WELCOME TO KAT LANE'S ASTROCAST, A WEEK-AT-A-GLANCE FORECAST THAT HELPS YOU PLAN BY THE LIGHT OF THE MOON.

KAT'S OVERVIEW FOR THE WEEK OF DECEMBER 1

To find out the Cosmic Climate for each day, click on the sign links in the overview below or the sign buttons that follow it. Remember, the Cosmic Climate affects us all, regardless of what sign we happen to be. New to the AstroCast? Check out How It Works.

All Systems Are Go
MONDAY’s gung-ho Aries Moon will be further fueled by an equally driven Mars and an audacious Jupiter. With Mercury finally chugging ahead, albeit slowly, this cosmic cheerleading squad will have you rarin’ to go, firing up your optimism and your confidence. Jupiter may even present exciting opportunities for you to pursue. Take full advantage of this surge of ambition to get out from behind your desk and start circulating. Reach out to new prospects, raise your profile and build momentum around yourself and that special project. The Retrograde is finally over, the Moon is waxing in strength, so seize this moment and make the most of it, because at 1:14p, the Moon will flame out and goes Void until late evening. (Read all about the dos and don’ts of the Void Moon here.)

Be Bullish
Early on TUESDAY, the Taurus Moon goes “mano a mano,” with an underhanded Pluto. This could be a challenging day, as Pluto can stoke grudges and intensify mistrust. I’m hoping a favorable influence from Venus, will mitigate the worst of this aspect, but just in case, play it safe. Find an all-consuming project, put on your noise-cancelling headphones and stay out of the fray. The good news is that toward evening, this assignation between Venus and Pluto might just blossom into serious romance. Singles can meet someone new and those currently engaged can take their relationship to a deeper level. Either way, this fervent coupling will stimulate Taurus’s innate sensuality. So if you’re not afraid of unbridled passion coupled with intense intimacy, Tuesday is the best date night this week!
WEDNESDAY’s Taurus Moon will be receiving auspicious vibes from a plethora of planets, augmenting this Moon’s tenacity, resourcefulness and can-do spirit. It’s the type of day when you’re likely to feel super inspired; innovative ideas will appear out of the blue and you’ll have the daring to follow them wherever they lead. This cosmic windfall will deliver everything you need to be terrifically productive. Just don’t get ensnared in the Taurus trap of procrastination. Be bullish and plow ahead. It would be a real shame to waste all this fruitfulness.

Full Moon in Gemini: Emotional Intelligence
Full Moons are the high-water mark of every month, a time of insights and revelations. They are always illuminating—especially about relationships. THURSDAY’s will be even more so, because it will powerfully influenced by a harmonious trio of planets in the water signs. This element will add a profound emotional intelligence to Gemini’s cool logic, prompting you to integrate these two realms. Your intuition will be especially keen and you’ll be better able to channel Gemini’s eloquence to articulate your deepest feelings. The insights you glean about all your relationships, and, perhaps, one in particular, will be revealing. So don’t be surprised if you find yourself questioning certain associations and making tough calls about who’s in and who’s out. Just don’t rush the process. A challenging aspect from a hot-headed Mars would have you blurting out old grievances to no avail. You have two full weeks to take advantage of this brilliant blend of intellect and emotional wisdom. Don’t waste them.

Hold That Thought
FRIDAY’s sharp-witted Gemini Moon will have you bursting with bold ideas for fresh initiatives. But hold those brilliant thoughts! It may be difficult to implement any of them today, not only because the Moon is now waning in strength, but because it’s getting befogged by a nebulous Neptune. The air will be rife with confusion at best, trickery and downright deception at worst. It helps not at all that an argumentative Mars could incite heated disagreements, while controlling Saturn creates delay tactics, both of which could impede your plans. While this logical Moon is not so easily perplexed, err on the side of caution and put off making major decisions or engaging in complex negotiations.

WEEKEND FORECAST
When the Moon is in cozy Cancer, we tend to want to stay close to home. That’s unlikely on SATURDAY, because this homey Moon will be invigorated by a lively link between sprightly Mercury and an adventurous Jupiter, encouraging everyone to come out of our shells. This is a day to gather the gang, step outside your neighborhood—and your comfort zone—and explore new places!
SUNDAY’s Cancer Moon will be equally upbeat and spirited, as it will be the recipient of stellar aspects from no less than four planets. All you need to do is decide whether you will direct this cosmic boon at work or play, because Sunday is the other most productive day this week!