Sunsign Lucky Directions

Sunsign Lucky Directions

Which direction is lucky for you? Based on your astrological sun sign, find out all about your lucky direction. Should you study facing the east or the north west? Will the west bring you good news or will it be the South?

Sunsign Aries-
If your sun sign is Aries, your lucky direction for love is the east. By heading east, you are most likely to meet someone special. It may be love at first sight for you. For studies and career growth, the north will bring you luck Aries. The South east will be lucky financially, for all of you who belong to the zodiac sign Aries.

Sunsign Taurus-
If you belong to the zodiac sign Taurus, you will find the north east to be lucky for you in terms of love, romance and marriage. To enhance your career, the east direction will be lucky for you, Taurus. For financial luck, the north west direction will be lucky and will bring you good fortune.

Sunsign Gemini-
If your sunsign is Gemini; you will find the North West to be extremely lucky and good for your love life. Chances of meeting someone exciting in this direction are high. You will notice a visible growth in your career and see a lot of improve by heading towards the east. Financially, your luck will improve if you take all important decisions facing the north.

Sunsign Cancer-
For those of you who belong to the zodiac sign Cancer, your lucky direction for finding love is the north. Head out for a romantic vacation to some place towards the east. For growth in terms of your career, the west will be lucky for you Cancer. Financial luck will come to you if you make some investments in the north western direction.

Sunsign Leo-
If your zodiac sign is Leo, you will find the north east to be very lucky for you in terms of love and romance. You will finally meet the partner of your dreams if you head in this direction. Leo will find the east to be lucky for career related matters. Financially, the north will bring good luck and prosperity for Leo.

Sunsign Virgo-
If you belong to the zodiac sign Virgo you will find the north to be lucky for your love life. It will finally bring you that someone special you have been waiting for! For growth in career and meeting your career ambitions, the south east will be lucky. For financial luck, Virgo must take decisions facing the north or the east.

Sunsign Libra-
If your sunsign is Libra, you will find love towards your lucky direction north west. Career wise, you must take all your important decisions facing the east. It will bring you good results. You will gain financially by making investments towards the north.

Sunsign Scorpio-
If your sunsign is Scorpio, you will find love towards the west. To attract luck and boost your career prospects, always take decisions facing the northwest. Financially, the east direction will bring you luck and prosperity.

Sunsign Sagittarius-
If you belong to the zodiac sign Sagittarius, you will find the North West direction to be lucky for love related matters. The south will bring you new opportunities and help you grow professionally. For financial luck, take all important decisions facing the east.

Sunsign Capricorn-
If you belong to the zodiac sign Capricorn, you will find the north to be lucky for all love related matters. Attract luck in your career by heading to the south direction. You will gain financially, by taking all important decisions facing the south east direction.

Sunsign Aquarius-
Aquarius, your lucky direction for love is the north. You are likely to meet someone very charming if you head to the north. Growth and new opportunities are likely to come your way from your lucky direction, east. Financial luck is indicated to come from the North West direction.

Sunsign Pisces-
If you belong to the sun sign Pisces, you will attract love by heading to the north. Employment opportunities and good news in terms of your career will come to you from the west. Financially, you will gain by taking decisions facing the east Pisces.

Candle Cleansing and Consecration

Candle Cleansing and Consecration  
Cleansing a candle removes any psychic debris or residual energy, think of a cleansing as a spiritual ‘reset’ button.

You can cleanse a candle using any of the following methods:

Pass it through incense smoke
Allow it to bath in the light of the moon overnight
Bury the candle in sea salt, and leave it for a day

Consecration is when you reprogram the tool, in other words – you tell the item what it’s purpose is:

Hold your projective (writing) hand over the candle and imagine that white light is beaming from your palm, and into the candle – say the following:
“I consecrate you, candle of wax,
to cleanse you and purify you,
so that you may serve me in my magickal workings.
In the name of the Mother Goddess and Father God
you are consecrated.”

After this you need to charge it, hold the candle with both hands, and say:

“I charge you by the power of the Ancients: the Goddess and the God
by the powers of the Sun, the Moon and the Stars
by the elements of Air, Fire, Water and Earth
May you serve me well.
So Mote it Be.”

The candle is now ready for use.

 

Pagan Magick

Daily Horoscopes for November 29th

We gain a new sense of clarity today as we compare innovative possibilities about the future to plans we previously set aside. The Moon’s shift into intellectual Aquarius at 2:01 am EST motivates us to explore a variety of solutions to our current problems while her sextile to the Sun helps us to stay on track. Nevertheless, a visionary Sun-Jupiter biquintile prevents us from playing it safe and encourages us to reach beyond our normal limits.

