THE ABC’S OF A WICCAN LIFE

THE ABC’S OF A WICCAN LIFE
by Victoria Martyn

Accept others as they are. We are all individuals.

Belief in yourself is a necessity.

Concentration is important in any endeavor, both magickal and in life.

Do what you will, so long as it harms none.

Empathy is an important life skill… learn it, practice it.

Find strength in yourself, your friends, your world and your actions.

God is multifaceted… the Lord and Lady, all deities take many names and faces.

Help others every chance you get.

Intelligence is something that cannot be judged on surface.

Judge not… what you send out comes back to you!

Karma loves to slap you in the face. Watch out for it.

Learning is something that should never stop happening!

Magick is a wonderful gift- but it is not everything.

Nature is precious. Appreciate and protect it.

Over the course of time your soul learns many lessons. Make this life count!

Pray.

Quietness both physically and mentally restores the soul; meditate often.

Remember to take time for yourself as well as others.

Spells can help you, but you must also help yourself!

Tools can only do so much… they are not the foundation of all.

Unless you enjoy worrying, keep a positive mindset!

Visualize the success of your goals before you set out to achieve them.

Wisdom can often be found in the least expected places!

Xenophobia (a hatred of those different from you) is a path to misery.

You are a beautiful person who is capable of anything!

Zapping away all of your troubles is not going to happen

Your Daily Horoscopes for Tuesday, November 20

We may think that we know what we want, but could grow confused midday by our own dreams and fears. The day starts with a clever Aquarius Moon but her shift into compassionate Pisces at 11:54 am EST replaces intellect with intuition. Our emotions deepen, putting us in closer touch with our subconscious desires. The Moon’s afternoon conjunction with spiritual Neptune is countered by her harmonious trine to practical Saturn later this evening.

 

Aries Horoscope

(Mar 21 – Apr 19)

Your feelings are a bit fuzzy today and every time you dip in to test the emotional waters, you come back up with a different reading of what’s happening. You’re not happy about something now, but it’s difficult to put your finger on the source of your worries. Be courageous and share your concerns with someone you trust, even if you don’t know where the conversation may go.

 

Taurus Horoscope

(Apr 20 – May 20)

Just as the truth begins to dawn on you today, it slips away as if it isn’t ready to reveal itself yet. There are serious discussions that must take place first. Nevertheless, steer clear of the emotional landmines that might trigger conflicts about control and power. Listen to your instincts before expressing your heart.

 

Gemini Horoscope

(May 21 – Jun 20)

It’s crucial to stay on top of the details today, especially at work. Little things can be buried in ways that make them seem less obvious, but they are more important than you realize. Don’t try anything underhanded, for your motives will be all too transparent. Too much information may be coming your way, but if you pay diligent attention now you should be able to put it all into place.

 

Cancer Horoscope

(Jun 21 – Jul 22)

Today the focus is not on your external world. You are in touch with a very wide range of emotions that have pulled you into the rapidly changing currents. You might feel as if you’re in over your head, but only if you dwell on the past too long. Supportive people are on your side now and will come to your rescue if you need it. Go ahead and explore the deep waters of your feelings; it’s much safer than you think.

 

Leo Horoscope

(Jul 23 – Aug 22)

You may feel stress as you attempt to balance your outward appearance with your inner feelings today. You have a natural tendency to act your way through a difficult situation, but now your inner voice is telling you not to sweep your emotions under the rug. Although it might not be time to shake everything up, you can feel the pressure building. Don’t rush the process; the time for change is near.

 

Virgo Horoscope

(Aug 23 – Sep 22)

Relationship issues intensify today as the Moon enters your 7th House of Others. You may be driven to deal with an uncomfortable feeling that has been brewing for quite some time. There are thoughts that you’ve been hiding just beneath your awareness, probably because they are inconvenient to bring out into the open. Whether it seems opportune or not, today just might be your day to come clean.

