Summary:
This is another strong day for cooperation, supportive relationships, and making connections.
- The Moon is in Cancer all day (until Tuesday, December 9th, at 10:14 PM).
- The Moon is in its Full Moon phase.
- Jupiter stations and turns retrograde today (Jupiter will be retrograde until April 8th, 2015).
Horoscopes
Aries
With Jupiter turning retrograde in your solar fifth house today, this is a time of realigning your thinking and your plans, dear Aries, particularly those along the lines of creative projects, romance, entertainment, and children. Jupiter is retrograde until April 8th. You could experience some waning enthusiasm towards a romance or creative endeavor in the next while. It’s time for some tweaking, and a different perspective on these matters, and is best viewed as a time to catch your breath. There is no need to put things on hold. There can be a sense that you need to give up something pleasurable in order to gain in another area of life, and decisions can be difficult as a result. Even so, some de-emphasis of your pursuit of pleasures/entertainment can be practical now with so many other influences in place fueling your ambition. The Moon in your family and home sector all day suggests a need for familiarity right now.
Taurus
Jupiter has been bringing strong and enthusiastic energy to your domestic projects and home life recently, dear Taurus, and today Jupiter turns retrograde until April 8th. This signals a time for reassessing matters – for making tweaks to your plans. Some waning of enthusiasm can be experienced as you adjust to this energy, but any slowdowns encountered now actually offer you the chance to look at your plans from a different perspective so that you can move forward with them with more confidence at a later date. Family life will continue to reward you for many months to come, but some de-emphasis here can benefit you now as more and more responsibilities to the “outside world” come into play. The Moon in your communications sector all day points to the need to keep yourself busy, engaged, and connected.
Gemini
Jupiter retrograding today and until April 8th suggests that you should probably slow down when it comes to taking on new interests and projects, dear Gemini. It’s time to enjoy and develop what you already have in place. There could be some waning interest, but more likely, you get a stronger sense of what you are capable of in terms of time and energy – too much is too much. This is simply about slowing down and re-assessing what you’re doing. It’s not the time to abandon projects, but rather for making refinements. A partnership might be in a similar position. Moving forward too fast is not good for anyone. The Moon is in a practical area of your chart all day, and you tend to put emotions aside, for the most, in order to take care of business.
Cancer
With Jupiter turning retrograde today, dear Cancer, you can experience what feels like some turnarounds or waning enthusiasm in the areas of work and finances. However, as you adjust to the retrograde period, which lasts until April 8th, you’ll recognize that this is a strong period for reassessing practical affairs more realistically, for easing up on spending, and for more realistically considering how much time and energy you have for work. This is about restoring balance in your life, and it comes at a time when your social life is about to take off. The Moon is in your sign all day, and you are craving more company, feedback, and emotional connection.
Leo
Jupiter in your sign is turning retrograde today, dear Leo, and while Jupiter continues to endow you with confidence and optimism, some of this is set to turn inward. It’s not about lack of faith – you still have faith in yourself, but you are less likely to go overboard with it. If you’ve been overdoing pleasures or the seeking of freedom, this is the time to rethink and make adjustments that bring you down to earth, just a little! For some of you, there can be changes in romance or creative projects as well. Some de-emphasis of pleasure-seeking may be just what you need right now, particularly with a shift that’s occurring in the coming weeks that’s turning your attention to work and organization. The Moon is in your privacy sector all day, and it’s very appropriate to seek out opportunities to rest, reflect, and lay low just for now.
Virgo
Jupiter’s retrograde in your privacy sector, starting today and ending in April 2015, is bound to draw you inward to some degree, dear Virgo, and over the coming weeks, you can be especially contemplative at times. Your faith in your own instincts may not be as strong as they have been, or you could struggle a little with your faith in life itself to meet your needs. This is a temporary and in fact necessary process that allows you to reassess where it is you want to be, where you’re headed, and whether your connection to your spiritual side is in need of some nurturing. In fact, as you adjust to this energy, you may find that coming out of your protective shell more often can be beneficial. You may need to slow down taking on new projects around the home so that you can come to a better balance in your life. The Moon in your friendship sector all day can stimulate your need for networking and making connections today.
