Daily Horoscopes for Thursday, August 30

We return to the rational world today after yesterday’s deep dive into the realm of emotions. The conceptual Aquarius Moon harmonizes with strict Saturn, tightly binding our thoughts to reality. But an awkward alignment between the Sun and quirky Uranus makes it difficult to trust the facts. We’re rescued from our own thoughts by the Moon’s shift into psychic Pisces at 6:30 pm EDT when intuition and imagination replace logical analysis.

 

Aries Horoscope
Aries Horoscope (Mar 21 – Apr 19)

You might not be able to express your feelings easily today, yet you’re very clear about your position. You have a responsibility to a group of people, family or work associates, and you believe that you should withhold your personal perspective for the good of everyone involved. This discretion is a smart move and others will appreciate your self-restraint. Just be sure to stay in touch with your emotions even if you keep them to yourself now.

Taurus Horoscope
Taurus Horoscope (Apr 20 – May 20)

You’re normally capable of staying calm in a tough situation, but this detachment could lead to an emotional storm later if intense feelings finally overflow their banks. This could be one of those times when inconsequential matters provoke strong responses that are out of proportion with the current events. Look within to find the true source of your angst before making an unnecessary scene.

Gemini Horoscope
Gemini Horoscope (May 21 – Jun 20)

Your senses are extra sharp today, giving you the ability to apply logic to a complex set of circumstances. You’re able to see beneath the surface and understand why things are the way they are as long as you don’t jump to a conclusion without considering the facts. Ineffective arguments cannot stand up to your mental acuity now, so strip away the fluff and go for the core issues. The right words hold the power to make real changes.

Cancer Horoscope
Cancer Horoscope (June 21 – Jul 22)

A sharp word can be piercing today, quickly stimulating an old emotional wound. Thankfully, this criticism could be a healing experience if the source is someone you trust. Acknowledging the pain frees you from its grip, providing that you are really ready to let go. It’s natural to hold on to the past, but sometimes the price is too high. You have much to gain if you can listen with a flexible mind and an open heart.

Leo Horoscope
Leo Horoscope (Jul 23 – Aug 22)

Your power of persuasion is quite strong today. Fortunately, you can convince anyone of almost anything if you have your story in order, along with all the facts. It’s the combination of precision and passion that puts you over the top. Rehearse your presentation if you must, but get it right the very first time because you may not get a second chance.

Virgo Horoscope
Virgo Horoscope (Aug 23 – Sep 22)

There is a delicate balance between clearly stating your position and coming across as being overly critical. Pick the right situations to express yourself so you can avoid the need to correct any social errors. However, even if you believe you’re being helpful today, others may feel attacked. A little diplomacy and tact goes a long way to soothe fragile nerves.

Libra Horoscope
Libra Horoscope (Sep 23 – Oct 22)

You’re in a rather playful mood today, ready to toss out an occasional flippant remark. But be careful with the teasing because others may not get your jokes. You’re exceptionally creative now, so you might want to go back to a project you recently set aside and make a few more adjustments. You have a good sense of what to keep and what to purge, enabling you to turn a rough idea into a polished product.

Scorpio Horoscope
Scorpio Horoscope (Oct 23 – Nov 21)

The key to your current success now is in understanding your priorities. Luckily, you should have a keen sense of which projects need your attention at this time, so cut through the clutter and get to the essentials as quickly as possible. However, communicating your message to others requires clarity and patience. Don’t expect anyone to work effectively without precise instructions. Take your time and say exactly what you mean to get the job done right.

Sagittarius Horoscope
Sagittarius Horoscope (Nov 22 – Dec 21)

Your imagination is often so filled with big ideas that it’s difficult to know which ones are most relevant. You may feel pressured to make a choice today and, fortunately, the sense of urgency works in your favor by forcing you to get off the fence. Nevertheless, it’s still hard to pick one path over all the other possibilities. Instead of getting lost in endless analysis now, trust your intuition.

Capricorn Horoscope
Capricorn Horoscope (Dec 22 – Jan 19)

Being cynical can be a curse because you tend to take a negative view that rules out a great number of possibilities. However, healthy skepticism brings you the ability to see the differences between empty promises and real prospects. An idea that you recently rejected may seem useful today, even if it makes you feel uncomfortable. Push past your personal preferences to find the deeper truth.

Aquarius Horoscope
Aquarius Horoscope (Jan 20 – Feb 18)

The Moon in your sign increases your mental fortitude. You can use intellectual force combined with your power of intent to get what you want. However, you might become so passionate in your beliefs now that you ignore others, refusing to listen to what’s being said. Don’t fall prey to thinking that you know more about the truth than anyone else does. Use your imagination today along with your intelligence.