 

Libra Horoscope

(Sep 23 – Oct 22)

You may be feeling dangerously close to an emotional meltdown and there doesn’t appear to be a quick fix to this uncomfortable situation. You want to tell it like it is today, but you might get discouraged when you consider the possible negative reactions you could receive. Don’t get stuck by your desire to make everyone feel at ease. Being honest is more important now than being nice.

 

Scorpio Horoscope

(Oct 23 – Nov 21)

You are coming into another phase of powerful changes this week. You are no stranger to transformation, although at times it occurs very slowly. However, things are likely to move much quicker now. Nevertheless, don’t be lulled into inaction by today’s dreams of living on Easy Street. Take control of the current situation by setting goals and building momentum as time goes by.

 

Sagittarius Horoscope

(Nov 22 – Dec 21)

You may feel uncertain about your direction in life today, even if you think that all is well at first. You might be hurt by a situation that raises painful memories, so it’s crucial to realize what’s happening now is not the same as what happened in the past. Recognize your weak spots and take your time to uncover the origins of your emotions so that true healing can finally begin.

 

Capricorn Horoscope

(Dec 22 – Jan 19)

Make an extra effort to share what’s on your mind today with friends or coworkers. You could be feeling more emotional than you’re letting on, which is often your style, but right now you have a perfect chance to reveal your softer side. Remember, vulnerability does not have to be a weakness. It takes a special kind of strength to be honest about your limitations.

 

Aquarius Horoscope

(Jan 20 – Feb 18)

Your recent run-in with your own irrationality begins to fade as your emotions finally settle down a bit. But just because the clouds are lifting now, don’t fool yourself into thinking that the issues are resolved. You would do well to reconsider your feelings of anger or resentment today. Perhaps you don’t need to do anything about them yet, but awareness is a good place to start.

 

Pisces Horoscope

(Feb 19 – Mar 20)

A fog settles over the land this afternoon, making your logic unreliable as a navigational tool. You aren’t as certain about anything today. Although you can feel a rumbling beneath the surface, it’s not strong enough to be an earthquake. Finding your way can be tricky, but you don’t have a choice now. Trust your imagination while drawing the map that you need to reach your future destination.

Daily Cosmic Calendar for November 20

You may be able to tap into some very soothing and nurturing love vibrations — courtesy of  beautiful Venus moving 135-degrees to providential Jupiter (2:17AM PST) followed by a flowing Moon-Venus trine from Aquarius to Libra (5:36AM PST).  However, before you know it, the bloom is off the rose when the First Quarter Sun-Moon Phase arrives at 6:33AM PST (activating 29 degrees of Scorpio and Aquarius). There is a need to cut through apparent roadblocks on your path to worldly success while also managing your business affairs with pizazz. This solar-lunar square formation also begins a void lunar cycle that continues until 8:56AM PST. Stay out of harm’s way during the void lunar uncertainty zone.  Once the Moon enters Pisces (8:56AM PST), let your compassionate disposition take hold. Photography, music, dance, poetry and spiritual studies are highlighted as the Moon unites with Neptune (9:38AM PST). Your productivity quotient can rise due to the Moon making a trine with Ceres (1:12PM PST).  The main cosmic event is Pallas leaving retrograde motion, becoming stationary at 23 degrees of Pisces (5:25PM PST) and gradually starting its forward movement. All Pallas themes — father-daughter relationships, wisdom and knowledge, genius and innovation, problem-solving, strategic thinking, seeing patterns that are normally invisible to most people, weaving and needlepoint, computer programming and video gaming, engineering, city planning, the Immune System, genetics and DNA — are emphasized.  Catch up on the latest news about holistic healing techniques as the Moon unites with Chiron in Pisces (6:04PM PST). Dance the night away as the Moon in Pisces can give you happy feet.

