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Rob Brezsny's Astrology Newsletter
July 8, 2009
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"At this point in history, the most radical, pervasive, and earth-shaking
transformation would occur simply if everybody truly evolved to a
mature, rational, and responsible ego, capable of freely participating in the
open exchange of mutual self-esteem. Then, there would be a real New
Age."
-Ken Wilber
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Expanded Audio Horoscopes for the Second Half of 2009 are still
available. These are long-term forecasts that preview the next six months.
They're at http://RealAstrology.com
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MORE PRONOIA RESOURCES:
YOUR BODY IS MADE OF STUFF THAT CAN COMMUNICATE
TELEPATHICALLY
Does DNA have telepathic properties?
http://tinyurl.com/cfoa6c
IMAGINE YOUR OWN MAGICAL OBJECT
A list of magical objects from the world's myths, from Freyja's Falcon
Cloak, which allows you to turn into a falcon and fly, to Tezcatlipoca's
Smoking Mirror, with which he could see the entire universe.
http://tinyurl.com/ramgzy
CELEBRATE THE MYSTERIES
The Truth Is Out There, and the Maddest Scientists Are After It
http://tinyurl.com/chwhpg
(Note: I endorse these because I like them. They are not advertisements,
and I get no kickbacks.)
Please tell me your own personal nominations for PRONOIA RESOURCES.
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FREE WILL ASTROLOGY
Week beginning July 9
Copyright 2009 by Rob Brezsny
http://FreeWillAstrology.com
Grammar key: Asterisks equal *italics*
CANCER (June 21-July 22): I believe that when you chatter carelessly
about a big change that's in the works, you're in danger of draining it of
some of its potency. So I don't want to trumpet or gossip about the gift
that's on its way to you. I'll just mention that it's coming, and urge you to
prepare a clean, well-lit place for it to land. Here's a hint: It could, among
other things, help you convert one of your vulnerabilities into a strength
or inspire you to start transforming an area of ignorance into a future
source of brilliance.
LEO (July 23-Aug. 22): At the farmer's market, an escape artist
performed in the middle of the street. As a crowd gawked, he had two big
strong men tie him up tight in a straitjacket and 50 feet of chain. For the
next 20 minutes he shimmied and contorted and bent over backwards.
His face grew red and sweaty. There were no Houdini-like magic tricks.
There were no puffs of smoke or magic boxes or mirrors or distracting
assistants. He rarely spoke as the ordeal progressed, but in the end, after
the last of the chains slipped off and he wrestled his way out of the
straitjacket, he said simply, "Now I invite all of you to go home and use
what I just did as a metaphor for your life." It was a supremely sexy
performance, and I realized maybe it would help you with your current
situation.
VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22): Your concentration for dicey assignments, like
conquering fear and adversity, is sharp. And I bet you'll summon a lot of
stamina and resourcefulness if you're pressed to solve a crucial riddle
during a turning point in your own personal hero's journey. On the other
hand, humdrum details have the potential to flummox you, especially if
they involve tasks you're not even that interested in or committed to.
The moral of the story: Banish absent-mindedness by keeping yourself
focused on only the most riveting challenges.
LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 22): The sky will not start falling. But something
resembling heavenly tokens may cascade down with such frequency that
you'll be wise to keep looking up a lot. You never know when another
piece of the blessed puzzle will come raining down. And it would be a
shame to suffer the embarrassment of having your favorable fortune
knock you over. Who'd have ever guessed that a shower of good news
would be such a tricky trial?
SCORPIO (Oct. 23-Nov. 21): How well are you capitalizing on this year's
unique opportunities, Scorpio? Since we're midway through 2009, let's
take an inventory. I hope that by now you have at least begun building
the power spot or energy source that will serve as your foundation for
the coming years. So much the better if it's more than halfway finished
and will be ready for full use by the end of summer or early fall.
Remember my promises: Life has been and will continue to be conspiring
to get you settled in your ideal home base, supercharge your relationships
with your closest allies, and connect you with the resources that will fuel
your long-term quest.
SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21): In the Middle Ages, people became
adults when they turned seven years old. These days, the threshold is
much later. I'm happy about that. In my view, the longer you can hold on
to your playful irreverence and innocent lust for life, the better. Still,
there is value in taking on the kinds of responsibilities that help you
express yourself with grace and power. So I don't mean to rush you, but it
might be time to take a step towards being on the verge of tiptoeing to
the brink of preparing to accept more adulthood into your heart. You
could make the process less harrowing by hanging out with those rare
wise guys and wise girrrls who've survived the transition to greater
maturity and a higher degree of professionalism with their youthful flair
more or less intact.
