November Horoscopes

Astrology - November 2005

Written by Phoebe Forsythe

Thursday, 3 November 2005

Check out what November has in store for you with Phoebe Forsythe's Horoscopes!

Aries

Still reeling from the eclipses of last month? They may have caused chaos in your relationships or domestic set-up. Jupiter and the sun, currently in Scorpio, may have set this off - issues around power, sex or money may have reared their ugly heads. Your ruler, Mars will also make a negative aspect to the Sun around the 7^th so if possible, avoid choosing this as the day to have that ‘chat’ – it might all end in tears. If you can’t, then be prepared to listen and compromise – a hard-nosed approach won’t get any results. With Mars travelling backwards in Taurus, it is important to realise that nothing will be accomplished overnight.

Venus in Sagittarius since last month may have been making you feel restless. However, after the 6^th, she moves into earthy Capricorn, forcing you to be more realistic. These steadier energies will give you the space and time to sort through things before making final decisions. Her aspect to Mars on the 17^th makes for a good day to initiate reconciliations.

If you do get caught up in dramas, or have neglected practicalities, Mercury retrograde around the 14^th will give you a chance to rectify any rash actions, rethink decisions or to say sorry once you’ve cooled down. 

Try to be patient - this is not the month to force situations. You’re better off waiting until December when cosmic energies will be working more in your favour.

Taurus

Ssssss! Taurus you’re on fire! The New Moon in Scorpio on the 2^nd is infusing you with a sexy, mysterious and passionate intensity. You could be a big hit with the opposite sex, so book a romantic date with your sweetie - the sparks are guaranteed to fly later – enjoy! Single? If there has been someone you’ve admired for a while, this is the night to reel them in – you’re irresistible right now!  With the Sun and Jupiter currently also in Scorpio emphasising 7^th house matters the focus seems to fall sharply on partnership (business and pleasure) matters. If a relationship has been weighing you down, use Scorpio’s probing energy to get the bottom of it, preferably before the 14^th when Mercury retrogrades, causing static in your dealings with others. If you choose not to, miscommunication, coupled with high octane emotions, could bring things to an explosive head around the Taurus Full Moon on the 16^th or the 7^th when Mars and the Sun oppose each other, making sparks fly. Fortunately, you will have Venus on your side from the 6^th making positive aspects to jovial Jupiter on the 8^th so use this more benevolent and calming energy to your advantage early in the month if you want matters to remain civilised.

If by mid-month you feel ready to throw in the towel, take heart - from the 16^th when Mars and Mercury will both be retrograde, the pace should slacken. With events in slow motion you’ll have the time you need (and insist on) to examine things in-depth and make sensible decisions.

Gemini

Venus, planet of romance and creativity is in Sagittarius until 6^th – use this last-minute energy to stake your claim in love or give you the momentum you need to finish a creative endeavour. After the 14^th when your ruling planet retrogrades, progress might start to move backwards or others get cold feet, so sort out any nagging partnership issues now and save yourself the hassle of misunderstandings cropping up later. 

From the 7th, the spotlight will fall firmly on work, health and lifestyle issues. With four planets moving into your sixth house, including the New Moon on the 2^nd, new opportunities and possibly promotions could be in the pipeline. Use your rising confidence and new-found personal authority to make suggestions for improvements to the boss – your sale pitch will hit the mark! Worried about piling on those pounds over the festive season?  Now is a good time to kick start a fitness regime or weight loss programme - as they say, prevention is better than cure! Or maybe just hit the shops and get a few nice outfits for your autumn wardrobe. Make sure you do so before the 14^th or you may just end up with a whole lot of stuff you don’t need. You may also find yourself experiencing a bout of ‘foot in mouth’ disease, especially around the 7^th and 18^th when planetary turbulence could force your hand. Try instead to channel your enthusiasm into action – unfortunately, Gemini, you won’t find it that easy to talk yourself out of any holes you might dig for yourself around now. So that by the 27^th you’re ready to welcome some surprise news at work.

Cancer

Cancers should welcome the New Moon in Scorpio on the 2^nd which could make for a steamy finish to a romantic evening out. Single Cancers should get out and about - this could be the night to meet someone new and special. Other good date nights include the 17^th when Venus and Mars form a magical triangle in the sky and the 27^th when Uranus and Jupiter conspire to bring you heart-warming news. 

