Week of 11.23.15
KAT'S WEEKLY OVERVIEW FOR NOVEMBER 23
Monday, Monday, Can’t Trust that Day
The Moon is Void Monday morning, so give yourself extra time to get to work and hold off on scheduling important meetings or appointments until 11:26a, when the Moon enters earthy, grounded Taurus, (through 8:25p Tuesday). We tend to downshift into a moseying gait when the Moon is in this placid sign, which I think is a nice way to ease into any week. But if that’s too boring for you, you’ll be interested to know that Monday holds a wildcard, in the form of amorous Venus and unpredictable Uranus getting down and flirty. Translation: expect the unexpected in the realm of romance, as Uranus creates truth or dare challenges. Feelings can run hot and cold, and back again. You could get a text, out of the blue, from the one that got away, or you might suddenly realize you’re attracted to a long-time friend or colleague. Pssst! Should you get involved with a coworker, you might want to keep it on the q.t., at least until you know where it’s going. These days, you never know if an office romance will wind up as a courtship or a court case.
The Many Faces of the Gemini Full Moon
A Full Moon is the high-water mark of every month, a time of exhilaration and volatility. In the days before and following it, emotions run high and feelings run the gamut from ecstasy to lunacy. Lunacy seems more likely this time around because the Moon is pulling in static from harsh Saturn and delusional Neptune. Usually, a Gemini Full Moon will find us brimming with sentimental feelings and a strong urge to express them. You could, for instance, find yourself having a teary, heart to heart with your best friend or apologizing to your brother for stealing his boyfriend. But this time around, you’re more likely to be ducking the plate of mashed potatoes Trump-loving Uncle Henry threw across the table because someone (I won’t mention any names) called The Donald an a-hole. Suffice to say, it’s best to avoid politics or any other volatile subjects this Thanksgiving. Also, beware the over share. You could end up saying/texting/sexting things you’ll regret. If you absolutely must unburden yourself, do it on Snapchat.
Saturn vs. Neptune, Round 1
What can you expect when realistic Saturn squares off with idealistic Neptune? Nothing short of a collision between your dreams and your reality. Thursday features the first of three rounds between these two opposing forces. This initial bout sets the stage and the issues it brings up will be revisited throughout next year. (Rematches occur 6/17/16 and 9/10/16). When Saturn lands a punch, it can crush our dreams and fill us with doubts, fear and foreboding. When Neptune connects, it blurs our vision, clouds our minds and dissolves our sense of self. On the positive side, Neptune can provide the creativity and imagination to inspire our vision while Saturn provides the structure and discipline to sustain it. The more conscious we can become about the potentials and pitfalls of these two planets, the better chance we have to experience the positive side of these energies. Just know that brokering a compromise between these two is a delicate balancing act that requires great patience. There are no short-cuts or short-term solutions on Saturn’s watch and no self-serving or self-aggrandizing aspirations under Neptune’s. During this period, it’s best to take small, realistic steps and work slowly and steadily toward your vision. This will help stave off the disillusionment and disappointment that runs rampant with these two energies. Yes, it’s a challenging transit, but the good news is the Cosmos is giving us plenty of time to learn the ropes!
Black Friday Shopping Alert!
The Moon will be Void from 10:35p Thanksgiving night through Friday at 2:27p—smack in the middle of those super sales. When it comes to buying large-ticket items, Void Moons are similar to Mercury Retrograde, so the same caveat applies: Save your receipts, make sure the item is fully refundable and watch out for those pointless and punitive restocking fees. Of course, some of these sales will be completely nonrefundable, so do think twice before making those type of purchases during the Void.
Traveler's Advisory
Outsmart the pesky Void Moons that threaten to foul up your travel plans this week by checking the AstroCast. As you can see from the week-at-a-glance forecast above, the Moon will be Void Wednesday until 12:15p, then Thursday from 10:35p thru 2:26p Friday, and again Sunday from 7:46a to 7:46p. If you’re on the move during any of these times, double-check schedules and reservations and give yourself extra time to get where you’re going. If you're driving, have an analog back-up, aka a multifold paper map (remember those?), should your digital devices go on the fritz.
WEEKEND FORECAST
Cozy. Mostly. The Moon will be in Cancer, Friday evening and all day Saturday. In case you didn't get enough family time during Thanksgiving, the homey Cancer Moon offers you a chance for more. But for those who’ve had their fill of family for now, the sign of the crab invites you to withdraw into your shell and chill. Whether that means sleeping in, streaming old movies or having your family of choice over for T’Day leftovers, Cancer’s nurturing vibe will give you a chance to hit the reset button. This comfy, low-key vibe carries over through Sunday, as the Moon will be Void until 7:46p. That should give you plenty of time to rest up for the fiery extroverted energy of Leo which follows.