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Making a decision about an educational pursuit or about picking up a skill in the new year will put your mind at 6356 5 stars • GEMINI (May 21-June 20): Don't let anyone push responsibilities your way that don't belong to you. Children or older relatives may pose a problem for you. Try to relax and you will find it much easier to get through a hectic and disjointed day. 2 stars • CANCER (June 21-July 22): If something needs to be done just do it. The more you give yourself time to think about how much is expected of you, the harder it will be for you to get things done. Someone from your past is likely to surface. 4 stars % LEO (July 23-Aug. 22): Relax - give yourself a break. Make plans to get together with friends or network with colleagues and you will leam valuable information. 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