All Signs

This is a playful week with some challenges. On Monday and Tuesday, dicey energy might make you doubt yourself or feel guilty. (Bummer.) On Thursday, power struggles might take place. Saturday is a fabulous day to socialize; and Sunday is an excellent day to tackle your To Do list as well as artistic projects. Fear not! This is a week we can all handle. Shakespeare wrote, "The course of true love never did run smooth." Well, the course of true anything never ran smooth. Take things day by day. On Wednesday, fair Venus enters Cancer, which will make us want to pamper ourselves at home. Comforting choices like relaxing in a candlelit bath, enjoying nutritious food, cuddling and sleeping in. Venus in Cancer wants you to build your psychic fortress and have a warm feeling in your tummy. You might want to re-think pole dancing in Reno?

Aries (March 21-April 19)

This is a great time for vacations, fun getaways, socializing, romance, sports and fun activities with kids because you have a strong need to get out and enjoy yourself! You feel lighter and more playful! This is a particularly enriching time for artists and crafts people because you're in touch with your creative energy. However, your ruler fiery Mars wants you to work hard and get things done. (Naturally, you want credit for your accomplishments.) The combination of these two contradictory influences is: Work hard/Party hard! When Venus moves into Cancer on Wednesday, you'll start to wish for quiet hours at home. You'll enjoy entertaining guests. Redecorating ideas will appeal along with yummy munchies. (Nom, nom.)

Taurus (April 20-May 20)

It's all about home and family this week; and some are involved with a parent. Family discussions and home repairs are likely. Tread carefully on Monday and Tuesday because discussions could be touchy. Be thoughtful and considerate when talking to others. If you're offended by someone's remarks, try not to take it personally. You also have energy to play this week! Sports, athletics and competitions will appeal. Your physical passion is aroused, and romantic moments will be memorable. Midweek, Venus slips into Cancer, making your everyday activities more pleasant and agreeable. Dealings with others will be happier and easier; and you'll appreciate the beauty of your everyday surroundings.

Gemini (May 21-June 20)

Your ruler Mercury is sitting in its "home" in your chart, which is activating your desire to talk to everyone. This is why you'll gravitate to group discussions and conversations with others. Acknowledge this and make an effort to meet new people and travel. (This is not the time to settle down and relax.) Stay busy! Meanwhile there's lots of activity where you live, which might trigger some domestic strife. As the wordsmith of the zodiac, use your articulate skills to keep the peace. ("What can I say to make this better?") Midweek, Venus enters your Money House, which favours financial negotiations. Enjoy buying art and beautiful bibelots.

Cancer (June 21-July 22)

Oscar Wilde said, "Hear no evil, speak no evil, and you'll never be invited to a party." Fortunately, this won't apply to you this week because on Wednesday, fair Venus will enter your sign, enhancing your ability to relate to everyone! You want good times with friends! Your ability to charm everyone will help you make peace even with your enemies. Venus will also attract people to you. (Note: this is an excellent week to buy wardrobe goodies for yourself.) Be aware that you might be coming on a tad too heavy when talking to others because fiery Mars is in your House of Communications. Don't try to convince someone about anything. Relax and smell the roses.

Leo (July 23-Aug. 22)

This is a strong time for you because the Sun is in your sign, which happens only once a year, boosting your confidence and energy. Consider yourself lucky! Mercury is also in your sign; and I would be remiss if I didn't remind you that Mercury is retrograde in Leo. (Whaaat?) This is why you're making silly mistakes and forgetting things. Conversations are confused. Car problems are likely. People from the past are popping up in your world. Howevah! You can use Mercury retrograde to easily wrap up old business. (Trust me - this really works.) Meanwhile, with Mars in your Money House, you're hemorrhaging money. Some of you are also thrilled with a secret love affair. (I'll never tell.) Actually, I think I did.

