Your horoscope from April 16 to 22, 2015

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      Last week, Jupiter ended a four-month retrograde tour. The cycle can be thought of as having kept the future on the pending list in order to gather more information, experience, and/or ammunition. As of Thursday, Pluto in Capricorn begins its annual five-month retrograde cycle. This transit lifts a ceiling or removes a block.

      The start of any retrograde cycle is when we’ll see its most obvious influence. Pluto’s current reverse course simply allows for Mercury, Mars, Venus, Jupiter, and Saturday’s new moon in Aries to gain better traction. Every day through next Wednesday, there’s significant planetary activation from the inner planets Mars, Venus, and Mercury to Jupiter, Neptune, and Pluto. (The first three are personal planets; Jupiter is a social planet; Neptune and Pluto influence the collective.) This tight sequencing sets an especially fertile backdrop for fresh starts, new initiatives, and page-turn transitions.

      Ideally timed for our beloved Canucks being in the playoffs, Mars/Jupiter/Pluto has a game-changing, game-raising objective. Aptly timed for all mission quests, including Hillary Clinton officially throwing her hat in the ring, Mercury/Jupiter/Pluto debates, dissects, builds impact, and mobilizes. Well timed for Joe Oliver’s budget reveal, Venus/Neptune/Jupiter aims to keep the creativity flowing and to profit. When Jupiter, Neptune, and Pluto are activated, it’s big business time—for the markets, politics, and also our personal lives.

      The Taurus sun, starting Monday (2:42 a.m.), is also a positive contributor. Sunday through next Thursday, the stars are on an optimal/productive moneymaker run.

      Aries
      March 20 - April 20

      You’ve been working on it for a while, and now you’ll see it shape up more substantially. Pluto retrograde removes a block. Friday’s Mars/Jupiter brings a sense of turning a corner. Saturday’s new moon in Aries is revitalizing. Sunday is especially fruitful. A prosperous week lies ahead; Tuesday/Wednesday, you should see it come together.

      Taurus
      April 20 - May 21

      Cleared up and out of the way—it’s a great way to end the workweek. Saturday’s new moon is good for a social or inspiration boost. Whatever you’re feeling or doing, on Sunday, it’s full-on. You should have no problem keeping up the momentum. Monday’s work-it-through sets you up for a productive week.

      Gemini
      May 21 - June 21

      A fresh twist or something brand-new does the trick through the weekend. Friday night, you’re good to go—anywhere. Sunday launches a great creative and/or productive spurt; it’ll carry you through the week ahead. Monday/Tuesday sets you onto a great physical and mental recharge. Communicate; stick with it, stay on top of it; you’ll get yourself someplace good, especially Tuesday through Thursday.

      Cancer
      June 21 - July 22

      How do you maintain in the midst of inner or outer change? How do you bring yourself up to speed? Pluto’s retrograde turn prompts a more serious reassessment of short- and long-term objectives, priorities, and commitments. Step by step gets you there. Through Monday, you’ll see your way more clearly. By Tuesday/Wednesday, you should feel you’re getting someplace good.

      Leo
      July 22 - August 23

      Pluto’s switch to retrograde on Thursday can crack the code on a work or health challenge. Resistance or delay also gives way. Once this happens, you’ll find yourself on a solid upswing. Friday night is great for cutting loose or getting swept up in the game. Saturday/Sunday, you’re onto something fresh. The week ahead can be an especially productive one.

      Virgo
      August 23 - September 23

      Even though there’s further to go, once Pluto turns retrograde, the majority of the pressure is off. Knocked down and out of the way is a great feeling Thursday/Friday. For the week ahead, Mars, Mercury, Jupiter, and Pluto are in sync. They’ll help you find your stride; you’ll immediately be onto better gains. Tuesday/Wednesday, the results are pleasing.

      Libra
      September 23 - October 23

      If something you’ve hoped for doesn’t pan out, know there’s more and better right in front of you. The next few days are a kick-start-it time. As of the weekend, you’ll immediately swing onto a more lucrative and productive move-along. The week ahead is a good one for handling money matters. Your stars are also up for a sensual and/or sexual refresh.

      Scorpio
      October 23 - November 22

      Pluto’s switch to retrograde can prompt a fresh conversation or perspective. As well, it can remove a block, a doubt, or resis­tance. Something added or subtracted changes the entire format or direction. Once Mars, Jupiter, and Saturday’s new moon kick it into gear, what follows should prove to be quite straightforward and easy to accomplish. Sunday launches a lucrative five-day run of forge-ahead stars.

      Sagittarius
      November 22 - December 21

      The workweek is on a wind-down, but you’re on a rev-it-up. Friday’s Aries moon and Mars/Jupiter finds you in a good-to-go/game mode. Saturday’s new moon also provides a positive refuel. Taurus month, starting Monday, loans you more steadiness and better follow-through. Regarding finances, health, or working it out, you’ll hit your best stride Tuesday through Thursday. Wednesday/Thursday is also good for romance.

      Capricorn
      December 21 - January 20

      Off with the old, on with the new. As of Thursday, Pluto turns retrograde in Capricorn, but rather than limit or backtrack you, it’s likely to empower and/or embolden you. You’ll now hit full steam ahead, but there’s no need to hustle or force it, especially Sunday onward. It comes naturally to you.

      Aquarius
      January 20 - February 18

      Friday finishes the workweek on an upswing. Whether you’re game for hockey or hot for something else, Friday, Sunday, and Tuesday deliver the goods. With Pluto newly travelling retrograde, you’ll find you can dig or tap deeper and get more out of it now. The next week could see you hit great pay dirt.

      Pisces
      February 18 - March 20

      Something new is just the ticket. If it doesn’t show up on its own, go exploring and make it happen for yourself. Keep at it and you should find the week ahead to be an especially lucrative and productive one. Friday and Sunday keep it going full tilt. Tuesday through next Thursday, it can come together beautifully.

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