Forewarned is forearmed! So goes an ancient astrological saying. Yesterday, in this calendar, a warning appeared that starting today the universe would stop playing the role of Mr. Nice Guy. Instead, we have a more brutish cosmic scene on our hands as the Last Quarter Sun-Moon Phase occurs (activating 26 degrees of Scorpio and Leo at 7:10AM PST), a void lunar cycle develops from 11:06AM PST to 2:20PM PST (when Virgo Moon begins), a potentially provocative and discordant Sun-Pluto parallel (1:26PM PST) occurs inside the void time-period, and – for good measure – the Moon makes its monthly, highly-charged union with Mars in Virgo (9:13PM PST). Combining this quartet of stellar happenings, it is clear that you need to be very cautious and careful across the board during this 24-hour time-span. Fortunately, pockets of positivity on the investment, literary and educational fronts are present as Mercury forms a supportive, 60-degree link to Vesta (5:34PM PST) while the Moon in Virgo trines Jupiter in Taurus (6:51PM PST). Nevertheless, when the two lights contact Mars and Pluto on the same day, it is highly likely that sparks will be flying in a wide variety of venues and realms of experience. If you want to avoid angry fallout and the wrath of relatives and loved ones – whether deserved or undeserved – do your best to be the picture of human kindness in all your social and familial interactions today.
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Your Daily Horoscopes for Thursday, November 17th
A long-lasting wave of power will continue to build through next week, deepening the intensity of our actions and empowering us to follow through on what we start. However, it’s crucial to consider the most practical approach because Mars in efficient Virgo is forming a stabilizing Grand Earth Trine with visionary Jupiter (yesterday) and potent Pluto (on Nov. 23). Meanwhile, today’s dramatic Leo Moon motivates us to express our feelings.
Aries Horoscope (Mar 21 – Apr 19)
It doesn’t matter what you have to do today because you’re in the mood to play rather than work. Instead of heading into the office, you would rather be off doing your own thing. Your creative potential is high now but you may feel as if you need to be less restricted in order to express what’s in your heart. Don’t wait for circumstances to change; make the best of what you have in the present moment.
Taurus Horoscope (Apr 20 – May 20)
You feel as if you deserve to be acknowledged and even appreciated by those close to you, yet you’re not sure that you want to share your feelings today. Your mixed messages make it challenging for others to connect with you. It’s really your choice; if you take a leap and reveal what’s in your heart, you can create a fertile environment for intimacy. Push back against your resistance by expressing your real intentions, even if it makes you uncomfortable. The likelihood of success makes this less of a gamble than you think.
Gemini Horoscope (May 21 – Jun 20)
You have a variety of things that you want to do today, but it’s easy to stack up one too many activities for such a limited amount of time. Your day only grows more complex if you are unable to say no. Although you may be looking forward to fun, your life becomes complicated if you’re so busy that you can’t give anything the attention it deserves. Fortunately, lightening up your calendar should have a positive impact on the rest of your week.
Cancer Horoscope (June 21 – Jul 22)
Your usual need for emotional safety might not serve you well today, making this a smart time to take a risk in the outer world. Although breaking out of your shell is probably the best thing you can do, overextending yourself could make you so uncomfortable that you run back to the seclusion of your private world. Instead, take a few methodical steps into your journey; start small and grow into your new strategy so you won’t have to retreat.
Leo Horoscope (Jul 23 – Aug 22)
Although the Moon’s visit to your lively sign increases the activity level of your day, don’t take on so much that you burn yourself out before you’re ready to call it quits. However, doing too little can leave you feeling frustrated since you have so many things you want to accomplish. A more constructive approach is to concentrate on the most crucial tasks, leaving the other ones for another day.
Virgo Horoscope (Aug 23 – Sep 22)
You may have set your goals so high for today that you might be wise to cancel a few activities so you can recharge your batteries instead of running out of energy. You are uncharacteristically resistant to making a list of exactly what you want to do because you want some flexibility to relax. Nevertheless, it’s still best to give some structure to your day; ultimately setting a schedule will open up more time than making it up as you go along.
Libra Horoscope (Sep 23 – Oct 22)
Your day may start on a rough note, but thankfully it improves through the afternoon and evening. You might want to take it easy, but hard work now brings bountiful rewards. Instead of ignoring your obligations as a team player today, fulfill your promises before you head off to enjoy yourself. Fortunately, your efforts will pay off many times over, making you glad that you took the more responsible path.
Scorpio Horoscope (Oct 23 – Nov 21)
Trusting your intuition is your best strategy today, even if you’re unable to rationally explain how you arrived at your decision. Although you have a healthy balance between your career objectives and your personal values, you still might need to perform tasks you would rather leave behind. But don’t be overly concerned if your obligations don’t align with your long-term goals now because you might not be able to see your true trajectory from your current point of view.
Sagittarius Horoscope (Nov 22 – Dec 21)
While you know that practical concerns should be considered when making plans for your future, you’re tired of placing limits on yourself. You are tempted to ignore the current circumstances and just do as you please; however, you cannot avoid the reality of the present situation at work. Thankfully, after you finish assessing your current condition, you should be able to move ahead with a much clearer view of the future.
Capricorn Horoscope (Dec 22 – Jan 19)
You’re not a stranger to hard work, yet you might talk about everything you want to do instead of actually doing it today. You are motivated by a strong desire to create a life of purpose, but your higher ideals don’t necessarily support the tasks that you need to complete. Procrastination doesn’t work in your favor because you still must meet your obligations. Instead of wasting time plotting your escape, just bite the bullet now and finish the job before doing anything else.
Aquarius Horoscope (Jan 20 – Feb 18)
You like the idea of working by yourself, but the Moon’s visit to your 7th House of Partners makes it difficult to avoid others. You might become obsessive about evading someone you don’t want to see today, even if there’s no easy escape. Fortunately, once you are engaged in a social situation, you could quickly forget about your previous resistance. Make it easier on yourself by practicing flexibility earlier in the day instead of waiting for circumstances to force you to change your mind.
Pisces Horoscope (Feb 19 – Mar 20)
You may be unusually self-critical as you compare your performance at work to your original objectives. Or you might be unforgiving with a co-worker who isn’t holding up his or her end of the deal. Although your inclination is to be brutally honest today, this strategy could quickly turn a minor problem into a major event. You don’t need to say everything you feel now unless you can show extra kindness when stating your point of view.
