The Number "8"

A situation which has prevented you from living the life you want to live, is coming to an end. If you are still stuck in last year's introspective frame of mind, it is time to wake up and face the reality of your present situation.

Your emotions, and the emotions of those around you, may be running high. Observe and sense what is really going on. Your feelings are telling you what you really want by pointing out what is no longer available or desirable. Once you accept that something must end, alternatives will start to appear. And remember: although getting what you really want is what the 8 year offers, this must start with correct understanding of your current reality. Without that, you will not know how to proceed, or even why you want what you say you want.

At least one major goal can be accomplished this year, probably more. For now, however, unfinished business needs to be completed so that there are no loose ends to trip you up as the year unfolds.

This month takes you backwards - so you can define the things that are preventing you from moving forward. Recognize all the attitudes, beliefs, and situations that have kept you from feeling fulfilled. Consider those unproductive aspects which have been slowing you down; that consistent set of circumstances which always seem to end in disappointment, no matter how much effort you put into it.

Your Will is waking up now and is expressing itself through those intense feelings you're having this month - especially those rich feelings of self-appreciation you had forgotten you were able to feel. Once you have made a decision which is not derived from guilt or blame, your self-esteem will be raised to the level needed to fulfill your needs, and others will give you their support.

Endings must now be made in a way that will allow you to walk away from a certain situation without regret. Be patient, tolerant, open minded, forgiving, compassionate, and optimistic. Above all, accept and enjoy the feeling that is urging you to believe in yourself as your feminine Will starts to feel freer.

Situations may arise which test your patience and tolerance. Their purpose is to show you that you do have a choice: you can remain dependent on others for your fulfillment, or you can take full responsibility for your life by developing a strong intent to fulfill a specific goal. If you choose the latter, you will have to focus on whatever your goal happens to be.

This cycle will also teach you a lot about giving - and that giving and receiving are equal parts of the same process, as one cannot be achieved without the other. There are so many ways to give: your time; support; money; service; understanding; sympathy; creativity; etc. But giving out is not the only way to give. Sometimes giving involves giving in, giving way, or even giving up.

You will give something, this month. Just remember that in order to give, you must first let go. Finally, it is important to be aware that the transition from the wispy, dreamy planes of the spiritual 7 year into the much colder and harsher material energy of the 8 year can be confusing and stressful. Allow for this in the first 3 months or so.