The Twins
May 22 to June 21
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Element: Air |
Glyph: Pillars of duality, the Twins |
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Quality: Mutable |
Anatomy: Shoulders, arms, hands, lungs, nervous system |
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Polarity: Yang/masculine |
Colors: Bright colors, orange, yellow, magenta |
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Planetary Ruler: Mercury |
Animals: Monkeys, talking birds, flying insects |
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Meditation: I explore my |
Myths/Legends: Peter Pan, Castor and Pollux |
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Gemstone: Tourmaline |
House: Third |
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Power Stones: Ametrine, citrine, emerald, spectrolite, agate |
Opposite Sign: Sagittarius |
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Flower: Lily of the valley |
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Key Phrase: I think |
Keyword: Versatility |
The Gemini Personality
Your Strengths, Gifts, and Challenges
Your astrological ruler is Mercury, the fastest-moving of all the planets. He’s the guy who’s often depicted with wings on his head and feet—which certainly explains a lot about your nature, Gemini. You’re an air sign, for starters, so if you could, you’d probably spend your days soaring through the skies with the birds. As it is, you crave change and movement, both physically and intellectually, and when you don’t get it—well, let’s just say there’s a whole lot of fidgeting, fiddling, and tapping goin’ on. The only thing worse than boredom in your book is waiting, which is absolute torture for you, especially since you do tend to be rather short on patience in general. Obviously, biding your time and pacing yourself are two practices you’ve never seen the need to cultivate.
You’re happiest when your mind is well fed and your body is in motion, hopefully at the same time, which makes you the ultimate multitasker. The funny thing is, while your ability to switch tasks midstream often makes you appear scattered to the average bear, you have no problem coming full circle to finish what you’ve started—eventually. Okay, so you can be pretty easily distracted at times—Look! Kittens!—and no, it’s not hard to get you sidetracked. Still, it’s this mental flexibility that allows you to notice even the tiniest of details, so pulling the wool over your eyes isn’t usually an easy thing to do. Of course, since Mercury is also well known for being the Trickster, you don’t have any trouble at all pulling a prank when you want to. You can tell a story better than most, learn quickly and easily, and have no problem passing along the information you’ve gathered to others. This makes you an expert communicator, teacher, wordsmith, and intellectual gymnast, and one of the most entertaining and flexible signs out there. Your mission is to keep your curious mind fed with only positive, productive information.
Romance, Friendships, and Casual Relationships
“Variety is the spice of life” was written just for you, Gemini, and it certainly does apply to your attitude about relationships. That’s not to say that you can’t be quite loyal and devoted when you’re attached, but only that no one person will ever be able to satisfy your need for an extremely diverse collection of companions. You’re the original social butterfly, always game to meet someone new and different. Needless to say, being your friend is easy and lots of fun, but anyone who wants to call you their own will have to enjoy flitting from group to group and person to person. Your brain needs a constant supply of new information and interesting conversation, and while you wouldn’t be with anyone who bored you, keeping you occupied definitely isn’t a one-person job. That said, freedom-loving Sagittarius and unconventional Aquarius often make excellent partners, especially because they also love to mingle and socialize. Of course, Libra is a fellow air sign and is definitely no slouch in the department of chatting, but they may tend to be a bit too possessive of your time and attention—at least, until they realize that holding on to you can only be done with an open hand.
Career and Work
Any task that lasts too long or keeps you from moving around simply won’t do, Gemini. That sort of thing falls under the heading of Tedious, which is very close to Boring, and we all know how you feel about being bored. At any rate, there aren’t too many of you who enjoy working in a carpeted cubicle, but that’s not to say you can’t pull it off if you have to. If your work is interesting—or better still, fascinating—you’ll manage, especially if it involves being attached to a computer, phone, or other electronic gadget. In youth, you’re often drawn toward jobs that require constant movement and conversation with a host of unique, constantly changing customers, like driving a bus—or better still, a cab, where your knack for finding shortcuts really comes in handy. Throughout your life, your gift for communication will also make you the perfect candidate for teaching and lecturing. You’re personable and chatty—a natural for the hospitality field—so food service, customer service, and reception can also be fun. If you’re in charge, your employees will adore you. Who else could make the daily grind so much fun?
