Cleanse the heart and mind with winter rains.

All Signs

Well, now that we’re out of Mercury Retrograde, we call all breathe a sigh of relief. But not just because we won’t have to deal with opposing forces within us and in our external world, things messing up, communication going haywire, and having to face our own little demons, but because we will also have a push of universal energy on our side.

Expect to feel inspired, to see your world as a large canvas, upon which you have a multitude of possibilities. Expect to have the energy to start putting some of these possibilities into action, to want to open the doors and step through them with gusto and determination. Those who oppose your choices, or your path, will only fuel your fire and bring you strength. Those who think that you’re jumping too fast, or who want you to revert to the old ways of doing things, will only make you want to fight for the magic you can see on the horizon. Allow yourself to think big, to dismiss the impracticalities and the road blocks and just go for it. Your actions will build momentum and will begin to create the return that you need at this time.

An outgoing and friendly attitude will attract people who can help you achieve your goals. Don’t hide behind your fears and insecurities, don’t hermit on the couch and feel sorry for yourself, get out there and talk about who you are, what you are doing, and consciously ask for help and invite people into your sphere.

We can’t be all and everything. We can’t accomplish our goals on your own. Sometimes we need to ask for help, and we also need to learn how to be organized and deliberate with our everyday actions and the steps that we take toward our goals. Therefore, utilize the talents of others and allow them to utilize yours.

Aries – Mar. 21 to Apr. 19

You’re really in the Valentine’s Day mode, dear Aries. Feeling like love is in the air? Want to get down and groovy with your lover? Need connection and communication more than you usually do? Do you want to tear off the masks and bare your soul? I know you do. So follow that feeling, my friend. Really sink in to that mojo that’s stirring in your loins. Show your significant other, your family and friends, just how much you love them, because this heart expression you’ve got going on isn’t just about sex and romance, it’s also about tapping into the essence of what love means to you. Your soul or Source Self is changing the logic you use to determine your love for someone. It is bringing about healing where love is concerned and showing you that you need to expand your interpretation of it. The wounding you’ve experienced in the past, in terms of your heart, wants to wash away so that you can start with a clean slate and allow for new and wonderful experiences.

Taurus – Apr. 20 to May 20

Ok, so, whatever wall you’ve been banging your head on, it’s going to give way. Trust me. But more than that, it will explode outward and create a path for you to follow. Your life wants to be more harmonious, doesn’t it? In other words, you need things to start going your way? Well, it is going to happen. The underlying tension will leave your body, and the feeling that the world is against you will dissipate. Bringing in this balance will mean making a few sacrifices, though. You will need to put a few things on hold; they are simply not ready to happen right now. You are not ready, your life isn’t ready, and your family and friends are not ready. But that’s okay! Because in order to remove the control factors in your life, to lift the influence that a few others have over the direction of your life, you must learn the art of dancing in and out of the smaller plans that make up the grand plan. You must learn to detach yourself from what you think should happen so that change can take place and you can get closer to your goal. Clear as mud?

Gemini – May 21 to Jun. 20

Get ready for a reality check. Life isn’t going to feel all that kind over the next while, but if you remember one thing, remember this: Everything that is happening to you is happening for a reason. Don’t let go of that thought. Don’t get confused and wallow is self-pity. This is your learning-time. The world is going to show you what you really look like, and you’re not going to like everything you see. So sit hand-in-hand with your Source Self and pick through the pile of personalities and adopted cultural perceptions you have and throw away the ones that no longer serve you. Learn from the moment. Move around in the world with the assumption that everything has meaning. All you have to do is tap into that underlying meaning and have the integrity to deal with it from a whole and true state of being. And you might want to remember that you are loved. Securing yourself in that knowing will give you strength and sooth your heart.

