Thank you, and bless you!
Doria Gambino
Editor, Metamorphosis Magazine

IN THIS ISSUE:

This Month’s Planetary Healing Focus
Article: What Leaders Cannot Afford
This Month’s Global Citizenship Project
Article: Thoughts Are Things
Article: The Rainstorm
Health Corner: Aromatherapy for Indigestion
Astrology For Parents: The Sun Sign “House Overlay”
Money Corner: Cut Your Mortgage in Half Without Refinancing

THIS MONTH’S PLANETARY HEALING FOCUS:

YOU’RE INVITED! -- Every week, I invite my readers to participate in a synchronized, worldwide prayer/meditation to promote World Peace. I welcome you to join us and combine your energy along with thousands of other people in sending love, light, and healing consciousness to the planet by focusing on the following “affirmative prayer” topic in prayer or meditation this Sunday at 12:00 noon Eastern Time:

Begin your meditation/prayer time by finding a quiet space, closing your eyes, and taking a few moments to center yourself and create a feeling of peace within. When you are ready, reach out with your consciousness to connect with all of the others who are joining this meditation today. Send out a wave of love to your fellow sisters and brothers.

This month, we are going to focus on praying for all of the leaders of our world: The leaders of every nation, every religion, and the heads of big businesses. We are going to focus on sending our message of PEACE to everyone who has the power and influence to shape our societies.

Pray during this meditation that our leaders may find love and compassion in their hearts, peace in their intentions, and the wisdom to lead for the highest good of all. May they make decisions that keep the welfare of our earth and all of its inhabitants in mind. May they be touched by the love our group is generating, and respond to the world in kind.

During the rest of this month, whenever you think of any leaders or see their names in the news, continue sending waves of Love out from your heart to all of them.

Since our world is a reflection of our collective thoughts, it makes sense for us to work together on an energetic level to create a world of global harmony. Each one of us has the power to shape reality by simply choosing to emanate thoughts and feelings of Love, Oneness, and Peace. And as individuals combine their consciousness by working together in groups, this power increases exponentially. A relatively small number of people CAN shift the energies on this planet towards peace.

For complete information on participating in the weekly Planetary Peace Gathering and to read an Expanded Feature Article about this month’s topic, please visit the “World Healing Projects” section of www.MetamorphosisMagazine.com
(New Subscribers: Please read about the project on the website before participating.) There is a lot of fascinating information about the power of human consciousness, including scientific evidence indicating that prayer does have the power to create measurable results!

PLEASE HELP ME INVITE MORE PEOPLE TO JOIN THE “PLANETARY PEACE GATHERING”:
Feel free to forward this e-zine to anyone you know who is interested in spiritual growth, planetary healing, and self-improvement. We can each make the world a better place by combining our energy and working TOGETHER to create Planetary Peace. Thank you!

THIS MONTH’S FEATURED ARTICLE:

What Leaders Cannot Afford
by William Frank Diedrich

Leaders cannot afford to hold grudges or dislike toward others. While it may be human to feel dislike toward certain individuals, grudges and dislike waste our energy. In many cases, resentments between leaders have them using their people to carry out their grudges. This focuses organizational energy toward destructive ends rather than toward the organizational mission and vision. Leaders need to be aware of when they are allowing negative thinking and emotion to drive their way of being. It is our responsibility as leaders to correct ourselves so that our impact on others is healthy and uplifting. If you dislike your colleague or your employee, you will avoid him. You will treat him differently than those you do like. Your grudge will cause you to adopt self-protective behaviors. In addition to avoidance, you may find yourself talking negatively about this person to others, spending mental time adding up his faults, and plotting how you can get him to behave differently. Your body language and tone of voice will change when you are with him, signaling your discomfort and dislike. You will expect negativity from this person, and therefore your expectations will be met. Moreover, you will, of course, rationalize your avoidance and mistreatment.

When we dislike someone it is always a temptation to immerse ourselves in the drama. We tell ourselves a story that emphasizes how right we are and how wrong the other person is. This kind of negativity is addictive. Like all addictions, we make ourselves into self-centered victims. We are self-centered in that we do not see how our grudge-making is detrimental to the success of the organization. Blaming, negative emotions, and unresolved conflict impede progress toward organizational goals.

We cannot help that sometimes we will dislike others, but we can help what we do with that way of thinking. As a leader, you must ask yourself the question: “Will I devote my full energy to the success of this organization and its people, or will I distract myself with campaigns against certain others?” You are not a victim. Leaders can decide to face negative relationships honestly and resolve them. Resolution comes not from fixing the other person, but from changing one’s own perception.

