Capricorn, December 2017

Making time to reflect is majorly important this month, as Venus will enter Sagittarius on December 1. You’ll find yourself feeling way more quiet and private about your love life than you have been in the last few weeks, as you were busy socializing while Venus was in sexy Water sign Scorpio.

There will also be a Mercury retrograde in Sagittarius this month, which begins on December 2, or 3 if you’re on the East Coast, so don’t expect much of anything to make sense— leave logic behind, and trust your gut and your heart because your brain is fried and it needs down time, dear sea goat!

Mercury is the planet of communication, information, and the mind; during its retrograde, it’s wise to step back from making important decisions or collecting new data, and instead reflect on what you’ve got—or just relax. As usual during Mercury retrograde, avoid signing contracts, traveling, buying expensive equipment, and do your best not to lose your keys.

Secrets from your past may come emerge for you to fess up to, laugh about (time and perspective can make what once seemed like the biggest deal totally minor), or simply reflect on. Memories you’ve forgotten will return, faces you never thought you’d see again will re-appear— Mercury retrograde will bring up the past this month, Cap!

The full moon in Gemini arrives on December 3, illuminating the sector of your chart that rules your daily routines and rituals, your wellness routine, habits, as well as your day job— basically all the things you’ll have a hard time focusing on during Sagittarius season. Expect changes around these themes. If someone asks for help from you today— say no. You need to reclaim your time and focus on getting your own shit handled.

It’s a brilliant time to let go of a bad habit. Because you have a reputation for being such a hard worker, Capricorn, people don’t realize how much you love your vices, but you do! Hitting up the spa or slapping on a face mask isn’t a bad idea right now either. Or, if you’re feeling witchy, draw a magical bath with some sea salt to soak in under the light of the full moon!

Messenger planet Mercury meets with your ruling planet, Saturn, on December 6, finding you rethinking some of the commitments you have made; think back to November 28, and the conversations you were having then.

Action planet Mars enters Scorpio on December 9, revving up the friendship and community sector of your chart, finding you socializing more than you’ve likely been during the first week of the month. Mars loves to be in Scorpio— this sign comes equipped with a stinger, which makes the warrior planet pretty happy. It’s a wonderful time for you to network, professionally and socially, and if you’re active within your community or involved in activism, you’ll find yourself feeling especially productive!

The new moon in Sagittarius arrives on December 18, which is a powerful time for you to tap into your psychic abilities, practice lucid dreaming, or, if you’re not feeling spiritual, be lazy. It’s a good time to binge watch a good show, read some books, or mentally check out in whatever way you see fit. You are one of the most grounded, practical people, Capricorn, but today even you will have to try not to get swept up by fantasy, or worse, paranoia. If you find yourself thinking weird thoughts, call someone you trust for some outside perspective during this time! And remember, Mercury is retrograde until December 22, so much of what happens during this time will be reworked after Mercury goes direct.

Saturn enters your sign on December 19, marking this as one of the most important days of the month for you— although, you may not realize the importance of this time period until months or even years from now. Over the course of the next two and a half years that Saturn is in your sign, you will find yourself presented with opportunities to prove your leadership skills, your work ethic, and your maturity.

Capricorn season begins on December 21— happy solar return, Capricorn! The Sun meets Saturn also on December 21, finding you in a serious and focused mood. You’ll begin feeling more like yourself once Capricorn season begins, especially after Sagittarius season, which was a bit upside down—thanks to the Mercury retrograde. Finally, things will start working as they should, you will have an easier time expressing yourself, and you won’t be as tired.

Venus enters your sign, Capricorn, on December 25, and meets with Saturn, bringing issues around love, money, and beauty (all Venusian themes) to the fore. You’re ready to partner with someone—or commit a project or idea—after having spent so much time meditating on it during Sagittarius season. While the energy today won’t be as romantic as Venus likes to be, it’s still a special time to embrace tradition (Saturn loves tradition) and to enjoy a feeling of stability and maturity. Good luck this month, Capricorn, and see you in 2018!