Whatever your sentiments on Astrology

I've been re-reading my blogs, baffled by my own flair for the dramatic.  Although I write in the moment--the one thing that is prevalent in all of my latest journals is realizing things about myself that aren't working.  Over the past couple of months, I have realized that I am slightly intolerant of other people--particularly when I feel like they are being "weak." My writing is my time to 'vent' and 'complain' but you would rarely hear me voicing these sentiments in a public setting.  I am continually concerned with how something should be, not necessarily just accepting things for what they are or how I am.  For example, wondering the best way to handle a disagreement with an acquaintance--how am I supposed to go about being tactful and pragmatic? I never want to handle something inappropriately or too emotionally.  Very rarely will my emotions get the best of me.  If I could shut off my brain, it would spare me hours (and my friends) of over analyzing.  In the book, The Four Agreements, the first agreement is "Don't take anything personally."  This is one of my biggest downfalls.

I found this yearly astrology thing, and it seems pretty dead on with what I am going through--coincidence?  

You may get an opportunity to teach, write or share important knowledge and information with others. Don’t be pre-occupied with finding the perfect phrase or line, speak from your heart, let the spirit move you. Unpredictable and unorthodox Uranus moves into Aries over the spring and summer and will return to Aries for approximately 7 years from 2011. Aries is associated with probably the most complex area of your solar chart. Therefore you can expect 2010 to be the start of an important period in your life when you get greater insight into how you can sometimes be your own worse enemy. This might be exciting, it might be shocking and it may also be disruptive but what it can help you free yourself from those aspects of yourself you can’t quite grasp or even understand, but which may be preventing you reaching your potential. Meditation, metaphysics and dreams are avenues to explore since they can enable you to get insight into hidden aspects of yourself. So whether you’re bending spoons, learning astrology or learning to meditate, this really is the beginning of a time when understanding can come from exploring your inner world. This is the beginning of a process that can enable you to release yourself from the ghosts of your past, and your own, more personal demons. With beneficial Jupiter joining Uranus in the Aries over the spring and summer, this can be a time of healing and insight.


Some of the individuals who enter your life during this period will be around for a long time and could prove to be a source of much help, support and encouragement to you in the future. You may meet someone older and wiser who acts like a mentor or benefactor, or you may find yourself playing this role in the lives of others. Therefore this is an excellent time for networking, teamwork and establishing contacts and for getting involved in groups or organisations and teaming up with others who share your personal and professional aims and aspirations. With Mars in Leo until June, the first half of 2010 could be a busy and possibly disruptive time for you on the domestic front. Consequently, this may be a good time for you to move or put your energy into sorting out and improving your home and living environment. You may feel the need to assert yourself with relatives, neighbours or your landlord. However with Mars, there is always the potential for conflict. Therefore if you’ve something to say, try to remain calm and don’t let stubbornness or pride become an obstacle to reaching agreement and compromise.

Taurus 2010 - Love

Behind your calm, easygoing facade you’re a very passionate, sensual animal. When it comes to love, you seldom make the first move, preferring to attract what you want to you. With a solar eclipse falling on Venus, planet of love, as 2010 gets underway, this suggests that you may have to venture outside your usual scene and routine if you‘re looking for romance. You could meet someone special while studying or travelling and you could even find yourself drawn to someone from a different background or culture to your own. Jupiter’s move into Pisces suggest 2010 will be a good year for you socially, so make the most of opportunities to meet new people next year. However, with Mars in Leo until June, to avoid tension on the domestic front, try not to let family members or relatives interfere in your relationships during this period.  With Saturn in Virgo from April to July, this could be busy and potentially demanding time for you romantically. Therefore it’s important not to let your critical eye prevent love from entering your heart at this time. If things get a little stressful, be patient and try not to complicate matters.

Taurus 2010 - Work

2010 promises to be a very productive year in which you can build upon your progress in recent years. The quantity and quality of your work is likely to increase and you may be given a bigger job or more responsibility in the workplace. Nevertheless this should be an excellent time to return to study or training. While you’re more likely to do well in subjects that interest you, ideally try to do something that is creative, technical and relevant to your career goals. The key to work success next year and beyond is to develop greater technical expertise and specialisation in your work. This would also be a good time to improve your language skills because you may have opportunities to work with foreign people and companies. Work and health are linked next year, so don’t take on too much. Learning to say no will reduce stress levels. Try to look after your health and diet and develop a more effective and efficient daily routine. This will enable you to manage your workload and keep your edge in the market place.