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You are so quick to respond to those around you that it might appear as if you have something to hide. Your feelings are deep and complex now and yet your desire to be in the moment can cause you to miss the buried intensity. Don't be afraid to enter conversations that lead you towards uncertain ground. It's in these places of not-knowing that your truths will be expressed.
You want to meet your obligations today, but may be fearful about making a promise that you cannot keep. You are particularly aware of your own shortcomings and don't want to set yourself up for failure. However, being overly concerned about your ability to follow through is counter-productive. It's of no value to judge the current situation by what you did or didn't do in the past.
It's challenging today to keep your dreams from slipping into a place that feels uncomfortable. It's not that your best fantasies turn into nightmares; it's just that something comes to light that allows you to see an imperfection in your current strategy. Don't waste time worrying about what could happen. Instead, incorporate the new information into your plan and act on what has been revealed.
You are a champ at sinking into the deep recesses of your subconscious mind, but today's inner journey might not be so easy. Current relationship tensions may require you to face a serious issue. You could get yourself into trouble if you believe that you can take control and manipulate everything to go your way. However, you are in for a real treat if you surrender to your feelings.
Although you can bump into a few old fears along the way to satisfaction today, the prognosis is generally good. Whether you're worrying about abandonment, professional failure or letting someone down, being forthright about your concerns is healthy as long as you don't dwell on them. Happiness arrives on a winding road now if you are willing to take a few detours as you go along.
Perhaps you dream about cashing in on your current life to go help earthquake victims. Or maybe you compare yourself to someone like Mother Teresa, only to realise how far you fall short of your ideal. Fortunately, this process can be very healthy if you don't take it too far. In the meantime, find something you can to do improve someone's life in a small way and then do it today.
It's easy to imagine the great works of art you could produce if only you were as talented as one of the masters. Imagine what you would do if you didn't have to think about earning a living or handling everyday responsibilities. However, don't give yourself a reason not to express yourself. Make time today for a creative endeavour as a way to get in touch with your playful side.
It's a dead end to create scenarios fuelled by what your life might have been like if only this or that happened differently. Today it's tempting to dream of going back and changing a critical event. However, there is a distinct gulf between these fantasies and the way in which your life is playing out. Remember, change can only happen in the here and now.
You may be so eager to get things done today that you are distracted from something quite significant. You could miss an important but subtle message if you don't take time to listen to what your subconscious is trying to tell you about your relationship with someone close to you. Don't be so cavalier and lightly pass off the symbolism of a fantasy or dream.
Trying to reach your goals is admirable, but it's helpful to remember why you set them in the first place. Dealing with money issues and other obligations is an ongoing chore, so don't miss this opportunity to expand your horizons and increase your options before you make any significant decisions.
It may seem as if you haven't been like your old self for years with dreamy Neptune in your sign for the last decade. Now it's time to look back and think about all the changes you've been through, especially the ones that elude logical understanding. You are in a gradual transition phase, and your realisations today could be instrumental in making the choices that will redefine your life in years to come.
You are ready to plow ahead, but first you must have one more long drink from the cup of nostalgia. Delving into your past could be a helpful endeavour, but it also can become self-indulgent if you use it to escape from reality. Although you long for a spiritual connection with the cosmos, there are opportunities for love and money in the present moment that you would be wise to pursue.
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