Aries (Mar. 21-Apr. 19):
Are you ready, babe? This semester is yours for the taking, but it will not go down without a fight. Mercury and Mars have just left retrograde, but it’ll still be a rocky path to success. You are a natural fighter, so you do not have too much to worry about. However, it may be good to start with some collaboration. Take advantage of group assignments — other people can know things, too. Things may have felt very unpredictable last semester. That can change now, but it all comes down to you. Get ready for the challenge, you got this.
Taurus (Apr. 19-May 20):
Time to start taking risks, love. You have been playing it safe for the past few years — step out of your comfort zone, great things could be in store. Put yourself out there, meet new people, try new things. This semester can bring you many opportunities, take advantage of it and start hurling yourself into the land of success. Communicating may come a bit difficult at the start of the semester, but resist that urge you have to give up. This semester is all yours.
Gemini (May 21-June 21):
This month has already put you through the ringer, do not worry: this semester holds new opportunities for you to thrive. Try to give into those impulses you have been ignoring — they are not always bad. However, this semester, it would also do you some good to slow down and think things through. Identify how you have chosen to communicate your feelings with others and fix it (sometimes you can be wrong too). You are so close to reaching your goals — do not let yourself ignore your friends and family just to achieve them. The key to your success is to go slow and steady, you can do that, babe.
Cancer (June 22-July 22):
Take the lead this semester. The planets have aligned for your ideas to be easily carried out. Listen to those around you. Do not let your emotions carry you through the semester. Keep a level head and lean on those closest to you (especially in the emotionally-fueled times). You cannot let yourself be overworked. Remember to take breaks when necessary, you need your sleep to get anything meaningful done. Try meditating to stabilize yourself this semester, love — it’ll do wonders for you.
Leo (July 23-Aug. 22):
There are many hurdles that you will need to jump this semester, babe. Watching your abrasiveness and holding your tongue could help you on many occasions. A good leader does not need to be the center of attention. Take some time during the semester for self-discovery. There are endless possibilities out there. Take some time to get to know yourself — who are you when there is not an audience? Communication with peers may be a bit difficult this semester, but there is nothing that you cannot handle.
Virgo (Aug. 23-Sept. 22):
Fun is the word of the semester for you, love. You know that not everything needs to be stressful. Perhaps this semester you can take the time to remind those around you of that. You can have a school/life balance. This semester will be hard work, but luckily it will not be all work. Put yourself out there. Now is the perfect time to explore all kinds of new relationships. The people around you deserve to know you. Now is the time for a new Virgo.
Libra (Sept. 23-Oct. 23):
Nothing is certain this semester, things will likely be up in the air until the very end. However, it is nothing that you cannot handle. Take some time to speak with the people around you. People do not need to be cut off immediately. Calm yourself down and talk with people like adults (most problems can likely be worked out). We know that conflict is the worst thing for you, but sometimes it is necessary. Focus on the work that needs to be done and remember to partake in self-care — things can work themselves out in the end if you just let them.
Scorpio (Oct. 24-Nov. 21):
This semester, the world is truly going to be your oyster, Scorpio babe. Not only are you feeling incredibly social, but your personality is more magnetic than usual, making this a great semester for new friends or relationships. Do not be afraid to talk to that person in your class who always wears those cool outfits or always has something meaningful to say. This is also a great time to focus on your own personal wellness and physical fitness. It is a new year, a new semester and a new beginning. And, hey, why not take advantage of Ship REC while you can.
Sagittarius (Nov. 22-Dec. 21):
Hey babe, we know this winter break you might have been snug as a bug in a rug, but it is time to seize the semester and get out there. You are, of course, a party animal at heart, so we do not doubt your abilities, but we know it can be difficult to get started up again. Good news, the stars are on your side and this is a time where you might start to get noticed. Maybe put a little extra effort into your appearance before heading out in the morning or take special care with what you say in your classes. It may be a good thing to be as outspoken as you are, but take some time this semester to stop and think.
Capricorn (Dec. 22-Jan. 19):
Your season has just come to a close, Capricorn, and we will be honest, this semester might be a bit of a rude awakening. You might feel like people are not really understanding what you are saying or doing, or your projects are not coming out exactly as you want them to. You may also be dealing with some emotional difficulties that you have been putting off (we know how you like to bottle things up). This can be frustrating, but we promise with a little moxie in the right places, everything will turn out just fine, babe. Keep your head up and just keep going, better things are coming.
Aquarius (Jan. 20-Feb. 18):
Welcome to not just your season, but a new semester. The stars have constructed a recipe for sleepiness and sluggishness, which is not exactly ideal for a slew of new people, classes and work. We promise you will be feeling like your usual quirky self in no time now that the sun is in your sign. Now is the time to get things done and tackle that to-do list while you are getting this rare influx of motivation. Start your new projects and papers early, and maybe study a little more for these first tests and quizzes. Actually prioritize your often tumultuous emotional health this semester, and everything will be coming up Aquarius, babe.
Pisces (Feb. 19-Mar. 20):
You are truly ready to get this semester started and enter it as a brand-new person, babe. If you have been feeling like your growth has been stifled, do not worry, you will be feeling totally transformed this semester. If you were dealing with anything heavy over the winter break, now will feel like a great time for resolution and recovery. This is a great time to lean on friends old and new as you undergo a season of self-discovery. Celebrate and embrace these changes within yourself instead of pushing them away.
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