Sneak Preview Horoscope for 2008

(For the longer version please read:   Yearly Horoscope for 2008)

  Happy New Year! The first Universal 1 year of the New Millennium has begun. Yes, more than just the first 1 year of a century, it is the first of the millennium. In sync with this powerful time, Pluto and Jupiter are still very closely aligned with Jupiter now in Capricorn, the sign of organized authority and established power, and Pluto soon to follow. Jupiter expands or increases somehow the energies of whatever other planet it is in aspect to. In this case it is Pluto, the underworld, behind the scenes power player. Together these two planetary energies will increase the will and resolve of people, organizations and institutions. This means the game will get more exciting and intense. Pluto cleans, clears, exposes and purges and will have to work hard when dealing with established authorities of all kinds over the next 16-17 years! During this time the old guard will yield to significant revolutionary change and everyone will be affected.

  Closer to date, 2008 promises a year of change, especially in the form of major new initiatives, which themselves indicate endings as well as beginnings. All groups, teams and players will drive for increased power so the pace of life will quicken and intensify noticeably. As ever, the cyclic drama of life is filled with many experiences, events and emotions, some more pleasant while others painful. Gratitude for the opportunity to be a part of the drama at all is a good attitude. ‘When you get lemons make lemonade’, is another. Neither too optimistic nor too depressed summarizes a Chinese proverb. 2008 will prove momentous, especially in terms of laying new foundations, many of which will prove transitory yet pivotal for the greater future, in the annals of history. On a personal level, people like to have a sense of the future trends and cycles in any given year and so they go to metaphysicians – Astrologers and Numerologists for insight. Therefore, this week’s Horoscope, adding to last week’s, will look a little more closely at the flows and the challenges for each Zodiac sign in 2008. (PS - You are influenced by 2-3 signs especially; see if you can determine which ones. If you really want to know send me an email with your birth date, place and time.)

Aries (Mar 21 – Apr 20)

A challenge from the inside to make some very clear, conscious changes is indicated for you in 2008. Pluto entering Capricorn will bring endings and new beginnings on professional fronts and to your overall scope of power. Fortunately, Jupiter is in there and while you will have to work diligently and be open to apprenticeship study of some kind, there are some auspicious aspects to support your cause. Those who take matters into their own hands and do their homework and begin early in the year will fair best. You could produce some of your best work yet or at least launch into it. Balancing inner awareness growth with outer reality checks will prove the most rewarding. Alignment with your inner authority and possibly by way of running your own business, on one hand, and increased association, responsibility and both social/cultural and professional involvements with others, on the other will bring a steady, if arduous climb to power and recognition.

Taurus (Apr 20 – May 21)

Change is the law, the one you probably like least. Since everything in the manifest universe exists by virtue of movement, change is a fundamental law. Take a philosophical approach as necessary, yet aim to see the bigger picture. The world is about to get shaken-up. This process will begin this year and continue for another decade and a half or so. In certain respects, there is no rush and proceeding more slowly while everything in the world speeds-up is a healthy contribution to balance, as long as you do not stop altogether. Travel opportunities may arise especially linked to practical pursuits. If you go for pleasure, plan to hike or trek or go on a pilgrimage or a vision quest. You may still not feel like you have found your place in the world. You are meant to be with the people – one with and for the people. Aim for long term skills development, yet do whatever you can or want for the sake of the material game in the meantime.

Gemini (May 21 – Jun 21)

If someone told you that you were soon to face certain key fears, would you want to know? Some would, others would not. To live life centered and ready for anything is ever wise and respectful. A deepening of your commitment to yourself as an individual will take center stage. This could come with the paradox that your unique style is to bring others closer together, as well. Communal gatherings will require your leadership and appreciation that there is power in numbers. To be fully present, counted and effective yet transparent, fluid and simple is a task suited to your nature. Ask yourself how you can you bring people together yet draw out their individuality more fully, at the same time. Humanity is on a quest to discover a new spirit of unity through your conscious intent. Do you feel the call? Unexpected inheritances and rewards are likely yet you may have to see through dust, fog and tears to enjoy them. Intend to take control of your imagination and make it work for you, amidst change.

Cancer (Jun 22 – Jul 22)

New opportunities will present themselves in 2008. These may come as a mixed blessing. They imply the need for education and training of some kind. This may take you abroad or at least away from home and familiar places and faces for a while. If that door knocks, you will probably open it. This could produce strain and stress on relationships and only those anchored in true love will survive. New involvements will include a measurable scope of intensity, however. If you thought things were challenging before, they may prove to have been a warm-up.  You are in search of your power yet may not be clear yet as to what it actually is or how to best express it. Visits to foreign places and/or encounters with foreigners or strange concepts, cultures and philosophies are also likely in 2008. Find your center within, aim to travel light and say yes to adventure in both body and mind.