What steps can you take to overcome your dislike of another person?

1. First, accept that you dislike him. Admit it to yourself.

2. Take responsibility. You create your reality, not this other person. You are creating your negative emotion. The other person may very well be doing negative things; however, that does not excuse you from your responsibility.

3. Take time each day to focus on at least one positive trait about this person. When we hold grudges, we are focusing on negative traits.

4. Take the opportunity to get to know this person. Have a conversation. When we dislike and avoid others, we disconnect ourselves from them, and then most of our information about them comes from our own imagination.

5. Employ your spiritual intelligence. Ask (in prayer, contemplation, or meditation) that you would see this person truly. In other words, since it is your perception that is creating your dislike, ask that your perception be changed.

6. Whether or not you approve of this person’s behaviors, decide that you will offer him your unconditional positive regard.

7. Ask this person how you can help him. Look for ways to support him and help him help your organization.

8. If your dislike continues, acknowledge the payoff you are getting from disliking another. We find a strange kind of “enjoyment” in being self-righteous, demonizing others, and being better than someone else. These are ego games that cause us to act in ways contrary to our values, our beliefs, and our visions. Although people often behave in ways that seemingly deserve our grudge, do not allow that “justification” to cause you to behave negatively toward others. Remember who you are, and stay focused on what is the highest good for all. Your ability to focus your thoughts, emotions and behaviors on what is highest and best is what makes you a great leader.

9. Live, speak, and act with integrity. Do not violate your integrity with seemingly justified resentments. “There are no justified resentments.” (Wayne Dyer, 10 Secrets for Success and Inner Peace)

Resentments keep you powerless and ineffective. You think you are punishing someone else by maintaining your grudge, but you are mostly punishing yourself. Your grudges make you suffer. Living in integrity, and holding uplifting thoughts toward others makes you feel good. As leaders, we cannot lead by being disconnected from others. Excellent leaders live in a connected world, seeing their connection to all people. Leaders must find a way to be comfortable with everyone. Following these steps will help you to relax with each person. Once you are relaxed you can interact in a way that is truly helpful.

Once your negative perceptions have less influence over you, you are free to discern what is really happening. Every situation is different. For some people, it will be enough that you have changed your perception. You will have given the other person someone different to respond to. Your ability to respond and offer respect will be an invitation for the other to do the same. Others may need compassionate confrontation. Being more relaxed and holding no grudge, you will confront effectively. You will speak with honesty, not colored by personal grudges, but tempered by what is best for this individual and the organization as a whole.

From this positive state of mind, as you interact with this person you can see the possible person within and speak to that greatness. Great leaders look at others and see what can be. Speak to this person as if they are already successful. This comes across not in superficial compliments or pretty platitudes, but in your tone of voice and way of being.

Leaders offer an environment where others have the opportunity and the encouragement to succeed. Leaders are committed to the highest good for the organization and for each individual good. Leaders live and act with integrity, treating all people with care and respect. And leaders strive to know within themselves that their presence consistently makes a positive difference. Can we afford anything less?

William Frank Diedrich is a speaker, coach, and the author of three books including “The Road Home: The Journey Beyond the Spiritual Quick Fix.” To contact William or to learn more about his work, visit www.transformativepress.com or www.noblaming.com

GLOBAL CITIZENSHIP PROJECT FOR THE MONTH:

This month’s project is adapted from Wayne Dyer’s book, “There’s A Spiritual Solution to Every Problem.” He explains that whenever we speak negatively about other people, we are actually perpetuating the negativity. He goes on to explain that by “hating” someone we feel is a bad or even evil person, we are simply filling OURSELVES with the same toxic energy as the person in question, and therefore he urges us to “direct loving, prayerful guidance toward those who are stuck in their torment of hatred.”

Here is his advice: “When you have private conversations, make the focus of your conversation love rather than hatred for the hater. Deciding to pray for a person who is filled with hatred makes just as much sense as praying for someone who is ill, or impoverished, or injured in some way.”

Hold the idea in mind that angry, hateful people can change, if they are touched by enough Love.

