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Day: April 6, 2019
Today’s Extra: Survival Guide for Empaths and Highly Sensitive People
Survival Guide for Empaths and Highly Sensitive People
By: Jordyn Cormier
Being an empath or a highly sensitive person (HSP) in the modern world ain’t easy. Everyone is stressed—and empaths and HSPs are the emotional sponges, soaking it all up.
WHAT IS AN EMPATH?
To clarify, being a empath doesn’t just mean you care and feel for other people. It means you actually feel their emotions in your body. It can be sometimes difficult for true empaths to discern whether an emotion they’re experiencing is their own or someone else’s—which can be incredibly overwhelming and depleting.
While being highly sensitive to the needs of others can be a truly wonderful quality, it takes some dedicated effort to manage. It’s ironic that empaths are so good at being there for other people and making others feel better—but it’s often to their own emotional and energetic detriment.
Empaths can easily become oversaturated with emotions, leading them to believe they are depressed, ill or flawed in some way. But that’s not usually the case. A sensitive person just needs time to recenter.
SURVIVING AS A HIGHLY SENSITIVE PERSON OR EMPATH
If you’re an empath, you really need to prioritize your self care. Here are a few basics that every highly sensitive person should have in their toolkits.
Practice breathwork
You know that dramatic friend you have who is always in a crisis? As an empath, it’s important to realize that they can be an energy suck—no matter how much you love them. If, while spending time with them, you can feel your energy being drained, focus on your breathing.
Holding your breath only allows negativity to fester and grow, so breathe deeply to ground yourself. Maybe also treat yourself to a little time out. Take a stroll around the block, a reprieve in the quiet bathroom or a relaxing drive to get away from the contagious drama.
Create physical space between yourself and perceived negativity.
Social situations can be really challenging for HSPs and empaths. Highly empathetic people deeply experience others’ negative energies. In fact, they tend to absorb them.
If you find yourself at a party in a conversation with energy-sucker, make an excuse to take a walk outside to balance and reground yourself. Then, keep your distance as much as you can for the rest of the event.
Social situations are already challenging enough. Create a bubble of safe, positive space around yourself to hold onto your own energy.
Know your boundaries.
As an HSP or empathic person, you probably tend to try to help people in need, no matter what. But when it comes to being there for people and sharing your positive energy, don’t be an overgiver—it’ll only deplete you.
Be polite, but let people know when you’ve reached your limits. Yes, you want to be there for the other person, but you need to honor your needs.
Try to become aware of when your emotional energy is reaching critical levels, and prioritize yourself. Place your oxygen mask on before assisting the person next to you.
Don’t be afraid to say ‘no’.
You simply can’t always be there for everybody. You need to prioritize your own needs, too. So practice saying no.
For instance, one day you’re wiped, but a friend wants to grab a drink and talk about their absolutely horrible day at work. Be polite and honest. Say, “Sorry your day was so rough, but I can’t tonight. I can grab coffee tomorrow and talk all about it, though.” You could even suggest that maybe it’s best for your friend to stay in, take a hot bath, and treat themselves, too!
Saying no isn’t mean. It’s being open and honest. You need to make time for your own needs, too.
Being a highly sensitive person means you need to guard yourself a little more than others. Your powers of sensitivity are a wonderful gift that can really benefit those around you, but you want to make sure that you are not suffering as a result. It may be tough for you, but start putting yourself first.
The Old Farmer’s Almanac for April 6th: A KITCHEN HERB GARDEN
A KITCHEN HERB GARDEN
A kitchen herb garden can be simple or ornamental, blended with decorative flowers or combined with other edibles. Herbs will thrive in pots on the patio, in raised beds, and in plots-even on a sunny windowsill. The Old Farmer’s Almanac Garden-Fresh Cookbook lists the best herbs to grow!
A Kitchen Herb Garden
The following herbs have a range of culinary uses:
Basil, an annual, grows 1 to 2 feet tall in moist soil. Encourage bushy growth by pinching off flower buds. Pick the leaves often, from the top. Use them with pasta, vegetable dishes, soups, salads, and oils or vinegars.
Chive, a perennial, grows 12 to 24 inches tall in moist soil. Harvest the hollow, grasslike leaves in the spring by snipping them close to the ground; they will soon grow back. Chives enliven rice, cheese dishes, eggs, vegetable dishes, dressings, sauces, and dips.
Cilantro/Coriander, an annual, grows 6 to 30 inches tall in light soil and full sun to partial shade. Pick the leaves (cilantro) sparingly when the plant stands 4 to 6 inches tall. Pick the aromatic seeds (coriander) when they ripen. Use leaves and flowers raw in salads and cold vegetable dishes, and the seeds in pastries, custards, confections, and meat dishes.
Dill, an annual or biennial, grows 2 to 3 feet tall. Harvest the leaves when the flowers begin to open; collect the seed heads when they are dry and brown. Use the leaves with soups, seafood, salads, green beans, potato dishes, cheese, and sauces, and the seeds for pickles.
Mint, a perennial, grows 1 to 3 feet tall in moist soil and partial shade. (Mints can be invasive. To prevent spreading, plant them in pots.) Harvest young sprigs and leaves frequently for a bushy plant. Use fresh or dry leaves and stems with roast lamb or fish and in salads, jellies, or teas.
Oregano, a tender perennial, grows 1 to 2 feet tall and tolerates poor soil. Harvest leaves when young and use in any tomato dish. Try it also with beans, mushroom dishes, potatoes, and summer squashes, or in a marinade for lamb or game.
