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Your Stars with Simon Turnbull |
YOUR STARS FOR 2008
ARIES
ROMANCE & RELATIONSHIPS
SINGLES:
When Venus goes into your sun sign
on the 7th of April, you should feel much love flowing your way. New relationships,
whilst falling in the most on the casual side of things, will here and there
open the way to potentially more lasting ones. Many of these may begin as
friendships, as Neptune in Aquarius will tend to draw commitment-phobic individuals
your way. The good news is that if you last the distance, your new long-term
partner could be all you’ll need for the rest of your life.
CURRENT ONES:
With Mars in Leo from the 10th
of May you could find your partner much more communicative about their likes
and dislikes around this time. June is even more likely to produce a heart
to heart environment for you both. Travel will also put you in a position
where you both may be putting other goals on hold. The best thing to do is
sit back and enjoy the break, as there’ll be plenty of time for you to catch
up with unfinished business upon your return.
FINANCE & SPECULATION:
Virtually all you Aries are going to find your finances improving in September, with both Venus and Mars quite close together in Libra. When Pluto goes direct in Sagittarius on the 9th of September it should give you the push forward you need to remain consistent and prevent you from giving up in the face of adversity. Now is a good time to invest in a property for those in the mood to do so. Avoid over commitment, however, or you may wish you kept your money in the bank.
CAREER:
If you have been grooming yourself
for a raise, look towards early November as the best time to gain the promotion
or career opportunity you have been waiting for. Neptune goes direct in Aquarius,
and that can mean an easier time for those in a position of authority to give
you what you want. You can begin grooming yourself for the change much earlier
in the year, of course. Trust your intuition; when the time comes, you will
know how best to act.
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TAURUS
ROMANCE & RELATIONSHIPS
SINGLES:
The planet Jupiter in Capricorn
at the beginning of the year will bring some good opportunities with new relationships
until the 8th of May. Therefore if you are in the running for a new partnership,
it is best to act in that time period. After that time, events are likely
to slow down. If you haven’t sorted out a new emotional beginning by then,
you will have to wait until the end of the year. The second half of 2008 is
more likely to be populated by past partners whom you may wish to reconnect
with.
CURRENT ONES:
Uranus in Pisces for much of this
year could mean some of you are still likely to channel your emotions in very
unusual directions, just as you did last year. The only difference is that
you will have benefited from last year’s experience. As Uranus goes retrograde
at the end of June, you will be given another chance to sort out unfinished
business with a past love. It will be either a make or break time for those
who would like to salvage relationships that have not been working for them.
FINANCE & SPECULATION:
December is the best month for
you bulls to benefit financially. It is the only month when there are no retrograde
planets, apart from Saturn on the last day of the month. That means that the
way is wide open for opportunities to make gains. Whilst this is true for
all sun signs, it is particularly favourable due to Jupiter, Uranus and Pluto
all in Earth signs. Anything you begin in December is likely to flow over
to 2009 and bring you rewards beyond your expectations.
CAREER:
Those of you who have a desire
to travel should take advantage of this year to do so. If you want to change
jobs, it is likely that work involving travel will be a strong possibility.
That can also include work in tourism, resorts, travel agencies, or even airlines
and shipping companies. Other options can include getting a job interstate,
in the country, or even overseas. However, just taking a break before starting
something new could do the trick.
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GEMINI
ROMANCE & RELATIONSHIPS:
SINGLES:
Neptune is in good aspect to your
sun sign for most of this year. That can mean a more spiritual approach to
new relationships. Either new partners will tend to be more spiritual, or
you will develop a greater sense of spirituality. This, of course, is totally
different from being religious, since the new experiences will more likely
be a result of your own observations rather than following someone else’s
spiritual ideas. The slower you go in this regards, the faster you’ll get
closer to reaching your emotional goals.
