New Delhi, Sunday June 06, 2010
04 relationship TAROT
A woman knows the face of the man she loves as a sailor knows the open sea. — Honore de Balzac
SPIRITUAL MESSAGE: Seriousness is a shield. It protects all that is nonsensical in you. Allow it to come out. Don’t force it within, don’t repress it. Be natural and you will learn that, which cannot be learned in any other way, says Osho, the Zen master.
POWER Ma Prem Ritambhara June 6 - June 12
Aries (March 21 - April 20)
The Tarot is an ancient meditative discipline by which one can gain access to higher levels of consciousness. The mystique of Tarot cards combines astrology, numerology, symbology and the occult to gain insights into the past, present and future. Tarot cards can be used for divination, therapy, mirroring and counselling. A series of images represent, in pictorial form, a summary of all knowledge, ancient energies, teachings and the wisdom of sages. Usually, there are 78 cards in the Tarot pack, which is divided into two, major and minor arcana. The major arcana cards symbolise the elements, planets and zodiac signs. Then there are the royalty cards — Knight, Queen, Prince and Princess - that symbolise people, characteristics and qualities. The minor arcana are presented in four suits from one to 10 and they are Wands, Cups, Swords and Pentacles.-Ma Prem Ritambhara is a well-known Tarot consultant who has been reading the cards for over 10 years. Her e-mail address: ritambhara7@gmail.com
Taurus (April 21 - May 21)
The healer in the Tarot pack of cards brings your focus on health, fitness and diet this week. Health problems need to be resolved. You are able to resolve financial and legal matters with the support of professionals and specialists. You may consider buying or selling land, home or property, which would be gainful. Spending time in natural surroundings can be therapeutic and a journey towards the sea or mountains is indicated. With the appearance of the New Moon on the 12th you are emotional, loving and caring in personal relationships and family situations. You are likely to get together with old friends and walk down memory lane. The arts, music and media can be rewarding. An older man offers you a golden opportunity to actualise creative potential. It’s time to tie up loose ends and complete unfinished business. Lucky number: 7; Good colour: Earthy brown
Business plans materialise. There is an increase in wealth, which allows you to make gainful investments. Triangular business arrangements are lucrative, while personal triangular involvement could be problematic. You complete an important assignment and look forward to more opportunities. Your social life is enviable. Beware of theft or deception at work as an unknown person invades your space. A loved one tends to be possessive. It is a good time to deal with earthy details, practical matters and health problems. It’s a good time to arrange and invest finances gainfully in business or property. Health diets and fitness routines should be followed to retain your energy levels. Be expansive and share your richness, wisdom, feelings and expertise. Family and friends are loving and loyal. The one you care about reciprocates your feelings. Lucky number: 9; Good colour: Lotus pink
Leo (July 23 - Aug 23)
Gemini (May 22 - June 21)
Cancer (June 22 - July 22)
You fall in love with a new person or idea that motivates you into action and fires your imagination into creativity. Energy is of high velocity and you can achieve a lot at work with speed. You are approaching an important goal and need to pull all your energy and resources towards it. Messages, visitors and news from overseas can be expected. Opportunities for professional or business expansion prove to be lucrative. You are bold and free in personal relationships and express true feelings. Beware of applying too much force too soon in financial deals and business collaborations or you lose out. Your social life is busy and scintillating as you connect with some important people. An unplanned trip is on the cards! You indulge in a variety of interests and activities this week. Lucky number: 8; Good colour: Rainbow pastels
There is love and romance in relationships and togetherness in the family. A positive and creative approach brings success in professional ventures. You feel on top of things with good health and energy. Children bring much joy and demand attention. You spend quality time with people you care about and in activities that are rejuvenating. A light and playful attitude takes you where angels fear to tread, in high places and to important people. Don’t allow old fears to get you, but confront important issues and people that are likely to change. A happy surprise awaits you as the New Moon appears in the sky on the 12th. Visitors can be expected to drop in without warning so stock up the kitchen larder. Traditional aspects need to be examined before you spend too much time, money or energy on them. Lucky number: 9; Good colour: Lotus pink
