August 2008

This month makes it crystal clear that the most selfless, loving thing you can do right now is to take better care of yourself. By doing that, you ensure the likelihood that others will be able to enjoy you far into the future. Once you've gotten really good at managing your own thoughts, habits and lifestyle, you'll have plenty of helpful tips to pass on to others. Instead of settling for feeling sub par every other day, make the effort - turn it into a hobby - to explore different ways to improve your happiness and wellness. It might be complicated, but will be manageable if you approach it one step at a time. Get the support you need while making big decisions and changes in your life. Don't silently sweat it all by yourself. You might not realize how happy others would be to pay you back for some of the kindnesses you've done for them over the years. Ask for a little help - and don't think for a minute that you owe anyone anything. What you're going through right now, whether it's a job drama, a family issue, school decision or health alert, is the canary in the coalmine. While you've focused heavily on one person or aspect of your life, a number of other aspects have also been affected. It's time to take a more holistic approach to problem solving. It's also time to stop giving virtually everyone else the power, mostly by blaming them for your unhappiness. (Hey - who's in charge here - you or someone else?) Rebuild your health and happiness one step at a time, and don't expect instant results or much applause from others. Most people are so engaged in their own drama that they barely notice what others are doing or saying. It's enough for you to focus wholeheartedly on YOU - no distractions or excuses. This is your big transformation and self-improvement month. Go get 'em, Pisces! Monthly touchstone: Bronzite.

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