By Len Wallick
Aries (March 20-April 19) — Assume for a moment that you have at least one wonderful, undiscovered talent — unknown even to yourself. How would you become conscious of that latent proficiency? This is not an idle question. At this time there are indications you have a native gift that has not yet been explored or expressed. There is a possibility that you were on your way to finding that gift about 19 years ago, but changed the course of your life just before you found it (or it found you). So think back to the time around 1996 and what you may have turned away from. Then, examine what is either reappearing in front of you or making itself felt just beneath the surface of your consciousness now (perhaps in dreams) to make the connection. — By Len Wallick
Taurus (April 19-May 20) — Have you ever asked the universe for something, and actually received it? If so, you have probably learned from the experience. You now almost certainly know to be very careful about what you request. Additionally, you may have noticed that how you implore ends up figuring into the final score. Whether or not the cosmos has, up to now, granted any of your wishes, you have the awareness to be careful what you ask for — and this is a good time to exercise that awareness. Now and through next year, to assure that any desires realized turn out to be something more than a teaching moment, remember one principle: share. Share what you yearn for, and look for at least one person who wants to dream your dream with you. — By Len Wallick
Gemini (May 20-June 21) — Please consider carefully before you abandon any enterprise you have only recently undertaken. If it is a team effort of some sort — and your associate (or associates) have demonstrated a willingness to honor your personal concerns equally with your common interests — return good faith in kind. For inspiration, look back to times when another (or others) may have given up on you, and remember what you did to assuage their doubts until you had proven yourself. Look for signs of the same promise in your collaborators. If your recently initiated venture is a solo effort, look back to times when you might have given up on yourself. Recall what you learned of your inner resources then, and call them up again now. — By Len Wallick
Cancer (June 21-July 22) — Comfort is not necessarily synonymous with luxury, at least not for you. Knowing when you are comfortable, and when you are not, is a sense every bit as important to your wellbeing as sight, hearing, taste and smell. Now, especially, is no time to disregard your sense of comfort. Yet, as with any other intuition, it is best corroborated. Ideally, you will be able to look for and find empirical data either to back up or dissuade you from any strong feelings of either assurance or insecurity you encounter in the near future. Failing that, before you decide either to relax into or steer clear of any situation, solicit the opinions of others whose sense (both common and uncommon) you trust. Most of all, however, trust yourself. — By Len Wallick
Leo (July 22-Aug. 23) — It’s okay to be opinionated. As a matter of fact, your opinions now probably have a great deal more value than ever before in your life. It’s likely that your experience this year has conferred some true wisdom on you. The key is not to be so full of your own hard-earned wisdom that others mistake it for something of value only to their gardens. Hence, for the time being, endeavor to keep your own counsel. Give at least as much consideration to what comes out of your mouth as you do what you put into it. The time will soon come when your opinions earn more respect. In the meantime, listen for what words and which means of expression from others serve to convince you, that you might learn how gentle persuasion can be. — By Len Wallick
Virgo (Aug. 23-Sep. 22) — If you have some plans in which you have already made significant investment, worry not. Astrology does not indicate that your itinerary is in any way threatened. There is no need to abandon any intent upon which your heart is set. What you may want to do, however, is relax a bit regarding the outcome of what you have arranged — especially where others and their participation are concerned. Save your expectations for yourself and follow through, so that you keep faith with yourself. After that, allow things to proceed organically, rather than attempt to control hearts and minds other than your own. That way you will be able to enjoy whatever journey or event you have set in motion, free of any burden not rightfully yours. — By Len Wallick
Libra (Sep. 22-Oct. 23) — Don’t allow yourself to be intimidated by any person, place or situation. Where you have already been is most likely a bigger challenge than where you are. What you have already done is almost certainly proof of your ability to accomplish or complete whatever you need to do now. The people you are dealing with currently are most probably no tougher than those with whom you have already dealt successfully in the past. By the same token, there is no need for you to be belligerent. If others choose to be intimidated by the eloquent and sincere expression of your needs, that’s their problem. So long as you do not comport yourself as a bully, and allow the righteousness of your cause to assert itself as self-evident, you will have found a just balance. — By Len Wallick
Scorpio (Oct. 23-Nov. 22) — Trust yourself. Even if the world and its many agencies appear to withhold their trust in you. Have faith in yourself, even when you cannot seem to inspire the same from others. Judge yourself no more. Especially do not judge your need to be human. Allow yourself to feel what you feel, all the way through to completion. While politics and discretion may make it necessary to mute the public expression of your emotions when appropriate, do not fall into the trap of thinking that private help and confidential understanding are not available. The world is not simply stern, and is full of more than fear. You are not alone in your needs, nor should you be ashamed of them. Rise above and others will be inspired to rise with you. — By Len Wallick
Sagittarius (Nov. 22-Dec. 22) — Why not you? You see at least some others attain their aspirations nearly every day. There is no reason you cannot do the same. It’s been done. There is no reason to think it can’t be done again, and by you. Yet, you know that certain things have to happen. Either you have to follow a proven path to success, or invent a better way. In your case, invention should not be out of the question. While some perspiration will undoubtedly be necessary for you, creative inspiration deserves its place in your scheme of things. The likely scenario will go like this: imagine a solution that none have envisioned before. Then look to manifest your vision with old tools that have collected dust because others see no use in them. — By Len Wallick
Capricorn (Dec. 22-Jan. 20) — Leave enough room inside so that your heart can move you. At the same time, strive to discern being guided by your heart from being thrown off course by thoughtless impulse. There is nothing wrong with being restless. You know from experience, however, that allowing your itches to control you only adds to your discomfort in the long run. Rather than scratch yourself from distraction into injury, consider trying something new. Look for and address the cause of what keeps home from feeling like home. Instead of flaying yourself, seek to heal yourself whenever you feel uncomfortable in your own skin. Try being very deliberate to start off with. Don’t attempt to assuage everything at once. Take one thing at a time. — By Len Wallick
Aquarius (Jan. 20-Feb. 19) — It’s likely you have made some discoveries this year that have been very useful and nourishing for you. Furthermore, you know on some level of your consciousness that your revelations should not be kept under a bushel basket. That you have valuable lessons to share goes without saying. It’s how you inform or instruct that will be the crucial factor in determining whether your own inspirations go forth and multiply by inspiring others. Consider, for example, that your most effective style of learning may not necessarily be your most productive style of teaching. Should you attempt to convey what has worked for you, consider how to get it done in ways that don’t demean or discount what works for others. — By Len Wallick
Pisces (Feb. 19-March 20) — You don’t need to be intriguing for its own sake. There is more than enough about you that is interesting; you need not build a facade of mystery that will only fall apart once others get to know you. Have confidence that there is an authentic depth beneath any insecurities you may feel. Let this be the first day of a rewarding life in which you feel no need to fabricate anything to impress others. Focus on being authentic at every turn. Practice transparency, especially if you perceive a risk in doing so. Don’t worry about whether others are being insincere or disingenuous. Tend to your own portrayal, and you will see through every other. In this simple, straightforward way, the truth will indeed set you free. — By Len Wallick