February 2020 Horoscopes with James Christie

What do the stars have in store for you?

Some wide mood swings during February: nothing happens quickly enough for you and your impatience works against you. There’s a dash of romance around the 14^th but it won’t be enough to create a novel. Other folk may wonder what’s troubling you and you’ll be hard pressed to tell them exactly, and that’s why ‘Old Aries sings the blues!’

On a much more positive note you will find yourself looking forwards to the spring and early summer, at which time there is probably going to be a major sea change in the pattern of your life, and it might serve you well to concentrate on these projected changes, tidying up some of the loose ends and fine details.  At least, it will occupy your mind and give you something to work on.  Perhaps a nagging mood of disquiet when it becomes apparent that spouses and partners have their own ideas about what you should be doing.  Maybe you need to put them right to clear up any confusion.

Romantic aspects are relatively low key throughout February, but that doesn’t mean that you can’t make a lot of progress when it comes to making new friends and laying the foundation stones of new relationships.  Having said that, gentlemen Arians may need to make it clear to their (long term) partners that some of their loved one’s agendas are not written in tablets of stone. For example, if your partner wants a conservatory and you want a new car – buy the bloody car!  This may cause some temporary friction but it will prevent major confrontations later on.

The dog days of mid-winter are always a trial for Taureans, and rather than being loverbull you’re more likely to be irritabull and irrascabull. So get a grip, take a broad view of where your life is and where it’s going, and rejoice in your many blessings.  Okay, finances may be a bit awkward after overbending the plastic, but help is on the way. Just remember than any expenses you are incurring at this time are almost certainly necessary or unavoidable expenses, and even if it feels like you’re getting hit from all sides, just stay calm, deal with one bill after the other, and work your way through the mine field.  One idea from last year, which you were dissuaded from exploring, may be worth a second look, especially if you see it as a way of taking the pressure off and putting a few extra quid in the bank.

Older male members of the sign need to become a little bit more health conscious, and avoid excesses in all things. Taurean ladies of a “certain age” may need to accommodate some new health regimes of their own, and not be over-alarmed if that word “tests” crops up in medical conversations.

Younger bulls, (say, under 30) can look forward to some romantic high spots on or around the 7^th 14^th and 23^rd but should avoid making promises that they can’t keep.  Travel aspects look interesting towards the very end of the month; where you go might not be that important, but who you go there with could be extremely significant.

Finally please note that this is an important period for reunions with old friends and possibly some intricate and intense business conversations.

Relatively speaking this should be quite a calm and tranquil month, so don’t let minor niggles and irritations get blown out of proportion. You may be feeling some domestic claustrophobia during the last couple of weeks, so make a point of getting out a bit more: a midwinter visit to the seaside could bring some welcome fresh air, even if it’s freezing! If other people are not so keen on this idea, don’t be afraid of going off by yourself.  A little bit of “me” time should be seen as a worthwhile investment.  Having said that, February should be quite a vibrant month on the social scene with some noteworthy high points around the 19^th, 20^th and 21^st.

Gemini parents may be a bit confused by the antics and the attitudes of their children (especially grown up children) but perhaps this is not a time to ask too many questions, and it is certainly not a time to let yourself get conned into acting like the managers of “The Bank of Mum and Dad.” By all means, advise and support, but even then, only when you are asked to do so.

Younger members of the sign can look forward to some highly satisfactory romantic interludes, especially (and perhaps obviously) on or around the 14^th.

You should be feeling calm and confident, but there are some niggling worries about some of your recent decisions.  Have they been the right ones?  Or the wrong ones?  The only way to find out is to let the dice roll and see what happens next. Something will happen around the 19^th or 20^th which should give you the answers you need. As to whether you’re going to like those answers, ah well, that’s a different matter entirely, but at least you’ll know where you are and what you’ve got to do next, which in itself is a major achievement and stepping stone forwards. 

The energy in emotional relationships needs to be shaken up a bit, and you seem quite determined to be the one who is going to do the shaking. This is especially true for Cancerian females, but even the gentlemen of the sign will find themselves approaching a point when they feel that they’ve got to do something drastic to change the status quo. Parental responsibilities get in the way of personal desires, and while there is nothing new in this scenario, this time round those personal desires are going to be rather intense and very demanding.

