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THE WITCHES’ REDE OF CHIVALRY

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THE WITCHES’ REDE OF CHIVALRY

Insofar as The Craft Of The Wise is the most ancient and most honourable creed of humankind, it behoves all who would be witches to act in ways that give respect to the Old Gods and Goddesses, to their brothers and sisters of The Craft, and to themselves

Chivalry is a high code of honour, which is of most ancient Pagan origin and must be lived by all who follow the Old Ways.

Know well that thoughts and intent put forth will wax strong on many planes of existence and return, bringing into creation that which has been sent forth. For this reason the adept must exercise discipline over his or her thoughts. Remember, ” as you sow, so shall you harvest”

It is only by preparing our minds to be as Gods that we may one day unite with the Godhead.

“This above all … to thine own self be true…”

A witch’s word must have the validity of a signed and witnessed document. It is only by developing such mental discipline that great power may be controlled and directed

It is well to refrain from speaking ill of others for not all truths of the matter may be known

Pass not unverified words about another. For the most part hearsay is a thing of falsehoods

Be honest with others. Have them know that honesty is likewise expected of them

The fury of the moment plays havoc with the truth. Strive always to keep your head

Harm not another. Think always of the consequences of your actions

Dignity, a gracious manner, and a good humour are much to be admired

As a witch you wield much power. Therefore exercise much discretion in its use

Courage and honour endure forever.

Offer friendship only to those worthy of it. To associate with younger souls will only pull you down

Those who follow the mysteries must be above reproach in the eyes of the world

Keep pride in thyself. Seek perfection in body and in mind

February 2019 Energy Report

February 2019 Energy Report

Jennifer Hoffman
a message from Jennifer Hoffman

We’re into another month and this one will be focused on cleaning up after the chaos of January. Remember that chaos is the result of dis-integration of old paradigms and we’re seeing a lot of that now. The energy focus for February is connection and the other 5D energies of collaboration, community, and creativity (which is also the theme of 2019). This can be a great month if we don’t get lost in confusion, self doubt, and forgetting that we are masters of our own universe and energetically sovereign.

February’s new moon is another one in the series that began in November 2018 where all of the new moons are at 0 degrees of their sign, which continues through April. The number zero (0) does not mean nothing, it is pure potential and means no-thing, energy waiting for an intention to bring it to form, energy looking for an energy container to fill. So see each new moon period until May as being pure potential, starting fresh and new. This new moon is in the sign of Aquarius, ruling community, friends, social groups, and connections.

Does that remind you of what’s going on in the world now? Think of how many connections we make via the internet that has created an interconnected global community. Think about the Q movement (whether you follow it or not) and the strong global community of an estimated 500 million or more dedicated, loyal, and committed followers it has. This is not a political statement, it’s an example of 5D energy at work which is all about community, connections, and expanding our awareness of ourselves as the human family on a global and universal level.

We also have a full moon at 15 Virgo on February 19 and this one brings Chiron, the wounded healer, into focus again. Chiron has been a huge factor in all of the work we have been doing for the past two years as its presence in Pisces brings up the old, deep, and very traumatic soul wounding we have suffered from for many lifetimes. These are being brought to our awareness and attention now because we say we want to ascend and these old soul wounds keep us grounded in their energy of pain and trauma. This is especially true this month as we have Chiron at the final degree of Pisces which Mercury will highlight later this month as it approaches this degree to begin its retrograde in March.

Yes we have a Mercury retrograde in March and its shadow begins on February 21 at the degree of the March 6 new moon. Prepare for an extra strong dose of healing potential all month and into March. I’ve described the special relationship between Chiron and Mercury, Virgo and Pisces before so I won’t elaborate here. Just know that with this month’s emphasis on relationships and love, with Valentine’s Day, having all of this Chiron energy bringing up soul wounds may be a bit difficult but it’s a reminder to close out these old karmic relationship and love energy cycles that have been so painful and unfulfilling so we can welcome new ones.

