Sunday Zodiac October 9

You are concerned with preserving the usual and are stable and methodical in your ways of keeping everything the same. You resist change and may have trouble initiating change--once on the move--you are indomitable. A kind of romantic thinking characterizes your approach to life now. This could mean a longing for a soul mate or a yearning to save the world. Community or family concerns may hold your interest this afternoon. There is an interest in bringing people together. This could mean that you become involved in developing communications between neighbors, friends or family--healing. Others want to help you in whatever you decide your quest is--you will find all the support or help you need is available.

Making peace with the past is essential now, and it's the only way you can get to the future you want. Ignore this and the questions about the past will never go away. People who cannot help themselves pay a bigger role in your life now: do unto others. Meditation brings self-awareness, and that can set you free from being a prisoner of your own plan. Sometimes lazy and perhaps a bit absent-minded, you would benefit from making a list of your goals . . . long-term and short-term. This will bring some focus into your day as well as recognizing progress. Make it a point to mark off at least two of the most important things on your list. This is a day where you can get your personal needs met and much can be accomplished--emotionally and physically.

Your happiest times all month are the days, like this day, when you spend time with friends in group activities. Spiritual practices and some charity work may be involved in making this a rewarding time. You may find yourself being put to good use by your friends and this should go rather smoothly. You have quick answers, great wit and a surplus of insights and solutions today. This is a good time to write and communicate with real originality. Inventions and breakthroughs are possible. Everything conspires to value and to bring out your unique and unusual qualities. You may find that someone close to you understands and is supportive of your eccentricities. You could feel loving and warm to those around you and you are appreciative of your own life.

This may be a challenging day where you can use your skills and expertise to solve problems and feel successful. You may be teaching in a religious setting or you could be working with a few co-workers to help you on this day. You may find that your personal growth depends on how you can handle some very sensitive psychological material coming up now. Perhaps the people you are communicating with today have plenty of questions for you--regardless of what job you are undertaking. You can take control and rise above whatever stress you experience at this time. You will benefit from investigative insights and getting to the heart of things. Enjoy a sunset or, if possible, get away from the city lights this evening, perhaps with a loved one.

This Sunday may be challenging, but it is quite gratifying when you look back to see the accomplishments you make in such a short time. This could mean that some project is completed successfully or you help a friend install the border around a vegetable garden. Whatever the case, you seem to have the energy and enthusiasm to keep up with the requirements of the day. Time away from regular responsibilities this afternoon gives you new insight and renewed appreciation of just where you are in your life?s path at this time. Opinions and beliefs of different cultures have an appeal for you. There is an urge to study religious, cultural or philosophical controversies: crusades that have a way of stirring your blood.

If you need a loan, the first of next week brings high probabilities of being granted a loan. Get the necessary papers together now, especially if this is something you want at the beginning of next week. Social affairs are wonderful ways in which to network. Accept the invitations that will be coming now and through the end of this month. Neighbors or relatives, brothers or sisters in particular, can be subjects for concern on the home front today. It may take some effort and patience on your part to keep things on an even keel. Remember that there is a tendency to be out of touch or uncommunicative just now; listen to your conversations and be your own judge as to how you want to improve your communication skills in order to be most clear. Hugs are healing.

Independence, a need for freedom and an interest in trying new and different things may take hold of you now. You may behave in unusual or unconventional ways. You could also have an interest in the exotic or in eccentric friends. Breaking away and upsetting the trend of the moment may be the name of the game. A much more adventurous you will emerge. However, be careful that you do not become some sort of a speed demon. This urge to speed may be at your command for a good long time. The thrill of the chase, the smell of the greasepaint or the roar of the crowd is what gets your juices flowing now that you have entered a new cycle. To be appreciated, to be admired--adored, even--is what you desire. Make your passions positive.

Deeper levels of consciousness open up for you now. You may be a bit quiet because you are especially impressionable. You are psychically aware of the deepest inner feelings of others. A soul-mate experience--or the yearning for one--can change your whole approach to relationships. There is a tendency to see someone as though he or she were on a pedestal and to measure him or her against an ideal. If you put people on pedestals, they are bound to fall and you could experience some disappointments. This is not the most practical time to get into a close partnership, regardless of how alluring the prospect. Dive into some activities this afternoon with your friends. Short or long trips bring wonderful adventures your way.

This whole month gives you the opportunity to work on focus and understanding. Understand your feelings and take responsibility for them--you will jump ahead in the game of life many, many steps. You can demonstrate great understanding and sensitivity to the needs of others just now. You are in a good position to communicate concerning groups and society in general. You could be most persuasive with others and moving in speech and communication. The situation is a natural for self-expression and lends itself to your particular thinking. You may find yourself in charge of a sports team or teaching manners to young people. A good conversation with those you love is possible. You might enjoy updating the photo album this evening.

Friends may take control of most of your day today--you do not mind. You love a social life--friends and relationships play a major role in your makeup. You draw emotional sustenance and a sense of security from ideals, friends and social involvement. You love to communicate and discuss ideas with other people. Your ideas are always fair and impartial, especially when it comes to helping others and perhaps in helping further charity organizations. You are at your mental best when you are communicating with others. This evening you are highly motivated when it comes to a particular romantic relationship and you may find yourself showing off your best attire for a special event. Keep grounded with your own emotions, perhaps gardening.

Confidence and conviction are keynotes of a new phase you have begun. There is power behind your ideas and the way you gain attention for your viewpoint. Religious, cultural or philosophical controversies and crusades have a way of stirring your blood. Travel and adventure are compelling temptations as you dare to test your character and stretch your horizons. Sympathy and understanding are emotional qualities that take on a greater importance. You have plenty of enthusiasm and warm up to people quickly. You have an inner self-confidence that burns with its own light. Your taste in art and appreciation in general are heightened today and you may find yourself creating or enjoying a visit to an art show this day.

Communicating and getting your message across to others is at a high just now. Your timing should be perfect and those around you should find you most spontaneous. Romance, recreation and creativity take on an inspirational and perhaps wildly idealized quality now. Such experiences can be truly soul-stirring. Someone you care about--a child or lover perhaps--may have difficulty distinguishing fantasy and reality. Experimenting with different types of music may help you to unveil the different types of moods. Music can be enchanting but some music can be quite grounding. You have real vision and insight into the unity that ties this world together. You find new ways to bring people together--to unify situations.