Libra Weekly Horoscope

Is this the real you...or is it just fantasy? The Sagittarius Sun calls your alter ego out of hiding for a month, beginning this Wednesday. Like a born-again Hannah Montana, you’re ready to reveal—or simply to discover—heretofore-untapped aspects of your personality. Take-no-prisoners executive recruiter by day, sultry jazz singer by night? One of our favorite Libras pulls off this dichotomy without batting a lash-fringed eye; another is a city inspector who suits up in Ren-fair regalia after punching the government time clock. So, what’s your version of a double life? Your perfectly symmetrical scales are ready to be tipped, even slightly, so don’t resist. It’s this imbalance that forces you to recalibrate by stretching out of your comfort zone and finding new outlets for happiness. Mine for hidden talents, dabble in new hobbies, stretch the radius of your social circle and find out how you click with totally new types of people.

Also this week...Make. Every. Word. Count. As if Mercury retrograde wasn’t signal-scrambling enough, your communication skills will be put to the test by the Sagittarius sun. Fortunately, the Archer’s solar power will sharpen your ability to get your message across. Whether you spend the long weekend poring over a marketing bible (check out Marie Forleo’s B-School), sign up for sessions with a voice or public speaking coach, or drag your sweetie into a workshop on “mirroring,” you want to pack your words with their intended punch. Libra writers will get an inspiring boost for the next 30 days. Get that pitch to the publisher, hole up and work on the third chapter of your novel, finally post those brilliant blog entries that have been sitting completed in Microsoft Word for who-knows-how-long.

Your social life brightens considerably midweek. At last you’re ready to emerge from that cocoon you’ve been tucked in for the past 30 days. Remember those people who call themselves your friends? They’ve been waiting for their social organizer (you!) to gather the gang together. Take it upon yourself to do just that. You might even host an orphans’ Thanksgiving on Friday for pals who didn’t get to enjoy a family-friendly celebration. Or, if you’re visiting your hometown, rally your high school posse together for reunion drinks, fake IDs no longer required (yeah!).

Your means of transportation could change, and it may be time for an upgrade in your getting-around-town plan of action. If you’re spending big bucks on taxis, maybe it’s time to explore ride-sharing options, finally download the bus schedule, or put a set of wheels on your holiday wish list. Just wait until Mercury turns direct on the 26th to drive anything new or used off the dealer’s lot.

Also on Wednesday, your ruling planet, Venus, makes a shift. You’ve hosted Venus in your sign since October 28, a powerful time for connecting to Numero Uno. While you’ll hate to see her go, Venus’ move into Scorpio brings a grounded sensuality to your world. Let your tactile nature take the helm. Black Friday sales could lead you to the luxury home-goods store for decadent, high-thread-count sheets and a Diptyque candle, followed by a splurge at the La Mer counter. While you’re at it, why not install a dimmer switch on your bedside lamp or overhead light? Proper ambience creates the bodice-ripping mood of the Venus phase—so courtesan-chic.

On Thursday, Thanksgiving Day, the moon will linger in Pisces and your sixth house of service until suppertime. Lend your helping hands to the world. Setting up and serving dinner at a local shelter is a great way to give back, but don’t forget that charity begins at home. Before you race out the door, make sure you’re not shafting your dinnertime hosts with extra work. Waking up early to slice apples and peel potatoes says “I’m thankful!” better than any sentimental card possibly can.

From Thursday night through Saturday, the moon will be in Aries and your partnership house. A sexy reunion with your high school crush may be in the stars—or, if you’re presently engaged, a chance to slip off with your sweetie for a holiday celebration à deux (as in not curled up in your childhood bedroom pretending that it’s a romantic trip). Bon voyage!