CURRENT ONES:
There are some of you who will
feel like ending an unhappy long-term relationship. Those in such a position
will be better off allowing things to proceed at their own pace. Uranus in
Pisces this year could challenge your emotional wellbeing, as your partner
could decide to embark on a complete sea change in certain areas of their
life. In a minor sense they could become a little less predictable. The opposite
extreme may mean they go off the rails somewhat. Let things take their own
course.
FINANCE & SPECULATION:
The first half of 2008 is likely
to be a consolidation period for you. When Mercury, Venus and Mars converge
in Libra in early September, you will find your finances being more plentiful.
This will open up the way towards allowing you to catch up with debt and generally
to find material things a lot less stressful. This cycle could last until
the end of the year, so make the most of the changes facing you. Remember
to focus on what can go right rather than on what can go wrong.
CAREER:
Mars will be in your sign for most of January and February. In January it will be retrograde, so events are likely to slow down for you career wise. February, on the other hand, will be a much more productive period. If you are looking for a promotion or raise, expect it then. Self-employed will enjoy more change, implying a wider source of work opportunities. Overall there are going to be good chances for setting off on a new course as far as making it to a new level of success.
CANCER
ROMANCE & RELATIONSHIPS
SINGLES:
Mars in Cancer this year in March and April will energize your emotions if you are looking for a new love. A slightly more aggressive individual than you may be used to will cross your path. View this as a challenge rather than a curse. Strong personalities will be more prevalent in many areas of your life this year, so get used to it. The new experiences will strengthen you and help you get out of your shell more, making it less likely you will end up as a hermit.
CURRENT ONES:
From the end of June, Uranus will
be retrograde in Pisces. This will encourage you to review changes that are
occurring in the relationship. Go with the flow in such a way as to make the
most of these changes, as you won’t get a better opportunity to do so this
year. By the end of November, when Uranus goes forward once again, you will
see the light at the end of the tunnel, and breathe a lot easier. In the meantime,
step back from any stress you might feel in order to avoid any health issues.
FINANCE & SPECULATION:
Mars and Saturn will be in a great
position in mid-March to herald a financially positive period for you. Ambitions
will most likely be realized at that time, particularly as far as income-earning
is concerned. This is not a good time, however, for you to get drawn into
other people’s schemes, as this may lead you to over-extend yourself, causing
you potential frustration due to delays. It is much better at this time for
you to follow your heart and concentrate on your own ideas.
CAREER:
When Neptune is joined by Venus
right at the end of the year you will find career options opening up for you.
Either a second job will emerge as a possibility, or a hobby may turn into
an income-earning proposition. A friend or acquaintance is likely to steer
you in that direction, as they may also have a strong passion for the same
things you love doing with your spare time. Those who choose to remain happily
in their current occupations will find greater progress in 2009.
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LEO
ROMANCE & RELATIONSHIPS
SINGLES:
Mars goes into Leo from the 10th
of May until the end of June. This augurs well for new emotional cycles and
partnerships. It is best this time around to step back and have a breather.
Allow new people to come to you rather than set out in pursuit of them. Mercury
and Venus will be together later in May, so use that time to visualize the
kind of person you would like to share your life with. Since your visualizations
are likely to be more intense at that time, your ability to get a sneak peak
of your potential future partner is going to be high.
CURRENT ONES:
Peace should descend upon you this
year with most ongoing partnerships benefiting from the intensity created
by Neptune in Aquarius for most of the year. When Neptune opposes your sun
sign it can challenge your delusions and bring about a much more realistic
outlook in your love life. That doesn’t mean the fantasy has to stop, simply
that you will be much less likely to get trapped in it. Issues that have been
put off will now get attended to.
FINANCE & SPECULATION:
Saturn goes direct on the 3rd of May. Restrictions on a financial level will begin to decrystallise. With Saturn in early Virgo, the tendency to be self-critical will actually pay off. Whereas earlier on you may have been a tad too hard on yourself, as a result you will have felt a little down in the dumps. From May, however, your objectivity will return, and decisions you make about material issues will be less likely to make you nervous. You will find investments paying off from that time forward.
