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NOVEMBER 2013 The Deep Plunge Into
Introspection
Something I have come to see over so long a time of read- ing astrology is that the entire complexity of the Universe is represented in each individual. There is no such thing as a simple or superficial person. The same is true when looking at a day, month, year, or beyond. The complexity wrapped up into each unit is such that it could considered silly to summarize. But here goes anyway.
November is another month of ‘mixed bag’ energy.
The month starts out with Mercury still in retrograde, fantastic for all things beginning with “RE”: Rest, rejuvenation, redoing, reworking, revisiting (people, places, topics, issue, projects), re- considering, researching ...
As the Mercury energies clear, the Venus retrograde shadow starts to kick up more, creating mixed messages — in relation- ships, communication, and shopping. This is the first holiday time in years that Mercury is not retrograde through the bulk of the shopping time. Hooray! Shoppers delight! This will make it much easier to get the right item the first time, have it delivered on time and intact, to a delighted recipient.
Try to leave as much wiggle-room out of your pricey choices as possible if you are buying, and if you are selling, make certain you are releasing it for the right reasons, as regret may take hold if the decision is emotional and not well planned out.
Most people want to be happier, more prosperous, and more fulfilled. Retrograde cycles offer awesome opportunities to ask the questions that will lead to these outcomes. Taking an active role in your Destiny will make maximum use of these fuel cells.
DATES TO NOTE:
** Sometimes the effects of planetary transits are felt before or after the actual day that the transit occurs.
November 1 — Uranus in Aries Square Pluto in Capricorn — The elimination of non-essential things through sudden, sur- prise, and/or explosive experiences brings unsettlement. Ener-
gy taken away will be replaced and ultimately the wisdom of the Universe will show itself, if not immediately understood. Also: Mercury in Scorpio Sextile Mars in Virgo — Time taken now to plan ahead will produce great results. Showing the forward- thinking nature of ideas or products you are trying to sell pans out. And: Sun in Scorpio Sextile Pluto in Capricorn — Direct- ing the desire to manipulate people, situations, or circumstanc- es into development of deeper will power serves well now.
November 3 — Sun in Scorpio Sextile Mars in Virgo — Time for taking initiative, displaying confidence, and asserting yourself. Focusing on practicality makes your endeavors more readily heard and accepted by others.
November 5 — Venus enters Capricorn — This entrance starts a long cycle of Venus in Capricorn, as it will go retrograde from the end of December and all of January. The cycle brings more prudence with money and for many, sexuality. Applying more discernment with choices involving money, image, sexual- ity, and love can help correct difficult past patterns.
November 6 — Sun in Scorpio Conjunct Saturn in Scor- pio — Some will feel overworked by this transit, some will relish in newfound or deeper established discipline. For the “over- worked,” schedule more sleep time, for the “underworked” get adequate sleep but arise with a plan.
November 7 — Jupiter Retrograde in Cancer (through March 6, 2014) — Time for introspection and spiritual or philo- sophical focus. Not as strong a time for material pursuits, es- pecially for those with Sagittarius Sun or Rising. Also: Venus in Capricorn Sextile Neptune in Pisces — Be awake to wisdom that a person, circumstance, or experience is trying to share. A portal opens for a viewpoint assisting you in seeing the impor- tance of the bigger picture in the situation.
November 9 & 11 — Mercury in Scorpio Trine Neptune in Pi- sces — Look for the truth in your own and others words. The veil
will be thinner right now and it will be easier to see. November 10 — Mercury Direct in Scorpio — Wait a few more days and then it’s time to do holiday shopping, look into buying cars, electronics, and the other things you were holding off through the retrograde cycle to buy. Be aware the Venus retrograde shadow period has started and
the Mercury energies are not entirely clear yet, so still pur- chase extra warranties for high-ticket items. Make sure pur- chases are necessary and not emotional.
November 12 — Sun in Scorpio Trine Jupiter in Cancer — A time for exploring possibilities, seeing beyond the con- fines of current perspectives or situations, and stretching be- yond the limits of what you previously thought was possible.
November 13 — Neptune Direct in Pisces — Take the steps to make the things you have been hoping for turn into reality. Let go of the wounds hindering you and move on.
November 14 — Venus in Capricorn Square Uranus in Aries — Protect yourself from impulse buys right now. Even though Mercury is officially direct, the addition of this transit could make you spend without thinking. Stick to your shop- ping list and original spending plan.
November 15 — Venus in Capricorn Conjunct Pluto in Capricorn — A transit that brings intensity to work, money, or love-related things. An office romance starts or culmi- nates for many. For others, a passionate burst of career-re- lated focus or recognition.
November 19 — Chiron Direct in Pisces — Chiron ret- rograde opened or rubbed raw old wounds creating motiva- tion and fertile ground for healing. As it moves direct, take the lessons from the experiences and make different deci- sions for the future.
November 20 — Mercury in Scorpio Sextile Pluto in Capricorn — Not a time to skirt around issues! The way past is by plowing directly through right now; you will likely find that fear of doing it was worse than the actual experience.
November 21 — Sun enters Sagittarius (through Dec. 21) — Everything opens up! Mundane details move into au- topilot as the quest for something bigger takes center stage.
November 23 — Venus in Capricorn Sextile Saturn in Scorpio — Appreciating a commitment makes following through with feel different. Having a good outlook on what seems like hard work shifts to a more enjoyable experience.
November 24 — Sun in Sagittarius Square Neptune in Pisces — A great time to stay home and rest with a ‘feel- good’ movie.
November 25 — Mercury in Scorpio Conjunct Saturn in Scorpio — Discipline, focus, and concentration are fa- vored now. Serious news could come in.
November 27 — Mercury in Scorpio Sextile Venus in Capricorn — Communications are better now than the pre- vious several days. Happy news could come in, especially about a practical or tangible endeavor.
November 28 — Mercury in Scorpio Trine Jupiter in Cancer — Favorable for teaching, learning, writing, commu- nicating, mind expansion and information dissemination of any kind through any venue, and travel near or far.
November 30 — Sun in Sagittarius Trine Uranus in Aries — A high level of energy may overtake you, matched simultaneously with a mischievous spark. New, fun, exciting adventures await!
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