Cancer – Jun. 21 to Jul. 22

Have patience with the fits and starts of things. Have patience with yourself. You can’t have the moon and the sun and everything in between all right now in this moment. Okay? You will achieve it, or your version of it, but you have some steps to take before you get there. I know this is frustrating, but take a deep breath and allow yourself to see the logic of it all. First off, you haven’t really decided what you want and what direction you’re heading in, so your intent is not in complete alignment with your head and your heart. Second, the image you have in your head about what your dream looks like is a little off the mark, it’s a little shadowed and skewed. At this time you’re learning how to align your intent, and how to hone your vision. Once you have been able to achieve this balance, you will be able to accomplish tasks and attain short-term goals with much more ease.

Leo – Jul. 23 to Aug. 22

Not everything is flowing like it should and you can’t understand why you’re hitting walls no matter where you turn. The reason? You’ve got too many things going on, and some of them will have to be put on hold. It’s time to sit down and pick apart the details of your short-term plans and analyze their effectiveness when it comes to your long-term goals. Try to get out of your head and into your gut. Remember why you are doing what you are doing, and hold firm to your morals and values. Remember that being accountable is important to you, as is quality. Plus, there is no need to rush into things. There is time enough to make whatever it is that you are doing work, and work well. It would be a good idea to consciously protect yourself energetically. Recognize that you are vulnerable because you are delving inward to seek the truth about what you want and who you are in order to move forward in your life. Protecting yourself energetically will enable you to avoid feeling overwhelmed, pulled in too many directions, and will keep you from feeling like you’re going nuts.

Virgo – Aug. 23 to Sept. 22

You’ve got to slow down. There are too many things happening in your life and you’re finding it hard to keep up. Have you noticed this has started to affect your well-being? You’re tired and worn out. The main contributing factor to this feeling, besides the fact that you’re juggling a million things, is the tight grip of control you have around your creative self or being. You are too worried about making mistakes. You are overly concerned with what you think others will think of you. The lesson right now is: Let go. Trust that there is a bigger story. Trust that no matter what you do, you are doing the right thing. Let your mind wander and give freedom to your creative impulses. Your subconscious mind wants to work with your conscious mind to create your unique kind of beauty. So whether your writing up a resume, a blog post, working on a proposal, or painting on a canvas, trust your instincts and stop doubting yourself.

Libra – Sept. 23 to Oct. 22

Smile. Close your eyes, take a deep breath, and appreciate all that you have in your life. Joy wants to fill you, joy and harmony. You need this. You need to feel light. You need to have a spring in your step and not a care in the world. So celebrate what feels good. Surrender to peace, ease, and tranquility. And whatever you’re passionate about, whatever wants to burst from your heart and will out into the world with a flourish of colour and texture and meaning, let it move. Let it be an adventure of trial and error, let it be a series of lessons that are learned through the act of play. Letting loose the passion that you feel, giving it expression in your life and honouring that it exists within you, will open more space for the harmony and joy you are so craving.

Scorpio – Oct. 23 to Nov. 21

That burden you’re carrying around, it looks pretty heavy. Do you think you’re ready to set it down? To let it go? If you are, you’ll have to let the light of your own beauty touch upon the deep dark that has been haunting you. Just do me one favour, give yourself the benefit of the doubt for just two days. Trust that you deserve love, affection, to be creatively inspired, and for others to value what you say and who you are. Trust that these things are already happening, if you just allow yourself to feel them. But you also have to trust that you are more than capable of dealing with the drama that others throw your way. The social, and thus narrow, values that others like to throw in your face. You know you’re going to be judged for setting down the burden you carry. Everyone and their dog is going to have an opinion about it. Right? But that’s not what matters, and you are able to deflect these opinions and judgements and carry on with your own unique song. You just have to be brave enough to sing it.

Sagittarius – Nov. 22 to Dec. 21

The best response you could have to the stress would be to realize that you are going to have to compromise on a few issues. There needs to be some give and take with those you love, it can’t always be your way all the time. Focus on taking care of your home, your body, your family. Putter in the garden, do a spring cleaning of your kitchen and bathroom, and spend some time reading on the couch. Dispel negative and over analytical thoughts by opening your perception to every angle of the situation at hand and the bigger picture of your life. Use this state to find compassion for the other and see their point of view.  You might just find that the stress goes away because you’ve experienced evidence that things only get better when you co-create with friends and loved ones.

