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Astro4Business Week – March 8

Mar 7

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Phases of the Moon, as seen from the Northern Hemisphere. The Southern hemisphere will see a mirror image of this phase. (Source:Wikipedia)

Phases of the Moon, as seen from the Northern Hemisphere. The Southern hemisphere will see a mirror image of this phase. (Source:Wikipedia)

Hello, everyone.

This week is active, hot, and combustible until the weekend when things calm down.  Venus gets involved in the Saturn/Pluto square and she can be a fierce fighter herself.  Adding Venus to the mix of these two battling titans, plus Mars turning direct, will make for a volatile few days.

Tuesday

On Tuesday, the stand-off begins as Venus opposes Saturn.  We’re used to thinking of feminine Venus as a mediator and negotiator, but when she’s in Aries, she can put her dukes up with the best of them.  Saturn counsels restraint and caution but Venus is ready to act.  Don’t be too heavy handed, especially with your creative staff, or you might get a rebellion you didn’t bargain for. 

By Andrea Mantegna, 1502

By Andrea Mantegna, 1502

 

Wednesday

This is the day we’ve all been waiting for, when Mars returns to direct motion.  It may take a few days to really get going, but projects will begin to move forward again.  Your energy will return and your competitive nature will flare.

Thursday

As if it wasn’t enough for Venus to take on Saturn, today she engages Pluto with the same fighter instinct.  The foe may be more intractable this time though, as Pluto represents the powers that be:  government, banks, the economy, and taxes.   It may feel like everyone has their hand in your pocket and they may.  You’re fighting against the odds, but you may as well go for it.  Think “Athena, Goddess of War” and unsheathe your sword.

Sunday

Sunday is a softer, more lenient day and is focused on communication, with the Sun and Mercury joining in Pisces.  You can let off a little steam from the pressure of the week and relax.  A short trip would be great, perhaps to water, or enter a fantasy world with movies and entertainment.  Enjoy the day – you deserve it!

Let me know how your week unfolds.

For an overview of the month of March, see the Astro4Business Month Ahead

For more information on Mars turning direct and how to use it for your business, see:

Mars in Leo

Let Your Light Shine

The Creativity of Business

Don’t forget. If you have an astrology-related business question (or a business-related astrology question) send it to me at ellen@astro4business.com. I’ll answer it in these posts, anonymously of course, and we can all learn from each other’s experiences. I look forward to it! Have a question now? Email it and let’s get started! 

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Astro4Business Week – March 1

Feb 28

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Phases of the Moon, as seen from the Northern Hemisphere. The Southern hemisphere will see a mirror image of this phase. (Source:Wikipedia)

Phases of the Moon, as seen from the Northern Hemisphere. The Southern hemisphere will see a mirror image of this phase. (Source:Wikipedia)

Hello everyone.

A week of changes ahead with Mercury and Venus changing signs, and a volatile aspect between Venus and Uranus.  Although not difficult, don’t expect to be in the same place at the end of the week as you are at the beginning.

Monday

On Monday Mercury enters the sign of Pisces.  The sharp focused intellect of Mercury in Aquarius gives way to a softer approach.  Images communicate better than words when Mercury is in Pisces, so be sure your writing and speaking include symbols and color.  Your thoughts flow more easily and your best ideas come from dreaming, day-dreaming, and fantasy, so include time for all of these.

Wednesday

Expect the unexpected where finances are concerned today with Venus joining risk-taking Uranus.  Financial astrologers expect sharp price swings and you may experience this volatility in your own purse, up or down.  Poise yourself to take advantage of a sudden opportunity but be careful not to spend money like water and or you could drain your purse completely. 

Thursday

Dreamy Mercury in Pisces snuggles up to Pluto in Capricorn today.  Your communications will be powerful and persuasive.  If the economic turmoil is impinging on your business plans, allow yourself some time to just listen; a deep and insightful clue to resolution could be revealed.

