Your April 2024 Andscape horoscope

We got a transformative solar eclipse this month, but Mercury is also retrograde. While there are big changes afoot, progress may be slow, not only because of the retrograde but also because active Mars is in sleepy Pisces until the 30th, decreasing our energy levels. There may also be some unfinished business to sort out before we can move ahead while Mercury backtracks through energetic Aries.

As a rule, it’s always good to revisit projects and revise plans during a retrograde instead of jumping into something new. At the same time, eclipses work to bring us life-changing opportunities and experiences, but they also push us to clear out anything in our lives that’s become stagnant or unsustainable. This month encourages us to pause and reflect on what needs to be improved or released as new paths open up to us. Value-driven Venus also spends time in Aries, which means practicing self-love and cultivating self-awareness will be key to moving forward.

The transition from Aries season to Taurus season is always an exercise in having the courage to blaze new trails and go after what we want and how to sustain and enjoy what we have once we’ve found it. However, this Taurus season brings us a rare alignment between Jupiter, the planet of growth and change-making Uranus. Rather than clinging to what feels familiar, comfortable, or convenient, this planetary pairing encourages us to take a risk and move beyond our comfort zone.

Working with the full moon in penetrating Scorpio will allow us to confront our fears and strip away anything that feels inauthentic, making room for something new. Though as we think about what we want to invite into our life, Venus in Taurus will call on us to make sound investments with our time, resources, and heart. Once Mercury turns forward and motivating Mars moves back home to Aries at the end of the month, it will be time to put our plans into action.

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Key Dates

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Aries

April may be a bit slow-moving, but that doesn’t mean that it can’t be productive. With analytical Mercury retrograde in Aries, you’re being asked to consider your words and your choices carefully. Take stock of where you’re at so you can assess what’s best for you as well as the best way forward. The first half of the month brings you a transformative solar eclipse, reigniting your commitment to self-development and improvement. You may be ready to make a lifestyle change or initiate your own personal glow up, especially once dazzling Venus and empowering Mars visit Aries.

By mid-month Taurus season begins, spotlighting your money and values. If you’ve been aiming for entrepreneurship or a new job or greater financial independence, or you need help remembering your worth, a powerful alignment between abundant Jupiter and progressive Uranus in your money zone could be a major boost for you. Meanwhile, the full moon in Scorpio is great for spring cleaning, like clearing out your closets and donating items you no longer use or need. Make space in your life for new and better things to enter it. With the help of Venus in Taurus, you can replenish your resources.

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Taurus

You might have some restless nights and vivid dreams this month. However, this might not necessarily be a bad thing as the combination of Mercury retrograde and a cathartic solar eclipse could lead you to an emotional or creative breakthrough. Just take care not to ruminate on bad experiences. Consider this eclipse as an opportunity to renew your mind and spirit. As balance-seeking Venus also travels through Aries, you might find that you need more alone time than usual. Solitude can be restorative.

Once Taurus season begins, so does your new year. And with fortuitous Jupiter and liberating Uranus joining forces in your sign, it’s time to liberate yourself from shame, fear, or self-doubt. If you’re willing to take a big risk and bet on yourself, you could reap some serious rewards. Meanwhile, Venus’ visit to Taurus can help you refresh your style or beauty regimen as you opt for a look that better reflects your true self. Sharing warmth and positivity with others is also a theme for April as the Scorpio full moon aims to bring out your humanitarian side. Mars in Aries can help you find a cause you’re passionate about.

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Gemini

Mercury retrograde takes place in your zone of hopes and wishes, giving you the chance to reassess your goals. As a game-changing solar eclipse in aspirational Aries supercharges your drive and ambition, you may get to realize one of your dreams, but for this to happen, know that this eclipse will strip anything away that’s not in alignment with your path. With sociable Venus visiting Aries, keep a heads up for opportunities to connect or reconnect with people who can help you along on your journey.

When Taurus season arrives, you’ll be ready to step away from the crowd and focus on more behind-the-scenes matters. If you’ve been feeling lost or uninspired, you may have an epiphany, showing you the direction to take as wise Jupiter and liberating Uranus align in your sector of spirituality and intuition. Additionally, the full moon in transformative Scorpio will aid you in improving your daily habits or routine so that your body has the support it needs to support your busy lifestyle. While loving Venus visits Taurus and motivating Mars visits Aries, work on finding a healthy balance between your social life and your need for peace and relaxation.

