Innehållsförteckning för December 2018 från Horoscope Guide

⋆ ARIES: Offers and opportunities…school days…persistent efforts…party time. ⋆ TAURUS: Time for love… ask for help…eyes on the prize… celebrate completion. ⋆ GEMINI: Healing the rift… completion…gift-giving…holiday message. ⋆ CANCER: Time out…looking good…job expansion…party time. ⋆ LEO: Family first…last-minute shopping…altruistic activities… harmony prevails. ⋆ VIRGO: Play mediator…open communication…old friends… business venture. ⋆ LIBRA: Feeling flush…holiday events…persistent efforts…new year coming. ⋆ SCORPIO: Job performance …event planning…heartfelt giving …party away. ⋆ SAGITTARIUS: Changing times…foreign connection…travel wish list…year’s end. ⋆ CAPRICORN: Friends to the end…blast from the past…hanging out…family ties. ⋆ AQUARIUS:Group activities… expand your interests…stay in shape…happy new year. ⋆ PISCES: Work change…skill improvement…dance all night… ancestral roots.…

Many years ago when I began my study of astrology, my first teacher advised me never to forecast if and when a woman would be able to conceive a child. He felt that practicing any form of birth control, including abstinence, alters the natural cycles and rhythms upon which astrology is based. As I established my consulting practice, I always remembered those words of wisdom, and yet I had to find a way to address the issue of fertility cycles. After all, conceiving a child is a primary concern of many female clients who will either get pregnant naturally, adopt a child, or undergo in vitro fertilization (IVF) treatments to conceive. These are some of the issues that Nicola Smuts-Allsop addresses in her well-written, well-researched, and innovative book Fertility Astrology: A…

Mercury is retrograde in Scorpio. Uranus is retrograde in Aries. Saturday, December 1 6:11 a.m. Mercury enters Scorpio. Sex, money or hidden desires may be on your mind. 9:48 a.m. Moon enters Libra. Harmony and relationships are emphasized this weekend. a 11:44 p.m. Moon square Saturn. You can’t always have what you want. SUNDAY, December 2 f 3:30 a.m. Sun sextile Moon. You are comfortable with the opposite sex. 11:55 a.m. Venus enters Scorpio. Lovers tend to be intense. a 7:34 p.m. Sun square Mars. Impatience can cause mishaps. a 8:29 p.m. Moon square Pluto. Don’t make demands now. Monday, December 3 a 1:15 p.m. Moon opposite Uranus. Moods can change without warning. 2:55 p.m. Moon enters Scorpio. Strong feelings and hidden desires affect behavior. 4:05 p.m. Moon conjunct Venus.…

This month we return to the story of 19th-century business partners and ultra-millionaires Andrew Carnegie and Henry Clay Frick, the two men who created an empire built on coal and steel that lasted long after their deaths in the early 20th century. Frick’s specialty was producing the material used to fire the blast furnaces that are essential to steel production, and Carnegie’s specialty was steel production itself. These men were prime examples of the American industrial entrepreneur of that time, and thus we would expect to see many similarities between the two, both astrologically and psychologically. Their personal aim was great wealth, they were self-starters, and tough, no-nonsense businessmen who understood the “art of the deal” (the real version, that is) and how to squeeze the greatest amount of profit…

Sagittarius Celebrity Puzzle 1 Christopher Plummer: December 13, 1929 Loop the words in the list below that appear entirely in capital letters. The LONG, DISTINGUISHED CAREER of CANADIAN actor CHRISTOPHER PLUMMER BEGAN after he DECIDED AGAINST a career as a CONCERT PIANIST. His BROADWAY DEBUT in 1954 was with EVA LE GALLIENNE. His FIRST TONY was for the TITLE ROLE of the MUSICAL “CYRANO,” and his SECOND was for “BARRYMORE.” His FILMS INCLUDE “The SOUND of Music,” “STAR TREK VI,” and “A BEAUTIFUL MIND.” HIS OSCAR in 2012 AT AGE 82, FOR HIS role AS HAL in “BEGINNERS,” MADE HIM the OLDEST ACTOR TO WIN an ACADEMY Award. Celebrity Puzzle 1 Sagittarius Celebrity Puzzle 2 Taylor Swift: December 13, 1989 Loop the words in the list below that appear entirely…

