Gemini, December 2015
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Gemini

Gemini, December 2015

It will be a lovely December, so long as you're not afraid of the unknown— that planets have some surprises in store for you, Gemini.

In our monthly horoscopes, we provide a more in depth look at what's happening in the sky. You can read the rest of our monthly horoscopes here.

December opens with your ruling planet, Mercury, making some exciting and challenging connections. The first one will be easy to work with: Mercury trines Uranus on December 1. Uranus is a "level up" from Mercury; astrologers sometimes refer to it as the "higher octave" version of Mercury. Mercury rules the mind, logic, and communication, while Uranus takes those themes to the next level, ruling innovation, invention, and genius.

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Uranus is also known to be an unstable energy—whenever Uranus is involved in an astrological transit, we know that we must expect the unexpected. Uranus is a rebel, a contrarian, and the positive energy exchange it makes on December 1 with Mercury will make sharing unconventional ideas a theme for the day. Expect some exciting news and some invitations to unusual places. Uranus is in Fire sign Aries, highlighting the sector of your chart that rules your social life. Mercury is in Sagittarius, another Fire sign, where it's activating the relationship center of your chart, so this combination will also create some positive communication or inspire problem solving in your partnerships.

December 4 could be a little stressful, but sometimes a bit of pressure creates the kind of environment you need to get things done.

December 4 could be a little stressful, but sometimes a bit of pressure creates the kind of environment you need to get things done. Mercury squares Jupiter in Virgo, which will create tension in your home and in your partnerships. Jupiter is an abundant energy, but sometimes it can exaggerate or overdo. The square from Mercury, the planet of logic, will force you to reconsider boundaries and limits. Jupiter is currently in Virgo, an introverted and reflective sign, where it's highlighting the part of your chart that rules your home and safe space—you're in a phase in your life where creating a sturdy home base and finding security is extremely important. This Mercury/Jupiter square will pressure you to consider how your partnerships are aiding or impeding your mission to create a solid safe space for yourself.

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The first bit of December is very exciting around your social life, but you'll have to find balance around your home in order to make the most of the energy around you. Creating a beneficial schedule shouldn't be too difficult, especially when Venus, the planet of balance and beauty, enters psychic and creative Water sign Scorpio on December 4. Expect this transit to bring harmony to your everyday chores, your day job, and your general wellbeing. Venus is a sweet and charming energy, but Scorpio is intense, seductive, and sexy— this is definitely can be a fun combination, but it also has a serious vibe about it. You'll be slicing things off your to-do list like crazy, with the help of Scorpio's stinger. While obviously this isn't true for all Geminis in general, your sign isn't famous for being reliable. However, you are super detail oriented and smart, so when you are responsible, you fucking kill it!

Mars in Libra squares Pluto in Capricorn on December 6. This will be a special and intense time for you, Gemini, especially around romance and intimacy. Mars is the warrior of the zodiac, but it's a little bit awkward in Libra, the sign of justice and cooperation. Mars wants to fight, not to talk things out! Libra is a fellow intellectual Air sign, but under Mars's influence, its energy can be a little bitchy and uptight. Anyway: Mars will be contacting Pluto, the planet of power, on December 6, and the energy between the two will force you to create some change around your intimate relationships—even if doing so will feel uncomfortable. "Sharing" is a theme that will come up a lot. Libra vibes are all about being fair, and Pluto always wants to transform. The way money, love, creativity, or whatever you share with your partners is handled will reach some evolution today. Be careful for manipulation on this day— that's always a concern when Pluto is involved.

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The Sun trines Uranus on December 8, bringing back the electric and exciting vibe you felt on the first of the month. This is a great day to try new things. Interesting people will cross your path today as well. On December 9, your ruling planet, Mercury, changes signs, entering Capricorn. Whenever your ruling planet enters a new sign, a new vibe enters your life. Capricorn is a grounded, practical energy, very driven and success-oriented, as well as dry, sarcastic, and a bit devilish. Mercury is the planet of the mind and communication, so except your sense of humor to develop a more acerbic tone during this transit. Capricorn is also a very realistic energy— hypothetical problems will hold no interest for you; your mind will only be focused on actual issues.

Try to avoid confrontation on December 10— the energy is explosive, and arguments could flare way out of control.

Some drama in your social life will pop up with Mars in Libra (so bitchy) opposes rebel Uranus in impulsive Fire sign Aries on December 10. Try to avoid confrontation today— the energy is explosive, and arguments could flare way out of control. The next day, however, is way chiller. Sweet Venus trines dreamy Neptune on December 11, which will have a positive effect on your work, your career, and your goals. There's also a New Moon in Sagittarius on December 11, encouraging you to plant new seeds in your relationships.

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Mercury conjuncts Pluto on December 19, which will be one of the most powerful days of the month for you. Pluto rules the underworld, so your mind might be on some freaky or scary subjects. Keep yourself grounded today, and definitely find someone to talk to if you're feeling stressed. An unbiased third party will be incredibly helpful in helping you deal with any issues that pop up. If you're feeling good, however, today could be an awesome day for negotiation. Pluto is the planet of domination; with your ruling planet sitting with it, you'll be very convincing! If you need to borrow money, settle some debts, or work on your taxes, your effort won't be wasted. Discussing intimate or sexual issues is also a good way to work with the energy.

Mercury squares Uranus on December 20, pushing you to make a change or try something new in your friendships. Reconsider how much you're giving away to people—and, again, expect the unexpected. Uranus will be delivering some wild news! Venus will sextile Jupiter December 24, which will bring some pleasant vibes, especially to your home: awesome! If you need some help fixing things up or doing some chores, this will be a great day to ask.

Money and other material matters will be on your mind during the Full Moon in nurturing Cancer on December 25. This month you've been thinking so much about your relationships and the resources you share with your friends and lovers, but now it's time to focus on you and your cash flow, Gemini! Allow yourself to be a little greedy this holiday season. If you give everything away… well, you won't have anything left to give! So profound, I know. Give to yourself this Full Moon—it's the most generous thing you can do! Also on the 25th, Mercury trines Jupiter, bringing you luck and happiness around your home.

Expect any projects that faded out of view around the end of July to reenter your world on December 25.

Uranus stations direct, ending its retrograde, on December 25 as well— this is such a busy day for you! Expect any projects that faded out of view around the end of July to reenter your world. Dreams you ditched a while back may start inspiring you again, and some stagnation in your social life will also clear up.

Venus enters Sagittarius on December 30, which is majorly fab for your relationships! Sagittarius is an exciting and energetic sign, philosophical and fun. Adventure will be injected into your partnerships, and love will be given and received easily. Harmony and balance in relationships is restored! It will be a lovely December, so long as you're not afraid of the unknown— Uranus will definitely throw some curveballs your way. But, lots of love and opportunities to connect will be available, too. Sounds like a good way to end the year, Gemini!