CAREER:
Creative pursuits are more likely to come to the fore this year. Pluto right at the end of Sagittarius will create a lot of intensity for Leos, particularly those born near the end of your sign. However, unless you are already involved on a creative level, your work situation may remain unchanged. Raises and promotions are more likely going to have to wait until 2009 for best results. There should be a reduction of stress from March onwards for most of you.
VIRGO
ROMANCE & RELATIONSHIPS
SINGLES:
New partners are likely to be drawn
to your sun sign, particularly around the 3rd of May, when Saturn goes direct
in early Virgo. There may be a tendency to link up with a few casual lovers
before you hit the jackpot, however. Many people you meet may be a little
picky, and whilst that may not prevent you from entering into a joyride together,
it may not lead to a longer term partnership. More committed relationships
will be likely from around September onwards.
CURRENT ONES:
When Pluto goes retrograde into
Sagittarius in mid-June there could be an element of stress around you and
your partner. This can stem from outside the relationship; the stress does
not always have to be caused by conflicts stemming from either party. Furthering
joint goals will be the frustration you are most likely to feel. The best
way to avoid conflict is to finalize joint issues before June, and you should
feel much more in control of where you both are heading.
FINANCE & SPECULATION:
Uranus is opposing your sign this
year, so sudden changes are likely to occur regarding financial issues. These
changes could be for the better. If things have been going badly for you of
late, you may be due for a break. It may mean, however, that you will need
to sacrifice certain aspects of your life so you can make the changes more
easily. On the other hand, if things have been going well, you need to step
back for awhile, in order to avoid suffering loss by keeping up the pace you
previously worked at.
CAREER:
As Jupiter moves direct on the 8th of September, it forms a strong easy aspect to Saturn. This implies a career change is possible for those in the market for such a move. Saturn tends to give an edge of ambition to situations that are not entirely to your liking. Therefore, if you want to truly go up a rung in your career, September is the best time to do it. Try to avoid conflicts with co-workers at this time, as your acidity could set people up against you.
LIBRA
ROMANCE & RELATIONSHIPS
SINGLES:
On the 12th of September, when
Mercury and Venus line up together in Libra, you will find previous misunderstandings
with potential lovers clearing up. The most important benefit for you is the
possibility that you may turn a souring relationship back into a much sweeter
experience. Follow your heart, though, as your logical mind will not help
you out of difficulty. Your partner may be putting you to the test, attempting
to see whether you are likely to be a more long-term potential partner.
CURRENT ONES:
Any long-term conflicts or arguments
you may have with your partner looks set to be resolved no later than the
12th of November. Venus will align with Pluto on that date, and as a result
it should be easier to bring things to a head. Any issues not resolved by
that date will need to be put aside until a future time, letting bygones be
bygones. Group activities will also help to diffuse personal issues, as it
will help to introduce a more objective outlook back into the relationship.
FINANCE & SPECULATION:
Finances are likely to be flowing
your way early in 2008. February is set to be a good month for major purchases
such as a car or property. When Venus goes into Aquarius on the 18th you should
start to free up your resources for long term investments. Travel will also
prove a good lifestyle expense, as your stress levels will be reduced as a
result. Early March could also be a good time to invest in the lotteries,
as four planets are positively directed towards your sun sign.
CAREER:
If some of you feel pressure from
co-workers for one reason or another, bear in mind that this may be a leftover
effect from 2007. Compromise will be the key to resolve such issues, as Venus
does not go retrograde this year. That means that you should feel much more
in control of your career relationships as 2008 progresses. Where there have
been disagreements or people standing in the way of your progress, this year
there is more likelihood that people will get out of your way.
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SCORPIO
ROMANCE & RELATIONSHIPS
SINGLES:
Neptune in Aquarius could indicate
a difficulty at the beginning of the year as far as trusting your feelings.
Any new partnerships could end suddenly and unexpectedly at first. As the
year progresses, you will find a greater degree of confidence as a direct
result of connecting with more compatible individuals. When Venus goes into
Pisces on the 13th of March you will have to make a decision around potential
long-term partners. So long as you trust your heart you will be fine.
