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Astrological Forecast
by Jill Jardine, M.A.
Aries (born March 21-April 21):
Aries is getting their socks knocked off as Uranus goes forward in their sign this year. Change is fast and furious. Those Aries born in March and early April will be forced to embrace the unexpected in their lives, whether they are ready or not. Best to be the conduit for these new exciting energies, instead of being victimized by them. Pluto is in Capricorn throwing a challenging aspect to those Aries born between March 26 - April 3. This may cause delays, or obstacles to your best laid plans. Aries is considered a sign with strong ego, as are their fiery brethen, Leo and Sagittarius. These fire signs are being forced to let go of ego attachments and come from the heart in 2012. Saturn in Libra is testing those Aries born from April 16-21, especially in relationship issues, but growth is the ultimate reward. You are being asked to re-evauluate your relationships, and see what is truly supportive. New relationships are on the horizon and exisiting ones will be re-vitalized. This is the year to release, and rebirth many aspects of your life . We all know you just want to have fun, but you will benefit from working with increased focus, and clarity. If you master those skills the rewards will be ample.
Taurus: (born April 21-May 21):
Taurus is getting big boost through mid-June 2012, as Jupiter, the great benefactor, travels through your sign. Improvements, enhancements and expansions of all types are possible for Taurus now. Jupiter expands whatever it touchs, and this could include your waistline! So Taurus must be especially vigilant against over indulgence, and stay focused on plans to lose weight and stay healthy. You will be rewarded for your steadfastness, determination and consistency you instituted during 2011 as Pluto in Capricorn continues to trine your Sun in 2012. You are forging the foundations for your future and you will be supported in this effort during 2012. Open your eyes to new opportunities and possibilities in early 2012, and take action. The time is now. Don't wait. Taurus may be more plodding and calculating than other signs, but they are being asked to be more like their Aries brethen and follow their impulses this year. Financial health is improved and new methods may be employed professionally. You may have a midas touch right now, as Jupiter turns your life works into gold. Make sure you share the bounty, and be generous with your boons, to keep the flow going long after Jupiter leaves your sign. Early Taureans born between April 21- 26 receive reward and emotional healing in February - April 2012 from aspecting Neptune in Pisces. Love and creativity are favored, and relationships may flourish. Taurus is the ultimate gardener of the Zodiac and this year the seeds planted in your inner garden will grow and bear delicious fruits.
Gemini: (born May 21- June 21):
Gemini receive ample benefits from Saturn in Libra, throwing favorable aspects to you, which includes enhanced relationships, healing and harmony. If you have been looking for that special someone, this is your year to bring in a soul mate. Love and commitment is in the forefront for Gemini this year. This also means, renewing your commitment to yourself and your life's work or life path. Saturn will also bring opportunities for success that will endure for the coming years. Uranus throws surprises your way, and you will delight in the outcomes. There may be more distractions and stimulation than usual this year, so you need to work extra hard to stay focused and on task. Gemini is the multi-taskmaster of the zodiac and this year you may be able to focus on many goals simultaneously. Stay away from gossip. Watch out for others imposing their issues on you, as this could derail your forward movement and bog you down in drama. You are experiencing revelations and re-aligning your love life to fit to your new found sense of Self. Early Geminis born between May 21-May 25 experience a square from Neptune in Pisces that requires they go with the flow and not take themselves too seriously.
Cancer: (born June 21 - July 21):
Cancer gets to experience three major astrological aspects in 2012. Surely your patience, endurance, and ability to go with the flow will be tested. Pluto in Capricorn, Uranus in Aries for early Cancers born in June, will present some challenges, and force changes. Pluto in Capricorn this year will bring challenges and obstacles to your emotional well-being. Cancer likes to hold on to the familiar, that which feels safe and secure. Pluto helps you release the outworn, old ways that no longer serve you. Opportunities to bring in new systems and true inner security is possible now. The good news is that major transformations are underway and you can emerge, lighter and brighter, and unhindered by your past. Cancerians born from July 14-21 will feel the crunch from Saturn in Libra forcing new boundaries in all relationships. Saturn squaring your sun is forcing you to re-evaluate all your relationships, and establish new support systems. Take care of yourself first, and right relationship will follow. You must look at the balance of giving and receiving in your life. Cancer tends to be a sign that gives so much and then feels resentful when their needs are not met. Cancer needs to open to receive and not drain their resources this year. Focus on healing the physical and emotional bodies is also recommended.
