Your Weekly Horoscopes: December 21 to 27, 2025

Sluggish? Motivation is on the horizon

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The winter solstice is here! It’s the last full week of 2025, and I’m sure many of us are glad to see this one go. It’s been a wild ride with previews of the future alongside ongoing lessons from the past. The sun enters Capricorn on the 21st, and we officially welcome the season of our earthy cardinal sea goat. Yes, it’s dark out there. It’s the shortest day of the year, after all. But things can only get brighter from here, right?

Channel that Meghan Markle-prepping-for-Christmas energy, savor the last few days of the year, and read on to see what you can look forward to in the week ahead.

(Horoscopes follow for each sign. If you know your rising sign, reading for that sign too will provide further insight.)

Everything You Need to Know About the Capricorn Personality


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Aries (March 21 - April 19)

The sun enters Capricorn on the 21st and for you, this is the season to assert yourself and show up as a leader. This year, that might look like keeping morale up during travel delays or skipping an extended family gathering to take a work call. As I’ve mentioned before, there’s a powerful reset coming for your career and life direction in January, and the energy you’re putting into your goals this week matters.

This week’s mantra: “Executive.”

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Taurus (April 20 - May 20)

You might be feeling overwhelmed this week as social obligations and last-minute work responsibilities pile up. You’re also not exactly thrilled with the credit card bill you’ve racked up this season. But on the 24th, your ruling planet Venus clears some difficult aspects and moves into Capricorn, where timeless style and elegance take the lead. Put on your favorite classic holiday movie and enjoy yourself!

This week’s mantra: “Classic.”

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Gemini (May 21 - June 20)

The sun enters Capricorn on the 21st, and for you, this is the heaviest time of year. You’re feeling much more existential than jolly. The last few weeks have made you aware of things that need to change in both your career and your closest relationships. This is a good week to schedule an extra therapy session rather than fake a smile through holiday drinks with your coworkers.

This week’s mantra: “Care.”

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Cancer (June 21 - July 22)

As someone born around the summer solstice, the winter solstice and Capricorn season welcomes the time of year when you’re most aware of who you are and who you’re not. The beginning of the week likely feels hectic and busy, and you may be dealing with some health concerns. But once sweet Venus moves into Capricorn and your relationship sector on the 24th, you’re ready to relax with someone you love.

This week’s mantra: “Connection.”

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Leo (July 23 - August 22)

Buckle up, Leo: The sun entering Capricorn at the start of this week welcomes you to your busiest season of the year. You’ve got errands to do, pilates classes to crush, and a whole list of healthy habits you want to start implementing before the new year. Someone might give you side-eye for choosing a mocktail over a dirty martini at your work holiday party, but you’ll be the one entering 2026 feeling fresh and not hungover.

This week’s mantra: “Focus.”

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Virgo (August 23 - September 23)

As the sun enters Capricorn on the 21st, you’re feeling a bit heartbroken. A dream you had—particularly around family or partnership—had to be let go this year, and though it’s for the best, you’re in your feelings about it. Thankfully, Capricorn season lights up your romance and creativity sector, and for the next few weeks, you get to focus on what brings you joy and the things you actually want.

This week’s mantra: “Play.”

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Libra (September 23 - October 21)

For you, the start of Capricorn season is when you’re most focused on your private life. This year, that may look like making your own holiday traditions and walking away from stressful family dynamics. As I’ve mentioned before, a powerful reset is coming in regards to your home and family life in January. Nurture what you want to grow in the new year.

This week’s mantra: “Privacy.”

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Scorpio (October 22 - November 21)

The holidays are busy enough, but for Scorpio, it's extra hectic (thanks, simultaneous launch of Capricorn season!). More than most, you feel responsible for hosting friends from out of town or making the trek to your sister’s house upstate, even if you can only stay for 6 hours. This year, you may get a few sweet surprises from people in your close circle confirming who your real ones really are.

This week’s mantra: “Comfort.”

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Sagittarius (November 22 - December 21)

Santa made the list and checked it twice, and somehow, you still went way over budget on your holiday gifts this year. I get it, Sag, you’re just trying to spread good cheer, but perhaps some of those elf knick-knacks can get returned to HomeGoods. Capricorn season begins on the 21st, and for you, this is the time of year when you’re most aware of what you really need. Some of this season’s greatest gifts might be what money can’t buy.

This week’s mantra: “Value.”

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Capricorn (December 22 - January 19)

Happy birthday, Capricorn! Your season begins on the 21st as we celebrate the winter solstice. It’s been a difficult few weeks for you with many things out of your control or not going your way, but this week feels like a fresh start. Love and beauty planet Venus enters your sign on the 24th, making this a time to get a haircut or upgrade your wardrobe.

This week’s mantra: “Beauty.”

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Aquarius (January 20 - February 18)

The sun enters Capricorn on the 21st and for you, this is a season of hibernation. Though you feel guilty canceling plans with family and friends, unless it won’t cost you anything—and that means, money or energy—it’s probably not worth going. Take some time to reset at your own pace this week. Read a book! Meditate! Enjoy a day with no responsibilities!

This week’s mantra: “Solo.”

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Pisces (February 19 - March 20)

Welcome to Capricorn season! The sun enters the sign of the sea goat on the 21st, and for you, this ushers in your most social time of year. You’re planning holiday parties at work and with your family, and with Venus entering Capricorn and your social sector on the 24th, you’re loving every minute of it. Even the moments when you’re forced to pick up someone else’s slack.

This week’s mantra: “Butterfly.”

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