Astrology of Today – Thursday, December 2, 2021

Today’s Transits (Eastern Standard Time)

Date & Time: Dec 2 2021  0:00 am

Event: Moon in Scorpio

Description: The Moon in Scorpio

Contemplate the deeper things in life. Avoid unnecessary conflict, but if it’s going to improve your life, go ahead and make waves. Tune in to your intuition. This is a good time for investigations, looking into a matter further, doing research, connecting to others with a shared passion, solving a mystery, and devising a strategy. When the Moon in Scorpio is strained, we may take our passions too far. 

Date & Time: Dec 2 2021  0:20 am

Event: Tr-Tr Mon Tri Pal

Description: Transiting Moon Trine Transiting Pallas

There is a good ability to successfully combine logic and intuition, and to understand problems taking into account the human element. There is sensitivity to people’s issues now. Cooperation. Effective, sensitive decision making.

Date & Time: Dec 2 2021  2:01 am

Event: Tr-Tr Mon Opp Ura

Description: Transiting Moon Opposition Transiting Uranus

Life may be a little tense right now. Avoid willful behavior if the situation doesn’t call for it. Remain open to new possibilities and all will be revealed. There could be a surprising revelation or turning point. Unpredictable responses from others (and ourselves). Emotional eruptions are possible. Not a good time to make permanent decisions, particularly about relationships.

Date & Time: Dec 2 2021  3:32 am

Event: Tr-Tr Mon Pll Jup

Description: Transiting Moon Parallel Transiting Jupiter

Date & Time: Dec 2 2021  3:46 am

Event: Tr-Tr Mon Pll Jun

Description: Transiting Moon Parallel Transiting Juno

Date & Time: Dec 2 2021  7:38 am

Event: Tr-Tr Mon Cpl Ura

Description: Transiting Moon ContraParallel Transiting Uranus

Date & Time: Dec 2 2021  3:57 pm

Event: Tr-Tr Mon Tri Nep

Description: Transiting Moon Trine Transiting Neptune

This is a feel-good time if we allow ourselves to relax and tune into the subtle aspects of life – art, nature, beauty, dreams, and spiritual realms. We absorb things easily, our senses are in good form, and we more naturally accept things and people as they are. There is no need to look for definite answers right now.

Date & Time: Dec 2 2021  4:08 pm

Event: Tr-Tr Mon Cpl Cer

Description: Transiting Moon ContraParallel Transiting Ceres

Date & Time: Dec 2 2021  5:33 pm

Event: Tr-Tr Mon SSq Jun

Description: Transiting Moon SemiSquare Transiting Juno

There may be clinging or controlling behavior if we are driven by our fears. Hypersensitivity and moodiness are possible. Tread lightly with tricky emotional issues. 

Date & Time: Dec 2 2021  5:51 pm

Event: Tr-Tr Mon Sxt Ven

Description: Transiting Moon Sextile Transiting Venus

We are less inhibited and more willing to indulge ourselves. Love and romance can be favorable. Decorating, beauty treatments, the arts, creative pursuits, parties, dates, and recreation are generally favored now. Smile, laugh, and enjoy!

Date & Time: Dec 2 2021  7:45 pm

Event: Tr-Tr Mon Cnj Mar

Description: Transiting Moon Conjunction Transiting Mars

Emotions are all-consuming. We desire adventure, change, and action. We can be hasty and rash, but if we use common sense as well, it can be a good time for getting the courage to do something brave. Instinctive reactions are quick. Courage, mon brave! Make those quick decisions. It’s a time for showing leadership skills.

Date & Time: Dec 2 2021  8:59 pm

Event: Tr-Tr Mon Sqq Chi

Description: Transiting Moon SesquiSquare Transiting Chiron

Hurt feelings may be opportunities for healing. Now is the time for building bridges, not burning them.

Date & Time: Dec 2 2021  10:52 pm

Event: Tr-Tr Mon Pll Mar

Description: Transiting Moon Parallel Transiting Mars

Date & Time: Dec 2 2021  11:25 pm

Event: Tr-Tr Mon Sxt Plu

Description: Transiting Moon Sextile Transiting Pluto

This can be a good time for getting loans, for taking care of business, and for dealing with money matters. It’s also good for getting in touch with feelings and managing them effectively. There can be a boost to our intimate life, creative impulses, and self-understanding. Events occurring now might involve some kind of karmic repayment or benefit. We could discover new information, hidden information, or a lost item. This is a time for recycling – seeing new uses for old items. True feelings come to the surface.

