August Snoozescopes

WITH ANGIE BANICKI

Aries (Mar 21 - Apr 19)

Influenced by Knight of Cups

"Optimistic people play a disproportionate role in shaping our lives.  Their decisions make a difference; they are inventors, entrepreneurs, political and military leaders – not average people.  They got to where they are by seeking challenges and taking risks."

– DANIEL KAHNEMAN

Aries, you are working through some BIG emotions this month.  A big part of your work is to let yourself feel AND EVEN MORE IMPORTANTLY EXPRESS such emotions.  No pushing down.  No making excuses.  No pretending or ignoring.  FEEL the pain.  Feel the anger.  Feel the excitement and hope.  FEEL THE LOVE.  Feel it all.  Next, be more like the penguin this month.  Did you know penguins take turns being on the outer edge of the huddle?  They protect the others on the inside.  They know it’s a matter of life and death that they work together.  Be like a penguin.

Sleep potion: Go read about the Egyptian god Horus. Horus is the ruler of the sky and often depicted as the falcon.

Taurus (Apr 20 - May 20)

Influenced by The Devil

"One often contradicts an opinion when what is uncongenial is really the tone in which it was conveyed."

– FRIEDRICH NIETZSCHE 

You are coming to the closure of an era Taurus.  Life is almost ready to catapult you into the next.  But before you get ahead of yourself and start planning your future – it feels more important than ever to honor where you are right now.  Look at how you are showing up for others.  Use extra kind words.  Do not escalate hostile conversations.  Show up with more maturity.  Bring calm and loving into every interaction as much as you possibly can.  You WILL be tested.  Show us all how we can be better.  Family is extra important this month.

Sleep potion:  Read a book on love.  Read the Gene Keys by Richard Rudd.  Read a novel that rips at your heartstrings.  Keep yourself in heart before bed.

Gemini (May 21 - June 20)

Influenced by Two of Swords

"We learned about honesty and integrity – that the truth matters….that you don’t take shortcuts or play by your own set of rules…and success doesn’t count unless you earn it fair and square."

– MICHELLE OBAMA

Do the hustle with radical honesty this month Gemini.  Clarity is dropping in for you around some work direction this month so allow some small steps to be revealed.  But more importantly clarity is dropping in regarding relationship issues.  You are being shown how NOT to be manipulative in getting what you need from others.  You just have to keep dropping into deeply felt integrity and honesty.  Not only will you feel better but you will see how you can help others find courage within themselves without needing to force or direct anything.  Just be your best self.  Things that play out now will have a great impact on your future!

Sleep potion: Down dog. Camel pose.  Pigeon.  Do some yoga before bed.  Bring it back into your body.

Cancer (June 21 - July 22)

Influenced by Eight of Cups

"Imperfection is beauty, madness is genius and it’s better to be absolutely ridiculous than absolutely boring."

– MARILYN MONROE

Cancer, you feel different.  The pressure valve has been released.  You have let go with trying to be perfect.  You are owning what you can do – without needing to be more than that.  The theme of imperfection is screaming in the most beautiful way.  It’s as if you can feel how much more powerful and gorgeous you are when you aren’t trying to fit into the mold you’ve created as perfect.  This shows life is about to get easier and more fun!  You trust yourself and your path and your abilities in a way you haven’t been able to land in in the past.  Own it.  Get yourself to be by the Ocean this month if you can!

Sleep potion: Write down one thing you did in your own weird way before bed.  I had dessert for breakfast today.

Leo (July 23 - Aug 22)

Influenced by Queen of Swords

"I like nonsense; it wakes up the brain cells."

– DR. SEUSS

Nonsense is your word for August Leo.  No sense.  Do not try to make sense of things now.  Instead dive deeper into your imagination and create possibilities from there.  When you find your mind trying to make a decision or make sense of that work problem, that love issue.  Turn it off.  And turn up the music.  Your inner truth will speak to you in the most beautiful nonsensical way and you’ll remember yourself.  And that will make all the sense you need in life.  (and if there is anything you absolutely need to know it will show up in your flow and you’ll have forgotten you even needed an answer because it will just come in flow.)

Sleep potion:  Exercise will support your sleep this month.  Get into that amazing Soul Cycle class or go for the longest walk with your headphones in.

Virgo (Aug 23 - Sep 22) 

Influenced by King of Cups

"I’m not wise, but the beginning of wisdom is there; it’s like relaxing into – and an acceptance of – things."

– TINA TURNER

You are exactly where you need to be.  Let me say that again – you are exactly where you need to be.  Can you accept that Virgo?  There is nothing more to do right now.  There is nothing more to do right now.   Can you give yourself a day of nothing?  And by nothing I mean – some yoga, some dishes, some fun cooking and some gratitude?  Your mind wants more.  Your mind sees others and expectations and desires.  For now, let’s thank our mind for our ambition and then relax right now.  Go listen to Beautiful Life the Native American Meditation and help your mind out to remember to forget.

Sleep potion:  Try sleeping on the floor?  Or the couch?  Switch it up and rewire your thoughts a bit.

