Mars’ Motivation

This could turn out to be a big month for you as both your ruling planets, Mars and Pluto, play a significant role. Mars is currently in Aquarius down at the base of your horoscope ruling your home and family, your past and where you come from.

Mars is the planet of action and speed but currently Mars is being held back, limited, repressed by Saturn, also in Aquarius. You couldn’t get a more vivid symbol of lockdown. The conjunction of these two key planets took place on March 31st but Mars is restricted by Saturn until it pulls away on or around the 11th.

Once Mars is able to move freely, then you can start to take the initiative and put your energy into your domestic situation and your family relationships. For some of you, being at home may bring extra challenges. You could be worried about a parent or someone older.

Or perhaps, you find yourself feeling frustrated and hemmed in. Take good care of yourself and do whatever you can to keep your mood upbeat. Focus on other areas where you can channel your energy.

Routine & Health

This is a good month to put time and thought into your routine, your well-being and health. The Sun is in Aries and your work and health sector until the 19th and talk planet Mercury moves here from the 11th to the 27th.

You may have lots of good ideas for keeping your work going, even if things have changed drastically. Keep seeking the new while Aries season is prominent.

This is where there’s a whoosh of planetary energy so find new and innovative things to do, whatever your current situation. It’s important this month to focus on your physical fitness and do what you can to stay strong.

If you’re on the frontline, go about your job, your business with strength and courage. The Full Moon on the 8th is about taking care of yourself and others. Take time out if needed and stop and reassess where you can be most useful.

Money Matters

When it comes to money matters, teamwork is required. Venus, the planet of relating, enters Gemini and your joint finance sector on the 3rd, where it remains until August 7th.

This is an unusually long time for Venus to remain in one sector of the zodiac. This is because Venus turns retrograde, i.e. will be on go slow next month.

Venus is your partner planet so reach out to others for financial help or advice. Keep the lines of communication open when it comes to money. Get your ideas hat on, learn more about what’s happening and ensure you review all your finances. This year will bring challenging times to our economy and the more you’re in the know, the better.

The 4th is a stand-out date in this respect when Venus teams up with Saturn in Aquarius. You may have a long-term vision for your home life, your family, your future security. And, it’s what you set in motion this month that can benefit you greatly in 2021.

Jupiter Pluto Conjunction

The major planetary aspect taking place in April is the Jupiter-Pluto conjunction in Capricorn on the 5th. Pluto’s your co-ruler so this is a powerful combination for you in your communication sector.

Jupiter rules growth and expansion, Pluto is about transformation at its best, also loss. You may be diving deep into the dark side of life or have to confront death or loss in your personal experience. Yet, ultimately this combination is about rebirth and renewal, finding hope (Jupiter) in the darkness (Pluto) and communicating with others to pass on what you know.

You could be a voice for good during this whole experience. Or, a major player within your local community or within society. It’s a classic symbol for teaching wisdom and passing on your experience.

If you feel compelled to write or podcast, go for it. Jupiter and Pluto meet two more times on June 30th and November 12th and this is a backdrop, a theme to your year. It’s a positive time to start a new course of study.

Uranus & Relationships

Finally, this could be a tricky month for relationships. Perhaps, some of what you need to say won’t be received well. You currently have Uranus, the planet of unpredictability and change, in Taurus and your relationship sector.

When Mars and Uranus clash on the 7th, this could coincide with a separation or a falling out. It’s volatile astrology and best to steer clear of anger or conflict.

Taurus begins to dominate after the 19th when the Sun enters this earth sign followed by Mercury on the 27th. The stand out date is the 23rd, the day of the New Moon, a symbol of new beginnings. This New Moon pulls in Uranus, which is active on the 26th and 31st (May 1st in some countries).

As Uranus tends to turn any situation on its head, this could bring exciting developments for love, reconnecting with a lover out of the blue. And yes, Uranus rules technology so more than likely this would be online.

The period from the 25th to the 28th is the hot spot. It may not be easy to get through these few days without a disappointment or a falling out. Try not to be overly impulsive and take a step back if you feel out of control. Decide where your priorities lie and do what’s best for you and your family.

