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Astrology Reading for Roger Smith

Hello Roger,

Welcome to your special written astrology consultation! This is just like getting a live reading, except that it's written down so that you can read it at your leisure and refer back to it whenever you wish. This report has been completely written by me, Wendy Guy, and was not generated by a computer program. That means it has been specifically created just for you and is completely unique—just like you. Another advantage of having a written reading, instead of a live conversation, is the visual element. I think you'll enjoy the images I've woven into the text, which give your reading an extra visual dimension.

It's not always possible to predict exactly how planetary influences will manifest, so I like to suggest a variety of possibilities and alternatives that you might notice or experiment with. Please remember that these interpretations are only trends and show potential ways that the planetary energies could manifest. Free will is always a strong factor, no matter what the planets are doing. Information should be taken in the spirit of education and entertainment, which is intended to provide food for thought, ideas and insight.

Please feel free to contact me if you have any questions or comments.

 

Table of Contents

Your Natal Chart    2

Water and Air – Emotion and Intellect    3

Overall Themes for 2010-2011    4

Family and Home    5

Withdrawn, Reserved or Introspective    6

Retreat and Re-emergence or Reaction    7

Finances, Investments, Purchases and Possessions    8

High and Low Energy Levels    9

Self and Personal Growth    9

The Big Picture Perspective    9

Understanding the Deeper Reasons    10

Positive Liberating Outlook    10

Final Thoughts    11

Your Natal Chart

I'll begin by talking a bit about your natal or birth chart. This is like a "blueprint" of your natural abilities, potential and challenges that colour and shape who you are.

You're a "Cancer" which means the Sun was in the sign of Cancer when you were born. Although your Sun sign is "technically" Cancer, it's so close to Leo that it's almost a mere technicality. We call this "being born on the cusp" between two signs. This means you will have characteristics of both Cancer (warm, caring, sensitive) and Leo (enthusiastic, dramatic, creative).

You also have other planets in both signs and this reinforces the dualistic energies of Cancer/Leo. In Cancer you have the Moon and Mercury, which are more "personal" planetary energies that involve your personality and identity. On the other hand, the other planets in Leo are more "trans-personal" or involving your greater potential. Therefore, regardless of which side of the fence the Sun happens to be leaning, you still have a very strong Cancer side of your personality and it is likely to be somewhat stronger than the Leo side.

When you were born, the sign of Aquarius was rising on the eastern horizon. The rising sign or Ascendant is the personality or face you show to the world, although this isn't necessarily how you see or experience yourself inside, which is the Sun sign. The rising sign tends to be what others notice about you first before they have a chance to get to know you.

Water and Air – Emotion and Intellect

Cancer, the Crab, is associated with the element of Water. This shows you are very sensitive and caring, as well as wanting others to be sensitive and caring toward you. Your home is very important to you, since it provides a sense of support and refuge when life gets crazy (as it does for all of us). As a Cancer, you are rooted in emotions; that is to say, you are affected emotionally and on a very personal level when life gets "active" (good or bad). In order to feel safe and strong inside, you need a sense of security, stability and a strong sense of belonging. The fact that the Moon is in Cancer in your chart really underscores these qualities, because the Moon rules the sign of Cancer and is strengthened when it happens to be in that sign.

By contrast, Aquarius rising is almost the opposite. Aquarius is symbolized by the Water Bearer. Although many people think this means it's a Water sign, it's actually associated with the element of Air. This means you can be a bit detached, intellectual and focused "out there" in the world. Aquarians tend to be visionaries—they easily see things in the world that fall short of the ideal, and they usually have a pretty strong idea of what a better—and usually very different—alternative would be. As a result, they often go against the grain in order to "right the wrongs" or at least to resist the forces that they feel are not in their best interests.

Cancer and Aquarius is a curious combination of energies! It shows you as being a very sensitive, feeling person on the inside, while appearing somewhat detached, cool or even a bit aloof on the outside. You show yourself to the world as objective, cerebral and worldly (Aquarius), yet inside you need a place to belong where you can feather your nest and have your personal needs met (Cancer). When you first meet people, they will tend to see you as Aquarius, but as they get to know you better they start to see the sensitive Cancerian soul that lives inside.

That Aquarius detachment and vision can also act as a good counter-balance to such a strong emotional nature. It can help you to avoid being either too lost in feelings or overly detached from them. When this balance is working well, it provides an effective protective mechanism from being easily hurt or emotionally overwhelmed.

Overall Themes for 2010-2011

I'm seeing strong activity in a number of areas of your life for the year ahead. Some of these have already begun and others will become more active later this year and into next year. There are a number of methods used in astrology to determine these forecasting patterns. The most common is called "transits" which compares where the planets are now to where they were when you were born. To simplify things, I'll generally refer to all of the forecasting information as "transits," but feel free to ask me about details if you're curious.

