This will be a life-altering year for you, Jennifer. The two heavyweights of the solar system are both working hard to transform the inner you (Pluto) and the outer you (Saturn). The changes that take place inside will fuel the corresponding changes in the outward life. Saturn is the instrument of external change for you effecting your self image, marriage or partner relationships and career and public image. (It forms a T-square to your Ascendent and natal Saturn, transiting Saturn being on the 10^th.) They are working together in this process. (Transiting Saturn is aspecting natal Pluto and transiting Pluto is aspecting natal Saturn.) Fortunately, they are in good aspects to each other, easing the externalization of inward changes. Pluto is the instrument of this internal/emotional upheaval. Something always dies when Pluto touches it. That is the planets purpose, death precedes a renewed life. It is very painful emotionally and there is no exit door, no way to just let it slide, Pluto WILL do it's work. You have the most painful aspect of all with Pluto conjunct your natal Moon and if that wasn't enough, transiting Pluto is square it's own natal position. The sextiles to your Moon and Ascendent help you to use this influence in a positive/growth oriented manner. Pluto is in the 2^nd house. Besides being the house of material value, money and possessions, it also rules your personal values. It is in the area of personal values and emotional attachment that Pluto will be felt the most.

The following pages describe the major transits that you will be experiencing over the coming period. These pages can give you insight into the challenges that you will encounter and the underlying lessons that they offer you. There are literally hundreds of transits occurring for you each year, so this report focuses on those which occur more infrequently and therefore present the greatest challenges.

The "Exact" transit dates and immediately prior to those dates are the times when the energies described will be felt most strongly and when actual events related to the transit are most likely to occur. Many transits will have three "Exact" dates listed. This is because the transiting planet goes retrograde (R) and then direct (D) again, causing three "hits." When this is the case, the issues associated with the transit will surface on the first hit, there will be some progress toward resolving these issues on the second hit, and the third hit will bring final resolution.

Vega Attractions astrologer note: We consider the Direct/Retrograde/Direct motion of the planet to be one long aspect and group them together The issues are brought into being by the first aspect, are latent but unresolved when out of orb. The issues are repeated in a more negative manner in the Retrograde aspect. Out of orb again, the issues are still latent but this is often the hardest time, the darkest before the dawn time. The issues are resolved, at least for the present, in the final Direct aspect.

Read your transit report over once now to get a general overview of the coming period. Then, as the issues described in this report begin to appear in your life, you can refer back to this report for suggestions on how to best handle the changes that you are experiencing. Even the worst transit can be a valuable experience if you are fortunate enough to "get" the lesson that it offers.

The readings stress that you are the ultimate decider of your fate. Astrology can give you a "weather report" on the energies influencing you, but it is up to you to decide how you will react. Some people can benefit greatly under normally difficult transits because they eagerly meet the challenge head on. Others will not benefit from the most positive transits because they did not pursue opportunities presented to them. Request a personal reading if you would like to examine your upcoming changes more thoroughly.

During this transit your taste will be somewhat extravagant. You are strongly attracted to beauty and can spend a great deal of money surrounding yourself with it. Be careful how you spend your money; you can make some sound investments now, but you must be careful to choose carefully. You may have a feeling that nothing can go wrong, and this only increases your chances that something will.

Although this is usually a pleasant transit, you may encounter difficulties in your relationships (especially if this is indicated by other transits happening around this time). The issue for you in relationships now is one of freedom. There may be a struggle within yourself and/or with another because one of you feels the need for more freedom. Learn to limit your expectations of yourself and promise less. That way you won't put off projects indefinitely because they seem overwhelming. In other words, give yourself a break.

If your relationships have been possessive in nature, this transit will bring the issue out into the open to be dealt with. If you can treat each other with respect and trust, these things can be worked out. There is also the possibility that this transit could bring a new love interest into your life. Let such a relationship stand the test of time before making solid commitments.

This is one of the most difficult transits of Jupiter because of the extreme differences that exist between the energies of these two planets. Jupiter represents expansion and Saturn represents limitation, and you may feel at times that you are undergoing both simultaneously. Your judgment is not necessarily good at this time, and you must be extremely careful when making important decisions. You feel optimistic but also want to be cautious, and you often vacillate between these two extremes.

You feel torn between your desire for total freedom and the opportunity to set up and hold on to a safe and predictable life. Sometimes you feel like quitting and "going back to the drawing board" without the need to unravel the repercussions of past mistakes. You feel restless and are driven to make changes in your life, especially in your career. Be sure not to exceed your budget, especially in areas ruled by Jupiter, such as travel, publishing, education, religion or foreign cultures.

