Before the reward, there must be labor. You plant before you harvest. You sow in tears before you reap joy. Your leadership skills are appreciated at work. Your ability to make effective decisions and follow through has been noticed by those at the top. Official matters take a backseat to family right now. Family bonds are renewed, sparking feelings of cheerfulness. Festivity is in the air. You draw strength from loved ones and their affection for you. Monetary support allows you to feel secure. You may plan to move into a new house or buy property. Take suggestions from loved ones in these matters.Imagination is brought to your communications and your mental pursuits, and your ideas and thoughts flow smoothly. You are more inclined towards personal communications, social discourse and sharing. As well, you may easily get caught up in reminisce.

Kin and kith will be on your mind once your ruling planet, Mercury, soars into Sagittarius and your foundation zone Saturday. Reach out to your nearest and dearest while the communication planet travels through this sentimental part of your chart until January 8. And if you’ve had a beef with family members lately, start mending fences in time for the holiday season—and before Mercury’s retrograde from November 25 to December 15. Trying to plan a gathering? Put your heads together to get a consensus on logistics like who’s hosting and what’s on the menu. On Sunday, motivating Mars darts into your twelfth house of rest and retreat. Talk about a paradox! Between now and January 6, you could feel both wound up and worn out at once, especially when Mars slips into retrograde mode on December 6. Be careful not to expend too much energy during this healing cycle. You’ll be far more “productive” if you go within. There’s nothing particularly fun about unpacking emotional baggage, regressive patterns of behavior and outmoded situations—but Mars imbues you with the courage to face your demons.