Wishing You and Yours A Very Beautiful Thursday!
I’m back, lol! I bet you didn’t notice, did ya’? I must apologize for yesterday. I had some type of stomach bug. I still have it today but I at least feel like standing and sitting up. My stomach yesterday hurt so bad all I could do is lay down and run to the bathroom. I guess it is a virus going around. All I know is I am still sick and I hate to be sick. So I am very sorry about yesterday but I hope you understand.
Thursday Is Ruled By Jupiter
Named after the Norse Thunder God Thor, Thursday is a great time for rituals and magick focused on strength, devotion, and commitment. Other correspondences for Thursday are:
Planet: Jupiter
Rituals: Money, Legal and Religious matters.
Element: Earth
Colour: Blue
Number: 4
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Cosmic Calendar for Monday, November 14th
Compared to next week, this week’s cosmic alignments appear to be fairly tame for the most part. However, you still need to move through a Mars-Neptune contra-parallel that happens early today (12:59AM PST). A week ago, these two planets opposed each other from Leo to Aquarius in the zodiac. Now they are 12+ degrees north (Mars) and 12+ degrees south (Neptune) of the Celestial Equator. And when planets make this kind of contact – on either side of the Celestial Equator – they are said to be in a contra-parallel connection (somewhat similar to a zodiacal opposition in effect). The bottom line is that a mischief-maker vibe is now present in primary partnerships. Lashing out in anger at a well-meaning loved one, associate or friend is a no-no. Restrain yourself from making harsh remarks that will quickly come back to haunt you. In addition, strive for clarity in discussions and correspondence. The red planet mingling its energy-field with far-out, dreamy Neptune can equate with a rising tide of confusion and nebulosity. Plus – this Mars-Neptune confrontation may stay influential for much of the day. On the lunar front, you are in better shape as the Moon transits Cancer – stimulating the urge to cook, bake and conduct home clean-up campaigns. Don’t be surprised if a wave of nostalgia strikes and you feel determined to learn more about your ancestral tree. Helping you expand your consciousness along numerous horizons is a supportive, 60-degree link from the Moon to Jupiter (5:23AM PST). Put the power of positive thinking to practical use.
Timing the Magical Operation
Timing the Magical Operation
Llewellyn Journal, Edited by Elen Hawke and Martin White
COPYRIGHT 2009 Llewellyn Worldwide, Ltd. All rights reserved
Timing an operation can be as simple or complicated as required, and often the immediacy of the need plays a large part in how appropriate timing can be incorporated. Obviously one shouldn’t wait for an opportune time when the need is immediate, as this would be foolish, but neither should one be surprised when a working for increase fails at a time when nature’s tide is destructive.
The largest cycle of timing is that of the seasons, and although this is a huge subject in itself, it is enough to say that spring is ruled by air and is readying, summer is commanded by fire and is fulfilling, autumn’s regent is water and is concerned with harvesting, whereas winter is under earth’s dominion and is consequently completing. Other associations can be made with the elemental qualities and a cursory understanding of the waxing and waning of the year. Obviously one cannot always wait for spring to come around when trying to get a project off of the ground, but when possible this can be a propitious way of timing magic.
Earth energies are also affected by the moon’s tides, and with the moon ruling hidden forces such as magic this planet is a great indicator as to what the energies are doing at specific times. The moon’s phases were mentioned in brief earlier, but here we shall look at them in a bit more detail.
When the moon shows her waxing face we may know that the hidden tides are increasing in nature; this can be seen in the fact that the illuminated crescent is on the masculine right-hand side, thus informing us of positive growing energies. A full moon tells us that the forces of nature are fulfilling at this time; the forces manifest the desire of the waxing phase. This is embodied in the fullness of the moon, where both left and right-hand sides of the orb are illuminated, thus symbolizing the creation that occurs when sperm and egg come together. The darkening of the right side as the left side brightens heralds the waning moon, and this advises us that the hidden powers are negative and destructive at this time.
There is a fourth face of the moon, and that is the phase at which it is completely unlit, and consequently unseen to the naked eye. This hidden aspect of the moon is an indicator that the tides are especially propitious to workings that concern transformation-as this phase is symbolic of the transition between death and rebirth-as well as those that aspire to reveal hidden information. It is the case that most workings can be altered to fit the moon phases, and so health may be procured through the increasing of vitality at the waxing moon, or the banishing of disease at the waning moon, or even the manifestation of health at the full moon.
One may also carry out the working on a day ruled by the appropriate planet using the following correspondences:
• Sunday is ruled by the resplendent sun
• Monday has the watery moon as its regent
• Tuesday is commanded by the aggression of Mars
• Wednesday is claimed by the hermaphroditic Mercury
• Thursday is under the dominion of benevolent Jupiter
• Friday is impelled by the empress Venus
• Saturday is under the reign of masterful Saturn
Further, to daily rulers, the planets also rule hours, and these can additionally be taken into account. A chart of these hours follows. The chart is used by commencing magical operations at the hour ruled by the correct planet for the goal, but, again, this isn’t a die-hard rule, although utilizing it will put the chances of success further in your favor.
From Spellcaster: Seven Ways to Effective Magic
New Moon Report for Nov. 10 – Full Moon in Taurus
Full Moon in Taurus
Thursday, November 10, 12:16 pm PST, 3:16 pm EST
The placid Taurus Moon contrasts with the opposing Sun in Scorpio’s impulse to examine every act and question every motive. Stubborn standoffs between those who prefer things the way they are and those who need to turn the world upside down force us to examine our values. Of course, neither way of operating is appropriate all the time, so instead of locking into fixed positions, it’s wiser to recognize where to hold on and where to let go. Financial issues are likely to be emphasized as we seek ways to appreciate what we have (Taurus) while honoring our hunger for change (Scorpio).
Rise & Shine, It’s Thursday Morning, Excuse Me, Afternoon, lol!
Thursday Is Ruled By Jupiter
Archangel: Sachiel
Candle color: Blue
Incense: Sandalwood or sage
Crystals: Lapis Lazuli or turquoise
Use Thursdays for spells for career, justice, prosperity, leadership, creativity, marriage and all partnerships, whether love or business, and for male potency.
