The Moon begins the day in warm, optimistic, and enthusiastic Sagittarius.

Moon square Saturn at 9:14am ET can heighten feelings of inadequacy. This can lead to feeling emotionally distant or isolated. Communicating emotions may be more challenging.

Mercury sextile Venus at 2:17pm ET support positive conversations and social interactions. You may find it easier to express your feelings, thoughts, and affections to others.

Sun in hard aspect to Uranus may bring a desire to break free of limitations and play by your own rules. Be mindful of sudden disruptions that can occur by acting too quickly or from rebelling against established rules and norms.

Moon in Sagittarius in aspect to Mars and Chiron this morning encourages a proactive approach to healing. You can facilitate the healing process by having the courage to confront old wounds.

Happy Sagittarius New Moon! The New Moon is exact at 6:32pm ET at 21 degrees Sagittarius.

The Moon is happy, upbeat, enthusiastic, and optimistic in fiery Sagittarius. There’s an emotional need to explore and broaden your horizons (either through physical or mental travel) and to engage in new experiences. Without change, excitement, and spontaneity restlessness will result. To best work with the New Moon energy embrace the nature of Sagittarian energy. Set your intentions around Sagittarian themes such as travel, foreign countries and cultures, higher education, law, philosophy, religion, politics, and beliefs.

The aspects made by the New Moon foretell the energy to come in the following two weeks.

The New Moon is conjunct Mars (the 3rd lunation in a row) continuing the active and aggressive energy we’ve been experiencing for the last six weeks. The New Moon forms a trine to Chiron showing an ability to be proactive in addressing your vulnerabilities and embracing them with compassion. You may be called on to serve as a teacher or mentor to help others through with their pain points. The New Moon also forms a trine to the North Node bringing opportunities for you to align with your purpose. There is a sense of good fortune and you will likely attract beneficial opportunities and people who can contribute to your growth. However, there can be unexpected events that challenge your sense of self, and there is likely tension between your need for stability and need for freedom and independence. Circumstances that arise at this time that will likely happen quickly and unexpectedly. Also, be prepared for there to be a lack clarity around matters, especially around commitments or important agreements. The New Moon forms a square to Neptune introducing elements of confusion, uncertainty, or deception into circumstances. It will be in your best interest to be transparent and to make sure others are too. The New Moon also squares Juno suggesting you may find romantic commitments or important agreements are not meeting your needs and creating conflict. When Neptune and Juno combine its easy to over-idealize partners or be blinded by love. This is not the time to be gullible.

It is also worth noting the New Moon is conjunct asteroids Huya (#38628) and Iris (7). Huya is said to represent “service, awareness of something missing, environmentalism, failure to pay attention.” Iris is the messenger goddess and represents “the message, sometimes apparent, at others hidden or veiled.” Jupiter in Taurus is the ruler of the New Moon showing Sagittarian energy is being channeled through the lens of security-consciousness, finances, and material possessions.

Overall, there is an air of uncertainty and deceptiveness around an important relationship or agreement, although there may be faith, hope, and optimism in its potential. Unexpected disruptions are likely, especially if you are not granted your freedom. Circumstances are likely to be changeable and move rapidly so be prepared to adapt. Commitments and agreements will be tested.

People who will feel the New Moon strongest will be those with planets and placements between 15-25 degrees of the mutable signs (Sagittarius, Gemini, Virgo, and Pisces).

New Moon symbol (21 degrees Sagittarius): “A child and a dog wearing borrowed eyeglasses.”

Keynote: Learning through limitation

Venus in hard aspect to Neptune at 10:34pm ET may bring confusion or a lack of clarity regarding romance, making it important to discern between fantasy and reality. There can be a tendency to idealize partners or have unrealistic expectations in relationships.

The day begins with the Moon void until entering ambitious, hardworking, and disciplined Capricorn at 10:32am ET.

Venus conjunct Pallas brings a strategic approach and mindset to relationships and important agreements. You may strongly consider shared values and long-term goals when thinking about relationships and potential partners.

Saturn trine Vesta suggests a positive balance between fulfilling responsibilities and maintaining a sense of devotion to you what you deem sacred. You’re able to find ways to honor your commitments without feeling overwhelmed.