Leo: (born July 21-August 21):
Leo prepares to make much headway in career and professional life this year. The focus is on planning your future, and seeing it magically unfold in 2012, thanks to Jupiter transiting your career arena and house of your future. This is a year of instant manifestation regarding career success. Leo, if you are thinking about making big career or professional changes, this is the year to just "DO IT". If you were thinking about retiring wait until 2013 or later. Uranus in Aries trines your sun this year which will bring fun surprises and new opportunities in all aspects of your life. Fire feeds fire and the heart is the organ of fire, and Leo ruled organ.. Leo knows how to live from the heart. Your love life will benefit from this infusion of fire. Your creative potential can reach new heights. However, with all this excitement, you need to be vigilant in maintaining your physical well-being as Pluto transits your house of health. This will require vigilance in healing, addressing any health issues which arise, and looking for the emotional root of any health concerns. Neptune transits your money house, specifically monies from partner, others and unearned means, which means you may have to become more self-reliant around finances. Sources you have relied upon for financial help may dissolve this year. Jupiter is helping you become more financially independent by using your skills, talents and creativity.
Virgo (born August 21 - September 21):
Virgo receives a nice boost from Pluto in Capricorn in 2012 transforming your life in positive ways. Jupiter transits Taurus, improving your finances, and Mars transits through Virgo, helping your life force and vitality to increase. These harmonious aspects will help institute and implement new health, diet, or wellness regimes. Virgo can accomplish and achieve many goals now, but don't make it a year of all work and no play. You may feel restless, irritable or angry this year due to Mars kicking your butt until July 2012. Kick-boxing, strong cardio exercise, "Zumba", or other aggressive work out systems can help release some of this pent up energy. Very important for Virgo to have some fun this year, and take that long awaited vacation. Jupiter transits your house of travel and higher education, and these areas can provide happiness and inspiration. Big changes can now be implemented with ease. Neptune in Pisces opposing your sun can make you feel like a martyr. Relationships that feel draining and unrewarding may dissipate your energy, so you will have to make some big decisions with releasing certain people from your life. If something in your life no longer serves, let it go with ease and grace. You are being tested to release without regret. Saturn transits your money house which means if you focus on improving your finances and being creative in ways of making money, you will reap the rewards. Uranus transits your house of sex, death and resources from others and unearned means, can bring some unexpected twists and surprises in these areas.
Libra: (born September 21 - October 21):
Libras have the opportunity to kick karmic baggage out of their life and implement new plans that will support you in the coming years, thanks to Saturn transiting your sign throughout 2012. Those Libras born from October 11-21 receive Saturnian initiations will continue to give you tests and challenges. Saturn rules the material plane, including physical body and finances, so pay extra attention to balancing these aspects of your life. However, Saturn can be your friend when you identify what is the lesson that is being taught, and make changes accordingly. Libra is realizing what is really valuable in their lives and finding the peace from within to perpetuate into their outer world. Only from the inner sense of strength and security, can you re-shape your life to take you into your future. Neptune transits your house of health, so be vigilant in taking care of your health and well-being. Mars transits your house of "spirit" which will bring spiritual experiences, insights, or revelations that give tangible result. Jupiter transits your house of money from unearned means, unexpected incomes, and other people's money, providing a pleasant financial influx from new sources. Libra is the sign of relationship, so this year will bring all sorts of tests in interactions with others. New people who you make contact with this year may act erratically or irrationally, make sure you are clear in your communications with others.
Scorpio (born October 21-November 21):
Pluto transiting Capricorn and Mars in Virgo bring a new harmony to the Scorpionic symphony in 2012. New beginnings are now possible which will have staying power. Pluto, the ruler of your sign, is your ally in 2012, and you are teaching others how to ride the waves of turbulence and transformation in their lives. Scorpio can function well in crisis and chaos, but sometimes unnecessarily bring it into their lives or those around them. Mars in Virgo will force discernment for Scorpio to tone down their drama quotient this year. Since this is a collective time of crisis and chaos, Scorpio is going along with business as usual. It's the proverbial end of the world as we know it, but Scorpio feels fine. Remember Scorpio is the phoenix rising out of the ashes, so this is your time to re-build and re-create your life. You continue to purge your shadow self. Neptune in Pisces, brings your addictive or self-destructive tendencies to the surface so you can choose to "evolve or dissolve" 2012. The opportunity to love yourself more in 2012 is possible, thanks to Neptune in Pisces in harmonious aspect to your sun. This new sense of self-love will help heal any self abusive tendencies or over-indulgence and delusion in any area of your life. Relationships can benefit as a result. Mars transiting Virgo and your house of the future gives you the energetic push to implement new plans that will reward you in coming times. Saturn transits your house of spiritual awakenings and soul remembrance reminding you of your true power and that "you are not alone."