Where possible, work on a hillside, moorland, or near a natural sacred site.
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Spell for Thursday
Success in Finding a Job
When you submit a job application, manuscript for publication, or anything that requires paper there are several things that you can do, using herbs and crystals as well as some techniques based on ancient beliefs. One or all of the parts of the techniques can be used, but first you must make your combined incense and dressing powder base
You Will Need:
- 1 tsp ground cinnamon
- 1 tsp ground ginger
- 1 tsp ground lemon balm
- Few drops of bergamot oil
- Bowl
The Spell:
- Mix all the ingredients together in the bowl.
- For a dressing powder add a carrier such as powdered chalk or talcum powder which should be unscented.
- To use as incense leave it as it is, and burn it on a charcoal disc in a heatproof burner.
- FOR THE SPELL PROPER- YOU WILL NEED
- Your papers (application form etc) Any supporting documents (e.g. your CV, covering letter) METHOD
- Light your incense
- Before you begin writing or filling in your forms smoke the paper on which you will write. This consists of wafting the required amount of paper or the application form in the incense smoke and asking a blessing for the process you are about to start.
- You may wish to place a crystal on your desk to help in the writing or you could place it on or near your printer.
- You might use tigers eye for clearer thinking or tourmaline to attract goodwill. Be guided by your own intuition.
- Once you have completed the forms or the writing you can dress each page individually.
- On the back of each page sprinkle the dressing powder
- Draw your four fingers through the powder in wavy lines from top to bottom so they leave very clear tracks.
- Leave for a few moments, then shake off the powder, all the while visualizing the success of your project.
- Finally, you can leave the papers in front of the image of your chosen deity if you have one, or offer them for a blessing overnight When you have done this, you know that you have done as much as you can to ensure success as is humanly possible. It is literally now in the hands of the gods. Obviously, you will already have done or will be doing any necessary research into your project on a physical level.
Your Daily Horoscopes for Wednesday, Nov. 9th
Our attention is drawn to physical experiences when the Moon shifts into tactile Taurus at 2:45 am EST. We need to slow down and engage our senses directly, rather than just rushing ahead to the next activity. But we could easily overindulge today since the Moon hooks up with excessive Jupiter. Meanwhile, a magical biquintile between Jupiter and pleasurable Venus encourages us to throw caution to the wind and rewards our search for satisfaction.
Aries Horoscope (Mar 21 – Apr 19)
Attending to financial matters is a good idea with the Moon’s presence in your 2nd House of Money, but you could mistakenly put a lot of effort into an unnecessary task if you don’t set clear priorities first. Stopping to consider what is important can turn a frustrating day into one of accomplishment. Concentrate on finishing one meaningful project instead of wasting your time on things that don’t really matter.
Taurus Horoscope (Apr 20 – May 20)
The Moon’s return to your sign brings your feelings to the surface and makes your reactions more transparent to others. It’s as if you’re wearing your heart on your sleeve for everyone to see today, whether you want to share your emotions or not. But your friends and co-workers might not understand your process, especially if things are more complicated than you wish. Although it’s tempting, it’s not wise to leave out significant details just because it’s convenient in the moment.
Gemini Horoscope (May 21 – Jun 20)
You appear to be as steady as a rock today, but this may be a result of you withholding something that you aren’t ready to reveal. Normally, you’re eager to blurt out whatever you’re thinking, but now you’re likely to remain quiet. It’s okay to wait until you’re sure of your feelings; continue developing your ideas for another day or two before divulging your plans.
Cancer Horoscope (June 21 – Jul 22)
The Moon’s move into your 11th House of Dreams and Wishes can solidify your plans today as you put the pieces of your life together in a practical way, rather than entertaining idle fantasies. Don’t be overly concerned if you cannot yet figure out how you will reach your goals. It’s likely that your ideas will continue to make more sense over the next couple of days until a concrete plan materializes from the clouds of your imagination.
Leo Horoscope (Jul 23 – Aug 22)
You’re not interested in carefully pussyfooting around the truth today. If you see a direct path to your desired destination, you’re ready to do nearly anything to get there in a speedy manner. Unfortunately, others may not be so practical, requiring you to slow down to explain your plan point by point. Don’t automatically trust a new partnership today because it may be smarter to work by yourself for a while.
Virgo Horoscope (Aug 23 – Sep 22)
You’re more comfortable sharing your thoughts now that the Moon is in your 9th House of Big Ideas. Nevertheless, it’s easier to talk about the realm of future possibilities rather than what is happening in the present. Stay focused on the horizon; discussing your plans in a very broad sense is more productive today than trying to fill in the details. Waiting until after tomorrow’s Full Moon should improve discussions about more specific issues.
Libra Horoscope (Sep 23 – Oct 22)
It may be challenging to untangle mixed signals today, especially if you choose the course of least resistance. Although you have a lot of common sense at your disposal now, you still could be too serious about a current situation. Your desire to be practical conflicts with your feelings of optimism, making you eager to move past your concerns so you can truly enjoy the good times ahead. However, it’s still smarter to concentrate on the present moment while taking one step at a time.
Scorpio Horoscope (Oct 23 – Nov 21)
You’re ready to sink deeper into your subconscious as you explore the current possibilities in your life. But you could run into resistance if you are expecting a close friend to participate with you on this metaphysical journey. Others may be quick to express their willingness to join you, but they might withdraw before the energy gets intense. Don’t worry; you’re better off traveling in these imaginative realms by yourself, anyway. Your friends will just have to wait to hear about your adventures when you return.
Sagittarius Horoscope (Nov 22 – Dec 21)
The Moon’s visit to your 6th House of Routine can bring you an opportunity to think about your physical well-being and do something proactive to improve your health. Making small changes to your diet or exercise program could have positive consequences now as long as you don’t alter too much too fast. Small steps that lead to enduring change are more useful than grandiose gestures that do not last more than a day or two.
Capricorn Horoscope (Dec 22 – Jan 19)
You’re riding on a highly creative wave today as the Moon moves through your 5th House of Self-Expression. Fortunately, she is in practical Taurus, enabling you to set a sustainable pace in the morning and then stick with it until you finish your tasks. Thankfully, you’ll probably have time for play, too, making this a relatively pleasant day. Nevertheless, the Moon’s conjunction with expansive Jupiter tempts you to take on more than you can complete, so don’t say yes unless you really mean it.