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Cancer

You may be thinking hard about your accomplishments and what you want to achieve. While April isn’t the best time for making big decisions concerning your professional goals or projects (because of Mercury retrograde), it is an optimal time for planning and prepping for what you’d like to do next. With a powerful solar eclipse bringing opportunities for advancement and development in your field or industry, you’re poised for success. With charming Venus also visiting Aries, consider reaching out to old colleagues or business contacts for networking or advice.

As Taurus season activates your zone of friendship and goals, your connections to others will help you progress forward. The meetup between growth-oriented Jupiter and unconventional Uranus could bring you unexpected opportunities through your social circle and introduce you to some brilliant, creative, or influential people. The full moon in magnetic Scorpio could be a great time for attending a networking or social event, sharing your talents on a public stage, or completing a creative project. Venus’s entry into Taurus will also be good for networking, socializing, and catching up with friends while Mars in Aries will ramp up your need to succeed.

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Leo

April may feel a bit sluggish, but progress can still be made. Taking time out to reconnect with age-old spiritual wisdom that has guided or comforted you could be beneficial during Mercury retrograde. Also with yummy Venus in adventurous Aries, consider revisiting a place that you love. Dipping into the past might prove to be useful as the Aries solar eclipse revs up your excitement for learning, teaching, or travel. There could be a long-held dream or passion of yours that becomes the catalyst for your next big adventure or project.

This theme of making something old feel new again continues into Taurus season as an alignment between expansive Jupiter and innovative Uranus aims to revolutionize your career. If there’s something that you’ve always wanted to do professionally, but you’ve been too afraid to try or short on resources, that may soon change under this cosmic lineup. A big opportunity could materialize unexpectedly, especially once Venus gets to Taurus and begins ramping up your popularity. Work with the full moon in Scorpio to identify anything (or anyone) that’s been siphoning your energy so you can reclaim and harness it. Once motivating Mars moves home to Aries, it’s ready, set, go!

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Virgo

Between having an energizing solar eclipse and your ruling planet retrograde in your zone of rebirth, think of this month as a cosmic detox. It’s a chance to clean up your finances, improve your spiritual hygiene and emotional well-being, and get rid of any physical junk that’s been taking up too much space. You’re undergoing a transformation that may feel akin to getting a clean slate. With Venus in Aries also in tow, there could be a promising financial partnership on the horizon or a chance at greater intimacy with your partner.

Your desire for growth and inspiration should increase when Taurus season begins. With the help of lucky Jupiter and Uranus, the planet concerned with unique and exciting experiences, there could be a once-in-a-lifetime trip or an opportunity that arises related to teaching or speaking engagements, media and publishing, learning, or travel. Be on the lookout for some good or promising news near the full moon in Scorpio. Meanwhile, Venus in Taurus could connect you with people in another part of the country or globe for business or for pleasure while Mars in Aries can help you sever toxic ties.

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Libra

Under the solar eclipse in Aries, you can expect big changes in your relationships or at least in your approach to them. As communicative Mercury is also retrograde in Aries, there may be misunderstandings to sort out or agreements to negotiate. Relationship-oriented Venus is also in the mix, and some Libras may be looking to start a new chapter with their partner while other Libras may be learning how to show up for others without over-compromising on their own needs and desires. When assertive Mars moves home to fiery Aries later this month, you may need to push back on those who demand much and give back very little.

As Taurus season highlights your zone of intimacy and shared resources, it can help to bring you closer to someone you love or attract an ideal business partnership or a juicy commission. Generous Jupiter and unpredictable Uranus will align in Taurus as well, which could bring unexpected money or resources your way or aid you in breaking free of an unhealthy relationship or change self-sabotaging behaviors. Expect the Scorpio full moon to show you where you should stop selling yourself short or giving too much of yourself.

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Scorpio

As Mercury travels backward through your wellness zone, you may identify ways you can simplify your life while sweet Venus invites you to adopt more ease into your daily routine. Maybe there are projects or responsibilities that you can afford to get some help with or step away from. The solar eclipse encourages you to do as much as you can to support and care for your health. Leaving a toxic or dead-end job could be one way to do that; a new fitness routine could be another. Mars’ visit to Aries will soon lend you the drive to pursue either option.

