Expect the unexpected this week when the full Moon arrives in Taurus. Layer on eclipse energy — there will be a total Lunar eclipse in the wee hours on Tues., Nov. 8 — and, well, potential chaos ensues.
Full Moons, as we know, signify release and manifestation. Under them, hidden things are uncovered, including things we must face, or we risk amplifying their power over us.
In Taurus, a full Moon might mess up the material, disrupt cash flow, and force you to steady any emotional instabilities. With the eclipse covering up the Moon, we’ll be extra aware of its effects on the external aspects of our life.
You can look at all of this another way: Coupled with Mars’s ongoing retrograde, this Taurus full Moon eclipse can, if used correctly, help us to rid our lives of energies that run counter to our sense of comfort and self-worth. Don’t expect momentum, but do be open to unblocking yourself. And to taking everything is stride.
When in doubt, tap into this lunation’s conjunction to Venus and listen to your heart.
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: You might notice a negative slant to your feelings. Discomfort is a great teacher if you can move past despair.
TAURUS / TAURUS RISING
April 20 – May 20
Venus square Saturn: Take some well-earned time alone this week. But don’t take that as permission to neglect your duties as a friend and a lover.
GEMINI / GEMINI RISING
May 21 – June 20
Mercury opposite Uranus: You may be a bit scattered. Double check all details if you have to be busy. If not, you might as well shirk your duties and just go with the flow.
CANCER / CANCER RISING
June 21 – July 22
Full Moon in Taurus: Easy come, easy go is a maxim usually applied to the material world. But it can also be a lesson for you in learning to live without limits.
LEO / LEO RISING
July 23 – Aug. 22
Sun opposite Uranus: Don’t resist the urge to have it your way, even if it rocks the boat. You need to express who you are, not who you’re expected to be.
VIRGO / VIRGO RISING
Aug. 23 – Sept. 22
Mercury opposite Uranus: Dial in on the details if you’re feeling scattered or tense. If you can resist responsibility, this is a good time to practice letting go.
LIBRA / LIBRA RISING
Sept. 23 – Oct. 22
Venus square Saturn: You may have to seek a balance this week between some overdue alone time and the delicious adoration of others. Make the effort in both cases.
SCORPIO / SCORPIO RISING
Oct. 23 – Nov. 21
Mars square Neptune: Try not to succumb to your sneaking suspicions. Instead, focus on learning to separate your feelings from the facts.
SAGITTARIUS / SAGITTARIUS RISING
Nov. 22 – Dec. 21
Jupiter conjunct Neptune: You know that your inner spiritual workings are a complex of compassions and complaints. Unravel your riddles and find realization.
CAPRICORN / CAPRICORN RISING
Dec. 22 – Jan. 19
Venus square Saturn: You’d never admit it, but you need your alone time as much as anybody else. Taking time for you doesn’t mean you’re neglecting them.
AQUARIUS / AQUARIUS RISING
Jan. 20 – Feb. 18
Venus square Saturn: You’re no stranger to isolating yourself socially for the sake of your sanity. Don’t beat yourself up over it. Those who matter won’t mind.
PISCES / PISCES RISING
Feb. 19 – March 20
Jupiter conjunct Neptune: It’s time to go deep instead of far. The outside world is wild and loud, but what about the tamer regions within? Take a look inside.
