ASTRAL REFLECTIONS
BY TIM STEPHENS
AUGUST 15 – 21, 2010 

	All times/dates are PDT.
	Mercury retrograde  starts Friday,  so we  should start nothing  new before September12.... 
	To continue  the Uranus forecasts: from March 2011 to March 2019 Uranus will shake up your inner life, TAURUS – perhaps even give your “inner child” a wee spanking! Uranus can also make your relations with governments, institutions, agencies and “head office” more unpredictable. But it also provides the opportunity to build a successful career in these same areas, as well as in charities, support organizations, NGOs, and spiritual fields. You might be asked to assume management duties.
      Due to Neptune’s co-influence, these areas will also pour a cornucopia of friendships, enjoyment and happiness your way. Your social urges will lean toward confidential, shy, psychic, empathic and – sometimes – “chatterbox” friends. You'll make fascinating acquaintances in spiritual groups, charities, government agencies and institutions. (Or you could abuse alcohol and drugs!) Watch for stress-related health concerns - typically, from repression of anxiety. Your heart and nervous system might need care. You might change churches, or even religions. All that said, the cherished dreams of your life are about to come true, your social life will expand, and enjoyment will be a constant experience!
      GEMINI, Uranus (and Neptune with it) signal a definite change in career and social life. Your career activities grow less intellectual, more intuitive. Now to 2018, that intellect –your thoughts, your life philosophy, your outlook on love to a large  degree – and your skills – refocus on the future, on humanity and social life, on friendship and enjoyment rather than on career. If you’re a writer, scholar, artist, actor, dancer, etc., you could become  wildly popular (or just a wee bit famous!). You’ll accurately read the pulse of public desires these eight years. You want to be entertained – and to entertain. Your career doesn’t end – in fact, it enters an even stronger phase – accompanied by a more social, cheerful you! 
      Tension melts away in general. Nervous problems will abate, perhaps even disappear. Your social life will grow with surprising leaps and bounds (especially February to June of 2011). (Finally, after Pluto’s 1996-2008 destruction.) New friends will sometimes bring dilemmas. You’ll have to adroitly see and juggle conflicts between your social desires and deeper sexual, financial themes. Now to October 2012, this social v. sexual dilemma could also involve a deep, slowly-developing love. 
      
      
Start Nothing: 10:24 p.m. to 10:34 p.m. Mon., 6:58 a.m.to 7:17 a.m. Thurs., and 6:08 p.m. to 6:37 p.m. Sat.

Aries   March 21-April 19
Your month of joy continues! Problems might not be solved, but they ebb. You might need to make a choice regarding a relationship, a relocation, or an opportunity Monday, Friday/Saturday. Hint: doing what you want, opting for expansion or understanding, for  cheerfulness, for legal, publishing, international or educational “growth” is luckier than seeking to further your ambitions through a relationship. But start no new projects before  September 12. (Others might be sceptical toward you for the next two years if you show “naked ambition.” You might marry into another generation.) 

Taurus   April 20-May 20
Start no new projects before September 12. Slowdowns, indecision, second-guessing, missed appointments and supply disruptions could “populate” the weeks ahead. An old flame might return soon – if after August  21, it could lead to strong romance! If that happens, you will need to decide whether this relationship has a long-term future. Many half-hidden, slowly evolving forces  and “subconscious wrestling matches” exist here. But it could be exceptional! Early week demands a choice between chores/duties. Financial luck high Tuesday/Wednesday. Love fights work, Thursday onward.

Gemini   May  21-June 20
Start nothing new, relationships nor projects, before September 12. Delays, indecision, second-guessing and “no shows” increase. A  former domestic matter, a prodigal child, a real estate idea/urge/project might return. This could be good, but be cautious: over the few months ahead, someone might oppose you in these areas. (This could take the form of unpredictable action by a co-operator or partner.) You’ve entered romantic territory. Early week, you face a choice between romance and friendship, or between being creative or social. Late week, DO NOT gamble with finances or sex!

Cancer   June 21-July 22
Start nothing new before September 12. Instead, apply yourself to ongoing projects, and protect these from supply disruptions, second-guessing, delays and mistakes. Your home life is very active now through early September – if not on the outside, then emotionally. A real estate deal could involve your career or prestige ambitions – but don’t start a new one: keep with what’s begun. A “long lost” acquaintance might get in touch – good, not spectacular. Sunday/Monday are romantic. Work succeeds Tuesday/Wednesday. Relationships turn volatile Thursday/Friday: a structural change is “destined.”