Libra
You may have recently come up with all sorts of ideas for future endeavors, dear Libra, but if you’ve put too much on your plate, you’ll start to feel it this week with Jupiter’s retrograde. Your enthusiasm may wane if you have so much before you that you feel overwhelmed, so aim to pare things down. Focus on a few of the more viable plans and goals. Some of you could be reassessing your involvement with a friend or group or simply toning down your social life a little. This comes at a good time, with growing influences in your home and family sector and a need to direct some of your energy and time towards your personal life in the coming weeks. The Moon is in your professional/reputation sector all day, turning your attention to your responsibilities, however, just for now.
Scorpio
You may need to curb your enthusiasm a little on the professional front over the coming weeks, dear Scorpio, just enough to gain new perspective and to focus on projects that are doable. Or, this de-emphasis comes naturally with Jupiter turning retrograde today, until April 8th. Even so, there can be a pleasant feeling of letting things unfold naturally, and faith that they will work out in the end, as you may have been sensing that you’ve taken on too much. Enjoy the moment, but capture it as well so that you can carry it forward. This is not a time for actively expanding, but rather for reaping the rewards of recent successes, and focusing your energy on those projects already underway. If you’ve been overspending, this is a natural time for easing up on excesses.
Sagittarius
Your ruler, Jupiter, turns retrograde today, dear Sagittarius, and will be retrograde until April 8th. You can experience some natural waning of enthusiasm if you’ve been overdoing things until you adjust to this energy. It’s in fact a good time to turn inward and get in touch with what truly motivates and enthuses you. Some of the faith you’ve been nurturing may seem to drop away, but only just enough for you to see your plans in a different, more realistic light. As well, in the coming weeks, a stronger emphasis on practical affairs is likely, so that some de-emphasis of adventurous, pleasure-seeking activities can be beneficial so that you can focus your energies on building, organizing, and taking care of business.
Capricorn
With Jupiter turning retrograde today, dear Capricorn, you may need to redirect some of your energy away from a partnership or a focus on others. There can be some waning of enthusiasm until you adjust to Jupiter’s retrograde energy, which is with us for the coming four months. There may be the need to slow down expansion in a close relationship or to moderate shared finances/debt. For some of you, financial matters can make a turnaround. If you’ve been overspending or over-borrowing, or otherwise too dependent on others for your happiness, then this is a time for bringing things back into balance. Don’t let doubt obscure your vision of someone special in your life today. Recognize that there is a time for pushing things forward, and a time for riding the wash.
Aquarius
Shortly after Mars has entered your sign, reviving your personal interests, dear Aquarius, Jupiter turns retrograde in your partnership sector. This points to some need to de-emphasize the couple and focus on your personal plans, more independence, and healthy self-interest for the time being. Some of the enthusiasm you’ve been feeling about a relationship may begin to wane for some of you, or you simply feel the need to detach yourself a little so that a partnership or friendship has time to “breathe” and unfold naturally. This in no way is a negative – it is in fact an honoring of the natural ebb and flow of things. The Moon is in your work and health zone all day, and you have an emotional need to set your daily routines straight.
Pisces
With Jupiter turning retrograde in your work and health sector today, dear Pisces, enthusiasm for work projects and health endeavors is still in place, but you may begin to see areas of excess that require toning down and adjusting. While this can be discouraging at first, it’s actually a very good time for looking at these activities and plans from a different perspective. Try not to take on more, and instead focus on what you’ve already begun. This retrograde cycle, which lasts until April 8th, is in fact quite timely, as some de-emphasis of work can free up more time to spend networking and connecting, as planets begin moving into your sector of friendships, dreams, and happiness goals in the days and weeks ahead.
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The Details:
If you’re astrologically inclined and interested in the details of the Astrology of today, here are the factors considered in the forecasts:
Date & Time: 8 Dec 2014 0:00 am
Event: Moon in Cancer
Description: The Moon in Cancer
This is a good time for making or nurturing emotional connections, sharing feelings, and connecting with our imagination, warmth, compassion, and sensitivity. We might concentrate on home, family, and domestic matters now. Nurture others and also the self.
