Star Struck Style

I keep thinking that things are going to get worse before they better in the USA. Next week, millions of Americans who voted for the current regime are going to have their healthcare premiums increase substantially. But look on the bright side: maybe that’s what it will take to make the people who elected these cons angry enough to end this bullshit.

Anyway, the planets aren’t going to mollify this situation. In fact, I believe that things are going to be tense for everyone in the first half of November. The monthly newsletter on astro.com corroborates my suspicions:

“In the first few days of the month, relationship issues take center stage. On 2 and 3 November a T-square between Venus in Libra, Chiron in Aries, and Jupiter in Cancer indicates a great deal of tension. Ignored needs, unspoken wishes, or long-simmering conflicts in relationships and partnerships can no longer be overlooked. Have the courage to face these conflicts, even if the topics are uncomfortable. The chances are good that matters will develop in a positive direction.

On 4 November Mars enters Sagittarius. While changing signs it forms a trine to Neptune on the last degree of Pisces and an opposition to Uranus on the first degree of Gemini. One day later there is a Full Moon in Taurus. On 6 November Mars perfects a sextile to Pluto. Shortly afterwards Venus moves into Scorpio, where it forms the apex of a Yod with Neptune and Uranus and is in tension with Pluto in Aquarius (exact on 8 November).

These days bring a lot of drive, energy, and a thirst for adventure. The call of freedom is strong and may tempt some to take reckless actions. Avoid acting on impulse unless you are ready to embark on an adventure with an uncertain outcome. Powerful constructive forces are available now. Love relationships could become very passionate. It is not the best time to make long-term commitments or swear eternal fidelity, because the situation could look completely different tomorrow. Unexpected events may upend your plans.

On 8 November retrograde Uranus returns to Taurus. Until April 2026 it will direct its transformative energy one last time toward the earthly and material spheres of life. Developments may proceed more slowly, yet the results achieved will be difficult to reverse.

On 9 November Mercury turns retrograde (until the 29th). Be especially careful with agreements and contracts, and ensure clear communication. You may need to revise things once Mercury is direct again. Jupiter also turns retrograde, from 11 November until 11 March 2026. During this period its impulses for growth turn inward. You may need to review your goals and align them with your emotional needs.

On 13 November Mercury and Mars meet in a conjunction in Sagittarius. Some will fight passionately for their convictions. Words can be as sharp as knives. Do not let anyone shout you down; insist that discussions be conducted openly and fairly. Conditions for that are good. On 17 November the Scorpio Sun forms a trine to Jupiter in Cancer and to Saturn in Pisces. This grand water trine signals a phase of clarity and readiness to cooperate. Voices of deeper wisdom can now be heard. It is a good time to structure plans and prepare long-term decisions.”

For a couple of weeks, people won’t be taking any crap. Hopefully, this will mark a turning point in America because the country is headed in a direction that is not sustainable. The government cannot stay shut down forever to protect Donald Trump from the Epstein files and legislation that will curb his authoritarian impulses.

I’ve been wrong about this situation before, and I’ll probably be wrong again. But all the astrological signs point to conflict in the coming weeks. Still, the best approach anyone can take in the face of this existential threat is to say “no” to Trump and his cronies. Take to the streets. Shut everything down if that’s what it takes. Don’t let this bullshit go on any longer than it has to. Maybe things will actually improve by November 17 if you fight for what’s right.

The stars have spoken.