 

Aries Horoscope
Aries Horoscope (Mar 21 – Apr 19)

You can see exciting possibilities when only yesterday everything seemed more problematic. However, you haven’t been suddenly struck with answers to all of your questions. Rather, it’s your perspective that’s changed and you’re more willing now to let the ambiguity resolve naturally. It’s healthy to imagine the desired outcome to a situation, but you don’t need to force resolution to the issue prematurely.

Taurus Horoscope
Taurus Horoscope (Apr 20 – May 20)

Although you want to make plans for what’s ahead, you might not be eager now to peer too far into your future. You may believe that you’re close to achieving an important milestone on your way to success, even if you still have a way to go. Still, there’s no use wasting energy by concentrating on a current obstacle. Instead, get busy and revise your schedule with a new timetable that charts your path to your destination.

Gemini Horoscope
Gemini Horoscope (May 21 – Jun 20)

You might get an uncharacteristic urge to withdraw socially today, but your friends will likely seek you out to join them, anyway. Don’t bother giving them your reasons for passing up an invitation; instead, just say yes. You’ll be glad that you changed your mind and decided to come out of hiding. It’s better to enjoy yourself with others if given the chance because you can always find time to be alone later.

Cancer Horoscope
Cancer Horoscope (June 21 – Jul 22)

You may be uncomfortable with what’s happening in a relationship, yet you now have an opportunity to push beyond your fears. Although you tend to hold on to what’s familiar because it fosters security, it’s time to take an emotional risk. Don’t play it safe; do what you can to align your actions with your needs. You may be pleasantly surprised if you take the initiative today to stretch past your old limitations and try something new.

Leo Horoscope
Leo Horoscope (Jul 23 – Aug 22)

An eccentric person could arrive on the scene now with the non-conformist Aquarius Moon’s visit to your 7th House of Others. An exciting invitation may not be what you expected, but you could be tempted to turn down the offer because of time constraints. Luckily, today isn’t likely to unfold according to your plans, so it’s a good idea to set aside your agenda and have some fun. Your flexibility might just be rewarded with lasting happy memories.

Virgo Horoscope
Virgo Horoscope (Aug 23 – Sep 22)

You have a number of unusual tasks on your list of things to do today and may be looking forward to getting started. However, you aren’t sure how everything will go until you actually begin, so don’t waste time trying to fill in the details. Your best strategy is to let go of your need to micromanage and just make it up along the way. You already have the skills necessary for success, so just apply them as needed.

Libra Horoscope
Libra Horoscope (Sep 23 – Oct 22)

You are easily coaxed into setting aside your long-term responsibilities for a while if you think that you’ll be able to experience a bit of pleasure today. The Moon is visiting your 5th House of Play now, so take time to express yourself in the present moment. Don’t worry if you need to return later to complete unfinished business. Let yourself be as creative as possible, even if it’s not about making money. Don’t hold back; do something for the sheer fun of it.

Scorpio Horoscope
Scorpio Horoscope (Oct 23 – Nov 21)

It requires a lot of effort to talk you into going anywhere today because the Moon in your 4th House of Security reminds you how much you would prefer to stay at home. You want to watch the world go by quietly because your inner experience is much more important now than scattering your energy socially. Don’t worry if you don’t live up to someone else’s expectations; you get to decide what brings true spiritual value into your life, even if it doesn’t involve anyone else.

Sagittarius Horoscope
Sagittarius Horoscope (Nov 22 – Dec 21)

The Moon’s harmonious connection with the Sun in your optimistic sign today lifts your spirit above the mundane events of your daily life. Your current need for independence is so strong that you might not be willing to justify your desires to anyone else. Of course, you can discuss anything you want, but no one has the authority to tell you what to think. Just taking a moment to remind yourself that you’re in charge of your inner world is enough to make you happy now.

Capricorn Horoscope
Capricorn Horoscope (Dec 22 – Jan 19)

You may want to make a decision about how to budget your money today, but you’re being pulled in several directions. It’s possible that you have a few things you would like to do, but not enough cash to go around. For example, you could decide to buy something special for yourself, only to see a beautiful gift for someone else. Even if social obligations make your choices more difficult, remember to be nice to yourself. If your heart’s not happy, you won’t have anything to give to those you love.

Aquarius Horoscope
Aquarius Horoscope (Jan 20 – Feb 18)

The Moon’s return to your eclectic sign gives you permission to express your feelings, even if they’re not what others expect. But it’s not necessary to hide your true needs just because others may be uncomfortable with them. However, you don’t have the right to spew your opinions without doing so in a kind manner. Being considerate of those you love may change your words, but it really doesn’t have to alter your truth.

