WHAT DO THE STARS HAVE IN STORE THIS WEEK?

Astrology Column

Capricorn season is coming to a close this weekend, so finalize your goals for the year and begin gathering your crew to achieve them. Before we saunter into Aquarius season this Saturday, however, we have some dynamic planetary entanglements to navigate. Thoughtful Mercury forms a friendly 120-degree trine with boisterous Jupiter in the wee hours of Friday morning, indicating a time of happy conversations, abundant ideas, and big travel opportunities. If you have some pixie dust handy, this weekend is a great time to fly with a plethora of happy thoughts. Simultaneously, however, beautiful Venus squares off with nebulous Neptune, indicating a time of murkiness in our relationships and a challenge of hyper-romanticism. In other words, we might experience a bit too much idealism in our relations by wearing the proverbial rose-colored glasses. Things might just not be as they seem when it comes to our relationships with other people. So, have all of the stimulating conversations and dream big, but maintain a healthy dose of skepticism if you feel as though things are too good to be true. 

Here are your horoscopes for the Mercury-Jupiter trine and the Venus-Neptune square. Read for your rising and sun signs.

Capricorn

Dec. 22 – Jan. 19

You are probably feeling a bit isolated because you’re having a hard time communicating clearly, like you have important things to say but they’re just coming out all jumbled. Fear not, because it is a fantastic time for you to focus on yourself rather than other people. Turn your mind toward getting to know yourself better and express yourself without boundaries. You’ve got some big inspiration in the works.

Aquarius

Jan. 20 – Feb. 18

Prepare for some financial confusion when it comes to your friends. For example, a friend is in charge of splitting the bill and you feel like you paid more than your fair share. Don’t tire yourself attempting to get clarity in this type of situation right now. Rather, take the time to let your mind rest. A personal retreat is in the stars for you, so let your private space get much bigger for you this weekend.

Pisces

Feb. 19 – March 20

Party time! Excellent! You have quite the jovial weekend ahead. It feels like returning home and reconnecting with all of your old friends from high school. There’s a big, familiar, chatty, friendly energy in the air for you, Pisces, so relish in the nostalgic happiness now. There is, however, some murkiness in your relationships at work. By all accounts, you are the source of the confusion, so take a moment to change your perspective.

Aries

March 21 – April 19

Dreaming of quiet alone time is a challenge when you have friends and loved ones who are inviting you to participate in big adventures. How will you manage this dissonance? One thing you do not have to worry about, however, is how your ideas at work are bringing in beaucoup bucks. Material abundance is all but certain if you can focus your mind on your work in the public sphere. 

Taurus

April 20 – May 20

You have causes that you love, Taurus, just like everyone. There are group projects and missions that make your heart sing. Right now, however, it might be difficult to clearly see who your comrades in service are. If you’re confused about your compatriots, fear not. Now is a great time to dream up who your perfect partners would be. Exploring new lines of thinking will bring nothing but ample joy.

Gemini

May 21 – June 21

You’re usually one to let your thoughts flit about from one idea to another, Gemini, but right now it is time to let your thinker dive deep. What are the deep thoughts that your mind is contemplating? Are they existential, political, spiritual, scientific, or philosophical? Whatever your line of thought right now, giving it time will provide you with significant rest and solitude. Lack of clarity at work is probably challenging your love life, but it will pass.

Cancer

June 22 – July 22

Thinking about partnership and communicating end goals clearly will bring about a copious amount of supporters right now. What does it mean to be in partnership with another person? Ruminate on that and see how people show up to help you out. Be mindful about how dreams of faraway places get in the way of doing the work that you love. Dreams only become reality when you put them into action.

Leo

July 23 – Aug. 22

You’re having a challenging time right now, Leo, particularly related to your health and your habits. Fear not, however, because these difficulties are offering you a new lease on life. You just need to get to the other side in a few days. Focusing your thoughts on healthy routines and life patterns will bring a lot of joy and bounty at work right now. 

Virgo

Aug. 23 – Sept. 22  

Creative thinking will literally take you on a big adventure, Virgo. Talk to people about your innovative ideas and see where it takes you. Sometimes, just saying the words opens avenues for you to stroll down, and now you have the opportunity to manifest interstates to your dream goals. Be mindful about some confusion between your family and your partner, and see if you can attempt to keep things crystal clear. 

Libra

Sept. 23 – Oct. 23 

There’s some difficulty present regarding a love for things that are familiar and a dream of new ways of doing things. It’s like you have a deep appreciation for your day-to-day reality, but a gnawing desire to change everything up. Rather than try to clear up this conundrum, I recommend focusing your mind on your most intimate family and friends because this will bring about bountiful returns.

Scorpio

Oct. 24 – Nov. 21

Desire for financial stability vs. a dream of being a creative person: This appears to be a particular battle that you are waging with yourself. Not to worry, this frustration shall pass and the dream will remain. Right now, pay particular attention to your familiar surroundings and try to articulate them. This will help you find great joy in a partnership. 

Sagittarius 

Nov. 22 – Dec. 21

Training your mind on your system of values will help you to turn your hard work into bountiful returns. Make sure that you are infusing every action with meaningful purpose, and watch the benefits multiply. “Home” may seem particularly elusive right now, making it difficult to feel self-love. The love is there regardless of the hazy roots, however.