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Album of the Year: An Astrological Perspective
The Grammy nominations are in, and Album of the Year will be an interesting battle, as each nominee comes from a very different genre. What do the stars say about each artist's shot at the title?

Adele: 21

As the only nominee born under Taurus, the sign that rules the voice, it's no wonder sultry Adele has a great shot at winning. Yes, with the planet of luck on her side this year -- not to mention the Sun in her career house the night of the Grammys -- the astrological odds are certainly with her!

Lady Gaga: Born This Way

This firecracker is always full of surprises. Having sealed her iconic status in 2011 with Jupiter in Aries, 2012 won't have quite as many bells and whistles for the brash singer born as Stefani Joanne Angelina Germanotta. But since Lady Gaga is a quintessential Aries renegade, she'll still be blazing new trails for years to come.



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Foo Fighters: Wasting

Mercury Goes Direct: Clarity Returns!
Have you found that, especially with the holidays approaching, this past month has required more effort than usual to get things in order? Well, stress no more! Mercury, the planet of communication and organization, ends its retrograde and begins to move forward once again on December 13, bringing a sense of clarity -- and sanity!

As Mercury picks up speed, you'll realize that whatever has been worrying you isn't really such a big deal after all. Unexpected breakthroughs are now possible, while supposedly major problems will be easily handled more easily than expected. Also, the current influence of unpredictable Uranus indicates that being open to change is likely to bring positive results.

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As the Buddhists say, staying happy means managing your mind, and if you've made it through the first half of December with your sanity intact, you'll find the rest of the month much smoother to navigate!

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Full Moon Lunar Eclipse: Use Your Words Wisely!
When the full Moon lunar eclipse occurs in Gemini this Saturday, December 10, you'll want to speak softly ... and carry a big stick! And let that stick be discriminate commentary.

Think very carefully before opening your mouth -- and more importantly, before putting anything in writing. It's all too easy to jump to negative conclusions or make poor decisions under the super-challenging aspects of this eclipse!

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With a Mercury retrograde concurring with this dastardly transit -- in the sign ruled by messenger god Gemini, no less -- the potential for communication breakdowns will be greater than ever. Try to have most of your conversations in person or on the phone to avoid the potential misunderstandings that emails and texts can bring.

And if that doesn't add enough jolly to your holiday, appointments may get endlessly switched around ... dates could get confused ... you might

Neptune Direct: Foods to Help Ground Your Energy
Neptune recently turned direct, and this mystical planet will continue to move forward until June 2012. For some, the blue planet's movement portends chaos and destruction, while for others it suggests liberation from the ego and getting over old habits.

During this highly charged transit, take plenty of long walks outside to exercise and connect with nature. Avoid meats, salty foods and excess of any kind. Instead, focus on eating foods that will elevate your vibration!

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Here's a list of foods that will help your Sun sign experience the best of Neptune's energy:



Fire Signs (Aries, Leo, Sagittarius)

Strawberries, asparagus, sweet potatoes.

Air Signs (Gemini, Libra, Aquarius)

Coconut, arugula salad, vanilla.



Water Signs (Cancer, Scorpio, Pisces)

Ginger, cranberries, nuts, tomatoes.

Earth Signs (Taurus, Virgo, Capricorn)

Pumpkin, squash, broccoli, poppy seeds.

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Let Your Sun Sign Help Brighten Your Winter Mood
Does someone in your family -- or do you -- suffer from Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)? As the days grow shorter and natural light grows ever more dim, here's how your Sun sign can help you remain cheerful through the dark winter months.

Aries can stave off winter's gloom by doubling their efforts to excel at everything they do. They won't give in to inner doubts as they fight back fiercely until spring's arrival.

Being the earthiest of signs, Taurus understands the cycles of nature better than most. They appreciate the benefits of lying low for a few months until the season of growth reappears.

Gemini is prone to falling into depression once the days begin to shorten. They yearn for sunny afternoons when they can run around unimpeded by heavy clothes. They'll want to stock up on good books and a pile of DVDs to see them through winter.

Cancer withdraws into domestic pleasures whenever they feel the least bit threatened by short days and grim weather. They're also comforted when

How your sun sign can help you set boundaries with others
Though it's certainly important to be there for those you love, do you feel as if others sometimes have the tendency to take advantage of your kindness? Are there people in your life who are often in need, yet unwilling to do the slightest thing to help themselves? Learn how to use your Sun sign to disarm anyone who threatens to usurp your energy!

Aries
Among all the Sun signs, you're least likely to succumb to an energy vampire. You may feel tempted to be a hero by rescuing someone who's playing the victim ... but you'll encourage them to rescue themselves instead.

Taurus
As one of the most grounded signs in the zodiac, you seem to attract people who are constantly in crisis. You can minimize this by helping others create their own stability, rather than being the one who creates stability for them.

Gemini
You tend to attract people who like to chit-chat, which can deplete your time and energy. How can you help yourself in such a situation? Know when (and how) to stop a

Mercury retrograde: think before you speak!
Expect rampant foot-in-mouth syndrome during Mercury's retrograde period in Sagittarius, November 24 - December 14. Not only will you be more inclined to speak before you think, but even your most innocent comments could well be misconstrued. Snafus galore will be par for the course during this transit -- and under the domain of the Archer, your blunders will be all out in the open!

At times like this, humor can go awry, so make sure your jokes translate and are not ill-timed. Missives that seem hilarious to you may fall flat -- or worse, seem offensive to the receiver. Consider your words carefully and weed out anything that sounds brash, judgmental or preachy. One minute, you may think you're just horsing around; the next minute, you've alienated someone.

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Also keep in mind that you're more likely now to fall into the mightier-than-thou trap, so it's best to avoid politics,

A sign-by-sign survival guide to Thanksgiving
Not that you need a Thanksgiving survival guide, but because you're grateful for your family -- grateful they don't live with you year-round! -- here's a sign-by-sign rundown of how to approach Turkey Day this year. Keep your attitude of gratitude ... and hopefully also your sanity!



ARIES: Circulate your blood.

That's what keeps it from boiling, you know. It's easy to forego physical activity as you tend to the meals, clean-up and extra needs that come with family gatherings. But you'll be in better spirits if you remember to prioritize your workout.

TAURUS: Be a master of focus.
Not your own focus -- rather, that of your guests. You have more control over it than you think. Need we remind you that you're the Earth sign grounding influence for your group? Bring their focus to the wonderful food, the lovely scent of pumpkin pie and how lucky you are to enjoy it all with your loved ones.

GEMINI: Get trendy.

You're always in a good mood when you're trying something new. Whether