This will be the dayThat you will hear me sayThat I will never run away
I am here for youLove is meant for twoNow tell me what you're gonna do
If I gave you diamonds and pearlsWould you be a happy boy or a girlIf I could I would give you the worldBut all I can do is just offer you my love
Which one of us is rightIf we always fightWhy can't we just let love decide (let love decide)
Am I the weaker manBecause I understandThat love must be the master plan (love is the master plan)
Prince: Diamonds and Pearls
Happy Mellow-Not Manic, Monday (Did you know Prince wrote that song?). The Moon is in a tryst with Saturn in Sagittarius. Mars is starting to dig his retrograde groove as he saunters back to Scorpio. Mercury is Stationing Retrograde in stubborn and sensual, Taurus. Life feels nostalgic and reflective. We're likely still processing the complex layers of last Friday's Full Moon in Scorpio and the loss of our beloved icon of sacred sexuality and everything right as Purple Rain.
Honey, I know, I knowI know times are changingIt's time we all reach outFor something new, that means you too....
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"If man devotes himself to the instruction of his own unconscious, it can bestow this gift of renewal, so that suddenly life, which has been stale and dull, turns into a rich unending inner adventure, full of creative possibilities--Jungian Dream Analyst: Marie Louise Von Franz
Weekly 25th April to May 1 2016
Aries:
You’re ready to book your next adventure early in the week as travel lust beckons. The Full Moon fever from last week is still reverberating. Don’t jump too soon thought Aries, as another Mercury Retrograde is on deck this Thursday. Double check all itineraries and give yourself extra travel and transition time. If you’re planning to return to a place you’ve been before, you’ll have easier success. Keep a close watch on your finances over the next few weeks. You could easily miss important details or find yourself waiting on delayed checks and payments. Patience was never your virtue but it’s a must for your survival this week.
Taurus:
Look out, Taurus! Another Mercury Retrograde is heading your way in your very own sign in fact. If you’re feeling totally stuck in the mental mud this week, now you know why. It officially arrives on Thursday and will throw you into a backwards loop for weeks. You’ll be getting hit extra hard with Mercury’s usual tricks and treats in the communication department. Don’t take anything personally and double check everything you sign and send. If you need extra time for triple-proofing all of the details, do it. There’s no reason to feel rushed when you know how important it is to retrace all of your steps when chaos ensues.
Gemini:
Get ready for major communication mayhem this week, Gemini. It’s that time again when Mercury goes retrograde yet again to throw life off kilter (plus there are so many other retro planets to boot). You feel this influence more than most as Mercury is your guiding planet. It doesn’t have to be a time of sheer text message fiascos and technological torture. The positive part of this influence is your ability to slow down and see things in a way that you might normally be zipping along in your life too quickly to miss. Your intelligence is razor sharp and you are able to hear and comprehend things in a new way. If misunderstandings abound, take the time to clarify your original intention.
Cancer:
As if all we need is yet another planet going retrograde this month. Alas, Mercury Retrograde is on deck for this Thursday to join the fray. This means that technology and text messaging are a bit of a free for all for the next few weeks. Back things up, check your lists twice and retrace your steps on the daily, Cancer. You are also in the process of rethinking some of your long-term plans and collaborations. If it ain’t broke, don’t fix it. But if it’s been giving you headaches, now is the time to make the revisions or just cut your losses. The gift of the Mercury Retrograde is the ability to slow down, catch your breath and watch your mind.
Leo:
Did someone say Mercury Retrograde? You’re in the midst of rethinking everything right now, Leo. Your career is especially highlighted over the next few weeks. Thursday brings yet another pesky Retrograde phase and this time your professional zone is the target. This means you’ll be reworking and revamping your entire professional image and status. You’ll even be ready to tackle areas of your career where you had been stubbornly clinging to the known and resisting change. It’s time for a total brand makeover over the next few weeks. If you’re not feeing like a superstar, you’re most definitely on the wrong track. No more settling in the comfort zones.
Virgo:
Brace yourself, Virgo as another Mercury Retro is right around the corner. This Thursday marks a new phase of communication craziness. You’re the master at details but this week it’s all too easy for essential pieces of info to totally fall through the cracks. It’s not your fault, everyone else is a bit out of step as well making it hard to stay on top of endless mishaps. This particular Mercury Retrograde will be impacting your world of travel most of all, so if you’re planning any long-distance jaunts over the next few weeks, double check all plans and itineraries to make sure it all lines up. When in doubt have difficult conversations in person and not over email or text message.
Libra:
It’s an understatement to say you’re feeling all kinds of crazy energy in the air this week, Libra. Everyone seems to be losing their minds (and their phones). Mercury Retrograde is in full effect as of Thursday and communication and conversations get messy. The upside to this madness is the potential for radical change and transformation. You are able to see things that were previously hiding out in your blind spot. Once you see what needs a total makeover, the rest is history. If it’s not beautiful and sweet, it probably doesn’t belong in your life. Don’t feel guilty about being the one to cut the connection, especially if it’s become toxic.
Scorpio:
Get set for a week where everything seems to be moving backwards and upside down, Scorpio. Pay special attention to your relationship dynamics and don’t allow simple misunderstandings to escalate to a stubborn showdown. Do you want to be right at the loss of losing someone you love? The upcoming Mercury Retrograde falls in your opposite sign and thus will have heaps to teach you about your “other side.” You value loyalty above all and may feel like your partnerships are put to the test. Give whatever it is you want to get and then give some more. It’s the secret way to magically find the balance, Scorpio.
Sagittarius:
Ready yourself for a week of communication madness on all fronts, Sadge. Don’t be alarmed or take it personally if it feels like a thousand people are rescheduling on you all in the same week. It’s simply par for the chaotic Mercury Retrograde course. This one is hitting your zone of daily rituals, work and health. It’s an excellent time to rethink, revise and re-strategize your daily schedule. If your health is less than stellar, you may also want to rework some of your wellness routines and habits. A change of diet and sleep schedule for maximum grounding is an ideal way to rock this season’s Mercury Retrograde.
Capricorn:
Are you ready for another Mercury Retrograde ride, Capricorn? Just when you thought life couldn’t get any more twisted and backwards, along comes one more planetary influence to rock your world. April is one of the craziest months to be sure but you can’t say it’s lacking in action and adventure. You’ll actually welcome this week’s mental slowdown to get back in touch with the habits and routines you find most calming and grounding. Think of this as a week optimized for stress management and slowing down to a more peaceful pace. Why run yourself ragged just because everyone else think it’s normal to do so?
Aquarius:
Hit the pause button, Aquarius. You are oh-so ready for a major time out from life. You’ve been going at a crazy speed over the past several months and need time to just slow down and process it all. This week’s upcoming Mercury Retrograde at the base of your chart is the perfect excuse to settle down, relax and chill out at the deepest level. You want life simple, sweet and perfectly grounded. If speed or stress are involved, you can pass. A mellow tempo is totally what your soul is screaming for now so don’t ignore the call. You deserve a true break from the nonstop action.
Pisces:
Hang on Pisces, we’re heading for another crazy few weeks of communication testing and confusion. Yes, you can say compliments of yet another Mercury Retrograde as everyone hits the panic button. If you know what you’re in for, you can make the necessary adjustments like limiting your time on the phone, computer and text messaging. Conversations in person are way safer for the next few weeks. If you feel like the other person still isn’t getting you, agree to disagree and revisit the topic in May. Everyone is a bit out of focus and hearing words and meanings through a very stubborn filter now.
