WEEKLY HOROSCOPES FOR 22ND FEBRUARY 2012
ARIES
You’re looking for answers this week, but answers to what? You may have to revert to Plan B after changing circumstances dictate that Plan A will not longer work. Or you may not have the answer to a rather delicate and perhaps even highly confidential problem.
But no man is an island and instead of internalizing whatever it is, try and share it with someone else who can perhaps help you with a more objective approach. There IS a storm brewing but hopefully you’re not stuck right in the middle of it - although it does appear to have some connection to either your domestic scene or love life.
I know that you’re part of the ‘realism’ school that thinks that ‘faith’ isn’t faith until you’re holding onto it (as in something concrete) – but the Cosmos is funny in this regard. If your doubts and fears start to grow bigger than your ‘faith’, then all those dreams you had will become blocked. You won’t be able to hold onto to them - so change your mood and stop with the agonizing and soul searching!
Surely you’ve realized that there is currently the equivalent of a pot of gold right under your nose if you care to look (although you’re currently not much in the mood for being “out and about” and “amongst it”). But this is a very favorable time to increase your money and possessions (and self worth) - but you’ve got to feel confident and enthusiastic in order to receive the benefits (and you are worthy).
Perhaps you’ve received a setback in your career this week that disillusions you but don’t worry, this will resolve itself in due course so don’t let that stop you hoping and dreaming and enjoying life!
If you are searching for that elusive peace of mind and emotional harmony it is only a matter of weeks away.
TAURUS
I think many of your sign received some form of a “get out of jail free” card this week and this will change your course or at least influence a big decision.
I’ve mentioned a few times that my Bovine cohorts are going through their own personal “mini-revolution”, throwing in jobs, leaving neighborhoods, selling and packing up, and telling some people to “stick it”. You are being your authentic self (well I very much hope you are, otherwise this period is being completely wasted on you) so no more running with the hares if you’re a hound.
There are a lot of decisions pending in your life (or at least there should be if you’re working with the Jupiter transit) and these will include career, family and lifestyle decisions. The way you are viewing the world and your place in it, is under a BIG review, but especially this week and there will be at least one (perhaps two) conversations or news that you hear, that will impact on the way you approach the future.
It’s up to you as to how you direct your discontent and impatience for something to happen but from where you sit (within the context of your world) the way forward is becoming clearer to you.
In other words, are you on the “outer” or in the “bosom of the group”. Have you pissed off your friends or been the stalwart and reaping the rewards. Have you “made it” (or are on the way) or are you on the dung heap?
Some of this “reviewing” may make you a bit uncomfortable but you should decide whether or not to move forward or remain where you are - but no going back unless of course you’re convinced that it’s the right move!
Of course none of this planning is going to happen overnight but you are setting the wheels in place, so plan well. Remain as objective as you possibility can when accommodating the expectations and wishes of others close to you – because they have their own agendas also…!
GEMINI
Well it’s about time that you started coming into your own! After being buffeted by seemingly endless eclipses in your house of Self, some of that lost faith and trust in the Cosmos is being restored. Wrong, not only restored, you are on “fire” and quite the people magnet.
Of course that’s not to say that you won’t have a few differences of opinions, that’s par for the course for you, but at least there’s nothing to really fret about for a change.
That said, there is still the ongoing theme about “righting a few wrongs” (or at least learning to live with them) and finally putting them to bed, emotionally and mentally. In other words closing that chapter of your life, but for one reason or another that is not quite as easy and straightforward as it sounds.
To make some of those “hard calls” easier I urge you to concentrate on your long-term goals and your public reputation (which will be very difficult if this decision favors one, but damages the other).
It’s true that some Gems will become a tad thin-skinned about your reputations and your place in the world or how you are coming across.
You’re becoming very determined to lift your game and behave although this may be more difficult because of either the circumstances of a situation or the conflicting behavior of another and someone close to you may be saying one thing, but doing another and their support is variable to say the least.
For single Gems (and for that matter couples) at least you have romantic support and for the latter the ability to repair a damaged relationship or to rejuvenate a tired one. In fact if you are single, because of your current magnetism, you will be establishing a romance and there will be passionate encounters to look forward to!
You have a nameless charm in abundance for the next few weeks thanks to the Cosmos that can only be called “IT”, so do something really daring in either your career, social or love life.
If you do, you can expect a total transformation of your circumstances – but transformation literally means going beyond your form…so…it’s over to you!
