Weekly Horoscope
Sunday, February 16, 2003
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All Signs
To warn you about this weekend, I talked about it in last week's All Signs. Excessive drinking and drug use, confused expectations, angry ego conflicts, power plays, Full Moon tension and irritability all combine to make this the perfect weekend to "hunt some Orc." The morally handicapped will go awry. Your best defense is caution, prudence and patience. If moderation fails you -- remember that a hangover is always the burden of proof.
Aries (March 21-April 19)
The hero archetype is classically Aries. This means that your sign is closely connected to the concept of heroism. But did you know that the word hero is related to heresy and heretic? (Oh yeah.) It comes from the Greek hairetikos meaning "able to choose." That means that a hero is essentially a chooser. Spiderman doesn't sit on the fence. (He's more of a swinger.) That's why you are better armed than most to deal with the stress of this Valentine's Day weekend. You can choose your response. Circumstances do not have to dictate your moods and actions. You're in control; you're calling the shots. (A little tip: heroism is often having the guts not to act.)
Taurus (April 20-May 20)
This Full Moon means that the Sun is square your sign and the Moon is square your sign. In astrology, squares are like running out of toilet paper. Or pouring a bowl of cereal before you discover there's no milk in that carton. (Who was stupid enough to put that back in the fridge?) It's definitely a crunchy weekend for your sign. Quarrels are likely about dealing with a limited amount of money (is there any other kind?) or sharing possessions, or dividing assets. Discussions with parents and authority figures are stressed. For some however, it could be a breakthrough of sorts. You see that you must defend your own interests about possessions, money and turf. Stand tall.
Gemini (May 21-June 20)
Astrologically speaking, there's a lot of action at 12 o'clock, 6 o'clock, and 3 o'clock. Guess who's at 9 o'clock watching the plays? You got it -- it's you. That's why relations with partners, close friends, parents and bosses (and all authority figures) are quite testy now. You could be the victim of somebody else's power play. Or perhaps you have attempted to take over and run whatever is happening around you. Severe ego conflicts in relationships are definitely likely. Ask yourself who is doing the fighting? Who will win anything? Your interests are always intertwined with your partner's. There's no win or lose. Nasty confrontations make both sides lose peace of mind (and sometimes money.)
Cancer (June 21-July 22)
You might be at odds with someone about joint property arrangements, contracts, shared debt or taxes, possessions and shared responsibilities. We both know this has been going on for a long time. But that's your style. The strength of tenacity is that you're not a quitter. The downside is that you stay in the wrong relationships too long. Power plays to seize control of the situation will backfire. Pluto is in the picture and while this introduces a ruthless element to things, it also demands that actions benefit others as well as yourself. You can't take all the cookies. You'll be caught with crumbs on your whiskers. Be fair and share.
Leo (July 23-Aug. 22)
In last week's All Signs, I explained that four Full Moons each year are unusually intense because they occur in fixed signs. You are a fixed sign. (Yeah, yeah, I know you've got kids.) We're talking about style: are you fluid and adaptable or do you always expect turkey and cranberry sauce for Christmas dinner? When it comes to romance or dealing with children, you're particularly bossy right now. I say particularly because you're always bossy - but nice bossy. (And your sign rules children -- you love your kids!) Just don't try to run the show. Be forgiving. You know that a sane environment is one in which there's room to be crazy; and a crazy environment is one in which there's no room to be sane. Capice?
Virgo (Aug. 23-Sept. 22)
You might find yourself fighting about something at home and you're not even sure what it is. That's because unconscious attitudes and behavior patterns from the past come to the surface now. This makes you irritable and touchy. You are quick to criticize family members (especially parents) or in turn, feel attacked by them. There is no family on this planet that does not suffer from negativity at some time or other. Nevertheless, you have to live with these people. Create some space between yourself and the conflict. Go out or stay away for awhile. Do not add more fuel to the flame. Keep a low-profile because this intense period is gone in about three weeks.
Libra (Sept. 23-Oct. 22)
Most people do not appreciate how much you need harmony in your environment -- harmony in lighting, sound, smell and certainly in the vibes of those you hang out with. You want happy and pretty. Unfortunately, arguments and intense conversations make you tense now. You identify strongly with your own ideas and opinions. If someone disagrees, you take it personally. Charles Caleb Colton said, "True friendship is like sound health; the value of it is seldom known until it be lost." That's why you feel you broke your handle on life. Dissension makes you unhappy. Take a new approach: try to solve things as if you were a friend not an adversary.
Scorpio (Oct. 23-Nov. 21)
The signs that really feel this Full Moon are Taurus, Leo, Aquarius and you. It causes family stress and difficulty with authority figures including parents. Disputes over money, possessions or the use of property (other than real estate) can lead to arguments. You expect others to agree with your values or beliefs about something. You might feel ripped off. You could identify strongly with your money or what you own now. But you are not your possessions -- you're your food. (We are what we eat.) The love of friends and family is far more important than material things that are only waiting to rust or become outdated. Think about what you want most. Don't jeopardize that.
Sagittarius (Nov. 22-Dec. 21)
Fiery Mars (Lord of war) is lined up with Darth Vader Pluto (death and destruction) and these two planets are in your sign right now. Oy vay! Don't run -- there's nowhere to hide. This makes you a tad overbearing. (Put down that axe.) You completely and thoroughly identify with what you believe and what you want right now. You know you're right. Because of this you relentlessly go after what you want. Or, you could attract someone to you who is doing this exact same thing. But this is ruthless. It ain't nice. You create enemies not friends. You lose business deals, and threaten partnerships. You might win the battle but you could lose the war.
Capricorn (Dec. 22-Jan. 19)
Avoid dangerous neighborhoods and all kinds of potential criminal activity whether around you or as a temptation. Not good. Stress and tension manifest in many ways and one of them is ground transportation. Be extra careful driving, walking, and cycling. You might be your own worst enemy right now. That's because impulses and motivations that you aren't even aware of (could be stuff from your past) make you overreact to things now. You want to control everything. And of course, as ever, you're the perfectionist. Bad combo. Fortunately, fair Venus is in your sign helping you to be mellow and understanding.
Aquarius (Jan. 20-Feb. 18)
Like Taurus, Leo and Scorpio, you are a fixed sign. This Full Moon occurs in Leo and Aquarius. Say no more. It causes tension with friends and partners. There's a lack of give-and-take. Instead, either you want your way, or someone else is pulling a power play on you. Everything is solid, pushy and aggressive. There's no room for understanding, forgiveness or trying to reach a consensus about something. The trick is to create a balance between your own wants and feelings and the wants and feelings of others. You need to coordinate rather than dominate. You might resent group pressures. This will cause you angst because you like to get along with the group. This is the only Full Moon that opposes your sign all year. Problems with females are likely. (Don't be sexist -- broads hate that.)
Pisces (Feb. 19-March 20)
You are unusually ambitious right now. Not only is fiery Mars (ego, ego, ego) at the top of your chart, right now it's lined up with Darth Vader Pluto. (Yikes!) Wherever you go, you swagger or immediately take a Kung Fu defensive stance. Hiieeyah! This doesn't go over well in the corporate world. (They may be lonely at the top - but they eat better.) What saves you now is the support of your friends. Listen to the advice of others. If you play the role of the heavy, you will simply arouse heavy opposition against you. You need this like a fish needs a bicycle. Try to make your success the success of others. Win/win is always easier.
