Mars Retrograde December 6th, 2024

Mars Retrograde December 6th, 2024

by Tiffany Harelik, MA, RYT

Mars retrogrades December 6, 2024 - February 24, 2025. It moves from Leo to Cancer during the retrograde cycle.

Mars retrograde in Cancer brings a focus on emotions, home, and security, but it also stirs up internal conflict. Cancer, being a sensitive water sign, can amplify feelings, making it hard to express anger or assertiveness directly. During this period, emotions tend to turn inward, and unresolved family or home matters may resurface. It’s a time for deep introspection and healing, though progress can feel slower than usual.

Mars is considered in fall in Cancer, which is a destabilized position. Be mindful of mood swings. Stabilize your nervous system and come from a neutral place with solutions when making decisions and approaching others. 

Themes of Mars Retrograde

  • The underdog wins
  • Clarity is kindness
  • ​​Emotional navigation
  • Overcoming reluctance to face issues
  • Awareness around passive aggressiveness 
  • The courage to change
  • Domestic focus: rearrange the furniture and the emotions at home
  • Prayer: Wherever there has been pain or discord at home – may there now be peace and tranquility. Show us what needs to change in order to find peace.
  • Think ahead: What environment and which foods would help support you this season?
  • Space for grace. Mars retrograde can influence like a mini-Venus in the Skies. You may feel more drained, fatigued, or lazy. Allowing room for more naps and slower mornings can be helpful.

Horoscope for Each Zodiac Sign

Aries:
This retrograde affects your home life and family dynamics. You may feel frustrated by a lack of progress in domestic matters or experience tension with family members. Use this time to nurture emotional security rather than forcing changes.

Taurus:
Communication can be tricky, and you may find it hard to express what you’re truly feeling. Avoid conflicts with siblings or neighbors, and focus on introspection. Journaling or reflecting on past emotional wounds will be beneficial.

Gemini:
Financial themes come to the surface. Take extra care with budgeting and avoid impulsive spending. This is a good time to reconsider how your emotional security ties to your material resources.

Cancer:
With Mars retrograde in your sign, you may feel less energy. You could be more sensitive to criticism and prone to internalizing anger. It’s important to focus on self-care and healing unresolved emotional issues.

Leo:
Old fears or hidden anxieties may crop up during this retrograde. It’s a time to address lingering emotional baggage and unresolved conflicts. Meditation or quiet time alone can help you process these deeper feelings.

Virgo:
Friendships and social circles could feel strained, as you may experience conflict within your community or with close friends. Avoid overreacting to perceived slights and focus on building emotional boundaries where needed.

Libra:
Career frustrations may mount as Mars retrograde in Cancer affects your professional life. You might feel like your ambitions are stalled or that you’re being emotionally drained by work. Take a step back and focus on long-term goals rather than immediate gratification.

Scorpio:
You could feel a lack of progress in your personal beliefs or spiritual growth. Travel plans or educational pursuits might be delayed. This is an ideal time for soul-searching and focusing on emotional healing rather than external adventures.

Sagittarius:
Mars retrograde might bring up old emotional wounds, especially around shared resources or intimate relationships. You may feel frustrated by a lack of support from others. Use this time to reassess your emotional boundaries in deep connections.

Capricorn:
Partnerships, both personal and professional, could feel strained during this retrograde. Emotional tension might make it hard to communicate your needs clearly. Take time to focus on what you truly need in relationships and practice patience.

Aquarius:
Your daily routines, health, and work life may feel disrupted. You could feel emotionally drained from your responsibilities. This retrograde invites you to slow down and focus on nurturing yourself, rather than pushing too hard to achieve perfection.

Pisces:
Creative projects or romantic relationships may hit a standstill. You might feel like your passions are being stifled or that your emotional needs aren’t being met. Use this time to dive deeper into your inner emotional world and reconnect with what truly inspires you.

Tiffany Harelik, MA, RYT is a professional astrologer and spiritual development teacher based in Texas. As the founder and publisher of Spellbound, Tiffany has authored and produced several best-selling books that span from cooking to astrology, and yoga to beekeeping. She holds a Masters in Health Psychology and is a certified Master Teacher. Enjoy her Wise Skies digital astrology calendar or 40 Days of Spirit email product all year long. Connect with Tiffany on her youtube channel, podcast, retreats, or membership classes at tiffanyharelik.com.