Weekly Horoscope
Sunday, October 30, 2022
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All Signs
Today Mars goes retrograde. It stays retrograde until Jan. 12; then it moves forward to "catch up," which it does by March 15. (This happens every two years.) Mars represents our energy, our sex drive, and how we go after what we want. While Mars is retrograde, there will be mucho communication meltdowns and verbal pettiness. Your Mission, should you choose to accept it, will be to work with this, not fight it. Be aware you will have feelings of anxiety (based on where it falls in your chart). It's important to remind yourself. "I'm okay! This is temporary." Pamper yourself. (A mystery novel, a glass of wine and a warm duvet?) Next year, when Mars goes forward, a lot of aggression will let loose. But enough of this. Time for a little nosh.
Aries (March 21-April 19)
You've been running around with an outboard motor on your butt, and you have accomplished a lot! Errands, appointments, short trips and talking to everyone. However, starting today, you might feel like you're stuck in second gear. (Aries people can drive stick.) You might feel physically bogged down and "held back." Meanwhile. communications will have a boomerang effect. Instructions and clear requests come back to you as if they were bouncing emails. Naturally, this will be frustrating. However, this is a temporary situation. It lasts until early next year. Therefore, accept what is happening. Lower your expectations. Take a breath and just cruise.
Taurus (April 20-May 20)
You have been doing some serious shopping, and in fact, some of you have been hemorrhaging money because there's been a tendency lately for you to strongly identify with what you own. In other words, if you have a lot of bright shiny stuff, you feel you are citizen of the year. Now you will head into a situation where your cash flow seems to get bogged down. Things are not moving as quickly as you had hoped. You might also have increased difficulty dealing with possessions - their delivery, their maintenance, whatever. Take a moment to rethink things. Get them in perspective. This is your life. Everything you own is just stuff. What matters is you and your loved ones.
Gemini (May 21-June 20)
Perhaps more than any other sign, you will feel the effects of Mars retrograde because it's happening in your sign. Of course, you have had the benefit of Mars in your sign since August 20. This is why you've had an enormous drive in the last few months to get things done. It has increased your confidence and your assertiveness. However, starting today, until early January, your physical energy might flag. You might feel tired and overworked. You have so much on your plate, things are falling off the table! Time out. Let's take a moment to assess your situation. You have to slow down and address what is most important. Shove everything that is not imperative - off to one side. Make life easier for yourself.
Cancer (June 21-July 22)
This is a tricky time because Mars is hiding in your chart. It began in August, and it will last until April next year. (Oy vey.) What's happening is this has a tendency to make you second-guess yourself. It can erode your self-confidence. This week, when it goes retrograde, it can make you feel anxious and apprehensive about your future and everyone else's future. (Ha! Why limit your worries?) Please note: This is a temporary situation. This is not your state of mind. It's a temporary dark cloud on your horizon. By the Spring of next year, you'll be soaring!
Leo (July 23-Aug. 22)
Lately, you felt a strong interaction with friends; and for many, an interaction with groups and organizations. These interactions have been positive and successful because others are willing to listen to you. (Fortunately, you have something to say.) However, from now until the end of the year, you might feel that your communications are going out into the ether. They're not connecting with anyone. Or maybe you feel no one is listening? This is disconcerting for a Leo. When you speak, you like to be heard. You might feel that working with others and expecting their cooperation is like herding cats. Don't be disappointed. It's just what's happening. Treat yourself to something - you deserve it.
Virgo (Aug. 23-Sept. 22)
Since late summer, you've been on a roll! Because your ambition was aroused, you were determined to go after what you wanted. You have been assertive when dealing with bosses, parents, VIPs and the police. You stated your case and defended your wants and requests. However, starting today, it's as if your voice is muffled. Your influence with those in power will be weaker. They won't even hear you! Naturally, this can freak you out a bit. Don't take this seriously. Think of it as a "time out." Until next year, you will have to bide your time and make quiet, private plans about what you intend to do. In the meantime, pull in your reins and relax. Whether you're coach or first class, the wheels hit the tarmac at the same time.
Libra (Sept. 23-Oct. 22)
Lately, you have had exciting ideas related to publishing, the media, legal matters, medical issues as well higher education and learning. And let us not forget travel! "I'm going places!" Suddenly, the light is dimming on many of these projects. Travel plans might be cancelled or delayed. Medical and legal matters might get stalled. Issues with the media and publishing might be blocked. Don't get your belly in a rash. Hey, this is the best time for you to improve your job or get a better job in over a decade! (You have this in your hip pocket.) You can also improve your health! Change is afoot, and you've got this.
Scorpio (Oct. 23-Nov. 21)
Mars will be retrograde in one of your Money Houses, which means money from other sources might be delayed. Possibly, agreements with someone about mortgages, loans, insurance matters, inheritances and shared property might get bogged down or stalled in the water. This could lead to arguments about how to handle jointly-held resources with partners and spouses. You might feel that something is being withheld from you. (You might be right!) Likewise, personal intimacy might create feelings of doubt. (And then there was total darkness.) Remember that this is temporary. It's a long, slow hiccup of a couple of months. Once it's over, you'll be keen to travel and explore new horizons.
Sagittarius (Nov. 22-Dec. 21)
It's been a bit challenging for you since the summer because fiery Mars has been sitting opposite your sign. Today it will go retrograde until early January. You might find yourself nitpicking and quarreling about old topics and past history. You might also find it challenging to join forces or to work in partnership with someone. You might distrust giving up some control? Make sure that whatever conflict you enter into is worth it. It's an old saying, but it's true: choose your battles. Remember, we don't live forever! It might come down to this: you can be right or you can be in the relationship. Meanwhile, you can make great improvements at home right now; and possibly profit from real-estate opportunities. (Or are these the areas that trigger disputes?) Go figure.
Capricorn (Dec. 22-Jan. 19)
You've been gung-ho to work lately, which is why you have been productive and successful in your job. It's been easy to give it everything you've got, partly because you have identified strongly with your work. You've been proud of your accomplishments. Fear not -- you will continue to work hard and be proud of what you achieve; however, you will encounter more obstacles. And you might feel less driven, less focused and less willing to work so hard. Don't worry about this. You don't have to be Hercules. Lighten up for the next few months. Be kind to yourself. Lower your expectations, and simply do the best you can. That's all any of us can do. No biggie.
Aquarius (Jan. 20-Feb. 18)
You have been pumped with energy because since August, Mars has helped you. In particular, it has boosted your energy in sports, and in matters related to dealing with children, working in the entertainment world, as well as your involvement in the hospitality industry. It has pumped your desire to have fun and play! Today these very same areas might suddenly slow down. You don't have the time. You have less interest. You might even encounter obstacles or difficulties in your social life, especially with vacation plans. Accept what's happening and be patient. Take it easy for the rest of year. In April next year, you're ready to fly! (Probably literally.)
Pisces (Feb. 19-March 20)
You have experienced increased chaos and increased activity at home in the last few months. Fortunately, you have the energy to create order out of this chaos - relatively speaking. (Rome wasn't built in a day; in fact, I hear they're still working on it.) Starting today however, as Mars goes retrograde, you might feel bogged down by certain issues at home or within your family. These could create an impasse or conflict with someone. Or you might simply have less energy and enthusiasm to deal with whatever arises. Bottom line: Cut yourself some slack. Someday you'll look back on this and plow into a parked car.
