All Signs

If you find yourself being nostalgic for the past throughout the month of October, I hope you take some time to reflect on why that is. Why is the past suddenly looking better than your current situation? There is no right or wrong answer here; each of us is going to have our own very personal response to this question. But what it comes down to is that we’re each going to realize, in our own way, that it’s time to remove the rose-coloured glasses that we view our past with and create space for the idealized (read: trauma response personas) childhood parts of who we are, to grow up. It’s time to settle into our maturity and learn how to make decisions that integrate ALL of Self – all aspects of who we are. It’s time to look to the future while making peace with inner contradictions that were formed out of the need to survive. It’s not going to be easy because integrating those personas means we have to actually listen to them; listen to their pain and their suffering and allow them to heal. October is about letting all our hidden personalities take up space so we can befriend and amalgamate them into who we are now.

ARIES // TAURUS // GEMINI // CANCER // LEO // VIRGO // LIBRA // SCORPIO // SAGITTARIUS // CAPRICORN // AQUARIUS // PISCES

Aries: Mar. 21 to Apr. 19

Welcome to eldership. You have earned it. You have fought your battles, you have struggled, you have pushed yourself enough. What is settling into your bones is a sense of maturity and calm. This month will allow you to be objective about life in a way that you never have before. You’ll have the opportunity to see your life, other people, and worldly situations from a place of compassion, lived experience, and wisdom. And instead of questioning yourself, you’ll finally begin to see that you can just trust this inner perspective and allow yourself to BE in the world from that place. In other words, things that used to bother you, trigger you, or frustrate you will now present as mere blips on your inner radar. There will be no need to engage beyond what is integral and appropriate to do so because you’ll be able to see the whole picture. Now this may take some time, and you will likely have more work to do, but the journey will be so worth it. This growth is going to reward you in so many ways.

Taurus: Apr. 20 to May 20

If you let go of the past, you’ll find it a heck of a lot easier to surf into your future. C’mon, Taurus! Lighten your load. Set yourself free. Take a look within and acknowledge all the people, places, and things that no longer resonate with who you are. Because who you are is constantly changing, and it’s okay to surrender to the inevitable ebb and flow of life. Letting things go doesn’t necessarily mean that you love any less, it can just mean that it’s time to move on, to turn the page and begin next chapter of the story. At the same time, letting go of resentment, anger, and pain creates room in the inner corridors that can be filled with more of who you are now and who you are coming to be. I hope you make a list of everything that you know you need to let go of. Go down to the water’s edge and burn the list and let the tide take it all away. Pay close attention to how your body feels after this little ritual. Is there a sudden lightness to your step? I’m willing to bet there is.

Gemini: May 21 to Jun. 20

Okay, so you took on this grand goal and in the beginning you had gobs enthusiasm and a hefty does of zeal. But lately things have started to shift. This thing that you once were so excited about, believed in so strongly, is now starting to feel like a burden. Maybe things have been a bit slow to come to fruition, maybe you feel like you’re failing, maybe it feels like no one appreciates what you are doing, so there are these negative connotations starting to build around certain tasks and responsibilities and they are making you feel heavy and unmotivated. But this is precisely the time that you need to keep going. If you give up now, you’re giving up on all your effort and hard work and depriving yourself of the joy, pride, and sense of accomplishment you’ll feel once the wheels you’ve set in motion really start to gain traction and the fruits of your labours start to ripen in abundance. So keep going, even if it’s just one baby step at a time.

Cancer: Jun. 21 to Jul. 22

Dictionary.com defines synergy as “the interaction of elements that when combined produce a total effect that is greater than the sum of the individual elements”. This will be especially important for you this month, dear Cancer, as it will be the combination of your personal talents/assets that will allow you to experience growth and prosperity. My suggestion for you is this: when you are faced with challenges or new situations, turn off any negative self-talk or anxiety by tuning into what brings you joy and then applying whatever comes up to the situation at hand. I guarantee that whatever brings you the most joy in each moment will provide the perfect solution to whatever project, problem, or challenge you are faced with. You’ll notice, as you put this into practice, that you have much more to offer the situation than was apparent at first glance, and that by combining your unique and diverse talents, you can accomplish a heck of a lot more than you ever thought possible.

Leo: Jul. 23 to Aug. 22

Shoot for the stars, dear Leo. This month is one of action and doing. Set goals, make lists, be proactive, but most of all keep your true aspirations at the forefront of your mind. Don’t settle. Don’t deviate. Don’t make compromises. What do you want in your heart of hearts? What matters to you? Why are you doing what you are doing? If the answer is anything other than that it lights you up and brings you joy, then you are heading in the wrong direction. Use your charisma and your charm to win others to your cause, and pay attention to the fact that you do, in fact, have resources that you have been gathering for quite some time. These resources may be in the form of money, but more than likely they are in the form of people and connections. The season of setbacks and roadblocks has ended, and it is now the season of reward/harvest. Let go of the belief that things are hard or they aren’t going to work out, and start believing in ease and prosperity. Now is the time, so seize the day.