Personal relationships may suffer under this transit, especially ones which involve commitment and responsibility. But if you have been basically satisfied with your life and don't feel overburdened, you will be able to exercise self-discipline and expand the structures in your life to include more than before. This can be a good time to expand your business or take on more responsibilities at work, if you do not overextend yourself. Be very cautious in any business expansion you undertake now. You could become entangled in red tape, legal difficulties and stiff competition. Financial setbacks are common, as well as disagreements with friends, partners and business associates.

No matter what your sex, relationships with women will be very beneficial to you at this time, emotionally and/or materially. You may meet a woman who acts as somewhat of a guide to you, helping you to better understand yourself emotionally. Or you may encounter a woman in your career who can be of assistance to you.

You are more interested than usual in spiritual or occult matters now. You are able to view the religious beliefs and values of your youth with a different attitude so that you can incorporate them into your present value system. You may have discarded many of these beliefs as worthless, but you may find they still hold some truth for you. It is also a good time to invest in real estate or other sound business ventures.

Often, this transit indicates a time when you deal with a group of people or are perhaps a public figure yourself. If you share any hard feelings with family members, now is a good time to clear up old grudges and disappointments. Family means a great deal to you now. Plan a family trip and have fun together.

This is a time of high optimism and pleasant feelings. It is a good time to explore those areas of your life which you have previously feared to venture into. You are very creative now and can assert yourself confidently in creative ventures. This transit increases your changes of receiving recognition and reward for your creative efforts. The wind appears to be at your back, and you can accomplish a great deal at this time.

You may indulge in activities that are traditionally associated with Jupiter, such as travel, physical activity (such as hiking), or higher education. You may travel to foreign places or be increasingly exposed to more "international people". You may even discover a new love through these pursuits. At this time you are more curious and open-minded about new and different cultures and lifestyles. You get along well with others now and have a healthy sense of humor about life. Your health is also good at this time.

You feel very generous and benevolent toward others now, especially those who are less fortunate. The only danger with this transit (like many Jupiter transits) is that you will be over-optimistic and take foolish risks and gambles. You feel a little like Superman right now, and your estimates of what you can accomplish may be a little unrealistic for a mere human.

Finances usually improve under this transit. At the very least, you will not have to work so hard for the money you get. It is also an excellent time to resolve legal matters. You will feel like surrounding yourself with beauty, and it is good to reward yourself. Just be careful that you don't spend as much (or more) money than you take in.

This transit occurs once every 12 years, and it marks the beginning of a new cycle in your personal and professional relationships. You will find your circle of friends expanding during this transit, and your new friends will offer you larger perspectives on the world. Some of them may be rich and/or powerful, but what is most important is that they have something to teach you. You will feel warm and giving toward your loved ones now, and as a result your friends are more appreciative and see to it that you also feel loved. This is an excellent time for equalizing the balance of give-and-take in your relationships.

The only danger is that (as with other Jupiter transits) you may become overconfident or arrogant, so that others feel you are looking down on them. This is usually not a problem unless arrogance is already an issue for you. This transit does make you feel very optimistic and convinced that nothing can go wrong. Just be careful not to be too reckless.

Now is an excellent time to socialize with friends, to travel, and to make a good impression on a personal or professional level. You may also have the opportunity to travel to foreign lands. You will feel particularly healthy, and you are particularly resistant to disease and infection now. During this time you feel like being good to yourself, so that few diets make it through this transit. Jupiter brings expansion, and in this case it could involve your waistline.

You are primarily interested in learning and growing at this time, and you will seek out others who will stimulate your curiosity and give you a perspective of the world which is different from your own. You may begin a new love relationship now, and you're more open to the idea of partnership and marriage than usual. This is also an excellent time to resolve legal disputes through arbitration and compromise.

At this time you will set high goals and try to achieve something of significance in your career. You are no longer content to maintain the status quo because your sense of ambition is more powerful than usual and you have the self-confidence to take on a larger task. In fact, one of the negative sides of this transit is the danger of an inflated ego.

You feel more competent than usual, and you will set your goals high. You are willing to work hard for what you want, even to the point of neglecting your home life. Be careful that you do not become overconfident and take poorly calculated risks. Also, avoid a tendency to promise more than you can realistically deliver. Pay closer attention to details than ever, since you are prone to overlooking them at this time.

You want more "elbow room" in your professional life, and you may want to change jobs or expand your business in order to achieve greater freedom of expression. Just be sure to stay within your budget--and keep it conservative. If you will exercise caution in your judgment, you could well achieve your goals with this transit. For best results, just be sure to develop a little self-discipline and keep your ego and overconfidence to a minimum.

Your mind is very sharp at this time, and you seek communication with others. You feel very optimistic and have a positive outlook on life. Because you have confidence in your opinions, you are able to communicate your point well to others now. This would be a good time to do some writing or to keep a journal where you record your changing thoughts and ideas.

