Fitzrovia Horoscopes

It’s the time of year when our astrological position will be felt acutely by all. The early evenings, and impending winter solstice, on December 21st, force us all to draw on our deepest reserves of energy to see the winter through. Coupled with this, a lunar eclipse on the 10th will have made life’s obstacles feel particularly trying, for Cancers especially, who are ruled by the moon. Never fear! Boxing Day marks the start of a period in which all the planets will move forward through the Zodiac, for the first time in eleven months. Similarly, this will be a time for all to move forward and play to their strengths.

Aquarius: Venus will enter the realm of Aquarius on the day of the winter solstice. In intellectual Aquarians Venus manifests herself through a love of balance, and with Jupiter at a right angle on that day, the signs point to a formal agreement that will lead to prosperity. Beware that stubborn individualism does not prevent you from reaching an outcome that can make everybody happy.

Pisces: A Pisces is able to see though the glossy packaging of Christmas to the glowing embers of Christmas spirit beneath. The compassionate side of Pisces will be a blessing to those around you, although these same people may have caused you unnecessary worry earlier in the year.

Aries: The lunar eclipse coincides with Uranus’ exit from retrograde on December 10th as the planet starts to progress slowly through the house of Aries. When the emotional force of the moon is briefly overshadowed, you will be able to return to a niggling grievance with renewed creativity and intelligence. You might discover something about yourself in the process.

Taurus: After a very long period of frustrated aspiration, Jupiter’s exit from a long retrograde on the 26th, will bring with it growth in the world of work. As Taurus’ ruling planet Venus moves into Aries, this change of fortune will be reflected in your personal life too.

Gemini: Poor communication caused conflict in a battle of ideas last month, but as Mercury exits it retrograde in Sagittarius the lines are open once again. While you should avoid trying to send a message early in the month, you will find it much easier to be clearer after the 14th.

Cancer: This may seem quite a difficult month, as internal worries are not be easy for Cancers to voice during the lunar eclipse. The obscured moon may leave emotional Cancer’s feeling confused or at a loss, but overall positive motion of the rest of the zodiac will ensure that that support will be at hand..

Leo: As a child of the Sun you may struggle to find your strength at this time of year, especially when a new addition to your extended family thrusts you onto unfamiliar ground. But under Sagittarius’ influence your ability to adapt to these new circumstances will hold strong.

Virgo: Mars rises in Virgo this month. The assertiveness of Mars pushes the analytical intelligence of a Virgo into a debate charged with emotion. Perhaps cool, resolved problem solving is what is needed, but don’t forget to take the feelings of others into account.

Libra: As Libra’s guiding star Venus moves from Capricorn to Aquarius in the middle of the month, deeper concerns will give way to levity. But in spite of the rise in spirits, your sense of responsibility will not be forgotten: Saturn’s authoritarian influence remains strong, still hovering near it’s angle of exultation.

Scorpio: Don’t be disheartened by the way this year has panned out. Most importantly, resist feelings of vindictiveness and bitterness towards that particular individual. Your ruling planet, Pluto, a symbol of rebirth, should empower you to pick yourself up, dust yourself off, and start all over again!

Sagittarius: Leadership will be very important for Sagittarius in the first half of the month, although Mercury’s retrograde motion may inhibit it’s delivery. Luckily any misunderstandings should be ironed out in the second half.

Capricorn: The departure of Venus will be counterbalanced by the immediate arrival of the Sun in Capricorn’s sky. Although a particular source of pleasure will be lost, the self will prevail with renewed vigour. Also, your birthday approacheth!

Published in the Fitzrovia News