Date & Time: 8 Dec 2014 1:27 am
Event: Tr-Tr Mon Sqq Pal
Description: Transiting Moon SesquiSquare Transiting Pallas
We may be concerned about what others are thinking of us now, and can be sensitive to negativity and criticism, or what we perceive as such. We might not understand one another, and can be at odds with one another on a mental or intellectual level. Someone’s belief or idea can make us feel insecure or out of sorts, or otherwise rub us the wrong way.
Date & Time: 8 Dec 2014 2:58 am
Event: Tr-Tr Mon SSq Jup
Description: Transiting Moon SemiSquare Transiting Jupiter
Self-indulgence is more likely now. We’re not as inclined to consider the consequences of over-eating, over-drinking, or overdoing in general. We may be acting in a haughty manner.
Date & Time: 8 Dec 2014 10:16 am
Event: Tr-Tr Mon Cpl Sat
Description: Transiting Moon ContraParallel Transiting Saturn
Date & Time: 8 Dec 2014 12:01 pm
Event: Tr-Tr Mon Opp Plu
Description: Transiting Moon Opposition Transiting Pluto
A buried or frustrating issue can now come to a head. Something from the past or that was previously hidden can surface. There can be intensity in our relationships or emotional turbulence within. Complex feelings and entanglements can be issues. The need to let go of something could emerge. Wait for the tension to subside before taking action.
Date & Time: 8 Dec 2014 12:32 pm
Event: Tr-Tr Mon Sqr Ura
Description: Transiting Moon Square Transiting Uranus
There may be sudden, minor changes to plans, schedules. There can be rebelliousness and tension. Aim to be open to possibilities, and avoid making permanent decisions.
Date & Time: 8 Dec 2014 1:36 pm
Event: Tr-Tr Mon Tri Chi
Description: Transiting Moon Trine Transiting Chiron
There can be new or easy understanding of our feelings and impressions now. We have a greater understanding of, or compassion for, others’ plights. We are more emotionally present and involved. Synchronicity is a feature of our daily life right now. Tune in and enjoy the spiritual signposts.
Date & Time: 8 Dec 2014 1:51 pm
Event: Tr-Tr Mon Sqq Sat
Description: Transiting Moon SesquiSquare Transiting Saturn
We could feel burdened, restricted, or limited during this brief influence. We could be feeling a little down on ourselves, excluded, or lonely. There can be some awkwardness or stiffness and difficulty showing affection and feelings. Patience is a virtue right now; otherwise we might succumb to feelings of frustration and sadness. All good things come to those who wait.
Date & Time: 8 Dec 2014 7:17 pm
Event: Tr-Tr Mon Sqr Nod
Description: Transiting Moon Square Transiting North Node
This is the trigger for out with the old and in with the new. We could feel at odds with others on an emotional level. Public relations are not as favorable now. Plans could need reworking. We could feel temporarily out of the loop.
Date & Time: 8 Dec 2014 8:41 pm
Event: Tr-Tr Mon Qnx Sun
Description: Transiting Moon Quincunx Transiting Sun
How we feel and what we think we should do can be at odds right now. We could act on our will at the expense of our feelings, or act on our feelings at the expense of our will or ego. Either way, we can feel unsatisfied.
Date & Time: 8 Dec 2014 9:30 pm
Event: Tr-Tr Mon Qnx Mer
Description: Transiting Moon Quincunx Transiting Mercury
It can be difficult to be objective at this time. This can be a “foot in mouth” time. We should think before we speak, or there could be hurt feelings.
Date & Time: 8 Dec 2014 9:47 pm
Event: Tr-Tr Mon Qnx Cer
Description: Transiting Moon Quincunx Transiting Ceres
Date & Time: 8 Dec 2014 4:11 am
Event: Tr-Tr Sun Sxt Nod
Description: Transiting Sun Sextile Transiting North Node
We are more cooperative and supportive, and might realize that we need others in order to further our goals.
