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Horoscope for the Week beginning February 8
By Michael O’Connor
Tip of the week
The New Moon in Aquarius occurs on February 9 at 11:20 p.m. PST. This is ever the key indicator for Chinese New Year. Astrology is deeply woven into Chinese culture and each New Year does not simply correspond to a year count number, it references the animal totem in their Zodiac and system of Astrology. The Water Dragon is passing the torch now to the Water Snake. The element is always repeated twice corresponding to the Yin and the Yang emphasis of the featured element, of which there are five: Water, Wood, Fire, Earth and Metal.
There are many levels or ‘branches and stems’ in Chinese Astrology. The outermost features include the fact that there are 12 signs or totems and when combined with the five elements produces 60 year rounds during which time every sign and every element is emphasized. As with all systems of Astrology, the cycles are linked to periodic celestial orbits. The Dragon and Snake are generally considered the ‘karmic signs’. Whereas the Dragon stirs the pot, tempts the fates and challenges the status quo, the Snake includes in its symbolism the ‘shedding of skins’. This means letting go, change, transformation and renewal.
This will be evident at both collective and individual levels. In the Dragon year cycle we witnessed a rise in accountability. Vigilance was on the rise: leaders were removed from office and heroes were stripped of medals. Of course, according to Mayan Cosmology, 12-21-2012 marked the end and beginning of the Precessional Cycle amounting to 25,625 years. By ratio, we are just a second into this cycle long dubbed the ‘Great Year’. That it began in the year of the Mythic Dragon is apropos and in the water element, which is considered the first of the five. Now the Water Snake will play its part and the official skin-shedding process begins. Gung Hey Fat Choy!
Aries (Mar 21 – Apr 20)
Quality time shared with friends new and old is a highlighted theme now and will continue for the next several weeks. Honouring yours and their individuality is featured. There is a dash of sentimentality in the mix yet dreams of a more fulfilling future are prominent. Letting go and moving on is paramount, yet it may take until spring anyway before old attachments are released.
Taurus (Apr 20 – May 21)
Opportunities to get some extra attention are available now. Your ideals are at a peak and you are in a revolutionary mood. Still, you realize the importance of diplomacy as well. How to win the hearts, minds and support of others is a central question. An emphasis on honesty and higher principles may not be ‘liked’ by some but will win the respect of many.
Gemini (May 21 – June 21)
Inspirations to broaden your horizons are coming through. Travel, culture, adventure or at least intellectual stimulation will satisfy your appetite. In the bigger picture, previously hidden facets of your character require your attention and conscious integration. To fully access this divine download, you may have to take a few risks backed by a bigger leap of faith.
Cancer (June 21 – July 22)
Digging deep beneath the surface you are searching for hidden riches. Generally, the raw materials must be processed to gain full access to the pure substances desired. Spiritual alchemists assert the value of techniques and processes that replace low states of consciousness with higher. Whatever constitutes your hidden wealth, accessing it is a priority now.
Leo (July 22 – Aug 23)
A focus on health will now yield some attention to cultivating harmony in relationships. Quality time shared will remind you of the value of fun, games and play. This can produce a lighter mood allowing your confidence to flow more freely. Interesting people are interested and intimacy deepens when we genuinely acknowledge others and socially engage cooperatively.
Virgo (Aug 23 – Sept 22)
An improvement oriented and innovative cycle is on the rise. The quality of your lifestyle and diet, usual approach and attitude, will undergo critical review. Significant others will push, offer advice and coach you, yet only you can follow through. For wisdom’s sake and out of respect for yourself and those who care, make the extra effort to be aware.
Libra (Sept 22 – Oct 22)
A playful mood prevails. Yet, the need to balance it with a more industrious approach is surfacing. Tuning-in and yielding to this impulse will flow naturally. You will make the extra effort if it affords more playtime. This may well include an escape to some sunny paradise, or at least the desire to do so. If you do get away, however, pay extra attention to stay healthy.
Scorpio (Oct 22 – Nov 21)
The urge to create an entirely different quality of life is spurring you onward. A lifestyle that supports and fosters your sense of individuality is foremost on your mind. To be creative is to be healthy is to be creative…, is an apt motto. How can you have it all? You are willing to gamble, take risks and project a vision that you can. Whatever it takes!
Sagittarius (Nov 21 – Dec 21)
Your social network continues to expand, or at least the desire for it. Yet, there is a price. It includes making needed changes. In turn, these imply living a healthier lifestyle. Your own bodily needs and/or mental and emotional states may be the messenger. This can begin by clearing the clutter, from your home, your mind and your emotional body.
Capricorn (Dec 21 – Jan 19)
Circumstances are pushing you to get clear on what is truly important. Your focus is upon both the short and the long-term. On both fronts your financial health and sense of progress is important. In the shorter term you may feel the itch for a brief escape from the usual routine. If only you could feel at peace enough to relax. Direct your imagination to work for you.
Aquarius (Jan 19 – Feb 19)
The green light to enter new territory is on. It is as though wings have suddenly sprung from your back. Yet, it does take courage to fly. As much as new places without will satisfy, your deeper need is for inner peace and solace. This is a call to venture out for the sake of spiritual retreat. Sometimes we ‘got to get out to go in’ and the light will not get any greener…
Pisces (Feb 19 – Mar 20)
Sometimes we have to do inner work so that the outer path is clear. This inner work may include literal work done behind the scenes, so both apply. Clearing doubt, hesitation and confusion are examples of the inner work. Making deliberate efforts to prepare the way is the outer work. Be the administrator of your dreams and gather and organize tools, materials, resources and key connections.
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