BitchScopes for the week of April 12th

There is a definite emphasis on communication this week! Mercury is everywhere, touching and talking to most of the planets in some way, as well as some of the asteroids. The other emphasis is on our goals for the future, our “fate”, the vision we have for ourselves, and how our committed partnerships fit in to and nourish those visions. Mars is active this week too, so our desires and drives are strong. And the other planet showing up more than usual is my favorite girl, Eris. There is such a huge stellium of Aries planets: Sun, Eris, Ceres, Chiron, Venus, Mercury...Your sense of self, your ego, and your will are front and center. Be aware of how your ego expresses itself. And as these planets move into Taurus this week, the shift is likely to be palpable. If you feel tired as these shifts happen, well...when in Taurus, do as the Tauruses do...lie on the couch and luxuriate until you realize how fabulous you are. The shift from doing to having is going to be a jolt. Make sure you are spending your money practically and planning for the future...and you can do that while you lie on the couch, right?

April 13

• Sun sextile Mars - boost in self-confidence as well as physical vitality
• Mars sextile Eris - Mars empowers Eris to do what she does - shake things up
• Sun conjunct Eris - the Sun gives great strength to Eris to draw her line in the sand, and Eris gives our ego the ball
• Mars opposite Juno - conflicts in committed relationships
• Sun trine Juno - committed relationships are strengthened

April 14

• Venus enters Taurus - love takes on a more sensual vibe
• Mercury conjunct Ceres - expressing care and nurturing

April 15

• Sun sextile Jupiter - optimism and good luck

April 16

• Sun square Pluto - issues with power, ego, and control
• Mercury conjunct Eris - expression of your rebellion or declaration of “war”
• Mars trine Jupiter - desire to win and succeed
• Mercury trine Juno - good communication with partner

April 17

• Mercury sextile Jupiter - pleasant discussion, communicating good news
• Mercury sextile Mars - sense of purpose is strengthened
• Mercury square Pluto - deep thinking and intense discussion
• Mars quincunx Pluto - strong ambition but power struggles

April 18

• Sun conjunct Mercury - focus on communication

April 19

• Mercury enters Taurus - decision making and communication takes on a slow and deliberateness; stubbornness
• Sun enters Taurus - Taurus quality of stability, practicality will be respected during this time
• Pallas square North Node - vision for our future, plans solidify for our goals

ARIES - Watch your boundaries this week, and don’t let anyone talk you in to something that your intuition doesn’t agree with, particularly around money. The movement of planets into Taurus activates your 2nd house of earned money, and that shift of energy out of your house of identity will be felt by you. Currently in Aries: Eris, Ceres, Chiron, Sun, Mercury, Venus. As of Monday the 19th: The Sun, Mercury and Venus will have joined Uranus in Taurus. It could be a lucrative period for you, but lean into the practicality of Taurus and don’t be lured into something foolish.


TAURUS - You should feel some relief from the heaviness as the planets move out of your 12th house and into your 1st house of self, in your own sign. You will feel a tug on your sense of identity. If you happen to bump into an old friend, you could experience some healing and validation about things that happened in the past, and give validation to that same sense of identity. Apart from that chance encounter, you may be put in a position to have to compromise a point that you know you are right about but the other party just won’t let it go. Compromise is not your strongest skill, but if your intuition isn’t screaming about the importance of this issue, let it go.


GEMINI - As the planets slowly trickle out of your solar 11th house of friends, which you love, and into the 12th, you could feel a little sad and isolated, much like you have during Covid. But this is a great time to fulfill promises made to yourself, and take out the garbage in your unconscious mind. Meditation can be very helpful to you to do this work until the Sun is in your sign. Mars is still in your sign for another week or so. Save money and plan ahead for a possible increase in expenses when Mars moves into Cancer. Stay in touch with your self and your thoughts as we build to your birthday season.


CANCER - Your career and professional pursuits should be going pretty splendidly, or they will really soon. You have a lot of planetary energy on your side in matters of business! As the planets slide into your 11th house of friendships and dreams, you will feel optimistic and supported. Stay grounded and be practical. Watch your schedule carefully because you are prone to overbooking yourself, especially in this upcoming energy.


