Your horoscope for the week ahead: Get your ego in check | CBC Life

Our inner romantics could come out to play at the start of this week, particularly as love-ruling Venus Capricorn trines unconventional Uranus on Monday. This aspect is known to make us feel more adventurous — and can put us in the mood to seek magic and whimsy around every corner. If you’re single, you may even feel compelled to open your heart to someone in pursuit of a lasting connection. Anything can feel possible under this electric energy.

We’ll be able to recognize the beauty in our lives — and accumulate even more — when graceful Venus sextiles imaginative Neptune on Wednesday. Under this influence, we’re called to focus on appreciating the little things and practising thankfulness for the people in our lives. It’s a beautiful moment to reach out to friends and plan a movie night or get-together to enjoy a little escapism.

Then, engaging in thought-provoking discussions could become your top priority when the spirit-driving sun conjuncts chatty Mercury in curious Sagittarius on Thursday. If you’ve been mulling over an ambitious plan or idea as of late, this could be an excellent time to share your insights and gather feedback from those you trust. Interacting more with others might even open you up to interesting perspectives that you would’ve otherwise never considered. 

Prepare to let go of control starting Friday, when energetic Mars stations retrograde in charismatic Leo. As the planet of action, vitality and resilience travels in reverse through this fixed fire sign, we’ll be asked to surrender the reins — and the spotlight — to others. While this may prove difficult at first, taking a step back will ultimately give you the chance to engage in some useful introspection. You may find it helpful to keep a journal nearby to record your thoughts. Who knows where a little soul-searching might lead?

Later on Friday or early Saturday, depending on your time zone, harmony-seeking Venus will enter progressive Aquarius, urging us to get our egos in check and start looking beyond ourselves. Our emotional intelligence also tends to soar as the planet of love travels through the fixed air sign. From now until the end of the year, challenge yourself to give back to your community and align yourself with people who celebrate your values.

This weekend, holiday party season will kick off with a bang, thanks in part to a charming Venus-Pluto conjunction on Saturday. As these planets unite in friendly Aquarius, our need for connection will likely intensify, inspiring us to show our most charismatic and humorous selves to others. Take this opportunity to strike up conversations with strangers or find common ground with people you’ve long admired from afar. Beautiful new friendships are waiting to be explored.

Here is your horoscope for the week of Monday, December 2, 2024.

Aries

Don’t be afraid to put yourself out there, Aries. Exposing yourself to new influences and experiences could pay off in a big way this week, and may even encourage you to put a fresh spin on a creative or professional idea that you’ve been mulling over lately. Then, as Mars turns retrograde toward the end of the week, your mind could shift toward dreaming up new passion projects. But while this transit may ignite an intoxicating surge of ambition, be careful not to spread yourself too thin as you explore the opportunities that arise over these next few months. Remember: it’s possible to do anything but not everything. 

Taurus

Have you been feeling a bit scattered lately, Taurus? If so, you may want to take it as a sign to slow down and really listen to your inner voice at the beginning of the week. You’ll be glad you took this moment to recalibrate — particularly before Mars begins moving in reverse on Friday. This transit will urge you to unburden yourself from unnecessary responsibilities so you can focus on recentreing your needs and prioritizing your own happiness. Just be sure to avoid rushing yourself through this process; practising self-love over the next few weeks will help you find your footing so you can emerge feeling refreshed when new year arrives.

Gemini

Take a deep breath, Gemini. At the beginning of the week, your excitement could feel practically uncontainable, which might make it more difficult to properly communicate how you feel to the people you love most. Remember to pause and really consider what you’d like to say before you speak; this simple exercise can help you avoid potential misunderstandings and better manage your expectations of others as well. Then, on the weekend, you could bump into acquaintances and friends who are brimming with stories to share. Have fun exchanging witticisms as you mix and mingle.

Cancer

The path to success isn’t a straight line, Cancer. Keep this in mind if you notice your progress at work starting to slow down as Mars turns retrograde at the end of this week. From now through the next few months of this transit, you’ll be called to gather your resources and manage your time and energy wisely. Use this quiet period to sharpen your skills and map out a solid plan for achieving excellence in your career. You may also notice your relationships with your loved ones intensifying this week, which could inspire you to try to heal some old emotional wounds. Seek to reframe your perspective and see things through other people’s eyes. 