Let’s talk about Valentine’s Day, a day which some of you may look forward to, some may ignore entirely, and others dread it because it reminds them of how long it has been since they have had a relationship, or it is a reminder of every bad, failed, tough, and terrible relationship they have ever had.

Instead of being sad, mad, depressed, or angry this Valentine’s Day, do something nice for yourself. Treat yourself to a spa day, do something you enjoy, buy yourself some flowers, send yourself a beautiful card with a note about how wonderful and valuable you are, or treat yourself to a lovely lunch or dinner at your favorite restaurant.

Do you know that the word ‘restaurant’ is from a French word which means ‘to restore or revive’?

Why wait until someone comes into your life to do these things for you? Show yourself some love this month and then enjoy yourself while you’re doing it. And who knows, by going out and doing something nice you just may meet someone.

Miracle energy is high this month, so be prepared to use it.

This month we get a test of our energetic sovereignty and have the opportunity to explore our energetic maturity, which can be a lesson in how we move on from the past.

Do we get stuck in the energy of the past or are we going to move forward into the future?

Does the past define us in the present moment or is it just a blip on the radar of our life that serves as a reminder of where we have been that we do not want to visit again?

Or it’s about the lessons we learned that we’re going to use as a foundation to create stronger energy boundaries, more powerful intentions, and a greater focus on our self esteem, which we must have to become more self-loving.

We can be a drop looking for an ocean or the vast ocean itself.

Remember we cannot have someone in our life who loves us more than we love ourselves. This month’s focus on love and relationship can start with the relationship we have with ourselves, it is our most important one. January may have created a mess but in February we have the tools to clean it up and restore ourselves to our divine congruence that brings peace, joy, love, prosperity and most of all, harmony.

Time to get out the mop, bucket, broom, and dustpan and get to work. Have a wonderful month.

 

Copyright (c) 2019 by Jennifer Hoffman. All rights reserved. You may quote, translate, reprint or refer to this message if you mention the author name and include a working link to http://enlighteninglife.com

We Are Running Late, So Let’s Get Started With The Witches’ Affirmation

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Witches Affirmation

A witch is…
One who has power over her/his own life
One who makes his/her own rules, but can abide by the rules of Nature
One who refuses to submit to self-denial
One who recognizes no authority with greater esteem than her/his own, who is loyal to self
One who is untamed and tamed
One who transforms energy for the good of all
One who can be passionate about her/his ideals and values as they are changing
One who is explosive, whose intensity is like volcanoes, floods, winds, and fire
One who is disorderly and orderly
One who is ecstatic
One who alters reality
One who says, “I am a witch” aloud three times

“I am a witch”
“I am a witch”
“I am a witch”

Good Monday Morning Brothers & Sisters of the Craft!

Harm None

The Night Belongs to Us

As the world sleeps
We awake

We look towards the moon
She sends her power

Feeling the wind
We gather her strength

Our capes flap in the wind
Wind encircles us

Taking hold of our brooms
Control comes to us

We ride high this night
Our silhouettes against the moon

Ride high my Brothers & Sisters
The night belongs to us

–A Witch’s Prayerbook
JoAnne Spiese

Goddess Knowledge – Pele

Pele is the fiery Hawaiian volcano goddess. The daughter of the earth goddess Haimea, Pele came to Hawaii on a boat. Killed in a fight with her sister, the ocean, sho took refuge in the glowing cauldron of Mount Kilauea (this is the volcano that had the major eruption in July 2018 – a link will be below) where she receives the souls of the dead and regenerates them with fire. In a tempestuous relationship with Kamapua`a the ferocious pig god,  she is portrayed as a jealous goddess, her rages manifesting as volcanic eruptions. Revered by Hawaiians even today, she carries the force of the volcano, with its molten lava flow, which even in destrud=ction creates new land. Pele stands for the molten, fierce aspect of life that is unable to do anything halfway. She reminds us that even in the midst of fiery eruption there s creation and new life.