Virgo (Aug. 23-Sept. 22)

This week your chart has some contradictions. For example, one influence makes you want to hide. You'll prefer taking a backseat and watching the action. In fact, the idea of rest and solitude appeals. However, with fiery Mars in your sign, you want to be out there flying your colours! Tallyho! You're forward thinking, bold, a bit aggressive and competitive. And your physical energy level is high! Meanwhile, on Wednesday, Venus enters your House of Friendships, which encourages you to schmooze with friends and seek out group activities. It's a great week for a party. In fact, you feel very affectionate with others, which is why a friendship might turn flirtatious. Juggle these different influences. Live according to your whims.

Libra (Sept. 23-Oct. 22)

You're a social sign (perhaps the most sociable sign in the zodiac). This is why you'll be glad to know that this week, you're popular! People want to see you, especially younger people. This is because fair Venus has just moved to the top of your chart, and this influence makes you look attractive in the eyes of everyone. In fact, without any extra effort, you will easily create a favourable impression on bosses, parents and authority figures. Expect to be asked for your advice about artistic matters like design, layout work, office redecorating or public relations - anything that requires judgment about making something look more attractive. (Actually, this is right up your charming, cobblestone alley because you have such excellent taste.)

Scorpio (Oct. 23-Nov. 21)

This week the Sun is still at the top of your chart, casting you in a flattering spotlight, which makes you look good to everyone. (You don't have to do anything special - it's magic.) Obviously, you can use this to your advantage. However, Mercury is retrograde; so, this is not the time to initiate new projects. But it's an excellent time to run something up the flagpole one more time. You might repeat a request, or get help or support to finish a project. Competition in sports will appeal. You might be active with groups, (perhaps aggressively). One lovely blessing begins on Wednesday when Venus changes signs, bringing you chances to travel for pleasure in the next few weeks. Should you start packing?

Sagittarius (Nov. 22-Dec. 21)

This is a good week for you because, coincidentally, the Sun is travelling through the part of your chart that is your "home." This means it will bring you opportunities to do all the things you love best! Grab every chance to travel because you'll have opportunities to do so. This is also a wonderful time to explore avenues in publishing, the media, the law or medicine. Because Mercury is retrograde, your best bet is to wrap up business in these areas or finish projects rather than beginning something fresh. Starting midweek, financial and practical help from others (including banks) might come your way. Meanwhile, romance is affectionate and memorable.

Capricorn (Dec. 22-Jan. 19)

Many of you are on a self-improvement kick, which is a good thing. In fact, because Mercury is retrograde, it will help you finish your goals or inspire you to get back on the proverbial horse. Right now, Mars urges you to travel as well as explore publishing, legal, medical and educational matters. And Mercury retrograde will help you finish old business in these same areas. Midweek, Venus moves opposite your sign, which beautifully improves your relationships with everyone - even members of the general public -- for the next three weeks. Of course, the undercurrent of all these machinations is your desire to stabilize your home situation because you value stability, security and well-planned endings.

Aquarius (Jan. 20-Feb. 18)

Take naps. Get more sleep. This is the time of year when you have less energy from the Sun because it's opposite your sign. (However, this does gives you more objectivity to see your role in your closest relationships. And with Mercury retrograde opposite your sign, in retrospect, you might see your role in how some partnerships unfolded.) Happily, this week, fair Venus will help you to improve your health, your dealings with your pet, and your work-related relationships. You might also make your workplace look more attractive. It's a good time to discuss agreements, as well as ask for a raise. "More porridge?"

Pisces (Feb. 19-March 20)

This week is a mixed blessing. In one way, the Sun will energize and inspire you to work hard. You want to be efficient, effective and productive. However, Mercury retrograde will trip you up with delays, equipment breakdowns, confused communications and silly errors. (Remember: always attend meetings. If you're not in the room, they're talking about you.) However, despite your ambition to work, and your frustration about dealing with some friends, a lovely astrological influence is also blessing you this week! From Wednesday onwards, look for fun, entertainment and good times! Relations with children will be playful and rewarding. Creative activities are also favoured. Romance swoons dizzily along.

Georgia Nicols
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