Parsley, a biennial, grows 12 to 30 inches tall in partial shades. Leaves can be curly or flat, depending on the variety. Cut or pinch the leaves as needed. Use fresh in soups, salads, and sauces or as garnish for anything.
Rosemary, a tender perennial, grows 4 to 6 feet tall in neutral to slightly acidic soil. Gather leaves and sprigs as needed for use with vegetables or in lamb, poultry, and tomato dishes; breads and custards; and soups and stews.
Sage, a perennial, grows 1 to 3 feet tall in well-drained soil. Pick the leaves as needed for use in soups, salads, stuffings, cheese dishes, and pickles. Its strong flavor makes it excellent for salt-free cooking.
Thyme, a perennial, grows 12 to 18 inches tall in well-drained soil and full sun to partial shade. Harvest the tops of the plants when they are in full leaf. Use the leaves, fresh or dried, in casseroles, stews, soups, and ragouts, and with fish, potatoes, green vegetables, and eggs.
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The Old Farmer’s Almanac for April 6: GROWING HERBS IN THE GARDEN
GROWING HERBS IN THE GARDEN
Growing herbs in containers or a small space is so easy—and who likes paying for a package of herbs from the grocery store every time you need a few sprigs or leaves.
If the meals at your house have been a little bland, fresh herbs can make a huge difference in flavor; they are considered the mark of a serious cook and are essential ingredients in many culinary classics.
In late spring, garden centers offer a wide selection of herb plants making it easy for you to start an instant herb garden. Or, many annual herbs like dill or cilantro are easy to grow from seed. Having trouble deciding what to grow? Take a look in your cupboard and start with the herbs you already like to use. Once you have become a seasoning pro, you can branch out and add some new herbs to your repertoire.
BEST HERBS TO GROW
Annual herbs such as dill, basil, cilantro, and summer savory are easy to grow from seed. The plants last for one season only so grow plenty of extra to dry or freeze for use over the winter. Once you get used to their flavors you won’t want to cook without them.
Biennial herbs such as parsley and caraway can be started from seed also. They will grow well the first year and come back the second year when they will bloom and set seeds. Then the original plants will die.
Perennial herbs include Greek oregano, thyme, sage, winter savory, chives, and mint. Once established in your garden these plants will increase in size and come back every year.
Tender perennial plants such as tarragon, rosemary, and stevia need to be grown in pots so they can spend the winter indoors. Put the pots outside as soon as the weather warms in the spring.
It is fine to have your herbs scattered throughout the landscape—many are as attractive as they are useful—but it is easier for you to harvest them if they are all in one or two spots. You can spend a lot of time planning an elaborate herb garden if you like but you don’t have to. A sunny corner close to the kitchen door is an ideal location and will make it easier for you to step out and snip what you need for the meal you are making.
A small space is all you need to grow a gourmet herb garden but if space is really limited or even non-existent, culinary herbs grow well in containers. Use window boxes, hanging baskets, or a whiskey barrel to grow a mini-garden of kitchen herbs.
Even though I have large patches of culinary herbs in the garden, I always keep a hanging pot of rosemary, thyme, oregano, summer savory, and basil growing just outside the back door. Since it is so convenient I find myself using those herbs in my dishes more often and the fresh flavor makes a huge difference in my otherwise plain cooking. When the weather gets cold, I bring the pot indoors and keep it going in a sunny kitchen window. It doesn’t get much handier than that!
TIPS TO GROWING HERBS
Herbs are forgiving plants and will grow in less than ideal conditions.
- Drainage is the most important thing to consider since many herbs do not like wet feet.
- The soil does not have to be overly fertile. In fact, if herbs are over-fertilized they tend to be less flavorful.
- Most herbs grow best with at least six hours of sun a day.
- When planting, give the perennial herbs room to grow. It may look a little bare at first but they will expand to fill the space. Crowded plants compete with each other for nutrients and water and can be difficult to harvest. Air circulation is important for healthy growth, especially during humid weather.
- Herbs respond well to regular pruning and when you clip them often to use, you’ll be encouraging fresh new growth.
The season for bumper crops of fresh produce is approaching fast! Be ready by growing the herbs necessary to flavor your world and spice up your life!
ABOUT THIS BLOG
Get inspired by Robin Sweetser’s backyard gardening tips and tricks. Robin has been a contributor to The Old Farmer’s Almanac and the All-Seasons Garden Guide for many years. She and her partner Tom have a small greenhouse business and also sell plants, cut flowers, and vegetables at their local Farmer’s Market.
The Old Farmer’s Almanac for April 6th: STARTING SEEDS INDOORS
STARTING SEEDS INDOORS
WHEN TO START SEEDS INDOORS
Starting seeds properly can make or break your entire growing season! Here’s are some tips that include when to start seeds, which seeds to start indoors, and how to do it.
WHY START SEEDS INDOORS?
- Mainly, people start seeds indoors in order to get a jump on the gardening season. Doing so allows you to gain a few weeks of growing time, which can really matter in regions with short growing seasons.
- If you want to grow a lot of plants, buying packs of seeds is usually cheaper than buying young seedlings from the nursery.
- While some nursery plants are grown really nicely, others are poor quality. When you plant your own seeds, you have control over the way the baby is raised. This may be especially important if you are an organic gardener.
- Finally, there isn’t always a great selection of plants at nurseries. When you plant from seed, you have a much wider choice of varieties, tastes, and textures—and you can experiment with new ones, too.
