E124: From Edgy to Expansive: December 2024's Astrological Opportunities for Growth

Introduction: December 2024 Forecast

As we step into the final month of 2024, the stars pose a critical question: What future are you creating? December presents a unique opportunity to reassess our paths, embrace positivity, and release any blocks obstructing our progress. From solstice highlights to upcoming retrogrades, this episode is loaded with the guidance you need to help navigate the celestial energies and align with your soul’s highest potential.

5 Key Highlights

1. Sagittarius Season & the Solstice
   • The apex of the Sagittarius season on December 21st offers a window of potential. This solstice is a pivotal moment to reassess and align with your true self.
2. Black Moon Phenomenon
   • December is a “Black Moon” month, featuring two new moons (on the 1st and 30th) and a Full Moon on the 15th. This is a rare alignment providing double the opportunity for setting intentions and releasing blockages!
3. Retrogrades and Direct Stations
   • Mercury and Mars enter retrograde, creating internal reflections that may feel like obstacles but actually offer a path to alignment and truth. Meanwhile, Neptune and Chiron station direct, bringing collective momentum forward.
4. Jupiter-Saturn Square
   • The squaring of Jupiter and Saturn on the 24th invites us to prioritize our grand vision, asking us to balance expansion with discipline.
5. Magical Supports
   • Utilize aids like Kyanite, hornbeam flower essence, and the energy of the Snake spirit animal to calm the mind, open the heart, and encourage transformation.

3 Fun Facts

1. The Solstice Synchrony
   • The winter solstice on December 21^st is considered the shortest day and the longest night of the year, symbolizing a rebirth of the sun and a perfect time for setting long-term intentions.
2. Black Moon Magic
   • The term “Black Moon” doesn’t have an official astronomical definition but generally refers to the second new moon in a calendar month, enhancing its mystical significance.
3. Retrograde Realities
   • Mars and Mercury Retrogrades are perfect opportunities for reviewing and realigning life strategies rather than initiating new actions.

Additional Resources:

• Read the Accompanying December Forecast Blog Post!
  • For a written in-depth guide on the star events of the month discussed in this podcast (and more!), read our blog post detailing the energies of December: December Forecast: What Future Are You Creating?

• Find out how you can achieve your Grand Vision:
  • We wrote about how a twenty-year star event sets you up for the next two decades. Learn how to set intentions to achieve your Grand Vision: Choose Important Priorities to Achieve Your Grand Vision
    • PODCAST: E80: Jupiter in Gemini, Saturn in Pisces: Unlocking Cosmic Opportunities in August’s Astrological Landscape

• Listen to our latest personal Retrogrades podcast!
  • If you missed our last episode, tune in to hear how Mercury, Mars, and Venus Retrogrades at the end of 2024 affect your next few months into March.
    • PODCAST: E123: Retrogrades Revealed: A Deep Dive into Mercury, Mars, and Venus in 2024-25

Tune in to explore the cosmic influences guiding you through the end of the year and equip yourself with the wisdom and strategic insights to thrive in 2025! Don’t forget to rate, review, and share your favorite episodes! Until next time, happy soul tidings.