April Horoscope

The theme for this month is POWER + PASSION. 

There is a lot of Aries fire fuelling us over the next few weeks. We also have some pretty significant cosmic events occurring so it will be a time of major change, new beginnings, and intuitive action.

It is important to get grounded in your body and remind yourself of how powerful you really are. It is a time to advocate for yourself, use your voice where necessary, and engage with the people, places, and practices that really light you up.

Whilst it will be tempting to want to control outcomes, Eclipse season is still very much present this month, so you have to be very trusting of the Universe. Even when life appears chaotic, there is a method to the madness. In hindsight, it will all make sense.

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Key Dates

2nd - 26th April Mercury retrograde in Aries

A time to go slower, and trust your intuition rather than relying on logic. Mercury, the planet that rules communication, technology, travel, and information appears to be moving backward and so it is likely you will experience a few glitches, delays, and misunderstandings. In the fiery sign of Aries, watch if your tempter flares. Cool-off periods are a good idea.

9th New Moon Solar Eclipse in Aries

This new moon closes the eclipse portal and signals new beginnings. Aries is a self-oriented sign and the invitation is to really celebrate who you are as an individual; and to focus on your needs and desires in this chapter of your life. You might find new people, opportunities, or ideas enter your life and take you by surprise. Enjoy the spontaneity of it all, and bravely put yourself out there.

21st Jupiter conjunct Uranus in Taurus

This is a rare aspect that only happens once every 12 years. Uranus brings instability and unexpected plot twists, while Jupiter brings expansion and abundance. This can create revolutionary change on a global level especially as it relates to wealth and resources. On a personal level, it can bring change to our finances, self-worth, and work.

24th Full Moon in Scorpio

Scorpio is a water sign and stirs feelings from the deeper places inside. Don’t be alarmed if old feelings from years ago resurface; they are coming up to be cleared. This month’s theme is POWER + PASSION, and this full moon is an opportunity to reflect on what makes you feel powerful and what you are truly passionate about.

Aries

This month is an invitation to express more of your authentic self. Set your sights higher for yourself. Instead of listening to the advice of others, trust your own inner knowing. Notice what doors are opening for you, especially around the solar eclipse. You may have surprising interactions with people. Stay open to invitations coming your way, especially about sharing your message with a wider group of people. You don’t need to be in the hustle and bustle mode, even though it can feel tempting. This month, you need to remind yourself that you are worthy regardless of how much you work, who you hang out with, and what you own. You are worthy for simply being yourself. Situations may arise that trigger old limiting beliefs, so it’s important to take action in the face of self-doubt. Reclaiming your power looks like giving yourself healthy rest breaks and saying no when you don’t want to do something. You might find it difficult to express everything you feel this month. Mercury retrograde adds to that confusion. Journalling can help to make sense of your feelings and thoughts, but sometimes words are not enough, and you just need to physically move your body to relieve mental and emotional tension. Some surprises around finances may be on the cards. If there are challenges, use your innate optimism to find the opportunities and trust your ability to be quick on your feet when changes arise. The full moon is a time to reflect on intimate relationships. You may feel a lot of desire and passion in the days surrounding the full moon. Will satisfying those desires also meet your deep needs? You may find there are two conflicting driving forces within you. Pause before taking action. Spontaneity can be fun, but this full moon wants your decisions to be deliberate. Your actions display what you believe you are worthy of, so set the tone well. 

Taurus

This month is a time to dream, imagine, create, and tap into your spiritual side. Keep a log of all the things your intuition is telling you. Mercury Retrograde can cause your logical mind to feel a little fuzzy, but your intuition is wise. You might also feel extra sentimental or nostalgic over the coming weeks. There is a new and exciting chapter opening up for you but with this comes some grief as you need to farewell an old version of yourself. Feel all the feelings and write down everything you are willing to let go of. Focus on what is truly important in this new season of your life. Keep your eyes peeled for surprising serendipitous moments that happen throughout the month to let you know you are on the right track. You may receive some unexpected news later in the month. Have some white space in your calendar that will allow you to adapt your plans where necessary. Something in your life may require more of your energy and attention than you anticipated. Whilst it might feel like an unpredictable period of time, it has the potential to produce very abundant and positive outcomes, so look out for the silver linings. The full moon shines light on your romantic and business-related relationships. It will highlight what you really want in these areas and what you are currently attracting into your life. If there is a discrepancy between your desires and your current reality, question what limiting beliefs may be standing in your way. When you do the inner work of healing limiting beliefs, your energy field becomes a stronger match for what you wish to manifest. Call upon your higher self to help you through this process. Get clear on the kinds of people you want to surround yourself with moving forward. There is an invitation to set your standards higher and to really focus on nurturing the people in your life who see your true value.

