April 19th – 25th

Break the Routine — Forecast for April 19th – 25th

 

This week’s headline items: Mercury changes signs from Aries to Taurus on Monday morning — and the Sun follows suit that afternoon. Very early on Tuesday, the first Quarter Moon in Leo becomes exact, and later that day, Pluto’s Station intensifies. Last but not least, on Friday morning, Mars changes signs from Gemini to Cancer.

There will be three Moon VoC phases this week: Monday evening (for a little over 6 hours), Thursday morning (for a little over an hour), and Saturday morning (for a little over 5 hours).

 

Before we get to this week’s forecast, let me make a quick announcement:

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Now, this week’s Forecast…

Monday, April 19th:

Monday, the Moon remains in protective, nurturing Cancer all day. It will journey there until Tuesday very early morning. With this Moon placement, we are more sensitive to what people say and therefore our feelings are more easily hurt — so be kind to yourself and others. Self-Care is key for the today 😉

Emotional safety is important to us as well; we like connecting to the familiar and we enjoy nurturing ourselves and others — home and family call to us, for instance. Make sure though, that your glass is filled before letting others drink from it, otherwise you might start to feel drained and resentful.

Monday at 6:29am EDT, Mercury changes signs from enthusiastic, fast-paced Aries to steady, peaceful Taurus, where it will journey until May 3rd. For the next 2 weeks, our thinking shifts gears: we want to connect to others in a realistic, down-to-earth way and we “say it like it is”. We appreciate common sense; we rely on our senses when it comes to processing information.

A well-developed sense of color, smell, and touch are characteristic of this Mercury position, so as long as Mercury is in Taurus, we will be drawn towards the “tasteful” in the realm of the five senses. We are more likely to have a no-nonsense approach to decision-making, and our ideas are often very practical and useful at this time.

When it comes to learning, we prefer demonstrations, concrete answers, and basic concepts for the next 2 weeks. We learn best when we see real-world uses for the theories we are trying to absorb. We simply process information better when we can personalize it (“what use is it to me?”) and attach it to the practical world.

Do you have your Ascendant or Sun-sign in Taurus? If so, you may feel more talkative during this time. Do you have your Ascendant or Sun-sign in Gemini or Virgo? If so, you may need to slow down and “smell the roses” 😉

Monday at 4:33pm EDT, the Sun also changes signs from bold, courageous Aries to steady, peaceful Taurus; it will journey there  until May 20th. For the next four and a half weeks our attention is on physical pleasures and we are more aware of our need for comfort and consistency. The Sun in Taurus reminds us to slow down and smell the roses.

We are able to be very consistent and methodical, which helps us bring groundedness and reality to our new goals. We focus on what is most important to us. What do you value most? How do you feel about yourself and what you bring to the table?

All this is especially true if you are a Leo or Taurus Sun-sign or Rising-sign. As a Taurus, you will feel a good dose of confidence and playfulness in the next 4.5 weeks; as a Leo your vitality will most likely slow down and you might indulge in physical or material pleasures.

Monday at 8:03pm EDT, we enter a Moon VoC that will last for a little over 6 hours, until 2:11am EDT (Tuesday very early morning). Use this intuitive time to remain flexible and practice self-care — take good care of your emotional and physical body…

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Use this intuitive time to remain flexible and practice self-care — take good care of your emotional and physical body that way, you’ll remain able to empower yourself and others.

As always with a Moon VoC, as best as you can, don’t start anything brand-new, stick to routine things, or simply go with the flow. You may also want to plan Monday evening until Tuesday very early morning ahead of time.

 

Tuesday, April 20th:

Tuesday, the Moon remains in protective, nurturing Cancer and VoC until 2:11am EDT; at that time, the Moon moves into fun and attention-loving Leo, where it will journey until Thursday late morning. We may lack objectivity and struggle with backing down or compromising. We all love to be admired — or at the very least acknowledged — for our greatness 🙂

So hand out some compliments — let people know how proud you are of them, tell them how much you love them. Come from the heart in this and all other things… be honest and authentic, as best you can. Fun, games and romance are a big part of this energy as well. You might also enjoy spending time with little ones.

