Aries (March 21-April 19)

Remain open to new experiences. At the end of the day you may discover a skill that you have, which could add a deeper meaning to your life. When we shun the opportunity to explore life, we quite possibly cut off the chance to change our lives.

Taurus (April 20-May 20)

Remain calm when in the midst of an uncomfortable situation. One of the worst things you could do is to get upset. The end result will be strife if you respond negatively.

Gemini (May 21-June 20)

Keeping motivated is smart. It not only increases your chances to get ahead, but it also keeps you young and ultimately enhances your energy. Not sure how to keep busy when you have nothing to do? Pick up a book, even just reading a comic book can keep your mind busy enough to balance your energy level.

Cancer (June 21-July 22)

Starting something new in life? Perhaps it is a new relationship, job or project and you are feeling very excited about it, but you are not getting the support you feel is needed in order for it to flourish. Well do not worry. You will eventually get the support and  sufficient supply, enough to satisfy you, and even though it may come at the last moment, it will still come.

Leo (July 23-August 22)

Do not get involved in gossip. It will only steal your time, and eventually rob your karma. When others want to indulge in frivolous chit chat, make your mind busy and do not indulge in the conversation.

Virgo (August 23-September 22)

Let go and let peace take hold. Letting go of the past, a troublesome relationship or even a job which is causing you more pain than what is worth, is the best decision you can make for yourself. You may have to sacrifice, and it may be a big one, however, the darkest hour before dawn, and as long as you believe in a new day, then you should also believe that, that new day can create newness in your life, especially if you make the change today, tomorrow can increase it.

Libra (September 23-October 22)

Right choices offer better outcomes. Even though the right choice may not be easiest all the time, it is still better than making a negative choice which will always have a negative impact on your life. Rise above the negative and it will not be able to throw your fortune into the gutter.

Scorpio (October 23-November 21)

Somebody may attack your character and try to cause havoc in your life. Do not take it on as a battle, but view it like a lesson that in the end you will gain more knowledge from. Eventually their actions will make you stronger. Nonetheless their behaviour will cause them more havoc than you will experience.

Sagittarius (November 22- December 21)

People are paying attention to you. Represent yourself as best you can. Walk with confidence and treat others with the same respect you wish to be treated with.

Capricorn (December 22-January 19)

Be thankful and show gratitude when you receive a gift of appreciation. Even if it is a small compliment, express thankfulness because somebody is thinking of you with love and respect.

Aquarius (January 20-February 19)

Feeling lonely? Find a new interest. Whether it is yoga, chess, skydiving or social group online, you will meet new people and also increase your ability to meet somebody to share your time with.

Pisces (February 20-March 20)

Difficult situations make us stronger. Even though you may feel weak as you are going through the challenge, at the end of it all you will be a better person than you are now.

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While long distance love may make for lonely nights and the need to keep a few extra batteries on hand in the nightstand, living and loving from a distance is a common arrangement in the modern, globalized world. As more people connect through online dating, new relationships are often separated by hundreds of miles from the onset. And though the distance may prove challenging at times, smart couples are taking advantage of all that long-distance love has to offer.

On the plus side, absence not only has the potential to make the heart grow stronger, but it can also make the libido soar. While intimacy may be cultivated through comfort and closeness, raw sexual desire is often fueled by unpredictability, risk and the unknown. So sex in long distance relationships can be very hot — as long as you don’t let a little space get in the way.

Phone sex, Skype sex (hooray for webcams) and sexting are not only the perfect foreplay to let the tension build until your next in-person tryst, but these forms of safer sex can be more than satisfying on their own. Once you get pass the awkwardness of learning the lingo of a little dirty talk, phone sex provides the perfect opportunity to let down your guard, forget about any body image issues and allow your imagination run wild. If you’re uncomfortable with full-on phone sex at first, you can start with some sexy phone flirting and work your way up to mutual masturbation and over-the-airwaves orgasms.

Sexting also provides a titillating prelude to later in-person or on-camera hook ups. To protect yourself when sexting or emailing sexy pics, never include your face in any photographs and bear in mind that there is always a risk of unintended exposure when you send anything electronically. Close-ups of body parts can make for hot messages while ensuring enough distortion to protect your identity. And be sure to double-check the sender’s phone number before hitting send, because once you do, there is no going back. Aunt Enid definitely doesn’t want to see a close-up of those.

Do bear in mind that anything you send via email, text or other social media network will be eternally published in the online world, so there is always risk in electronic flirting. One of my clients who is an avid sexter taught me this trick: add a temporary tattoo to your body when you take close-up pictures. If anyone were to come across the photos, no one will suspect you since your tattoos don’t match!

Since meaningful relationships are about more than just sex, open communication, honesty, trust and emotional check-ins can also help your love to continue to grow from a distance. And while planning for a future in which you’ll likely live in closer proximity is exciting and relevant, try to spend some of your time enjoying the present and embracing the unique exhilaration of longing for your love.