Gemini

This month is a great time to build your social networks. New people are entering your life, and you may find new business opportunities arising. Think about the ways you can create a positive ripple effect in the world. The people you meet and the conversations you have will be planting seeds for things to grow in the future. With Mercury retrograde clouding the channels of communication, you will need to be conscious of how you express your ideas. Write things down or say them aloud a few times until you find a way to clearly communicate them with others. You will reclaim a sense of confidence and power within your relationships as the weeks go on. Where do you need to stretch yourself? What action can you take to move you outside of your comfort zone? Let yourself dream bigger for yourself. Around the new moon solar eclipse, look at the relationships you have with significant male figures in your life and what they are teaching you. Prioritise meditation and spiritual practices in the second half of the month so that your mind isn’t overloaded or distracted. Some major life shifts are occurring for you, and it is important that your decisions are in alignment with what your heart truly desires. Challenge yourself to consume less information this month. When you tune out the voices and opinions of others you are able to hear your inner voice with greater precision. In quiet and unexpected moments, you will have breakthrough ideas and sudden “ah-ha” realisations, so make the space for them to come through. The full moon shines light on your health. What are some practices that your physical body loves? As the seasons change, your body may need different levels of hydration, rest, nourishment, and movement. The full moon will also stir big feelings. Do things to soothe your nervous system. If you are getting hung up on a specific detail, ask yourself: is this going to matter 5 years from now?

Cancer

This month signals major new beginnings in your career. You will feel very inspired to take action toward your future visions and the legacy you want to create. Your sense of confidence grows when you keep small promises to yourself regularly, so set yourself achievable tasks to complete every day. Work projects may take longer than expected, with Mercury Retrograde causing glitches and delays in your technology and communication. It always helps to double-check things, save documents, and have a plan B in place. In general, remind yourself that done is better than perfect and you can always learn from your mistakes. Instead of getting frustrated with delays, find the humour in it all. Your wider community, both in person and online, may go through some big changes this month. What kind of people do you want to have an impact on? Is there a message you want to share with a wider group? Think creatively about the ways you can expand your community. You love the security of your home and close relationships, but this month, it is time to stretch beyond the confines of what feels safe and to meet new people, have new social experiences, and learn about yourself through a wider group. You have such lovely energy to share, so step forward confidently. You might find that something you’ve been dreaming about actually comes to life, and it may require more of your energy and attention than you expected. The full moon stirs strong emotions and shines light on your romantic life. Instead of analysing all the little details, notice what your gut instincts are telling you. It is a great month to seek out mentors or learn from people you really admire, as they will expand your belief about what is possible for you and help to uplift and inspire you. When you look back on April, you will appreciate how much self-growth occurred.

Leo

This month brings new adventures and a lot of learning. Reflect on everything that transpired in March. What are you grateful for? What closures took place? What felt final or significant? Things are being cleared from your life now to create space for the new. There will be challenges to overcome, and if someone offers to help you, allow them to. You don’t need to muscle through the hard things just to make a point. Beyond the physical realm, you are also being supported spiritually, so ask for signs when you need them. Later in the month, your career becomes a strong focus. You may need to make some big decisions and deal with a lot of unknowns and uncertainty. Despite not having clear answers or knowing the final outcome, it is a very exciting time and an opportunity to step into new territory. Remind yourself that you are worthy of your desires, and when it comes to your life’s work, set your sights high and don’t spend time trying to conform to others’ expectations. In the few days leading up to and after the full moon, you’ll feel a little more introverted and introspective. Your emotions may fluctuate, and you’ll need the space and time to feel everything. Connect with the people you love and feel safe around. Reflect on the major transformations that have occurred in recent weeks and how your perspective on things has changed. What relationships are you are investing most of your time and energy into? What is the return on that investment? There are seasons in life where you will give more than you receive and vice versa, but overall, you deserve a lot of love and respect, and it’s important to get real with who is worthy of being in your life. There is so much self-growth ahead of you and times when you will need to get very raw and vulnerable. Go forth with an open heart.