Aquarius Horoscope (Jan 20 – Feb 18)
You are likely to receive much-needed support from family members and close friends now that the Moon is in your 4th House of Roots. Although their generosity can make your life easier, the assistance might not be what you need — even if others mean well. If you feel confined by someone meddling in your affairs, express your concerns as kindly as possible. Count your blessings; there’s no need to make your life more complicated by offending your allies.
Pisces Horoscope (Feb 19 – Mar 20)
You can be swept off your feet by other people’s agendas today because you think they need your help. Unfortunately, you might be left feeling like your assistance wasn’t very useful at all. And on top of that, your own work could remain unfinished. However, if you establish clear boundaries so you can fulfill your responsibilities early in the day, you’ll feel better about jumping in to support someone else.
Cosmic Calendar for Wednesday, November 9th
Every month when the Moon unites with giant Jupiter (7:21AM PST), this specific lunar conjunction (right now in earthy Taurus) can represent the highlight of the day as well as the most important cosmic happening. Not so today. Some 3+ hours after this increase in euphoria and positive thinking, far-out Neptune at 29 degrees of Aquarius grabs center stage by ceasing its recent retrograde motion and making a direct station (10:55AM PST). [Neptune remains in forward motion until June 4, 2012 when it once again reverses gears at 4 degrees of Pisces.] While our modern calculations for planetary placements in the zodiac give out a precise time for the pausing in space of Neptune, the reality is that Neptune’s major themes are active all day long. When Neptune is positive in its influence, we are immersed in spiritual insights, revelatory dreams, astounding visions of the future or other dimensions of consciousness – plus marvelous explorations in the fine and graphic arts, music, dance, theater, poetry, film and photography. Neptune can also equate with activity in and around waterways, and regarding oceanic and sea life. On the shadow side, Neptune correlates with addictive behavior, feelings of martyrdom and sacrifice as well as a rising tide of confusion, chaos and uncertainty. The practicality and business-like approach of lunar Taurus goes against the grain of the bulk of Neptunian archetypes. Primary partnerships may receive a boost this evening as Juno in Scorpio makes a supportive, 60-degree rapport with Pluto in Capricorn (10:08PM PST). Be prepared for a new wave of inspiration seeking entrance into the minds of human souls as tomorrow brings a potent Full Moon (12:17PM PST on Thursday) and the direct station of Chiron in Pisces (3:15PM PST on Thursday).
Cosmic Calendar for November 8th
As mentioned at the end of yesterday’s calendar entry, this day starts off with some extra oomph in the right direction as the Moon parallels Jupiter (1:39AM PST). Even though this lunar aspect won’t last a long time, it reinforces optimism as the day begins. Since the Moon in Aries opposes Saturn in Libra (10:11AM PST), the earlier lunar contact with buoyant Jupiter can help to keep you out of the doldrums. In addition, excitement builds around the time when the Sun makes a frictional, 135-degree link to Uranus (11:40AM PST). Uranus strong can equate with a rising tide of surprises and shock waves, but you may also make advances on the cutting edge of science and metaphysics. A Moon-Mars parallel (2:34PM PST) suggests a slow-down around that time-period in order that you avoid making rash acts that will boomerang against you. Another reason to slow your tempo today is that Venus and Mercury form abrasive, 45-degree ties to Saturn at 5:42PM PST and 7:11PM PST, respectively. Be more productive in arts, crafts and hobbies as the Sun in Scorpio forms a flowing trine to Ceres in Pisces (8:40PM PST). This aspect doubles as a catalyst to help you make sensible dietary and nutritional changes. Physical and emotional vitality is on the rise – courtesy of the Moon in Aries trine to Mars in Leo (9:47PM PST). However, this alignment also starts a void lunar cycle that lasts until 11:46PM PST when the Moon enters earthy Taurus. Gear up for tomorrow’s Neptune shift from reverse to direct in Aquarius as well as the upcoming Full Moon and Chiron shift from reverse to direct in Pisces on Thursday.
Cosmic Calendar for November 7th
p worrying about things you cannot control. That’s one of the cosmic messages streaming into humanity as the red planet Mars in Leo forms a dicey opposition to Neptune in Aquarius (4:35AM PST). Not all opposition or polarity aspects are negative, but it is hard to sugar-coat this one and make it sound pleasant and user-friendly. First of all, these Mars-Neptune 180-degree link-ups only happen approximately every two years. Therefore, they are fairly rare and that makes them more potent. Generally speaking, sparks are flying in a wide variety of relationships. The partnerships can be romantic, business-oriented, friendships or simply new contacts. Nonetheless, Mars is bringing strong desires, passions and intensity into the picture while Neptune – striving for bliss and universal peace – is more likely to activate feelings of sacrifice and uncertainty. The combination usually winds up creating a mishmash of chaos in which interactions with others are more probably nebulous than sensitive and calm. You may still try to tweak this Mars-Neptune sky pattern into giving you added charisma and personal magnetism. Being more psychic and imaginative is another way to bypass the more discordant nature of this celestial tug-of-war. The late-evening vibrations are more conducive to experiencing improvement across the board since the Moon is approaching an upbeat, enthusiastic parallel to Jupiter (forming exactly at 1:39AM PST on Tuesday). Note: Start preparing for Neptune and Chiron direct stations on Wednesday November 9 and Thursday November 10 – including the Full Moon also on November 10.
Daily Horoscopes for Saturday, November 5th
The imaginative Pisces Moon makes it difficult to set boundaries because the fine line between reality and fantasy is blurry. Meanwhile, enchanting Venus and trickster Mercury continue to travel together in fun-loving Sagittarius, tempting us to take our desires even further in our search for enjoyment. Venus and Mercury form slippery quincunxes with bountiful Jupiter, reinforcing today’s incorrect assumption that more of anything is better.
Aries Horoscope (Mar 21 – Apr 19)
You may decide that hiding from the world is a good idea today, but it’s not possible because others are making demands on your time. You can’t just ignore your commitments, so work through your resistance to getting involved with friends and family. Remember, you’re a part of a larger community and your lack of participation could have a detrimental impact. Show up as a team player, but give yourself permission to hang back and let someone lead the charge.
