Home & Hearth Magick for Friday, November 6th

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Home & Hearth Magick for Friday, November 6th

 

On Fridays cast for love, luxury, pleasure and entertainment

Planetary Influence: Venus

Household Symbols: A sea shell, a fountain, fresh flowers, your wedding ring or wedding photo, red or pink paper hearts, apples and cherries.

Color: Pink and aqua green

Kitchen Spices: Thyme and sugar

 

Source:
Cottage Witchery
Natural Magick for Hearth and Home

Ellen Dugan

 

The Witches Correspondences for Friday, November 6th

The Witching Hour

Friday Correspondences

Venus/Water/East/West/South/Dawn/Female/Libra/Taurus

 

Magickal Intentions: Love, Romance, Marriage, Sexual Matters, Physical Beauty, Friendship and Partnerships, Strangers, Heart

Color: aqua, blue, light blue, brown, green, pale green, magenta, peach, pink, rose, white, all pastels

Number: 5, 6

Metal: copper

Charm: green or white garments, scepter

Stone: alexandrite, amethyst, coral, diamond, emerald, jade, jet, black moonstone, peridot, smoky quartz, tiger’s-eye, pink tourmaline

Animal: camel, dove, elephant, goat, horse, pigeon, sparrow

Plant: apple, birch, cherry, clematis, clove, coriander, heather, hemlock, hibiscus, ivy, lotus, moss, myrtle, oats, pepperwort, peppermint, pinecone, quince, raspberry, rose, pink rose, red rose, rose hips, saffron, sage, savin, stephanotis, strawberry, thyme, vanilla, verbena, violet, water lily, yarrow, and all flowers

Incense: ambergris, camphor, mace, musk, myrrh, rose, saffron, sage, sandalwood, sweetgrass, vanilla, violet, all floral scents

Goddess: Aphrodite, Asherah, Baalith, Brigid, Erzulie, Freya (Passionate Queen), Frigg, Gefion, Harbor (Beautiful One), Hestia, Inanna, Ishtar (Lady of Passion and Desire), Lakshmi, Lilith, Mokosh, Nehalennia, Nerthus, Ostara, Pombagira, Sarasvati, Shakti, Shekinah, Sirtur, Al Uzza, Venus (Queen of Pleasure), Vesta

God: Allah, Bacchus, Bes, Cupid, the Dagda, Dionysus, El, Eros (God of Love), Freyr, Frit Ailek, Shukra

Evocation: Agrat Bat Mahalat, Anael, Hagiel, Mokosba, Rasbid, Sachiel, Uriel, Velas

 

Courtesy of Moonlight Musings

Friday

Celtic Goddess

Friday

 

Ruler: Freya, Venus

Colors: Emerald green or pink

Power Hours: Sunrise and the 8th, 16th, and 24th hours following.

Key Words: Love, money, health

It is easy to spot the ruler of this day by its name. In the word Friday, we see the roots of the name of the Norse goddess Freya, a goddess of love and fertility, and the most beautiful and propitious of the goddesses thus the verse “Friday’s child is loving and giving.”

In Spanish this day of the week is called Viernes and is derived from the goddess Venus. Matters of love, human interaction, the fluidity of communication, sewing and the creation of artistic garments, household improement, shopping, and party planning all fall under the aspects of Friday and its ruling planet, Venus.

Friday’s angels are Ariel/Uriel, Rachiel, and Sachiel. Rachiel also concerns himself with human sexuality and is a presiding spirit of the planet Venus.

On Fridays, the hour of sunrise and every eight hours after that are also ruled by Venus, and that makes these times of the day doubly blessed. These four hours are the strongest four hours for conducting ritual. Check the local newspaper, astrological calendar, or almanac to determine your local sunrise.

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*New* Your Monthly Horoscopes for November 2015

 

 

 

 

Monthly Horoscopes: November 2015

Aries

Aries Horoscope
Aries

Relationships are in strong focus this month, dear Aries, with the Sun and Mercury in your intimacy sector for the first three weeks of November, and both Venus and Mars moving into your partnership zone.

However, you also have a strong, continuing theme in which work, daily routines, and health endeavors are highlighted. The first week of November is especially good for bringing new, more creative energy to your daily life, or the work you do and services you provide. This is not the time for coloring within the lines – entertain new possibilities, perhaps involving taking a friend or partner along as you pursue fitness goals, or looking around you for different ideas and input from people you may not have thought to consult in the past. You can be working especially hard for your earnings these days, but you’re also finding ways to inject routine work or daily life with more excitement.

The New Moon on the 11th is very useful for getting started on organizing your financial affairs, for seeking out support of the material or emotional variety, and for starting a new plan for emotional health and wellness. Generally, it’s better to feel the energy of the New Moon and intuit your next move, and then wait a few days to put plans into motion. The 10-13 is strong for partnering, career efforts, appreciation from others, and important new revelations.

Venus and Mars moving out of this sector of your chart on the 8th and 12th respectively doesn’t pull your interests away completely. In fact, Jupiter is here to stay for another ten months, and a new guest, the North Node of the Moon, is also here for a year. You’re encouraged to play with new ideas for work, and you can find much to enjoy in the process. It’s also a time to focus on your health and well-being. A visit to the doctor can be more helpful than you know.

Beginning in the second week of November and even more so in the third, you’re focusing on your social life, partnering, connecting, and exploring new adventures or experiences and ideas. Pulling yourself away from work and tasks can be of great benefit now. Relationships enliven. Partners can be distracting at times, but thoroughly helpful much of the time.

The last week of the month is trickier for all signs with Saturn and Neptune forming the first of three square aspects, and both the Sun and Mercury activating (and possibly aggravating)  this challenging influence. For you, there could be issues to deal with regarding independence and freedom, legal matters, matters of confinement or hiatus, or the need to care for others. You could be challenged to mature more quickly than you had anticipated, or to face certain areas of neglect or waste. Be proactive – you probably have an idea which areas of life you’ve been avoiding and that need some tidying.

The Full Moon on the 25th brings your attention to a communications project or errands that need immediate handling. It’s a generally busy time, but find some space for relaxation.

Taurus

Taurus

November begins with stellar influences for your love life, dear Taurus. If relationships are your focus now, you have strong energy for bringing more excitement, pride, and fun to your interactions.

Your ruler, Venus, continues to travel rather closely to Mars. On the 2nd, they align, bringing building tension to a head. After this time, you’ll be less impulsive and impatient, and this can point to a more enjoyable experience of this creative, romantic, and sexy combination. Venus and Mars are moving through your sector of romance, entertainment, and creative expression until the 8th and 12th, respectively, and this frames you in a very nice way. You’re looking good and feeling good.

Boosting your relating sensibilities further is the presence of both the Sun and Mercury in your partnership sector for the better part of the first three weeks of November. You are attracting strong and intelligent people into your life, and you’re also taking more pride in your close relationships. This motivates you to put forward a solid effort when it comes to relating in positive, rewarding ways.

If you want to start fresh or make changes in your relationship state or status, the period after the New Moon on the 11th is strong for setting your intentions. The 10-13 is a good period for coming together with others, working towards your goals, strengthening a relationship or your own resolve, and communicating in imaginative ways.

Finances are tied to your relationships with others. Paying a little more attention to a partner’s endeavors can be important this month.

Venus and Mars move into your work and health zone on the 8th and 12th, respectively, and while this move takes some of the focus away from entertainment and creative expression, Jupiter and the North Node continue to emphasize these things for many months to come. You are encouraged to find your creative voice, to seek out activities that you truly enjoy, and to discover and share your unique talents. There are plenty of rewards for you here.

As well, from the 8-12 forward, you’ll enjoy a better work-play balance in your life as you find more enjoyment in your work, taking care of your daily life, improving your routines, and tending to health matters.

Mercury and the Sun move into your intimacy zone on the 20th and 22nd, turning your attention to commitments, finances, shared resources, and deepening of feelings. However, the last week of the month brings some hurdles to jump. It will be important to work on a solid plan for organizing your money. You’ll also want to deal with some of the trickier elements of your relationships instead of letting problem areas grow. Some of you may need to deal with addictive behaviors, difficulties with a friend, or disillusionment about a long-term goal that no longer seems quite as feasible or supported. Take things one step at a time and know that there is a solution to any problem you encounter now – be patient and open to new ideas.

Gemini

Gemini

November begins with continuing focus on home and family, as well as work and health efforts, dear Gemini. There is strong creative energy and quite a bit of animation in your personal life, with family, and around the home. The first week of the month is strong for decorating and organizing around the home, success with real estate or work from the home, bringing in new ways to enjoy entertainment on the home front, and finding creative ways to interact with the people closest to you.

This energy will continue on some level even as Venus and Mars move on from your sector of home and family, which happens on the 8th and 12th, respectively. This is because Jupiter is here to stay for ten more months, and a new guest, the North Node of the Moon is in this same sector, promising rewards for extra attention to family, personal matters, and domestic affairs.

When Venus and Mars do move on (the 8th and 12th), you’ll be up to getting out and about, making new connections, dating, and sharing your ideas and creations. This is in fact a strong time for all things romantic, creative, and fun. Hobbies can be a strong focus now. You’re also attracting positive attention, and for the romantically inclined, your personal charm is natural and strong.

You also have the Sun and Mercury bringing more pride and intelligence to your work, habits, and health in the first three weeks of November. It’s a great time to use common sense in these areas as well as to make improvements to your habits and daily routines. The week following the New Moon on the 11th is strong for launching new fitness or health programs and work projects.

Mercury and the Sun, moving close to one another all month, begin transiting your partnership sector on the 20th and 22nd, and close relationships come into strong focus. You’ll be inclined to want to pair up to make important decisions.

The last week of the month brings a Full Moon in your sign, heightening emotions and stimulating an important epiphany in your life. This can be a wonderful time for coming into touch with buried feelings. Even so, there is tricky energy surrounding this Full Moon with Saturn and Neptune forming a square aspect, suggesting a conflict or challenge to deal with. Some of you could encounter a conflict between attention to partnership and attention to long-term goals, or conflicting goals. Strains on a relationship can occur as the result of your struggle with finding a life path or defining your career. Take a good look at areas that you’ve neglected or in which there has been a lot of waste or inattention to detail, and start a plan for tidying things up.

Cancer

Cancer

November begins on a sweet note, dear Cancer. You are making pleasing impressions on others on many different levels – physically, emotionally, and mentally or verbally. This is due to Venus and Mars in your communications sector in harmony with your sign, and the Sun and Mercury also harmonizing with Cancer from your romance and creativity sector. These are easy, flowing influences that highlight your natural charm and encourage self-expression.

You can find a lot to enjoy when it comes to studies, personal interests, and conversations. You are motivated and engaged, and you’re also communicating in engaging, enthusiastic ways. It’s a strong time for creative writing, and expressing your ideas and affections.

Venus and Mars move out of your communications sector on the 8th and 12th, and while this area of your chart becomes a little less busy, it’s still highlighted with Jupiter here for another ten months and a new guest, the North Node of the Moon, also for the longer term, encouraging you to learn, share, and connect.

The New Moon on the 11th brings new energy and a take-charge attitude to your creative world, and in the week following it, you may be pushing forward a hobby, romance, or creative pursuit. It’s a strong time for new beginnings or fresh starts. Look for ways to express and enjoy yourself more fully.

You’ll also find that your communications are getting attention, and that for the most part, you’re getting your message across. Intuition is strong this month, and is often leading the way.

After the 8-12, there is fine energy for activities with family and on the home front. You can be feeling especially desirous of positive change in your personal life. You not only have creative vision, you’re motivated to make something more comfortable or beautiful. Enlist the help of family and make it fun.

Mercury and the Sun move into your work and health sector on the 20th and 22nd, respectively, and this turns your attention to the important systems in your life, your daily routines, work, and personal well-being. With Saturn already here early in the sign of Sagittarius, you’ll be expected to mature rather quickly, get organized, and know your priorities.

The Full Moon on the 25th can bring a blast from the past into the present. This occurs around the same time that Saturn and Neptune form an exact square, the first of three, the final two of which will occur in June and September 2016. This introduces a theme that could involve wrestling with a desire to escape the duller, seemingly lifeless elements of your routine in order to bring a little more order to your life. With Saturn in your work and health sector, this is in fact a strong time for simplifying and structuring your life, but you’ll need to make the time to do so, and this can involve boosting your faith in a higher plan to your life that you may not be fully aware of quite yet. Surrendering yourself to the unknown and getting the work that’s in front of you done – taking things step by step and day by day – can get you into a positive place. You might want to enlist the help of a partner or good friend to help with motivation levels.

