If you’re feeling a little stormy this week, it’s not just you. There’s some potentially big astro weather happening this week, with the Sun in conjunct Pluto, trine Uranus, and sextile Neptune.
The bright rays of the Sun are illuminating our collective resources and shining light on how they are being used — or misused. All that can lead to some serious questions about how our resources could be better allocated.
Regardless of your stance on geopolitical issues, it’s pretty clear that the humanities haven’t been the highest priority of late. Now we’re seeing the results, including real conflict in the world.
Meanwhile, Mars, the malefic planet of war, forms a conjunction, trine, and sextile with Mercury, Jupiter, and Saturn, respectively. Meaning we can continue to expect high volatility in both personal matters and beyond.
The best-case scenario might be for Mercury to act as a buffer, helping us negotiate all kinds of tumultuous matters.
My advice is to minimize conflict when possible and to give a wide berth to the Mars- and Saturn-ruled among us — Aries, Scorpio, Capricorn, and Aquarius.
ARIES
March 21 – April 19
Temper your enthusiasm for new projects and focus on a healthy work ethic. Think about what’s really sustainable. Set small goals and celebrate their completion.
TAURUS
April 20 – May 20
If you’re gearing up for travel or a new project, don’t rely on your usual “everything will work out” attitude. It’s going to be more “plan for the worst, expect the best.”
GEMINI
May 21 – June 20
Treat work like play this week, and if you’re not having fun devise some tactics to change that. Drudgery and toil aren’t for you, but you’re too smart to let the small stuff get to you.
CANCER
June 21 – July 22
If things are setting you off this week, take a step back and try to pinpoint what seemingly superfluous thing is causing your big feelings — and why.
LEO
July 23 – Aug. 22
A can-do attitude will help you achieve most things you set out to do. Take on tedious tasks this week one by one. Someone’s got to do it, and it looks like right now you’re the one for the job.
VIRGO
Aug. 23 – Sept. 22
Practicality is your superpower. You can take an impossible situation and conquer it with such ease. How do you do that, Virgo? I’m asking for all of us.
LIBRA
Sept. 23 – Oct. 22
Your ability to hold two opposing ideas at once, not committing to either, is really incredible. That is, until you make up your mind — at which point your judgment is absolute.
SCORPIO
Oct. 23 – Nov. 21
Knowing the rules of the game is the best way to learn how to bend them in your favor. Scorpios don’t cheat; instead, they strategize and conquer. What are you conquering this week?
SAGITTARIUS
Nov. 22 – Dec. 21
Whatever it is you’re working on, the resources you need are finding their way to you. Take these opportunities as they come because things won’t always come this easy.
CAPRICORN
Dec. 22 – Jan. 19
Building empires requires allies, Capricorn. And here are some tips for making them: Don’t take more than you need. If your needs are met, share with those around you who may be struggling.
AQUARIUS
Jan. 20 – Feb. 18
Your life is full of rituals. The question is which ones are helping you move forward and achieve your goals? Assess your current routines and decide what you want to carry into the future.
PISCES
Feb. 19 – March 20
A burst of energy may be all you need to lay the first brick, but with slow and steady momentum you can build anything. Don’t rely on short bursts to achieve big projects. One brick at a time.