You want to speak more than you want to listen at this time, and you may have to make a conscious effort to let others put in their two cents' worth. It will not be easy for you to accept criticism from others now, yet this is exactly what you need to do. Communicating with others can help you to plan and negotiate well during this period, but you must be willing to hear others' opinions as well as your own. Because your mind needs a challenge, you may feel like changing jobs or residences now. Before investing your bank account in such a decision, be sure the grass is really greener on that side of the fence.

You may engage in debate during this time, or even in an intellectual confrontation (better known as an argument). If you do encounter a quarrel with someone, it may be a good time to reexamine your viewpoint and consider why you are reacting defensively to what they are saying. If your beliefs are well-founded, you will hold up well under any attack.

Be careful not to overcommit yourself during this time. You probably feel that you are constantly in motion and that there is never enough time in the day to accomplish your tasks. Allow extra time in your schedule for traffic jams, breakdowns and missed connections; otherwise, you'll be chronically late. If you take on more than you can handle now, every task will be done sloppily and with no attention to detail. It's better to accomplish a few jobs professionally than to accomplish many in a slip-shod manner.

You are able to see yourself clearly now and to understand what makes you tick. You are determinedly ambitious and can achieve a great deal if you will focus your attention on one project. You feel very strong and powerful now and are able to withstand considerable difficulty if you have to. Your ability to concentrate is enhanced at this time and you are willing to work very hard to accomplish your goals. You have a keen sense of how hard you can push yourself now without exceeding your limits.

If you can develop a strong sense of self-discipline now, you will maximize the results of your efforts. This is an excellent time to do research or undertake other tasks which require in-depth examination and focus. With this "laser beam" effect you can conserve your energy and yet get tremendous results by knowing how to apply limited amounts of energy and attention at the right time and place. This is an excellent time to pursue a promotion or change to a more challenging job.

Others will respect your hard work and discipline now. This is partially because they can see the changes in you as an individual. They can see that you have given your all and that your success is a reflection of the growth you are undergoing at a deep psychological level. This is a favorable time to study science, mathematics or metaphysics. You may also benefit financially through investment, inheritance, or grants.

During this transit you will re-examine your goals and priorities in life. Undoubtedly, there are many people and situations which are no longer appropriate to the path you have chosen to follow. In order for you to progress, you must sever ties with those people and situations which have held you back. If you do not voluntarily make these changes in your life, then the changes will seem to happen to you, such as people leaving your life who you have tried to hold onto for years.

Later, after this transit has passed, you will realize how your former relationships used to sap your energy. You will see that you have left behind anyone who could not support you and your goals and who instead criticized you and resisted your expressing yourself as you choose. In a way, you are freeing yourself of old baggage to make room for new and more appropriate people and situations to enter your life.

This is a time of professional (and perhaps legal) conflict. You may feel particularly withdrawn now, and you may become aware that you have built a thick wall to protect yourself from others. Others who were always around may not be there for you now, and at times you may feel alone and forsaken. In truth, this is a time of inner restructuring, and this requires that you do spend some time alone, whether you want to or not.

This is an excellent time for undertaking projects which require a great deal of hard work and concentration. You are able to see your goals in a long-range perspective and to make solid plans to carry them out. Your sense of organization is high now, and you will pay close attention to all details and work determinedly toward your objectives.

Coworkers and superiors will recognize your value now and will respect your diligence and willingness to work hard. You are able to take on complicated projects and work toward a successful conclusion with perseverance. Now's the time to approach that supervisor or government agency for a favor. This is a particularly good time to work with metals or stones or to draw up detailed plans. It's also good for architecture, engineering, building, manufacturing, or craftsmanship. This combination of Saturn and Mars favors the use of heavy equipment and machinery.

It is not difficult for you to be patient now, for you know that with hard work you will achieve your goals. You don't expect too much of yourself now and therefore are not likely to become overcommitted. You know that with time and effort you will be rewarded for your deeds. The tasks you take on now will have a lasting impact on your future, although they won't bring overnight success.

If you are required to compete with others now, they will find you a worthy opponent. You are determined to succeed and will make sure that you are well prepared for any altercation you encounter. Because your actions are well-considered and well-planned, you will win out over any opponent who acts impulsively.

This transit happens only twice in the 28- to 30-year cycle of Saturn and is a time of testing for projects in your life that began about seven years ago. Some refer to this transit as an "identity crisis" in which you begin to question your previous goals in life. There can be a strong feeling that you have wasted much of your time pursuing a course of action that will lead you nowhere. You will examine your long-range plans and adopt a serious attitude about your future.

There is often an event associated with this transit that triggers introspection and self-examination. You may experience difficulties in your career because of coworkers or superiors. They can sense your growing feelings of insecurity and "move in for the kill." This is likely to be a time of hard work and increased responsibility, yet your finances will be tight. It may be time for a change in your career or at least for making adjustments. You may also encounter legal problems.

