SAGITTARIUS HOROSCOPE

On January 10th you'll be asked to help a loved one or friend who's experiencing hard times. It's quite a change from the past when it was you who approached those with money with hat in hand. Sagittarians are no strangers to boom and bust cycles. It's practically written into your zodiac sign, but nowadays…

Sagittarius people are known for taking bold and even reckless steps. Admittedly you've been out of practice these past couple of years, but the First Quarter Moon in Aries on December 27th will remind you of what's been missing. You'll be amazed at how quickly it all comes back to you – like riding a bike. What's nice about where you are now versus where you were before is that you've got a lot of experience under your belt. You're much clearer about what you want. The end result will be less misadventure and more solid progress towards achieving the goals you set your sights on.

The Sun/Saturn square on December16th will test your faith – specifically your belief in a heartfelt venture, romance, or life path. It looks like something you began six months ago has run into an obstacle and you may be questioning whether it's truly worth the aggravation. Anything that challenges us to grow in ways that we're not used to is always worth the aggravation, so don't let the fact that you're traveling over unfamiliar territory or that there's no surefire guarantee of success discourage you from doing your best. After all – if people gave up at the first sign of trouble, where would we be?

You rarely revisit a project or assignment after you've turned it in. When you're done, you're done and are ready to move on to the next thing. Indeed you're so confident about your recent performance that you've already signed on for something else. Unfortunately Mars will be forming a square to Saturn on December 8th. Mars/Saturn squares are the “not so fast” aspects in Astrology that force you to stop and review your work. Chances are you forgot to dot an i or cross a t. It's annoying as all get-out, but the sooner you take care of this, the sooner you'll be on your way.

You may be surprised to find that something you considered worthless has grown in value without you knowing it. This could pertain to an investment, a piece of property, or even an old collectible. Mercury trine Ruling Planet Jupiter on December 6th followed by another trine to Saturn on December 7th favors the growth and maturation of things that were shelved or buried a long time ago; and, like a good wine, you will find that they have aged and come into their own. So should you sell? Well, considering that Mercury will trine Jupiter again in March, you might want to wait until then.

All’s well that ends well when Venus forms a trine to your Ruling Planet Jupiter on November 26th. Not only does this bring good fortune, but it bestows protection as well. Admittedly you've had more than your fair share of close calls in recent weeks, but a propitious aspect between benefics never fails to deliver. The only question is: where do you go from here? Thankfully you're in no hurry to answer that. If anything the next few weeks are all about weighing your options and seeing which ones appeal to you. It's been a long time since you had the freedom to do that.

Jupiter, exalted in the zodiac sign of Cancer, continues to work its magic in that part of your solar horoscope that pertains to the emotional ties that bind. It’s introducing a depth of feeling and a range of expression that you've never experienced before. It’s strange to say, but it almost doesn’t matter what happens in your romantic relationship or close friendships because you know that this wellspring of love will never go away. There are certain times in life when we grow into our talent, beauty, or when we come into our own. This is the time when you are growing into your heart.

A surprise deceleration in passion combined with an overall drop in interest is to be expected when Ruling Planet Jupiter turns retrograde in the zodiac sign of Cancer on November 11th. Yet this pause in the action could lead to deeper reflection on what you're looking for in a relationship. You’ll be asking big philosophical questions about why you are together and this is good because there’s got to be more to being with someone than fulfilling the recommended daily requirement of wants and needs. Expect things to be in flux over the next four months as you explore ideas you wouldn't typically explore.

Mars will be in the zodiac sign of Sagittarius from November 4th to December 15th. Mars acts like an energy boost to the system and you will feel more galvanized and motivated than you have in weeks. It’s exactly what’s needed to clear those hurdles and get yourself back on the road to happiness. Mars energy can also be touchy by making you irascible and unintentionally provocative. A good general rule of thumb for the next few weeks is that if you’re going to say something that you think could be taken the wrong way then don't say it. You don’t need the extra aggravation.

Pay attention to any nagging thoughts you have when Mercury sextiles Pluto on October 30th. It may be a question that isn't easily answered, a stubborn doubt that won't go away, or an inconsistency in someone's story that just doesn't sit right. You'll want to wave it all away – especially now that Mercury's in Sagittarius – but don't. The only way to resolve this kind of uncertainty is by doing some painstaking research. It may be tedious and slow but what you wind up with will be worth the extra work. Not only does it avert a disaster, but you'll be presented with an unexpected reward.