CURRENT ONES:
Plans that both of you are making
for travel and/or study will work out so long as you make those plans before
the 25th of May. From the 26th you will have two planets, Mercury and Neptune,
going retrograde on the same day. That always spells delay with plans to do
with your emotions. Plans made after the 25th will likely end up changing,
more than likely through no fault of your own. From September you will find
less confusion about what you both want to do.
FINANCE & SPECULATION:
Issues to do with banks or financial
institutions will sort out in your favour towards the 15th of October. Mercury
will go direct at that time, so any important news that you may have been
waiting on is likely to finally come through for you. Remember to make commitments
slowly, as Mercury is in Libra, and although it is mildly aspecting your sun
sign in a positive way, there is still room for mistakes if you try to force
things to happen too quickly.
CAREER:
If you feel you are making a mistake
by waiting for a desired break career wise, perish the thought. By the 14th
of August Venus will join Saturn in Virgo, and your ambitions will begin to
bear fruit. It will mean that you must remain true to your original dream
until the last minute, however, so do not be swayed by opportunities that
look good but do not feel good. This year is definitely a time when there
should not be any sudden changes of direction.
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SAGITTARIUS
ROMANCE & RELATIONSHIPS
SINGLES:
Mercury, Venus and Mars are all
in Libra aspecting Pluto in your sun sign of Sagittarius. All this is due
to happen around the 23rd of September onwards. If you are looking for a new
start love wise you can’t get better conditions than that. However, if the
new flame is overly intense and looks to be a pocket rocket, let go fast.
They may end up eating you alive. Not that there’s anything wrong with that,
so long as you don’t want to hang around for the second course. If you don’t
want to get burnt, let go.
CURRENT ONES:
Your sun sign has Pluto in it for
most of the year, which is going to make you feel a little on edge. Your best
bet is to focus on what you and your partner want to achieve this year. Try
not to become overly intense about what you want out of life throughout this
period. Your partner might think you’ve become a bit of a control freak if
you become too obsessive. The good news is that Pluto will give you a heightened
sense of determination which in the long run will propel you further towards
your goals.
FINANCE & SPECULATION:
From the 13th of July Venus enters
Leo, which will help you financially. The likelihood is that you will form
alliances with others, from members of your family to recent acquaintances,
in order to make breakthroughs money wise. These partnerships may be short
in duration, but they will be supportive to your efforts. From October go
easy as far as new commitments are concerned as you certainly don’t want to
bite off more than you can chew.
CAREER:
The planet Uranus will be in your solar second house of personal financial concerns in 2008, so expect some rapid changes. Sudden gains could be followed by sudden reversals, so make each move count. A raise or improvement with finances will be directly linked with your career ups and downs. As there is going to be a much more rapid yin-yang cycle happening, try to surf your way through it by following your gut feelings. February is likely to be your best month all year.
CAPRICORN
ROMANCE & RELATIONSHIPS
SINGLES:
Jupiter will be in good aspect
to your sun sign up until the 8th of May. This will give you many opportunities
with new partnerships. You will be seen as a much more generous personality
during that period, even if you are the world’s worst miser. From the 9th,
however, things could change. Your true self will emerge. This will be no
problem if you are naturally a giving person, but could play havoc with your
image if you are more of an emotional taker.
CURRENT ONES:
From the 23rd of March Jupiter will join Uranus in a strong positive aspect, and aspects of Pisces will join with Capricorn to result in a time of peace in your ongoing partnership. Use this as a time to focus on pastimes that you both have put off for some time. This could mean anything from working on your hobbies to taking a trip together. September is another great period to settle down to a bit of stress-free time with each other. The only thing to avoid this year is getting drawn into other people’s conflicts.
FINANCE & SPECULATION:
Hold back with any new projects
and wait until the end of December. That is when Pluto goes back into your
sun sign and the dam will open up. Treat this year as a consolidation period.