Family and Home

One theme is around home and family, which includes both your family-of-origin and the family you create or adopt as an adult. Your transits suggest there's been a bit of a struggle brewing in this area, as well as opportunities for stabilization and improvement. These trends likely began in 2009 and are continuing to evolve and play out over this coming year.

Finances, Purchases and Investments

Another theme revolves around finances, investments, purchases and possessions. There is an indication that some caution or practical focus may be necessary, or simply wise, over the next couple of years. However, there are also indications of improvement or a more carefree approach to money as well.

Health

Another theme is health and health care. There are suggestions that you may need to be aware of potential limitations or adjustments in the area of health. This might come in the form of health problems, or simply making adjustments to meet your body's changing needs.

Personal Growth

One more theme involves a shift in how you approach life, social interaction and your philosophy of life. This may create a shift in your relationships and how you interact with the world.

Family and Home

Your chart suggests that, starting around the summer of 2009, you began dealing with issues about belonging, family, home and emotional security. For example, it might have become more important to take on an increasingly central, accepted or solid role with your wife's family. At that time, there were likely opportunities to do this, or you might have found it easier to respond to others' wishes or expectations for you to become more involved with family life.

Alternatively, you might have felt some struggle or conflict around this theme at that time, which required you to take on a more serious or pragmatic role with the family. Or, this might have centered around your physical residence, where you might have done more work around the house (e.g. repairs or construction projects).

This focus came back again this past year (2010) and is about to get active again at the end of this year and the beginning of 2011—only this time, there is likely to be more of an edge of necessity to it or you might be dealing directly with some of the more challenging issues. Whereas you had some opportunities and resources for this in 2009 (and possibly earlier in 2010), this December/January recurrence might come about because you have little choice about it or because the time is now ripe for you to deal with a deeper level of the situation.

For example, you might find the house needing work or repair because you've discovered damage of some kind, or because the preparation or foundation work has now been done. Or, if it manifests around family, you might find that latent conflicts of interest arise and can't be simply smoothed away or tactfully avoided anymore. Or, your connection to family might be pruned back for some reason, where you're unable to see them as much until late spring 2011.

Withdrawn, Reserved or Introspective

In terms of family or emotional connection, you might have pulled back a bit in early 2010 and become a bit more detached or distant. This might be as simple as taking things more lightly and not getting as emotionally tangled up in problems or "family dramas." On the other hand, perhaps you felt the need to pull back emotionally to protect yourself, or even retreating from disappointment or sadness about something. Or, you might just be feeling introspective and needing some quiet in which to reflect and process experiences.

It's possible that you could be feeling a bit "triggered" into old feelings from the past through the family or home situation; for instance, shying away from something in the present that reminds you of a painful situation in the past. You may or may not be aware of this on a conscious level. If it is unconscious, it could come out in physical stress or low energy for a while—possibly in February, October and December of 2011 (more about health possibilities below).

This mental or emotional state of being a bit detached or reserved is likely to continue until early spring of 2012. It won't necessarily feel the same throughout that time, but may evolve throughout that time.

That said, I'm also seeing a possible shift around March 2011, when you may start to feel it's okay to come out of the shadows a bit and be more interactive or emotionally connected. You might feel up to dealing with the outside world a bit better then. Alternatively—especially if you've retreated out of self-protection or self-soothing—it's possible that retreat might not be a realistic option anymore and you will simply have to "face the music," or you're forced to deal with whatever you're trying to protect yourself from.

In any case, March is likely to be a lively month, which might have some obstacles to overcome, probably in the areas of feelings, family or health. March could also see increased energy, spirit and confidence to see you through it all, in addition to possibly bringing improvements in finances and material security. And by April, your energy and assertiveness will probably be fully back or at least on the upswing.

All of this is very likely to involve situations and issues to do with family, home and your emotional mood. It will be very helpful for you to do whatever is necessary to keep yourself feeling safe, stable and having healthy boundaries with anyone you're having struggles with or feeling conflicted about. This can help you avoid getting caught in an emotional "fight or flight" syndrome.

Retreat and Re-emergence or Reaction

The first half (approximately) of 2011 could be somewhat challenging, with problems or changes in the area of family and home beginning with the Solar Eclipse in early January. This is not likely to raise new issues, as such, but more likely to revisit something you've been wrestling with since the summer of 2009. Nevertheless, this time could become a focal point for challenges in these areas that unfold over the next several months.

