Your Weekly Horoscope by Element - February 22-28, 2010

The Air Signs

Gemini, Libra, Aquarius

You Air Signs have a wonderful ability to believe in yourself, thanks to your farsighted Zodiac Signs. However, On Monday you'll experience a bit of a spiritual slump. You'll find it hard to be as optimistic about your future as you normally are. It's a good time to take stock of your life and count your blessings. Don't be stingy with praise for yourself for all the good you do for others. You're usually the most socially adept person on your block, and you instinctively know how to make friends. However, on this week you'll encounter a number of misunderstandings with your associates, and crossed wires will be the norm when you attempt to communicate with others. You'll find it hard to make yourself understood, so keep that in mind. On Saturday Mercury in Aquarius conjuncts Neptune and your ability to control your appetite may evaporate. Try not to eat or drink too much. Take note of your dreams on Sunday. The Full Moon occurs in analytical Virgo and you'll have a very prophetic and enlightening dream over the weekend. Make sure you listen to your sixth sense and follow your hunches.

Your Love Week—Air Signs: This week, Air Signs, you have Pluto activated and moving through your chart, which may not feel all that great as you live your life. Pluto tends to dig up, delve, and dredge, and this could result in your dreams taking on a decidedly unpleasant cast. Old memories, reflections, images, and experiences may swim up to the surface now and demand to be revisited. And with Saturn in Libra, you may be grounded for a while, taking on a new course of study or boning up on your skills so you can get a better paycheck. Since the two planets aren't getting along at all, they square off on each other this week, you may feel that one is trying to dominate the other. Saturn demands that you be responsible for your education and spirituality, while Pluto wants to release old hurts and relationships. Trying to do both at once may not work. In the past, you may have been happy with the way things were, leaving your appearance to chance or allowing others to do all the heavy lifting when it came to romance. But now Saturn is asking you to become more empowered by taking care to present yourself in the best possible light. "Dress for the job you want and not the job you have (even in romance)" could be your motto now. At the same time, Pluto is moving through Capricorn and affecting your inner emotions. Since Pluto tends to dredge up things from the past, you may uncover buried memories now or unpleasant thoughts that you'd prefer to ignore. But Pluto does this as a way of tilling the soil so new growth can occur. The two planets are definitely stirring up trouble, so try not to let someone else (even a voice from your past) talk you out of enjoying your life and the company of someone new. As you listen to what your inner self reveals, make sure to keep an eye out for a new cutie at that class or seminar.

The Fire Signs

Aries, Leo, Sagittarius

You have a big heart, Fire Signs, but occasionally you need to put yourself and your own agenda first. On Monday you'll have to say no to someone who asks you for a favor. Your time isn't your own this week, even though you may think otherwise. You'll find yourself dealing with one unexpected event after another as you rush to make your appointments and maintain your social calendar. On Tuesday you'll need to double-check your agenda. Things m ay change because of weather or someone’s illness. You'll deal with a challenging situation on Wednesday. You may have to do a bit of soul searching before you hit on the right solution for this particular circumstance. On Friday you'll finally be able to straighten out a misunderstanding you have with an associate as the Moon in Leo sextiles steady Saturn. You and your companion have been on the outs for a while and now you'll find the right words to explain yourself. Your status in your neighborhood may change on Sunday as the Full Moon shines down on your community service and reputation. It's possible you'll be honored for your generosity to those in need.

Your Love Week—Fire Signs: Fire Signs, you have an exciting if harrowing week ahead as Pluto asks you to look at your money and values. Since Pluto changes things on a very deep level, the way you see money's role in your life, as well as your own self-worth, are transforming. This planet often digs up old dirt, so don't be surprised if you take one step forward and two steps back. It's only temporary and you're mostly headed in the right direction. As this planet forms an unsupportive aspect with Saturn retrograde in Libra, you're being asked to broaden your base of social contacts by joining additional networks. In other words, the Universe is asking you to socialize more, meet new people, and play the field. You like to do things your own way, so it's a tough week ahead. Saturn is currently pushing you toward being very responsible in all your communications. No longer is it good enough to expect your partner to do all the asking. If you like someone, ask him or her to a dinner, movie, or picnic. This aspect shows that it's up to you now and not someone else. Meanwhile, Pluto in Capricorn shows that it's best to bolster your bottom line now by going out of your way to accept additional projects and impress your boss with your work ethic. Someone at work may catch your fancy, but before diving into an intimate relationship, make sure that doing so won't jeopardize everything you've worked for. It isn't worth blowing your role or position at the company just to date someone who isn't serous. Since these two planets are inharmonious, it's up to you to make sure your intended has your best interests at heart. Although part of you may long to be committed to someone already, it's only in comparing one prospect to another that you get a true sense of what you seek. As you meet all of these new people, you'll have an opportunity to date a good deal and get lots of practice for when you meet the right one.

