As we go deeper into this most unusual and challenging phase of history, intelligence is the thing we need the most. That is the theme of the 2019-2020 annual edition of Planet Waves, now available for pre-order. See more information here.
Libra is the sign of beauty, but let’s face it, the creative process is kind of ugly. This may be why you so often perceive beauty as outside yourself, and needing to exist in your environment. The nervous chaos that so often leads to beautiful experiences is not something you want to identify with, but now you have no choice but to dive into those electric-eel-infested waters of uncertain depth. Anyway, forget your doubts; forget that you don’t know how to weld or solder, and that half the paints and chemicals in the workshop could eat your liver for breakfast. Forget that creating anything really new feels so, well, egotistical to one so attuned to the world of relationships as yourself. Put on your Mad Scientist hat, get busy and stay busy till something impressive and inevitable happens. If you get up one morning and say, “I have to call in sick to work to do my real stuff,” do two things: first congratulate yourself handsomely, and second, pick up the phone.
The Daily Oracle offers a horoscope selected randomly by our Intelligent Archive Oracle program, unique to Planet Waves. It’s also a database of my horoscopes going back to the late 1990s. You can use the Intelligent Archive Oracle to answer questions and give you ideas for how to handle problems and situations you cannot see through. This feature is available to our Galaxy, Backstage and Core Community members. See this link for more information.
As we go deeper into this most unusual and challenging phase of history, intelligence is the thing we need the most. That is the theme of the 2019-2020 annual edition of Planet Waves, now available for pre-order. See more information here.
Angela Davis on Running from the FBI, Lessons from Prison and How Aretha Franklin Got Her Free
For more than four decades, Davis has been one of most influential activists and intellectuals in the United States. An icon of the black liberation movement, Davis’s work around issues of gender, race, class and prisons has influenced critical thought and social movements across several generations. She is a leading advocate for prison abolition, a position informed by her own experience as a prisoner and fugitive on the FBI’s top 10 most wanted list more than 40 years ago. Once caught, she faced the death penalty in California. After being acquitted, she has spent her life fighting to change the criminal justice system. Just before the midterm elections, Angela Davis sat down with Amy Goodman in Washington, D.C., at Busboys and Poets to tell her life story.
Angela Davis: We Owe It to People Who Came Before Us to Fight to Abolish Prisons
Angela Davis is a leading advocate for prison abolition, a position informed by her own experience as a prisoner and a fugitive on the FBI’s top 10 wanted list more than 40 years ago. Once caught, she faced the death penalty in California. After being acquitted on all charges, she spent her life fighting to change the criminal justice system. Amy Goodman sat down with Angela Davis at Busboys and Poets in Washington, D.C., in October to talk about the prison abolition movement.
From 1968 to 2018: Angela Davis on Freedom Struggles Then and Now, and the Movements of the Future
Legendary scholar and activist Angela Davis’s work around issues of gender, race, class and prisons has influenced critical thought and social movements across several generations. Amy Goodman sat down with her in Washington, D.C., in October to discuss freedom struggles over the past 50 years, and where people’s movements are going next.
As we go deeper into this most unusual and challenging phase of history, intelligence is the thing we need the most. That is the theme of the 2019-2020 annual edition of Planet Waves, now available for pre-order. See more information here.
You’re still under the influence of Mars, and that says you are experiencing what it’s like to firmly commit to forward motion, progress and expanding your horizons. Fear no longer needs to be your dominant emotion. So much has changed in your favor during the past five or six weeks; your fears seem to have evaporated and the sense of running into a wall has given way to the passionate desire to express your gifts to the world as fully as you can. Keep your momentum and make sure you stay ahead of the curve. Think of all the routine tasks you’re going to need to do this autumn, and either get them out of the way or start them early. Something entirely new is going to be born in your life at this time, and you’ll want all the freedom you can get to allow that moment of creation to happen.
The Daily Oracle offers a horoscope selected randomly by our Intelligent Archive Oracle program, unique to Planet Waves. It’s also a database of my horoscopes going back to the late 1990s. You can use the Intelligent Archive Oracle to answer questions and give you ideas for how to handle problems and situations you cannot see through. This feature is available to our Galaxy, Backstage and Core Community members. See this link for more information.
As we go deeper into this most unusual and challenging phase of history, intelligence is the thing we need the most. That is the theme of the 2019-2020 annual edition of Planet Waves, now available for pre-order. See more information here. If you’re looking for individual signs, pre-order here.
Aries (March 20-April 19) — You have the potential, at this moment, to make a lot of progress on an endeavor that’s of considerable importance to your ambitions. Holiday season notwithstanding, it may well be a good idea to take some time to yourself, knuckle down and get some things done — especially if you’re feeling like there are ideas inside you bursting to come out; it’ll likely be a relief to get them off your chest and onto paper, even if only in raw form for now. You’ll probably be in an even better position to go at this full throttle once Mars enters your sign, though it can’t hurt to get the engine warmed up. Do what you need to do. Get your full Aries reading by Eric here.
