2018 AstroTwins Planetary Planner

The AstroTwins’
2018
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C R E D I T S
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2018 PLANETARY PLANNER
Table of Contents
4 From The AstroTwins: Welcome to 2018
5 2018 Cosmic Overview
MOON PHASES, RETROGRADES + ECLIPSES

12 New & Full Moons in 2018
13 Eclipses in 2018
14 Retrogrades in 2018
MAJOR TRENDS: THE OUTER PLANETS

15 Jupiter in Scorpio
19 Jupiter in Sagittarius
22 Saturn in Capricorn
28 Uranus in Taurus
THE 12 SIGNS IN 2018

34 Aries in 2018 256 Libra in 2018
70 Taurus in 2018 292 Scorpio in 2018
108 Gemini in 2018 328 Sagittarius in 2018
144 Cancer in 2018 366 Capricorn in 2018
182 Leo in 2018 406 Aquarius in 2018
220 Virgo in 2018 444 Pisces in 2018
NUMEROLOGY + CHINESE ASTROLOGY

482 2018 Numerology: The 11/2 Universal Year
486 2018 Chinese Astrology: Year of the Earth Dog
COSMIC CALENDAR
491 2018 Cosmic Calendar: Daily Planetary Guide
2018 A MESSAGE FROM
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human spirit, only to plunge into a judgmental funk
by sundown, thinking, “people suck” or “the world is
doomed.” More than ever, we feel so lucky to have the
tools of astrology to help us shake that off.
Here’s our semi-conclusion: Sometimes, the stars don’t

hand us easy solutions. They offer us rough guidance.
Clues. A trail to investigate.
The stars are as much our teachers as they are our

Dear Reader,
guides—the ones that send us home with a hard
As professional astrologers, we’ve been tracking the assignment and push us to look deeper. Sometimes,
stars for over 20 years. We’ve prosecuted Pluto for they give us more questions than answers. Sometimes,
pulling us into the shadows, slammed Saturn for they speak to us in code.
suppressing our joie de vivre. But at this moment in
history, it seems that we’re living on the most high- In spite of all this heaviness, there actually is a lot
maintenance planet in the solar system: Mother to look forward to in 2018. And there are also hard
freakin’ Earth. As above, so below? Um, not with this choices, sharp turns and adjustments—as you’ll read
much “mama drama.” about in the coming pages.
Every year, we reserve this page so we can attempt to Rather than being mere passengers on this mothership,
encapsulate an overriding theme for the year ahead, it’s time for us to become captains and cruise directors.
to make sense of the cosmic curveballs in a few short We must learn to navigate (the stars have always been
paragraphs. But blanket statements just won’t do now. a great compass) and stay afloat. But we might as well
sing some karaoke on the lido deck and hit the seafood
In 2018, there isn’t one simple, uplifting message that buffet while we’re all trapped in the middle of this
summarizes the entire year—nor is there one that vast existential ocean. The human spirit can’t survive
makes sense of the past couple years. We’ve started without levity, even when everything around us seems
drafts about the need to come together in a time of blanketed in fog.
polarized politics. About how we can acknowledge
our differences without growing more divided and It seems we’re still between ports, and the ride has been
separate. But it all either sounded too cliché, too choppy, storm-filled and as enigmatic as the Loch Ness
kumbaya—or just apocalyptic and depressing. Monster. In 2018, we’ll keep learning how to seize the
wheel and steer ourselves to safe harbor—or perhaps,
One thread was about 2018 being an 11/2 Universal to a brave new world. All hands on deck?
Year in numerology, which is all about balancing
individuality and partnership. Certainly, this duality
is real. Friendships and family ties have been frayed
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2018 HIGHLIGHTS
2018 Cosmic Overview

What’s in the Stars for All of Us?
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ould sweet stability be in the stars in shaping the mood of each year.
2018? We’re cautiously optimistic, Last year, Jupiter was in Libra, the sign of justice
given the last few years of cosmic chaos. and balance. Jupiter rules cross-cultural and
But a peek upstairs reveals a little more international relations, media, travel and higher
quiet than we’ve had in the past few years. education. We saw major shifts in global power and
attacks on journalism’s credibility with “fake news”
By November, three planets (Jupiter, and “alternative facts.”
Saturn and Neptune) will be rooted Unjust travel bans made
in their “home” signs—meaning they headlines—and ignited
will travel through the zodiac sign that multiple lawsuits against
they govern—a cycle that will last the government. There
until December 2019. were also record numbers
of peaceful (Libra)
Effusive Jupiter will be in protests, like the historic
its native Sagittarius from Women’s Marches around
November 8, 2018 until the globe and the airport
December 2, 2019; staunch rallies to decry the attempted
Saturn is anchored in Capricorn “Muslim ban.”
until December 2020 and watery
Neptune is in Pisces until 2024. In 2018, the little things
matter—a lot! Big-picture Jupiter will be in micro-
This is like getting a double-strength dose of what focused Scorpio until November 8, training our
each planet rules: Jupiter’s optimism, Saturn’s attention on the details. Themes of life and death,
pragmatism and Neptune’s compassion. Planets real estate, long-term finances, sex and power fall
are happiest in their own domains, so here’s hoping under Scorpio’s domain. Russia, North Korea, the
we feel their alignment down here on Earth. European Union, the United States: Changing
alliances will further reshuffle the global power
Jupiter in Scorpio & Sagittarius: structures. With truth-telling Jupiter in secretive
Scorpio, we can expect more leaks and shocking
Redefining power.
reveals of “classified” information.
Jupiter reveals where humanity will expand, take
risks and evolve. Since it changes signs every 12 to
When Jupiter returns home to Sagittarius on
13 months, the spotted planet plays a huge hand in
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November 8, international issues will take the manufacturing jobs return to the United States?
spotlight. This entrepreneurial energy will also be a We’ll find out in 2018. The Great Depression
boon for startups and solopreneurs, as we’ll all crave occurred while Saturn was in Capricorn from 1929
more freedom. Travel, publishing and multicultural to 1932, and here’s hoping that we learn from the
relationships will also be hot-button topics. Moving mistakes of yesteryear and keep our expectations—
from Scorpio to Sagittarius is like changing your along with the stock market—grounded in reality.
viewfinder from detail-focus to wide-angle. We’ll
emerge from the intense depths and focus on Meanwhile, generous Jupiter hovers in Scorpio,
broader, more worldly topics. the sign of joint ventures, mergers and pooled
resources, until November. The sharing economy
Work & money in 2018: Jupiter, may boom, possibly out of necessity, as people look
Saturn, Uranus & Pluto step in. for creative ways to consolidate and cut costs. Real
Get ready—the economy is going to go through estate and lending is ruled by Scorpio. Housing
some serious reforms in 2018. Several of the prices could soar, making it a seller’s market. But
outer planets will travel through signs related with over-the-top Jupiter, the bubble might burst—
to finance, power, corporations and shared and Scorpio’s influence could bring some sketchy
resources, shifting the way business is conducted deals back to market. From balloon mortgages to
in some fundamental ways. “no money down” loans, home buyers should be
careful not to get in over their heads or repeat the
Structured Saturn and shadowy Pluto will both mistakes of the 2008
spend the year in patriarchal Capricorn, ruler crash.
of big business, banks, the government and
hierarchy. Saturn is here until December Economic reform
2020, while transformational Pluto is touring could be in the stars
Capricorn from 2008 to 2024. As these as revolutionary
planetary power players inch along Uranus enters
in the same sign, Taurus, the sign of
we may see a rise in money and daily work, for
monopolies but also a the first time since 1942! The
crackdown on scandals. side-spinning planet visits each
Saturn is the “integrity sign for seven years, and it will be here
cop” of the cosmos, exposing shady business. from May 15, 2018 until April 2026. Unpredictable
Uranus will shake up business as usual, revamping
This year may also bring leaner times and the way we spend, earn, save and invest. Innovation
corporate cutbacks. However, old-school and technology will play a role—for example, we
Saturn in hardworking Capricorn could revive a may see the rise of “cashless” businesses and the
bootstrapping work ethic. Will all of those promised growing automation of Artificial Intelligence (AI)
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“Economic reform could be in the stars as revolutionary Uranus

enters Taurus, the sign of money and daily work, for the first time
since 1942, revamping the way we spend, save and invest.”
replacing human labor. Uranus was in Taurus unites in a langorous and harmonious trine
during the 1850s Gold Rush and again from (120-degree angle) with soul-stirring Neptune
1934-42, a historical era that included the Great in May of 2018. The duo will both be traveling
Depression and World War II, but also the Social through emotional and receptive water signs
Security and unemployment policies that are in (Jupiter in Scorpio and Neptune in Pisces) most of
effect to this day. the year, opening our hearts.

Neptune in Pisces: Artistic & spiritual The exact trine will culminate on May 25, but
renaissance. they’ll be in close contact from May until August.
Countering all of this money and work-driven This rare and unifying cycle reminds us that, while
energy, dreamy Neptune continues floating we may be “divided” by cultures and nations, we
through its home sign of Pisces from 2012 to are all one. This could be a banner moment for
2026. Neptune’s touch is evident in the booming love, with merging-minded Scorpio and starry-
wellness movement. Yoga, meditation, crystals, eyed Pisces in the mix. Don’t be surprised if you
retreats—all things “woo” have become decidedly get more than your usual share of engagement or
mainstream as Neptune nears the halfway point of “we’re expecting!” announcements. But Jupiter and
its journey. (Anyone for a $14 cold-pressed, gem- Neptune are freedom-lovers at heart. You can be
infused juice brewed with activated charcoal?) sure that any news will come with an unconventional
Creative, compassionate Neptune champions twist. (“Surprise! Our son was born via natural
the arts and spurs social activism. The shadow hypnobirthing in a yurt and we’re moving abroad
expression of Neptune is secrecy and illusion. to raise him on a collective farm.” Not that there’s
From brewing political scandals to genocide to anything wrong with that.)
ISIS, this cycle has also exposed some hidden
horrors in the world. Water, water everywhere—and not a drop to drink?
On an international level, headlines could center
on the global water crisis and the climate effects
Jupiter-Neptune Trine: Global
of rising temperatures. As polar ice caps melted,
healing and compassion. record high temperatures last winter caused
Could peace finally come to our world—at least,
unprecedented greenery to grow in both the North
in some small way? An awakening of higher
and South poles. Huge swaths of the world lives
consciousness and compassion might arise this
without clean water. Recent statistics from Water.
spring, when cross-cultural ambassador Jupiter
org show that one in ten people (663 million) lack
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access to safe drinking water and 2.4 billion don’t coursing through potent Scorpio until November
have proper sanitation. Since abundant Jupiter 2018, we can expect more changes among the
magnifies whatever it touches and Neptune rules powers that be.
the seas, we may see an ocean-related weather
surge near these dates. Love, sex & relationships in 2018:
Privacy please!
Since 2012, the outer planets have been making Feisty Jupiter is in Scorpio, ruler of sex and
a series of challenging aspects (angles), which intimacy, from October 10, 2017 until November 8,
has shaken up business as usual. Since the large, 2018. While outspoken Jupiter might awaken some
slow-moving outer planets shape generational and evolved attitudes about love and sexuality, it can
global trends, everything from politics to culture also spread some less savory stuff (like new strains
has been impacted. This is the first time in over of STDs). On the other hand, progressive Jupiter,
five years that we won’t experience any major which rules publishing and higher learning, could
battles between these cosmic players. help reform outdated sex education programs.
We might see students learn not just about how
Jupiter and Neptune last made contact when they babies are made but also how to dismantle gender
locked into a tense and heated opposition from stereotyping, protect privacy in the age of Snapchat
August until October of 2015, then again from and sexting, and battle the pervasive rape culture.
March until July of 2016. Their exact faceoff Scorpio rules the psyche, so understanding human
was mid-September 2015, but the effect could behavior and motivations could make a huge
be felt during these whole periods. At the time, difference in safe, consensual enjoyment of our
Jupiter was in analytical Virgo, an odd contrast bodies and sexuality.
to artsy, spiritual Neptune. Complicating matters,
restrictive Saturn (in global Sagittarius) wedged In November, Jupiter will enter try-anything-once
itself in the middle, forming a tense and awkward Sagittarius, offering up plenty of willing playmates
T-square. who are eager to turn those Scorpio-fueled fantasies
into reality. Open-minded Sagittarius is all about
Many people will recall 2015 and 2016 as loving across so-called boundaries in gender, race
especially tough years, and the Jupiter-Neptune- or religion. Long-distance love could move beyond
Saturn conflicts only fueled this intensity. There time-zone-crossing WhatsApp chats, as global
was also a series of harsh angles between Jupiter, Jupiter in Sagittarius brings new ways to connect.
revolutionary Uranus and shadowy Pluto in 2016 With Jupiter in this dishy sign, conversations may
and 2017. These erupted in chaos and confusion, come with a TMI alert, as people share explicitly
especially on the political stage. Global alliances and unapologetically about their escapades.
reshuffled—with conflict coming from every angle, (There’s a reason the Parental Advisory sticker was
and primarily involving the Middle East, North invented a year after Jupiter left Sagittarius!)
Korea, Russia and the United States. With Jupiter
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With Saturn in conservative Capricorn, we may do well. Instead of fast fashion, we might want
see an uptick in more traditional relationships hand-engraved and artisan pieces with a rich story
running parallel to (and perhaps in response to) behind them.
these Jupiter trends. Promise ring, anyone? In other When Jupiter moves into larger-than-life
cases, Saturn’s suppressive effect will find outdated Sagittarius for 13 months on November 8, styles
institutions crumbling as people lose their taste for will shift from exclusive to over-the-top. We’ll want
exclusionary and irrelevant customs. Since Saturn comfort, personality and fun clothing that makes
rules aging, we may see a rise in weddings or vow an undeniable statement. Decorating could also
renewals among older people—a spike in Boomer trend toward colorful and international now, with
brides, perhaps? oversized furniture and statement pieces making
a comeback. Exaggerated details and eye-popping
Fashion, decor & style in 2018: colors will return.
Teased, tatted…and tailored.
Smoky eyes, seductive silhouettes, lingerie-inspired When Jupiter visited hedonistic Sagittarius in 1995,
styles…fashion takes a turn for the smoldering we got the campy, colorful movie Clueless and its
with Jupiter in sexy Scorpio until November 8. shop-’til-you-drop ethos, and Jupiter’s 1983 tour
Paging Madonna circa 1992! Designers might take of Sagittarius introduced shoulder pads, roomy
inspiration from burlesque, pin-up—even bondage, parachute pants, wild-patterned Swatch watches
creating looks designed to and multi-hued jelly shoes. This Jupiter cycle also
make a statement about sexuality brought the roots of athleisure and street style,
and its ever-increasing fluidity. unleashing a wave of leg warmers, headbands and
Hairstyles may get sleek, Spandex leggings to coincide with the aerobics
severe and choppy, and we and breakdancing crazes. Slouchy, off-the-shoulder
could see a turn from honey- sweatshirts (inspired by the movie Flashdance) were
hued highlights and everywhere, and Madonna’s “Lucky Star” video put
cotton-candy dye mesh crop tops, giant hair bows and lace gloves on
to inky blacks and every girl’s wishlist. By the end of 2018, we’ll want
navys. clothing that frees, rather than binds, because this
transit will have us on the move!
Mysticism and other “hidden” or
underground scenes could also weave their way in. Running parallel to these trends, as structured Saturn
Interior design could also adopt a heavy, incense- returns to its regimented home sign of Capricorn all
laden boudoir or fortune-teller influence. Scorpio year, military-inspired looks could also make their
could bring back black leather dresses with corsetry way back into the zeitgeist. Brass buttons, tailored
or elaborate getups that take time and effort to put trenches, epaulets and patches could pair with heavy
on. With detail-loving Scorpio as stylist, custom, boots—or hiking ones, since Capricorn is symbolized
limited-edition and “small-batch” lines could also by the mountain goat. The concept of “uniform”
dressing may take hold, as busy people seek ways to
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look stylish without losing billable Jupiter in transformational Scorpio

hours. Interestingly, Saturn’s last might bring a rise in self-healing that
visit to Capricorn from 1989 to includes energy medicine, microdosing,
1991 coincided with a recession ayuhuasca and shamanic work.
and the need for practicality.
The preeminent staple of these Scorpio rules birth, death and
years was the jacket. Blazers were reincarnation, and during this
teamed with everything: T-shirts Jupiter cycle, cutting-edge brain
and leggings, jeans and shorts, science could emerge about how to
skirts of all lengths. A well-made slow and even reverse dying. People
blazer might be your Saturn in may work to overcome their fear
Capricorn essential. Mix it with of death, backed by spirituality
a corset, a babydoll dress or and science. The Near Death
oversized “Hammer pants”—use Experience might become fodder
Jupiter (and your own judgment) for closer examination. Worldly
as your stylist! Jupiter may inspire a closer look at
how non-Western cultures treat death as a sacred
Health & wellness: From research process. Our own beloved staff member Melissa
to reincarnation. recently trained to be a “death doula,” learning
Pioneering discoveries will make headlines as techniques to shepherd people through their
Jupiter deep-dives into inquisitive Scorpio until transition. Philosophical Jupiter makes us more
November 8. This transit may bring breakthroughs inquisitive about metaphysical end-of-life options,
in research, especially around diseases spread ones that go beyond dying in hospice or a hospital.
through infections and the blood. Psychology is also Fascination with the afterlife and past lives could
ruled by Scorpio, and new therapy developments also spread, perhaps with new scientific evidence.
could emerge.
Whew! After all this intensity, we’re ready to feel
Doctors may pioneer cutting-edge cancer alive. On November 8, Jupiter moves into worldly
treatments or life-extending clinical trials that Sagittarius for 13 months.
actually work. With Scorpio’s mystical bent, Athletics, outdoor
groundbreaking members of the medical field could adventures and joie
integrate holistic treatments or “plant medicine” de vivre replace the
into their practices. Move over, pharmaceuticals— Scorpionic intensity.
the growing field of psychopharmacology is using Jupiter is the god
magic mushrooms and MDMA to treat cancer- of the feast, and
related depression and PTSD. Could we see an in its home sign
FDA approval with Jupiter in Scorpio? Either way, of Sagittarius,
2018 HIGHLIGHTS
“Year of the Dog traits include humble service, friendship and

kindness—and we could all use a little more of that.”
excess abounds. Healthy eating will have to feel Year of the Earth Dog: Loyalty rules.
decadent, bountiful and communal (generous Roll over, Rooster—El Bow Wow is in the house.
Sagittarius loves to share). International influences After a year of the fastidious Fire Cock strutting
will inspire new fusion dishes, and new superfoods around keeping order, the Year of the Earth Dog
will join the ranks of acai and maca. More people begins. Dog energy is playful, happy and loyal.
may begin growing and farming their
own food, and organic neighborhood But to whom does that loyalty
plots could pop up everywhere with belong? Dogs are pack animals who
an added focus on preserving soil follow a strong and decisive Alpha
integrity for growing prime food. figure. During this Chinese zodiac
Since brainy Sagittarius loves to cycle, we must be careful not to be
learn and teach, education around seduced by strength alone. Might
nutrition and fitness will boom. This does not make right, and the Dog
entrepreneurial transit might also Year reminds us not to be obedient
bring a rise in celebrity instructors, followers who succumb to authority.
coaches and trainers. Praise and a pat on the head feel great,
but the world needs critical thinking,
Numerology in 2018: not blind devotion (or seduction by
An 11/2 Universal Year. biscuit).
Come together! After three transitional
years, a unifying numerological cycle The Dog is associated with the
arrives. The “2” vibration inspires Western sign of Libra, a lover of
partnership, and this year is especially beauty and grace. Lavish entertaining
potent because it also contains the master number and formal events could make a comeback and we
“11.” Universal years are calculated by adding may see a renaissance for the design industry. The
the digits of the year (in this case 2+0+1+8 = 11; best traits to emerge from these Dog days will be
1+1 = 2). Working together, compromising and humble service, friendship and kindness, and we
choosing high-vibe alliances will be a strong and could all use a little more of that! u
much-needed theme. That said, 11 is a double
vibration of 1, so we can expect another year of
rapid-fire change and independence, even as we
move toward greater cooperation.
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New & Full Moons in 2018

Manifest and motivate by the moon’s phases.
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ollowing moon cycles can be a great time to kick off any new projects or idea. Lay the
way to set goals and reap their benefits. groundwork for what you want to manifest in the
Astrologers believe that our energy coming six months. Set intentions or initiate plans
awakens at the new moon, then peaks and tend to them for a half year.
two weeks later at the full moon. In many cultures,
farmers have planted by the new moon Full moons are times for completions,
and harvested by the full moon. Why creative outpourings, and harvesting.
not get a little lunar boost for your They’re also your cue to cash in
own life? on anything you started at the
corresponding new moon six
There is also a six-month buildup months earlier. What have you
between new and full moons. Each been building toward? Full moons
new moon falls in a specific zodiac act as cosmic spotlights, illuminating
sign. Then, six months later, a full what’s been hidden. It’s an opportunity
moon occurs in that same zodiac sign. to take stock of your efforts. Don’t like the
direction things are taking? Change course at the
New moons mark beginnings and are the perfect full moon. u
2018 New Moons 2018 Full Moons

1/16 Capricorn 9:17pm 1/1 Cancer (supermoon) 9:24pm
*BASED ON EASTERN STANDARD TIME
2/15 Aquarius (solar eclipse) 4:05pm 1/31 Leo (total lunar eclipse/supermoon) 8:26am
3/17 Pisces 9:11am 3/1 Virgo 7:51am
4/15 Aries 9:57pm 3/31 Libra 8:36am
5/15 Taurus 7:47am 4/29 Scorpio 8:58pm
6/13 Gemini 3:43pm 5/29 Sagittarius 10:19am
7/12 Cancer (solar eclipse) 10:47pm 6/28 Capricorn 12:53am
8/11 Leo (solar eclipse) 5:57am 7/27 Aquarius (total lunar eclipse) 4:20pm
9/9 Virgo 2:01pm 8/26 Pisces 7:56am
10/8 Libra 11:46pm 9/24 Aries 10:52pm
11/7 Scorpio 11:01am 10/24 Taurus 12:45pm
12/7 Sagittarius 2:20am 11/23 Gemini 12:30am
12/22 Cancer 12:48pm
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Eclipses in 2018
Brace yourself for big changes, plot twists & bold moves.
E
clipses happen four to six times a year, his sleep. (Incidentally, Seymour was also born
bringing sudden changes and turning on a solar eclipse in 2004. Talk about a powerful
points to our lives. If you’ve been transition!)
sitting on the fence about an issue, an
eclipse forces you to make a decision. Unexpected There are two types of eclipses—solar and lunar.
circumstances arise and demand a radical change Lunar eclipses fall at full moons. The earth passes
of plans. Truths and secrets explode into the open. directly between the Sun and the moon, cutting
Things that aren’t “meant to be” are swept away off their communication and casting a shadow
without notice. Shocking as their delivery can be, on the earth, which often appears in dramatic
eclipses help open up space for the new. red and brown shades. A solar eclipse takes place
when the new moon passes between the Sun and
The ancients used to hide from eclipses and viewed the earth, shadowing the Sun. The effect is like
them as omens or bearers of disruptive change. a spiritual power outage—a solar eclipse either
And who could blame them? They planted, makes you feel wildly off-center, or your mind
hunted, fished and moved by the cycles of nature becomes crystal-clear.
and the stars. While the modern astrological
approach is not fear-based, we must still respect The effects of an eclipse can usually be felt for
the eclipses’ power. We’ve experienced major three to five days before and after the event
events in our own lives: Ophi met her husband (some astrologers say eclipses can announce
Jeffrey on a solar eclipse in 2006, and at last year’s themselves a month before or after, too). Expect
Leo total solar eclipse, her beloved 13-year-old the unexpected, and wait for the dust to settle
dachshund, Seymour, passed away peacefully in before you act on any eclipse-fueled impulses. u
2018 Eclipses
1/31 Total lunar eclipse (Leo)
2/15 Solar eclipse (Aquarius)
7/12 Solar eclipse (Cancer)
7/27 Total lunar eclipse (Aquarius)
8/11 Solar eclipse (Leo)
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Retrogrades in 2018
When planets go “backward,” slowdowns and chaos can ensue.
Y
ou’ve heard the hype about crashing computers, causing misunderstandings,
retrogrades—but what are they, really? delaying flights, and even souring deals. Astrologers
When a planet passes the Earth in its typically warn against traveling, buying new
journey around the Sun, it’s said to be electronic gadgets or signing legally binding
going retrograde. From our vantage point on Earth, contracts during Mercury retrograde. However,
it is almost as if the planet is moving in reverse. This all planets go retrograde at a certain point. Venus
is an illusion, but it’s a bit like two trains passing reverses course every 18 months; Mars, every two
at different speeds—one appears to be going years. The outer planets—Jupiter, Saturn, Uranus,
backward. When a planet goes retrograde (for a few Neptune and Pluto—spend four to five months
weeks, or sometimes even months), everything that retrograde every year.
falls under its jurisdiction can go a bit haywire.
Survival tip: Think of the prefix “re-” when
The most commonly discussed retrograde is planning the best use of a retrograde. Review,
Mercury retrograde, which happens 3-4 times a reunite, reconnect, research. Retrogrades aren’t the
year. Mercury rules communication, travel and best times to begin something new, but they can be
technology, and these transits are notorious for stellar phases for tying up loose ends or giving a
stalled mission a second chance. u
2018 Retrograde Planets & Dates

MERCURY MARS URANUS
March 22–April 15 June 26–August 27 August 7–January 6
July 26–August 19
November 16–December 6 JUPITER NEPTUNE
March 8–July 10 June 18–November 24
VENUS
October 5–November 16 SATURN PLUTO
April 17–September 6 April 22–September 30
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Jupiter in Scorpio
Jupiter in soulful Scorpio illuminates money, power and mysticism
from October 10, 2017 – November 8, 2018.
H
ow deep is your love? Insert for secret. In fact, the world could grow fascinated with
“what” or “whom” here! Ever since the esoteric—from unsolved mysteries to the occult
Jupiter changed wavelengths from to paranormal occurrences. Since Scorpio rules
fair-and-balanced Libra into never- the erotic, we’ll want to peek behind those lace-
to-be-forgotten Scorpio on October 10, 2017, life trimmed velvet curtains for a few boudoir hacks,
has gotten more intense. Last year had its share of too. From crop circles to riding crops, Jupiter in
neck-swiveling moments, to be sure. sexy and spiritual Scorpio will take us there!
We experienced a few crashes and burns on the Scorpionic themes of life, death, rebirth and s-e-x
road to creating some semblance of Libra peace will occupy universal consciousness. And with
and harmony for most of 2018, we can sit back global Jupiter here, our search for other life forms
and watch the mighty Scorpio phoenix rise, as could expand. Fun fact: The epic blockbuster E.T.
abundant Jupiter plays alchemist, helping debuted in 1982 while Jupiter was in Scorpio,
us transmute the smoldering ash into pure along with Michael Jackson’s Thriller—an (at
gold. the time) unprecedented ten-minute long
video featuring zombies creeping from their
Call it…abundance with a (leather) crypts.
twist. Outspoken Jupiter in enigmatic
Scorpio will reach into the depths It will be a relief to have optimistic
and broadcast its findings, loud and Jupiter here, because from 2012 until
proud. Jupiter was last in Scorpio 2015, we weathered heavy Saturn
from October 25, 2005 until lumbering through Scorpio, adding
November 23, 2006. Page back and more weightiness to spiritual,
reflect: What similar situations (or emotional and sexual matters.
actual people) are resurfacing now?
With adventurous Jupiter
While Jupiter is in mystical and touring the sign of mystery,
seductive Scorpio, everything is we’ll take a lighter and more
sacred, but the planet of exposure experimental approach—
will make it hard to keep anything a but also a philosophical
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one. Jupiter rules publishing and broadcasting. and parachute pants might be surprisingly chic
Books, shows and podcasts dealing with topics of now. Styles meant for the sheets could make their
transformation (financial and personal) could gain way onto the streets. Move over, athleisure; make
popularity. With psychological Scorpio at play, way for…athlingerie? Dark sunglasses, spywear,
we’ll all want to pop the hood and see the inner and all-white or all-black could make a comeback.
workings. Egalitarian Jupiter in wealth-conscious
Scorpio might street-style the
Fashion & style with custom suit or Wall Street tycoon
Jupiter in Scorpio. look.
Leather, hardware, bondage
or bandage—Jupiter in Sexual liberation: Getting
sultry Scorpio brings us in tune with your soulful
body-con with a dollop sexiness.
of dominatrix. The Fifty Peek-a-boo! Outspoken Jupiter
Shades franchise already and private Scorpio don’t
took S&M mainstream make the most natural of
(making a cloying attempt to bedfellows, but their pillow talk
romanticize it while Jupiter can be stimulating and spicy
was in sticky-sweet Libra), but nonetheless. Since Jupiter rules
there’s room for a resurgence higher education, you might take
of “power dressing” and some intellectually and erotically
lingerie-inspired fashion. stimulating workshops, expanding
your boudoir repertoire and learning more about
The epic prime-time soap opera Dynasty became a your own sensual nature. Reading up on sexual
television sensation in 1981 during Jupiter’s tour of development may also give you deeper insight
Libra and Scorpio, bringing us embellished jackets, into your own carnal desires, since Scorpio rules
padded shoulders, shiny dresses and the lacy the psyche. (So that’s why you keep falling for
teddy nightgown to pair with scandalous, come- that type!) Jupiter is wild but also high-vibe, and
hither “nightcaps.” It was the perfect wardrobe this cycle could lend an air of mindfulness to our
for a backdrop of feuding families, lavish wealth, intimate encounters.
backstabbing, lust and greed—the Scorpionic
extremes.
Love & relationships during Jupiter
With sporty Jupiter in severe Scorpio, fashion
in Scorpio.
Although Scorpio is the sign most associated with
could play up contrast by mixing high and low
sexual exploration and erotica, it is also the natural
in innovative ways. A combo of Jimmy Choos (a
ruler of the eighth house of soulful mergers.
Scorpio himself), a vintage Members Only jacket
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Jupiter’s run through marriage-minded Libra may become a more widespread health concern.
have brought an uptick in back-to-basic merging Interestingly, Jupiter was also in Scorpio from late
by way of the traditional vows and contracts. With 1981 until late 1982, just as the AIDS crisis took
philosophical Jupiter in Scorpio, one can only swipe hold. In January 1982, the first-ever AIDS clinic
for so long or explore sexual positions from so many was established in San Francisco. During this cycle,
angles until…well…even that becomes mundane. the Gay Men’s Health Crisis was founded and the
Under Jupiter’s expansive touch, could depth of CDC used the term “AIDS” for the first time. We
bond be the new “kinky” in today’s social-sexual may see inspiring advances in stem cell research
climate? or new cures for cancer, particularly lymphoma,
leukemia, ovarian and prostate cancer.
Rethinking monogamy?
Deep-diving Scorpio is known for being jealous On an international level, Jupiter in Scorpio
and possessive, but experimental Jupiter is all could lend support to women’s sexual health and
about freedom. These energies are a curious mix reproductive rights. With Planned Parenthood and
that could lead to some interesting explorations Roe v. Wade under the gun in the U.S., this cycle
and philosophical debates. Where is the line could spur another historic Women’s March and
between commitment and ownership—and how other forms of activism. Sex trafficking and female
do we maintain our freedom within a permanent genital mutilation are still rampant, including in the
commitment? With Jupiter in Scorpio, we’ll explore U.S. and other modernized nations. Did you know
how we can go deeper in relationships instead of that 1 in 3 girls in developing countries are married
broader. If you’re serious about exploring—or even before age 18? On top of that, complications
just looking for a new take on monogamy—you during pregnancy are the leading cause of death
might check out a book like The Ethical Slut, which for 15-19 year-old females globally. Women make
addresses the very real issue of jealousy from a more up the majority of the world’s poorest citizens.
introspective angle. Read up on “compersion,” Yet, educating girls—which is forbidden in many
which is the flip side of jealousy: the positive parts of the world—is one of the keys to ending
feelings one gets from seeing a love interest enjoy poverty and creating world peace. With a small
other friends, creative collaborations and (should microloan, a woman can start or sustain a business
you dare to dabble) even romantic relationships. in a developing nation. This Jupiter cycle might
help girls and women gain access to education,
Breakthroughs in disease research, healthcare and economic opportunity.
reproductive rights.
Scorpio rules research, and with global Jupiter Financial reform, investing wisely.
here, certain infectious and contagious diseases Equitable Jupiter in power-player Scorpio could
could become pressing world health issues. Since bring highs and lows to financial issues. This may
sexuality, bloodwork and reproductive health fall be an abundant time for the stock market, as Jupiter,
under Scorpio’s domain, the Zika virus might the cosmic gambler, makes people more willing to
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take risks with their investments. Caution: Jupiter with addictive substances and obsessive pursuits,
can also breed overconfidence, so don’t turn your as you could be drawn to danger now. If you’re in
Dow Jones dabbling into straight-up gambling. recovery or battling with a vice, Jupiter in Scorpio
Keep that portfolio diversified with a mix of demands an “all or nothing” 12-step approach
higher-risk (Jupiter’s domain) stocks and safe bet of avoiding the first sip or interaction—no gray
investments like bonds and mutual funds. shades here. Mental health issues might gain more
exposure and understanding during this cycle. It was
Scorpio rules joint ventures, shared assets and “other during Jupiter’s 1994 transit of Scorpio that Kurt
people’s money”—loans, inheritances, royalties, Cobain committed suicide, having suffered with
commissions, debt and property ownership could both heroin addiction and depression. Hopefully,
all become hot issues. Jupiter in Scorpio is also a high-minded Jupiter will bring more education and
great time to do retirement and estate planning, to awareness to these widespread struggles.
build up your savings or to get a living will in order.
You might consolidate your debt, cut up your credit New outlooks on death & afterlife.
cards or look for ways to get tax breaks through Jupiter in mystical Scorpio piques our interest in
charitable giving. Scorpio rules real estate, so this the paranormal, life after death and the esoteric
cycle could be a boon for the property market. realm. Scorpio is associated with death and
With housing prices tipping the scales in major reincarnation, and if you’ve lost a loved one, you
U.S. cities, we may see people flocking to develop might find comfort in reading Many Lives, Many
midsize cities, living more communally or finally Masters by Dr. Brian Weiss (a Scorpio himself). You
bursting the real estate market’s bubble. could book a session with a reputable medium or
explore the deeper question of “Who am I beyond
Truth-teller Jupiter might also expose corruption my body?” While our bodies are finite, atoms
among the “one percent.” The wealthy may have and energy never die, so the eternal presence
to open up their confidential files and banks could of the “soul” may get deeper scientific support
go through scrutiny. Allegations of fraud and Ponzi now. Perhaps we’ll move beyond sensationalized
schemes could dot the headlines. Watch out for “ghost hunter” and horror movie stereotypes and
network marketing companies that have a pyramid gain a deeper understanding of life after death.
structure. With cocky Jupiter in Scorpio, we might Some people may even explore ways to have out-
fall for someone’s big promises of overnight millions of-body experiences, experimenting with sound
and early retirement. That said, this Jupiter transit healing, holotropic breathing or “micro-dosing,”
could bring legitimate ways of earning passive or even going all the way to the esoteric realm with
income through affiliate programs, commissions, a shaman-led ayahuasca ceremony.
royalties and other “shared economy” innovations.
Regardless of what actually manifests during this
Addiction and recovery. Jupiter in Scorpio transit (at a global or personal
Scorpio tempts us to live on the edge, and adventure- level), rest assured: It will anything but routine. Time
seeking Jupiter only fans those flames. Be careful to dive deep! u
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Jupiter in Sagittarius
Global connections ignite as Jupiter returns to its home sign
from November 8, 2018 – December 2, 2019.
S
weet home, Alabama! Or is that Australia, What were you doing 12 years ago? You may see
Argentina or Amsterdam? On November themes from that time in your life emerge once
8, 2018, global Jupiter lands in its native again.
sign of Sagittarius for a 13-month visit.
Jupiter is the natural ruler of Sagittarius, so we’ll Cast a wide net! Travel and
get a double dose of expansive and enterprising international friendships.
energy. Bring on the positive thinking and limitless While Jupiter is in Sagittarius, we’re hungry for
possibilities! A spirit of adventure overtakes us fresh experiences and mind-expanding ideas.
now, and it’s such a refreshing change. Ready to Stretch beyond the familiar! Spin the globe and
take a bold leap of faith? There’s nothing Jupiter visit a country that’s on your bucket list. Learn
loves more than a gutsy risk, so strap on your a foreign language or engage
multicolored parachute and jump! in philosophical dialogue with
people from different cultures
Jupiter’s move from myopic and backgrounds. The travel
Scorpio to big-picture Sagittarius sector could boom during this
is like adjusting our viewfinders Jupiter cycle, as new innovations
from microscopic detail to shorten the distance between
a wide-angle setting. We’ll us and our global neighbors.
emerge from 13 intense and From high-speed planes and
transformational months in trains to sleek new airports to
the Scorpio cocoon, exiting the next iteration of FaceTime
the chrysalis and spreading our and WhatsApp, time zones will
butterfly wings like it’s Carnival soon be “nothing but a number.”
season in Brazil. What a bright
and wonderful world we will see The way we travel could evolve,
through the optimistic Sagittarius as it has during past Jupiter in Sagittarius
lens! Be sure to soak up the happy-go-lucky vibes cycles. In 1924, while Jupiter was here, the U.S.
while you can—Jupiter only visits each sign every Army completed the first-ever ‘round the world
12 years. Its last tour of Sagittarius was from flight. The inaugural Hindenburg flight was in
November 24, 2006, until December 18, 2007. 1936, during Jupiter’s next visit to Sagittarius.
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Where will Sagittarian invention if there ever was one. By

we go next? November of that year (close to the end of that
With a space Jupiter cycle), Apple had sold more than 1.4 million
race already iPhones.
underway,
the first “beta The precursor to the selfie was also born while
launch” may Jupiter was in Sagittarius. The first Polaroid Land
come sooner than expected. And after the budget Camera introduced instant photography to the
woes and customer service scandals that airlines world in 1947. (Interestingly, manufacturing ended
suffered in 2017, flying the (not-so) friendly skies in 1983, during a later Jupiter in Sagittarius cycle.)
could get a much-needed upgrade once Jupiter It will be fascinating to see what Jupiter’s next spin
transits into the Archer’s realm. through Sagittarius will bring, especially since
publishing and media also fall under this cosmic
New ways to learn and earn. umbrella. Will touchscreens and swiping go the
Higher education will benefit from Jupiter’s way of CD players and cordless phones?
college tour of nerdy-cool Sagittarius. From
online academies like Udemy and Lynda.com, to Publishing and broadcasting:
new ways snag a degree (without the staggering A media revolution.
debt), this transit might reform the way we learn Sagittarius and Jupiter both rule publishing, and
and earn. With globetrotting Jupiter in freedom- indeed the way we consume media has changed.
loving Sagittarius, we’ll find new ways to make From “fake news” and data-mined “suggestions,”
a living that don’t require us to be chained to a from Amazon to the binge-watching and YouTube
physical location. Think beyond the nine-to-five: revolution, anyone can find a platform to air their
Jupiter in entrepreneurial Sagittarius could foster views. Expansive Jupiter in Sagittarius will bring
some fascinating startups. Traditional companies new developments for consuming and making
may start to encourage “intrapreneurship” (being media. During a 1936 Jupiter transit, the BBC
entrepreneurial within a corporation), offering aired its first televised broadcast; forever changing
perks like flexible hours, remote work and other the way news is received. Since Sagittarius rules
gig-economy benefits that help them retain happy morals and values, journalistic ethics could become
employees. Will the dreaded commute die a a major topic of debate.
merciful death?
Love thy neighbor: Cross-cultural
This Jupiter cycle can bring new ways to spread
issues take the stage.
a message across the miles. In 1983, Jupiter in
Immigration and cross-cultural issues have become
Sagittarius brought us the first-ever mobile phones,
charged topics in the last couple years, and with
introduced by Motorola. Jupiter’s most recent
Jupiter in multicultural Sagittarius, they might
visit to Sagittarius in 2007 gave us the iPhone, a
take front-burner status. In the best-case scenario,
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“In the best-case scenario, Jupiter in Sagittarius could be

a time of cross-cultural harmony and rekindled diplomacy.”
Jupiter in Sagittarius could be a time of cross- Margaret Thatcher and Fidel Castro took power.
cultural harmony and rekindled diplomacy—a The Nixon Watergate scandal also played out while
welcome relief from the xenophobia that rose Jupiter was in Sagittarius during the early 1970s.
while conservative Saturn was in Sagittarius from
2014 to 2017. Orthodox Saturn here brought Worthy causes: Educational reform
fearmongering and a rise in hate crimes. Open- & ending global poverty.
minded Jupiter makes us curious about our Looking for a worthy cause while Jupiter is in
international neighbors, which can rebuild bridges Sagittarius? Our suggestion: educational reform for
that were burnt. Immigration policy could get a girls in developing countries. It’s been proven that
much-needed makeover, as Jupiter in Sagittarius educating girls and women is the key to eradicating
(which also rules the law) defends freedom of global poverty. One in three girls is married
speech and religion. before age 18 in developing nations,
and pregnancy complications are the
On the flip side, the doubled leading cause of death for girls age 15
vibration of Jupiter in Sagittarius to 19 worldwide. By contrast, when
can heap fuel on the fanatical fires, girls are educated, they can contribute
giving rise to political extremism to their economies, breaking the cycle
and religious fundamentalism. of hunger and poverty. As self-sufficient
International politics may get citizens, they are less likely to contract
intense. The Immigration Act of diseases that ravage their communities
1924 was passed while Jupiter was in and cause widespread deaths.
Sagittarius, dramatically cutting the
number of immigrants allowed into Yes, that’s our soapbox (hey, we’re
the U.S. That same year, Ellis Island Sagittarians!)—and there will be plenty
closed as an entry point and became a detention to preach about while outspoken Jupiter is in the
and deportation center for illegal aliens. In 2017, visionary planet’s domain. Just watch a tendency
lawyers and judges battled travel bans unfairly to become an “armchair philosopher” with the
targeting Muslims in the United States. spotted planet in this lofty, pontificating sign.
With Jupiter in truth-teller Sagittarius, people will
Jupiter in Sagittarius will force us to deal with get fired up to live by their principles. Let’s make
the lingering divisiveness. We could see major sure those ideololgies are rooted in facts, not false
political leaders rise and fall. During past Jupiter information. u
in Sagittarius transits, Gandhi and Yitzhak Rabin
were murdered, the Dalai Lama fled Tibet and
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Saturn in Capricorn
Structured Saturn roots into its home sign of Capricorn from
December 19, 2017 – December 17, 2020. With potent Pluto
also here, deep structural changes are ahead.
H
as the patriarchy met its match—or 1988 and then November 11, 1988 to February
will it grow more deeply entrenched? 6, 1991. As Saturn returns to Capricorn, we must
Structured Saturn, the planetary ask ourselves: What are the structures that hold our
father figure, is on a three-year tour lives together…and which ones keep us down?
through its home sign of Capricorn, giving us a
double dose of daddy issues. (Note: Saturn will Saturn & Pluto: Both in Capricorn.
briefly enter Aquarius from March to July 2020, With transformational Pluto also in Capricorn
but it won’t complete its cycle until that December.) from 2008 to 2024, there are seismic shifts going
Since Saturn is the astrological ruler of Capricorn, on beneath the surface, sort of like tectonic plates
it’s most comfortable in this zodiac sign. Can we shifting before an earthquake. Pluto rules power
evolve into the “divine masculine” and use this and control, secrets and hidden motives. This
megadose of male energy for good? shadowy planet can expose corruption, or it
can alchemize it, raising us to a higher spiritual
Both Saturn and Capricorn rule men, fathers, vibration. Saturn is like an astrological auditor
authority, banks, the economy, government, looking for flaws in our structural integrity and
corporations and big industry. These are the even creating breakdowns that force us to fix them
areas that will come under scrutiny, as Saturn’s for good. In many ways, these planetary players
magnifying glass surveys for flaws in the foundation are opposites: Pluto rules the hidden realm, while
of leadership and large entities. The global Saturn governs all that is tangible and concrete.
patriarchy could come tumbling down—or press This can also be like a metaphorical volcano
for even more of a takeover. rumbling beneath our feet, pushing us to face facts
before it explodes.
Saturn returns to Capricorn every 28-30 years,
staying for about three years each time. Its imprint Will Saturn help shape Pluto’s changes into reality
on history is indelible, tearing down outmoded or will their joint effort cause more destruction and
structures and revealing some of the worst greed? We may not know fully until January 12,
corruptions among world leadership. Saturn was 2020, when these planetary players make an exact
last in Capricorn from February 13 to June 9, meetup. But we’ll feel their tremors leading up to
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it. But here’s hoping the end result will be greater Patriarchy or power to the people?
clarity and leaders who are truly “for the people.” The past few years, while Saturn was in global
Sagittarius, we saw a rise in xenophobia and
Saturn and Pluto travel in the same sign every far-right extremism. Saturn in Capricorn could
33 to 38 years. Historically, their union has be a time of harshness, when compassion
reshuffled the dynamics of global power. They is in short supply among elected officials. If
were conjunct in October 1914, near the outbreak governments continue to become starker and
of World War I. In 1948, their close alliance in more authoritarian, people will be compelled to
Leo coincided with Israel’s formation and a organize en masse, demanding laws and leadership
redistribution of power in the Middle East. The that represent their actual needs.
1982 Saturn-Pluto meetup, in balanced Libra,
was a time of economic recession with the highest Saturn’s 1988-91 transit through Capricorn
unemployment rate since the Great Depression brought the Bush Era, along with Operation
(which, incidentally, took place during Saturn’s Desert Storm and the Gulf War. Saturn’s return
1929-32 visit to Capricorn). to Capricorn could see more Mideast issues
stemming from policies (and global grudges)
As Saturn and Pluto make their way through borne during this last transit.
Capricorn, we’ll feel their dual impact in
government, business and the economy. In the U.S., a largely male government continues to
People will transform the way they strip and chip away at rights for women, people of
work, conduct commerce and deal with color and the poor. Saturn in Capricorn will demand
hierarchies, perhaps forming their own a fight for legislation and policies that protect more
micro-economies or self-governing than just a privileged elite—but we can also
communities. expect great opposition from
the Capricorn-ruled “one
percenters.”
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Patriotism and patriarchy could rise with Saturn last time Saturn was in Capricorn (1988-91) began
in the sign of law and order Capricorn. The to show signs of success in 2016. Perhaps “carbon
military and police force may come under further capture” technology will helps us reverse rising
scrutiny. With Pluto here, global temperatures before it’s too late.
we’ll continue to see
corruption exposed in the Government control and
ranks. But the profiteering regulation of our food supply
might reach new lows as could be a huge issue during
Pluto’s tango with big- Saturn in Capricorn. The
business Saturn expands environmental and health
the privatized corporate toll of factory farms can no
prisons, a.k.a. “the prison longer be ignored. More and
industrial complex.” more studies are revealing the
While we hope this isn’t downright frightening content
the case, things may have to get ugly before they in even our so-called healthy manufactured foods,
improve. as well as the lack of government inspection of
FDA-approved items.
Big business, monopolies &
regulations. While Saturn was in entrepreneurial Sagittarius
On a positive note, Saturn in Capricorn might from 2014-17, we saw the rise of the gig economy,
restore order to our out-of-control world by from Uber and Lyft to Amazon Prime. Saturn and
instituting policies that protect human rights—or by Pluto together in Capricorn could bring stiffer
dismantling oppressive laws. Important regulations regulations, as well as a few power-mongering
could be imposed on big businesses that are monopolies. Interestingly enough, Capricorn Jeff
polluting our planet, causing climate change and Bezos, the owner of Amazon and the Washington
melting polar ice caps. Saturn rules harsh lessons Post, engineered a buyout of Whole Foods just
and wakeup calls, so here’s hoping that it doesn’t before Saturn entered Capricorn. As Amazon
take anything drastic, especially with intense Pluto begins rolling out retails stores, Bezos may become
at play, to force our hand. a poster child for the Saturn-Pluto-Capricorn rise
of corporate domination.
One vision for the interplay of transformational
Pluto and Saturn in Capricorn is the birth of Saturn in Capricorn through history:
a new “eco-economy.” We may see a boon for An overview.
industries like renewable energy (solar and wind) To understand what Saturn in Capricorn could
and “geoengineering” products meant to reverse bring, it’s helpful to review past eras for recurring
the impact of climate change. Indeed, efforts taken themes. Saturn’s past visits to Capricorn have
to shrink the hole in the Antarctic ozone layer the brought major “people versus the government”
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movements. Dictators have risen to power while to the patriarchy, as women demanded to be let into
others came crashing down. Saturn is the great male-only institutions they’d been excluded from.
cosmic teacher, and at its best, it can bring The feminist ideal of the New Woman—a bicycle-
impressive leaders who rule with integrity, making riding, educated, independent figure—skyrocketed
historic diplomatic moves. as Saturn entered Capricorn in the 20th century.
Powerful leaders protecting the people & The birth of mass media.
environment. Right as Saturn entered Capricorn in early 1900,
Saturn was in Capricorn in the early 1900s, when the magazine industry boomed. Suppressive
U.S. President Teddy Roosevelt, famous for anti- Saturn was leaving Sagittarius, the sign of
trust laws and “trust-busting,” took office. Roosevelt, publishing. As Saturn moved into Capricorn,
whose face is carved into Mount Rushmore, was the media and big business buddied up. National
known as “the conservationist president” for his magazine advertising soared, allowing publishers
pioneering efforts to protect wildlife and public to drop the cover price of periodicals to an
parks. After creating the United States Forest affordable 10 cents per issue. Along with this came
Service, he established 150 national forests and the rise of “muckraking”—journalists tasked with
protected about 230 million acres of public land. exposing corporate and government corruption,
As Saturn moves into Capricorn again, these bringing down monopolies, revealing scandals
precious lands are in danger of being deregulated and putting a human face on social ills such as
and defunded. Here’s hoping Roosevelt’s legacy poverty and child labor.
rises again—our planet literally depends on it.
As we move into Saturn in Capricorn again, the
Social activism & women’s suffrage. mass media is in the spotlight, with journalistic
Roosevelt was also a driving force behind the ethics and “fake news” running rampant. The
Progressive Movement of the early 20th century, government and journalists are back to being
which organized to combat problems created by adversarial, with the White House shutting reporters
industrialization, urbanization and government out of standard press briefings. Meanwhile, Google
corruption. It was a Saturn in Capricorn and Facebook algorithms can drive which stories
crackdown on the waste, greed and excess of the appear in people’s social media feeds, undermining
Gilded Age. Corporate trusts, in cahoots with credible sources and serving up “alternative facts”
corrupt politicians, were targeted by the Progressive masquerading as legitimate news. With Saturn back
Movement, which pushed for fair wages and the in Capricorn, mass media is likely to get a much-
eight-hour workday. Prohibition, which outlawed needed makeover, while the rift between journalism
alcohol, also rose during this conservative Saturn and wealthy power players is likely to grow—which
in Capricorn era. Women’s suffrage also thrived is not necessarily a bad thing.
during this period, as activists gathered and fought
for the right to vote. It was a well-timed challenge
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The Great Depression. Gandhi’s Passive Resistance movement.

Saturn entered Capricorn in March 1929, While Saturn toured Capricorn in 1930, Mohandas
briefly backing into Sagittarius from May until Gandhi led the Salt March—one of the most famous
November of that year. That summer, the stock examples of passive resistance (satyagraha). For 50
market peaked and began declining, due years, salt manufacturing was controlled by
in part to the faltering agricultural a government monopoly. Although salt
economy, excessive bank loans was easily procured from the sea,
and a proliferation of debt. On it was a crime for Indian citizens
October 29, also known as Black to make or get their own salt,
Thursday, the stock market because the government charged
crashed. While Saturn returned a tax on it. Gandhi encouraged
to Capricorn from November citizens to refuse this tax by
29, 1929 until February 1932, making their own salt or buying
the Great Depression devastated it from underground sellers. The
the U.S. economy. By the time 24-day, 240-mile Salt March ended
Saturn left this sign, stocks were only at a beach when Gandhi picked up a
worth 20 percent of their 1929 value, nearly half handful of salt and held it overhead as a symbol of
of America’s banks had failed and 30 percent of peaceful protest. This passive resistance movement
the workforce was unemployed. While we are not ultimately led to India’s independence from British
predicting a market crash simply because Saturn rule 17 years later.
is returning to Capricorn, certain industries could
take a hit, cleaving space for new products and Stalin’s Collectivization: Socialism gone
corporate players to emerge. wrong.
In the Soviet Union, an inhumane attempt at
Fidel Castro & the Cold War. government intervention during Saturn’s transit
Saturn entered Capricorn on January 5, 1959. through Capricorn led to one of history’s worst
Four days prior, Fidel Castro (a Leo) ousted the atrocities. In the early 1930s, Joseph Stalin
Capricorn dictator Fulgencio Batista. Soon after, forced rural farmers to “collectivize” their land,
Russia and Cuba got cozy and the Cold War began, agriculture and livestock, turning over all output to
leading to a slew of embargos that were recently government control. This was touted as a modern
lifted by Barack Obama. As Saturn was leaving miracle: The means of production would be
Capricorn in 1961, John F. Kennedy, Jr. came to “socialized” and removed from individual control,
power and the Bay of Pigs invasion attempted and allowing (ostensibly) for more equal distribution
failed to remove Castro, who went on to become of food. Many farmers protested through acts of
one of the longest ruling heads of state in history. sabotage: refusing to produce and harvest crops
or even burning theirs. The more successful and
rebellious farmers were shot, deported or put in
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“Saturn’s past visits to Capricorn have brought major

‘people versus the government’ movements.”
horrific Gulag labor camps. Collectivism created Museum, his last masterpiece before his death.
such huge upheaval around food production that
it led to the Soviet famine of 1932-33, which had Saturn in Capricorn going forward:
a death toll of 5 to 10 million Ukrainians. Worse,
What have we learned?
Stalin withheld huge reserves of grain from the
How can we prevent troubling history from
citizens that could have relieved the famine.
repeating itself as Saturn returns to Capricorn,
placing a double dose of emphasis on systems,
Build bridges, not walls: governments and authority? We must watch out
Construction and deconstruction. for oppressive laws and ideologies masquerading
Saturn and Capricorn rule constructions and as “revolutions.” From North Korea’s Kim Jong
boundaries—including literal walls. The Berlin Wall Un (a Capricorn) to Syria’s Bashar Al Assad to
was built during Saturn’s visit to Capricorn in 1961 Venezuela’s Nicolas Maduro, we head into the
as a way of stopping Eastern Bloc emigration into new Saturn in Capricorn cycle with perilous
Western Europe. This links back to the previous international leadership—and scary examples of
time Saturn was in Capricorn, as people were patriarchal, authoritarian domination gone awry.
fleeing Soviet-style regimes created under Stalin’s
rule. History came full circle when Saturn returned Since Saturn suppresses and Pluto transforms, this
to Capricorn from 1989-91. The Berlin Wall was era could actually put the kibosh on heavy-handed
opened in 1989, and its demolition was underway rulership and patriarchy. “The future is female”
for the rest of this Saturn transit. As Saturn moves was a rallying slogan of 2017’s historical Women’s
into Capricorn again, Donald Trump continues to March on Washington. As Saturn clamps down
press for a U.S.-Mexico border wall. on Capricorn’s masculine rulership, we may see
a rise in female government leaders and women
On a positive note, an architectural renaissance business owners. Statistics show that educating
could be in order. Saturn in Capricorn can help us girls and women is one of the vital keys to ending
leave impressive (and positive) legacies that stand the poverty. As women’s role in the workforce grows
test of time. Saturn rules buildings and architecture, and conscious men help usher in the “divine
and we may see some great new innovations in masculine,” gender roles will continue to be
this arena, especially in the green and sustainable reformed. Here’s hoping that men and women can
building genre. (Think: solar energy and living work together in service of the planet’s survival,
roofs for food production in urban areas.) While uniting around the common cause of our shared
Saturn was in Capricorn from 1959-61, Frank humanity. u
Lloyd Wright finished the spectacular Guggenheim
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Uranus in Taurus
The economy and tradition get an overhaul as Uranus enters
Taurus from May 15, 2018 – April 26, 2026.
T
he more something changes, the more brand of “Bieber fever,” trying to buck the system
it stays the same? On May 15, Uranus, and benefit from it at the same time.
the planet of revolution, technology
and rebellion, moves from firebrand Taurus’ astrological rulership includes money,
Aries into conservative Taurus. Talk about strange work, material objects, security, farming, the food
cosmic bedfellows! Unconventional Uranus pushes supply, the arts and music. All of these areas will
for radical evolution and progress, while nostalgic be radically revamped as we grapple with this new
Taurus roots in to time-tested traditions, resisting cosmic conundrum.
change at every turn.
Uranus in Aries: A 7-year cycle ends.
Uranus only visits each zodiac sign every 84 years, Since March 2011, Uranus has been transiting
electrifying the airwaves for about seven years and through individualistic, pioneering Aries, igniting
disrupting the status quo. However, Uranus is in its radical activism. During this era, we saw the
“fall” in Taurus—a weakened position—since the Arab Spring, Occupy Wall Street, the Black Lives
energies are an awkward mismatch. Matter movement—plus Marriage Equality and
the Women’s March. In renegade Aries spirit, the
Uranus in Taurus is a bit like Justin Bieber after people have raised their voices in the name of
age 21, since his self-made success gave way to bad inclusion and human rights. On the hotheaded
boy behavior. He flaunts all the Uranian trappings: flipside, this cycle also stirred a few frightening
tattoos, fistfights and “outrageous” scandals. fringe uprisings, including violent “alt-right” rallies,
But underneath the staged rebellion is a wealthy, ISIS and a spike in post-election hate crimes.
privileged mainstream pop star who lives in a
mansion and reaps the spoils of patriarchy. One Personal expression skyrocketed with tech-savvy
minute he’s popping bottles with the Kardashians; Uranus in solo-star Aries. “Selfie culture” exploded,
the next he’s an artsy, brooding outsider deleting his while anyone with a webcam or a Snapchat handle
Instagram account. got a shot at fame. We got YouTube celebrities,
viral videos (Chewbacca mom, anyone?) and auto-
Uranus focuses on the future while Taurus clings tuned pop (Rebecca Black’s “Friiiday, Friiiday”
to the past. During this utterly awkward transit, shall forever ring nasally in our ears). Uranus rules
we could all come down with a head-spinning new television, which is forever altered. Instead of
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gathering ‘round the family flatscreen for prime- small family farms succeed.
time programs, we now binge-watch on personal
devices, making our own TV schedules. The saying “let food be thy medicine and
medicine be thy food” doesn’t only apply to
This Uranus cycle also brought some epic indie your $14 cold-pressed juice anymore. Last year,
creations, from Beyonce’s “Lemonade” visual scientists successfully transformed a spinach leaf
album to Netflix’s Orange Is the New Black. But in into a working human heart muscle. With Uranus
capricious Aries style, we forgot that our devices in Taurus, we may look to the earth beneath our
are also sensitive data storage units, putting our feet, rather than the latest chemical concoction,
identities and personal passcodes at risk. Social to fight diseases.
media, while an amazing tool for launching
independent campaigns and efforts, was used to The end of money? The rise of
manipulate the masses with fake news and full-on cashless businesses.
cyberhacking. Attention spans shortened, Aries Taurus rules money, and with technological Uranus
style, thanks to our Uranian smartphones, and here, dollars could go digital. Amazon is already
distracted driver laws had to be put in effect. testing a new “cashless” technology. Customers
enter a brick-and-mortar store with a mobile app
Uranus will depart from Aries on May 15, 2018, that adds items to a virtual cart as they shop. Of
making one last return here from November 6, course, this has an economic downside, as unskilled
2018 until March 7, 2019. After that, it won’t visit human labor will be replaced by robots and
Aries again until 2094, so put your personal stamp algorithms. A New Zealand company called Soul
on the zeitgeist while you can! Machines is already
marketing its
Farming & the food supply:
Major changes ahead.
Taurus is an earth sign that governs sustenance and
self-sufficiency. Farming and the food supply
could get a major overhaul. With forward-
thinking Uranus here, we may see scientific
developments that improve soil quality, help
growers and revolutionize the farming industry.
Can we pioneer a solution to global hunger—
one that doesn’t involve factory farms and
genetically modified seeds? At this writing,
scientists are developing 3D and 4D “printed”
food that’s actually edible. Microloans and
training programs in rural areas are helping
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“The saying ‘let food be thy medicine and medicine be thy food’
doesn’t just apply to your $14 cold-pressed juice anymore.”
Digital Humans—robots imbued with “emotional From selfies to self-sufficiency:

intelligence” that can replace living, breathing Using technology for practical gain.
customer service assistants. You probably won’t miss Death to the cubicle? With indie-spirited Uranus
the shopgirl who follows you to the dressing room in hardworking Taurus, the gig economy will grow
and coos about how “adorable” an ill-fitting item even bigger. More people will work remotely and in
looks. But the alternative is a little sci-fi freaky, too. co-working spaces, and the full-time employment
model will continue to go the way of the dinosaurs.
As A.I. replaces human labor, our relationship Uranus in sensible, profit-
with money could go through a massive shift. driven Taurus
Out of necessity, people may adopt the barter can help us
system, or take up the “gift economy” that’s monetize our
practiced at festivals like Burning Man. In creations in
this model, no cash changes hands, and interesting new
goods or services are offered from a spirit ways.
of generosity. Wanna start a commune,
anyone? Sensible Taurus
could change the type
Economic makeovers afoot. of businesses that get
Taurus rules the economy, and the term funded. Rather than
“Bull Market” is about to get a Uranian sink a load of venture
makeover. Brexit could be a prelude to shakeups capital into yet another social-sharing app, startup
of Wall Street and banking. Interestingly, the support may go to practical inventions that improve
Boston Tea Party took place during a previous our daily lives. For better or worse, data mining will
Uranus in Taurus cycle, when demonstrators continue, as businesses are pushed to meet customer
protested “taxation without representation.” And demands and habits.
the U.S. spent the entire last Uranus in Taurus
transit climbing out of the Great Depression, The rise of populism and
which ended in 1941, right as Uranus departed
dictatorship.
from Taurus. President Roosevelt also signed the
The worst manifestations of Uranus in Taurus can
U.S. Social Security act, providing unemployment
be bigotry, stubbornness and warmongering. Adolf
compensation and pensions for the elderly. This go-
Hitler, a Taurus, seized power just as Uranus was
round, Medicaid and affordable health care are up
ending its last transit of Aries, and retained his
for Uranus-style reform.
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“Uranus in sensory Taurus will alter the way we

interact with the physical and digital worlds.”
dictatorial grip through the 1930s, while Uranus 5 lifestyle, with solo venture options such as Airbnb,
was in Taurus. Mussolini also came into power Lyft, and co-op office spaces like WeWork gaining
during this last Uranus in Taurus transit, spreading massive popularity. But there are also drawbacks,
fascism. As we enter the same cycle 84 years later, such as a lack of benefits and no return on
extreme right-wing candidates are investment. Now, people may trend
once again on the rise, spinning more toward owning a “share”
propaganda through social media, of these places, perhaps
slanted news outlets, populist receiving stock options in
rallies and cyber hacking. In the a company where they are
past few years, Uranus in Aries has independent contractors, or
provoked violent disruptors, many building equity instead of just
using technology to plot public getting a check.
acts of terrorism or to spread
messages of hate. Hopefully, we From virtual reality to
will learn from history and not mixed reality.
underestimate the “fringe” groups’ Think your virtual reality
ability to organize and gain critical goggles are all that? Uranus
mass. in sensory Taurus will alter
the way we interact with the
Living in a post-material physical and digital worlds. The
world? VR world is developing ways to
Taurus rules the physical world and include smell, touch and taste
material objects. With freedom- from afar. Inventor Adrian
seeking Uranus in sensual Taurus, David Cheok is spearheading
we’ll want to enjoy our possessions the Mixed Reality Lab, which
without being chained to them. will engage all five senses in a
But we’ll also want to own, rather simulated experience. Email us a
than rent, as financially-savvy Taurus invests for cheeseburger, would ya, Dave?
the long haul.
This Uranus phase could also take the IoT (“internet
The past Uranus in Aries cycle brought us of things”) beyond the “smart” house or driverless
opportunities to unshackle ourselves from the 9-to- car. Perhaps we’ll trade swiping and scrolling for
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“Time for some protest anthems—and new ways to get

#woke? With Uranus in Taurus, ruler of the voice and throat,
folk songs could make a next-generation comeback.”
computerless computing, as our digital devices publicly denounce Hitler and fascism) and public
become one with everyday household objects. stunts got him in so much trouble that his peers
subjected him to a “trial.” All of these individuals
Arts & music: A digital revolution. were well ahead of their times. We look forward to
Time for some protest anthems—and new ways to seeing what kind of visionaries Uranus in Taurus
get #woke? With Uranus in Taurus, ruler of the reveals this time around.
voice and throat, folk songs could make a next-
generation comeback. Fine art, literature and The space race heats up.
dance will meet community activism and digital Earth to Taurus, do you copy? Uranus rules space
media (Uranus’ domain), giving rise to stunning travel, and interestingly, the Mars One Project was
and stirring creations. founded just as Uranus entered Aries, which is ruled
by Mars. With Uranus in Taurus, we may find our
Prior to the airwaves and Internet being inner Matt Damon and start the first attempts to
primary sources for breaking from tradition and build and farm in space. Who knows? In 2026, Mars
questioning authority, Walt Whitman published moves into Gemini, the ruler of neighborhoods
his infamous and, at the time, shocking, “Leaves and transportation. Maybe we’ll pave the way for
of Grass” in 1855 while Uranus was in Taurus. Earth’s first interplanetary settlers. u
It was an ode to nature, earthly pleasure, and
sensual love—going so far as to ponder life and
death in novel ways.
During the 1934 Uranus in Taurus transit, ex-pat

author Gertrude Stein returned to the United States
for a lecture tour. She resided unapologetically in
Paris with her lover, Alice B. Toklas, holding salons
for their numerous and varied literary and activist
friends. That same year, Taurus and surrealist
painter Salvador Dali’s works were introduced to
the United States, becoming an instant sensation.
However, his apolitical public stance (he refused to
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Sun Sign Horoscope
Aries 2018
ARIES 2018 HOROSCOPE
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The Highlights
LOVE HEALTH & WELLNESS
With expansive Jupiter in your intimate Wellness is an inside job this year, as Jupiter
eighth house, you’ve got the urge to merge. spotlights your eighth house of the psyche,
Coupled Aries could join their lives in emotions and transformation. “As within, so
more permanent ways: moving in together, without” is your mantra. Explore the mind-
getting engaged, a pregnancy. Or, you body connection. Disciplined Saturn in your
might call the whole thing off! Two eclipses regimented tenth house could give you the
in Leo set your lusty fifth house ablaze and willpower to try bootcamp or work with a
bring unexpected chemistry—and possible hard-driving trainer.
drama.
FAMILY & FRIENDS
MONEY & CAREER Deepen your bonds and get personal. Jupiter
Finances and work get a major makeover! in your private eighth house tightens your
Jupiter is in your eighth house of joint inner circle. You’ll crave the company of a
ventures and windfalls, which could draw select few trustworthy souls who can go the
a large lump sum. You could pay off debt, distance. Saturn in your fatherhood sector
buy real estate or invest. Innovative Uranus helps you work through any “dad issues.”
moves into Taurus and your daily income July’s solar eclipse in Cancer touches your
zone mid-May, which may spark a pioneering domestic fourth house. You could move,
and profitable new path. But slow and steady expand your family or prioritize time with a
wins the race, as cautious Saturn spends the female relative, possibly your mom. u
next three years in your professional zone, a
prescription for hard work and hustle. Keep
your eyes on the long-term prize.
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ARIES Horoscope
Power Dates for Aries
ARIES NEW MOON
April 15
ARIES FULL MOON

September 24
SUN IN ARIES
March 20–April 19
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ou’re the zodiac’s first sign, an November 8, 2018, Jupiter is making a 13-month
independent spirit at heart. But over visit to Scorpio and your eighth house of merging,
the past year, you’ve gotten pretty intimacy and shared ventures. This can be exciting
impressive at dancing the two-step. and a little scary for your solo-flying sign. The eighth
Expansive Jupiter spent the bulk of 2017 in house is a private and focused domain. In short
Libra, your opposite sign and the ruler of your order, you’ll be waist-deep in a detailed project or
interpersonal seventh house. From new romantic your own soul-searching. This is a powerful year for
relationships to serious work alliances, two was spiritual and emotional exploration. Working with
your magic number. Your cutting-edge ideas grew a therapist or healer can yield amazing insights.
faster with the right collaborators. Shamanic journeying, anyone?
Dynamic duos deepen in 2018, entering more The saying “as within, so without” could ring true:
permanent terrain. From October 10, 2017 to As you grow spiritually, abundance builds. Since
the eighth house rules wealth and large sums of But before you put those Ram’s horns too far
money, you may have a nice financial score. down to the ground, look up! There’s a big, bold
world and it will be calling your name at the end
Meantime, structured Saturn is on a three-year of this year. When Jupiter enters Sagittarius and
march through Capricorn and your tenth house your entrepreneurial ninth house on November
of career since December 19, 2017. The ringed 8, your diligent work could start to pay off. Watch
taskmaster will reshape your approach to goals, for an exciting opportunity to travel, teach or work
authority and ambition until December 17, 2020. independently.
There may be some career slowdowns or (seeming)
setbacks, but these are all designed to anchor you Jupiter in Scorpio: A deep dive and
on a long-term path toward stability. transformation.
October 10, 2017–November 8, 2018
While this year can feel like an obstacle course,
don’t give up! You could emerge as a recognized Bring on the bonding! Expansive Jupiter spends
trailblazer, especially once radical Uranus winds the bulk of this year in Scorpio and your intimate
down its seven-year journey through your sign eighth house. This cycle, which only happens
on May 15. You’ve been hosting the planet of every 12 years, is where the rubber meets the road
innovation and sudden changes in Aries since 2011, around your closest commitments. Jupiter was last
which has been exciting but exhausting. Uranus in Scorpio from October 25, 2005 until November
has been radically reshaping your identity, and it’s 23, 2006. Similar themes from that time could
helped you craft your message and use your voice. arise now.
Lucky you: While Jupiter helped you evolve into
a better partner and collaborator, Uranus pushed Last year, Jupiter trekked through Libra and your
you to be more of an individual. So much evolution partnership house, firing you up to experiment
in a relatively short time! with dynamic duos. A business alliance may have
brought rapid success—or it could have fizzled out
Mid-May, Uranus will move into Taurus and your due to Jupiter’s over-optimism. When the spotted
security-minded second house, reshaping the way planet is in charge, enthusiasm isn’t always matched
you earn, spend, save and invest your money for with follow-through.
the next seven years. This is Uranus’ first visit here
since 1934, so it’s literally a once-in-a-lifetime With Libra’s emphasis on coupling, some Aries
experience for many people. The side-spinning decided to get serious with one special person.
planet will make one last sweep through Aries in Others may have outgrown a relationship and
November. Then in March 2019, it will settle into parted ways—hopefully on amicable terms. Any
Taurus for the long haul—and it won’t return to stagnant or overly dependent relationships went
your sign until 2094! through growing pains, forcing you to evolve as
individuals. Longtime couples revived a spirit of
“In 2018, the ‘red giant’ will present the kind of bonds
you can’t back out of quite so easily: marriage,
pregnancy, joint business ventures, legal contracts.”
adventure. Travel, study or tackling a big passion through the work of modern love expert Esther
project together rekindled a sense of discovery. Perel or sexuality coach and educator Pamela
Madsen, who teaches how to “live the life you lust
In 2018, the “red giant” will present the kind after without ditching everyone and everything
of bonds you can’t back out of quite so easily: you cherish.” That pretty much sums up the way
marriage, pregnancy, joint business ventures, legal many Aries feel in committed relationships: Your
contracts. The eighth house is the realm where body and spirit yearn for freedom, while your heart
“me” becomes “we,” and our sense of separateness craves security. This year’s Jupiter quest asks: How
dissolves into oneness. For Aries, who tend to can you have it all?
cherish freedom and autonomy, this will be an
adjustment. You like to come and go as you please, Joining forces while retaining autonomy is #goals
but once you’re beholden to, say, a brand-new baby, for 2018, and Jupiter will present new ways to
a pet, a mortgage payment or an investor, you’re merge your superpowers for mutual gain. Maybe
on their clock. Say what?! Embrace this like some you’ll take a big next step—moving in or buying
kind of Zen riddle: How can you feel free inside the property together, getting married or launching a
confines of a binding commitment? joint business. But while galactic-gambler Jupiter
says “just do it!” the eighth house demands a
The eighth house rules sex, and you could have certain level of trust and intimacy before you leap.
erotic adventures that you never dreamed possible. Choose your metaphorical dance partners with the
Visit Tantra or other philosophies that put a new utmost discernment now. This year, there’s no such
spin on “getting busy.” To deepen your awareness thing as “casual.”
of what turns you on, check out workshops
like Kitty Cavalier’s Sacred Seduction or One Jupiter in the private eighth house can be a quiet and
Taste, where you can learn the art of “orgasmic reflective year. Tighten your social circle. Rather
meditation” (OM-ing). than have a million surface-level acquaintances,
you’ll prefer the company of a few sharp people
Some Aries may toy with the idea of an open who can go deep with you. Work-wise, you could
relationship. Tread carefully with outside befriend some influential and well-connected folks
experimentation, as Jupiter in this jealous and with Jupiter in this power-player zone. You’ll relish
secretive zone will bring up the full spectrum of having people around who can keep up with your
feelings if you go there. You might find insight big, complex ideas. Don’t just look for favors and
“The eighth house rules passive income, and with lucky Jupiter
here, you might roll the dice on an investment or property sale.”
quick hookups. This is about supporting each seasoned money coaches and certified planners.
other’s growth. Take a workshop or an online course that focuses
on wealth building. This could be the year to try
Deep feelings will surface, some of which might financial investments, such as stocks and real estate,
be best processed with an experienced therapist or to partner on a promising joint venture.
or healer. If you’re still hurting from a loss, such
as a breakup or a death, Jupiter helps you grieve Just don’t bet the farm on one hopeful endeavor.
and heal. The eighth house rules the psyche, and Jupiter is the cosmic risk-taker, always ready to
with curious Jupiter here, your most fascinating leap without looking. Getting starry-eyed over a
explorations will be of your own mind, heart and pyramid scheme that promises overnight millions?
soul. Carve out time and space to do that inner Not so fast. Conduct your due diligence before you
work, especially while Jupiter is retrograde from join forces or plunk down your hard-earned capital.
March 8 to July 10, a productive time to reflect.
The eighth house is a mystical zone, and Jupiter
If you embrace the focused energy of this cycle, invites you to tap into spiritual abundance. A
you’ll end it richer in every way. And yes, you can vision board, creative visualization or mantras can
take that literally! The eighth house rules windfalls, speed up manifestation. The Law of Attraction
and bountiful Jupiter here wants to make it rain. The can really work for you this year, especially from
eighth house governs assets and property, as well May through August, when Jupiter will travel
as “other people’s money”—which covers a wide in a rare trine (120-degree angle of ease) with
swath: inheritances, commissions, passive income, mystical Neptune in Pisces and your twelfth
loans, grants, tax refunds, credit cards and debt. house of the subconscious. This is a great time to
Hire a lawyer to negotiate contracts or to protect overturn limiting beliefs. Read up on the energetic
your intellectual property. Get better insurance if philosophy behind money. Books like Napoleon
you own property. The details matter, and this is no Hill’s classic Think and Grow Rich, Esther and Jerry
time to just DIY. Bring in the specialists! Hicks’ Ask and It Is Given or Marianne Williamson’s
The Law of Divine Compensation could give you an
The eighth house rules passive income, and with inspiring new context around prosperity. These
lucky Jupiter here, you might roll the dice on an techniques can also help you attract an intimate
investment or property sale. You may partner on a partner and soulmate.
venture that multiplies your profits or delivers a high
return rate. Knowledge-seeking Jupiter inspires you Jupiter is teaching you how to receive and attract,
to become more financially savvy, working with rather than force and control. When the cosmic giant
syncs up with Neptune, practicing vulnerability can Disney employee, “If you can dream it, you can do
take all your relationships to new levels of depth. it,” is now your mantra. And you don’t care if it’s
Although we’re taught that dropping our guard a little hokey, because you’re now that person—the
puts us at risk—what if someone takes advantage one cheering everyone on, speaking fearlessly about
and hurts us?—it’s actually a safer place to be. your beliefs and unapologetically pursuing your
There’s a difference between being gullible (which lofty visions.
means you’re tuned out and unaware, or handing
someone else your power) and being receptive Cross-cultural connections can heat up, and
(you’re empowered but also present and open). you’ll become passionate about forming alliances
Jupiter is here to teach you this, and so much more, with people from backgrounds different than
in 2018. Sit humbly at his feet and you’ll gain your own. You might decide to learn a foreign
emotional mastery that you can use for the rest of language or get involved in a cause that bridges
your life. divisions and teaches tolerance. Maybe you’ll
advocate for immigrant rights, teach abroad or
Jupiter in Sagittarius: Into the wider promote a more culturally diverse curriculum in
world. schools. Jupiter and Sagittarius rule religion and
philosophy, and you could be especially drawn to
November 8, 2018–December 2, 2019
metaphysical topics. Share your unifying message
Goodbye, confining cocoon! Once Jupiter’s intense with the world through publishing and education,
plunge through Scorpio ends on November 8, two of Jupiter’s domains.
you’re like a butterfly busting out of the chrysalis.
You took your hero’s journey, traveled to the Jupiter is only here for the last couple months of
mystical mountaintop, and now you’re ready to 2018, but you’ll feel the shift. Go “bucket-list” big
rejoin the wider world. Just in time, Jupiter soars with your New Year’s resolutions. Plan your dream
into Sagittarius and your global ninth house, the trip through South America. Apply to school or
domain of travel, study, entrepreneurship and risks. self-publish your novel. Invest in the startup idea
It’s like someone switching the lights on in a dark you’ve been talking about for eight years, and
room—one you thought was empty—and you start making an exit strategy from your day job. If
discovering that it’s full of vibrant people from all Jupiter in Scorpio brought a big payout, why not
walks of life, ready to celebrate! invest some of those profits in your dreams?
Jupiter is the natural ruler of the fortune-filled Just beware a gambling urge, since Jupiter in its
ninth house, which means you get a double dose home sign of Sagittarius also multiplies your taste
of luck that will last until next December. A surge for risk-taking, and can blind you to the downsides.
of joie de vivre fills you with adventure for 13 If you must leap without looking—which Aries
months. Suddenly, everything and anything feels often do—at least strap a on parachute.
possible…and truly, it is! The famous quote by a
“Have you spent years dedicated to a craft or discipline? You could

reap the benefits of your own sweat equity, finally establishing
yourself as a top-tier player in your industry. Respect!”
Saturn in Capricorn: Rising through knowledge base. Take some media or management
the ranks. training; get certified in an area where you’re self-
December 19, 2017–December 17, 2020 taught or your skills are shaky. Credentials and life
experience matter now. Fill in the blanks where
The cream rises to the top—but in 2018, it will yours come up short.
be a slow and steady upward crawl. For the next
three years, tough Saturn is plodding through Have you spent years dedicated to a craft or
Capricorn and your tenth house of career, success discipline? You could reap the benefits of your own
and responsibility. With the status-seeking planet at sweat equity, finally establishing yourself as a top-
the highest point on your chart, you’ll get a little tier player in your industry. Respect! If you’re an
obsessed with your reputation and long-term goals. experienced leader in your field, this is a rewarding
Saturn is the ruler of both Capricorn and the tenth time to share your mastery with the world. You may
house, and you get a rare triple dose of dutiful, be promoted to a leadership position or become a
determined energy. well-known public figure. Saturn could bring high-
profile recognition for your expertise, such as a
The best way to approach this Saturn cycle is to view prestigious award, a motivational speaking career
it as a marathon, not a sprint. For Aries who like or a book deal. One Aries friend, who has been
quick results and instant gratification (um, most of steadily working toward her Ph.D. for almost 20
you?), this could be an uncomfortable adjustment. years, plans to defend her dissertation and earn
This is a time for “earning your stripes” through those honorable three letters in 2018—a well-
hard work and carefully plotting your moves. timed move. Forget about being a cute and youthful
Inspector Saturn will reward you for paying dues— ingénue; with Saturn in your tenth house, being
and he won’t let you get away with cutting corners. “older and wiser” is an asset.
For your speedy sign, patience could be a muscle
you have to work hard to develop. Still, you’ll need to suit up for the big game this
year. In Capricorn, Saturn will form a challenging
Saturn rules the tenth house, and some Aries might square (a tense, 90-degree angle) to your Sun
tap a seasoned career coach or industry veteran for sign, which tests your mettle with confining rules,
guidance. This is not the time to “fake it ‘til you boundaries and authority figures. Aries who are
make it,” and Saturn could deliver some humbling born in March will feel Saturn’s square the most
moments if you do. Hone your craft and build your in 2018. You may lose steam on a project or feel
“If your career isn’t a good fit, Saturn can shake things up and push
you to change direction. Take inventory, Aries. Where are you
under-earning or performing below your own capabilities?”
stymied by bureaucracy and slow moving decision- dependent role. Saturn rules aging. You may need
makers. There can be job changes, some outside to care for an elderly relative or take on a weighty
of your control. For example, your company could family responsibility. Some Aries will feel a stronger
restructure, eliminating your department or moving urge to connect to your roots or understand your
everyone into new roles. If you’ve been freelancing, family history.
you might go back to a full-time corporate career.
The “grownup” perks of a steady paycheck and You’re not a complete stranger to this pattern, Aries.
benefits will help you build a sound future, but you’ll Transformational Pluto has been moving through
chafe at the loss of freedom and flexibility. Is the Capricorn since 2008, a phase that will last until
tradeoff worth it? That could be the big question. 2024. Over the past decade, your priorities and
purpose have been shifting undeniably. You may
If your career isn’t a good fit, Saturn can shake have already changed careers more than once since
things up and push you to change direction. Take then, experimenting with goals that suit your soul.
inventory, Aries. Where are you under-earning (For some Aries, it’s been an extreme makeover!)
or performing below your own capabilities? You But Pluto rules the hidden realm, so you may not
may need to get more credentials before you’re have fully “come out” or established a foothold on
qualified for a job you want. This can be a sobering your path. Tangible Saturn helps you make things
realization, but Saturn will reward you for persisting manifest, adding shape and form to all that Pluto’s
and going through the process. Your natural charm been stirring up.
and charisma won’t win you any special treatment
now. Hard work and integrity are the only way. With Saturn and Pluto both here, life will have
Don’t mess with this—trying to beat or cheat the spells that feel like boot camp: long hours, relentless
system will catch up with you. trainers, heavy temptation to throw in the towel.
Saturn will demand sacrifices. Will you get a proper
This year can bring challenges with an important return on your investment? Ponder that before you
guy in your life (possibly your dad), since Saturn, commit. Where do you want to be by the end of
Capricorn and the tenth house rule men, fathers 2020? While you may just sketch a rough outline
and masculinity. This is an opportunity to resolve in 2018, start with your loftiest goals and work
any longtime “daddy issues” that are holding you backward from there.
back. Your relationship with a father figure could
experience growing pains as you shift into a less
“Uranus is the planet of authenticity and individual

expression, which are values that most Aries hold dear.”
Uranus in Taurus: Work and money, all that wild self-discovery into a new lifestyle—and
revolutionized. maybe shift the way you make a living.
May 15, 2018–April 26, 2026
Liberated Uranus in your stable second house is
Aries 2.0 is ready for a grand unveiling! On May a bit of a paradox. Your challenge is to create a
15, your seven-year personal revolution comes steady income without sacrificing your freedom.
to a close, as radical changemaker Uranus leaves Is there a full-time job with benefits out there that
Aries, where it’s been shaking up your identity since won’t crush your soul? Maybe you commit to a
March 2011. conventional path but you build autonomy into your
position. Can you flex your hours, work remotely
Uranus only visits each sign every 84 years, so this or take a gig that lets you design your own role?
was a major cycle for you, Ram! If you think back, (Surely someone needs a Chief Executive Unicorn
your life may look wildly different than it did seven around their office…) Uranus rules technology, so
years ago. Everything from your career to your you might start an online business or go completely
relationships to your personal style got an extreme digital, working remotely and outsourcing to
makeover. Maybe you shucked a stifling corporate overseas contractors. Startup life could appeal to
career to go freelance, or traded in your “perfect” you, and since Uranus rules social justice, you’ll put
image for violet hair, tattoos and an unconventional in long hours to help a world-bettering mission.
relationship. You could have moved, changed
friend circles or reinvented yourself in some jaw- Still, it could take a few attempts to strike the
dropping way. right balance of freedom and security. Uranus is
in its “fall”—a weakened position—when it visits
Uranus is the planet of authenticity and individual Taurus. After all, the planet of constant upheaval
expression, which are values that most Aries hold doesn’t quite know how to act in a sign that’s
dear. If you haven’t put your indelible stamp on devoted to resisting change! Navigating these
the world yet, use the first five months of 2018 to dueling dynamics will take practice. At times,
“do you.” legitimate financial obligations could hamper
your hustle. You may have a few “feast or famine”
Next on Uranus’ avant-garde agenda? Your periods, so don’t rush to quit your day job. With
finances and career. From May 15, 2018 until structured Saturn in your career sector until
April 26, 2026, Uranus will move through Taurus, December 2020, a conservative approach may be
bringing its trailblazing touch to your second house necessary. Your best bet is to implement changes a
of work, money and daily routines. It’s time to pour little bit at a time.
“Feeling trapped by your possessions? Since the

second house rules values, the stuff that once made
you happy may no longer fulfill you.”
Feeling trapped by your possessions? Since the do some behind-the-scenes work before any grand
second house rules values, the stuff that once debuts. Polish up your act and you’ll make a much
made you happy may no longer fulfill you. The stronger showing in early 2019.
car, the house, the big TV—suddenly, pricey
material objects feel like a leaden weight. If you’ve Eclipses in Leo & Aquarius: Lights,
defined your self-worth by your job or you’re living
camera, action!
paycheck to paycheck, Uranus will shake things up.
January 31, February 15, July 27, August 11
Luckily, pioneering Aries aren’t typically satisfied
with the status quo. You may welcome any lifestyle Should you be the lead singer or the backup dancer?
overhauls sparked by this Uranus transit. Still, a In 2018, you might play both roles, as an ongoing
financial curveball can throw you off your game. series of eclipses falls on the Leo/Aquarius axis,
Should that happen, apply your quick thinking igniting your expressive and passionate fifth house
and creativity. Whenever possible, plan ahead by (ruled by Leo) and your cool-headed, collaborative
socking away extra in savings. You may need to tap eleventh house (ruled by Aquarius). You’ll duck in
into a rainy-day fund now and then. Experts advise and out of the spotlight in 2018. You’re learning
having up to six months of your living expenses when it’s best to dive into the action and when to
stashed away at all times. While that might not hang back and observe.
be completely realistic yet, it’s a great guideline to
follow, especially if you’re thinking of becoming a These eclipses, which began February 2017 and
“solopreneur” or making a risky move. end in early 2019, are here teach you important
lessons about the spotlight, and how best to share
Ultimately, this long Uranus transit is here to help it. This year’s two Leo eclipses, which arrive in
you make money in a way that truly aligns with January and August, spotlight your talents and
your highest purpose. And you’ll have one more help you develop your platform. Fame could come
chance to clarify that in 2018, when Uranus dips calling, and you’ll want to be prepared! If you’re
back into Aries for a last hurrah on November 6 an artist, get that demo reel or portfolio ready. The
before settling into Taurus for the long haul on fifth house rules romance and fertility. Some Aries
March 7, 2019. During this four-month finale, may get a surprise visit from either Cupid or the
make sure you’re following a path that’s true to stork, especially near the January 31 total lunar
your spirit. While Uranus is retrograde (backward) (full moon) eclipse. This super-charged supermoon
from August 7 until January 6, put any major plans brings together everything you started at the (wildly-
on hold—or at least, delay them. You may need to hyped) Leo total solar eclipse of August 2017.
“Explore technology that helps you share your heartfelt

message with a global audience: video, podcasting, live webinars.
Digital dating could also bring interesting prospects in 2018.”
The February and July eclipses in Aquarius spotlight Cancer solar eclipse: Home and
teamwork, and activate your eleventh house of family fluctuations.
networking and groups. Your friendships could go July 12, 2018
through another round of changes. You might join
a cutting-edge collaboration or search for a like- Ready for some changes on the home front? You
minded new tribe. If you’ve got talents to showcase, could feel the rumblings of a new chapter on
these eclipses can lead you to the right producers, July 12, when a partial solar (new moon) eclipse
project managers and hype-makers who will take falls in Cancer and your domestic sector. Eclipses
your genius ideas to the next level. If you’re more bring unexpected news designed to wake us up
the behind-the-scenes type, you could team up with and inspire big shifts. This is the first in a series
a rising star, powering their ascent. of eclipses on the Cancer/Capricorn axis that will
fall between now and July 2020, reshaping your
The eleventh house rules technology, and you work-life balance. You may move, start or expand
could become a viral sensation near these eclipses. your family or switch careers over the next two
Explore technology that helps you share your years. Cancer rules your fourth house of females
heartfelt message with a global audience: video, and motherhood; Capricorn governs your tenth
podcasting, live webinars. Digital dating could house of males and fatherhood. You may work
also bring interesting prospects in 2018. If you’re through some parent issues or seek ways to better
single, explore connections both in-person and balance the masculine and feminine energies in
online. The Leo eclipses in January and August your life. u
could bring a passionate face-to-face connection,
while the Aquarius events in February and
July make you an in-demand virtual vixen. Is
technology preventing you from connecting with
people? Couples might enforce a “no-phone zone”
on date nights. Drop those distracting devices into
a bucket for a few hours and go enjoy each other’s
company without interruption. Soon enough,
your FOMO will fade and you’ll remember the
(underrated) joys of being present!
ARIES 2018 HOTSPOTS
ARIES: HOTSPOTS BY MONTH

January: Love Hotspots January 17-February 10: Venus in Aquarius
The line between friends and lovers gets a little
January 1: Cancer full moon (supermoon) blurry today—and stays that way for three weeks.
Your heart could blow wide open under this With the love planet orbiting your tech zone, you
super-loving lunation. Are you ready for the could luck out IRL through some initial interactions
next step in your key relationship? This might on your dating apps. During this social cycle,
be the day you talk about meeting each other’s couples should mingle more with friends or maybe
families, moving in together or starting (or do volunteer work for a worthy cause.
expanding) a family.
January 26-March 17: Mars in Sagittarius
January 6: Mars-Jupiter meetup You could boldly go where you haven’t been
Talk about intensity! With energizing Mars before, with lusty Mars jetting through your
prodding Jupiter the gambler, you’re not scared worldly ninth house. Adventure awaits—possibly
to take a risk. But if you don’t want to overwhelm with a seductive stranger from a very different
people, try not to come on too strong or speak background. Couples might book their dream trip
too candidly. or (second) honeymoon.
January 9: Venus-Pluto meetup January 31: Leo full moon (total lunar
You might feel ready to go all in with a key eclipse & supermoon)
connection as the love planet aligns with This supermoon eclipse could bring a budding
obsessional Pluto in your house of long-term love affair to a major turning point. And because
planning today. Before you sign on for the “till it lands in your fifth house of creativity, desire and
death do us part” bit, however, have a serious talk romance, you could hit a whole new level of self-
about what a shared future might look like. expression. This might involve a passion project—
or a passionate relationship. For better AND worse,
January 13: Venus-Uranus square emotions will be larger than life, so try to keep the
You’re in love with the IDEA of love, so why do you extreme expressions of them in check.
suddenly feel like you’re being strangled? Today,
amorous Venus gets a reality-checking nudge from
indie-spirited Uranus. You don’t have to bolt, but
January: Career Hotspots
you might need to build a little more freedom into January 6: Mercury-Uranus trine
all your togetherness time. Hello, creative breakthrough! Your forensic skills
are in top form today. Thinking outside the box is
definitely the way to go under this genius transit.
ARIES 2018 HOTSPOTS
January 6: Mars-Jupiter meetup January 24: Mercury-Pluto meetup

Your willingness to take a risk doesn’t guarantee Enormous changes at the last minute? NP! You’ve
that others are going to be onboard with you. got this. In fact, you may have been hoping for an
Where you see opportunity, they might see danger opportunity like this to scrap Plan A and do some
lurking. Be careful not to come on too strong or creatively strategic thinking. Don’t be afraid to
rush into anything you can’t get out of. investigate or make a powerful move. With potent
Pluto and mental Mercury in your ambitious tenth
January 9: Sun-Pluto meetup house, your savvy moves could land you in the
This annual event lands in your career zone with winner’s circle. Be prepared with an airtight case
so much force that it just might blast through the before you approach any decision-makers.
glass ceiling! Take a bold step by reaching out to
a VIP or influencer who has the potential to open January 26-March 17: Mars in Sagittarius
doors for you. If you don’t like where the hive mind is taking your
group, jump ship and board your own indie cruiser!
January 11-31: Mercury in Capricorn With motivated Mars firing up your ninth house of
With communicator Mercury entering your travel, publishing, education and entrepreneurship,
career house, don’t be afraid to go big in your you’re ready to invest in your own growth.
negotiations. You know exactly what to reveal and
how much to hold back. Think “ABC,” like they January 28: Mercury-Uranus square
say in sales: “always be closing.” Scrap the rules! Rebel Uranus in Aries is giving
you some big ideas, and you’re motivated to get a
January 13: Mercury-Saturn meetup few of them off the ground. This is no time to slow
Talking shop outside the office is hardly bad form down and wait for everyone else to catch up. With
when structured Saturn aligns with expressive expressive Mercury at odds though, make sure you
Mercury in your career corner. You’ve got the gift don’t break protocol or piss off an authority figure
of gab and will be seen as a leader in your field who you need to keep in your corner.
today—so pitch away! A promising connection
could develop into a heavy-hitting alliance. January 31-February 18: Mercury in
Aquarius
January 16: Capricorn new moon Ingenious Mercury shifts into collaborative
This is a great opportunity to revisit and revamp Aquarius and your eleventh house of teamwork
your New Year’s resolutions. Prioritize what you and technology today. Where there’s a will—and
want to accomplish before summer rolls in, and high-speed Internet—there’s a way! This is a
take one giant step today! great time to revamp your social profiles or post
something online that goes viral. Bonus points if
it’s linked to a world-bettering mission.
ARIES 2018 HOTSPOTS
“Uranus will make one last pit stop in Aries from November
2018 until March 2019, bringing a final round of reinvention
before departing until nearly the end of the 21st century.”
February: Love Hotspots February: Career Hotspots
February 4: Venus-Jupiter square February 10: Sun-Jupiter square
Go all in or pull back? You may feel pulled in two Beware a “team player” who’s actually out for self.
different directions today, as expansive Jupiter locks With these heavenly heavyweights at odds, power
into a tangled angle with the love planet. While you struggles or money issues could arise. You might not
might be compelled to make sweeping changes, this be able to get everyone back on the same page, so
energy will soon pass. So maybe don’t merge OR don’t waste your energy trying. Save it for another
severe the bond impulsively—just ride it out. day, when people are in more agreeable spirits.
February 10-March 6: Venus in Pisces February 13: Mercury-Jupiter square

Dream on, dreamer! Prepare to be swept away Be careful what you promise today, as your mind
when idealistic Venus invades your fantasy realm may be more optimistic than your human abilities.
and invites you to drop your guard. You could On the flip side, don’t fall prey to a smooth talker
soon be rolling in the deep with someone special. with a less-than-viable game plan.
Just make sure to check references, as this starry-
eyed transit can cause you to overlook important February 15: Aquarius new moon
details or trust too readily. Many hands make light work, and today’s
new moon may shine a spotlight on a new-to-
February 21: Venus-Neptune meetup you collaborative crew that could take your
It’s a peak day for your romantic imagination as the innovative ideas to the next level. Today also
most rosy-hued planets align, sparking a tsunami launches the Year of the Earth Dog in Chinese
of compassion and connection. Don’t hold your astrology, which should offer supportive energy
feelings back—not that you could if you tried! to your animated sign.
February 25: Venus-Mars square February 17: Mars-Neptune square

Is trouble brewing in paradise? Under this 24- You’re chomping at the bit to make things happen,
hour flash fire, a relationship or courtship could but with nebulous Neptune in the narrative, those
threaten to go off the rails. Don’t overreact! It’s the “final” plans might spring a leak. Go back to
first of three faceoffs between the cosmic lovers, the drawing board and do some (more) quality
the upside of which is that you’ll confront an issue control. Don’t assume that a “maybe” is a “yes”
you’d rather sweep under the sofa. until you’ve 100 percent confirmed it.
ARIES 2018 HOTSPOTS
February 17-March 6: Mercury in Pisces today. Enjoy the rush but don’t take anything
Downshift and tap the brakes! Today, analytical spoken too seriously.
Mercury grooves into your dreamy twelfth house,
confusing fact, opinion and fantasy. These next three March 6-31: Venus in Aries
weeks are better for creation than implementation. Lift-off! Today, romantic Venus blasts into your
sign and gets a love connection off the ground.
February 25: Mercury-Neptune meetup This brings singles’ swagger back or, if you’re in a
Facts and evidence may be scarce today, so try LTR and have been squabbling, shows you where
another tack. Today’s energy is highly imaginative, to bury the hatchet.
so tune in to your intuition and pay attention to
signs, symbols and random “coincidences.” The March 13: Venus-Saturn square
truth IS out there—it’s just hiding in plain sight. Couples may have reason to believe your visions
of the future aren’t in sync. Today’s not the day
February 28: Mercury-Mars square to discuss it—just do some thinking about what
Visionary ideas are great, but if someone can’t you want. Give things a couple days to settle down
back up their big talk with a solid game plan, you’ll before you have “the talk.” You’ll have more
never get this thing off the ground. Take hyperbole perspective if you wait. Single? Stop trying so
with a grain of salt—and hold off another day. hard to find someone and treat yourself the way
your ideal partner should.
March: Love Hotspots March 17-May 16: Mars in Capricorn

March 1: Venus-Jupiter trine Woo-hoo! Your motivated ruling planet blasts into
Lucky in love? Why not? Part of that comes from its “exalted” position today, when it races into your
believing in it, and under this auspicious angle tenth house of status and structure. You could be
involving the love planet and optimistic Jupiter, consumed with where a relationship is heading, but
you may truly trust that anything’s possible. That don’t rush to make things official. Find out if your
helps you open your heart more, and THAT is long-term goals align and seek compromise where
what attracts a great mate. Couples can deepen they don’t. This lusty cycle could make you half of
their bond in a truly significant way. a power couple or heat up an office attraction.
March 4: Mercury-Venus meetup March 17: Pisces new moon

With mouthy Mercury and amorous Venus doing Hello, kinder, gentler Ram! Today’s healing
the tango through your twelfth house of secrets new moon fires up your imagination and primes
and fantasy, you’ll have no trouble expressing you for some deep emotional bonding. You may
your feelings to the one who matters most. You’re actually enjoy letting your softer, more receptive
easily swayed by a sweet talker’s seductive words side take the lead for a change.
ARIES 2018 HOTSPOTS
March 23: Venus-Pluto square most effective, you need to streamline, systematize
Power struggles with a loved one could interfere and put everything in its proper place. Be sure to
with your communication today. While you may delegate instead of trying to do it all yourself.
experience this as them trying to control you,
check in with yourself. Is it possible they triggered March 2: Mercury-Jupiter trine
an old childhood wound and that you’re actually Seeking kindred spirits? They’re out in droves
projecting that onto them? today. And with your twin gifts of gab and vision,
your networking efforts could lead you directly to
March 28: Venus-Uranus meetup your tribe. Got something to write? Do it today!
Hold your fire! This impulsive connection of Your message could reach people on a deep level.
romantic Venus and hotheaded Uranus in your
sign could make you prone to wild moves and March 6-May 13: Mercury in Aries
ill-considered changes. That said, if you’ve been Modesty will get you nowhere! Be the squeaky wheel
ready to break free from a confining situation or that gets the grease and let people know what you’ve
take a bold dating risk, this cosmic combo gives you been up to. With the messenger planet in your sign,
the guts to do it. you’ll feel comfortable sharing your ideas AND
successes. Focus on how others stand to benefit, and
March 31-April 24: Venus in Taurus they’ll be eating out of your hand.
Dial up the hedonistic touches! Today, sensual
Venus swings into her comfort zone—your luxe (yet March 11: Mars-Uranus trine
practical) second house. For the next three and a half Fortune favors the bold, and with this planetary
weeks, there’s no such thing as too much. pairing of red-hot Mars and shock-jock Uranus in
your sign, you’ll be unstoppable when it comes to
March 31: Libra full moon expressing yourself.
The year’s only full moon in Libra and your
partnership house signals some kind of turning March 11: Mercury-Saturn square
point in a key relationship. In a lukewarm union? Clever ideas need to be backed up with hard data
It’s sink-or-swim time. But if things have been and evidence today if you want the decision makers
getting better and better, you might be ready to go to buy in. Don’t get mad; get busy!
all in. Single? Don’t quit five minutes before the
miracle happens! March 13: Sun-Jupiter trine
Open your heart and share from that loving center.
March: Career Hotspots It’s safe to let a trusted person know what you’re
thinking and feeling. In fact, it’s the only way to get
March 1: Virgo full moon closer. Be sure to be an equally good listener if they
Today’s full moon in your organized sixth house chose to do the same.
summons the cosmic cleanup crew. To be your
ARIES 2018 HOTSPOTS
March 17-May 16: Mars in Capricorn March 31: Libra full moon
Career mojo: Rising! Today, your ruler blasts It’s safe to sign on the dotted line, as this lunar
into your goal-oriented tenth house, turning lift brings a budding partnership to a beautiful
up the pressure to succeed. But first you need to culmination point. Accept the offer, partner up
know exactly what you want. Over the next two for real, draft that contract! Just be sure to spell
months, get crystal-clear about your professional everything out in black and white.
objectives. Workplace pressure could get intense
and competitive. Find a worthy challenge and rise
to it; you could achieve leadership status for your
April: Love Hotspots
efforts. Mars hasn’t been here in two years. You’ve April 7: Venus-Saturn trine
got a lot of catching up to do! Ready to talk about the future? Today’s stabilizing
stars give you the confidence to make long-range
March 22-April 15: Mercury retrograde plans and share your concerns about financial
in Aries AND emotional security. In the dating game,
Here we go again. Mercury, the heavenly ruler of you might fall for a slightly older or more mature
communication, technology and travel, reverses person, online or at work.
course in your sign. Expect to downshift on some
key initiatives, possibly losing some hard-won April 11: Venus-Mars trine
ground or being sent back to the drawing board. Suddenly the future is ALL you can think about,
Over the next three weeks, review, rework and as love planets Venus and Mars form a supportive
reinvent your grand plan so it’ll be near perfect trine in your stability sectors. Hello, power couple!
when Mercury straightens out. Single? Keep an open mind about colleagues and
work associates. When you least expect it, sparks
March 24: Sun-Mars square could fly!
That old saying, “neither a borrower nor a lender
be,” is on the money today. If you don’t have it, April 17: Venus-Jupiter opposition
don’t try to spend it. You’ll avoid an awkward Rein yourself in, Ram! If you’ve gotten a little
situation that way. carried away with your spending or overconfident
about a certain relationship, today’s planetary
March 29: Sun-Saturn square opposition could tip the scales in an attempt to
Where’d your support system go? You could face restore balance. Watch out for possessiveness in a
opposition on one of your pet projects today, which union, and put yourself on an impulse-shopping
would be a major buzzkill. But don’t lose hope. freeze. If you don’t have enough cash on hand, pass
This might be the impetus to fix a core problem, it up!
leading you to a brilliant hack!
ARIES 2018 HOTSPOTS
April 17: Venus-Pluto trine and you could have a winning formula, though.
Don’t fall into the status trap. Today, all that glitters Energizing Mars gives you the stamina and drive
may not be gilt, as love planet Venus aligns with to pursue your goals, and stalwart Saturn lends the
powerhouse Pluto in your security-seeking spheres. willpower. Play your cards right, and you could hit
Look beyond someone’s wardrobe or unabashed a new milestone!
displays of wealth and make sure there’s a heart
connection. Coupled up? Take a step to shore up April 4: Mercury-Mars square
your financial stability. Motivator Mars is pushing you to take a leap of
faith, but a little voice inside your head is doing a
April 24-May 19: Venus in Gemini number on your confidence. Go ahead and jump—
You may suddenly take a lighter approach to love, just make sure you’ve got a parachute.
as amorous Venus flits into your social third house
for the next three weeks. “Casual” begins to sound a April 11: Sun-Pluto square
whole lot more appealing than “attached at the hip,” This is not the day to test the limits of an authority
or you could find yourself surprisingly attracted to figure. Sometimes you’ve simply got to toe the line.
someone you’ve only considered a friend. Even if someone is pulling a blatant power play,
don’t let it trigger your temper. This too shall pass.
April 29: Scorpio full moon
Siz-zle! A powerhouse of a full moon ignites your eighth April 15: Aries new moon
house of seduction, intimacy and erotic encounters. Happy cosmic New Year! Today’s new moon
Watch for deeply buried passions to bubble up to the in your sign is the perfect time to start writing a
surface. A simmering sexual attraction could finally new chapter. Set some intentions for work and
consummate. Careful: strong emotions, including your personal life, think of steps you can take this
jealousy, could easily surface. month…then watch your wishes manifest over the
coming six months.
April: Career Hotspots
April 18: Sun-Uranus meetup
April 1: Sun-Mercury meetup This annual mashup of the confident Sun and
Game on! Your charisma gets cranked up to eleven iconoclastic Uranus—both in Aries—helps you
today, so if you’ve got a big pitch or ask to make, color outside the lines and put your most innovative
work up your nerve and do it before you have the ideas out there. Spread the word because you could
chance to back out. attract an investor or grow your fan base.
April 2: Mars-Saturn meetup April 25: Mercury-Saturn square

Hit the gas or pump the brakes? It’s all about pacing Under this closed-minded starmap, your ideas may
yourself today as speedy Mars makes direct contact meet with resistance. Take it as a sign that you
with cautious Saturn. Combine their energies wisely could benefit from more research or polish. Don’t
ARIES 2018 HOTSPOTS
share anything prematurely. Better to go back and May 19: Venus in Cancer
solidify your plans. Today, compassionate Venus shifts into your
sentimental fourth house, moving domestic
April 26: Mars-Pluto meetup concerns to the front burner. Is it time to meet your
You’re solid as a rock under this biannual alignment mate’s family or talk about moving in together?
of your ruler, assertive Mars, and crafty Pluto. With If you’re already there, this is wonderful time to
these two powerhouses fist-bumping in your career deepen your emotional connection by embarking
corner, you could make a strategic move that sets on a home-improvement project together or even
the industry buzzing. talking babies.
April 29: Sun-Saturn trine May 25: Jupiter-Neptune trine

You’ve got some radical ideas on how to fix a Let those feelings flow! Today brings the second
problem—just be careful how you present them to of a series of three fortuitous trines between these
the powers that be. First show your willingness to heavenly heavyweights. The gates of compassion
work within the system, then, when you sense they’re will open as expansive Jupiter in your intimacy
aligned with your thinking, unpack your brainstorm. zone forms a golden trine with sensitive Neptune in
your receptive twelfth house. It’s safe to let others
April 29: Scorpio full moon know how much you really care.
Team up for the win! This enriching full moon
in your wealth corner may score a big victory for May 26: Venus-Saturn opposition
you and an investment partner. Take a fresh look Boundaries please! You know the right thing to do,
at ways you could make real estate a part of your yet under this knees-buckling opposition of loving
portfolio, or find a stream of passive revenue. Venus and cautious Saturn, you might lose your
Maybe it’s time to make some affiliate income or resolve. No matter how intense the pressure at
earn commission? work, don’t shortchange yourself in the self-care
department. You need it now more than ever!
May: Love Hotspots

May: Career Hotspots
May 7: Venus-Neptune square
Old childhood wounds could get triggered and May 7: Mercury-Pluto square
raise anxiety levels. But instead of trying to talk Power struggles could erupt at work today, and if
them out, try to FEEL them in your body and work you pay attention, you’ll see clearly that people
through them. Don’t let fear or confusion cause aren’t being upfront about everything. Stay mindful
you to lash out at innocent parties. Chances are, of your reactions. Some “daddy issues” may come
your imagination is running wild. up, causing you to lash out at someone who seems
to be holding you back.
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May 8: Sun-Jupiter opposition May 15: Uranus in Taurus (until

Double-check your numbers! Today, as the willful November 6)
Sun locks horns with optimistic Jupiter across This major transit hasn’t happened in 77 years, so
your financial axis, some of your time-and-money you can look forward to some big shifts! Radical
calculations may be way off the mark. Don’t be Uranus leaves Aries after being there since 2011—
lured into overspending. Go back to the drawing revolutionizing your identity. Today it enters Taurus
board and get it right. and your financial house for the next seven years.
Get ready to reinvent your entire money game!
May 11: Sun-Pluto trine
You could make a big step forward at work. May 16: Mars-Uranus square
Ask a respected mentor or higher-up for a Group dynamics and infighting threaten to
recommendation or introduction. Then, stand out undermine a team project. You may have to act
from the crowd by being strategic and assertively suddenly and switch gears. Even when the tension
promoting your ideas. rises, stay calm and remain flexible. This is the first
of three Mars-Uranus squares this year.
May 13: Mercury-Uranus meetup
These innovative planets make one last fist bump in May 16-August 12: Mars in Aquarius
Aries before relocating to Taurus over the next two Get people back on the same page. Help them focus
days. This is a great moment for groundbreaking on their shared goals instead of minor differences
concepts and off-the-cuff pitches. While you of opinion. During this extra-long cycle, you could
won’t be able to hold back your exciting ideas, be get involved in some very exciting collaborations.
aware that there could also be unexpected news or
curveball communications. May 18: Mercury-Saturn trine
Your thinking is keen and structured now, making
May 13-29: Mercury in Taurus this a perfect time to come up with a grand plan for
Mind your money! With the analytical planet those clever, if amorphous, notions.
in your finance zone for a month, you can make
some key tweaks to your budget and get super- May 23: Mercury-Jupiter opposition
organized at work. Note: The messenger planet Watch out for the tendency to get carried away
goes retrograde on April 18, so try to get things with blue-sky dreaming. Unrealistic goals, muddled
nailed down by then. thinking and poor planning will cause you to totally
overshoot the mark.
May 15: Taurus new moon
Looking to make more moolah or increase job May 23: Sun-Mars trine
security? This new moon of fresh starts will help As the charismatic Sun and go-getter Mars unite in
you bolster that nest egg over the coming six months your teamwork sector, a power surge of confidence
or seek out a more rewarding gig.
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helps you speak from the heart and advocate for a June 2: Venus-Neptune trine
shared cause today. You could make a bold splash “Platonic” loses its meaning today as the love
online, so press “post” on a viral message. planet Venus in your friendship zone forms a
harmonious angle to adventurous Jupiter in your
May 25: Mercury-Pluto trine relationship house. Forget champagne and oysters
No one will be able to resist your powers of as aphrodisiacs. What’ll get you going is intense and
persuasion—plus you’ve got the goods to back provocative conversation.
up your requests. Go ahead and apply for that
promotion, make a big pitch or ask for a raise. June 5: Venus-Pluto opposition
Your emotions may go on an extreme seesaw ride
May 29-June 12: Mercury in Gemini today. Part of you wants to connect on a deeper
Messenger Mercury marches into your eloquent level, yet old buried fears—of abandonment or
third house. The mouse (and mind) is mightier vulnerability—could form a wall around your
than the sword, so organize a brainstorming session heart. Feel your way through this; you don’t want
and don’t be afraid to advocate for your ideas. Stay to project YOUR issues onto loved ones.
open to constructive criticism—it will only make
your ideas sharper. June 12-29: Mercury in Cancer
You’ll be better able to objectively understand some
May 29: Sagittarius full moon of your behavior patterns for the next few weeks,
Go for it! Today’s full moon in your visionary ninth as talkative Mercury visits your touchy-feely fourth
house, the only one of 2018, super-charges some house. The greatest gift of this cycle? Achieving a
of your biggest dreams. Travel could be in the balance of head and heart—AND being able to
cards. Spin the globe and book a trip! You could be talk articulately about your emotions.
inspired to study or launch a startup idea. Take a
leap of faith; risks are favored now. June 13-July 10: Venus in Leo
If your love life has been slumping, you can kick
off an exciting new streak today, as amorous Venus
June: Love Hotspots shimmies into lusty Leo and your fifth house of
June 1: Venus-Jupiter trine courtship. Repeat after us: Yoga clothes are not
This heart-opening alignment of the “benefics” appropriate seduction getup! Attached? Set up
(helpful planets) will make you feel good all over regular (hot) date nights. No kids or fifth-wheel
and give your mojo a shot in the arm. Partners friends allowed!
could feel ready to take their next step toward
lasting security, and longtime couples might decide June 14: Venus-Uranus square
to renew their vows. Single? It’s time to get back in Today’s clash of Venus in your needy fourth house
the game—this time, like you mean it! and independent Uranus in your sign tugs you
between dueling desires. As an Aries, you definitely
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“If you suspect someone may be more talk than action, be direct
and let them know their story doesn’t add up.”
need your “me time.” The challenge is deciding

how important it is to also come home to someone
June: Career Hotspots
safe and familiar. You can’t have your cake and eat June 1: Mercury-Mars trine
it, too. Try to achieve more balance in your personal Today’s stars hand you the mic—and offer a
life, giving yourself breathing room while making hearty round of applause! Stop waffling and make
sure you don’t leave loved ones feeling abandoned that pitch or set up those important meetings.
or neglected. Be strategic about your social media posts. Your
opinions can inspire others more than ever.
June 21: Venus-Mars opposition
Do you feel like you’ve got one foot on the gas and June 7: Sun-Neptune square
the other on the brake in a certain relationship? Don’t take anything at face value today. If you
Love may get confusing as this cosmic face-off has suspect someone may be more talk than action, be
one part of you craving more of your beloved and direct and let them know their story doesn’t add
the other rooting for things to simmer down. Take up. The proof is always in the pudding, so ask for
a day to yourself to think this through. references and double-check all their claims. With
Neptune in the picture, you can’t be too safe (which
June 25: Venus-Jupiter square is way better than being sorry).
Your head and your heart (and other body parts)
may be at loggerheads today as Venus in your June 13: Gemini new moon
passion zone squares off with impulsive Jupiter in The year’s only new moon in your articulate
your intimacy corner. A fling may sound like fun, third house supports any and all modes of
but be sure you know what you’re getting into. communication. Explore synergies and plant the
Extricating yourself may prove way more difficult seeds for a collaborative project. Even a casual
than implicating yourself. Attached? Watch for conversation could lead to an exciting outcome
a surprise visit from the green-eyed monster. No down the road. Lay the groundwork and you could
accusing without hard evidence, okay? get a green light in the next six months.
June 29-September 6: Mercury in Leo June 26-August 27: Mars retrograde

With the messenger planet in loving Leo and your Slow your roll. Your career mojo has been off the
passionate fifth house, this is the perfect time to charts this summer, but when your ruling planet
express your strongest feelings and deepest desires. pivots into reverse, it’s time to downshift. Plan to
No holding back! spend time over the next two months reviewing
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how far you’ve come, what you’ve learned and July 8: Sun-Neptune trine
setting some new goals for the fall. Today’s heart-opening starmap is perfect for
courageously voicing your feelings and letting go of
June 27: Sun-Saturn opposition any stockpiled resentment. Clear the air and work
Sure, it would be nice to have it all, but this once-a- on forgiveness—if only to unburden yourself from
year cosmic clash of the dynamic Sun and cautious any pain you’re still carting around.
Saturn brings a needed reality check. You can load
up your schedule as much as you like, but that doesn’t July 9: Mercury-Jupiter square
mean you’ll actually get to enjoy any of it. Choose Don’t rush to gush! While you may be tempted to
quality over quantity. Less can definitely be more! pour your heart out, it’s better to preserve a little
sexy mystery. You’re not playing games—you’re
June 28: Capricorn full moon making them earn your devotion. Before you allow
Press that power suit and prepare to impress. yourself to fall head over heels for someone, make
This annual event could signal a professional sure they’re trustworthy.
high point! Landing in your career corner, the
full moon may bring a major work victory or, July 9-August 6: Venus in Virgo
if you’re looking to make a change, a dramatic “Healthy loving” is your new goal. Couples might
turning point on your path. start a workout or healthy eating plan together
during this four-week cycle. Single? Skip the wine
June 29-September 6: Mercury in Leo bar and hit the juice bar instead. Treating your
Crank up the creativity! Communicator Mercury body like a temple is the first step in attracting
pays an extra-long visit to your expressive fifth house. someone who will worship it!
Prepare to channel the muse and share your gift with
an appreciative audience. Just choose your setting July 11: Venus-Uranus trine
wisely so you’ll be viewed as a trailblazing talent, not A little more spontaneity in your love life would
a demanding attention-seeker. be a good thing, but not so much that it disrupts
the harmony. Singles could meet someone reliable
out of the blue through work, healthy pursuits or a
July: Love Hotspots surprisingly promising online connection. Couples
July 5: Sun-Jupiter trine can bond by switching things up in the boudoir or
Today’s fashion tip: Wear your heart on your sleeve. pursuing a new passion together.
With a confidence-boosting connection between the
expressive Sun and candid Jupiter, you’ll have the trust July 12: Cancer new moon (partial solar
it takes be a little more emotionally vulnerable. eclipse)
Eclipses can bring magic, and this one kicks off a
new six-month chapter for your domestic dreams.
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Whatever defines “home” for you now will become romance could stall, and there could be unnecessary
a high priority. This eclipse could prompt bold drama involving egos or an ex.
changes to your lifestyle. Possibilities include: baby
plans, meeting each other’s families, swapping keys July 27: Venus-Pluto trine
or buying real estate. You’ll get a taste of what it’s like to have passion
AND a grounded connection with someone
July 14: Venus-Saturn trine today. Should they need you to be there for them,
Don’t overcomplicate things! Today’s solid starmap do whatever it takes to put your own wants aside
can help you get back to basics with a partner or a and support them. This will come back to you in
creative project. When you feel the drama starting spades.
to build, don’t engage! If you can face any conflicts
with honesty and compassion, you’ll melt the tension July 27: Sun-Mars opposition
and avert a crisis before it occurs. Are you comparing your love life to everyone else’s?
That slippery slope will only stress you out. Soliciting
July 24: Venus-Neptune opposition friends’ opinions could make it hard to figure out
If you feel like you’re driving through thick fog what YOU want, so be careful. Single? Take a day
today, blame it on nebulous Neptune, which is off from dating apps if you’re getting overwhelmed
facing off against love-planet Venus. It may not be or bummed out by the current selection.
possible to distinguish fact from fantasy, so avoid
making ANY assumptions or taking decisive action
you can’t easily reverse.
July: Career Hotspots
July 5: Mercury-Mars opposition
July 25: Sun-Uranus square Argumentative much? You might feel out of step
Work doubly hard at keeping your cool today. A with others, but think twice—make that thrice!—
provocative angle between the hotheaded Sun and before stirring the pot online or IRL. Think
rebellious Uranus could push your buttons in a big carefully before teaming up and choose the right
way, and you don’t want to turn your fiery wrath on players. You may not be in the mood to share the
the wrong person. Watch out for defensive behavior spotlight, but here’s the harsh truth: You can only
and overreacting. You want to show people you’re go so far on your own. Swallow your pride and you
in control, not out of it. can bask in a shared victory.
July 26-August 19: Mercury retrograde July 12: Sun-Pluto opposition

in Leo Try not to take things personally today. If you’re
Here we go again! Messenger Mercury, ruler of feeling resentful or underappreciated, consider that
communication and technology, spins into reverse this might just be projection. Under this evasive
in your creative, passionate fifth house. A budding starmap, it will be hard to have a direct conversation
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“If you’re feeling resentful or unappreciated,

consider that this might just be projection.”
or get a straight answer from anyone. Instead of meet someone with the potential for lasting love.
seething, indulge in extra self-care. August 6: Sun-Jupiter square
Not a good day to hammer out a compromise!
July 26-August 19: Mercury retrograde Someone may be full of hot air or making promises
in Leo they can’t keep. Tread carefully and avoid sensitive
Slice of humble pie, anyone? Communicator or controversial topics. People will be thin-skinned
Mercury makes a U-turn in your expressive and egos easily bruised.
fifth house, causing your assertiveness to read as
arrogance. Dial down the diva antics and breathe August 7: Venus-Mars trine
before staging a big confrontation. Making a scene With the love planets canoodling in sensual earth
will make you look less like a hero, more like a signs, this could be one of your best love days of the
horse’s you-know-what. year. Coupled? Let your mate know how much you
care. Single Aries are strongly encouraged to take a
July 27: Aquarius full moon (total lunar little gamble in the game of love!
eclipse)
Join the ranks or go your own way? Today’s August 9: Venus-Saturn square
page-turning eclipse marks a turning point. A Slow your roll! While you may feeling it, it’s
collaboration might reach an exciting completion. possible that your love interest isn’t on the same
Or you’ll team up with an inspiring crew. Don’t page—or even reading the same book about the
be surprised—or terribly disappointed—if you future. This cosmic yellow light advises caution.
part ways with one group. You know what they say Before you go in any deeper, hit pause and discuss
about “when one door closes…” your long-term goals and desires. Chances are,
you’ll probably both need to compromise.
August: Love Hotspots August 11: Leo new moon (partial solar
eclipse)
August 6-September 9: Venus in Libra
This powerful new moon and solar eclipse signals
Loving Venus saunters into your house of
fresh starts and brings the opportunity to write
committed connections, strengthening your
a new chapter in the book of love. Stay open to
bonds and adding a heaping helping of sweetness
someone who may lead you in a wildly different
to all of your relationships. If you weren’t sure
direction. Take note—or take extra precautions:
before now, you’ll know with certainty. Suddenly
Under this fertility-boosting lunation, a pregnancy
the glass is more than half full! Single? You could
is possible in the coming months.
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“The year’s only Pisces full moon dramatically illuminates

your house of imagination and closure. It may be time to shut
the door firmly on a distressing situation or relationship.”
August 11: Mercury-Jupiter square It may be time to shut the door firmly on a distressing
Save your big reveal for another day. Honesty is situation or relationship. Swept off your feet? A little
not the best policy because you’re likely to raise daydreaming is fine, but be careful not to get taken
eyebrows AND suspicions by being too out there. for a ride. If you’ve been punishing someone who’s
Trying to explain your position will take too much more than repented, la luna reminds you what it
work today—and you simply don’t have the energy means to truly forgive.
to field all the confused questions.
August 26: Venus-Pluto square
August 12-September 10: Mars in Capricorn Is it real or in your head? This cosmic clash might
Mars is spinning retrograde until August 27, and make you feel like someone (possibly your love
today it pivots back into Capricorn for the second interest) is trying to manipulate you. Or could this
time this year. Old issues that you thought were be old childhood issues rearing their painful heads
long since resolved could flare up out of the blue. again? Make a reality check in before you hurl any
Do your best to keep your work and personal lives accusations.
separate. You might not realize how much tension
you’re bringing home OR how much the people August 28: Mercury-Jupiter square
closest to you resent it. Brace yourself for the second clash between these
plainspoken planets this month (the first was August
August 19: Jupiter-Neptune trine 11). Luckily, this time Mercury isn’t retrograde, so
It’s a day of sweet surrender, as limitless Jupiter in it may be easier to address a touchy topic or get
your intimacy corner syncs up with intuitive Nep- answers from people who’ve been evasive. Still, it
tune in your compassionate twelfth house. Don’t won’t be an open-and-shut case, so don’t rush to
even try to keep your defenses up. Instead, enjoy conclusions. Air your feelings, but with discretion.
the warm glow you feel when you allow yourself Not everyone needs (or deserves) to know your
to be supported by loved ones. Been keeping quiet deepest secrets.
about a desire or fantasy? Share and you could
discover an eager companion.
August: Career Hotspots:
August 26: Pisces full moon August 2: Mars-Uranus square
The year’s only Pisces full moon dramatically Teamwork might prove challenging under this
illuminates your house of imagination and closure. edgy angle. Competing egos threaten to undermine
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a project. Be prepared to grab the reins and

switch gears on a moment’s notice. The trick to
September: Love Hotspots
keeping everyone calm is staying flexible and not September 8: Venus-Mars square
overreacting to the dissenters. When the zodiac’s famed lovers lock into a
squabble, it could be a sign that things are moving
August 12-September 10: Mars in Capricorn too fast in your own relationship—or that someone
Motivator Mars (your ruler) reverses into Capricorn, is failing to communicate effectively. If you’re
and even when the red planet is retrograde, he single, you could be unclear about what you want.
can spark action. Now he’s stimulating your tenth You may not see eye-to-eye about the future with
house of professional success for the second time a partner. One of you may be dragging your heels
this year. Hit the gas, but realize that things may around commitment while the other piles on
not move forward in a constant, straight line. Watch pressure. What’s really going on here? Do a little
for clashes with authority figures, stressful deadlines soul-searching or talk it through.
and job demands that can push you to the brink.
If you’re questioning your career path, don’t rush September 9-November 1: Venus in
into changes that you haven’t fully considered—or Scorpio
without a solid backup plan! Venus saunters into your seduction zone, turning
your boudoir into Sexytime Central. Shimmy into
August 25: Sun-Uranus trine something alluring when you hit the town. And
Doing the same old same old thing will only lead once you’re indoors with your amour? Just make
to the same results. Focus on creative solutions to sure to post the “Do Not Disturb” sign.
sticky problems. Explore apps or crowdsource ideas
instead of trying to figure this out alone. September 10-November 15: Mars in
Aquarius
August 25: Sun-Saturn trine Lusty Mars makes a second trip (this time without a
Take a giant step forward at work by owning your retrograde period) through your eleventh house of
leadership abilities. But keep ego out of it! This is platonic connections. Friends could become lovers.
about serving others and making a real difference. Since this zone of your chart rules technology, a
dating app could actually yield a few winners.
August 27: Mars retrograde ends
Intensifier Mars ends a stressful retrograde that September 12: Venus-Uranus opposition
began on June 26. As the red planet powers forward Ouch! This fierce and unpredictable cosmic
in your career house, this could go a long way toward clash of loving Venus and shock-jock Uranus
resolving in-fighting at work. If you’ve been under could send you running for cover from someone’s
pressure or had a job search stall, things should fall emotional outbursts. Check in with what you’re
back into place now. Contemplating a job change feeling. If trust issues arise as a result, wait for
or a big move? This is your all-clear signal.
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this one-day transit to pass before you attempt to distracted or blown off course. Someone with an
talk it out. ulterior motive may not be showing their hand.
September 18: Mars-Uranus square September 9: Virgo new moon

Under this explosive confab of heated Mars Devote some time under this annual new moon
and unpredictable Uranus (the third this year), in your efficient sixth house to setting new work
everything feels combustible. People may jump objectives and thinking pragmatically about
to conclusions and lash out impulsively. Your timelines, budget and division of labor. If certain
passionate urges could get the best of you, common goals are larger than life, break them down into
sense be damned. Think twice before you hop into small, doable steps and take daily action. And if
bed with a friend or total stranger. the load is too much for you, outsource or delegate!
September 21-October 10: Mercury in September 9: Mercury-Uranus trine

Libra Your mind is clear and organized, making this a
During this short but sweet cycle, expressive Mercury great day to present a well-researched idea. Make
breezes through your house of partnerships and sure you’ve figured out a budget and schedule so
commitment, a productive time to discuss making you can win supporters. Do detailed work that
things official. Longtime couples can get back in might seem “boring”—you could have a few
sync, enjoying sweet and simpatico dialogue. eureka moments with these two ingenious planets
in sync.
September: Career Hotspots September 10-November 15: Mars in

Aquarius
September 5-22: Mercury in Virgo
Go-getter Mars returns to your eleventh house
As logical Mercury blazes a trail through your
of technology and teamwork for a second,
systemized, organized sixth house, you’ll be able
retrograde-free trip. Collaborations could heat up
to quickly and efficiently get your life back on
and develop swiftly.
track. Streamline your schedule, eliminate clutter
and prioritize your wellbeing. Chaos is a time and
September 11: Sun-Pluto trine
energy zapper—and you’ll realize that once you
You’re on the brink of a breakthrough, so stay the
complete your cleanup mission!
course, even when you lose your confidence. Should
your spirits start to flag, set your sights on an even
September 7: Sun-Neptune opposition
loftier goal and commit to not giving up.
Stuck in the muck? Blame nebulous Neptune
opposing the decisive Sun, which can derail the
best-laid plans. You may think you’re focusing
and moving forward, yet all too easily you’ll get
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“Don’t sell yourself short just to avoid making waves.

Sometimes you have to rock the boat to get ahead.
Restrictive Saturn may try to hold you back, but stay
focused on the reason you’re doing this in the first place.”
September 21-October 10: Mercury in

October: Love Hotspots
Libra
The messenger planet wings into your seventh house October 5-November 16: Venus retrograde
of committed partnerships and contracts. Got some Love planet Venus kicks off its once-every-
negotiating to do? Hit the bargaining table! 18-months backspin through your house of
committed relationships. Intimate affairs may
September 24: Aries full moon get complicated, and you’ll need to sort through
This powerful annual event—the year’s only full issues of commitment, trust and balance. Because
moon in your sign—is like a cosmic gift just for retrogrades rule the past, an ex could resurface,
you! It can bring the completion of a project you’ve dangling fierce temptation. For couples going
been laboring on for the past six months and shine through a rocky patch, this would be a good period
a spotlight on your singular ideas. It may not be to give each other some space or work through
time for your victory lap just yet…but start taking issues with a therapist.
notes for your acceptance speech!
October 8: Libra new moon
September 25: Sun-Saturn square You may be inspired to compromise a little of your
Don’t sell yourself short just to avoid making precious freedom today—and over the coming
waves. Sometimes you have to rock the boat to months—as a new moon in your partnership zone
get ahead. Restrictive Saturn may try to hold you offers the chance for a fresh start in some of your
back, but stay focused on the reason you’re doing closest unions. Single? Someone who blazes into
this in the first place. And remind yourself that your life like a comet could turn into a true partner
you have a right to be respected, even if people over the next six months.
don’t agree.
October 9-31: Mercury in Scorpio
September 27: Sun-Mars trine Talk dirty to me! Expressive Mercury in your erotic
On this charismatic day, be daring, take a bold eighth house makes you quite the seductive siren.
initiative and let your leadership abilities shine. Open up and share a few secrets. If someone
With the confident Sun and assertive Mars reveals confidential matters, keep them under lock
aligned, there’s no holding you back. and key. Trust is everything.
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“Stop bending over backward for other people.

