New moon in Sagittarius: a test of faith and limitations
December tarotscopes
“This December, we are faced with a test of our faith and our limits. We have an expansive grand vision. But the journey to make our dreams a reality will require patience and the willingness to change.”
The new moon in Sagittarius comes at the start of the month, on December 1st at 1:20AM eastern. In modern, western astrology, Sagittarius is ruled by Jupiter and is depicted as a centaur archer pointing an arrow to the sky. The singularly focused arrow represents Sag’s quest for spiritual, philosophical, and personal truths. The new moon in the sign of the centaur is buoyant, hopeful, and enthusiastic. It is also the beginning, the perfect moment to plant your seeds so that the cycles of the Moon will best support the growth of your future garden. This December, we are faced with a test of our faith and our limits. We have an expansive grand vision. But the journey to make our dreams a reality will require patience and the willingness to change.
On December 1st, Luna will form a conjunction to the Sun in Sagittarius. In astrology, Luna represents our emotional realms and oftentimes, our physical body. Meanwhile, the Sun represents our vitality and our will. As Luna meets her Lover, what dreams and needs does she share with him? What visions and aspirations does the Sun share with her? Next, Luna will square Saturn in Pisces. Saturn, the Timelord of the zodiac, will deliver a solemn truth or a hard-drawn boundary. What is no longer sustainable? What has to be adjusted to ensure that the dream can survive? Saturn will point out the limits. Saturn will taper Luna's unbridled wishes and visions and the Sun’s will.
From her seat in Sagittarius, Luna trines Mars and sits conjunct Mercury. Mercury went retrograde in the sign of Sagittarius on November 25th. On December 5th, Mercury will enter the heart of the Sun and emerge emboldened and renewed. What will Mercury share? What lessons will he whisper into Luna’s ear? The helpful bit of astrology here is called a mutual reception. Mercury and Jupiter are hosting each other in their respective homes. (Imagine staying at your friend’s house, while she stays at yours!) Mercury retrograde sits in the Jupiter-ruled sign of Sagittarius. Jupiter retrograde sits in the Mercury-ruled sign of Gemini. Sitting in each other’s homes, the planets can clearly see and support each other. The conversation will flow.
The following day, on December 6th, our warrior, Mars, will retrograde in the sign of Leo. In Leo’s kingdom, Mars answers to the Sun, who sits in the sign of Sagittarius. Though Mars always wants to go forward, he cannot. He must now adjust.
This December, ask yourself - Does the path you’re on honor your truth? If the answer is no, Mercury and Mars retrograde can help you find a new way forward. If the answer is yes but you’re faced with blockers and limitations, remember that the only constant in life is change. All dreams, especially big dreams, require planning and forecasting. Sometimes, they require adjustments along the way. This December, use discernment as you continue to follow your dreams.
December Tarotscopes
So, what does this mean specifically for you? Below, I’ll cover general advice Tarotscopes for each sign. We’re doing sister sign Tarotscopes grouped together this time, due to the mutual reception between Jupiter and Mercury activating the Gemini-Sagittarius axis.
Aries and Libra risings:
Eight of Wands
This new moon in Sagittarius, I want you to sit down and take a long look around you. Where are you right now? What are you doing in your quotidian life? Who is there with you? More importantly, where do you want to go next? Where do you long to be? Now tell me, how will you get there? This new moon, I want you to make an itinerary. When the time comes, I want you to throw it away. Live a little.
Taurus and Scorpio risings:
Four
of Pentacles
This new moon in Sagittarius, take inventory of all that you have at your disposal. How are you using your resources? How are you investing your money? More importantly, what does it look like for you to adopt an abundance mindset? How would you move differently if you actually believed your dreams could come true? This new moon, I want you to make a wish list. If there is a hiccup along the way, proceed to the next wish. Happiness comes in many forms.
Gemini and Sagittarius risings:
Two of Cups
This new moon in Sagittarius, reflect on how you show up for yourself. How do your partners show up for you? The real question comes next: Who do you want to be? Specifically, who do you want to be in relationship? This new moon, I want you to write your twelve year-old self a love letter. In that letter, name all of the lives you have mourned, all of the lives that you could not live. Then, name your wildest adventures, all of the lives you never expected to be able to live! Finally, name all of the lives you still hope to live. Save this letter so you can laugh at yourself the next time your heart breaks. Your dreams will never be bigger than the magic the universe has in store for you.
Cancer and Capricorn risings:
The Hermit
This new moon in Sagittarius, I want you to wander. Who are you when nobody's looking? Who are you when nobody demands anything of you? When your time is your own and nobody needs you to show up for them, where do you go? Who are you when there are zero expectations of you? This new moon in Sagittarius, I want you to get lost. Take a walk without a map, without GPS, and see who you meet. Next time life gets too hectic, you’ll know where to find yourself.
Leo and Aquarius risings:
Three of Wands
This new moon in Sagittarius, I want you to ask yourself, what inspires you? Who sets your soul on fire? Next, I want you to ask yourself, what dreams have you thrown away because you were simply scared of what other people would think? What would you do if you thought everyone in the audience was a friend, cheering you on? What joy would you create for yourself? What joy would you share with the world? This new moon, I want you to make up your own definition of joy - sexual joy, romantic joy, creative joy. Then I want you to share it with a friend. Notice how they expand your definition. Notice how you begin to create shared joy. Notice how you can only do this when you share with your community.
Virgo and Pisces risings:
Six of Cups
This new moon in Sagittarius, I want you to ask about the black sheep in your family. Who were they? Why were they shunned? What did they do that was so wrong? How does your family lore continue to show up in the way you live your life? How do these stories inadvertently and unconsciously affect the way you show up in the world? This new moon, turn off all the lights and light a candle in front of a mirror. Ask your ancestors to show you what you can’t see, so that you don’t make the same mistakes they made.