Since the end of last month, you’ve had Jupiter, the planet of luck and expansion, orbiting your fifth house of children, creativity and new romances – bringing luck and success to creative projects, expanding your social circle and ushering in a fabulous time for new love. There is a foreign aspect to Jupiter too so it could mean travelling for pleasure or meeting a lover with a foreign connection. 

Jupiter’s emphasis on children together with a full moon in the 12^th house of confinement makes me think that for some of you, there may be a baby on the way. If you are expecting, the 14^th could be the night your little bundle of joy arrives…

Around the Full Moon in Taurus, you may feel a bit moody or emotional so it is probably best to stay in and use the time to de-stress, play soothing music and have some down-time. Take care around the 7^th and 18^th when the Sun makes harsh aspects to Mars and Saturn – there could be fireworks so keep your head down and out of arguments. Mercury will certainly slow the pace down from the 16^th so make the most of the cooler evenings and chilled atmosphere by having your favourite people round for cosy dinners.

Leo

The Sun and Jupiter in Scorpio are shining on your 4^th sector of lifestyle and household affairs right now and will be joined by a New Moon in Scorpio on the 2^nd. It seems you have domestic matters to attend to. It may be necessary for you to take the lead in family affairs, especially decisions involving finances. Alternatively, Leos may be thinking of moving, working from home or setting up a domestic enterprise - not a bad idea though Saturn will force you to do your research and leave nothing to chance. Failing that, maybe you’ll decide to throw a Halloween party or purchase new furniture. It is also good news for those who are tiring of their current surroundings and for Leos thinking of co-habiting with a partner.   

One day you may want to look out for is the 7^th when the sun and Mars clash making for tension, disagreements and potential conflicts with others. Both planets are packed full of fiery energy which could be used to your advantage, particularly if you are working up the courage to tell off an inferior or stand up to a bully boss. Be absolutely sure of your convictions though before taking a “me first” stance - you need to be prepared to deal with the resentment that may come along with it. A full moon in Taurus just over a week later on the 16^th may bring about an emotional ‘make or break’ decision, possibly related to these earlier events – if you have been meaning to make a change, do so now and without regret. Once the exciting, unexpected and possibly life-changing events of the 22^nd and 27^th unfold, you’ll see why you were right to do so.

Virgo

Venus moves into the friendlier earth sign of Capricorn early in the month which should improve family relations or domestic situations and give your love life a boost. If you’re looking for love, this is the time to be sociable so make a few calls and head into town around the 5^th for a great night out. Any business activities related to the arts will thrive now too, as will creative pursuits. The new Moon in Scorpio on the 2^nd may have brought useful contacts your way, perhaps through a sibling. Together with Jupiter in the same sign, new avenues may open up for you now so take people up on their offers and dial the numbers on those business cards! If you are looking for a lucky day to have a meeting or go on a date, try the 8^th when Venus and Jupiter make lovers benevolent and potential clients open to what you have to say. Whatever you do, don’t make it the 7^th when a Sun-Mars opposition creates volatile and challenging circumstances.  The 17^th or 27^th are also good, though their energy will be diluted somewhat by your ruling planet, Mercury, which goes retrograde from the 14^th. However well discussions may initially go, try to delay signing anything - you may develop second thoughts or need to iron out some details first.  In the second half of the month, you’re better off concentrating on romance – the full Moon in Taurus on the 16^th could see sparks fly so clear your schedule!

Libra

After a year’s stay in your sign, Jupiter, planet of expansion and travel moves to neighbouring Scorpio from where it will exert an influence on your income and lifestyle. Your fortunes look set to change for the better and with it, your financial outlook. But don’t let your new-found optimism make you overly extravagant - whilst your bank balance stands to multiply, make sure you don’t spend the cash before you’ve earned it! Jupiter has a tendency to make people overly generous and indulgent so use those Libran scales to keep the books balanced! Instead, use the cash wisely to put plans into action – over the last twelve months, Jupiter has helped you to think big so it would be a shame, now that you have the means, not to make a go of it. Aiding you in any new money-making ventures are the Sun and new Moon, both in Scorpio on the 2^nd.

