The ECHO, March 2024

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By Avery Tortora
Co-Editor-in-Chief
Aries (March 21 - April 19)
March is an exciting month for
Aries, as Mercury, Venus, Jupiter and
the Sun will enter this constellation.
Remember not to second guess
yourself; you’re a great leader and
your methodic decision making
speaks for itself. Your dreams are
also expected to carry meaningful
messages for you this year.
Taurus (April 20 - May 20)
A big shift in your energy will come
soon, and your work or productivity
goals will soon be met. As one of
the more stubborn signs, remember
to be patient because your wishes
won’t come automatically. Stay
conscious of your emotions; maybe
try journaling to release some of
those pent up feelings.
By Avery Tortora
Co-Editor-in-Chief
In a world filled with
unbelievable media, overthe-top
superhero movies
and irrational plots, it’s
refreshing to see an interesting
storyline with characters that
truly reflect normal people.
“Normal People,” directed
by Lenny Abrahamson and
Hettie Macdonald, is a show
adaptation of the book by Sally
Rooney. What makes “Normal
People” special is that the
character development, choices
and plot is so realistic, it really
could happen to anybody.
When watching the show, I
found it hard to separate myself
from this fictional universe;
the show mesmerized me, and
I fell in love with being able to
see what it means to be human.
The characters face common
problems and deal with them
in seemingly normal ways, but
the way it’s portrayed made me
2024 horoscopes: What does your future hold?
Gemini (May 21 - June 20)
Gemini’s ruling planet, Mercury,
goes into retrograde April 1. This
retrograde may cause confusion,
but as a sign ruled by the planet of
communication, you should be able
to express your thoughts or issues
clearly and work through these
emotions effectively.
Cancer (June 21 - July 22)
One of the six negative signs,
Cancer is a water sign ruled by the
moon. Like the moon’s power to
change tides, you have the power to
change your paths. When things feel
out of your control, remember that
only you are in charge of yourself,
and you have the power to turn
things around.
Leo (July 23 - Aug. 22)
Like Aries, you’re a natural leader.
You may think the year hasn’t started
off too hot, but there’s plenty of
time for things to get better. You’re
passionate about your interests, and
you excel at the things you love, but
remember to show love and interest
in the people around you, too.
Virgo (Aug. 23 - Sept. 22)
As an Earth sign, you’re reliable
and responsible, and lucky for
you, between now and April it’s
forecasted that you will be able to
find clarity in your relationships.
You may find yourself pulled in two
different directions, but closure or
clarity is there, you just have to look
inside yourself to find it.
Libra (Sept. 23 - Oct. 22)
Libra, you’re chill and laid
back, but sometimes that leads to
indecisiveness. Your ego may get
in the way of change, but there’s no
doubt that your confidence will turn
heads. So as new problems come
your way, try to remember how to
stay calm and approach them in the
most effective way.
Scorpio (Oct. 23 - Nov. 21)
Your assertiveness may make it hard
for you to see other perspectives, so
remember to make it a goal this
year to keep an open mind. You’re
a great motivator for others and
a determined soul. Your hot-head
might dictate your bickering with
people, but your answers may be in
the stars as to what battles to pick.
Sagittarius (Nov. 22 - Dec. 21)
You have an expansive imagination,
and your thoughts are beginning to
run wild. Your optimism is shining
through, but if you have a partner,
their stability and your free spirit
could clash. But your manifestations
are predicted to pay off this year, and
luck or opportunity is predicted for
Sagittarians.
Capricorn (Dec. 22 - Jan. 19)
Mars just left the Capricorn
constellation Mar. 15. It’s unsure
Hulu’s “Normal People” will change you forever
never want to stop watching it.
The show stays true to the
book in many ways, bringing
main characters Marianne
and Connell to life as they
go through their last years
in grade school into their
lives at university, where they
both go to Trinity College in
Dublin. They form a romantic
relationship, but experience
many common, coming-of-age
obstacles, which follow them
as they mature into adults.
Connell and Marianne, with
their own distinct personalities,
navigate how to love each
other and themselves, and no
matter the situation, they are
always brought back together.
With an episodic narrative
style, we get to experience
both Connell’s and Marianne’s
point of view separately. The
audience is able to understand
their lives individually just
as much as their romantic
life together, making them
feel much more approachable
and human, rather than
simply fictional. Not only
is their complex relationship
expressed in a beautiful way,
but every episode is filled
with stunning landscapes
and settings. Even in an
environment distinctly foreign
to me, the show provides
comfort in a strange way.
As somebody who consumes
an ungodly amount of media
in the form of movies and
shows, it’s refreshing to see
a story unfold that resembles,
in some way, what every one
of us experiences. Within
Marianne and Connell’s
beautiful and complicated
love story, the audience can
understand the struggle of
being comfortable in your
vulnerability. We see these
flawed individuals love each
other in this pure and raw
way. Sometimes they make
mistakes and act irrationally,
but that makes them normal
people all the more.
as to whether the departure of this
planet will have positive or negative
effects, but expect minor change to
come. Your ruling planet, Saturn,
will also go into retrograde this year.
Take this time to reflect on who you
used to be and how you’ve changed.
Romance is also forecasted for
Capricorns in 2024.
Aquarius (Jan. 20 - Feb. 18)
Pluto has entered the Aquarius
constellation since January and is
staying until September, bringing
new energy into your life. These new
forces can encourage you to reach
out and expand your comfort zone in
a new way, whether that’s changing
your sleep schedule or innovating a
new work schedule. Change for the
better is just on the horizon.
Pisces (Feb. 19 - March 20)
2024 is reportedly the most
fortunate year yet for Pisces.
Pisces is a sign of love governed
by Neptune, and February was an
exciting month for you. Don’t forget
to reserve some love for yourself;
take some time for self-care and
start 2024 off with your best interest
in mind.
Photos courtesy of Hulu