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Horoscope for the Week beginning Feb. 9
By Michael O’Connor
A historical Lunar Eclipse in our rearview, the implications of which linger like a large Tibetan Bell for those destined to receive its powerful impulse, the first of four Solar Eclipses fast approaches.
Few assume that 2018, the Universal 11-Year, the root Master Number in Numerology, is destined to be anything less than extraordinary and pivotal. The biggest impact stands to be on our perceptions and interpretations of what we call reality, both individually and collectively. Many people are likely to reach for tradition as paradox steadily emerges as a new norm.
Currently and at the time of the Solar Eclipse on February 15, Mercury and Venus on either side of the Sun from our vantage here on earth will produce an anchoring theme until the next Solar Eclipse in July. Mercury as the scout planet serves to be leading with information rather coldly, and can be described as calculating, alert, observant, pragmatic, factual, cold, callous, independent, self-sufficient, committed to self especially, non- sentimental, decisive, leader, indifferent, dictatorial.
Fortunately, Mercury in Aquarius is in an auspicious sign placement usually manifesting as open-mindedness and is also quite future-oriented.
Uranus rules Aquarius and therefore is the dispositor of this intellectual transference. Since Uranus is in Aries, the tone and probably action will include an added measure of pioneering assertion and pointedness. Mars is the ruler of Aries so it, in turn, will transfer the energy and with it in Sagittarius, we get another dose of fire. Jupiter, the ruler of Sagittarius in Scorpio, co-ruled by Mars, will increase this overall impulse in a deep way, like an underground explosion. Exciting times! How are these energies destined to impact you? [email protected]
Feb. 9 – 15
Aries (Mar 21 – Apr 20)
Sometimes you want to go big, while at others you want to dive deep, and sometimes you want both, like now. How to achieve this goal is for you to decide. At worst, you are feeling a push-pull stress factor going on inside you. The solution to the riddle is available regardless of your circumstance. Ask how and be open to receive an answer.
Taurus (Apr 20 – May 21)
Your ambitions continue to steadily rise. You are inspired by the prospect of revealing yet another layer of what makes you unique and special. Yet, you also feel like ducking out of the limelight these days. This is a call within to lay claim to what makes you special to you yourself. It likely has to do with enjoying creative expression, as an end in itself.
Gemini (May 21 – Jun 21)
Big shifts are shaking and they may be leaving you feeling a bit insecure. Yet, these can be interpreted as representing an invitation to expand your perspectives. Doing so may require courage, so add that to the top of your objectives. Consider that over analysis and excess imagination are the instigators of fear.
Cancer (Jun 22 – Jul 22)
You are undergoing a mini-cycle of change. You usual self-concept and mode of perspectives is under review. Strange and inexplicable events may be prompting you to question things, perhaps everything. This can be the source of anxiety. Keep breathing and allow the process to unfold. Enjoy entertaining concepts and perspectives you have not before considered.
Leo (Jul 23 – Aug 23)
The world is your oyster. Now, why don’t others quite recognize that? You are willing to share it… Playing with wild ideas and concepts has everyone talking these days. For your part, you want to dive right in and deeply, too. Engaging with others to share the experience is a source of excitement and inspiration. But first, you want to make it clear whose oyster it is.
Virgo (Aug 24 – Sep 22)
Talk about multi-dimensionality! Okay, perhaps you are simply multitasking. Either way, you are digging deeper than you have for a while. This is producing a process of change in your attitude and usual lifestyle rhythms. Exercising more discipline with time management could prove helpful, even necessary. Play with time and break free of repetitive patterns.
Libra (Sep 23 – Oct 22)
Gadzooks Picasso, you are feeling creative these days. Whether playing, dancing, performing, inventing, expressing, creating, making love…, you are in the mood to try new approaches. Your ambitions are strong and your energy levels are high so the time is right to take the initiative. Think beyond usual perimeters and parameters then ride that thought wave.
Scorpio (Oct 23 – Nov 21)
Reaching beyond existing limits continues. A financial increase is featured. Yet, you feel determined to do it your way. While you want more, you are extra reluctant to settle for average or ordinary. This resolve may be pushing you, therefore, to be inventive. Brainstorming for ideas is likely too. Go crazy and get outlandish to stretch your mind.
Sagittarius (Nov 22 – Dec 21)
Sometimes we expand without and sometimes within and sometimes both. This is one of those times when inner and outer reaching is important, perhaps necessary. The outer reach is to open your mind to new perspectives and interpretations. The inner reach is to access hidden reserves of faith. Help is available in both domains, but you have to ask for it.
Capricorn (Dec 22 – Jan 19)
Many changes over the past year continue to produce waves both within and without. Although it is likely that your scope of friends and alliances has likely grown, you find yourself having to access courage and face some fears. Knowing your best direction is extra important now and this is a core motivation behind your process.
Aquarius (Jan 20 – Feb 19)
Are you ready to take new initiatives? Well, ready or not, the time has come for you to do so. This will become increasingly apparent over the next two to three weeks and will linger throughout spring too. The main thing now is an attitude of willingness. Once it is securely in place, your focus and determination to succeed will come to the fore.
Pisces (Feb 20 – Mar 20)
A concentrated, creative focus is underway. You are determined to make positive changes in your overall life flow. Financial increase is likely to be a central theme. A learning curve is implied and may require that you share knowledge and skills development as much as receive it. The time is right to entertain new methods and strategies.
– Michael O’Connor is a professional astrologer with an international clientele. He has 30 years of study in Astrology, Numerology and related metaphysical and spiritual modalities, over 20 years of full-time practice, is an entertaining and inspirational speaker, and writes a popular New Moon Newsletter and Horoscope Column. To learn more about Booking an Appointment, attending one of Michael’s Workshops or Webinars or one of his inspiring Visual Presentations, please visit his website or contact Michael directly. www.sunstarastrology.com or (250) 352-6871 or [email protected]
