By Michael O’Connor

Tip of the Week

The last Full Moon of 2016 will occur on December 13 in Gemini. Mercury in Capricorn trailing Pluto by a few degrees and therefore sharing the apex point from Jupiter and Uranus in close opposition implies dynamic, ambitious action. Saturn in Sagittarius meanwhile indicates that ambition, gain and expansion are prompting people to be extra focused. This could also be understood as efforts to level the playing field, especially in the marketplace, all in keeping with the larger flow of destiny.

Positively, a good deal of creative innovation is underway. Given the existing and growing economic rift between ‘the haves and have nots’, this is a call to action for the ‘nots’ especially, which is actually in everyone’s best interest. The great irony is that it is this exact push that could well also contribute to global environmental issues. The results will likely be various and opposing factions pushing harder than ever. In other words, the objective may not strictly manifest as professional advancement or greater market leverage, but more rights, freedoms and liberties. The result could well include a polarization of collective values and objectives at a peak.

With 2017 fast approaching, but not before Mercury turns retrograde and Mars enters Pisces and conjuncts Neptune and the Lunar South Node, the game board is more complex than ever. Negatively, such complexity is a recipe for conflict. Positively, it is the provocation of creative genius. At the stroke of midnight on December 31, Jupiter and Uranus will be exactly in opposition at 20 degrees of Libra and Aries respectively and Pluto sits alone at the apex point. As many suspect, 2017 is going to prove very exciting indeed, and dramatic. Are you ready? This is where the insights afforded by astrology can help, measurably.

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Dec. 9 – 15

Aries (Mar 21 – Apr 20)

You are serious about increasing your social network. Before the week is out, you will have taken some bold initiatives. Your approach could even be described as rebellious or, at best, revolutionary. Yet, practical objectives continue to guide your focus so, while you do want to shake things up, you also want to be popular.

Taurus (Apr 20 – May 21)

Digging deeper includes increasing your overall confidence levels. Call it the inner work that will provide added insurance for success for your outer efforts. This ‘work’ could include key actions and measures in your home. Going deeper yet, this is a call for a body scan. This includes your physical, mental and emotional bodies.

Gemini (May 21 – June 21)

Yay hurray, it’s time to play! Okay, you may be feeling a little more serious than that. The question is: is that sober note contained within this exuberance or is it the other way around? Either way, balancing the two is a likely goal now. Social and cultural activities are especially appealing and may come wrapped in travel interests.

Cancer (June 21 – July 22)

A review of your regular routine and daily habits is underway. While it is your right to do it your way, is your way right in terms of your best interests? Rebellion can prove costly when it deflects the wisdom achieved from a humble review of which actions are beneficial and not. Traditions have their place but they can also cause problems.

Leo (July 22 – Aug 23)

Your mind is on fire. Well, actually, it may be more a matter of many little fires. This can be the source of excitement and inspiration, yet also confusion due to scattered objectives. This is a call to prioritize. You can keep all of them lit and do the rounds, but you must decipher their order and priority.

Virgo (Aug 23 – Sep 22)

Steps and measures to increase your earning power continue to be a central area of focus. Yet, what you earn may not solely be about money. Earning confidence, satisfaction, freedom, inspiration and so on need not necessarily be all about finances. On the other hand, these very attributes can be translated into more moolah too.

Libra (Sep 22 – Oct 22)

Circumstances of late are leading you to entertain new perspectives. There is always another way…of interpreting things. It is healthy to be open to new points of view. In fact, doing so may be the key to feeling liberated and expansive for the sake of other areas of interest. The time is right to play with the possibilities.

Scorpio (Oct 22 – Nov 21)

Often in order to go big externally, we have to dig deep internally. What we are digging for includes deep reserves of faith in our self and confidence in our abilities. It could be described as a spiritual process, yet the objectives are about outer expressions and interactions. Sometimes a shovel works while at others a jackhammer is needed.

Sagittarius (Nov 21 – Dec 21)

The Sun in your sign implies initiative. Even new thoughts, ideas and plans qualify. Increasing your social network is featured. Unwilling to simply settle, you spidey senses are telling you to negotiate new terms and deals. Your energy levels are running high and you need an outlet. Make plenty of room for the opinions of others for best results.

 

Capricorn (Dec 21 – Jan 19)

You are in an introspective and philosophical mood. Yet, you also want to share your thoughts and be heard. As you do, you may be reminded that you actually have a lot to say: thoughts others would probably like and perhaps need to hear. Call it, ‘finding your voice’. Once found, you may discover a new level of power.

Aquarius (Jan 19 – Feb 19)

Venus and Mars in your sign signify assertiveness and pro-action. This awakened pioneering spirit will prove mind-opening. There are some very auspicious factors at play for you now and they may well include fresh opportunities for love and romance. Add spice to existing relationships and/or break away into new ones.

Pisces (Feb 19 – Mar 20

Some exciting possibilities are brewing in your mind. These may be recognized as returns for prior successes. A growing determination to manifest your ideas will become evident this week. Positively, they could have a big impact on your financial situation. Looking at how things are and where they could lead will support your decisions.

– 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]

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