What’s in your stars? Aries
20th March-20th April You’re sometimes observed as hostile, angry and competitive, probably because your ruling planet is Mars, god of war. True, you’ll always fight your corner, but at the same time you’re also courageous, dynamic and energetic – and you’ve certainly needed those qualities in the past 12 months. All change now, so I’ll be first to wish you a Happy New Year!
Cancer
21st June-23rd July Relationships are the focus of a new moon in Capricorn on 2nd January and a full moon in Cancer on 17th. It’s not how you start but how you finish that makes the difference. February, when the snowdrops push their way through winter’s dead wood, is a marvellous trine between Jupiter and the Sun, ensuring creative expression will flower for you too!
Libra
23rd September-22nd October Valentine’s Day indicates decisions. Will you, won’t you? – that’s a simple version of its meaning. It evolved in the 18th century as a celebration of love but St Valentine was in fact executed on 14th February – not very loving! Mars in Capricorn in February heightens romantic challenges. Look to the patterns of your past to make the right choice!
Capricorn
21st December-20th January The New Year starts with a new moon in Capricorn – so what do you secretly wish for? Emotionally you’re rather reserved, however this lunar phase is asking you to show your feelings more and let out the love child within! Heard the saying: ‘What goes around comes around’? Reveal how deeply you feel and a similar message might come back!
Taurus
20th April-21st May Astrology’s diverse gods and goddesses help to articulate mannerisms and functions in life that the intellect cannot fully comprehend. Your ruling planet (goddess) is Venus, which equates to your love of beauty and the senses. January sees Venus retrograde and you going back over old ground, but February brings a new direction, especially within your love life.
Leo
23rd July-23rd August Legend has it that standing stones have the power to move on New Year’s Day. Hmm, I wouldn’t want to see part of Stonehenge coming toward me! You, however, would just roar and let it pass – nothing much fazes you. Something that will leave you standing, though, is time and you must strive to manage it much better this year.
Scorpio
23rd October-22nd November Folklore records that to dance around a tree on New Year’s Day brings health, wealth and happiness all year. That’s just too easy – especially for you who often battles for any one of those. However, Jupiter in Pisces this year is in marvellous angle to Scorpio, offering opportunities to reach out to new horizons for rewarding experiences. Take that, it’s progress!
Aquarius
20th January-19th February Auroras are streams of light in the upper atmosphere of Earth’s polar regions, caused when electrons from the Sun leak through the layers of charged subatomic particles that surround Earth, hence all the colours of the aurora borealis. Your cosmic colour is white, relating to independence, which is what you need to express now in order to initiate change.
Gemini
21st May-21st June Jupiter moving into Pisces for 12 months is in awkward angle for you to navigate and could undo the progress you’ve made. Astrological advice is don’t go overboard or overextend yourself. Find precisely where you are and what your real needs are to take advantage of this transit. Knowing how much you can handle is the trick to avoid those pitfalls.
Virgo
23rd August-23rd September Since this is the time for resolutions may I suggest one for you? Be less argumentative! You sometimes think you have all the answers and now a turning point has arrived and gives you the chance to see things from both sides. It’s a good place to be and saves so much energy, which is a bonus for someone as health-conscious as you!
Sagittarius
22nd November-21st December Last year has finally departed, in with the New! For the clown of the zodiac you’ve been lacking humour of late – you’ve had your reasons, though. Working with positives, the energy of Saturn is productive now. Care and attention to commitments and honouring responsibilities will be recognised by those who count. You know who they are.
Pisces
19th February-20th March The morning star or planet Venus resides in Capricorn throughout the first two months of 2022. For a romantic Piscean this means either a more serious look at romance or a serious love affair is waiting in the wings. Whichever it is, it’s certainly the start of promising developments as the year unfolds. Thank your lucky star!
Gloria Mans studied astrology and astronomy over an intensive two-year period at the Faculty of Astrological Studies in London 27 years ago. She has since written for many publications, appeared numerous times on television and has an impressive client list. The legendary Fay Weldon calls her “magic” and BBC icon Valerie Singleton calls her “sensitive”. You can reach her at starglow@pc-q.net or via her website, www.gloriamans.com 126 SHIRE MAGAZINE | January/February 2022
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