Throughout the month Mars opposes Jupiter, so this need to balance an adventurous and courageous spirit with moderation will dominate for many. This is a risk-taking combination but if this is balanced with a cool head then many obstacles can be overcome, a sense of achievement will triumph over fear, and much progress can be made in those areas of life where you may have been holding back. However, since Mars and Jupiter both think they’re the bees knees, there will be a tendency for some people to be carried away by their own self importance and act in self serving ways. Fortunately Chiron and Neptune are on hand to balance out the selfish energies with compassion and consideration for all, but it will still pay to be alert to any signs of being swept along in emotional dramas.
But not even Jupiter and Mars can hog the cosmic limelight for long due to an amazing kite configuration which just happens to be spearheaded by the full moon. This hugely powerful event takes place on the 20th and holds the potential for great success and big shifts. The areas in which the transformation is likely to occur will be denoted by the full moon in Scorpio. For each sign, this will represent a particular area of life so do check your sun sign forecast for some inclination as to how this big celestial event will affect you. But no matter what sign you are, your chances of success and achievement are greatly increased through perseverance, self empowerment and a willingness to take personal responsibility. So no feeling like a victim please, as this will mean the powerful energies will pass you by. Have faith in yourself and your own abilities to do whatever it is that you want or need to do. These powerful energies are seeking to remind us that we should rely less on experts (especially when they contradict each other) and more on our own sense of what is right and good for us. So trust yourself, listen to your intuitive voice and recognise that you have the power to move mountains if need be.
The month ends as it began with Jupiter and Mars at loggerheads, but this time Venus is trying to intervene, reminding us to balance our own selfish desires with consideration for the needs of others. This is a configuration that could see many dramas coming out to play in relationships and it’s as well to remember that if your relationship falls short of your ideal, that this is actually quite normal. No one has a perfect relationship, and if things are good enough most of the time, then the chances are that many of the perceived failings are being exaggerated. Fortunately, Neptune’s helpful link to Venus suggests that there is a way out of any relationship angst, and that is to love the other person exactly as they are without trying to change them. Focussing on what is good about the other person along with the strengths of the union will help put any grievances in their place. However, genuine problems can be worked through and transformed now with a generous dose of unconditional love and acceptance and an appreciation that anything worth its salt takes time to cultivate. Don’t be hasty this month. Look for long term solutions and allow patience to infuse your tricky situations. Have the courage to venture out of your comfort zone but do so knowing that you might experience one or two teething problems – you don’t have to get it right first time. Be gentle and loving with yourself and encourage yourself and others as you would a child taking its first steps towards unknown adventures.
Weekly Forecasts: April 2008
Aries
April 1-7
The month begins with a new moon in your sign on the 6th which bodes well for all new ventures and for creating a fresh start in your life. In fact, ‘abundant new beginnings’ could be your key phrase. You may though, be called to balance your own needs and desires with those of people around you - especially family members - whilst Jupiter is urging you on to bigger and better things. It could be easy therefore to forge ahead with your own interests forgetting about the needs of others or your domestic duties. Try and find an outcome where everyone wins but if push comes to shove it does look as though you need to give priority to whatever matters most to you right now. And if that’s fulfilling more of your purpose and less of what others expect you to be, then so be it. If you can determine what your priorities are, then this week will become less of a stress and more of an inspiration.
April 8-14
With the Sun and Mercury in your sign, it’s time to think about what you want. It may even be time to manifest a new vision in your life and with Saturn and Pluto forming a helpful link, your passage to success will be granted through discipline, self belief and the ability to make decisions when necessary. If you’re prepared to put the work in and be clear about where you want to be going, you could find yourself reaching successful peaks sooner than you thought possible. But it’s not all about fulfilling dreams and working towards success and achievement; Venus in your sign seeks to remind you that this is your special time of the year when you can be forgiven for taking time out to nurture yourself and revel in your beauty and sensuality. So this is an ideal time for having a massage, a new hairstyle, a serious shopping expedition or any ritual that makes you feel happy to be in you own skin. Simple pleasures like candle-lit baths or special time with your lover can be more meaningful and restorative than spending money, so play around with ideas and see what works for you. Either way, this is an ideal time for socialising, being romantic and enjoying quality time with yourself.
April 15-21
The focus turns to money and abundance as a powerful full moon in Scorpio on the 20th points the way forward financially speaking, and urges you to trust your intuition in all dealings of a material or monetary nature. This week could also see you experiencing a breakthrough, quite possibly in the areas of finances – your own or shared - and with Saturn and Pluto getting in on the act you’re actually in a much more powerful position than you might think. So there could certainly be a victory this week and financially at least, you look like you’re going from strength to strength. If you face any challenges the keys to getting through them involve, discipline, organisation, responsible actions and a belief in your own power.