There’s no need to downplay the fact that the major factor in your year ahead is Jupiter in your sign, as it is there when your forecast year begins on the 1st of December, and it doesn’t leave until two days after your next forecast year begins. Jupiter is of course mainly helpful as long as you manage to avoid the problems it can bring through an excess of either self-indulgence or overconfidence. What it does for you mainly comes through an inner confidence that puts you right in the spotlight, whether you seek it out or not. A foil to this, and a good one at that, is the presence of Saturn and Pluto very close together in your solar 2nd house, bringing a kind of restraint to your…

YOUR DECEMBER GUIDE 1st-8th: Offers and opportunities. You may receive a surprise end-of-the-year bonus or salary increase, Aries. On the 6th, Mercury stations direct in your solar 8th, which may bring financial offers and investment opportunities that you can look into and act upon in the new year. That could even include an exciting business venture with a close friend. 9th-16th: School days. With Mercury moving into your solar 9th, on the 12th, you may find yourself seriously considering a trip abroad, or signing up for a course in the upcoming spring semester. Going back to school may even be on your wish list at this point, so grab time in between your various holiday activities to check out all the offerings that interest you. 17th-23rd: Persistent efforts. With the…

YOUR DECEMBER GUIDE 1st-8th: Time out. You may get carried away trying to get your house in perfect order in time for the holidays, Cancer. On the 2nd, Venus enters your enjoyment sector (solar 5th), so give yourself a needed break and get tickets to a sporting event, concert, or theatrical performance where you can sit back and enjoy other people’s hard work and dedication. 9th-16th: Looking good. Mercury enters your solar 6th on the 12th, so adapt a healthier lifestyle then, beginning with three solid meals each day, and perhaps a regular trip to the gym. Keep thinking about that great outfit or two you want to fit into for the holidays, and you should have no problem keeping to your new routine. Your family will help you with…

YOUR DECEMBER GUIDE 1st-8th: Feeling flush. This is the best time of year to feel financially secure, Libra. On the 6th, Mercury moves direct in your solar 2nd, so your budgeting over the last year certainly paid off in time for the holidays. You can afford to be a bit generous when it comes to hosting an event, purchasing special gifts, or donating to a charitable cause of your choosing. 9th-16th: Holiday events. With Mercury entering your solar 3rd on the 12th, remember to take a deep breath since you may be invited to several holiday functions that are taking place at the same time. If you pace yourself, you may be able to attend all of them, and if not, try to go to a networking event where you…

YOUR DECEMBER GUIDE 1st-8th: Changing times. You may feel as if you are in a rut, but your situation is about to change, Sagittarius. With the New Moon falling in your sign on the 7th, you can begin to make plans to alter your current situation in the new year. This can include changing your home environment, or the direction of your career. Envision how you want to live, and the rest will fall into place. 9th-16th: Foreign connection. Mercury moves into your sign on the 12th, bringing with it a desire to travel and explore different cultures. You may also decide to study a foreign language or learn to cook international cuisine as preparation for going abroad. Take time to research all possibilities and once the holidays are over,…

YOUR DECEMBER GUIDE 1st-8th: Group activities. You may find yourself interested in joining a new social group or charitable organization, Aquarius. On the 7th, the New Moon occurs in your solar 11th, so several kinds of group activities may interest you at that time. This could range from a book club to a yoga class to a volunteer organization where you spare some time to help others. 9th-16th: Expand your interests. On the 12th, Mercury enters your social sector (solar 11th), so you will be more motivated than ever to participate regularly in that group you attended last week. It is time to expand your interests and circle of friends. Exploring more group activities is a perfect way to accomplish this. Try to continue during and after the holiday season.…

This month, a rare aspect promises to give an extra boost of good feeling to the holiday, as the North Node of the Moon trines Chiron. The North Node (the point where the Moon crosses the zodiac from South to North latitude) has been a part of astrology since Babylonian times, and Chiron is a “centaur,” a minor planet that many astrologers speak of as a healer. The article on page 32 will tell you exactly what the combination of the two means, how it will affect us, and why we should celebrate its all-too-brief visit. Our second feature article, “The Joy, the Challenge, the Love,’ on page 38, gives an interesting perspective on the parent-child relationship, showing the role astrology plays by giving us key examples from some well-known…

