BRUHstrology: How It’s Goin’ Down (Week of 10/28/18)

BRUHstrology is where the astral plane and corner store meet. With the expert help of astrologer Janelle Belgrave (and our resident BRUHstrologer, Bruce Goodwin II), CASSIUS decodes your horoscope so you don’t have to. Here’s what’s on deck for the week of October 28, 2018.

Aries

The Astrologer Says:

There’s definitely something satisfying about being real with your partners, Aries. It takes a fair amount of courage to sit and face all the darker aspects of being with another person, but for the next few weeks, try enjoying the lighter aspects of love and bonding. Focus on how you can create more pleasant and peaceful interactions with the people you come across. Don’t worry: you’ll have plenty of time to get down in the dirt again. For now, keep it cute and sweet.

The BRUHstrologer Says:

Ha. You? Being real with your partner? Good luck telling them you hate the way they chew, how their breath smells in the morning, or how their feet smell when they wear their favorite boots. Well, if you’re gonna do it, be nice about it and maybe start with the loud chewing thing.

Leo

The Astrologer Says:

Venus has been getting you to appreciate your family and home life during her stay in Scorpio. But she may be asking you to leave the house to reconnect with your siblings and close friends as she re-enters Libra this week. It’s time to mend some relationships that may have been burnt up during the earlier part of the year, Leo. See if you can extend the olive branch and make amends for the words that just didn’t come out right the first time. You know what’s at stake now, so the efforts your make can impact the invite list for the holidays later on.

The BRUHstrologer Says:

This little break from focusing on work and getting your personal life together has been fire. But now it’s time to make sure those relationships are really as strong as you think. That means it might be time to introduce your new bae to your friends and hope they don’t get shit-faced in the process. Those mimosas will sneak up on you, dog.

Sagittarius

The Astrologer Says:

You can come out of hiding again, Centaur. With all the heaviness that’s been going on in the world, your first instinct may have been to go into hiding, and who can blame you? But as Venus moves out of the shadows and into your House of Friends and Organizations, try to come back out and get involved. Sometimes the best way to move through dark times is to do your part to change things for the better. Let your friends be there to support you in finding your optimism and faith again, Sadge. The sun will come out tomorrow when you do.

The BRUHstrologer Says:

The world sucks right now, so we get it. Trump keeps Trumping and the world keeps turning. But it’s time to get out of your funk and pop out. Grab drinks with coworkers, or go to that brunch you RSVP’d for two months ago that you’re now regretting. Oh, and just spend some time outside and get some sun. Trust us. It helps.

Taurus

The Astrologer Says:

Try taking a step back from your relationships for a moment of clarity, Taurus. What is it that you need in order to feel like you have your life in order? Sometimes when we become so entangled with another person’s needs and wants we start to lose sight of what we need for ourselves. Let Venus help you get organized and clear about what you need on a daily basis to feel secure before jumping back into the affairs of others and wondering why you feel burnt out.

The BRUHstrologer Says:

Yes, there’s such a thing as too many friends. The same homies you binge-drank with during college might not be the ones you’re running to when you realize you’re having a career crisis at 27 because you work in a dying field and have no idea what’s next. Don’t be afraid to cut people off—you’ll be surprised how much lighter you feel.

Virgo

The Astrologer Says:

Venus has had you living in the world of exchanging ideas and socializing during her journey in Scorpio. This week, she’s taking a step back to reassess what you’ve been learning while you’ve been out there conversing and studying new concepts. Does it resonate with you, Virgo? Or do you need to trim the fat so that it fits more neatly within your value system? Not everything you hear and see is meant for you, so don’t feel a way if you need to let certain concepts or people go.

The BRUHstrologer Says:

You’ve been learning a lot of lessons over the past few weeks, so don’t get shook when you actually get tested.

Capricorn

The Astrologer Says:

Don’t get lost in the crowd, Seagoat. It’s one thing to go along to get along with others, but remember that you have a talent for leadership, too. If you’re finding that the people you’re running with are going around in circles and getting little done, it may be time to cut the BS and assert yourself. This isn’t about being a bully or a tyrant, but a person with a focus and vision for getting things done. If the shoe fits, you might as well wear it so that you can get this disorganized show on the road.

