Saturday, March 13, 2010 Previous editions
Today can remind you of everything you thought would be accomplished by now, but don't fall into the trap of stressing over things that cannot be altered. There's no need to be self-critical; just continue to do what makes the most sense with the understanding that you'll feel a surge forward in the next couple of weeks.
You would be fine if you were able to attend to your own needs, but you may have to set them aside in order to be fully present for others. Whether it's family or friends, or a conflict between them, you'll do better if you keep your worries to yourself for now and focus your attention on external circumstances instead of yourself.
Although you are often a champion at holding the tension of two opposing perspectives, today's dilemma is more complex because there doesn't seem to be a balance point. Unfortunately, logic continues to fall short of delivering a positive solution. If possible, let the ambiguity remain unresolved until your direction becomes more apparent.
You want to let your dreams come true and would love to plan your life accordingly, but there are unrelenting responsibilities and issues about money that you must face. Rather than ignoring your current obligations today, you may need to postpone the things you would do if you were truly following the vision of your life purpose.
You may feel as if your efforts are being blocked in little ways that are more annoying than debilitating. It's easy to believe that you could overcome a real obstacle by concentrating your attention and simply doing what is required but today you might face one thing after another that eventually wears you down, even if each separate situation is quite manageable.
It's difficult to understand what motivates others today and your lack of comprehension can create stress between you and a friend or partner. However, the truth is that you might just want more clarity than someone else can offer and although you claim to know what makes you tick, it's possible that another person's uncertainty puts you in touch with your own.
You may be willing to change your schedule, but going along with the flow could make you feel agitated when you think about what you would rather be doing. It's easy to work yourself into a state of anxiety if you believe you made a wrong decision. Don't second guess yourself; you can always return to your own agenda tomorrow.
You may be losing faith in other people's ability to deliver on their promises, but it's wise to hold a mirror up to yourself before judging anyone else too harshly. The truth is that the difference between your intentions and your actions may be painfully obvious to you now, so you see it more clearly in everyone else.
You've been very busy and could really use a day of downtime but the other part of you is itching to get out and do something fun. Even if you are tired, you don't want to miss an opportunity for an adventure. Although these two ideas seem quite different, try to create a day that allows you to honour both agendas.
You would prefer a simpler day with less activity, but you don't really have a choice today. Others are relying on you and you don't want to let them down. If you try to make anyone feel guilty about your sacrifices, it will only make your day worse. Instead of focusing your attention on what you wish you were doing, just show up with the best attitude possible.
You may be acutely aware of your emotions now and how they distract you from what you want to communicate to someone close to you. You may even be afraid of starting the conversation because you know you won't be able to remain logical. Although it's sometimes difficult for you to express your feelings because they make you uncomfortably vulnerable, it's time to push up against your fears.
Even when you don't know where you are going, you are a champion of figuring it out along the way. Today, however, you might not be able to clearly see your destination through the fog of your own fantasies. Don't try to control the flow of events now; instead let the currents carry you and then make adjustments to your direction once clarity begins to return.
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