Reducing your responsibilities will help you get a life back. On the other
hand, if you are in the middle of starting something worthwhile, follow through
by all means. Whilst this is not the best year for speculation, you can still
pull off some winning combinations nevertheless.
CAREER:
Radical moves are not advised this year. Stick with the tried and true for now. Of course, if you have already introduced changes in your career, don’t turn back. Visualize yourself in the ideal scenario and then watch it happen. This year you should find greater rewards coming your way in June. When Mercury goes direct in Gemini on the 19th of June you should start getting a lot of positive information coming your way about changes you could make that will improve your circumstances.
AQUARIUS
ROMANCE & RELATIONSHIPS
SINGLES:
This year Neptune is in your sun
sign in a big way. It implies a stronger sense of spirituality attracting
kindred souls. New people you come into contact with you will be looking at
your sensitivity as much as your sensuality. Be prepared. Perhaps a course
in Tantra Yoga will do he trick. Those that do not think they’re spiritual
enough should stop worrying. Get moving. The future is not what it used to
be. All you need to do is love yourself more and others will love you too.
CURRENT ONES:
Couples are very likely to spend
time travelling this year. Most of that is due to the strong desire for objectivity
that you or your partner might be hungering for. Take advantage of new friendships
that will make their way into your lives. A much more social time is likely
to kick off around the 18th of February, when Venus goes into your sun sign.
The worst that can happen is that you are very likely to need to insist on
some time off from the new-found masses in order to get a breather.
FINANCE AND SPECULATION:
From the 7th of April you will
need to go easy with the dough. Venus will go into Aries so you will find
yourself feeling magnanimous, and could end up spending a little more than
is in the budget if you are not careful. Later in the year you will be much
more able to focus on your priorities, so be cautious in the meantime. Those
looking at investment ideas should focus on early October, when opportunities
are more likely to yield the kind of returns you are searching for.
CAREER:
As Venus goes direct into Gemini
at the same time as Mercury and Neptune go retrograde, it is really a mixed
blessing as far as your career is concerned. On the one hand you may get a
very good opportunity to go up the ladder at work, but find that you may be
put on hold as to the actual starting date. Retrograde Mercury generally means
that information will be delayed. Unless you were born with a retrograde Mercury,
you will be frustrated with mail being lost, calls being missed, or just plain
being misunderstood.
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PISCES
ROMANCE & RELATIONSHIPS
SINGLES:
You begin the year with Jupiter
half way through your sun sign. That augurs well as far as getting lucky with
new people in your life. The downside is that you will be forced to make a
choice or risk being confused as to whom you should give your affections to.
When Mars goes into Cancer on the 5th of March, however, all potential mistakes
emotionally will be cleared up. After that date longer-term partnerships are
favoured more. Part-time lovers will tend to fall by the wayside for a few
months.
CURRENT RELATIONSHIPS:
Your partnership will become more balanced on the 19th of June, when Venus goes into Cancer. On the same day Mercury goes direct in Gemini, so communications about issues you have not seen eye to eye about should begin to be resolved. You will have around one week to fix any misunderstandings before Uranus goes retrograde in Pisces, so make the most of it. You may never get your partner in a more conciliatory mood for the rest of the current year.
FINANCE & SPECULATION:
Finances will improve later in
2008 due to Jupiter going direct in Capricorn on the 8th of September. On
the following day Pluto will go direct, an aspect that usually sets the stock
market on a bull run. For three days at least there could be a pot of gold
to be made. Of course this can affect you in other, less global ways. Any
deal you negotiate at that time, from buying a house to asking for a raise,
will improve your financial standing, one way or the other.
CAREER:
Visiting new people with a view
to improving your career is likely to pay off in April. Both Mars and Jupiter
will be in great aspect to one another, and that can only be good for you.
Changes are likely to be quick, so before you set off the alarm, make sure
you want the change, as you will not go back to the old way of working once
you are on your way. Prepare well in advance. In that way you can pull back
before any harm can be done. Those who want to stay where you are will gain
an unexpected bonus.
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