Mars goes retrograde, but it's really just an excuse to enjoy cozy, low-key activities with your friends. Venus moves into your pleasurable fifth House, as does Ceres, the asteroid of nurturance. Neptune goes direct, lifting a fog and also encouraging self-care. This continues to be important when Venus opposes (a stressful aspect) retrograde-riddled Mars. Messenger Mercury ends its retrograde and goes direct on the Gemini full moon, a date that reminds you to leave any exes alone. It could also lead to spiritual breakthroughs. The sun moves into Capricorn on the winter solstice, the shortest day of the year. December ends with a new moon that stresses the importance of your chosen family.