If there are no “outer children” around, how about getting in touch with your “inner child” — it’s definitely easier for the next two-and-a-half days. What are you most grateful for today? What would be heaps and heaps of fun? What would be so much fun, you let out a tiny squeak, just thinking of it? This Moon placement also starts the build up toward the first Quarter Moon (exact this afternoon).

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To ask a question in advance; please email me by April 22nd,… and if I don’t have it yet, send me a copy of your Birth Chart (If you have done a Reading or Coaching-Healing session with me in the past, or if you have already emailed me a copy of your chart, I will have it. If none of this applies to you, send me a pdf of your birth chart).

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Tuesday very early morning, at 2:59am EDT, the first Quarter Moon in 0.5 degrees of Leo becomes exact. We started to feel this aspect from the moment the Moon entered Leo very early this morning. The Moon in fun and attention-loving Leo makes a challenging aspect to the Sun in steady, peaceful Taurus.

We feel compelled to take action. The New Moon took place a little over a week ago (on April 11th/12th); “seeds” planted then are probably “sprouting” by now — and making their first real contact with the outside world. This is therefore a time to stretch and grow — and create some forward momentum. We may feel anxious or unusually busy.

As best as you can, go one breath at a time. Allow for changes, remain flexible (as much as possible), and find creative solutions for your day-to-day interactions with others.

Do you have your Ascendant, Career Point (or personal planets) in any of the following: 0-2 degrees of Leo, Taurus, Aquarius, Scorpio, or 28-29 degrees of Cancer, Aries, Capricorn, or Libra? If so, you will feel the effects of this first Quarter Moon more strongly than otherwise. This is also true for those of us who have our Ascendant or Sun-sign in Leo or Cancer (the Sun rules Leo; the Moon rules Cancer).

Also on, Tuesday, Pluto’s Station phase intensifies until May 5th. It will come to a halt next week, on April 27th in 26.5 degrees of Capricorn (more on that next week). As I mentioned last week, when an outer planet stations, its energy gets more pronounced; this becomes even more pronounced when its Station phase intensifies.

We become even more aware of its impact on us — and this can sometimes cause discomfort. We are being asked to hang out with that discomfort until the planet’s energy has picked up speed again (around May 12th).

As best as you can, take a closer look at whatever is “in your face” for the next 3 weeks. Look for what might no longer be in alignment with your soul’s purpose (your deep, authentic, emotional Self) — especially in relation to long-term goals and your standing in society.

Ask yourself: Where am I holding on, out of fear? What habits, behaviors or fears are holding me back from feeling fully empowered from within? What would it look like, if I was fully aligned with my Soul-purpose? How would it feel? When we confront our fears we very often discover hidden gifts and strengths.

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Do you have your Ascendant, Career Point (or personal planets) in 24-29 degrees of Capricorn, Cancer, Aries, or Libra? If so, you will feel this Station phase more strongly. This is also true for those of us who have our Ascendant or Sun-sign in Scorpio (Pluto is the ruler of Scorpio). 

 

Wednesday, April 21st:

Wednesday, the Moon remains in fun and attention-loving Leo all day (see Tuesday very early morning for details).

Wednesday very early morning, we are being invited to focus on making realistic choices when it comes to connecting with others; do your best to be your most authentic, joyful Self when connecting with like-minded people. (Moon in Leo opposes Saturn in Aquarius, exact at 1:56am EDT)

Wednesday evening, we are invited to make some internal adjustments. We may want to have some fun, but may also need to tune in to our intuitive inner voice. What do you hear when you get really quiet? (Moon in Leo quincunxes Neptune in Pisces, exact at 7:07pm EDT)

Tomorrow, Thursday all day and Friday until 1pm EDT, is your last chance to register for the Forecasting Forum, live tomorrow, Friday at 2pm EDT/7pm London-time. Please note we’ll talk about Pluto’s Station phase in 26º of Capricorn, and the Super Full Moon in Scorpio (exact on April 26th) — in relationship to our own birth charts!