April 22-30
Instead of going over the top emotionally this week and becoming dragged into dramas, channel your energies into either getting things done around the home or in furthering your direction in life. If things aren’t working exactly as you’d like, be inventive and see if you can make the most of whatever life has given you. Be adventurous in your choices and push beyond your comfort zone. By stretching yourself you will successfully release any frustrated energies that have been building up within you. In fact, the current planetary alignments are asking you to go beyond your limits so be courageous, work hard, play hard and make sure you have some quality time to rest and recuperate. Playing it safe is not really an option this week so prepare to be bold and take a big leap forward.
Taurus
April 1-7
The first week in April is a good time to go within and contemplate what - if anything - you need to let go of. This is a good time to tie up loose ends and to bring things to a close in preparation of new beginnings. It is the ideal time to make plans behind the scenes, so think about where you’d like to be in a few months time and start working on it now. The new moon in your reflective zone suggests that any answers or guidance that you seek may be found in dreams, quiet time alone, journal writing or through self awareness tools such as tarot cards and astrology. If you have recently been feeling a bit empty or fed up, it’s maybe time for a change and that change could well involve you deciding to express more of your skills and talents. Don’t hide your light under a bushel is the message for this week.
April 8-14
There is much to celebrate in this world if only we know where to look. Or perhaps it’s more a case of knowing how to look. It’s easy to overlook all the good things in our lives and be blind to the magic and wonder that surrounds us on a daily basis. Partly this is because we are so busy caught up in the dramas of our own lives but also because we’ve forgotten how to be grateful. So gratitude and an appreciation of the magic of life is your aim this week. Take pleasure in simple everyday things: a walk with your partner, playing on the swings with your children, enjoying a lovingly prepared meal, or quality time with your friends. This is not a week for hurrying about trying to achieve x, y and z (in fact, that goes against the Taurean grain in any week!) but it is a week for gentle contemplation. Aim to nourish your soul with simple pleasures and a gentle pace whilst keeping a gratitude journal will help you to see why you have so many reasons to be cheerful.
April 15-21
A spectacular cosmic kite on the 20th along with the Sun moving into your sign simultaneously aligning with the full moon, makes this a very powerful day for you and one in which your focus needs to be on an important relationship. Perhaps another person has the answers you need. Or maybe you need to channel more of your energies into a special partnership. The good news is that your energy levels are on the rise, along with motivation and enthusiasm. This combined with an increasing need to express the truth of who you are and walk a path that feels right for you will enable you to start making changes that lead you in a more positive direction. Be true to yourself, be courageous and adventurous. Seek the less travelled path and join forces with a special person. Try and guard against a bravado attitude and watch that you don’t say something you might later regret. Speak with honesty by all means, but try and consider the feelings of others when you’re spouting forth! Little warnings aside, this week augers the beginning of a new phase when you can free yourself from previously limited or fearful ways of thinking that may have kept you trapped or prevented you moving towards opportunities which have your best interests at heart.
April 22-30
Confidence is a wonderful thing. It makes us believe that we can do pretty much anything and it’s often the difference between winning and losing, success and defeat. Too much confidence however, can trip you up as you begin to believe that you are invincible and as we know, pride comes before a fall. With a rather arrogant clash between Venus, Mars and Jupiter, you need to be very aware of the need to balance confidence with humility. Perhaps you'll be in a position to lead or inspire others. If so, take care that it doesn’t descend into bossing or pushing others around. Or maybe you’ll be in a position where your words have the power to affect others. Again, think carefully about what you’re saying. Or you might act with haste in a desire to free yourself from some limiting situation. Whilst it would certainly be advisable to avoid clinging to the past, it would also be advisable to avoid throwing the baby out with the bathwater. Think carefully before you act this week. If after giving the matter careful consideration it still feels right in your heart, then feel free to move forward with courage and a sense of adventure.
Gemini
April 1-7
How can you participate more? Are you currently sharing your gifts and abilities with others? Are you making a difference? Are you participating fully in this thing called life? If the answer to any of these questions is a regretful no, then take solace in the new moon on the 6th as it will help you look to the future with the growing awareness that you have something precious to offer, and that now is the time to start offering it. So connect more with others, take a chance if it is for the betterment of society and trust more in yourself to be a success. And finally, make a wish under this new moon for a bright, optimistic future in which you’re fulfilling more and more of your true purpose in life.
April 8-14
Your main challenge this week is a most enjoyable one: find something to celebrate. Even if it’s just an excuse to get together with friends for a meal or a trip to somewhere that blows the cobwebs away, you will feel energised and rejuvenated by focussing on and then celebrating the good things that are happening in your world. Your other challenge requires slightly more effort as it requires you to take good care of your body and physical wellbeing. A tense aspect with Mercury, Mars and Jupiter is suggestive of a need to slow down and relax, otherwise you could find yourself too stretched and end up feeling frazzled. Make sure you have time to eat, plenty time for restful sleep and slow down your busy mind by taking deep breaths or a few sips of the Bach Flower remedy, Impatience. You have a choice this week whether you enjoy life or let it get the better of you. Keep on top of things by pacing yourself and not leaving everything until the last minute.