Capricorn – Dec. 22 to Jan. 19

You’re very clear these days about what you aspire to, what drives you beneath everything you do and everything you are. But even though this is true, things aren’t going how they were supposed to. There seems to be a lot of drama or red tape you have to deal with and work around. You think you see a path to take, but when you start in its direction something happens to get in your way. To deal with this, you really need to get into your Jedi Master mode. Be objective, be analytical of yourself, really push for what is right and be aware and pre-emptive about what is wrong, for you and you alone. Be careful about the amount of distraction you surround yourself with. This is part of your overall problem when it comes to staying focussed and achieving what you dream. You need to create some inner silence in order to really hear what your Self is trying to tell you.

Aquarius – Jan. 20 to Feb. 18

Life feels very full and beautiful right now. You want to celebrate this beauty with others. To show them how easy it is to just go with the flow and be fulfilled because life is just waiting for us. Utilize and harness this feeling. And I know is sounds crazy and counter-intuitive, but use it to turn your eye inward. Really analyze why you are on such a high right now, why everything feels so good. It’s not that it’s a bad thing, it’s just that there’s more going on than you currently realize. This high occurred because you already began looking inward; something triggered you into self-reflection. You were thinking about your past and how you have become who you are now and a bunch of conflicting and crazy-making emotions surged up inside. It is only logical that these emotions are going to continue to seek a way to be expressed and healed, so try your best to have compassion for yourself and to remember what you know about beauty and the moment; about the ecstasy of life, and allow these emotions to run their course so you can move on.

Pisces – Feb. 19 to Mar. 20

Draw from your inner strength and use your smarts. Observe how others navigate through life and achieve their goals and use that information to be more in control of your own reality. Don’t give in to the temptation to tire out or procrastinate. You have many allies, people that love you. Don’t be afraid to ask for help or to find ways that you can co-create with these people. Your goals will be greatly furthered by this kind of interaction and magic will be able to come into your life. And drawing on your inner strength and owning how strong your intent is, how brightly your will shines, will enable you to see that you will be more effective if you cut back on the amount of projects and goals you currently have on your plate.

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All Signs

Each of us, in our own way, has been asking for healing to take place. We’ve been praying to the universe, to ourselves, to the earth—or whatever energetic resonance that fills us with purpose—to wash away our pain and suffering. Even if you don’t think this is so, if you think that life is pretty good for you right now and that you have already faced your demons, look a little closer. I dare you. We all need the traumas from our past to have less hold over our today. Each of us is trying to make choices that are healthier and more in alignment with our dreams.  We are trying to be stronger and more balanced. But we feel that we can’t move forward with the weight of this pain from the past bearing down on us.

Well, our prayers and intentions are being answered. The universe is trying to respond. However, it won’t be easy and it will take courage. In order for the healing to be effective we will have to be real about what we want, who we are, where we are going, and what we have done, or are doing to others, that may have caused them pain. These things, whether positive or negative, will have to be addressed and dealt with. There is no free ride, no “get out of jail free” card. But if we face these truths, if we intend purity and transparency of Self, we will be rewarded with a grounded self-assuredness that enables us to bring more peace, harmony, and focus into our lives.

So look closely, my friends. Take a magnifying glass to your being and to your life. Be self-critical and honest because this is about your future and what you want. If you have not already embarked upon the path that will take you to your dreams, then you better start shining your light and working as hard as you can to get to it.

Stop making excuses. Stop stumbling around and pretending that you don’t know what you want or where you’re going. Stop hiding so that others can’t quite see who you are. And stop speaking half-truths that only leave you feeling resentful and diminished as a Self.