WHICH SEEDS SHOULD YOU START INDOORS?
Consult the table below to see which crops are typically started indoors, which are typically started outdoors, and which can be variable. (Note that gardeners in warmer climates will be able to start more crops outdoors than gardeners in colder climates.)
| Start Indoors | Start Outdoors | Variable |
|---|---|---|
| Broccoli | Beets | Beans |
| Brussels Sprouts | Carrots | Celery |
| Cabbage | Corn | Kale |
| Cauliflower | Garlic | Spinach |
| Eggplant | Okra | |
| Lettuce | Onions | |
| Peppers | Peas | |
| Pumpkins | Parsnips | |
| Swiss Chard | Potatoes | |
| Tomatoes | Radishes | |
| Watermelons | Squash/Zucchini | |
| Sweet Potatoes |
BEFORE YOU START SEEDS
- Be seed-savvy. Obtain seed catalogs from several companies and compare their offering and prices. Some of the regional companies may carry varieties better suited to your area.
- Make a list of what you’d like to grow. A good rule-of-thumb is to imagine your garden one-quarter the size that it really is. This allows for good spacing practices! See Vegetable Gardening for Beginners for popular beginner vegetables.
- Prepare for some losses. Though it’s good not to plant too much for your garden space, it’s also good to assume that some of your seeds won’t germinate, or that they will inexplicably die off later. Plant a few extra, just in case.
- Consider a grow light if you start in late winter. Most veggies need 6 to 8 hours of direct sun, so it’s important to have a grow light if you are sowing your vegetable seeds indoors in late winter. A grow light will also keep your seedlings from getting too leggy. Learn more about using grow lights.
- Team up with a neighbor and share seeds if you have leftovers!
- Use clean containers. Most seed catalogs offer seedling flats, peat pots, and other growing containers, but egg carton compartments make good containers, too. Be sure to poke holes in the sides near the bottom of the containers you use in order to allow excess water to drain.
- Label your containers now! There’s nothing more frustrating than forgetting what you planted.
WHEN TO START SEEDS
- We’ll get right to the answer: Just check our Planting Calendar, which lists when to start your vegetables and herbs indoors. We’ve created a customized tool, based on your zip code!
- As a general rule, most annual vegetables should be sown indoors about 6 weeks before the last frost in your area.
- Don’t start your seeds too early, especially tomatoes. Wait until six weeks before your last frost date to start tomato seeds.
HOW TO START SEEDS
- Fill clean containers with a moistened potting mix made for seedlings. Use soilless peat moss and mix in equal parts vermiculite and perlite to hold enough water and allow oxygen to flow. Don’t use regular potting soil, as it may not be fine enough for seeds to root through properly. Pre-formed seed starters (such as Jiffy pellets) work well, too.
- Plant your seeds according to the seed packet. Most seeds can simply be gently pressed into the mixture; you can use the eraser end of a pencil to do so. When planting seeds, plant the largest seeds in the packet to get the best germination rate.
- Cover containers with plastic to keep them from drying out too quickly. Poke a few holes in the plastic with a toothpick for ventilation.
- Water newly started seeds carefully. A pitcher may let the water out too forcefully. A mist sprayer is gentle but can take a long time. Try using a meat-basting syringe (turkey baster), which will dispense the water effectively without causing too much soil disruption.
- When seedlings start to appear, remove the plastic and move containers into bright light.
- When the seedlings get their second pair of leaves, prepare individual pots filled with a potting mix with plenty of compost. Move the seedlings carefully to the new pots and water well. Keep seedlings out of direct sun for a few days, until they’ve had a chance to establish themselves in their new pots.
Things to Keep in Mind:
- You may have to soak, scratch, or chill seeds before planting, as directed on packet.
- Seeds sprout best at temperatures of 65 to 75°F (18 to 24°C).
- Find a place in the kitchen where there is natural bottom heat—on top of the refrigerator or near the oven are good spots. (Move the tray if the oven is on, as it may become too hot!)
- If you keep your seedlings next to a window, remember to rotate the containers every so often to keep the seedlings growing evenly. If you’re using a grow light, remember to raise it a few inches above the tallest seedling every couple of days.
MOVING SEEDLINGS OUTSIDE
Before transplanting seedlings to your garden, you’ll first need to do something called “hardening off.” This will prepare the seedlings for the harsh realities (i.e., climate) of the outside world!
- During their last week indoors, withhold fertilizer and add water less often.
- Seven to ten days before transplanting, set the seedlings outdoors in dappled shade that is protected from winds for a few hours each day, gradually increasing their exposure to full sun and windy conditions. This is the hardening-off period.
- Keep the soil moist at all times during this period. Dry air and spring breezes can result in rapid transpiration. If possible, transplant on overcast days or in the early morning, when the sun won’t be too harsh.
Watch our video on hardening off for more info:
After the hardening-off period, your seedlings are ready for transplanting. Here are a few tips:
- Set transplants into loose, well-aerated soil. Such soil will capture and retain moisture, drain well, and allow easy penetration by seedling roots.
- Soak the soil around new seedlings immediately after transplanting.
- Spread mulch to reduce soil moisture loss and to control weeds.
- To ensure the availability of phosphorus in the root zone of new transplants (phosphorus promotes strong root development), mix 2 tablespoons of a 15-30-15 starter fertilizer into a gallon of water (1 tablespoon for vining crops such as melons and cucumbers), and give each seedling a cup of the solution after transplanting.
The Old Farmer’s Almanac for April 6th: WHEN TO START SEEDS: NOT TOO EARLY!
