Celebrity Horoscope for Ray Charles

A great deal of your time is spent in the world of feelings, emotions and intuitions. For the most part, your life is experienced as an ebb and flow of emotional tides and currents. You usually react strongly to the emotional atmosphere of any given situation. You don't deal with people so much by their outward appearance as you do by their inner state. You seem to know things intuitively and have some degree of psychic power. Your best communication is often nonverbal.

You are very impressionable though you try to hide it. Since intangibles play a great role in your life, practicality or intellectualism isn't necessarily your thing.

Few things bring you greater happiness than a successful, close, personal relationship. You have an innate understanding of the interconnectedness and interdependence of all forms of life. Empathy, compassion and emotional rapport can be your strongest virtues. However, not many people are ready to merge the way you are. Learn to recognize and respect other peoples' boundaries. Because of your constant awareness of other peoples' emotions, you need to insure your privacy and to practice some form of daily prayer or meditation.

TIP: Master an art form such as poetry, music, photography or dance. You can do it.

All things aquatic and nautical fascinate you; you are in your natural element when surrounded by water. So, get yourself a hottub, a waterbed, an aquarium and a fountain. Or live by a great body of water. Because of your heightened sensitivity to fluids you are advised to drink purified water and to purchase and service a water-filtration system for your home.

Fewer than two planets in Fire signs
ABOUT LIGHTING YOUR FIRE

You might come across as being cool, aloof and dispassionate. You may even have cold hands or feet, become easily chilled and have a slow metabolism. Without a lot of work, life's fast lane is probably not for you.

TIP: Add more red coloring to your wardrobe and your environment. Add ginseng to your diet. Eat more spicy foods, especially cayenne pepper. Enjoy more moderate physical exercise early in your day. Get a home that faces south. Live in a warm, sunny environment. Use a fireplace or a wood stove. Burn candles.

Four or more planets in Earth signs
YOU COULD MANAGE A BUSINESS

You tend to be the practical sort: down to earth and concerned with material comfort and security. You favor "the real world." Inspirations, feelings and ideas don't mean so much to you as do practical applications, immediate ramifications and tangible results. Concrete facts are your thing. If you can't see it, smell it, hear it, feel it, taste it or touch it, you figure it isn't significant. Dreams and theoretical considerations might not mean much to you.

Being pragmatic, you don't usually take chances with your time, money, energy or your feelings. You tend to be dependable, although folks in the fast lane may find you a bit conservative and dull.

If you find that you're becoming bored or depressed, you should realize that your values are misplaced, and that your sense of security is false. If you're not happy, change your status quo and embrace the unknown. When paralyzed by fears and inhibitions, breathe deeply and move slowly and deliberately towards what you want.

If you put your mind to it, you could cultivate your green thumb. Outward beauty is important to you. Working with your hands can pay off. You can shape the materials of the earth into sellable products. You're well suited to have your own business, provided that you've chosen it.

Fewer than two planets in Air signs
ABOUT YOUR IDEAS

You probably don't think or reason things out quite the way that other people do. Detached, objective thinking is just not one of your stronger innate abilities.

It probably takes considerable effort for you to express yourself and you may even be distrustful of smooth and fast talkers.

Although the university life per say may not be your thing, continuing education is necessary. If you do not allow tolerance for cultural diversity, you may suffer from corresponding rigid physical symptoms such as arthritis.

TIP: Attend some classes, workshops and seminars on topics of interest.

Since book learning probably brings frustration, learn more from hands on experience. Instead of people telling you, have them show you. Add some wind chimes and mobiles to your environment. Do regular breathing exercises. Have someone teach you pranayama which is the yogic science of breathing. Make a conscious effort to find an appropriate outlet for detachment.

Five or more planets in Cardinal signs
YOU DO YOUR OWN THING

You like to start things and take the initiative. You have to act, but do not like to be told what to do. You are restless, energetic, driving, outgoing, opportunistic and ambitious. You're full of primal energy and do not cope well with direct and constant supervision. You're suited for self-employment, or the kind of work where you are in charge. Probably, you're more busy than bored.

TIP: Learn to delegate in order to become a better leader.

You've a strong outward orientation to career, love, home and family. Deal directly with surroundings and others.

Fewer than two planets in Fixed signs
PERSISTENCE IS OMNIPOTENT

"Nothing in the world can take the place of persistence.

Talent will not; nothing is more common than unsuccessful people with talent.

Genius will not; unrewarded genius is almost a proverb.

Education will not; the world is full of educated derelicts.

Persistence and determination alone are omnipotent."

Learn to finish what you have begun.

How is it that people tend to associate perfectionism with you? Can it be that people think that you're essentially level- headed? Do you have a flair for statistics and analysis? Is it that you're highly selective and discriminating? What about your inquiries and examinations? Probably, you are more practical and methodical than the average person. You are not prone to brag or boast and can handle money well.

You can be cautious in matters of the heart. You like to do things for people and tend to be more of a giver than a taker. However, you do need to be thanked.

You're naturally tactful and diplomatic. You can see all points of view. You can see another person's point of view as well as your own self interest. Altogether, you prefer to deal with pleasant realities. When you're under too much emotional stress, you vacillate and procrastinate, especially when it has something to do with money. After all, you're adaptable and you want to do the right thing and be fair.

You respond to the spirit of fairness. You do some of your best work on a one on one basis. You could be a professional peace maker.

TIP: You need to find the right balance between your own needs and the needs of other people in your life.

You have a eye for beauty. There's something sophisticated, refined, graceful, polished and courteous about you. Grooming is important to you and your skin and hair are beautiful. You're naturally charming and an idea person. You're peace loving, except when provoked.

You see love as a 50 50 proposition, see your partners point of view and are willing to meet them half way. Be sure to meet them in front of a mirror, privately.

You need partnership, including mental compatibility. When your primary relationship is going well, you're most happy.

Have you been told that you'd make a good professional critic? You've an eye for detail and nuance. You could learn to do some great impressions. You're a pragmatic thinker and a problem solver.

Passion matters to you and your affairs can be an all-consuming experience. You're not satisfied with anything less than the total fulfillment of desire. When you do not receive gratification, your love can turn into hate.

You're somewhat stealthy about your energy and powers. You hide what you've got and you go get what you want indirectly, depending upon your moods and instincts. Ritualized bathing will energize you.

Many are your feelings and great is your kindness. You can develop people skills and benefit through various business dealings that require the personal touch. You could do something very big with food.

Once you master the science of etiquette, a great position will be yours. Find tactful ways to release unwanted burdens and joyless responsibilities. To increase your financial earnings, pay more attention to scientific achievements.

You have a measure of daring and courage. It's possible that you can experience quick and unsettling outbursts of unusual energies. You get a 7-year itch to be an impetuous little devil. Steer clear of political fanaticism. Feel free to blaze a new technological trail.

Become more receptive to new methods and tools to make your work place more conducive to creativity and productivity. Get more plants for your office, learn new ways to blend the spiritual with the material.

You've an extra intense need for physical and emotional security. The hell of it is that domestic tranquillity has probably eluded you. Once you cultivate a live-and-let-live attitude, your emotional life will improve considerably.