Don’t let a love interest or partner take
advantage of your generosity.”
October 10: Venus-Mars square calm negotiation could sort everything out. Get the
Boundaries, please! Stop bending over backward facts before you freak out.
for other people. Don’t let a love interest or partner
take advantage of your generosity. The more you October 31-December 2: Venus in Libra
yield, the less ground you’ll have to defend in Feeling out of sync? Love planet Venus backs into
the long run. By the same token, take care not to your partnership house for a second time this year,
run over your partner’s feelings. This may be the remaining retrograde until November 16. While
threshold to an exciting new era of honesty and this would normally be cause for celebration, in
passion between you—if you approach it as an retrograde, Venus won’t let you gloss over any
opportunity rather than an obstacle. glaring issues in your relationships or approach to
love. An ex-partner or old patterns could resurface.
October 19: Mercury-Neptune trine In general, this is a valuable time to work on
You’re in a creative and compassionate mood, realigning the balance of power and getting a
and your empathy is so strong you’re practically handle on why you (still) are attracted to people
psychic. If you can avoid absorbing too much of who aren’t a suitable match for you.
people’s emotions, you might resolve an old issue
because you now see—and feel!—others’ views so
clearly. Be tough when necessary and hold people October: Career Hotspots
accountable for their behavior. October 3: Mercury-Pluto square
Under this hotheaded clash, watch what you say
October 29: Mercury-Jupiter meetup and hold your cards close to your vest. People may
You’ll feel safe speaking from the heart, as the seem open, but they could have some less-than-
most forthright planets sync up in your eighth honorable ulterior motives.
house of intimacy and bonding. You’re not likely
to get your needs met if you don’t let anyone know October 8: Libra new moon
what they are! Are you considering an offer to team up with
someone for business or a shared creative project?
October 31: Venus-Uranus opposition Today’s new moon in your partnership realm opens
Watch out for a possessive streak—in you or someone the door for exciting synergies and collaborations.
you’re dealing with. With rebellious Uranus playing Proceed slowly but decisively, perhaps testing your
a starring role, you may overreact and bolt when a chemistry on a shared project. You’ll reap the
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rewards of a dynamic duo over the coming six

months.
November: Love Hotspots
November 7: Scorpio new moon
October 9-31: Mercury in Scorpio A relationship renaissance could arrive under
Hunker down and focus! Mental Mercury enters this new moon of fresh starts. In Scorpio and
your eighth house of research and strategy, your intense eighth house, it can help reboot the
helping you take a calculated approach. Tune out intimacy in your relationships and bring sexy back
distractions and dive into a detailed assignment (if it’s been MIA). Over the next six months, bonds
while your concentration powers are razor-sharp. deepen, and couples could take that next step toward
cohabitation, engagement or a significant move.
October 10: Mercury-Uranus opposition
Your mind is in overdrive, but think before you November 9: Venus-Mars trine
speak! You’ll be prone to impulsive comments, and Friendly fire. The love planets meet in a golden angle
something could slip out that you instantly regret! today. Venus is in your relationship house, Mars in
your friendship sector. Couples can bring back the
October 12: Sun-Pluto square love by doing something social together. Single?
Control issues may crop up under this confrontational Sparks might fly with someone in your circle, or you
clash. You know what’s right, but someone’s could meet a promising candidate online.
authoritative manner may leave you cold—and raise
some of your own competitive issues. November 19: Mars in Pisces
Intensity and illusion colors the remainder of the
October 24: Taurus full moon year. Feisty Mars powers down in your twelfth
Cha-ching! This annual event in your money zone house of rest, healing and mixed signals for the
could bring an exciting development at work or rest of the year. While you could get swept away by
the windfall you’ve been hoping for. No prosperous a fantasy figure or a clandestine attraction, these
ships looming on the horizon? Redouble your wild feelings can also turn your life upside down.
efforts. Resolute Taurus encourages you to not take Watch for deception (including self-deception)
no for an answer! and be careful not to trust too readily. For couples,
this transit can be ideal for a healing escape or
long-overdue forgiveness work. Enough denial—
October 24: Sun-Uranus opposition
it’s time to confront that fuchsia elephant in the
Did you forget to factor one important detail into
relationship already.
your calculations? Today’s erratic stars could
throw you a curveball, with the Sun and volatile
Uranus facing off in your money axis. Go back November 30: Venus-Uranus opposition
to the drawing board and get it right, and put all While it’s important to keep the peace in key
risky investments on hold for the time being. relationships, neither over-compromising your own
needs nor resolutely insisting on having your way
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will lead to harmony. If you can’t find a suitable taking calculated risks and exploring unchartered
partner, look at the role your fierce need for territories—both literally and metaphorically. Your
independence may be playing. only limit is your imagination!
November 16-December 6: Mercury

November: Career Hotspots retrograde
Stop, think, review, reevaluate! Today, the
November 6-March 7: Uranus in Aries
communication planet, Mercury, does an about-
Get ready for the final leg of your reinvention tour!
face in your expansive and visionary ninth house.
Shock-jock Uranus dips back into Aries, and then it
You may have been going full-throttle in one
won’t return for 84 years. Where are you not living
direction, but this three-week event invites you to
authentically or expressing your individuality?
slow down and rethink your plans. It’s frustrating to
Where could you speak more directly? And on
be sure, but in the long run, you might be grateful
the flip side, where does your insistence on “doing
for the forced slowdown.
you” become more of a detriment or liability
to your dreams? Your mission: discovering the
proper balance between radical self-expression and November 19: Mars in Pisces
peaceful coexistence. Conserve your energy! Your cosmic ruler, energizing
Mars, decamps to your twelfth house of rest and
healing for the remainder of the year. You may
have a hard time focusing or require more sleep
A wealth-minded new moon unleashes a wave of
than usual. But your artistry and imagination are
opportunities to reinvent yourself financially over
off the charts. Creative visualization can produce
the coming six months. This annual event helps you
more than rampant “doing.”
take a longer view of your investments, especially
those that involve other people. Got debt? Work
with a pro to come up with a plan to reduce it. Got November 20: Mars-Jupiter square
savings? It might be time to think about getting into Letting go can be painful, but if you’re honest
the real estate game. with yourself (encouraged by truth-teller Jupiter’s
presence), you’ll acknowledge that it’s time for
closure—and possibly forgiveness. Difficult as it
November 8, 2018–December 2, 2019:
is, when you confront these things bravely and
Jupiter in Sagittarius release what no longer has a place in your life,
A new chapter begins as expansive Jupiter exits you open doors to a whole new level of freedom
Scorpio and your house of wealth, sexuality and and contentment!
intimacy after 13 months in residence, entering
Sagittarius and your ninth house of travel,
entrepreneurship and study. This kicks off a year of
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“Conserve your energy! Your cosmic ruler, energizing

Mars, decamps to your twelfth house of rest and healing
for the remainder of the year. You may have a hard time
focusing or require more sleep than usual.”
November 23: Gemini full moon December 2: Venus in Scorpio

This annual event in your communication sector Refresh your lingerie drawer and practice those
could bring news of a big decision you’ve been alluring gazes. Today, romantic Venus shimmies
waiting for. Got your own message to deliver? Get into the most sultry and seductive sector of your
it out there now. This is also a great day to set up chart, turning up the heat in your boudoir for the
important meetings and do the networking thing! rest of the year. Harmonizer Venus also helps you
work through emotional intricacies or trust issues
November 26: Sun-Jupiter meetup that have flared up.
You can break through a huge barrier under this
galvanizing mashup, which only happens once December 7: Mars-Neptune meetup
a year. With the fearless Sun aligned with lucky Your imagination is on fire, as passionate Mars
Jupiter, dream big and remove all self-imposed teams up with fantasy-fueler Neptune in your
limits. With this dynamic duo in your visionary wistful twelfth house. It’ll be easy to get swept up in
ninth house, a potent push could inspire you to daydreams and whisked away on a steamy fantasy
book an exciting trip or get serious about that encounter. Just be discerning about believing
entrepreneurial venture! people’s promises. If it sounds too good to be true…
December: Love Hotspots December 21: Venus-Neptune trine

Sexual attraction may be stronger than rational
December 1: Mercury in Scorpio thought under this nebulous alignment. There’s
Logical Mercury, which is retrograde until nothing wrong with exploring where it takes
December 6, dips back into your eighth house of you—unless you’re breaking a commitment to
shared resources and intense focus for the next someone. Enjoy the chemistry but don’t abandon
two weeks. What, if any, issues did you not fully your highest values for a moment of pleasure. For
express to your partner back in October when couples, this could be a day of pure fantasy—play
Mercury was last here? Now is your chance to it up to the hilt!
fulfill that conversation.
December 22: Cancer full moon
Under this emotional full moon in your domestic
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“Under this emotional full moon in your domestic fourth house—

the second one this year—it’s safe to reveal your sensitive side
and wear your heart on your sleeve.”
fourth house—the second one this year (the first December 5: Sun-Neptune square
was on January 1)—it’s safe to reveal your sensitive How realistic are your lofty plans? It’s great to
side and wear your heart on your sleeve. In fact, it dream big—that’s how you accomplish incredible
might be impossible not to get all misty-eyed and things—but today’s Sun-Neptune square can
mushy. Home and family are in the spotlight. For distort the situation, and people may be less than
some Aries, this lunation could bring baby plans or honorable in their intentions. Keep your most
a visit from the proverbial stork. skeptical guard up—better safe than sorry!
December: Career Hotspots December 6: Mercury retrograde ends

Hallelujah! The messenger planet resumes
December 1: Mercury in Scorpio forward motion today, which means you can get
Getting the big picture is useful, but don’t look back into action with those visionary plans that
through such a wide-angle lens that you miss got interrupted during Mercury’s retrograde last
significant details. With analytical Mercury month. Once again, it’s safe to do a little blue-
backing into your eighth house of investigation sky thinking and see who else might want to get
and concentration, you’ll be able to focus on the involved on a collaborative basis.
key minutiae of any projects and devise solutions to
help streamline your process. Mercury is retrograde December 7: Sagittarius new moon
until December 6, so use the next few days for Go big! The year’s only expansive new moon in
research and editing. Sagittarius helps you get a jump start on crafting
inspired resolutions, especially around travel, study
December 2: Sun-Mars square and independent ventures. Put your grand ideas
This is not a good day to sit down and talk things out there and they could take flight in the coming
out “reasonably.” It’s more like a battle of wills six months.
and power plays. One person may be passive-
aggressively trying to coerce another into doing December 12: Mercury in Sagittarius
their bidding, with someone else acting like a know- You almost can’t dream too big now, with nimble
it-all without gathering the facts. (Yikes! Could Mercury activating your expansive ninth house for
one of them be you?) Think before you speak—or the rest of the year. The communication planet will
react—today. help you articulate those visions and find the right
audience to share them with.
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December 20: Sun-Uranus trine

Don’t listen to the hive mind today! With innovative
Uranus sparking your imagination, you need to
play to your Aries strengths and follow your heart.
Your unique take on the world is exactly what’s
needed to bust through a plateau.
December 21: Mercury-Jupiter meetup

With these two outspoken planets aligned in your
truth-telling ninth house, you’ll get refreshingly
real. An exciting idea could go viral. If you’re a
business owner, your holiday sales can boom with
some savvy marketing.
December 25: Mercury-Neptune square

This is the perfect moment for creative visualization.
Do some free writing and jot down resolutions for
the coming year. Just don’t rush to act on them.
Let your imagination marinate before coming up
with a firm action plan. Be careful not to volunteer
for an office rescue mission, or you could end up
saddled with work over the holidays. u
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The Highlights
Relationships take center stage in 2018, as Adventurous Jupiter spent most of 2017
lucky Jupiter soars through the committed in your sixth house of health, pushing you
zones of your chart all year. This is a to develop better habits or tend to your
refreshing change, as you’ve had restrictive wellbeing. This year, you’ll stay fit with the
Saturn here from 2012 to 2017, making help of your friends. Combine exercising
companionship feel like an uphill climb. and healthy eating with socializing. Meet a
Battle scars and hard-won lessons have friend for a bike ride instead of at the bar,
left you wiser, and you can apply this self- or combine a conference call with a power
knowledge to happy, healthy partnerships in walk instead of zoning out at your desk.
2018—at last! Changemaker Uranus in your first house
of appearances could inspire an extreme
MONEY & CAREER makeover this summer or fall.
Partnerships prosper with lucky Jupiter
attracting new collaborators, possibly from FAMILY & FRIENDS
afar. But save room for your solo projects, With your passion projects and partnerships
too: Pioneering Uranus enters Taurus for percolating, you won’t have much time to
the first time in 77 years mid-May, blessing touch down at home base. But domestic
you with influencer status until 2026. An matters take the stage in January and August,
indie project could put your name on when a pair of eclipses may bring a move,
the map. With structured Saturn in your renovations or quality time with family. Your
entrepreneurial ninth house all year, you relationship with your mother, a child or a
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of your own enterprise. Two eclipses in your
career corner this year can bring job changes
and unexpected offers—even a brand new
professional path.
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Power Dates for Taurus
TAURUS NEW MOON
May 15
TAURUS FULL MOON

October 24
TAURUS SOLAR RETURN

April 19–May 20
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ajor life changes: incoming! This Taurus, your security-seeking sign isn’t always
year, the planets will touch down keen on change, but the next phase of your life
on the most major points in your will teach you to embrace it. By nature, you’re
chart, revamping everything from a creature of habit who prefers to plan your
your relationships and home life to your personal moves and execute them deliberately—like a bull
passions and career. charging after its target.
These winds of change are expansive ones, Well, that may not be possible under 2018’s
inviting you to step out of a worn comfort zone cosmic lineup. Sticking to the status quo could
that’s grown confining. Whether you leave an mean missing out on an exciting opportunity.
outmoded situation or just make big shifts within And you certainly don’t want to do that!
your current setup, 2018 will be anything but
business as usual.
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So, what’s behind all this new energy? For starters, your individuality, Jupiter will connect you to
Uranus, the planet of revolution and radical shifts, kindred spirits who appreciate that uniqueness—
will start an eight-year voyage through your sign and don’t cramp your style. Jupiter and Uranus
on May 15—its first visit in 77 years. Incidentally, are two of the most freedom-loving planets, so
this is also the date of the only Taurus new moon you’ll crave lots of room to roam and explore this
in 2018. Talk about turning a bold page! Between year. But you’ll also want good company for your
now and April 2026, you could transform adventures. Now, you just might find it!
everything from your career to your living situation
to your appearance. Jupiter’s visit could bring an exciting new long-
term relationship or perhaps the end of an
Uranus is the planet of sudden changes and arrangement you’ve outgrown. Keep it civil,
events, and transitions could happen quickly. The Bull. “Conscious uncoupling” isn’t reserved for
side-spinning planet takes 84 years to return to celebs like Gwyneth Paltrow and Chris Martin.
each zodiac sign; its last trek through Taurus was If a partnership has run its course, philosophical
from 1934 to 1941! This will be literally a once- Jupiter helps you wish each other well and go
in-a-lifetime event for most Bulls, since the next your own ways. It won’t take long for you to
Uranus visit will be in the year 2102. meet a thrilling new match. Things could move
into super-official territory fast, especially once
So go on and fly that freak flag, Taurus! Liberated Jupiter enters Sagittarius and your eighth house of
Uranus helps you get bolder about sharing merging in November. For happily-coupled Bulls,
your individuality and novel ideas. Under this this could be an important time to evolve the way
unconventional transit, you might shock people you and your partner interact.
by leaving a long-term job and going freelance,
or packing up and moving to another region Overall, your relationships will get lighter and
spontaneously. Offers could come out of the blue, happier, because weighty Saturn is finally out of
and you might just jump on ‘em. your partnership houses—and it’s been trudging
through them since October 2012. For the last six
In 2018’s new skyscape, you’ll be attracted to years, you’ve been in interpersonal boot camp,
unorthodox people and ideas. Expansive Jupiter, learning some tough but life-altering lessons about
the planet of growth and risk-taking, is visiting how to play well with others. Now that Saturn
your opposite sign of Scorpio until November 8, has moved on to Capricorn and your horizon-
sweeping through your seventh house of committed broadening ninth house, the pressure lifts. Set your
relationships. You could click unexpectedly with sights on visionary goals and go see the world!
people from wildly different backgrounds, cultures
and mindsets. Whether for romance or finance, Rounding out the reinvention tour, four of this
this Jupiter cycle brings luck through dynamic year’s five eclipses fall in Leo and Aquarius,
duos. While Uranus emboldens you to express bringing changes to your fourth house of home
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“Do we hear wedding bells? During this Jupiter cycle,

many Bulls will get engaged or tie the knot.”
and family (Leo) and your tenth house of career Develop new interpersonal skills, perhaps through
(Aquarius). From an unexpected move to a communication workshops or business coaching.
surprise pregnancy to a job offer that comes out If you typically hold your cards close to your vest,
of left field, the 2018 stars are determined to keep outspoken Jupiter inspires you to share more. A
you on your toes. When the dust settles, you might new open-book policy can attract fascinating
realize you like this new landscape a whole lot friends into your sphere.
more than you thought you would! Keep an open
mind and an open heart, Taurus. A Taurus who plays the provider role (as many
Bulls do) will learn how to be vulnerable and
Jupiter in Scorpio: So happy together. receive. If you’re more the posh-and-pampered
October 10, 2017–November 8, 2018 personality, you might find yourself playing
benefactor instead of beneficiary—and learning
Dynamic duos unite! After a busy and work- so much about yourself in the process. Jupiter
focused 2017 you’re craving good company, and balances the give-and-take with everyone, from
the stars deliver. Expansive Jupiter visits your colleagues to companions to your clan.
opposite sign of Scorpio until November 8,
bringing its bountiful touch to your seventh house Do we hear wedding bells? During this Jupiter
of partnerships and one-on-one connections. cycle, many Bulls will get engaged or tie the knot.
From long-distance love to a prosperous business Whether you plan a destination wedding (Jupiter
alliance, optimistic Jupiter inspires you to roll the loves travel) or dash off to the Elvis chapel in
dice. You could make a commitment official or Vegas, your cautious sign could be ready to jump
move on from a relationship you’ve outgrown. In the broom into happily-ever-after.
it for the long haul? Worldly Jupiter sends you on
a quest for shared adventures that breathe new life As a testament to the “red giant’s” matchmaking
into your bond. powers, Ophi met her Taurus husband, Jeffrey,
in 2006, the last time Jupiter was in Scorpio. At
This Jupiter cycle, which only happens every 12 the time, he was a divorced dad of an adorable
years, will inspire a whole new way of relating. six-year-old girl, Clementine. The three of them
Jupiter was last in Scorpio from October 25, 2005 quickly became a close-knit crew. Ophi and Jeffrey
until November 23, 2006, so look back to that got engaged during this Jupiter cycle and moved
time for themes that will emerge again. Jupiter in in together—very much in line with Jupiter’s leap
Scorpio can bring eye-opening role reversals. If into official territory. Twelve years later, Jupiter
you’re a talker, work on becoming a better listener. has returned to Scorpio, and the relationship
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will undergo another growth cycle. This time, especially attractive to serious-minded types. You
Clementine is finishing high school and going off to may flow from one commitment right into another
college, leaving an emptier nest and space for Ophi without trying. Although serial monogamy suits
and Jeffrey to develop new interests as a couple. your steady sign, don’t skip Jupiter’s self-discovery
process. Rushing into cohabitation or speeding to
Single? Expand your reach. Open up to someone the altar could get messy down the line, even if
from a different cultural background and flirt you’re “sure” this person is the One.
with people who don’t fit your usual type. Who
knows? That sinewy surfer could actually be the This same caution applies to budding business
perfect complement to your buttoned-up banker partnerships. With eager Jupiter in your house
or bookworm. Variety can add spice during this of contracts, you could rush to sign on the dotted
Jupiter cycle. While affectionate Bulls need a line. Jupiter is the cosmic gambler, and you might
warm body close by, don’t pooh-pooh a long- be tempted to ignore little crimson flags in the
distance relationship. If you’re on the dating apps, rush to seal a deal. Conduct your due diligence
widen your search radius beyond five to ten miles and don’t be overconfident. Hire an attorney for
from your home. Jupiter rules travel, and won’t be a couple hours of legal advice and make sure
mad if you rack up a few frequent flyer miles or you know what you’re getting into. If everything
relocate for that special someone. checks out, great! You’ll have peace in your heart
knowing you did this with integrity.
Been together awhile? Jupiter in Scorpio gives
longtime duos a fresh focus. You might launch If you do leap into a partnership without looking,
a joint venture or team up on a business idea. you might pull back a little when Jupiter goes
Learning and growing together is the key, so craft retrograde from March 8 to July 10. During this
your shared bucket list and start crossing things off. time, you could have second thoughts about
You could take a semester of Italian lessons, then moving forward. Couples can benefit from seeing
head to Tuscany for a culinary and wine retreat… a therapist together or taking a trial separation.
or get scuba certified and go diving in the Maldives. Since retrogrades can bring back the past, an
Spin the globe and dream! Venture beyond your old love could reappear, or you could realize that
usual spots and try new restaurants, a night at a someone is “the one that got away.” Maybe the
boutique hotel, a day trip outside city limits. Novel second time around is the charm?
experiences will spike the passion factor.
Friends can become lovers in 2018, especially
Has a work or romantic relationship run its course? between May and August, when Jupiter will travel
This Jupiter cycle could find you parting ways— in a rare and harmonious trine (120-degree angle)
most likely on amicable terms. If you do split up, with enchanting Neptune in Pisces and your social
it won’t be long until a bounty of new prospects eleventh house. Your inner circle could play Cupid
pop up. In love, keeping it casual won’t be easy, or you might meet a dynamic new person at an
because Jupiter in this LTR zone makes you event. With Neptune in this tech-friendly sector,
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“Work-wise, this Jupiter-Neptune synchronicity could bring

exciting collaborators from afar. You might contract work
with an overseas team or sign a long-distance client.”
this is a fruitful time to connect with someone the vacation bags are unpacked and the gifts are
online. But make sure you’re not projecting a put away. Now what? That’s what you’ll explore in
fantasy onto this distant digital figure, as illusory the next 13 months.
Neptune can obscure your common sense.
With Jupiter in this private and reflective zone, life
Work-wise, this Jupiter-Neptune synchronicity can take a quieter turn. Your feelings can be raw
could bring exciting collaborators from afar. You during this vulnerable cycle, and you may grapple
might contract work with an overseas team or sign with anger or pain that you’ve stuffed down. You
a long-distance client. Traveling to a retreat or could focus on intense, behind-the-scenes work or
convention could put you in touch with kindred deep emotional processing. This is a powerful year
spirits who will play an important role in the for therapy and energy healing, or to explore a
months ahead. Be open and engaging with people spiritual discipline. You could be consumed by the
you meet. You never know where a connection metaphysical mysteries of life—a topic that down-
could lead! to-earth Tauruses don’t always venture into. Your
esoteric explorations could pay off in the material
Jupiter in Sagittarius: Adventures world, as you become well-rounded and “richer”
in intimacy. in every sense, not just in your bank account.
With Jupiter in your erotic eighth house, a sexual
Ready to go deep? After a year of experimenting awakening could be in store. You might explore
with new partnerships and roles, Jupiter will your desires with a willing partner-slash-teacher.
take the plunge into permanent waters, diving Since Jupiter rules learning, try workshops on
into Sagittarius and your intimate eighth house. tantra or explore sensual movement classes such
You want it all or nothing at all—and you’re as S-Factor, belly dancing and tango. Couples
not interested in doing anything halfway! The could make binding arrangements by moving in
emphasis is on merging now. From emotional together, getting engaged or buying real estate. A
bonds to pregnancy to joint financial ventures, pregnancy is possible. Some Bulls may go the other
you’re being pulled past the point of no return. If direction, breaking up with a partner (romantic or
Jupiter in the seventh house is the wedding, Jupiter business) and dividing up your shared assets. If this
in the eighth house is the post-honeymoon phase. involves a legal battle, know that Jupiter is on your
The cake and champagne have been consumed, side. Most Bulls should have a favorable outcome
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“In business, you could attract an investor or ink an exciting joint

venture. This could be a year of wealth planning and windfalls—
one of your most prosperous cycles in a long time.”
around alimony, custody or asset division. Speak learned some important but painful lessons about
up for what you deserve! merging with the wrong people. Excruciating as
it’s been, you can finally put these experiences
If friends send out smoke signals, don’t be surprised. behind you. With your newfound wisdom, you’ve
You could go a little AWOL once this reflective gained a solid idea of which bonds can go the
Jupiter cycle begins. Whether you’re consumed distance. Only the trustworthy are left standing!
with a work project that demands extreme
concentration or bawling on your hypnotherapist’s Now, Saturn spends the next three years cruising at
couch after a mind-blowing past-life regression, a high altitude, as it visits Capricorn—a compatible
your attention is decidedly internal. Stay on the fellow earth sign—and adds gravitas to your ninth
journey, knowing that you’ll emerge from the house of travel, study and entrepreneurship. With
chrysalis as a beautiful butterfly by next December. Saturn forming a graceful trine (120-degree angle)
Shed those layers and transform. to your Sun sign, your lofty ideas could become
a tangible reality. You’ve been working so hard,
In business, you could attract an investor or ink Taurus, and this Saturn cycle finally brings your
an exciting joint venture. This could be a year of reward. It might not land in your lap all at once,
wealth planning and windfalls—one of your most but with a steady drip of abundance, you won’t feel
prosperous cycles in a long time. You could buy like you’re swimming upstream, either. Through
or sell real estate, so if you’re considering a move, diligence and thoughtful leaps of faith, you’ll see
lucky Jupiter will soon be in your corner. legitimate progress!
Saturn in Capricorn: Your dreams get This Saturn cycle can be a bit of a paradox.
some structure. While Saturn rules restriction, the ninth house
rules expansion. Sound like a contradiction? It is,
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but you can work it to your advantage. Structured
The weight has lifted! You’ve been through Saturn in this blue-sky dreaming zone can bring
relationship and financial boot camp for the last shape and form to your grand ideas. Adopt an
three years, and 2018 finally unburdens you. From attitude of cautious optimism and take calculated
December 2014 to December 2017, tough teacher risks for the win. The saying that “luck is where
Saturn was in Sagittarius and your eighth house preparation meets opportunity” is pretty much
of intimacy, shared finances and bonding. You’ve your mantra until the end of 2020!
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“If you’re still stuck in the pain of a past experience, Saturn in this
philosophical new zone will help you find the silver lining and
move on. There’s a gift in our struggles, believe it or not.”
With serious Saturn in this global zone, you If you’re still stuck in the pain of a past experience,
may travel for business or get a big job offer that Saturn in this philosophical new zone will help
includes relocation. Explore at a slow and steady you find the silver lining and move on. There’s
pace before pulling up the stakes. Or, grounded a gift in our struggles, believe it or not. Maybe
Saturn might keep you closer to home, which you’ll share your story and help someone else
could be a welcome relief, especially after the last who’s going through the same rough journey. Your
Saturn phase. Putting down roots was a roller hard-won experience could become fodder for a
coaster ride for the past three years, while Saturn motivational speech, a blog or a book, since the
was in your eighth house of real estate. ninth house rules publishing. You never know!
One Taurus friend moved into a pricey New York This Saturn phase could bring a return to the
City apartment last year, only to discover the hallowed halls of a university, as the ringed
owners had failed to disclose a moth infestation. taskmaster visits your ninth house of higher
After months of keeping her clothes in the learning. Or, you might pursue credentials and
refrigerator (the only safe place!) and fighting certification that can move your income into a
a losing battle with her landlord, she waved the whole new bracket. You could get serious about
white flag and moved out. starting your own business or developing an
existing one.
The eighth house is a spiritual sector, and our
friend sagely sought the deeper meaning of this Seeking deeper meaning? The ninth house
experience. Moths are drawn to light, even at their is associated with religion, and you may find
own peril; had she been living in her own self- yourself craving a spiritual home base, such as
imposed darkness or having tunnel vision? She a temple, church or metaphysical study group.
realized from all of this that she needed “to find a Take inspiration from author Anjali Kumar’s
home where I—and my basic belongings—could humorous and heartfelt new book, Stalking God:
be safe, secure and at peace.” My Unorthodox Search for Something to Believe In. Your
quest for meaning or connection with the divine
Luckily, our friend has been able to contemplate isn’t superficial. Take your time with it.
these life lessons from a new address, one that’s
free of winged creatures destroying her cashmere Saturn was last in Capricorn from 1988 to 1991,
and couches! so if you can remember back that far, watch for
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recurring patterns. This round, Saturn will join loves material pleasures and hates change. These
transformational Pluto, which can bring intense paradoxical energies will give you a riddle to
internal and external growth. Shadow-dancer resolve…and it won’t be boring!
Pluto has been in Capricorn since 2008 and
will stay until 2024. Your beliefs, desires and To update the old saying, “Man plans; the universe
dreams have been shifting over the past decade, laughs.” And there could be some guffaws from
and you may have endured a few tests of faith. the heavens if you try to cling to the status quo.
With structured Saturn here, your seeking and Trailblazing Uranus pushes you to take the road
wandering will start to make sense in the big- less traveled. Problem is, many Bulls prefer to
picture scheme. follow a reliable GPS instead of zigzagging about.
But now, those back roads and nomadic detours
Uranus in Taurus: Major reinvention. will be much more intriguing than the well-paved
May 15, 2018–April 26, 2026 route from Point A to Point B.
Your fellow Taurus William Shakespeare famously If you were born between April 20 to 23, you’ll
said, “To thine own self be true.” His timeless experience this transit the strongest in 2018,
words will guide you through the next seven years because Uranus will travel in close proximity to
of your life, as radical Uranus barrels into Taurus your birth degree. When Uranus makes contact
on May 15, shaking up your identity until 2026. with your Sun, change is nearly inevitable. It’s
a nomadic and unpredictable time. The most
The sideways-spinning planet, which rules change intense part lasts about a month (often coming
and innovation, only visits your sign every 84 years. back for a second round), which can prompt you
Its last trip to Taurus was from 1934 to 1941—been to act wildly out of character. You might not
awhile! Hosting Uranus in your sign can be a once- quit your day job or trade your McMansion for
in-a-lifetime event that not everyone experiences. an Airstream trailer…but then again, you might.
And there won’t be too many dull moments! Buckle But most astrologers advise against making any
up, Bull: Everything from your career to your permanent decisions when Uranus is nigh!
relationships to your personal style could get an
extreme makeover in the next seven years. One friend, a Brooklyn boutique owner, lost
her ten-year storefront lease back when Uranus
We’ll be honest: Change-loving Uranus is not crossed over her Sun. Interestingly, she also found
really comfortable in your stability-seeking sign. a major wiring problem in the building (Uranus
In astrology lingo, Uranus is in “fall” when it’s rules electricity and technology), which made
in Taurus because this is such an energetic odd this curveball a blessing in disguise. However,
coupling. It’s like putting a Goth teenager with with unpredictable Uranus shaking things up,
tattoos and piercings on the floor of the New York she wasn’t able to seamlessly move into a new
Stock Exchange. Uranus is anti-establishment retail space and resume business as usual. True to
and pushes for constant innovation. Taurus form, Uranus forced her to innovate. So, instead
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of sticking around to fight City Hall, this friend March 7, 2019. After that, the luminary liberator
decided to build up her online store and search will hunker into Taurus until April 26, 2026 and
for a temporary pop-up shop. But not so fast, said you can fly your freedom flag at full mast.
Uranus! While she was deliberating, her husband
received a cushy job offer overseas, throwing her Eclipses in Leo & Aquarius: Home
plans into yet another tailspin. Wisely—or perhaps
and career get a makeover.
because she had no other choice—she paused and
rode out the storm before finding a month-by-
month spot once this Uranus energy passed. Time for a new work-life balance? Four of this
year’s five eclipses will touch down in major
With Uranus in your sign, forcing an outcome is a zones of your chart, reshuffling your personal
huge waste of energy. It’s like trying to build a house and professional priorities. These eclipses are
in the middle of a tornado. Learning to roll with part of a series falling on the Leo/Aquarius axis
the punches will do you good, and it could bring from February 2017 until January 2019. Your
out a whole new side of your personality. Sure, it living situation, career path and closest ties could
might feel comfortable to settle into a predictable undergo seismic changes.
routine. But (yawn!) it can also get boring.
Eclipses can bring curveballs or demand quick
Everything is up for questioning now, including action. And let’s face it, Taurus—sometimes it takes
your beliefs and political leanings. Anything a huge planetary push to get your steadfast sign off
stale and outmoded will no longer appeal to you. the fence! We’re not saying you’re stubborn, but…
Socially #woke Uranus in Taurus can fire up you’ve been known to resist change. If you’ve been
your activist spirit. For inspiration, look to Taurus dragging your feet around an important home,
change icons such as Bono, Cher, George Clooney family or career decision, it’s time to make a move!
and Willie Nelson. Your fearless ability to speak
up—and back up your convictions with action— This January and August, two Leo eclipses will shake
could make a positive impact in the world. up your domestic fourth house. That could bring a
relocation, a pregnancy or changes to your lifestyle.
Uranus spent the last seven years in Aries and The cast of characters living under your roof could
your foggy twelfth house. You may have evolved alter dramatically, or you may alter the way you
spiritually and emotionally. However, this hazy deal with a volatile relative. The urge to nest or
cycle made it hard for your creative ideas to really move could strike suddenly. You might play interior
gain traction in the material world. With Uranus designer, changing your décor scheme or ripping
in Taurus, you can finally start taking decisive up the rugs for a gut renovation! These eclipses can
steps. But don’t rush: Uranus will turn retrograde bring powerful emotional moments that put you in
on August 7, backing into Aries for one last soul- touch with your bottom-line needs. What makes you
searching cycle from November 6, 2018 until feel secure at the most fundamental level? Put more
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“In February and July, eclipses in Aquarius will remix your tenth
house of career, long-term goals and success. Prep your headshots
and resume, and drop your power suits at the dry cleaner.”
of that into your life. Your mother or an important designed to wake us up and inspire big shifts. A
female could be in the spotlight. conversation or message could change the course
of events. This is a partial eclipse, meaning it’s
In February and July, eclipses in Aquarius will not “full strength,” so the news probably won’t be
remix your tenth house of career, long-term goals earth-shattering. But it might be intriguing enough
and success. Prep your headshots and resume, and to make you to sit up and take notice. In the wake
drop your power suits at the dry cleaner. You could of this eclipse, you could meet a kindred spirit
be catapulted into a prominent role that involves type who becomes an important collaborator or
leadership or public recognition. Or, you might friend. A sibling, neighbor or colleague may also be
make a dramatic career change. involved in events near this date.
A job loss could arise due to changes outside your This is the kickoff of a new eclipse series on your
control, such as a corporate restructuring or buyout. Cancer/Capricorn axis that will alter the way you
Should this happen, take a deep breath and trust communicate, learn and view the world between
that a better position is headed your way. If you’re now and July 2020. Your beliefs will evolve and
craving more creativity from your career, these you might return to school or take up metaphysical
eclipses can help you design a fulfilling new role, study. Travel can become a major theme now, and
possibly within your existing company. Will you go you could also get more involved in your local
open a satellite office in Berlin or get promoted to community. Introducing…Mayor Taurus? u
an executive title? Anything is possible when an
eclipse rides through town. The tenth house also
rules men and fathers, and these could spotlight
your relationship with an important guy in your
life. Stay tuned!
Cancer Solar Eclipse: Speak up!

July 12
Extra, extra! On July 12, a Cancer solar (new

moon) eclipse perks up your third house of
communication. Eclipses bring unexpected news
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January: Love Hotspots that isn’t in your best interests. Also, be mindful
of what you say (or text) to people close to you. In
January 6: Mercury-Uranus trine your bluntness, you could hurt someone without
This Bull is on fire! You—or a “person of meaning to. The other side of the coin? Watch out
interest”—could erupt in an unexpected emotional for anyone who tries to dump their junk on YOU!
outburst or blurt out a secret confession without
any preamble. This cosmic connection may spark January 26-March 17: Mars in Sagittarius
an intense sexual attraction, possibly leading to a Hot-to-trot Mars marches into your eighth house
clandestine hookup. Make sure you think through of sex and intimate bonding for the first time in
the consequences before you take the bait. two years. This is exactly the temperature reset
you’ve been waiting for. Enjoy the sizzle, but note
January 6: Mars-Jupiter meetup that the red planet can also heat up jealousy and
With confident Mars and optimistic Jupiter possessiveness.
teamed up in your relationship house, you may
be inspired to take a bold risk toward the next January 31: Leo full moon (total lunar
level of commitment. Jupiter could bring a strong eclipse & supermoon)
attraction to someone from another culture, Today’s powerful lunation stirs you to the core.
possibly a long-distance connection. You may be Expect strong emotions to well up to the surface
tempted to rush ahead (didn’t you just meet?), as this supermoon/total lunar eclipse lands in
eager to leap without looking. It’s a great day your sensitive, sentimental fourth house. Over
for an open conversation in which you discuss the coming six months, you can bring about
anything and everything—just make sure you’re the sweeping domestic changes you’ve been
prepared for this intense level of honesty if you craving—a new home, new roommate or perhaps
open that door. an even more life-altering personal change might
be on the docket.
January 9: Venus-Pluto meetup
There’s no dancing around the truth today as
love planet Venus unites with piercing Pluto in January: Career Hotspots
grounded Capricorn and your outspoken ninth January 1: Cancer full moon (supermoon)
house. Speak from the heart—but be sure to listen The first of 2018’s two Cancer full moons (the
with both ears. second is December 22) could attract kindred
spirits, a eureka moment or a game-changing
January 13: Venus-Uranus square conversation. It’s a great day for a splashy social
You want what you want when you want it, but that media launch or digital debut, so add those final
bull-headedness might lead you to do something touches and hit Send!
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January 6: Mercury-Uranus trine unique visionary ideas, you’ll have no trouble

Logic won’t help you solve troubling problems persuading the decision makers.
today, so mine your intuition for insights.
Under this tuned-in lineup, you could have a January 16: Capricorn new moon
breakthrough moment by closing your eyes and This annual event jumpstarts a new dream you
checking in with your own higher wisdom. Also have for your personal life and plants the seeds
helpful is free-writing or doodling in your journal. for a project that could prove truly visionary.
But you may have to take a risk to encourage its
January 6: Mars-Jupiter meetup growth. Over the coming six months, some Bulls
Bam! An opportunity for a synergistic partnership will prioritize travel, study or an entrepreneurial
heats up, but don’t rush in. With these two venture—alone or with a partner.
impatient planets aligned, you might jump into a
commitment that’s not as easy to back out of as it January 17-February 10: Venus in Aquarius
is to slip into. Looking to make a professional change? With
charming Venus lighting up your career corner
January 9: Sun-Pluto meetup for the next three weeks, think networking! Make
Today’s penetrating star merger brings a clear- sure you’ve always got a wallet full of sleek business
eyed vision of the big picture AND the ability to cards and your elevator pitch at the ready!
craft a strategy around your most far-reaching
goals. A key influencer or well-connected VIP January 24: Mercury-Pluto meetup
could open doors for you, leading to an exclusive You’re on your game today, able to connect
opportunity. Make sure you present yourself as an seemingly disparate dots where others just throw
ambitious person who can also keep a secret! up their hands in defeat. Got something to pitch
or sell? Go forth and captivate!
January 11-31: Mercury in Capricorn
Look for inspiration beyond the normal confines January 26-March 17: Mars in Sagittarius
of your comfort zone, especially if you’ve hit a The red planet gallops into your eighth house of
creative plateau. Go to galleries and museums, wealth, investments and joint ventures, inspiring
take a day trip—anything that’s a little unfamiliar. big moves. With combative Mars here, couples
If you want to think bigger, steer clear of small and business partners could fight over money or
talk and focus on your loftiest ideas. the division of power. Get everything out on the
table, but with the intention of creating a win-
January 12: Mercury-Saturn meetup win scenario. Watch for a controlling or jealous
Your verbal skills will not fail you today! Even if streak—or a wicked case of tunnel vision.
you’re asked to speak off the cuff, you can express
yourself clearly. When you focus solely on your
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January 28: Mercury-Uranus square field. Couples will enjoy time with your separate
Honesty is not always the best policy, and if you crews or maybe going on a double date!
don’t find out the hard way, be careful not to blurt
out too many unfiltered opinions. Outspoken February 21: Venus-Neptune meetup
Mercury is clashing with unpredictable Uranus Keeping it platonic may be a tough line to toe
in your passive-aggressive twelfth house. While it today, as amorous Venus aligns with dream-
might feel great in the moment to get something weaver Neptune in your friendship corner. Fantasy
off your chest, there could be serious backlash. trumps realism, and you could shock yourself with
the feelings you have for someone you never even
January 31-February 17: Mercury in Aquarius looked at twice. This sector also rules the digital
Why keep your big ideas to yourself ? For the next universe, meaning a dating app could be the
few weeks, verbally nimble Mercury will light pathway to true romance!
up your professional sector, helping you express
yourself effectively and think through complicated February 25: Venus-Mars square
strategy plans. Need a hand polishing up a You might be ready to throw yourself into a hot and
presentation or resume? Hiring a pro would be a heavy (but ultimately going-nowhere) fling, but is
smart investment now! this really what you want? It’s not your usual M.O.
to move so quickly. Before you cross the line you
February: Love Hotspots can never uncross, do a little more soul-searching.
February 4: Venus-Jupiter square

As your relationship grows and deepens, you need
February: Career Hotspots
to check in with yourself—and your partner—to February 10: Sun-Jupiter square
make sure you’re not taking things (or them!) for Speak honestly, even if you don’t keep up with
granted. This cosmic clash between the “benefics” the truth-telling competition. Wise souls will hear
is a reminder to hit pause and discuss what you the sketchiness in others’ fiction, and it’s to your
both desire for the next phase of life. Single? You advantage to be more of a straight shooter than
could meet someone through a work event, but if ever. If you’ve fudged a fact or two, come clean,
office policy strictly forbids in-house canoodling, apologizing for the unintended misunderstanding.
be careful not to tempt fate!
February 13: Mercury-Jupiter square
February 10-March 6: Venus in Pisces There really is such a thing as TMI, and today’s
Lighten up in the love department! Today, amorous stars can bring information overload, leading
Venus shifts into your social and easygoing eleventh to faulty plans or causing you to jump the gun.
house. Not everything has to have a sexual subtext! The last thing your rock-solid sign wants to do
Enjoy casual connections and the freedom that is overpromise and under-deliver, so stop and do
comes from being unattached and able to play the some more analysis.
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“Hit pause and broach a touchy topic with a friend or colleague

about your long-term vision. If you don’t see eye-to-eye, it would be
better to find out now rather than get more deeply enmeshed.”
February 15: Aquarius new moon (partial February 25: Mercury-Neptune meetup
solar eclipse) The hive mind is a potent persuader today, but
This new moon, charged up by an eclipse, electrifies you could be swayed by groupthink. With Mercury
your career house and gives you the foresight entangled with enchanting Neptune, you need to
to map out a master plan. There’s no rush—if listen very closely. Skepticism is warranted. This is
anything, this is a reminder to slow your roll and also a great day to get involved in a collaboration
target the corresponding full moon on July 27 for for a worthy cause.
your big reveal. This is also the first new moon (of
the year, signifying a very auspicious moment for February 28: Mercury-Mars square
defining your goals. The clearer you are, the more Hit pause and broach a touchy topic with a friend
appropriate the opportunities you’ll magnetize. or colleague about your long-term vision. If you
don’t see eye-to-eye, it would be better to find out
February 17-March 6: Mercury in Pisces now rather than get more deeply enmeshed. You
Mentally nimble Mercury enters your teamwork could also avoid a potential battle of the wills by
and technology zone, making these next few weeks getting things out in the open.
a perfect time to brainstorm about collaborations
and to network with like-minded people, both
online and IRL.
March: Love Hotspots
March 1: Venus-Jupiter trine
February 17: Mars-Neptune square Chemistry may bubble up with someone who
Be careful about working with friends, especially opens you up to different beliefs or other cultural
if money is changing hands. You know what they norms. With your candid sector activated, this is
say about good fences making good neighbors, a good day for an honest talk, so go ahead and
and that goes double under today’s provocative confess one of your secret desires.
(and potentially boundary-blurring) clash. Before
you commit to anything, thoroughly research the March 1: Virgo full moon
situation. While you don’t want to act out of fear, This steamy annual event powers up your fifth
you also don’t want to get burned. house of amour and glamour, ratcheting up
desires to a scorching level. Make the most of this
once-a-year lunation—just watch out for extreme
or overly dramatic reactions.
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March 4: Mercury-Venus meetup with the love planet, this eye-opening realization
That alleged line between friend and lover could will probably affect some aspect of your love life.
become blurry if not downright invisible under Where are you invested more in fantasy than
today’s mashup of friendly Mercury and flirty what’s actually happening? Be proactive, and catch
Venus in your social eleventh house. If there’s yourself daydream-believing before you get hurt.
truly nothing to lose, there’s no reason not to go
for it. Just make sure you’re not jeopardizing a March 17-May 16: Mars in Capricorn
special connection. Lusty Mars swings into your adventurous ninth
house, putting the “lust” in “wanderlust.” You
March 6-31: Venus in Aries can try to play it safe when it comes to romance,
As amorous Venus marches into the sign of the but you’d miss out on so much fun! For the next
bold Ram, you may feel like taking a risk in the two months, cross-cultural attractions or long-
name of love. Since Aries rules your introspective, distance chemistry can heat up. You’ll attract
private twelfth house, make sure anyone you people who are very different from you. Couples
invite into your cocoon is someone you’d want to can turn up the burn by traveling or exploring
keep around! new interests together.
March 6-May 13: Mercury in Aries March 22-April 15: Mercury retrograde in
Following on the heels of the love planet comes Aries
mental Mercury, who can turn you into a bit of Yep, it’s that time again! Communicator Mercury
a mushball when he lands in your sentimental goes rogue (i.e., turns retrograde) in your twelfth
twelfth house. You’ll find it easy to get lost in your house of hazy dealings and hidden enemies.
thoughts and daydreams, which is a sweet place to This is not the time to be sharing trade secrets
visit. But leave a trail of breadcrumbs so you can or handing out classified information willy-nilly,
find your way back out when you need to. even with someone you have romantic designs on.
Keep business and pleasure separate during this
March 11: Mars-Uranus trine shady cycle.
Sparks will fly—and if you’re not careful, they
could ignite into a five-alarm fire! If that’s what March 23: Venus-Pluto square
you’re up for, by all means, go for it and enjoy it! Pedestals are for statues, not people! If you’ve
This is a rare day, when the mere hint of a smile elevated someone to an undeserved position, take
could be (accurately?) read as full-on seduction. off the rose-colored glasses and see them for what
Bring it on, Mona Lisa! they are. They could be your mentor or some
other kind of role model, but remember, they’re
March 13: Venus-Saturn square not perfect!
Sober Saturn can’t help but deliver a reality
check, and when the ringed taskmaster collides
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March 24: Sun-Mars square new, finish up lingering projects to give yourself a
Stay optimistic even if you and a colleague or your much-needed mental break.
sweetie aren’t in sync. This is a one-day clash, and
while it isn’t “fun,” it could bring to light some March 11: Mars-Uranus trine
weak spots that you weren’t even aware of. You don’t have to do everything all by yourself !
Today’s supportive starmap reminds you that
March 31-April 24: Venus in Taurus many hands make light work. If someone extends
Bring on the charm offensive! For the next three- an offer, thank them graciously and accept it!
plus weeks, your magnetic ruler, vixen Venus, Sometimes assistance comes in less obvious ways,
powers up your sign—and your life. Experiment so pay attention to signs from the universe, like
with a new look, get serious about your dating “coincidences” and a surfeit of synchronicities.
efforts or, if you’re attached, spoil your sweetie—
and prepare to be indulged in return! March 11: Mercury-Saturn square
People can be stubborn and passive-aggressive,
March: Career Hotspots so you might need to put up firmer boundaries
around how much you share. Make sure someone
March 2: Mercury-Jupiter trine is 100 percent trustworthy before giving them all
With this complementary blend of logic and the details. You may need to dish out some tough
intuition, your thoughts will be sharp and your love with a colleague who’s got one too many
intuition an even fiercer tool. If you have any excuses. Spell out expectations clearly—and make
brainstorming or negotiating to do, call a meeting. sure you’re not being sloppy with your work.
You’ll be insurmountable!
March 13: Sun-Jupiter trine
March 4: Sun-Neptune meetup With these two planetary powerhouses populating
This is a powerful day for manifesting, as Neptune your people zones, you’ll have an easy time
blends its fantastic intuiting skills with the Sun’s connecting with different types and getting your
unshakeable confidence in your house of groups message out clearly. Remember, your words
and networking. No need to shy away from a are potent, so choose them carefully to paint an
glamorous look. Your self-possessed style and accurate and convincing picture.
sure-footed ways will have people eating out of
your perfectly manicured hand! March 17: Pisces new moon
This rocking annual event spells an exciting
March 6-May 13: Mercury in Aries beginning in your eleventh house of group activity
As the analytical planet tours your tuned-in and technology. Team up with a creative kindred
twelfth house, call on your creative right brain to spirit or find those missing key players for Team
do the heavy lifting. But rather than start anything Taurus. Any new digital venture is favored now
and over the coming six months.
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March 17-May 16: Mars in Capricorn March 31: Libra full moon
Go big or go away! You’ll be driven to expand The divine is in the details, and this full moon
over the coming two months and should feel turns your attention to the little things—which, it
supported in taking a leap of faith. As ambitious turns out, mean a lot. This annual event powers
Mars sails through your ninth house of expansion, up your sixth house of order, systems and helpful
your new priorities may involve travel, study or people. Jump into a major decluttering mission,
being part of a stimulating startup. Push yourself even if you’ll only scratch the surface today. At
beyond your comfort zone. And if a long- this page-turning lunation, you could hire (or fire)
distance opportunity crops up involving crossing a service provider, or delegate duties to a capable
international time zones, get an inflatable pillow specialist who speeds up your process.
and load up on the melatonin!
March 22-April 15: Mercury retrograde in

Aries April 2: Mars-Saturn meetup
Messenger Mercury turns retrograde in your Honesty may be your default setting, but it isn’t
twelfth house of hidden agendas. People may not always the best policy, especially when others
reveal their hands, so don’t be too quick to show aren’t totally on the up-and-up, so be careful what
yours. Keep intel on a “need to know” basis. You you say today. If you’ve rushed into a relationship
might be fighting fatigue, and your thoughts could or taken one too many risks (hello Mars), Saturn
be foggy. Be kind and gentle with yourself ! yanks the emergency brake. You may be pulled in
two directions, feeling cautious one minute and
March 24: Sun-Mars square overzealous the next. Pace yourself and don’t do
Unexpected jealousy or competitiveness could anything extreme.
flare up with a friend or coworker out of the blue.
Try not to take the bait! Even if you can’t come April 7: Venus-Saturn trine
to a meeting of the minds today, you can always With your ruler, vixen Venus, in your sign and
revisit this next week. aligned with future-oriented Saturn, it’s time to
stop talking and take action! What next step have
March 29: Sun-Saturn square you been afraid to take? Hold your nose and take
Deeply buried issues could cause you to pull down the plunge!
the security gates today. Someone may be goading
you—or provoking some old wounds. Avoid April 11: Venus-Mars trine
people who are blatantly trying to get a rise out of Sizzle! With the love planets locked in a beautiful
you. You’ve got enough on your plate to keep you embrace, this could be one of your most romantic
productively distracted. days of the year. Glam up and get out there.
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Couples: Do something adventurous—the wilder April 24-May 19: Venus in Gemini

the better. Time for an upgrade? Over the coming three weeks,
while magnetic Venus tours your second house of
April 15: Aries new moon luxury and security, raise the bar—and your dating
Goodbyes are never easy, but sometimes endings standards. The local dive pub will so not satisfy you
can also be beginnings. Today you have a golden now. Dress to impress, and when you get to choose
opportunity to release something that’s been the venue, pick the kind of classy place that makes
holding you back and begin a new chapter. This you feel indulged and appreciated.
annual event in your house of transitions, closure
and healing will empower you to move on with April 29: Scorpio full moon
love and gratitude—and clarity. It’s a powerful Whether you’re going all in or calling things off,
day to forgive and make peace with a painful part you’ll know exactly where you stand under 2018’s
of your past. only full moon in your partnership house. Be
clear and unwavering in your decision. Single?
April 17: Venus-Jupiter opposition This potent lunation could reel in someone with
The “benefics” (helpful planets) butt heads today keeper potential.
as love planet Venus in your first house of self
opposes expansive Jupiter in your partnership
zone. Have you given too much or lost yourself in
a relationship? Save a little love for numero uno. April 1: Sun-Mercury meetup
You’re firing on all eight cylinders today! It’s a
April 17: Venus-Pluto trine great day to use your imagination and intuition,
Even as you’re being mindful not to give it all since logic and pragmatism may be in short supply.
away, you’ll be supported in expressing your true
feelings, thanks to this harmonious alignment of April 2: Mars-Saturn meetup
loving Venus and transformational Pluto. If you’re Hit the gas—or the brake? You may experience
single, see what happens if you put your desires bursts of energy only to feel totally depleted a
out there. You could have an appealing taker! short while later under this uneasy alignment of
hot-to-trot Mars and circumspect Saturn.
Incredible things could happen out of the blue April 4: Mercury-Mars square
today, when the bold Sun aligns with shocking Big ideas, check! But how realistic are they? Under
Uranus in your twelfth house of closure and healing. this tense alignment, you might not be able to
You may break a self-sabotaging pattern, abruptly project into the future and evaluate accurately
leave a toxic situation or meet a soulmate—simply whether you’ve got a million-dollar notion or a
by being your most authentic self ! sweet-sounding pipe dream.
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“Not sure whether you can trust someone? Test the waters with a
few low-risk steps. Under this discerning alignment, you’ll be able to
tell quickly if someone is true-blue or has an ulterior motive.”
April 11: Sun-Pluto square jealous or competitive people. Have a plan to

Don’t take things at face value today. A smooth redirect the crew if you can’t get them back to a
talker might hit all the enticing talking points, shared vision.
but can they back them up? With shadowy Pluto
casting a spell, you might not be able to get to the April 29: Sun-Saturn trine
truth. Stall for time—and insist on hard evidence. Not sure whether you can trust someone? Test
the waters with a few low-risk steps. Under
April 18: Sun-Uranus meetup this discerning alignment, you’ll be able to tell
You could make your mark as an advocate by quickly if someone is true-blue or has an ulterior
championing a good cause or an underdog today. motive. Have you been trying to get a wobbly
If you feel suddenly moved to carry the torch for collaboration back on its feet? You may see some
a creative project (possibly involving multimedia positive results today.
or cutting-edge technology), raise your hand high.
Your innovative ideas might seem “crazy” to some, April 29: Scorpio full moon
but to others, they’re pure genius. This major annual event brings a burgeoning
partnership to the next level. You’ll get your
April 25: Mercury-Saturn square answer today—or soon. A little skepticism is never
This is the second in this edgy clashes of quicksilver a bad idea, but give this thing a fighting chance.
Mercury and stodgy Saturn (the first was March You may be very pleasantly surprised!
11), and once again you could find yourself
struggling to set clear boundaries and manage
people’s expectations. If you bit off more than you May: Love Hotspots
could chew and now feel overwhelmed, hit pause. May 7: Venus-Neptune square
Break sweeping ideas down into manageable steps, The thing nobody tells you about becoming more
and make one careful move at a time. self-assured and confident is that it often leaves you
out of sync with certain friends and even partners.
April 26: Mars-Pluto meetup Today, as the love planet orbits your security zone
Things could spiral out of control at work, so try and connects with intuitive Neptune, tune in to
to slow things down to a more manageable pace. your higher wisdom and practice relying less on
Intense emotions might arise among your own others for advice and support. If a pal doesn’t like
teammates, so be prepared to handle irrationally a new love interest, don’t overreact.
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May 19-June 13: Venus in Cancer

Put the fun back in romance! Today, Venus lopes
into your third house of socializing and local May 7: Mercury-Pluto square
happenings. If you’re single, you could suddenly Suspicious minds? You could get enmeshed in
see a platonic pal in a whole new light, or you power struggles or in-fighting with friends and
might strike up a promising convo with a friend colleagues who aren’t being upfront. Proceed with
of a friend. Attached? Break out of your activities caution, as things are not as they seem.
rut by taking in live music, theater or improv
performances. Getting out and about as a duo will May 8: Sun-Jupiter opposition
keep things fresh. Will flattery get ‘em anywhere? Pay attention
to how “hungry” your ego is under this cosmic
May 25: Jupiter-Neptune trine face-off. Sure, compliments feel good, but could
Have a little faith! When lucky Jupiter pings someone be using false praise to manipulate you?
compassionate Neptune in your interpersonal Enjoy well-deserved kudos, but don’t let that be
sectors—a rare alignment—friendships could turn your primary motivation for anything.
steamy and couples may cook up some fun plans
for later in the year. But since Neptune can induce May 11: Sun-Pluto trine
fantasies, don’t book that African safari until you Got a big idea? Why are you keeping it to yourself ?
do a little more research. This could be the very thing that makes people
realize what a creative visionary you truly are!
May 26: Venus-Saturn opposition
Harsh words could be exchanged under this May 13: Mercury-Uranus meetup
uneasy opposition. You might get into a heated This last mental hurrah in Aries and your dreamy
debate over personal values or possibly politics. twelfth house fills your head with innovative
(Did you have to go there?) Someone could be images. You’re in the final stretch of a huge
on their high horse and acting like an annoying ideation phase, but within a week’s time, when
know-it all. Nobody likes people who do that, so both planets move into Taurus, you’ll start making
make sure it isn’t you! these dreams a reality.
May 29: Sagittarius full moon May 13-29: Mercury in Taurus

Soak up the sensual vibes! The full moon lands As the messenger planet whizzes through your sign,
in your erotic, seductive eighth house of deep it’s like a private invitation to hop up on the soapbox
bonding. If you’re ready for a serious commitment, and address the masses—or your social media
this lunar lift could bring it. These next several contacts. Got a big ask to make? Go for it now!
weeks are prime time for emotional sharing as
well as merging of financial assets. Be sure to put
anything involving money in writing.
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May 15: Taurus new moon May 18: Mercury-Saturn trine

It may not come wrapped up like a birthday As these two planets spin into a complementary
present, but make no mistake: The year’s only new angle, you’ll be able to give your ideas a better
moon in your sign is a big deal, and can kick off structure and put a plan behind those clever, if
an important new chapter in your life. What do amorphous, notions. Share your brilliant musings.
you need to walk away from to begin anew? Take A well-connected influencer could step in and
a couple weeks if necessary, but find the block and help give them tangible form.
release it! Then set some intentions for where you’d
like to be at the corresponding Taurus full moon May 23: Mercury-Jupiter opposition
on October 24. If you’re planning a launch or big Before you rush into a partnership or an official
move, this could be your cosmic coming-out day. contract with anyone, stop and play out different
scenarios in your head. While this person might
May 15: Uranus in Taurus (until November 6) talk a good game, are they likely to deliver the
Ready, set, revolutionize! Radical change-bringer goods? Bring up your concerns directly. How they
Uranus enters your sign for the first time in 84 years, respond will offer some important clues.
sticking around until 2026. Its first trip here will be
for a few months, then it briefly retrogrades into May 23: Sun-Mars trine
Aries before returning and settling in for the long Come out of hiding at work, asserting your opinions
haul next March. Get ready to take a pioneering and comporting yourself with confidence. Want to
role at home, work and on the world stage, and to be seen as a leader? Act and dress the part. You
pursue more independence in your life. could catch the eye of a key player and position
yourself for a promotion or a big lateral move.
May 16: Mars-Uranus square Raise your hand (quick!) for an opportunity (even
Is the stress finally getting to you? The first of 2018’s if unpaid) to gain entry into an exclusive group.
three clashes forces you to do something to get your
heart rate and blood pressure back into the normal May 25: Jupiter-Neptune trine
range. Build in time for a flowy yoga class or book The second of three rare connections between
an “emergency” massage. these major planetary players helps you cash in
some of your good karma. You could be tapped for
May 16-August 12: Mars in Aquarius an exciting opportunity or get serious in your talks
Today kicks off a new chapter in your professional with a friend about launching a business together.
life, one in which you have the energy, motivation This is a rich day for blue-sky thinking, so dream
and opportunities to initiate something really big big! Pay the good vibes forward by introducing
over the coming months. This isn’t the time to two likeminded people or rewarding someone for
slow down or pull a disappearing act. People will their reliability.
be taking notice of you, and you’ll want to give
‘em something to talk about!
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May 25: Mercury-Pluto trine friendship houses. Forget champagne and oysters
If you’ve got a deal to negotiate, bring the parties as aphrodisiacs. What’ll get you going is intense
together today. With your laser-sharp vision, you’ll and provocative conversation.
understand how all the pieces can best blend to
benefit everyone. Talk about a win-win! June 5: Venus-Pluto opposition
Your emotions could go on an extreme seesaw
May 29-June 12: Mercury in Gemini ride today. Part of you wants to connect on a
Money matters now! Make the most of analytical deeper level, yet old fears of abandonment or
Mercury’s visit to your financial sector by working vulnerability may be creating a walled fortress
out the kinks in your budget, doing some Q3 around your heart. Feel your way through this;
projections and eliminating waste wherever you you don’t want to project your own issues onto
find it! loved ones.
May 29: Sagittarius full moon June 13-July 9: Venus in Leo

This annual event lands in your eighth house of long- If your love life has been all over the map, you
term wealth, investments and shared resources. If can kick off a heart-centered new streak today, as
you’ve been waiting for your fleet to come in, today amorous Venus shimmies into lusty Leo and your
could bring a sighting of the first ship. If you have cozily domestic fourth house. You may not have to
merged assets, it’s a good time to schedule a sit-down go out in pursuit in romance: Some right-swiping
to review performance and individual expectations and come-hither glances could bring it to your
to make sure you’re on the same page. front door! This bonding transit could inspire plans
to move in together or expand your family.
June: Love Hotspots
June 14: Venus-Uranus square
June 1: Venus-Jupiter trine Fickle much? You’re feeling sentimental and even
A budding connection can go from mild to wild clingy one minute then detached the next, thanks
under this expansive alignment. With love planet to sensitive Venus in your touchy-feely fourth
Venus pouring jet fuel into the tanks of limitless house squaring indie Uranus in your sign. Watch
Jupiter in your relationship house, prepare to for emotional outbursts, especially when someone
be swept off your feet. Couples can engage in close to you pushes your buttons.
productive dialogue that’ll get you back on the
same page—next stop, the candlelit boudoir! June 21: Venus-Mars opposition
The love planets are at war—oh no! Romantic
June 2: Venus-Neptune trine Venus in your cozy fourth house opposes driven
“Platonic” loses its meaning as Venus forms a Mars in your goal-oriented tenth house. Are you
harmonious angle to dreamy Neptune in your accepting less than you deserve or making excuses
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for someone who can’t get their act together? Keep keep your own focus on the project at hand. Close
your eye on the big picture. Just because you have those social media apps and stay off the shopping
feelings for each other doesn’t mean you both want sites during this distracting influence.
the same things for the long haul. On the flip side,
if you’re being overly rigid about the future, put a June 12-29: Mercury in Cancer
little heart back in it. Leave time every day for those brilliant brainstorms
to blow in. With curious and mentally nimble
June 25: Venus-Jupiter square Mercury in your communication corner, you’re
Run your expectations through the reality-checker. alert and creative. These are the weeks to get all
You may be dancing with fantasy or allowing the those ideation, mind-mapping and pitch meetings
fear of rejection to cause you to shut down. You scheduled. It’s also an ideal time to clear out your
don’t want to project your old issues and family schedule so you can focus on writing, reading or
dynamics onto a new amour or your beloved, so call listening to stimulating podcasts and online talks.
a time-out and take a deep dive into your psyche.
June 13: Gemini new moon
June 29-September 5: Mercury in Leo You only get one of these a year, so make the most
As the messenger planet wings into your private of this game-changing new moon in your financial
fourth house and settles down for an extended visit, house. If you’ve been hankering for a new job or an
meditate on how you process your emotions and talk entirely different career path, you’ll have the wind
about sensitive topics. It’s not only okay to get a little at your back. Reach out to people who might have
sappy and sentimental—it’s deeply therapeutic! ideas to share or can help you get a toe in the door.
Happy where you are? Schedule a salary review or
June: Career Hotspots sit down with your budget to make sure your money
management is on track.
June 1: Mercury-Mars trine
You’ve got the gift of gab and then some! This is June 26-August 27: Mars retrograde
an excellent day to talk about money. Been waiting When go-getter Mars pivots into reverse for two
patiently for a raise or promotion? Ask—boldly! If months, life could feel more stressful than usual since
there’s an opening for a leadership position, apply the red planet’s active energy is being thwarted. This
with confidence. may come out in surprising ways, like arguments
with people you never fight with, competition or
June 7: Sun-Neptune square jealousy from a friend or your sweetie. Give people
Unreliable or downright flaky colleagues could the benefit of the doubt and don’t engage—even
make Team Taurus feel shaky. If you don’t want all when they press your buttons. Mars will backslide
your hard work to unravel, call them out on this. By through your career sector for most of this cycle, so
the same token, you might need to work harder to watch for tension with authority figures, clients and
colleagues. You could feel the burn of demanding
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deadlines; be careful not to take on more than you July 9-August 6: Venus in Virgo
can humanly handle. Amour: incoming! Today the love planet lands in
your fifth house of passion and romance, turning
June 27: Sun-Saturn opposition up the heat for some scorching summer loving. Put
Boundaries! You won’t be rewarded for overstepping your desires on loudspeaker instead of playing coy.
your limits during this somber one-day clash. If For couples, this lusty transit is perfect for sizzling
you’ve bitten off more than you can chew, come encounters as the temperatures rise.
clean and ask for more time or some help. Be honest
with people about what you can deliver, and then July 11: Venus-Uranus trine
hunker down and honor that revised commitment. Vixen Venus no sooner lights up your romance
You may get some harsh feedback or sobering news. corner than she falls under the spell of unpredictable
The truth can be tough to swallow, but it’s better to Uranus. Chatting can turn to flirting, which can
know what you’re dealing with. lead to…who knows? Be sure you’re ready for
anything. Attached? This is a perfect night for a
June 28: Capricorn full moon seductive surprise.
Time to make your dreams come true? This once-
a-year event lands in your expansive ninth house, July 14: Venus-Saturn trine
helping you actualize plans you’ve been hatching Structured Saturn brings a sharp-eyed reality check
for a visionary or entrepreneurial idea. With this and can interrupt some wild fantasies. If you’re
full moon lighting up your higher education zone, preparing to take a decisive step forward in your
you might take a personal growth workshop or a love life, make sure you’re not cutting any corners.
class to enhance your professional skills.
July 24: Venus-Neptune opposition
July: Love Hotspots You might be feeling the loving vibes, but the object
of your affections may be inscrutable. Venus is
July 9: Mercury-Jupiter square intensifying your emotions, but confusing Neptune
Be discerning about sharing about your feelings doesn’t make things easy! Avoid doing anything
under this confidence-boosting angle. It might dramatic today. Distract yourself with a passion
seem safe, yet TMI when it comes to confessions project or a decadent escape if necessary.
could leave someone feeling hurt or insecure. Or a
new relationship may have you feeling vulnerable July 26-August 19: Mercury retrograde in Leo
and self-protective. Watch for codependence The communicator planet reverses course, back-
and absorbing a partner’s bad moods under this pedaling through your sensitive and private fourth
slippery starmap. Instead of lapsing into caretaking, house. It’ll be hard not to take things personally,
maintain healthy boundaries. but to survive these next three weeks with minimal
emotional damage, you need to stop yourself from
slipping into anything resembling victim mode.
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“You could feel pulled in two directions—with equal

force. El Sol is hunkered down in your home zone,
where you seem to be needed on an hourly basis.”
July 27: Sun-Mars opposition personal time or leave you too fried to do anything
You could feel pulled in two directions—with well. Regardless of how busy you are, take a break
equal force. El Sol is hunkered down in your home for self-care, no matter what.
zone, where you seem to be needed on an hourly
basis. But the action planet in your career corner July 8: Sun-Neptune trine
is desperate to charge ahead. Since there will no You’ll get a chance to demonstrate what a team
doubt be compromises, find the least disruptive way player you are today, so start by listening to others
to spread yourself too thin. thoughtfully and not interrupting. By showing
that you actually care what your colleagues think,
July 27: Venus-Pluto trine you’ll win their loyalty and position yourself as a
Your heart is wide open, and it won’t take much compassionate leader.
to feel a strong connection to someone who seems
to get you without your having to explain yourself. July 12: Sun-Pluto opposition
All the more appealing? This person may come Sticks and stones can indeed hurt people, so
from a very different culture or upbringing. Vive choose your words selectively. As manipulative
la difference! Pluto collides with the Sun in your communication
corner, power struggles and personal agendas can
July: Career Hotspots materialize. Watch what you say online and IRL.
July 5: Sun-Jupiter trine July 12: Cancer new moon (partial solar
If you’re trying to convince people to join your eclipse)
crusade, you’ll get an assist from today’s confident This annual lunation—a potent solar eclipse—
and charismatic starmap. Let your excitement show! favors any kind of original thinking or
Pitching an idea? Use storytelling and compelling communication. Take time to sit down with
language to paint a vivid picture of the possibilities. coworkers or on your own to allow the ideas to flow
in—without editing or judgment. The goal is to get
July 5: Mercury-Mars opposition fresh thoughts on the table, which you can work on
Your mind is racing because there’s so much over the coming six months.
happening at work—and everything needs to
be done at once (of course)! While you love July 25: Sun-Uranus square
the adrenaline rush, the pressure could eat into Someone may be trying to get a reaction out of
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you, but don’t take their bait. With the ego-focused Sparks could fly with someone you meet at work or
Sun in your private fourth house, you’re free to through healthy pursuits.
keep your ideas to yourself—although you may
appreciate a little feedback from a loved one. August 9: Venus-Saturn square
You may realize that a new relationship is moving
July 27: Aquarius full moon (total lunar too fast or that you’ve been leading someone on. Or
eclipse) you might experience the eye-opening awareness
It’s harvest time! This supercharged full moon in that your new “love interest” isn’t that interested
your tenth house of professional success rewards at all. Saturn can help you make the necessary
your efforts of the previous six months. Accept adjustments, including hitting the gas if you’ve
your praise (and maybe your raise) with aplomb, been going under the speed limit.
but don’t stop now. Set some intentions for the rest
of the year, and get ready for even bigger career August 12-September 10: Mars in Capricorn
developments! Since this is a game-changing lunar Spicy Mars, which has been retrograde since June
eclipse, a big opportunity or public recognition 26, backs into your expansive ninth house. Though
could come out of the blue. You may suddenly you’ll want to pace yourself for the rest of the
leave one path for a new one. retrograde (until August 27), sparks could fly on a
vacation fling, or a long-distance affair may heat
August: Love Hotspots up, perhaps with an old flame. Couples can turn
up the heat by traveling or doing more adventurous
August 6-September 9: Venus in Libra things outside of your comfort zones.
The love planet beams into your sixth house
of wellbeing, adding a healthy twist to your August 19: Jupiter-Neptune trine
relationships. If you’re part of a dynamic duo, Indulge in a little fantasy! In fact, you might not be
you might suddenly enjoy doing more physical able to avoid it, as dreamy Neptune casts a spell on
things together (besides the obvious ones), perhaps “anything goes” Jupiter in your partnership sector.
joining a league, taking a vegetarian cooking class This is the last in a trio of trines (the others were
or going for nightly walks. Single? Try exercising December 2, 2017 and May 25). While it’ll be fun
without the ear buds. You could meet someone at to invent plans for the future, this isn’t the best time
the gym or on a nature hike. to book tickets or commit to anything, as these two
dreamy planets aren’t famous for being grounded
August 7: Venus-Mars trine in reality.
The love planets form a sweet sync-up in the
practical zones of your chart, making this a great August 25: Sun-Uranus trine
day to (peacefully) discuss the nitty-gritty details You’re feeling brave and empowered, and possibly
of a relationship and get back on track together. like you need to share something from your heart.
You could catch the other person off-guard, so don’t
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worry if their initial reaction isn’t what you hoped may be larger than life. On top of that, someone
for. Give them a chance to process this heavy stuff! might be misrepresenting their abilities, talking
themselves up a little too readily. See if you can
August 26: Venus-Pluto square table negotiations for later in the week.
Your critical eye is especially sharp today; and for
better or worse, you’ll see all of a love interest’s August 10: Mercury-Jupiter square
flaws and failings instead of their positive qualities. You’re not thinking clearly, and your emotions
But the last thing you want to do is try to “fix” could cloud your judgment, making it difficult to
them. Refocus your attention on what you cherish deal with others. Someone might play on your
about this person, and definitely keep those blunt sympathy, causing you to cave instead of standing
opinions to yourself. up for yourself. Save the big discussion for another
day when you’re better able to explain yourself.
August 28: Mercury-Jupiter square
Be on the lookout for projecting behavior today. August 11: Leo new moon (partial solar
With the communication planet in a tangled angle eclipse)
with amplifying Jupiter in your relationship corner, This powerful new moon, a bold solar eclipse,
you could be hypersensitive, and it’ll be a little too brings fresh starts. And because it lands in your
easy to take something out on your love interest. domestic realm, it could signal a change in your
Sharing your feelings is not the same as dumping living situation over the coming six months. If
them on another person. you’ve been thinking of buying a home—or selling
one—get busy interviewing realtors and researching
August: Career Hotspots the market.
August 2: Mars-Uranus square August 12-September 10: Mars in Capricorn

You might not be in sync with a team under this Ready for the big leagues? Motivator Mars
“rugged individualist” angle of ego-tripping Mars kicks off his return visit to your expansive ninth
and hotheaded Uranus. You could feel threatened house of travel, study and entrepreneurship. But
by someone who comes on too strong and doesn’t don’t rush into pulling the trigger on anything
listen to anyone. (Or maybe you’re the person acting irrevocable. The red planet is retrograde until
that way?) Try to stay flexible—though under these August 27; until then, you’ll do better researching,
volatile skies, that’s way easier said than done. reviewing and planning.
August 6: Sun-Jupiter square August 19: Jupiter-Neptune trine

With these heavenly heavyweights at loggerheads You’re feeling generous and willing to listen to all
today, it won’t be easy to find a happy compromise. sides of a discussion today, as open-minded Jupiter
Everyone wants to do things their way, and egos aligns with intuitive Neptune in your people
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houses. You could nail down terms of a budding loving fifth house, turning your mind to anything
partnership (for business or romance). Bear in but work. Shoot some seductive Snaps to your
mind you may be a little too trusting now, so get sweetie or, if you’re single, stop thinking every
all the terms drawn up in a formal agreement. interaction has to have a “goal.” If you’ve got an
artistic project simmering on the back burner, bring
August 25: Sun-Saturn trine it front and center and crank up the heat!
Take a calculated gamble and talk to your boss
about your big idea or ask for the resources you need September 7: Sun-Neptune opposition
to pull off an important project. Is there any work- Is it love, lust—or confusion? It may be hard to
related travel you could volunteer for? Management say today as Neptune sends its nebulous energy to
does understand and support you—but they’re not the ego-driven Sun. If your love life feels like an
mind readers. You have to let them know what amusement park ride, call a time-out and spend
you’re interested in! If you’re an entrepreneur, this time alone or with a couple close friends to figure
is a good day to present a thorough plan to a client. out what you can do differently.
But make sure you’ve covered all your bases—no
cutting corners allowed! September 7: Mercury-Uranus trine
Provocateur much? With mental Mercury in your
August 26: Pisces full moon erotic eighth house aligned with transformative
High fives all around! The year’s only full moon Uranus, your mind is racing with creative ideas
in your house of technology and teamwork could for your nocturnal activities. If you have a willing
bring a group project to a triumphant conclusion. partner, by all means get experimental. Single?
Make sure you acknowledge everyone who had a Look beyond the same-old same-old when it comes
role in this. Are you ready to share the success with to the bar scene and dating apps.
your virtual universe? Be clever with your social
posts and email blasts—this could go viral. September 8: Venus-Mars square
Hanky-panky or hunker down? Like Oscar Wilde,
August 27: Mars retrograde ends you might be able to resist everything but temptation
It’s safe to exhale! Driven Mars wraps up a today, as the amorous planets lock eyes—though be
frustrating two-month retrograde, which may have warned, they might also lock horns. You and a love
brought work chaos, red tape and career setbacks. interest could fight over the future or just bicker
You can now hit the gas on that big career reboot. over petty details. Get to the heart of what’s really
bugging you so you can get back in sync.
September: Love Hotspots September 9: Virgo new moon

September 5-21: Mercury in Virgo This annual event offers a huge opportunity to
Expressive Mercury flits into your flirty and fun- make a fresh start with a passion project or love
connection. Rushing into something willy-nilly
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isn’t your style, so get the manifesting off on the gas on some of your big ideas. Set some new goals
right foot by setting intentions and feeling what and don’t plan to quit till you reach them.
that reality is like in your body. Dying to speak to
someone from the heart? This lunation supports September 11: Sun-Pluto trine
(smart) risk-taking! “Practical” doesn’t have to mean boring—or go
unacknowledged! You could score some deserved
September 9-October 31: Venus in Scorpio recognition today for one of your visionary ideas or
What kind of partnership are you looking to just your dogged diligence.
draw into your life? Over the next eight weeks,
your ruler, charm magnet Venus, strides through September 18: Mars-Uranus square
your seventh house of committed relationships. Temper, temper! A demanding boss or client might
Whether for a business deal, creative project push you to the edge, leading you to rebel. You’ll
or an affair of the heart, you’re sure to meet a feel fenced in by too many rules and too much red
worthy match! tape, which could test even your patience. Channel
this pent-up anger so you don’t lash out at the
September 12: Venus-Uranus opposition wrong person.
Are you sacrificing too much to keep the peace
in a relationship? While a certain amount of September 21-October 9: Mercury in
compromise comes with the territory, if you’re Libra
constantly seething with resentment, it’s time to get Mental Mercury in your organized sixth house
things out in the open. sharpens your analytical abilities. This is a great
time for detailed work and tackling administrative
September 18: Mars-Uranus square duties. Organize, budget and refine your plans.
Don the protective gear! Under this combustible Set yourself up for a win by streamlining and
planetary coupling, you can expect hotheaded systematizing.
explosions, people lashing out without thinking,
jumping to conclusions—and jumping into bed September 24: Aries full moon
without considering potential consequences. This once-a-year event in your twelfth house of
closure and healing helps you leave the painful past
September: Career Hotspots behind. It’s never easy, but if you’re truly motivated
to step beyond this, do the necessary forgiving and
September 10-November 15: Mars in move on. You might want to do a ritual in which
Aquarius you write down your fears of letting go and burn it
The action planet makes a return trip through your (safely) in a fire.
sector of professional ambition—and this time he’s
blasting full steam ahead! Now is the time to hit the
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September 25: Sun-Saturn square fast a clip, sometimes pumping the brakes makes
Feeling uninspired? Facts and data are not the most relationships more manageable.
fulfilling part of your job, but under this one-day
tangled angle, you simply have to do the grunt work. October 24: Sun-Uranus opposition
It’s not sexy or glamorous, but certain parts of this Compromise doesn’t have to mean giving up too
job are unavoidable. Build in a personal reward for much. When these fierce planetary forces face off,
tonight to get you through the “wax on, wax off” day. no one wants to budge. The choice is yours: Stay
locked in a stalemate, or be the one to make the
September 27: Sun-Mars trine first concession.
With the spotlight on you, step boldly into a
leadership role! You’re oozing charisma and October 29: Mercury-Jupiter meetup
magnetism, and people will be hanging on your With these protective planets in your partnership
every word. Make ‘em count! realm, you’ll feel safe speaking from your heart.
Besides, letting your beloved or close associate
October: Love Hotspots know what you desire is the first step in getting your
needs met!
October 5-November 16: Venus retrograde
Harmony interrupted? Just when you thought October 31: Venus-Uranus opposition
things were looking up, BAM! The love planet It’s a fine line between going after what your heart
reverses course and threatens to undo forward desires and keeping the peace in your relationships.
progress. But this is a regular occurrence and Ultimately, only you can decide which is more
doesn’t HAVE to be cause for alarm. Use this important. But if you’re not getting the satisfaction
backward-looking six weeks to think about how you want, look at whether your need to call the
you might improve your relationship or dating shots is making it hard to find, or keep, a mate.
game to bring you more satisfaction.
October 31-December 2: Venus in Libra
October 9-31: Mercury in Scorpio Your ruler, amorous Venus, backs into your wellness
So, where is this thing going? With the sector zone until November 16, giving you a rare
communication planet in your partnership house, second chance to make good on some personal
this a great time to discuss the terms of a relationship resolutions. What were you trying to accomplish
or the future you both envision. in August that didn’t fully achieve liftoff? If you’re
struggling to commit to healthier lifestyle choices,
October 10: Venus-Mars square don’t go it alone. See if your partner wants to
The third of 2018’s three face-offs can bring be your “accountability buddy,” or chat up an
up unresolved issues. If things are moving at too appealing gym denizen.
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October: Career Hotspots October 12: Sun-Pluto square

The devil is in the details, yet obsessing over them
October 2: Mercury-Pluto square will make your life a living hell. Sometimes a
Under these reactive skies, watch what you say. You cigar is just a cigar, so don’t go looking for clues
might feel the urge to lash out or pout off, but hold or jumping to hasty conclusions unless you want to
some cards close to your vest. You won’t get clear court trouble.
answers today. If people seem cagey or calculating,
prying will only backfire and arouse their suspicions. October 19: Mercury-Neptune trine
Trust your instincts! Your empathy is dialed up to a
October 8: Libra new moon nearly psychic level. Be aware when you’re absorbing
This once-a-year event in your efficient sixth other people’s emotions and it’s draining you. The
house helps you wipe the slate clean in an area upside is that with your compassion so strong, it’ll
that’s gotten a bit out of control. First you might be easy to resolve conflict with a partner or a team.
need to engage in some literal cleaning, though!
Over the coming six months, you can reach a big October 24: Taurus full moon
goal—if you prioritize! This is a good time to It’s a red-letter day for Bulls, as the year’s only full
check in with your employees or, if there’s a job moon in your sign can bring all your efforts of the
that’s outside your wheelhouse, invest in a service past six months to a completion point. This is not
provider who can bang it out and let you get on the time to hide out in the shadows. Take your
with your important work! rightful place at center stage and bask in the glow
of a job well done.
Chatty Mercury visits your partnership house, October 24: Sun-Uranus opposition
making this a great time to negotiate a contract or Are you being a good team player or grandstanding?
discuss a collaboration. Get back on the same page It’s one thing to let your own talents shine, but
with colleagues, and make sure everything feels fair hogging all the credit or not giving others a chance
and balanced. to express their opinions could get you thrown off
the island.
The urge to blurt something out will be hard October 29: Mercury-Jupiter meetup
to resist, but do! Speaking without thinking can There’s no point reinventing the wheel when
land you in hot water today, so nip those “feels someone else has done the exact same thing already
great in the moment” snarky comments in the and is eager to join forces. Sit down and hash out
bud. Even constructive criticism will go over like the vision to make sure you’re really on the same
a lead balloon. Better to keep the unsolicited page. If you are, go ahead and talk strategy and
feedback to yourself. terms of engagement.
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November: Love Hotspots Couples will enjoy double dating or spending time
with each other’s friends. Single? Mutual friends or
November 7: Scorpio new moon one of your own platonic pals might suddenly seem
Ready to turn over a new leaf—or jump into a like the hottest person in any room! Dating apps
relationship with real promise? This annual lunar could serve up some appealing prospects.
lift gives commitments extra juice, so write down
some of the specific things you’re looking for in a November 16-December 6: Mercury
partnership. Keep the list someplace that you can retrograde
read it every day to reinforce your desires. Ready, Watch a tendency to create unnecessary drama.
set, manifest! Today, the communication planet reverses course
in your eighth house of sex and intimacy. Without
November 8, 2018–December 2, 2019: trying to make waves, you could overreact out of
Jupiter in Sagittarius jealousy, or old abandonment issues may flare up.
As the expansive planet lands in your eighth house Be careful opening the door to a former flame.
of joint ventures for the first time in 12 years, you’ll They might turn into one of those trick birthday
have golden opportunities to make your money candles that you can never actually blow out.
work harder for you. It’s a great time to invest with
your S.O. Single? One of these financial wizards November 19: Mars-Jupiter square
might be checking out more than your portfolio. You may feel pulled in two directions under this
Is the feeling mutual? Let them know you’re hard-to-reconcile cosmic kerfuffle. Part of you is in
interested in more than compounded interest! the mood to dress up and go out on a flirting spree
or explore the options online. But another side is
November 9: Venus-Mars trine craving the security of a familiar bond. Maybe sit
With amorous Venus spinning backward, you might out a dance or two till you get clearer?
be rethinking some aspect of your relationship
or reevaluating where and how you look for love. November 26: Sun-Jupiter meetup
Today, as Venus forms a harmonious angle with If ever there was a day to let your true feelings and
action planet Mars in your goal-oriented tenth desires be known, it’s today! The bold Sun and
house, you may have a clear picture of how you’d confident Jupiter align in your intimate eighth house
like the future to look. And just like that, you’re for the only time this year. Screw up your nerve,
ready to play for keeps. take a risk and let yourself be a little vulnerable.
You may be pleasantly surprised!
November 15-December 31: Mars in Pisces
Motivated Mars jets into your eleventh house of November 30: Venus-Uranus opposition
teams and technology. Your social life is abuzz, Déjà vu all over again? Thanks to these planets’
and you could easily become the royal of the hive. backtracking motion, you might not be sure where
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“When the expansive planet lands in your eighth house of

joint ventures for the first time in 12 years, you’ll have one
opportunity after another to connect with power brokers
and to make your money work harder for you.”
you stand in a certain relationship. You could catch years, you’ll have one opportunity after another
wind of some unexpected information, which to connect with power brokers and to make your
might cause to you act rashly. While you probably money work harder for you. Review investments
can’t do anything about the instability today, try not with an adviser, and explore ways to create passive
to let subconscious fears lead. income or pool your resources with a savvy
partner—perhaps your own S.O.!
November: Career Hotspots November 15-December 31: Mars in Pisces

November 6-March 7, 2019: Uranus in Aries When the planet of action and motivation marches
As the change-maker planet makes its final lap into your collaborative eleventh house, the name
through your house of closure—not to return for of your game is strategic networking! This doesn’t
84 years!— you’ll want to seize this last chance to mean you need to have single-minded focus every
deal with unresolved baggage or self-sabotaging time you hit a holiday party, but there’s no reason
patterns that are buried deep in your subconscious. not to talk a little shop.
This concludes a cycle that began in 2011, during
which you’ve become a ninja when it comes to November 16-December 6: Mercury
letting go and surrender. retrograde
When the messenger planet does an about-
November 7: Scorpio new moon face in your eighth house of joint ventures and
Are you this-close to inking a deal? This once-a- investments, tensions could rise. It’s no cause
year event could signal the beginning of a beautiful for panic, but if you’re really uncomfortable,
new partnership. Make sure you’re 100 percent schedule an end-of-year sit-down with your
happy with all the terms—if not, speak now or adviser. Take extra precautions against identity
plan to hold your peace. Single? Sparks could fly theft, and strengthen your passwords. When
with someone involved in this arrangement. you’re holiday shopping online, only use trusted
networks—and always log off when finished.
November 8, 2018–December 2, 2019:
Jupiter in Sagittarius November 20: Mars-Jupiter square
When the expansive planet lands in your eighth You don’t have to go along to get along. If a
house of joint ventures for the first time in 12 collaborative project starts going sideways, say
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something before things spiral out of control. It’s your relationship realm. Single Bulls will be so
possible that no one else notices, but more likely magnetically appealing, you’ll have no trouble
they can’t (or won’t) see things your way. Speak attracting desirable new prospects. Attached? Put
your mind, and be prepared with a Plan B—or to in a little extra effort to keep the harmony in your
walk—if this proves unresolvable. connection. Make a point of asking your sweetie
how their day was—and be sure to really listen!
November 23: Gemini full moon
See? They did notice all your painstaking efforts December 5: Sun-Neptune square
of the last six months! And now, with this lucky Things aren’t as they seem today, and some smooth
lunar lift, you’re on the threshold of being properly talker could suck you in with flattery or by saying all
rewarded. This is the only full moon of the year to the right things. Before you hand over your trust—
land in your money zone. If you don’t get a bonus, or one red cent—check this person out in detail.
there might be some other remuneration coming in Better to walk away from a potential heart-breaking
the very near future. Hello, holiday splurge! situation than risk getting hurt. Hold off making
any financial deals for another day or so, when the
November 26: Sun-Jupiter meetup Sun is out of Neptune’s dubious shadow.
Two heads are so much better than one, and this
powerful planetary pairing can position you for December 6: Mercury retrograde ends
huge advancement. Jupiter brings expansion and Relationship reboot! After a few bumpy weeks, the
good luck, and encourages smart gambles. You have mounting tension in a close relationship clears,
to be in to win it, so conduct your due diligence. helping you get back on the same page or move
Then don’t hesitate to pull the trigger when all signs forward with a clear decision. If an ex resurfaced
point to yes! and caused confusion, you’ll know whether this is a
situation worth pursuing again.
December: Love Hotspots December 7: Sagittarius new moon

December 1-12: Mercury in Scorpio The year’s only new moon in your eighth house
No need to hold in your feelings with the of eroticism and intimacy signals some kind of
conversationalist of the zodiac flitting through your fresh start in this all-important arena. You could
partnership zone for the next couple weeks. Let meet someone worthy of deleting your online
your partner or crush know what you’re thinking. dating profiles in the coming weeks or months
If you’ve got something special in mind for the (or tonight!). Keep your eyes—and heart—open.
holidays, by all means, share—now! Couples can and should aim for an even deeper
level of commitment and honesty. You don’t have
December 2-31: Venus in Scorpio to crush anyone with a truth hammer, but do share
Your amorous ruler joins chatty Mercury in more about your inner life.
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you’re thinking. Unclear communication can cause major
headaches, so spell things out with precision and clarity.”
December 12-December 31: Mercury in have an ulterior motive, but there’s no better way
Sagittarius to meet people than through shared passions
When the messenger planet cruises into your and commitments. With your eleventh house of
intimate eighth house, your thoughts will take a technology lit up, you might meet someone through
turn for the intense. Could you imagine growing an online group or dating site.
old with your current mate? What needs to change
to keep you committed? Mercury also loosens lips
and helps you communicate some of your secret
December: Career Hotspots
desires and fantasies. December 1-12: Mercury in Scorpio
Don’t assume colleagues or a business
December 20: Sun-Uranus trine partner knows what you’re thinking. Unclear
Getting more in touch with your sensitive communication can cause major headaches, so
and vulnerable side can lead to more open spell things out with precision and clarity. With the
communication in a partnership. With the ego- messenger planet retrograde (since November 16)
supporting Sun in cahoots with transformative and now reversing into your partnership zone for
Uranus in your introspective sectors, it’s safe to a few days, you might have some mopping up to
reveal your feelings—and it could be the very thing do. Stall on inking any important documents until
that deepens a blossoming attraction or relationship. December 6, when Mercury straightens out and
things settle back down.
Open your heart and share your deepest feelings. December 2: Sun-Mars square
Communicator Mercury and truth-telling Jupiter An aggressive person on your team may need to be
could inspire confessions that deepen your bond. put in check today. You could feel pressured to go
Secrets can also be exposed today. With this duo against your instincts and cave to peer pressure or
in your eighth house of sex, take a risk and share a group consensus, but stand your ground! That said,
racy desire. stay open to fair and reasonable compromises with
your collaborators.
December 21: Venus-Neptune trine
Pause for the cause! Channel some energy toward December 5: Sun-Neptune square
a humanitarian initiative, and you could be Guard your intel! Just because someone acts
rewarded in surprising ways! Of course you don’t trustworthy doesn’t mean they are. Get to really
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know someone before you share important data. December 22: Cancer full moon
Neptune casts a haze around dealings today, so if Need to clear the air? Have an exciting idea you
anything, err on the side of caution. want to share with a potential collaborator? Break
the ice! This full moon brings things to completion,
December 6: Mercury retrograde ends and you could get the answer you’ve been waiting
Interpersonal affairs get back on track as Mercury for before the end of the year. If you’re a business
ends a tough backspin that threw a wrench into your owner, this is a powerful day to post on social media
most important relationships. If you’ve been out or blast out an email marketing campaign. Last-
of sync with people or at odds with an important minute holiday flash sale, perhaps?
collaborator, things start to clear up.
December 7: Mars-Neptune meetup Working today? Not only is it a national holiday,
Networking is the key to advancement, and but foggy Neptune will make it hard to get the
motivated Mars in your collaborative zone is eager answers you need to move forward. Put it aside for
to get out there and meet new people. But the red now. Things will be much clearer and easier to get
plant is aligned with hazy Neptune, so you might traction on next week. u
not be able to get an accurate read on anyone. Do
the chitchat and elbow-rubbing, but spend more
time with (and Google) anyone you’re considering
teaming up with professionally.
December 7: Sagittarius new moon

Show me the money! The year’s only new moon
in your house of wealth plants seeds for a joint
venture, real estate partnership or some other kind
of mutually beneficial scenario. This could be the
start of something huge, and it’s worth your while
to do some serious research now.

Dream big, but keep the talk down to earth.
This auspicious starmap encourages honest
conversations about strategy, joint ventures and
how to make some big bucks. If you’re looking for
a loan or an angel investor, start the process now!
Gemini 2018
GEMINI 2018 HOROSCOPE
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The Highlights
LOVE estate and passive income. You could get
The good news: Tough Saturn has ended serious about paying off debt and building
a three-year trek through your opposite a nest egg.
sign of Sagittarius, a challenging cycle that
put your partnerships to the test. And in HEALTH & WELLNESS
November, lucky Jupiter arrives, attracting Lunges, squats and Burpees, oh my!
exciting growth and long-term prospects. Expansive Jupiter is in your sixth house
But your work’s not done: Saturn is now of health and fitness, pushing you to
in your eighth house of intimacy, teaching make wellness an adventure. Clean eating
your tough but crucial lessons about how and plenty of movement are the stars’
relationships are built to last. Prepare to face prescription for happiness—and all the
any fears and trust issues, clearing the path better if you can run around outdoors!
for happily-ever-after through hard work Fresh air and nature will reset you, and with
and humility. innovative Uranus starting an eight-year visit
to your holistic and mystical twelfth house
MONEY & CAREER this May, contemplative time near water can
New work opportunities arise this year, as soothe your soul.
enterprising Jupiter visits your diligent sixth
house. You’re learning to delegate, organize FAMILY & FRIENDS
and run life like a well-oiled machine. Bored Sift through your inner circle—and tighten
or between gigs? You might just take an the borders a bit. Stern Saturn and shadowy
interim “bridge job” to pay the bills while Pluto in your intimate eighth house reveals
you figure out your next moves. July’s eclipse the leakers and haters in your midst. Have
in your money house could bring an exciting you been too quick to trust? A few loyalty
opportunity—a good reason not to rush tests wouldn’t hurt, Gemini. Fascinating new
into anything too permanent! With studious friends could pop up, both locally and from
Saturn in your long-term wealth zone, it’s afar, thanks to four of this year’s eclipses that
time to learn more about investing, real draw inspiring kindred spirits your way. u
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Power Dates for Gemini
GEMINI NEW MOON
June 13
GEMINI FULL MOON

November 23
GEMINI SOLAR RETURN

May 20–June 21
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teady as she goes! In 2018, the astrological Hard work and steady progress will pay off now,
emphasis is on stability. That’s not a both at the office and in your life. You’re inspired
concept that Geminis normally gravitate to create systems that keep life humming along,
toward, but it’s one you may welcome and to treat your body like a temple. Get into the
with open arms now. Until November, expansive groove of daily work and routines, enjoying that
Jupiter is visiting Scorpio and your sixth house of pleasant vibe of being “in the zone.”
health, daily work and organization. Suddenly, you
want order in the Gemini court! And who could It doesn’t matter so much what you’re doing as it
blame you? Jupiter spent a good part of last year does how you feel while you’re doing it. And your
in Libra and your dramatic fifth house, bringing diligence will certainly pay off, perhaps near the
excitement but a fair share of chaos or upheaval. July 12 Cancer solar eclipse, which could bring a
Now, it’s time to simplify and prioritize. Less is new work or moneymaking opportunity out of the
more! blue.
Adventurous Jupiter in your wellness zone makes moving into new roles or seeking adventurous
this the perfect year for clean eating, regular horizons to tackle together. A lucrative overseas
exercise and time enjoying nature. Fresh air and client could come your way, or you may start
fitness: your prescription for happiness in 2018. traveling to explore a joint work venture. Single
Some Geminis may get doctor’s orders to move Geminis could meet someone with life-partner
more, or a health issue may require you to tune potential, and—surprise!—they may be nothing
into your body instead of ignoring it. This could be like the person you envisioned yourself walking the
a blessing in disguise, especially if it forces you to aisle with. You could connect with someone of a
slow down and dial back excessive stress. Gemini, wildly different background or even fall into a long-
your sign isn’t famous for knowing your limits (what distance love affair. Will relocation be in the stars?
are those, anyway?), but too much multitasking You’ll need until 2019 to figure that part out. For
will wear you out. Aim to balance mind, body and now, explore with an open heart and mind.
spiritual pursuits and live a more balanced life.
And before you rush into anything permanent,
You’ll be celestially spurred onward—and sober Saturn puts some yellow caution tape around
inward—right before your birthday. On May 15, eager Jupiter’s starry-eyed plans. Saturn is now in
changemaker Uranus makes a huge leap, entering Capricorn until 2020, putting weight on your eighth
Taurus and your twelfth house of closure, healing house of intimacy, joint ventures and mergers.
and spirituality for the first time in 77 years. With Rather than rush to put a ring on it, obey the ringed
this pioneering planet here, you could become taskmaster and take it slow. Or slow-ish…Jupiter’s
deeply involved in metaphysics, energy work or tantalizing powers can only be resisted so much!
holistic wellness. You might begin a path of recovery Just make sure that any alliances you get into can
from an addiction or begin the kind of eye-opening go the distance. Now is the time for partnerships
inner work that leads you to make sweeping lifestyle that are exciting but also built to last.
changes. Uranus will be here until April 2026,
provoking a deep, soul-level makeover. Since this Jupiter in Scorpio: Healthy choices.
progress-driven planet rules technology, you might October 10, 2017–November 8, 2018
connect with a spiritual community online or sell
your own healing services virtually. Healthy, wealthy and wise? This trinity could be
your recipe for success this year, Gemini, as bountiful
Toward the end of the year, exciting partnership Jupiter lunges and squats its way through Scorpio
opportunities could arise. On November 8, and your orderly, fitness-focused sixth house. After
wholehearted Jupiter will enter your opposite sign an indulgent and dramatic 2017, you’re ready to
of Sagittarius for 13 months, drawing inspiring streamline and simplify.
people into your orbit. Get ready for a relationship
revolution, or some dynamic business duos. Last year’s focus was on love, creativity and
Longtime couples or work partners could evolve, relationships. You wore your heart on your sleeve
“With expansive Jupiter in your wellbeing zone, health

becomes a priority. You might get serious about clean
eating, regular exercise and a toxin-free lifestyle.”
and let emotions guide you. In some ways, this was about clean eating, regular exercise and a toxin-
good for your heady sign. Contrary to your “wild free lifestyle. Turn self-care into an adventure,: try
and crazy” reputation, many Geminis actually upbeat group classes (such as a dance-yoga-cardio
have a controlling side, especially when it comes fusion) or combine physical activity with time in
to their feelings. But with outspoken Jupiter here, nature. The great outdoors will revive your soul,
the floodgates broke open. A romance or creative whether you’re biking, gardening or doing Burpees
project may have consumed your time, which left on the beach. A pet could bring joy this year.
the rest of your life in a bit of disarray.
Caveat: Jupiter is the god of the feast, so even if
Now, your analytical side takes the wheel, and your you’re eating healthy fare, your appetite (and by
focus turns to practical matters. You want systems association, your waistline) can expand during
and processes that make life run like a well-oiled this indulgent Jupiter cycle. You may go up a size
machine. Call in the cleanup crews and book the or two but have perfect health in your checkups—
personal trainer! Unfurl your Feng Shui bagua map and if so, you might just embrace the new curves
and declutter your money corner—or go full Marie or cushioning. Or, use this opportunity to dive into
Kondo and get rid of things that “don’t inspire joy.” curious Jupiter’s love of learning, and research
Less is more! nutrition and healthy living. Which foods agree
with your systems? Do you need more vitamins or
This cycle, which only happens every 12 years, may supplements? Get a full panel of tests done. The
not be the “sexiest” time of your life, but it will sixth house rules the digestive system, and you may
certainly be grounding. Philosophical Jupiter helps benefit from taking a daily probiotic, trying colon
you find the adventure in the little things—which hydrotherapy or improving your “gut health.”
is actually a beautiful way to be. While you might Swap chemical-laden cleaning and beauty products
find yourself sweating the small stuff (there will be for natural ones. If eating organic seems too pricey,
a lot of it!), you’ll also appreciate the little things you could join a CSA (community-supported
and enjoy life’s simpler pleasures. Jupiter was last in agriculture) co-op that gives an affordable weekly
Scorpio from October 25, 2005 until November 23, bundle of local produce.
2006. Look back to that time, if you can remember
it, for clues of what could resurface. For some Geminis, Jupiter in the sixth house can
reveal a health diagnosis or bring doctor’s orders
With expansive Jupiter in your wellbeing zone, to make a lifestyle change. This could be a blessing
health becomes a priority. You might get serious in disguise, especially if it leads to early detection.
Stress has been linked to many diseases, so even the Feeling bored with your job? Hunting for a new
fittest of Geminis should make a dedicated effort gig? Don’t rush into anything permanent if you’re
to reduce it. If you have a sedentary job, get up not sure what you want. This year is better spent
and move every hour or try out a standing desk. sharpening your tools than suffering in something
Keep that inner micromanager in check—just that’s the wrong fit. With free-spirited Jupiter in
because you can do ten people’s jobs, doesn’t mean your administrative sixth house, this year could be
you should. Recommended reading for Type A perfect for a “bridge job”—something easy and
Geminis: The Big Leap by Gay Hendricks, which breezy that doesn’t drain your vital energy.
distinguishes between your Zone of Excellence
(things you’re good at but not passionate about) and Save your brain cells and energy for productive
your Zone of Genius (things you’re naturally gifted learning in your off hours. Jupiter rules higher
at and love to do). Inch your way into the genius education, making this an ideal transit to polish your
zone this year. skills, earn certifications, or work toward mastery. If
you have to do “practice” sessions to get really good
The sixth house also governs your work processes. at your craft, or work a set number of unpaid hours
How organized are you and where could you have to earn a state license, this would be the ideal time to
better systems that will keep your life humming do it. The barter system can pay off—for example,
along efficiently? There’s a Type A side to every you could build your entrepreneurial friend a free
Gemini—you’re ruled by intellectual Mercury, website as a way of learning Wordpress design, or
after all—and this year, it can come out with a you might apprentice with a craftsperson to get an
vengeance. Prepare to give the other Mercury-ruled inside glimpse of their expertise. Sitting at the feet
sign, Virgo, a run for its micromanaging money! of a master is worth every unpaid internship hour
From spreadsheets to budgeting apps to hiring a during this Jupiter transit, which favors experience-
virtual assistant, you’ll be on a mission to keep life based learning.
feeling sane and simplified, even as you grow.
A job offer could arrive from the service industry or
The sixth house rules helpful people, and you’ll do a “green” sector, or you might be drawn to explore
well learning how to delegate to capable assistants booming areas in wellness and technology. Some
and specialists. Time is money, Gemini—you don’t of the least sexy-sounding jobs are the most stable
have to do it all yourself ! The hours you’ll save now, so you might be inspired to explore fields such
could be used to hone your craft or take better as solar power, occupational therapy or computer
care of your body. Just be kind to the people you coding. During this Jupiter transit, your top goal
train or pass the torch to, taking the time to explain might be to earn a steady paycheck in a field you
your process. You might put together an instruction enjoy, where you’ll always be gainfully employed.
manual that breaks it down step-by-step. That way, With outspoken Jupiter in this nature-loving zone,
you have a better chance of them doing everything you could become an advocate for climate change
to your exacting standards! prevention or wildlife preservation.
Creative work, perhaps for a world-bettering cause, Worldly Jupiter could spark synergy with someone
could be part of this year’s cosmic lineup. From from another culture or background, perhaps a
May through August, Jupiter will travel in a rare person you meet while traveling. A long-distance
and harmonious trine (120-degree angle) to healing romance could heat up, or you could launch an
Neptune, which is in Pisces and your tenth house entrepreneurial project with someone in another
of success. You’ll go farther by adopting an attitude zip code. Risk-taker Jupiter inspires you to roll the
of humble service, rather than trying to elbow your dice: nothing ventured, nothing gained!
way to the top or “make” things happen. Cutting
corners and forcing an agenda will flop, especially Your existing commitments will also go through
with Jupiter in your meticulous sixth house. changes, as you adjust the levels of give-and-take
to create more harmony and equality. Longtime
Karmic Neptune is a pro at manifesting, so engage couples could renew their vows, travel together
in creative visualization as part of your search for a or shift into different roles. For example, if you’ve
higher calling. During this Jupiter-Neptuen mashup, been the breadwinner, your mate could suddenly
you’re called to deeply examine your motives: Why become the household high earner. If you’re always
do you want something so badly? Is the payoff for the star, prepare to play Best Supporting Actor.
you and you alone, or will it benefit the world at
large? Greed won’t be rewarded during this Jupiter- Has a relationship run its course? If you’ve
Neptune alignment, but loyal leadership will. As outgrown your connection, philosophical Jupiter
your fellow Gemini John F. Kennedy, Jr. famously could find you parting ways amicably. Don’t
said in his Inaugural address, “Ask not what your plan on being single for long, though! Jupiter in
country can do for you, but what you can do Sagittarius could call in a serious contender who
for your country.” Apply this to your ambitious balances you out beautifully. Caveat: You’ll need to
pursuits, and you’ll rise to rewarding heights. stretch beyond your comfort zone and relinquish a
little control. But with adventurous Jupiter steering
Jupiter in Sagittarius: Partner up! the ship, you’ll quickly see the benefits of trading
November 8, 2018–December 2, 2019 your tight grip for inspiring companionship.
Table for two, please! In November, Jupiter will Saturn in Capricorn: Intimate ties.
sail into Sagittarius and your partnership house,
blessing you with a 13-month cycle of major
relationship growth. Talk about balm for your soul! Let’s be honest: “forever” isn’t a word that your
As the zodiac’s Twin, your sign is happiest when changeable sign takes to readily. Well, Gemini,
you have an adventurous plus-one by your side! the next three years have some interesting lessons
And you’ll have plenty of options as 2018 draws to in store about intimacy, merging and permanent
a close. Jupiter could bring a bounty of compatible commitments—the kind that you can’t back out of
people into your sphere, from a long-term romantic on a whim.
partner to an inspiring business collaborator. Serious Saturn, the planet of maturity, structure
and integrity, has shifted into Capricorn and your Obviously you’ll want to keep this as a side hustle
eighth house of permabonding. It’s time to get instead of quitting your day job. Think of this as
serious about your relationships and to strengthen a little extra padding, not income you rely on—at
any shaky areas. Saturn rewards hard work and least, for now.
dedication, and it cracks the whip when we try to
cut corners. Call in the experts and mentors, from Some Geminis will move into binding arrangements:
financial advisors to couple’s therapists. Saturn’s cohabitation, marriage, starting a family, opening a
tests often demand professional guidance. You can’t shared business. Don’t rush, though! Saturn in your
life-hack or DIY your way through every situation, eighth house is like a long engagement—a chance
and with Saturn here, there’s no faking it ‘til you to work out the kinks and discover any obstacles
make it. that could interfere with a relationship’s longevity.
You’ll find out exactly how “ready” you are for the
The eighth house rules shared finances and property, big leagues, because Saturn will test your mettle.
which will add heft to your long-term wealth Like a building inspector searching for flaws in the
planning. Saturn gets you serious about stuff like foundation, Saturn demands that everything is up
consolidating debt, buying or selling real estate or to code before the ribbon-cutting ceremony. If you
paying off back taxes. Merging your money should discover that you’re not quite there, don’t force
not be done lightly, so before you leap into any joint yourself to move forward. You don’t have to call
ventures, research the heck out of the other party. off the wedding (literally or metaphorically), but
Pay an attorney to review or draft contracts and postponing might be the best idea. Saturn’s lessons
protect your intellectual assets. If you’re engaged, can be inconvenient and deeply humbling—but in
this might be the time for a pre-nup, or at least, to the long run, they can save you loads of heartache!
keep some things in your own name.
Libido: missing in action? Repressive Saturn in
When it comes to money, set your sights on slow and your erotic eighth house can dim your mojo for
steady growth. Don’t expect overnight results for a minute. You could be consumed with weighty
anything you do. Slowly but surely, you could start emotions or processing some heavy baggage, which
earning passive income or returns on investments, doesn’t exactly put you in a frisky mood. Maybe the
as long as you stay the course. While you should permanence of a commitment has put a damper
avoid get-rich-quick ideas and pyramid schemes on the fantasy that first turned you on. Where’s
like the plague, you might explore legitimate affiliate the mystery, the longing? Seeing the same person
opportunities, such as an Amazon store or reselling day in, day out—with sweatpants, breakouts and
an online program you love for commission. If morning breath—isn’t really doing it for you.
there’s a product that’s changed your life—an
essential oil or supplement, for example—you What’s a playful and lusty Gemini to do? During
might become a distributor through a direct sales this transit, you may resonate with the teachings of
program. Be discerning and research thoroughly. psychotherapist Esther Perel, a modern love author
and TED speaker who explores the tension between Pluto, which is in Capricorn from 2008 until 2024.
humans’ dueling needs for security and novelty. This could be an interesting combo because Pluto
Perel, a psychotherapist, explores how autonomy rules the hidden aspects of ourselves, while Saturn
can keep relationships feeling alive. Her books gives everything tangible form. Deep emotions that
Mating in Captivity: Unlocking Erotic Intelligence and have been secretly brewing could break the surface
The State of Affairs: Rethinking Infidelity can provide in 2018.
grounding perspective during any turbulent times.
Mystical Pluto and grounded Saturn in this esoteric
Get a doctor’s opinion before you head to divorce realm hone your healing gifts and boost your
court, Gemini. Your hormone levels can greatly interest in spirituality. Your own psychic abilities
influence your sexual desire—and the only could sharpen. You might explore practitioners
“chemistry” that’s off could be your biochemistry. who specialize in Reiki, acupuncture, past-
You might check out programs such as the Flo life regression or hypnotherapy. If you’ve been
Living Center (www.floliving.com), which helps struggling with addiction or mental health issues,
clients with fertility and hormone stabilization the combined influence of Saturn and Pluto will
through changes in diet, exercise and nutrition. make those impossible to ignore. There’s no
For women, this Saturn phase could bring changes shame in reaching out for support—we can’t fix
to your cycle and reproductive system. If you’re our problems alone, Gemini.
trying to get pregnant, Saturn could make it a bit
more challenging. Are the people on Team Gemini worthy of inner-
circle status? Untrustworthy operators will be
Single Geminis, take it easy on yourself. You could exposed by Saturn and Pluto, and you’ll no longer
feel daunted by the idea of putting yourself out be able to look the other way when their shady
there with cautious Saturn at the helm. Trust issues behavior arises. Geminis are excellent storytellers,
and past-based anxieties could arise. Don’t force but the danger of this is that you can deceive
yourself into halfhearted Tinder-ing. Your time yourself, or only see the parts of people that serve
could be better used working with a therapist or your narrative. This year’s stars will open your eyes,
healer to get to the heart of these fears. Through forcing you to face the whole truth.
diligence, and by facing your shadow, you’ll emerge
stronger and more self-aware—truly ready for the The best insurance policy: Surround yourself with
level of vulnerability that an intimate relationship friends who operate from the highest place of
demands. integrity. On that note, are you doing the same?
This cycle can attract people who mirror parts of
Saturn was last in Capricorn from 1988 to 1991, yourself that need to heal and evolve. Before you
so if you’re old enough to remember that time, point the finger of blame, take inventory of your
you may find patterns repeating themselves. This own behavior. Is there deflection or projection
go-round, Saturn will be joining transformational going on? We’re not saying you should stick around
in a draining or abusive situation. But reclaim your Turn inward, Gemini. Your best work will now
power by owning your choices and making better be done behind the scenes. This could be a
ones going forward. powerful time for recovery from an addiction,
deep forgiveness work or healing codependence.
Uranus in Taurus: Going deep. Trailblazing Uranus helps you summon the courage
May 15, 2018–April 26, 2026 to plumb your own emotional depths and face the
unknown. Therapy and spiritual counseling can be
Who are the people you call friends? That cast of especially powerful, but beware falling under the
characters has changed dramatically in the past spell of a guru figure. With Uranus in this passive
seven years. While you still may have your true-blue zone, you’re tempted to hand your authority over
crew, you’ve connected with some cutting-edge to a charismatic person. Remember, someone can
collaborators and joined a new soul tribe or two. guide you to finding answers, but they already exist
within you.
This is the handiwork of revolutionary Uranus,
which entered Aries and your eleventh house of Mirror, mirror: The next seven years will give you
groups back in March 2011, shaking up the status a front-row seat to the parts of yourself that need
quo. With Uranus in this radical and technology- healing or evolving. The twelfth house rules aspects
driven zone, some Gems became quite a presence on that we disown or project onto others. Shame,
social media—for better or worse. (Geminis Kanye past trauma, insecurity—all of the “demons”—
West and Donald Trump both sowed their share could make an appearance as Uranus exposes
of Uranian chaos and controversy with Twitter your shadow side. How will you know? A person
rants during this cycle.) In group scenarios, you’ve will enter your life who irritates you, pushes your
been the person willing to rock the boat or take buttons or seems bent on sabotaging your success.
an unorthodox path. You’ve gained new followers You’ll encounter scenarios where control eludes
and alienated others. With Uranus in this political your grasp or you’re caught embarrassingly off-
zone, you may have become a spokesperson for an guard.
important social cause.
When this happens, don’t fight—surrender.
Uranus only visits each sign every 84 years, and Recognize that you’re being shown crucial
this May 15, the side-spinning planet will move into information about yourself. This person or situation
Taurus, activating your twelfth house of healing, is simply reflecting something that’s happening
closure and the subconscious until 2026. Life could within you. And you’re either in denial about it or
get a little trippy! Uranus will plunge you into more it’s a “blind spot” that you need to investigate. As
internal waters, a rich time for spiritual and creative the saying goes, you’ve got to deal in order to heal.
development. You’ve been a fixture on certain
social scenes, but Uranus in Taurus sparks a desire Avoid falling into a victim mindset. If you find
for solitude and retreat. yourself thinking, “Why is this happening to
me?” look inward first. Ask yourself, where does boost your online presence. Uranus will hunker
this situation reveal where I may not be operating into Taurus for the long haul on March 7, 2019
with integrity? and it will stay until April 26, 2026. After that it
will move into Gemini, which will bring an exciting
Uranus can be jarring when it delivers a wakeup seven-year cycle of reinvention. Until then, think
call. But its sole intention is to incite change and of yourself as being on a spiritual and emotional
progress. If you’ve been ignoring a nagging physical decluttering mission, stripping away what no longer
or mental health issue, get it checked out. With serves you, to make room for a bold new chapter.
Uranus in this health-conscious zone, symptoms
that flare are a blessing in disguise, helping you Eclipses in Leo & Aquarius:
detect a problem before it gets any bigger. Say what?
With shock-jock Uranus in this mystical zone until
2026, you could undergo a spiritual and emotional Say what? You’re a consummate communicator,
makeover. You may receive undeniable “signs” Gemini, and this year’s game-changing eclipses
that awaken your higher consciousness: repeating could give your verbal and intellectual gifts a few
number sequences (such as glancing at the clock chances to shine. Four of 2018’s five eclipses will fall
and seeing 11:11 or 4:44), déjà vu moments, vivid on the Leo/Aquarius axis, igniting your third house
dreams that are prophetic or involve a departed of local action, ideas and self-expression (ruled by
loved one. Your views on life and death may change, Leo) and your ninth house of travel, study and
and you may develop psychic abilities. Your beliefs entrepreneurship (powered by Aquarius).
could undergo a radical transformation.
These eclipses, which will span from February 2017
The twelfth house rules institutions and parts of until January 2019, are here to reshape the way you
society that are hidden away, including hospitals, think, speak and present yourself. You could gain
jails and impoverished communities. You may recognition as a thought leader or an influencer
become passionate about an issue related to on social media. Is there a book or a blog in you,
this: reform of the prison system or cutting-edge waiting to hatch? Your message, no matter what
health treatments and clinical trials. Maybe you’ll the medium, could have far-reaching influence in
lead retreats, visit an ashram or spend time at an 2018. Opportunities to build your platform—or
artist’s colony. Going off the grid can lead to major just spontaneously step up to the mic—could come
epiphanies about life and your soul purpose. when you least expect them. Be ready to pitch at a
moment’s notice!
Uranus will be retrograde from August 7, 2018
until January 6, 2019. It will dip back into Aries The saying “think globally, act locally” could
for one final hurrah on November 6, giving you become your mantra in 2018, as the eclipses push
one last chance to clean up your social circles and you to take a more vocal role in your community.
“The saying ‘think globally, act locally’ could become your

mantra in 2018, as the eclipses push you to take a more vocal
role in your community. Maybe you get involved in homegrown
activism or become a voice of change in your neighborhood.”
Maybe you get involved in homegrown activism or Over the next two years, you could buy or sell
become a voice of change in your neighborhood. property, earn passive income and get savvier about
Teaming up with like-minded people around a your nest egg. This first eclipse, the only one from
shared agenda can take your plans to new heights. this grouping in 2018, prompts you to prepare. Start
Keep an eye out for kindred spirits, both in-person by getting all your ducks (and ducats) in a row. If
and virtually. Siblings, neighbors and colleagues you’re the type who never even looks at your bank
could play an important role. balance, make it a weekly practice. Our friend Kate
Northrup, author of Money: A Love Story—which you
While you’re busy becoming a local sensation, cross- should totally put on your summer reading list—
cultural and international synergies can also heat recommends checking it daily, even if it’s negative.
up. You could be tapped as a motivational speaker And if you’ve got a li’l nest egg going, look into
or see your work published. This could be one of ways you can multiply it.
those years that you become “really big in Asia” or
find success in surprising places off the beaten path. This eclipse also helps you start a new habit or
routine. If you’re, say, thinking of going vegan, this
Cancer Solar Eclipse: Money magic. can be a good time to begin the process. The results
July 12 of this eclipse will unfold in the next six months.
You’ll also get a complimentary confidence boost,
Money momentum: Incoming! On July 12, a partial since the second house rules self-worth. u
solar (new moon) eclipse arrives in Cancer, rippling
through your work and finance sector. Eclipses
bring unexpected news designed to wake us up
and inspire big shifts. This could plant the seeds
for a raise, promotion or an entirely new gig. It’s
the very first in a series of eclipses on the Cancer/
Capricorn axis, which will reform your approach
to spending, saving and investing between now and
July 2020.
GEMINI 2018 HOTSPOTS
GEMINI: HOTSPOTS BY MONTH

January: Love Hotspots gratification could lead you to pursue an attraction
that isn’t ultimately healthy. Dating online? Take
January 9: Venus-Pluto meetup things slow with a virtual connection, even if you
Love planet Venus aligns with the transformational chat well into the night and feel an instant click.
dwarf planet in your intimate eighth house, Apply the same caution if you feel sparks with a
sparking some soulful confessions. Spoken with friend. Once you go there, it’s not so easy to undo.
compassion, the truth can set you free—and deepen
your bond. Sizzling but unspoken chemistry could January 16: Capricorn new moon
ignite, possibly with someone a little taboo. Are they This is the beginning of a deep six-month cycle
checking you out…or is it just your imagination? emphasizing intimacy, sex and permanent bonding.
Under this surreptitious alignment, you can’t be It’s a good time for singles to plant the seeds for
certain, but you seem to be picking up signals. You merging or, if you’re attached, to make a fresh start
could meet someone and feel a deep déjà-vu. around trust and connection.
January 11-31: Mercury in Capricorn January 17-February 10: Venus in Aquarius

With communicative Mercury in your intimate Freedom’s just another word for…aphrodisiac?
eighth house for the rest of the month, you could What you’re craving more than anything is
finally have that soul-baring talk, discuss plans independence. Stay open to new options, like
for the future or make things more official. Solid pursuing a cross-cultural attraction or booking
couples may be inspired to look at real estate listings spontaneous travel, especially with the likelihood
or combine funds into a joint account. of some hot romancing!
January 12: Mercury-Saturn meetup January 24: Mercury-Pluto meetup

The communication planet aligned with serious When the communication planet colludes with
Saturn creates the perfect setting to share your penetrating Pluto, it might spark some true
feelings—and perhaps a secret or fantasy you’ve confessions. Be careful who you share with: This is
been keeping to yourself. Honesty is a good policy, a super intense day for bonding through open and
but to keep a little intrigue alive, don’t feel the need honest talk, but not everyone has earned that level
to tell everything. Make sure people have earned of trust.
your trust first.
January 13: Venus-Uranus square The passionate planet kicks off an electrifying tour
You want what you want when you want of your partnership house for the next two months.
it (#GeminiProblems). But seeking instant Couples can bring sexy back to your bond. Start by
resolving not to fight all week. If you can pull it off, January 11-31: Mercury in Capricorn
you’ll enjoy each other’s company more than you Mental Mercury spends the rest of the month in
have in a while. Single? Things could get hot—and your eighth house of wealth and financial planning.
official—fast! It’s a good time to discuss money and joint ventures
or to renegotiate shared initiatives. Keep your focus
long-term, reviewing your projections to make
January: Career Hotspots sure your investments and savings are on the right
January 1: Cancer full moon (supermoon) strategic track.
The year starts with a “money moment,” as this
fiscally-minded full moon reveals steps you can January 16: Capricorn new moon
take to increase your earnings and grow a nest The year’s only new moon in grounded Capricorn
egg. Set intentions for where you’d like to be when and your investment corner can help you plant the
the July 12 Cancer solar eclipse will reveal your seeds for long-range security. Talk to a financial
next major moves. adviser about how you can (safely) be a bit more
aggressive with your investments. An opportunity
January 6: Mercury-Uranus trine that involves passive income, real estate or a joint
Sometimes “hive mind” produces more and venture could develop over the next six months.
better ideas than toiling on your own. You’ll enjoy
working with others today and could land on a January 24: Mercury-Pluto meetup
brilliant idea. Hold a power summit or strategy session today,
keeping things ultra-confidential. Be careful about
January 6: Mars-Jupiter meetup signing anything binding without doing a ton of
You’re in the mood to dream big today, so avoid research first. It’s a great day for joining forces with
the nitty-gritty detail work—it could leave you a power player.
seriously stressed out. Find a way to take care of
your basic duties while saving plenty of time for the January 26-March 17: Mars in Sagittarius
all-important visioning. And whatever happens, be Partnerships can heat up and move quickly into
careful not to bite off more than you can chew. official status over the next two months. You
could feel energized by a creative cohort but also
January 9: Sun-Pluto meetup a little stressed out when they make “demands”
When these two heavyweights align in your instead of suggestions. Let them know how
intensely focused eighth house, you’ll feel your own you feel before resentment builds. Don’t rush
power surge. Don’t dim the light on your strategic into binding contracts, even if you’re pumped
abilities. Those masterful moves could lead the to partner up. Take your time to conduct due
troops to victory today. diligence so you can move forward without any
unanswered questions.
January 28: Mercury-Uranus square February 10-March 6: Venus in Pisces

Don’t share your trade secrets with just anyone, Today kicks off a tender and compassionate four
as people could be flaky or fickle—or worse, steal weeks as the love planet pays her annual visit to
your best ideas. This might be the perfect moment your tenth house of long-range goals. So, what do
to get them to sign a confidentiality agreement. you want for the future, whether with your longtime
Everywhere in your life, protect sensitive data and love or a new (or potential) partner? Knowing is the
update your passwords. first big step toward manifesting it!
January 31-February 17: Mercury in Aquarius February 21: Venus-Neptune meetup

When the quicksilver planet beams into your In the middle of her tour of Pisces and your future-
expansive and adventurous ninth house, you won’t oriented zone, Venus meets up with wistful Neptune,
need encouragement to think outside the box or dialing up the emotions and the fantasy factor.
take a calculated risk on an exciting opportunity. While it’s fine to dream up romantic plans, make
This area rules education, so feed your hungry sure you and the other person are on the same page.
mind with a stimulating class or workshop. Otherwise, you could be in for a bit of a letdown.
January 31: Leo full moon (total lunar eclipse February 25: Venus-Mars square
& supermoon) In the first of this year’s three entanglements
Today’s rare second full moon in January is between the love planets, your romantic plans could
a powerful, potentially game-changing total get derailed. Bellicose Mars could fuel pressure to
eclipse (and supermoon). Because it lands in your commit before you feel ready or spark a fight over
communication house, you’re being invited to something that shouldn’t be an issue in the first
express yourself fully and honestly. Whether in place. Breathe!
person or online, your ideas could go viral, so be
sure you’ve got all your facts straight. February: Career Hotspots
February: Love Hotspots February 10: Sun-Jupiter square
Watch out for FOMO under this star-crossed
February 4: Venus-Jupiter square face-off. Sure, you want to do/see/have more, but
Get the facts before you react. Jumping to you don’t want to rush into something before you
conclusions prematurely could stir up drama. have a plan for managing it. Before you agree to
Avoid being a know-it-all or dishing out unsolicited anything, be sure you have an idea of how it’ll work
advice to your partner. If someone tries to “fix” and, ideally, a competent support team in place.
you, that could be a red flag. What ever happened
to unconditional love? February 13: Mercury-Jupiter square
When supersizer Jupiter faces off with analytical
Mercury, you could overthink things and February 25: Mercury-Neptune meetup
overpromise. You might feel overwhelmed by TMI Your secret weapons at work today are your
or confused by sketchy plans. Really consider what imagination and intuition. Creative visualization
you’re signing on for, since someone might be can help you manifest future plans and goals,
misrepresenting the situation. especially if you’re feeling stymied.
February 15: Aquarius new moon (partial February 28: Mercury-Mars square
solar eclipse) Don’t rush into partnering up or sharing your
Chinese Year of the Dog trade secrets. Mars can spark rash action, but
The new moon—intensified by a partial solar you’ll benefit from taking the time to think things
eclipse—in your ninth house of travel, study and through. Make sure your core needs are met
entrepreneurship sets up a six-month phase of before you team up. If you’re not happy with the
growth. You could get serious about a big startup terms, negotiate!
idea for a startup or explore a return to school.
Today also kicks off the Chinese Year of the Earth
Dog, which is known to be communicative, serious,
loyal and responsible about work. March 1: Venus-Jupiter trine
These two “benefics” (positive planets) form a
February 17-March 6: Mercury in Pisces stabilizing trine, giving a solid structure to your
Mental Mercury blasts into your tenth house of work relationship. If there’s something you’ve been
and public image today, launching an ambitious wanting to say, you’ll have cosmic support today.
new phase. Over the next three weeks, you may Single? Keep your eyes open at work or career-
come up with a strategy for becoming more visible related activities. Romance is in the air!
in your field, or just around the office. If you get the
opportunity to speak publicly, face your fears and March 1: Virgo full moon
do it! Or, just get more vocal in meetings or with The year’s only full moon of its kind falls in your
prospecting clients. Toot your own horn (humbly) a sentimental fourth house, bringing emotions out
little. If you don’t share your achievements with the into the open. It’s okay—encouraged, even—to
world, how will anyone know about them? wear your heart on your sleeve and be vulnerable.
Coupled Geminis may exchange keys, make plans
February 17: Mars-Neptune square to meet each other’s families or have a moment of
Mars gives you the drive to take action, but thanks deep bonding.
to a square with nebulous Neptune, the plan might
not be as viable as it seems. Someone could be March 4: Mercury-Venus meetup
talking a big game but doesn’t have the substance When the communicator of the zodiac teams up
to follow through. Dig deeper, and don’t be afraid with the love planet in romantic Pisces and your
to ask for more solid evidence.
structured tenth house, you’ll want to clarify March 23: Venus-Pluto square
boundaries and expectations with a partner. Are Check in with your emotions today. You might be
you on the same page about the future? Don’t overreacting or simply unaware of how intensely
assume. Make your long-range goals clear, then be you’re coming off. What’s really going on? Do you
prepared to listen to theirs. feel attacked or threatened? Call a time-out before
you say or do something you’ll live to regret.
March 6-31: Venus in Aries
As the love planet sizzles in Aries and your sector March 31-April 24: Venus in Taurus
of friendship and technology, single Geminis might For the next three and a half weeks, the love planet
consider offering a “benefits package” to a platonic will go subterranean as she hunkers down in your
pal, or you could strike up a stimulating online twelfth house of introspection and surrender.
connection. Couples will enjoy socializing more Drop your guard, open your heart and see what
with each other’s friends—or you might need to be happens when you don’t try to force or control
apart a little more to appreciate the time you do things. Dancing with a new partner? Let them
spend together! take the lead!
March 13: Venus-Saturn square March 31: Libra full moon

You may feel pulled in two directions under Oh l’amour! The year’s only full moon in your fifth
today’s bewildering aspect. Structured Saturn in house of glamour, lust and creativity is something to
your “playing for keeps” eighth house is all about celebrate! This could bring a budding connection to
commitment and the future, but the love planet is the next level or inspire you to express your desires
in impulsive Aries and your “keep it light” eleventh or honest feelings toward someone. Vulnerability
house. Better to stall on important decisions and can be a turn-on.
just have fun with friends to distract yourself from
this quandary.
March: Career Hotspots
March 17-May 16: Mars in Capricorn March 2: Mercury-Jupiter trine
Rash and robust Mars jets into your erotic eighth These creative planets align in your grounded,
house for two months, stoking the lusty fires work-oriented houses, inspiring you to go out on a
within. You could lunge into a steamy affair or limb and share some of your original ideas. Don’t
be tempted by forbidden fruit. Since you may hold back now. This mashup may be the first step
not be able to rein your desires in, just be honest toward bringing you more recognition, a wider
with yourself about what you’re getting into. If fanbase or market share.
you’re splitting up, things could get contentious,
especially if you’re dividing up shared property. March 4: Sun-Neptune meetup
Couples could fight about money or sex. Try to The bold Sun and intuitive Neptune blend energies
settle your differences in the bedroom. in your career corner today, adding pizazz and
sparkle to your words. People will be intrigued by March 17: Pisces new moon
what you have to say, so give them the whole story, The year’s only new moon in your career corner
not just the elevator pitch. Not sure how to proceed plants the seeds for a whole new trajectory—if
on a certain project? Close your door, tune in to you’re looking to make a change. If you’re happy
your inner wisdom—and trust what comes! with the status quo, this lunation will kick off a
turbo-charged six-month cycle of professional
March 6-May 13: Mercury in Aries growth and help you set some new goals for the
Your ruler, cerebral Mercury, grooves into your coming year.
teamwork sector. Make the most of this extended
opportunity to forge new professional alliances and March 22-April 15: Mercury retrograde in
“work across the aisle” with people from different Aries
departments or with dissimilar views. If you can Hurry up and wait! Today begins a three-
come to a meeting of the minds, you might come week cycle of delays and confusion involving
up with something totally original and progressive! technology, communication and travel. Your ruler,
mental Mercury, spins into retrograde motion
March 11: Mars-Uranus trine in your group activities sector. Be circumspect
You and a colleague could inspire each other to do about what you share with friends and colleagues.
something a little out of the box today, and knowing Not everyone has the most honorable intentions.
you have each other’s back gives you the confidence Learning to be savvier is one of the great lessons
to give it a serious shot. Teamwork will make the of this period.
dream work today!
March 24: Sun-Mars square
March 11: Mercury-Saturn square Who’s the boss? If you’re not, back down from your
You’re eager to try something new and untested, but insistence about…everything. You may have gotten
you may bang up against closed-minded resistance a little carried away with your ideas (however
from an associate or higher-up who insists on hard brilliant they are). While it’s important to stand up
data before green-lighting this experiment. If you for yourself, consider it a red flag when you veer
feel strongly, fight for it—strategically, of course. into obsessive, dictatorial territory.
March 13: Sun-Jupiter trine March 29: Sun-Saturn square

The expressive Sun in your career zone gets a If you feel yourself putting up the steel bars of your
unanimous vote of confidence from expansive inner defense system, look at what’s causing that.
Jupiter in your productive sixth house, giving you Are you truly under attack, or could some old fears
exactly the support you need to tackle a big new around trust be raising their head? During this a
project. Do you need some more hands on deck? one-day transit, it might be better to not engage
Let people know what you’re working on; they with anyone until you sort things out.
might climb over one another to sign on!
April: Love Hotspots it could be a power play. And check in with yourself.
If you’re the one attempting an emotionally
April 2: Mars-Saturn meetup manipulative move, stop yourself in your tracks.
Self-discipline is called for today, but it may be
in short supply as impulsive Mars teams up with April 17: Venus-Pluto trine
restrained Saturn in your eighth house of intimacy There’s nothing casual about today’s vibes. Venus
and seduction. You may feel like you have to scratch in your subterranean zone aligns with smoldering
that itch, but if you’re playing the long game, it’s Pluto in your eighth house of intimacy. You might
better to hold out a bit. For couples, strong emotions feel compelled to bring up unfulfilled emotional
could test your bond—and ultimately strengthen it. needs or initiate a conversation about making
If a chronic issue comes to a head, you might not things more official. Single? Stay open to different
be able to work this out yourselves. It may be worth types. An appealing suitor might pursue you with
a few sessions with a therapist. big talk and fast moves.
April 7: Venus-Saturn trine April 24-May 19: Venus in Gemini

You may get your wish today, as the love planet joins Get ready for a romantic power surge! The love
forces with structured Saturn in your eighth house planet embarks on her annual trek through your
of sex and intimacy. In a LTR? Don’t try to do all sign, imbuing you with magnetic sex appeal. Don’t
the heavy lifting by yourself. Allow your partner to let it go to your head, though. If you’ve got a
support you emotionally. Under this serious starmap, partner, be sure to keep strong the ties that bind.
you could discuss serious stuff—engagement, moving
in together, big financial decisions—in a way that April 26: Mars-Pluto meetup
feels bonding, not daunting. It’s a hot and heavy day—and that’s putting it
mildly. When these two intense, lusty planets align
April 11: Venus-Mars trine in your erotic eighth house, some serious chemistry
Today has the potential to be one of the most is sure to get fired up!
romantic days of the year. Can you feel the love?
If you can’t, tune in. If you can, go deeper! The April 29: Sun-Saturn trine
cosmic paramours, Venus and Mars, are aligned in “Casual” could get serious today, as the ego-
your most emotional, intuitive houses. It’s safe to let driven Sun aligns with commitment-minded
your guard down and bask in the glow of someone Saturn. Single? Let your friends play matchmaker,
else’s affection. and don’t second-guess their choices until you
give ‘em a chance. Attached? Find a social group
April 17: Venus-Jupiter opposition or charitable organization that speaks to both of
Codependent interactions aren’t always obvious, your hearts.
so stay on your guard today. With these planets at
odds, somebody may act like they want to help, but
April: Career Hotspots thinkers and doers. You’d be honored to be a part

of their organization, but be patient! Give yourself
April 1: Sun-Mercury meetup six months to see what your synergy can create.
Take command in a group setting by speaking your
mind or championing a worthy cause. Your words April 18: Sun-Uranus meetup
carry a lot of weight today, and a powerful message Good teams allow people to let their unique
you post could go viral. Need a testimonial or talents shine. Turn up your light even as you work
reference? Ask your well-connected allies to write collectively on a project that can better the world.
one for you.
April 25: Mercury-Saturn square
April 2: Mars-Saturn meetup You might feel alone even though you’re surrounded
Slow down if you catch yourself rushing into a by team members today. If you feel out of step or
financial deal or joint venture. While you don’t as if people don’t get the direction you’re going
want to miss out on a solid opportunity, acting in, perhaps it’s a sign that you haven’t thoroughly
impulsively would be foolish (and potentially hashed out your ideas, and more research or due
expensive). Gather the facts as quickly as you can; diligence is needed before you can seal the deal.
then choose wisely.
April 26: Mars-Pluto meetup
April 4: Mercury-Mars square Today is ideal for strategy sessions and tactical
Don’t expect to see eyeball-to-eyeball with everyone moves. Strike with precision and impeccable
today, Gemini. Your ruler, cerebral Mercury, is timing! You might form a powerful alliance or team
retrograde, which can muddle a group project. You up with a well-connected person who can usher you
can always agree to disagree, but find out if you even into an elite and influential circle.
share any of the same long-term goals.
April 11: Sun-Pluto square The only Scorpio full moon of the year lands
There’s strength in numbers, but also the potential in your sixth house of work, service and helpful
for discord and dissent. Under this shadowy square, people. Have you been carrying too much of
you may discover that someone on your team has the load yourself ? Delegating or outsourcing
ulterior motives or is only acting out of self-interest. to the right person could be a wise investment.
If you feel held back by a group, focus on your own Over the next few weeks, focus on decluttering and
work or personal contributions. reorganizing. You’ll be more productive as a result.
April 15: Aries new moon

This new moon in your collaborative eleventh
house connects you to a group of innovative
May: Love Hotspots May 16: Mars-Uranus square

Serendipity is your new favorite word, as
May 7: Venus-Neptune square unexpected connections develop and your attempts
Looking for love in all the wrong places? Today, at manifesting hit pay dirt. Keep on paying attention
Venus in your sign faces off with dreamy Neptune to those “coincidental” signs from the universe—
in your future-oriented tenth house. Are you they’re telling you something! But don’t be too
trying to fit a square peg into a round hole? If quick to interpret or act on them. You’re prone to
you don’t have the same expectations, you could making rash moves in the heat of passion (or anger)
wind up hurt. And think twice about an office under this fast-moving aspect.
attraction. If it doesn’t pan out, how will you
handle the awkwardness? May 19-June 13: Venus in Cancer
Solid as a rock! That’s how you’ll feel when the love
May 15: Taurus new moon planet grooves into your grounded second house
It’s time to move on—but first, what do you need for nearly a month. In affairs of the heart (and the
to release? Today’s new moon in your house of wallet), you’ll be craving more certainty. Treat your
closure and healing supports you in shutting S.O. or a hot prospect to a bit of luxury, and let
one door so a better one can open. Ask for yourself be taken on more fancy, upscale dates.
forgiveness—or accept an apology—to clear the
air. Then get on with your life. May 25: Mercury-Pluto trine
You could be rolling in the deep with a new
May 15: Uranus in Taurus (until November 6) or true-blue partner under this depth-defying
This is Day One of a major planetary shift that is mashup. Open up and be prepared to share—
in effect until 2026. Transformative Uranus will be or learn—something that’s known by only a few
helping you understand your own emotions and people (if any).
inner life—but remember, this is a process, not
something you can accomplish overnight. May 26: Venus-Saturn opposition
A little caution goes a long way. Under this guarded
May 16-August 12: Mars in Aquarius face-off, you could wittingly (or not) erect a self-
Passionate Mars ziplines into your “try anything protective barrier with your beloved or a new
once (twice if you like it)” ninth house. You’ll get prospect. Or just as you’re ready to open up a bit,
an extra-long power surge in this area because the you feel like you’re being ghosted. Be slow to merge
red planet is retrograde for much of the summer. financial resources under this restrained aspect.
This house also rules adventure and travel, so
don’t be surprised if you embark on a long- May 29: Sagittarius full moon
distance relationship. The year’s only full moon in your partnership house
could bring a budding connection to a peak, or an
ongoing union could finally reach a tipping point.
Before you take your next step, check in with your or sharpen your visualization skills. Someone in
heart: Are you ready to go all in? Single Geminis your inner circle may have hidden motives, so keep
could meet someone with long-term potential, so confidential information to yourself.
let your desires be known.
May: Career Hotspots Acknowledge the efforts of your work team, but
get ready to move onto something bigger and
May 7: Mercury-Pluto square more personally rewarding. Today, Mercury and
People aren’t being upfront, things may not be what Uranus exit Aries and your collaboration zone and
they seem, and you could get sucked into a power move into Taurus. Uranus will stay here for eight
struggle over something you thought was resolved. years, during which time you’ll get increasingly
Be careful what you reveal, especially online. comfortable expressing your unique ideas.
Update passwords and strengthen security settings
to protect important data. May 16-August 12: Mars in Aquarius
The passionate planet beams into your visionary
May 8: Sun-Jupiter opposition zone for an extended visit. This is the time to take
Don’t call for a slick sales pitch today. Someone risks, plot some daring, expansive moves, and go
could be painting a picture that’s way rosier than big. You may do a lot of exciting travel during
the reality, and under this optimistic mashup, you’ll this time, and could take on long-distance clients
want to buy into it. But seeing is believing, so take or projects that are associated with the media,
off the filtered lenses and have a clear-eyed look. publishing or education.
May 11: Sun-Pluto trine May 16: Mars-Uranus square

With the ego-supporting Sun aligned with Shift into an abundance mindset instead one of
penetrating Pluto, you can’t not speak from the scarcity. There’s enough of everything to go around
heart. People will rally around your candor and (and then some). If someone on your work team
integrity today, so if you start to lose your nerve, or in your inner circle starts acting competitive
look to them to reinforce your courage. or is unwilling to share their info, rise above their
petty machinations.
May 13-29: Mercury in Taurus
This next month and a half is a time to turn inward May 18: Mercury-Saturn trine
and take stock of your inner workings. With the Solidify your creative ideas by putting them into
cerebral planet in your foggy yet creative twelfth a plan. A little structure will give your intuition
house, you won’t have your usual gift of gab, and a matrix to work within. You could be guided to
may find it hard to organize your thoughts. This make an important move, so listen to your inner
is a better time to develop a meditation practice voice. A conversation with an experienced person
or a mentor may help clarify your path.
May 23: Mercury-Jupiter opposition

Think, plan, research—but don’t take action today
June: Love Hotspots
if you can help it. This muddling aspect can hatch June 1: Venus-Jupiter trine
grandiose yet impractical ideas. You’ll overshoot With the positive “benefic” planets in a harmonious
the mark or try for too much too soon. angle, you’ll feel the love today! You might be
inspired to perform a random act of kindness
May 23: Sun-Mars trine or give your beloved (or someone you adore) a
Your cerebral sign is usually a mental step ahead meaningful gift.
of everyone else, so if something is on the tip of
your tongue, say it without worrying what others June 2: Venus-Neptune trine
will think. Mars gives you the confidence to step The hits keep coming! Today’s loving embrace
boldly into the spotlight. of Venus and enchantress Neptune dials up your
compassion and capacity for empathy. One of the
May 25: Jupiter-Neptune trine nicest things you can do for someone you care
This is the second in a trio of rare trines (the first about is to just listen and not try to “solve” or “fix”
was December 2017; the last comes on August 19) anything.
in which expansive Jupiter sends a supportive beam
to compassionate Neptune in your career corner. June 5: Venus-Pluto opposition
Anything you do that has the potential to better Passive-aggressive much? You might not realize
the world can enrich both your life and your bank what you’re doing until someone points out that
account. Service is a two-way street, so be sure to you’re acting contrarian about…pretty much
acknowledge those who’ve helped you; one day you everything. Before you do real damage to an
may be in a position to return the favor. important relationship, take a look at your head-
trippy behavior—and change it!
May 29-June 12: Mercury in Gemini
When your ruling planet visits your sign every year, June 13-July 9: Venus in Leo
it’s the perfect time to express your deepest dreams When the love planet makes her annual sojourn
and most original ideas. Don’t overthink it; just through your communication corner, the greatest
trust that it’ll come out right. aphrodisiac will be stimulating conversation! A
meeting of the minds could lead to a uniting of
May 29: Sagittarius full moon the hearts. Single Geminis might meet someone
It’s a great day to advance partnerships, ink a at a local venue, so spend more time in your own
deal or make an alliance official. Teaming up with ‘hood!
others takes your efforts further. A joint endeavor
could reach a turning point, with you either parting
ways or celebrating a shared victory.

