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OVERVIEW of NOVEMBER
Scorpio-time is Halloween that just passed, All-Saints Day and "Dvēseļu/Soul" Days in countries all over the globe, when trees are bare and winds howl outside...and we are forced to stay inside...and meditate! This month, the next, and even January of 2025 prepare us for major changes that we've already recognized and are turning into reality. As evidenced by the distant planets Retrograding (expansion-planet Jupiter, stern-teacher Saturn, Awakener Uranus and Dream-planet Neptune), we're apt to retrace steps, finish un-finished business, as, heretofore, unrecognized secrets are revealed--thanks to the eclipses that passed.
This month we've 5 (later just 3) planets presently in emotional, intuitive, personal Water-signs: the Sun and Messenger Mercury (for a day) in passionate and intense Scorpio, Action-planet Mars in family-friendly, yet ambitious Cardinal sign Cancer (for 2 days), and disciplinarian Saturn, along with inspirational Neptune, in creative, master-of-illusion Pisces. Feelings are as essential as our thought processes; we just need not get carried away with them.
In practical, material-minded Earth signs there are the two remaining planets: The planet-of-the-unexpected Uranus in, usually, steady-Freddy Taurus, while Transformer Pluto for a half of the month clings to community-minded, restraining Capricorn, assisting us in evolving, like it or not.
Of Mental Air signs, we've only Good-luck planet, generous Jupiter; and of active Fire signs also one, Love-goddess Venus in candid and chatty, risk-taking Sagittarius; though, soon enough, this first week, Communication planet Mercury also enters this philosophizing sign that enjoys long-distance travel and different cultures.
For the next three months, changes will affect us both in our personal and public lives and we shall feel them, as suggested by the preponderance of Water-sign planets.
C A L E N D A R
NOVEMBER 1-7:
We're starting off with a New Moon on Friday, Nov. 1, at 9.33 degrees in intense, mystical, emotional but poker-faced Scorpio! New moons, generally, are for starting new projects, thus making plans to reach certain goals by the time of the Full Moon, come Nov. 15. But, but, but, the Retrograding planets warn of restrictions and/or the need to deal with past issues and people. Karmic, Reality-planet Saturn aspects the New Moon positively and will turn Direct next week, allowing for progress that, heretofore, has evaded us. Ruling authority-figures, we're apt to get their attention and support. Full Moon in Scorpio energies provide us with keen judgment, penetrating intelligence and the will and determination to help us deal with certain consequences.
On the flip-side-of-the-coin, even as early as last week, there were the intense, competitive forces of Action-planet Mars in patriotic, family-loving Cancer versus Change-agent Pluto (that rules nuclear power). Energies now approach their exact opposition aspect come Sunday, Nov. 3, forcing us to make some difficult decisions. Ours is not a popularity contest but a choice of what's best for our family, community, nation, and globally. The good news is that on Saturday, Nov. 2, yet, there's a Kite aspect of planets that is benevolent! We have a Grand Trine of Water signs: Mars in Cancer, Messenger Mercury in Scorpio and the Creative Muse Neptune in latter degrees of Pisces. Thus communicating the right way (Mercury) with the right persons + being inspired (Neptune)= right action taken (Mars)! Plus, both Mercury and Neptune also sextile the potent planetoid of Pluto, in a way, forcing action upon us. The effect of these energies will reverberate throughout November and influence our future.
On Nov. 2, Saturday, also, Messenger Mercury enters fiery, but less intense and secretive sign of Sagittarius. As mentioned before, the combustive Mars opposition Pluto aspect becomes exact tomorrow (Sunday, Nov. 3). And it's on this day that dynamo Mars leaves Cancer for the more flamboyant sign of Leo, another Fire-sign! Now Mars is in a sign compatible to its mate Venus in Sagittarius, but not near enough in orb to influence each other. We're apt to talk and act with more vigor and socialize more. This Sunday, Venus opposes Good-luck planet Jupiter eliciting good but, possibly, too expansive feelings that may or may not bring us a coveted desire. Later, the Moon, too, enters amiable Sagittarius.
Then Monday, Nov. 4, Sun in Scorpio trines responsible Saturn; we want to do the right thing. Voting is on our mind! Here it is Tuesday, Nov. 5, finally, some would say in...the USA! As well as, say, recently, Georgia and Moldovia. The Moon, initially, is in daring, far-seeing Sagittarius. It squares saint-or-sinner Neptune, so there's the need to be aware of deception. Lots of complex vibrations shroud actuality in this very first week of November. Moon later in the day enters community-minded Capricorn; we've work to do and responsibilities to fulfill. There's reason to celebrate for some! Hoopla!