Virgo

This month brings new beginnings and transformation, especially in your relationships. How satisfied are you with the physical, emotional and intellectual intimacy in your close relationships? What would you like to improve in your relationships? Early in the month, get very clear on the type of relationship experiences you want to manifest. You are allowed to get very specific. Notice if limiting beliefs arise. Challenge yourself to ask the Universe for what you really want. April is a good time to reflect on how satisfied you are with your finances. Are there ways you can empower yourself to grow financially or perhaps support others in their financial growth? You may feel inspired to create new streams of income or initiate new business ventures. Let your imagination run wild and take action on the things that your intuition is guiding you toward. The solar eclipse might rock the boat and bring new challenges into your life. It is nothing you can’t handle, and there will be a lot of self-growth in the process. Later in the month, stay open to interesting characters and lessons flowing into your life. If you are presented with opportunities, seek out mentors for advice. No question is a silly question. You might also feel inspired to up-skill or train in something new. Your curiosity is purposeful, so follow its lead. Your ruling planet, Mercury, is retrograde for most of this month, so remember to go slow, create additional space in the calendar to account for delays, check before you press send, and read the fine print. You may feel your nervous system is extra frazzled. There is no point placing stress on top of stress, so give yourself some extra downtime. You might focus on breath work, meditation, exercise, creative time, or nature time; do whatever fills your cup up and brings you into homeostasis. Your community will benefit when you share your favourite healing tools with them.

Libra

This month, your focus will be heavily relationship-oriented. You will be given an opportunity to reconsider your boundaries, desires and needs within your close partnerships. Healthy boundaries are a result of a strong, secure sense of self and knowledge of one’s own priorities. Have you negotiated your own values in an attempt to avoid rejection or pain? Have you given up some of your autonomy for the sake of certain relationships? Looking after the people you love is important but your own individual interests and passions also need to be tended to. When you communicate your deepest desires and needs with others, it can feel very vulnerable but April presents a wonderful opportunity to have those vulnerable conversations. When you do, you will feel so much lighter and emotionally intimate with those people that mean the most to you and it will sift out the people who are truly worthy of your time. You might experience a sense of instability with finances this month. Whether there is a spike or a dip, it is good to keep your nervous system regulated. Money comes and goes and it is important to remain in a state of abundance always. This time, it is asking you to trust that everything is working out in your favour, even if you cannot see how. Throughout the month, create some kind of routine, whether it’s something in the morning or evening, that keeps your mind and body connected. The full moon highlights your sense of self-worth and your ability to use your voice and speak up for what you want. Over the course of the month, there is a lot of inner work to be done. There are multiple external events that will be outside of your control, and your power lies in your response. The full moon is a time to reflect on how well you have moved through challenges and to bring visibility to the opportunities that now lay before you.

Scorpio

This month is an opportunity to spruce up your routine. Your body is craving something new, whether it is a movement practice, different foods, a morning ritual, or some extra rest; notice how your body responds to the inputs it receives. There is so much opportunity to consume in this world, and it is important to check in with yourself. How do you want to feel? What conversations, images, information, and nutrition will support you to feel that way? When you are deliberate with what you are consuming and you cut out the things that deplete you or leave you feeling unsatisfied, you leave more space for creation. Have some white space in the calendar to just be creative, carefree, and able to go with the flow. The eclipse may bring changes to the way your daily work looks. Perhaps there are changes in the people you interact with or the content of what you do. One door is closing so another can open. What are you letting go of? What are you opening up to? The way you operate within the container of your relationships is likely to change this month. If there are certain patterns or habits that aren’t serving you or the other person, acknowledge them. You may have a breakthrough encounter that helps to move past old, unhelpful ways of being. The full moon is in your sign, shining light on your life direction. Where do you see yourself 6 months from now? Clarity is beginning to dawn after the past few weeks of instability. What can you sense is on the horizon? Scorpio is one of the most intuitive signs, so follow those intuitive nudges. You may discover tools that help you in your healing this month that you feel passionate about. It is a great month to share your discoveries with other people. Get comfortable with being seen and heard. Your voice matters and can help a lot of people.

Sagittarius

This month feels creatively inspiring. You may have felt some creative fog in recent weeks. Something has been brewing within you but you haven’t quite been able to name it. This month, those creative ideas are becoming clearer. Eclipse season has been stirring change in everyone’s lives, and the next few weeks will continue to feel a little unstable. You are being invited to let go and not take this time so seriously. While uncertainty can evoke fear, this month is a time for you to remember your true essence is joyful, playful, and free spirited. April is an invitation for you to laugh more, sing more, dance more, go with the flow, and connect with your inner child. There is so much to romanticise about your life, and it comes from savouring the little and sweet moments. The more grateful you are for what it is, the more abundance you will experience. As your energy lightens, your visionary mind will get to work. Keep a journal nearby to write down all the insights and ideas you receive. You will have thoughts about the future and what you can build. You don’t need to act on all of your ideas, but highlight the ones that feel particularly exciting. The seasons are shifting, and your body desires different ways of moving, resting, nourishing, and hydrating. Try to eat seasonally and work with the natural rhythm your body is craving. The full moon is a time of deep introspection. Carve out some time to be alone. If possible, spend some moments in nature without your devices. When you are fully immersed in nature, there is so much she can teach you. Nature does not rush, nor does she procrastinate. Nature wants you to be courageous and to trust that you are supported. Throughout this month, your family, home, and female relationships will prove important. Make sure you feel adequately supported in these areas and approach them with a grateful heart.

