Patience and strength go hand-in-hand with this card and there is a valuable life lesson to be learned. There will always be those who are the “beast” in your life, and how you handle your encounters with these people could be one of your most valuable tools. Let’s float the words “soft control” here for just a moment. And, keep in mind that Venus enters two-sided Gemini today.

When dealing with a difficult individual repeatedly, it is wise to take note of their patterns. What makes him/her tick? What triggers or buttons seem to set off a totally undeserved tirade? Your job is to recognize these before things are out of control. One controls the beast through gentle manipulation and persuasion; being kind is your best asset in this type of situation. However, if you have all the symptoms of being a perpetual brown-noser, you should reassess your tactics. No…