If you’re looking for sunshine and bright lights you might have to settle for something a little less dramatic, but this gives you time to work out why you are no longer certain about which direction to take in 2020.  There is guidance and good advice from within the family, but for it to be effective, you do need to listen to what is being said to you, even if you don’t agree with all of it.  Much more importantly, you need to listen to your own heart and define your own desires and priorities.  The good news is that you can have what you want! The bad news is that you flaming well can’t if you don’t make up your mind about a few things and make a few firm commitments, backed up with actions rather than just words!

Okay, lecture over, so to change the subject, let’s take a look at finances. February is probably a fair month for jobs and careers and all cash aspects… gains made on the 4^th and 5^th with losses incurred around the 13^th and 14^th before the profit needle bounces up again on the 20^th or 21^st.  On the subject of health, stress levels quite high and disturbed sleep patterns are definitely not your best friends, and I suspect that male members of the sign may have some issues with bad diet.  On the subject of romance, well, I guess I’ve dealt with that in paragraph one, so do take note.  Put all of these factors together and if I was your doctor I’d prescribe a long holiday somewhere hot and sunny.  You need to clear your head, so do whatever you can, your own way, but it’s easier done on a Spanish beach than it is anywhere in North Yorkshire.

A busy month workwise, but also a fairly profitable one.  One major decision concerns future financial investments, and you’ll be weighing up a number of pros and cons. You will need to advise a close friend or business partner on their financial priorities, and for this you will need a dispassionate state of mind and a cool head. If you are wondering whether you should buy or sell, this is a time for some streamlining, so I would say “Sell!” Almost needless to say, there is someone close to you who will not share this view, and if this leads to an argument, that’s fine, as long as the argument does not turn into a quarrel. On the one hand, you shouldn’t tell someone else how to spend their money, but you do have a right to make your voice heard and your opinions considered, especially if you have helped that “someone else” earn the flaming money in the first place!

February 22^nd and 23^rd should be quite an intense weekend for emotional relationships: younger members of the sign benefit from a very sexy vibe reaching through the ether, while older people enjoy some success in removing some of the emotional obstacles that have been getting in the way of intimate harmony.  I’d like to draw your attention to three other dates in February when there will be some shift in practical obstacles which have been causing frustration and delays, and it’s all the sevens… The 7^th, 17^th, and 27^th.

Quite an eventful and exciting month in affairs of the heart and if you’re looking for evidence of someone’s commitment and affection, the signs should be clear to see. On a deeper level, however, it is your own levels of commitment which may become something of an issue, and if not in your own eyes, then certainly in those of a lover or partner. Both girls and guys need to be more open and direct in their conversations with each other. It clears the air and all parties end up knowing more precisely where they stand in each others’ affections.

Libran ladies who are more interested in careers, freedom and independence (especially if they are working beneath the umbrella of the “arts”) can make a lot of progress throughout the month, but there will be a price to pay.  If you think you can sustain a relationship while you’re dancing with the Royal Ballet or singing in a sweaty night club in Benidorm, while your other half clicks their heels up in North Yorkshire, well sorry girls, you need to think again!

This energy is part of a broader pattern!  Increasingly you come to see a world with wider boarders, a world with greater opportunities and different potential pathways.  All Librans will be assessing the worth of what they’ve got against what they might yet have, and many will find the courage to sacrifice the status quo in favour of new experiences and adventures.  However, do think things through and make a point of looking hard before you leap.

Quite a sexy month for those in the mood for love, and even if that mood escapes you, there is still a nice feeling of companionship and camaraderie in emotional relationships.  This gives you some breathing space to review the broader aspects of your life and to consider your overall direction. Good job prospects around the 10^th / 15^th with a minor cash boost on the 27^th, and therefore February is a good time for taking a long term view of your career options. Some members of the sign will be considering a major sideways step, while others will be content to do a bit of nipping and tucking, but either way “change” and “progress” are the names of the game. Please note that this is a very controlled process, and you are very much the architect and instigator.