Leo

Leo

You can be strongly motivated to take action that helps boost your feelings of security as well as your comfort as the month begins, dear Leo. You have wonderful support from the cosmos for these efforts. It’s a great time for bringing creative flair to business endeavors, discovering new ways of earning more, and making your home life more enjoyable and comfortable. You might also reorganize your personal space in such a way that you can think more clearly (less clutter) and produce more, and production is what you’re particularly focused on right now, as you want to see tangible results for your efforts with a lot of activity in your solar second house.

Family may be especially cooperative or willing to lend you a hand with your endeavors. The 10-13 is particularly strong for putting in the effort and for reaching out to others as well.

With the Sun and Mercury in your family and home sector for the better part of the first three weeks of November, this is a strong time for opening up conversations with family, drawing up plans and lists of priorities, and spending a little more time on activities and endeavors in the home. In the week following the New Moon here on the 11th, brand new projects can get off to a great start. This sector of your chart is not only about your base of operations, it’s also about thinking about security in the long-term. We often begin long-term career projects that sustain us and our families for many years to come with new cycles beginning in this sector.

Venus and Mars move out of your resources sector on the 8th and 12th, respectively, but while you’ll be diversifying going forward, there remains strong energy in this sector that will stick with you for at least the next ten months. Jupiter is here, and a new guest, the North Node of the Moon, begins its year-long journey, encouraging you to spend time firming up your income, developing your talents and business, and taking better care of your money and personal possessions.

From the 8-12, there is great energy for connecting and reconnecting with people around you, not only with your networks. Siblings, acquaintances, friends in the neighborhood, and classmates can be in focus. There can be wonderful new ideas and subjects that capture your interest.

Mercury and the Sun move into your sector of romance and creative expression on the 20th and 22nd, respectively. While this shift can turn your attention to entertainment and “play”, Saturn’s presence early in the sector points to a need to get serious about these things rather quickly. The need for more structure in your recreational life becomes apparent now. Saturn moves into an exact square with Neptune – an influence that will go in and out of exactitude in the coming ten months. For some of you, this can point to a struggle with some form of creative block or financial realities that make it difficult to pursue your craft. A dream or project may not be getting the support you anticipated, and motivation levels can drop off temporarily. There may also be some confusion over property and possessions, shared resources or business. For some, a love relationship can be confusing or demand commitments that you may not be ready to make. Be especially vigilant with your financial affairs.

The Full Moon on the 25th occurs at the same time that this tricky energy is reaching a head, and can bring out strong feelings surrounding a friendship or cherished dream/ideal. Pay attention to what emerges now, but wait out taking action until you are more level-headed.

Virgo

Virgo Symbol/Glyph
Virgo

November begins with continued strong focus on your own sign, dear Virgo. You are turning heads and making things happen. While you’re getting attention, you’re also quite independent now, and in fact, doing things on your own behalf has the biggest rewards now. New initiatives may be best saved for the week following the New Moon on the 11th, but you’re certainly going to be busy before then.

Finances are stronger than usual all month. Your financial ruler, Venus is in your own sign until the 8th, after which it’s in its own house. It’s a great time to pay special attention to your income, how you spend your money, and your valuables. You’ll have great ideas for how to improve your bottom line, as well as how to better make use of the resources you have. Venus is also moving rather closely with Mars all month, a secondary financial ruler in your solar chart. After the Venus-Mars alignment on the 2nd, these planets are close but separating, and this allows you to be more level-headed and less impulsive with money.

There is also an important theme around communications, learning, and siblings or acquaintances this month. Some of you could be considering working with a sibling or classmate towards an important goal, for example. You could be especially motivated to sort out your daily affairs, get going on a learning endeavor or study, and push a communications project forward. It’s a great time for gathering your facts, although there will be times when you could feel a little harried. You’re encouraged to experiment with different ideas and projects, but don’t let it get to a point where you’re living life in a nervous state. You’ll miss out on the real opportunities that are bound to present themselves, particularly from the 10-13.

Venus and Mars move out of your sign on the 8th and 12th, respectively, but some longer-term guests remain in Virgo: Jupiter, the planet of expansion and good graces, and the North Node of the Moon, which encourages independence and confidence. This is a year of confidence building and of expressing yourself in new, exciting, and positive ways.

From the 8-12, creative ideas for business and money-making enterprises are in focus. This can also be a time for discovering, developing, and putting to better use of your natural talents. You’ll be finding fabulous new ways for using the resources you already have to your advantage now. It’s a great time for getting the support you need, but perhaps more importantly, making things happen on your own. If you’ve been considering an independent venture or going into business for yourself, you’ll be strongly motivated to get going on this now.

Mercury and the Sun move into your home and family sector on the 20th and 22nd, respectively, and while this can often bring a little more calm to your life, they rather quickly meet with Saturn, already in this sector, and this can demand that attention is paid to important structures in your life. Responsibilities to family or domestic affairs can be a little weighty now. For some, there could be the need to parent or finance someone (parenting a parent for example), and possibly repairs to deal with. With Saturn forming a square with Neptune, a relationship may be strained with increased attention and responsibility to the home or family. People in your life can be draining your energy now, and you’ll need to work out a plan that helps you to better divide your attention between self-care and attention to others. The Full Moon on the 25th can bring a turning point to a career or life path matter. Take things step by step, day by day, and trust that you’ll get to all that you need to do in good time.

Libra

Libra Glyph-Symbol
Libra

There is a lot of energy that draws your attention the past as you begin the month, dear Libra, and much going on behind the scenes or within your own mind. It’s an important time for considering whether some projects and attitudes have outgrown their value. It’s also a time to listen to your own heart and intuition in order to better judge where to direct your energies, now and in the future, as changes are imminent. Venus and Mars in your privacy sector until the 8th and 12th, respectively, can leave a lot to your imagination and perhaps keep you on a fence as you consider all your options. It can also bring animation and liveliness to your private world. After the 8-12, your secret garden continues to delight, but doesn’t take up quite as much of your time and energy.

The Sun and Mercury spend the better part of the first three weeks of November in your resources sector, making it a strong month for also attending to the present when it comes to financial affairs. You’ll be taking care of business, and taking more pride in your work, possessions, and ability to earn or improve your life. You could gain some appreciation or admiration for your talents now as well. The week following the New Moon on the 11th is good for starting fresh and taking charge, particularly of a business, project, or money matters and spending habits. This is an especially rational and logical energy that can be applied to practical affairs.

Venus and Mars move into your own sign on the 8th and 12th, and this can bring your personality, charm, and attractiveness into the spotlight. Others are noticing you, and you’re feeling a little more decided and confident. This is a strong time for partnering as well. A partner or good friend tends to be on the same page as you, more attentive, and more willing to let you take the lead.

Be sure to put yourself out there, make connections and appearances, and pursue some of your personal plans, needs, and desires. This is about you, and you fully deserve some extra attention. The 10-13 is particularly strong for personal appeal and intuition. Your talents can be getting attention, or your advice may be sought out now.

Mercury and the Sun move into your communications sector on the 20th and 22nd as well, further bringing you out of your shell. This is a more sociable time for you generally speaking, but both bodies meet with Saturn rather quickly into their transits, and this points to a need to get serious about your daily affairs and responsibilities. Aim to organize and simplify as much as possible. Look for areas of life that have been neglected or where there is too much clutter, disorganization, or waste.

This is a time for getting your communication and transportation structures into good shape. When Saturn and Neptune form a square in the last week of the month, health matters or uncertainty with work can present new challenges. You’ll feel some pressure to clean up your routines and focus on priorities. Work on increasing your practicality and reliability, and make it a goal to procrastinate less for best results now. Spend extra time working out routines that truly work for you, and that make some space for activities focused on improving health and well-being.

 

Scorpio

Scorpio Symbol Glyph
Scorpio

November has the potential of being a quieter month for you, dear Scorpio, even though it’s a power month in some key ways. You are certainly attracting attention and in charge. After a couple of months in which you tended to keep to yourself more than usual, you’re considerably more engaged and ready to make things happen.

Others are noticing and hearing you loud and clear in the first three weeks of November. This is a time for really shining and for feeling more in control of your life, particularly having to do with your image, body, and personality. The New Moon on the 11th is in your sign, and gets a nice boost from Jupiter and Pluto. This brings strong energy for new starts. Begin your solar year with confidence and mindfulness. In the week following the New Moon, you may decide to begin important projects. There can be important new business or financial initiatives now.

Even so, while you begin the month quite active with friends and groups, two key planets, Venus and Mars, move into your privacy sector on the 8th and 12th. This points to some need to pull back from overly demanding and competitive situations, and perhaps people.

With Venus and Mars in your solar twelfth house for the remainder of November and beyond, close relationships may require some personal sacrifices or privacy. A lot is going on beneath the surface or behind the scenes, particularly having to do with your feelings and desires. You could be reassessing your feelings and attachments, or current pursuits. While you could be wrestling with some decisions, you can in fact be a real dynamo with a little extra solitude and time to yourself.

Your social life will continue to assume importance with Jupiter in your social sector for another ten months and the North Node now here for a year. In fact, important benefits and lessons come through connections with friends, associates, and groups. However, it now becomes essential to divide your time effectively.

The Sun and Mercury moving into your sector of resources, natural talents, and self-worth on the 22nd and 20th respectively stimulates a desire to build up your resources, improve your bottom line, and develop what you already have.

The last week of the month is a little tricky. A square between Saturn and Neptune that will be with us until September 2016 off and on comes exact. This can introduce a dilemma that revolves around money, resources, recreation, children, or dating/romance. If you’ve been spending too much on entertainment or romance, you’ll feel the pinch and will need to take some steps to cut back. This can manifest in several different ways, depending on your current life situation, but generally will involve awareness of an addiction, oversight, overindulgence, or neglect in some area of your life that now requires a reality check and some buckling down so that it doesn’t drag you down.

Do your best to examine the ways you spend money, and eliminate wasteful practices and attitudes, as well as redundancies. Look for creative ways of making do with less. Consider writing, teaching, or otherwise communicating your ideas in order to improve your financial status.

Sagittarius

Sagittarius Glyph Symbol
Sagittarius

The month gets off to a motivating start with your career or life-path goals in strong focus, dear Sagittarius, and perhaps some extra attention on professional levels. The Sun and Mercury are transiting a hidden area of your chart, however, for the first three weeks of November, and this points to the need for some personal down time as you wind down your solar year and prepare for the next one that begins around your birthday (for Sagittarius Suns).

Career, professional developments, schooling, and responsibilities continue to be strong, even with Venus and Mars leaving the sector at the top of your solar chart on the 8th and 12th. This is because Jupiter remains here through to near the end of summer, 2016, and now you have the North Node of the Moon in this area, encouraging you to reach for the stars and do your best. With a little less emphasis, you may in fact come to a better balance in your life. In fact, Venus and Mars moving into your social sector can be wonderful for added charisma with friends and groups. It also helps to animate your relationships with business associates.

If you need to handle a private matter or deal with an ending or a problem from the past, the week following the New Moon on the 11th is powerful.

The 12-13 is strengthening, when others tend to support your endeavors and you may very well form a new, long-lasting alliance.

Mercury and the Sun move into your sign on the 20th and 22nd respectively. This boosts your sense of personal power and increases your influence and presence. It also brings out the need to share your ideas and use the power of words to improve your life. You also have Ceres boosting your ability to get your message across eloquently. This is also a good influence for career and partnership matters. Of course, you always count regardless of attention from others, but now you seem to be getting outside reinforcement as well. Use this extra boost of visibility to further your plans. It’s a fine time for considering new personal initiatives, making changes to your presentation or appearance, and updating your year-ahead resolutions.

A Saturn-Neptune square is with us now and to some degree until September 2016. This can pull up a need to deal with inconsistencies, neglect, or bad habits in order to improve your life in the long term (Saturn is always about success in the long term). Uncertainty with family or domestic affairs can present some challenges for some of you. There can be a feeling that you’re on your own or that you need to take on more responsibilities – to mature more quickly than you had anticipated – from time to time as this influence moves towards and away from exactitude in the coming ten months.

Pay special attention to what others are teaching you about yourself around the 25th when a Full Moon occurs in your partnership sector.

