Weekly Compass: Week 14 (March 31 – April 6, 2025)

💜 Hello beauties, women, goddesses, so what awaits us this week? I bring you an overview of the most interesting news, trends and tips so that we can enter the new week with clarity, inspiration and energy! 🌟

💸 Cash is back in the game
Sweden and Norway, pioneers of cashless societies, are changing course. Governments and central banks now recommend keeping cash at home physical cash supply – due to the growing threats of cyberattacks, blackouts or crises.
✔️ Efficiency gives way to safety.
✔️ It must be possible to pay even without electricity.
For those of us who believe in self-sufficiency and plan B, it's just further confirmation that "Good old banknotes" still have their place. 😉💶

💍 New for connoisseurs: RingConn Gen 2 Air
Smart rings are a hit and a new RingConn Gen 2 Air has ambitions to change the game!
✅ Functions such as measuring heart rate, SpO2, sleep and stress
✅ Lasts over a week, waterproof, no subscription required
✅ And the price? Only $240 (~6600 CZK)
Elegant, smart and affordable – the perfect combination of style and health! 😉

🧠🌍 "Weather under control: AI Aardvark predicts storms faster than a meteorologist with a supercomputer!"

AI named Aardvark Weather, developed in Cambridge, can create accurate weather forecasts in a few minutes and without a supercomputer. Instead of complex model calculations, it uses data directly from satellites and stations. It is fast, cheap and sustainable. 🌱💻 It has a slightly lower resolution so far, but learns and adapts to regions – the future of weather forecasting may be right here. 🔮🌦️

According to a new report Adobe Analytics AI is no longer just the music of the future – fundamentally affects the digital economy.
📈 Since July 2024, e-shop traffic via AI tools (ChatGPT, Copilot, Perplexity...) has increased by 1,200 % – and growth is not slowing down.
🔥 During last Christmas, the increase was even 1,300 % – and since then it has visits from AI double every 2 months.

🧠🔋 "AMD crushes Nvidia in AI – new Ryzen AI Max+ 395 beats RTX 5080 by up to three times!"

Forget games, now it's about big AI models. AMD Ryzen AI Max+ 395 with ultra-powerful GPU Radeon 8060S and up to 128 GB shared memory crushed the RTX 5080 in running giant LLM models like DeepSeek-R1 70B. Where Nvidia chokes on VRAM, AMD shines like a supernova – up to 3x better performance! 🚀🔥

Want more? Next time we'll see how the Apple M3 Ultra stacks up against the RTX 5090 bunch.

📱 Mysterious performance boost for Pixel phones!

Pixel owners report unexpected increase in graphics performance, even on older models! This happens after a silent driver update – Google is silent for nowIn tests and games running on the Vulkan API, the Pixel leads better than ever before. It looks like something big is going on behind the scenes… or at least something smart. 😎🔧

🦾 Clone Alpha – the humanoid assistant of the future is here!

Startup a company launches production of a robotic assistant Clone Alpha, equipped with "artificial muscles", 206 bones and realistic movement. They can clean up, prepare food, respond to visual stimuli, and learn new skills through telekinesis (no, really!). The company plans to produce only 279 pieces, so it's an exclusive tech toy. Although the price hasn't been revealed yet, this "thing" looks like Jarvis on steroids. 😉🚀

🌈 At what age are we happiest? The results were surprising!
According to the latest study, we happiest in 70 years – we have peace, perspective and more time for ourselves. But other scientists claim that peak of happiness comes in 23 or 35 years old.

So who is right?
Maybe no one – Happiness is a lifelong journey, not a goal. So let's indulge in it every day - even today. 💛

🐾 Wild cats back in Czech nature!
Previously considered a pest and ruthlessly exterminated, today it is wild cats (Felis silvestris) are quietly returning to Czech forests.

Scientists don't know exactly how many live here yet, but everything indicates that the population is starting to reproduce independently. And that's great news for biodiversity! 🌲🐈‍⬛

🧠 The productivity paradox: Do less and you can accomplish more!

The modern world forces us to be constantly busy, but science and history show the opposite – the key to success is know when to slow down. Einstein strummed the violin, Jobs took long walks. 🧘‍♀️
The real performance is does not arise from chaos, but from a space for thoughts. So take a break without regrets – maybe that's how you'll step towards the best ideas. 😉

✔ Authentic content – people don't want perfection anymore, they want authenticity. Show who YOU are.
✔ Short videos rule – TikTok, Reels, Shorts = ideal for quick communication and entertainment.
✔ UGC (User Generated Content) – engaging followers and collaborating with small influencers.
✔ AI helps with content personalization – more precise targeting, better ranges.
✔ Social shopping – straight from post to cart. Pinterest and IG are already in full swing.
✔ Meta is changing its approach to moderation – fewer bans, but more responsibility for content.
✔ Virtual reality and 3D environments – slowly so far, but it's starting to take off (watch out for new platforms).

