General Daily Insight for December 22, 2023
Our best intentions aren't always enough. The Moon in Taurus is embarking on a day of positive angles, beginning with a trine to Mercury followed by a sextile to Saturn, so our thoughts can be put to very productive use. Luna also conjoins lucky Jupiter, increasing our can-do spirit, but it may be all for naught as the Sun in Capricorn enables Mercury Retrograde at 1:54 pm EST, making progress difficult and confusion only too easy. We should avoid taking on too much.
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Aries
March 21-April 19
Your best efforts may not suffice at the moment. The Sun and Mercury are conjoining in your 10th House of Professional Goals, but the problem is that Mercury is retrograde, causing confusion and chaos everywhere you turn -- especially when it comes to career matters. Wires could get crossed at the office during this time, so avoid embarking on new work projects or you may get overwhelmed by everything going on. Focus on wrapping things up, rather than starting something unfamiliar.
Taurus
April 20-May 20
The world is bigger than you realize -- and perhaps more daunting, too. You may be very aware of your boundaries as the Sun and Mercury align in your 9th House of Development. This would normally be a great moment to embark on an adventure, but Mercury Retrograde is going to make it difficult to get in the right gear. Every attempted beginning could putter out before you have time to pick up speed, so save your flights of fancy for another day.
Gemini
May 21-June 20
Standing your ground isn't for the faint-hearted. Today could feel peculiarly extreme as the Sun and your ruler Mercury align at the same degree of your all-or-nothing 8th house. You may be asked to jump through quite a few hoops, but whether it is worth it or not is another matter entirely. Even if you feel stretched and worn out, not wanting to deal with people, remember that getting these things over with now means you'll be free of them in the future.
Cancer
June 21-July 22
Misunderstandings are the order of the day, but that doesn't mean you can't avoid them if you try. The Sun and Mercury are conjoining in your 7th House of Interactions with Others, so important people are highlighted. On the other hand, with Mercury's silver tongue turned around by retrograde, it will be easy for essential messages to get lost in translation. Don't make any assumptions about another person's feelings, because what you think you know could be wildly different from their own perceived reality.
Leo
July 23-August 22
Roadblocks are popping up everywhere you turn. This conflicting energy is thanks to the Sun and Mercury conjoining in your 6th House of Effective Routines, which gets caught in a tangle with Mercury Retrograde. This being the case, you're in danger of spinning your wheels instead of acting as your most productive self. Take heart and don't feel too discouraged if you don't have a lot to show for your efforts. It will be better to conserve your energy for another time.
Virgo
August 23-September 22
The spotlight is not your friend at a time like this. Mercury Retrograde casts a shadow over the usually joyful conjunction of the energetic Sun and witty Mercury in your creative 5th house, so you could wind up doing or saying the wrong thing when all eyes are planted firmly on you. Instead of putting yourself where everyone can see, it would be wiser to rehearse your lines away from prying eyes. Hold off on any big debuts for another time.
Libra
September 23-October 22
Your home can't always be a peaceful oasis. It might feel especially hectic today as the Sun and Mercury come together at the same degree in your domestic 4th house. While this would normally be nothing to worry about, Mercury is moving retrograde, which could create some miscommunication between you and a family member or roommate. It may also result in some household appliances going on the fritz or requiring sudden repairs. Use your preferred method of cleansing your space to remove any negative energies.
Scorpio
October 23-November 21
First impressions are probably incorrect at present. Socializing with pals is definitely encouraged as the Sun and Mercury conjoin in your 3rd House of Communications, but with Mercury dizzily spinning retrograde, you could find that every conversation takes a negative turn. You simply can't seem to get your point across! This is not a good day for important negotiations or other contractual matters, so avoid engaging in any serious topics. Conversations such as those should go better once Mercury turns direct.
Sagittarius
November 22-December 21
A deal that seems too good to be true is probably just that. You've got the urge to splurge as the Sun and Mercury conjoin in your 2nd House of Material Security, so a bit of window shopping may indeed be called for. That said, don't hand over your hard-earned money yet! With Mercury currently retrograde, you'll probably wind up unsatisfied with your purchase -- or, even more galling, it could go on sale soon for much cheaper. Holding off should save quite a bit.
Capricorn
December 22-January 19
Feeling like yourself isn't presently straightforward. It could be especially difficult as the fiery Sun and muddy Mercury Retrograde come together in your own 1st House of Action, making it especially difficult for you to feel authentically yourself. Don't be surprised if you keep saying the wrong thing, or feel as though your words aren't hitting the proper mark. With Mercury moving backward in your sign, it's only too easy for you to feel out of sorts. Be extra patient with yourself.
Aquarius
January 20-February 18
Your mind is racing into unseen places. There is a special conjunction between the Sun and Mercury in your subconscious sector, but because Mercury is retrograde, this alignment could really throw off your vibe. Your emotions may ping from one end of the spectrum to another, or your intuition may be blaring like a siren, but either way, you can't quite figure out why. Do your best to find moments of peace and rest throughout the day, because your nerves may require it.
Pisces
February 19-March 20
No one seems to be on the same page. The Sun and Mercury are conjoining in your 11th House of Social Networks, which would typically set up a wonderful day to circulate with friends. Their efforts get stymied by Mercury Retrograde, making things far less simple to manage -- whether people simply want to do their own thing or actively pick fights with one another, it seems that getting along is going to be too much to ask. Keeping to yourself should go more smoothly.