Venus, your ruler, and Uranus, planet of surprise developments, both make friendly aspects to Jupiter on the 8^th and 27^th so it looks like you have plenty to smile about. However, trying to sort out the practicalities after the 14^th may be tricky – Mercury moving backwards in your 3^rd house makes for muddy thinking, mix-ups and logistical hiccups. A blast from the past may also shake things up so don’t finalise anything just yet.

Love-wise, try not to get into any power struggles or arguments about sex or money on the 7^th - things may not turn out quite the way you’d like. From the 5^th, love gets more serious but also more stable. Enjoying cosy nights in or going out for a meal are the perfect ways to get the most out of this earthier energy.

Scorpio

This is your birthday month Scorpio and you have much to celebrate. After having a bit of a time of it over the last few years, you can finally breathe out – your luck is about to change for the better. The new Moon on the 2^nd in your sign signals the beginning of a fresh period of expansion and progress for you, thanks to Jupiter, now touring your first house of identity and self-expression. You may have noticed a change in your attitude since the end of last month - perhaps you are feeling more self-confident, more benevolent and optimistic about the future. You should be – Jupiter’s year long stay in Scorpio means big things are in store. However, don’t be surprised if you get off to a bumpy start – Mars, currently in your opposite sign of Taurus, is moving backwards, slowing progress and creating friction, especially on the 7^th. and the 18^th.      

Don’t be despondent – having experienced some tough times over the last few years, you probably doubt that circumstances will ever improve. They will but just not necessarily in the way you expect.

On the romance front, around the Full Moon in Taurus on the 16^th things could get steamy – nothing a sultry Scorpio can’t handle! Romance may also become more relaxed and durable from the 5^th - no bad thing as you have probably had your fill of drama over the last few years and could do with something more stable. However, avoid arguments on the 7^th - you may say something you’ll regret.

After the 14^th find time to review your financial history and hold off signing any legal documents until the 5^th of next month.

Sagittarius

This month things are liable to get a bit more serious. Jupiter, your ruling sign, moved into your 12^th house of introspection and hidden matters last month for a stay of twelve months.  He was joined by the Sun on the 23^rd and will also get a brief visit from the new moon on the 2^nd. After a flurry of social or club-based pursuits, you may suddenly find yourself wanting to be alone with your thoughts. This is no bad thing – it gives you time to take stock and deepen your outlook. You’re quite a philosophical soul and get a great deal of satisfaction from contemplating the more weighty issues in life.  A week-end retreat or meditation course would go down well now, as would any involvement with cultural institutions or voluntary work.

Perhaps all this scurrying about may have been a way of avoiding a situation you would rather forget about. This tactic is unlikely to work for much longer, especially after the 14^th when Mercury retrogrades in your sign, bringing past issues back into your life and demanding resolution. That aside, it may simply be time to work through any doubts you may have about the future - important stuff and worth taking the time to consider.

Venus will also be changing signs around the 5^th putting the emphasis on values, money and lifestyle - more things to consider and re-evaluate.  Your old cheerful mood may return temporarily on the 8^th when Venus makes you feel sociable and romantic. Activities a music concert, religious art or celebrations of nature are sure to move and inspire you now.

See November as a kind of winter period where all unnecessary obstacles are cleared to make way for the new possibilities of spring. After the 22^nd when the sun enters your sign, you will feel a turning point after which your life stands to change dramatically. The 27^th has Uranus giving you a glimpse of what may be to come as surprise developments take place.

Capricorn

Venus, planet of love, moves into your sign on the 5^th, bringing romance into focus. She will be helped by a full Moon and Mars, both in Taurus, in your 5^th house of love affairs, signalling that it may be time to stop being such a workaholic and get romantic. Good planetary configurations on the 8^th may see room temperatures rise as single goats find themselves drawn to a sophisticated stranger.

With Mercury retrograde from the 14^th an old lover may make a comeback or you may simply start to wonder about a current lover. Don’t make any firm decisions until after the 4^th of Dec when the planet goes forward again, as communication may be unclear and thinking confused. Don’t be tempted to make rash pronouncements around the 7^th, when the sun and Mars get into a bit of a scuffle. The same goes for the 17^th when a harsh aspect between Mars and your ruling planet Saturn can cause frustration and power struggles. Try to avoid being pinned down or giving answers now, as you may regret the choices you make later.