Calendar of the Moon for November 20

Calendar of the Moon

 

 

Reed Month

Color: Blue-green
Element: Water
Altar: Upon cloth of blue-green place a vase of reeds, a single blue-green candle, a great bowl of water floating with wetlands plant leaves, and a knife.
Offering: Recycle something useless into something useful.
Daily Meal: Vegetarian soup and sandwiches. Only water or herbal tea to drink.

Ngetal Invocation

Call: Now is the time of the bleak cold.
Response: Now the reeds whisper in the swamp.
Call: Now is the time when we see the growing dark.
Response: Now is the time when we begin to shiver.
Call: Now is the time of bare trees.
Response: Now is the time of rain and wind.
Call: Now the rain fills the wetlands to overflowing.
Response: Now the swamp overflows into our lives.
Call: We feel our feet dragged down into the cold waters.
Response: Yet the wetland is the source of greatest life!
Call: We feel ourselves pulled into the unfamiliar.
Response: Unfamiliar to us, but no less of value.
Call: The damp cold begins to reach our bones.
Response: We must welcome its touch.
Call: We must keep it far away with fire’s warmth!
Response: We must welcome its touch.
Call: Why should we not ban it from our lives?
Response: For this, too, is a Mystery of water.
Call: Not the deep mystery of the Ocean…
Response: Not the running flow of the river…
Call: Not the crystal of snow and ice…
Response: But the secrets of the still waters.
Call: From the still waters springs the greatest number of lives!
Response: And it is this that we must honor.
Call: Welcome into ourselves the song of the whispering reeds!
Response: Welcome into ourselves the oncoming winter.

Chant:

Cold as stone
Marshes heart
We will own
What is apart

 

[Pagan Book of Hours]

Current Moon Phase for November 20: First Quarter

First Quarter Moon

(waxing/49% illumination)

Emotions begin to stir coupled with recognizing that the new beginnings you are making must also increase personal security to be worthwhile over the long haul. This is a time when it’s appropriate to get in touch with your gut instincts and begin to guide your life more deliberately, with an awareness of using your “sixth sense” as well as your enthusiasm. Obstacles may emerge that require you to reevaluate how to better integrate yourself into your immediate environment.

The Witches Almanac for *Tuesday, November 20

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The Witches Almanac for *Tuesday, November 20

*Tuesday(Mars): Passion, sex, courage, aggression, and protection.

 

Revolution Day (Mexican)

Moon Sign: *Aquarius

*Aquarius: Rebellious energy. Time to break habits and make abrupt changes. Personal freedom and individuality is the focus.

*Waxing Moon *Waxing Moon: is the ideal time for magick to draw things toward you.

Moon enters *Pisces 11:55 am

*Pisces: The focus is on dreaming, nostalgia, intuition and psychic impressions. A good time for spiritual or philanthropic activities.

Moon Phase: Second Quarter 9:31 am

Incense: Cinnamon

Color: Scarlet

~Magickal Graphics~

Third Eye Ritual

Third Eye Ritual

Ritual to open your third eye.

Perform this ritual three days before the full moon, preferably when the moon is in the sign of Cancer, Pisces, or Scorpio. Begin by brewing a strong tea made from yarrow or Mugwort. Light thirteen candles purple votive candles to help attract psychic influence. Drink tea, stare into a magick mirror, crystal ball or pyramid and chant three times:

“I invoke thee, O Asariel, Archangel of Neptune and Ruler of clairvoyant powers. I ask thee now to open my Third eye. Show me the hidden light. Let me see the future. Let me see the past. Let me perceive the Divine Kingdoms of the unknown. Let me understand the wisdom of the mighty Universe. So Mote It Be!”

After chanting, relax, breathe slowly, and concentrate on opening your third eye. Do not allow any negative thoughts to enter your mind.

Living in Harmony & Achieving Balance

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Wicca acknowledges the cycles of nature, the lunar phases and the seasons to celebrate their spirituality and to worship the Divine. It is a belief system that allows the Witch to work with, not in supplication to Deities with the intent of living in harmony and achieving balance with all things.

