Your Charm for Today

Today’s Meaning:
This aspect of your life will be strongly influenced by a person who is adaptable, versatile, communicative, witty, intellectual, eloquent, youthful and lively. This could be a sibling, a child or a very close friend.

General Description:
Third sign of the Zodiac, May 22nd to June 21st. Ruling planet Mercury; correct metal, Silver. Those born under the influence of Gemini were believed to be endowed with strong intellectual powers, high aspirations, to be shrewd, ingenious and vivacious, but restless and fond of change. The Gemini stones are Agates and Emeralds. Agate talismans were worn by the orientals for eloquence, and adverting ill health, also to bring fortune and good luck. The Greeks and Romans had great faith in Agate amulets, wearing them for health, wealth, and long life. Queen Elizabeth possessed a large engraved Agate, which was supposed to be endowed with magical powers

 

Your Lucky Number is 4

Your Personal Lucky Number does not change. This number will be lucky for you your entire life. Your luck derived from this number will be strongest when you are addressing events and issues related to the general meaning of the number. Lucky Numbers should not be relied on to constantly produce positive results, or make impulsive, high risk gambles. They simply mean that where they appear you have an edge. How large an edge is impossible to determine, but seems to increase with the number of occurrences your Lucky Number is be associated with a given event or issue.

Those with a Personal Lucky Number 4 will find their luck derived from 4 strongest when the issue or event concerns the building of new things or maintaining established traditions. Your 4 may come in handy if the stability of your finances or romance is in jeopardy. The luck of a 4 may prove beneficial when trying to provide a stable environment in which a project or person can grow.

Your Ancient Symbol Card for Today

Chance

The Chance card denotes a period in which taking risks may produce positive results. This doesn’t mean head off to a casino with your life’s savings! What is suggested is that you should make gains by taking a well calculated risk. For the power of Chance to be fully realized it is essential that you pick your risk carefully, move forward with conviction, and above all else don’t get greedy!

As a daily card, Chance implies you are currently in a place where taking a chance is likely to produce substantial rewards. In other words, take a few calculated steps out on the proverbial limb, but remember if you take it too far you are likely to lose all that you gain and possibly more.

Daily Witches Rune

The Birds

Keywords: Unexpected news, change.

Meanings: The Birds Rune means some unexpected news that may alter your life completely, especially if this is the leading rune. Generally, the news will lead to a positive change but pay close attention to the nearest runes to determine its nature. It can also mean news of friends or family that you haven’t had contact with in quite a while. Letters and documents should be watched for as they may well bring happiness.

 

 

 

 

 

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Get A Jump On Tomorrow….

Your Daily Horoscopes for Thursday, August 11th

by Rick Levine

 

 

 

Part of the Daily Insight Group

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If You Were Born Today, August 10

Your personality is colorful, inventive, and intriguing. You often seem to choose the more difficult path in life, as perhaps you find it more satisfying. Although it might not be obvious to acquaintances, you tend to be a worrier, mostly about security and finances. You crave variety and are at your best when you have freedom of movement, some level of independence, and the ability to get away now and again. However, you are also dependable with those you love most. Routine is to be avoided – there seems to be greater luck in your life with changes, and when your creativity is allowed to blossom. You are vital and competitive, and able to put your emotions aside when need be. You are also proud and have an occasional domineering streak. You tend to fare better in love later in life. Famous people born today: Antonio Banderas, Ian Anderson, Eddie Fisher, Jimmy Dean, Justin Theroux, Lucas Till, Phoolan Devi.

Your Birthday Year Forecast:

Your birthday occurs around a First Quarter Moon this year, and you are reaching an important turning point in terms of personal growth. You may be more emotional this year, and should watch for unnecessary conflicts and making hasty decisions as a result. Otherwise, this is a year of great energy, motivation, and growth. You are more ambitious and desirous of action in the year ahead. This should be a busy, dynamic period in your life.

Jupiter moves into transiting harmony with your Sun from December 2016 forward. You have a stronger than usual desire to improve, grow, and learn. This is a fortunate aspect that helps boost optimism and confidence, and you can attract fortunate circumstances into your life as a result. Problems are easier to resolve. Matters related to universities, higher education, organized religion, publishing, legal affairs, and foreign interests can be especially favorable. It’s a good time to further your education. You are likely to enjoy a larger perspective on matters that keeps you from getting lost in details or overly frustrated by everyday stresses.

This is an excellent year for learning new things and meeting people who bring important information into your life. Making new contacts through learning and mental pursuits figures strongly.

However, there can be misunderstandings, misinformation, wishful thinking, or carelessness. Verify the facts before making decisions and avoid taking precipitate action. Certainly, you might often see things that others don’t, as you’re tuned into the subtle side of life and situations, but, at the same time, you may miss practical details.

Even so, your powers of investigation are strong – you go to the origin of a problem and work from there. There may be a project, idea, or person that demands much of your attention or occupies much of your thoughts. You are especially resourceful when your curiosity is piqued.

