The spooky season is upon us, and with that and the Sun entering the constellation of Scorpio, transformation will be on tap this week.
Those of us taking part in the traditions of Halloween — dressing up as our favorite ghouls and goblins, witches and monsters — know that the masks we choose are in a way a reflection of ourselves. Maybe you go for one that reveals the darker aspects of your personality, or you put on a persona that shows your love and admiration of someone — real or imaginary.
Whatever you choose to become, take some time to consider what it means to explore those other selves. While change is regularly presented to us as difficult, it is innately human to try out change and become something new, even if just for a night. And Scorpio knows just how fun and whimsical transformation can be. Embrace change.
ARIES
March 21 – April 19
Don’t be surprised if you’re feeling a little bit ornery this week, as all kinds of things may affect you a little more than usual. Protecting your peace may require extra emotional work.
TAURUS
April 20 – May 20
The stories we tell ourselves about who we are determine what we do and how we show up in the world. Whatever narrative is playing out in your mind can help you (or hinder you) on your path to self-realization.
GEMINI
May 21 – June 20
It can be difficult for someone as mentally acute as you are to rely on instincts. While your mind is telling you what should be, your emotions are telling you what is. Allow yourself the grace of trusting yourself.
CANCER
June 21 – July 22
No one sets expectations for themselves higher than you do. There’s a point when the only way to get more out of life is to start expanding your inner world to fit those expectations. Don’t be too hard on yourself in the process.
LEO
July 23 – Aug. 22
You’re entering a time of introspection and transformation. Remember that the things that excite you, the things you’re taking personally, are about you, not about others — even if they set you off.
VIRGO
Aug. 23 – Sept. 22
Cruelty isn’t a good look on you, Virgo. Try to make a little room for compassion and empathy instead. You may be overthinking when you should be questioning the feelings behind your thoughts.
LIBRA
Sept. 23 – Oct. 22
Healing is a process of acknowledging wounds and finding the right medicine for them. Trust the process and you’ll find it can be quite beautiful.
SCORPIO
Oct. 23 – Nov. 21
Your anger is a roadblock this week. If you’re too occupied with it, you won’t make room for imagining a better tomorrow. Don’t let other people rob you of your right to move forward.
SAGITTARIUS
Nov. 22 – Dec. 21
Your deep yearning and longing to understand the world isn’t about knowledge, it’s about experience. Love is in the exploration.
CAPRICORN
Dec. 22 – Jan. 19
What you know and what you feel don’t always line up. Step outside that box you’ve put yourself (or others) into and get some perspective.
AQUARIUS
Jan. 20 – Feb. 18
Take this week by the horns. Recognize that you’re being infused with passion, perspective, and resources, and it would be a shame not to get some real work done.
PISCES
Feb. 19 – March 20
You, Pisces, have the ability to control the narrative in almost any situation. That means you can be manipulative and deceitful, but it also means you know when others are the same. Use your powers for good, and learn to wield the truth like a sword.
