Aries (March 20-April 19) — With lots happening in Aries this week, including the grand entrance of Chiron into your sign, you might expect to be dashing about like a dog on a mission. However, the changes need time to shake and settle themselves into place, and so do you. Mercury is stationing direct; and a New Moon is taking place amid the conjunction that’s defined the last couple of years. Both events are suggestive of pausing and reflecting on the recent past, in terms of how that’s been for you. Doing so should enable you to move on when you’re ready, with a clear focus on the path you need to take. Note that Chiron in Aries will pose certain questions surrounding identity for all of us; this is true of you in particular. — by Amy Elliott. For your Eric Francis horoscope this week, please see this link.

Taurus (April 19-May 20) — Uncertainty and sudden change are not much fun for human beings, as we’re more often than not creatures of routine. You’ve just experienced about seven years of Uranus moving through an area in your chart associated with your inner life, and your deepest emotions and thoughts; essentially turning you inside out and bringing you face-to-face with the most secret parts of yourself. Now Chiron is about to cover the same ground, which likely heralds a phase of rebuilding after the chaos. You might be tempted to reinstate old habits, especially if they meant stability for you. Be careful not to let that happen. You’re free to establish an entirely new order of operations. — by Amy Elliott. For your Eric Francis horoscope this week, please see this link.

Taurus Birthdays 2018:

Are You Ready to Surprise Yourself This Year?

“I’ve known Eric Francis and his work since 1997; we did a phone reading. He was my lifeline, which helped through 15 years of raising two boys solo, and he’s still helping me through life/identity crisis, post children. His vision is uncanny — he seems to know Taureans better than we know ourselves.”

— Leo L.

Dear Friend and Reader:

Are you ready for this year? Uranus, the planet of the unexpected, arrives in your sign in less than five weeks. And Chiron — raiser of awareness — begins its transition into the most veiled part of your chart in less than one week.

Translation: how you experience yourself — both consciously and unconsciously — is about to change shape. Or to put it another way: get ready to surprise yourself.

Speaking as someone with her Sun in Taurus, I am well aware that unexpected changes, particularly the kind that seem to happen forcibly through outside factors, can be incredibly challenging. Yet, I’ve also discovered that the more I initiate doing things in a new way, or allow a new part of myself to emerge and develop, the happier I am. I’m actually curious to see how that unfolds when Uranus arrives in my Sun sign.

You can bet that Eric is going to cover this dynamic and the sign changes of Chiron and Uranus in your 2018 Taurus Birthday Reading.

If you read your annual reading for Taurus (The Art of Becoming), you have some sense of what to expect. But Eric creates the birthday readings fresh; and when he records your two segments of audio astrology (at least 30 minutes each), he’ll have the benefit of Chiron’s first weeks in Aries to draw from.

When you pre-order your 2018 Taurus Birthday Reading, you lock in the lowest price we offer. As the reading nears publication, the price increases. If you’d rather place your order by phone, you may call us on (877) 453-8265 from within the U.S., or (206) 567-4455 internationally, during Eastern business hours.

“Ah Eric — just listened to your reading. I was moved to tears by your closing words. Your passion, deep care and love always shine through; and you have the gift of all great teachers, of making one feel that one is being personally addressed, respected and taken care of.”

— Liz Glanville

Wishing you all the best for the upcoming Taurus season,

Amanda Painter

Gemini (May 20-June 21) — Mercury stationing direct in Aries is likely to reveal some fundamental truth about the way you relate to your community. Chiron entering the same sign will probably follow this up more slowly and in a wider context. Your sense of identity has natural roots in your social environment, which can vary considerably in terms of breadth. In a way, what you can do in the world depends on how open-minded you are about what constitutes your community; that is, who is included, and who is not. Chiron’s presence in this region of your life may well, over time, help you to stretch those borders — and likewise your potential for growth. But you must be willing to receive the ideas. — by Amy Elliott. For your Eric Francis horoscope this week, please see this link.

Cancer (June 21-July 22) — With Chiron entering your house of career and ambitions, it’s possible that over the next few years your understanding of your life’s work and direction will open up in ways you might not have thought possible. If you’ve placed any kind of limit on your imagination, this may well represent an opportunity to remove the guardrails and stretch your wings. This is especially the case if you’ve been inclined to allow other people, or the wish for their approval, to define your boundaries: it’s natural to want to be accepted, but you can’t live your life on that basis. Standing out and being boldly yourself regardless of reaction may be scary; but you’re about to discover that nothing else will do. — by Amy Elliott. For your Eric Francis horoscope this week, please see this link.

Leo (July 22-Aug. 23) — The ultimate point of any spiritual endeavor, ranging the whole gamut from one divination session to a decades-long committed path, boils down to two essential questions: who you are now, and who you can become. We each contain a universe within ourselves, and therefore our potential remains infinite. To a degree, you know this intuitively; yet sometimes it’s not easy to find the thread, because of the myriad ways our culture works to contain us and place us into neat little demographic boxes, the easier to manipulate and control. With Chiron about to enter the realm of your personal faith, you have the opportunity to grasp at the real truth, and maintain a firm grip. — by Amy Elliott. For your Eric Francis horoscope this week, please see this link.

Virgo (Aug. 23-Sep. 22) — This week’s events in your 8th solar house shed light on how you sometimes invest most, if not all, of your self-worth in the concept of usefulness. That’s to say, you tend to consider yourself almost invalid unless you are helping someone else, and consequently might feel that your identity and purpose are bound up in that work. It would perhaps help you to understand that you are, in fact, a separate entity, and that you have a mission all your own. Chiron entering this delicate space in your chart should better reconcile you to this idea. Caring for others is an important role; it’s essential, however, that in carrying it out you find rather than lose yourself. — by Amy Elliott. For your Eric Francis horoscope this week, please see this link.

Libra (Sep. 22-Oct. 23) — Your sign has a unique perspective on relationships; you can understand, as if innately, the tendency we all have to project onto others in various ways. Chiron entering your opposite sign will probably help you fine-tune that skill. It should also, through your observations of others, help you to turn the searchlight of your gaze inward. Mercury stationing direct in the same sign could very well kick off this process; revealing a key truth about where you place yourself in the context of your interactions with others, and what that means regarding your sense of self and independence. Over the next few years, you may find you’re the one setting an example in terms of relating without compromise. — by Amy Elliott. For your Eric Francis horoscope this week, please see this link.

