The Chariot is the representation of Victory and the personality traits required to attain victory. The Chariot indicates self-awareness and control. Courage—the ability to overcome fear and confront the unknown head on–is a primary ingredient of any victorious campaign and is denoted by the Chariot. So too is force of will. Often success is as much the product of will power and a refusal to surrender as it is anything else. The Chariot also represents the healthy personality of someone who believes in themselves; someone who can take control of the situation and bring events to a positive end. His successes come in competition with others.
When The Magus is among your personal cards, the influence of The Chariot may be increased. Having The Hanged Man or The Tower in your personal cards may diminish the influence of The Chariot.
The Empress
The Empress is “The Earth Mother” of the Tarot. She embodies all that is nurturing, clean and wholesome. Her powers resonate from her drive to create and care for life on a grand scale. She is in tune with Nature’s rhythm and realizes that life’s most pleasurable moments often stem from the simplest things. She is not afraid to enjoy herself–to let loose—to the point of being lavish. Abundance and luxury are important to her. The Empress is completely comfortable with her femininity and her sexuality. She is sensual, earthy, generous, and likes the good life. Still, her driving force is a need to create and nurture, and fulfilling this need overrides everything else.
When The Lover or The Star are among your personal cards, the influence of The Empress may be increased. Having the Emperor or Death in your personal cards may diminish the influence of The Empress.
The Devil is the more perplexing cards one can draw in a reading. He represents all that most find undesirable, distasteful. He embodies the seven deadly sins (Lust, Gluttony, Avarice, Sloth, Wrath, Envy, Pride). The Devil is evil personified. However, it is unlikely his presence in your cards means you are most suited to be a child of Satan. Think of the saying “Keep your friends close and your enemies closer.” The more plausible explanation is that you are actually quite moral, and feel a deep duty to oppose the dark forces The Devil embodies. This in no way implies you should establish your own inquisition, but simply that you are acutely aware of the destructive influences in our world and have the strength to resist them.
Life is an adventure when the Moon shifts into risk-taking Sagittarius at 2:48 pm EDT and becomes full at 5:14 pm. The Sagittarius Full Moon puts us in touch with a paradox: we dream of going on a vision quest but the curious Gemini Sun distracts us with the interactions of the present moment. However, self-restraint is advised while Luna rattles the cage of angry retrograde Mars. We need compassion to heal the emotional pains of the past.
Aries Horoscope MAR 21 – APR 19
It’s wonderful to be so positive about your current activities but you must be careful today so you don’t blow through your resources. Often, your waves of excitement can come and go quickly, tempting you to spontaneously expend your energy while it lasts. However, the expansive Sagittarius Full Moon brightens your 9th House of Future Vision, inviting you into new territory and requiring you to sustain a higher level of intensity for an extended period of time. Don’t burn all your fuel just because your stamina seems endless; practicing patience and persistence increases your chances for success.
Taurus Horoscope APR 20 – MAY 20
Responding to changes in interpersonal dynamics is especially exhausting when the enthusiastic Sagittarius Full Moon overwhelms your 8th House of Intimacy and Transformation. Typically, you prefer a more methodical approach to navigating through your life. Unfortunately, there’s no time to waste now, so muster up your courage and find a way to flow with the current energy. Don’t take your fear out on someone else; resistance truly is futile. You may be in for a great surprise when you realize how quickly you can adapt once you completely let go.
Gemini Horoscope MAY 21 – JUN 20
No extra coffee for you this morning; your life is already popping and you have a better chance of enjoying the high-frequency buzz if you remember to set healthy limits. Nevertheless, you’re sorely tempted to say yes to the next invitation because everything sounds fantastic while the Sagittarius Full Moon expands the energy of your 7th House of Others. Unfortunately, each avenue of exploration leads to a world full of possible distractions. Be selective or you’ll end up facing the music at the end of the day when you realize all the things you didn’t accomplish.