Taurus Horoscope (Apr 20 – May 20)
You have an idealistic vision about your future and may want to share it with others. However, it may be more advantageous to wait until you have more clarity prior to cluing someone else in on your plans. It’s less important to attract anyone’s attention than it is to continue developing your thoughts now. Flying beneath the radar is a wise strategy today. Remember, successful ideas take time to evolve and grow.
Gemini Horoscope (May 21 – Jun 20)
It’s difficult to concentrate today because your boredom and frustration continues to grow. You may resist doing what you promised, but it’s probably not a good idea to upset others with your negativity. Thankfully, you can improve your day by changing your attitude. Even if you want something different now, going along with the plan should decrease the stress in the present moment, giving you time to figure out a better long-term strategy.
Cancer Horoscope (June 21 – Jul 22)
You may be overconfident about making an important decision today, but your choices could steer you wrong if you don’t take all of the facts into consideration. Paying extra careful attention to what others expect can help keep you from going overboard. Listening to your intuition makes sense, as long as you create enough peace and quiet so you can get in touch with your inner wisdom.
Leo Horoscope (Jul 23 – Aug 22)
You are eager to step outside of your normal routine today and network with others to widen your professional horizons. But you’re not all business now; this isn’t just about making a plan and then executing it. Even if you have chores to handle, don’t pass up a chance to deepen an important relationship. It isn’t necessary to have answers; revealing your vulnerability can be the key that opens the door to the next level of intimacy.
Virgo Horoscope (Aug 23 – Sep 22)
The Moon’s current visit to your 7th House of Partners can shift your attention from your work to what’s happening with those closest to you. Just make certain that you don’t lose touch with your own needs; you can still be sensitive to someone else while taking care of yourself. Juggling your desires with your familial and social commitments takes extra concentration, but a healthy balance is helpful as you navigate your way through the tricky territory of relationships.
Libra Horoscope (Sep 23 – Oct 22)
You may be feeling a bit confused if a situation doesn’t unfold according to your plan, yet your optimism continues to lead you on. Unfortunately, your current tendency to gloss over important details can actually impede your progress. Nevertheless, it’s still tough for changing circumstances to pull you off course today if you remain committed to fulfilling your obligations. As your thoughts drift away from reality and into the realms of possibility, gently pull them back into the present moment.
Scorpio Horoscope (Oct 23 – Nov 21)
You’re ready to deliver on your promises today, and you may even enjoy yourself while being super-productive. However, you may not be able to adhere to an overly rigid schedule because the less freedom you have now, the more you’re tempted to escape from the restrictions. Nevertheless, it’s still smarter to buckle down and finish your chores before you take some time for yourself. Not only will you feel good about your accomplishments, you’ll be able to enjoy yourself without feeling guilty.
Sagittarius Horoscope (Nov 22 – Dec 21)
Your great intentions may not be enough to keep you on the straight and narrow path today as you play out your wanderlust in the realm of fantasies. Thankfully, you should be able to hide your imaginative exploits so no one even realizes you’re traveling somewhere else in your mind. However, don’t get cocky or you’ll need to answer to an unforgiving friend, boss or lover. If you maintain appearances, you might be able to get away with living in both worlds for a little while longer.
Capricorn Horoscope (Dec 22 – Jan 19)
You’re often the person that everyone confides in because you seem to be able to hold space for their problems. But others might not even realize that you’re going through your own personal struggles now as you attempt to balance your appearance of competence with your increasing lack of certainty. It’s useful to periodically reconsider your assumptions, but don’t let real questioning turn into self-doubt. You can always contemplate philosophical concerns another day when you have more time on your hands.
Aquarius Horoscope (Jan 20 – Feb 18)
Your dreams may bring an answer to a lingering question, but you must be willing to take sufficient time to explore their symbolism. Even if you’re unable to recall the details, your subconscious mind connects you with what’s most important now. Your lesson is about how your unbridled imagination helps you to co-create the future. Remember, tomorrow’s reality begins with today’s thought.
Pisces Horoscope (Feb 19 – Mar 20)
The Moon’s visit to your imaginative sign increases your emotional sensitivity. Thankfully, you know how to separate your feelings from the empathic connection you have with others, but this requires constant vigilance. If you practice differentiating your thoughts from those around you, it becomes easier to respond to what’s happening without becoming exhausted or emotionally drained. It might be less stressful to keep to yourself until things settle down.
Cosmic Calendar for Saturday, Octoger 29
uddenly, it is as though the universe has experienced a meltdown or concussion and lost its bearings. Instead of attacking humanity with cosmic guns blazing, it is receding to the sidelines – undoubtedly to refuel and eventually get cracking with more intensity during the first week of November. Right now you have a Saturday where Venus forms a robust parallel to Pluto (8:16AM PDT) – a rather intense alignment on most days. However, this morning it appears to be a boost for antique hunters and collectible aficionados as well as artists of any stripe. Of course, if you fall into the trap of being egocentric and selfish – for whatever reason – this Venus-Pluto encounter can turn against you. While many of yesterday’s potent alignments remain active in the psychic atmosphere, you can also take advantage of the fun-loving, humorous and cheerful essence contained within Sagittarius Moon. Here’s another evening to kick up your feels and enjoy your favorite form of entertainment. If you want to continue working on beloved hobbies or construction projects, positive lunar aspects to Saturn (8:19PM PDT) and Mars (11:04PM PDT) will keep you busy.
Daily Horoscopes for Friday, October 28
The Moon enters philosophical Sagittarius at 10:45 am EDT, expanding our vision beyond personal needs and into social realms. Generous Jupiter trines Pluto and opposes the Sun, further distorting our sense of reality by enabling us to see the good side of everything and tempting us to overcommit or overindulge. Meanwhile, an expressive Mercury-Mars square infiltrates our words with anger. A little self-restraint can prevent unnecessary conflict.
Aries Horoscope (Mar 21 – Apr 19)
Trickster Mercury short-circuits your mental wiring today, making you believe that someone is threatening you, even if that’s not the case. Fortunately, you can avoid overreacting by just being aware of your current tendency to make everything more important than it actually is. Ultimately, your decisions should work out for the best as long as you don’t jump to conclusions that justify unkind behavior.
