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Aquarius (Jan. 20-Feb. 18)
Welcome to the end of settling for the celestial crumbs flung at you by the universe — this week, you'll get your choice of snacks. With more energy than a herd of spring bunnies and more confidence than you're used to, this is the week of yes. And though you've gotten used to constantly battling the naysayers, recent planetary shifts will empower you to take on this week's new opportunities. Keep going.
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Pisces (Feb. 19-Mar. 20)
You tend to take more mental vacations than the head of the current administration, but instead of starting wars, you hunker down and harness your creative energy. If you feel the need to stay in all week and work on that pasta sculpture, Krazy Glue away. And if your lover can't understand your need to construct a life-sized Rudyard Kipling out of fusilli, it might be time to cut them loose.
Aries (Mar. 21-Apr. 19)
When you're used to being the one who cracks the whip and buys the clamps, there's nothing more unsettling than the tables turning without your say-so, which is exactly what's going to happen in the wake of last week's solar eclipse. You might freak at first, but once you unwind, you'll come to know the joys of not being top dog. Besides, everyone knows it's the submissive who's truly in control.
Taurus (Apr. 20-May 20)
Exhausted from a week of balls-to-the-wall fucking? Well you needn't worry about keeping up with yourself in the sack this week. Grab a towel, wipe that sweat off your brow, and come Monday morning, transfer all that focused energy into your work. According to Venus, a midweek meeting will bring professional success, assuming you put in little elbow grease, of course. A nonstop love machine careerist — you are one hot commodity.
Gemini (May 21-Jun. 21)
So, you're used to comfort and routine, eh, Gemini? Well this week you'll learn how to pop your proverbial top as Mars mixes things up, Hunter S. Thompson-style. No, I'm not suggesting you get hopped up on psychedelics in a Las Vegas casino or anything like that (unless you were already planning to). But maybe, just maybe, if you stray from the usual daily grind, you'll find your spirit in a better place than it's ever been.
Cancer (June 21-July 21)
Tired of your job? That long-term relationship just getting too . . . sexless? Eating the same pre-packed sushi lunch every damn day of the week? (Too much mercury!) This week, the stars suggest seeking out positive vibes from far-off places. So quit that job, dump that loser and hop a plane to adventure. What happens in Dubrovnik/Cusco/Vegas, stays in Dubrovnik/Cusco/Vegas.
Leo (July 22-Aug. 22)
Ever feel like your mouth and your brain used to be best friends (maybe even roommates!) until they got in some big, stupid fight over something neither one can remember, and now they communicate strictly via terse sticky-notes? This week, get them to hug and make up. And in the meantime, don't commit to anything more involved than coffee dates — you don't want to blow that job interview just because weak adhesive allowed a crucial memo to fall under the stove.
Virgo (Aug. 23-Sept. 21)
You like your fantasies like you like your metal: heavy, with lots of eyeliner and latex. But the reality of your desires tends to be a lot simpler. Even though you dream big and hope hard, if your basic needs aren't meshing with what your partner can offer, it doesn't matter how perfect they feel when they're not around. This week, be as level-headed as possible. The upcoming eclipse is going to bring decisive action, and you'll be better off armed with a clearer view of those around you.
Libra (Sept. 22-Oct. 22)
Even though you're usually the master of all things poise, this week your emotional equilibrium is going to be as balanced as Fox News, which means a lot of seemingly irrational bouncing around, wild accusations and insecurities a-go-go. But this hot mess will be a catalyst for some well-earned reflection next week. Having a major spaz attack now isn't just healthy catharsis, it's a good way to be honest with yourself about the difficulties you tend to ignore.
Scorpio (Oct. 23-Nov. 21)
Rarely one to shy away from ridiculous adventures and half-baked schemes, you might find yourself feeling slightly less inspired by temporary thrills this week. Don't worry, you're not losing your edge — every wild soul has a bit of homebody in them that needs to be nurtured from time to time. And you'll soon discover that a certain person you may have done body shots with isn't just a good time, but someone with enough patience to help you through this flux.
Sagittarius (Nov. 22-Dec. 21)
When I was in grammar school, we went on a field trip to the Boston Public Gardens. I poured grape juice over my friend Mike Walsh's head, and he was immediately attacked by a swarm of bees. This will be your life this week. But in a good way! You'll be giddily overwhelmed by engagements, entertaining options and enticing propositions. Your social calendar will zig-zag and buzz and almost drive you mad. But being surrounded by so many different kinds of personalities will bring out the best in you, and hold little potential for an allergic reaction and a trip to the ER.
Capricorn (Dec. 22-Jan. 19)
In light of this week's awkward-date holiday, we're happy to report that some people are going to be feeling the love that goes far beyond a calendar date. "Some people," as it happens, are you. And it's sort of amazing how it's all come together — finally getting the material results out of a project you've put so much heart into? The loose ends of business and personal relationships tying themselves up, painlessly, on their own? And stumbling upon a very real, deep connection with someone out of the blue? Smile. It's about time.
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