Opening Reflections

First week of December 2025—the last month of the year. An interesting week ahead, and as those who listen to me know, I tend to find everything interesting. It’s simply how I’m wired.

I believe we might as well go through life curious and awake. When we’re bored or checked out, we’re not engaged in why we’re here. Sometimes it takes a lot of soul-searching to find that fire—that raison d’être—that keeps us motivated and hopeful in a world that often feels out of control.

Energetically, so much is shifting now. It demands a deeper awareness of what we’re doing here and why. Whether it’s imagination or instinct, something in us wants to believe we matter. And the truth is, the only energetic source we fully control is ourselves.

When we take responsibility for our own state of being, we’re in a stronger position to create impact and resonance. Every interaction, every decision, shapes how we move through the world and how others respond. I know I’m often surprised by how my actions or words land. That’s why conscious awareness and integrity matter. They ripple outward.

With that said, let’s move into the week.

Monday, December 1: Moon in Aries

Morning: Focused Fire

We begin with the Moon in Aries, building toward a midweek full moon. This can bring fire, passion, momentum—especially for air and fire signs. It’s a great morning for getting things moving, but with awareness. Aries fire can be laser-like when focused… or overwhelming when scattered.

There’s also a healing vibration early on. Decide where your energy—your “light”—will have the most impact. Diffuse it softly if needed; not every situation calls for the third degree.

Afternoon: Moon Void

The Moon goes void at 1:14 p.m. Eastern. You may feel a push to finish something or make something happen, especially with Jupiter amplifying everything. But too much intensity can overdo it. Pull back if you feel yourself forcing outcomes.

Void-of-course afternoons are ideal for:

* wrapping up loose ends

* clearing your desk

* organizing

* tending to tasks without emotional pressure

Not so ideal for launching something new or convincing someone of your viewpoint.

Late Monday Night – Wednesday: Moon in Taurus

Once the Moon enters Taurus, the energy steadies. Taurus helps us see value clearly and supports anything therapeutic, creative, or constructive. With some lovely Neptune influence, there’s potential for:

* creative insight

* tenderness and connection

* strengthening financial ideas

* collaboration with mutual benefit

Taurus can get comfortable, yes, but this particular blend brings a willingness to stretch from a grounded place. It’s truly harmonious energy.

The Moon goes void on Wednesday at 8:50 p.m. Eastern, then moves into Gemini at 9:48 p.m.

Wednesday Night – Friday: Moon in Gemini + Full Moon

Information Overload + Full Moon

Gemini energy is quick, adaptable, and full of motion. Some find it scattered; others thrive on its multitasking nature. Under this full moon—exact at 6:14 p.m. Thursday—information comes fast and can feel convincing or seductive.

But this full moon asks for:

* discernment

* wisdom

* perspective

* justice in how we evaluate information

Don’t take everything at face value.

Mercury Direct: Re-Review

Mercury is now direct but retracing its retrograde steps. This is the cleanup phase. Revisit anything involving:

* contracts

* travel plans

* pitches

* agreements

* decisions you rushed or postponed

If something previously felt incomplete or off, dig into it now. You don’t have to sign something just because Mercury is direct—awareness still applies.

Friday Night – Sunday: Moon in Cancer

A Deep, Restorative Weekend

The Moon goes void Friday at 7:55 p.m. and enters Cancer at 8:54 p.m. We enter a deeply nourishing weekend—one that supports connection, creativity, emotional clarity, and follow-through.

This is especially supportive for:

* home and family matters

* moves or major life transitions

* clarifying what you truly want

* envisioning the right “fit” (home, partner, buyer, collaborator, etc.)

Cancer Moon asks: What makes you feel safe, held, restored?Give yourself that: nature, water, stillness, warm company—whatever cradles you.

It’s also a powerful weekend for rewriting old internal narratives around worthiness. Even 15 minutes of intentional self-connection can shift a lot.

This energy lasts until 8:45 p.m. Sunday.

Sunday Night: Moon in Leo

At 9:48 p.m. Sunday, the Moon enters Leo—fiery, bold, expressive. A sharp shift from Cancer’s softness.

You may want to:

* imagine big but ease gently into the next week… or

* put on something fabulous and go out dancing, celebrate, play

Both options honor the Leo spark.

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