April 15-21
If you have been looking after yourself in the last week or two, then you should sail through the full moon on the 20th. If you haven’t been able to give yourself the care you needed, then this week could see the results. Either way, the focus is on your health and work and one of these areas is ripe for consideration and positive developments. Since this full moon forms the head of the cosmic kite, it is imperative that you find clarity and fulfilment in these areas of your life. If there is any uncertainty or confusion, then turn within for guidance. Pay attention to your dreams and read the symbolism so you can hear the wise messages of your unconscious. Also aim to give yourself and others unconditional love as this is the fastest and most powerful way to heal problems, whether they are physical problems in the body or emotional problems brought on by situations. Let love and laughter be your guides and allow your imagination to produce creative solutions and inspiring new ideas.
April 22-30
If socialising or treating yourself to too many goodies is burning a hole in your pocket then try to focus instead on pleasures which don’t cost so much. Your chart this week shows a tendency towards overspending, but it also offers the answer in the form of simple, ordinary pleasures which might initially lack the glitz and glamour of a whirlwind social life or initially exciting goodies, but which will in fact warm your heart and soul long after the experience is over. Try entertaining at home and ask friends to bring food to share. Bake your own delights instead of buying them. Enjoy the rich messages of your dreams and follow their inspirations. Take time out to be with your loved ones or spend some quality time with a partner remembering what love is all about. Picnics in a beautiful spot are a wonderful way to spend a few hours, especially if shared with delightful company. Your task this week is to curb impulsive spending (and other impulsive desires) and focus instead on creating more meaningful pastimes which nurture your sprit and warm your heart.
Cancer
April 1-7
If new beginnings are what you’re looking for then this is the week to celebrate as a new moon urges you forward – possibly towards an exciting new direction in life. Don’t fear that you’ll lose out, or that you’ll somehow be isolated in your quest. If you just take that first step you might be amazed at how the universe moves in to support you. It’s time to forge ahead in the direction that arouses your passion and excitement, so whether you’ve been feeling the urge to write a book, start a business, initiate a new relationship, go back to college or move to a new property, this is the week to start the ball rolling. Have faith and you won’t go far wrong.
April 8-14
You should hopefully by now be gripped by a passion. Whether it’s a new interest, a new job, a new project or idea, a new relationship or a big commitment, the sky is the limit in terms of your possibilities and your capacity to achieve your goals. What you need to avoid is travelling along the same path in exactly the same old way since the powerful energies that are cursing through your veins right now would have no suitable outlet. Illness or depression, accident or injury, anger or irritability; these are all clues that you may not be fully expressing the creative energies which are seeking expression. So if you haven’t got anything to feel passionate about, go find something quick. And if you have, well, it’s time to forge ahead with it in as big a way as you can manage.
April 15-21
If you want to be truly successful, then try dancing your way forward. A hugely powerful full moon in the creative and playful area of your chart on the 20th may well bring the realisation that work doesn’t have to be hard. In fact, life itself doesn’t have to be hard. We only make it so through our attitudes and perspective. So instead of feeling like you have to struggle, try a more playful light-hearted approach and see if the challenges in your life get a whole lot easier. This full moon is wonderful if you’re trying to move forward in a creative project or if you simply want to enjoy yourself more. Maybe it’s time to pick up a paint brush or join a dance class and let your hair down a bit. Perhaps it’s time to explore your inner world a bit more and get to know yourself better so that you can make better more suitable choices for yourself. Ultimately the powerful planetary activity this week urges you to focus on enjoying whatever you’re doing and to listen to your heart on a more regular basis.
April 22-30
“Anything that doesn’t move falls into decay.” I’m not sure who said this but it is a very important reminder of the importance of keeping moving and changing. This is certainly one time in your life when you should be anything but static. If you’re not moving as you should, you will probably have a few aches and pains, or stiffness in your body. Take this as a sign that you need to move. It doesn’t really matter how or where, just any movement will be good. Dance would be ideal and singing would also get the energies flowing again. Anything sporty or physical from tennis to yoga will help, and anything creative (art, music, drama, photography, writing, etc) will also unblock any stuck energy. And then once your physical energy is moving you might well get some ideas and inspirations about where you’d like to be heading with your life. For those Cancerians who are already charging ahead, hurriedly fulfilling their dreams, the advice would be to take each day as it comes. Develop a moment to moment approach and try not to plan too much or strive too hard. Let your passion and enthusiasm carry you forward and trust that the universe will successfully guide you along the path to your destination. Don’t worry about the how’s, why’s and wherefores, just trust that your needs will be taken care of. All in all, this is a very important month for you when if you have the courage to take a step in the direction that most excites you, somehow you will find yourself being effortlessly guided to where you need to be.