There can be some fireworks in key relationships this year. Feelings can sometimes run hot and cold in love. Your affections are strongly stimulated, and you are more acutely aware of your powers of attraction. You can enjoy an increase in personal magnetism, but timing can be off and you should be wary of competitiveness or tension in existing love relationships, as your passions run high, whether they‘re feelings of love or anger.

Marketing and promotional activities can thrive. Business revolving around the home, nutrition, cooking, and real estate may be particularly fruitful.

You may win respect and recognition for your work or craft this year. There is a good balance between learning from tradition and seeing things progressively.

Transiting Saturn transits in harmony with your Sun in December 2016. This suggests benefits from keeping your feet on the ground and paying attention to, and honoring, tradition as well as tried-and-true methods. Work you have done in the past begins to pay off now – not necessarily in dramatic ways, but in small, measurable ways. You may be recognized or rewarded in some way for the efforts you put forth. When you project a more responsible and credible “you”, people in authority are more inclined to appreciate you and recognize your work. This is a time in which you put your life in order in some significant manner. The key to success under this influence is adopting a realistic, practical, disciplined, and orderly approach to your life. Having a strong sense for both tradition and innovation opens doors for you. You have a real sense of tomorrow now, so it’s easier for you to take the necessary steps to make all of your “tomorrows” better.

There is steadiness in many areas of your life this year, although some relationships can be up and down. From December forward, you’re in an exceptionally strong position for taking advantage of new opportunities. There can be recognition for your work or talents. However, you may have a difficult time focusing on one or two projects during this period of life, and you can benefit from attempts to focus your energies.

 

2016 is a Number Nine year for you. Ruled by Mars. This is a year of completion and transition. It is a time when we need to let go of things that no longer serve their purpose, and hold on to things that have a future. It is a time of cleaning out dead wood, not necessarily for new beginnings. It can be a time when a burden has been taken off your shoulders, and it can be a year of giving of yourself. Advice – let go of things that are holding you back, give of yourself and express your sympathetic, compassionate side.

2017 will be a Number One year for you. Ruled by the Sun. This is a year of action. The seeds you plant now, you will reap later. Others might find you less sociable, as you are busier than ever and you focus on your activities and your needs. Still, you are outgoing and your initiative is stronger than ever. Advice – Stand alone, take action, start fresh, express independence.

Courtesy of Cafe Astrology

 

 

 

 

 

Your Daily Horoscopes for Wednesday, August 10th

 

Aries

There can be useful insight into your health, work schedules, and daily affairs today, dear Aries. You can feel the determination to meet and possibly exceed your goals. Today is about tuning out the negative distractions and focusing on what actually matters for growth and development. Good energy is with you for feeling confident about the work you do. You are very willing to put in the detail work involved with moving towards a long-term or ambitious goal. This may be a time for gaining information that is valuable to your career or health, or that deepens your understanding of a matter.

Taurus

Today’s energies are powerful for meaningful conversations and the gaining of important insight into a person or desire, dear Taurus. You are willing to get to the root of a problem and, while you’re very interested in harmonizing with others today, you are also craving a sense that you’re growing in your relationships. A secret may come to light, and it helps move you forward. There is more depth, intensity, and sincerity or meaning to your communications, studies, creative work, and possibly a romantic involvement.

Gemini

There is special power and passion to your communications today, dear Gemini, as you are not content with barely scratching the surface of an issue. You are inclined to investigate, poke, and prod until you feel comfortable that you know enough! Secrets may emerge, in a relieving way rather than an uncomfortable one, and you can benefit from speaking with someone close to you. There is more persuasiveness to your personality today. Think about what you can do to simplify your life rather than complicate it further. New strategies and developments in your personal or family life can be beneficial. There may be good news about a financial matter now, or someone could surprise you with support.

Cancer

There is special energy available to you today for getting to the bottom of things, dear Cancer. Deep subjects and previously hidden information can figure strongly now. You are not necessarily putting all of your cards on the table, and, in fact, might benefit from some restraint, but you can make headway with projects and plans, and you may very well learn important things about an important person in your life. When it comes to a close relationship or partnership, there can be an incredible bonding moment today, possibly over a shared secret or private matter.

Leo

There is a pleasant kind of intensity to the day, dear Leo, and you are set to benefit most from it along practical lines. You are more inclined to keep to yourself, and if you are around others, you’re unlikely to be entirely present as you may be very busy coming up with interesting ideas or plans. Good energy is with you for concentrating and focusing on those things that matter regarding securing your future. Financial, business, and other practical matters can thrive, as you’re especially sharp and skilled at getting to the heart of a situation. Right now, think about reducing and pruning rather than adding on. It’s a good time to tighten the details of a plan or project.

Virgo

Mercury in your sign harmonizes with Pluto today, dear Virgo, and you are likely to have an ace up your sleeve. You can be filled with strength, determination, and resolve. Mercury is your ruler and is especially strong in your sign. Pluto further supports Mercury, placing you in an advantageous position today, particularly related to creative projects, personal appeal, romance, or children. You might gain information that benefits you greatly now. Feedback can be very useful now. A conversation, thought process, or journal entry could help to release recent mental tension. People are drawn to your mental intensity right now.