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Venus In Gemini

Your ruling planet Venus is on the move this month as it enters your fellow air sign Gemini on the 3rd. This is an intriguing transit of Venus for you as Gemini rules your travel sector. Venus remains here until August 7th, an unusually long time to spend in one sign. This is because Venus is to-ing and fro-ing in Gemini and will turn retrograde next month, i.e. will be on go slow.

So, travel plans are going to be chopping and changing! Obviously, as few of us going anywhere, it would be a rare move for you to be actually on the move during our global situation. Yet, you may still be making decisions about cancelling a holiday or trip or working out what to do for the best.

Also, Gemini doesn’t only rule travel but study, learning, knowledge and any activity that broadens your horizons. Being one of the air signs, you have a lively mind. You may be one of the people who responds well to our current crisis and thrives online. The 4th is a great date to commit to a course of study or spend an hour each day enhancing your life through a hobby, skill or talent.

Mars & Saturn

Aquarius rules skills and talents in your horoscope as this is your creative sector. And, there’s key activity here throughout April as Mars, the action planet, is here.

Yet, as the month begins, Saturn is also in Aquarius and there could be frustration early on if you feel held back or restricted. Aquarius rules children and romance in your horoscope, so it may be these areas of your life that are bringing extra challenge your way.

If this is true for you and you’re full on with home schooling, for example, know that any difficulties will start to ease from the 11th onwards as Mars pulls away from Saturn.

It is definitely a great month to use your time well and not allow yourself to get overly distracted. Having a schedule that works for you and brings you a certain amount of regularity and routine will help.

Love & Partnership

Love is definitely intriguing as the Sun remains in your opposite star sign, Aries, until the 19th. Therefore, the cosmic spotlight is on your close relationships, both personal and professional. This is about partnership in your life, an important element for you. You need people around to keep you company, bounce ideas off and with whom you can share your love.

If you are currently on your own or without a partner, this will be a period of great learning in your life, although not always easy. The most important date for love and relationships is the 8th when the Full Moon falls in your star sign Libra.

Full Moons heighten emotions and this Full Moon is about the balance of power when it comes to love. You may want to reach out to someone in your life. Or, you find yourself needing reassurance. Give and receive equally is the motto of this month’s Full Moon.

Talk planet, Mercury, also moves through Aries from the 11th to the 27th so keep the lines of communication open, whether you’re living alongside other people or not. The weekend of the 18th/19th feels especially lively for relationships – perhaps you’re taking part in an online event or creating a house party with people important to you.

Jupiter Pluto Conjunction

It does feel as if this is going to be a significant month for close relationships because of the Jupiter/Pluto conjunction in Capricorn. This is a major planetary aspect that takes place this month on the 5th, also on June 30th and November 12th. It’s a backdrop to your year and Capricorn rules your home and family, your past and where you come from.

There may be big changes taking place at home or within your family. It could feel full on trying to keep everyone safe and well. You may find new ways to look after others or expand where you live. It’s a good month to be doing so, as long as you pay close attention to current guidelines.

It would be easy to extend the chain of connections one link too far this month, especially if you’re trying to keep your partner’s family happy as well as your own, for example. Know where you need to stop and don’t fall into the Libra trap of trying to please others.

Money Matters

You may be on a trip down memory lane and pulled back into the past more than usual. Money may be linked to what’s happening at home or with regard to your past and this is another key feature of April’s astrology.

This is because of the emphasis on the star sign, Taurus, ruling money. This is your joint finance sector. Uranus has been here for some time, the planet of unpredictability, wins and losses. Uranus clashes with Mars on the 7th, not a good date for taking a risk or falling out with someone close over money.

Later in the month, there’s more action here as the Sun enters Taurus on the 19th followed by Mercury on the 27th. The key date is the 23rd when there’s a New Moon in your joint finance sector.

This falls next to Uranus – key dates being the 26th and 31st (May 1st in some countries). Expect sudden changes around money, whether a windfall or unexpected expenses. Uranus can go either way.

This is a good time to review your finances and look at new and innovative ways of taking care of your money. Use online resources and stay one step ahead. Find out what’s happening in all areas regarding money and come up with new and creative suggestions to help yourself and other people.

Although, on the 14th/15th and 25th/26th be wary about who’s holding the financial reins and ensure that you’re working alongside one another as a team. This is especially true with regard to your family and/or people you live with.

