Storm's Weekly Breakdown for December 25, 2023 – December 31, 2023

The final week of the year brings us six major aspects (Venus trine Neptune, Mercury square Neptune, the Sun trine Jupiter, Mercury conjunct Mars, Mars square Neptune, and Venus sextile Pluto), a sign change for Venus, and Jupiter turns direct in Taurus.

We start the week with Venus forming a beautiful trine to Neptune in Pisces.

Venus trine Neptune brings a sense of creativity, spirituality, and compassion to our lives. While Venus trines Neptune up your self-care game and indulge in activities that bring you joy, and pamper yourself with a little relaxation.  But, most importantly, and especially during the holiday season, open your heart to forgiveness and practice compassion. Venus trine Neptune is also the perfect time to strengthen romantic relationships.

After an easy beginning of the week, the middle of the week brings tension and drama. Even though the Sun does trine Jupiter (ordinarily a positive aspect), it may not be enough to overcome the other planetary energies. On Wednesday, Mercury forms a tense square to Neptune. Since Mercury is still retrograde, communication issues will likely surface, and you need to pay close attention to facts and details. Later in the day, Mercury will conjoin Mars in Sagittarius. Put a watch on your tongue, because arguments may happen at a moment's notice, and tensions will be high. On Thursday, Mars tangles with Neptune, and this is a low-energy aspect. You may feel defeated by life’s circumstances, but remember to press in and press on.

This weekend, Venus moves out of Scorpio and flies up into the heavenly realms of Sagittarius. Venus in Sagittarius encourages us to broaden our horizons, learn something new, and open our hearts to new perspectives. This energy is especially useful in your relationships, which have become stale and monotonous, because you can use it to breathe life back into your relationships. On New Year’s Eve, the Moon spends most of the day in dutiful and ritualistic Virgo. Virgo energy is perfect for planning a prosperous and productive New Year. Get your intention boards ready, because you don’t want to miss your moment.

And I wish you all an amazing 2024!

Recommended Candles:  Emotional Balance (Blessed Herbal), Uncrossing (Aunt Jacki), That Bitch! (Venus – Astro Magic)