And those wild
wild winds of change
are blowing me
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All Signs

Get ready for an in-breath. Get ready to bring into your body, your consciousness, and the practical every day realities of your life the strength that can only be drawn from your Source Self. By this I mean the self that is you underneath all of the layers that you have built throughout your lifetime.

One of the hardest things for us humans to do is to have faith in ourselves. It’s easy to have faith in a god—an all-seeing, all-knowing entity existing somewhere outside of ourselves and most definitely raised on a pedestal above us (this includes science, if you really think about it). By doing so we can tell ourselves that all we have to do is trust that someone else is looking after our destiny. We can take comfort in thinking that even when we do something harmful to others that God will forgive us and all will be right with the world. And by doing so we deny ourselves the necessary, human act of taking responsibility for our actions, our goals, and our dreams.

But more than that, we deny ourselves the strength we can gain from looking at and accepting our totality. We deny ourselves the right to rejoice in all that we can create, all that we innately know and feel, and that special spark that is uniquely us.

It’s more than likely that you have been trying to trust the inner you, the voice that tells you to keep going with what you dream, what feels right in your gut, and what you know will make you happy. And it’s more than likely that lately you have been feeling a little let down; things just aren’t going as you expected them to. In fact, they might seem a little on the shitty side.

But for the next couple of weeks your Source Self—whether you want to define this as a spiritual entity that exists across the universe and weaves across lifetimes or simply a unique individual who was born into a unique life full of potential—will be on your side filling you with the breath of life. Movement will begin to take place where you have been feeling stagnation. You will be filled with knowing that will flood into you from the selves you have already been, from the paths you have already walked. Listen to this inner knowing and find the courage to believe in yourself. And if you hit up against the psychological wall that declares that because things aren’t going the way you want them to then you should just give up and go back to following the safe confines of social norms, face that fear and have the courage to change. Blossom, push upward, keep doing what you know to do, but with ferocity and determination. And watch the magic unfurl.

Breathe in change.

Aries – Mar. 21 to Apr. 19

Love continues to be on your radar, Aries. This time, you are learning about love through acts of playfulness. Want more love in your life? Find the innocent within you; the self that looks at the universe with eyes full of wonder; the self that is not afraid to step outside of your comfort zone and sing at the top of your lungs; the self that gains joy from the sight of sunlight glinting off fall leaves. You are on a journey that will see you creating a new kind of life for yourself, one that is not hooked to the past, not lost in a quagmire of unresolved emotions and is therefore self destructive, and one that is built on foundations created from valuing your self-worth. Take this adventure seriously and walk into the challenge that it implies with all the courage you can muster. Love, and its gateway, playfulness, are flooding into your life right now in order to shake open your permission and allow you to let go of the pain you hold on to from past experiences.

Taurus – Apr. 20 to May 20

The ability for your life to be in harmony is linked right now with your ability to be understanding. The more you are able to be understanding and compassionate towards others—their points of view, their decisions, and of who they are as people—the more your life will harmonize. This means letting go of thinking that you are right all the time. It means that when you are interacting with others, whether on a project, in a relationship, or in any other circumstance (standing in line at the grocery store with an annoying customer ahead of you, for example) it is in your best interest to recognize and have honour for their integrity as a human being. Remember that they have something to offer that you don’t; that they are the master at something you have no idea how to do, or maybe have never even heard of. By recognizing this in others, you will see that your integrity, your Master Self, will be, in turn, recognized by others. As a result, the areas of your life where you were feeling like thing were in discord will find themselves in harmony.

Gemini – May 21 to Jun. 20

The more you try to exert control over others in your life, the more things are going to come to a standstill. More than that, your life will feel like it is stagnant. Because by trying to control others, you are also setting boundaries around yourself; you are confining yourself to a set of protocols that are non-functional and detrimental to your own personal growth as well as those you love. Your need to control others stems from your fear of change. You can feel change charging at you like a herd of bison. It thunders in your ears and will quickly overtake you. The problem is that you see this change as in some way being a threat to your existence, but nothing could be further from the truth. If you are able to stand up and charge directly at that herd of bison, you will find that instead of trampling over you and leaving you crumpled on the plains behind them, you would find that you are actually running with them, drawing from their strength and energy and laughing with glee because you will have accessed new found freedom.

Cancer – Jun. 21 to Jul. 22

You are becoming conscious of an aspect of your life that is oppressing you. I hate to say this, but this oppression comes from your romantic involvement. Your partner is not allowing you to be all of yourself and you are beginning to notice the effects of this oppression in all aspects of your life. Be careful in how you define this oppression. It may not be that your partner doesn’t allow you to be all of yourself in their presence, but in terms of expressing your true self to the world they may be holding you back and keeping you stuck behind walls with no doors. Your consciousness is becoming aware that you need to take back and own your power. You need to act from that place within you that is your own personal truth. This doesn’t necessarily mean that the relationship has to end, it just means that you have to take back your sovereignty, act as you see fit, and have the personal power to show the world what you’re made of without any psychological or emotional barriers holding you back.

Leo – Jul. 23 to Aug. 22

The next couple of weeks are going to be a little bit crazy for you. You are not going to know in what direction you are going, who you are from moment to moment, and what you really want from life. This is the beginning of the cracking that will let your light shine through. The universe is filling your life with lessons and your body and soul with energetic intensity. Expect things to feel synchronistic and magical and at the same time chaotic and overwhelming. What do you need to do in the face of this confusion? Well, first of all, remember to breathe. Then, remember to access your Source Self. Spend time envisioning your life dream and while doing so remember to strip away the layers of projection so that you can access truth. And one more piece of advice: keep reminding the universe that your human body is fragile, that you need the lessons to be filtered through the earth and through your Source Self so that you are not disintegrated by the intensity of it all.

