Leo The Lion (July 22-Aug. 22)
It may be a particular challenge to steer clear of the crosshairs this week. Others may try to draw you into battle or use your energy. Drive very carefully, especially in your routine neighborhoods. This is not a good time to be aggressive, unless you somehow must defend yourself.
For All Signs: The planets Saturn and Neptune are in a tense relationship throughout August. This particular arrangement occurred during Japan’s tsunami, and previously with the April 2010 BP Gulf explosion. Saturn represents concrete structures that were meant to be permanent, the rules and laws of any corporate body, and the relentless march of time. Neptune is the god of the sea and represents the flow of sand as it yields to the ebb and flow of tides. Neptune erodes the structure of Saturn by its never-ceasing waves of water. This aspect also represents bizarre activities in the stock market, the inability to find a clear bottom line from which to move up or down. Or it may present as a widespread belief that we have the “right” position, only to discover later that it mysteriously moves elsewhere, just as with sand at a beach.
Aries: A fresh beginning in early May is now beginning to yield a reward or two. You may be seeing a stronger sense of self-esteem or some extra pocket change. This aspect is really helpful for students or those on a physical self-improvement program because self-discipline is stronger.
Taurus: This is an especially favorable time to be on vacation. Cosmic aspects favor travel, social life and educational interests. Activities involving music or the arts give pleasure. Be especially careful about contracts or promises. You may be idealizing the future. A touch of realism would work wonders.
Gemini: Nostalgia concerning past schoolmates, roommates or siblings may cause you to reach out for a renewed connection. Journaling or talking about the past may be fulfilling at this time. Make a special effort to keep up with keys, tickets, credit cards and other small items.
Cancer: This month things have come to your attention that require you to set boundaries around yourself and what you will and will not do. You are still feeling edgy and quick on the trigger. Maybe this is necessary at this time. The Crab often hides in his hole until he is forced to protect himself.
Virgo: Your imagination could go overboard this week, and you might be overly reactive to imagined slights. Mental fog may cloud your brain. Avoid leaping to conclusions over statements made by others. Ask what was intended. Double-check on facts, data and directions that come your way.
Libra: Activities of this week will require strength and emotional endurance. Your physical cycle happens to be on a low as well. Get plenty of rest and take your vitamins. Don’t force yourself beyond your limitations now. The Inner Critic may be hounding you. It lies. This is not your real voice. Send it away.
Scorpio: This is a good time for a getaway trip, maybe a three-day weekend. You and your partner may choose to go together or you might have an agreement to go separately. A little breather would be refreshing. Favorable energy surrounds activities involving education, legal interests and the Internet.
Sagittarius: An opportunity to expand your social life brings smiles. You may be invited to a party or you might meet someone new. This aspect is from Venus, goddess of love and creativity. The muse may be at your side as you produce a particularly creative idea or solution to a problem.
Capricorn: You are experiencing a major change in the areas of shared resources, investments, alimony, debts or inheritance. At this time, you are mentally quarreling with yourself or with others over finding a solution to the problem. You want things as they were, and that is not possible. Ask your Supervising Self for a perspective change.
Aquarius: You may have feelings of deflation this week. Try not to take them seriously because they will pass. You are waiting for others to make decisions, and for one or another reasons, it just isn’t happening. Don’t let anyone, including yourself, suggest that it is your fault. It just isn’t the right time for decisions.
Pisces: Beware of any martyr-like thoughts in relation to your partner(s). You could be seeing yourself as all-giving, all-loving. No one is really like that. Give what you are willing to give because you love the Other. Don’t do it because the Other will think you are wonderful. Then whatever the outcome, you won’t resent it.
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This article appears in Best of Charlotte 2011.
