“Mirak” painting by Amber Jean
I have spent nearly five decades engaged in consciousness-raising practices and events, both for self-growth and helping others, always grateful for the progress we humans are making slowly over time. I recall how in the late 1960’s, our family was on vacation in San Francisco at the height of revolutionary trends that were sweeping America. My radical Mom thought is was wild and wonderful and my more conservative Dad thought it was the end of the world. And here we are again.
November was a shock to my being in every way. The potential right now for so many hard-won advancements for all colors and types of humans as well as the many other beings we share our sacred Earth with could be systematically dismantled and destroyed. This is not about politics or party affiliation. More broadly and deeply these times are about what kind of humans do we want to be. What kind of human experience do we want to co-create? Will we orient our future human species toward the love-based, inclusive principles of the sacred feminine/sacred masculine or return to the dark ages where fear of others and seeking to dominate and control them takes over with unchecked savagery?
I take heart in the phrase “we are not going back” which mirrors the astrological influences currently happening as well. This past SolLunar Cycle brought and brings ongoing grief to my heart as I continue to adjust daily, to get back up, keep going, and pray for clarity about where to put my attention, time and energy going forward. The Aquarian Age, which we are inexorably moving toward, is about the shared power of individuals to chart the course of our future history. It is not about one leader, but honors that everyone has the responsibility and gift of being the leader of their life, being authentic and creating the world they desire which is different and unique for everyone.
Recently I heard the phrase “curate your vibration, your energy-field”. This resonates with me and helps me know I am not a victim of the times but rather a powerful co-creator with humanity. This seems to be an essential life-skill right now to stay calm, centered, focused, happy during the chaos of the times. Curate has a number of definitions. These speak to me: to select the best or most appropriate and to have the care and superintendence of something. Superintendence speaks to the idea of intention, what are we intending to create. To be the Superintendent is to be the boss of your life, taking full responsibility for your life’s choices. How will you curate your life experience—what is best and most appropriate for you—to ensure you are surrounded by the support you need to grow and thrive?
This New SolLunar Cycle in sidereal Scorpio is sure to bring increased transformation as we both quickly leave the past behind and launch into the intensity of the times. Scorpio can be about power dynamics, and cultural shifts regarding financial resources, sexual energy. You might take a deep dive into understanding your unconscious or conscious motivations and habits. Explore the ways you try to control life versus being open to experiencing the daily mystery unfolding in support of your highest good.
Also during this month, the once-every-two-year retrograde of Mars begins on December 6 – February 23 2025. This transit can bring conflicts to the surface, eventually leading to resolutions. It can slow things down, especially via injuries or surgeries so pay keen attention and move cautiously. Mars will transit both Cancer and Gemini, signs linked to families and siblings so shifts can happen regarding those relatonships.
Other celestial happenings this month are Mercury completes its current retrograde on December 15, the same day as the dynamic Full Moon. And holy Winter Solstice thankfully arrives on December 20 at 2:20 am MT.
Wishing you peace, calm, joy and holy time with your beloveds as we close out 2024. To new beginnings.
NOTE: When reading my daily entries, remember that the influence of each aspect is like a wave — it crescendos a day or two, sometimes a week, before it happens, crests on the day it is exact, then dissipates over the following days. People experience the transits of planets at different times depending on their sensitivity and life events.
DISCOUNTS: My holiday/holyday discounts are starting early this year to support you navigating these wild times and peer into what might coming your way in the year ahead. I also want to help people prepare for the upcoming Mars retrograde from December 6 – February 23 2025. Understanding where this challenging and also motivating aspect is taking place in your personal astrological Map can be very helpful. Send me an email if you are interested in a discount for a full reading/update or various mini-session options. Thank you!
Thank you, Amber Jean, for the gift of using your imaginative and magical artwork for this post. View more of Amber Jean’s magical and sacred art HERE.