More Information About Pele

Images Of Pele

More Information on Pele’s Home – Mount Kilauea, Hawaii

Another Site’s Responds to My Rantings On The Governor Of VA., & His Opinions on Abortion

The Commentary Gazette®

 

We are the new Spartans

From what I have been reading and hearing from the news media, it will now be legal to abort an infant new born, up to and even at the moment of “birthing.” It have has long been a debate in the United states concerning the “rights of a woman’s body” i.e. abortion. But no one has yet addressed the “right of suicide.” Its also my body do I not have the right to end it as I see fit? Even under the assistance of a medical physician, to relieve my suffering from some form of terminal illness. But yet this is considered a form of mental illness, and punishable by law. Where does the difference lie. The hypocrisy of “it’s my body”, does not apply to the “use of drugs, ingested for personal use”, that’s a crime. Where is the difference, it’s my body still. Taking a life is the same. The Spartan whom we , or at lease I was taught, were barbaric by the practice of taking new born infant and placing it upon a mountain side, once it had been decided unfit to live, according to the code of the prevailing society, to die. Many its just me, but where is the difference? It’s called infanticide, killing of the young.

You know the NAZI did the same thing in the 1930’s in Germany, they used a process call “euthanasia”, which used a calculated formula to decide whether a person was beneficial to the state, or of a political threat to the state, sometimes the lines blurred. During the International Military Tribunal of Major War Criminals of 1945-46, it was ruled that these acts were crimes against Humanity. The whole sale murder of the innocent, was wrong. How more innocent can any human being be, other than the new or un-born infants?

Birth control, a simple effective to a point, preventive method to the abortion problem. Humanity from the beginning of our collective awareness of each other, have been a brutal, merciless creature. Destroying each other without remorse, disregarding the empty shell that once housed the miracle of life in to the fires of destruction, or left to be devoured by the beast of the world. We are not a civilized species, we are not the ascended enlighten intelligent species, we are still the base primal animals that for however millions of years ago decided to walk up right, build a nest, and feed ourselves from the fruits of the land, yet our mind set has not evolved to meet the technical advances. I do admit that we are above the swine of the earth, they eat their young, we just toss them in the trash.

It may be your body, but it is till some one else’s life, think of how the world would be if your mother aborted?

Thank you for taking the time to read this, Comrades

Eddy Toorall

 

 

This is the site I occasionally do the horoscopes and a few other things on. I am glad to finally hear from somebody on this subject. Oh and by the way, he is having his first year anniversary of blogging on WordPress. I know you have given him support by visiting his site and I appreciate that. I was wondering if maybe some of you might stop by and wish him a Happy Anniversary. He is a very intelligent man, a retired professor and sometimes he is too smart for his own good. But when he makes a point he makes a point. Go, Commentary Gazette! Stop by and please wish him a Happy Anniversary. Thank you, Lady A

 

Commentary Gazette

Just one little “Happy Anniversary” please!

We are now out of “Maintenance Mode,” Please Read The Following Post, Thank You!

I know, I know, anything to get out of work, lol! No, just one of those things that has to be done every month. We will be back up and running tomorrow, I swear. I am also going to add some new merchandise to the store, Magickal Necessities later on today. We have several new items for Spring and we have got to get them on there or else, we will be stuck with them.

You know this morning when I came to the site, I was really surprised. I expected to see some comments on the post I made yesterday about the abortion law trying to be passed in Virginia. Not a single one. What? What’s up? I will admit it was a rather hot-headed rant but it seems at times that is the only way I can get things done. So if it was too hot-headed I apologize. I do have good news though, the governor of Virginia is now being asked to resign. It’s not over his abortion policies but over the black face/KKK photo of him from his year book. I listened to him give his apology speech and change his story about the photo. I have deducted the man is a swine. But I had already figured that out listening to his abortion laws that he wanted added to the pre-existing ones. Back to the topic at hand, he is being asked to resign which he refuses to do. If he stays in office, he will basically be a lame duck governor. He won’t be able to do anything or pass any legislation.

