I’d love to tell you it’s going to be a smooth week astrologically, but that would be a lie.
Mercury is retrograding, forming a cazimi with the Sun on April 11. Retrogrades hinder the flow of information and communication and so are usually times we experience diminished abilities. But when a planet in retrograde enters the heart of the Sun, the effects of both planet and Sun are enhanced, giving us all a brief reprieve. That day should lead to some insights that will result in action in the weeks ahead. What we learn then will affect our choices moving forward.
Saturn and Mars conjoin, and this may prove to be a frustrating and difficult alignment for many. Aquarius, Aries, Capricorn, and Pisces will find this especially difficult, as our emotional foundations are being shaken up and challenged. Luckily, Jupiter steps in to smooth things out as it forms a sextile with Mars. This should help us move through the difficulties.
Still, tread carefully as tempers will be running high. Save for during the Mercury cazimi, we can expect communication challenges will lead to some significant disagreements. I’m usually all for self-expression, but not this week. It’s one of those times when we all will do better to quiet our passions and keep our thoughts to ourselves.
ARIES
March 21 – April 19
It’s likely that you are focused on intellectual pursuits this week, but you need to pay attention to comfort, enjoyment, and fun. Take a break from the mental gymnastics.
TAURUS
April 20 – May 20
I hope you’ve been gentle with others’ emotions lately, because it’s likely that any unkindness you’ve handed out may come back to bite you this week.
GEMINI
May 21 – June 20
Now isn’t a great time to push relational boundaries. It’s likely that even your best intentions will be misunderstood or taken out of context. Keep the jokes light or expect to be in trouble with friends and loved ones.
CANCER
June 21 – July 22
This week should feel emotionally rejuvenating if you can overcome the difficulty of handling other people’s chaos and problems. Yes, you are allowed to feel good while others are suffering.
LEO
July 23 – Aug. 22
Maybe you should attempt to communicate through body language this week, because it’s likely your words will be misunderstood or misconstrued. Just try to keep your foot out of your mouth.
VIRGO
Aug. 23 – Sept. 22
Your past may pop back up in one way or another this week, pushing you to address situations that have been left unsettled. Now is the time to take care of unfinished business.
LIBRA
Sept. 23 – Oct. 22
Things may be heating up in your social or romantic life. Be bold and direct in dealing with your feelings and don’t take anything too personally. Have some fun this week.
SCORPIO
Oct. 23 – Nov. 21
You have a keen sense of other people’s perceptions and where the emotional triggers lie. Whether you use that skill for good or harm is up to you, but either way it will come in handy this week.
SAGITTARIUS
Nov. 22 – Dec. 21
Your connection to others is where you’re drawing your strength these days. Your kindness is a powerful resource but be sure to give credit where credit is due.
CAPRICORN
Dec. 22 – Jan. 19
Whatever resources you’re holding, make sure you’re holding them and not hoarding them. This week you may be challenged to behave more equitably.
AQUARIUS
Jan. 20 – Feb. 18
You will reap this week what you sowed in the past few. Whatever the consequences, they’ll likely shake things up. It’s up to you how you put them back together.
PISCES
Feb. 19 – March 20
Tread carefully this week as you may be prone to starting fights — and facing the uncomfortable aftermath. Your stability is being challenged; it’s important to keep calm through the chaos.