According to the principles of numerology, the year 2018 reduces to 2 (2+0+1+8=11=2), a number that lends itself to reflecting on the goals that you have set for yourself, and how you want to go about making them happen. Even if you have been wildly successful, life is about opening yourself up to new challenges and moving in new directions. Surround yourself with people who believe in you so that you can manifest your hopes and dreams. We add the number for the current year to the month number (January is 1, December is 1+2=3) to your own birthday number (1st=1, 31st=3+1=4) to calculate your vibration for the month. FOR THOSE BORN ON THE 1st, 10th, 19th, and 28th of any month Venus-6 vibrations help you to set aside time…

ARIES ⋆LOVE: First Week. December’s chilly air matches your reactions to Cupid’s come-ons. Paddling your own canoe is preferable to disappointment. Second Week. Mercury enters Sagittarius on the 12th, inclining you to flirt with people from cultures and backgrounds different than your own. Third Week. On the 16th Venus sextiles Saturn in Capricorn, limiting love, but reasonably. Fourth Week. The transiting Moon in Leo on the 24th and 25th helps you celebrate good times; live it up in style. ⋆MONEY: On the 2nd, Venus enters Scorpio, your house of taxes, insurance, financial settlements, shared resources, credit, and debts (the 8th). These issues come into sharp focus and are sorted out amicably and, on the 16th, when Venus sextiles Saturn in Capricorn, a long-term savings plan enters the picture. Venus sextiles Pluto…

On these two pages you will find the basic planting rules for the month of December, derived from ancient traditions. Even if you’ve never planted by the Moon, these rules are easy to apply. All it takes to raise a good “crop” (or tend to your house plants) is to have a little knowledge of lunar lore, and to give your plants the care they deserve! 1st from 9:48 a.m. through 3rd to 2:55 p.m. Last Quarter, Libra. Fair for harvesting hay, etc.; good for fruit, root crops. Plant perennials for beauty. 3rd from 2:55 p.m. through 5th to 9:49 p.m. Last Quarter, Scorpio. Good for perennial, biennial, bulbs, root separations, cuttings. 5th from 9:49 p.m. through 7th to 2:20 a.m. Last Quarter, Sagittarius. Good for harvesting hay, etc.; fair…

Homeopathic Astrology I felt tempted, I admit, to write this month’s column on the transiting Sun. After all, we in the Northern Hemisphere find ourselves in the darkest part of the year, and couldn’t we use a ray or two from Old Sol to brighten up our days and our attitudes? That seemed reasonable until I thought of the many benefits of homeopathic medicine, which induced me to go with yet more darkness by looking at the two rulers of Scorpio, which is often considered a dark sign: Mars and Pluto, with the former as a transiting planet and the latter as a natal planet. Homeopathy (homeo- meaning “same,” and -pathy meaning “feeling, emotion”) involves treatment based on the notion that like cures like. That is, a cure comes from…

YOUR DECEMBER GUIDE 1st-8th: Time for love. Even though this month may be frenetic, try to sneak away with your significant other, Taurus. On the 2nd, Venus enters your solar 7th, so this week may be the only time when you will be able to have a romantic one-on-one with someone you love. If you are single, reserve an evening for close friends who may get lost in the shuffle as the holidays approach. 9th-16th: Ask for help. Venus forms a sextile to Saturn in your solar 9th on the 16th, so sharing responsibilities will ease the stress of this holiday season. Don’t hesitate to ask colleagues to assist in completing work projects due before the end of the year. In the meantime, be sure to set aside extra time…

YOUR DECEMBER GUIDE 1st-8th: Family first. This month is all about spending quality time with family before the holidays take over, Leo. With Venus entering your home sector (solar 4th) on the 2nd, followed by Mercury stationing direct there on the 6th, you may have to put in extra effort to persuade family members to visit over the holidays. Although this is last-minute, it can’t hurt to ask. 9th-16th: Last-minute shopping. You may hit a roadblock with a few out-of-town relatives who cannot make the trip to visit you over the holidays. On the 16th, Venus in your solar 4th forms a sextile to Saturn in your solar 6th, so be patient and think about planning a family reunion in the new year. In the meantime, make sure you have…

YOUR DECEMBER GUIDE 1st-8th: Job performance. You have never felt as empowered as you do this week, Scorpio. With Venus entering your sign on the 2nd, and Mercury stationing direct there on the 6th, you will be able to make a dynamic impression on people you work with who can make the difference when considering your job performance and possible promotion. 9th-16th: Event planning. Venus in your sign forms a sextile to Saturn in your solar 3rd on the 16th, so be prepared for a week of holiday parties, networking events, and going out to dinner with your significant others and close friends. Over the next two weeks you will be immersed in family responsibilities and festivities so take advantage of having fun. 17th-23rd: Heartfelt giving. With the Sun in…

