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Free Will Astrology week of March 22

Aries, I want to confer upon you a diploma for your new advanced degree from the School of Hard Knocks.
Rob Brezsny

ARIES (March 21-April 19): The “School of Hard Knocks” is an old-fashioned idiom referring to the unofficial and accidental course of study available via life’s tough experiences. The wisdom one gains through this alternate approach to education may be equal or even superior to the knowledge that comes from a formal university or training program. […]

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Remaining Chased Pedal To The Settle

After you’ve had your heart broken, it’s tempting to opt for romantic safety
Amy Alkon

I have a history of terrible relationships that end in awful heartbreak. The advice I keep getting is to date down — get together with a man who is less attractive than I am and who likes me a little more than I like him. I was kind of into the idea of equality on […]

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Free Will Astrology week of March 15

Rob Brezsny

PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20): Although her work is among the best Russian literature of the twentieth century, poet Marina Tsvetayeva lived in poverty. When fellow poet Rainer Maria Rilke asked her to describe the kingdom of heaven, she said, “Never again to sweep floors.” I can relate. To earn a living in my early adulthood, […]

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Whim Chill Factor & Full Meddle Jackie

Men can experience a sort of temporary amnesia in the moment
Amy Alkon

A guy I know through mutual friends finally asked for my number, claiming he’d like to see more of me. I was elated, but he never called. After a month, I gave up hope, feeling puzzled and, honestly, kind of hurt. Why do men get your number if they’re never going to call or text? […]

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Free Will Astrology week of March 8

Pisces: You are potentially on the verge of an unprecedented breakthrough
Rob Brezsny

PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20): According to my assessment of the astrological omens, you’re in a favorable phase to gain more power over your fears. You can reduce your susceptibility to chronic anxieties. You can draw on the help and insight necessary to dissipate insidious doubts that are rooted in habit but not based on objective […]

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