November's opening vibe of Water offers enhanced intuition and spirituality. This is a time of prophetic dreams, synchronicity and events that possess an almost ethereal quality. Knowledge, love and openness win out over some of the darker forces at work in our personal lives. Connecting with others is easy and rewarding, and we feel moved to act towards strangers with understanding and compassion.

Water asks that during this time, you follow your heart, your instincts and that you become aware of your emotions. Logic often fails us, and to be guided by feelings isn't as dramatic or silly as it is portrayed. To lead with the heart often makes an unexpected difference where law, rightness and morality come up against a brick wall :)

Earth brings a warning of hard times ahead, for everyone. That's pretty obvious, given the state of the economy! It won't last forever, but in the time it is a factor, it will strengthen personal bonds and renew us spiritually. Now, I don't hold to the old adage of "poor materially, rich spiritually", nor do I believe that the two are mutually exclusive. It is true however, that when one is forced by circumstance to look inward, a reserve of trust, inner strength and hope is often found.

Financial chaos is only one manner of hardship we experience.. there is also a lot of scapegoating. I've mentioned it before.. The media and The Powers That Be whip up a frenzy of blame and hatred towards anyone they can easily marginalise. If you are in any way on the fringes of society then you are gonna feel very unsupported this November. Individual kindnesses (as shown by Water), buck the mob rule.

Earth reminds us to work on trust, prosperity and practicality NOW. Never underestimate the importance of goodwill and a good network of people you can rely on. Security , of course comes from within, so do whatever you can to feel safe and stable. Be realistic, and do any small.. or large.. tasks that will have a real-world effect on your assets. Stock up on essentials, repair that which needs attention and most of all, enjoy drawing these things to you.

The best method to cope with whatever d00m is heading this way is to face it with strength and as much joy as you can muster. Visualise and rise the the challenge.. see the adventure ahead!