LEO - The current stellium of Aries lands in your solar 9th house, so you may be going stir crazy. The movement into your 10th house isn’t going to offer you much excitement personally, but it does offer you a period of fabulous potential for your career pursuits. Keep an eye on your schedule so you can adapt to situations that might arise as April winds down (how are we talking about the end of April?!) Make sure you are giving proper time and attention to your home life and your family/partner. Because while business may be on the upswing, you don’t want your home life to be neglected.


VIRGO - If you have been feeling the intensity, or have been a bit intense yourself, you will soon feel some relief. The Aries stellium hits your solar 8th house, and that is a lot of energy in a deep placement. You may feel gloomy, or even overly passionate. But as the planets move into Taurus, you will start to feel more optimistic and like thinking about something other than your deep dark secrets. If you’ve been raking yourself over the coals about a goal you didn’t make, ease up. You didn’t do it wrong. At the beginning of next week, good news could arrive and boost your entire outlook.


LIBRA - Personal relationships and intimacy should be going smoothly, or they will be really soon. It will be easier to connect with your partner on a deeper level, and a long standing disagreement may actually reach a closing point! You are entering a period where the resources you share are sort of under the microscope. Openness and sharing with your partner are key as you figure out how to navigate a new (positive) era, both financially and emotionally.


SCORPIO - Good news! Your boredom will be coming to an end! All that mundane, everyday bullshit will be moving out over the next couple months and will stay that way for a good while. As the planets move into your 7th house, relationships will come to you more easily, and existing relationships (even business) will flow much better. You will start to feel more empowered and optimistic.


SAGITTARIUS - Things are about to get a bit more real, probably a bit more interesting. Your every day routine is up for some changes. Gather your creative energy and bring it with you. You are a prime target for positive recognition for a skill you’ve had and never really done much with until now. This recognition will infuse you with a fire to pursue things more seriously. Enjoy! You’ve earned this!


CAPRICORN - Your work life/routine may open up and come to life for the first time in a long time. Communication with people you’ve worked with is likely to improve and you may actually feel a little ruffled by the uptick in energy in this area of your life. You are more than ready to get back out there and be all Capricorny and conquer all the things. The energy is building for you to do that. Pace yourself!


AQUARIUS - You will probably want to shave your legs and put some nice sheets on your bed. Not for sexy time, but for some good ol’ cocooning. Your brain is tired, you may be burned out and fatigued from trying to communicate with people who, as usual, don’t seem to understand you. Snuggle up and give yourself this time. Your family will be pulling on you and you will still be busy, but give yourself permission to be a home body for a bit.


PISCES - Your finances could get a boost before the planets slide into your 3rd solar house. A friend of a friend, or someone behind the scenes may select you for a project, giving you a much needed boost. There will be a good amount of paperwork and phone calls, but the fun stuff will show up around June. Don’t give up...you really are close to a breakthrough of pretty significant proportions!

Hey, Bud...

 

As is clear from the long list of transits this week, there’s a lot going on! The majority of this week’s aspects are trines and sextiles, which are positive and harmonious. There are a few aspects that serve as a wrench in the works, but overall, this week is very much on your side. All of this culminates in YET ANOTHER opportunity for a fresh start and new beginning. The Universe has already given us several bold and shining chances to get our shit together and manifest what we want and it's only April! Every new moon is such an opportunity, and we have one of those this week. It’s abundant potential is increased by the fact that it is in Aries. So while the Equinox kicks off the astrological new year, this first Aries new moon is the real benchmark.

What seems to be happening here is many chances to figure out what it is we want. Usually that is a process, not a lighting strike. The Universe is absolutely conspiring in your favor, giving you all sorts of chances to get in alignment with the best outcomes for you.

Some of us feel frustrated by the lack of results after a lot of hard work over the last year or 2. The garden WILL grow!

For over a year I have felt that April 2021 was the turning point when life would speed up, things would fall into place, blockages would dissolve or move, and progress will begin in a big way. Now that we are IN April, I feel like time is moving so fast! I guess I got accustomed to the slow pace of the Pandemic. About halfway through March, something lit a fire under me and I started doing all kinds of Spring Cleaning, creative crafts and organizing projects. Now both of my kids have the option to go back to school, more things are opening, and life has just taken on a majorly Aries vibe...DO DO DO!!

