YOUR FUTURE Outer Planet Transits (Annotated)

Starting Jan 1, 2001

Text by: James Eshelman Maritha Pottenger Maria Kay Simms Programming: Tom Shanks Rique Pottenger

YOUR FUTURE
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John Smith

Born on Feb 4, 1963 at 5:07 pm CST Minneapolis, MN 44N58 93W15 Placidus cusps Tropical zodiac

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This appendix has transit activity for those interested. Transit Planet Activity. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. . . . Jupiter XXXXXXXXXXXXX Saturn XXXXXXXXXXXXXXX Uranus Neptune Pluto XXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXX Natal Planet Activity. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Sun XXXXXXX Moon Mercury X Venus X Mars XXXXXXXX Jupiter XXX Saturn XXXXXXXXX Uranus X Neptune XXX Pluto XX Ascendant XXXXXXXXXXXX Midheaven XXXXXXXXXXXXXX

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YOUR FUTURE Outer Planet Transits We recommend Your Future as your first basic interpreted report involving current patterns. That is because it uses the astrological tool that is generally the easiest for people to relate to things that are happening in their lives and to how they feel. This tool is the transits of the outer planets. The word "TRANSITS" means the current positions of the planets in the signs of the zodiac, and their relationship to the positions of the planets in your own chart. Outer planets refers to planets in the solar system beyond Mars. These are: Jupiter, Saturn, Uranus, Neptune and Pluto. The outer planets move slowly, so the paragraphs in this report indicate Major Trends in your life that you will experience over periods of weeks, months and sometimes even years. The report is divided into two sections: 1. Long Term Trends Based on transits of Uranus, Neptune and Pluto. These planets move so slowly that they symbolize trends in your life that will last for most of the year, or even longer. 2. Medium Term Trends Based on transits of Jupiter and Saturn. These planets represent trends that may last from a few weeks to a few months. It is important that you understand the interpretations of the Medium Term Trends against the background of the Long Term Trends. Alternatives are suggested for how you might feel or how you might choose to use the energies symbolized by each trend. The basic principles of each planet combination can relate to many different options. We, by suggesting possibilities, hope to help you increase your selfunderstanding and perhaps jog your thinking about what choices may be available to you. Only you, who know the full circumstances of your life, can truly know which options are best for you. Which alternatives suggested in a Medium Term Trend paragraph that "fit" best for you may, to a large degree, depend upon how a Long Term Trend that extends throughout that same time period is being worked out in your life. It is for

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this reason that we give you the Long Term Trends first, so that you can understand them as themes that may well underlie the entire year of this report. Throughout the entire report: Each paragraph is headed with the dates in which the trend interpreted is most likely to be emphasized in your life. Sometimes, due to apparent retrograde (backward) and direct (forward) planetary motion, a planet will move away from its emphasis on your chart, and then later in the year, will move back in. In these cases you will see two sets of inclusive dates. You should figure that the trend described might be at least somewhat continuous throughout the entire period from the first dates to the end of the second set, but will be more sharply focused during the actual dates given. Some paragraphs will have a subheading in italics that lists one or more dates in which the transit is most strongly emphasized. Do not expect that major events are necessarily going to take place on these days; they may be, in fact, uneventful. Do expect, however, that the general trend interpreted may be most strongly emphasized in your life at about these times, give or take a day or two. (For your information, if you are an astrology student: the days given in italics are those in which the transiting planet is in the exact degree and minute of aspect to the natal planet, or days in which the transiting planet is said to be "stationary" before its apparent change to either direct or retrograde motion. At the beginning of the report is a page with transit activity graphs (how much time each planet spent in some aspect or other.) Astrologers can, if they wish, order this report in a fully annotated version, which includes the astrological terms for all the aspects and a different introduction than this one that is written with the assumption that readers are familiar with astrological jargon.) How to Use This Report All paragraphs of interpretation are not equal. Some of them describe transits that you are almost certain to be able to identify with trends in your life, while others describe transits that you may not even notice because of a more dominant theme that exists at the same time. We have used different kinds of type to make it easy for you to spot the relative importance of the paragraphs. Paragraphs in BOLD TYPE are especially important. The trends interpreted here are those that are most likely to reflect what is ac-