The issues associated with this Eclipse energy could focus on whatever motivated or "triggered" the emotional reserve I mentioned earlier. There is an indication that you might feel somewhat withdrawn in January, or perhaps become very introspective and quiet, and then come out of your hiding to some extent in early February or March.

Amid the need to get away from a stressful or hectic pace in early January, you may find a sense of ease, joy, satisfaction or renewed optimism by giving yourself a bit of space or distance during that time. It might also help any tension you're experiencing with others, if only because you could recharge your batteries and get centred and grounded again, as well as helping to short-circuit any mounting tension before it becomes overwhelming.

In any case your re-emergence, beginning in February, could be the result of feeling refreshed and invigorated—or it might also be because you are moved to action or assertiveness by some problem or conflict that arises at that time which you then react to. Whatever the reason, your energy level is likely to rise at this time, whether due to recovery, reaction or the need to take action.

Another turning point in this process comes in July 2011 which brings a final push to resolve issues in the area of family and/or home. This turning point could focus on your relationship with your children or on the need to clarify your own identity or role within your family. This might require saying some difficult or controversial things that you've avoided saying due to not wanting to hurt others' feelings nor wanting them to hurt yours. It's wise to choose your words carefully, finding the right balance between not saying enough and speaking a bit too bluntly.

Finances, Investments, Purchases and Possessions

I'm seeing a number of different influences around finances this coming year. On one hand, you may need to start working more closely with a new budget. You might also find it's time to rethink some of your investments or insurance coverage for greater long-term stability. This need for change in your approach is likely to last until the end of 2013. (Much of this timing depends on the accuracy of the birth time I'm using.)

There's a chance that this change in your approach could arise as a result of some financial complications—possibly as a result of a large purchase?—which reduces or limits your cash flow. Peak times when this is likely to be in the foreground are Oct/Nov 2010, May 2011 and July 2011.

However, there are also other indications that your finances could improve or your attitude might become more relaxed during this time. This is likely to begin around March 2011 and continue through the spring. In March especially, you might find cash flow is easier to come by, or you might decide it's time to make some major purchases. This could also be the case in May, when you might find you are dazzled by the prospect of getting or giving valuables, especially with loved ones.

During the spring, especially April, you could also find that investments or insurance issues are affecting your income or cash flow, or your cash flow might influence your decisions about investments or insurance. Another possibility at this time is that health might also become a focus. Finances and health concerns could occur independently, or it's possible that health concerns might emphasize a need to make some firm decisions about finances, possessions, material security and/or resources.

As a result, by March 2011 you might feel a bit pulled in two different directions. One part of you may feel it's important to be cautious, disciplined and practical. At the same time, another part of you could feel the urge to spend or might see opportunities to increase your cash flow. On the other hand, you could simply feel more optimistic and relaxed in your approach to money. Just be careful not to let one impulse usurp or sabotage the others!

High and Low Energy Levels

There are some indications that you might have to deal with some health-related issues off and on over the coming year. For example, you could go through times when your physical energy feels a bit low. You might feel stressed due to frustration that affects your body. Or you could become very sensitive to the stress, upset or unhappiness of others, and your empathy may be affected and expressed in your own physical complications.

From December 2010 until the following September, there are times when you may experience low energy, physically or mentally or both. In particular, December, January, March and September could be times when this occurs. Low energy could be affected by feeling discouraged, sad or emotionally a bit flat—or you might feel a bit flat because of having low physical energy. It's the old chicken and egg situation!

If this happens, it may help to indulge in some quality cuddle time with loved ones, which can restore your emotional well-being. Take time out to indulge yourself in the things that bring you joy. Give yourself a bit of space or distance to recharge your batteries. Your Inner Child might be feeling the need for some reassurance, connection or quiet time. On a more practical level, low energy could simply coincide with times when you need to recuperate after travelling, to bring your brain and body back into sync.

In January and March, you may experience a counterbalancing energy that lifts you up and helps you see beyond whatever limitations, frustration or malaise you might be feeling. If you can consciously and deliberately tap into that energy, it can potentially bring a sense of liberation, confidence, optimism, and refresh your sense of humour. This might even manifest as a healthy dose of rebellion and defiance in the face of any tension, stress or heavy expectations.

This is especially true around March (give or take a month), when there will be a lot of positive counterbalancing energy to offset any struggles, setbacks or melancholy you might be experiencing. Physically there is the potential to help you feel stronger and to stabilize any health problems you might have been going through.

Overall, it's a good time to do whatever you need to do to take care of yourself when you're not feeling "up to snuff," and to revel in and take advantage of the upswing of energy, opportunities and possibilities while they're there.