WHEN TO START SEEDS: NOT TOO EARLY!
HOW TO KNOW WHEN TO START SEEDS
The seeds are rolling in, and if you are as eager to get the garden party started as I am, it is hard to refrain from starting them too early. When should you start your seedlings?
There is always some debate about when is the best time to start seeds indoors. If you plant seeds too early, you need to be prepared to keep potting them up into bigger pots.
Here in New Hampshire, I run a plant business with my partner and Memorial Day is usually our biggest weekend for selling plants. So, we gear our seed starting to have the plants looking their best then. As soon as I get my new calendar in January, I turn to May and mark Memorial Day weekend as our end date. Then, I number each Saturday back from there into February; 15 weeks is when we begin, and as the season gets busy, we even do some planting on Wednesday—hence the half weeks. As the seeds roll in we sort them by the number of weeks recommended on the packets.
Every location is different, but here’s an example of the way we plant:
- Week 15 – Gazania & calibrachoa. We want these plants to be blossoming by the end of May.
- Week 13 – Onions, shallots, and slow-germinating perennials.
- Week 12 – Petunias & ‘Profusion’ zinnias.
- Week 11 – Impatiens & more perennials.
- Week 10 – Parsley, thyme, coleus, last of the perennials.
- Week 9 – Eggplant, snapdragons, cleome, hollyhocks, dahlias.
- Week 8 1/2 – Peppers. We grow about 50 varieties, so they get a start day of their own.
- Week 8 – Cole crops, asters, stevia, salvias, nicotiana, and other slow to start annuals.
- Week 7 1/2 – Basil, cilantro & dill.
- Week 7 – Tomatoes. This is another marathon planting day, since we grow over 80 varieties.
- Week 6 – Marigolds, cosmos, zinnias, lettuce, and fast starting annuals. Vines are planted in individual peat pots so they don’t get their roots disturbed after they germinate.
- Weeks 4 & 5 – Cukes, squash, melons, and sunflowers (get started in individual pots instead of the community flats)
For your planting dates, look at your local last frost date and use that as your end date.
The Old Farmer’s Almanac has an online planting calendar based on your last frost date, which makes it really easy to figure out when to plant what.
BETTER LATE THAN NEVER (OR EARLY)
It is best to err on the side of caution if spring is usually slow to arrive where you live. To avoid having leggy weak transplants, it is better to sow seeds a little late than it is to sow them too early. Younger, vigorously growing transplants will make the transition to the garden much more successfully than spindly, overgrown ones.
Bear in mind that small seeds usually take a lot longer to germinate than big ones, but germination time is usually on the packet. There might be a few seeds that need special treatment before planting so look for that when you are sorting them. You don’t want to find out at planting time that the seeds needed a month in the fridge first. Been there, done that!
If you haven’t ordered your seeds yet, it’s not too late!
Also, are you using the Almanac’s Garden Planner tool? It’s amazing and free for the first week—enough time to plan out a garden and give it a go.
ABOUT THIS BLOG
Get inspired by Robin Sweetser’s backyard gardening tips and tricks. Robin has been a contributor to The Old Farmer’s Almanac and the All-Seasons Garden Guide for many years. She and her partner Tom have a small greenhouse business and also sell plants, cut flowers, and vegetables at their local Farmer’s Market.
Advice From A Butterfly
Symbolism of the Butterfly as a Spirit Animal
Your Animal Spirit Guide for April 6th is The Butterfly
Your Daily Witches Rune for April 6th is The Rings
Your Daily Witches Rune for Today
The Rings
Keywords: Love, relationships.
Meanings: The Rings is the rune of love and when it is the leading stone, it is a positive answer to your question. It is very much a rune of relationship and can indicate engagement, marriage or a new/renewed relationship. It can also indicate the need for a fresh approach to an existing relationship.
Your Daily Rune for Saturday, April 6th is Elhaz
Your Daily Rune for Today
Elhaz
Also known as: Algiz, Eoih, Elgr
Pronunciation: el-hahz
Letter sound: Z
Translation: protection, elk, sedge plant
Keywords: protection, defense, opportunity
Primary Themes Elhaz is the rune of defense and protection. Its shape is said to represent both the elk, with its imposing antlers, and the sedge plant, whose sharp leaves act as natural protection from would-be predators. Both images illustrate the power represented by this rune— a built-in protective force that discourages negative influences from affecting your personal experience.
Drawing Elhaz indicates that you are safe from danger and that there is no need to fear. However, don’t take the protective energy for granted by being reckless with your actions, as this rune does not mean that there is no danger present whatsoever. It simply means that as long as you remain alert and clear-minded and in touch with your intuition, you are headed for a positive outcome. Elhaz has also been interpreted as a symbol of reaching up to connect with the divine for support. By listening to your higher guidance, you will know which moves to make to stay out of harm’s way.
Magical Uses: Protection from negative energy and people, protection of property, strengthen friendships, astral communication
Runes for Beginners: A Guide to Reading Runes in Divination, Rune Magic, and the Meaning of the Elder Futhark RunesLisa Chamberlain
Shuffling the Cards, Your Influences for the Weekend of April 5th
Your Influences for the Weekend of April 5th
Tarot Influence
The Six of Wands Reversed
Success may be delayed. Be wary of accomplished enemies
Astrological Influence
Pisces
Pisces brings intelligence and perception to the forefront. This may be a time to rely more on serendipity than cold, hard facts.
