On Fri., Dec. 21, 2018 at 2:23 PM PST, the Winter Solstice occurs in the Northern Hemisphere. During the Winter Solstice, the North Pole is at its furthest distance from the sun, and the sun is at its lowest point in the sky. It is both the shortest day and the longest night of the year.
The word solstice comes from the Latin sol (sun) and sistere (to stand still). At the solstices, the sun’s movements as seen from earth seem to come to a stop before reversing direction. The darkening days then give way to a time of increasing light and warmth, greater energy and vitality, and a renewal of our spirit and aspirations.
The solstice was a significant event in the calendar cycle even during Neolithic times. The axes of Neolithic and Bronze Age archaeological sites such as Stonehenge in England and Newgrange in Ireland have been precisely aligned to point toward the winter solstice sunrise (Newgrange) and the winter solstice sunset (Stonehenge). These ancient cultures quantified and celebrated the rebirth of the sun..
Scorpio Oct. 23-Nov. 22 The moon illuminates your 2nd house of resources on the 7th. Now would be a good time to explore further education and development of new skills. Mars races into your 6th house of health on the 31st. This alignment can assist you in working effectively. Roll your sleeves up and get cracking!
Sagittarius Nov. 23-Dec. 21 Mercury is in a favorable alignment with your ruling planet Jupiter on the 21st. You seem protected by divine providence! On the 13th the moon is in your 7th house of partnerships, sowing the seeds of a new relationship.
Capricorn Dec. 22-Jan. 20 Mars enters your 3rd house of communications. Interactions are lively, presenting an ideal opportunity to work on intellectual projects with more energy and enthusiasm! Venus harmonizes with your ruling planet Saturn on the 25th. This helps you to influence those in authority. You receive some long overdue encouragement from a significant colleague.
Aquarius Jan. 21-Feb. 19 The sun forms a beneficial configuration with your ruling planet Uranus on the 6th. Your spirit yearns for fresh new experiences! On the 7th the moon is in your 11th house of community, giving you an occasion to obtain a better sense of companionship.
Pisces Feb. 20-March 20 On the 7th the Moon enters your 10th house of community. You can get your ideas across effortlessly. Others are amazed with your ability to scale creative heights and come in under budget! The sun enters into a beneficial configuration with your ruling planet Neptune on the 23rd. You feel a strong sense of compassion for others.
Aries March 21-April 20 On the 17th your ruling planet Mars harmonizes with Pluto. The need to accomplish goals for the betterment of your life is powerful under this influence. Venus enters your 8th house of shared resources on the 2nd, imparting a pleasurable sense of camaraderie and graciousness to all your social activities.
Taurus April 21-May 21 Your ruling planet Venus forms a beneficial alignment with Jupiter on the 14th. This indicates an ideal opportunity to ask for a raise or promotion. Your energy and effort is rewarded. On the 22th the moon is in your 3rd house of communication. The emotional need under this influence is for development and evolution.
Gemini May 22-June 20 On the 26th your ruling planet mental Mercury is in a positive configuration with Neptune. Being romantic feels healthy and sustaining. Mars enters your 10th house of career on the 19th. You are resolute in your determination to receive accolades for a job well done. It is possible your ambitions could be at odds with the powers that be. Extra care should be taken to avoid these obstacles.
Cancer June 21-July 21 Your ruling planet the moon lights up your 1st house of self on the 22nd. Take time for reflection. You are ready to begin a new cycle. On the 21st the sun enters your 7th house of partnerships. A new page is turned in your relationship life. You want to take it to the next stage or lessen your obligations.
Leo July 22-Aug. 22 On the 10th your ruling planet the sun teams up with Saturn. Rededicating yourself to old aspirations and bearing obligations could support your need for order and stability in your life. Venus enters your 4th house of family on the 2nd. Reconsider your beliefs regarding relatives and stay open to visions that clarify how a family can truly aid you.
Virgo Aug. 23-Sept. 22 Your ruling planet Mercury enters your 4th house of family on the 2nd. Your thoughts spotlight on all things entertaining and enjoyable! On the 1st Mercury harmonizes with Venus. Sensitivity and creativity are emphasized during this alignment. Go confidently in the direction of your dreams!
Libra Sept. 23-Oct. 22 On the 21st the sun enters your 4th house of home and family. Spending time with family will bring contentment. For the next four weeks family exchanges feel beneficial and illuminating. Your ruling planet Venus forms an advantageous configuration with Jupiter on the 25th. Sociability and cheerfulness characterize this alignment. You are generous and your emotions are expansive.
The winter solstice suggests a point in time of respite before journeying down new paths. Stillness, introspection and intimacy are also some of the themes of this period. Release the past and make harmonizes with Venus. Sensitivity and creativity are emphasized during this alignment. Go confidently in the direction of your dreams!