Taurus (April 19-May 20) — New information can sometimes render it necessary to make changes in a philosophy or practice, which can feel somewhat discomfiting. Yet life is a process of trial and error, and we gain wisdom through experience. It’s also very likely that the habit or train of thought you’re now on the verge of leaving behind was necessary to you in the past. Therefore, don’t be too hard on yourself on the basis of your previous decisions; instead, you might recognize your learning as a sign of development — a cause for pride, rather than regret. The present and future await. Get your full Taurus reading by Eric here.
Gemini (May 20-June 21) — Just now, it would appear your mind is more than usually inventive. You’re already something of a natural at seeing things from a fresh viewpoint, but in the present moment you seem able to tap into your imagination almost at will. You’ll probably benefit from taking it easy over the festive season, albeit avoiding excess; sometimes a break from routines helps rejuvenate one’s mind and allow for ideas to flow more freely, especially if there are fewer stressors or points of doubt. Give yourself permission to enjoy a peaceful and restful week, however you might best accomplish that. Get your full Gemini reading by Eric here.
Cancer (June 21-July 22) — Relationships thrive on trust, and it helps to remember that trustworthiness begins at home. The more you cultivate your own honesty, transparency, integrity and self-knowledge, the more you will tend to attract those who do likewise; good faith seems to possess the power to multiply itself, and those who routinely demonstrate it set an example for everyone around them. Eventually, it becomes clear that there was never any need to be anyone other than who you are, or anything less than entirely open and sincere. Think over what you say and do. Get your full Cancer reading by Eric here.
Leo (July 22-Aug. 23) — The week ahead promises to be burgeoning with opportunities for enriching experiences, though you may need to find them. One place you can do that is in helping take care of those less fortunate than you, or serving your community in general. Look around for ways in which you can support a local charity, for example; preferably by donating time and effort rather than money alone. Alternatively, if you’re spending the holidays with family and/or friends, perhaps there’s an original activity everyone will enjoy, or an interesting place your group can visit. Get your full Leo reading by Eric here.
Virgo (Aug. 23-Sep. 22) — At this time of the year the emphasis is on your solar 5th house, the place where reside your concepts of art, play and pleasure. It’s not easy having Capricorn in this area, and despite the fact that a wellspring of creative or imaginative energy is waiting to emerge from you, you seem at this moment rather hesitant to let it flow forth, or uncertain where you might find it. Perhaps the best thing at present is not so much to take an active part in the process, but simply to relax as much as you can, accept whatever is there, and allow your ideas to shape themselves gently and gradually. Get your full Virgo reading by Eric here.
Libra (Sep. 22-Oct. 23) — It might be useful for you this week to remember that, while you can’t change the past, you can influence what is to come. You may also be judging yourself rather too harshly for previous events, perhaps assigning blame to yourself where none is in fact due. Take note if you’re doing this; possibly you could benefit from reviewing these matters objectively, as if from an outsider’s perspective. It’s actually a good general rule, if you’re prone to self-criticism, to ask yourself what you’d say if someone else was in the same position. The chances are you’d be a lot kinder. Try that approach. Get your full Libra reading by Eric here.
Scorpio (Oct. 23-Nov. 22) — When something isn’t quite clear, we can either: seek out more information, sit with the uncertainty, or hazard a guess based on the data we have. Many people choose the latter option, despite the risk of possibly being mistaken. You know better than to make those sorts of assumptions. If there’s something you feel you need to know, it’s likely you can gain a more coherent understanding of the matter, through research and a little detective work. Be shrewd and, where able, keep your ideas to yourself until you can be virtually certain of the truth. Be prepared also to let things emerge over time, when appropriate. Get your full Scorpio reading by Eric here.
Sagittarius (Nov. 22-Dec. 22) — New Year’s resolutions in our culture are usually an absurd process whereby we make impossible promises to ourselves, and behave with unimpeachable virtue (or, perhaps, prudishness) for a few weeks or so, until we inevitably break our word, shrug and then move on with the business of daily life. Do yourself a favor and don’t bother with any of that rubbish. If you sincerely want to make a change to your life, respect yourself and your intelligence by having an appropriate and accessible goal, and a plan to get there — and resolve to persevere even if you stumble. Accept no imitations. Get your full Sagittarius reading by Eric here.