Pisces Horoscope
Pisces Horoscope (Feb 19 – Mar 20)

Usually, you feel honored when people trust you enough to tell you their secrets. However, your knowledge of sensitive information can become problematic today. It’s difficult to know how much to keep to yourself and what can be shared now on a need-to-know basis. Telling secrets has tremendous power to help or to hinder. Nurture those you love by considering their needs before saying something you might later regret.

Daily Horoscopes for Tuesday, August 28

We attempt to keep the lid on reality today with the Moon in conservative Capricorn, but things get strange when she shifts into eccentric Aquarius at 1:38 pm EDT. Meanwhile, shocking Uranus is activated by Mercury, Venus and Mars, triggering new ideas, as if lightning is striking within our brains. Still, it’s difficult to stay emotionally detached, even if we try to maintain objectivity. More is happening than meets the watchful eye.

 

Aries Horoscope
Aries Horoscope (Mar 21 – Apr 19)

Your life seems to grow crazier today, as if everything hasn’t been weird enough already. You have a lot to do now, but others may not realize exactly how much you have on your plate. The good news is that you can compress time and accomplish a lot, especially when the pressure builds. Try to set a manageable pace for yourself, even if it’s difficult to stick with your original plan.

Taurus Horoscope
Taurus Horoscope (Apr 20 – May 20)

You are in a stressful frame of mind today and things that are usually fun and easy may become the source of anxiety. You might do better if you are willing to let go of your preconceived agenda and roll with the incoming waves of emotional intensity. An unexpected event could be a signal that something is off-kilter. If anything goes wrong now try to understand the deeper message. Staying open to change allows you to make the most of the present moment.

Gemini Horoscope
Gemini Horoscope (May 21 – Jun 20)

Circumstances grow more intense as you are pulled in multiple directions. You want to keep your attention on a specific task today, but chances are that you might be easily distracted. However, you may not be able to resist the temptation. Just remember to put yourself back on track as soon as you realize what has happened. Making the necessary adjustments throughout the day enables you to rise above the noise and reach your goals.

Cancer Horoscope
Cancer Horoscope (June 21 – Jul 22)

You have an innate sense of knowing when the emotional tides are changing. You can feel it in your stomach; you just know something’s going on. Although your tendency now may be to say too much rather than too little, there are things that must be brought out into the light of day. Speak as kindly and respectfully as possible. Playing the guilt card won’t improve the situation.

Leo Horoscope
Leo Horoscope (Jul 23 – Aug 22)

You are experiencing a metaphorical changing of the guard; one phase is over yet the next one hasn’t yet begun. In this time of being in between worlds, you have an opportunity to react to the circumstances as they unfold, without being anchored down by your own emotional baggage. Take the developments in your life slowly, for they are important ones and you really need to respond in a thoughtful manner.

Virgo Horoscope
Virgo Horoscope (Aug 23 – Sep 22)

Things seem to be getting better today, but the final outcome depends totally upon you. It’s good news if you’re willing to let go of people or things that no longer serve a meaningful purpose. It’s also time to say goodbye to those aspects of your personality that impede your progress. Bring whatever makes you feel tense to the surface so you can deal with it out in the open once and for all.

Libra Horoscope
Libra Horoscope (Sep 23 – Oct 22)

If someone seems erratic to you today, remember that you’re the one being zapped by unpredictable Uranus. Anything that happens out of the blue now is pointing the way to hidden stress that needs to be released. Even if things seem crazy, it’s time to take a serious look at your personal and professional relationships. Don’t stand in the way of change. Be bold and stir up anything that feels stuck so that you can break free from old patterns.

Scorpio Horoscope
Scorpio Horoscope (Oct 23 – Nov 21)

Your nervous system is buzzing today. You may feel as if you’re trying to choose between wanting to participate in a group project and needing your personal freedom. However, it’s exciting to be involved with something larger than your individual interests. Allow yourself to experience the energy of sudden change rather than attempting to avoid it. You will feel revitalized when the edginess settles down tomorrow.

Sagittarius Horoscope
Sagittarius Horoscope (Nov 22 – Dec 21)

Unexpected romantic conflict might surface today and have impact on other areas of your life. If there are relationship tensions brewing now, this is a time when they may suddenly blast into your awareness. But you aren’t eager to show your vulnerability. Although this emotional exposure could be unpleasant at first, it’s catalytic and certainly can lead to positive change. Clearing the air opens the doors for amazing opportunities to follow.

Capricorn Horoscope
Capricorn Horoscope (Dec 22 – Jan 19)

You are attracted to a wide variety of new ideas during this topsy-turvy time. Something that you might have judged negatively during another period in your life now makes total sense. You are becoming more aware of innovative concepts that are normally outside of your comfort zone. If you allow yourself to entertain intellectual possibilities today, exciting experiences could follow. Let yourself experience the buzz, even if you choose not to act on it.