Cancer Horoscope JUN 21 – JUL 22
Avoiding your normal routine enables you to take a risk today when impulsive Mars ignites the Sagittarius Full Moon in your 6th House of Work. Thankfully, your common sense will most likely prevail before you climb too far out on a limb. If you go after your heart’s desire, don’t be afraid of falling short of your professional goals. And don’t be hard on yourself if you must let an opportunity slip by now, because more chances are already on the way. The current situation is a practice run for amazing possibilities just ahead.
Leo Horoscope JUL 23 – AUG 22
You know what you must do now and you’re okay about doing it, even if it means you must put your creative self on the line. Still, you may be left with a tight feeling in the pit of your stomach because something is out of balance. Although the extroverted Sagittarius Full Moon emboldens your 5th House of Self-Expression, you might not be able to initiate action. Even if you are extremely busy, make time for contemplation so you don’t lose touch with whatever is most important to you. Your current bout with self-doubt ends when you listen to your heart.
Virgo Horoscope AUG 23 – SEP 22
Absorbing so much new information in a short amount of time can be quite the dilemma. You prefer incoming data to arrive at a regulated pace, allowing you to efficiently process each bit of news and then manage what’s next. Unfortunately, you could be deprived of this luxury now if you can’t slow the energy down. Fortunately, the philosophical Sagittarius Full Moon illuminates your 4th House of Roots, helping you get back to the basics. Set priorities and focus on your work today while leaving the logical analysis for the future.
Libra Horoscope SEP 23 – OCT 22
You may wish to minimize the unpredictability and chaos people bring into your life while the boisterous Sagittarius Full Moon lights up your 3rd House of Immediate Environment. Although others might seem too high-strung now for your easygoing style, you will still likely miss the exhilaration once you retreat. Thankfully, recognizing your ambiguity helps to relieve your current frustration. Ultimately, you start enjoying life more when you stop trying to control all the variables and concentrate on counting your blessings.
Scorpio Horoscope OCT 23 – NOV 21
You don’t feel threatened by an emotionally intense interaction that’s lurking in the shadows. The Sagittarius Full Moon joins warrior Mars to strengthen your 2nd House of Self-Esteem, helping you understand the connection between communication and intimacy. But someone else’s avoidance of an issue is enough to make you want to scream now. The more you try to bring up the subject, the worse it gets. Rise above your current personal agenda and save the talk for another day when others are more willing to meet you halfway.
Sagittarius Horoscope NOV 22 – DEC 21
Kicking back to relax seems nearly impossible today because you don’t want to miss anything while you’re taking a break. Combative Mars joins the Full Moon in your sign, heightening your concerns that someone could gain a competitive edge if you retreat to rest. On the other hand, you don’t have enough energy to do battle with anyone over a minor difference. Stop trying to second-guess what you should or shouldn’t do. Nothing is so urgent that it can’t wait until tomorrow.
Capricorn Horoscope DEC 22 – JAN 19
You have a compelling story to tell today, but finding the right person to listen is a real challenge while the Sagittarius Full Moon activates your 12th House of Privacy. You are understandably resistant to opening up your heart to just anyone; it needs to be someone who supports your dreams. But your current words may elicit an unexpected reaction that derails your original agenda. Nevertheless, you might be happily surprised by your discovery if you’re insistent enough to follow a conversation wherever it leads.
Aquarius Horoscope JAN 20 – FEB 18
Your progressive plans require the participation of others, but it could get messy trying to convince them to join your cause. It’s hard to understand why anyone would resist the possibility of creating a memorable event, but your idea of a good time isn’t necessarily the same as everyone else’s now. Ironically, the Sagittarius Full Moon shines in your 11th House of Social Networking, indicating you could find more emotional fulfillment if you spend less time trying to be the ringleader and more time supporting the dreams of your friends.
Pisces Horoscope FEB 19 – MAR 20
You may seem like a mother hen today as you try to protect your friends and family by gathering them under your wings. The idealistic Sagittarius Full Moon impassions your 10th House of Public Responsibility, enticing you to let your own responsibilities slide while you help another person who needs your assistance. Remember, even performing compassionate deeds has its limits. Creating healthy boundaries is necessary when you care so much.