The BRUHstrologer Says:

Alexa, play Meek Mill’s “Ima Boss.”

Gemini

The Astrologer Says:

Find the joy in your life, Gemini. Although the past few weeks have been dedicated to organizing and improving not only your life, but the lives of others around you, let Venus backtrack into your House of Creativity replenish you with a bit of fun and enjoyment. Life definitely runs better with order, but that doesn’t mean that it has to be a drag. Hell, now that you see the beauty of having your house running smoothly, it should be easier to kick back without a care in the world.

The BRUHstrologer Says:

You’re finally starting to return to your roots and beginning to feel replenished. But now it’s time for those around you to be cool with all the BS you’ve been on lately. Don’t be scared—it might take some time. (We’re looking at you, Kanye West.)

Libra

The Astrologer Says:

This week, Venus slips back into your sign to give you the rundown on what you actually value whether is makes you comfortable or not, Libra. Now that you know what you desire, use this time to look at yourself in the mirror and assess whether not you’re feeling brave enough to claim what you want by acting the part. It’s one thing to talk the talk, but quite another to walk it. Ask yourself who do you have to be in order to be to claim what you want in the long run.

The BRUHstrologer Says:

Yeah, the year is almost over, which means it’s time for some reflection. Look in the mirror and figure out where you went wrong instead of just assuring yourself that you did indeed get a ‘fit off.

Aquarius

The Astrologer Says:

Part of being a leader is knowing what you know and don’t know, Water Bearer. Take the next few weeks to go over your notes and reconnect with the people and ideas that expand your mind and give you hope and inspiration for the future. What you incorporate into your mindset now can eventually be shared with those who look up to you and see you as someone worth following. Do the review of your philosophies now so that when you step into your role as an authority you’ll be ready to show them who’s the boss.

The BRUHstrologer Says:

There’s nothing wrong with admitting when you don’t know something. Or you could just watch a shit ton of YouTube tutorials until you can pretend to be an expert. Isn’t that how people become photoshop gawds?

Cancer

The Astrologer Says:

Hopefully Venus has been encouraging you to enjoy play, love, romance, creativity and hanging out with the kiddies during her stay in Scorpio. As she moves back into Libra this week, you may want to consider how you can add more love and joy into your Home and Family life, too. That could mean adding a little extra color to the walls, having people over, or even considering expanding your family as a whole. Let the passion you felt over the last few weeks be your guide in your decision making and you’ll be fine.

The BRUHstrologer Says:

Venus has been telling you to act out a bit and live your best life, but hopefully you know it’s time to chill out. Don’t hesitate to act out a bit when Jim from accounting starts getting a bit too mouthy, though. Just remember how important balance is.

Scorpio

The Astrologer Says:

Putting yourself out there for everyone to see takes energy, Scorpio. The cost of being at the center of attention is loss of privacy and exhaustion when your phone won’t stop buzzing from all the interested parties trying to hit you up. As Venus runs back into your House of the Unconscious, give yourself time to retreat and replenish your energy. It’s okay to pass up on dates and events if your heart isn’t into it. Listen to your inner guidance above the rest of the noise that’s going on around you.

The BRUHstrologer Says:

Being the center of attention is fun until you realize how draining it can be. It’s time to chill and recharge before you get into some Fall debauchery and completely disregard cuffing season as you continue to live savagely.

Pisces

The Astrologer Says:

Hold up, Pisces. Before you run off to your next mind-expanding class or adventure, remember what you’re passionate about. It’s easy to get swept up in the theory and conversation about the state of the world and how you plan to make it better, but at the end of the day, you have to consider what moved you to act in the first place. It’s one of those “don’t forget the little people” moments. Grand gestures are great, but they can be hollow if they’re not backed up with a compassionate heart.

The BRUHstrologer Says:

Don’t become one of those people who makes it but doesn’t help the people around them. Put your friends in positions to win, too. Like Hov said—legacy, legacy, legacy.

LAST WEEK’S SCOPES: BRUHstrology: How It’s Goin’ Down (Week of 10/21/18)