Element Influence
Fire Reversed
Fire reversed denotes calamity that may be on a catastrophic level. Prepare to deal with changes you do not want.
Your Daily Erotic Tarot Card for April 6th is The World
Your Daily Erotic Tarot Card for the Day
The World
You have the World at your fingertips, so what are you afraid of? The World card shows that your sexual options are plentiful right now, but they can also be overwhelming. Too much of a good thing can turn bad quickly, so pick out your very best option and go with that. Be proud of your romantic conquests. You’re a worldly lover, and fully realizing your capabilities will put you over the top – in a good way.
Your Daily Tarot Love Card for April 6th is The Hermit
The Daily Tarot Love Card for Today
Your Daily Tarot Card for Saturday, April 6 is The World
The Daily Tarot Card for April 6th
The World
Keywords: goal, realization, expansion, world travel, fulfillment!
Astrological Correspondence: Saturn
The World card, regarded as the most fortunate card in the major arcane, is a symbol for all that we can accomplish on our path through life, for perfection, beauty, success, and public recognition. This is where the cycle ends and begins again. Happiness and wholeness are key elements that provide a sense of physical, emotional, and spiritual well-being. Signaling accomplishment and reaching of one’s goals, the World card makes us aware that in completing this cycle we are ready to embark on a new adventure. We are prepared and preparing for another journey with higher awareness, knowing that active engagement and service are called for. In a negative situation, this card can point to major obstacles in our path, to setbacks, to loose ends we have left untied as well as lack of commitment.
Get A Jump On Tomorrow, Your Daily Horoscopes for Sunday, April 7th
Moon Alert
We have the “all clear” today to shop and do business. The Moon is in Taurus.
Aries (March 21-April 19)
This is an excellent day for research, especially something to do with your earnings or perhaps a possession that you own. You might choose to work alone or behind the scenes but you will definitely want practical results for your efforts. You will be thrifty and wise.
Taurus (April 20-May 20)
Today the Moon is in your sign dancing with stern Saturn, which is a strong hit of realism for you. You will be concerned with how things are and how they work. Do not hesitate to take the advice of someone else who has more experience. Why not?
Gemini (May 21-June 20)
Discussions with bosses and parents will be practical today and because of this, theses talks will yield results. In their eyes, you appear sensible, practical and reliable. (Do nothing to dissuade them of this notion.) This is a good day to ask for permission or approval from any authority figure.
Cancer (June 21-July 22)
This is a fabulous day to study because you have concentration, focus, and the patience necessary to crack those books. If there’s something you want to learn, get down to it. You might encounter someone older, more experienced or a guru-like figure or a teacher. Learn whatever you can.
Leo (July 23-Aug. 22)
This will be a productive day if you deal with red-tape details regarding wills, inheritances, taxes, debt and anything to do with shared property. You’re in the right frame of mind to do this sort of thing, which on other days, you might avoid like the plague. Get busy!
Virgo (Aug. 23-Sept. 22)
You are in a relatively serious frame of mind today, which is why you’re up for practical discussions with partners and close friends. Now is the time to address things like the division of labour. Who takes out the garbage? Or perhaps you want to discuss how to share expenses?
Libra (Sept. 23-Oct. 22)
You will be productive today because not only are you in the mood to work, you’re also in the mood to be orderly and practical. Whatever you do, you will do with care and precision, and you won’t avoid routine tasks or overlook details. You’re up for it!
Scorpio (Oct. 23-Nov. 21)
All accomplishments requires practice and honing one’s technique whether you are training for physical athletics, playing arpeggios on the piano or blue scales on a guitar. This is the perfect day to perfect your technique and do what is necessary to improve your skills.
Sagittarius (Nov. 22-Dec. 21)
This is perfect day to tackle home repairs and fix what needs to be done. Likewise, family discussions will be serious and oriented to practical matters either regarding your physical living space or the dynamics of your family.
Capricorn (Dec. 22-Jan. 19)
This is a good day for serious thinking and important concerns. You’re ready to deal with practical matters because it’s easy for you to keep your mind at work. Use this time to get better organized and to clarify issues with others.
Aquarius (Jan. 20-Feb. 18)
You will be financially reserved and cautious today because you don’t want to waste your money. If shopping, you will focus on buying long-lasting, practical items. This is a good day to seek out financial advice from someone older or more experienced.
Pisces (Feb. 19-March 20)
This is a great day to do research because you want practical results for your efforts. You’ll be careful in whatever you do and you won’t give up looking for answers and solutions. Your eye is sharp for those little pieces that stand out from the whole.
If Your Birthday Is Today
Actor Russell Crowe (1964) shares your birthday today. You are warmhearted, easy-going and sociable. This is why people find it easy to get along with you. This is a year of change, new opportunities and lots of fast action! Expect to encounter stimulating situations! Grab opportunities to travel and expand your world. Embrace change and explore new opportunities. Let your personal freedom be one of your goals this year.
Born on April 6, Happy Birthday Aries!
Happy Birthday Aries!
IF YOU ARE BORN ON APRIL 6, you are a great leader, and you love being in control. You have a eye for the small things. This attitude wins you dynamic positions in leadership with new and exciting opportunities.
The 6th April birthday personality, have a knack for solving problems as you like to get to the core. You have analytical thinking abilities that make you an ideal candidate for creating persuasive speeches.
If today April 6th is your birthday, every blue moon, you can be reckless. You are likely to be emotional and suffer with mood swings. You are torn sometimes as you may have an urge to do something totally different from the “norm.”
