What’s Next in Astrology? Quite A Bit!

What’s Next in Astrology

Jeff Jawer                

Jeff Jawer on the topics of transits, planets, astrology, aspects

Mars opposite Jupiter, Venus in Libra & Mercury in Sagittarius

Sunday, Oct. 28

Three significant planetary events make this a very dynamic day. In fact, all of them are moving in positive directions. Active Mars’ opposition to expansive Jupiter increases optimism and encourages risk-taking. Aim high but avoid spreading yourself too thin. Sociable Venus’ entry into her airy home sign Libra adds grace and enhances artistic abilities. The famed peacemaking qualities of this transit encourage harmonious alliances. Cerebral Mercury rockets into Sagittarius to emphasize long-term visions. This alignment supports the enthusiastic Mars-Jupiter opposition but could be overly optimistic in its thinking and excessive in its actions. Promising more than can be delivered or falling short of goals can be prevented by putting all the small pieces in place to give big plans the solid foundation required for success.

New Moon Report for May 24th – Mercury in Gemini

 

Mercury in Gemini

Thursday, May 24, 4:12 am PDT, 7:12 am EDT

Chatty Mercury is more talkative than ever in its airy home sign. Minds open and words flow with ease, perhaps too much at times as thoughts may be spoken carelessly and data accepted uncritically. Getting the most out of the intellectual richness and verbal skills of this transit requires some discernment. All ideas are not equal and all information is not useful. Keeping one’s purpose and priorities in the foreground helps to avoid these tempting distractions.

New Moon Report for March 5th – Venus in Taurus

New Moon Report for March 5th

by Jeff Jawer

 

Venus in Taurus

Monday, March 5, 2:25 am PST, 5:25 am EST

Alluring Venus’ return to her earthy home sign increases the potential for physical pleasure. All we need to do is to stop and appreciate the sweet things that delight our senses. This satisfying transit reminds us to find comfort by accepting ourselves as we are instead of trying so hard to become someone else. Still, resistance to change can lock down relationships and restrict us to familiar tastes and habits. Exercising a little flexibility goes a long way to overcome this self-limiting pattern.

Daily Horoscopes for Monday, September 19th

Although loving Venus is very powerful in her home sign of fair-minded Libra, we may not be so objective today as her stressful square with passionate Pluto yesterday brought intense emotions to the surface. Raw feelings linger and we might provoke a showdown if our needs differ from someone else’s, especially now that expressive Mars is in demonstrative Leo. Meanwhile the changeable Gemini Moon is subdued by a midday trine to enduring Saturn.

 

Aries Horoscope
Aries Horoscope (Mar 21 – Apr 19)

You are very excited, but you can’t necessarily put your finger on the reason for your current good mood. You might even feel okay in the face of something unpleasant that you learn today. Someone may place an obstacle on your path to happiness, but you probably won’t even mind because you’re able to dance your way around nearly anything that stands in your way now. Still, it’s wise to allow plenty of time to finish your work because everything could take longer than you think.

Taurus Horoscope
Taurus Horoscope (Apr 20 – May 20)

It’s difficult to make a significant decision today since it feels like you’re being pulled in several different directions. Usually you’re able to process complex issues and condense the information into one simple conclusion, but no single solution seems correct now. Don’t force an answer; it will come naturally on its own.

Gemini Horoscope
Gemini Horoscope (May 21 – Jun 20)

You aren’t very sure of yourself today as the Moon in your adaptable sign squares mental Mercury. You may become self-critical if you’re having trouble dealing with the more practical side of life. Fortunately, you know that you’ll figure things out, but it could take another day or two. If you can’t put the big picture together yet, just concentrate on the little pieces of the puzzle until everything fits into place.

Cancer Horoscope
Cancer Horoscope (June 21 – Jul 22)

You’re ready for a change, but oddly enough, you don’t necessarily know what you want. You may try to overcompensate for your fear of the unknown by acting with false bravado. However, faking your enthusiasm will only complicate the situation even further, so just be as honest as you can by telling others what you are truly feeling.

