Tip of the Week:
Amidst the many possible perspectives to gauge the synchronistic flow that Astrology offers, looking to the relationship exchanges between Jupiter and Saturn is valuable. Considered the ‘social planets’, the 20 year cycle that the two largest planets in the solar system share, offers important insights. Currently, Jupiter and Saturn are in Opposition Aspect (180 degrees). This is the peak point of the cycle, like a Full Moon, when the energies culminate and the core themes come into ‘full bloom’. Many Astrologers attribute this cycle to rhythmic changes in the economy. The changing economic patterns affecting us close to home and all over the world are testimony to this. Many feel we are at a crisis point. What we need now is new visions and strategies as well as new attitudes, values, and priorities. With a growing rift between rich and poor, no one can really win. How can the wealthy hope to thrive with peace of mind and satisfaction when people are hungry, desperate and angry? Include the global environmental challenges that will not simply go away and a massive 20 year baby boomer wave now rolling in (1945 + 65 = 2010) the time for new answers and visions is upon us. The egoic attitude of unchecked ambition backed by short-term vision has brought the world to a desperate place. Maybe it is time we learn to honour the higher mind again and stop deferring to the lower minded ego. This is where Astrology can help by activating visions and choices that are more in alignment with our true nature and nature itself.

Aries (Mar 21 – Apr 20)
Love is in the air for you now. Respect is the other end of the deal and is equally important, on the material plane. Your ability to find freedom within confines is also featured. With your sights set on the future, you are willing to exercise some humility and constructive criticism. You may wonder later if you looked twice before you leaped. C’est la vie, you are in a new game now.

Taurus (Apr 20 – May 21)
Although it is high summer, this is a nesting time for you. Making your space according to your creative needs and desires is important. You are willing to do what it takes, but you may need more knowledge and training. Take a cooperative approach by explaining why you need things a certain way. Honouring the same needs expressed by significant others will contribute big to your ‘happy ever after’.

Gemini (May 21 – Jun 21)
Finding freedom within commitment and vice versa is ever ideal and a main goal for you now. This theme may cross over into your public and professional life as well as personal. Are you too fussy and particular in any way? For a more objective answer, try asking other significant players on your stage. If reconciliation seems distant, it may be the sign that it is time to move on.

Cancer (Jun 22 – Jul 22)
Working with change can be harder than we bargained for. Often, the issue is our attitude subject to our attachments and expectations. When we are keen and ‘into it’ we can achieve great things and endure despite obstacles and emerge triumphant. Yet, where there is resistance there is pain and suffering. Summon the courage to face fears and tackle your comfort zone to lay claim to your will power.

Leo (Jul 23 – Aug 23)
Pushing through and beyond is the call now. Other key players and circumstances are pushing you to follow through. Exercising a constructively critical perspective is necessary to prioritize. Discerning what you need and what has outlived its purpose is featured. Trying new approaches includes experimenting with new technology and/or any other innovative methods.

Virgo (Aug 24 – Sep 22)
Exercising a new level of command begins with the planning stages. Happy behind the scenes in your studio, shop or other sort of headquarters is likely now. New ideas are brewing and you sense their power and potential. Yet patience is required as you build upon new foundations. Pacing yourself is also important. Clarify where your commitments lie then proceed one steady step at a time.

Libra (Sep 23 – Oct 22)
Who are your true friends and who are not? Given the ever changing flow of life, the answer may not be so obvious. This is why it is important that we learn to be our own best friend. What this implies and how to do it is another story. It begins with self-acceptance, non-comparison with others, choosing to like and learning to love ourselves and avoiding self recrimination. The universe is asking this of you now.

Scorpio (Oct 23 – Nov 21)
Some situations are more complex than others. Like is full of paradoxes, riddles, apparent contradictions, ironies and so on…. In your case it is about shining in the sun, yet needing to get out of your own way to do so. It is not always about pushing hard. Simply showing up regularly and staying the course often works. Yet setting goals and intentions and living with vision helps you know when to stay and when to go.

Sagittarius (Nov 22 – Dec 21)
An adventurous mood is leading you to explore new horizons. New places, people and/or philosophies are stirring your perspectives. Your next new ‘love interest’ is calling you out.  However, guided by practical considerations all your own, you are not in the mood to simply follow anyone else’s lead. Yet, you do want things to change and to break free from the past.

Capricorn (Dec 22 – Jan 19)
Making the most of the talents and resources of others continues as a central theme. Giving and/or receiving training or instruction is probable and ideal. In some respects, you are at a high point in your life. Knowing how you got here and where to direct your energy and focus next is equally important and may require tenacity and endurance. Exercise your executive!

Aquarius (Jan 20 – Feb 19)
A new light and quality of exchange and expression is emerging on a variety of fronts. Maintaining an active pace and keeping an open mind is important. Your willingness to learn new skills and meet new people is a key to your success. Sometimes we get to do what we like while at other times necessity guides our choices. The busy pace may prove disorienting so clarify your priorities now.

Pisces (Feb 20 – Mar 20)
Creating better health simply begins with clear intentions of taking sincere care of your self. You can still be strong and, in fact, more exercise and the efforts implied may be necessary. Nutrition and exercise is obvious when it comes to health but equally important is cleansing the body, inside and out. Aim to get clear about being cleaner and healthier than ever.