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November 2021 AstroMagic Overview

I’m going to be blunt – it’s going to be a tough month. Perhaps, one of the toughest months of the year. Astrologically, we are building up to the final battle between Saturn (restrictions, limitations, isolation) and Uranus (freedom, rebellion) that occurs on December 24^th. So many themes of the past two years will resurface and be triggered as planets move through the sign of Scorpio. Also, we begin eclipse season on November 19^th with a lunar eclipse in money-oriented Taurus. So, buckle your seat belt!

Now, let’s dive into Scorpio season…

Reptiles have always been associated with the sign of Scorpio. The symbolism of the snake shedding its skin reflects Scorpio’s powers of transformation and its natural association with death and disintegration. And there is no better figure to represent the sign of the scorpion than the mythic Medusa.

There are various versions of Medusa’s origin story, but in all of them she is violated by the God Poseidon, and the result is a woman transformed by her outrage and bitterness. Medusa’s face is the embodiment of the horrors of life’s unfairness. If one stumbles across her and stares directly into her eyes, they become paralyzed and turn to stone.

On the personal level, the Medusa lives in all of us. We all experience life’s unfairness, whether directly, indirectly, or incidentally, and some life experiences leave us paralyzed. Psychologically, these experiences turn people into stone, and they become fixated on their wounds, unable to break free, preventing their growth and personal development.

Perseus (the son of Zeus) is tasked with going into Medusa’s layer, at the opening of the underworld (the unconscious), to slay the serpentine monster and retrieve her head. Perseus receives help on his mission from several divine beings who give him a few magical items. He enters Medusa’s lair and ultimately finds her. He uses a magical shield (think mirror) so that he does not look at Medusa directly, and then he cuts off her head and puts it in a magic bag. Once Medusa’s head is severed, out of the toxic blood and poison, Pegasus is born – a beautiful creature that becomes Perseus’s companion.

The good news is that myth always provides a solution, even to the most complex stories. Medusa represents our repressed toxic pain or self-defeating behaviors that leave us stuck and unable to grow. These feelings and behaviors have grown over time and taken over our lives. Perseus represents the process of working through our issues, and he does so by staring into a mirror. Now, I do not know about you, but when I look into a mirror, I see myself. So, Perseus reflects turning inward and seeing oneself honestly, and by seeing things clearly, one can turn toxic poisons into something productive and worthwhile. The horrors of Medusa transform into Pegasus, and out of the darkness of Scorpio comes the light of consciousness, and ultimately, freedom from toxins.

This is the power of Scorpio season. We can use its energy to transform the areas of our lives wounded into powerful tools that we can use to give life more meaning.

Recommended Candles: The Sun (Curse Breaker), Healing (Blessed Herbal), Heart (Blessed Herbal).

Astrology Forecast for the Week of November 1, 2021 – November 7, 2021

The astrology forecast for the week of November 1, 2021 through November 7, 2021 features four major planetary aspects (Mercury trine Jupiter, Mercury square Pluto, Sun opposing Uranus, and Mercury sextile Venus), two sign changes (Venus and Mercury), and a New Moon in Scorpio.

Now, that’s a lot of energy! So, let’s dive in.

Cosmic Overview

The bulk of the aspects this week involve Mercury, who is currently moving through fair-and-balanced Libra. Anytime planets move through Libra, relationship issues will be front and center, but one of the most important features of Mercury in Libra is the way we communicate with others. As we move through the week, pay close attention to how you communicate. Are your conversations productive and collaborative, or are they contentious and discordant? Try to spend time listening to others rather than merely reacting to them.

The other newsmaker this week is the New Moon in Scorpio. This New Moon is tricky because it’s in an exact opposition to Uranus in Taurus. Uranus is the planet of freedom, and this New Moon is excellent if you want to shake things up and reboot your life. It’s especially helpful for ridding yourself of energies, people, or situations that have been holding you back. Sometimes, to have a new beginning, you need to completely leave the past behind. There is a warning with this New Moon: don’t play with Uranus, make sure you want dynamic change before activating this planetary energy.

Astrology Forecast for the Week of October 25, 2021 – October 31, 2021

The astrology forecast for the week of October 25, 2021 – October 31, 2021 features three major aspects (Venus square Neptune, Venus sextile Jupiter, and Sun square Saturn), and Mars is moving out of Libra and into his sign of Scorpio.

