December 2012 horoscope - Leo

I follow the sidereal calendar; this is the monthly solar horoscope for birthdays from 16th August to 15th September or Leo Ascendants and Moons

By Louise Gilbert

Leo, the solar eclipse last month close to the cusp of your solar 4th house could have brought about changes that affected your foundations, home environment and living situation, for some, it also could have affected your mother or the relationship with her. The full Moon on the 28th November would have a lot of things in this area to light, all the information was a available to you then and for you Leo, it may have been quite an emotional time. Eclipses are felt up to three months before the eclipse takes place and actually governs all transits in this timeframe. So it may be that you have been reviewing your living situation since August. I feel that this eclipse was a bit more impactful than simply bringing about a home renovation project although this could have been part of it or is yet to come as December brings along a packed 4th house, especially mid-month.

As we enter December, you may be feeling quite withdrawn during the first few days with planets in all your private houses – the Moon in the 12th house of behind the scenes activities, the Sun in the 4th house and Uranus in your 8th house of secrets and transformation. However, all those planets are getting on really well with each other so you may be a lore more intuitive during this time, think about the past a bit more than usual and you’ll enjoy spending time at home. Planning Christmas, the dinner menu and wrapping presents for your loved ones may be what you enjoy most for those first few days in December.

From the 6th, more planets then start gathering in your 4th house. Mercury moves there first followed by Venus on the 11th. Your mind and what you talk about is now connected to your home life and if you have been trying to sell a house or seal the deal on a new one, this may well be time to do so. Things are progressing swiftly in December after all the excitement we saw in November and in particular after the new Moon on 13th, the day Uranus is also resuming forward motion again. The new Moon in your 4th house is a new beginning and a new opportunity. If you have been waiting for a loan or similar, then your luck could suddenly change and funds could come your way or if you have been waiting for news, this could finally come through. The ruler of your 4th house is Mars and in December is exalted in Capricorn so any changes that are happening at the bottom of your chart, i.e. your innermost life and where you live, should be positive ones. Mars is a ‘good’ planet for Leos as it not only rules your solar 4th house but also your solar 9th house of luck, too.

For those with their Moons in Leo, this month should be quit emotional but quite satisfying with it.

In Indian astrology, this December 2012 new Moon falls in your solar 4th house in the nakshatra of Jyestha (the chart is divided into 27 sections or nakshatras). This nakshatra is said to be an independent one and where we have to do things by ourselves. In this nakshatra, we can’t rely on others but have to take the position of leader. This position could mean that you want to feel more independent or not relying on other people too much helps you more at this moment in time. Scorpio is a slightly aggressive but very secretive sign so make sure you keep all channels open and don’t blow anything out of proportion. In the 4th house, make sure you keep the channels of communication open and emotions don’t boil over under the Christmas tree.

However, the new Moon as well as all other planets transiting the 4th house, squares Neptune in your 7th house of partnerships. If your emotional state fluctuates because of someone else’s non-committal behaviour or if you are unsure about another person, try and take a step back and take your time until you see things clearly again. Neptune can cloud our vision so be sure of your action and consequences before you commit yourself. But as all transits, this one also brings with it the opportunity for a lot of romance and creativity. Neptune is also one of the planets that helps increase your intuition- follow it wisely when choosing a potential mate.

Romance is another focus for December and has been for some time with Pluto in your 5th house of true love. Mars is there until the 18th helping you to get out there and actively look for someone if that’s what you want now. Together with Pluto, the connection may be magnetic and deeply transformative. The Sun moves into the 5th house on 15th and Mercury follows on 28th putting you in the mood for a good party to ring out a challenging year. Romance is on your mind and you may well end the year with someone new on your arm. Not only will the energy  shift mid-month and you’ll feel a lot more social, the full Moon on 28th December shines its light across your 5th and 11th house axis almost pushing you onto the dance floor and putting you into the spotlight. This focus on romance and committed relationships continues through to March 2013 so although you may not feel it at the beginning of December, the month brings you all the opportunities and the necessary drive to start afresh in your love life.

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