The thrilling weekend finally comes to an end and a busy week is ahead so let’s see what stars have stored in for you in Your weekly Astro prediction by the World renowned Astro writer Joanne Madeline Moore.
Horoscope (April 17, 2017- April 23, 2017)
Mercury retrogrades back into your sign, from Thursday until May 3. Therefore it’s not an appropriate week to expedite tasks, initiate ideas or plough ahead with personal projects. Instead, use the time wisely to revise, research and review. Don’t rush Rams. Be patient. Pace yourself and move ahead slowly in stages. So your motto for the moment is from birthday great, financier J. P. Morgan “Go as far as you can see. When you get there, you’ll be able to see further.”
TAURUS [April 21-May 21]
Thank goodness Venus [your ruling planet] is now moving forwards again. So a delayed dream, a financial problem or a challenging group situation should gradually start to improve. But a close relationship will still be frustrating, as Saturn squares Venus on Friday. Trying to fix things by charging in like a wounded Bull will only make matters worse. This week you need to do your best to be decisive and diplomatic at the same time – which is an interesting juggle!
GEMINI [May 22-June 21]
Twins can expect a week that’s even more schizophrenic than usual! Venus is moving forwards [yeah!] but your ruler Mercury is still in retrograde mode [boo!]. On Thursday Mercury retrogrades from your privacy zone into your networking zone [boo!] and then Mars charges into your sign on Friday [yeah!] So it will be a very stop/start kind of week. Definitely one step forwards and then two steps back. So you’ll have to be super patient … not one of your natural attributes.
CANCER [June 22-July 23]
Cautious Crabs – you need to be firm and down-to-earth when dealing with a fractious friend or a frustrating work colleague this week. Don’t waste time side-stepping around issues. If things start to resemble a soap opera, re-state your case clearly and calmly, and then move on. A professional [or educational] project may have to be reviewed, revised – or even completely re-done. Don’t get into a stew worrying and complaining. Just put your head down and get on with it.
LEO [July 24-Aug 23]
A child or teenager requires extra attention and guidance, as Saturn challenges you to be more of an authority figure and less of a ‘friend.’ And Saturn also throws a wet blanket over relationships on Friday when warm displays of affection are out, to be replaced by cool criticism. Don’t let it curb your confidence or stop you from doing what you want to do. Be inspired by fellow Leo, the original celebrity chef Julia Child “The only real stumbling block is fear of failure.”
VIRGO [Aug 24-Sep 23]
Venus is now moving forwards so a troubled relationship should start to improve. Although real progress won’t be made until you both learn a valuable lesson [courtesy of Saturn] on Friday. Make sure you learn quickly, and then you can move on. And Mercury [your power planet] is still retrograde [until May 3] so you’ll still have to work hard to communicate clearly and avoid confusion. When it comes to a financial partnership, double-check all the fine details.
LIBRA [Sep 24-Oct 23]
This week your self-esteem will be a bit shaky, as Saturn squares Venus. So steer clear of criticism [in person and online]; avoid letting negative self-talk drag you down, and stop worrying about all the qualities you perceive you don’t have. Be your Number One fan! Confidence is the rocket fuel that will take you anywhere you want to go. As birthday entrepreneur, Victoria Beckham says “If you haven’t got it, fake it.” So your motto for the moment is “Fake it until you make it.”
SCORPIO [Oct 24-Nov 22]
Expect a major reality check this week Scorpio, when you realise you’ve been viewing a person [or situation] through decidedly rose-coloured glasses. By the end of the week, you’ll have changed your mind about a friend, lover, colleague or important issue. A close relationship or business partnership will be tested on Friday. But then love, lust or loot should gradually improve when [courtesy of mighty Mars] your sexual or financial mojo comes bounding back in spades!
SAGITTARIUS [Nov 23-Dec 21]
Sagittarians can be self-indulgent, as you enjoy the good times and go out of your way to avoid hard work. But with serious Saturn moving slowly through your sign [and squaring Venus on Friday] it’s time to accept extra responsibilities with a smile as you show others what you are really capable of. When it comes to a frustrating family problem, things will gradually improve if you choose diplomacy over drama, encouragement over criticism, and acceptance over judgement.
CAPRICORN [Dec 22-Jan 20]
Many Capricorns will feel mighty crabby this week! Expect some serious discussions with work colleagues or loved ones. You’re not in the mood to be diplomatic, and others will be surprised by the intensity of your feelings [and your reluctance to compromise]. But you may have to give a little in order to get a lot. Try not to be a carping critic! And avoid becoming bogged down in negatives. On the weekend, do your best to kick up your Goat heels and have some fun.
AQUARIUS [Jan 21-Feb 19]
Money matters finally get back on track again, as Venus powers forwards through your finance zone. But a friend or work colleague may continue to criticise your efforts, as hidden tensions bubble to the surface on Friday. Try to be diplomatic and take it in your stride. Social media could also be a minefield over the next two weeks, as Mercury reverses through your communication zone. So be very careful that you don’t send the wrong message to the wrong person!
PISCES [Feb 20-March 20]
Having a positive attitude is certainly to be encouraged. But make sure you’re not adopting a ‘Pisces Pollyanna approach’ by putting your head in the sand and just avoiding real problems in your life. It’s time for Fish to face facts! And this week there is no substitute for rolling up your sleeves and getting to work. So your motto for the moment is from designer Victoria Beckham [born on April 17] “I believe that if you work hard enough, then you can achieve a lot.”
About The Author
Joanne Madeline Moore has a special connection with India, as her grandfather was born in Lucknow. She has been a professional astrologer and writer for over 20 years. Her horoscope columns are currently published in over 40 newspapers and magazines [and on websites] in Canada, England, Japan, India, Malaysia, Indonesia, South Africa, Australia, New Zealand and the South Pacific. You can also read her daily, weekly and yearly horoscopes [and her astrology blog] on her website at www.BohoAstro.com