Essence_USA__February_2018

CANCER
June 21 to July 22
Remember the days when a stranger
would spark a casual conversation that
was both intellectually stimulating and
intriguingly sensuous? February may
usher in a new freedom reminiscent of
old courtships. Recent connections or
rekindled relationships could lead to
romance. Be sure to determine your
beau’s intentions. It may save you from
a broken heart and dramatic endings
that could take years to recover from.
LEO
July 23 to August 22
You instantly command attention
whenever you enter a room and
often wish others could do the same.
When they fall short of your
expectations, you bum-rush the
spotlight to show how it’s done. Now
is the perfect time to share your
secret so they can showcase their
talents. Success is much sweeter
when we can achieve it together.
VIRGO
August 23 to September 22
Stack up on your vitamins, sweet
Virgo. You’ll be extremely busy from
sunrise to sunset. To bring balance to
your days, keep a detailed list of what
needs to be done, and when you can’t
do anything more, go to bed. Remember,
you are human, not a machine.
Your health could be compromised if
you push too hard. Perfection is a
popular illusion, so be easy on yourself.
LIBRA
September 23 to October 22
Love, laughter and little ones have the
potential to capture your soul now. To
be compassionate, you must forgive
others and lend unconditional support
wherever it’s needed. Share stories
that may expose your own insecurities
and watch folks reveal theirs. You may
quickly be reminded that we are all
doing our best to make sense of this
thing called life.
SCORPIO
October 23 to November 21
There’s no place like home. The perfect
linen, your favorite pillow and a sip of
your best tea—how great is that?
Although you may feel pulled into
hustling mode, your dwelling is quickly
becoming a safe haven where you can
regain your sanity. Make family and
the foundation it promises your
superpower. Finding simple pleasure
in a home-cooked meal relieves the
pressures of the outside world.
SAGITTARIUS
November 22 to December 21
Sagittarians can be quite selfish.
(That’s right, I said it.) However, that’s
not always a bad thing. You teach the
rest of us about self-care so that we
can offer the best of who we are.
February gives you the chance to
do so by speaking publicly or
starting a blog on the subject of
self-development. Soon the knowledge
you offer may prove to be worth
all the dollars you could ever earn.
CAPRICORN
December 22 to January 19
If you’re at a party, there’s probably a
moneymaking opportunity, as your
practicality generally leads you to
purposeful socializing. You may
receive invitations from friends or
social groups and be forced to
communicate with those unlike your
usual crowd. If you refrain from
judgment, you may learn something
new because of your willingness to
accept other views. Trust the process
of your life by meeting it halfway.
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Horoscope by astrological intuit Sonja Marie (wordlifeastrology.com).
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