Aries – Mar. 21 to Apr. 19

Over the next couple of weeks you will find yourself picking apart and analyzing every aspect of your life. Inner reflection will be the order of the day, and you will find comfort in solitude. Your thoughts will narrow themselves down, they will focus on the micro, and you might get a little frustrated and wonder why you are not able to lift your head and look at the big picture. Be patient. You aren’t doing anything wrong, nor are you wasting your time. This analytical approach to your path, to your intentions, to the practical steps of your everyday is required and part of the natural movement of your being at this time. What’s really going on, what you will find at the end of this inner journey, is clarity of vision. Your ideas about how to go about accomplishing your goals will no longer be covered by the gauzy glow of fantasy, but will be grounded in practicality. An added bonus will be that you will have a better idea of how to protect yourself from the world, and its many temptations, and stay focussed and on your path.

Taurus – Apr. 20 to May 20

This phase of your life is called: How to Feel Everything. Your soul and subconscious will be running you through the entire gamut of your emotions. Expect to be both high and low. It’ll be hard for you to get out of the tumultuous thoughts in your head and feelings in your heart to see things clearly. You’ll likely feel as though the world is against you. You’ll want to express your anger at the injustices you see. And you’ll be inclined to give up when the going gets tough. On the high-side, you’ll have moments of extreme playfulness, perhaps feeling giddy or elated for no apparent reason. You’ll see the beauty in life, the value in pursuing your dreams, and all that positive jazz. To the outside world, to those you love, you’ll seem a little off balance and chaotic. But you might not have a clue what they’re talking about. But that’s okay, because all you really need to know is that you’re learning how to turn disadvantage into advantage. You are learning how to turn a loss into a win, how to make the negative positive. So when the shit really hits the fan I encourage you to celebrate and in your own way dance the vibration of the experience to a higher level. Refuse to give up and be defeated. You will be teaching others a valuable lesson in the process.

Gemini – May 21 to Jun. 20

Get ready for a cathartic release. Get ready to feel refreshed, invigorated and ready for change, so embrace it. You are releasing sorrow and pain and this process is in sync with the flowering, blossoming energy you feel bursting up through your heart. Let go of the past and allow yourself to move on to the future. You can achieve great things over the next while. So set your sights high and go toward anything that exhilarates you. Don’t close yourself off from change, as doing so will cause things to crumble and fall apart. The funny thing is that this change is really about owning the part of you that just wants an ordinary life. You want the white picket fence. You want the daily routine. You want to grow old with someone. Depending on your current situation, this means that you will either have to move on, or work with your partner to bring some normalcy back into your life so that you can realize these goals. Just make sure that your partner is on board with all of this. No more one-sidedness, ok?

Cancer – Jun. 21 to Jul. 22

Your focus is going to sharpen drastically. In fact the intensity of it might take you by surprise. Through the act of play, of feeling playful, and bringing that energy into your work/career life, you have discovered a new goal or vision. In other words, you know what you want now. There is no sitting on the fence and wondering if what you are doing is correct. You know it is and you can’t be swayed from that knowing. All this means is that you are going to want to bust into an activity mode, and woe be the person who gets in your way. However, if they are willing to play with you, you will welcome them with open arms and a ton of enthusiasm. Draw upon your entire being, your whole self, when looking to achieve your goals. You have a vast reservoir of talents and personalities that can serve you in problem solving and creative endeavours. Let them loose with conscious awareness. This will allow you to be strategic in the application of your Selves.

Leo – Jul. 23 to Aug. 22

Wow, Leo! You have a lot of energy on your side! There are guardian angels in abundance, the selves of lifetimes past are dancing around you, and the breath of the universe is flowing through you. Expect to meet new people and that these people will trigger open new knowings about your life and where you want to be and go. Expect interesting and magical opportunities to spring out of nowhere. And expect help from those who love and care about you. Needless to say, you’ll be able to accomplish a lot over the next while if you stay alert and aware. Be deliberate in your actions. Hold tight to your integrity. Success will come from moving with integrity in your decision-making. Be balanced in all things, but don’t get caught up in being too rigid or inflexible. Really push for what you want, what you have been working toward. Now is the time to actualize many things that have had to sit on the back burner. Take action, be forward thinking, and jump on the opportunities that come your way.

