SUN THROUGH THE HOUSES IN THE SOLAR RETURN

By Brenda Black, Astrologer

Sun in 1st – This is a time to do something for you. You have a project in mind and this is the time to explore your talents and limitations to assess the feasibility of your project. This is an achievement-oriented year. If you start something career-wise this year, it will grow and blossom next year when you receive recognition for your work. If you feel you are being held back by a restrictive relationship, you will have the courage to leave it and go it alone. You project a charismatic and confi dent self-image. Your efforts are successful and you may assume a position of leadership. You have good health this year.

Sun in 2nd – This is a time to capitalize on any opportunity that comes your way. Start a training course, which refi nes your natural gifts into marketable skills. You are reassessing your self worth and may feel underpaid and ready to something to change that situation. Putting your finances in order and budgeting your money will be a big thing this year. There are things you can do to prepare for a salary increase next year. You may come into possession of valuable goods. There is growth in income and savings.

Sun in 3rd – This is a year for developing and enhancing communication skills. Your mind is active – it is a good time to study, read and write. You may purchase a computer or a new automobile. The speed of life accelerates and you will feel restless with a

constant need for activity. You might start studying something that pushes you to think in a different way. There is a possible change of residence that pushes you to explore your new neighborhood. For a few of us, the Sun in the third house may indicate depression and there may be a domestic problem to resolve. This also indicates a year that may highlight relationships with neighbors and siblings.

Sun in 4th – Great personal growth may be experienced in regards to home, family, parents and spiritual direction. Finding a physical, emotional and spiritual home or niche is the goal for this year. You want to find a place where you feel warm, protected and are provided with emotional support. Your role in the family is a focus and you may bring honor to them. On the other hand, some may feel this is a time to leave an unsatisfactory relationship in the home in order to find peace and security. Things from the past come to the surface in order for you to reassess and understand them more fully.

Sun in the 5th – You know who you are and have a stronger-than-usual urge for expression. This is a wonderful position for those who have been compromised in the past and now feel the need to be more assertive. You take pride in yourself and your motto for this year is “to thine ownself be true”. Play is an essential part of our self-discovery this year. There is a strong involvement with children and a good possibility of a new love coming into your life. You feel more vital and alive and will glow with energy and excitement. You may also take more risks in speculation this year. Attend parties.

Sun in the 6th – This year is likely to bring your day-to-day work and routines into focus. It is a time when you are looking at your working life with scrutiny. You may be looking for a new job that has purpose and meaning. You may have a complete change in life-style so that the whole rhythm of life is altered. Pay attention to what your body is telling you, whether that’s a need for certain foods or liquids or rest or exercise. If you ignore your body’s warnings this year you may have new or continuing health problems. Service given to or received from others is highly appreciated. You may be given a job promotion; however, it requires hard work on your part.

Sun in the 7th – You are more interested in relating to others, and possibly that someone special, than working alone. This is not a time to do things on your own. Your energy is focused on learning something about yourself through others. It is a good year for marriage, counseling or legal interaction. For some there may be open confl ict with others. An old and useless relationship might end so a new rewarding one can form. You want to come out into the world, be more public and noticed. This year favors socializing, and there could be a social upswing in your status among others.

Sun in the 8th – This is a year of tremendous change. You may change your lifestyle completely. The whole purpose of this year is to gain power over yourself and your life. Some may receive a windfall at this time, which changes your life. You may have experiences with gifts, insurance, grants, scholarships, loans and your partner may come into money this year. You get a greater sense of your own strength and potential and gain a new faith in yourself. You may decide to end a matter some time this year.

Sun in the 9th – You become conscious of the principles by which you live your life and begin to reassess your own philosophy of life. You may become deeply interested in a new subject that alters your perspective and changes the way you think. You have a new optimism and are eager to take on fresh opportunities and new interests. Travel is highlighted. It favors a second marriage and court cases turn out to be in your favor. You may decide to continue or complete your education in order to step up in your career.

Sun in the 10th – You may make major career decision this year. This is a good time to push for advancement and work towards greater career fulfillment. You have more control over your professional life and life direction. You do well as a supervisor this year. Your interest in learning and mastering effective business techniques this year will help you improve your chances for success. This year favors relationships with your father, employer or any superior of any kind. There could be a change in social status such as marriage, retirement or becoming a parent. This is the year when you become conscious of your true vocation in life and find a new purpose in the world.

Sun in the 11th – This year energy and attention are focused on issues concerning a wider social circle. You need the support of a group to enhance your identity. You want to become part of something that is moving toward a better future. A power play may emerge in a group setting and this year you will come out the winner. You are evaluating your friendships this year and may discard friends who do not treat you well. You may also have an increase in income from your profession this year.

Sun in the 12th – This is a behind the scenes year for you. You feel more inward-looking this year and will want to retreat from the world and enjoy your solitude. It is the end of a cycle and you have reached the conclusion of a particular phase of life. There is a need to give something up in order to move on and the seed of a new cycle begins to grow. Light is thrown on unfinished business and you will need to clear up any loose ends. This year favors charity and volunteer work. It is the time to work on your psychic development and practice meditation. You will want to work by yourself this year.

References:

Planets in Solar Returns by Mary Fortier Shea

The New Solar Return Book of Prediction by Raymond Merriman

Pathways to Success by Gayle Geffner