Leo

Prepare for a big career breakthrough, Leo. Whether you’ve been searching for new ways to maximize your efficiency or magnify your influence at work, you’ll be in a prime position to do so at the beginning of this week. Seize this opportunity to flex your social muscles and trade stories with your colleagues, too; exchanging knowledge can help you advertise your worth and create the traction you’ve been after. Toward the end of the week, you may find it useful to reflect on any relationships you’d like to pursue or strengthen. The potential for positive connection will be amplified from now until the new year. Reserve your time for those who make your heart swell.

Virgo

Don’t hesitate to spoil your loved ones this week, Virgo. If your compassionate spirit feels driven to go the extra mile to show others how much you care, it’s a beautiful time to follow those instincts. Virgos in relationships may even enjoy planning an elaborate outing for their partner and delight in playing off of the other person’s energy. Then, as Mars turns retrograde at the end of this week, you might begin to feel a bit untethered from your intuition. Try to avoid acting impulsively under this influence and tap into your analytical nature to gather all the facts before making important decisions. 

Libra

Take care of yourself, Libra. Starting this week and throughout the next few months of Mars’s retrograde cycle, you may find that your social circle becomes less reliable as more people seem to turn inward. Try to be patient with your friends during this period, too, and recognize that giving others space will offer you the freedom to refocus on your closest connections. You’ll be ready to reconnect with everyone once the days start to grow longer. Whether you’re single or attached, your romantic urges could also begin to swell this week, reawakening you to your sensuality. Have fun tapping into your flirtatious side and spicing up your love life.

Scorpio

Choose your battles wisely, Scorpio. As Mars turns retrograde this week, you may find differences of opinion starting to crop up more frequently, which could ignite conflicts that aren’t really worth engaging in. Practising self-awareness will help you steer clear of any unnecessary friction, especially at work. Do your best to focus on your personal career ambitions as you navigate this bumpy transit. Meanwhile, on the domestic front, this could be a beautiful moment to tend to your softer side and seek to create more harmony at home. Let your love for family, stability and security guide you as you rest and recalibrate.

Sagittarius

Are you ready to be busy as a bee, Sagittarius? Starting this week and through the rest of 2024, your schedule is likely to be jam-packed, bringing fresh thrills with each new day. All this socializing may even call your attention to some charming synchronicities in your interactions. Keeping a journal or taking photos of your observations can help you find meaning in it all, and give you more chances to nurture your curious and creative spirit. You may also find renewed comfort at home over this period. Be sure to carve out some spare moments amidst all the chaos to ground yourself in your safe space. 

Capricorn

Pursuing an off-the-wall idea could be just the thing to give you an edge at work, Capricorn. So don’t be afraid to take a chance and put yourself out there at the beginning of this week. Brainstorming with your creative collaborators could even help you to uncover something innovative that has the potential to alter your career trajectory. Then, as Mars turns retrograde on Friday, you may notice that financial discussions with loved ones require a more delicate approach than usual. Scheduling time to review any shared assets over the next few months of this transit can reveal what moves need to be made and help you proceed compassionately. 

Aquarius

Lean into nostalgia, Aquarius. The beginning of this week will be a wonderful time to reflect on old memories and revive happy traditions, and you may even find that doing so inspires you to learn more about your family history. On the domestic front, you might feel motivated to inject more of your personality into your surroundings from now through the next few months. Have fun exploring new sources of inspiration and finding fresh ways to reflect your unique taste. And if making these changes puts you in the mood to play host, take advantage of this energy to throw some wintertime get-togethers that’ll help brighten the darkened days. 

Pisces

Prepare to absorb some valuable insights, Pisces. Your loved ones could offer you excellent career advice this week, so you’ll be wise to listen up and take what they say to heart. With their guidance and your thorough preparation, you’ll be able to achieve even your loftiest professional goals. Don’t miss this opportunity to claim the recognition you deserve. Then, as Mars turns retrograde at the end of the week, you may find that your usual methods of guarding your energy aren’t working as well as they usually do. Adopting a flexible mindset will help you adjust to any unpredictable circumstances this transit may bring.