January: Thanks to Venus and the Eclipse you may enjoy your work (despite the tension) more than ever over the next six months, but don't put health concerns on the back burner. Mars’ status also emphasizes the need to concentrate on fitness. After the 17th you may find that your intuition is a lot stronger when it comes to money. This is a good time to reevaluate your portfolio. After the 18th, relationships are more fun, whether you're single or committed. People who are doing work for you should be watched closely, especially at the end of the month. During the Full Moon, they may not have your best interests at heart.

Your Power Days this month are: 1, 2, 3, 10, 11, 12, 15, 17, 22, 25

Your Challenge Days are: 6, 9, 13, 16, 20, 23, 27, 29, 30, 31


February: That feeling of spinning your wheels that opens the month is the result of Mars still being retrograde in your sign. Despite this feeling work will still be running in high gear until the 9th. Be careful not to spread yourself too thin now. He relationships sector is energized by the powerful New Moon of the 13th. This is a great combination for couples, and justice good for those who are single and looking. The 25th begins a short high energy time-period during which efforts to impress people on the job may very well pay off, to the favorable Full Moon of the 28th.

Your Power Days this month are: 3, 4, 7, 8, 11, 13, 14, 18, 24, 26

Your Challenge Days are: 2, 5, 6, 9, 12, 17, 19, 20, 23

March: : Mercury and Jupiter align on the 7th, as a moderately favorable financial omen. Better news, is that Mars comes out of retrograde on the 10th, followed by a New Moon near Jupiter on the 15th. When all of these are counted together, it shows that this is a very favorable month for money. It might be a good idea not to spend before the money is in the bank, and to take a few baby steps first as you begin to initiate the plans you've been delaying until "the time is right". Mercury favors investment planning after the 17th, and the Full Moon of the 29th favors communication, but not travel.

Your Power Days this month are: 4, 6, 7, 9, 12, 13, 14, 15, 17, 19, 26, 30

Your Challenge Days are: 2, 3, 8, 11, 16, 18, 20, 23, 25, 29

April: Saturn’s transit back into Virgo on the 7th, again confronted by Uranus, could make for a surprise as far as money is concerned. This could be a change in income but it's more likely a windfall or insurance claim. The New Moon of the 14th will stimulate your sense of adventure, but could be used to upgrade your career skills. Mercury goes retrograde again on the 17th, possibly causing delays in reaching career goals. Until the 24th your popularity is at a high, but you need to keep a close watch on money and valuables. The Full Moon of the 28th may bring up issues at home that hinder your aims.

Your Power Days this month are: 2, 3, 8, 9, 10, 13, 14, 17, 26, 27, 30

Your Challenge Days are: 4, 5, 7, 12, 15, 19, 22, 23, 25, 28

May: The month begins in a social whirl, until Venus enters Cancer on the 19th. You’ll cherish the quiet period at this time, unless you mixed friends and money earlier in the month. In the meantime, Mercury will have come out of retrograde on the 11th, and the 13th will have featured a fortunate New Moon in Taurus, both of which support your career, ambitions and goals. The Full Moon of the 27th may bring an end to the quiet period and set you back in the midst of the social scene; just make sure to spend some extra time with children, because they really could use attention now.

Your Power Days this month are: 1, 5, 6, 10, 11, 14, 15, 24, 27, 28

Your Challenge Days are: 2, 4, 9, 13, 16, 18, 22, 23, 26, 29

June: : Mars enters Virgo on the 7th, bringing drive to your financial efforts, but you need to be careful, because you could make as many efforts to spend it as you do to get it. Jupiter, who entered Aries on the 6th, aligns with Uranus on the 8th. This is a lucky combination, especially for travel. If you are traveling for business, academic or just personal reasons, the experience will be more rewarding than you imagine. The New Moon of the 12th, coupled with Mercury, indicates awesome networking and friendship, but the Eclipse of the 26th indicates major tensions at work.