Virgo: Aug. 23 to Sept. 22

Ok, so you’ve invested all kinds of time and energy into learning, creating community, and gathering resources, but lately its felt like you’ve just been spinning your wheels and getting nowhere. This can be frustrating, I know. However, what if you changed your perspective just a little bit? What if you thought outside the box and went for what you really want? I know, I know, you’ve already convinced yourself it’s not the right time, that you are worthy, or you’re simply not the right fit. But that’s all in your head, my dear. You are putting unnecessary limitations on yourself. You are just as deserving as anyone else and you have the skills and talents required, to boot. So, I suggest that instead of settling for what you consider to be second best, you tell the negative Nelly in your mind to shut up and go after what you really want. The universe is waiting to gift you, so why not let it?

Libra: Sept. 23 to Oct. 22

This month is about letting go of patterns, behaviours, and ideas of who you think you are so that you can fully embrace who you are becoming and find success. This might sound overwhelming, or even scary, but it doesn’t have to be. All that is required is that you own what you want and make the decision to move toward that goal. It’s like that old adage: fake it till you make it. Or pretend intend. The hardest part here is to make the decision. Once you have taken that first step, the rest will get easier, even if it means having conversations you don’t want to have, or getting out of your comfort zone to do things you’re not sure you have the ability to do. This kind of forward movement might even serve as inspiration for others who also struggle with feeling worthy or who are too afraid to move ahead with their goals. This is your month, so put your people skills to work. Create connections, set goals, and mediate your own inner dialogue to find what is true for you.

Scorpio: Oct. 23 to Nov. 21

Self care. Do lots of it. Slow down and find as many ways as possible to nurture your mind, body, and heart. Balance is what you are seeking here. Bringing balance to your life as a whole. In other words, this self care is not about indulgence or the art of escapism, it’s about bringing wholeness to all the places that you feel fragmented, frayed, or just off. Eat healthy foods, move your body around, create a meditation practice, spend time with people who really know how to listen and can offer constructive and heart centred feedback. While others are busy doing this month, you will find yourself pulled to rest, find quiet, create art, and spend time in nature. Try to fight this as little as possible because soon enough the energy will shift and there will be plenty of people and projects fighting for your focus, energy, and time.

Sagittarius: Nov. 22 to Dec. 21

You are already known for being the one who is most likely to think outside the box in any given situation, but this month will require more of this kind of creative approach than normal. So, whenever you are faced with a challenge, whether in terms of love, work, travel, family or money, tap into this superpower. Doing so will help you adapt, make changes, and free up energy so you can strengthen your position, credibility, and resources. Just remember not to become too self absorbed in all this. Keep your heart open and be mindful of the feelings and perspectives of others. Remember the saying: one attracts more flies with honey than with vinegar. Using this tact, your creative and diverse perspective will likely be met with gratitude and enthusiasm, rather than resentment and resistance.

Capricorn: Dec. 22 to Jan. 19

Hexagram 63 in I-Ching (Book of Changes) is called Before Completion. This hexagram signifies a pause, like the moment between an inhale and the inevitable exhale. We often find ourselves in this place after we have expended a lot of energy working toward a goal, i.e.: the end of a semester at university, when we have completed a particularly demanding project, or when our kids leave the nest. It’s important to take advantage of this pause, but also remember that there is still much more life to live. We cannot become complacent. This moment won’t last forever. Just like the phases of the moon, soon your life will begin to wax again, shining a light on the next stretch of road. So, take advantage of this pause and use it to prepare yourself for the next round and the achievements that will follow close behind.

Aquarius: Jan. 20 to Feb. 18

Like a racehorse charging through the start line you are going to feel a surge of energy this month, dear Aquarius. Whatever you are passionate about will be the driving force behind this burst of energy. Let it happen. Hold nothing back. Let yourself be enthusiastic as you throw your whole self into whatever this is. Do research. Be creative. Share your ideas with others and recruit them to your cause. This energy will also be a little bit unpredictable, so you’ll have to make sure to keep hold of the reins. In other words, don’t let yourself get too far off track. Yes, you’ll have a gazillion ideas, but not all of them will be worth pursuing. Make sure you are only going after what you are truly passionate about. Not to worry too much, though. If you do stray, you’ll figure it out in short order as the energy and enthusiasm will quickly wane.

Pisces: Feb. 19 to Mar. 20

How can you continue to rekindle your love for your personal goals and/or projects, dear Pisces? How can you express more love for those things that you are passionate about? Sometimes you get stuck because you trick yourself into thinking its about the “doing”, when it’s really about cultivating joy and showing your love for the things that matter to you, the things that light you up. Allowing space for this kind of love will bring you a much greater sense of fulfilment than just going through the motions of accomplishing your goals. The point is to truly live, right? To experience life in all its fullness? And isn’t that what you want to gift to others? So, with each day in this month of October, I challenge you to find more ways to express love and passion for the things that matter to you. And see what happens.