Taurus, November 2016

Sagittarius is a philosophical energy, and you're feeling deep as hell right now. Intimacy and sex will be huge topics for you while seductive Venus spends time in this sign, and you'll be going through deep transformations around your needs and desires. Getting closer to your partners on a mental level (as well as physical) will be a big deal. You'll want to know if you really share the same feelings about right and wrong and life and death.

This is also an exciting time for you financially: Venus is not only the planet of love, but also of money! As Venus travels through Sag you'll work out some tricky financial issues, taxes, or even inheritances. Debts will definitely be a big deal—not just financial debts, but emotional ones, too.

On November 5, Venus in Sagittarius will connect with wild Uranus in Fire sign Aries, which will be exciting, emotional, and, best of all, freeing. Uranus is an electric energy, all about innovation and independence. Uranus isn't afraid of what anyone thinks (I mean, clearly; you have to be extra confident with a name like Uranus).

The things you used to have major hang-ups about will be easy to blast out of your life when Venus and Uranus connect. Past heartbreaks will be forgiven—you're so ready to move on! You might find yourself being a bit more impulsive now than usual, and you'll be in an unpredictable mood.

On November 9, Mars enters Aquarius and ignites the fame and fortune sector of your chart! Whether you're a seasoned pro or just getting started on your career path, the last few weeks have been a major learning experience for you—you've picked up new skills, and you've had to be flexible. Now that warrior planet Mars is in Aquarius, you can expect to have more autonomy and to be offered some opportunities to show off all those new abilities you've acquired.

On November 11, Venus enters Capricorn, which will find you receiving flirty messages (or checks—again, Venus rules love and money) from faraway places! This is also great if you're in school or if you're traveling: Venus makes everything a little easier.

A full moon arrives in your sign on November 14. Full moons are emotional, exhausting, and revealing. During this full moon, you'll learn a lot about yourself! Reconnecting with your emotional needs is major at this time. You're usually not an attention hog, but your need for the spotlight will surprise yourself during this transit. Put yourself first, Taurus, and be real with yourself about what you want—you've been doing a lot to please other people lately, but this full moon wants you to reconnect with you. Complicated emotional issues will come up later this month, and knowing where you stand and listening to your gut (instead of trying to be so logical about everything) is the best way to work with the energy.

Mercury enters Sagittarius on November 12, followed by the Sun on November 21. The Sun and Mercury in Sagittarius will light up a very private, emotional sector of your chart, and you'll find yourself open to exploring psychological issues on a deep level. Mercury is the planet of communication, so this is a fantastic time to meet with a counselor or find a trusted friend you can vent to.

Issues around sex, death, and taxes will come up for you to work out, Taurus. But don't worry: Sagittarius is a very optimistic sign. Hard topics may come up, but the Sun and Mercury in Sag will lift you up! Also, a new moon in Sagittarius will arrive at the end of the month, on November 29, and that will be a very special time for you. This is a powerful new moon for sexual connection, or for getting closer to someone special. Financial issues that involve other people (like inheritances debts) will also receive attention during this new moon.

One of the most intense days this month will be November 24, which is when Jupiter in Libra squares Pluto. A square is a stressful astrological aspect—I know you don't need any more stress in your life, Taurus, but November will push you to be flexible. Stock up on extra face masks to enjoy as you take breaks from the bullshit.

Jupiter is the planet of luck and abundance, and it's currently in Air sign Libra, lighting up the sector of your chart that rules your daily work, responsibilities, and your health. Pluto is the planet of transformation and power, and it's in fellow Earth sign Capricorn, activating the sector of your chart that rules travel and learning. The clash between these two planets means you will need to be on your best behavior—no fucking around.

Inconveniences will pop up, but you'll need to handle things gracefully because you don't know who is watching. (When shady Pluto, the lord of the underworld is involved, you never know who could be observing you!) Be your most responsible self during this time, don't make promises you can't keep, and be open to trying new things. As stressful as Jupiter and Pluto's clash can be, some unexpected bonuses could come as a result of your willingness to go with the flow while still being reliable.

The month wraps up with your ruling planet, Venus, meeting power planet Pluto in Capricorn on November 25. This month has been intense, but when Venus meets Pluto, you will be able to blow off some major steam! This is a very sexy, passionate combination of planets. Pluto is dirty, and Venus is hot—I'll let you decide what this means for you. My warning to you is to watch out for obsessive, possessive, and paranoid vibes. Venus is all about desire, and Pluto intensifies whatever planet it's near. Power issues in relationships are likely to come up, but this energy can also be used for deep healing. Definitely bring a condom, Taurus, and see you next month!