Planetary Changes
Sun
The Sun entered Scorpio last month bringing strong and passionate energy into play. It remains in Scorpio until November 22nd. With Venus and Mercury both retrograde in Scorpio they are joined by the Sun. This is a good time for renegotiating – but take your time. The retrograde of these two planets ends November 13th. Use the Sun’s energy to help you determine the best course of action when the retrogrades end. Watch the
powerful people and leaders and what and how they will be reviewing and discussing. Hopefully, they will find ways to end the hostilities happening around the world.
November 22nd, the Sun will enter Sagittarius. An increase in travel, especially long distance or to foreign locations is likely. This Sun placement supports an optimistic/inspiring outlook. This is great energy for motivational speakers. At the same time, there is a desire for truth and justice. Those in legal fields will be highlighted. Congressional members will see a spotlight on the members’ activities. Foreign countries and policies will be highlighted.
Mercury
MERCURY is a fast moving planet staying in each sign for only about 3-4 weeks. This means it moves through all 12 signs of the zodiac in one year. It has been called the “Messenger of the Gods”. When it enters a sign it influences our thoughts, planning and reasoning. Mercury enjoys conversations, quick wit, making plans, projects and transportation. In someone’s astrological chart, the house their Mercury is in, along with the sign it is in, reveals how their Mercury influences their speaking, writing, and even shows up in how you walk. Walking around helps your mind/Mercury gather information from the environment, giving you info to share which Mercury can do very well. Mercury is the ruler of the signs Gemini and Virgo and the astrological house that has these signs on the house cusps.
MERCURY is in Scorpio and retrograde until November 13. The mind is probing, like a detective on a mission! The few days around the time it will return to direct motion, there may be some craziness due to the shifting energy from retrograde. The following from October still apples: Be careful with electronics and all forms of communications. With this probing mind, you could uncover secretive information. That information may be best kept quiet until you have checked the facts and even then, wait until after mid November to “let the cat out of the bag”!
Once Mercury is direct again, give it a little time to settle back into the fast lane before you move forward with signing contracts, etc. It will continue in Scorpio until December 6th when it will move into Sagittarius and join the Sun. In November, stay on track, dig deep to expose the truth. On a personal note, passions are strong. Be careful of power struggles in love!
Venus
VENUS is fast moving and travels through all 12 signs of the zodiac in one year like Mercury. Venus has always been aligned with love. But, remember, it also rules money! It is a “feel good”, positive energy. When it connects with one of your own astrological planets it can bring love, money or both, or maybe just a few days where you feel awesome. It can also represent an indulgence in those things that could result in excess! Remember, the energy passes quickly through each sign so you want to be able to live with the consequences or decisions you make while it is actively touching one of your planets, especially the personal ones i.e. Sun, Moon, Venus, Mars.
Venus retrograded in Scorpio last month and on October 25, it moved back into Libra. On November 13 it turns direct and pushes forward. It will remain transiting in Libra until the first week of December. At that time it will re-enter Scorpio. During the retrograde, old issues surrounding love and money and those things related to beauty, i.e. makeovers, art and music will need reconsideration. Maybe you simply need to reconsider your budget and shared resources. Simply use this time as a drawing board for positive changes. Once it is direct, you can put your plans into motion.
Mars
MARS takes two years to travel through all 12 signs of the zodiac. It brings energy based on the sign it is transiting. Because it takes 2 years to complete this cycle, it is important to take advantage of the energy it brings to different areas of your life. It can even provide a passionate spark at times as when it touches Venus! It stimulates the mind when it touches Mercury. It is important to maintain a balance when Mars is influencing one of your astrological planets. For example, when it touches your Venus, your passions are ignited and you become involved in a love relationship or activity that you are passionate about. You could also receive an unexpected windfall of money. When Mars touches your Sun there is an increase in your energy and it could become aggressive if in, say, the sign of Aries. Knowing how the planets are energized can help you use that in a way that has positive outcomes.
MARS moved into LEO on Sep 27 remaining until November 25th when it will enter Virgo. While in Leo, it brings drama egos and world leaders into the limelight. Those in authority will be challenged. The entertainment industry will also be focused. There may be outbursts and huge demonstrations of discontentment by those in power. It may seem like you are dancing on a hot tin roof at times! Slow down and listen to the music!
Once Mars enters Virgo on the 25th, the music will stop to allow time for taking care of projects, getting organized, and making appointments for personal care. Pay attention to details but be careful in conversations as you may come across a bit sharp or critical. Perhaps you can take care of or provide assistance to someone who is unable to do for themselves. It is also possible that your work responsibilities are heavier than you imagined! No worries. Turn the music back on and simply work to the beat!