On December 15, 2024 the Gemini Full Moon peaks at 4:02am EST/1:02am PST. This lunation marks the final full moon of the year as the luminaries oppose at 23 degrees Sagittarius/Gemini, inviting us to reflect on our journey this year and prepare for new beginnings. This energy asks us to witness the stories moving through our minds and the thoughts that shape our lives as we co-create our reality.
Gemini, ruled by Mercury, governs communication, technology, and short-distance travel. Under this Full Moon, there's a heightened desire to connect, share ideas, and express ourselves. It's an invitation to engage in meaningful conversations and share our emotions as Mercury makes a harmonious aspect to Venus, recently in Aquarius.
With the lunation illuminating the archetype of the twins, it shines a light on the sacred union of yin and yang within us. Gemini teaches us that it is our daily thoughts and words that create our reality. This energy is associated with the magician in Tarot - a card that speaks to the power of manifestation and the ability to quite literally ‘create anything we put our minds to’. But this creation is only possible when our words are aligned with the truth in our hearts.
Romance & Idealism
With Gemini’s ruler, Mercury, in Sagittarius, the messenger between realms has a tricky time keeping an eye on the broader perspective. Mercury is more associated with the nitty gritty and the conscious mind, so this transit illuminates how those seemingly small thoughts and words add up to big steps toward our dreams as the Moon also meets with Jupiter. As Mercury rules the nervous system, we may find ourselves feeling restless. In a difficult aspect to Neptune in Pisces, recently direct, there is potentially a deeply spiritual and romantic infusion of energy in our interactions that may also promote some idealism. This may impede our ability to communicate clearly with others, and leave us with a sense of desire to merge deeply with the world around us.
With Mercury stationing direct just hours after this Full Moon and Mars retrograde also applying some brakes to the energy, we may feel a call to stillness; pausing and reflecting to seek clarity before expressing ourselves outwardly or taking action. This is a deeply spiritual influence, but it’s important to be aware of potential idealization and losing oneself in feeling everything around us.
A sextile between Mercury and Venus builds on these harmonious interactions, especially in relationships. This alignment encourages open-hearted dialogues and the strengthening of bonds that help us expand our worldview and break out of limiting beliefs and old patterns as forward-thinking Sagittarius and Aquarius archetypes are highlighted.
The Moon's conjunction to Jupiter can amplify emotions, making experiences feel more intense. While this can lead to profound insights, it's crucial to maintain balance and avoid overindulgence or overextension during this period.
Cosmic Harmony: Grand Fire Trine
As the Full Moon in Gemini illuminates the skies, a harmonious alignment also comes into play: a Grand Fire Trine involving the North Node in Aries, Mercury stationing direct in Sagittarius, and Mars retrograde in Leo. This trine radiates transformative energy, blending purpose, courage, and creative expression.
The North Node represents our collective and individual evolutionary path. In Aries, it beckons us to embody courage, independence, and authenticity. This placement encourages bold steps toward self-empowerment, especially in areas where we’ve hesitated to assert ourselves. The North Node officially shifts into watery Pisces in January, so this is one of our last chances for a while to work with this fiery Aries energy! It’s been an energy we have collectively been invited to embody since July of 2023 - and the lessons around what this means for you may be integrating on a bigger scale at this time.
Mercury; our messener between realms and the planet of communication, stations direct in Sagittarius during this Full Moon. Sagittarius, the sign of truth-seeking and adventure, imbues Mercury with a desire to explore new perspectives and expand mental horizons. After weeks of retrograde reflection, we may have a newfound sense of clarity starting to emerge. However, as Neptune’s haze creates a difficult aspect to this lunation and Mercury retrograde, we are invited to practice a bit more stillness before leaping forward.
Mars, the planet of drive and passion, is retrograde in Leo, inviting us to reassess how we use our creative energy to go after our desires. Retrogrades encourage internal reflection, and in Leo, Mars invites us to pause and dive deeper into the ‘why’ behind our desires, actions and impulses. It’s time to reflect on how we invest our energy (taking a look at your own Mars sign is an important clue on what is actually aligned for you!), and whether we’re acting with intention or simply following old patterns. Also, remember that creative energy IS sexual energy - so are you being authentic in how you are sharing this with others? If you are someone with a prominent Mars (or are a Scorpio or Aries rising), this will be particularly potent energy for you. Mars retrograde happens only once every two years, so it would be beneficial to look at what was occurring for you last time Mars was retrograde (Oct 31 2022 - Jan 12 2023) in Gemini.
Although the fire element usually forges into action, the standstill of Mercury stationing combined with Mars retrograde may temper this fire and urge caution before charging ahead. As we enter into January/February, the overall retrograde energy will start to ease off and we’ll be able to move forward at a quicker pace.
In general, this Grand Trine compliments the curious energy of the Gemini Full Moon, offering some further clarity, momentum, and a renewed sense of purpose. While Gemini focuses on the exchange of ideas and intellectual exploration, the fiery trine energizes these concepts with passion, direction, and the courage to act. Together, they create a cosmic symphony that supports meaningful communication, visionary thinking, and bold expression. This fire trine is a gift from the cosmos, helping us tend to the sacred fire within and gain clarity on how to use our creative energy to co-create an aligned, purpose-driven path for ourselves. Just try to let the thoughts and ideas percolate a bit more than you's like at this time!
Check out the journal prompts & embodiment practices below to help you make the most of this energy.
xx, Vanja
Where is 23 degrees Gemini/Sagittarius in your chart? If you need help, see this video & this PDF. How do these life areas (houses) relate to where the themes discussed above?
As this is the last full moon of 2024, reflect on this year;
What are the most significant stories, lessons, or themes that emerged for you this year? How have your thoughts and words shaped your reality in 2024? What is one belief or pattern you are ready to leave behind as you prepare for 2025?
How are you being invited to use your creative energy to pursue a purpose-driven life?
Work intuitively with Gemini Ritual Tools to expand your horizons, take care of your nervous system and refine your communication.
My tool of choice for this lunation is the Gemini Cleansing Wand, to connect with the air element & our truth, ground the nervous system, & cleanse any inauthenticity.
Since Gemini rules the lungs & the throat chakra, this Gemini breathwork is a great practice to remove any blocks in the throat and connect with the air element.
Practice heart-balancing and shoulder-focused yoga poses, like shoulder roll, shoulder stand, dancer, goddess and squats.
Dedicate time to creative play, art, writing, or performance as an expression of your authentic self.
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