Doesn’t it feel like we’ve quantum-leaped through time and space, emerging a little fluttered, maybe even bruised, but having created new myths for ourselves and carved out a place in the world? As we surrender our laurels and say arrivederci to 2024, the cosmos has a way of leaving lasting impressions to help us align for the year ahead, inviting us to step into it with style. The first sign? A New Moon in Sagittarius on the 1st, signalling a cleansing of the past and an opening to a fresh, revised tomorrow. A few days later, Mars goes retrograde in Leo on the 7th, encouraging us to reassert our right to take up space.
The solstice on the 21st, which also marks the start of Capricorn season, is a time to hunker down, reflect on what we’ve learned—both personally and collectively—and fill our spiritual cups. Make sure to mark these key dates in your calendar: New Moon in Sagittarius on the 1st, Mars retrograde in Leo on the 7th, Full Moon in Gemini on the 15th, Sun enters Capricorn on the 21st, and the New Moon in Capricorn on the 31st.
Aries
With the New Moon in Sagittarius soaring high in your zone of travel and wisdom on the 1st, it's the perfect moment to start drawing up your vision board for 2025. What lessons have you learned this year that you want to carry forward? Better yet, what bold, visionary steps are you ready to take next year? You’re about to enter a prime moment, especially with Neptune briefly entering Aries in 2025, bringing a wave of magic and possibilities you can’t yet predict. But for now, don’t feel the need to have the full plan in place—at least not until Mercury Retrograde in Sagittarius wraps up on the 16th. Ironically, on New Year’s Eve, you’ll be graced with a New Moon in Capricorn, landing in your career zone. In short, your public persona is about to be reinvented, and 2025 is set to open new doors for you professionally and personally.
Taurus
How did the Full Moon in Taurus treat you last month? Whatever unfolded, add those lessons and experiences to your bag of charms for extra power as you steam through the end of the year. You’ll need it, especially as Mars retrogrades in Leo, taking up space in your arena of family, roots, and belonging. This may have you contemplating what these words truly mean to you, particularly during the thick of the holiday season. One key theme to reflect on is whether you’re making decisions from your own creative spirit or whether they’ve been influenced by the opinions of family and friends on what you should and shouldn’t pursue. Remember, your goals are yours to define. Never forget Toni Morrison’s words: "The greatest gift you can give yourself is to know who you are and what you stand for."
Gemini
Good friends are better than money, as the saying goes, and with the New Moon in Sagittarius lighting up your relationship zone at the start of the month, it’s the perfect time to plant new seeds of appreciation and love. How have your relationship needs changed since the beginning of the year? Are you even the same person who entered into 2024? Sit with these questions, and don’t be afraid to identify what truly fills you up now. After all, we wouldn’t have 'ship' in relationships if it wasn’t meant to be a journey with many different destinations. The day before Mercury retrograde in Sagittarius ends, the Full Moon in Gemini shines in your sign, which could prompt you to reflect seriously on whether the identity you've curated aligns with the core you. At the same time, you might find yourself letting go of commitments that have been clipping your wings.
Cancer
Let your desires take the floor, because if there’s one thing about this Mars retrograde—starting in Leo and eventually transitioning into your sign—it’s that it can help you return to home base, back to yourself. If the balance between give and take has felt a little off, now is the time to reset the score and redirect your energy in a more wholesome, nurturing way. When you listen to your heart, there’s no room to overthink where you want to go or who you want to be around. On New Year’s Eve, the New Moon in Capricorn offers a lovely omen to expand generosity within your relationship circles, and to choose your ride-or-die tribe with full confession and intention.
Leo
A new creative task is about to unfurl for you. While December is typically a time of completion, you're likely to receive several cosmic downloads on how to add more texture to your creative story. The New Moon in Sagittarius may ask you, "What creative tools have you outgrown?" or "What new creative story do you want to add to your own myth?" As a fire sign, any signs of stagnancy are deeply felt, so take the time to speak to the Moon and ask it to leave you a message under your pillow.
Now, the bigger story of the month for you is Mars retrograde, which begins in your sign. This retrograde is about reorienting you, inviting you to reflect on whether there are aspects of your direction that need to be altered or whether you've stayed true to your vision and simply need to commit more deeply as you move into the new year. Have fun with it, and remember: you're whole as you are. You don't need fixing. So, put down the self-help books for the rest of the year, and pick up a good fantasy you can get lost in instead.
