Solar Eclipse in Cancer

Did You Know?

This week's Solar Eclipse in cuddly Cancer will act like a turbo-charged New Moon. Eclipses bring about change and encourage you to take the next step on your evolutionary path. They also act as catalysts bringing events to pass much more quickly than they might have otherwise. This is the reason they can be quite stressful and emotionally challenging. Solar Eclipses have greater potential for new beginnings whereas Lunar Eclipses often coincide with letting go. Those born under the sign of Cancer will be powerfully affected as well as those with planets closely aspecting the degree of the Eclipse. The Eclipse can be active for months or years after the date. To get an overview of what this Eclipse means to you, contact our team of astrologers for up-to-the-minute advice. More

The Importance of Faith

Achieve a fuller understanding

by Jamie Nishi
Source: California Psychics

Whether we are aware of it or not, faith permeates each day of our lives. Everything we believe in is based on some form of it. Faith in oneself. Faith in each other. Faith in life - or in a Higher Power. These are the three overarching areas of faith that enrichen and deepen our lives, and quite possibly hold us together in an ever-changing and often frightening world.

Faith is all too often misrepresented as blind (based not on reason, experience or fact, but on unquestioning adherence). More often than not, however, our faith is deeply informed by reason, experience and fact, as well as less-acknowledged sources such as instinct, intuition and gut feeling. How does a painter know she must paint? How does the healer know he must heal people? Tied in with the rational reasons (upbringing, education, history) is the faith each individual has - that he or she has a purpose, and is called to make the best out of this life.

What is faith?
In broad terms, all faith - religious, spiritual or secular - is a belief that life is worth living no matter what obstacles are thrown in our way. In the book, Faith: Trusting Your Own Deepest Experience, meditation teacher Susan Salzberg writes: "Faith is the animation of the heart that says, 'I choose life, I align myself with the potential inherent in life, I give myself over to that potential.' This spark of faith is ignited the moment we think, 'I'm going to go for it. I'm going to try.'"

We have all seen or heard examples of what faith can help people do. Such as a survivor of the Holocaust, who witnessed unspeakable horrors, who is still able to rebuild a life... an accident victim who transcends a disability into a new direction.... an artist, despite rejection, who remains creative and makes an important contribution. Many times over, we have seen that when all else is stripped away - safety, comfort, security, home, country, loved ones - faith is what has kept people going. It is both a basic instinct and a spiritual balm.

Faith can strengthen our capacity to meet challenges and face adversity. It gives us a mooring, a direction and a purpose - and, in so doing, lends meaning to our existence. But faith is often difficult to hold onto. One moment life feels full of possibility - and the next, it seems cruel and hopeless. When we are faced with difficult or terrible things, our faith is challenged, and sometimes momentarily lost. What then are we left with?

Faith's foil
Doubt is often referred to as the opposite of faith, but is truly its handmaiden. Doubt can lead us to question and think critically about our beliefs. It often helps to strengthen or reaffirm faith. Much closer to the opposite of faith is despair - disconnection from life. Salzberg writes, "Without a sense of possibility, we would be stuck - isolated, hopeless, and unspeakably sad." Many of us have experienced this type of sadness.

When you feel as if you are about to be plunged into the depths of despair, it's important to consider the very real possibility that you are not seeing the big picture. The events in our lives are so vastly interconnected that it is impossible to know all the factors that contribute to a difficult situation. You may think you are powerless, but you don't really know for sure. You may see injustices taking place and begin to lose faith in humanity, but you may not be seeing the whole picture. None of us can know all the elements involved, even in our own situations - or what the future might bring.

The possibility of change
One of the most striking lessons Salzberg teaches is that life is ever-changing - and so are we. Change doesn't always feel great, but it does allow for new possibilities. "Life is not likely to deliver only pleasant events," she writes. "Faith entails the understanding that we don't know how things will unfold. Even so, faith allows us to claim the possibility that we ourselves might change in ways that will allow us to recognize and trust the helping hands stretched toward us. It enables us to aspire to a better life than the one we have inherited."

Since everything, including this life, is temporary, allow yourself a moment to take a step back and take a deep breath. Reaffirm what faith means to you. In good times and bad, faith in yourself - which is the touchstone of faith in life - is the one thing that can remain steady at your center, getting you through the changes and keeping you open to all the new possibilities.

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Act Simply... Dream Big!

Why the little stuff matters

by Jill Hoppe

Source: California Psychics

We've all heard the saying, "dream big," and having lofty aspirations is admirable. Yet because of our busy lives, we may relegate our smaller goals to a "tomorrow" that never comes. However, our smaller achievements may set the stage for larger ones. Plus, they can be satisfying in their own right.

So rather than focusing on the time you wish you had to get in shape, take guitar lessons, or learn a second language, why not try a different approach to making the more manageable dreams a reality? After all, if you wait until retirement - or you meet the perfect match - to do the things you want, you'll deny yourself experiences that might bring enrichment to your life right now.

There are countless goals you can achieve in as little as 20 or 30 minutes a day - in between work, family and daily chores. Forget all the excuses that have been holding you back. Here are some life-enhancing ambitions that you can satisfy quite easily.