Pisces Horoscope
Pisces Horoscope (Feb 19 – Mar 20)

This is a magical day if you remember that you can create a positive atmosphere wherever you go by virtue of your attitude. Your spiritual orientation is capable of turning the most boring chore into a sacred act of gratitude. But what others perceive now isn’t what’s important. Honor the richness of your imagination and aspire to experience beauty, even if it cannot be put into words.

Daily Cosmic Calendar for Tuesday, November 29th

Daily Cosmic Calendar

 
 
During the last two days of November, the universe appears to be backing you up to an extraordinary degree. The tempestuous days of last week may seem like an old memory and the upcoming challenges that will strike during the first four days of December are still waiting in the wings. Between today and tomorrow, today receives the greater potential glory. Aquarius Moon is highlighting the need to focus more attention on group projects, team sports, community participation, and global causes close to your heart and mind. Pallas is a big and positive influence as the Sun in Sagittarius forms a supportive, 60-degree rapport with this wisdom-magnifying asteroid in Aquarius (9:40AM PST) while the Moon merges its energy-field with Pallas at Noon PST. Add on a highly constructive, 60-degree alliance of the Moon and Sun (12:10PM PST), and there are several hours when you can demonstrate your problem-solving skills with a flourish. Pallas super-strong can also give you a boost with strategy-sessions, research, and enhancing the power of your immune system. Try your luck at playing chess, backgammon or a favorite card game. Keep a notebook nearby your bed overnight to record Technicolor dreams and nocturnal soul-wanderings as the Moon parallels Neptune (10:34PM PST). The Moon linking up with Neptune can also stimulate your urge to improvise on a favorite musical instrument, experiment with a video camera or imagine new dance routines.

Our Horoscope Trouble Spots

Our Horoscope Trouble Spots

  • posted by Annie B. Bond

Inspired by Astroshamanism, Book 2, by Franco Santoro (Findhorn Press, 2003).

Every sun sign of the zodiac has its weaknesses, and knowing what they are can be a valuable help to us as we craft our lives. After all, we will be less likely to engage in negative behaviors if we have a heads-up about the ones that might be troublesome or difficult for us!

Find out the trouble spots for your sun-sign, so you can downplay them, (or avoid them altogether!) here:

Aries, March 21-April 19:Aggressiveness, competition, contempt, hostility, impatience, irritability, stress, wilfulness.

Taurus, April 20-May 21:Fear and denial of the non-material, greed, materialism, over-indulgence, possessiveness, stubbornness, resistance.

Gemini, May 22-June 20:Ambiguity, cheating, criticalness, cunning, carelessness, deception, flattery, forgetfulness, gossip, indecisiveness, nervousness, unreliability.

Cancer, June 21-July 22:Attachment to past, co-dependency, emotional instability, food addiction, insecurity, moodiness, neediness, obsessive romanticism, possessiveness.

Leo, July 23- Aug 22:Arrogance, conceit, destructives, narcissims, ostentation, pompousness, shallowness.

Virgo, Aug 23-Sept 22:Frustration, fussiness, guilt, hypochondria, hyper-criticism, insecurity, nit-picking, over-perfectionism, pedantry, pessimism, restlessness, servility, work-addition, worry.

Libra, Sept 23-Oct 22:Ambivalence, compromise, dependence, exploitation of relationships for ego gain, extravagance, frivolity indecisiveness, indolence, narcissism, procrastination, wastefulness.

Scorpio, Oct 23-Nov 21:Control, defensiveness, guilt, inflexibility, isolation, jealousy, manipulation, morbidity, obsession, obstinacy, possessiveness, resentment, secretiveness, self-hate, vindictiveness.


Sagittarius, Nov 22-Dec 21:
Conceit, dissipation, exaggeration, exhibitionism, extravagance, fanaticism, ill-judgment, inflation, irresponsibility, laziness, pretentiousness, recklessness, self-righteousness, self-indulgence, superficiality.

Capricorn, Dec 22-Jan 19:Apprehensiveness, coldness, dogmatism, fear of change, maliciousness, manipulation, mistrustfulness, narrow-mindedness, over-materialism, pessimism, rigidity, self-repression, stubbornness, suspiciousness.

Aquarius, Jan 20-Feb 18: Addiction to change, aggressiveness, autocracy, brusqueness, eccentricity, explosiveness, intolerance, irresponsibility, perversity, unreliability, urge to shock.

Pisces, Feb 19-March 20: Addiction, escapism, dishonesty, dramatization, gullibility, hysteria, hypersensitivity, impracticality, irrationality, self-deception, self-indulgence, shyness, vagueness, victimization.