Date & Time: 8 Dec 2014 4:51 am
Event: Tr-Tr Sun Cnj Mer
Description: Transiting Sun Conjunction Transiting Mercury
This is an auspicious time for communicating and writing. Assert yourself with clarity.
Date & Time: 8 Dec 2014 4:24 am
Event: Tr-Tr Mer Sxt Nod
Description: Transiting Mercury Sextile Transiting North Node
Projects prove successful right now, particularly those involving teamwork. Co-operate and reap the rewards.
Date & Time: 8 Dec 2014 5:46 pm
Event: Tr-Tr Mer Tri Jun
Description: Transiting Mercury Trine Transiting Juno
This is a good time to team up with someone to generate ideas, solve problems, or listen to us. Mental rapport can be experienced now.
Date & Time: 8 Dec 2014 3:41 pm
Event: Tr Jup R
Description: Transiting Jupiter Stationary
BALANCE OF SIGNS
Scores: Aries 1; Taurus 0; Gemini 0; Cancer 3; Leo 1; Virgo 0; Libra 0; Scorpio 1; Sagittarius 7; Capricorn 1; Aquarius 2; Pisces 1
CANCER STRONG
Nurturing, protective, tenacious, emotional sensitive, watery, strong roots. Can be overly protective, unwilling to let go, timid, reclusive.
SAGITTARIUS STRONG
Inspiring, broad vision, enthusiastic, goal seeking, truthful, adventurous. Can be reckless, unrestrained, tactless.
BALANCE OF ELEMENTS
Scores: Fire 9; Earth 1; Air 2; Water 5
FIRE STRONG
You are a highly-motivated person with many goals and aspirations for the future. You are vital and spontaneous, often enjoying the challenge of travelling down new and adventurous roads in your life. Your enthusiasm is irrepressible. Your weakness lies in your tendency to exaggerate and your inability to cope with the more mundane activities in life.
EARTH WEAK
You have difficulty coping with the realities of every day life. Practical daily chores seem beyond your capabilities, and you have difficulty concentrating on matters at hand.
AIR WEAK
You lack objectivity – the ability to stand back and view aspects of life from a detached and rational perspective. You have difficulty making decisions and in the process of weighing up the pros and cons in a logical manner.
BALANCE OF MODES
Scores: Cardinal 5; Fixed 4; Mutable 8
The modes are balanced in this chart.
LUNAR PHASE: FULL MOON
Moon 180 to 135 degrees behind the Sun.
We are concerned mainly with the nature of relationships. Our concern is not limited to personal relationships, but relationships of all kinds. Our cards are on the table.
The following aspects (major only) and positions are at noon (EST) on December 8th:
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 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 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.
THE MOON
THE MOON IN CANCER
You need nurturing. Under stress you may want to retire to the comfort of your home. You will form a strong bond with your mother. You may have difficulty in breaking away from home later in life.
ASPECTS OF THE MOON
SQUARE URANUS Orb 0°16′ Applying
You are erratic and stubborn in your efforts to stand out from the crowd. Once you have learnt to view things from all aspects your intuitive and exciting nature will flourish.
OPPOSITION PLUTO Orb 0°00′ Applying
Conflict arises in your life through your relationships with dramatic and intense individuals. As a child you may have experience intense conflict with a parent figure, probably mother. As an adult, you experience a love-hate element in your relationships which is a reflection of how you feel about yourself. You need to accept change in your life and channel the intensity into a suitable creative project.
TRINE CHIRON Orb 0°50′ Applying
You are a gifted healer. You are able to face the painful side of life and share your experiences in a loving manner. You feel compassion for others’ plights.
THE SUN
THE SUN IN SAGITTARIUS
You are a sunny and adventurous individual. You are optimistic and philosophical, and may tend to bluntness.
17TH DEGREE OF SAGITTARIUS
Part of Body: Sciatic nerve
Sabian Symbol: An easter sunrise service.
ASPECTS OF THE SUN
CONJUNCTION MERCURY Orb 0°09′ Separating
You are an effective communicator. You enjoy intellectual stimulation, and look for avenues through which to communicate your ideas. You tend to talk forcefully about yourself and your interests but are less interested in listening to others.