Date & Time: Dec 2 2021  12:23 pm

Event: Tr-Tr Sun Sqr Pal

Description: Transiting Sun Square Transiting Pallas

Our ability to see things clearly or rationally can be compromised by ego issues or lack of confidence now. 

Date & Time: Dec 2 2021  5:51 am

Event: Tr-Tr Chi Tri Ves

Description: Transiting Chiron Trine Transiting Vesta

There can be a commitment made to working through difficult problems now. This is a strong time for tapping into our inner genius or personal potential and putting it to work for us. We can be determined to take better care of ourselves, and discoveries made now can fuel or reignite our motivation to pursue a particular path.

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Strong Signs, Elements, Modes

Today’s Emphasized Signs of the Zodiac

SCORPIO STRONG

Intense, magnetic, penetrating perception, the power to confront. Can be destructive, vengeful, jealous, dramatic.

SAGITTARIUS STRONG

Inspiring, broad vision, enthusiastic, goal seeking, truthful, adventurous. Can be reckless, unrestrained, tactless.

CAPRICORN STRONG

Disciplined, responsible, reliable, industrious, conscientious, practical, achieving. Can be pessimistic, overly conventional, rigid, materialistic, callous.

Today’s Elemental Balance

AIR WEAK

We may have a difficult time being objective or detached. We may not be especially communicative.

Today’s Modal Balance

The modes are balanced today.

Today’s Lunar Phase

LUNAR PHASE: BALSAMIC

Moon is less than 45 degrees behind the Sun. 

Time to tie up loose ends, review, reflect, let go, and edit.

The following aspects (major only) and positions are at noon (EST) on December 2nd:

Note that when an aspect is applying, it has not yet happened but is within orb – it’s pending. When an aspect is separating, it has already happened/perfected and is moving away from the aspect. Depending on the speed of the planet/body involved, the aspect will have perfected–or will perfect–in a matter of hours (often the case with the Moon), days, months, and possibly years in the case of the very slow-moving outer planets and bodies.

Note that the Moon moves at a rate of approximately one degree every 2 hours so that if an aspect involving the Moon is applying and has an orb of 5 degrees, the aspect will perfect (be exact) in about 10 hours. If the Moon is separating from an aspect with an orb of 2 degrees, it has already formed said aspect approximately 4 hours ago (since the following are positions at noon today, then it would have occurred at about 8 AM today).

**I suggest paying close attention to applying aspects. The energy of the aspect builds as it gets closer to exact. Once an aspect involving inner planets has happened, it’s over. Separating aspects are good to know for context, but in terms of energy that is with us today, applying aspects are most important. (This is the case for daily astrology influences involving inner planets, which pass quickly, and not natal astrology aspects, which are with us for a lifetime).

The Moon through Pluto: Signs, Aspects, & Degrees

THE MOON

THE MOON IN SCORPIO

Whether it’s passion, elation, sorrow, or desire, emotions are felt on a deeply personal level. The Moon in Scorpio urges us to uncover our own power, and it’s an excellent time to rid ourselves of old fears and limiting habits. It can be an intimate and passionate time. Avoid manipulative tactics, brooding, and suspiciousness.

18TH DEGREE OF SCORPIO

Part of Body: Vas deferens, hymen 

Sabian Symbol: A woods rich in autumn coloring.

ASPECTS OF THE MOON

SEXTILE VENUS  Orb 3°32′ Applying

We are cooperative, obliging, and kind under this influence. We are more inclined to express our appreciation or affection.

CONJUNCTION MARS  Orb 4°37′ Applying

Emotions are all-consuming. We desire adventure, change, and action. We can be hasty and rash, but if we use common sense as well, it can be a good time for getting the courage to do something brave. Instinctive reactions are quick.

OPPOSITION URANUS  Orb 6°13′ Separating

We can be moody, swinging between wanting to belong and wanting to be different or independent. We can feel a little off-balance if schedules and people around us are unpredictable or changing; or, we are restless with the usual routine and want to create some kind of stir. 

TRINE NEPTUNE  Orb 2°28′ Applying

We are turning into the subtle aspects of life – art, nature, beauty, dreams, and spiritual realms. We more naturally accept situations and people as they are. Sensitivity, compassion.

THE SUN

THE SUN IN SAGITTARIUS

You are a sunny and adventurous individual. You are optimistic and philosophical, and may tend to bluntness.

11TH DEGREE OF SAGITTARIUS

Part of Body: Adductor muscles 

Sabian Symbol: The lamp of physical enlightenment at the left temple.

ASPECTS OF THE SUN

CONJUNCTION MERCURY  Orb 1°57′ Separating

Thoughts and communications about ourselves and our goals. We are expressing ourselves confidently, directly, and clearly.