The goal of “The Global Citizenship Project” is to help anyone who wishes to make a difference find something suitable to their interests and talents, and availability of time and resources. Listed on the website are hundreds of suggestions that any person can use to make the world a better place by following “global citizenship” practices -- feel free to send in a suggestion of your own when you visit! (Parents and teachers -- help the world by raising “globally conscious” kids. Check out the website for complete details... www.MetamorphosisMagazine.com)

Small contributions to the common good add up to big contributions when enough people are inspired to participate. Each small act of kindness adds up; there is power in numbers. One person may not be able to change the world much, but 1,000 people can make a huge difference, and 100,000 people can move mountains! Think about it: If EVERYBODY on the planet committed just ONE tiny, little act of kindness or generosity every day, that’s 6.3 BILLION positive contributions to the world, every day, every week, every year. How powerful is that!

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ARTICLE: THOUGHTS ARE THINGS
by Dena Moscola

Did you ever feel out of control? I believe everyone at some point feels out of control on some level. This is especially true for many when it comes to eating, for example -- such as when you finish a meal or a snack and say to yourself, “I can’t believe I ate all of that!! Why did I do it?” This shows how you unconsciously make the wrong choice and then criticize yourself for it. It is an endless battle. This is why change is so difficult at times.

Often, the change needs to take place on a deeper level to be most effective. This can only happen at a rate you are comfortable with. Awareness is the first step. Being aware that it is time to convert the negative unconscious thoughts over to more positive, productive thoughts is the beginning of the process. The next step is to move away from the reason and towards the positive solution in order to bring the fastest, most productive, long-term results.

Our unconscious mind has a tendency to move in the direction of its most dominant thought, whatever that thought may be. Good, bad or indifferent, what we focus on, we will move towards. Think about the last time you got excited about something. Chances are, it was on your mind often. When you thought about it, you got excited! Whatever you were doing became easier or more enjoyable because you felt good.

Now take a moment and think about a time when you were worried, upset or angry. How did you feel? Happy? Of course not. The negative energy from the thought led you to feel unhappy or less comfortable. You moved in the direction of the negative thought. Respecting the fact that there is a time for all emotions, even negative ones, it is most helpful to remind yourself that the amount of time you hold onto negative thoughts and feelings will determine how you move through situations. Your feelings, caused by your thoughts, influence your actions. So, it is up to you. You ARE in control of your thoughts.

The challenge comes when your emotions become dominant because you are focusing on them so heavily that they cloud your logical thinking to the point where you feel out of control. That is an ILLUSION! Unfortunately, those thoughts will create feelings that will be influencing your actions. Why? Because we move in the directions of our most dominant thoughts. So, the solution becomes paying attention to your thoughts and consciously deciding when to let go of the negative ones to create positive ones and feel better. Then you can move forward easier and faster.

Did you ever get stuck in unexpected traffic that caused you to be late?

What were your thoughts while being delayed? Were you extremely tense from the frustration of being out of control? Did you worry about what would happen if you were late? Were you obsessively concerned about those who were waiting for you? Did you feel a sense of failure or inadequacy because you need to be punctual? If you said “yes” to any of the above, you were going overboard with negative feelings, and that only causes you to feel worse. If you said “no” to the above, you most likely experienced a feeling of disappointment for the unexpected delay and compassion for those waiting for you, but you accepted the fact that these things happen sometimes. You knew you would handle the situation as best as you could once you got there, because that was realistic.

That realistic choice was also the most productive.

I reflect back to a time I got stuck in sudden traffic that turned the freeway into a parking lot for two hours. Instead of worrying about the meeting I was late for, since I couldn’t do anything about it, I CHOSE a different thought. This was in the days before cell phones, so calling the people who were waiting for me was not an option. Fortunately, I had my briefcase with me, so I did paperwork. Ever since then, I carry some extra work or reading material, in preparation for unexpected delays. Since we now have cell phones, you can now use these times as an opportunity to return phone calls or check e-mails. Be productive. Get your mind off of being frustrated by a situation over which you have no control by taking control of your thoughts. Ask yourself the following simple questions:

* What can I do while I wait that will benefit me?
* What can I think about that will help me relax?

Simple and elementary. This is why we often ignore these choices -- they are too simple! But they work. And the reward is worth it. Be creative. Be prepared. Be productive. If you can practice this principle on a daily basis, you will create a very strong habit that will NATURALLY kick in when more challenging times surface unexpectedly. You will find that you are able to more easily take control of your thoughts, which will influence your feelings and allow you to then react more calmly and productively during stressful times. Ask yourself, “How can I change my thoughts to start working more for me, instead of against me?” The choice is Yours! GO FOR IT!