In your relationships you may feel like getting away by yourself. It is possible that friendships or affairs will end at this time if others are not willing to adjust to your need for solitude. It may seem that everyone feels compelled to tell you what you "should" be doing. Resist the tendency to feel guilty about your faults; instead do something about them.

This is a perfect time for eliminating unnecessary habits, situations and even people from your life. Don't worry, anything in your life that needs to remain will withstand the test of this transit and will even be more stable because of it. Now is the time to examine your life and figure out what has been working for you and what has not so that you can make the necessary changes.

This is traditionally a time of reward for your many years of planning and preparation in your career. You have the opportunity now to take on higher level positions involving new duties and responsibilities. If you play your cards right, now can be a time of reaping the benefits of projects you began about 14 years ago when Saturn opposed your Midheaven.

If you are under 40, this is the first of two or three such transits in your life. The first one may have less spectacular results than the subsequent ones because you have had less time as an adult to prepare for it. If this is the second or third pass of this transit in your life, you may feel as though you have been struggling for a long time to get to the top and you can finally see light at the end of the tunnel.

Now is the time to look back over the plans you have laid out for your career to see what improvements and modifications should be made. If you have in any way cheated or taken "shortcuts" in your rise to the top, this transit could mean your fall from glory--as was the case with Richard Nixon, who suffered the indignity of Watergate during this transit.

If you have prepared well in the area of your career and have not stepped on anyone to get where you are, this transit will be a positive one for you. You will have new opportunities for leadership and added responsibility, and if you can handle this extra burden at this time, the payoff later will be fantastic. Trying to shirk these responsibilities will only lead to trouble later.

Now is the time to form new foundations for the goals you wish to achieve. Many people begin a new career or business during this transit. Be sure to pay careful attention to details now and to consider all options before making a final decision. If you can exercise the proper caution and patience, the outcome will surely be beneficial.

Your sense of spirituality is enhanced by this transit, and you will find yourself delving into the deepest secrets of the Universe. It is a good time to study metaphysics or occult sciences, consciousness raising activities or other spiritual disciplines such as yoga. You will find ways to apply your new spiritual awareness in your everyday life rather than just talk about higher truths abstractly.

During this time you may feel more like volunteering time to a worthy cause or otherwise helping others for the sake of giving rather than receiving some material reward. This would be very beneficial for you now, and you could achieve a great deal to improve the overall well-being of the planet by working in conjunction with similarly motivated people in groups. Although you will feel very idealistic now, you are grounded enough to know how to practically apply your principles in everyday life, and in this way much can be accomplished.

You will engage in peaceful moments of reflection now as you examine the world around and within you. You understand that patience is required to achieve your ideal, and you are willing to wait and to work hard for what you want. This calm, detached manner shows how much you have learned during this time.

During this time it may seem that no matter what you say, you cannot please others. You will encounter multiple disagreements and even end long-time relationships because of this failure in communication. It is certain that you will encounter strong resistance to your ideas, and you in turn may stubbornly refuse to accept the opinions of others.

On the positive side, this opposition from others will force you to strengthen your arguments and to be sure that you have considered every angle before presenting an idea to someone else for consideration. If you feel like giving up, you probably have doubts about the viability of your own plans. Others are not really out to shoot down your ideas, they are serving the purpose of presenting a challenge that you can rise to meet. Be sure that your plans are well thought out and based on reality and you will have fewer problems.

Now is a good time for introspection and self-questioning. Examine your logic and see if you can find any weak points, then take steps to correct them. Don't waste time feeling guilty or sorry for yourself, for you will be tempted to do so. This will only lead to depression and feelings of self-doubt. Try to stay detached and objective, although you may feel at times that you are being personally attacked. Negative publicity could affect your reputation now, so be careful not to expose yourself to ridicule.

This transit will be easier if you have not allowed your thinking to become too narrow and rigid. You may encounter legal problems or get caught in bureaucratic red tape. Changes will be required of you now, and the more flexible you remain, the easier these changes will be. If you remain stubborn and unmoving, you will encounter the same response from others. Give a little and you will find that others will do the same.

This transit will occur only twice in each 28- to 30-year cycle of Saturn. The older you are at the time it happens, the more "set in your ways" you're likely to have become. Try to remain open to change during this time, and allow yourself to question what you may have previously considered to be ultimate authority. Events in your life will put you in the position to choose between what you believe is best and what you are told (or ordered) to do, by your most respected superiors, leaders, or family members. Although you may have to change jobs now, by sticking to your ethics, you will gain the approval of others who can be influential in improving your career. It's also possible that you could work with others to bring about ethical reform in your chosen profession.

You will closely review choices you've made in the past and reassess your current life obligations. If you're only halfway committed to any person or situation (perhaps because of a sense of duty or obligation), you will decide either to change your attitude to one of full commitment or else terminate the contact altogether. It's also possible that responsibilities you've shirked in the past will resurface to be fulfilled (especially involving your parents or your children). If this occurs, be as fair and ethical as possible in your dealings, and look at it as a chance to correct past mistakes and repay karmic debts. Keep a positive attitude by giving thanks for what you have accomplished in life instead of complaining about missed opportunities.