Taurus Horoscope (Apr 20 – May 20)
You may try to be fair-minded in a partnership, but you cannot maintain your objectivity today. It’s not easy to express your annoyance with someone close to you, because you don’t want to waste energy on activities that detract from what you need to do. Unfortunately, holding your emotions quiet only adds to your irritation. Take a deep breath and then share your feelings — even if they are negative — but do it without blaming anyone else.
Gemini Horoscope (May 21 – Jun 20)
Warrior Mars stresses your planetary ruler Mercury today, luring you into an unpleasant exchange of words. You might think that your professional status is at stake, but it’s likely that you are so sensitive now that you make a big deal out of something that’s not all that important. Step back before reacting; try to understand what’s currently happening instead of attempting to change it.
Cancer Horoscope (June 21 – Jul 22)
Someone may accuse you of being negative today, yet you might believe that you are acting like a Pollyanna. Your denial doesn’t do much to settle others down as they ask you to explain your behavior. Don’t allow yourself to get sucked into peripheral dramas, but if it’s true that you have been hiding your frustrations it will feel better to get them out into the open.
Leo Horoscope (Jul 23 – Aug 22)
You may not be willing to take the time now to explain your current actions or even your rationale for doing nothing. You feel that it’s your right to keep your feelings to yourself. Unfortunately, you can add more confusion to the situation if you don’t share your motives when you have the opportunity to do so. Even if you think that you have something better to do today, let your friends and associates know exactly what’s on your mind.
Virgo Horoscope (Aug 23 – Sep 22)
Your close friends may encourage you to talk about something you usually prefer to keep to yourself as forceful Mars antagonizes your key planet Mercury. Even if you know better, you could still lose your temper today and give someone a piece of your mind. Keep in mind that angry words don’t make anyone happier, so think twice before you escalate a minor difference of opinion into an open conflict.
Libra Horoscope (Sep 23 – Oct 22)
Your rational thinking isn’t enough to keep you even-keeled these days as wordy Mercury squares combative Mars. Your friends and associates might not play fairly when they refuse to get involved in a discussion, but all you want is a bit of honest feedback. Paradoxically, it may work backwards now; if you push too hard, others will just retreat even further. Fortunately, giving them room to breathe allows them to finally come out of their shells.
Scorpio Horoscope (Oct 23 – Nov 21)
You may experience another layer of frustration as you try to handle an already tricky situation. Thankfully, jolly Jupiter trines your key planet Pluto, giving you the endurance to follow through on whatever you start. But your eyes are larger than your tummy now, tempting you to bite off more than you can chew. Taking a few steps backward to reconsider what makes the most sense is a viable strategy to get what you want.
Sagittarius Horoscope (Nov 22 – Dec 21)
You can become involved in lengthy discussions at work as the Moon returns to your bombastic sign and enthusiastic Jupiter enters your 6th House of Employment. However, you may grow annoyed if others are less than forthcoming with their true intentions now that Jupiter trines underhanded Pluto. You’re impatient and don’t understand why your workmates don’t just come right out and say what’s on their minds. Even if it’s frustrating, practicing tolerance teaches you ways to overcome previous conditioning.
Capricorn Horoscope (Dec 22 – Jan 19)
If your friends are acting belligerently toward you now, the situation may not be what it appears. Your emotional self-restraint can be very annoying to someone who burns hotter than you. The long-term solution to the current imbalance might not be the obvious one. Instead of telling others to back off, the answer may be for you to show your feelings. Ironically, a potential fight could be avoided by your willingness to share your emotions before a conflict grows out of hand.
Aquarius Horoscope (Jan 20 – Feb 18)
You prefer to be left alone so you can get your work done today, but your co-workers continue to bother you with their great ideas. Before you overreact, try changing your mind about what’s happening in the present moment. If you attempt to shut others up now, they’ll just get angry and probably grow even more vocal. But if you take their suggestions in stride, they will feel acknowledged and you might even learn something important in the process.
Pisces Horoscope (Feb 19 – Mar 20)
You are experiencing everything with greater intensity today and this can be very draining on those around you. But don’t turn off your feelings, for any form of avoidance or denial only makes the atmosphere even more intense. However, keep in mind that you don’t need to express every thought or share every passion that stirs your soul.
Your Weekend Lunar Lovescope for Oct. 28 – 30
by Jeff Jawer
Pushing the LimitsOctober 28 – 30 |
Unlimited enthusiasm and an irrepressible taste for adventure can take you on some wild and crazy rides on Friday and Saturday. The Moon is in fiery Sagittarius whose Archer is aiming his arrows at faraway places and far-flung experiences. The desire to broaden your horizons is amplified by the Sun’s opposition to Sagittarius’ expansive ruling planet Jupiter on Friday night. Even the most cautious individuals may be ripe for risk-taking in this bold but perhaps dangerous environment. Pushing the limits of what you’re willing to feel or do can certainly open social doors, but a lack of discrimination and common sense could allow people in who you won’t want to see the next day. It’s wise to reach a little further in search of love but to avoid losing balance by losing your head.
Sunday’s story is very different with the Moon in orderly and responsible Capricorn. But even this disciplined sign may find you in a less than sober mood, since the Moon forms a stressful square with explosive Uranus early in the day and joins transformative Pluto in the evening. The former spurs spontaneous reactions that can rattle relationships. The needs for freedom and freshness are powerful enough to stretch the strongest bonds, but exacting Pluto can punish excessive or inappropriate behavior, making self-restraint a must.
New Moon Report for October 28 – Jupiter trine Pluto
Jupiter trine Pluto
Friday, October 28
Generous Jupiter brings hope in times of despair with its favorable trine to profound Pluto. This, the second in a series of three alignments that first occurred on July 7 and will return on March 12, 2012, helps us reassess our resources and redirect them more effectively. Jupiter in Taurus’ vision for the future is built on simple and solid principles while Pluto’s presence adds depth of awareness and commitment that makes the most of our assets. Financial resurrection and other economic miracles may follow
Your Daily Horoscopes for Thursday, October 27th
It will take a few days to process the intensity of yesterday’s New Moon, but we may not have enough perspective yet to clearly see what’s happening. Although there are still four planets in transformative Scorpio, the heavy energy is giving way to the inspirational calls from visionary Jupiter. Metamorphosis may appear like death to the caterpillar, but it’s also the birth of the butterfly. Fear is unnecessary now and resistance is futile.
