As the Sun shines from the constellation of Taurus, it carries with it the bull’s influence. You’ll feel the urge for comfort and luxury, beauty and art. That celestial message may be a little muddled, though, as the Sun forms a beneficial sextile with Saturn. How does one reconcile comfort and luxury with rules and restrictions?
The question becomes this: do we use art to distract ourselves from chaos and destruction, or do we use it as a tool for revolution and reconciliation?
Nina Simone said, “It’s an artist’s duty, as far as I’m concerned, to reflect the times.” That is the message of the stars this week. Do not use art simply to distract yourself; use it to immerse yourself in the world.
And while you’re at it, there’s enough inoffensive innocuous art out there. Make something revolutionary already.
ARIES
March 21 – April 19
Passion, power, and drive are ignited within, and you may find yourself particularly motivated this week. Use that brain to hatch a master plan to accomplish your desires.
TAURUS
April 20 – May 20
Life is presenting you with an opportunity to embrace your strengths. You’re being tasked with a lot, but you can handle it. Find harmony in relationships and financial matters this week.
GEMINI
May 21 – June 20
Thoughts lead to actions for you, especially this week. Your quick mind allows you to blow through tasks with alacrity. Just don’t let yourself take on too many; do what is most important.
CANCER
June 21 – July 22
Facing obstacles is easier with a little help from your friends. You do a lot to support your loved ones; it’s time to call in some of those favors. You may be surprised at who shows up to lend support.
LEO
July 23 – Aug. 22
Art and work are on display in your realm. What you do is a labor of love, but it is still labor. Don’t price it to sell; your work is a luxury. Honor it by valuing it.
VIRGO
Aug. 23 – Sept. 22
If you’re not particularly motivated by the options you see before you right now, keep your eyes open and your head clear. Instead of spinning your wheels, focus inward on healing and personal development for a while.
LIBRA
Sept. 23 – Oct. 22
If selfish motives aren’t helping you to achieve your desires, try the opposite approach. Who would best benefit from your advice and support? Offer a helping hand where you can.
SCORPIO
Oct. 23 – Nov. 21
To be quick to anger is to be quickly defeated. At least that’s true for you this week. Don’t let things boil over; take a step back. After all, you’re the master of emotional self-control. Remember, being mysterious and stoic suits you.
SAGITTARIUS
Nov. 22 – Dec. 21
Not every love language has to be your love language. Working for others is a way to show your affection without having to actually be affectionate.
CAPRICORN
Dec. 22 – Jan. 19
You have a tendency to use emotions to beat others into submission. This week, try engaging with your emotions instead of using them as a tool; you’ll make more progress that way.
AQUARIUS
Jan. 20 – Feb. 18
Acting for the common good is built into your DNA, but you have a strange way of showing it. Learn to connect with people not by knowing how they think but by understanding how they feel.
PISCES
Feb. 19 – March 20
Living in a delusional world where you never really commit to anything hasn’t worked that well for you, right, Pisces? Don’t fall back on that. Keep pushing forward.