During this transit you may have a major breakthrough in your relationship with a major male role model from your youth, such as your father. You may be called upon to care for a loved one, or to change your career plans in order to fulfill an obligation to them. Although the childhood memories brought up by such events could be painful, it also allows you the opportunity to heal these old wounds and any unhealthy patterns they've caused in your life. During this time you'll be highly creative, and any works of art you produce will also have a practical use. You may seek new techniques for self-improvement, such as acupuncture, chiropractic care, herbology, healing with crystals or prayer. You may even consider a new career in one of these fields.

This transit occurs twice in every 28- to 30-year cycle of Saturn, so you may experience it several times in your lifetime. You feel stable now and can view life as being exciting rather than challenging. You've had the chance to reflect on changes you made about seven years ago and have learned the value of combining old knowledge with new insights.

You're excited at the prospect of learning new skills (as well as developing old ones). Saturn wants you to be cautious; Uranus wants radical change--NOW! The best use of this transit is to successfully blend the two energies--patience and enthusiasm. You would enjoy working on projects with other people now, and you will benefit from perspectives and insights they can share with you (and vice versa).

You feel very flexible now, as you have learned to incorporate positive change into your life in order to minimize sudden, unexpected and sometimes unwelcome change. Although you are aware of the need for change at all levels of your life, you recognize the wisdom of waiting for the right moment instead of jumping on impulse. This will be the key to your success at this time. Others will respect and admire you for your innovative ideas and your ability to persevere and achieve results.

You may be offered opportunities for career advancement; now is a good time to gain the support of superiors. At the very least, your life will be more exciting than usual at this time. Get organized so that you can better face the challenge of Saturn's next square or conjunction to your Uranus. Now is a good time to make needed changes without causing turmoil.

This is a good time for growth and for implementing new structures in your life. At this time you are able to blend the energy of Saturn (structure, self-discipline, responsibility) very easily with that of Jupiter (growth, expansion, higher learning, gambling). There may well be many opportunities presenting themselves to you, and you should take full advantage of them.

The growth that you undergo at this time will not be sudden or disruptive. It will be gradual and steady, and parts of your life that you build up now will have an enduring quality that will help them to survive the inevitable crises in your life later on. Nothing will be given to you for free now, and you will have to work for what you gain. Opportunity may knock, but it rarely knocks more than once. It is your responsibility to pursue your goals and to work hard for what you wish to achieve.

This is a favorable transit for all business matters, since you have a healthy mix of optimism and caution. You conduct yourself in a professional manner and are able to plan and manage projects well. You have more patience than usual and therefore can get your work done more efficiently and thoroughly. Your special efforts toward excellence will be appreciated by others at this time, and they will remember you when you seek their help later in furthering your career.

You can look at life rather philosophically now as you undergo intellectual and spiritual growth. You can understand that the best growth is slow and controlled rather than quick and rash, and you learn to work within the limitations that life provides. The foundations you lay now will have a steadying effect on your future.

At this time you are more successful than usual at harmonizing your individual needs with those of your close personal relationships. This transit allows you to stabilize such relationships and to approach them from a realistic point of view. You have a greater understanding of who you are and can readily see and understand the needs of others. Your relationships will lead you to greater awareness of yourself during this time.

Now is a good time to make long-range decisions regarding your relationships, for you are not likely to see your partner through rose-colored glasses but rather can deal with the reality of what you mean to each other. If you prefer an exciting love life, this time may seem rather dull to you, but in fact you are emphasizing stability now rather than excitement, and you are laying a solid foundation which will be able to withstand change when needed.

During the last few years (when Saturn squared or opposed Venus), you ended many relationships which were no longer contributing to your growth. Now the loved ones who remain in your life are those of the greatest value to you. These people can teach you a great deal about yourself and assist you in expanding your perception of love relationships in general.

This is also a good time for successful business relationships, and you are likely to receive needed support from your superiors. You are able to negotiate well now and to respect the needs of others. You are not likely to be unreasonable but are prone to see things (even the other guy's side) more realistically now. You are able to exercise a great deal of self-discipline at this time in creative works of all kinds.

This is a time of extreme emotional transformation and psychological change, and this may affect your home and family life as well as your relationships with close friends. Your feelings are very intense now (so much so that it may surprise you), and learning to deal with them is the main lesson of this period. Fortunately, this transit will only occur once in your lifetime.

Pluto is the planet of transformation, death and rebirth. After this transit has passed you will see that the old you has died and another has been born. Then you will be able to see why you had to go through an emotional purging by fire in order to accomplish this. But at the time it will seem as though your whole world (inner and outer) is being torn apart.