SEXTILE SATURN  Orb 1°37′ Separating

We are taking pride in our responsibilities or performance. This can be a time of steady progress and increased self-discipline. We are more inclined to humble ourselves to authority or good advice, and tend to employ traditional methods.

QUINCUNX URANUS  Orb 0°58′ Applying

You have difficulty coping with anything out of the ordinary. You need to make adjustments to allow yourself to express your unique talents and original thoughts.

TRINE CHIRON  Orb 2°09′ Separating

We find it easier to bounce back from criticism, rejection, or feelings of insecurity; to humble ourselves. We can be filled with a sense of purpose. We more easily cooperate with others.

MERCURY

MERCURY IN SAGITTARIUS

You seek knowledge to expand your worldview. You are a born philosopher, enjoying any information that helps you see the big picture. For instance, you may enjoy a religious debate. You place importance on freedom of speech and thought.

13TH DEGREE OF SAGITTARIUS

Part of Body: Long saphenous veins 

Sabian Symbol: A widow’s past brought to light.

ASPECTS OF MERCURY

QUINCUNX URANUS  Orb 0°59′ Separating

Things may not be running smoothly, and we may need to make adjustments to accommodate others’ input or changes of plans or opinions.

TRINE CHIRON  Orb 4°07′ Separating

We can be more understanding and sympathetic to others now, particularly when it comes to sensitivity with what or how we communicate. We might talk or learn about healing methods.

VENUS

VENUS IN CAPRICORN

There can be some reticence about forming new connections, but when we do form them, they are longterm. Getting serious about our finances and boosting our relations with business partners and/or co-workers can be in focus. We value reliability. We take expressing our feelings seriously, and we take our time to  warm up to others. Our tastes are traditional.

22ND DEGREE OF CAPRICORN

Part of Body: Muscle insertions of upper to lower legs 

Sabian Symbol: A general accepting defeat gracefully.

ASPECTS OF VENUS

SEXTILE MARS  Orb 1°05′ Separating

You have the opportunity to blend your charm and assertion. You can be both gentle and strong.

SEXTILE NEPTUNE  Orb 1°03′ Separating

You and a romantic and gentle partner. You like to share creative pursuits in your relationships.

CONJUNCTION PLUTO  Orb 3°37′ Applying

You want intensity and drama in your personal relationships.  You are consumed with love and passion and expect your partner to feel the same way. You are disappointed when others fail to soar to great emotional heights and plummet the emotional depths by your side. On a more positive note you are fiercely loyal and committed with an ability to fight any injustice.

MARS

MARS IN SCORPIO

You are a passionate warrior. You are dramatic, and may have strong sexual urges. You may make a vengeful opponent.

23RD DEGREE OF SCORPIO

Part of Body: Nasal bone, fimbria of Fallopian tubes 

Sabian Symbol: A bunny metamorphosed into a fairy.

ASPECTS OF MARS

SQUARE JUPITER  Orb 3°03′ Applying

Our fighting, defending spirits are strong. We might be on a crusade. We could be too quick to take offense or to make judgments. Avoid unnecessary conflict and overreaching. Direct excess energy  into positive enterprises for positive results rather than adding more to your agenda.

TRINE NEPTUNE  Orb 2°09′ Separating

Inspiration might be found now, and our intuition is strong. There can be letting go of anger, or a softening of the disposition. Creative arts, particularly physical ones, are favored.

SEXTILE PLUTO  Orb 2°31′ Applying

You are able to use your energy constructively and feel a call to serve society.

JUPITER

JUPITER IN AQUARIUS

You are a seeker of the new and inspirational. You hold racially-inclusive values, and are a humanitarian.

26TH DEGREE OF AQUARIUS

Part of Body: Right fibula 

Sabian Symbol: A hydrometer.

SATURN

SATURN IN AQUARIUS

You have an ability to work well in groups. Your work is often original and innovative.

10TH DEGREE OF AQUARIUS

Part of Body: Skin of left lower leg 

Sabian Symbol: A popularity that proves ephemeral.

ASPECTS OF SATURN

SQUARE URANUS  Orb 2°35′ Applying

You work to overcome a feeling of inadequacy about your abilities. You have problems with authority figures and need to learn to compromise. When you have done this you will succeed, particularly in large organisations.

SEXTILE CHIRON  Orb 0°32′ Separating

You have the opportunity through perseverance to face emotional pain in your life and discover your own natural sense of authority.