This is understandable as you attempt to find your purpose in life. Your outlook on life is a positive one and those born on this day recognize their need for personal growth.
The 6 April birthday horoscope also predicts that as your zodiac sign is Aries, your friends are extremely important to you. You will go out of your way to help someone you care about.
You are a strong Arian that has a big heart. You have the ability to laugh at yourself. That’s a rare talent for someone who is as serious as you.
The April 6th birthday meanings show that those born on this day are sexy and seductive individuals. You prefer to cuddle with someone rather than your pillow and a good book. Simply, you like being coupled with an affectionate and flirtatious mate. Your charm and wit make you a desirable partner.
Aries, you seek to resign yourself to a relationship that is romantic, fun and gives you a sense of security. Sometimes though, Aries, you can be a bit needy. This can turn some people away from you. Otherwise, you are particularly autonomous. On the other side, you will make someone a devoted and loving partner perhaps, committing yourself for life.
This Aries birthday person will maintain their own finances through a strict budget. However, you can be tempted to make an investment or two in property or vehicles. You have the best of both worlds by buying and selling items that you want to own as well as others. You buy but you don’t get attached as everything has its price.
Those born on this zodiac birthday April 6 are normally in great health. In fact, you are glowing in your healthy skin. You have a beautiful smile that light up your eyes. So when your body is out of whack, it shows on your face.
People notice a difference in your eyes. Your eyes are so very important. When was the last time you have an eye exam, Aries? Maybe it’s time to make an appointment. Those of you born on this birth day are susceptible to having impairments relating to the eyes.
Alternatively, the April 6 birthday personality should not keep emotions bottled up as it could affect how you feel physically. Your anger and negative feelings can be harmful if swallowed. Choose your battles carefully… it may not be yours to win or lose.
The April 6 birthday astrology also predicts that you can be emotional Arians. You recognize your need to branch out and try something new. You will go out of your way for friends you care about. In love, you like being romantic and coupled up on a rainy day. It’s important to you that you share your life with someone special.
You have analytical skills that could be used in various positions professionally. Your eyes are the mirrors to your soul. Your eyes beam with excitement and ultimately, become shadowed by doom and gloom. Either way, you should get regular exams.
Famous People And Celebrities Born On April 6
Merle Haggard, Marilu Henner, Olaf Kolzig, Barry Levinson, Fabrice Muamba, Bobbi Starr, Billy Dee Williams
This Day That Year – April 6 In History
1663 – The Carolina Charter is signed by King Charles II
1722 – The tax on men with beards brought to an end by Peter the Great
1869 – Celluloid, a plastic, is patented
1909 – In the US, the first credit union is established
1925 – British Air shows the first film on an airplane
April 6 Mesha Rashi (Vedic Moon Sign)
April 6 Chinese Zodiac DRAGON
April 6 Birthday Planet
Your ruling planet is Mars which symbolizes adventure, aggressiveness and impulsiveness.
April 6 Birthday Symbols
The Ram Is The Symbol For The Aries Zodiac Sign
April 6 Birthday Tarot Card
Your Birth Day Tarot Card is The Lovers. This card shows that some conflicting decisions need to be made with a calm mind. The Minor Arcana cards are Three of Wands and Queen of Wands
April 6 Birthday Compatibility
You are most compatible with people born under Zodiac Sign Sagittarius: This relationship will turn out to be an adventurous and exciting love match.
You are not compatible with people born under Zodiac Sign Libra: A relationship that has nothing in common and will survive only on the basis of excellent understanding.
April 6 Lucky Numbers
Number 6 – This number stands for harmony, conscientiousness, service and unselfishness.
Number 1 – This number symbolizes authority, will-power, passion and intuition.
Lucky Colors For April 6 Birthday
Green: This is a color that represents balance, peace and growth.
Pink: This colour stands for wisdom, love, innocence and tenderness.
Lucky Days For April 6 Birthday
Tuesday – This weekday is ruled by Mars. It is a good day to overcome serious issues that have blocked your success.
Friday – This day is ruled by Venus. It is symbolic of finding harmonious solutions to relationship issues.
April 6 Birthstone Diamond
Diamond gemstone is said to intensify your energy and is a symbol of commitment in relationships.
Ideal Zodiac Birthday Gifts For People Born On The 6th Of April:
Tickets for the next Super Bowl game for the Aries man and assorted makeup products for the woman.
Your Daily Horoscopes for Saturday, April 6th
Moon Alert
After 9:30 AM EDT today (6:30 AM PDT), we have the “all clear” to shop and do business. The Moon is in Taurus.
Aries (March 21-April 19)
Keep an eye on your finances today because something unexpected will impact your wealth in a major or minor way. You might find money; you might lose money. Something you own might be lost, stolen or damaged. You might have a brilliant moneymaking idea – or not.
Taurus (April 20-May 20)
Today you feel impulsive and tempted to act rashly. Your moods are changing rapidly, which will make you as surprised as everyone else. (You might be euphoric and depressed all before noon.) The best way to handle this is to do nothing. Ya think? Be smart and be safe.
Gemini (May 21-June 20)
You feel a bit on edge today – restless and nervous. Be aware that you might be sending out signals to others that you want to be left alone. There’s a tendency to look on the dark side of things today and be fearful or pessimistic. Lighten up. It’s always darkest before it gets pitch black.
Cancer (June 21-July 22)
You might meet a real character today, someone who is unusual, avant-garde or bohemian. Or perhaps, someone you already know will do something that amazes you. A member of a group might say something or make a proposal that is surprising. Be cool.