Capricorn

Capricorn Symbol/Glyph
Capricorn

You continue to look for ways to improve your life experiences and increase your knowledge and wisdom this month, dear Capricorn, although as the month progresses, you are ready to take care of business as well. If you play your cards right, this can be a strong month for coming to an important work-play balance.

When Venus and Mars move into your professional sector on the 8th and 12th, respectively, you don’t put aside your quest to enjoy life beyond the ordinary routine or expectations. In fact, Jupiter and now the North Node of the Moon stay in your adventure sector for many months to come, encouraging you to reach out further. However, you are also in the position to bring more creativity, energy, and charisma to your career or public life. The 12-13 is especially good for personal and professional influence. Draw upon your past experiences or work for success in the here and now. You have the chance to shine. You also have the opportunity to show just how loyal and reliable you are.

If you’ve been feeling overwhelmed with responsibility or that you have been shouldering extra work, then this is a good time to restore some balance. You have the ability to be both warm and firm now, and this helps you to get ahead without too much in the way of opposition.

The first three weeks of November are also strong for networking, group efforts, reaching out to the community, and friendships. You can expect more invites or communications from people in your networks. Long-term plans look exciting now. Your month is looking quite full!

The New Moon on the 11th brings wonderful energy for making connections and leveraging the power of an ongoing Jupiter-Pluto connection that is particularly strong for you. Opportunities arising now have the potential for longevity and meaningfulness. In the week following this New Moon, you might decide to begin a new venture or join a group or team.

While this can be a full month, it’s important to pace yourself with your ruler, Saturn, coming to a challenging aspect with Neptune in the last week of November. This influence will return to perfect two more times, in June and September 2016, and you’ll have some time to work through any dilemmas it may call up. There could be some feeling of being drained by daily life – particularly keeping up with your communications. You begin to need more time to yourself with Mercury and the Sun moving into your privacy sector on the 20th and 22nd. You may now face a need to clean up waste or neglect in your daily affairs. While it’s important to stay connected with people you care about, you also need to set some boundaries, gently.

Look for ways to improve physical and mental health through activities and mind-body healing techniques when the Full Moon on the 25th alerts you to the need to attend to your overall well-being.

Aquarius

Aquarius

The first three weeks of the month features both the Sun and Mercury at the top of your solar chart, dear Aquarius, and you’ll be in a great position to look after the major structures in your life. This is a time to give extra attention to career, long-term goals, rules, responsibilities, and performance. It can also be a time of greater visibility with the public or in your professional life. Even people unrelated to your career might seem to hold you a little more accountable for your actions (or lack of action).

As such, this is a time to show off what you can do. It’s also a strong time for reminding yourself of long-term plans as well as the rules of the road. Particularly because Saturn is heading towards a square with Neptune, it’s important to get your priorities clear in your mind.

An especially strong time for getting important structures into place is the 10-13. This is also a good period for career advancement and connecting with people who help you to feel more confident about reaching your goals.

The first week of November is also good for making connections. It’s a time for enlivening your intimate life, and also for getting a better sense of what you can count on in terms of monetary and emotional support, whether this is through a partner or if it’s about subsidies, loans, refunds, and the like. Counseling work can be beneficial now. It can also be a rich time for understanding yourself or an intimate partner better. Desires that have been buried or left unacknowledged can emerge now. Combining your resources or talents with someone can be beneficial for reaching a goal.

Venus and Mars move into your adventure sector and into harmony with your sign on the 8th and 12th, respectively. These influences can boost your spirits and bring more spontaneity into your love life, communications, and everyday experiences. It can also be a super time for promotional or marketing efforts.

Mercury and the Sun move into your friendship sector on the 20th and 22nd, turning your attention to enjoyment, friends, team work, and networking. You’ll also be more inclined to entertain long-term happiness goals now.

However, the last week of the month is definitely the trickier period of November to navigate. Saturn and Neptune connect via a challenging square aspect, introducing a theme that will recur throughout the first three quarters of 2015. This can play out in a number of ways. Some of you could be feeling taken advantage of, or that your values are clashing with friends or group associations. There can be a need to identify areas of waste or neglect, particularly with money and personal possessions, and tidy these things up. You might discover that a plan doesn’t seem quite as viable on a financial level. Lending and borrowing to and from friends is generally considered tricky, but can be especially so for you now. This applies not only to money, but also time and energy. Friendships or causes can drain you at times if you are giving too much while ignoring your own needs. Protect your resources and avoid avoidance! Problems won’t go away if you pretend they don’t exist.

The Full Moon on the 25th can bring affections and creativity to full bloom. The route to fulfillment may not be immediately apparent, but the first step is acknowledging what you’re seeking.

Pisces

Pisces

Close relationships and partnerships continue to be an area of focus this month, dear Pisces. The first week of November can reveal some strong needs and desires in the area of partnering. There is excitement stimulated through your relationship with others.

Venus and Mars move out of your partnership zone on the 8th and 12th, respectively, but Jupiter stays there for the longer term, and a new guest, the North Node of the Moon is here as well (for the coming year). So, while some of the immediate excitement and attention is moving on, you’re still getting encouragement to reach out to others. Valuable lessons are coming through your close relationships, whether it’s a romantic or business partnership or a very close friend. Ups and downs are part of the package, but ultimately you are learning about connecting, sharing, and compromising.

The Sun and Mercury are spending the first three weeks of November in your sector of spirit and adventure, and this pulls at your need to learn, share ideas, and reach out beyond the usual routine or the mundane in your life. If you’re considering a getaway, a new course, or a publishing project, the week after the New Moon on the 11th can be a good time for drawing up new plans. This can be a great time for taking on a new interest or exploring different perspectives or beliefs. Feed your mind, enjoy new experiences, and brush up on skills.

The 10-13 is strong for career and financial opportunities. This can also be a strong time for helpful information coming in, so keep your ear to the ground now. Opportunities to impress, publish or promote your services can figure strongly now.

Your intimacy and sharing sector becomes important from the 8-12 forward. Any new relationships in your life may deepen. Certainly, your feelings and desires transform, deepen, and grow a little more complex or layered. This can be a time for consolidating or combining your resources, gaining financial support, or bringing a little more excitement to your intimate life.

Mercury and the Sun enter your career and reputation sector on the 20th and 22nd, bringing your attention to rules and structures in your life, as well as career and responsibility.

The last week of the month can bring some challenges as your ruler, Neptune, forms a square with Saturn. This aspect will go in and out of orb until September 2016, and can point to a challenge that involves cleaning up areas of neglect or waste. It’s going to be especially important to take better care of your health and body. Demands on your time and responsibilities to others can take their toll on you. You might also struggle with your reputation or issues of freedom and independence. You may be called upon to get organized or to become more goal-oriented. It can be difficult knowing when to stand your ground and when to accept current conditions. Patience is necessary now.

Your Weekly Astrology: November 2-8, 2015

Weekly Astrology: November 2-8, 2015

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Maria DeSimone

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Daily Planet Tracker: Venus in Leo, Now Until Oct 8, 2015

Planet Tracker

Venus in Leo

Now Until Oct 8, 2015

When Venus is in Leo, love shouts its name from the rooftops. There’s little subtlety about this combination, since the planet of relationship and beauty is passing through the sign of dramatic expression. Expect your romantic life to be a bit more colorful these days, regardless of your birth chart.

Leo, a fire sign, is about risk. So, Venus’ placement here is a reminder to take some chances with creativity and openings of the heart. Sure, it’s possible that you’ll go overboard and let your imagination turn a mild flirtation into the love affair of the century. But, that’s part of the fun of Venus in Leo.

We’re not here now to play it safe, to carefully monitor and control our feelings, but rather to recapture the hopefulness of childhood. This is a time when wounds may be set aside (at least partially), allowing us to let love flow without restriction or fear. Excesses are possible, even likely, but a truly open heart only leads to greater opportunities to share, connect and create.

Venus in Leo reminds us that we need to be adored now, not just simply liked or appreciated. Pride expands, which can, of course, lead to hurt feelings if one does not receive adequate recognition. Be generous in giving praise, while allowing others to show their appreciation of you, as well. The challenge here is to combine the willfulness of Leo with the responsiveness of Venus. Successful relationships are based on listening, something worth remembering at this time.

The dramatic expression of Venus in Leo can be readily seen through a collection of people who exemplify this combination. The wildly inventive Spanish architect Antoni Gaudi (“gaudy”) personifies the joyous creativity of Venus in Leo. Show biz icons Lauren Bacall, Bob Fosse, Barbara Walters and Tom Cruise are also part of this group.

Gestalt guru Fritz Perls was born with Venus in Leo, as were designers Joshua Logan and Pierre Cardin, author Jacqueline Susann, artist Andy Warhol, financier Michael Milken and magician David Copperfield.

Venus in Leo includes superstar performers Whitney Houston, Madonna, Michael Jackson and Paula Abdul. With Venus in Leo, Amy Fisher, Xaviera Hollander, John Holmes, Jessica Hahn and Pamela Anderson have achieved fame through sex. Yet, the higher side of Venus in Leo love is found in the charts of the Dalai Lama, Mother Teresa and Mary Baker Eddy.

 

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Get A Jump On Tomorrow, Your Horoscopes for Monday, September 7th, Labor Day

 

 

 

 

 

Get a jump on Tomorrow….

Your Horoscopes for Monday, September 7th, Labor Day

 

Aries

Aries Horoscope
Aries

The Cancer Moon today highlights your sector of home and family, dear Aries, encouraging you to slow down rather than take new action. This is also important because Venus is only just coming out of a station. Take it easy today, and if possible, spend special time with family or people who you find comforting and familiar. Even so, there is creative, useful energy for practical solutions and for work, and you’re best off applying it to things you truly need to handle. Later today, if you feel the urge to prove yourself, ask yourself if it’s something you truly need to do. If you’re behaving from a place of fear or anger, you may do something regrettable, so aim to sow the seeds of future success by moving above your insecurities.

Taurus

Taurus

You can begin to feel especially busy now, dear Taurus, and while a good part of you is still in a homebody mood these days, people and circumstances may not allow you the pleasure of peace and quiet! It’s a busy day, and the trick will be to keep your head on straight. It may be a good idea to be active with people you love in order to harness the energy in a satisfying way rather than flitting from one activity to the next. Later today, you can feel a strong need to be recognized for your efforts by the people dearest or closest to you, but others may not be on the same wavelength. Perhaps you feel that when you need them the most, they’re absent or self-absorbed. Ride this out – it’s likely just a brief time of being out of sync.

Gemini

Gemini

With Mars in your communications sector speeding up your thinking, dear Gemini, there can be times when you are a little too scattered to focus on one thing and tackle it without distraction. Today, however, something can capture your interest and hold it long enough for you to really get into it. It’s a good time to apply your energies to a pet project. There can be special passion and vigor in what you’re doing now. Later today, there may be some passive-aggressive overtones in others that disturb you. Inner restlessness is stirred and it may take you some time to come in touch with what it is that you are craving. However, enjoy conversations and new ideas now.

Cancer

Cancer

The desire to feel more secure and comfortable is the driver behind a lot of what you do these days, dear Cancer. Today, there can be special motivation and passion about a project or ambition towards this end. A partner may be integral to this, and may have something helpful to contribute. With Venus now moving forward in your resources sector, you’re more able to attract what you need to you. With the Moon in your sign, you have “come alive”, ready to share and connect with others. You have a greater need to feel that you belong and that others need or want you. Later today, you could find an error or an inconsistency that needs correcting, but try not to let this discourage you. Right a wrong and forgive yourself. There is no need to dwell.

Leo

Leo

Try to listen to any signals that suggest you may need to take extra time to yourself, for rest, or otherwise slow down and minimize distractions, dear Leo. The Moon is in the sign just behind yours all day, and the need to replenish yourself emotionally before a new cycle begins (tomorrow night). Certainly with Mars in your sign these days it’s rather easy to get you fired up, but there are times like today when you need to recharge. Happily, this is a good day for focus and concentration, particularly from morning to early afternoon. Good energy is with you for helping someone out behind the scenes. You seem to instinctively know when to go for something and when to reel it in. Later today, your intuition may not be serving you as well simply because guilt or fear could be masked as gut feeling.