Leo
April 1-7
Adventure is your keyword as the new moon on the 6th falls in the expansive region of your chart, so maybe it’s time to venture into the unknown in some area of your life? Certainly it would seem as though the untrodden path is the one to choose if you’re unsure of the way forward. It could be something as big as plunging into a new job or starting a family, right through to small things such as the willingness to try new things and go somewhere completely different for your holidays. In fact, travel is very well highlighted under this new moon, so if you have itchy feet it would be a good opportunity to go and explore. But it’s just as timely to explore in an intellectual or spiritual way, perhaps learning something new or adopting a new philosophy. Even experimenting with a new diet or exercise routine could be very beneficial right now. It doesn’t really matter what you do so long as there’s an element of the unknown about it. As Ralph Waldo Emerson once said, ‘all life is an experiment.’ Perhaps this is your time to just try it and see.
April 8-14
Last week I urged you to experiment and be adventurous, this week it’s all about possibilities and enjoying life. It doesn’t get much better than this so instead of focussing on what’s missing from your world, take a look at all that you do have and how much more you could have if you followed your heart and took the occasional risk. Leo is a passionate, sensual and glamorous sign, so if you’ve lost touch with that side of yourself make the effort to rekindle the playful, pleasure loving pussycat that lies within. Take yourself off on an enjoyable trip. Add some spice and variety to your days. If it’s all become a bit humdrum, shake things up a bit. Try eating at a new restaurant, take a different route to work, go for a drink with someone new. Try a fun day at the beach or visit a theme park and try some of the rides. Get the wind flowing through your hair again. Seek out exhilarating pastimes. Then when you come back down to earth you’ll have so much more energy for dealing with the mundane side of life like finances and work. Incidentally, these are two areas of your life that are ripe for big positive developments but it would be a mistake to focus all your energies on the material side of life. So if there’s one thing you must remember to do this week, it would be to have fun and do something exhilarating.
April 15-21
This week’s powerful full moon brings a breakthrough in something that matters very much to you. Perhaps you have been feeling that so much depends on you being able to have this desire fulfilled or the problem solved, and this could be the week when you finally turn a corner. Family matters and your domestic situation are the areas most likely to benefit from this powerful full moon so if there’s something close to home or close to your heart that you’ve been hoping for, then get ready to celebrate. Other areas ripe for development include your financial and working life, your health and your direction in life. However, everything does seem to point to life within your own four walls and towards that which matters so very deeply to you. If you have confusing choices ,or if you feel uncomfortable or uncertain about anything, then listen to your inner voice and trust your vibes. Before long the confusion will give way to an inner knowing, and this is what you must trust.
April 22-30
This is a good week to make progress especially in the areas of business and money. With the Sun at the highest point in your chart, now is the time to forge ahead, get yourself noticed and make yourself indispensable. Leos love recognition and applause anyway, so being appreciated for a job well done will go a long way with you. This is the time of the year when it’s easier for you to be successful and to achieve your goals and ambitions, so perfect for focussing on your professional life and any aims or projects that you you’d like to progress with. Watch out through for a tendency to overreact, especially with work colleagues or anyone providing a service to you. It could be anger that is coming from somewhere else, so if it feels disproportionate to the trigger be prepared to apologise and then seek the true cause of your wrath. Chances are, it will have its roots way back in an event from your past. With that in mind, try to avoid passing judgments on others, knowing that it may be something in yourself that you’re not happy about. Leos have high standards but try this week to go easier on yourself and others. Instead of needing things to be perfect, try settling for good enough and you might find that whatever you’re doing becomes so much more enjoyable.
Virgo
April 1-7
The new moon on the 6th asks in what way can you be more of yourself? From doing more of what you love to expressing more of your skills and talents this is the week to not remain content with the status quo. It may be that you experience some event which feels like a rebirth or transformation and this could set you off in a new way of thinking, or it could bring about decisions that will lead you to more fulfilment. If it’s time to let go of something which no longer works for you – an outdated attitude or a stagnant situation perhaps – then do so knowing that you are in a very powerful position to create new beginnings in your life. The planets are urging you to change, so change you must.
April 8-14
Are you living a creative life? By this I don’t necessarily mean are you singing, dancing, writing and painting, although if you do have any such talents now would be a very good time to really express them. What I actually mean by living a creative life is living a life that feels alive and ever changing – the opposite of a stagnant life. Saturn in your sign has come around for a once in a 30 year visit, so you know that his arrival is meaningful. His presence in your sign is to do a serious stock take and he urges you to be brutally honest about some changes that you know you need to make. Such changes aren’t without risk, but that’s what creative living is all about. It’s about coming from the heart in everything you do so that every choice is filled with passion and happiness. So ponder the question of how you can live more creatively; it might well be signing up for an art class or a creative writing course, but it could also mean ditching the dead end job that pays the bills to setting up your own business. Or it could mean ending a soulless relationship and trusting that you soul mate will appear. Don’t be afraid to make a few choices – large or small – that will liberate your soul.
April 15-21
You can’t please all of the people all of the time, and that is certainly true this week under the powerful full moon on the 20th. You perhaps have some serious decisions to make and the planets are giving you permission to do what feels right and not to do what is expected of you. This may mean disappointing one or two people, but you have to be true to yourself otherwise you will only end up feeling resentful. This full moon urges you to talk and tell people how you’re feeling. If there’s something that’s really important to you, tell people - they might be more understanding than you expect. The time has come to focus on your future and make some empowering decisions that feel right and which create a sense of adventure, excitement and liberation.