Virgo – Aug. 23 to Sept. 22

Think of the source of all life in the universe as that endless well that feeds the spark of your soul; that place where you draw strength from when all else seems lost. See that well as it exists in your root chakra, stabilizing and nourishing you from the very core of your body. Now, if you want to experience achievement, if you want what you have been working for to be successful and provide positive results in your life, you need to consciously draw from this well. Know that you are drawing not only from your divine source, but also from the very breath of the universe—the space between cells and atoms that gives life to all things through the very nature of being. Don’t buy into the politics of social interaction whether at work, at home, or with your friends. Be aware of the reflection you put out to the world and be cognizant of your ability to take the high road. The last thing you need is drama that distracts you from your goals, so take off the mask and be who you really are, without shame or excuses. 

Libra – Sept. 23 to Oct. 22

Patience means exercising ones ability to wait until the time is right. Like the phases of the moon or the change of the seasons, all things have their right time. I know it may seem contradictory, but by exercising patience you will allow yourself to be filled with the regenerative forces that you so desperately need. Now is not the time to push. Don’t force your opinion on others, don’t try to make changes or major decisions when it comes to your life or the lives of others. Now is the time for inner silence, to listen instead of speak. By doing so you will create enough space within you to allow for the achievement of goals that you set some time ago. Be conscious of your actions and nurturing to yourself and to others. Where you are at is similar to the days before a mother gives birth, the deep stillness that exists before the rush and intensity of labour. Use this time to gather your strength and to sharpen your observation skills, for when the time comes you are going to have to act from your instincts.

Scorpio – Oct. 23 to Nov. 21

Until now, your perception of what is possible has been too narrow. This is due in part to fear telling you that you should stay within your comfort zone, but it is also due to the fact that you just didn’t have the energy to think outside the box. Life has been all consuming and certain aspects of it have drained you to the point of overwhelming exhaustion. But the dam has broken, and movement is once again a reality. Seize the day. What you want with your heart of hearts is possible. Now that your third eye has widened its lens you are able to see all of the many solutions that are available to you, whereas before now any solution seemed like the stuff of science fiction. Be warned that this breaking of the dam means you must practice letting go and allow a kind of death to take place. Let those things that no longer serve you die and fall away. Know that they will be composted back into the energy of the universe and that you owe nothing to them. Rejoice in your success. You have set yourself free, so stop guilting yourself out about it.

Sagittarius – Nov. 22 to Dec. 21

Whoa there, Sag. You’re jumping a little ahead of the mark. There are logistics that you haven’t quite addressed that could turn that win you envision into a failure, if you’re not careful. Time to go inward, cut back on your social interaction a bit, and do some research of the Self. Hasty decisions never bear ripe fruit. Whatever the focus of your attention, you need to do some maturing in your perception, your understanding, and your sense of timing. You need to see the whole picture, not just your part in it. You need to see where the golden sun energy that fills your being with hope is coming from, see where the magic bursts forth from, and honour that place. Don’t dismiss it like you would a piece of garbage on the side of the road. Whatever your plan is don’t set it into motion just yet. Sit back and wait a while, the time is not yet right. Think about all who are involved and affected by your decisions and do what you know is right with your gut, not with your head.

Capricorn – Dec. 22 to Jan. 19

The burden that you feel in one or more relationships has to do with your own inability to forge ahead with what you know is right for you. In fact, this inability could be classified as laziness. You don’t want to make the effort to move out of your comfort zone, so you are choosing to stay stagnant, disguising your laziness in a shroud of belief that either you need the other person, or they need you. Not true. There is so much more going on in your energy field. So much more to the story of your life than catering to the belief that this relationship is what you need. Why not open your perception to all that you are, all that you want to accomplish? Try stepping back and looking at this big picture. What do you want? And I mean truly want, with every fibre of your being. What have you wanted since the day you were born? Why aren’t you going out there and getting it? Instead of taking this bold move, you have piled burden after burden on your shoulders and underneath you are angry about it. So get off your keister and do something! Take chances and follow your heart. Don’t worry, you will not lose the love you have, the companionship you desire, because of it.

Aquarius – Jan. 20 to Feb. 18

Pack your bags, you’re taking yourself on a guilt trip. On the one hand, you are poised and ready to burst forth onto the stage of your own becoming. On the other you feel endlessly guilty for even thinking that this is possible. The result is an inner battle that could deprive you of the fulfillment you seek. You have done nothing wrong. What wants to come to you as the result of your hard work is well deserved and does not harm anyone you love. It does not steal their light and it does not place them in a position of lesser value than you. The best thing you can do right now is let go of the guilt and celebrate yourself and your achievements. Allow these achievements to blossom and become more than they already are. Don’t you see? By doing so you also benefit those you love. By letting go of the guilt and quieting the battle raging within your heart, you allow more space for love and co-creation, and you provide more opportunities to help those in need.

Pisces – Feb. 19 to Mar. 20

Be open to healing. Be open to reaping the harvest of your hard work. Don’t slip into thinking that you are undeserving of return/reward, as you are so apt to do. See yourself as you exist in the whole of existence. You are a bright, shining light and a small speck of stardust at the same time. You have all the power you need at your fingertips. You don’t need to push in any direction right now, you merely need to see yourself as one with everything and allow the universe and your Source Self to deliver what you require. This doesn’t mean that you are meant to be stagnant, but it does mean that you don’t have to force any issue, over tax yourself, or create tension. Take care of yourself; be good to your body, your heart, and your mind. You have many patterns from your past that have caused you pain. Some you learned from your parents, some you learned from society. These are stripping away and healing is taking place. The healing will come to you in the form of doing what you know is right without the voices of others disrupting this knowing and throwing you off course.