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May 25, 2005
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FREE WILL ASTROLOGY
Week beginning May 26
Copyright 2005 by Rob Brezsny
http://www.freewillastrology.com
Grammar key: Asterisks equal *italics*
ARIES (March 21-April 19): A judge in Los Angeles was peeved when a
potential juror let out a loud yawn during the jury selection process. "I'm
sorry, but I'm really bored," the man confessed. The judge found him in
contempt and fined him $100. Similarly, Aries, the universe will find you in
contempt if you let yourself get sucked into activities that dull your
senses, shut down your curiosity, or numb your lust for life. This week it's
your sacred duty to seek out only the most interesting stimuli.
TAURUS (April 20-May 20): Most towns in Ghana have no street names,
and the houses have no numbers. It's hard to find where people live if
you've never visited them before. This is a good metaphor for an issue I
want to bring to your attention, Taurus. There's a certain part of your life
that has never been mapped, let alone organized. And yet it's not at all
wild; in fact, it's like a bustling village where the streets have no names.
It's high time you brought some order and discipline to this place.
GEMINI (May 21-June 20): Film actor Gianni Russo, best known for his
portrayal of wise guys, has fathered 11 children with 10 different women.
He'll be both your role model and anti-role model in the coming weeks,
Gemini. Like him, your fertility will be abundant. Unlike him, you should
focus this huge gift with precision and discrimination. Please don't work
on any more than two brainchildren at a time.
CANCER (June 21-July 22): Research on newly discovered fragments of
ancient New Testament texts reveals that Christian fundamentalists have
been working under an erroneous assumption. The number of the Beast is
not 666, as right-wing prophets of the apocalypse have long believed.
The correct figure is actually 616. I mention this, Cancerian, because your
ideas about enemies and evil are also about to undergo a revision. Freed
from an illusion, you will at first be sad, then relieved, then confused, then
elated.
LEO (July 23-Aug. 22): I have a dream that in the New World, everyone
will be paid in direct proportion to how much beauty they create. There'll
be an affirmative action program that ultimately makes most of us
celebrities. Buddhist real estate developers will build a chain of sacred
shopping centers in the heartland. The CEOs of the richest companies will
be required by law to enjoy once-a-week sessions with Jungian
psychotherapists. In the New World, April Fool's Day will come once a
month. There'll be scientific horoscopes and mystical logic. Every one of
us will have at least one imaginary friend. Compassion will be an
aphrodisiac. Pioneers in artificial intelligence will develop computers that
can talk to God. That's my vision of the New World, Leo. What's yours?
It's a perfect moment to imagine your personal vision of utopia.
VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22): You've probably never heard of one of the
greatest heroes of the last 100 years. Virgo microbiologist Maurice
Hilleman (1919-2005) developed vaccines for measles, pneumonia,
meningitis, hepatitis, and many other diseases. *The Guardian* said he
saved more lives in the 20th century than anyone else. And yet, as is all-
too-typical for Virgos, he never got anywhere near the acclaim he
deserved. Having said that, I believe the coming weeks will depart from
the astrological norm. Many of you Virgos will get much more of the
recognition and rewards you have earned but never before received.
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LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 22): We're all in the closet in one way or another.
Every one of us feels that there's some part of ourselves we've got to
hide; that if we reveal the totality of who we really are, we will suffer. For
example, U.S. Army Sgt. Robert Stout, who was wounded and got a Purple
Heart for his service in Iraq, ultimately decided he was tired of being
secret about his homosexuality. As a result, he can't re-enlist, even
though he'd like to. My psychotherapist friend Alicia has always used
astrology in her practice, but only recently chose to be open about it.
Some of her colleagues broke off relations when she told them. According
to my reading of the omens, Libra, it's an ideal time to carefully come out
of whatever closet you've been in. I'm not saying there'll be no
repercussions; just that you'll have clarity and strength as you deal with
them. And the freedom you create with your brave revelation will change
everything for the better.