Mercury stations retrograde at 9 degrees Capricorn until Jan 1. The retrograde will begin in Capricorn and remain there until Dec 23 when Mercury re-enters Sagittarius. Mercury will then backtrack through Sagittarius and station direct at 23 degrees Jan 1st. Mercury entered its pre-shadow phase Nov 25 and will exit its post-shadow phase Jan 14.

Events, information, and communication occurring between Nov 25 and today will likely be reviewed during the retrograde. Of course be on alert for missed messages, technological glitches, travel delays etc., but realize Mercury retrograde is more profound than mishaps.

Mercury retrograde helps you discover information you need to know but have missed or overlooked. This is a time to turn within and listen to your intuitive, non-rational (but just as intelligent) right-brain.

When Mercury is retrograde in Capricorn professional goals, your public image, work ethic, and traditions will be themes that will come up for reassessment. Mercury retrograde in Sagittarius will prompt you to rethink your beliefs, worldviews, politics, and religious outlook. Since Sagittarius is associated with long-distance travel and foreign relations this period could bring obstacles in those areas.

To understand the personal meaning behind this transit locate the house Mercury is transiting in your chart. The affairs of the house(s) Mercury is in will be relevant to what resurfaces and annoyances you may encounter over the next three weeks.

Sun in hard aspect to Jupiter highlights a desire for more, but caution is needed to avoid over-reaching. Balance a desire expanded influence with a realistic assessment of your capabilities.

Moon in Capricorn in easy aspect to Jupiter and Saturn (1:30pm—9:30pm ET) combines discipline and commitment with growth. Expect steady progress and opportunities for professional advancement.

Moon square Chiron at 12:45pm ET emphasizes the importance of emotional awareness. Acknowledging and understanding your feelings, even if they are uncomfortable is key to the healing process.

Moon trine Uranus at 8:00pm ET can manifest as surprises or unexpected events that uplift or excite you. Your mood may suddenly shift in a positive way.

Sun trine North Node can bring a deeper understanding of your purpose and a heightened awareness of what is essential for your growth. Pursue activities and relationships that resonate with your authentic self. Be open to leadership roles or support from important male figures.

Moon in Capricorn conjunct Pluto at 11:08am ET encourages exploration of yout shadow. This is an opportunity to confront and integrate aspects of the self that have been overlooked, denied, or suppressed.

The Moon is void starting at 11:09am until entering Aquarius at 12:56pm ET.

Mars trine Chiron at 5:54pm ET brings ease in facing and addressing personal wounds. You’re better able to confront challenges and wounds with self-confidence and courage.

Moon square Jupiter at 10:52pm ET highlights a conflict between hopefulness and the need for a more realistic assessment of your circumstances. There may be challenges related to expectations or over-enthusiasm.

Moon in Aquarius square Venus and Uranus (12:30pm—10:00pm ET) can trigger unexpected shifts or disruptions in romance or finances that are challenging to adapt to. There may also be tension between your emotional needs and your desire for excitement, freedom, and change.

Moon sextile Mars and Chiron (2:30pm-4:00pm ET). You’re more inclined to actively address and work through old wounds. Having the motivation to do something about what hurts you opens the door to heal.

Sun square Neptune at 10:43pm ET can bring confusion or lack of uncertainty regarding your identity and purpose. You may struggle to see things clearly, including yourself, others, or circumstances in your life. Be mindful of wishful thinking and the tendency to overlook red flags.

Sun trine Eris at 12:08pm ET encourages a willingness to stand out from the crowd. You may have more confidence expressing yourself authentically even if it means challenging existing structures or norms.

The Moon is void from 7:05am ET until entering Pisces at 2:59pm ET.

Venus in hard aspect to Chiron at 2:49pm ET may highlight where you struggle with inadequacy and feelings of low self-worth. You may fear being hurt in relationships or attract situations that trigger past wounds.

Moon conjunct Saturn in Pisces at 6:32pm ET brings emotional maturity but also indicates challenges expressing emotions freely. There may be a need to overcome inhibitions or self-doubt.