Shape up!
Eager to get into better shape, but just can't find the time to fit exercise into your hectic schedule? Developing a fitness regimen you can stick to is easier than you think. Independent activities such as walking, jogging and weight-training can be performed any time - day or night. Even if you can only devote 20 minutes per day to a physical activity, fitness experts have developed dozens of "express" routines that work different areas of the body - such as abs, legs or arms - in just 15 minutes. By rotating two or three different routines, you'll get a full-body workout each week. Even the simple task of walking briskly for 20 minutes burns approximately 100 calories. Do that every day, and you'll burn 700 calories per week.

Bust a move
More than 22 million people watched the premiere of Dancing with the Stars this season. It appears that there's a big group of happy feet secretly yearning to demonstrate a little fancy footwork of their own! Dancing is a timeless art that not only keeps you in shape, but also provides tremendous entertainment. Whether you tango, mambo, swing, foxtrot or engage in hip-hop moves, dance lessons are an incredible way to meet new people and are usually held only once a week - which is perfect for even the busiest lifestyle. Even if you never reach the level of Ginger or Fred, you'll have gained a skill that will please you and impress others - and you'll burn calories while you're at it.

Learn a foreign language
Yes, we've all heard that the best way to master a foreign language is to immerse yourself in its nation of origin. Unfortunately, most of us don't have the ability to pack up and move to Paris, Tuscany or Madrid. But that shouldn't prevent you from living out your dream of being able to converse in another tongue - you can now download language lessons online, and practice during your commute. There are hundreds of books and DVDs available that will assist you with everything from pronunciation to vocabulary. In fact, even if you can only devote 30 minutes a day, you'll accomplish a great deal. By setting a goal to learn 20 or more new words each week, you'll build a vocabulary of more than 1,000 words in your first year.

Start saving
There's never been a better time to get your finances in order. Whether you'd like to pay down student loans, save for a vacation, put money away for retirement or reduce your mortgage, big-picture thinking can be daunting when it comes to money. Rather than limiting spending in extreme ways or taking on a second job, implement small measures that save money but don't deprive you of the things you love. For instance, the $3 you spend on lattes every morning may not seem like much, but those little purchases add up. Enjoy coffee at home four days a week and you'll save more than $600 a year - money enough for vacation airfare, or to cover unexpected expenses such as an automotive repair. Take it one step further by depositing $20 a week into a savings account - the equivalent of one dinner out with friends - and you will have accrued more than $1,000 in a single year.

Savor the journey
No matter what goals you set out to achieve, it's important to remember that the process is part of the journey. If you focus only on the endgame you won't enjoy the little milestones along the way. When it comes to dreams - big or small - little successes should be just as gratifying as the final outcome.

You should also be flexible about the time it takes to reach your goals. As we all know by now, life is what happens when you're making other plans. If you can't fit in a workout one week, or you miss a few guitar lessons, don't give up in frustration - or convince yourself that you simply don't have the time to make your dream a reality. Resume the quest as soon as you're comfortable doing so. Stops and starts are a part of all such endeavors, so turn dreaming into doing. It's easier than you think!

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Outdoor Sex by Sign

Make love in the open air
Source: California Psychics

The sun is shining, the air is hot. There's no reason you can't turn up the heat in your bedroom - by leaving it! Summer is the time of year that practically begs for outdoor adventure, so why not make it the sexy kind?

Here is your guide to making love under the sun - or under the stars. And you can pick your spot by sign! Hint: if you know them, be sure to read your rising, and your Mars and Venus signs, for added sin-spiration! (A psychic who is an astrologer can give you this information.)

Cancer
These sensitive Water Signs can be some of the zodiac's very best lovers, but they can be shy - or slow to cave in to seduction when it goes beyond their comfort zones. They do, however, love the ocean, and all it has to offer. If sex on the beach (or in the ocean - where it's easier to hide what's really going on beneath the waves) isn't in the cards for you and your crab, get them going once you get home from a day of sand and surf. With your skin tanned and salty, you might entice your Cancer into a little clandestine action on the patio - or in a secluded spot in the backyard.

Leo
Spotlight-loving Leo makes for the perfect open-air lover, particularly if taken by surprise and seduced! Why? Because it makes them feel special . . . and daring! As a result, just about any secluded outdoor location can be magically transformed into a perfect lion hotspot - but these luscious cats do like sunning themselves. In other words, drive somewhere scenic (the specifics depend on your locale) and then hop on the hood or lift the hatchback to shower your Leo with all the adoration and rays they deserve! Bonus points if you get a digital snapshot for your memory book.

Virgo
Ah, the details . . . Virgo is bound to be mired in them. Their bedrooms are havens of sin and perfection (these tastemakers take lovemaking to the level of high art - just check out that secret chest next to their beds). After all, a good Virgin is always prepared. So look for an out-of-the-ordinary locale with extraordinary aesthetic appeal. Does the Grand Canyon at sunset seem a little bit out of the way? Don't worry - perhaps a rooftop with a view, or a private deck where you won't be seen will serve your purpose. Take your Virgo somewhere quiet with just a hint of potential for being found out - and you'll uncover a whole new meaning in the phrase "like a virgin." Take the submissive role, and you'll be particularly pleased!