You want security and excitement? That’s a
tall order. Before you do anything potentially June 1: Mercury-Mars trine
regrettable, consider that this might be a sign that Slow down! Sure, you’re all revved about something,
you’re not happy with the status quo. but you may be promising too much and moving
too fast. Give your mind (and mouth) a rest today.
June 21: Venus-Mars opposition At the very least, keep everything in the realm of
You’re feeling something—but is it love or lust? You blue-sky possibilities and don’t rush to act on those
may be torn between taking your sweet old time and brainstorms.
speeding up the process. Explore the possibilities and
you’ll know what to do soon enough. June 7: Sun-Neptune square
When hazy Neptune in your career corner
June 25: Venus-Jupiter square squares the self-assured Sun in your sign, you
When expansive Jupiter stretches the love planet’s could experience a crisis of confidence. What you
field of vision, you might feel overwhelmed by too thought was rock-solid may turn out to be totally
many options. It’s a nice problem to have, but it unrealistic. People can flake out—or disappear—
can make it hard to commit to one person. Don’t without so much as a word of explanation, leaving
obsess on something your partner says. That will you holding the bag.
only make both of you crazy!
June 12-29: Mercury in Cancer
June 26-August 27: Mars retrograde When the cosmic messenger wings into your second
Mars backtracks through Aquarius and your risk- house of work and money, you’re holding all the
taking ninth house until August 12, then retreats cards when it comes to negotiating, pitching new
into cautious Capricorn and your intimate eighth prospects or making a big ask. This is a good couple
house for the duration. Don’t rush into—or out of— of weeks to review your budget and priorities.
anything until after August 27. Scale back plans that
have become unmanageable, and keep both eyes on June 13: Gemini new moon
your money. If you’ve rushed into anything serious, Happy (personal) New Year! The year’s only new
you might take a step back and pace yourself. moon in your sign heralds a time for new starts and
hitting “refresh” on anything that hasn’t achieved
June 28: Capricorn full moon liftoff yet. No point looking back. Keep your eyes and
This earthily sensual full moon in your intimacy your focus on what lies ahead, and feel empowered
zone blows the lid off your deepest desires. You may to pursue your most prized solo ventures.
not be able to keep your feelings, or fantasies, to
yourself. So why not go for it? That could lead to June 26-August 27: Mars retrograde
one of the sexiest days—and nights—of the year. When the action planet shifts into reverse, it’s time
to slow your own forward motion. Are you dreaming This is a good four-week phase for making plans to
a little too big? This is your “going back to the drawing meet families, moving in together or thinking about
board” opportunity, so take a clear-eyed look at your welcoming a baby.
plans to see where you might benefit from scaling back
or buying yourself a little more time. July 11: Venus-Uranus trine
You could drop your emotional guard spontaneously,
June 27: Sun-Saturn opposition perhaps even sharing a deep, dark secret. Seeking
It’s financial reality-check time! Serious, structured love? You might meet a fantasy-sparking soulmate
Saturn sends a tough-love beam to the optimistic type out of the blue.
Sun, shedding undeniable light on where you’ve
miscalculated monetarily. It’s discouraging, yet July 14: Venus-Saturn trine
also important to know that, with some new fiscal Solid relationships can survive the occasional swells
responsibility, you can pay down debt and start of stormy seas, so don’t hit the panic button if
saving for those desired big purchases. you’ve been on the outs lately. This trine between
grounded Saturn and loving Venus creates the
June 28: Capricorn full moon perfect opportunity to hug it out—and talk it out, if
A major alliance could come to fruition under this one of you feels it’s essential. Otherwise, let bygones
grounded moon. You may close a deal, ink a joint be bygones.
venture or make a savvy long-term investment.
With your eighth house of property activated, real July 24: Venus-Neptune opposition
estate and legal matters will be in the spotlight over Under this emotionally foggy aspect, you may feel
the coming few months. confused or misled in a relationship, so hold off
making any life-altering decisions today. One (or
June 29-September 5: Mercury in Leo both) of you might be acting out of old wounds
Thanks to a retrograde from July 26 to August 19, without realizing it.
you’ll have an extra-long period of hosting your
celestial ruler in your innovative, expressive third July 27: Venus-Pluto trine
house. Get your ideas out of your head and onto Go deep in the name of love today. You can take a
the table, where you can begin to turn them into union to a whole new level by sharing from the heart.
a reality.

July: Love Hotspots
July 9-August 6: Venus in Virgo It’ll be easy to criticize or act like an annoying
Your nostalgic side comes out full force this summer. know-it-all, but rein yourself in. Under this tricky
Open your heart; let your sensitive, sentimental transit, there’s likely to be information you aren’t
side out. Ready for a next move with your S.O.?
aware of. Lead with compassion. You yourself July 12: Cancer new moon (partial solar
might be feeling extra sensitive, so don’t go soliciting eclipse)
feedback. Chances are, you’ll be a little too thin- This annual event could bring some exciting money
skinned to hear it right now. news, a job offer or a fresh approach to fiscal security.
Over the coming six months, you may turn your
July 5: Sun-Jupiter trine finances around, change careers or launch a side
Nothing wrong with a paycheck, but you need to business that creates a nicely flowing revenue stream.
know that, on some level, your work is improving
people’s lives and giving some significance to yours. July 25: Sun-Uranus square
If it’s not, is there another way you could find that You may be tempted to fire off an angry email or
kind of fulfillment? give someone an unedited piece of your mind,
but hold your stallions. Uranus is prompting rash
July 8: Sun-Neptune trine action, but since it’s squaring the Sun in your
This is a powerful day for manifesting—especially communication corner, you could wind up eating
involving work or partnerships that can actually make those words in the not-so-distant future. Go ahead
a difference in people’s lives. What can you do with and put it in writing—just don’t dream of actually
your own money that gives back or pays it forward? sending that feisty proclamation!
July 9: Mercury-Jupiter square July 26-August 19: Mercury retrograde in

There’s a reason they say “keep it simple.” When Leo
you veer into overanalysis (like today), you truly lose Here we go again! Messenger Mercury, ruler
sight of the big picture. Wherever you are, hit pause of expression and technology, kicks off a three-
and reframe your perspective. No sense moving week backspin, this time through Leo and your
forward without a clear mindset. communication house. You could pull your hair
out—or you may take it as a divine signal to
July 12: Sun-Pluto opposition practice patience and become more cautious about
There’s potentially a lot of money to be made in a what you say or put in writing.
joint deal but also a lot of risk. Under this shadowy
sync-up, someone may be withholding information July 27: Aquarius full moon (total lunar
or misrepresenting the facts. Be slow to react to eclipse)
proposals and get all of the facts first. Then take a Ideas and projects you’ve been working on for the
few days to think things over before responding. Do past six months could come to fruition now. This
you sense a power struggle brewing? Move to the “full-circle” full moon rewards hard work and can
sidelines and regroup. catapult you to the next level. La luna in your ninth
house of travel, education and entrepreneurship,
might help you make a bold change to pursue
one (or more) of these areas. Take a gamble on a August 12-September 10: Mars in Capricorn
stimulating initiative and follow your bliss. The red-hot planet retreats into Capricorn for
the rest of its retrograde, going direct (forward)
July 27: Sun-Mars opposition here on August 27. While the cosmic provocateur
Hold your fire, Gemini! Someone might get your is in your eighth house of intense emotions, you
ire up, but that doesn’t give you permission to go may spend time processing some deep-seated
off on them. Bellicose Mars is primed for a fight, issues that involve trust and intimacy. If you’re in
but unless you’re willing to totally cut ties with this a relationship, conflicts could erupt simply by your
person, distract yourself, redirect and revisit the partner looking at you wrong. Watch your temper,
situation in another day or so, when cooler heads and if you do go mano a mano, make sure you
will prevail. fight fair!
August 25: Sun-Saturn trine

August: Love Hotspots This isn’t about what he said or she said. Trying
August 6-September 9: Venus in Libra to explain or rationalize your feelings will get you
Feeling hot, hot, hot! Enjoy this sultry spell of nowhere fast. Instead, dig in deeper and just share
hosting demonstrative Venus in your flirty and what’s in your heart, however messily it comes out.
passionate fifth house. Whether or not you’re
spoken for, this five-week phase could be the August 26: Venus-Pluto square
highlight of your romantic year. Keep it light and breezy? Good luck with that.
With manipulative Pluto in the mix, you’re more
August 7: Venus-Mars trine interested in revenge of the “going for the jugular”
When the love planets hook up, you’re sure to do variety. But that’s a slippery slope. Can you vent
the same. This is a super-lucky day for romancing, to a friend or your journal and not approach
and possibly in a surprising way. Single friends may this person until tomorrow, when the heat of the
become lovers, partners could part ways amicably moment passes? Try.
and become friends—or take things to an exciting
new level. August 27: Mars retrograde ends
Can we get an amen? The passionate planet
August 9: Venus-Saturn square concludes his frustrating two-month retrograde
You may feel conflicted in your love life under that began June 26. Now he’s back in fifth gear,
this uneasy face-off. The Venus side wants to flirt motoring forward in your sexy and erotic eighth
and reveal your true feelings, but cautious Saturn house. Here Mars will do what he does best—
is pulling back on the reins—hard. Ask yourself: crank up the heat in your love life—but watch out!
What’s the best and most honest way to get your With more fiery intensity comes an uptick in anger,
romantic needs met? jealousy and possessiveness.
August: Career Hotspots August 12-September 10: Mars in Capricorn

Woo-hoo! Driven Mars returns to your eighth
August 2: Mars-Uranus square house of investments and shared finances, giving
It’s hard to “expect” the unexpected, but under you the get-up-and-go to earn more and make
today’s wildly unpredictable skies, that’s the only your money work harder for you. Just one catch:
way to roll. The good news for you is that this Mars is retrograde until August 27, which can
cosmic clash will shake up your imagination—in create tension and conflict around those joint
a good way. Trust ideas that come from out of ventures. Avoid doing anything impulsive or
the blue. These cosmic downloads are definitely without consensus.
worth exploring.
August 19: Jupiter-Neptune trine
August 6: Sun-Jupiter square Expansive Jupiter forms the third in a trio of rare
Just when you thought it was safe to go back in the trines to compassionate Neptune in your career
water…“someone” starts blowing hot air and/or corner. (The first was on December 2, 2017; the
making promises they can’t keep. People may be second was on May 25.) Work is about so much
thin-skinned and quick to criticize, yet unwilling (or more than a paycheck and now, inspired by this
unable) to look at themselves. The best way to stay transcendent alignment, you may seek out projects
out of the fray is to keep a low profile—and your that serve humankind. Show your appreciation for
opinions to yourself. the support “staff” in your life who are as responsible
for your success and sense of satisfaction as anyone.
Take a cue from the late beat poet Allen Ginsberg, August 26: Pisces full moon
who succinctly said, “First thought, best thought.” This annual event inspires you to raise the bar
Too much analysis will tie you up in knots and make on your goals and really go for the gold (silver
reaching a decision impossible. and bronze just won’t do it!). This full moon in
your ambitious tenth house could bring a huge
August 11: Leo new moon (partial solar opportunity or recognition. If your present
professional path isn’t fulfilling enough, you’ll have
eclipse)
the courage to make a bold change.
A potent new moon that’s also a solar eclipse spurs
some major changes in your social sphere. You
won’t be caught sitting around trying to figure out August 27: Mars retrograde ends
what to do next. You could get deeply involved in Long-term finances, especially shared ventures, have
a worthwhile cause or spearhead a local cultural been especially trying, either moving too quickly
event. Stay open to “random conversations”; you (hello, meltdown!) or stalled in a holding pattern.
never know where they’ll lead! This may have led to chronic low-grade (or intense)
stress. But now that competitive Mars is moving
forward, the challenges should finally clear up.
August 28: Mercury-Jupiter square September 9: Virgo new moon

Time for a do-over? This is a repeat performance This annual event, which lands in your emotional
of these two superstars’ mashup, but this time, fourth house, can make your home and family the
communicator Mercury is not retrograde, which center of your attention for the coming six months.
could make for an easier time. Still, you’re full Some Geminis might embark on a sensitive and
of fiery feelings, and if you’re not careful, your sentimental new chapter—or up and move long-
strong opinions might land you in some seriously distance for love. Soon you could be exchanging
hot water. keys, talking babies or just opening up about your
feelings a little more.
September: Love Hotspots September 10-November 15: Mars in

September 7: Mercury-Uranus trine Aquarius
This is an auspicious day to speak openly about your Lusty Mars makes its second trip this year through
feelings or to forgive and move on already. Someone your adventurous and worldly ninth house—this
close to you could offer helpful words of wisdom. time, for a retrograde-free journey. A cross-cultural
You may realize that it’s better to offer a dose of attraction could heat up or you could meet someone
compassion than a serving of tough love. Doing so while traveling, studying or doing something way
might make a big difference for your bond. out of your comfort zone.
September 8: Venus-Mars square September 11: Sun-Pluto trine

With the love planets on the outs today, your The intense meetup of these deep-diving planets
emotions could be a little raw and right on the in the most vulnerable and private parts of your
surface. It won’t take much for your feelings to get chart encourages you to reveal more of your true
hurt, so keep a low profile, and whatever you do, feelings and share from the heart. People don’t love
don’t pick a fight with your S.O. or love interest. you because you’re “perfect”; they’re attracted to
your authentic, human, vulnerable side. Connect
September 9-October 31: Venus in Scorpio from there.
The love goddess arrives in your sixth house of
wellness and organization for an extra-long spell September 12: Venus-Uranus opposition
thanks to a retrograde that begins on October Under these unpredictable skies, you could
5. During this time, you might decide to simplify receive some surprising information that might
your life and try to be sensible about love. Single cause you to react impulsively or retreat in
Geminis could meet someone through healthy confusion. Not knowing where you stand can be
pursuits. Couples may adopt a pet or start working more disruptive and destabilizing than getting
out together more regularly. bad but clear news. Avoid doing anything
irreversible or trying to manipulate others to get
a firmer footing.
September 18: Mars-Uranus square September 7: Sun-Neptune opposition

When these rash, headstrong planets butt heads Newsflash: There is a line between your professional
for the third time, there’s no telling what you might and personal lives, and no matter how blurry
get into. Before you do anything too dramatic— nebulous Neptune can make it, it’s up to you to set
like act on a sketchy or clandestine attraction—try some boundaries and then enforce them. If you’re
to project into the future and imagine the worst- spending more time at work or with your colleagues
case-scenario consequences. than your loved ones, hit the refresh button. You
may need to assert yourself a few times until it sinks
September 21-October 9: Mercury in Libra in, but eventually the powers that be will get it. (The
From your passionate, romantic fifth house, the question is: Will you?)
communication planet offers a fashion tip: Wear
your heart on your sleeve. You shouldn’t stuff down September 10-November 15: Mars in
your desires or hide your feelings now—nor will Aquarius
you be able to! The red planet returns for a second (this time,
retrograde-free) trip through your expansive ninth
September 25: Sun-Saturn square house. It’s time to get your ticket punched for a ride
Is someone getting too close too fast? The on the indie business train! Ambitious Mars here
expressive Sun in your romance house clashes can also spark a return to education or send you
with cautious Saturn. If you feel like a new love packing your bags on a dream trip or dabbling
interest is trying to overstep a boundary, say in publishing. For the next two months, the world
something. Or you may be concerned that a really does feel like your oyster!
budding relationship isn’t getting off the ground
quickly enough. Patience, Gemini! Enjoy the September 18: Mars-Uranus square
sweet, slow buildup. Regardless of what happens, Honesty is a good policy, but speaking too bluntly
you won’t get to experience that again! could provoke a passive-aggressive backlash. Keep
your more incendiary opinions to yourself or be
September: Career Hotspots prepared to deal with hotheaded explosions and
people taking their issues out on you.
With your ruling planet jetting through your September 24: Aries full moon
sensitive fourth house, you should feel free to express The full moon illuminates your teamwork zone,
your feelings more openly and lead with your heart signaling that a group project could hit a tipping
instead of your head. If you need to make a big ask point or reach a successful finale. Aries brings new
or lead a pitch meeting, use creativity and emotion beginnings, so you might be parting ways with one
to be persuasive instead of bone-dry facts. crew and moving on to a new one.
“Cerebral Mercury, ruler of communication, wings into

your orderly and detail-minded sixth house. This is a
brilliant three-week phase to get your life in order. “
September 27: Sun-Mars trine October 8: Libra new moon

Go big or go home! This action-oriented This annual event in your courtship corner
alignment is perfect for launching a bold initiative offers the chance for a fresh start in love. Give
or doing anything that takes guts. A calculated some different types a fair shot this time around.
risk will shine a light on a part of your personality Attached? Put more effort into dressing up and
you don’t always show. You’ll be able to express going out together. You may not think it makes a
yourself with confidence and charisma, so put difference, but watch. Couples who are trying to
your personal stamp on that visionary project and conceive could have luck, as this new moon falls in
shop it around. your fertility house.
October: Love Hotspots October 9-31: Mercury in Scorpio

Cerebral Mercury, ruler of communication,
October 2: Mercury-Pluto square wings into your orderly and detail-minded sixth
You might have the urge to merge, but for your house. This is a brilliant three-week phase to
own protection, don’t reveal your whole hand to get your life in order. Attack those chores and
someone until they’ve earned your trust. Be mindful admin tasks that you’ve been putting off, as well
of what you say—and how you say it—to avoid as anything that requires an eagle eye. It’s also a
accidentally poking sensitive spots and provoking good time to check your financial accounts and
unnecessary drama. do some project management.
October 5-November 16: Venus retrograde October 10: Venus-Mars square

The love planet reverses course in Scorpio until Can you resist anything but temptation, Gemini?
October 31 before retreating into Libra and your You might need to lock yourself up today, as the
romance corner, where it can disrupt the harmony enticing vibes are strong, and emotions could be
between you and your amour du jour. Don’t let hard to get a handle on. You could be enticed to
emotions get out of control, especially your anger. explore an attraction, even though one (or both)
This backflip may bring the return of an ex. of you might not be available. Careful!
Remind yourself of all the reasons you’re no longer
together! Or, if you give it another go, explore with October 12: Sun-Pluto square
the utmost caution. You could be minding your own business when—
wham!—a power struggle erupts. Is someone
overstepping their bounds? If you’re the one whose

emotions are out of control, look deep beneath the
October: Career Hotspots
surface. What you think is bothering you may not October 2: Mercury-Pluto square
be even close to what’s really going on. Discretion, please! With shadowy Pluto clashing
with the communication planet, be extra cautious
October 24: Taurus full moon about what you say. Hold some (if not all) of
This once-a-year major event lands in your twelfth your cards close to your vest. People may be far
house of fantasy, closure and healing and could more calculating than they seem, so feel out their
trigger some strong feelings. Solid couples might intentions before you reveal yours.
feel closer as a result, but this may be the nail in the
coffin for unstable unions. October 10: Mercury-Uranus opposition
It’ll be easy to blurt under this loose-lipped face-
October 31: Venus-Uranus opposition off, but resist! It’s essential that you think before you
Uncertainty can be harder to deal with than a speak, because a slip of the tongue could be costly.
challenging situation because you don’t know where Stay focused and conscious: Conversations may
you stand. This tough face-off could cause you to become upsetting quickly, with people lashing out
act impulsively or in a controlling way, but check and making critical, mean-spirited remarks. Don’t
in with yourself to see if this is just triggering some stoop to their level!
old fears. Talk it out with a friend or therapist—
anything to avoid doing something regrettable. October 19: Mercury-Neptune trine
Bring some heart and soul to the office—but stay
October 31-December 2: Venus in Libra focused on what needs to get done! It’s possible to
And she’s back! Affectionate Venus reprises her be compassionate and still hold others accountable.
August visit to your passionate fifth house, giving Speak softly and carry a big checklist.
you a rare second chance with someone that didn’t
work out the first time around. Maybe you both October 24: Sun-Uranus opposition
had some growing up to do, or one of you wasn’t Good luck trying to bring order to the Gemini
available. Now you can give it a fair shot. Attached? court. Attempts to keep things under control may
This is an opportunity to work through some of not amount to much as others’ hidden agendas
the “same old” conflicts with a fresh approach. come to light and disrupt your best-laid plans. It’s
Dial down the drama and explore those lusty not going to be easy, but today your job is to strike
longings with both eyes open, though. Venus is still the right balance between power and surrender,
retrograde until November 16, which could bring a even if that means vacillating between them.
couple more bumpy spots.
October 29: Mercury-Jupiter meetup
Bring your most stupefying problems to the table
today. Under this genius-making mashup, your
mind is razor-sharp. Don’t waste it on Sudoku and relationship house before reversing into Scorpio
social media; turn instead to strategic big-picture and your health zone on December 1. This isn’t
planning and visioning. the best time to talk through any conflicts you’re
experiencing with a partner, as you might be at
November: Love Hotspots cross-purposes. Tensions mount, pouring fuel on

the fire. Wait it out. After December 6, it’ll be much
November 8, 2018–December 2, 2019: easy to express yourself !
The thrill is back! Today marks the beginning of a November 16: Venus retrograde ends
super-fabulously lucky love year, as expansive Jupiter Right as the communication planet starts its
takes the first step of its 13-month trek through your backspin, harmonizer Venus ends hers. Since
seventh house of committed partnerships. This November 5, the love planet has been loopy,
lovely transit brings positive, extensive energy to which may have sparked drama or discord
every kind of alliance, from creative to professional in your personal life. Hopefully, her direct
to romantic! (forward) turn will balance out some of the
Mercury mayhem, and help you get back on the
same harmonious page.
November 9: Venus-Mars trine
Under this magnificent meetup of the cosmic
lovers, your heart is overflowing with passion and November 26: Sun-Jupiter meetup
optimism. Vixen Venus proffers the charisma to It’s dynamic duo time! The generous Sun swings into
attract a suitable suitor, and Mars gives the drive to its only conjunction of the year with lucky Jupiter
pursue back! Attached? Start planning your dream in your seventh house of committed relationships.
adventure or vacation. If you’ve been thinking about teaming up with
someone for work or creative purposes, this is one
giant, cosmic green light. Romantically, it’s even
November 15: Mars in Pisces
more exciting. If you’re unattached, stay open to
Blast off! You’re on the fast track to making a
very different types. You can meet someone who,
commitment official or locking down a future plan.
despite cultural differences, really gets you, and
With Mars revving up the pace, you could feel
it’s thrilling. Coupled up? Do something special
pressure to seal a deal or agree to something before
tonight, something that has a sentimental meaning
you’re 100 percent ready. Examine your resistance:
for you.
Do you truly feel rushed, or might that be some
legitimate fears cropping up?
November 30: Venus-Uranus opposition
Are you or someone close to you playing mind games?
So frustrating! One minute it’s all “come closer”; the
retrograde
next you feel like a ghost. Sit this round out, and wait
Communicator Mercury begins its retreat in your
till this distancing transit passes tomorrow.
November: Career Hotspots November 19: Mars-Jupiter square

You could hit a roadblock on your race to the top. It
November 6, 2017–March 7, 2019: Uranus may slow you down or force you to take a different
in Aries route, but it’s not going to stop you. You know exactly
As the unpredictable planet reverse-commutes into where you want to go, so stay focused on the goal
Aries and your eleventh house of group activity and don’t worry about a couple minor impasses.
(before departing for good next March), your
inner circle gets one last makeover. This zone rules November 23: Gemini full moon
technology, making this a perfect time to revamp The year’s only full moon in your sign arrives like
your social media image. a half-birthday present. This once-a-year event
lands in your first house of self, solo ventures and
November 7: Scorpio new moon assertiveness. It’s a powerful day, and as it shines the
You can really home in on the nitty-gritty during spotlight on you, give ‘em all something to talk about!
this annual event that spotlights your sixth house of
work, service and organization. Stop believing you
have to do everything yourself ! It may finally be time
December: Love Hotspots
to get a wiz-kid intern or outsource the least exciting December 2: Venus in Scorpio
yet time-consuming parts of your work. When the love planet saunters into your sixth
house—where she’ll stay for the rest of the year—
November 8, 2018–December 2, 2019: your attention turns to the areas associated with
Jupiter in Sagittarius that sector, especially wellness and service. You’ll
Bring on the powerful partnerships! Teaming take delight in helping others and being more of
up with like-minded (or way more skillful and a giver than a receiver. Couples may get inspired
connected) people is your new formula for success. to eat cleaner and greener and do more outdoorsy
With expansive Jupiter kicking off a 13-month tour things together. Single? You could meet someone at
of your collaboration corner, there’s no telling yoga or doing volunteer work.
what you can accomplish when you merge your
superpowers. Gemini, you could finally find your December 5: Sun-Neptune square
Wonder Twin. Let that be music to your ears! Looks (and desires) can be deceiving under this hazy
planetary hookup. You think you know what you
November 15: Mars in Pisces want, but you may be driven by ego and the need
As the motivation maestro blasts into your ambitious for constant praise—which isn’t a solid foundation
tenth house for the rest of the year, you’ll be on to base a relationship on, obviously. If you do meet
fire. You’ve got the drive, inspiration and energy someone today, take your time getting to know
to reach some of your biggest professional goals. them. Couples will enjoy a warm fuzzy glow—but
Don’t slow down till you get there! don’t commit to any major next steps right now.
December 7: Sagittarius new moon

This annual event, which activates your relationship
house, can start writing a new chapter in your love December 1: Mercury in Scorpio
life or deepen an existing union. If you’re feeling a Articulate Mercury has been retrograde for the
little hemmed in, initiate a convo about how you past two weeks, and today it backflips into Scorpio,
can both pursue your interests without making the your orderly and analytical sixth house. You might
other feel abandoned. not be able to make forward progress, but you
can clean up some messes! Take on a decluttering
December 7: Mars-Neptune meetup mission and maybe “curate” your closet, taking all
Bold Mars aligns with fantasy-fueling Neptune in those gently worn items to charity, and the better
your future-oriented tenth house. Be careful not ones to a consignment shop.
to get carried away with your dreams. You may be
overly motivated AND unrealistic at the same time. December 2: Sun-Mars square
This is a good time to clarify what you’re looking Watch out for an explosive (and unpremeditated)
for in a partner if you’re single. Attached? Play up power struggle with an authority figure or close
the fantasy side by trying something really out of collaborator at work. You may not see eye-to-eye
the box. around long-term goals, and as a result there could
be a Game of Thrones-worthy battle of wills.
December 12: Mercury in Sagittarius
Communicator Mercury returns for a sequel in December 5: Sun-Neptune square
your relationship corner and sticks around for the Keep a tighter grip on reality today. Your “grand
rest of the year. You’ll be able to articulate your goals” may be driven by ego and a need to be
needs to your partner without coming off as needy admired. With hazy Neptune in your career corner,
or demanding. Be sure to ask them to share similar you might not be seeing a certain situation clearly.
feelings. Single Geminis can count on your gift of Talk to a colleague for an objective assessment and,
gab to help break the ice with intriguing prospects. if necessary, correct course!
Chat up people with LTR potential and send the
players moving along. December 6: Mercury retrograde ends
You should have a much easier time getting
December 21: Venus-Neptune trine organized and back on track with work or a fitness
This sweet sync-up puts you in loving, generous plan that got shunted to the sidelines. If you need
spirits. If you’re in a relationship, be extra to hire or fire someone, you can make a clear-
demonstrative and supportive of your mate, even headed decision now. Even better? Stress levels will
if that means putting your own needs on the decrease, and it won’t be a struggle to get on the
backburner for a bit. Since Neptune rules fantasy, same page with people.
feel free to share one that you’ve been keeping
under wraps!
“The year wraps up on a big-money note as the only

Cancer full moon of 2018 brings all your efforts of
the past six months to a culmination point.”
December 7: Sagittarius new moon December 22: Cancer full moon

This once-a-year event falls in your dynamic duos The year wraps up on a big-money note as the
zone and could spark a profitable new partnership, only Cancer full moon of 2018 brings all your
or you might be offered an appealing contract efforts of the past six months to a culmination
before the year is through. Unless there’s a need to point. You could get the answer you’ve been
jump on it, take your time exploring the specifics. waiting for, or, if you’re lucky, be cashing a nice
This new moon influences a six-month window, bonus check before you’ve even made your New
and some things need a while to fully unfold. Look Year’s resolutions.
at ways you can better balance the give-and-take in
all your relationships now. December 24: Mercury-Neptune square
Bah humbug! Someone doesn’t seem to realize it’s
December 20: Sun-Uranus trine Christmas, because they’re still trying to come to a
People are your best assets today. If you can resolution about that issue. Everyone else is ready to
cede control and make sure others are playing get their holiday on…so stop engaging! Realistically,
to their strengths, you’ll be on a winning team. nothing’s going to happen until next week at the
Set an example by getting down in the trenches earliest, so put this out of your mind and go sing a
with everyone and recognizing what makes them few carols and spread some good cheer! u
unique—and what makes them tick. Now that’s
how to motivate people!

Under these mentally agile skies, you’ll have no
trouble negotiating a partnership or brainstorming
with visionary and like-minded souls. With
optimistic Jupiter in the equation, you can discuss
really big ideas and engage in some blue-sky
dreaming. But don’t be too quick to act on anything,
even if someone’s eager to seal the deal. You need
to be sure you have all the facts.
Cancer 2018
CANCER 2018 HOROSCOPE
CA N C E R J UN E 2 1 -J ULY 2 2
The Highlights
Cupid calling! Get ready for a major year of Free at last! Weighty Saturn just spent the last
growth in the game of love. Expansive Jupiter three years in your sixth house of wellness,
spends most of the year in your passionate making it hard to find the time and energy
fifth house, bringing lusty new attractions for fitness. A health issue may have forced
and blessing you with the It factor. But it you to restructure your lifestyle or change
won’t stay casual for long with serious Saturn your eating and exercise habits. With Saturn
in your committed relationship house until gone, balance and vitality are restored. The
2020. Longtime couples could be tested, July 12 Cancer solar eclipse could bring a
possibly by an outside attraction or a need to big energy surge and even a bold new look.
prioritize romance again.
FAMILY & FRIENDS
MONEY & CAREER Last year was heavily focused on family, as
Unpredictable Uranus finally wraps its Jupiter toured your domestic sector. You
seven-year tour of your career house in May could begin 2018 adapting to changes:
(making one last pit stop in before moving maybe a new home, a relocation or an
on for good). Your professional path will addition to the family. In February and
finally start to see traction and you can start August, eclipses in your real estate sector
settling into a more stable groove. But you could bring a property sale. Midyear, your
might enjoy going indie, as Uranus enters social life could get an extreme makeover,
your technology zone, setting the stage for a as innovative Uranus enters your eleventh
virtual, work-from-anywhere business. Four house of group activity. You’ll be drawn to
eclipses in your money houses will bring new cutting-edge communities and pioneering
opportunities to earn, invest and merge for people, both in-person and online. You
mutual gain. July’s eclipse in Cancer could could even get involved in local politics or
spark a solo venture, while Saturn in your collaborate for a cause. u
partnership zone could bring a heavy-hitting
collaborator your way.
CANCER Horoscope
Power Dates for Cancer
CANCER NEW MOON
July 12 (partial solar eclipse)
CANCER FULL MOONS

January 1, December 22
SUN IN CANCER
June 21–July 22
P
assion is in the air—and the stars—in about taking the safe and sensible lane. Carpe
2018. After an emotional and somewhat diem is your new mantra!
introverted 2017, you’re coming out
(cue the Diana Ross) in a big, bold way. The moon—your celestial ruler—is pouring its
Expansive Jupiter is in Scorpio and your fifth blissful beams into the creation of Cancer 2.0. This
house of love, glamour and self-expression until year features a rare two full moons in your sign
November 8, cracking your Crab shell wide open. that bookend the year. The first is a supermoon
Your heart is now attached firmly to your sleeve on January 1, and it kicks off 2018 with a bang.
and your GPS is set to “pleasure.” The second one arrives on December 22, and it’s
the manifestation of a super-charged Cancer new
And oh, the places you’ll go! This year could bring moon on July 12, which is also a solar eclipse. These
a creative renaissance, an unforgettable love affair amplified moonbeams will clarify your priorities
or an unexpected turn in the spotlight. Forget and give you the guts to put yourself out there.
With Jupiter in this lusty and live-out-loud zone, Your career picks up steam in the second half of
2018 could bring amorous adventures your way. the year. On May 15, changemaker Uranus will
Take risks by being upfront about your needs and end an unpredictable seven-year gallop through
revealing your desires openly. For single Cancers, Aries and your professional tenth house. Whew! If
your pulse could beat wildly for someone from a work has been all over the map since 2011, stability
different background or culture. You’re drawn to will return. You’ve experimented and learned a lot,
people who live life as an unscripted adventure, but for a sign that craves financial security, the stars
rather than those who follow a (yawn) predictable haven’t consistently delivered that.
path. For couples, Jupiter could bring a romantic
revival, and you’ll crave more frisky, flirty free time Mid-May, Uranus will move into Taurus and your
together. Soon enough, all Cancers will realize just eleventh house of teamwork and technology, staying
how well this playful energy suits you! until April 2026. This could bring fascinating new
friendships, opportunities to launch an indie business
But it won’t be all fun and games. Structured Saturn or work virtually, and a pull to the unconventional.
is spending the next three years in your opposite But since Uranus will no longer be forming a tense
sign of Capricorn, bringing form and function to square (90-degree angle of challenge) to your Sun,
your seventh house of committed partnerships. you can bid adieu to the pressure and chaos that
That “one-night stand” might turn out to be your may have colored your professional path. Well,
future spouse, and a “just for fun” freelance gig mostly! With four of the year’s five eclipses touching
could blossom into a flourishing career. In due down in your financial houses, there could still be a
time, you’ll know—but don’t add the pressure of few curveballs or unplanned developments.
expectations too quickly.
Once Jupiter enters Sagittarius and your orderly,
With weighty Saturn in your partnership house, health-conscious sixth house on November 8, you’ll
you’ll be in no mood for flaky people. Just because move into a 13-month cycle that puts your life on a
you’re having fun doesn’t mean you don’t want clearer track. The decadence and debauchery have
substance and clear communication. If Jupiter stirs been a blast, but you’re ready for simpler times.
up drama, Saturn will put the kibosh on it. Some You’ll end the year on a grounded note—with a
Crabs could go through a tough split, a healing heck of a lot of good memories for the books!
course of couple’s therapy or a period of deep
questioning about what you want in a mate. Other Jupiter in Scorpio: Passion rules!
Cancers will get engaged, married or decide they’re October 10, 2017–November 8, 2018
ready to get serious with one special person. A
business partnership could also go through a testing Lights, camera, romance! Glamour is in the air
period—or it could turn rock-solid official. this year, as bountiful Jupiter spends the majority
of 2018 heating up your fifth house of passion and
“Lights, camera, romance! Glamour is in the air this year,

as bountiful Jupiter spends the majority of 2018 heating
up your fifth house of passion and self-expression.”
self-expression. After an insular 2017, you’ll emerge you to put yourself out there whether you’re
from that trademark shell—ta daaa!—bubbling “ready” or not. Raw, from-the-soul material will be
with creative ideas and irrepressible joie de vivre. more compelling than anything overly polished and
Good news: You’ll find plenty of willing playmates perfected. Jupiter was last in Scorpio from October
to join your merry adventures, Cancer. 25, 2005 until November 23, 2006. Page back 12
years if you can—you could see recurring themes.
This cycle, which happens every 12 years, is like a
cosmic coming-out party. From your talents to your Get set for a romantic revolution! Try-anything
temperament, everything is on display in a major Jupiter in this live-out-loud zone will give you
#nofilter way. You could debut a new hairstyle, charisma and confidence in spades. Naturally,
start rocking bold colors and wild statement pieces, this celestial swagger makes you super-attractive
or become a style icon a la your signmates Solange, to a slew of admirers. Single Crabs could go
Debbie Harry and Chloe Bailey (of the talented on an epic dating spree or get wrapped up in a
R&B sister act Chloe x Halle). Your creative sign superhot, sexy romance. For once, your security-
already has great style, so have fun with it. Pair the minded sign won’t be so worried about “where
vintage treasures you’re famous for scoring with things are going” (duh—anywhere you can get
modern pieces to create a fresh and unique look. frisky, of course!). When you’re not all invested
Who knows? You could be Project Runway material in walking down the aisle or nailing down a
or a street style star before 2018 is through! commitment, you can let loose and try things you
normally wouldn’t—an educational experience in
Are you an artist, musician or actor? Practice your its own right! So enjoy the tingly feelings and the
acceptance speech: under this dramatic starmap, opportunity to experiment with different desires,
you could give the performance of a lifetime. Your roles and personas. Cosplay, anyone?
Golden Era has arrived, and you can produce some
of your most heartfelt and head-turning works in With global ambassador Jupiter playing Cupid,
2018. With global Jupiter at the helm, you could be cross-cultural chemistry and memorable vacation
“really big in Europe” or reach a more international flings could heat up. Pack a sultry little something-
audience. Cast a wide net when sharing your work. something in your travel bag, Cancer—and open
This could be one of those years when you’re your mind and heart to people wildly different than
randomly discovered on YouTube, Etsy or some your usual type. If you normally go for buttoned-up
other self-publishing platform. Let that encourage bankers, you could fall for a sensitive surfer or woo-
“Single? The Jupiter-Neptune trine encourages you to be as

open as possible about your desires. You could manifest the
love of your life by being specific about what you want.”
woo wildlife enthusiast. Maybe you’ll meet someone make a point to give day-to-day life an adventurous
who doesn’t even speak the same language as you, “staycation” vibe by trying new hobbies, hangouts
“communicating” through non-verbal chemistry and experiences.
and letting you bodies do the talking!
Single? The Jupiter-Neptune trine encourages you
The fifth house is about romantic love, and not to be as open as possible about your desires. You
necessarily commitment. But even longtime could manifest the love of your life (no joke!) by
couples will enjoy this mojo-spiking influence. With telling the universe what you want. There’s one
Jupiter here, you’ll get freer about expressing your catch, though: You have to do it from a place of
desires, which could spark a second honeymoon. gratitude and abundance, rather than neediness. In
The fifth house also rules fertility, so a visit from other words, do not follow in the footsteps of fellow
the proverbial stork could also be in the stars Cancer Tom Cruise in Jerry MacGuire and look for
(consider yourself notified!). An outside attraction someone to “complete” you, or dwell in misery,
is possible—but don’t be alarmed if you develop loneliness and scarcity.
a crush or feel the need to flirt with every stranger
you meet. As long as you keep healthy boundaries, Instead, work the Law of Attraction—a specialty
you can bring that amped-up libido home to bae. of magnetic and mystical Neptune—and “act as
But careful you don’t get swept away, especially if.” Do a little creative visualization, if you will.
while Jupiter is retrograde from March 8 to July Imagine that you’ve already met your person, you’re
10, a transit that could also bring back a difficult deliriously happy together, and you’re thanking the
(though dashing) ex. universe for connecting you. Feel those feelings of
bliss and fullness in your body. Those will radiate
Jupiter’s expansive influence gets even more into the energetic field and act as a magnetic force.
sweeping from May to August this year, when the If you’re thinking “huh?” we recommend picking
red-spotted planet forms a flowing and harmonious up the book Ask and It Is Given by Esther and Jerry
trine (120-degree angle) to imaginative Neptune, Hicks or Your Heart’s Desire by Sonia Choquette.
which is in Pisces and your horizon-broadening
ninth house. This rare celestial sync-up could bring Remember: You may know what you want, but
love or even fame from all corners. Artists could see leave the universe in charge of the how, when and
their name in lights and a surging fanbase. Couples where. The saying “a watched pot never boils”
should book romantic travel now if possible, and could ring true. No matter what you’re trying to
“Cleanup in Aisle Crab! At the end of the year, Jupiter exits Scorpio
and your carpe diem fifth house and marches into Sagittarius and
your streamlined sixth house of health, fitness and organization.”
attract now, remind yourself that it may come in a Since the sixth house rules service, you could feel a
surprising package, through a series of twists and deep calling to make a difference in the world. You
turns. Adopt an attitude of adventure and enjoy the could move into a career in a “green” or wellness
journey. This year, it truly is more important—and field, or explore booming occupations in the service
enriching—than the destination! industry.
Jupiter in Sagittarius: Healthy living. Not quite sure what that looks like? This Jupiter
November 8, 2018–December 2, 2019 phase could be perfect for a “bridge job,” one that
allows flexible hours and minimal stress. Use the
Cleanup in Aisle Crab! At the end of the year, additional time and energy to take skill-building
Jupiter exits your “carpe diem” fifth house and classes and earn certifications, which will position
marches into your streamlined sixth house of you for a higher income bracket.
health, fitness and organization. No longer will an
appletini pass as a “green drink,” nor will a hot- If you’re the typical caretaking Crab, there’s a
and-heavy hookup be your main source of cardio. good chance you’re also an “overfunctioner”—
Bring on the plant-based dinners and Pilates, the someone who does everyone else’s emotional
natural dyes and cruelty-free skincare. You could heavy lifting. Well, drop that baggage and start
shift from wild to mild before the year is through— delegating. The sixth house rules helpful people,
and hopefully, you’ll have crossed a few things off and with venturesome Jupiter here, you’re finally
your bucket list in the process! willing to stop micromanaging and get some
assistance! Outsource to skilled specialists instead
With Jupiter in this wellness-minded sixth house, of being cheap and DIY-ing. Upgrade if you’ve
you could decide to make a big lifestyle change, or got a staff of slackers—and put ‘em on notice that
you might get doctor’s orders to, say, lower your they’ll have to shape up or ship out.
cholesterol or blood pressure. You could adopt a
pet, which could give you an incentive to get out There’s a New Year’s resolution you can make
and about. With outdoorsy Jupiter in this nature- before the calendar turns: To stock your pond only
loving zone, fresh air and sunshine put extra fuel in with people who pull their weight and have your
your tank. back. It will be worth every penny!
“While you might enjoy playing the field, the

person you thought was just a passing fling could
end up sticking around for the long haul!”
Saturn in Capricorn: Partnerships in the big guns—a couple’s therapist, a business

get serious. coach—to help you hash out your differences first.
Capricorn is your opposite sign, and we’ll be
Time to make things official? Okay, we know we honest: It can be bracingly eye-opening when
just told you to have fun and be free—thanks, tough taskmaster Saturn makes this harsh angle to
Jupiter!—but there’s a counterforce at play this year. your Sun. Cancers born from June 22 to July 6 will
Structured Saturn is spending the next three years feel Saturn’s stress the most in 2018. You may be
moving through Capricorn and your committed forced to renegotiate the terms of a partnership, or
relationship house, turning business and romantic you could deal with challenging people who seem
alliances serious. to throw roadblocks and resistance in your path.
While you might enjoy playing the field, the person But it’s also possible that this Saturn cycle will just
you thought was just a passing fling could end up get you grown-up and ready to make things official.
sticking around for the long haul! And that might Some Cancers have a bit of a Peter Pan in them—
be for reasons you didn’t plan. For example, a one- but mostly it’s a self-protective fear of getting
night stand could produce a love child (oops!)— hurt or abandoned that makes you keep people
and you decide to go forward with the pregnancy. at arm’s length. Now, you might be ready to leave
Or a newish partner you’re fairly certain is “the those excessive cautions behind. An engagement,
One” needs a visa, and you deliberate marrying wedding or vow renewal could solidify your security
them so they can stay in the country. Tough for the long haul. Single Crabs could be drawn to
decisions indeed! someone significantly older or younger than you,
as Saturn rules age and generational differences.
Saturn rules tradition, rules and regulations, Or, you could meet someone through work or your
as well as maturity. There will be tests with the more “serious” pursuits.
most important people in your life, ones that will
strengthen resilient relationships—or topple those Intensifying this transit, transformational Pluto is
built on a flimsy foundation. Dynamic duos that also in Capricorn from 2008 to 2024, putting your
can go the distance could emerge on rock-solid closest ties through a deep and seismic change. To
terrain, and you’ll feel confident moving forward put this in perspective, Pluto was last in Capricorn
together for the long haul. But you may need to call over 250 years ago (from 1762 to 1778) and Saturn’s
“In business, stop investing in would-be clients or collaborators who

string you along but never come through. Players have no place in
your sphere now, as their mind games will just exhaust you.”
last jaunt here was from 1988 to 1991. This balancing part of your chart, surround yourself
planetary pairing will be an interesting mashup, as with people whose skills and strengths complement
Pluto rules all that’s hidden below the surface, while you. Together, you’ll form a formidable duo and
Saturn is about bringing things into tangible form. create something that’s built to last.
It’s likely that you’ll attract important people who
also trigger your deepest unconscious wounds, fears Uranus in Taurus: Blaze an innovative
and patterns. These folks will be mirrors, dredging new trail.
up stuff that needs to be dealt with for once and for
May 15, 2018–April 26, 2026
all. Dig deeper before projecting your baggage onto
others. With Saturn’s perseverance, you might finally Your inner circle is about to get a makeover, Crab.
unpack something that’s been blocking harmonious As a sentimental water sign, you tend to keep people
relationships for years. No more codependence and around forever. But are you due for an upgrade—or
self-sabotage, Cancer. Let the healing commence! at least, ready to branch out and connect with a
new tribe or two?
Coupled Crabs could go through a rough patch,
too, when you feel out of sync with a partner or can On May 15, radical changemaker Uranus starts
no longer sweep glaring issues under the rug. Take a seven-year journey through Taurus and your
a deep breath, square your shoulders and deal. If group activity zone. Out of the blue, you have the
nothing else, you’ll emerge so much stronger as a duo, urge to connect with likeminded people around
knowing you can make it to the other side of tough issues and interests that light your fire. Uranus is a
times and prevail. With Saturn here, you might take social justice warrior, and your drive for change is
a short separation. Or, you could literally be kept dialed up now. You could make like fellow Cancer
apart due to a heavy work and travel schedule, family Elizabeth Warren (of “nevertheless she persisted”
demands or other weighty responsibilities. fame) and become a passionate political figure.
Maybe you’ll skew more Elizabeth Gilbert (also
In business, stop investing in would-be clients or a Crab) and take an Eat, Pray, Love style journey,
collaborators who string you along but never come leaning into the nomadic and bohemian vibes of
through. Players have no place in your sphere the eleventh house.
now, as their mind games will just exhaust you.
Move on from unreliable energy vampires who Uranus only visits each sign every 84 years,
dump their problems on you. With Saturn in this remaining there for about seven years. Since
“With Uranus in your pioneering eleventh house, you’re

being pushed to embrace progressive and cutting-edge ideas.
Your own style and décor might skew avant-garde.”
March 2011, Uranus has been in Aries and your cutting-edge ideas. Your own style and décor might
tenth house of career, shaking up your professional skew avant-garde. Tattoos, vibrant hair color,
path. You may have radically reinvented your festival-inspired fashion? Those could become your
resume or ventured into entrepreneurship. One new jam. Burn that Land’s End catalog and lace up
Cancer friend of ours, a diehard animal rights the Lanvin sneakers. Shop local, small and indie.
activist, shut down her longtime photography This is a great time to support artists, designers and
business during this Uranus in Aries cycle. She businesses that use ethically-sourced materials or
took an easy day job in Corporate America, using donate proceeds to charity. Get involved in civic
her steady paycheck and free time to start a vegan, matters or become a donor to a cause that lights
cruelty-free makeup line. your fire.
Having rabble-rouser Uranus in your structured While you’ll always enjoy your material comforts,
tenth house was tricky to navigate. You may have the digital world is your new playground. Explore
chafed under the oppressive hand of a stern virtual platforms to promote a world-bettering
authority figure. If you were in a leadership role, message. Some Crabs could open a successful
the responsibility felt confining. You wanted liberty, online business during this Uranus cycle. Is it time
a life and to pursue your own happiness. to hawk your DIY creations on Etsy or to sell your
savvy services through email marketing? Uranus
Well, now’s your chance, Crab. From May 15, and the eleventh house both rule the airwaves.
2018 until April 2026, unconventional Uranus in Television, radio, podcasting and vlogging are ripe
this new, individualistic zone invites you to fly your for your creative touch.
freak flag at full mast. Uranus is the natural ruler
of the zodiac’s eleventh house, so you’re getting Polishing your tech skills can boost your income.
a double shot of this disruptive and revolutionary Complete an online certification course or check
energy. This is not a bad thing at all! However, your out a pioneering school like General Assembly,
comfort-seeking sign skews toward security. Buckle which offers the most cutting-edge training in
up: During this new Uranus transit, the only real design and digital skills. Since you’ll crave freedom,
constant will be change. explore working remotely or flexing your hours.
Who cares if you beam in that pitch deck from an
With Uranus in your pioneering eleventh house, Internet café in Bali or Berlin, as long as you meet
you’re being pushed to embrace progressive and your deadline? The wild, wired world awaits!
“The eighth house rules merging on all levels—these eclipses

could bring a marriage, divorce, pregnancy or joint venture. In
some way, you’re being propelled into more permanent terrain.”
Are you a “hidden figure” on social media? With Eclipses in Leo & Aquarius:
Uranus in this tech-savvy zone, you could become Big money moves.
an outspoken presence in pixels. Whether you create January 31, February 15, July 27, August 11
an online alter ego or just start sharing more, you
may gain influencer status. Download a few photo- Money burns a hole in some Crabs’ pockets, while
filtering apps and polish your 140-character quips! others clench it tightly in that crustacean-claw
Caveat: Post mindfully, since rebellious Uranus can grip. But your relationship to finances is getting a
tempt you to stir the pot for kicks. The goal here is makeover now, as a game-changing eclipse series
to make allies not enemies! falls on the Leo/Aquarius axis from February 2017
to January 2019, shifting the way you spend, earn,
The role you play on a team will shift over the save and invest.
next few years (and often!), as Uranus brings
eye-opening lessons about group dynamics. You In January and August, eclipses sweep through
might even want to study NLP (neuro-linguistic Leo and your daily income house. This could
programming) or body language techniques to bring a job change, a promotion or an out-of-left-
get better at reading non-verbal cues. You may be field moneymaking opportunity. You might make
asked to speak publicly on behalf of a department a lifestyle change that allows you to build a nest
or organization. It wouldn’t be a bad idea to get egg or enjoy more quality of life. Some Cancers
some media training now. could have a “what is it all for, anyway?” moment,
when you realize that you’d rather work to live,
Uranus will turn retrograde from August 7, 2018 not live to work. You might even consider moving
until January 6, 2019 and during this backspin it or downsizing.
will make one last dip into Aries from November 6,
2018 to March 7, 2019. This is your final chance to Big-picture finances take the spotlight in February
tweak your long-term goals or make a bold career and July, when eclipses land in Aquarius and your
move that’s aligned with your truest expression. eighth house of investing, property and large lump
You may also need to pause from the world-saving sums. A sudden windfall, such as an inheritance or
endeavors and attend to unexpected responsibilities, venture capital, could arrive. Or, you could get a tax
perhaps related to family or a financial obligation. bill or some other large expense that forces you to
On March 7, 2019 Uranus settles in for the long get savvier about money management. This could
haul, stoking your indie spirit until April 26, 2026. be a good year to pay down debt or buy real estate,
and these eclipses could bring surprising windows year’s eclipse is all about you: What do you want,
of opportunity. Cancer? Define your priorities, clarify your
message, get comfortable pitching ideas. Taking
The eighth house rules merging on all levels—these yourself seriously is the first step to growing your
eclipses could bring a marriage, divorce, pregnancy new fanbase! u
or joint venture. In some way, you’re being propelled
into more permanent terrain. Shaky or half-baked
relationships that can’t go the distance will be swept
away. The good news? These eclipses are clearing
a path (albeit abruptly) for serious contenders to
move in.
Cancer Solar Eclipse: In the spotlight!

July 12
Look who’s breaking into the spotlight now! On

July 12, a partial solar (new moon) eclipse will
beam into Cancer, giving you a turbo-powered
fresh start. Not only is this day your personal new
year (as there’s a new moon in your sign), you’ve got
extra oomph to fly solo or advocate for a passion
project. Eclipses bring unexpected news designed
to wake us up and inspire big shifts. Speaking up for
yourself isn’t always comfortable for your nurturing
and cautious sign. But this lunation will kick off a
two-year eclipse series on the Cancer/Capricorn
axis, revamping the balance of give-and-take in
your closest relationships.
Single Crabs could meet long-term partners

between now and July 2020, while coupled Cancers
will see big shifts in all interpersonal dynamics.
Some among your sign will leave unsatisfying
relationships. Others may try therapy or other
personal growth work to improve your connection.
Business partnerships will also heat up. But this
CANCER 2018 HOTSPOTS
CANCER: HOTSPOTS BY MONTH

January: Love Hotspots could give you the impetus to look at things from
a wider perspective.
January 6: Mars-Jupiter meetup
With these bold planets aligned in your romance January 16: Capricorn new moon
zone, you’ll proudly wear your heart on your sleeve, Relationship reboot! This once-a-year event brings
letting others know how you feel. Just be careful not fresh energy to your partnerships, grounding
to come on too strong or overwhelm people with them on an even stronger foundation. Single? Set
your intensity. intentions for the kind of mate you’d like to attract
this year, detailing the most important qualities but
January 9: Venus-Pluto meetup leaving enough “wiggle room” for the universe to
This could signal an important turning point in work its magic.
your relationship—or point the way to one if you’re
single and looking. When amorous Venus conjuncts January 17-February 10: Venus in Aquarius
transformational Pluto in your committed- It’s not every day that vixen Venus pays a visit to
partnership zone, it’s not only safe but essential to your erotic eighth house—more like three weeks a
reveal more of your vulnerable side. Sharing really year—but when the love planet does roll into town,
is caring! you can expect a dramatic uptick in your magnetism
and erotic appeal. Hold some cards to your chest,
January 11-31: Mercury in Capricorn though; a little mystique goes a long way.
As the communication planet visits your
partnership realm, you’ll be able to discuss a subject January 26-March 17: Mars in Sagittarius
that was previously too uncomfortable to bring up. Intensifier Mars goes into your analytical sixth
Just remember that the key here is your mutual house for the next few weeks, and nothing escapes
willingness to compromise. your watchful eye. You may think you’re “only
being reasonable,” but watch for a flash fire of
January 13: Venus-Uranus square perfectionism and being overly critical of others.
Of course you love each other, but you also know The last thing you want to do to your partner or
that love does not conquer all…by itself. Before close friends is take your stress out on them.
you invest any more time or emotional energy, hit
pause and take a reality check. Do your highest January 31-February 17: Mercury in Aquarius
values align; do you have the same goals for the With communicator Mercury in your seduction
future? Squares (90-degree angles of tension) zone, you’ll be able to talk about your needs and
aren’t fun, but they force action, and this one desires more openly. You may feel a little shy or
like it’s too early, but if you don’t ask, Crab, you Don’t back down from your bottom line, and be
probably won’t receive. Manage your emotions: sure to respect the other party’s. But in between,
You could overreact to something relatively minor, balance the give-and-take so everyone feels good
which won’t lead to the outcome you’re hoping for. about the final deal.
January: Career Hotspots January 12: Mercury-Saturn meetup

Are you in or out? Saturn brings finality to a deal
January 1: Cancer full moon (supermoon) today, and it’s up to you to decide whether to get in
Today marks the annual full moon in Cancer, and on it or not. There may not be room to negotiate,
it’s like a cosmic coming-out party for you! You so make sure you can live with the terms before you
couldn’t ask for a more auspicious start to 2018. sign on the dotted line.
Something you’ve been working on since your last
birthday can come together within the next two January 16: Capricorn new moon
weeks. Increase your odds of success by asserting This once-a-year event can bring exciting new
yourself more and vowing to be visible instead of partnership opportunities over the next six
hiding in your shell. months. Pave the way for success by thinking now
about the kinds of people you’d like to be around
January 6: Mercury-Uranus trine and work with.
Are you making the most of available technology
at work? This alignment of the cosmic schmoozers January 24: Mercury-Pluto meetup
helps you blend old-fashioned communication Your sensitive side needs to be reminded that things
with sophisticated software and apps to manage aren’t always personal! Today’s union of mental
people more efficiently and reach a wider audience. Mercury and intensifier Pluto could cause you to
Looking to make a job change? Update your obsess over something, but give the other party a
LinkedIn and other social media profiles. Don’t chance to explain their actions. Be willing to listen
wait for people to find you—go fish! without interrupting or getting defensive.
January 9: Sun-Pluto meetup January 26-March 17: Mars in Sagittarius

Think big! There’s definitely strength in numbers, Trailblazer Mars visits your sixth house of
and when you team up with the right person or organization and helpful people, putting you in
people, you can increase your effectiveness and reach full action mode. Rally the troops, come up with a
others exponentially. Bring on the dynamic duos! game plan, then roll up your sleeves and get going.
If you start to feel overwhelmed by the details,
January 11-31: Mercury in Capricorn break things down into smaller sections and tackle
With the communication planet in your them one step at a time.
partnership zone, you’ll be an ace at negotiating.
January 28: Mercury-Uranus square to nuzzle up with that special someone while
It’s a tough day to negotiate or get people on the another perhaps more fervent side wants to keep
same page. Colleagues could be unpredictable sampling from the buffet table. Make sure your ego
or contrarian, and even your sharp intuition isn’t blocking your ability to open up enough to
won’t be able to get a read on the ever-shifting connect on a deep level.
power dynamics. You might actually find yourself
questioning whether someone you depend on is just February 10-March 6: Venus in Pisces
being flaky—or up to something underhanded. Your mind—and heart—will blow wide open
during this sweet annual transit of the love planet
January 31: Leo full moon (total lunar through your adventurous ninth house. You
eclipse & supermoon) might fall (hard!) for someone from a different
C’mon big money! Today’s potent supermoon in background, or sparks could fly with a long-
your second house of work and finances could distance paramour. Attached but in a romantic
trigger an uptick in your earnings or bring a rut? Try some new activities together—something
tempting job offer. This is an excellent time outdoorsy or mind-expanding might be just the
to review your budget and expenses and make ticket to get your blood pumping.
necessary adjustments to get the year off on the right
foot. Total lunar eclipses can bring big changes, so February 10: Sun-Jupiter square
even if things get a little intense, trust that whatever With these powerful planets facing off in your
happens is ultimately for the good! romance sectors, you definitely know exactly what
you want. That’s a good thing. But being a little
January 31-February 17: Mercury in Aquarius too eager or pushy about it? Notsomuch. Ease up a
This three-week period is great for working bit on the seduction throttle and just dangle some
behind the scenes, providing you with the perfect baby carrots. With this much magnetism coursing
opportunity to strategize, dive into the details and through your veins, you’ll have ‘em lining up to eat
conduct that research you’ve been putting off. Keep out of your hand.
things private, and be mindful of whom you share
intel with. February 15: Aquarius new moon (partial
solar eclipse)
February: Love Hotspots Chinese Year of the Dog
The year’s only Aquarius new moon, also a solar
February 4: Venus-Jupiter square eclipse, lands in your house of sex and intimacy,
You probably won’t make the soundest decisions opening the door for greater understanding,
under this incompatible square between compassion—and eroticism! Are you ready to have
commitment-minded Venus and boundary-buster the talk about taking your next step? If not, you
Jupiter in your romantic sectors. Part of you wants probably will be within the coming six months.
February 21: Venus-Neptune meetup leave the sharp Fire Rooster behind for the loyal
Everyday romance won’t float your love boat and glamorous Earth Dog. Coupled with the new
when amorous Venus merges with fantasy moon in your eighth house of mergers—magnified
planet Neptune in your ninth house of travel in intensity by the solar eclipse—it’s the perfect
and adventure. If you can’t steal away for a day to lay the groundwork for a joint venture,
spontaneous out-of-town date, at least sit down investment or strategy for wealth-building over the
together and start cooking up some travel plans. coming six months.
Just looking at images of gorgeous vistas and rustic
retreats will get your imaginations going! February 17: Mars-Neptune square
Big ideas are great, but you need a detailed plan
February 25: Venus-Mars square for pulling them off. Make sure you don’t have
The love planets clash today, making everyone everything under such tight control that there’s no
irascible and irrational. Before you go off on a tirade, room for spontaneity. That could cause you to miss
reflect on what’s really bothering you. You might not out on some magic.
be able to get an immediate answer, thanks to the
conflicting energies of today’s stars—but if you catch February 18-March 6: Mercury in Pisces
yourself being overly fussy or critical, that might be This three-week period stokes your imagination and
an indication that something much bigger is bugging primes your passion pump. With cerebral Mercury
you. Pause before you react and, if possible, take in your visionary ninth house, you’ll be a one-Crab
some time in nature to sort through your feelings. inspiration machine. Don’t worry about the nitty-
gritty. Just download, record and get people excited
February: Career Hotspots about the big picture.
February 13: Mercury-Jupiter square February 25: Mercury-Neptune meetup

This cosmic clash can bring on information overload You’ve got serious stars in your eyes! Thanks to this
and unworkable plans. Spontaneous Jupiter could inspirational tag team, you see huge possibilities
spur you to jump the gun or miscalculate a project. ahead and are inspired to take a leap of faith to
Be careful what you say. You’ll be torn between make them real. A serendipitous opportunity to
keeping things secret and telling all, and because travel, teach or appear in the media could pop up.
you’ll swing between the two extremes, you could
give people major mixed signals. February 28: Mercury-Mars square
Hey, big talker—make sure you can back up those
February 15: Aquarius new moon (partial lofty ideas with solid facts and figures. Don’t go
solar eclipse) spouting off without the data to back it up. You may
Chinese Year of the Dog feel pressured into making a big move or saying “yes”
Today marks the Chinese New Year, the day we to something that will surely zap your precious time.
Hold your ground instead of succumbing.
March: Love Hotspots March 17-May 16: Mars in Capricorn

With the action planet stoking the fires in your
March 1: Venus-Jupiter trine committed partnership house for the next two
Sweet! The two most loving, expansive planets months, relationships can heat up quickly,
(known as the “benefics”) meet in a heart-opening propelling you into—or out of—official status.
trine. You can grow closer than ever by being totally You’re either in or you’re out. Couples may fight
honest and showing (not telling) that you’re willing more with combative Mars here. On the flip side,
to compromise. Doing laps in the dating pool? You those sparks might be setting your bedroom ablaze!
could meet someone unexpectedly through mutual You may pressure or feel pressured to move into
friends or a work event. something more serious. If you’ve been waiting in
the gray zone, you could be sick of not knowing.
March 4: Mercury-Venus meetup
Crank up the romance factor! This is a great day March 23: Venus-Pluto square
to talk about dreamy plans for the future and You could be the most compatible couple, but if
research couple-y trips. Sparks could fly with you don’t share the same long-range vision, power
someone from another background—and the true struggles can erupt. You might develop a sudden
turn-on factor will be great conversation and a (and not necessarily well-advised) attraction to
shared sense of humor. someone in a position of authority, possibly a
coworker or—yikes!—a boss. Make sure you truly
March 6-31: Venus in Aries like this person and aren’t just being enticed by
The love planet marches into your tenth house of their position or financial status.
long-range goals. You may have questioned the
stability or longevity of a certain relationship, but March 29: Sun-Saturn square
now you’re ready to start talking about the future You’re moving on up, but your personal ascent
again. If you’re meeting new people, make sure might not sit so well with a romantic partner. It
they share your vision for the long haul. could be jealousy or perhaps a fear that they’ll get
short shrift. Stop to consider the effects of your
March 13: Venus-Saturn square choices on key people in your life. Remember, if
Tap the brakes on any fantasies that aren’t grounded you expect them to be there for you, then you need
in actuality. While it’s fun to cook up dreamy to consider their feelings as you go forward.
plans about cantering off into the sunset, there’s
nothing like a cold hard reality check to jolt you March 31: Libra full moon
out of the saddle. Have you rushed into something Emotional high tide alert! This annual full moon
prematurely? Take your time to find out for sure. in your foundational fourth house affects you on a
profound level, bringing strong feelings to the surface.
You’re tempted to pour your heart to someone, but
make sure they’re ready to hear this first.
“Your visionary ninth house is getting hot-hot-hotter as the Sun

aligns with imaginative Neptune. If you’re serious about turning a
dream into a reality, do something a little bold and unconventional.”
March 31-April 24: Venus in Taurus March 6-May 13: Mercury in Aries
With the love planet entering your house of With analytical Mercury on an extended tour of
friendship and technology, you may be tempted your house of long-range vision and leadership
to extend a “benefits package” to a platonic pal or (thanks to a mid-cycle retrograde), map out a
hotly pursue an online prospect. master plan and motivate the troops to join in the
operation. Recruiting new candidates? Start with
March: Career Hotspots your own social media sites.
March 1: Virgo full moon March 11: Mars-Uranus trine

This once-a-year opportunity to streamline your This rare trine can give you a competitive edge and
systems is a call to action! You don’t have to do help you gain the support of an influencer whose
it all this week, but taking a first step will build attention you’ve been trying to get. Stand out from
momentum propelling you forward for several the pack with innovative ideas and a fresh approach
months. Start with a small decluttering mission. to a familiar situation.
Think how you can delegate or outsource minor
tasks so that you can focus on the bigger picture. March 11: Mercury-Saturn square
Don’t lose your passion, even if your big plans are
March 2: Mercury-Jupiter trine met with skepticism and an ultra-conservative chorus
Creative problem solving is your sweet spot today. of questions. People aren’t so willing to buy in today,
Feeling stifled or stagnant? Dare to think outside the so hold off on pitches while you think through their
box and suddenly, the possibilities multiply. With objections and build a stronger case. Bottom line:
mindful Mercury and visionary Jupiter teamed up, Does this idea have the power to go the distance?
the sky’s the limit.
March 4: Sun-Neptune meetup Do anything except the same old same old today!
Your visionary ninth house is getting hot-hot-hotter This expansive connection will broaden your
as the Sun aligns with imaginative Neptune. If horizons and put you on a very different type of
you’re serious about turning a dream into a reality, path. Big ideas can spark when you least expect
do something a little bold and unconventional. it, so stay open. You could forge a new business
Take a class, network with fellow outliers. Got an alliance over a bagel and latte!
idea for a startup? Begin your market research now.
March 17-May 16: Mars in Capricorn slams on the brakes. On the flip side, if you’ve been
This powerful transit only comes around every holding back, Mars gives you the courage to take a
two years, so make the most of the action planet’s bold risk and go for it.
motivational energy. Looking to collaborate? Reach
out to someone you’ve worked with in the past and April 7: Venus-Saturn trine
see where the synergy leads this time around. Friends and lovers? Today’s starry lineup helps you
solidify the friendship behind your union. Single?
March 17: Pisces new moon Don’t rule out that sweet/hot platonic pal who’s
All kinds of fresh starts are in the offing under always seemed to like you. If you’re feeling it, too,
this new moon that powers up your ninth house why not go for it? But start by dipping a toe in those
of travel, education and entrepreneurship. waters—not diving in headfirst.
Anything expansive is favored, so think about
which of your many brilliant ideas could actually April 11: Venus-Mars trine
be viable. Don’t leave love out of the equation today! This
is one of the most auspicious days of the year for
March 22-April 15: Mercury retrograde in romance, and you can steer things in almost any
Aries direction you want. You could “cross the line” with
Oh boy, here we go again! The communication a friend or deepen your bond with your partner.
planet shifts into reverse in your professional zone, With your tech house lit up, unattached Crabs
possibly giving you second thoughts about your could meet someone special online.
career trajectory. An exciting opportunity might
seem too good to be true, or someone may actually April 17: Venus-Jupiter opposition
rescind an offer. Things are uncertain now, so it’s Come hither, go away? You may feel conflicted
better to do your research and due diligence than about a certain relationship, unsure whether to
commit to anything. rush ahead, pull back, or bolt. You could also wind
up on the receiving end of this push-me-pull-you
March 24: Sun-Mars square treatment. This is not a good day for rash action.
To keep group dynamics happy and uncomplicated, The bottom line is that only time will tell.
stay out of other people’s personal affairs, don’t
lend (or borrow) money, and avoid anyone trying to April 17: Venus-Pluto trine
bait you into an ego battle. Bring on the dynamic duos! This is a rare and
empowering alignment, so make the most of it.
Get out and be seen Hobnobbing with an elite set
April: Love Hotspots could open helpful doors. Single? Don’t overlook
your own social networks, though you might have
April 2: Mars-Saturn meetup
to reach out past one or two degrees of separation.
Rushing into a relationship? Not so fast. Saturn
“Things get super-intense with a relationship or love interest.

You could achieve power-couple status or bare your soul,
telling secrets you’ve never entrusted anyone else with before.”
April 24-May 19: Venus in Gemini setting, pitch an innovative idea or request an
Dial up the fantasy for the next three weeks, as important, private conversation with a client or
the love planet decamps to your dreamy twelfth authority figure.
house. By staying open and not immediately
zooming in on people’s “faults,” you can discover April 2: Mars-Saturn meetup
an amazing side to them that you wouldn’t have Sure, you’re dying to team up with that creative
gotten to know otherwise. bigwig, but to protect your intellectual property,
make sure you don’t skip any steps in performing the
April 26: Mars-Pluto meetup necessary investigation. Even existing partnerships
Things get super-intense with a relationship or love will benefit from another round of due diligence.
interest. You could achieve power-couple status or
bare your soul, telling secrets you’ve never entrusted April 4: Mercury-Mars square
anyone else with before. But the alignment of these You may feel pressured to say the “right” thing
competitive and possessive planets comes with a to impress someone or to work overtime to win
storm warning: Jealousy and snooping could go someone over. Reclaim your confidence, and
way overboard. remember that you have as much to offer them as
they do you, in spite of how much power or status
April 29: Scorpio full moon they may have.
There won’t be any hiding your emotions under
this intense once-a-year event, which lights up April 11: Sun-Pluto square
your passionate fifth house. You could confess Watch out for ego trips and power plays under this
your feelings or consummate a simmering manipulative clash. Someone (and it might be you)
attraction. Drama will be hard to avoid, but could be acting inappropriately. This will only serve
the excitement and satisfaction you’ll feel is to alienate potential allies, who’ll overreact with
worth taking the risk and letting yourself go. passive (or aggressive) resistance. If you can’t stay
out of the fray, wear a helmet.
April: Career Hotspots April 15: Aries new moon

April 1: Sun-Mercury meetup This once-a-year event lands in your career house
Under this charisma-boosting alignment, you’ll and can bring the answer to your professional
have the confidence to boldly speak up in a group prayers! Of course, you have to meet opportunity
halfway, with preparedness and the courage to take

necessary action. This could open a whole new
May: Love Hotspots
chapter in your work life, so be ready to pounce! May 7: Venus-Neptune square
When the love planet rests in your hazy twelfth house
April 18: Sun-Uranus meetup and squares fantasy-laced Neptune in your super-
Don’t fall in line with the pack under this once-a- optimistic sector, it can set the stage for fireworks—or
year union of the confident Sun and unconventional a letdown. Come out of your dream world and inspect
Uranus. Herd mentality doesn’t create leaders. things at face value. It’s not fair to hold someone to
You’ll get ahead by being audacious and out-of- such an unrealistic standard—yourself included.
the-box. And you’ll earn more respect for keeping
it real than you would for being just another sheep. May 16-August 12: Mars in Aquarius
Intensity colors the next two months, as lusty Mars
April 25: Mercury-Saturn square moves into your intimate eighth house. Sexual
People may be more stubborn or closed-minded chemistry heats up off the charts—a good thing—
than usual. If your ideas meet with resistance, take but so can jealousy and competitiveness. Try not
that as a sign that they need more polish before you to go there. Instead, turn up the sexiness and
can move ahead. A partner may not reflect well reconnect with your own desires and seduction
on you or have what it takes to go the distance, so skills. You’ll get an extra-long wave of this because
be highly selective about whom you team up or Mars turns retrograde on June 26. Once that
associate yourself with. happens you may need to work through some
issues around trust and vulnerability.
With the combined energy of these two powerful May 19-June 13: Venus in Cancer
and charismatic planets, you might join forces with After a sleepy few weeks, the love planet finally
a formidable partner. Don’t rule out someone you exits your introspective twelfth house and blazes
consider “the competition.” into Cancer, hitting the refresh button on your
mojo and reminding you that you’re the hottest
April 29: Sun-Saturn trine catch in the zodiac.
This combo gives you the right balance of
authoritative gravitas and the willingness to roll up May 25: Jupiter-Neptune trine
your sleeves and work in the trenches with everyone This is the second in a trio of trines (the first was
else. Be smart about what you delegate. People are December 2, 2017; the third will be August 19). This
keeping an eye on you. interface of adventurous Jupiter and fantasy-weaver
Neptune, could make your wildest romantic dreams
come true. Go ahead: Get carried away by the flush
of new love or give free rein to a budding flirtation.
Just make sure you take the occasional reality check.
May 26: Venus-Saturn opposition May 13: Mercury-Uranus meetup

Part of you is twitching to do something a little Your imagination is on fire! This is a powerful
impetuous, thanks to Venus in your impulsive moment to get in front of a key person, so have
first house. But responsible Saturn in your your elevator speech memorized—it could happen
relationship zone is flashing a warning light. suddenly. You might receive unexpected good news
A thoughtless move may feel threatening to from someone you look up to. A mentor could offer
a partner, or make a would-be lover see you priceless advice or a glowing recommendation that
as flighty and non-committal. You could view changes the course of events.
someone’s independent actions as an affront,
too—but maybe they just need a teensy bit of May 13-29: Mercury in Taurus
personal space? Your timing is out-of-sync today. When the cerebral planet jets into your house of
teamwork and technology, you could become a bit of
May: Career Hotspots an Internet sensation. Great minds don’t always think
alike, but they usually work together beautifully! Stay
May 7: Mercury-Pluto square focused on the mission and bring people together to
Be on guard for power struggles, people not being spread a socially responsible message.
up-front, and things not being what they seem.
Stick to your bigger agenda and goals, especially if May 15: Taurus new moon
someone tries to make you veer off-topic or reveal Become a joiner! This powerful lunar lift heats up
your whole hand. Come prepared, as you may your collaboration zone and kicks off a new chapter
unexpectedly find yourself in front of an influential of working interactively. You may receive an invite
person or decision maker. to join a world-bettering group endeavor. Get
started immediately with your strategic networking.
May 8: Sun-Jupiter opposition
Time to ‘fess up: In an effort to please others or May 15: Uranus in Taurus (until November 6)
keep the peace, you may have slightly exaggerated This long, slow major transit lasts until 2026. Today,
what you’re actually capable of delivering. You can’t Uranus leaves Aries and your career sector after
afford to mislead anyone, so take the high road as being there since 2011. How has your professional
soon as you realize this. They’ll be disappointed but life changed over the past seven years? Have you
will respect your integrity. learned your important lessons? Starting now, you’ll
experience growth and transformation with groups,
May 11: Sun-Pluto trine technology and being involved with humanitarian
Teaming up with the right person or group is the initiatives. With revolutionary Uranus in earthy
key to your success right now. As the confident Sun Taurus, the next eight years might take on a “green”
connects with game-changing Pluto, look around or wellness theme.
for savvy collaborators. When you play to each
other’s strengths, you’ll be unstoppable!
“Tap the brainpower in your network before you go it

alone. If you’re not 100 percent sure of the viability of your
ideas or strategy, run them by a savvy colleague or mentor.”
May 16: Mars-Uranus square ideas are being watered down by the need to reach
Rage and jealousy could spark conflict in a group. consensus, or someone with a larger-than-life ego
One person’s domineering antics might be angering might be silencing others.
everyone, and you may be forced to confront a bully.
Mind your online etiquette during this hotheaded May 23: Sun-Mars trine
mashup. Don’t take the bait from trolls; button- Trust your intuition more than what seems doable.
pushing could quickly incite a social media war. Under this gutsy trine, it’s time to reach out to a
well-connected person who you feel is “out of your
May 16-August 12: Mars in Aquarius league.” You could actually blow them away with
The action planet pays an extra-long visit to your your ideas. All it takes is one serendipitous meeting
eighth house of investments and shared finances, to forge a powerful, lifelong alliance.
as it turns retrograde on June 26. On the plus side,
this can motivate you to be savvier with your money May 25: Mercury-Pluto trine
and assets. Conversely, you might get hit with an Tap the brainpower in your network before you
unexpected expense that stretches your budget thin. go it alone. If you’re not 100 percent sure of the
viability of your ideas or strategy, run them by a
May 18: Mercury-Saturn trine savvy colleague or mentor.
It’s a great day to pitch your more outré ideas to
a group of influential people. But first, see if you May 29: Sagittarius full moon
can persuade one person to have your back or Help is all around you, and this potent full moon in
commit to buying in before you present. With their your sixth house of supportive people will remind
endorsement, it will be easier to win everyone’s you of that in spades! Over the coming weeks,
trust. This powerful cosmic energy helps you streamline your systems and make sure everyone
initiate a difficult but necessary conversation. State you work with is on the same page and operating at
your needs simply and directly to create a win-win. maximum efficiency.
May 23: Mercury-Jupiter opposition May 29-June 12: Mercury in Gemini

Drama and disagreements could flare up in a Pace yourself for the next couple weeks. With
group setting, turning a lively discussion into one mental Mercury in your foggy twelfth house, you
fraught with tension. You may feel like your best might not be able to see the whole picture. If
possible, hold off on making important decisions June 13: Gemini new moon
for now. Instead, focus on creative work or finishing This once-a-year event helps you move on from
up projects instead of taking on anything new. Your a painful chapter and let something go with love
brain may be on overload—slow down and refresh and wisdom. The new moon in your twelfth house
to avoid burnout. of transitions helps you heal and supports you in
saying what you need to move forward. You will
need to be vulnerable—but this is how you’ll grow.
June: Love Hotspots
June 1: Venus-Jupiter trine June 13-July 9: Venus in Leo
Bring it on! This is one of the most romantic and The arrival of beautifying Venus in your
auspicious days (and nights) for love, as the two grounded yet luxurious second house sets the
“benefics” hook up to stoke your passion. Whether stage for a sensual makeover. Get some upscale
you’re attached or not, this combo of amorous dates on the books and start saving for a few
Venus and expansive Jupiter can help you attract choice wardrobe pieces or that dream trip—in
new love or deepen the bonds you’ve got. earnest. You’re feeling flush and confident and
will be drawn to people who have their lives
June 2: Venus-Neptune trine together, fiscally and emotionally!
There’s a warm radiance to the day, and you’ll
feel extra sensitive and compassionate. It’s easy June 14: Venus-Uranus square
to downplay people’s foibles and see the good Comparing yourself to other people could unglue
in everyone. Share that idealistic love with your the stability of a bond. You may get obsessed with
favorite plus-one and gush a little—or get more keeping up appearances instead of being authentic.
serious in your search for a soulmate. When you Sparks can fly with an online match or a friend you
glow like this, you’re simply irresistible. reconnect with virtually. But keep your wits about
you. With disruptive Uranus at a tense angle to
June 5: Venus-Pluto opposition romantic Venus, the stars could throw your love life
Can you make out the lines separating lust, love an unexpected curveball.
and obsession? Or have you gotten so wrapped
up in this thing that you can’t see the forest for June 21: Venus-Mars opposition
the trees? Hit pause and take a step back (forcing With the cosmic lovers at odds, one part of you
yourself, if necessary). It’s time to break their might want to dive into an intense sexual liaison
spell by reconnecting with yourself and your while another is tapping the brakes and urging you
desires. Unconditional love means respecting to be “sensible.” It will be hard to know whether
each other’s sovereignty. to follow your desires or keep things status quo.
Couples may fight about money, sex or their
balance of power.
June 25: Venus-Jupiter square

In a romantic rut? There are better ways to shake
things up than creating drama or acting selfishly. June 1: Mercury-Mars trine
When adventurous Jupiter squares the love planet Trust your gut on a lead: If your Spidey senses are
from your passionate fifth house, you might be tingling, there’s a reason. You have the ability to
looking at things with too wide an angle. Don’t go deep and investigate today. Keep a few things
let the flash-in-the-pan types obscure the nice and secret and your inner circle tight. Make sure you
solid person right in front of your face. fully trust someone (and maybe have some legal
docs signed) before sharing any trade secrets.
June 26-August 27: Mars retrograde
Reckless and randy Mars backtracks through your June 7: Sun-Neptune square
relationship sectors (first in Aquarius until August Dial up the skepticism today. You might be lured
12, then Capricorn). Things could seem to unravel, by a charismatic character’s big talk, but if you’re
but hang in there! Watch out for unspoken tensions, keeping a keen eye out, you’ll quickly realize that this
petty fighting or the return of an alluring yet bad- emperor has no clothes. Think twice about signing
news ex. Jealousy and trust issues could flare up. onto anything new; what seems straightforward
at first blush could turn out to be one messy and
June 27: Sun-Saturn opposition tangled web.
Finding the right balance between “we” and
“me” will be tricky under this unstable transit. June 12-29: Mercury in Cancer
The Sun in your ego-driven first house helps you The cat won’t have a shot at your tongue over
put your needs first, but it’ll be easy to throw off the next few weeks as the communication planet
the equilibrium and cause your S.O. to feel left sparks into your sign. You’ll know exactly what to
out in the cold. While it’s important to not dilute say and how to express it optimally. Ideas will come
or defer your dreams, you still want to be fair and a mile a minute, so have a strategy for capturing
supportive. Maybe a direct conversation clarifying the best of ‘em!
boundaries would be helpful.
June 28: Capricorn full moon Hotheaded Mars backtracking through your zones
A potent full moon in your relationship corner of joint ventures and partnerships could put a
could make something official. But don’t get swept collaborative project at risk. Part of the problem
away by big talk and fantasy. Grounded Capricorn might be your own competitive streak. If you do go
energy will force you to keep it real. Before you through a “business breakup,” find the silver lining
commit, focus on what you need from a partnership by stepping back and reconsidering a solo venture
and ask the right questions to determine whether in which you have all the control.
this person can provide that or not.
June 27: Sun-Saturn opposition July 11: Venus-Uranus trine

Your confidence is shaky today, and someone’s Don’t overthink it: Just say yes to a spontaneous
harsh assessment could take the wind out of your social invite. Not only are you likely to have a great
sails. This heavy feeling of self-reproach will pass, time—since you’re not looking for anything—sparks
so don’t get lost in pessimism and brooding energy. could fly with an unexpected prospect. Stay open to
If you’ve been leaning too heavily on a certain the kind of people you don’t normally talk to, and
relationship or putting all your eggs in one basket, be more of a questioner than a gabber. Couples can
today can help you develop more self-reliance. smooth out a rough patch with a compassionate but
honest conversation.
June 28: Capricorn full moon
Seal the deal! This glorious full moon can bring July 12: Sun-Pluto opposition
contract negotiations or a budding partnership This power pairing only happens once a year, and
to completion. It also shines a light on what isn’t something’s bound to happen. Have you been
working. So if a professional alliance isn’t turning stuffing down some strong feelings because you’re
out the way you’d hoped, cut bait and correct afraid you’ll hurt someone or rock the boat? How
course. happy are you not speaking up? If you truly want
resolution, stop tiptoeing around the other person’s
June 29-September 5: Mercury in Leo ego and come out with it! You’ll be pleasantly
Analytical Mercury spins through your money surprised to discover that they’re not as fragile as
zone, helping you get centered and productive. It’s you think.
an extra-long cycle, as Mercury will be retrograde
from July 26 to August 19, so take your time July 14: Venus-Saturn trine
creating a workable budget and breaking things An attraction could heat up with someone you’d
into manageable stages. never looked twice at. Hot!—but take it slow. If
you’re already attached, you might feel ready to
July: Love Hotspots have “the talk” about taking your relationship to
the next level. No one on your radar screen? Ask
July 9-August 6: Venus in Virgo friends to make introductions.
Communication is the key to healthy, happy
relationships, and this is a great time to get back in July 24: Venus-Neptune opposition
sync, improving your understanding of each other You can’t make a decision to save your life today,
through honest dialogue. Sparks could fly with a but be aware that too much analyzing will drive
pal or someone you meet through mutual friends, you and everyone around you crazy. Be careful not
IRL or online. to lead anyone on by letting them believe you’re
more into them than you are. Conversely, you
might misinterpret someone else’s signals—thinking July 5: Mercury-Mars opposition

they’re more interested in you than they actually are. You can get sucked into some petty (or significant)
Sometimes a kiss is just a kiss. Only time will tell. squabbles over expenses or the division of time
and resources. It might not be possible to precisely
July 27: Aquarius full moon (total lunar balance everything, but find a way to make it work
eclipse) for everyone on a grander scale and people will
A major turning point in a relationship arrives, be happy.
and suddenly you know whether you’re in or out.
This culminating moon in your intimacy corner July 8: Sun-Neptune trine
could bring a step toward permanent status, like Today’s imaginative energy helps you stretch past
cohabitation, marriage or a pregnancy. On the your limits. Draw from sources and influences
other side of the coin, you might decide to part outside your comfort zone, like taking a course
ways. As long as you do it with integrity, it will be on something you don’t know anything about or
okay in the long run. visiting a museum you’ve never been to. Take that
business lunch to a locale near water to infuse the
July 27: Venus-Pluto trine outcome with these cosmic vibes.
Whatever’s in your heart is fair game today—as
long as you speak and act in accordance with your July 9: Mercury-Jupiter square
truth. With potent Pluto in sync with Venus, you Before you’re off and running on a new project,
could feel safe to bare your soul. It’s okay to open crunch the numbers. If it’s not financially sound,
up and reveal the real you; it will actually bring be prepared to temper your enthusiasm and scale
you closer. Even if you’re feeling some strong vibes back the plan. With overeager Jupiter adding
with a friend or someone you just met, it’s worth impulsivity, things could get out of hand quickly.
following up on. For couples, socializing in a small Think twice (and a third time) before launching
and open-minded group helps cement your bond. into any long-winded defense of your ideas—or
Good conversations and fresh experiences are your before completely shooting down another person’s.
recipe for satisfaction now.
July 12: Cancer new moon (partial solar
eclipse)
July: Career Hotspots This once-a-year event is like a birthday party and
July 5: Sun-Jupiter trine fresh start rolled into one. Because it’s not just a
Dare to be a peacock in a flock of hens! This new moon but also a galvanizing solar eclipse,
confident connection inspires you to flaunt your you’ll have cosmic support in kicking off a new
uniqueness and stand out from the pack. Under six-month cycle and getting rolling on one of your
these bold, take-charge vibes, you’ll relish the most precious personal initiatives. And since the
chance to fully express your style and individuality! moon is your celestial guardian, you’re sure to feel
it in your bones!
July 12: Sun-Pluto opposition of wealth and shared resources, it could bring a
Power struggles much? If you’ve been suppressing financial turning point or handsome payout. Check
your own needs to keep the peace, you could erupt your investments: Are you owed anything from
in a moment of anger, pushing back against a commissions, royalties or a legal settlement? It’s
domineering person. Be careful that your own ego time to collect!
doesn’t get out of control, provoking a war.
July 25: Sun-Uranus square

August: Love Hotspots
You may have to fight for the integrity of a group August 6-September 9: Venus in Libra
project when instability threatens to derail it. A sweet five weeks of coziness and security begins
Someone on your team could try to seize power or as Venus lights up your domestic sector and adds
disrupt progress with an ego trip. Make sure you’re some zest to your nest! Venus brings harmony and
not rocking the boat too hard, or you might get left flow, and while she’s bunking with you at home,
on the island when they set sail. you can finally have those conversations with your
partner. Dating? It might be time to exchange keys
July 26-August 19: Mercury retrograde in Leo or meet each other’s families. Single? Try some
The communication planet spins into retreat Feng Shui principles to call in lasting love.
mode again, scrambling signals and messing up
technology and travel. Back up all your important August 7: Venus-Mars trine
data and hold off on buying new electronics for now. It’s a heart-expanding day as the love planets unite
In Leo and your money sector, Mercury retrograde in your most emotionally bonding houses. Open
could force you to reassess your budget or savings. up, be vulnerable and offer your trust to someone
The plus side? This can leave you in a more solvent who’s earned it—capping off the day between the
position once you sort through the confusion. sheets! If you’re single, you could feel a twinge of
jealousy at a close friend’s or relative’s relationship.
July 27: Sun-Mars opposition Instead, be inspired and find out how they keep the
You and another person may not see eye-to-eye fires burning.
about a financial issue, like a large expense or
rising debt or living costs. You might not realize August 9: Venus-Saturn square
how heavily this is weighing on you until you catch Gut feelings and dreamy plans are great
yourself losing your temper and lashing out. Hit visualization tools to manifest what you want, but
pause and talk it out—tomorrow. when you come back to reality, you need to be
able to discern the difference between fantasy or
July 27: Aquarius full moon (total lunar projection and the real deal. Find out if the object
eclipse) of your affection is as ready as you are to move
This once-a-year event is a game-changing total forward—or perhaps you’re not quite as “locked
lunar eclipse, and because it lands in your sector and loaded” as you thought.
August 12-September 10: Mars in Capricorn

The rash-action planet backflips out of your house
August: Career Hotspots
of intimacy and eroticism, and plunges into your August 2: Mars-Uranus square
committed partnership zone. Cue up the same old All is not quiet on the Cancer front. Someone on
fights and trouble spots! But this time around, see your team may be acting out, stirring up trouble
them for what they are by diving deeper into the and discontent through the ranks. Or maybe you’re
core issues. Single? An ex could seduce you with the one trying to pull a power play? Nip this in the
big promises, but once Mars straightens on August bud. There’s enough to go around, so you don’t
27, they might be nowhere to be found. Proceed need to take the “bigger half.” Watch a recurrence
with caution! of this insecurity on September 18.
August 19: Jupiter-Neptune trine August 6: Sun-Jupiter square

This is the third in a trio of rare trines (the first You won’t be happy when some upstart challenges
was December 2017; the second was May 25). With your authority or makes promises they can’t keep.
your romance and visionary houses activated by But under these contentious skies, you won’t be
these limitless planets, you could make one of your able to do anything about it. Better idea? Ignore
wildest dreams a reality. Crank up the flame on a them and hope they simmer down when this transit
simmering attraction or pursue a sensual courtship passes tomorrow.
to the max. Coupled? How does a romantic getaway
a deux sound? August 10: Mercury-Jupiter square
You’re fired up about a big idea, but Jupiter can
August 26: Venus-Pluto square blow your expectations out of proportion. Before
Alas, love does not always conquer all. Sometimes you invest a nickel, hit pause and crunch the
it can barely get you through the night. This numbers. If it’s not viable out of the gate, consider
provocative clash could cause blatant power starting with a scaled-down version and plans to
struggles to erupt as you both try to manipulate the grow it slowly.
outcome of something. Be careful which waters you
wade into. What feels like a legit attraction could be August 11: Leo new moon (partial solar
a darker obsession with power or authority.
eclipse)
This fiery Leo new moon is a groundbreaking solar
August 27: Mars retrograde ends eclipse, and because it lands in your second house
The hotheaded action planet has been retrograde of money and work, you might be on the cusp of a
since June 26, but today it resumes forward motion big payday or new career trajectory. Up for a raise?
in your partnership house until September 10. Don’t wait for them to come to you. Request a
You can bury the hatchet or finally speed ahead review and boldly ask for what you’re worth.
on a connection that had cooled off after an initial
heating-up period.
August 25: Sun-Uranus trine

Think really different during this innovative
mashup. When Uranus sends a beam to the creative September 8: Venus-Mars square
Sun, you could hit upon such a unique idea—and Watch out for eruptions of your (or a partner’s)
serendipitously connect with just the right people to argumentative or critical streak. The cosmic love
help produce it. With this trine touching your tech duo is squabbling in stubborn fixed signs, which
zone, extend your reach across a variety of digital could spark control issues. Don’t even think about
platforms. Ask your social network to help spread bringing up little annoyances that could unwittingly
the message. blow up into a bonfire in a nanosecond.
August 25: Sun-Saturn trine September 9-October 31: Venus in Scorpio

You’re on fire! With the fearless Sun teamed up Bring on the seductive vibes! Vixen Venus will pay
with sensible Saturn in your people houses, you’ll an extended visit to your lusty fifth house, thanks
know exactly how to communicate with a range to a retrograde that starts on October 5. Even as
of personalities. You don’t need to dazzle them it’s getting colder outside, things will definitely be
or overstate things; just speak clearly and with heating up at the Crab Shack!
integrity. Sold!
September 10-November 15: Mars in
August 26: Pisces full moon Aquarius
Go bigger! This once-a-year lunation can bring to Passionate Mars returns to your eighth house of sex
fruition a lofty plan you’ve been toiling away at for and intimacy after a brief backspin that might have
the past six months. If you get an out-of-the-blue disrupted your romantic life. Now you’re back to
invite to travel or facilitate a workshop, don’t think full-strength and libidinous spirits. Chemistry could
twice—leap before they rescind the offer and talk heat up fast and there could be a pre-holiday season
to someone else! proposal or big announcement. The shadow side
of this Mars phase is possessiveness and jealousy, so
August 28: Mercury-Jupiter square stay on guard. If you’re parting ways, keep it civil
Emotions could heat up quickly if you’re pitching instead of destroying each other as you battle over
a project or discussing a touchy topic. Talk yourself the division of shared property.
off the ledge and keep the drama to a low roar. A
creative project may be slowed down or impeded by September 12: Venus-Uranus opposition
legit financial concerns. Get a budget and timeline Changeable much? When unpredictable Uranus
in place then start with a scaled-down approach or sends a beam of uncertainty to the love planet,
roll it out in phases. emotions could feel like a wild roller-coaster ride.
Try not to act on these impulsive feelings. Just
watch them rise and fall, and focus on the things
you love most about this person.
September 18: Mars-Uranus square September 7: Mercury-Uranus trine

This hotheaded mashup could have you seeing red Remember: Teamwork makes the dream work.
and tempt you to say or do things you’ll certainly During this mentally nimble mashup, invite
regret in the near future. Be careful not to overreact innovative minds into the discussion and get feedback
to other people’s emotional explosions either. Without from your colleagues. Reach out to forward-thinking
realizing it, you may jump to conclusions, lash out types and people whose cleverness and wit you
without thinking or leap into bed without looking. admire. Don’t be afraid to let your own progressive
and cutting-edge ideas be known.
September 25: Sun-Saturn square
You and someone close to you might not be on the September 9: Virgo new moon
same page today, and that’s an understatement. A This only happens once a year, so you want to make
love interest could slam on the brakes for seemingly the most of it! With a precision-focused new moon
no reason, or your partner may suddenly show major in your communication house, you’re encouraged
disapproval of your choices. Make sure you’re not to speak your mind and express yourself in creative
the one protecting yourself by acting distant, passive- ways. This could spark an important conversation
aggressive or being overtly judgmental. that evolves into something really exciting over the
coming six months.
September: Career Hotspots September 10-November 15: Mars in Aquarius

September 5-21: Mercury in Virgo Motivated Mars blazes into your eighth house of
For the next few weeks, while you’re hosting cerebral investments and joint ventures for a reprise visit.
Mercury in your expressive third house, give your You should see an uptick in revenue—but large
mind free rein. You may be amazed at the innovative expenses could crop up out of nowhere and cause
thoughts and ideas that come gushing in. It’s a social stress. Don’t panic or do anything rash. Talk to an
period, too, so explore synergies with different types adviser, who hopefully can restore your equilibrium.
of folks and don’t reflexively reject people or projects A real estate or legal matter could heat up. An
just because they’re not your “forte.” opportunity to make a large lump sum could arise,
demanding that you move quickly. Strike while the
September 7: Sun-Neptune opposition iron is hot!
Fantasy planet Neptune makes it hard to get at
the whole truth and nothing but the truth today. September 11: Sun-Pluto trine
People may be saying one thing, but you’re picking Two heads are certainly better than one, especially
up on a totally different message from their body when one of them is a heavy-hitter in your field.
language and nonverbal cues. Go with your gut, Before you go all in on a collaboration, though,
investigate, but don’t accuse. Some of this could come up with a smaller trial project that can test
be the effect of Neptune on your imagination! how your synergy clicks in real time. Since you’ll be
yearning for the company of likeminded souls, join
“Break out the bubbles! A full moon in your ambitious tenth

house brings you a giant step closer to your professional goals.”
or create a mastermind group or commit to daily overly impersonal, “businesslike” manner. You may
check-ins with an accountability buddy for the next sense the latter from others, but it’ll be hard to know
six weeks. whether you’re projecting or imagining it. Tune in to
your gut before partnering up with anyone.
September 18: Mars-Uranus square
Just as you’re ready to blast ahead on a project, September 27: Sun-Mars trine
someone associated with it starts dragging their This is a powerful day to lead with love and
feet. Since you probably won’t be able to change strength. Your psychological insights can help you
their behavior, do your best to proceed without gain respect. Empower people and validate their
them and circumvent their shenanigans! emotions rather than criticizing them. True leaders
aren’t threatened by others who also want to rise
September 21-October 9: Mercury in Libra and shine.
During this three-week transit, speak with compas-
sion and heartfelt sincerity. Rather than jumping
right into shop talk with people, discuss more
personal topics. While you’re dialing down the October 5-November 16: Venus retrograde
work intensity, take regular breaks to connect with With vixen Venus in Scorpio and your romance
family and loved ones. An inspiring and creative zone, you’d expect only good things. But when
female could open doors or talk you through a she shifts into reverse for the next six weeks—first
brewing plan. in Scorpio (until October 31) then in Libra for
September 24: Aries full moon two weeks—she can stir up drama like nobody’s
Break out the bubbles! A full moon in your ambitious business. In Libra, this backspin could affect family
tenth house brings you a giant step closer to your relations. Ramp up the self-care during this moody
professional goals. Since this is also your “public time so you don’t unleash stormy emotions on your
image” sector, you could receive recognition, a nearest and dearest.
promotion or a shot at a leadership position—or
perhaps a whole new job will fall into your lap! October 8: Libra new moon
A tender yet powerful new moon in your domestic
September 25: Sun-Saturn square zone helps you open up about your deepest
What’s needed more than anything under this face- feelings, which can bring you closer. Over the next
off is balance. You could swing between feeling (and six months, a new emotional chapter will begin to
expressing) too much emotion and acting in an unfold, so be willing to take a few chances in the
“A tender-yet-powerful new moon in your domestic zone helps you

open up about your deepest feelings, which can bring you closer.
Over the next six months, a new emotional chapter will begin to
unfold, so be willing to take a few chances in the name of love.”
name of love. You could start talking about—or instead of obsessing. If you find yourself chasing
accelerate—plans to live together, buy a home or someone, that’s your cue to pull back.
start making (more) babies.
October 9-31: Mercury in Scorpio Your emotions are all over the map under this
Speak up about your desires! When the erratic opposition. Since you could easily send
communication planet spins into your romance mixed signals, keep a low profile and don’t engage
realm, you’ll feel bolder and more confident about unless you have to. If your love interest is running
letting your amour know what you want and hot and cold, give them a little space—and a chance
need—horizontally and vertically. You might even to miss you!
discover you enjoy talking that way!
October 29: Mercury-Jupiter meetup
October 10: Venus-Mars square With expansive Jupiter pulling out the stops in
You could feel extra sensitive as the cosmic duo of your romance sector alongside the communication
romance (Venus) and action (Mars) clash in your planet, you’ll be able to express your feelings and let
houses of sensuality and sexuality. It’s getting hot your love interest know exactly how you feel. This
in here—but don’t get burned to a crisp. It’ll be all zone also rules playfulness, so make a point to bring
too easy to take things personally or to take offense more fun into your love life!
at innocuous comments. A fast-moving relationship
could unearth some buried fears. Give yourself October 31: Venus-Uranus opposition
time and space to process your emotions. It’s a thin line between love and hate. Declarations
of undying devotion today might be null and void
October 12: Sun-Pluto square tomorrow. Uranus is not a planet of stability (to
Your emotions are charged up and you’re on the put it mildly), so take things with a grain of salt,
warpath. But before you go blaming and shaming, whether you have the sudden desire to merge—or
make sure you’re not setting up a double standard ditch—a situation!
by accusing someone of things you’ve done
yourself. One of you could act clingy or needy
while the other pulls away. Ugh! Take a break
October: Career Hotspots October 24: Taurus full moon

This once-a-year event in your teamwork and
October 2: Mercury-Pluto square tech zone could signal a major group victory
Watch what you say at the office or with clients, and or kick off an exciting collaboration. It’s also
don’t be too quick to spout off about your grievances an auspicious time to launch any new digital or
to anyone. By the same token, other people may multimedia ventures.
seem secretive or calculating, but don’t read anything
into it! It might just be your imagination. October 29: Mercury-Jupiter meetup
No more toiling in anonymity! The world, or at least
October 10: Mercury-Uranus opposition a small chunk of it, might recognize your creative
Hold your tongue (and your fire). Speaking without talents and beat a path to your door (or website). It’s
thinking could lead to some regrettable comments an incredible day for visioning and inventing. You
today, and the repercussions could linger well after could hit on one of your most brilliant ideas yet.
the smoke has cleared.
October 31-December 2: Venus in Libra
October 12: Sun-Pluto square The love planet backs into Libra for an encore,
People could try to play on your emotions, manipulate reprising its visit from summer. Issues that didn’t get
or blackmail you. Send a clear, firm message that resolved then could be up for referendum now. This
flattery will get them nowhere with you. You know may be your last chance to get it right for a while, so
what they say: “No” is a complete sentence. be proactive! But note that Venus is retrograde until
November 16, which could bring up major mood
October 19: Mercury-Neptune trine swings and hurt feelings. Focus on resolving those
This is a red-letter day for creativity, brainstorming so you can move forward.
and going with the flow. It’s not so great for highly
detailed projects or decision-making. Take a break
from that kind of work to explore new horizons and
(if you can) get away from your workspace to take November 7: Scorpio new moon
in some inspiration from the wider world. It’s a big day to kick off a fresh chapter in your love
life. This annual event powers up your fifth house
October 24: Sun-Uranus opposition of romance and self-expression. Been sidelined
Outsized egos could disrupt the harmony of a in the dating game? Throw yourself back in. You
group. That said, sometimes it’s helpful to have a might meet someone with lasting potential in the
strong, charismatic spokesperson to be the face of next two weeks. Couples won’t have to work hard
a campaign. Just make sure that whoever occupies to enjoy a mojo reboot!
that role isn’t just a figurehead. Find someone with
a passion for the cause—maybe it’s you who needs
to step up as the voice of the people?
November 9: Venus-Mars trine November 30: Venus-Uranus opposition

Sweet surrender! You may slip into a sentimental, Change is in the air. Are you facing up to it or
affectionate mood as the lovebirds team up in your being an “ostrich” and burying your head in the
passion corners. The nicest takeaway is that you sand? Under this stressful clash, your emotions
can have scorching sexuality and true love with the might be an ever-shifting landscape, particularly
same person. if you’re not clear about what you want for the
future. Rather than let this play out in an obsessive
November 15-December 31: Mars in Pisces loop, find a healthy outlet for your anxiety.
You could be attracted to someone wildly different
from you, and your usual “types,” with passionate
Mars heating up your adventure and travel house
November: Career Hotspots
for the rest of the year. Whether single or spoken November 6-March 7: Uranus in Aries
for, the desire amplifies the further you go from When the unpredictable planet backs into reverse
your comfort zone—geographic, emotional, sexual. in your professional zone, you could hit a speed
Cross-cultural chemistry could ignite. bump or get sent back to the drawing board to
tweak your plans. Disappointing, sure. But this
November 16: Venus retrograde ends presents an opportunity to revisit your big-picture
Romance rebalanced! Love planet Venus ends goals. Perhaps you’ve made too dramatic a move
a tricky backspin that started on October 5. If since Uranus left Aries in May. Here’s one last
emotions have been raw or you’ve said things you chance to reconnect to old mentors and to make
regret, make amends. Been on the fence about a sure you’re not throwing the bambino out with the
love interest or whether to stay together? You’ll get bathwater. Hold off on big launches, especially if
clarity soon enough. they involve technology, until March 2019, when
Uranus will move on for good.
November 23: Gemini full moon
This annual lunation in your twelfth house of November 8, 2018-December 2, 2019:
healing and transitions can help you release a Jupiter in Sagittarius
grudge or hurt that has you in its clutches. If As expansive Jupiter blasts into your sixth house
you need to talk to someone for closure, initiate of organization, service and wellbeing, it’s time to
the conversation. (It’s entirely possible they don’t get down to brass tacks. This will be an incredibly
even know you’re feeling this way.) If you’re productive 13 months: You’ll finally be able to
trapped in a codependent dynamic or hoping polish your skills, perfect your systems, and earn a
somebody doesn’t let you down, you’ve got solid living while making a difference. But you need
cosmic clearance to rip off the Band-Aid and get to conserve your own resources. Delegate duties,
on with your life. hire the right assistants and service providers, and
inject some healthy rituals into your daily routine.

The fast track is calling your name! Go huge for
the rest of 2018 while go-getter Mars blazes a trail December 1-12: Mercury in Scorpio
through your ninth house of risk-taking and worldly As the expressive planet wraps up its last retrograde
adventures. You may have to travel for work or of the year in your love zone, old problems and
navigate the stresses of a long-distance client in a tensions could flare up. Try to get to the root of
far-flung time zone. them rather than reading from the same tired
scripts. During this time, you could reconnect with
November 16-December 6: Mercury an ex—for better or worse.
retrograde
When the analytical planet shifts into reverse in December 2-31: Venus in Scorpio
your organized sixth house, it may be time for some Vampy Venus grooves into your lustful, flirtatious
serious stress management. Start by holding others fifth house, giving you irresistible magnetism
accountable and stop letting the slackers off the and turning up the heat. There could be indoor
hook. There’s a big job to attend to, and this is “put fireworks, but also more than a little drama.
up or shut up” time!
December 6: Mercury retrograde ends
November 19: Mars-Jupiter square You can exhale now. Those three weeks of bickering
Too much! With excessive Jupiter at odds with and nitpicking come to an end as Mercury corrects
stressful Mars, you may suffer an executive function course. The last few days may have been especially
meltdown. Part of you is all about the big picture, eventful, but finally the drama starts to die down.
but another side is lost in the details. What you need
is someone to help you prioritize and “force” you to December 21: Venus-Neptune trine
delegate. You’re good, but you’re still only one Crab! You could get swept up in a wave of dreamy,
romantic vibes under the spell of these two fantasy-
November 26: Sun-Jupiter meetup weaving planets. Enjoy the emotional high—just
Stroke of genius? Why, yes indeed! You’re feeling remember that this is a peak, and there will also
inspired, on-point and eager to take the wheel. Use be valleys.
this energetic power surge to break down a grand
vision into manageable steps—you’ll be the first
one across the finish line.
December 1-12: Mercury in Scorpio
Drama alert! Mercury retrograde has been causing
stress and organizational chaos for the past two
weeks. Today it backs into your flamboyant fifth
house for the last week of its backspin, which could
“Mental Mercury lights up your detail-minded sixth house,

sharpening your analytical abilities to laser precision!
You’re in serious project-manager mode and will be able
to focus on the nitty-gritty and the big picture.”
bring major egos and dramas into the open. You right now. Get the brilliant ideas down on paper
can’t control others, but you can manage your own (or a notes app). You can tweak all the moving
knee-jerk reactions. parts later.
December 2: Sun-Mars square December 7: Sagittarius new moon

These action-oriented planets may spur you to This inspirational lunar event is a perfect way to
make a move, but be careful about rushing into cap off the year and carry you into 2019 riding
anything you don’t have a proper plan for. And a big high. You’re eager to get organized, put
hold your verbal fire. While honesty is usually the the finishing touches on your master plan and
best policy, today your outspokenness or critical dive into it! Is your team in place, or are you still
comments could offend some less sturdy egos. interviewing recruits? Keep your standards high
and don’t compromise. You may have to exercise
December 5: Sun-Neptune square patience, but it’ll be worth it. This lunar lift lasts six
Your generous instincts are wonderful, but you months, so taking your time will not cause you to
might set yourself up for major stress if you lose ground.
overextend. So before you open your house up to
too many guests or offer to host an office cocktail December 12-31: Mercury in Sagittarius
party, do a reality check. Maybe it’s better to Mental Mercury lights up your detail-minded sixth
recommend a sweet B&B to out-of-town company house, sharpening your analytical abilities to laser
or look for a restaurant with a small and affordable precision! You’re in serious project-manager mode
banquet room. and will be able to focus on the nitty-gritty and the
big picture. Things may get chaotic next month, so
December 7: Mars-Neptune meetup do the lion’s share of the work now—and back up
You’ll want to go really big during this one-day your most important data!
motivational mashup. And why not? You’ve got
the whole package: the ideas, the stamina and the December 20: Sun-Uranus trine
persuasive powers to bring others on board. Don’t Don’t wait for others to express their opinions.
worry about whether every little detail is doable This planetary pairing encourages you to speak
with confidence and conviction about a project or

a cause you’re involved with. This isn’t a popularity
contest. You know what’s right and important, so
grab the mic and promote the hell out of it.

You can handle everything from the visioning and
branding to the tiniest detail today, so pour another
cup of coffee, roll up your sleeves and hunker down!
If you stay focused and put in the elbow grease, you
can get to the next phase before you break for the
holidays.

The second Cancer full moon of 2018 (the first
was on January 1) caps the year off with a personal
triumph or a moment of self-empowerment—or
both! Assert yourself, speak up, claim your rightful
place in the spotlight.