Sagittarius: (born November 21-December 21):
2012 can bring big shifts and instant manifestations thanks to Uranus in Aries providing new opportunities, and adding fuel to the Sagittarian fires. Uranus will create sudden changes in all aspects of your life and new relationships and connections will surface. Pluto in Capricorn is transforming your value systems, your sense of self worth, and your finances. You are looking for depth and support in these aspects of life. Saturn transits your house of the future, forcing you to get serious about how you will be supported. Mars in your professional house and Jupiter in your house of work allows you to work long and hard to achieve your goals, but you will see tangible results in no time. Jupiter will provide some professional opportunities to expand your influence this year. Uranus transits your house of creativity, romance and recreation, providing inspiration and excitement in these arenas. However, when Neptune transits into Pisces this year, health challenges may surface. Neptune's watery reign trys to dampen Sag's sunny disposition. Make sure your water energy (emotions) are not ignored so that the fire (spiritual) energies are not compromised. This is a year of keeping everything in balance and paying attention to your inner- most urges and instincts.
Capricorn (born December 21 - January 21):
Capricorn contiues to surf the tsunami called Pluto during 2012. You ego is being washed away, and Neptune in Pisces helps with this process. Like Scorpio, you are being asked to "Evolve or Dissolve" this year. Surrender and humility are the keys to survival right now for Capricorn. You will teach others about soul-infused personality. Don't expect outer situations and conditions to fulfill you, you will disappointed and dismayed. Those Capricornians born in December are rebirthing a new self on the new earth, and the birthing pangs may be intense. Affirming that you are spirit in matter - "I am a spiritual being having a physical experience" can help you navigate this cycle. The foundations you create now personally and professionally will have staying power into the future. Neptune through Pisces will re-awaken your dreams for a better life, and feed any creative urges. Mars in Virgo and Pluto in your sign transforms and heals your physical body, any health issues that arise now need attention so that deep healing can transpire.
Aquarius (born January 21-February 20):
Aquarius weathered difficult times during 2009 - 2011 thanks to Neptune in Aquarius dissolving your ego unrelentlessly and Chiron emphasizing your wounded healer self. You were forced to walk your talk, without mercy in 2011. Neptune finally leaves your sign, giving the emotional body a much deserved break. You can now rebuild, refinance, and re-invent all areas of your life that suffered from Neptune's errosive edge. Big changes of a positive nature are in store for all Aquarians this year. Your reality finally catches up with your Aquarian vison for your personal future. The Mayan calendar accelerations are welcomed by Aquarius. Uranus in Aries positively aspects your sun, providing fresh outlooks, fun adventures, and creative enterprises during 2012 and for the next six years. Mars infuses your 8th house of money from unearned means, other people's monies, sex, death and rebirth. All these arenas will support you during 2012. You will be active in pursuing your piece of the pie of prosperity. Jupiter lends benevolent influence in expanding your home base, benefits from your family , and experiencing new levels of comfort and security both internally and externally. Your challenge is to share your Aquarian inspiration with the collective consciousness so planetary evolution is enhanced during 2012.
Pisces (born February 20-March 21):
Neptune joins Chiron in Pisces in February which allows you to look at where you have been draining yourself, and what is required to sustain your life force. Health interventions and regimes are necessary now. Take care of yourself first, as Mars vyes for your attention in your relationship house. Other people may feel like high maintenance to you now and you just don't have the energy. You have given enough of yourself. It is your time to be on the receiving end, and find ways to meet your needs through interactions with others. Create good boundaries for yourself and and don't dissipate your energy. Jupiter in your house of communication will help deliver your message. Uranus in your house of money finds new and creative ways to enhance your income. Saturn says to you "neither a borrower or lender be" in 2012 as it transits your house of debt, death, and taxes. Deal with these issues in a practical way and you will be unhindered going forward Love finds a way to heal past wounds. Pluto in your house of the future gives you hope and rebirth in 2012 and beyond...
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