This new moon will not be your last chance to get it right. Life is always working out for us. But it definitely IS a process. So this week, be aware of your feelings. Check in with yourself daily. Listen to your intuition and then use all that information to manifest during this new moon. This is a great time to start new projects or really get them going. And if you still feel stalled in the coming weeks, don’t lose faith or hope. There are plenty of opportunities coming!! There always are. Because like any crop or garden, the growing conditions, the weather, the soil, the water, the PH...so many things need to work together. You are the bud.

“And the day came when the risk to remain tight in a bud was more painful than the risk it took to blossom.”
Anaïs Nin

April 5

• Jupiter sextile Eris - opportunity for growth as a result of upsets, or, the escalation of upsets

April 6

• Venus sextile Mars - great socializing vibes, strong romance aspect
• Uranus sextile Pallas - flashes of genius, problem solving, pattern recognition, tech problems solved

April 7

• Sun conjunct Ceres - you are a source of inspiration and nurturing

April 8

• Mercury quincunx Vesta - possible confrontations and misunderstandings in your workplace
• Pallas conjunct Lilith - your intuition and your will create a strong strategy for advancement. Don’t let your feminine Darth Vader run amok, however.

April 9

• Saturn trine North Node - you are ready to do the work to advance your career
• Mars square Neptune - a battle against delusion. You may be distracted by gossip, drama, deceit.
• Mercury conjunct Chiron - desire to share/communicate about your wounds or healing journey, or things you feel insecure about
• Eris trine Juno - overcompensating for insecurity in committed relationships
• Venus trine Juno - cooperation in relationships
• Venus conjunct Eris - determined to win others over

April 10

• Venus sextile Jupiter - positive, happy, optimistic energy
• Mercury sextile North Node - boosts mental intellect and offers potential uses within your calling
• Mercury sextile Saturn - clear thinking and good jugdgement
• Mercury trine Juno - harmonious conversations with your partner

April 11

• Venus square Pluto - intense feelings can complicate a situation or relationship
• New Moon in Aries Sun conjuncts Moon in Aries. Some astrologers call this the actual beginning of the New Year. Yes the Spring Equinox kicks it off, but the first Aires New Moon is fantastic for starting something new, planting the seeds, taking action. Don’t overthink...just DO IT!

ARIES - What may be holding you back from reaching your goals or highest potential right now is quite simply guilt. Guilt is like shackles. Guilt is to the body what injury is to the body. So set aside some time to be with yourself and try to work through and release whatever this is regarding. This is your moon and your time to take off and fly high. Utilize this new moon to either clear your guilt or plant intentions for success, or both!

TAURUS - With a stack of planets in your solar 12th house, it is time for you to do some hard shadow work and examine the ways you have held yourself back because you were overwhelmed. Guilt about lack of achievement or success that someone else begrudges you may also have held you back. Don’t keep yourself small to make others comfortable. Aim high and use this moon to help you set intentions for a clear conscience.

GEMINI - Don’t let fear of competition keep you from trying. You have likely spent time overthinking the situation and your options, to the point that you don’t know what your options are anymore. The moon and sun and a stack of planets are in your 11th house of hopes and dreams, so step up to the plate and take your shot!

CANCER - There looks to be a bit of discord somewhere in your life, and with this many planets in Aries, its likely your solar 10th house of career . It has really weighed on you and made you feel disheartened or defeated. Someone, career related or otherwise, has built a cute little box for you to get in, with nice labels on it and your name in fancy writing like you like. You still don’t have to get in it. Use this new moon to set intentions for how to better handle this from an empowered place rather than a people pleasing place.

LEO - Looks to me like love is in the air around you. Your obstacle may be your tired ego. If you’ve convinced yourself that it just won’t happen, or that no one will measure up, use this moon to upgrade your thoughts. Be realistic about your list of what you want this person to be and let go of some of the partner traits that haven’t worked out that you thought you really wanted. Focus on how you want this person to make you feel. The person I am seeing is stable and responsible and mature. Congrats to you!

