Hi there, we are all feeling the pressure as Mercury retrograde's in the sign of Scorpio. In a sense, this retrograde reconnects us to a soul desire but before that a lot of pressure is felt on a lot of people. The energy right now can be seen as chaotic; true light, essence and identity of someone or something is finally uncovered, and you may not like what you see..
Cancer’s, Leo’s and Gemini’s are most affected in this month of November, these 3 signs have accomplished lot’s of growth with equal parts challenge rippling throughout. Growth is uncomfortable but it is essential. That’s why the beginning of this month can be very emotionally disruptive, disconnecting in a way; we’re yet to see what destination this road leads to. Don’t use this time to set of into a new adventure, now is the time for progress in existing journey’s.
We also are in the early stages of Venus in Sagittarius which moves more towards love as friendship, it's a lot less personal in life right now. Regardless; questions such as what do I contribute come up now in many interesting ways. Lovers and romance can be very humbling in this time, we see ourselves more clearly in the eye’s of others. Any resistance is stripped away, so that only the truth remains. It’s a good feeling and all that is left is the essentials.. Now, we can really get to work. This morning, the First Quarter Moon is exact with the Sun in Scorpio square the Moon in Aquarius. There is a crisis theme surrounding any quarter Moon phase, as we feel compelled to take action. There can be some trial and error or tension to manage, although it can also help motivate us to make a move - the one we’ve been deliberating on. Whatever project or initiative that we started around the New Moon is now off the ground, and it may face its first obstacles. A Taurus full Moon coming through on November 12/13th, looking strongly at foundations. If they are sturdy, everything only get’s stronger. If it’s wobbly, why are you in it? If that’s no longer part of the path you’ve set for yourself, it’s time to blow it up and walk away. What is coming is better than what is gone!!
Trust me, December is next up and it set’s the mood for 2020, it will get really serious as Capricorn and Saturn feature heavily in the night sky almost all year round. Don’t take any resentment with you into the next decade, life in 2020 should be all about the present, the future and what’s worthy to you.
May your cup runneth over..
With love,
Srna
Aries: March 21 - April 19
This week, you’ll experience the good and bad of Mars sitting in your opposite sign Libra, Aries. Let’s just say your emotions can be stirred up in this time and close relationships can feel the restriction of your need for freedom. One thing you’ll definitely feel is ambitious, it always comes natural to you but right now you’re zeroing in on something. More so than usual, you’re looking for a way to connect, interact and charm. Basically, Mars wants you to dig up the problems that prevent you from one on one relationships, you need to deal with things and move on. Tensions and triggers happen when you force a matter, it’s not about getting your ‘own way’ - although you can feel a degree of temptation to manipulate a situation right now to ease your pain. With Mars and Pluto in a square aspect, it’s better to front up to any long held resentments, this way you can finally see what or who you’ve been holding onto. It’s just trial and error and even though you crave a sense of control, for now you need to know that having none is actually where the magic resides.
Taurus: April 20 - May 20
Time for your best behaviour, Taurus. We all are dealing with the Mars- Pluto square and for you it turns something into an obsession. You are in fear of change and therefore dwelling on some certain area’s of a relationship. If difficult topics arise now, don’t dig your heels in and lean on your stubbornness. It will only prolong the uncomfortability in the air and honestly it might not even be the thing that’s really bothering you. In this time, something can come to side swipe you so make sure you’re firm on long held objectives. If you fall for anything, you stand for everything and only drain energy. The good thing with Mars pushing you along is that you want to solve and fix things. You are happy to look at the problem areas and working on that ‘self to do’ list - it’s about falling into reality, not out of it! Take a deep breath and push through, it’s all part of the process and to be fair, we’re all going through it in a myriad of different ways. The Moon enters your career and profession sector for the next few days making you more aware of information you can use to your benefit. What are you projecting onto society about your career? People only see what you want them too.