Money and Possessions
Although you do tend to be impulsive in most areas of life, Gemini, when it comes to money, things can go either way. You’ll be either extremely precise and meticulous—or extremely not. The thing is, you tend to view money as a necessary evil. You’d much rather be out and about enjoying the myriad experiences our lovely planet has to offer—but then, you can’t do much of that if you don’t have currency. You’re quite resourceful, however, so if you don’t have the cash you need to conjure up the gadgets you want and activities you’re after, you’ll find a way to get it. Might be teaching a class or doing some side work on computers, but you’ll make it happen.
Your Lighter Side
Life is a celebration of the five senses in your opinion, Gemini, full of sights, sounds, colors, and activity, so just about anything can be fun for you, provided you haven’t tried it before or it’s something that changes enough to keep you fascinated. That includes games, puzzles, lively conversations, and unusual people with interesting backgrounds, of course, but you love to look at things, too—especially collections of things—so museums and galleries are at the top of your list. Carnivals, parades, and boardwalks will do the trick, too, since they’re always jam-packed with humans of every shape and size, and again, you do appreciate variety above all else. Truthfully, however, you’re happiest when you’re learning or teaching—even if you don’t realize you’re doing it. You love to hear a good story, and you’re pretty darn good at weaving one yourself. Be sure to choose playmates who are spontaneous and open-minded.
Gemini Celebrities
Their styles and specialties are vastly different, but none of these celebrities have a problem expressing themselves—and it’s impossible not to pay attention when they clear their throat. These are your kindred spirits, Gemini, a multifaceted collection of expert communicators: Kanye West, Angelina Jolie, Clint Eastwood, Joan Rivers, Russell Brand, Morgan Freeman, Anne Frank, Anderson Cooper, Venus Williams. Oh, and Donald Trump. Did I mention the part about speaking your mind?
Words to Live By for 2017
Balancing work, play, and relationships is my priority.
The Year Ahead for Gemini
Generous Jupiter set off for charming, partner-oriented Libra and your solar fifth house last September, Gemini, marking the beginning of a year’s worth of love, luck, and lollipops, delivered to you courtesy of playmates, children, and lovers. Yes, it’s probably been quite delightful, and yes, you’ve had more than your share of wonderful experiences. Well, it’s not going to change anytime soon—not until October, in fact—so relax and continue enjoying yourself. No matter what else happens to be going on in your life, you can count on these folks to warm your heart, show you how much you’re loved, and, in the process, restore your faith in the Universe. That goes double for those of you who were born around June 4 or 14, since Jupiter will spend a bit longer in your corner of the neighborhood this year, forming an easy, cooperative trine aspect with your Sun. All kinds of delicious experiences will come your way, and opportunities to turn your hobby into a part-time job (at the very least) will abound.
The thing is, trines are lazy aspects, so if you don’t take action, very little will happen. If you do take action, however, expect for things to go your way very, very easily. This applies to romance, by the way, so if you’re drawn to someone, stop staring and make your move. If you’re seeing someone and deliriously happy, you two might decide to take advantage of Jupiter’s expansive nature and take your relationship to a whole new level—in which case, congratulations! The same applies if you’re attached and welcoming a new family member or enjoying a brand-new home. Oh, and lest I forget, this house also has quite a bit to do with speculation and Jupiter just so happens to be Mr. Lucky, so if you’re so inclined, pick up a lottery ticket around February 6 or June 9. Don’t get crazy, though. It only takes one to win. Now, loving Venus will spend three months in fiery, impulsive Aries this year, which will put her in your solar eleventh house of groups—along with startling Uranus, by the way—so if you’ve been searching for a new group of friends, a casual (and possibly quite appealing) acquaintance could introduce you to your new peer group, especially during February, March, and May. Get out there and mingle!