Virgo – Aug. 23 to Sept. 22

You are passionate about everything these days. You want to soak up all of the beauty in the world and inspire others with the overflowing feel-good feeling of your heart. But this passion flows two ways and you will be quick anger as much as you are quick to love. So what’s going on with this intense energy? A kind of re-birth. You are redefining yourself, shrugging off the old you and embracing the new, and the new you wants the most out of life and will settle for nothing less. You want to charge out there and be something totally different. This is good! You mustn’t let anyone tell you that you are wrong or that your actions are immature. There will be those that think you’re making the wrong choices and they will accuse you of not taking things seriously. You have to remind them that you do take your life very seriously, thus the importance of the change that is taking place. You know what you want, and you are going to go after it. And what you want includes deep caring, heartfelt connection, and co-creation.

Libra – Sept. 23 to Oct. 22

Usually we think of synergistic events as those that take place because of our interaction with the outside world, and usually this is the case. However, you’re an exception to the rule right now. For you, synergy will take place through acts of being alone and through a quiet listening to the world as it is filtered through your being. Alone-time is important because you’re struggling a little when it comes to matters of the heart. You desire something you think you don’t deserve but that everyone seems to have. You feel lonely (even if you’re in a relationship) and you want your beloved to shower you with affection. But because this isn’t happening to your satisfaction you feel exhausted. It takes a lot of energy to focus on getting attention day-in and day-out, energy that could be focussed elsewhere. Your task is to let it go. Doing so will mean that you’ll have to wait for the intimacy you crave, but when it arrives it will be more meaningful because you have waited. For now, focus on the synergistic energy from the universe that wants to move through your being and find the beloved within yourself.

Scorpio – Oct. 23 to Nov. 21

The best way to deal with difficult people—those who deliberately misunderstand you, who ignore you or exclude you, who use you or try to abuse you—is to respond with purity. Let the scorpion in you have full reign. You’ve done enough bending over backward, trying to be the good guy, and giving others second chances. If you don’t hold anything back, if you take off the masks and bare your true feelings to the world—your true wants and desires—others will be forced to face the truth about how they have treated you. Therefore, they will really see you and respect you. They will see your talents and gifts, and they will be forced to take responsibility for their actions. In other news, be careful with your finances. Don’t go spending money you don’t have on things you don’t need. And even if you feel like being generous to others, now is not the time. You need to focus on the minute details of your spending habits, bills, and fiscal forecast. Prepare for the future with intent, whatever your goals are.

Sagittarius – Nov. 22 to Dec. 21

There are those who would like you to stop messing around and just play by the rules. These people get uncomfortable when you colour outside the lines of life, so to speak. But pay them no mind. You must act from your own sense of integrity. Keep true to the core of your being and what you know is right for you and your loved ones, and don’t bother yourself with the beliefs and judgements of others. If you are able to act from your integrity, others will trust you more and will follow your lead without question. You need this kind of loyalty in your life right now, and the reason for its absence has been that you tend to fold under the pressure of judgement and have not learned to trust your own gut. So summon the courage to let your brilliance shine. You are not just another face in the crowd, you are unique and beautiful, and your knowing about what is right and wrong for you and how things “should” be done, is just as valid and important as anyone else’s.

Capricorn – Dec. 22 to Jan. 19

You asked for an adventure, and an adventure is what you’re going to get. Be ready for change, be ready for play, and be ready to embark out into the unknown. But as you do so, make sure that you set your intent. Keep an eye on your long-term goals. For the adventure that you embark upon has the potential to be extremely fulfilling in terms of these goals, if you allow it. Really think about what you want in this world: what you want in terms of career, in terms of a partner, in terms of where you live, and who your friends are. Be clear with these intentions and knowings so that they can be reflected back to you without distortion or the potential for disappointment. In other words, before you begin your adventure you need to make sure that you have properly packed your bags. The contents of your luggage need to be thought through and properly organized. Make sure you have what you need for the journey, as well as the items that will prepare you for when you reach your destination.

