Archive for July, 2011
This is an unsettled week. Mercury moves retrograde August 2nd, triggering a great deal of second-guessing and changes of plan. Flexibility is important: do not to be too attached to any fixed outcome. Emotions may be running high. Wisdom demands a careful analysis of challenging situations in order to make the best decisions.
Aries There can be emotionally charged confrontations with family. Situations can seem complex, frustrating, and in some ways, wholly unnecessary. In times like this, it is wise to do more things that are playful, fun, and enjoyable for all. Those born in early April are at a crossroads. Choices need a practical focus.
Taurus This is a time of opportunity: but for best results you must be willing to step out of your comfort zone. You can be lucky in love. Trust your intuition and speak up if you like someone. Back down, if you find yourself situation where strong feelings threaten to escalate into something ugly.
Gemini It’s important to be sensible and not leap to conclusions. Other people may be upset or off balance due to situations that really have nothing to do with you. Hold back if you are tempted to say something just to let off steam. A gentle, funny, and compassionate approach will help keep the peace.
Cancer It is equally important to be good to yourself. Powerful forces can create trouble where none is intended. You may be feeling especially vulnerable. This can make you leap to unrealistic conclusions about yourself or someone close. You will be happiest when you are not attached to any particular outcome.
Leo This is a time when you need to enjoy yourself and have fun. But be aware that throwing your considerable weight around if emotionally stressed. This can lead to saying something you will regret later. This is an exciting time if you are willing to break with traditional ways of doing things.
Virgo Your big lesson is to find a way to mix work with play. You can be of most help to others when you give yourself permission to have fun and follow your own heart. Especially for those born in August, you have the power to find practical solutions that transform any challenging situation.
Libra Events demand you use your famous diplomacy in service to yourself and others. Avoid hiding from difficult truths. Your personal integrity is more important than pleasing others or keeping the peace. There is a strong risk of becoming trapped in a way of thinking that allows no compromise. Think out of the box.
Scorpio This is a powerful time for finding a practical application in any area that you feel passionate about. Creative Leo energy challenges you to approach life with a more childlike sense of wonder and joy. You are in a unique position to speak the truth in situations where strong emotions throw others off balance.
Sagittarius Be willing to take extra time to consider the details of any situation. Weigh what is real and what is chasing a dream. Verify any offer that seem to be too good to be true. Your ability to be honest and true to your ideals can make all the difference between success and disappointment.
Capricorn Attitudes about life may be painting a false picture of who you are or what your future can be. Any situation you are stubbornly focus on that is negative or not living up to your ideals, holds the seeds for improvement. Be willing to examine your assumptions and surrender stubborn habits of reacting.
Aquarius You can be very progressive, but also very stubborn. Be alert to any situation where you are making negative assumptions about your potential or inability of a situation to change. It is when people are most open and flexible that real solutions can be found. Make time to play: it can help clear your mind.
Pisces Your natural empathy for others can make this a roller-coaster week. You are in a unique position to help others see things from multiple points of view. Encourage people to talk and consider problems in a more relaxed and open manner. Humor can help lighten the mood when tempers flare.
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Three of Wands Upright
You should begin to feel projects, work or relationships beginning the journey forward. Partnerships whether at work or home should, be helpful during this time and cooperation with others will become more solid. You should begin to have all of the help and support you have been lacking. Success is not too far off when you have this kind of backup from others.
Three of Wands Reversed
The three of Wands reversed indicates that you may be taking one step forward two steps. You may have recently had to start over at square one having to abandon previous attempts at moving forward. This issuse is probably bigger than you thought. Retrace your steps, gather more information and surround yourself with people that do have the information and resources you will need.
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Professional psychics usually ‘see’ images first – sometimes before a person asks a question. They also ‘feel’ emotionally where the client is and sometimes ‘hear’ words. They will usually tell callers what they are hearing and seeing as part of the reading. The longer the reading the more detailed information comes through because they are receiving more images.
