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The feistiness of the Sun opposite warrior Mars on December 24 begins a dynamic week with an abundance of activity. On December 26, Mars opposes Jupiter, leaving you feeling like you've been drinking rocket fuel! Then, on December 30, lovely Venus enters nomadic Sagittarius, and the urge to free yourself up from obligations is high.

December 24: Sun opposite Mars

Retrograde Mars backs into opposition with the Capricorn Sun, and all of the delays that have postponed your plans are brought to a culmination. The Sun wants to create, and Mars wants to act -- yet they are not cooperating since both are strong in their own agendas. If you know your chart, look to see which houses these two players are straddling. This will give you plenty of information about how to handle yourself at this time.

December 26: Mars opposite Jupiter

When action-oriented Mars is in contact with expansive Jupiter, you may feel like you are in overdrive. If you can downshift, you'll be better able to harness the energy of this dynamic aspect. Remember, Mars is still retrograde. Reviewing your plans and projects is still important and beneficial. All of the energy you're feeling needs an outlet. Watch out for injuries due to moving too quickly without enough warming up!

December 30: Venus enters Sagittarius

Can you be close and free at the same time? As Venus, the relationship planet, enters freewheeling Sagittarius, you'll feel like you need more than a little room to breathe in your closest relationships. If you can take this nomadic energy and travel with your partner, you'll receive great benefits from this transit. Single? Get out a map and make plans to travel somewhere. Or, if that's not possible, sign up for a language class. You never know if the person sitting next to you is your soul mate!

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