SOPHISTICATED STARS

Written by Joy Yascone Elms, MA

As we celebrate the birthdays of Capricorn and Aquarius, we also laud the New Year. Like so many of you, I am happy to say, "out with the old and in with the new!" This month, the stars make headlines as Jupiter, the planet of blessings moves from Capricorn into Aquarius on December 19th. Saturn moves into Aquarius on December 16th to stay for a full year! What do your annual stars say? I can't wait to share the good news!

ARIES March 21st – April 19th As a fire sign, you thrive on oxygen, and 2021 will offer you a breath of fresh air. Lucky you, powerful planets Jupiter and Saturn move to the fire-supportive air sign Aquarius, making you feel more vibrant and inspired! This year, Jupiter will grant you the gift of a new and improved social life and at least one or two powerful friendships (the power of which should never be underestimated). You will also thrive in social media and any technology media forum or humanitarian efforts such as a board membership or volunteering. In the realm of love and career, this year, friendships hold the key to VIP introductions.

TAURUS April 20th – May 20th This year is one you have long-awaited, as your career will be super fortunate! Everything you touch will turn to gold, and you'll get accolades and rewards for the work you've been doing for the past 12 years. Where would you like to direct this energy, Taurus? Jupiter, a giver of luck, has not been in this sector of your chart for 12 years, so choose well. Saturn, the planet of discipline and challenges, also moves to this sector of your chart and will reward you as well once he leaves this sector of your chart in 2.5 years. However, Jupiter is the Disney parent who believes you should be gifted with miracles, inspiration, and grace! This year, there will be times you feel opportunities and promotions land in your lap, and times you think you must work extra hard to prove your metal! This year, you'll be gifted with focus, drive, and inspiration to make your dreams a reality!

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GEMINI May 21st – June 20th In 2021 you'll be inspired and gifted with opportunities for expansion and growth in travel, ideas, and education! Have you wanted to study abroad or move to another country? This is the year! If you simply want to travel internationally or learn a foreign language, you are supported there as well. If you have always wanted to go back to school or are looking at graduate programs, you will be divinely gifted by the Universe at this time. Most of your thoughts this year will be geared towards learning and growing. The gifts you're granted this year will assist you in 2022, as you are offered career benefits.

CANCER June 21st – July 22nd This year, Cancer, you'll be gifted with high yields and earnings in investments, sales, venture capital, loans, and grants. Think dream home, investments, and business growth. This cycle only happens once every 12 years, so this year you can create long-term financial security by making wise choices and decisions with the help of the benevolence of the Universe.

LEO July 23rd – August 22nd Leo, this will be such a fortuitous year for you, as the planet of blessings and good fortune graces your house of partnerships and marriage. This is, quite frankly, one of my favorite transits of Jupiter! If you are single, this is the year you can attract a committed relationship that quickly progresses to a formal commitment. If you are already married, Jupiter's placement here will benefit your existing union. Saturn is also moving here for a 2.5-year tour of your house of marriage and partnership. So, Leo, utilize this year with Jupiter in this same sector of your chart to create great partnerships while maintaining a sense of gratitude, as this will yield your best results.

VIRGO August 23rd - September 22nd This year you'll have Jupiter, the planet of blessings, supporting you from your 6th house of fitness, work, and routines. This house is in natural flow for Virgo as the 6th house is the sector Virgo rules over the entire Zodiac. Virgo, if you want to get fit or start a nutrition plan, you could not hope for better stars in 2021! You'll also love your work, and if you're looking for a new role, Jupiter will assist. If you're looking for love, you may meet someone single and right up your alley while working or working out!

LIBRA September 23rd - October 22nd This year gives Venus-governed-Libra romance, love, fun, and inspiring creative projects that will offer a delightful change of pace! This year you'll enjoy a Jupiter transit to your house of love, romance, creativity, and children as Jupiter graces this part of your chart. Suppose the solitude of quarantine in 2020 made you feel a little less free and fun. In that case, you'll love this transit of Jupiter to Aquarius as it will help you to find more romance and enjoyment with your mate, or if single, an exciting relationship. Libra, if you have children, this transit of Jupiter will them thriving. If you hope to have a visit from the stork, this is the year to adopt or receive news that you're expecting. Libra, you may instead choose to adopt a fur baby, delightful! Career-wise, this transit will encourage you to give your creative gifts and projects time and energy, and you'll do just that.

SCORPIO October 23rd - November 21st This year you'll welcome the gifts of real estate, home, and family. You may purchase a new home or completely renovate your current one. This is a year you can and will see improvements in family relations as well. You may decide to organize a family trip or invite an elderly parent to live with you, and this seems to add joy and peace to your life. This transit also signals protection for your family and parents. Scorpio, this year what matters most for you is family. If single, please note that a parent may introduce you or another family member to the love of a lifetime. Career-wise, it's a great year to venture into a family-based business or invest in real estate.

SAGITTARIUS November 22nd December 21st This year life will feel so much lighter and happier with the influence of Jupiter, the planet of blessings in air sign Aquarius. Benevolent Jupiter is moving to your 3rd house ruling contracts, communication, transport, and siblings. All of these areas will offer tremendous blessings for you! Sagittarius, you and your sibling(s) will be a source of hope and joy for one another this year; trust them to make a new introduction for you in love and/or career. You may decide to tackle a project or launch a business together. If so, it may be in media or communications, found in this same house ruled by Mercury. This is also an excellent year to purchase a new car if you so choose.

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CAPRICORN December 22nd -January 19th This will be a year that offers you favors and excitement in your earned income. If you've wanted a raise, now is the time to ask for it. Capricorn, your work should also be a source of happiness as opposed to stress. This year go all-in towards professional dreams and goals and achieve them with the help of Jupiter in this sector of your chart. If single, you may even meet a new love interest while in joyful pursuit of your career goals! 2021 offers much hope for a financial windfall.

AQUARIUS January 20th – February 18th This is your long-awaited golden year, dear Aquarius! As planets Jupiter and Saturn align in Aquarius for the next 12 months, you'll make your most significant and brightest gains in over a decade. Whatever you put your intention and attention to will be rewarded by the presence of Jupiter and Saturn in Aquarius. This cycle happens only once every 12 years, so this is the year to make great strides towards your initiatives and goals!

PISCES February 19th - March 20th This year you'll enjoy Jupiter's presence in your 12th house ruling well-being, spirituality, and secret VIPs. You'll develop a new wellness plan that will bring you much joy in the coming year. You also have special VIP's helping you behind the scenes to help make your dreams a reality this year. These VIPs might angels in the spiritual realm or, figuratively speaking, real-life angels. This is also a great year to take a healing journey that will create well-being for years to come. Book that spa vacation, Pisces!

Sophisticated Stars Astrologist Joy Yascone Elms MA is the author and founder of The Power of Divine Timing; an annual sign by sign guide based on astrological timing helping readers to find and nurture their blessings and starve their challenges! Joy also offers Divine Timing coaching programs that help clients stay accountable to manifesting their goals and dreams based on their personal divine timing. Visit www.thepowerofdivinetiming.com for more info or email Joy at thepowerofdivinetiming@gmail.com.