This is a time of psychological excavation, and you may uncover complexes that you've hidden since childhood. Your relationships with women (especially relatives, and particularly your mother) will be intense at this time. This may take the form of power struggles and manipulation. You may suddenly lose loved ones--for many reasons, including death. Life events will prompt you to seek answers through mysticism, metaphysics or spiritual studies. Meditation could help you relax and stay centered.

Now is a good time to change your residence or remodel your home. The changes and repairs you make now are necessary to preserve your dwelling. The emotional tensions produced by this transit can affect your health, particularly your digestive system. If you don't feel well, see a doctor; and, if he advises it, you may want to consult a therapist. Now would be an excellent time for it.

This transit will happen only once in your lifetime (maybe twice if it occurs at a very early age). You will have many opportunities for personal growth during this time, and you will receive greater recognition for your efforts. You may achieve a position of greater authority over others or you may simply establish good relations with employers or authority figures. You are highly confident and may make some "good connections" in your career or may find yourself promoted to a higher position.

This is an excellent time for working constructively with a group of people toward a common humanitarian goal. You can see the ills of society all too clearly now, and you would gain much satisfaction by doing your part to bring about needed reform. In working with groups of others you will find that your own individuality will emerge and your self-image improve. You may be nominated to lead some part of the group's activities.

Although you will have many opportunities for growth and/or promotion, you must provide the motivation to seize them when they pass by. Opportunity does not knock twice; be sure to answer on the first tap. Great changes can take place for you now, but only if you are willing to take a chance on yourself.

Any areas of your life which have been in distress can be transformed now. You may do this physically by rebuilding your body or repairing your home. Most importantly, you are doing so within yourself, psychologically. Used to its best potential, this transit is an excellent time to expand your consciousness and totally transform your objectives and goals in life. You would benefit by practicing yoga and meditation or by studying metaphysical or mystical subjects.

Your close relationships will undergo massive transformation and change during this once-in-a-lifetime transit. Pluto's influence gives you the power to remake your relationships so that they meet your needs better. It is possible that you will help to reform the life of someone else who is close to you. However, this great power carries an equally awesome responsibility to use it for the good of all instead of for your own personal gain. If you find yourself in a position of heavy influence with those around you, be careful that you are conscious of how you use it.

It is possible that you will receive a promotion, be elected to an office or somehow rise to a position of authority among your peers. Again, Pluto can be very generous with personal power, but you are also being tested as to whether you use or abuse such power. Remember to consider the needs of everyone when exercising authority. Otherwise, you will suffer the consequences after this transit has passed.

You may encounter a very intense relationship under this transit that will have great impact on you. While it is possible that this could be a love affair, it is most usually a deep friendship through which you will encounter emotions that you have hidden away for years, including those of the "darker" side of both of you. You should not be afraid to explore the deep emotions you experience at this time. It would be easier to do that now than to repress them until a less favorable Pluto transit comes along to release the tension in the form of accidents, conflicts and other tragedies.

During this transit you may reconsider your direction in life and may decide to change many of your goals. This is a good time to seek guidance through meditation and astrology or other metaphysical sciences. Once this transit has passed, you may find that your surroundings, and particularly your closest relationships, have changed considerably. In the end, you'll find that you have a deeper experience and understanding of the universe.

Many people and things will disappear from your life at this time. How this happens will depend on whether you are willing to voluntarily make changes and face truths about yourself and your past. If you will do so, you will clear a foundation upon which to build a new future, free of the restrictions of the past. If you will not, you will lose many things that you value--your home, loved ones, job. You may also encounter power struggles with people who are trying to resist the changes you feel you must make.

You may feel a renewed interest in occult matters at this time. It is a good idea to pursue these avenues if you are seeking truth and self-discovery. However, stay away from magic, voodoo or any practices which seek to control or dominate others. The outcome of any such endeavor would not be positive during this transit.

Events in your life will prompt you to develop greater self-understanding. Problem areas include corporate affairs, taxes, insurance, divorce settlements and inheritances. If things seem to be crumbling around you, consider it urban renewal. Be patient; the new strengths that you build on the leveled foundation will be more solid than ever.

This once-in-a-lifetime transit is an excellent time to make plans and strategies for your future, and you have the cautious and patient approach needed to do so. You have perseverance and determination now, coupled with the a strong sense of responsibility and attention to detail. Take advantage of this time to review and solidify your plans for the future.

You will change a great deal during this transit (slowly, but surely) and will emerge as quite a different person than you were when it began. It is merely a time of eliminating what is outdated and useless in your life in order to make room for the strong new future you are building. You are highly organized and very practical now. This is a common time when people change residence, jobs, or even professions. Another possibility is that you will gain the respect and trust of your superiors and be promoted to positions of authority over others where you will have to establish a structure for use by all.

