Tip of the Week:
There are three basic intelligence centers from where humans are designed to function in the life experience: 1) head 2) heart 3) solar plexus. Each has its own mode of perception that is qualitatively different from the other two.  Our ‘head intelligence’ basically implies the intellect where logic and reason are dominant. The intellect functions to divide, sort, categorize, differentiate, memorize and separate. At best this function of intelligence bestows the ability to reason, plan and strategize based on desire, accumulated knowledge and experience. At worst, it perceives every thing, person and event etcetera as separate from itself and potentially a threat. (This is the dominant current mode of expressing intelligence: intellectual/academic.)  The Solar Plexus is linked to instinct, belief and conviction subject to emotional bonds. The fight or flight response is linked to this intelligence center. At best, instinct protects us from actions, people and situations that are perceived to be a threat. At worst, instinct perpetuates a state of fear that prevents a person from trusting or having new thoughts, perceptions or experiences. The heart is linked to intuition and a state of knowing that is not based on personal memory. States of presence in the now, innocence, gratitude, awe and reverence for all life is linked to the intelligence of the heart. At best, the heart feels love, truth and unity with all aspects and levels of existence. At worst, heart intelligence is naïve and lacks discernment. As important as all three modes of intelligence are, the heart center or intuition is designed to be the command center with intellect and instinct protecting it on either side, as it were. This is a principle goal of the Aquarian Age and the need of our times.

Aries (Mar 21 – Apr 20)
New realizations and responsibilities on relationship fronts are on your mind. Keeping an open mind about the future and long-term prospects is extra important to you now. You intuitively know what you must do, yet you may not want to. Mars retrograde may be synchronizing with creative blocks and rebellion. Take it easy for a while, rest and retreat.

Taurus (Apr 20 – May 21)
Many new ideas concerning your public and/or professional life are activating your imagination. You are in the mood to try new things and take new initiatives. Getting others to hear and understand you is another story. You may be considered idealistic these days. Turning your attention to the love of good company and/or to your studies may prove more satisfying.

Gemini (May 21 – Jun 21)
Visions of a bright future and a brave new world are on your mind. How to achieve your goals is the question. What tools do you need and can you access? Taking some risks is required, but you may feel hesitant, especially where investments are required. Yet, it is as though a bright light is illuminating your mind. Clear realizations are guiding you to commit to higher ideals.

Cancer (Jun 22 – Jul 22)
Building upon new foundations for the future is in the spotlight. Your heart and mind is open wider than usual these days. You are ready to make new commitments. These may be based on or are stirring fears. Investigations and research to gain information and facts is featured. Respecting your own needs and wishes as well as those of others is extra important now. What do you feel you need and want?

Leo (Jul 23 – Aug 23)
A rich exchange of ideas and communications of all kinds should be keeping you busy. Who are your true friends and allies and who might have judgements or even contempt? Approach all potential adversaries with love, understanding and forgiveness and you will be free of the hooks. Then focus on the openings and opportunities coming from those who clearly hold your best interests in mind.

Virgo (Aug 24 – Sep 22)
Shaking it up within so you can realize effective changes without continues as a central theme. What area of your life do you want to heal or improve? Perhaps you want more money or a better job or more harmony in relationships or love and romance. The first step is to identify your desires. Then, focus to create changes from within. Changing beliefs, perceptions and attitudes creates outer changes.

Libra (Sep 23 – Oct 22)
A creative craze is rocking your world. Whether this is a good thing or not is another question. You may feel like you are giving a lot, yet others may not agree. You may feel open minded, but some may feel you are stuck. It may be necessity more than inspiration that is pushing you to create solutions that might simply seem crazy or at least unusual. Listen within and without.

Scorpio (Oct 23 – Nov 21)
Nurturing your individuality requires that you know what it is. It can be difficult to know who we really are, what we really need, or what our greatest strengths are. Sometimes we must step back to see clearly. Do what you love and love what you do, or be with the one(s) you love, even if part time. Keep it simple, go for the love.

Sagittarius (Nov 22 – Dec 21)
Are you happy with your lot in life? If not, avoid blame of self or others and simply begin to make new and better choices. If you enjoy the process, celebrate that success. Decipher what a better balance would require. Aim for health above all. A new day is beginning, yet it begins at midnight. Sleep and dream a brighter reality with commitment to take a fresh start in the ‘morning light’.

Capricorn (Dec 22 – Jan 19)
Powerful changes are brewing. The process may not be easy. Yet, if you are faithful and patient you will win. Be careful not to scatter your energies now, though you will be tempted. It is time for a new game plan. You may feel challenged to re-invent yourself. A healing journey has begun and it will take time. Outline your ideals, respect your spirit.

Aquarius (Jan 20 – Feb 19)
You are following new paths. These will lead to many new realizations and self-concepts. You are on the verge of a great awakening. Re-evaluations of what are truly important and valuable and worthy of your time and energy are underway. Focus to tune-in to the soul searching journey that is already underway.

Pisces (Feb 20 – Mar 20)
A new sense of power and possibility is stirring within. Shedding old skins is required. This implies old habits, comfort zones and familiar expressions. It is important that you be willing to take risks. Try new angles and approaches. Your intuitions are probably strong now. Listen well and act upon them deliberately.