Scorpio
The Phoenix: (Oct. 23 — Nov. 20)
If you sense a desire to take over any situation, use caution. It may not be in your best interest. Mars, the warrior planet, enters your sign this week and will be traveling with you until Dec. 4. This energy is best used to handle physically heavy projects or take challenging initiatives
For All Signs: We experience inflation, then recession, followed by inflation once again — a never-ending cyclic wheel in our socioeconomic system and our psyches. These two extremes are represented in the sky by Jupiter, planet of optimism, and Saturn, planet of limitations. In their orbits of the Sun they periodically move into an angular relationship of tension which is reflected in our world by a pessimistic slump as we have at present. We become entrapped into believing that maybe this time the economy won’t pull out. The good news is that this aspect, which began in October of ’05, will be complete as of this month. It will require several months, but we will recover from this slump, too.
Aries: You have a burst of energy this week. You will need to be doing things that are very active. The new projects begun at this time may include a significant other or a partner in the task. Beware of your strong ego needs during this period and don’t allow them to press you into overpowering the other.
Taurus: You have a desire to break loose of routine now. You may be more forward and inventive than is your norm in personal relationships. Unusual twists may develop concerning artistic interests. For those technically inclined, new high tech equipment or software enters your field of vision.
Gemini: You may be dwelling on heavy thoughts at this time. Be aware that there is an aspect in the sky that draws you toward the dark place. You do not have to go there. Focus your attention instead upon a mental project that requires concentration and intense focus.
Cancer: There is something serious happening among your family members or in your home. It is time to strip things to ground level, clean out the gravel, and see what is really at the foundation. (Read this as literal, or it may be figurative.) The process can be painful, but you will know what you have and then you can build on solid firmament.
Leo: You have more energy than you know how to manage this week. Use caution when driving because your accelerator foot is probably a bit heavy. Pour that muscle into making improvements in your environment and the neighborhood. Beware of your tendency to overwhelm others now.
Virgo: Beware of the tendency to obsess over matters that may never happen. You are tempted to see the world through a dark lens this week and you may think that is the true version. The pessimistic view is probably extreme. If there is something you can actually do to make things better, then hop on it.
Libra: You may be pouring on the muscle to finish a physical project quickly. You have some new and perhaps unusual ideas. You want to make improvements of beauty in your normal interior environment, your car, or in the local neighborhood. Others are encouraging.
Sagittarius: The big picture suggests you feel restless and want to move forward. But you are uncertain just which direction to turn. Maybe you know what you want to do, but practical matters are in your way. By December the weight of this fog and murk will lift and you can begin to progress.
Capricorn: Use caution in business matters. You are unclear about the next move. Though anxious to move forward, this is not a good time to make far-reaching decisions. Be patient and wait until you feel more certain. It is a good time to collect more data and research the possibilities.
Aquarius: Circumstances in your relationship or concerning a significant other are shaky right now. You want to have a positive attitude but you have cause for concern. Your usual approach is to seek more information and research for answers. This is stabilizing for you.
Pisces: This is clearly time to curb your appetites and pay close attention to the credit cards. Travel is appealing, but you likely will encounter practical or even emotional challenges to that idea. This is a good time to focus attention on writing, communicating, or studying.
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This article appears in Oct 18-24, 2006.
