| ASTROLOGY FORECAST
APRIL 10 - 16, 2023
All dates and times are given in EDT. Monday, April 10. The week gets off to a pleasant start thanks to some friendly, upbeat energy from the transiting Moon in Sagittarius. It's no secret that the Archer is an adventurous sign, which is why many of you will feel called to expand your horizons. With Venus (pleasure) making her ingress (entry) today into the restless, curious and sociable sign of Gemini, you may be inspired to pursue more than one interest. If so, and especially if you're torn between them, look to Venus (values) to help you decide which one will bring you the most fulfillment at this time. Tuesday, April 11. This is by far the best day of the week. The only caveat is that you should delay starting a new venture or engaging in activities that need a concrete result until after 1:34 PM EDT in order to sidestep the void moon. What makes this day an energetically wonderful one is that Venus is trine Pluto and the Sun-Jupiter conjunction is Cazimi, an Arabic term meaning "in the heart of the Sun." For those of you who are unfamiliar with this term, Cazimi only occurs when a planet's conjunction to the Sun is within 17 minutes (not degrees). It makes the conjunction much more powerful as it brings out the best of planet that is conjunct the Sun. Venus trine Pluto. This influence is a highly beneficial one for relationships (new or existing ones) because it fosters love, intimacy and devotion. It's also very favorable for money, because it promotes the accumulation of wealth. This makes it an excellent day for deepening your relationships, as well as your pockets. Jupiter Cazimi. The transiting Sun-Jupiter conjunction is one of the most feel-good, positive energies because it inspires optimism, enthusiasm and confidence while it increases creativity, passion, joy and self-expression. If we begin something new under this influence (conjunctions mark the ending/beginning of cycles), we do so with a hopeful attitude for a rewarding outcome. However, since this one is Cazimi, it amplifies the best that the Greater Fortune has to offer, and that includes opportunity, growth, justice, faith, wisdom, benevolence, prosperity, generosity and success. So what does it mean for you? It means the odds are high that luck is on your side today. Naturally, there are no guarantees here. It's up to us to work with the energy and make the most of it. Since it occurs in Aries, there's a focus on action (which is why you need to be mindful of the void moon I mentioned earlier), which can be as simple as making a decision about your future direction or as complex as pulling the trigger on a huge venture. And on that note, I encourage you to think twice if you're going to take a bold leap of faith. While it's true that Cazimi traditionally brings out the best in the planet, the truth is it amplifies all of its energy, and there's often a fine line between Jupiter expansion and Jupiter excess. Wednesday, April 12. Don't let today's transiting moon in somber Capricorn cast doubt on yesterday's dreams. Instead, channel its organized, ambitious and hardworking energy to create a concrete plan to make those aspirations a reality. Thursday, April 13. There may be some emotional bumps during the early hours of the day as the moon makes its last aspects before going void from 10:15 AM - 4:43 PM. Since a void moon isn't considered favorable for initiating new ventures or engaging in activities where you want or need a definite result, it's best to stick to routine manners and engage in activities that don't require a specific outcome. Friday, April 14. This is the easily the most challenging day of the week. With Venus square Saturn, some of you may be forced to face a sobering reality about your relationships or finances. If so, it's important to understand there is a good cosmic reason for it, which is to compel you to examine the matter from all angles (including any connection to your self-esteem), so that going forward you don't settle for less than you deserve. Saturday, April 15. The overall energy of the day is a pleasant one that will help soothe the nerves of those of you who had an unsettling day yesterday. Since the moon is void from 11:17 AM - 6:58 PM today, it's best to stick to routine activities that don't require a specific outcome or perhaps use the day for some rest and relaxation. Sunday, April 16. The week ends on a pleasant note with the transiting Moon in Pisces making a series of supportive aspects between 7:00 AM and 7:00 PM that support spiritual practices such as yoga, as well as intuitive development, writing, journaling, artistic endeavors and anything that promotes greater self-understanding. What do you think of this new weekly forecast format? If you like it, let me know! | | TRANSITING VENUS IN GEMINI | | As the sign that presides over the mind, Gemini is curious about everything and everyone, which is why whenever Venus is here, her (and our) social life is a top priority.
It’s true that Venus in Gemini is flirtatious, and at times even fickle, but it’s not because she’s cold or uncaring. Venus is all about relationships, but while the earthy side of her is ready to settle down, her airy side is hard to pin down because her heart follows her head. In other words, romantic attraction starts in her head and then works it way down her body.
Plus, whenever she's in the sign of The Twins, Venus often suffers from a bad case of relationship FOMO.
For that reason, don't be surprised if you're not as eager to commit to something (relationship or otherwise) during this time
Besides relationships, Venus is also about money, and while In this intellectual sign, she loses her strong attachment to it and takes on an easy come, easy go attitude towards that finds her spending it freely on activities that nourish her mind. Even when her chips are low, she’ll manage to come up with enough money to buy a ticket for a fascinating film, a must-read book or have coffee with a friend.
And while under the influence of the Twins, you're likely to loosen the purse strings as well for whatever it is that nourishes you.
One of the biggest takeaways from Venus in Gemini is that life doesn’t need to be fancy or expensive or the finest quality.
It just has to be interesting.
Everything else is gravy. | |
Next week's newsletter will feature my insights into the new moon solar eclipse on April 20 at 29° Aries, which squares Pluto and occurs roughly 24 hours before Mercury officially stations retrograde. In addition to being the second new moon in Aries, this eclipse ushers in the start of the Aries-Libra eclipse cycle.
Eclipse-related events can occur up to a month before the celestial event takes place, and I feel this solar eclipse is/will be tied to a number of significant events on the national and/or global level.
On a personal level, and especially when an eclipse is making a tight aspect to a planet in one's horoscopes, eclipses typically coincide with a significant life event. If we've strayed too far from our soul's intended path, an eclipse (solar or lunar) can serve as a course corrector.
That's why a new moon solar eclipse can coincide with an ending. If something needs to go in order for something new to grow, the eclipse will yank it out by the roots so something new can be planted in its place.
As it happens, that's exactly what it's doing in my life, and I'm going to share it with you next week as a major announcement, as well as a great astrology lesson.
And because you subscribe to this newsletter, you get to hear about it before anyone else!
May Jupiter's blessings be your constant companion,
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