CANCER
It is very true that you’ve been tiptoeing through a minefield over the past few years and have been in a few tough situations and tight corners. You’re still alive though and in the clear (but not without some near misses and the odd explosion).
But as I’ve been telling you, events of the past few years are part of a conspiracy by the Cosmos to send you off on a different and more spiritual path, one in which money will play a much lesser role. You’ll be paring down and getting back to basics and perhaps even becoming a tad mystical – well at least believing in a bigger picture than the one that defines you now.
You are seeking both liberty and personal growth in different guises, perhaps not financial freedom but simply the freedom to do what you want and go where you wish, and think as you like. You are bored, disappointed and unhappy with the status quo, so you need to either head off on a grand adventure or failing that try and develop a new and more exciting perspective on life. What is much more valuable to you now than tangible wealth is emotional and spiritual wealth, because it’s pointless being rich and unhappy and sitting alone in an ivory tower.
But before you can do this you have a concurrent problem to deal with and this may be a work, family or even a legal one. In this regard you have strongly entrenched views about how to proceed (but which may not be in accordance with the views of others).
Stick to your guns. You can influence the way others are thinking (and thus the outcomes) but you’ve not only got to have your heart in it, but you’ve also to exercise sound judgment. The latter may be more difficult because with your current mindset, you’re probably not being as practical and sensible as you used to be.
Some change in a situation has caused you to feel insecure about the future (and even the current) but although this may not necessarily be resolved this week, before mid March a barrier to your progress will either be removed or resolved satisfactorily.
You can expect to receive some kind of a proposal, offer or suggested initiative to consider this week. Don’t reject it out of hand; be receptive because this may be the first step on your path to freedom.
LEO
This week and the next few will be delightful for you because you will enjoy a lot more authority and control, which will be music to your ears.
You are also a lot more in tune with what is motivating the people around you, especially the things that they are not so obvious about. Of course this will give you the leg-up in both business and in your personal/sexual life - although you are already holding rein within your office environment and business world.
You are feeling even more confident and self assertive than usual and you are holding the key to master your life – you just have to find the right keyhole - but there are quite a few changes ahead.
Of course when you have added power you’re going to meet more resistance and there certainly will be some intense and difficult moments and some power struggles; with not only others but with yourself, but do make a conscious effort to avoid any unnecessary conflict or for that matter, jealousy.
But you are so driven at the moment that you can get frustrated with yourself if you detect any personal weaknesses or failings or if you have made any mistakes – and double if someone else points them out!
Still you have just about offloaded once and for all any self-doubts and insecurities that you absorbed during the difficult times - and a new “collaboration” is just the release you need.
Of course with an 8th house new moon you will be joining with someone – on a business collaboration or a sexual/romantic one – and this may have been planning/flirting stages for the past few weeks, and only now is kick-starting.
If it’s a business collaboration and you require additional funds, in spite of the uncertainties of the fiscal markets and your obvious concerns, this is an ideal time to apply for any credit as you’re more likely to get a “yes”.
Of course in any joint venture it’s important to establish boundaries but you’ve learnt that lesson already, haven’t you? There are constraints (financial and otherwise), but you do have the Cosmos onside now for the next few months, so as The Goddess of Victory, Nike would say, “just do it”.
VIRGO
It’s a great time to work on relationships - new or existing, personal or business.
In spite of genuinely feeling you can do everything on your own (and better than anyone else), you’ve finally come to grips with the fact that you do need support and someone to watch your back. If you’re in politics or within any kind of team environment where you need to rely on others to be both helpful AND loyal, this is the time to foster those relationships and fertile for arranging any coup d’etats.
Are you a bit self absorbed these day? A resounding “yes” - but that’s more to do with wanting to stand out from the crowd. But if on the other hand you feel like your partner(s) is not there for you, you’ll be acutely aware of that now - and may even do some self-analysis to see if this has anything to do with you.
Still I think you can expect some very positive changes, all around, agreements, compromises and a spirit of cooperation abounds (and if it doesn’t it will be exposed at this time also). It will be a bit of a roller coaster ride in your associations over the next couple of weeks, for, against, on/off, agree/disagree and so on but if you need to impose any restrictions for example, this is a very conducive time to do so as it will be quite well received.
You are precise and a perfectionist and need to be fully engaged in something meaningful (as opposed to a rat on a treadmill) because for you inspiration without perspiration is sterile. However if you do not feel you are making any real progress in a matter dear to your heart, you may very well be tempted to toss in the towel.
