HELLO BEAUTIES!
WHEW! We've made it out of the depths of Scorpio season. Reflecting on my last blog post, I looked back thoughtfully on the warring fan bases I'm in as the country is at war with itself. I'm glad the election happened during Scorpio season because it allowed me time to reflect not only on my personal outlooks on teams, players, and fan bases, but also on the state of our world in which we are inherently intertwined. So many microcosms of hockey are interwoven with election and political issues (Sports are Inherently Political). I'm glad I re-read that blog and saw that I did look back at my own issues with teams, players, and fan bases and how those things reflect me and my personal biases and issues. I'm proud of myself for taking the time to do that, because I've come out of Scorpio season maybe not looking at things so harshly, although I still am extremely critical of hockey culture itself and it's roots which make excuses for homophobic, misogyny, racism, assault, and other things our up-coming president elect stands for and allows in his cult-like following. 
So maybe Scorpio season doesn't dump us so gently into Sag season, but who fuckin' cares - sag season isn't a gentle one either. The difference? IT'S FUCKING FUN!
As we enter Sagittarius season we may feel that friendly shift into being more personable, alert, and maybe even excited for new adventures, whether it's work, maybe you're a new hockey fan, or some other exciting new beginning for you! Sagittarius season is the perfect time to dig your heals in and start something NEW! 
Point your little arrow to the skies and shoot for the moon, baby!
Encourage yourself and build confidence from within, because you've got it. One piece of advice though - hustle in silence. There's no need to tell others about your endeavors because one thing we all know and still choose to love about our Sag friends is that they are notorious for starting new gigs and maybe just as infamous for not finishing them. When we tell people of our plans, their encouraging and happy responses for us inadvertently signal our dopamine signals and we get the SAME dopamine release just from telling people about our plans as we do from actually gaining the recognition once those plans are complete. So don't be that guy! Don't get your dopamine hit early - wait until you've won the bet to take all your friends out for a round!
Now, how does this hit the hockey world? Well, it's sure as hell going to light the fire under a LOT of teams asses and I think the cup standings may look entirely different at the end of this season in about a month! Keep your eyes on those teams with rocky starts, they may just push down those who started off hot!
Because Sagittarians are fearless (and, okay, maybe a little.... ambitious, we'll say .... sometimes, we may just see some major changes with line ups, coaching changes, and maybe even some big name trades no one was expecting.
Sagittarians truly do not give a fuck, so don't count on ANYTHING to go the way you think it's going to go during the next four weeks. ESPECIALLY with Mercury Retrograde coming into play here on November 25th.
Yeah yeah yeah, "Mercury Whatever," I know we're all sick of the term since western astrology gurus and white-washing spiritual guides have slandered the term all up and down the internet - but guys! It IS an important energy shift! Mercury rules technology, so be prepared for silly mess ups on feeds, funny technology glitches, and maybe even some lights out moments or delayed games for really dumb shit happening.
Technology isn't the only thing that gets affected during Mercury Retro - communication can also be fucked up. We all know these big macho guys don't always speak the most eloquently, so be prepared for some funny post-game interviews and maybe even some bigger than usual slip ups in the broadcasts.
Speaking of Rulers, Sagittarius rules travel and expansion - you may just notice now fucking chaotic the hockey schedules are this time of year. Does your team seem to be on an epically long roadie? How about that seemingly 3-week long homestand? These dudes go through a lot during this season, so give them a little sympathy and empathy. Especially if flights get delayed (remember our little friend Mercury retrograde - technology includes airplanes!)
A new moon in Sagittarius swoops in to save us and give us a little bit of relief around December 1st. This is a time to calm, steady, and ready, because the last half of the season is going to take us places! Because--
Wait! THERE'S MORE! Mercury isn't the only planet going retrograde this season! That's right - Mars is here for a little backtracking action! Mars rules attitudes and temperament, and it's retrograde in the sign of LEO December 6th, which links to creativity and leadership. If the players seem a little rough around the edges, they could use some time off (Thanksgiving will do them all good). If YOU seem a little rough around the edges, creative endeavors and hobbies may not be the best outlet during this time. Don't get frustrated with yourself; set down the fucking cross stitch and doom scroll for a bit instead. I normally wouldn't encourage that, but Mars retrograde is a little bitch, as is Leo when it's feeling neglected (I can say that, I'm a Leo x4).
Neptune goes direct the next day on the 7th, and it stations in its home of Pisces. This little boost of whimsy is going to make life seem dreamy and help you push to get those pursuits you started earlier in the season to get done (even if Pisces energy is a little bit loopy and laid back).
Finally, December 15th gives us a big juicy full moon in Gemini - the sign of the chatty Catthys and Chads. And you may be feeling excessively yappy after Mercury Retrograde ends, which also auspiciously occurs on December 15th. My advice? Hold your tongue from Nov 25-Dec 15 in any business deals, tiffs with friends or loved ones, or anywhere you feel rage. If you still feel like cussing someone out after December 15th, that gossip-loving-Gemini full moon energy sure ain't gonna stop ya.
(Expect players to be more bickery during Mercury retrograde and probably more fights because these MF's wouldn't know how to shut up on the ice if their lives depended on it.)
Ultimately, this season should feel good and it will be good, if you let it be! Let Sagittarius' fiery energy burn away the self doubt, and just fucking enjoy yourself for once! Let loose, take that extra sick day, have that extra drink, get yourself that extra treat - no one is going to yell at you. Besides, you've got a lot of work to do on your new ventures, so make sure you're supporting yourself mentally, physically, and spiritually.
So, happy birthday to all Sagittarius' out there, and god speed to the rest of us. DON'T get in a Sag's way this season.... better yet.... just smile and nod whenever one of them is scheming up a new plan. Don't encourage them - but also, don't discourage them either.... Remember when we said to hustle in silence? Yeah. They're not going to be ones to do that. So just let them celebrate their season and keep your plans to yourself.... for now.
Remember, a Sag's gonna do what a Sag's gonna do!
Important Dates:
- Sagittarius Season: November 22-December 21st
- November 25 Mercury Retrograde in Sagittarius
- December 1 New Moon in Sagittarius
- December 6 Mars Retrograde in Leo
- December 7 Neptune Direct in Pisces
- December 15 Mercury Direct in Sagittarius
- December 15 Full Moon in Gemini