Leo (July 23-Aug. 22)
Relations with parents and bosses are unpredictable today. They might say or do something that catches you off guard. (This is a brief zinger, so for sure, do not quit your day job.) Don’t overreact. Do as little as possible and conceal your surprise. (Unless of course, you are the surprise.)
Virgo (Aug. 23-Sept. 22)
Travel plans will change today, almost certainly. Be prepared for this. Double check all details if you are travelling to make sure that everything is still on schedule. Allow extra time to deal with the unexpected. Expect cancellations, delays or the sudden need to travel.
Libra (Sept. 23-Oct. 22)
Stay on top of matters related to banking, inheritances, wills, taxes and debt because something unexpected could impact these areas and possibly cost you money if you’re unaware of it. Stay informed. Whatever happens will have a brief window, which means you have to act swiftly.
Scorpio (Oct. 23-Nov. 21)
Quite likely, a partner or close friend will throw you a curveball today and you will be surprised. They might demand more freedom in the relationship? They might want some changes? You might be introduced to someone who is different and unusual. Stay on course.
Sagittarius (Nov. 22-Dec. 21)
Expect interruptions to your job today due to machinery breakdowns, problems with equipment, computer crashes, staff shortages, fire drills or unexpected delays. Give yourself extra time so that you have wiggle room to cope with these delays. It’s the only thing to do.
Capricorn (Dec. 22-Jan. 19)
Capricorn parents should be extra vigilant today because this is an accident-prone day for your kids. Meanwhile, social engagements might be suddenly cancelled, delayed or changed. Conversely, you might receive an unexpected invitation to something. Wow!
Aquarius (Jan. 20-Feb. 18)
Small appliances might break down at home today or minor breakages could occur. Someone unexpected could appear at your front door; or perhaps a family member has surprising news? Brace yourself for the unexpected. Don’t be in a rush. And don’t squat with your spurs on.
Pisces (Feb. 19-March 20)
This is an accident-prone day for you so pay attention to everything you say and do. Be alert. (The world needs more lerts.) Think before you speak and guard against knee-jerk reactions. You might hear surprising news from siblings, relatives and neighbours.
If Your Birthday Is Today
Actor Paul Rudd (1969) shares your birthday today. You are imaginative, creative and adventurous. You like to set goals. Finally, all your hard work is starting to pay off! Now you can begin to simplify your life and channel your energy to build solid foundations. Work with purpose. Physical exercise will be important this year. Explore yoga, martial arts or jogging — any physical discipline that you enjoy.
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HOW TO HARNESS THE MOON: ZODIAC TIPS FOR EVERY SIGN
HOW TO HARNESS THE MOON: ZODIAC TIPS FOR EVERY SIGN
For centuries, ancient and indigenous cultures have harnessed the power of the moon cycles in their rituals and routines.
We’ve all heard the term “lunatic.” Relating to “luna,” this reference comes from the idea that people act out in bizarre ways when there is a full moon. The lore goes like this: because the phases of the moon control the tides, and our bodies are made of mostly water, the energies have an irrevocable impact on human behavior.
The two most potent times of the month are during the new and full moon. During the new moon, the sky fades to darkness. It is a time to plant seeds, develop a vision, and ground oneself. During the full moon, the light is brightest, and the moon is at its strongest gravitational pull. It is a time to take action, and also to observe how far we are on the goals we have made since the new moon.
Below are suggestions for how you can best harness the energy of the full and new moon, based on your Zodiac sign.
ARIES
NEW MOON: Articulate your desires. Because Aries are so thought-driven and mindful, it is more common to find an Aries reading other people’s ideas than documenting their own. The best way to gain clarity on your goals and what you want moving forward is to express yourself in a way that you don’t always feel comfortable doing.
FULL MOON: Listen to feedback. Aries are leaders, but they can also have a “know-it-all” dark side to them as well. The best way to gauge how well you are doing is to truly take in feedback, to listen to what other people are saying and how they are responding to you.
TAURUS
NEW MOON: Let yourself be “unpresentable.” What holds a Taurus back is their need for things to seem “perfect” all the time. If you want to build something new in your life, start with a blank slate. Begin by letting the night of the new moon represent a shedding for you, a moment that reveals your true, core self. In connecting with that place, you will be able to then make choices that better align with it. Perhaps this means not wearing makeup, or being transparent about a difficult part of your life with someone close to you.
FULL MOON: Paint your visions with a group of friends. A Taurus is so driven by visuals that the best way to choose what they want to manifest is by doing something that is just that. However, what trips a Taurus up is needing their lives to seem too perfect, that’s where being around friends comes in. Show people your process, share your dreams, share what you fear. The process will empower you by humbling you.
GEMINI
NEW MOON: Take yourself on a date, and think about what you want to create next in your life. Because it is your instinct to want to connect with people as often as you can, often it’s easy for you to forget that at the end of the day, you need to affirm yourself, you need to be there for yourself, and you need to believe in yourself. Developing this aspect of you will actually help you harness your inner power, and feel less reliant on other people.
FULL MOON: Dance alone, in the dark. You need to completely allow your energy to course through you without judging it, trying to change it, or wondering what other people think. You should turn off the lights in your house, put on your favorite song, and just move as you feel called to. Give yourself some time to warm up, and then connect with your untapped energy potential. It’s calling for your attention.