You possess much strength of character, warmth, sensuality, and intuition. While grounded and steady overall, you have a flair for the dramatic. You are exceptionally self-aware, and spend your life learning, largely through intuition and observation. You are loving and kind, but seldom forget a slight.
Famous people born today: Honore de Balzac, Cher, James Stewart, Dolly Madison.
Your Birthday Year Forecast
You are likely to be popular with others when it comes to your ideas and communications this year, especially as you are communicating with optimism and cheerfulness, and this can bring rewarding experiences and opportunities into your life.
Your ability to express yourself and to solve problems is enhanced this year. You may have opportunities to travel, and matters related to publishing, teaching, and writing should go especially well. You may find that you have the right information at the right time this year. You could also have big ideas and plans, as your mind is filled with ideas. Work, especially in communications, goes well. Relationships with young people may be particularly rewarding and positive. An optimistic attitude serves you very well this year. The desire to expand your mind is strong, and this is a good year to take up studies or to further your education. It’s also excellent for teaching and speaking. With greater receptivity to new ideas and perspectives, you are more likely to attract positive energies into your life.
Your energy levels run high this year, but you should watch for hasty or impetuous behavior. Remember that haste makes waste. This year is likely to be especially busy. You could be rather willful and impassioned, and it would be best to channel excess energy into healthy physical outlets.
Something big may be in the works regarding your love or social life this year. You’ll have a chance to heal old wounds with regards to love and friendship this year. You’re also bound to find new ways of making money.
With Mars-Pluto energy in your Solar Return chart, channeled positively, you could move mountains when it comes to pushing your projects ahead. If mishandled, however, there could be some obsessive or compulsive behavior. Avoid taking extreme measures to make things happen your way, and avoid people who might be doing same. Deliberately trying to maneuver things in order to get the upper hand will likely be a lesson in frustration.
There may be a project, idea, or person that demands much of your attention or occupies much of your thoughts. It’s a strong year for any project or studies that require concentrated effort. You are especially resourceful. You are willing to put in the effort and dedication to a mental interest or project. Business and promotional efforts can thrive. You can experience a strong desire to master a subject or deepen your knowledge and skillset.
You are very likely to attract loving relationships and/or new warm social contacts into your life. Your popularity increases and efforts to smooth over challenges in partnerships are more likely to succeed. This is a strong period for negotiations, unions, and business partnerships.
This can be a good year for enjoying friendships and connections with others. It’s a fine period for teaching and learning, and is excellent for seeking advanced training or for furthering your education. You are likely to make good contacts with others, particularly in love and friendship. Your popularity soars this year, and your love or social life is especially meaningful and rich. However, motivation and energy levels can be up and down, so you’ll need to pay special attention to time management.
2016 is a Number Seven year for you. Ruled by Neptune. This is a year of preparation, chance, and refinement. It is not a time of dramatic changes. Instead, it’s a year when reflection on the past is helpful, and when refinements to your life path should be made. It’s a good year to study and analyze. Unexpected twists to your life story and “chance” meetings are probable. Advice – take stock of your life in order to prepare for more exciting years to come, examine the past and plan for the future, get in touch with your deepest needs and uncover your personal power, don’t strain yourself or actively try to expand.
2017 will be a Number Eight year for you. Ruled by Saturn. This is a year of power and accomplishment. Actively seeking to expand, taking educated risks, and moving forward are highlighted. This is a year of opportunity, particularly in the material and business world, and opportunities need to be seized. It’s generally not a year to find a new love partner, simply because the focus is on the material world and your place in the world. This is a problem-solving year in which you can expect real, tangible results. Advice – take action, plan ahead, seize opportunities.