Virgo

Virgo Symbol/Glyph
Virgo

Both Venus and Mars are moving through your privacy sector these days, dear Virgo, but with Venus retrograde in recent weeks, you may have been harder on yourself than is good for you, particularly about the past or matters that you’ve kept to yourself. Now that Venus is moving direct, there’s more balance in this sector, and you’re more inclined to deal with the past and with matters of karma and guilt in a healthier way. Commit to forgiving yourself and taking a more creative and relaxed approach to your life. While a part of you is inclined to want to avoid the real world or escape attention, the Sun in your sign keeps you visible. Pay attention to dreams and daydreams today and tomorrow, as your intuition is trying to tell you something important. However, don’t dwell on guilt or fear.

Libra

Libra Glyph-Symbol
Libra

Venus and Mars have been traveling through your friendship and group sector recently, dear Libra, but with Venus retrograde here in the past weeks, your approach to others may have been a little harder or less effective than it is now and in the coming weeks. You are now better able to combine charm and assertiveness with others, improving relationships and projects. Today is good for organizing projects and feeling stronger about the future. Later today, watch that inner restlessness doesn’t lead you to overindulge, which can bring upon sluggishness and possibly guilt. If you don’t feel ready to make a decision, you’re probably right to sit on the fence for a while longer.

Scorpio

Scorpio Symbol Glyph
Scorpio

The Moon in your adventure and learning sector and in harmony to your sign all day feels supportive, dear Scorpio, and you might find it easier than usual to find suitable channels for expressing your emotions. With Venus and Mars in your reputation and responsibility sector in the past weeks, there may have been a lot of energy and desire to perform and achieve. However, your approach to work, business, and others on a professional or public level has not been as warm or charming as it could be while Venus was retrograde. Now that Venus is direct, your approach is more balanced and exceptionally effective. Solutions to practical problems may be totally wild and impractical right now, and yet they seem to work.

Sagittarius

Sagittarius Glyph Symbol
Sagittarius

With Venus now direct and spending time in your adventure sector along with Mars, dear Sagittarius, inhibitions are released and you’re more able to go after what you want without too much in the way of obstacles or resistance. Competitive activities tend to fare well for you. It’s also a good time for making friends from many different corners of the world. Later today, try not to stress over actions (or inaction) by those close to you. Recognize that your emotional needs for support are stronger than usual, and not everyone is in sync with this energy. Even so, spirits should be running quite high now as Jupiter, your ruler, forms a parallel aspect with Venus. You’re also coming across very well professionally or with the public.

Capricorn

Capricorn Symbol/Glyph
Capricorn

With Mars and retrograde Venus in your intimacy sector in recent times, dear Capricorn, there may have been times when you’ve been hard on yourself or an intimate partner, or you could have faced some coolness from people in your personal life. However, now that Venus is direct in this sector, there is more warmth and forgiveness, and possibly some grace as well, in the mix. This can bring very creative and exciting energy to your inner and/or intimate world. Today and tomorrow are especially strong for this. The pace seems to set itself and pressures ease. Relationships are in strong focus now.

Aquarius

Aquarius

In recent weeks, you’ve had Venus and then Mars visiting your partnership sector, dear Aquarius, and this will continue for a while longer. However, Venus has been retrograde recently and now is direct, and this brings greater balance to your relationships with others, and in some way, with yourself. While there may have been a harsh or impatient quality to partnerships recently, now you’re interacting in more creative and warm or spontaneous ways. While conflicts may be quick to flare up, resolutions tend to be speedy as well. Continue to be a little cautious with money until you are seeing things more clearly.

Pisces

Pisces

Today and tomorrow are strong for developing skills and taking care of little problems, dear Pisces. Today, it’s more about focus and strategy, while tomorrow, it’s about innovative thinking and methods. With Venus now direct and continuing to travel in your work and health sector along with Mars, relationships at the office or in your daily routines can improve considerably. In fact, they may be sizzling for some of you. As well, there is more charm and a balanced approach to your daily life and interactions. You’re less likely to feel impatient with others’ methods or their interference, and more able to work as a team or cooperatively to get things done.

Your Daily Horoscopes for Sunday, September 6th

 

 

 

 

 

Your Daily Horoscopes for Sunday, September 6th

 

Aries

Aries Horoscope
Aries

People tend to be stuck in their own issues right now as Venus changes gears today, dear Aries. Venus turning direct this morning marks the beginning of the end of ambiguous relations and feelings, but during the shift, it can be very difficult to read others’ signals. Today and in the coming weeks, you’ll gain some clarity in partnership, love relationships, matters surrounding children, creative projects, and personal finances. A creative project that has been in the works but delayed will move forward for some of you. As these areas of life clear up, you gain more confidence about where you stand, how you feel, who and what you value, and what brings satisfaction to your life. There are some details about the past that need clearing up, and this is likely to happen naturally and gradually over the coming month, but focus is now on moving ahead with more confidence.

Taurus

Taurus

With your ruler, Venus, turning direct this morning after a six-week retrograde cycle, dear Taurus, you’re likely to begin feeling more clear-headed and decisive in the days ahead. With its station today, however, there can be some ambiguity, particularly when it comes to boundaries in relationships and perception of value. You may be over- or under-valuing a person, thing, or situation just for now. In the coming weeks, you’re more likely to know what’s most important to you, who and what you value, and where you stand on a family or home issue that had been left hanging or delayed. You will be regaining your confidence and relationships get back on track. You are less likely to be looking behind you and more likely looking ahead.

Gemini

Gemini

In many ways, the day can feel a little confusing and signals may be crossing, dear Gemini. This is largely due to Venus’ station as it shifts gears from retrograde to direct. Changes are in the works, and they’re very positive ones, but the shift itself can blur perceptions. Over the coming weeks you’ll find more satisfaction in your work or a project, communications, or transportation matter that’s been delayed resumes and straightens out. Some communication mix-ups or computer problems can come to resolution as well, although Mercury’s retrograde beginning the 17th could bring other delays. Romantic and creative matters can move forward and feel lighter or more satisfying. The focus is less on the past and more about where you’re headed.

Cancer

Cancer

After six weeks of retrograde motion, Venus turns direct today, dear Cancer. Financial problems, delayed income or projects, and confusion over property can clear themselves up in the coming days and weeks. A home or family matter reaches a turning point for some of you. Relationships tend to be more predictable. Even so, the change itself can intensify problems temporarily, or at least we perceive things in this vein, and relationships can be tricky. It’s better to avoid making big purchases or depending on verbal agreements about money. The Moon moves out of your privacy sector and into your sign this afternoon, and emotions color many of your choices.

Leo

Leo

Venus has spent the last six weeks in retrograde motion, and the last five weeks retrograde in your sign, dear Leo. This morning, Venus turns direct and in the coming month will move over the same degrees it did while retrograde, offering you second chances and new perspectives. Personal matters that have challenged you in recent weeks may resolve themselves, and stuck areas of your life can unclog and move forward. You can become clearer about which projects you should advance and which may have run their course. Misunderstandings or complicated relationship matters may also clear up, and you have a better understanding of what and who you want. Even so, confusion is likely as the shift happens today. Avoid making or breaking commitments until the fog clears.

Virgo

Virgo Symbol/Glyph
Virgo

With Venus turning direct today, dear Virgo, complicated relationships or feelings may begin to make sense and the road ahead seems to be a little more certain. In the coming weeks, educational or travel plans become clearer and financial delays or issues sort themselves out. Matters that have left you on the fence or that seem stalled or stuck begin to iron out and are nudged forward. A decision about a matter of the past now may seem easier to make or it may even become a moot point. Feelings of being stuck in the past or hung up on a matter or relationship that is no longer viable might resolve. For now, however, there can be some confusion as the shift happens, as with all stations, whether it’s a shift to retrograde or direct. Save very important decisions for a clearer time.

Libra

Libra Glyph-Symbol
Libra

Venus has been retrograde for the last six weeks, dear Libra, and today begins to move forward. As your natural ruler, you may have felt to be in limbo at times during the retrograde, and perhaps a little misunderstood. Changes are in the air, and they are positive ones, but your perceptions are unclear as the shift occurs, so take your time before coming to any concrete conclusions. With an upcoming retrograde of Mercury in your sign beginning on the 17th, you’ll be doing more review and reflection. However, in the coming weeks, emotional entanglements or complicated friendships are likely to begin to clear up. There can be significant improvements or clarity in relationships, both platonic and romantic.

Scorpio

Scorpio Symbol Glyph
Scorpio

Venus ends its six-week retrograde period this morning and begins moving direct, dear Scorpio, which can slowly bring more clarity and spontaneity to your relationships and career or public image. However, on the days of and surrounding stations, like today, there can be some confusion or disorientation, making it especially important to avoid making sweeping (especially public) statements or life-changing decisions. Keep a low profile. Boundaries in relationships and perception of value can be confused now. In the coming weeks, you’ll be enjoying more clarity in a partnership, to a partner’s frame of mind, in your reputation, with career, and to your faith in your own powers of perception. People you work with or for tend to be more amenable and warmer. Love relationships are on the mend. The tendency to look back instead of forward is leaving you. Nevertheless, as Venus retraces its steps in the coming weeks, you might be sorting through recent events and coming to more definite conclusions about them.

Sagittarius

Sagittarius Glyph Symbol
Sagittarius

This morning, Venus ends its six-week retrograde cycle and turns direct, dear Sagittarius. Slowly but surely in the coming weeks, there is likely to be more clarity in your life, particularly related to friends, relationships with co-workers, pleasure through travel, and education. Friendships can get back on track, and so can long-term plans. However, for now, important conversations, meetings, or connections are best left for another day when things are steadier. Take your time when it comes to forming and voicing your stronger opinions, as well as with affairs of the heart. As well today, the need to tune out distractions so that you can get something important to you done can become obvious. You can bring something especially creative to work or practical affairs now.

Capricorn

Capricorn Symbol/Glyph
Capricorn

Venus shifts gears this morning, dear Capricorn, ending a six-week retrograde cycle. The shift itself can distort perceptions, but in the coming weeks, more clarity is coming to personal relationships, money, and career matters. Love relationships grow warmer or affection is more explicit, so that the signals you’re reading are sounding loud and clear. A new feeling of clarity and forward motion will come to your love life and financial status. If you’ve been procrastinating on settling your finances, you’ll be more inclined to tackle them. Today may still involve some fog or uncertainty. Take your time drawing conclusions. Watch for excesses and wait for a clearer time to make big decisions.

Aquarius

Aquarius

There can be some ambiguity in your relationships today, dear Aquarius, with Venus stationing. However, as Venus is now turning direct after a six-week retrograde cycle, what you want will become progressively clearer as you move forward. This is especially the case in a partnership with Venus spending most of its retrograde in your partnership sector, but you are also likely to see improvements in your general mood and family or home life. Home projects move forward. Stalling on making a commitment may end.There can be some clogging in the airwaves just for now, so it’s best to save very important decision making for another day. Otherwise, there is good energy for creative activities, especially writing. Research can uncover important and helpful information.

Pisces

Pisces

Today’s interactions can be a little confusing, dear Pisces, as boundaries seem to be blurred, particularly with co-workers and friends. Try not to make (or break) any commitments that you might later regret, as things are not especially clear at the moment. However, with Venus direct and as it gains speed over the coming days and weeks, love and pleasure become more straightforward. You’ll find it easier to increase intimacy in a relationship than it has been recently. Financial matters that have been confused of late (particularly regarding boundaries and responsibilities with shared or joint money and possessions) begin to tidy up. If you’ve been questioning how satisfied you are with your daily life or work in the past weeks, you’ll begin to see solutions going forward.

