Libra, December 2016

Things will just flow today—you think of something, and it happens. Dreams do come true! You'll especially notice this in your love life and around your artistic projects; a muse or a crush will appear on the scene. Not a bad way to start the month!

On December 2, communication planet Mercury enters grounded Earth sign Capricorn, stimulating the home and family sector of your chart. So boring, right? Wrong. Mercury loves to gossip, and Capricorn is the sign of old age—and you know how much shit-talking old people can do. Lots of private, juicy information will come your way.

This is a lovely time to reconnect with your roots. It's also a good time to open the line of communication with your roommates or family, or to think about how you want to change your living situation—or, on a more emotional level, to reflect on boundaries. Do you have a comfortable, supportive safe space where you can hide away from the world?

Mercury will begin its retrograde in Capricorn on December 19, and, as anyone with access to the internet can tell you, Mercury retrograde sucks. Try to have all the important conversations concerning your home that you need to have before the retrograde kicks off. If you have a problem with a roommate or if you need to lay down some boundaries with family, try to be as clear as possible before the 19th, and expect to repeat yourself after the retrograde begins. (Why do it at all before the retrograde then, you ask? Because miscommunications are nonstop during Mercury retrograde, and it's better to repeat yourself than be completely misunderstood—especially concerning sensitive issues like your personal space or your home life.)

Mercury retrograde isn't a great time to buy anything important (like electronics or plane tickets), so do your important holiday shopping earlier in the month. Expect delays and bad traffic, so give yourself extra time when you commute. Avoid making important agreements or signing contracts, as the terms may change. Expect to run into people from you past—your deep, deep past!

Some happy news: Your ruling planet, Venus, will enter fellow Air sign Aquarius on December 7, bringing blessings to the romance and creativity sector of your chart! You'll definitely have some fun this month, even though Mercury retrograde kind of sucks. If you have a crush on someone, Venus in friendly Air sign Aquarius will bring you two together. If you're attached, expect to reconnect on an intellectual level. If you're not in the mood for love, that's fine—you'll still have a lot of fun this month. Venus in Aquarius will put you in a social mood!

A full moon in fellow Air sign Gemini arrives on December 13, bringing communication issues to light. A confrontation is likely, but it's okay—compromise is totally possible, and you'll leave this situation feeling like you have way more clarity and information (and gossip, too!). By the time this full moon is through with you, you'll have a better understanding of the "big picture."

You'll also find yourself itching to travel, or at least explore new places. Do it! The best way to use this full moon's energy is to gain experience and learn something new. If you're already traveling, thinking about publishing something, or in school, this is definitely a full moon to watch out for. A climax around these things is sure to come.

Action planet Mars enters Pisces on December 19, revving up the sector of your chart that rules your routines, day job, health, and habits. Mars will boost your energy to get shit done, whether it's getting physically healthy or organized at work. If you're looking for a job, having the warrior planet in creative Water sign Pisces will give you the stamina you need to run around town doing interviews.

Already working? Expect to be productive! You have a habit of adding too many things to your to-do list, but you'll finish everything with no sweat now. Just remember: Mercury will be retrograde, so communication will be funky, even at work!

On December 24, Saturn in Sagittarius will connect with Uranus in Aries, bringing you some exciting news. This will also be a fun day for your relationships. The vibe is supportive, but not boring or rigid—surprises will arrive today, and you'll see an exciting side to the people you partner with.

December 25 is a busy day for your ruling planet, Venus, which rules love and money. On this day, it will connect with Jupiter in Libra, Uranus in Aries, and Saturn in Sagittarius. Enjoy the attention that you get today! More unexpected fun will come to your partnerships, and an encouraging conversation is sure to go down. Definitely go on a date today! However, absolutely do not go on a date the next day. December 26 is one of the most intense days of the month—be sure to mark it in your calendar. Jupiter in Libra will oppose Uranus in Aries, bringing some major confrontations to your relationships.

I know, but things have been so good! If you're feeling suffocated in any way, you're going to burst during this time. Break-ups that have been waiting to happen finally will. You're aching for freedom! Any smothering relationship you're in—be it with a lover, friend, or business partner—will have to go.

If a break-up doesn't apply to your specific situation, still watch out for this day to be one that's dramatic. Jupiter is a very over-the-top energy, and when it faces off with erratic Uranus, unexpected challenges will come up!

December 21 brings the winter solstice and the Sun entering Capricorn—it's the darkest time of the year (well, if you're in the northern hemisphere), but new opportunities are ahead: We have a new moon in Capricorn on December 29.

This new moon will stimulate the same sector of your chart that Mercury retrograde is knocking around in: home and family. This is a wonderful time for new beginnings concerning these areas of your life. If you're feeling witchy, this is a lovely date to energetically cleanse your home or try a protection spell. Strengthening your psychic shield or picking up Dion Fortune's classic Psychic Self-Defense is also a good idea; feeling safe and secure isn't just about having strong locks on your door, but also having firm boundaries, both emotionally and psychically.

December is filled with ups and downs, but at least this shitty year is over. See you in 2017, Libra!