The Cosmic Connection
Rising sign horoscopes for April 16 – 22
♈ Aries: Are you embodying your fullest potential? Showing up every day with authenticity, as your true self, and as the feisty ram that you are takes grit. The world needs more of you.
♉ Taurus: Are you giving a voice to the parts of yourself you’d rather hide? Devote intentional time to yourself in solitude to listen to your soul. Bring online the most whole version of you.
♊ Gemini: Are you socially interactive? A sense of belonging may be inhibited by inherited patterns or childhood experiences. You can be a pillar of your community just by being yourself.
♋ Cancer: Are you ready to boss it up in your career? Your inherent instincts and protective nature are ideal leadership qualities. Flip the script on any negative self-talk and rise up.
♌ Leo: Are you setting your sights high enough? Reach for the stars in your ambitious endeavors, Leo. Invest in yourself and know it’s OK to rely on others to achieve your dreams.
♍ Virgo: Are you learning to embrace vulnerability? Shed the suffocating skin and let yourself be seen fully by another without judgment. Sharing yourself intimately isn’t a weakness.
♎ Libra: Are you aware of your own projection? Relationships are a resource filled with great lessons, Libra. Be keenly observant of maintaining your own identity in all partnerships.
♏ Scorpio: Are you doing something every day that enhances your vitality? The fuel can come from your work, daily practices, acts of service, or even pets. Be sure to keep your fire ignited.
♐ Sagittarius: Are you encoding your seeds of creation with something bold and new? There’s great potential for you to populate a brave new world with your unique vision. Take the risk.
♑ Capricorn: Are your roots stable? You have the personal power and authority to create a solid foundation. Be courageous in making the changes necessary to remove instabilities.
♒ Aquarius: Are you fluent in your own love language? Your word is your wand, and there’s tremendous power in your voice. Wield your wand wisely, and enjoy the magic that follows.
♓ Pisces: Are you confident? Self-esteem comes from valuing yourself, regardless of external influences. Focus your effort on being more self-reliant and in touch with your inner go-getter.
Weekly astrology summary:
The most potent, cosmically action-packed week of the month is here! The waning moon dreams one-by-one with all planets already congregated and holding council in Aries on its way to newness on April 17 (the new moon occurs at 7:51 a.m.). Cathartic Chiron has the final say, seeding and empowering the sun first and then the Aries new moon with a firm plan, intentions, and outlined goals to achieve becoming our truest, most authentic selves with courage and bravery. Think back to early April 2024’s total solar eclipse/Aries new moon and take note of any repeating themes from then being carried forward into this week.
Powerful Pluto’s influence and cooperation with motivated Mars adds unparalleled strength to the energy and potential of the new moon, with additional drive for something to be purified or released in order to fully achieve self-actualization. Take heed of what’s ignited and rising within you and what you want to surrender during this time. Mental stamina and honesty are supported by Mercury, Mars, and Saturn coming together exactly on April 19 – 20. These planets joining forces isn’t very gentle. However, they can motivate alignment with meaningful action and follow-through, which are extra important at this time. The sun shifts into sensual, earthy Taurus on April 19, offering much-needed practical, slower-paced, and grounded energy on the other side of the fiery new moon and Aries roundtable during the week. See the above horoscope for your rising sign for more specific insight and guidance. If you’re unsure what your rising sign is, you can email me at ursaalchemy@gmail.com, learn more in my tutorial video on my Ursa Alchemy YouTube channel, or cast your own birth chart for free on astro.com.
Ursula Duffy is a Professional Astrologer, Certified Aromatherapist and founder of Ursa Alchemy. Find her astrology readings and astrological aromatherapy services, teachings, podcast, get in touch and more at www.ursaalchemy.com or ursaalchemy@gmail.com.