Saturn
Saturn will continue on his path through your solar seventh house of one-to-one relationships straight through December 19, Gemini, so you’re probably at the tail end of a very important life lesson regarding what you want—and, more importantly, what you don’t want. That goes for all kinds of relationships, be they personal or professional. The positive bonds you’ve created and nurtured with others will become even more constant, steady, and stable, and you’ll be pleased and contented with the commitments you’ve made. The thing is, this is the end of a two-and-a-half-year trek, and this serious fellow is famous for stubbornly driving his point home, no matter what it takes, so anyone who’s had a negative influence on you will probably have to go, if they haven’t already. At this point, however, even if you’ve been sorely disappointed, you should be able to see the reasons that others may have acted the way they did. Are you beginning to understand the signals you’re sending out that tell others you’ll allow yourself to be treated this way? If you checked the “yes” box, you’re seeing the reality of the situation, which is Saturn’s true mission. His methods often leave something to be desired, but Saturn isn’t really such a bad guy. He’s just determined to get you to wake up, smell the coffee, and apply the brakes when you see this sort of thing starting to happen again.
Uranus
If you were born between June 9 and June 21, Uranus will spend the year dashing in and out of a fun, energizing, and exciting sextile to your Sun. With Uranus in your solar eleventh house of friendships and group connections—and due to the fact that he’s wearing feisty, impetuous Aries—this points to yet another busy year for you in the company of lively, fiery friends. Yes, it does sound like fun, doesn’t it? The thing is, the eleventh house also has a lot to do with our goals for the future, and it’s quite true that we are who we associate with. If you were born before or after those dates, your mission is the same—to resist the inclination to have such a good time that you don’t pay attention to the path your peer group is leading you along. If it’s exactly where you want to be at this point in time, wonderful! Go forth. Be totally spontaneous. Share laughter, thoughts, and opinions with your kindred spirits and enjoy this delightful time. If you’re not so sure your current peers are a good influence on you, then use the energy of this rebellious, electric fellow and make some changes. Big ones. Either way, be sure to pay attention to “coincidental” encounters with others who more closely share your ambitions. Uranus has a habit of sending along inspiring messengers. Oftentimes they arrive with a seriously unusual appearance, personality, or story, but even if they’re dressed and coiffed conservatively, their mission is to motivate you by showing you just how easy it is to be true to yourself—even if it means shaking things up a bit!
Neptune
If you were born between May 30 and June 5, the lovely lady Neptune will spend 2017 forming a testy, energetic square to your Sun from her spot in your solar tenth house of career matters, reputation, and authority figures, Gemini. Now, Neptune’s visits are often tough to notice, much less understand, because she operates almost invisibly. In your case, she may be silently pushing you toward a profession that more closely reflects your belief system. If you’re currently involved with work that doesn’t sit very well with your conscience, let it go. Chances are good it’s already dissolving anyway, so holding on won’t help. Likewise, if you’re carrying on a relationship that isn’t quite fit for public consumption, keep in mind that secrets don’t usually stay secret forever, so if your reputation could be damaged by continuing on, it might be time to begin withdrawing yourself from the situation. Pay attention to your dreams. Matter of fact, if you haven’t already, start a journal. You’ll be amazed at how aptly the symbols in your dreams reflect the truth of the matter, even if you’re not yet ready to see it. Needless to say, you’ll also have to tap into your intuition during daylight hours to help you see the point of all this, so pay attention to that little voice in the back of your head, even if it doesn’t seem practical. Neptune’s visits have nothing to do with being practical, following the rules, or acting as you “should.” Her mission is to subtly enlighten you, oftentimes by quietly and gradually removing structures in your life that you’ve come to depend on—so that you’ll have to actually trust your gut.
Pluto
Pluto is quite the intense fellow, Gemini, and wherever he happens to be transiting is quite an intense area of life. In your case, he’s spending yet another year in sturdy, practical Capricorn and your solar eighth house of intimate partners and joint resources. Pluto is fond of creating urgent, inevitable situations, which often surface via power struggles, so it’s not hard to imagine you dealing with less-than-pleasant circumstances regarding inheritances, joint finances, loans, and legacies. Dealing with financial disputes with family members and other loved ones may be quite disappointing and frustrating, and their behavior could be causing you to question how well you really know them. It might also be that you’ve begun to examine the role others are playing in your life with regard to shared responsibilities, be they financial or personal.