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Mercury & Relationships

Your planet Mercury is picking up the pace in April after its last retrograde phase. This means that for you too, it’s a month to get things moving, as best you can. Up until the 11th, Mercury completes its journey through Pisces and your relationship sector which began in early February.

Therefore, your 1-to-1’s are important as April begins and require your time and attention. Try not to to get pulled into a relationship that doesn’t serve you or lose yourself in your swirling emotions. This is particularly true on or around the 4th when Mercury unites with Neptune, Pisces’ co-ruler.

This combination can be dreamy and romantic or disorienting and confusing. Don’t believe everything you hear, do be around people who inspire you and touch your soul, your spirit.

Aries & Money

On the 11th, Mercury changes star sign and moves into fiery Aries where it remains until the 27th. The Sun is here as well until the 19th so there’s prominent planetary energy in your joint finance sector. This is about money matters and getting things sorted.

If you need to make a key decision about a financial matter, the best day is the Full Moon on the 8th. This is a time when you can trust your intuition and work at balancing the books.

This is particularly important as the Full Moon falls in Libra, the sign of balance. Try not to go it alone when it comes to money but work things out fairly with other people, both personally and professionally.

Also, it’s a good month for initiating new ideas and ventures that can help financially. Aries brings the lure of the new and, right now, that’s what’s needed. Stay positive where you can and make time this month for a financial review. The 11th, 18th and 19th are great dates for financial collaboration.

Mars, Venus & Work

Work is also under the cosmic spotlight throughout April for a number of reasons. Firstly, Mars and Saturn are together in Aquarius and your work and health sector as April gets underway. Mars here is good for motivation and getting things going, whereas Saturn is the opposite principle, i.e. it stops you in your tracks or holds you back.

This may coincide with a job coming to an end. Or perhaps, you’re feeling under the weather. Try not to push too hard or give in to fear or doubt while Saturn’s strong.

You’re best to take your time and wait until Mars moves away from Saturn on or around the 11th. Then, you can begin to pick up on Mars’ motivational influence and work out a new schedule or consider your next steps.

If you’re a typical Virgo, you’ll already prioritise your health and well-being. It’s part of who you are and worth doing while Mars is in Aquarius. Also, what you begin this month, both with regard to work and exercise, could reward you big-time in 2021.

There’s another planetary influence lighting up your career and that planet is Venus. Venus moves into Gemini and your career and vocation sector on the 3rd where she remains until August 7th. This is an unusually long transit of Venus as she turns retrograde next month, i.e. will be on go slow.

For now, this is your cue to find your team and get the right people on your side. Use your connections if you’re looking for work or worthwhile ways to spend your time.

Venus rules women in astrology, so seek out your female friends or women in a position of influence. Gemini’s the communicator. Keep the lines of communication open and focus on your future path, your next steps.

The best date in this regard is the 4th when Venus aligns with Saturn. Get on the right side of someone in a position of authority and you could land a job, new contract or role.

Earth Sign Creativity

Creativity is a big theme for you this month. On the 5th, the Jupiter-Pluto conjunction takes place in Capricorn and your creativity sector. This is the first of three meetings between these two planets. They connect again on June 30th and November 12th and act as a backdrop, a theme to your year.

This could be a good planetary influence for you as this combination brings renewal and transformation. You may be ready to throw yourself into a hobby, skill or talent. It will be something that grabs you completely, an all-consuming desire or passion.

This is also about children and being there for someone 100%, renewing your relationship or recreating what you had previously. The fact that some of you parents will be with your kids full time could be a relevant symbol – finding ways to be together as you’re in each other’s company 24/7. It’s extreme astrology but packed with hidden riches too.

Finally, this month, you are going to have your sights set on what next as April progresses. This is because the Sun enters your fellow earth sign, Taurus, on the 19th followed by your ruler, Mercury, on the 27th. Taurus rules travel in your horoscope so you’re likely to be dreaming of distant horizons.

Yet, this is also about gaining knowledge, studying, finding meaning in the world, pursuing a spiritual path or religion. It’s whatever gives you hope and faith and finding ways to move beyond your everyday routine.