Virgo (Aug 24 - Sept 23)
An important event is on the cards this week! A special assignment gives you professional promotion. A personal alliance is likely to be supportive and enduring. You may feel vulnerable and sensitive at this point and it is important to maintain inner balance and outer harmony. Personal relationships and business partnerships are productive and inspiring, but need constant adjustment and attention this week. Art, music, theatre and media can be absorbing and rejuvenating. If blocks, rules, regulations, legalities, traditions and traditional people come in your way it is best to go around them to proceed with whatever you are doing. Direct encounters only lead to conflict and waste of energy! A friend can be difficult. Meditate on centering within and balancing Yin and Yang energies as the New Moon appears in the sky on the 12th. Lucky number: 8; Good colour: Pinks and blues
Unexpected happenings and events are on the cards this week! When you least expect something to happen at work or in personal relationships you are surprised. Your daily routines and work patterns are likely to change as you realise the necessity for doing so. Visitors may drop in without notice and expect to be looked after in style. Adopt a cool and relaxed attitude and do the best you can without disturbing your lifestyle. A happy surprise in the form of a lucrative business opportunity comes at a time when you need it. Money you had written off is returned to you. This is a good time to give your partner a surprise to show your love and appreciation. At this point many possibilities can be actualised and one should remain open to them. Avoid making quick judgements as things change all the time. Lucky number: 7; Good colour: Deep red
A CALMER YOU SONAL KALRA
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e was yelling and abusing at the top of his voice. After a while, my ears turned red while the muscles on the side of my jaws began to twitch. I looked around and saw that there were a few others who were looking uneasy, glancing sideways and not quite sure what to do. After all, we are all taught not to unnecessary meddle into other peoples’ problems. But beyond a point, it was too much to see that rude man shouting endlessly at the scantily clad small kid who had made the grave error of wiping the windshield of that man’s car at the traffic signal — in the hope of getting a buck or two. As much as I’m against encouraging begging or child labour, I found that man’s display of anger utterly rude. At the same time, I also realised how, watching even an absolute stranger behave in an uncivil manner, can make a lot of us stressed. Bharat, a very good friend, shared an incident where his sister went to a restaurant with some friends and saw a bunch of extremely rude people
Aquarius (Jan 21 - Feb 19)
Pisces (Feb 20 - March 20) You stand firm and strong against stormy winds to face professional and personal challenges this week. Changes may come and expansion may be considered, but your material stability stays intact and you remain in a position of power and control. You spend time with family and close friends. Older relatives or parents may need your assistance, be available. You can expect to hear some good news and receive visitors from overseas. You acquire a luxury item that brings joy and comfort. Profit in business is imminent, but you need to continue creative activity for ventures to progress further. You work hard and play hard this week, but need to maintain balance in all areas of life. A Virgo person gives you good advice and wonderful support. Your established personal relationship is reassuring and loving; you need to be caring in turn. Lucky number: 10; Good colour: Saffron
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DAILY HOROSCOPE
How do you react when you see mannerless people? ILLUSTRATION: DURGA
speak rudely or talk on mobile phone in a movie hall…but I think of one small thing before setting out to educate the ill mannered souls — my blood pressure. Oh, how much I wish for the world to become a polite, clean and pleasant place to live in, but not at the cost of my peace of mind. So here are my calmness tips — first, don’t be rude or ill mannered yourself. If all of us did just that, the problem would be solved. Second, if you see some fool being uncivil in public, by all means try and make him realise his folly, but in a humorous and easy going way. Remember that raking a fight with someone who’s anyway rude will only make his or her behaviour worse. The key is to subtly make them feel ashamed of what they are doing and not to give them a chance to apply their ‘skills’ on you. And finally, if you’ve done your bit and the manner less idiot still does not get it — don’t fret and get tense. Take pity, give them a smile and wish that they ‘get well soon.’
