Mercury spends most of December in practical Capricorn (from the 5th on). This gives you a chance to test your theories and plans to see how they work in real life. Note especially any challenges that come the week of the 6th; they could give you valuable information for the future.

Meanwhile, Venus spends most of the month in Sagittarius (until Christmas). This gives you a great opportunity to see old friends, contact people near and far, and generally renew your connections with your favorite folks. This influence also inclines you to be generous with your gifts to others. The week of the 13th could see you experiencing some conflict between generous impulses and your unstable financial situation. Try balancing the two energies by giving inexpensive gifts or giving something hand-crafted that reflects your spirit.

After Christmas, you’ll need to get away by yourself for awhile. Getting outside if possible and enjoying nature (rugged, wintery nature if you live in the Northern Hemisphere) could refresh both body and soul.

At the very end of the month, there’s a lunar eclipse in the sign of Cancer. This sign represents your solar house of employment and health. If you’ve been struggling with a health problem, now’s the time when you may finally hit upon a reasonable solution to it. If you’ve been looking for a job, you may find one. If you’re in a job that’s ill-suited to you, it may come to an end.