Leo Horoscope
Leo Horoscope (Jul 23 – Aug 22)

You may be very entertaining today, but putting on a show won’t likely bring you the happiness you seek. Instead of pretending that you have it all together, preparing for a later performance can make a big difference. However, it’s important to strike a balance between following the script and being flexible enough to improvise in the present moment. Aside from practicing your lines, listen to those around you and respond from your heart.

Virgo Horoscope
Virgo Horoscope (Aug 23 – Sep 22)

You may not want to retreat from a position you recently took, but you might realize today that you were too eager or overly confident. Finally, reality is starting to set in and you might see the consequences of your undelivered promises and unfinished work. But don’t waste any energy being mad at yourself. The best thing to do is apologize if necessary and then move on.

Libra Horoscope
Libra Horoscope (Sep 23 – Oct 22)

You may not actually hear voices today, but you’re likely aware of the guidance you’re receiving from aliens, angels or your subconscious mind. One thing is for certain: this isn’t business as usual. Something strange and wonderful is occurring now, so don’t push it away. Pay attention to the symbols that appear in your fantasies and dreams because they could contain the message you have been seeking all along.

Scorpio Horoscope
Scorpio Horoscope (Oct 23 – Nov 21)

You are usually attracted to the mysteries of life, yet now you prefer straightforward answers to more practical concerns. Sadly, there isn’t an easy way out today so it’s better to seek satisfaction by contemplating the meaning of life, rather than wasting time chasing your tail. Just keep in mind that letting go is not the same thing as giving up.

Sagittarius Horoscope
Sagittarius Horoscope (Nov 22 – Dec 21)

You’re still a bit too serious today because you don’t want to scale back your plans just to make them more realistic. Even if you’re being tested by current circumstances, there’s no good reason to lose confidence. You can realize your dreams, but it helps to compromise. If you acknowledge the things that are not negotiable, you may be surprised at how fast you progress to establishing common ground.

Capricorn Horoscope
Capricorn Horoscope (Dec 22 – Jan 19)

The intensity level of your emotions is on the rise today, and you’re not sure how to handle your feelings. It may seem like everything is out of control, magnifying your uneasiness with the suppressed and irrational side of your nature. Unfortunately, you cannot stuff your fears back into the box. Don’t sink into denial; instead, muster up enough courage to face the unknown.

Aquarius Horoscope
Aquarius Horoscope (Jan 20 – Feb 18)

You may be anticipating an easygoing day, but the Moon’s visit to your 5th House of Fun and Games makes things difficult because you are required to play by someone else’s specific instructions. Unfortunately, others are changing the rules as fast as you create them now. Ironically, you can shift the dynamics and place yourself in a winning position by acquiescing today. Letting another person take charge may not be your usual style, but it could be the best strategy at this time.

Pisces Horoscope
Pisces Horoscope (Feb 19 – Mar 20)

You truly believe that you have your life back under control today, but someone may still appear to challenge the basis of your authority. You are comfortable with running the show when your leadership is needed, but you’re not interested in fighting to get the position. Luckily, there are many exciting possibilities ahead and keeping your options open is wiser than making a wrong decision under haste.

New Moon Report for Sept. 8th – Mercury in Virgo

Mercury in Virgo

Thursday, September 8, 10:59 pm PDT, Friday, September 9, 1:59 am EDT

Mercury’s return to its earthy home sign is conducive for restarting activities that may have been stopped or delayed when the messenger planet turned retrograde in Virgo on August 2. Mastery of details and precise communication are assets that are useful for resolving knotty problems. Careful study and concentration will increase technical proficiency, which is especially valuable in this super-efficient sign.

New Moon Report for July 28 – Mercury in Virgo

Mercury in Virgo

Thursday, July 28, 10:59 am PDT, 1:59 pm EDT

Brainy Mercury’s entry into its earthy home sign sharpens minds with practical perspectives and analytical skills. However, this transit doesn’t last very long as Mercury is turning retrograde on August 2. It will back into Leo on August 8 before returning to Virgo on September 8. A great asset of this intellectually astute transit is its capacity to break down complex issues into easily manageable pieces.