The world doesn’t need any more martyrs! Be
careful if you’ve volunteered to labor over the
holiday break, because you’re almost certain to get
saddled with the dirty work. Let the powers-that-be
know your limits instead of hoping others can guess
what they are. You’ve earned this time off! u
Leo 2018
LEO 2018 HOROSCOPE
L E O J ULY 23-AUGUST 2 2
The Highlights
LOVE cutting corners on the important stuff, so engage
Ch-ch-changes! Your relationships are shifting, a team of savvy specialists instead of doing
along with your priorities, as we enter the second everything DIY.
year of a seismic series of eclipses in Leo and
Aquarius. From 2017 to 2019, you’re going HEALTH & WELLNESS
through major personal transformations, which Feel it to heal it? This year’s stars spotlight your
will alter your entire approach to partnership. emotional wellbeing, helping you become sound
Eclipses bring surprising and swift events. You of mind, body and heart. Jupiter in your sensitive
could make a quick exit from a romance that’s fourth house will prioritize downtime and self-
run its course or you might rush off to City Hall care. Meantime, structured Saturn is in your
and tie the knot. Even rock-steady duos will go health and fitness zone until 2020, forcing you
through a big growth phase. To top that off, in to get regimented and reduce stress. Regular
November, expansive Jupiter starts a 13-month exercise and healthy eating are your new non-
visit to your passionate fifth house. One thing’s negotiables. You’ll need to say “no” (a Leo’s least
certain: Love will be anything but business as favorite word!) to a few things so you can make
usual in 2018! time for Numero Uno. This could prove harder
than it sounds, but set your FOMO aside in the
MONEY & CAREER name of your own health and happiness. July’s
Ambitious frontiers await! Mid-May, Cancer eclipse could be the perfect time for
revolutionary Uranus starts an eight-year visit spiritual healing or a retreat near water.
to Taurus and your professional tenth house—
its first time here in 77 years. Between now and FAMILY & FRIENDS
2026, you could explore a few wildly different Your clan takes center stage this year, as bountiful
career paths. Your work may involve technology Jupiter visits Scorpio and your fourth house of
or uniting people around a world-bettering home and family until November. This transit
cause. This year’s two Leo eclipses thrust you could bring a move, a pregnancy or a long-
into the spotlight, possibly without notice. Keep overdue renovation that turns Chateau Leo into
your glam squad on call! But it won’t be all red everyone’s favorite crash pad. Your relationship
carpets and rave reviews. Taskmaster Saturn is with your mother, a child or a female relative
in your administrative sixth house for the next could go through an important evolution. While
three years, demanding that everything you do there will be a few growing pains, your bond
is set up on a rock-solid foundation. There’s no should get tighter by the end of this year. u
LEO 2018 HOROSCOPE
LEO Horoscope
Power Dates for Leo
LEO NEW MOON
August 11 (solar eclipse)
LEO FULL MOON

January 31 (supermoon
& lunar eclipse)
LEO SOLAR RETURN

July 22–August 23
H
ello, brand-new you! You’re smack of dark paper glasses and new terms like “path of
in the middle of a rip-roaring totality,” you were shot out of a cosmic cannon.
reinvention tour, Leo, and 2018 will Out with the old Leo, in with the new!
keep the curveballs coming. These
seismic shifts are being powered by a series of Keep riding the waves of change, because 2018
eclipses in Leo, which touch down in your sign brings another pair of epic eclipses in your sign.
from February 2017 until January 2019. Eclipses And while they won’t be visible across the U.S.,
sweep away what no longer serves you and usher in the lack of public spectacle doesn’t diminish their
the new. Last year, you may have been catapulted power. On January 31, a total lunar (full moon)
into a new reality by the February 2017 Leo lunar eclipse in Leo will bring together whatever started
eclipse and the now-epic Leo total solar eclipse at the August 2017 event. A solar eclipse on August
that blanketed the continental U.S. in August 2017. 11 will give you another push to be bold and put
While the rest of the zodiac was left with a trail yourself out there.
LEO 2018 HOROSCOPE
Meantime, your home life, relationships and through Taurus and your professional tenth house.
career will all undergo changes—so don’t get Between now and April 2026, your path may get
too comfortable in that lion’s den! There are also exciting but unpredictable. You’ll crave more
two eclipses in Aquarius and your committed freedom and flexibility, and you could get involved
relationship house this year, which will radically in a cutting-edge business that involves technology
revamp your romantic and business partnerships. (Uranus’ domain) or a progressive agenda
You may find yourself drawn to a wildly different (politics or social justice work, maybe?). Making a
“type” or clicking with a kindred spirit out of the difference and supporting a good cause is right up
blue. As the Leo eclipses reshuffle your priorities, your bighearted alley. If you’ve been working in a
you’ll radiate a different kind of energy, which stagnant, ho-hum role, Uranus will shake that up.
might change the type of people you attract. If With your natural Leo star power, you could be
you’re part of a solid duo, the role you play could tapped by headhunters or “discovered” while out
evolve dramatically! and about. Stranger things have happened!
This year’s stars will give you roots and wings. While Change may seem like the only constant this year,
you’ll be out there in the wider world making your but you do have some heavenly assistance if you
mark, 2018 also finds you craving domesticity and want to get grounded. Helping to bring order to any
downtime. Expansive Jupiter will visit Scorpio cosmic chaos is taskmaster Saturn, which is visiting
until November 18, bringing new adventures to Capricorn and your systematic sixth house until
your fourth house of home, family and femininity. the end of 2020. This year, Saturn is streamlining
This year could bring a change of address or your approach to work, wellbeing and efficiency,
the expansion of your clan, perhaps through teaching you important lifehacks and helping you
pregnancy or adoption. (In one notable example, get better at prioritizing. Managing stress will be
Leo Kylie Jenner announced a pregnancy right tantamount. Most Leos don’t know their limits
before this cycle began, and will become a first-time (what are those?), and besides, you hate to say
mom while Jupiter is here.) The urge to nest, bake, “no” to an opportunity. But feeding your FOMO
decorate and nurture may strike with a vengeance. comes at a price. The stress, chaos and even health
Good thing your sign loves to entertain, especially breakdowns aren’t worth the cost. Prepare to learn
in your own regally-appointed digs! You’ll be more tough but important lessons about delegating and
in tune with your emotions under these sensitive time management.
skies, so carve out enough solitude and manage any
mood swings. Women and children could play an Silver lining? You can use those spare hours for fun!
important role. On November 8, Jupiter moves into fellow fire sign
Sagittarius and ignites your playful, passionate fifth
Personal life changes, and possible relocation, house. Bring on the joie de vivre! Leo is the natural
could be tied to shifts in your career. On May 15, ruler of this zodiac house, so you’re truly in the zone
irreverent Uranus will begin an eight-year voyage as the year closes out. Self-expression and passion
LEO 2018 HOROSCOPE
“Time-out, Leo! While 2018 is a bustling year, your

personal life will take a starring role. Until November,
expansive Jupiter is in Scorpio and your fourth house
of home and family, making your nest feel #blessed.”
are now your guiding principles, and Jupiter can moving across the country. Jupiter was last in
spark a creative renaissance. Heavy emotions will Scorpio from October 25, 2005 until November
dissipate and you’ll feel ready to share the new- 23, 2006. Page back for clues of what could
and-improved Leo 2.0 with the world. Lights, emerge again.
camera, action!
Have you dreamed of living abroad for a year—or
Jupiter in Scorpio: Home at last. even a couple months? Arrange a home swap or
October 10, 2017–November 8, 2018 put your things in storage and go explore. Sure that
sounds easier said than done, but with audacious
Time-out, Leo! While 2018 is a bustling year, Jupiter here, this is your time to take a bold leap!
your personal life will take a starring role. Until “Home” could soon be wherever you rest your head
November, expansive Jupiter is in Scorpio and your that night. You’ll learn how to bring the creature
fourth house of home and family, making your comforts that help you feel settled anywhere. Just be
nest feel #blessed. The fourth house sits at the very discerning while Jupiter is retrograde from March
bottom of the astrology wheel, and it represents 8 to July 10, which could stall any overly-ambitious
your foundations—emotional, financial, familial. plans. Take a break from draining relatives and
What do you need to feel secure, Leo? This cycle, constant couch-crashers, and honor your need for
which only happens every 12 years, finds you personal space.
rethinking what makes you truly feel rooted and
connected to your clan. Luckily, Leos are adventurous souls, and it doesn’t
take much to convince you to try new things. One
It’s a bit of a paradox, because on-the-go Jupiter friend of ours, the owner of a beautiful Victorian
rules travel—which is pretty much the opposite home, was approached by a location scout during
of the homey, hunkered-down fourth house vibe. this Jupiter transit—could they rent her home to shoot a
Chateau Leo could be a bustling epicenter this year. movie? The producers put her family up in a hotel
Maybe you’ll host a rotating cast of houseguests, or while they transformed her house into a film set—
rent out your place on Airbnb for extra income. You and she earned enough to pay her mortgage.
might explore investing in a weekend or vacation
property. Some Leos may get a long-distance job Have you been a nomad or a renter for as long as
offer—and just like that, you’re packing up and you can remember? Jupiter could come along and
make an honest homeowner out of you. While
LEO 2018 HOROSCOPE
Leos love the limelight, your regal sign also craves you might get really into exploring your heritage
grand quarters where you can host your zillion and ancestry (especially on your mom’s side of
friends, entertain and hold court. With bigger- the family tree). Under this nostalgic influence,
is-better Jupiter here, you may move to a larger you could vacation to favorite childhood haunts
place, renovate or redecorate. But even if it’s a or bring a new love home to meet the family and
500-square-foot studio apartment, you’ll find a tour your hometown. Your soul will be soothed
way to stuff everyone around a foldout table and by spending quality time with nurturing people
serve an unforgettable feast—followed by an epic who adore you unconditionally. Hopefully, you’re
dance party! lucky enough to have a couple of those in your
family tree. If not, carve out time for your “chosen
With Jupiter’s entrepreneurial influence stoking family” and go visit beloved friends.
your indie spirit, 2018 is a great year to start a
home-based business. That cottage industry you’ve Deepening your bonds, Jupiter will form a rare
been quietly developing could soon require its own and harmonious trine (120-degree angle) to
office space! Carve out a corner—or take over a compassionate Neptune from May until August.
spare room—but make dedicated zones for your Neptune is in your eighth house of intimacy,
creativity to flourish. During this sensitive cycle, merging and shared resources—another super-
you might take a job that involves hospitality or emotional part of the zodiac wheel. Your moods
working with families and children. With Jupiter might be intense, but they’re also giving you near-
at its farthest point away from your tenth house of psychic guidance. The Jupiter-Neptune trine will
career and corporate life, some Leos will want to sharpen your intuition, so carve out enough quiet
work remotely or lighten their schedules altogether. time to tune in. Feelings can get complex and
Frankly, you’ll be a lot more productive from the heavy at times, drawing you into their depths.
comfort of your couch (or your cozy corner café) This could be a productive time to work with a
than you will in a fluorescent-lit cubicle. Craft therapist, spiritual counselor or healer to process
a compelling case to cut your commute and the painful parts of your past.
powers-that-be might just let you try it, even once
or twice a week. Is that the stork we see circling overhead? This
alignment can make some Leos extra fertile, as
Did someone say ma-ma? The fourth house rules flowy Neptune is in your reproductive sector and
motherhood and women. Some Leos could expansive Jupiter is in your family house. Even if
expand their clans this year via pregnancy or you don’t get a bouncing bundle, you could make
adoption, IVF or a blended family situation. Your a “permanent” gesture such as getting engaged,
relationship to your mother or a close female may buying a home together or moving in with a mate.
go through a growth phase. Perhaps it’s time to With karmic Neptune in this wealth-driven sector,
move into new roles instead of viewing each other you might receive an inheritance or a financial gift
through old and outworn dynamics. In 2018, from a relative. Maybe your great-aunt leaves you
LEO 2018 HOROSCOPE
“Paintbrush please! Jupiter in this sensitive part of your

chart will stoke your creativity. An art class or design
workshop could provide an inspired outlet for the intense
energy you’ll channel during this emotional phase.”
her old farmhouse, or a generous family member passionate and playful fifth house. Your lust for life
offers to be the “angel investor,” lending you seed (and a few other things) returns with a vengeance.
capital for a startup. Career-wise, a powerful Leo is the natural ruler of the zodiac’s fifth house,
woman could step in as a mentor and advisor—or and you’ll host lucky Jupiter here for a full 13
she might become your official partner in a joint months. After spending most of 2018 surfing the
venture. You may score big with a business idea emotion ocean, you’ll emerge from that cocoon as
that’s marketed to women (especially moms). You a fiery fixture on the scene.
could also earn a nice lump sum through real estate
or a home-related venture. Is it time to get your Lights, camera, action—this expressive Jupiter
broker’s license or take an interior design course? phase rouses your inner performance artist. You
could attract fame or draw attention with your
Paintbrush please! Jupiter in this sensitive part of creative talents. Not only will you be bursting at
your chart will stoke your creativity. An art class or the seams to share your brilliance, you’ll attract an
design workshop could provide an inspired outlet eager audience. Build that fanbase, Leo!
for the intense energy you’ll channel during this
emotional phase. Maybe you’ll take up the “home New romance—or rebooted passion—could end
arts”—knitting, gardening, baking—to unwind. this year on a sizzling note. Grab the mistletoe—
Jupiter in Scorpio brings out your inner granny, so the holidays might be hot-hot-hot from start to
don’t knock it ‘til you try it! With all the change finish! With Jupiter in this fertile zone, some Leos
happening in the rest of your chart, you could find could get a surprise package…in the form of a
these old-fashioned pastimes surprisingly soothing. positive pregnancy test! Single? Devote a chunk of
your New Year’s resolutions to flirting, dating and
enjoying epic love affairs. The fifth house is more
Jupiter in Sagittarius: Romance
about romantic love than actual commitment. Not
turns up the heat. that you won’t attract quality contenders, but your
November 8, 2018–December 2, 2019 focus will be more on enjoying the moment than
nailing down a LTR or picking out china patterns.
Come out, come out! Just in time for the holidays, For attached Leos, this is a great time to expand your
Jupiter exits your emo fourth house and swings comfort zone with travel, new hobbies and learning
into fellow fire-sign Sagittarius, heating up your together. Flamenco lessons and a trip to Barcelona,
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maybe? Go big with those bucket-list items. The your current support squad. Who are the people
couple that plays together, stays together! on Team Leo? And does Team Leo even exist?
Weed out the slackers and upgrade to a capable
Saturn in Capricorn: Everything in crew. It’s time to start spreading the work around
its place. and focusing on what author Gay Hendrix calls
your “zone of genius” in his book The Big Leap
(recommended reading, BTW).
Order in the Leo court! That royal edict comes
Identify the time-sucks and call in the specialists.
courtesy of master-planner Saturn, the zodiac’s
Maybe you hire a bookkeeper instead of doing your
tough teacher and integrity inspector. For the
own taxes, or pay someone to clean the house and
next three years, Saturn will be marching through
handle basic tasks that break your productive stride.
Capricorn and your sixth house of health,
Learn to practice the underrated art of asking for
organization and work processes. It’s time to trim
help—and accepting it. Soon, the only hat you’ll be
the excess and address your top priorities—the
wearing is your Leo crown! Lead with compassion
ones that keep your life humming happily along.
and grace, and your people will stay loyal for the
(And no, you can’t have more than five of those,
long haul.
okay?) Put another way, what do you want to be the
Queen or King of in this lifetime? Pick one or two
Are you living in chaos or surrounded by piles of
things. Go!
half-finished projects? This year, you’re cosmically
commanded to sort, simplify and systematize. Go
Let’s be honest, Leo. You have a habit of spreading
on a decluttering spree that would give tidying-up
yourself way too thin—not that anyone would
tycoon Marie Kondo a run for her “life-changing”
know it. You make multitasking look so joyous and
money. Or (Saturn tip!) hire a professional organizer
easy. Of course you’re having a blast planning the
to create an efficient system.
companywide picnic by yourself…all while raising
a family, training for a charity 5K and running two
With regimented Saturn in your wellness zone, the
side businesses…um, right? If there’s a leadership
next three years could bring a big health makeover.
post open, your hand shoots skyward as if pulled
You might radically revamp your eating and
by an invisible string. Your zodiac sign could be
sleeping habits or be forced to reduce stress that’s
changed to “sign me up”!
taking a toll. Weighty Saturn can make the process
feel daunting at first. But it’s a slippery slope. You
Well, Leo, it’s time to take a little break from all
resist going to the gym because you have “so much
that extra-ness. The sixth house rules assistants and
to do.” Then, you eat a crappy, carb-laden lunch at
with managerial Saturn in this sector, delegating is
your desk or work late and skip dinner. Before you
the skill you need to sharpen. How about getting
know it, you have zero energy and life feels bleak.
a little help around here? Start by taking stock of
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When personal trainer Saturn blows his whistle, self-diagnosing. You might decide to change
slip on your sneakers and go! You don’t have physicians this year; gather recommendations and
to join sunrise boot camp or drink the Master read reviews. Tough Saturn could bring annoying
Cleanse. Aim for regular movement (that can be red tape with health insurance, so research policies
a walk or a bike ride), paired with healthy meals before picking a plan.
and consistent sleep patterns. If need be, scale back
your extracurriculars to prioritize self-care. You Saturn was last in Capricorn from 1988 to 1991,
might adopt a pet or take on a volunteer post—but and this time, it will travel alongside internal Pluto,
don’t underestimate the level of responsibility this which is in this part of your chart from 2008 to
could involve. 2024. The mind-body-spirit health connection will
be especially strong, and you’ll want to take a holistic
The sixth house rules the digestive system, and approach to any lifestyle changes. Pay attention to
this Saturn cycle could emphasize “gut health.” In “invisible” stuff that affects your wellbeing, from
recent studies, imbalances here have been linked to a coworker’s bad energy to a chronic-complainer
everything from allergies to autoimmune disease. friend who exudes constant negativity to toxins
The saying “you are what you eat” could ring true in your water, air and daily products. Set firm
with Saturn in Capricorn. While you don’t have boundaries with people who dump their problems
to switch to a plant-based menu or cut out entire on you. Switch to cruelty-free and natural beauty
food groups, you could discover a fascinating link and cleaning goods—you don’t have to be obsessive,
between food and wellbeing. Look into the low- but read the labels.
FODMAP diet (with a medical doctor) if you suffer
from digestive disorders. For the last decade, Pluto in Capricorn has sent
you on a quest to find meaningful work and make
Saturn rules the skin, teeth, bone structure and a difference. If your job isn’t satisfying on a soul
skeletal system. Are you getting enough calcium? level, this Saturn cycle could give you the guts to
Breakouts, rashes or eczema could also be finally make concrete changes. But you may need
indicators that your system isn’t properly breaking new skills and certifications first (Saturn rules
down food, or (sorry to go there) that your bowels credentials).
and elimination system aren’t functioning at full
speed. You might implement (doctor-approved) This could be a good time to take an easy “bridge
changes, such as taking a daily probiotic or job” while you go back to school or gain experience
working with a naturopath. through a more entry-level position. Hard work
and humility will bring bountiful returns—as long
Saturn rules experienced professionals and this is as you’re working toward your passion instead of
no time to skate by on the advice of an uncertified suffering in a thankless role. Pay the requisite dues
“health coach” and Dr. Google (or, ahem, your instead of “faking it ‘til you make it.”
astrologers!). Ask your doctor, get tests and avoid
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“Liberated Uranus only visits this part of your chart every 84

years, so this is a once-in-a-lifetime chance to catapult yourself
onto a wildly different path. But even if you’re perfectly content
in your day job, it’s always important to be open to change.”
Uranus in Taurus: New career individuality in a way that doesn’t alienate people
frontiers. or brand you as an outcast?
May 15, 2018–April 26, 2026
Uranus here will inspire you to question authority
Craving a career change? Ready or not, one could and break a few rules in the name of progress. If
be coming your way. On May 15, Uranus, the you’re in a leadership role, you could become a
planet of revolution and curveballs, will start an Steve Jobs or Guy Kawasaki type, evangelizing for
eight-year visit to Taurus, shaking up your tenth progress or championing innovation. You’ll crave
house of long-term goals and ambition. Your more freedom in your workday life. And you’ll
professional path could veer down some interesting seek commitments—whether in love, friendship or
side roads between now and April 2026. career—that make you feel most expansive. You
may take a job with flexible hours or a creative role.
Liberated Uranus only visits this part of your chart
every 84 years, so this is a once-in-a-lifetime chance This free-spirited vibe isn’t exactly new to you,
to catapult yourself onto a wildly different path. But Leo. Since March 2011, Uranus has been blazing
even if you’re perfectly content in your day job, it’s through Aries, activating your ninth house of
always important to be open to change. Companies travel, higher learning and entrepreneurship. You
restructure, management shuffles, clients shift their may have dabbled in unconventional hobbies or
strategy. Uranus in Taurus will keep you on your metaphysical study. With nomadic Uranus in this
toes, pushing you to stay up on the latest techniques globetrotting zone, offbeat destinations appealed to
and industry standards. You can establish yourself you—music festivals, adventure travel, living off the
as a pioneering leader or become a recognized grid. Uranus in Aries piqued your curiosity about
“influencer” in your field. the wider world and you forged friendships with a
diverse group of people.
Rebellious Uranus in your traditional tenth house
can present quite a paradox. After all, you’ve got It’s been an interesting run—and now it’s time to
the most disruptive and eccentric planet visiting funnel these discoveries into your next career phase.
the part of your chart that’s focused on goals, long- If you’ve longed to open your own business, you
term plans and status. How can you express your could start one now. With Uranus at the helm, it
won’t be a straight shot to the top. A career that
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“Your relationships will get an extreme makeover in February

and July, when two eclipses in Aquarius sweep through your
seventh house of partnerships. It only makes sense that, as
you change, your interpersonal dynamics will also fluctuate.”
involves technology, broadcasting, TV or online Four of this year’s five eclipses will shake up these
sales could do well now. You might brush up your areas of your life, pushing you to renegotiate the
own computer skills during this transit to position balance between “me” and “we.”
yourself for a higher pay bracket. However, this
Uranus cycle reminds you that money and prestige In January and August, eclipses in Leo will shake up
aren’t everything—especially not if they come at your first house of solo endeavors, catapulting you
the cost of your freedom. into the hotseat. You could be inspired to put your
all into a passion project, or you may become the
Uranus will turn retrograde on August 7, slowing spokesperson for a cutting-edge platform. You might
down some of your ambitious plans until January completely revamp your appearance or rebrand a
6, 2019. It will take one last dip back into Aries business, as these eclipses inspire you to present a
from November 6, 2018 until March 7, 2019—an sleek new image to the world. Last year’s epic total
opportunity to travel, study or take a little break solar eclipse (on August 21, 2017) fell in your sign
from any heavy responsibilities. This is also a and really set the wheels in motion. This year’s
great time to work with a coach or take a personal eclipses could build on what you started last summer.
growth workshop. Any effort you make to gain
self-awareness will help you when Uranus hunkers Your relationships will get an extreme makeover in
down in Taurus for the long haul next March, February and July, when two eclipses in Aquarius
because you’ll be able to choose a path that aligns sweep through your seventh house of partnerships.
with the person you’ve become. It only makes sense that, as you change, your
interpersonal dynamics will also fluctuate. Eclipses
Eclipses in Leo & Aquarius: Personal can bring curveballs or a surprising turn of events.
& partnership changes. Some Leos might dramatically exit a duo or—
conversely—leap into a serious relationship. You
may part ways with a longtime work collaborator
or ink a major business deal.
Big life changes: incoming! From February 2017 to
January 2019, a series of galvanizing eclipses are
Where are your relationships lopsided? Take
falling on the Leo/Aquarius axis, reshuffling both
inventory: Do you give too much and end up in
your personal identity and your closest partnerships.
codependent or draining dynamics? On the flip
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“Eclipses bring unexpected news designed to wake

us up and inspire big shifts. Your health and fitness
regimens get an upgrade and you might make a radical
change to your lifestyle or quit an addictive habit.”
side, maybe you demand exceedingly high levels

of loyalty from people, and nobody can meet
those standards. These two pairs of eclipses
can help you forge a middle ground. Prepare to
renegotiate your terms and move into greater
levels of mutuality this year.
Cancer Solar Eclipse: Let’s get

metaphysical.
July 12
Let go to begin anew? On July 12, a partial solar

(new moon) eclipse falls in Cancer and your twelfth
house of closure, healing and transitions. This will
kick off a new eclipse series falling on the Cancer/
Capricorn axis between now and July 2020.
Eclipses bring unexpected news designed to wake
us up and inspire big shifts. Your health and fitness
regimens get an upgrade and you might make a
radical change to your lifestyle or quit an addictive
habit. The next two years could ignite a powerful
new interest in mysticism, the afterlife and holistic
health. Near this year’s Cancer eclipse (the only
one in 2018), you may get an eye-opening sign
about something you need to release or transform.
Holding on is futile, Leo. Let go and allow the
universe to heal this situation. You might have a
dream of a departed relative or mourn a loss if
you’ve been avoiding the painful process. u
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LEO: HOTSPOTS BY MONTH

January: Love Hotspots January 17-February 10: Venus in Aquarius
Today the love planet sails into your commitment
January 1: Cancer full moon (supermoon) zone. Over the coming three weeks, soften your
Sweet surrender! This potent lunation in your approach in your important relationships. This
twelfth house of healing and closure may be transit can bring back the harmony or attract
the thing that finally helps you wave buh-bye to prospects with long-term potential.
something you’ve been clinging to. Since it’s New
Year’s Day, you could have an epiphany about a January 26-March 17: Mars in Sagittarius
person or behavior that’s holding you back and Not only is lusty lover Mars jetting into fiery
simply move on. Sagittarius, he’s also making his infrequent (once
every two years) visit to your passionate, amorous
January 6: Mars-Jupiter meetup fifth house for the next eight weeks. What do you
Today’s fashion tip: Take an emotional risk and want, Leo? It’s yours for the asking.
dare to wear your heart on your sleeve. Don’t let
your fear of hurting people prevent you from being January 31-February 17: Mercury in Aquarius
honest and transparent. A little wakeup call may be When the communication planet sails into air-
exactly what they need. sign Aquarius and your relationship house, it
will help you find the right words to bring up a
January 9: Venus-Pluto meetup sensitive issue with a partner or initiate “the talk”
Your ability to go deep and show your about next steps. Single? There’ll be no such
supportiveness builds trust and enhances intimacy. thing as too much flirting or sexy banter for the
But look in the mirror: Are you micromanaging next few weeks.
your mate? It’s up to you to set firm boundaries.
Slipping into the role of parent or therapist puts
both of you at risk for codependency.
January 6: Mercury-Uranus trine
January 13: Venus-Uranus square With these innovator planets aligned, you’ll want
This tough-love transit reminds you to uphold to capture all your inspired and creative thoughts
your emotional boundaries and listen to how you to come back to later when your brain is operating
speak to your intimate connections. You may have at a slower pace. If you haven’t taken your first step
the answers, but you don’t want to come off as a on any resolutions yet, you might have a light-bulb
know-it-all. When you do speak your truth, do so epiphany on the perfect way to kick one off.
with compassion.
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January 6: Mars-Jupiter meetup January 24: Mercury-Pluto meetup

This would be a great day to work from home— Take a deep dive into a focused project. With this
you’d actually get way more accomplished than powerhouse of a pairing in your analytical sixth
at the office. See if you can arrange that. If you house, no detail will escape your watchful gaze.
can’t, bring a homey touch to your workspace or Your intuition could clue you in to something that
change the wallpaper on your screen to make you feels “off.” Give things a final look-over to make
feel more serene. sure you didn’t miss any errors.
January 9: Sun-Pluto meetup January 26-March 17: Mars in Sagittarius

Set your ego aside and tap a junior person to work You’ll get a burst of creative energy during this
with you on a project. This up-and-comer could every-other-year transit that forces you out of
become your secret weapon. Another good way hiding. Express yourself through innovative artistic
to rise through the ranks is by making yourself projects, and share your talents more courageously.
indispensable to a powerful person. Just watch an argumentative streak or being too in-
your-face.
When the mental planet swings into your detail- January 28: Mercury-Uranus square
minded sixth house, your mind will be sharp and Your shocking and outspoken comments won’t
focused. Don’t rush through tasks. The more you pore sit well with more conservative, restrained types.
over them, the better a problem solver you’ll become. If you’re not careful, you could create a bit of
chaos. On the flipside, if things have gotten too
January 12: Mercury-Saturn meetup micromanaged or predictable, your spontaneity
This is one of the best days of the year for getting and honesty may be just what the doctor ordered.
organized, taking care of minutiae and making
long-term projections and calculations. Hit pause January 31: Leo full moon (total lunar
sometime during the day to strategize and fine-tune eclipse & supermoon)
your master plan. This second full moon of the year (the first was on
January 1) might herald a significant “coming out”
January 16: Capricorn new moon moment for you. It’s not like you to dim your light,
Talk about motivation! This once-a-year event but if you’ve been holding back lately, prepare for
can help you get resolutions underway—or write your big reveal!
some new ones! What are your highest goals? You
could streamline your workflow, start a serious January 31-February 17: Mercury in Aquarius
fitness regimen or dive into a passion project. Set a When the social messenger planet wings into your
benchmark for where you’d like to be in six months, seventh house of interpersonal connections, it can
at the corresponding full moon. bring some exciting partnership opportunities.
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“When the communication planet joins loving Venus in

your intimate, erotic eighth house, you’ll feel emboldened
to express a secret fantasy or your deepest emotions.”
These next few weeks are good for negotiations, February 17: Mars-Neptune square
inking contracts and restoring balance to any Impulse check! Acting on a suspicion or hazy
associations that have gotten out of alignment. information could land you in hot water. Before you
fling accusations and stir up drama, get the facts.
Nebulous Neptune could bring out unfounded
February: Love Hotspots jealousy and paranoia—which you could also be on
February 4: Venus-Jupiter square the receiving end of today. You might be gullible
Close the opinion polls! Do you really want your and easily swayed by a strong sexual attraction. Has
loved ones’ input about your love life anyway? this person really earned your trust?
You’re a strong-willed person, and listening to other
people can cause to you second-guess yourself— February 17-March 6: Mercury in Pisces
NOT a good move for a Leo! When the communication planet joins loving
Venus in your intimate, erotic eighth house, you’ll
February 10-March 6: Venus in Pisces feel emboldened to express a secret fantasy or your
Off the fence you go! You’ll either be all in or all out deepest emotions. Work on building trust with
when the love planet grooves into your eighth house someone worthy over the next couple weeks.
of deep emotions, sex and soul merging.
February 21: Venus-Neptune meetup
February 15: Aquarius new moon (and This is a deep, emotional mashup, the only one
of its kind all year. You might be seeing someone
partial solar eclipse)
through rose-colored glasses or feel the pull of an
Chinese Year of the Dog
intense sexual attraction. No judging here, but be
Is it time to make it official? A six-month chapter
aware that what you might think is a casual hookup
begins for committed relationships. Turn to a
could cause you to fall head over heels in love—or
fresh page if you’re coupled up and be willing to
at least lust—and there’s no easy way out.
try something new as a duo. Single? You can (and
should) start your search in earnest. Today also
marks the Chinese New Year in the sign of the February 25: Venus-Mars square
loyal Dog, which bodes well with the “faithful- You may feel conflicted about how to proceed
companion” theme of this new moon. with a romantic prospect. Part of you is ready to
don the scuba gear and dive in, but another part
isn’t quite there yet. While you crave intimacy, you
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might not be ready to give up your equally strong February 17-March 6: Mercury in Pisces
need for adventure. When the analytical planet swoops into your single-
minded eighth house, you’ll have the focus to tackle
highly detailed work and do some deep, behind-
February: Career Hotspots the-scenes investigation.
February 10: Sun-Jupiter square
Your intuition is a pretty good compass, but it February 25: Mercury-Neptune meetup
isn’t always reliable. Today, your desire for a Logic and intuition intertwine as clever Mercury
certain outcome could blind you to the reality of a and psychic Neptune unite in your deep-diving
situation and cause you to overreact. Remember— eighth house. Don’t take things at face value, as
you’re their coworker, not their caretaker! If you’re there may be a lot more here than meets the eye.
the one leaning too heavily on a work partner for You could experience déjà-vu or have near-psychic
support, pull back. flashes. But with foggy Neptune involved, you’ll
want to let the information settle before you jump
February 13: Mercury-Jupiter square to any conclusions.
Don’t tell people what they want to hear just to
keep the peace. There’s a limit to how much you February 28: Mercury-Mars square
can shape-shift to accommodate others, and you Don’t rush to gush. You may suspect that you’ve
should spell that out explicitly to a colleague, client solved a mystery, thanks to analytical Mercury in
or collaborator. If a needy person is draining you your investigative eighth house. A harsh beam from
with their demands, strengthen your boundaries. impatient Mars could spur you to tip your hand
You’re not doing either one of you any favors by before you’ve got the whole story. Do a little more
enabling them. sleuthing before you spill the beans.
February 15: Aquarius new moon (partial March: Love Hotspots

solar eclipse)
Chinese Year of the Dog March 1: Venus-Jupiter trine
A mutually enriching partnership opportunity Let the bonding begin—or deepen! You may feel
could fall in your lap now, soon, or over the flooded by strong feelings on this heart-blasting-
coming six months. You may have to give up wide-open day. Don’t hide your sentimental side—
some of your treasured independence, but trust as if you could!
that the whole will be way more than the sum
of its parts. Today also marks the Chinese New March 4: Sun-Neptune meetup
Year in the sign of the Dog, bringing a joyful and Dream a little dream of…well, you probably know
social energy that your vivacious sign will enjoy. who. When your ruler, the expressive Sun, merges
Get out and mingle more! with fantasy-factory Neptune in your erotic and
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intimate eighth house, you can fulfill one of your March 13: Venus-Saturn square
deepest desires or open up about your feelings You’ve got the urge to merge, but all your work
without feeling threatened. and familial obligations may get in the way. So, er,
maybe it’s time to look at why you’ve taken on this
March 4: Mercury-Venus meetup much responsibility? Some of these commitments
Confess a fantasy or reveal something that will are necessary, of course, but is it time to let go of a
deepen trust—yes, even if it makes you feel a few of these self-imposed duties?
little uncomfortable. Your empathy is dialed up,
so tune in to the other person and give them your March 17: Pisces new moon
undivided attention. This once-a-year lunation in your eighth house of
intimacy and eroticism pushes you a little further
March 6-31: Venus in Aries into the emotion ocean. An event could spur a
Comfort zone, what’s that? When the love planet move toward more permanent status or taking
swaggers into your adventurous, candid and ninth a Next Big Step as a couple. Single? You could
house, you’re a Leo without limits. Considering a meet someone with keeper potential in the coming
long-distance or cross-cultural relationship? Go for weeks—certainly within the next six months—if
it! Couples will enjoy planning a vacation or taking you’re ready.
a mind-expanding workshop together.
March 17-May 16: Mars in Capricorn
March 11: Mars-Uranus trine As the action planet marches through your sixth
Let yourself be inspired by your sense of adventure house of organization and wellness, you’ll be fired
and spontaneity. Feeling frisky? You’re bound to up to tackle a life-improvement project, alone or as
act on impulse or pursue an attraction without a a duo. Stay on guard for a streak of perfectionism
second thought—but under these daring stars, there and pickiness, or an attraction to fixer-upper types.
won’t be any regrets. The energy is high and a bit (Walk away!) This is also a good time to reignite a
intense, but if you channel it into playful passion, fitness regimen. Make your partner your workout
you could enjoy anything from a no-strings fling to buddy or, if you’re single, talk to cute strangers at
sexy experimentation with your S.O. the gym!
March 13: Sun-Jupiter trine March 23: Venus-Pluto square

A family member or close friend may surprise you Love is blind, and it can also be fickle. Today brings
with their support today, possibly financial. Love another confusing skirmish in the battle for the
comes in many guises, and it could be that someone upper hand in a relationship. Your own unconscious
who struggles to tell you how they feel has an easier baggage could be at play here, whether you realize
time showing it with actions. Keep that in mind it or no. You don’t have to make a binding decision,
next time you start to grumble about their lack of but if you do, you should plan to honor it.
verbal expressiveness.
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March 24: Sun-Mars square in the picture, visualizing what you want as clearly
Someone’s cocky and over-the-top attitude could as possible can be a powerful secret weapon.
get under your skin, tempting you to lash out. Or
maybe your partner or love interest is trying to March 6-May 13: Mercury in Aries
micromanage you, which is a total buzzkill for your During this extra-long transit (the cosmic messenger
romantic life. will be retrograde from March 22 to April 15), think
outside the box and focus on lofty goals instead of
March 31-April 24: Venus in Taurus mundane details. Hold ideation meetings—perhaps
Dial up the sensuality and style! When the love at an offsite location—to spark genius inspiration
planet cruises through your sophisticated, status- from your team.
conscious tenth house, you’ll be in the mood for
upscale romancing. You may be attracted to a more March 11: Mercury-Saturn square
mature, established type. This realm rules long- With the communication planet in your outspoken
range planning, so couples will have an easy time ninth house, you may be tempted to broadcast
talking about their hopes for the future. your news from the rooftops, but cautious Saturn
is holding back. Double-check your sources, figures
March: Career Hotspots and facts. And give the tires a firm kick. You want to
make sure Team Leo has a solid enough structure
March 1: Virgo full moon to pull off your grandiose dreams and schemes.
Circle this day in red ink! 2018’s only full moon in
your financial sector could signal a career turning March 11: Mars-Uranus trine
point, a profitable new gig or a hefty raise at the No more waiting—it’s go time! Bold Mars and
current job. Rev up your efforts in the coming innovative Uranus unite in the most self-expressed
weeks because you’ll be on a lucrative roll! parts of your chart. Put your authentic talents and
cutting-edge ideas out in a big and unabashed way.
March 2: Mercury-Jupiter trine
Stand your ground because when your mind’s this March 17: Pisces new moon
sharp, you’ll win any argument and come out of You don’t have to do everything yourself ! This
all negotiations on top. Could you use a little help? annual Pisces new moon can jump-start a potentially
Even if you have to shell out some bucks, a savvy profitable joint venture—if you’re willing to take
assistant could prove to be a very smart investment. someone into your confidence. Talk to a financial
adviser about how to make your money work
March 4: Sun-Neptune meetup harder for you, possibly by investing in real estate.
This magical merger in your wealth sector can
attract synergistic partnerships and exciting
opportunities. With manifestation-planet Neptune
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March 22-April 15: Mercury retrograde

in Aries
Tap the brakes! The messenger planet does an April 2: Mars-Saturn meetup
about-face in your visionary ninth house, throwing You could be unduly tough on a loved one today,
a lug wrench into your plans. But this doesn’t mean especially if you’ve been under a lot of stress lately.
you should abandon all hope. It’s a chance to Be careful not to dump your junk on them, but don’t
review your vision, deal with a snafu and double- pretend everything is fine if it’s not. You can’t expect
check that everyone is on the same page. Back up a partner to know how to make you happy if you
your important documents to the cloud, and when haven’t spelled it out. Even if it’s hard for you, it’s the
you’re traveling, build in tons of extra time! only way you can even hope to get your needs met.
March 24: Sun-Mars square April 7: Venus-Saturn trine

Tempers can flare up quickly today, so stay on You can take a step toward a big goal by discussing
guard for jealousy and ugly displays of ego-driven it with your sweetie today. This future-oriented
rivalry. If you sense that something is “off” with fusion in grounded earth signs supports practical
a collaborator, nip it in the bud by addressing it action. You can achieve practically anything if you
directly. Do your part to keep drama and emotion both put your minds to it along with the necessary
out of it (which will be hard). It’s likely that everyone elbow grease. Single Lions could meet a worthy
just needs to feel like their turf is respected. match at work or an extracurricular activity.
March 29: Sun-Saturn square April 11: Venus-Mars trine

Keep it real today, even if that means scaling With the love planets aligned, you and your partner
back on an ambitious plan or calling someone to will feel comfortable discussing your visions for a
renegotiate the terms or due date. Make sure you shared future. Be sure to listen without interrupting!
have a solid enough infrastructure and support Unattached? An office romance could spark up,
team so you can pull this off without cracking at the but before it turns into a five-alarm fire, make sure
seams. Just don’t swing so far to the “safety first” you’re not flouting company policy.
side that you miss a big opportunity!
April 17: Venus-Jupiter opposition
March 31: Libra full moon Old insecurities, like the inability to trust or
The annual full moon in your communication corner abandonment fears, might crop up today and
inspires you to share your ideas in a group setting threaten to destabilize a relationship. First step:
and take a gamble with a new client or associate. You Let your loved one know it isn’t them, and then get
could receive the news you’ve been waiting for in the some emotional or therapeutic support before it
next two weeks. Are you ready to act on it? spirals out of control.
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April 17: Venus-Pluto trine April 2: Mars-Saturn meetup

This deepening connection can solidify your bond. You might have to have a little chat with a coworker
Knowing you have your partner’s full support gives or service provider, especially if they’re clearly
you the confidence to take a gamble at work or with disregarding your instructions. This biannual
a personal pursuit. Looking for love? What will merger could indicate that you’ve been burning
turn you on as much as a physical attraction now the candle at both ends and are on the verge of
is someone with an old-fashioned work ethic and burnout. Call a time-out before it’s too late!
values—you know, the “boring” type you usually
pass over. April 4: Mercury-Mars square
Be careful about biting off more than you can chew
April 24-May 19: Venus in Gemini or overpromising something and leaving yourself
The love planet zooms into your platonic with an impossible deliverable. You don’t have to
sector, adding some lightness to your romantic reveal your whole hand. Attempts to “just be honest”
life. Everything doesn’t have to be “deep” and could lead to an unnecessarily complicated scenario.
“intense,” you know! Have fun for fun’s sake with
your partner, refusing to have that talk, even if they April 11: Sun-Pluto square
insist. Alternately, this transit might provide you A jealous person may be throwing you subtle (or
with the right atmosphere to discuss weighty topics blatant) shade. Don’t let it stop you from fully
without getting too heavy. Single? Play the field or expressing yourself. “May the best person win” will
give a friend serious consideration. be easy for you to say, because you know you are
that person!
This annual event in your soulful fourth house April 15: Aries new moon
could spark a spontaneous emotional outburst or Go big—no, bigger! A new moon in your expansive
leave you feeling a little raw and “exposed.” Some ninth house gives you a forceful push to seize an
Lions may make the decision to pull up stakes or get opportunity that involves travel, a startup, study—
serious about having or expanding the family. or maybe teaching.
April: Career Hotspots April 18: Sun-Uranus meetup

Don’t hold back, and definitely don’t worry what
April 1: Sun-Mercury meetup other people think. Your most out-there ideas are
Feeling lucky—or at least bold? Roll the dice, take a your not-so-secret weapon. Go ahead and speak up
risk, make a big ask. If you have something to pitch and let your voice be heard.
or need to present a visionary concept, know that
the stars have your back.
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April 25: Mercury-Saturn square May 16: Mars-Uranus square

Your visionary ideas might be shot down by skeptics A relationship that’s been heating up quickly could
today, or someone could air a list of grievances you make a sudden U-turn, or you could realize that
weren’t ready to hear. This is not a favorable day your future paths aren’t magically aligning. Couples
for brainstorming or open dialogue, since people may disagree about long-term plans. Career
will be fixated on minutiae instead of seeing the big changes or work instability could put an extra layer
picture. So dust yourself off and take your grand of stress on the relationship.
plan back to the drawing board for a review and
revision. Persistence pays off. May 16-August 12: Mars in Aquarius
The motivational planet in your partnership zone
April 26: Mars-Pluto meetup adds zest to all dynamic duos, but it can also
You’re an unstoppable force when it comes to spark jealousy or competitiveness. It’s an extra-
problem-solving, organizing and getting to the long cycle this time around because Mars turns
bottom of complex issues. Watch for simmering retrograde June 26. You may not come to a quick
tension to explode today, especially when stress resolution, but that gives you a chance to dig deep
reaches a boiling point. If you get roped into and get this right.
playing mediator with warring factions, make it
your goal just to get everyone back into a calm and May 19-June 13: Venus in Cancer
aligned headspace. The love planet will spend the next three weeks
nuzzled up in your twelfth house of dreams,
April 29: Sun-Saturn trine meditation and fantasy. Go ahead and slip on those
Take it slow and steady today, and you’ll score some rose-colored spectacles. You could come out of
major brownie points. People are noticing your this imaginative cycle with a whole new vision for
measured leadership, and your innovative ideas love—just be careful not to be gullible.
might be championed by someone with decision-
making powers. May 25: Jupiter-Neptune trine
This is the second in a trio of trines (the first was
May: Love Hotspots December 2017; the third will be August 19).
The cumulative effect is one of throwing opening
May 7: Venus-Neptune square your emotional floodgates. Neptune quiets your
Part of you would love to keep it casual while inner skeptic while Jupiter helps you take a (smart)
another part is eager to dive into the deep end. gamble. Newly dating? You could be ready to make
Tough call! What you definitely don’t want to do it more official.
is act out of fear or manipulation. If you don’t feel
secure enough emotionally, try pouring your heart May 26: Venus-Saturn opposition
out in your journal or to a trusted friend. Consciously you may be open to new dating
prospects or feel ready to go deeper in a relationship.
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But unconsciously, some unresolved childhood May 11: Sun-Pluto trine

wounds or trauma may be tripping you up. It’s not Don’t be afraid to lunge into a plum leadership
about “toughing it out” but exploring your inner role, even if you don’t believe your skills are up to
emotional landscape. Some work with a therapist speed. There’s always some on-the-job training that
or healer could help you get to the root of any happens. Summon your confidence and know that
blocks or self-defeating patterns. you deserve to be there.
May 29: Sagittarius full moon May 13: Mercury-Uranus meetup

This annual event in your fifth house of passion Expressive Mercury fist-bumps innovator Uranus as
and romance inspires you to share your feelings and they align in Aries and your visionary ninth house.
desires. A budding relationship could hit a turning It’s a great day to share or launch a radical idea.
point, and you’ll find out quickly whether it’s a Caution: You’ll have zero filters and may blurt out
keeper or a dud. Whether you’re single or attached, anything that pops into your head. Consider your
you may get sucked into some diva-style drama. audience before you say something a little too edgy
Try to resist getting pulled under! or controversial.
May: Career Hotspots May 13-29: Mercury in Taurus

Strategic Mercury enlivens your ambitious tenth
May 7: Mercury-Pluto square house, shifting you into serious get-’er-done mode.
Control issues and full-on power struggles might Your thinking is clear and visionary, and your
erupt under this explosive clash. Someone who’s a enthusiasm will rally the troops around a high-
loose cannon or trying to micromanage you could minded yet realistic goal.
get under your skin. Don’t seethe in silence. Address
it head-on. If you’re getting resentful shade from May 15: Taurus new moon
someone, don’t just hope it will clear up on its own This is a biggie! The year’s only new moon in
(it won’t). Swallow your pride and ask what you did your career house helps you close one chapter and
to upset them. turn a new page in your professional playbook.
Update your resume and online profiles. People
May 8: Sun-Jupiter opposition will be searching for you! Be ready to make a move
Have you taken on more than you can manage? sometime in the next six months, the span ruled by
Normally this would be doable, but if demands from this lunation, remembering that seeds you plant
your home life are cutting into your professional now will bear fruit!
bandwidth, you need to set some limits! Of course
you want to honor your family commitments, but if May 15: Uranus in Taurus (until November 6)
someone is being excessively demanding, it’s time to Radical Uranus makes a major move into Taurus
put some of those obligations back into their hands. and your professional tenth house, starting with
a six-month exploratory visit before returning for
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alonger run from March 2019 to April 2026. This needed research. Take advantage of your keen
major transit, which only happens every 84 years, powers of perception and problem-solving by
will revolutionize your approach to leadership and tackling your most challenging project.
help you rewrite your long term goals.
May 16: Mars-Uranus square Think in terms of synergy and work sharing under
Know thy enemy! Rash Mars and unpredictable this collaborative transit through your zone of
Uranus lock into a contentious clash, which could teamwork and technology. With the messenger
turn a partner into an opponent (or vice versa). It’ll planet spending the next couple weeks here, you
be hard to know who you can count on, so for at can work together to come up with some powerful
least for today, plan to DIY. content or hit on a can’t-lose marketing strategy.
May 18: Mercury-Saturn trine

Big ideas: Check! But your visions need more
June: Love Hotspots
structure, so put a plan behind those clever June 1: Venus-Jupiter trine
notions. With your mind this sharp and focused, You won’t be able to hold back your feelings—or
you shouldn’t have any problem coming up with a tears or mushy outpourings—under this emotional
realistic agenda. and sentimental mashup. (And why would you even
try?) If you’re looking for love, stay receptive and
May 23: Mercury-Jupiter opposition even a little vulnerable. The person who’ll make you
It could be hard to “keep it professional” today, with happy won’t be happy with a tough-as-nails types.
expansive Jupiter in your domestic zone inciting you
to open up emotionally at work. No one expects you June 2: Venus-Neptune trine
to be an automaton—but it’s always a good idea to You could get lost in fantasy during this otherworldly
stay cognizant of boundaries. merger. Go ahead and dream! This is how you
begin to manifest what’s in your heart. If you’re in
May 23: Sun-Mars trine a happy partnership, test the boundaries of your
Your secret weapon isn’t so secret. It’s teamwork! connection by shifting your imagination into erotic
You’ll be buoyed to the finish line by an amazing overdrive. Don’t stop till you’ve had enough!
crew that keeps you fired up about the mission.
Don’t forget your supportive squad when you June 5: Venus-Pluto opposition
receive the kudos for a job well done. Take them for You could experience some confusion about a love
a suitably festive celebration! interest’s trustworthiness today. Are they behaving
badly, or are you imagining it? You don’t want to get
May 25: Mercury-Pluto trine burned, but neither do you want to risk projecting
Screen out distractions and delve into some much- your own issues onto someone who’s innocent. Stop
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“Your romantic side may be at loggerheads with your realistic

side. Sure, you’re feeling the love—but is there a future for the
two of you? That could be a wild card, as Venus butts heads with
unpredictable Uranus in your sector of long-range planning.”
blaming others for your own risky choices. Owning June 25: Venus-Jupiter square
your mistakes—or misjudgments—gives you power. You or a partner may need more than the other
can give today. But rather than pull away—or cling
June 13-July 9: Venus in Leo more tightly—take it as a chance to bring more
When vixen Venus shimmies into your sign, you’ll breathing room into the union. Single? Reschedule
get swept up in a wave of passion. Whether you that date, as you might be wavering between
seek attention or not, you’ll get it—in spades. Use it confidence and insecurity, and won’t be able to
to your advantage, but don’t let your ego run away present the best you.
with you.
June 14: Venus-Uranus square Second thoughts? Cold feet? Your enthusiasm for
Your romantic side may be at loggerheads with your a relationship or budding connection could fizzle
realistic side. Sure, you’re feeling the love—but is as lusty Mars turns retrograde and backs through
there a future for the two of you? That could be a your relationship zone for the next few weeks.
wild card, as Venus butts heads with unpredictable Maybe you barreled in without considering the
Uranus in your sector of long-range planning. If downsides. Coupled Leos may feel extra tension
you’re not sure what you really want, don’t lead and will be more prone to fighting. While you need
someone on to feed your ego. to hash things out, you might want to do so with a
therapist or mediator.
June 21: Venus-Mars opposition
Oh no! The love planets are on the outs today, June: Career Hotspots
and you could feel equally out of sorts. Maybe
you’re confused between love and lust or feeling June 1: Mercury-Mars trine
noncommittal about a new attraction. This once- Outgoing Mercury and motivated Mars blend their
a-year face-off may hit you hard, because romantic superpowers in your most convivial houses, making
Venus is in Leo and the red planet is in your you an irresistible “people person” today. Ramp up
relationship house. Avoid making any irrevocable your networking game!
decisions today, and try not to lash out in frustration.
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June 7: Sun-Neptune square June 28: Capricorn full moon

Things may not be what they seem under this You could receive recognition for work you’ve been
foggy meetup. Be extra cautious about lending and quietly plugging away at, or your healthy lifestyle
borrowing money or making deals with friends. If might finally show results. Keep it up and amp it up!
someone has a sob story, there’s probably a reason The next six months may be even more impressive!
for it, and you don’t want to be the next “sucker”
to fall for it. June 29-September 5: Mercury in Leo
Don’t wait to be invited onto the stage. Jump up
June 12-29: Mercury in Cancer and grab the mic! With silver-tongued Mercury
Step away from the spreadsheets and mind maps. in your sign for an extra-long run (because of a
Cerebral Mercury downshifts into your creative, retrograde from July 26 to August 19), you have
restful twelfth house, insisting you take a much- cosmic permission to share your ideas without
needed break from analyzing and strategizing. apology. And when you belly up to the bargaining
Instead, devote your day to right-brained activities, table, boldly ask for what you want—and deserve!
like making art, meditating or vision-boarding.
June 13: Gemini new moon

July: Love Hotspots
This annual event in your teamwork and tech zone July 5: Sun-Jupiter trine
can launch an exciting new chapter for an innovative Put others first under today’s loving and
collaboration. Seek out like-minded and innovative compassionate skies. With Jupiter warming up your
people IRL and through your social network. family sector, you might be able to finally forgive
someone who did you wrong. By doing so, you
June 26-August 27: Mars retrograde can start a fresh chapter. This is also a good time
Go-getter Mars backflips through Aquarius and to experiment with some Feng Shui principles to
your partnership house until August 12, then increase the love, passion or whatever’s down a
retreats into Capricorn and your organization quart in your life.
corner for the remainder of its retrograde. The
lesson here is that haste makes waste, so take the July 9-August 6: Venus in Virgo
time to do things right the first time. With the love planet in your financial sector, you’re
in the mood for sophistication and security. Who
June 27: Sun-Saturn opposition knew stability could be so sexy? Couples might
You can’t build a house on a shaky foundation, and want to sit down and pore over their budget and
this cosmic face-off will reveal the cracks in your come up with creative ways to grow a nest egg.
structure. Wishful thinking won’t cut it—you may
have to rebuild from the ground up. Saturn helps July 11: Venus-Uranus trine
you slow down and take the reality check you missed Suddenly serious? A revolutionizing trine between
before. Even if this day brings a humbling moment, romantic Venus and unpredictable Uranus could
keep your chin up and carry on with grace. bring a stable partner into your orbit out of the
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blue. An office attraction might spark, catching you July 27: Aquarius full moon (total lunar
both by surprise. Couples can create excitement by eclipse)
dressing up and hitting an exclusive event together. This is one of the most important days of the year
An opportunity to mix love and business may for love, as 2018’s only Aquarius full moon lights
also crop up unexpectedly. Could your romantic up your house of committed partnerships. Will you
partner be your ultimate business partner or, hmm, make it official—or part ways? This potent total
vice versa? lunar eclipse signals a turning point for a relationship
or budding romance one way or the other. For
July 12: Cancer new moon (partial solar longtime couples, this full moon illuminates an area
eclipse) of your bond you need to improve or take to the
This once-a-year new moon in your empathetic next level.
twelfth house helps you see things from someone’s
perspective and soften your approach to them. July 27: Venus-Pluto trine
When you can set aside judgement and step into Wild chemistry counts for enough, but the glue
another person’s shoes, it’s easy to forgive and move that holds a relationship together is how you get
on. This is not the same as enabling a person who’s along on a day-to-day basis. This supportive angle
trying to take advantage of your generous nature. reminds you that you’ll grow closer through sharing
Shield your field—with love. the mundane responsibilities and working as a team
to build greater stability.
July 14: Venus-Saturn trine
Granted, discussing your 401(k) or who’s going
to file those deadline-extended taxes doesn’t
normally make for sexy pillow talk. But under July 5: Mercury-Mars opposition
this cosmic confab of loving Venus and serious Hold your fire—hard as that may be. With the rash
Saturn, you might actually get a little turned on red planet provoking expressive Mercury, you’re
by the sense of security these things can bring. anxious to share some big news or lay into someone
Single Leos could meet someone through work— you’re angry at. But you could easily come across
or workouts—as these planets entwine in your as impulsive or unprofessional. Force yourself to
wellness and finance sectors. wait at least a day, and in the meantime, make a
gratitude list about this person if you can’t tap into
July 24: Venus-Neptune opposition more tolerant feelings.
Don’t fall for an illusion, however sweet a fantasy
it may be. Under this reality-blurring face-off, you July 8: Sun-Neptune trine
could be attracted to an alluring badass and act a The Law of Attraction is on your side. Do some
bit irresponsibly. It’s not that big a deal—unless you creative visualization or guided meditations on
disrupt a stable relationship in the process. manifesting abundance. Your creativity and
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imagination are your superpowers today. Infuse your an instigator), adjust your delivery so people will
interactions with compassion and make a concerted actually listen to your brilliant ideas.
effort to connect and build trust with colleagues,
clients and everyone you do business with. July 26-August 19: Mercury retrograde in
Leo
July 9: Mercury-Jupiter square When the communication planet reverses course in
Your outsized emotions could influence your ability your sign, it’s a good idea to not launch any new
to think or express yourself clearly. You may be taking projects or sign official contracts. Work behind the
things personally or jumping to quick conclusions, scenes, review your plans and, if possible, use up
especially with a family member who always pushes some vacation time!
your buttons. While you shouldn’t completely dismiss
a gut feeling, find a balance between what your head
July 27: Sun-Mars opposition
and your heart tell you today.
With these bold and brash planets facing off in
your houses of self and others, egos will puff up
July 9-August 6: Venus in Virgo and lead to confrontational clashes. Proceed with
With radiant Venus illuminating your sophisticated caution, even with the people who aren’t normally
second house, use your style and charm to impress known for this behavior. Everyone’s walking on
potential employers and clients. With finesse, eggshells today.
you can turn almost any social situation into a
networking opportunity—which is not the same as
July 27: Aquarius full moon (total lunar
a job interview.
eclipse)
This revolutionary eclipse electrifies your seventh
July 12: Sun-Pluto opposition
house of partnerships and contracts. If you’ve been
With Pluto antagonizing your heavenly ruler, the
eager to join forces with a power player, they might
Sun, in your house of hidden enemies, you may be
reach out to you out of the blue. A joint initiative
forced to confront a saboteur, slacker or traitor. You
that’s been slowly gaining momentum over the past
like to give people the benefit of the doubt, but this
six months may come to fruition—or you could end
person has pushed you too far. Be strategic. They’ve
an alliance that you’ve gradually outgrown.
already shown that they can’t be trusted to play fair.
July 25: Sun-Uranus square August: Love Hotspots

There’s no hiding your defiant side today, with
August 2: Mars-Uranus square
provocateur Uranus in your career house battling
This isn’t the best day to have the “where is this
the Sun. But note that what you consider “assertive”
going?” talk. Fights about the future could erupt,
could easily be interpreted as “aggressive.” If you
especially if you don’t want the same things for
want to be respected as an innovator (and not
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“Sparks could fly with someone you meet online, at

a party or through mutual friends, and might quickly
evolve into a real-deal romance.”
the long haul or if one of you is in flux. Don’t be August 12-September 10: Mars in Capricorn
contrary just to provoke a response. Pushing each Relationship unrest has been brewing since June
other’s buttons will get a reaction, but probably not 26, when Mars first went retrograde in Aquarius
the one you want. and your relationship house. Today, the lusty (yet
combative) planet backflips into Capricorn and
August 6-September 9: Venus in Libra your critical sixth house, remaining in retrograde
When charming Venus sails into your motion until August 27. Watch an urge to be too
communication sector, your flirty side will be fully hard on yourself and others. Perfectionism could
on display. Chatting up strangers becomes a piece kill an otherwise solid connection.
of cake, and you can bring out the conversationalist
in the shiest of people. Got a message to spread? August 19: Jupiter-Neptune trine
Grab a mic and start talking! This is the third in a trio of rare trines (the first
was on December 2, 2017; the second was May 25).
August 7: Venus-Mars trine Feelings run deep when bottomless Jupiter merges
Sparks could fly with someone you meet online, at a with sensitive Neptune, and may blow open your
party or through mutual friends, and might quickly emotional floodgates. Might as well let someone
evolve into a real-deal romance. Couples can keep in. If you can ease up on the judging, you could
things hot by expanding your intellectual horizons take a big step toward permanence. Single? Allow
with tickets to a lecture series or a workshop that yourself to be more vulnerable. That may attract
somehow blends your individual interests. someone who’s not afraid to do the same.
August 9: Venus-Saturn square August 26: Venus-Pluto square

Romance is great, but today you’re all about clarity. Who’s the boss? You won’t be happy today unless
Before you can move forward with someone, you the answer is you. And yet your feelings might run
need to know where they stand on some important hot and cold all day under this confusing clash.
issues. You may have to initiate an awkward but Don’t force yourself to commit. You couldn’t today
constructive conversation to find out. But if you if you tried!
want to bring sexy back—or just bring it—don’t act
like a controlling parent! August 26: Pisces full moon
Go deep! The year’s only full moon in your
intimacy zone dials up the sensuality as it brings
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“Not all changes are bad, and unexpected news that comes
today could actually turn things around for the better! Don’t
be surprised if you get a major acknowledgment from your
boss or are offered a promotion or some other work perk.”
emotions to a fever pitch. You say you love August 10: Mercury-Jupiter square
intensity, but can you handle this much? Things Are you still unconsciously trying to win a certain
could get really real today, and someone may person’s approval? Do a little soul-searching. You
confess undying devotion. (And whoa—that need to stand on your own feet and follow your
someone might just be you.) bliss. If you know someone is likely to diminish
one of your ideas or accomplishments, bite your lip
August 27: Mars retrograde ends when you’re around them—and save the big news
It’s finally safe to exhale. The rash planet has been for people you know will support you.
back-spinning in your partnership and health zones
since June 26, stirring up all kinds of doubt and August 11: Leo new moon (partial solar
conflict. Now that it corrects course, the tension will eclipse)
dissipate, and you’re free to pursue your passions This is a cause for a celebration! You get exactly
without all that distracting drama! one of these a year, and this supercharged one—in
your first house of self, appearance and identity—
August: Career Hotspots signals the beginning of a major new chapter in the
Book of Leo. Unveil a solo endeavor, put yourself
August 2: Mars-Uranus square out there and take a gamble on you!
Your agenda and a professional associate’s might
suddenly diverge. With these hotheaded planets August 12-September 10: Mars in Capricorn
locking horns, you may not be sure who’s got your Demanding Mars retrogrades back into Capricorn
back, if anyone. Since you can’t count on anybody and your organized sixth house, undoing some of
for certain today, hunker down and knock out your your hard work of the past few weeks. Don’t let
own tasks. the chaos or confusion overwhelm you. You did
this once before, and you can do it again—possibly
August 6: Sun-Jupiter square better this time.
You know what you want, but a potential partner
could challenge your judgment or make promises August 25: Sun-Uranus trine
they can’t keep. It’ll be hard to assess who’s the Not all changes are bad, and unexpected news that
real deal and who’s blowing smoke. Postpone any comes today could actually turn things around for
collaborations until the fog clears. the better! Don’t be surprised if you get a major
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acknowledgment from your boss or are offered

a promotion or some other work perk. Today’s a
good day to negotiate for more flexibility, perhaps a September 8: Venus-Mars square
little work-from-home arrangement. Play it safe or go for the romantic gold, even if it
involves a little risk? Tough call. With Mars in your
August 25: Sun-Saturn trine controlling sixth house, you could lean toward the
Take a little time off from the daily grind to safer route. But Venus in your playful third house
streamline your systems. If there’s a certain asks, “What have we got to lose?” Analysis paralysis
software that would help you be more productive alert! It could be hard to make a decision today.
or communicate better with your team, download
it and teach it to the others. Don’t wait for someone September 9-October 31: Venus in Scorpio
else to suggest it and get the gold star. Get ready for some sultry nights in as Venus
shimmies through your fourth house of hearth
August 26: Pisces full moon and home. Anything could happen now—you
With this culminating full moon in your eighth house could grow closer to your date or mate or get more
of investments and joint ventures, you could ink a serious in your pursuit of one. Now’s the perfect
big partnership deal or cash in on a passive-income- time to take a bagua map to your boudoir and Feng
generating opportunity. Make decisions based on Shui your pleasure palace.
what they’ll yield in six months, not next week.
August 28: Mercury-Jupiter square Aquarius
It won’t be easy to balance your head and heart Sizzling Mars returns for a second, sizzling
under this dicey face-off. You don’t want to come (and retrograde-free) scamper through your
across as cold and calculating, but at the same relationship house. Been hoping to bring sexy
time you don’t want to overwhelm people with back to your union? Start by resolving not to
emotion, which could cause them to miss your fight—and definitely to never go to bed mad (or
whole point. even slightly miffed). Single? Probably not for
long! Caution: Mars can dial up discord, so keep
August 27: Mars retrograde ends that argumentative side in check.
Motivator Mars wraps up its disruptive reversal
through your sixth house of systems. Now you September 12: Venus-Uranus opposition
can collect your thoughts and take lasting steps to Let’s face it: Change is not your favorite thing. But
get organized and back on track. If the missing it is inevitable—and it’s happening now around
puzzle piece to your mission is a smart assistant, home or work. When your future’s uncertain, your
spend the money. See it as an investment, not an emotions can bounce all over the place. Get out of
unjustified expense. your head and find a healthy outlet for your anxiety.
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September 18: Mars-Uranus square through friends or career sites, could turn up
You might be bickering with your beloved or BFF exciting possibilities.
over trivialities—but if you dig deeper, you’ll realize
you’re actually afraid you may have reached an September 9: Virgo new moon
impasse. You’ve got some big work ambitions and C’mon big money! This once-a-year event signals
“someone” isn’t supporting you. Don’t engage in a new six-month chapter in your personal book of
petty arguments. Cut to the chase and try to nip wealth. In your search for fresh income streams,
this in the bud. you may walk into an offer for an exciting project
or A-list client. Tweak your budget over the coming
September: Career Hotspots months, getting rid of all those sneaky ways you
waste money without even realizing it. That act
September 5-21: Mercury in Virgo alone could save you thousands!
Need to talk to someone about money? Open
discussions with a family member, partner or September 11: Sun-Pluto trine
financial consultant. This is an excellent few With your organization and money fields lit up, it’s
weeks to verbalize your hopes and needs. If a good day to review your workflow. Are you being
you’ve been feeling anxious, confess instead of as efficient as possible? Look for ways to streamline.
covering it up. We’re only as “sick” as our secrets, Could you finish one task before jumping into
so out with it already! another? Keeping your email program closed? Team
up with others to eliminate redundant work. Maybe
September 7: Sun-Neptune opposition you could share an assistant to do all your social
You may feel like you’re thinking about your media updates, freeing you to do the heavier lifting.
finances clearly and practically. But anytime
Neptune’s in the picture, the one thing you can September 10-November 15: Mars in
be sure of is that you can’t be sure of anything. Aquarius
To be safe, avoid making any major purchases or If two heads are better than one, then collaboration
life-altering monetary decisions today. It’s fine to makes smart business sense. With go-getter Mars in
listen to people’s offers, but tell ‘em you need to your partnership house for the coming weeks, look
sleep on it. for ways you can reduce stress through delegating
and dynamic duos. Team up with someone who
September 7: Mercury-Uranus trine shares your values and work ethic and cut your load
This is the day you’ve been waiting for to share in half—or at least reduce it substantially.
your innovative ideas with the powers that be
and decision makers. Giving your novel notions September 18: Mars-Uranus square
a structure, schedule and budget won’t hem them Again with these two! Impulsive Mars and Uranus
in—it will actually give you a better chance of lock horns for a third battle this season (the others
succeeding. Job-searching? Online connections,
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were May 16 and August 2) in your partnership and September 27: Sun-Mars trine
career zones. Lots of luck explaining to your S.O. You’re irresistible today, in full-on radiant Leo mode.
why you have to work late every night this week. You Make a big ask, share some exciting news, and
might not be able to humor them now, but you can take a bold initiative. Your charm and magnetism
commit to making it up to them when this is over. precede you like a late-afternoon shadow. Take
advantage of the day’s juicy mojo and make that
September 21-October 9: Mercury in call or pay that visit you’ve been putting off. Lead
Libra with your shared interests and emphasize what’s
You’re on fire! The cerebral planet is lighting up your in it for them. Flash your million-dollar smile and
communication corner—in diplomatic, articulate you’ll have ‘em at “hello.”
Libra no less. What can’t you accomplish? But
focus! Do you want to improve your social media October: Love Hotspots
skills, reel in new business or promote a product?
Seek out networking opportunities both in your October 5-November 16: Venus retrograde
community and online. If you’re selling, they’ll be Just as you were about to shift into fifth gear in a
buying! relationship, you hit a patch of potholes. What
the…?! The affable love planet turns retrograde
September 24: Aries full moon for a six-week rough patch, back-pedaling through
Today’s full moon in your global ninth house your sensitive fourth house until October 31, then
turns your thoughts to expansion, both at home reversing into your communication sector for two
and worldwide. Don’t limit your thinking. These more wonky weeks. You could take things personally
next two weeks are perfect for blue-sky visioning and feel under attack. Swipe carefully now; you’re
and becoming a sponge for learning new skills. more vulnerable than usual.
Check out online classes and workshops to get up
to speed quickly. October 8: Libra new moon
Normally your slogan is “show me, don’t tell
September 25: Sun-Saturn square me,” but an articulate Libra new moon in your
Curb your enthusiasm. You may think you’ve hit on communication center inspires you to share from
the next best thing since sliced gluten-free bread, the heart—and even gush! Singles will enjoy flirty
but stern Saturn is dishing out some very tough love. banter today. Couples who are feeling a little, uh,
You might bang up against unexpected negativity bored in the boudoir can turn up the heat with
or out-and-out criticism. If you can’t beat ‘em, go some sexy pillow talk. Maybe play the “Here’s
back to the drawing board with “beginner’s mind” something I never told you” game…
and try again—humbly.
October 10: Venus-Mars square
Who’s the boss? When the love planets clash, power
struggles are sure to erupt. If you’re legitimately
LEO 2018 HOTSPOTS
“No, Leo, that’s not a random wild hare but potentially

the seed of a brilliant new project. Take a gamble and
strike up a conversation, exploring synergies with a
like-minded person who has partnership potential.”
upset about something, say so—without anger October 8: Libra new moon
or, worse, sarcasm. But if you want to keep the No, Leo, that’s not a random wild hare but
peace, flex your listening muscles and be willing potentially the seed of a brilliant new project.
to compromise. Take a gamble and strike up a conversation,
exploring synergies with a like-minded person
October 29: Mercury-Jupiter meetup who has partnership potential. No need to rush
You may be feeling extra sensitive, but holding it in it, but if you take slow, steady steps toward
won’t get anything resolved. Under this supportive actualizing this over the next six months, your
mashup, aim for emotional honesty and let your brainchild could grow into a full-fledged (and
guard down. Stubborn pride will only prolong fully funded) venture.
your suffering.
October 31: Venus-Uranus opposition During this short but intense cycle, make an effort
Change could be afoot, and you’re not dealing with to speak from the heart and to connect with people
it well. Your emotions might be all over the map, on a more personal level. They’re more apt to
especially if you’re unsure about the future. Find a respond in kind if you show your sensitive side.
healthy outlet for any anxiety during this sensitive
time. That way you won’t lash out or cling too hard. October 10: Mercury-Uranus opposition
You’re eager to move forward on something, but
caution is advised. Think through what you plan to
October: Career Hotspots say before you speak or put anything in an email.
Uranus is speeding up and intensifying things,
October 2: Mercury-Pluto square and negotiations could spin out of control quickly.
Honesty isn’t your best policy today—you need People will be unpredictable and unreliable, making
to play more defense than offense. Guard your this a better day for working independently.
cards and listen closely to what others say. And pay
attention to their body language: Are they avoiding
October 12: Sun-Pluto square
your glance, shifting in their seat, acting twitchy?
Someone you consider an ally might try to
Hold off on any deals under these furtive skies.
manipulate or bully you into something you’re
LEO 2018 HOTSPOTS
not ready to get involved with. You don’t need to

meet them with equal force—just quietly but firmly
repeat “no thanks.” November 7: Scorpio new moon
This annual event powers up your domestic fourth
October 19: Mercury-Neptune trine house and lays the groundwork for a fresh emotional
Don’t be too quick to crunch the numbers or review start. If you’ve been on the outs with someone in
the data. This is a day to follow a hunch or engage your inner circle—or thinking of moving or buying
in the more creative aspects of your work. Your property—this can jumpstart the shift. Looking to
compassion and intuition are dialed up, and you bring love into your life? Experiment with Feng
could absorb people’s energies like a sponge. Shui principles in your relationship corner.
October 24: Taurus full moon November 8, 2018-December 2, 2019:

A big project may reach completion, or you might Jupiter in Sagittarius
get the good news you’ve been waiting for. This Can we get an amen? Blessed Jupiter returns to
auspicious full moon in your professional sector your fifth house of passion and romance for the
could signal a high-paying new job, a promotion or first time in 12 years, ushering in a new era for your
a whole new career path. love life. These next 13 months will bring waves of
opportunities for adventure and expansion, which
October 24: Sun-Uranus opposition could include news of a pregnancy.
Life may feel like a three-ring circus as you try to
juggle the often-conflicting demands of home and November 9: Venus-Mars trine
work. You may reach a tipping point, where you It’s one of those days when every glance and
start to consider a whole new professional path. conversation is rife with sexy innuendo. Sparks
Don’t do anything rash today—but you might want could fly with a colleague or mutual acquaintance—
to draft a proposal for how you can build more or that cutie in line at the deli. Work those dating
work-from-home or flextime into your schedule. apps, being liberal with your winks and right-
swipes. Coupled? Cancel your evening social plans.
October 31-December 2: Venus in Libra Something tells us you’re having a hot night in…
And she’s back! Vixen Venus returns to your
communication sector—in retrograde reversal— November 15-December 31: Mars in Pisces
bringing out your flirty side and perhaps turning Talk about ending the year on a high note! With
your thoughts to the one who got away (or the one let’s-get-physical Mars in your seductive eighth
you sent away in the heat of the moment). This is house, sexual chemistry and emotional bonding
a good time to clear the air with someone from the heat up—and progress—quickly. That’s the upside.
past—and to start a scintillating conversation with But be on guard for jealousy and obsession during
a person you’ve had your eye on—or vice versa. this intense phase. If you’re “uncoupling”—
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consciously or otherwise—things could get ugly if the state of your union. Good news? Bad news? It
there’s a battle over shared property. all depends on how you both handle it.

retrograde
Not the greatest time of the year for the November 6-March 7, 2019: Uranus in Aries
communication planet to shift into reverse— You’ll want to increase the security settings on your
in your love and home sectors, no less. This is electronic devices—and your mouth— when shock
likely to whip up drama and disagreements with jock Uranus goes rogue in your outspoken ninth
paramours and family members, and may possibly house. Even you won’t be able to predict what you’ll
herald a second-act cameo appearance of an ex. A blurt out. To prevent possible embarrassment,
budding romance could suddenly stall, leaving you or having to go back to square one, thoroughly
questioning your judgment. Ride this one out! research your big ideas before sharing them with
the world.
November 19: Mars-Jupiter square
More theatrics and intense emotions erupt under November 15-December 31: Mars in Pisces
this one-day cosmic rogue wave. You or a partner You’ll be focused on long-term finances, which may
could get on your high horse and refuse to dismount. be impacted by an unexpectedly large expense or
Condescension will tick off both of you quicker a change in one of your investments. Work with a
than anything. This too shall pass, so at least try to professional to make sure you’re doing everything
avoid the head games. right, like paying down debt as fast as you can and
keeping a smart balance in your portfolio.
November 26: Sun-Jupiter meetup
You won’t be able to rein in your emotions during November 16-December 6: Mercury
this exuberant, feel-good mashup. You only get retrograde
one of these empowering transits a year (in your The messenger planet reverses course in Sagittarius,
romance and creativity corner, at that!), so take a and then, on December 1, backs into Scorpio and
risk and confess your feelings or bring the band your foundational fourth house. Keep a low profile
to amateur night. Just don’t be (too) attached to and don’t draw attention to yourself. You’ve got
the outcome. some things on your mind that you need time to
sort out, and the last thing you want is your entire
November 30: Venus-Uranus opposition posse’s unsolicited advice.
Talk may be cheap, but under this potentially game-
changing transit, you or your sweetie could initiate November 19: Mars-Jupiter square
a dialogue that radically shifts the relationship. You The stability of a collaboration could be threatened
may discover something about your mate that alters under this power-tripping transit. A larger-than-life
LEO 2018 HOTSPOTS
personality (is that you, Leo?) may be looking for December 6: Mercury retrograde ends
a bigger half of the pie than what was originally A super-sensitive three-week period comes to an
agreed upon. Or one party might be doing all end, and hopefully no one drew blood or parted ways
the heavy lifting while the other is “busy” playing over a stupid misunderstanding. (Hey, it happens all
Candy Crush Saga. the time!) If you’ve been feeling emotionally raw or
underappreciated—or “dabbled” with an ex—life
November 23: Gemini full moon should get back to normal now.
You have no one to blame but yourself if you
continue to do it all alone. The year’s one and only December 7: Mars-Neptune meetup
Gemini full moon is firing up your teamwork and Reality check? No thanks. You’re sitting pretty on
technology zone, which is like holding up a neon Cloud Nine as lusty Mars merges with dreamweaver
light that says, “Network!” With minimum effort, Neptune in fantasy-spinning Pisces and your eighth
you could be part of a well-oiled team and a minor house of intimacy and eroticism. Before you go all
star in the Instagram constellation. in (if it’s not too late for that), try to get the 411
on this person. This transit could produce some
powerful sexual or emotional healing for couples.
December: Love Hotspots Single? Not for long.
December 1-December 12: Mercury in
Scorpio December 7: Sagittarius new moon
The messenger planet moonwalks back into your It’s a romantic renaissance as the year’s only
sentimental fourth house, putting your feelings at Sagittarius new moon electrifies your fifth house of
the forefront and turning you into a ball of mush. passion and creativity. You can turn over a new leaf
It’s a good time to (re)connect to old friends and in one of these important areas. Set an intention for
family and not resist all those posed photos. Couples where you’d like to be—and with whom—by the
might discuss buying a home or having babies. corresponding full moon in six months.
December 2-31: Venus in Scorpio December 12-December 31: Mercury in

Bring on the bonding! Loving Venus joins Sagittarius
expressive Mercury in your home and family zone. Enter the messenger planet into your feisty and
Single Leos could meet someone during a visit to flirtatious fifth house for the rest of 2018, where it’s
your hometown (high school sweetheart reunited?) sure to sprinkle some spicy seductiveness all over
or through mutual acquaintances. Couples will your holiday decorations. Who’s that sexy elf in the
naturally bring up topics like holiday parties with corner at the holiday bash? Go find out!
family, cohabitating or perhaps an even more
permanent step. December 21: Mercury-Jupiter meetup
If your heart could speak, what would it say? If
ever there was a day to wire-tap yours, it’s now. Go
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“This year’s rare second Cancer full moon

can bring closure to a relationship and help you
finally break free of its spell. You could quit a habit
just-like-that or find it in your heart to forgive someone.”
big and be bold with your declarations of affection.

Don’t hold back the gushing and praise—just be
careful not to hog the conversation or talk too much December 2: Sun-Mars square
about yourself. Competition might get fierce today, and a rivalry
may heat up. Watch out for an obsessive streak that
December 21: Venus-Neptune trine could give you tunnel vision—and make it hard
The alignment of these compassionate planets in to back down from your position. If you feel like
your most emotional houses makes this one of the your work is being overlooked, turn up the heat or
most romantic days of the year. Take a leap of faith toot your horn a little louder. But do it with dignity
and let someone know exactly how you feel. While so you don’t accidentally come off like a petulant
you’re confessing, let them know what you desire. child. Ask a friend for advice on your talking points
Ask, believe, receive! if need be.
December 22: Cancer full moon December 5: Sun-Neptune square

This year’s rare second Cancer full moon (the first Your proud sign is a sucker for flattery, but don’t
was January 1) can bring closure to a relationship be gullible under today’s foggy skies. While you
and help you finally break free of its spell. You certainly deserve praise, watch out for a kiss-up
could quit a habit just-like-that or find it in your who’s using it to worm their way into places they
heart to forgive someone. This lunation may also don’t belong.
bring a romantic fantasy to fruition, so start inching
toward that mistletoe. December 7: Mars-Neptune meetup
Combine and conquer! With action planet Mars
December 24: Mercury-Neptune square aligned with magical Neptune in your house of
Don’t believe half of what you hear, because shared resources, the road to success is paved with
someone might be talking out of both sides of their HOVs (high-occupancy ventures). The message is
mouth. A little sexy mystery goes a long way, but if clear: Team up to climb up to the top! Be forthcoming
a love interest continues to hide a part of their lives, with your business partners, but to everyone else,
you can bet your bottom dollar that there’s a raging keep a poker face and build anticipation.
fire under that smokescreen.
LEO 2018 HOTSPOTS

Your inspired and visionary leadership can turn
a “meh” project into something everyone wants
a piece of. Before the year comes to a close, rally
the team for one last big push. Reward their
superhuman efforts with an impromptu holiday
party, or take ‘em out for a Happy Hour/karaoke
night they won’t soon forget.

Is there a traitor on Team Leo? Watch out for
someone with ulterior motives or a secret agenda
who’s parading as an ally. This full moon (the
second of the year) in your house of hidden
enemies will shine a light on someone who’s not
what they’re pretending to be. It’s also a chance for
you to hit reset on any boundaries that have been
compromised—unless you want to be the person
working through the holidays, that is.

Normally you’re safe trusting your gut, but your
intuition may be a bit off the mark today. With
Neptune in the frame, it’s hard to get those internal
compasses to work right. Watch how you spend
your money. At holiday time, it’s easy to feel more
flush than you actually are. Buy a round, but stop
short of picking up the whole tab for your party
of eight. Watch the holiday cocktail intake, because
once the filters are off, you could say a lot more
than you intended. u
Virgo 2018
VIRGO 2018 HOROSCOPE
V IRGO AUG UST 23- SEPTEMB ER 2 2
The Highlights
Your love life won’t be the main event this year, The Buddha said it best: “We are shaped by our
but that doesn’t mean you can’t have fun! With thoughts; we become what we think.” And with
expansive Jupiter in your social third house, mindful Jupiter in your intellectual third house
single Virgos will enjoy lighthearted flirting and until November, it’s time to feed your worry-
fun dates. Check out the options before you prone head some uplifting fodder. Curate a
commit. Coupled Virgos can keep the sparks lit positivity playlist of audio books, podcasts and
by exploring new hobbies, getting involved in TED talks. Then pop in those earbuds and get
your community and mingling in fresh scenes. metaphysical while you get physical. Watch
Another reason not to rush? Serious Saturn what comes out of your mouth, too. Words
will spend the next three years in your romantic really do have the power to shape your reality—
fifth house, making you even more picky—er, now more than ever.
discerning—than you already are.
FAMILY & FRIENDS
MONEY & CAREER Platonic friendships are the ice cream and the
Get your message to the masses! With outspoken cherry on top of your 2018. With adventurous
Jupiter in your communication sector until Jupiter in your social and open-minded third
November, writing, teaching and media are your house until November, you’ll meet kindred
sweet spots in 2018. No more hiding—your spirts from all corners of the world. Soak up
brilliant ideas can change people’s lives. Is it time synergy with people from wildly different
to rebrand the Virgo empire with sleek graphics backgrounds and put your heads together on a
and fresh taglines? Tech-savvy Uranus moves joint project or two. You could get involved in
into your ninth house of publishing and global your neighborhood, possibly around an activist
connections this May, staying for eight years. or community-improvement effort. (That is,
From memes to Medium, the Internet is your if you stay in one place long enough to put
canvas. But skip the fluff if you want to go viral. down roots.) In November, Jupiter dives into
With mature Saturn in your creativity zone until your domestic fourth house, putting home and
2020, only a polished performance will build family matters front and center. Until then, mix
your loyal fanbase. and mingle away! u
VIRGO Horoscope
Power Dates for Virgo
VIRGO NEW MOON
September 9
VIRGO FULL MOON

March 1
VIRGO SOLAR RETURN

August 23–September 23
L
ook who’s talking now! An expressive Jupiter will bring kindred spirits in to help bring
year is in store for you, Virgo, as your vision to life. Partner up and make it happen!
audacious Jupiter soars through
Scorpio and your communicative third If you have a message to share with the world—
house until November. Last year, you were a busy and you probably do—this year could inspire you
bee, and work took center stage. Now, your social to take it seriously. Maybe you’ll explore a new
life is where the action is. New ideas, friendships interest or get formal training to hone your craft.
and community engagement will get your engines
revving. You could become a fixture on the local Structured Saturn, the planet of mastery and
scene or even commute between cities on a hard work, will spend the next three years in
regular basis. Variety is the spice of life under this Capricorn and your fifth house of passion, love
multitasking starmap, and you could have a lot of and artistry. You’ll have the stamina to sit in the
irons in the fire. But you don’t have to do it alone! recording studio and crank out that album, for
example, or to work with a mentor to sharpen house. Your closest ties may have gone through
your talents into something marketable. upheaval, especially around sex, shared finance
and property. Maybe you split up with a longtime
Your love life could get more serious with Saturn partner or saw large amounts of money come
here, and happily, your patience for drama will and go. You could have experimented with some
thin. If you’ve been consumed by fixing a partner’s unconventional sexual or emotional encounters
messy life (a common trap for helpful Virgos), pull during this time. Maybe you took a deep dive into
back. You want to be someone’s lover, not their life your own spirituality and psyche. Whew!
coach! This Saturn cycle can inspire some Virgos to
take a “dating sabbatical” and direct your energies Lighter, brighter energy is ahead as Uranus sails
elsewhere (into your own pursuits, for starters…). into Taurus and your worldly ninth house mid-
Single? Hold out for quality over quantity. May, staying until April 2026. The next eight years
could bring exciting opportunities to travel, teach,
For couples, structured Saturn might require you publish or start your own business. You could
to plan ahead and pencil in non-negotiable date connect with fascinating people from all walks of
nights. Even then, it could take a little extra work life and cultures. Prepare to become a citizen of
to get in the mood. Restrictive Saturn can muffle the world! New friendships will center around a
your mojo, so make sure you revel in your own common philosophy or shared progressive ideals.
radiance instead of relying on someone else to
make you feel turned-on. Dancing, celebration, With Saturn, Uranus and Pluto all in grounded
self-care, adornment—these are all things you can earth signs this year, 2018 could bring some much-
do to feel playful and alive, no matter what your needed ease. You’ll feel confident and eager to
relationship status. Don’t treat pleasure like an speak up—a cosmic “coming out” party of sorts.
optional thing you’ll get around to when you tick There will still be themes of control and surrender
off your responsibilities. Otherwise, it simply won’t to work through during this year’s Leo/Aquarius
happen. eclipses, which will touch your health and healing
sectors. But overall, the emphasis is on exploring
Feeling blocked around love? With transformational new ideas and far-flung vistas, and connecting
Pluto already in Capricorn since 2008, you’ve with your ever-expanding tribe—at long last!
gotten familiar with the ways you unconsciously
sabotage connection. Now that resilient Saturn’s Jupiter in Scorpio: New friendships
arrived, you may finally be ready to tackle deep and community, speaking up.
inner work around love and self-expression.
You’ll have even more cosmic assistance starting
Mayor Virgo in the house? Not exactly the titular
May 15, when unpredictable Uranus ends a seven-
tidings you were expecting—but stranger things
year run through Aries and your intimate eighth
have happened. This year may inspire you to
play superconnector, bringing people and ideas become creative collaborators. With Jupiter in this
together for the betterment of all. For most of dynamic-duo zone, why not test your chemistry on
2018, expansive Jupiter is in your third house of a trial project and see how your styles mesh? The
communication and community, mobilizing your key this year is to dabble and experiment, not to lock
mind and your mouth. While you might never yourself into anything binding or exclusive. Start
reach full extrovert status, your appetite for good small and grow organically. One of our favorite
company and stimulating conversation hasn’t been collaborations is Belletrist, an online platform for
this high in years. You could shock yourself by modern literature-lovers that’s the brainchild of
becoming a fixture on the social scene or a “name” Virgo Karah Preiss and Aquarius actor Emma
in your neighborhood. Roberts. Two proud bookworms, they found a way
to celebrate their favorite novels and authors, and
It’s not the weirdest notion, because Virgo is ruled to encourage their followers to read along.
by Mercury, the messenger planet. You always have
thoughts and opinions; you just don’t always say Find people whose skills complement yours, then
them aloud. With outspoken Jupiter loosening your sync your superpowers. For example, maybe
lips, the world had better prepare. Virgos are coming you’re an artisan who makes gorgeous dip-dyed
out with it—and a few hapless souls are about to get throw pillows, but you’re also a technophobe
read. You could earn five-star general status in the who’d still use a flip phone if you could. Team
Twitter wars or send trolls back to Middle Earth as up with a digitally-savvy branding wizard who
though wielding Gandalf the Grey’s mighty wizard markets your creations and handles the digital
staff. But before you get tangled in every social arm of your business. Or, get acquainted with the
media thread, remember to self-regulate screen wonders of easy platforms like Wix, Squarespace
time so it doesn’t take over your life! and Medium to give your brilliance some visual
(and socially-shareable) appeal. You might invest
When Jupiter first entered your third house in in a publicist, marketing expert or social media
October 2017, Virgo actors Rose McGowan, Asia pro to help build buzz.
Argento and Evan Rachel Wood all led the charge by
speaking out against movie mogul Harvey Weinstein Your friendships might also endure a growth phase,
and his decades of harassing, intimidating and and you could find that you’re not as in-sync with
assaulting women. Their courageous confessions your squad anymore. Is it them…or is it you?
broke open global dialogue on sexual violence the You don’t have to ditch your loyal circle, but you
treatment of women in Hollywood (and beyond). can certainly branch out. Meet people who share
Speak up, Virgo—by vocalizing your truth, you your interests, and stretch your own limits by
literally can change people’s lives. going to lectures, film openings, fundraisers and
Meetups. Explore local culture instead of heading
You could also attract some vibrant new friendships to the same-old snoozy spots or just staying in. If
in 2018, kindred spirit types who might even your conversations have turned into a repetitive
“With globetrotting Jupiter in your third house of local action, some

Virgos will hop between multiple cities or try out the bicoastal life.
Your job could require frequent jaunts to a satellite office, so invest in
a nice weekender bag for those short flights (or long drives).”
monologue, try meeting for an interactive hangout multiple cities or try out the bicoastal life. Your job
(a “Pinot and painting” class, for example). could require frequent jaunts to a satellite office,
so invest in a nice weekender bag for those short
With info-hungry Jupiter occupying these curious flights (or long drives). You might also get more
quarters, learning is an adventure! You could take creative with your commute, investing in a great
mini-courses that build your skills or earn you a bicycle and riding to work, or leasing a new set of
certification. But hold off on the serious degree wheels. One Virgo friend of ours, a performance
programs. Dabbling is more your speed now artist, is currently on the hunt for a camper so she
than, say, med school or a Masters. That said, can drive across the country while she writes a
this is a good year for touring colleges, studying script for her own one-woman show.
and test-taking. But your mood is changeable,
so be sure you’re really in this for the long haul If you’re thinking of relocating, this is a great
before you commit. year to “try before you buy.” Airbnb was made for
this Jupiter cycle. Take as many short trips as you
The “school of life” could be more appealing than can, staying for a few days in an appealing city or
any hallowed university halls. Experiment with district that you’re considering calling home. Get
new hobbies, especially DIY ones where you can up and go through your daily routine as if you
make things by hand. Have you always wanted to lived there: find the coffee shop, the yoga studio,
learn how to play guitar or craft your own custom- the health food store. Embrace your nomadic side!
blended perfumes? Find a workshop or an online
course. When the student is ready (and Jupiter’s By the end of 2018, you could be ready to start
in the house), the teacher will appear. Or, maybe house-hunting or to officially relocate. Research
you’ll be the one putting together a curriculum. while you can! Who knows? You might end up
Weave your expertise into a webinar and hang your right where you started, with a totally different
shingle! Jupiter was last in Scorpio from October mindset. Like Dorothy returning to Kansas, your
25, 2005 until November 23, 2006. Look back to time in Oz might spark a greater appreciation
that period for clues of what could resurface. for that “boring suburb” or “noisy, dirty city”
you wanted to flee. Or perhaps you’ll move to a
With globetrotting Jupiter in your third house different part of town that’s walkable, or greener,
of local action, some Virgos will hop between or whatever’s most important to you.
All that bopping around might even involve a to falling under their spell. Make sure you really
long-distance romance or a budding business know who and what you’re dealing with before
partnership. From May until August, Jupiter will you get in too deep! Keep your wits about you,
form a rare and harmonious trine (120-degree even as you pursue adventures with an open mind
angle) with enchanting Neptune, which is in Pisces and heart.
and your seventh house of commitment. During
this interpersonal cycle, you could become a rapt Jupiter in Sagittarius: Adventures in
student of the art of relationships—everything domesticity.
from body language and nonverbal cues to how
to have productive dialogue that doesn’t leave the
other person defensive. Whether you use that in
Home sweet home? In November, you could retire
business dealings or your personal life, these skills
your nomadic ways, as Jupiter starts a 13-month
can certainly help!
visit to Sagittarius and your fourth house of home,
family and foundations. After a breezy and non-
With Neptune adding its magic touch, some Virgos
committal year, you could be ready to put down
could get engaged—and the proposal might be
roots. Where you’ll hang your fedora is anyone’s
so poetic, you’ll want to have it framed. Maybe
guess. With global Jupiter in this domestic sector,
you’ll renew your vows or craft beautiful ones also
you could relocate, take a long-distance job offer
worthy of hanging on the wall. As Jupiter and
or change your living situation in a big way. The
Neptune embrace, friends could become lovers.
fourth house rules women and you might connect
You can meet someone with soulmate potential
to an inspiring #girlsquad that cheers on your
through social media or a dating app. Late-night
endeavors.
text marathons could reveal a match of the minds
and souls…and if you’re lucky, the bodies as well.
Time to convert that spare room into a nursery?
Expansive Jupiter in this maternal sector could
But there is some caution tape strung up around this
bring a new addition to your clan. For some Virgos,
transit: With Neptune’s fetish for secrecy, you may
this year could be time to start “baby talks”—or
also project a fantasy onto a faraway figure, paving
(surprise!) you’ll find out you’re unexpectedly
the path for an emotional affair. (Recommended
expecting. Your mother or a female relative might
reading: Chatting or Cheating by Dr. Sheri Myers or
play into events at the end of this year. Is your
The State of Affairs by modern love expert Esther
relationship due for an evolution? You may go
Perel.) Those rose-colored Neptunian goggles
through a few growing pains as you shift to a more
make everything so pretty—and optimistic
equal dynamic.
Jupiter is glad to brighten the picture, especially
while it’s retrograde from March 8 to July 10. An
Overall, this emotional cycle will call for more
emotionally manipulative person could be saying
nurturing and self-care. Your moods can fluctuate
all the right things, and you may be susceptible
and you might be processing a few heavier
feelings. Solitude can give you serenity, but make into your sphere. It can be a time of stepping
sure you don’t isolate yourself. Peaceful escapes into your power—as an artist, a creative thinker
into nature, especially near water, can give you or a lover. Virgos born between August 23 and
the quiet reset you need. After this year’s social September 7 will feel Saturn’s influence the most
whirlwind, you’ll crave more alone time—you’re this year.
back to your hermit-like Virgo ways! Carve out
some unapologetic sacred space where you can While it might take a little effort to keep the
read books, take long baths and pamper yourself sexy vibes flowing, this will be a huge relief
without anyone demanding your attention. after the last Saturn cycle you weathered from
December 2014 to December 2017. Saturn was
Saturn in Capricorn: Getting serious in Sagittarius, forming a stressful and demanding
about fun, love and creativity. square (90-degree angle of challenge) to your Sun.
You were pushed to do intense work around your
family, home and emotional security. There was
no cutting corners or pretending everything was
Love, actually? Structured Saturn will spend
“fine.” Saturn forced you to deal with childhood
the next three years in Capricorn and your fifth
baggage or your own refusal to grow up.
house of romance, passion and self-expression.
Mindfulness in matters of the heart is a must.
With harsh Saturn in your domestic house for the
You’re being called to conserve your creative and
past three years, finding a place to call “home” has
emotional energy, to focus. Take stock: Where are
been difficult for some Virgos. A move may have
you scattered and distracted? If you’re pouring
been delayed, or maybe you got serious about
too much attention into your mate’s life, pull
buying real estate, as Saturn found you seeking
back. With restrained Saturn here, you might
a more permanent address. On a metaphorical
feel a little less frisky and in the mood. You could
level, perhaps you just didn’t feel “at home” in
actually make appointments to have sex, or book
your body or emotions, or with the people you
non-negotiable date nights—as horrifying as that
were around. Your relationship with your mother
might sound to some of you. Hey, regimented
or an important woman may have gone through a
Saturn will put your consummate Virgo planning
tough transition.
skills to use in unusual ways! (And if it means
that you and bae slip sexy dinner date onto the
Saturn’s maturing influence isn’t easy, especially
calendar, it’s well worth it.)
when it squares your Sun, but it’s necessary
foundation work. Now that you’ve graduated from
All things considered, this should be a relatively
emotional boot camp, you can look back and see
easy and grounding cycle. Like Virgo, Capricorn
how much you’ve grown internally. This year, you
is an earth sign, and Saturn here will travel in a
can move forward with plans to expand your family,
harmonious trine (120-degree angle) to your Sun
put down roots or become a homeowner. Plans
sign until 2020, bringing more serious contenders
could really speed up when lucky Jupiter begins Don’t make the mistake of thinking that a baby will
a 13-month tour of Sagittarius this November 8, fix your problems or make you happy. You might
inspiring you to take a bold risk. need to make a few adult transitions first, such as
changing your living situation or working through
If you’re an artist or performer, the next three years differences in therapy.
can bring recognition, slowly but steadily. Saturn
rules experts, so you might find an agent to rep your Maybe you part with your beloved studio apartment
work or gather media exposure that draws a more where you spent your formative years channeling
mainstream audience. Put the essentials in place—a Carrie Bradshaw—and swore you’d never leave.
demo reel, a website, headshots—whatever the Now, you can’t fathom dragging a stroller up five
industry standard is. Saturn will help polish your flights of stairs, even if you once dashed down
presentation and put your best face forward. those steps in heels! Perhaps you make peace with
the decision not to have kids (or have more kids).
Patience, please: This is not the time to go Instead, you can devote that energy to nurturing a
“workshopping” your ideas to the public without creative “child” instead.
practicing and perfecting them. Keep the raw
material under wraps, even if it takes a few more Saturn was last in Capricorn from 1988 to 1991,
drafts or additional time to be ready. Team up and this time around, it will join transformational
with a mentor who’s a veteran in your field. Hire Pluto, which is here from 2008 to 2024. Over the
an editor or producer. When you make your past decade, Pluto has been slowly but seismically
grand debut, you want to have the basic kinks shifting your approach to love and self-expression.
worked out. Thirsty for fame? Humble Saturn can You may have endured dramatic or emotional
deliver a stern ego check or two. Anything done situations that exposed your secrets or forced you
for attention, money or instant gratification will to wear your heart on your vulnerable sleeve.
quickly fall apart.
Talk about excruciating! Virgos like to maintain
Thinking of trying for a baby? The fifth house the appearance of “having it all together,” but
rules fertility, and Saturn’s restrictive influence Pluto has shaken that up. As Saturn now runs
could deter your efforts to conceive or adopt. laps with Pluto, take these hard-won lessons and
Slow down and take your time—this is, after all, apply them to smarter relationships. Get serious
a lifelong decision! If age is a factor, you could about your talents. You could end this cycle with
explore the options: freezing your eggs, hiring a a career-defining work of art—and the confidence
surrogate or trying IVF. Let yourself go through to share it!
this process, Virgo—and don’t rush.
If obstacles to getting pregnant arise, take stock:

Is your life really set up to bring a child into it?
Uranus in Taurus: Bohemian Ready for a few eureka moments? The ninth
rhapsody. house rules higher learning and your mind will
May 15, 2018–April 26, 2026 be alive with curiosity. Maybe you’ll return to
university for an advanced degree—or, since this is
Virgo plans, the universe laughs? In 2018, you’ll an experimental transit, you’ll dabble in a course
happily be in on the joke. On May 15, changemaker or two. Anything from metaphysics to astrophysics
Uranus starts an eight-year tour of Taurus and could capture your fancy. (Warning: You might
your adventurous, expansive ninth house. It’s an lose interest just as quickly, so test the waters
exciting time that could be filled with global travel, before signing up for that PhD program.) Since
learning and wild new experiences. Uranus only Uranus rules technology, online education could
visits each zodiac sign every 84 years, so this is a be enriching—and for Virgo teachers, a profitable
once-in-a-lifetime chance to embrace your boho new income stream. Time to sell your own how-to
spirit full-on! webinar or virtual coaching services?
As Susan Sontag once said, “I haven’t been This Uranus transit might be a welcome shift in
everywhere, but it’s on my list.” An unconventional energy because, since March 2011, the cosmic
lifestyle could appeal to you. Ever dreamed of disrupter has been sidewinding through Aries and
living in Paris, Patagonia or Prague? Uranus your eighth house of intimacy, shared finances
in your global ninth house could present some and joint ventures. Your most delicate interactions
fascinating options between now and April 2026. have been fraught with a few unexpected
Think: an international housing swap, working curveballs. Sex, money, property—the eighth
remotely from the beach, or a contract gig house rules all of the ways we merge with others.
abroad. You may pull up your stakes and couch- Hosting unpredictable Uranus here made it hard
surf for a few months (or years), living in “gypset” for Virgos to put down roots! You may have been
style. Progressive Uranus could inspire you to hit with surprising expenses or forced to pay off a
do a service trip, building homes or teaching in debt. On the upside, a financial windfall or some
underserved areas. kind of gift may have fallen in your lap just as
unexpectedly. Uranus is the planet of surprise and
Not sure where in the world to call home? You’re sudden events—and hosting it in such an intensely
better off stashing your stuff in temporary storage personal part of your chart is anything BUT
and exploring. We know: that’s about as un-Virgo relaxing. Issues around sex, money and power may
as it gets. Luckily, you’re one of the zodiac’s four have led to a few blowups or shocking revelations.
mutable signs. You have an adaptable and curious
side that can make this fun—if you’re willing to go The eighth house rules transformations and
with the flow. whew, have you had your share of them! One
Virgo friend of ours built a house, moved out of
it, relocated to a small town with her longtime
boyfriend, broke up, and found herself living Eclipses in Leo & Aquarius: Health
rather contentedly in the guest house of a wealthy and healing in the spotlight.
friend’s estate. Another Virgo’s husband was January 31, February 15, July 27, August 11
accused of a financial scandal and lost a good
part of their fortune before he was exonerated. Time for an inside-out makeover? Four of this
Her family was forced to reinvent itself, which is year’s five change-making eclipses will touch down
a very Uranian outcome. In both cases, they are in your sixth house of health (ruled by Aquarius)
happier and more content, but their lives took a and your twelfth house of healing (ruled by Leo).
dramatic (and stressful) turn first. Radical Uranus You’re learning the balance between control and
in the eighth house can dig up secrets or reveal surrender, analytical thinking and imagination.
shady characters. While these agendas need to be These eclipses are part of a series running from
exposed, the process can be exhausting. February 2017 until January 2019. You’re learning
when to lean in and fix things yourself, and when
The philosophical ninth house is associated with to let the universe handle it.
the law and religion. You may question your
spiritual beliefs or get involved in social justice Letting go is hard to do, but January and August
work. With rebellious Uranus here, you’ll want to could find you waving the white flag. Two eclipses
make sure you find out the rules before breaking in Leo and your twelfth house of closure could
them. You don’t want to end up on the wrong side bring an unavoidable transition or moments of
of the justice system, even if you’re trying to do vulnerability. Control is an illusion, but that doesn’t
the (ethically) right thing. If you travel or make a stop us humans (Virgos especially) from pursuing
long-distance move, you’ll form friendships easily. it. These eclipses are teaching you how to ask for
Just vet people carefully before being too trusting. support…and receive it. If you’ve struggled with
Your inclusive spirit is beautiful, but not everyone an addiction, codependence or a self-sabotaging
on the planet is capable of handling that gift with pattern, you could finally hit rock-bottom and
proper care. reach out for help. There may be a sudden ending
or curveball that takes you by surprise—and as a
Uranus will be retrograde from August 7, 2018 result, you’re forced to lean on people instead of
until January 6, 2019, which may slow down the pretending you’ve got it all together. Suppressed
pace of changes or force you to scale back overly emotions could arise unexpectedly and you may
ambitious plans. Not all change has to happen mourn a loss that you’ve avoided facing. As the
at once, Virgo! Uranus will dip back into Aries saying goes, you’ve got to feel it to heal it.
from November 6 of this year until March 7,
2019, making one last dive into Aries. Clean up With these eclipses plunging you into the emotion
any unfinished business around finances and close ocean, this could be a powerful year to work
relationships, making sure things are on solid with a therapist. Caution: While it’s important to
ground. Make any last big changes now. acknowledge any trauma or pain, you don’t want
to get stuck in a victim mindset. The twelfth house Cancer Solar Eclipse: Power in
rules the subconscious, and you might benefit numbers.
from hypnotherapy, dream work and the field of July 12
“energy medicine.” You could even be called into
the realms of shamanism or plant-based healing Who are the people you call friends? On July 12,
near these mystical eclipses. We’re not saying you’ll a partial solar (new moon) eclipse falls in Cancer
be trekking to Peru for an ayahuasca ceremony, and your eleventh house of groups, shifting
Virgo—but we’re not saying you won’t, either. your alliances. Eclipses bring unexpected news
Whatever modality you choose, just be careful you designed to wake us up and inspire big shifts. You
don’t fall under the spell of a guru figure, as the could befriend a new crew of avant-garde thinkers
twelfth house rules illusions. or begin work on a cutting-edge collaboration.
The February and July eclipses could inspire a This is the first installment of a new eclipse
new eating and exercise regimen, as they fall in series that will fall on the Cancer/Capricorn axis
your sixth house of health and fitness. You may between now and July 2020. These eclipses will
get doctor’s orders to make a lifestyle change, shift your approach to love and friendship, helping
or begin treating a nagging ache or chronic you balance between drama and detachment.
condition. Have you ignored the red flags telling When should you dive in and when should you
you to reduce stress and prioritize self-care? These play the cool, impartial observer? You’ll explore
eclipses are your wakeup call, reminding you that that balance over the next two years.
the body is the soul’s address—and you need to
maintain your “property”! The sixth house is This first Cancer eclipse (the only one in 2018)
linked to the digestive system, so explore cutting- could bring an invitation to a special event where
edge research on gut health and microbiomes. you meet influencers and people who want to
change the world. It might be a black-tie benefit, a
The sixth house rules work and helpful people. music festival for a cause, or maybe just an informal
Near these February and July eclipses, you could salon where you discuss the state of the world. You
suddenly change jobs (or even careers), possibly could even be inspired to go into politics over the
moving into a “green” or wellness profession. next couple years. Hey, there’s an election year
Need more credentials? You might take an incoming up in the United States right after these
between gig while earning certification or learning eclipses end in 2020. Why not you, Virgo? u
new skills, such as web design or bookkeeping.
If Team Virgo is due for an upgrade, weed out
the slackers and replace them with capable and
competent new players.
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VIRGO: HOTSPOTS BY MONTH

January: Love Hotspots January 16: Capricorn new moon
This sensual new moon in your passionate fifth
January 9: Venus-Pluto meetup house could bring a romantic renaissance for
When the love planet clinks champagne flutes with singles and couples alike. Because it’s in grounded
game-changing Pluto, things can accelerate at the Capricorn, this is a good time to talk about the
speed of light. A casual flirtation could instantly boring yet essential practicalities, like sharing
have the feel of a karmic connection. Try to rise expenses and how you can save for your big goals.
above possessive, obsessive and controlling behavior
in your love life, whether you are the instigator or January 17-February 10: Venus in Aquarius
the recipient. Couples can bond through physical activities or
a cleanup mission. This is a good time to find the
January 11-31: Mercury in Capricorn weak links in your relationship and work on them,
During this flirty and frisky transit, the being careful not to fixate on flaws (your own or your
communication planet in your romantic sector can partner’s) since you can be a little perfectionistic
inspire you to open up about love and be direct now. Single Virgos might meet someone with
about your desires! keeper potential while engaged in healthy pursuits.
January 12: Mercury-Saturn meetup January 24: Mercury-Pluto meetup

Things may feel like they’re taking a turn for the Under this electric alignment, you could feel an
serious, and you want to get your emotional ducks immediate—and irresistible—pull to someone,
in a row. Even if a relationship is still getting off the an attraction so intense you can’t even describe it.
ground, make sure you both want the same things You might get into a deep conversation that takes
for the long haul. Otherwise, why bother investing a budding romance to a new level or reveals a side
any more into this? to the other person you didn’t know existed. Come
clean with those secrets!
January 13: Venus-Uranus square
It may not be easy to turn a blind eye to a dramatic January 26-March 17: Mars in Sagittarius
situation that threatens to disturb the harmony Hot-blooded Mars makes its biannual visit to your
of your relationship. You want to express your emotional fourth house, which could intensify
feelings, but today’s volatile energy isn’t conducive your moods and help you express feelings you’ve
to a “calm and reasonable” convo. Do your best to been keeping bottled up inside. If you’ve been
avoid coming off like an erupting volcano. waiting for news about a move or a pregnancy, you
may find out now. The action planet can dial up
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the pressure, so make sure you’ve thought things January 6: Mercury-Uranus trine
through before responding. By going rogue and trusting your intuition and
following up on any hunches, you could have a
January 28: Mercury-Uranus square breakthrough on a situation that’s stymied you.
Drama alert! Someone’s flirtatious or over-the- Make an effort to bond with your coworkers on a
top behavior could provoke your jealousy. The more personal level. Unexpected financial support
temptation to snoop in their texts or emails is may arrive from a family member—perfect timing!
strong—but unless you have legitimate cause, don’t
go there. (And even then, think twice.) A playful January 6: Mars-Jupiter meetup
person may turn up the heat, but you might not be You’re excited (understatement!) about an idea
ready to cross that line. and eager to pitch it. But be careful not to come
across as pushy or argumentative. In meetings,
January 31: Leo full moon (total lunar listen more than you talk. Interrupting people will
eclipse & supermoon) alienate them, and then you’ll never get to hear
This potent total eclipse in your twelfth house of their real objections.
transitions and healing might be what it takes to
finally release something or someone that’s been January 9: Sun-Pluto meetup
holding you back. There will likely be pain, but it This potent pairing fires up your house of creativity
could be one of those “rip off the Band-Aid and get and fame and helps you command people’s
it over with” moments. The sooner you do it, the attention. You could spend the day basking in the
faster you can move on with your life. spotlight. Maximize the potential by speaking with
authority and dressing to impress.
January: Career Hotspots January 11-31: Mercury in Capricorn

January 1: Cancer full moon (supermoon) Bells and whistles are encouraged, so go a little
This full moon in your teamwork house could crazy with those extra touches. Expressive Mercury
bring a collaboration together and signal a turning in your creative fifth house gives you license to
point—or a breaking point. Your mind is on think big for the rest of the month. When you’re
projects you could get involved in or new people presenting your ideas, use multimedia to wow your
who can help take your ideas to the next level. audience and tell stories to illustrate your points. A
Host a New Year’s brunch with potential partners little showmanship will win them over.
to gauge people’s interest. Or, get a group together
to set intentions for 2018. Who knows—it could January 12: Mercury-Saturn meetup
morph into an ongoing mastermind. Head high, shoulders back! Carry yourself with
regal confidence—not arrogance, just quiet
authority. Let others blow hot air. You’re sizing
up your audience to come up with the one perfect
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statement that will leave jaws on the floor. Boom! February 17-March 6: Mercury in Pisces
The only sound will be your #micdrop. With Mercury in your committed partnership zone,
you’ve got “happily ever after” on your mind. Pave
January 31-February 17: Mercury in Aquarius the way for productive, future-oriented dialogue
This annual three-week stint, with analytical with your S.O. Get back in sync by asking questions
Mercury in your systematic sixth house, inspires and listening rather than leaping to conclusions.
you to organize, declutter, strategize, then deploy! Unattached? By keeping an upbeat attitude, you
This is also a perfect time to give back, perhaps might attract someone with long-term potential.
with some pro bono or volunteer work. This is a good time to make a list of all the qualities
you want in a mate—and another one that pinpoints
your dealbreakers.
February: Love Hotspots
Don’t hold back on the romance today! This once-
There comes a time to stop talking and start doing,
a-year, magical mashup between the super-idealistic
and that time is now. You’ve dissected and discussed
planets in your relationship house inspires you to
an issue to death. Break the obsessive monologue
be sentimental and even a little sappy. Deluge your
that’s looping in your head by finding something
favorite person with love and appreciation—and
fun to occupy your hyperactive mind. Avoid the
allow them to do the same in return. Single Virgos
temptation to play life coach and give a love interest
could get swept off your feet. Are you seeing this
unsolicited advice. Your “feedback” will read as
person clearly? Frankly, today you could care less.
more critical than helpful.
February 25: Venus-Mars square

February 10-March 6: Venus in Pisces
Love could be interrupted as Venus and Mars form
When the love planet shimmies into your relationship
a feuding stance. Peacekeeping efforts may be offset
zone, couples can restore the harmony. Take the
by someone’s knee-jerk reactions, insensitivity and
high road instead of fighting, and choose love over
overblown emotions. One or both of you could be
being “right.” Singles can attract a better crop of
acting needy or jealous. Can you retreat to neutral
prospects (i.e., with long-term potential) if you try to
corners until this passes?
meet people through mutual friends or interests.
February 25: Mercury-Neptune meetup

February 17: Mars-Neptune square
It’ll be hard to tell where your partner is coming
The action planet has you chomping at the bit, but
from today, when hazy Neptune distorts the
your ideas or plans may still be half-baked. Neptune
communication planet’s messages in your partnership
can weave fantasy into the situation. Get a reality
corner. Even a solid commitment could feel like it’s
check from a neutral third party. You can’t afford to
on shaky ground. This energy is good for creative
be naive or gullible.
visualization and manifesting. Journal or make a
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vision board about the kind of relationship you’d like February 17-March 6: Mercury in Pisces
to have, pouring your heart and soul into it. When the social planet lights up your partnership
house, talk could turn to joining forces with a
friend, colleague or—shocker!—onetime rival.
February: Career Hotspots Negotiations will be smooth, and you’ll marvel at
how easy it is to hit on a win-win situation. Conduct
February 10: Sun-Jupiter square your due diligence nonetheless. Just because you’re
No one likes a know-it-all, and today you risk feeling the spark of synergy doesn’t mean this
alienating an ally by acting like you’ve got all the person will follow through. Luckily, chatty Mercury
answers. Under these combative skies, bite your helps you pose the right questions to assess your
tongue if you catch yourself about to dish out long-term potential.
unsolicited advice. Likewise, think twice before you
turn to anyone for feedback. This isn’t exactly the
February 28: Mercury-Mars square
most touchy-feely kind of day.
Lost the forest for the trees? Get out of your head and
maybe go hang out among some actual live oaks and
February 13: Mercury-Jupiter square maples. You love to analyze and calculate, but you may
Watch your tendency for TMI under this have crunched this thing past the point of it making
“information overload” starmap. Take extra time any sense. Take a breather and get out in nature, even
to review all plans or proposals. Jupiter is visionary if that means bundling up for a brisk walk. You’ll
but not good on the details. You don’t want to jump come back with fresh eyes later…or tomorrow.
the gun or underestimate how much time, money
or resources a project will actually take.
February 15: Aquarius new moon (partial March 1: Venus-Jupiter trine
solar eclipse) When the two “benefics” connect in a heart-
Chinese Year of the Dog opening trine, it paves the way for candid and
The stimulating eclipse in your sixth house of loving conversations. Both parties will be on the
systems and helpful people could point the way same page and willing to compromise, which will
to a dream intern or assistant. Over the coming make you feel closer than ever. Single Virgos could
weeks, you’ll naturally get more organized as you meet someone through mutual friends or simply by
streamline and declutter your way to success. smiling at an attractive stranger.
Looking to make a career change? Check out job
opportunities in the areas of wellness, the service
industry or an eco-conscious field. Today also kicks
Let’s talk about love, shall we? When the
off the Year of the Dog, which emphasizes loyalty
communicator of the zodiac joins forces with the
and friendship. Your circle could become an even
gentle love planet in your committed relationship
richer source of support and beneficial referrals.
zone, you can discuss anything! What’s been
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foremost on your mind? Share your desires with a March 13: Sun-Jupiter trine
new partner, or bring up the future with your S.O. Your preferred aphrodisiac today? Talking! With the
Sun in your partnership realm aligned with candid
March 4: Sun-Neptune meetup Jupiter in your communication center, you’ll have
This is one loving and compassionate cosmic no problem discussing any topic. Might as well go
coupling! Allow the wonder of the day to permeate big. What important goals haven’t you shared? What
your thoughts and actions. Whether you’re do you fear most about a future together? Single?
legitimately a power couple or just two kids crazy Sparks could fly with a friend or colleague. It’ll be
in love, if you act like you’re headed for the red surprisingly comfortable to talk about it before you
carpet, life will feel that way! “go there.” No need to make this awkward!
March 6-31: Venus in Aries March 13: Venus-Saturn square

Can you feel the temperature rising? When sensual Pump the brakes to make sure you’re on the same
Venus swings into your erotic, soul-merging eighth page and moving at the same pace. If you’ve merely
house, your closest bonds will feel tighter than assumed that your partner or amour du jour wants
ever, and you could take a big step toward more the same things out of the union that you do, you
permanent status. could be in for a rude awakening. Have a serious
talk to see how in sync you really are. Better to find
out now if you’re not than to invest even more time
March 6-May 13: Mercury in Aries
and emotional energy.
Take advantage of this extended Mercury cycle
in your lusty, lascivious eighth house (extra long
because of a retrograde) by spicing up your pillow March 17: Pisces new moon
talk. Fantasy can become reality if you’re willing to New beginnings are in store for single Virgos who’ve
share what’s in your chamber of secrets. Looking been unsuccessful in their search for true love. Pisces
for a willing co-conspirator? That won’t be so hard energy is openhearted and compassionate; maybe
to find now. allow more of that into your life? This beautiful
annual new moon in your partnership house can
hit refresh on your union and bring back the love
March 11: Mars-Uranus trine
(or the sexy). Time to part ways? You’ll be able to
You might just blurt out some strong feelings you’ve
do so with kindness and genuine positive regard.
been keeping under lock and key. That should
come as a huge relief—to you. But be careful not
to catch someone else off-guard. Not everyone is in March 17-May 16: Mars in Capricorn
as emotionally open a state as you are. Under the The randy red planet in your passionate fifth
influence of this activating, transformative trine, a house recharges your mojo and makes you totally
strong sexual attraction could blend with genuine magnetic. In its “exalted” position, Mars is extra
affection and lead to some toe-curling romance. powerful. Tap his fierce yang energy to induce
some epic loving.
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March 22-April 15: Mercury retrograde in the two weeks following this lunation. Prepare your
Aries acceptance speech, make sure you’re ready for your
The silver-tongued planet shifts into reverse in close-up. The annual full moon in your sign can
your eighth house of intense emotions. Jealousy, herald recognition for your efforts of the past half
suspicion and trust issues can erupt during this year or, if you’re ready to move on, the perfect time
signal-scrambling period. Couples may struggle to to launch your next act.
find the right words when they argue. Try not to dig
yourself in too deep. March 2: Mercury-Jupiter trine
Under this golden alignment, you’ve got the
March 23: Venus-Pluto square trifecta: brilliant visionary ideas, motivation to see
Just as Mercury turns retrograde—this! With these them through, and laser-like attention to details.
planets in your love corners, you might overreact Plan it, manifest it!
and act out of fear or anger. Old, deeply buried
issues can bubble up to the surface, creating tension March 4: Sun-Neptune meetup
and drama in an intimate relationship. What’s Tired of carrying the whole load yourself ? Stop!
needed? A little breathing room, please! Talk to some of your go-to peeps about joining
forces, perhaps working on a one-off project to test
March 29: Sun-Saturn square the waters first. Screen potential partners carefully,
Rush in or keep your guard up? How about a bit but trust your gut. You could team up with someone
of both? Allow yourself to be open and a little who helps doors open serendipitously.
vulnerable without giving away state secrets. Real
trust takes time to build. Even if you’re feeling March 6-May 13: Mercury in Aries
pessimistic about love or frustrated by the “looking Don your strategist’s chapeau! Mental Mercury
for it” process, hang in there! enters your eighth house of details and research,
blessing you with laser focus. This is a great time to
March 31-April 24: Venus in Taurus discuss joint ventures and negotiate a powerful deal
When the romance planet makes her annual visit to or two. You may also develop tunnel vision, so be
sensual Taurus and your worldly ninth house, you careful you don’t get so obsessed with a project that
could fall hard for someone from another culture or you forget to eat lunch or come up for air!
sign on for a long-distance affair. For couples, this is
a great time to take, or at least plan, a trip or take a March 11: Mercury-Saturn square
workshop to expand your mutual horizons. Your clever ideas might bang up against closed-
minded, stubborn people today, but that’s not
March: Career Hotspots necessarily a reflection on you. Some folks simply
need to assert their authority. Find a way to
March 1: Virgo full moon acknowledge that and then come back to them with
You could get the news you’ve been waiting for in your proposal.
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March 13: Sun-Jupiter trine March 24: Sun-Mars square

You don’t need outside support to be a beacon If you see something, say something? Maybe
of inspiration for others today. With the not today. You could anger the sleeping gods
blended, buoyant energy of the Sun and Jupiter, (or powers that be) by being too quick to share
you’ll have no problem standing up for yourself, your observations—especially if they involve any
your team or a project you believe in. If you unproven assumptions. You won’t win fans by
have to negotiate, start off with your full list of trying to fake it till you make it now.
“demands” and yield ground only when you
absolutely must. March 31: Libra full moon
Cash in your chips! Rewards for your hard work
March 17: Pisces new moon and devotion will finally come in at this culminating
Been thinking about teaming up with someone? full moon in your second house of work and money.
Explore the possibilities today, or in the next two Part of this was expected, but you could also receive
weeks, while the influence of this trailblazing new a surprising offer or promotion. This can lead to an
moon invigorates your partnership house. Seeds improvement in your quality of life, but don’t get
planted now will start to bear fruit in the coming too carried away.
six months.

Get ready to attract a lot of attention for being April 2: Mars-Saturn meetup
forthright. Courageous Mars in your expressive Hit the gas while pumping the brakes? That’s a
fifth house makes you a fierce role model when surefire recipe for whiplash! But with Mars revving
you raise your voice for change. Just keep your your engine while Saturn flashes a yellow light, your
ego in check—otherwise, you may come across as love life may feel like a stop-and-go affair. Even if
arrogant when you’re simply trying to do the right you’re feeling the love, you might not be able to
thing. Bonus: A creative outlet could keep you sane express it. Give it time!
if things get stressful at the office.
April 4: Mercury-Mars square
March 22-April 15: Mercury retrograde in People’s feelings are on a hair trigger today,
Aries and discussions about your relationship status
Just as things were picking up speed, communicator could provoke an intense reaction. Feel out your
Mercury throws it into reverses in your house of audience before you try to have “the talk” or bring
joint ventures. Shared money deals could get dicey, up touchy topics.
as can almost any financial transaction. Don’t take
things for granted: Check your bank and credit April 7: Venus-Saturn trine
card statements like a hawk for erroneous charges. Nothing is a bigger turn-on today than the truth!
Honest and direct dialogue can bring you closer,
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so spell out exactly what you desire. Just keep your April 24-May 19: Venus in Gemini
expectations realistic. For the next several weeks, the love planet will
wing her way through your tenth house of long-
April 11: Venus-Mars trine range goals. Suddenly “the future” doesn’t feel so
With activator Mars in your global ninth house distant, and you’re (almost) ready to talk about
winking at vixen Venus, you could feel strong more permanence. Single? A hot prospect could
chemistry with someone from another culture or, be lurking around the corner at work, or you may
if you’re on the road, a fellow traveler. Attached meet someone at an industry event, so keep your
Virgos will enjoy planning a vacation with their antennae up!
sweetie or signing up for a mind-expanding
workshop together. April 25: Mercury-Saturn square
Pause before you pry. Trust needs to be
April 15: Aries new moon established before someone can open up to you
Today’s sizzler of a new moon initiates a fresh six- like that. For your part, save the oversharing for
month cycle for intimacy and bonding on a soulful another day. Revealing too much too soon will
level. This could set the stage for a key exchange, work against you.
engagement or perhaps a pregnancy in the coming
six months. April 26: Mars-Pluto meetup
This smoldering hookup makes for one smoking-
April 17: Venus-Jupiter opposition hot day—and night. Power is an aphrodisiac,
While it’s nice to have options, too many choices but watch the mind games. You could get a little
can fry your circuits. With so many appealing obsessed with the object of your desires, but are you
possibilities, you could have a hard time making projecting an unrealistic fantasy onto them?
up your mind in the game of love. Question: Do
you have to make a decision now, or can you enjoy
the embarrassment of riches? Couples might get
into arguments over politics or religion. If you April 1: Sun-Mercury meetup
want to keep the peace, don’t go there. You’ve got the power of persuasion working for you
today, so make an audacious move, like cold-calling
April 17: Venus-Pluto trine a well-connected person. Your confidence alone
You can manifest a big dream by getting really could earn you an invite into an elite circle.
clear about it, down to the tiniest detail (which
just happens to be a Virgo specialty). This transit April 11: Sun-Pluto square
dials up the romantic intensity, so stretch outside Intellectually, you know that joining forces with
your comfort zone and try something a little someone could be good for you, but truth be told,
adventurous. Now where did you put those satin- you’re having a hard time playing well with others
lined cuffs again?
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today. Is it about giving up control or having to

share the glory? Take a look at that before you let
May: Love Hotspots
an opportunity slip away. May 7: Venus-Neptune square
You may struggle to discern whether someone
April 15: Aries new moon means what they’re saying or is just yanking
Pop the champagne? This fresh-start new moon your chain. Venus is sharpening your focus on
bumps your long-term finances way up on your the future, but hazy Neptune is putting up a
priority list. Over the coming six months, schedule smokescreen. Then again, it might be you who
a sit-down with your adviser—or hire one—to contracts a case of cold feet today. Sleep on any
make sure your investments are working as hard for big decisions before committing.
you as they could be.
April 18: Sun-Uranus meetup Today brings one last fist bump between this eclectic
On the upside, this is a powerful transit for duo in Aries and your erotic eighth house before
strategic negotiating, but the downside is that you these quick-witted planets move on to Taurus. You
may need to “massage” some inflated egos. You might be tempted to act on a clandestine attraction
yourself might have to combat an impulsive urge or a romantic fixation, which may involve exploring
around spending. If money is burning a hole in some unconventional desires.
your pocket, invest a little in your image. Dress for
the job you want to have! May 16-August 12: Mars in Aquarius
With the unbridled action planet in your
April 29: Sun-Saturn trine perfectionistic sixth house (for an extra-long cycle
Slow and steady will carry you over the finish line. because of a retrograde that starts June 26), you
Your forbearance is about to pay off, in the form may become more critical—about yourself and
of getting a solid handle on an important new others. Body image issues could flare, or you might
prospect. You almost can’t overplan this, so take attract people who need you to “fix” them. That’s
your time (again) getting this right out of the gate. a slippery slope. You want to be their love interest,
not their life coach.
With your communication sector ablaze, you’re May 19-June 13: Venus in Cancer
encouraged to speak from your heart, and you’ll get You could extend a benefits package to a platonic
a boost from the intense Scorpio full moon. An idea pal or get serious with an online connection, as
for a collaboration that’s been simmering over the the love planet illuminates your eleventh house of
past six months could finally take off. friends and technology. Attached? Come out of
your couple bubble and do something light, like
sports events or outdoor concerts—together or with
your separate crews.
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May 25: Jupiter-Neptune trine candor might be a little too much for a colleague to
This is the second in a trio of trines (the first handle today, so soften your comments—and your
was December 2017; the third will be August stance. Jupiter can spur you to overestimate what
19). Any way you slice it, this is a superb day for you’re actually capable of. So before you promise
heart-opening and expansive conversations. You someone the moon, go back and check your
might be drawn to a potential partnership that numbers and calendar to make sure it’s realistic.
spans cultural differences or allows you to rack up
frequent-flier miles. May 11: Sun-Pluto trine
Work your powers of persuasion and trust your
May 26: Venus-Saturn opposition intuition today! Your charisma will be off the charts,
Playing with fireworks is a good way to get burned. and you’ll be guided to say and do the right things.
With the love planet poking at humorless Saturn in Don’t preplan what you’re going to say. By being in
your dramatic fifth house, you might be barking up the moment you can make a powerful impact.
the wrong tree. Hit pause and review your actions
of late. Are you proud of what you’ve been doing, May 13: Mercury-Uranus meetup
or is it time to pursue another path to love? At this final tryst in trail-blazing Aries, these two
dynamic planets may prompt you to act a little
May 29: Sagittarius full moon impulsively. But in this case, that might be a good
This annual event illuminates your foundational thing. “Study long, you study wrong” as the saying
fourth house and could unleash a torrent of strong goes. Sometimes it’s worth taking a chance on an
feelings. It’s okay to show your sentimental and idea you feel strongly about.
tenderhearted side—to the right people. For some
Virgos, this lunation could herald a pregnancy, a May 13-29: Mercury in Taurus
home purchase or a change of address. When innovative Mercury sails into your visionary
ninth house, you won’t want to settle for the same
old, same old. Throw out the rulebook and let your
May: Career Hotspots adventurous spirit guide you. There will be plenty
of time to nail down the “how-to’s” later.
May 7: Mercury-Pluto square
While you’re striving to be transparent, you could
still lock into a power struggle with someone who
May 15: Taurus new moon
Ready, set, goal! This once-a-year new moon in
isn’t being upfront. Stay on your guard today and
your intrepid, expansive ninth house helps you take
don’t let anyone push your buttons or flatter you
aim at your loftiest dreams. Call forth your fearless
into giving up classified information.
spirit and set the intention to do work that’s aligned
with your highest purpose. Put the word out, and
May 8: Sun-Jupiter opposition
let the manifesting begin!
Watch where you aim those truth arrows! Your
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May 15: Uranus in Taurus (until November 6) May 23: Sun-Mars trine
This once-in-a-lifetime transit begins now and This is a perfect opportunity to dive into an
will last—on and off—until 2026. The planet of unwieldy project that requires streamlining and
radical change leaves Aries after being there since your unmatched attention to detail. You could be
2011 and enters your ninth house of expansion, the person who “saves the day” with a combo of
study, entrepreneurship and media, all areas in quick and strategic thinking.
which you can make major, revolutionary shifts in
your life. May 25: Mercury-Pluto trine
Don’t underestimate the powerful impact your
May 16-August 12: Mars in Aquarius words can have today. You could ruffle feathers if
With your organized and service-oriented sixth you just blurt out the first thing that pops into your
house ablaze, you can get clear about your head. Reach down deep and find your truth—then
upcoming schedule and tweak your budget. It’s an express it courageously.
extra-long phase because Mars turns retrograde on
June 26. Get your systems in place before then to May 25: Jupiter-Neptune trine
prevent stressful meltdowns and overwork. This is the second in a trio of trines (the first was
December 2, 2017; the third will be August 19).
May 16: Mars-Uranus square You could feel an almost mystical connection with
Just as you’re ready to dive into a plan, someone someone whose ideas and skills perfectly dovetail
starts throwing curveballs or presents a bigger and your own. You’re also in sync when it comes to
busier proposal of their own. Their ever-changing work ethic, and you might start a conversation
and unrealistic demands could drive you crazy. about making this a more official partnership.
Center yourself before you lose your cool.
May 18: Mercury-Saturn trine When your cosmic ruler, analytical Mercury, blasts
You’ve got some great ideas, but they might be into your tenth house of long-term-planning, it’s
lacking structure. Take your time to do this right, time to step into a leadership role and inspire your
and you could achieve a moderate degree of fame coworkers. Call a meeting to get everyone’s input,
or recognition. Don’t let that go to your head, then come up with a winning master plan.
though. Use it as fuel to keep refining your plan!
May 23: Mercury-Jupiter opposition June: Love Hotspots

Nice try, but you may have shared too much too
June 1: Venus-Jupiter trine
soon. Go back to the drawing board and scale
The line between “friend” and “more than friends”
back overly ambitious plans. It’s frustrating, but
could get blurry under this affectionate alignment.
ultimately, you’ll be glad you did.
Dabbling may be hard to resist—just make sure
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you don’t risk damaging a valuable connection do something a bit impulsive today, but watch that
for a night of pleasure, however intense it may be. you don’t destabilize a good thing by doing so.
Couples can get out of their private world and have
fun hanging with mutual friends. June 21: Venus-Mars opposition
Tempers can flare up as the love planets have an
June 2: Venus-Neptune trine out-of-sorts clash. Old fears or anxieties could blow
“Crossing the platonic line” could be unavoidable up, leading to codependent interactions. Watch for
as Neptune amplifies Jupiter’s still-lingering effect, critical or controlling behavior.
or you may feel a super-strong attraction to a new
person you meet online. Either way, check that this June 25: Venus-Jupiter square
person is available on every level before you get Sometimes too much of a good thing is not a good
your heart involved. thing at all. Under this expansive alignment, you
may have so many options that you can’t make up
June 5: Venus-Pluto opposition your mind. You might be attracted to more than
There are better ways to stoke the sexual embers one person and refuse to cut anyone loose. Before
than to stir up drama! Today, with shadowy Pluto you act, consider the potential consequences of
in your passionate fifth house facing off with love your actions.
planet Venus, someone might try to pull some
power plays or head-trips. Even if you’re tempted June 26-August 27: Mars retrograde
to engage, try to resist this no-win situation. Assertive Mars reverses direction, which could
trigger an old wound or cause a carefully plotted
June 13-July 9: Venus in Leo plan to blow up. While Mars is in Aquarius and
When vixen Venus makes her annual sojourn your nitpicky sixth house until August 12, you may
through your twelfth house of fantasy and be easily irritated. And when the fiery planet backs
transitions, a relationship could undergo a big into Capricorn and your passion corner after that,
change. Unhappy? You could finally the cut the major drama could erupt if you don’t properly
cord with someone you know isn’t right for you. manage stress.
With the stars aligned for a romantic escape, you
could book a dream vacation—solo or with one June 28: Capricorn full moon
special someone. This once-a-year lunation in your creative, sensual
fifth house could spark a romantic renaissance. A
June 14: Venus-Uranus square pregnancy is possible under this fertile full moon,
How clearly are you seeing your love interest, and too. In between “sessions,” head to your art or music
how sure are you about your feelings for them? studio or writing room and follow the prompts of
With Venus in your hazy twelfth house clashing your muse.
with disruptive Uranus, you could be harboring
some unrealistic fantasies. You may be tempted to
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June 29-September 5: Mercury in Leo success helps you devise a plan for achieving some
During the messenger planet’s annual retreat of your top work goals. Envision where you’d like to
through your restful twelfth house—extra-long this be by the end of this year, then hit the gas!
cycle because Mercury is retrograde from July 26 to
August 19—focus more on creative, right-brained June 26-August 27: Mars retrograde
work than deep analysis. There will be plenty of When the go-getter planet shifts into reverse in
time for that come September. your house of hard work and service, you might feel
underappreciated or uncompensated. While this
June: Career Hotspots isn’t the best time to ask for a raise or make a move,
it is a perfect opportunity to review your actions
June 1: Mercury-Mars trine (and personal motivation) and ask if you could be
You could get so caught up in the details of a project doing anything different. Give yourself two months
that you lose sight of your big-picture goals. Hit to turn your game around.
pause and refocus. Until you get a proper plan in
place, you’ll be running around aimlessly, wasting June 27: Sun-Saturn opposition
precious time and resources. Accept it, Virgo: You can’t hit it out of the park every
time at bat. Today, as naysayer Saturn throws shade
June 7: Sun-Neptune square at the confident Sun, one of your brilliant ideas
Every time you take one step forward, someone may get shot down or your “can’t-fail” proposal is
seems to barge in and interrupt your focused flow. rejected. Try to postpone pitch meetings, as you’re
Needy people gonna need, so you might as well not likely to get the response you’re hoping for.
erect some firm boundaries right out of the gate. If
someone close to you is slacking, do yourself a favor
and have a direct, tough-love discussion about your
July: Love Hotspots
expectations. July 9-August 6: Venus in Virgo
Ready, set…launch your charm offense! When the
June 12-29: Mercury in Cancer love planet shimmies into your sign for her annual
When expressive Mercury beams into your inspection tour, all eyes will turn to you. You know
collaborative eleventh house, the message is clear: what they say—if you’ve got it, flaunt it!
Teamwork makes the dream work! Tap your “brain
trust” and pool your resources to get things done July 11: Venus-Uranus trine
faster and more efficiently. If you’ve been hoping for more independence in
a relationship, speak up. Just be careful what you
June 13: Gemini new moon wish for because you could get it. Single? It’s your
This is one of the most exciting and inspirational audacious and outspoken behavior that will turn
days of your professional year! A fresh-start new people on today, so don’t be afraid to be authentic!
moon in your tenth house of career ambition and
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July 14: Venus-Saturn trine top ten things you’re grateful—or looking—for in a
With beautifying Venus in Virgo making a mate and stay focused on that.
harmonious angle to “make it happen” Saturn, this
might be the day you nail down some specific—and
stimulating—plans for your shared future. Single?
Treat your love life like any other project and July 5: Sun-Jupiter trine
commit to actions that will get you the results you This planetary pairing lays the groundwork for
desire. That could mean working with a love coach, fruitful conversations. Encourage everyone to
joining a dating app or signing up for hobbies where share their feedback on a team project. By getting
you’ll meet like-minded people. Sure it’s great to let them on the same page, they’ll be better able to
Cupid work his magic, but if you throw him a bone, see all the possibilities, which can build excitement
he’ll work that much harder. and momentum again.
July 24: Venus-Neptune opposition July 5: Mercury-Mars opposition

The urge to get swept away in a fantasy is strong Trying to get a consensus out of people will be like
today. Do you even know this person? This intense herding cats today. You may encounter passive-
aspect also brings a tendency to project drama onto aggressive head games, or someone might be
a partner or love interest. With karmic Neptune projecting their control issues onto you. Your best
holding up the mirror, don’t be so quick to blame. bet is to walk away and distract yourself—rather
Examine how a difficult person or situation may than trying to salvage a chaotic situation.
be reflecting an unhealed part of yourself. There
could be a valuable lesson in this!
July 8: Sun-Neptune trine
It’s an excellent day for networking and teaming up
July 26-August 19: Mercury retrograde in with kindred spirits. If you feel an instant click with
Leo someone, it’s worth exploring. You’ll intuitively
When the quicksilver planet darts into your sense if there’s synergy, so start a dialogue to see if
introspective twelfth house, you have a chance to and how your superpowers overlap.
pull back and evaluate your current relationship
status. It’s not the best time to make radical changes. July 9: Mercury-Jupiter square
Consider things from a more objective distance. Someone could be all sizzle and no substance today,
so don’t fall for their larger-than-life pitch. Even if
July 27: Venus-Pluto trine it sounds appealing, make sure you know exactly
You won’t be able to hide your feelings any longer— what they’re selling. In any deal or purchase,
and why would you want to? Under this emotionally scrutinize the fine print. If something is confusing,
intense mashup, you’ll want to acknowledge an request a clear explanation. And if it sounds too
attraction or show deep appreciation for your good to be true…well, it probably is.
partner. Feeling stuck in a rut? Make a list of the
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July 12: Sun-Pluto opposition July 27: Sun-Mars opposition

Don’t provoke someone just to get a reaction out You’d love a mental break today, but good luck with
of them. That’s a recipe for a major disaster, and that! You’re getting bombarded with calls, emails
you don’t have time for games like that. If you’re and detailed conversations that you don’t have the
not happy with the way your interaction is going bandwidth for. Reschedule as much as you can
today, table discussions for another time. and focus on finishing up the most time-sensitive
projects. But be realistic. There’s only so much of
July 12: Cancer new moon (partial solar you to go around.
eclipse)
This powerful eclipse in your teamwork house could
reel in an exciting partnership prospect over the
coming two weeks. Write up a long list of questions August 6-September 9: Venus in Libra
now, so that when it’s time to talk nuts and bolts, Does it get any better than this? Romantic Venus
you won’t be caught unprepared. is making her annual sweep through your tactile
and sensual second house, turning up the heat as
July 25: Sun-Uranus square well as your seductive powers. Don’t hold back in
If your obligations are piling up faster than you can expressing what you feel, asking for what you want,
fulfill them, look for a way to delegate or outsource and showering the object of your affection with
some of the grunt work. If there’s no chance of appreciation. Allowing them to do the same in return!
that, see if you can renegotiate part of the load, or
at least push a couple deadlines back. August 7: Venus-Mars trine
The love planets are synced up in a sweet angle,
July 26-August 19: Mercury retrograde in touching down in the grounded and secure parts of
Leo your chart. It’s a good day to give the wheels of your
When the communication planet shifts into reverse relationship some grease by talking about schedules,
in your hazy twelfth house, a personal project could budgets and future plans. Single? You could meet
stall, or you might lose an important supporter. someone through work or being of service. What a
Stay on guard for people with hidden agendas or great “origin” story that would make!
who aren’t saying what they really mean.
August 9: Venus-Saturn square
July 27: Aquarius full moon (total lunar Tough love isn’t easy, but sometimes it’s the best
eclipse) medicine. Today, constraining Saturn squares off
A galvanizing full moon eclipse in your sixth house with dreamy Venus. Even if your heart is saying
of work, service and health could help you turn yes, your head may veto that vote. If your timing
over a new leaf. You may jumpstart a new fitness is off or the object of your affection isn’t a worthy
regimen or find more fulfilling work, whether it’s a candidate, don’t waste any more time. There’s no
full-time gig or side venture. reason to settle.
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August 11: Leo new moon (partial solar yourself overreact or hurl unfounded suspicions
eclipse) at people who haven’t done anything to warrant
A game-changing new moon eclipse in your it. You could veer into diva territory if you’re not
receptive twelfth house emphasizes your softer side. careful. So be careful!
You could kick off a six-week period of probing
your emotional depths and doing some important August 26: Pisces full moon
healing work. Single Virgos could tap their This once-a-year full moon in your relationship
manifesting mojo and call in a soulmate. house heralds some exciting changes, whether
you’re attached or not. Couples can bond on a
August 12-September 10: Mars in Capricorn deeper and more loving level or take a huge next
Drama alert! Hotheaded (and hot-blooded) Mars, step. Single? The bright light of this lunation can
retrograde since June 26, backflips out of your point you in the right direction of a caring partner
organized sixth house and into your passion sector. who isn’t afraid of commitment.
Old conflict may resurface, or an ex could come
back into the picture. Try not to do anything that August 27: Mars retrograde ends
might be labeled “rebound effect.” Can we get an amen? Confrontational Mars
wraps up a challenging two-month retrograde,
August 19: Jupiter-Neptune trine which may have stirred up conflict or drama in a
This is the third in a trio of rare trines (the first partnership or brought back a difficult ex. From
was December 2, 2017; the second was May 25) here on in, look forward to smoother sailing—and
between expansive Jupiter and healing Neptune. seriously sexy encounters as Mars lingers in your
You and a partner or love interest will both be open passionate fifth house until September 10. The
and receptive to what the other has to say. The temperatures outside may be starting to fall, but
nicest part is that you don’t feel the need to be 100 indoors, it’s about to get hot, hot, hot!
percent in sync. In fact, your differences are a big
part of the turn-on!
This rare alignment adds stability to your union and
Beware a micromanager in your midst, who’s intent
helps single Virgos call in more grounded, serious-
on throwing curveballs—or at least shade—just
minded prospects. When you’re talking about your
as you get your plan underway. Too many details
feelings today, “just the facts” is a good approach.
and moving parts in a big project could start to
overwhelm and stress you out. Swallow your pride
August 26: Venus-Pluto square and consider scaling back or asking for more time
Trust issues could make a surprise appearance to pull this off.
today, catching you a bit off-guard. Don’t let
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“Beware a micromanager in your midst, who’s intent on

throwing curveballs—or at least shade—just as you get your
plan underway. Too many details and moving parts in a big
project could start to overwhelm and stress you out.”
August 10: Mercury-Jupiter square full moon inspires “dynamic duo” thinking.
Someone’s passive-aggressive remarks could hit a A partnership or business deal that’s been
nerve today. Blame it on communicator Mercury percolating for the past six months could reach
being retrograde and squaring amplifier Jupiter, an important turning point. Ready to make it
which is blowing things out of proportion. Avoid official? There’s no better day.
resorting to manipulative tactics. If someone is
dancing around the topic, confront them. August 27: Mars retrograde ends
No more roadblocks! After a delaying couple
August 19: Jupiter-Neptune trine months while the action planet was spinning
With this being the third in a trio of rare trines backward, you can now expect a creative project
(the first was December 2017; the second was May to pick up steam and gain traction. Be ready to
25), you may rediscover an affinity for someone move into another, bigger league; you could finally
you worked with in the past—in another capacity. receive the recognition you deserve!
But before you assume you can make magic again,
test it out with a small-scale initiative, letting them August 28: Mercury-Jupiter square
really show their true colors. Trust your gut under Déjà vu all over again? Today could feel like a
this alignment of these intuitive planets, which repeat of August 10, but this time Mercury is
aren’t usually wrong about these things. moving forward. Now when someone throws you
shade, you can call them on it, put your foot down
August 25: Sun-Uranus trine and thwart their attempts to steamroll you.
Hop onto the main stage and take your place among
the movers and shakers. When the confident Sun in
your sign teams up with innovative Uranus, original
and bold ideas—not “parroting the party line”— September 8: Venus-Mars square
will win you new fans and supporters. As the love planets clash today, you could feel torn
between dueling desires for security and excitement.
August 26: Pisces full moon One part of you is bored and wants to shake up
Trying to do it all by yourself again, Virgo? the status quo, but you could be tempted to create
Give it up. Today’s enlightening and enlivening drama. Is a momentary thrill worth it?
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September 9-October 31: Venus in Scorpio to leap into a physical connection without thinking
You can really get into a deep, loving groove as it through.
Venus cycles through lusty Scorpio. This is a
playful and flirtatious time, great for exploring your September 24: Aries full moon
options and engaging in witty, seductive repartee. There’s only one full moon per year in your
Couples will enjoy socializing together more with intimate and erotic eighth house, and this one
mutual friends and exploring new hobbies. Just be might spark an intense and irresistible attraction. It
on guard for jealousy when Venus turns retrograde can inspire you to express your unfiltered emotions
from October 5 to November 16, especially if a or make a move on someone you’ve been casually
“friend” tries to meddle in your love life. flirting with. For some Virgos, this will be a day of
reckoning—you’re either all the way in, or you’re
September 10-November 15: Mars in out. If you haven’t had time to connect behind
Aquarius closed doors, this sexy full moon hangs a boldfaced
Mars returns to your sixth house of details and “do not disturb” sign on your boudoir.
organization for a second visit this year, only this
time he’s blasting full steam ahead instead of
dipping into retrograde. In your drive to improve
September: Career Hotspots
yourself, you may get forceful and perfectionistic. September 5-21: Mercury in Virgo
Ask one close friend for feedback to make sure When your ruling planet beams into your sign
you’re not coming on too strong, which could cause for its annual half-month stint, you’ll be able to
a love interest to back off. Beware the trap of trying evaluate all those ideas that are coming through fast
fix or change your partner. Work on loving their and furious. If you can’t keep up in real time, write
perfectly imperfect ways—and while you’re at it, them down and save for later.
accepting your own!
September 12: Venus-Uranus opposition Part of you is doing your best to keep it real, but
Talk about knocking you over with a feather. You another part is getting swept up in a romantic
or your partner might bring up something that fantasy. Nebulous Neptune makes it hard to know
changes the direction of your relationship, or you what’s going on in the other person’s head. Think
could discover something about them that catches about what you want for the long term, then have
you by surprise. a heart-to-heart to see if your desires and goals
actually align.
Under this hotheaded clash of the cosmic titans, September 7: Mercury-Uranus trine
people could jump to conclusions or act out This merger of the two innovator planets could
without considering the ramifications. The intense, bring a brilliant breakthrough or a true “aha!”
competitive energy can froth up desire, causing you
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moment of inspiration. Your message of hope handle on money matters. But you’ll have to take a
can inspire people and help them bridge their cold, hard look at some of your habits (e.g., fondness
differences. It’s also an excellent day for publishing, for retail therapy) and rein yourself in. This can be
travel, study or teaching. a super-productive phase if you motivate yourself
to cut the excess and focus!
September 9: Virgo new moon
This initiating new moon in your sign could help September 24: Aries full moon
you launch a project you’ve been working on or You’ve got the urge to merge today! Stocks, bonds
dreaming about for some time. Even if you’re not or debt consolidations, that is. This Aries full moon
quite ready to take this live, plant some seeds now— lights up your eighth house of “other people’s
and water and fertilize them on a daily basis to help money”—bringing financial affairs to a head. Get
them grow over the coming six months. ready for news of a bonus or other windfall; or
perhaps the other shoe will finally drop on a shaky
September 10-November 15: Mars in situation you’ve been avoiding. Hey, at least you can
Aquarius now “deal” in order to heal.
During Mars’ second visit to your sixth house of
organization and helpful people (this time moving September 25: Sun-Saturn square
forward instead of retrograde), you can rally the Your desire for financial security is a good thing, but
troops and get a pet project off the ground. The red taken to extremes, it could override common sense.
planet could stir up competition and stress, so be Do a reality check to make sure your standards
mindful not to load your plate too full—or anyone aren’t impossibly high. That would only serve to
else’s, for that matter. de-incentivize you!
September 11: Sun-Pluto trine September 27: Sun-Mars trine

It’s almost not fair to others how much creativity Under this magnetic mashup, you’re encouraged
and charisma you’ll exude today. If the spotlight to be daring and let your light shine. Take a bold
finds you, find a way to actually bask in the initiative, perhaps throwing your hat into the ring
attention! There’s no need for false modesty for a position of more leadership at the office? Put
when you know how awesome you are. As you those Virgo strategizing superpowers to work!
shine from the inside out, you’ll inspire others to
do the same.
September 21-October 9: Mercury in October 5-November 16: Venus retrograde
Libra The love planet makes a tricky backspin in your
When the communication planet sails into your communication center, disrupting the flow in
practical second house, you’ll be able to really get a relationships and triggering arguments. You may
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not be able to talk this out just yet. On October your hard work today. WTH!? Defend yourself,
31, Venus retreats into your security zone and even if that means filing a formal complaint. But
possibly chips away at your self-confidence. The don’t give them any energy in the process. This is
best antidote? Plenty of nurturing self-care! about taking ownership of your accomplishments.
October 10: Venus-Mars square October 8: Libra new moon

You may find yourself questioning whether to This annual new moon in your second house
follow a “safe” course, which leads to comfort of work and money dangles a profitable carrot,
and stability (and perhaps boredom), or take a inspiring you to shift into high gear. You could kick
gamble on someone who promises excitement and off a fresh fiscal cycle that carries you into the next
fireworks. Something to ponder: Is it possible to six months. The clearer and more quantitative your
have it all, and if so, how? goals, the likelier you are to realize them.
October 31: Venus-Uranus opposition October 9-October 31: Mercury in Scorpio

An innocent conversation could blow up into When the communication planet invades focused
something confessional, whether you were ready Scorpio and your logical third house, you’ll be
for this or not. Before you try to pry the lid off a blessed with a single-mindedness of purpose. You’ll
potential Pandora’s box, think through how you’d have the ability to sail through the less inspiring
feel if you found some skeletons in there. administrative chores and get busy on a lofty project.
But wait until after Mercury finishes an upcoming
October 31-December 2: Venus in Libra retrograde (on December 6) for the big reveal.
After a tough retrograde, Venus reprises her first
Libra visit, which was from August 6 to September October 10: Mercury-Uranus opposition
9. What did you start and not follow through on— Hard as this advice may be to follow—think
or what did you actually dive into that now needs before you speak! Impulsive comments are always
some “re-visioning”? Venus rules Libra and is very risky, but under this hair-trigger clash, they could
comfortable in this idealistic sign. Let your sweetie be regrettable. Don’t jump to conclusions about
know exactly what you’re thinking. You might something you read or hear. Dig deeper and get
be in for a pleasant surprise. With Venus in your the full story before you fly off the handle.
sophisticated second house, enjoy some upscale
date nights and a thoughtful gift or two. October 12: Sun-Pluto square
Whoa! You were just minding your own business
when suddenly, out of the blue, someone says or
October: Career Hotspots does something that forces you to confront some
old fears or anxiety. You can try to sweep it under
October 2: Mercury-Pluto square
the rug. But if you want to move on once and for
You could catch someone trying to take credit for
all, you might as well deal with it.
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October 19: Mercury-Neptune trine emotional bonding (for its last four-month visit),
Your mind will be sharp and focused, but when intensity returns with a vengeance! There could
these planets sync up, you’ll also be able to tap into be a few final shakeups, designed to make sure you
near-psychic dimensions. This is great for creativity, don’t sacrifice your autonomy and get swept too
but you could absorb people’s emotions like a far up into someone else’s orbit. You have a chance
sponge. To avoid derailing your own initiatives, to do some “shadow work” and resolve feelings of
protect your own emotional boundaries. jealousy, control and possessiveness that could be
holding you back.
October 24: Taurus full moon
This culminating full moon in your expansive ninth November 8, 2018-December 2, 2019:
house shines a bright light on one of your loftiest Jupiter in Sagittarius
goals. But you may have to take a leap of faith to The expansive planet of good luck swings into
accomplish it. The ninth house also rules travel, your fourth house of home, family and foundations
publishing and education, and you could walk into for the next 13 months. This could usher in an
a sweet opportunity to engage in one of those on a emotional, sentimental period. Next on your
scale you never dreamed of ! couple’s agenda? Meeting each other’s families,
trading keys or sharing a home.
Watch where you drop those truth bombs! With November 9: Venus-Mars trine
the ego-driven Sun facing off with rebellious Get ready for another supportive alignment of the
Uranus, you might be tempted to lash out at cosmic lovebirds. Because they’re in your practical
someone. It may feel good (okay, amazing) in the houses, you could be inspired to get fit together or
moment, but you could be mopping up this mess make some new financial goals. Single? Outdoorsy
for weeks to come. pursuits or a volunteer gig may be the setting for
a meaningful encounter. Bonus: You’ll have the
October 29: Mercury-Jupiter meetup confidence to make the first move.
You’ve been dying to share your big ideas and get
the team fired up about the possibilities. But could November 15-December 31: Mars in Pisces
you reveal it in stages so you don’t inadvertently It’s the day you’ve been waiting for! Red-hot
wind up promising more than you can deliver? Mars blazes into your partnership house. Passion
reignites for Virgos single and attached—the latter
November: Love Hotspots might feel like a true power couple over the festive
holiday season. Be warned that Mars can bring on
November 6-March 7: Uranus in Aries stress and conflict (in addition to steamy interludes),
When unpredictable Uranus retrogrades back into so resolve to not sweat the petty stuff.
Aries and your eighth house of sex, intimacy and
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November 16: Venus retrograde ends open to the surprises that necessarily come from
The love planet ends a dicey dustup that began being intimately involved with another person. And
on October 5. You can see a rocky romantic don’t try to hide your vulnerable, messy side. It’s
situation more clearly now and shore your what keeps your partnership authentic and your
confidence back up. If you’ve been on the fence loving bond alive.
about someone, Venus’ return to direct (forward)
motion will help you decide whether to work
things out or move on. November: Career Hotspots
November 16-December 6: Mercury November 6-March 7: Uranus in Aries
Impulsive Uranus retrogrades into Aries and your
retrograde in Scorpio
eighth house of joint ventures and merging for
Mental Mercury shifts into reverse in your touchy-
one last hurrah. You might start to feel a little
feely fourth house, making you prone to taking
trapped or controlled by commitments that seem
things a little too personally. This is not an ideal
too binding. The point of joining forces is so that
time to meet each other’s families or close friends,
you both grow and expand, not feel held back. If
as you won’t be acting with your full confidence.
things have started to feel confining in a financial
Put off discussing hot-button issues like children, as
or contractual arrangement, it may be time to
one or both of you may be too subjective right now.
recalibrate and get back on more mutual ground.

