This full moon eve has a somber tone, and it will be easy to take things more seriously than is really necessary. As a rule, unless a decision is a matter of life or death, it shouldn't be treated with the gravity of such. And though it may seem nearly impossible to lighten up, one can at least resolve not to let things get any heavier.

ARIES (March 21-April 19). Consider turning the video camera on yourself so you can objectively see what others see in you. Your presentation will be key to gaining the respect and buy-in of the people you need to influence now.

TAURUS (April 20-May 20). In the mood to feed your mind, you'll be on the search for intelligent life in the universe wherever you go. You won't be disappointed, either. The bookstore, coffee shop and library are your safest bets for quality conversation.

GEMINI (May 21-June 21). It takes years of conditioning for people to be socially at ease. But if you're naturally inclined toward bonding, the process doesn't seem like work. Your grace is so natural that it appears effortless.

CANCER (June 22-July 22). Your faith that good things are coming your way is what makes it so. Also, your relationship with a happy air sign (Gemini, Libra or Aquarius) helps you stay positive. Replace negativity with optimistic thoughts.

LEO (July 23-Aug. 22). It's one thing to be supportive and quite another to do so unconditionally. You'll prove that you're there for a friend or partner with your unfailingly positive, constructive feedback.

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22). The pursuit of perfection may be futile in that perfection is an impossible standard. But there are excellent near-perfect findings along the way to make such a quest worthwhile.

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 23). Nourishment isn't just about your food choices. Your spirit needs nourishment, too. Following an interest into deeper and more intricate levels will be soul satisfying.

SCORPIO (Oct. 24-Nov. 21). The situation at hand calls for quick reflexes. You'll put your wants and needs on the back burner in order to handle the current scene in the most effective way.

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21). You sense what people want to hear, and you have a talent for delivering these sentiments in just the right way. It's a beautiful thing indeed when such words also happen to be the truth.

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19). Being grounded is usually a fine quality, suggesting a solid emotional core and the ability to relate to people in a common reality. The only time being grounded is a liability is when you'd rather be flying.

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18). In your life, things are either growing or shrinking, but never static. So there really isn't such a thing as a "status quo." What "status quo" really means to you is "shrinking."

PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20). It doesn't take a clever plan to get your finances on track. Rather, it takes a basically sensible plan and a stick-to-it attitude. You'll develop such a plan (and attitude) in the weeks to come.

TODAY'S BIRTHDAY (July 2). You don't have to go out of your way to stand for anything. Just be who you are. Your confidence will grow as you realize that you are enough. You'll call some key shots at work this month. Also, when the boss is away, you'll have a chance to prove your great value. Aries and Scorpio people adore you. Your lucky numbers are: 9, 33, 14, 37 and 50.

ASTROLOGICAL QUESTIONS: "None of my lucky charms are working. I guess I need a new one. I used to carry a crystal. When that quit working, I carried a rabbit's foot, but everyone commented on how cruel it was, so I stopped. After that, I put a lucky $2 bill in my wallet, but one day I didn't have money for the parking garage and I had to use it. Can you suggest a lucky charm for me that will really work? I'm a Cancer."

A lucky charm is a highly personal item. Part of what gives it luck is that you like it so much that you are willing to stick by it and infuse it with your best wishes and visions of your desired future. You've "broken up" with quite a few charms, so I challenge you to marry one. Take a vow to stick together in good fortune and bad. When things don't go your way, use your charm as a reset button. Hold it and think about the lesson you learned and the new way you want to be going forward. Charms to consider for a water sign such as yourself: pearl, coral, mother of pearl and silver.

CELEBRITY PROFILES: Lindsay Lohan has had her share of Hollywood victories and losses, and you can be sure that this sensitive Cancer beauty takes both to heart. The crab develops a thick outer shell as a way of deflecting the elements and protecting the softness underneath. Her Mercury and Venus in Leo suggests that Lohan has a sincere love of performing and thrills to the challenge of doing it well.

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