Sagittarius The Archer (Nov. 22-Dec. 20)
Mercury has been traveling in your sign since early November. It has caused you to reflect deeply on your next direction. Now that the planet is turning direct, you feel more capable of making decisions and moving forward. You’ll be cautious at first, but your moves will pick up steam soon.
For All Signs: Mercury, the planetary ruler of communications, day-to-day business, errands and schedules, turned direct on Dec. 13. Be prepared for a flurry of calendar changes and double-check messages. Ideas or plans that were generated during the past four weeks are likely to undergo revision or may be scrapped altogether. As Mercury changes direction, we often experience a change in attitude or perspective due to the discovery of fresh information or new input.
Aries: It may be difficult to find common ground with partners, authorities or significant others in your life during this period. You have a desire to express yourself and the “other” seems to be recalcitrant. Don’t turn this into a power play or a long-term resentment. That will not be good for your health. Tone down your anger a notch or two and say your piece. Then let it go.
Taurus: Give special attention to new information that comes across your radar this week. It may become an answer to a prayer (spoken or not). You are hearing two voices on the inside. One is dark and pessimistic. The other is bright, high with expectations and expansive. Your position is to find the balance between both. Things are rarely black and white.
Gemini: As Mercury turns direct, you and Significant Other may come to agreement on an issue that has been plaguing you for several weeks. Perhaps it is the Other whose path has been hesitant, but now you can see forward motion. If there has been a change in status between you recently, that situation will probably reverse itself.
Cancer: This is a period in which you should give yourself every opportunity to be out and about in the social world. New people who come into your life at this time may become teachers or guides on your next path. New and more favorable circumstances may develop among your coworkers or at your place of business.
Leo: You are in a favorable position at this time. You can see the big picture. Realism and your idealism are offering you the opportunity to understand and pursue both. This is a symbol of the artist who brings beauty and practicality together. It may also represent a thoroughly balanced relationship.
Virgo: This is a time of dramatically challenging work. You are struggling with your semi-conscious expectation of failure. Don’t let it beat you down. You are so much stronger than you know. The fear may have manifested an opponent in the outer world. But the true war is on the inside. Don’t buy into the Critics’ point of view. It/he/she is an archaic figment of your past.
Libra: This is a week of “nose to the grindstone.” You are in a serious frame of mind and feel a strong need to get things accomplished that began earlier in the year. At this point, if you are to accomplish the task, you must pour on considerable energy and resources. It is a creation with its own spirit, so allow it to grow in the way it “wants” to evolve.
Scorpio: There are times that you have a sharp tongue, and this week you may be wanting to lash out quickly. Be careful of where you aim that weapon. Authority figures, older people and teachers may not be forgiving. Give attention to vehicle complaints. You may have big car trouble if you don’t.
Capricorn: Necessary expenses (those not of the “fun” type) may develop this week. If not that, you could be just having a little blue mood. It is one of those times when we operate better in solitude. This is an existential dilemma that everyone encounters now and then. It will pass quickly.
Aquarius: You may be feeling lonely or somehow distant from those around you during this period. Your partner, clientele and significant others seem to be focused on themselves without consideration for your needs. The cosmic design suggests this is a time for you to be your own best friend right now. Though you are tempted to spend money, you will gain more fulfillment by pursuing your spiritual discipline.
Pisces: Warning to those on diet and exercise programs: This week it is just too easy to break training. If you mean what you’ve promised to yourself, don’t go anywhere in which you would be in harm’s way. It is a time in which you feel more outgoing and extroverted. Social life is a pleasure. Do take some time for yourself. Contemplation is likely to be enlightening.
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This article appears in Dec 13-19, 2011.