The Witches Correspondences for Friday, September 4th

FRIDAY CORRESPONDENCES

Venus/Water/East/West/South/Dawn/Female/Libra/Taurus

 

Magickal Intentions: Love, Romance, Marriage, Sexual Matters, Physical Beauty, Friendship and Partnerships, Strangers, Heart

Color: aqua, blue, light blue, brown, green, pale green, magenta, peach, pink, rose, white, all pastels

Number: 5, 6

Metal: copper

Charm: green or white garments, scepter

Stone: alexandrite, amethyst, coral, diamond, emerald, jade, jet, black moonstone, peridot, smoky quartz, tiger’s-eye, pink tourmaline

Animal: camel, dove, elephant, goat, horse, pigeon, sparrow

Plant: apple, birch, cherry, clematis, clove, coriander, heather, hemlock, hibiscus, ivy, lotus, moss, myrtle, oats, pepperwort, peppermint, pinecone, quince, raspberry, rose, pink rose, red rose, rose hips, saffron, sage, savin, stephanotis, strawberry, thyme, vanilla, verbena, violet, water lily, yarrow, and all flowers

Incense: ambergris, camphor, mace, musk, myrrh, rose, saffron, sage, sandalwood, sweetgrass, vanilla, violet, all floral scents

Goddess: Aphrodite, Asherah, Baalith, Brigid, Erzulie, Freya (Passionate Queen), Frigg, Gefion, Harbor (Beautiful One), Hestia, Inanna, Ishtar (Lady of Passion and Desire), Lakshmi, Lilith, Mokosh, Nehalennia, Nerthus, Ostara, Pombagira, Sarasvati, Shakti, Shekinah, Sirtur, Al Uzza, Venus (Queen of Pleasure), Vesta

God: Allah, Bacchus, Bes, Cupid, the Dagda, Dionysus, El, Eros (God of Love), Freyr, Frit Ailek, Shukra

Evocation: Agrat Bat Mahalat, Anael, Hagiel, Mokosba, Rasbid, Sachiel, Uriel, Velas

 

 

Courtesy of Moonlight Musings

Your Love Horoscopes for the Week of August 17th

 

 

 

 

Your Love Horoscopes for the Week of August 17th

by Maria DeSimone

 

General Weekly Love Horoscope

 

Are you ready for some excitement? Good because it’s coming — with lightning speed! On Wednesday, Venus (still retrograde) will make a brilliant link to Uranus, the planet of sudden developments. Although Venus is not at her most potent, the positive connection to Uranus will surely benefit everyone when it comes to love potential. Think back to June 29, when Venus was direct and in the same link to Uranus. It’s possible that you’ll have a continuation with a romance theme stemming from that time. Enjoy it while you can because on Friday, the Sun will square off with Saturn, throwing a wet blanket on pleasure potential for everyone. It’s not about romantic delight this weekend unfortunately … it’s about work. At least you’ll have something to look forward to early this week. Make the most of it!

 

Aries Horoscope
Aries Horoscope (Mar 21 – Apr 19)

An exhilarating week can be yours — if you’re willing to be in the moment. Most likely you will be since you’re a leap before you look kind of sign. In matters of the heart, however, this isn’t always the best approach. Even so… if you are open to trying something new and getting out of your romantic comfort zone there’s every indication that you’ll be thrilled you did. If single, accept a first date with someone who isn’t your usual type. Expect to be amazed!

 

Taurus Horoscope
Taurus Horoscope (Apr 20 – May 20)

You’re starting to feel more and more hopeful about your romantic prospects now that Jupiter is moving through your 5th House of True Love. This week, it looks like you’re also one step closer to cleaning up a domestic related mess that has hindered you from enjoying a healthy love life. You’re not completely out of the muck just yet, but at long last, you can see a heart at the end of the tunnel. Yes!

 

Gemini Horoscope
Gemini Horoscope (May 21 – Jun 20)

If you’re single and have been going back and forth over whether or not to re-join one of those dating websites, this is the week to say YES. Retrograde Venus in your communication sector will make a brilliant link to surprise a minute Uranus in your social 11th house. This is also the part of your chart ruling the Internet and technology. There’s a good indication that you might re-connect with a past lover through social media as well. Sparks may fly all over again. Yum!

 

Cancer Horoscope
Cancer Horoscope (June 21 – Jul 22)

It may seem as though love bites this week … and you may have a few wounds to lick because of it. On Friday, the Sun will square off with Saturn, the planet of restriction and limitation. Saturn is moving through your true love sector, while the Sun is in the part of your chart connected to self-worth. You might have a difficult time feeling as if you’ll ever find true love again and be tempted to settle for something less than you know you deserve. Don’t fall into that trap.

 

Leo Horoscope
Leo Horoscope (Jul 23 – Aug 22)

Romantic potential will be brightest for you on Wednesday. There’s a possibility that you and your sweetheart will decide to take a vacation together in order for you both to re-connect. If so, be sure to choose a destination you’ve both been to before — and absolutely love. Try not to allow a domestic situation ruin your positive romantic vibes this week. That might be extra difficult to achieve on Friday.

 

Virgo Horoscope
Virgo Horoscope (Aug 23 – Sep 22)

Think back to a theme connected to your love life that emerged around June 20. It might have involved joint finances or your intimate world — but it was definitely positive. This week, it appears that there’s a second phase connected to that time and once again, you’ll benefit from it. The most interesting part about this is that whatever is happening, it’s going to happen behind the scenes. Don’t be concerned — that’s the way you want it.

 

Libra Horoscope
Libra Horoscope (Sep 23 – Oct 22)

Elation is sure to be yours this Wednesday! If you’re in a relationship with someone, the two of you are likely to branch out and try something new and exciting together. This might be slightly experimental but you’ll both crave the erratic part of it — in fact it’ll make your hearts beat faster! The only problem is that on Friday you’ll be reminded that sometimes, excitement can be quite expensive. Don’t break the bank.

 

Scorpio Horoscope
Scorpio Horoscope (Oct 23 – Nov 21)

There’s so much promise for you socially that it’s sure to help your romantic prospects. If you’re in a relationship then you and your partner might start to branch out more and find amazing couples friends that you enjoy going out with together. Another possibility is that you and your mate will decide to join a new group or organization together, expanding your social circle in that way. If single, all you need to do is look to your friends for new dating options.

 

Sagittarius Horoscope
Sagittarius Horoscope (Nov 22 – Dec 21)

Expect to have quite an adventure this week with your lover. He or she might sweep you off your feet this Wednesday with a whirlwind surprise that is sure to delight you. This will be something that expands your horizons while also reconnecting the two of you romantically. This will surely be a welcome change of pace since you’ll both depart from your usual routine in order to try something new. How exciting!

 

Capricorn Horoscope
Capricorn Horoscope (Dec 22 – Jan 19)

You and your partner might not want to stray too far from home. Why? There’s a great indication that you’ll enjoy an ultra-sexy time together on Wednesday — without leaving your cozy abode. Whatever you do, avoid allowing your friends to get in the way of your private affairs this week. It looks like there’s at least one pal who will try to kill your buzz and make you focus more on what’s wrong in your love life than what’s right.

 

Aquarius Horoscope
Aquarius Horoscope (Jan 20 – Feb 18)

On Wednesday, you and your partner can expect to reach new heights together — and it all begins with the power of your mind. Be sure to share your most “out there” ideas with your mate. He or she won’t think you’re crazy. In fact, there’s every indication that you’ll feel extra supported as you share your most innovative thoughts. A difficult career related situation on Friday however, threatens to sour your romantic potential for the weekend. Do your best to get around it.

 

Pisces Horoscope
Pisces Horoscope (Feb 19 – Mar 20)

There might be some more ups and downs connected to romance this week. On Wednesday you may feel like you’re on cloud nine with your lover. He or she seems to bring out the best in you, is making you feel like a million bucks and seems to want to help you manage the most unmanageable parts of your life. On Friday however, the highest of highs may turn into the lowest of lows. You might discover a moral sticking point, religious difference or other philosophical dilemma that you have. You won’t be able to overlook it.

Daily Planet Tracker: Venus in Leo, Now Until Oct 8, 2015

 

 

 

 

Planet Tracker

Venus in Leo

Now Until Oct 8, 2015

 

When Venus is in Leo, love shouts its name from the rooftops. There’s little subtlety about this combination, since the planet of relationship and beauty is passing through the sign of dramatic expression. Expect your romantic life to be a bit more colorful these days, regardless of your birth chart.

Leo, a fire sign, is about risk. So, Venus’ placement here is a reminder to take some chances with creativity and openings of the heart. Sure, it’s possible that you’ll go overboard and let your imagination turn a mild flirtation into the love affair of the century. But, that’s part of the fun of Venus in Leo.

We’re not here now to play it safe, to carefully monitor and control our feelings, but rather to recapture the hopefulness of childhood. This is a time when wounds may be set aside (at least partially), allowing us to let love flow without restriction or fear. Excesses are possible, even likely, but a truly open heart only leads to greater opportunities to share, connect and create.

Venus in Leo reminds us that we need to be adored now, not just simply liked or appreciated. Pride expands, which can, of course, lead to hurt feelings if one does not receive adequate recognition. Be generous in giving praise, while allowing others to show their appreciation of you, as well. The challenge here is to combine the willfulness of Leo with the responsiveness of Venus. Successful relationships are based on listening, something worth remembering at this time.

The dramatic expression of Venus in Leo can be readily seen through a collection of people who exemplify this combination. The wildly inventive Spanish architect Antoni Gaudi (“gaudy”) personifies the joyous creativity of Venus in Leo. Show biz icons Lauren Bacall, Bob Fosse, Barbara Walters and Tom Cruise are also part of this group.

Gestalt guru Fritz Perls was born with Venus in Leo, as were designers Joshua Logan and Pierre Cardin, author Jacqueline Susann, artist Andy Warhol, financier Michael Milken and magician David Copperfield.

Venus in Leo includes superstar performers Whitney Houston, Madonna, Michael Jackson and Paula Abdul. With Venus in Leo, Amy Fisher, Xaviera Hollander, John Holmes, Jessica Hahn and Pamela Anderson have achieved fame through sex. Yet, the higher side of Venus in Leo love is found in the charts of the Dalai Lama, Mother Teresa and Mary Baker Eddy.

 

 

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Your Daily Horoscopes for Friday, August 14th

 

 

 

 

 

Your Daily Horoscopes for Friday, August 14th

 

Aries

Aries Horoscope
Aries

A New Moon occurs in your solar fifth house this morning, Aries, and this brings out your more creative, romantic, and celebratory inclinations. This is an important time for wiping the slate clean with retrograde Venus involved as well. If you need to put dysfunctional or negative attitudes behind you in order to move forward more freely in these areas of life, now is a powerful time for working on doing so. With Venus retrograde in the same sector of your chart, there can be some holding back, or backtracking involved. Your motivation to pursue your heart’s desire might return now. This is a cycle for starting new hobbies or reviving old interests, getting creative, starting fresh in a romantic relationship, or putting a difficult relationship behind you. Avoid rigid schedules if you can so that you can better follow your creative intuition.

Taurus

Taurus

The New Moon today brings fresh, take-charge energy to your solar fourth house, Taurus, and this puts even stronger emphasis on home and family matters. Deeper feelings and needs emerge, and you become more powerfully aware of your support system. This can be a time of re-organizing the home or home environment, and for family-oriented activities and connections. With Venus retrograde in the same sector during this period, it can be more useful to finish up and refine projects that are already in progress than it would be for brand new endeavors. Tastes and interests can take a sharp turn after the first week of September. Relationships, particularly with those closest to your heart, are strong in your mind today and tomorrow. Feelings or ties to the past that you’re holding on to and that no longer serve you well might be better off put behind you, and if so, today is good for wiping the slate clean.

Gemini

Gemini

The New Moon that occurs this morning brings take-charge energy for communicating, learning, and connecting, dear Gemini. These themes are already strong in your life these days, and the lunation today can provide you with added energy and courage to get things into order. New channels for communicating can be discovered, but you might also be rediscovering old projects and plans, breathing new life into them. You can experience renewed energy and motivation to better handle your daily affairs. This is a good cycle for those returning to school. This New Moon is aligning with retrograde Venus, and this can bring up a desire to start fresh when it comes to relationships, particularly with peers and siblings. It’s a good time to set your intentions for positive new beginnings and resolutions.

Cancer

Cancer

There is strong emphasis on your spending habits, possessions, and wants and desires these days, dear Cancer, and ideally you’re coming to a better understanding of how you might better handle your money. As well, you can be quite temperamental about whether others value you, as you have a stronger need these days for being treated with respect. This morning’s New Moon will launch a new cycle in which you feel more in charge of these things. With Venus retrograde here, you may be rethinking some of the things you value, and you could be looking at your own talents and resources in a different way. It’s a good time for finding the motivation to put something behind you and to start fresh, or to renew and complete a project you’ve shelved.

Leo

Leo

The New Moon that occurs this morning energizes your sign, dear Leo, and represents a new beginning or a cleaning of the slate. This is a time for setting intentions, goals, and resolutions. You might be experimenting with a new style, look, or manner of presenting yourself now. Focus should ideally be on improving personal habits and boosting confidence in yourself – in other words, doing things that make you feel proud of yourself. You may be making changes that reflect or alter your personal plans. Your desires are changing in important and sometimes surprising ways, and you may be in the mood for some form of makeover, which is not all physical. With retrograde Venus and the Sun coming together as well, this is a good time for beginning new on all sorts of levels, not only to do with personality but also relationships, and for putting limiting attitudes behind you.