Cosmic Overview:

This week Mars moves out of Libra, where he is in detriment, and into Scorpio, the sign he rules. Mars in Libra is concerned with relationships and seeks the opinion and approval of others. However, Mars in Scorpio is focused, determined, self-disciplined and strategic. While Mars is in Scorpio, you have the power to achieve results and the tenacity to follow your goals until you achieve what you want. So, it’s a great time to get out your goal list, pick one out, and work on it until you get results. A word of advice – don’t miss this cycle of Mars because it only happens once every two years. Mars enters Scorpio on October 30th.

Daily Breakdown:

Monday, October 25, 2021

The Moon moves through Gemini most of the day. If you need to get stuff done, make sure you do it during the morning hours, because the Moon will spend the afternoon hours void of course. This evening, the Moon moves through Cancer, and you may feel ‘the feels’ a little more than you usually do. It’s an excellent night to relax and practice some self-care.

Tuesday, October 26, 2021

Venus square Neptune is problematic for relationships based on fantasy and illusion. If you experience troubles, you may want to look at your relationship and question whether your relationship expectations are unrealistic. In many cases, life difficulties will force you to look at things realistically, leading to feelings of dissolution and disappointment. Sometimes, betrayals may surface that leave you shattered and feeling deceived. As difficult as things may be, try to avoid falling into victim mindsets. Instead, try to face your feelings and manage them productively.

Wednesday, October 27, 2021

The Moon spends its last day in emotional Cancer. The Moon forms a lovely trine to Neptune during the morning hours. Moon trine Neptune is an excellent aspect for creative projects, and you will find that you are emotionally sensitive to others. However, be on guard this evening because complicated emotions may surface as the Moon squares turbulent Pluto.

Thursday, October 28, 2021

On Thursday, Venus sextiles Jupiter in Aquarius. This is an aspect you want to use to your advantage, because it’s the last positive aspect between Venus and Jupiter (the lesser and greater benefics) for six months, because Venus turns retrograde in December. Venus sextile Jupiter is exceptionally beneficial and will definitely brighten your day. This aspect is excellent for financial concerns, investments, and legal matters.

On the relationship front, be mindful of Venus square Neptune that occurred on Tuesday. Forgiveness and working through relationship problems are crucial, but falling back into toxic patterns or believing that things will magically change is not. Venus sextile Jupiter can easily overlook issues, and this can lead to wishful thinking. Avoid looking at relationship issues with rose-colored glasses.

Friday, October 29, 2021

The Moon moves through playful Leo and forms a lovely sextile to Mercury in Libra. It’s a fine day to spend time with friends and like-minded people, so you can engage in insightful conversations and share life experiences. For those in relationships, the Moon in romantic Leo is excellent for a date night.

Saturday, October 30, 2021

On Saturday, besides Mars moving into Scorpio, the Sun forms a nasty square to Saturn in Aquarius. When the Sun conjoins, sextiles, or trines Jupiter, we are blessed with the most positive days of the year. Conversely, when the Sun conjoins, squares, or opposes Saturn, we experience the most challenges. Saturday is one of those days!

Sun square Saturn brings out feelings of self-doubt and discouragement. You may feel that forces are against you or are limiting your ability to succeed. This may be a day filled with frustrations, and you may believe that you do not have the energy to push through your limitations. The key to working with this aspect is to note the areas of your life that Sun square Saturn influences, and this will give you a roadmap of where to do personal work and build self-confidence. So, despite the way you feel, press in and press on!

Sunday, October 31, 2021

Happy Halloween! The Moon moves through dutiful Virgo throughout the day, so get your tasks done early so you can participate in festivities tonight. Just be on the watch for surprising tricks, because the Moon aspects unpredictable Uranus this evening.

See you next week!

The Astrology Forecast for the Week of October 18, 2021 – October 24, 2021

The astrology forecast for the week of October 18, 2021 – October 24, 2021 features a Full Moon in Aries, two major aspects (Mars trine Jupiter and Mars square Pluto), Mercury and Jupiter turning direct, and the beginning of Scorpio season. Cosmic energies will continue to improve with a large blip on Friday, but it should be a decent week.

