It’s unmistakably Summer! August offers us a chance to relax and enjoy the season with a child-like abandon. Whatever you do, enrich your life by consciously participating in all manner of worthwhile fun activities.
It’s also a good idea to keep in mind that Mercury, the planet of communication, is retrograde until August 28th. During this time, expect the unexpected. Mercury retrogrades are great for introspection and personal “re” work– reflection, retreat, review, reinvention. Although it’s not a good time to start new projects, it is a good time to do the research that will help make your project a success. Since Mercury rules communication, transportation and contracts, when it’s retrograde, all manner of mistakes and misunderstandings can occur. If you can, please hold off on buying (or leasing) any big-ticket items and wait until Mercury goes direct on August 28th before making any big decisions. And of course, always read the fine print at least three times before committing to anything or anyone. Please practice patience with compassion, remember to focus on the big picture, and go easy on yourself and others. There WILL BE delays, so factor in extra time in your schedule, and above all, please don’t take the vicissitudes of life personally.
THE EMPEROR (March 21 – April 20) Suffering for your art is so last millennium. Thankfully, those days are over and no one is required to suffer punishment for expressing their creativity. All that’s necessary now is for you to praise yourself for your accomplishments and enjoy them as you share them with your world.
THE EMPRESS (April 21 – May 20) It’s time for you to release your hold on the “shoulds” and live more spontaneously. As you relax some of your strictness, you’ll encounter a whole new side of yourself. Do something new and different– take up a new hobby or revive an old dream. You’ll benefit a great deal from what you learn about yourself and you’ll have a good time in the process.
THE LOVERS (May 21 – June 20) One of your greatest gifts is your imagination. The time is right for you to use this wonderful gift, along with structure and discipline, in order to manifest your vision. Assistance will come from the most unexpected sources– accept and use it with gratitude, responsibility and respect.
THE CHARIOT (June 21 – July 20) The world and life as we know it are changing fast and our perception of it must evolve, too. Please don’t try to stall the progress of your perceptions– this new way of viewing the world is more expansive and enriching and you’ll grow to trust it in time, allowing you to more easily build a strong emotional foundation.
THE SUN (July 21 – August 22) Your determination is one of your greatest attributes. Sometimes that’s a good thing and at other times, not so much. When determination expresses itself as just plain stubbornness, and you find you’re having to ‘assert’ your dominance, you may be trying too hard. Ask yourself who needs to be convinced that you’re in charge– you or them. If you trust yourself, others will, too.
THE HERMIT (August 23 – September 22) It’s time for a deeper level of your quest for self-value. Have you been devaluing yourself by diminishing the value of your contribution to your world and yourself? It’s time for you to recognize your worth and take ownership of the powerful contributing member of society you’ve become.
JUSTICE (September 23 – October 22) You were born aware of the needs of others and you’ve devoted much of your life to trying to balance their needs and yours. Though this fine attribute still has value, you do need to learn to put yourself first. Take time for yourself to reexamine your values and rearrange your priorities. The relief you’ll feel is priceless!
THE MAGICIAN (October 23 – November 21) You were blessed with the seductive gift of charisma and you can be very persuasive. This is a perfect time to put that powerful gift to use– it will help you attract the assistance you need in order to successfully manifest your heart’s desire. Help from all quarters will be evident, especially Divine help. Accept and use it with gratitude, responsibility, and respect.
THE WHEEL OF FORTUNE (November 22 – December 21) Your wisdom and ability to communicate will serve you well during this fertile summer season. Do handle and use this powerful combination ethically, especially until fall. And in all of your interactions, please practice the mindful habit of balancing tact along with your natural sense of honesty.
THE WORLD (December 22 – January 19) You’re entering a new stage of development. There is nothing for you to do in this part of the process except remain aware of life around you and follow life’s prompts. You’ll realize that, without effort, you comprehend your world much more than you did in the past. And you’ll realize that, also without effort, the world is rewarding you for your new-found comprehension.
THE STAR (January 20 – February 19) Your magnetism is a powerful force. Things are beginning to happen for you and you and life are moving with a different rhythm now. You’ll need to be clear about this tremendous energy force so that it can work on your behalf to attract who and what you want in your life. Graciously, gratefully accept the gift of energy and continue creating the life you want.
THE MOON (February 20 – March 20) It’s important for you to remember that in addition to taking care of what must be done, you will also benefit from balancing that with a carefree way of operating in the world. This month, your theme song is Bobby McFerrin’s “Don’t Worry, Be Happy”. Daydream, go to the movies in the middle of the afternoon, play, be frivolous. During a Mercury Retrograde period– those are the important tasks at hand.