Virgo

Virgo Symbol/Glyph
Virgo

The New Moon that occurs this morning gives you a push and possibly the motivation to review, recharge, and let go, dear Virgo. While there are some signs of moving forward these days with Mercury and Jupiter moving into your sign recently, there remains a strong emphasis on the past, and today’s lunation can give you a cosmic push to deal with those things that have been limiting you and holding you back. You now have a lot of support for putting a dysfunctional attitude or even relationship behind you. This can be an emotional tie to the past that has prevented you from welcoming new energy into your life. You might decide to take action now on recent revelations. Retrograde Venus aligns with the New Moon, and this can point to wiping the slate clean as you now see the folly of certain attachments. The coming days and weeks are wonderful for getting rid of emotional baggage. In a month’s time, a Solar Eclipse in your sign points to a powerful personal new beginning, and the “work” you do now will go a long way towards making the most of this upcoming power period.

Libra

Libra Glyph-Symbol
Libra

The recent strong focus on friendships, networking, goal-setting, and community or group connections in your life continues, dear Libra, and the New Moon today brings good energy for new beginnings on these fronts. Today and tomorrow are powerful for seeing relationships in a new way and for motivating you to take steps to fix or change your interactions with others and/or your long-term goal, dreams, and plans. Some might be especially motivated to fix a friendship or possibly even cut one out of your life. This is about recognizing what has been holding you back from living your life authentically. Keep in mind that this can be an impulsive time, so you may want to hold off on making big changes, but it’s also important to allow your intuition to work. You may be seeing those things, people, and situations that you truly value in a different light.

Scorpio

Scorpio Symbol Glyph
Scorpio

The New Moon occurring this morning energizes your career and reputation sector, dear Scorpio. This sector of your solar chart has been busy as of late, and is currently hosting the Sun, retrograde Venus, and Mars. The lunation today and the conjunction of the Sun with Venus tomorrow point to a powerful time for new beginnings, particularly as they relate to ridding yourself of outdated or dysfunctional attitudes and possibly even projects that have been holding you back from moving forward. Old plans or projects may fall out of focus as you make room for new ones. A sense of re-invigoration can be felt when it comes to career or life-plan goals, responsibilities, and ambitions. Relationships and ties to the past can be in strong focus now, and you may in fact be seeing something or someone in a different light.

Sagittarius

Sagittarius Glyph Symbol
Sagittarius

A New Moon occurs in your sector of spirit and growth, dear Sagittarius, and this stimulates your desire to learn, improve, and experience life on your own terms. You may be attracting events that widen your experience and deepen your understanding of your life’s purpose. This New Moon puts special emphasis on activities that break you out of the usual routine and truly allow you to feel connected with life and spirit. You have more courage to pursue your dreams. However, with retrograde Venus here, you are also reevaluating your goals and attachments. In fact, there is a strong emphasis now on putting dysfunctional or negative attitudes, ideas, and beliefs behind you, and powerful energy for doing so. There can be new ideas for learning and discovery coming to you now and this week, or renewed interests and plans.

Capricorn

Capricorn Symbol/Glyph
Capricorn

With a New Moon in your solar eighth house occurring this morning and aligned with retrograde Venus, dear Capricorn, this is a powerful time for opportunities to rid yourself of restrictive or self-limiting attitudes. It’s also strong for reworking your approach to pursuing your desires and living your life feeling more empowered and in charge. You may have a different view of what you want from yourself and from others now, and this insight can bring about important changes in the weeks ahead. For some of you, there could be a situation revolving around finances, debts, shared resources, and support that requires changes and adjustments. With Venus retrograde here at the same time, there can be some challenges involved or a focus on the past. This also gives you the opportunity to see people, relationships, yourself, and situations in a new light, which can in turn lead to a fresh start or new beginning.

Aquarius

Aquarius

If you need a fresh start or need to end a significant project (or even attitude), this is a strong time for doing so, dear Aquarius. First, a New Moon occurs today in your partnership zone. Tomorrow, the Sun and retrograde Venus meet in a conjunction, and both events mark the beginnings of a new cycle and a symbolic fresh start or wiping of the slate clean. The desire or need to cooperate and merge with others is strong right now, but so is the need to truly get along. If relationships or attitudes are becoming dysfunctional, it’s time to start anew. Many of you will be redefining your relationships or relationship needs, seeing what you value in a new light. What you feel and see now are important, but do watch for impulsive moves. Try to wait things out before making big changes.

Pisces

Pisces

There has been a strong emphasis on work, health, and routines recently, dear Pisces, and the New Moon today can help motivate you to take charge of these matters. Tomorrow’s inferior conjunction of the Sun and Venus is another impulsive, “new slate” energy occurring in the same sector of your chart, making this time an especially powerful one for clearing the decks and beginning anew. You might be seeing who and what you value in an all-new way. Your working environment, daily life and schedules, health, wellness, and connection with the work you do are all part of this. If you need to let go of self-limiting attitudes or projects that are holding you back or consuming too much of your valuable time, this can be a strong time for doing so. Think in terms of resolutions to improve your daily life and outlook now.

Daily Planet Tracker: Venus in Leo, Now Until July 18th

 

 

 

 

Planet Tracker

Venus in Leo

Now Until Jul 18, 2015

 

When Venus is in Leo, love shouts its name from the rooftops. There’s little subtlety about this combination, since the planet of relationship and beauty is passing through the sign of dramatic expression. Expect your romantic life to be a bit more colorful these days, regardless of your birth chart.

Leo, a fire sign, is about risk. So, Venus’ placement here is a reminder to take some chances with creativity and openings of the heart. Sure, it’s possible that you’ll go overboard and let your imagination turn a mild flirtation into the love affair of the century. But, that’s part of the fun of Venus in Leo.

We’re not here now to play it safe, to carefully monitor and control our feelings, but rather to recapture the hopefulness of childhood. This is a time when wounds may be set aside (at least partially), allowing us to let love flow without restriction or fear. Excesses are possible, even likely, but a truly open heart only leads to greater opportunities to share, connect and create.

Venus in Leo reminds us that we need to be adored now, not just simply liked or appreciated. Pride expands, which can, of course, lead to hurt feelings if one does not receive adequate recognition. Be generous in giving praise, while allowing others to show their appreciation of you, as well. The challenge here is to combine the willfulness of Leo with the responsiveness of Venus. Successful relationships are based on listening, something worth remembering at this time.

The dramatic expression of Venus in Leo can be readily seen through a collection of people who exemplify this combination. The wildly inventive Spanish architect Antoni Gaudi (“gaudy”) personifies the joyous creativity of Venus in Leo. Show biz icons Lauren Bacall, Bob Fosse, Barbara Walters and Tom Cruise are also part of this group.

Gestalt guru Fritz Perls was born with Venus in Leo, as were designers Joshua Logan and Pierre Cardin, author Jacqueline Susann, artist Andy Warhol, financier Michael Milken and magician David Copperfield.

Venus in Leo includes superstar performers Whitney Houston, Madonna, Michael Jackson and Paula Abdul. With Venus in Leo, Amy Fisher, Xaviera Hollander, John Holmes, Jessica Hahn and Pamela Anderson have achieved fame through sex. Yet, the higher side of Venus in Leo love is found in the charts of the Dalai Lama, Mother Teresa and Mary Baker Eddy.

 

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Your Daily Planet Tracker: Venus in Leo, Now Until Jul 18, 2015

 

 

Planet Tracker

Venus in Leo

Now Until Jul 18, 2015

When Venus is in Leo, love shouts its name from the rooftops. There’s little subtlety about this combination, since the planet of relationship and beauty is passing through the sign of dramatic expression. Expect your romantic life to be a bit more colorful these days, regardless of your birth chart.

Leo, a fire sign, is about risk. So, Venus’ placement here is a reminder to take some chances with creativity and openings of the heart. Sure, it’s possible that you’ll go overboard and let your imagination turn a mild flirtation into the love affair of the century. But, that’s part of the fun of Venus in Leo.

We’re not here now to play it safe, to carefully monitor and control our feelings, but rather to recapture the hopefulness of childhood. This is a time when wounds may be set aside (at least partially), allowing us to let love flow without restriction or fear. Excesses are possible, even likely, but a truly open heart only leads to greater opportunities to share, connect and create.

Venus in Leo reminds us that we need to be adored now, not just simply liked or appreciated. Pride expands, which can, of course, lead to hurt feelings if one does not receive adequate recognition. Be generous in giving praise, while allowing others to show their appreciation of you, as well. The challenge here is to combine the willfulness of Leo with the responsiveness of Venus. Successful relationships are based on listening, something worth remembering at this time.

The dramatic expression of Venus in Leo can be readily seen through a collection of people who exemplify this combination. The wildly inventive Spanish architect Antoni Gaudi (“gaudy”) personifies the joyous creativity of Venus in Leo. Show biz icons Lauren Bacall, Bob Fosse, Barbara Walters and Tom Cruise are also part of this group.

Gestalt guru Fritz Perls was born with Venus in Leo, as were designers Joshua Logan and Pierre Cardin, author Jacqueline Susann, artist Andy Warhol, financier Michael Milken and magician David Copperfield.

Venus in Leo includes superstar performers Whitney Houston, Madonna, Michael Jackson and Paula Abdul. With Venus in Leo, Amy Fisher, Xaviera Hollander, John Holmes, Jessica Hahn and Pamela Anderson have achieved fame through sex. Yet, the higher side of Venus in Leo love is found in the charts of the Dalai Lama, Mother Teresa and Mary Baker Eddy.

 

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Your Weekly Karma Forecast for June 28 through July 4

Weekly Forecast: June 28 – July 4, 2015

The Karmic Tools Weekly Forecast covers the current planetary transits which affect people in different ways and to various degrees of intensity. Take notice when it is a Personal planet (Sun / Moon / Mercury / Venus / Mars) interacting with a Social (Jupiter/Saturn) or Collective planet (Uranus / Neptune/Pluto). And pay extremely close attention when it is a Social planet interacting with a Collective planet because that means something *big* is brewing that will move large groups of people along their evolutionary paths. Tuning in to the energy and rhythm of the planets can serve as a useful *guide* as you move along your Individual Path. It also helps to understand your place within the context of the larger Social & Collective Story. Below, you will find out how these energies tend to manifest, as well as guidance and direction.

*NOTE* There are some days when there are NO CONTACTS (besides the Moon), please note that there are no missing entries, we just list the actual Activations of each week + the day they happen.

Weekly Forecast: June 28 – July 4, 2015

6/29 ~ Venus (relationships) ~trine~ Uranus (unique):

This energy is likely to bring a little excitement into your life, one way or another. This is a good time to do something different; shake up your routine. Seek out diversions; try something new! Relationships will have an unusual energy to them; an established relationship may sparkle with some extra “spice” or a new relationship begun under this energy will be stimulating, unusual and probably short-lived. Use this energy to soak up some good energy from those who live on the fringes!

7/1 ~ Venus (values) ~conjunct~ Jupiter (truth):

This is an extremely powerful energy that makes you very mentally “present” to the fact that both your values and your truth are shifting. You can connect to material abundance. This is usually a pleasant shift because it is about expanding your sense of authentic beauty, as in nature, and the interrelatedness of all living things. There is an energy of enthusiasm around new or growing relationships which attracts more positive energy. This is the best time to create and “expect miracles”!

7/1 ~ Sun (authenticity) ~trine~ Neptune (intuition):

This energy triggers your idealistic side and provokes a desire to understand things on a deeper, more spiritual level. Try to use this energy to reflect on where you are and where you want to be, mentally, spiritually and physically. Take time to meditate and be still, quiet and alone. You may feel compelled to do things today that have no direct benefit for you; finding satisfaction in giving. Just be sure to ‘help those who help themselves’. Your intuition is heightened also, so pay attention to any ‘messages’ that come thru to you.

7/2 ~ Mercury (acumen) ~sextile~ Uranus (the Awakener):

This energy says, it’s time to go with the flow – “new and different” being the flow. It wants to shake it up a bit – in a good way. However, if you feel like new and different is more like chaos and disruption, then you need to reflect and see if you aren’t being too rigid. Unwillingness to go with the (new) flow will make this energy harder to handle. This is also a good time to try to resolve any old issues or challenges – they are not going away without resolution and conscious release. Perhaps you’ve been trying the same thing over and over and it’s time to try something NEW – now is the time new ideas will come to you. Pay attention! Try to be open and receptive to unusual things, events or ideas; allow spontaneity. You may think you are doing one thing and look up and being doing something completely different – be open to exploring the new path!