 

Today’s Cosmic Calendar for November 28th

This first day of this workweek suggests that big business ventures, professional aims and entrepreneurial matters are core issues. The main reason is that the Moon continues its monthly transit in the third and final earth sign – Capricorn. In addition, the Sun forms a subtle and yet still advantageous, 30-degree rapport with Pluto (10:37AM PST). The 30-degree aspect is considered minor by many astrologers, but when the center of our solar system (the Sun) forms any contact with the outermost, main planet (Pluto) – some 3 billion miles away – it is wise to heed what is going on. And in this case, you have an opportunity to understand hidden motives in yourself and ferret out normally secretive behavior patterns of your competitors in order to give yourself an edge on the money-making superhighway of the modern world. However, the Moon squares Saturn at 3:02PM PST – beginning an 8-hour void limbo time-period until 11:03PM PST when the Moon enters service-oriented Aquarius. Keep a low profile during the void lunar dispensation. It is okay to finish old projects on a high note, but keep new plans under wraps until the Moon shifts into Aquarius. Strive to maintain your productivity in arts, crafts and hobbies since Mercury squares Ceres (11:37PM PST).

Happy & Blessed Sunday to you, dear friends!

Days Of The Week Comments 

Sunday Is Ruled By The Sun The Sun naturally rules the first day of the week. Any type of God or solar-related magick is especially potent this day. Spells for logic, thought and leadership will have strong results. Other correspondences for Sunday are: 

Ruling Planet: Sun 

Rituals: money, health, friendship related. 

Colour: Yellow 

Element: Fire. 

Number: 6  

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New Moon Report for Novembr 26th – Venus in Capricorn

 

 Venus in Capricorn

Saturday, November 26, 4:37 am PST, 7:37 am EST

Amorous Venus grows formal in ambitious Capricorn where the need for status can overcome the tenderness of romance. We may be less cuddly now as insecurity drives greater hunger to control relationships. Venus’ conjunction with Pluto on December 1 could be a key date when self-worth and partnership concerns come to a head. Battling for the top spot challenges the cooperative nature of a loving union. However, if we remain kind to one another, this transit can elevate the quality of commitment and increase a willingness to work hard that solidifies personal and professional alliances.

Astronomy Picture of the Day for November 25th

Astronomy Picture of the Day

Discover the cosmos!Each day a different image or photograph of our fascinating universe is featured, along with a brief explanation written by a professional astronomer.

2011 November 25
See Explanation.  Clicking on the picture will download the highest resolution version available.

A Glimpse of CLIMSO
Image Credit & Copyright: Alain Sallez (picdumidi.org)  

 

Explanation: A tantalizing glimpse inside this dome was captured after sunset at the mountain top Pic Du Midi Observatory in the French Pyrenees. But while most are just beginning their work at sunset, this observatory’s day was done. The instrument looming within is CLIMSO (for Christian Latouche IMageur Solaire), dedicated to exploring dynamic phenomena across the surface and atmosphere of the Sun. To image the solar atmosphere or corona, CLIMSO uses coronagraphs. Developed by French astronomer Bernard Lyot in the 1930s, coronagraphs block light from the center of the telescope beam to create an artificial solar eclipse and allow a continuous view of the solar corona. In this surreal twilight scene above a sea of clouds, the dome’s interior was revealed by the single, long exposure as the open slit rotated across the field of view.

Cosmic Calendar for Friday, November 25th

If you feel you made it through the mine field of mental, emotional and physical stress during the last 72-hours with enormous courage and accomplishments, give yourself several rows of psychic gold and silver stars. Believe it or not, the universe is almost depleted of attack weaponry for the time being and leaves you with a lot of free time and space to sort out your next steps on terra firma. The Moon in Sagittarius is definitely courting you by dangling carrots in the form of fun, games, sports and outdoor adventures. Because the New Moon is behind you, there is an urge to push forward across the board despite the fact that Mercury is retrograde. Keep in mind that this doesn’t mean Mercury is bad or negative. It simply means that Mercury is moving in counterpoint to the Sun’s direct motion. As such, Mercury is encouraging you to review what has happened – particularly in your business affairs, travels and correspondence – during the last few months, and come up with fixes, changes and improvements. If there is one last battle ground occurring today, it is likely to happen around the time that Mars parallels Jupiter (8:42PM PST). Both celestial bodies are at 10+ degrees north of the Celestial Equator and this can function like a zodiacal union where your optimistic mind-set (Jupiter) is energized (Mars) to full capacity. On the other hand, if anger and volatility (Mars) are floating around in your neck of the woods, instead of being successful (Jupiter) in your key fields of expertise, you could suffer a breakdown where pride and arrogance (negative side of Mars and Jupiter combined) force you to cry uncle and ask for forgiveness or a helping hand from dear ones.