Sometimes an advisor may ‘see’ things that do not make sense right at the moment. However, as they continue on with the reading it will make more sense. Images seem to appear first and then your advisor can interpret them as they come to in during the reading.
Most callers are polite and considerate when calling, however, some are very pushy. They want information right now and want yes and no answers. Unfortunately, that is not how it works. Pushing a psychic or tarot reader stresses them out and you will not get the most out of your psychic readings when being demanding or rude. This type of caller blocks the very information they want and need to know.
Below are some things to consider to get the best possible accurate psychic readings from your advisor.
7 Tips to Get Your First Accurate Psychic Readings
1. Get into a calm, relaxed state of mind
2. Pick a very quiet place to make your call from
3. Write down subjects you would like your advisor to read on
4. Explain the situation first before asking questions
5. Do not interrupt your advisor until they have finished giving information on your subject
6. Be careful not to judge the reading; let some time pass before making a judgment
7. Leave positive written feedback
It is very important to get centered and calmed down before making a call if you have been stressed out lately. Some people call and are so upset that it makes it very difficult to read through all of the emotions. This tends to block the information that comes in because emotions are very highly charged and it can be very difficult to read through this.
Be sure you arrange to get into a quiet room or place where you will not be disturbed for any reason. This will help you to feel calm and the privacy is very important. That way you can concentrate on what your psychic reader is saying to you.
Have a blank pad and paper right in front of you before you begin. Writing down your main concerns when you are in a calm, relaxed state will make sure you focus on exactly what it is you really want to know.
When you first begin your conversation, it is best to let the psychic or tarot reader get some idea of your emotional environment and they will start to pick up things as you are talking. You can make it brief. Jumping into yes or no type questions, or asking, ‘Do you see this’ or ‘Do you see that’ is leading the psychic in the direction you want the reading to take. Let your advisor give you what they see without your prompting.
Psychic professionals often see things well into the future that you need to make note of. It is common for first-time callers to assume that if a reader sees something in the future and they don’t think it will happen, please do not argue. The future has not yet come. Remember that if you don’t know what is in your future, arguing with an advisor who is a professional will get you nowhere.
Psychic advisors love to hear your feedback, especially if their predictions happen. They have no other way of knowing unless you leave feedback. Most sites have a client feedback system in place for you to contact your advisor. This lets them know that they did their job well.
It will be very important if you have never called a site before to take into consideration all of the tips above. This will get you the best out of your advisor and your future psychic readings will go much better if you’ll just take the time to prepare for them.
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Psychic readings – first call common mistakes
Gene is actually proposing to Shannon his significant other of 25 years. They have been through quite a bit, mainly because of what he calls his ‘business’ which ’causes’ him to have women everywhere during his appearances at shows. This, plus the fact that Shannon feels he puts work first and she and the kids are not getting the attention and commitment they need, is what led to their frosty relationship in the first place. Shannon just got tired of playing house.
Her actions finally hit home, because on tonight’s show, he is going to propose to her. This is a life changing event for him, making him ‘vulnerable’, but, I feel that in order to keep Shannon, he’s going to have to change a few things and take care of business. We will see a side to him that has been hidden not only to the public, but, also in private. Should be a good show.
As I have previously written on June 15th this year, her actions would definitely get his attention and apparently, it has. You can read more on my June 15th post when I predicted he would end up proposing to her.
Good for Shannon for standing up to him and calling him on his ’stuff’. Maybe the therapist they were seeing brought it home to him and got him out of excuses of why he shouldn’t be married. After all, they are soul mates.
Ace of Swords Upright
New Ideas, New Direction
The Swords represent the element of air. This card tells us that you will leave difficult times behind because you are more focused and your mind is sharper than it has been in the recent past. If you have been thinking of starting that new job or project, now is the time to get your plan in order. New ideas will prosper if you make a plan and execute it without delay. If you have felt down and out of control of your life, or a victim of circumstances, things are about to change. If you have had difficult times, like the Phoenix, you will rise and begin to feel that you are once again in charge.