TRINE JUPITER Orb 6°06′ Applying
You are generous and happy-go-lucky. You enjoy life and popularity. It would be unusual for you to go without comforts in life. You have a tendency to be lazy and self-indulgent.
TRINE URANUS Orb 3°52′ Separating
You are inventive and use your unique talents well. People are attracted to your easy-going sense of individuality. You are interested in out of the ordinary pursuits.
SQUARE CHIRON Orb 3°19′ Separating
You have difficulty shining in your life because of a childhood wound, perhaps connected with your father. You lack confidence and feel lonely at times. You have much empathy for other people’s suffering and may become a healer or counsellor.
MERCURY
MERCURY IN SAGITTARIUS
You seek knowledge to expand your world view. You are a born philosopher, enjoying any information which helps you see the big picture. For instance you may enjoy a religious debate. You place importance on freedom of speech and thought.
17TH DEGREE OF SAGITTARIUS
Part of Body: Sciatic nerve
Sabian Symbol: An easter sunrise service.
ASPECTS OF MERCURY
TRINE JUPITER Orb 5°56′ Applying
You are philosophical. You easily see the big picture and can talk to people from all walks of life. Your ideas can be uplifting for other people.
TRINE URANUS Orb 4°02′ Separating
You have many original ideas which you are able to communicate with ease. You are insightful and may be ahead of your time in your ideas and opinions.
SQUARE CHIRON Orb 3°29′ Separating
You suffer from believing that you are lacking in intelligence. You have difficulty asserting your own thoughts and opinions.
VENUS
VENUS IN SAGITTARIUS
You want to share adventure with your partner, ranging from sharing adventurous ideas to hiking in the mountains. You may also enjoy relating with foreigners, and dining out with your partner at foreign restaurants.
28TH DEGREE OF SAGITTARIUS
Part of Body: Right leg muscles
Sabian Symbol: An old bridge over a beautiful stream.
ASPECTS OF VENUS
TRINE JUPITER Orb 4°52′ Separating
You have a talent for putting other people at their ease. Your natural enthusiasm is contagious. Your larger-than-life schemes have a habit of always paying off.
MARS
MARS IN AQUARIUS
You will fight for just causes. You are unpredictable, but will probably be a group leader. You may become rebellious when angry.
3RD DEGREE OF AQUARIUS
Part of Body: Right fibula
Sabian Symbol: A deserter from the navy.
JUPITER
JUPITER IN LEO
You are benevolent, generous and fun loving. You are on an enthusiastic search for creative expression. You may also have a love of children.
23RD DEGREE OF LEO
Part of Body: Left auricle
Sabian Symbol: A bareback rider in a circus thrills excited crowds.
SATURN
SATURN IN SCORPIO
You have an intense commitment to work and joint enterprises. You are a resourceful and determined worker.
29TH DEGREE OF SCORPIO
Part of Body: Vomer
Sabian Symbol: A woman pleading for the lives of her children.
URANUS
URANUS IN ARIES
(1928 – 1934) It is important to note that Uranus spends a long time in each sign, and therefore the interpretation applies to a generation rather than the individual. For a more individual interpretation look at the house position. This is the generation of initiative and spontaneity. It indicates the breaking down of old structures and the emerging of the new.
13TH DEGREE OF ARIES
Part of Body: Ventricles of brain
Sabian Symbol: A bomb which failed to explode is now safely concealed.
ASPECTS OF URANUS
SQUARE PLUTO Orb 0°16′ Applying
Your generation works hard to use your power to right the wrongs you perceive in society. First you must learn to control that power in your own life.
CONJUNCTION THE SOUTH NODE Orb 3°31′ Applying
You have a tendency to seek excitement and scatter your energies. You have many unique talents, but need to develop discipline in order to make the most of them.