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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 high-octane 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
Log in and click on the link
"Long Term Forecast for Second Half of 2009"
You can also listen to your short-term forecast for the coming week by
clicking on "This week (July 7, 2009)."
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CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19): I don't care what you feel this week, as
long as you don't feel nothing. Get inflamed with hunger or justice or
sadness or beauty or love, but don't submit to apathy. Don't let yourself
be shunted into numbness. You can't afford to be cut off from the source
of your secret self, even if it means having to feel like hell for a while. And
the odd thing is that if you're willing to go through hell, you won't have to
go through hell. So to hell with your poker face and neutrality and
dispassionate stance. Be a wild thing, not a mild thing.
AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18): *The Iliad* is an ancient Greek epic poem
that describes events near the end of the Trojan War. Most modern critics
regard it as a foundation stone of Western literature. In my opinion,
though, it's mostly just a gruesome tale of macho haters who are
inflamed with pride, treat women like property, and can't stop killing each
other. I share the perspective of poet Diane di Prima, who once had a
dream in which *The Iliad* was cast as gangsta rap. Now please adopt the
style of our critique for use in your own life, Aquarius. What supposedly
noble or important situation is actually pretty trivial or clichéd? It's time
for you to tell the truth about the hype.
PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20): "May you live in interesting times." That old
toast is actually a droll curse meant to be heaped upon an enemy.
"Interesting" implies rapid change, rampant uncertainty, and constant
adjustment. What's preferable is to live during a boring era when stability
reigns. Or so the argument goes. But I reject that line of thought. I
celebrate the fact that we're embroiled in interesting times. I proclaim our
struggles to navigate the sharp turns and uphill climbs to be a jubilee of
the first degree. What fantastic luck it is to be on the planet when
everything mutates! May we be up to the task of bringing heaven down to
earth. May we be worthy of the trust the universe is placing in us. Now
get out there, Pisces, and enjoy the hell out of the epic and entertaining
drama we're stewarding. This is your time to be a leader and a luminary.
ARIES (March 21-April 19): Miracle of miracles: A pointless pain in the
butt will soon stop bugging you. Meanwhile, an annoying itch in your heart
is subsiding, and may even disappear. As a result of these happy
developments, you will be able to concentrate on a much more interesting
and provocative torment that has been waiting impatiently for your loving
attention. Actually, it's an ancient torment dressed up in a new package.
But as before, it's a torment you've never had the right name for. That's
about to change, however. You're finally ready to find the right name for
it, and when you do, you'll be halfway toward a permanent cure.
TAURUS (April 20-May 20): When he was growing up, the father of
basketball superstar Pat Riley forced him to play basketball with kids who
were stronger and tougher than he was. He said it forged his son into a
winner. I can see the principle at work, but it doesn't come naturally to
me. In my efforts to provide you with the parenting you missed as a kid,
I've always preferred a gentler, more nurturing approach. Nevertheless,
the time has come to override my personal desires for the sake of your
character-building needs. I recommend that you force yourself to play
with grown-up kids who're stronger and tougher than you.
GEMINI (May 21-June 20): I wouldn't get too agitated about the supposed
"writing on the wall" if I were you. The handwriting is not God's, for God's
sake. It's not even that of a wise elder or young genius. So don't attribute
too much authority to it, please. It's just the opinion of someone who
doesn't know any more about the ultimate truth than you do. So I
suggest you cover it up with black spray paint and then carefully inscribe
your own version of the writing on the wall. Reality is especially malleable
right now, so the most forcefully expressed prophecy will probably come
true.
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HOMEWORK: Write a parable or fairy tale about what your life has been
like so far in 2009. Go to http://FreeWillAstrology.com and click on
"Email Rob."
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WANT TO GET YOUR CHART DONE?
I'm not doing personal charts, but I highly recommend my astrological
colleague, RO LOUGHRAN. Her approach closely matches my own. In our
many discussions about astrology over the years, we've had a major
influence on each other's work.
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.
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://YourSoulJourney.com
She can also be reached at roloughran@comcast.net
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