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Though Mercury retrograde causes frustration in your communications and finances, you’re still in a flirtatious and jovial mood as your ruling planet Venus enters fire sign Sagittarius on November 1, bringing good news your way! Sweet communications are exchanged, even if Mercury retrograde causes them to be delayed. Just watch out for arguments on November 5 as warrior Mars, currently in your sign, clashes with the planet of destruction, Pluto, in Capricorn. You’re usually averse to confrontation, but you’re absolutely done with a situation that’s been making you feel uncomfortable at home or in your private life—be smart about how you express your anger. Rage is a normal human emotion, but you don’t want this situation to get out of hand! Bring in a third party who can help mediate.
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A more productive energy flows on November 8 when the sun, Saturn in Capricorn, and Neptune in Pisces align, making this a solid time to experiment with a new habit and bringing a boost in creativity at work. It's a marvelous day for manifestation despite the stress of Mercury retrograde.Mercury retrograde in Scorpio may find you more forgetful than usual this month, so check for your phone, keys, and wallet as you move from place to place. Mercury rules communication and commerce and this retrograde activates the financial sector of your chart, so you may experience stress or confusion around money. You’re thinking back to October 19 as Mercury connects with Pluto on November 9, finding you exploring secrets from your past and looking for more clues to help solve whatever puzzle you're working on.
- Keep your essentials—keys, wallet, and phone—in a centralized location so you don’t forget them as you leave for work in the morning.
- Find a sturdy bag you love and use an organizer like this one to help keep things extra tidy inside.
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Plans are being reconsidered, and you’re thinking back to October 14 and 15 as Mercury connects with Saturn and Neptune on November 13. Also on this day, the sun connects with Pluto, so even though your schedule is all over the place, some amazing transformations—particularly at home and in your personal life—are underway. Disappointing news arrives as Venus clashes with Neptune on November 14, but be wary of the gossip you hear. Now isn’t the time to make promises or have serious conversations. Keep your plans flexible and light-hearted—the more pressure you put on commitments and other people, the trickier things will be at this time.
- Use a calendar planner to keep track of your various plans, but write things down in pencil. It’s OK to erase things!
- Make sure you’re getting enough rest this month with all the changes taking place.
- Gossip can be so seductive and destructive at the same time! Here’s what a few experts advise if you’re having trouble keeping secrets.
- Explore your neighborhood restaurants this month—you might find your new favorite spot! Here’s a guide with some of our favorite places in different cities.
- Host a dinner party for you and your friends, but keep meal prep simple by making it a potluck. As for your own cooking contributions, try out some options from a meal-kit service.
- Stay calm during any unexpected drama with this breathing exercise.