Aries Horoscope (Mar 21 – Apr 19)
You could worry about an issue today that ultimately isn’t all that important. Thinking about the consequences of your words is wise because your fears might provoke you to say something that is hurtful. Luckily, your actions will speak louder than words now with your key planet Mars on display in your 5th House of Self-Expression. It may be challenging to keep your rapid-fire repartee under control, but it is surely worth the effort.
Taurus Horoscope (Apr 20 – May 20)
You may not be able to find a pace that works for you at first today, but your persistence should pay off. You could initiate action too quickly, only to realize that you must do it again if it isn’t exactly right. Don’t be stubborn if you discover that you’re wrong. Your relationships will improve if you are flexible enough to listen to reason instead of fearfully holding on to a perspective that doesn’t stand up to the truth.
Gemini Horoscope (May 21 – Jun 20)
You may feel agitated today as Mercury and Venus are challenged by combative Mars. Your legendary wit can grow sarcastic, turning clever words into acerbic verbal jabs. Unfortunately, your coworkers probably won’t stand for your misplaced aggression. Even the most casual conversation can quickly escalate into open conflict unless you stay aware of what’s really happening. If it isn’t a matter of highest concern, keep the peace by backing down as gracefully as possible.
Cancer Horoscope (June 21 – Jul 22)
It may be very difficult to dramatically alter your behavior today, even if you know how much it would help to make some basic changes. But knowing the truth alone obviously isn’t enough because your actions don’t automatically conform to your rational thinking. Nevertheless, you’re still ultimately responsible for whatever you do, so don’t just take the course of least resistance.
Leo Horoscope (Jul 23 – Aug 22)
You could convince yourself that you’re on such an urgent mission today that nothing can get in your way. Unfortunately, your self-doubt could turn out to be the most significant source of resistance. It’s wise to dig deeper in search of the truth, but questioning your own abilities is a waste of time and energy. Although you may not be able to make your fears disappear overnight, you don’t have to let them have power over you.
Virgo Horoscope (Aug 23 – Sep 22)
You want to follow the schedule that you created for today, but unseen forces prevent you from executing your plan. You might work yourself up into a state of anxiety if you are too unyielding. You could even lose your temper and say something to a loved one without realizing the negative impact of your words until it’s too late. If tension is growing, remind yourself to remain flexible. Going along with the flow is smarter now than resisting it.
Libra Horoscope (Sep 23 – Oct 22)
Your heart and your head aren’t reading from the same script today, challenging you to observe how your behavior affects others. You could be very stubborn if anyone suggests that you are being a non-conformist and a contrarian now because you don’t believe that you’re the one who is stirring up the trouble. Nevertheless, your day takes a turn for the better when you relax the reins of control.
Scorpio Horoscope (Oct 23 – Nov 21)
Your thoughts are quite intense today, making you feel like everyone can actually hear what you’re thinking. Venus and Mercury in passionate Scorpio form tense squares with assertive Mars, coercing you to speak your mind without worrying about the consequences. Thankfully, you have the power to transmute fear into love, allowing you to choose the most creative path in each of your interactions.
Sagittarius Horoscope (Nov 22 – Dec 21)
You may have a very clear idea of exactly where you’re going now, but your action plan could be flawed with irrational logic or incorrect assumptions. Thankfully, you are able to overcome poor reasoning if you can trust your intuition. Don’t fret about the details; just be flexible and play it by ear as you move through your day. Even if you cannot justify your unusual strategy, it should work for you today, anyhow.
Capricorn Horoscope (Dec 22 – Jan 19)
You are a tough opponent in a public debate today, but stop and consider the price you may need to pay for your victory. Ruthless intentions can be unleashed now if you take a position contrary to your family or friends. You’re the only one who can decide whether or not it’s worth it. There’s no right or wrong choice here as long as you think about the consequences in advance, and not after creating needless emotional pain.
Aquarius Horoscope (Jan 20 – Feb 18)
You may feel insecure about a relationship with a good friend or partner today or about your success at work, but you should be able to transcend your fears through spiritual practice. For some, prayer may be the best way to handle the current stress, but your personal journey might also contain meditation, dance or a relaxing nature walk. As long as you can step outside of your interpersonal concerns now, it doesn’t really matter what tools you use to awaken your cosmic connection.
Pisces Horoscope (Feb 19 – Mar 20)
You may feel blocked at work today, yet the more you think about the obstacles, the larger they become. Although you might be justified in some of your concerns, it will take longer than just one single day to fix your current predicament. Nevertheless, it’s still a smart idea to examine your plans and adjust them as necessary before forging ahead.
Happy Thursday To All My Dear Friends!
Jupiter/Thursday
- Element: Air
- Colours: Blue, purple
- Crystals: Azurite, lapis lazuli, sodalite, turquoise
- Incense: Agrimony, cedar, sandalwood, sage
- Trees: Beech, oak
- Herbs: Borage, cinquefoil, coltsfoot, hyssop, mistletoe
- Metal: Tin
- Astrological rulership: Sagittarius (co-ruler Pisces)
Thursday, the day of Jupiter, is good for all forms of increase and expansion, be it in the realm of money, career, power or joy. Jupiter rules over fulfillment of objective, most usually those that are socially orientated. He is also potent for leadership, conscious wisdom, creativity, extending one’s influence in the wider world, idealism, justice and the law, authority and altruism. Jupiter’s influence extends over marriage, permanent relationship (business and personal), fidelity, loyalty and male potency (in both the human and the animal kingdom). Jupiter can lead to excesses, such as greed and gluttony, but can also paradoxically be used for banishing these.
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Daily Horoscopes for Wednesday, October 26th
The tone is set for a very intense day as the Moon shifts into resolute Scorpio at 11:08 am EDT. The watery Scorpio New Moon at 3:55 pm reaffirms the significance of our feelings today while Venus squares Mars, possibly sparking a conflict. Jealousy or envy can fuel a disagreement as communicator Mercury semisquares dark Pluto. Fortunately, a reserved Mars-Saturn sextile reminds us that exercising caution may be smarter than acting impulsively.