Cosmic Overview:

First, Mercury turns direct on October 18, and minor annoyances and communication snafus may occur as Mercury stations and changes directions. As we move through the week, Mercury retrograde issues, particularly with relationships, will slowly improve. This is an excellent week to repair any damage to relationships or friendships that happened while the retrograde was active. Also, anything that you have put on hold during the retrograde can now be initiated and completed.

If you need a bit of assistance repairing Mercury retrograde matters, you can use Mercury Retrograde Neutralizer after Mercury turns direct. It smooths over difficult situations and helps us approach things amicably. You can purchase Mercury Retrograde Neutralizer candles in my shop.

Next, we have the Full Moon in Aries, which occurs on October 20. The good news is Mercury is now direct! The bad news is that Mars (the ruler of Aries) is in detriment in Libra. So, to work with this energy, we must tweak how we would work with the planetary ruler.

The Full Moon in Aries is a two-week cycle of letting go of personal attributes that we may not like about ourselves or are no longer effective. Are there any individual behaviors that you would like to let go of? Oh, and news flash – we all have them! Since Mars is in Libra, you can also look at how you behave in relationships and let go of unhealthy personal patterns that may limit the relationship’s growth. This work is not uncomplicated, but the fruits of your internal work will pay off in the end.

Now on with the forecast…

Monday, October 18, 2021

The first aspect of the week happens on Monday when Mars trines Jupiter. This will be an energetic week with plenty of activity, and since Jupiter is direct, there is the potential for good fortune and matters going your way. Mars trine Jupiter is a powerful aspect for putting yourself first and focusing on activities that promote your self-interests. Otherwise, Mars trine Jupiter is optimistic, energetic, and enthusiastic, so go after your desires with no regrets.

Tuesday, October 19, 2021

The Moon spends its first full day in Aries, preparing for the monthly Full Moon cycle on Tuesday. The Aries Moon is courageous, confident, and passionate, so the beneficial energies from yesterday will spill over into today. It’s an excellent day to focus on your wants, needs, and desires. Sometimes, you need to put yourself first, and do you!

Wednesday, October 20, 2021

Besides the potent Full Moon (see above) that occurs today, the Moon battles with Mars and Pluto. As a result, you can expect your emotions to be on high alert, and there is potential for arguments and power plays. Keep controlling and manipulative people at arm’s length, because they will only steal your joy.

Thursday, October 21, 2021

Today, the Moon spends its first full day in stable Taurus. Expect things to slow down to a crawl during the morning hours as the Moon squares Saturn. Minor frustrations and annoyances may be prevalent throughout the day, but your energy levels should return as the Moon conjoins exciting Uranus this evening. Since the Moon moving through Taurus invites you to indulge in the pleasures of life, do something you deeply enjoy.

Friday, October 22, 2021

Remember that large blip I talked about at the beginning of the forecast? Well, it happens today as Mars tangles with Pluto. Mars square Pluto is a discordant aspect that often provokes disagreements between people, especially if problems or animosities have been lurking in the background for a while. You may experience fierce opposition from others. Avoid underhanded activities even if you feel they are justified because they will only lead to blowback. Stay away from dangerous people and places!

Saturday, October 23, 2021

We change astrological seasons today as the Sun moves out of Libra and into Scorpio. Scorpio season is about digging deep into the secret parts of ourselves – our fears, phobias, and dysfunctions. Although the season’s energy is intense, we can conquer our personal demons with a bit of reflection and willingness to change.

Sunday, October 24, 2021

Finally, we close the week with the Moon moving through social Gemini. It’s an excellent day for fun, frolic, and great conversation. Sharing your ideas and opinions with others will be vital to you at this time. However, this evening you may need an extra dose of caffeine or an energy drink, as the Moon squares Neptune.

See you next week!

Astrology Forecast for October 11, 2021 – October 17, 2021

The astrology forecast for the week of October 11, 2021 – October 17, 2021 features 4 major planetary aspects – Venus sextile Saturn, Sun trine Jupiter, Mercury sextile Venus, and Sun square Pluto. The bulk of the week will be pretty easy, but beware of the internal storm clouds that move in over the weekend that may threaten to rain on your parade.

Cosmic Overview:

So, how many of you were shocked by the Facebook shut down that occurred last week? For most Astrologers, this was no surprise. Communication and tech problems occur frequently during Mercury retrograde, and snafus occurred across many social media platforms and websites on the same day. But what shocked me the most was the number of conspiracy theories (Mercury was in orb of a conjunction with conspiracy loving Pluto when he turned retrograde) that spawned post after post on social media, including some from well-meaning astrologers.