Aquarius – Jan. 20 to Feb. 18

There are a multitude of possibilities out there for you over the next while, and there are just as many opportunities for things to fail. It’s like you’re a double positive magnet with the ability to attract a balance of awesome and awful. So how should you respond? Listen to your inner voice. Don’t let others tell you what they think you “should” do, don’t let your head confuse you by over analyzing things, and don’t get lost in thinking that one way or another is “the” way to go. If your gut says yes, then follow it. If it says no, back away and take a different path. Some of the possibilities that are coming your way will just be red herrings, meant as a test from your soul and from the universe. It’s your job to figure out which ones are the right ones to jump on. It doesn’t matter that you can’t see a larger plan or know how all of this will affect your future, you’ve simply got to trust that this is the right process in this now.

Pisces – Feb. 19 to Mar. 20

You’re still in a process of letting those things that no longer serve you, fall away. A healing is taking place, one in which you are able to let go of the fear that has gripped you and kept you stagnant or immobile in your current endeavours. In order to bust through this fear, you will have to allow a death to take place. You will have to do some inner searching and really explore what it is that you have to offer the world. What do you want to say? What do you want to do? Stop comparing yourself to others and hiding behind thoughts that tell you that you are not worthy. If you can do this, if you can own your self-worth and house it in your body with strength and integrity, the creative inspiration that will fill you will be powerful and immediate. So open to the healing and let the universe apply its salve upon your heart. Let go of the fear that keeps holding you in its chains, of anything and anyone that is not contributing to your happiness, your dreams, and your goals.

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All Signs

Sadly, many of us just can’t decide to take the risk and go on the journey. Life is offering us something, the universe has its hands splayed out before us, and the gifts abound. Instead we take life too seriously. The heaviness of world events, of strife between ourselves and our family members or friends, is weighing on our hearts. We feel like we can’t make room for play and lightheartedness and to celebrate all the things we have accomplished.

Creatively engaging with our environment is a crucial component when trying to accomplish our goals.  By following along with our body’s natural pace, and by being determined to bring some light into the darkness of reality, we can release the sorrow that is keeping us held in the past. This sorrow has to do with what is going on around us on a global scale. The violence influences us, it leaves its mark on us energetically and emotionally, even if we don’t watch the news or witness it first hand. We are not being asked to turn our backs on these atrocities or to ignore them, but to find ways to look ahead and heal as we create the future.

In whatever difficult, sorrowful, violent, or stagnant situation you find yourself in, try changing your perspective and therefore change your experience and power position within the situation. Summon your brilliance, your goal, your dream, and your determination. Channel them with intensity through the pain and sorrow and out into the world. By doing this we burn off and return to the Great Arms of Everything the crusty edges of the turmoil and open up the space and perception to find solutions. We also change the frequency we are operating in and we thus open to attracting more abundance and goodness to ourselves.

Aries – Mar. 21 to Apr. 19

You’re afraid that everything you’ve worked for is going to fall apart. It’s come to that point where you either can’t hold on anymore, or you can’t control the actions of others who have influence over your life. However, you mustn’t give up hope. This is all part of the grand scheme of your life at this time. Whatever is happening, it’s happening for a reason and all you can do is let go and trust. Well, that and keep doing what you know to do with your gut. In other words, don’t give up. Your soul is supplying you with a tremendous amount of energy at this time, so even though you might be worried about the future and all your hard work being for naught, you are going to notice that things are going rather well. Life feels easy. You are supplied with what you need, the weather is in your favour, friends are ready and willing to help you out, work is abundant, and family members and co-workers  are on the same page as you. So revel in it, Aries, and stop the needless worrying. It’s going to be okay.

