General Daily Insight for January 17, 2020
Communication can be confusing today as messenger Mercury forms a fateful connection with self-directive Mars. We may be upset with someone for behaving intellectually pushy. But we might misinterpret what is said, while Mercury creates a stressful aspect to nebulous Neptune by telling a different story — one that isn’t necessarily tied to the truth. We could lose patience over unresolved issues once the Moon enters fixed Scorpio at 1:20 pm EST.
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Aries
March 21-April 19
An attitude of gratitude allows you to push past your fears. Certain things seem to matter a lot today, but strong emotions confuse your judgment. For example, you might assume that having cash on hand should increase your confidence. You may believe that being in a relationship means emotional security. Or you could mistakenly think that owning an insurance policy prevents potential loss. However, if you’re easily jostled when you encounter just a little trouble, your priorities may be out of whack. At the heart of everything tangible is your faith in something intangible that needs to be nourished.
Taurus
April 20-May 20
Paradoxically, feeding your ego to strengthen it weakens you. Naturally, deciding a course of action informed by positive thinking rather than worry produces a better outcome. Fear leads to self-sabotage, not self-confidence. There’s no reason to waste energy hatching an elaborate scheme to avoid asking a colleague or friend for help. If you can’t risk a rebuff from trusted allies, it may be time to reevaluate your current support network. Respect isn’t just reserved for other people; you must honor your own vulnerability in order to become empowered. Singer Sade wrote, “Love is stronger than pride.”
Gemini
May 21-June 20
Your bark is bigger than your bite. Your opinions could inadvertently rub others the wrong way, possibly turning a conversation into a verbal warfare. Taking frequent breaks is one way to cool your excitable temper before it reaches the boiling point. Avoid the temptation to rely on social identifiers such as your title, gender, or age when making your point. Don’t let anyone goad you into making swift decisions. Instead, let your thoughts wander away from those topics that are creating pressure — and then return to them once refreshed. Bryant McGill wrote, “Your calm mind is the ultimate weapon against your challenges.”
Cancer
June 21-July 22
Your intuition is the peacemaker between the warring rational and irrational aspects of your psyche. You may lament that some people are being outrageous with their demands and the expression of their feelings today. However, you might be keeping your own desires and frustrations under wraps because you’re not entirely sure of what you want. Your yearnings pull you one way while your passions pull you another. Let your muted joy spring forth unencumbered to lead the way. President Abraham Lincoln said, “Most people are about as happy as they make up their minds to be.”
Leo
July 23-August 22
There may be so much on your plate now that there’s little time left over for relaxation. Nevertheless, you may seek quieter and cozier spaces once the Moon slips into your 4th House of Emotional Security. Embrace whatever solitude you can now, since this is just a temporary lull in the storm. Although the chaos won’t likely subside, you still can set well-defined boundaries. Self-determination requires you to take action, even if it only means to turn your phone off and rest. Dr. Carl Jung wrote, “I am not what happened to me; I am what I choose to become.”
Virgo
August 23-September 22
Speaking your piece today can help to bring about peace. The piercing Scorpio Moon in your 3rd House of Communication fuels your passionate honesty, but so much depends on how you deliver your message. You may want to talk about sensitive topics you avoided voicing in the recent past, but you might be justified in your fear of coming off sounding too judgmental. Avoid unnecessary complications by asking the person if they wish to hear your thoughts. Once you have permission, state what’s on your mind as succinctly as possible. Bill Gates said, “We all need people who will give us feedback. That’s how we improve.”
Libra
September 23-October 22
Explore the relationship between efficiency and effectiveness today. You might be inclined to take the easy way out of a complex situation. But you could reach a critical point when you realize you must be fully committed to the outcome you desire. If you want to change your current financial trajectory, start demanding more of yourself. Increase your savings by tightening your spending habits or augmenting your income. Reexamining your level of satisfaction reveals how you can gain additional value. Vincent van Gogh wrote, “It is looking at things for a long time that ripens you and gives you a deeper meaning.”
Scorpio
October 23-November 21
You might feel as if too many people know your business now, motivating you to be even more protective of your personal life. Nevertheless, you still want to be a positive force for change for anyone who needs it. Be encouraging without being aggressive. However, you’re bound to receive pushback if you are motivated by anger, and could spend the entire day battling people’s defensiveness. Ironically, you can accomplish more once you let down your guard. It’s easier to be an inspiration when you’re not keeping secrets from everyone else. Your vulnerability acts as a beacon of kindness and hope.
Sagittarius
November 22-December 21
Managing intense emotions can be risky unless you filter them for your audience. Be careful that your mouth doesn’t race too far ahead of your brain or you will spend time trying to unsay what’s been said. You could unintentionally put people on edge while the prickly Scorpio Moon opposes volatile Uranus. Your reckless behavior can be enough to set off fireworks today, but stretching your mind as far as possible is still a good idea. Untangle snarled or stalled projects. Sometimes, speed allows your insight and intuition to sidestep your ego’s red tape. Focus on the solution and not the problem. Be your own hero.
Capricorn
December 22-January 19
Details matter most when stating your intentions today. Aim carefully, plan cautiously, and practice your routine because there is little room for error now. Be precise with your words and actions. Use the best tool for each job; you want as much working in your favor as possible now. Of course, it requires extra effort and emotional control to make your dreams come true. But the time and discipline that goes into preparing your message propels you on your journey to success. Lao Tzu wrote, “Nature does not hurry, yet everything is accomplished.”
Aquarius
January 20-February 18
Sometimes, a little confusion can act as a catalyst that changes everything. You might be stuck between two options now, yet not satisfied with either course of action. Naturally, you could initially pass on the prospect of having yet another possibility to investigate. However, this additional choice may get things moving again by helping you to see your priorities in a fresh light. Ironically, this unexpected idea could actually make everyone happy, especially yourself. Wandering down unexplored paths leads to undiscovered treasures.
Pisces
February 19-March 20
Separating fact from fiction can be tough at times. It’s nice to stroll down Memory Lane, but don’t get lost along the way. Looking over old photos or even reaching out to an old flame seems like a natural thing to do with so much nostalgia lingering in the air. However, it may be unsettling to discover that your mental recollections are very different from the present circumstances while surreal Neptune connects with trickster Mercury in your 12th House of Fantasy. Your perceptions color your reality. Author Katherine Anne Porter wrote, “The past is never where you think you left it.”