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Your Daily Horoscopes for Monday, November 19th

Our heads and hearts may be in conflict today as the conceptual Aquarius Moon prompts us to detach from our feelings and act rationally. But it’s hard to ignore our gut instincts as intelligent Mercury aspects passionate Pluto. Our emotions have a sense of urgency now; it can even seem like we’re in survival mode. Nevertheless, the Moon’s stressful square to retrograde Mercury makes communication difficult by clouding our logic with our desires.

 

Aries Horoscope

(Mar 21 – Apr 19)

You may believe that gathering more information is a smart idea today, but additional data won’t help you make a better decision. Usually, compiling more facts enables you to easily choose an effective course of action. But now, it seems like they just get in your way. Even if it feels as if you can’t start until you understand everything, you probably already know enough to get the ball rolling.

 

Taurus Horoscope

(Apr 20 – May 20)

Your career objectives may have been clear in your own mind, but that was before you set your plan into motion. Now it might appear that you’ve made the situation worse. Unfortunately, the harder you push today, the more you could damage your own potential for success. Luckily, everything could work out for the best if you ease off a bit while you reconsider how to reach your goal. You have more time than you think to plan your next move.

 

Gemini Horoscope

(May 21 – Jun 20)

Challenging circumstances might prevent you from being clear about your direction today, making you feel as if you just want to retreat. Unfortunately, this is not a great time to give up on your dreams. Instead, be as clever as you can, think it all through and create a new and improved plan. Thankfully, you’ll be more prepared to overcome the obstacles in your path once you take the time to re-evaluate your options.

 

Cancer Horoscope

(Jun 21 – Jul 22)

You may not understand why everything isn’t going your way today, but you might be jumping to the wrong conclusions. Whatever seems to be problematic now can actually work out for the best later on. Instead of letting your bad mood color current events, stay as objective as possible. Remember, your words impact others more than you realize, so hold your thoughts to yourself until they transform into a more positive outlook.

 

Leo Horoscope

(Jul 23 – Aug 22)

You could feel as if you’re fighting an inner battle now, yet it may play out in a current relationship. Don’t withdraw; facing a difficult issue with a close friend or partner is the best way to conquer your fears. Just talking about your concerns improves your chances to find satisfaction because your mind continues to figure out alternative courses of action. Fortunately, your new ideas will likely have greater potential for success.

 

Virgo Horoscope

(Aug 23 – Sep 22)

You may be bored at work today, but still need to fulfill your obligations. Instead of doing your job the same old way, it might help to take a new approach. Even if it turns out that your experiment isn’t as efficient as you wish, you’ll still feel better that you tried something different. Ultimately, your frame of mind is more important now than how long it takes you to finish your job.

 

Libra Horoscope

(Sep 23 – Oct 22)

Even if you are receiving encouragement everywhere you turn today, you still might not believe the good news you are hearing. It’s difficult to trust the optimism of others because you, too, may be trying to make things sound better than they are now. Take the pressure off of the situation and just roll with the waves. Acknowledging the limitations of your logic frees you from the consequences of any temporary negativity.

 

Scorpio Horoscope

(Oct 23 – Nov 21)

You might not get everything you want today, yet there are still plenty of opportunities to make the best of current circumstances. Part of your problem may be your inflated hopes, leading you to expect things to fall magically into place. Try not to put too much stock in anything that isn’t working out, for the immediate changes you make now can bring deeper satisfaction down the road.

 

Sagittarius Horoscope

(Nov 22 – Dec 21)

You don’t like to place all your eggs in one basket. However, you may be so focused on specific tasks that certain aspects won’t likely work out as expected. There is, however, a silver lining to this cloud. You might be able to dream your way to success if you can find a way to keep all the facts on the table while honoring your creative imagination.