VIRGO - Feel stuck? I feel it for you as well. You’ve been pushing and trying to force something that just ins’t taking root. This moon falls in your solar 8th house and that can be very deep. Intimacy requires you to be intimate with yourself. Having someone else appreciate you means you need to also appreciate yourself. You get the idea? Do the deep work required by this moon and then lean back and receive and quit pushing.

LIBRA - Changes are afoot that could put you in a leadership, training, or teaching position. You might be excited but also terrified, and that’s perfectly OK. Let your 3rd chakra (solar plexus) shine and radiate the amazing person you are and you’ll be fine. Change is inevitable, and it is always unnerving. But this is good, so lean into it!

SCORPIO - I feel the union of a strong nurturing woman and a stable, generous man. This could be in any part of your life, except that this pile up of Aries planets is in your 6th house of routine, which makes me think this is a job, change in work environment, or something to do with your healthcare. Either way, you will need to do a little work to be ready to receive this. If you have bitterness and resentment about a past situation in this area of your life, you need to find a way to cathart and release that. Use this moon to set new, healthy intentions.

SAGITTARIUS - If the pieces aren’t falling in to place, perhaps it is time to change the pieces. I do see a delay or you walking away from something that wasn’t working and pursuing things from a different angle (Because this is in your solar 5th house, this could be about your older children as well, but it affects you in some way.) Financially speaking, make the choice that resonates with your heart, or your creative side, because the money will come once you’ve aligned yourself.

CAPRICORN - This pile up of Aries planets falls in your solar 4th house of home and family, opposing your natural 10th house. While there may be some forgiveness and release necessary in regards to something in your family, it is also time you examined how you have contributed to this issue. There is also a possibility that you have given your family life too much of yourself and it is time you went out there and shone like the badass you are. Own your greatness, as well as your flaws.

AQUARIUS - Even though you are used to being the odd ball, you can experience rejection like anyone else. If you’ve become frustrated because something hasn’t quite materialized yet...it is coming. But it is critical that you own your actions and stop blaming other people for the things that haven’t worked out. You are a fixed sign and stubbornness can get in your way. This moon falls in your 3rd house of communication. Plant seeds for an open mind, less judgement, and better dialogue with your people.

PISCES - Your first/root chakra is up for some work, and it particularly pertains to money. If you can free yourself of the fear of not having (which is way easier said than done), you will find a greater flow in the direction of your life. Better flow means equal giving and receiving though. So if you are bound up in the giving department (financially), you can expect that to reflect in the receiving too. Use this moon in your 2nd house of income to free yourself of the crippling fear of losing stability.

Healing as a means of progressing toward your goals

I'm keeping the overview here short and sweet: 

One theme I am noticing in the transits of this week is that of established intimate relationships and the security that they can enjoy when they are healthy. There’s  a continuation of the theme of finding your path, adjusting your trajectory, and healing as a means of moving forward. The Universe is asking us to really examine our hearts desires about our future, but the heart must also be healed in order to allow the GPS to work properly.

So this week, get some rest and soak up some of the healing energy offered.

Take care of yourself and your loved ones. Open yourself up to healing old wounds. Let’s get to it…

March 29

• Mercury conjunct Neptune - dreamier thinking, meditation, interest in mysteries and art and imagination.

• Sun quincunx Vesta - potholes on your path are illuminated; adjustments to the goals you hold as sacred

• Sun conjunct Chiron - Progress with healing; wounds can be illuminated and thereby healed

March 30

• Venus sextile Saturn - love and relationships take on a more serious/responsible tone

March 31

• Sun sextile Saturn - serious work ethic; the path forward and what is required may become illuminated

• Venus sextile North Node - attracts positive influences to your moving forward on your path

• Mercury square Juno - understanding and communication needed in marriage or close relationships, disagreements are possible

April 2

• Mercury sextile Pluto -thinking and communication can feel or be intense

• Pallas opposite Vesta - you plan(s) and your passion(s) may be out of balance

April 3

• Venus conjunct Ceres - intimate relationships are nurtured and secure

April 4

• Mercury enters Aries - fast thinking and decision making, action oriented thinking

• Jupiter sextile Juno - acceptance and openness in intimate relationships

April 5

• Jupiter sextile Eris - opportunity for growth as a result of upsets, or, the escalation of upsets

ARIES - Touch in with your friends this week. In doing so, you may find that someone is struggling with their identity, or you may say something that triggers them because they are having a hard time fitting in to some box they think they need to fit into. But before you fly into advice mode, think before you speak and be extra compassionate. Most of the zodiac are feeling soft and squishy and you’re straight forward approach might inadvertently hurt someone. Take care of boring, mundane tasks at home as soon as possible or they are going to fall off your list and then you’ll be mad at yourself.