Weekend Lunar Love Horoscope for Nov. 25th – 27th

Weekend Love: Lunar Love

by Jeff Jawer

Rollercoaster Romance

November 25 – 27

Get ready for a wild weekend that’s filled with adventure and excitement. Plans can change in an instant and emotions may ride a seesaw of attraction and repulsion that makes it hard to know where things stand. The Moon in enthusiastic Sagittarius joins the outgoing Sun very late on Thursday night. This New Moon is also a Solar Eclipse, provoking powerful feelings and sometimes fears of loss or abandonment. But this is no time to sentimentally hold on to old patterns or expectations. The decks are clear so that relationships can be viewed from a fresh perspective. Of course, sunny Sagittarius sometimes raises hopes so high that it’s very hard to live up to them, so avoid making (or believing in) promises that are unlikely to be kept.

Messages are very mixed on Saturday as the love planet Venus enters reliable and committed Capricorn, where well-thought-out plans are essential ingredients to romance. But Venus’ stressful square with unpredictable Uranus produces sudden shifts of mood. Being open to new experiences is a good way to use this experimental energy since traditional activities are likely to seem boring. Be careful; hasty decisions might shake up current partnerships more than you want or encourage leaping into the arms of a new lover too soon.

New Moon Report for Nov. 24 – New Moon Solar Eclipse in Sagittarius

New Moon Solar Eclipse in Sagittarius

Thursday, November 24, 10:10 pm PST, Friday, November 25, 1:10 am EST

New Moons are usually characterized by a sense of freshness and initiative, but this one is a solar eclipse that puts a backward spin on the lunation cycle. Even though it’s in forward-thinking Sagittarius, the Moon’s shadow crossing the Sun is a reminder to take a step back and rethink our beliefs and re-examine our ideas about the future. Letting go of outdated expectations and rigid moral judgments is necessary before progress can be made. Inventive Uranus in Aries’ favorable trine to this Sun-Moon conjunction opens channels of innovation, but a tense square from energetic Mars in efficient Virgo demands a high degree of attention to current tasks.

The New Moon in visionary Sagittarius casts eyes toward distant horizons of unexplored possibilities. However, this lunation is a solar eclipse that will punish runaway egos and irresponsible behavior. The success of great journeys is built on carefully planned steps that may seem trivial or tedious at the time, yet can take us as far as our imaginations can go.

Your Cosmic Calendar for Turkey Day

Know where you are going and what you are doing. The cosmos has been super-active during the last 48 hours and this next 24-hour drama is another potential blockbuster. The recent solar entry into Sagittarius and last night’s Mercury reversal are sending out conflicting signals – the solar one suggests moving forward while the mercurial one suggests reviewing and re-evaluating recent experiences. Before tonight’s New Moon (10:11PM PST at 3 degrees of Sagittarius) and Partial Solar Eclipse (10:22PM PST) take place, you need to hang on to this celestial carnival ride as Mercury forms a supportive, 60-degree link to Vesta (5:01AM PST), the Sun makes an off-kilter, 150-degree tie to giant Jupiter (7:44AM PST), Mercury parallels Venus (2:26PM PST), the Moon in Scorpio squares Neptune in Aquarius (3:05PM PST and starting a void lunar cycle lasting until 5:58PM PST when Sagittarius Moon begins), Chiron forms a subtle and yet still important, 30-degree tie to Uranus (4:00PM PST), and Venus makes a supportive, 60-degree connection to Neptune (5:53PM PST). Wow! That’s quite a ride and if it weren’t for the Sun-Jupiter 150-degree encounter, much of this day might be filled with numerous treasures. However, when the two largest celestial bodies are out of joint, it demands a lot of energy to stay on track with your primary needs, tasks, and plans. This day is also strange because the so-called dark-of-the-moon vibes are at white-hot intensity until the New Moon and Partial Solar Eclipse happen. And therefore most of this day falls into a category where you need to finish as many old projects as you can on a high note, and leave bold, new undertakings for after the Partial Solar Eclipse happens (10:22PM PST). Even then, you need to be careful about what enterprises you want to launch since Mercury has just begun its three-week reversal. Get set for more cosmic shenanigans tomorrow.

Your Horoscope Spirit Profile

Your Horoscope Spirit Profile

  • posted by Annie B. Bond

Adapted from Earth Magic, by Claire Nahmad (Inner Traditions, 1994).

Most of us have read the personality descriptions on the online horoscope sites, or in the newspaper. But here is a somewhat deeper look at your Sun Sign’s primary qualities, seen from the perspective of the spirit.

Find out more about your deeper nature, right here:

Aries, March 21-April 19: Forceful, self-willed, enthusiastic, exaggerative, passionate, extrovert, pioneer, courageous, self-sufficient, idealistic.