Your Power Days this month are: 1, 7, 11, 15, 16, 20, 28, 29, 30

Your Challenge Days are: 2, 3, 5, 6, 12, 19, 24, 25, 26

July: : Saturn’s return to Libra and its alignment with Uranus are the main features of the month. This combination can represent a strong drive for freedom that can lead to recklessness, especially around the Solar Eclipse of the 11th. This is the third of three Eclipses this year that put pressure on your work situation, but because of the other planets, this one can relieve the pressure if you stay out of ground zero and spend some time taking care of yourself. Venus, entering the wealth house on the 10th, makes this a good month financially, and the Full Moon on the 25th spices up the love life.

Your Power Days this month are: 2, 4, 5, 8, 12, 13, 17, 26, 27, 31

Your Challenge Days are: 3, 9, 10, 16, 19, 20, 22, 23, 25, 30

August: Multiple planetary combinations may cast a dark shadow on your work situation this month. Because Uranus is involved, it is likely to come as a surprise to everyone involved. The New Moon of the 9th is very favorable to you; increasing your charisma and influence. Venus had just entered its powerful position in Libra on the 6th, which makes this a perfect time for interviewing and self-promotion. Mercury retrogrades on the 20th in your house of money, and on the 24th, the Full Moon lights up the house of shared resources and unearned wealth. Adjust financial plans and investments now.

Your Power Days this month are: 1, 8, 9, 14, 17, 22, 23, 31

Your Challenge Days are: 4, 6, 12, 16, 18, 19, 20, 27

September: The New Moon of the 8th in Virgo is an omen of something positive happening for you, and Jupiter follows suit on the same day. As it approaches its alignment with Uranus, you should experience some positive changes, and strokes of luck. Venus brings a spirit of harmony to the home life now, and Mercury comes out of retrograde on the 12th, also in the wealth sector of your Horoscope. During the time between the 18th and the first day of autumn, you could meet someone of great influence on your life, and on the 23rd, the Full Moon will gain you supporters.

Your Power Days this month are: 2, 5, 6, 8, 10, 14, 19, 20, 24, 28

Your Challenge Days are: 3, 9, 11, 15, 16, 18, 21, 23, 25, 26, 30

October: Although there may be delays early in the month, the New Moon of the 7th is a very favorable indicator for travel. When Venus goes retrograde on the 8th, it could upset the family life and really enhance that urge to get away. On the 20th Mercury will fix these problems due to its transit of Scorpio. The Full Moon of the 22nd is positive for self-discovery and academic pursuits, but not career goals. It might be a good idea to consult with an agent or placement service to put feelers out there, but work with professionals, not friends.

Your Power Days this month are: 7, 8, 10, 11, 15, 16, 18, 21, 26, 29

Your Challenge Days are: 2, 3, 5, 6, 13, 20, 22, 23, 25, 27, 28

November: : The New Moon of the 6th may begin the holiday season early for you, in that home life is particularly pleasurable now. It’s a fairly quiet month, but on the 18th, there are a couple of important events. Jupiter comes out of retrograde, benefiting your wealth sector, but you should try to be conservative in your spending, and not let it outpace your income. Venus also resumes direct motion then, greatly enhancing your communication and neighborly warmth. The Full Moon of the 21st may try to create a conflict between work and family, but family wins this time.

Your Power Days this month are: 4, 5, 7, 8, 12, 13, 16, 20, 22, 26

Your Challenge Days are: 1, 3, 9, 10, 15, 17, 23, 24, 27, 30

December: : The New Moon of the 5th emphasizes your social life to the point that you may be overbooked. At the same time, Mercury goes retrograde on the 10th, indicating possible trouble at work that requires your attention. It will be a busy month, especially after Mars enters Capricorn on the 7th, increasing both the pace and the stress. Mercury could even cause a reshuffling of the social schedule after the 18th. The Lunar Eclipse of the 21st also emphasizes the social life, and should carry you through the remainder of the holiday season, and into next year.

Your Power Days this month are: 1, 4, 5, 8, 10, 13, 19, 23, 29, 31

Your Challenge Days are: 7, 9, 11, 14, 15, 17, 20, 21, 27, 28

Roy Kirkland is professionally certified in both the US and India, and internationally known as a highly skilled teacher and practitioner of the craft of astrology. Roy has a global clientele that has benefited from his experience in astrology and eastern metaphysics for over 30 years. Having worked on television and radio, his personal mission is to put the mystical arts to practical use in everyday life.