As Taurus season illuminates your relationship zone, you’re reminded that you can also simplify your life by partnering with others instead of going the DIY route. The trick is making sure that whoever you join forces with is a good match. With lucky Jupiter and intuitive Uranus, teaming up in loyal and supportive Taurus, you might find such a partnership quicker than you think. When Venus reaches Taurus, it will also help you connect with the right people. A romantic relationship can also thrive. Under the full moon in Scorpio, it could be your moment to shine.

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Sagittarius

Eclipses can be stressful, but this solar eclipse in Aries, which compliments your fiery spirit, may be more lighthearted since it activates your zone of joy and creativity. Even with Mercury retrograde, you can still have fun, whether it’s returning to something you love, like dancing or singing, or achieving a breakthrough with a creative project. Under the solar eclipse, this is a time to let your talents shine and your heart take the lead. Romance may also be a hot spot for you as seductive Venus and passionate Mars visit Aries.

Of course, finding a happy balance between work and play will be necessary with Taurus season illuminating your sector of health and routine. There may be responsibilities that you can’t escape but avoid taking on more than you can handle. Prioritize your wellness too. The meetup between expansive Jupiter and changeable Uranus can be useful for making healthy improvements to your lifestyle, finding a new job, or developing a more efficient routine. Expect an energy-zapping full moon in Scorpio to highlight where you need to cut back or what you need to cut down on. Venus’ visit to Taurus can help you create a daily practice that you love.

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Capricorn

The solar eclipse puts focus on your home life. You may be relocating or caring for an aging parent. Some Capricorns may be settling into new parenthood. As beautiful Venus visits your home zone, it’s also an ideal time to redecorate. With Mercury currently retrograde and Mars soon entering Aries, there may be home repairs or improvements to be made or issues to work out with your family, lease, or roommate. Whatever comes up now is showing you where you can create more peace, security, or a stronger support system in your life.

Though with all that you have going on with your home and family, chances are you will need a break. When Taurus season kicks off, activating your zone of creativity and play, it will be an invitation for you to let loose and have some fun. The alignment between feel-good Jupiter and exciting Uranus (also in Taurus) can be wonderful for creative risk-taking and inspiration or engaging with spontaneity and adventure. Under the Scorpio full moon, you might attend a get-together or a celebration with old friends. If your love life needs attention, Venus in Taurus will assist.

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Aquarius

Mercury retrograde scrambles your communication zone, highlighting a need to double-check information or upgrade the tech or systems that you use. Since the solar eclipse in enterprising Aries lands in this zone too, it may be time to level up your skills or change your way of thinking. The combination of the retrograde and eclipse could also help rekindle your interest in an old idea or project which could turn out to be a huge success. As influential Venus also journeys through Aries, people will be very welcoming of your words and thoughts, so long as you take the time to work on your messaging. The full moon in Scorpio might be a moment of achievement for you.

With all the busyness of this month, take advantage of Taurus season to anchor yourself with time at home or with loved ones. Venus’s move to Taurus will aid you in creating a cozy vibe. Growth-oriented Jupiter and revolutionizing Uranus will work together to help you too, giving you the nudge you need to develop better ways of coping with difficult emotions or family drama. When hotheaded Mars reaches Aries at the end of April, having a strategy for dealing with stress will be beneficial.

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Pisces

You may be dealing with concerns about your money due to Mercury retrograde. Use it to review your budget, spending, or accounts. If you’ve been craving a new job, better pay, or a stronger relationship with money, the solar eclipse in ambitious Aries will spur you on. Your values and self-esteem also come under the microscope, especially when Venus gets to Aries. If you’ve been doubting your worth or settling for less than you deserve, it’s time for a change and fearless Mars will help you find the courage to do it.

As Taurus season activates your communication zone, you’re encouraged to speak up for what you need or want. Under the alignment between benevolent Jupiter and lightning-quick Uranus, there’s a strong chance you’ll get it. Jupiter and Uranus can also help you think more creatively or find the answers you’ve been missing. If you have an idea that you want to bring to life, these two planets can help you with that as well. Whatever you choose to do may require a leap of faith. Expect the full moon in Scorpio to be the push you need while Venus in Taurus ensures you have a soft place to land.