The Sun enters the sign of Aquarius this week. Aquarius is the realm of brotherhood, of breaking boundaries, and of a bohemian approach to this bothersome thing called life. Even though its symbol is two parallel wavy lines, which could indicate water, Aquarius is an air sign. To add to the confusion, its constellation also carries the water motif. Aquarius the Water-Bearer resides among several other celestial water symbols, like Delphinus the Dolphin and Cetus the Whale, and is nestled between Capricorn’s sea goat and Pisces’ fish.
Despite the zodiacal ocean into which the Aquarian waters spill, the symbolic waves actually refer to the waters of consciousness — those wavelengths emanating from the mind. In this light, airwaves make more sense, seeing that Aquarius rules new forms of communication and the spreading of ideas.
Humanity is the Aquarian field of experience. As such, Aquarius is a disseminator of knowledge and a teacher of light. Under this sign, borders and differences dissolve on the march toward fraternity and equality. Ruled by Uranus and, classically, Saturn, Aquarius is the herald of progress and change — not necessarily through anarchy and revolution but through a collective striving toward Utopia, which could well be orderly.
Similarly, the Aquarian individual should work toward tempering their unconventional impulses with enlightened limitations. Despite their egalitarian leanings, they must recognize that not everyone will share their vision of a new age and that compromise will require an imperfect world based on perfect ideals.
ARIES
March 21 – April 19
Energy ebbs and flows with ruler Mars conjunct Uranus, affecting your social life. Self-combustion is not a cute look, so take time to air your grievances before you ignite.
TAURUS
April 20 – May 20
Personal relationships might feel like a tug-of-war with ruler Venus conjunct Pluto. Power feels good, but try not to dominate those closest to you. Know your limits.
GEMINI
May 21 – June 20
With the Moon’s angle to ruler Mercury this week, your charm expresses itself in beautiful words. Be mindful of the temptation to silver-tongue your way into getting what you want.
CANCER
June 21 – July 22
You’ll find your words may cast a spell with ruler Moon’s angle to Mercury. As enchanting as that sounds, be careful what you wish for. Nice words don’t always make a nice person.
LEO
July 23 – Aug. 22
Listen up, Jumping-Jack Flash: ruler Sun square to Uranus spells trouble. Don’t get ahead of yourself and do ease up on the dogmatic outlook. Patience is greater than force.
VIRGO
Aug. 23 – Sept. 22
Your wordcraft works a number on those willing to listen with ruler Mercury’s angle to the Moon. As fun as this might be for you, remember that with great power comes great responsibility.
LIBRA
Sept. 23 – Oct. 22
With ruler Venus conjunct Pluto, your relationships become sites for healing or for destruction. Channel your intensity into altruism instead of trying to dominate the truth.
SCORPIO
Oct. 23 – Nov. 21
Ruler Pluto conjunct Venus shores up intense energy that may make your loved ones feel overpowered and can result in destroyed partnerships. Use the force for good, Skywalker.
SAGITTARIUS
Nov. 22 – Dec. 21
Try not to browbeat your peers with dogma despite ruler Jupiter’s square to Uranus. Your highbrow beliefs notwithstanding, dare to enjoy new social experiences without grandstanding.
CAPRICORN
Dec. 22 – Jan. 19
The Sun’s conjunction with ruler Saturn brings a lightheartedness to your tempered tedium. Cultivate cheerful friends for a change and find a creative way to be less serious.
AQUARIUS
Jan. 20 – Feb. 18
Ruler Uranus square to the Sun can bring an erratic energy to your everyday. Independence is good but often leads to stubbornness and dogmatism. Reel it in and relax.
PISCES
Feb. 19 – March 20
Proceed with caution with ruler Neptune square the Moon. This aspect presents a deceiving influence and blurs the boundaries between real and unreal. Ground yourself.
