Generally speaking, this is a week to let go and move on, although there is some specificity to what we are leaving behind. Jupiter, the planet of largesse and joy, and Mars, the planet of aggression and action, are meeting up with the south node of the moon.
Astrologically, the south node represents a release point, a letting-go of what no longer serves, or a marker of excessive comfort. With Mars and Jupiter conjoining at the south node this week, it is high time to let go of hedonistic excesses that have become obsessive, to release anger that is too big for the actual context, and to practice more patience with getting what we want. Aggressive excess needs to be put aside, and quiet simplicity needs to be welcomed in. Another astrological dance is encouraging us to move forward, as both Venus and Mercury are ending their retrograde periods and turning direct on Friday, Nov. 13, when we begin integrating all we’ve learned with fresh hearts and minds. This is a week of dropping the weight of what we don’t need and stepping forward with renewed confidence and purpose.
Here are your horoscopes for the Jupiter-Mars-south node conjunction and Mercury and Venus stationing direct. Read for your rising and sun signs.
Scorpio
Oct. 23 – Nov. 21
Work can easily become a huge part of our lives, so much so that it is sometimes how we define ourselves. Having a healthy work life is meaningful, but this week is about letting go of the nagging impulse to always do more and make work bigger. Just enough is sufficient. Also, think about yourself with kindness and find quiet joys that are only for you. That is your post-retrograde lesson.
Sagittarius
Nov. 22 – Dec. 21
This is a week to reconnect with your friends and greatest supporters. You may have let a couple folks go, but the people who remain are your nearest and dearest. Find quiet time for meditative reflection to work through any lingering uncertainties. Finally, it’s a good time to let go of any over-the-top desires for adventure. Don’t give up being an explorer, but focus on the possible.
Capricorn
Dec. 22 – Jan. 19
Don’t be surprised if you start to love your job or if you receive praise and acknowledgement for the work you do. It’s a great time to talk to friends and be social this weekend because your mind will benefit from the stimulation and connection. Also, there is no need to be a martyr. You can let go of the inflated need to aggressively give and feel content with the simple good that you do.
Aquarius
Jan. 20 – Feb. 18
This is a week to reignite the pursuit of your passions. What is it that you love to learn and explore that you haven’t been able to give time? Go for that. And the conversations you’ve been meaning to have at work are ripe for the talking. When it comes to partnership, this sky invites you to let go of unachievable ideals and welcome in simple love.
Pisces
Feb. 19 – March 20
Too much of a good thing is not a virtue. Too much exercise, too much cleaning, too much orderliness — this week invites you to soften the edges a bit when it comes to your routines. It’s also time to start thinking about your next vacation or your next big adventure, and to allow your heart to be a bit vulnerable when it comes to something you’re passionate about.
Aries
March 21 – April 19
Tapping into your creativity does not require huge expressions or artistry that is seen by large audiences. In the age of social media, we can lose the simple joy of creating for creation’s sake. This week is a great time for you to tap into that possibility. You can finally start to think about projects you want to invest your energy in, and find appreciation for an important partner.
Taurus
April 20 – May 20
You are redesigning the life you live, bit by bit. Changing your daily practices and routines is an act of self-love right now, so design a daily life that fits. That conversation you’ve been meaning to have with an important partner is ready to unfold, and you can focus on more peace at the home front by letting go of any excessive anger or overinflated expectations that do not serve your best interests.
Gemini
May 21 – June 20
You know what you need to change in your daily habits to be the person you want to be, and now you can start putting those edits into practice. It all starts with a clear mind. You will also have a release of creative energy that will need some focus, so find your project and jump in. There’s a bit of manic energy present fueled by familiar surroundings, and that can be released this week.
Cancer
June 21 – July 22
We are bombarded with messages telling us to buy more, earn more, take more. This week, though, you are encouraged to let all of that go. This week is about appreciating having enough, seeking enough and sharing enough. Enjoy time spent at home and with family, and start to move ahead with some of the creative ideas that you’ve been mulling over.
Leo
July 23 – Aug. 22
There’s self-confidence and there’s self-aggrandizement. A healthy ego is important for each person to have, but overinflation doesn’t serve you or those around you. This week is about finding a quiet confidence that doesn’t require advertisement. Move forward with the plans you’ve been making with family and find simple joys in your immediate environment.
Virgo
Aug. 23 – Sept. 22
You may have been feeling like your voice isn’t being heard or that you’re being misunderstood. That is all changing now, and you can articulate what you need to get across. Say what you need to say. Also, go ahead and spend some of the money you’ve been saving. Life is short. Finally, let go of the more aggressive limiting beliefs you have about yourself. You’re your own worst critic, and you deserve to treat yourself with greater kindness.
Libra
Sept. 23 – Oct. 22
You are in major glow-up mode, Libra. When you step out into the world, I hope that you are feeling yourself, because you are making waves. You can move forward with your business plans or that major purchase now. And being the center of a large group or society of people can serve a purpose, but this week is about releasing the need for admiration. Turn your attention to friendships and relationships with substance.