There may be a few major issues demanding your attention but this is not the time to try and deal with them all at once. A “one step at a time” approach is more advantageous, and be cautious when it comes to making compromises.  Other people need to meet you half way, so give them some space to realise this for themselves. However, if, after a due degree of patience on your part, it transpires that someone is not meeting you half way, then it may be time to bite the bullet and give them a quiet, but very firm ultimatum. Yes, there is obviously some risk attached to this gambit, but life is full of risks and nothing ventured, nothing gained.

 There is some stability on the work scene, but you are probably not entirely happy with the ways things are right now.  You can’t change things on your own, so you need to persuade bosses or colleagues to see things your way.  This can be done, but only slowly and with some political subtlety. Female managers and workmates may be the key to your success in this area.

 There is a flare of romance on the 14^th (well, it is St. Valentine’s Day, after all) but there is some danger in assuming that the Feb 14^th energy will continue indefinitely. Sagittarian parents will be pleased with the progress of their kids, with some special victory or celebration on the 21^st or 22^nd.  Parents of grown up children may need to take the initiative when it comes to arranging meetings and reunions. Their progeny will be far too busy to give Mum and Dad more than a passing thought. Health aspects may need some attention in the late days of the month, and whatever we are dealing with here, it’s probably stress related.

Things might not be absolutely perfect on the work scene, but they could be a darned sight worse, so keep your head down and slog away as best you can. If a partner is being critical of your work ethic, do remember that they’ve got your best interests at heart. If you are “management” you need to communicate more, and if you’re one of the “workers” you must demand clarity.

Some big bills in February persuade you to hunt around for better deals from other companies or service providers, and although this can be a hassle, it can be a very worthwhile hassle if you can cut your outgoings by 20% or 30%.  There isn’t much reward for loyalty these days, so make sure your head rules your heart when it comes to deciding where to put your money.

A reunion with old friends on the 13^th could give you a lift and improve your social life. The 14^th is probably a bit of a “non-event” but the chances are that you’ll not be too sorry about that. Social aspects get a bit of a boost on the 18^th (someone’s birthday?) and an even bigger boost on the 25^th/26^th weekend.  Champagne corks popping and some big restaurant bills!

If there are any health issues needing attention they are probably associated with sleep deprivation, ongoing levels of stress, possibly too much drinking and overall lack of energy.  If you ask me, you need a long holiday.  See it as a necessary investment rather than a luxury.

Possibly quite a confusing month with different situations demanding your attention at different times. One of the big bug-bears right now is your level of discontent in connection with careers and many of you will be looking for change in this area.  New jobs, part-time hours, early retirement options, pension pots etc. all come under scrutiny at this time. This could be a bit scary, but it’s better than sitting there and doing nothing, just hoping things will get better when you full well know that they won’t.

One thing you’ve got going for you is the degree of love and support you’re getting from within the family, but even here you will be feeling slightly pressured when you realise that lovers and partners have their own agendas: are they really on your side, or is there a subtle degree of subliminal manipulation going on?

Older male members of the sign may need to be a bit more determined and ruthless when it comes to diet and exercise regimes, and while this could also apply to females, I reckon it’s the guys who are most at risk.

Something to do with insurance, especially travel insurance, could become significant in the last few days of the month.  Shop around and don’t just go for the first deal you find.

I won’t accuse you of looking smug, but there are certainly some high degrees of self-satisfaction making their presence felt throughout February as a number of different things seem to fall into place without very much effort at all on your part. So, don’t rock the boat, just go with the flow, and relax as your previous months and years of patience begin to be rewarded. This doesn’t happen all at once with a detonation of fireworks going whizzbang all around you, but you should be able to read the signs without too much difficulty.  People say “yes” to you rather than “no”, and the advice you receive urges you to do what you were going to do in the first place.

We would all like more money, but if you review your finances with some forensic detachment, you should be encouraged when you realise that although you might not have all that you want, you do have as much as you need.  Think about that one for a moment, because it’s not a bad position to be in. (Okay I know that loads of people will take me to task on that one, but as I suggest, just think about it for a minute!)

With regard to affairs of the heart and emotional relationships, somewhat paradoxically, it is older members of the sign who seem to be getting the most out of this aspect of their lives, and weddings with grey hair might not be that far away in the future. Perhaps because it is so unexpected, mature romance, the second or third time around, can be so much sweeter than the anxiety and angst associated with young love.