Scorpio (Oct. 23-Nov. 22) — Uranus moving through your region of work and daily habits undoubtedly caused fundamental alterations to the way you view and spend the majority of your time. In the best-case scenario, the details of how you work and live would be an accurate reflection of who you are and of the values you seek to uphold. Uranus can often feel like an electric jolt in its influence, and it may have been a Herculean task to form any kind of stable working regimen. Chiron’s energy is much better suited to the focus this process requires. While Mercury is still changing direction, it might help if you first spend some time meditating on where you want this next phase of your life to go. — by Amy Elliott. For your Eric Francis horoscope this week, please see this link.

Sagittarius (Nov. 22-Dec. 22) — Your sign would rarely be considered to have any trouble with frankness or honesty. If anything, your penchant for saying what’s true can get other people rattled. Yet Chiron’s forthcoming change of sign might address the question of what you don’t express when it comes to your deeper desires. Sometimes we can be almost blunt on some matters in order to mask our feelings about others. Chiron is a congenial planet for you. Its presence is likely to open you up increasingly to what you really want, and assist you in removing any vestige of shame you may feel about owning the unique desires and creative urges that make you who you are. — by Amy Elliott. For your Eric Francis horoscope this week, please see this link.

Capricorn (Dec. 22-Jan. 20) — Part of the reason early experiences can be so powerful an influence on our lives is because the younger you are, the more your brain is like a blank canvas, and the greater the range of potential. Youth is impressionable, and so what we learn growing up is important. It’s also true, however, that you don’t have to settle into a fixed perspective as you age. The adult brain is surprisingly elastic, especially if you keep actively learning. You’re almost certainly about to develop a fresh outlook on the people and events of former days, and especially on the restrictions these may have placed on you. Give this process the time and effort it needs, and the result could be incredibly liberating. — by Amy Elliott. For your Eric Francis horoscope this week, please see this link.

Aquarius (Jan. 20-Feb. 19) — In popular culture Aquarius is often portrayed as something of a maverick, owing to the influence of your sign’s modern ruler Uranus. It’s true that you generally bring something fresh and lively to the conversation. Yet Saturn was the original ruler, and it shows: in uncertain times, you may cling to what you’ve always known for safety. Recent events have been guiding you slowly to detach your grip, and embrace the potential in your Uranian side. Chiron, which also contains both facets, is offering you the chance to work with them together in a purer harmony. Understanding how each is important to you is the first point. Once you’ve accomplished that, the potential for what you can do is almost infinite. — by Amy Elliott. For your Eric Francis horoscope this week, please see this link.

Pisces (Feb. 19-March 20) — The big moment of Chiron leaving your sign and entering your 2nd house finally arrives Tuesday, and the chances are you’re more than ready. The past few weeks have likely afforded you key information on what feeds your self-esteem and self-concept; the eight years of Chiron in Pisces have underpinned all of that, by refining your sense of identity. During the next year or so, as Chiron completes its transition, be prepared to focus and hone that sense to near-perfection. You’re in the process of bringing something truly beautiful into the world, the more so because it is bathed in the essence of you. With Chiron’s aid, you will hopefully come to realize just how true that is. — by Amy Elliott. For your Eric Francis horoscope this week, please see this link.

Aries (March 20-April 19) — You seem to be taking matters pretty much in your stride, with something of a determination to move forward in career-related ambitions regardless of pesky little things like the present Mercury retrograde. To a large extent you may feel that you’re somewhat of an open book. There’s a deeper revolution taking place, though it’s not yet quite visible; this may be unsettling, but take each day as it comes and stand firm in who you are. It’s certainly necessary to communicate consciously and carefully for a while; this need not, however, compromise your essential honesty. People will know you by your actions. — by Amy Elliott. For your Eric Francis horoscope this week, please see this link.

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Dear Friend and Reader:

I’ve finished the Aries reading, and thought I would share a few short notes. Sometimes I go into the reading with a loose plan, and then something new comes through. That happened tonight.

I began with a discussion of the “inner life,” which has pretty much been eviscerated from our contemporary existence — turned inside out by being inundated with electronic media. This shows up for Aries as Uranus having been in your birth sign for seven years, along with the many events involving Uranus (seven passes of the Uranus-Pluto square, three of Uranus conjunct Eris, and others).

Yet while this was going on, Chiron was present in your 12th house, providing a point of inner orientation, which was indispensable. Chiron in Pisces offers direct spiritual access; and for you, a tap into the inner light.

Now Chiron, fresh with all that energy, is going to infuse itself into Aries, and bring this soul growth up and out into the conscious level of your personality awareness. Soon after this happens, Uranus leaves your sign and enters Taurus, which will ground you in your body, cool off that Uranian energy, and give you a break from the relentless pressure you’ve been under.

The other angle of your chart that’s unusually active is your career house, Capricorn — where, last night, Mars and Saturn were still in a conjunction. Based on this and other factors, I describe the unusual openings that will be available to you, allowing you to both challenge existing norms and authority, and to work with these things to further your own ends.

The reading is about 80 minutes in two parts. I have not added music yet; I will do that soon. I felt it was more important to get it into your hands.

You may get instant access here. For more options, please go to this link. You can also purchase by phone by calling us at (845) 481-5616.

It’s been excellent to do this work for you.

With love,

PS — Here is access to last year’s audio reading, and last year’s written reading from The Book of Your Life.

Taurus (April 19-May 20) — The deep work you’ve been doing for a while now is likely to pay dividends this week. The astrology describes you having a flash of insight, as if several disparate things suddenly fall into a neat pattern; and a clear-sighted vision of future potential, of the sort that’s usually shrouded in a murky fog somewhere in the distance. You may find you’re abruptly aware of your power and your abilities in a way that’s never been quite so evident before. Write down your sensations; you might need to refer back to them. Make a commitment to yourself to take them seriously. You deserve the freedom to pursue your dreams. — by Amy Elliott. For your Eric Francis horoscope this week, please see this link.