SCORPIO (Oct. 23-Nov. 21): One of Sesame Street's most recognizable
characters is Cookie Monster. After years of feasting on all the cookies he
wanted, the fuzzy blue puppet has recently been forced to limit his
intake. In an effort to teach kids better eating habits, the show's
producers even require Cookie Monster to sing a song called, "A Cookie Is
a Sometimes Food." I vociferously protest this action. Born November 2,
Cookie Monster is a Scorpio, and Scorpios shouldn't be compelled to tone
down their desires as long as their desires aren't hurting anyone. You're
on this earth to explore your cravings, to be led by your cravings to the
frontiers of understanding. That's the only way they can teach you all
they have to teach. Now go and commune with as many cookies (or your
personal equivalent) as you need to.
SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21): In the film *3-Iron,* a man and woman
meet and become lovers without ever speaking. They maintain their
perfect silence even as they glide through a series of adventures, forging
a sly, resilient harmony. Their romance provides a "fresh, confident vision
of love as a kind of Buddhist refuge," reported *The Week.* While I don't
recommend that you take up their model of intimacy forever, Sagittarius,
I do think it's a perfect time to try it out for a brief period. Do you dare?
Spend a day or even a few hours with the person you're closest to
without ever saying a word to each other. (Nonsense words are
permissible.)
CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19): California governor Arnold Schwarzenegger
has no tolerance for his children's carelessness with their dirty clothes.
His wife Maria Shriver says that if he finds the kids' pajamas and t-shirts
lying around, he simply burns them. I urge you to take a page out of the
Terminator's book, Capricorn. It's an excellent time to throw parts of your
wardrobe into the fire--especially things that may still look OK but no
longer suit your style. You know what I mean: the clothes that remind you
of the person you used to be but no longer are. Once you've got the
blaze started, why not fling in a bunch of other stuff that's outdated,
worn out, and weighing you down?
AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18): Last fall, millions of Ukrainians waged the
"orange revolution." Wearing orange scarves as their symbol of solidarity,
they peacefully overturned the results of the rigged presidential election.
Citizens of the ex-Soviet republic of Georgia had their own nonviolent
insurrection in 2003, wielding bouquets of roses as they toppled their
chief tyrant during the "rose revolution." I hereby proclaim the coming
week to be the launch of the Aquarian tribe's "seed revolution." Inspired
by the metaphor of the seed, you will weed out the rotting status quo
and plant your seed-like ideas everywhere you go. Carry a packet of seeds
with you at all times. What kind? Doesn't matter: pumpkin, wildflower,
magic beans, or anything that excites your imagination.
PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20): In 2004 the U.S. federal government gave
$2.2 billion to the 50 states, directing them to spend the money to
defend against terrorism. So far, though, 86 percent of the donation
remains unused. Many of the states can't seem to decide how to allocate
the funds. This problem reminds me of a situation in your life, Pisces. You,
too, have been blessed with a sizable endowment that you have not taken
full advantage of. Is this the week you change all that? It might help to
figure out the reasons why you have not yet understood the true purpose
of gift.
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HOMEWORK:
To get ready for a Summer of Love, write your ultimate personal ad.
Address it to your current partner if you're already paired. Share it with
me by going to http://www.freewillastrology.com and clicking on "Email
Rob." If you live in the Southern Hemisphere, get ready for a Winter of
Love.
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WANT TO GET YOUR CHART DONE?
I'm not doing charts these days. In addition to writing my weekly column
and expanded audio horoscopes, I'm also working on a book and CD.
But I can recommend a colleague whose astro-aesthetics closely match
my own. She's RO LOUGHRAN.
Ro utilizes a blend of well-trained intuition, emotional warmth, and a high
degree of technical proficiency in horoscope interpretation; she is skilled
at exploring the mysteries of your life's purpose and nurturing your
connection with your own inner wisdom. In addition to over 20 years of
astrological experience, Ro is also a licensed psychotherapist, allowing her
to integrate psychological insight with the cosmological perspective that
astrology offers.
Ro is based in California, but can do phone consultations and otherwise
work with you regardless of geographic boundaries.
Ro's website is at
http://www.astrology-psychotherapy.com/
She can also be reached at roloughran@comcast.net
Namaste,
Rob
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