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MY POSTS: My posts are based on the true astronomical alignments of the planets with the constellations, also referred to as the sidereal zodiac. This zodiac is energetically in synch with the forces of the Universe beaming down on us and thus mirrors extraordinary accuracy in understanding how transits are working with us. My mentor and colleague, Nick Anthony Fiorenza—now in spirit—wrote his seminal book, Introduction to Astronomical Astrology which I can now share for free if you are interested in learning from a master teacher
I use the phases of the Moon as the scaffold for my posts because the Moon functions like an energetic portal mediating between the heavens and our wondrous Earth. My entries are based on the aspects occurring each week as they crescendo, crest and dissipate over the course of their influence. As you work with and within the natural flow of time and the supportive cosmic energies that each unique SolLunar Cycle brings, life can flow with more ease, grace and understanding.
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New SolLunar Cycle in sidereal Scorpio
At the New Moon, you are sprouting like a seed with new creative inspiration. Receive your unique insights by sitting in meditation or just be open to new possibilities arising within you from the sea of infinite creation.
New SolLunar Cycle in sidereal Scorpio: Sun/Moon in Scorpio trine Mars in Cancer: Sat November 30 11:21 pm MT
This New SolLunar Cycle in sidereal Scorpio is sure to bring accelerated transformation to our planetary and personal lives. Scorpio governs power dynamics, cultural shifts regarding financial systems and resources, and sexual energy. You might take a deep dive into understanding your unconscious or conscious motivations and habits. Explore the ways you try to control life versus being open to experiencing the daily mystery unfolding in support of your highest good. The helpful trine to Mars brings movement and energy to help us keep going, but because it is about to turn retrograde on December 6, perhaps slow down and pay keen attention to what is happening around you before taking action.
Sun in Scorpio square Saturn in Aquarius: Tue December 3 – Wed December 4
This serious annual square can bring a desire to focus, face hard tasks, feel more disciplined, resist being controlled or further procrastinate. So many choices under the direction and influence of this geometry. Good luck!
Sun/Mercury retrograde conjunction in Scorpio: Thu December 5
The exact alignment of mental Mercury with our illuminating Sun can light up the mind, making it sharp and focused. It may bring sudden insights and inspiration or perhaps cause confusion as you jump from thought to thought in rapid succession. Meditative activities advised. Drive with caution. Tech things can go on the fritz.
Mars in Cancer turns retrograde: Fri December 6
Once every two years, we cautiously navigate Mars turning retrograde, this year from December 6 February 23 2025. The entire cycle which includes the shadow period is seven months from October 2024 through end of April 2025. This is a big deal.
Mars is a planet of action so when it slows down, it can slow us down via injuries, accidents, surgeries. Be willing to practice patience, not pushing or pressuring yourself or others. It is a time to reexamine where you have been putting your energy and perhaps redirect your focus in new creative ways. Mars will transit both Cancer and Gemini. Both of signs represent our family relations, including siblings. This can be a time to reconnect and/ or resolve issues. Practice ways of relating more appropriate to the now, not the past. Considering a new home, homeland or community will be a focus for some.
Mercury retrograde in Scorpio square Saturn in Aquarius: Fri December 6
This can bring misunderstandings, a sharp tongue or the reality you can’t and won’t stop from expressing what’s on your mind. Deal with a backlog of paperwork or communications or work on a budgets.
Venus/Ceres/Pluto conjunction in Capricorn: Fri December 6
This potent portal holds the power of the sacred feminine and calls it forth in our world sparking alliances and future events. Bring beauty and health in all forms to your life. Be fierce and embrace your inner Kali, your Pele passion, your Grizzly Mother teacher.
Sun in Scorpio opposite Jupiter in Taurus: Sat December 7
This expands everything in your life, making it bigger and better or exaggerated and overreactive. It can bring abundance and prosperity. Focus on finances if need be or make it an extra special date night.
Lunar Highlights
Moon/Venus/Ceres/Pluto conjunction in Capricorn: Wed December 4
The power of love and wisdom of the feminine principle are amplified. Team up with others to keep beauty, wonder, love, care, concern for all beings alive on Earth via projects, businesses and within all our institutions.
Moon/Saturn conjunction in Aquarius: Sat December 7
This helps you get organized. Pay attention to how things/people affect you. Who/what are you ready to release and who/what do you want more of? Work on community projects under Aquarius’s influence and make art together.
First Quarter Moon
At the First Quarter Moon, you are called to action. The need to move forward with your recent insights can come via making a conscious choice or by challenging circumstances that require you make a move.