Gemini: May 21 - June 20
It’s not the time to escape reality, Gemini. When you listen, learn and bond you are your best self. With Venus and Uranus dancing together, there can be a sense of compromise in all that you do. Right now, connection to those around you is sincere and open - you grow as your vision broadens and it’s much to do with Venus moving through your partnership sector. Relationships seem to be the highlight as work life remains mundane and potentially, uninspiring. Your usual routine isn’t cutting it as you warm up to those closest relationships around you. Something in you has come alive and it’s expanding your every day experiences, when you are relatable; everything moves freely. In the same sense, you begin to see where you’re too ‘attached’ for your own good. The Mars- Pluto aspect today influences productive energy, you’re actually stimulated by what’s not going your way, this undoubtedly plants some resistance but you’re easy to adjust expectations. Focus on the vision with the best decision for you, not anyone else.
Cancer: June 21 - July 22
A spike in energy levels has you feeling very good, Cancer. You’re active in a matter and it relates to something quite personal; family, home and children. Mars is transiting your 4th house in the next few days accentuating great comfort and great sadness. It is to be approached with deep acceptance for who you are and how you came to be. The 4th house is Cancer’s ruler, so this week can be doubly gratifying, this house rules all foundations, traditions and family origins. There can be a sense that thing’s past are irreversible and you truly feel the demand of that on a soul level. If someone is resisting you or stunned in your way, use your maternal touch to manage it. Life has no script and right now you can learn a lot about yourself and your attachments. Many people seem to be using ego energy to spoil your mood, so it’s best to identify this and walk away. Resolving the people’s issues is not your job, believe it or not. Don’t let tensions rise if things don’t go as expected either, we’re all dealing with this Mercury retrograde in Scorpio and being your sister sign, you are one of the sign’s that will get let of a lot lighter (than earth or fire signs) in the coming few weeks.
Leo: July 23 - August 22
Feelings bump up another level, Leo. Whenever you open your heart, you strengthen yourself and other’s. This is coupled with the fact that you have the Moon sitting in your partnership sector over the next few days making you aware of the support around you. You rise above insecurities right now and accept vulnerabilities, you are the best self when you are warm & inviting. In many way’s there is a new depth to your life and it’s because of self care practices you have put in place. With the Mars- Pluto aspect that is strongly felt today, watch out for frustration that happens only if you hold onto certain beliefs too tightly. You are more passionate about your personal interests and therefore communications can go a little far - aim to gain perspective & not fray emotions and nerves. This transit can be challenging as it places things out of proportion; detach yourself from pre conceived ideas that your method is the best. Venus in Sagittarius makes play and children important for the next few weeks, you may not want to budge on a idea or value - but try to see it from another point of view. Self confidence opens you up to future potential love! Make a move; something new is on the horizon.
Virgo: August 23 - September 22
You hold onto the small things Virgo, and this stimulates your need for privacy. Right now, with Venus in your home & family sector, your focus is on harmony, bonding and planning ahead. This energy makes any change of plans rather disruptive for your inner energy - compelling as they may be. You are right where you need to be. When you gain deeper insights into the intricately woven family dynamics, you better understand your feelings & affections. Mars transits your second house building resources and handing out projects left, right and centre. Ah, just when you thought you had time to relax. Nothing you can’t handle, your desire for life matches your confidence; you feel strong in your approach. Watch our for some annoying squabbles over finance, cash will clash with someone in your life and if resentments emerge, don’t push for answers. Use the energy constructively where possible or you’ll hear answers you don’t want too. Whatever problematic attachments you have to money can improve if you maintain plans and keep your wits about you.
Libra: September 23 - October 22
Life feels warm and romantic, Libra and that could very well be thanks to the Moon in your romance sector. There is a stronger sense of favourable happenings and you find it easy to meaningfully connect and mean what you say. Over the last few months, you have teamed up with special people and now as you look around you sense the strong support in your life. Mars sits in your sign and challenges you to keep pursuing your dreams & desires, no one else can do it for you. Avoid manipulative tactics, especially your own that undermine you just before you’re about to get it! It’s about alleviating pressure, not dwelling. The Mars-Pluto aspect today is strong and can make you a little impatient, showing off your difficult side that misdirects anger. If you face residence in creative self expression, stand back and start again. When you are so hard on yourself the miserable energy follows you around and resentments build to unhealthy levels. Maintain a sense of proportion to every thing going on and don’t cry over spilt milk. Attempting to gain control only leads to fruitless endeavours, go with the erratic energy and see what it can stimulate inside of you.
