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2008 Forecast

Aries

2008 over view

ZODIAC ZEITGEIST:  A cosmic thermometer of critical days.

Forecast below are 'Sun Sign' astrology potentials.

Aries

Aries

You are a courageous person of action and independence, suited to leadership. The theme for 2008 is responsibility discipline and ambition. Saturn offers more pleasure, satisfaction from your work. Upgrade your skills. Develop competence & confidence. Pluto indicates from February you become very ambitious, be wary of power struggles with others (bosses) at work. An Eclipse August activates flames of desire in your romantic life. Business trips are likely and teaching others. Jupiter says March, May, October your spiritual awareness is awakened. Uranus stirs restless, Nov. There is tension between responsibility and freedom. It can be a challenging time at work. Mars retrograde brings delays, January. Communication, getting new projects moving, is best, February. Mid Feb to mid March is very social. Meet inspirational new people.

Taurus

Taurus

You are a sensuous earth sign, your emotional security is based on having your basic needs met. It will be easier to satisfy your material desires in 2008. Mars going backwards says January starts the year sluggishly. Its a year of slow steady progress. You love physical pleasures. Jupiter gives you a boost to satisfy your material desires. Over seas travel is a rewarding experience. Study and further education is satisfying. Saturn says plan to make your most important decisions around Jan 21, Sept 8, Nov 21. Uranus electrifies you with a sudden awakening in Nov. It has the potential to be the most dynamic month. Venus indicates Jan is a time for serious commitment to love. Romance is stable in May. Love is harmonious Aug, Sept. Passion is intense, first half of Oct.

Gemini

Gemini

You are a witty story teller. Rebuild yourself emotionally and financially. Heal wounds from the past. Understand your history so that you can be free of it. Tap the power of your full creative potential. Don't let others limit you. Jupiter urges you to be clear about your goals in partnership. There are opportunities for new biz partnerships. An Eclipse Feb 7 & Aug 17 awakens spiritual consciousness as you seek metaphysical meaning to life. Pluto stirs strong emotion Jan 26–Mar 24 & and after Nov 27. Seek deeper connection to others. Seek more satisfying intimacy. Take relationships to the next level. Uranus shakes up career changes. Be more skillful with new techniques & technology. Early Nov reevaluate your career direction. If dissatisfied, a job change is highly likely. Saturn says there is work to do at home or family responsibilities to deal with.

Cancer

Cancer

Your sensitive caring personality can reach out to others. 2008 relationships and close partnerships expand your life and bring opportunities with your career. Saturn brings mental focus, sharpen up your communication skills, organise your thoughts. Jupiter brings optimistic people into your life  who encourage you to move out of your safety zone and grow. From Feb Pluto brings a long cycle of transformation. Relations with others deepen. Eclipses in Feb & Aug is a time ripe with emotional & financial negotiations with others, there can be deception & unrealistic promises. The year starts slowly with Mars retrograde, from March projects more forward more productively. Passions are hot on Jan 24th is a time of powerful transformation which stirs deep feelings and sets the mood for the profound changes activated this year.

Leo

Leo

You are a dramatic playful child of the universe, shine and perform. 2008 be practical, get serious about developing and marketing your talents. There are opportunities with your work if you make an effort. Career and relationship issues are the main focus for January. Commitment and social connections serve to develop your talent & skill. You get support from others late March, May, Nov. Saturn encourages you to be an expert in one area. Refine one special talent. Do practice & training to express your potential. Make your ideals and fantasies real. Eclipses, Feb 7 & Aug 16 shake up your closest relationships. Redefine your shared commitments, values, beliefs, aspirations with others. Partnerships go thru transformation. Pluto says there are changes with your work. Train in new technologies.

Virgo

Virgo

You are a skillful analytical practical person with a pure modest spirit. With Saturn in your sign, 2008 is a karmic year. You will get what you deserve if you work with self discipline and refined focus. Set your long term goals, make a plan to realise your dream. Jupiter gives you a boost for starting actionon Jan 21, Sept 8, Nov 21. Your creativity is at a peak during these times. You are committed to perfection,  it's satisfing to be involved with meaningful projects. Challenging issues can be overcome thru routine productive work. Pluto brings change to your creativity, your connection with children and romantic relationships go thru transformation. More laughter and love comes your way. Venus says Jan 25th is a passionate time. Jan 25th – Feb 18 is a romantically playful.