First Quarter Moon: Moon/Saturn in Aquarius square Sun in Scorpio: Sun December 8
This is not a relaxing aspect, but Saturn brings its energy of excellence for perseverance and focus to this action-taking phase of this Cycle. Scorpio shows us what is dying or needs to go so the inevitable potential for rebirth awaits us as we innovate—Aquarius.
Ceres/Pluto conjunction in Capricorn: Sun December 8
Both Ceres—Great Mother—and Pluto—Transformation—are called dwarf planets but pack a punch. This combo functions as Grizzly Mother in its protectiveness, powerful care, fierce desire for change that leads to safer and healthier lives. Use its energy for your own cleansing and goal-setting. Gain clarity about what and who you want to nurture and be nurtured by.
Sun in Scorpio trine Chiron in Pisces: Tue December 10
This emotional, caring aspect brings healing, support, TLC to situations. Dive deeper in expressing your feelings with those around you. For some, this may be a time of transitions and transitioning flowing with ease and grace into a new life.
Venus in Capricorn opposite Mars retrograde in Cancer: Wed December 11 – Thu December 12
The sexes can feel at odds with this dynamic, each having their own way of seeing a situation or choosing to live life. Ultimately Venus helps all beings get in touch what they love and value and Mars helps them accomplish those heart desires. Organize your living spaces or have serious conversations with your children or elders.
Juno in Libra trine Saturn in Aquarius: Thu December 12
This is supportive for all kinds of relationships, is great for working in harmony with others, or simply enjoying people’s presence. Be sure to let them know how special they are and receive compliments from others with a hearty THANK YOU for being seen and recognized.
Lunar Highlights
Moon/Neptune/North Node conjunction in Pisces: Mon December 9
This is a lovely portal of possibilities that arise from our musings—Neptune—as we reimagine the future—North Node. Right-brain creativity is on speed dial ready to inspire you so day-dream and create today. Immerse yourself in poetry and music, or write your own inspiring epistles.
Moon/Uranus conjunction in Aries: Thu December 12 – Fri December 13
This can always bring surprises, shocks, or sudden change in plans so go with the flow. Use your calming practices or get some energy work to soothe an erratic or amped-up nervous system.
Moon/Jupiter conjunction in Taurus: Sat December 14
This monthly meet-up brings big energy for hope and optimism but also out of control outbursts or overdoing things which you may pay a price for, like an injury or a shock to the pocketbook.
Full Moon in sidereal Taurus/Scorpio
The Full Moon is the birth point of the current SolLunar Cycle. This can be a time of celebration or crisis, depending on your life circumstance. Feel the joy and relax into new discoveries and directions.
Full Moon: Sun in Scorpio opposite Moon in Taurus: Sun December 15 2:01 am MT
Happening the same day Mercury turns direct, this Full Moon might bring enthusiasm, surprising information and lots of important conversations. These signs are earthy and passionate as well so enjoy your intimate relationships with extra zeal.
Mercury in Scorpio turns direct: Sun December 15
It’s a relief when Mercury completes its retrograde, especially if you had some communication challenges or negotiations that you had to deal with the past three weeks. And as always with Mercury’s turnings, drive with caution.
Juno in Libra quincunx Jupiter in Taurus: Tue December 17 – Wed December 18
Making adjustments in ongoing negotiations or with financial planning may occur. Building or design projects are tweaked. Beautify your environments with the creativity of this paring.
Sun in Sagittarius square Neptune in Pisces: Wed December 18
There can be a tension between what you think you should do versus what you feel you should do. Honor both viewpoints in your contemplations and see what integrative decisions arise. It is an excellent aspect for diving into studies and curriculums or designing one!
Mars retrograde in Cancer opposite Ceres in Capricorn: Fri December 20
This may lead to disagreements with family members. It maybe be time to face something you have been avoiding saying or doing. It can also be channeled to do tasks together so enjoy that as well.
Winter Solstice: Sat December 21 2:20 am MT
This marks the celestial New Year in our Northern Hemisphere. the Light shifts as the Sun begins to head north again. Make it a day of ritual and reflection if you are drawn to do so. Take time to curate your vibration as I wrote about in the Overview. Review and honor the past year and set new intentions for the coming 2025. Blessings to all~
Lunar Highlights
Moon/Mars conjunction in Cancer: Tue December 17 – Wed December 18
This can bring fierce loyalty to defend your family or spark arguments within families/relationships. Moon/Mars is passionate about movement in general and activities done together with a healthy dose of competition.