 

Capricorn Horoscope

(Dec 22 – Jan 19)

Everything seems to be blown out of proportion today, so it’s challenging to find the right pace and stick to it. Even the littlest problem could become an insurmountable obstacle. Ironically, the big issues may not be threatening enough until you’ve run into them head first. Don’t wait until it’s too late; bring your thoughts out into the open where others can see your internal process. They will be more inclined to jump in with the support you need if they know what you’re feeling.

 

Aquarius Horoscope

(Jan 20 – Feb 18)

Sometimes you can appear disconnected from reality, but others usually don’t know how far out your thoughts actually are. Now, as the Moon moves through your sign, you can surprise everyone with your uncanny brilliance. It’s your turn to be the hero by finding a solution to a problem that others can’t solve. Don’t hold back. Think big today, and trust the original ideas that come to you no matter how weird they seem at first.

 

Pisces Horoscope

(Feb 19 – Mar 20)

If you are justly accused of a wrongdoing today, quickly admit your guilt and ask for forgiveness. Don’t make excuses or slip into denial. On the other hand, if you did nothing to precipitate the emotional outburst, the situation can be a bit stickier. Wait until you know all the facts before responding, for something may be going on that isn’t yet out in the open.

As Witches….

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We accept responsibility for our actions and deeds as clearly a result of the choices we make. We do not blame an exterior entity or being for our shortcoming, weaknesses or mistakes. If we mess up or do something that brings harm to another, we have no one but ourselves to blame and must face the consequences resulting from those actions.

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Daily Cosmic Calendar for November 19th

The early hours have an upbeat and favorable vibe due to the Moon in Aquarius making a harmonious trine with Jupiter in Gemini (2:49AM PST) followed just one minute later (2:50AM PST) by a Moon-Neptune parallel. Write down your dreams and nocturnal soul-wanderings for future consideration.  Tensions are back and causing a rise in stress as the Moon parallels Saturn (7:06AM PST), Pallas squares Vesta (8:02AM PST), and Mercury makes a frictional, 45-degree tie with Pluto (10:53AM PST). Taking a time-out from business-as-usual during these alignments is sensible.  Love bonds receive a solid lift due to the Moon forming a parallel with Venus (7:36PM PST). Around 21 hours before Pallas shifts gears from reverse to forward, Mercury forms a trine to Pallas in water signs (8:18PM PST). Strategy sessions with a trusted friend or adviser may be in the cards.  Extra hours of rest and sleep are suggested later on since the Sun is parallel Pluto (10:20PM PST), Mercury makes an off-kilter, 150-degree link to Vesta (10:48PM PST) while Mars opposes Ceres (11:17PM PST). Be prepared for tomorrow’s illuminating energy-field.

Calendar of the Moon for November 19th

Calendar of the Moon

19 Ngetal/Maimakterion

Scathach’s Day

Colors: Black and Red
Element: Air
Altar: Upon cloth of black and red place three red candles, wooden practice swords, quarterstaves, and a cup of animal’s blood.
Offering: Mentor someone in something difficult that they fear, and do not be gentle with them.
Daily Meal: Meat.

Invocation to Scathach

Hail teacher of warriors!
Hail Lady who hones the edges
Of young hotbloods sharp and keen,
Who cools their seething heads,
Who makes them think of strategy and logic,
Who quickens their reflexes,
Who tempers their dross iron
Into serviceable steel.
Hail Lady of the sword and shield,
Lady of the spear and staff,
Lady many-weaponed, who knows the secrets
Of each killing blow,
Hail Lady of the Isle of Skye,
The crashing waves, the bridge of knives,
The salmon’s leap across the unknown.
You test our strength,
Giving us the cold reality
Of what we can and cannot do.
You push our boundaries,
Encouraging us to do more
That we thought possible.
You take no excuses,
And for that we must be grateful.
Hail teacher of warriors;
May we all learn beneath your implacable blows.