Virgo
You might have been considering this all year: "Do I feel like I can best expand in my spot in the world?" This final New Moon in Sagittarius of the year is poised to give you a big nudge in answering that question, especially as you may sense a bit of restlessness you can’t quite soothe. The only constant truth is change. Come the second week of December, Neptune in Pisces goes direct in your house of relationships, which could be quite revealing. You may uncover hidden aspects of your dynamics with others—perhaps a friend confesses secret feelings for you, or you realize you’re not being as vulnerable as a relationship truly deserves. Alternatively, you may finally understand why you had certain reservations about a particular connection. Embrace this time of revelation, as it may unlock important insights that propel you forward.
Libra
A perspective shift is underway, and you get to decide what reality you want to inhabit—whether you choose to live in fear or embrace your power. The more clearly you define this for yourself, the more you’ll be able to craft the kind of life you want to live, starting in this singular moment and stretching into 2025. You can thank the New Moon in Sagittarius for that empowering gift. Mars Retrograde may help you find peace and acceptance with the fact that you’re on your own timeline when it comes to success and achievement, allowing you to release the pressure to perform under the scrutiny of social expectations.
You’ve likely felt a sense of relief as Pluto in Capricorn has finally moved on from your zone of family and home. The New Moon in Capricorn on New Year’s Eve will bring lasting insights on this existential topic, offering clarity and closure around matters that have shaped your foundations. It’s a great moment to reflect on how far you’ve come and where you’re heading next.
Scorpio
What financial commitments do you want to make in the new year that not only fill your bank account, but also make you feel truly valued and rewarded? Under the New Moon in Sagittarius, grab your notepad and pen, as you may experience a stream of consciousness that reveals deeper insights. When it comes to your career, if others have been taking credit for your work, Mars retrograde will put an end to that. No longer can your talent and magic stay invisible—this is your declaration to step into the spotlight and claim your rightful place. Your place of worship is at the altar of your creative goals, and you now have the opportunity to realign how you share your gifts with the world, perhaps even reaching a new audience. It’s time to honor your creativity and the value it brings, both to you and others.
Sagittarius
Who doesn't love a New Moon starting on the first day of the month in their home sign? A renewed sense of optimism is your tonic of choice, so give yourself a pat on the back and a treat for making it through to the end of the year. This is the perfect time to honor the progress you've made, no matter how small it seems. Set your intentions high, but make sure they’re grounded in what truly aligns with your core values. As the moon waxes, so too will your strength to manifest new opportunities, whether in relationships, career, or personal growth. With Mercury retrograde making its final stop on the 16th, you’re given the all-clear to start drafting your plan and strategy for the year ahead, moving forward with a clear sense of purpose.
Capricorn
If you didn’t host a party for Pluto’s exit from Capricorn, you still have time. Even if Pluto blessed you with reward and abundance, you may have felt instantly lighter as it moved on. Now, it’s time to gather all of those fruits of wisdom and figure out how to share your lessons with others—especially as Pluto now transits your house of resources. You’ve earned the title of a qualified elder, and with the New Moon in Sagittarius landing in your zone of spirituality and dreams, you can now see how to weave this newfound wisdom into your everyday routine. As you count down to 2025, you’ll be graced with a New Moon in your sign, signaling that the pages of yesterday are well and truly turned. So, what new script are you ready to write for yourself? The future is yours to define.
Aquarius
Welcome to the new frontier, Aquarius! Pluto hasn’t even fully settled into its groove yet, but you may already sense that a transformative time is on the horizon for both you and the collective. So, what role do you want to play in this evolution? The New Moon in Sagittarius invites you to reflect on the role you wish to take up in your community, as you embark on a golden quest to create the systemic and social shifts we all want to see in the world. You have plenty of time to prepare your toolkit, discerning what’s essential and what’s non-essential as you prepare for this journey. On the 7th, Venus shimmies into your sign, bringing a spark of creativity and beauty that will infuse your art, as well as the way you beautify yourself and your home. This is a wonderful opportunity to add some pizzazz to everything you touch, while staying grounded in your mission to make a difference.
Pisces
This year, you’ve taken on some mighty obligations, especially with Saturn spiraling through your sign. So, take this month as a point of rest and restoration. Reflect on what you’ve learned about yourself: Who are you growing into, and what have you outgrown? How has your chosen responsibility reminded you that discipline is a form of self-love? With the New Moon in Sagittarius lighting up your career zone, you might feel ready for a promotion or to launch a new business that has been showing you more signs to begin than you can count. However, the best advice I’d give you is to wait until Mercury retrograde ends on the 16th before making any concrete decisions. The journey to the top may be a bit tiresome, but you don’t have to do it alone. With the New Moon in Capricorn opening up your zone of community, gather your friends and toast to the new year, knowing that support and connection will be key to your vision.