Gemini (May 20-June 21) — You may find yourself, if somewhat reluctantly, revisiting old ground in terms of the influence someone has had on your life. This would be part of forging a fresh commitment to your independence and to the things that help you feel free to be yourself. If a close relationship has changed, you might need to restructure your routines and habits. Take advantage of the moment and seek to accommodate the kind of activities that really make you happy, whether that be something creative, fun with others, or whatever. Feel free to experiment for as long as you need to, and to enjoy yourself in the process. — by Amy Elliott. For your Eric Francis horoscope this week, please see this link.

Cancer (June 21-July 22) — This week may develop a new feeling of devotion or purpose in terms of your relationships. To some extent this may be working on the intuitive level for a while: you’re likely to sense it before you understand it entirely. You might benefit from paying close attention to any particularly strong emotions you experience over the next week or two; consider it research, which may lead to your growth as a person. You could feel more strongly identified than usual with your partnerships and those you love, though remember that you are a whole entity, whose needs are separate from others’ — though they often overlap. — by Amy Elliott. For your Eric Francis horoscope this week, please see this link.

Leo (July 22-Aug. 23) — We often live for the great moments when our grandest plans come to fruition; that sense of fulfillment, and of faith in our power to bring it about, are among the beautiful experiences that bless life with a touch of romance. Yet between the dream and its shaping into concrete reality, there’s a large quantity of work. Hollywood often glosses over this with a montage, which has the unfortunate effect of making such things seem easier than they truly are. However, the challenges of perseverance bring their own reward. Stick at what you’re doing, even if you don’t get instant results. — by Amy Elliott. For your Eric Francis horoscope this week, please see this link.

Virgo (Aug. 23-Sep. 22) — It might be a good idea to keep a check on any desire you have to be useful to just about everyone on the planet, or an expert in everything. You’re usually in some danger of spreading yourself too thinly, and just now this risk is enhanced. Slow your pace; take one thing at a time, and be sure to delegate wherever appropriate. Your artistry is blossoming to a new level, and you need time and space to think, plan, dream and create. Convincing yourself that you deserve said time and space may be a challenge, but make the effort anyway. It’s possible to be of service in terms of quality as much as quantity. — by Amy Elliott. For your Eric Francis horoscope this week, please see this link.

Libra (Sep. 22-Oct. 23) — Over the past few weeks, you’ve likely been observing with unusual clarity in what measure your past experiences inform and affect your relationships today. You may also have noticed how this can work in reverse: how connections with those you love as an adult can gently alter your perspective on former times. Try working a little more intensively with that idea this week. It helps to remember that your feelings and needs are just as important as everyone else’s — something many tend to forget — and that a home in the truest sense is something you create. — by Amy Elliott. For your Eric Francis horoscope this week, please see this link.

Scorpio (Oct. 23-Nov. 22) — Current astrology seems to be urging patience and to some extent forbearance in your communications. This doesn’t mean clam up, put up or shut up. It’s more a case of understanding the effects of nuance in what you want to say. Putting yourself in the shoes of others will undoubtedly help immensely. You’re a natural at empathy, even if you’re not always confident of your skills; though it’s vital that you be kind to yourself, if you want to shine your brightest at showing compassion to those around you. That includes being alert to the nature of your feelings, especially what you might be reluctant to admit. — by Amy Elliott. For your Eric Francis horoscope this week, please see this link.

Sagittarius (Nov. 22-Dec. 22) — Astrology has it that there’s a relationship between self-esteem, deeply held values, and resources, centering in the concept of integrity. Examples include bestowing your time and money on a cause you really believe in, which in turn can boost your self-confidence. This week would likely be a good one to apply some discernment around what you do with the majority of your energy and will. That should help you redirect your efforts from anything that’s wasting or draining your strength, however appealing it might have seemed once, to work you can endorse right now with all your soul. — by Amy Elliott. For your Eric Francis horoscope this week, please see this link.

Capricorn (Dec. 22-Jan. 20) — To try and be the best person you can be is a useful plan at any time. Particularly now, though, you could actually develop a clear view of what that looks like for you. This will probably take a while to forge itself into a definite shape; be patient, and don’t force the issue. Just hold in your mind a sincere desire to grow into your vocation. Pay attention to what’s happening in your environment, which is likely to provide some clues. Understanding how you make your choices could also prove valuable. Above all, trust your judgment. This is a decision for you alone, and no-one has the right to narrow your field of options. — by Amy Elliott. For your Eric Francis horoscope this week, please see this link.

Aquarius (Jan. 20-Feb. 19) — Our social framework seems not to favor entirely honest communication, including with ourselves. There’s a weirdness to the way that plays out in the present atmosphere of posting unfiltered trivialities on social media. Learning to be clear with oneself can be complicated with a temptation to broadcast one’s findings immediately, and discretion becomes a fine line to tread. What might help, this week, is for you to insert an obligatory break between having a revelation and sharing it. If you do discover something, chances are you’ll need time to decipher its full import. Treat it as delicately as an archaeological dig. — by Amy Elliott. For your Eric Francis horoscope this week, please see this link.

Pisces (Feb. 19-March 20) — There would seem to be rather a heavy emphasis on your social world at present. If you enjoy this sort of thing, by all means let your hair down and have a good time. Be wary, though, of any indication that it might be getting too much. If you feel as if your energies are being diffused, consider which activities you can cut out. Prioritize real-world encounters over virtual; the former are more likely to be satisfying, relaxing or grounding. If necessary, take a break altogether until you feel ready to re-engage. You are most likely to benefit just now from your contacts being of the deep and thorough sort. — by Amy Elliott. For your Eric Francis horoscope this week, please see this link.

Aries (March 20-April 19) — This week’s New Moon a few degrees shy of your sign, combined with Mars entering your 10th house of career and ambition, could see you propelled forward into new territory with comparatively little effort. This may well result from work you’ve already put in. It’s likely you’ll be at least somewhat prepared for whatever reward or progress is in the air, though additional research is rarely a bad thing; and preferably you’ll want to sketch out some idea of where you’re heading within the next few days, then refine and develop it gradually. — by Amy Elliott. For your Eric Francis horoscope this week, please see this link.