You know I got to wondering last night, if this whole mess with the photo is just a distraction from the abortion laws he is trying to get passed. I don’t trust politicians worth a damn and neither should you. I think the man needs to hit the road. I wonder if the people of Virginia knew what he was planning on doing when he got in office. I wonder if he told them, he was going to pass a law so newborn babies could be slaughtered. I don’t think so, who in their right mind would want that kind of animal to hold public office. I wouldn’t and I don’t believe most of you would either.

I have already been up and tracking down some useful information for us. I got the link to email the governor of Virginia. It is a direct link that goes straight to the Governor’s Office. I was just sort of wondering if perhaps while I am up-dating the sites, if you might do me a little favor. Email the bastard. The link I am going to give you has a spot so you can leave a comment. Now I am not telling you what to write, but……if you do, you could bring up the black face photo and you could throw in his views on abortion. Then perhaps, something like….

“Even though the Black Face photo is a hot button topic, the real reason I want him removed from office is because his views on abortion. Painting yourself up as another race is appalling in itself but the killing of newborn infants is criminal. With what has come to light in the past few weeks and months, you should resign your office immediately,” (or something like that). 

It is just an idea, but I hope you will write his office. He needs to go. He is dangerous and we don’t need these kind of people holding public office and dictating what rules we are to live by. You can go back through history and find dozens of examples of people just idly standing by watching others be killed. Are you willing to stand by and watch innocent babies being slaughtered? I sincerely hope not. If it gets started in this country, where will it end? Please follow the link and write to the Governor’s Office of Virginia and express your views on this man and his views. Get him out of office.

Now I am off to work, we will be back tomorrow in full force. Have a very blessed Sunday and please don’t forget to drop a line to the Governor of Virginia. This is a very important issue, probably more important than some of you realize. So please drop him a note and let him know how you feel. Thank you.

Love ya,

Lady of the Abyss

Link to Governor’s Office of Virginia:

https://www.governor.virginia.gov/constituent-services/communicating-with-the-governors-office/

You Charged Up And Ready to Go Now….

Everybody else around here is sleeping in this morning. Right after the Sun came up and we greeted Him, you never saw like the witches flying for their cars, lol! Seriously! They were all so sleepy, they couldn’t wait to get home and go to bed. I offered for some of them to stay here and sleep if they wanted too but I believe they know me to well. I am a natural night owl. I always have been and probably always will be. So with all them gone home to take a long nap, you are stuck with me, you poor witch, lol!

Seriously, something has been bothering me and the more I hear about it, the more it bothers me. It is probably a subject I shouldn’t even bring up on this glorious morning but….since this is the season of rebirth and reawakening, it does seem appropriate, in a way. The topic I am referring to is abortion. I have always did my best to stay away from this topic but now I can’t, not anymore. I have very mixed feelings about the subject. I guess in one way, I might be considered pro-choice and on the other hand, I might not be. I can understand and approve of abortion if it involves rape, incest or the mother’s life is in danger. But have you been listening to some of the new proposals that some states are trying to pass on this issue.

If you haven’t, then you need to wake up and smell the coffee. In other words, pay close attention to what your state government leaders are trying to do in regards to the abortion laws. Not all of them, but some. I know in Kentucky, our governor hasn’t mentioned changing any of the state abortion laws. At one time, he did want to close all the abortion centers and that went over like a lead balloon. Our neighboring state, Virginia has taken a different stand on abortion and absolutely sickens me and it should you too. Ralph Northam is the governor of Virginia and I am sure you know him now in regards to the photo of him from school (the black face and KKK one). It seems this photo has overshadowed his views on abortion. I heard him speak on the radio the other day about his views on abortion. He wants to extend the length a mother can have an abortion, right up to the moment the woman is delivering a baby. He described it fully, the woman is in labor and has the baby and then the abortion can be done. I had to stop and think on that one. A woman gives birth to a living human being and then they decide if they want to do an abortion on this new life. What? He said if the baby needed to be revived they would revive it, if the mother decided to do that. Then they would make the infant as comfortable as possible while they decided if they wanted to terminate the life of the infant. He later went on to explain what he said had been taken out of context. He clarified if the baby had any defects that would effect the quality of life of the infant, then the decision to abort the infant would come up for discussion.