Taurus – Apr. 20 to May 20

Many of your old ideas and parts of your identity, are falling away. You are shedding a layer of skin and allowing it to compost back into the earth. This isn’t very much fun, but it doesn’t have to be horrific, terrifying, or even sorrowful. Because underneath that old skin is a whole new you, one that is more whole and clear and focussed. One that has a multitude of ideas and isn’t afraid to experiment and try just for the sake of trying. But if you find yourself feeling a little lost these days, or suddenly more emotional than you are used to, take a minute to honour the process that is taking place and to consciously let these layers fall away so that you can embrace the new. Once you get over being disappointed with the universe because you get sucked into thinking that something awful is happening to you, a great amount of movement will take place and you will suddenly find yourself passionate and driven, with all doubt set aside.

Gemini – May 21 to Jun. 20

You are pumped up and ready to go. You have a million ideas and they might seem to others like they are coming from a million, unrelated directions. Don’t listen to them. It’s just that you are bringing together the two halves of your spiritual being and learning how to make them work together. You are going to find over the next while that people are a lot more open and helpful than you expect them to be. You will feel cared for, like your friends really have your back, and you’ll feel supported in your choices and goals. Don’t pull back from this or over think it. You’re merely experiencing what is really available to you without your mask of discontent and self-loathing. P.S. This feeling doesn’t have to end.

Cancer – Jun. 21 to Jul. 22

Let the love you have flow out into the world and watch the world respond by bringing you success. By this I mean that the decisions you make, the things you take a chance on, the energy you put out, will be rewarded. Your heart is overflowing. Spring approaches and you energetically reach out to greet the green, the colour, the warmth, and the lazy days. You want to hug everybody and tell them how beautiful they are. You want to unleash your artistic self and be dramatic and lush in with what you create. The only thing you have to be careful of, is that you can all too easily overextend yourself. You can actually drive yourself to the point of exhaustion, so remember to centre yourself, look at your life from all angles, and stay sensible in your decision making. Don’t get lost in the wonderlust; control it or it will control you.

Leo – Jul. 23 to Aug. 22

Stay above the quicksand of your mind. You must ride high on the wave of your integrity and determination. Magic is coming your way. Magic and change. You just have to hold on. If you start thinking about things too much, if you over analyze what’s happening to you—or other peoples’ motives, or the way the world works—you’ll sink down too far for your soul to be able to deliver the magic and change that is on its way. It’s like this: imagine a NASA probe heading out to the far reaches of our galaxy. Being set on a specific trajectory, if that probe gets knocked off course by even a fraction of a degree, the probe will move so far off its target that it won’t even be in its vicinity. That’s what’s happening for you. Something has been waiting to enter your life and you must be ready when it arrives.

Virgo – Aug. 23 to Sept. 22

Life’s not going to feel very fair over this next while, Virgo. One plan after another will come up against setback. This is because you are being called to go inward. You need to take stock of your emotions, your motives, your wants and your desires. You’re carrying around an awfully heavy load, aren’t you? Don’t you think it’s time you unloaded some of that burden, or at least tried to assess what is and isn’t yours in the first place? If you want to gain back a sense of fulfillment, you need to prioritize. Only do what is necessary, what makes you happy, and what contributes to the greater good of your life. Be discerning and ruthless. Stop dilly-dallying around in indecision land.

Libra – Sept. 23 to Oct. 22

You want an adventure of the heart. You want to be bold. You want to experiment. You want to break all the rules and give in to your inner rebel. Follow that instinct, but remember to maintain your integrity along the way. You don’t need to create any more pain in your life, or the lives of others. At the same time, know that it doesn’t matter what actions you take right now because when it comes to matters of the heart and the flesh, you are going to have to deal with judgement. There will be those who think that you are going too far or that you are morally wrong, and you will have to deal with their judgement head on. It might help if you are aware that your spirit is acting through you right now. Basically you’re a walking, talking universal lesson that is meant to shake up the dullness in other peoples’ lives. You are meant to show them what its like to live in the moment, to care and have passion for everyone and everything. You are also making people face their own hypocrisies, which makes them very uncomfortable.