Sunday

Venus enters Aries today and then meets up with her counterpart, Mars.  Venus in Aries is self-interested, and with Mars at the end of its retrograde cycle you want to strike while the iron is hot.  This can be a great day for negotiations if you can allow some give and take.  Your passions can ignite a new creative partnership today but don’t expect it to take shape until after the 10th.

A little later Mercury and Jupiter join up.  Mercury rules the intellect and Jupiter represents wisdom.  You can take in the full picture today and when speaking to others, you will be eloquent and inspiring.  Remember to use images rather than words to get your points across.

Have a great week, and as always, let me know how it goes.

Don’t forget. If you have an astrology-related business question (or a business-related astrology question) send it to me at ellen@astro4business.com. I’ll answer it in these posts, anonymously of course, and we can all learn from each other’s experiences. I look forward to it! Have a question now? Email it and let’s get started!

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Astro4Business Week – February 22

Feb 21

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Phases of the Moon, as seen from the Northern Hemisphere. The Southern hemisphere will see a mirror image of this phase. (Source:Wikipedia)

Phases of the Moon, as seen from the Northern Hemisphere. The Southern hemisphere will see a mirror image of this phase. (Source:Wikipedia)

Hello, everyone.

The week as a whole is very beneficial leading to great ideas and opportunities next weekend.

Tuesday

On Tuesday, Pluto (power) supports the Sun (leadership).  Deep reserves are available to you today, reserves of capital, energy, and other resources.  Your personal power is strong; with the Sun in Pisces, be sure to use it to benefit everyone. 

Saturday

Mercury in Aquarius meets Neptune on Saturday.  Mercury in Aquarius brings logical, steady, yet innovative thinking and speaking skills; Neptune indicates large groups and collective action.  If you find yourself at a conference or with another large group, take the stage and display your skills but also listen for inspiration from others.  Good ideas are born today.

Sunday

The Sun makes its annual conjunction to Jupiter today, which brings opportunities and growth.  A new philosophy may inspire you to connect with others and unite them around a cause you believe in.  On another note, since both planets are in Pisces, how about travelling to the sea?  Good luck will follow you there.

Later in the day, the Virgo Moon opposes the Pisces Sun to bring February’s Full Moon.  Both Virgo and Pisces relate to service.  You will be happiest (and most successful) today if you find a way to help others.

Have a great week and let me know how it goes!

If you’d like to take a look at the whole month, try the Astro4Business Monthly Forecast for February.

Don’t forget. If you have an astrology-related business question (or a business-related astrology question) send it to me at ellen@astro4business.com. I’ll answer it in these posts, anonymously of course, and we can all learn from each other’s experiences. I look forward to it! Have a question now? Email it and let’s get started!

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Astro4Business Week – February 15

Feb 14

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Phases of the Moon, as seen from the Northern Hemisphere. The Southern hemisphere will see a mirror image of this phase. (Source:Wikipedia)

Phases of the Moon, as seen from the Northern Hemisphere. The Southern hemisphere will see a mirror image of this phase. (Source:Wikipedia)

Hello, everyone.

Overall, a fairly easeful week unfolds with a little stress next weekend only.  Carnival, Mardi Gras, and Ash Wednesday unfold for Christians worldwide.

And if you’re reading this on Sunday, the 14th, Happy Chinese New Year!

Monday

Venetian Carnival Masks

Venetian Carnival Masks

Very early Monday morning, EST, while many of you are still sleeping, Venus and Pluto are conversing.  Go to bed the night before with a notebook by your bed, ready to record their message when you wake up.  Venus in Pisces brings creative insight, and Pluto in Capricorn can bring the practical application for a great idea.

Later Mars and Saturn get together and support you to lay the groundwork for your new plan.  Strategizing, forecasting, and business planning are all the order of the day.  Remember, though, that with Mars retrograde, you should delay the actual implementation until after March 10.

Tuesday

Fat Tuesday is a social day with grand ideas for creative projects and growth.  Venus and Jupiter join each other in Pisces.  Make connections and links with others to bring out the best in the day.  A willing sacrifice brings good fortune this week.

