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Annual Outlook for 2008
by Joey Yap
Rat (1948, 1960, 1972, 1984, 1996)
When the Earth Rat year starts in the spring of 2008, those born in the Year
of the Rat fall into the category of those who Offend the Grand Duke . This is not
necessarily bad, but Rats need to be slightly more cautious and watch their actions this year.
A traditional way to deal with this situation is to hold joyous celebrations, which will help
usher in positive vibes. Otherwise, you should stay active by traveling, moving or renovating
house, going on a business trip or transferring departments. this also generates positive vibes
to counter the Grand Duke force.
Ox (1949, 1961, 1973, 1985, 1997)
In 2008, Ox people are in an interesting situation - Liu Nian combines with your year
of birth, resulting in the Rat Ox Combination . This signifies great support from
Noble People and a generally positive and stable climate. However, any experienced
astrologist will tell you that not all Ox people will gain from this combination . about 70%
will benefit from this Grand Duke Combination while the remaining 30% will have
similar luck to those who clash with the Grand Duke . Therefore, we need to take a
closer look at the positive and negative stars in this year.
Tiger (1950, 1962, 1974, 1986, 1998)
In the previous year, the Tiger combined with the Grand Duke , resulting in a year that
was rather good despite many changes in circumstance. This year, the Sky Horse Star
will carry this changeability forward, and you will have the opportunity to travel abroad on
business. This will be true even if your job usually does not involve travel. For the frequent
traveler, be ready to pack your bags even more often! This travel bug bites even young Tigers,
so if you are still studying, you could be offered the opportunity to study abroad. However,
traveling Tigers need to be on the lookout for the unexpected.
Rabbit
(1951, 1963, 1975, 1987, 1999)
In 2008, the current year and the earthly branches of the Rabbit meet, resulting in a
Punishment Formation Against the Grand Duke . This situation is akin to a clash
with the Grand Duke, but with less negative influences. Usually, personal relationships
will suffer under these circumstances, most likely through miscommunications or
misunderstandings. If you are married, both you and your spouse will be testy with each
other, and the relationship remains stagnant.
Dragon (1940,
1952, 1964, 1976, 1988, 2000)
In 2008, Dragons have two auspicious stars pitted against five negative stars. This will result
in an average year overall. However, it is not all lukewarm news for you. If you are involved
in the creative line, the Heavenly Nobleman Star will support you, providing help
from Noble People . all obstacles will be easily overcome this way. Keep in mind that the five
negative stars in your Life Palace may affect you or your family's health, so pay more
attention to elderly family members this year.
Snake (1941,
1953, 1965, 1977, 1989, 2001)
Snakes went through a tough time in 2007 because of a clash with the Grand Duke .
This year, the suffering dissipates, and you face a cheerier time with much more stable overall
luck. You will be able take part in celebrations and joyful occasions with full-hearted zest,
and maybe you will even plan a few celebrations yourself!
Horse (1930, 1942, 1954, 1966, 1978, 1990, 2002)
Brace yourself for a challenging year, because a clash with the Grand Duke signals
trouble ahead. Horses, you should not make any drastic changes in career, relationships or
wealth in 2008. This includes relocation, career change, getting married and major surgery
. all strict no-no's! This is especially true because of the long line-up of negative stars in your
celestial path, which include the Year Breaker, Lan Gan , Tian Chu , Sky Cry ( Tian Ku) and Calamity Sha (Zai Sha) stars. It is traditionally believed that this
negativity can be lessened by holding a big celebration, so perhaps you may want to plan a
big bash early in the year.
Goat (1943, 1955, 1967, 1979, 1991, 2003)
The Rat Year presents minor challenges for Goats stemming from a clash with the Grand
Duke . This clash will particularly affect relationships, so be ready to go through some
rough patches. Not to worry, however, because there are positive developments in store because
you have good stars in the form of the Dragon Virtue Star and Emperor Star ,
both powerful Nobleman stars , protecting your career and wealth aspects. With these
stars, you have the golden touch with career and wealth. You do not have to worry about your
mistakes, because they will be insignificant, and it will all turn to gold eventually!
Monkey
(1944, 1956, 1968, 1980, 1992, 2004)
Monkeys, this promises to be a smooth year ahead because your Life Palace combines with the
Grand Duke in 2008! Additionally, you will receive help in your endeavours because
Noble People will turn up when you need them the most. Altogether, this will to push
your career up to the next level, and if you run your own business, you will find that new
horizons open up. There will be several good opportunities to start a new project too.
Rooster
(1945, 1957, 1969, 1981, 1993, 2005)
Roosters, this is your year to shine! A stellar line-up of auspicious stars in your Life Palace
this year are set to work their magic on your life, so sit back and enjoy the ride in 2008.
Among these stars is the powerful Heavenly Virtue Star . With this star in your celestial
path, situations that are stale or unhealthy somehow turn to good, and there is always a
positive end to matters, no matter how dire the circumstance.
Dog
(1946, 1958, 1970, 1982, 1994, 2006)
For Dogs, 2008 will be defined by difficult beginnings that somehow turn into sweet endings.
Negative stars abound in the Dog Palace this year, but, luckily, the auspicious Sky Relief Star
ensures that all will end acceptably well. Keep in mind, however, that you will have
to be patient and persevering to make sure all things resolve properly. This experience will be
valuable for Dogs, because through this, you will learn the importance of self-realisation.
Pig
(1947, 1959, 1971, 1983, 1995, 2007)
You had a tough time getting through the previous year because it was a self-punishment
year. In 2008, the situation is much improved, though you may find that it is not as smooth
going as you would like. The bad news is, there are no positive stars in your Life Palace, which
means that your forecast is derived from the stars of the opposite palace.
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