Dena Moscola, C.S.M.C., C.Ht, is the Founding Director of Resolutions, an international coaching and training company dedicated to sharpening leadership and employee performances for higher productivity. Starting as a Motivational Coach & Speaker on advanced personal development, Dena now spends her time serving organizations of all sizes to assist in executive coaching, leadership development, conflict management, coaching trainings and more. Dena is also the author of several books and CD programs. Please visit www.resolutionsplus.com for more information

ARTICLE: THE RAINSTORM: A TRUE STORY
by P.M.H. Atwater

It was pouring! All night it had poured and it was pouring still when I made my way to the communal bathroom inside the large guest house I shared with ten other people. I was first up this Saturday morning and as I took my shower I kept pondering the sudden rainstorm. Everyone had been caught by surprise. None of the thirty people attending this mountain conference for the weekend came prepared for a storm. It had been hot and dry for weeks, including the day before we came. I had come early on Friday, anxious not to miss any activity or conversation, and an umbrella and rain gear were furthest from my mind. Now, I was stuck, as was everyone else. We were all scattered about the property in varying sizes of guest houses, which on sunny days meant long, lovely walks to the conference center and another workshop building a mile away. Nothing was close to anything else. There would be much walking -- outside!

When I returned to my room and prepared for meditation and prayer, I gazed wistfully out the window. This was no ordinary rainstorm. It was a non-stop, locked-in downpour! My first urge was to bemoan my fate, but then I caught myself. Out loud I affirmed, "If I can't use what I know to be true everyday in my life, then it isn't worth knowing." With that conviction, I began to see myself dry and happy, filled with love and joy, knowing all would be well. But again I caught myself. No, that didn't feel right either. I was affirming my own comfort, but what about everyone else?

Stopping the rain was not the answer any more than protecting everyone in some kind of magic bubble. My desire was that all benefit from this experience and that all cooperate with one another to bring about that benefit. "All" included the environment as well as the people, and any other type of manifestation, whether visible or invisible.

This is what I finally declared: When people attending this conference need to pass to and fro, the rain will pause. Once they are safely sheltered, the rain will resume. This pattern will continue until the conference ends or the rain ceases, whichever comes first.

And that is exactly what happened!

When it came time to walk to the main building for breakfast, the rain paused and did not start up again until all members were safely inside. When it was again time to brave the elements, the downpour paused and all scurried on unscathed. For the longest walk, a mile away, the rain paused as usual but the terrain was so soaked I looked at the path to be trod and groaned. I had only my good clothes and good shoes. They would be ruined, but I said nothing, swallowed hard, and began walking. A man behind me whispered in my ear, "I have a car. Let me drive you." As it turned out, many drivers came forth and only those who preferred a muddy walk made the trek. The rest of us arrived dry and unruffled, ready for the next phase of our workshop.

The pattern of "pause and pass" continued throughout the weekend. What could have been a disaster turned into a blessing of needed rain with everyone commenting on how it always parted at the right moment and resumed once everyone was inside.

I do not know how much my imagery are affirmations contributed to what resulted. Certainly, everyone present was concerned about the weather and their own personal comfort versus any needs the environment might have. What happened was very probably the result of a combined effort of all present, a united appeal.

But for me, Iiving through exactly what I had invoked, coming to terms with the so-called impossible, touched me beyond words. I was overcome! Tears would sometimes flow as I silently gave thanks, over and over again. Long I had used and activated the principles of imagery and affirmations, and many were my successes, year after year. But this time was different. Here I was faced with a startling discovery -- that personal needs are automatically fulfilled once needs of the greater whole are addressed, that to help myself I need only remember to first help another.

The rainstorm was indeed a special surprise!

P.M.H. Atwater, L.H.D., Ph.D. (Hon.) is a leading researcher into paranormal and altered states of consciousness, particularly near-death experiences (she herself had three in 1977). She is the author of numerous books, including "Coming Back To Life: The After-Effects Of The Near-Death Experience," "Beyond The Light, What Isn’t Being Said About The Near-Death Experience," "Future Memory," and "Children Of The New Millennium," a major study of child experiencers of near-death states. She has lectured twice at the United Nations and at many other gatherings, large and small. Her writings have appeared in numerous magazines and newspapers, and she has been on such television talk shows as Sally Jessy Raphael, Larry King Live, Entertainment Tonight, Regis & Kathy Lee, Geraldo, and The Shirley Show in Canada. For more information about her work, visit www.pmhatwater.com