Wednesday, Nov. 6, a much quieter day, for sure: the responsible Capricorn Moon sextiles the Sun in transformative, deep-digging, secretive Scorpio. We're dealing with the after-affects even next day, Thursday, Thor's Day, Nov. 7, as Moon joins up with profound Pluto in Capricorn. For sure, powerful feelings are stirred. Later, as Moon enters Aquarius, we "take the road less travelled!"
NOVEMBER 8-14:
This week is considerably quieter than last week, though we're still experiencing and reacting to past vibrations. Also, expect the Mars opposition to Pluto aspect to repeat itself into early 2025, but with Mars in Leo (strong, commanding, also capable of fine leadership, romantic in love) and Pluto in inventive, progressive, humanitarian Aquarius. Because of the generous former Kite-formation, perhaps the Universe wants us to "get back on course."
Friday, then, Nov. 8, the Moon in off-beat but freedom-loving Aquarius sextiles Communicator Mercury in positive-thinking, candid, and daring Sagittarius. With a bit of effort we can meet up with local family and neighbors to celebrate events or console one-another.
During the weekend of Nov. 9-Nov. 10, Venus squares chameleon-like Neptune, a signal not to wear out our rose-colored glasses, but confab with one-another sincerely and, even, thankfully. That's as the Moon on Saturday (Nov. 9) enters compassionate, forgiving, and creative Pisces. Just don't sacrifice yourself for another, unless you're sure to be appreciated. Come Sunday, Nov. 10, as Moon conjoins restrictive Saturn, we have responsibilities to fulfill.
Then Monday, Nov. 11, Love-goddess Venus leaves enthusiastic, buddy-to-most, travel-bug Sagittarius for the more tradition-loving, somewhat reclusive but with a fine sense of self-deprecating humor, Capricorn. We're into classic cars, classic cinema, classic music even, darker colors, stable unions!
Tuesday, Nov. 12, if you've not done your homework or slipped up on handling responsibilities, you may be dressed-down by a senior citizen or other authority-figure. Mind your manners, especially as the Moon enters spontaneous, speed-loving, direct-as-an-arrow, often rambunctious Aries.
Wednesday and Thursday (Nov. 13-14) have only Moon aspects. Still and all, tomorrow there's a Full Moon, so you may already feel electrifying vibes that are part and parcel of needing to mesh two points of view! And ending this week, Wednesday, ordinarily ruled by Mercury, Moon in thinking-out-of-the-box Aquarius sextiles jolly Jupiter allowing for friends to meet up and exchange greetings, perhaps making plans for the upcoming Thanksgiving!
NOVEMBER 15-21:
Friday, Nov. 15, after 4.5 months (since June 29) of Retrograding, stern-teacher Saturn goes Direct. Known also as the Karmic and Reality (as in facing the truth) planet, Saturn's Retro move might have taught us valuable Life lessons. That's since Saturn is the planet that makes us mature! Dealing with these lessons, not neglecting them, would have been tiresome, time-consuming, and difficult, but necessary. As we now face this change in direction, take time to rest and reflect. Don't just push yourself forward immediately. Realize that the Direct movement at 12.42 degrees Pisces will now bring us the rewards that we deserve...and in time for Thanksgiving and Christmas ;) That's all dependent upon the work that we put into the lessons we needed to learn or relearn.
How apropos that there's a Full Moon on this Nov. 15th day, too, and in the sign of earthy Taurus, while the Sun from mystic, deep-digging and intense Scorpio, opposes the Moon. In general, we've needed to mesh two different points of view/living spaces, etc., that stresses us! At the same time, full moons are always harvest moons, so look for conclusions and results. This time, however, the usually placid, methodical Taurus Moon lands next to Awakener Uranus: expect a sudden Aha! moment or two, for that's the way Uranus provides intuitive messages and/or experiences. Meanwhile, the Sun in Scorpio nears a trine with Dream-planet Neptune in late Pisces (exact Monday, Nov. 18). We're apt to feel inspired in a less sensational way than with Uranus, and wish to help others, visit museums, create something.
Come Saturday, Nov. 16, Sun in Scorpio opposes Uranus, once again reminding us to remain flexible and expect the unexpected. The Moon, now shifts into dual-natured, highly communicative and social Gemini. Then Sunday, Nov. 17, provides us with the time to rest and get our spirits lifted as the Gemini Moon contacts positive and generous Gemini.