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tually going on in your life during the time periods given. These are the paragraphs that you will most likely be able to identify with your own individual life situation, as differentiated from what may be happening in the lives of others in your peer group. USE these interpretations for ideas on how you might best plan your actions, your events, your reactions to events that are beyond your personal control and the decisions you must make. Paragraphs in BOLD ITALICS are also very important, but the trends interpreted here are those that you share with everyone else in your general age group. These are the major life "crisis" cycles that underlie such psychological and idiomatic terms as "the seven-year itch," the "adolescent crisis," the mid-life "crisis," etc. You are almost certain to experience something in your life that you can relate to the interpretations given. What happens, however, will vary widely according to your individual life circumstances. BLEND these paragraphs with those in BOLD TYPE for insight into how these more general, generational themes relate to your individual trends, and how you can most constructively direct your progress. Paragraphs in ITALICS interpret trends that are more likely to relate to your state of being or to the flow of your feelings than to actual events. These paragraphs should be "read" as supporting themes, that may indicate help or hindrance in a given situation. Take for example a time period in which you have an ITALICS trend and a BOLD trend going on at the same time. The BOLD trend is more dominant. Suppose that it reflects a difficult job-related problem that is going on in your life. How you handle, react to or direct that problem is likely to vary depending on whether the ITALICS trend suggests happy sociability or seriousness or a risk-taking mood, etc. Paragraphs in PLAIN TYPE interpret generational trends, applying to everyone in your age group, that are more likely to relate to your state of being or to the flow of your feelings that to actual events. "Read" them as supporting themes, as in the ITALICS paragraphs, but consider that they may well pass unnoticed if other more dominant types of transits (as described above) occur during the same time period. Remember, as said before, the Long Term Trends are a background that should not be ignored when you are considering the potentials of a Medium Term Trend. If two or more paragraphs of the same "weight" overlap each other within the same time period, and their interpretations seem to be in conflict, you will probably find that one interpretation can be related to one area of your

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life and the other one(s) to some other area. Lets face it--we are all complex individuals and most of our personalities include some contradictions! Now, lets see what the current patterns of the planets have to say about YOU! Long Term Trends The following paragraphs are based upon transits of Uranus, Neptune and Pluto to your chart. Because these planets move so slowly, their transits will be in effect for most or all of the year--and maybe part of the previous year or the next year, as well. You should consider the themes described in this section as a possible background for other shorter term things that may be going on in your life and in your thoughts and feelings. Transiting Pluto trine Natal Mars Enters orb December 31, 2000; Leaves orb June 10, 2001; Enters orb October 31, 2001; Leaves orb December 24, 2001 Exact (D) February 2, 2001; Station (R) March 17, 2001; Exact (R) May 1, 2001; Exact (D) November 28, 2001 The image of a volcano is very appropriate here. Your emotions are seething and incredibly strong. If you hold things in too long, you may indeed "blow your stack." Deal with issues (especially where anger and resentment are involved) as soon as they come up. Do NOT bury things. Theyll fester beneath the surface. Sexual experiences can be particularly exciting at this time because you are capable of so much intensity. Beware that your desire for excitement does not lead you into situations that are dangerous. You are learning to handle power--to SHARE--with others, but may sometimes learn by abusing that power, or attracting others who abuse you. Protect your own rights and respect the rights of others. Life is not an all-or-nothing situation. You can SHARE the power, if you believe in yourself and pick suitable intimates with which to experience the dynamism and deep psyche-shaking this combination symbolizes. ______ Transiting Pluto sextile Natal Saturn Enters orb December 11, 2000; Leaves orb February 14, 2001; Enters orb April 18, 2001; Leaves orb July 11, 2001; Enters orb October 3, 2001; Leaves orb December 4, 2001 Exact (D) January 7, 2001; Exact (R) June 1, 2001; Exact (D) November 7, 2001

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Control is the keyword. You are eager to feel in mastery of both yourself and the world. Express your drive and need for power in competitive sports, games or business activities. Avoid controlling or being controlled in relationships. You may be a bit more self-denying (in sensual/sexual terms) at this time; do not overdo it. Your capacity for focus and concentration is excellent. If you want to diet, now is a good time. ______ Transiting Pluto trine Natal Ascendant Enters orb November 17, 2000; Leaves orb January 9, 2001; Enters orb May 29, 2001; Leaves orb November 9, 2001 Exact (R) July 7, 2001; Station (D) August 23, 2001; Exact (D) October 7, 2001 You are ready to balance personal wants and needs with the necessary compromises in maintaining a close relationship. Partners, spouses, mates can help you to be more of yourself, do more of what you want to do. Timing is appropriate for you to focus on balancing your own desires with those of a mate. Sex is likely to be fiery and exciting. Sharing physically can help to lay the groundwork for emotional equality as well. You may be tempted to flee from intimacy, fearing a loss of freedom. Remember, you CAN express yourself and meet your needs along with having an intense, committed relationship. ______ Transiting Pluto trioctile (sesquisquare) Natal Midheaven Enters orb January 6, 2001; Leaves orb June 2, 2001; Enters orb November 6, 2001; Leaves orb December 29, 2001 Exact (D) February 12, 2001; Station (R) March 17, 2001; Exact (R) April 21, 2001; Exact (D) December 3, 2001 The roots of your identity experience a profound transformation. This may show superficially in major changes in your domestic environment or family relationships, with anything from remodeling your home to critical events involving your parents. These events are but metaphors of the substantial psychological changes occurring within you. More private and introspective, more independent of others opinions and attitudes, you stand close enough to touch an inner essence of yourself IF ONLY YOU WILL. As old ways of relating and false securities fall aside, you benefit greatly from self-exploration techniques (meditation, psychotherapy, etc.). Extreme, inappropriate reactions are clues that youre resisting the breakup of your old self-definition. Relax. This

