No sooner than is necessary, Mercury finally stations direct from its three-week retrograde right into what astrologers refer to as its “shadow.” Dun dun duuun!
This is an important time in which the tough lessons of the retrograde must be reconciled with our intentions for the future. Nobody said it would be easy. But we can’t let all that hard work go to naught.
As Mercury will be in Virgo, we may find lessons left for us like breadcrumbs waiting to be pecked at and digested. Virgo rules health and service. Maybe you found yourself lacking the energy to make it to the gym or to focus at work. Now is the time to pick yourself up and find the will to move forward.
Fortunately, all this learning and striving can be balanced by Venus moving into Libra, which enhances your sense of pleasure. Tickle anyone’s fancy — even your own. A bird in the hand is worth two in the bush, as they say.
When reading personal horoscopes, read your Sun sign for the “big picture” and your rising sign for “where the work is.”
ARIES / ARIES RISING
March 21 – April 19
Mars square Neptune: Spend time inspiring yourself with creative distractions instead of acquiescing to negative detractions.
TAURUS / TAURUS RISING
April 20 – May 20
Venus opposite Jupiter: Ground your mojo in pleasurable pursuits that may pay off in the end. Interpret that as you will.
GEMINI / GEMINI RISING
May 21 – June 20
Mercury opposite Neptune: This week is not good for making important decisions, plans, or money, Gemini. You’re the star of your own personal romantic comedy.
CANCER / CANCER RISING
June 21 – July 22
Moon in Sag, then Cap: This week starts with fun and adventure, giving way to responsibility. You can do the work and still have a good time.
LEO / LEO RISING
July 23 – Aug. 22
Sun opposite Chiron: Some wounds may affect many lives. Time is the ultimate teacher. Be patient.
VIRGO / VIRGO RISING
Aug. 23 – Sept. 22
Mercury opposite Neptune: You’ll be staying in, skipping plans, and leaving decisions for later this week, Virgo. Slide on those sweatpants and feel good about it.
LIBRA / LIBRA RISING
Sept. 23 – Oct. 22
Venus opposite Jupiter: Turn your focus toward activities that bring you enjoyment and freedom but also tangible, tantalizing rewards.
SCORPIO / SCORPIO RISING
Oct. 23 – Nov. 21
Mars square Neptune: Resist spiraling into sadness and inspire yourself with words and actions that uplift.
SAGITTARIUS / SAGITTARIUS RISING
Nov. 22 – Dec. 21
Jupiter opposite Venus: Find balance between loafing and labor. Be in love with life but be equally enamored with pursuing opportunity.
CAPRICORN / CAPRICORN RISING
Dec. 22 – Jan. 19
Mars trine Saturn: That increase in sex appeal stands to overwhelm your good omens. Go for the long game.
AQUARIUS / AQUARIUS RISING
Jan. 20 – Feb. 18
Mars trine Saturn: You can last a long time in your relationships if you dedicate yourself more to your partner’s needs.
PISCES / PISCES RISING
Feb. 19 – March 20
Jupiter opposite Venus: Love of leisure and call of duty — can balance be found betwixt the two? You’ll soon find out.
