astrologynovember
One of the repeating themes at play this month is compromise, particularly because we are in the
midst of a cycle governed by Libra. This doesn’t mean giving in; sometimes in order to compromise
well we must assert ourselves. Seeking compromise can also stimulate our personal growth as it
involves evaluating our wishes and values. This month, the energy we put into how we can develop the
superpower of self-control as well as how we can engage in positive social reform are both significant.
Throughout all of the shifting energies at play, remain committed to your personal practice.
BY SAM GEPPISam Geppi (Sadasiva) is the author of Yoga and Vedic Astrology and The Ascen-
dant—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.comVEDIC ASTROLOGY
November 2
Venus enters Libra and joins Jupiter through
November 26. This is a time to be willing to
compromise and to seek a more elevated pur-
pose in your relationships. This may compel
you to leave a partnership or connection if
there are philosophical differences. Ultimately,
this cycle supports growth—as the energy of
Venus will allow us to take a more compro-
mised stance in many areas of our lives.
November 3
We will have the Full Moon in Aries today.
This is the halfway point in the Libra cycle
that started two weeks ago. You may notice a
strong assertion of your self-will, especially if
you have been compromising too much lately.
Libra teaches us to honor our own wishes in a
way that is equal to others, not at the expense
of them. If you have been making compromis-
es that are against your principles, be careful
of the tendency to overcompensate and experi-
ence a vicious snap back against other people.
This Full Moon is in Bharani Nakshatra,
which is related to Lord Yama, known as the
God of restraint. It may feel as though you
are being punished or are being restrained by
having to suffer and reap the fruits of your
karmas (actions). Be careful not to punish
others and make them bear your pain.
November 9-15
The Moon is associated with Rahu and Mars
for several days. This could create some emo-
tional confusion. At this time, the Moon joins
Rahu in Cancer, then is hemmed between
Rahu and Mars, and after that joins Mars in
Virgo. Expect some intensity with this set of
transits. We may feel an energetic revisiting
of recent eclipse energies, which could include
power struggles and some personal/emotional
battles. If your ego is kept in check, this wave
of energy can be utilized for moving you for-
ward in your career and/or for asserting your
higher purpose.
November 16-17
The Moon is joined Jupiter and Venus in
Libra. This will increase your focus on
rrelationships and enhance your capacity
to compromise. If you are in a relationship
where there are differences in morals, views,
and belief systems, there could be some con-
tentiousness. Part of you wants to get along,
yet another part of you may be fed up with
going along with things you no longer agree
with, especially politically or spiritually.November 18
We begin the Scorpio cycle when the Sun
and Moon come together today. For the next
30 days we will be assessing our capacity to
handle our fears, our jealousies, and whatever
we cannot control. Look for those things in
your life that push your buttons the most.
Face your fears and turn them into emotional
strengths. Usually we try to control others as
a way to try to gain control over the things we
fear. But the real superpower is to control your
self. Meditation and introspection will be more
important than projection for the next 30 days.This New Moon is in Vishaka Nakshatra,
which is related to Lord Indra and Lord Agni,
the Gods of fire and lightning. Channel these
celestial forces and harness them toward a
greater purpose. Elevate beyond your little
world and your insecurities.November 24-25
The Moon will be joined the South Node in
Capricorn, which is known as a flash point,
as all of the planets are now between theLunar Nodes. This configuration is called a
Kala Sarpa Yoga. The Las Vegas shooting
tragedy happened at the exact moment that
the Moon crossed this point in early October.
There could be some explosive potential in
your life and in the world.November 26
Venus enters Scorpio where it will be for
the next several weeks. This combination
heightens the emotional passion in our
relationships, so be careful of crazy roman-
tic explosions. Yet this is also a time when
enormous depth and passion are possible in
your relationships. On a deeper level, this is
a great time for committing to your spiri-
tual practices, especially devotional ones.
Scorpio is deeply devotional and supports the
processes of transforming emotional pain into
emotional depth and pure love.November 30
Mars is joined Jupiter in Libra which sets off
a month-and-a-half cycle of some potential
unrest socially and personally. Libra is the sign
of relationship compromise while Mars fights
for individuality. With both of these joined
Jupiter, there could be some exaggerated
philosophical differences, especially with part-
ners or others with whom you are intimately
involved. When you recognize what is happen-
ing, you can channel this energy by choosing
a worthy cause for which you can fight or
engage in battle to champion. It is a good time
for social reform, just be careful not to become
personally antagonistic with people.