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??? APRIL 2024 Horoscope

March 31st, 2024 Comments off

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This is a time of renewal and awakening as the Sun makes its way through Aries. We’re energized, inspired, and ready to take charge! So throw open the windows and let the fresh air in. On April 8, we experience a powerful Solar Eclipse that opens a potent window for transformation and self-discovery. This is a special time to uncover and rediscover our unique talents and champion our goals with a healthy self-interest. During this time of new beginnings, Mercury is retrograde from April 1 to April 25, throwing unexpected twists our way. Remember it’s best to avoid buying computers, cars, and cellphones during this time. Also, be smart and allow extra time when commuting or travelling as snafus can easily occur. However, we can use this energy to reignite past projects and ideas that have been put on the back burner by revisiting them with a fresh perspective. Also, we will have the determination and enthusiasm to rebuild and take our dreams seriously! Navigate this retrograde window with patience and awareness. Think before acting and communicate with intention and purpose.

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Aries (March 21-April 19)  

It’s your time of year to recharge and have some fun as the Sun moves through your sign, Aries. Celebrate your uniqueness. Honour your strengths. Don’t be afraid to shine brightly! A powerful Solar Eclipse further punctuates this exciting time on April 8 making this a potent window to tune in to your inner values and gain a deeper understanding of what truly matters to you. Personal transformation and breakthroughs are possible now because you have the courage to be vulnerable, recognize your wounds, and push beyond limiting mindsets and attitudes. Remember who you are as an individual. Consider the kind of impact you have on the world around you. Your spirited nature will inspire others, making you a valuable friend and teammate. As Mercury moves through a retrograde until April 25, you can use this time to explore and redefine your identity and your sense of self. Use this period to cultivate a deeper sense of self-acceptance and realign with your deeper needs and aspirations.

Taurus (April 20-May 20)

As we get closer to your birthday season, you’ll naturally find yourself reflecting the experiences of this last year Taurus. As the Sun makes its way through your Twelfth House, you’re invited to explore the hidden side of your nature — your spiritual values, your deeper needs, and your emotional well-being. This can be a beautiful window for self-discovery and personal growth as you shine a light in the darkness, and allow the wisdom from within to guide you. Additionally, a powerful Solar Eclipse on April 8 will amplify this. Closure, healing and letting go are major themes at this time because you’re preparing the ground for new seeds to be planted when the Sun moves into your sign later this month. Mercury moving through a retrograde until April 25 can assist this time of reflection, pushing you to reexamine past experiences and reframe how you see things. (Just be aware that glitches in communications and technology or travel plans can easily occur.) Nonetheless, your intuition can lift you to new heights as you connect with the universe and tune in to your authentic nature.

Gemini (May 21-June 20)

It’s a busy time of year Gemini, and you can feel the shift in the air. The urge to get outside to explore and connect with others is strong. It’s a lovely time to celebrate with friends, colleagues and different groups that make up the fabric of your world because you’re more optimistic about what the future holds, and this inspires the people around you. The Solar Eclipse occurring on April 8 is an auspicious window that brings with it more clarity and flashes of insight. It will activate your humanitarian nature and urge to help others. As you know, even the smallest of gestures can make a difference in someone’s day. Meanwhile, Mercury, your ruler, is retrograde until April 25 — so get ready for some unusual experiences and do your best to go with the flow. Snafus and computer glitches can easily occur, so be patient in your communications. Be smart and double-check dates and times to avoid confusion. This can be a good time to thoughtfully review your long-term goals and aspirations and remind yourself of what you really need.

