The Hit List - Like a Chameleon

One of the qualities associated with Geminis is the ability to go with the flow. We’re adaptable. Kinda like chameleons. In times like this, that fluidity is a necessity.

For fixed signs like my Leo daughter, change can be hard. If they’re in charge of making decisions around what needs to transform, they do better. But when life is unpredictable and the rules keep shifting, they get scared – and that can greatly impact how they show up in the world.

A part of me wants to say “get on with it – adapt!”

But I’m not the one who had to cancel a wedding. I’m also not moving during the middle of a pandemic nor am I having to figure out how to find a new job at this time. This is what she and her eventually-to-be husband have had to contend with – all at once.

Meanwhile, I’m in a long-term marriage. My home is paid off. I rarely leave the house as it is because I’ve engineered my life to be reclusive-friendly. So it’s easy to sit back and claim Gemini adaptability as a plus when you don’t have to adapt to much. In an odd way, I’m living her dream…and didn’t even bother to think about that fact when I felt frustrated by her constant stream of complaints about the current state of her world.

This whole virus thing is forcing us all to take a step back and reconsider our way of living – and how other people’s lives might be affected. No doubt this adjustment has been rough, scary, and a total f*ck story for most. Not everyone has the adaptability gene – or a safety net. In some cases, the situations don’t require a “go with the flow” attitude – instead, real help is needed. That help might come through social programs such as food banks, therapy, or a sympathetic ear.

Even if you’re not struggling, or if you’ve found a way to play chameleon and adapt, not everyone has that mindset – or privilege. A bit of empathy now will go a long way in the future. That’s something I can adapt to.

This awesome sign is made by a company called The Thank U Store. I love it so much! You can get one here.

Other stuff:

Jenna Matlin wrote my favorite post of the week: When Hungry Ghosts Come Calling. If you run a business, you know exactly what she’s talking about!

OMFG: My buddy Seth Vermilyea from Coming Out Tarot is on Extra!

All About Fixed Signs, the Zodiac’s Loyal BFFs.

Women are on it: The Women Fighting to Save the World.

Cuomo ain’t playing: New York forms team to develop ‘Trump-proof’ economic reopening plan.

Here’s how to grow a container vegetable garden in a small space.

Boy howdy ain’t that the truth: Eating Is Weird Now. Here’s How to (Kind of) Get Back to Normal.

From Sean the War Witch: Tarot Spreads for Personal Growth.

Bummer: After Years of Financial Struggles, YogaWorks to Permanently Close in New York.

Duh: Should astrology be part of your wellness survival kit?

From Molly Jong-Fast: We Are All Living in the 19th Century Right Now.

Here’s a 30-second tarot spread for when you need a simple “yes or no” answer.

Interesting: The Astrology Of Netflix’s ‘Tiger King’ Actually Helps Explains Some Of The Drama.

Beginner-Friendly Tarot Card Decks to Channel Your Spiritual Side.

Gala Darling has a great gratitude list.

On it: A Financial Planner’s Advice for Navigating Crisis.

Bad news for women: As Unemployment Rates Rise, Women Are Hit The Hardest.

Some good news: How A Jigsaw Puzzle Startup Is Helping Female Artists Get Paid Right Now.

In the latest Astrology Bytes, I’m giving you the lowdown on Venus aspects.

I love this: 31 Thoughtful Gifts to Send Friends and Loved Ones During Social Distancing.

What to do when you don’t “like” what the Tarot is telling you.

Heartbreaking truths: “I am the portrait of downward mobility.” Today’s 40-year-olds on the lives they’ve led, and now this.

How Tarot Cards Help Me When I’m Feeling Really, Really Uncertain.

This looks amazing – and essential: Wild Remedies: How to Forage Healing Foods and Craft Your Own Herbal Medicine.

I’ve always liked Tias Little: Yoga of the Subtle Body: A Guide to the Physical and Energetic Anatomy of Yoga.

Gotta start thinking about it: Keys to a Successful Retirement: Staying Happy, Active, and Productive in Your Retired Years.

Because you can never have enough: 1001 Tarot Spreads: The Complete Book of Tarot Spreads for Every Purpose.

Ooooh: The Witches’ Wisdom Tarot: A 78-Card Deck and Guidebook.

This looks like a beautiful deck: Angel Guidance Tarot Cards: A 78-Card Deck and Guidebook.

If you liked Rachel and Ross, you’ll love the upcoming Friends Tarot.

More good tarot stuff coming: Heaven & Earth Tarot Kit.

Check out what’s on the way from Shaheen Miro: The Uncommon Tarot: A Contemporary Reimagining of an Ancient Oracle.

Soon, my pretties:Tarot: No Questions Asked: Mastering the Art of Intuitive Reading. Coming at you September 1st, yo!

The Tarot Coloring Book is the easiest way to learn tarot. Plus: coloring is so much fun!

Tarot For Troubled Times was written for times like this. If you want to learn how to cope – and make a difference – this is your tarot book.

Confused about retrogrades and all that astrology lingo? Get fluent with Astrology for Real Life: A Workbook for Beginners (A No B.S. Guide for the Astro-Curious). Yay!

Events:

May 2-8, 2021: The Tuscany Tarot Intensive. Where: Italy! A full week of tarot immersion. Due to the Coronavirus, we moved the event to next year. Good news: the dates allow for a few extra seats which means you can join us next year! Yay!