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September/October 2001 Starscope
Starscope: September - October 2001

by Carol Roland, MA

Carol Roland

For all signs: The energy patterns during each year give new opportunity to learn the developmental skills you may not have fully acquired. In the Spring like the newborn we have a renewed time to appreciate the senses we have been given to experience this world. As summer progresses you move toward a time of individualization. The next two months will give opportunity to process all experiences you have had as an individual and decide who you are and what you want to experience. You will then be ready to move on to forming healthy relationships in all areas of your life.

The following information applies in general for each sun sign. The ascendant sign, if known, would give additional specific information.

^ Aries (March 21 - April 20) Aries need to be willing to slow down a bit and take the time to analyze themselves and their relationships. You can be too quick to say, "This is not working." and move on to explore new territory. Leaving may end up being the only answer, but first you need to take a closer look at the pros and cons of any situation.

_ Taurus (April 21 - May 20) You will have opportunity to begin a new relationship or develop a different perspective on an existing one. Communicating what you want and how you feel will be the theme lesson for you during this time. Learning this will make the difference in creating the life you would prefer.

` Gemini (May 21 - June 21) You will have an opportunity to get a better perspective on situations involving your home and the creative playful part of yourself. Take the time to imagine and begin to create your ideal instead of adapting yourself to the wishes of others.

a Cancer (June 22 - July 22) Your key for change is to practice stating positive statements about yourself and others. As you become grateful for the good things in your life you will find yourself noticing more positive things appearing for you, many may have been there all along.

b Leo(July 23 - August 22) Friendships will be important to you during this time and will assist you to see yourself in a more positive way. Analyze your own philosophies and values. You may have to let go of some beliefs that seem to work for others but not for you.

c Virgo (August 23 - September 22) This could be a good time period to promote yourself in personal and professional situations. To be successful though, you must start to move away from the traditional ways of doing things - "step out of the box." Be willing to adapt or adjust your original idea. Ask for feedback and help.

d Libra (September 23 - October 23) Before you can be in a relationship with others you have to like and respect yourself. Are you losing yourself to please others due to a fear of being alone? Focus on the path that matches your values and choose the people in your life who complement not distract.

e Scorpio (October 24 - November 22) Some Scorpio's may need to learn to communicate their feelings, but most will need to practice listening. Look at the traits you have that may be blocking what you really want from life. Accept or change what is necessary to be able to be comfortable with yourself and your life.

f Sagittarius (November 23 - December 21) Sagittarians have a tendency to focus on a broader picture as a defense against really looking at their own specific issues. Listen for reflections of yourself in the people closest to you. Heal yourself, then you can start forming healthier relationships.

g Capricorn (December 22 - January 20) You have been unconsciously recreating your childhood relationship models. Time to learn to relate to a partner as an equal. The energy continues to help you end the chaotic self-sabotaging defenses you created against past emotional hurts.

h Aquarius (January 21 - February 18) Let your personal values be your guide to relationships that truly reflect what you want to be (who you are inside). Don't settle or compromise at this time. Be brave enough to make the needed changes.

i Pisces (February 19 - March 20) Practice learning the fine distinction between being discriminating and self-sabotage. You can be so critical of yourself and others that you avoid relationships. But you also can stumble into trouble by focusing on one small positive trait in a potential relationship and totally missing a disastrous bigger picture.

Astrologer and Feng Shui Consultant, Carol Roland is an RN with a Masters degree in counseling psychology. She combines over 25 years of counseling and design experience to assist in the creation of joyful relationships, within yourself and with your outer world. She can be reached in Portland at(503)643-1831 or by e-mail: carolroland@aol.com.