Capricorn (December 22 – January 19)
Does your birthday often feel overshadowed by the holiday season? It's a common experience for Capricorns, with birthdays falling during or after the festivities. You likely grew up feeling like you had to share the spotlight, but this month’s astrology encourages you to claim your right to celebrate yourself! You might throw a party or plan a birthday vacation. However you do it, make the end of December the season for you.
On December 12, Mercury stations retrograde in your sign, activating your sentimental side. A trip down Memory Lane could be in order. Don’t be surprised if you end up thumbing through old photos or watching home movies to relive some of those past moments. Mercury retrograde cycles often reconnect us with friends from the past or revitalize interests in lost hobbies or forgotten talents.
The Sun enters Capricorn on December 21, reminding you of how your cultural or familial traditions helped shape your identity. On December 22, Mercury enters Sagittarius, helping you dig beneath hard-wired beliefs to discover your truth. This process could result from heartfelt conversations, journaling, or self-reflection. Insights abound as the Cancer Full Moon on December 26 stirs emotions and pulls you toward loved ones for deeper connections.
The Cancer Full Moon also shines on your love life, allowing you to appreciate the positive aspects of your partner you may have overlooked. If you’re in a rough patch in a relationship, your intuition could guide you to resolve anything unsettled in your heart. The end of December shows you how to remain open to love without anxiety or fear. When Venus enters Sagittarius on December 29, love is synonymous with freedom.