The new moon on the 2^nd sees you thrown into unfamiliar territory. Try to be open to any group situations or friendly individuals – you may find you learn a lot from this person or have a very good learning experience. With Jupiter in Scorpio from the 25^th of October for a full year, the collective theme seems set to continue. Broaden your horizons and make new connections by joining a club or society or participating in activities with a party of friends. From the 22^nd, just as the sun enters Sagittarius, Saturn, your ruling planet, goes retrograde, which may slow you down or inhibit you somewhat. Take things slowly, especially if you feel vulnerable. However, try not to let fear paralyse you from taking important risks.

On the 27^th Jupiter and Uranus trine in water signs, which should put you back in touch with your feelings. Solutions to the emotional decisions you struggled with earlier in the month may suddenly become clear.

Aquarius

Since January 2004 you’ve felt the influence of watery Pisces on your emotions, amplifying your feelings and deepening your compassion for the suffering of others. Whilst this has helped to balance out your overly-intellectual approach, it can also make you more sensitive. Currently, Uranus is travelling backwards, weakening your intentions and dissipating your energies. Mars, currently in your sector of home and family, is also retrograde, making progress slow and frustrating. On top of that the sun, moon and Jupiter are all congregating in your sector of career and ambitions, threatening to shake things up. Take each day as it comes and be strong, Aquarius - this rocky period will not last forever. Things should start to slow down around the 14^th when Mercury, also in Scorpio, goes retrograde. You may actually welcome the delays and slower pace it brings as this gives you time to catch your breath. Try to roll with the punches and be philosophical – everything usually happens for a reason – even if it at first it isn’t remotely apparent!...

On the love front, you’ve had Saturn in your sector of partnerships and marriage since mid July, adding a serious, somewhat inhibited overtone to your relationships or attitude to them. Not entirely a bad thing as you have been known to be a bit fickle in the past! Now, with Venus entering Capricorn on the 5^th take the time to review any habits and subconscious tendencies that may affect your relationships. It could be that things you weren’t even aware of are contributing to partnership problems. If you don’t have any, perhaps it is simply time for a little down-time – relationships often benefit from both parties spending time apart, so don’t be afraid to ask for some ‘me time’ if you need it. You will get some temporary reprieve on the 17^th when Venus and Mars meet in a heavenly trine, creating marvellous energy for lovers everywhere. On the whole though, Saturn and Mercury will be forcing you to think carefully and act responsibly - or else learn lessons the hard way.

From around the Taurus Full Moon on the 16^th Uranus will start to move forwards again and you should feel your strength and personal power seeping back. Things continue to improve as the sun edges closer to Sagittarius, which it reaches on the 22^nd. Fortune once again seems to favour you on the 27^th when Jupiter and Uranus make a friendly angle with each other. After a tough month, surprises abound and you luck will once again be on your side.

 Pisces

With four planets lined up in Scorpio this month, you seem set to travel to new and far-flung corners of the world. Alternatively, you may be signing up for a new course of study or getting involved in publishing, cultural or spiritual pursuits. Whatever it is, the New Moon on the 2^nd seems to spark it all off, breathing fresh air into this area of your life.

By the full moon on the 16^th you seem fit to burst with ideas, insights and creative energy. Put these to good use – you never know where they may lead – possibly added income or even a new career direction. Venus in Capricorn from the 5^th suggests that you should look to your friends or technology now - they may be able to offer the support and infrastructure you need to get a dream off the ground. This is especially true around the 8^th when Venus and Jupiter encourage stimulating encounters with charming individuals.  The energies of 7^th though, may be somewhat fraught so be sure not to get your dates mixed up!

 The 17^th holds the promise of romance and sexy fun while the 18^th might see an old quarrel resurface. Try to do the right thing and avoid rows that may otherwise simmer for months. On the 27^th Uranus and Jupiter give you a glimpse of what exciting things the future may have in store for you. Reach for the stars – the skies really are the limit.

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