Early in the Retrograde
The logistical mishaps populating the first week of Mercury retrograde remind us that most interactions exchange something other than the apparent, tangible items being exchanged. Furthermore, emotional investment is worth more than money and often cannot be bought at all. Our cravings, appetites and curiosities are clues to potential sources of deeper fulfillment.
LEO (July 23-Aug. 22). Every skull houses a kingdom with its own unique culture. No two minds put things together in the same way. Today you’ll witness those with vastly different thinking styles landing on the same conclusion.
VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22). Trailblazers always pay more for the journey than those who follow the path they made. You appreciate what your forebearers did and you give them the respect they deserve, modeling gratitude for a world that sorely needs more of it.
LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 23). There’s no established route to where you’re going, so orient yourself to the north star of the project and make intentionality your motor. Your path is shaped by the courage to keep stepping.
SCORPIO (Oct. 24-Nov. 21). Of all the ways to get stronger and better, the quickest route usually comes from a rivalry. You’ll use your voice for the powerful tool it is. You’ll educate yourself on pressing issues and choose your words carefully.
SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21). You seize the reigns wherever you can because you recognize how much of life is absolutely beyond your control. Today’s decisions are best made quickly, with confidence and conviction.
CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19). Anyone can talk about what they do, what they want to do and what they already did. Such talk actually says very little. Instead, you will let your actions speak for you and this will tell people all they need to know about who you are.
AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18). “No” isn’t always negative. This is the word that allows you to say “yes” to what will be much more fun, interesting and important. “No” will save you from stress and inconvenience.
PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20). Your network is something to be proud of. Even though name-dropping is looked down on, your instinct to mention your alignment with cool, interesting and powerful people is a short-hand way of letting others know you.
ARIES (March 21-April 19). You’ve been known to work hard and long like a reliable machine, but that doesn’t mean you are one. It’s important to take breaks. When you’re relaxed, your creative, emotional and spiritual resources replenish.
TAURUS (April 20-May 20). Just as the blood pumping through your veins keeps the organs of the body connected, attention is the lifeblood that keeps the group connected. New ideas will fuel communication. Ideas will flow freely.
GEMINI (May 21-June 21). When you say “no,” you do it with such incredible grace that the other person feels complimented by your declination. You speak to how much you appreciate and enjoy others, even if what they are pitching to you isn’t a good match.
CANCER (June 22-July 22). You have the same values you had before, but your beliefs have changed, and they’ll keep on changing as you move forward. This is why you don’t hesitate to adjust. Try on new ideas until you find the ones you can live inside.
TODAY’S BIRTHDAY (Aug. 10). Dreaming is a pleasure partly because you know you can make some of them come true, and partly because you let yourself dream the impossible, too, which lights up your mind and gives your heart wings. More highlights: a truly inspired financial move, a relationship of epic chemistry and six journeys that spark your social life in fascinating ways. Sagittarius and Virgo adore you. Your lucky numbers are: 3, 1, 10, 5 and 8.
CELEBRITY PROFILES: Celebrated actor, director and producer Antonio Banderas is known for his charisma, versatility and striking screen presence. Whether doing dashing heroics or complex character work, or lending his voice to animated favorites, Banderas delivers with a lionheart and iconic charisma. Four fiery luminaries speak to the regal star’s passion, including the Aries moon of a warrior and lucky Jupiter in Sagittarius, the sign of worldly sophistication.
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