PREVIOUS THOUGHTS FOR THE DAY December 22 2025 to December 28 2025 Monday December 22 Solstice Beethoven The Solstice has passed, but its legacy lingers - a sense of quiet renewal under the steady light of the Sun in Capricorn. Amidst the festive clamour, there's a deeper rhythm sounding: one of purpose, patience, and creative resolve. On this day in 1808, Beethoven premiered his Fifth and Sixth symphonies in Vienna. Works of passion and poise, their echoes remind us that just as the turning Earth balances dark and light, discipline and inspiration coexist. You can find your tempo today, and play it with heart. Tuesday December 23 Flight around the World On this day in 1986, the first non-stop aerial circumnavigation of the globe was completed - nine days of daring endurance that redefined possibility. Today, as festive journeys begin, you might feel a tug between home's familiarity and the call of elsewhere. The Sun in Capricorn brings a strong sense of meaning and purpose in our movements. Whether you're crossing continents, states, or heading to the shops, remember: every journey changes you a little. The world keeps turning - and so do you. Wednesday December 24 Christmas Eve Christmas Eve arrives with a soft and shimmering link between Venus and Neptune just before the planet of love moves into Capricorn. In years gone by, this was the night the great Yule Log was brought indoors and lit, its flame keeping the house cosy through the long winter's night. Today's glow is gentle but powerful: the radiance of connection, compassion, and hope. Whether you're with loved ones or quietly reflecting, let your inner light burn bright. The season's magic is real - and it's kindled in the heart. Thursday December 25 Merry Christmas Christmas Day ushers in a few days of celestial calm. The oncoming lull in planetary activity is an invitation to put our feet up and indulge in some well-earned festive feasting and fun. It's a chance to take the pressure off and just 'be'. Whether your day is filled with laughter and company or peaceful solitude, it's a chance to recharge your spirit. The Sun and Venus in Capricorn remind us that joy needn't be loud to be real - it can thrive in the steady warmth of love shared, and the quiet glow of belonging. Friday December 26 Cosmos Kindness In the UK, today is Boxing Day. The name comes from an old tradition - the day after Christmas, churches opened their alms boxes and shared their contents with the poor. As the world stirs from its festive rest, the cosmos remains calm, inviting reflection on what abundance really means. It's a chance to remember that giving isn't only about gifts - it's about presence, patience, and care. Whether you're venturing out or lingering indoors, kindness is the spark that keeps the season's warmth glowing. Back to Index           Oscar and Cainer's Daily Zodiac Forecasts