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Your Stars This Week for May 01, 2016

Your Stars This Week by by Stella Wilder
by Stella Wilder
Your Stars This Week | May 1st, 2016

The coming week will see some of the pressure and stress of the past week or two lift slightly, allowing everyone to relax just a bit and breathe a little more deeply. This doesn't mean, however, that the time should be frittered away; on the contrary, there is much to be done -- in most cases, it will involve preparation for events, developments and activities of the near future. While enjoying a little less strain in his or her daily life, no individual should neglect what lies just around the corner; anyone who chooses to ignore tomorrow and live only for today is sure to find that past pressures were nothing compared to what loom ahead. The only way to keep things from getting worse is to be engaged and vigilant, even while enjoying a welcome respite from all that has been going on.

Those with a creative bent may discover that this is a very good week to start a new creative project, as energy and inspiration are on the rise. For some, this means working alone to produce something that raises the bar and sets one apart; for others, it means welcome collaboration.

ARIES (March 21-April 4) -- Cooperate with anyone you find yourself working with, and the results can be quite remarkable. Don't judge hastily. (April 5-April 19) -- You can get a great deal out of a situation that doesn't initially strike you as having a great deal of potential.

TAURUS (April 20-May 5) -- You may find yourself worrying about someone who can usually take care of him- or herself. News you receive ups the ante. (May 6-May 20) -- You are willing to sacrifice only so much for the cause. There will come a time when you must draw the line.

GEMINI (May 21-June 6) -- Your eagerness to get started as the week opens may be transformed into apprehension as you encounter obstacles you did not expect. (June 7-June 20) -- You can overcome almost anything -- unless, of course, you fool yourself into believing you are untouchable.

CANCER (June 21-July 7) -- What is available to you may not be quite as useful as you had hoped -- in the conventional sense. Your creativity shines, however. (July 8-July 22) -- You are able to step in and do something that wins you praise -- and a certain amount of tangible reward as well.

LEO (July 23-Aug. 7) -- You are surrounded by information, but you may feel at a loss throughout much of the week. Only instinct can solve your problem. (Aug. 8-Aug. 22) -- Your memory of a certain past event may differ slightly from that of an expert, but that difference will be significant.

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 7) -- You're eager to see what can come of a new plan or idea, but take care! You don't want to put the wheels in motion prematurely. (Sept. 8-Sept. 22) -- You may not be able to read your boss as easily as you had hoped, but you can trust that you are in good hands.

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 7) -- You must be willing to work longer and harder to complete a project that cannot be left unfinished. Much is riding on this! (Oct. 8-Oct. 22) -- You are more than qualified to do the job that has fallen to you, but that doesn't mean you're going to like it very much.

SCORPIO (Oct. 23-Nov. 7) -- You will want to hold your ground and see how far your rival is willing to go to best you. He or she is likely to retreat. (Nov. 8-Nov. 21 -- You may want to spend your downtime preparing for something you know is soon to be upon you. You must be ready for it!

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 7 -- A reunion of sorts revives your spirits and inspires you to a new level of accomplishment. (Dec. 8-Dec. 21) -- Those who know you best are likely to recognize something about your behavior that concerns them, but it's not something to talk about yet.

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 6) -- You can get a great deal done by employing unorthodox methods and trusting in timing to give you a needed boost. (Jan. 7-Jan. 19) -- Others are likely to learn a great deal from you, especially when it comes to preparation and outfitting yourself well.

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 3) -- You're not likely to agree with certain official policies, but you're going to have to toe the line and do things correctly. (Feb. 4-Feb. 18) -- You'll be interested in someone not only for what he or she brings to the table, but because of a "certain something."

PISCES (Feb. 19-March 5) -- You'll be affected by a change in routine initiated by someone who is closely associated with you. (March 6-March 20) -- You're going to have to do some things backward to accommodate someone else's lopsided agenda. It may be fun!

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Your Stars This Week for April 24, 2016

Your Stars This Week by by Stella Wilder
by Stella Wilder
Your Stars This Week | April 24th, 2016

The coming week will require most individuals to govern themselves with a firmer hand than usual as they navigate rough, potentially hazardous waters in an attempt to land themselves on a distant shore that provides the calm and solace they are so eager to attain. Some may find themselves overwhelmed by their workloads as projects heat up and due dates converge. Others may encounter difficulty as a result of being asked to do things that are perhaps just one step beyond their level of expertise. Some will find that the trouble encountered is not of their own making at all, but instead the result of circumstances that could not possibly have been anticipated. In all cases, the governing of emotion and steering of intellect will be the keys to success.

Not everyone will have to go it alone, of course. Indeed, in many cases, help will be at hand all week long -- but there's help ... and then there's help! Some may find that it would have been better to work alone, as working with assistance may require a level of attention and instruction that takes up even more time and energy.

ARIES (March 21-April 4) -- You may need to arm yourself with all manner of evidence so that others will take you seriously and give you the road. (April 5-April 19) -- You're eager to enjoy a little time to yourself, but it's not likely to be yours until your work is done.

TAURUS (April 20-May 5) -- You may have to work with someone who doesn't understand how much time it takes to get things right. This can be frustrating! (May 6-May 20) -- You may need to interrupt yourself on several occasions to ensure that everything is progressing properly.

GEMINI (May 21-June 6) -- The more you worry over a task or problem, the more energy you will needlessly expend. Stay focused on doing the work! (June 7-June 20) -- You're still waiting for some information that is key to your decision-making. It may be time to force the issue.

CANCER (June 21-July 7) -- You may find that it is better for you to get an earlier start than usual each day -- and that may well be early, indeed! (July 8-July 22) -- Someone you've known for quite some time offers you a lifeline of sorts. Grab it, and you'll enjoy a rejuvenating opportunity.