NEPTUNE
NEPTUNE IN PISCES
It is important to note that Neptune takes about 164 years to make a complete cycle, spending about thirteen years in each sign. Therefore the interpretation of Neptune in the Sign applies to a generation rather than the individual. For a more individual interpretation look at the house position. This generation may possess the ability to be at-one with God. They may be able to express their spirituality through visions and art. They may also be inspirational teachers, conscious of wholeness.
5TH DEGREE OF PISCES
Part of Body: Right cuboid bone
Sabian Symbol: A church bazaar.
PLUTO
PLUTO IN CAPRICORN
It is important to note that Pluto takes about 248 years to make a complete cycle, spending 12 to 32 years in each sign. Therefore the interpretation of Pluto in its sign applies to a generation rather than the individual. For a more individual interpretation look at the house position. This is the generation of a change in world government. This generation will posses the ability to transform old structures into new and enduring ones.
13TH DEGREE OF CAPRICORN
Part of Body: Left knee joint
Sabian Symbol: A fire worshipper.
ASPECTS OF PLUTO
SEXTILE CHIRON Orb 0°49′ Applying
You have the ability to be a catalyst in your daily life, helping others face and heal their emotional pain.
CHIRON
CHIRON IN PISCES
You will have difficulty gaining your own sense of individuality. You have an ability to feel others’ pain and may need to detach and meditate. You may also suffer from your own deep and personal grief. You may work for or serve within a healing institution.
14TH DEGREE OF PISCES
Part of Body: Right cutaneous veins
Sabian Symbol: A lady in fox fur.
VESTA
VESTA IN CAPRICORN
You place importance on structure and order in the workplace. You have great discipline and personal ambition, and can succeed in administrative and management positions. Workers will turn to you for a sense of stability and authority.
3RD DEGREE OF CAPRICORN
Part of Body: Cutaneous nerves of thigh
Sabian Symbol: The human soul receptive to growth and understanding.
PALLAS
PALLAS IN SCORPIO
You have a probing mind preferring to always get to the bottom of things. You can be ruthless in your pursuit of the true story. You are a detective and a psychologist.
23RD DEGREE OF SCORPIO
Part of Body: Nasal bone, fimbria of Fallopian tubes
Sabian Symbol: A bunny metamorphosed into a fairy.
JUNO
JUNO IN LEO
You want to be proud of your partner, and for them to take pride in you. You want to have fun, romance, and creativity within your relationship.
18TH DEGREE OF LEO
Part of Body: Right cardiac cavity
Sabian Symbol: A chemist conducts an experiment before his students.
CERES
CERES IN SAGITTARIUS
You prefer your loved ones to provide you with a sense of adventure and freedom. You feel cared for when you are allowed space to explore and reach for your goals.
18TH DEGREE OF SAGITTARIUS
Part of Body: Right femur
Sabian Symbol: Tiny children in sunbonnets.
HYGEIA
HYGEIA IN CANCER
Your health may be closely linked to your home environment. Any disruptions in the home may spark bouts of ill health. You may be concerned for your family’s health.
14TH DEGREE OF CANCER
Part of Body: Stomach walls
Sabian Symbol: A very old man facing a vast dark space to the northeast.
ASTRAEA
ASTRAEA IN PISCES
You have an inability to see unity in the world. You may cling to your own spiritual truth believing it to be a universal one. You may be afraid of being overwhelmed by other people.
30TH DEGREE OF PISCES
Part of Body: Toenails of left foot
Sabian Symbol: The great stone face (being the projection of an ideal).
THE NORTH NODE
THE NORTH NODE IN LIBRA
This is a quest to learn co-operation. You have a tendency to want your own way and to force your opinions onto others. You need to develop selflessness, the ability to share and a sensitivity to the needs of other people.
17TH DEGREE OF LIBRA
Part of Body: Suprarenal arteries
Sabian Symbol: A retired sea captain.
THE SOUTH NODE
THE SOUTH NODE IN ARIES
This is a quest to learn co-operation. You have a tendency to want your own way and to force your opinions onto others. You need to develop selflessness, the ability to share and a sensitivity to the needs of other people.
17TH DEGREE OF ARIES
Part of Body: Vertebral canal
Sabian Symbol: Two prim spinsters sitting together in silence.
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