Thursday

The Sun enters Pisces today, the sign of the fish.  Fish around in your imagination over the next month and pull up from the depths an inspired idea to take into the coming Equinox. 

The Sun in Pisces is perfect for the unfolding Christian Lenten season which began on Wednesday, with its themes of sacrifice and retreat.  This is not wasted time; these inner excursions lead to the upsurge of energy and enthusiasm in March.

Saturday and Sunday

The Mars/Saturn aspect of last Monday connects with the Sun over this weekend, but you may feel that your great plan has hit its first obstacle.  With this placement of the Sun and planets you may feel you can’t take action and you can’t allow matters to just unfold.  The solution is to lie low this weekend and let your intuition guide you slowly but surely to the next right step.  Be patient:  the project needs some time to take shape.

Have a great week and let me know how it goes!

Don’t forget. If you have an astrology-related business question (or a business-related astrology question) send it to me at ellen@astro4business.com. I’ll answer it in these posts, anonymously of course, and we can all learn from each other’s experiences. I look forward to it! Have a question now? Email it and let’s get started!

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Astro4Business Week – February 8

Feb 7

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Phases of the Moon, as seen from the Northern Hemisphere. The Southern hemisphere will see a mirror image of this phase. (Source:Wikipedia)

Phases of the Moon, as seen from the Northern Hemisphere. The Southern hemisphere will see a mirror image of this phase. (Source:Wikipedia)

Hello everyone.

This week gathers together different gods:  Neptune is strong and Mercury active in the skies; the great Lord Shiva from the Hindu tradition and his sacred night, Maha Shivaratri; and Saint Valentine’s Day, a Christian overlay of the earlier festival Lupercalia, which celebrated Juno, the goddess of marriage and fertility.  We have Venus and Cupid decorating the various greeting cards, plus two planets changing signs, and the New Moon!  A packed week, all easy except for a Mercury/Mars opposition, but there’s always something to keep us awake, right?

Monday

Advertisement for Prang's greeting cards, 1883. (Source:Wikimedia Commons)

Advertisement for Prang's greeting cards, 1883. (Source:Wikimedia Commons)

On Monday, Venus conjoins Neptune which tunes you into the subtle wavelengths affecting you and others, particularly your customers.  If you tune in, you’ll sense exactly what the situation requires.  Inspiration becomes tangible today.

Wednesday

Mercury enters Aquarius today, where it will travel until March 1.  Mercury is exalted in Aquarius; expect innovative thinking from yourself and those around you during this time.  This transit particularly favors creative use of technology.  Writing and speaking to large groups is also beneficial, so look for or create those opportunities.

Thursday

Today Venus enters Pisces, the sign ruled by Neptune.  Until March 7 you’ll have unusual access to creativity and inspiration so, as I said in the Monthly Forecast, carry some recording device around with you.  A year’s worth of good ideas could come in the next month, starting today.

Friday

Maha Shiva (Source:Wikimedia Commons)

Maha Shiva (Source:Wikimedia Commons)

Tonight is the annual celebration of Maha Shivaratri, the most auspicious night in the Hindu year.  It is said that one repetition of the great Lord’s name on this night is worth one thousand repetitions at any other time.  Millions of people chant Shiva’s name all night, accompanied by mystical rituals designed to open the path to the innermost Soul.  Whether you celebrate this holy night or not, this vibration will pervade our world. 

This year it will be easier than ever to tune in, as Mercury is forming a harmonious aspect to Saturn.  Mercury represents our thinking and desire to communicate and when it meets Saturn it becomes concentrated and focused.  The mind yearns for solitude during this transit, so you may want to spend time alone.  Great things are born from a quiet mind, especially on Maha Shivaratri!

Saturday

On Saturday, we run into some opposition from others.  Remember, Mars is still retrograde, so if someone is pushing you to take action, your best response is to calmly listen but continue to wait.  Their point may be totally valid, but the timing isn’t right yet.

Later in the day is the New Moon, which will further support non-action.  The day of the New Moon is a time to withdraw and rest in order to prepare for the upsurge of energy coming in the next few days.

