The Most Expansive Zodiac Season Is Here: Here's How to Harness It
Every 30 days or so, the Sun visits a new zodiac sign. During this "season", you will feel the dominant astrological energy , regardless of what day of the year you were born. The 2021 Sagittarius season begins on November 21 and ends on December 21 .
Have you been flying under the radar during Scorpio season? Go out, connect, wherever you are! The spirit of adventure might take over you during Sagittarius season 2021, and what a refreshing change of pace. After a month of obsessively focused Scorpio energy, you can adjust your sights to the wide, wide-angle lens that Sagittarius is famous for.
Sagittarius is the third of the three fire signs of the zodiac and is part of the "mutable" mode (or triplicity). Mutable signs (the others are Gemini, Virgo and Pisces) are all about change and variety. While this month-long cycle may not be the best time to make firm decisions, it is an optimal window for adventurous exploration. Seek and you will find!
Here are seven ways to harness the spirit of Sagittarius season 2021 to channel the fiery courage of the Archer:
1. Unleash your optimism.
As the Brave Archer star sign, quick-witted Sagittarius represents endless possibilities. Studies have shown that positive thoughts improve well-being and lead to a richer, more satisfying life. After the intense tunnel vision of Scorpio season, philosophical Sagittarius allows you to step back and see the bigger picture. Put on other people's hiking shoes and look at the entire hardwood forest, not just the small grove of maples.
It is true that positive thinking alone cannot erase struggles. But a change in mindset can fill the glass beyond its half-empty state. It was Sagittarius Dale Carnegie, born November 24, 1888, who wrote the world's first truly influential self-help book, How To Win Friends and Influence People.
A word of warning: This is not about applying a shiny coat of stupidity over reality. As multi-hyphenate Sagittarius Janelle Monae said, "I spend a lot of time in the future. But to help the future, sometimes you have to go back to the past, and sometimes you have to stay in the present."
2. Take a calculated risk.
Sagittarius, who rolls around a lot of money, is the gambler of the zodiac. During this four-week cycle, rolling the dice on an opportunity can yield game-changing results. If you feel the need to shake up the status quo, put a safety net in place. Consider several options before deciding. Get an expert's opinion and imagine the worst-case scenarios: What could you lose and what would leave you behind?
Even if you're taking a huge risk, you don't have to put all your chips on the table. Calculated risks can make things happen without requiring blind optimism. So don't fall in love with people's potential or pour all your savings into an investment that "intuitively" seems like it could be the next Bitcoin. While this solar cycle may make us all a little luckier than usual, do your due diligence and know what you're getting into...before you jump.
3. Make humor your superpower.
Sagittarius is the master of humor, he knows how to find the divine comedy in life. During this solar season, humor is an effective tool for coping with circumstances that seem too overwhelming to understand. Take a cue from Sagittarius comedian Margaret Cho, whose mother inspired hours of stand-up comedy that was both hilarious and heartwarming.
4. Refine your media knowledge.
Build your platform and reveal your truth! This media-savvy fire sign can help you spread a crucial message. Many famous authors and lyricists were born while the Sun was in Sagittarius, including Jane Austen, CS Lewis, Jay Z and Mos Def. It's a busy time of year, but that doesn't have to derail your dreams of becoming the next publishing mogul. Think like a journalist. Every walk you take in your neighborhood could be an article lead or news story waiting to be published. The mind-blowing conversations you have with your best friend could inspire others to think outside the box if you record the dialogue as a split-screen Instagram Live.
Even if you're more of a consumer than a creator, you can sharpen your media education. We can't stem the tide of information in the digital age, but we can learn to read and digest it critically. The power of the pen (and the pixel) goes both ways. Remember to post and consume wisely. Don't believe the hype! Check the “facts” using credible research from multiple sources. And even then, remember that every story also has the author's twist. Take everything into account, then form your own opinion.
5. Embrace inclusion and equity.
We live in a diverse world, and astrological ambassador Sagittarius is here to take us out of familiar territory. Fortunately, a passport is not necessary to broaden your horizons. You just have to focus on your state of mind. In recent years, organizations and individuals have realized that promoting diversity brings little change. To move beyond just “looking,” it’s essential to embrace inclusion and equity. This General Assembly article defines these terms very well.
Inclusion “is about people with different identities feeling and/or being valued, exploited, and welcomed in a given setting.” Or, as one interviewed host put it, "Diversity is being invited to the party. Inclusion is being asked to dance."
Equity, on the other hand, “is an approach that ensures everyone has access to the same opportunities. It recognizes that advantages and obstacles exist and that, therefore, we do not all start from the same point. Equity is a process that begins with recognizing this unequal starting point and committing to correcting and remedying this imbalance.”
Sagittarius season 2021 is the perfect time for people to open their minds and hearts. For some of us, this feels like taking a difficult personal inventory. For others, it means directing special friends to these resources so they don't have to educate them about their own unconscious biases.
6. Expand your repertoire during Sagittarius season 2021.
Regardless of your upbringing, now is the time to move beyond what is familiar to you. Read novels by authors from diverse cultural backgrounds. Explore world music, such as Quechua rap, which gave voice to young Peruvian activists. Watch independent films or series whose main characters are not used to mainstream “Hollywood” audiences.
But before you start trending around the world or starting an international food blog, learn the difference between cultural appreciation and cultural appropriation. This way, your tribute will hit the mark instead of offending the people you want to applaud.
7. Teach, don’t preach!
This is the time to speak your truth , even if it's not the popular opinion in the room. We all want the holidays to finally bring some peace. Warning: Sagittarius season 2021 may make you preachy, but under the influence of this impulsive and impatient fire sign, you may fail to back up those zealous words with actions. Did you shout into the metaphorical bullhorn? Get off your fiery platform and put your money where your mouth is.
Have you mastered a skill? Perhaps it's time to make it a real workshop to pass on your knowledge and, why not, leave a legacy. Or better yet, how about leading a virtual retreat? It won't be the same as escaping to a seaside enclave, but with a little creativity, you can still transport your students in a metaphorical sense.
Tip : You can declare certain spaces (like a vacation Zoom meeting) an apolitical zone. But the personal is political, so come prepared to listen and discuss. During Sagittarius season 2021, you will have the opportunity to create dialogue and put yourself in other people's shoes . Unity might just be possible after all.