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disintegration, mild or severe, can be the gateway to a renewed, resurrected sense of self. ______ Transiting Pluto sextile Natal Sun Enters orb January 20, 2001; Leaves orb May 16, 2001; Enters orb November 19, 2001; Leaves orb January 11, 2002 Station (R) March 17, 2001; Exact (D) December 15, 2001 Emotions are intense and volatile. Whatever you do, you pour yourself into it wholeheartedly. No halfway measures here. You want it all--or nothing. You have tremendous potential power and charisma. Will you use it for mutual pleasure with others or to dominate and control? You are seeking a deep, emotional experience and can be as easily stirred by the negative as the positive. Potential transformation of self and others through love if handled wisely. ______ Transiting Pluto square Natal Jupiter Enters orb February 24, 2001; Leaves orb April 8, 2001; Enters orb December 8, 2001; Leaves orb February 6, 2002 Station (R) March 17, 2001 Your career, finances, ethics, philosophy and perhaps reputation are passing through major transformation and redefinition. A professional turning point is likely, such as promotion or a career shift. These are probably very positive changes, though both coronations and dethronements have occurred with this pattern. A separation occurring about now is the expected source of your gains (such as an inheritance, or advance brought about by leaving a previous position). In the end youll likely find yourself "running your own show" more independently. Feeling less bound by other peoples rules, you can develop a "holier than thou" attitude that distances others; and legal struggles are possible. However the general tone is likely one of success and enhanced power. ______

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Medium Term Trends

The following paragraphs are based upon transits of Jupiter and Saturn to your chart. These symbolize trends that last for weeks or perhaps months. Which of the suggested alternatives described for each time period "fit" you best may be influenced by the longer term trends you are also experiencing. Transiting Jupiter square Natal Uranus Enters orb February 27, 2001; Leaves orb March 15, 2001 Exact (D) March 8, 2001 Expect the unexpected! This is a transit which, at its best, could be luck from "out of the blue"--a sudden opportunity that will give you a chance to increase your freedom, creativity, originality and innovativeness. Your own inner, restless dissatisfaction inspires you to be alert to progressive changes in your circumstances; to reach further than youve previously reached, regardless of some obvious risks, to improve the quality of your life and broaden your horizons. You gain renewed confidence in the part of you which demands to be unique, progressive and free. Technological advances, such as computers, gain in importance to you. A sudden change may occur in your financial situation, perhaps due to speculation; but such gambles are too unstable now to bank on if you cant afford to lose. ______ Transiting Jupiter trioctile (sesquisquare) Natal Mercury Enters orb March 19, 2001; Leaves orb March 31, 2001 Exact (D) March 25, 2001 This is a generally fortunate period, especially for any mental, travel or communication activities. It favors big plans, transactions, contracts, etc., so long as you balance your wish to expand with attention to necessary details. You must also balance your own confidence and certainty about your plans with the opinions of others with whom you may be working. Obstinacy and arrogant opinionatedness wont work. Remember that you have an EAR for successful ideas right now too, not just a voice or pen for them. Listen as well as speak, and others are likely to applaud, respect and encourage your ideas. This can be a time of growth in studies, in philosophical and religious interests, and in pursuing commercial and promotional ideas, as well. ______

