All Signs

This week has its challenges. For starters, it begins with a Full Moon, which can trigger emotional confrontations with others. Plus, Mercury is now retrograde (as of Oct. 24) and will stay that way until Nov. 13. Nevertheless, the shadow phase of Mercury retrograde will continue until the end of November, which means you'll be wise to wait until December to buy cars, trucks, bikes, cell phones and computers i.e. expensive Mercury-related items. Even though this might be disappointing, forewarned is forearmed. The choice appears to be slim: you can either follow the astrological party line - or be a cautionary tale.

Aries (March 21-April 19)

This week your focus is on finances, inheritances, insurance issues and resources that you hold jointly with someone else, like your partner or a spouse. Tie up whatever loose ends you can. You also might encounter someone from your past who wants money owed to them (gulp). Or they might prompt you to do some psychological self-inquiry? Fortunately, Mercury retrograde will help you finish these red-tape details. (Bonus!) Admittedly, it might be hard to get down to work because you have so many chances to play! Passionate romance, sports events, fun activities with kids and weak self-discipline will make it hard to get things done. Relax. Life is short. Eat dessert first.

Taurus (April 20-May 20)

Whoa Nelly! This week begins with a Full Moon in your sign! (This is the only time all year this occurs.) On the upside, this can bring a fruition, or something coming to a head, which can then be more easily dealt with. On the downside, this tension might create arguments, disappointments and misunderstandings with those who are close to you. Fortunately, the Full Moon lasts about 48 hours; so, your best approach is patience. (Note: Ex-partners and people from your past who are on your mind might trigger problems.) Meanwhile, increased activity on the home front will demand your attention. Is there no justice? Yes, there is. This is a fantastic year for home improvements!

Gemini (May 21-June 20)

At the beginning of the week, the Full Moon might create problems with someone at work. Or you might have challenges with your health or a pet. If so, relax because this is temporary. Mercury is now retrograde (as of Oct. 24) which will dog your steps at work with silly mistakes, misplaced paperwork, confused communications, late deliveries, misplaced items and equipment breakdowns. (Aaggh.) All you can do is grin and bear it, and apologize. (If you end up with egg on your face - ketchup helps.) Fortunately, with Mars in your House of Communications right now, you can talk yourself into and out of anything. Oh yeah. You're convincing, persuasive and you'll have the last word!

Cancer (June 21-July 22)

This week begins with a Full Moon that could create tension with kids and romantic partners. Disputes about who will pay for something, or pick up the tab, or be responsible for resources and equipment might arise. Perhaps these difficulties involve a friend or a group? Don't feel you have to act. The Full Moon is a 48-hour time of angst and then it's over. Actually, with old flames back on the scene, and old opportunities to play and socialize - this can be a fun-loving time! Go with what works and what pleases you. You're working hard to earn your money and you're spending it. And why not? Eat, drink and be merry for tomorrow you must diet.

Leo (July 23-Aug. 22)

Right now, you're focused on home and family. In fact, some of you might experience tension with family members, possibly due to visiting relatives who are camped on your doorstep and eating out of your fridge. Nevertheless, this Mercury retrograde will encourage you to clean and organize things that you've been meaning to do for ages. (Bonus!) You might tackle closets, drawers, dust baseboards - things you mean to get to but never do, and now, it's a great relief to deal with some of this. Fortunately, with fiery Mars in your sign, you have an amazing amount of energy, which is why you need to be careful about coming on too strong because this is also likely. Be nice to the little people.

Virgo (Aug. 23-Sept. 22)

Oh, conjurer of clever quips and keen observations, this week your experience can be summed up as: What the large print giveth, the small print taketh away. Sad but true. With the Sun in your House of Communications, you're busy, restless, travelling, talking to everyone and eager to learn! You're also happy to share your knowledge and practical ideas. But alas, Mercury retrograde is also in your House of Communications creating confusion, mixed-up communications, travel delays and goofy mistakes. (A humbling experience.) Even the beginning of this week has its challenges because the Full Moon will create difficulties. Time to send out for dark chocolate?

Libra (Sept. 23-Oct. 22)

This week you're focused on money, cash flow, earnings and expenditures. This might be partly because money is late causing delayed plans on spending money, as well as earning it. (Some financial angst.) It's hard to make things happen the way you want, especially if you're trying to avoid paying usurious interest or something like that. Reality check: You have no choice other than to bide your time. Avoid squabbles about shared property and shared expenses at the beginning of the week. Save your energy! Guard against being too pushy when dealing with friends and groups. Instead, work to coordinate your needs with the needs of others to create a win/win situation. It's a balancing act. (You're good at that.)

Scorpio (Oct. 23-Nov. 21)

The Full Moon at the beginning of the week is opposite your sign. This makes you tired. It can also create tension dealing with partners, spouses and close friends. Fortunately, you're smart and you're disciplined. Don't get your belly in a rash. Don't make a big deal about anything. As we both know - this will pass in 48 hours. (Maybe quicker if you drink lots of water.) Enjoy the opportunity of seeing and hearing from friends from your past because this is always a way to learn more about yourself. (And others.) You have bigger fish to fry. With fiery Mars at the top of your chart, your ambition is aroused and you're working hard to achieve something. Be skilful with authority figures who might feel jealous or threatened.

Sagittarius (Nov. 22-Dec. 21)

Not all Full Moons are the same. For example, the one at the beginning of this week might cause you to second-guess yourself, which is not good because optimism is one of your secrets for achievement. That's why it's important for you to believe in yourself! Right now, your ruler lucky Jupiter is attracting opportunities related to travel, publishing, medicine, the law, and higher education. In fact, as you read these words, you're probably travelling or planning your next trip. It's amazing how good you are at keeping in touch with people around the globe. You know how to water your trap line ensuring a warm welcome, and a place to stay when you travel with good food and convivial company. It's time to go places and do things!

Capricorn (Dec. 22-Jan. 19)

At the beginning of the week, the Full Moon might create problems with romantic partners, or dealing with your kids or social occasions? Just muddle through because this challenge is short lived. When the dust settles, you'll be popular, and everyone will want to hear what you have to say. Old friends might help you in practical or financial ways. (It's reassuring to know you have the support of another source even if it's a financial institution.) Speaking of which, this is an excellent time to ask for a loan or a mortgage - an amazing blessing that lasts for the next year! Many of you might strike up a romance with an authority figure, or blur the distinction of that relationship.

Aquarius (Jan. 20-Feb. 18)

You have the great advantage of the Sun at the top of your chart casting you in a flattering spotlight, which makes you look great in the eyes of everyone! Obviously, you can use this. Go after what you want! Of course, Mercury retrograde is also sitting at the top of your chart lending confusion to your interactions with authority figures. Nevertheless, Mercury retrograde can also attract opportunities to you, if you're dealing with authority figures from your past. What's tricky is that with fiery Mars opposite your sign now, it's easy to feel annoyed with partners, spouses and close friends. Avoid needless controversy. You don't need this. Keep things light.

Pisces (Feb. 19-March 20)

If you're lucky, you're travelling somewhere, or learning something exciting, fresh and new because you want to do whatever you can to expand your horizons right now. Or you might be taking advantage of opportunities in publishing, the media, medicine, the law or higher education. Ironically, Mercury retrograde is affecting these same areas -- creating delays, confused communications and errors in plans and itineraries. Nevertheless, Mercury retrograde can actually help you finish a major writing project, or reapply at a school you once tried to get into before, or go back to something in your past that you tried but it didn't gel. Give it another shot! Hey, Mars is spurring you to work hard, which is the secret to success!

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