Leo (Jul 23 – Aug 23)

How strong is your faith? You may have to exercise it a lot this year. This could include taking leaps and calculated risks to increase your skill level and earning potential in 2008. You will learn to pay closer attention to the details in your work and in your overall lifestyle as well. This could mean creating a more consistent and reliable health focus. On professional fronts you may have to work harder for success. The good news is that you will probably feel inspired to do so. Refining existing skills and talents is very probable and weighs in more than pursuing new directions – save that for later on in following years. Slow, cautious, diligent, prudent effort is in the stars for this year. You may enjoy the perks of travel, especially linked to your profession. Yet, avoid wanderlust and frivolous activity this year. Breathe deep, set your intentions and focus every day upon health, self-development and skill improvements.

Virgo (Aug 24 – Sep 22)

In 2008, circumstances will push you to produce some fancy foot work and express some creative handy work as well. Certain interests or areas of opportunity could dry-up and compel you to take new approaches and investigate new opportunities, locations and markets. This is a good time to make some prudent investments with a diverse approach. While spreading your energies may not produce as big a return in the early stages, it should produce a steady flow. It may take a couple of years of diligent effort and focus before the returns are really noticeable. On the other hand, you are coming into a time of expanding your range of skills and earning potential. The status quo should prove stable on personal relationship fronts, yet will also require extra energy and attention to maintain health. Record your list of dreams, plans and goals for as many years into the future as you can or feel inspired, and then work backwards with what you must do until you return to the present, then get going!

Libra (Sep 23 – Oct 22)

Creating confidence within and yielding to change, completion and endings without is a good idea for 2008. The material world is ultimately an illusion. Notice how all the realities of history have ever yielded to new realities, demonstrating their transient, illusory permanence? The same is true of our personal life reality. Wisdom knows this and yields to this flow of change; it prepares and plans for it. Hopefully, that is what you are doing. Your ability to demonstrate centeredness, flexibility and non-attachment stands to be tested. Be open to change in your regular routine and habitual patterns. Expect and plan for movement and flux. If it proves to be a false alarm you will be more lucid, agile and flexible anyway. March could well prove to be a major month in this regard so clear the clutter now to be prepared.

Scorpio (Oct 23 – Nov 21)

Exercising leadership in a variety of ways and areas of your life is in the spotlight this year. This will include your ability to exercise a more sober and realistic state of mind. Connecting within to awaken more fully both to who you are and are not is part of the plot. Challenges to who you think you are and how you think and perceive reality is up for change. Entertaining a wide array of experiences and disciplines is likely. Creative and flexible thinking about who you are and what your role is will prove to be a major focus. Intend to push through and beyond. Open minded and flexible, yet independent and committed is the paradox you are to reconcile this year. Whatever is happening, make efforts to embrace the reality that is demanding your time, focus and attention. You will earn some stripes this year – rarely an easy feat. Seek and be open to inspiration where you can, perhaps by embracing nature. See the bigger picture and be at peace in the crazy pace. 

Sagittarius (Nov 22 – Dec 21)

Are you ready to get really focused? Hopefully you are because circumstances will push you to concentrate your focus. This will bring out some hidden leadership qualities. This leadership implies humble, genuine service on one hand and your hidden resources and multi-talented abilities, on the other. This includes laying full claim of responsibility to whatever is happening or has happened in your life. The time has come to bring your wisdom and visions of justice and equality for all to hear, know and share. At deeper levels, this includes realizing that true law is both spiritual and natural. Societal laws can only be as virtuous as the societies that make them and clearly we have work to do in this area. This could provide an apt example of the signs in the heavens for you to deepen your studies. Invest into knowledge, especially the sort that will allow you to serve, teach and heal more effectively.

Capricorn (Dec 22 – Jan 19)

Power and plenty of it is the key word for you this year. The tricky part is that this power will require full diplomatic effort. Expanding your horizons and overall scope of influence is the right thing to do now. This will require new knowledge and skill. Creating networks and increasing your capacity to communicate effectively and with the right people is a big part of the lesson. Your leadership potential is increasing and this will require well-timed initiatives. Contraction for the sake of expansion could literally imply the signing of contracts and other such documents. Generally, the timing to do so is right so be open to such leads and openings. By March, key players will provoke decisiveness and probably cause you to take new approaches. If your vision is to contribute to the building of community, create new networks and expand your horizons then you are right on track.

Aquarius (Jan 20 – Feb 19)

Digging deep into your spiritual well of faith and optimism will probably prove to be your greatest challenge this year. You are already at the beginnings of a major transformational process and you will notice the acceleration this year. Your roles and the ways you used to express your personal power will no longer suffice. The new momentum may take until March to really get going and it might be best to pace yourself until then because you will want to get a lot done. Learning to let go of old attitudes and habits and accessing your inner authority for guidance is your spiritual challenge. You are in a cycle that could be described as metamorphic and it will continue for a couple of years. It will prove to change your perceptions, priorities, attitude and approach measurably. Choosing to flow with this momentum will bring peace and gradual success. Yielding to the tried and true will prove uninspiring and stressful and create a downward spiral. Accept the change and work with it.