Your horoscope for the week ahead: Start dreaming up ambitious goals for 2025

Don't let your guard down at the beginning of this week. You'll need to stay alert to handle the chaos that could be headed our way when expansive Jupiter in impulsive Gemini squares restrictive Saturn in moody Pisces on Tuesday. Problems that have been bubbling beneath the surface may come to a head under this influence, requiring us to take action. Try to be diplomatic and employ a delicate touch as you strive to fix what's broken. 

You may feel inspired to imagine fresh possibilities for the year ahead when inquisitive Mercury in adventurous Sagittarius opposes abundant Jupiter in thoughtful Gemini on Thursday. This mind-expanding aspect can help open our eyes to the big picture and encourage us to seek out our place within it. Nothing will seem out of your reach under this influence; don't miss this moment to start setting ambitious goals for 2025. 

Later on Thursday or early Friday, depending on your time zone, communicative Mercury in blunt Sagittarius will square disciplined Saturn in cautious Pisces, which could make it more difficult than usual to find the right words to express how you feel. As these planets clash, we sometimes feel tempted to over-explain ourselves or make mountains out of molehills in order to get our point across. Do your best not to worry about letting everyone in on every little detail. Instead, try to channel your focus toward being creative and exploring the limits of your potential. 

Finally, as love-ruling Venus in progressive Aquarius squares rebellious Uranus in stubborn Taurus late on Friday or early Saturday, we might start to feel a bit bored by the people around us and find ourselves craving more intellectual and romantic stimulation. Singles will be wise to keep their options open under this fickle aspect, as affections could shift on a dime. Already partnered? Consider spicing things up by seeking out something new that you can experience together. Regardless of your relationship status, this will be a beautiful moment to embrace spontaneity.

Here is your horoscope for the week of Monday, December 23, 2024.

Aries

Don't be afraid to dream big, Aries. This week will be an ideal time to let your mind wander and contemplate what you'd like to achieve in the new year, whether it's learning a new skill or exploring an unexpected professional path. You may even find that thinking out loud around people you trust helps you expand your thinking about what's possible, allowing you to bring even more ambitious ideas to the table. However, if you really want to level things up in 2025, keep in mind you might also need to make some changes to your daily routines. Consider how shaking up your schedule could impact what you're able to accomplish. 

Taurus

Seeing problems everywhere lately, Taurus? If so, you'll be wise to avoid getting into any tough conversations with your nearest and dearest this week, as they could leave you feeling even more hopeless. Once you've taken some time away to reconnect with your optimistic spirit, you'll be ready to reapproach any lingering issues with a more constructive attitude. A more positive lens could also prove useful when it comes to tackling any financial matters that happen to crop up this week. Reminding yourself of your resilience and the ways that you've created abundance in the past will help propel you forward.

Gemini

Disagreements with loved ones could reveal simmering tensions that require your attention this week, Gemini. If so, you may find it useful to take a beat before you speak and give yourself a chance to process your feelings — and assess the facts — in private. Heightened emotions can blur our sense of reality, and taking a break will make it easier to return to the table with compassion and create a strategy to rebuild anything that's been broken. When it comes to romantic relationships, regardless of your current status, this will also be an excellent moment to consider what kind of love you want to bring into your life in 2025. 

Cancer

The truth can often be hard to swallow at first, Cancer. Keep that in mind if you receive some unwanted advice on how to approach your routines and responsibilities this week. You'll be wise to take a step back and think critically before sharpening your crab claws; consider how doing things differently might help improve your efficiency — and make you happier in the long run. You may even find that embracing a new perspective inspires you to start taking better care of your body and mind. If it does, enjoy levelling up your wellness practices, but remember to be patient with yourself. Change doesn't happen overnight. 

Leo

What dreams would you pursue if you weren't always so worried about what everyone else was thinking, Leo? Set aside some time to really consider this question this week. It could inspire you to finally give yourself the freedom to explore one of your deepest creative impulses. Who knows? You may even find that you're able to access amazing new talents and skills when you stop focusing so much on your audience and start making things that truly bring you joy. Seize this moment to develop your unique voice — and avoid engaging with anyone who might try to dim your light in the process.

Virgo

You could be in for a big reality check this week, Virgo. And while nobody likes a rude awakening — especially you — you'll be encouraged to look at any feedback you receive as an opportunity to reevaluate your priorities. For example, have you been unintentionally neglecting some of your relationships as you work to chase certain career goals as of late? Acting quickly to mend broken fences will allow you to get back on track, and may even teach you some lessons about how you engage with others overall. You may find it useful to start writing down your ideal work/life balance and making plans to manifest it.

Libra

Listen up, Libra. If a loved one approaches you with a piece of advice that you really don't like the sound of this week, try not to look at their criticism as an attack. Speaking honestly about how their words make you feel will help everyone involved get back on the same page and smooth your own ruffled feathers in the process. Meanwhile, you could be hit with a spark of inspiration that motivates you to pursue new adventures or educational opportunities. Keep your options open for now, and use this time to collect all the information you need to make your next big move. 

Scorpio

Keep your eye on the prize, Scorpio. If you're faced with a pressing matter that needs to be handled this week, try not to let it put a damper on your holiday fun. Instead, use your strategic superpowers to evaluate the issue from all sides and work swiftly to find a solution. You'll be in a prime position to kick back with your loved ones once everything's been taken care of. In fact, you may even find that enjoying some downtime with your nearest and dearest makes you feel more mischievous. Consider asking everyone to ditch their devices and join you for a game night filled with friendly competition. 

Sagittarius

Pay attention to any squabbles over money that come up this week, Sagittarius. These conflicts with your loved ones could end up revealing larger issues, and you'll need to get to the heart of them if you want to find your way forward. So summon your patience and use your quick mind to figure out what it might take to come to a resolution. You're sure to feel steadier once everything is out in the open. Then, toward the end of the week, you might feel a bit more hopeful about things and eager to start planning for 2025. Consider how you'd like to level up your romantic, business and creative partnerships in the new year. 

Capricorn

You can only push yourself so far, Capricorn. Keep that in mind if you feel pressured to set some particularly ambitious goals for 2025. This week will be an ideal time to consider what you really want for the year ahead and how you might be able to recalibrate your schedule in order to prioritize what's truly important. Investigating ways to create a better sense of balance in your world could go a long way. Meanwhile, if you're taking some time off work over the holidays, you could find that this respite inspires you to come up with some promising business ideas. Avoid sending any emails now and hold on to your inspiration until the new year.

Aquarius

You don't always have to agree with the people you love, Aquarius. Remember that if a difference of opinion makes you feel tempted to bend to someone else's will this week. Even your most like-minded companions get it wrong sometimes, so don't be afraid to stand your ground respectfully. Driving the conversation toward lighter territory will help you avoid hurt feelings and flared tempers. Meanwhile, if your month has been particularly busy with holiday festivities, you may feel inspired to really switch things up. Invite your favourite people to join you in an activity that'll offer everyone a healthy dose of escapism. 

Pisces

Does something feel off right now, Pisces? Don't hesitate to investigate the source of any discontent you happen to experience this week. You may even find that looking deeper into small mistakes that you keep making alerts you to a more serious blind spot. Make an effort to break any bad habits and become more aware of your responsibilities to others moving forward. Meanwhile, you may want to carve out some time to reflect on everything you've accomplished this year and consider what you'd like to do differently in 2025. Visualizing alternative paths forward could help you pinpoint what feels most right to you.