THROUGH THE LOOKING GLASS

Gemini

CHRIS McNULTY

is an astrologer, wanderer, bartender and advocate for queer justice. He is a loquacious Gemini with a cozy Cancer rising. Find him at hearthandheraldastrology.com

We’re halfway through Taurus season, the time of year when we tend to our literal and figurative gardens and lay the groundwork for our little seedlings to grow. I hope you are using fertile soil. Happy birthday to all of our Bulls out there! Thank you for teaching us to stay the course. As you read this, the Sun moving through Taurus is lining up with the planet Uranus, shedding its light on that which liberates and excites us. If you are feeling constrained or stifled by anything in your life, you should be catching crystal clear glimpses of the way out. Mark your maps. In addition, Venus is forming a 90 degree square with Neptune, challenging us to confront love and illusion. Whether you’re coming up against over-idealizing a partner or an insatiable desire for escapism, we will all be grappling with our beautiful dreams and delusions. I guess you could say, putting all of this together, we are all Ms. Jennifer Connelly in “Labyrinth” right now.

Here are your horoscopes for the Uranus-Sun conjunction and the Venus-Neptune square. Read for your rising and sun signs.

TAURUS

April 20 - May 20

Happy birth season, Taureans! Can you see how you’ve been in a multiyear process of innovating and experimenting with your self-identity? Take this time to grasp the progress you’ve made in this development. Recently, you’ve been developing an appreciation for what you truly value, but there is probably some major confusion or mixed signals coming from friends concerning these values. Practice holding your truth and incorporating criticism.

May 21 - June 21

Are you revisiting old patterns of thought when you have moments of silence? How annoying! Been there, done that. However, you are being offered the chance to address these thought patterns with an innovative solution. Get outside the box and reframe your strategy. Your career may be feeling almost too good to be true, but remember that your self-love ought to transcend the meaning derived from work.

Cancer

June 22 - July 22

Remember the simple joys of your life – the ones that made you feel elated as a kid. The weight of the world can be lifted by the laughter of your inner child. Let this youthful joy bubble up within you so you can infiltrate and disrupt your social circle. You have an opportunity to be a quirky inspiration for your friends. In the constant horrors of the news cycle, we could all use your entertaining levity.

LEO

July 23 - Aug. 22

What is going on at work, Leo?

You’re doing things differently and infusing really novel methods into how you go about business. Reconsider what makes you feel innovative in your public persona. You should be feeling a lot of love from your support network, and it might be making you reconsider your spiritual investments. Trust your friends. They’re helping you see past the illusions.

VIRGO

Aug. 23 - Sept. 22

The way out of something that feels sticky may seem incredibly clear right now – a new adventure, a new class, a new philosophy. Take a step back and take another look. You might have the right idea, but there is probably a better method. Reflect for a couple weeks. If you are really loving something at work, let your partner be an inspiration for action without being an illusion.

LIBRA

Sept. 23 - Oct. 23

Beautiful new beliefs beckon. Trust your gut and be wary of the deceptive fantasy embedded in past routines. Try seeing the world through a different pair of lenses. You may be experiencing some freedom due to a new investment, and it all might seem crystal clear. However, take some time to rethink the outcome. Holding out will prove beneficial, and you may decide that breaking free from the investment is your best decision.

SCORPIO

Oct. 24 - Nov. 21

There might be some exciting new surprises happening within a relationship! Go with it, but also take the time to reflect on their long-term impact. You may love the way that your energy is combining with the energy of the people around you, but remember the spirit of your own creativity. Perhaps your individual creative projects are more illusory without the support of the people you’ve invested in.

SAGITTARIUS

Nov. 22 - Dec. 21

Your personal bliss and your love for a partner are working together really well right now. Ride that wave and find some real joy in your creative spark. Get into some art or music with a partner and see what comes through. Keep working out the routines that are serving your liberation, but take a little time to critically consider the changes you’ve been making. Are there some blind spots?

CAPRICORN

Dec. 22 - Jan. 19

It is a phenomenal time to address any confusion taking place in your communication because this will support bringing balance into your routines. For example, clearly communicating your needs and boundaries will allow you to achieve your priorities. Gotta work out in the morning? Tell your colleagues. Gotta journal at lunch? Make sure your partner knows. Think of new ways to share your creative soul with the world.

Aquarius

Jan. 20 - Feb. 18

You have the potential to really dive into your creative spirit. Set some time aside and let your artistry out. However, be wary about getting lost in the illusion of material outcomes. Imagination and implementation first, money later. There’s some exciting action taking place at home, also. Dive into it and let yourself breathe some fresh air.

Pisces

Feb. 19 - March 20

It looks like a great time to do some big spending in order to create a new aesthetic at home. If that’s not possible, finding joy in the things you already have fits the same energy. Time for a new piece of furniture? A new couch cover? Some art for the wall? While you’re at it, try out something new in the neighborhood. It’s so easy to stay on the same paths, but take a left instead of a right and see where you end up.

Aries

March 21 - April 19

Don’t be surprised if you discover a surprising new source of income. An innovative way of meeting your material needs is being highlighted. However, be sure to take the time to think it through. Give yourself a couple weeks to reflect on all of the implications. At the same time, appreciation for what you might generally consider familiar and mundane is offering you some deep spiritual reflections.