April 22-30
There are no guarantees in life but if we want to keep moving, experiencing, growing and changing, then we have to sometimes take a leap into the unknown. If you are wavering now unsure of which path to take, all I can tell you is that the planetary alignments are extremely favourable for you right now and the more you move in the direction that calls to your soul, the more you will be protected. You can stick with the tried and tested and know exactly how things will turn out. Or you can venture into unknown territory and experience all the exhilaration that comes with change and uncertainty. So make the choices that are courageous, adventurous and liberating. However, there is one little word of caution and that is to avoid signing contracts for the next week or so and to be sure that you have understood people properly and are in full possession of the facts. Once you have ticked these boxes you can proceed with confidence.
Libra
April 1-7
The themes for this week are relationships, home and family and your direction in life. And as the new moon occurs in your partnership house on the 6th you could be forgiven for focussing rather too much of your energy on your love life, as this is where you are in prime position for manifesting positive changes. This is an ideal time to put any problems behind you and focus on the future. Communicate how you feel, share your thoughts, fears and hopes and you might be pleasantly surprised at the response you get. This is also an ideal time for making a new commitment and taking a step forward with someone special in your life.
April 8-14
New beginnings are your theme for the week ahead as Mars reaches the highest point in your chart. This is not the time for resting on your laurels or hiding your light under a bushel – this is the time to get out there and show the world what you’re made of. It’s also as well to keep reminding yourself that you are the master of your own destiny so don’t wait for opportunities to come to you, make it your mission to create your own openings. This is also the time when other people will be extremely helpful towards you so don’t be afraid to ask for help. Joining forces with others – especially partnerships and business relationships - would be extremely favourable now, so maybe this would be a good time to look at combining your skills and talents with other people’s and make a more invincible combination. But that’s not to say that you can’t forge ahead in your own way too, but just that you have a choice. Also looking favourable is your personal life as Venus blesses your love life with her presence. This would be an ideal time to spend some quality time with your partner or if single, to meet someone new. But whether you’re with a special someone or not, this is the week when you should share your love with as many people as you can. A simple smile to a stranger may brighten their day whilst a kind compliment could change a person’s outlook. So the message this week is to look out for new beginnings and bestow your love and benevolence on all you meet.
April 15-21
Do you always put business before pleasure, or pleasure before business? Despite the fact that Libra is a pleasure loving sign, you also work extremely hard and with the full moon in your money zone and Mars in your career and success area, you may be forgiven for thinking that you must work harder and longer. If that’s the path you choose be prepared for stress and fatigue. The world won’t stop if you take your foot off the gas for a while and take some time out to smell the roses. So relax, have fun, take a day off for some impromptu silliness and adventure. Indulge in a massage, have a dance or revitalise yourself with a new hairstyle. Don’t miss out on the enjoyment of life just because it seems as though there is much to do. There are powerful changes afoot financially and you could very soon find yourself in a profitable situation so there is perhaps less need to push yourself than you imagine. In fact, the cosmic picture for you at the moment is one of abundance and effortless success. Perhaps you simply need to remind yourself that by putting your heart into what you do, your work not only becomes much more pleasurable, but you also reap rewards financially too. So your challenge now is to balance work with pleasure and to put more of your love into your work. In so doing, you’ll find that you become more in demand and more respected which will automatically lead you to a place of success and abundance.
April 22-30
Once again Mars seeks to remind you that you are the master of your own destiny. Do not allow yourself to be buffeted about by the winds of change or the whims of others. Be like the archer keeping his target firmly in his minds eye. If you keep your attention firmly focussed on where you want to be you will get there. You may have to do a delicate balancing act with matters connected to your home and family and your relationships, but you are the sign of the scales so this shouldn’t be too much of a problem. However if you do feel stretched, take some time to nurture yourself, especially your body, as your health could suffer if you run yourself ragged. Take care also to avoid dramatic actions as a tense alignment with Venus, Mars and Jupiter could see you playing the drama queen. Try and see beyond what is irritating you and remember that you also have some very positive alignments this week which are much more powerful than the aforementioned planetary equivalent of an insect bite. With Saturn, Neptune and Pluto all supporting your ruling planet, Venus, you can be assured of guidance and a successful outcome in whatever matters to you. Ask the angels and your guides for help, or if you prefer a more down to earth system of support, then there are plenty people willing to help you now.
All in all this is a month to take pleasure in your relationships and to push forward with your ambitions in life whilst obtaining sustenance and nurturing from your home and family.
Scorpio
April 1-7
If you are looking for new beginnings with either your work or your health then the new moon on the 6th should help greatly. This is a time to be inventive and to see if there are better ways in which you can spend your days. Perhaps it’s time for a new job or a new role, or maybe there will be a change of environment. Whatever has been going on with your work and your day to day affairs, this new moon bodes well for positive changes so don’t be afraid to head in a new direction if you feel called. It’s also ideal now to turn over a new leaf with your health and wellbeing. This is an empowering new moon where you might begin to realise that your own inner voice is worth more than the opinions of experts. So trust your body and respond to its needs.