Aries Horoscope (Mar 21 – Apr 19)
Today’s possessive Scorpio New Moon energizes your 8th House of Shared Resources, highlighting a business or personal relationship that takes center stage as the specifics of a commitment are negotiated. But discussions can be tricky now because strong emotions might turn combative. Fortunately, logic will prevail if you remember that losing your temper won’t help your cause. Think strategically instead of just trying to get your way at any cost.
Taurus Horoscope (Apr 20 – May 20)
The passionate Scorpio New Moon draws energy to your 7th House of Relationships today, agitating an emotional struggle with someone who can be as bullheaded as you are now. Although being more flexible than usual can defuse the situation, you’re both likely to have strong opinions. Don’t fall prey to your own impulsive desires; you’ll be happier if you take the high road by showing your willingness to compromise.
Gemini Horoscope (May 21 – Jun 20)
Sometimes you excel at avoiding issues that can positively impact your daily routine. However, you may be ready to start a new exercise program or diet with today’s New Moon in your 6th House of Health and Habits. Just make sure that your resolve matches your enthusiasm. Don’t try to improve everything all at once; create a manageable plan so you don’t fall short of your goals.
Cancer Horoscope (June 21 – Jul 22)
The powerful Scorpio New Moon increases your romantic desires as it stimulates your 5th House of Love and Creativity. You want to present a more passionate side of yourself today and may be very serious about making others understand what you’re feeling. Ironically, you could try so hard that your intensity gets in the way of your message. Fortunately, you can lighten up the energy by being more playful. You’ll have a better shot at reaching satisfaction if everyone is at ease.
Leo Horoscope (Jul 23 – Aug 22)
You may have big ideas about what you want to accomplish at work today, but the inflexible Scorpio New Moon in your 4th House of Home and Family uncovers pressing domestic responsibilities. You might be overly concerned that these personal issues could hijack your professional aspirations, but surprisingly they could give you more energy than they take. Don’t resist what you have to do because a methodical approach will enable you to do it all.
Virgo Horoscope (Aug 23 – Sep 22)
You might try to reclaim your power and make some last minute changes to your schedule. But it won’t be as easy as you think because it’s difficult to break commitments without creating a whole new set of problems. Today’s rigid Scorpio New Moon activates your 3rd House of Immediate Environment, reminding you to follow through on previous promises before unnecessarily making your life even more complicated.
Libra Horoscope (Sep 23 – Oct 22)
Make the most of today’s perceptive Scorpio New Moon in your 2nd House of Money by planning your finances for the next few weeks. It doesn’t matter if your cash flow is in good or bad condition; you benefit either way by creating a sensible budget. Just keep in mind that you could make a significant error if you take any shortcuts. Take your time and think through your assumptions; it’s better to be safe than sorry.
Scorpio Horoscope (Oct 23 – Nov 21)
You may believe that your wishes can come true today as the New Moon in your sign plants seeds of intention in your 1st House of Self. But a difficult Mercury-Pluto aspect could turn a casual desire into an obsession if you don’t temper extreme emotions with a more calculated and logical approach. Go ahead and ask for what you want, but then let go of your attachment to the outcome. Paradoxically, relaxing your grip on the reins will actually give you more control in the long run.
Sagittarius Horoscope (Nov 22 – Dec 21)
You may feel as if a phase of your life is nearing conclusion, but this is really a sign that new opportunities are around the next corner. The mysterious Scorpio New Moon in your 12th House of Destiny opposes your key planet Jupiter, making the current transition even more significant than you realize. Just don’t expect your natural optimism to make up for a lack of work. Scaling back your expectations and working harder should help you get what you want.
Capricorn Horoscope (Dec 22 – Jan 19)
Today’s controlling Scorpio New Moon in your 11th House of Social Networking encourages you to reserve your participation in a group until you are sure that your intentions are aligned with theirs. Don’t be overly casual about your involvement with friends and associates now, for they could change the direction of your current trajectory. Rather than going along with the crowd, establish your own path based on what’s most important to you.
Aquarius Horoscope (Jan 20 – Feb 18)
Your career is most likely your main focus today as the potent Scorpio New Moon spotlights your 10th House of Public Status. You are wise to seriously consider your options prior to initiating any new plans because spending energy on a project that distracts you from your real goals is a waste of time. Trust your intuition now; it will steer you in the right direction.
Pisces Horoscope (Feb 19 – Mar 20)
You are resistant to being talked out of your opinions today with the penetrating Scorpio New Moon falling in your 9th House of Beliefs. You think that you can see through the veils of illusion and into the inner core of reality, but all is not exactly as it appears. The Moon’s opposition to optimistic Jupiter makes it easy to convince yourself that your ideas are facts. Be vigilant and make sure your goals are realistic before finding yourself too far along a road that’s taking you in the wrong direction.
Cosmic Calendar for Tuesday, October 25th
It would be great to say that happy days are here again, but the cosmos does not seem to be offering that testimony right now. Instead, last night’s Sun-Uranus 150-degree contact hangs over today as a kind of gigantic question mark concerning whether a breakdown or breakthrough is in the ethers. Keep moving toward a breakthrough in higher consciousness as the Sun makes a contra-parallel with Jupiter (3:16AM PDT) and despite the rude awakenings caused by Venus moving harshly via 45-degrees to Pluto (6:10AM PDT) and while the Sun evokes the wrath of Ceres via a 135-degree connection (7:56AM PDT). These three alignments are all of the challenging kind – although the Sun and Jupiter in their formation can lift your spirits if you are studying any subject of importance in the spheres of knowledge and wisdom. The Venus-Pluto and Sun-Ceres contacts are more akin to being emotional trouble-makers and, if you add on the monthly, cautionary Moon-Saturn union in Libra (7:05PM PDT), the whole tone of the day looks rather gloomy. This is magnified because we are now in the extreme time-period known as the dark-of-the-moon or the Balsamic Moon when the lunar orb is about to re-unite with its solar partner as the New Moon in Scorpio occurs tomorrow at 12:57PM PDT. Therefore, think of today’s 24-hour time-period as a golden opportunity to finish old business with a flourish and not to allow negative thinking to spoil any progress you can make along the relationship horizon.
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