Until next time, have fun, experiment and always practice safer sex.

Dr. Jess (Jessica O’Reilly) is a sought-after sexologist with a PhD in human sexuality. She maintains a private practice in Toronto and travels the world to teach workshops that promote healthy and deliciously pleasurable sex. From hosting a reality show on PlayboyTV to coordinating retreats in the sunny Caribbean, she relishes in every moment!

Aries (March 21-April 19)

When something unpredictable and negative happens, take responsibility for your own actions within the circumstances. Remaining blameless, while expressing understanding shows a wise heart and mature mind.

Taurus (April 20-May 20)

Music and movies are great ways to trigger an evening of rest and relaxation. You may not have much of an opportunity to do much chilling, but this week, indulge when at all possible.

Gemini (May 21-June 20)

When somebody annoys you, take it with a grain of salt. Allowing them to affect your state of mind in an unhealthy manner is never good for the body.

Cancer (June 21-July 22)

Give what you can, but do not over extend your kindness to those who constantly show no gratitude toward your considerate nature. You may still want to be nice and giving, but being overly generous will be like throwing your jewels to swine.

Leo (July 23-August 22)

When you get a good idea write it down and do something with it. Sitting on ideas and goals will lead to nothing. Working on them could lead to more than you initially hoped for, and you could learn valuable lessons in the midst of it all.

Virgo (August 23-September 22)

Do not become consumed with the burdens of life. They come and go, but if you hold on to them, they will not release you.

Libra (September 23-October 22)

When a friend says they will do something for you, but they end up letting you down, simply express forgiveness. Not only will it create good karma for you, it will also prevent negativity from seeping into your ego.

Scorpio (October 23-November 21)

Be proud of your accomplishments. Even with those people who tend to question what you have and have not achieved, ignore their judgments, because they have not walked in your shoes.

Sagittarius (November 22-December 21)

When we allow others to dictate our moods based upon their bothersome actions, we cause negative effects on our health. Headaches, stiffness off the muscles and joints, sore throats and more can take place. Chalk their rudeness up as ignorance, and focus on you.

Capricorn (December 22-January 19)

Do not become discouraged by the trials you may be experiencing in life. Learn what you can from the circumstances, and even if they are weighing you down, do not allow them to hold you down.

Aquarius (January 20-February 19)

Worrying will not get you any closer to solving the issue at hand. Working through it, with confidence that things will unfold for the positive for all who are involved is key to resolving things.

Pisces (February 20-March 20)

People who care will not always express it in the way you feel they should. However, if you demonstrate patience, eventually you will also begin to understand why they show their kindness the way they do.

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Aries (March 21-April 19)

Do not wish you could be in a better place. Create a better place and work towards it one step at a time and you will get where you want to be with diligence as opposed to wishing.

Taurus (April 20-May 20)

Do not lose faith in the journey just because things are not unfolding fast enough. You might want to consider slowing down in the race, and that is fine, but don’t pull out all together. Your determination will pay off.

Gemini (May 21-June 20)

Gossip is never good. Be careful what you say about others because when the truth is revealed it will hit you tenfold and eventually will affect you more negatively than the one you gossiped about.

Cancer (June 21-July 22)

Your approach to a sensitive situation may need to change in order for you to get what you want. Do not use emotions over logic and try not to expect more than you are willing to accept.

Leo (July 23-August 22)

Judging others will get you nowhere closer to being a better person. Helping those who are struggling yet are still striving is how you can become better than you could imagine.

Virgo (August 23-September 22)

Have a desire to get somewhere or get something? Focus your mind on the process needed to attain your goal as you keep your ultimate desire in your heart.

Libra (September 23-October 22)

Does a friend or family member feel they have more authority over a situation than you have? Hear them out and consider their words, however, if you do not yet feel completely comfortable with their direction continue to ponder your options because moving hastily can sometimes cause more havoc than necessary.

Scorpio (October 23-November 21)

Remember that inconsistency is an enemy to success so stay on top of your game plan. Nobody can deter you from your path unless you give up.

Sagittarius (November 22-December 21)

Steadfastness will be your strong point this week. Your aura will shine and you will feel energetic as long as you eat healthy, think good, progressive and exercise. Even a thousand steps extra a day will make a huge difference.

Capricorn (December 22-January 19)

Speak up, but do not yell. Choose your words wisely and deliver them with authority without raising your voice.

Aquarius (January 20-February 19)

Drink more water. Already drinks lots? Add a lime slice to it! It helps to clear out the toxin and trigger weight loss.

Pisces (February 20-March 20)

Do not get caught up in gossip and chaos. The outcome is always unpredictable. Be a peacemaker not a brawler.

