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AQUARIUS
January 20 to February 19
The Free Spirit

Ruling planet: Uranus
Element: Air social, communicative, detached
Mode: Fixed determined, loyal, stubborn
Symbol: The Water Bearer
Birthstone: Amethyst
Color: Turquoise

        Nobody sees the world in quite the way that you do.  You are a free spirit with a totally original take on life.  Your uniqueness is one of your outstanding features.  You have a rare ability to stay tuned into your own vision even when other people do not see things the same way.  This quality has given the world some of its most brilliant and innovative thinkers.  You are not here to blend in and be like everyone else.  Like a salmon swimming up stream, you are moving in a different direction.  In this world to manifest your own exceptional vision of life, you are progressive and future-oriented.  You don’t do things quite the way everybody else does nor accept something just because others do.  You march to the beat of your own drummer.  You are one of the leaders bringing the rest of humanity into the Aquarian Age.
        Aquarius Rosa Parks sparked the Civil Rights movement when she marched to the beat of her own drummer by refusing to give up her bus seat to a white man.  Susan B. Anthony fought tirelessly for a woman’s right to vote during a time when women had few legal rights.  More than half a century later, author and activist Betty Friedan challenged the traditional roles of women and co-founded the National Organization of Women.  Frederick Douglass, an escaped slave, became a leading abolitionist inspiring many through his writing and speeches.  He was also a passionate advocate for women’s rights.  Nicolaus Copernicus’ premise that the earth revolved around the sun countered the prevailing theory at the time.  Fellow Aquarius Galileo challenged much of the scientific thought of his day and was placed under house arrest for teaching the Copernican doctrine.  All of these Aquarians are some of the greatest innovators and thinkers the world has ever seen.
        Many Aquarians are memorable simply because they stand out as people who are unlike anybody else.  There has never been a basketball player like Aquarius Michael Jordan.  His talent is that unusual.  Composer Wolfgang Mozart stunned people with his extraordinary talent.  Oprah Winfrey is a phenomenon.  Her success has made her one of the wealthiest women in the world.  And, in true Aquarian fashion, she has introduced countless people to new ways of thinking about their lives while encouraging them to help others.
        Many Aquarians fall into one of two types.  The first kind is more social, people-oriented, and outgoing.  Friendliness, being a member of a group, being social and with people is important.  If you fit this type, you will make a point of meeting new people and joining school clubs and activities.
        The second kind of Aquarius is more private.  If you are this type, you are like the inventor or scientist who is able to work long hours alone.  You are less concerned with exploring the social world or involving yourself in common causes.  Instead, you enjoy expressing yourself through solitary activities such as writing or painting.  For you, socializing may feel exhausting.
        A large number of Aquarians are a combination of both of these types: sometimes going to the movies with friends or to a party, and other times just wanting to be alone with their thoughts and dreams.

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Drawing from the lives of current and historical people, Lucky Stars illustrates the themes and characteristics unique to each Sun sign. The gifts, talents, and strengths as well as the difficulties associated with each sign are outlined. Activities that promote confidence and strategies for overcoming behaviors that decrease confidence are provided. Lucky Stars addresses all of the important areas of life including friendships, home life, career, and spirituality. A relationship section contains a Compatibility Guide, which matches up each sign with every other sign delineating both the areas of ease and difficulty with every combination. Each sign’s chapter ends with 10 special tips for creating a successful life.