Taurus, April 20-May 21: Strong-willed, toiling, practical, sensuous, musical, literary, artistic, temperate, moist, fruitful, magnetic, beneficent, intractable.

Gemini, May 22-June 20: Communicative, inventive, alert, inquisitive, swift, sharp, versatile, dry, mental, ardent, youthful, mobile, idealistic.

Cancer, June 21-July 22: Reflection, sensitivity, memory, receptiveness, fluctuation, responsiveness, sympathy, magnetism.

Leo, July 23- Aug 22: Initiation, power, glory, vigor, ardor, beneficence, creative force, self-expression, full of ideas, talent.

Virgo, Aug 23-Sept 22: Practicality, discernment, intelligence, healing (health, hygiene, diet), duty, fundamentals, craftsmanship, purity.

Libra, Sept 23-Oct 22: Harmony, gentleness, stability, discrimination, beauty, affection, partnership, marriage, social awareness, justice.

Scorpio, Oct 23-Nov 21: Power, energy, intensity, will, magnetism, subtlety, resurrection, elimination, renewal, resolution.

Sagittarius, Nov 22-Dec 21: Honesty, clarity, dignity, benevolence, magnanimity, jollity, encompassing quality, optimism, loyalty, independence, generosity, love of education, literature, justice.

Capricorn, Dec 22-Jan 19: Responsibility, duty, toil, enquiry, restraint, secrecy, discipline, patience, persistence, doggedness, indefatigable aspiration, limitation, taciturnity, practicality, idealism.

Aquarius, Jan 20-Feb 18: Independence, turbulence, fellowship, friendship, relationship, originality, genius, brotherhood, abstraction, optimism, intellect, remoteness, literature, science, inventiveness, peace, artistry, inspiration, perversity, tenacity, intuition.

Pisces, Feb 19-March 20: Intuitive, impressionable, fanciful, naïve, free spirit, unworldly, creative, imaginative, clairvoyant, retiring, vulnerable, studious, romantic, emotional, trusting, vacillating, melancholy, indecisive, insecure, artistic.

 

Daily Horoscopes for Wednesday, November 23

We may be feeling invincible as energetic Mars trines potent Pluto, culminating a positive cycle that began last week. Our vitality is strong and our emotions are concentrated by the intense Scorpio Moon. Still, an early trine from the brilliant Sun to unruly Uranus can add an element of uncertainty to the day. Additionally, trickster Mercury turns retrograde in adventurous Sagittarius late tonight/early tomorrow, bringing a simple twist of fate.

 

Aries Horoscope
Aries Horoscope (Mar 21 – Apr 19)

Reaching your career objectives or finding your life’s purpose becomes more important now as your desires intensify. You could even grow obsessive, afraid that you’ll miss your chance if you don’t push harder toward your goals. Unfortunately, it’s possible to ride roughshod over other people if you don’t stop and think about the consequences of your actions. Thankfully, you can be quite effective today if you simply take time and consider the feelings of those close to you.

Taurus Horoscope
Taurus Horoscope (Apr 20 – May 20)

A relationship grows more complex if your friend or partner is as inflexible as you are today. Fortunately, you can change the dynamics of the situation by resolving to meet others halfway, instead of trying to fit them into your agenda. In fact, you might be so pleased with the responses you receive that you give more in return. Rather than trying to get your way now, seek common ground instead.

Gemini Horoscope
Gemini Horoscope (May 21 – Jun 20)

It’s a bit unsettling when your rational thoughts are overpowered by intense emotions. You might even think that you’re losing control of the situation. However, this can be a magical moment if you’re willing to admit to yourself that you weren’t running the show even when you believed you were. Broadening your horizons by exploring uncharted feelings can tune you into a deeper message that’s buried behind the noisy distraction of language.

Cancer Horoscope
Cancer Horoscope (June 21 – Jul 22)

This could be a day that’s filled with contemplation, but that won’t stop you from joining in with others if you think that you might have a good time. You want to enjoy the camaraderie, but you might have mixed feelings about engaging in lighthearted social chatter today. Nevertheless, you will probably be happier if you consciously set aside your serious thoughts for a while. Focusing too much attention on your emotions now gets old quickly and isn’t a smart idea.

Leo Horoscope
Leo Horoscope (Jul 23 – Aug 22)

You may feel the need to work harder so you earn more money, but financial success could lose its importance in the weeks ahead. Luckily, you aren’t in a hurry now because you secretly believe that your patience will ultimately be rewarded. Don’t show all your cards yet, or you’ll give away your power too soon. Playing the waiting game is easier if everyone doesn’t know what you’re going to do next.