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Transiting Saturn quincunx (inconjunct) Natal Venus Enters orb April 3, 2001; Leaves orb April 20, 2001 Exact (D) April 12, 2001 Work and pleasure may seem at odds--be it pleasure from the world (eating, drinking, smoking, sensuality) or pleasure from other people (love). Beware of "choosing" love over career or vice versa. Both sensual indulgence and productive accomplishments are necessary. Waiting until you have "earned" the right to enjoy may mean waiting forever. But excessive indulgence without considering societal obligations and duties is likewise destructive. Make room for both love and work, discipline and pleasure in your life. ______ Transiting Jupiter square Natal Pluto Enters orb April 16, 2001; Leaves orb April 26, 2001 Exact (D) April 21, 2001 This is a time of expanded urge for power and achievement, and consequently this may well be a time that reflects success in your life. You want to get ahead, to achieve. Its important for you to find a productive outlet for that energy that will bring you increased recognition or respect. An expanded power drive, however, can also bring you into conflict with authorities or circumstances youd like to change. Take care that you dont get in trouble, but this period could reflect a positive gain through transformation or separation. If something in your life is drawing heavily on your time, energy and psychological and emotional resources, you could separate from it now, freeing that tremendous investment of energy for other uses. Specific examples range from jobs to relationships, from memberships to your own opinionated viewpoints. Let go! Strained relationships that youd prefer to keep may benefit from a short furlough. Recognize your increased potential for positive release of energy and consciously direct it WHERE YOU WANT IT in your renewed life. ______ Transiting Jupiter sextile Natal Ascendant Enters orb April 23, 2001; Leaves orb May 3, 2001 Exact (D) April 28, 2001 Impatience is accentuated. You want things to happen quickly. You may not understand why others do not grasp the situation as rapidly as you

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do. They will catch up, but you may not wait for them. You are ready to change your appearance and action to fit more into your long-range goals for this life. This is an appropriate time to move in new directions of selfexpression. Your sense of humor is likely to be lively (even to the point of practical jokes). You are also likely to be blunt; beware of foot-in-mouth disease. ______ Transiting Jupiter trine Natal Saturn Enters orb April 28, 2001; Leaves orb May 7, 2001 Exact (D) May 3, 2001 Your intellectual ideals support your concrete accomplishments in the world. You are very capable of making peace between the great and grand vision and the practical limits of the physical world. You have the capacity to integrate that wonderful team: pragmatism and vision. You know how to balance optimism with pessimism for effective action. Reach for your dreams; you can figure out the necessary, detailed steps and discipline needed to make those dreams a reality. ______ Transiting Jupiter sextile Natal Mars Enters orb May 2, 2001; Leaves orb May 11, 2001 Exact (D) May 6, 2001 This is likely to be a high-energy time. Keep your options open and your suitcase ready. You are not inclined to stay long in one place or with one person. You are ready for action. Sports are an excellent channel--or any kind of physical activity. You need to move your muscles and be energetic. Sitting around will just turn the energy within where it could be destructive. You can accomplish much, but your attention span is likely to be quite short, so concentrate on quick bursts of activity. Then move on to something else. Competitive activities may attract you. ______ Transiting Jupiter octile (semisquare) Natal Midheaven Enters orb May 2, 2001; Leaves orb May 12, 2001 Exact (D) May 7, 2001 During this period your ambition to get ahead is likely to be greatly accented. Advance, growth and general good fortune are often experienced during this time. Your desire for greater importance

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may be rewarded with respect, esteem, honor, recognition. It is important, though, to your present and especially your future progress, to avoid arrogance. You must also guard against taking on more than you can truly handle, for during this time you are more likely than usual to overestimate your own capacities. Even if you can "get away with it" on increased energies of the moment, it could prove to be more than you want to deal with later. Dont coast-"luck" seldom just "happens." You have to be alert for opportunity, do the work, and forge ahead. ______ Transiting Jupiter trine Natal Sun Enters orb May 5, 2001; Leaves orb May 14, 2001 Exact (D) May 9, 2001 Your confidence is likely to be extremely high and you are inclined to believe that you can do ANYTHING! Be wary of trying too much too fast. You are inclined to charge full speed ahead and may go where angels fear to tread. Gambling and other risk-taking activities may appeal. You are probably feeling very generous--with money, time and yourself--convinced you can always get more, give more, do more. Overindulgence--in food, drink, sex, spending money,--is possible. Enjoy the adrenalin high, but dont get so engrossed in great schemes and dreams that you lose touch with physical reality. ______ Transiting Jupiter quincunx (inconjunct) Natal Neptune Enters orb May 6, 2001; Leaves orb May 15, 2001 Exact (D) May 10, 2001 The goals of your mind may differ from the goals of your heart. Now is the time to make peace between the two sides of your nature. Retreating into pure intellect or into mushy spirituality is not a solution. Blending the rational and intuitive sides of your nature, helping them to work together is the focus. A potential trap is excessive abstraction. You may indeed soar to tremendous heights, but remember to DO something with your inspirations when you "return" to Earth. ______

