astal meanders 18-24 August 2010

In General: It’s a week to be cautious with all things, to take your time with major transitions and decision making. Impulsive, imprudent actions could get you into difficulty. Jupiter under stress has a tendency to blow things out of proportion and make mountains out of molehills.
Unfortunately prejudices are on the increase, along with suspicion and a general fear of the unknown. Saturn and Pluto on the 21st fuel this even more which is an uneasy place for individuals making election choices!

What we have as a result is a general unease all around that makes people more uncertain than usual about committing to almost anything. Of course there is also retrograde mercury to consider from the 20th too!!

With mercury retrograde we can expect mix-ups and general problems around communications, machines, electricity, connectivity, transportation, detailed plans and schedules. This retrograde is in Virgo and in Virgo, trouble happens when folks are so focused on their little corner of the world, and the little details under their control, that they don’t understand the larger reasons for what they are doing. It certainly would not be my choice of a rational and focused election date!! A Full Moon in Pisces on the 24th makes us a little more sensitive and asks us to be prepared to give as well as take. If you have a birthday this week then expect a year of choice, between the old and traditional in your life and the new and untried! On the world scene it is a touchy time for governments. Locally try to stay objective and compassionate!

Quote of the week: I have come to the conclusion that politics is too serious a matter to be left to the politicians. ~Charles de Gaulle

Aries
March 21- April 20
This week you can expect to revisit the past in some way and to have a little light thrown on an old mystery! The early part of the week is mostly focused on entertainment and enjoying the pleasures of life and the latter part of the week will see you focused on health and well being. Mercury retrograde suggests you take care at work!

Taurus
April 21-May 21
Mercury retrograde can make Taureans feel as though all things in life are at a temporary standstill. Love relationships in particular may not be giving you the pleasure you feel deserve! Things do perk up a little after the 23rd. You are creatively inspired after this date and will come up some of your best ideas for the year!

Gemini
May 22-June 21
Some domestic ironing out is required this week Gemini! You need to spend a little time rethinking how you are going to organise things for smooth running on the home front. You need to be careful with family and try to ovoid you usual judgemental stance with them! Family members can be oversensitive!

Cancer
June 22- July 23
You should expect delays, breakdowns in communication and possible computer troubles this week! If you are prepared you will fare better than most! The full moon suggests a good time to settle debts both financial and otherwise! Others may also ask for your help or support at this time. Be generous.

Leo
July 24- August 23
This is not a good time for taking shortcuts with finances. Be organised and do remember to cross the t’s and dot the i’s. Hold off on decision making with finances if you can at eat until Mercury is back on track mid September. Energy levels are good and you are enthusiastic about new projects otherwise.

Virgo
August 24- September 23
Early on in the week you are still taking a little time to catch your breath and reflect on things. From the 23rd however you feel more energise and ready to face the world! You should feel more confident and this increases you natural charisma so expect others to be attracted to you now. Opportunities abound.

Libra
September 24- October 23
Love relationships are highly favoured this week Libra. You are also feeling more assertive and focused than usual. You are enjoying the benefits of networking and sharing projects with others. After the 23rd however you will feel the pace slow down and be ready for a little time out. Be careful that someone is not taking advantage of you.

Scorpio
October 24-November 22
There is so much good energy in your chart Scorpio that not even Mercury retrograde can slow you down! Work can be competitive and demanding but it is enjoyable and stimulating too. All in all you should be feeling pretty good about your life at this time. The Full Moon suggest you do something just foe the fun of it.

Sagittarius
November 23- December 21
It‘s all about stepping outside of the usual routine and doing things that are challenging and energetic this week. The 18th heralds a time when you are the focus of attention and this will give you a needed energy and confidence boost. The 20th suggest you will discover new ways to increase your income.

Capricorn
December 22- January20
The need to function with self discipline and be aware of time management is evident this week. Displaying your leadership skills will work well for you now. The full moon brings added responsibility, more paperwork and people who all need your undivided attention now!! Try to maintain some balance.

Aquarius
January 21- February 19
The desire to travel and expand your horizons in some way is prominent this week. However this is not the time to focus on yourself only! Others will benefit you and you will enjoy being there to support and help them too. You are inclined to want to dig beneath the surface of thins this week to.

Pisces
February 20 March 20
Work is assuming more importance and will keep you very busy this week. Whatever you do or don’t do will be at its most evident now. Emotions will be at a peak towards the end of the week. Partners of all kinds figure prominently this week and you will do well to spend some of your energy sharing experiences and time with them.