Moving on to Monday, Nov. 18, the Sun trines Neptune: many, definitely, will be attuned to messages from the Universe, as well as inclined to use talents to create something special and/or visit museums or cultural sites. Only Messenger Mercury in amiable Sagittarius opposes generous Jupiter in Gemini. It's hard not to believe in the best outcome and the highest good--although facts may show a different picture. Stay grounded. Moon enters other-worldly Pisces, which sets the mood for the upcoming Sagittarius holiday of Thanksgiving on Thursday, Nov. 28. We lean toward feeling forgiving of others.
Then Tuesday, Nov. 19, Pluto, finally, leaves the sign of Capricorn, for Aquarius, a total other "ballgame!" Pluto itself deals with our subconscious needs, desires, fears and the need to transform. In Capricorn since 2008, Pluto here dealt with the top rungs of hierarchy: Big Business, finance, materialism, rules and regulations--exposing faults and transforming them. In Aquarius for the next 40 years, Pluto brings action and transformation to the realm of "every-man and every-woman!" It'll transform technology, including AI, rights of the people (i.e., is there to be more censorship or do we get to keep that freedom) and humanitarian interests. We're about to enter another stage of our development, especially since the last day of March 2025, inspiration-planet Neptune enters pioneering Aries! From here it'll be in tune with the Pluto transformations. Our private lives, too, will face major changes (many already have), along with the changes within one's country, and then, globally, via elections and...wars!
Next day, Wed. Nov. 20, as we prepare for the regular, monthly shift from one Zodiac sign to another (that'll be tomorrow), transiting Moon in commanding, yet highly romantic Leo, joins Action-planet Mars in that dynamic sign. Use energies/vibrations to get things done, while keeping in mind that as Moon joins Mars, our feelings could be enflamed, even hurt, since the Moon rules the public, Mom, and women! Perhaps, instead of a personal experience of conflict, news may reflect some such development.
As we reach Thursday, Nov. 21, Sun enters philosophizing, confident, travel-loving Sagittarius and immediately sextiles Change-agent Pluto. We're ready for a change of venue, a celebratory trip, or other action taken
NOVEMBER 22-30:
Friday, Nov. 22, the Sun yesterday entered the active-initiator sign of Sagittarius, whose ruler is Good-luck planet Jupiter and its domain, the 9th House of higher education, foreign travel and diverse cultures. Furthermore, as a Mutable sign, Sagittarius seldom is stubborn and unwavering. This particular Friday, Love-goddess Venus is in practically-minded Capricorn sextiling the Capricorn-ruler, disciplinarian Saturn in Pisces. With a bit of effort (sextile), we can bring beauty to a corner of our world. As transiting Moon further enters analytic Virgo, we methodically can take steps to make our dreams a reality. These then are the energies we can appropriate for ourselves.
At the beginning of the weekend, on Saturday, Nov. 23, the Virgo Moon opposes that same Saturn, ruling authority figures. Thus, on Saturn's own day (Saturday), comply with what's expected of you. Come Sunday, Nov. 24, the unexpected (Uranus) may bring us a pleasant interlude or we can surprise someone ourselves.
On the beginning of the workweek, Monday, Nov. 25, leading up to Thanksgiving in the USA, Communicator Mercury at 22.38 degrees of "bright-and-bushy-tailed" Sagittarius goes Retrograde, possibly boloxing-up our communication, short trips and public/personal gatherings for the next 3 weeks (until Dec. 15). So, take care, pay attention, and confirm appointments, places, and times.
As we deal with such Mercury irregularities, basically the last five days of a busy and important November are light on planetary aspects--as if to give us breathing space! On Tuesday, Nov. 26, the sociable-Libra Moon sextiles Action-planet Mars in proud Leo: we're able to further plans, possibly for Thanksgiving Day, since the Sagittarius Sun trines Mars activating us in our plans for the holiday and/or the upcoming weekend.
Then come Wednesday and Thursday, Nov. 27-28, this favorable Sun trine Mars aspect becomes exact. Solidify plans, enact them and enjoy! Finally, Friday, Nov. 29, as Moon now in mystic, oh-so-sensuous Scorpio, opposes Uranus, planet-of-the-unexpected, stay flexible and aware. Saturday is a more cheerful day as the Moon enters Sagittarius and trines Mars in Leo...we're apt to take a trip and enjoy nature.
Even though there are sparse aspects these last November days, distant planet aspects still are positive: Awakener Uranus sextiles Creative-Muse Neptune, so the unexpected can bring innovative ideas from the Universe; while inspirational Neptune sextiles an out-of-sign Pluto, just having entered, to stay, in Aquarius! Major changes brought about by Pluto can plug into Dream-planet Neptune's vibrations, deciphering what steps to take next! Congratulations for having weathered a potent month!
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