(The cup of blood is poured out as a libation. Each person steps up to the altar and names something that is difficult for them, where they need to be honed. They indicate one of the practice weapons, and one who has been chosen to do the work of the ritual strikes them three times with it. The first strike should be light, and the second and third strikes harder only if they ask for it to be so. Thus Scathach gives her blessing.)

[Pagan Book of Hours]

Calendar of the Sun for November 19th

Calendar of the Sun

 

Feralia: Day of Purification

Color: White
Element: Air
Altar: On a white cloth put a lit candle, incense, a cup of water, and a bowl of salt.
Offering: Although this day is not a day of total silence, it is a solemn day and talking should be done only when necessary and in quiet tones. Bodies should be thoroughly cleaned during the bathing hour, and then the altar area should be cleaned and purified with all four elements. Each person, upon entering the altar space at the beginning of Sponde should remove their clothing and be naked, and each body should be purified with the four elements and marked with water and salt, at which point they may enrobe again. Chores of the day should concentrate on cleaning and repair.
Daily Meal: Vegan and extremely simple and plain.

Feralia Invocation

Breathe the air into your body
And breathe out again,
And as you breathe out,
Let all grime and corruption
Depart on that breath
(All breathe together for twelve breaths.)
Feel the blood coursing through your body
And imagine it clean
Of anything but what should be there.
Feel the energy coursing through your body
And wash it clean
Of anything that does not belong.
Feel the Earth beneath you,
Remember that She can absorb all
Remember that all rot is her provenance
Draw her energy up into you
And give it back again.

(After this grounding, all breathe together again in a yogic breathing pattern for the next half an hour, after which all will go with water and salt and incense and fire to all rooms in the house and cleanse them. Great care should be taken for the rest of the day not to disturb the energy of the freshly cleaned house.)

 

[Pagan Book of Hours]

The Witches Magick for November 19th – SPELL TO REFLECT NEGATIVITY

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SPELL TO REFLECT NEGATIVITY

You will need your magic mirror or a consecrated small round mirror, a wide-mouthed glass jar, ashes, vinegar, a knife or something else sharp like a razor blade or piece of broken glass, and an apple.

After sundown, set the jar before the mirror and place in it some ashes.
Fill it up about 2/3 of the way with vinegar.
Take the apple and carve into it something that will represent the person or the negativity which follows or attacks you. Try and make it as clear as you can-while you carve, infuse the apple with all of the negativity you perceive around you. Raise the apple above the jar and say:

“Evil send must come to rest
Reflect it back to who knows best
Energy spent for evil and bane,
Go back now from whence you came
Far away I send you this hour
May all your attempts to harm turn sour!”

Place the apple in the jar-for best results do this spell for three consecutive nights.


~Magickal Graphics~

The Witches Correspondence for Monday, November 19th

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The Witches Correspondence for Monday, November 19th

 

Magickal Intentions: Psychic Sensitivity, Women’s Mysteries, Tides, Waters, Emotional Issues, Agriculture, Animals, Female Fertility, Messages, Theft, Reconciliations, Voyages, Dreams and Merchandise
Incense: African Violet, Honeysuckle, Myrtle, Willow, Wormwood
Planet: Moon
Sign: Cancer
Angel: Gabriel
Colors: Silver, White and Gray
Herbs/Plants: Night Flowers, Willow Root, Orris Root, Birch, Motherwort, Vervain, White Rose and White Iris
Stones: Carnelian, Moonstone, Aquamarine, Pearl, Clear Quartz, Fluorite, Geodes
Oil: (Moon) Jasmine, Lemon, Sandalwood

Monday belongs to the Moon. Monday’s energy best aligns itself with efforts that deal with women, home and hearth, the family, the garden, travel, and medicine. It also boosts rituals involving psychic development and prophetic dreaming.