Cancer (June 21-July 22)

Hello Cancer, Spring has sprung and the Sun is moving across the top of your chart, which makes this a time to focus on your career and your public image. You will also zero in on plans for your future, and your role in the broader community. Your ambition is aroused and you’re in a courageous frame of mind.  This is further amplified by the Solar Eclipse occurring on April 8 casting a major spotlight on where you’re at in life and where you want to take things. People who are younger or less experienced than you might come to you seeking knowledge and advice. It’s a time to demonstrate your leadership abilities and tap into your accumulated wisdom to assist those around you. Mercury is moving retrograde during this time, so remain on top of communications and action items to confusion, which will easily occur. Double-check dates and don’t be shy about reconfirming or asking questions. You can use this time to review your professional goals and revamp your approach. It’s an excellent time to plough through unfinished business to make a clear slate for new growth to take root.

Leo (July 23-Aug. 22)

As the Sun moves through your fellow Fire sign, your optimism is activated. You’re eager to expand your knowledge of the world around you, in order to learn, grow and engage with others. In fact, educational pursuits are favoured, as are research and study because you’re focused and determined. The Solar Eclipse occurring on April 8 will highlight specific areas of interest that align with your deeper sense of purpose. You might encounter a mentor or a guide who brings new insights to your world that can impact your life in a powerful and lasting way. These people will appear in various forms, from a professional advisor to a spiritual guru, someone from another country or even a friend from a background different from your own. Conversely, it can mean you’re the one to share your precious knowledge at the right time and place with someone who needs to hear it. Mercury is also retrograde this month (until April 25), so it’s important to double-check appointments, and allow extra time when travelling. Nonetheless, remain open to thought-provoking experiences that promote personal development and your overall well-being.

Virgo (Aug. 23-Sept. 22)

Can you feel the power of renewal moving through you? The Sun is activating your Eighth House of the mysteries of life, death, and rebirth. Themes related to power, intimate exchanges, introspection and transformation are in store for you this month. You might crave some alone time so you can explore the depths of your psyche, and open up to spiritual renewal and emotional healing. A potent window will open during the time of the Solar Eclipse on April 8, helping you to tune in to the deeper undercurrents of life and what lies beneath the surface. In addition, Mercury is retrograde this month until April 25, and this can assist you as you rethink and reframe your past experiences. Be patient with yourself and others because miscommunications will occur, especially when it comes to matters of the heart. Be gentle with yourself and others, because transformation and healing can be intense. It’s OK if you find yourself questioning or reevaluating aspects of your life, it’s all part of the process.

Libra (Sept. 23-Oct. 22)

This month the Sun is moving opposite your sign shining a light on the key relationships in your life, personally and professionally. You’re encouraged to look closely at the way you relate to others and how they regard you. The Solar Eclipse occurring on April 8 opens a potent window for self-reflection where you can see the emotional patterns at work. Honour the delicate balance of give and take and ask yourself, are you giving as much as you’re receiving and vice versa? At this stage in your life, what do you need from others and what are you prepared to give? It’s helpful to look at things from the perspective of others and consider the influence you have on the people around you. Mending fences and reconciliation can happen now. Mercury is retrograde until April 25 so be extra clear in all your communications to avoid any confusion. Let those you value know how much you appreciate them. Don’t be shy. Reach out and let them know you’ve been thinking of them.

Scorpio (Oct. 23-Nov. 21)

As the Sun moves through your Sixth House, it shines a spotlight on the day-to-day routines in your life, and helps to illuminate a path to improve your health, efficiency, and overall well-being. Habits and routines in both your professional and personal life can be sculpted to better support your needs. The Solar Eclipse occurring on April 8 creates an auspicious time for healing and renewal. Carve out some time for reflection so you can tune in to your deeper self and what your body needs. What are the practices that nourish you physically, mentally and emotionally so you can feel strong and productive? What areas of your life need adjustment so you can balance your personal needs and your professional output? The ruler of the Sixth House, Mercury is moving retrograde until April 25 so be patient with yourself and others. Remember that lasting change takes time. Be sure to double-check communications and allow extra time when commuting to deal with delays and snafus. This is an excellent time to reinstitute eating habits and exercise regimes that you know have worked for you in the past.