Regardless of the issue, ask yourself: are others pulling their own weight or have you been shouldering most of the responsibilities yourself ? It may take a huge amount of willpower to separate yourself from any negative influences, especially if you’re financially tied to someone. Don’t let that stop you. It’s time to use Pluto’s no-nonsense energy to ditch anyone or anything that’s draining your resources or taxing you emotionally. Remember, Pluto replaces what’s lost with something brand-new and positive, but he can’t work his magic until you clear the decks and make room for it. If you were born between June 6 and June 12, Pluto’s message will be doubly strong due to the fact that he’ll be forming an inconjunct aspect to your Sun, so you may also be dealing with someone who insists on using control and manipulation to keep you where they want you. Enough. If you’ve been waiting to get yourself free, there’s no time like the present. Cut them loose and move on.
How Will This Year’s Eclipses Affect You?
Eclipses are celestial exclamation points. They amp up the volume on ordinary life whenever they occur, but the signs and degrees they activate bring along events and circumstances that are especially intense. Eclipses occur in pairs, two weeks apart, every six months. Solar Eclipses are supercharged New Moons that bring the Sun and Moon together, marking peak times for planting spiritual seeds and announcing our intentions to the Universe. Lunar Eclipses are high-energy Full Moons, and like these monthly oppositions between the Sun and Moon, they signal times of dramatic culmination and fulfillment. Here’s where and how 2017’s eclipses will affect you most.
On February 10, the first Lunar Eclipse of the year will occur, all done up in playful, amorous Leo. This lunation will activate your solar third house of communications and conversations, so if you’ve been trying to catch someone’s attention, romantically speaking, you won’t hesitate to pull out all the stops. This is a great time to show off your creative talents, especially if you’ve been toying with the idea of turning the hobby or pastime you love into a source of income. Since Leo has a lot to do with children, you might be spending more time than usual with them. If a crisis comes along, you’ll be right there, every step of the way, and if the news is joyous, they’ll want you to share every bit of it.
On February 26, the first Solar Eclipse of 2017 will flip a switch in your solar tenth house, signaling a terrific time to get the attention of a higher-up or authority figure you’ve been out to impress for some time now. It may not be obvious immediately, but your efforts on the job will be noticed. If you’ve been waiting for news about a raise, bonus, or promotion, this may be the time when word arrives. On the other hand, if you’re feeling any dissatisfaction with your current position, get out there and shake some hands. An offer to work in a field that far better reflects your personal beliefs could be right around the corner.
The second Lunar Eclipse will arrive on August 7, set to liven things up in a big way in your solar ninth house of education and long-distance travel. Eclipses tend to act suddenly, and this one will be in startling Aquarius, so expect sudden opportunities to hit the road for parts unknown or visit loved ones you haven’t seen in far too long. If you’ve been thinking of returning to school, a loan or scholarship you’ve been waiting to hear about could finally be granted to you. You could also have an aha moment and suddenly realize that the path you’re on isn’t the one you want to follow—in which case, it’s back to classes for you!
The last Solar Eclipse of the year will occur on August 21, bringing the Sun and Moon together in Leo and your solar third house. Anything you put into motion back in February that’s of a creative nature will be very much on your mind, most likely because you’ve discovered a way to actually make it happen. Don’t turn down any chances to exhibit your work. A new lover could be along, and if so, they’ll be quite impossible to miss. Leo specializes in fire and passion and loves being in love, so don’t expect to get much rest!
Gemini | January
Relaxation and Recreation
With loving Venus and passionate Mars in woozy, dreamy Pisces, you may not get much rest, but you’ll certainly have plenty of opportunities for behind-the-scenes recreation in dimly lit places, Gemini. Just be sure you’re not stepping on any toes before you get involved with that delicious new someone.
Lovers and Friends
Secrets don’t always stay that way forever, Gemini, so if you’ve been carrying on behind closed doors with a certain someone who just so happens to be a business acquaintance, you might want to dial it back a bit toward the end of the month or end it entirely. Consider the outcome of continuing with anything your conscience isn’t happy about.
Money and Success
If you’ve been mixing business with pleasure, it could affect your reputation and your wallet, Gemini, so taking the high road is your best bet. No one is saying you have to deny your feelings. Just be sure they’re real and you’re willing to deal with the financial and personal consequences of staying on your current path.
Tricky Transits
Your ruling planet, Mercury, will turn direct on January 8, Gemini, in your solar seventh house. If you have unfinished business with regard to a partnership, be it personal or professional, you’ll be able to clear it up by the Full Moon of January 12. In the meantime, prepare to deal with joint finances and shared responsibilities.