CANCER
NEW MOON: Create a playlist that makes you feel the way you wantto feel. Do you want to experience more joy in your life? Do you want to feel safe enough to mourn or grieve the loss of something? Do you want to feel excited, at ease, or happier? Whatever it may be, use the power of your raw emotions to channel it. Work on evoking them through sound.
FULL MOON: Try to meditate outside. During the full moon, your emotions are going to be at an absolute peak, which means that you may not be able to think very clearly, or really evaluate how you are doing in terms of the progression of your goals. What matters most for you right now is your ability to ground yourself. Do so by being in nature.
LEO
NEW MOON: Write a letter to your future self. Leos are so driven by their sense of self, the best way to set intentions is for them to talk to… themselves. Try writing a letter to your future self about how you feel right now, what you hope they are doing, and what you want them to learn from what they have experienced.
FULL MOON: WNow, on the full moon, flip the exercise and write a letter to your past self. Nothing will help you evaluate how you’re doing in life better than identifying how you’ve grown as a person. Seeing how far you’ve come is your motivation, let it fuel you at this time.
VIRGO
NEW MOON: Donate some clothes you don’t wear. This is a symbolic act for a Virgo, who is both a humanitarian at heart yet someone who struggles to let go in their personal life. Start by releasing some belongings in your space, and giving them to other people who would love and appreciate them. The act of doing so will help you set the intention of moving on, and focusing on what you can give the world.
FULL MOON: Meditate with crystals. Virgo’s are the low-key adventurers of the Zodiac. It usually eludes people, but Virgos are typically very interested in anything that seems unique and different than the “norm.” Perhaps try clearing your mind and focusing on the next steps you want to take with the aide of something you haven’t tried before.
LIBRA
NEW MOON: Throw out whatever is keeping you off-balance. If your closet is messy, organize it. You know that junk drawer that’s been frustrating you? Clean it out. Wipe down your surfaces, light some incense, and just be in your space. A Libra can only feel at peace if their life is in balance. Sure, there’s no way to fix everything in a single night, but given how aesthetically-oriented Libras are, starting the moon cycle with a clean, blank slate is an amazing way to start.
FULL MOON: Write a list of intentions. Make a bullet point list of things that you want to have or experience in your life. If writing isn’t your thing, maybe make a new board on Pinterest, or cut out photos from a magazine and then make a collage. Keep these things in a place where you can see them often.
SCORPIO
NEW MOON: Open up to your best friend about what’s really on your mind. The way a Scorpio’s thoughts start to rule their lives is when they are left to fester in the dark. By shedding light on the irrational worries, jealousies and fears you have been carrying around, you will be freed to start imagining what you’d like to experience next.
FULL MOON: Put yourself out there. Go on a first date. Apply for a new job, or work on your résumé. Write some new music. Look for the dog you want to adopt. Take a single action step toward what you really want to be doing, but often feel too afraid to actually start doing. Use the full moon’s energy to help propel you forward.
SAGITTARIUS
NEW MOON: Go for a hike. As the adventurer of the Zodiac, the best way to clear your mind and press the “restart” button is to go be outside in nature, and reconnect to your roots. Exploring new, uncharted ground is exactly what you need to do to plant seeds of more adventure and experience in your life.
FULL MOON: Start your new project. Whatever it is that you really, really want to be doing, whether it’s for work, travel or in your relationships, use the full moon to begin taking steps toward what you want, and put all of your self-doubt and second thoughts aside. You’re risk-averse because you’re a logical person, but you’re also at odds with yourself often because you crave that aforementioned adventure. Defy your logic just for one night… see where it takes you.
CAPRICORN
NEW MOON: Be honest about what’s not working in your life. Of everyone, Capricorns have the hardest time admitting when they are on the wrong path (at the wrong job, in the wrong relationship, etc.). And that causes them a lot of unnecessary stress, hanging on past the expiration date. Know that admitting what isn’t working doesn’t mean you’re a failure, it means you’re ready to move onto something else.
FULL MOON: Be honest about what is. Are you succeeding in some aspect of your job, do you have a friend who you think could be a potential partner, do you know that you need to return to a field you have expertise in, but you aren’t ready to take the dive? The flip side of admitting what’s not going well in your life is acknowledging what is. That’s what will truly clear your slate and move you forward.
AQUARIUS
NEW MOON: Make amends. In your endless pursuit of greatness, it’s very possible that you’ve lost some friends, haven’t always valued your relationships, and have come across as brash now and again. Maybe you don’t need to directly apologize to someone, but set your intentions for the new cycle by connecting with people in a genuine way. Do not forge that you need others to make your dreams come true. You cannot do everything yourself.
FULL MOON: Take an action step toward your most unrealistic goal. You are notorious for being an outrageously big-picture thinker, and often other people talk you out of your ambitions by encouraging you to be more realistic. Use the energy of the moon to see whether or not you can make those big ideas a reality. This is the time to try.
PISCES
NEW MOON: Watch a movie that makes you cry. No matter what it is that you need to let go of, whether it’s an old relationship you can’t admit you still care about, the feelings of other people you empathize with far too much, or even just your own lingering self-doubt, set up some time to let yourself have a complete emotional release, even if you have to trigger it with your favorite sad romantic drama. Don’t beat yourself up for needing a night to just feel what you’re feeling.
FULL MOON: Write a poem, or whatever form of art most speaks to you. As the creative kings and queens of the Zodiac, your energy is best spent in any kind of creative endeavor. Challenge yourself to be even more honest and expressive than you’ve been before, and perhaps to share your work with someone that you never have before. Your gift is in what you can create for the world – work on doing so more proficiently.
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