This week Mercury spends its last week retrograde. Now, the two most difficult phases during a retrograde are when the planet slows down to begin its retrograde status, and then when he slows down again to turn direct. You can expect Mercury retrograde problems to intensity throughout the week, especially in relationships because Mercury is in Libra.

I still have Mercury Retrograde Neutralizer candles available in my store. These candles are made to reduce the retrograde effect, and can also be used to repair any snafus that may have occurred over the last three weeks once Mercury goes direct. You can stock up on them here.

Now, on with the forecast…

Monday, October 11, 2021:

The Moon spends the morning hours void of course in Sagittarius. Avoid starting anything new or making firm decisions (that you should avoid anyways because of Mercury retrograde) until the afternoon hours when the Moon moves into Capricorn. While the Moon is in Capricorn, you can expect the energy to be more serious and focused. It’s an excellent time to put your nose to the grindstone and get things accomplished.

Tuesday, October 12, 2021:

The Moon continues its trip through the sign of the goat and forms some heavy aspects to Mercury, the Sun, and Mars. You can expect mild communication issues and possible disagreements with others. Try to remain as proactive as possible.

Wednesday, October 13, 2021:

The first major aspect of the week occurs on Wednesday when Venus sextiles Saturn in Aquarius. This is a terrific day to work on any relationship issues that may have occurred while Mercury’s been retrograde. Saturn provides a stabilizing influence, and you can look at things realistically. Venus sextile Saturn is excellent for serious discussions and compromises. Also, if you have business matters to deal with this energy is perfect, especially if financial issues are involved.

Thursday, October 14, 2021:

The Moon spends its first full day in Aquarius. You will feel like socializing with others, so it’s an excellent day to hang out with friends or do lunch with your network. However, expect the unexpected this evening when the Moon squares Uranus.

Friday, October 15, 2021:

Good News! The Sun forms a lovely trine to Jupiter in Aquarius. You will find the tone of the day optimistic, enthusiastic, and you will enjoy the company of others. It’s a fantastic day to work on your big picture objectives. Since Jupiter enjoys new experiences, you should take some time to do something different and enjoy yourself. Side Note: This is one of the most positive days of the year, so take advantage of the energy while it’s available.

Saturday, October 16, 2021:

Mercury forms a lovely aspect to Venus in Sagittarius. You can express your feelings easily, and this may help in your relationships with others. It’s also a fine day to reflect on your life and share your insights with others. Spending time with friends is important, while Mercury and Venus are in aspect. Reach out to those you care about and let them know that you care.

Sunday, October 17, 2021:

It’s going to be an eye-opening day, as the Sun in Libra forms a tense square to Pluto. You may realize that you need to make changes in your life, especially to areas that are floundering. It may be time to let go of old patterns and habits that are preventing your growth. You will find your life more rewarding once you purge the old and embrace the new.

On a personal note, I have big news coming in the next two weeks that will knock your socks off. Watch this space.

See you next week!

Astrology Forecast for October 4, 2021 – October 10, 2021

The astrology forecast for the week of October 4, 2021 through October 10, 2021 features three planetary aspects (Sun conjunct Mars, Sun conjunct Mercury, and Mercury conjunct Mars), a sign change for Venus, two planets turning direct, and a New Moon in Libra.

It’s going to be a busy week, but a relatively positive one. So, make sure you enjoy it while the good vibrations last. However, keep in mind that Mercury is still retrograde.

Cosmic Overview

The New Moon in Libra occurs on Wednesday, October 6. Although ordinarily, a New Moon in Libra would be an excellent time to attract a new relationship, Mercury is ‘retched out,’ and Venus (the ruler of Libra) is in her detriment in Scorpio. So instead, use this New Moon to create new paradigms within your current relationships, which are not limited to romantic ones.

If you are currently single, you can make a list of all the attributes you would like out of a mate and do cleansing magic to signify your desire for a fresh start. If you are in a relationship, you can use the New Moon to reset (such a lovely Mercury RX word) the energies and create a more fulfilling dynamic that will help improve the relationship’s overall health. In other relationships, you can modify how you work with the New Moon based on the needs of that relationship. The key is formulating new and productive ways to make them healthier.

Now, one with the forecast…