Korean skincare has won the world over for its innovation, effective natural ingredients, and emphasis on prevention. While we tend to treat problems as they arise, Korean women prefer to keep them at bay – with a multi-step routine, hydration, nutrition, and daily care.

We tested the most popular products, from cleansing oils and foams, to toners and essences, to creams with retinol or SPF. The result? More radiant skin, better hydration, a smoother texture, and the feeling that our bathroom smells like a Korean SPA. ✨

Miracle ingredients like snail mucin, Asian navel, fermented extracts or rice water they're not just exotic names – they work! And what's the best part? Quality at a reasonable price. 💸

So, will you be tempted to embark on a journey to Korean beauty? 🌸

Kayali Fleur Majesty Rose Royale
A seductive pink fragrance that combines freshness with femininity, ideal for lovers of floral tones.

Henry Rose Dave
A unique vanilla perfume from Michelle Pfeiffer that offers a modern take on a classic sweet scent.Notino+2frangipani.cz+2Notino+2

Phlur Golden Rule
A playful combination of fruity and floral notes that brings freshness and energy to everyday wear.

Jil Sander Olfactory Series 1
A minimalist collection of six perfumes, including scents like Black Tea, Earth, and Smoke, focused on pure and authentic notes.vogue.com

The main trends of 2025 include so-called “gourmet fragrances”, inspired by notes of vanilla, caramel or coffee, which evoke warm and nostalgic feelings. There are also intense versions of classic perfumes with a long-lasting effect and a return to clean, sparkling aldehyde scents. Fruity and green scents are also popular, reflecting the desire for natural and fresh essences.

For those who want to be in line with the latest perfume trends, it's the perfect time to discover these new fragrances and find the right one to highlight their personality and style.

🎤 Twenty One Pilots
After six years, the popular American duo returns to Prague with a long-awaited The Clancy Tour! In addition to old hits, they will also present a new album Clancy, which will be released on May 17th. Fans have a lot to look forward to – melancholy, energy and a little madness, just the way we like it. 🔥

🎞️ Hollywood? Average season!
The year 2025 hasn't surprised with anything exceptional so far - except for the upcoming sequel Mission Impossible with Tom Cruise and new series White lotus, this time set in Thailand. Otherwise? Stylized boredom. It seems Hollywood is running out of breath… or inspiration. 😏

📚 Comics from Prague: Golem, Einstein and Kafka
Illustrator Stepan Mares (yes, that Mareš!) created for Prague City Tourism a series of comics about iconic characters from Prague. The first three pieces introduce Golem, Einstein and Kafka - the perfect combination of history, creativity and fun for every Prague lover. 🕍📖

🎧 Top audiobooks of the week
🔥 "The Endowment" – Daniel Krejčík
🔥 "Be useful" - Arnold Schwarzenegger
🔥 "Private Rebellion" – Karel Hvížďala & Pavel Landovský
Wisdom, motivation and a little rebellion. Perfect for headphones, for example, for a spring walk. 🎧🌿

🌑 Saturday, March 29 – Partial Solar Eclipse
Around At noon, a celestial theater awaits us. – The moon will get in the way of the sun's rays and covers about 22 % of the solar disk. It is a partial eclipse, because its shadow "just licks" the Earth this time. And what is magical about it? The Sun will be in the sign of Aries - so starting lines of new beginnings. A great time to visualize what you wish to light up in your life. ✨

⏰ Sunday, March 30th – Daylight Saving Time & Cosmic Chaos
At 2:00 AM we move our clocks forward one hour – Summer time begins! And because they mix at the same time wild astrological constellations, you can feel like you're on a roller coaster. Be kind to yourself and others. Spa? Meditation? Offline day? All at once! 💫

🌿 Watch out for your liver!
April traditionally threatens liver – treat them thistle, green tea or detox treatment. Nature cleanses itself, cleanse yourself too! 🍵🌿

😜 Tuesday, April 1 – April
"They say April snow and women's tears don't last long..." but April Fools' Day pranks should be kind. And also be careful – In April, nine types of weather occur in one day. So don't panic if it's snow in the morning and summer in the afternoon. 😄

🔥 Sunday, April 6 – Deadly Sunday
Time bringing out Morana! This purification ritual invites us to say goodbye to winter, hardships, pain and bad mood. Symbolically throw your troubles into the water, let them float away and open yourself to new, fresh spring energy. 🌊🕯️

🎸 31. 3. – Angus Young – AC/DC guitarist, known for his unmistakable school uniforms and energy on stage. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Af0P6XEkI7Y

 🎬 3/31 – Richard Chamberlain – actor, iconic Ralph from Birds in the thorns.

🎬 31. 3. – Ewan McGregor – Obi-Wan from Star Wars, star Trainspotting, an excellent singer.