7/3 ~ Mercury (your voice) ~sextile~ Jupiter (expansion):

This energy can make you focus on the larger issues in your life. Your dreams are tapping you on the shoulder, demanding some attention. Mundane issues do not concern you, you want to figure out how to create the life you’ve been imagining. This energy also provokes within you the understanding that being generous naturally attracts generosity to you (and your cause). You’re focused on the big picture and overall patterns which have lead you to this point. Feeling clear, sharp, alert and optimistic, your realize that anything you can imagine, you can achieve.

2015 Summer Love Horoscopes

 

 

2015 Summer Love Horoscopes

Learning lessons in love

This summer starts off with a heavy dose of passionate sunshine but just when you think you’re home free things may start to take a turn. Venus, the planet of love and relationships, is due for her retrograde phase and it’ll take place between July 25 and September 6. As a result, for most of the summer it’ll be more about learning lessons in love than enjoying hot and heavy endless summer nights. Try not to see this as a total downer though. In fact, there will be a golden opportunity to take stock of where you are along your personal romantic journey and appreciate it in a whole new light. Try not to focus exclusively on how far you have yet to travel, but also acknowledge how far you’ve come. And with Venus retrograde in Leo remember the ultimate lesson she is trying to teach all of us: self-love. Read more about what this summer has in store for your love potential by checking out your sign’s forecast!

Aries Horoscope (March 21 – April 19)

You, more than any other sign, will likely look back at this summer and realize pivotal developments occurred in your love life — the kind that changes the landscape of it forever. Everything looks as happy as can be as the summer kicks off. Both Venus and Jupiter — the two beneficial planets — will move together through your 5th House of True Love and Pleasure. Jupiter leaves on August 11 but Venus will hang around for quite some time. Pay attention to events near June 29 when Venus connects perfectly to Uranus, now in your sign. A happy, unexpected development in love can take you to new heights.

Things begin to turn on June 14 however when Venus squares off with Saturn. Perhaps you’re struggling in a romantic relationship that you prefer to keep lighthearted and fun, while your lover wants something deeper. Suddenly the party appears to be over and the two of you will need to figure out if this is a summer fling or something more substantial.

No matter what’s happening in your love life, you’ll have plenty of time to figure things out once Venus moves retrograde back into your 5th house on July 31. Until September 6, you will be forced to re-assess your love life situation as well as your capacity to give love to someone. If opening your heart has been difficult this retrograde, it will hurt just enough to challenge you to overcome what is holding you back the most in the love department. Ready or not, here it comes. Are you strong enough to love with all you’ve got? The Universe thinks so. Mars will be moving into Leo and your 5th house between August 8 and September 24, giving you the heart of a warrior.

Taurus Horoscope (April 20 – May 20)

On July 18, love planet Venus will be making a short appearance in your true love sector. You might be convinced a grand romance is about to get off the ground but the truth is, there’s not enough steam to get anything moving in the direction you’d like. The problem is that Venus will enter your romance sector and immediately begin slowing down, preparing to turn retrograde on July 25. Although it seems as if you have some type of action potential in the romance department, you may quickly realize that your attention needs to remain focused on a domestic situation. A relative might need your support as he or she struggles to resolve a problem that you thought was resolved. This situation will likely take up so much energy that until Venus turns direct on September 6, matters of the heart will not be a priority at all.

Don’t worry about your summer turning into a major dud as far as romance goes. See this instead as a vital cycle you need to go through to fix a major family situation once and for all so that after September 6, you can once again focus on your love life. The opportunity won’t be lost — and you’ll see this for yourself after September 13 when a gorgeous Solar Eclipse lights up your true love sector. By then, lucky Jupiter will also be in the same part of your chart (he enters your 5th house on August 11 and you just might experience the greatest love of your life!

Gemini Horoscope (May 21 – June 20)

This summer will have some bright spots as well as potentially cloudy weather when it comes to romance. The good news is that from the start of the summer until July 18, Venus will move direct in your 3rd House of Communication. You’ll have a gorgeous opportunity to get to know someone special through stimulating conversations that last until the wee hours of the morning.

The problem is that Venus, which rules your true love sector, will turn retrograde on July 25 and will not turn direct until September 6. This is like throwing a wet blanket over the flames of fire that any summer romance has to offer. You might have trouble making up your mind when it comes to any important decision you and your partner must make together. If you’re talking about deepening the relationship or making any kind of commitment on paper, this will be a time of heavy revisions and second guessing. Do your best not to make final decisions on anything that involves you and your sweetie signing contracts together.

Then, from September 17 until early fall, Mercury will turn retrograde right in your true love sector. You might end up communicating with an ex and wondering whether or not the two of you should give things a second chance. This will also make it difficult for you and your partner to agree on a vital decision that involves one of your children if you have any together. Perhaps the best course of action for you this summer is to go with the flow. When it comes to love, take things as they are and live in the moment. But don’t ignore the lessons.

Cancer Horoscope (June 21 – July 22)

For the better part of the summer you’ll feel sexier than ever! On June 24 until August 8, Mars, the planet of assertive energy and the planet ruling libido, will move through your sign. This is a once in two year event, so don’t waste its amazing potential. For starters, anything you initiate during this time will likely succeed since you’ll have unparalleled stamina and confidence. Your sexual energy will be high and it’s likely that you’ll put out vibes to someone you’re attracted to without even realizing it. The good news is that it’ll be almost impossible to resist you during this time. So if there’s someone you have your eye on go ahead and make that first move!

There are two “ouch” days when it comes to love that you’ll want to make note of. This will be especially difficult if you’re single or newly dating someone. On July 14 and again on August 4, Venus will square off with Saturn. Loneliness or disappointment in matters of the heart are possible.

If you’re in a committed relationship, pay attention to events that happen near the Full Moon on July 1. It’ll fall in your partnership sector and things between you and your mate are likely to be extra emotionally charged. If you and your love are at a breaking point as a couple this might be a time you decide to spend time apart in order to think things through. Or, you may end the relationship altogether. Either way, this Full Moon signals a vital turning point between you and your partner.

Fortunately, a New Moon in your sign on July 15 will help infuse you with even more optimism for a brighter tomorrow. If you and your partner have decided to stick it out, this lunation will help clean the slate and allow you to begin anew in life and love. Yes!

Leo Horoscope (July 23 – Aug. 22)

Make the most of early summer Leo because the Universe has a major lesson in store for you when it comes to matters of the heart. But first, the good news. Until July 18, love planet Venus will continue moving direct in your sign making you the “fairest of them all.” Your magnetism will be irresistible and you may also decide that it’s time to spruce up your appearance. Go ahead — use this time to strut your stuff and get noticed!

Once July 31 hits, everything takes on a different tone. Venus will have gone retrograde and on this day she’ll backpedal into your sign again, where she will remain in retrograde motion until September 6. During this time, you might second guess everything you thought you knew as it relates to partnership and romantic matters. You might have a major lesson that involves learning more about what you have to offer a person in a relationship that isn’t so much on the outside but rather, within.

If you’re trying to buy love, that tactic will likely blow up in your face now, leaving you struggling with feelings of worthlessness. You’re meant to learn that you are good enough to love and be loved without all of the fanfare, bells and whistles. This may not be an easy lesson but if you’re able to work through it you might find on the other side an opportunity for true, meaningful love. Mars enters your sign on August 8 and remains there until September 24, giving you the courage to pursue love in a way you might have been too afraid to in the past.

Virgo Horoscope (Aug. 23 – Sept. 22)

Are you struggling with a romantic relationship that, for one reason or another, you feel must be kept under wraps? If you’re involved in a secret affair or, if you’re pining away for someone you know you can’t truly be with, then this summer has a few lessons in store. On July 25, love planet Venus turns retrograde in your sign and on July 31, she’ll slide back into Leo and your 12th House of “All That’s Hidden.” Until September 6, you might have a bit of soul searching to do connected to a romantic relationship that’s either unhealthy to be in or more of a fantasy than reality. If you’re caught up in a situation like this, it’s time to ask yourself why you think it’s good enough for you. Don’t you deserve a relationship that has substance? A relationship that you can shout out to the world you’re actually in?

Perhaps there’s a deeper issue at work that you’ll need to muddle through. Maybe, your fear of love and of being hurt in love is so overwhelming that you put yourself in a position where you are always loving someone from a safe enough distance, thinking you’re protecting your heart. You’re only fooling yourself if you think that’s the case and this summer, you’ll need to face these issues head on. The good news is that a Solar Eclipse in Virgo on September 13 will be your personal fresh start in all areas — including relationships.

Libra Horoscope (Sept. 23 – Oct. 22)

The summer will kick off with plenty of thrilling potential for romance and pleasure! Social opportunities will be abundant. If you’re single, you’ll have an excellent chance to meet someone special at a party, or other fun event. Pay attention to June 29 for sparks to fly if you’re in a relationship. On that day, love planet Venus will be at a gorgeous angle to the electrifying Uranus. Make the most of this stimulating aspect and dare to do something with your partner that takes both of you out of your comfort zone.

Until July 18, you’ll enjoy opportunities to make a romantic connection with someone through your social life. Pay close attention to developments on July 1, when Venus and Jupiter embrace.  A friend may offer to set you up with someone and it’s also possible that you’ll entertain the prospect of going from friends to lovers with a close pal. If you do make a move in this direction however, expect some re-adjustments between July 31 and September 6 when Venus moves retrograde through your friendship sector. Another possibility, is that one of your friends will meddle with your love life so much that it threatens to damage it. If a situation like this arises you might end up breaking up with your friend.

Mercury will also retrograde in your sign as the summer draws to a close. After September 17, be especially careful how you communicate to your partner. Messages can easily be misconstrued.

Scorpio Horoscope (Oct. 23 – Nov. 21)

With Saturn moving through the final degrees of your sign until September 17, getting things right in the relationship department has a certain sense of urgency. You know that time is running out and if things have been rocky between you and your partner, something must change this summer or else the relationship may no longer be salvageable. A specific problem that you might have with your mate, is feeling a lack of support as you pursue a professional goal or re-evaluate your career prospects entirely. He or she might not be doing much to boost your ego during a time when it may be quite fragile. Insecurities about your future career path might prompt you to put up higher walls — walls that only frustrate your partner even more. Decisions need to happen near July 14 and again on August 5 when Venus squares off with Saturn. You might be in a position where you have to deal with something professionally out of financial necessity. Resentment in your relationship may continue to build throughout the summer if you aren’t able to take a step back and untangle the knot that somehow complicated your love life.

If single, a Full Moon on August 29 might bring feelings for someone special to a new level of awareness. It’s possible that a romance could blossom once you acknowledge your spiritual connection with this person.

Sagittarius Horoscope (Nov. 22 – Dec. 21)

From June 24 until August 8 you may feel a strong urge to go deeper in your relationship — both physically and psychologically. You and your partner might have a great connection but intimacy is a delicate process that continues to unfold over time. This summer, it’s likely that you will make it a priority to go where you have not dared go before. This might also have to do with a drive to explore a more taboo or erotic side of your sexuality with your partner. If you’ve feared doing this in the past, thinking it would scare off your mate, now you may change your mind. One thing is certain — your sex life will have a significant opportunity for enrichment!

Pay attention to romantic opportunity on June 29 and again on August 19. If single, it’s possible that someone who is not your usual type will completely enthrall you. Also, on July 1, a delicious love connection is possible as you embark on a new adventure that will expand your horizons. If you miss the boat on July 1, you’ll have another opportunity on August 4. After September 17, don’t bother talking to your friends about your love life. They might only offer unwanted, confusing advice.

Capricorn Horoscope (Dec. 22 – Jan. 19)

If you’re married or in a committed relationship, things are about to heat up this summer! On June 24 and until August 8, Mars will move through your partnership sector. This event only happens once every two years and during this time you’ll be motivated to spice things up in your love life. There’s a good chance that you’ll stir the pot more and initiate arguments. It’s also possible that you’ll come across as more selfish during this time which may infuriate your partner.  Still, the good news is that if there’s anything you and your partner need to work through it will not be swept under the rug. And the makeup sex? Off the charts! A New Moon in the same part of your chart on July 15 will stimulate a fresh start in your relationship. Or, if you’re dating someone, it’s possible you’ll decide to make it exclusive.

