Week Ahead Transits 9 - 15 December
Week ahead transits 9 - 15 December
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Sun = Sagittarius 17° 44’ – Sagittarius 24° 57’
Moon = Pisces – Cancer
This week the Sun continues on its path through the second decan of Sagittarius and makes its way into the dawn of the third. If you have been pulling the 9 or 10 of Wands lately its because these two expressions of the human condition are what the solar rays are focusing our gaze on. As the Sun highlights the second decan of Sagittarius, hidden fears around progress, growth and expansion can begin to surface. The 9 of Wands depicts a person with a bandage wrapped around their head, looking timidly at the eight wands that surround them, all while white knuckling the one wand in their hands. The fear/caution/defense comes from the uncertainty of one’s own abilities. By confronting those self-limiting beliefs head on, we develop a rich resilience to perceived blocks and restrictions. Sagittarius, in all of its grand visions of the future, ruled by Jupiter which desires to live beyond what is possible, is not typically a purveyor of boundaries, which are actually the antithesis of the Jupiterian/Sagittarian model. Through the week we come across experiences where we must clearly identify where a proper boundary would do some good for the promise of self-development.
The Full Moon in Gemini at 1:01am PT on the 15th features Mercury which stations direct on the same day. This Full Moon in Gemini is requiring us to stand up for a belief by participating in active, critical research through an unbiased lens. Mercury stationing direct on the same moon phase that we equate with ‘release’, will undoubtedly pour forth more unbelievable information that was being ruminated over throughout Mercury’s retrograde cycle, which lasts for three weeks. If it has been difficult finding the right words, keeping your thoughts in order or focusing on the task at hand, Mercury’s retrograde motion may have had a bit to do with that. With the Full Moon in Gemini encouraging unfettered discourse, opened curiosity and a disarmament of defensive rhetoric, we can begin to have those open conversations that we may have been secretly dreading (9 of Wands). This should be a rather inspiring and stimulating time, the energy is erratic yes, but that makes for more spontaneous opportunities to arise.
Venus in Aquarius opposite Mars in Leo, through the opposition comes extreme attraction and strong urges along with equally strong repulsion. Sometimes what attracts us to someone or something initially, becomes what repels us indefinitely. With Venus’ recent rendezvous with Pluto, she is coming in with some tough love and deep wisdom for how to balance one’s needs with that of another. Sexual tension builds as Venus and Mars form the exact aspect on the 12th. The day before, the Moon finds herself in the middle of this sexual build up and while in Taurus, is able to use this energy to create beauty and harmony out of chaos. The opposition pushes us to a decision whether we are ready or not and the Venus/Mars combo will force us to either choose to merge through relating with another or maintain independence.
Venus and Mars find themselves in this tango once every two years, November 30, 2022 was the last time the pair were at odds so think back to what was going on in your immediate relationships/business dealings to sync up the themes of this current Venus/Mars cycle. The battle of the genders (all of them), comes to a fore in the collective while Venus and Mars duke it out in the skies. The discourse around gender may get heated, there may also be some advancements with how we view gender socially, sexually and politically but either way, the conversations need to be heard whether received well or not.
Monday 9th
The day begins with heightened sensitivity and imagination. In the AM PT, the Moon charges into Aries, igniting a fresh wave of energy and courage. As it forms sextiles with transformative Pluto and harmonious Venus, opportunities for deep connection and creative expression arise, revisit past actions and communications with clarity and resolve. Trust your instincts and embrace the flow of serendipity today, Venus is using the art of desire to draw us nearer to friendships and community that feed the soul.
Moon conjunct Neptune, Moon > Aries at 6:21 am, sextile Pluto, sextile Venus, conjunct NN, trine Mars rx, trine Mercury rx, Venus sextile NN.
Tuesday 10th
The day invites a blend of healing and illumination, offering opportunities to grow through emotional awareness. A Moon sextile Jupiter early in the day brings a sense of optimism and expansion, encouraging faith in the process. As the Moon meets retrograde Chiron, wounds from the past may surface. The Sun warms the wound with a jovial point of view offering healing breakthroughs. The Moon trine Sun enhances harmony and clarity, creating a balanced rhythm before the Moon goes void of course for 17 hours.
Moon sextile Jupiter, conjunct Chiron rx, trine Sun, Moon voc from 2:14 pm PT – 7:54 am PT the following day, Sun trine Chiron rx.
Wednesday 11th
The polarity between the masculine and feminine way of navigating conflict is at extreme odds and the Moon has become the crux of this inflamed conflict. Feeling stuck in between a rock and a hard place, knowing well that one side must bend, the Moon has us identifying what it is that we need in order to feel balanced and in harmony with oneself vs that of others. Technological advancements and sudden changes in cultural norms/alliances within groups of friends/organizations has us sitting pretty searching for the most peaceful route.
Moon > Taurus at 7:54 am, square Pluto, square Venus, square Mars rx.
Thursday 12th
The Venus/Mars opposition hits today, the last time they met in opposition was on November 30, 2022, consider what was going on in your romantic and business relationships, this is a different but evolved version. The Moon is giving us organized chaos vibes, proving that we are able to navigate erratic situations from an emotionally mature and informed place. Sexual tension can be utilized to procure the resources that one needs to commence a creative vision.
Moon sextile Saturn, conjunct Uranus rx, Venus opposite Mars rs, Venus sextile Mercury rx.
Friday 13th
It is Friday the 13th, a day which conjures a notion of impish superstition. The Moon ingresses into Gemini and opposes Mercury, the receiver of wisdom and information. What we feel to be true comes at odds with the actual information. Subjective truth is outweighing objective truth these days and this applies in our everyday exchanges with one another, encouraging us to remain open, curious and questioning the words that one chooses to use and the meaning behind what someone is actually saying. The Moon trine Venus ends the day on a pleasant note of which comes as an inspiring memento.
Moon sextile Neptune, Moon > Gemini at 9:21 am, trine Pluto, sextile NN, sextile Mars rx, opposite Mercury rx, trine Venus.
Saturday 14th
Though an exuberant amount of social energy is itching to burst forth, Saturn puts the kibosh on the parade or rather, forces a more pragmatic and organized approach. You may become aware of what you are lacking in social interactions and what it is that you want to cultivate more of. We can find a lot of joy by venturing out into the neighborhood for serendipitous exchanges, establishing pleasant contacts with the people in our immediate community.
Moon square Saturn, conjunct Jupiter rx, sextile Chiron rx.
Sunday 15th
Full Moon in Gemini makes landfall at 1:01pm PT just after coming off a conjunction with Jupiter. The Full Moon in Gemini carries with it the expanded awareness of our own intelligence, helping us to release our own personal theories and philosophies out to be reviewed by the universe. Mercury stations direct in Sagittarius exploding our brains into a new awareness that had been percolating for the last three weeks. Put pen to paper, document and record what comes through as it may be useful and resourceful information for your future self.
Full Moon in Gemini at 1:01 am PT, Moon square Neptune, Moon > Cancer at 11:21 am, square NN, Mercury stations direct in Sagittarius.
*Keywords: Voc = Void of Course Moon, NN = North Node, SN = South Node, rx = retrograde
Written by Evelyn Zuel