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The Witches Almanac for *Monday, November 19

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The Witches Almanac for *Monday, November 19

*Monday (Moon): Peace, sleep, healing, compassion, friends, psychic awareness, purification and fertility.

Garifuna Day (Belzian)

Moon Sign: *Aquarius

*Aquarius: Rebellious energy. Time to break habits and make abrupt changes. Personal freedom and individuality is the focus.

*Waxing Moon

*Waxing Moon (from the New Moon to the Full): is the ideal time for magick to draw things toward you.

Incense: Narcissus

Moon Phase: First Quarter

Color: Gray

~Magickal Graphics~

A Little Humor – Learning your ABC’s for Witches and Pagans

Learning your ABC’s for Witches and Pagans

To learn your letters you must start With a clever mind and a willing heart Each one is special, just like you And you will learn them all by the time we are through!

  • A is Athame, the knife that we use
  • B is for Beltane, when partners we choose
  • C is for Circle where we all are one.
  • D is for Deosil, path of the Sun.
  • E is for Esbat, when we gather round
  • F is for Fire and its crackling sound
  • G is the Goddess in beauty and love.
  • H is the Horned One, our Father above.
  • I is for Imbolg, candles light the way,
  • J is for June when it’s Midsummer’s Day
  • K is for Karma, the things that we do
  • L is for Lammas, harvest’s almost through!
  • M is for Moon, riding way up so high,
  • N is for Nighttime, which darkens the sky
  • O is for Ostara, when we hunt for eggs,
  • P is for Pan, with hairy goat legs
  • Q is the Quarters and there are just four,
  • R for the Rites when we open the Door
  • S is for Samhain, end of the year,
  • T is for Tarot cards, futures to hear
  • U is Undines from the watery West
  • V is Vervain for protection and rest
  • W’s Widdershins, the path of the moon.
  • X is the sign that’s the sign of the God
  • Y is for Yule and the sun’s return
  • Z is the Zodiac, 12 signs to learn

To learn them all you will have to try And now it is time to say goodbye Merry have we met, and Merry have we been Merry shall we part and Merry meet again!

Your Horoscopes for Sunday, November 18th

We need to identify with a group or community of likeminded people today. Paradoxically, the eclectic Aquarius Moon helps us to connect with our friends while also reminding us how we are each different from one another. It’s about what makes everyone unique, even as we remain a part of the collective. Our attraction to being on a team is reinforced as friendly Venus in socially conscious Libra forms a spiritual quintile with passionate Pluto.

 

Aries Horoscope

(Mar 21 – Apr 19)

Supporting a cause can be challenging and your abrupt actions may actually create some hurt feelings today. It’s fine to have differences of opinion as long as your disagreements remain civil in tone. Mercury’s retrograde prompts misunderstandings that could send a discussion in a totally unproductive direction, so listen carefully to what others are saying now before you go too far.

 

Taurus Horoscope

(Apr 20 – May 20)

Your ability to act responsibly may be tested today, especially if your friends want to express their independence. But giving orders won’t work because no one seems to understand your true motivation now. Everyone is looking for explanations, so be prepared to have valid reasons for whatever you do. Take your time and explain your strategy rather than bossing people around. Cultivating a team attitude is your current route to success.

 

Gemini Horoscope

(May 21 – Jun 20)

Your busy brain has a life of its own today as it processes ideas that flood in from all directions. You enjoy the mental buzz, although you might not be very productive now as exotic people from faraway places prove to be quite distracting. Exploring other worlds is a worthwhile endeavor, even if it doesn’t fit into your current schedule.

 

Cancer Horoscope

(Jun 21 – Jul 22)

You’re likely to be stretched emotionally and intellectually by someone who lures you out of your comfort zone today. Letting go of old patterns can open your eyes to new ways of being in a relationship. Although it can be scary to leave familiar habits behind, keep in mind that some of them may actually be ruts or routines. Take a risk and you might just get what you want.