April 8-14
Power is a funny thing – some people crave it and allow it to corrupt them, whilst others avoid it like the plague and willingly give their power away to others. It is of course ideal to tread a path somewhere between these two extremes, but this is easier said than done, and in some areas of life we naturally feel more powerful and in control than in others. Now though, with a wonderful link between Saturn and Pluto, power is your keyword. So if there is any situation in which you have felt weak or disempowered, now is the time to take the bull by the horns and realise that you can have more of an influence on the outcome than you realise. Speak up, make your feelings known and don’t allow anyone to ride roughshod over you.
April 15-21
Everything seems to point to you this week, so don’t feel guilty if you seem to be overly concerned with your own issues. The full moon spearheading a powerful cosmic kite in your own sign is a hugely significant point in your life and one which deserves some serious contemplation. Are you happy with where you are now? How far have you come and how much further do you want to go? Are you heading in the right direction? Issues of security – money, property, home and love could be evident now, so you will need to get in touch with your true source of prosperity and security which can’t be found in external things but can be found in your connection to the Divine. There is a rich vein of abundance running through you that links up with the Source, much like a river connecting to the sea, and this connection means that you never have to go without if you only realise that all you need will be supplied if you just ask and have faith. This is a time to get serious about your life, and perhaps it’s necessary to make one or two important decisions. There is no need to fight or struggle. Pluto’s link to Saturn suggests that you are in a far more powerful position than you realise and that if you believe in yourself and your capabilities you will be able to change any unsettling situation into a most favourable outcome. This then will give rise to celebration sooner than you think.
April 22-30
Sometimes the mind can be like an irritating insect, buzzing about and keeping us distracted with all manner of trivialities and non existent fears and worries. Sometimes however it can point us in the right direction through day dreams and imaginative journeys. Where is your mind taking you at the moment? Is it into dark worrisome places or into hopes and dreams for a brighter future? If you find yourself daydreaming about something, perhaps this is a clue as to your next step. If you find yourself entertaining dark or fearful thoughts, try and stop yourself. With Mars in your zone of aspirations, you would do well to follow any adventurous yearnings. You don’t have to stick with the familiar or your old ways of doing things. So if you have any bold ambitions or big dreams, perhaps now would be a good time to start believing in them a bit more, and if you can take your first steps towards making them a reality, then even better. Don’t rule out the helpful influence of others because sharing your thoughts and ideas could lead to significant developments. So the message this week is be open with your hopes and dreams (and fears) and allow others to help you shake off your doubts so that you can move with confidence towards your highest aspirations.
Sagittarius
April 1-7
The new moon on the 6th sets a celebratory tone when there should be something to enjoy. This would be a good time to get creative, express any latent artistic talents, and generally do more of what you enjoy and less of what you don’t. Just take care not to overspend in your pursuit of fun and pleasure. If funds are a bit tight find alternative ways of enjoying yourself. The planetary picture also suggests that you are ready for something new, as if your potential has been ripening on the tree of life and now you are approaching fullness, so don’t hang about – go for whatever fills you with passion and excitement. The most important message with this new moon is to be true to yourself and do what you love and enjoy.
April 8-14
Pleasure is still the dish of the day as Venus joins the Sun and Mercury in your house of fun. So if life has become too filled with work, responsibilities and daily pressures it’s time to get your diary and pencil in some fun time. From a refreshing day out, to trips to art galleries, the theatre and meals out with friends and lovers this is your perfect time to indulge yourself a little. Your pleasures don’t have to cost the earth either – sometimes an afternoon spent putting the world to rights with a good friend can be more satisfying than buying a new outfit. Or an hour spent playing with your dog or cat can be an antidote to too much serious and costs nothing. Compile a list of all the things you’d like to do and see how many you can tick off in the next couple of weeks.
April 15-21
With the world in such an apparent mess, it’s all too easy to fall into the trap of judging. Anything we don’t like in others or in the world around us and it’s tempting to start pointing fingers and making the other person wrong. But whether they’re wrong or not, having fixed views about what’s good and bad can create a certain rigidity which can result in a psychological straightjacket. If only we could be more accepting we would be less uptight and more loving. And that is your challenge for this week. Whatever situation or person is bugging you. No matter how wrong you think it is, try relaxing your views a little and be more accepting that all is as it should be. The full moon in your house of spirituality requests you take a more philosophical approach and perhaps ask for guidance from above. It’s also advisable to trust your intuition and go with your gut feelings especially if you sense that something might not be quite right. Any matters connected with work, health, finances and your direction in life may not be best answered by logic or experts, but by your own inner guidance or the wise insights from spiritual beings, whether or this plane or in another dimension.