Self and Personal Growth

As I described at the beginning of this report, your personality is a curious combination of sensitive and detached; caring and objective; emotional and cerebral; Cancer and Aquarius. The way you see yourself inside is the former, while outside you tend to come across as the latter.

Starting back in February 2010, your Aquarius side became more pronounced. You moved into a 2+ year phase of your life where your "inside" is more like your "outside." In other words, your emotional state is somewhat more objective, detached and analytic than usually. This also shows a shift in the way you experience and integrate that side of yourself within the whole of who you are, which unfolds throughout this year and next year.

The Big Picture Perspective

At the extreme, this influence suggests you could sometimes be somewhat distant, impersonal, dispassionate or even a bit disconnected. On the other hand, this could also make you feel inspired by a vision of future possibilities or improvements to the world around you. This inspiration seems to promise exciting change if you can just think far enough "outside the box" in order to embrace something truly different and unique. However, this might also put you at odds with those around you, to some extent. As a result, this detachment could initially feel more like being isolated, at odds with your environment or being "on the outside looking in."

This is likely to change somewhat in March 2011, when you could become more inclined or able to connect with others. This may not come so much from an emotional need for bonding or empathy, so much as from a desire to share your vision and ideas. You might feel the urge to connect with others through your intuitive or inspired sense of the "bigger picture"—and in fact, this broad perspective might be what gives you the space or detachment you need to help avoid entanglements with other people's dramas, problems, conflicts or issues.

This is bound to have implications in your personal growth and how you experience life, in both a positive and challenging way. On the plus side, it can be a benefit if you tend to get overly affected by or involved in the dramas around you (e.g. family, friends or even community politics). It can help you balance your basic Cancerian nature of feeling things very deeply (even though you may not show this a lot, given your Aquarius Ascendant).

On the down side, this objective frame of mind could also make you less emotionally available. This could be a bit frustrating for those close to you, if they're used to being able to connect with you on a more personal, intimate level. If this happens, it will probably be helpful to stay communicative about what you're experiencing, thinking and moved by, even if you aren't able to reach back emotionally, as such.

Understanding the Deeper Reasons

Astrological influences typically only reflect changes that go on inside of us. That is, they don't create it out of nothing. Rather, there is something inside us that is ready to shift psychologically, and the planetary movements reflect this pattern.

So, if you do find yourself pulling back, wanting to withdraw and becoming disconnected, or feeling disinterested in parts of your life that you were previously engaged in—it would be helpful for you to understand on other levels what's happening inside you that's fuelling this shift.

On the positive side, it might simply be a change where you are better able to avoid emotional enmeshment with outside influences that aren't in your best interest. On the other hand, it might also signify internalized discontent or discord that has developed and should be addressed and deal with. It could also have a physical health factor that would benefit from a check-up with your doctor.

Only you can decide if either of these effects feels right to you, or if neither feels right. My suggestion is to listen to the feedback from others, as well as your own intuition, and figure out what is valid for you and what isn't.

Positive Liberating Outlook

Whatever the underlying reasons for the shift, it is likely to bring a sense of well-being, relief or rejuvenation. Starting in May/June of 2010, again in August/September, and then again in January through March of 2011, your sense of self, identity and vitality receive uplifting and stimulating energy that can ease or even conquer any discomfort that occurs with the detachment or reserve I discussed above.

This can bring a sense of delight, fun and devilish good humour. It may amplify your ability to recognize and laugh about the absurd. It can allow you to see beyond the obstacles or problems and "lighten up." You might feel the urge to break out of your usual routine and sprint away from arduous points of view in a carefree or even rebellious, defiant way. If you feel weighed down lately by heavy expectations, tight restrictions or arbitrary roles, this energy could either liberate you from these situations or just allow you to feel free within your own mind in spite of them.

Final Thoughts

There seems to be an important shift happening in your psyche and in your life that is about loosening your involvement with the world around you. This could be a healthy development that enables you to be liberated from unhealthy attachments. Or, it might be a reaction to your environment to compensate for stress you're feeling, and may therefore need to be rebalanced later. Either way, the lesson is probably one of learning to be free, calm and joyful regardless of what struggles, stresses, excitement or challenges you might experience in your environment, body, feelings or connections with others. The challenge is how to become detached without being disconnected.

This evolution could come about through family relationships, home environment, health challenges and/or changing financial priorities. Whether one begets another or if they are independent situations that coincide, these areas are likely to be somewhat synchronized in their highs, lows and overall changes. It seems you have a very experiential, existential and evolutionary year ahead!

Please feel free to email me if you have any questions or need for clarification. And I hope you will stay in touch and let me know how it all unfolds! :-)

Warm regards,

Wendy Guy

1 November 2010

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