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Rob Brezsny's Astrology Newsletter
June 17, 2009
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EXPLORE THE BIG PICTURE OF YOUR LIFE
with my MID-YEAR PREVIEW of YOUR DESTINY for the REST of 2009
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This week my Expanded Audio Horoscopes explore themes that I think will
be important for you during the next six months.
What areas of your life are likely to receive unexpected assistance and
divine inspiration?
Where are you likely to find most success?
How can you best cooperate with the cosmic rhythms?
What questions should you be asking?
Tune in.
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during the next six months, go here:
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Or for phone access, call:
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minute if you want them over the phone.
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FREE WILL ASTROLOGY
Week beginning June 18
Copyright 2009 by Rob Brezsny
http://FreeWillAstrology.com
Grammar key: Asterisks equal *italics*
GEMINI (May 21-June 20): The books of psychologist Carl Jung provide
crucial insights into the nature of the unconscious mind. To the degree
that I have any skill in deciphering the part of human intelligence that
works in mysterious, secretive ways, I owe a great debt to him. I want to
tell you an anecdote about him that may be useful. Once, as an adult,
Jung took a break from work to go strolling on a beach. While
meandering, he was overcome with a spontaneous impulse to build things
as he did when he was a kid. He gathered some stones and sticks and
used them to construct a miniature scene, including a church. As he
finished, he was visited by a flood of novel intuitions about his life. He
concluded that his childlike play had called forth these revelations from
his unconscious mind. I suggest you try a similar tack, Gemini: To access
important information that your deep mind has been sequestering, go
play a while.
CANCER (June 21-July 22): We ask that you not divulge the climax of the
epic story to anyone -- at least until you've let it sink in for a while and
felt all the reverberations it has unleashed. After that, you'll be wise to
speak about it only with skilled listeners and empathetic allies who can
help you harvest the meaning of all the clues that were packed inside your
adventures. One further counsel: Before you reach the absolute, final
denouement of the drama, there may be a tricky turn that looks a lot like
the ending.
LEO (July 23-Aug. 22): You have cosmic permission (even
encouragement) to live on the edge for the next 28 days as long as you
follow these guidelines: 1. Don't live on the edge to impress anyone; do it
because you love it, or else don't do it. 2. Don't complain and worry
about it. Enjoy it completely. 3. Don't expect anyone else to join you on
the edge. If they choose to do so with enthusiasm, fine. But don't
manipulate them. 4. Don't imitate the way other people live on the edge.
Establish your own unique style. 5. Don't live on the edge for more than
28 days. Much longer than that and you'll start sabotaging the benefits.
VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22): In 1968, psychedelic rock band Iron Butterfly
released its landmark 17-minute song, "In-A-Gadda-Da-Vida." Cable TV
network VH1 later named it as the 24th greatest hard rock tune in
history. There are different stories about the origins of the title, but all
agree on one point: It was originally "In the Garden of Eden." It became
"In-A-Gadda-Da-Vida" through some fluke, probably caused by the lead
singer getting intoxicated and garbling the words as he performed it in
the recording studio. This would be an excellent week for you to induce
and capitalize on creative mistakes like that, Virgo. I hope you do,
because it'll help you get into the right frame of mind to stir up a mix of
excellence and improvisation everywhere you go -- and that formula
practically guarantees success.
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WHAT'S TO COME?
BRAINSTORM ABOUT THE BIG PICTURE OF YOUR LIFE
with my Expanded Audio Horoscopes for the Second Half of 2009:
http://RealAstrology.com
What will be the story of your life during the rest of 2009? How can you
exert your free will to create the adventures that'll bring out the best in
you, even as you find graceful ways to cooperate with the tides of
destiny?
If you'd like a boost of inspiration to fuel you in your quest for beauty and
truth and love and justice and meaning, tune in to my meditations on your
long-term outlook.
Go here:
http://RealAstrology.com
Or for phone access, call:
1-877-873-4888
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LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 22): Do you apologize to chairs when you bump into
them? Often end up being the only one at a party who'll talk to the most
boring person? Ever find yourself starting your sentences with "I hope I'm
not bothering you but I was wondering if you would mind if I . . . "? If so,
this is a good time to make a shift. That's why I suggest you add some
bite to your demeanor. Do what feels interesting at least as often as
what's polite. Look for what advances the plot as much as what fosters
harmony. The point is not to go overboard, of course. You don't want to
fling insults or arouse friction. Add fire to your presentation, but don't
start conflagrations.