Libra
It's no secret that Libra loves luxury, but don't mistake that for opposition to an outdoor encounter. Whether in your backyard or under the cover of one of the swankiest poolside cabanas you can swing, get these smooth operators waterside (maybe by hot tub - or the hot springs) with a glass of champagne in hand, and go for something seemingly secret. Bathing suit bottoms were made to be moved to the side, after all, and lap-sitting can always appear innocent. Hint: have a luxe towel handy - one large enough to wrap around the two of you… and luscious Libra is bound to move in for seconds.

Scorpio
Odds are there are very few locations you could suggest that would turn sexual siren Scorpio off - or scare them away. It makes sense that a secluded little stretch of beach is always a bountiful proposition - especially if you can find a nice place under a rock for this water creature. Pack a big blanket to widen the playing field on the sand. On the other hand, if your Scorpio is a bit more metropolitan, they may be down for a quick ride on a park bench in the wee hours - or a visit to the cemetery. (Yes, they can be this dark!) How about a romp in the back seat of a black limo? The slinkier, saucier and - perhaps, even seedier - the more seductive it will be to these stingers whether it takes place outdoors or not!

Sagittarius
The symbol for Sag is half-man, and half-beast. So if you're going to get it on with the archer in the great outdoors, you might as well head out into the wild. Blaze a hiking trail, and step off the beaten path for a sexy session in a field or under the trees. Make Sag catch you, and they'll be even more excited once they do . . . If the area is safe and secure with even a modicum of privacy, consider leaving a trail of clothes en route to your spot, then let Sag throw you down and ravage you - or do the reverse. Anything goes, under the sun!

Capricorn
A practical-yet-magical sign known as the goat, Capricorns are patient, hardworking lovers with a soft spot for ocean breezes who like to take their time. This is yet another sign who will enjoy some beachside bonhomie of the sexual kind! But if you're looking for something a little different - or closer to home - select a space where privacy is no concern. A corner of your own backyard, for instance, or a hammock for two or comfy outdoor chaise will offer Capricorn a chance to savor the moments. Do your lover a favor: take control (for a little while, at least) and lavish them with plenty of attention. They're often the givers, but they also love to receive!

Aquarius
Air Sign Aquarius is eccentric above all else - and often ethereal, too. Take them to a spot that offers novelty or intellectual stimulation. This "out there" sign loves lots of stars and twinkling planets. So consider sneaking a quickie in the outdoor gardens of a museum or maze at night. To send them over the top, try a round in the back of a horsedrawn carriage - of the type you see in some cities and parks. Tip: the stranger the location (and the more skill it takes to pull off having some sort of sex), the stronger the draw will be for these innovators.

Pisces
Okay, wait for it . . . the sign of the fishes likes to make love near the water. Ocean, river, pool - it doesn't really matter. Pisces will be hot and bothered at the prospect of getting wet and wild! That said, if you want to make it interesting, why not do it on the water instead of in the water? Try getting into a boat! You might even hazard it on a rowboat - just be careful to rock gently, so as not to capsize - or give it a shot on a sailboat sundeck. Fishes will find that a rollicking round aboard a floating vessel starts their blood boiling - but be sure to leave plenty of time for a swim after you're finished.

Aries
As they are experimenters by nature - Rams will do whatever it takes to find pleasure - doing it outside with your Aries will be but one of many sexual adventures you're likely to experience. Hence, as with Scorpio, there are few limits to what they'll enjoy. Try something that emphasizes this animal's athleticism - climb a mountain (or try a local hiking trail), and find a spot at (or near) the top. Go water-skiing or swimming, or engage in any water sport - and dive off into the distance for an underwater romp. Stay late after your softball game, and do it in the dugout - or on the sidelines. Make action a part of satisfaction, and Aries is bound to be intrigued!

Taurus
Taurus loves three things like no others: food, nature and sex. To satisfy all the outdoor appetites of this simple-to-seduce Earth Sign, pack a picnic and hit the park - or plan a camping weekend! Pick a spot that's sufficiently secluded, so as not to be bothered, and then cook over an open fire. For dessert, lay a blanket down with an unobstructed view of the stars, and feed your bull s'mores by hand. Taurus will feel even more grounded than usual out in the open - and, given the chance (and with the coast clear) - they'll make the earth move under your feet - or maybe your back.

Gemini
Whether it's keeping them mentally intrigued or physically stimulated, Geminis can be work - the twins need constant stimulation. The solution? Cool these hot-blooded Air Signs down with an outdoor shower or waterfall. Don't have either handy? Then fill up a kid's pool, or get out the hose and set it on "spray." The dual action of your ingenuity and the fun will stimulate their minds - though stimulating the body is up to you! For an added bonus, talk your way through each move you make, without breaking eye contact. They'll be discussing your outdoor romp during the (many more) hot nights that lie ahead!

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