Taurus (April 19-May 20) — It’s time for you to get real about your spiritual goals, as in whether the direction you’re currently following is helping you meet them, or to grow. The forthcoming New Moon will shed light on certain healing needs, to which you would probably be wise to pay more attention. After all, every developmental path is to some extent dependent on our being aware of our own feelings, and on the process of uncovering the unconscious ones. Is there a particular issue you’ve been neglecting? If so, now’s the moment to dig it out and seek to understand it. — by Amy Elliott. For your Eric Francis horoscope this week, please see this link.

Gemini (May 20-June 21) — You seem to be reaching a new level of clarity regarding the relationship between how people treat you and how you act toward them. That is to say: if you’ve felt others encroaching on your precious time and energy, you may now understand better how they’re getting past your defenses. Likewise, if someone isn’t reacting as you expect or wish, you might discover something in your behavior that’s possibly contributing. Don’t let this enervate you; instead, treat knowledge as power, and use it constructively to effect the changes you need. — by Amy Elliott. For your Eric Francis horoscope this week, please see this link.

Cancer (June 21-July 22) — Saturday’s New Moon would appear to be something of a watershed moment in terms of your personal growth. You’ll probably want to take a look back at your recent progress, and apply careful scrutiny to ideas and actions both past and present. One aspect that may need to go under the microscope involves the people closest to you: you might ask whether each is supporting you in being yourself and pursuing your ideals, or not so much. You can afford to be discerning with your time and attention, so don’t fall for any bullshit. — by Amy Elliott. For your Eric Francis horoscope this week, please see this link.

Leo (July 22-Aug. 23) — It would seem you have some long-held plans that you’re ready to bring to fruition, but something is preventing you from beginning. Potentially this has to do with concerns about how your work will be received, or of making errors. To a large extent you can ameliorate both with cautious planning; though in any case, keep going. You’ve worked hard and built up a lot of ground, and you may consider the next logical step as part of the natural flow of the process. By all means examine any fears you have, but don’t let them get the better of you. — by Amy Elliott. For your Eric Francis horoscope this week, please see this link.

Virgo (Aug. 23-Sep. 22) — The Pisces New Moon this week offers the potential for deep healing in a particular relationship issue, which may stem originally from a hidden insecurity. It may have plagued you for years; now suddenly an entirely new and refreshing perspective appears to be opening, allowing you to spot the key to overcoming this challenge. This will involve effort and creative thinking, and it might take a few weeks for you to feel you’ve gotten somewhere. That’s okay — once you’re decidedly on the right track, the onward journey should be a good deal smoother. — by Amy Elliott. For your Eric Francis horoscope this week, please see this link.

Libra (Sep. 22-Oct. 23) — It’s a truth commonly acknowledged (at least, on the pages of Planet Waves) that we often carry over to our adult relationships habits and feelings from childhood. We don’t always recognize them, and occasionally our reactions can therefore take us by surprise. This week, you may find that one such mechanism, at least, has outlived its usefulness. This might have to do with self-confidence, or perhaps putting someone else’s wishes before your need to be fully open, in order to preserve the peace. Try being yourself anyway; the results may surprise you. — by Amy Elliott. For your Eric Francis horoscope this week, please see this link.

Scorpio (Oct. 23-Nov. 22) — This week’s astrology seems to open up some fertile creative ground, though in order to make full use of that energy you will probably need to collaborate, or at least call in advice. This isn’t the same thing as losing autonomy on your projects. You can be discerning in relation to what you discuss with whom. That said, it would be useful for you to be clear on the difference between retaining your copyright, so to speak, and refusing help out of stubbornness. If you take courage and ask, the chances are you’ll get precisely what you need. — by Amy Elliott. For your Eric Francis horoscope this week, please see this link.

Sagittarius (Nov. 22-Dec. 22) — Your charts would seem to indicate that, recently, you’ve been inclined to wariness or hesitancy in terms of going after what you desire. This isn’t like you, and probably it’s been discomfiting to some degree. Mars entering your 2nd house, however, will hopefully provide you with the encouragement you need. What you’re looking for, in a way, is the sweet spot between inaction and recklessness, otherwise known as proceeding sensibly and with due care. Persistence in the face of challenges would be a useful ingredient. — by Amy Elliott. For your Eric Francis horoscope this week, please see this link.

Capricorn (Dec. 22-Jan. 20) — Mars entering your sign Saturday should bring a welcome boost of energy, and a certain sense of validation if lately you’ve been feeling self-doubt. It’s possible that you’ve been visited in recent days by the ghost of a trouble you’d dealt with in the past. If so, treat it as a reminder of how far you’ve come since. This theme is likely to recur over the next month or so; it’s an opportunity for you to lay to rest for good many facets of your early days that have served to hold you back, and to taste freedom on a scale you might never have known before. — by Amy Elliott. For your Eric Francis horoscope this week, please see this link.

Aquarius (Jan. 20-Feb. 19) — You’re probably getting somewhat sick of all this emphasis on your 12th house, as if you hadn’t done enough work tidying the closets of your inner being. This week should see you getting a change of air, so to speak; a real shift in the process of healing that you’ve undertaken, and a feeling of solidity in your self-image that you’ve probably missed for a while. By now you have a new understanding of who you are and what you’re capable of. This is an achievement of which you have every right to feel proud. I hope you do. — by Amy Elliott. For your Eric Francis horoscope this week, please see this link.

The Perfect Reading for Your Growth and Happiness

“Eric, as a Pisces I really appreciate all your readings, as they have truly helped me push past the insecurities and become a truly wonderful person with greater strength to become ME. Thanks so much!”

 — Susan Andrews

Dear Friend with Pisces Sun, Rising or Moon:

Eric recorded two in-depth segments of audio astrology for your 2018 Birthday Reading in time for the recent Full Moon in your opposite sign. And now, with the Pisces New Moon coming this weekend, you have an ideal time to immerse yourself in your astrology for the next 12 months and get yourself pointed in the right direction.

Eric considers his job to be providing encouragement, reassurance, and actual information about your transits. He does his best to provide just that.

“The past few years have been very difficult on many levels and it has been the readings I get through you that keep me going. Always, absolutely right on, every one of them.”

— Rhonda

This is a mellow, but detailed, reading, which starts with a long discussion of relationships and the need to be discerning. That is directly related to claiming your full value in the world, and feeling good about yourself: what some call self-esteem.

