Astrology of the Week Ahead: December 2nd–8th

Hey, everyone. This is Adam Elenbaas from Nightlight Astrology. Happy Monday, everybody! Today, we're going to take a look at the astrology for the week ahead, from today, December 2, until Sunday, December 8. We’ll preview all the major transits of the week and hopefully give you some insights and ideas for how to prepare for them. I’ll also be telling you a little bit more about the content we have planned for the week, so you’ll know which transits we'll be covering in more detail as the week progresses. That’s our goal for today.

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You can find transcripts of all of these daily talks on our website, NightlightAstrology.com. A couple of things I want to point out today: one is that we have a new series of live events coming up here in Minneapolis. If you head over to the website and click on the Events page, you'll see the In-Person Events section. We're having a Winter Solstice Gathering in Minneapolis on December 21 from 6:00 to 8:30 PM. It's free, and you can RSVP on the website to let us know you're coming, so we can plan for how much tea and snacks to bring. We'll be getting together to do some movement, meditation, and hangout time around the solstice—basically making a nice ritual out of the event. If you're in the Twin Cities area and would like to attend, head over to the website, NightlightAstrology.com. Again, it’s free—just click on the Events page, go to In-Person Events, and you'll find the RSVP and details there. I hope to see some of you there!

I’m really excited for this because it’s been a long time since we had our yoga studio, and we did regular in-person events like yoga classes. We’re kind of starting something new here, and I’m hoping we’ll get to meet some of the community in person around the solstice.

Another thing I want to mention is that we’re in the midst of our 11th annual Kickstarter campaign for the last days of the year. We’re trying to rally the support of 19,137 backers. We’re already several hundred into our goal, but we still have a long way to go, and we really need your support to reach it.

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Today, I want to mention that there is a very clear intention on my part about the tone I take as a creator with respect to astrological reporting. Whenever I’m explaining a transit, I try to strike a balance between being honest but encouraging. I want you to know that I’m always conscious of presenting the information in a way that gives you an honest assessment of what any given transit or aspect is like while also offering encouragement.

I don’t try to bypass difficult aspects or make everything seem "pretty" when some transits or aspects can be challenging. However, I always try to frame these challenges in a way that is still constructive and encouraging. I aim to avoid using fear-based language or apocalyptic thinking and instead offer ways to navigate tough moments with hope and understanding. If this resonates with you and you value the way I present astrology, I hope you’ll consider supporting the channel.

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Now, with all that said, let’s turn our attention to the real-time clock, where we’ll look at the week ahead.

Today, December 2, we’re starting the week with Venus trining Uranus. This is a nice trine between Venus in Capricorn and Uranus in Taurus. When Venus and Uranus cooperate in a smooth trine like this, there can be advantages to thinking creatively, especially around love, sex, creativity, or social dynamics. It’s a great time for innovation or breaking out of the usual routine in relationships or in your creative life.

Venus in Capricorn is in a position to harmonize with Uranus in Taurus, which often brings about a playful and rebellious energy around relationships or aesthetics. This trine might inspire you to break rules or do something unconventional in the realms of love, creativity, or sensuality. It’s a fun, lighthearted energy that makes it easier to embrace change without the usual fear or tension that can come with more challenging aspects.

It’s interesting that this trine happens just before Venus conjoins Pluto at the end of the week. It suggests that whatever creative or rebellious energy comes from this trine might set the stage for deeper, more transformative experiences later in the week. Venus will move from this playful, innovative vibe into a much more intense and profound connection with Pluto, which could signify a deeper shift in your relationships or creative life.

So, overall, keep an eye on Venusian matters this week—love, sex, creativity, and relationships—because there are some big shifts coming as the week progresses.

Let’s fast forward a little bit to the middle of the week. On Wednesday, December 4, we’ll experience the Mercury retrograde opposition to Jupiter. This is a significant transit, and I have some content planned around it because it’s a big deal. The opposition is in mutual reception by detriment, which adds complexity. These two planets are working on finding a common ground, despite having somewhat different agendas.

There’s an energy here of deconstructing and rethinking ideas—mentally, philosophically, and in terms of communication. It’s a good time for reflection and intellectual exploration, but there may also be a sense of pushing against limitations or revisiting old ideas. This opposition, combined with Mercury’s retrograde, suggests that we might be reconsidering certain beliefs or thoughts that we’ve previously taken for granted.

Also, on Wednesday, the Sun will square Saturn. This combination often brings a feeling of limitation or obstacle, but in this case, the Sun is in the superior position, meaning it can help overcome the heaviness that Saturn may bring. The Sun in Sagittarius is buoyant, optimistic, and freedom-loving, while Saturn in Pisces can bring a sense of emotional heaviness, duty, or obligation. This is a good time for pushing through obstacles with faith, optimism, and a sense of perseverance.

We may feel a bit weighed down, but there’s potential for overcoming or working around these limitations with a positive attitude and a focus on what’s possible rather than what’s holding us back.

On December 5, Mercury will be cazimi—moving through an exact conjunction with the Sun. This is a powerful moment for clarity, insight, and mental empowerment. It’s a great time for speaking from the heart, feeling confident, and perhaps receiving some profound mental breakthroughs.

Then, on December 6, Mars will turn retrograde in Leo. We’ve discussed Mars retrograde in Leo a lot already on the channel, and we’ll be diving deeper into this transit in tomorrow’s content. This retrograde is significant because it will interact with the ongoing Venus-Pluto conjunction, and we’ll look at the Leo-Aquarius axis for all 12 signs tomorrow.

Finally, the big news for December 7 is the Venus-Pluto conjunction and the Sun-Jupiter opposition. These two transits will bring major philosophical, relational, and personal transformations. Venus will conjoin Pluto in Aquarius, highlighting shifts in relationships or social dynamics, while the Sun’s opposition to Jupiter encourages us to reconsider our beliefs, ideas, or goals.

It’s a big week with a lot of intense transits, and we’ll continue to break them down as the week goes on. I’ll also be doing a live Q&A and live birth chart readings this week, so check out the Live tab on my channel for the scheduled time.

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Thanks again to everyone who’s supported the channel so far. I hope you’re having a good start to your week, and I’ll see you again tomorrow! Bye!