ASTRO ADVICE WEEKLY by Eugenia Last
AUGUST 4 – August 10, 2024:
ARIES (March 21- April 19): Talks on the 4th and 5th will lead to opportunities. Pay attention to detail, take notes, and ask questions to ensure you get an honest evaluation of what’s possible. Mix business with pleasure, and you will win add-on discounts and establish long-term relationships. Emotional situations will boggle the mind on the 6th and 7th. If you don’t understand what someone wants you to do, clarify what you can do. Creative thinking will help you find workable alternatives. Speed things up on the 8th, 9th, and 10th if it enables you to take advantage of a special offer. Join forces with those trying to achieve similar goals, and the learning curve will diminish due to the available resources. Physical activities will ward off boredom and frustration.
TAURUS (April 20- May 20): Rely on facts and intelligence, and stick to a budget on the 4th and 5th, regardless of temptation, coaxing, or pressure tactics you encounter. Uncertainty regarding how much disposal cash you have is a signal to put spending on hold. Visit the want and job ads for deals and positions of interest on the 6th and 7th, and something will grab your attention. Negotiations will require attention to ensure you get the full spectrum of what’s on the table. Someone will likely lead you astray if you aren’t specific and ask for a written proposal. You may want to broaden your resume or update your qualifications to suit the changing job market on the 8th, 9th, and 10th. Be bold and sell yourself and your attributes by displaying your talents.
GEMINI (May 21- June 20): Putter around the house on the 4th and 5th and make your space more comfortable, or entertain someone who makes you think and consider lifestyle changes that reduce stress and encourage learning and expanding your interests. Starting an argument that you cannot win on the 6th and 7th is futile. Approach sensitive situations, and be willing to listen and compromise instead of forcing your will or trying to manipulate situations. Don’t limit what you can do on the 8th, 9th, and 10th. Step outside your comfort zone, and you’ll be privy to people, inside information, and social activity that offers insight into something you can add to your daily routine that encourages lifestyle improvements. Pay attention to how others live; what you discover will prompt a favorable move.
CANCER (June 21- July 22): Look for the underlying problem in any situation you face on the 4th and 5th. A premature change will require innovative input to navigate your way forward without consequences. Take time to refine your intentions. Take precautions when dealing with friends, relatives, and peers. Negativity won’t help you win battles. You’ll have the discipline on the 6th and 7th to change the dynamics of relationships with those you live or work alongside. Showing compassion and understanding will win points and gain trust. Work behind the scenes on the 8th, 9th, and 10th until you feel confident you’ve met demands and can suitably maintain a budget and timeline. Focus on your needs and how best to gain physical strength and emotional courage to do things your way.
LEO (July 23- August 22): Engage in events on the 4th and 5th that connect you with people who can broaden your insight into how you can contribute or address something that concerns you. Interacting with like-minded people will be the leverage you need to make a difference that impacts how or where you live. Be open to suggestions, but don’t buy into someone else’s dream. Emotions will flare up on the 6th and 7th if someone tries to take advantage of you financially. Don’t be tempted by what fast-talkers say or sign up for something that doesn’t benefit you directly. You’ll gain insight on the 8th, 9th, and 10th into something or someone of interest. Establish what you are willing to contribute financially, physically, and emotionally before you begin.
VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22): Trying to make unnecessary alterations on the 4th and 5th will be a waste of time and money. Consider what’s important to you and spend more time on physical and emotional improvement and personal growth instead of trying to change others. Recognize the cause before you act. Prepare to stand alone on the 6th and 7th if that’s what it takes to reach your goal. Refrain from letting what others do or say deter you from doing what’s best for you. Assess your income, financial overhead, and responsibilities on the 8th, 9th, and 10th, and talk to an expert regarding options to help stabilize your situation. Knowledge is critical to implementing options that put your mind at ease. Be open to possibilities, and don’t hesitate to act fast.
LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 22): Spontaneity will lead to trouble on the 4th and 5th. Think before you buy into someone else’s dream or spend money or time making unnecessary changes. Stick close to home. Pamper yourself or upgrade your surroundings to offer comfort and peace of mind. Information you receive on the 6th and 7th will be faulty or misleading. Before you forward the information you hear or agree to a proposal, do your due diligence and background check. Short trips, TED talks, and personal opportunities are favored. Share your feelings and intentions on the 8th, 9th, and 10th, and you’ll find out where you stand and what’s possible. A change of scenery will tweak your imagination, encourage you to rethink your next move, and put some muscle behind turning a dream into a reality.
SCORPIO (Oct. 23-Nov. 21): A change that affects your timetable will cause friction on the 4th and 5th. Be cognizant of the needs and expectations of loved ones and colleagues before you agree to something that can influence others or lead to additional expenses. Put relationships and reputation first and foremost. Put your energy where it counts on the 6th and 7th, and follow the path that makes you feel passionate about your accomplishments. Innovation coupled with discipline will draw attention and the support you need to amplify your results. Mull over the information you gather on the 8th, 9th, and 10th and the input you get from those close to you before you agree to something contractually binding. Put a financial strategy in place before you proceed.
SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21): Embrace a learning experience on the 4th and 5th, and don’t shy away from sorting through your differences with a friend, relative, or colleague. The sooner you establish your position and realize who you can count on, the easier it will become to reach your goal. Opportunity comes your way when you make wise choices. Watch your back on the 6th and 7th, and avoid divulging personal information. A scam may look inviting, but the loss will not be worth the aggravation. Someone will offer false information about themselves to mesmerize you. Address situations that require shared expenses on the 8th, 9th, and 10th. Be specific regarding who is responsible for what before you enter a joint venture. An opportunity is apparent but will require your undivided attention.
CAPRICORN (December 22- January 19): Time is on your side on the 4th and 5th, so don’t let anyone rush you into a purchase or investment prematurely. Be a good listener; you’ll find it easier to figure out who and what is authentic. Consider what you have, what you need, and what you can get rid of, and start decluttering your life. You are in the zone on the 6th and 7th, ready to initiate change and reap the rewards. It’s time to initiate change and invest in yourself and what makes you passionate about life and love. Too much of anything on the 8th, 9th, and 10th will slow you down. Funnel your thoughts and plans into what matters most and stick to simple, classy, and affordable.
AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18): Take ownership of your plans on the 4th and 5th and the initiative to make things happen. A change at home will please the people who matter to you most if you let them contribute both to plans and results. Love and romance, along with physical and emotional improvements, are favored. Establish how you can improve your financial future on the 6th and 7th. Talk to an expert, and it will spark innovative ideas that can help you increase your assets. A domestic or lifestyle change looks promising. Buying, selling, and moving forward with your plans on the 8th, 9th, and 10th will be hectic but rewarding. Push the envelope if it will speed up the process and help you establish your dreams.
PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20): You can simplify your life or make it more difficult on the 4th and 5th, depending on what you say and how you handle those you encounter. Only some people will share your beliefs. Keep your thoughts to yourself and distance yourself from trouble without fussing. Emotional manipulation is apparent on the 6th and 7th. Be reasonable, fair, and without motive when dealing with family, friends, and associates. An unexpected change will disrupt the outcome of a deal you are trying to process. Don’t mix business with pleasure. Pay attention to the people you enjoy being around on the 8th, 9th, and 10th, and participate in the activities that make you feel good about yourself. Physical activity will ease stress; indulgent behavior leads to trouble. Choose love over discord.
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