“I have just listened to your Part 1 and Part 2 readings and I am amazed at how accurate it has been. Like you have a telescope watching me shed a skin and transform into a totally changed person in the last 10 years.”

— Pauline

Eric begins with two different interpretations of the recent Virgo Full Moon, and then talks about the ingress of planets from water sign Pisces to fire sign Aries. Mercury and Venus have already made the switch; Chiron follows suit in April. The second segment mainly focuses on career, profession and community involvement — this is a discussion of Saturn moving from Sagittarius into Capricorn.

“Thank you for your dedication to these audio segments. I’ve spent my free moments today listening to my Sun sign Sagg, my rising and Moon Pisces, and Aquarius where I have Saturn in the last degree and is the sun sign of significant others. No longer am I amazed that what you convey is spot on… it’s just the way things are.”

— Rob Moore

Note that while the current price is still only $44, the final price will increase to $66.

If you have never gotten one of Eric’s audio readings, you’re invited to listen to last year’s Pisces Birthday Reading as a gift from us. Once you do, you can secure the current price by ordering the 2018 Pisces Birthday Reading, and get instant access to the perfect guide to the next steps along your path.

Yours & truly,

Pisces (Feb. 19-March 20) — The New Moon this week is pivotal, acting as a kind of checkpoint for reviewing the eight-year sojourn of Chiron through your sign, and hopefully giving you a glimpse forward into life after Chiron enters Aries. For you, this may feel particularly like renewal, to the point of a metaphorical rebirth. That situation could take time to develop fully. In the meantime, consider this a reasonable moment to give thanks, raise a glass and celebrate what you’ve accomplished. You’ll still have plenty of time to get cracking on whatever’s next in your sights. — by Amy Elliott. For your Eric Francis horoscope this week, please see this link.

Aries (March 20-April 19) — Most of the human race is having an identity crisis right now, linked to the disruption that’s taking place all around us. It’s not easy, in these circumstances, to focus on living productively or to find a guidance system you can hold to firmly amid the ever-changing face of the world. Yet it can be done, if you only look within. The golden thread of integrity is there, and all the rulebooks ever written can’t replace it. More than ever, the wisdom of your inner compass is crucial. Do what you can to keep it within reach. — by Amy Elliott. For your Eric Francis horoscope this week, please see this link.

Taurus (April 19-May 20) — When we form strong and loving connections with other people, they do wonders for our deep healing. You might see Jupiter’s station retrograde in your opposite sign as a gift that allows you to take in the warmth of companionship and let it fill you up. This is an active process, however; among other things, it requires that you place trust in what you’re offered, and that you communicate your needs clearly. Perhaps even more importantly, don’t forget to return the favor or pass it on. Love shared is love multiplied. — by Amy Elliott. For your Eric Francis horoscope this week, please see this link.

Gemini (May 20-June 21) — Over the past few months, you’ve perhaps learned to consider the details of your daily life more in terms of the bigger picture. Astrology connects our regular routines with the concept of service. What you may find in the coming season is a more accurate sense of your calling, made clearer by recent experiences and changes. What you offer to the world is intimately connected with who you are, and with that unique gift which you, and only you, possess. When you’re doing that every day, it won’t feel nearly so much like work. — by Amy Elliott. For your Eric Francis horoscope this week, please see this link.

Cancer (June 21-July 22) — What ultimately underpins your success? This question might absorb at least some of your attention as Jupiter turns retrograde in your solar 5th house. This is the house of creativity and art, and everything that means; particularly with Scorpio there, with its connection to the deeper concepts of life, it is also incredibly profound. What this adds up to is an understanding that you cannot and must not compromise on how you spend your energy. You need the freedom to be yourself as a foundation. Be discerning. — by Amy Elliott. For your Eric Francis horoscope this week, please see this link.

Leo (July 22-Aug. 23) — You need to recognize that you are a complex being, full of intricate and occasionally even contradictory qualities, like a puzzle. If something is holding you back from pursuing your aspirations, chances are you’ll find the root cause, or at least a clue, by digging around in the past — which is not the same as getting lost there; it’s about knowledge and perspective. Becoming who you want to be often just means accepting and seeing who you are, which can actually strengthen your ability to deal with any underlying issues. — by Amy Elliott. For your Eric Francis horoscope this week, please see this link.

Virgo (Aug. 23-Sep. 22) — Many natives of your sign are used to the idea of working behind the scenes, preferably as quietly and anonymously as possible. There is a certain safety in being useful to someone else. Unfortunately — or perhaps fortunately — this is no longer enough. Recent events have coaxed you out of your shell, if only just a little; absorbing the lessons of those experiences will surely help draw you out further. It’s time to do precisely that, and take the risk of speaking in your own voice. It’s not nearly as risky as you think. — by Amy Elliott. For your Eric Francis horoscope this week, please see this link.

Libra (Sep. 22-Oct. 23) — You may be getting a fresh perspective on partnerships of all kinds; in particular regarding what can reasonably be expected, of you and of your loved ones. Self-esteem and holding to one’s values are keys here. A healthy relationship with yourself is the best way to make sure you’re independent of others, and that those others cannot overwhelm you with needs or demands. Too often we develop ways of interacting based on expectations and scripts. Resolve instead to proceed based on what is indubitably real. — by Amy Elliott. For your Eric Francis horoscope this week, please see this link.

Scorpio (Oct. 23-Nov. 22) — Jupiter in your sign is changing direction. That presents you with an opportunity to review the past few months and consider how the big planet’s presence has influenced your life so far. In particular, whether it’s helped you to express yourself more clearly and honestly, in the service of taking up your life mission. This would seem to be a developing theme over the next few weeks. It would probably be especially useful for you to spend some time figuring out what you’re not saying, and why. — by Amy Elliott. For your Eric Francis horoscope this week, please see this link.

Sagittarius (Nov. 22-Dec. 22) — Sagittarius is portrayed in popular tropes as a rather flighty and reckless sign, though naturally this is a misunderstanding. It’s just that early on you discovered the secret of being true to yourself and honest with others, which is really a deeply responsible way to live. Besides, what you’ve dealt with in the recent past has given you enough extra, added maturity that, emotionally speaking, you could lift a car. It would probably do you good to recognize this, and to give yourself all due credit. — by Amy Elliott. For your Eric Francis horoscope this week, please see this link.