Scorpio: October 23 - November 21
You are passionate about life, Scorpio. The Moon sits in your 4th house and brings strong attention to personal life and the support system you keep. Your soul will benefit from self care and time out now, that is because Mars sits in your privacy sector. Clear the deck, new beginning emerge motivating you greatly. So much has happened and so much more is happening, nothing is getting in your way this week and most of this month. Mars square Pluto later today is intense energy that helps get things done. Be careful not to exhaust yourself - key word is balance. Throughout November, Saturn is empowering you and turning imaginations into reality. Day to day is important to stay focused for what you want to cultivate because right now you’ve got strong manifestation skills, with so much backing from the universe. Mercury retrograde in Scorpio means you’ve got to take things step by step; poor timing can screw up all the progress. Also, be aware of any unresolved tensions as this can decide the mood for you, being kind to yourself may mean not letting a matter go - do your best to ease and settle your mind.
Sagittarius: November 22 - December 21
Super focused on the fire burning within, Sagittarius. The Moon spends a few days in your communications sector tuning you into the subtleties of life. Your attention is on negotiating, connecting and studying. Mars today, sits in your 11th house and brings friends together. You are active in helping someone out but lines can be blurry over boundaries and ownership. Don’t hurry into anything, navigate through your heart. Apply your strengths to everything but try not to hold onto things so rigidly, that is the challenge with this Mars & Pluto aspect. Health and wellbeing is highlighted in the month of November; so is love, as you have Venus in Sagittarius making things fiery in intimacy and empowering too. Take the time in November to sit still with what you’ve been through - many accomplishments yet many obstacles navigated too. You have Uranus transiting in a chaotic way consider that any anger or frustration that emerges can point you in the right direction as to what needs healing and resolution. You thrive when you limit power games and other forms of manipulation, this process also helps to understand why other’s may be acting out.
Capricorn: December 22 - January 19
Flow around the problem areas, Capricorn. An epiphany of sorts related to romance or private matters is likely to occur this week and you find it easier to focus you attention on what truly matters. Mars also transits your 10th house making you active, driven and very priority orientated. You find it easy to let go of issues where progress is not seen, however the more you push something, the more problems can arise. If you look closely at emerging feelings you’ll see anything you’re overly attached too, perhaps other things require attention. Time to navigate around whatever disharmony presents itself and focus on the uplifting. Feeling in the zone with what’s right for you regardless of obstacles, in November you are compelled to take action. The more you own your sensitivity, the better life gets as you learn to remain vulnerable; harmonious energy creates better self expression. The trick to handling this powerful energy around us is to remain flexible and keep strategies in place, what worked once can work again. Pluto & Saturn in Capricorn give you plenty of support.
Aquarius: January 20 - February 18
There is healing power in your words, Aquarius. The fire energy in the cosmos makes you appreciate and accept what you’ve got going on right now. With such warm feelings towards the company you keep you can find yourself doing the right thing, more often. The Mercury retrograde energy put's you under a spell, everything revolves around your work for this moment - it’s the epicentre of your energy. That’s thanks to Mars in your 9th house fuelling your enthusiasm and insisting you pursue the challenge. The Moon sits in Aquarius all day today focusing on outward contribution. Watch for adamantly doing things our own way when another’s could be just as good, this can cause strain in a relationship where you just don’t need added pressure. Make things easy for yourself by adjusting perspective and letting things go. Focus on who and how you can help, community is essential in these next weeks. It takes a village, you don’t have to go it alone.
Pisces: February 19 - March 20
New ideas come up, Pisces. Mars sits in your intimacy sector and you begin to strategise, observe and investigate into some of those deeper feelings you’ve been having. Instead of feeling out of control in the emotional realm that is so easily felt by you when unbalanced, you hold a real sense of emotional confidence and intelligence in this moment. A sense of power is buried deep inside, making you more charming than usual. There can be some issues with commitment and frustrations as Mars approaches a square to Pluto. Basically, this brings up anger and you dwell on issues, magnifying things if you’re not careful. You need to know where to channel this energy and where to avoid unnecessary stress & pressure, be collaborative. It’s not the time to go it alone. You need to be open to saying ‘yes’ the moment magic appears, jump and the net will appear. You feel you’ve grown spiritually, emotionally - hopefully not making the same mistakes as before. Mercury retrograde signifies chatting excessively; don’t say things you regret. Don’t focus on past; today you make decisions that create the future.