“Fantasy is hardly an escape from reality. It’s a way of understanding it.”
― Lloyd Alexander
“You will never be able to escape from your heart. So it’s better to listen to what it has to say.”
― Paulo Coelho
One of the consequences resulting from the uncertainty and upheaval of 2020 is the increased need to escape for some people. The lineups at the liquor store never seem to go away and on social media many are joking about how much they are drinking now. With more people working from home this has also become a concern.
Even when it seems like a good idea, it isn’t. Drugs and alcohol affect the ability of the body to cope with outside stressors and compromise the immunity. They don’t help solve any problems either, and instead are likely to create new ones. If you or someone you know is struggling with substance abuse, it’s probably a good idea to get some outside help. Now more than ever we need to stay in the present moment and help usher in a brighter future for all.
Ebola – It was on this day in 1976 that a shopkeeper in Africa started to feel ill. Within a few days he was dead, and people he was in close contact with began to get sick and die too. The world’s first recorded Ebola virus epidemic began making its way through the area. By the time the epidemic was over, 284 cases were reported, with about half of the victims dying from the disease. There have been a few outbreaks since but it never terrorized the world like we thought it might. By the way, it was just last year that a vaccine was finally approved for use against ebola.
Astrology for the Day – The Moon is in Virgo until 4:17 EDT when it moves into Leo. It opposes Mars shortly before both the Moon and Mars change signs, suggesting the possibility of making some rushed moves or decisions this afternoon. Think before committing to something. The Moon in Libra is about balance and harmony so it should be a calm weekend. Mars is entering Aries, the sign that it rules, and that also sets up a comfortable energy. We are spontaneous, forward-looking, and even courageous under this influence. It’s a great time to forge ahead with new projects and see them through to completion. Just be careful not to become impatient or too impulsive.
Thought of the Day – A sunny day can make everything feel better. Finding time to be surrounded by trees and to enjoy this beautiful time of year can uplift your spirits and bring some clarity to your mind. Make it a daily ritual to get outside and breathe the fresh air of summertime. Have a beautiful Friday.
“What is hell? Hell is oneself.
Hell is alone, the other figures in it
Merely projections. There is nothing to escape from
And nothing to escape to. One is always alone.”
― T.S. Eliot