Libra (Sept 23 - Oct 22) 

Influenced by Strength

"Words are singularly the most powerful force available to humanity.  We can choose to use this force constructively with words of encouragement, or destructively using words of despair.  Words have energy and power with the ability to help, to heal, to hinder, to hurt, to harm, to humiliate and to humble."

– YEHUDA BERG

You are strong and powerful, Libra.  You can handle everything life is giving you now and if it feels like too much, take this message as a sign it’s nothing you can't handle!  Your creative channel is ON FIRE now and so much wants to come through you so show up for ALL of it.  Projects are picking up steam.  Ideas are dropping in like bombs exploding up the limiting thoughts that kept you small.  It’s time to live in more bliss.  This is the month to also keep it moving so if you are feeling stuck or like procrastinating – go for a run or go do hot yoga.  The energy needs to keep moving to remain in your strength and power.  (If you can't workout, force yourself to write or draw – this will keep it moving as well!)

Sleep potion: Nightly pre bedtime walks feel like a dream.

Scorpio (Oct 23 - Nov 21)

Influenced by Justice

"You gain strength, courage, and confidence by every experience in which you really stop to look fear in the face.  You are able to say to yourself, ‘I lived through this horror.  I can take the next thing that comes along."

– ELEANOR ROOSEVELT

The paralysis is lifting or has lifted, Scorpio.  I know you know what I am talking about.  Those fears that have been holding you back.  For some of you a little nagging that has kept you in and small.  For some of you huge paralyzing moments of not feeling like you can move forward on what you KNOW you want.  Guess what?  It’s time.  The barrier is moving.  Step into your most confident self!  Can you hang a GOOD JOB sign next to your bed? On your fridge?  Your feelings are flowing again as well!  You can share the truth of your longing and desires.  Relationships can improve because you love yourself again.

Sleep potion: Write your favorite quote out and post it where you can see it before bed!  (hopefully a motivational one! Or write your own!)

Sagittarius (Nov 22 - Dec 21)

Influenced by 6 of Wands

"When we recognize the virtues, the talent, the beauty of Mother Earth, something is born in us, some kind of connection, love is born."

– THICH NHAT HANH

Showing up for those you love is most important this month Sag.  Pour your love and joy into those friends and family who need you now.  And when you’ve poured all that love out.  Find connection to others as well.  Give extra compliments when you grab your morning coffee at the shop.  Smile as you peruse the farmer’s market.  These simple connections are all the joy you need now.  Let them reflect back to you and lift you back up into your truest best self.  Let them inspire your creative gifts – as I have a feeling something powerful is coming through there as well.  And maybe hugely inspired by one of these connections.

Sleep potion: Music.  Make a fun sleep playlist!

Capricorn (Dec 22 - Jan 19)

Influenced by Queen of Pentacles

"The happiness of your life depends upon the quality of your thoughts: therefore, guard accordingly, and take care that you entertain no notions unsuitable to virtue and reasonable nature."

– MARCUS AURELIUS

Giving you a to-do list this month Cappy.  1. Watch your words and thoughts.  Be careful in how you might be hurting others or hurting yourself with your thoughts and words.  This is a big TO-DO!  2.  Call your mom!  Tell her you love her and thank her for being your mom.  3.  Put in your work now.  Don’t be afraid to do extra when you are loving what you are doing.  This focus now feels fertile.  4.  Teamwork makes the dreamwork.  Work on your relationships!

Sleep potion:  Do some gardening!  Or spend some extra time in nature.  This will support your sleep cycles extra this month.

Aquarius (Jan 20 - Feb 18)

Influenced by 6 of Swords

"Give people the benefit of the doubt, over and over again, and do the same for yourself.  Believe that you’re trying and that they’re trying.  See the good in others, so it brings out the best in you."

– LIZ NEWMAN

Love and partnership is a theme this month, Aquarius.  First take a minute and think of your most important relationships.  Yes, your lover.  Maybe your brother or mother too?  Maybe that coworker or investor who you depend on a lot.  You are learning more about yourself through these relationships this month.  You are learning how to work things out more smoothly and with more love.  Show up with forgiveness and trust as much as you possibly can.   If you’re going on a trip, spend extra time working on your relationship.  Give extra.  Give love.  Give. Give. Give.

Sleep potion:  Extra cuddles this month.  Even if that’s with your puppy or kids!

Pisces (Feb 19 - Mar 20)

Influenced by 10 of Cups

"We keep moving forward, opening new doors, and doing new things, because we’re curious and curiosity keeps leading us down new paths."

– WALT DISNEY

Get ready for some career breakthroughs Pisces!  All you need to do is stay curious.  The universe is bringing you some breakthrough ideas and offers.  Keep exploring and open.  While also being grateful where you are at.  You are being given extra time for family and love and let yourself enjoy and explore that too.  No need to rush this process.  Find contentment in the joys of your children, your garden, your lovely chef creations.  And then sneak away when you get that inspiration that strikes and must be put to paper or talked out with your business partner!

Sleep potion:  Fresh air is it for you Pisces.  Go camping!  Sleep with the windows open?  Go for a late night walk.