LEO (July 23-Aug. 7) -- You're eager to see what waits for you around the next corner or over the next hill, but first you have to get there! Be patient. (Aug. 8-Aug. 22) -- The kind of salvation you're looking for may not be available just yet. You must keep working away in the same old vein for a while.

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 7) -- You keep thinking you can put the finishing touches on a project, but technical problems keep holding you back. (Sept. 8-Sept. 22) -- You may wonder if others are as willing as you are to do what is necessary. Proof will come to you in an unusual fashion.

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 7) -- If you find yourself at cross-purposes with someone, call a halt to all related activities until the problem is sorted out. (Oct. 8-Oct. 22) -- You may not have the luxury of stepping back from a problem to think it through objectively, so take all necessary precautions.

SCORPIO (Oct. 23-Nov. 7) -- You may feel as though you're being expected to do things the hard way. Indeed, the easy road seems to be closed to you! (Nov. 8-Nov. 21) -- You can shed light on an issue that no one else seems to appreciate for its importance and timeliness. You may be vindicated.

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 7) -- Others are likely to see things your way only after you spend a good deal of time setting up a vivid demonstration. (Dec. 8-Dec. 21) -- A collaborative effort falls flat, but not because of anything you do. This doesn't mean it won't succeed at a later date.

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 6) -- You mustn't think that you can predict the future with any greater accuracy than usual. You're simply getting lucky! (Jan. 7-Jan. 19) -- Much may seem upside-down and backward to you. Take the time to sort out what you know from what you don't.

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 3) -- Getting things done may depend on your ability to persuade others to do the right things at just the right times. (Feb. 4-Feb. 18) -- You needn't worry that a trusted ally will tire of giving you the assistance you need. He or she is in it for the long haul.

PISCES (Feb. 19-March 5) -- It may not take as long to perform assigned tasks as you had expected, but those you choose for yourself are more complicated! (March 6-March 20) -- You're not willing to lower your standards simply because things have gotten difficult. You'll stay the course!

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Your Stars This Week for April 17, 2016

Your Stars This Week by by Stella Wilder
by Stella Wilder
Your Stars This Week | April 17th, 2016

The coming week will see everyone respond, in his or her own way, to the need to double down on a commitment of some kind. It's not likely to be the same kind of commitment for everyone, but everyone will, one way or another, be compelled to do more, to reach further, to take a greater risk or to commit more resources than perhaps ever before -- all in the name of doing what has been promised and of living up to expectations and one's reputation. Indeed, each individual's standards will be tested: Anyone whose standards are usually high will take it as a matter of course that more must be done; those who are used to compromising may not be able to stretch themselves quite so readily.

For some, the requirements may take choice out of the equation altogether, as financial realities simply require them to do more in the name of mere survival. There is something to be said, however, for maintaining a certain standard of living, and most will not want to allow theirs to be diminished at all.

ARIES (March 21-April 4) -- It will all come down to being yourself. Others may try to force you into an uncomfortable mold, but it's not likely to happen. (April 5-April 19) -- Your care for those under you will be demonstrated in an unusual way. You're not about to let them down!

TAURUS (April 20-May 5) -- You can pick up the pace, but you mustn't endanger those around you. You may have to make a certain personal sacrifice. (May 6-May 20) -- You can work with others to ensure that what you have worked so hard to build isn't taken from you. Stand your ground, by all means.

GEMINI (May 21-June 6) -- You're likely to uncover some information that has you working toward a brand-new goal, but certain key benefits remain constant. (June 7-June 20) -- You'll need to invest in a certain plan in a way that tells others that you're in it for keeps. Don't hedge your bets.

CANCER (June 21-July 7) -- You can take advantage of some downtime to get something done that would otherwise be hanging over you all week long. (July 8-July 22) -- You're becoming more concerned about a situation that others are ignoring. You can take the lead and show everyone what must be done.

LEO (July 23-Aug. 7) -- You'll receive a great many messages that require immediate response, but sometimes someone will have to wait. (Aug. 8-Aug. 22) -- You can take advantage of an unforeseen opportunity, and with a little assistance, you can rise to the top very quickly.

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 7) -- It's your turn. When all is said and done, you'll be able to point to a certain constant as a major comfort. (Sept. 8-Sept. 22) -- Others will be supportive of your hard work, but no one is likely to support an idea that you don't back wholeheartedly.

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 7) -- You may have trouble rearranging your schedule to accommodate a new assignment, but it's really just a matter of priority, isn't it? (Oct. 8-Oct. 22) -- First impressions can truly make all the difference. After that, everything may actually be quite routine.

SCORPIO (Oct. 23-Nov. 7) -- You must be willing to devote a certain amount of time to a problem that is not of your making. Others see you as their savior. (Nov. 8-Nov. 21) -- You may have overstated your case recently. You'll be in a position to demonstrate the reality of the situation.

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 7) -- You can't afford to skip any steps that might put you across the finish line. And don't take any shortcuts with safety! (Dec. 8-Dec. 21) -- You may find the obstacles that lie in your path to be more daunting than usual, but you can surely pull yourself together and overcome them.

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 6) -- No one is likely to tell you how to do things, though you may be beholden to one who has taught you much in the past. (Jan. 7-Jan. 19) -- Others may not see your behavior as selfless, but the fact is that you're doing almost everything for someone else.

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 3) -- You may become engaged in a struggle that requires you to take risks that are much bigger than usual. (Feb. 4-Feb. 18) -- That which speaks to your nobler instincts will be worth your time and effort; avoid anything that seems somehow ignoble.

PISCES (Feb. 19-March 5) -- Your reputation can survive a major threat, provided that all you do comes from the heart. Being genuine is everything. (March 6-March 20) -- You've been waiting long enough for word from afar. You may have to act without it and simply hope for the best.

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