There is a lot of questions regarding this matter as far as I am concerned. My main one is that they are basically killing a living human being. I believe a fetus becomes a infant and a viable life at the moment of conception. Now you have this helpless, little infant laying in a nice comfortable bed, which of course, they have provided. They are going to make this infant as comfortable as possible(his words). Why? This proves to me that they consider it a life. But they only do this to turn around and ends its life. Doesn’t that go against the Oath a doctor takes. He is not to kill life, he is to try to protect it  and save it at any and all possible measures. So I can’t understand any doctor who upholds the Oath he took to become a doctor actually killing an infant, deformed or not. If he does, I know I sure wouldn’t want him for a doctor. Would you? Then if the parents decide they don’t want the baby because it is deformed there are other options besides killing the little baby. Yeah, I went from infant to a baby, because that is actually what it is, and they want to destroy it. There are millions of people who would love to have a baby. There are people who wouldn’t care if the baby was deformed, they would love it, care for it and give it the best life possible. Why kill it? That is the part I don’t understand. If a pregnant mother is in a car wreck and unfortunately, she and the baby are killed, if the right circumstances involving that wreck were there, they would charge the other driver with killing two individuals. The mother and the unborn child. But yet, you have this adorable, cooing little baby and they want to out and out kill it. What has happened to people? I truly want to know what the hell they are thinking.

Oh and the reason I am calling this to your attention is because it is not only in Virginia, I read this  morning New York is also considering this. It never fails if one can get away with it, then another will try it and so on and so on. As I mentioned earlier, I am for abortion in certain circumstance, rape, incest and the mother’s life being in danger but this new extension of abortion, NO! I cannot even imagine a doctor suggesting it. I would consider a doctor that does this and oh, by the way, one question that hasn’t been answered yet, how would they kill this infant. They want to call it abort, I call a spade a spade, they would be killing it. How do they plan on doing this? Knocking it in the head they way they do cows, ringing it neck like a chicken, sounds cruel. Murdering a new born child is cruel. We can’t let something like this go on it our society. We are taught to cherish and respect all life. There are no stipulations on that life whether it is deformed or not, we are taught to respect it, protect it and help it in anyway we can.

I want you to watch your governors. See what they are up too. Check out the bills they are trying to pass or the amendments they are trying to add to existing laws. One state tries, there will be others that follow and we can’t let that happen. We have to protect the innocent. We have to prevent these laws from being passed and added to the abortion laws. We have to get enraged. We have to get up off our asses and do whatever it takes to stop such hideous laws even being presented for consideration. If we don’t, we are no better than the doctors that will be killing these babies. We have to be the voice for the innocent, if not us, who then? The world has gone crazy and now with this new proposal on the table for abortion, if it passes then mankind is doomed. We will no longer be humans, we will be animals.

Watch your state governors for us. If you hear of any such proposals in your state, let us know. You know my position on this issue and I hope you agree with me. If you don’t, that is your right. But I guarantee you one thing, we will do everything in our power to prevent this law from being added to the states’ abortion laws.

Thank you for listening. I am sorry to bring this up on Imbolc but it has been eating at me and eating at me. It really got to me this morning when I was watching the Sun come up. I thought about those babies being aborted after being born. Never seeing such a beautiful sunrise as I saw today and I shed a tear. There are other ways of handling these unwanted babies. Let people who would care for them and love them have them. Then they would be given the chance to see the same beautiful sunrise I saw this morning.

Lady of the Abyss

 

Now after venting, I was informed the office aquarium stunk, so I have got to go clean it out. Hmm, that goes along with Imbolc, I will cleansing the tank. Good witch, good!

Your Daily & Witches Rune for February 1

Your Daily Rune for February 1

Berkano

“The most obvious Truth is hidden deep within, and only you will ever know it.”

