Overview

Change is usually a good thing in your life -- it's smart to mix things up and keep yourself on your toes! But today, be very careful that you do not veer too far from your usual routine. Try something new in your fashion or look, but don't go so far into uncharted territory that no one recognizes you! You need to go slow with any transitions you're making right now. Give other people the time to catch up with you before you run off into a whole new direction again.

You may find that your brain gets overridden from time to time, but today you must make sure it gets more votes than any other part of you. It definitely knows what's best and can get the best results.

Money -- and the ways in which you do or don't deal with it -- is a fact of life. But it doesn't have to rule your life. Being realistic about your budget helps you see that and, in fact, gives you more freedom once you know where your financial boundaries are, especially at the week's start. By Wednesday and Thursday, you have some pretty unorthodox realizations about cash, cash flow and ways to make it work for your needs. The weekend is a great time to let yourself dream. Follow your intuition and listen to your heart.

As the New Year dawns, there's a good chance that you are feeling pretty contemplative. On the 1st and 2nd, you're thinking about the past, the present and the future. You're thinking about your relatives, your friends and all the people who haven't been born yet. Yup, you're getting pretty deep. You could even be imagining the world as it could look in 10, 20 or 100 years from now. What about a thousand? What will it look like then? And what's your role in all of this? Right, it's deep stuff. Enjoy this contemplative moment. Your insights now could guide you along entirely new pathways in the future. By the very communicative 6th and 7th, you might wonder if you said too much. Don't worry: You didn't. You're in for a super-planning day on the 13th. Don't dawdle! You need to make some serious plans. Your introspection on the 17th and the 18th could lead you to some very interesting questions about what it is you want in life. Power? Prestige? Tranquility? You should have a couple of great days around the 21st, 22nd and 23rd. Outcomes are looking awfully positive! Worrying isn't fun, but sometimes it is helpful as far as pointing out problem areas. So pay attention on the 28th. Think integrity on the 31st.

Year 2012 Overview

The confusion of 2011 is about to lift as clarity returns in 2012. You've no doubt been through a series of powerful metamorphoses since 2008, when Pluto took possession of your stars for the long haul. You're not even a quarter of the way through the 18-year shedding process that Pluto requires ... and yet you're not the same person you were just a few years ago by any stretch of the imagination. In some ways, you can expect this year to be a long, dramatic pause. You'll be questioning many aspects of your existence, especially your professional life. Mars, the planet of work and action, will be retrograde for the first quarter of the year in your house of higher learning and travel, putting you in a deeply introspective and philosophical mode. During this time, you'll be less inclined to hit the road than you will be to hit the books.

When the eclipse patterns stir up the winds of change for you again in spring and summer, you'll experience some major epiphanies about the new direction you need to take. The new Moon solar eclipse in your work sector brings a fresh approach to the way you go about your daily routine. And then, the full Moon lunar eclipse of June in your dream sector will bring the muse and vision to inspire you to go beyond the known. The total solar eclipse and new Moon in your goal sector in November is the final push to plant radically new seeds. There's no question that you're leaving your old life behind; it's now just a matter of faithfully emerging into the new.

Love is in the air with generous Jupiter in sister Earth sign Taurus, showering your romantic sector until June. The planet of fortune will provide ample opportunities for you to fall in love with someone new - or simply love the one you're with. Pleasure becomes a key theme for the first half of the year, providing a nice balance to your normal dutiful life.

Daily Flirt:

Find a way to let your brain take charge when your body is trying to make bad decisions -- you know it's possible! You may need to get a good friend to help out, though, because things are kind of freaky.

Daily Couples:

A well-connected friend can help you to put together an amazing night for you and your lover. Keep the details under wraps until the date gets closer, then surprise them with your plans.

Daily Singles:

Be available today. Even if your latest squeeze doesn't call, others will. Go with them. You'll meet at least on interesting person who'll lead you to an awesome opportunity, either romantic or work related.

Your brain is your best ally, so use it. Respond with the careful intellectual attention the situation deserves. You have the energetic care to shape decisions without losing sight of crucial considerations.