TAURUS - It's time to put yourself out there a bit in terms of your work. Particularly if you do something related to the 3rd house (communications, writing etc.) You’ve put this off for a long time but you have what it takes so get to it. You are a very nurturing partner, particularly this week. Be careful though that you don’t absorb someone else’s drama and trauma. Boundaries are important, even in love.


GEMINI - There’s a lot of information available to you this week. You love information, but you might feel a little overwhelmed. Stop and get still for a little while. For some that means meditation, for others it means physical exertion. Whatever quiets your brain a bit is what you need to do. The decision you need to make will feel much clearer after you’ve quieted your mind. If asked to keep a secret this week...please do.


CANCER - A recent interaction with a colleague or friend may have left you scratching your head and wondering if they are pissed at you. They aren’t, but it wouldn’t hurt to try to re-establish a more typical and happy dialogue with them. You may feel sensitive about all of your friendships and close relationships this week, maybe wondering if you are aligned. Rather than take action about any of these things, cathart via art or writing to get clear on how you really feel.


LEO - You need to give yourself permission to rest this week. You may be busy catching up on things that you procrastinated, but you can still only do so much in a day. Your energy may swing from high to low, so listen to your body and give it what it needs. If you need a place to focus all that “doing” energy, focus on your financial or business stuff.


VIRGO - This current energy has your name all over it. You may find plenty of people around you ready to give you some support, and you may find yourself needed by someone close as well. You love to help others, but can sometimes resist help for yourself. Seek balance in that this week. Give advice when asked for it, but also be willing to receive it when it shows up too...even if it's from an unusual source..


LIBRA - A friend or someone you work with could be in a mood that is making you want to burn a bridge. We both know you can’t even light a match to burn a bridge, but before you do say something too harsh, consider the fact that the person is speaking out of a wounded place. You don’t have to take their shit, but you don’t need to fire them as a friend either. You are highly thought of and it will show in the coming weeks.


SCORPIO - Love is on your mind, and it really wants to come out of your mouth this week. It may have you feeling restless and antsy. Relax...you’ve got this. Anything you put effort into right now is going to have good results, including relationships. Your anxiety may surface in your dream life, but don’t over analyze. Give yourself some peace and just acknowledge the fears and bajiggityness...then it will fade.


SAGITTARIUS - Help is at hand! The right people with the right connections are coming to help you reach your goals. You may find yourself enjoying a level of success that you’ve been missing for a long time. Don’t forget about your friendships during this time of “highs”. They’ve been there for you during the “lows” and they need your support too.


CAPRICORN - A personal relationship that went sideways or ended in a way that chapped your ass a bit may show up again and offer some perspective. The actual person may not physically show up in your life, and they may not even call or text. But the energetics of the situation will be at the front of your mind. Open yourself to the healing process. Your business plans and ambitions are poised to do very well in the coming weeks and months. Make sure your finances are organized...you’ll be glad you did.


AQUARIUS - old connections can yield great new results. An unexpected interaction with someone may re-infuse you with hope and excitement about your plans that have been in the works. If you’ve been discouraged and questioning whether to move ahead, you can find validation this week. There is support for your dreams! On the other hand, if someone pisses you off this week, hold your tongue and put away your matches.


PISCES - If you need inspiration for business or financial plans, you may unexpectedly find it in nature. Maybe it isn’t that unexpected, since you are ruled by Neptune. At any rate, the artistic expressions that you allow to flow out of you can help guide you to some answers about things much more mundane. Let the love flow in your home and with the people closest to you. Everyone needs it right now, and you could use some in return as well.