Postpone heavy talks for another day, when you’ll
This annual event helps you make a fresh start with
be more objective and willing to compromise.
your money and focus on your long-term finances.
Today you’re in fierce “guard your turf ” mode, and
Start by finding a realistic (and aggressive) way to
any and all insecurities will be magnified.
reduce debt if you’re carrying any. Then look to the
future and set some inspiring new financial goals!
These two powerful and positive planets spin into
their annual alliance, this year in your domestic
Go-getter Mars is revving up your dynamic-duos
fourth house. You’ll be more open to someone’s
zone for the next six weeks, which can open the door
advances or propositions about home and family.
to an exciting and mutually beneficial collaboration.
If you’re thinking about starting or expanding the
Don’t wait for someone to approach you. The red
family, this is a good time to try—or at least to talk
planet gives you the confidence to reach out to an
about it in earnest.
influential person and broach the subject. Try to
seal the deal before the end of the year!
Remember, O’ Analytical One: Love is a journey,
not a movie whose script is already written. Stay
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November 23: Gemini full moon December 20: Sun-Uranus trine

This activating full moon in your professional tenth You could be overwhelmed by strong and
house helps you pursue your career ambitions unexpected feelings under this unpredictable starry
without fear. With la luna in spontaneous Gemini, alignment. Don’t be terribly surprised if an intense
you may get a wild hare to quit your job or leave emotional or sexual attraction detonates. You won’t
your field altogether and try something brand be able to hold back today, so take precautions!
spanking new. At your current gig, corporate
restructuring or rebranding could present you with December 21: Venus-Neptune trine
a brilliant opportunity to advance. Seize it! When these dreamy, romantic planets align, you
could be inspired to make some uncharacteristically
December: Love Hotspots emotional declarations. Funnier still: You don’t
mind who hears. Someone may woo you with
December 2-December 31: Venus in Scorpio the most charming words. It’s fun and flattering,
Venus in your communication sphere encourages but let them know that actions speak louder than
you to share honestly about your feelings. It may poetic outpourings.
be hard at first but it might feel so liberating that
you make a habit out of it. Sparks could fly with
someone you meet on the local scene. Take it
slow—if it’s got legs, you’ll find out in due time. December 1-December 12: Mercury in
Scorpio
December 7: Mars-Neptune meetup The messenger planet has been backing through
Lusty Mars teams up with dreamy Neptune in your emotional fourth house since November
your relationship house. This is a magical day for 16. Starting today, when it reverses into your
couples to reconnect romantically or sexually, and communication zone, it threatens to scramble
to set some shared goals for the New Year. Single? some signals until straightening out on December
Take advantage of the day’s golden vibes to focus 6. Translation? Hold off on super-important pitch
on what you want to manifest in your love life over and strategy meetings for the next week if you can.
the next year.
December 2: Sun-Mars square
December 7: Sagittarius new moon Is this your job or Game of Thrones? Brace yourself
This powerful annual event in your domestic fourth for battles of will, ego trips and someone gunning
house helps you make a fresh emotional start and for world domination. People may push all your
get more in touch with your feelings. You could buttons and even try to strongarm you into doing
solidify plans to buy or sell a home or expand your something you’re against. Hold your boundaries
family. Anything new is especially supported for the firm, Virgo. If you can resist them, they might not
next six months! try these stupid human tricks again.
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December 5: Sun-Neptune square December 22: Cancer full moon

With your emotions careening hither and yon, This engaging full moon in your networking
it’ll be hard to tell reality from illusion. Nebulous zone sets up a six-month energy pattern that will
Neptune makes you susceptible to flattery and help you find your way into an elite group or an
heartstring-tuggers. Be quick to question and slow organization that’s doing work you care about. If
to trust, especially if something feels “off.” But you’ve got any holiday presents left to buy, take
don’t accuse anyone of anything. It’s possible you’re some time off to hit the stores or do some online
misreading the situation. retailing.
December 7: Mars-Neptune meetup December 24: Mercury-Neptune square

You can form a powerful partnership during this Listen to the way you’re communicating today.
biannual mashup of forceful Mars and manifestor You don’t want to let even a smidge of “victim
Neptune in your dynamic-duos zone. But take mentality” drift into your speech. You could
your time to check references and do a thorough be feeling sensitive, making you susceptible to
background check. You only want to work with someone’s impassioned request that you help them
someone who understands and shares your mission. finish “one last thing” before the holiday break.
Remember: “No.” is a complete sentence. u
Sagittarius
Expressive Mercury closes out the year in your
emotional fourth house, emphasizing your domestic
side. During the holiday season, you’ll be focused
on home and family, and it’ll be surprisingly easy
to share your sincere feelings in an open and
affectionate way.

When you share your opinions or pitch an idea
today, imbue them with passion and emotion. Facts
and figures won’t engage people under this starry-
eyed starmap. Instead, tell a personal story. When
others have questions, don’t try to hide behind
jargon. Make it a point to be open and transparent.
Libra 2018
LIBRA 2018 HOROSCOPE
L IBRA SEP T EM B ER 2 3- O CTO B ER 22
The Highlights
LOVE skywriting! You could rocket to a leadership role
Confidence is irresistible—and you’ll start or win a prestigious honor.
having that in spades this year, as Jupiter
visits your second house of self-worth. You’re HEALTH & WELLNESS
attracted to security and could meet a stable Good habits are everything this year. Jupiter
partner. Someone you may have considered in your streamlined second house infuses your
“boring” now seems like a great catch (and daily routines with a pleasant and inspiring
probably is!). Couples can use this time to get rhythm. It may sound basic, but eating, going to
more grounded in your current relationship. bed, and waking up at the same general times
Unpredictable Uranus ends a seven-year every day can do wonders for your vitality.
journey through your partner house this May, Keep everything simple, including your diet
adding more consistency to your commitments. and exercise. For Libra women, Saturn in your
But it’s not all scripted: Two passion-powered feminine fourth house can spotlight hormonal
eclipses this February and July could bring new and reproductive health.
romance or even baby news.
FAMILY & FRIENDS
MONEY & CAREER Home and family could be weighty topics in 2018,
Bring on the bounty! Abundant Jupiter spends as structured Saturn visits Capricorn and your
most of the year in your second house of work domesticity zone. Maybe it’s time to get serious
and money. This could bring a new career path, about home ownership, parenthood or putting
down roots? This could be an “empty nest” year
a raise or promotion, or a relocation for work.
for some Libras, or a time when an aging parent
With auspicious Jupiter playing accountant,
becomes your responsibility. Your relationship
2018 could be your luckiest financial year in over
with your mother or a female relative could
a decade. Innovative Uranus starts an eight-year go through a rocky but important transition.
visit to your joint ventures zone in May, which Have you outgrown your crew? Eclipses in your
could spark an exciting collaboration. You friendship sector this January and August can
might explore real estate, investing or passive reshuffle your alliances. The year ends on a
income options online. July’s solar eclipse in vibrant note once Jupiter starts a 13-month visit
your ambitious tenth house says “CEO”…in to your social third house in November. u
LIBRA Horoscope
Power Dates for Libra
LIBRA NEW MOON
October 8
LIBRA FULL MOON

March 31
SUN IN LIBRA
September 22–October 23
S
ettle in, Libra. You’re back from a embraced your independence. This was a big
whirlwind tour and reality may look learning curve for some Libras; you’re the sign of
completely different than it did just relationships and not comfortable with too much
a year ago. From September 9, 2016 autonomy. But grasping onto other people as
until October 10, 2017, expansive Jupiter soared anchors didn’t work out last year. You had to find
through Libra, reinventing every part of your life it your center within.
could get its hands on. From relationships to family
to career—if not your entire identity—Jupiter The spotlight loved your sign in 2017, whether you
transported you way beyond your comfort zone. craved it or not. Many Libras made headlines last
The end result: Libra 2.0! year—from the novel (rising-star rapper Cardi B,
whose “Bodak Yellow” single climbed to number-
In 2017, you may have traveled, grown more one on the music charts) to the nefarious (Sean
outspoken (no more Libra “nice guy”) and Spicer and Vladimir Putin, both Libras, served
us “fake news” that plunged us deeper into a post- July 12 solar eclipse in Cancer and your tenth house
truth world). of career, which could open a new professional
chapter. This could happen swiftly and out of the
Jupiter only visits your sign every 12 years, and blue, so prep your resume. You never know who
its visit to Libra launched a long new chapter of might try to recruit you!
your life—one that will go until 2028! Last year
was meant for exploring, trying out new roles and Meantime, structured Saturn is digging a firm
experimenting with grand but unformed ideas. foundation at the bottom of your chart, as it spends
Your job, as the saying goes, was to throw spaghetti the next three years in Capricorn and your fourth
against the wall to see what would stick. house of home, family and roots. You may get
serious about buying property, expanding your
Not all of your gambles paid off, but even when you clan or creating a more stable living situation. The
overshot the mark, you still landed on your feet. And fourth house rules mothers and female relatives,
with philosophical Jupiter in your sign, bouncing and with maturing Saturn here, these relationships
back has blessed you with newfound wisdom and could go through a few growing pains. Have you
resilience. Nobody can take that from you! been brushing important emotional work aside?
This Saturn cycle will hold the space for you to go
So…what to do with all of this raw material? In deeper. You may work through some unresolved
2018, you can start crafting a plan. From October family patterns that are holding you back.
10, 2017 until November 8, 2018, Jupiter is in
Scorpio and your second house of security, work, Is it time to let those carefully controlled emotions
money and daily routines. You’re in “builder” loose? On May 15, changemaker Uranus starts an
mode, ready to pick a few of your best ideas out of eight-year visit to Taurus and your eighth house
the pile. This year, you can fashion those notions of intimacy, joint ventures and long-term finances.
into something lasting—and lucrative. It can be a You could get experimental with relationships and
prosperous time, when you settle into a grounded money. Maybe you’ll adopt a more progressive
groove, along with a greater sense of your own attitude in your love life or invest in a cutting-edge
worth. Sure, that may sound boring compared to business venture. This Uranus cycle could also spark
last year’s nonstop pace. But chances are, you’re a spiritual revolution, awakening a fascination with
ready for some predictability and Libra-style the metaphysical mysteries of life. Explore cutting-
balance again. edge ways to pool your resources with like-minded
people. Think: home swaps, food co-ops, ride
With enterprising Jupiter in Scorpio, exciting sharing and co-working spaces.
new work opportunities could be on the horizon,
perhaps ones you initiate yourself. You’re a real Uranus has been in Aries and your committed
self-starter in 2018, and you’re eager to bring your relationship house since 2011, which may have
big ideas to life. This trend is further fueled by the brought instability or changes to your closest ties.
“Gambler Jupiter is a bit restrained while he visits your

fiscally conservative second house. Lean toward
calculated risks and avoid anything too crazy.”
The past seven years drew challenging but eye- take to the bank. Jupiter is the planet of growth and
opening people into your sphere. One particular opportunity, and this cycle—which happens every
person, perhaps a longtime love or close colleague, 12 years—could bring a brand-new career or your
may not have been as dependable or available luckiest financial year in over a decade. Cha-ching!
as you’d like. It hasn’t been easy to settle into
commitments with unpredictable Uranus in Aries. Gambler Jupiter is a bit restrained while he visits
The side-spinning planet will make one last visit your fiscally conservative second house. Lean
here from November 2018 to March 2019, then toward calculated risks and avoid anything too
it will remain in Taurus, revolutionizing your crazy. You had some fun ideas while Jupiter visited
approach to sex, bonding and long-term finances. Libra in 2017. Now, pick the “golden goose” and
see if she’ll lay an egg or two! And make that a nest
The year will close out on a convivial note, with egg, okay? Jupiter helps you start slowly and steadily
some lively new additions to your friends list. On saving for your future. This is a year to build, brick
November 8, Jupiter moves into Sagittarius and by brick. Your new BFF is your financial planner—
your communicative third house. For the next 13 and the “balance” you’ll care about most is the one
months, you’ll expand your social circles and share in your bank account!
your message with the wider world. You could get
more involved in your community. Under these Jupiter rules education, and you can raise your
curious skies, your appetite for knowledge and financial IQ by learning about “compound
new ideas can be insatiable. Go forth and meet interest” or, heck, basic money management.
some kindred spirits. They could be as close as Stash away enough cash and you’ll have a little
your own backyard! (or a lot!) left over for the luxurious splurges Libras
love. Whether you’re a strict budgeter or you never
Jupiter in Scorpio: A lucky year for check your bank balance, 2018 will remake your
work and money. approach to spending and saving. If your Libran
scales are always swinging between feast and
famine, this Jupiter cycle helps you embrace the
joys of moderation.
Make it rain! Your net worth and your self-worth
are both on the upswing this year. Bountiful Jupiter
A raise, promotion or even a job with relocation is
will spend the majority of 2018 in Scorpio and
possible. Raise your hand for a role that involves
your second house of work, money and self-esteem.
travel, or say, spending three months in Spain
Get ready for a surge of confidence that you can
opening the company’s new Barcelona office. If rules all things tangible, and you might create a
you’re a freelancer, maybe it’s time to increase your product or business venture that stands the test
rates? Even if you stick with your current job, Jupiter of time. Jupiter gives you the enthusiasm to roll
will widen your financial focus and bring projects up your sleeves and hustle. Invest in attractive
that can boost your profile. Position yourself as a branding—headshots, a logo, a sleek website—to
savvy problem-solver and you could make yourself tap into the sophisticated sensibility of the second
indispensable. Jupiter was last in Scorpio from house and attract the kind of clients you want.
October 25, 2005 until November 23, 2006, and
you may see themes from that time repeat. White picket fence, anyone? Love could get serious
with Jupiter in this security-minded sector. Many
The stabilizing Jupiter beams will impact your people meet long-term partners while Jupiter
whole life, not just your finances. The slower, traverses their second house. Often this person is
grounding pace helps you prioritize—a gift from someone you might have overlooked in the past or
the heavens if you’re feeling scattered. The second written off as “boring” because they weren’t the
house rules daily habits and routines. Seek ways to flashy trophy figure that your starry-eyed sign can
simplify during this “less is more” Jupiter phase, fall for (admit it!). With Jupiter grounding you in self-
whether you implement savvy life-hacks or just respect, you don’t need anyone to “complete” you.
scale back. Rather, you can reach a point of feeling full and
content in your life—then someone comes along
From friendships to social commitments, anything who can be the cherry on top. It’s called self-esteem,
you feel lukewarm about has got to go. Better to Libra, and believe it or not, it can be an aphrodisiac!
leave some white space in your calendar than to It also attracts a wholly different kind of person.
clutter it with halfhearted obligations you couldn’t
say “no” to. You can fill those slots with self-care If you’re in a relationship, you’ll feel the benefits
(exercise, cooking, reading)…or nothing at all! (and maybe ripples) from Jupiter in Scorpio. You
can ease into a comfortable groove with your
Commit to the “pillars” of regular waking favorite plus-one, creating some shared goals and
and bedtime, meals and movement. And keep projects together. Maybe you’ll invest in a few
everything simple. Sure, that yoga studio with spa memorable experiences on your bucket list or start
amenities and Instagram-celeb teachers might look investing as a couple. With worldly Jupiter in your
irresistible. But (almost) no savasana is worth a hectic posh second house, think “quality over quantity”
commute, hellish parking or prohibitive pricing. when it comes to spending time together.
Entrepreneurial Jupiter in this money-minded Codependency alert! If you’ve been enabling or

house could make this a great year to develop an over-giving, Jupiter in Scorpio will nip that in the
independent business. Start slow and steady, and bud. Unfortunately, you might discover that some
grow your venture organically. The second house friends, family and love interests preferred you as
a docile doormat. Enough’s enough, Libra. If the is here to help you clarify your values and invest
dynamics shift when you stop being at their beck your time, money and energy into what matters
and call, so be it. They’ll either start respecting your most to you. Maybe the things that once made you
boundaries or they can go wipe their feet elsewhere! happy no longer do. Be willing to release those and
explore new avenues.
Health and wellness get a boost this year, as Jupiter
will travel in a harmonious trine (120-angle) to Jupiter in Sagittarius: Share your
healing Neptune from May through August. ideas with the world.
Neptune is in Pisces and your sixth house of
fitness, organization and helpful people. You could
infuse your everyday routines with spirituality—a
Get your message to the masses, Libra! In November,
meditation practice, rituals, restorative treatments.
Jupiter will soar into Sagittarius for a 13-month visit
With global Jupiter and sea-god Neptune aligned,
to your social and communicative third house. Cast
a yoga retreat on the beach seems written in the
a wide net and start marketing your ideas. If you
stars, doesn’t it? Or maybe you’ll tap into charitable
spent all year developing a project, now’s the time
Neptune’s spirit of giving and combine travel with
to start sharing about it on social media or aligning
volunteer work.
with well-connected people who can help spread the
word. Get some influencers, ambassadors and word-
Making a difference becomes tantamount during
of-mouth mavens on the job! Writing, teaching and
the Jupiter-Neptune trine cycle. If you work in the
media projects all get a favorable boost.
arts or a healing profession, this magnetic aspect
will attract opportunities to use your talents for
Think globally, act locally: Worldly Jupiter in your
a world-bettering cause. If you have any kind of
third house of neighborhoods connects you to
influencer status, spread the word to your followers
kindred spirits in your own backyard. Get more
about a cause that’s dear to your heart. The sixth
involved in your community, attending Meetups
house rules pets, you could adopt a furry critter.
and cultural events, hosting a block party or
Mystical Neptune could connect you through
volunteering for a holiday donation drive. In the
serendipitous events. You might also adopt a more
market for a move? You might start checking out
sustainable lifestyle, switching to eco-friendly and
new districts or city-hopping until you find a place
cruelty-free product lines, reducing your carbon
to settle down.
footprint and eating local and organic.
But wait a year for Jupiter to move into Capricorn
While Jupiter is retrograde from March 8 to July
before you rush to put down roots. This is a great
10, you may need to do some work to boost your
time to explore your options. In the coming months,
self-confidence or get your finances in order. Your
you could work remotely or make short business
efforts will pay off, so don’t sweep glaring issues
trips. With on-the-go Jupiter in your transportation
under the rug. Overall, this 13-month Jupiter cycle
house, you could be in the market for a new set of
wheels. Keep it eco-chic with a hybrid car or invest Or, look back to the period from 2009 to 2012,
in a great bike for your commute. when Saturn was in Libra. You’re now at a turning
point, where you can reflect on progress you’ve made
The third house rules siblings and neighbors. A since then. The last seven years have been all about
brother or sister, or someone who lives nearby, might establishing your individuality and personal identity.
become an inspiring presence. If your bond has been
riddled with rivalry, this expansive Jupiter cycle could Now, this new Saturn phase helps you put down
help you finally move past those outworn dynamics. roots—to create a home for the “new Libra” you’ve
become. You might move into a different living
Saturn in Capricorn: Setting up situation, establish a financial nest egg or stabilize
home, family and foundations. your family relationships. The fourth house sits at
the very bottom of the zodiac wheel and represents
our ultimate foundation. Is yours shaky or solid?
Saturn is like a cosmic building inspector who
Time to put down roots, Libra? In 2018, you could
arrives to ensure that everything’s up to code. And
crave a more permanent sense of “home” as serious
while pouring concrete and patching up cracks
Saturn moves through Capricorn, fortifying your
is hard work, you can’t build on top of a shoddy
fourth house of family and foundations. This three-
construction. This year, Saturn puts on the hard hat
year challenge period will push you to mature,
and sends you into the trenches.
and might present scenarios that test your mettle.
Where does your life need more long-term plans
If you’ve outgrown your home or your living costs
and security? Are you still holding on to childhood
are too high, Saturn will pave a path to your next
patterns or dependency? Saturn pushes you to act
address. Maybe you’ve been a renter for years and
maturely and responsibly.
want to invest in your own place. Or you decide to
remodel to raise the property value of your home.
This won’t be the easiest phase because, while in
You could convert the downstairs into a rental unit
Capricorn, Saturn forms a harsh 90-degree angle
for extra income, or you open your spare bedroom
(called a “square”) to your Sun. Squares force us
to a relative who’s fallen on hard times.
to deal where we’ve been procrastinating. These
are “face the music” periods when we have to buck
Be extra cautious with any roommate situations
up and do the hard work. Libras born between
this year, because Saturn may have some harsh
September 23 and October 8 will feel Saturn’s
lessons in store. Screen people thoroughly and
presence the most this year. Ready or not, it’s time
check references. If you’re thinking of renting your
for some “adulting” and inner work. Saturn was
place in an Airbnb-type scenario, make sure you’re
last in Capricorn from 1988-91, so if you can recall
complying with the local laws. The last thing you need
back that far, you may see similar themes arise.
is to lose your lease if your landlord cracks down.
Female health falls under the fourth house If work is cutting into your quality time with loved
domain, and some Libra women might deal ones—and it probably is—set your duties aside for
with reproductive or hormone-related changes. regular bonding. Or, make it up to them with an
Restrictive Saturn could bring challenges around a epic family vacation this summer.
pregnancy, IVF or adoption. The silver lining? This
buys you time to make sure your life is truly set up This year is unique because Saturn is joining
for a new family member. It’s never a good idea transformational Pluto, which is in Capricorn
to rush or force things with cautious Saturn at the from 2008 to 2024—a strange brew of contrasting
helm. energies. While Saturn rules all that’s tangible
and visible, Pluto governs the hidden realm and
The fourth house rules women and mothers. unconscious facets of the mind. Although these
Saturn’s visit to Capricorn could push you to two luminaries won’t make an exact meetup until
examine your relationship with your own mom, a January 2020, you may start to see the real-time
female relative or a child. If you’re a parent, you results of any inner work you’ve been doing for the
may need to be more structured or stern about past few years.
discipline. If your identity is tied up in being a
mom or dad, you could face the heavy emotions of A buried issue—a painful emotional block or
an empty nest as a child goes off to school. Maybe memory from childhood—could come out to be
you’ll become the caregiver for an aging parent, healed now. Your relationship to your family might
or grapple with missing a departed loved one. go through a bumpy patch as you sort out healthy
Growing pains around your clan are possible now. boundaries or work through any calcified hurt
and anger. Saturn rules professionals, so don’t try
How well do you “mother” yourself ? Regimented to navigate this alone. Enlist a trained therapist or
Saturn asks you to be more formal about scheduling spiritual counselor to help.
self-care. We have yet to meet a Libra who would
turn down a massage or mani-pedi. But you can While Saturn in the fourth house isn’t easy, picture
certainly get off-balance and push yourself to your life like a construction site. It can look like a
the point of desperately needing a deep-tissue disaster zone when the cranes first arrive, with dirt
treatment! You’ll have to consciously carve out time and rocks and building materials everywhere. But
for nurturing this year. The body, after all, is the soon enough, a crude structure emerges, then a
“soul’s address”! Take that hour to do yoga or pick design, then a beautiful dwelling that you can fill
up healthy groceries. You’re worth it. with happy energy. Keep that long-term goal in
mind, Libra, and you’ll emerge from this phase
Nostalgia alert: Saturn rules time and history, and feeling anchored and secure.
you could feel a bit melancholy about how quickly
the years are passing. Cherish those moments with
your nearest and dearest, Libra. They do go fast.
Uranus in Taurus: Redefining sex, been in Aries and your seventh house of committed
intimacy and merging. relationships since March 2011, overhauling your
May 15, 2018–April 26, 2026 approach to partnerships. You may have weathered
on-again-off-again love affairs or big changes in
Welcome to the deep end of the pool, Libra. Put your relationship status. This Uranus cycle was
on your lifejacket because there will be waves— meant to rebalance the give-and-take in your
and currents are likely to shift without notice! closest ties, helping you advocate for your own
On May 15, unpredictable Uranus will begin an needs instead of being the overly accommodating
eight-year plunge into Taurus and your intimate, Libra peacekeeper.
mystical eighth house. This is a cosmic event
that only happens once every 84 years, bringing The eighth house is the zone of permanence.
radical change along with it. Uranus is the planet You’ll be presented with the opportunity to get into
of liberation and progress, so ultimately its binding arrangements, financially and emotionally.
reinvention tour will leave us all in better shape. But once you’re there, you may feel trapped unless
But there can be some eye-opening curveballs that you can openly express your individuality. With
prompt these shifts. fickle Uranus at the helm, you might fall in and out
of love or dabble in business ventures that flame out
Between now and April 2026, your closest as quickly as they start. New sexual or emotional
relationships will undergo dramatic changes. experiences could open the doors to personal
Some Libras may marry or divorce, give birth or growth. Never thought you’d try that? Think again.
roll the dice on an investment. The eighth house
rules merging—all the ways that “me” becomes There’s a cheesy-but-true coffee mug slogan that
“we,” whether through shared finances, marriage, says people enter our worlds for “a reason, a season
property ownership or permanent bonds such as or a lifetime.” During this changeable Uranus
parenthood. It’s the point of no return with people, transit, you may have a revolving door of intense
when it’s not so easy to wriggle out of commitment. encounters—emotional, sexual, financial. Through
these, you’ll learn important lessons about trust and
This energy is fundamentally opposite what intimacy. Fearless Uranus could inspire you to share
Uranus is about: freedom, emotional detachment, your own vulnerability, perhaps in a public forum.
coming and going as you please. Reconciling this
paradox could be a challenge at times. One part Since this planet governs technology, you may
of you wants to form deep trust and connection, connect with kindred spirits virtually. Single Libras
while another side may feel completely trapped by might have a sudden “soulmate” connection online.
too much togetherness. But don’t rush to conclusions! This person may
exit your life as quickly as they entered. Whatever
You’ve been exploring this duality—on a less happens, you’ll be left changed (hopefully for the
intense level—for the past few years. Uranus has better) from the time you share.
“We won’t lie: The eighth house is ruled by transformational

Scorpio and you may have some ‘phoenix rising from the ashes’
moments. Anything that’s outmoded or not aligned with your
soul’s highest energy could be pried away from you.”
Libra is an idealistic sign that wants to see the good work with a healer, therapist or shaman. Ramp
in everyone. Your charitable spirit is noble, but up your spiritual protection and clear yourself
keep your wits about you. Crime and psychological regularly—make space on your shelf for the sage
manipulation are among the shadow sides of the wands and crystals! Occult study could also appeal
eighth house. Guard against identity theft, scams to you. Reiki, tarot, Kundalini breath work—you
(especially online) and “gas-lighting” types who can become quite the spiritual tourist now. Uranus
break down your self-esteem and sense of reality. makes you more of a dabbler than a committed
student, so think twice before you sign up for that
Considering a long-term partnership? Hire a 200-hour yoga teacher training intensive.
lawyer, protect your intellectual property, and
maybe even sign a pre-nup if you get engaged. We won’t lie: The eighth house is ruled by
Your own efforts to do things in a back door or DIY transformational Scorpio and you may have some
way could implode. Go through proper channels, “phoenix rising from the ashes” moments. Anything
even if it takes longer. that’s outmoded or not aligned with your soul’s
highest energy could be pried away from you. Some
Joint business ventures may also pop up as a theme Libras will weather a divorce or painful but long-
during this Uranus cycle. You’ll find creative ways overdue split. While you may experience a few dark
to pool your resources—sharing childcare, joining nights of the soul, know that it’s all in the name of
a co-working space, living communally. You might a deep and powerful reinvention.
become part of a collective investment, such as
a REIT (real estate investment trust) or you may Uranus will turn retrograde from August 7, 2018
receive an inheritance. With changeable Uranus until January 6, 2019—backing into Aries on
here, you might get into fixing up and flipping November 6, 2018 for one last hurrah. An ex could
properties. Be careful about accruing debt now. resurface or you may finalize a legal settlement,
Any investment is likely to have its ups and downs, divorce or business negotiation. On March 7, 2019,
and you’ll need to ride those out. Uranus will hunker down into Taurus for the long
haul, staying until April 26, 2026.
The eighth house governs the psyche and the
mystical realm. You may have clairvoyant flashes Uranus here can help you form lasting bonds
that come true, or life-changing insights through without sacrificing your freedom. Keep your
trusted inner circle close, and lean on them for Your star turn will come, Libra—don’t worry. In
advice and support. And prepare to deepen your February and July, eclipses in Aquarius will ignite
connections in some radical new ways! your fifth house of passion and self-expression.
Shuck off any shyness and claim the spotlight.
Eclipses in Leo & Aquarius: Into the These eclipses could bring a surprise start (or end)
of a love affair and in some cases, an unplanned
spotlight.
pregnancy. That’s the way of an eclipse—we plan
and the universe laughs!
Drama or detachment? Four of this year’s five
eclipses will fall on the Leo/Aquarius axis, helping Cancer Solar Eclipse: Career and
you sort out when you should lean in and when it’s success and changes.
better to lean back. July 12
Eclipses can spark unexpected changes, and you Movin’ on up! On July 12, a partial solar (new
might see these sweep through your friendships moon) eclipse falls in Cancer and your ambitious
and love life in 2018. Anyone who brings drama or tenth house of career and long-term plans. Eclipses
chaos to your world could get “eclipsed” away. This bring unexpected news designed to wake us up and
two-year cycle, which runs from February 2017 to inspire big shifts. Your goals could get a huge boost
January 2019, will help you find your tribe…and or you may be offered a leadership opportunity out
true love, too! of the blue. Ready to assume the #boss role, Libra?
The planets are prepping you for top-tier status!
January and August feature eclipses in Leo and
your eleventh house of group activity. You could These are the inaugural moonbeams of a two-
suddenly depart from one circle and join a new year Cancer/Capricorn eclipse series, which will
crew. Friendships may go through a shakeup or a sweep through your home, family and career
moment of bracing honesty. You might be invited to houses. Between now and July 2020, you’ll find
collaborate on a cutting-edge team project, perhaps a new work-life balance. You may buy or sell a
one with a humanitarian twist. The eleventh house home, relocate for a job opportunity, or entirely
rules technology, and the digital world could change your line of work. Most developments will
catapult you into influencer status. happen in 2019 and 2020, but you’ll get a sneak
preview today of what’s ahead! u
You might need to be the “backup dancer” instead
of the star—but by helping others rise, you’ll solidify
your reputation as an indispensable member of
this posse. Let’s hear it for some lunar-powered
#SquadGoals!
LIBRA 2018 HOTSPOTS
LIBRA: HOTSPOTS BY MONTH

January: Love Hotspots January 16: Capricorn new moon
This once-a-year event in your fourth house
January 9: Venus-Pluto meetup of home and family can help you begin a new
Are you having a Mona Lisa moment? When the emotional chapter, which might include opening
love planet aligns with shadowy Pluto, no one will up more. Single? Is there room (literally and
be able to tell what’s going on behind that elusive metaphorically) for a partner in your abode?
smile—and no one says you have to reveal your Couples may discuss a big next step, possibly
hand. If you’re feeling a little vulnerable, you have buying their dream house together.
the right to keep a low profile and protect yourself.
January 17-February 10: Venus in Aquarius
January 11-31: Mercury in Capricorn Get ready to sizzle! Vixen Venus shimmies into your
Talking about feelings isn’t always comfortable, but romantic and passionate fifth house for the next
with the communication planet in your emotional three weeks. If one of your New Year’s resolutions
fourth house for the three weeks, it might actually involves finding or deepening love, this should help.
feel liberating to get some things off your chest.
January 24: Mercury-Pluto meetup
January 13: Venus-Uranus square Expressive Mercury smacks into cathartic Pluto in
Someone’s insensitive behavior could bruise your your home zone, inspiring you to share a secret and
fragile feelings. But before you blame them, check bare your soul. What does your heart desire that
in with those emotions of yours. They could be you’ve been afraid to admit—kids, cohabitation?
bouncing around like a pinball today, threatening Ask and ye may very well receive.
to stir up drama in your relationship. Wait until
tomorrow to talk this through. January 26-March 17: Mars in Sagittarius
Talk is cheap…and lustful and hot! Passionate Mars
January 13: Mercury-Saturn meetup marches into your communication house for almost
Are you making it all about you? Catch yourself in two months, and gets you past the “polite” stage
the act as expressive Mercury in your foundational fast. Be direct about your desires and needs. Couples
fourth house aligns with restrained Saturn. Hold may argue more, but use this energy productively to
back before you make a big emotional reveal and get things out in the open. Single? Sparks could fly
tell someone how you feel about them. Is it a little with a friend or someone you meet socially. Under
soon? Don’t rush it. Couples could have a serious this more casual transit, you might be in the mood
talk about the shared future you want to create, for for variety. Why rush to commit when you’re having
yourselves or for your family. fun swiping, texting and playing the field?
LIBRA 2018 HOTSPOTS
January 28: Mercury-Uranus square exciting job or moneymaking offer, or you might
Button-pushing alert! A disruptive person’s got be tapped to lead a big project. It’s flattering, for
your number, and they know exactly how to throw starters. Plus, it sounds like a grand (and potentially
off your emotional balance. Your best bet is not lucrative) adventure. But get all the facts before you
to engage—but that won’t be easy under these say yes. Whether or not it’s the opportunity of a
provocative skies. An on-and-off relationship could lifetime, you’ve got nothing to lose by conducting
consume your thoughts, but try not to obsess. your due diligence.
January 31-February 17: Mercury in Aquarius January 9: Sun-Pluto meetup

If you’ve been repressing your feelings for the past Passionate persuasion is the name of your game
few weeks, this annual sweep of the messenger today. Your emotions are your secret weapon,
planet through your flirty, expressive fifth house so express yourself from the heart. People will
may inspire you to let ‘em out. It’s a good time to resonate with the courage that’s revealed through
voice your desires and, if you’ve been frustrated your vulnerability. Allow yourself to be moved, and
by a lack of progress with someone, to make the don’t try to hide it.
first move.
January: Career Hotspots When the passionate planet blazes into your
communication sector, nothing will be able to
January 1: Cancer full moon (supermoon) hold you back from expressing what’s on your
This once-a-year major event could herald an mind. Take your pick of platforms—speaking,
exciting professional turning point. The first of two posting on social media, teaching a webinar—
Cancer full moons this year electrifies your career but have faith that, whatever you choose, your
corner and could position you for advancement or ideas could go viral. With combative Mars in
an important breakthrough. the mix, however, stay on guard for pushy or
argumentative behavior.
What have you got to lose? You know you want to January 31: Leo full moon (total lunar
get involved with something, so you might as well eclipse & supermoon)
summon the guts to let the appropriate parties know This electrifying supermoon and lunar eclipse
what you’re thinking. Under this groundbreaking in your teamwork zone brings a project to
mashup, big things could happen fast. culmination or a turning point. If there’s nothing
left to accomplish, you might be ready to move on.
January 6: Mars-Jupiter meetup Over the coming two weeks, sniff around for a new,
Accelerator Mars and can-do Jupiter unite in your innovative collaboration.
work and finance house. You could receive an
LIBRA 2018 HOTSPOTS
February: Love Hotspots out of your way to be (even) more generous than
usual with your S.O. or someone you care about.
February 4: Venus-Jupiter square The kindest part? Not expecting anything in return!
You might have to choose between frisky adventures
(exciting!) and security (yawn—so predictable) February 25: Venus-Mars square
in your love life. You may want to have both, With aggro Mars throwing shade at Venus in your
but think about how you’d feel if the tables were critical sixth house, you might not be able to feel the
turned and your committed partner wanted to love. Hmm, is this really about how someone else
“have a little fun.” is acting, or might your negativity be coming from
a deeper well of anger? Before you say anything
February 10-March 6: Venus in Pisces mean or judgmental, poke around and figure out
Where’d you put that list of New Year’s resolutions? what’s really upsetting you.
For the next three weeks, you’ll have a chance to
pour your energy into any of them that involve
health, fitness and self-care, as nurturing Venus
beams through your wellness house. Launch a February 10: Sun-Jupiter square
health kick with your mate. Single? Be your friendly, Ego check! Someone’s bids for attention could cut
chatty self at the gym, in the yoga studio or in line into your productivity. If work’s been feeling a little
for your green juice. boring or repetitive of late, challenge yourself to
find ways to infuse your day with more creativity.
February 15: Aquarius new moon (partial Don’t do it at the expense of your hard-won
solar eclipse) security, though. It might be better to stick with
Chinese Year of the Dog your stable (if dull) trajectory than to introduce
Woo-hoo! A brand-new six-month cycle goes into another new project.
effect today for your love life. If you’re single, explore
new options for putting yourself out there. Couples February 13: Mercury-Jupiter square
might be ready to have a first or second child. The Too much of a good thing is still too much! With
fifth house rules passion and fertility, and eclipses can manic Mercury battling over-the-top Jupiter,
spark unexpected events, so do the math. A surprise people are promising way more than they can
drop-in visit from the stork might just be in the cards. deliver—including you. Today could bring a bout
Today also unleashes the Year of the Dog, which of information overload. Slow down and think it
happens to be the Chinese astrology sign associated all through. Exciting as a new prospect sounds, you
with Libra. Bring on the balance and beauty! need to confirm it fits into your bigger-picture plans
(not to mention schedule and budget).
This sweet mashup in your work and service zone
fills you with compassion and may inspire you to go
LIBRA 2018 HOTSPOTS
February 17-March 6: Mercury in Pisces

When efficient Mercury marches into your
administrative sixth house, you can bring some March 1: Venus-Jupiter trine
creative energy to an otherwise dull-as-dishsoap to- Forget talking dirty. Your idea of sexy talk is
do list. Once you bang those things out, you can discussions about your shared future. Couples
return to more inspiring projects—with a clearer should pull out the stops and do some bright-blue-
and more focused mind! sky dreaming. You might enjoy blending your
talents and tackling a practical project. Single? The
February 17: Mars-Neptune square less you try, the easier you may find it to meet a
Mars gives you the drive to act, yet under the suitable prospect. Good places to practice this calm
spell of nebulous Neptune, your thoughts and new ethos? The gym, your favorite juice bar or
plans may not be fully formed. Or someone else doing volunteer work.
may be all talk but no follow-through. Don’t
believe the hype! March 6-31: Venus in Aries
While Aries isn’t exactly known for bringing peace,
February 25: Mercury-Neptune meetup love and harmony, it does rule your partnership
Help is on the way! As mental Mercury and dreamy zone. And today, when your ruler, affectionate
Neptune align in your sixth house of service and Venus, beams into that part of your chart, you
organization, your guardian angel might arrive may feel closer to and more tolerant of your mate.
with a mop or a clipboard. Don’t just clean up a Unattached? Seek out an opposite, not a clone.
mess in your workspace—do a “space clearing” to
attract good energy and opportunity. How do you March 6-May 13: Mercury in Aries
feel when you walk into this area? If you get an The messenger planet joins Venus as it sails into your
inspired, anything’s-possible vibe, then your job relationship house, making serious commitment
is done. This is also a great day to seek volunteer talks more approachable. If you’ve hit a stumbling
opportunities or ways that your work can make a block in your union, sit down and discuss ways to
difference for those in need. smooth things out. Single? Rewrite your dating
profile, update your photos and ask friends to think
February 28: Mercury-Mars square a little harder about making introductions.
Great ideas are only half the battle—if even that
much. What’s needed now is a realistic plan of March 11: Mars-Uranus trine
execution, and you may not be there yet. Go back to They say we’re only as “sick” as our secrets. This
square one and rework your numbers and timeline. bold planetary mashup encourages direct and
When you’re working with others, stay skeptical. candid speech. Honesty is not only good for your
Hearing is not believing. twosome, it can be pretty damn hot!
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March 11: Mercury-Saturn square March 23: Venus-Pluto square

You might feel like pouring your heart out, This squirrely clash of the love planet and
but “someone” seems to have caught a case of transformative Pluto could push you to examine
stubbornness or closed-mindedness. It’s natural to your own patterns, perhaps with the guidance of
take that as a personal affront, but perhaps they’re a therapist. You might discover (more) unhealed
just going through something on their own that has parts of your psyche that are threatening to
nothing to do with you. Give them space. unsettle the harmony in a union. Watch out
for unconscious projection or falling into old
March 13: Venus-Saturn square childhood behavior patterns.
Love interrupted? Watch out for the unexpected
resurfacing of some old fears or negative family March 31-April 24: Venus in Taurus
patterns, which threaten to disturb the smooth flow These next three weeks could be the most erotic
of your love life. Even if your partner tries to bring and exotic of the year! As vixen Venus shimmies
you around, you might not be able to talk about through your seductive eighth house, your mojo
what you’re experiencing. Take time to process the will be stuck on “high.” You’ll be able to connect
feelings, but don’t do anything rash or irrevocable. on an ultra-deep body-mind-and-soul level. Keep
your schedule open—some steamy one-on-one
March 17-May 16: Mars in Capricorn encounters are almost unavoidable.
The red planet returns to your domestic zone
for the first time in two years. This could stir up
stress under your roof or get you motivated to
get a renovation underway. Thinking of a move? March 1: Virgo full moon
Mars here can inspire you to put your home on the Power down! The year’s only full moon in your
market or pull up stakes. Tension can flare with a twelfth house of healing and surrender can
roommate or female relative (hi, Mom!). On a less topple your fortress walls. Spend time lost in your
dramatic note, you may simply rent a U-Haul and imagination, but don’t get so mired in daydreams
drop some serious change at Home Depot or Ikea. that you blow a big deadline!
March 22-April 15: Mercury retrograde in March 2: Mercury-Jupiter trine

Aries Your imagination will be in fine form under
The communication planet makes its first retrograde this productive sync-up, so try to shuffle your
trip of the year in your relationship realm. If you’re workflow to allow you to engage in the more
not 100 percent sure about a certain union, hit creative aspects of your work. Is there a writing
pause before you get in too deep. An old flame could project that you’ve been putting off, waiting
reignite, tempting you to give ‘em another chance. for inspiration to strike? This might be the day
This is a good period for thinking, not necessarily you’ve been expecting!
for taking any big steps.
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March 4: Sun-Mercury-Neptune meetup March 17: Pisces new moon

While you could just hunker down and focus on This annual new moon ushers in opportunities to
your own work, make a little time in the day to give work more collaboratively and bring outside help
back, through doing service or raising awareness onto Team Libra—especially important if you’ve
of a worthy cause. Ask yourself: How can I inspire been playing all the positions. Hiring a helpful
others to also want to create positive change? and efficient service provider wouldn’t be a waste
of money. Think of it as an investment in your
March 6-May 13: Mercury in Aries own growth!
Eloquent Mercury will spend an extra-long period
in your partnership and contracts zone because of March 22-April 15: Mercury retrograde in
a three-week retrograde. Your diplomatic skills will Aries
come in handy, especially if someone tries to back- The messenger planet reverses direction for the
pedal on a deal that was 99 percent nailed down. next three weeks, planting doubt about a potential
Tap your patience for the win! partnership. Even with your closest allies, there could
be screwy miscommunications or administrative
March 11: Mars-Uranus trine delays. Postpone contract-signing if possible, and if
Who wants to color inside the lines anyway? you can’t, run it by a sharp-eyed attorney!
Today’s innovative sync-up could spark a dynamic
conversation with someone who’s as much an March 24: Sun-Mars square
outlier as you are. Could this work for the long How much compromise is too much? You could feel
haul? Test it out on a small project to see how well emotionally blackmailed by someone who’s playing
you work together. the needy card to get their way. Don’t pull this act
yourself ! Under this hotheaded clash, tensions can
March 11: Mercury-Saturn square escalate, and arguments may turn personal. Walk
Save your best ideas for another day, when people away before you go there.
will be more open to hearing them. Today the
decision-makers are all about data, evidence and March 29: Sun-Saturn square
the bottom line. You may have to take a strident stand for your
opinion or game plan today. People might shoot
March 13: Sun-Jupiter trine you down before you’ve even had a chance to speak
There’s collecting a paycheck (granted: important), your piece. Saturn can erode your confidence,
but also other things to consider when deciding causing you to hesitate or second-guess yourself.
how to expend your energy. Today you may be Get a pep talk before you make any big pitches.
inspired to find a job or side work that makes a
difference in the world.
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March 31: Libra full moon April 11: Venus-Mars trine

This powerful full moon in your sign gives your With this amorous cosmic duo nuzzled in the most
biggest ideas a giant tailwind. No more toiling tender and cozy sections of your chart, you may
behind the scenes. Step into the spotlight and bask feel inspired to open your heart and talk about your
in the recognition and kudos that come from a job biggest dreams, like moving in together, buying
well done. your own home—and perhaps making one of the
rooms a nursery.
April: Love Hotspots April 15: Aries new moon

April 2: Mars-Saturn meetup This is a great day for dynamic duos! You can reboot
When Mars and Saturn blend their discordant a rocky relationship or get off to a fresh start in
energy in your foundational fourth house, it’s like your dating life during this galvanizing new moon.
stepping on the gas while slamming on the brakes. Whether you’re single or attached, jumpstart these
You might take one stride forward only to come changes by setting some clear intentions for the
recoiling back to where you started. Tread lightly to coming six months.
avoid getting emotional whiplash!
April 7: Venus-Saturn trine It’s not a question of whether you love them; it’s
You can strengthen the ties that bind under about how free and able to express your individuality
this stabilizing alignment. You may finally feel you feel in a relationship. Have a conversation about
safe enough to draw your steel gates up and let where someone might be gripping too tightly—
someone get closer. This emotionally anchoring and be sure to ask your partner what they need. If
aspect readies you for your next step, whether that something isn’t likely to work out, you could make
means getting serious about looking for a mate or your quick exit now.
talking about a more official commitment with
your S.O. April 17: Venus-Jupiter opposition
There is such a thing as too much too soon, and
April 11: Sun-Pluto square under this amplifying face-off, you could feel
Why are they acting that way, and what do they overwhelmed by someone who’s coming on too
want? Someone’s motives could run deeper than strong. Or, on the flip side, a simmering attraction
you realize. If you don’t get to the heart of their might quickly reach a full boil, distracting you from
concerns and emotional barriers, you’ll never get to your responsibilities. You know you should dial it
“yes.” This will take skill—and probably patience down, but you can’t find the dimmer switch!
on your part. Or you may feel resistant to opening
up to somebody. Don’t wave those feelings away. April 17: Venus-Pluto trine
First, check: Have they earned your trust enough When affectionate Venus in your eighth house of
to go there? sensuality and intimacy embraces radical Pluto,
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there’ll be no turning back once you open your yourself to feel your way to an answer.
heart. Sex is anything but casual, so choose your
partner carefully. Couples can turn the most routine April 15: Aries new moon
evening into a soul-searing encounter! This once-a-year event—a new moon in your
partnership house—could herald a life-changing
April 24-May 19: Venus in Gemini strategic alliance in the coming six months.
Get ready for three weeks of adventurous romance
as sensual Venus embarks on a journey through your April 18: Sun-Uranus meetup
ninth house of travel and cross-cultural connection. Two heads are way better than yours alone,
Sparks could fly with a very different type of especially if you team up with an innovative thinker
person, or a long-distance relationship might prove or someone who knows exactly how to take your
irresistible. Couples will enjoy planning their next ideas to new levels. Bone up on any tech skills that
vacation, even if you can’t get away for a while. are rusty or not up to speed.
April 26: Mars-Pluto meetup April 25: Mercury-Saturn square

Talk about rolling in the deep! When passionate Mars Your mouth is about to say “yes,” but every fiber
aligns with excavator Pluto in your foundational of your being could be screaming “no!” Don’t
fourth house, old emotions—perhaps childhood disregard gut feelings. They could be your cue to
wounds—could erupt like Kilauea. Do damage investigate more before you move forward. Your
control by processing these feelings with a trained own persuasive powers could fall flat today. Don’t
professional instead of dumping on your lover. force a square peg into a round hole.
April: Career Hotspots April 29: Sun-Saturn trine

You don’t have to reinvent the wheel, you know.
April 1: Sun-Mercury meetup If you’re feeling stymied, reach out and bounce
This is a powerful day to pitch, partner up or seal some ideas off your mentors and colleagues. Their
a deal. You’re charismatic and confident and could feedback could save you hours of barking up the
attract the attention of an influencer. Have that wrong trees!
elevator speech rehearsed and ready to recite!

May: Love Hotspots
You’re headed straight toward analysis paralysis, so May 7: Venus-Neptune square
shut off your brain before you implode! Decisions Are you ping-ponging between idealizing someone
are challenging for Libras on a good day, and this and finding fault with everything they do? This is
situation could fry your circuits. Go for a walk or definitely a “you” thing and probably has absolutely
midday yoga class to switch gears. Instead, allow nothing to do with the object of your (sometimes)
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affection. Under the spell of hazy Neptune, you May 15: Uranus in Taurus (until
won’t be seeing clearly. Ride this out and don’t November 6)
make any binding decisions for at least 24 hours. Between now and 2026, pioneering Uranus is in
your eighth house of merging. You could adopt an
May 11: Sun-Pluto trine unconventional approach to sex, intimacy or other
There’s no such thing as “halfway” when it comes kinds of permanent bonding. What does it take
to your emotions today. You’re either all in or totally to feel free (liberated Uranus’ domain) and united
out. Pluto helps you plumb the depths, so take a on a soul level (the terrain of the eighth house)?
gamble and confess a secret or share up more than Although a part of you is holding out for a fairy-
you’re used to. Single? If you keep an open heart— tale ending, you may be more interested in the
and mind—you could meet someone who feels like complexities of deeper desires and exploring your
soulmate material. own psyche.
May 13: Mercury-Uranus meetup May 16: Mars-Uranus square

Suddenly engaged—or over? With rash Uranus You may not be open to compromising today,
and communicator Mercury synced up in your yet a relationship may be stuck on the horns of a
partnership house, there could be a surprising dilemma. What’s really eating at you? You need to
curveball or two in your relationships. get clear about this before you can begin to work
out your differences.
May 13-29: Mercury in Taurus
Is it getting hot in here? Articulate Mercury in your May 16-August 12: Mars in Aquarius
seductive eighth house gives voice to some of your Red-hot Mars electrifies your romantic and
sexiest, most secret desires. You can also gain more passionate fifth house, making you one sizzling
understanding of your own inner workings and catch. This is an extra-long cycle because Mars will
psychological patterns. Couples may be inspired turn retrograde for three weeks starting June 26.
to discuss merging on a deeper level—possibly A summer fling could heat up fast. Note: The fifth
involving expensive bling or knocking down a wall house rules fertility, so either take advantage—or
to build a nursery. take extra precautions!
May 15: Taurus new moon May 19-June 13: Venus in Cancer
The year’s only new moon in your eighth house When the love planet blazes into your future-
of intimacy and eroticism helps you strengthen oriented tenth house, you’ll start thinking about
your bond with your S.O. Singles may realize they whether a relationship has what it takes to go the
truly want a partner, not just a playmate. Over the distance. If you’re dating, you’ll be looking not
coming six months, things could take a turn for just for a sizzling attraction but someone who can
the serious. provide long-term stability. Since the tenth house
rules career, look (harder) when you attend work
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or industry events. An attraction with someone they may seem (you included). Don’t take any big
significantly older or younger could heat up. promises to heart until you see the terms in writing.
This is not the day to count even a single chicken
May 26: Venus-Saturn opposition before it hatches.
Your relationship-oriented sign often shape-shifts to
keep the peace, but even you may have reached your May 13-29: Mercury in Taurus
breaking point. Be honest, Libra: Have you been You may have to force yourself to slow it down, but
ignoring your gut and trying to force a connection? you’ll be glad you did. Cerebral Mercury in your
You may catch a rare wave of pessimism today as eighth house of research, focus and wealth helps
you confront a reality that even rose-colored glasses you make serious headway on a detailed project.
can’t change. This is a good day to talk to your adviser about your
long-term finances and to explore some different
May: Career Hotspots kinds of investments, like real estate.
May 7: Mercury-Pluto square May 15: Taurus new moon

People aren’t being upfront under this shadowy The only Taurus new moon of 2018 powers up
square, and you can bet things aren’t what they your eighth house of long-term finances and may
seem. Try to keep your distance—it’ll be easy to open your eyes to ways to make your money work
get roped into power struggles or fall victim to harder for you. Don’t rush into anything. Take
someone’s manipulative machinations. your time (this new moon influences events for the
next six months) and investigate thoroughly. If you
May 8: Sun-Jupiter opposition don’t have a firm financial strategy in place, work
Even if money is burning a hole in your pocket with a professional to clarify your goals and risk-
or you just plain feel lucky, don’t be tempted to do comfort level.
anything reckless today. Jupiter can overinflate your
ego and confidence, causing you to disregard the May 15: Uranus in Taurus (until November 6)
warning signs. Don’t promise more than you can Between now and 2026, innovator Uranus will
deliver, and definitely don’t lend money without a visit your wealth and long-term-finances house.
clear payback plan and due date. Get ready to revolutionize your approach to joint
ventures, property ownership and prosperity. With
May 13: Mercury-Uranus meetup unconventional and tech-savvy Uranus in your
Sizzle—or fizzle? Chatty Mercury and erratic eighth house of passive income, you could earn big
Uranus make one last meetup in your partnership bucks through affiliate income or direct sales. You
house before they both move into Taurus. An might create your own “set it and forget it” online
exciting alliance could come together fast. But venture, such as a webinar or digital downloads.
don’t rush in! A deal built on a flimsy foundation Pooling your resources for mutual gain can boost
could crumble today. People aren’t as committed as your nest egg. With liberated Uranus here, the goal
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is to build sustainable wealth that gives you more May 25: Mercury-Pluto trine
freedom and flexibility. Stay on guard against shady The combined energy of these planets makes this a
get-rich-quick schemes. good day to do some long-range strategic planning.
Remember to get up and stretch and take mini self-
May 18: Mercury-Saturn trine care breaks throughout your marathon session.
Does your big idea need more of a human touch?
Think through how your plan benefits the world or May 29-June 12: Mercury in Gemini
makes people’s lives easier. Identify the “pain point” When the cerebral messenger planet blasts into
that would compel someone to need what you’re your expansive ninth house, you’ll see unlimited
offering. A little research into the psychology of possibilities. This could send you on a two-week
buying and selling would be surprisingly helpful. quest for more knowledge and experience. Even if
you can’t get away or commit to a summer course,
May 23: Mercury-Jupiter opposition you can still widen your horizons by researching the
Overshooting the mark? With mental Mercury things that interest you most. Sniff out local events,
opposing cocky Jupiter in your financial houses, plans lectures and webinars on the topic.
could be unrealistic. Curb the urge to impulsively
buy a big-ticket item. May 29: Sagittarius full moon
This galvanizing full moon in your communication
May 23: Sun-Mars trine corner blesses you with the power of persuasion.
It’s a great day to speak up fearlessly and express your But don’t waste it on trivialities. Advocate for your
creative ideas. Step away from the grind and take in ideas—or someone else’s equally worthy one—and
some art or culture. Spend an hour or two listening explore synergies with people who have kindred-
to TED talks or podcasts that can inspire you to see spirit potential. A social media post could go viral,
a problem from an entirely different angle. An open so take time to make it letter-perfect.
mind will also open a new field of opportunities.
June: Love Hotspots
May 25: Jupiter-Neptune trine
This is the second in a trio of globally minded and June 1: Venus-Jupiter trine
heart-opening trines (the first was December 2, Love and romance are great, but you’re on a quest
2017; the third will be August 19) that will shake for stability. You’re ready to talk about a greater
up your thinking about the work you do in the degree of commitment and ways you can build
world. If you’ve always believed that compassion security into your shared future. Single? Make it
and cashflow are mutually exclusive, your mind clear from the get-go that you’re only accepting
might just get blown today. Talk to people who are applications from serious candidates.
making a healthy living and making a difference.
Under this rare planetary pairing, your idealistic
and humanitarian dreams can become a reality.
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June 2: Venus-Neptune trine June 21: Venus-Mars opposition

Today’s surprising turn-ons: Planning for your Amorous Venus and feisty Mars are at loggerheads
future and talking about pooling your resources. today, and things could get dramatic fast. You might
These kinds of discussions will bring you closer pick a fight just to push someone away or test their
and help you decide whether you’re with someone interest. Or you could openly flirt with a friend to
who has keeper potential. Single Libras might fall make your slacking S.O. jealous. (It might work—
for a hardworking and humble person rather than but it’s likely to provoke anger and confusion.) Try
someone who’s all sizzle and no substance. Sparks being more direct about your desires and needs.
could fly with a coworker, but check the company If you’re dragging your feet around commitment,
rulebook before you dabble. ask yourself what’s really holding you up. Single?
Deactivate your dating apps for the day, as they’re
June 5: Venus-Pluto opposition apt to turn up duds. Who knows? Maybe you’ll
Just when you thought you cleared a big relationship meet someone more interesting IRL.
hurdle, you hit another roadblock. Could you be
projecting hurt from your childhood onto your June 25: Venus-Jupiter square
sweetie—or are you both doing the same thing? It Security or freedom: Which is more important to
may get gritty, but you need to go deep if you want you right now? You can’t say “both,” Libra—well,
to resolve this for good. you can, but good luck finding someone who’s
willing to let you prowl on a long leash. If you feel
June 13-July 9: Venus in Leo like you’re suffocating in a relationship, talk about
This lively, loving three-week Venus phase could it. It could simply be that your partner misread
cause you to see a platonic friend in a whole your behavior!
new light. You could feel serious chemistry with
someone you meet online. Couples may need a June 26-August 27: Mars retrograde
little breathing space, so don’t be a cling-on. When the passionate planet reverses course in your
romance realm, a relationship could hit the rocks,
June 14: Venus-Uranus square or a smoldering (but problematic) ex may pop back
Too close for comfort? Today’s cosmic clash into your life. Hello, mind games! While there’s no
between the love planet and disruptor Uranus finds denying the attraction, consider how much you’re
you craving space in a relationship. Don’t make any actually risking by going there.
sweeping changes when your emotions are all over
the map. Clandestine thrills are tempting—you miss June 27: Sun-Saturn opposition
the rush that comes from feeling desirable and sexy. There’s a reason they say love is blind, and today’s
As long as you don’t violate trust or boundaries, a reality-checking transit may force you to look at
little harmless flirting can be fun. Watch your own a relationship sans rose-colored glasses. Emotions
jealousy or urge to snoop today. and physical attraction aside, do you want the same
things for the long haul? Are you in sync over money,
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where you’ll live, and children? For single Libras, June 13: Gemini new moon
here’s a chance to clarify your own ambitions for a This horizon-widening lunar lift will help you
partnership and possibly set the bar a little higher. visualize unlimited possibilities and reach your
highest potential. Plant some seeds now and watch
June 28: Capricorn full moon them sprout over the coming six months. If you’re
When 2018’s only Capricorn full moon illuminates offered a chance to travel, publish or kick off a
your sentimental, domestic fourth house, you could start-up venture, just say yes and worry about the
feel extra sensitive. Over the next two weeks, make details later.
time for longer visits or calls to your nearest and
dearest. For couples, a pregnancy or plans to move June 27: Sun-Saturn opposition
in together could be on the docket. Optimism aside, do you and your colleagues have
the same goals for this project? Is someone trying to
hog the credit instead of showing their team spirit?
June: Career Hotspots You have a chance to advance professionally, so
June 1: Mercury-Mars trine don’t stay in the wrong place out of a misplaced
It’s a great day for sharing creative ideas and taking sense of loyalty.
a risk that involves self-expression. Approach things
from an open-minded perspective. You never know June 29-September 5: Mercury in Leo
if something will work until you try! And if it Articulate Mercury beams into your eleventh
doesn’t, you’ll have learned a valuable lesson. house of collaborations and technology and stays
a few extra weeks (because of a retrograde from
June 7: Sun-Neptune square July 26 to August 19). Could your group benefit
Visionary thinking: check! But how are you going from some team-building efforts? You may not
to pull off these grandiose dreams? With hazy single-handedly be able to improve interpersonal
Neptune distorting reality, you probably won’t be dynamics, but if you have any great ideas, it’s
able to get a firm grasp on a realistic plan. Save worth suggesting them.
that for another (clearer-headed) day. Instead,
draw from the rich creative well that’s readily July: Love Hotspots
available today.
July 9-August 6: Venus in Virgo
June 12-29: Mercury in Cancer Venus slips into your twelfth house of fantasy and
When strategic Mercury makes its annual entrance escape, which can be a romantic if somewhat
into your structured and goal-driven tenth house, unrealistic time. Enjoy the “swept-away” feeling,
you’ll be able to prioritize like a pro. Pause long but try to keep your wits about you. You’ll feel more
enough to get a step-by-step action plan on paper vulnerable now, perhaps dealing with the end of
so you’ll be able to measure your progress. an affair or just going through an emotional phase
that’s impacting your mood.
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July 11: Venus-Uranus trine July 27: Venus-Pluto trine

When the planet of sudden change links up with The love planet teams up with cathartic Pluto in
the planet of tender lovin’, it could spark a heartfelt your sensitive zones, which could bring about
confession or a surprising move that brings you a situation that forces you to be emotionally
closer. Trust issues may come up, and you might vulnerable. As the sign of harmony, you go to great
be able to deal them with them in a new, more lengths to avoid anything unpleasant, but that
productive way. Are you feeling ready to make your doesn’t make the issue go away. Today you’ll have
union more official? a chance to deal with a nagging situation once and
for all—in an honest and constructive way.
It’s not easy opening up and being vulnerable, but
if your love interest (or longtime amour) has proved
worthy of your trust, do both of you a favor and July 5: Sun-Jupiter trine
be fully authentic and present with them. If there’s This is a brilliant day for business negotiations and
something you’ve been afraid to reveal, this could pursuing your personal financial goals. If you’re
be the perfect, star-kissed time. looking for a new gig, be bold and proactive. Those
traits may be exactly what the decision-makers are
July 24: Venus-Neptune opposition looking for!
Confusion! This is not the day to make any
major relationship decisions. With foggy Neptune July 5: Mercury-Mars opposition
muddling Venus in your dreamy twelfth house, Drama could erupt on a team, and regrettable
your emotions are all over the map. Have you been words could be exchanged in anger. Take a cool-
playing helper or savior in your love life? Exit the down if need be, but don’t sweep this issue under
codependent camp immediately! the rug anymore. An ego-tripping diva could
be making everyone walk on eggshells. Time to
July 27: Aquarius full moon (total lunar confront this bully? Maybe, but choose your tactics
eclipse) carefully and be sure to document everything.
Talk about the passion! This once-a-year,
transformational total lunar eclipse lands in your July 8: Sun-Neptune trine
fifth house of romance and creativity. All kinds of Advancing your career is great, but this heart-
intense—dramatic, even—emotions may rise to opening transit inspires you to use your talents and
the surface. A simmering attraction could reach gifts to make a difference in the world. Ask around
the “irresistible” phase, or someone might surprise or do some online sleuthing. You could find a
you by confessing their feelings for you. Over the cause or local organization that you resonate with.
coming two weeks, things could accelerate, so If you don’t have money, you probably have time,
check in with your heart now to be clear about or vice versa.
what you want.
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July 9: Mercury-Jupiter square activities and technology. You may have to repeat
Your avant-garde ideas are awesome, but what will yourself a lot (and even then things are likely to
it cost to pull them off? You may have invited too get mangled), but it’s necessary to at least try to
many cooks into the kitchen, all with different ideas override Mercury’s signal-scrambling effects. Put
and demands. Harsh reality check, incoming: You everything in writing and ask people to sign off on
might need to scale back and work your way up to the most important things.
this level.
July 27: Sun-Mars opposition
July 12: Sun-Pluto opposition Drama could erupt on a team, as egos and tempers
Little voices from the family circle may be disrupting run high under this cosmic clash. It will be tough to
your productivity. Remember, nobody can send you create consensus today, so you might need a cool-
on a guilt trip without your collusion. At work, be down period.
mindful of a domineering boss or coworker who
triggers your “mommy-daddy issues” today.
July 12: Cancer new moon (partial solar August 2: Mars-Uranus square
eclipse) Today’s fierce and fiery skies can set off a hair-
Bring it on! Today, the only Cancer new moon of trigger temper, and you could go off on someone
2018 activates your tenth house of professional without intending to. If you can’t keep the peace,
ambition and success and plants some heirloom you might as well let it all out. It won’t be fun
seeds that could yield an amazing harvest in the or pleasant, but on the bright side? Two words:
coming six months. But don’t sit around waiting makeup sex!
for those sprouts to grow. Get busy updating your
resume, online bios, and reaching out to your August 6-September 9: Venus in Libra
contacts on LinkedIn and other business sites. Good Charming Venus (your ruler) pays its annual visit to
things come to Libras who take decisive action! your sign. This transit dials up your magnetic mojo
and makes you an official head-turner. Whether
July 25: Sun-Uranus square you’re in a LTR or not, you’re sure to enjoy this fun
Today, someone in your sphere could prove a and flirty season!
destabilizing force, throwing a wrench into shared
team goals. Weigh the value they add against the August 7: Venus-Mars trine
trouble they’re causing. Is it getting hot in here? This could be one of the
year’s luckiest days for love as romantic Venus (in
July 26-August 19: Mercury retrograde in Leo your sign), forms a harmonious trine to lusty Mars
Today the communication planet shifts into in your passion sector.
reverse in your eleventh house of teamwork, group
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August 9: Venus-Saturn square August 27: Mars retrograde ends

You may need to go back to the romantic drawing And not a moment too soon! After a frustrating
board and reconsider some of your priorities under three weeks, emotional friction clears up. If your
this “push-me-pull-you” mashup. On the one hand, moods and emotions have been all over the place,
you crave emotional security and commitment, yet you’ll start to feel more in control of yourself again.
your desire for freedom and adventure seem to As a result, domestic stress could dissipate without
indicate otherwise. Before you can fully commit your having to “go there.”
your heart to someone, you need to get clear on
this issue.
August 12-September 10: Mars in Capricorn August 6: Sun-Jupiter square
Mars returns to Capricorn and your fourth Too many cooks (i.e., big egos) in a group make it
house of home and family for a second trip this hard to reach consensus at work. Everyone wants to
year. But this visit is not as smooth as the first, be in charge, but nobody wants to do the hard work.
because Mars will be retrograde (backward) Be careful about lending money between friends.
until August 27. Strong emotions could surge up, This is a good day to change your passwords. If
especially if you’re processing some old hurts or the retail therapy bug bites, make sure to shop on
navigating stressful issues on the home front. If secure sites only. Heads up: Things may not arrive
you’re planning to move or renovate, wait until looking like they did in the photo, so make sure
next month since retrogrades are associated with there’s a good return policy.
additional stress and setbacks.
August 25: Sun-Uranus trine Don’t feed the trolls or fan the flames of an
Today is one of those days when you should choose attention-seeking rabble-rouser today. You could be
love over being “right.” And even though Uranus tempted to shake things up with your controversial
can spark tempers, if you focus on why you’re in opinions, but they may be misconstrued and land
a relationship with this person in the first place, it you in hot water.
may be easier to be more compassionate with them.
August 11: Leo new moon (partial solar
August 26: Venus-Pluto square eclipse)
Issues from your past—perhaps unresolved Sure smells like team spirit around here today!
childhood issues—may crop up today when you This powerful solar eclipse in your eleventh
least expect it, threatening to disrupt harmony in house of group activities and technology could
a relationship. You probably can’t work through bring a significant opportunity to join forces with
it instantly, but you can acknowledge that it’s your an innovative crew or launch a digital initiative.
own thing and not project it onto a love interest. Change could be in the air, and if you don’t cling to
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something that isn’t working anymore, you’ll land safe to bring up those topics you back-burnered or
in a way better situation. to proceed with a modified budget and a scaled-
down team. Just keep the bad apples out of the
August 19: Jupiter-Neptune trine barrel, please!
This is the third in a trio of rare trines (the first
was December 2, 2017; the second was May 25),
inspiring you to do work that benefits the world.
If you’ve been wondering how you could blend September 5-21: Mercury in Virgo
earning a living and making a difference, you might When the messenger planet ducks into your
stumble on the perfect situation today. Reach out to twelfth house of fantasy for a quick visit, it’ll be
your social network for suggestions. hard to discern reality from imagination. Is this
person full of big talk or are they being sincere
August 25: Sun-Saturn trine and straightforward? It’s anyone’s guess. Enjoy
Money may not grow on trees, but sometimes it the romantic lift but take things with a grain of
comes from the most unlikely of sources. Under Himalayan pink salt—at least until this transit ends
today’s supportive planetary pairing, you could or they prove themselves trustworthy.
manifest moolah through an unexpected windfall,
like a bonus, tax refund or an inheritance. A close September 8: Venus-Mars square
friend or relative might reach out and offer to fund Sure, you love ‘em, but sometimes they just rub you
a project you recently told them about. Hello, the wrong way! A partner or love interest’s neediness
angel investor! could be a real turnoff—at least today. Or you might
be feeling extra stress from a domestic situation that’s
August 26: Pisces full moon making it hard to go with the blissful romantic flow.
Changing of the guard? This culminating full
moon in your work, service and health zone might September 9-October 31: Venus in Scorpio
signal the unexpected resignation of an assistant Luxe loving? Bring it on! When your ruler, romantic
or employee. Or, they might do something so Venus, cruises through your sensual and sensible
flagrant that you have no choice but to let them go. second house, you want security with all the frills.
If you recently embarked on a new way of eating If you’re gonna take yourself off the market for
or intensified your workouts, you could see results someone, it’s got to be worth it, right? Longtime
today. Let that keep you even more motivated! couples might team up to get your budget on
track—but be sure to add a line item for “date
August 28: Mercury-Jupiter square nights and romantic excursions.” Venus is here
This is the sequel to the August 10 clash of for an extra-long visit because (heads-up) she’ll go
these planets, but this time Mercury is moving in retrograde from October 5 to November 16. Try
forward motion. Now you might actually have a to work through any glaring differences before this
fighting chance at getting through to people. It’s tricky cycle starts.
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September 9: Virgo new moon September 18: Mars-Uranus square

Before you blow through an entire box of tissues or Under this rash and irascible collision, people
pour your heart out to your BFF or journal, remind (perhaps your own beloved) may jump to
yourself that endings also signal beginnings. This conclusions and fling accusations without much (or
new moon in your house of transitions and healing any) evidence. Ride this out by keeping a low profile
helps you release what no longer fits into your and, if you have a door, shutting it.
current life. Why are you still clinging to this person
or behavior? If you’re ready to begin a fresh chapter, September 24: Aries full moon
you need to do so unencumbered. Watch for signs Dynamic duos time! This once-a-year bright beam
and serendipities that reinforce your choices. in your partnership zone puts your committed
relationships in the spotlight. Is it time to make
September 10-November 15: Mars in it more official—or possibly part ways? If you’ve
Aquarius been on the rocks for a while, this full moon can
Sizzle time! Passionate Mars makes its second (and bring resolution.
this time, retrograde-free!) visit to your sexy and
seductive fifth house. What does your heart desire?
Seek it out and don’t settle for anything less.
September 11: Sun-Pluto trine This is a great day for private, introspective,
Excavator Pluto in your foundational fourth house creative work—but not for negotiating, poring over
can shed light on an emotional blind spot, and details or nailing down a budget. If someone has
today, when it aligns with the ego-driven Sun, you a too-good-to-be-true proposal for you, assume it’s
might tap into some anger or resentment that you exactly that!
didn’t even realize you had in you. If you can bring
compassion to this issue—to yourself and the other September 7: Mercury-Uranus trine
person—you’ll be able to forgive and move on. Your piercing insight can leave a room in stunned
silence. Yes, you did just nail exactly what the
September 12: Venus-Uranus opposition problem was in a single pithy sentence. Work
You might have to confront a thorny issue involving those powers of perception to bring much-needed
money or security with your S.O., which, needless change today. Just don’t leave compassion out of
to say, is not your favorite dinnertime conversation. the equation. This is not about being a know-it-all;
But if you want to get through this, you need to it’s about reminding everyone what the soul of your
address it head-on. If you can let go of the fantasy mission is.
that relationships are always smooth sailing and
that “complaints” reflect negatively on you, it might
be easier to broach the subject.
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September 21-October 9: Mercury in you’re comfortable operating at that speed. Then,

Libra from October 31 to November 16, Venus will
When the winged messenger flits into your sign, it’s back-pedal through Libra, and you may consider
like the universe is handing you a live mic. Speak up calling the whole thing off. Try to ride it out and
for yourself, but also be an advocate for a friend’s not make any rash moves. As a Libra, you’re sure
project or an important cause. to change your mind at least twice before Venus
corrects course.
September 24: Aries full moon
This once-a-year big-deal full moon in your October 10: Venus-Mars square
partnership house could help you seal a major deal Feelings, nothing more than feelings…and yet
you’ve been negotiating or finally ink that plum those feelings are pretty intense during this clash
contract. This is the “Libra house,” so even though of the cosmic lovebirds. Is someone acting too
you’ll be advancing your own interests, you’ll still independent—or too needy? Stress from your
be in top diplomatic form! home and family life may the culprit. Deep breath
before you take it out on your love interest!
September 25: Sun-Saturn square
Your confidence may falter today, as the “doom October 24: Taurus full moon
and gloom” planet sends a harsh beam to the This annual full moon in your intimate, erotic
radiant Sun. Saturn urges constraint and caution, eighth house can churn up some heavy emotions,
and as a result you might suddenly not feel ready especially if you’ve been repressing them. Talk it
to blast into a project you were all set to jump into out before you explode! On a more positive note,
yesterday. Take a day to re-center yourself. You this moon could bring a pregnancy, engagement—
should be back to full strength tomorrow. or possibly a breakup. Under this spell, you’re either
all in or you’re out!
September 27: Sun-Mars trine
And you’re back! This is a golden day to take a October 31: Venus-Uranus opposition
risk, make an audacious ask or just put yourself Who says real couples don’t fight? Certainly no
out there without filters. Fortune favors the bold, so one we know! Disagreements are part and parcel
screw up your nerve and do it! of intimate relationships. You may not be able to
control differences of opinion or values, but you
can control how civilized you act when these issues
October: Love Hotspots come up.
When the love planet shifts into reverse in Scorpio October 31-December 2: Venus in Libra
and your security zone, you get a chance to review Your ruling planet, the goddess of love herself,
where a certain relationship is going and whether is in your sign (again). But hang on a sec—she’s
spinning backward, so all may not be right with
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the world. Which relationship issues continue to October 10: Mercury-Uranus opposition
haunt you? Where could you be happier? Suck it Loose lips can sink your ship today, so force yourself
up and share from the heart. Speak with kindness to slow down and consider what you’re about to say
and compassion, and your words will be heard. before you actually say it. Impulsive, off-the-cuff
An ex could return, perhaps to remind you about comments will be regrettable.
a part of yourself that you love but have neglected
and forgotten. October 12: Sun-Pluto square
A personal issue could affect your productivity
October: Career Hotspots today, so instead of letting it simmer in the
background, take a time-out and deal directly. If
October 2: Mercury-Pluto square you need to go outside and make a call to resolve
Buried hostilities might worm their way into your things, do it sooner than later. Then hurry back to
communications today. You could find yourself your regularly scheduled work programming.
locked in a tense power struggle that feels like
it’s actually about something personal. Don’t be October 19: Mercury-Neptune trine
so quick to share about your non-work life with Blend your creativity with your problem-solving
colleagues or clients. Take the icebreakers one abilities. Turn your fierce focus on a highly complex
careful reveal at a time. project. You might hit on the perfect solution to
something that’s been eluding you for days.
October 8: Libra new moon
The year’s only new moon in your sign is like your October 24: Sun-Uranus opposition
own personal New Year, so make the most of it! This Follow the money! Finances may be a sticking point
lunar lift can inspire you to reflect on the previous in a big deal today, as an overly cautious person
nine months and evaluate how far you’ve come with tries to backpedal on the terms. Stand your ground.
your 2018 goals. What have you accomplished, and Point out all the reasons these conditions are fair
what’s no longer relevant? Now you can look ahead and in everyone’s best interests.
and set some new six-month professional goals. Out
with the old, in with the new! October 24: Taurus full moon
This full moon in your wealth sector could deliver
October 9-October 31: Mercury in Scorpio a windfall. You get exactly one of these a year, and
When the expressive planet beams into Scorpio if you play your cards right, you can cash in a big
and your work and finances zone, you’re ready to financial gain. This could be the result of a smart
talk turkey! This an excellent time to renegotiate (or lucky) investment or a savvy joint venture.
your salary or benefits package. You could
interview for a new job that will put you in a October 29: Mercury-Jupiter meetup
higher earning bracket. Don’t think small during this larger-than-life
merger. Mercury helps you think an idea through
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“Before Uranus pulls up the last of the tent stakes in your

relationship zone (not to return for another 84 years),
you’ll get one final chance to smooth out the kinks.”
to the very end, and Jupiter brings a dash of luck to evaporates. You’re driven to get your life in order,
the plan. You might need to take a risk, but as long and maybe to help your mate get their plans on
as it’s a calculated one, you’re probably golden. track. But there’s a fine line between “fixing”
someone and supporting them. Watch a critical or
November: Love Hotspots codependent streak. Unless, that is, you want to be
someone’s walking Support Desk instead of their
November 6-March 7: Uranus in Aries love interest.
Before Uranus pulls up the last of the tent
stakes in your relationship zone (not to return
November 16: Venus direct
for another 84 years), you’ll get one final chance
Your ruling planet regains its composure after a
to smooth out the kinks. Relationships may get
six-week retrograde that’s disrupted the harmony
a little rocky during this final hurrah, but you
of important bonds since October 5. For the past
need this reality check before you go all in—or
two weeks, Venus has been backing through your
pull out. Pro tip: Seek the perfect balance of
sign, making it tough to find your sensual and
autonomy and togetherness.
stylish groove. You’ve been cranky, brusque and
even (gasp) sported an occasional fashion “don’t.”
November 9: Venus-Mars trine Go on, Libra—make those mea culpas to anyone
Bingo! This is one of your luckiest days of the year you’ve offended and get back to being the gracious
for love, as your ruling planet, Venus—in your sign, goddess you are.
no less—locks into a cosmic embrace with lusty Mars
in your passionate fifth house. Romantic chemistry
will be off the charts; attractions can blaze up like
Gasping for air? When liberated Uranus shoots
wildfire. You may not be able to stop this once it
darts at the love planet, you could be feeling your
starts, so take all necessary precautions. In the fertile
wild oats. That’s fine and dandy—provided you
fifth house, Mars could bring on a pregnancy.
don’t give your beloved cause for jealousy. If there’s
a deeper disconnect, this fault-line disturbance
November 15-December 31: Mars in Pisces could lead one of you to abruptly call things off.
Intense Mars enters your analytical and service-
oriented sixth house for the rest of the year. Just
like that, your tolerance for chaos and drama
(which you’ve had your fair share of lately)
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November: Career Hotspots November 15-December 31: Mars in Pisces

Can you get a little help around here? Motivator
Mars enters your sixth house of systems, health
November 6-March 7: Uranus in Aries
and efficiency. You could hire and fire, or de-
Revolutionary Uranus retrogrades back into Aries
stress by delegating to capable people. You may
for one last slog through your seventh house of
need to put better processes in place to handle the
contracts and interpersonal affairs. Let’s make a
multitasking mania. All those end-of-year details
deal? Perhaps not. You may need to examine the
are anxiety-provoking enough on their own.
way you “do” partnerships as disruptor Uranus
makes its final voyage here. Where do you need
to make changes (possibly radical ones) to the way November 16-December 6: Mercury
you balance your give-and-take with people? But retrograde
get into action now—once Uranus leaves Aries in Yikes! When the messenger planet shifts into reverse
March, it won’t return for another 84 years! in your communication corner, it can undo some
recent progress you made with a potential deal or
November 7: Scorpio new moon partnership. Until December 1, it’s retrograding
This once-a-year new moon electrifies your second through blunt Sagittarius, so be extra careful about
house of money, work and security. Take a moment those slips of the lip!
today to reflect on your loftiest financial goals.
Where would you like to be six months from now? November 19: Mars-Jupiter square
This isn’t magical thinking. Seeds you plant now You want everything yesterday, and this anxiety-
will blossom, so you might as well make sure you’re producing face-off isn’t doing much for your
growing the right crops. patience. Even if you need to step outside of a
meeting room and “talk yourself off the ledge,” it’s
November 8, 2018-December 2, 2019: worth it. The last thing you want to do is babble
nervously or overshare with a professional liaison.
If people aren’t ready to commit, be gracious—and
Welcome to an exciting, expansive new chapter of
send a follow-up note after Thanksgiving.
your life! When Jupiter begins an epic 13-month
trek through your communication house, you
may become a sought-after speaker or influencer. November 23: Gemini full moon
People will hang on your words, so think about Dream big! The annual full moon in your visionary
what message you want to put out to the world. and limitless ninth house can help you find the right
This is also your “hometown” zone, so a local and/ means (and partners) to make one of your grandest
or sustainable business venture could take off now. ideas a reality. But even if you feel ready to go live,
slow the pace. With Mercury retrograde, it might
be more prudent to show your prototype to experts
who can give you useful feedback first.
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November 26: Sun-Jupiter meetup cheap and you know it, so avoid “discounting” your
It’s not your imagination: You’re as sharp, inspired value by emphasizing deeds over drama. Focus on
and ready to roll as you feel. Use this confident getting your budget, schedule and action plan into
power surge to broadcast your message to the tip-top shape. When the people around you flake
masses by all means possible, including social media out, mind your own affairs and stay on the path to
and word of mouth buzz. personal prosperity.
December: Love Hotspots December 2: Sun-Mars square

Circular arguments, anyone? Egos are easily
December 2-December 31: Venus in Scorpio triggered today, and you could quickly get roped
Sometimes, Libra, a kiss is not just a kiss. Starting into an endless debate, from which nobody is
today, as your celestial guardian, vixen Venus, willing to back down. Overwhelm alert: If you’ve
shimmies into your sensual second house, a smile, taken on too much, intense holiday deadlines may
a touch and definitely a kiss can mean so much. push you to the brink of a stress meltdown. Pace
During this glorious romp, make a point of yourself or you could reach a breaking point—and
showering your amour with affection, compliments nobody wants to see your gentle sign explode!
and special gestures. Single? Give the quieter, less
flashy types a chance. Date night tip: Attend more December 5: Sun-Neptune square
upscale gatherings and patronize classier venues. Under the influence of hazy Neptune, you could
talk yourself into just about anything today, which
December 21: Venus-Neptune trine is not good for business—or your sanity. Even if
During this tender trine, your feelings are best you feel like you’re lost in a fog, protect yourself
expressed through actions, not words. Listen to and your reputation by shielding your field against
your partner without interrupting; offer support or smooth talkers and slick salespeople. Of course
help before they ask for it (because their stubborn their ideas sound exciting! That’s what inspired the
pride might not let them). Unattached? Pursue expression, “A sucker is born every minute.”
some new avenues, like a new dating app or doing
some holiday-season volunteer work. December 6: Mercury retrograde ends
The end of an error? The messenger planet gets
December: Career Hotspots back on course today after a frustrating three-

week stint of spinning backward (first in your
December 1-December 12: Mercury in communication corner then in your money zone).
Now it’s safe to resume those negotiations that got
Scorpio
put off—or muddled—last month. People will be
Messenger Mercury retrogrades back into your
eager to close out the year on a high note, and if
practical, profitable second house, lingering in
your idea or proposal is promising enough, they
this low-power position until December 6. Talk is
might bite!
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December 7: Sagittarius new moon case of the squeaky wheel getting the grease: It’s
This activating new moon in your communication about showing the powers that be what an original
center could get a budding connection or project and confident thinker you are when they cut you
off on the right foot. Just because the holidays enough slack.
are around the corner doesn’t mean you should
coast for the rest of the year. Let the others nibble December 21: Mercury-Jupiter meetup
Christmas cookies and take extra-long lunches. Big ideas abound as clever Mercury and visionary
You’ve got a dream, and you can actually cruise Jupiter align in your communication sector. Use
past the competition if you keep the pedal to the your gift of gab to connect with people and share
metal now! openly. Hold court at the holiday party, reach out
with an email before everyone shuts down for the
December 7: Mars-Neptune meetup year. If you’re a business owner, this is a great day
It’s a fine line between “pushy” and “persuasive.” for a generous flash sale or a lively email blast.
With assertive Mars and emo Neptune joining
forces in your helpful sixth house, be aware December 22: Cancer full moon
of where you stand on that spectrum. Do you One last push! The year wraps up with the second
sincerely want to be of service, or do you have of two full moons in Cancer and your professional
an agenda? People can sniff that out a mile away, tenth house (the first was on January 1). You could
FYI. You’re also susceptible to flattery: A couple move into the holidays with a major professional
compliments in, and suddenly you’re taking victory or a clear-eyed vision of the goals you want
on someone’s workload while they dash off on to achieve in the coming year. Sit down and make
vacation or donating to a dubious fundraiser. a draft of your resolutions (or “intentions” if you
Keep your radar up for smooth operators. prefer)—and maybe also a list of things you don’t
want to bring into 2019.
Sagittarius December 24: Mercury-Neptune square
Keep a notebook or recording app on hand at all Just as you’re powering down for your holiday
times (even at home or when you’re out and about). break, someone could try to manipulate you into
Mastermind Mercury will power through your finishing a job for them or doing their bidding. Suss
communication sector for the rest of the year, and out a phony fabrication and let them know you
every one of your thoughts and ideas is probably simply don’t have the time. They may try to play
worth capturing for future consideration. on your compassion, but make it clear you’re not
buying what they’re selling. u
This electrifying merger reminds you that you
don’t have to go along to get along. This isn’t a
Scorpio 2018
SCORPIO 2018 HOROSCOPE
S C O RP IO O C TOB ER 2 3- N OV EMB ER 2 2
The Highlights
At last! Adventurous Jupiter in your sign With unpredictable Uranus leaving your health
makes you fall in love with your own life again. and fitness house after seven years, you can
Unconventional Uranus starts an eight-year finally resume a more predictable pattern. You
visit to your committed relationship house in may have radically revamped your approach
May, bringing fascinating (and quirky) people to diet and exercise during this time. Tech-
into your orbit. Existing partnerships can go savvy Uranus will make one last visit to Aries
through big changes. Single? You could shock from November 2018 to March 2019, so haul
yourself (and your friends) by choosing someone out your Fitbit and Vitamix. With structured
wildly different than your usual type. Under this Saturn in your community zone, you might join
impulsive transit, you may rush into (and out of) a marathon or walk for a cause.
relationships at lightning speed. Whiplash!
FAMILY & FRIENDS
MONEY & CAREER Build your power posse, Scorpio! New
The burden has lifted! In December 2017, friendships could form around common goals
restrictive Saturn ended a three-year transit as serious Saturn visits your social third house.
through your financial house that forced you to Mixing work and play will be a no-brainer,
tighten your belt. Apply your hard-won skills and don’t be surprised if you “uplevel” the
and wisdom to building your nest egg now. Two type of people you call friends. Two eclipses
eclipses in Leo ignite your career sector, which in Aquarius touch your domestic fourth house
could bring exciting professional opportunities which could bring a move, a pregnancy or
when you least expect them. Abundance is unexpected changes at Chateau Scorpio. u
yours for the asking in November, once Jupiter
starts a 13-month visit to your prosperous
second house.
SCORPIO Horoscope
Power Dates for Scorpio

SCORPIO NEW MOON
November 7
SCORPIO FULL MOON

April 29
SUN IN SCORPIO
October 23–November 22
S
uit up, Scorpio! 2018 could be one of the transitions—and not much clarity. Well, say hello
most exciting years you’ve had in ages, to the sunshine, as this year’s cosmic lineup gives
filled with new horizons and radical you a surge of life-force energy.
reinvention of everything—from your
personal identity to your relationships to your Leading the charge is expansive Jupiter, which
home and career. Good thing you’re the zodiac’s is visiting your sign from October 10, 2017
“all or nothing” sign! When it comes to thrilling until November 8, 2018, blessing you with the
changes, 2018 is serving them up en masse. “It” factor. This could herald one of your most
adventurous and growth-filled phases in over a
To be honest, you’ll probably welcome the decade. Jupiter only visits your sign every 12 years;
quickened pace and fresh energy. After all, 2017 its last voyage here was in 2006. This bountiful
wasn’t exactly the easiest year for most Scorpios. Jupiter transit will kick off a fresh 12-year personal
It was a heavy, emotional time with lots of chapter, and life becomes a blank page waiting for
you to write on it. You’re feeling optimistic—or at aren’t threatened by your success and independence
least, eager for new adventures and risks. Ask the will earn top-tier status on Team Scorpio.
universe for ‘em and you shall receive…in spades.
From relocation to new love to a breakthrough turn Home, family and career get their own cosmic
in the spotlight, you’re manifesting opportunity renovations, as four of this year’s five eclipses land
at warp speed! Your private sign might need to in Leo and Aquarius and shake up fundamental
adjust to all the attention you’re attracting. areas of your chart. These eclipses might bring a
leadership or high-profile career opportunity, even
This trailblazing energy is a welcome shift, even a total change of professional path. In personal
if it keeps you on your toes. Jupiter spent most news, you may move, change your living situation
of 2017 slogging through your twelfth house of or expand your family.
closure, healing and rest. Some Scorpios had to
make sacrifices, such as caring for a loved one Finances pick up speed (amen!), now that
going through a tough time. You may have left a sluggish Saturn finally left Sagittarius and your
job, ended a relationship or closed out a major part money and work house after three tough years.
of your life. Last year could have been a blur, as From December 2014 to December 2017, stern
Jupiter in this foggy zone is like a year of gestation, Saturn cracked the whip, forcing you to be more
when things percolate below the surface but don’t responsible and regimented. Now, your diligence
quite manifest into anything tangible. Now, your is rewarded—especially when abundant Jupiter
soul-searching and “drifting” will pay off, as results enters Sagittarius for 13 months on November 8.
start to blossom! Those hard-won lessons could pay off in the form
of a new career path, a raise or a promotion.
Your closest relationships will also undergo seismic
changes starting mid-May, when pioneering Uranus Saturn moves into a much lighter position this
starts an eight-year journey into Taurus and your year, visiting Capricorn and your third house of
seventh house of partnerships. In both work and communication and kindred spirits until the end
love, you’ll adopt an unconventional approach to of 2020. You’ll mix business with pleasure and
commitments, seeking dynamic duos that help you socialize strategically. Surround yourself with
feel free. While that might sound like a paradox, powerful allies, Scorpio. This Saturn cycle can
this year will reveal how much being your own teach your secretive sign a lesson or two about
autonomous person actually keeps things hotter! being upfront and straightforward. You’ll learn
You’ll be drawn to people who do things on their how to communicate directly without being too
own terms—and you’ll learn a lot from their “live harsh. If you’ve been a “hidden figure” on social
and let live” approach. media, you might find a proper reason to develop
an online presence. Got a cause you care about?
With Jupiter in Scorpio this year, you’ll need lots Build a platform to spread an important message.
of room to roam and explore. Secure people who
“With Jupiter in your trailblazing first house of fresh starts and solo
ventures, your personal pursuits take center stage in 2018. Whether you
embark on a trip by yourself, sign up for yoga teacher training or start
taking singing lessons, the idea is to try, try, try without an agenda.”
Jupiter in Scorpio: A brand-new life a trip by yourself, sign up for yoga teacher training
chapter. or start taking singing lessons, the idea is to try, try,
October 10, 2017–November 8, 2018 try without an agenda. Throw that metaphorical
spaghetti against the wall to see what sticks.
Point your compass toward adventure, Scorpio.
This is a year to embrace the new and unchartered, Next year, you’ll figure out what to do with it, or
as auspicious Jupiter returns to your sign for the how to “monetize” one of your big ideas. Or, you’ll
first time in 12 years. Jupiter in Scorpio will herald just look back and see a bunch of items crossed
new beginnings, novelty and experimentation, off your bucket list—and know that, for once, you
shooting you out of your comfort zone like a prioritized joy over responsibility. For now, let
cannonball (wheeeee!). Who knows where you’ll yourself play and brainstorm, even if that means
land? The adventure is in the journey now. And driving wildly off the main roads. You might opt to
while your sign doesn’t usually relinquish control take a huge risk. If you do, tune out the naysayers.
so readily, you’ll be too busy defying gravity to Follow the words of Nelson Mandela who said,
worry about the destination. Carpe diem! “It’s only impossible until it’s done.”
Many Scorpios will do a total “reset” in 2018, Work-wise, you crave freedom and flexibility
because Jupiter kicks off a fresh 12-year chapter during this autonomous Jupiter cycle. If you’re a
of your life. It would be impossible to map out “solopreneur,” this is a lucky time to build buzz
your ultimate goals because you’re just getting through PR, social media and a message that
started here. Besides, you’ll be way too busy with focuses on you. What’s your unique niche or
all the new opportunities Jupiter is fielding on your “brand story”? Why are you passionate about what
behalf. The spotted supersizer was last in your sign you do? Jupiter in your star-powered first house
from October 25, 2005 until November 23, 2006. nudges you to make yourself stand out—or “come
Page back to then: You might see similar themes out”—as the heart and soul of your business. Play
of reinvention from that time. up your individuality and be a little edgy. That will
get people noticing…and talking!
With Jupiter in your trailblazing first house of fresh
starts and solo ventures, your personal pursuits For example, maybe you’re a yoga teacher who
take center stage in 2018. Whether you embark on needs to differentiate yourself in a crowded
market. Flaunt your personality and highlight swimsuit issue. Or NFL player Colin Kaepernick,
your expertise. Do you specialize in a certain type who kneeled in peaceful protest during the
of yoga or teaching method? Do you have offbeat national anthem to spread awareness of America’s
hobbies that you could weave into your practice, or systematic oppression of people of color. Or
something that would make your bio memorable? Hillary Clinton, the first U.S. female presidential
For example, if you love to hike, maybe you’ll candidate, who ran in one of the country’s most
lead treks that end with a pose sequence on a divisive elections.
breathtaking mountaintop.
Love them or hate them, these lightning-rod
Visuals count more than ever during this Jupiter Scorpios became controversial figures whose
phase, because the first house rules first impressions. actions broke open huge, institution-changing
Did you know that people form an opinion within dialogues. Where can you take a risk in the name
seven seconds of meeting you? Invest in headshots of something greater? Position yourself as a leader
and consider booking professional hair or makeup with a clear and audacious message.
for your photos. Launch a sleek and well-designed
website, and write in the first-person voice, so your In love, you’re invited to take the same gutsy
visitors feel like they’re having a conversation with approach. If you’re dating, lead with your quirks
you instead of getting a slick sales pitch. and humor instead of making small talk (or
studying people with that silent and piercing gaze).
Wondering how you’ll grow? Look to your Libra Coupled Scorpios need more free time during this
friends, who hosted Jupiter last year. A recent indie-spirited phase. Relationships will need to
example is Libra rapper Cardi B, a social media stretch and grow to accommodate your needs this
figure and underground hip-hop artist who year. You could be traveling, starting a new job,
catapulted to mainstream stardom when Jupiter and devoting yourself to an all-consuming new
visited her sign last year. During this Jupiter phase, interest. Maybe you’re starting a big life phase that
she inked a record deal with Atlantic Records requires the people in your world to adapt.
and her single “Bodak Yellow” reached number-
one on the Billboard Hot 100 charts as the “rap Let’s be clear, Scorpio: You are the lead actor, not
anthem of summer.” Dare to be different, says the supporting cast, in 2018. And while that’s not
Jupiter—and watch where it takes you. license to go full diva on your tribe, don’t miss this
chance to “do you.”
What fires you up on an idealistic level? Intrepid
Jupiter in your sign can make you something of an With Jupiter in your first house of appearances,
outlier (or an outlaw!) this year. Look at Scorpios you could make a bold change to your look,
like size-16 supermodel Ashley Graham, whose experimenting with a radical new hairstyle, head-
refusal to be pigeonholed as “plus-sized” landed turning makeup or body art. Warning: excessive
her on glossy covers including the Sports Illustrated Jupiter is the “too much is never enough” planet.
You might be tempted to double down on the A hit of star power could arrive while Jupiter
Botox injections or cut off all your hair in one forms a rare and harmonious trine (120-degree
sitting. Easy does it, Scorpio! Do you really need angle) to glamorous Neptune from May through
that tattoo at 3:00 a.m. after a whiskey-soaked August of this year. Neptune is in your fifth house
night on the town? of self-expression, and its partnership with Jupiter
in Scorpio could bring fame. Your creativity and
Not that you’re listening to anyone these days. charisma are at an all-time high, so use them for
Jupiter has swagger, and it can make us a little good. With compassionate Neptune and global
cocky when it visits the “me”-centric first house. Jupiter aligned, you could be the spokesperson for
(Your new favorite subject: Yourself !) Watch that a world-bettering cause—especially if you use art,
your antics don’t tip into ego trips. It’s great to music or a creative medium as your vehicle.
feel so awesome about your accomplishments, and
even to self-promote a bit. Just don’t break your The fifth house rules love, and while Jupiter
arm patting yourself on the back, okay? trines Neptune, single Scorpios might meet
someone who’s a soulmate and a playmate in
Jubilant Jupiter can turn even the most secretive one. A pregnancy is possible. Chemistry will
Scorpio into an unlikely blabbermouth. There’s heat up fast, and you won’t be shy about letting
a temptation to share about every mundane this person—and the world—know how you
moment—from your “ahh-mazing” morning feel. Whether it lasts for the long haul or not,
workout to a long-winded recount of the driver romantic connections will help you grow. This
who cut you off on the freeway. Ask yourself: How person can draw out a more open and expressive
does sharing this serve others? Your colorful tale side of your personality.
could change someone’s life or it could put them
to sleep. It’s all in how you tell it! Attached Scorpios might collaborate creatively
during this Jupiter-Neptune cycle, putting your
Jupiter rules publishing, broadcasting and public visionary ideas into one potent joint project. You
speaking. Maybe your experiences could be an could throw an epic benefit party for disaster relief
inspiring life lesson. What’s the takeaway for or spearhead an art installation that promotes
your listener? Curate those personal stories and cross-cultural dialogue in your town.
you could have the makings of a memoir or a
motivational TED-style talk. Even camera-shy Take inspiration from Scorpio Bethenny Frankel,
Scorpios could get bitten by the performance whose B Strong initiative raises funds for women
bug in 2018. If you’re truly passionate about and families impacted by climate-related crisis.
something, you’ll barely even notice when those Bring people together to feel great, connect from
cameras are rolling. the heart and make a difference. And yes, you
have license to look good doing it. Show the world
what a “power couple” looks—and acts—like!
“For the next 13 months, Jupiter will visit Sagittarius and your
grounding second house of work, money and security. After a year of
adventure and discovery, you’ll now shift into a building phase.”
Jupiter in Sagittarius: Money and bring a promotion, a raise or a plum new client.
security grow. Since Jupiter rules long-distance travel, you might
November 8, 2018–December 2, 2019 start racking up airline miles at your job or even
relocate for a big opportunity. Keep an open mind.
Alright, alright, alright! We couldn’t resist quoting An offer on the other side of the state, country or
your fellow Scorpio Matthew McConaughey’s Best world could be too good to pass up.
Actor acceptance speech as a segueway into Jupiter’s
grounding new phase that begins in November. If you’re a little hung over from all the excitement
of Jupiter in your sign, you’ll welcome this chance
First, turn and give yourself an Oscar-worthy to prioritize and follow a clear action plan. There’s
affirmation before you “just keep living” (so many work to do! This Jupiter phase helps you simplify.
McConaughey-isms!). You’ve given a noteworthy What do you value most? Getting clear on that is
performance with Jupiter in your sign. You deserve vital now, as you’ll want to design your life around
some applause for all the risks you’ve taken and what truly matters to you. For example, if you
the ways you’ve grown. Now…what will you do crave deep connections, living in an isolated area
with all that? or hanging out with superficial friends won’t cut it.
Start exploring a possible lifestyle change as you
For the next 13 months, Jupiter will visit Sagittarius set your 2019 resolutions.
and your grounding second house of work, money
and security. After a year of adventure and In love, this new Jupiter phase could bring a
discovery, you’ll now shift into a building phase. stable partnership. If you’re single, someone you
Take stock of the wild ideas you’ve had, and pick might have written off as “boring” may now seem
out one or two winners. Could you develop them absolutely perfect. You’re drawn to the quietly
into a profitable and fulfilling new path? With supportive types rather than the flashy arm-candy.
Jupiter in this hardworking zone, you’re eager Couples will enjoy just being present with each
to roll up your sleeves. Luckily, you should have other. Jupiter in your tasteful and tactile second
plenty of opportunities to do just that! house encourages you to get sensual. Plan some
sophisticated dates that are also “high touch.”
Move over, glass ceilings and wage gaps. Bountiful How about a couple’s massage, a visit to a wine-
Jupiter wants to compensate you fairly—no, tasting workshop or tickets to see a live show?
generously—for your work. This cycle could
“With Saturn in your third house of neighborhoods, big ideas

could see the most success if you launch them in your own
backyard. How about renting a pop-up shop, leading a seminar
or hosting a trunk show to show your handcrafted wares?”
With Jupiter in Sagittarius, you’re focused on ideas and local activity until December 2020.
quality over quantity. Use the last two months Saturn will form an easy sextile (60-degree angle)
of 2018 to streamline your schedule, budget and to your Sun sign now. Rather than hardship,
routines. After a non-stop year, you’ll savor the you’ll experience Saturn’s gifts of structure and
chance to take your time with everything. The best leadership. If you’re a writer, speaker or innovator,
things come from a slow and steady approach. Saturn can help you build a platform to share your
ideas. With Saturn in this social sector, you’ll want
Saturn in Capricorn: Craft your to choose friends who are also ambitious and a
message. little more serious about their goals. Combining
business and pleasure is perfectly fine, Scorpio!
This year, you’re probably more in the mood for
Good riddance, Saturn! On December 19, 2017, networking than Netflix.
the rigid, ringed planet ended a three-year sojourn
through Sagittarius, where it brought tough lessons With Saturn in your third house of neighborhoods,
to your second house of work and money. During big ideas could see the most success if you launch
this challenging period, you had to tighten your them in your own backyard. How about renting a
budget and buckle down—there was no cutting pop-up shop, leading a seminar or hosting a trunk
corners allowed. show to show your handcrafted wares? Building
buzz on a smaller scale will allow you to test and
Now, the weight is lifted and you should feel more perfect your formula and minimize costly risks.
ease around your finances. Whew! Your path may (Warning: Impatient Jupiter in Scorpio will tempt
not look as glamorous and high-rolling as you once you to rush and go big right away!)
dreamed. But you can thank clarifying Saturn for
helping you get real about budgets, living costs Are you a master in your field? You could develop
and long-term security. The really good news? a webinar or workshop that positions you as an
Saturn won’t be back here for almost 30 years! So expert or amplifies your credibility. If you’re a
go ahead, treat yourself to a bauble or two. health coach, you could attend an annual wellness
summit where you can get additional training and
You’ll enjoy a lighter Saturn phase as he visits learn the most cutting-edge techniques.
Capricorn and your third house of communication,
Does your social circle need an audit? Weed out

Your friendships and associations may go through the users and be careful that you don’t act “thirsty”
a few growing pains now. You might find you’ve around people who have money, power or status.
outgrown certain people and just aren’t on the Opportunism and agendas have no place in your
same page. That’s okay. Saturn rules timing, and life while Saturn visits Capricorn (or ever, really).
sometimes, you’re just on different paths. If a It’s one thing to help each other rise. It’s quite
bond is really meant to last a lifetime you’ll sync another to hitch a free ride on someone’s coattails.
up again later on.
Build relationships for the long haul, taking time
Saturn was last in Capricorn from 1989 to 1991, to really get to know each other. If you feel like
so it’s been awhile! This go-round, Saturn will join you “need” someone in order to be successful,
powerhouse Pluto (your celestial ruler), which is that’s a red flag. Ditto if you sense that someone’s
also in Capricorn for a longer run from 2008 to only interested in what you can do for them.
2024. You’ve been feeling Pluto’s seismic shifts With the right people, Saturn helps combine your
internally, perhaps through changes in the way you superpowers for the win.
express yourself or the people you hang around.
While Pluto is “hidden,” Saturn makes things Uranus in Taurus: Free to be me.
tangible. Now, some of your percolating ideas May 15, 2018–April 26, 2026
can be built into a real-deal enterprise. Saturn’s
discipline and Pluto’s shrewd insight could give Relationship revolution? On May 15, changemaker
you serious charisma and clout. Walk your talk Uranus will move into Taurus, setting off an eight-
and you’ll be unstoppable. year cycle that will reframe your closest ties.
Uranus only visits each sign every 84 years, so this
With these two power players in your community is literally a once-in-a-lifetime period. Between
sector, you might take on a new responsibility in now and April 26, 2026, you’ll undergo dramatic
your town. Perhaps you’ll join the school board changes in your interpersonal affairs.
(the third house is associated with K-12 education)
or run for local office. At work, you could be named Uranus is the planet of progress, and it arrives
project lead on a cutting-edge endeavor that needs to shake up the status quo. You’ll crave freedom
a savvy, whip-cracking producer like you. Since to express your autonomy. Oppressive terms and
the third house rules kindred spirits, team up controlling people will repel you. If you’ve stayed
with well-connected and influential people. One in an unsatisfying relationship out of obligation,
of them could take your ideas to the next level. circumstances could drive you to break free.
Or perhaps you’ll be the person to turn a creative While you may have been content to stick around
upstart’s ideas into a lucrative hit. Partner with out of duty—for financial reasons or the “sake of
people whose skills complement yours. the children”—Uranus will snap you right out of
that. Your own liberation becomes the priority.
“Uranus could spawn a seven-year itch of sorts.

If being monogamous feels monotonous, you’ll
eagerly seek a cure for boudoir boredom.”
Uranus could spawn a seven-year itch of sorts. due to stress that you internalized in your body.
If being monogamous feels monotonous, you’ll That was your wakeup call to make a bigger
eagerly seek a cure for boudoir boredom. You lifestyle change!
might explore an unconventional love life, such
as an open relationship or living separately from Uranus will turn retrograde from August 7, 2018
a longtime partner. During this experimental until January 6, 2019. It will slip back into Aries
phase, you’re much more interested in exploring on November 6, 2018—one last push to get your
than settling down. Happily-coupled Scorpios wellbeing and work life on track. On March 7,
might take the less-traveled road together, renting 2019, Uranus will settle into Taurus and stay
out your home and seeing the world for a year, until April 26, 2026. Prepare for some interesting
or opening an online business together. Some encounters, Scorpio!
couples will break up or separate. The nature of
your bond will evolve if you stay together (or get Eclipses in Leo & Aquarius: Home
back together). You’ll be happiest when each of and career in the spotlight.
you fully expresses your individuality.
Business partnerships will also undergo Work-life rebalancing? Four of this year’s five
transformations. Any contracted relationship eclipses will land on the Leo/Aquarius axis,
will likely need to be renegotiated now. You may bringing bold and unexpected change to your
have agreed to terms that no longer work. If so, career house (ruled by Leo) and your domestic
outspoken Uranus will force you to advocate for sphere (governed by Aquarius). This eclipse series,
yourself. If you work with difficult people, it will which runs from February 2017 to January 2019,
be impossible to bite your tongue just to preserve has already been shaking up these foundational
the professional relationship. zones of your chart since last year.
Uranus spent the last seven years (since March In January and August, eclipses in Leo will
2011) in Aries, activating your sixth house of work sweep through your tenth house of career and
and wellness. You may have dramatically changed ambition. You could change jobs, possibly due
your day-to-day duties, liberating yourself from to a company restructuring or a major offer that
oppressive tasks or working remotely. Your health arrives unexpectedly (and is too damn good to
might have endured a few rough spots, most likely pass up!). Clients or roles that are no longer a good
fit could be “eclipsed” away. Should this happen, unexpected news designed to wake us up and
trust that the stars are making room for something inspire big shifts. You may travel, return to school
better. The job of an eclipse is to clear out the old or roll the dice on a startup venture. This is the
and outmoded, so don’t hang on with your teeth, first lunation in a two-year Cancer/Capricorn
especially to a situation that’s not even bringing you eclipse series occurring between now and July
happiness or fulfillment. You might be suddenly 2020. These eclipses will touch down on your
rocketed into a position of great responsibility. A communication axis, shifting your mindset and
promotion or leadership opportunity could land your message permanently.
in your lap.
Over the next two years you could get involved
Your living quarters could get an extreme in publishing, media or teaching. If you’ve been a
makeover in February and July when eclipses in silent figure on social media, like many Scorpios,
Aquarius transform your home and family sector. you might become more visible. Fascinating new
Maybe you’ll rip up the rugs for a décor refresh people from different backgrounds could enter
or renovation. Perhaps you’ll relocate for a job, your life, exposing you to new perspectives. (If
buy a home or oust a disruptive roommate. You you thought you were open-minded before…)
might suddenly find out that you have to move— Your work might involve travel, which could
for example, your landlord sells the building and also turn you into more of a global citizen. New
gives you short notice. A pregnancy is possible spiritual and metaphysical studies may capture
for some Scorpios near these dates. A child or a your fascination. u
female relative could play into events.
The fourth and tenth houses are also the “parent

zones” of your chart. The fourth house rules
mothers; the tenth house, fathers. Your mom or dad
could be central figures at these eclipses. You might
confront unresolved family issues that crop up by
surprise. Sometimes, you’ve got to deal to heal.
Cancer Solar Eclipse: A panoramic

view of life.
July 12
Shift your worldview to the wide-angle setting,

Scorpio. On July 12, a partial solar (new moon)
eclipse falls in Cancer and your expansive ninth
house, prompting you to take a risk. Eclipses bring
SCORPIO 2018 HOTSPOTS
SCORPIO: HOTSPOTS BY MONTH

January: Love Hotspots in together or baby news. Longtime couples could
spend happy time at home, hosting friends and
January 6: Mars-Jupiter meetup family as a duo.
The outspoken combo of lusty Mars and try-
anything Jupiter in Scorpio makes it impossible January 26-March 17: Mars in Sagittarius
not to vocalize your desires. This magnetic combo Confidence is sexy! With red-hot Mars sizzling
inspires you to take a chance. You could be drawn through your second house of self-worth, don’t
to a sexy someone you meet while traveling or be afraid to push back or assert your boundaries.
stepping outside your comfort zone. Revel in the Showing that you respect yourself will filter out
chemistry instead of projecting into the future. This the users and losers. Money could be a source of
steamy attraction might only last a few short hours, tension for couples, or you might blow your budget
but they’ll be memorable ones! on pricey dates. (So make sure you enjoy them!)
With Mars in this security-seeking sector, you may
January 9: Venus-Pluto meetup feel a little stressed about a relationship that’s been
Conversations could get hot and heavy, especially hovering in the gray zone. Be careful you don’t pile
if you speak from the heart. Anytime penetrating on the pressure—but nobody could blame you for
Pluto hooks up with love planet Venus, the result wanting an answer sometime soon.
can be transformational. Of course, you don’t
even need to use words—your body language will January 31-February 17: Mercury in Aquarius
say it all! This annual visit of the communication planet to
your foundational fourth house inspires you to open
January 13: Venus-Uranus square up about your emotions (at least a little) and reveal
This edgy angle could spark a battle of wills or more of your vulnerabilities. A female friend may
control issues. One of you may not be able to hear offer some perfectly timed advice.
the other’s perspective. Since you might be wasting
your breath, save important discussions for another
day, when you’re not so easily threatened.
January 1: Cancer full moon (supermoon)
January 17-February 10: Venus in Aquarius This once-a-year full moon in your ninth house of
Hallmark moments: incoming! You crave coziness travel, lofty visions and entrepreneurship helps you
as Venus enters your sentimental fourth house look beyond the same old four walls and imagine
and wakes up your nostalgic side. This domestic inspiring new possibilities. If you can dream it, you
spell might bring a key exchange, plans to move can do it—before the end of summer!
January 6: Mercury-Uranus trine anything “in the works.” Not sure if you should post,
Be an outlier today! Following the rules won’t help email or say something? Err on the side of caution.
you solve a vexing problem, so think outside the
box. Amble along the path less traveled, and when January 16: Capricorn new moon
something occurs to you, run it up the flagpole and This once-a-year seed-planting new moon
see who agrees. could spark a promising conversation. Lay the
groundwork for an exciting collaboration that
January 6: Mars-Jupiter meetup unfolds in the coming six months. Big ideas come
So much for your reputation as the sign of mystery! easily; what’s needed is patience!
Assertive Mars and outspoken Jupiter in Scorpio
give you the guts to advocate for whatever you want. January 24: Mercury-Pluto meetup
The squeaky (Scorpio) wheel gets the premium- Pluto wants to dive deep, but Mercury will help
grade oil. Speak up! you nail down all the details of a burgeoning
partnership. Ready to take things to the next level?
January 9: Sun-Pluto meetup It starts with a “laying all your cards on the table”
As these two planetary powerhouses pair up in your conversation. Since you’re sincere about this, you’ve
cerebral third house, you’ll have the insight and the got nothing to lose by being honest.
authoritative gravitas to lead a strategy meeting.
But as you quickly put all the puzzle pieces together, January 26-March 17: Mars in Sagittarius
it will be a hollow victory if you don’t let others Show you the money! This is a big-deal cycle,
contribute. Stay on guard for doing all the talking something you’ve been waiting two years for. Red-
and forgetting to let others chime in. hot Mars charges through your work and finance
house, bringing opportunities to increase your
January 11-31: Mercury in Capricorn earnings. At the same time, job pressure could rise
Idea machine! The cerebral planet visits your clever and colleagues may get argumentative, so slow your
and communicative third house for the next three roll and keep your own temper in check.
weeks—a great time to brainstorm and explore
creative collaborations. Synergy could spark with January 28: Mercury-Uranus square
someone whose skills complement yours to a T. Ask The only constant is change today—and that goes
lots of questions, research and interview people for people’s minds, too! Trying to make a decision
before settling on anything. or get a clear answer is an exercise in futility. A
“yes” could become a “no” (or vice-versa) without
January 12: Mercury-Saturn meetup warning. The best use of this unpredictable energy
Don’t present an idea before you polish it, and make is to consider options. Solicit feedback and weigh
sure to back your proposals up with facts and figures. the pros and cons. But if you start to obsess, just
Clever Mercury and rigid Saturn meet in your sleep on it, instead of wasting time analyzing the
communication house, which is no time to present subject to death.
January 31: Leo full moon (total lunar February 10: Sun-Jupiter square
eclipse & supermoon) Candid Jupiter lends its fearless attitude to the ego-
The second full moon this month is a potent driven Sun, inspiring you to share your feelings
supermoon and lunar eclipse, and it’s illuminating and advocate for your own needs. You might step
your ninth house of grand visions. Where others on some (oversensitive) toes in the process, but
see obstacles, you’ll only see possibilities. sometimes a Scorpio’s gotta do what a Scorpio’s
gotta do.
January 31-February 17: Mercury in Aquarius
A softer touch will work best with colleagues as February 15: Aquarius new moon (partial
expressive Mercury visits your emotional fourth solar eclipse)
house. Take a minute to ask people how they’re Chinese Year of the Dog
doing and to make sure everyone’s feeling good. Emotional rebirth? Today’s new moon in your
You might be more productive working at home foundational fourth house opens a fresh chapter
with Mercury in this domestic sphere. See if you around home, family and feelings. And since it’s
can arrange for a couple remote days where you a galvanizing eclipse, there could be big changes
can get ‘er done in your coziest sweats and slippers. in the coming six months, such as a move or baby
You may have a great idea for a cottage industry— news. Women, especially relatives, could play into
use this time to research what it would take. events. With the Chinese zodiac switching from the
randy Rooster to the loyal Dog for the next year,
February: Love Hotspots you’ll have even more cosmic support to settle into
a steady groove.
Get closer or flee? You’re feeling pulled in two February 17: Mars-Neptune square
directions today, as the love planet activates your What’s the rush? While dreamy Neptune in your
homey, sentimental house while liberated Jupiter in romance house has you wearing oversized rose-
your sign is craving freedom. Scratch beneath the tinted glasses, rushing into anything permanent
surface: What’s really going on here? Could it be could be a misstep. Anxious Mars in your security
that you’re just feeling a little exposed or vulnerable? zone wants guarantees. Will they earn a steady
living? Can you trust and rely on them to meet your
February 10-March 6: Venus in Pisces needs? Only time will tell. You might be forcing a
Vixen Venus shimmies through your passionate square peg into a round hole. Coupled Scorpios
and romantic fifth house for the next three weeks, may be tempted by a flirtatious figure, which could
deepening your bond or making single Scorpios cause you to ignore red flags and, oh yeah, your
more serious about finding a suitable suitor. preexisting commitments.
Valentine’s Day is a perfect occasion to express your
feelings—or give those swiping fingers a workout!
February 17-March 6: Mercury in Pisces

As the messenger planet wings its way through
your flirty fifth house, you’re encouraged to speak February 13: Mercury-Jupiter square
from the heart. The Pisces energy can help you As excited as you are to jump into your next big
express your deepest desires, which might just come adventure, your emotions will definitely sway your
through as a titillating text or steamy Snap! logic today. Yes, you should listen to your intuition,
but make sure the practical stuff checks out. Think
February 21: Venus-Neptune meetup twice before entering a business venture with family
Once a year, when these two idealistic planets or friends.
canoodle in your romance zone, it’s easy to get locked
in your couple bubble. But go easy on the PDA. Not February 17: Mars-Neptune square
everyone is a fan of such demonstrativeness. Single Today could bring a seductive sales pitch and the
Scorpios could get similarly swept away by an all- urge to splurge. And with impulsive Mars and
consuming attraction. Enjoy, but book a flight back gullible Neptune both tugging at your purse strings,
to planet Earth in the next couple days, okay? you might dive in without due diligence. Stop right
there, Scorpio. If you’re considering an investment,
February 25: Venus-Mars square ask for backup materials—references, a detailed
This first of 2018’s three lovers’ quarrels comes proposal, a profit plan. Know what you’re getting
today, as the cosmic lovebirds clash. Things could yourself into.
get intense, especially if neither of you is willing
to back down from your agenda. There is a happy February 17-March 6: Mercury in Pisces
medium between passion and practicality, but you Your creative ideas can gain serious traction over
may have to give an inch to find it. the next couple weeks, as clever Mercury zips into
(and through) your expressive fifth house. Flaunt a
February 25: Mercury-Neptune meetup little more of your colorful personality and infuse
Compounding the intensity of today, a Mercury- your interactions with playfulness. If you can make
Neptune conjunction in your romance house people laugh and think, you’ll have them eating out
can muddle communication or sweep you far of your hand.
away from reality. You could have a telepathic
connection with your love interest. Just as you February 28: Mercury-Mars square
think of them, they text—or you bump into each Focusing too much on the big picture today could
other serendipitously. This might be a “love at first cause a project to go off the rails. You need to stay
sight” kind of day for singles. But only time will focused on the details. Make sure everyone on the
tell if it’s infatuation or the real deal. team knows their role and is motivated to do their
best work. A forceful person could stir up tension,
so nip that one in the bud!
March: Love Hotspots on your romantic goals and possibly start seeing
someone through a sharper, clearer lens.
March 1: Venus-Jupiter trine
Kindness and affection go a long way today toward March 13: Venus-Saturn square
bringing back the sparks or igniting your desires. It’s a thin line between caring and being
Surprise your sweetie with a romantic evening. codependent, and you might lose your balance
Single? Put yourself out there. Under this golden walking that tightrope today. Stop making excuses
trine, you may only have to dip your rod in the for anyone’s poor behavior, including yours.
emotion ocean to reel in a suitable fish! Follow structured Saturn’s lead and set some
healthy boundaries.
Don’t hold back your feelings. You’ve got nothing March 17: Pisces new moon
to lose by telling someone you love or appreciate This new moon in your passionate fifth house
them. And with audacious Jupiter in your sign plants the seeds of change in your love life. Single
nudging the communication planet, you might just Scorpios might have a new relationship status by
say it with skywriting! the end of the month; couples could take a next
step…which might involve babies. Prepare to kick
March 4: Sun-Neptune meetup off a whole new era of a legit romantic renaissance!
Under this passionate pairing of the expressive
Sun and dreamy Neptune in your romance house, March 17-May 16: Mars in Capricorn
you’ll have the magnetism to attract someone Talk dirty to me! Lusty Mars in your loquacious
special and the courage to act on your interest. third house could spice up the pillow talk and
You’re sure to turn a few heads—so be prepared put you in a frisky, flirty mood. From swiping to
to collect a few admirers’ digits. Coupled? Snapping to suggestive banter, you’ll make your
Confidence is sexy. Want to try something new? desires known. A little playful debate can keep
Suggest it—by showing, not telling. things hot, but watch for an argumentative streak
during this cycle.
Your mind is in the clouds, as romantic Venus teams March 23: Venus-Pluto square
up with the communicator planet in your passionate The harmony of your love life could turn into
fifth house. Regardless of whether you’re single or cacophony if you don’t keep a watchful eye on your
attached, this is a great day to share how you feel. You control issues. It’s easy for your intense sign to get
might surprise everyone and get a little sentimental. jealous, but don’t go reading into your partner’s
probably innocent behavior. Single? Mixed signals
March 6-31: Venus in Aries can make you want to tear your hair out. Are they
When the love planet comes in for a landing in really interested, or just playing a game of cat and
your pragmatic sixth house, you can get a handle mouse? Frankly, the chase is getting exhausting.
March 31-April 24: Venus in Taurus March 11: Mars-Uranus trine

Sweet relief comes not a minute too soon when You’re an unstoppable force of nature today. Take
harmonious Venus waltzes into your partnership a stand for your beliefs—or a colleague’s—and
house for the next three and a half weeks. Couples will don’t quit if people don’t line up behind you right
feel back in sync; single Scorpios can call in someone away. More important than selling them on the fine
with long-term potential. Bring on the dynamic duets! points is leading by example. Be bold and work
with your integrity for the win!
March 31: Libra full moon
As important as knowing when you have a connection March 11: Mercury-Saturn square
with someone is knowing when you don’t. Today’s A know-it-all type could point out every flaw and
full moon in your twelfth house of transitions and weakness in your strategy. But don’t get mad—get
healing brings things to a conclusion. If a certain busy! Take this feedback constructively (even if it’s
relationship is months (or years!) past its expiration not delivered that way) and improve your game.
date, don’t waste another moment keeping it on life Bolster your case with testimonials and supporting
support. Rip off the Band-Aid and get ready to move data, and you’ll be unbeatable.
on—to something less draining and more fulfilling.
March: Career Hotspots Facts and figures won’t be enough to sway people to
your viewpoint today. What’s needed is an unbridled
March 1: Virgo full moon display of your passion, with a liberal sprinkling of
Big news comes about a team effort, possibly a recent charisma. By speaking up about what you believe
collaborative project that you felt honored to be a in, you can win over the masses. If the spotlight (or
part of. Perhaps something still in “dev” finally gets a TV camera) happens to find you, don’t run away!
the green light. You’ll rack up bonus karmic brownie
points if a charity or social cause stands to benefit. March 17-May 16: Mars in Capricorn
Motivational Mars takes the podium in your
March 6-May 13: Mercury in Aries communication house, turning you into a one-
The cerebral planet swings into your orderly and Scorpio ideas machine. You’ve got a lot to say,
organized sixth house for almost ten weeks— and even though some of your message may be
an extra-long visit because Mercury will turn controversial, there’s no holding you back. Be sure
retrograde for part of its visit. This is a perfect to give others a turn at the mic. Someone’s brilliant
time to focus on detailed tasks and streamline your ideas could spark a synergistic meeting of the minds
life. Whatever your personal goals, there’s surely and develop into a profitable partnership.
an app for that! You’ll have an opportunity to
improve your health this spring. Have fun doing so
by tracking your daily steps, body rhythms, calories
consumed—and burned!
March 22-April 15: Mercury retrograde in could quickly regret flirting with someone. Maybe you
Aries realize the spark’s not igniting, or you get an awkward
When the quicksilver planet reverses course in response that makes you wish you hadn’t gone there.
your orderly sixth house, chaos could erupt. Back You could come on strong then suddenly put up
up your important data, put things in writing, and boundaries, confusing people with mixed signals.
brace yourself for breakdowns with technology,
communication and travel. During this muddling April 7: Venus-Saturn trine
time, narrow your focus and try to avoid multitasking. Talk ain’t cheap today! With the love planet in your
intense eighth house aligned with future-oriented
March 24: Sun-Mars square Saturn, you might need to utter the “c” word—
With impulsive Mars spurring the confident Sun commitment. Single? You’ll be playing for keeps, so
to action, you’ll feel like diving into something be honest about your intentions.
and not “wasting time” on the necessary research
or background checks. That would be a big April 11: Venus-Mars trine
mistake. Force yourself to pump the brakes and When the cosmic lovebirds canoodle like this, it’s
do that due diligence. It could save a lot of time, one of the year’s luckiest days for romance. You’ll
energy—and money. feel open-hearted and compassionate, and very
much in the mood for love.
March 29: Sun-Saturn square
Things may slow down or come to a standstill April 17: Venus-Jupiter opposition
under this restraining square. But don’t get mad— You’re eager to dive headfirst into a romantic
get down to brass tacks. You may have glossed over fantasy, but it might be a case of too much too
some important details or made things unnecessarily soon. In the heat of the moment, it’s easy to get
complicated. Better to scale down or offer less than swept away by your feelings—not to mention
to promise more than you can deliver. your hormones. But with Jupiter “supersizing” the
situation, you may not be seeing things for what
March 31: Libra full moon they are. Enjoy the attention and tingly feelings, but
The year’s only full moon in your twelfth house of don’t get ahead of yourself. Time will tell whether
healing and closure can help you release something this has real-deal potential or not.
(or someone) that longer fits into your life. That
might be the necessary first step to opening up April 17: Venus-Pluto trine
space for new and better opportunities. With amorous Venus orbiting your seventh house of
partnership—and aligned with penetrating Pluto—
April: Love Hotspots your conversations with bae will stir the deep waters
of your psyche. It’s a great day (and night) to share
April 2: Mars-Saturn meetup your fantasies or desires. If you don’t have a partner
Tease ‘em, freeze ‘em? With hasty Mars and cautious in crime, finding one shouldn’t prove a problem!
Saturn uniting in your communication house, you
April 24-May 19: Venus in Gemini April 11: Sun-Pluto square

Vixen Venus swan dives into your eighth house of You probably won’t get far with negotiations under
intimacy and seduction. You probably won’t say this willful face-off. People are asserting their
much unless you really mean it now. Your words agendas (and egos) and aren’t open to compromise.
and actions will hold much weight—and seductive Someone’s shady machinations could really throw
power. This is a great time to soften that smoldering- a wrench into the game plan.
yet-impenetrable force field you use to keep others
at bay, and give in to risking a little of yourself in April 15: Aries new moon
your relationships. If you’re single, you’ll want to This new moon of fresh starts in your partnership
vet any potential suitors well. They’re likely to stick realm can bring helpful people into your world.
around for a while under this intense transit! Two heads can definitely be better than one—
depending on what that cranium is attached to.
April: Career Hotspots Don’t rush in to inking a deal. Kick some ideas
around together. Your Spidey senses will instantly
April 1: Sun-Mercury meetup know if there’s synergy or not.
You’ve got a couple of ideas for improving a team
project. Don’t keep them to yourself—speak up! April 18: Sun-Uranus meetup
Instead of complaining about inefficiency, offer Herding cats again? You may have to step up
your savvy solutions and position yourself as a and take the reins on a project that’s gone off the
strategic leader. rails. Don’t worry if people “like” you (as if you
would, Scorpio); your job is simply to get this
April 2: Mars-Saturn meetup disorganized team back on the same page. But
When passionate Mars links up with structured throw away the rulebook. Uranus favors a more
Saturn in calculating Capricorn, you’ll be able to creative leadership style.
speak with zeal and authority. What’s important
today is being assertive and not conflict-adverse. April 25: Mercury-Saturn square
You may have to defuse a bully, but that will win You could receive harsh criticism or bump up
you brownie points from the whole office. against resistance to ideas you thought were a slam
dunk. Instead of getting discouraged, go back to
April 4: Mercury-Mars square the drawing board and refine. Just know when
You might not see eye-to-eye with a partner or team something is “good enough” and stop working on it.
member today. Your ideas are visionary, but your It’s okay to be a little over-prepared, but you don’t
plan may not be realistic. And the other party may want to miss a window of opportunity because
not grasp what you’re suggesting or have the skills you’re being a perfectionist. This same Mercury-
to pull off their part. This might be the time to take Saturn square occurred on March 11, and today
it up with a neutral third-party mediator. could be your chance for a do-over.
April 26: Mars-Pluto meetup May 13-29: Mercury in Taurus

Checkmate! You could easily be the smartest, most When the communication planet flits into your
strategic person in the room today, as your ruling relationship house for the next six weeks, you’ll
planets merge in your communication house. Be be able to bring up uncomfortable (yet important)
bold when you present ideas, but hold your cards subjects. Be sure to listen at least as much as you talk.
close to your vest. People may try to sneak a peek.
Don’t let ‘em! May 15: Taurus new moon
This once-a-year major cosmic event powers up
April 29: Sun-Saturn trine your relationship mojo. Whether you’ve wanted to
With the confident Sun and structured Saturn aligned start something new or deepen your existing union,
in grounded earth signs, you’ll do well to take a calm you’ll have divine support. The grounded Taurus
and measured approach to all your business dealings. energy will help you know when something’s the
Even if you’re wildly excited about something, don’t real deal—or not worth the sacrifice.
let it show. Keeping people guessing what you’re up
to can be your secret weapon. May 15: Uranus in Taurus (until November 6)
Partnerships—and your approach to them—get a
April 29: Scorpio full moon radical overhaul when innovator Uranus kicks off
C’mon, big money! This once-a-year lunar lift an eight-year visit to your relationship house today.
shines a spotlight on you and a personal project— This transit, which only happens every 84 years,
and your bottom line! A project you’ve been could bring into your life some fascinating figures
developing could bring a big payday. Find ways to who will introduce you to new ways of seeing the
tighten the belt over the coming months to really world. With indie-spirited Uranus here, you’ll need
grow your nest egg. room to roam. Possessive people will have to loosen
their grip or go elsewhere.
May: Love Hotspots May 16-August 12: Mars in Aquarius

May 7: Venus-Neptune square With stressful Mars in your domestic fourth house,
A crush may turn into an obsession if you’re you’ll want to protect your home turf. The red
not careful. While it might feel like a nice— planet can churn up a lot of repressed emotions.
and innocent—distraction, it could become To avoid petty squabbles with relatives, roomies
problematic if you’re overlooking some (obvious?) or your mate, channel this energy into rigorous
red flags. Attached? Don’t fixate on locking down a physical activity. Getting out and being active can
commitment. In the process, you might kill the fun also prevent a case of cabin fever from setting in.
and playfulness of your romance. Of course, if a home-reno project is screaming to
be done, you may have to abide.
May 16: Mars-Uranus square May 25: Jupiter-Neptune trine

An angry outburst or upsetting encounter could This second in a trio of trines (the first was
destabilize your love life today. You’re easily December 2, 2017; the third comes August 19)
provoked and might even rashly call things off. could lead to romance without boundaries. With
But when you’re this mired in your feelings, you’re these powerhouses in your most affectionate chart
not seeing the whole picture clearly. Breathe and corners, you’ll feel optimistic about life and love.
walk away from any volcanic situations before they By being your unfiltered, unfettered self, you may
erupt. Family members may push your buttons or attract a passionate new partner or ignite a massive
try to drive a wedge in your relationship. Tell them bonfire with your bae.
to mind their own business.
May 19-June 13: Venus in Cancer Today’s tense angle between cautious Saturn and
The love planet lopes into your expansive ninth house, love planet Venus could throw some roadblocks
blowing your heart and mind wide open. You’ll see onto the frenetic freeway of romance. Perhaps you
past the petty stuff, like the way someone dresses or rushed in without probing into someone’s past, or
where they live. Even the prospect of a long-distance a long-distance affair is proving more challenging
relationship doesn’t feel like a dealbreaker. Attached? than you expected. Slow things down and let them
Start researching a romantic summer vacay. unfold organically. You don’t want what isn’t real
or sustainable.
May 23: Mercury-Jupiter opposition
Trying to have The Talk today seems like a good May 29-June 12: Mercury in Gemini
idea…until you start talking! If you go there, don’t As the communication planet spins through chatty
attempt to cover every topic or make too many Gemini and your eighth house of intense emotions,
plans in a single conversation. Pause and listen to you could confess a secret desire or fantasy. Couples
the other person instead of talking at them. might stop making assumptions and finally broach
the topic of living together or putting a ring on it.
May 23: Sun-Mars trine
You’re feeling confident about your emotions
and bold enough to be vulnerable. Take a risk
and reveal something you’ve been keeping to May 7: Mercury-Pluto square
yourself. That’s the only way you’ll truly know if Dot every “i“ and cross every “t.” Mistakes won’t
you can trust someone. A family member could escape the watchful eyes of the quality-control
offer emotional and possibly financial support. department today. Check your work thoroughly
With these trailblazing planets in your real-estate and make it as flawless as possible before presenting.
sectors, some couples might start looking into Sloppy errors will get you called out. Hold your
buying a home or filling yours with the pitter- own team to high standards and refuse to accept
patter of little feet! anything but people’s absolute best.
May 8: Sun-Jupiter opposition dynamic duet! Think strategically about all your
The most successful collaborations are ones in which alliances over the coming six months. Even if you
everyone has their own well-defined turf and can have to share some power (or glory), there’s likely to
freely contribute to the greater whole. Today, you be a whole lot more of it to go around!
may need to renegotiate the terms to allow yourself
that flexibility. It could mean sharing the power— May 15: Uranus in Taurus (until November 6)
perhaps with an equally strong person. That doesn’t Joining forces with out-of-the-box thinkers could
have to be threatening. As long as people know which take your ideas to new heights. Today, trailblazing
lane is theirs, you could make a dynamic duo. But if Uranus begins an eight-year voyage through
you think you’ll end up competing and overlapping, your partnership house, bringing fascinating
teaming up might not be the best idea. opportunities to team up or get “discovered.” If
you’ve been toiling away thanklessly, freedom
May 11: Sun-Pluto trine fighter Uranus will liberate you from any confining
Conversations will flow easily, without a lot of contracts. And if you’ve been a “company person”
disagreement or “he said she said.” In fact, you’ll for too long, you might explore ways to flex your
recognize how much faster/smarter/better you time, work remotely or turn a side hustle into
can work when you’re teamed up with the right something even more profitable.
collaborators. Let the negotiations begin!
May 16-August 12: Mars in Aquarius
May 13: Mercury-Uranus meetup Personal life drama could impede your productivity
With the two most tech-savvy planets making one as stressful Mars blasts into your home sector. You
last fist-bump in Aries and your administrative sixth may need to enforce firm boundaries with family
house, devote the day to streamlining your work during work hours (no SOS calls and texts unless
processes. Look for helpful software that will get it’s a legit emergency!). Go-getter Mars in this
Team Scorpio running like a well-oiled machine. domestic zone could bring exciting opportunities
to build a home-based business. If you do work
May 13-29: Mercury in Taurus remotely or start that cottage industry, carve out
When the messenger planet lights up your seventh a well-defined space to separate business and
house of contracts and partnerships, you’ll be eager personal, so stress doesn’t seep in under your
to find a kindred spirit—someone who shares your roof. This is especially crucial once Mars turns
values and work ethic but can bring some more retrograde from June 26 on.
complementary skills to the table.
May 15: Taurus new moon Powerful partnerships start to take shape today, and
You only get one of these super-charged new a conversation could finally move from the vague
moons in your partnership zone per year, so use this to the specific. Come prepared with a plan—or at
one’s grounded energy to negotiate yourself into a
least a few concrete ideas—to get the ball rolling.