April 22-30
We’d probably all agree that the world would be a better place if suffering were abolished. And yet, sometimes, it’s only through pain and struggle that we transform ourselves and our situations. No pain no gain, as the saying goes, and this is one of those weeks when you might have to engage in a bit of struggle to emerge through to the other side, changed and transformed in some way. Perhaps it will be a financial situation that is testing you and pushing you to your limits. Or maybe it is a romantic problem, or maybe just that other people are causing you stress. If you look a little deeper, you might find that there is a golden key buried at the bottom of your apparent problem, and this key is your passport to your rebirth. Liberation is just around the corner, so hang on in there and try to avoid going over the top and acting in ways which you might later regret. Saturn at the top of your chart linking up with Pluto also offers assurances of success and some form of victory is just around the corner.
Capricorn
April 1-7
Are you steering your own ship towards your chosen course, or are there too many hands on deck interfering with your trajectory? The new moon on the 6th will help you to realise what’s most important to you, and with that realisation will come the ability to make an empowered decision that will help you get to where you need to be. With Jupiter and Pluto in your sign, the time has come to realise that you are more powerful than you might think, and that you have the ability to make changes that will be for your greater good. You don’t have to put up with unsatisfying circumstances and the time to change them is now.
April 8-14
The fear of getting it wrong and making a mistake stops many people from taking a risk or making a change. Capricorn as a cautious sign, can at times be prone to this way of being, but with such powerful planetary occurrences taking place in your sign this is not the year to play it safe, and this week as Saturn links up with powerful Pluto you are destined for success. So whatever your aspirations, now is the time to start pursuing them. In the meantime, the focus is on your home, family and relationships so don’t neglect your personal life in favour of chasing your dreams. Much solace can be found amidst your home and your loved ones, but watch out though for arguments with certain people. If you focus on sharing and not on comparing yourself with others, then this week has all the makings of a successful and happy time.
April 15-21
The powerful planetary activity this week culminating in a full moon on the 20th urges you to stride towards your purpose and to follow your hopes and dreams with determination. The answer it would seem lies in participating with other like- minded people, and looking towards the future. Creative change is what you need to be contemplating, so if you have a challenge or a dilemma, try to think creatively and optimistically. What’s the best that could happen? If you were an artist and could paint a picture of your ideal life, what would you paint? This would be an ideal time to create a collage or a vision of what you want from your life. But your biggest problem isn’t actually any challenge that you face, it’s the ability to believe that things could be infinitely better than they are now. And with such a dazzling and powerful planetary line up, I can assure you that the time to make empowering and creative changes has never been (nor probably ever will be) better. So go back to your drawing board and start creating the life you want.
April 22-30
There is a definite push and pull feel to this week for Capricorns as Mars in your opposite sign creates passionate situations involving other people. In some instances, other people’s needs and desires may differ wildly from your own resulting in stress and indecision. Venus also seeks to remind you that your home life is important too so this week could be a real balancing act where you juggle your different priorities. If you feel confused about what you should do then listen to your heart and choose the path that will bring you growth and adventure. This isn’t the time to stick with the tried and tested; at this point in your life you really need to be trying new things and pushing out of your comfort zone. Be careful this week though of clashing with others, but if you do find yourself in a power struggle with someone try and step back to see the lesson contained in the struggle. When you’ve figured out what that person is trying to teach you, it may actually help you to make a decision about a confusing matter in your love life. However, it may be that you come face to face with other people’s angst because you’re no longer willing to sacrifice your own happiness. Perhaps you need to make a decision that is for your own highest good. If so, be prepared for other people to disagree, but ultimately you need to do whatever feels right for you. Don’t be afraid to disappoint others if it enables you to be true to yourself.
Aquarius
April 1-7
Things don’t always go according to plan; how we deal with those irritating kinks in the chain says a lot about us as a person. For example we may react childishly and with great annoyance, or we could act with dignity and poise. Alternatively you could choose to laugh at whatever has been sent to try you, and this would perhaps be the best antidote to any challenges this week. In actual fact, your struggles may be over sooner than you think as a rejuvenating aspect between Uranus and Jupiter on the 6th looks set to liberate you from a trying situation. In the meantime try dancing around your problems and seeing them from a new perspective. The new moon on the 6th is all about how you choose to see life along with the understanding that what we choose to focus on increases in our world. Therefore, you may as well choose to entertain happy and optimistic thoughts in order to attract positive outcomes. This would be an ideal time to begin a gratitude journal – there’s nothing like being aware of your blessings to make you feel good.
April 8-14
Your attitude is everything. It determines whether we’re capable of making lemonade if we’re given lemons, or whether we sit about bemoaning our fate. It determines whether or not we’re prepared to take a chance or to play it safe and it determines largely what happens to us, since what we believe about ourselves, others and the world generally manifests itself in our lives. Right now, Saturn is in your area of loss and transformation; this isn’t always the easiest transit and tends to bring up emotional challenges and a general sense of being stuck in an underground cavern. It can also seem to cause problems in intimate relationships but here again is where your attitude is key. You have a choice whether to focus on what’s wrong with a relationship or whether to focus on its strengths. The antidote to any problem you might have with another is to give more. In giving, you open up a flow of love between you, and this could have miraculous healing effects. So the message for this week is to give in your relationships, focus on all the good things you have, and to keep thinking positive. Oh, and try and make some time for rest and play too.