Berkano – “Burr-can-oh” – Literally: “Birch Goddess” – Esoteric: Birth, Sanctuary

Rune of continued growth and continual rebirth or renewal in all things. The rune of becoming.

Psi: secrecy, silence, safety, mature wisdom, dependence

Energy: container/releaser, female fertility, trees and plantlife

Mundane: motherhood, healing, gardening, child raising, the womb

Divinations: Birth, becoming, life changes, shelter, liberation, sanctuary, secrets; or blurring of consciousness, deceit, sterility, stagnation, conspiracy, insecurity

Governs:
Rebirth in the spirit
Strengthens the power of secrecy
Works of concealment and protection
To contain and hold other powers together
Realization of stillness, the Now-ness of all things
Bringing ideas to fruition in the creative process

Daily Witches Rune

February 1, 2019

The Rings

Keywords: Love, relationships.

Meanings: The Rings is the rune of love and when it is the leading stone, it is a positive answer to your question. It is very much a rune of relationship and can indicate engagement, marriage or a new/renewed relationship. It can also indicate the need for a fresh approach to an existing relationship.

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Shuffling the Cards, Your Influences for the Weekend of February 1

Your Weekend Influences

 

Tarot Influence

The Six of Wands Reversed

Success may be delayed. Be wary of accomplished enemies

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Astrological Influence

Pisces

Pisces brings intelligence and perception to the forefront. This may be a time to rely more on serendipity than cold, hard facts.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Element Influence

Fire Reversed

Fire reversed denotes calamity that may be on a catastrophic level. Prepare to deal with changes you do not want.

Your Daily Tarot Cards for February 1

Your Daily Tarot Card for Feb. 1

The Sun

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Keywords: joy, friendship, union, stability, brotherly love!

Astrological Correspondence: Sun

The Sun card stands as a symbol for the paternal, masculine energy, the cosmic father, and brotherly love. Being regarded as the primary source of life, light, and warmth, the Sun banishes the darkness so that we may see our path clearly and are enlightened within. As a result, we can see the truth and understand its impact. The Sun card is representative of energy, good health, virility, opportunity, generosity, self-confidence, success, marriage, children, and material wealth. These positive elements provide us with the confidence that we will be successful in all our endeavors, be it in the spiritual, material, or emotional realm. We need to be aware of the negative elements such as boisterousness, arrogance, vanity, and false appearance that can induce failure or uncertainty.

Your Love Tarot Card for February 1

Strength

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

This card is your permission to reveal your strength. You can show someone that you can deal with a situation with confidence today. If necessary, this card reassures you of your own power. If single, the Tarot’s Strength selected you to let you know that ‘next time’ you will enter into a new union as an equal partner. As one-half of a couple, you are an equal partner.

Your Daily Egyptian Tarot Card for February 1

The Star

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

The Star has risen above the masses and shines down upon you from above. It is what you dream on and whisper your hopes to. This is why the Star card can denote success coming to as an artist, because the artist in you is what can make your dreams come true. When your dreams come true, you immediately forget most of the pain you have suffered getting here. The Star card says keep on dreaming, because dreams really do come true.

Your Egyptian Love Tarot Card for February 1

The Hanged Man

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

The Hanged Man card can sometimes make you feel like you are at the mercy of outside forces. If you feel like a victim in regard to love and romance in your life right now, be assured that these feelings won’t last forever. In the short-term, meditation, prayer, and spending time in reflection will help you move through this period more gracefully and in a more open frame of mind.

 

Get A Jump On Tomorrow, Your Daily Horoscope for Saturday, February 2

Your Daily Horoscope for Saturday, February 2

By Kelli Fox

Aries

March 21- April 19

You’re hardly in the mood to get down to business today, but buckle down anyway, and tackle whatever is on your to-do list. If you don’t, a pessimistic mood could set in before you know it. Soon you’ll be snapping at your coworker or spouse — and you’ll only regret it later. But working long and hard toward a particular goal that means a lot to you can help you avoid that type of issue.