 🎬 31. 3. – Christopher Walken – Oscar-winning actor (Deer hunter, Catch me if you can).

📚 1. 4. – Nikolai V. Gogol – a classic of Russian literature, a critic of the petty bourgeoisie.

📚 1. 4. – Milan Kundera – the world's most famous Czech writer.

🏛️ 1. 4. – Otto von Bismarck – The "Iron Chancellor", the unifier of Germany.

🎸 2. 4. – Sascha Gerstner (Helloween) – guitarist, producer.

📚 2. 4. – Emile Zola – master of naturalism (Nana).

📚2. 4. – H. C. Andersen – author Little Mermaids, Snow Queens, The Ugly Duckling.

📚 2. 4. – GG Casanova – novelist, adventurer and legend of seduction.

🎬 3. 4. – Eddie Murphy – comedian and acting star (Beverly Hills Cop, Shrek).

🎬 3. 4. – Alec Baldwin – actor (Beetlejuice, Submarine Hunt, Aviator).

🎬 3. 4. – Marlon Brando – legend of world cinema (Godfather, Chase).

🎤 5. 4. – Agnetha Fältskog – member/singer of the group ABBA.

🎬 5. 4. – Gregory Peck – movie star Holidays in Rome, White whale, Boys from Brazil.

📚 5. 4. – Arthur Hailey – bestselling author Hotel, Flight into danger.

🎬 6. 4. – Paul Rudd – actor (Ant-Man, Friends, 200 cigarettes).

🏛️ 6. 4. – Rudolf Bechyně – minister, journalist and exiled politician.

🎨 6. 4. – Gustave Moreau – French painter with a fascination with mythology (Salome).

🕯️ Wellness & Self-Care
Mercury Retrograde and Venus in Pisces Are Calling You slow down and to dive deepIt is an ideal time for inner cleansing and releasing pent-up emotions.

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💧 Aromatherapy bath of the week

➡️ Lavender + Sandalwood – to calm the mind, harmonize the heart chakra and support intuition.
Tip: Add a few drops to a warm bath or diffuser at night before bed.

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🕯️ Candle of the week

➡️ Purple or white candle – purple heals the soul and promotes meditation, white purifies space and the mind.
Burning a candle during your evening ritual will help you focus on intention and inner balance.

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🌿 Magical herb of the week: Lemon balm

It calms the nerves, helps with insomnia, and at the same time cleanses the heart from old pain.
Drink as a tea, use in a bath, or apply a lemon balm compress to your forehead for a calm mind.

🌕 Suitable during the week and as preparation for the full moon on April 13th.

1. Light a candle and breathe deeply.
2. Hold a crystal in your hand – e.g. amethyst or rosewood.
3. Write down what you need. to let go of the past (emotions, fears, relationships).
4. You symbolically burn (or tear) the text and say:
   👉 "I let go of what no longer serves me. I open my heart and mind to new possibilities."

✨ Affirmation of the week:

"I surrender to the flow of life with trust. My heart is open, my mind is calm, and my soul is free."

🧘‍♀️ Recommendation: Meditation & Visualization

Every evening, imagine yourself at peace, in nature, connected to the Earth and your heart.
Focus on peace, forgiveness and self-love – that's the key this week.

💖 This week is about coming back to yourself. Don't look outside for answers - you'll find them within.
🪐 And we work on it as a team. For real. For the soul. For the stars. ✨

🔮 Astro overview: April 1-6, 2025

🌞 Sun in Aries
We are still under the influence of strong Aries energy – a time of courage, action, self-assertion, and new beginnings.
✅ Support the solar plexus chakra (3rd chakra) – the seat of will, self-confidence and inner strength.

🪐 Mercury retrograde in Pisces (15. 3. – 7. 4.)
Slow down, think, revise. It is not recommended to sign important contracts, but you can close the past.
✅ Back up your data, be careful in communication, think about what you say and what you send.
✅ Suitable for introspection, dreams, spiritual themes.

💖 Venus retrograde in Pisces (until 13. 4.)
Old relationships can resurface, emotions run deep. Love needs understanding and compassion, not pressure.
✅ Focus on self-love and kindness - towards yourself and others.

🔥 Mars in Cancer (until 18. 4.)
The event is focused on home, family, emotions. Energy can be volatile - it is good to ground it.
✅ Focus on family relationships, household chores, or self-care.

⚠️ Karmic nodes on the Pisces–Virgo axis
We are still working on the balance between the spiritual plane (Pisces) and everyday order and care (Virgo).
✅ Time to heal old wounds, cleanse body and soul.

🌊 Saturn in Pisces
We are still cleaning up our karma – debts, obligations, emotions. Work on responsibility, inner peace and healing.

"Every new beginning is like a shot from a space ramp - you don't have to know exactly where you'll end up. You just have to have the courage to press start." 🚀🔥