There is something quite significant in this statement this week for a few Virgo’s as you will be defining yourself (or even finding yourself); through your interactions with another or “others”. It could be war or it could be peace - an enemy or a friend – or a loved one but you will be dealing with this issue one way or another.
With Neptune now in your relationship house this can bring separation or a union (and certainly misunderstandings and resentments) but on a plus side EVERYBODY is going to look a whole lot better. How this will manifest for you really depends on the quality of the association(s) but it can range from adoration to isolation...
LIBRA
You’ve been tolerant, practical and forgiving, but there is a time when you need to take a stand or implement boundaries and this is one of them. You are a kind, diplomatic and flexible sign but particularly in a working environment or a career environment, someone appears to be taking an advantage of either you or the situation and pushing the envelope just a little too far.
It’s probably timely to restructure some of your working routines or infrastructure (if this is something that you are able to do) in order for it to be more rewarding and palatable. In other words, you need to take care of business and attend to whatever sorely needs attending to. You also need to take care of your heath, and now is a great time to implement some healthy lifestyle changes – like joining a gym, giving up smoking and so on.
If you take a different approach to both your work and your health over the next few weeks the improvements in both areas will be remarkable and one will complement the other.
As I mentioned in the monthly scopes you will be having some weighty and at times intense discussions about your future “role” in an organization (or within a group) or even in a personal sense and you won’t feel on solid ground for a while yet. Contracts may be cancelled or changed, management policies may alter or be modified and this could have an impact on you or even your duties could be under a cloud.
Don’t worry you won’t be left out in the cold, even though you do currently feel exposed, but the disagreements that surround you in the workplace will ultimately be dealt with and resolved by others - and not you - so keep out of it as much as you can. At any rate, issues that previously made you see red, you are happy to let go through to the keeper because you are less inclined for power struggles or manipulation these days.
At least when you come home at night you have something to look forward to and your romantic life, irrespective of whether you are single or coupled, is improving.
At least in this area of your life you have transparency and clarity – you know where you stand – which is more than can be said for your place of work!
SCORPIO
“Girls just wanna have fun…” and so do boys - especially Scorpio boys and girls! You are feeling GOOD both inwardly and outwardly - confident, expressive and creative - and exuding a certain glow that clearly spells out that you are more interested in enjoying yourself, and less about focusing on dry and uninteresting pursuits…
You are going to be throwing yourself headlong into love (or certainly what feels like it) and you could be the Poster Child for Valentines Day – on a daily basis.
This could be in the form of someone new or someone from your past, or even a situation which is a bit risqué or inappropriate (such as a colleague) but whoever it is, you are in a new era of all encompassing emotional commitment.
Sure you want to be appreciated and admired but these days you are happy to open your heart fully and Pluto and Saturn have ensured that you have undergone (and undergoing) regeneration at the very basic level. No longer are they allowing you to be superficial in any of your connections – they have to be based on truth and authenticity.
Of course with Neptune also transiting your fun and love house, romance could be a mirage, or simply illogical and without foundation or for the wrong reasons.
Still you need to explore your soul’s expression and if there is a little drama along the way, so what! Lets face it you are a dynamic and passionate love machine and the word “lover” and Scorpio go hand in hand! Sex is probably your greatest interest so divest your creativity into this area and allow your primal side out.
For the older Scorps with children you will be seeking approval and “rewards” through different channels and may be in the process of leaving a legacy, such an early inheritance, financial assistance, or some other kind of bequest that gives you pleasure …but then again with Neptune there will also be some “issues” with them as well! And did I mention your ex…?!
SAGITTARIUS
If, in the past decade your family life resembled an outtake from the Walton’s, it doesn’t anymore! Neptune now slip sliding through your house of home and family can actually make you feel very alone, even though you’re right there in the midst of them all. And of course if you are alone…well you can become.. as we astrologers say “spiritual” and insightful and get in touch with your feelings and emotional needs.
Family members will need you more, divorced children, sick parents…that kind of thing, which is fine because you may not be feeling like socializing much at any rate.
But all this is ‘big picture’ stuff.
This week you will certainly become more astute and understanding and feel a lot more confident to deal with your “issues” and if there are any lingering family concerns these can be deal with now also.
There could also be some business hassles, but socially things have been a bit strange as well, and you’ve been harboring doubts about at least one person in your social circle.