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Transiting Jupiter square Natal Jupiter Enters orb May 8, 2001; Leaves orb May 17, 2001 Exact (D) May 12, 2001 A turning point is signalled in matters of career, personal growth, finance and purpose. Most likely fortunate, with some critical opportunities opened for you, the chief issue is nonetheless your INNER REORIENTATION or shift in attitude. Key decisions are made now which set the trend for the next several years. Business matters probably go forward smoothly. Investments look promising, but bring their big payoff later. Some advance in status, prestige or esteem. Perhaps most important, you display an increased sense of well-being, a contagious self-assurance, confidence and optimism. The quality of how you now treat yourself sets the trend for how the world will treat you over the next several years. ______ Transiting Saturn square Natal Uranus Enters orb May 14, 2001; Leaves orb May 30, 2001 Exact (D) May 22, 2001 As your independence and desire to run your own life as you wish grows stronger, you become more conscious of any elements in your environment which restrict your freedom. Reasonable action would be to either recognize, evaluate and remove the barriers; or to accept them as natural to the way youve constructed your life. You may, though, simply rebel against them, being intolerant of any restriction to your individual will and resistant to compromise or cooperation. The latter response may give you your own way for the time being, but it often alienates those around you. An important lesson is available for you to learn during this period if you will: that true freedom is, paradoxically, nearly always gained through discipline and self-restriction. ______ Transiting Jupiter quincunx (inconjunct) Natal Mercury Enters orb June 1, 2001; Leaves orb June 10, 2001 Exact (D) June 5, 2001 The mind travels swiftly, unchecked in any direction. Curious, mental, adaptable and open to learning vicariously, you seek new horizons for the mind, and often the body as well. The task is to blend the insatiable young curiosity which simply asks, having no

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sense of purpose or meaning, with the desire for ultimate answers. Remember that all truth is fleeting and each answer breeds new questions and you will be more comfortable. Channel the mind into writing, speaking, studying or teaching if possible. ______ Transiting Saturn trioctile (sesquisquare) Natal Mercury Enters orb June 3, 2001; Leaves orb June 19, 2001 Exact (D) June 11, 2001 Communication, mental and commercial matters require careful attention from you now to keep running smoothly. You are more likely to be inclined toward serious, perhaps even pessimistic, thinking. Discouragement and frustrated mental states may slow your enthusiasm. Communication problems could arise. You are more likely than at other times to meet with resistance to your thinking. If you do, this may be a signal that you need to think carefully how you can more clearly articulate your ideas and improve your plans--and the results may then be for the best for you, too. This is an excellent period for concentration, disciplined study, research, detailed work. You concentrate better within a narrow range now. You can think through ideas thoroughly and completely, and make well thought-out plans that will have important consequences for your future. You are better able to organize and format information now than at most other times. Sometimes this is a period of travel for serious or for educational purposes. ______ Transiting Jupiter octile (semisquare) Natal Ascendant Enters orb June 29, 2001; Leaves orb July 8, 2001 Exact (D) July 4, 2001 Growth and advancement in your career, or benefits in your personal or homelife are likely during this period. You appear positive and winning to others unless ego and bossiness interfere. You act more important than usual. Youre likely to be feeling very good about yourself. The dangers are a tendency to be so expansive and optimistic that you overlook details that should be attended to, in the blithe assumption that everything will be fine--and that could give you problems later. Be alert to opportunities that can bring you good fortune or from which you can learn, for they will be there. Dont just coast and expect too much from "luck," for it seldom just

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"happens." You have to be alert and do your homework. Your sense of timing should be better than usual. ______ Transiting Jupiter opposite Natal Venus Enters orb July 3, 2001; Leaves orb July 12, 2001 Exact (D) July 8, 2001 "Pleasure" is now the keynote of your life. Your interest in sharing good times and good feelings with others is strong. You enjoy people more, and give yourself more opportunity to be with them. Discovering a new confidence and certainty in your feelings, you find love and friendship both more important now, and easier to find. Romance prospers, as do other love matters, as long as you dont get swept away by "great expectations"--looking for the perfect love. Your attractiveness and openness become especially apparent to others. Popularity increases. Special social occasions, such as engagements, weddings and births are favored at times like this. In your pursuit of pleasure you could lean toward the immoderate. Only if youre in a situation where its impossible to be with others will this transit likely reflect the discomfort of loneliness. ______ Transiting Jupiter trioctile (sesquisquare) Natal Saturn Enters orb July 3, 2001; Leaves orb July 12, 2001 Exact (D) July 8, 2001 Worries, fears and doubts may be eased, your mind set at peace for the time being--perhaps due to the lifting of a financial concern. As with the return of the prodigal, the slate is wiped clear in some area of your life, relieving emotional stress and allowing a clean start. Now is the time for establishing a new foundation, especially economic. Gains are stable, advance slow and steady. No wondrous rewards come from out of the blue, but you get rewards youve genuinely earned. Hard work and stable investments (especially real estate) prove worthwhile now, and build to a solid return later. The emphasis is on assuming greater responsibility, and settling into a more comfortable security for yourself and those who count on you. ______