YOUR DECEMBER GUIDE 1st-8th: Friends to the end. Friends come through for you this week, Capricorn. You may just need someone with whom you can laugh, and be yourself. With Mercury stationing direct in your solar 11th on the 6th, you know how much you value those close to you, especially those friends with whom you have shared all your ups and downs. Enjoy your time together. 9th-16th: Blast from the past. Venus in your solar 11th forms a sextile with Saturn in your sign on the 16th, so you may be able to contact an old friend you have been trying to track down for the longest time. Connecting with someone you always cared about may just be the best holiday present you receive. Keep up the connection in…

YOUR DECEMBER GUIDE 1st-8th: Work change. Career prospects may become clear to you now, Pisces. On the 7th, the New Moon falling in your solar 10th brings an opportunity to network with colleagues who may know of job openings for which you qualify. If none of those seem right for you, don’t hesitate to go out job-hunting on your own. You cannot lose by putting out feelers. 9th-16th: Skill improvement. On the 12th Mercury joins the Sun and Jupiter in your solar 10th, so you may have begun to find what you’ve been looking for. Consider registering for a course to improve your skills or learn new ones. If it has been a while since you found your job challenging, a little learning may give you futher motivation to look…

1 Dynamic, colorful, irrepressible. You are ready to try something new, but understand all the details before you sign a contract. Focus on meeting obligations and taking care of your health. Ruling planet: Sun. Gem: Diamond. (Bette Midler, singer) 2 Intense, passionate, innovative. Make this a year of intellectual exploration. Go to plays, concerts, movies, workshops. Exchange ideas with wise people. Women may be especially important now. Ruling planet: Moon. Gem: Pearl. (Gianni Versace, designer) 3 Committed, driven, intense. You’re unstoppable when you set your sights on a specific goal. A relationship requires special sensitivity: don’t take friends for granted. Avoid excesses. Ruling planet: Jupiter. Gem: Amethyst. (Ferlin Husky, singer) 4 Disciplined, friendly, spunky. You can make progress after you decide whether an awkward alliance is worth the effort. Take…

December begins on a positive note with the Sun and Jupiter both in expansive Sagittarius, an excellent placement for the holiday season. A few days later, on December 5, the Moon enters that same sign, encouraging you to be optimistic about the future. The New Moon on the 7th in Sagittarius gives you extra energy to really enjoy the festive season. The 24th and 25th are likely to bring happy times with your close friends and dear ones, as the Moon is in warmhearted Leo, an excellent sign for socializing. When this month opens, Mercury is retrograde in Scorpio. If you plan to travel during this month or the next, you can finalize your plans early in December, but then wait until Mercury resumes direct motion on the 6th to…

All positions are for Midnight EST. The longitudes table indicates each planet’s daily position in the signs. The declinations table shows each planet’s placement north or south of the celestial equator. “R” in a planet’s listing in the longitude table indicates that it begins retrograde motion on that date, or may indicate retrograde status at the beginning of the month. “D” means that the planet has resumed its forward (direct) motion in the signs. Exact times for all of these phenomena are given in the Hourly Guide and in the Planning Calendar on the pages following this one.…

YOUR DECEMBER GUIDE 1st-8th: Healing the rift. Repairing a recent rift with a close friend or family member is front and center this week, Gemini. On the 7th, the New Moon in your partnership sector (solar 7th) paves the way for you to heal personal and professional relationships. Given that this is the holiday season, extending an olive branch will be easy for you to do and most appreciated. 9th-16th: Completion. Continue to get your relationships in order so that there are no loose ends by the time the holidays are in full gear. Mercury enters your solar 7th on the 12th, so arrange a romantic date night before the holidays prevent you from having any alone time with your partner. If unattached, go out with friends for a raucous…

YOUR DECEMBER GUIDE 1st-8th: Play mediator. Remember to take a few deep breaths now and then since stress levels are extra high this time of year, Virgo. On the 2nd, the Sun in your solar 4th forms a square to Mars in your solar 7th, signaling a possible difference of opinion between a family member and your significant other. Be prepared to play mediator, as you’re the best one to do it. 9th-16th: Open communication. Mercury moves into your solar 4th on the 12th, so work on opening new lines of communication between that family member and your partner. By the time the holidays arrive, they can put the past behind them and start fresh. This will ensure that family members can unite and enjoy each other’s company despite their…