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Horoscope:GENERAL
There have been easier times to be a Virgo, and we tip our hats to your
perseverance. Taskmaster Saturn has been retrograde (backward) in Virgo
since New Year’s Eve, making life feel like an uphill battle at
times. While it’s a good period to reflect and review your plans,
moving forward isn’t easy. Even Virgos armed with brilliant skills,
amazing ideas and a deep sense of purpose haven’t soared to proper
heights.
Saturn ends its retrograde on May 16th. Until then, there’s a great opportunity for self-development. Who are you? That seems to be the burning question. Rather than define your identity based on accomplishments, titles or connections, Saturn is challenging you to love yourself no matter what. It’s a hard lesson, but one that will last a lifetime.
For the first three weeks of April, the Sun travels through your introspective eighth house. Explore spirituality and the depths of your psyche, and take as much private time as you need. You’ll come out of your shell after the 19th, when the Taurus Sun invites you to travel, discover and learn. Consider taking a short extension course to brush up on a few skills, starting a business or even going back to school.
LOVE & RELATIONSHIPS
Again, Virgo, there have been better days. For starters, love-planet Venus
is retrograde in your eighth house from March 6th-April 17th, causing
bumps in your closest relationships. Retrogrades are low-power cycles
that bring back the unresolved past. Intense old feelings rise to the
surface and your protective armor could go up. You may even be tempted
to engage in illicit or sneaky behavior, like sex with an ex or a dangerous
flirtation. (Virgo singer LeeAnn Rimes made headlines for an affair with
her TV co-star.) On top of that, Pluto goes retrograde in your fifth
house of love from April 4th-September 11th. Pluto rules the unconscious,
so whatever’s still lingering in the shadows of your mind will
come up.
Your own unexamined trust and control issues, brought up by Venus and Pluto, need to be dealt with now. Are you refusing to surrender to love, in all its messy complexity? Virgo, you must learn to open your heart—and even to entrust someone else with the key. From April 12th-24th, Venus dips back into Pisces, your partnership sector. If you’re in a relationship, couple’s therapy has never been a better idea. At the very least, you may need to renegotiate a few terms and assumed agreements. With Mars also here, you may just need to “fight it out” and clear the air. Be brave, bold and assertive in love this month.
CAREER & MONEY
At last—some good news! On April 9th, the Libra full moon brightens
your money sector. It’s a peak moment for job or financial news,
bringing together all that you’ve worked on for the last six months.
With your ruler Mercury in your eighth house of wealth from April 1st-9th,
it’s a good time to profit from real estate, investments and passive
income opportunities. You may even want to sell some assets or pay off
debt. A nice tax refund could come your way. If you’re applying for
a loan, do so before April 19th.
If you’re an entrepreneur, the Taurus new moon on April 25th could inspire you to start a new venture. Have you considered moving abroad or traveling for your job? Even working remotely as a freelancer could give you exciting flexibility. Open your mind to an unconventional career path that lets you set your own schedule and see the world.
HEALTH & FITNESS
It’s time to give your body a Spring cleanout, Virgo. A juice cleanse,
detox or fast can restore your system to fighting shape. During the first
three weeks of April (perhaps right after the holiday feasting), schedule
doctor’s appointments and get any necessary blood tests done. While
you’re at it, find out what your blood type is. You might benefit
from Peter D’Adamo’s Live Right 4 Your Type, a diet
and exercise plan based on the four blood types. Energizer Mars is in Pisces
until April 22nd, making it a great time to exercise with a trainer or
a workout buddy. You’ll get twice the results if you partner up.
When the Sun moves into Taurus for a month on April 19th, the great outdoors calls. As an Earth sign, you benefit greatly from communing with nature, so try hiking, biking, even a white-water rafting trip. Get your hands dirty with a little Spring planting, too. Start a vegetable patch, or gather a few seed packets and a few bags of organic topsoil. If you’re feeling really green, you could even plant medicinal herbs or seasonings like basil, rosemary and oregano. Why not eat straight from your garden this year? Home-cooked meals will also ensure you get the proper nutrients. Shop the local farmer’s market for fresh, locally-grown ingredients.
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