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by Vikki Anderson

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ASTROLOGY FOR PARENTS:
THE SUN SIGN “HOUSE OVERLAY”
by Doria Gambino

(NOTE: Although this article is written for parents, the Astrological information it contains can be applied to the charts of adults as well)

Are you having trouble understanding why your child (or anyone else you know, for that matter) does not behave like a “textbook” version of their Sun Sign? Perhaps you’ve studied her sign in depth, yet you keep noticing that she does not exhibit many of the traits the books describe. Well, Astrology is a lot more complicated than simply “Hey, I’m an Aries.” This is one reason why the horoscopes in the newspapers often don’t seem to fit -- general Sun Sign horoscopes only take into account one single facet of a person’s complex Astrological blueprint and ignore all the rest.

Besides the Ascendant (which is as important as the Sun Sign when it comes to basic personality traits), the HOUSE where your child’s Sun is located will have an influence on how his/her Sun Sign manifests itself. Each Astrology chart is divided into 12 sections called Houses, and each House represents a different area of life. This article will explore the influence of the House on your child’s Sun Sign (what I call the “Sun Sign House Overlay.”) Regardless of the zodiac sign it is in, the Sun can fall into any one of the 12 Houses in a child’s chart. Certain Houses can either enhance, inhibit, or alter the expression of that sign’s particular energy.

For example, an outgoing Sun Sign such as Leo may be shyer and more self-conscious if the Sun is in the 6th House (the Virgo House). These are not “typical” Leo traits, but Leo’s naturally self-confident energy can become dampened by the 6th House’s analytical, self-critical tendency.

On the other hand, a Capricorn with a 5th House overlay will be much more fun-loving and outgoing than the “typical” serious and reserved Capricorn personality. I know two such individuals with this Sun Sign house overlay: One owns a jewelry store (the “Leo” House’s attraction to “showy” things) and LOVES going to parties. The other man also runs a business and carries a lot of responsibilities (typical of Capricorn), yet he unwinds by writing funny songs and singing them to his friends.

Taurus, who likes routine to the point where he can become very set in his ways, is likely to be much more spontaneous and adaptable if his Sun is in the 3rd House. And his basic “homebody” nature can become much more adventurous with a 9th House overlay, as this House can give him a desire to travel and see the world.

Sagittarians, who are often afflicted with “foot in mouth” disease, blurting out statements that are WAY too blunt in their honesty, will likely be much more tactful and aware that their statements can cause bruised feelings if they have a 12th House overlay. It will tone down their “in your face” style of communicating and make them more sensitive and empathic. A 4th House overlay, however, could turn Sag’s outspoken style into a tendency to butt into other people’s business -- “for their own good,” of course -- as the influence of the “Cancerian” House can bring out strong mothering instincts that can cause her to endlessly nag her loved ones to do things she believes are best for them.

A Scorpio child with a 2nd House overlay will be likely to channel his intense laser-beam focus into making money and accumulating material resources. This child can be quite a drain on his parents’ wallets, as he will ask for every expensive new toy on the market! However, some of that money may come back to you later in life, as this child is extremely likely to work on achieving financial wealth when he grows up. A Scorpio with an 11th House overlay, however, is likely to work tirelessly (Scorpio’s intensity) for a humanitarian (11th House) cause -- this child could grow up to be the next Gandhi. You’ll probably find him trying to fix the world even at a young age.

An easygoing, mystical Pisces will likely be much more ambitious, success-oriented, and perhaps even “status-conscious” if her Sun in the 10th House. The Piscean energy will take on a different flavor if it is in a 5th House overlay, though: She may be more inclined to channel her imagination into the performing arts, such as singing or acting. Here’s an interesting real-life example of a Pisces overlay: I came across a book several years ago called “Psychic Investing,” which is all about how to invest in the stock market by reading Tarot cards and using other psychic methods to pick the stocks. The author, Marcus Goodwin, provided his birth information within the book, so just for fun I ran his chart: He has the Sun in Pisces (which tends to be naturally intuitive and psychic) in the 2nd House, which rules money. There you go.

In my own chart, I have the Sun in Gemini (which rules writing, among other things) in the 6th House (perfectionist overlay) -- when I write an article, I go through at least four drafts: writing, editing, re-writing, re-editing, getting out the thesaurus to find the best possible word to use to describe something, and so forth. I am also good at editing other people’s writing, because that perfectionist overlay funneled into Gemini gives me the ability to catch every single mistake in spelling, grammar, punctuation, and organizational style.