Sunday

Victorian Valentine's Card (Source:Wikimedia Commons)

Victorian Valentine's Card (Source:Wikimedia Commons)

Sunday is Valentine’s Day and the Sun conjoins Neptune that day.  I was thinking about how Valentine’s Day always falls in the month of Aquarius.  Aquarius is an air sign so it is concerned with relationships, but it is more about friendships and business associates than intimate partnerships.  When I was a child we gave Valentines to all of our friends and this seems more in keeping with the sign of Aquarius. 

The Sun/Neptune conjunction, as well as Venus in Pisces, will bring sweetness to the day and a desire to enjoy the arts or to spend the day serving others.  Friendship, sweetness, love, art, and service – that’s what I call a good day!

Enjoy the week!

Don’t forget. If you have an astrology-related business question (or a business-related astrology question) send it to me at ellen@astro4business.com. I’ll answer it in these posts, anonymously of course, and we can all learn from each other’s experiences. I look forward to it! Have a question now? Email it and let’s get started! 

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Astro4Business Week – February 4

Jan 31

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Phases of the Moon, as seen from the Northern Hemisphere. The Southern hemisphere will see a mirror image of this phase. (Source:Wikipedia)

Phases of the Moon, as seen from the Northern Hemisphere. The Southern hemisphere will see a mirror image of this phase. (Source:Wikipedia)

Hello everyone.

Good news – this week the planetary influences are supportive and benign.  Nature has been so nurturing lately:  each really intense week has been followed by a quiet one, giving time to regain our footing and assimilate what we learned.

The second contact of the Saturn/Pluto square occurred yesterday, on Sunday, January 31, and this square was so powerful that its effects will linger.  But this week we’ll have the assistance we need to resolve difficult situations. (For more insight on the Saturn/Pluto square, see the category to the right.)

Saturday, February 6

There are only two major planetary influences this week and they both occur on Saturday.  Look for their energy to start to build on Tuesday or Wednesday.

Mercury in Capricorn will form a sextile aspect to Uranus in Pisces.  The sextile aspect is very supportive and often brings someone into our lives with good news or a new insight that makes a difference.  With Mercury in Capricorn we’re still in a planning and strategy phase and with the sextile to Uranus concrete breakthroughs will come from collaborative work, committees, and teams.

Later in the day Jupiter in Pisces sextiles Pluto in Capricorn.  Last week’s Saturn/Pluto square may have exposed an extremely challenging difficulty or a startling power struggle, and this week Jupiter will blunt the sharp edges.  Jupiter represents insight and wisdom; when in Pisces people are inclined to rally around a shared intention that benefits everyone.  Connection is the key; connect as broadly as you can and you will recognize the best way to move forward.

Have a wonderful week, and let me know how it goes!

Don’t forget. If you have an astrology-related business question (or a business-related astrology question) send it to me at ellen@astro4business.com. I’ll answer it in these posts, anonymously of course, and we can all learn from each other’s experiences. I look forward to it! Have a question now? Email it and let’s get started!

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Astro4Business Week – January 25

Jan 24

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Phases of the Moon, as seen from the Northern Hemisphere. The Southern hemisphere will see a mirror image of this phase. (Source:Wikipedia)

Phases of the Moon, as seen from the Northern Hemisphere. The Southern hemisphere will see a mirror image of this phase. (Source:Wikipedia)

Hello, everyone.

This is a week to strive for balance, with three oppositions leading up to a major square between Saturn and Pluto.  This is a recipe for tension as our tendency will be to blame others if things don’t go as we wish, and their tendency will be to blame us.  For additional guidance, review the posts in the Saturn/Pluto Square category to the right. Here is the day by day forecast, but these influences are so strong you may feel them all week.

Wednesday

On Wednesday Venus in Aquarius opposes Mars in Leo.  Venus in Aquarius wants to play the social card, with meetings leading to unconventional alliances, leading to profits.  But Mars is retrograde, so one of your lieutenants won’t hold up their end, or you may just not have the energy to shine.  The best advice is to take it in small bites:  appease Venus and go out and meet people, but be sure to leave time to retreat and examine what’s going on behind the scenes.