Rewarding Days
3, 4, 21, 22
Challenging Days
1, 10, 11, 18, 19, 31
Gemini | February
Relaxation and Recreation
Your ruling planet, Mercury himself, will set off for spontaneous, brilliant Aquarius on February 7, Gemini. Talk about a good time! Together with Venus and Mars in Aries, he’ll arrange all kinds of surprise encounters, some of which will really and truly leave you speechless—no easy feat. The best part? Someone you meet under extremely odd circumstances will help you along your career path.
Lovers and Friends
You’re in luck, Gemini—big time. Just in time for a wonderfully romantic Valentine’s Day, the emotional Moon will set off for your solar fifth house of lovers, all done up in partner-loving Libra. If you aren’t already attached, not to worry. You may be soon—in fact, if you’re interested in someone new, this would be the perfect day to let the truth be known.
Money and Success
There’s going to be a Solar Eclipse in your tenth solar house of career on February 26, Gemini, which could most definitely mean that you’re in the mood to change not just your job, but your actual profession. Sure, it’s a major shift, but you’ve probably been thinking about it for months. Talk things over with a trusted elder or a higher-up who understands you.
Tricky Transits
On February 8, the Moon in your solar second house of personal finances will form what’s known as a Grand Cardinal Cross with startling Uranus, intense Pluto, and exaggerating Jupiter, Gemini—so if you’ve been teetering on the brink, money-wise, this could be a make-it-or-break-it kind of day. Now that you know what’s coming, have plan B ready—just in case.
Rewarding Days
5, 6, 11, 13, 16, 21, 23
Challenging Days
7, 8, 9, 26
Gemini | March
Relaxation and Recreation
Venus will stay on duty in Aries all month, Gemini, and by March 20, Mercury and the Sun will be there with her in your solar eleventh house. Now, this place is all about the crowd you hang out with. Be they bankers, bikers, or fellow PTA members—or all three—you’ll feel the urge to let them know you’re ready to branch out.
Lovers and Friends
The New Moon on March 27 will fire up already fiery Aries and your solar eleventh house of group activities and friendships, Gemini, urging you to boldly go forward, possibly barging down the doors of a group you’ve been trying to become part of for some time now. Oh, go ahead. At worst, you’ll be proud of yourself for showing up, despite your feelings. At best, you’ll end up with a bold new accomplice.
Money and Success
Venus isn’t just the Goddess of Love, Gemini. She’s also in charge of money matters. So when she stations to turn retrograde on March 4—and basically begins backing up for the next six weeks—she’ll be giving you a second chance to straighten out two very pressing issues, one romantic and one monetary. Don’t let this blow by you.
Tricky Transits
On March 20, the Sun will set off for Aries and spring will arrive, a time period that’s all about new beginnings. You’re always eager to move forward, Gemini, but with the Moon in dutiful, cautious Capricorn for the next day or so, you might have to wait to get the show on the road. Yes, I know you hate this, but yes, you really should do it anyway.
Rewarding Days
2, 3, 18, 19, 22, 29
Challenging Days
10, 11, 12, 16, 17, 30
Gemini | April
Relaxation and Recreation
You do love surprises and you’re definitely a prankster, Gemini, but this particular April Fool’s Day, you should be careful not to push the envelope too far—at least, not with people who won’t see you coming. The Moon in your clever, quick-witted sign will be on duty, so your humor will be especially keen. Be sure not to overdo it.
Lovers and Friends
On April 2, loving Venus will back up into ultra-sentimental Pisces, leaving fiery Aries behind just long enough to give us all another chance to find the right partner and/or the right work. In your case, finding a profession that more closely matches your belief system could be quite possible—provided you pay attention to the words of someone new who seems to know an awful lot about it.
Money and Success
Taurus is the sign that’s known for being a money magnet, Gemini, so when your ruling planet, Mercury, stops in his tracks to turn retrograde in that very sign on April 9, it’s a given that you, of all people, should be watchful and cautious in all money-oriented situations. Be especially careful to keep an eye on your wallet over the following three weeks.