Scorpio – Oct. 23 to Nov. 21

Give yourself a good vantage point from which to look out over the possibilities that are peering over the horizon. Make sure you pick and chose wisely, that you don’t waste a moment of your time or your energy. As time goes on and you grow older, you come to truly see and be at peace with your place in the universe. It’s not that there is anything wrong with your innate being and what you are here to do in this life, but you think there is. You constantly second-guess yourself and your existence. But you’re getting better, and you are starting to like what you see of yourself instead of turning your head away in disgust. And the reason you like what you see is because you really rock! You want to give to others and you want to co-create; the health and viability of your community matters greatly to you; you strive to create equality and fairness in any situation. Celebrate all of this. Celebrate who you are! And seize the opportunities that are coming your way at this time. They want to help you on a path that enables these qualities instead of stifling them.

Sagittarius – Nov. 22 to Dec. 21

Be patient. Even though things feel like they are stagnant right now, this feeling won’t last forever. You can’t just have everything the moment you ask for it, and sometimes the best things in life are worth waiting for. Even when it is time to move, when the dam bursts and you know with your gut that now is the time for action, you will have to maintain some control. Whatever is going on, you have to be conscientious and deliberate in your actions. Come from your knowing and be wary of all paths that lead to self-sabotage. One way that you can tap into this inner knowing, the “Zen Master” that lives within you, is to follow your feelings. Your feelings will lead you to the inner voice that is trying to give you direction and instruction. I would recommend making time to meditate and consciously explore your feelings, or allow them to move in safety when they arrive on their own. But don’t ignore them or try to stuff them back down in the shadows of your psyche, you’ll only create trouble for yourself later on.

Capricorn – Dec. 22 to Jan. 19

The only way you’re going to get rid of your fear of the future, of the constant stress or unease that has dug into your belly, is through self-awareness, sharing with others, and a trust in the universe.  Opening up and being vulnerable with your peers—downloading to a good friend or being part of a social get-together in which there is the opportunity for the exchange of ideas—will help you to put things in perspective and give you resources and tools that help you move forward with your current goals. Be real in your exchanges with others. Don’t try to put on a mask or stand distant for fear of hurting them or yourself. You need to be brave. Besides, why would you want to miss out on the opportunity for synergistic co-creation with others? For this is what’s headed your way if you can release your fear and communicate your true self. I’d say it’s worth it, wouldn’t you?

Aquarius – Jan. 20 to Feb. 18

Become the inventor. Let your creative-self out of its cage. Be bold, have fun, and challenge yourself to do things that you wouldn’t normally do. Perhaps work with others; allow the inventor in you to meet the artist in them and see what happens with the two come together. Expect to feel pretty passionate about this creative and inventive side of yourself for the next while, and don’t try to stifle the passion. Just know that you won’t be paying much attention to reality. You know, like, paying the bills? That’s okay though, because you’ll come back to yourself in due time and nothing will be worse off than it was before. In fact, maybe you’ll discover that some of those responsibilities have been taken on by others and that you don’t need to take them back. You never know, this could be a good thing.

Pisces – Feb. 19 to Mar. 20

You need to celebrate the fact that the universe has just given you a break. There are a few goals that you have that need to be either postponed or forgotten about all together, and that’s exactly what’s happening. The postponement does not make you a bad person, it does not make you lazy, and it does not take your long-term goals off track. You are just getting more acquainted with reality; you’ve pulled back the veil and allowed yourself to see what is actually going on. And that’s good because it also means that you have decided to do something about it and you are no longer ignoring the parts of you that need to slow down, ask for help, or simply re-think aspects of your plan. The universe is with you, so be deliberate in your actions and your choices. Spend less time lamenting what you can’t do, and more time doing what you can. You will see the results of your hard work and you will come to understand how a change was necessary to get you further along on your path, not to hold you back.