As Uranus is active here – on the 26th and the 31st – there’s an ‘anything goes’ theme. At times, you may find your energy feels scattered, even frantic. Deep breaths if this is true for you. Take life one day at a time and do whatever you can to seek new adventures and keep your spirits high.

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Fire Sign Aries

Up until the 19th, your ruler the Sun is in fire sign Aries. Traditionally, this is a time when you’re keen to travel and broaden your horizons. Yet, this year, you’re having to do things differently.

That doesn’t mean you give up and do nothing and don’t take full advantage of the Sun’s move through Aries. Aries rules study, learning, knowledge and any activity that sources you and brings meaning to your life. You may be ready to study something new or find yourself on a spiritual path or keen to embrace a religion or faith.

The Full Moon on the 8th may be important in this respect. It cuts across the Aries/Libra axis of the zodiac, which is about education for you. Also, Libra rules life close to home, your local community and Aries rules foreign connections. See where you’re being called forth at the Full Moon and where you want to reach out and help others.

This would be a good date to choose to run a course online or sign up to a learning initiative. Plus, talk planet Mercury enters Aries on the 11th where it remains until the 27th. This suggests that you’re wise to keep busy and keep connected with the people and activities that bring you fulfilment. You may be catching up with people who live abroad, thanks to the power of the internet.

Work & Your Future Path

This is also potentially for you a big month when it comes to your work and career, your future path. Firstly, the Jupiter-Pluto conjunction in Capricorn on the 5th highlights the sector of your horoscope which rules your work and routine, your lifestyle and your health. It’s about how you spend your time and what you do on a daily basis.

This is the first of three meetings between Jupiter and Pluto. They come together on June 30th and November 12th and act as a backdrop to your year. Pluto can bring things to a halt as it’s the wipe-out planet. Yet, Jupiter rules opportunity. Together, these two planetary influences represent change and transformation, rebirth and renewal.

You’re required to look more closely at these key areas of your life now. And, for some of you, life may step in to bring a sense of urgency. The peak periods this month for the Jupiter/Pluto influence are the 14th/15th when they clash with your ruler the Sun. Also, the 25th/26th when they clash with Mercury and Pluto turns retrograde.

These combinations are intense so don’t take on too much and notice what makes you feel stressed. Prioritise your health and well-being. If you’re on the frontline in society, do all you can to boost your immune system.

This is a good month to consider your next steps and to look at how you can get on board with new initiatives, new ways moving forwards. On the 19th, the Sun your ruler enters Taurus and your career and vocation sector. There’s a New Moon here on the 23rd and talk planet Mercury joins the Sun in Taurus on the 27th.

The other key planet that’s been in Taurus for some time is Uranus, the planet of change, unpredictability and innovation. This would be an ideal time to take your business online, especially around the New Moon.

Or, find ways to work freelance, start something new, change your routine around. Uranus favours invention and short, sharp bursts of energy. Be open to the unexpected and think on your feet. Uranus kicks in on the 26th when it’s conjunct the Sun and the 31st when it’s next to Mercury (1st May in some countries).

Keep your sights on the future throughout April and know that what you begin this month could take off in 2021.

Air Sign Collaborations & Communications

People are also important to you thanks to key planets in air signs, representing communication and collaboration. Venus is in Gemini from the 3rd where it remains until August 7th, an unusually long transit for Venus.

This is because it turns retrograde next month, i.e. will be on go slow. Gemini rules friends and groups in your horoscope and this is where you find pleasure and joy.

Also, action planet Mars is in Aquarius and your relationship sector throughout April. Usually, this brings passion and fire to your 1-to-1 relationships and this is true from about the 11th onwards.

However, as the month begins, Mars is dominated by Saturn in Aquarius, your partner planet. This slows things down and there may be tension around a key relationship. It won’t help if you feel frustrated or reined in by your relationship with someone close.

Sometimes, this combination brings commitment or an extra-tight bond. Usually, however, it means you’re struggling to find yourself or be true to who you are within a relationship. Try not to get into a conflict situation and distance yourself from any enemies. Give yourself time and space to breathe and dive into activities that are personal to you.

Once Mars breaks free from Saturn, you may also find that you have someone fighting your corner, putting their ambition and determination into your ventures, your life.

Mars in Aquarius can be a positive transit when you’re around people who are raring to go. In turn, this inspires and stimulates your own energy levels.

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