Tricky Transits
On April 21, red-hot, passionate Mars will set off for your sign and your solar first house of personality, Gemini, so you should probably warn your dear ones that for the next couple of months … well, you might be just a tad confrontational. Of course, you’re never shy about expressing your opinions, but let’s just say that for the duration, you’ll be using a lot more exclamation points when you express yourself.
Rewarding Days
1, 10, 11, 23, 24, 25
Challenging Days
4, 20, 21, 22, 30
Gemini | May
Relaxation and Recreation
Your ruling planet, Mercury, has spent roughly six weeks in fast-moving Aries, Gemini, so finding time to kick back hasn’t been easy. Well, you’ll be happy to hear that as of May 16, when Mercury passes into solid, sensual Taurus, all that will change. As an added bonus, this touch-loving energy will spend three weeks in your dimly lit solar twelfth house. Yes, delightful indeed—or restful, at the very least!
Lovers and Friends
Loving Venus will spend the month in impatient Aries and your solar eleventh house of groups, Gemini, so if a friend suddenly appeals to you on far more than a platonic level, you’ll want to tell them all about it—right away. If you can be patient, you may not have to say a single word. Toss them a meaningful glance on May 23 or 24. That ought to do it.
Money and Success
With the Sun on duty in solid, comfort-loving Taurus until May 20 and Mercury set to join him there on May 16, you probably won’t be in the mood to do a whole lot of running around, Gemini, so your social tab will most likely be less than usual. Even takeout gets costly after a while, though. How long has it been since you actually cooked?
Tricky Transits
A pile-up of cardinal energies on May 22 could make for a rough start to the workweek, Gemini. If you’re barraged by added duties as soon as you walk through the office door, that urge to walk right back out could resurface. Just be sure you have plan B ready to go before you literally quit your day job.
Rewarding Days
7, 12, 15, 17, 25, 26, 30
Challenging Days
5, 6, 10, 11, 16, 27
Gemini | June
Relaxation and Recreation
At least half of the planets will be in fire and air signs at any given time this month, Gemini, which means that momentary lull in your social schedule will come to a rapid-fire end. Look to June 6, 7, and 8 for the return of an old lover or friend or for a brand-new someone who’s oddly familiar to storm into your life.
Lovers and Friends
Your current sweetheart may need to step aside and give you some time to iron out some family issues this month, Gemini—and you really shouldn’t be afraid to ask for all the time you need, especially around June 28 or 29. A loved one could come to you with a problem that seems—to them, anyway—impossible to solve, when all they really need is a bit of loving advice.
Money and Success
By month’s end, three planets will be on duty in home-oriented Cancer and your solar second house of personal money matters, Gemini—so yes, you should probably expect a family member or one of the kids to ask for some monetary help. If this is the first time, you’ll be more than willing. If not, you may need to think before you bail them out again.
Tricky Transits
The emotional Moon will be on duty in your sign from June 21 through June 23, Gemini, so absolutely everything you feel will be written all over your face. If you’re happy, of course, this will be delightful—but if you’re not and you’re trying to keep the peace between family and your sweetheart, you could have your work cut out for you.
Rewarding Days
3, 6, 7, 8, 13, 14
Challenging Days
4, 15, 16, 27, 28, 29
Gemini | July
Relaxation and Recreation
Life is like a carnival for you, Gemini, and this month, thanks to your ruling planet, Mercury, you’ll be right in the middle of it all. Mercury will spend just about three weeks in fiery, dramatic Leo, and in this sign, he’ll make sure that you steal the show, especially with regard to those folks you see every day who may have foolishly forgotten just how wonderful and witty you really are.
Lovers and Friends
Jupiter in partner-loving Libra and your solar fifth house of lovers will be dancing with the lovely lady Venus all month, Gemini, and since she’s in your sign and your solar first house of personality and appearance, it’s easy to see how you’ll probably be spending very little time alone. In fact, if you’re looking for privacy—regardless of why—you may need to play sick.
Money and Success
Mars has never been known for his patience, Gemini, much less his self-restraint, and he’s currently on duty in your solar second house of personal finances and money matters. Obviously, if you have shopping to do, a chaperone is in order. Choose someone with a strong disposition who knows you well enough to risk irritating you if it means saving your credit rating.