Libra

Libra

You are a romantic social harmoniser who balances your needs with those of others. 2008 attend to your inner life, heal old wounds, reassess home and inner needs. Make improvements to your living space. Eclipses, Feb 7 & Aug 16 spark your romantic life. Your heart opens to more fulfilling experiences of love, art, style, self expression. In love, you often give more than you get. Take a partnership to a higher level or connect with someone new who inspires you, and expect the best. Commit to a plan you have. Action flows better from Feb. The wait for the approval of others. Mars says Aug 19 – Oct 3rd you are a creative self starter, inspire others. Uranus says there are career opportunities learning new skills, March 29, May 22, Nov 14.

Scorpio

Scorpio

Emotions and passions run deep with you. You are fascinated with the creative mysteries of life: sex, birth, death. Jupiter says 2008 use your obsessive mind to expand your conscious, nourish your mind. From Feb your thinking becomes deeper. Saturn says you benefit from working cooperatively with others and can be more productive. March 28, May 21, Nov 12 is a confident time for communication. Uranus says Nov there are challenging tensions between what you want and what others want. Mars says Dec 12 – 15, Jan 2, Mar 7, Aug 17 can be a stressful time for relationships. Express your intense feelings constructively & calmly with those you love. 2008 you can accomplish your goals if you can work harmoniously with others but still stay true to your strong feelings.

Sagitarius

Sagitarius

You are a truth seeking philosophical, benevolent teacher and story teller. 2008 raise your self worth, you have high potential to earn more ¥. Come down to earth, be practical, don't be too spaced out in your head. People love you because of your positivity; but don't be scared of difficult emotional issues which block your happiness. Jupiter says you can earn more $. Saturn says you can make 2007 dreams come true in 2008 if you are realistic, practical, pragmatic, down to earth. The year starts slowly, there are delays with partnership issues and love. In March your passions intensify, love flows better, go for what you want. Deepen a partnership or find a new lover. There are increased responsibilities at work which can bring success. An Eclipse Feb 21st can bring changes at work.

capricorn

Capricorn

You have great organisational abilities as a manager and ambitious talent in business. 2008 is a year for major expansion and far reaching personal growth and recognition. Go to the next level of achievement in your life. Saturn, your planet, encourages you to get serious about further study to advance your career. There are opportunities for work related travel. Jupiter in your sign gives you a boost to make your plans successful and real, Jan 21, Sept 8, Nov 21. Uranus indicates Nov 4 is challenging. It can be a good time to have a break from your duties & routine. Explore new experiences. Find a balance between security and surprises. Pluto challenges you to let go of some things from the past, get more satisfaction in your life. Change the way you think about yourself. Get rid of old habits. There self worth issues hit crunch point in December.

aquarius

Aquarius

You are a highly intelligent, socially aware, individualist. 2008 seek closer bonds, sharing, intimacy with others. It's a testing time for existing close partnerships. Strengthen ties or let go of unproductive relationships personally & business. Get in touch with your deepest desires and needs. Be open to change. The year starts slowly. Mars heats up love & pleasure mid Feb into early March. There is potential for a power struggle with a business colleague this year. You are very logical, but your thinking can be fixed and too rigid. It's time to explore your deep emotions. Uranus indicates finances are  iunstable. Nov 4 frustration & tensions can build up. You are forced to make radical changes. It is a big turning point in your life pertaining to issues of security, self worth & values you share with others. Change the direction of your life to prepare for big opportunities in 2009.

Pisces

Pisces

You are an imaginative, compassionate, sensitive, spiritual soul. 2008 you benefit from being part of a team, networking with others. Success depends on the quality of relationships you create with others and network you create. Close personal partnerships are the most challenging area. Jupiter inflates your idealistic goals which can be reached with a realistic plan Jan 21, Sept 8, Nov 21. Eclipses on Feb 7, Aug 16th awaken you spiritually. Neptune paves the way to meet an inspirational teacher in May. Create space for  mystical exploration. Find an integrated 'oneness' thru being in nature, music, yoga & meditation. An Eclipse Feb 21 can trigger a passionate ultimatum with relationship issues. An Eclipse Aug 1st triggers you to take bold creative risks with your work. If your job frustrates you, seek new employment.