Capricorn (Dec. 22-Jan. 20) — When trying to process a challenging experience, whether from the distant past or more recent, there can be a temptation to close yourself off. You might even let resentment bottle up until you find yourself lashing out, which doesn’t help anyone involved. There is a different way: you can open up, be vulnerable and trust those who love you best. That way also nourishes and broadens your sense of compassion and community. In the present environment we must do all we can to forge and strengthen human bonds. — by Amy Elliott. For your Eric Francis horoscope this week, please see this link.

Aquarius (Jan. 20-Feb. 19) — The last few months appear to have been something of a game-changer in terms of how you view your career or social standing. Potentially one specific issue may have rubbed you the wrong way, causing you to feel somewhat held back or disappointed. In the course of the next several weeks, you’ll almost certainly come to regard these events in an entirely different light. When the full pattern is revealed, what perhaps seems frustrating now will probably make a lot more sense by the time the solstice arrives. — by Amy Elliott. For your Eric Francis horoscope this week, please see this link.

Pisces Birthday Reading is Available for Instant Access

Dear Fellow Pisces, Pisces Rising or Pisces Lover:

Last week was crazy busy — finishing The Art of Becoming, keeping up with horoscopes and playing investigative reporter — but I just had to do the Pisces birthday reading in time for the Virgo Full Moon.

You can still get instant access to this reading at just $44; the final price will be $66.

My job is to provide encouragement, reassurance, and actual information about your transits. I do my best to provide just that.

This is a mellow but detailed reading, which starts with a long discussion of relationships and the need to be discerning. This is directly related to claiming your full value in the world, and feeling good about yourself: what some call self-esteem.

I expound on two different interpretations of the Virgo Full Moon — one based on my own writeup in the Daily News, and for contrast, the other based on Sally Brompton’s interpretation in The New York Post.

From there, I talk about the ingress of planets from water sign Pisces to fire sign Aries, which in the coming days will include Mercury and Venus, then Chiron.
In the second segment I talk mainly about career, profession and community involvement — this is a discussion of Saturn moving from Sagittarius into Capricorn.

There is plenty more. You can get a personal reading from me lasting 75 minutes for $555 — or a reading I would be very happy to get, 75 minutes for $44. Get instant access now.

Thank you for your business, and for trusting me as your astrologer.

With love,

P.S. The Art of Becoming is now ready. This reading is a very detailed report on Chiron moving from Pisces to Aries, among other things. You can get individual signs here.

P.P.S. You may access last year’s Pisces birthday reading here at no cost.

Pisces (Feb. 19-March 20) — The period since your traditional ruler Jupiter entered your 9th house has been a sort of living experiment in how much you can achieve, and how much progress you can make, in a really short space of time. For you, this retrograde phase is unlikely to be merely about reflection and review. It’s far more probable that you’re being called to shift gears, and to spend more time getting your message disseminated on a wider scale. To put it another way, it seems you need to get some practice in being utterly and delightfully shameless. — by Amy Elliott. For your Eric Francis horoscope this week, please see this link.

Aries (March 20-April 19) — Don’t fight the urge to go inward this week. The activity in your 12th house is pulling you into the deeper recesses of your mind; where, as in many a story, you’re likely to discover the key to the puzzle of your future path. It’s essential for our wellbeing that we come to understand all the parts of ourselves, and you are no different. There is nothing wrong with self-knowledge or self-acceptance being your major focus right now, if that’s what you need it to be. — by Amy Elliott. For your Eric Francis horoscope this week, please see this link.

Taurus (April 19-May 20) — It’s possible that you feel somewhat overwhelmed by the extent of your social engagements. Being a focus of attention may be agreeable for a while, but then eventually one tires of it, and wishes for more substantial fare. The key to navigating this is almost certainly one of balance. There’s no reason why you can’t enjoy the company of friends regularly, though for you these events will undoubtedly be all the sweeter if you also do something solo, or intended just for you, each day. — by Amy Elliott. For your Eric Francis horoscope this week, please see this link.

Gemini (May 20-June 21) — The decks are cleared for you to really focus on your ambitions, and get where you need to be. The chances are you know exactly where that is, though it wouldn’t hurt to check in with yourself now and then, to make sure you’re on precisely the best course. Any snags will likely be as a result of someone not quite understanding your viewpoint, or not quite willing to stand behind you. Cultivate the society of those who you know will support you without caveat or hesitation. — by Amy Elliott. For your Eric Francis horoscope this week, please see this link.

Cancer (June 21-July 22) — The next phase of your personal journey is in development, and you seem to be feeling that the changes can’t come too soon. You may need to secure a loose end or two before moving onward; regardless of whether this is the case, be sure to care for yourself and do whatever helps you relax and feel re-invigorated. You’ll probably reach the stage quite organically where you can simply let go of the stress of the past, and move on to exploring fresh ideas with childlike enthusiasm. — by Amy Elliott. For your Eric Francis horoscope this week, please see this link.

Leo (July 22-Aug. 23) — You’re more introspective than you care to admit, and just now you may be especially so. What you might not realize is that a healthy relationship with your innermost thoughts is an important foundation for self-esteem, and for your actions in the outer world also. True, these journeys into the mind can sometimes be dreamlike or insubstantial, or simply confusing, leading you to try and rationalize away your instincts, however useful they are. This week, try listening instead. — by Amy Elliott. For your Eric Francis horoscope this week, please see this link.

Virgo (Aug. 23-Sep. 22) — This week’s Full Moon is likely to feel somewhat pivotal for your relationships, in whatever state they currently happen to be. You’ll probably receive more attention than usual. That said, it appears best to avoid making plans that rely on your expectations of others. Focus on living in the moment and enjoying what comes your way, rather than plotting out a future in precise detail. Also, make an effort to listen to what others want, and then try to help them to it as far as you reasonably can. — by Amy Elliott. For your Eric Francis horoscope this week, please see this link.

Libra (Sep. 22-Oct. 23) — Too often, when it comes to the quality of daily life, people appear inclined to settle for what they have, without examining whether it could be better. Or they might seek material improvements only, regardless of whether that contributes to spiritual or moral fulfillment, or even to happiness. This Full Moon presents an opportunity for you to consider your regular existence in the light of what truly matters most to you. Think of this as a subject on which compromise is simply not an option. — by Amy Elliott. For your Eric Francis horoscope this week, please see this link.

