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Horoscope for the Week beginning April 3
By Michael O’Connor
Tip of the week
By now, many people are experiencing, not just feeling, the synchronistic effects of the recent solar eclipse which occurred on March 20 at 29 Pisces 27, the last degree of the Zodiac and a critical degree at that.
It was also the second 29 degree New Moon in a row and was preceded by four 0-degree New Moons, the first of which was also a solar eclipse and all of these framed by a tetrad of lunar eclipses and the now much mentioned Uranus/Pluto square which will remain operative especially throughout 2015. These signs of our times reveal that humanity is taking a sharp turn right now.
The solar eclipse, which occurred on the eve of the official moment of spring, waxes to full on April 4 and culminates into a lunar eclipse. Moreover, it is the third lunar eclipse in a rather rare series of four. Prophets everywhere are thumping about this series, which ends in a super moon lunar eclipse on September 27 as constituting a ‘sign in the heavens’ with echoes of end times on the airwaves.
Altogether these are a feature of a much larger constellation of change. Often we have to step back to see the bigger picture to gain a real sense of whether or how these might be interpreted in terms of representing powerful turning points. The final series of events and thus the sum total of their destined influence have yet to occur. September 27 and January 2016 when the ninth Uranus/Pluto Opposition occurs will bring it to its closure.
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April 3 – 9
Aries (Mar 21 – Apr 20)
It is the presence of the Lunar South Node in your sign that is provoking you, shaking you awake. The destined purpose is to make you more aware of the give side in relationships. There are many ways to give yet those who know best how you can give are those you are giving to. This requires that you check in with them and avoid making assumptions. The time has come to fortify foundations.
Taurus (Apr 20 – May 21)
Making your dreams reality requires you to somehow get out of the way. Doubts, inner fears and resistance, procrastination, lack of focus and the like are some of the common features of blocking our own progress. On the other hand, there is a flow and while the charging bull approach has its time and place so too does idly grazing until inner intuitions and outer signs prompt assertive actions.
Gemini (May 21 – June 21)
Engaging in social and cultural activities has summoned the leader within. As is often true, leadership includes giving more. Fortunately, you feel inspired to do precisely that. Dealing with rebellious urges of late implies the paradoxical act of directing the energy to be more cooperative; a double back of sorts. Creative multi-tasking without losing focus is included in this call to take the lead.
Cancer (June 21 – July 22)
Sometimes when the challenge is to ‘go big or go home’ yours are the first set of taillights to be seen. It is hardly because you are afraid and not up to the task. Rather it is about the monumental efforts required in gladly suffering fools and tolerating control freaks. Yet while you are happy to walk away, even run, you may feel compelled to hold them… for now.
Leo (July 22 – Aug 23)
A process of clearing the old to make way for the new continues. It is likely less about stuff and more about old beliefs, philosophies, visions and self-concepts. Convictions we hold about ourselves and the world and our roles and duties within it can be like mountains before the sandy shores we sometimes seek. The time has come to take a few new risks that challenge the old ways.
Virgo (Aug 23 – Sep 22)
Some very real stirrings on relationship fronts are causing you some concern, perhaps even frustration and stress. However, at best it is these very feelings that are goading you to new perspectives. It may be certain existing relationship patterns no longer work or serve you or others. These discomforts are leading you to new solutions and approaches. See the silver lining.
Libra (Sep 22 – Oct 22)
Circumstances in some of your closest relationships continue to activate you to assert yourself. Financial concerns and/or considerations are featured. One way or another you want certain people to pay. You may simply want them to pay their own way but you may also feel the urge to exact some revenge. Focus on getting them to pay in such a way that you are not left with the bill or other karmic returns.
Scorpio (Oct 22 – Nov 21)
Sweet surrender has its time and place. Ironically, while it might sound like defeat and may in fact indicate victory and wisdom too. Timing is of the essence and as the principles of the Tao and common sense as well suggest, it is good to know when and when not to engage. At deeper levels this is a summons to experience new lifestyle choices and rhythms.
Sagittarius (Nov 21 – Dec 21)
The spirit of new adventures continues to rise. It is calling you to make meaningful contributions to humanistic causes. These can come in all kinds of shapes and sizes. Usually in the natural scheme of things the answers to give to whom or what and how is already within your scope of awareness and reality. Ask how you can give and your will receive answers and inspirations too.
Capricorn (Dec 21 – Jan 19)
A steady series of rumblings and even shakes and quakes close to home continue. They are meant to push you to assert new levels of leadership and responsibility. The twist is that these are meant to be of the feminine sort where empathy, emotional intelligence and nurturance take the place of calculation, logic and command, or at least are ample enough to counterbalance them.
Aquarius (Jan 19 – Feb 19)
New realizations challenging old interpretations are prompting you to see a bigger picture. Sometimes we must first stretch our mind before we can see let alone act upon new possibilities. This process has been described as inner work. As we entertain new considerations we are pushed out, at least in our mind and emotionally, of comfortable, familiar and secure perspectives, like now.
Pisces (Feb 19 – Mar 20)
Finding new ways to make money and/or to realize the abundance and health you desire is now in focus. This requires the cultivation of new skills and talents and/or the polish of existing ones. Taking key initiatives and adjusting to improve as necessary is implied. Exercising self-control to rise above lower appetites, summon inspiration to overcome apathy and cooperate to create win/win deals.
– Michael O’Connor is a professional astrologer with an international clientele. He has 30 years of study in Astrology, Numerology and related metaphysical and spiritual modalities, over 20 years of full-time practice, is an entertaining and inspirational speaker, and writes a popular New Moon Newsletter and Horoscope Column. To learn more about Booking an Appointment, attending one of Michael’s Workshops or Webinars or one of his inspiring Visual Presentations, please visit his website or contact Michael directly. www.sunstarastrology.com or (250) 352-6871 or [email protected]