Friday

On Friday it’s more of the same with the Sun in Aquarius opposing Mars in Leo.  The Sun represents you as the leader and/or owner of your business, the one setting direction and empowering your team to act.  You may have a dozen good ideas, but if your team is lagging behind, productivity will lag too.  Again the key is balance and small bites:  set very realistic, small goals that your team can accomplish one at a time.

And remember, if you’re a one-person team, these oppositions can manifest as two sides of yourself pulling in different directions, with the Mars side pulling you toward rest and retreat.  Give a little to both to make the most of your week.

Saturday

Early Saturday morning is the Full Moon, with the Moon in the fixed sign Leo opposing the Sun in the fixed sign Aquarius.  You may want to act but feel stuck, and others around you may seem stubborn and intractable.  Not an easy time.  Refresh yourself with some recreation today and allow yourself to blow off some steam.

Sunday

Sunday brings us to the second contact of the Saturn/Pluto square, the dominant aspect of this year.  In this contact Saturn is retrograde, returning again to challenge whatever inequity it finds in Pluto in Capricorn.  Don’t be surprised if a trusted advisor seems to turn against you, accusing you of insensitivity or of dominating others.  If so, try to stay open to hear others’ complaints and make a serious effort to change.  You’ll gain from it in the end.

Let me know how this dynamic week goes for you.

Don’t forget. If you have an astrology-related business question (or a business-related astrology question) send it to me at ellen@astro4business.com. I’ll answer it in these posts, anonymously of course, and we can all learn from each other’s experiences. I look forward to it! Got a question now? Email it and let’s get started!

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Astro4Business Week – January 18

Jan 17

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Phases of the Moon, as seen from the Northern Hemisphere. The Southern hemisphere will see a mirror image of this phase. (Source:Wikipedia)

Phases of the Moon, as seen from the Northern Hemisphere. The Southern hemisphere will see a mirror image of this phase. (Source:Wikipedia)

Hello, everyone.

After last week, this week will feel like a breeze; like a breath of fresh air with Venus and the Sun both moving into air sign Aquarius.  Venus enters Aquarius on Monday and travels through that sign until February 11.  The Sun enters Aquarius on Tuesday where it will travel until February 18.

Both Venus and the Sun form trine aspects to Saturn in Libra toward the end of the week.  We’re becoming familiar with Saturn in Libra, where it will stay for the next couple of years.  Amid the destruction of many of the building blocks of our lives, Saturn in Libra urges us to consider others; to be sure that whatever we do at this juncture benefits everyone else too.

This is a hard task to fulfill if our individual lives are shaken.  It’s hard to take care of others when we are working day and night to maintain our own security.  In an interesting twist last week, we found it easy to step forward for a whole nation in trouble.  Do we step so readily for a partner or close friend?  Saturn in Libra requires this of us, and if we do our part, our reward is long-lasting business and personal partnerships with rewards that grow over time.

Venus and the Sun in Aquarius are more than willing to do their part this week as they approach the trine to Saturn.  Aquarius is concerned with ideals of justice and equality and thrives on group endeavors and humanitarian pursuits.  The Sun and Venus in these signs will bring this energy right into the heart of our businesses this week.  Perhaps your whole crew will collectively resolve a problem or a professional association will give guidance and support just when you need it most.

You can participate in this energy by experimenting with a team approach to a project or, if you’re in business independently, an unconventional alliance can teach you something.  Technology, design, marketing – these are all fields that could benefit from the detached viewpoint of a larger group.  Try breaking new ground this week.  You’ve got all the support you need.

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Astro4Business Week – January 11

Jan 10

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Phases of the Moon, as seen from the Northern Hemisphere. The Southern hemisphere will see a mirror image of this phase. (Source:Wikipedia)

Phases of the Moon, as seen from the Northern Hemisphere. The Southern hemisphere will see a mirror image of this phase. (Source:Wikipedia)

Hello, everyone.

