1st – 3rd: The month begins with the Moon building to full so let’s plan on being productive. Venus has left Scorpio for upbeat Sagittarius the day before, joining Mars in this opinionated realm of the zodiac. We may feel bold but are cautioned not to overspend on luxuries with Jupiter retrograde in Cancer. The focus is rather on purposeful planning for 2026. We will be helped in our efforts by Jupiter in a harmonious trine to Saturn.

4th: The Full Moon at 13° Gemini favors teaching and information sharing (air-sign Moon square the Nodal axis). If we are neither mentor nor pupil, we can look out for opportunities to find the balance between our emotional needs and our social obligations (Moon in opposition to Venus and Mars). Party season demands this, not just at the Full Moon but throughout December and early January!

6th: Mercury trine Jupiter in water signs with the Moon in Cancer. A wonderful day for poetry, story or essay writing, for music composition or instrument playing, for art or for making your living space more comfortable. A great day to share confidences or a home-cooked meal.

10th: Neptune moves direct at 29° Pisces after being retrograde since early July. Take a day of adjustment (ie. take a power nap).

11th – 15th: Mercury changes signs and rides into Sagittarius. Scorpio season is finally behind us! We now need to be careful of proclamations, especially after the 16th when Mercury is out of its shadow phase. When in doubt, say nothing! On the 15th, Mars leaves the sign of the centaur and steps onto the world’s stage in the sign of Capricorn. Physical energy needs to be managed mindfully now.

19th: The New Moon at 28° Sagittarius is with Venus and squares Saturn and Neptune. What we initiate at this cycle can be both serious and inspired. This New Moon sets the tone for…

21st: …the Winter Solstice, which takes place as the Sun enters Capricorn and moves to join with Mars. (For southern hemisphere readers, you experience the Summer Solstice.) The Moon is in Capricorn too, inviting us to reflect on the passing of time.

What do you need to do with your one precious life? Are you doing it? If not, why not? There is no time to waste.

24th: Venus moves into Capricorn, grounding our energies and inviting us to demonstrate love with practical acts of kindness.