Libra

You’re in a great position to see what others are overlooking now, dear Libra, and you are in a healthy place emotionally. It would benefit you greatly to focus on what you can get rid of that will help to simplify and improve your life going forward. This is not necessarily about material things, and may very well be about mental attitudes or habits. New insights or information coming in can be particularly useful. Listen to family members who have something valuable or meaningful to say. Giving your support, even if it’s encouraging words or advice, can be rewarding to you. The best way to truly process and digest recent experiences is through some form of relaxation or retreat, as you may need to step back from situations to see the whole story.

Scorpio

It’s a stellar day for communications, dear Scorpio. Your ruler, Pluto, is in your communications zone harmonizing with Mercury, the planet of communications! As such, you are in an excellent position to persuade, share, and connect. Learning flows well, and you might also be guiding or teaching others now. There can be a moment of truth or new insight into a friendship today. Connections made now can be very fruitful. Conversations are a little more serious, but also more useful. The Moon once again transits your sign all day, and your natural style is appreciated. You’re getting noticed!

Sagittarius

You can be especially willing to put something you no longer need behind you today, dear Sagittarius, to your benefit. This may be about letting a bad attitude or circumstance go. Both creative and practical affairs can profit from a stronger ability to concentrate and more powerful intuition. It’s a day for opening your eyes to something you may have glossed over in the past, or perhaps were not yet ready to see. There can also be a satisfying sense that you’re growing in a relationship, or a partner might come through for you. Business matters can thrive today with a stronger sense of what is useful and what may be unessential.

Capricorn

This is a time for reading and listening, dear Capricorn, and absorbing valuable information. You are likely to be exposed to inspiring, eye-opening ideas now and powerful insights into your cravings and desires. It’s also a good time for promoting and publishing efforts, educational endeavors, studies, and for presenting your ideas. You can tune out distractions and easily hone in on what’s truly useful to you. You can also be quite persuasive right now, and you might learn something new that excites you and positively impacts future projects.

Aquarius

You are on board with the idea of making changes today, dear Aquarius. You’re more likely to go along with changes rather than resist them. You can also be naturally and instinctively attracting the right information now, and connections can be advantageous today. Focus should be on strategy and plans of action rather than quick maneuvers. You might open your eyes to something now, as you’re truly ready to “see” it. A Mercury-Pluto connection tends to facilitate insight into intimate or financial affairs. Lifestyle changes might be made from today forward.

Pisces

Sharing ideas can be very fruitful today, dear Pisces. This is, in fact, true of the whole week on some level, but today you may be onto something special. Friends can have valuable input. An understanding with someone close to you can be a nice form of release and relief. Communications with a parnter or friend are particularly sincere and meaningful today. You might be seeing details that you typically miss or avoid. You are more able to see what is tripping you up, and this means you can figure out the right steps towards improving your life.

 

 

 

 

 

The Balance of the Signs & the Elements for August 10th

 

LEO STRONG
Self-confident, generous, warm-hearted, powerful leader, dramatic. Can be overly proud, vain, extravagant, arrogant.
VIRGO STRONG
Meticulous, discriminating, pure, practical, health conscious, hard working. Can be hyper-critical, petty and perfectionistic.
SCORPIO STRONG
Intense, magnetic, penetrating perception, power to confront. Can be destructive, vengeful, jealous, overly dramatic.
SAGITTARIUS STRONG
Inspiring, broad vision, enthusiastic, goal seeking, truthful, adventurous. Can be reckless, unrestrained, tactless.

BALANCE OF ELEMENTS

FIRE STRONG
Fire is enthusiastic, dynamic, and spontaneous, but lacks reflection. We are more courageous and adventurous now, with a tendency to act before thinking. There is little concern about what happened in the past. We are competitive and possibly impatient or bored easily.
AIR WEAK
We may have a difficult time being objective or detached. We may not be especially communicative.

BALANCE OF MODES

CARDINAL WEAK
This is not a time that we tend to naturally initiate actions. We may be stronger at following up than starting anew. Survival mechanisms may be weaker now.
MUTABLE STRONG
We are flexible, adaptable, willing, open to change, and possibly flighty or nervous.

 

 

 

 

First Quarter Moon

 

The First Quarter Moon phase occurs when the Moon is 90 degrees after the Sun.

This is a time of action. We become aware of differences, and this can be a time of stress, clashing, and discord, but also of great energy, motivation, and growth. We may be feeling especially ambitious and competitive. Things are beginning to take off or to turn a corner. This is a time when we want to get something going, but we may not know the next step or the exact direction we want it/us to take. Most suitable activities now include taking action, pushing forward, making offers, researching more options, meeting new people, and gathering new/additional supplies you may need to further a project. Watch for overconfidence or overshooting the mark. Use the stress generated now to make changes.

 

 

 

 

Astrology of Today – August 10, 2016

• The Moon is in Scorpio all day (until Thursday, August 11th, at 1:23 PM).
• The Moon is waxing and in its Waxing Crescent phase until 2:20 PM, after which it’s in its First Quarter phase.
• A New Moon occurred on the 2nd, and a First Quarter Moon occurs today at 2:20 PM.
• Mars is direct and in its post-retrograde shadow until August 22nd.