Horoscopes: December 23 to December 29

Illustration by Ash Cheshire.

Aries: This week, as Venus parallels the sun and trines Uranus, you are more inclined to express your emotions, especially those concerning love and affection. You have less reservations and are more inclined to embrace your strange side as well as the general oddness and curiosity of life. Your imagination is vivid and colorful and your dreams seem to leave you with mysterious wisdom when you wake. Mercury begins its retrograde in Capricorn on the 29th, and while this may leave some static in the air in regards to tech and communication, it will also challenge you to put more care into your words and the impressions that you make on others.

Taurus: This week, as your ruling Venus parallels the sun and trines Uranus you are getting more honest with yourself and your true intentions. You feel more emboldened to live according to your own rules and standards. You speak your mind. You aren’t afraid to stand out in a crowd, and you pursue your goals more earnestly. On the 29th, Mercury goes retrograde in Capricorn. While this transit can be a stressful time that stalls travel and contractual agreements, it is also a time where you learn on the fly by going with the flow. 

Gemini: This week, when Venus parallels the sun and trines Uranus, you are in your element as someone with a non conformist. You feel fascinated by the strangeness of life and are more open about your curiosity. You have a way of asking the right questions, but beware of being contrarian just for sport. On the 29th your ruler Mercury goes retrograde in Capricorn and you may feel personally attacked. It may seem like a dreadful time where plans don’t work out how you had imagined and when your mood is sporadic and energy is low. And while this is true, there is also a positive spin! Taking a break from the usual and embracing more privacy and intimacy can be nice.

Cancer: This week you are feeling more fascinated by life as Venus parallels the sun and trines Uranus. You are feeling more bold and curious. The rebellious nature of Uranus has a way of reminding you to embrace your uniqueness, and you also feel inspired to make a judgment free space for the uniqueness of others. Mercury goes retrograde in Capricorn on the 29th occurring in your partnerships sector. You are reviewing what you want out of your relationships and refining your boundaries. One on one interactions can be challenging and emotionally charged at this time but these challenges can also bring about positive changes. 

Leo: This week you are looking to add some spice to your life as Venus parallels the sun and trines Uranus. This romantic Sun and Venus moment can generate a lot of emotional and sensual energy. You see beauty in unexpected and subtle things. Uranus influence has a way of shifting perspectives and reminding us that different can be good. You may be learning new things about yourself or a partner; there can be some exploration behind closed doors. Mercury turns retrograde on the 29th and challenges you to stay consistent with good habits and structured plans. 

Virgo: This week you are coming up with outside the box solutions and you feel yourself becoming untethered from traditional expectations. In relationships you can dare to be more open about your feelings and speak words of kindness and affection that you might otherwise conceal to prevent feelings of vulnerability. The rebellious nature of Uranus reminds you that it’s good to stand out. You may find yourself lost on the winding path of memory, but thankfully it will be temporary and possibly enlightening. Focus on the present as much as you can and avoid anything too dramatic. Save it all for art.

Libra: This week, as your ruler Venus parallels the sun and trines with Uranus, you are feeling more inclined to resolve conflicts in close relationships. You want to find new ways to reconcile and create peace. Uranus has a way of helping us think outside the box and be more objective in our perspectives. Mercury turns retrograde in Capricorn on the 29th and occurs in your home and personal life sector. You find that things need rearranging in your life and that certain power dynamics need to be explored. 

Scorpio: This week as Venus parallels the sun and trines Uranus you are being more candid about expressing your emotions and being more “public” with your affection. Uranus has a way of helping us embrace our weirder side and you may find that you are more comfortable being open about your personal quirks and eccentricities. Mercury turns retrograde in Capricorn on the 29th, a classic case of Mercury retrograde in which you may need to resort to back up plans and double checking things in regards to travel, communication, and learning. Keep that email inbox tidy and make sure your phone is charged. 

Sagittarius: This week as Venus parallels the sun and trines Urnaus you have a strong desire for close companionships and emotional transparency. You don’t care much for innuendos or sarcasm. You want all the realness and strangeness that comes along with human interactions. Mercury turns retrograde in Capricorn on the 29th and reminds you to reassess your budget and spending habits. Work and finances can feel stressful, and issues regarding them can feel more urgent than they actually are at this time.

Capricorn: This week, as Venus parallels the sun and trines Uranus, you are feeling more imaginative and open about sharing your unique perspective. You find the connections that you make are very rewarding if you are willing to be the person who shares first and inspires others to do the same by opening up that conversation. On the 29th Mercury turns retrograde, and progress on personal goals seems to, frustratingly, slow down. Consider it a time to challenge yourself to be more thorough in planning and to be more patient and gentle with yourself. Things will pick back up when the timing is right. It will feel natural. 

Aquarius: This week, as Venus parallels the sun and then trines with your ruler Uranus, you are feeling more in touch with your emotions. You feel you can grow into a more open and vulnerable form of self expression. You find that you are learning to ask for help and that you don’t need to do everything on your own. Your relationships grow stronger when you stop hiding. Mercury turns retrograde in Capricorn on the 29th and over the next three weeks you find yourself thinking deeply on the meaning of everything. It can be equal parts confusing, intriguing, and enlightening. 

Pisces: This week your ruler Neptune sextiles Venus on the 27th and 28th, and you are feeling rather fascinated by the colorful mosaic that we call life. It feels rather like a movie. You are in touch with the feelings of others and it is an ideal time to practice being a good listener. Nothing really surprises you at this time, you feel that you have seen (or lived) it all and hopefully that makes you open minded and open hearted instead of world weary! Mercury turns retrograde in Capricorn on the 29th and you may find that you are reconnecting with people or places from your past. 

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