Taurus

April 20-May 20

It’s time to start reining in your spending and eating habits. It’s just so easy for you to slip into excessive behaviours — spending too much on food and other treats for yourself and your friends, or eating far too many goodies at parties or in the break room at work. But today is a good day to get back on track. You’re feeling grounded and you know what to do.

Gemini

May 21-June 21

It could take time to get used to the new energy moving in today. You’re feeling less excited and excitable than you have been; you may even be in a slight slump. Any financial worries you may have don’t help much, either. If you’re concerned for your future or your career status, spend some time today revisiting your budget or making solid plans for your next big steps in life. You’ll feel better.

Cancer

June 22-July 22

Today, serious doubts creep into your consciousness about money and the future. Suddenly, you’re feeling worried, especially if you know you’ve been living outside your means recently. But don’t waste too much time feeling pessimistic about your current financial or career status. Instead, sit down and make a plan to pay off any credit card debt and save money for the future. Establishing a solid plan will make you feel more in control.

Leo

July 23-August 22

There could be a stark contrast between recent fun and the sombre mood that descends over you today. Suddenly, life seems a little less colourful, and that may depress you. But try not to give in to discouraged thinking. Isn’t it good to have a little break from all the fun? Now you can get your budget under control and set up a plan to pay off credit card debt.

Virgo

August 23-September 22

A sober, hardworking mood sets in today, and you’re secretly glad — or, perhaps not so secretly. The frivolous fun and speculative ventures of the past few days have made you nervous, especially if spending extra money was involved. But now you can revisit your budget and get back on track, and this fills you with a sense of purpose. You’re comfortable working within limits you understand, so enjoy it today.

Libra

September 23-October 22

A sombre mood descends today, which is especially noticeable after the all fun of recent weeks. You might even feel a little down or discouraged, but if you tap into the side of your nature that responds well to the need for balance, you’ll feel better. Now you can make up for any recent excessive behaviours. That’s right, Libra — it’s time to start living within your means again. Make a plan and stick to it.

Scorpio

October 23 – November 22

You’re enjoying a surge of energy and purpose today. Even if you don’t have to go to the office or studio, you’re still thinking about work — what projects you plan to focus on next, and how much you’ll charge for your services. You have a strong sense of your own self-worth, and that’s a good thing. Creating a secure future means properly valuing the contributions you make to the world.

Sagittarius

November 23-December 20

Has the excitement of the past few days caught up with you? You’re certainly feeling a bit low-energy, which is unusual for you. Follow your body’s cues. Strike a balance today between being active and laying low. The current energy is both grounding and motivating, so spend the morning working quietly toward a long-term goal. Then get some endurance-based exercise in the afternoon, such as a long walk or run.

Capricorn

December 21-January 19

You’re starting a brand-new cycle of motion and motivation, one that will play out for the next month. What a wonderful, uncommon confluence of energies! Be sure to take advantage. You’re a master at achieving your goals, so take some steps toward a meaningful one today. Stay grounded, too. Keep up your energy with endurance-based exercise, such as running, walking or yoga.

Aquarius

January 20-February 18

You’re a thinker by nature, but focus today on staying grounded in your body. Go for a long walk or do some yoga on your living room floor. Eat foods that are densely nutritious. Then focus on your future. It’s time to take some solid steps toward a more secure life, whether that means adjusting your budget, looking for a new, better job, enrolling in classes or anything else that will improve your standing.

Pisces

February 19-March 20

Low energy could catch up with you today. Maybe it’s all the recent fun, and the stress, too. Take today to rest and recuperate as much as your schedule allows. Be realistic about your feelings, your relationships and your general life situation, but avoid pessimistic thinking. If you slip into gloomy thoughts, distract yourself with practical tasks around the house, such as cleaning or balancing your checkbook.