Moon in Leo square Mercury in Scorpio opposite Saturn in Aquarius: Fri December
This coincides with Winter Solstice and brings strong focus, turning points. It balances the need for both work and play.
Last Quarter Moon
With the Last Quarter Moon, you release what has been and simultaneously prepare for what will be as new desires perpetually arise in the next SolLunar Cycle.
Last Quarter Moon: Moon/South Node conjunction in Virgo square Sun in Sagittarius: Sun December 22
This perfectly timed line up of the emotional Moon with release-the-past South Node in cleansing Virgo brings important turning points and completions as we begin to look ahead toward 2025. Finish tasks, do food prep and cleaning for upcoming HolyDay gatherings.
Mars in Cancer quincunx Sun in Sagittarius: Tue December 24
Last minute adjustments may happen, like finding you will be hosting more or less people that you thought. Enjoy the comforts of home—Cancer—with beloveds and also good exercise—Sagittarius—in the refreshing outdoors.
Mercury in Scorpio opposite Jupiter in Taurus: Thu December 26
This can bring sharp-tongued or direct conversations. It also creates intimacy and brings depth to connections.
Venus in Capricorn square Uranus in Aries: Fri December 27
Things shift, even suddenly, bringing new opportunities. You might feel burdened by responsibilities when you just want do-nothing time. Take a break from the tribe if need be.
Lunar Highlights
Moon in Libra sextile Sun in Sagittarius: Wed December 25
This harmonious aspect is wonderful for those celebrating and connecting with others. It is optimistic and helps us focus on brighter days ahead as we find and give voice to gratitude for all the good that is in our lives.
Moon/Mercury conjunction in Scorpio: Sat December 28
This busy and focused paring helps us stay mentally on track and leads to probing conversations. It brings a busyness as we close out this SolLunar Cycle, and soon 2024.
Blessed New Moon: Mon December 30 3:26 pm MT
RESOURCES FOR PERSONAL AND PLANETARY WELL-BEING
ENDEAVORS TO NURTURE
AMANZI-Water to Schools
Please check out my dear friend Julia Heemstra’s cutting-edge humanitarian organization, AMANZI-Water to Schools , which brings water—via climate-smart technologies—and other opportunities to the schools in the Eastern Cape of South Africa, the childhood home where she grew up. Julia is focused, passionate, optimistic, is an elite athlete, a bringer of wellness and mindfulness to all ages, and now via her collaborative organizational model, Julia continues to expand her lifelong commitment to humanitarian service.
JIN SHIN JYUTSU
Health is in your Hands. Here’s a helpful tool to help you maintain health, calm, balance during these stressful but extraordinary times. I am a proponent of Jin Shin Jyutsu and have been a practitioner since 1983. This beautiful, easy-to-use book and card set teaches you the ancient Art of Jin Shin Jyutsu, the Art of Self Healing. JSJ’s premise is that by applying the jumper-cable of your hands to various points on the body, you can clear your own stress on a daily basis, freeing up stuck energy that leads to patterns of dis-ease, while activating the renewed flow of qi and vigor on all levels, physical, mental, emotional, spiritual. Explore JSJ and teach yourself and those you love this simple tool for centering and radiant vitality. Consider booking a SHE session: Self Help Energywork, to learn how to help yourself.
PLANT BASED DIET
Educate yourself about how plant-based eating is a central component in how you can help personally restore ecological balance on our beloved Earth as well as create improved health and vitality for you and your beloveds.
The Game Changers: This inspiring movie and storytelling about vegan super-athletes and warriors educates us about the many benefits of a vegan diet and addresses the ‘meat protein myth’.
COWSPIRACY, What the Health and now SEASPIRACY are must-see movies for all humans who care about personal health, animal well-being, social justice, climate change, the health of our Earth. Become educated about the important information shared by these courageous and visionary filmmakers and activists and considering eating mostly plant-based, if not becoming fully vegan in your consumer choices.