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Yet another reason to stop using cocaine…it ages you at twice the rate of non-users.

A recent study to be published in Molecular Psychiatry, found that the sample group similar in age, gender and verbal IQ, showed users of cocaine lost more grey matter at twice the volume.

“As we age, we all lose grey matter. However, what we have seen is that chronic cocaine users lose grey matter at a significantly faster rate, which could be a sign of premature ageing. Our findings therefore provide new insight into why the cognitive deficits typically seen in old age have frequently been observed in middle aged chronic users of cocaine,” says, lead researcher Dr Karen Ersche, of the Behavioural and Clinical Neuroscience Institute (BCNI) at the University of Cambridge

Although previous studies have shown psychological and physiological changes associated with old age – cognitive, brain atrophy and immunodeficiency- this is the first to show premature ageing of the brain.

According to the United Nations Office on Drugs and Crime, it’s estimated that there are 21 million users worldwide, with approximately one percent of these users being addicted.

Aries (March 21-April 19)

Holding on to pain from the past will not help you to heal toward the future. Let go of the poisonous toxins that may cause negativity in your life. Stop remembering it and start forgetting get. Get rid of the resentment and replace it with forgiveness.

Taurus (April 20-May 20)

At the end of the day if you have already tried all that you can possibly think of to help the situation that is nagging at you, then relax and wait on change. Change is inevitable and you may have to wait a little for it to take effect, but eventually it will. That is when patience becomes a virtue.

Gemini (May 21-June 20)

Trying to remove the blockages in your life that you feel are preventing you from moving ahead? Well start with yourself and then move outwards. Most likely it is a transformation in you that is waiting to happen in order for the blockages to be eliminated.

Cancer (June 21-July 22)

Going through a trying time with people or somebody in particular? Try not to place blame on others. Instead identify your own shortcomings and how you can change your perception to understand the circumstances as opposed to fighting them in your heart and head.  By using logic rather than emotion, you will perceive more clearly how you can help the situation.

Leo (July 23-August 22)

Pay attention to what others say and listen carefully to their words. Not only so you can respect them as it is their time to express, but also so you can treat others how you wish to be treated.

Virgo (August 23-September 22)

Do not stress yourself over trivial matters. They will eventually work themselves out.

Libra (September 23-October 22)

Others may try to torment you with their mean words or judgments, however, just because they have an opinion it does not mean it is always correct, and especially when it is in regards to somebody else’s life. Do not be quick to take on their perceptions, develop your own and stay focused on your positive road to peace.

Scorpio (October 23-November 21)

Believe in yourself and your ideas to tackle life. You are a wise person with a great spirit, use your innate abilities to propel you to great heights.

Sagittarius (November 22-December 21)

Listen to your gut. Your intuition is stronger than you give it credit for and paying attention to it more often than not will help you in the areas of love, finances, health and career. This week especially you will have to listen to the quiet voice inside of you for the answers concerning career possibilities and change.

Capricorn (December 22-January 19)

Do not put yourself on a pedestal, but allow others to exalt you in a way where you do not come off as if you are boasting and bragging. Others will respect you more and not accuse you of arrogance but will consider you eccentrically awesome.

Aquarius (January 20-February 19)

People come and they go. When they leave it is always best to let them go. Do not stress over it mentally or physically. Really, if they feel they are making the right choice then no matter how much you stress they will still do what they want. Heal yourself and learn to live with their choices. If their decision was not the best, then in due season they will recognize their falter and return.

Pisces (February 20-March 20)

Sometimes leaving everything in the hands of fate is not necessary. In fact at times it is best to reach out and make a difference in order for things to turn out for the best. Do what you can to create the best possible outcome, but do not stress yourself in process, because the rest you can leave up to fate, but at least do your part to start the process.

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“The Real Housewives of Atlanta” cast member Sheree Whitfield is finally confirming reports that she will not return to the Bravo reality show next season – but she says the decision was her choice.

“After four solid seasons of helping Bravo build the show into its most successful ‘Housewives’ franchise, I have decided to leave,” she said in a statement. “The direction the show is going in is no longer a fit for my lifestyle. I’m tired of the fighting and the cattiness. Read more

Adria Vasil's green awakening took place when she was 13 years old after the Exxon Valdez oil spill. She has written her third book Ecoholic Body. Sarika Sehgal photo

In true green fashion, environmental writer Adria Vasil arrives on her bicycle at the Leslieville coffee shop and orders organic ginger tea. She’s come to talk about the carcinogens in our body wash, estrogen-mimickers in our soap and lead in our lipstick.

That’s the subject of her new book, Ecoholic Body, an earth-friendly guide to living healthy and looking good. Vasil, 36, has been writing the “Ecoholic” column for NOW Magazine since 2004 and is the author of two other books, the Canadian bestseller Ecoholic and Ecoholic Home. Read more