Virgo Horoscope
Virgo Horoscope (Aug 23 – Sep 22)

You have felt emotionally protected recently, but tensions still lurk beneath the surface. You may be smooth enough today to avoid an open conflict with someone close to you, but there’s still a world of difference that separates you from each other. Thankfully, you’re motivated by a desire for mutual respect and the tolerance of different beliefs. Giving the gift of freedom to others enables love to flourish in a healthy environment.

Libra Horoscope
Libra Horoscope (Sep 23 – Oct 22)

Perhaps you recently demonstrated your flexibility by encouraging the ones you love to pursue their own interests. But now the tables are turned and you may need to defend your core beliefs. You’re not so eager to go along with someone else’s vision if it contradicts your basic values. Overcome your fears and state your boundaries; although this can feel frightening at first, everyone should feel better after you make your limits clear.

Scorpio Horoscope
Scorpio Horoscope (Oct 23 – Nov 21)

The Moon’s visit to your sign usually brings your emotions to the surface. Now, however, courageous Mars aligns with passionate Pluto, encouraging you to act on your feelings, rather than to talk about them. Although your mood changes throughout the day, your resolve remains steady and you won’t be easily deterred from your destination. Fortunately, you should be able to make great progress as long as you don’t try to cut any corners.

Sagittarius Horoscope
Sagittarius Horoscope (Nov 22 – Dec 21)

The irrepressible Sun-Uranus trine sends shockwaves of change through your life. Others may not fully approve of your need to shake things up because they only see what’s working well. Meanwhile, your inner restlessness won’t go away until you do something about it. Embracing an uncertain future is a good idea, but don’t sacrifice your convictions for the sake of being flexible.

Capricorn Horoscope
Capricorn Horoscope (Dec 22 – Jan 19)

You may have an opportunity to retreat from your usual responsibilities today, giving you time to reconsider where your life is taking you. Normally, your ambition drives you on an upward path toward your career objectives, but now you’re less concerned with professional advancement than with spiritual fulfillment. Thankfully, removing the pressure to succeed could open new doorways to destinations that were not previously on your radar.

Aquarius Horoscope
Aquarius Horoscope (Jan 20 – Feb 18)

It’s a busy day with the Moon’s presence in your 10th House of Public Recognition, but you may not be willing to live up to anyone else’s expectations now. Even if someone tries to tap into your wisdom and experience, you might avoid getting involved because you prefer journeying within today. You’ll be better off if you let others know your true intentions right from the start. Just make sure that you state your case kindly so no one’s feelings are hurt.

Pisces Horoscope
Pisces Horoscope (Feb 19 – Mar 20)

You may feel rejuvenated as you regain emotional clarity today. However, your intense feelings about a relationship might not be received so well by someone else. Your message is very important, but so is the tone of your words. Even if your perspective is radical, there’s no need to purposefully provoke other people’s fears. Concentrating on the highest potential should keep you on a successful path.

Earth Science Pic of the Day for Nov. 23

Lenticular Sky at Sunrise

November 23, 2011

Lenticular clouds in Argentina

Photographer: Hector Fabian Garrido
Summary Author: Hector Fabian Garrido; Jim Foster

The photo above showing a sensational display of lenticular clouds was snapped near La Rioja, Argentina, at the base of the Andes Mountains, on September 9, 2011. I was doing seismic testing just after sunrise and was taken aback by the gold and tawny wave clouds that appeared across much of the sky. These lenticulars took shape to the lee (east) of the Andes, just west of my location — the Sun was behind the camera. Lenticular clouds are generally orographic in origin, forming in lee waves when air is forced to rise over elevated terrain. On this early spring morning, the smooth structure of the waves, the illumination by the low Sun, and the absence of other types of clouds, gave the sky a surreal look.

Your Horoscope Guardian Trees

Your Horoscope Guardian Trees

  • posted by Annie B. Bond

Inspired by Earth Magic, by Claire Nahmad (Inner Traditions, 1994).

The grounded grace and benign presence of trees have both awed and comforted humans since our earliest beginnings. In both Native American and Celtic tradition, every season has its tree-spirits. In astrology, too, each sun-sign has special trees standing guard over it, sharing their healing energy.