Sonal Kalra once saw a man insult a waiter badly in a restaurant. Before she could go upto him to teach some manners, she saw the waiter quietly spit in the man’s coffee. Mail your calmness tricks at sonal.kalra@hindustantimes.com
(a) Tell him, wow, your standards have really come down. (b) Politely introduce yourself and walk away. (c) Focus on having fun and totally ignore them. While at a cricket match, the guy behind you is being obnoxiously loud. You:
(a) Flag down an usher and ask him to have a word with the guy. (b) Whip around and say, ‘Dude, they can hear you across the stadium!’ (c) Flash a huge grin and tell him to keep it down, and I might let you buy me a beer when we win! If a guy isn’t giving you his full attention on a date, you’ll likely:
(a) Tell him a funny vacation story that involves you in a teeny bikini. (b) Ask about his job, hobbies and family. Maybe he’ll reciprocate. (c) Say you are not feeling well; give him a silent treatment until you leave. The line at the club you frequent is very long. You walk up to the bouncer and say:
(a) Will this help? and slip him a Rs 50. (b) My supercute girlfriends are at the end of the line. Can you pull some strings for us? (c) You’re not seriously going to make me wait, are you? If a guy you’re dating has trouble pleasing you in bed, you:
(a) Give him a tutorial of your hot spots.
Dr Prem Kr. Sharma, Astrologer & vaastu expert Can be contacted at: Delhi: 91-11-26449898, 26489899 (Sat to Mon): Panchkula:91-172-2562832, 2572874 (Tues to Thurs); Mumbai:91-22-26398641 (Last week of every month) ARIES (Mar 21 - Apr 20) You may be snubbed by a superior at workplace. Your academic performance can be way below expectations. You may add fuel to fire in a spat with spouse by raking up some past grouses. Your popularity on the social front may witness a downward slide. Familiarity breeds contempt in a turbulent romantic relationship. Make personal security your priority in a journey by public transport. Lucky No: 5; Lucky Colour: Turquoise
TAURUS (Apr 21 - May 20)
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You are individualistic and brilliant professionally this week. Success and achievements add to your satisfaction. You have great energy to enthuse love and romance in personal relationships. You are original and daring in creative ventures. Beware of a domineering woman who can interfere in your personal relationship. Youthful energy allows you to indulge in sporty activity. You are likely to work or spend time with young people and children. A daughter or young woman is ready to embark on an independent journey. Beware of depleting energy in social obligations. You handle family situations and conflicts at work skilfully. New developments in the professional area brings opportunities for expansion and change. The appearance of the New Moon on the 12th is a good time to be meditative. Be careful with financial commitments and long term undertakings. Lucky number: 17; Good colour: Fiery orange
This week major happenings and changes at work and at home can throw you to begin with, but prove to be gainful in the long run. Look at new directions and be open to fresh opportunities as you restructure plans and ideas. Redecorating home and office spaces can bring synergy and a conducive ambiance. Inner values, priorities and attitudes also undergo changes. You are able to modernise and streamline old systems and machinery for better production and quality. It’s best to face opposition and competition rather than escape as you are strong and forthright in any controversial aspect. Endings and beginnings are on the cards and they should be taken in your stride. The appearance of the New Moon on the 12th blesses you with a higher perspective to understand certain mystical aspects of life. Lucky number: 16; Good colour: Fiery red
GET WELL SOON, IDIOT! mocking and making crude remarks at the waiter. “They were downright rude to the waiter, as if he’s not a human. After a while, my sister couldn’t take it anymore, went upto them and picked a fight,” he said. Well, I don’t know if those buffoons ended up learning any etiquette, but I’m sure the sensitive girl’s evening must have been ruined. Now, this is not to suggest at all that she should not have taken them on, but I wonder if getting stressed because someone else has left his or her manners at home, is being fair to your own self, and those with you. If you think about it, each of us has certain things that we are sensitive about. A friend of mine can’t stand it if she sees someone litter on the street. My three years of college went by in stopping the car every now and then, so that she could get down and pick up something that someone had thoughtlessly thrown in the middle of the road, so that she could deposit it in the trash bin. And every time she did it, her face had the most stressed out and exasperated expression. I salute her for thinking so much for the cause of cleanliness, but I only wish I didn’t see her so tense while she went about doing her bit. I too detest people who jump queues, litter on the streets,