The Water Signs

Cancer, Scorpio, Pisces

You have many activities planned this week, Water Signs, and that's good since your intense emotions and determined spirit need an outlet. You'll be a real powerhouse of motivation on Tuesday as the brilliant Sun sextiles potent Pluto. You'll accomplish more in one day than you thought possible! Don't guess, Water Signs—ask! You're very intuitive and you often feel as if you can read people's minds. However, this week you'll discover your sixth sense isn't perfect. Mid-week you'll need to ask specific questions in a situation you're dealing with. Remember that you need to be direct in order to find out the real scoop in the matter at hand. You may spend time alone on Friday as Mercury conjuncts Neptune. You'll need to have peace and quiet in order to recharge your mental and emotional batteries. You'll look at your living quarters with a new eye on Saturday. You may decide the time has come to redecorate and jazz up your décor. You might contemplate moving your possessions to a new address, perhaps someplace near the water.

Your Love Week—Water Signs: With Saturn retrograde clashing with Pluto in Capricorn this week, you Water Signs may find that you're caught in the middle of some pretty powerful energies at this time. Saturn, the planet of limitations and structure, is moving through the sign of Capricorn and may be really trying to push you in a certain direction or toward a certain person. The Universe isn't being subtle now, so if you find yourself leaning toward something, by all means, investigate it further. You're feeling a bit more conservative than usual and could find yourself gravitating toward a partner who's more traditional than your usual fare. Meanwhile, it's time to change the way you normally communicate in relationships and take a chance on love. If you're normally reserved and shy, try saying one thing that seems positively shameless. If you're normally the other way, try holding back a bit. Since these two planets are forming a harsh aspect, it's best to make a subtle change somehow. You love the idea of love sometimes more than actually being in love. But this week, love may not have the same cozy feeling. Saturn is indicating a time of accessing and owning your own sex appeal. You're being asked to be very careful about the people you get involved with now, and which ones you let get close to you. This isn't just a matter of intimacy, but it's also about the choices you make concerning the people you spend your valuable time with. So wear that hot outfit, but make sure you carefully vet any potential partners in advance. Since Saturn is squaring Pluto in the sign of Capricorn, you may have to choose between going out in groups (which could be safer at first) or going whole hog by taking a chance and plunging into a new date. Neither is right or wrong. It just depends on your priorities now and how confident you feel with your flirting technique.

The Earth Signs Taurus,

Virgo and Capricorn

You are usually mellow souls, Earth Signs, but you can be a very formidable opponent when your temper is aroused. If someone waves a red flag you’ll certainly be up for the challenge. You are always conscientious, however, this week you'll take a more relaxed attitude toward your life events, especially on Tuesday. You'll want to just have fun for a bit and stash your to-do list in the desk drawer. On Wednesday you'll hear gossip about you that you find offensive. Remember that you have every right to live your life in the way you choose. Don't get riled over petty rumors or innuendo. You usually put your responsibilities first in your life, thanks to your sense of positive optimism. This will increase on Saturday as Mercury conjuncts idealistic Neptune in Aquarius. You may feel that you can easily straighten out the entire world's problems and then begin to ladle out advice to friends and family without being asked! On Sunday you'll feel very lucky as the Sun conjuncts Jupiter, the planet of blessings. A cherished wish will finally come true.

Your Love Week—Earth Signs: This week, Earth Signs, you have a tough go of it because of the square relationship between Saturn, the planet of rules and restrictions, and Pluto, the planet of deep transformation and change. Saturn is retrograde asking you to keep a watch on your money and assets, indicating a serious problem in these areas. As you work on your taxes, make sure all the figures add up correctly to avoid any problems down the road. You're sick of playing the same old games in love and life. Instead, you've been taking stock not only of your monetary worth, but the worth you have in relationships: You're capable of giving a great deal, so don't undersell yourself now. Saturn is affecting your health, indicating a need to attend to this area. Also, it's time to stop thinking about your job as a job and start thinking about how to make it (or something else) into a real career that brings satisfaction and money. This adds stress and can affect your overall health. Pluto digs things up so you can find the change you need in order to grow and prosper. You may be thinking about taking a class, earning a new degree, or going on a trip as a way to educate yourself about foreign cultures and languages. The two planets aren't getting along, which means that you may be blowing off work responsibilities in order to travel, or not taking care of your responsibilities to your education and spiritual life. You need to gain greater mastery over both sectors in order to bring them into better balance. When you do, romance flourishes. It's time to leave old ways behind, along with old beliefs about romance, and make way for a brand new way of being. Since these two planets are forming a harsh square, your new self-worth may clash with your desire to start up a new dating relationship. Someone may disappointment you in some way or just make it hard for you to be his or her equal. Don't settle for less. It's more than possible to get exactly what you want now. But rather than digging in your heels and demanding your way, strive for balance with the appropriate boundaries.