Your Daily Horoscope for Friday, February 1

Your Daily Horoscope for Friday, February 1

By Kelli Fox

Aries

March 21- April 19

You may have to slow down a little today — not the easiest thing for someone whose instinct is to ram their way through life! But look on the bright side. All those little details you usually don’t have time for are much more noticeable when you’re not running at breakneck speed. And that fine print can make or break a deal in the long run, so do yourself a favour now and ease up on the gas.

Taurus

April 20-May 20

This should be a good day for you. You’re productive and practical, and being grounded feels right. Your timing is excellent, and you’re firm and steady. Others look up to you for advice, and it’s no wonder — not only do you give savvy pointers, you also encourage others and share your handy pool of resources. You’ll take yourself far today. Just remember to sleep tonight!

Gemini

May 21-June 21

Go briskly about your business today. Attend to the practical concerns of your life, no matter how widespread they might be. If you’re spreading yourself too thin, consider getting help. Make a list of the things you need assistance with, and then keep your eyes open. Someone may cross your path who meets your needs. Be ready to approach them with a sensible offer when they come along.

Cancer

June 22-July 22

Devote yourself today to creating a secure future for yourself and your loved ones. Whether that means putting money in the bank, cleaning your home or office, or taking care of business and personal relationships, you’re all over it. If outer circumstances don’t force you to take charge of these matters, your ‘inner parent’ will. There’s just no escaping the sense of duty and devotion today.

Leo

July 23-August 22

Your leadership skills are tested today, as some person or condition in your life forces you to hold the line. Look at it this way: You’re exercising your inner strength and character. Just like building muscle mass, these qualities get stronger when you use them, so look at this as an opportunity to assert your authority and position. People look up to you when you do.

Virgo

August 23-September 22

Work is an intense, focused endeavour today. Details are no match for your hawk-like vision or your attention to the fine print. You’ll leave others in the dust as you work circles around them, barely taking a break. You subsist on snacks, even when there’s a full lunch spread in the conference room — you’re just too busy to partake! Take a deep breath, ground yourself and take a break. You’ll actually get more done that way.

Libra

September 23-October 22

You want to be liked, respected and admired by your peers. You aren’t going for glory, but you do want your efforts on behalf of others to be noticed and appreciated. Today, apply yourself to this seemingly invisible work, and trust that it’s less invisible than you realise. Important people are seeing what you’re up to, and you do a lot of good when you use your energy to help people less fortunate than you.

Scorpio

October 23 – November 22

You feel good about being so in control of your life today. You feel a solid sense of satisfaction as you roll up your sleeves and get to work. With this attitude, you can get a lot done. Organise yourself early by making a prioritise list of all your tasks, and check each one off as you accomplish it. You’ll make great headway today, and sleep really well tonight.

Sagittarius

November 23-December 20

Do more than just dream about the future. Now, while your creative energy is strong, think seriously about what you really want to do, create or achieve in the coming weeks, months and years. Picture yourself in the future and consider what you need to do now to make it happen. Let this guide your decisions in the foreseeable future, so your dream becomes tangible reality.

Capricorn

December 21-January 19

You’re forging ahead with great energy, surefooted as you head toward your goals. Moving forward at this slow, steady pace, you’re sure to make substantial gains by the end of the day. Of course, you’ve kept up this effort for several days now. By evening, call it good enough. Rest your body, even if your mind doesn’t want to cooperate. Remember practical activities like exercising, eating and sleeping. These are important for keeping your body strong.

Aquarius

January 20-February 18

You’re squirming today against some external attempt to confine your movements or your creativity. Of course, you’re ultra-sensitive to any type of restriction, so this certainly doesn’t sit well with you. Whether it’s something as straightforward as a traffic jam or as complicated as a relationship doesn’t matter. It’s not the exact situation that matters as much as your reaction to it. Go for the mature, civilised approach today.

Pisces

February 19-March 20

Be sure to come down to earth for at least a little while before the day is over. You’re drifting through life in your usual state of dreamy wonder, despite the serious atmosphere surrounding you, and it’ll be hard to keep your feet on the ground. At least everyone who knows you knows what to expect, so they’ll be tolerant if you seem a little spaced out.