To ask a question in advance; please email me by tomorrow, Thursday at midnight,… and if I don’t have it yet, send me a copy of your Birth Chart (If you have done a Reading or Coaching-Healing session with me in the past, or if you have already emailed me a copy of your chart, I will have it. If none of this applies to you, send me a pdf of your birth chart).

Other than booking a reading with me, this is the highest level of support you can get — and it’s only $37 for the 90+ minute webinar.

=> To register for this month only, click here (Star Members will receive an email tomorrow – April 22nd – in the afternoon, and on Friday, April 23rd, an hour before the live event begins, with the link to join live).

 

Thursday, April 22nd:

Thursday, the Moon remains in fun and attention-loving Leo until 9:08am EDT (see Tuesday very early morning for details).

Thursday at 8:05am EDT, we enter a brief Moon VoC that will last for a little over hours, until 9:08am EDT. Use this brief intuitive time as an opportunity to connect with others and do things that stimulate you mentally and bring you joy.

As always with a Moon VoC, as best as you can, don’t start anything brand-new, stick to routine things, or simply go with the flow. You may also want to plan Thursday morning ahead of time.

Thursday at 9:08am EDT, the Moon moves into detail-oriented, practical Virgo, where it will journey until Saturday early afternoon; turning our focus toward the practical and wholesome. We are generous with our time/services and we love to help others. We also have a fondness for science and anything that makes sense in our world — things and knowledge we can apply and use.

Health might come also into focus at this time. We notice the parts that make up the whole; this is a great time to see if our daily routines (eating, work, self-care, etc.) align with our long-term goals.

Thursday late evening, a Venus/Uranus alignment in 10 degrees of Taurus becomes exact at 9:01pm EDT. We started feeling this aspect build from Tuesday on; it will be strong until Sunday. This alignment gives us the opportunity to experiment with a new way of relating to others. Freedom plays a big part in our interactions with others.

It’s a favorable time for social meetings and events. Do something different, something unusual, with one-on-one relationships — break the routine — and as you can imagine, you might experience some unexpected interactions during this time. As best as you can, stay open and flexible: Fresh air is blowing through your relationships, or your bank account….

We are also ready to experiment with regards to financial undertakings; good energetic matches include anything involving electronics, technology, the internet, metaphysics, the arts, and group activities in general. That said, this is not the best time to make long-term financial investments, unless you had an intuitive vision about something 😉

We had the same alignment in early March of last year; what did you start around then in connection with relationships or finances — and how might you move that to the next level?

Do you have your Ascendant, Career Point (or personal planets) in 7-13 degrees of Taurus, Scorpio, Leo or Aquarius? If so, you will be more affected by this aspect. This is also true for those of us who have our Ascendant or Sun-sign in Taurus, Libra or Aquarius (Venus being the ruler of Taurus and Libra, while Uranus is the ruler of Aquarius).

 

Friday, April 23rd:

Friday, the Moon remains in detail-oriented, practical Virgo all day (see Thursday late morning for details).

Friday very early morning, we are invited to connect with like-minded people and learn something new about our unique talents or value in the world. We are able to better connect to anything that requires attention to detail. We might also perhaps implement revolutionary health routines or other systems in our day to day life that support our values and make life more enjoyable. (Moon in Virgo trines Uranus in Taurus, exact at 2:57am EDT)

Friday morning, we may experience some internal discomfort and need to make some more inner adjustments. We feel nudged toward taking responsibility, and making a commitment to society, or to any humanitarian cause that will create a sustainable future for all. However, we also feel a need to improve our daily health and work routines. Where could we use more clarity? Where do we need to take a closer look in our lives? (Moon in Virgo quincunxes Saturn in Aquarius, exact at 7:19am EDT)

Friday morning, at 7:49am EDT, Mars changes signs from curious, versatile, information-craving Gemini to protective, emotional, safety-oriented Cancer. It will journey through Cancer until June 11th; for these next seven weeks, we need to feel secure before we act. We’re unusually protective of ourselves and our loved ones and so prefer to handle situations peacefully and humanely.

We could thus appear to be going rather slow at times — but with reassurance and confidence, we are more likely to be protective, helpful, and dependable.

