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You will need to adjust some of your life patterns this year, and you may find this easier than ever. This includes mental attitudes, exercise and diet habits, and balancing work and play. The planets are aligned in such a way that will remind you change is not just possible; it’s within reach if you’ll make the effort. And it will be worth meeting the challenge. You share a birthday with Odetta, Anthony Hopkins and Donna Summer. MARCH 21-APRIL 19 Don’t let anyone pressure you to change your mind. You’re more than capable of doing that yourself, and you have all the information you need. The truth should be plainly obvious; though just to be sure, consider some of the other possibilities as well. Even if you’re certain, keep an open mind. APRIL 20-MAY 20 You may feel like you’re in a dilemma: should you follow your intuition, or just stick to the facts? Actually, chances are, the two don’t conflict, and there’s no need to rush your decision. You will learn more as the Moon reaches full phase over the next few days; additional facts shake out. MAY 21-JUNE 20 You’re entitled to your own opinions about yourself. This is, however, territory where it’s necessary to make actual decisions about just how and why the views of others are not valid. Keep in mind that things said to you a long time ago can still affect you today. Know it when you feel it. JUNE 21-JULY 22 You may have the feeling that something is bothering you. The Moon, associated with your sign, is moving through the most sensitive angle of your chart, which can stir up your anxieties. Keep a cool head. The planets are stacked up quite nicely in your favor at the moment. JULY 23-AUG. 22 You may be in possession of knowledge that puts you at a distinct advantage over others, particularly at work. However, it would be unwise to let on to that fact; there are matters of ethics to consider, and someone’s reputation may be on the line. Proceed with care and caution. AUG. 23-SEPT. 22 You may have professional aspirations on your mind, as far as the New Year’s resolution thing is concerned. Yet your deeper desire may be to connect with your creativity, attached to no special career ambition. Do what you’re inspired to do, and your workrelated goals will be easier to reach. SEPT. 23-OCT. 22 Money is spiritual, if anything is. Consider that it’s an expression of your time, effort, value – and your power. You can take a much higher view of the subject than many other people do, and think of it as a way to facilitate life, help your family, feed your community and feed yourself. OCT. 23-NOV. 21 Rather than going with hunch on an important financial matter, slow down and do some proper research. That means several hours’ work spread over a few days, not a couple of quick swipes on your phone. Especially if you feel like there’s some pressure to act swiftly, take your time. a NOV. 22-DEC. 21 If you get the chance to spend time with someone you like, don’t put it off for another day. Take your opportunity right now. This may be a fleeting encounter, never to happen quite this way again. You of all people know that life is a bird on the wing. Prioritize what is unique in all the world. JAN. 20-FEB. 18 Over the next 48 hours, the Full Moon will build to a peak. Notice what comes in with the tide. You may realize you were thinking and feeling things you hadn’t noticed were even in your mind. You may be ready to make an important decision about your health and well-being. FEB. 19-MARCH 20 Remember the first thing you thought on awakening. Then, on this last day of 2017, take some time alone, and check in with yourself. You’re at an important transition in your life, one that you may not recognize yet. Find that quiet space in your mind and listen. Information is waiting for you.