Because you are generally more cautious about things, you will find it easier to get along on less now, even if you're not forced to. You are more conscious of the need to conserve and are especially careful not to waste valuable resources. Areas of your life favored by this transit include legal matters and the study of science, law and medicine.

You are more interested in spiritual and metaphysical sciences now. This is an excellent time to practice yoga and meditation. You may find yourself drawn to work with others who seek to bring about social change. If you do so, it will be in a more conservative, practical way than those who seek radical reforms. You know that too much change too fast can be worse than no change at all.

This transit will occur only once in each 50-year cycle of Chiron. Your focus is on your career during this time, and you may receive public recognition for your achievements (perhaps for the first time). In order to do so, you may be forced to take actions in your life that those closest to you are likely to disapprove of. If you've suffered from a lack of confidence in the past, now is the time to re-examine your self-esteem problems (usually formed in childhood) and heal them once and for all. Events which occur now (especially those involving one or both of your parents) will reopen these old wounds, as those around you judge and criticize you. If you are willing to, you could become a victim of life's circumstances, or you can learn to heal yourself and others.

You may have conflicts with people who are in positions of authority over you (at work and elsewhere). If you learn to stand up for yourself in these situations yet keep a cool head, you will eventually prevail. This may be difficult now because you are more impatient than usual with overburdensome rules and regulations which seem unnecessary. You may have to decide whether to sacrifice your integrity for a job (or a relationship) or to keep quiet and reap the benefits. If your integrity is questioned, act like an honorable, respectable person, and others will be more likely to treat you like one. If the "powers that be" seem to be against you, remember you can be more effective working within the system than without. Continue to do your job responsibly, and your work will either be rewarded or you'll find a better career that gives you more autonomy and freedom of movement.

Events may occur which will cause you to re-evaluate your plans and life goals. If faced with disappointments or setbacks, don't go into denial, hoping they'll go away. Make whatever changes you must to adapt to your new reality, even if it means tightening your belt or taking on new responsibilities. You're likely to work a lot now without many visible results, but be assured that the foundation you are building in your life now will be there when you need it later. You are drawn to alternative methods of health care, such as acupuncture or herbs, and may even consider a new career as a healer.

This transit will occur only twice in each 50-year cycle of Chiron. During this time you're overly sensitive to the needs of others, and you may have to remind yourself that you cannot take care of everyone all the time. Your first obligation is to care for yourself; otherwise you're useless to anyone else. You have an increased interest in spiritual and psychic matters and may even discover that you have psychic abilities. You may have vivid, detailed dreams or past-life memories which can be both enlightening and prophetic. These new discoveries may cause you to question your long-held religious or philosophical beliefs as you begin to follow your own instincts instead of sticking to tradition. At this time you are very curious about the true nature of the universe and your role in it.

You may realize that you still carry scars from your childhood that affected your sense of confidence and self-worth. As a result, you have difficulty trusting in another's love and even believing in your lovability. Events in your life (such as disappointment, deception, or loss) may cause you to re-evaluate your view of reality and to see people as they really are rather than as you'd like them to be. Instead of repeating past mistakes, you can break unhealthy habits and patterns and make necessary changes in your life. The more progress you can make toward healing these scars, the easier it will be for you when Chiron conjoins or squares your natal Neptune in a few years. You're learning to adopt a more spiritual attitude toward life's problems and to have compassion, even for those who hurt or deceive you. Each "crisis" is just a lesson with valuable insights to offer. Instead of focusing on your pain and loss, keep a strong vision of your goals for healing and happiness in the future.

During this transit, you may discover that you have hidden creative talents. Your artistic creations reflect your emerging spiritual consciousness. You also have an increased interest in holistic healing techniques, such as acupuncture or herbs. You may even find that you have talent as a healer and discover the opportunity for a new career in the healing arts. Once you've developed a positive attitude toward life, you can help others learn to do the same and thereby heal themselves.

This transit will occur only once in each 50-year cycle of Chiron. Your mind is likely to be very active now, and you're full of new, innovative ideas and insights. You communicate very clearly, sometimes getting your point across without the use of words. This is an excellent time to study new concepts or to attend college, especially if you're returning at a later age. Your mind is inquisitive now, and you would be good at anything involving research or technical studies. You are highly intuitive, and events during this time will teach you the difference between your own thoughts and the voice of intuition. You may even dabble in metaphysics, magic, or past-life memories.

If you carry childhood wounds related to your early education (and opinions you formed about yourself at that time), they may be reopened now. Although this may be painful for you, it is the first step toward healing these old scars forever. If too much emphasis was placed on academic achievement during your childhood (or if you were treated as an intellectual inferior), now is the time to break through such early conditioning and develop renewed confidence in yourself and your mental abilities. Your first impressions are usually correct now, since you can see through others' pretenses more easily now. It's also a good time to tell others what's really on your mind.

