This week we kick things off on Monday with Mercury turning retrograde in the sign of Sagittarius. We also have an exciting New Moon in Sagittarius as December begins.
Mercury retrograde in Sagittarius emphasizes the need for careful communication and planning. Sagittarius, known for its outgoing and adventurous nature, can increase tendencies toward overcommitment and impulsiveness during this time.
Expect possible misunderstandings, travel disruptions, and challenges in communicating ideas clearly. It is advisable to double-check the details, avoid hasty decisions and remain flexible, especially when it comes to travel and educational activities.
This retrograde provides an opportunity to reassess personal beliefs and long-term goals, encouraging thoughtful reflection on spontaneous action.
Shortly afterwards, on December 1, we experience the New Moon in Sagittarius. New Moons are a time when we start things and plant the seeds for what we want to grow and cultivate in our lives. It’s also the perfect time to set intentions. So ask yourself: what would you like to get into, or what trips would you like to take during this period of your life?
A New Moon in Sagittarius is specifically about what you would like to start in terms of life goals and long-term plans. You need to think about the meaning of your life, what it is that your life means to you and whether you are living a life that is in line with that. If you feel like it isn’t, don’t beat yourself up or worry about it being “too late.”
With Sagittarius, nothing is ever too late; life is about the journey, not the destination, and everything you’ve done and experienced has led you to where you are today.
It is so crucial that you have a sense of higher meaning in your life, that it is somehow connected to something bigger and bigger than you. This is so much of what spiritual practices aim to cultivate. Feeling like you are part of something bigger and beyond yourself gives you a sense of perspective, which is one of the most important things to have in life.
Sagittarius energy is all about finding the opportunities and possibilities available in a given situation. It teaches you that sometimes, even if you can’t change the circumstances yourself, you might be able to change your perspective on things, eventually allowing you to see doors where it seemed like none were there before.
So often you hear that Sagittarius is a “lucky sign,” which is quite inaccurate because it somehow portrays them as passive recipients of certain external factors. However, the reason Sagittarius is perceived as lucky is because he is so good at taking advantage of what is available in a given situation.
They focus on the silver lining and what they can get out of something, rather than focusing on the limitations and potentially negative aspects of things.
The New Moon in Sagittarius asks you to pursue practices that give your life deeper and higher meaning. Now we often have the misconception that we have to have a rigid or fixed sense of what life is all about; that’s not true. It is your decision what meaning you give to your life; in fact, it is very mutable, changeable and dynamic, just like the sign of Sagittarius.
How can you be an eternal student of life and adopt an attitude of curiosity and even excitement toward most things that come your way?
If you feel called to learn a new subject or pursue a particular field long-term, this could be a very opportune and relevant time for you to embark on a new degree program. This is Also a good time to think about traveling somewhere completely new and different.
Planetary locations during this week
- The Sun: Sagittarius (November 21, 2024 – December 21)
- Mercury: Sagittarius (November 3, 2024 – January 8, 2024)
- Venus: Capricorn (November 11, 2024 – December 7, 2024)
- Mars: Leo (November 3, 2024 – January 6, 2024)
- Jupiter: Gemini (May 25, 2024 – June 9, 2025)
- Saturn: Pisces (March 7, 2023 – May 24, 2025)
- Uranus: Taurus (until April 25, 2026)
- Neptune: Pisces (until March 30, 2025)
- Pluto: Aquarius (November 19, 2024 – March 8, 2043)
Daily astrological snapshots
Monday November 25
Sun
Archer
Moon
Libra – you might feel a stronger urge to connect with loved ones today, spend time specifically on the meaningful connections in your life today.
Astrological aspect
Mercury retrograde in Sagittarius – as always, this transit takes 3 weeks. When Mercury goes retrograde in this sign, it’s time to rethink your long-term plans and overall life philosophy.
It’s the perfect time to practice a spiritual practice or any other exercise that brings meaning to your life, especially if you feel like something is missing.
Tuesday, November 26
Sun
Archer
Moon
Libra
Astrological aspect
Moon in Libra trines Jupiter in Gemini – you may be feeling more optimistic, joyful and expansive on an emotional level today.
It is necessary to allow yourself time for fun and enjoyment, just as you do for work and more serious pursuits.
Wednesday November 27
Sun
Archer
Moon
Scorpio – it’s time to go deep within and give yourself the time and space to sit with your feelings and emotions, especially the “dark” or more difficult/painful ones.
Only by facing your wounds can you heal and process them.
Astrological aspect
Sun in Sagittarius trine Mars in Leo – you may feel an extra surge of energy and motivation today. Ride that wave and let yourself be carried away by this heightened and vibrant state of being.
Thursday, November 28
Sun
Archer
Moon
Scorpio
Astrological aspect
Moon in Scorpio trines Saturn in Pisces – this is an optimal time to get clear with yourself about your emotional needs and boundaries, both on a personal level and within your relationships.
Friday November 29
Sun
Archer
Moon
Scorpio
Astrological aspect
Moon in Scorpio opposite Uranus in Taurus – the energy is a bit chaotic today; you may feel all over the place, both literally and figuratively.
You may experience sudden, unexpected changes. If you’re stuck in an emotional rut, let these changes affect you internally.
Saturday November 30
Sun
Archer
Moon
Sagittarius – the energy is lighter, funnier and happier today! It is very important that you nurture your ability to enjoy yourself and learn to find pleasure and joy in the things you pursue in your life.
Astrological aspect
Moon in Sagittarius Trine Mars in Leo – this is a great day to practice expressing your feelings and emotions clearly and straightforwardly. We often confuse directness with aggression, and that is very incorrect.
In reality, we often become aggressive because we are not honest about things.
Sunday December 1st
Sun
Archer
Moon
Archer
Astrological aspect
New Moon in Sagittarius conjunct Mercury – this is a time ripe for planting seeds for future goals and long-term plans for your life. What do you want to pursue? What turns you on? What imbues your life with meaning, joy and fun?
These are all very important questions to think about and reflect on today. Make an active effort to pursue the things that give you that experience.
Then join astrologer Terence Guardino for this week video astrology prediction.
