"Human beings are born solitary, but everywhere they are in chains - daisy chains - of interactivity. Social actions are makeshift forms, often courageous, sometimes ridiculous, always strange. And in a way, every social action is a negotiation, a compromise between 'his,' 'her' or 'their' wish and yours."

— Andy Warhol

We are likely to feel strong reactions to the continuing uncertainty and unpredictability in this week's atmosphere. Resistance and defensiveness are both possible. As the waning Moon 'darkens', some may respond to the void that is created with increasing fear while others will recognize the wealth of possibilities inherent in the increasingly uncertain environment. Last month's lessons surrounding self-esteem and self-approval are tested as we begin to move into a new level of interaction, initiated by this Saturday's Libra New Moon [...]

"Always go with the choice that scares you the most, because that's the one that is going to require the most from you. Do you really want to look back on your life and see how wonderful it could have been had you not been afraid to live it?"

— Caroline Myss

There is incredible potential in this week's combination of mutable squares (slippery slopes and chaotic processes) and Earth trines (practical, pragmatic 'trudging'). Jupiter's square to Neptune has been instilling extraordinary inspiration and vision. Now, the potent emphasis on pragmatic, process-oriented Virgo has us looking for ways to put our vision into action. Of course, the side of Virgo that seems picky and critical can also result in [...]