Having projects that channel our energy into our home, family, or real-estate will bring the best results. What is a simple action you could take in one of those areas?

If you have an Aries Sun-sign or Rising-sign, you are going to feel more emotional during this time. You may experience more conflict at home or the need to assert yourself with your loved ones. If you are a Cancer Sun-sign or Rising sign, you will feel quite energized for the next 7 weeks. Channeling this energy into physical exercise or a project might be advisable.

Friday late evening, we once again seek a balance between head and heart, facts and imagination, reason and intuition/compassion. That said, if you can achieve that balance right now, it’s a great day for being of service or engaging in spiritual endeavors that require some practical input. (Moon in Virgo opposes Neptune in Pisces, exact at 11:10pm EDT)

 

Saturday, April 24th:

Saturday, the Moon remains in detail-oriented, practical Virgo until 12:06pm EDT (see Thursday late morning for details).

Saturday very early morning, a Mercury/Uranus alignment in 10 degrees of Taurus becomes exact at 2:42am EDT. We started to feel this aspect build from Thursday evening on; and it will remain strong until Sunday afternoon. An important insight is coming through — and we want to turn this insight into something real — something tangible, practical, and beautiful.

We might find ourselves part of some really unusual conversations, our mind could be flooded with new information and ideas, and we most likely feel excited by these fresh ideas and insights.

It’s a time when we could achieve real breakthroughs in the form of ideas, communications, and the mind in general — but coupled with the possibility of edginess and impatience toward those who don’t value our new insights. Nervousness, impulsivity and fidgeting could be a by-product of this alignment as well.

Computers and electronics may suddenly become important. We’ll likely have flashes of insight into our own mental workings, original thoughts, etc. As best as you can, and as much as you want to, stay open to other dimensions and stay grounded in your body. That way, all that energy can move through you, without shaking you to the core 😉

Do you have your Ascendant, Career Point (or personal planets) in 7-13 degrees of Taurus, Scorpio, Leo, or Aquarius? If so, you will feel this aspect quite strongly. This is also true for those of us who have our Ascendant or Sun-sign in Gemini, Virgo or Aquarius  (Mercury is the ruler of Gemini and Virgo; Uranus rules Aquarius).

Saturday at 6:50am EDT, we enter a Moon VoC that will last for a little over 5 hours, until 12:06pm EDT. Use this intuitive time to empower each other around earthly issues and support each other in practical ways. Your attention to detail is enhanced; you might implement new health routines or other systems that support your long-term goals.

As always with a Moon VoC, as best as you can, don’t start anything brand-new, stick to routine things, or simply go with the flow. You may also want to plan Saturday morning until the early afternoon ahead of time.

Saturday at 12:06pm EDT, the Moon moves into harmony-loving, balance-seeking Libra, where it will journey until next week Monday very early afternoon (April 26th). The energy of the Libra Moon helps us be naturally courteous and diplomatic; we are more polite at this time, as we seek the approval of others.

We very much want to maintain equal, fair relationships at this time, and are therefore open to making compromises and negotiating. These next two days are a great time for mediation — but our need for peace and accompanying aversion to direct conflict could pull us to “yes” more easily than we might like.

We may also be able see both sides of the equation so well that we can’t make decisions. As best as you can, find an inner balance with this and communicate what needs to be said with grace and charm — even if it’s “No” 😉 One last quick note: this is also a great time for anything to do with visual arts.

Saturday night/Sunday very early morning, a challenging Venus/Saturn aspect becomes exact at 12:22am EDT. We started to feel this aspect build from this Thursday evening on; it will remain strong until next week Tuesday morning (April 27th). This aspect asks us to stretch and grow beyond how we’ve known ourselves up to this point — a process of maturing that requires we adjust and stay flexible.

On the one hand, we want to enjoy our own personal, physical experience on this Earth; on the other hand, we feel a sharp need to improve our various communities — we are asking how we could create a better future for us all, going from A to B without missing anything essential — in short, we want to determine what’s real and would provide the best foundation for a better future. Do your best to make space for both these urges.