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Transiting Jupiter octile (semisquare) Natal Mars Enters orb July 7, 2001; Leaves orb July 16, 2001 Exact (D) July 11, 2001 Your physical, aggressive and competitive traits prosper during this favorable period for sexual, athletic, military and similar aggressive activities. Business activities tend to succeed, and earning power is enhanced, as youre able to compete professionally more effectively. Filled with energy and enthusiasm, self-assured and enterprising, you delight in victory. Ego-strength is enhanced, leading to greater confidence and sureness--but perhaps also to aggressive self-righteousness and "coming on too strong." In your bold indulgence, any immoderation is possible including arrogance and self-will. Endurance is particularly good, and health generally improves unless you severely over-extend yourself in your newfound feelings of strength. ______ Transiting Jupiter sextile Natal Midheaven Enters orb July 8, 2001; Leaves orb July 17, 2001 Exact (D) July 12, 2001 Your confidence and faith can be bulwarks to your career. You are capable of inspiring others through your work; just make sure the cause is worthy. Your idealism can support concrete accomplishments. By clarifying the vision carefully, you are able to achieve exactly what you wish because it was mapped out precisely beforehand. Particularly focus on what you wish to achieve in terms of your career and outer-world accomplishments. Then make the necessary moves to accomplish your goals. ______ Transiting Jupiter trioctile (sesquisquare) Natal Sun Enters orb July 10, 2001; Leaves orb July 19, 2001 Exact (D) July 14, 2001 Most people will experience this as a very positive period in which success and personal growth is more easily achieved. It is a favorable time for "pushing your luck" especially in relationships. Its a good time for weddings, engagements, parties and celebrations. Youll most likely feel good! You may be tempted to expand too quickly or beyond what is reasonable, though. You may be required to find a balance point between what you want and what

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you can have now. Dont overspend--youll be tempted. So long as you do not behave arrogantly and you are willing to work with others, you will probably find that difficulties in relating are more easily resolved now; but in your dislike of problems, dont avoid confronting them. This period could represent a challenge to your successful progress, but you are likely to have the resources to correct it , and this is the time you should take action that can lead toward further growth. ______ Transiting Jupiter trioctile (sesquisquare) Natal Neptune Enters orb July 11, 2001; Leaves orb July 20, 2001 Exact (D) July 15, 2001 This is a time of heightened idealism and faith--or perhaps dreaming and being less grounded in reality. Or circumstances may challenge you to show that your ideals matter, that they ARE grounded in reality and valid. You are likely to be more open than usual to others who need your help. Your interest in metaphysics or mystical philosophies is accented. Religious, philosophical or ceremonial interests are strong now. You could find new security in your personal world view or belief system, becoming more solid in your opinions. You could seem intolerant of intellectual snobs and "know-it-alls" (be careful not to become one yourself). This is not a good time for investments or business deals. Since reality is not your strong suit now, you could be tempted to take risks that you shouldnt take. Though faith is strong and your ideals and dreams soar, plans made now may be premature. Think it over--dont gamble now unless you are very sure you can afford it. ______ Transiting Jupiter conjunct Natal Moon Enters orb July 14, 2001; Leaves orb July 23, 2001 Exact (D) July 18, 2001 Feelings rise near to the surface. Usually this marks a joyful time with much cause for celebration--perhaps even a time of weddings, births or other happy events. However, if youve been under much stress, it initially brings a release of tension, perhaps free-flowing tears and general emotion. Let this have its play, clearing the field for some especially happy days and weeks. Your sense of wellbeing is high. More self-assured, socially out-going and congenial, you probably find your environment and emotional climate suppor-

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tive, pleasing and rewarding. Hospitality and other opportunities are warmly extended. Self-indulgence is possible, especially in diet; so watch your waistline. Responding to quality, your mind is occupied with philosophic matters. Dont let self-righteousness spoil this chance for good comradeship! ______ Transiting Saturn square Natal Pluto Enters orb July 14, 2001; Leaves orb August 4, 2001; Enters orb November 20, 2001; Leaves orb December 15, 2001 Exact (D) July 24, 2001; Exact (R) December 3, 2001 Your sense of personal power may be challenged by something restrictive during this period. Or your ability to transform--to make changes of consequence--may come into much sharper focus. You may act to defend your rights to be self-governing, challenging rules and expectations that others try to enforce on you. Division of power could be a major issue in your relationships now. Remember that open, sharing communication is the glue which binds relationships in even the least intimate of times. Changes that take place are more likely to be slow , not sudden. Something may come to an end, perhaps seeming like an inevitable foregone conclusion, when it is finally completed. This is a time when great effort toward constructive activity is supported. Provided you are self-motivated, you may willingly undertake considerable responsibility. Impressive quantities of work have been accomplished with this planetary energy. ______ Transiting Jupiter sextile Natal Uranus Enters orb July 26, 2001; Leaves orb August 5, 2001 Exact (D) July 31, 2001 Freedom is a keyword for your current activities. You need to feel that ALL options are open. Do not tie yourself down to any firm commitments. This is an optimum time for experimentation. Your mind is sharp and problem-solving comes easily--in flashes of inspiration. But dont expect to be the one hanging around to fix it all up. You want to go in and get out quickly. Youll supply the answers, but would prefer moving on rather than implementing them in the physical world. Remember that truth is often stranger than fiction--especially now! ______