Capricorn (Dec. 22-Jan. 20) — Though your ruler Saturn has now been in your sign for about a year, you might be quite a way off as yet from any sense of feeling at home. Part of this may be due to certain memories or deep impressions surfacing and demanding your attention. This could actually represent a significant step toward a new phase of embracing who you are unapologetically. It may be a good idea to avoid placing unreasonable expectations on yourself. Instead, work with what you have — the very act of acknowledging and facing what you truly feel is one of courage, and lights the way to healing. Get your full Capricorn reading by Eric here.
Aquarius (Jan. 20-Feb. 19) — With the holiday season rapidly approaching, you may be feeling somewhat keyed up, as if you’re absorbing the collective adrenalin rush of shopping and preparation by osmosis. If you still have a few things to do, I recommend you get them out of the way as soon as possible, while you’re in the relevant frame of mind; make a list, so that you don’t overlook anything. If you find you’re saddled with rather too many festive duties, see if you can delegate some, or find a way to simplify some of your plans. The aim is to make a space for yourself to get in some serious relaxation time. Get your full Aquarius reading by Eric here.
Pisces (Feb. 19-March 20) — Remember that when it comes to belief systems, emotion and human nature can have a way of tripping us up. Conformity is one way our thought process can be skewed; another is a sense of rebellion against the status quo. There’s a reason the list of logical fallacies is so very long. It’s true that intuition is a thing, and you have that in abundance; however, at times it’s helpful simply to check your ideas for coherence, consistency and rationality. If your instinct is sound, it’s quite unlikely to conflict with logical principles if examined. Don’t be afraid to use these tools. Get your full Pisces reading by Eric here.
Right on the solstice and hours before the Full Moon, the U.S. federal government was shut down over whether $5 billion should go to “the wall” along the southern border. Just wondering — do we really need that much money for a wall, right now? This very minute, such that it’s worth closing dozens of departments and putting hundreds of thousands of people out of work?
Chart for the shutdown of parts of the federal government, at midnight Saturday morning, with the Sun a quarter of a degree into Capricorn, and the Full Moon about 16 hours behind.
Here is something interesting that I’ve just about always found to be true, as in dependably so. Full Moons tend to release an impasse. In this case, however, that didn’t seem to work — the problem being that even Republicans in the Senate were not interested in funding “the wall.” One week ago I wrote a caution about unusual developments in government, and how they could open up a kind of cascade effect.
The shutdown occurred in advance of the Full Moon, so the spring had not yet sprung — and has yet to do so. What we’re hearing as an excuse for this action is unrelated to the actual issue; that is something deeper. We could say that the problem is government by tantrum, which is not government at all. We are not seeing a shutdown but rather a meltdown.
You’re not the only one with resources or the willingness to work for what you believe in; make sure everyone is holding up their fair share of what needs to be contributed, whether it be money, ideas or effort. You’ve got plenty to offer, which will be all the more meaningful when everyone sees the benefit of making the kind of investment you’ve got planned. Be diplomatic, but insist that others who want the benefits participate in bringing those things to fruition. Though you’re doing most of the work at this point, others will feel better for having had their positive influences. Family Focus: Exceptionally mature kids may seem like they’re losing a grip on reality. In truth, a new reality is coming through.
The Daily Oracle offers a horoscope selected randomly by our Intelligent Archive Oracle program, unique to Planet Waves. It’s also a database of my horoscopes going back to the late 1990s. You can use the Intelligent Archive Oracle to answer questions and give you ideas for how to handle problems and situations you cannot see through. This feature is available to our Galaxy, Backstage and Core Community members. See this link for more information.
As we go deeper into this most unusual and challenging phase of history, intelligence is the thing we need the most. That is the theme of the 2019-2020 annual edition of Planet Waves, now available for pre-order. See more information here.
About your mother. You’re finally getting around to confronting her narrow and judgmental side with some fresh ideas about your life. One of the things you learn as an astrologer is that people’s parents can dog them for as long as the planets keep spinning around the Sun — until we intervene and do so boldly. But it’s not enough to say no. That was her issue. It’s not enough to change your mind as if what came before didn’t matter. It’s not enough to reduce everything down to the details and prove that it’s irrelevant. What is necessary is to say yes with every cell in your body, to experiment with ideas that nobody you know would ever consider, and most of all, to feel yourself until you figure out that you’re alive. If the next few weeks are filled with tension, let it be that of seducing yourself into authentic liberation.
The Daily Oracle offers a horoscope selected randomly by our Intelligent Archive Oracle program, unique to Planet Waves. It’s also a database of my horoscopes going back to the late 1990s. You can use the Intelligent Archive Oracle to answer questions and give you ideas for how to handle problems and situations you cannot see through. This feature is available to our Galaxy, Backstage and Core Community members. See this link for more information.
As we go deeper into this most unusual and challenging phase of history, intelligence is the thing we need the most. That is the theme of the 2019-2020 annual edition of Planet Waves, now available for pre-order. See more information here.