We tend to be more cautious when it comes to relationships and finances now — and in fact, this is not the best time to start a brand-new romantic relationship. Financially though, this aspect can be eye-opening; if we can find creative ways to deal with money, we will grow from it.

The key is to approach both in a spirit of down-to-earth enjoyment and maturity rather than from attachment to a certain outcome. Pushing will most likely not get us what we want — better to go one slow and steady step at a time, so we can come back later (if needs be) with a stronger approach and more mature expectations.

Do you have your Ascendant, Career Point (or personal planets) in 10-16 degrees of Taurus, Aquarius, Scorpio, or Leo? If so, you will feel this aspect quite strongly. This is also true for those of us who have our Ascendant or Sun-sign in Taurus, Libra or Capricorn (Venus is the ruler of Taurus and Libra; Saturn is the ruler of Capricorn).

 

Sunday, April 25th:

Sunday, the Moon remains in harmony-loving, balance-seeking Libra all day (see Saturday very early afternoon for details).

Sunday morning, a challenging Mercury/Saturn aspect becomes exact at 7:58am EDT. We started to feel this aspect build from this Friday evening on; and it will remain strong until Monday evening (April 26th). This aspect asks us to stretch a little, to grow and mature. Watch out for misunderstandings or rigid thinking, not only when it comes to interacting with others, but also when it comes to your own inner dialog.

On the one hand, Mercury in Taurus wants us to communicate in a down-to-earth, practical manner… making sure that what we reap brings us pleasure. On the other hand, Saturn in Aquarius reminds us that before we can think about what we want to create or bring forth in our various communities, we need to look at our future visions, and get to the core of what works and what doesn’t.

If this is a long-term vision for humanity, ask yourself: are we truly building for the long-term? What is the worst that could happen if we chose “quick” over “quality”?

As best as you can, find creative ways to connect to your personal values, while staying committed to a realistic vision for humanity. Where are you called to make a commitment that serves that vision? Could you simply go for it? One step at a time?

Do you have your Ascendant, Career Point (or personal planets) in 10-16 degrees of Taurus, Aquarius, Leo or Scorpio? If so, you will be more affected by this aspect. This is also true for those of us who have our Ascendant or Sun-sign in Gemini, Virgo or Capricorn (Mercury is the ruler of Gemini and Virgo; Saturn rules Capricorn).

Sunday early evening, a Mercury/Venus alignment in 14 degrees of Taurus becomes exact at 6:19pm EDT. We started to feel this aspect build from Saturday very early morning on; and it will remain strong until next week Wednesday (April 28th).  This is an excellent time to start sharing about teaching endeavors, as well as projects about food or art (or anything food or art-related —  pottery, for example). This alignment indicates an ability to communicate from the heart — and in fact, connecting to people we have an affinity with is essential.

We want to be able to connect in a harmonious, peaceful manner, and communicate in a down-to-earth way. We have a strong sense of what connects us to nature at this time, and want to be in touch with people who share this value — in general, we like to keep things simple and enjoy socializing. We also thoroughly enjoy the written and spoken word — literature, wordplay, puns, moving conversations — especially if the topics are connected to food, art, abundance, or something useful or practical.

Do you have your Ascendant, Career Point (or personal planets) in 11-17 degrees of Taurus, Scorpio, Leo, or Aquarius? If so, you will feel this alignment quite strongly; the same is true for those of us with our Ascendant or Sun-sign in Virgo, Gemini, Libra or Taurus  (Mercury is the ruler of Gemini and Virgo; Venus is the ruler of Taurus and Libra)

 

And…

A heads up for next Monday (April 26th): the Moon remains in harmony-loving, balance-seeking Libra until 12:18pm EDT (see Saturday very early afternoon for details — April 24th). At 8:40am EDT, we enter a Moon VoC that will last for a little over 3.5 hours, until 12:18pm EDT; at that time, the Moon moves into passionate, all-or-nothing Scorpio, where it will journey until April 28th (Wednesday early afternoon); this Moon placement starts the build up towards the Super Full Moon. In the late evening, at 11:32pm EDT, the Super Full Moon in Scorpio becomes exact. More about all the details in next week’s forecast 🙂

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