New Moon Report for July 1 – Mercury in Leo

 

Mercury in Leo

Friday, July 1, 10:38 pm PDT, Saturday, July 2, 1:38 am EDT

The communication planet is enriched with greater creativity and boldness now. Self-expression grows more dramatic, sometimes to effectively make a valid point or grandstand with immature insecurity. The potential for original thought grows when we take our ideas seriously, but take ourselves lightly. This way the focus is on the expressive and entertaining sides of Leo, rather than on the need to inflate our egos.

New Moon Report for June 4

Jupiter in Taurus

Saturday, June 4, 6:58 am PDT, 9:58 am EDT

Generous Jupiter lumbers into slow-moving Taurus where greater understanding of the Earth and our bodies awaits. Beliefs are grounded in the simple realities of daily life so we can experience truth in its most basic form. Fuzzy philosophies and airy abstractions tend to drift away in the winds as we seek knowledge that can be applied in the material world. The divide between spirit and matter can be reduced by awareness of our connection with nature. There is less need to search long and far for fulfillment because the potential for contentment is available here and now

 

Your Weekly Lunar Love Horoscopes for June 3 – 5

Weekend Love: Lunar Love

by Jeff Jawer

From Stressful to Sensual

June 3 – 5

This is an intense weekend that starts with the Moon’s entry into her supersensitive home sign Cancer on Friday morning. The security that we seek during this lunar transit will be hard to come by because of her tense aspects with explosive Uranus, punishing Pluto and stern Saturn that put us through our emotional paces. This cosmic climate is not easy for relationships since trust is hard to come by now. Whether it’s internal inconsistency or external chaos, settling into a comfortable connection with someone appears to be a major challenge.

When trying to maintain a partnership, it’s best to step back from potential conflicts as these stressful aspects are building a psychological powder keg that can be detonated with one careless remark. Thankfully, Saturday is a very different kind of day since the Moon’s only planetary contacts are harmonious ones. In fact, they are sexy, sassy and spicy sextiles with passionate Mars in the morning and lovable Venus at night. These are delightful transits for experiencing some simple and comfortable pleasures.

There’s no need to be bold or adventurous as Venus and Mars in Taurus prefer cozy, good times that don’t require drama or risk. In fact, generous Jupiter’s entry into easygoing Taurus on Saturday adds an extra dollop of enjoyment for those who stop long enough to feed their senses. Indulging in the gifts of nature, music, food or massage is especially rewarding.

Sunday’s tale is different since the Moon strides into expressive Leo in the morning to cultivate more dramatic emotions. Feelings are a big deal in this sign, with a tendency toward grand gestures and even greater passion.

New Moon Report for June 2 – Mercury in Gemini

Mercury in Gemini

Thursday, June 2, 1:03 pm PDT, 4:03 pm EDT

Mentally mobile Mercury becomes even more agile in its airy home sign. Clever thinking and facility with words enliven conversations and send messages with playfulness and humor. Concentration is likely to be much more difficult to come by in this curious sign but it might be hard to notice the difference in these Twittery times. We tend to zip from one subject to another, which is ideal for broadening a base of interests, but makes it difficult to slow down and settle into deep contemplation on one issue at a time.

New Moon Report for May 15 – Venus in Taurus

Venus in Taurus

Sunday, May 15, 3:12 pm PDT, 6:12 pm EDT

Amorous Venus’ return to her earthy home sign is a celebration of sensuality and simple pleasures. A more leisurely romantic pace allows love to grow with comfort and ease. Accepting ourselves as we are increases self-worth and the ability to attract who and what we desire. There is, though, a risk of becoming self-indulgent, overly possessive and stuck in old patterns that make it more difficult to adapt to new experiences or accept change in relationships.