Tricky Transits
On July 17, loving Venus—who just so happens to be on duty in your sign, by the way—will form an active square with dreamy Neptune. Now, this is the stuff that love at first sight is made of—but only time will tell if that’s what you’ve found. In the meantime, enjoy the pink cloud under your feet, but don’t hop on a plane to Vegas. Wait and see. Please.
Rewarding Days
4, 6, 7, 18, 19, 28
Challenging Days
13, 16, 17, 23, 24, 25
Gemini | August
Relaxation and Recreation
Mercury is in your solar fourth house of home and family matters, all done up in detail-oriented Virgo. He’ll stay on duty here all month, urging you to clean up, get organized, and tend to the mundane details of daily life. He’ll turn retrograde on August 12, so if you need to revisit a project or huddle up with your loved ones to get closure, you’ll be well equipped for the job.
Lovers and Friends
Generous Jupiter has been doling out goodies to you from his spot in your solar fifth house of lovers and playmates for just about a year now, Gemini, but he’ll be moving on in October. This means you have about two months to ensure that whatever is at the top of your current wish list happens. Travel, maybe? Or do you just really need to tell someone you think they’re amazing?
Money and Success
Loving Venus in family-loving Cancer will spend most of this month in your solar second house of finances, Gemini. Once again, you may need to unexpectedly raid your piggy bank to fund the needs of a child or to take care of a domestic issue that has surfaced again and is absolutely demanding your attention this time around.
Tricky Transits
There will be two eclipses this month, Gemini, on August 7 and 21. They’re challenging you to change your mind about a subject you’ve been quite adamant about for a very long time—which means it definitely won’t be easy. Your mission is to resist the urge to hang on to your former beliefs just because they’re comfortable. How do you really feel?
Rewarding Days
3, 10, 13, 22, 23
Challenging Days
4, 11, 12, 15, 16, 17
Gemini | September
Relaxation and Recreation
That problem we talked about last month that was keeping you from enjoying your time at home with the family? Well, it might not be solved until after September 5, when fiery Mars storms onto the scene and helps you put your foot down, once and for all. Fortunately, if you step firmly, this might be the last time you’ll have to.
Lovers and Friends
The clock is ticking, Gemini. Jupiter will leave your solar fifth house of lovers on October 10, so if you’ve been holding off on telling someone that you just adore them, there’s no time like the present. Oh, and don’t be surprised if that same someone beats you to the punch—finally! In any case, live it up now. Duty will be calling on you very shortly.
Money and Success
The Full Moon in ultra-sensitive Pisces will set up shop in your solar tenth house of career matters on September 6, Gemini, just a day after Mars sets off for hardworking Virgo. If you’ve been looking for a way to turn the hobby you love or the cause you live for into your actual occupation, there’s no time like the present to get out there and shake some hands.
Tricky Transits
Just as the New Moon in precise, meticulous Virgo arrives on September 20, Gemini, the lovely lady Venus will set off for that same sign. Now, all this will occur in your solar fourth house of home, which has been a very busy place lately, but not to worry. It looks as if you’ll just have to put the finishing touches on a pet project that’s near and dear to your heart.
Rewarding Days
4, 5, 9, 12, 15
Challenging Days
1, 3, 16, 26, 27, 28
Gemini | October
Relaxation and Recreation
The New Moon on October 19 will occur in friendly, companionable Libra and your solar fifth house of lovers and playmates, Gemini, setting you up for some serious fun, at the very least. If you’re attached, you two really should spend some quality time alone together, but if you’re not … well, that’s a different story. Go forth, circulate, and socialize. Someone new and delightful may be on the menu.
Lovers and Friends
And speaking of socializing, if you’re thinking of taking off for a day or two in search of a new adventure, look to the weekend of October 28. Your mission will be to acquire some quality company and ignore your phone, tablet, and computer—and all electronic gadgets in general. Don’t panic. We’re not talking days—just long enough to enjoy what’s right there in front of you.
Money and Success
On October 10, Jupiter will set off for Scorpio and your solar sixth house, Gemini, marking the start of a year’s worth of intensity on the job for you. Might be that you land a long-term project that will take up a lot more of your time. Might be that you land a delicious coworker and you two end up spending every waking moment you can together.