Scorpio (Oct 24 - Nov 22)
You feel sacrificed to routines and patterns in your life and desire to make some changes. You realise that making changes involves giving up something to gain something, but it is worth the trouble. You may change designation and adopt new systems at work. Business management or control is likely to shift and new methods adopted for greater benefit and profit. Personal relationships need to be assessed and attitudes changed as you need more clarity and commitment therein. Some business plans are likely to change or be postponed due to lack of funds and availability of material. It’s best to make changes at work and at home to conserve energy and consolidate forces and resources this week. Be patient in family situations that seem like endless ego battles at the moment, but change for the better in just a few days. Lucky number: 12; Good colour: Creamy white
Capricorn (Dec 24 - Jan 20)
Sagittarius (Nov 23 - Dec 23) You are ingenious and creative when faced with challenging situations this week. You are cautious, trustworthy and imperturbable when the going gets tough in business ventures. You are gifted in seeking new uses for common things, and adapting your circumstances to your purposes in a slow, steady, well-thought out plan. Your social life is a bit dull for a change as you need time by yourself to rejuvenate your energy. You are slow to anger, but if driven, can be implacable. A young man or son is independent yet counting on your support most of the time. You may find mixed reactions from others as it all depends on their own temperaments so don’t take things personally. A journey over land is on the cards! Earthy matters like building and farming can be involving. You are in good form and enjoy sporty activity. Lucky number: 17; Good colour: Sandy brown
Libra (Sept 24 - Oct 23)
You are active, skillful and clever while achieving success at work. You are fierce, delicate and courageous, managing to resolve complicated family matters and personal issues. You tend to be indecisive and that is the time to look at priorities that enable you to take the right course of action. Beware of an associate who is crafty and tyrannical. You need to be more reflective and understanding in personal relationships as your partner is sensitive and emotional at this point. It’s a good time to look at your thought process and behaviour to make a breakthrough. Old addictions can be kicked with a little determination. You tend to get mentally stressed and anxious causing health problems. Detach yourself from problems and view them from a higher perspective to gain insight and answers. Lucky number: 9; Good colour: Turquoise
(b) Tell him it’s not working and watch the TV. (c) Figure you’re hard to satisfy and make the best of it. If you strike three or more (a), then you are a: PASSIVE PLEASER: You may feel shy about stepping on toes. Muzzling yourself comes off as insecure, and people don’t respect doormats. Don’t be afraid to flirt. Warm up your target with a coy compliment before going in for the kill. If you strike three or more (b), then you are a: SEXY POWER PLAYER: You have the perfect combo of charisma and confidence, with a splash of sex bomb. People help you because you’re charmingly disarming and present requests that benefit the offender. Also,
you know that when you don’t have the upper hand, it’s better to work your assets than to kick ass. Dropping the sexy-bikini story on a date is a bit saucy and effective too. If you strike three or more (c), then you are a: SASSY STEAMROLLER: You live every week like it’s Shark Week — anyone who crosses your path risks losing a limb! Being snide about your ex-boyfriend’s new girl or bitchy to a bouncer is unattractive, and it won’t win anyone over. Instead, embrace your sexuality. Tenderly touch someone’s arm lightly when making a point. A soft touch beats a bitch slap any day. Courtesy: Cosmopolitan India
LIBRA (Sept 24 - Oct 23) You stabilise your finances. A health expert is likely to guide you in achieving total fitness. It may be difficult to fit a social event in your work schedule, but you will manage it somehow. Don’t go against the wishes of a senior at work. False promises on the romantic front can get you into problems, so refrain from it. Your claim over an ancestral property can be contested by someone close. Lucky No: 1; Lucky Colour: Light green