Leo   July 23-Aug. 22
Defer new starts, projects, relationships until September 12. Those begun now will meet indecision, delay, and, ultimately, lack of heart – especially in monetary regions. Focus on what’s already started – and money (etc.) from the past. August is a fine time to revisit old haunts, friends – pleasure is certain, flirtation and a bit of heart-quickening quite possible, too! A trip might interfere with your work demands: if so, you choose. Sunday/Monday emphasize home, kids, and a casual vs. profound choice (in relationships, law, intellect, travel). Romance, creative flows, Tuesday/Wednesday!

Virgo   Aug. 23-Sept. 22
Lie low, regain energies. Start nothing new. You will be re-examining your entire direction, life, commitments, beliefs, over the few weeks ahead. While such flux exists, trying to launch a new venture (or relationship) would be like building a house on shifting sand. Stick with the old, reprised (from the past) or ongoing. If you’re approached by an old flame in the next week or few, consider without committing. Your money situation needs study; deep, structural changes are in motion – necessary to transit into your decade of success. Romance, gambles hit rough waters late week.

Libra   Sept. 23-Oct. 22
Before September 12, start no new projects, especially in legal, governmental, administrative, manufacturing, tax, charitable, spiritual, educational, far travel, publishing or similar areas. Your romantic, social and personal magnetism is at a great peak – take advantage, don’t stay home! However, since nothing new will work, focus (until September 12) on people you’ve already met. If you’re after love, stand before old flames, or present company. This week, your own sober outlook might subtly clash with kids, home, realty objectives – a partnership needs hope, assurance: give it!

Scorpio   Oct. 23-Nov. 21
Start nothing new before September 12, especially in social, investment, financial, and organizational zones. These areas  might yield fruits from the past – be aware, ready to pluck them. (E.g., someone from an old social circle might call; or a past investment you couldn’t capture returns – jump in, if you know it’s good.) A secret love could attract you August or early September. You might be wiser to wait until September 9 onward, when your magnetism will soar! Vexations in communications/travel signal the need for an whole new system/vehicle, etc. – after September 12.

Sagittarius   Nov. 22-Dec. 21
Defer new starts until September 12 onward – especially in relationships, career, VIP relations, litigation, negotiation, relocation and dealings with the public. (E.g., don’t start a public relations campaign, lawsuit, love affair, etc.) You might profit from reprising the past in these – e.g., contacting a former employer in your career search. Your social life hums along, and love could be real, “light” and non-suffocating. (Love’s laughter can be far healthier  than love’s extremities.) You impress others Tuesday/Wednesday! All week, revise hopes to meet money realities.

Capricorn   Dec. 22-Jan. 19
Don’t launch new projects nor relationships before September 12. Reprise past ventures, or continue with ongoing ones – protect the latter from misunderstandings, delays, missed appointments, etc. An old flame (the love was gentle, proper) might reappear in the weeks ahead. If you’re unattached, “re-engaging” probably couldn’t hurt! (He/she is ready to “go forth” sexually.) All week, your status, prestige, relations with higher-ups come under review. (It could be your review!) Deep changes are in store. Be aware that finance (and sex) have a “fooling glitter” right now. Caution.

Aquarius   Jan. 20-Feb. 18
Don’t start new projects or relationships before September 12. Especially avoid new financial, mutual, or partnership ventures. Deep desires, urges and insights well up from the past – a past sexual or financial interest might return also. Nothing wrong with these, but examine the financial before proceeding. Your legal, intellectual, love, cultural, educational and far-travel spheres grow increasingly active – and beneficial. This week presents a rare chance to seal a deal (NOT a new one!) in any of these areas – including love! Wishes can come true mid-week – be diplomatic, reasonable.

Pisces   Feb. 19-March 20
An “ex” might reappear in the next several weeks – or a relocation opportunity, a deal that was never quite cemented, an opportunity to place yourself in front of the public; if you’re unlucky, even a lawsuit. You’re working hard, so have less time for these “opportunities” – therefore, jump fast, carpe diem. Your financial and sexual urges are active and rising, but neither fits easily with your “wisest future,” so do some deep pondering – remember, you’re exiting a decade of  hard work, entering one of enjoyment. Be ambitious mid-week. Decide between quick money, and big.


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