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Monthly
Horoscope:
MONTHLY OVERVIEW:
Ready to join forces, Libra? April brings relationship opportunities on
both the work and personal front. The Sun is in Aries until the 20th,
your seventh house of partnership. There’s a lot to say “yes” to,
but you can’t take everything on. Careful evaluation is necessary
before you jump into a big commitment. When the Sun enters Taurus on
April 20th, research the finer points of any offers. Taurus rules your
detail-oriented eighth house of joint ventures. Whatever you take on,
plan to be in it for the long haul!
Mercury’s retrograde (backward) spin from April 18-May 11 also helps you look closely before you leap. If your gut is telling you to slow down, perhaps there’s a divine reason. Tune in and you’ll hear it. There may be some past projects to finish or old issues to clear away first. On April 7th, strict Saturn takes a seven-week break from Libra, backing into Virgo for one last visit. While it may feel good to be out of the high-pressure hot seat, you could soon find yourself facing some emotional blocks that you’ve swept under the rug. This is Saturn’s firm push to dismantle these barriers for good. It’s a good time to handle any well-being matters, from scheduling surgery to seeing a therapist.
LOVE & ROMANCE:
It’s an intimate month for you, Libra, a time to take a break from
the hard-driving pace of 2010 and focus on the people closest to you. Your
ruler Venus is in Taurus, your eighth house of marriage, engagement and
deep emotional bonding. A proposal, a renewal of vows, even a pregnancy
could be possible this month, especially at the April 14th Aries new moon.
Some Libras will meet “the One,” and others may simply start
your love life on a clean page, either with a new person or by adopting
new habits with your mate.
Are you glossing over problems? While you prefer to keep things pleasant (conflict ain’t your thing), you can’t sweep issues under the bed, unless you want to create a boogeyman that leaps out to surprise you. There’s no shame in booking a few sessions of couples’ therapy, or in educating yourself about the finer points of intimacy through seminars, self-help books and expert advice. Mercury’s backspin through your eighth house April 18-May 11 is a good time for airing concerns and deepening the trust with your mate through better communication. Old hurts and jealousies need to be released. If you’re holding onto grievances as a means of self-protection, do the emotional work that will allow you to let those go.
MONEY & CAREER:
Are you a slave to your possessions or property? Turn the tide, Libra.
Start making your money work for you. That process begins with clarity.
This month, several planets visit Taurus, your wealth sector. These cosmic
advisors urge you to pay better attention to your spending, earning and
long-term savings—and if you don’t have a plan, make one.
If you’re a business owner, you could be approved for a loan or
a round of financing. Selling property is also possible, though you may
want to pause when Mercury goes retrograde April 18-11, an unfavorable
time to sign contracts.
On April 28th, the Scorpio full moon blasts energy into your work and money sector. A big professional coup is possible, or you may complete a key phase of a project. You may be offered a major-league assignment, but be cautioned: this moon will square off with Mercury and Mars, throwing a loophole into your decisions. For instance, you could land a plum gig, but the hours could cramp your freedom, demanding a bigger time or emotional commitment than you hoped. You may even be asked to relocate for this position, which will have equally weighted pros and cons.
Take a couple weeks to think it through, but don’t let the increased responsibility scare you away. With cautious Saturn meddling in your affairs, old fears are also causing your hesitation. You need to distinguish irrational worries from legitimate concerns. A therapist or coach might help you work through those blocks. Or, you could try a release ritual, like writing down your fears and burning them. It may sound silly and woo-woo, but fire is a purification element, and striking that match might feel surprisingly satisfying.
HEALTH: MIND, BODY & SOUL:
You’re a team player at heart, and if you want results this month,
the buddy system is the way to go. With the Sun in Aries, your partnership
sector, you’ll do well under the guidance of a trainer or by meeting
a fitness-focused friend at the gym each morning. Four biceps are better
than two! The extra support will keep you motivated, and in turn, you’ll
feel more inspired by helping a friend achieve some healthy goals, too.
This system will be especially helpful when Saturn backs into Virgo from April 7-May 31. During this time, your resistance will be mighty, and you’ll be tempted to veer into escapism. Unfortunately, the answers aren’t in a bottle of Cabernet or budget-breaking dinner. Rather than lapse into self-destructive habits, ramp up your self-care. Get enough sleep and tend to your emotional health. A cleanse or juice fast could balance your waning energy. As a bonus, you’ll be purging old self-beliefs along with the toxins in your body.