Tricky Transits
Venus in detail-oriented Virgo will square off with Saturn in expansive Sagittarius on October 8, making it a bit too easy to be quite a bit dismissive of someone just because you disagree. Keep your mind open to new ideas. Oh, and be careful not to let something unimportant come between you and a loved one—even if it’s an especially irritating habit. We’ve all got ’em.
Rewarding Days
12, 13, 14, 15, 16, 19
Challenging Days
7, 8, 9, 11, 18, 26, 27
Gemini | November
Relaxation and Recreation
Thanksgiving looks to be quite a time for you, Gemini. The emotional Moon in surprising Aquarius will be on duty in your solar ninth house of far-off places and long-distance loved ones, so you might be getting ready to visit someone you haven’t seen in far too long. Lovely. And there’s another option: a long-lost friend or family member could crash dinner at your mom’s.
Lovers and Friends
Love at first sight will most definitely be a possibility on November 16, Gemini, when loving Venus and dreamy Neptune come together in an easy trine aspect. The thing is, Venus will be in sexy Scorpio, so lust will also most definitely be part of the equation. Keep that in mind before you start making wedding plans. Take your time. Drive it a while before you buy it.
Money and Success
An old financial dispute could come up once again around November 18 or 19, Gemini, and this time around, it won’t be easy to ignore. The New Moon in intense, determined Scorpio will make it impossible to forget about, too. Do yourself a favor and tackle this thing head-on. It could be the only way your brain will give you any peace.
Tricky Transits
A testy pack of rather intoxicating energies will come together on November 13, Gemini, making this a prime time to manipulate or be manipulated. If your gut tells you that someone—a coworker, perhaps—is trying to brainwash or convert you to their way of thinking, don’t question it. That could be exactly what’s going on. Don’t make any changes until you’re ready.
Rewarding Days
5, 6, 11, 12, 22, 23, 24
Challenging Days
13, 16, 18, 19
Gemini | December
Relaxation and Recreation
The party’s on, Gemini—and not a moment too soon, I’ll bet. After all that intensity last month, you’re ready to have some serious fun. Fortunately, Venus, Mercury, and the Sun are all very much on board with that idea, and since they’re all done up in playful, excessive Sagittarius and in your solar seventh house of one-to-one relationships—well, just nap when you can.
On December 25, loving Venus will get together with stable, responsible Saturn, combined energies that easily conjure a wonderful sense of contentment. You’ll feel it most especially if you’re looking around a table and seeing nothing but well-loved familiar faces, but if you’ve really been though it recently and come out on the other side, take just a moment to give yourself a well-deserved pat on the back.
Money and Success
Any serious conversations you’ve been putting off will go quite well if you have a sit-down around December 6 and 7, Gemini. Mercury, Saturn, and Mars will see to it that all parties concerned are willing to at least listen and possibly even negotiate. Your mission is to be even more open to compromise, especially if this dispute has been going on for a very long time.
Tricky Transits
Your ruling planet, Mercury, will retrograde through your solar seventh house from December 3 through December 22, Gemini, so you may find yourself dealing a whole lot with folks you know who haven’t been around much lately—if at all. The good news is that most of them will make your holidays even happier, and anyone who’s irritating will be easy to blow off.
Rewarding Days
6, 7, 8, 11, 12, 20, 26, 31
Challenging Days
4, 5, 19, 21, 22
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Gemini Action Table These dates reflect the best—but not the only—times for success and ease in these activities, according to your Sun sign. |
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JAN |
FEB |
MAR |
APR |
MAY |
JUN |
JUL |
AUG |
SEP |
OCT |
NOV |
DEC |
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Move |
3, 11 |
1 |
23 |
20 |
18, 20 |
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Start a class |
23, 27 |
20, 21 |
24, 30 |
9, 27, 28 |
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Join a club |
2, 3 |
27 |
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Ask for a raise |
20, 29 |
24 |
19 |
1, 24 |
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Get professional advice |
11, 22 |
24 |
22, 27 |
16 |
9, 26, 27 |
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Get a loan |
9 |
10, 25 |
7 |
22, 27 |
19 |
18 |
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New romance |
20 |
18, 19 |
24 |
10, 24 |
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Vacation |
23 |
16, 20 |
10, 17 |
16 |
6, 7 |
11 |
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16,27 |
8 |
20 |
27 |
31 |
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