Dynamic Aries will be even more direct and aggressive with a 9th House (Sagittarius) overlay -- he will not hesitate to speak his mind and will not pull any punches. An Aries with a 7th House overlay, however, will be more cooperative and willing to compromise with others, as the 7th House rules relationships and thus makes relationships a top priority. This is also the case with an Aquarian teen I’ve counseled: Aquarian males can often be independent to the point of being considered aloof, but with his Sun in the 7th House, this young man is so concerned about others that he has trouble saying “no” to requests even if they’re inconvenient or unpleasant for him. This creates ongoing problems in his life, as he then tries to avoid certain people altogether rather than risking hurting their feelings by opposing their wishes. In the end, he winds up resenting his friends, which just alienates him from them even more. He would actually be able to have much closer relationships with others if he could learn to say “no” as easily as he says “yes.”

Let’s explore the 7th House overlay further: A Taurus with a 7th House overlay will tend to be jealous and possessive of her loved ones. Leo, the sign of royalty, will treat his loved ones like kings, queens, princes, and princesses, showering them with gifts and affection. A Virgo child with this overlay will always want to be of service to those she cares about -- this child will offer to set the dinner table and help her younger siblings with their homework, for example. A Pisces with a 7th House overlay needs to be careful to set healthy boundaries within her relationships, as Pisces tends to be self-sacrificing to begin with; therefore, she is likely to adapt too much to her friends’ interests and ignore her own. In general, if your child has a 7th House overlay, make sure he learns that pleasing others at the expense of his own happiness will not win him “friends;” it will only create imbalanced relationships and possibly set up dynamics wherein his friends and acquaintances are constantly taking advantage of him.

Let’s look at this from another angle, by examining the SIGN that rules relationships: Libra is the sign of partnerships, and therefore, the House placement of this child’s Sun will tell you in which area of life she is most likely to want to bond with others. If her Sun lands in the 10th House, this child will want to work with a partner on important school projects, and will probably want a business partner in adulthood rather than being self-employed, for example. If her Sun is found in the 5th House, she is likely to be quite a flirt, as the 5th House rules romance, among other things. A 3rd House placement will make this child a real chatterbox -- you’d better get a separate phone line for her, as she will want to literally spend all day on the phone with her friends and will get upset if she’s forced to be “out of the loop” for too long.

An interesting real-life Libra example is Barbara Walters. She actually has both her Sun and Ascendant in this sign, with a 12th House overlay for her Sun. Her “double” Libran energy makes her extremely people-oriented, and the 12th House placement gives her great empathy and compassion for others. It also makes her want to ferret out people’s secrets and find out what makes them tick. Is it any wonder that she’s achieved great success as a television interviewer? She’s famous for getting celebrities to open up and spill their guts! (Just as a side note, in a recent appearance on a talk show, she mentioned that her biggest weakness is being indecisive -- a classic Libran trait. I did not know her sign when I first saw the interview, but after listening to her and suspecting that she is a Libra, I looked up her chart, and I was not at all surprised at what it revealed.)

These are just a few examples of Sun Signs and their House Overlays. There isn’t room here to list all of the possible combinations (there are 144 of them), but here is a general rule of thumb: the Fire and Air signs’ natural tendencies will become enhanced in the Fire and Air Houses (the odd-numbered houses), and will become more inhibited, grounded, or sensitive in the Earth and Water Houses (the even-numbered houses). The Earth and Water signs’ natural qualities will be reinforced in the even-numbered houses, and will become more outgoing, dramatic, or assertive in the odd-numbered houses.

NOTE: The Sun in its own sign’s natural house (Aries = 1st House, Taurus = 2nd House, Gemini = 3rd House, and so forth) will simply intensify the qualities of that sign -- in this case, there will be no “House Overlay” influencing this child’s Sun Sign.

Doria Gambino is a professional Astrologer with 20 years’ experience specializing in natal and progressed charts, relationship compatibility charts, and her personal favorite, charts for children. To read more about “Astrology For Parents,” or to have your own child’s chart professionally analyzed and interpreted, please visit www.MetamorphosisMagazine.com.

PARENTS: You can have a comprehensive Astrological Profile custom-prepared for your child for only $35. For more information, and to view a sample profile, please visit the website. Personal consultations by phone with Doria Gambino are also available by appointment.

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That’s all for now -- thanks for reading, and have a wonderful month!

Doria Gambino, Editor

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