April 15-21
Is it time for a new direction in your life? Time perhaps to fulfil more of your purpose? The full moon spearheading a marvellous cosmic kite formation would certainly suggest so and it would be valuable for you now to be receptive to whatever opportunities come your way that allow you to take a step forward on your true path in life. Don’t look back is the message with this full moon – keep striding forwards towards your destination and don’t let fears or doubts knock you off course. One word of warning though: do try and pace yourself. You could get carried away – either with the demands of your work or career or simply with passion and enthusiasm for a new venture. But Mars in your work zone suggests that you could burn out if you’re not careful, so make time for rest and relaxation and all will be well.
April 22-30
Aquarius is the sign of the rebel and this is one week where your unconventionality will pay off. Harmonious links to your ruler from Mercury, Mars and Jupiter suggest the following: think big, be bold act courageously and reach for your aspirations. Don’t keep yourself confined in a box by thinking in a limited way. By thinking creatively and courageously you could bring about a change in your financial or material situation. Be innovative at work and again you could bring about a refreshing change. Let your intuition guide you and pay attention to any sudden flashes of insight – they will be relevant. You have a choice this week whether to focus on abundance or deprivation. You don’t need me to tell you that by focussing on all that you do have whilst being positive and optimistic will enable you to generate more of whatever you need. Take time out to rest as there are a lot of demands on your time right now. It’s only in quiet time or playful creative pursuits that the logical mind switches off long enough for divine inspirations to come through, and this is what you need to be receptive of so that you can be guided forward in the way that is best for you.
Pisces
April 1-7
If your finances have room for improvement then you can thank your lucky stars that the new moon falls in your money zone on the 6th. This is the perfect time for wiping the slate clean and starting afresh. So whether you want to clear your debts or whether you feel you’re worth more than you’re currently getting, the message is the same: empower yourself. This goes with the understanding that Rome wasn’t built in a day, so have patience with yourself and allow things to gradually improve rather than expecting all your problems to instantly be transformed. Patience is your keyword this week, with abundance a close second.
April 8-14
The theme of abundance rises to top position this week as Venus glides into your zone of money and resources. Since she joins the Sun and Mercury this is likely to be an area that is taking up some of your thoughts and energies. If so make sure these thoughts and energies are being positively directed, since the better you can feel about your situation the more likely it will be that you will attract good things. Use your ingenuity if you need to improve things, whilst your creative talents could perhaps be put to better use. The presence of Venus suggests that improvements are imminent so there is little need to worry. But you will help her abundant powers manifest on a grander scale if you can raise your vibration through activities such as gratitude and prayer. A really good affirmation for you now if you’ve been struggling (or if you’d simply like to enjoy more prosperity) is ‘I love money and money loves me.’ Or you could say ‘I love having lots of money.’ There is no conflict with these affirmations because you’re not saying anything that is blatantly untrue (unless of course you don’t enjoy having plenty money!) and this will enable them to manifest faster and easier than an untrue affirmation such as I earn $25,000 a week. And this is the key to your success this month – to use the word love as much as you can. To contemplate all the things you love doing and all the people you love. This will generate a love vibration around you and will act as a magnet for more loving situations to enter your life.
April 15-21
We are all creatures of habit and therefore it’s easy for us to get stuck in our comfort zones. This is something you need to watch out for this week as a powerful full moon falls in your adventure zone. This could be a clue as to any current problems you may be facing; maybe you just need to get out there a bit more. Or maybe you need to change things around a bit and get some new energies flowing into your life. Or maybe you need to broaden your horizons by treading the untrodden path. Jupiter and Pluto are also calling you towards bigger and better things - scary as it may seem – but you are a point in your life where you will benefit hugely from participating more in this thing called life by joining forces with others and doing more of what you originally came here to do. Whether it’s through a more active social life or whether it’s through your work or charitable efforts doesn’t really matter. All that matters is that you are getting out there and doing your thing – whatever your thing is.
April 22-30
Adventure and celebration are two of your themes this week, so no matter how busy you are you shouldn’t need much of an excuse to down tools and seek out pleasure and enjoyment. Mars in your house of fun is urging you to discover what works for you and to bring more of these elements in to your life, whilst Neptune’s sextile to Venus brings opportunities for pleasure, love and all things creative and romantic. This is a good week to be inventive and to try new things, or at least try a new approach to how you might normally do something. So if you’d normally turn down an invitation to go to a certain place or to do a particular activity try saying yes. Because it’s only by trying new things that new doors open, and there are plenty of doors ready to fling themselves open for you now. Your enviable choice is to decide which doors you want to go through. Remember, ‘life is either a wonderful adventure or nothing’ - Helen Keller
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