This is going to be one of those weeks:  lively and exciting, with a Solar Eclipse, two planets reversing direction, and Jupiter entering a new sign.  This is a week of change which will set up longer term dynamics that unfold over the coming week and months.

Monday

The Sun and Venus join in Capricorn on Monday.  This conjunction brings you together with others who share your business goals.  Down to earth negotiations and collaboration bring practical good luck, resulting in profits – we like that!

Wednesday

Wednesday holds the same dynamic as Monday, but with the added ingredient of Uranus joining the Sun/Venus mix.  This brings a measure of unpredictability and excitement, but still lucrative, especially if the connections come from farther afield – even global!

Add to the mix Saturn, which will make its station and turn retrograde on Wednesday.  When a planet makes its station, we feel it strongly a few days before and after.  Saturn, the planet of boundaries and limitations, will bring even more practicality and structure to the week.  If you’re approached by someone older and wiser, listen.  Their advice is just what you need to hear and will carry you through the next few months.

Friday

On Friday there is an Annular Solar Eclipse.  Per Wikipedia:

An annular eclipse occurs when the Sun and Moon are exactly in line, but the apparent size of the Moon is smaller than that of the Sun. Hence the Sun appears as a very bright ring, or annulus, surrounding the outline of the Moon.

Annular Solar Eclipse (Source:Wikimedia Commons)

Annular Solar Eclipse (Source:Wikimedia Commons)

During a normal New Moon, the Sun symbolically “swallows” the Moon.  The Moon loses its power and the Sun’s power is made stronger.  During a solar eclipse, the Moon blocks the Sun’s rays from reaching the earth.  Symbolically, both energies are weakened.

In our business lives, the Sun represents the leader, the owner, the one setting the vision for the enterprise.  The Moon represents the employees, the ones who take the vision of the owner and form it into a product or service.  With both of these energies weakened, it’s best not to expect too much from either party.  A quiet day is favored, with few meetings and limited travel.  Stay at your desk and catch up on paperwork if you can, because…

Mercury resumes direct motion on Friday.  (To read more about Mercury’s current retrograde cycle, use this link.) It has travelled all the way back to 5 degrees of Capricorn and begins moving full-steam ahead.  Paperwork, contracts, negotiations can move forward again and plans you’ve been developing can be put into motion.

Sunday

Late Sunday night, EST, Jupiter enters Pisces.  Pisces is a water sign, concerned with the emotional connections that bind people together.  This sign expresses itself as devotion to an ideal, often mystical or artistic, and the desire to lose oneself in the shared feeling of the group.

Jupiter, the planet of opportunity and expansion, is the ancient ruler of Pisces.  This will bring a very positive influence to all endeavors that attempt to unite people based on a shared intention for the future.  To take advantage of Jupiter in Pisces, look for ways to bring people together and give everyone a stake in the outcome.

 

Have an awesome week!

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Astro4Business Week – January 4

Jan 3

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Phases of the Moon, as seen from the Northern Hemisphere. The Southern hemisphere will see a mirror image of this phase. (Source:Wikipedia)

Phases of the Moon, as seen from the Northern Hemisphere. The Southern hemisphere will see a mirror image of this phase. (Source:Wikipedia)

Hello, everyone. 

This week is a quiet respite.  A couple of agreeable aspects influence our lives, so take a breather and enjoy the beginning of the year.  2010 promises to be earth-shaking; take advantage of this week to gather your thoughts and collect your energy for the coming year. 

Monday 

On Monday the Sun conjuncts Mercury in Capricorn.  This aspect stimulates our desire to communicate, but with Mercury retrograde, it’s best to plan our words carefully before we speak or write anything. 

Tuesday 

On Tuesday, this same Mercury retrograde in Capricorn conjuncts Venus.  This is a great day to reach compromise and agreement, especially on a matter being renegotiated after a setback or reversal.  Again, with the retrograde Mercury, just be sure to double-check all the fine print before you commit. 

And that’s it!  Have a great week!

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