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As a Sagittarian, you are naturally an independent person, who loves having all the space you need. You will go a long way in that direction by working toward financial independence: your own income stream, your own bank account, your own credit card and your own financial agenda. You may be surprised how much better this helps you feel about yourself. You share a birthday with Terry Gilliam, Guion Bluford, and Jamie Lee Curtis. MARCH 21-APRIL 19 They say it’s lonely at the top. You might apply that to anyone who breaks out of the laidback, do-as-little-as-possible work ethic of our current era. If you aspire to do great things, you might discover you’re the only kid on the block who actually cares that much. But don’t let that stop you. APRIL 20-MAY 20 You have deeply held spiritual beliefs, though you’ve reached a point in your life where you must be more flexible about them. It’s one thing to have principles. It’s another thing to have convictions. Make room for other possibilities. The spiritual life is about “many shores, one lake.” MAY 21-JUNE 20 The thing about deep intimacy is that it confronts you not only with who someone else is; the main thing revealed is who you are. This can be uncomfortable at first, though that’s really the only path to being content with who you are. There is only so much that’s about other people. JUNE 21-JULY 22 You may feel like you’re being confronted with important relationship choices, though remember you don’t have to decide the rest of your life today, or tomorrow or this week. If you feel like you’re under pressure to do something or be someone, your sanity is more important than any relationship. JULY 23-AUG. 22 Focus your efforts on your single most important goal before the holiday, and stay out of power dramas at work. The two will work well together; the emotional energy you save by refusing to argue with someone will provide you lots of time and energy to get your work done, and that’s essential. AUG. 23-SEPT. 22 A diversity of factors seems to be influencing an intimate relationship, though this is not a matter of public opinion. Be aware of how the views of anyone not directly involved are infiltrating the situation. You must set a boundary on what is your business and of concern to nobody else. SEPT. 23-OCT. 22 Recognize what is your business and what belongs to someone else. This may not be an easy line to draw. Whether your feelings are involved is not the final arbiter. Even something that is happening in the same house or same room may not actually impact you; that’s the thing to look for. OCT. 23-NOV. 21 Monitor any frustration and anger that you might feel, and address it before things go too far. Silence is not your friend, though neither is confrontation. What will help you is ongoing, easygoing dialog. Be sensitive to the possibility that a partner or loved one may be making an important decision. DEC. 22-JAN. 19 You’re not as alone as you might think, though it will help if you bring some empathy to the table. Make a conscious choice to open up and allow others to feel your sensitivity. Today’s astrology is reminding you to get out of your own head. This will help considerably with doing so. JAN. 20-FEB. 18 Are you worried about something? At least be clear with yourself what your worst fears are about, or even your mildly annoying, nagging fears. One thing you seem to be struggling with is isolation. You can address that easily. You actually do have friends; call a few of them up and have some fun. FEB. 19-MARCH 20 The Sun has now entered the achievement angle of your chart, and the territory around you will be easier to see. You, as well, are easier to see; so make sure that you’re ready to be visible. Clean up and update your public presentations, and dress for success at all times. Eyes are on you.