Ace of Swords Reversed
Arguments, Confrontation
Like all of the Aces in the Tarot Deck, this signals a beginning. The Ace of Swords in a reversed position warns us that negative forces are in the air. It signifies the painful actions toward others resulting in the circumstances possibly getting worse.
All is not necessarily lost! This is a time to take a breather, stand back and do not react. You do not want to attract negative reactions right now. The best action right now is to avoid confrontations and arguments. Do not force the situation at this time because it could easily backfire. You can avoid this reversed Sword’s negative consequences by using the element of air – take the common sense approach and do not let your emotions get out of hand.
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Upright
Spring is on the horizon and the Ace of Wands encourages you to have new courage, higher self esteem and initiates a new sense of direction. Your ambition to start something new in any area of your life is at hand. Don’t miss this opportunity!
Reversed
You might consider looking for something that is missing or something you did not do correctly. Your motivation may be lacking and you may be feeling lazy or sluggish. This is the time to re-think your situation so that your project or situation can start over again in the next few weeks with re-newed vision and energy.
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Psychic who are clairvoyant, ‘see’ images as information when doing psychic readings. They sometimes see the images before a caller even asks a question. If they are also clairsentient, they can ‘feel’ the emotional state of the caller and/or the person they are calling about. Psychics who are also clairaudient can ‘hear’ words or sentences which aide in the information they gather when doing psychic readings.
The longer the reading, the more detailed the information becomes because the reader is interpreting images, feeling emotions and sometimes hearing words. The more time the psychic has to interpret the information being given, the more detailed the reading becomes. That is why it is not recommended that a caller only spends two or three minutes trying to get all of the information they are seeking.
Sometimes information comes in and while at first, it doesn’t make sense, as more time is spent on the situation, suddenly the things they ‘see’, ‘hear’ and ‘feel’ all fall into place. It takes time to put all of the rapidly firing information together to begin interpreting it for the reading so that it makes sense to a caller.
Information rarely comes in yes or no answers, and, unfortunately, this is what callers want. They are misinformed at how psychics do their job. Information comes in shades of gray which the psychic has to put together rapidly in a flowing style so that the caller can get the most information out of the reading that is possible.
Many callers push for information from psychic readings when what they need to do is explain the situation they would like a reading on and then sit back and wait for it to come. Because they are paying by the minute, they’ll often buy as few minutes as possible and hang up before the total reading is complete. It is complete when no more information comes through and not before.
5 Tips To Get the Most out of Your Psychic Readings:
1. Purchase enough time so that you will get all of the information
2. Explain your situation
3. Do not ask questions that would require a yes or no answer
4. Do not push or rush the advisor
5. Get in a relaxed state of mind before you call
The best possible scenario is to buy enough minutes so that you feel comfortable and relaxed about spending enough time with your advisor to get the most out of your session. Just remember that psychic information cannot be rushed because a caller is in a hurry. This just creates stress for both parties. Slow down, relax and spend enough time with your advisor so that you get all of the information that is available for your psychic readings.
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What is Happening in the Stars for the Week of July 24-30, 2011?
The Sun enters Leo and we can all celebrate! This is an ideal time for romance, having fun, creative projects, and doing the things you most enjoy.The simple joy of children playing should be your role model. Avoid as much as possible, the down side of Leo: feeling unappreciated and stubborn pride.
Aries Energetically this is an ideal time for a holiday or getting out for more fun in the sun. If you have been thinking of an outdoor adventure, or physical challenge, now is the time. You should have an easier time in any stressful situation, come the weekend. People will not be a touchy.
Taurus The challenges you face this week may require some willingness to change. Only those things you are sure are in everyone’s best interests will find support. Finish up as much as you can early in the week. The more time you can spend enjoying quiet, lazy days, the better you will feel.
Gemini Your energy is high. You can successfully juggle multiple responsibilities. This is a great time to have visitors and at the same time work on pet projects. Don’t be nervous if you feel you are not measuring up to some sort of artificial standard. It is better to take pleasure in the simple things.
