STARS BY EPONA

November is a fiery month with plenty of desire for action and a quick pace, but alas, Mercury is retrograde for the first three weeks, slowing things down and potentially gumming up the works. But on the bright side, this is your chance to learn to chill out. With ease and grace, things will begin to move forward again soon. Meanwhile, think of it as a time for reflection, trusting that come December, it’s all systems go!

Aries

Mercury retrograde in your house of shared resources can coincide with a little dispute over who owns what. It’s a good time to come to a collaborative agreement, working out any kinks in your joint financial arrangements. As you explore options, you’ll discover creative ways to organize and restructure. Meanwhile, consistency is the best policy with us four-legged creatures. How else will we understand what you want?!

Taurus

Focus on your relationships, personal and business. Don’t expect them to coast along, especially if anything - and I mean any little thing - needs adjustment. Not the best time to sign contracts or strike up a new commitment unless you have zero doubts or hesitations. Use your intuition to make choices that can’t be put off until December. For us equines, we need a new routine and fast. Bored. Bored. Bored.

Gemini

The activation in your house of health and well-being says reconsider your lifestyle ASAP. Even if you believe you’re on track, give habits and routine a rethink. Is this what you want to eat-pray-love, or are you doing it because you should? Take stock and make changes before the New Year. With us fourlegged Twins, we could use some variety too. Maybe swap the arena for trails or vice versa. That could do the trick!

Cancer

Good news. This is the perfect time to go into cruise control when it comes to the creative realm. The idea is to stop trying and start allowing. Instead of struggle, go for play, recreation, romance and relaxation. That’s where you can expand your beliefs and live more in the ‘now’. For us equine Crabs, we’re extremely receptive to rewards. Anything from praise to pats, from treats to rests breaks. Please be generous.

Libra

Use this Mercury retrograde month to get in touch with what really gives you a sense of peace and happiness, then let go of all the actions that aren’t taking you there. Awareness is the first step. It will lead to skill and talent development that is more authentic than you ever thought possible. Us four-legged Libras don’t take kindly to being pushed right now, but you can counteract crankiness by always ending on a good note.

Capricorn

Mercury retrograde through your house of friends and likeminded others might have you reconsidering some old acquaintances. Are they really in alignment with who you are? Even best mates go under the microscope but remember they are there for a reason. Discover it and all makes sense. For us equine Sea-goats, loyalty is everything. When we feel yours, there’s nothing you can ask that we won’t do.

Leo

October brings a chance to learn, teach In November, your thoughts lean towards the home life, family and connections to the past. The key is to give yourself enough ‘me’ time to appreciate recent inner growth and development. Ask what home means to you, and then listen for the answer within. A parent or parental figure could be of influence. Us four-legged ones, if we aren’t doing what you want, it’s because we don’t understand. More patience, please.

Scorpio

Mercury retrograde meanders through your home, work, personal and relationship life for the better part of the month. Think of it as pretty much stirring up everything! The results? You’ll discover how you really feel about what you do, where you do it and whom you do it with. Hold off on changes until December, if possible. For us equines, the only question is, do we feel appreciated? If not, remedy immediately!

Aquarius

Someone in authority is agitating you this month whether they have a valid point or not. It can affect your professional or personal life, so be aware. Rather than dismissing them out of hand, do take (constructive) criticism under consideration. Usually that’s enough to smooth the waters again. Whatever you do, don’t dwell or take it too personally. Us equines can offer solace and a fresh perspective. Just spend some time with us!

Virgo

Of all the signs, Mercury retrograde hits you the hardest, giving the Trickster free-range through your house of communication. What you say, face-to-face, typed, voice message or text, can and will be misconstrued. But it’s excellent for revising manuscripts, biz plans or creative projects if you stay focused. For us equines, our fear radar is amped up, making us hyper-vigilant. A strong, kind hand goes a long way towards calming us down.

Sagittarius

With your house of drawn shades activated, it’s time to go ‘in’ and listen to Higher Guidance. You might call it intuition, gut feelings, spirit guides, angels or muses. In any case, connecting with this energy will move you a little further along the Path (to enlightenment). Because us four-legged Centaurs are already ‘there’ the more time you spend with us, the more will rub off on you. Truth!

Pisces

If you plan to travel or study this month, know that the Trickster will be riding along every step of the way. That means surprises abound. To balance any unexpected events, give yourself more time to reach the airport or hit deadlines. The best-laid plans etcetera. There is one thing you can count on though, and that’s us four-legged Pisceans. The simple tasks involved in our care are a great comfort to both of us.