Scorpio (Oct. 23-Nov. 22) — A potential abundance of creative inspirations, or simply of opportunities for fun and frolic, may leave you scratching your head as to how much you can really fit in, or what you should be doing first (and with whom). Assuming a lack of more concrete factors, I suggest you simply follow your well-honed intuition, and go with whatever seems to be the best use of your time. The lessons and the logic will probably reveal themselves at a later date; for now, you can let the flow of events carry you. — by Amy Elliott. For your Eric Francis horoscope this week, please see this link.

Sagittarius (Nov. 22-Dec. 22) — This week’s Full Moon could essentially operate for you like a torch, illuminating certain facets of your early life that were previously a mystery. That said, you may need to do some work figuring out where best to carry it. Potentially the factor that seems most obvious to concentrate on may be a red herring, concealing something behind it that turns out to be far more significant. It will probably help to avoid going for easy answers here if you want to see things as they really are. — by Amy Elliott. For your Eric Francis horoscope this week, please see this link.

Capricorn (Dec. 22-Jan. 20) — By now you have a pretty good idea of what you want, and how you plan to get there. While it’s undeniably helpful to have something worthy to strive for, this week’s astrology questions whether you may need to broaden your focus a little. One’s entire life cannot be spent concentrating on a single idea. We all need a variety of interests. This week especially, you might take an interest in your immediate surroundings; perhaps by getting involved in a local project, or hanging out in favorite places. — by Amy Elliott. For your Eric Francis horoscope this week, please see this link.

Aquarius (Jan. 20-Feb. 19) — With Pisces as your second house, it’s crucial for you to spend time figuring out what drives your concept of self-worth. That means getting — and staying — in touch with your feelings. Acknowledging their existence, for one, and their nature, for another, will surely help you understand your essential humanity. That fact alone is sufficient reason for you to feel you have value and a purpose. Be clear with yourself, this week, that your emotional world is real, valid and important. — by Amy Elliott. For your Eric Francis horoscope this week, please see this link.

Pisces Birthdays 2018
What Have You Learned, and How Will You Use It?

“Thank you Eric, very helpful to have your perspective. As a Piscean (with Scorpio rising and Moon in Cancer forming a grand trine — all very watery) I have certainly experienced massive transformative times and have been set on a journey with many unexpected twists and turns.”

— Trudy Austin

Dear Pisces Friend and Reader:

What have you learned during the seven or so years Chiron has been in your sign? Have you faced crises; been pushed to grow; learned you are stronger, more creative and more whole than you previously thought? Do you feel more at home in your skin or on the planet than you used to?

When Chiron begins its process of leaving Pisces in April, you’ll want to be sure you take its lessons with you. It’s possible they’ve been hard-won, but chances are you are very much the better for it, and are aware of this.

As a fellow Pisces, Eric has been sharing the experience the whole way; as an astrologer with an established track record of working with Chiron, he’s in a prime position to guide you through Chiron’s entrance into Aries, your second house of what you value — including your self-esteem — in your upcoming 2018 Pisces Birthday Reading.

This ‘audio meditation’ consists of two segments of audio astrology (plus a tarot reading that will arrive a little later), each at least 30 minutes long. You can download it to any mobile device and listen as many times as you like throughout the year — any time you need a little extra encouragement, some orientation, or a reminder of the longer arc of your path.

Note that the Birthday Reading is a separate project from the annual edition, different in every way — they make excellent companions. While the annual readings are written chapters of an interconnected set, your birthday reading is a stand-alone deep dive into your astrology as your solar year is beginning.

“Ah Eric — just listened to your reading. I was moved to tears by your closing words. Your passion, deep care and love always shine through; and you have the gift of all great teachers, of making one feel that one is being personally addressed, respected and taken care of.”

— Liz Glanville

You can pre-order your 2018 Pisces Birthday Reading here, for just $33. We offer the lowest price first; the price will increase as we near the recording and publication of the reading.

Eric will be covering far more than Chiron’s transition — astrology that impacts your relationships, career, finances, sexuality, healing process, creativity, family and more. His audio readings not only stand up to repeated listenings throughout the year, they’re almost like getting a personal consultation for a fraction of the cost — and just as useful.

Yours & truly

Amanda Painter

P.S. If you love a Pisces, make their day: give the Pisces reading as a gift.

Pisces (Feb. 19-March 20) — This week’s astrology is an invitation for you to be unapologetic about who you are. This is no time for obfuscations, half-truths, or compromises. You must be yourself, wholly and gloriously. There will always be people who think it’s cool to act unimpressed, or who confuse self-fulfillment or self-esteem with an ego trip; by now, I am sure you know this is rubbish. Forget what others think. If you’re daring to take meaningful actions in the world, the only opinion that really matters is yours. — by Amy Elliott. For your Eric Francis horoscope this week, please see this link.

Aries (March 20-April 19) — It could be argued that an eclipse has points in common with Mercury retrograde phases. In both instances, normal procedure is suspended or disrupted for a while, and things might seem confusing or out of place. Then the balance is restored, and we go on with our lives, perhaps a little wiser for the experience and what it’s shown us. Put more simply: if this eclipse generates a little tension, your resilience will probably be more than adequate to field it. — by Amy Elliott. For your Eric Francis horoscope this week, please see this link.

Taurus (April 19-May 20) — Keep your eye on the ball this week, and don’t allow yourself to be sidetracked for too long. What you’re striving for is too important to allow for bringing anything less than your full attention. Likewise, take sufficient time to do everything properly; don’t fudge quality trying to get to the end before you’ve finished the middle. Treat every task as if the buck stops with you, and as if each detail has your personal signature on it — whether that’s officially true or not. — by Amy Elliott. For your Eric Francis horoscope this week, please see this link.

Gemini (May 20-June 21) — Many things look different when viewed with the perspective of time. When it comes to your longer-term ambitions, it makes particular sense to consider your journey as a whole entity, rather than focusing on specific details — especially if you’re currently experiencing what you might view as a setback. What may seem an impassable gulf to you now will probably be well behind you by next week; by next year, most likely, any difficulty will be all but forgotten. — by Amy Elliott. For your Eric Francis horoscope this week, please see this link.