Cancer This remains a positive time for visiting family and friends. Spend as much time as possible on artistic interests and those activities you most enjoy. This is a lucky time for a holiday. An emotional situation may come to a point where a decision cannot be avoided. Let your own desires be a priority.
Leo The lights are on you! You’ll display so much warmth and humor it is hardly possible not to be noticed. Share your interests with younger people. This is a prime time for getting outdoors and moving around. The only warning is not to be so overconfident that you waste precious resources on an impulsive choice.
Virgo Mercury moving into your sign this week demands greater attention to detail. Avoid reacting to gossip or rumors. You will shine in any gathering of people where logistical support is needed. If you have a sweetheart, spend more time sharing tender moments. Rest is a good thing. Work will be there when you get back.
Libra This is a lovely time to share your organizational skills in pursuit of pleasure or beauty. Be willing to volunteer your time at community events. You can successfully push for ideas that will benefit your neighborhood. Even if you have a full plate of obligations, spend more time doing the things you most enjoy.
Scorpio For many, this begins a crossroads period that may seem to be a mixed blessing. As much as you know what you think you need to do, the pull of the past can be quite strong. Remember you are a great favorite of many. Do not let old pain or injuries get you down.
Sagittarius Fire sign Leo opens the door to a new sense of what is possible. Get out and be on the move. This is a lucky time for travel and visiting new places or old favorites. Network as much as possible. Sharing your ideas can bring you a renewed sense of hope.
Capricorn You may now be more sure about the home you want to create for yourself. This is also a very positive time to contribute to the stability of your family. When other people are throwing fits, you can be an island of serenity. Some things are much more funny than they are serious.
Aquarius This is a lucky time to expand your horizons, develop friendships and try new things. The more active you can be the better you’ll feel. An optimistic attitude, even in the face of challenges, will help you find a way through. Arguments are possible, but likely to be short lived. Do your own thing.
Pisces It is possible to chase unrealistic dreams this week to the point of exhaustion. Do not make assumptions, especially where romance is concerned. This is a very positive time to reconnect with family who are far away or have been estranged. Quiet times on or near water will ease anxiousness and help you feel more centered.
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We all heard the bad news about the Jennifer Lopez, Marc Anthony divorce. Their marriage of seven years ends in what their publicist called a ″difficult decision″. From the point of view of astrology, their relationship was lukewarm at best. Sure, there were positive aspects, such as a trine between both of their Venus positions. But these were offset by a number of negative aspects, particularly involving Neptune and Pluto, which, at best, gave this marriage a 40-60 chance for success. So given it lasted seven years is about right.
Jennifer Lopez is a Leo, born on July, 24, 1969 in Bronx, New York. Marc Anthony is a Virgo born on September 16, 1968 in New York City. So culturally, both share a great deal, both in their Puerto Rican heritage and the general era and area they were both brought up in. Such environmental factors always help any relationship.
From an astrological point of view, it is easy to see how they fell in love in the first place. A Sun-Pluto conjunction is very powerful, often leading to that bolt of lighting, of love at first sight. Polarity-wise, they are opposites, which adds that benefit of natural magnetism between them. A sextile Sun with Neptune is a good aspect for romantic chemistry and for attraction beyond the physical.
Then we get into some of the negative aspects of their astrological charts. We have a couple of squares that are worrisome. A square Venus with Jupiter can lead to misunderstandings and highlight the unique differences in the lives. Another square, between Mars and Neptune, often takes us down the path of manipulation. The tension can become very frustrating, turning almost any situation into one of awkwardness and deception.
The one aspect I am concerned about the most is the Pluto to Pluto conjunction of their combined natal charts. I believe this is the root of why Jennifer Lopez and Marc Anthony are splitting up. Now, keep in mind that the extreme outer planets, like Neptune and Pluto, move very, very slowly through the zodiac. So, naturally, two people born within a few years of each other are going to have this conjunction. Usually, the effects are fairly mild and are not too noteworthy.
