The season of the harvest is here. As we take our first steps into September, the feeling in the air has started to shift. The crowds are dwindling, especially on the weekdays and evenings. For some it’s a welcome change, but for others it’s a wakeup call: time to start thinking in practical terms about the months ahead.
Virgos are most likely to be hearing that call. Leos, Tauruses, and Capricorns also have an inkling that it’s time to get real. Maybe everyone should reread “The Ant and the Grasshopper” right about now.
Luckily, we’re looking at some positive aspects that can help. The Sun and Mercury trine Jupiter will help to expand our access to the things we need.
Mercury’s retrograde may be a slight hindrance, but its conjunction with the Sun and cazimi — a conjunction that’s at the very center of the Sun and considered auspicious — will make mistakes and obstructions visible so you can deal with them before they grow into bigger problems.
We will have to reckon with Venus square Jupiter, which reminds us not to let momentary comforts distract us from long-term goals. Townie summer is a tempting playtime, but there’s more work to do. At the least, harvest the crops that you planted earlier in the year.
Virgo is the most practical of all the signs. They’re smart cookies, and they know very well what needs to be done if we are to enjoy the fruits of our labor. If you need guidance this week, tune into what Virgo has to say.
ARIES
March 21 – April 19
Take care to balance your priorities; doing that now will mean major benefits moving forward. Weigh your options carefully.
TAURUS
April 20 – May 20
Things may be shaping up much differently than you expected. Strange isn’t always a bad thing. Allow a little of it to inform you moving forward.
GEMINI
May 21 – June 20
It is a good week to take things slowly. Whatever you’re working on, make sure you’re paying attention to the details.
CANCER
June 21 – July 22
Avoid direct confrontation this week. Being snappy will not serve you well, especially where your career is involved.
LEO
July 23 – Aug. 22
Pay attention to your meaningful relationships, whether friends or lovers. They require your attention if you want to keep them happy and healthy.
VIRGO
Aug. 23 – Sept. 22
Taking a step back isn’t necessarily bad; sometimes it’s just an opportunity to see the whole picture.
LIBRA
Sept. 23 – Oct. 22
It’s hard for you to decide where to focus. Where does your passion lie? Everything else is just noise. Be true to yourself.
SCORPIO
Oct. 23 – Nov. 21
You know what it means to work hard and play hard. With that comes the responsibility to value your own work. Maybe it’s time to ask for a raise.
SAGITTARIUS
Nov. 22 – Dec. 21
A healthy balance of work, play, and sleep is what you need to keep feeling motivated. Nobody else can tell you how: you get to define what healthy looks like for you.
CAPRICORN
Dec. 22 – Jan. 19If
others don’t seem to see you in a positive light, it’s not your responsibility to change their opinions. Just check in and see if there’s any truth to what they’re saying.
AQUARIUS
Jan. 20 – Feb. 18
“You say you want a revolution — well, you know, we all want to change the world.” That’s your song. Are you actually willing to put in the work?
PISCES
Feb. 19 – March 20
Things may be moving slowly. Times like this provide an excellent opportunity to make solid plans.