Aquarius Horoscope
Aquarius Horoscope (Jan 20 – Feb 18)

You feed off of the energy of a group, but you don’t actually feel as if you’re part of it. Sometimes, when others are stressed you are just excited about the potential. You need to stay open to big changes now because things will only grow more unstable if you try to hold on to the safety of old habits and structures. Let go of those things that are holding you back to make the upcoming transition as smooth as possible.

Pisces Horoscope
Pisces Horoscope (Feb 19 – Mar 20)

It’s time to expect the unexpected, even if you are comfortably settled into a relationship. Of course, knowing how to second-guess what’s around the corner remains a mystery. Your need for freedom of expression is strong now, so anything can happen. If you have tied your future to a narrow band of expectations, then you could be in for an abrupt surprise. But if you remain open to new possibilities, today’s awakening can carry you along toward your destination in life.

Element of Air: Symbols and Associations

Element of Air

Symbols and Associations

Air has the qualities of coolness and dryness and associations with breath, life and communication. In astrology, Air rules the Zodiac signs Aquarius, Gemini and Libra. People born under the Air signs think, communicate, analyze and theorize. They love freedom, truth and justice and have the ability to change circumstances with amazing speed. As thinkers, they rely on rationality rather than on intuition or emotions. Their philosophical approach to any situation allows them to endure harships. Air signs can tolerate almost any circumstance, as long as there is a rational explanation for it. They have great leadership capabilities, with a reputation of being fair. Interested in almost everything, they are lifelong students.

The Element of Air becomes a negative one when Air folks require family and friends to uphold the same standards they live by. Air people cannot understand why everyone does not think and act as they do. They they make a mistake, they tend to rationalize instead of using the situation as a learning experience. They are devoted to abstract idea and have difficulty making decisions, making them sometimes exasperating to work with . In addition, they tend to procrastinate.

Your Horoscope Bird of Power

Your Horoscope Bird of Power

By Annie B. Bond

Ever wish you could fly? Your sun sign is traditionally associated with  different birds that can carry messages to the Great Spirit for you, offer  spirit-support and healing, or sing a song for your soul.

Find out which birds are your horoscope birds of power here.

Aries, March 21-April 19: Vulture, magpie, robin.

Taurus, April 20-May 21: Dove, sparrow, swan.

Gemini, May 22-June 20: Parrot, linnet, eagle, finch.

Cancer, June 21-July 22: Seagull, owl, white peacock.

Leo, July 23- Aug. 22: Peacock, rooster, eagle.

Virgo, Aug. 23-Sept. 22: Rooster, magpie, parrot.

Libra, Sept. 23-Oct. 22: Dove, swan, sparrow.

Scorpio, Oct. 23-Nov. 21: Eagle, vulture.

Sagittarius, Nov. 22-Dec. 21: Eagle, peacock, bird of paradise.

Capricorn, Dec. 22-Jan. 19: Owl, falcon.

Aquarius, Jan. 20-Feb. 18: Cuckoo, albatross.

Pisces, Feb. 19-March 20: Swan, stork, sandpiper.

Your Charm for August 18 is Aquarius, The Water-Bearer

Your Charm for August 18th

Aquarius, The Water-Bearer

General Description: Eleventh sign of the Zodiac, Jan 20th to Feb 19th. Ruling planet Uranus; correct metal lead. Those bon under the influence of the Aquarius were supposed to be intelligent, of strong will power, restless, inventive, deep thinkers, artistic and caution in money matters. The Aquarius gems are Garnet and Hyacinth. The Garnet, thought India and Persia, was a favorite amulet against plague and poison, also worn to attract cheerfulness and good health. In the middle ages used as a charm to protect against all inflammatory disease and to ensure happiness. It was also supposed to warn its wearer of approaching peril and danger.

Your Horoscope Bird of Power

Your Horoscope Bird of Power

  • Annie B. Bond

Ever wish you could fly? Your sun sign is traditionally associated with  different birds that can carry messages to the Great Spirit for you, offer  spirit-support and healing, or sing a song for your soul.

Find out which birds are your horoscope birds of power here.

Aries, March 21-April 19: Vulture, magpie, robin.

Taurus, April 20-May 21: Dove, sparrow, swan.

Gemini, May 22-June 20: Parrot, linnet, eagle, finch.

Cancer, June 21-July 22: Seagull, owl, white peacock.

Leo, July 23- Aug. 22: Peacock, rooster, eagle.

Virgo, Aug. 23-Sept. 22: Rooster, magpie, parrot.

Libra, Sept. 23-Oct. 22: Dove, swan, sparrow.

Scorpio, Oct. 23-Nov. 21: Eagle, vulture.

Sagittarius, Nov. 22-Dec. 21: Eagle, peacock, bird of paradise.

Capricorn, Dec. 22-Jan. 19: Owl, falcon.

Aquarius, Jan. 20-Feb. 18: Cuckoo, albatross.

Pisces, Feb. 19-March 20: Swan, stork, sandpiper.

Inspired by Earth Magic, by Claire Nahmad (Inner Traditions,  1994).