Once your curiosity kicks in and the ideas start pouring in, you may have the opportunity to begin a new business venture (especially in the areas of writing, the media, education, or counseling). This is a good time to explore holistic health practices, and you may even look into a career in the healing professions. During this transit you'll find that you can heal (or wound) with words alone. No matter how noble your work, be sure to allow for leisure time in your busy schedule. Otherwise, you risk suffering from nervous exhaustion and other stress-related health problems. Once you've learned to clear your mind, pace yourself and avoid stress, you can teach others to do likewise.

This transit will occur only twice in each 50-year cycle of Chiron. This is a time of hardship, perhaps even serious illness (for yourself or a relative). If you suffer an illness now, it is an excellent time to try an alternative, holistic approach to health care (perhaps for the first time), especially if more traditional methods do not help. You'll probably find that whatever ails you now is connected to wounds you've carried since childhood but have never been able to heal. The more progress you can make toward healing these scars, the easier it will be for you when Chiron conjoins or squares your natal Chiron in a few years. If you should succeed in curing your maladies now, you will be inspired to help others heal themselves.

Events that occur in your life now seem destined or fated. You are passing through a major turning point, and your life will never be the same again. During this time you may have to let go of someone or something you thought you could never live without. You feel the need to bring about major permanent change in your life, as well as in the world in general, as though you need to fulfill your karmic purpose. Major life decisions seem to be easier to make now, as though you really have no choice but to cooperate with the flow of the universe. This can be a time of great spiritual and psychic awakening, even if you have never believed in such things before. You can learn a lot now, as long as you don't believe you already know everything.

As part of your rediscovery of life, you may travel to foreign lands during this time, or explore a career in a totally new field. During this time you may develop latent psychic, healing, or teaching abilities. In turn, you will inspire others to heal and be healed. You recognize that every occurrence in your life offers its own bit of wisdom, if only you are willing to accept it. Instead of worrying about yesterday or tomorrow, you're learning to live in the now and take care of today.

This transit will occur only twice in each 50-year cycle of Chiron. During this time you will become very much aware of your own uniqueness. You feel rebellious now, and you may entertain ideas and plans which you previously thought to be too weird or eccentric. You're drawn to new ideas and are willing to go out on a limb to speak out in favor of alternative methods or lifestyles. You have more than enough charm and charisma now to convince others of your point. This is an excellent time to study or practice metaphysical sciences, examine past-life memories, or try holistic health care. You may even find the opportunity for a new career in one of these fields.

If you've felt stuck in a rut, this transit will surely bring major changes in your life. You must be free to be you now, and you'll let nothing stand in your way, especially if you've not been allowed (or allowed yourself) personal freedom in the past. You need to express yourself your way despite constraints imposed by others. While seeking a more appropriate way to express your uniqueness, you may travel to foreign lands, move residences, or change jobs. Your motto now is "I gotta be me!" You may find yourself detaching from loved ones as you explore your newfound individuality, but the best and truest friends you have will understand and support you, as long as you don't take them for granted and abuse their generosity. Old friends who you haven't seen for years may resurface to play key roles in your life now. You'll have to work harder than usual to form or maintain commitments now, as they will often conflict with your need for freedom.

If childhood wounds have left you with a fear of being yourself, this transit will help break through such blocks. Instead of repeating past mistakes, you can break unhealthy habits and patterns and make necessary changes in your life. The more progress you can make toward these scars, the easier it will be for you when Chiron squares or opposes your natal Uranus in a few years. You may find that you have to choose between sacrificing your integrity and keeping your job or lover, and as a result you may abruptly terminate jobs or relationships on impulse. Get involved in political or social organizations working to change the world for the better. This will help you positively channel your transformative energies. You have the power now to change anything in your life, but you must remember that not everything needs to change. Once you've learned to break the shackles of the past and be yourself, you can also help others do the same.

This transit will occur only twice in each 50-year cycle of Chiron. During this time you will closely re-examine your belief system (especially those parts of it handed down to you by your parents). You realize how your sense of confidence and optimism was stifled as a child. Your interest in religious matters may increase, or you may pursue your own personal spiritual path by exploring metaphysics and holistic health. This is an excellent time to go on a vision quest or pilgrimage of your own. You may have remarkable insights and even spiritual experiences under this transit. As you explore new concepts and ways of living, you'll find that you're increasingly tolerant of different cultures and traditions. You can see how many people can hold very different "truths" without anyone having to be wrong.

Events that occur now may cause you to closely scrutinize the beliefs your parents taught you. You seek more information on ideas that you previously considered too far out to be the truth. This is an excellent time to go to school or travel to broaden your view of the world; the experiences you share with others will help re-shape your belief system. Now is the time to decide what you truly believe. Look within yourself; avoid following a guru or other spiritual leader who seems to have all the answers. The more progress you can make toward healing childhood scars, the easier it will be for you when Chiron squares or opposes your natal Jupiter in a few years.