But cautious Saturn reminds you to take this all one
June: Love Hotspots
step at a time. June 1: Venus-Jupiter trine
Love knows no bounds as these two open-minded,
May 23: Mercury-Jupiter opposition optimistic planets align in sensitive water signs. It’s
Before you pitch your starry-eyed ideas to someone, a great time to take a romantic trip, or at least start
make sure you can articulate the concepts. Or let planning one.
people know you’re sharing raw material and
would like their feedback. Otherwise, you could June 2: Venus-Neptune trine
overwhelm them with an unprocessed download. The love planet is traipsing through your expansive
Make sure they’re actually in the space to listen! ninth house for a few more weeks, and today, when
she hooks up with dreamy Neptune, you’ll enjoy
May 25: Mercury-Pluto trine letting yourself get a little carried away with a fantasy.
This is an excellent day for strategic conversations, You can come back to so-called reality tomorrow.
hashing out negotiations and drilling down into the
nitty-gritty details of a project. With these sharp- June 5: Venus-Pluto opposition
minded luminaries uniting in your interpersonal When penetrating Pluto in your communication
houses, discussions can be intense and exciting. sector opposes loving Venus today, you might feel
You could meet someone who thinks exactly like threatened and blurt something out in anger. Even
you do—and when you join your superpowers on a if your mood blows over quickly, the other person
shared vision, you’ll be unstoppable! won’t soon forget your hurtful words, so try to bite
your lip. Ditto revealing a secret that someone
May 29: Sagittarius full moon could use against you.
Today’s abundant full moon lights up your second
house of money and work. Over the coming six June 7: Sun-Neptune square
months, you could get wind of an exciting financial As the Sun in your eighth house of intense emotions
or job opportunity. Do the legwork now so that, clashes with sensitive Neptune, jealousy or paranoia
when the big moment comes, you’ll be ready to may overshadow logic. You won’t see your love
pounce on it! interest clearly, either disparaging or idealizing
them. Your sign doesn’t hand over trust readily, and
May 29-June 12: Mercury in Gemini today’s a good day to hold back a little more.
Today, the messenger planet breezes into your
laser-focused eighth house for a six-month June 13: Gemini new moon
inspection. Your mind will be sharp and strategic, This once-a-year lunar lift kicks off a fresh six-
so screen out the distractions and give 100 percent month cycle in your eighth house of eroticism and
to the tasks at hand. On second thought, make intimacy. New moons bring opportunities for fresh
that 110 percent!
starts, and with this one, you could attract a very June 26-August 27: Mars retrograde
suitable partner or, if you’re in a LTR, plant the Mood swing alert! Fiery Mars turns retrograde
seeds for a major next step. for the next two months, which can shorten your
temper and patience. A sensitive issue you haven’t
June 13-July 9: Venus in Leo dealt with could rear its head. When the red planet
No more “whatever!” Today amorous Venus saunters backs through Aquarius and your emotional
into your tenth house of future planning, making the fourth house (until August 12), a button-pushing
next three weeks perfect for discussing your goals ex could resurface.
and visions for an intertwined life. Single Scorpios
might be attracted to an older, more established type;
power and status could prove a huge turn-on.
June 14: Venus-Uranus square Don’t overlook the personal! With savvy Mercury
Are you on the same page for the future? Someone’s and go-getter Mars aligned in two touchy-feely
instability or lack of clear direction might be houses, an emotional appeal could help you seal the
making it hard to plan ahead. Your desire for deal or earn a colleague’s trust.
excitement could be at odds with your attempts
to lock in a long-term commitment. Finding the June 12-29: Mercury in Cancer
right balance of security and autonomy may take Cerebral and creative Mercury flutters out of your
some creative compromise. obsessive eighth house and into your optimistic,
visionary ninth, refocusing your sights on a way-
June 21: Venus-Mars opposition bigger picture. With your enthusiasm this stoked, it’ll
With the love planets at odds today, your emotions be contagious, so go spread some inspiration around!
could be all over the map. This is not a good day
to make any major or irreversible decisions about a June 13: Gemini new moon
relationship’s status. Step back and examine your This once-a-year new moon in your house of joint
feelings. You can’t keep pushing a nagging issue aside. ventures and investments could point you toward a
different approach to moneymaking, possibly with
June 25: Venus-Jupiter square a partner you’ve never worked with before. You’ll
Damned if you do, damned if you don’t? be excited by their talk about making your funds
Confusion could set in as love planet Venus in work harder, but don’t take action without doing
your future-oriented tenth house squares off with some serious research.
liberated Jupiter in your sign. Part of you wants
even more commitment, while another side is June 27: Sun-Saturn opposition
searching for the exits. Someone’s gloomy comment could burst your
balloon or cause you to lose faith in one of your
big ideas. While it’s never a bad idea to double- July 11: Venus-Uranus trine
check your data, there’s no reason to give up on Under this unpredictable mashup, you could feel
your dream! Everyone experiences the occasional sizzling chemistry with a friend or someone you
moment of self-doubt, but don’t let fear of failure meet through a mutual acquaintance. Couples can
stop you from trying! reignite passion by letting their hearts grow fonder
with a little more alone time.
June 28: Capricorn full moon
This annual full moon in your communication house July 14: Venus-Saturn trine
hands you a live mic—and an SRO audience. Focus Expecting people to be mind readers again? Don’t
on the message you want to spread (not on any assume your S.O. or new love interest can intuit
doubts or fears) and let your voice be heard! This what you want. This solidifying sync-up reminds
lunar lift lasts for the next six months, so if you’re you that direct and honest communication is the
not sure exactly what you want to say, make it your best way to ensure that you’re on the same page
mission to focus on that over the coming half-year. and have the same hopes for the future.
June 29-September 5: Mercury in Leo July 24: Venus-Neptune opposition

You’ve got some genius ideas, but to pull them off, You might think you’re playing it cool by holding
you need to give them some structure! If this work back in a relationship, but in reality, all you’re doing
involves a team, give everyone their tasks and come is fueling someone’s insecurities. If you want the
up with a plan to hold them accountable. Looking drama to die down, stop playing games and reveal
to make a job change? Polish your resume, reach your genuine feelings.
out to well-connected individuals and (strategically)
let people know you’re looking. July 27: Aquarius full moon (total lunar eclipse)
The year’s only full moon in your domestic fourth
July: Love Hotspots house also happens to be a transformational lunar
eclipse. This could trigger an unexpected emotional
July 9-August 6: Venus in Virgo outpouring or a tidal wave of strong feelings. You
Friendly fire? Sparks may fly with a platonic pal, could receive news about a pregnancy or family or
a colleague or someone you meet through mutual home situation. Is it time to pull up stakes—or put
friends. The love planet in your tech-savvy eleventh down new ones somewhere else?
house could also lift your online luck. With Venus
in this casual house, couples should skip the heavy- July 27: Venus-Pluto trine
duty romance and focus on having fun together. This is a good day to broach an important issue
Socialize as a duo, attend festivals and events, host because you’ll have the emotional strength to listen
a potluck for your mutual friends. You might even without taking anything anyone says personally.
play matchmaker for a couple of them—hello, Single? Be open to a connection with someone
karma points! unexpected, like a platonic pal or someone you
meet online. What’s special about this is that it’s July 12: Sun-Pluto opposition
not a physical attraction—it’s also a meeting of the Enthusiasm may not be enough to carry a big
minds and souls! project to the finish line. Under today’s penetrating
planetary pairing, you may want to go back to
the drawing board and give everything a quick
July: Love Hotspots (or not-so-quick) review. Before you make your
July 5: Sun-Jupiter trine big presentation or reveal on every social media
Taking a gamble in the name of a potentially platform make sure it’s got that high-pro glow.
big payday is encouraged by today’s auspicious
starmap—even if that means venturing outside July 12: Cancer new moon (partial solar
your comfort zone. This is one of the year’s luckiest eclipse)
days for you, so if you’ve got a message to share or This once-a-year lunar event in your visionary
a project to launch, don’t hold back! ninth house plants the seeds for an exciting venture
that could expand your world in significant ways
July 5: Mercury-Mars opposition over the coming six months. The rest of the year
With the red planet stirring up tension in your is also great for travel, higher education or perhaps
domestic camp, you might struggle to keep a calm, getting your fantasy startup off the ground.
cool head at work today. Avoid confrontations if
you can, and keep as low a profile as possible. July 25: Sun-Uranus square
Egos and power trips could derail a project that you
July 8: Sun-Neptune trine thought was well underway. When these two powerful
With your creative and expansive houses lit up by planets butt heads, you may be forced to deal with
a sweet and supportive trine, you could receive someone’s unexpected selfishness or secret agenda.
deserved or long-overdue attention for your work.
Let a friend give you a pep talk, then put your July 26-August 19: Mercury retrograde in Leo
most confident self out there. You can widen your The messenger planet shifts into reverse in your
fanbase or reach people in a meaningful way. professional tenth house, which could create
pandemonium with technology, a team project
July 9: Mercury-Jupiter square or an ambitious business plan. If you can’t get
You’ve crafted some big plans, and now you want everyone on the same page, ride out this three-week
to scrap them all! Your master strategy, brilliant as cycle by focusing on your own behind-the-scenes
it is, feels confining. Loosen up so you don’t crush work. By mid-August, things should settle down,
your spirit. With expansive Jupiter in your sign, you and you can make progress again.
need space to grow and experiment. Make sure
there’s enough wiggle room for that. July 27: Sun-Mars opposition
Work-personal life balance: What’s that? A slew of
career demands could keep you at the office late
or force you to take work home. Do some damage August 9: Venus-Saturn square
control by explaining to your S.O. (or friends) that Interactions may be fraught under this edgy square.
you need to put these fires out now, but once you Someone might be taking advantage of your
do, you’ll more than make it up to them! generosity—or perhaps you’re only hearing what
you want to hear when your partner speaks (or vice
versa). It might be hard to have a direct and honest
August: Love Hotspots conversation, but you could at least try to break the
August 2: Mars-Uranus square ice today, thus (potentially) making it easier when
The second of three squares between these volatile you come back to it over the weekend or next week.
planets (the first was May 16; the next is September
18) could put your temper through the roof. Watch August 12-September 10: Mars in Capricorn
for knee-jerk emotional reactions, because they Pause before you go off on a tirade, please!
can destabilize a relationship—and send people Hotheaded Mars backs into your communication
running for the hills. If you’re angry or hurt, sector, making you argumentative and hypersensitive
find a healthy way to express it. Is it time to get to people saying the wrong thing to you. Mars will
serious about commitment…or starting a family? be retrograde until August 27, and during this time,
Maybe—but you certainly won’t take well to being everyone around you may seem like they’re walking
backed into any corners today. on eggshells. Don’t be afraid to bring up a pressing
issue, but give people a chance to think over their
decision or formulate a response. This could be a
fruitful time to work with a therapist or mediator.
When the love planet dips into your sensitive
and compassionate twelfth house, you might feel
uncharacteristically vulnerable or nostalgic. You’re August 26: Venus-Pluto square
open to dropping your defenses and allowing Unconscious issues could flare up, disrupting the
someone to help you or get to know you better— harmony of your love life. With Venus in your
and that’s a big step for your guarded sign. During subterranean twelfth house getting zapped by
this five-week personal spiritual “retreat,” single shadowy Pluto, it’s hard to know what’s real and
Scorpios could attract someone with soulmate what’s projection. Better to let sleeping dogs lie
potential, but keep the bar high! today than risk getting bitten.
August 7: Venus-Mars trine August: Career Hotspots

The cosmic lovebirds harmonize in the most
emotional zones of your chart, helping you pull August 6: Sun-Jupiter square
up the security gate. An older and wiser person A charismatic figure could sweep you up in their
could offer sage advice. Instead of trying to control grand vision, but is there a solid plan to back up
everything, adopt a more receptive stance—and these big ideas? Investigate before you invest any
watch those loving feelings flow. time or money in a sketchy scheme. You might need
to navigate some larger-than-life personalities today, August 19: Jupiter-Neptune trine

but bear in mind that under these ego-driven skies, This is the third in a trio of rare trines (the first
people could be thin-skinned or overly motivated was December 2, 2017; the second was May 25)
by praise. that could help you find a solution to a “personnel
problem” that’s been a thorn in your side. Expansive
August 10: Mercury-Jupiter square Jupiter helps you see things from everyone’s point
Flattery will get ‘em…everywhere? Someone could of view, and Neptune gives you patience and
butter you up today, but watch out! They may compassion. Trust your gut on this one.
have an ulterior motive. With retrograde Mercury
butting heads with overconfident Jupiter in your August 25: Sun-Uranus trine
sign, you might be a little too quick on the trigger. Your secret weapon: strategic partnerships! This
Ask people to present you with a plan to back up innovative mashup may inspire you to join forces
their lofty visions. Check references—and if you’re with a cutting-edge group to bring about some
the one pitching or applying for a job, make sure exciting (and much-needed) change at work. Cast
your social profiles and testimonials reflect your about for like-minded folks who also appreciate the
best work! strength and talent in numbers!
August 11: Leo new moon (partial solar August 25: Sun-Saturn trine
eclipse) Don’t wait for anyone to ask for your input today.
The year’s only new moon in your career house is Under this charismatic starmap, you’ll have the
also a boundary-pushing eclipse, which can help eloquence and the clout to present your ideas in a
you branch out professionally in all the ways you’re way that will sway the masses. Speak with authority,
dreaming of ! The next six months are a great time back up your ideas with data—and don’t doubt
for some deep reflecting on what would make you your ability to inspire!
happiest. When you get clear on your goals, work
on an action plan to get you there! August 26: Pisces full moon
If you’ve been going through the motions with a
August 12-September 10: Mars in Capricorn big project, this full moon in your passionate fifth
What’s the rush? With eager Mars retrograding into house helps you keep (or restore) a personal touch.
your communication house, you could come across No one expects you to be an automaton, so stop
as pushy—at least, until the red planet straightens holding back. In fact, with your house of fame lit
out on August 27. The squeaky wheel doesn’t up, you could receive some major props for this.
always get the oil. If you try to force an agenda,
you risk irritating people now. Patience and divine August 27: Mars retrograde ends
timing are your prescription—even if that means Can you get an amen? Motivated Mars wrap up
waiting until mid-September to present your idea a two-month retrograde today, and just-like-that
under more receptive skies. stalled projects and negotiations may resume. It
won’t take a U.N. diplomatic summit to peacefully September 10-November 15: Mars in
resolve the in-fighting and back-stabbing now. Aquarius
Intensifying Mars makes its second, retrograde-
August 28: Mercury-Jupiter square free trip through your sensitive fourth house,
Déjà vu? In a repeat of August 10’s conflict, these heating things up on the home front. If you’ve
feisty planets are back at it! If you overpromised been in limbo about changing residences or have
but under-delivered, issue a mea culpa and craft been waiting for news about a pregnancy, the red
a more realistic plan. Did you fall for a slick planet’s course correction could move the needle.
sales pitch? You might need to wriggle out of an Because he can also add stress and pressure,
obligation that’s not really going anywhere. Be watch that you don’t do anything impulsive,
careful not to come across as cocky or boastful, like put a deposit on a home before you have it
especially around folks who have been in the game properly inspected.
a lot longer than you. Show respect for people
who paved the way—but if someone offers you a September 12: Venus-Uranus opposition
helping hand, grab it! Feeling stifled? That would be the handiwork
of liberated Uranus in your partnership zone
September: Love Hotspots opposing loving Venus in your sign. You’re craving
more freedom and excitement. But before either of
September 8: Venus-Mars square you does anything rash, sleep on it, and sit down for
Mixed signals? With the amorous planets at odds, a heart-to-heart tomorrow—or soon!
you or a love interest could run hot-and-cold.
Simmering resentment can explode into a fight. September 18: Mars-Uranus square
Try not to make any snap decisions. Impulse control: Missing in action. The third of
this year’s three squares between these hotheaded
September 9-October 31: Venus in Scorpio planets (the others were May 16 and August 2)
The great news: The love planet enters your sign pushes you to the emotional brink, a place where you
today for an extra-long visit, blessing you with just don’t think clearly. Your intensity could throw
heaps of mojo and magnetism. The caveat: Venus off the balance of a relationship. Are you allowing
goes retrograde for six weeks starting on October 5, an unpredictable person to get under your skin—
which could cause budding romantic plans to stall again? It’s time to stop fuming and obsessing. Either
or stumble. Take advantage of this cycle now, by find a healthy way to confront this ongoing issue
getting all your relationships on terra firma before or look for other options. You might feel pressure
she shifts into reverse. to commit or settle into something permanent—or
maybe you’re the one who’s stressed about that.
September: Career Hotspots idea you’ve been kicking around, you could make
a serendipitous connection with someone who has
September 5-21: Mercury in Virgo your missing puzzle piece. And it might turn out
When the communicator planet blazes into your that you hold the key to one of their big dreams.
eleventh house of teamwork and technology, you
could be invited to join a group of innovative September 21-October 9: Mercury in
thinkers, online or “IRL.” There’s a reason they Libra
tapped you, so don’t hold back your big ideas over During mental Mercury’s quick jog through
these next few weeks. your dreamy twelfth house, you might confuse
fantasy with so-called “reality.” Dabbling in more
September 7: Sun-Neptune opposition imaginative pursuits can help you come up with
Stewing about something somebody said? Get it out ingenious solutions to nagging problems.
of your head and into the ether! Let them know how
you feel, but don’t fixate on it. It’s up to you to “teach” September 24: Aries full moon
people how to treat you. If they’re fair-minded and The year’s only full moon in your organized,
mature, they will appreciate your honest reaction. streamlined sixth house helps you power through
those mind-numbing administrative tasks. Over the
September 7: Mercury-Uranus trine next two weeks, you might be inspired to go on a
Intriguing collaborations come from all corners major decluttering jag, or to outsource some eternally
today with clever Mercury and innovative Uranus lingering tasks to coworkers and service providers.
playing nice in your interpersonal houses. Tap the
“hive mind” if you feel stuck—chances are, a savvy September 25: Sun-Saturn square
solution exists within your circle! If things aren’t going the way you’d like, don’t
blame everyone else. Look at your role in the mix-
September 9: Virgo new moon up, too. Under today’s signal-scrambling clash,
This once-a-year new moon can open a fresh dialogue will help clear up the confusion. Get out
chapter in your professional life, especially of your head and start talking.
involving work you do with colleagues or
technology. If you’ve been hoping to join forces September 27: Sun-Mars trine
with someone or become part of a team, don’t Lead with love! With this bold and assertive duo
wait for an engraved invitation; reach out and in the most caring zones of your chart, you’ll rise
show them all of the reasons why you think it through the ranks by being compassionate. Showing
could a win-win scenario! your emotions actually helps you appear stronger.
People will respond to your heartfelt messages—as
September 11: Sun-Pluto trine long as they come from a genuine place.
Pay attention to “casual” conversations and
“random” encounters today. Simply by sharing an
October: Love Hotspots it’s not intentional—you think you’re being clear,
but nebulous Neptune is making communication
October 5-November 16: Venus retrograde challenging. Put it in writing!
Amorous Venus commences her backspin today,
beginning in Scorpio (until October 31) then October 24: Taurus full moon
back-flipping into Libra and your unconscious Bring on the dynamic duos! The year’s only full moon
realm for two weeks. This could cause you to feel in your seventh house of committed relationships
misunderstood, underappreciated and self-critical. can lead the way to lasting love, bring couples closer
Venus retrograde can disrupt the easy flow of together—or it could prompt a break-up. Even if
your relationships and key friendships. While she’s there is some painful parting, at least you won’t be
reverse-commuting through Libra, you might have stewing in resentment or living in limbo anymore.
to revisit an old issue with your partner or an ex.
October 31: Venus-Uranus opposition
October 8: Libra new moon Need some breathing room? When Uranus, the
The year’s only new moon in your twelfth house planet of liberation, shoots a testy beam to the love
of fantasy and closure can trigger some dramatic planet, you may be feeling a need for freedom more
events in your love life. Your imagination is working than the desire to be held and adored. Before you
overtime, which could spark a torrid affair or help do anything impulsive, consider the consequences.
you start writing a new page in your romantic
playbook. You may get the courage to make an October 31-December 2: Venus in Libra
important transition, like letting go of a situation Loving Venus returns for a repeat engagement in
that’s been holding you back. Forgiveness might be your compassionate twelfth house (her first tour
hard for your judgmental sign. But it also could be was from August 6 to September 9), encouraging
the single most important thing you do this fall. you to let your hair down and show your “human”
side. While she’s retrograding until November 16,
October 10: Venus-Mars square you might get a rare second chance with someone.
What do you want in love? You could give off major This time, really think about what you want, and
mixed signals today as Venus in your sign (which is in make sure it’s all there!
signal-scrambling retrograde motion to boot!) butts
heads with anxious Mars in your hypersensitive
fourth house. This could be the recipe for an epic October: Career Hotspots
fight, possibly stemming from an outside flirtation
or old insecurities that crop up. October 2: Mercury-Pluto square
Careful: Not everybody is being above board today.
Someone could say one thing and mean something
October 19: Mercury-Neptune trine
totally different. Mixed signals and confusion
You might be sending conflicting messages under
abound. Make sure you’re being crystal-clear in
this distorting alignment. The crazy thing is that
your own dealings. Under these paranoid skies, you October 24: Taurus full moon
might need to reassure a skittish person that you This transformational full moon shines a spotlight
don’t have a hidden agenda. on a partnership that could do amazing things
for both (or all) of you. If this involves money or
October 9-October 31: Mercury in Scorpio other assets, consider drafting a formal contract or
Speak up! Communicator Mercury enters your sign, agreement so everyone knows exactly what they’re
making you alert and assertive. You’re bubbling accountable for.
with enthusiasm and excited to share new ideas.
This is a good time for mingling, brainstorming October 29: Mercury-Jupiter meetup
and catching up on trends. Mercury gives you the When the communicator planet merges with
gift of gab, so use it to your advantage. expansive Jupiter in your sign, you might decide to
put your message out to the masses or bring more
October 10: Mercury-Uranus opposition people onto your team. Don’t think small: What
Just when you thought you were doing the right you’re saying could have a far-reaching impact
thing by speaking your mind, you wind up
inserting your new leather ankle boot in your
mouth! Stay on your toes should you get pulled
into a brewing confrontation. Someone could November 9: Venus-Mars trine
also throw you unexpected shade. Stay mentally It’s a sweet and hot day for love, as the cosmic
present and be prepared to deliver a well- lovebirds hook up in the most emotional parts of
thought-out response. your chart. If you’re feeling angry or resentful, see
what happens if you just let it go. If you’ve been
October 12: Sun-Pluto square obsessing about taking a big next step, bring it up
People aren’t showing their cards today. Take with your beloved. Could be they’re thinking along
nothing at face value, and observe others closely, the same lines!
since their actions will tell the real story.
October 24: Sun-Uranus opposition You can have a very happy holiday season if
Is someone trying to steal your thunder at work? you follow passionate Mars’ lead and be more
They don’t know what they’re getting themselves proactive about having your romantic needs met.
into. Unless it’s egregious, give them the benefit Let your partner know what would make you
of the doubt—along with a discreetly worded happy (from boudoir moves to a gift-wrapped
warning. On the other hand, if it feels like a blatant bauble). Or, if babymaking is on your brain, pull
maneuver, let them know in no uncertain terms out the stops. During this fiery cycle, a pregnancy
how they can—and will—make amends. is definitely possible.
November 16: Venus retrograde ends

At last! The love planet ends a tricky six-week
backspin (much of it through your sign), which November 6-March 7: Uranus in Aries
may have knocked your closest ties off-kilter. If you System overload? Unpredictable Uranus retrogrades
discovered something upsetting or were drawn into back into Aries for one final visit to your organized
a clandestine attraction, now you’ll be able to think sixth house. This four-month reevaluation could
clearly about how to handle this. Well…hopefully! reveal where Team Scorpio needs to upgrade its
Communication planet Mercury turns retrograde technology or day-to-day operations. If your stress
today just as Venus straightens out, so there could levels are maxed out, or your work-life balance isn’t
still be some complicated stuff to sort out. leaving time for self-care, prioritize your wellbeing.
November 19: Mars-Jupiter square November 7: Scorpio new moon

Your romantic vision may be 20-20, but a partner The annual new moon in your sign is like your
or colleague might be more myopic—or unable own personal New Year. You don’t have to wait
to see the brilliance of your ideas today. Don’t get until January 1 to set some inspirational resolutions
hung up on it. It could prove a one-day obstacle! and goals. Here’s the question: Where do you want
to be professionally six months from now? Ask,
November 23: Gemini full moon believe, proceed!
The year’s only full moon in your eighth house of
intimacy and eroticism cranks up the heat in the November 8, 2018-December 2, 2019: Jupi-
bedroom. You could get in touch with feelings you ter in Sagittarius
didn’t know you had—or didn’t realize how strong Make it rain! Lucky and expansive Jupiter jolts into
they were. Since full moons can signal endings and your second house of work and money, setting up
transitions, this might mean a breakup is possible shop for the next 13 months. This could be your
for some Scorpios. Or, maybe you’ll “end” a long most prosperous financial year in more than a
chapter of casually dating and move into a more decade. Think about what you want to manifest
serious arrangement! and be ready to pounce. New job opportunities
might come out of left field and possibly involve
November 30: Venus-Uranus opposition travel or relocation.
Your attempts at micromanaging events in your
personal life probably won’t go according to plan November 16-December 6: Mercury
today—at least, not your plan. Take that as a
retrograde
sign that sometimes the best course of action is to
The messenger planet goes haywire in your
relax, surrender your illusion of control and allow
finance and work sector, which could introduce
things to unfold organically. If perfectionistic or
budgeting miscalculations or spark arguments with
body-image issues flare up, counter them with a
colleagues. On a personal note, keep track of your
supersized dose of self-love.
holiday shopping. Mercury in the indulgent sign of happen right about now, as these hotter-than-hot
Sagittarius makes it easy to overspend. planets line up in your fertile fifth house.
November 23: Gemini full moon December 21: Venus-Neptune trine

The year’s only full moon in your zone of joint You’ll have a serious case of the feels as the love
ventures and investments could make a budding planet winks back at dreamy Neptune in your
partnership official or signal a well-deserved romance sphere. Don’t be afraid to glam it up.
payday. On the flip side, you might get hit with an Whether you’re single or attached, your magnetism
unexpectedly substantial credit card bill—how’d is at an all-time high now.
you forget about that purchase!? If you have to
tweak your holiday budget, remember: The best
things in life aren’t things.
November 26: Sun-Jupiter meetup Scorpio
This could be one of your luckiest days of the Watch your words for the coming week, as
year in terms of work or money. When these bold Mercury retrograde backs into Scorpio and
and expansive planets align—something that only stays in reverse until December 6. You could feel
happens once a year—you could make a savvy wildly misunderstood now. Hold off on pitching
career move or get in on the ground floor of a anything or starting new projects. Use this time
business that’s about to blow up. for behind-the-scenes work and polishing your
presentation. Clean up your devices and streamline
December: Love Hotspots your social media profiles to remove embarrassing
or unprofessional old posts. You don’t need those
December 2-December 31: Venus in Scorpio drunk-and-disorderly photos from Cancun 2008 on
Watch out for speeding arrows—specifically the there anymore…do you?
kind that get pulled out of Cupid’s quiver. When
the love planet grooves into your sign for her annual December 2: Sun-Mars square
visit, you’ll be magnetic and irresistible. It can’t hurt Power struggle alert! These two hotheaded planets
to pay a little more attention to your appearance clash, stirring up drama. Everyone wants to be right
every day. If you’re feeling dowdy, a style refresh and nobody’s backing down. Maybe just conceding
will bring back your swagger. a little bit would help? If you engage, make sure
you’re protecting your interests, not just your ego.
December 7: Mars-Neptune meetup
Quick, get thee to the mistletoe! The holidays are off December 5: Sun-Neptune square
to a scorching start, as passionate Mars merges with You can talk the talk on a big end-of-year project,
fantasy-spinning Neptune in your romance sector. but with dreamy Neptune dissing the Sun in your
Bambinos on the brain? That could definitely grounded second house, there’s a chance that
you might be romanticizing certain aspects of it. hefty year-end bonus. Let others slip off early for
Hit pause and take a reality check before you dig the holidays. Stick around and you might cash
yourself in a deeper hole than you can climb out of. in! If you’re an online business owner, this is the
perfect day for a lucrative flash sale or last-minute
December 7: Sagittarius new moon holiday promotion.
Cha-ching! The year’s only new moon in your
money and work house plants the seeds for all December 22: Cancer full moon
kinds of exciting and profitable changes over the Dream big! The second Cancer full moon of the
coming six months. Are you looking to switch year (the first was January 1) illuminates your
jobs—or careers? Discreetly let power players visionary ninth house and gets you all inspired
know what’s on your mind. Stay open to other about possibilities. Grab a pen and jot down some
people’s ideas and offers, too. You could be resolutions while your mind is so expansive. If
developing an exciting new income stream in a you’re planning some seasonal travel, you could
matter of weeks. score a great last-minute deal today.
December 12-December 31: Mercury in December 24: Mercury-Neptune square

Sagittarius Don’t you dare answer that S.O.S. email from
As the analytical planet swings into your second the office! You could get suckered into picking
house of finances for the rest of the year, you’ll be up the slack for someone else’s mess over the
focused on the bottom line. A strategic partnership, holiday. If you do any last-minute shopping, stick
side income or simply putting yourself on a strict- to a budget instead of breaking the bank playing
but-doable budget could grow your little nest egg Santa. There’s nothing wrong with gift cards and
into a formidable fund! a thoughtful note! u

Think different! As the creative Sun aligns with
innovative Uranus, one of your own more outré
ideas could hit a collective nerve and go viral. Bonus
points if there’s a social-activist or humanitarian
element to it.

With two of the cleverest and most outspoken
planets in your money house, your persuasive
powers could land a big deal or help you snag a
Sagittarius 2018
SAGITTARIUS 2018 HOROSCOPE
SAGIT TA RIU S N OV EMB ER 2 2- DECEMB ER 2 1
The Highlights
No more drama? Hotheaded Uranus, the planet With Jupiter in your restful twelfth house until
of sudden change, starts its departure from November, you could be sleepier than usual.
your fifth house of love and passion mid-May, Wave the white flag and focus your energy
after a seven-year sprint. But with your ruler, inward toward spiritual pursuits, healing and self-
Jupiter, in your fantasy-fueled twelfth house discovery. Trying to force an agenda will be an
until November, you could be swept off your exercise in frustration, but when you surrender
feet this year. Is this person your soulmate…or and let the universe guide, miracles will occur.
just passing through? It could be hard to tell. Luckily, you’ll be saved from couch potato status
Mid-July, an eclipse in your intimacy zone could mid-May, when innovator Uranus sweeps into
find some Archers saying “I do.” Other Sags your health and fitness zone for an eight-year
may go through a breakup or a life transition visit. Get ready for an extreme makeover to your
that takes a lot of emotional energy to process. diet, fitness and lifestyle—one you’ll probably
Give yourself that space. You’ll emerge from the welcome.
cocoon to spread your wings when Jupiter enters
Sagittarius for 13 months in November. FAMILY & FRIENDS
Energy vampires, begone! With Jupiter in your
MONEY & CAREER twelfth house of hidden agendas, “user-friendly”
You’ve grown up so much, Sag, thanks to types will be exposed. Cut those codependent
maturity-planet Saturn’s three-year visit to your cords and get relationships back on healthy
sign from 2014 to 2017. Now, frugal Saturn is ground…or move on. Four eclipses this year
bringing structure to your finance sector, pushing bring new opportunities for friendship, travel
you to budget and prioritize long-term security. and learning, so stay open to new people and
Build that nest egg, Sag! You may need to live experiences. Your mother or a female relative
leaner, but your sensible approach will pay off could be a healing force from May through
over time. An exciting joint venture or unexpected August, as Jupiter forms a golden trine to
windfall could arrive at the July 12 Cancer solar compassionate Neptune in your maternal fourth
eclipse, which illuminates your wealth sector. In house. Bonds deepen with women and children
2018, there are also two full moons in Cancer, and you may be inspired to learn more about
on January 1 and December 22, which could your own lineage. u
bookend your year with bountiful bonuses.
SAGITTARIUS Horoscope
Power Dates for
Sagittarius
SAGITTARIUS NEW MOON
December 7
SAGITTARIUS FULL MOON

May 29
SUN IN SAGITTARIUS
November 22–December 21
P
atience is a virtue, Sagittarius—but in some deep forgiveness or healing work. A grand
all honesty, it’s not one of yours. Well, plan may not gel as quickly as you hope, and that
take a deep breath, because 2018 has could surprise your make-it-happen sign. It’s a
a few lessons on “letting go” in store. time to slow down, breathe and work behind the
Your ruling planet, expansive Jupiter, will be in scenes. Your tendency as Jupiter’s child is to take
Scorpio until November 8, activating your twelfth on too much, then figure out how you’ll get it all
house of endings, surrender and healing. Jupiter done later. That strategy will lead you straight to
is wrapping up a long, 12-year trek around the burnout now.
zodiac, and it’s weary from the long journey. You
may be a little foggy and sleepy, too. When Jupiter enters Sagittarius on November 8,
you’ll have a golden window of opportunity that
This will be a year of transitions, and the shifts lasts until December 2, 2019. This new Jupiter
could demand emotional energy. You may do phase will jump-start a fresh 12-year chapter of
your life. Until then, 2018 invites you to complete out ways to delegate a stressful workload. Getting
a phase that began all the way back on November more efficient will leave room in your schedule to
24, 2006, when Jupiter first set sail through your travel, explore new hobbies, develop friendships
sign. You’ve grown and changed so much, and or just enjoy a little unscheduled breathing room.
now you have a 13-month period to integrate Instead of filling up all the white space in your
that. Wipe the slate clean of anything that no calendar, keep some empty slots. The universe
longer serves you, Archer! You won’t want that could add fascinating plans and plot twists. Your
baggage weighing you down when Jupiter makes prescription for success in 2018? Leave room for
its homecoming at the end of this year. mystery and consistency. Less is more!
Some of the weight has already lifted, thankfully. Jupiter in Scorpio: A transitional
On December 19, 2017, somber Saturn ended a
time.
three-year trek through Sagittarius, after testing
your mettle for three whole years. Hallelujah and
amen! After this tough cycle, you’re stronger and Clear the decks, Sagittarius. Your cosmic overlord,
more self-assured than ever. But you weathered Jupiter, will spend the bulk of this year in Scorpio
your share of challenges and paid some serious and your twelfth house of rest, endings and
dues to get there. Luckily, Saturn only visits your healing. It’s a mystical and dreamy cycle that
sign every 29 years and it won’t be back until 2044. comes around every 12 years, and calls for a slower,
Exhale the drama, Sag. more introspective pace. You’re learning the fine
art of “surrender” in 2018. That would be lovely,
Now that you’ve graduated from Saturn’s boot except surrender is pretty much counterintuitive
camp, the ringed planet will bring shape and form to modern life and the human condition, which
to your finances. Taskmaster Saturn spends the compel us to control everything in our domain.
next three years in Capricorn and your second
house of work and money. While you may need As a result, you may feel out of sync with society,
to tighten your belt, you’ll also get smarter about watching people rush around as you wonder,
planning, budgeting and earning. Simplify your “What is it all for?” Or, you might do what’s typical
lifestyle and focus on a few key priorities, rather during this Jupiter phase: try to swim upstream
than keeping too many irons in the fires. and force an outcome…until you realize that it’s
futile. The universe has a bigger plan, and it’s not
But no need to make routine feel boring! Mid-May, going to reveal that on your timeline, thanks.
innovative Uranus will start an eight-year journey
through Taurus and your sixth house of health, But here’s the funny part, Sag. Once you stop
fitness and organization. You could hop aboard the struggling and opt to go with the flow, a sense
wellness wagon, diving into cutting-edge practices. of ease washes over you. As our friend (and
You might radically revamp your lifestyle or figure AstroStyle’s meditation expert) Terri Cole advises,
“When you feel like you’re drowning, flip over and With Jupiter in your sleepy twelfth house, you could
float.” The path of least resistance is the one to feel more tired than usual. Honor your body’s need
take now! for rest—and your mind’s, too! Jupiter was last in
Scorpio from October 25, 2005 until November
Needless to say, this is anything but normal for 23, 2006. Look back: Were you wrapping up one
your on-the-go, Type A sign. You’re accustomed chapter of your life in preparation for another?
to having a million irons in the fire, and way too You may see a theme of transitions or letting go.
much going on. You don’t wait for opportunity
to find you; you create it out of thin air, with an Jupiter’s 13-month visit is a time to take stock of
authoritative snap of your fingers. The things what you’ll bring into the next decade-plus of your
you accomplish singlehandedly in a day could be life. It’s like going through your closet and deciding
more than others get done in a year. And while what to toss or keep. The few timeless items will
that’s impressive, nobody ever won an award for stick around, and the rest has to go. It’s sad to
overachieving. (If they did, you’d have a few in release the memories or the hope you’ve invested.
your trophy case, no doubt.) But there are “moths” in those garments: grudges,
resentments, anger you’ve held onto for too long.
Sitting still is not the Sagittarius forte. But here’s Call it “divine decluttering”— soon enough, you
another way of looking at it: The universe has a won’t want any of your old stuff back. Clear out
big package of wisdom and insight to deliver. If the cobwebs and make room for new experiences
you’re too caught up in busy-ness, you won’t be to flow your way.
able to receive these gifts. View any slowdowns as
an opportunity, rather than impediment. Embrace Sagittarians are famous advice-givers, but this
the Taoist philosophy of wu wei—which translates year, you could find that you have more questions
to “doing by not doing.” This philosophy of non- than answers. Instead of freaking out, embrace
action will prevent you from filling the space with your sign’s philosophical nature and carve time
noise and nonsense. Silence will allow something to ponder your purpose. The twelfth house is
deeper to emerge. about receiving. Make yourself into an open
channel. Your inner guidance system is dialed up
Your best bet? Treat this transitional Jupiter cycle with Jupiter in your zone of spirituality and the
like a long retreat or sabbatical. Take it easy, go subconscious. You might need extra sleep at night,
with the flow and enjoy a creative or spiritual but your dreams could be rich and prophetic.
renaissance. For artists and healers, Jupiter in Keep a journal to record any nocturnal symbols
Scorpio can inspire some of your best work. Think or messages. You could also dabble in new healing
of yourself as being “in the studio” or a teacher treatments. Past-life regression therapy, energy
training. Invite the muse to hang out. Summon work, hypnosis—all things “woo woo” can be
your spirit guides. Ask those guardian angels for incredible tools for resetting the deeper realms
help and their handiwork will appear. of your mind. You could take up a meditation
practice or put some guided apps on your phone. one. Don’t rush to hoist them onto a pedestal,
though. Jupiter in your illusion-spinning twelfth
Traditional talk therapy can also help you process house could find you donning rose-colored glasses
lingering baggage. With the twelfth house’s or falling for a Svengali type. Cue the last Jupiter
emphasis on forgiveness, you may need to confront visit to Scorpio, when Sagittarius Katie Holmes
a painful chapter or deal with a loss. Some part of was swept away by a couch-jumping Tom Cruise.
your life may come to an end, and if you need (Lessons learned, right?) This phase can also bring
space to mourn, take it now. Even if it involved a karmic pregnancy. Indeed, the world has Jupiter
a tough decision that was ultimately for the best, in Scorpio to thank for the birth of Katie’s mini-
you still need to release any bottled-up emotions. me, Suri.
Let yourself have a healthy outlet so you don’t
turn to vices and self-sabotaging habits. For some Archers, Jupiter in the twelfth house of
endings could bring a long-overdue breakup, which
Spa time, anyone? With Jupiter in this nurturing will clear the way for a much better connection.
house, you’re encouraged to treat your body like a But there’s no skipping the healing process, which
temple. Even the scrappy Sags who can go months may involve self-reflection and inner work. The
without getting a mani-pedi or a massage could point here is to break a toxic pattern, not to
start racking up frequent customer points at the blindly repeat it with the next available candidate.
nail salon. Your mind-body-soul connection is (Romantic) history is doomed to repeat itself until
strong, and if you do experience any health issues you unearth the core issues.
this year, explore this link. The saying “as within,
so without” will ring true during this Jupiter phase. Workwise, you could be plenty busy, but this is
a time to disappear into the “lab” and perfect
Detox your diet, add gentle exercise to your daily your formula behind the scenes. Develop your
routine and prioritize wellbeing over stress. If ideas on the downlow, then plan a splashy launch
you have to say “no” to commitments so you can when Jupiter enters your sign for 13 months on
say “yes” to your vitality, don’t even think twice. November 8. Until then, hang out in the chrysalis
You come first. And you’ll probably need to be and let the caterpillar have time to develop into
reminded of that, as guilt-trips and codependent the butterfly you’ll become.
cords will be everywhere now. With eye-opening
Jupiter in this sacrificing zone, you’ll soon see who’s Is it time to assume the surrender pose? We all
on Team Sagittarius and who’s just in it for what have addictions—if not to alcohol, food and
you can do for them. Adios, energy vampires! You cigarettes, then certainly to the demands of
may do some housecleaning of your inner circle. modern life. Jupiter in Scorpio could be a fruitful
time for recovery, or to change habits that don’t
As for your love life? This year could bring a feed your soul. Spending time in nature, especially
soulmate—or at least, someone who seems like near water, can be rejuvenating this year. Take
time away from your screens when you can. If There will be moments when Jupiter in Scorpio
you’re guilty of “phubbing” (the buzzy term for tests your patience and even brings you to your
“phone snubbing”), tuck away gadgets when you’re knees. You’ll have to keep reminding yourself that
socializing, sharing a meal or enjoying a show. Not it’s temporary and transitional. It could be hard to
every moment of your life needs to be an Instagram keep the faith, but clarity is ahead. Sure, you may
story. Be here now. have a few dark nights of the soul as you wander
through the forest and wonder if you’ll emerge or
Healing could come to your home and family this just end up hopelessly lost. But some of your richest
May through August. In a rare alignment, Jupiter spiritual and emotional development can happen
will travel in a harmonious trine (120-degree angle), now.
with sacred Neptune, remaining in close contact
for these three months. Neptune is in Pisces and Remind yourself that you’re not alone. Allow
your domestic fourth house, and this cycle opens others to support you, from friends and family to
the emotional floodgates. You could heal your bond departed ancestors and your “guides.” Maybe, just
with a female relative, possibly your mother. You maybe, somebody else has a better plan for once,
might grow closer by being vulnerable and leaning Sag. Invite their contributions. You don’t have to do
on each other for support. This phase may herald a this all alone!
pregnancy, a move or a changing cast of characters
under your roof. Jupiter in Sagittarius: Total life
reboot!
You could also to revamp your décor. Add more
spiritual touches: a meditation room or an altar,
bohemian accents, whatever puts you in a cozy and Out of the darkness and into the light! You’ve earned
contemplative state of mind. Take a Marie Kondo an Olympic gold medal in self-awareness this year,
approach and get rid of anything that doesn’t and it’s time to collect your reward. On November
“spark joy.” If it’s in good condition, cart it off to 8, Jupiter will make its long-awaited homecoming
the donation center so it can become someone to Sagittarius, staying all the way until December
else’s treasure. 2019. This Jupiter phase will kick off a brand-new
12-year chapter of your life—exciting!—and bring
Jupiter rules education and travel, and some Sags fresh experiences your way.
will study a healing modality or join a spiritual
center. There’s no better year for a wellness retreat, Has life in 2018 been an uphill battle—or just a lot
preferably near water—maybe with the addition of of “hurry up and wait”? Fasten your seatbelt, Sag,
a service trip where you go help a community in because it’s action time. The energy will shift from
need. With nomadic Neptune involved, you might potential to kinetic as Jupiter barrels into your first
rent out your home and go travel the world or see house of fresh starts, risk-taking and initiative.
long-lost friends and relatives. While you may have felt damn near invisible all
“Has life in 2018 been an uphill battle—or just a lot of ‘hurry up

and wait’? Fasten your seatbelt, Sag, because it’s action time. The
energy will shift from potential to kinetic as Jupiter barrels into
your first house of fresh starts, risk-taking and initiative.”
year, the glaring spotlight will suddenly follow you Don’t pressure yourself to figure it all out. As
everywhere. Use it to your advantage and get the J.R.R. Tolkien wrote, “Not all who wander are
word out for a solo venture or big initiative. lost.” Turn to a fresh page and set some bigger-
than-ever intentions. Or, make a resolution to start
If you weathered tough times, it may be hard to crossing big items off your bucket list. Then stride
trust that things are really changing for the better. confidently into 2019, with the wind (finally) at
They are, Sag. We know that Jupiter may have your back.
dragged you, but there were important lessons
to learn. The sooner you can shake off a passive Saturn in Capricorn: Building a
or “victim” mindset, the better. While Jupiter in financial foundation.
Scorpio was about allowing and surrendering,
Jupiter in Sagittarius does an empowered 180
turnabout. Get back into your make-it-happen Free at last! You carried the shackles of Saturn,
mode, which is what Archers do best! Leave your the planet of discipline, maturity and tough
troubles in the rearview. You’re the zodiac’s luckiest lessons, from December 2014 to December 2017.
sign, after all, so go make up for any lost time. The ringed taskmaster was visiting your sign, a
cycle that happens only once every 29 years. We
Soon enough, the sacrifices and struggles you won’t lie: It was a bit of a butt-kicker. Structured
weathered could make sense. They’ll also pay Saturn swept through to take inventory of your
off handsomely. If you’ve been hatching a grand life, identifying the weak spots and spotting flaws
plan behind the scenes, Jupiter in Sagittarius is in the foundation. You may have done a total
the perfect time for a buzzworthy launch or a big teardown and rebuild, reinventing part of your life
reveal. The time you spent nurturing this from seed from the ground up.
to fruit was well worth it. As the calendar turns,
you could feel flooded with hope and optimism. Saturn in Sagittarius brought extreme lessons
And it won’t take long before you’re hatching big in “adulting,” which aren’t always easy for your
plans for the next major chapter of your life. sign. Some Sagittarians we know got divorced or
broke up with longtime partners. A few lost jobs or
Not sure what’s next? Allow yourself to experiment weathered the death of a loved one, which forced
with novel ideas and fresh opportunities this year. them to grow up. Others (ourselves included)
became homeowners for the first time. In some Rolls-Royces. But few people know how many
way, the creation of Sagittarius 2.0 demanded years Khaled, the son of Palestinian immigrants,
that you rise to new levels of responsibility and worked his way up to that place. Saturn demands
leadership. The good news? Saturn won’t be back sweat equity and relentless hustle before you can
in Sagittarius until 2044, so you can apply all the enjoy its spoils.
self-knowledge you’ve gained to the next 24 years
of your life! That said, how big is your carbon footprint? If it’s
approaching Yeti proportions (or just has one too
The next three years are about building and many pair of designer sneakers), maybe it’s time to
slow, steady growth. Saturn is in Capricorn until tone it down for the survival of our species’ sake.
December 2020, lending its auditor’s eye to your With Saturn in your discerning second house, you
second house of work, money and self-worth. You might actually prefer to have fewer possessions.
could shift into a new job or take an upgraded Lighten your load and invest in items of quiet
approach to your career. What’s needed for you quality—or even better, rich experiences that will
to move to the next level? If you’re a DIY type of stay with you for a lifetime.
Sag, as many are, you might learn management
skills. Now is a better time to outsource to qualified At work, prepare to pay some dues—and keep
people instead of being overly hands-on. Saturn the long game in mind. What’s the bigger reason
rules experts and mentors and this is an excellent for all your sacrifices? You might embrace a
cycle for training. Invest in credentials that will short-term austerity plan if it allows you to save
position you for a better paygrade and title. Take for something major, such as a downpayment on
your time. This is a marathon, not a sprint. a home.
With restrictive Saturn balancing the budget, you Saturn’s last visit to Capricorn was from 1988 to
may need to tighten that Balmain belt and scale 1991, and if you can remember back that far, you
back on expenses. Trim your living costs and be might see similar themes emerge. This time, Saturn
discerning with your splurges. This is a time where will travel alongside transformational Pluto, which
“less is more,” so rather than fritter your funds is in Capricorn from 2008 to 2024. For the last
away on material purchases, start building a nest decade, Pluto has been making a slow, seismic
egg. You could surprise yourself by prioritizing shift to your values and work ethic. You may have
security over indulgence. adopted a more metaphysical approach to money.
Pluto rules the unconscious and our “shadow
Nothing wrong with being a mogul and enjoying sides.” You’ve excavated your own limiting beliefs
earthly delights, like Sagittarius DJ Khaled, the around abundance and shifted your relationship
hip-hop producer whose “major keys” persona to power. Now, Saturn helps you do the hard work
won him a massive Snapchat following and of overcoming those blocks—and getting paid!
an equally sizeable collection of sneakers and
With mystical Pluto and tangible Saturn both burdened and, well, anything but free! “I’ll just
here, you could quickly put your new “prosperity do it myself ” is your famous line. But it creates a
consciousness” into action. Brush up on the Law of Catch-22: You may get to do things your way, but
Attraction and download a copy of Esther and Jerry you end up tethered to a zillion obligations. Talk
Hicks’ Ask and It Is Given. Check out the work of about defeating the purpose!
Napoleon Hill and his classic book Think and Grow
Rich. Pluto is the sign of karma, a reminder that you Uranus is impulsive, mercurial and unpredictable.
can’t take it with you. Look for ways you can make The sixth house is orderly, and wants us to do things
a difference with your time, money and resources in a systematic and measured way. Yep, they’re
by giving back or reinvesting in world-bettering pretty much polar opposites. This eight-year Uranus
ventures. A microloan to a woman entrepreneur or transit could present an existential dilemma for your
funds sent to a girls’ school in a developing country adventurous sign. The challenge is to strike a balance
could have a huge ripple effect. between spontaneity and security. You’ll need
enough planning to keep your life from becoming
Uranus in Taurus: Refresh your total chaos, but not so much that your routine feels
routines. stifling or mind-numbingly predictable.
May 15, 2018–April 26, 2026
One way you can succeed is by learning to delegate.
Sitting still has never really been your thing, That alone would be a revolution for your sign, Sag.
Sagittarius. Your nervous energy could ratchet up And once you let go, you may feel sweet relief ! Start
a few notches this spring, pushing you to find an by defining the duties that feel oppressive or don’t
outlet for stress. On May 15, a new eight-year cycle make the best use of your talents. Then hire people,
begins that will reform your approach to health, train a team, get an intern—whatever it takes. This
fitness and daily tasks. Radical Uranus will enter exercise could create a temporary upset, because
Taurus until April 26, 2026, activating your sixth you may realize that you’re wildly unhappy in
house of wellness and work. Stifling routines— your current job or role. But Uranus can help you
or a blatant lack of structure—could topple your invent a position that gives you both flexibility and
operations like a house of cards, forcing you to financial security.
reinvent your schedules, processes and lifestyle.
Cutting-edge productivity tricks will get you far,
Before you panic, know that this is all in the name especially ones backed by neuroscience and peak
of progress. Uranus only visits each sign every performance studies. We love the work of Dr. Ron
84 years, so this is literally a once-in-a-lifetime Friedman (www.ignite80.com), who has identified
chance to revolutionize your habits and health. a huge gap between the modern workplace and
Sagittarians are a funny breed: As much as you current brain research. Fellow Sagittarius Marie
insist on having your freedom, you’re famous for Forleo (www.marieforleo.com) is another great
taking on way too much, which leaves you feeling resource, especially for aspiring Sag entrepreneurs.
“With nomadic Uranus stoking your wanderlust, you

might try a yoga and meditation retreat. Bonus points if
it’s paired with a service trip, since Uranus in the helpful
sixth house inspires you to be a changemaker.”
With Uranus in your health sector, your body is In some ways, this Uranus cycle will be a welcome
talking to you—and you’d be wise to listen. Stress relief. Since March 2011, the sideways-spinning
is linked to the majority of diseases, and those planet has been stirring up drama in Aries and
aches and pains are warning shots. This Uranus your passionate, expressive fifth house. Whew! Your
cycle can make you accident-prone, and you may love life may have gone through dramatic twists
manifest health challenges. This happens when and turns. Maybe you dabbled in unconventional
you stubbornly refuse to heed repeated signs that arrangements or dated multiple people. Since
you need to slow down. Working relentless hours the fifth house rules fertility, a pregnancy (or an
and piling pressure on yourself ? Multitasking like adoption) could have been life-changing. Other
a maniac? That’s a recipe for unnecessary mishaps Sags made the decision not to have children. This
that you simply don’t need. cycle also stoked your creativity, helping you put
your talents on display. You may have become
Adopt wise Ben Franklin’s saying that “an ounce “Internet famous” (and maybe notorious—eek!) or
of prevention is worth a pound of cure.” Even if the vocal champion of a cause.
you’re in perfect health, don’t take it for granted
now. Helpful gadgets and life-hacking tricks can Uranus will be retrograde from August 7, 2018
keep you glowing. Invest in that pricey Vitamix until January 6, 2019; and on November 6 of this
blender if it means you can easily prep healthy year it will back into Aries for one last hurrah. Your
recipes in minutes, freezing them for a week’s worth love life or an artistic venture could go through
of nourishing meals. Stream workouts online: one final round of overhauls. On March 7, 2019,
There’s no shortage of HIIT sequences that last Uranus will settle into Taurus for a long run. Time
five to 15 minutes. You can pretty much do those to get busy, Sag!
squats, lunges and planks anywhere, Sag.
Eclipses in Leo & Aquarius: Hear ye,
With nomadic Uranus stoking your wanderlust, you hear ye!
might try a yoga and meditation retreat. Bonus points
if it’s paired with a service trip, since Uranus in the
helpful sixth house inspires you to be a changemaker. Speak up, Sag! Not that your effusive sign needs to
be encouraged to do that. Four of this year’s five
eclipses will ignite your communication sectors,
fueling you with ideas, inspiration and even a relationship with a sibling, cousin or neighbor could
motivating message for the world. be part of events now. You might make a dynamic
duo official by teaming up on a project. Or, you
These game-changing eclipses are part of a series could suddenly split from a longtime collaborator
that’s falling on the Leo/Aquarius axis from and go your separate ways.
February 2017 to January 2019, which will shift
everything from the way you present your ideas Cancer Solar Eclipse: Intimacy and
to your mindset. You’re hungry for information wealth.
and insight, and eager to share what you learn.
July 12
In 2018, your voice could be a vital addition to
the dialogue, both locally and globally. Sagittarius Merging time? On July 12, a partial solar (new
rules publishing, and you could see your name in moon) eclipse falls in Cancer and your eighth
print or your byline in pixels. house of intimacy, shared finances and joint
ventures. Eclipses bring unexpected news designed
In January and August, eclipses in Leo will to wake us up and inspire big shifts. An unexpected
sweep through your ninth house of travel, windfall could land in your lap, perhaps through
entrepreneurship and higher learning. You could an investment, real estate or an inheritance. You
suddenly return to school, start a business venture may get serious about your long-term finances,
or connect with a kindred spirit across cultures and learning how to make your money work harder
geography. Diversity could become an important for you. This is the kickoff of a two-year eclipse
platform or part of your mission. You could lock series on the Cancer/Capricorn axis that will
in a long-distance client or take a dream vacation. reform the way you spend, save and invest. You
But since eclipses bring surprise events, plans may buy or sell property between now and July
might be spontaneous and swift. For example, 2020, or you could change jobs. Some Archers will
maybe you score a last-minute fare alert to your marry, divorce or have children, as these eclipses
dream destination that’s too good to pass up. Don’t push you to combine your energies and resources
overthink it—just go! (Luckily, most Sags don’t need in lasting ways. The major shifts will happen
to be convinced of these things.) in 2019 and 2020, but this year’s lunation is an
eye-opening look at the “ride-or-die” members
The Aquarius eclipses of February and July touch of Team Sagittarius. Do they have your back as
your third house of local activity, communication much as you have theirs? A soulmate figure could
and kindred spirits, bringing powerful conversations enter your life near this year’s eclipse. You may
that could turn the tides. Writing, teaching, social have sexual and emotional chemistry, or they
media and marketing—the eclipses energize all might open doors to a new level of prosperity. A
the outlets you could use to spread a message. spiritual awakening is also possible. u
Learning is emphasized. You might sign up for a
training workshop or webinar to boost your skills. A
SAGITTARIUS 2018 HOTSPOTS
SAGITTARIUS: HOTSPOTS BY MONTH

January: Love Hotspots Archers should aim their arrows close to home,
as the love planet brightens prospects for meeting
January 1: Cancer full moon (supermoon) someone locally. Couples will have more fun than
The year’s first full moon is in your eighth house usual socializing together. Why wait for Valentine’s
of permabonding, shining a spotlight on one Day to plan your epic dates?
special relationship and getting the year off to an
intense start. If you’re on the fence, consider how January 26-March 17: Mars in Sagittarius
can you get more in sync—emotionally, sexually or When passionate Mars blasts into Sagittarius after a
financially. Perhaps it’s simply a lifestyle restructuring sleepy month, your mojo returns with a vengeance.
you crave. Identify any weak spots and resolve to Baggage begone! You’re ready to travel light and
strengthen them. Single? Make a goal of being more start writing an adventurous new chapter. Sexy,
emotionally open and vulnerable this year, instead swaggering Mars only visits your sign every two
of trying to prove how strong and capable you are years, gifting you with confidence and charisma.
(something that everyone else is keenly aware of). You’ll turn heads without even trying.
January 9: Venus-Pluto meetup

Old fears or limiting beliefs could trip you up
today, as transformational Pluto merges with the January 1: Cancer full moon (supermoon)
love planet in your security sector. There may be Show me the money! This game-changing full
some soul-baring talks (or sexy confessions!) on the moon in your eighth house of investments and joint
evening’s agenda. ventures could signal a big payday over the next
two weeks. You could explore real estate or find a
January 13: Venus-Uranus square way to earn passive income. A strategic partnership
Not so fast, Sag! Rash Uranus could seduce you into could heat up—and turn lucrative! Got debt? Set a
gambling some hard-won emotional security for a 2018 resolution to repay a loan or chip away at a
hot-and-heavy (but noncommittal) hookup. Be on hefty credit card bill.
guard for dramatic types who might be sending you
mixed messages. And careful about playing games January 6: Mercury-Uranus trine
with other people’s minds (and hearts) yourself. Express your boldest creative ideas! Articulate Mercury
in your sign forms a golden trine to innovator Uranus,
January 17-February 10: Venus in Aquarius giving you the floor. Captivate your audience with
Venus enters your communication house, a time your daring ideas and pioneering spirit. Don’t be
for sweet talk and perfecting your flirting. Single afraid to push the envelope a little…or a lot!
January 6: Mars-Jupiter meetup money paves a path toward prosperity. If you’re

Go-getter Mars joins forces with your ruler, job searching or seeking new income streams, start
adventurous Jupiter, giving you the guts to take a your quest in earnest. Make a practical plan for the
leap of faith. With both planets in your imaginative next six months and follow each action step.
twelfth house of release, you could put one of your
hidden talents on display. Or you might find the January 24: Mercury-Pluto meetup
courage to break free of a confining situation and Don’t wait—negotiate! This is an excellent day to
jump into the unknown—parachute optional! talk money or map out a strategic plan, as clever
Mercury and penetrating Pluto unite in your
January 9: Sun-Pluto meetup financial zone. You’ve got spot-on insight and
Good things come to the Sag who waits—but dialed-up powers of persuasion. Just don’t show
only as long as necessary. A career or financial your whole hand—hold back a little and tease ‘em
breakthrough could be imminent, so stay focused before making any big reveals.
on your target and don’t get diverted. When
negotiating, put on your poker face and shield your January 26-March 17: Mars in Sagittarius
cards. If necessary, bluff! This Sag is on fire! Mars, the motivated go-getter,
returns to your sign after two years. Starting now, you’ll
January 11-31: Mercury in Capricorn feel the inferno in your belly. Pursue your passions
Let’s talk money! Analytical Mercury zips into your relentlessly! But don’t be ruthless or bulldozing.
house of money and security for the next three weeks. Warrior Mars can make you come on extra-strong.
You’ll have the single-mindedness to map out a plan
and budget for your big ideas. With silver-tongued January 28: Mercury-Uranus square
Mercury on your side, you’ll ace any interview Are you arguing for argument’s sake, or do you
or salary negotiation. List your contributions and actually have a point here? Under this contrarian
qualifications. Be modest but confident. Your cosmic clash, everyone wants to be right. Don’t get
accomplishments will speak for themselves. roped into circular discussions with crazy-makers.
Identify your talking points (keeping it simple) and
January 12: Mercury-Saturn meetup stick to them. Try the “broken record technique”
Mercury teams up with structured Saturn in your with anyone who tries to get a rise out of you. And
money zone, helping you really drill down your when you repeat your position, do so with authority.
budget and plans. If you’ve got to tighten your belt,
austere Saturn can help. Your sign loves instant January 31-February 17: Mercury in Aquarius
gratification, but today’s stars call for self-restraint. Eloquent Mercury in your third house of
communication ignites inspired dialogues and
January 16: Capricorn new moon exchanges. The third house also rules local activity,
Set your intentions for abundance! The year’s and during this jaunty transit, you might be inspired
only new moon in your second house of work and to team up on a project that benefits the folks in your
neighborhood. Pitches, brainstorming and team- February 17: Mars-Neptune square

building meetings could inspire “eureka” moments. Sure, this person’s spiel sounds good, but have they
got the goods to back it up? If you’re considering
January 31: Leo full moon (total lunar a romantic involvement, get to know them better
eclipse & supermoon) before diving into the deep end. It could be a long
Dreams can come true under the spell of this swim back to shore.
transformational lunar eclipse—which also
happens to be a “blue moon” since it’s the second February 17-March 6: Mercury in Pisces
full moon this month. Falling in your ninth When Mercury lopes into your emo fourth house
house of travel, adventure, entrepreneurship and you won’t be able to pull off the tough-as-nails act.
education, it could mark a turning point in your Lower your fortress walls and lead with your softer
trajectory. It’s time to embrace your visionary side side. Pillow talk could take a “so where’s this going?”
and take a big leap forward. Thanks to a supportive turn. Committed couples could talk babies, moving
trine from indie-spirited Uranus, you’re ready to in together or meeting each other’s families.
blaze your own trail.
This is one of the most romantic moments of the
February: Love Hotspots year, if you can let yourself be vulnerable. With
February 4: Venus-Jupiter square these two super-sensitive planets intertwined in your
Think twice before you jump into a game of “true touchy-feely fourth house, fight your reflex to use
confessions” or admit an attraction to someone you humor as an emotional shield. How would it feel
aren’t 100 percent sure about. While it’s nice to wear to be completely open and trusting? With mystical
your heart on your sleeve, you could overwhelm the Neptune involved, it’s a potent day for manifesting.
other person. Or, you’ll get tangled in something Whether single or attached, visualize yourself in a
more serious than you want. loving, fulfilling relationship—then ask the universe
to work its magic.
You’ll catch an acute case of the feels when tender February 25: Venus-Mars square
Venus swings into your sentimental fourth house. Part of you is happy to make sacrifices in the
Couples may feel inclined to move in together, name of love, but you’re also wondering if those
expand the family or buy a home. Single? Shake sacrifices are worth it. With the love planets
things up energetically by getting a healing clashing, you won’t be able to repress the strong
treatment. Play around with Feng Shui principles in feelings that are welling up inside you. Do speak
your bedroom to attract more love. Listen up when your mind, but watch that fiery delivery. You may
a female relative or BFF offers you sage advice. have a legit gripe, but you just might be taking
This lady knows what she’s talking about! things too personally.
February 25: Mercury-Neptune meetup your third house of communication jump-starts

Is it intuition…or just your imagination? With mental brainstorming sessions and fruitful dialogues.
Mercury and foggy Neptune aligned in your sensitive Ideas sparked now will unfold over the coming six
fourth house, don’t be too quick to act on a feeling months. Explore promising synergies with people
or trust your gut. This compassionate conjunction whose skills dovetail with yours. Today also begins
does make it a good day to express sweet sentiments. the Year of the Dog, a loyal and social energy that
Tell someone how much you appreciate them, and will help you attract kindred spirits!
don’t be afraid to get misty-eyed. You could have a
“Hallmark moment” or two today. Aww! February 17: Mars-Neptune square
Your intuition usually steers you in the right
February: Career Hotspots direction, but as impulsive Mars in Sagittarius
clashes with gullible Neptune, you’re easily swayed
February 10: Sun-Jupiter square by emotion. Don’t let someone tug so hard on your
There’s a lot of big talk in the air, but how much heartstrings that you abandon logic. Stay on guard
of it is grounded in reality? Today you’ll need to for distractions, especially from family or friends in
read between the lines—and interpret people’s need. Answering their S.O.S. calls could mean your
body language—because their words and actions goals get sidelined. If that will lead to frustration
aren’t meshing. Don’t ignore a red flag or dismiss and resentment, it’s okay to say no.
that nagging gut feeling. Ask all the questions you
need in order to get a straight answer. And if clear February 25: Mercury-Neptune meetup
responses aren’t forthcoming, you can be pretty Mercury’s rep as the cerebral, analytical planet
sure this person is bluffing. Next! could get tarnished today, as it merges with foggy
Neptune in your emo fourth house. Your heart
February 13: Mercury-Jupiter square will overpower your common sense, and you could
Are you sure you can verify that? Stop before you’re make a decision that’s not “logical.” That doesn’t
guilty of spreading “alternative facts” or making mean it’s wrong—but make sure it’s reversible
hazy promises. Be careful what you believe yourself, before you commit, just in case.
as you could be susceptible to a slick sales pitch.
These fast-talking planets are muddling messages February 28: Mercury-Mars square
and making everything sound a little too good to be Impatient much? Your brusque manner could
true. Don’t believe the hype! make you come across as rude—or worse, hurt
a colleague’s tender feelings. You’re on a mission
February 15: Aquarius new moon (partial to get things done, but that can’t happen at the
solar eclipse) expense of human kindness and compassion. That
Chinese Year of the Dog said, don’t get distracted with personal chitchat.
Start the talks! The year’s only new moon in Save that for a coffee break or lunch, and buckle
down beforehand!
March: Love Hotspots house for an extra-long stay (because Mercury goes
retrograde this month), you’ll be primed for some
March 1: Venus-Jupiter trine erotic escapades. But you won’t get exactly what
When these two “benefic” planets align, it could you want if you don’t let people know what that is!
blow your heart wide open. Today, with Jupiter in
your intuition zone and Venus in tender Pisces and March 11: Mars-Uranus trine
your sentimental sector, you could have a deep and With the action planet in your sign pinging
bonding moment with your amour. If you’re single, unpredictable Uranus in your romance realm, you’ll
you’ll feel ready to put yourself out there and call in be sending out sexy sparks. People will pick up on
someone with soulmate potential. those signals, Sag! Both of these rash planets are
infamous for leaping without looking. And their
March 4: Sun-Neptune meetup combined firepower, while crazily combustible,
Under this mushball of a mashup, you’re feeling could potentially get you burned. You’re going to do
dreamy and sentimental. This cosmic coupling also what you want, but don’t say we didn’t warn you.
encourages household beautification projects. Create
an inspiring environment that puts you in the mood March 13: Venus-Saturn square
for closeness. How about setting up a meditation Romantic Venus in your amorous fifth house can
area? If you can connect deeply to your desires, start a sexy buzz all by herself. But today, her
you’re halfway to manifesting them! Channel your face-off with restrictive Saturn is a real buzzkill.
emotions into crystal-clear visualizations, right down Sigh. Of course you’re aware of all the practical
to how you would like to feel in your relationship. considerations of getting involved with someone.
But not everything has to have long-term potential
March 4: Mercury-Venus meetup to make it worth exploring—does it? Today, caution
This merger of expressive Mercury and affectionate may win out over chemistry.
Venus in touchy-feely Pisces helps you communicate
deep, hard-to-articulate sentiments. Don’t think; March 13: Sun-Jupiter trine
only connect! You may surprise yourself with your eagerness to
take an emotional risk and share from the heart.
March 6-31: Venus in Aries But with the Sun and your ruler, confident Jupiter,
When vixen Venus kicks off her annual visit to your in cahoots, you’re feeling like it’s not only “safe” to
romance and passion zone, you’re encouraged to let let yourself be a little vulnerable, but that it could
your flirty, fun-loving side out to play and not worry potentially deepen your connection to someone.
if people think you’re “too much.” You are—and
that’s what makes you so irresistible! March 17: Pisces new moon
Your inner foundations are reinvigorated by this
March 6-May 13: Mercury in Aries once-a-year new moon that lands in sensitive Pisces
When the messenger planet zips into your flirty fifth and your fourth house of home and roots. What
sweeping changes in your domestic life would you little and see what the other person does. It’s not a
like to make in the coming six months? Maybe you’d bad idea to let people earn your allegiance before
like to move, expand your family or indulge in more you just hand it over.
self-care. Write down your intentions. Then, take
steps to make your dreams a reality! March 31-April 24: Venus in Taurus
When vivacious Venus swoops into your wellness
March 17-May 16: Mars in Capricorn corner, you could feel more grounded in love.
Spicy Mars motors through your second house Shared goals—and health-oriented pursuits—will
of money and stability, ramping up your drive for bring couples closer.
security. Even the most free-spirited Sags will need
to know “where this is going.” Easy on the pressure!
At the same time, if you’ve been putting up with
subpar treatment, assertive Mars helps you stand March 1: Virgo full moon
up for your worth. This is a good time to go a little Is that a boat with your name on it that we spy
more upscale with your dating habits. Scrap the on the horizon, Sag? ‘Cause from where we’re
corner dive bar for the posh hotel lounge scene or a standing, it sure looks like your ship is coming in!
chef ’s tasting menu. The year’s only full moon in pragmatic Virgo and
your professional tenth house could bring a career
March 22-April 15: Mercury retrograde in coup. The message: Don’t rest on your laurels or
Aries wait for someone to “invite” you to advance. Seize
Love interrupted…or resumed? Starting today, the moment to step into a leadership role—and
the messenger planet spins into reverse in your your true power!
romance sector. Mercury’s backspin could pull the
emergency brake on a runaway train. It might also March 2: Mercury-Jupiter trine
stall a relationship that was trucking along nicely You won’t need notes or a “cheat sheet” to advocate
(or so you thought). This cosmic about-face could for your ideas today. With expressive Mercury
herald the return of a former flame, which could be aligned with confident Jupiter in your intuition
a sweet reunion—or another round of drama and zone, you can trust that the right words will form
head trips. Proceed with caution! in your mouth if you speak from your heart. You
could rally a squadron of inspired supporters eager
March 23: Venus-Pluto square to champion your cause.
Damned if you do, damned if you don’t? This is an
uneasy planetary mashup. Lusty Venus makes you March 6-May 13: Mercury in Aries
eager to follow up on an attraction. But a warning Hello, brand evangelist! Communicator Mercury
flag from dubious Pluto flashes an intuitive warning makes an extended trip through your fearless fifth
and urges you to slow your roll. While you want to house, helping you express yourself with passion and
be an open book, maybe it’s “safer” to hold back a
enthusiasm. This playful transit is great for creative dramatic fifth house, egos could run amok. Dodge
visualization and artistic ventures. Just choose your the divas and keep your own internal monologue to
words carefully when Mercury turns retrograde a dull roar. This is a good time to return to a back-
from March 22 to April 15. Use that time to refine burnered creative project.
your ideas before making a splashy presentation.
March 24: Sun-Mars square
March 11: Mercury-Saturn square Stand your ground, but know when it makes sense
This is no time to “fake it till you make it.” Bolster your to compromise. If you’re prepared for today’s
ideas with facts and figures, budgets and timelines. If almost inevitable battle of wills—with a business
you’re hoping to sway a decisionmaker, turn down partner or colleague—you might be able to muster
the charm and present a solid case for your plan. the restraint needed to keep things from getting
ugly. Tip: Speak less and smile more.
Zero to 60! With volatile Uranus and passionate March 29: Sun-Saturn square
Mars in a fast-acting trine, excitement will build Stand back from the soapbox! No one’s going to be
quickly—but it could fizzle just as fast. Emotions in the mood for your “preaching” today—not even
might get heated, and there may be a few big egos the choir. People are digging in their heels and likely
to navigate around. Hold a brainstorming session to resist even your most sensible solutions. Is someone
with your favorite innovators while everyone is stirring up drama? Be the voice of reason, and prepare
bubbling with ideas. But good luck getting a word to defuse that instigator with a few choice words.
in edgewise!
March 31: Libra full moon
March 17-May 16: Mars in Capricorn Today, it really is about who you know! A group
Ready, set, goal! The passionate planet heats effort could reach a turning point under this
up the action in your second house of work and collaborative full moon. You might team up with
money. You’ve got a vision and a plan, and you’re a new crew that can take your ideas out to a wider
chomping at the bit to get it off the ground. While audience. A digital venture can advance to the next
this could certainly be the beginning of an exciting step—now, or over the coming six months. Find a
and profitable project, it can also bring loads stress, favorite social media platform and start spreading a
so have a plan for dealing with that. world-bettering message.

Aries
Communicator Mercury turns retrograde, which April 2: Mars-Saturn meetup
can foil technology, travel and communication. Dive in or hold back? With speedy Mars hitting
With the quicksilver planet reversing through your gas and cautious Saturn simultaneously riding the
brake, you could get emotional whiplash! One slow honest communication. Put your inner control
step at a time could satisfy both urges—maybe. It freak in “time out” and ask your S.O. or new love
will be hard to make a decision today, much less find interest how they’re feeling about things. Find out
middle ground. Try taking a calculated emotional what their hopes are for the relationship. You could
risk that doesn’t overturn your hard-won security. be pleasantly surprised! But even if you’re not, the
Be confident, not arrogant. honesty could open up a productive dialogue.
April 7: Venus-Saturn trine April 17: Venus-Pluto trine

With romantic Venus in a supportive angle to You can tighten some loose screws in your
future-oriented Saturn, you may be inspired to talk relationship today, as romantic Venus gets a bear
about long-range plans with your mate. Single Sags hug from cathartic Pluto. Sweet talk is lovely, but
should take a purposeful step toward attracting a you’ll solidify your bond by being there for each
stable, sustainable love affair. other and acting with respect and kindness.
April 11: Venus-Mars trine April 24-May 19: Venus in Gemini

The cosmic lovebirds are singing a sweet love song This annual visit by the love planet to your
in complementary nests, bringing a grounding committed-partnership zone can bring harmony
touch to your personal life. Romantic fantasies to your union and make heavy conversations less
are great, but under this practical pairing, you’re daunting. Single? You could attract a soulmate
more concerned with strengthening your sense of type—or at least a fun and willing partner-in-crime.
security and connectedness. Simply being there for
each other is all the glue you need. April 29: Scorpio full moon
The year’s only full moon in your mysterious,
April 15: Aries new moon introspective twelfth house can inspire you to finally
Love gets a reboot as la luna starts writing a whole let go of an old grudge, toxic relationship or self-
new six-month romantic chapter. It starts by taking defeating dating pattern. You might want to work
a bold risk and daring to express your feelings. with a therapeutic professional to help you close the
Whether you’re single or coupled, vow to be more door on this for good!
authentic with everyone. Wearing your heart on
your sleeve will pave the way for real intimacy. The
fifth house rules fertility, and for some Archers, a
pregnancy is possible between now and the fall. April 1: Sun-Mercury meetup
Pick me! Pick me! Under this eager starmap,
April 17: Venus-Jupiter opposition you’re excited to share. You’ve got a booster shot
Enough with the loyalty tests and micromanaging! of confidence and charisma, so take the stage. Just
Either you trust someone or you don’t. If it’s the make sure you don’t interrupt or talk over people.
latter, the only way to rectify that is with direct and Remember to pass the talking stick!
April 2: Mars-Saturn meetup April 25: Mercury-Saturn square

Step on the gas or hit the brake? Impatient Mars Mindful Mercury and conservative Saturn lock
and cautious Saturn meet in your financial zone. into a follow-up square to the one that occurred on
You may experience some anxiety about money March 11, making it hard to get your point across.
today, or a demanding deadline could pile on the People will be stubborn and skeptical, and you could
pressure at work. Considering a pricey purchase find yourself working overtime to convince them.
or job change? Don’t rush into anything without With Mercury retrograde this time, you’re liable to
proper preparation and tons of research. encounter more objections than enthusiastic takers.
Use the feedback to polish your performance and
April 4: Mercury-Mars square plans. If you’ve only got one shot, pick another day
Money conversations could get heated under this to plead your case.
contentious cosmic alignment. Colleagues and
clients may be argumentative. Talking budget? April 26: Mars-Pluto meetup
While it’s fine to negotiate, beware the nickel-and- When these two strategic powerhouses pair up in
dimers. These high-maintenance hagglers will your work and money house, your secret weapon
always want more for less. Know your worth and will be waiting, observing and shrewdly striking
look for clients who see it, too. while the iron is hot. Stay calm and focused.
April 11: Sun-Pluto square April 29: Sun-Saturn trine

Old fears and limiting beliefs around money could Keep it short and simple and speak from the heart.
haunt you today. Before this old story consumes you, This is one of those days where bells and whistles
remind yourself that you’re a strong, powerful person won’t add anything. In fact, too many flourishes can
and not a victim. There’s always something you can distract people from your main talking points.
do to change your situation, even if it’s just shifting
your mindset. You could be blocking abundance by
focusing on drama instead of opportunity.
May: Love Hotspots
May 7: Venus-Neptune square
April 18: Sun-Uranus meetup Logic won’t trump emotion today, whether you’re
Trailblazer status: achieved! The charismatic Sun leaning too much on a partner for support or
and innovator Uranus unite in your self-expression struggling to cut the cord with a parent or authority
sector, setting you on fire. Share your out-of-the- figure. Talk it over with a friend who’s been through
box ideas and advocate for your beliefs, even if they something similar to see how they worked it out.
shock a few conservative types. Your powers of On the flip side, someone may be over-relying on
persuasion are strong today, so use ‘em or lose ‘em! you, causing you to feel smothered. Partners are
supposed to be equals, not each other’s life coach.
May 13: Mercury-Uranus meetup into doing anything (even listening), you might have
Changes to your love life? Communicator Mercury better luck just changing the subject.
meets up with radical Uranus in your romance
house. A flirtation could quickly escalate into a May 29-June 12: Mercury in Gemini
full-on fling. You might meet someone online who When the messenger planet beams into your
sets your mind awhirl with desires. But poof !— partnership house, you can restore the harmony in
the interest could fizzle just as fast. Enjoy the an important relationship that’s gotten a little out
sexy interchanges, but don’t start dreaming about of balance. Make sure you listen as much you talk,
“happily ever after” just yet. and when you do share your feelings, do so in “I”
terms, not the accusatory “you.”
May 19-June 13: Venus in Cancer
As the romance planet grooves through your erotic,
intimate eighth house for the next three weeks, take
time to sort through your mixed bag of emotions. May 7: Mercury-Pluto square
If you’re in a serious—or becoming-increasingly- Shade alert! Mouthy Mercury and caustic Pluto’s
serious—relationship, shut out the distractions to clash could ignite a power struggle. A war of words
give this the nurturing it needs and deserves! may erupt, and with secretive Pluto involved, it
might happen in a more covert way. Don’t take the
May 25: Jupiter-Neptune trine bait if someone trolls you online. Avoid the office
This is the second in a trio of trines (the first was gossips, and stay off snarky text chains. That catty
December 2, 2017; the third will be August 19). comment could be traced back to you.
During the rare alignment of these powerful
planets, you could be overcome by a deluge May 8: Sun-Jupiter opposition
of strong feelings and a wide-angled sense of This overly optimistic angle could tempt you to bite
compassion. This might signal a major life shift, off more than you can chew, or you might wind
like a new living situation, family changes or up feeling lost in the weeds because of too many
possibly a pregnancy. A female relative could play details. If something sounds reasonable yet you still
a role in this sequence of events, so reach out to have your doubts, don’t apologize for digging a little
one—or if she finds you, be sure to listen up! deeper. You may not be able to get to the bottom of
it today, but at least you’ve signaled your misgivings.
Today’s antagonistic energy could make it May 11: Sun-Pluto trine
frustratingly difficult to communicate with a loved This supportive angle activates your work and
one. Whether they’re covering their ears and money sectors. Devote some time to getting your
refusing to listen or you’re the one with “selective financial life in order. Pay bills, rectify your checking
hearing,” you need to find a way around the account, and investigate opportunities to increase
stalemate. Since you can’t strong-arm someone your earning potential.
May 13-29: Mercury in Taurus (an extra-long cycle because it turns retrograde
Over these next three weeks, you can get down to June 26), you’ll be rewarded for speaking up about
brass tasks on a work project by coming up with unfair or impractical work practices and asking for
a well-structured timeline, assigning duties and what you need.
allotting funds.
May 15: Taurus new moon Your grand ideas get a boost when you set them
This business-savvy new moon in your systematic to a budget, timeline and plan. A project could get
sixth house can bring about a big change you’ve the green light and, if you play your cards right, all
been hammering away at. Whether you’re rolling the funding you need. Come prepared with a well-
out a new process, hiring or firing new staff or crafted proposal and supporting materials. If you’ve
intentionally bringing a greater sense of “mission” been patiently awaiting an answer, gently follow
to your work, your diligent efforts will pay off over with a “hey, just seeing if you’re still interested and
the next six months. if there’s anything else you need” email or call.
May 15: Uranus in Taurus (until November 6) May 23: Mercury-Jupiter opposition
Work: reinvented! Innovator Uranus embarks on Something’s not adding up. An offer sounds too
a major eight-year journey in your sixth house of good to be true, or a project plan feels unrealistic
systems, fitness and helpful people. You’ll explore for the time and budget allotted. Be careful not to
new ways to delegate and get the job done more get emotionally blackmailed into doing someone
efficiently. This might mean getting involved in a else’s bidding. Watch how much you reveal to
cutting-edge “green” or wellness field, perhaps employees, especially those below you in the
one that relies on technology. Time to open that company hierarchy. Today, things you say can and
essential oil distributorship or do Skype sessions will be used against you.
with a business coach?
May 16: Mars-Uranus square When fearless Mars imparts its passion to the
Know-it-all alert! Arguments could get heated and confident Sun—both in highly expressive parts
petty, and those impassioned words can wound. of your chart—you’ll have an uncanny knack for
With these two rash planets butting heads, you’ve articulating exactly what everyone is thinking but
got zero impulse control when it comes to telling is too timid to say. Take a courageous step forward
people what you really think. Bite your tongue on one of your visionary or creative projects. Don’t
before you burn a bridge. avoid the spotlight if it happens to find you.
May 16-August 12: Mars in Aquarius May 25: Mercury-Pluto trine

When driven Mars blazes through your With messenger Mercury in a tango with
communication house for the next two months powerbroker Pluto, be prepared to pitch—and
“Hey, Archer! What huge personal goal, passion project

or new venture have you been dying to plunge into?
This once-a-year full moon in your sign is shining its
beams on you and handing you a live mic.”
close—your deal with the movers and shakers “lusting” after them. This can bring on a true soul
in your organization. Map out a plan for putting connection and make it easy to forgive and release
all of your big ideas into practical application. old pain.
Quicksilver Mercury will help you craft bullet
points (and talking points) to make this an easy sell. June 2: Venus-Neptune trine
Is it time to fuse your lives or express your affection
May 29: Sagittarius full moon in a more official way? When the love planet trysts
Hey, Archer! What huge personal goal, passion into a soulful trine with sensitive Neptune, you
project or new venture have you been dying to might be ready for a big-deal next step.
plunge into? This once-a-year full moon in your
sign is shining its beams on you and handing you June 5: Venus-Pluto opposition
a live mic. As the zodiac’s visionary, you know While you hate to be tied down, you can still feel
perfectly well that dreams do come true—so pick pretty jealous when someone else starts acting a little
your top one and put your prodigious Sagittarian too independent with you. Today’s edgy opposition
energy behind it for the win! could push your possessive buttons or lead you into a
power struggle that conflates into an all-consuming
May 29-June 12: Mercury in Gemini obsession. Consensual game-playing is one thing,
When verbally nimble Mercury swings into your but getting fixated on someone who doesn’t respect
commitments and contracts sector today, you’ll be you is not someplace you want to go.
in a unique position to negotiate a favorable deal for
yourself or Team Sag. The best part? The other side June 12-29: Mercury in Cancer
will walk away thinking they got the better terms! When the messenger planet cruises through your
intimate and erotic eighth house for the next few
June: Love Hotspots weeks, you might become an open book when
it comes to sharing your secrets or confessing
June 1: Venus-Jupiter trine hidden desires.
You’ll have the warm-fuzzies today, as this heart-
opening trine lights up the most emo parts of your June 13: Gemini new moon
chart. This isn’t about “liking” someone or even This once-a-year lunar lift begins a fresh chapter in
your personal book of love. Whether you’re looking to make sure that the object of your affection is
to make a fresh start or deepen your current bond, emotionally available. If your attempts at honesty
this new moon in your partnership zone will influence provoke pushback or passive-aggressive behavior,
events for the coming six months. Couples can that might be a clue worth paying attention to.
intensify their bond by setting shared goals. Single?
You could meet someone with long-term potential. June 26-August 27: Mars retrograde
The clearer you are about what you want, the better. Passionate Mars reverses direction in Aquarius
and your communication center, possibly bringing
an old flame or drama back into your world. On
June 13-July 9: Venus in Leo
August 12, it backflips into your security zone.
When the planet of romance trots into your ninth Couples may argue over money, or a friend could
house of expansion and global living, you’ll feel try to stir up conflict in your love life.
adventurous and ready to take a risk in love. Single
Sags might stumble into a long-distance or cross-
cultural relationship. Couples will enjoy taking, or June: Career Hotspots
at least planning, a trip together.
It’s a great day to negotiate! With articulate Mercury
and passionate Mars in your interpersonal zones—
Are things moving too fast? Your controlling side
and in articulate air signs—you could broker a
could show up if someone tries to pick up the
romantic pace today. You don’t want to be fenced in, promising partnership or get back in sync with
thank you! Your own anxieties may flare, especially a collaborator. Address any conflict directly but
if you blurt out too much to a love interest. Your diplomatically, and you’ll work this out together.
desire for adventure could clash with your duties,
leaving you stressed to the max. June 7: Sun-Neptune square
Don’t get your hopes up for logical conversations
June 21: Venus-Mars opposition today. Tempers could flare, and people will be
With the love planets at odds, you may feel out of susceptible to overreacting under this hair-trigger
sync and misunderstood. Attempts to talk things clash. With Neptune throwing shade at the
through could lead to arguments. A seductive suitor forthright Sun, someone might attempt to send you
might be saying all the right things—but can they on a guilt trip or emotionally blackmail you. Either
back those sweet words up with action? way, open and honest dialogue will prove elusive.
June 25: Venus-Jupiter square June 12-29: Mercury in Cancer

While taking a romantic risk can be exciting, too
Dive into a major project and screen out the
much of a gamble could leave you feeling insecure.
distractions! This short-but-intense cycle gives you
Even if you’re ready to take things further faster,
you don’t want to move so quickly that you lose laser-like powers of concentration. You can crack
your grip on the situation. Today, probe a little the code and sort things out on a micro level! The
coming few weeks are also good for dealing with June 29-September 5: Mercury in Leo
investments, real estate and long-term finances. The analytical planet is cruising through your
visionary ninth house, widening your viewfinder
June 13: Gemini new moon and inspiring some blue-sky thinking. While this
Make it official! A new moon in your seventh house is an excellent time for dialogue across the aisle
of partnerships and contracts could seal a big deal. and global initiatives, people (including you) could
While this process may take up to six months to make some outsized promises now. Take care not
unfold, promising alliances that are forged today to overshoot the mark or underestimate how long
could solidify by the end of the year. things will take to happen.

Pace yourself ! Go-getter Mars makes a two-month
July: Love Hotspots
backspin, first through Aquarius and your house July 9-August 6: Venus in Virgo
of communication, then into Capricorn and your When affectionate Venus swings into your future-
work and money zone from August 12 to 27. oriented tenth house, you’ll be attracted by serious
Tension could flare with colleagues, and arguments people who aren’t afraid of commitment. Your
might erupt. Beware a tendency to play devil’s greatest turn-on? Talking about your romantic
advocate or argue your point too aggressively. An goals and co-creating a life together.
unplanned expense could add stress in August, so
start a contingency fund just in case.
July 11: Venus-Uranus trine
You’re inspired to craft a future while also supporting
June 27: Sun-Saturn opposition
each other as individuals. Maybe you’ll start a
Money could be weighing heavily on your mind
business together or do volunteer work as a duo. A
under this daunting aspect. Debt or out-of-control
socially conscious suitor may steal your heart today,
living costs will be hard to ignore when the Sun
or you might meet someone unexpectedly through
faces off against responsible Saturn in your financial
a work-related function.
sector. Reconnect with your values and higher
sense of purpose. When you’re motivated by your
goals and not just a paycheck, things can start to
flow again. eclipse)
The year’s only new moon in your intimate and
June 28: Capricorn full moon emotionally intense eighth house can spark a strong
The year’s only full moon in future-oriented sexual connection. This eclipse can open the door
Capricorn and your work and money house could for a soulmate encounter or pave the way for a
signal a financial or career breakthrough. In the major next step—like cohabitation, engagement or
coming six months, you might also change jobs or a pregnancy.
find another revenue stream.
“Manifest abundance by invoking the Law of Attraction: Ask, believe,

receive. Support could flow from a number of different places today.
Some you know about, others may come as a surprise.”
July 14: Venus-Saturn trine abundance by invoking the Law of Attraction:
Security is sexy! Today, under a solidifying sync-up Ask, believe, receive. Support could flow from a
of stable Saturn and loving Venus, you can get on number of different places today. Some you know
firmer financial footing with your sweetie. Or—less about, others may come as a surprise. A relative or
romantic, yet still important—you could discuss ways anonymous angel investor could serendipitously
to reduce your monthly overhead. (Maybe it’s time to back your big plans.
move in together?) If money’s not an issue, splurge on
an upscale date someplace elegant and exclusive. July 5: Mercury-Mars opposition
Words said in anger are sure to bring regret—plus
July 24: Venus-Neptune opposition they could burn a bridge. Keep that fiery Sagittarius
Whose love life is it anyway? If your family is getting temper in check. Putting someone in their place
too involved in your relationship, say something! will feel good in the moment, but it might not be
Put up firmer boundaries and enforce them. If you the best idea in the long run.
and your S.O. aren’t seeing eye-to-eye, table the
subject for a less contentious day. July 9: Mercury-Jupiter square
With these know-it-all planets butting heads,
July 27: Venus-Pluto trine there could be a lot of hot air and half-truths
You’ll be eager to talk about important topics blowing around. Check the facts before you buy
today, perhaps involving money or your sense of someone’s compelling pitch or make sweeping
security. Open up and show more vulnerability. claims you can’t back up. This is not a good day
Single Archers could toy with the option of a for irrevocable decisions, as you’ll be unclear and
workplace romance. But how’s that going to go easily swayed by emotion.
over with the powers-that-be? It might be best if
you don’t mix business and pleasure—at least, not July 12: Sun-Pluto opposition
unless you’re sure the strong attraction is worth Watch for a clash of the titanic egos today. A
the risk of your livelihood. would-be big shot may try to throw their weight
around in an attempt to strong-arm or intimidate
July: Career Hotspots you. You know your worth, Sag, so stand up and
defend it!
July 5: Sun-Jupiter trine
Hard work isn’t the only path to prosperity. Today,
your mindset is the most powerful magnet. Manifest
July 12: Cancer new moon (partial solar July 27: Sun-Mars opposition
eclipse) With the ego-driven Sun and combative Mars
This once-a-year new moon in your zone of joint butting heads in your communication houses, you
ventures and long-term wealth can set the stage for could find yourself in a Twitter war or boardroom
a mutually profitable partnership. Don’t rush into blowout. This isn’t the best day to challenge a
anything. Rather, think this through carefully, as person in power or suggest that their ideas need
intentions you set and moves you make today will improvement. If you can’t do the false flattery thing
continue to bear fruit over the coming six months. (and let’s be honest, you’re not a ring-kisser), it’s
better to keep your opinions to yourself.
July 25: Sun-Uranus square
With the Sun in your visionary ninth house,
you’ve got your eye on a very large pie, but el Sol
is butting heads with unpredictable Uranus in August 6-September 9: Venus in Libra
your micromanagement zone. If you find yourself When the love planet invades your zone of
drowning in details, that’s a clear sign that you community, technology and friendship, sparks
need to delegate some of the smaller tasks and stay could fly with a platonic pal, colleague or someone
focused on the big picture. you meet online when you’re really not even trying.
Attached? You may enjoy socializing in a mixed
July 26-August 19: Mercury retrograde in Leo group instead of spending time locked in your
As the messenger planet backtracks through your couple bubble.
visionary ninth house, you need to tweak your
grand plans to make them sustainable. Technology August 7: Venus-Mars trine
might fail you at a critical moment. Make sure you Venus and Mars synchronize sweetly in the platonic
back up everything and print out hard copies of zones of your chart, potentially turning a friend into
your most important work! a lusty lover. You could meet someone promising
through mutual contacts or while hanging out
July 27: Aquarius full moon (total lunar casually. Online connections could ignite like wildfire,
eclipse) so check your accounts or take that plunge already!
The year’s only full moon in your communication
zone hands you the mic and invites you to speak August 9: Venus-Saturn square
loudly and clearly into it. Your message might affect Security or freedom? You’re torn between dueling
people in more personal ways than you realize, desires, as Venus in your liberated eleventh house
so don’t hold back. If you’ve been waiting for a clashes with structured Saturn in your stabilizing
decision, you could hear word. Eclipses illuminate second house. You can strike a balance, but it will
what’s hidden, and something unexpected can take effort—and compromise.
come to light, changing the course of events.
August 12-September 10: Mars in Capricorn August 26: Pisces full moon
Confidence crash? Assertive Mars backs into The year’s only full moon in your touchy-feely
Capricorn, remaining retrograde in your second fourth house signals surprising changes in your
house of work, money and self-worth until August lifestyle or domestic arrangements. If you’re ready
27. For the next couple weeks, job demands could to move in together or start a family, these next six
lead you to bring stress home. Don’t lash out at months could bring radical changes!
your love or spend every dinner venting about your
cutthroat colleagues. It will take discipline not to August 27: Mars retrograde ends
rant, but restrain yourself. Your partner is not your Ready-to-roll Mars in your security sector is playing
therapist. Financial stress could also disrupt your for keeps. A new or deepening relationship could
love life, but once Mars corrects course on the 27th, get serious fast, now that the action planet is blasting
things smooth out. While you still need to watch full speed ahead!
your spending, it wouldn’t hurt to treat your sweetie
to a decadent date night or a thoughtful gift. No
need to break the bank doing it. Sometimes, the August: Career Hotspots
best things in life are free—or at least, available for
an online discount?
System overload! Too much multitasking,
overanalyzing and controlling could lead to an
August 19: Jupiter-Neptune trine epic meltdown or power struggle. Stress might
This is the third in a trio of rare trines (the first was push you to the breaking point, where you’re
December 2, 2017; the second was May 25), and liable to snap at the closest person. Slow down and
in the most emotional parts of your chart, it could delegate before you blow!
unleash a deluge of desires. You may feel ready to
take a bold next step in a relationship or radically
August 6: Sun-Jupiter square
alter your living situation. A female mentor might
Ouch! Are you letting them get under your skin
play a key role in the day’s events, so stay open to
again? Although you’re an easy target for button-
what the wise women in your life have to say.
pushers today, try not to take their bait. Someone
could manipulate you with flattery just to get a foot
August 26: Venus-Pluto square in the door. Does this persona have an agenda, or
Should you dive in and try something new or hold are they sincerely a superfan?
back a bit? With Venus in your anything-goes
eleventh house, you feel daring and experimental. August 10: Mercury-Jupiter square
But shadowy Pluto warns against trusting too easily It’s a confusing day, one in which the line between
or assuming this is a no-strings fling. Before you know fact and opinion is blurry at best. You’re easily
it, one or both of you could be in over your heads! swept up in someone’s seductive sales pitch, even
though there’s nothing to back up those claims.
With Mercury retrograde, be extra careful not to
“The action planet gets back on track in your work and money
zone after a frustrating two-month retrograde, lighting a fire in
your belly. Roll up your sleeves and make up for lost time!”
believe everything you hear. While you’re at it, August 25: Sun-Saturn trine
don’t speak unless you’re 100 percent sure you Want to wow the masses? Lead with quiet authority
know what you’re really talking about! and present your most mature, dignified self in a
group setting today. Wild promises won’t score you
August 11: Leo new moon (partial solar any points, so put your ego aside. Be conservative
eclipse) and judicious with your professional moves.
Today’s solar eclipse lands in your boundless ninth
house of travel, publishing and entrepreneurship. August 27: Mars retrograde ends
Your big ideas and message could resonate with The action planet gets back on track in your work
a large audience. Over the coming six months, and money zone after a frustrating two-month
unpack your plans to go bigger and bolder, and retrograde, lighting a fire in your belly. Roll up your
don’t put limits on the possibilities. sleeves and make up for lost time!
August 12-September 10: Mars in Capricorn August 28: Mercury-Jupiter square

The red planet is blazing through your financial The same confounding Mercury-Jupiter clash
sector—but in reverse for the next couple weeks. You from August 10 comes back around today, making
may not get the traction you desire until August 27, it hard to distinguish between reality and fantasy.
when it corrects course. While the ambitious planet Exaggeration and overblown claims are everywhere.
can ramp up your revenue, its lingering retrograde This time, Mercury is no longer retrograde, so feel
could herald a large or unbudgeted expense. Try to free to request the supporting documentation you
keep costs to a minimum. If you must spend money, need to make an informed decision.
make sure it can bring a healthy ROI.
August 25: Sun-Uranus trine
You might need to scale back your ambitious plan September 8: Venus-Mars square
today, but that doesn’t mean you have to water Off and running? Not so fast. Even as lusty Mars
down your vision. With Uranus fist-bumping cranks up the heat on an attraction, Venus warns
the creative Sun, the magic formula might be you to evaluate someone’s long-term potential or
a combination of tried-and-true methods and at least consider the consequences of your actions.
visionary thinking.
September 9-October 31: Venus in Scorpio

Seductive Venus plunges into your twelfth house
of fantasy, compassion and illusion. You’ve got September 5-21: Mercury in Virgo
an extra-long time to pursue a secret attraction Slow and steady will carry you over the finish line,
or explore your fantasies, because Venus will go so roll up your sleeves and start mapping out an
retrograde on October 5. Because she’s lingering in action plan to get the job done. Mental Mercury
your healing twelfth house, it may be time to forgive blazes into analytical Virgo and your career corner
someone and let go with love. Careful about getting today, helping you to prioritize and screen out those
swept into anything that seems too good to be true. fun but energy-sapping distractions.
With Venus in this rosy-hued house, you can be
gullible or too quick to trust. September 7: Sun-Neptune opposition
Staying focused may prove a challenge under
September 10-November 15: Mars in today’s befuddling face-off between the ego-driven
Aquarius Sun and fantasy planet Neptune. Silence your
Tell us how you really feel! Spicy Mars returns phone, close all browser windows except the ones
for a second, retrograde-free trip through your you’re working on, and put your emotions on hold
communication house, inspiring you to express until evening. Let loved ones know you do have
your deepest needs and desires. Sparks could fly time for them—just not during business hours.
with a friend or someone you meet through social
activities. Like minds equal like hearts! Dynamic September 7: Mercury-Uranus trine
debate can turn up the heat during this spirited Stroke of genius: coming right up! As mental
cycle, but control the urge to be argumentative. Mercury and innovator Uranus blend their
superpowers, you could have a major breakthrough
September 12: Venus-Uranus opposition about how to get a big project done. A decisionmaker
Anger issues could flare under this unstable angle, might be wowed by your unconventional ideas. The
causing you to grasp onto the illusion of control over Internet loves you today, so get people buzzing with
your love life. Trying to micromanage events—or a thought-provoking post.
another person—will backfire, which is a reminder to
allow things to unfold naturally. Watch the tendency to September 9: Virgo new moon
criticize or project your issues onto a romantic partner. The year’s only new moon in your tenth house of
career ambition lights a bonfire in your belly and
September 24: Aries full moon prods you further along on your path. This is a time
Under this intoxicating full moon in your passionate to plant the seeds that can sprout into the things
fifth house, you could be overcome by strong you want to be working on in six months’ time. If
emotions. A simmering attraction may blow up into a you’re ready, you might start writing a brand-new
full-on affair. The candid Aries influence encourages professional chapter at any moment!
you to speak from the heart and not hold back.
September 10-November 15: Mars in Aquarius career corner, but Saturn in your grounded second
There’s no holding you back today as impassioned house asks, “How solid is your foundation?” Before
Mars in your communication corner gives your you go off and running on any large projects, you
words wings. Step up on your chosen platform need to get your own ducks in a row. You may have
and write, post or broadcast your ideas to the to go back to the drawing board. But if you stay
widest audience possible. With antagonistic humble and follow others’ good advice, you’ll come
Mars in the mix, be careful not to come across as up with something even more realistic.
forceful or argumentative.
September 27: Sun-Mars trine
September 11: Sun-Pluto trine Your charisma and cleverness shine in a group
This potent mashup gives you everything you setting. This is a great day to make a bold pitch or
need to accomplish a major goal—charisma, get your groundbreaking message out to the masses.
magnetism and enough persuasive power to sway Technology is highlighted: Film a live video or post
decision makers. If you’re calling the shots, use a blog that gets people buzzing.
your authority to green-light an initiative that could
improve the world, or your corner of it.
September 18: Mars-Uranus square October 5-November 16: Venus retrograde
Tempers explode, and angry words might fly as The romance planet embarks on a six-week
this alignment of two rash planets spurs you to say backspin that disrupts the harmony of your
things you may regret. If you can manage to catch personal life. During this time, you may feel adrift
yourself in the grips of a reaction, force yourself on the emotion ocean. Venus will retrograde
to take a breath or count to ten. You may need to through Scorpio and your twelfth house of closure
think fast, but you don’t want to risk losing your and deception until October 31. This period could
audience before you win their support. bring up trust issues and old resentments or lead
you into a clandestine affair. After that, Venus
September 21-October 9: Mercury in backflips into Libra, mucking up your friendships
Libra and attempts at online dating. Take a Tinder time-
Great minds sometimes think alike, but the real out and go meet people the old-fashioned way.
magic happens when divergent voices work together
to change the world. While expressive Mercury October 10: Venus-Mars square
whizzes through your collaboration and technology Part of you is craving more freedom, but another
zone, you can be part of a collective effort to do side is longing for increased security. The mixed
important, life-bettering work. signals you’re sending could confuse the heck out
of your love interest (or would-be prospects). Think
September 25: Sun-Saturn square your impulsive feelings through before you send a
You’ve got a beautiful vision with the Sun in your good one packing.
“Your desperate attempts to micromanage your love life will fall

flat, which is a good reason to quit trying! You may be reacting to
an old wound that has nothing to do with current time.”
October 31: Venus-Uranus opposition grows into something amazing over the coming six
Your desperate attempts to micromanage your months. You might be invited to join a crew working
love life will fall flat, which is a good reason to quit on an innovative digital project. Use your own
trying! You may be reacting to an old wound that social network to spread the word or crowdsource
has nothing to do with current time. Before you help for your big idea.
alienate someone who really cares about you, talk
this out with a trusted confidante or therapist. What October 9-October 31: Mercury in Scorpio
you don’t know can hurt you! Take your time! Mental Mercury slow-rides through
your creative and imaginative twelfth house for the
October 31-December 2: Venus in Libra rest of the month, making this a better time to let
When the love planet is spinning backward through things “marinate” than trying to force a decision.
your social eleventh house (until November 16), This phase is ideal for visualization, meditation and
don’t turn to a platonic pal for “that” kind of more flowy work instead of any left-brained tasks.
comfort. Respect the boundaries that exist, and
only fish in appropriate waters. Couples may October 10: Mercury-Uranus opposition
quarrel over petty things. Be the one who takes the Your candid sign is prone to foot-in-mouth
high road and refuses to engage. Group outings for syndrome, and today’s starmap could remove the
you and your love will help keep things fresh. last of the filters. Think—long and hard—before
you speak. An innocent comment could be taken
October: Career Hotspots the wrong way, so don’t go there if you don’t know
your audience intimately. Choose your battles
October 2: Mercury-Pluto square and don’t get roped into arguing with a troll or a
Sometimes you have to let democracy rule, Sag, triggering person.
even when you’re convinced your way is the better
approach. Bite your tongue, and be careful what October 12: Sun-Pluto square
does slip out today. If people are acting secretive, There’s only so much sucking up that you’re willing
don’t try to pry intel out of them! to do before your head explodes. Today, you might
start off by trying to make everyone happy, but the
October 8: Libra new moon second that compromises your mission or bottom
This once-a-year new moon in your teamwork zone line, you’re done. As your sign knows, you can’t buy
could be the first step in a collaborative effort that loyalty. And your integrity is never for sale.

Add a personal touch to everything you do today.
Take a minute to ask a colleague how their day is November 6-March 7: Uranus in Aries
going or share something you genuinely appreciate One last round of drama—or maybe necessary
about them. This caring atmosphere can also change? Unpredictable Uranus pays a final visit
help resolve any conflict. This might not be your to your fifth house of passion and self-expression.
most productive day ever, but you can certainly If you’ve forgotten to have fun or lost touch with
strengthen your bonds. your desire, the planetary provocateur could take
you for a nostalgic walk on the wild side. Just be
October 24: Taurus full moon careful how far you take it, especially if an old
The year’s only full moon in your organized sixth flame surfaces. The excitement might also stir up
house helps you streamline, systematize—and chaos. If a steady relationship has gone flat, this
delegate! Admit it, Bull: You’re tired to doing the lion’s retrograde can bring back the spontaneity.
share at work. This lunation may inspire you to finally
hire an outside service provider (or fire a slacker!). November 7: Scorpio new moon
Time is money, and you can’t afford to waste either. Let go to begin anew? A new moon in your house
of closure and transitions helps you gracefully
October 24: Sun-Uranus opposition end one chapter to make way for something new.
You might reach your limit today, as an oppositional Add more glamour and fantasy to your love life.
person pushes your buttons or tries to dump If you’re always in control, check out life in the
one thing too many on your desk. Two can play passenger seat. Sometimes it really isn’t better to
that game. Remember that “No” is a complete give than receive.
sentence—even if you have to practice it in the
bathroom mirror a few times! November 9: Venus-Mars trine
The cosmic lovebirds trade friendly fire in your
October 29: Mercury-Jupiter meetup communicative and social sectors. During this lusty
With super-sizer Jupiter bolstering the messenger alignment, sparks could fly with a platonic pal, or
planet in your twelfth house of transitions and you may have a rousing conversation with an online
healing, you can lovingly let go of an old grudge prospect. Attached? Let spicy dialogue be your
or bid adieu to a relationship that’s reached its aphrodisiac of choice.
expiration date. If you’re struggling to tell them
directly, write it down and burn it, and trust that November 15-December 31: Mars in Pisces
you’ll have energetically cut the cord. With passionate Mars marching through your cozy
domestic zone for the rest of the year, the holidays
can be sentimental and seductive. Fertile Mars in
this realm could bring news of a pregnancy.
November 16: Venus retrograde ends friend. “Going there,” even once, isn’t something
Delicate Venus corrects course after a six-week you can undo.
retrograde that began in early October, foiling
relationships and friendships. But the same day that
harmony starts to return, communicator Mercury
turns retrograde in Scorpio and your twelfth house November 8, 2018-December 2, 2019:
of unfinished business. Lingering resentments
might need some attention, and wounds may still
Come out and shine! Expansive Jupiter—your
need time to heal.
ruling planet—is in your sign until December 2,
2019, putting your solo goals on the fast track. This
November 19: Mars-Jupiter square could be one of your luckiest years in more than a
Are family members meddling in your affairs or decade, since Jupiter only visits here every 12 years.
offering unsolicited (and unappreciated) advice The next 13 months are perfect for exploring new
about your romantic choices? If your emotions possibilities, experimenting and taking risks.
aren’t being respected, today’s stars may spur you
to say something. It’s about time, Archer—but don’t
lash out in anger, which could happen as supersizer
Go-getter Mars spends the rest of the year in your
Jupiter adds fuel to Mars’ hair-trigger temper.
domestic and personal fourth house. You might be
bringing work home for the holidays or navigating
November 23: Gemini full moon family stress as you try to wrap up for the season.
Make it official—or move on? The full moon in your
committed-relationship house puts the spotlight on
one special person. For longtime couples, it’s a good
day to clear the air and get back in sync. If you’ve retrograde
been questioning your compatibility, this lunar lift The messenger planet makes its final pivot of the
helps you make a decision. Single? You could meet year—and this time, it’s retrograding through your
someone worthy of relinquishing your solo status or sign. As eager as you are to shift into fast-forward
be inspired to get back into the game. speed, you may need to press pause or even rewind.
Before you officially launch or make your big reveal,
take the time to go back to the drawing board and
give your ambitious plans a second look.
Watch your step today. This volatile clash of the
love planet and destabilizing Uranus can throw a
wrench into your love life. You want to trust your
Family friction may interfere with your big solo
friends’ opinions, but someone might be projecting
endeavor. Don’t let a demanding friend or relative
his or her issues onto your choices. Don’t blindly
encroach too far here. You want to be generous, but
act on chemistry that bubbles up with a platonic
“The year’s only full moon in your partnership house

can help carry your aspirational dreams to new heights.
Make a dynamic duo official and ink the deal.”
if you fall behind trying to save the day, you’ll only December 7: Mars-Neptune meetup
wind up frustrated and resentful. It’s a touchy-feely day, as sizzling Mars and
enchanting Neptune meet in your emotional
November 23: Gemini full moon fourth house. You might decide to exchange house
The year’s only full moon in your partnership keys, meet each other’s families or take some
house can help carry your aspirational dreams other big step this holiday season. Single? Tune
to new heights. Make a dynamic duo official and in to your feelings and visualize what you want.
ink the deal. On the other hand, if you finally The combo of manifestation-master Neptune
acknowledge that you need to initiate a “business and magnetic Mars makes this an “ask, believe,
breakup,” this lunar lift will buoy you through the receive” kind of day.
awkward parts.
November 26: Sun-Jupiter meetup The alignment of these emotional and
You don’t need to be on the main stage to get compassionate planets in tender parts of your chart
your props for work well done. Today’s thrilling— makes you sentimental and receptive. There are
and once-a-year—alignment of the planetary many escape routes that don’t involve fantasy—
powerhouses practically assures a breakthrough. like a last-minute romantic getaway or a sensual
Ride this creative power surge and don’t look back! staycation sans kids or relatives. Now we’re talking!

December: Love Hotspots The annual full moon in your intimate eighth house
December 2-December 31: Venus in Scorpio could unleash a firestorm of pent-up desires—
As the love planet saunters through your secretive including sexual ones. This might be a steamy and
twelfth house for the rest of the year, you could act seductive day, but also a challenging one. If you do
out some of your wilder fantasies or get involved dive into a sizzling affair, don’t kid yourself: Once
in a surreptitious affair. If you’ve been harboring you’re in, it won’t be easy to extricate yourself !
resentment, this healing transit can help you find
your way to forgiveness. To start a new chapter,
you’ve got to let something go.
“A battle of wills could ensue as the ego-driven Sun throws shade

at arrogant Mars. And with the red planet firing up your emo
fourth house, there’s no sensitivity button people won’t push.”
December: Career Hotspots December 1, you haven’t even been sure whom
to trust. Give things a week or two to settle back
December 1-December 12: Mercury in Scorpio down—and for people’s true colors to be revealed.
Cerebral Mercury retrogrades backs into your
sleepy twelfth house, making it next to impossible to December 7: Sagittarius new moon
concentrate or get much done. Shuffle your priorities New Year’s comes a bit early for you, as 2018’s only
if you can, focusing on tasks that require creativity or new moon in Sagittarius hits the refresh button in
imagination instead of mindful analysis. your first house of self and identity. This lunar lift
gives you oodles of charisma, clarity and clout.
December 2: Sun-Mars square Bottom line? Put your message and ideas out there
A battle of wills could ensue as the ego-driven Sun in a big way!
throws shade at arrogant Mars. And with the red
planet firing up your emo fourth house, there’s no December 12-December 31: Mercury in
sensitivity button people won’t push. Try not to stoop Sagittarius
to their level, even if you have the perfect comeback. The messenger planet electrifies your sign for
Stand up for yourself, but take the high ground. the rest of the year, calling you up onto the main
stage. Polish those pitches and presentations! You’ll
December 5: Sun-Neptune square be encouraged—perhaps forced—to give your
Keep your wits about you today if you sense creativity free rein and share your innovative ideas
someone is trying to manipulate you into doing with the world, or at least your work team.
something for them out of pity. Of course you care,
but succumbing to their emotional blackmail won’t December 20: Sun-Uranus trine
do either of you any good. Hold people accountable You won’t get ahead by playing it safe and following
and aim to empower, not enable them. the pack. Revolutionary Uranus in your creative
zone helps you shake things up, which in turn will
December 6: Mercury retrograde ends inspire the troops. You’re not afraid to rumba to
Sweet relief comes flooding in as communicator your own drummer—in fact, you’ll have little
Mercury ends a troubling backspin that happened interest in anything that smacks of “been there,
mostly in your sign. You’ve felt misunderstood done that” today.
at every turn. And since Mercury reversed into
Scorpio and your deceptive twelfth house on

Under this boundlessly expansive alignment, your
mind is a creative sponge. Call a brainstorming
meeting or flesh out some big ideas you’ve been
kicking around. Someone might be eager to fund
a solo mission of yours, so rehearse that 15-second
elevator pitch till you’ve got it down pat!

Hello, holiday bonus or eleventh-hour windfall!
This is the second of this year’s two Cancer full
moons in your eighth house of wealth, joint
ventures and passive income (the first was January
1), bookending the year nicely. You might make a
business partnership official in the final days before
the year comes to close. If you’re looking to buy or
sell property, this lunar lift could move the needle
on your efforts. Don your detective’s chapeau: A
puzzle you’ve been piecing together could finally
make sense.

Christmas Eve confusion? Make sure you’ve
squared everything away at work before you power
down for the holiday break. Otherwise, you could
be putting out fires instead of firing up the Yule
log. Don’t get guilt-tripped into being “on call.”
If a family member is less than supportive, be
careful about sharing your accomplishments with
them. You don’t need to hear those undermining
comments that make you second-guess how
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The Highlights
Romance with a twist? Unconventional Uranus Streamline and simplify. While disciplined Saturn
will start an eight-year journey through your is in Capricorn, you’ll need to cut the excess and
passionate fifth house this May, sparking desires prioritize. Luckily, many Caps already take this
that might surprise even you. A pregnancy is “less is more” approach. Saturn rules time, and
possible. Coupled? Monogamy doesn’t need while he’s in your first house of appearances,
to equal monotony, and experimental Uranus you may explore anti-aging treatments or
could get the fires burning for longtime couples, natural ways to keep your vitality glowing. Or,
too. In July, a solar eclipse in your committed you’ll embrace the beauty of getting older. In
relationship house might move things into official November, Jupiter enters your healing twelfth
territory fast. Longtime duos will embark on a house for 13 months, a transitional time to rest
new chapter together, which may be a refreshing and go within.
change of pace.
FAMILY & FRIENDS
MONEY & CAREER Your efforts to establish firm roots hasn’t been
With accomplishment-driven Saturn (your easy for the past few years. But in 2018, sweet
ruler) in your sign for the next three years, you’ll stability could come to your home life at last.
get serious about your goals! You could slowly Disruptor Uranus has spent the last seven years
and steadily build a solo venture into your in your domestic fourth house. Since 2011,
next empire. If you’re an expert in your field, you’ve had your share of ups and downs with a
Saturn may help establish you as a recognized living situation. A female relative, possibly your
and respected figure. Money management gets mom, could have been a source of stress. Mid-
a makeover from this year’s four eclipses in May, Uranus departs, helping you settle into a
your financial houses. You could explore a joint deeper sense of security. With expansive Jupiter
venture, an investment or real estate, and you in your eleventh house of friendships, you could
might field some unexpected job offers. With connect with a whole new tribe. Embrace the
lucky Jupiter in your teamwork and technology spirit of community, whether it happens locally
zone, collaborations bring abundance. Look no or virtually. This could be a fabulous year to
further than your social circles for promising travel with friends or to try an all-inclusive resort
hookups. where you can meet new people. u
CAPRICORN Horoscope
Power Dates for Capricorn
CAPRICORN NEW MOON
January 16
CAPRICORN FULL MOON

June 28
SUN IN CAPRICORN
January 1-19, December 21-31
C
all in the cranes and construction powerful debut. Isn’t it time you showed the world
crew, Capricorn. In 2018, you’re what you’re really capable of, Cap?
building a brand-new foundation, one
that will shape the next 28 to 30 years You’ll have an eager reception, thanks to a few
of your life. If that sounds major, well, it is! Your other planets. Expansive Jupiter is visiting Scorpio
ruling planet, Saturn, has made its homecoming and your eleventh house of popularity and
to Capricorn, where it will visit from December collaborations until November 8. Ditch the Lone
2017 until December 2020. Ranger act, Capricorn. This year, you’ll get by
with a little (or a lot) of help from your friends. The
Your entire lifestyle and identity could undergo eleventh house rules teamwork and technology,
important renovations—if not an entire rebuild— and with global Jupiter here, your ideas could go
during this cycle. If you’ve been working on a viral. Joining forces with diverse co-players will
personal project, Saturn could set the stage for a take those endeavors to new heights.
Your cutting-edge ideas could even attract fame months. This can be a transitional time where your
in the second half of 2018. Mid-May, innovative focus turns to tying up loose ends or working behind
Uranus will blaze into Taurus and your fifth house the scenes. The silver lining? You’re preparing for
of self-expression, creativity and passion. This is the another grand unveiling that starts December
start of an eight-year cycle that will revolutionize 2, 2019, when Jupiter moves into Capricorn and
everything from your love life to your hobbies to kicks off a fresh 12-year chapter. Wow! Hosting
the way you present yourself. The spotlight might both Jupiter and Saturn in your sign—a rare
be uncomfortable or unfamiliar, but you’ll get occurrence—will give you serious steam. Use the
accustomed to its warmth soon enough! next couple years to set the foundation, so you’ll be
ready to go big when that happens.
And you’ll be happy to leave the departing Uranus
cycle in the rearview. Since 2011, Uranus has been Note to linear Caps: Leave room to experiment as
in Aries and your fourth house of home and family, you perfect your recipe for success. Stay receptive
making it hard to set up stable roots. You may have to new tribes that share your interests, values and
moved, changed your family structure and cut priorities. While your loyalty to lifelong friends is
a few codependent cords, especially with female golden, you also need a community that “gets” who
relatives. Uranus will make one final visit here from you are now. Honor the past, but don’t get stuck
November 2018 to March 2019, revealing where in it.
your personal life could still use some radical but
necessary changes. Jupiter in Scorpio: Time to team up.
Money makeovers are in the 2018 forecast, too.
With four eclipses sweeping through your financial You’re crushing every popularity contest this year,
sectors this year, you could change jobs or radically as enthusiastic Jupiter high-jumps through Scorpio
revamp the way you earn, spend, save and invest. and your eleventh house of friendship, teamwork
Partnerships, both business and romantic, can and technology. After a hardworking and focused
undergo big evolutions. Some will move to a more 2017, Jupiter invites you to loosen up your collar
permanent status, while others can fizzle out. Is and have some well-deserved fun! Even better?
it time to put a ring on it or ink a binding deal? You’ll do so in the company of fascinating people
A dynamic-duo opportunity could arrive on July whose unconventional ideas inspire you to think
12, when a Cancer solar eclipse powers up your outside the box. This year, your best luck comes
committed relationship house. from finding your tribe and going hard together.
Collaborations can take your ideas to new heights.
The year will close out on a quieter note. On
November 8, Jupiter will drift into Sagittarius and So put a leaf in the dining room table and arrange
your twelfth house of endings, healing and rest for 13 the sofas in a “conversational” setup, Capricorn.
Start buying snacks and drinks in bulk. You won’t
“Enterprising Capricorns might adopt a digital platform—

YouTube, Instagram, a website—to launch a savvy startup.
Jupiter rules publishing and teaching, and an informational
product could go viral if you sell online.”
get much alone time in 2018—but you’ll have an party in 2018. Maybe you pack a caravan and head
embarrassment of riches when it comes to finding to Burning Man, become a music festival fixture
great people. Whether you’re starting a band, or champion a social justice cause. With Jupiter in
working on a team project or making new friends, your society sector, you might be quite an activist
you could surprise yourself by becoming an active this year. Maybe you’ll even run for office or take
member of your social circles. Mayor Capricorn a leadership role on a team. Stranger things have
has an unexpected ring to it, doesn’t it? happened! Jupiter was last in Scorpio from October
25, 2005 until November 23, 2006, and you could
Jupiter is the planet of evolution and expansion. see similar themes from that time recur.
It rules travel, study, entrepreneurship and cross-
cultural connections. In 2018, Eleanor Roosevelt’s “Alexa, find me an app developer in Warsaw!” The
words could be your mantra: “Great minds discuss digital sphere could become your playground with
ideas; average minds discuss events; small minds Jupiter in this tech-savvy house. An online project
discuss people.” This cycle demands that your may blow up or you might team up with a long-
friendships uplevel—or go bust. You could distance distance person thanks to global Jupiter’s influence.
yourself from people with odious political views Even proud Luddites could shed their stubborn-
or small-minded opinions. Or, since you’re such a Goat ways for postmodern conveniences this year.
loyal sign, perhaps you’ll “agree to disagree” and (That flip phone is adorably retro and all, but…)
keep certain topics off-limits. You might also take
the lead and get your crew out of a monotonous Enterprising Capricorns might adopt a digital
rut. Host a salon at your house and invite friends platform—YouTube, Instagram, a website—to
from various groups to mix things up. Gather your launch a savvy startup. Jupiter rules publishing
friends to go hear a motivational speaker’s lecture and teaching, and an informational product could
instead of sitting around gossiping. go viral if you sell online. You may have success
with a webinar or an eBook. Just practice discreet
The utopian eleventh house rules dreams, the posting while Jupiter is retrograde from March 8
future and humanitarian ideals. Forget the outworn to July 10 this year. If you’ve overloaded on screen
stereotype of Capricorns as stuffy, suit-wearing time, the retrograde could also be favorable for a
moguls. Your inner hippie could have a coming-out digital detox. You might sign up for online courses
“Single Caps might take a little break from dating and

focus on building a tribe of close friends. You never
know: Your next great love may come through a mutual
contact or someone you meet while hanging out.”
to brush up your own skills. Or, take advantage of From May through August, Jupiter will travel in
any educational credits offered by your job. a close trine (120-degree angle of harmony) to
compassionate Neptune, which is in your third
In love, this Jupiter phase could be more platonic house of communication and local events. You
than bionic. The eleventh house rules casual could meet people who share your values and
connections and you’ll prefer a more lighthearted ideals—and maybe you’ll collaborate creatively.
vibe. Couples might spend time mingling with You don’t have to go far to find your soul tribe
mutual friends and socializing as a duo. You’ll crave now, Capricorn. Some of them might be as close
more independence and time to pursue your own as your own backyard. This is a great time to throw
interests. Autonomy makes the heart grow fonder a glamorous benefit party in your neighborhood or
with Jupiter in this liberated zone. You may also be to share your artistic creations at an area gallery.
drawn to an unconventional arrangement, from Feeling synergy with a like-minded person? Test the
dating multiple people at once to trying an open waters on a trial project that taps both of your skills.
relationship. Or, you’ll get experimental within a You could have the makings of a dynamic duo
monogamous bond. Time to write the script of here. A sibling or neighbor may figure into events
your own erotic “toy story”? Your bedroom could now. Perhaps there’s some healing to do on your
be, er, buzzing with activity in 2018. connection. Aim to reach a greater understanding
of each other and put any conflict to rest.
Single Caps might take a little break from dating
and focus on building a tribe of close friends. Jupiter in Sagittarius: Healing and
You never know: Your next great love may come transitions.
through a mutual contact or someone you meet
while hanging out. The communities you join this
year could certainly turn up interesting prospects. Fold up those social butterfly wings for a minute—
But take your time and build a solid friendship or rather, for about 13 months. After a whirlwind
first. That person who shares your fascination for year, Jupiter will decamp to Sagittarius and your
obscure post-punk bands or vintage Mystery Science twelfth house of closure, healing and rest. With
Theater 3000 episodes could turn out to be your bountiful Jupiter in this final part of your chart,
soulmate-in-waiting. you’re wrapping up a long 12-year chapter of your
“Jupiter in the twelfth house is like a long sabbatical.