SCORPIO (Oct 24 - Nov 22)
Workload may compel you to change your personal plans. You have to be at your appeasing best to garner support of someone influential on the academic front. A negative person can pose problems for you, but you will be able to bring about harmony. You may want more than what is on offer on the romantic front. Someone can keep you waiting for a trip, but the wait will be worth it. Expenses may alarm you. Lucky No: 22; Lucky Colour: Dark green
You may develop a soft corner for someone from the opposite camp and kick-start a romance. Stars appear strong on the travel front, so don’t miss the opportunity to plan a short vacation. Spending time with friend or relation is indicated, but will waste a lot of your time. At work, you may have to manage things within limited available resources. Keep your investment options open till you find the best Lucky No: 17; Lucky Colour: Violet
GEMINI (May 21 - June 21) You find it difficult to concentrate on anything, as your mind gets involved in many things at the same time! Support at work will help you in meeting an important deadline. You may not be entirely convinced of an investment option suggested by someone, so take your call before committing money. Ignoring suggestions of spouse will be a bad idea, so give a sympathetic ear, even if you have a different opinion. Lucky No: 8; Lucky Colour: White
SAGITTARIUS
CANCER (June 22 - July 22) An excellent opportunity may come your way professionally. Your efforts in pushing a project through will be appreciated by higher ups. On the academic front, you are likely to outshine others in a competitive situation. Expect good returns from previous investments. Getting regular in workouts in your routine will benefit you. Ensure bonhomie on the home front by soft paddling issues, which irk you. Lucky No: 17; Lucky Colour: Lavender LEO (July 23-Aug 23) Good news awaits some on the property front. Initiative taken on the health front will be a boon. A senior may have high professional expectations from you. Monetary help will be at hand for buying something expensive, but consider well before taking anyone’s financial obligation. Tiff with lover threatens to spoil your romantic evening out. Delays can mar a fun trip, so start early if you want to avoid them. Lucky No: 5; Lucky Colour: Cream VIRGO (Aug 24 - Sept 23) Your business proposal is likely to be accepted with minimal changes. Success on the academic front is foreseen and promises multiple avenues. Chances of receiving a pending payment may soon become a reality. Someone motivates you to take up an exercise routine. A suitable accommodation that fits your pocket is likely to be found. Expect guests today. You may ferry a relative in your vehicle too. Lucky No: 2; Lucky Colour: Light pink
(Nov 23 - Dec 21) A period for romance is indicated. Wander lust promises to take you someplace exotic. Your efficiency at work is likely to keep higher ups happy. On the academic front, you are certain to have your way. Keeping good relations with everyone will help you be popular. Financially, things appear rosy and promise to continue that way. You enjoy good health by your insistence on healthy options. Lucky No: 5; Lucky Colour: Aqua green
CAPRICORN (Dec 22 - Jan 21) Be clear of what is expected from you at work before you start working on it. You manage to keep pace with others on the academic front. Play your cards well in a business deal. Alternative medicine is likely to work fine for those suffering from a minor ailment. Family priorities come first, remember that if you want domestic harmony to prevail. Love life remains satisfactory. Acquiring property is on the cards for some Lucky No: 18; Lucky Colour: Purple
AQUARIUS (Jan 22 - Feb 19) This is one of your best days. Your contribution on the professional front is likely to be acknowledged by all. Academically, you are likely to outshine your competitors. A social event may find you on the forefront and getting ever popular! Some of you may take the step of bringing romance out of the closet and into the open. Profits and enhanced earnings promise to keep you financially strong. Lucky No: 17; Lucky Colour: Forest green
PISCES (Feb 20 - Mar 20) Your romantic endeavours are likely to yield positive results. Taking possession of a house or organising a house warming party is possible for some. A communication gap may put you in a tight spot on the professional front. Reading and interpreting the fine print in a financial transaction is important to avoid problems later. Something that you eat may not agree with your system. Lucky No: 2; Lucky Colour: Light pink
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