Capricorn 

This month is a time of new beginnings. There are new living arrangement opportunities that present themselves. Family matters might also be brought to the surface. You may need to make some big decisions. Be bold and brave, and trust your gut instincts. Mercury retrograde is occurring for the majority of the month, so if you need to sign any contracts or enter into any long-term commitments, read the fine print and have a few extra conversations to make sure expectations are clear. This is an exciting time of change, but it can feel destabilising, so implement some kind of routine to keep you feeling balanced. Your routine doesn’t need to be rigorous; it could be the act of taking 5 deep breaths in the morning or writing in a gratitude journal at night. Have something to keep you anchored and connected within so that the chaos of the outside world doesn’t rock you off-centre. You will feel creatively inspired at the end of the month and more inclined to socialise and be extroverted. You might also find that your romantic life goes through some unexpected twists and turns. Variety keeps things interesting, and your perspective on something might be challenged. Whilst it can be helpful to hear others’ opinions, the most important thing is to listen to your intuition. There will be opportunities for you to be seen and celebrated this month. If you have been working on something or you want to share what is on your heart, it is a great time to use your voice and express what lives inside. The full moon shines light on your wider community. It is a lovely time to reflect on the friendships and network you have built around you over the past few years. How have your relationships evolved? What have you learned about yourself and others? It is also good to think about how your work has impacted others. What you do every day has a ripple effect, and you shouldn't underestimate the value you bring to the world.

Aquarius

You are a brilliant thinker, and you naturally spend a lot of time in your head. This month, you might find your thoughts are moving at a faster pace than usual, and it can feel a little confusing and hard to keep up. Mercury retrograde is stirring the pot, making logical conclusions harder to reach. While it can be tempting to want to control everything and have all the answers, now is simply not the time. It is eclipse season so things might feel chaotic and unpredictable. Subconsciously, this can evoke fear. The Universe is moving things around and you can trust it is all working out as it is meant to. Give yourself grace and implement practices that calm your nervous system. It is a good time to think about your environment. Who and what do you want to be surrounding yourself with? The end of the month may bring about major changes in your home environment or family life. The relationships you have with significant women in your life, and people from the past are also brought into the spotlight. Jupiter will bring abundance, love, and support, while Uranus will create a lot of uncertainty. This is a time to focus on what you desire in relation to home, family, and children. It is also a time to check in with your own inner child and what they need. The full moon shines light on the legacy you want to leave in this life. What impression do you want to have on people? What is the message you want to get across? What is the energy you want to feel and radiate out into the world? It is a good time to be introspective and get clear on your current priorities. You may get intuitive insights about the work you need to do over the next 6- 12 months. This month will bring events into your life that challenge you and inspire you. There will be ample opportunity to do the inner work and make decisions that help to strengthen your self-worth. 

Pisces

This month is a time to focus on your self-worth. With Saturn and Mars in your sign, you are being encouraged to do the uncomfortable or hard things. How valued do you feel at work and in your close relationships? You can be very compassionate and sensitive to the needs of others but the eclipse portal is giving you opportunities to see the ways you are placing others needs before your own. It is time to reclaim your sense of power and confidence by focusing on what truly lights you up and prioritising that. Focus on the people and places that lift your energy rather than drain it. The new moon may bring about financial opportunities. Get grounded in your body and avoid making impulsive decisions. Aries season is a fast-paced time, but with Mercury retrograde, it’s important not to rush into anything too soon. Community is so important for your overall well-being this month, and some shifts are going on in this arena. Notice what type of people attract into your life and if any new relationships are formed. The people you are connecting with may be for a season, a reason, or a lifetime and there are always lessons to be learned with every relationship. Write down a list of the qualities you desire in a friend and the qualities you bring to your friendships. Some changes might occur within your living arrangements. Your intuition will guide you to where you are meant to be and who you are meant to live with. The full moon shines light on your need for adventure. Where do you want to explore this year? Is there something new you want to learn or a new skill you want to acquire? Your mind is keen for stimulation. Travel and spiritual exploration are high on the priority list. Write out a list of what you want to manifest over the next 6-12 months, and let that list sit in under the light of the full moon.

Horoscope by Hannah Crerar
Hannah specialises in Soul Psychology, Chakra and Meridian Theory, Trauma Informed Yoga tools and Astrology.