It’s an excellent time for spiritual work, therapy or diving
into artistic projects—anything that activates your
imagination or plumbs your subconscious depths.”
life in preparation for a new one, which will begin house has a divine plan, and it will gladly show you
December 2019, when Jupiter sails into your sign. those blueprints once you stop resisting. Humbling
as it can be, you’ll attract miracles when you finally
In the meantime, your job is to slow down, sort and quit swimming upstream.
process. What belongs in this next phase and what
has passed its prime? Whether it’s a relationship, a Many people attract a soulmate or have a “meant-
mindset or a habit, examine what no longer serves to-be” pregnancy while Jupiter is in this mystical
you. You could be grieving a loss or the end of a sector. You’re a channel for the divine now, which is
relationship, or perhaps you’re just in the weird in- also why great works of art, music and writing can
between space of a transition. For example, maybe be produced during this Jupiter phase. Make space
you’ve moved to a new town where you don’t really for the muse through meditation, gentle exercise
know anybody yet, or you have a new job and you and time spent near water. How about a retreat in
don’t quite have a feel for the company culture. Lay Bali or Thailand where you can do all three? Now
low and observe. that’s #goals that Jupiter here can get behind.
Jupiter in the twelfth house is like a long sabbatical. Saturn in Capricorn: Rebuilding the
It’s an excellent time for spiritual work, therapy or Capricorn empire.
diving into artistic projects—anything that activates
your imagination or plumbs your subconscious
A three-year reinvention project is underway—
depths. But if you try to force things to happen,
and you’re at the center of it! Your ruling planet,
you’ll face harsh reality checks and obstacles.
staunch Saturn, has returned to Capricorn for
the first time since 1991, a visit that will last until
This is a year to practice surrender, which is one
December 2020. This is the beginning of a new 29-
of the hardest things for humans to do. We labor
year chapter of your life, and Saturn has arrived to
under the illusion that we’re in control—or that,
construct a solid foundation. Banish any thoughts of
with the right amount of grit and willpower, there’s
instant gratification and overnight success. Saturn
nothing we can’t achieve. Guess again, Capricorn.
helps you simplify and prioritize, but it won’t let you
Those once fail-safe strategies will get you nowhere
take shortcuts. Your disciplined cosmic overlord is
once Jupiter plunges into these depths. The twelfth
“Saturn rules aging and the first house governs appearances. Under
this transit, you might feel (and see) the passage of time showing
up on your body. (Sigh.) Should you embrace those random gray
hairs and wrinkles or dabble in anti-aging treatments?”
all about hard work, paying dues and doing things procedures, and you’ll welcome this time of
right the first time. increased structure. Other Caps will find that
Saturn demands big adjustments. Weak spots will
Before you can start your renovations, there may be revealed and shoddy plans collapse. Have you
be a teardown or two. With Saturn in your sign, been sweeping important issues under the rug,
old and outmoded structures in your life collapse— hoping they’ll go away on their own? Avoidance
or are demolished—to make way for the gleaming and denial should not be your copilots with General
towers of the Capricorn 2.0 empire. Saturn is the Saturn in the house.
cosmic building inspector. It will find every flaw in
your architectural plan and demand that you bring But if you’re patient and persistent (also Capricorn
it up to code. But in the long run, you’ll be glad you hallmarks), you’ll see the results of your hard
did. After all, what good is a towering skyscraper work bear fruit. The big payoff won’t all happen
made of shoddy materials? this year; in fact, Saturn usually leaves you with
a parting gift if you stick it out and do the work.
Have you underestimated how much time, money Over the next couple years, you’ll see gradual and
or effort something will take? Saturn could deliver cumulative shifts. You’ll feel more grounded and
a harsh wakeup call. And don’t even think about sure of yourself. You’ll rise to challenges with grace
trying to cheat the system this year. Authoritarian instead of doubting yourself. And you’ll carry
Saturn will lay down the law. Saturn is the planet of yourself with so much confidence that you may be
maturity, and you could learn some major lessons offered a leadership post.
in “adulting” now. Jobs or relationships can fall
away if you don’t pull your weight, or if you team With Saturn in your first house of self, this is
up with people who don’t have the right credentials a key time to develop “the brand of you.” Are
and skills. you presenting a clear and authentic message?
You might get serious about building a personal
We won’t lie: Hosting Saturn in your sign can be platform, investing in professional headshots and
challenging because it demands pristine levels of video, for example, or getting mentored by an
integrity and responsibility. For many Capricorns, industry veteran. Saturn in your sign can help
these are simply part of your standard operating you gain recognition as an expert or heavy-hitter.
“Uranus only visits each sign every 84 years, so this is a

once-in-a-lifetime chance to get in touch with your instincts—
that raw life-force energy that drives your desires. For creative
Capricorns, this Uranus cycle might produce some of
your most poignant and seminal work.”
Mastery falls under Saturn’s domain. You can boost drawn to timeless items of quiet quality that
your status and credibility—as long as you put in exude good taste. Think: crisp, tailored clothing
the long hours and sweat equity to truly earn your from a bespoke designer or an exclusive capsule
title. This is not the time to “fake it ‘til you make it.” collection. Accountable Saturn could inspire
you to downsize your carbon footprint. Antique,
Saturn rules aging and the first house governs vintage or “freecycled” treasures could become
appearances. Under this transit, you might feel your new obsession—or you might adopt a less-
(and see) the passage of time showing up on your is-more approach and give a bunch of nice stuff
body. (Sigh.) Should you embrace those random away. Clothing swap at Chateau Cap, anyone?
gray hairs and wrinkles or dabble in anti-aging
treatments? Proceed with caution—and a light This energy isn’t entirely new, because you’ve been
touch—if you choose the latter. Regular self-care hosting transformational Pluto in Capricorn since
can shake off some of the emotional heaviness that 2008, a long cycle that lasts until 2024. Pluto is
Saturn imposes on you. Saturn rules the teeth, skin, the mythological god of the underworld, and he’s
bone structure and knees, and these may be body been slowly but powerfully shifting your beliefs,
parts that need special attention now. Chiropractic identity and the role you play in relationships.
adjustments and massage therapy could also have a But where secretive Pluto is imperceptible,
profound effect. If necessary, change your diet and Saturn makes things tangible. Saturn’s arrival
exercise habits to boost your energy levels. marks a cosmic coming-out party, a big reveal of
all the internal changes you’ve been through. (All
Your style could take a turn for the simple and the more reason to make sure you do everything
sophisticated. Saturn is a minimalist, and while it’s on the up-and-up!) Saturn and Pluto won’t make
in Capricorn, you could become even more no- a super-close alignment until 2020, but you’ll feel
frills. You might be drawn to severe or “masculine” their influence. This year you might finally show
looks: cropped hair, sparse makeup, unembellished the world what you’re made of—at last!
clothing in muted colors. Status-driven Saturn
can also bring out your inner snob! You’ll be
Uranus in Taurus: It’s getting hot in Truth be told, you’re ready for some fun. Uranus
here! is ending a seven-year run through Aries and your
May 15, 2018–April 26, 2026 fourth house of home, family and foundations. You’ve
gone through major emotional growth, but it may
Love, actually? On May 15, radical changemaker have involved turbulence at home, a move (or two)
Uranus swings into Taurus, igniting your fifth and a lot of deep personal work. Your relationship
house of passion, self-expression and creativity. to your mother, a child or a female relative might
Uranus is here until April 26, 2026, imbuing your have weathered tumultuous times. This was all in
reserved sign with a bold new attitude. Capricorns the name of you learning how to use your voice and
have a reputation for being all about work, but with express your individuality—something many dutiful
Uranus in this childlike zone, your greatest personal Capricorns struggle with, especially in their families
growth will come through play. From unleashing of origin. Codependent cords were clipped and you
your inner artiste to leaping into a lusty love affair, learned to let the demanding dependents in your life
the pleasure principle will become your new GPS. fend for themselves.
Bring on the joie de vivre!
You may have one last round of evolution
Uranus only visits each sign every 84 years, so this is in your personal life, because Uranus turns
a once-in-a-lifetime chance to get in touch with your retrograde from August 7, 2018 until January 6,
instincts—that raw life-force energy that drives your 2019, backing into Aries for a four-month final
desires. For creative Capricorns, this Uranus cycle hurrah on November 6 of this year. Use this
might produce some of your most poignant and time proactively to heal a family rift, change
seminal work. (Could a new album by Capricorn your living situation or practice more emotional
Mary J. Blige be in the works? Here’s hoping!) transparency. On March 7, 2019, Uranus will
make its final exit from Aries, blazing into Taurus
Uranus in Taurus could herald a romantic revival, for a hot-and-heavy seven-year itch!
ready or not. You may be wildly attracted to a
new type of person—or people—as experimental Eclipses in Leo & Aquarius: Hustle
Uranus tempts you with amorous adventures. Why and (financial) flow.
have one lover when you can have…many? Your
normally committed sign might journey beyond the
bounds of traditional monogamy. Since the fifth Bored with your day job? Money acting funny? You
house rules fertility, an unexpected pregnancy or could have the last laugh—all the way to the bank—
adoption might change the course of your future. thanks to four change-making eclipses that sweep
You may also have an eye-opening experience with through your financial sectors in 2018, removing
a younger person whose fresh perspective alters the what’s old and outmoded. Make way for the new!
way you see the world. From tantalizing job opportunities to a property
“Credit cards, tax bills, college loans, a home repair…if any of

that is looming overhead, these eclipses will force you to deal.
Avoidance, especially around money, can rob you of your power.”
investment, you could field some intriguing options. money, can rob you of your power. The good news?
And since eclipses bring surprises, it’s anyone’s You’ll free up major psychic space for other things
guess what they’ll be. once you handle these obligations. And speaking of
“psychic,” the spiritual eighth house eclipse could
In February and July, two Aquarius eclipses will ramp up your intuition. The Law of Attraction is
ignite your second house of work and money. A on your side near these dates, so make sure you’re
job change is possible, or you could have an eye- operating with the utmost integrity if you negotiate
opening realization that you need to budget, spend a deal or pool your funds with anyone. Have an
and save very differently. Maybe you’ve become attorney draft and review contracts and make sure
imprisoned by all your “stuff” and you want to you’re fully protected.
downsize. Perhaps your company restructures and
eliminates your department, or moves everyone You could also join forces on a personal level, as
into new roles. Remain flexible—and have faith. the eighth house rules merging in the emotional
In the event that you do lose a job, you can rest and sexual realms. These eclipses could bring a
assured that a much better fit will soon be on its surprise proposal, pregnancy or split. You could
way. Stay proactive and start hustling! find yourself on one end of the spectrum or the
other, perhaps without much notice. A simmering
Investments and real estate could enter the picture attraction could reach full-tilt or you could attract
in January and August, when these supercharged a soulmate, someone you feel like you’ve known for
lunations will land in Leo and your eighth house of lifetimes. Maybe you have! The eighth house rules
joint ventures and wealth. A chance to pool your all the big life cycles, from birth to death to other
talents and resources for mutual gain could crop up. rites of passage in between. You may experience
A real estate or legal matter could reach resolution. some “major moments” near these eclipses.
You might receive a windfall, such as an inheritance
or, conversely, have to suddenly pay out a large Cancer Solar Eclipse: Dynamic duos.
lump sum to settle a debt. July 12
Credit cards, tax bills, college loans, a home repair… Two is your magic number this summer—even if
if any of that is looming overhead, these eclipses you’re not searching for a plus-one! On July 12,
will force you to deal. Avoidance, especially around a partial solar (new moon) eclipse falls in Cancer,
energizing your seventh house of committed
partnerships. Eclipses bring unexpected news

designed to wake us up and inspire big shifts.
You might meet a long-term love, get engaged or
negotiate an exciting business offer. But these are
just the rumblings of a much bigger transformation.
This midsummer lunation kicks off a two-year

eclipse series falling on the Cancer/Capricorn axis.
Between now and July 2020, life-altering changes
are coming to your personal identity and your
closest relationships. Your intimate ties (for business
or pleasure) could shift and you may walk away
from unsatisfying arrangements. If you’ve poured
all your energy into others, these eclipses will force
you to rebalance and focus on your own priorities.
And if you’re a lone-wolf type, fascinating new

figures will enter your world, reminding you that, as
Barbra Streisand famously crooned, “People who
need people…are the luckiest people in the world.”
The bulk of these Cancer/Capricrn eclipses will
happen in 2019 and 2020, but this year’s sneak
preview gives a template for what’s ahead. u
CAPRICORN 2018 HOTSPOTS
CAPRICORN: HOTSPOTS BY MONTH

January: Love Hotspots Issues with home or family could also throw a
wrench into the equanimity.
The year’s first full moon in your relationship house January 17-February 10: Venus in Aquarius
(the second comes in December) might bring an Venus in your house of long-term goals shines the
important union to a tipping point, especially if spotlight on a relationship’s future. With the divine
you’ve been parked on the fence. But even if you’re diplomat at the helm, you’ll be able to have that
feeling frustrated, don’t do anything rash today. “so, where is this thing going?” talk without ruffling
That said, in the coming few weeks, you may be feathers or making anyone feel pressured. Single?
forced to decide whether you’re all in—or all out. You could meet someone through work or an
industry event. If a colleague offers to play Cupid,
January 6: Mercury-Uranus trine say yes!
Impromptu confessions? You may suddenly blurt
out your feelings, or somebody could drop their January 26-March 17: Mars in Sagittarius
guard and reveal something personal. Treat this No matter what time you go to bed, you might not
vulnerable moment with the TLC it deserves—and be able to catch up on your sleep when fiery Mars
keep their private intel under lock and key! blazes a trail through your introspective, healing
twelfth house. Look for new, healthy outlets (like
January 9: Venus-Pluto meetup exercise, therapy or a support group) to help you
On this rare day, when the love planet merges process the heavy emotional stuff. On the upside,
with alchemical Pluto in your sign, you won’t have you may begin to handle things more assertively
to try to be seductive or mysterious, and your and directly. Passive-aggressive behavior begone!
own Spidey senses will be in fine form! Use your
intuition—not logic—to confirm or deny a “vibe” January 31: Leo full moon (total lunar
with a sexy someone. By the same token, you won’t eclipse & supermoon)
have any problem getting to the heart of a vexing The month’s second full moon (a rare blue moon)
relationship issue. happens to be a supermoon and a lunar eclipse,
and it’s shining a bright light in your eighth house
January 13: Venus-Uranus square of eroticism and intimacy. You’ll feel many things,
Bliss interrupted? It may be smooth sailing on your but “ambivalence” won’t be one of them. Strong
personal emotion ocean, until this rogue wave rises emotions may get expressed, including some you
up out of nowhere (hello, Uranus!) and rocks your didn’t even realize were percolating! A potent
love boat. Suppressed feelings might erupt now. attraction could turn into a full-blown affair.
Couples may be eager to take things to the next level Try out some trends, experiment with nascent ideas
with an engagement, cohabitation or pregnancy. and adopt an attitude of curiosity. You never know
what putting yourself out there could bring until
January: Career Hotspots you try!

January 12: Mercury-Saturn meetup
This potent full moon in your seventh house of
Put a polished and confident face forward today.
commitments and contracts can strengthen a
Clever Mercury and conservative Saturn align in
budding bond and make your connection official.
your sign, tempering your self-expression a little but
Things may come to light in the next two weeks, so
helping you come across as a true professional. This
you might want to hold off inking that agreement
isn’t a day to “fake it ‘til you make it.” But if you
for the moment. Sleep on it, conduct your due
have wisdom and expertise to share, this is a great
diligence, but recognize that you can’t hedge
day to show off your mastery.
forever.
January 16: Capricorn new moon

January 6: Mars-Jupiter meetup
This game-changing new moon in your sign turbo-
Lead the charge! Assertive Mars and inspiring
charges your New Year’s resolutions and sparks a
Jupiter team up in your groups sector, giving you
few new ideas. Since all eyes could be on you today,
clout and charisma to sway the crowds. You’re a
spend a little extra time polishing your appearance.
fireball online, too, so blast off that viral post—but
be nice! You’ll catch more followers with kindness
than with snark.
The FBI and CIA combined have nothing on you
today! The stars anoint you lead investigator as
January 9: Sun-Pluto meetup
perceptive Pluto and inquisitive Mercury unite in
Your fierceness is showing, Cap. You wouldn’t be
your sign. Not only can you connect the dots like
able to tamp down your magnetism or leadership
a super-sleuth, you’ll also radiate confidence and
abilities if you tried, but use your power judiciously.
charisma. Hold a few cards to your vest, though—
Remember: The goal is to help people and
mysterious Pluto amps up your attractiveness if you
influence decision makers; not give your ego free
keep ‘em guessing a little.
rein. A wise manager doesn’t have to force anyone
to do anything. With quiet power, you can inspire
January 28: Mercury-Uranus square
others to want to follow.
Don’t let your emotions send you down a rabbit
hole of anger or frustration. Disruptive family
members could cause you to second-guess yourself.
Be direct! Communicator Mercury enters your sign,
Stay focused and don’t take their comments to
helping you get assertive and ask for what you need.
heart. Think twice before soliciting feedback.
January 31-February 17: Mercury in Aquarius be engaging in loving and honest dialogue with
When the cerebral planet flits into your money your S.O. or a would-be mate. The best way to
house today, you’ll be eager to create some new increase the peace is by being more transparent—
spreadsheets and throw yourself into planning, with everyone!
organizing and budgeting. If you’re up for a raise
or being considered for a plum position, tap into February 21: Venus-Neptune meetup
quicksilver Mercury’s gift of gab. Talk is anything Words of love! The two most romantic planets lock
but cheap with chatty Mercury in this prosperous lips in your communication house. You’ll feel safe
part of your chart! and supported enough to let your guard down and
freely talk about your feelings. It’s a perfect night
January 31: Leo full moon (total lunar for an extra-romantic date, whether or not you’re
eclipse & supermoon) celebrating a big occasion.
This “blue moon”—the second full moon in a
month—is also a game-changing lunar eclipse that February 25: Venus-Mars square
spotlights your eighth house of joint ventures and Wires may get crossed today, as the cosmic
investments. Eclipses can reveal things that were lovebirds make their first of three uneasy squares
hidden, and you might come across some useful intel this year. Good luck trying to get a clear read on
or receive an unexpected windfall. Stay focused on people’s motives—many will be working overtime
paying down debt and finding ways to make your to deliberately obscure their agenda. You’re not
money work harder for you with savvy investments exempt from this signal-jamming sync-up, either.
and anything that pays compounded interest! Think long and hard before you say anything that
could wound or alienate someone you care about.

Larger-than-life Jupiter may be stirring things February 10: Sun-Jupiter square
up in your friendship zone, but an uneasy square You might feel like you’re herding cats under
to the love planet in your security zone makes today’s “everyone’s on a different page” mashup.
you reluctant to cross any “previously platonic” You’re ready to advance what you thought was a
boundaries. Even if chemistry is brewing with a solid plan, but suddenly the team is racked with
pal or colleague, be very careful about walking conflict. It doesn’t help that you’re this-close to
that dangerous line. abandoning ship and doing your own thing. If
you can’t bring people to consensus, focus on
February 10-March 6: Venus in Pisces something you can do independently.
When diplomatic Venus beams into your
communication corner, your top priority will
February 13: Mercury-Jupiter square heads with aggressive Mars, there may be a hostile
Opinion overload? You want to be democratic, but undertone to people’s communication style, even if
be careful about letting “too many cooks” into the they try to sound “nice.” Make a special effort to be
kitchen. Allowing everyone to add their feedback to upfront and direct.
the mix could slow progress and productivity. Curate
a small think-tank-style group instead of polling February 25: Mercury-Neptune meetup
everyone. If you’re considering doing business with With mental Mercury and hazy Neptune aligned
friends, spell everything out—and tread carefully! in your communication house, it will be hard to
think clearly or get a straight answer. But your
February 15: Aquarius new moon (partial imagination is working overtime, so use this day
solar eclipse) for creative visualization, brainstorming and
Chinese Year of the Dog right-brained tasks that don’t require intense
Feeling lucky? Things are looking up in your concentration. Mini-meditation breaks—even if
personal financial market as this potent eclipse you pop in earbuds and listen to a short guided
electrifies your second house of work and money. one—could bring a breakthrough. Pay attention to
Now is the time to plant seeds for prosperity; over signs and serendipities during this tuned-in day.
the coming six months. Water and fertilize them
with more ideas and appropriate action. Stay in the February 28: Mercury-Mars square
game by having exploratory meetings and going on If you can’t get your team to agree on a single
interviews with prospective employers and clients agenda item or approach, it may be time to throw
that will keep your skills sharp. in the towel. But before you do that, see if a direct
(if uncomfortable) conversation about money or
February 17-March 6: Mercury in Pisces deadlines can get people back on the same page.
When the messenger planet ambles into your Or see if you can scale way back and produce a
communication zone—its natural home—you’ll be more manageable version of your idea.
in rare form when it comes to addressing groups,
brainstorming and pitching. This transit can reel
in a kindred-spirit type. Explore your synergy by
working on a small-scale, trial project together March 1: Venus-Jupiter trine
before diving in too deep. You’ll have no problem speaking from your heart
when the two “benefic” (i.e., beneficial) planets
February 17: Mars-Neptune square form a supportive angle in the most cooperative and
Mixed signals? Someone could be pushing you to sociable parts of your chart. People are your allies,
give them an answer, but you don’t have all the not your rivals, today, so chat up that cute stranger,
information you need. Refuse to be pressured or and pursue any sparks that fly with a friend of a
emotionally blackmailed. As passive Neptune butts friend. The possibilities are almost endless!
“The communication planet in your foundational

fourth house encourages you to drop your guard and
share your feelings with your loved ones.”
March 4: Mercury-Venus meetup might also lead to closure or a deeper understanding

With expressive Mercury pinging the love planet of one another, so it could be worth it.
in your communication house, the stage is set to
graciously tackle a touchy topic or tell someone March 13: Venus-Saturn square
how much you care. Maybe both! No way around it: This is a tough one-day transit.
If you can’t hide out in the bunker all day, brace
March 6-31: Venus in Aries yourself for some emotional bruising or a pervasive
When amorous Venus lands in your sensitive pessimism. You may feel overly sensitive and thus
fourth house, you may find yourself in cozier- self-protective, making it the perfectly wrong day
than-usual spirits. Gallivanting holds little to no to share from your heart. This too shall pass, but
appeal—whereas staying in, nesting and getting until it does, stay humble, and remember that other
affectionate sounds like heaven. If you’re thinking people may be feeling the same way.
of moving in with your beloved, buying a home
or starting a family, these next three weeks will be March 17-May 16: Mars in Capricorn
rich with possibilities. Who’s the hottest catch in town? Magnetic Mars
makes its first of a two trips through your sign this
March 6-May 13: Mercury in Aries year, amplifying your sexiness and swagger. Don’t
The communication planet in your foundational be surprised if you turn heads without trying during
fourth house encourages you to drop your guard and this once-every-two-years transit. You might come
share your feelings with your loved ones. Of course, off a bit strong under Mars’ aggressive influence, so
as a Capricorn, even when you talk about sentimental keep that in mind. But nobody will have to guess
things, you can’t help but express yourself in a how you really feel about anything now!
“sensible” way. Mercury’s visit is extra-long this time
because it turns retrograde later this month.
Aries
When the communication planet reverses direction
Tempers could erupt and emotions may be
in your emotional fourth house, tension could
surprisingly intense under today’s combustible
bubble up at Chateau Cap. Family issues or fatigue
merger. If you absolutely must clear the air, be
might leave you feeling frustrated and drained, and
advised that it could be upsetting, messy or weepy. It
craving some personal space. Set up a small area
just for you and fiercely defend your turf. It could March 2: Mercury-Jupiter trine
save your sanity and your relationships. With the expressive planet in your communication
center, you’ll have a clear mind and quicksilver wit.
March 23: Venus-Pluto square And thanks to a supportive assist from amplifying
Ever get the feeling that the walls are closing in on Jupiter, you’ll be able to persuade the decision
you? Today’s testy clash between piercing Pluto makers to give your grand plan the go-ahead. If
and the love planet could challenge your sense you have to do some hardcore negotiating, stick to
of autonomy. Emotional security is one thing—a your guns, and you’ll be irresistible.
good thing!—but it’s not worth clinging to if it
disrupts your sense of freedom. Could you find March 4: Sun-Neptune meetup
a happy medium by carving out a little private There’s a time and a place for logic and analysis,
space just for you? And can you do that without but this intuitively creative merger gives your
feeling guilty? imagination free rein. The best way to reach people
is through their emotions. Speak from your heart
March 31-April 24: Venus in Taurus and connect on a personal level.
Hot stuff! Amorous Venus shimmies into your fifth
house of romance and drama, setting off some March 11: Mercury-Saturn square
indoor fireworks. Glam up and flirt up a storm! If Are you pushing down your feelings? Uncross those
you’re single, your witty repartees could lead to a arms a little and soften your stance. It doesn’t mean
fun fling. Couples can get their earthly groove back people will take advantage of you—they can’t
with some lusty nights in. without your permission. If you’re pitching an idea,
you’ll need the right combination of solid facts and
emotional appeal. Nobody’s gonna respond to a
March: Career Hotspots dry, bullet-pointed proposal alone, Capricorn. Ask:
March 1: Virgo full moon How will this project address their “pain points”
This once-a-year lunar lift in your expansive ninth and change their lives for the better?
house could spark a visionary breakthrough! Don’t
water down your “out-there” ideas: By speaking March 13: Sun-Jupiter trine
them out loud and sharing them with others, you Today’s supportive starry alignment could bring
could discover plenty of enlightened folks eager to opportunities to network with powerful influencers
work with you to advance those notions. Travel, who are eager to hear what you have to say. With
publishing and education are also highlighted your magnetism flying off the charts, champion a
under this full moon. cause you believe in. Pay it forward by writing a
glowing recommendation for someone on LinkedIn
or introducing two brilliant people who need to
know each other.
March 17-May 16: Mars in Capricorn would to an unruly child in need of a nap. In other
When the motivational planet blasts into your words, don’t stoop to their level!
sign—something that hasn’t happened in two
years—you’ll be brimming with determination, March 29: Sun-Saturn square
willpower and a clear sense of purpose. Ready, You’re in touch with some strong feelings, but a stiff
set, goals! square between the Sun and your ruler, restrictive
Saturn, may prevent you from expressing them.
March 17: Pisces new moon Take a day to process those emotions internally.
This annual event in your communication This way, when you do talk about things, you’ll be
center helps you find the right words for every better prepared, psychologically.
occasion—but you’ll hit on them by trusting your
intuition, not consulting a thesaurus or Google March 31: Libra full moon
Translate. Stay present in all conversations. A The year’s only full moon in your professional sector
casual one could unfold into something powerfully could signal a major turning point. Something
synergistic over the coming six months. In fact, you’ve been working on for the past several months
all kinds of savvy networking can lead you to may finally come to fruition. This lunar lift could
rewarding new contacts. motivate you to shift career gears, leaving one path
for a completely different one or stepping into a
March 22-April 15: Mercury retrograde in prominent leadership position.
Aries
Uh-oh! Mercury is spinning backward again. This
cycle can mess with all the ways you commune and
commute. Although this retrograde will affect your April 2: Mars-Saturn meetup
home and family sector, don’t underestimate the When rash Mars teams up with prudent Saturn in
ways that those kinds of interruptions can derail your sign this week, you could get a case of decision-
your progress at work. Leave the house a little making whiplash. Part of you is ready to dive into
earlier and put some clever hacks in place to help something without doing a lot of investigating. But
with wonky work-life balance. another part is still thinking in terms of “strategic
moves” and smart long-term choices. Stop and get
March 24: Sun-Mars square some clarity around your deepest desires.
Well, you-know-who has gone and pushed your
buttons again—and you’re ready to explode. You April 7: Venus-Saturn trine
can’t control their childish provocations, but you As Venus syncs up with serious Saturn, you
can have a say in how you react. Don’t give an should only get involved with someone who’s legit
underminer the satisfaction of feeling like they’ve relationship material. Couples: Get more “us time”
gotten to you. Respond as a calm adult caregiver on the calendar and make romance a priority.
April 11: Venus-Mars trine April 24-May 19: Venus in Gemini

Forget what the thermometer says. This sensual When Venus kicks off her annual visit to your
and passionate alignment makes for one of the health-conscious sixth house, you might feel like
hottest days of the year, as the love planets blissfully making exercise with your love interest a regular
fist-bump in sensual earth signs (including yours). part of your together-time. You may enjoy cooking
You may catch a wicked case of spring fever—and more nutritious meals together or adding some
happily stay home in bed to “recover.” pleasurable couple-self-care rituals to your lifestyle.
If you don’t have a willing partner, then just DIY…
April 15: Aries new moon or buddy up with a like-minded friend.
Turn to a fresh emotional page, Capricorn. The
new moon in your sensitive and sentimental fourth April 29: Sun-Saturn trine
house brings out the mushball in you. Open up If a relationship or flirtation feels like it’s spinning
and tell someone how you feel about them. If out of control, set some healthy boundaries to get
you’re considering moving in together, building a things back on solid ground. Once you know where
family or buying a home, this domestic new moon you stand on the matter, you’ll be able to share
plants the seeds for that to unfold in the coming how you feel without revealing your whole hand.
six months. If you’re dabbling in the dating game and someone
seems interested, slowly and cautiously explore
April 17: Venus-Jupiter opposition whether this seems like a good fit before leaping in
One side of you is eager to rush into a romantic horns-first.
fantasy relationship, but with super-sizer Jupiter in
the equation, it could be a case of too much too
soon. Regardless of what you may have uttered
in a moment of passion, don’t feel you have to April 1: Sun-Mercury meetup
“commit” to anything yet. Time will tell if this is You’ll lead with quiet confidence as the bold
the real deal. Established couples may clash over Sun teams up with communicator Mercury in
big-picture issues, like where to live or whether to your foundational fourth house. Make an effort
raise kids according to a formal religion. to connect with clients and colleagues on a more
personal level today. Little things—like asking how
April 17: Venus-Pluto trine they’re doing or how their family is—can move you
Intense feelings could well up today, strengthening past the stiff formalities and forge a true kinship.
your connection to someone. Singles might be
caught off-guard by how irresistible an attraction is. April 2: Mars-Saturn meetup
Just be careful not to give a manipulative person the Patience is not an overrated virtue; in fact, it’s
keys to your kingdom. exactly what’s needed today as rash Mars propels
you forward even as cautious Saturn tries to hold
“With the red planet in your sign, you may be feeling a bit
impatient—and with a tough angle to the messenger planet,
you could come off as competitive or argumentative. Bite your
tongue to avoid offending an important contact.”
you back. If progress is coming more slowly the “just the facts” approach and keep it real.
than you’d like, pace yourself and keep your
motivation high. April 25: Mercury-Saturn square
Torn between head and heart? Today could bring
April 4: Mercury-Mars square a main course of analysis paralysis, with a side of
With the red planet in your sign, you may be emotional angst. Hold off on any major decisions
feeling a bit impatient—and with a tough angle since insecurity and self-doubt might flare up.
to the messenger planet, you could come off as
competitive or argumentative. Bite your tongue April 26: Mars-Pluto meetup
to avoid offending an important contact. The last How refreshing to know exactly what you want!
thing you want to do is act in a pushy, aggressive Under this tremendous merger, your willpower is
manner. Ward that off by building in a meditation formidable, but make sure you’re not acting like a
interval ahead of time. bulldozer. You want to build team spirit here, not
mow people down in your pursuit of a goal.
April 11: Sun-Pluto square
Power struggle alert! Someone could try to April 29: Scorpio full moon
emotionally blackmail you or tug on your The full moon in your eleventh house of
heartstrings. But you’ve fallen for this act enough teamwork and technology could herald a change
times that you shouldn’t have to ever again. Fend in a professional circle or spark an inspiring new
off the feelings of guilt and codependence, and collaboration. Acknowledge the capable people
uphold your boundaries. Enabling this person to you work with. Consider whether you have enough
take advantage of you will feel a lot worse than the support on Team Capricorn. Is it time to recruit
fleeting discomfort of saying “no.” some fresh talent? The next two weeks are a perfect
time to launch an online project.
This is a powerful day to take a bold risk and speak April 29: Sun-Saturn trine
from the heart. With the confident Sun and daring Your charisma and creativity are on fire today—
Uranus merging in your emotional fourth house, and it’s a winning combination. Add in your
your strength is actually in your vulnerability. Skip amazing work ethic, and you’re primed for the kind
of success that makes important people sit up and May 13-29: Mercury in Taurus
take notice. Don’t be afraid to be a little cheeky. When flirtatious Mercury flits into your fifth house
As long as your swagger doesn’t come across as of glamour and romance, you’ll be bubbly and
egotistical, your confidence will inspire others. animated and eager to chat up appealing prospects.
Don’t be shy about letting your feelings be known,
especially when you feel a strong attraction. Couples
May: Love Hotspots can restore their passion with dress-up dates and
May 7: Venus-Neptune square sprinkling little surprises into the day, like small but
You may be having misgivings about a romantic thoughtful gifts or suggestive texts.
situation today—or you could be suffering from
“the grass is always greener on the other side of May 15: Taurus new moon
the fence” syndrome. But your feelings—or fears— This potentially game-changing new moon in your
probably aren’t a reflection of the bird in your passionate fifth house hits the refresh button and
hand but of your own doubts or insecurities. Try kicks off what should be an exciting six-month
this experiment: Make a list of ten things you adore chapter. Singles could find true love; attached
about your partner and are grateful for. Then share Capricorns may fall back in love with their mates.
it with them! And a pregnancy may be in the cards no matter
what your status.
May 7: Mercury-Pluto square
Emotional blackmail alert! People are being May 15: Uranus in Taurus (until November 6)
anything but transparent today. Your own emotions Buckle up for a romantic reinvention tour!
could be clouding your usually steadfast sense of Unorthodox Uranus starts its first leg of an eight-
logic. Put off decisions and do a little soul-searching. year voyage through your fifth house of love. You
Maybe you’ve ignored some intuitive flashes or could attract some interesting characters and
allowed yourself to be swayed from a gut feeling. experiences and cross more than a few desires off
It’s not too late to back out or change your mind if your bucket list. There may be breakups, makeups,
you’re seeing red flags. and take-ups with some complex characters.
But there won’t be any dull moments—and your
May 13: Mercury-Uranus meetup blistering boudoir might be the scene of some epic
Your shot at a creative breakthrough reaches epic experimentation. If these walls could talk!
levels as expressive Mercury and ingenious Uranus
align, pushing you to think outside the box. Tune May 16: Mars-Uranus square
in to your emotions for guidance, as these two The first of three intense showdowns between
planets are uniting in your sensitive fourth house. lusty Mars and irascible Uranus pulls you between
An unconventional woman who lives on her own competing desires for security and excitement. You
terms could be a way-shower today. could be tempted to sabotage a relationship by
pursuing an outside attraction. Or, someone’s lack Saturn, you may need to set some boundaries.
of consistency might incite an angry and dramatic If you’ve been making too many sacrifices in the
confrontation. name of love, look at your own motives. You may
have to speak up for yourself, but isn’t that what
May 18: Mercury-Saturn trine true love is about?
Put a plan behind your novel ideas, and there’s no
telling where they’ll go! With Saturn in Capricorn May 29: Sagittarius full moon
adding clout to clever Mercury in your creativity A game-changing full moon in your twelfth
zone, you’ll impress the decision-makers if you house of closure and fantasy could spark your
go the extra mile. Add some facts and figures to imagination big-time. It could also make you
a presentation and show how viable your vision painfully aware that a certain relationship isn’t
really is. sustainable. Endings aren’t easy, but this lunar lift
can help you stay focused on a higher purpose.
May 19-June 13: Venus in Cancer Single Capricorns could meet a soulmate under
Vixen Venus pays her annual respects to your these magical moonbeams.
seventh house of committed partnerships for the
next four weeks, and during that time, some of
your wildest dreams may come true. In nurturing
Cancer, Venus adds sweetness and compassion. Let May 8: Sun-Jupiter opposition
your beloved know how you feel, and if any of your Ego alert! You think you’re exuding confidence, but
needs aren’t being met, find a way to communicate your demeanor could read as cocky, especially in a
that won’t put anyone on the defensive. Single? Not group setting. Take pains to acknowledge everyone
for long—unless you prefer it that way, of course! on your team instead of congratulating yourself.
It’s not that you should convey false modesty—just
May 25: Mercury-Pluto trine make sure you don’t take credit for the hard work
When the communication planet teams up with of the others who helped make this happen. On the
excavator Pluto, everything could come out into flip side, watch out for a narcissistic type who tries
the open. This can deepen your bond and add to overshadow you. Should that happen, you might
some spiciness to the union. But since Pluto rules need to toot your own horn a bit louder.
mysteries and our shadow sides, it’s probably best
to leave a few things to the imagination. May 11: Sun-Pluto trine
This is not a day for small talk—or stuffing your
May 26: Venus-Saturn opposition feelings down. Under this penetrating alignment,
Venus in your dynamic-duos zone will do almost you’ll want to connect to intense emotions you
anything to keep the peace and harmony in your may have been desensitizing yourself to. It takes
relationship. But during this face-off with structured courage to “go there”—even more to let yourself
be vulnerable. Yet the simple process of doing this making decisions or big announcements.
could totally transform one of your relationships.
May 13-June 29: Mercury in Taurus Hold people accountable, and they’ll give you
A creative and expressive cycle begins. Go forth their best! With these two luminaries flexing
and self-promote! This is a great time to turn up the your leadership muscles, you’ll have an easy time
volume and perhaps court fame. You work hard, motivating the troops to get the job done. You could
and you deserve some recognition for your talents! attract a moneymaking opportunity by adopting an
Don’t underestimate the importance of fun and attitude of quiet confidence and humble service.
laughter with Mercury in this playful zone.
May 16: Mars-Uranus square This is the second in a trio of trines (the first was
Work pressures may send you to your breaking December 2, 2017; the last will be August 19), and
point today, tempting you to do something a little it could spark a serendipitous merger with a kindred
outrageous. Your frustration is understandable, but spirit that has you believing you’re making magic!
don’t sabotage your own hard work by acting out. It’s a great feeling not to be a dissenter or an outlier
Go out to lunch with a trusted colleague and talk but an appreciated member of a dream team.
about your unhappiness. This person might have a
workable solution. If this isn’t the right job for you, May 29-June 12: Mercury in Gemini
start plotting your exit strategy. When the expressive planet swings into your
analytical (and critical) sixth house, think before
May 16-August 12: Mars in Aquarius you speak. Assume nothing and take pains to
Driven Mars blasts into your second house of communicate people’s tasks in crystal-clear terms.
work and finances, amping up your money mojo As a project progresses, plan to keep everyone
and making for one fast-paced summer. You can fully briefed—and be generous with the positive
wow the powers that be—but in the process, you feedback!
might be heading for burnout. Pace yourself, and
whenever possible, delegate!
June: Love Hotspots
May 23: Mercury-Jupiter opposition June 1: Venus-Jupiter trine
Too many cooks? While it’s great to source ideas Venus in nurturing Cancer and your relationship
from the hive mind, the deluge of strong opinions house is winking at expansive Jupiter in your
can leave you overwhelmed. Everyone will fancy friendship zone, which could stir up interest with a
themselves an expert under this smarty-pants previously platonic pal. Make sure you really want
aspect. But their ideas could be poorly formed and to go there, because once you do, you can never
their plans unrealistic. This is not a good day for pretend you didn’t. Couples can reignite sparks by
getting out of the house more, socializing with each June 14: Venus-Uranus square
other’s friends and traveling together. An unpredictable clash between Venus and
erratic Uranus might cause you to make knee-
June 2: Venus-Neptune trine jerk decisions. Hurt, jealousy, strong attraction—
Go ahead and initiate a heartfelt conversation whatever’s driving you, it’s anything but your
with your S.O. or a budding love interest. By being sensible side. Chemistry could ignite with someone
compassionate and really listening, you can deepen who’s devastatingly sexy but bound to bring
your bond or forge a genuine connection. Singles destabilizing drama to your life. Think twice before
might start seeing a friend with fresh (seductive) you invite chaos into your sphere.
eyes or meet someone through mutual connections.
The best dating advice? Follow your hunches. June 21: Venus-Mars opposition
The love planets are at total odds with each other
June 5: Venus-Pluto opposition today, and you’re not sure whether to follow your
Where’s the point where you end and your partner practical side or your passion. If you’re bored with
begins? If you’re starting to lose yourself in a your current situation, you may be tempted to go
relationship or are obsessing over a new crush, pull looking for excitement in all the wrong places.
back and regain your equilibrium. This could be Jealousy and possessiveness could disrupt the
a sign that you’re giving too much value to other harmony of a bond.
people and not enough to yourself. Flip that script!
June 25: Venus-Jupiter square
June 12-29: Mercury in Cancer Gasping for air? An all-consuming attraction or
With communicator Mercury blazing a trail in your relationship could make you feel claustrophobic
relationship house, you could undergo a total love and send you running for the exits. But unless
transformation. Couples who feel like they’ve lost you’re 100 percent sure you want to break free,
their mojo can bring back the magic. Single Goats take a step back and reassess the situation. Did you
should force themselves to get out there more— leap into something too quickly—or deeply? Are
alone or with another unattached pal—and set the your feelings reciprocated? If you need a sounding
bar high for someone with long-term potential. board, reach out to your most clear-minded and
objective friend.
This is a red-hot time for romance, as vixen Venus June 29-September 5: Mercury in Leo
wings into your intimate and seductive eighth The messenger planet nosedives into your eighth
house. Reshuffle your priorities to create more house, which is your cosmic chamber of secrets.
private time to focus on your most special someone. Over the coming six weeks, you might feel like
Unattached? Amp up your erotic energy and let opening up the vault and confessing something
friends know that you’re not averse to a sizzling a little lurid. If you’ve been harboring a steamy
summer romance. Intros, please! fantasy, isn’t it time you shared it with someone—
“When the communication planet swings into your

interpersonal house, you’ll enjoy the stimulating back-and-forth
that comes from brainstorming with a creative colleague.”
like your love interest—or maybe a sexy stranger a creative colleague. You can get a key partnership
that you have no intention of ever seeing again? back on track and nail down the terms of a contract.
June: Career Hotspots June 13: Gemini new moon

Order in the Capricorn court! This once-a-
June 1: Mercury-Mars trine year new moon in your sixth house of tasks and
Trust yourself and make that big ask! Savvy systems could usher in an epic overhaul. Start
Mercury in your analytical sixth house forms a with the most fundamental projects and keep the
golden trine to go-getter Mars in your money zone. momentum going. If you need to hire an assistant
You could present a cogent argument for a raise or service provider, don’t forget to check all their
or promotion. If you’re pitching a project, stick to references. This is also a good time to get busy
a simple plan. Focus on facts and figures and how with volunteer work.
your smart idea can solve their problem. No need
to oversell! June 26-August 27: Mars retrograde
The motivational planet could cause you to lose
June 7: Sun-Neptune square steam when it reverses course. Mars will first back
With el Sol in cerebral Gemini and your detail- up in Aquarius and your industrious second house,
minded sixth house, you might think you can keep and then, on August 12, in your own hard-working
track of everything that’s going on. Think again. sign. You won’t be sitting around twiddling your
Nebulous Neptune in dreamy Pisces is squaring thumbs, but you may feel like you’re swimming
the Sun today, meaning left-brained activities upstream all summer.
might prove an exercise in futility. Catch yourself
before you get lost in daydreams. And definitely June 27: Sun-Saturn opposition
make sure that anyone who works for you isn’t Progress: halted! A partnership or negotiation that
wasting time on social media! was gaining ground could hit a speed bump under
this tense face-off. While you do need to defend
June 12-29: Mercury in Cancer your principles, you also have to be willing to
When the communication planet swings into your compromise. Reevaluate your non-negotiables, and
interpersonal house, you’ll enjoy the stimulating if you have to hit pause to avoid blowing the whole
back-and-forth that comes from brainstorming with deal, go right ahead!
June 28: Capricorn full moon July 12: Sun-Pluto opposition

The year’s only full moon in your sign is shining a Control freak alert! The Sun in your relationship
bright light in your direction. What professional or house makes its annual opposition to micromanager
personal project is this-close to completion? Make Pluto in Capricorn. You may feel suddenly and
time to put the finishing touches on it today or in irrationally defensive if someone tries to get too
the next two weeks. Pay attention to intuitive hits— close to you. What’s really driving this need to put
you could have an out-of-the-blue epiphany about up walls? Chances are, it’s some old, unresolved
what you really want to do with your life. baggage that may have nothing to do with this
person. Inspect before you project!
June 29-September 5: Mercury in Leo
When the analytical planet dives into your eighth July 12: Cancer new moon (partial solar
house of research, investments and joint ventures, eclipse)
you’ll have cosmic support to team up with A potentially game-changing new moon in your
someone who can take your ideas to the next level. seventh house of committed relationships writes a
This is also a good six-week period to review your new chapter in your love life, and it will continue
portfolio and get some new long-term financial to unfold over the coming six months. Set some
goals off the ground. clear—and ambitious—intentions for what you’d
like to manifest in a partnership.
July: Love Hotspots July 14: Venus-Saturn trine
July 9-August 6: Venus in Virgo You don’t have to keep your dreams or concerns
Big love! Romantic Venus sails into your expansive to yourself. This grounding mashup is great for
ninth house, opening your mind to people and serious talks about your romantic goals, needs and
experiences outside your comfort zone. A cross- hopes for the future. If you want to make things
cultural connection may heat up. Coupled Caps more official, let your partner know. Single Goats
could turn up the heat through travel and trying could meet someone special through work or an
new things—both in and out of the bedroom! industry event.
Expect the unexpected today as unpredictable July 24: Venus-Neptune opposition
Uranus teams up with the romance planet. This This capricious collision across your communication
could spark a surprising attraction or perhaps axis could make you or your love interest flaky and
more. Couples should do something out of the non-committal. Neptune makes it hard to know
ordinary—it almost doesn’t matter what as long as what the other is feeling, and confronting them
it’s not the same old! probably won’t get you a straight answer. Maybe
a little time-out would keep you from jumping to
conclusions. Your own wildly fluctuating emotions
aren’t to be trusted either, so avoid making any they may have a hidden agenda. Pay attention to
major decisions today. what colleagues are doing so you don’t waste your
time trying to invent a wheel that someone else has
July 25: Sun-Uranus square already perfected.
Brace yourself for a day of hair-trigger tempers,
intense emotional battles and outsize egos. Petty July 8: Sun-Neptune trine
issues could blow up into major fights. The only People are receptive to your ideas under this
possible upside to all this tension is that it’s a great magnetic alignment of the confident Sun and
excuse to work out your differences in the bedroom. compassionate Neptune. Communication flows
with ease. You could attract the perfect person
July 26-August 19: Mercury retrograde in to partner up with today. No need to force
Leo an agenda—just be irresistible! When you’re
Uh-oh! Communicator Mercury makes a backspin genuinely excited about your ideas, people will
through your intense eighth house, driving up respond to your enthusiasm and naturally want to
jealousy, distrust and secrecy. get on board.
July 27: Venus-Pluto trine July 9: Mercury-Jupiter square

Take an emotional risk and confess something Tensions could rise on your team if a slacker is
you’ve been holding inside. It may not be easy, getting equal credit (and pay!) as the hard workers
but once you get started, you might feel better by in the lot. You might have to talk to someone who’s
revealing these deeper layers of yourself. in a position to rectify this. If you get credible info
that you’re not making as much as someone who’s
doing the same work, speak up and demand your
July: Career Hotspots fair share.

July 12: Sun-Pluto opposition
Don’t shy away from joining forces with someone
You could get dragged into a power struggle
under this powerful mashup. The right partner or
under this tense starmap. You prefer to keep a low
collaborator could grow your seedling of an idea
profile, but if you’ve been dimming your light to let
to unimaginable heights. You like the control that
someone else shine, you need to take your rightful
comes from working solo, but teaming up with
place at the center of the action. Of course, you’re
visionary people might be the missing puzzle piece!
the consummate team player, but you also get to be
the star sometimes!
Don’t be too quick to share state secrets today.
Someone might not be playing with a full deck, or
July 12: Cancer new moon (partial solar without getting upset, so think twice about going
eclipse) there today. Watch your own domineering or
This annual event in your seventh house of micromanaging ways.
partnerships could lead the way to an exciting
collaboration. Over the coming six months, you could
buddy up with someone in a position to advance your
ideas or turn you on to a profitable contract. August 2: Mars-Uranus square
The second of three Mars-Uranus scuffles (the
July 26-August 19: Mercury retrograde in Leo others are on May 16 and September 18) pits
When Mercury shifts into reverse in your eighth you between competing desires for stability and
house of joint ventures and hidden agendas, things excitement. You’re impulsive and prone to rash
could get wonky in the areas of communication, moves that could overturn your hard-won security.
technology and travel. Stay vigilant against identity If you’re feeling bored, you may be tempted to do
theft, making a point to change your passwords and something for thrills. But along with the excitement,
hit pause on any negotiations whose fine points you might also stir up drama that leaves a bigger
need further hashing out. mess than intended.
July 27: Aquarius full moon (total lunar August 6-September 9: Venus in Libra
eclipse) When the love planet strides into your tenth house of
Bring on the bounty! Not only does today’s full public image, romance might become a red-carpet
moon land in your money house, it’s a total lunar affair. Act like the power couple you are (or could
eclipse, which multiplies the odds of you hitting the be) by showing up at VIP events or just glamming it
jackpot. That could come in the form of a new job, up and hitting the town. Single? You may meet your
promotion, raise or plum client. And with the eclipse match at work, an industry event or a conference.
hosting a surprise party in the skies, an opportunity You could be attracted to someone a bit older or
may arrive when you least expect it. You might get more established, which feels pretty sexy!
an eye-opening push to start managing your money
differently. How about working to live instead of August 7: Venus-Mars trine
living to work? Red-carpet romance? Coming right up! The love
planets entwine in a harmonious angle, sprinkling
July 27: Sun-Mars opposition their magic in the most stable parts of your chart.
Stress around work or finances could erupt into Dress up for an upscale date, make plans for the
an ugly meltdown today. Someone’s power trip future, do something extra-special just because.
might push you over the edge, and you may have
an angry confrontation with a close collaborator.
If you’re frustrated, it will be hard to express that
August 9: Venus-Saturn square If you’re single, look at the underlying reasons you
Second thoughts? Cautious Saturn slams the brakes might not be quite so emotionally available.
on dreamy Venus, who might be getting a little
carried away with romantic pipe dreams or plans August 27: Mars retrograde ends
for the future. Make sure you both want the same Full steam ahead! Passionate Mars wraps up a
things for the long haul before you start deciding on frustrating two-month retrograde, the second half
baby names or China patterns. of which occurred in your sign. Don’t worry if you
lost some ground this summer—you’re back in the
August 11: Leo new moon (partial solar saddle and will be galloping toward your goals in
eclipse) no time!
This annual new moon in your intense eighth house
ramps up your chemistry and could bring a special
bonding moment. This year’s event happens to
coincide with a scorcher of a seductive eclipse. For August 2: Mars-Uranus square
single Goats, a simmering attraction may finally This is the second in a trio of these tense mashups
consummate. Couples might suddenly decide to get this year (the others are on May 16 and September
engaged or live together. The only thing you can 18), and the net effect might be overwhelming work
count on is that the situation will be very different pressure. Normally you can handle pretty much
six months from now! anything anyone throws at you. But at the moment,
you could use a break. Take some personal days and
August 12-September 10: Mars in Capricorn head for the beach or your secret escape. Letting off
The driven red planet returns for a second visit to some stream will do you a world of good!
your sign this year, ratcheting up all kinds of feelings
and desires. Because it’s retrograde until August August 6: Sun-Jupiter square
27, you might have to weather some relationship Big talk doesn’t always equal big action. Someone
storms. You may decide to split—temporarily or might be playing politician, serving up lofty
for keeps—or an old flame might come back for a promises with no clear plan for making good on
second act. Pump the brakes on that one! them. Don’t be afraid to ask for details, such as
financial projections or timelines. You may be
August 26: Venus-Pluto square dealing with a fragile ego. If you get a defensive
Control issues could bubble up with your mate or a response in lieu of actual data, that’s your cue
budding love interest, or one of you might be way to dig deeper before signing on the dotted line.
needier than the other. Emotional security is nice, Warning: You could be pretty thin-skinned
but not if it comes at the expense of your freedom! yourself today, so save group presentations or big
Don’t feel guilty if you need some personal space. reveals for another day.
August 10: Mercury-Jupiter square August 25: Sun-Uranus trine

When supersizer Jupiter flashes its high beams at It’s your outside-the-box ideas that will get you
a retrograde Mercury, you or someone you work noticed today. Whether you want to change the
closely with may present an outsized dream but world, get your name on the map or just redesign
no ideas for how to pull it off. Nip this in the bud the company website, you’ll have the support you
before you waste precious time, money or other need. Don’t be afraid to speak your truth—just
resources developing this. If anything, this is a good make sure your goal is to advance an important or
day to revisit an idea and see how much you can unifying message, not your ego.
scale it back.
August 11: Leo new moon (partial solar This grounding alignment gives you the influence
eclipse) and authority to inspire people to open their minds.
This transformational eclipse could open the If you get a chance to address a group, turn their
financial floodgates. Eclipses reveal things that were attention away from petty in-fighting and back to
hidden, and you might be the lucky recipient of an the bigger-picture opportunities.
unexpected bonus, commission or inheritance. The
coming six months are perfect for paying down debt August 26: Pisces full moon
or teaming up with a savvy partner for a mutual— The year’s only full moon in your communication
and profitable—win-win. corner could bring some big news or give you an
opportunity to have an important dialogue. Over
August 12-September 10: Mars in Capricorn the coming few weeks, you could team up with a
The planet of motivation reverses into your kindred spirit whose talents dovetail with yours.
sign again, spinning retrograde until August 27, Need to clear the air? This lunar lift helps you speak
during which time the pressure could build, but with compassion.
stay motivated by keeping your eye on the prize.
Make adjustments now, and when things are back August 27: Mars retrograde ends
on track next month, blast ahead on your project. Driven Mars ends its two-month retrograde that
began on June 26 and has probably heaped on stress
August 19: Jupiter-Neptune trine and caused some delays around your personal goals.
This is the third in a trio of rare trines (the first was Energy starts flowing again, returning your focus to
December 2, 2017; the second was May 25), and your passions and profit until late September.
it could point the way to an exciting collaboration.
Sharing the duties with like-minded people will August 28: Mercury-Jupiter square
lighten your workload plus it’ll make it so much Déjà vu all over again? You get a second shot to get
more enjoyable! your team back on the same page, and this time you
may succeed, because the communication planet
is moving forward. People may say they’re team September 12: Venus-Uranus opposition
players, but if you’re not seeing any evidence of This unstable alliance of romantic Venus and
that, take them aside and give them a final warning. volatile Uranus won’t do much to solidify your
Once they realize they can’t get over on you, they’ll relationship. If that’s not challenging enough, a
(probably) get back on task. controlling friend may offer unsolicited advice
about how to handle things. Um, thanks?
September: Love Hotspots September 18: Mars-Uranus square

September 8: Venus-Mars square The third of three intense clashes between these
Forget about trying to get a read on anyone’s hotheaded planets (the others were May 16 and
motives today, with the love planets at loggerheads. August 2) once again tempts you to do something
While you’re at it, don’t take everything (and rash and regrettable. Your frustration could reach
possibly anything) a romantic interest says at face a boiling point, and you’re about to explode. If
value. Before you bring up an emotional subject, you’re one step away from throwing caution to the
think about how it might come across. It’ll be easy wind and getting some instant gratification, think
to bruise people’s egos under this messy mashup. about all the ways your impulsive moves could go
wrong. How about deep belly-breathing first?
Friends with something extra thrown in? Vampy September 24: Aries full moon
Venus makes an extended trip through your This annual event might excavate some deeply
eleventh house of casual connections, which could buried emotions. If you trust your partner, don’t
turn up the heat with someone you never thought of be afraid to share with them. Big changes could
“that way.” You might meet at a party or through a be afoot on the home front, like a key swap, home
mutual friend. Online romance could also sizzle, as purchase or perhaps a pregnancy!
the eleventh house rules technology. Couples may
be craving a little more freedom and autonomy, so
save the heavy-duty romance for another time.
September 10-November 15: Mars in Open up your viewfinder and see things from a way
Aquarius broader perspective. When the thoughtful planet
Confidence is sexy—and irresistible! Proud Mars cruises through your visionary ninth house, stop
makes its second trip of 2018 through your second focusing on the details and turn your sights to the
house of self-worth. Stand up for what you deserve. big picture.
You’ll attract a different caliber of people once you
do! A workplace attraction could heat up, but make
sure you’re not playing with fire.
September 7: Sun-Neptune opposition support your efforts, especially if it means you’re not
Sometimes being able to see things from every as available for them. Pace yourself and prioritize,
point of view isn’t a good thing! When you see the and don’t take your eye off the prize!
merit in everything, it can be impossible to make
decisions. Under this confusing starmap, you could September 11: Sun-Pluto trine
drive yourself crazy weighing all the pros and cons. Leave the petty stuff to others today. What will get
Even with empirical data, you may just go with your you ahead is staying focused on the big picture and
gut. And because Neptune rules the subconscious speaking openly—and passionately—about your
and dreams, sleeping on it could lead you to the most visionary ideas.
perfect answer.
September 7: Mercury-Uranus trine Security or freedom? The third of this year’s three
Hello, creative visionary! With these clever planets squares between these heavenly heavyweights pulls
in sync, you’re at your innovative best today. Share you in stressful and dueling directions. Driven Mars
an out-of-the-box idea and inspire people to look in your stabilizing second house wants stability;
at the big picture. A long-distance or virtual unfettered Uranus is thirsty for excitement and
meeting of the minds could bring synergy from novelty. And with both hotheaded planets grappling
unexpected places. Avoid the Debbie Downer for control, it could be a recipe for a meltdown.
types and hang out with original thinkers who are
dreamers and doers. September 21-October 9: Mercury in
Libra
September 9: Virgo new moon Cerebral Mercury blasts through your goal-
This annual new moon in your expansive ninth oriented tenth house for the next few weeks,
house busts your boundaries by shoving you out making this prime time for long-term strategizing.
of your comfort zone—and into exciting new You know what your biggest goals are, but to
opportunities. Your secret weapon will be strategic help you track your progress, map out some
partnerships. The more unlike you these people intermediate milestones—and build in rewards to
are, the more brilliant your coalition will be. keep yourself motivated!
September 10-November 15: Mars in September 25: Sun-Saturn square

Aquarius No question you’ve got some lofty visions, but under
Driven Mars embarks on its second (retrograde- this undermining alignment, your self-doubt could
free) trip to your financial sector this year, amping lead you to question your leadership ability. Would
up your money mojo. You’re motivated to increase having a stronger team or infrastructure in place
your bottom line, and you have some big ideas help bolster your confidence? You need a rock-
toward that end. Just realize that others may not solid foundation to achieve lift-off, so look around
“The year’s only full moon in your passionate fifth house

may inspire you to share—or act on—your authentic
feelings, which you’ve been keeping under wraps since
the corresponding new moon six months ago.”
and make any and all necessary adjustments asap! could make you reconsider someone’s long-term
Don’t get dispirited; get busy! potential. Proceed at your own risk!
September 27: Sun-Mars trine October 24: Taurus full moon

Rise to the top! This confident and charismatic The year’s only full moon in your passionate fifth
cosmic coupling lands in your career zones, making house may inspire you to share—or act on—your
you an attractive pick to employers, clients and authentic feelings, which you’ve been keeping
investors. Be bold and ask for more than you think under wraps since the corresponding new moon six
you can get. If a project is floundering, take the months ago. Drama can ignite under this intense
reins. Your natural leadership abilities will shine lunation, so before you go full frontal with your
today, earning you respect and prestige. desires, make sure your audience is on board.
October: Love Hotspots October 24: Sun-Uranus opposition

Feeling bored—or claustrophobic? You might
October 5-November 16: Venus retrograde be tempted to start a fight just to get a reaction
Your love life might have to dodge some flying or to pursue a flirtation for “entertainment
wrenches as Venus shifts into reverse for six weeks. purposes only.” Be extra careful under this
As the bringer of harmony, her about-face could volatile starmap. “Casual” can quickly conflate
disrupt the stability or easy flow of your closest ties. into “complicated,” and getting out might not be
First, she’ll backspin through Scorpio and your tech as easy as getting in.
zone (until October 31), so maybe take a Tinder
holiday and give the “IRL” thing another chance. October 31: Venus-Uranus opposition
From there she’ll back up through Libra and your This precarious clash of the love planet and
future-oriented tenth house, possibly provoking unpredictable Uranus can raise your pulse, but it
some disagreements about upcoming plans. can also undermine the stability of your love life.
Friends may try to sway you, or chemistry could
October 10: Venus-Mars square bubble up with one of them. It won’t be easy to
While lusty Mars is cranking up the heat on an think before you act, but for your own sake, try!
attraction or affair, a cautionary square from Venus
October 31-December 2: Venus in Libra October 10: Mercury-Uranus opposition

When vivacious Venus struts into your prominent Bite your tongue—hard! You’re tempted to go
tenth house, you won’t be able to hide your off the rails and say what you really think under
feelings—or a surreptitious crush. Make sure no this dramatic and hotheaded face-off. And while
one stands to get hurt or embarrassed, and let the you probably could benefit from having a direct
world know! Single? Look no further than work conversation, today’s stars indicate that things
or industry gatherings. Just make sure you’re not might get upsetting and out-of-hand quickly.
stepping on company policy or compromising an
important client if you decide to “dabble.” October 12: Sun-Pluto square
Someone in a position of authority may be abusing
October: Career Hotspots their power, and you might enjoy raging against the
“machine.” (Or hmm, maybe you’ve been acting a
October 2: Mercury-Pluto square little high-and-mighty lately?) Before you act out in
Clashes with authority figures? Power struggles at anger or do something to turn the troops against
work? Today’s intense dynamics could get you all you, take a look in the mirror and own your role in
huffy and haughty and worked up into a lather. Be this situation.
careful about throwing your weight around. That
“don’t you know who I am?” routine could piss off the October 19: Mercury-Neptune trine
wrong people. Someone might behave in a secretive You’re so in tune with your tribe, it feels telepathic!
or calculating manner. Do some behind-the-scenes Mindful Mercury and psychic Neptune hook up
investigating, but don’t waste all day—your recon in your communication sectors, helping you lead
could turn up more questions than answers. with compassion. It’s a perfect day to get people to
cooperate and play nice together. If you’re pitching
October 8: Libra new moon an idea, you’ll find a receptive audience, so go for a
The year’s only Libra new moon electrifies your “soft sell.” Have things been tense on the job? Set
tenth house of career ambition, refreshing your pride aside and try to smooth ruffled feathers or, if
mojo and giving you some big ideas about what necessary, apologize.
your next steps might be. Stay alert for interesting
opportunities, or take the reins and let influential October 29: Mercury-Jupiter meetup
people know what you’re looking for. Inspire the masses! With outspoken Jupiter and
articulate Mercury uniting in your teamwork
October 9-October 31: Mercury in Scorpio house, your words can have a far-reaching impact,
Put your heads together! Mental Mercury in your both in-person and online. Is there a world-
group activity house makes this a great time for bettering cause you care about? Champion it and
team-building, collaborations and tapping the spread the word. Keep your message positive,
fertile “hive mind” for ideas. and you’ll draw followers who appreciate your
authenticity. If you’re not sure whether something connection, it won’t take much effort at all!
is appropriate to say or post, run it by a trusted
friend. You might be able to erase a Tweet instantly, November 15-December 31: Mars in Pisces
but you can’t delete it from people’s memories. Talk dirty (and flirty) to me! Randy Mars spends
the rest of the year in your communication house,
November: Love Hotspots spicing up the dialogue and helping you be more
upfront about your desires. Just make sure you don’t
November 6-March 7: Uranus in Aries come on so strong that you overstep boundaries or
Choppy waters on the emotion ocean? Radical overwhelm people.
Uranus makes one last voyage through your
sensitive fourth house, which can bring changes November 16: Venus retrograde ends
to your home, family and personal life. Are there The love boat navigates its way out of the rocks
situations that need to be upgraded or handled and gets back on course as vixen Venus returns
differently? Is a relative meddling in your love life to forward motion after an irritating six-week
or draining your energy? Use this time to plan big retrograde. Now you can resume talks about your
lifestyle shifts, from a move to deciding whether to future and shared goals—or, if you’re single,
start or expand your family. start meeting people who actually want to be in a
relationship. With Venus touring in this classy and
November 8, 2018-December 2, 2019: driven realm, you could meet a successful someone
Jupiter in Sagittarius at a VIP industry event.
Big news for Capricorns! Auspicious and expansive
Jupiter kicks off a 13-month tour of your twelfth November 16-December 6: Mercury
house of introspection, transitions…and soulmates! retrograde
Use the Law of Attraction to call in a “destined to While you may not blast ahead with a relationship,
be” connection. Regardless of whether it’s a forever this introspective three-week period is perfect for
situation, this person is likely to play an important some healing and forgiveness work—and you might
healing role in your life. want to start with you! Let yourself off the hook for
something you’re still beating yourself up for. No
November 9: Venus-Mars trine one’s perfect, Cap, and you know you always try
Meow! The cosmic lovebirds are dancing a sexy pas your best. Work with a therapist and really let it go
de deux in your goal-oriented houses, stripping you this time. When Mercury sails into your sign early
of any shyness or self-doubt and calling forth your next year, it can be like a rebirth!
inner sex kitten. Attraction could brew with pretty
much anyone you lay eyes on—friend, neighbor, November 26: Sun-Jupiter meetup
colleague—so be careful where you aim those This brilliant, once-a-year conjunction could be
mink lashes. But if you are looking for a new love one the happiest or luckiest days of your year! This
time, the annual summit electrifies your twelfth move into Capricorn in 13 months. Between now
house of recovery, transitions and soulmates. You and December 2019, focus on tying up loose ends,
can almost magically heal a sore spot in your planning an exit strategy from whatever you’ve
relationship by choosing to forgive and forget (or outgrown and being kind to yourself. This richly
asking for forgiveness). Singles might meet someone creative cycle shifts your imagination into high
who you feel like you’ve known for lifetimes—’cause gear. It’s ideal for artistic and spiritual types—or
maybe you have! for taking a “sabbatical” during which you dive
into discovery and let your next big thing find you.
November 30: Venus-Uranus opposition Don’t force it…let the universe handle the details!
Even pragmatic Capricorn has days like this—when
your emotions are undulating so wildly you feel like November 15-December 31: Mars in Pisces
you have whiplash! Today’s stars could be stirring Put it out there! With assertive Mars heating up your
up some deep fears or wounds, possibly around old communication house, you’ll be more vocal than
family baggage or getting too close to someone. It’s usual about your ideas. The squeaky wheel gets
hard to think about the future when you can barely the oil for the rest of the year (so start squawking!).
contain the feelings in the present. So don’t even Just watch a tendency to be argumentative as you’ll
try—just take care of you today, giving yourself the be tempted to play devil’s advocate or push a little
TLC you need. harder to close the deal. Ease up if people are
resistant, but don’t back off entirely. An exciting
November: Career Hotspots collaboration could get off the ground now.
November 7: Scorpio new moon November 16-December 6: Mercury

Don’t wait, collaborate! This galvanizing new retrograde
moon in your teamwork and technology zone Misunderstandings much? Communication planet
could bring inspiring new players into your orbit. Mercury makes its last backspin of the year, first
It’s a great day to network and plant the seeds for in your muddled twelfth house until December 1,
fruitful joint efforts that can unfold in the coming then in your teamwork sector. Back up important
six months. files, proofread all your posts and emails before
sending, and protect sensitive data. A faux friend
November 8, 2018-December 2, 2019: could be pretending to have your back while selling
you out. Don’t be too quick to trust people with
your trade secrets.
Downshift, Capricorn. Expansive Jupiter exits your
networking house after a busy year of expanding
your tribe and linking up with inspiring new people. November 19: Mars-Jupiter square
Now the larger-than-life planet enters your twelfth Under this square between aggro Mars and never-
house of transitions and closure, preparing for its say-never Jupiter, you want to dig in your heels and
keep fighting the “good” fight. But if you pause for December 7: Sagittarius new moon
a moment to observe, you’ll realize it’s only making This once-a-year new moon may bring living proof
matters worse. Dig deep and find the strength to that when one door closes, another opens. Your
compromise. Sometimes it’s actually more effective driven sign sometimes forgets that endings can also
to humble yourself and extend the olive branch. be beginnings. This transformational lunar lift in
your twelfth house of healing, endings and fantasy
November 23: Gemini full moon could ease a transition and put you more deeply in
This culminating full moon gives you the chance touch with your emotions and desires.
to step out of the action and assess how efficiently
you’re working. No need to stay the course just December 12-31: Mercury in Sagittarius
because you’re on it. This is the perfect opportunity Maybe it’s time to start powering down for the
to make necessary changes. You may do some hiring season after all! Communicator Mercury is in your
and firing before the year is out. Where could you restful twelfth house, indicating that burnout is on
stand to streamline? Once you cut the dead weight, the horizon unless you pace yourself. There’s no
you will feel so much lighter! shame in needing a mental vacation—we all do.
Now’s your chance. The upside? You’ll be refreshed
November 26: Sun-Jupiter meetup and ready to rock in the New Year if you give
The confident Sun makes it annual summit meeting yourself that cerebral space ahead of time.
with lucky Jupiter—this year in Sagittarius and
your receptive, imaginative twelfth house. What December 20: Sun-Uranus trine
do you want to manifest in the coming months? Don’t shy away from a situation because you’re
Visualizing isn’t a replacement for hard work, but afraid it’ll get too emotional. Counteract your fears
it is a necessary first step to success! by being the brave person who bares your soul first.
If you’ve never tried to be 100 percent honest with
your mate or a budding love interest, you may be
December: Love Hotspots pleasantly surprised at the new level of closeness it
December 2-December 31: Venus in Scorpio can bring.
Friends with benefits? You could feel an
unmistakable spark with someone who, up until December 21: Venus-Neptune trine
now, clearly resided in the “platonic pal” camp. This compassionate cosmic connection could spark
This phase can inspire secretive behavior, so before a loving conversation that deepens your bond with
you cross any lines, be honest about your intentions. your S.O. or love interest and helps you understand
These four weeks could herald a lighthearted and each other better. You may want to make a habit of
more independent cycle for couples. With the this! Singles might set off sparks with someone you
holidays upon us, you may enjoy doing more things meet through mutual connections. Take the lead in
as part of a group—together or separately. the conversation—there could be a real click.
“A passive-aggressive battle of wills might be in store.

People are digging in their heels and acting resistant.”
December 22: Cancer full moon December 5: Sun-Neptune square

You get a second shot at love or taking your Confusion reigns as nebulous Neptune in your
relationship in a new direction at the year’s second communication sector body-checks the Sun in your
full moon in your committed relationship house foggy twelfth house. People’s words and actions
(the first was January 1). This lunar light could will be out of sync, so take your time to sniff out a
help you improve your communication, take a phony. It’s better to stop and smell the roses than let
next step—or acknowledge where your work is someone lead you down the garden path.
cut out for you. Unattached? You might meet
someone with LTR potential. Go ahead and park December 6: Mercury retrograde ends
yourself under that mistletoe. Relief ! Communicator Mercury ends a
backspin that may have disrupted technology,
December: Career Hotspots communications and your day-to-day affairs.
People have been especially frustrating, acting
December 1-December 12: Mercury in evasive or sneaky. It’s been hard to get a sense
Scorpio of anyone’s true motives. Now that Mercury
Mastermind Mercury retrogrades back into straightens out, you’ll have a better sense of who
Scorpio and your group-activity zone, staying in you can trust.
reverse motion until December 6. Things might
not progress as quickly as you’d like, but this is still December 7: Mars-Neptune meetup
an excellent time to collaborate, crowd-source and Be firm but direct for best results today. You don’t
solicit feedback from your team. Bear in mind, you have to sugarcoat your requests, but you don’t have
might not actually get to launch anything new until to bulldoze people either. You could meet a kindred
after December 12. spirit who’s equal parts creative and go-getter.
Explore the idea of merging your superpowers on
December 2: Sun-Mars square a small joint project.
A passive-aggressive battle of wills might be in
store. People are digging in their heels and acting December 12: Mercury in Sagittarius
resistant. Watch that ice-queen shtick yourself. Slow down and give your brain the mental break it
Just because you say it sweetly doesn’t mean there needs, Capricorn! You’re been running on fumes,
aren’t daggers behind that smile. And trust us, and you’re headed for burnout. Now that cerebral
people can tell. Mercury will be taking up residence in your
introspective, imaginative twelfth house for the rest

of the year, you can start to recharge your batteries.
Don’t worry about “losing ground”: This is a great
time to drop your bucket deep into your well of
creativity. Brilliant epiphanies can hit while you’re
meditating, journaling—even sleeping, since your
dreams will be vivid and symbolic.

Take time to thank people for their contributions
and send out holiday gifts. Your Spidey senses are
also dialed up. If you get a strong “gut feeling,”
follow that intuitive trail and see where it leads.
You get a flash of inspiration about your grand
life purpose, so jot down any thoughts and start
drafting those 2019 resolutions.

The year’s not over yet, and you could be inking
something official at today’s full moon in your
partnership house. This is the second Cancer
full moon of 2018 (the first was on January 1).
One of those lofty New Year’s resolutions could
come true—with the help of a smart and savvy
collaborator. If a business relationship isn’t panning
out, muster the courage to part ways before you
drag this into 2019.

Under this confusing and guilt-tripping square,
you could end up working when you should have
taken the day off. Do a crosscheck to make sure you
haven’t forgotten anything—and don’t volunteer
to clean up anyone else’s mess. Set up those auto-
responders to let people know you’re not available
to field any S.O.S. calls. u
Aquarius 2018
AQUARIUS 2018 HOROSCOPE
AQ UA RIU S JA N UA RY 2 0 - F EB RUA RY 1 8
The Highlights
LOVE twelfth house. Pushing yourself past the point of
Your partnerships are going through a big burnout will take its toll. You’ll need to nip any
evolution this year, as four change-making people-pleasing habits in the bud and learn to
eclipses touch down on the Leo/Aquarius say “no.” Prioritize self-care and create a simple,
axis. Your personal needs and your approach soul-sustaining routine by rising, going to bed
to relationships are getting an overhaul. That and eating at the same general times each day.
could bring anything from a sudden split to a If you work in a wellness or healing profession,
quickie engagement to improved dynamics with Saturn can bring a boon for your career. Mid-
your longtime love. Balancing “me” and “we” is July, a solar eclipse in your sixth house of health
the greater goal of these eclipses—and always and fitness could give you a motivating push to
the holy grail for your independent but people- change your lifestyle.
loving sign.
FAMILY & FRIENDS
MONEY & CAREER Home is where your stuff is…and that’s a mantra
Cheers to your success, Aquarius! Expansive your nomadic sign can get behind. Changemaker
Jupiter is soaring through the top of your chart Uranus, your ruling planet, will start an eight-
until November, bringing fresh possibilities to your year visit to your domestic fourth house this
tenth house of career and ambition. This could May. Between now and 2026, you may move
be one of your luckiest years in over a decade several times, buy a home or expand your family.
to take a calculated professional risk. You might Your relationship with your mother, a child or
settle into a steady gig, get promoted through the a female relative may go through a lot of shifts
ranks or take an important new job that requires with Uranus in your feminine fourth house.
relocation or travel. Meantime, Jupiter in your tenth house of fathers
and men could strengthen your relationship with
HEALTH & WELLNESS a male relative. Fascinating new friendships crop
Need a nap? Structured Saturn is spending up at the end of the year, once Jupiter swings
the next three years in your restful and healing into your social eleventh house for 13 months. u
AQUARIUS Horoscope
Power Dates for Aquarius
AQUARIUS NEW MOON
February 15 (partial solar eclipse)
AQUARIUS FULL MOON

July 27 (total lunar eclipse)
SUN IN AQUARIUS
January 19–February 18
C
hange is in the air—and at the same Leading the charge toward stability is expansive
time, so is stability. Yup, 2018 is a bit Jupiter, which will soar through the very top of your
of a paradox that way. The planets chart until November 8. Jupiter is visiting Scorpio
seem intent on pushing you toward and your tenth house of success, leadership and
your goals while simultaneously throwing you professional pursuits, putting you in ambitious and
curveballs. Just when you think you’ve figured out optimistic spirits. You’ll be in high demand and
a plan, the universe laughs…though not unkindly. could receive public recognition for your expertise.
This year’s cosmic lineup is paved with Have you been freelancing or working on a flexible
opportunities to grow and prosper in every major schedule? You might land a more regimented nine-
part of your life. From your personal passions to to-five role now, maybe with an executive title or
your career to your relationship to your home, nice benefits. Auspicious Jupiter sets your sights on
there will be planetary action on all fronts. the long-term. Your relationship with your father
“‘La vie boheme’ could replace ‘home sweet home’ on your

welcome mat. Frankly, it suits you!”
or an important male could also be in the spotlight. boheme could replace “home sweet home” on your
But just as you’re getting settled, along come four welcome mat. Frankly, it suits you!
game-changing eclipses, which will fall on the Leo/
Aquarius axis this year. These eclipses are part Structured Saturn is also contributing to this
of a series running from 2017 until early 2019, flowy energy as it spends the next three years in
which are reshaping your individual path and Capricorn and your twelfth house of closure,
your closest relationships. You’re evolving rapidly, healing and mysticism. While you’re often the
Aquarius, and so are your needs. The nature of person in the middle of every crowd, don’t be
your partnerships, both business and personal, can surprised if you start craving a little time off the
change dramatically in 2018. grid. Solitude and contemplation help you grow,
and you might embark in a course of therapy or
Circle February 15 and July 27 for the two eclipses do some important forgiveness work. Saturn rules
that will touch down in your sign. July’s total lunar fathers and men, so there could be some “daddy
(full moon) eclipse, could bring a turn in the spotlight issues” to work through.
or a major epiphany about your life’s direction. If
you’ve been agonizing over the options, this may be With Saturn in the final zone of your chart, a
the flashing neon sign that helps you (finally!) figure long chapter is coming to an end. You may have
out an important next move. important items to wrap up in preparation for
Saturn’s entry into Aquarius in 2020, which will
That said, don’t rush to put down roots. Mid-May, set off a new 29-year life cycle. (Yup, it’s major!) If
unpredictable Uranus—your ruling planet—will you’re an artist or healer, Saturn could reward you
start an eight-year voyage through Taurus and your with recognition, especially if you’ve been dedicated
fourth house of home, family and foundations. You to your craft for a long time. Or, you may decide to
might move multiple times, buy property out of go deep into study with a master or mentor who
the blue or suddenly pull up the stakes and go full can help you hone your gifts.
Aquarian nomad. Family fluctuations could be part
of this pattern. On November 8, lucky Jupiter will sail into
Sagittarius and your eleventh house of popularity,
For example, you might relocate so your kids can bringing new and compatible people into your
attend a better school or to care for a relative in sphere for the next 13 months. Replace those user-
need. Communal Aquarians are often drawn to friendly types with like-minded trailblazers who
counterculture, so you might explore co-op living, are also up to big and interesting things. Ditch the
a housing swap that lets you spend a year abroad draining energy vampires and surround yourself
or in an Airstream trailer for a few months. La vie with an inspiring squad that brings out your best.
Jupiter in Scorpio: Your lucky career U-turn into a whole new field in 2018. Should you
cycle. switch your career from computer programmer to
October 10, 2017–November 8, 2018 Pilates instructor, or from midwife to mechanical
engineer? Well, why not?
Who’s on top? Looks like it’s you, Aquarius—the
fair-minded zodiac sign who “doesn’t believe in Maybe the change comes from your current job.
hierarchies.” Turns out, the stars are eager to hand For example, your company could restructure, and
the leadership mantle to you this year. Expansive management shuffles your duties or picks you to
Jupiter is spending 13 months in Scorpio lead an experimental new initiative. Embrace the
and your tenth house of career, success and opportunity to branch out, especially if it includes
public recognition. This could be your luckiest more accountability. Sure, that might be stressful,
professional cycle in over a decade because Jupiter but it’s also a golden window to show how competent
only comes here every 12 years, throwing open you are. Welcome the new and unchartered! For
doors (and windows!) of opportunity. Even better? some Aquarians, your best bet might be to adopt
With indie-spirited Jupiter in the picture, you the role of “intrapreneur”—someone who takes on
don’t have to sell out or become some corporate an entrepreneurial role within a big organization.
drone to achieve success. One of the grand ideas
you had during the last Jupiter cycle could turn The tenth house sits at the top of the zodiac
into something much bigger. wheel, and visionary Jupiter at its summit has you
pondering lofty topics, such as: How do I want to be
Jupiter rules expansion and the tenth house rules seen in the world? What kind of legacy do I want to leave
structure, which is a bit of a paradox. This year, behind? You could build a platform to spread your
you’ll discover how commitment can actually set message or develop “mastery” of a topic. Working
you free. When you prioritize by only devoting your with a seasoned veteran can increase your odds
energy to one or two ideas, you can accomplish so of success, since the tenth house rules mentors. If
much. Instead of scattering yourself in a million you’re already an expert in your field, you may be
directions, lean into a long-term goal. invited to speak in public. Invest in headshots or
sleek business materials to present the most polished
Jupiter was last in Scorpio from October 25, 2005 image possible.
until November 23, 2006. If you look back, you
may have started or ended a significant cycle With lucky Jupiter in your tenth house of
of your career that year. Are you ready for new corporations, your career could involve work
frontiers once again? Since Jupiter rules risk- with an established business or a publicly-traded
taking and evolution, you could feel like you’ve company. (Negotiate some stock options if you can!)
outgrown your current professional path. Or With lucky Jupiter on your side, don’t be surprised
you’re ready for some interesting projects to come if a major player makes you an offer. It might come
your way. Some Aquarians will make a dramatic with a chance to travel or relocate, which your
nomadic sign will probably welcome. Say yes to credentials or get mentorship from a professional
opening the company’s satellite office in Dusseldorf coach. Some Aquarians might look into formal
or Delhi! Even if you’re not the “power suit” type, management training—even a natural “people
you might surprise yourself by considering a full- person” like you could benefit from acquiring new
time position that offers a solid salary and benefits. skills now.
When worldly and inspiring Jupiter comes to your The tenth house is the domain of men, masculinity,
dutiful tenth house, you can rise into a role of great fathers and authority. This Jupiter transit could
responsibility. Somebody has to steer this ship, so it reframe your relationship to an important guy
might as well be your egalitarian sign. And no, you in your life—or even with men overall. This
don’t have to ditch your principles or turn into a philosophical phase may heal any “dad issues” or
Type-A control freak to do it. bring you closer to the father figures in your life.
While Jupiter is retrograde from March 8 to July 10,
Here’s a lesser-known thing about Aquarius: you might do some repair work on this relationship.
You’ve got a free spirit and a rigid micromanager Use this slowed-down time to dive into the nitty-
living inside you…and they regularly battle for gritty details of your ambitious plans.
domination. One minute you’re the teacher’s pet;
the next, you’re the badass problem child getting The way you deal with authority can also shift
marched to the principal’s office. In life, you’ll take under Jupiter’s influence. Maybe you spend a lot of
the most outrageous and mind-blowing risks, only time on Facebook blasting “our government” and
to follow them with a wave of anxiety and self- posting outrage-provoking news stories. Or you’re
doubt. (Your friends have talked you through plenty the office’s (uncrowned) water-cooler royal, always
of these freakouts, trust us.) griping to coworkers about the “terrible leadership”
in your company. Time to walk your talk, Aquarius.
Here’s why: Your sign’s ruling planet is If you don’t like the way something’s being done,
unconventional Uranus, the galactic shock-jock Jupiter challenges you to do something about it!
who spins sideways and shakes up the status Who knows? Maybe you’ll run for public office or
quo. But before Uranus was discovered in 1781, make an ally out of a decision-maker. Once you
Aquarius was under the governance of uptight have their ear, present your ideas for how to do
and old-school Saturn, which is still considered things better.
your co-ruler. So have a little empathy for yourself.
You’re controlled by both the most rebellious planet You make an inspiring public figure this year,
(Uranus) and the rule-enforcer (Saturn)…and you especially if you champion a cause that betters
never know which one to obey! people’s lives. From May through August, Jupiter
will travel in a rare and opportune trine (120-degree
Since Jupiter rules higher education, you might angle of harmony) to compassionate Neptune,
take some university-level courses to build your which is in Pisces and your second house of work
“If you work in a spiritual or healing field, your practice could

boom and you may even gain a small amount of fame. Don’t let it
go to your head, though—stay focused on helping people!”
and money. Use your influence to speak up against Get a small group together and mix morning sweat
something that’s unfair or to spread awareness sessions with socializing, or sign up for a charity
around an important topic. walk where you can bond while you burn. While
sea-god Neptune is traveling in tandem to global
You’ll crave goals with soul, paychecks with Jupiter, a wellness retreat by the ocean could have
purpose and meaningful moneymaking during your name written all over it.
this Jupiter-Neptune wave. You could interview for
a job that really makes a difference on the planet, The key to this Jupiter phase? Balancing the right
or spearhead an initiative in your own company. amount of autonomy and responsibility. You’ll
This is a great time to put your own money where crave more guarantees and long-term plans—but
your morals are. For example, maybe you’ll start a not so many that you feel hopelessly boxed in. Be
drive to earn a bounty for disaster relief efforts or wise with time and money management. You could
dabble in microloans to help women in developing end this phase on solid ground, ready to celebrate
countries build sustainable businesses. one of your most successful years yet!
If you work in a spiritual or healing field, your Jupiter in Sagittarius: Connect with
practice could boom and you may even gain your crew.
a small amount of fame. (Don’t let it go to your
head, though—stay focused on helping people!) Or,
you’ll adopt a more soulful approach to money and Who are the people you call “tribe,” Aquarius?
“prosperity consciousness” through meditation, Well, you could be meeting a lot more of them
mindfulness and creative visualization. The Law this November, when bountiful Jupiter starts
of Attraction is working overtime for you during hosting a 13-month party in your eleventh house
the Jupiter-Neptune alignment. Tune your field to of friendship, groups and technology. Aquarius is
abundance, not scarcity. the natural ruler of this zodiac house, so you’re
fully in your element here. Hooray! After a long
Health-wise, you may work with a trainer or join a and hardworking year, you’re ready for some levity.
boot camp program. Don’t go overboard, though. Teamwork truly does make the dream work now, so
Simple and sustainable habits are the key to spread some of that responsibility around.
meeting any fitness goals this year. For best results, Inspiring new collaborations and cutting-edge
infuse a spirit of fun and adventure in there, too. people could enter your sphere now. Outmoded
friendships may fall by the wayside, as growth- Saturn is your co-ruler and you’re strongly affected
driven Jupiter reshuffles your social circles. Don’t by its movements. Saturn’s last visit to Capricorn
ditch your true-blue crew, of course, but be aware was from 1988 to 1991. If you’re old enough to
of who you’re spending the most time with—and remember that far back, you might recall a similar
make sure they lift you up instead of dragging time of emotional or spiritual development.
you down. You might get more involved in your
community, perhaps even dabbling in politics or The twelfth house is the final portion of the zodiac
activism (that is, if you don’t already). wheel. It’s the realm of endings and closure, and
with Saturn here, you may experience some heavy
Since the eleventh house rules the virtual realm, you transitions. Do parts of your life feel outmoded?
may connect with like-minded people online. With You could do the hard work of letting them fall
entrepreneurial Jupiter here, this is a great time to away. If you’ve experienced a loss, this may be a
boost your social media presence or to invest in a period of reflection and mourning. As the saying
web-based business. The holidays could be one goes, you’ve got to feel it to heal it—there’s no
non-stop celebration this year, an opportunity to skimming the surface or sweeping things under
network and blow off steam. You might have a the rug now. The twelfth house governs supportive
career coup to celebrate. Why not do it by hosting people and guardian angels. Surround yourself
the party of the millennium, in true Aquarius style? with a wise tribe that can hold the space for you.
Saturn in Capricorn: Going deep, Has a relationship, job or lifestyle run its course?
doing the inner work. Tough Saturn will push you to get real about that.
Like a cosmic Marie Kondo, the tidy taskmaster
planet demands that you part ways with anything
Time to explore your inner landscape? Grab your that doesn’t “spark joy.”
headlamp—there’s a lot of terrain to cover. For the
next three years, structured Saturn, the planet of But there’s a legitimate reason to clean house this
maturity, hard work and foundation building, will year, Water Bearer. You’re sorting out what you’d
move through Capricorn and your healing twelfth like to bring into the next big chapter of your life!
house. That will officially begin in March 2020, when
Saturn shifts into Aquarius for the first time since
You may crave more solitude or time off the grid, 1993 and kicks off a new 29-year cycle. Major? You
perhaps to do some spiritual development or to bet. Saturn won’t fully settle into Aquarius until
pursue an artistic endeavor. This could be the year December 2020, but you’ll get your first taste of it
for a silent vipassana retreat or to record your demo from March to July of 2020.
in the studio. Turn inward and adopt a slower pace.
It will be hard during this busy year, but you’ll need In the meantime, your job is to take away, not
to consciously set limits and take breaks. add—to remove any obstacles that are preventing
“Shadowy Pluto and regimented Saturn jointly underscore

the need to balance mind, body and spirit. That means
learning to say “no,” which isn’t always easy for your sign.”
you from living your best life. Some of these could partner. Or, you experience health issues that are
be buried pretty far down in your psyche and clearly a mind-body-spirit connection. For clues,
might even stem back to early childhood. It will look to where in your life you feel helpless, or you
take some excavating. The twelfth house rules the wonder, “Why does this always happen to me?”
subconscious, and in addition to “talk therapy” you Welcome to your blind spots, Aquarius. We all have
might try meditation, sound healing or hypnosis them, and it’s time to examine yours. The silver
to reach into those hard-to-access regions of mind lining? You’ll emerge on the other side with rock-
and memory. With Saturn in this karmic sector, solid inner strength and self-awareness.
you could try a past-life regression or talk to a
reputable medium. As an experimental Aquarius, This is highlighted by the concurrent presence of
you’re probably no stranger to the world of Pluto, which is also in Capricorn from 2008 to 2024.
“energy healing.” But don’t expect to just lie down The god of the underworld is taking a long, slow
with a crystal on each chakra while some pseudo- and seismic boat ride across your personal River
shaman “aligns” you. Nope. Saturn will ask you to Styx. Much like the Loch Ness monster, some parts
participate in the process of your own inner work. of your “shadow” side have broken the surface and
offered a fleeting view of themselves. But were
The twelfth house can be persistent with its these sightings real…or just your imagination
messaging when Saturn rolls through. You’ll playing tricks on you?
palpably feel any imbalances in your body if some
part of your life is “off.” Denial can manifest as Saturn, the ruler of all things terrestrial and
health challenges that force you to confront these tangible, ensures that these hidden parts of yourself
hard issues. If you’re struggling with any sort of will rise above sea level and properly introduce
addiction, this Saturn cycle can be a powerful themselves. At times, you’ll have to get into murky
recovery period. waters—but the plunge won’t be quite as far. As
buried treasures and traumas surface, be sure to
Your devoted efforts—guided by well-vetted have the proper support systems in place (we can’t
professionals and practitioners—can root out say this too many times).
blocks you didn’t realize were there. Maybe these
show up as anxieties and irrational phobias. They Shadowy Pluto and regimented Saturn jointly
could be recurring patterns: You always attract underscore the need to balance mind, body and
the same toxic type of friend or boss or romantic spirit. That means learning to say “no,” which isn’t
“Don’t rush to fill up the blank spaces with new people

and activities. The kindest thing you can do for yourself
is to carve out time for solitude and serenity.”
always easy for your sign. You have a people-pleasing industry. Your status as an “emerging talent” or
side that wants to keep everyone happy, even if it’s “underground sensation” could make you an indie
at your own expense. 2018 has important lessons darling—one who changes people’s lives with a
in store about the difference between empowering soul-stirring message.
and enabling. Cut those codependent cords now.
Uranus in Taurus: Home and family
While Saturn rules boundaries, the twelfth changes.
house dissolves borders. This combination is a
May 15, 2018–April 26, 2026
bit of a paradox (much like everything else this
year!). How can you set limits with people while “Not all who wander are lost,” wrote J.R.R.
still maintaining intimate ties? That will be your Tolkien. But hey, so what if they are? A period of
Gordian knot to unravel. This Saturn cycle will both inner and outer reinvention begins on May
teach you that compassion doesn’t have to mean 15, when changemaker Uranus moves into Taurus.
sacrificing your own needs or letting people walk This eight-year cycle will shake up your fourth
all over you. If a few lopsided relationships fall house of home, family and emotional foundations.
away, good riddance! Between now and April 26, 2026, you could
embrace a new way of life, relocate, or undergo
Don’t rush to fill up the blank spaces with new changes in your family structure such as a birth or
people and activities. The kindest thing you can an adoption. Maybe you’ll become an empty nester
do for yourself is to carve out time for solitude and and experience your own “second youth.”
serenity. This could be a rich creative or spiritual
cycle. If you’re a professional healer, you might Uranus is your ruling planet and you’re affected by
open a practice, earn a certification or become a its transits more than any other sign. The celestial
recognized leader in your field. Artists could garner side-spinner is driven by a thirst for change,
public acclaim after toiling away at their craft. progress, revolution. That seems like it would be
You might seek representation by a gallery, agent a no-brainer for your adventurous personality.
or producer—someone who can add polish or put But while Aquarius is naturally nomadic, you’re
you in front of a bigger audience. Do your part by also one of the four “fixed” signs, and you crave
setting up a sleek website or an online portfolio, so security. In between your worldly expeditions, you
people can understand the depth and breadth of need to return to a stable home base. A paradox?
your work. Gather testimonials and “social proof ” Sure, but that’s how you roll.
to help establish your credibility in a crowded
“Uranus only visits each sign every 84 years, so this is a once-in-a-

lifetime cycle. Since March 2011, Uranus has been in Aries and your
third house of communication, neighborhoods and social circles.”
With such changeable energies in your home sector, friends. Uranus will turn retrograde from August 7,
putting down roots could be challenging. Just when 2018 until January 6, 2019, backing into Aries for
you start to get comfortable, circumstances and one last hurrah from November 6, 2018 until March
people come along to upend your plans. Uranus 7, 2019. This is one final push to revolutionize your
rules surprises, and your personal life will be full of message and connect with quirky kindred spirits,
them. You may have a rotating cast of roommates— both online and in real-time. Then, Uranus will
from relatives going through transitions to exchange move into Taurus for the long haul, staying until
students to fascinating friends who introduce you to April 2026.
new ways of seeing the world (from the comfort of
your couch). A gifted but eccentric child may enter Eclipses in Leo & Aquarius: Balancing
your life. Since Uranus rules technology, you might relationships and self.
decide to start an online business from home to give
yourself more flexibility.
Relationship revolution: incoming! Four of this
Emotions you’ve suppressed may come up now, year’s five eclipses will touch down on the Leo/
and if you try to stuff them down, erratic Uranus Aquarius axis, sweeping through your first house
could even make you accident-prone until you of self (governed by Aquarius) and your seventh
deal. Since the fourth house rules women and house of relationships (ruled by Leo). These are
mothers, there might be changes with a maternal part of a two-year eclipse series happening from
figure. An unconventional woman could be a big February 2017 to January 2019 that will retool the
influence, opening your mind and heart to new balance between “me” and “we.” When is it time
ideas. You may get involved in feminist activism or to be a team player, and when should you focus on
championing the rights of women and children. Numero Uno? These eclipses help you strike the
right balance.
Uranus only visits each sign every 84 years, so this
is a once-in-a-lifetime cycle. Since March 2011, New partnerships, both business and romantic,
Uranus has been in Aries and your third house of could be on the horizon in January and August,
communication, neighborhoods and social circles. when eclipses in Leo bring hallmark changes to your
You’re already known for keeping a colorful cast of interpersonal sector. Eclipses can serve up sudden
characters around you, but this last Uranus cycle changes—people and situations are ushered rapidly
brought significant shifts in the people you call into and out of our lives.
For some Aquarians, these two eclipses might deliver news designed to wake us up and inspire big shifts.
“make it or break it” moments. A commitment may This one will kick off a new eclipse series falling
be tested or you’ll get a sudden offer to team up on the Cancer/Capricorn axis between now
with a powerful collaborator. Romantically, some and July 2020, which will revamp your approach
couples will catapult into official territory—and to wellbeing—mind, body and soul. You might
rather quickly! (Dash to City Hall, anyone?) For radically change your lifestyle, incorporating clean
others, these eclipses could bring a sudden split or a eating, meditation and regular exercise.
push off the fence if you’ve been sweeping an issue
under the rug. You may get doctor’s orders to change your habits,
which will ultimately be for the best. If you haven’t
February and July put the spotlight directly on done checkups or age-appropriate screenings,
your individual needs and endeavors. Eclipses in schedule these near the July eclipse. As Benjamin
Aquarius will ignite your first house of self and Franklin said, an ounce of prevention is worth a
appearances. You could surprise the world with pound of cure. Managing stress will be a huge piece
anything from a revamped personal style to an of this transformation, and these eclipses will teach
assertive new attitude. You might break away from you to delegate instead of struggling like a martyr.
confining people and situations now—though be
aware that eclipses can make us impulsive. Still, A new line of work, possibly related to wellness or a
the energy may be too powerful to resist, and you’ll “green” industry, may call to you. Pets are ruled by
decide that you’d rather “beg forgiveness than ask the sixth house, and you could adopt a furry critter
permission.” out of the blue now. Hey, it is the Year of the Dog
in Chinese astrology, after all! u
The spotlight could land on you unexpectedly and
a solo project might take flight. These two eclipses
are your star turn, so don’t feel obligated to bring
everyone else along for the ride now. Trust that
you’re “enough” on your own—and go have your
moment!
Cancer Solar Eclipse: Health and

work in the spotlight.
July 12
Salud! On July 12, a partial solar (new moon)

eclipse falls in Cancer, energizing your sixth house
of health and fitness. Eclipses bring unexpected
AQUARIUS 2018 HOTSPOTS
AQUARIUS: HOTSPOTS BY MONTH

January: Love Hotspots for a healing conversation that can lay resentment
and raw emotions to rest. Caution: You’ll be
January 6: Mars-Jupiter meetup susceptible to a smooth talker’s charms, so run
You’ve got some big ideas for the future and are them through a few cross-checks before riding off
driven to lock down a plan. But whoa! Are you into the sunset.
coming on a wee bit strong? (Hint: Yes.) Before
you get carried away, make sure the other person is January 12: Mercury-Saturn meetup
ready to “go there” with you! Reality check! Mercury in your illusion-spinning
twelfth house tempts you to play the victim
January 9: Venus-Pluto meetup card. But accountable Saturn reminds you to
This intense annual mashup of the love planet take personal responsibility for your role in the
and penetrating Pluto in your unconscious realm situation. You don’t have to minimize wrongful
can bring up strong feelings, including jealousy or actions—just look at where you can make better
possessiveness. It’s easy to project your own issues choices in the future.
onto a lover now, so check in with yourself before
you accuse or attack. January 13: Venus-Uranus square
Don’t be cruel! If you’re feeling hyper-critical and
January 9: Sun-Pluto meetup starting fights just to get a rise out of someone,
You’re powerfully perceptive today, so if you’re rein yourself in. Unless you’re trying to end a
picking up vibes from someone, don’t dismiss them relationship, stop bickering and listen to what each
as your imagination. Sensing chemistry? Turn up other is saying. Single? Give your swiping fingers
the seduction. Feel like someone’s upset with you? a rest today. You’re likely to find something wrong
Ask them. With the confident Sun filling your with every potential match.
courage cup, you could finally feel grounded (and
generous) enough to forgive a person you’ve been January 16: Capricorn new moon
on the outs with. Sweet surrender! Today’s new moon in your twelfth
house of receptivity invites you to let down your
January 11-31: Mercury in Capricorn walls and begin a loving new chapter. Let go in
Dream a little dream—or a full-blown fantasy! order to begin anew.
With mental Mercury in your windswept twelfth
house, there’s no limit on what your imagination January 17-February 10: Venus in Aquarius
could conjure. Got a willing partner to act that out? Hello, hot stuff! Venus vamps into your sign for
Indulge with abandon. This is also a powerful time the next three weeks, cranking up your magnetic
mojo and turning you into a first-rate head-turner. January 6: Mars-Jupiter meetup
Whether you’re currently single or attached, you Glass ceiling: shattered! When go-getter Mars and
will be in the mood for love! expansive Jupiter unite in your career house, the
only limits are the ones in your imagination. This
January 26-March 17: Mars in Sagittarius is a day to give blue-sky possibilities a solid plan.
Friends with (frisky) benefits? Spicy Mars takes a Don’t be too quick to take “no” for an answer. Got a
randy romp through your eleventh house of group big idea to sell? If it won’t trample boundaries, skip
action and technology. You could meet some just- the middleman and head straight to the decision-
for-fun prospects online or IRL—and you’ll be makers. But if that’s frowned upon, proceed with
downright magnetic at any party or gathering. For caution so you don’t get a reputation as self-serving.
couples, this is a great time to ramp up your shared
events calendar, as mingling will make your hearts January 12: Mercury-Saturn meetup
beat faster. Someone might be trying to advance their agenda
and is unconcerned about stepping on other
people’s toes. With communicator Mercury aligned
January: Career Hotspots with boundary-hound Saturn, you may need to
January 1: Cancer full moon (supermoon) speak on behalf of a group and let this person
The annual full moon in your detail-driven know that their behavior isn’t acceptable. Pro tip:
sixth house can help you get organized and Do this in as few words as possible!
streamline your systems—or it can send you into
micromanager mode. Stay conscious of how January 24: Mercury-Pluto meetup
obsessed you’re getting. Anxiety can rise and Be careful whom you confide in today! With
negatively affect your health. Since the sixth house mouthy Mercury and calculating Pluto in your
also rules wellness, why not get serious about sneaky twelfth house, that “nice” person could be
kicking off a 2018 fitness plan—one that includes buttering you up or trying to weasel some intel out
meditation and stress reduction! of you. A colleague might say all the right things—
but can they back that smooth talk up with action?
Don’t hate; innovate! With the two most original January 26-March 17: Mars in Sagittarius
planets aligned in your people houses, your crew When the action planet leaves your ambitious
could come up with an ingenious solution. Tap career sector and blazes into your teamwork and
into the hive mind today—it will be abuzz with technology sector, you may get invited to join a
brilliance. Feeling stuck? Put out an SOS to your group project or master a new software program.
network instead of trying to problem-solve this Whatever you do, you’ll be unstoppable!
one solo.
January 28: Mercury-Uranus square February 10-March 6: Venus in Pisces

Compulsion alert! Today’s stars percolate with Voluptuous Venus adds some spice to your V-Day
nervous energy, and decisions made from this with her charming presence in your second house
anxious mood won’t be thought out well enough. of practical luxury. You won’t have to go into debt
Put your neurotic inner child in time-out—and try to enjoy some upscale dates. In this placement, the
to avoid making any major commitments while love planet is also seeking security, so let people
you’re in this headspace. know what’s in your heart.
January 31-February 17: Mercury in Aquarius February 21: Venus-Neptune meetup

You’ll be on fire for the next few weeks as silver- Pull out the stops! When sensual Venus unites with
tongued Mercury blazes a trail through your sign. dreamy Neptune in your material second house,
With this gift of gab and an amplified assertiveness, pampering is the order of the day—and night.
you’re your own best advocate. Share those brilliant Give yourself a (generous) budget and indulge.
ideas and shamelessly self-promote your mission! Book a massage, go for some retail therapy, treat
yourself to a decadent meal. This will get you
January 31: Leo full moon (total lunar in the mood for love—which of course includes
eclipse & supermoon) self-love.
This is the second full moon this month—a blue
moon!—and because it lights up your partnership February 25: Venus-Mars square
sector, you’ll be on the fast track to an exciting Your desire for security in a relationship with
contract or business alliance. Full moons signal Venus in your grounded second house could be
completions, and under this one, you might decide undermined by Mars’ lusty appetite. Part of you is
it’s time to part ways with a collaborator. There are happy and content with the status quo, yet another
no halfway measures under total lunar eclipses! side is yanking on your leash. Stay present and
don’t let yourself do anything too crazy.

You’d be more than happy to let love rule, but February 10: Sun-Jupiter square
demanding Jupiter in your career corner is sending With the Sun in your sign, people are taking notice
a warning signal to the love planet in your sign. of you, and an exciting opportunity could drop
Sigh. You may have to juggle some priorities to in your lap. But with no-limits Jupiter shooting a
keep everyone happy, but don’t compromise your dubious square, you might not feel ready to take on
most important values. that much responsibility. But really, why not give it
a shot? Of course there will be a learning curve, but
look to your past accomplishments to remind you
of what a quick study you are!
careful about lending money to a friend today—

February 13: Mercury-Jupiter square that is, unless you don’t mind the possibility of it
Stop that runaway train! Your ideas and promises becoming a donation.
might not be in alignment with the bigger-picture
plans that are already well in motion. Don’t go February 25: Mercury-Neptune meetup
rogue and derail the master strategy or hijack a Money slipping through your fingers? Then maybe
team effort with your own agenda. People won’t you should stop greasing everyone’s palms! Today’s
take kindly to being surprised like that. combo of impulsive Mercury and needy Neptune
could force you out of denial about your spending
February 15: Aquarius new moon (partial (and shopping) habits. Nobody made you click that
solar eclipse) “buy now” button…did they? On the upside, this
Chinese Year of the Dog magnetic duo can help you manifest a money-
The year’s only new moon in your sign is like your making opportunity. Put your powers of creative
own personal new year! Take a minute (or several) visualization to work—and don’t limit them to
to reflect on the resolutions you made last month dreaming about a new car or shoes.
and make any necessary tweaks or additions.
Today also kicks off the Chinese New Year of the February 28: Mercury-Mars square
loyal Dog, whose steadfast devotion will serve as a The heat is on! You’ve got a fully loaded task list,
great model for your own behavior in the coming but everyone keeps asking for more. Have you
six months. promised to meet unrealistic deadlines? Instead
of driving yourself over the edge, ask for more
February 17-March 6: Mercury in Pisces time. You still might need to burn some midnight
When articulate Mercury swings into your second oil. Your friends won’t understand and could give
house of work and finances, you’ll have no you a hard time if you cancel—but responsibilities
problem talking about money. Take a lead role in come first.
pitch meetings; impress prospective clients with
your understanding of their goals. With these
supercharged powers of persuasion, you’re the best
person for almost any job! March 1: Venus-Jupiter trine
Relationships, even of the committed variety, don’t
February 17: Mars-Neptune square have to feel confining or limiting. Under this loving,
You could feel pressured to cave to groupthink or expansive alignment, plan an adventurous trip
get guilt-tripped into following someone else’s ideas with your sweetie or enroll in a horizons-widening
against your better judgment. This is no time to course. Single? You could meet someone of real
be “nice.” Ask for the necessary backup materials interest…while traveling or taking a class!
before you go along with someone’s plans. Be
March 1: Virgo full moon may have to deal with some deeply buried issues.
The year’s only Virgo full moon lights up your Sleep will be more important than ever now, and
eighth house of intimacy and seduction, stoking the anxious Mars in your restful twelfth house could
flames of desire. You could feel some undeniable bring on nights of tossing and turning. Hedge
chemistry that borders on the volcanic. This lunar your bets by powering down all your electronics
lift can lead to extremes, whether it’s a night of epic at least an hour before you hit the pillow. If you’ve
eroticism, talks of moving in together or possibly been considering a new bed or mattress, this is a
breaking up. perfect excuse!
March 4: Mercury-Venus meetup March 23: Venus-Pluto square

You’ll have the confidence to express your feelings Are you expecting your love interest to be able to
clearly, without getting too emo or demanding. In read your mind in addition to satisfying your every
fact, speaking up for your needs and values could need? That might be a bit too much to ask. Under
attract someone who shares them. For couples, it today’s passive-aggressive clash, your self-protective
could bring you closer. side could be undermining clear communication.
Come out and say it already; this person can handle
March 6-31: Venus in Aries the truth!
When radiant Venus swings into your third house
of communication and local goings-on, you could March 31-April 24: Venus in Taurus
set off sparks with someone you meet hanging out When touchy-feely Venus swoops into your
or through your social circle. In a relationship? nostalgic fourth house, you’ll want to cozy up to
This harmony-restoring transit puts the emphasis your favorite plus-one—and not much else. Let
back on mutuality. Listen to each other without the loving vibes flow, since talk could easily turn to
getting defensive. meeting each other’s families, moving in together
or perhaps baby-making!
March 13: Venus-Saturn square
Don’t be afraid to broach a hot-button subject out
of fear you’ll hurt someone’s feelings or trigger
a fight. When you need to be direct, as long as March 1: Virgo full moon
you’re fair and kind, there’s no reason to feel guilty. This full moon in your eighth house of big money
If anything, having to walk on eggshells around could bring a hefty payday—or payout—and cause
someone will only lead to resentment. Work up the a shift in the way you handle your finances. If your
courage to speak your truth! money is tied up with someone else’s, schedule a
discussion for some time in the next two weeks to
March 17-May 16: Mars in Capricorn make sure you’re both on the same page.
When energizing Mars swan-dives into Capricorn
and your subterranean zone for two months, you
“Here comes trouble? Randy Mars slips into your twelfth

house of fantasy, illusion and hidden agendas. You could easily
get swept away by a charming but unreliable character.”
March 2: Mercury-Jupiter trine March 11: Mercury-Saturn square

Pitch away! Not only will you know exactly how to Resistance is the only thing you’ll get today, even
communicate your big ideas, but your enthusiasm if you make a strong and smart case for your idea.
will get everyone excited about the lofty vision Blame it on a tough battle between persuasive
behind them— and inspired to do whatever it takes Mercury and staunch Saturn. Asking “why?” won’t
to pull this off! get a rational response. Maybe it’s best to leave this
subject alone for now.
March 4: Sun-Neptune meetup
Work the Law of Attraction today! Your manifesting March 13: Sun-Jupiter trine
mojo is in high gear, thanks to a merger of receptive Under this auspicious pairing, everything will be
Neptune and the bold Sun in your money sector. If coming up roses! With the fearless Sun in your
you can visualize abundance, you can magnetize it. money zone teamed up with lucky Jupiter in
your career house, this is a great day to schedule
March 6-May 13: Mercury in Aries interviews, do a live presentation and position
Bring on the brainstorms! You’re a one-Aquarius yourself as a leader in your field.
ideas machine for the next ten weeks as 100-watt
Mercury lights up your cerebral and social third March 17: Pisces new moon
house and brings one light-bulb moment after This transformational new moon in your financial
another! Maximize your potential by teaming up zone is the only one of its kind this year, so plan
with like-minded people. to make the most of this groundbreaking energy.
Where others see obstacles, train yourself to see
March 11: Mars-Uranus trine only opportunities. Then max them out with hard
Synchronicity! Driven Mars and innovative work and an unblinking vision.
Uranus in your interpersonal spheres can set
cutting-edge collaborations on fire. Sharing March 17-May 16: Mars in Capricorn
passionately about your unique ideas could Here comes trouble? Randy Mars slips into your
draw support. Look to technology to spread the twelfth house of fantasy, illusion and hidden
word, whether through a social media blast or a agendas. You could easily get swept away by a
crowdfunding campaign. charming but unreliable character. A breakup
might be contentious, or old feelings of resentment
may rise up. Is there something you’ve avoided
facing? Now’s the time to do that painful but might surprise you with their support. The ninth
necessary closure work. house rules travel, publishing and higher education,
and la luna could inspire you to try something a little
March 22-April 15: Mercury retrograde in daring in one (or all) of these areas!
Aries
Mercury, ruler of technology, travel and
interpersonal affairs, makes a slippery backspin, April: Love Hotspots
which could foil efforts in all of these areas. Back
up your data to the cloud; triple-check all plans and
Everyone needs limits—even you. As reckless
reservations. If you’ve been waiting for an answer
Mars unites with stop-in-your-tracks Saturn, it’s
or green light, you may have to sit on your hands a
like having one foot on the gas and the other on
little longer—this isn’t a favorable time to seal any
the brake. Since they’re colliding in your foggy
deals anyway.
twelfth house, slow down instead of trying to force
an agenda. Have you been carrying an unrequited
March 24: Sun-Mars square torch for too long or spewing the same bitter tale
Hidden agendas may be lurking just beneath the about the person who wronged you? Enough’s
surface. Someone (possibly you) could be throwing enough. Let this go and move on!
their weight around and pulling rank. It won’t take
much for work pressures to get to you today. Before
April 7: Venus-Saturn trine
you snap, take a walk around the block, drop in
This grounding connection helps you initiate
at a meditation class or see if you can book a last-
a mature and healing conversation about an
minute “emergency” massage!
emotionally charged subject. No matter how
close you are to this person or how well you know
March 29: Sun-Saturn square them, create a sense of safety by establishing some
Try to suss out what people aren’t saying today. Look mutually agreed-upon boundaries and by only
past the smiling and nodding, and pay attention speaking in “I” terms—not the accusatory “you.”
to body language and other nonverbal cues. Bear
in mind that they might be trying to decode your
April 11: Venus-Mars trine
subtler signals, so be careful what you reveal in
A heart-opening trine between the love planets
public. If you’re sharing a confidential idea, get
brings out your softer side. Don’t be afraid to get
them to sign a non-disclosure agreement first.
sentimental. A proposal, baby plans, meeting a
soulmate…today’s stars could serve up a Hallmark
March 31: Libra full moon moment or three.
This empowering full moon in your visionary ninth
house could lead to a professional breakthrough.
Don’t hold back your more avant-garde ideas. People
April 17: Venus-Jupiter opposition

There’s no denying the feelings you have for
someone, but under this security-seeking starmap, April 1: Sun-Mercury meetup
that may not be enough. Today could bring a Your mind is sharp and your confidence
clarifying discussion around long-term goals. And unflappable. Rock your powers of persuasion
if one of you has been acting a little clingy or today! Make a bold pitch to a well-connected
needy, now’s the time to bring it up and see what’s person. DM an influencer whose work you admire.
underlying that. Only by understanding can either Share about a recent experience that taught you a
of you do anything about it. valuable lesson. Your words can inspire others.
April 17: Venus-Pluto trine April 4: Mercury-Mars square

Go deep! You’ll feel safe enough to let yourself A team project could start to veer off the tracks
be vulnerable with someone who’s earned your when in-fighting or competition pull people in
trust. Penetrating Pluto in your subterranean opposing directions. You may need to have an
sector could inspire you to share a secret you’ve awkward conversation about money or scheduling
been keeping under wraps. Scary? Sure! But this or someone’s blatant power play. Before you can
openness can deepen your bond or, if you’re still expect to make any progress, you have to get people
seeking, your willingness to “go there” could to commit to a common agenda or approach.
attract a sensitive soulmate.
April 11: Sun-Pluto square
April 24-May 19: Venus in Gemini Master manipulator alert! A charismatic figure
When Vixen Venus struts her stuff in your could dazzle you today. With all those stars in your
passionate fifth house, it could set off fireworks— eyes, it could be hard to recognize a smooth-talking
and a romantic renaissance! This doesn’t have to be person’s ulterior motives. A gaslighter could try to
a “forever” thing. Just turn up the heat and enjoy pin the blame on you—or take credit for your work.
the warmth! Stay alert and keep your guard up. Be careful what
you put in writing or share online. You never know
April 29: Sun-Saturn trine whose hands this could end up in.
You’ll have no trouble expressing what’s on
your mind, but what’s in your heart? With the April 15: Aries new moon
bold Sun connected to restrained Saturn in your Plant the seeds for a creative project or partnership.
subterranean sector, it’s the things you don’t say Ideas hatched today could develop in the coming
that could work against you. Are you still holding six months. You may not get an immediate green
back a little piece of yourself, either out of fear of light, but this is a good day to send out proposals
being hurt or because you’re still carrying a torch and to explore ways you can work together.
for someone? Do some soul-searching, dig a little
deeper and then have that talk.

Eureka to the tenth power! The confident Sun and
May: Love Hotspots
innovator Uranus make their once-a-year meetup May 7: Venus-Neptune square
in your house of communication and clever ideas. The grass is greener everywhere you look under
That’s not a brainstorm—that’s a thundershower today’s bewildering alignment. This doe-eyed duo
of brilliance. Your witty, edgy comments could of romantic Venus and delusional Neptune is just
score points, so don’t hold back those zingers. begging to sweep you away on an unrealistic fantasy.
If you’re in a relationship, comparing yourselves to
April 25: Mercury-Saturn square that “perfect” couple in your friend circle is a recipe
Keep your head down and your ideas to yourself for unnecessary heartache.
today. Under these stubborn stars, you could meet
resistance at every turn. Focus on behind-the-scenes May 13-29: Mercury in Taurus
work and save the pitches for another day, when Oh, go ahead and gush! When articulate Mercury
people will be much more receptive. You may need invades your tender fourth house, your sartorial
to hold a slacker accountable. While the last thing instinct might be to wear your heart on your sleeve.
you want is to be the “heavy,” suck it up and stop Express your desires, take someone into your
letting this person dump their work on you. confidence…as long as you speak from the heart,
you can’t go wrong!
Plan to stand your ground, no matter what happens May 15: Taurus new moon
today! Feisty Mars and penetrating Pluto are The year’s only new moon in your nurturing sector
making their once-every-two-years conjunction. of home and family could turn a fresh page for
Because this merger is happening in your twelfth you. You’re feeling sensitive and connected to your
house of fantasy and confusion, someone may nearest and dearest. Over the coming six months,
think they can pull the wool over your eyes. you could change addresses or your relationship
Clearly, they haven’t been foolish enough to try status—or maybe get in the family way!
that before! Call shots as you see ‘em. Just watch
your temper, as things could turn volcanic without May 15: Uranus in Taurus (until November 6)
much provocation. Look who’s getting sappy now! Changemaker
Uranus, your ruling planet, starts its first leg of a
April 29: Scorpio full moon major eight-year visit to Taurus and your sensitive
The year’s only full moon in your career corner fourth house. You could shock yourself (and your
could signal the successful completion of a long- circle) by becoming a lot more transparent about
running project and bring you mega kudos. In the your feelings. During this wild-card transit, you might
coming weeks, think about what you’d like to do move several times, expand your family or even buy
next. If you’re ready to take on more responsibility, a home somewhere completely unexpected.
don’t keep that news to yourself !
May 16-August 12: Mars in Aquarius May 29-June 12: Mercury in Gemini
Pump up the passion! Hot-blooded Mars blasts into Cast aside your cool persona and flirt like you mean
your sign for the first time in two years. You’re in it. When chatty (and fickle) Mercury swings into its
relentless pursuit of a sizzling romance, whether natural home of Gemini, you might be all talk and
that means rekindling the flames in your current no action. But stay in the game long enough and
union or starting from scratch. Since you won’t get you could meet someone who makes you want to
this mojo-boosting transit again until 2020, plan to drop the act and get serious. Couples, take note:
make the most of it! Flirting and being playful are great ways to stoke
the embers of passion!
Talking about your feelings doesn’t come naturally
to your cerebral sign. But today’s grounding
alignment in your emotional houses helps you May 7: Mercury-Pluto square
strike the right balance between head and heart. Enough already! People are twisting your words
Voice your needs authentically, without all the and making everything way more complicated than
window dressing or over-explaining. Sometimes, a it needs to be. Use the day to tie up loose ends and
straightforward and simple statement will do. work behind the scenes. Postpone meetings and
put off big decisions. Think twice before confiding
May 19-June 13: Venus in Cancer in someone you don’t know well, because people
The love planet charges into your sixth house of aren’t being totally upfront.
practical actions and wellness, helping you set some
new goals for your love life after a wild and wooly May 8: Sun-Jupiter opposition
month. You’ll be thinking with your head instead of You might drop a couple balls as you try to juggle
your heart (or nether regions). Couples may enjoy your personal and professional lives. And forget
eating more healthfully and working out together about keeping them in “balance”! With supersizer
more; singles could meet a new workout buddy by Jupiter in the equation, you’ll be tempted to bite off
being more active. more than you can chew in one or both areas. Catch
yourself in the act of volunteering and put your hand
May 26: Venus-Saturn opposition down. There are plenty of qualified people who can
Trouble in paradise—or just your rocky union? organize the company party or the family reunion.
When stern Saturn opposes sensitive Venus in your
critical sixth house, you’re not sure whether to pick May 11: Sun-Pluto trine
a fight, defend yourself or run away. While you Buried feelings could come floating to the surface
might love to bury your head in the sand, ignoring under today’s intense alignment, and they, not
glaring red flags won’t make them go away. Left logic, will be in the driver’s seat. Since you can’t
unaddressed, the problem is only likely to worsen.
“When motivational Mars returns to your sign for the

first time in two years, you’ll be brimming with ambition,
self-confidence and infectious enthusiasm.”
run—or hide—you might as well use them to But stay mindful of the line between passionate
your advantage by making an impassioned pitch and pushy.
or appeal. When you connect to people on such
a deep and authentic emotional level, they might May 18: Mercury-Saturn trine
actually be eager to get on board with you. You don’t have to bark orders or pull a power play
to get the job done right. People need to feel like
May 13: Mercury-Uranus meetup they’re more than just a cog in your machine today
Put it out there! Clever Mercury fist-bumps your (and really, every day!). A combination of common
ruler, impromptu Uranus, in your communication sense and compassion is your recipe for success.
house. It’s a great day to share on social media Put some heart behind that hustle, and you’ll win
or pitch one of your more cutting-edge ideas. people’s loyalty for the long haul.
You could have kindred-spirit chemistry with a
trailblazing person who sees things through the May 23: Mercury-Jupiter opposition
same quirky lens as you do. At last! Mercury in your sensitive fourth house is turning
you into a total softie. But with visionary Jupiter
May 16: Mars-Uranus square opposing it from your ambition sector, you can’t
These impulsive planets are butting heads today in be “nice” at the expense of your goals. So, what’s
two of the more stubborn areas of your chart. Your more important—being a leader or being liked?
temper could get the best of you. This will cause Today, the struggle to find that balance will be oh-
you to explode and a project to go south. Step so real.
away from the action—and count to ten, possibly
even 100. May 23: Sun-Mars trine
Let yourself be “too much” today. Sure, your
May 16-August 12: Mars in Aquarius delivery might be over the top, your voice too loud
When motivational Mars returns to your sign for and your enthusiasm impossible to curb. But with
the first time in two years, you’ll be brimming the bold Sun and gutsy Mars in the most expressive
with ambition, self-confidence and infectious zones of your chart, you can’t hold back if you try.
enthusiasm. You’re being treated to an extra-long Trust that the right people will respond to your
transit because of a retrograde that begins on June excitement. Before you know it, you could have a
26. Hop up on the soapbox, or main stage, and few ardent fans ready to follow you anywhere.
gush about your agenda and your passion project.
May 25: Mercury-Pluto trine

Your intuition could be flashing emergency alerts
June: Love Hotspots
about someone—and it would benefit you to June 1: Venus-Jupiter trine
listen. That nagging gut feeling could reveal an This harmonious alignment of the “benefic”
inconvenient truth: Is someone’s shady agenda in planets can help you correct a “power imbalance”
play? If you’re sharing an idea, appeal to people’s in your union, or guide you to a fair-minded mate
emotions instead of their logic. Get them to if you’re single. Of course, “fair” is in the eye of
connect on a deeper level, and they’ll be much the beholder. If, for example, one of you is the
more personally invested. major breadwinner and the other does the lion’s
share around the house—and you’re both cool with
May 25: Jupiter-Neptune trine that—then you’re even!
Compassion and control are not mutually
exclusive. During this second in a trio of trines June 1: Mercury-Mars trine
(the first was December 2, 2017; the third will be How will they know how you feel if you don’t just
August 19), you can win supporters and tap into say it already? Mercury in your self-expression
the abundance of the universe by balancing your house entwines with bold Mars in your sign, giving
logical left brain and more creative right. Seek out you the shot of courage you need. Open your heart,
innovative, multi-sensory methods to present a big and the right words will find their way out!
idea or brand yourself.
June 2: Venus-Neptune trine
May 29-June 12: Mercury in Gemini You don’t always need “deep talks” or couple’s
Let your passion out to play! Communicator counseling to strengthen your bond. Sometimes
Mercury in your self-expression zone ramps up simple acts of kindness can blow your heart wide
your enthusiasm. Your bold ideas could draw open. If you’ve been unhappy because your partner
attention and even a hit of celebrity status. hasn’t been doing enough for you lately, shift your
perspective and just start doing things for them!
May 29: Sagittarius full moon
The full moon in your teamwork and technology June 5: Venus-Pluto opposition
house could signal the successful completion of a Watch out for some serious emotional projection
long-running project or collaboration. Share the today. When shadowy Pluto opposes tender
sense of accomplishment with your coworkers and Venus, trust issues could crop up—and you might
take a victory lap. Use word-of-mouth and social not recognize them for what they are. If you get
media to trumpet this big win! a “sneaking suspicion” that something is off with
your love interest, don’t just assume you’re psychic.
Today it could be hard to discern fact from fantasy.
June 13: Gemini new moon reins, while the unattached could stand to be a little
This once-a-year new moon in your passionate less wishy-washy about commitment.
fifth house can hit the romantic refresh button or
jumpstart a long-running relationship that’s been June 25: Venus-Jupiter square
stuck in neutral. Don’t default to cruise control. Today’s stars could bring on a “too much of a
Tune in to your desires and share a few frisky ones! good thing” scenario. Venus in your partnership
zone is sprinkling you with sweet romantic pixie
June 13-July 9: Venus in Leo dust, but Jupiter may be spurring you to actions
Sweetness returns to your love life when tender you’re not ready for. The giant planet also injects
Venus enters your relationship house after being you with a strong dose of truth serum, forcing
away for a year. Set an intention to be kinder you to face some harsh realities—perhaps like the
and gentler in all your interactions. Unattached? fact that you and your love interest don’t share
During this tender transit, you could consummate any interests and have wildly divergent plans for
a budding flirtation or meet someone with long- your futures!
term potential.
June 14: Venus-Uranus square Uh-oh! Headstrong Mars makes a U-turn for
It’s hard to make plans for the future when “the the next two months, and it will reverse through
future” keeps on changing. Ease up on the pressure Aquarius until August 12. Your naughty jokes that
to lock down a guarantee or plan out the next ten were so hilarious last week could seem boorish or
years of your life together. How about just enjoying inappropriate today. Jealousy and anger can flare.
the next ten minutes? Carpe some diem and lighten Watch that you don’t come on too strong or lapse
up already. That said, if you’re certain someone’s into self-centered behavior. You may have rushed
stringing you along, it’s a good time to question why into a romance that you’re now unsure about.
you keep spending your precious time with them. When in doubt, wait it out!
Under today’s impromptu stars, you could make a
swift jailbreak! June 28: Capricorn full moon
This transforming full moon in your twelfth house
June 21: Venus-Mars opposition of closure and transitions signals completions. Is
Freedom or forever-after? Romantic Venus in your there someone you need to forgive—or forget? This
partnership zone butts heads with lusty Mars in lunar lift helps you move on and slam shut the door
your indie-spirited first house. One minute you’ve on old wounds. On a related note, if you’re still
got a wandering eye; the next, you’re imagining carrying a torch for a person who’s not available,
happily ever after with your special someone. You’d blow it out and offer your affections to someone
just love to have a slice of that (wedding) cake and who’ll appreciate—and return—them!
eat it too! How about aiming for some middle
ground? Couples may need to loosen up on the
“Pull the velvet ropes tight! Don’t be too quick to hand out all-access
passes to people who haven’t proved their trustworthiness. That’s a
special privilege that should be reserved for your inner circle.”
June 29-September 5: Mercury in Leo June 26-August 27: Mars retrograde

Give ‘em something to talk about? Today, Mercury Go-getter Mars slams on the brakes for a two-
barrels into your relationship house—for an month backspin, starting in your sign until August
extended stay because of a retrograde from July 12. The lesson: Let things unfold at a natural pace
26 to August 19. This communicative phase can and don’t try to force or rush anything.
help couples engage in fruitful dialogue. Single? A
conversation, IRL or online, could spark a powerful June 27: Sun-Saturn opposition
meeting of the minds and hearts. Explore! Pull the velvet ropes tight! Don’t be too quick to
hand out all-access passes to people who haven’t
June: Career Hotspots proved their trustworthiness. That’s a special
privilege that should be reserved for your inner
June 7: Sun-Neptune square circle. If someone is taking advantage of your
Pushing your agenda too forcefully is likely to good nature by slacking on the job, have a talk and
backfire today, as nebulous Neptune can cast hold them accountable. No cause for guilt. You’re
shadows across the sharpest logic. You might not actually doing them a favor!
be reading a situation clearly, or you’re reacting
too emotionally. Clear out some cobwebs and June 29-September 5: Mercury in Leo
get unstuck with some heart-pumping exercise or Belly up to the negotiating table! When the
physical movement. communication planet swings into your partnership
zone, all parties will be willing to compromise for
June 12-29: Mercury in Cancer the sake of coming to an agreement. One of these
As the messenger planet barrels through your people might wind up becoming an integral part of
organized sixth house for the next few weeks, the project.
throw yourself into an admin project that will
liberate you from mental clutter. File, delete,
recycle, analyze, process, budget. Boost your July: Love Hotspots
efficiency to the next level by delegating certain July 9-August 6: Venus in Virgo
projects to more junior people who you can train Sexytime! Venus slinks into your seductive eighth
in your own systems. house, turning up the thermometer and making
summer sizzle. Tease ‘em before you please ‘em! A
“Communication may suffer in a relationship as Mercury

shifts into reverse in your committed-partnership zone.
Misinterpretations and trust issues could arise; an ex might
make a cameo appearance in your social media feed.”
little mystery can ramp up the tension and drive July 26-August 19: Mercury retrograde in Leo
your admirers wild with anticipation. Communication may suffer in a relationship as
Mercury shifts into reverse in your committed-
July 11: Venus-Uranus trine partnership zone. Misinterpretations and trust
Someone may surprise you with a personal issues could arise; an ex might make a cameo
confession—perhaps their attraction to you! Drop appearance in your social media feed. This is a
the judgment and listen to what they have to say. temporary transit, so if you feel solid in your union,
By the same token, if there’s something you want ride it out and don’t hit the panic button.
to reveal, boldly share it, even if it seems like it’s
coming out of left field. July 27: Venus-Pluto trine
This intensifying transit can deepen your
July 14: Venus-Saturn trine connection—if you can stay open and vulnerable
Has a relationship been running on autopilot so enough to let someone see how you really feel. If
long that you haven’t checked in with yourself you’re hoping to get closer, take a gamble and divulge
lately to make sure you feel emotionally safe? a secret desire. Just be careful what you wish for!
Today’s supportive alignment of loving Venus and
structured Saturn can give you clarity about your
needs and desires. Broaching this subject may feel
awkward, but it can help you reach a new level July 5: Sun-Jupiter trine
of commitment, like moving in together, getting Your leadership talents are on display for one and
engaged or talking babies. all to see today. If you need to rally the troops or
take the reins, do so unapologetically! It’s also a
July 24: Venus-Neptune opposition good day to get any support you need, whether a
Everyone has bouts of insecurity—that’s normal. recommendation from a mentor or some professional
It’s how you deal with them that counts. Your shaky coaching to take your skills to the next level.
confidence may be preventing you from getting
closer. Is there truly something untrustworthy July 5: Mercury-Mars opposition
about this person or is this your issue? You know what you want—but today, it appears
to be diametrically opposed to what some key
players have in mind. Trying to convince them to don’t realize how much time and energy you waste
do it your way will make you look stubborn and trying to retrieve data. Start there! Then, over the
rebellious. You’re going to have to compromise a coming few months, slowly machete your way
little here. Identify your deal breakers then pick a through the rest of your material and electronic
few points to be flexible on. stuff. You’ll feel more organized—and liberated!
July 8: Sun-Neptune trine July 25: Sun-Uranus square

Add some beauty to your workspace, especially No, you’re not back in high school. Today’s
natural touches. Think: fresh flowers, a plant, a quarrelsome skies can trigger ego-driven behavior
daylight bulb if you work somewhere dim. And of and petty fights. People may be hypersensitive and
course, make sure you get out for regular hits of defensive. Resist the urge to jump in and try to
fresh air. Today, a nature break or two, especially mediate. You’ll only get sucked into the drama.
near water, can bring on a breakthrough. If that’s
not a possibility, listen to a guided meditation to get July 26-August 19: Mercury retrograde in Leo
the creative juices flowing. Think before you ink! With Mercury reversing
through your partnership and contracts sector,
July 9: Mercury-Jupiter square don’t rush to make things official. All of your most
You can’t always be in sync with everyone. Under important relationships deserve a good once-over.
today’s starry face-off, you might butt heads with Use this time to get back on the same page with
a colleague, or a client may have a totally different your shared goals.
idea about the specifics of a project. If you can’t
come to a meeting of the minds, take a step back July 27: Aquarius full moon (total lunar
and rethink your position. eclipse)
Today’s transformational eclipse in your sign
July 12: Sun-Pluto opposition catapults you onto the main stage, hands you a mic
Tempers could flare under this starmap—that’s and cranks up all the amplifiers. This is a time to
annoying, but still better than a volley of passive- put yourself, your projects and your causes out to
aggressive meltdowns! If you’re dealing with more a larger audience. Where in your life do you feel
than you can realistically handle, speak up! Being stuck and ready to make a radical change? Make
a people-pleaser will make the domineering types some daring moves in the coming weeks to start
happy, but you’ll be left fuming in resentment. building momentum.
July 12: Cancer new moon (partial solar July 27: Sun-Mars opposition
eclipse) Stay humble today, even if a colleague or business
This new moon of fresh starts may inspire you to associate tries to engage you in a battle of wills.
tackle a major decluttering project. You probably That would be a lose-lose situation, and it could get
ugly fast. While it’s fine to listen to what they have your introspection zone, you need to stand up
to say, bite your tongue and resist getting sucked in. for what’s right and real and walk away from any
situation that isn’t healthy. On the plus side, lusty
August: Love Hotspots Mars in this fantasy sector can do wonders for your
sex life!
Finally, you can lighten up! Venus beams into your August 25: Sun-Uranus trine
expansive, optimistic ninth house after an intense Filters: off! This “no emotional holds barred” day
cycle of emotional heaviness. You can look forward could bring some radical changes to your love life—
to five weeks of fun, adventure and perhaps a probably for the better. But if you’ve been clinging
romantic getaway. Single? You might fall for to something with no future, it’s time to rip off the
someone from a different culture or get involved in Band-Aid and seek out something more substantial.
a long-distance relationship. Your motto: If it’s new,
it’s worth trying! August 25: Sun-Saturn trine
Time for that tough-but-necessary conversation
August 7: Venus-Mars trine today? The grounding skies support you in a
High five! The love planets glide into their second mature discussion about some touchy subjects,
harmonious trine of the year, inspiring talks about like boundaries or sexual satisfaction. Try to keep
the future and building a secure foundation. emotions out of it, even as you mindfully infuse
Unattached? Be selective about your preferences. your speech with compassion.
If you keep the bar high, you might meet a prospect
with long-term potential. August 26: Venus-Pluto square
It’s not what you’re saying but how you’re saying
August 9: Venus-Saturn square it—and what you’re not saying—that may be
Tap the brakes! This reality-checking square forces rocking the love boat. Look inward and see if
you to examine your relationship behavior. Are you you might be guilty of a little passive-aggressive
being levelheaded, or are you getting swept away behavior. Hey, it happens to the best of us!
in a fantasy about someone who’s not all that? If
you’ve leapt into an exciting but risky romance August 27: Mars retrograde ends
without looking, today’s skies can bring you down The go-getter planet resumes forward motion after
to earth. two months of sorting through old baggage and
emotional hurts. It won’t leave your “closure and
August 12-September 10: Mars in Capricorn healing” zone until September 10, so keep doing
There will be no more sweeping inconvenient that good (if painful) therapeutic process work.
truths under the rug. It’s sink-or-swim time, and When strong emotions come up, don’t run: These
you’re ready for it. When feisty Mars backs into are like lights on the dashboard revealing where
there’s still important work to be done!
August: Career Hotspots August 19: Jupiter-Neptune trine

Not everyone is exclusively focused on the bottom
August 2: Mars-Uranus square line, as the third in a trio of rare and empowering
Temper, temper! Under this rash clash between the trines shows. (The first was December 2, 2017; the
hotheaded planets, you could erupt without warning. second was May 25.) You or an associate is living
It may feel relieving in the moment, but there will be proof that compassion and leadership can go hand-
repercussions, so try to keep a cool head. in-hand. By acting from the heart, you’ll attract
people keen to join your team. And even if no one
does, keep on fighting the good fight!
August 6: Sun-Jupiter square
Egos are fragile today and easily triggered by this
explosive starmap. Everyone wants things their August 25: Sun-Saturn trine
way, and nobody is willing to compromise. Remind The bold Sun and mature Saturn could present
people of the greater goal. But don’t be surprised a major leadership opportunity today. Step up
if they keep making it about them. Should you confidently, even if you’re not sure you have the
get stuck at an impasse, you could use it as an experience for the job. Since these planets align in
opportunity to get everyone’s concerns out in the sensitive zones of your chart, take a heart-centered
open. You probably won’t arrive at a solution, but approach at work. Your intuition and emotions are
at least you’ll know where people stand. assets, not liabilities!
August 11: Leo new moon (partial solar August 26: Pisces full moon
Bring on the sweet stability! Today’s full moon
eclipse)
shoots a lightning bolt through your money and
This groundbreaking new moon is also a potent
work house, reminding your indie-spirited sign of
eclipse, and lucky you, it electrifies your partnership
the value of a regular paycheck and job security.
zone. Are you ready to make it official, or move
You may actually change your tune about “bucking
forward with a major lifestyle change? Even if
the system” and position yourself for a juicy raise
you’re not there now, you may be in the coming
or promotion.
few weeks.
August 12-September 10: Mars in Capricorn August 27: Mars retrograde ends
Good news on the professional front: Motivated
Assertive Mars scoots into your twelfth house of
Mars resumes forward motion after a two-month
secret agendas, forcing you to step into an unpleasant
snoozefest. Now you can tie up all those loose
situation. Someone may be playing dirty pool or be
ends and prepare for an exciting new chapter
harboring a grudge. Try to focus on your own work
that begins when Mars returns to your sign on
and leave the office politics to others.
September 10.
August 28: Mercury-Jupiter square September 9: Virgo new moon

You’ve had a few struggles with compromise over This once-a-year lunar lift lands in your erotic
the past month. While you want to be democratic, eighth house, pushing your passion buttons. If
you also know there are bigger stakes. Watering your mojo’s been in slow mo, this can help you
down the mission to accommodate everyone shift into a higher gear. You don’t have to go from
won’t get you to the finish line. But you can’t be zero to 100 overnight, however. Seeds planted
a ruthless dictator either! Give it one more try: now can lead to a more fruitful union—and quite
Listen compassionately to people’s concerns, but possibly talks of commitment.
be honest about how much you can actually bend.
September: Love Hotspots Aquarius
Mars jets into your sign for its second (retrograde-
September 5-21: Mercury in Virgo free) trip this year. You can simply to choose to
Talk dirty to you? For the next few weeks, expressive leave the baggage behind and rocket confidently
Mercury strides through your seductive eighth into a new chapter. Impassioned Mars can
house, which could inspire some scorching pillow rekindle your sexual desire, so get ready for some
talk. Lose the inhibitions and share your steamiest lusty adventures!
desires. Some Aquarians may have the opposite
reaction and decide to be more private or secretive. September 11: Sun-Pluto trine
Under this alignment of the forthright Sun and
September 8: Venus-Mars square secretive Pluto, you may be inspired to confess
With the romance planets locked in a lovers’ quarrel, something you’ve had locked in the vault. Things
you might feel stuck in a relationship quagmire. always seem larger and more intense in our
Be honest about what balance of intimacy and imagination than IRL, so hold your nose, take a
independence actually works for you. While you leap and unburden yourself !
do need to compromise, you don’t want to injure
yourself bending over backward. September 12: Venus-Uranus opposition
Traffic may come to a standstill on the erotic
September 9-October 31: Venus in Scorpio expressway when the love planet collides with
Time to get serious? The love planet enters your volatile Uranus. Wildly fluctuating emotions or
tenth house of long-term commitments, setting instability in your personal life might be making it
your sights on serious contenders and big-picture next to impossible to advance your romantic goals.
plans. Stability is sexy! With VIP Venus in this This could be a sign that you’re overly focused on
upscale zone, turn up the red-carpet romance on the future and are missing some clues—or, hello,
your date nights. Make it a black-tie affair—and just pleasure—in the present.
with sultry Scorpio hosting the after-party, throw in
some black lace, silk, satin…
September 18: Mars-Uranus square September 9: Virgo new moon

Emotional outburst alert! Your sensitive spots are This once-a-year invigorating new moon in your
quickly provoked today. You could lash out and do eighth house of investments and mergers could
major damage to a relationship if you don’t take plant a fertile seed for a joint venture or ways to
a deep breath. Watch for someone who blindsides grow your nest egg. Stay open to savvy suggestions.
you with manipulative tactics. They’re just trying to Over the coming six months, you might get into
get a reaction out of you, but this is no way to do it. real estate or another form of passive income.
Don’t take their bait!
September: Career Hotspots Aquarius
When passionate Mars revisits your sign for
September 5-21: Mercury in Virgo its second trip this year—this time, in forward
As analytical Mercury blazes through Virgo, motion!— it can light a fire in your belly. What do
you’ll have cosmic wind in your sails, making you want to accomplish before the end of the year?
this an excellent time to throw yourself into a Set your GPS and hit the gas!
detailed project, initiate a conversation about a
joint venture or talk to a financial adviser about September 11: Sun-Pluto trine
tweaking your portfolio. You’re downright magnetic as the charismatic
Sun and potent Pluto lend a heady air of mystery.
September 7: Sun-Neptune opposition People who’ve overlooked you could sit up and take
With hazy Neptune sending its foggy rays at the notice today. Create a buzz and keep your fans
Sun across your financial axis, be a watchdog for guessing by dropping little hints and teasers about
accounting errors and careless mistakes. If your your big plans. Work the power of anticipation to
personal coffers are low, don’t hit the panic button. your utmost advantage!
Instead, shift your mentality into abundance mode
and use the Law of Attraction to make some September 18: Mars-Uranus square
positive changes in your earning and especially There’s nothing worse than a bunch of crybabies
your spending! who quit when the going gets tough, right? Today,
you might feel like you’re running an adult daycare
September 7: Mercury-Uranus trine center with all the whining and petulance you
With clever Mercury and intrepid Uranus in your encounter. Don’t let it send you to the breaking
most intuitive zones, your instincts could be scarily point, especially when people push your buttons,
on-point. Follow your psychic flashes, and you’ll argue and behave in childish ways. Your only job
sense opportunity where others see obstacles. Got a is to stay focused on your mission—and not take
hunch to retweet someone you admire or to pick up the bait.
your latte from a certain coffee shop? Don’t think
twice—do it!
“Let your voice be heard! This annual full moon in your

communication center shines a light on partnerships and
platforms that can help you get your message out to the masses.”
September 21-October 9: Mercury in better? All you have to do is be your authentic

Libra self. If you genuinely believe in something, don’t
Want to accomplish a big dream? Give it some hold back. Be daring enough to vocalize your
airtime! With cerebral Mercury in your visionary opinions, and you’ll establish yourself as a leader.
ninth house, you’ll feel wired and inspired! You
don’t have to reinvent the wheel here, you know.
Seek out and team up with like-minded innovators
and explore the synergy. One tiny caveat: This October 5-November 16: Venus retrograde
realm could spur you to overpromise or commit Grrr! When the love planet shifts into reverse for a
to a long-range project before you’ve had a proper month and a half, you may feel like a relationship
chance to test the waters. has hit the wall. Hold that thought! While you might
need to renegotiate some terms of engagement, this
September 24: Aries full moon is actually a great time to talk about your desires,
Let your voice be heard! This annual full moon fears and hopes for the future. Single? Be careful
in your communication center shines a light on with a simmering office attraction. You could be
partnerships and platforms that can help you get treading into some verboten territory.
your message out to the masses. In the coming
weeks, you might get the green light or long-awaited October 10: Venus-Mars square
news about a creative or media project. Don’t take things at face value today. A love interest
might not be speaking the whole truth. Personal
September 25: Sun-Saturn square agendas could be afoot, meaning this is not the day
Old buried fears may creep up today, threatening to to attempt to get to the bottom of things.
burst your bubble about an exciting project you’re
about to embark on. Lose the cool, confident persona October 24: Taurus full moon
and discuss this with a friend or mentor. You’re Dare to bare—your feelings, that is! The year’s
probably on the right path—but it’s important that only Taurus full moon lights up your sentimental
you’re seeing the route clearly. and sensitive fourth house and could trigger an
avalanche of emotional outpourings. And how
September 27: Sun-Mars trine great does that feel? In the coming weeks, you
You’re an unstoppable light source today, and you may seriously consider a change of residence or
could inspire more people than you realize. Even relationship status. Time to make it official?
October 31: Venus-Uranus opposition October 9-October 31: Mercury in Scorpio

Your emotions may be all over the relationship No more winging it! You’re all about strategic
map today, creating an instability that makes it thinking when analytical Mercury blasts into your
hard to focus on your romantic goals. With your structured, goal-driven tenth house. If you got blown
family zone involved, a meddlesome relative might off-course lately, create a big picture plan, prioritize
lead you question your choices. Wait, whose life is the steps and don’t deviate from your road map.
it anyway?
October 31-December 2: Venus in Libra Ouch! Someone’s overly officious demeanor could
Vivacious Venus quits your intense eighth house wound your sensitive side. Don’t they care about
and vrooms into your way-more-fun ninth. You’ll you as a person?! This may be one of those tender
feel immediate relief as your sense of humor—and days when you slip off to cry in the bathroom (or
adventure—returns. Since this realm rules travel, kick the paper towel dispenser if that’s more your
couples can spice things up with a sexy getaway, style). A conversation could turn upsetting fast,
and singles could have a hot affair on the road. so think before you speak. Be mindful of people’s
Hmm, how long can you be gone for? feelings before you start barking orders.
October: Career Hotspots October 12: Sun-Pluto square

Shield your field! You’re enthused about a big plan
October 2: Mercury-Pluto square and want to broadcast it to the masses, but hold
Your blurt could hurt—either someone’s feelings thy tongue. A wolf dressed in supporter’s clothing
or your reputation—under today’s foot-in-mouth may try to jack your idea or undermine your efforts.
mashup. Warning: Careless words you utter can It’s said that no good deed goes unpunished, but
and will be used against you, since vengeful Pluto you can do damage control by keeping your state
is famous for saving receipts. Don’t give people secrets under wraps.
ammunition. For example, gossiping about a
coworker or mutual friend could get back to that October 19: Mercury-Neptune trine
person, leaving you with a big mess to mop up. Be A combination of logic and intuition is your
extra vigilant with what you email or text. winning formula for success. Start by honoring your
“woo-woo” side: Make a vision board, meditate,
October 8: Libra new moon set some intentions. Then back it up with left-
This outspoken new moon could spur you to blurt brained stuff, like a to-do list with hard deadlines.
out some regrettable sentiments. Just because you’re If you’re pitching anything, you’ll be downright
thinking something doesn’t mean you have to say irresistible, so schedule your slam-dunk meetings
it, you know. Be proactive and self-protective by and presentations today.
avoiding people who you know push your buttons.
October 24: Sun-Uranus opposition watch for money and work stress seeping into
You might not be able to leave family friction at your relationship. You could get a little too driven
your front door, and the tension you carry to work to lock things down. Don’t forget to enjoy the
could undermine your professional goals. Hard as present moment.
it is, strive to not let emotions disrupt your ability to
focus on your job. If necessary, keep your phone in November 16: Venus retrograde ends
airplane mode during business hours. Harmony: restored! Affectionate Venus gets back
on track after a frustrating reversal that upset many
October 29: Mercury-Jupiter meetup of your relationships over the past six weeks. Maybe
Your grand ambitions hit the jackpot, as clever you doubted someone who’s true-blue or feared that
Mercury and auspicious Jupiter meet in your career a union didn’t have what it takes to go the distance.
house. From an award to public recognition to a Now the confusion will start to subside—but not
promotion, you can easily catapult yourself into 100 percent. Just as the love planet turns direct,
the winner’s circle. Use your charm and gift of Mercury commences its three-week retrograde,
gab to explain why you’re the perfect candidate. throwing a few more wrenches in your direction.
Then, present your work ethic and experience as
supporting evidence. Sold! November 23: Gemini full moon
The year’s only Gemini full moon brightens
November: Love Hotspots your romantic fifth house, making mistletoe
obsolete. Whether you’re single, attached or “it’s
November 9: Venus-Mars trine complicated,” you can look forward to a holiday
When lusty Mars in your sign hooks up with sensual season teaming with passion and unapologetic
Venus in your anything-goes ninth house, roll the lust. Bear in mind that drama is possible, so do
dice and try something (or someone) new. There’s a your best not to contribute to it! Then at least you
wild and wonderful world just beyond your comfort can say you tried.
zone, and these experimental skies are inviting you
to check it out! November 30: Venus-Uranus opposition
Have you been screwing up your courage to
November 15-December 31: Mars in Pisces confess your feelings or initiate a big conversation?
Consistency sparks chemistry as lusty Mars spends If you’ve waited this long, hold off a little longer.
the rest of the year in your stabilizing second Under this uneasy starmap, you could injure
house. You might be surprised to find yourself someone with your truth hammer. Even a well-
drawn to someone you’d consider “boring” under thought-out and well-rehearsed message is likely
different circumstances. Your own confidence to come out mangled.
could get an alluring uptick, which will attract a
new breed of respectful romantic prospects. Just
November: Career Hotspots your work and money house, giving you a big
burst of adrenaline to reach the finish line. Your
November 6-March 7: Uranus in Aries confidence and charisma levels go through the
Back to the future? A cutting-edge idea you’d roof, so don’t downshift into holiday mode early. If
abandoned might deserve a dust-off and a second you’re a business owner, you may have your most
look. Your ruler, innovative Uranus, rears into your lucrative season of the last few years. But be warned:
communication house for a final four-month visit. Accelerator Mars might also make it your busiest and
Use this time to reconnect with forward-thinking most stressful. Hire some extra hands just in case!
colleagues and friends. While it’s always great to
meet new people, there’s nothing like your tribe. November 16-December 6: Mercury
retrograde
November 7: Scorpio new moon When social Mercury shifts into reverse in your
This dazzling new moon in your career corner can teamwork and technology house, a group effort
hit the reset button on some of your professional might get derailed. It could take a few weeks to get
goals and ambitions. Just because something had things back on track. In the meantime, keep your
been your dream since you were little doesn’t mean personal feelings to yourself —that’s why they’re
you still have to pursue it if you or your whole called “personal”—and be extra careful what you
industry has changed. While you don’t have to leave post on social media. You don’t need to pour fuel
the status quo, you’ve got nothing to lose by checking on this fire!
out your options—provided you’re discreet!
November 8, 2018-December 2, 2019: You could lose sight of the greater mission if you
Jupiter in Sagittarius focus too narrowly on the old “what’s in it for me?”
Expansive and auspicious Jupiter concludes a Of course you deserve to be rewarded for your
lengthy sojourn through Scorpio and your career efforts, but too much emphasis on money or kudos
house after bringing sweeping changes for the past could estrange you from the group or decimate
13 months. Hopefully you’ve crossed some items off morale. Remind yourself why you’re working so
your professional bucket list and are ready to widen hard in the first place!
your sphere of influence. When Jupiter blasts into
Sagittarius and your eleventh house of teamwork November 23: Gemini full moon
and technology—the Aquarius realm—you’ll find Spotlight on you! The full moon in your expressive
fortune and maybe fame doing what you do best: fifth house could bring a moment of fame and
networking and collaborating! glamorous recognition. Skip the humblebrags
and false modesty. You’re proud of what you’ve
November 15-December 31: Mars in Pisces accomplished here, so own it!
End the year strong! Galvanizer Mars blazes into
“Sensual Venus shimmies into your tenth house of status and

long-term goals for the rest of the year. You and your other half
could shift into power-couple mode at VIP holiday events.”