Pluto is a problem planet. Some people do not even think it is a planet anymore! In terms of astrology, and in particularly concerning romance, Pluto can be a real issue. As it is a commonality, people take it for granted. On a conscious level, you may not understand why you are attracted to your partner? Or why your partner affects you so much? On a relationship level, the more together you are with your partner, the more you repress your own emotions. Often is the case where such repression goes to the extreme.
So, if I were a advising either Jennifer Lopez or Marc Anthony on their relationship using astrology, I believe I would reassure them that they must do what is best for themselves and their children. As odd as it may seem, sometimes couples get along better when they are apart and no longer romantically involved. Interestingly enough, even with the announcement that the couple is seeking a divorce after 7 years, they may still go forward with a Reality TV series that had been in an early production stage.
Which just goes to show you that yes indeed, some couples can thrive better apart. Now, I should also point out that some stories making the rounds as to what caused the split have disturbing tones, such as infidelity. So we will have to keep an eye on this one to see how it all ends up, but I believe, based on their astrology charts, that they will get through this in a positive manner.
Azar the Astrologer
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August 2nd looms as an important date for all of us here in the United States and, in a larger sense, the world at large. Not because of the debacle in Washington but, rather of a potent event in the stars. I am speaking, of course, of the impending Mercury Retrograde. This is the second of these retrogrades that will occur during 2011.
Mercury retrogrades can (and often do) have a profound impact on our ability to communicate thoughts and emotions across a broad spectrum. This particular retrograde promises to be exceptionally potent as it confounds and confuses situations and feelings already on edge.
The term “retrograde” refers to a planet’s motion appearing to go backwards through a given astrological sign. While planets do not actually rotate backwards, the relationships between the Earth and the planets create this kind of astrological configuration. The time period of a retrograde can run between three to four weeks. The August 2nd retrograde will again go “direct” on August 26th at 2:04 p.m. This particular retrograde will occur during the astrological month of Leo and invoices Mercury in Virgo and Leo.
Mercury, the Messenger of the Gods, carried messages from the Immortals. To the ancient Romans, he also was the God of Commerce. When Roman and Greek cultures merged in roughly the 4th century B.C., Mercury became associated with the Greek deity, Hermes with the same aspects and images. Astrologically, the Messenger governs all forms of communication, intelligence and reason, commerce, and travel.
Mercury retrogrades highlight disruptions in all kinds of communications. From missed messages and connections, garbled meanings, ambiguous responses, interference with devices that enhance communication, i.e., cell phones, the Internet, all forms of electronic media and the like, the ability to impart ideas and information will be negatively impacted. Deception and trickery also come to fore during the Messenger’s reward march.
Obviously misunderstandings caused by communication problems make this a daunting and frustrating period. While the retrograde itself cannot be avoided, the most negative aspects can be reduced. First and foremost, be aware that information you are trying to send (or expecting to receive) may be late, garbled, or even lost. During this time period try to avoid undertaking any new projects. Also, if strong personal issues develop, be aware that your words and deeds may be misconstrued; similarly, be aware that the messages and information you receive may also be different from what was intended.
This particular Mercury retrograde is occurring during a period where Neptune, Uranus and Pluto are all in retrograde motion. The instability of governments and institutions, the unexpected twists and turns – both a on a global and on a personal level, combined with the wrath of the Sea King on the planet’s weather and waters – will all be impacted by confused and chaotic miscommunications, misunderstandings and mental confusion.
Pay close attention to what you say and how others react. If you feel uncertain or uncomfortable with a situation – ask questions. Ironically, sometimes reducing communication to a more basic level is precisely the way to make certain that the information gets through. On the larger world stage, be prepared for conflicting versions, misunderstanding and events that may leave you scratching your head and wondering “What were they thinking?”
Mercury Retrogrades are always challenging and this one on our horizon is particularly so. It is wise to remember the adage from the tribes of the Caucasian Mountain: “Courage is the ability to endure for one moment longer”. And so, during this next backward pass of the Messenger, we must hold to our beliefs and that this, too, will pass and once again move us forward.
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