The Sun moves into your communications sector today, dear Aries, where it will transit for a month. This puts a spotlight on your daily affairs, as well as your needs to learn, connect, communicate, and commute. The Sun is encouraging you to take more interest in the world around you. This can be a busy time in which you take on quite a few projects and have many different things to do, but not necessarily focus on one thing in particular. Today, there can be some problems with objectivity, however, as a Mars-Pluto challenge that first occurred in March recurs now. Watch for unusual reactions to others’ opinions. Avoid letting out festering anger in the public eye or on the job. Take the high road, but also aim to confront any emerging anger or tension.
Taurus
Taurus
The Sun enters Gemini and your sector of finances and values today, dear Taurus, where it will continue to transit for a month. Your major focus is on material affairs and comfort issues during this cycle. Extravagance with your pocketbook is something you may want to look out for. If you find yourself itching to make unnecessary purchases, know that at the root of this urge is the desire to pamper and comfort yourself. Aim to take charge, build your resources, and rediscover or develop talents. Today there can be some building tension, particularly surrounding matters of intimacy and sharing, including financial support. Tricky power dynamics are possible now. Direct action may not be appropriate or successful now, and a more indirect or subtle approach could be more strategic and clever.
Gemini
Gemini
The Sun enters your sign today, dear Gemini, where it will stay until June 20th. This cycle gives you a personal boost of sorts – you feel a little more in charge of your life now. This is the start of your solar year, so be sure to give it your best. Your personality as well as your personal needs and plans are in strong focus. Others tend to follow your lead or they let you do your thing. This is a time for engaging in any confidence-building activity that helps to improve your appearance and manner. Mars is currently in your partnership sector – a position that tends to make you feel that others are more in charge than you are – but will leave this sector on the 27th. Today, there can be a tendency to withhold information or to keep your plans to yourself for now. People in your life may be playing games with you today, and it would be wise to avoid involving yourself in them. In the next couple of days, problems in relationships can surface for handling.
Cancer
Cancer
The Sun enters your privacy and soul sector today, dear Cancer, where it will transit for the coming month. You’re in the background now, and this may very well be by choice. You may need extra downtime, or you could be a little hard to reach. This is a period of rest and of physical and emotional replenishment – not the best time to push yourself or your plans, but an excellent time for getting your bearings and reflecting upon recent events and feelings. You may be closing matters that have run their natural course, and you may instinctively withdraw from the hustle and bustle of daily life in an attempt to get to know yourself, your goals, and your needs. There can be some tension building today, particularly related to work, routines, and well-being, and this can serve to push a problem area into your awareness.
Leo
Leo
You’re entering a generally pleasant solar cycle today that puts the focus on social activities, team work, friendships, dreams, and ideals for the coming month, dear Leo. It’s time to explore your place in the group – in your social circle or community. Friendships assume more importance now, and the need or desire to be part of a group is emphasized. Today’s energy can be intense, and it’s important to try to stay centered and focused rather than to allow others’ dramas to throw off decision making. In fact, something is building and tension experienced now can be released in the next couple of days. Circumstances or people can almost seem to be riling you up and stimulating hidden anger, particularly in your love and/or working relationships. You’ll soon be in the position to understand your feelings and desires more clearly.
Virgo
Virgo
The Sun begins transiting your sector of career and reputation today, dear Virgo, and much of your attention is drawn to these matters for the coming month. It’s a good period for taking charge of your life and for becoming clearer about your long-term goals. Mars is currently pulling your strong attention to your personal and home life, however, and there can be a bit of a tug of war to deal with in the coming days. Lingering and unresolved problems, particularly in your domestic life, can surface for handling. It will be important to clear things up – or clear the air. Today, it can take a bit of time to fully understand the source of inner conflicts, so it’s important to avoid allowing tension to rule your behavior or drive decisions.
