Scorpio The Phoenix (Oct. 23-Nov. 20)
This is a critical point in your relationship(s). You are so very prone to re-enact old scenarios now that it would be hard to resist. Your feelings are hurt, yes. But how much of this is about your ego and how much is about real love? If you are being mistreated, by all means leave the scene. But if this is an ego fuss, give it some space, time and keep your mouth shut.
For All Signs: Venus, goddess of love, is retrograding. Give careful thought to your values and don't misplace your love energy; the priority in relationship to others is to love oneself deeply enough to make well-considered choices. Though Venus goes direct on Nov. 18, she will not be back to her starting position until Dec. 20. So essentially from now until the end of this year, we are all advised to pay attention to how and to whom we relate — with one ear listening to the truth of the heart. Do not be concerned about whether someone loves you at this time. Focus attention instead on how you feel within a given relationship. This week in particular is one in which confrontations with the self or the Other will occur easily. Use good judgment. Don't try to shadowbox with the past unless it is recreating itself in the present.
Aries: It is possible you will be feeling angry and disappointed over a situation with a loved one. No matter how much you want someone to listen to you, sometimes they just have to do what they will. You need some space and time to allow healing between you. Don't force a conclusion now.
Taurus: You and partner may be giving up on the relationship. Someone is coming onto the scene that can help you bring some rationality to the situation. Perhaps it is a counselor or someone acting in that role. You are the one who can accept help first. Do so and then perhaps later your partner may join you.
Gemini: About this time every year you are "called" to clean up your daily health routines and tighten your determination to develop better organization in your life. Whatever practices you adopt toward these ends will have a booster start this week and will cause you to feel really good about yourself.
Cancer: You may lie awake on this full moon week. You are attempting to bridge the past to the present and project into the future. Do you hold tightly to "how things have always been" in your life, or do you take a risk and go for change? Let yourself think creatively in the direction of expansion.
Leo: Your attention shifts toward home, hearth and family as it often does at this time of year. You may have a strong need to clean out debris, get out in the yard, and generally make things ready for winter. This will require three or four weeks, after which you will shift to the holiday preparations. It is your natural solar rhythm.
Virgo: Your life tempo is accelerating as it always does in the fall. You probably feel the need to pay closer attention to your neighborhood and the casual relationships in your life. Activities in the love, romance and social life areas are positive. You likely will encounter someone from your "past" this week.
Libra: There may be errors in your thinking concerning your financial expenditures, taxes, investments or other accounts. This is a good time to review. If you know you have been confused, don't just hope that you were right. Seek the assistance of someone knowledgeable in the fields of finance. Hesitate a long time before you buy.
Sagittarius: Your physical cycle is definitely in sync now. It's a good time to run a 5K (assuming you are prepared.). You may feel like such a live wire that the full moon this week will keep you awake at night. Lay off the caffeine. You definitely do not need it.
Capricorn: Your reputation follows you around. This time you are invited to participate in a group or a social organization with a worthy cause. Do an inner check to determine your level of emotional energy. Are you in a place in which you have extra, in order to give? This, then, is your opportunity.
Aquarius: Your attitude about yourself is not altogether accurate right now. You may think way too much of your ideas, or alternately, you may see yourself as lower than scum. Neither one is accurate and you should probably not make decisions of any importance this week. Spiritual pursuits are given a "go" signal.
Pisces: Make a special effort to keep up with keys, tickets and other small items. Your feelings are easily injured right now. On the other hand, you may be the offender, hurting someone else. Try to stay on the planet and think carefully before you speak. If you have been "hurt," give it some time before you draw a conclusion.
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