The once-a-year merger of the confident Sun and
limitless Jupiter powers up your teamwork and December 1-December 12: Mercury in
technology house. Stay open to different options,
Scorpio
and think big! People may have noticed your work
When strategic Mercury retrogrades back into
and could invite you to join their group of cutting-
Scorpio and your career corner (where it’ll be in
edge influencers—or perhaps you’ll be the one to
reverse mode until December 6), you have a perfect
spearhead the effort.
opportunity to reassess your career trajectory and
long-range agenda. Rethink your priorities and
December: Love Hotspots pour 100 percent of your energy into reaching
them. Retrograde Mercury can cause your thoughts
December 2-December 31: Venus in Scorpio to wander, but make it your business to stay focused
Sensual Venus shimmies into your tenth house and not get derailed!
of status and long-term goals for the rest of the
year. You and your other half could shift into December 2: Sun-Mars square
power-couple mode at VIP holiday events. Single? Group dynamics could be rough today. People are
Considering how much time you spend at work, it more interested in protecting their egos than playing
only makes sense that you might meet a “person of well together. You may argue over money or who’s
interest” at the office or an industry event. Quick, getting credit for what. Make sure everyone feels
where’s that mistletoe? acknowledged for their contributions. It matters
more than you realize.
You don’t get many days better than this to fantasize December 5: Sun-Neptune square
about your future. How about on a romantic date Don’t believe half of what you hear today. Nebulous
at a candlelit dinner? The Law of Attraction is in Neptune is stirring up confusion and causing people
full force today, so instead of focusing on what’s to dissemble. If someone dangles the promise of
wrong or missing in your love life, visualize the easy money, dial up your inner skeptic. You also
relationship you want! want to avoid borrowing or lending money among
friends—unless you don’t care about keeping either.
December 6: Mercury retrograde ends spirit or group. Utilize every platform available to
Workplace dynamics have been choppy, especially you to spread your message: blogging, teaching and
for the last week. But thankfully, Mercury ends every stripe of social media!
a rough reversal that started November 16 and
disrupted group dynamics. You can get back in December 21: Mercury-Jupiter meetup
sync with your squad and get your goals back on Team up for the win! Rally the troops for one last
track—just in time! big push before the holidays and get them psyched
about new possibilities. If you’re a freelancer, work
December 7: Mars-Neptune meetup your social media connections. The perfect partner
When go-getter Mars makes its every-other-year in crime could be just a few clicks or swipes away.
merger with otherworldly Neptune in your second
house of finances, you can turn a dream into reality. December 22: Cancer full moon
But it’s not magic. First, think about what you’d like The second Cancer full moon of 2018 (the first
to manifest in the coming year. Write it down or was January 1) touches down in your orderly sixth
make a vision board illustrating it. Trust the power house. You could have one last get-‘er-done power
of your subconscious mind—but back up those surge before the holidays. Why drag all that clutter
hopes with ceaseless effort! and unfinished work into your break? You can
start the new year on a clean slate knowing you’ve
December 7: Sagittarius new moon ticked all the big stuff off your list. With la luna
This once-a-year new moon powers up your lighting this service-oriented sector, a little holiday
teamwork and technology sector and can lead volunteer work might be the perfect way to honor
the way to a rewarding collaboration or new this full moon.
alliance. All it might take is one simple yet perfect
conversation to spark an ember that quickly turns December 24: Mercury-Neptune square
into a five-alarm fire. Last-minute shopping? Today’s foggy alignment
could find you rushing to pay a premium for gifts
December 12-December 31: Mercury in or scrambling to turn in work before the holidays
Sagittarius are officially underway. Power down your devices
When social Mercury zips into your eleventh house and be with people instead of turning every second
of group activity, you’ll be able to harness the into a Snap. Don’t feel obligated to tell everyone
strength that’s found in numbers. As E.M. Forster you’re back in town. You don’t have to buy
famously advised, “Only connect!” presents for every single person or make plans with
random old friends who probably fall more in the
December 20: Sun-Uranus trine “acquaintance” category after all this time. u
Find your tribe! No need to toil solo when just a little
effort could hook you up with a dynamic kindred
Pisces 2018
PISCES 2018 HOROSCOPE
P IS C E S F E BR UA RY 1 8- MA RCH 2 0
The Highlights
LOVE through your career sector, which might be your
Freedom is your aphrodisiac! The last two luckiest professional year in over a decade. In May,
years had a heavy relationship focus with unpredictable Uranus will end its seven-year run
Jupiter in your commitment houses. You may through your financial zone, making it easier to
have gotten serious with one special person or stabilize your work and money.
parted ways with a longtime love. Maybe you
spent a good amount of time supporting your HEALTH & WELLNESS
mate or disappeared into a “couple bubble.” Fresh air, please! With worldly Jupiter in your
Now, you’re ready to poke your head out and outdoorsy ninth house, you’ll be your happiest in
see the wider world, as Jupiter soars through wide-open spaces. Combining physical activity
your globetrotting and freedom-loving ninth with time in nature will make your spirit soar
house. People who give you plenty of room to during this big-picture year. Four of this year’s
roam (and, ahem, breathe) are the ones you’ll five eclipses will touch your health and healing
keep around. Travel, learning and even starting houses, which could inspire you to change your
a business together could make your heart beat diet, fitness routines or lifestyle. Some Pisces will
faster. For single Pisces, sparks could fly with deepen their interest in spirituality or adopt a
someone from another culture or country. The new healing practice.
July 12 solar eclipse in your romance house may
bring love or even a pregnancy out of the blue. FAMILY & FRIENDS
Friends with benefits? (Not that kind, Pisces!) In
MONEY & CAREER 2018, your networking can pay off handsomely
The weight has lifted! In December 2017, heavy and connect you to a compatible new tribe. With
Saturn finally ended a three-year trudge through ambitious Saturn in your group activity house
your career house that challenged you to be for the next three years, be discerning about the
more structured. If you weathered slowdowns or company you keep. Seek a solid community of
setbacks, the pace will now accelerate. You could like-minded people who are up to big things, like
do a complete 180 from pessimism to optimism, as you! Mid-May, unconventional Uranus moves
new possibilities crop up all year. Bountiful Jupiter into your social third house until 2026. Gather
is in your enterprising ninth house until November, with kindred spirits around a common cause—
getting you back into blue-sky thinking. And in and prepare to meet people who show you a
November, Jupiter will start a 13-month journey whole new outlook on life. u
PISCES Horoscope
Power Dates for Pisces

PISCES NEW MOON
March 17
PISCES FULL MOON

August 26
PISCES SOLAR RETURN

February 18–March 20
L
ightness returns—at last! It’s been a As if on cue, 2018 kicks off an optimistic new
longish road these last two or three chapter. Lights on! Expansive Jupiter is in fellow
years, as the cosmos tested your mettle. water sign Scorpio until November 8, igniting
Not only were the slow-moving outer your ninth house of travel, entrepreneurship,
planets trudging through tough parts of your learning and adventure. It’s a refreshing shift
chart, you also weathered two years of eclipses in from 2017, when Jupiter spent most of the year
your sign, which swept through with constant and in Libra and your murky, private eighth house,
unexpected changes. You’ve been pushed far out of plunging you into complex emotional waters. If
your comfort zone, forced to redefine your priorities you disappeared, mermaid-style, into the depths,
and set firmer boundaries. You’ve grown strong, we’ll see you breaking the surface again. You
resilient and clearer about your commitments. But, might even find your land legs by the end of this
um, can a Fish get a break around here? It’s been a year. And once you do, you’ll be off and running!
lot for your gentle soul to handle.
The other weight that’s off your back is Saturn, the may now resonate with the famous lines from the
planet of structure and challenges. From December poem Invictus: “I am the master of my fate. I am the
2014 until December 2017, Saturn jostled its way captain of my soul.”
through Sagittarius and your tenth house of career,
leadership and long-term plans—a transit that only So, Captain, where do you want to set sail? With
happens every 28 to 30 years. This was especially Jupiter in your worldly ninth house, you can spin
rough because the ringed overlord was in a stressful the globe and set your own GPS—the farther away
and demanding square (90-degree angle) to your from “normal” the better. This is a year to start
Sun, forcing you to be responsible and mature at crossing items off your bucket list and adding some
all times. adventurous new items. Explore philosophical ideas
and connect with inspiring people from a multitude
The tenth house rules fathers and men, and you of backgrounds.
may have clashed with a difficult male. Saturn’s
tour of Sagittarius did herald professional growth, Fascinating friendships will also crop up, and you’ll
but you had to pay serious dues in the process. find yourself in sync with a whole new tribe. Saturn
Some Pisces lost or changed jobs, restructured is now in Capricorn and your social eleventh
a business or struggled with a difficult authority house until December 2020, bringing grounded
figure. Navigating bureaucracy made it hard to find and influential people into your world. This is a
steady progress. At times, you felt like Sisyphus, the relatively easy Saturn cycle, and you may rise into
mythical martyr who pushes a boulder up a hill. a leadership role on a team, especially one that’s
aligned around a progressive or world-changing
Believe it or not, the universe wasn’t singling cause. You might even decide to join a spiritual or
you out for punishment. All of this struggle was metaphysical community, or to collaborate on an
designed to help you step into your own leadership avant-garde technology venture.
and authority. After all, you might not have done
so willingly. Your flowy, sometimes passive, sign Revolutionary Uranus will jazz things up even
isn’t always eager to embrace such an extreme more on May 15, when it starts an eight-year
level of accountability. You’re symbolized by two voyage through Taurus and your third house
fish swimming in opposite directions, one toward of communication, ideas and local action. This
freedom, the other toward security. The burden could bring new friendships or joint ventures
of being in charge can take the wind out of your with a kindred spirit. Maybe you’ll get involved in
creative sails. revitalizing your neighborhood and organizing for
much-needed change. You might move to a new
But pointing fingers and playing the blameless part of town, hop between cities or replace your
“who me?” card doesn’t really suit you either. commute by working remotely.
Over the past couple years, the cosmic lineup has
helped some Pisces shed a victim mentality. You
“On November 8, lucky Jupiter will start at 13-month visit to Sagittarius

and your professional tenth house, marking one of the most expansive
career cycles you’ve had in over a decade. All of your inner work
will soon pay off in worldly achievements and recognition.”
This will be a welcome relief because, since 2011, house of risk-taking, travel, higher learning and
Uranus has been in Aries and your second house entrepreneurship. After an intense and internal
of work and money, a period of constant financial 2017, Jupiter’s hosting a cosmic coming-out party
fluctuations. It’s been hard to nail down security or that will last until November. Go big, Pisces!
stick to a budget, and you may have been hit with During this time, you’re eager to engage with the
unexpected costs. Uranus will make one last dip wider world, and cross-cultural connections will
into this zone from November 2018 until March ignite. Global Jupiter is happy to play tour guide,
2019, but then you’ll move on to a smoother, more introducing you to new people and ideas from a
stable cycle. wide swath of backgrounds. Maybe you’ll collect
passport stamps with dream vacations or exciting
And just in time! On November 8, lucky Jupiter work travel. Or, your journeys will be those of
will start at 13-month visit to Sagittarius and your the mind, as you return to school or dive into a
professional tenth house, marking one of the fascinating course of study.
most expansive career cycles you’ve had in over a
decade. All of your inner work will soon pay off Jupiter is the natural ruler of the ninth house,
in worldly achievements and recognition. Not that so you’re getting a double shot of this horizon-
this is your end goal, Pisces, but you’ve got so much broadening energy, as it only visits this part of
to offer—and it’s time the rest of the planet knew your chart every 12 years. Jupiter’s last run through
about it! With your ruler, Neptune, visiting Pisces Scorpio was from October 25, 2005 until November
from 2012 until 2026, you’re poised to be a voice 23, 2006. Look back to that time: Did you take
of compassion and healing for the world. In 2018, more risks? Maybe you befriended someone who,
you’ll start gathering a few more people who share on paper, was different from you in every way. Yet,
this mission. All for one, and one for all! you found common ground and established a long
friendship. You might see similar themes repeating.
Jupiter in Scorpio: Unfurl the sails,
full speed ahead! Not sure what you want to do with your life? You’ve
got license to explore this year. Commune with a tribe
of open-minded people from diverse backgrounds. A
Freedom is your calling card in 2018, as expansive job with flexible hours could leave time for personal
Jupiter sails through Scorpio and your ninth growth work and self-development, which are rich
terrain in 2018. The saying “know thyself ” might the authors, teachers or healers you discover, and
be your guiding mantra, as philosophical Jupiter you’ll become the unofficial evangelist for these
in your metaphysical ninth house could give you a people’s ideas. Do you feel connected enough to
whole new optimistic outlook. Even if you have a make this your life’s work? Consider getting certified
steady and structured job, the odds are good you’ll to teach their methodology. This could also be a
approach your work from a fresh point of view. great time for a retreat that combines travel, service
work and learning.
Got a savvy startup idea? Jupiter in this enterprising
zone encourages you to roll the dice. Your visionary The Jupiter-Neptune trine brings opportunities
ideas can go big now. But don’t pigeonhole yourself to take your own world-changing message to the
just yet. Devote this year to exploration instead. masses. If you’re an artist or healer, your ideas could
When Jupiter enters Sagittarius in November, you go viral, touching people on a deep soul level. The
can start mapping your big ideas to a structure and key is to be open and authentic, allowing yourself
plan. Until then, soak it all in! Head to conferences, to be vulnerable instead of playing the untouchable
festivals and events where you can connect with guru figure. As novelist E.M. Forster wrote, “Only
other seekers. Take in the stories of entrepreneurs connect!” Building bridges rather than walls is the
who did it their way, rather than following path to your true purpose.
the traditional scripts. You could cultivate an
international audience or get “really big in Asia”— Jupiter in Sagittarius: Pisces for
cast a wide net! the win!
Abundant Jupiter in this excessive zone can be
overwhelming at times. You may find yourself with Sweet success! After Jupiter’s bohemian sojourn
“too much of a good thing,” which admittedly, is through Scorpio, you’re ready for big moves.
a problem most people would love to have. But And right on cue, the stars align. Your luckiest
even an embarrassment of riches can be a lot to professional year in over a decade begins this
integrate into your sensitive Pisces system. While November, as Jupiter starts its 13-month visit
Jupiter is retrograde from March 8 to July 10, slow to Sagittarius and your ambitious tenth house.
down and integrate all the new experiences and Unpack those “career separates” from your storage
knowledge. If you’ve been on the road a lot, spend trunk and drop them off at the dry cleaner’s. The
more time at home. year could end with a busy schedule of interviews,
lunches and black-tie events.
Prepare for some major epiphanies and rapid inner
growth! From May to August, Jupiter will travel in The tenth house rules structure, authority and
a close trine (120-degree angle of harmony) to your recognition. It sits at the very summit of the chart
ruling planet, Neptune, which is in Pisces and your like a planetary penthouse—and with Jupiter in
first house of self. You could get starry-eyed about Sagittarius, you’ve got an express elevator to this
top-tier terrace. Don’t be surprised to find yourself few growing pains. If you’ve been locked into an
in the winner’s circle, surrounded by power players unequal parent-child dynamic that no longer fits,
and influential VIPs. With lucky and outspoken Jupiter helps you shift to a more mutual relationship.
Jupiter here, you could have a golden opportunity One thing’s for sure: Your biggest goals will be
to pitch your grand ideas, perhaps at a holiday a huge focus as the calendar turns. You’ll need
party. A mentor or seasoned industry veteran could to prioritize—not always easy for the mutable,
open doors before 2018 is through. spontaneous Pisces—in order to accomplish these
dreams. That will mean saying “no” to some things
Jupiter rules expansion and the tenth house rules so you can say “yes” to what matters most to you.
structure—a paradox you’ll need to reconcile. In addition to a demanding work schedule, you’ll
Explore ways that commitment can actually set want to carve out time for personal happiness,
you free. For example, you might work at an healthy living and your loved ones. Anything else
established company, but you’ll take on a role in is secondary.
their “new ventures” department or a position that
includes a lot of interesting travel and a flexible job Turning down so many “opportunities” won’t be
description. the most comfortable thing you’ve ever done, but
the payoff will be well worth it. By not scattering
This Jupiter cycle is ideal for “intrapraneurship”— your energy, you’ll make serious headway on your
being entrepreneurial within an existing company. If dreams. And while you might get a twinge of
you own a business, Jupiter’s love of learning could FOMO (fear of missing out), soon enough, you’ll
send you to leadership conferences, workshops and be too busy to notice. Stay focused on your primary
exciting summits where you can network and hone aims. Jupiter only comes here every 12 years, and
your executive skills. you don’t want to squander the opportunity!
With lucky Jupiter in this structured part of your Saturn in Capricorn: Gathering your
chart, you might get an offer that convinces you to tribe.
ditch your freewheeling lifestyle and flexible hours
for the executive suites. You could be offered a
leadership post with a fancy title and high levels of Who are the people on Team Pisces? Status-
responsibility—plus a salary and benefits to match. driven Saturn, the planet of responsibility and
Travel or relocation may be part of the package. maturity, will spend the next three years cruising
If you’re a master in your field, you could receive through Capricorn and your eleventh house of
public honors or long-overdue recognition. networking, technology and friendship. The people
you surround yourself with play an important role
The tenth house governs fathers and men. Your now. Collaborations could get serious and you may
relationship with your dad or an influential guy be invited to join a high-profile joint endeavor that
could go through an evolution, perhaps even a puts your name on the map.
“Author Jim Rohm famously suggested that your net worth

is determined by the five people you spend the most time
with. If that’s true, it might be time to audit your inner
circle. Do your closest friends share your values?”
Author Jim Rohm famously suggested that your will form an easy sextile (60-degree angle) to your
net worth is determined by the five people you Sun sign. You’ll feel Saturn’s teachings as gentle yet
spend the most time with. If that’s true, it might persistent nudges, rather than the harsh demands
be time to audit your inner circle. Do your closest this taskmaster planet can also deliver.
friends share your values? Are they ambitious
and self-sufficient, or are they always looking to It could be downright painless compared to
you for encouragement and direction? You may Saturn’s last transit through Sagittarius and
outgrow certain ties and form new ones that are your tenth house of authority and career. From
more aligned with the person you’re becoming. Cut December 2014 to December 2017, Saturn was
those codependent cords and stop enabling. If a forming a tough square (90-degree angle) to your
friendship is meant to last a lifetime, it might have Sun. You may have felt roadblocked at every turn,
to go through a few necessary growing pains so you or like you had to work twice as hard to get half
can find equal footing. as far. This was a time of paying your dues—or if
you didn’t, of paying the piper. While Saturn was
Another thing to examine: What kind of friend are in Sagittarius, one Pisces friend became a tenured
you being? As the saying goes, your vibe attracts professor while another one barely worked at all.
your tribe. If you’re constantly cancelling plans There was no taking shorcuts or skipping necessary
or flaking on your true-blue crew, hold yourself steps of the process.
to higher standards of integrity. With structured
Saturn here, it really is about who you know. So Dealing with “the system” may have been one of
treat your network like the gold that it is—especially the challenges during this last Saturn cycle. Two of
the people who’ve had your back through thick and the most notorious (and nefarious) Pisces examples
thin. Sure you may have a totally legit-sounding from 2017 are Mitch McConnell and his stymied
excuse or (yet another) “personal emergency.” But attempts to pass a draconian healthcare reform
if you’re always putting crises before connection, package, and Harvey Weinstein, whose decades of
what kind of life is that even giving you? sexual harassment and assault were finally exposed.
On the side of righteousness, Pisces musician Kesha
For most Pisces, Saturn in Capricorn will bring went head-to-head with the music industry when
clarity and opportunity, rather than any tough she sued producer Dr. Luke and accused him of
challenges. Overall, this is a milder cycle, as Saturn drugging and raping her. A New York judge ruled
“The eleventh house rules technology, and Saturn can make

you an online expert. Should you attract Internet fame, use
the digital space to spread an important message. Social justice
falls under the eleventh house’s humanitarian domain.”
in his favor, but she went on to become an unlikely unconscious and all that’s hidden in the shadows,
champion for fighting the patriarchy (which is ruled while Saturn governs the material and tangible
by Saturn) by exposing the toxic masculinity that world. Now that they’re both in Capricorn, you
pervades the entertainment industry—and really, could start attracting some powerful new allies, or
every corner of society. using your innate understanding of group dynamics
to bring people together. You’ll have an easier time
If you found a platform—or already have one— spotting “frenemies” and weeding out those user-
heavy-hitter Saturn could now give you the clout friendly types from your circle.
to lead your tribe. Saturn’s last cycle was about
mentors and honing your expertise. It was also The eleventh house rules technology, and Saturn
about hierarchy (the domain of the status-driven can make you an online expert. Should you attract
tenth house). Now, Saturn in your egalitarian Internet fame, use the digital space to spread an
eleventh house emphasizes coming together important message. Social justice falls under the
instead of establishing who’s on top. You may join eleventh house’s humanitarian domain. You could
a pioneering collective or membership-based group become the accidental spokesperson for a cause or
where your talents can be put to widespread use. even enter politics. Why not you, Pisces? With your
Position yourself as a trailblazer and an influencer, compassionate heart and ability to move people
but put your inner fame-whore in check. Saturn in on a deep soul level, you might be the perfect
this communal zone expects you to play well with champion for a world that’s sorely in need of your
others. There’s no place for diva behavior and heart-centered leadership.
spotlight-grabbing now. Acknowledge your team
instead and share the credit for your victories. Keep Uranus in Taurus: Now hear this.
your focus on how you can serve, rather than on May 15, 2018–April 26, 2026
how an opportunity serves you.
Passive Pisces no more! On May 15, radical
Saturn was last in Capricorn from 1988 to 1991. and revolutionary Uranus will take a eight-year
This time, it’s joining Pluto, which is making its sprint through Taurus and your third house
once-every-250-years trek through Capricorn of communication. The way you speak, think
from 2008 to 2024. Major meetup! It will be an and present yourself could go through a radical
interesting blend, as subterranean Pluto rules the revamp. If you have a world-changing message—
which Pisces often do—you will now express it fully, and webinars. Perhaps you’ll even design your own
and perhaps with far-reaching effect. While you’re virtual class or film an online show.
known to mutter snarky comments under your
breath, or embed clever-yet-cryptic commentary in Although you may cycle through a few friendships
your social media posts, your indirect sign doesn’t with changeable Uranus here, this period will be
always just come out and say what you think. And a welcome relief from the last seven years. Since
when you do, it can come out in a melodramatic 2011, Uranus has been in Aries and your second
or victim-y outpouring, which only attracts you house of work, money and security, making it hard
enablers, but not the supporters you need. to earn a steady paycheck or keep a firm grasp on
your funds. Uranus will make one last dip into Aries
Well, those days of innuendo are over. Between from November 6, 2018 until March 7, 2019, so
now and April 26, 2026, shock-jock Uranus propels make sure you have a little nest egg saved up in case
you to be outspoken and fearlessly authentic. Your an unexpected expense crops up. After that, it will
social circle may undergo an extreme makeover, enter Taurus for the long haul, handing you the
as you drift away from fake friends and embrace proverbial mic!
relationships with innovative and inspiring people.
Eclipses in Leo & Aquarius: Spiritual
Since the third house rules neighborhoods, the and physical health.
humanitarian influence of Uranus could find you
involved in local politics or community activism.
With nomadic Uranus here, you might also develop Time for an inside-out makeover? Four of this
a bohemian streak, hopping between cities or year’s five eclipses will fall on your axis of health
swapping homes with fellow wanderers. and healing, as they touch down in Leo (your
sixth house of fitness) and Aquarius (your spiritual
But no need to leave city limits for your fix! Uranus twelfth house). These lunar lifts are part of an
in your locally-sourced third house reveals the eclipse series running from February 2017 to
trailblazers and influencers who are already in your January 2019, which are transforming the way
midst. Put your consummate Pisces hosting skills to you balance mind, body and soul. You’re pulled
work and turn your living room into a Parisian-style between dueling themes of control and surrender.
salon, where dynamic dialogue and avant-garde Through these balancing eclipses, you’ll learn
ideas come alive. when to lean in and when to lean back and accept
the things you can’t change.
Got a big idea? Your work could involve writing,
teaching or media during this Uranus cycle. With In January and August, eclipses will fall in Leo
your mind feeling #woke you’ll also be in search and your sixth house of health, a time to focus on
of trailblazing teachers. You might become an avid fitness, lifestyle changes and following any doctor’s
consumer of podcasts, online courses, TED talks orders. The sixth house is associated with the
“In 2018, you’ll learn to strike a balance between micromanaging and

having overly porous boundaries. Not everyone deserves a spot on
Team Pisces. Don’t cling to people just because they’re familiar.”
digestive system, and you might explore cutting- been struggling with. If you’re grappling with an
edge research on gut health. Maybe you’ll try a addiction, you may find the courage to get help or
microbiome test, which can measure the health of enter recovery. This might be a fruitful time for
your gut bacteria and potentially show your risk for deep therapy and inner work. The twelfth house,
certain diseases. Ask your physician about options which is ruled by Pisces, governs the subconscious.
like this—or others, such as a daily probiotic, food Anything from hypnosis to shamanic healing to
allergy testing or a low-FODMAP diet. past-life regression could shed light on stubborn
blocks and help you break chronic, fear-based
If indeed we really are what we eat, the Leo eclipses patterns. For artists and healers, these Aquarius
may bring a recommended change of menu—and eclipses may inspire a creative renaissance.
venue. You could be extra sensitive to chemicals in
your environment, not to mention those in your At work and in your relationships, you’re also
skincare, beauty and cleaning products. There learning when to be hands-on and when to let
may be an ingredient that doesn’t agree with your others take the wheel. Contrary to your reputation
system. as passive, Pisces can be pretty large and in-charge
when the situation calls for it. Do you need to
With these eclipses touching your health houses, be more stern with people? There may be some
you may get doctor’s orders to change your problems this year that only you can fix, but you
lifestyle. As a Pisces, your mind-body connection is don’t have to do it alone!
naturally strong. The saying “as within, so without”
rings true for your sign, and your emotional state With the Leo eclipses sweeping through your sixth
can strongly influence your wellbeing. If you’ve house of helpful people, you could hire and fire.
been dealing with enigmatic symptoms, delving Create savvy systems that help you stay on top of
into your psyche could yield additional clues. the details effectively. The two Aquarius eclipses
These eclipses call for a blend of both medical and may reveal hidden agendas or shady characters—
metaphysical approaches. eye-opening moments that show where you’ve
relinquished a little too much control.
Lessons in surrender arrive in February and July,
when eclipses in Aquarius will energize your twelfth In 2018, you’ll learn to strike a balance between
house of rest, forgiveness and release. You could micromanaging and having overly porous
be forced to wave the white flag on an issue you’ve boundaries. Not everyone deserves a spot on
Team Pisces. Don’t cling to people just because yourself out there. This is a great day to take (or
they’re familiar. Should they be “eclipsed” away, post) new headshots, upgrade your social media
trust that the universe will soon usher in someone profiles and position yourself as an influencer. No
loyal and qualified who’s a much better fit! more hiding! u
Cancer Solar Eclipse: Express

yourself.
July 12
Surprise summer lovin’? On July 12, a partial

solar (new moon) eclipse falls in Cancer and your
passionate fifth house, bringing an unexpected
amorous awakening. Single? Be open to love today,
and know that it could come when you’re not even
looking. (Ophi met her husband in 2006 during
an eclipse in this very same zone of her chart!)
Dress up a little. Smile at people. Say “yes” to a
social invitation or even a blind date. See who the
universe puts in your path. For coupled Pisces, this
lunation can awaken your desires. A pregnancy is
possible or you could evolve into a new chapter
where you express yourself more openly.
This date kicks off a two-year eclipse series falling

on the Cancer/Capricorn axis. Between now
and July 2020, you’ll be negotiating when to be
the star and when to be the metaphorical backup
dancer. Your love life and friendships might
change quite dramatically, and you may become
compatible with a completely different tribe. Start
by unapologetically “doing you”!
Since the fifth house rules self-expression, this

year’s Cancer eclipse will push you to boldly
speak from the heart in all areas of your life. Your
creativity and talent could attract attention, so put
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January: Love Hotspots slips into your dreamy twelfth house for the next
couple weeks, you can be easily swept away. For
January 1: Cancer full moon (supermoon) couples, this is an ideal time for a romantic escape,
Dial up the passion—and wash the good linens. The even for a long weekend. The twelfth house
first full moon of 2018 lands in Cancer and your also rules closure, so this can be a healing time
sensual fifth house, which may set up a lusty half-year to forgive someone or to gently move on from a
or bring on a tidal wave of intense emotions. Oh, relationship that’s run its course.
and did we mention the high risk of drama—caused
by both other people and your own sweet self ? January 26-March 17: Mars in Sagittarius
Ready to go for the gold? For the first time in two
January 9: Venus-Pluto meetup years, motivated Mars blasts into your tenth house
Suddenly soulmates? Simmering attraction with of career ambition. You’ll be hell-bent on setting,
a friend or online match could move into deeper then reaching, and then exceeding your goals. Try
waters fast. You may feel an instant “click,” almost not to let the pressure get to you.
like déjà vu. Have you known each other before?
With karmic Pluto and romantic Venus linked up,
this could be a past-life connection—or at least, it
sure feels like one! January 6: Mercury-Uranus trine
Exit the four-lane freeway and plan to take the “blue
January 13: Venus-Uranus square highways” and off-roads under this innovative
As Venus butts heads with freedom-seeking alignment. You’ll find more opportunity, not to
Uranus, you’re in the mood to flirt, hook up and mention fun, on the lesser-traveled routes.
explore the options. Possessive and jealous people,
step to the left! And with these planets heating up January 6: Mars-Jupiter meetup
your social sectors, just about anyone could look Inspiration on fire! Go-getter Mars and expansive
like fair game, from longtime friends to coworkers. Jupiter unite in your visionary ninth house, making
Be discerning, Pisces. Couples could bicker about you the perfect evangelist for a big idea. Your
petty stuff today. Take a break and go hang with daring moves could gain widespread attention.
your separate friend groups. Absence makes the Under these outspoken skies, you may drop a few
heart grow fonder. truth bombs that make people sit up and listen.
January 17-February 10: Venus in Aquarius January 9: Sun-Pluto meetup

Fantasy figure or the real deal? When vixen Venus You know what they say about keeping your
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friends close and your frenemies closer. That’s the ideas right away? Make a point of connecting and
perfect advice for this hard-to-read mashup of seeing how you can work together more. Combine
the straightforward Sun and manipulative Pluto. your superpowers on a small project and give it a
Without letting your own integrity flounder, see if trial run.
you can get some inspiration from your competitors!
January 11-31: Mercury in Capricorn Express elevator to the penthouse, please! Speedy
Don’t wait, collaborate! The “hive mind” is abuzz Mars, the planet of motivation, zooms into your
as mental Mercury visits your eleventh house of tenth house of career and status for the first time in
teamwork and technology. From crowdsourcing to two years. Work pressure could ramp up with short
crowdfunding, cast a wide net to get the answers deadlines and demanding tasks. Lean in—all the
and resources you need. way in!—and you could end up with a promotion
or a major accomplishment to crow about. But
January 12: Mercury-Saturn meetup make sure you have enough support in your life so
They say you’re the average of the five people you don’t burn out or bring the stress home.
you spend the most time with. Today, as social
Mercury aligns with status-driven Saturn in your January 28: Mercury-Uranus square
groups zone, you might want to add a heavy hitter Fluctuating finances, drifting deadlines and indecisive
or two to that quintet. You may feel unsupported people could make it impossible to get anything
by your team or like a certain affiliation is holding done today. Everyone’s got an opinion—and a
you back. Speak up. But don’t ditch your loyalists. handy excuse. Don’t waste your time chasing down a
Those “ride or die” people who are there through commitment or a clear answer. Focus on crossing off
your ups and downs aren’t so easily replaced. small tasks that don’t require much thinking.
January 16: Capricorn new moon January 31-February 17: Mercury in Aquarius
All together now! A new moon in your teamwork Slow your roll and enjoy a more leisurely pace of life
house could plant the seeds for a collaboration over the next few weeks. Cerebral Mercury makes
that unfolds in the next six months. Technology its annual downshift into your sleepy, introspective
is highlighted. This is a great day for an online twelfth house, a.k.a. the “Pisces house.” Give
launch or to publish a post that goes viral. your exhausted brain a break by indulging in that
favorite pastime of yours: creative daydreaming!
Meeting of the minds? Mental Mercury and January 31: Leo full moon (total lunar eclipse
potent Pluto connect, putting you in the path of & supermoon)
some key influencers and decision-makers. Present As the second full moon this month, this blue
your savvy ideas while you have their attention. moon’s stunning glow in your sixth house of
Is there someone who just “gets” you and your
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organization, helpful people and wellness is giving February 21: Venus-Neptune meetup
you the mojo to do some rare and wonderful Hang on to your hat! When these two idealistic
things! This could kick off a few weeks of “cleaning and mesmerizing planets make their annual
house” on Team Pisces—as well as in your fridge embrace in your sign, you may get swept away
and pantry. Set some new goals, and take one by sensuality and seduction. And we’re not saying
giant step toward them every day. that’s a bad thing!
February: Love Hotspots February 25: Venus-Mars square

Today marks the first of 2018’s three Venus-
February 4: Venus-Jupiter square Mars face-offs, and it could push you to act
You might set out to have an “honest” conversation prematurely. What’s wrong with enjoying yourself
with someone today, but under this unwieldy and indulging in a little romantic reconnaissance?
mashup, it could go sideways. Ensure that you’re You don’t owe your love interest(s) anything except
not projecting your own issues onto this person or honesty. It’s fine to take your time before going all
being passive-aggressive. If you can’t tell whether in. That said, if you don’t have any intention of
your strong feelings are reciprocated, hold off on committing, be honorable and let them know.
expressing them.
Sweet! Compassionate and sensual Venus pays her February 10: Sun-Jupiter square
annual respects to your sign, putting you in fine, People are spouting off “facts” like they know what
flirty form. Playfulness and romance? Of course! they’re talking about, but they could be blowing
But this three-week cycle is also good for devoting hot air. Don’t be so quick to buy what they’re
more time to self-care, giving your personal style selling. On your own part, this wouldn’t be the
a little upgrade and immersing yourself in beauty. day to “fake it ‘til you make it.” You’re likely to
get called out.
February 15: Aquarius new moon (partial
solar eclipse) February 13: Mercury-Jupiter square
Chinese Year of the Dog Too much information! You’re getting conflicting
Craving a fresh start in a major area of your life? stories and inflated promises, but none of it is
This new moon in your twelfth house of healing, really adding up. Ask for details before you sign
surrender and soulmates—the only one of 2018— up for anything today. You might not be hearing
can set you up for the changes you’re ready to make. the whole story.
The key word there is “ready”; this isn’t something
your angels hand-deliver to you, Pisces. These kinds February 17-March 6: Mercury in Pisces
of alterations come from deep inside your psyche When the communication planet blazes into your
and manifest through your sustained efforts! sign, you’ll have cosmic support for speaking up
and asserting yourself. Got some big ideas to

present or an important cause to share with a
larger audience? Jump up on the soapbox and act March 1: Venus-Jupiter trine
like the world-class advocate you were born to be! When the love planet is parked in your sign and
makes a rare and lucky trine to auspicious Jupiter,
February 17: Mars-Neptune square it’s a perfect moment to take a chance on love.
Someone could pressure you to make a major Weigh the odds of success against how you’d feel
decision today. Refuse to be rushed or strong- if you didn’t even try.
armed. With passive Neptune battling aggressive
Mars you’re susceptible to guilt trips and emotional March 1: Virgo full moon
manipulation. Summon the strength to assert your The year’s only Virgo full moon lands in your
boundaries anyway. house of committed relationships and asks the
million-dollar question: Are you in, or are you out?
February 25: Mercury-Neptune meetup You get one of the deciding votes in this matter, so
Tap into the right-brained superpowers of this search your heart and soul and come up with an
ethereal alignment (in Pisces) and give your answer within the coming few weeks ruled by this
imagination free reign. Work on the style and lunar lift. Virgo energy can make you a smidge
visuals of a project. Glam up your own image critical, so watch for that.
and social profiles. With compassion heightened,
you could heal a rift or gently support a coworker March 4: Mercury-Venus meetup
who’s struggling. Just know that you’ll also be a real Express your love! With verbal Mercury and
“softie” under these stars—even a little gullible. Put seductive Venus lining up in your sign, you’ll find
off any major decisions and just go with the flow. the right words to tell someone how you feel.
Go on and gush a little! If you’d like to see some
February 28: Mercury-Mars square changes in your relationship, this cosmic combo
Stick to the plan or go off topic? With Mercury helps you express that diplomatically.
in your sign, you could have an eleventh-hour
epiphany about how to do something better, faster March 6-31: Venus in Aries
and with more ease. But with stressful Mars in your The romance planet ambles into your second house
rigid tenth house, you could encounter resistance of security, stability and old-fashioned values. Stop
by people who don’t want to change course. Use listening to what your friends say and reflect on
every ounce of your charm to persuade them, but what matters most to you about relationships. Over
be willing to compromise. these coming weeks, follow only your heart!
March 13: Venus-Saturn square

Now it’s really time to slip on the noise-reducing
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headphones and tune out what those so-called desire, and could experience mind-blowing
friends are saying. Isn’t this your love life, Pisces? chemistry with someone new (or perhaps not so
And where is it written that your entire crew and new). Know thyself, Pisces: This volcanic lunation
your love interest have to mesh? They just have to can spark extreme behavior, from epic nights of
get along with you! erotic play to an unexpected proposal—to an out-
of-left-field breakup.
Friends with (boudoir) benefits? As lusty Mars
barrels into your social eleventh house for two
months, a platonic pal or coworker could suddenly March 1: Virgo full moon
seem appealing. But with randy Mars in this free- This full moon of completions in your partnership
spirited zone, you’re in no rush to be tied down to sector can give that little extra push to seal the
just one person. For couples, too much together deal or return to the negotiating table. Or it could
time can make you irritable, so give each other a inspire you to finally cut a cord on an alliance
little space. Familiarity can breed contempt—but that’s no longer working out.
autonomy is sexy!
March 23: Venus-Pluto square Voice your truth! Take the filters off and speak
Come closer, back off? Oh, it’s confusing inside your from the heart. You’ll inspire people with your big
head today under this befuddling square. Venus ideas and grand vision. Don’t hold back.
in your security zone wants constant reassurance,
yet penetrating Pluto in your freedom-loving zone March 4: Sun-Neptune meetup
needs “space.” Ultimately, this is less about your Woo-hoo! This once-a-year inspirational powder
daily engagement levels than you being totally keg of a conjunction sets your imagination on fire
honest with your love interest and not giving them and revs your confidence up to Leo levels! You’re
cause to disbelieve your motives. a creative and intuitive force to be reckoned with,
so be fearless (even if it’s a bit of an act) and share
March 31-April 24: Venus in Taurus your potentially world-changing ideas with the
When the sensual sweet talker swings into your widest audience possible.
super-social sector, she can send sparks flying with
a platonic pal or a shiny new online prospect. March 6-May 13: Mercury in Aries
Take advantage of this extra-long Mercury cycle
March 31: Libra full moon (it’ll be retrograde for three weeks) by getting your
Siz-zle! The year’s only full moon in sensual Libra finances organized and taking savvy steps to make
lands in your eighth house of intimacy, sex and your money work harder for you. Consult with a
intense emotions. Over the coming weeks, you professional advisor; read some books and blogs
may not be able to put out the fire on your burning that are appropriate for your level of investment.
This is also a great 10-week period for interviewing, interested in. The only things that can truly hold
negotiating and exploring some new options. you back are self-doubt and a limited imagination.
Work with a life or career coach if you need help in
March 11: Mars-Uranus trine either department. Over the next six months, you
No more hemming, hawing or making excuses! can develop an enhanced level of self-awareness
Today’s skies strongly encourage you to take a and independence. Dream it, do it!
bold (yet calculated) risk. Because these planets
are harmoniously blending their potent energies, March 22-April 15: Mercury retrograde in
you’ll be seen as an innovator—not a loose cannon. Aries
Bleeding red ink? Mercury’s three-week reversal
March 11: Mercury-Saturn square through your second house of money and work
Resist the temptation to act impulsively during this could interrupt or undo recent progress. Don’t
square of Mercury in rash Aries and “show me the stress over it. Ride this transit out as best you can,
evidence” Saturn. And no, it’s not closed-minded knowing that, once the mindful planet gets back
of someone to demand proof. It’s smart business! on track, so will your finances.
March 13: Sun-Jupiter trine March 24: Sun-Mars square

The sky’s the limit—to your imagination—today, You know what they say about “one bad apple”? Well
as the charismatic Sun in your sign fist-bumps today, a brash Braeburn could spread rot through
auspicious Jupiter in your expansive ninth house. the whole barrel. Don’t let this disruptor hijack
You have only to open your mouth and speak from productivity. If a passionate person has an actual
your heart to inspire the masses. Use your powers point, it could be worth a listen. But set some ground
of persuasion to help others see possibilities where rules before you engage in any group discussions
previously they saw only obstacles. today. Tempers and egos are running high.
March 17-May 16: Mars in Capricorn March 29: Sun-Saturn square

When the red-hot planet blasts into your zone Lots of luck trying to get everyone on the same
of teamwork and technology for the first time in page today. Is it red tape, too many cooks in the
two years, you can reach a new level of success kitchen—or just one egocentric sous chef spoiling
by working collaboratively on a project. Make the whole recipe? Whatever the case, people don’t
sure you’ve got the latest versions of all software seem willing to compromise even an inch today. So
programs, and seek out apps that can make you instead of continuing to bang your head against
more productive and efficient. the wall, work independently, table this agenda
item and come back to it in another day or so.
March 17: Pisces new moon
The year’s only new moon in your sign can help
you turn over any and all new leaves you’re
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“It’s not that you should treat your relationship like a business
deal. But successful unions do share certain qualities with
healthy professional alliances: clear communication and
respect for each other’s boundaries and differing opinions.”
March 31: Libra full moon Single? Stay open to casual conversations at work
The year’s only Libra full moon lights up your events, and be more upfront about what you want
eighth house of joint ventures, investments and on your dating apps!
shared finances. Are you doing the most with
willing partners to combine your talents for mutual April 11: Venus-Mars trine
profit? This lunar lift can help you find (relatively) It’s one of the year’s luckiest days for love, as the
painless ways of whittling down debt. If you amorous planets meet in a harmonious trine.
haven’t had a sit-down with a financial advisor in With both of them in your social sectors, sparks
a while, make the call. It’s past time! could fly with a friend or someone you meet
through mutual contacts. You might also get lucky
April: Love Hotspots on your favorite dating app, since technology is
highlighted. Couples will bond doing something
April 2: Mars-Saturn meetup light and social together. Get some last-minute
Are you ready to introduce a new love interest tickets or score a reservation to a buzzy new tapas
to your inner circle? Part of you is almost too and wine spot.
eager, while another side is hesitant, fearing a
lack of mutual affection. Couples will enjoy being April 17: Venus-Jupiter opposition
more social today and this evening—but choose Cancel your plans to have “the talk” today. With
your company carefully. People may have wildly outspoken Jupiter at odds with harmonizer Venus,
divergent agendas. you’re likely to say all the wrong things or blurt out
something that creates a messy misunderstanding.
April 7: Venus-Saturn trine If you’re pondering whether to confess an
It’s not that you should treat your relationship like attraction, wait.
a business deal. But successful unions do share
certain qualities with healthy professional alliances: April 17: Venus-Pluto trine
clear communication and respect for each other’s Single Pisces might find love—or lust—in unlikely
boundaries and differing opinions. Try treating places today, like your own social network. If you
your beloved with the same deference you have for catch a frisky vibe off an acquaintance or a friend’s
others and see if it doesn’t strengthen your bond. friend, why not flirt back? You’re a Pisces. Trust
your intuition on this! With game-changing Pluto in the-cuff or outspoken remarks. Mouthy Mercury
your tech zone connected with the love planet, an in your sign boosts your assertiveness. But with
online prospect might surprise you with its serious aggro Mars in your tenth house of rules and
potential. Attached? Act like you’re not—with each authority, don’t push it. You could come across as
other. Send a sexy Snap or a suggestive text and a loose cannon in front of an important client or
keep the cat-and-mouse game going all day! superior, a reputation you won’t easily shed.
April 24-May 19: Venus in Gemini April 11: Sun-Pluto square

Can you feel the love tonight? You will definitely feel Guard your intellectual property like a watchdog
something over the next three weeks as tender Venus today! Someone may be not be playing with a full
makes her annual sojourn through your sentimental deck—or maybe it’s a deck that’s already stacked
fourth house. Couples can experience the kind of against you. Pluto rules the hidden realms, and
heartfelt connections they haven’t had in a while or when it’s squaring the Sun in straight-up Aries,
take a major next step. Singles will enjoy entertaining they could try to wheedle some valuable info out
in your home and at friends’—and dress to impress. of you. Button up for safety!
Love can be lurking at the next potluck!
April 15: Aries new moon
April: Career Hotspots Dreams can become reality over the next six
months, thanks to this potent new moon in your
April 1: Sun-Mercury meetup
second house of work and money. Since fortune
With the confident Sun and articulate Mercury in
favors the bold, meet the universe halfway by
your money house, there’s no time like the present
making an audacious and confident move, like
to ask for a raise, schedule a salary review or blast
asking for a raise or cold-calling an A-list client.
off your resume to prospective employers.

Stop, breathe, think! Pressure could reach a full
Motivated Mars has you eager to kick off a new
boil at work today, stretching your nerves to
collaboration, but restrained Saturn is urging you
the breaking point. Pay attention to everything
to slow down and conduct due diligence. People
financial, from how much cash is flying out of your
might not be showing all their cards, or someone
wallet to store receipts to credit card statements.
might have a hidden agenda that won’t mesh with
others’. While there is indeed strength in numbers,
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that’s more likely to be true if you choose your
When resistant Saturn bangs up against a
team wisely.
retrograde Mercury, fighting the powers that be
will prove an exercise in futility. Save your breath,
and wait for cooler, more open-minded heads to
Feel out your audience before you make any off-
prevail (which could take a couple weeks).
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April 26: Mars-Pluto meetup May 19-June 13: Venus in Cancer

You know what you know, but today it’s really With saucy Venus vamping through your fifth
about who you know that can lead to success. Be house of passion, romance and beauty, your
strategic and team up with key influencers and summer will get off to a white-hot start! Add more
decision makers. You may need to do something a glamour to your look, and be unabashed in your
little dramatic to get their attention, but once you flirty style. Attached? Add more sensuality to your
do, it will have been worth the awkwardness. couple time. Little touches will go a long way
toward stoking the embers of desire!
The year’s only Scorpio full moon electrifies May 26: Venus-Saturn opposition
your visionary ninth house, inspiring you to do You may feel pulled in opposing directions
something major that can help you manifest as Venus in compassionate Cancer and your
a grand dream. Since this realm rules travel, romance zone faces off with somber Saturn in
adventure, education and freelance initiatives, you practical Capricorn. Head or heart? Why can’t it
could soon be well on your own way to owning be both? Rule out the extremes—the bad boys/
Pisces, Inc. before the year is out! girls and the humorless automatons—and enjoy
sampling from the wide swatch you’re left with!
April 29: Sun-Saturn trine Couples may swing between extremes of being
Not everyone is driven by competition, and today overly pragmatic and romantic—which isn’t so
you may discover a secret ally lurking out there in bad when you really think about it.
Cube-land! Don’t ease up on the pedal: Important
people are watching you. Act with confidence, May 29-June 12: Mercury in Gemini
work with integrity, and always give 110 percent. When the communication planet enters your
Kudos—or a bump in pay—could be imminent. fourth house of domestic bliss, you’ll have an
easy time articulating your emotions. You may
May: Love Hotspots be feeling sensitive and nurturing, so keep the

tissues close at hand. Couples could leap into a
May 7: Venus-Neptune square conversation about meeting each other’s families,
You may be feeling things strongly today, but that moving in together or making babies.
doesn’t mean you’ll be thinking clearly. On the
contrary, with romantic Venus clashing with your
co-ruler, dreamy Neptune, in your sign, logic may
escape you entirely. Since you’re not likely to make May 7: Mercury-Pluto square
wise decisions, anytime someone tries to push you Power trip! Someone could use money and status
to commit, stall! to intimidate, creating divisions and a climate of
fear. Don’t allow these abuses to go unchecked.
Today, silence equals complicity; so if you see
something, say something. There could be weird May 13-29: Mercury in Taurus
dodginess about deadlines or money. Get to The messenger planet switches on every light bulb
the bottom of any murky issues instead of just in your house as it makes its annual whirlwind
ignoring red flags. tour through your communication corner. To stay
focused, silence your alerts and only have tabs open
May 8: Sun-Jupiter opposition that you’re working on. (Emphasis on work, not
Someone might be full of hot air under this play.) Follow up on meetings and synchronicities.
egotistical face-off, and, um, it could be you! If You’ll be on fire these next seven weeks, and you
that’s the case, it’s probably not intentional— don’t want to waste a single brain cell!
more like a case of you buying into someone else’s
overblown hype. Jupiter can blow situations out May 15: Taurus new moon
of proportion, so take things with a grain of salt Your sign tends be a little reticent, but you can
today, and be careful not to get sucked into the plant seeds for a future project by being the one
kind of circular arguments that no one ever wins. to get the dialogue started! You won’t need to talk
anyone into anything. By following your intuition
May 11: Sun-Pluto trine to seek out the right parties and speak from your
On a mission to change the world—or your tiny heart, you’ll have people eating out of your hand!
sphere of influence? Don’t try to do it alone:
That’s a fool’s errand. Today, as the optimistic Sun May 15: Uranus in Taurus (until November 6)
aligns with alchemical Pluto in your teamwork Financial stability at last? Unpredictable Uranus
zone, buddy up with smart and well-connected exits your work and money house, where it’s been
people. In this case, the whole will definitely be since 2011, and moves into your communication
greater than the sum of its parts. And when you all corner. Fascinating friendships and collaborations
tap into your social media networks, your message could spark up as the side-spinning planet weaves
could go viral. through this social zone for the next eight years.
But hold onto your wallet: Uranus will make one
May 13: Mercury-Uranus meetup last visit to your finance sector from November
These two innovative planets make one final fist 2018 to March 2019, then it won’t be back again
bump in trail-blazing Aries and your work and for 84 years.
money house before they advance into Taurus.
You’re chomping at the bit to get an exciting idea May 16: Mars-Uranus square
out of the gate, but rein yourself in and make sure Don’t take the bait! Someone could push your
everything is letter-perfect before your big reveal. buttons or act in a passive-aggressive manner that
Executed properly, those trailblazing ideas could angers you today. Trying to talk it through will
score you a big win. leave you in a frustrating circular conversation.
Walk away or change the subject.
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May 18: Mercury-Saturn trine or color outside the lines. Your collective genius
Your brilliance can’t shine if you try to do could turn up some cutting-edge ideas. It’s an
everything yourself. Outsource to some capable excellent day for creative strategizing.
specialists with solid experience. With a proper
plan and the right support, your visionary ideas May 29: Sagittarius full moon
will have a fighting chance! You shoot, you score! All your hard work of the
past year is about to bring a big payday—or the
May 23: Sun-Mars trine kind of professional kudos that could position
Compassion and intuition are your superpowers you for a major move. In expansive Sagittarius,
today. Use them to champion a project you believe this full moon can usher in a series of huge career
in. Stick up for an underdog or someone who may opportunities. Are you ready to own your power
be feeling shy and left out. If coworkers slip into and take on a more high-profile role? Change is in
gossip and bickering, redirect them to higher the air, and it’s yours for the seizing!
ground and don’t participate.
May 23: Mercury-Jupiter opposition June: Love Hotspots

Know-it-all alert! Everyone has an opinion and June 1: Venus-Jupiter trine
nobody’s listening to anyone else. People will talk This is the second auspicious alignment of the
over each other and argue about petty things. “benefic” planets this year—and this one could
You’re easily distracted, so shut down browser blow the chains of protection off your heart! You’re
windows or turn off your Wi-Fi to avoid going seeking security, and if you’re in a relationship,
down Internet rabbit holes. Multitasking will may start discussing deeper commitment and
spread you thin and leave you feeling scattered. “next steps.” Singles are encouraged to take a risk
and really put yourself out there.
This second in a trio of trines (the first was
June 2: Venus-Neptune trine
December 2, 2017; the third will be August 19)
You probably couldn’t hold back your feelings if
gives you the guts and the grit to motivate the
you wanted to under this sensitive and vulnerable
masses. You don’t have to “do” anything, Pisces.
mashup—and why would you want to?! Under this
Your natural compassion and charisma, coupled
heavenly influence, your heart will be open and
with the momentum of these powerhouse planets,
forgiving, and it’s easy to believe in an idealistic
helps you speak truthfully and courageously for
romantic dream.
what you believe in.
June 5: Venus-Pluto opposition

May 25: Mercury-Pluto trine
Sure, you say you’re not into drama, but today’s
Mastermind! Put your head together with some
stars could stir up emotions that lead you to act in
pioneering people who aren’t afraid to go deep
“When the communication planet sails into your fifth

house of passion, you may find yourself thinking, talking
and even dreaming about romance nonstop. No one will blame
you for all that flirty banter and those double entendres.”
a, shall we say, rather theatrical way. If you truly they’re engrossed in a project or pulling the blanket
want to keep it real, stop blaming everyone else and over their feet when they’re shivering. For the next
acknowledge your role in difficult situations. several weeks, as Venus travels through your zone
of daily routines, narrow your romantic focus and
June 12-29: Mercury in Cancer save the grand gestures for another time. This
Talk dirty to you! When the communication planet is also a great cycle for self-care and being more
sails into your fifth house of passion, you may conscious of what you eat and how you exercise
find yourself thinking, talking and even dreaming together. Healthy is sexy!
about romance nonstop. No one will blame you for
all that flirty banter and those double entendres. June 14: Venus-Uranus square
In your own relationship, get more real, though, Control is a turn-off any day, but as Venus clashes
and express your desires directly. Single? ‘Fess up with liberated Uranus, the slightest whiff of it
about your true attraction! will send you running. Avoid playing life coach
with your love interest. You don’t have to “fix”
June 13: Gemini new moon each other or give unsolicited advice. Whatever
The year’s only Gemini new moon powers up in happened to just having fun?
your domestic fourth house, launching a sensitive
and emotional new chapter. Where would you like June 21: Venus-Mars opposition
a fresh start or to turn over a new leaf ? Anything Drama alert! Control issues, finger-pointing and
that has to do with your home and family is in a “poor me” complex could be just some of the
the spotlight—your living situation, closest bonds, intensity that erupts as the love planets make an
pregnancy… Plant some seeds now and watch unattractive faceoff. One part of you wants to
them grow into giant beanstalks over the coming micromanage the relationship, another side just
six months! wants to run away. Avoid making major decisions
about your love life under these fraught skies.
Sometimes the sweetest way to show your affection June 25: Venus-Jupiter square
is through the practical and often-overlooked little The choice is yours: Hyper-focus on someone’s
things, like bringing your beloved a cup of tea when flaws and shortcomings or overlook them and home
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in on everything you adore about them! Remember, and not let yourself be so easily upset. Try to
there’s probably something about you that they forestall any important decisions until this passes
aren’t 100 percent crazy about, so silently send your in another day.
appreciation and choose to be happy together!
June 26-August 27: Mars retrograde When the action planet reverses course, all kinds of
Ex-factor? Lusty Mars takes a two-month things could go sideways. This summer promises
backspin, and for the majority of its retrograde it to be super-intense, and people’s competitive sides
will dip into your twelfth house of fantasy, closure may overshadow the previously cooperative vibe.
and illusion. An old flame could return and sweep Be slow to confide in anyone until this passes. Back
you away…temporarily. But are you setting up all your data to the cloud and an external hard
yourself up for the same fall again? You may end drive, and make sure you have strong passwords!
up trusting the wrong person or giving your power
away too quickly. If you’re dealing with a breakup, June 27: Sun-Saturn opposition
things could get contentious. Call a time-out Close the opinion polls—and your email and social
instead of engaging in drama. Cutting the cord networks—and affix your nose to the grindstone.
isn’t easy, but this might be your wakeup call that You love your friends, but under today’s grating
it’s time to do it. Someone’s suspicious behavior opposition, someone may cross a line and say
could rouse your trust issues. Are you imagining something hurtful. Keep your personal life private.
things or are they up to no good? Investigate And you definitely don’t want to be talking about
before you assume. this at work!
June: Career Hotspots June 28: Capricorn full moon

This annual full moon in your collaboration
June 1: Mercury-Mars trine sector heralds a major triumph on a group
Lead with compassion if you want to motivate project. You’ll know who’s a true-blue comrade
people. No need to be a drill sergeant when a softer and who’s only out for themselves. Spend some
touch will probably accomplish what you need. time reveling in the accomplishment, but don’t
Just be clear and direct about your expectations. rest on your laurels. These next few weeks are a
This is a great day to pitch a creative idea. perfect time for more networking!
June 7: Sun-Neptune square June 29-September 5: Mercury in Leo

Newsflash: You don’t have to take everything Even as you’re dreaming up some brilliant and
personally! While today’s touchy alignment may visionary ideas, pay close attention to the details.
leave you a bit more sensitive than usual (which As the analytical planet tours your systematic sixth
is a lot), you can still do some positive self-talk house, your mind will be razor-sharp, making this
the perfect opportunity to focus on those boring-yet- drama and let your S.O. or love interest know that
essential tasks. Because Mercury goes retrograde you want an enduring relationship with someone
from July 26 to August 19, you’ll have extra time to who shares your vision for the future. Don’t wait
really plan, prioritize and project-manage! for them to broach the subject!
July 24: Venus-Neptune opposition

July: Love Hotspots It may be hard to stay on the same page today,
even if you and your amour started out that way.
July 9-August 6: Venus in Virgo
With nebulous Neptune in the picture, confusion
Yeah, baby! When the romance planet sails into
and codependency issues can block the easy flow.
your relationship house for her annual fire-stoking
Focus on your needs, and ride this befuddling
session, you can look forward to the heat getting
transit out another day before trying to get back
turned way up on your summer lovin’… Whether
in sync.
you’re attached or not, you’re sure to have some
wild fun in the sun with someone who’s more than
July 27: Aquarius full moon (total lunar
a passing fancy.
eclipse)
The year’s only full moon in your mystical twelfth
house shines a light on areas that have been
Let other people’s opinions and attitudes roll off
unclear or surreal. Eclipses reveal things that had
you like water off a duck. You could care less what
been hidden, so if someone’s been stringing you
they think! When feistily independent Uranus
along, the universe offers you a pair of scissors to
waves its liberating wand over vixen Venus, you’re
cut that tie! Stay open to “real deal” prospects.
only interested in one thing: doing love your way.
You could draw in a soulmate type in the coming
Single Fish could reel in someone special online or
few weeks. Couples can intensify their bonds by
through mutual friends.
sharing fantasies, and spending time in more
creative or spiritual pursuits.
eclipse)
July 27: Venus-Pluto trine
This life-altering new moon in your romance
Single Fish might feel unmistakable vibes with an
sector is wonderful news for Pisces in relationships
up-until-now platonic pal. Your next great love
and those who currently aren’t. This lunar lift
could be hovering in your social circle or within
could signal a new attraction, a romantic reboot
a few degrees of separation! Paired-up Pisces will
or possibly bring a pregnancy. It’s up to you to add
enjoy spending time working to support a social
more playfulness and passion to your life!
cause or doing things with other couples.

If you’re playing for keeps, act like it! Lose the
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“Before you wave the white flag, center yourself and

take the necessary ‘Mercury retrograde precautions.’
Communication, travel and technology are likely to
get messed up, but life doesn’t grind to a halt.”
July: Career Hotspots give you analysis paralysis. Know what’s “good
enough” and make your move.
You’ll have your greatest success today by thinking July 12: Sun-Pluto opposition
outside the box and not just following the herd. Under this annual face-off, people’s fuses are short,
Express your true opinions, even if you think and they may behave compulsively. Stay centered
you’re a total outlier. Once you boldly break that and cut others a wide berth. Since you’re likely to
barrier, others may excitedly jump on board! misinterpret their intentions or send mixed signals
yourself, try your best to fly under the radar.
Be careful what you share in public today. Your July 25: Sun-Uranus square
thinking may be a bit emotional, and hence The devil is indeed in the details today, as the
muddled, and you could make a knee-jerk reaction Sun is riding through your systematic sixth
when a calculated judgment is called for. Hold off house but getting bottlenecked by disruptive
on big decisions: You’re likely to regret them. Uranus. Just when you think you’ve got a handle
on things, something (or someone) throws a lug
July 8: Sun-Neptune trine wrench in your project. Keep your wits, and stay
You’ll shine as a creative thinker and compassionate on guard for button-pushing people with their
leader today. Wear your heart on your sleeve a own dastardly agendas.
little. Your emotions are your strength, and you’ll
find that people trust you more, not less, when you July 26-August 19: Mercury retrograde in Leo
show them. It takes courage to put it all out there! Before you wave the white flag, center yourself
and take the necessary “Mercury retrograde
precautions.” Communication, travel and
July 9: Mercury-Jupiter square
technology are likely to get messed up, but life
You’re walking a tightrope today between
doesn’t grind to a halt. Back up everything, take
carefully evaluating a situation and needing to
pains to explain yourself clearly, triple-check flights
act swiftly. While you don’t want to jump blindly
and schedules…and for the next three weeks, don’t
into something you may instantly have second
initiate anything new if you don’t have to. Review,
thoughts about, too much head scratching could
reconsider, redesign: These are things Mercury in you may try to get closer, but when you don’t get
reverse can actually help you with! any positive feedback, you could retreat into your
cave. There’s no analyzing this one. Just sit with
July 27: Sun-Mars opposition your feelings and intuition and trust what comes.
Your unvoiced frustrations could erupt today
as the ego-driven Sun and brash Mars have a August 12-September 10: Mars in Capricorn
showdown. Be careful not to unload your anger on Passionate Mars has been retrograde since June
your team. Maybe you haven’t been clear about 26 in your illusory twelfth house, churning up
your expectations? Spell it out, then give people confusion. Today, Mars will back into Capricorn
a chance to self-correct. If they still let you down, and your eleventh house of technology for the
then you can show them the door. duration of the retrograde (until August 27).
Take care with online dating and be careful about
mixing friendship and romance.
August 6-September 9: Venus in Libra August 26: Venus-Pluto square
Hot times ahead! When alluring Venus bolts into Friends, frenemies, lovers…or all of the above?
your seductive and intimate eighth house, you’ll Things may feel very confusing today. Venus in your
have the urge to merge—possibly for the long deep, dark eighth house wants to merge your souls,
haul. This profound cycle brings soul-stirring but secretive Pluto in your light and breezy eleventh
sensuality—and sexuality—but also the need for house is pumping the brakes. Give yourself some
security. Don’t rush those talks, but don’t pretend time and breathing room to sort out your feelings.
you don’t care about the future if you do.
August 27: Mars retrograde ends
August 7: Venus-Mars trine And not a moment too soon! Intense and aggro
As the love planets entwine in the most intimate Mars wraps up a two-month retrograde, and
and mystical zones of your chart, you could meet finally the heavy vibes will lift. You may have to
a soulmate or have a beautiful bonding moment forgive some uncool behavior, but if they’re truly
with the person you love most. Be receptive and sorry and penitent, it may be necessary in order to
let your guard down a little. That doesn’t mean move forward.
you should blindly trust anyone; just be open to
exploring a connection. August: Career Hotspots
August 9: Venus-Saturn square August 2: Mars-Uranus square
It’ll be hard to know what someone else is thinking Today brings the second of three intense faceoffs
today—and next to impossible to get an accurate between these volatile planets (the first was May
read on what they’re feeling. As a result, part of 16; the next is September 18), which could stir
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up some buried resentment and find you flinging together effectively. But once the red planet moves
fighting words. You could get easily frustrated by forward at the end of the month, collaborations
unclear instructions and mixed messages. Brewing can get back on track.
tension may reach a breaking point.
August 19: Jupiter-Neptune trine
August 6: Sun-Jupiter square Today proves that if you can dream it, you can
Too much! You could bite off more than you can do it. The third in a trio of rare trines (the first
chew on this overconfident day, leaving yourself was December 2017; the second was May 25) sees
stressed and frazzled. Go easy on the multitasking Jupiter in your expansive ninth house fist-bumping
and don’t say “yes” to every offer. While you hate to manifestor Neptune in your sign. The takeaway?
miss out, you can’t do it all. Compassion is not incompatible with leadership!
Be a force for good by speaking out courageously
August 10: Mercury-Jupiter square for what you believe in. Your message could inspire
Details could be your undoing today, as a the masses.
backward-spinning Mercury in your organized
sixth house gets whacked by expansive Jupiter in August 25: Sun-Uranus trine
your “more is more” zone. Trying to go too big or Why go it alone when there are so many eager
too fast will backfire, so slow everyone down and would-be collaborators out there? You won’t have
insist that things be rock-solid before you move to look hard (or far) to find a fellow innovator. Have
forward. Frustrating, sure. But this will save massive your elevator pitch ready, so that when you do meet
migraines in the future! one, you can hit the ground running. If you’re
looking to expand your own sphere of influence in
August 11: Leo new moon (partial solar any way, today’s starry lineup lends big support.
eclipse)
The year’s only new moon in your sixth house of August 25: Sun-Saturn trine
organization, self-care and helpful people lets you hit Hello, networking machine! Under this golden
pause and make some necessary course corrections. trine of the charismatic Sun and structured
Of course you’d like to blast ahead on a project, Saturn in your interpersonal zone, you could be
but it’s essential to get things right from the get-go. recognized by an influencer at work, win praise
Before you embark on your next phase, take the time from an industry VIP and/or dazzle a decision-
to refocus on what matters most and resist getting maker. Being vocal about your humanitarian
sucked into other people’s drama and agendas. values is just the cherry on top!
August 12-September 10: Mars in Capricorn August 26: Pisces full moon
Team tension? Stressful Mars backs into your group The year’s only full moon in your sign hands you
activity house, and it’s retrograde until August 27. the megaphone and pulls you up on the main
There could be infighting and struggles to work
stage. Where have you been self-censoring or September 8: Venus-Mars square

holding the door wide open for others but never Part of you wants to dive deep into a relationship
going in yourself ? Over the next several weeks, (that’s Venus in your intimate eighth house) while
you owe it to yourself—and the world—to “come another part is more interested in keeping it casual
out” and let your voice and feelings be heard. A (thanks to Mars in your friendship zone). If you’re
passion project you’ve been working on since your not sure how you feel, don’t let anyone push you
birthday could finally come together brilliantly. to commit. As long as you’re honest, you’re fine!
August 27: Mars retrograde ends September 9: Virgo new moon

You can exhale now, Pisces. All that “healthy” Ready for a relationship reboot? This annual new
competition and raging stress could end just- moon in your zone of committed partnerships hits
like-that as aggro Mars completes a two-month the refresh button on your romantic life. It can serve
retrograde through your teamwork and career to energize your bond (hello again, passion!), bring a
zones. Extend the olive branch and take the fresh perspective on your relationship or to dating, or
high road. Hmm, maybe partnering up with an attract a potentially great mate for single Fish.
archrival is the first step toward global domination!
August 28: Mercury-Jupiter square Friendly fire? Ardent Venus heats up your eleventh
Keep your criticism to yourself under today’s house of casual connections, which could spark
outspoken and opinionated cosmic clash. Even if chemistry with a platonic pal or colleague. You
someone asks for your feedback, tread lightly and could meet someone through mutual friends or
keep it constructive. Resist the temptation to fix online. Heads up: Venus goes retrograde from
other people’s problems…also known as enabling! October 5 to November 16. A love connection
Your best approach is to offer encouragement. could sizzle then fizzle, so take it slow.
Smile, tell them, “I know you’ll figure this out.
You’ve got this!” Then change the subject. September 10-November 15: Mars in
Aquarius
September: Love Hotspots Warrior planet Mars heats up your healing
twelfth house, returning for a second trip this year
September 5-21: Mercury in Virgo (retrograde-free this time!). Consider this your
As the messenger planet wings its way through wakeup call to handle things more assertively and
your relationship house, you’re encouraged to directly. Nip any passive-aggressive behavior in the
communicate on a deeper level with your partner bud—for yourself and others. A painful or confusing
or, if you’re single, to be honest and vocal about situation from this summer could resurface. Now
your desires with your dates. This could bring a that you’ve had some time, your perspective on this
tendency to be critical, so monitor what you say so matter might be different. You may even see the
you don’t come off as snarky. hidden gift or valuable lessons learned.
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September 12: Venus-Uranus opposition September 7: Sun-Neptune opposition

Today’s edgy energy could inspire you to finally You may feel torn between putting someone else’s
initiate that big conversation or confess your preferences first and honoring your own desires.
feelings. But you’ll need to keep a close monitor You need to nip this in the bud because it’s sapping
on what you say, as “I’m just being honest” could your vital energy! A direct conversation might be
feel like a blow from a deadly truth hammer to the only way to let the other person know that
the person on the receiving end. It’s a better day you’re not ignoring them; just prioritizing the
for putting your feelings into an email—that you same way they would!
don’t send!—or your journal.
September 7: Mercury-Uranus trine
September 18: Mars-Uranus square Great minds! Mental Mercury and innovative
You want to keep the peace, but under this Uranus unite in your people sectors. Put your
hotheaded square, you might not be able to brilliant heads together and there’s no telling
contain your emotions. With Mars firing up your what you’ll come up with. A lively conversation
unconscious realm, you could leap to conclusions with a kindred spirit type could lead to an exciting
or lash out passive-aggressively. new partnership.
September 21-October 9: Mercury in September 9: Virgo new moon

Libra The year’s only new moon in your contracts and
When the communicator planet dips into your commitments house lays the groundwork for new
secretive eighth house for its annual stay, be more alliances and partnerships. Whether you work for
vulnerable and express your hidden feelings. If a company or are the company, you can be more
you’ve gotten closer to someone you trust, you efficient and have more fun teaming up with a
may feel ready to share a burning desire or kindred spirit. Before you go all in, make sure your
confess something you’ve never told anyone. values and work ethics mesh.
Anything that blends “erotic” and “intimate” is
supported now. September 10-November 15: Mars in
Aquarius
September: Career Hotspots With stressful Mars in your twelfth house of rest,
you could have trouble sleeping, since the red
September 5-21: Mercury in Virgo planet overstimulates your subconscious. If you’re
The messenger planet orbiting your interpersonal tossing and turning or having nightmares, find
house sets the stage for some easy—and mutually healthy outlets to help you process some heavy
profitable—alliances or collaboration. But don’t stuff. Try exercise, therapy, a support group—keep
leave things hanging on a handshake and verbal exploring until you find what works. A word of
commitment. Get things in writing! caution: You could also be tempted to de-stress by
picking up an old vice.
“Cha-ching! The year’s only Aries full moon sounds

a wakeup call in your second house of work and
finances. This could bring a big payday or
a lucrative career coup.”
September 11: Sun-Pluto trine September 25: Sun-Saturn square

Today’s golden connection between the confident Power struggles may be unavoidable today if you
Sun and alchemical Pluto powers up your can’t get your team on the same page about a
“people” houses. Explore synergies wherever you project’s direction or budget. People are paying lip
sense them. By strategically networking, you can service to compromise, but when push comes to
radar in on the perfect partner in crime. Start by shove, nobody’s willing to budge. Back down from
looking close to home, in your own real-life and pushing, but take this as a clue that you may be out
social networking circles. of sync with these folks and that it might be time
to consider your options.
September 21-October 9: Mercury in
Libra September 27: Sun-Mars trine
The cerebral planet secrets itself away for a few Today’s bold starmap helps you lead with love.
weeks in your eighth house of research, focus and You’re at your most powerful—and awe-inspiring—
shared assets. This is an excellent time to “go to when you allow yourself to be vulnerable. Your
ground,” shutting out distractions and taking the compassion is your strength and your intuition is
deep dive you need to fully comprehend a project. a superpower. These sacred gifts are healing to so
Don’t let anyone pressure you into showing your many people. Why hide them?
hand before you’re ready. While you’re “in there,”
you can also strategize about your long-term
finances and future plans. October: Love Hotspots
September 24: Aries full moon
Love is not always the smooth ride we’d like it to
Cha-ching! The year’s only Aries full moon sounds
be, and when romantic Venus turns retrograde
a wakeup call in your second house of work and
for six weeks, your love life could hit a bumpy
finances. As a signifier of “completions,” this
patch. It may be helpful to remember that
could bring a big payday or lucrative career coup.
this is temporary—but still, watch for jealousy,
Over the coming few weeks, take a more wide-
possessiveness and inappropriate flirtatious
angle approach to how you make money. You
behavior on everyone’s part.
could be overlooking an obvious revenue stream,
like monetizing one of your talents or passions.
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October 8: Libra new moon could strengthen your relationship once you get to
The only Libra new moon of 2018 electrifies your the other side of them. This might be a good time
eighth house of intimacy, bonding and sizzling for therapy.
sex. If you’ve been looking for a mate or your
union could stand a reboot, this lunar lift can
bring it! Even as the passion rekindles, remember: October: Career Hotspots
True merging happens on all levels. October 2: Mercury-Pluto square
You’d love to be an open book at work, sharing
October 10: Venus-Mars square your true opinions and giving honest feedback. Yet
Freedom or commitment? Talk about a tough under this dicey face-off, people may be judging
choice! When romantic Venus in your liberated you or acting on a secret agenda. Make like a good
ninth house clashes with Mars in your needy and poker player: Hold your cards close to your chest,
unconscious realm, you might not have a clue and when necessary, bluff!
what you really want. Be careful not to take any
rash action. It may not be reversible when you October 8: Libra new moon
come to your senses! Better together? Explore joint ventures and
investigate ways you can pool your resources for
October 31: Venus-Uranus opposition mutual gain. A new moon in your eighth house of
This impulsive and rebellious clash may tempt you mergers kicks off a prosperous six-month cycle for
to do something “just because.” And even though strategic collaborations. Real estate, investing and
it might feel amazing in the moment, when the passive income could be worth considering.
mist evaporates and you’re seeing things clearly,
you could be left with a heap of regret. If you October 9-October 31: Mercury in Scorpio
need to be talked down off the seductive ledge, Tell us what you really think, Pisces! Expressive
call a friend! Mercury in your outspoken ninth house takes
the filters off. It’s a great time for visioning work
October 31-December 2: Venus in Libra as your mind is focused on big ideas. Dialogue
Venus backs into Libra and your erotic eighth with people who have different viewpoints and
house for a second trip. But watch out—she’s experiences. Variety is the spice of life now!
retrograde until November 16! Jealousy, trust
issues and uncertainty could plague your love October 10: Mercury-Uranus opposition
life. You may be tempted into a “sex with an ex” Open mouth, insert platform bootie? Your impulsive
scenario or you might feel a bit paranoid. Plans comments will be rash and regrettable today. A
to merge your lives could hit a speed bump. Are conversation can veer into upsetting territory quickly.
there a few things you need to work through It will take a lot of self-control not to say certain
before racing into a permanent arrangement? things, but try to consider the consequences.
The silver lining: Untangling any emotional issues
“The holiday season is off to a hot start, as lusty Mars blazes

into your sign for the rest of the year. Whether you’re single
or attached, naughty or nice, you’ll be one spicy elf. ”
October 12: Sun-Pluto square October 29: Mercury-Jupiter meetup

Smile a lot but don’t show your hand. Someone on Go big—wait, bigger! This is one of your most
your team might only be interested in advancing innovative and visionary days, thanks to the
their own game. If you’re meeting new clients or melding of Mercury’s expressive genius and
potential investors, make them sign a non-disclosure Jupiter’s confident willingness to try anything.
agreement before you reveal a single detail. You’re not a fan of risk, but this might be the
perfect moment to take a calculated one.
If you sense something, speak up! Call out behavior
that nobody else has the courage to address. Your
insightfulness could really help someone today. November 9: Venus-Mars trine
Feeling creatively blocked? Go soak up inspiration. Why would you want to tamp down this kind
It’s a great day to score a holiday or winter travel of combustible chemistry? It’s what most Pisces
deal, so check those fare alerts. pray for! If you’re feeling a deep connection with
someone, drop your guard and open your heart—
October 24: Taurus full moon but hold back just enough to keep an air of mystery.
This empowering full moon in your communication You may be tempted by a surreptitious affair or an
sector could bring the news or a decision you’ve inscrutable person. Proceed with caution!
been waiting for. Make sure you’re ready to take
the necessary follow-up action to show your November 15-December 31: Mars in Pisces
enthusiasm and passion. It’s also a great day for The holiday season is off to a hot start, as lusty
any kind of brainstorming meetings or to launch Mars blazes into your sign for the rest of the year.
a social media campaign. Whether you’re single or attached, naughty or nice,
you’ll be one spicy elf. Give yourself permission to
October 24: Sun-Uranus opposition have fun, but know where your boundaries are—
You’re usually the most understated person at and stick to ‘em!
the table, but this reactive energy could have you
uttering inopportune words. Come up with a plan November 23: Gemini full moon
for not speaking your mind when your buttons get The year’s only Gemini full moon lights a
pushed, like excusing yourself for a moment or sentimental and emotional bonfire in your fourth
literally biting your tongue. house of domestic bliss. Are you ready for a major
PISCES
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HOTSPOTS
“When the messenger planet shifts into reverse in your career

sector, forward progress could grind to a halt, or things
might seem to come apart at the seams. This is a temporary
course correction, so try not to lose faith or despair.”
next step, like spending the holidays with each moon lands in your optimistic, visionary ninth
other’s families, moving in together or starting house, firing up your dreams and passions for
(or expanding) your own family? Think things the next six months. But don’t wait around for
through as best you can, as you’re likely to be the “perfect” opportunity to find you. Get out
swept up in a flood of feelings. there and use the Law of Attraction to draw
in incredible people and situations. This cycle
November 30: Venus-Uranus opposition supports all kinds of entrepreneurship and
Intense emotions may overcome you today as expansion, so dream it, do it!
these planets collide in your reactive eighth and
second houses. You could be caught off-guard by November 8, 2018-December 2, 2019:
this powerful sense of possessiveness or jealousy. Jupiter in Sagittarius
On the other side of the coin, if someone’s had Lucky and expansive Jupiter blasts into your tenth
a Svengali-like hold on you—or has been way house of professional success for the next 13
too clingy—it’s time to cut bait and head for the months. The planet of all things wonderful hasn’t
nearest exit! been here in almost 13 years, and if you’ve been
waiting for your big break, this should bring it!
November: Career Hotspots What do you want to be doing by this time next
year? What do you want to be known for? Take
November 6-March 7: Uranus in Aries steps to support your grand dreams now. Don’t
Money makeover? Revolutionizer Uranus makes worry about “nailing it” out of the gate. Just start
one last retrograde backspin through your work moving and make adjustments as you go!
and financial house before it moves on for good.
Use this time to tweak your budget or explore November 15-December 31: Mars in Pisces
ways you can incorporate more freedom and Motivated Mars helps you end the year on a high
innovation into your career. note, as he blasts into your sign and turns you into
a one-Fish productivity machine for the next six
November 7: Scorpio new moon weeks. Please allow yourself to take breaks and
Enough with the “keeping it real” and “practical enjoy the holly-jolly season!
considerations”! The year’s only Scorpio new
“This is one of the most exciting and auspicious days

of the year. Hello, influencer!”
retrograde
When the messenger planet shifts into reverse in December 2- 31: Venus in Scorpio
your career sector, forward progress could grind to Your romantic horizons could get widened in
a halt, or things might seem to come apart at the spicily exciting ways this month. Vivacious
seams. This is a temporary course correction, so try Venus jets into your ninth house of global and
not to lose faith or despair. During this challenging multicultural connections and long-distance
cycle, be extra clear in your communication with affairs, opening your heart and mind to some
colleagues, and be sure to back things up in as very different people. Singles are encouraged to
many places as possible. There’s no such thing as take the limits off your dating parameters. This
too much redundancy when Mercury backflips in is where the magic is to be found! Couples can
your work zone! grow individually and as a twosome through
workshops, classes and eco-conscious or
November 19: Mars-Jupiter square adventurous travel!
If you can’t come to an agreement with a boss,
client or authority figure, don’t back down—or December 21: Venus-Neptune trine
go all passive-aggressive on them. Dial up the When the love planet in your global ninth house
courage to take a stand for yourself. But speak hooks up with dream-weaver Neptune in your sign,
only in positive terms—what you believe in, the there’s no limit to the romantic and mesmerizing
greater good, the higher mission. What you don’t possibilities! It’s a perfect moment to let yourself
want to do is lose your temper, which could get get swept up in fantasy. Just make sure you leave
you kicked off the island. a trail of breadcrumbs so you can find your way
back when you’re needed.
This is one of the most exciting and auspicious December 22: Cancer full moon
days of the year, as the brilliant Sun teams up with One extra-leafy mistletoe, coming right up! The
boundless Jupiter in your career sector. Hello, year’s second Cancer full moon (the first was
influencer! You can boost your professional profile January 1) ignites your fifth house of passion and
by connecting to heavy-hitters in your industry. self-expression. A budding romance could fully
Anytime you sense an open door or window of consummate and, for some Pisces, a pregnancy
opportunity, leap through it! Your moxie alone is possible. If you’ve been holding back your true
could win the respect of important players. feelings, they may all come rushing out—whether
you meant them to or not.
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HOTSPOTS
“On your mark, get set, goal! The year’s only Sagittarius new moon
invigorates your tenth house of career ambition and future plans.
Take this opportunity to write some inspirational New Year’s
resolutions, starting a vision board if you’re visually inclined.”
December: Career Hotspots December 6: Mercury retrograde ends

Confusion no more! Expressive Mercury ends a
December 1-December 12: Mercury in signal-scrambling backspin that began November
16 and disrupted technology, travel and
Scorpio
communication overall.
You haven’t been afraid to dream big, but this short
return trip of Mercury to your visionary zone can
help you work out some of the kinks in your original December 7: Mars-Neptune meetup
plans. Keep giving those lofty notions airtime, but Does it get any better than this? Energizing Mars
make sure they’re practical enough to fly. You might teams up with manifestor Neptune in your sign,
be unusually outspoken with the messenger planet giving you a direct line to the divine. Under the
in your honesty sector, but be careful not veer into day’s “ask, believe, receive” energy, you may be
offensive or hurtful territory. even more effective and successful if you know
exactly what you want. Hit pause and reflect
December 2: Sun-Mars square on your 2019 intentions, then tune in to your
When you said you were ready for a vacation, a astounding Pisces intuition to find the perfect
“power trip” wasn’t what you had in mind. But direction to head in!
someone could be giving the diva performance of a
lifetime, throwing their weight around and pushing December 7: Sagittarius new moon
your buttons. Don’t toss away your dignity by taking On your mark, get set, goal! The year’s only
their bait. Walk away before you say something Sagittarius new moon invigorates your tenth
you’ll regret. house of career ambition and future plans. Take
this opportunity to write some inspirational New
December 5: Sun-Neptune square Year’s resolutions, starting a vision board if you’re
Conflicting demands between your professional visually inclined. The tenth house can bring
and personal lives could be distracting and recognition, and Sag is all about freedom. Don’t
energy-sapping. You can’t afford to be giving less be afraid to aim for your absolute highest goals!
than 100 percent on the job, so put out the fires.
Once you’re done, turn your undivided attention
back to your nearest and dearest.

Sagittarius
Strategic Mercury rockets into your structured
and goal-driven tenth house for the rest of the
year, eclipsing plans for holiday parties and cookie
baking, and putting you on a mission. You’ll want
to get it all done before the break, but that might
not be feasible. Give yourself a reality check and
don’t set yourself up for disappointment by trying
to accomplish the impossible.

Don’t be afraid to be the lone voice in the crowd
advocating for your position. You’ve got monster
mojo, and people will be very interested in
what you have to say. Dare to disagree, but be
diplomatic about it, being sure to offer a realistic
alternative to what others are suggesting. This is
how leaders emerge!

You don’t have to take “no” for an answer today.
There’s a very negotiable energy in the air, so
if you strongly believe in something, fight for it!
Strategic thinking and networking can help you
make your case and hit your target. Score!

It’s Christmas Eve, and most people have already
left to officially kick off the holiday break. Are
you really still working on that? On top of that,
foggy Neptune is making it hard for analytical
Mercury to crunch the numbers or do the 2019
Q1 projections. Pull the plug, Pisces, and have
yourself a festive week instead! u
2018 Numerology
THE 11/2 UNIVERSAL YEAR
By Felicia Bender
THE PRACTICAL NUMEROLOGIST
2018 NUMEROLOGY GUIDE
The 11/2 Universal Year

HOW THIS “MASTER NUMBER” YEAR WILL
TEACH US LOVE AND TOLERANCE
What is a Universal Year? Some numerologists never reduce the Master

numbers and so this would be an 11 Universal Year.
In Numerology, each calendar year adds up
Other numerologists indicate the Master numbers
to a single-digit number, which holds a unique
by writing it as 11/2.
vibration. We all feel this energy, and it’s called
the Universal Year. A Universal Year means that
You also have a Personal Year number that changes
everyone on the planet will experience the energy
each year. It’s calculated from your individual birth
of a particular number during the entire year, from
date and tells you what you’ll personally experience
January 1until December 31.
during the year.
In Numerology, there are Universal Years and
Think of the Universal Year as the state or country
Personal Years. The Universal Year is like the
you’re driving through on your yearly “road trip”
landscape or terrain you’re driving through all year
and the Personal Year as the points of destination
long.
you stop at as you travel through the year.
It’s calculated by adding the numbers of the
current year (in this case, 2018) together like this: About the 11/2 Universal Year
Get ready for a year of spiritual illumination: 2018
is fueled by the Master number 11. The Master
2018 = 2 + 0 + 1 + 8 = 11
numbers carry a higher frequency, vibration and
spiritual purpose. Energetically speaking, they’re
11 is a “Master number” in Numerology (so make
always pushing us deeper into self-realization and
a note of that!)
self-actualization. A Master number demands that
we expand and evolve. Often, that process will be
Then reduce again: 1 + 1 = 2
catalyzed by drama: extreme events or intensified
circumstances.
Based on that equation, 2018 is a 2 Universal Year.
And to add a special twist, the numbers 11, 22, 33
The key is to understand what the foundational
and 44 are called Master numbers in Numerology.
energy of the 2 brings to our year and then to see
So the world will experience a powerful 11/2
what the Master number 11 adds to the mix.
Universal Year.
“Eleven is the number of spiritual illumination. The number 11

resembles a doorway and acts a threshold to evolved consciousness.”
The core energy of the year resides in the number Year number. It’s a great year for getting to know
2. Without the Master number 11, the 2 Universal ourselves better. With the diplomatic and loving
Year is a slower and patience-building time. Its 2 at play, intuition and sensitivity is heightened.
energy offers delays and some frustrations along Explore your emotions instead of distracting
the way. It’s a year to focus more on others than on yourself with busy-ness.
ourselves. This is a change from 2017, which was
a 1 Universal Year that put the spotlight on our The overall mission during this 11/2 Universal
personal needs and solo ventures. Year is to work together with harmony, balance and
mutual respect. It’s not always easy, but think of it
The 2 Universal Year focuses on love, emotions this way: “Master” means “Teacher.” The Master
and relationships. The energy of the 2 Universal numbers prod all of us to “master” our lives in
Year takes the spotlight off of “you” flying solo ways that are more elevated than usual. When you
and places the focus instead on “us” and what work with a Master number, it’s as though you’re
partnership means to our lives. The energy of enrolled in an academy for the gifted. Now it’s time
the 2 Universal Year supports slowing down, to open our textbooks and begin the school year.
becoming more social and getting intimate with
our emotions. Eleven is the number of spiritual illumination.
The number 11 visually resembles a doorway and
This year we’re upping the ante with the Master it acts a threshold to evolved consciousness. The
number 11/2. The 11 is a double 1—which is energy offers deep and profound healing at a core
all about the self, independence, innovation and level. This “healing” might not be apparent from
confidence. We just experienced a 1 Universal the outside. It’s a shift in perspective that changes
Year in 2017—an initiating year of rebirth, new us from within. This year, we can use our creativity
beginnings and action. Yet, the foundational and insight for the benefit of humanity.
energy for the 11 is the 2, which is all about love,
relating to others, partnership, patience and being Opportunities of the 11/2 Universal
supportive. Combined with the solo-driven energy Year
of the 11, it can be a real paradox!
Hurry up and wait? 2018 will be a year of action,
From 2015 to 2017, the world experienced a three- but there will be delays and weird detours. It’s like
year transition cycle, comprised of the Universal the urgency you feel when applying for a new job
Years 8, 9 and 1. Now 2018 brings a moment or starting a business. You need a plan, proper
to rest and regroup—fueled by the 2 Universal financing and the tenacity to go with the flow of
creation—which is rarely (if ever) a linear path.
The trick will be in our collective ability to “butterfly effect” firsthand, fighting our way
step back and develop new solutions and out of chaos into clarity.
mindsets, and to find confidence in the
face of change and uncertainty. Be tolerant. A Master number cycle
can heighten anxiety. Knowing this, we
Balance autonomy and partnership. can be kinder to ourselves and more
The double 1’s offer twice the pleasure compassionate to others throughout the
and the challenges related to the year. Remember that everyone is feeling
number 1. This year continues to push this stress—not just you.
all of us to step into our power, express
our individuality and exert healthy Embrace the lessons of conflict. The
independence. And we have to do this number 2 is the teacher of love, patience and
while playing well with others. diplomacy. But what must transpire for these
important lessons to be learned? Sometimes:
Find your tribe. Detach from draining people conflict! In a cycle guided by the number 2, we’ll
and invest in relationships that inspire you to be find ourselves in more situations that require
your best self. Cultivating a support system takes healthy emotional detachment. This is a year to
time, so it won’t happen overnight. Be patient and back off from our own staunch viewpoints. Seeing
keep at it. all sides of the equation helps us formulate win-
win scenarios rather than win-lose outcomes.
Balance masculine and feminine. Concern
for humanity or “me first”? Inclusion or Humble thyself. Working with Master numbers
exclusion? The 2 is heart/feminine energy, while is a marathon, not a sprint. We have to train, be
the double 1’s are cerebral/masculine energy. An flexible and take the tough coaching. Rushing into
11/2 Universal Year highlights these dualities. anything will lead to burnout. Master numbers
2018 will challenge all of us to find the right teach us humility. We must overcome ego and
balance between giving and receiving. connect with a deep sense of service before we
can truly manifest the power of 11. u
Challenges of the 11/2 Universal
Year Felicia Bender, Ph.D.—The
An 11/2 year can deliver challenging circumstances Practical Numerologist—
that are help build character. If we pass these tests, is Astrostyle’s resident
numerologist and author
we’ll emerge stronger, more spiritually evolved
of Redesign Your Life: Using
and ready to assist others. Illumination comes
Numerology to Create the Wildly
when we find ourselves in darkness and opt for the
Optimal You. Follow her at www.
light. This could be a year when we experience the FeliciaBender.com
2018 Chinese Astrology
YEAR OF THE EARTH DOG
By The AstroTwins
2018 CHINESE HOROSCOPE
2018 Chinese Horoscope:

YEAR OF THE EARTH DOG
L
et’s hear it for #PackGoals! Teamwork must be earned through authentic allegiance.
makes the dream work in 2018 as the (Frisky tail wags, gleaming coats and bared teeth
loyal, hardworking Earth Dog takes notwithstanding.)
the wheel on February 15. After an
exhausting year of hustling under the Mark your turf—but play well with
manic Fire Rooster’s command, who couldn’t use others.
an extra set of claws and paws? In 2018, we’ll get by Dog years can make everyone a lot more territorial,
with a little help from our friends. The question is, and having a safe haven to call our own is a must
who will pass the strict inner circle criteria that the in 2018. Home sales (and prices) will continue to
cosmic canine demands? Loyalty will be the new trend up in many markets—and, by extension, so
“L-word” during this Earth Dog year, and points will the popularity of shelter blogs, home décor
shows and Instagram
interior decorators.
What's Your Chinese Zodiac Sign? Gotta customize the
doghouse—and make
Rat: 1924, 1936, 1948, 1960, 1972, 1984, 1996, 2008 sure everyone knows that
Ox: 1925, 1937, 1949, 1961, 1973, 1985, 1997, 2009 it’s yours, right? With
the earth element ruling
Tiger: 1926, 1938, 1950, 1962, 1974, 1986, 1998, 2010
in 2018, go green with
Rabbit: 1927, 1939, 1951, 1963, 1975, 1987, 1999, 2011 your selections. Now’s
Dragon: 1928, 1940, 1952, 1964, 1976, 1988, 2000, 2012 the time for owners
Snake: 1929, 1941, 1953, 1965, 1977, 1989, 2001, 2013 to invest in renewable
energy solutions like
Horse: 1930, 1942, 1954, 1966, 1978, 1990, 2002, 2014
solar and wind. Planting
Sheep: 1931, 1943, 1955, 1967, 1979, 1991, 2003, 2015 gardens and trees can
Monkey: 1932, 1944, 1956, 1968, 1980, 1992, 2004, 2016 also cleanse the air while
Rooster: 1933, 1945, 1957, 1969, 1981, 1993, 2005, 2017 improving curb appeal.
Dog: 1934, 1946, 1958, 1970, 1982, 1994, 2006, 2018
With xenophobia on
Pig: 1935, 1947, 1959, 1971, 1983, 1995, 2007, 2019
the rise, however, this
“Insta-BFFs and Facebook faux-friending will go

the way of the dinosaur in 2018. As anyone who has
unleashed their pet at a dog park can attest, canines
have a systematic getting-to-know-you process.”
border patrolling can be a double-edged sword. transparency could be considered crass, but in 2018,
As protective pups bark at any rando who crosses being “too real” can be a huge trust-builder. It’s
our property line, we can also grow unnecessarily kind of like the children’s book Everyone Poops, which
suspicious of our good-willed neighbors. The was written with the intent of normalizing a bodily
challenge in 2018 will be setting healthy boundaries function that’s considered rather embarrassing—
without erecting immovable walls. unless, of course, you’re a dog. This creature’s
excretory habits are the most publicly observed and
That said, the world can be a dangerous place and accepted. While we’re not suggesting you cop a
the question remains: How on-guard do we legit squat on a city sidewalk, 2018 is the year for people
need to be? The Dog has an idea: Put people to get honest and stop acting like their s**t don’t
through the sniff test before allowing them into stink.
your pack. Insta-BFFs and Facebook faux-friending
will go the way of the dinosaur in 2018. As anyone Keep calm and canine on.
who has unleashed their pet More than almost any other emotion, dogs have a
at a dog park can attest, keen ability to sense fear. And during the Year of
canines have a systematic the Earth Dog, we can be easily riled, especially
getting-to-know-you in the face of uncertainty. Politicians, bullies, and
process. Before they romp even trusted media sources that rely on clicks for
and play, they bark at each revenue, can rile up the fear factor. A sanity saver?
other, growl and, yes, get a Create a grounding practice that utilizes the earth
whiff of each other’s most element. This can be as basic as a 30-minute
private parts. morning walk or leaning against a tall tree for its
stalwart support.
Metaphorically, the
Year of the Earth Dog Dial down angst-inducing stimulants like caffeine
requires a similar meet- and sugar, and reach for natural snacks like raw
and-greet strategy. Can nuts, apple wedges and healthy proteins. Turn
we open up and show our off news alerts and only check world events at set
most vulnerable sides to times so you aren’t sent into a panic spiral every
each other? That level of
time a “breaking headline” posts. but the runway competitions could grow
Bring this digital detox to your to insane proportions. With Jupiter in
bedroom and invest in a legit Scorpio, fetishwear is already making
alarm clock instead of sleeping a comeback. A haute harness could
with your mobile phone on your replace the corset belt as a way to dress
nightstand. up denim along with collar-style
necklaces and studded leather
Alpha males and tough accents. Coats with curly faux
bitches. fur will also remain on-trend.
As the Year of the Fire Cock turns Shiny, glossy finishes may
over to the Year of the Earth dominate beauty blogs
Dog, will we see more Alpha from nails to lips to tresses.
male antics? Ugh, we’re afraid so. Curly hair, don’t care? The “poodle
We have one more year of law and pouf ” could put a fresh spin on the faux-
order ideology and scary dog-whistling politics to hawk in 2018.
weather before the hedonistic Earth Boar shakes it
up in 2019. Relationships get strong and stable.
Dog years can be stabilizing for relationships, as
But 2018 comes with a warning label: Don’t mess the association with marriage-minded Libra will
with the bitches! The Dog is associated with Western put folks in a mate-for-life mindset. Heavy petting,
astrology’s Libra, the sign of equality and justice. anyone? “I need more affection” may be a common
The age-old, imbalanced power dynamics between cry in 2018. Couples should slow down and
men and women will continue to raise hackles in reconnect through touch. Single? You could find
2018. Domineering types who use their stature to love through a pack-mate’s introduction, so don’t
intimidate, control and abuse the pack could be skip out on the group hangs. Tinder and dating
locked out of the doghouse (and perhaps penned apps could take a backseat to IRL meetups. During
up in the Big House). The feminist revolution of Dog years, body language and chemistry (yep, those
2018 might even reclaim the word “bitch” (perhaps pheromones are real) are the true litmus test—and
bedazzled on a choker) as the upleveled pussy hat. can’t be sensed on screen.
Designers, you heard it here first.
While Jupiter in Scorpio will expedite detective
Fierce & furry: fashion in the Year of work, should we let sleeping dogs lie? Digging
the Dog. is a Dog year tendency, but one that can open
On that note, dig out your poodle skirt! Fido-fierce Pandora’s box. Some bones are best left buried,
fashion could find its way to the glossy mags in especially if matters were resolved long ago. But if
2018—and with a “best in show” twist. Scorpio you need to excavate during this Earth Dog year,
RuPaul already has Jupiter on his side this year, be prepared to discover more than you bargained
“Since the zodiac’s Dog is associated with diplomatic Libra, this is

the year to adopt a peaceful approach to conflict resolution.”
for hidden below the crust. Old cases may be key to keeping unruly canines in check. In 2018,
reopened as new evidence is submitted. Toto, we you can work the room like Milan in a pack of pit
are not in Kansas anymore. bulls. Instead of racking your brain for a snappy
comeback, strengthen your posture.
Work hard, play hard. Increase the peace!
Daily play breaks are a must in the Year of the Since the zodiac’s Dog is associated with diplomatic
Mutt—the more physical the better. But don’t Libra, this is the year to adopt a peaceful approach
expect to snuff out the midnight oil lamp when to conflict resolution. And what’s the best way to
you get back from your run through the park. The reinforce good behavior in dogs,
Earth Dog needs creature comforts and is willing and yes, humans? Not shouting
to work hard for them. With partnership-oriented or spanking them with a
Libra being the Western celestial signature for the newspaper or locking them
Pooch, joint ventures are the best way to avoid up in a small space. That
workaholism and win all the toys. The sharing just makes them sneaky,
economy, like ride pools and coworking scared and ferocious.
offices, will continue to flourish in 2018.
Instead, opt for praise and
Clever communication ruled the day positive reinforcement (along
under the Rooster’s reign, but the with that posture). Lead with
Dog declares a ceasefire to the 2017 compliments and be very vocal
Twitter wars. It’s bittersweet, since when you’re happy with the way
the cocky Fire Rooster raised things are going. (“Who’s a good
#hashtag humor to a whole boyyyyyy?!”) Buffer critiques
new level. But in the end, in a “praise sandwich,” starting
those constant clapbacks and ending with an acknowledgment and
only escalated the battle. slipping feedback in between like a creamy
Doggie-style discussions are far more basic. Think: filling—or maybe a heartworm pill wrapped in a
simple commands uttered in an authoritative tone slice of deli meat.
of voice.
By acknowledging the good in others, we might
Body language will speak volumes, too. TV’s Cesar just stand a chance at world peace in 2018. Now,
Milan, a.k.a. The Dog Whisperer, underscored the who wants a cookie? u
importance of a “calm-assertive” demeanor as the
PLAN IT BY THE PLANETS!
2018 Cosmic Calendar

DAI LY P L A N E TA RY G U I D E
2018 CALENDAR
January 2018
01 MON
L Cancer full moon (supermoon) 9:24pm EST
03 WED
04 THU
05 FRI
06 SAT
Mars conjunct Jupiter (Scorpio)
Uranus D in Aries
07 SUN
2018 CALENDAR
January 2018
08 MON
G Libra 3rd quarter moon
09 TUE
Sun conjunct Pluto (Capricorn)
Sun conjunct Venus (Capricorn)
Venus conjunct Pluto (Capricorn)
10 WED
11 THU
Mercury enters Capricorn
12 FRI
13 SAT
Venus (Capricorn) square Uranus (Aries)
14 SUN
Sun (Capricorn) square Uranus (Aries)
2018 CALENDAR
January 2018
15 MON
16 TUE
n Capricorn new moon 9:17pm EST
17 WED
Venus enters Aquarius
18 THU
19 FRI
Sun enters Aquarius
20 SAT
21 SUN
2018 CALENDAR
January 2018
22 MON
23 TUE
24 WED
T Taurus 1st quarter moon
25 THU
26 FRI
Mars enters Sagittarius
27 SAT
28 SUN
2018 CALENDAR
January 2018
29 MON
30 TUE
31 WED
Mercury enters Aquarius
L Leo full moon (total lunar eclipse & supermoon) 8:26am EST
S M T W T F S S M T W T F S S M T W T F S
1 2 3 4 5 6 1 2 3 1 2 3
JA N 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 FEB 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 MAR 4 5 6 7 8 9 10
14 15 16 17 18 19 20 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 11 12 13 14 15 16 17
21 22 23 24 25 26 27 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 18 19 20 21 22 23 24
28 29 30 31 25 26 27 28 25 26 27 28 29 30
2018 CALENDAR
February 2018
01 THU
02 FRI
03 SAT
04 SUN
Venus (Aquarius) square Jupiter (Scorpio)
05 MON
06 TUE
07 WED
G Scorpio 3rd quarter moon
2018 CALENDAR
February 2018
08 THU
09 FRI
10 SAT
Venus enters Pisces
Sun (Aquarius) square Jupiter (Scorpio)
11 SUN
12 MON
13 TUE
14 WED
2018 CALENDAR
February 2018
15 THU
n Aquarius new moon (partial solar eclipse) 4:05pm EST
Chinese New Year (Year of the Earth Dog)
16 FRI
17 SAT
Mercury enters Pisces
Mars (Sagittarius) square Neptune (Pisces)
18 SUN
Sun enters Pisces
19 MON
20 TUE
21 WED
Venus conjunct Neptune (Pisces)
2018 CALENDAR
February 2018
22 THU
23 FRI
T Gemini 1st quarter moon
24 SAT
25 SUN
Venus (Pisces) square Mars (Sagittarius)
26 MON
27 TUE 28 WED
1 2 3 1 2 3 1 2 3 4 5 6 7
FEB 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 M AR 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 APR 8 9 10 11 12 13 14
11 12 13 14 15 16 17 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 15 16 17 18 19 20 21
18 19 20 21 22 23 24 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 22 23 24 25 26 27 28
25 26 27 28 25 26 27 28 29 30 29 30
2018 CALENDAR
March 2018
01 THU
L Virgo full moon 7:51pm
Venus (Pisces) trine Jupiter (Scorpio)
02 FRI
03 SAT
04 SUN
Sun conjunct Neptune (Pisces)
05 MON
06 TUE
Mercury enters Aries
Venus enters Aries
07 WED
2018 CALENDAR
March 2018
08 THU
Jupiter Rx in Scorpio
09 FRI
G Sagittarius 3rd quarter moon
10 SAT
11 SUN
Mars (Sagittarius) trine Uranus (Aries)
12 MON
13 TUE
Sun (Pisces) trine Jupiter (Scorpio)
Venus (Aries) square Saturn (Capricorn)
14 WED
2018 CALENDAR
March 2018
15 THU
16 FRI
17 SAT
n Pisces new moon 9:11am
Mars enters Capricorn
18 SUN
19 MON
20 TUE
Sun enters Aries
21 WED
2018 CALENDAR
March 2018
22 THU
Mercury Rx in Aries
23 FRI
Venus (Aries) square Pluto (Capricorn)
24 SAT
T Cancer 1st quarter moon
Sun (Aries) square Mars (Capricorn)
25 SUN
26 MON
27 TUE
28 WED
Venus conjunct Uranus (Aries)
2018 CALENDAR
March 2018
29 THU
Sun (Aries) square Saturn (Capricorn)
30 FRI
31 SAT
L Libra full moon 8:36am EST
Venus enters Taurus
1 2 3 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 1 2 3 4 5
MAR 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 AP R 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 M AY 6 7 8 9 10 11 12
11 12 13 14 15 16 17 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 13 14 15 16 17 18 19
18 19 20 21 22 23 24 22 23 24 25 26 27 28 20 21 22 23 24 25 26
25 26 27 28 29 30 29 30 27 28 29 30 31
2018 CALENDAR
April 2018
01 SUN
02 MON
Mars conjunct Saturn (Capricorn)
03 TUE
04 WED
05 THU
06 FRI
07 SAT
Venus (Taurus) trine Saturn (Capricorn)
2018 CALENDAR
April 2018
08 SUN
G Capricorn 3rd quarter moon
09 MON
10 TUE
11 WED
Sun (Aries) square Pluto (Capricorn)
Venus (Taurus) trine Mars (Capricorn)
12 THU
13 FRI
14 SAT
2018 CALENDAR
April 2018
15 SUN
n Aries new moon 9:57pm
Mercury direct in Aries
16 MON
17 TUE
Saturn Rx in Capricorn
Venus (Taurus) opposite Jupiter (Scorpio)
Venus (Taurus) trine Pluto (Capricorn)
18 WED
Sun conjunct Uranus (Aries)
19 THU
Sun enters Taurus
20 FRI
21 SAT
2018 CALENDAR
April 2018
22 SUN
Pluto Rx in Capricorn
T Leo 1st quarter moon
23 MON
24 TUE
Venus enters Gemini
25 WED
26 THU
Mars conjunct Pluto (Capricorn)
27 FRI
28 SAT
2018 CALENDAR
April 2018
29 SUN
L Scorpio full moon 8:58pm EST
Sun (Taurus) trine Saturn (Capricorn)
30 MON
1 2 3 4 5 6 7 1 2 3 4 5 1 2
APR 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 M AY 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 JUN 3 4 5 6 7 8 9
15 16 17 18 19 20 21 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 10 11 12 13 14 15 16
22 23 24 25 26 27 28 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 17 18 19 20 21 22 23
29 30 27 28 29 30 31 24 25 26 27 28 29 30
2018 CALENDAR
May 2018
01 TUE
02 WED
03 THU
04 FRI
05 SAT
06 SUN
07 MON
G Aquarius 3rd quarter moon
Venus (Gemini) square Neptune (Pisces)
2018 CALENDAR
May 2018
08 TUE
Sun (Taurus) opposite Jupiter (Scorpio)
09 WED
10 THU
11 FRI
Sun (Taurus) trine Pluto (Capricorn)
12 SAT
13 SUN
Mercury enters Taurus
14 MON
2018 CALENDAR
May 2018
15 TUE
n Taurus new moon 7:47am EST
Uranus enters Taurus (until November 6)
16 WED
Mars enters Aquarius
Mars (Aquarius) square Uranus (Taurus)
17 THU
18 FRI
19 SAT
Venus enters Cancer
20 SUN
Sun enters Gemini
21 MON
T Virgo 1st quarter moon
2018 CALENDAR
May 2018
22 TUE
23 WED
Sun (Gemini) trine Mars (Aquarius)
24 THU
25 FRI
Jupiter (Scorpio) trine Neptune (Pisces)
26 SAT
Venus (Cancer) opposite Saturn (Capricorn)
27 SUN
28 MON
2018 CALENDAR
May 2018
29 TUE
L Sagittarius full moon 10:19am EST
Mercury enters Gemini
30 WED
31 THU
1 2 3 4 5 1 2 1 2 3 4 5 6 7
M AY 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 JUN 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 JUL 8 9 10 11 12 13 14
13 14 15 16 17 18 19 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 15 16 17 18 19 20 21
20 21 22 23 24 25 26 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 22 23 24 25 26 27 28
27 28 29 30 31 24 25 26 27 28 29 30 29 30 31
2018 CALENDAR
June 2018
01 FRI
Venus (Cancer) trine Jupiter (Scorpio)
02 SAT
Venus (Cancer) trine Neptune (Pisces)
03 SUN
04 MON
05 TUE
Venus (Cancer) opposite Pluto (Capricorn)
06 WED
G Pisces 3rd quarter moon
07 THU
Sun (Gemini) square Neptune (Pisces)
2018 CALENDAR
June 2018
08 FRI
09 SAT
10 SUN
11 MON
12 TUE
Mercury enters Cancer
13 WED
n Gemini new moon 3:43pm EST
Venus enters Leo
14 THU
Venus (Leo) square Uranus (Taurus)
2018 CALENDAR
June 2018
15 FRI
16 SAT
17 SUN
18 MON
Neptune Rx in Pisces
19 TUE
20 WED
T Virgo 1st quarter moonn
21 THU
Sun enters Cancer
Venus (Leo) opposite Mars (Aquarius)
2018 CALENDAR
June 2018
22 FRI
23 SAT
24 SUN
25 MON
Venus (Leo) square Jupiter (Scorpio)
26 TUE
Mars Rx in Aquarius
27 WED
Sun (Cancer) opposite Saturn (Capricorn)
28 THU
L Capricorn full moon 12:53am
2018 CALENDAR
June 2018
29 FRI
Mercury enters Leo
30 SAT
1 2 3 4 5 1 2 1 2 3 4 5 6 7
M AY 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 JUN 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 JUL 8 9 10 11 12 13 14
13 14 15 16 17 18 19 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 15 16 17 18 19 20 21
20 21 22 23 24 25 26 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 22 23 24 25 26 27 28
27 28 29 30 31 24 25 26 27 28 29 30 29 30 31
2018 CALENDAR
July 2018
01 SUN
02 MON
03 TUE
04 WED
05 THU
Sun (Cancer) trine Jupiter (Scorpio)
06 FRI
G Aries 3rd quarter moon
07 SAT
2018 CALENDAR
July 2018
08 SUN
Sun (Cancer) trine Neptune (Pisces)
09 MON
Venus enters Virgo
10 TUE
Jupiter D in Scorpio
11 WED
Venus (Virgo) trine Uranus (Taurus)
12 THU
n Cancer new moon (partial solar eclipse) 10:47pm EST
Sun (Cancer) opposite Pluto (Capricorn)
13 FRI
14 SAT
Venus (Virgo) trine Saturn (Capricorn)
2018 CALENDAR
July 2018
15 SUN
16 MON
17 TUE
18 WED
19 THU
T Libra 1st quarter moon
20 FRI
21 SAT
2018 CALENDAR
July 2018
22 SUN
Sun enters Leo
23 MON
24 TUE
Venus (Virgo) opposite Neptune (Pisces)
25 WED
Sun (Leo) square Uranus (Taurus)
26 THU
Mercury retrograde in Leo
27 FRI
L Aquarius full moon (total lunar eclipse) 4:20pm EST
Sun (Leo) opposite Mars (Aquarius)
Venus (Virgo) trine Pluto (Capricorn)
28 SAT
2018 CALENDAR
July 2018
29 SUN
30 MON
31 TUE
1 2 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 1 2 3 4
JUN 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 JUL 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 AUG 5 6 7 8 9 10 11
10 11 12 13 14 15 16 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 12 13 14 15 16 17 18
17 18 19 20 21 22 23 22 23 24 25 26 27 28 19 20 21 22 23 24 25
24 25 26 27 28 29 30 29 30 31 26 27 28 29 30 31
2018 CALENDAR
August 2018
01 WED
02 THU
03 FRI
04 SAT
G Taurus 3rd quarter moon
05 SUN
06 MON
Venus enters Libra
Sun (Leo) square Jupiter (Scorpio)
07 TUE
Uranus Rx in Taurus
Venus (Libra) trine Mars (Aquarius)
2018 CALENDAR
August 2018
08 WED
09 THU
Venus (Libra) square Saturn (Capricorn)
10 FRI
11 SAT
n Leo new moon (partial solar eclipse) 5:57am EST
12 SUN
Mars Rx into Capricorn
13 MON
14 TUE
2018 CALENDAR
August 2018
15 WED
16 THU
17 FRI
18 SAT
T Scorpio 1st quarter moon
19 SUN
Mercury Direct in Leo
Jupiter (Scorpio) trine Neptune (Pisces)
20 MON
21 TUE
2018 CALENDAR
August 2018
22 WED
23 THU
Sun enters Virgo
24 FRI
25 SAT
Sun (Virgo) trine Uranus (Taurus)
Sun (Virgo) trine Saturn (Capricorn)
26 SUN
L Pisces full moon 7:56am EST
Venus (Libra) square Pluto (Capricorn)
27 MON
Mars D in Capricorn
28 TUE
2018 CALENDAR
August 2018
29 WED
30 THU
31 FRI
1 2 3 4 5 6 7 1 2 3 4 1
JUL 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 AU G 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 SEP 2 3 4 5 6 7 8
15 16 17 18 19 20 21 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 9 10 11 12 13 14 15
22 23 24 25 26 27 28 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 16 17 18 19 20 21 22
29 30 31 26 27 28 29 30 31 23 24 25 26 27 28 29
30
2018 CALENDAR
September 2018
01 SAT
02 SUN
G Gemini 3rd quarter moon
03 MON
04 TUE
05 WED
Mercury enters Virgo (until 9/22)
06 THU
Saturn direct in Capricorn
07 FRI
Sun (Virgo) opposite Neptune (Pisces)
2018 CALENDAR
September 2018
08 SAT
Venus (Libra) square Mars (Capricorn)
09 SUN
n Virgo new moon 2:01pm EST
Venus enters Scorpio
10 MON
Mars enters Aquarius
11 TUE
Sun (Virgo) trine Pluto (Capricorn)
12 WED
Venus (Scorpio) opposite Uranus (Taurus)
13 THU
14 FRI
2018 CALENDAR
September 2018
15 SAT
16 SUN
T Sagittarius 1st quarter moon
17 MON
18 TUE
19 WED
20 THU
21 FRI
Mercury enters Libra
2018 CALENDAR
September 2018
22 SAT
Sun enters Libra
23 SUN
24 MON
L Aries full moon 10:52pm EST
25 TUE
Sun (Libra) square Saturn (Capricorn)
26 WED
27 THU
Sun (Libra) trine Mars (Aquarius)
28 FRI
2018 CALENDAR
September 2018
29 SAT
30 SUN
Pluto direct in Capricorn
1 2 3 4 1 1 2 3 4 5 6
AUG 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 SEP 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 O CT 7 8 9 10 11 12 13
12 13 14 15 16 17 18 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 14 15 16 17 18 19 20
19 20 21 22 23 24 25 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 21 22 23 24 25 26 27
26 27 28 29 30 31 23 24 25 26 27 28 29 28 29 30 31
30
2018 CALENDAR
October 2018
01 MON
02 TUE
G Cancer 3rd quarter moon
03 WED
04 THU
05 FRI
Venus Rx in Scorpio
06 SAT
07 SUN
2018 CALENDAR
October 2018
08 MON
n Libra new moon 11:46pm EST
09 TUE
Mercury in Scorpio
10 WED
Venus (Scorpio) square Mars (Aquarius)
11 THU
12 FRI
Sun (Libra) square Pluto (Capricorn)
13 SAT
14 SUN
2018 CALENDAR
October 2018
15 MON
16 TUE
T Capricorn 1st quarter moon
17 WED
18 THU
19 FRI
20 SAT
21 SUN
2018 CALENDAR
October 2018
22 MON
23 TUE
Sun enters Scorpio
24 WED
L Taurus full moon 12:45pm EST
Sun (Scorpio) opposite Uranus (Taurus)
25 THU
26 FRI
Sun conjunct Venus (Scorpio)
27 SAT
28 SUN
2018 CALENDAR
October 2018
29 MON
30 TUE
31 WED
G Leo 3rd quarter moon
Mercury enters Sagittarius
Venus Rx into Libra
Venus (Scorpio) opposite Uranus (Taurus)
1 1 2 3 4 5 6 1 2 3
SEP 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 O CT 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 NOV 4 5 6 7 8 9 10
9 10 11 12 13 14 15 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 11 12 13 14 15 16 17
16 17 18 19 20 21 22 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 18 19 20 21 22 23 24
23 24 25 26 27 28 29 28 29 30 31 25 26 27 28 29 30
30
2018 CALENDAR
November 2018
01 THU
02 FRI
03 SAT
04 SUN
05 MON
06 TUE
Uranus Rx into Aries
07 WED
n Scorpio new moon 11:01am EST
2018 CALENDAR
November 2018
08 THU
Jupiter enters Sagittarius
09 FRI
Venus (Libra) trine Mars (Aquarius)
10 SAT
11 SUN
12 MON
13 TUE
14 WED
2018 CALENDAR
November 2018
15 THU
Mars enters Pisces
T Aquarius 1st quarter moon
16 FRI
Venus direct in Libra
Mercury Rx in Sagittarius
17 SAT
18 SUN
19 MON
Mars (Pisces) square Jupiter (Sagittarius)
20 TUE
21 WED
2018 CALENDAR
November 2018
22 THU
Sun enters Sagittarius
23 FRI
L Gemini full moon 12:30am EST
24 SAT
Neptune direct in Pisces
25 SUN
26 MON
Sun conjunct Jupiter (Sagittarius)
27 TUE
28 WED
2018 CALENDAR
November 2018
29 THU
G Virgo 3rd quarter moon
30 FRI
Venus (Libra) opposite Uranus (Aries)
1 2 3 4 5 6 1 2 3 1
OCT 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 N OV 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 DE C 2 3 4 5 6 7 8
14 15 16 17 18 19 20 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 9 10 11 12 13 14 15
21 22 23 24 25 26 27 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 16 17 18 19 20 21 22
28 29 30 31 25 26 27 28 29 30 23 24 25 26 27 28 29
30 31
2018 CALENDAR
December 2018
01 SAT
Mercury Rx into Scorpio
02 SUN
Venus enters Scorpio
Sun (Sagittarius) square Mars (Pisces)
03 MON
04 TUE
05 WED
Sun (Sagittarius) square Neptune (Pisces)
06 THU
Mercury direct in Scorpio
07 FRI
n Sagittarius new moon 2:20am EST
Mars conjunct Neptune (Pisces)
2018 CALENDAR
December 2018
08 SAT
09 SUN
10 MON
11 TUE
12 WED
Mercury enters Sagittarius
13 THU
14 FRI
2018 CALENDAR
December 2018
15 SAT
T Pisces 1st quarter moon
16 SUN
17 MON
18 TUE
19 WED
20 THU
Sun (Sagittarius) trine Uranus (Aries)
21 FRI
Sun enters Capricorn
Venus (Scorpio) trine Neptune (Pisces)
2018 CALENDAR
December 2018
22 SAT
L Cancer full moon 12:48pm EST
23 SUN
24 MON
25 TUE
26 WED
27 THU
28 FRI
2018 CALENDAR
December 2018
29 SAT
G Libra 3rd quarter moon
30 SUN
31 MON
1 2 3 1 1 2 3 4 5
N OV 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 DEC 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 JA N 6 7 8 9 10 11 12
11 12 13 14 15 16 17 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 13 14 15 16 17 18 19
18 19 20 21 22 23 24 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 20 21 22 23 24 25 26
25 26 27 28 29 30 23 24 25 26 27 28 29 27 28 29 30 31
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MOON PHASES, RETROGRADES + ECLIPSES

MAJOR TRENDS: THE OUTER PLANETS

THE 12 SIGNS IN 2018

NUMEROLOGY + CHINESE ASTROLOGY

Here’s our semi-conclusion: Sometimes, the stars don’t

The stars are as much our teachers as they are our

2018 Cosmic Overview

“Economic reform could be in the stars as revolutionary Uranus

look stylish without losing billable Jupiter in transformational Scorpio

“Year of the Dog traits include humble service, friendship and

New & Full Moons in 2018

2018 New Moons 2018 Full Moons

2018 Retrograde Planets & Dates

Where will Sagittarian invention if there ever was one. By

“In the best-case scenario, Jupiter in Sagittarius could be

The Great Depression. Gandhi’s Passive Resistance movement.

“Saturn’s past visits to Capricorn have brought major

Digital Humans—robots imbued with “emotional From selfies to self-sufficiency:

“Uranus in sensory Taurus will alter the way we

“Time for some protest anthems—and new ways to get

During the 1934 Uranus in Taurus transit, ex-pat

A RIE S M A RCH 21 -A PRIL 1 9

2 0 1 8 AST R OLO GY OV ERV IEW

ARIES FULL MOON

“Have you spent years dedicated to a craft or discipline? You could

“Uranus is the planet of authenticity and individual

“Feeling trapped by your possessions? Since the

“Explore technology that helps you share your heartfelt

ARIES: HOTSPOTS BY MONTH

January 6: Mars-Jupiter meetup January 24: Mercury-Pluto meetup

February 10-March 6: Venus in Pisces February 13: Mercury-Jupiter square

February 25: Venus-Mars square February 17: Mars-Neptune square

March: Love Hotspots March 17-May 16: Mars in Capricorn

March 4: Mercury-Venus meetup March 17: Pisces new moon

April 2: Mars-Saturn meetup April 25: Mercury-Saturn square

April 29: Sun-Saturn trine May 25: Jupiter-Neptune trine

May: Love Hotspots

May 8: Sun-Jupiter opposition May 15: Uranus in Taurus (until

need your “me time.” The challenge is deciding

June 29-September 6: Mercury in Leo June 26-August 27: Mars retrograde

July 26-August 19: Mercury retrograde July 12: Sun-Pluto opposition

“If you’re feeling resentful or unappreciated,

“The year’s only Pisces full moon dramatically illuminates

a project. Be prepared to grab the reins and

September 18: Mars-Uranus square September 9: Virgo new moon

September 21-October 10: Mercury in September 9: Mercury-Uranus trine

September: Career Hotspots September 10-November 15: Mars in

“Don’t sell yourself short just to avoid making waves.

September 21-October 10: Mercury in

“Stop bending over backward for other people.

rewards of a dynamic duo over the coming six

November 16-December 6: Mercury

“Conserve your energy! Your cosmic ruler, energizing

November 23: Gemini full moon December 2: Venus in Scorpio

December: Love Hotspots December 21: Venus-Neptune trine

“Under this emotional full moon in your domestic fourth house—

December: Career Hotspots December 6: Mercury retrograde ends

December 20: Sun-Uranus trine

December 21: Mercury-Jupiter meetup

December 25: Mercury-Neptune square

TAU RU S A P RIL 2 0 - MAY 20