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Transiting Saturn sextile Natal Ascendant Enters orb July 30, 2001; Leaves orb August 26, 2001; Enters orb October 28, 2001; Leaves orb November 26, 2001 Exact (D) August 11, 2001; Exact (R) November 13, 2001 Your sense of timing is likely to be good. You instinctively know when to act and when to wait. You have learned to be careful when necessary, but maintain your impulsive, "full speed ahead" side for situations requiring a lot of vitality and confidence. You may be inclined to think about a bit more self-discipline, such as through an exercise program or sports. You consider the long-range consequences of your actions and act wisely. ______ Transiting Saturn trine Natal Saturn Enters orb August 10, 2001; Leaves orb November 14, 2001 Exact (D) August 24, 2001; Station (R) September 26, 2001; Exact (R) October 29, 2001 Report card time! How have you been doing in terms of the practical side of life? If you have worked realistically with the limits of time, the physical universe, and cultural/societal regulations, you get an "A" on your report card. This can often be promotion, a new career, assistance from older, wiser or authority figures, or some kind of outer-world achievement. The structure of your life may change. If we get an "F" on the report card, we know its time to look at our handling of power, authority, responsibility, work, achievement and make improvements. ______ Transiting Saturn sextile Natal Mars Enters orb August 20, 2001; Leaves orb November 2, 2001 Exact (D) September 11, 2001; Station (R) September 26, 2001; Exact (R) October 11, 2001 You are ready, willing and able to put energy and courage into career pursuits. Eager to act, you pour yourself into achieving your ambitions. Older figures (mentors), including fathers, may be helpful to you. This just symbolizes you being in harmony with your own inner father--able to do what you want and still work within the rules of the game for success. Too much self-will or too many rules can lead to trouble, but you know how to make the optimum blend. ______

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Transiting Saturn octile (semisquare) Natal Midheaven Enters orb August 24, 2001; Leaves orb October 30, 2001 Exact (D) September 23, 2001; Station (R) September 26, 2001; Exact (R) September 29, 2001 This period can reflect a turning point in career or identity. Demands and responsibilities are likely to be increased. Restriction, delay or frustration may be early stages of adapting to a more powerful position. Criticism given and received. Your limits are tested. You could feel "cut off" from others and feel lonely if in the past you have emphasized your personal goals to the neglect of your personal relationships. Or if you have allowed your relationships to dominate your life to the point that you have neglected your personal goals, this may be the time when you reset your priorities. You may encounter some circumstance that will test whether the goals you have set for yourself are really valid or if there is something else you should be doing. Choices must be made. Dont try to avoid them. It is nearly always better to consciously take charge of your life than to wait for some situation to force your hand. ______ Transiting Saturn trine Natal Sun Enters orb September 2, 2001; Leaves orb October 21, 2001 Station (R) September 26, 2001 This is an excellent opportunity for a mentor relationship--whether it be you playing the role of wise teacher, friend, promoter to a younger protege, or an older, more responsible sort taking you under his or her wing for more training and expertise. Wisdom, age and practical experience can further your hearts desires. Time is on your side as you utilize your perseverance and practicality to achieve a majestic end. ______ Transiting Jupiter sextile Natal Pluto Enters orb September 4, 2001; Leaves orb September 17, 2001; Enters orb December 17, 2001; Leaves orb January 1, 2002 Exact (D) September 10, 2001; Exact (R) December 25, 2001 Research may be your metier during this period. Your mind is not only reaching out to incredible vistas; it is also reaching down into the depths of the psyche and the roots of human experience. Your truth-seeking is particularly penetrating and incisive. You are less willing to put up with