This is not new, but you’re not so sure if you can rely on them for support and if it’s a business situation, there could be a loss of faith. Hopefully these issues don’t affect you directly but make sure you are seeing each situation clearly as you are more emotional these days, about everything.
You are looking at your support system overall and there is probably cause to feel somewhat vulnerable and perhaps even a tad jealous or unsure. It all feels more stressful than pleasant at the moment, too many demands on your time and too many obligations to fulfill.
Many Sags will be making literal moves this week (or at least initiating them), selling houses, relocating, giving notice and making new plans for the future …and so on.
Funnily enough doing something entirely different to where or how you live will make you feel a whole lot happier - even if it’s simply escaping the chaos for a while!
CAPRICORN
It might not be that easy to change your destination quickly, but you can certainly change your direction quickly enough – that is if you know where it is you want to head. I think that you are a bit undecided as to where or what that is this week, because something has the capacity to derail your course in some way.
Whatever it was that you had in your sights before this week, may be a different vista (a different person or a new job) and the grass really will look greener elsewhere.
There are always two choices and two paths to take. One is easy and its only reward is that it's easy. But life is change, and growth is optional so you should always choose very wisely. But at any rate you will have a major choice to make this week.
There is an element of the past in this, but all you need to know about the past is that no matter what has happened, it has all worked together to bring you to this very moment. And this is the moment you can choose to make everything new if you so wish – but I repeat, chose wisely.
Facts are many but with Neptune now in your house of communication, these can be deceptive, confusing or inspiring - but there is only one truth, so trust your feelings.
In some way your decision could involve a brother or a sister, and you’ll be communicating a lot more with them. Communication is the central theme - you will have to tell certain people, certain things, - as you could very likely be mapping out a new road map for your life.
For a relatively stoic sign you’re positively antsy and restless and eager for something different so lets just hope everyone in your life is as excited about the impending changes as you are….
AQUARIUS
There was an old game show in Australia decades ago called Pick a Box. The punch line was always “the money or the box” and contestants would have to choose between a known large wad of money or a prize behind the box that could be worth a lot more (or often a lot less), hence the gamble.
I’m urging you to play this game in life. Make a choice between the money or possibilities and that way you can determine what it is you really value. Is it material security, money and possessions or is it something more intangible but still highly valuable - like inner peace. I know the old adage of “it’s better to be rich unhappy than poor unhappy”, but how about rich and happy and if you want to feel rich, just count the things you have that money can't buy”
With Neptune going through this part of your chart, you are confused about whether you need money or not. Of course you don’t have to divest yourself of everything and idealize poverty because this is going to impact on your ability to actually make money. But I am suggesting that you try and strike a balance and figure out what really is important.
Of course this doesn’t have to relate to money and possessions, it has everything to do with your self esteem also, and if something in your life is not of “value” then you need to lighten that load also.
I guess on a more practical note, this week is an ideal time to implement a sensible financial framework or a realistic budget and even to source new (and different) ways to earn additional funds - and in ways that more truly reflect your many talents and skills.
In fact you are enjoying renewed confidence in this area, and are feeling rather ambitious and inspired.
Still returning to my original theme, there are so may other more satisfying activities that can be explored this week also…
PISCES
You take the high road and I’ll take the low road… because you will be taking the high road now. Not that you haven’t always aspired to a higher ideal, but circumstances (and other people) have often conspired you to take the lesser one.
Not anymore! Neptune is literally touching your soul, making you more romantic, optimistic and definitely less practical - but full of idealism.
Sure you may be still uncertain as to your direction but you are much more attuned to the world than you ever were and like Braille you’ll be able to feel your way to knowledge and understanding.
In fact more people that you could ever realize count on your direction (and certainly your support) but this will be rewarded big time this week as you will receive a highly pleasing (although perhaps not totally unexpected) business offer/career proposal.
If you are single you will be meeting someone who will become rather important in your life as time goes on - most likely in a romantic way - but you need to put behind you now a past and certainly obsolete emotional attachment before you can move forward, unencumbered.
Much has happened over the past few months but you are feeling a new lease on life, it’s as if you have been reborn and you are almost a new person. You have created (or recreated) a whole new you, with new interests and new attachments and perhaps even a new look.
Don’t hesitate, be courageous and throw yourself out there - you want attention and you want it now – but just be careful you aren’t trying to be someone you’re not, or worse emulating someone else entirely.
But this is a time when you should be brave and enjoy new experiences and always remember, “people who need people are the luckiest people in the world….”.