URANUS

URANUS IN TAURUS

(1934 – 1942) We approach money and personal possessions in new ways and learn how to free ourselves from certain material constraints. Innovative ways to make ourselves comfortable emerge. We’re less inhibited about expressing sensuality, self-love, body love, and pampering. We’re challenging what we previously valued. There can be abrupt changes with money, valuables, possessions, and income that lead to a reshuffling of priorities or values. Income might come from non-traditional sources or ventures. We’re bringing progressive ideas to the world of business. New ways of doing business, as well as making, viewing, and handling money are likely. Income and the energy we put into making money can be variable. (May 15, 2018, to November 6, 2018, then March 6, 2019, to July 7, 2025, and then November 7, 2025, to April 25, 2026). 

12TH DEGREE OF TAURUS

Part of Body: Cervical and brachial plexi 

Sabian Symbol: A young couple walk down main-street, window-shopping.

NEPTUNE

NEPTUNE IN PISCES

A long-term influence in which fantasy, imagination, compassion, and spirituality are in stronger focus. (April 4, 2011, to August 4, 2011, then February 3, 2012, to March 30, 2025, then October 22, 2025, to January 26, 2026)

21ST DEGREE OF PISCES

Part of Body: Left fibula muscle 

Sabian Symbol: A little white lamb, a child, and a servant.

PLUTO

PLUTO IN CAPRICORN

Tests of our boundaries; breaking down and rebuilding structures and rules. (From January 25, 2008, to June 14, 2008, then November 26, 2008, to March 23, 2023, then June 11, 2023, to January 20, 2024, then September 1, 2024, to November 19, 2024).

26TH DEGREE OF CAPRICORN

Part of Body: Connections between femur and tibia 

Sabian Symbol: A water sprite.

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Chiron, Major Asteroids, and Moon’s Nodes: in Sign and by Degree

CHIRON IN ARIES

Your sense of being has been violated in some way and you may fear asserting yourself. You may also over-compensate by attempting to be the first at everything. Physically you may suffer head wounds. You may become a pioneer in a way that will be of service to humanity.

9TH DEGREE OF ARIES

Part of Body: Lens of eye 

Sabian Symbol: A crystal gazer.

VESTA IN SAGITTARIUS

You have the ability to work relentlessly for a cause in which you believe. You need to make sure you do not exclude other people’s points of view. You have visions and enjoy the adventure of discovery in your work.

9TH DEGREE OF SAGITTARIUS

Part of Body: Right lymphatic vessels 

Sabian Symbol: A mother with her children on stairs.

PALLAS IN PISCES

You have a meditative mind, the ability to merge in your mind with the universe. You desire to heal the world through words, and may be involved in some form of artistic expression.

11TH DEGREE OF PISCES

Part of Body: Lymph vessels of foot 

Sabian Symbol: Men seeking illumination.

JUNO IN CAPRICORN

You want a partner who you can respect, and who respects you. You seek long-term commitment, and may marry later in life.

7TH DEGREE OF CAPRICORN

Part of Body: Left adductor muscle 

Sabian Symbol: A veiled prophet of power.

CERES IN GEMINI

You like those close to you to share their feelings and thoughts and to listen to you. You share information with your loved ones to show them you care. You will suffer when others refuse to talk.

4TH DEGREE OF GEMINI

Part of Body: Lower right pulmonary lobe 

Sabian Symbol: Holly and mistletoe bring christmas spirit to a home.

THE BLACK MOON IN GEMINI

16TH DEGREE OF GEMINI

Part of Body: Pleura 

Sabian Symbol: A woman agitator makes an impassioned plea to a crowd.

ERIS IN ARIES

24TH DEGREE OF ARIES

Part of Body: Zygomatic muscle 

Sabian Symbol: An open window and a net curtain blowing into a cornucopia.

THE NORTH NODE

THE NORTH NODE IN GEMINI

This is a quest to learn to see life from other people’s point of view and to become adept in the art of communication. You have a tendency to be restless and scattered. You need to develop focus and the ability to communicate your ideas in a way that helps the many people in your life.

2ND DEGREE OF GEMINI

Part of Body: Oesophagus 

Sabian Symbol: Santa clause filling stockings furtively.

THE SOUTH NODE

THE SOUTH NODE IN SAGITTARIUS

This is a quest to learn to see life from other people’s point of view and to become adept in the art of communication. You have a tendency to be restless and scattered. You need to develop focus and the ability to communicate your ideas in a way that helps the many people in your life.

2ND DEGREE OF SAGITTARIUS

Part of Body: Pelvic girdle 

Sabian Symbol: The ocean covered with whitecaps.

**Conjunctions to Select Fixed Stars on December 2, 2021.**