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superficial answers and flip responses from others. You are torn between your commitment to truth, exploration and travel versus your commitment to close relationships. Sharing the quest with someone is a potential blend. Beware of overdoing sexual excesses OR asceticism and withdrawal. ______ Transiting Saturn quincunx (inconjunct) Natal Neptune Enters orb September 7, 2001; Leaves orb October 16, 2001 Station (R) September 26, 2001 The pragmatic and the spiritual confront one another. An awareness of the many levels of reality is valuable, but you must not lose sight of the physical reality in which we live. Continual focus on other dimensions results in an inability to handle basic needs in this life. But tunnel vision, experiencing only material things, is limiting and ultimately restrictive. The time is appropriate to blend your realistic nature with your idealistic nature and satisfy both sides. Avoid the extremes of becoming a victim or trying to play "savior" to the victims you find around you. Be reasonable in your search for something more. Use inspiration hand in hand with perspiration to create beautiful as well as practical results. ______ Transiting Jupiter quincunx (inconjunct) Natal Saturn Enters orb September 21, 2001; Leaves orb October 12, 2001; Enters orb November 22, 2001; Leaves orb December 13, 2001 Exact (D) September 30, 2001; Exact (R) December 4, 2001 The optimist meets the pessimist. Now is the time to make peace between your grandest dreams and your greatest fears. What is truly possible for you to achieve? Aim as high as you can within realistic limits of the world. Be wary of selling yourself short; likewise be wary of overestimating what you can foist upon the world. Ideals and reality must be blended to an optimum mix for achievement. You have the power to make those dreams come true if you utilize your powers of visualization in harmony with the "real world." ______

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Transiting Jupiter quincunx (inconjunct) Natal Sun Enters orb October 5, 2001; Leaves orb November 30, 2001 Exact (D) October 20, 2001; Station (R) November 2, 2001; Exact (R) November 15, 2001 Your reach for something higher needs to be blended with your urge to shine and be significant in some way. Education, philosophy, religion, travel or other forms of truth-seeking can give you a channel in which to pour yourself and achieve acclaim and appreciation. Beware of grandiosity; keep your expectations reasonable. Your search for meaning may pull you away from friends and lovers or vice versa. Find ways to allow both in your life. Pride and selfesteem are natural; do not smother them in the name of "spirituality," but also avoid self-aggrandizement. You need excitement; seek it in healthy ways. ______ Transiting Jupiter trine Natal Neptune Enters orb October 7, 2001; Leaves orb November 27, 2001 Exact (D) October 27, 2001; Station (R) November 2, 2001; Exact (R) November 8, 2001 Your head and heart goals agree about the direction of your life. This is a wonderful time for blending your left and right brain functions. Both intuition and intellect are emphasized, and you have a golden opportunity to combine them in a harmonious, flowing pursuit of your hearts desire. You can get assistance from the Universe. Do as much as you can and then trust in something Higher. Just dont forget to do your part. The Universe will not do it all! Spiritual development, meditation, studying ESP or other "fringe" areas may appeal. ______ Transiting Jupiter trine Natal Jupiter Enters orb October 15, 2001; Leaves orb November 20, 2001 Station (R) November 2, 2001 Now is the time to move closer to your visions of what really matters in life. This is an excellent period for some clarification of values. What do you really want in life? What are your true priorities? What matters most to you? As one goal or vision begins to emerge as the most significant TO YOU, follow that dream; help bring it into manifestation in the world. You can work in tune with the universe and a Higher Power to bring your visions into reality. Just be sure you dont overreach. You may be

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prophetic; your perspective is towards the future. Likely areas for focus include religion, travel, philosophy, education and spiritual quests. ______

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Your Next Step

We recommend, as your next step up after this interpretive report that you have just read, that you order A Planetary Guide To Your Future. Here you will find interpretations of not only the outer planet transits used in Your Future , but also of the transits of the Sun, Mercury, Venus and Mars to your own chart, and of the major phases of the Moon. By adding the transits of these faster moving planets we can give you a different message for almost every day. (We cant promise every day, because on occasional days there may sometimes be no transit to your chart.) That report can be used as a very effective daily planning guide, so long as you are willing to understand and blend the relative significance of short-term daily transits and major trend transits. Easy to follow instructions in the Introduction will help you do that. We consider astrology to be a very valuable tool, and we are happy to share it with you, in the hope that you can use it to make the most of your life. If you have come this far, congratulate yourself! You are truly "one in a million" to have begun to seriously and thoughtfully explore the value of astrology. You have recognized the vast difference between popular, but mistaken, notions about "fortune-telling" and the use of the time-tested astrological method as a device for self-awareness, analysis and planning. We appreciate and acknowledge you for the giant steps you have already taken, and are here to help you with whatever further explorations into the many and varied techniques of astrology that you wish to pursue. No matter what your level of astrological knowledge, from beginning beginner to professional and everywhere in between, ACS no doubt offers something that you havent tried! We are always happy to suggest an appropriate "next step." Just ask! Our Hot Line astrologer is available to talk with you from 9 AM to 5 PM on business days-619/492-1150.

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