Libra
Libra
With the Sun’s entry into your adventure sector today, dear Libra, you’re entering a month-long cycle in which you are likely to search for greater meaning and richer experiences. Anything that expands your understanding of the world around you appeals greatly now, and this theme only becomes stronger in the coming weeks. There can be a battle going on within today, however, with Mars in minor, challenging aspect to Pluto. This is a repeat influence that occurred in March and is recurring with Mars in retrograde. Triggers of frustrations can seem to be everywhere now, and in the next couple of days, buried anger or resentment can surface, at times disruptively. However, this is a revealing time as you learn what may be driving difficult behavior, and you get a chance to finally deal with it. If hidden anger is stirred, it can be a step forward to get it out in the open.
Scorpio
Scorpio
The Sun enters Gemini today, and this influences the eighth house of your solar chart for the coming month, dear Scorpio. Intimate matters assume greater importance in your life. Personal transformations, personal power, and intimate matters fulfill you most during this cycle. There may be a strong focus on other’s money, such as the resources of a partner. You are more intense in your mood and disposition, and perhaps even secretive, at this time of year. This can be a determined and personally powerful time of year if you apply the energy of this transit constructively. Face your fears! And, do so with self-honesty in order to make the best of this Sun cycle. Today, there can be some tension building that is likely to be released in the next two days, likely revolving around values, respect, and finances. You may be feeling a rather protective need to defend yourself and your self-respect.
Sagittarius
Sagittarius
The Sun enters Gemini and your solar seventh house today, dear Sagittarius, where it will transit for the month ahead. This puts the spotlight on your close relationships, and by extension, your own expectations from others. It’s a cycle in which your personal plans may need to take a back seat to those of another. After the 27th, when Mars moves out of your sign, you’ll experience an even stronger focus on others and less on your personal needs and plans. Today and in the next couple of days, however, you can be wrestling with getting your way, or with strong desires and compulsions. Try not to push others as you seek your own answers, but pay attention to what comes bubbling up to the surface.
Capricorn
Capricorn
The Sun enters Gemini and your solar sixth house today, dear Capricorn, where it will transit for the coming month. The Sun is turning your attention to practical matters, and especially your work, routines, and health. Focusing on self-improvement through self-care programs can be especially effective. You take more pride in, and are more equipped to take charge of, your health and wellness. Frustrations that you may have operating under the surface may emerge today, possibly in disruptive ways. Even issues that you may have thought were ancient history could surface under moments of duress. In the next couple of days, you could be discovering much about your inner workings, needs, and desires.
Aquarius
Aquarius
The Sun enters your romance and creativity sector today, dear Aquarius, where it will shine for a month. This is a time when expressive and pleasure-seeking activities come into focus and grab much of your attention. You are personally charming in a spontaneous, natural way during this solar cycle. This is a time of year when you are ready to perform and to express yourself creatively. It’s a very playful cycle, and in the coming weeks you can be quite inspired creatively and emotionally. A tense aspect between Mars and Pluto today can serve to pull up buried frustrations, particularly revolving around friends or long-term goals. The next couple of days can be illuminating in this respect, allowing you to get into better touch with what changes need to be made in order to improve your sense of fulfillment.
Pisces
Pisces
The Sun enters Gemini and your sector of home and family today, dear Pisces, where it will transit for a full month. While Mars is stimulating you to take on ambitious projects, the Sun is encouraging you to tend to your hearth. This is a good cycle for family activities, home improvement, and improving your sense of safety, security, and comfort. It’s also strong for reconnecting with your roots. Today, there is some tendency for people to take things quite personally. You may want to avoid power games with people in your life, and especially friends and those in authority. Keep an emotional distance if people seem to have an agenda.
A Full Moon in idealistic Sagittarius on Saturday will inspire you to see the very best that life has to offer, even if you recognize that something pivotal needs to change first. You might reach a new level of awareness concerning your love life as well. While on Sunday, you might experience a bit of resistance coming to terms with this awakening, at the same time, you’ll realize that sometimes clarity isn’t always comfortable.
The Sun will oppose Mars followed by Mercury turning direct on Sunday. The awareness you reach will lead to you make a positive change. An awakening is coming your way. Whether or not it’s romantic, depends on what you see when you wake up.
