And When All Else Fails… Follow Your Horoscope

Those who know me well, are aware that my interest in zodiac signs has recently turned into a daily ritual and somewhat of an obsession since I’ve been at Clark. Perhaps it’s the Daily Horoscope App I downloaded on my iPhone, or an increased curiosity in my Scorpio sign, but most likely my growing fascination with horoscope readings has to do with the immense amount of stress I am currently under. During times of pressure I always tend to dedicate myself to something that will either put me in a better state of mind or give me some insight to the situation at hand. Painting nails, making collages, writing poetry, taking yoga classes; these have all been tactics I have tried to ignore my school work, deal with stress, and calm myself down. Lately, there have been monumental changes in my life, and though I welcome change; a lot has been coming at once. A few weeks ago I turned 20 (making me a November 4th Scorpio), I then formally decided to write an honors thesis and apply to the Accelerated Masters Program for International Development and Social Change, my roommates and I also signed a lease for the apartment we will be living in for the next two years, but in exactly two months I will be living in Cape Town, South Africa for my semester abroad, and I am still adjusting to my sister’s recent move to Berkley, California. Yeahhhh word vomit.. it’s a lot.

My fellow blogger Katie recently wrote a useful survival guide for when one finds themselves drowning in work. Well, I would like to add to her helpful list and say that when you are drowning in LIFE itself, head to the horoscopes. Not only is it a good distraction, but you can apply your reading to basically anything in your present reality and make it applicable- I guess that’s kinda the point. That being said, let me tell you a little about myself:

Sign Main Characteristics:

Scorpios stubbornly cling to emotional attachments. They rarely forget or forgive emotional rejection. They have to learn that jealously and possessiveness are self defeating. Re channeling negative feelings and experiences into constructive activity benefits others, as well as themselves. No other sign has the emotional strength of the Scorpio.

I was born in the year of the Monkey in the Chinese Horoscope with the fixed element being Metal. My Druid is also the Jasmine Tree. Although zodiac signs do not have the final say in who you are and what your future holds, readings (whether valid or not) allow you to self reflect, my ultimate stress reliever. Identifying a task or little something that helps beat that college stress makes all of the difference, no matter how eccentric it may be.

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Interested in your sign? Have some fun:

Aries- March 21 to April 19

Your element: Fire

Your ruling planets: Mars

Symbol: The Ram

Your stone: Ruby

Life Pursuit: The thrill of the moment

Vibration: Enthusiastic

Aries Secret Desire: To lead the way for others

Taurus- April 20 to May 20

Your element: Earth

Your ruling planets: Venus

Symbol: The Bull

Your stone: Emerald

Life pursuit: Emotional and financial security

Vibration: Determined energy

Taurus Secret Desire: To have a secure, happy and healthy life/marriage

Gemini- May 21 to June 20

Your element: Air

Your ruling planets: Mercury

Symbol: The Twins

Your stone: Aquamarine

Life Pursuit: To explore a little bit of everything

Vibration: Intense mental energy

Gemini Secret Desire: To be ahead of the crowd

Cancer- June 21 to July 22

Your element: Water

Your ruling planets: The Moon

Symbol: The Crab

Your stone: Moonstone

Life Pursuit: Constant reassurance and intimacy

Vibration: Moody

Cancer Secret Desire: To feel safe

Leo- July 23 to August 22

Your element: Fire

Your ruling planets: The Sun

Symbol: The Lion

Your stone: Peridot

Life Pursuit: To lead the way

Vibration: Radiant Energy

Leo Secret Desire: To be a star

Vigro- August 23 to September 22

Your element: Earth

Your ruling planets: Mercury

Symbol: The Virgin

Your stone: Sapphire

Life Pursuit: To do the right thing

Vibration: Compassion and caring

Virgo Secret Desire: To love and be loved in return

Libra- September 23 to October 22

Your element: Air

Your ruling planets: Venus

Symbol: The Scales

Your stone: Opals

Life Pursuit: To be consistent

Vibration: Unsteady

Libra Secret Desire: To live an easy, uncomplicated life

Scorpio- October 23 to November 21

Your element: Water

Your ruling planets: Pluto

Symbol: The Scorpion

Your stone: Topaz

Life Pursuit: To survive against all opposition

Vibration: Resilient

Scorpio Secret Desire: To triumph

Sagittarius- November 22 to December 21

Your element: Fire

Your ruling planets: Jupiter

Symbol: The Archer

Your stone: Turquoise

Life Pursuit: To live the good life

Vibration: Overly expressive-frequent burnouts

Sagittarius Secret Desire: To make a difference in the world

Capricorn- December 22 to January 19

Your element: Earth

Your ruling planets: Saturn

Symbol: The Goat

Your stone: Garnet

Life Pursuit: To be proud of their achievements

Vibration: Powerful resilient energy

Capricorn Secret Desire: To be admired by their family and friends and the world at large

Aquarius- January 20 to February 18

Your element: Air

Your ruling planets: Uranus

Symbol: The Water Bearer

Your Stone: Amethyst

Life pursuit: To understand life’s mysteries

Vibration: High frequency

Aquarius Secret Desire: To be unique and original

Pisces- February 19 to March 20

Your element: Water

Your ruling planets: Neptune

Symbol: The Fish

Your stone: Bloodstone

Life Pursuit: To avoid feeling alone and instead feel connected to others and the whole at large

Vibration: Erratic Energy levels

Pisces Secret Desire: To live their dreams and turn fantasies into realities