Find out which trees hold a magical healing key for your sun-sign here:

Aries, March 21-April 19: Holly, thorn, chestnut

Taurus, April 20-May 21: Almond, apple, walnut, ash, sycamore, cherry, myrtle

Gemini, May 22-June 20: Elder, filbert

Cancer, June 21-July 22: Willow, sycamore

Leo, July 23- Aug 22: Palm, laurel, pine, oak

Virgo, Aug 23-Sept 22: Hazel, elder

Libra, Sept 23-Oct 22: Almond, walnut, plum, myrtle, apple

Scorpio, Oct 23-Nov 21: Holly, blackthorn

Sagittarius, Nov 22-Dec 21: Mulberry, chestnut

Capricorn, Dec 22-Jan 19: Pine, cypress, yew, spruce, holly

Aquarius, Jan 20-Feb 18: Pine

Pisces, Feb 19-March 20: Willow, elm, linden

Cosmic Calendar for Tuesday, November 22nd

There is a rather tempestuous vibration happening not just today, but stretched over the next three days. The reason is that the Sun enters Sagittarius this morning (8:09AM PST), but Mercury is slowing down as it nears its three-week retrograde cycle (starting late tomorrow night), and a Partial Solar Eclipse will happen on Thursday night. In between this morning’s solar shift and Thursday evening’s solar-lunar union, we have a large number of solar, lunar and planetary interactions. Translation? There will be many ups and downs, favorable and unfavorable time-periods, and the need for a lot of adjustments during this 72-hour celestial roller-coaster ride. Today may hold a major key to interpersonal and business contentment as Venus makes a supportive, 60-degree liaison with Saturn (12:20AM PST), the Moon in Libra unites with Saturn (9:44AM PST), and the Moon then forms a supportive, 60-degree connection with Venus (10:31AM PST). The Sun’s entry into Sagittarius (8:09AM PST) is also a step in the right direction as you can put greater emphasis on reaching long-sought literary and educational goals. In addition, enjoying the great outdoors and revving your engines in a favorite sport are recommended. Try not to diminish your productivity quotient when Ceres makes an abrasive, 45-degree link to Jupiter (10:24AM PST). You may be able to tweak this alignment into helping you forge more wholesome dietary and nutritional plans. Meanwhile, the Moon trines Neptune in air signs (3:05PM PST) – a lunar alignment that simultaneously starts a void uncertainty zone lasting until 5:59PM PST when the Moon enters Scorpio. Healing forces are back on center stage tonight as the Moon trines Chiron in water signs (7:08PM PST) while the Sun approaches a square to Chiron (becoming exact at 1:14AM PST tomorrow). Even though the Sun is going to square Chiron, the Sun will trine Uranus shortly afterwards. Therefore, the overnight energy-field is fairly potent and electrifying. Studies about ancient civilizations, ruins, oracles, pyramid power, numerology, astrology, and similar subjects can prove enlightening.

New Moon Report for November 22nd – Sun in Sagittarius

 

  

Sun in Sagittarius

Tuesday, November 22, 8:08 am PDT, 11:08 am EDT

The Sagittarius Sun turns eyes toward distant skies where hope is revived by images of brighter days ahead. This uplifting fire sign can stir hearts with heroic stories and noble aspirations. Yet the shadow of its rampant optimism about tomorrow is denial of current concerns. Instead of dealing with the concrete issues of the present, we can escape into an imaginary future. Overselling ourselves on beliefs and plans may provide short-lived relief, yet can make reality more painful when we’re finally forced to face it. Judgment based on concepts of absolute right and wrong can crush compassion under the heel of self-righteousness. Yet when minds are open and innovative ideas are exchanged we can change the world.

Zodiac Guidance: Your Horoscope Prayer

Zodiac Guidance: Your Horoscope Prayer

  • posted by Annie B. Bond

Inspired by Earth Magic, by Claire Nahmad (Inner Traditions, 1994).

These short and simple prayers are based on your sun sign. They can help you to feel more balanced and grounded in your true self, bringing out what is best and deepest in you, helping you to function better in your life and your world.

Read the short prayer for your horoscope sign here.

Aries, March 21-April 19: May my courage help me to blaze new trails in my life.

Taurus, April 20-May 21: Today, may I focus on my inner garden, growing what I truly need.

Gemini, May 22-June 20: May I share my ideas with ease, finding playmates of the spirit with every word I speak.

Cancer, June 21-July 22: May my sensitive heart be nourished today by pleasant memories and creativity.

Leo, July 23- Aug. 22: May my vital imagination be the fiery force that can change my life for the better.

Virgo, Aug. 23-Sept. 22: Today, may I give thought to the messages of healing my body is sending me, and the ways I can give my body what it needs.

Libra, Sept. 23-Oct. 22: May I create something beautiful today out of my deep love for Beauty.

Scorpio, Oct. 23-Nov. 21: May I rise up again and again, filled with the power of renewal.

Sagittarius, Nov. 22-Dec. 21: May I speak the ideals of my heart clearly and with compassion for my self and others.

Capricorn, Dec. 22-Jan. 19: May I remember that my most important responsibility is to express my true nature.

Aquarius, Jan. 20-Feb. 18: Today, may I be open to fresh new ideas that help me strengthen the bonds of community.

Pisces, Feb. 19-March 20: May my deep intuition be a benefit to all my relations.