This Weekend’s Romantic Rating*
* Heart ratings are based on the lunar cycle. They range from low to full, with low indicating a rocky weekend for romance and full indicating plenty of passionate potential.
The Moon today is in a Waxing Gibbous phase. This phase is when the moon is more than 50% illuminated but not yet a Full Moon. The phase lasts round 7 days with the moon becoming more illuminated each day until the Full Moon. During a Waxing Gibbous the moon will rise in the east in mid-afternoon and will be high in the eastern sky at sunset. The moon is then visible though most of the night sky setting a few hour before sunrise. The word Gibbous first appeared in the 14th century and has it’s roots in the Latin word “gibbous” meaning humpbacked.
PHASE DETAILS FOR – FRIDAY, MAY 20, 2016
Phase: Waxing Gibbous
Illumination: 98%
Moon Age: 13.51 days
Moon Angle: 0.49
Moon Distance: 404,745.43 km
Sun Angle: 0.53
Sun Distance: 151,416,873.08 km
The Gemini Sun is a chameleon, which makes their personality hard to describe since it changes all the time. Those born under the sign of the “Twins” have at least two personalities, but often many more. Their insatiable curiosity keeps them learning new things, and this makes many of them like walking encyclopedias of knowledge.
You might hear the laughter of Gemini Suns before you see them, since they’re always finding something absurd to giggle over. They’re great wits and their interest in people often puts them in the role of social ice breaker.
Those with Sun in Gemini might be hard to pin down, but if you accept this shape-shifting quality, they’re excellent friends. This can even be true in a relationship, where they need an intellectual rapport with their mate. The ideal companions for them are those that think at their same speed of light, and don’t tie them up in one dull topic.
They need a certain kind of space to grow, and those close to them don’t try to hold on too tightly.
The Gemini knows that the world is vast and full of endless fascinations to explore. If the door is open in a relationship for them to come and go at will, they’ll prove their own brand of loyalty over time.
The Gemini needs to be able to reinvent themselves many times and to follow the threads of inspiration wherever they lead. This can make them seem restless and inconsistent – another name for it is flaky. They’re always called the dilettante of the Zodiac because they’ll try anything once, and usually do! But once the Gemini finds a subject through that is worthy of that incredible kaleidoscopic mind, a deeper mastery can be sought and achieved.
The Gemini is a charmer and a clown. And often they wear a silly grin, as if they get the cosmic joke that all is well and it’s okay to sample everything from the smorgasbord of life.
Friday (Venus): Love, friendship, reconciliation, and beauty.
Pardon of the Singers (British)
Waxing Moon The Waxing Moon (from the New Moon to the Full) is the ideal time for magic to draw things toward you.
Moon Phase: Second Quarter
Moon Sign: Scorpio Scorpio: Increases awareness of psychic power. Precipitates psychic crises and ends connections thoroughly. People tend to brood and become secretive.
Sun enter Gemini 10:36 am Gemini: Things begun now are easily changed by outside influence. Time for shortcuts, communication, games, and fun.
The Chariot is the representation of Victory and the personality traits required to attain victory. The Chariot indicates self-awareness and control. Courage—the ability to overcome fear and confront the unknown head on–is a primary ingredient of any victorious campaign and is denoted by the Chariot. So too is force of will. Often success is as much the product of will power and a refusal to surrender as it is anything else. The Chariot also represents the healthy personality of someone who believes in themselves; someone who can take control of the situation and bring events to a positive end. His successes come in competition with others.
The Empress is “The Earth Mother” of the Tarot. She embodies all that is nurturing, clean and wholesome. Her powers resonate from her drive to create and care for life on a grand scale. She is in tune with Nature’s rhythm and realizes that life’s most pleasurable moments often stem from the simplest things. She is not afraid to enjoy herself–to let loose—to the point of being lavish. Abundance and luxury are important to her. The Empress is completely comfortable with her femininity and her sexuality. She is sensual, earthy, generous, and likes the good life. Still, her driving force is a need to create and nurture, and fulfilling this need overrides everything else.
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