Sagittarius (Nov. 22-Dec. 21)

As the Sun moves through your fellow Fire sign, your Fifth House is activated, bringing with it a sense of joy, optimism, increased energy and creative output. You will easily connect with your childlike nature, explore your passions, and open your heart to the beauty around you. Mercury is retrograde until April 25, and while this can throw some snafus and delays into the best-laid plans, it can also help you back to get in touch with your artistic nature and reconnect with the hobbies and activities that bring you delight. It’s a good time to return to old projects and creative ideas that have been on hold and breathe some fresh life into them! Take a beat and listen to what your heart needs to say. Have you been neglecting some aspects of your life that bring you joy? On a romantic note, past loves might reappear offering a chance to resolve unfinished business, or perhaps to reignite the embers once again. Those already in a relationship will have an opportunity to revitalize their connection to each other through affection, play and mutual appreciation.

Capricorn (Dec. 22-Jan. 19) 

As the Sun moves across the base of your chart, it highlights the Basic foundations in your life: what makes you feel rooted and what nourishes you. As the saying goes, “We reside at our address, but we live in our hearts.” It’s time to reconnect with your inner child, as well as your family (genetic and chosen) and the comforts that life has to offer. This month we also have Mercury moving retrograde until April 25, and this creates an interesting mix. It’s best to avoid the purchase of cars, computers, and cell phones and be extra patient as snafus and delays are likely. However, it’s an excellent time to breathe some fresh life into your living spaces and redecorate or reorganize things so that your home feels like a replenishing place that provides comfort and security. The Solar Eclipse on April 8 opens an auspicious window for powerful healing to occur. Deep-rooted patterns that no longer serve you can be transformed — allowing space for growth and a stronger sense of self.

Aquarius (Jan. 20-Feb. 18)

As the Sun moves through your Third House, you’re eager to connect with the world around you and engage with others who pique your interest. Stimulating experiences and fresh perspectives are on the menu. More to it, the ruler of this house, Mercury is moving retrograde until April 25 adding a little more spice to your daily interactions. It’s good to be extra patient with others due to delays and snafus that will easily occur. Don’t be shy about asking questions to clarify information, and ensure that everyone’s on the same page since communication glitches are likely. It’s best to avoid major purchases of cars, computers and cell phones until Mercury retrograde is over. Nonetheless, it’s an excellent time to reconnect with friends and colleagues from your past, and get the gang back together again. When the Solar Eclipse occurs on April 8, an auspicious window is opened! Your mental clarity will be heightened, and you’ll find you can research subjects of interest with gusto and enthusiasm. It’s an excellent time for creative writing and thinking outside the box.

Pisces (Feb. 19-March 20)

The Sun’s warm rays are shining on your Second House of wealth and resources, Pisces. This highlights themes related to your investments, budgets, security and also your values about wealth. Since Mercury is retrograde until April 25, this is a poor time to invest in vehicles, computers, cell phones and major appliances. Nonetheless, you can utilize this time to reexamine your financial goals and reassess your current strategies. It’s also a good time to reflect on your self-worth and what you value about yourself. Does your spending align with your personal values? Do your possessions bring you joy and satisfaction?  The Solar Eclipse occurring on April 8 is an auspicious opportunity for you to shed long-held beliefs or patterns about wealth and abundance that have blocked you from connecting with your authentic nature and your true value. It’s a powerful time for healing, personal growth, nurturing your talents and building on your self-esteem. You can easily cultivate a healthy mindset of gratitude and recognize the abundance that exists in your life.

Much warmth and well wishes!

   Kelly ♡

Kelly O Benson
Consulting Astrologer
(She/Her)

kellyobenson@gmail.com
www.kellybenson.ca

With respect and gratitude, I acknowledge that I live and work on the unceded, traditional, and ancestral territory of the Coast Salish peoples — the  xʷməθkʷəy̓əm (Musqueam), Selilwitulh (Tsleil-waututh) and Sḵwx̱wú7mesh (Squamish) nations.

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