 

Leo Horoscope

(Jul 23 – Aug 22)

Your social life may be busier than usual while the Moon is visiting your 7th House of Relationships. This is a great time to connect with someone new, even if you aren’t sure where the interaction will go. You might be challenged to find a way past the apparent differences of opinion, but sincere discussions can lead to establishing common ground.

 

Virgo Horoscope

(Aug 23 – Sep 22)

Helping others comes naturally, since you derive real satisfaction from being of service. Put your energy toward creating a special event by throwing a dinner party or hosting a gathering for a few friends. Whatever you do today, remember that mixing people with a variety of interests stimulates your imagination and should prove to be a pleasurable experience for everyone involved.

 

Libra Horoscope

(Sep 23 – Oct 22)

Fun and games may be on the top of your agenda today, with the Moon lighting up your 5th House of Self-Expression. Set aside more serious demands and make it a priority to enjoy yourself now. Remember that life cannot always be measured in terms of what you accomplish. Sometimes it’s simply about joyfully living in the moment and cherishing the people that matter most.

 

Scorpio Horoscope

(Oct 23 – Nov 21)

You may want to redecorate or reorganize at home with the Moon brightening your 4th House of Domestic Conditions. Whether you are addressing your physical environment or a complicated family problem, this is an opportune time to work through an emotionally charged issue. Tackle the toughest tasks now because you have the determination to resolve them and the fortitude to finish what you start.

 

Sagittarius Horoscope

(Nov 22 – Dec 21)

You may have a fantastic idea that motivates you to change your priorities today. Being inspired is exhilarating, but try to maintain a healthy perspective or you could get carried away by an unrealistic vision. Before you create problems by promising more than you can deliver, make sure that your feet are on the ground and you know exactly where you’re going.

 

Capricorn Horoscope

(Dec 22 – Jan 19)

You might be uncertain about how to manage your money now because it’s challenging to balance practicality with innovation. You could become obsessed with a new high-tech gadget, but the cost may not justify the upgrade. Find other ways to satisfy your desires without breaking the bank. An imaginative approach to using the resources you already have can open up new avenues of financial opportunity.

 

Aquarius Horoscope

(Jan 20 – Feb 18)

New ideas are normally exciting, yet today could be an extra special thrill as you learn a significant lesson. A very smart person may challenge you with a new perspective that makes you uncomfortable at first. Nevertheless, you crave the intellectual stimulation. If you must question authority, directly address the concepts without attacking the messenger so you can still gain value from the exchange.

 

Pisces Horoscope

(Feb 19 – Mar 20)

A meditative day is just what you need now to recharge your energy reserve. Even if you have chores to do, make sure that you also schedule downtime for yourself. Getting out in nature today may be a great way to find the relaxation you currently crave. Fresh air can lift your spirits and infuse your soul with much needed inspiration.

Daily Cosmic Calendar for November 18th

There have been three stations by celestial bodies already in November (Mercury, Neptune and Chiron) and, two days from now, Pallas takes its turn being in the spotlight. Issues concerning problem-solving and strategy sessions will become increasingly important over the next 48+ hours.  In the meantime, the Moon in Capricorn leaves void status to enter the universal air sign of Aquarius (4:11AM PST). It’s now the right time of the month to energize group projects, team sports, community events, and global causes close to your heart and idealistic beliefs.  With Venus making an inspirational, 72-degree rapport with Pluto (9:19AM PST), your creative artistic juices are really flowing. Try your hand at unusual crafts and hobbies. With the Moon contacting high-tech ruling Uranus via a supportive, 60-degree alliance (12:31PM PST), it is a good afternoon to visit stores that specialize in state-of-the-art electronic gadgets.  Reading, writing and advanced studies in esoteric philosophy, astrology, numerology and kindred subjects are highlighted this evening as the Moon approaches a flowing trine with Jupiter (forming exactly at 2:49AM PST tomorrow morning).