November 1
The month starts off with a lot of hope and optimism as the Moon, Jupiter, and the South Node are in Taurus. The Moon is exalted here, bringing a more settled heart. Jupiter connects us to teachers and greater wisdom.
November 3
We must be careful of arguments and defending our ideas too strongly as Mars in Scorpio aspects the Moon in Gemini. Sometimes the best thing to say is nothing. Be careful of being too defensive today.
November 6
You may be feeling more conservative than usual on Election Day here in the United States as Saturn in Libra aspects the Moon in Cancer. Family values and financial concerns may cause emotional stress, but this time may also connect you to those things and people that matter the most.
November 10
Enthusiastically pursuing and defending our principles will be easier with Mars in Sagittarius for the next five weeks. It is not enough to believe in something, we have to put those beliefs into practice through our daily routines. The discipline to put your teachings into practice is possible now.
November 10-11
Nitpicking may crescendo with Venus and the Moon in Virgo. Now is the time to cultivate appreciation for what is, rather than look for every reason NOT to be happy. Now is also a good time to cultivate a more beautiful home environment.
November 13
It is a good time for meditation and quiet introspection with the Solar Eclipse/New Moon in Libra. Eclipses are intense times, because they reveal the moments when body (Earth), mind (Moon), and soul (Sun) line up in three-dimensional space. At this juncture, your connections with others, maintaining healthy boundaries, and strengthening your sense of individuality all become important. This eclipse is joined Saturn and the Sun is currently debilitated. There may be deep levels of self-doubt arising in your mind now and you may want to just withdraw. Instead, go deeper into service. Realize that your true power is eternal – and much greater than your wavering personal confidence.
Venus is also debilitated during this eclipse which adds to the feeling of discontent with what you have and with others in your life. Seeing beyond your own desires is the key to happiness in life, but it may be hard to remember now.
The Eclipse happens in the Nakshatra of Swati, which is ruled by the Vedic deity Vayu, the wind. Breathing exercises and pranayama can be helpful in reestablishing a healthy foundation of self.
November 16
We will experience a lot of emotional courage as well as potential restlessness when the Moon joins Mars in Sagittarius and is aspected by Saturn. This could be quite a judgmental, argumentative placement.
November 18-19
Hope and optimism return as the Moon passes through Capricorn and is aspected by Jupiter. We may also feel a lot of ambition and increased determination to fulfill our goals, especially those that have to do with teaching what we believe in.
November 22-23
A creative and mystical time awaits with the Moon in Pisces aspected by Mars. There may be some strong emotions that need to be elevated and transformed at this time. Devotional practices such as singing kirtan or attending prayer services will be important.
November 28
A Lunar eclipse takes place with the full Moon in Taurus. The Moon is exalted in Taurus, thus we can feel a deep connection to the heart and a profound stability at this time. The restless emotional waters of the Moon are slowed down, even stopped, in Taurus. This eclipsed Moon is also joined by Jupiter, “Guru,” adding enormous hope to the picture.
As with the previous eclipse, introspection is always encouraged. Yet in this case, we may fall into a devotional space very easily given the bright Moon joined Jupiter. Look up in the sky this evening for a real treat, as retrograde Jupiter will be very bright next to the eclipsed Moon (although legend has it that you are not supposed to look directly at the Moon while it is being eclipsed).
This eclipse takes place in the Nakshatra of Kritikka, ruled by the god Agni (Sacred Fire). Now is a good time to cut through emotional attachment and clinging.
Sam Geppi is an internationally-respected Vedic astrology teacher. For free Vedic astrology DVDs and courses for students at all levels, visit: Samgeppi.com
Sam Geppi (Sadasiva) is the author of Yoga and Vedic Astrology and The Ascendant—108 Planets of Vedic Astrology. He is the founder of the American Academy of Vedic Art and Science which offers three levels of certification programs in Vedic Astrology. Currently the Academy has more than 120 students enrolled. Visit Sam’s website at: vedicartandscience.com.