On July 8, you’ll have a rare and incredible capacity to be on the same page spiritually, intellectually and physically with your mate. Don’t waste it! Pay close attention to Venus as she retrogrades through your 8th House of Joint Finances between July 31 and September 6. It’s possible that you and your partner will have to re-evaluate money matters that have to do with sharing resources, debt or investments. Don’t make new investments together during this time and if you’re newly dating someone wait until this phase is over before you make the decision to move in together or start sharing bills.

Aquarius Horoscope (Jan. 20 – Feb. 18)

It’s time to seriously re-evaluate where you are in your marriage or committed relationship and to patch up any holes there might be in your union. Also, if you’re dating someone you might have second thoughts (or cold feet) about whether or not you should commit. Love planet Venus will turn retrograde on July 25 and between July 31 and September 6, she’ll move retrograde in your 7th House of Partnership. This is a significant opportunity to figure out whether or not you’re going through the motions in a relationship or if you’re truly connected with your mate on a heart level.

It’s possible that you’ll experience a test during this time that leaves you wondering just how strong your bond is. The thing to remember, is that if the two of you truly have love and mutual respect for one another you will not only get through this time, but you will come out of it stronger than ever. Remember, you’ll also have Jupiter continuing to help ameliorate any potential difficulties in this area of your life — and that is true until August 11. Use this to your advantage. You’ll have both of the lucky planets in the zodiac supporting your relationship potential! Even if Venus is retrograde it doesn’t have to symbolize trouble. It may actually symbolize the resolution of a situation that the two of you didn’t know how to fix in the past. August 14 is a gorgeous new beginning for you in your relationship. Also, be sure to take advantage of Venus and Jupiter embracing in your partnership sector on July 1 and again on August 4. Love can and will conquer all!

Pisces Horoscope (Feb. 19 – March 20)

This will most certainly be an eventful summer for you when it comes to love and relationships. First, whether you’re single or attached, get ready for passion! Mars, the planet of assertiveness, will enter your 5th House of Romance and Pleasure on June 24. He remains there until August 8 and during this time your number one priority will be having FUN! Your sex life will become much more eventful. If you’re partnered up, expect to have much more fun in bed. If single, there will be no shortage of opportunity to “get your groove back.” A New Moon in your true love sector on July 15 might bring someone special into your life if you are currently unattached. Make the most of social opportunities!

The major headline news for you however, will happen on August 11. That’s when Jupiter, the planet of gifts and blessings, will enter your 7th House of Partnership for the first time in twelve years! For the next year, you will enjoy a special dose of protection and happiness potential in your relationship. If things are already going well between you and your partner you can expect them to get even better. You might decide to move in with someone, get engaged or even marry under this influence. If, however, you’re not in a good place in your relationship, this transit won’t heal what is already broken. On a positive note, if a relationship ends during this time it will most likely end peacefully. Pay attention to the Solar Eclipse in your 7th house on September 13. A whole new world might open up for you in your relationship. Wow!

 

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Venus Shadow starts today!

Venus Shadow starts today!

 

a message from Dana Mrkich
To view more of Dana’s insight, visit her website, DanaMrkich.com

Today Venus enters the territory over which she will retrograde as of July 25, heralding the start of the ‘Venus shadow’ period. Venus Retrogrades happen just under every couple of years, and offer a fabulous opportunity to review, reshuffle, rewire, heal, clear and transform all that is Venusy: love, relationships, self-love, self-value, self-worth, our inner feminine qualities, how we view ourselves and others as women (both individually and collectively), our ability to receive nourishment, nurturing and pleasure, and express ourselves creatively.
Venus is most commonly associated with love, but really she stands for the Feminine, which ultimately affects everything from our relationships to our income, abundance, health, happiness and heart fulfillment.

 
The simplest way of looking at how a Retrograde phase works, including its Shadow periods, is: Let’s say you are driving from San Diego up to San Francisco. You pass through LA but a couple hours later in Santa Barbara you realise you forgot something in LA! So you head back there, pick up what you need, and resume your drive up the coast. Eventually you cruise past the spot in Santa Barbara where you had to turn around, and then it’s into fresh new territory from then on!

 
So the patch of road between LA and Santa Barbara is one you will end up driving on three times: heading up the first time, reversing to get your forgotten stuff, and then heading up again. These 3 drives represent the Pre-retrograde Shadow, the Retrograde phase itself, and finally the Post-retrograde Shadow.

 
Most people know about the Santa Barbara back to LA part of a retrograde, but don’t know about factoring in the two Shadow periods to help understand life changes and inner shifts during this time.
Today Venus is at 14 degrees Leo, let’s call this spot LA. She will travel up to 0 Degrees Virgo, let’s call that spot Santa Barbara. She retrogrades on that spot on July 25 and back she goes.

 
On 6 Sep she reaches LA (14 degrees Leo), goes direct, and on 9 October she clears Santa Barbara after reaching to 0 Degrees Virgo again, officially marking the end of her Shadow period.

 
Dates for your Diary:
⦁ 22 June – 24 July: Venus is Direct but in pre-Retrograde Shadow
⦁ 25 July – 5 Sep: Venus is in Retrograde
⦁ 6 Sep – 9 Oct: Venus is Direct but in Post-Retrograde Shadow

 
How this will affect you will depend on a) where 14 Degrees Leo – 0 Degrees Virgo is in your Astro Natal Chart. (You can view that for free at astro.com) and b) what is most needing to clear/shift/transform/awaken within you at this time Feminine Energy wise.

 
A lot of relationships tend to go through a review phase at this time, and ex-loves may make an appearance. Rather than look at this as being purely about those relationships the bigger picture is about: what are these relationships/people/dynamics/patterns you’ve held trying to bring to your awareness about your own Self?

 
As your Feminine shifts so too will the way you perceive yourself, including your awareness around what you have accepted for far too long (be it re relationships, income, people treating you less than you deserve, over-giving, under-receiving etc). With that may come some grief, sadness, anger or self-blame which is good to acknowledge and release but no need to get stuck in those emotions. The real gold lies in what is wanting to emerge from underneath those emotions: your emerging, strong, passionate, creative, worthy, valuable Feminine Energy. This affects both men and women.

 
Pay attention to any themes that come up over these three periods as they will most definitely have a message for you!

 
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Love Dana x

 

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Daily Planet Tracker: Venus in Leo, Now Until Jul 18, 2015

 

 

Planet Tracker

Venus in Leo

Jun 5, 2015 to Jul 18, 2015

When Venus is in Leo, love shouts its name from the rooftops. There’s little subtlety about this combination, since the planet of relationship and beauty is passing through the sign of dramatic expression. Expect your romantic life to be a bit more colorful these days, regardless of your birth chart.

Leo, a fire sign, is about risk. So, Venus’ placement here is a reminder to take some chances with creativity and openings of the heart. Sure, it’s possible that you’ll go overboard and let your imagination turn a mild flirtation into the love affair of the century. But, that’s part of the fun of Venus in Leo.

We’re not here now to play it safe, to carefully monitor and control our feelings, but rather to recapture the hopefulness of childhood. This is a time when wounds may be set aside (at least partially), allowing us to let love flow without restriction or fear. Excesses are possible, even likely, but a truly open heart only leads to greater opportunities to share, connect and create.

Venus in Leo reminds us that we need to be adored now, not just simply liked or appreciated. Pride expands, which can, of course, lead to hurt feelings if one does not receive adequate recognition. Be generous in giving praise, while allowing others to show their appreciation of you, as well. The challenge here is to combine the willfulness of Leo with the responsiveness of Venus. Successful relationships are based on listening, something worth remembering at this time.

The dramatic expression of Venus in Leo can be readily seen through a collection of people who exemplify this combination. The wildly inventive Spanish architect Antoni Gaudi (“gaudy”) personifies the joyous creativity of Venus in Leo. Show biz icons Lauren Bacall, Bob Fosse, Barbara Walters and Tom Cruise are also part of this group.

Gestalt guru Fritz Perls was born with Venus in Leo, as were designers Joshua Logan and Pierre Cardin, author Jacqueline Susann, artist Andy Warhol, financier Michael Milken and magician David Copperfield.

Venus in Leo includes superstar performers Whitney Houston, Madonna, Michael Jackson and Paula Abdul. With Venus in Leo, Amy Fisher, Xaviera Hollander, John Holmes, Jessica Hahn and Pamela Anderson have achieved fame through sex. Yet, the higher side of Venus in Leo love is found in the charts of the Dalai Lama, Mother Teresa and Mary Baker Eddy.

 

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Daily Planet Tracker: Venus in Cancer, Now Until June 5

 

Planet Tracker

Venus in Cancer

Now Until Jun 5, 2015

Venus is a planet of sensitivity and affection. Its entry into the sign of Cancer marks a period of potentially greater intimacy and relationship-building for those willing to feel their deepest needs and share them with others. Venus in Cancer reminds us that love is a great nurturing force, one that binds relationships by the care that we give to one another.

We’re all likely to be more aware of the level of approval and acceptance we’re receiving now. This can enrich our connections with others as subtle patterns of emotional give and take become more apparent. However, it’s also possible that objectivity may suffer as vulnerability and uncertainty surface.

Venus in Cancer has a purity of feeling that puts us in touch with primal needs. Patterns of early childhood may become more evident for those able to step back and see themselves clearly. Others, though, may descend into infantile habits of petulance, withdrawal and denial of self-responsibility. The trick is to reach back in time to see the stream of development that has brought you to this point in your relationships without staying in the past. Cancer, at its best, connects the past with the present.

Water signs, like Cancer, work more from instinct than intellect. Verbal communication, then, may not be sufficiently expressive to match feelings. Venus in Cancer is a time when love and relationships move far beyond words. This is a period in which subtle signals count a great deal. Be alert to what is not being said, if you want to deepen your understanding of those close to you.

Cancer can be a highly nationalistic sign, so it’s no surprise that leaders like Fidel Castro, Yasser Arafat, Menachem Begin and the elder George Bush were all born with Venus here.

Tipper Gore, another person in this category, reflects the protective maternal instincts of Venus in Cancer. Actors need to be able to share their feelings to effectively ply their craft. Ben Affleck, Dustin Hoffman and the incomparable Meryl Streep were all born with Venus in Cancer. Other members of this group include singers Stevie Nicks and Jerry Garcia, comic Steve Martin and Camilla Parker Bowles.

 

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Your Planet Tracker for Today: Venus in Gemini, Now to May 7, 2015

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Planet Tracker

Venus in Gemini

Now to May 7, 2015

 

The beauty of Venus entering Gemini is that the winds of attraction may blow in many directions. New perspectives on love become more possible. This is, ideally, a time to discuss relationships with the clarity and openness for which Gemini is known. This air sign supports the objectivity needed to see complex issues of partnership without emotional distortion.

Venus in Gemini places value on words and communication of all kinds. Attraction to gadgets, books, classes and learning tools may be greater than usual now. Depth is not the strong point here. Both Venus and Gemini can be dilettantes, flitting from one thing to another with barely a moment’s rest. Lovely Venus in this butterfly sign may be a bit flirtatious. Understand that we all need diversions. Enjoy the playfulness possible now, just don’t take it seriously. It’s a time of tasting, rather than testing.

The great gift of this period is a willingness to set aside old rules about what you like and dislike. Life is a great cornucopia of flavors, meant to awaken as much as to comfort. You can use this time to drop some of your social and aesthetic rules. Beauty, pleasure and personal values, you may discover, come in an infinite variety of shapes, colors and sizes.

Unsurprisingly, Venus in Gemini shows up in the birth charts of a wide variety of individuals. There are beauties Naomi Campbell, Uma Thurman, Brooke Shields and Candace Bergen and funny folks Bill Cosby, Joan Rivers, Dudley Moore and Ringo Starr. There are singers ranging from the religious Cat Stevens and Roger McGuinn to socially conscious Bono and style conscious Cher.

Healers Benjamin Spock and Elisabeth Kubler-Ross were born with Venus in Gemini, as was “hurter” Mike Tyson. Artist Frida Kahlo, poet Gary Snyder and designer Georgio Armani add style to this group. Actors Harrison Ford, Al Pacino and Omar Sharif were also born with Venus in Gemini, as were newsman Edward R. Murrow, Virgin tycoon Richard Branson and both Jacqueline and John F. Kennedy.

 

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