Cancer (June 21-July 22) — Most people are, at present, feeling a little frayed around the edges; and this week’s eclipse seems to be at least partly about confronting that reality. Your innate sensitivity may cause you to feel overwhelmed at times, but it also primes you for dealing with your emotions constructively. Use that tool for all it’s worth. Remember that, ultimately, you are enough. Other people know this; if you need to, reach out to them, and soak in the abundance of their love. — by Amy Elliott. For your Eric Francis horoscope this week, please see this link.

Leo (July 22-Aug. 23) — In recent years, the maxim “Treat others as you would be treated” and its variants came under some scrutiny among social media philosophers. Many suggested it be changed to the possibly more thoughtful “Treat others as they would wish to be treated.” The spirit of both is really the same. Especially in your relationships, it might help now to apply this rule consciously, however it’s best phrased. Do your best to ensure your presence makes someone’s day sweeter. — by Amy Elliott. For your Eric Francis horoscope this week, please see this link.

Virgo (Aug. 23-Sep. 22) — This week’s eclipse will likely help demonstrate for you something about the nature of true service. Especially if you’re given to excessive self-deprecation, you may be inclined to think this is a matter of quantity; or rather that you’re not doing it right unless you’ve taken on more than you can safely handle, usually the grubbier the better. That will no longer do. It’s time to stand out and focus on a form of service that requires the full weight of your intelligence. — by Amy Elliott. For your Eric Francis horoscope this week, please see this link.

Libra (Sep. 22-Oct. 23) — Any less-than-ideal situation at work is likely to come to a head this week, in the sense of compelling you to recognize if the job you do is not meeting your needs in some way. Try to step back and look at the entire scenario in terms of yourself as a whole person. It’ll be easier to see where your work is not meeting you. If any of this can be improved by communicating desires or ideas, do so in the peaceful yet sincere fashion for which your sign is well known. — by Amy Elliott. For your Eric Francis horoscope this week, please see this link.

Scorpio (Oct. 23-Nov. 22) — It does no one any good to bottle up or conceal their emotions. Conversely, dwelling on past hurts too long can be equally enervating. It may be necessary for you, this week, to deal with a specific matter from your past before you can move on. If you can, try to view what happened through as wide a lens as possible, taking in all the circumstances. Some added perspective should make it easier for you to attain the peace of mind you need and deserve. — by Amy Elliott. For your Eric Francis horoscope this week, please see this link.

Sagittarius (Nov. 22-Dec. 22) — A lot of factors, including the imminent Mars-Vesta conjunction in your sign, are no doubt nudging you to at least consider where you might focus your energy and your capacity for devotion. This is substantial, provided only that your chosen cause sufficiently engages your interest. With an eclipse taking place in your house of communication, you may choose to do something involving writing or speaking, or some other method of expressing your unique voice. — by Amy Elliott. For your Eric Francis horoscope this week, please see this link.

Capricorn (Dec. 22-Jan. 20) — This week’s astrology will probably have the effect of clearing away any remaining cobwebs from before the end of last year, especially regarding your self-esteem, as you continue to explore this surprising new world wherein you can shine without fear. You know now that to love yourself, you don’t have to exceed everyone else, or get a certain mark on a scoreboard. You merit self-love by virtue of simply existing. Just be you as firmly as you can. — by Amy Elliott. For your Eric Francis horoscope this week, please see this link.

Aquarius Solar Eclipse Reading from Planet Waves

Dear Friend and Reader:

I’ve just finished the Aquarius audio reading. It’s now available for instant access.

This is a separate project from the annual edition, different in every way. This is a 75-minute astrology reading in two sessions, based on Thursday’s solar eclipse in your sign — the last solar eclipse in Aquarius until Feb. 17, 2026.

Chart for Thursday’s solar eclipse. The monograph behind it is by the German philosopher Dieter Duhm.

This chart has a lot to say about relationships, self-esteem, family and ancestral matters. I do my best to help you orient inwardly to experience these dimensions of growth and healing not only as real, but as accessible, workable places to focus your energy and time.

Your reading is still available at 33% off, for $44. After the eclipse the price will go up to $66, where we will leave it.

My audio readings are some of the most unusual astrology you’ll encounter. I believe they go deeper than the work that most professional astrologers do, reaching the spiritual essence of the chart’s message, though without the need for a natal chart. This reading will stand up to many playings.

Doing this work takes experience and preparation; if sold as “self help” these readings would be going for many times the price. My intention is to keep them accessible and affordable.

I’ve prepared a sample of the reading lasting about six minutes, which you can play as an mp3, or download as a zip file. The music is an original piece by Vision Quest, the Planet Waves in-house ensemble.

My method of reading opens up so many dimensions that I could devote hours to each chart. Yet this reading distills certain vital messages, catching you up on the past few months of Saturn in Capricorn, and previewing the transits of Chiron in Aries and Uranus in Taurus.

I’ll be following up with a tarot reading in a month or two, a feature that’s included with your reading, though is about to be split off as a separate product. That’s not delivered on a schedule — it’s ready when it’s ready.

Your reading also includes access to last year’s audio reading (so that you can review it) as well as The Book of Your Life 2017 written reading.

Thank you for being a Planet Waves customer, and for trusting me as your astrologer.

With love,

Aquarius (Jan. 20-Feb. 19) — Today’s eclipse would seem to be the latest in a series of events that basically add up to a rebirthing process for you. The last solar eclipse, back in August, perhaps first clued you in that some of the habits you’d held over from the past were no longer serving their purpose. Our coping mechanisms are really astonishing, but they have a use-by date. You can now begin to develop new techniques that reflect the person you are becoming, rather than who you once were. — by Amy Elliott. For your Eric Francis horoscope this week, please see this link.

Pisces (Feb. 19-March 20) — Several points of stress may culminate with the eclipse; then the tension should hopefully start to deflate gradually, like an air cushion. It’s important that you be kind to yourself and give this process sufficient time to unfold. In particular, check in with any feelings of self-doubt. Remember that though the results of your endeavors may not always be immediately palpable, in truth experience has already shown that your work is not only worthwhile, but of decided importance. — by Amy Elliott. For your Eric Francis horoscope this week, please see this link.