SCORPIO (Oct. 23-Nov. 21): Evaluating Adam Lambert after one of his
exotic, virtuoso performances back in April, American Idol judge Kara
DioGuardi praised him as being "confusing, shocking, sleazy, and superb."
That's a standard you could soon achieve in your own sphere, Scorpio.
But do you want to? You'll have to care less about maintaining your
dignity than usual, and be especially forthright in expressing yourself. Let
me leave no doubt about what I'm saying: To be as superb as you
potentially can be, you'll have to be at least a little confusing and
shocking and maybe even sleazy.
SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21): Metaphorically speaking, Sagittarius, you
have unearthed or are about to unearth a rare fossil. I think it's a pretty
sensational discovery. It's a missing link that could help you make sense
out of episodes in your past that have always mystified or frustrated you.
I urge you to learn all you can about this fossil. Follow every lead it points
to. And ask your intuition to run wild and free as it dreams up possible
interpretations to its multiple meanings.
CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19): Maybe it's time you did something in
return for all the free advice I give you. From a karmic perspective it
might not be healthy for you to continue to take, take, take while never
giving back. So this week, for a change, how about if you compose an
oracle for me? Or send me a nice present -- nothing big or expensive, just
a thoughtful token. JUST KIDDING! The truth is, I don't care if you ever
express your appreciation. You give me a momentous gift simply by
caring enough to read my words. Being able to speak with you so
intimately has made me a better and smarter person. Now I suggest you
do what I just did: Acknowledge how much the receivers of your gifts do
for you.
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EXPLORE THE BIG PICTURE OF YOUR LIFE
with my Expanded Audio Horoscopes for the Second Half of 2009:
http://RealAstrology.com
What hidden factors will be massaging your destiny during the next six
months? Could you use some hints about how to prepare for the
adventures awaiting you during the rest of 2009?
To listen to my IN-DEPTH, LONG-TERM AUDIO FORECAST for YOUR LIFE
during the next six months, go here:
http://RealAstrology.com
Or for phone access, call:
1-877-873-4888
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AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18): "I guess I just prefer to see the dark side of
things," says actress and comedian Janeane Garofalo. "The glass is always
half empty. And cracked. And I just cut my lip on it. And chipped a
tooth." As witty as that thought may be, I don't recommend you make it
your approach in the coming days. My analysis of the omens suggests
that reality will be especially malleable. Even more than usual, it will tend
to take the shape of your expectations. So please, Aquarius, try hard to
see the lovely, graceful, unbroken glass as half-full of a delicious, healthy
drink.
PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20): I feel an expansive, permissive mood coming
on -- in the cosmos, that is, not me. To be honest, I'm in a more
conservative mood than the cosmos. But the planetary powers-that-be
have decided to float you poetic licenses, blank checks, special
dispensations, and wild cards. I just hope this free stuff won't make you
forget about the finely-crafted containers and boundaries you've been
working on lately. Maybe I'd feel better if you promised me to keep on
doing the careful, conscientious things that seem to have earned you all
the good fortune that's on its way.
ARIES (March 21-April 19): Are you secretly afraid of feeling secure? Do
you equate stability with being bored and lazy? Do you suspect that your
restless pioneer spirit makes you unfit for the slow, meticulous work of
building sturdy foundations? If so, there's hope for you to change --
especially if you make a big effort in the coming weeks. The moment is
ripe for you to learn more about the arts of energizing comfort and
stimulating calm and exciting peace. To jumpstart the process, go get a
massage. As you're being stroked by nurturing hands, brainstorm about
the additions and adjustments you'd like to make in your five-year master
plan.
TAURUS (April 20-May 20): Your education is about to take a curious and
interesting turn. During the coming weeks, I expect that you'll upgrade
your street smarts and explore a whole new meaning for the term "hands-
on experience." You'll find out about an area of ignorance that was so
deep and dark you didn't even know about it, and you'll take aggressive
steps to get it the teaching it needs. Congratulations in advance for being
brave enough to open your mind so wide, Taurus. I'm glad you'll be
hunting for a fresh set of questions.
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HOMEWORK: Imagine it's three months in the future, and write a brief
essay on "What I Did This Summer to Improve My World." Share by going
to http://FreeWillAstrology.com and clicking on "Email Rob."
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Ro utilizes a blend of well-trained intuition, emotional warmth, and a high
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