On 1 February your ruling planet Saturn clashes with Pluto (as it did on 16 November 2009, and will be repeated on 21 August). This is not the time to challenge your boss or ask for a raise. Your efforts to rise up the career ladder may be blocked or delayed. Your struggle for a sense of power and control will not be greeted very kindly. It would be wise to wait for a more opportune time to achieve your goals.

On 7 February Jupiter, forms a helpful link to Pluto when your subtle way of persuasion can improve and transform your lifestyle and the way you view your future. You may finally receive acceptance for you book manuscript that will ultimately change your life forever.

Saturn is currently in Libra and occupies your sector of status, career and how you are seen in the eyes of the world, and will remain this area up until 8 April. Some people achieve their life-long ambitions at this time if they have put in the hard yards and not cut any corners to get there. Some however, lose their position because they refused to follow the rules and do things by the book. Reaping the rewards of your efforts will only happen if you have consistently proven that you are someone who can be relied upon to get the job done. During the retrograde phase (13 January till 30 May) it may become apparent that you have wasted your time and attention to reach the top rung of the ladder because you did not follow your true calling in life. During the direct phase (from 1 until 13 January and again from 30 May until next year) it will be obvious that you are the one who should be in a position of trust and authority.

On 8 April Saturn re-enters Virgo and your sector of travel, higher education, studies and connections to foreign people or places and remains in this area up until 22 July. There can be some onerous responsibilities attached to any of the matters mentioned above. However it can be a time of serious study and the exploration of other cultures that brings a maturity you could not have gained via any other avenue. During the retrograde (backwards) phase (13 January till 30 May) you can consider the alternatives you have to make to gain some life experiences that will lead you towards success. During the direct phase (from 1 until 13 January and again from 30 May until next year), you are able to distinguish between what is real and not real in terms of what you believe in. You will become aware that you are now far more serious and determined than you were just a few short years ago.

On 27 April Saturn opposes Uranus (as it did on 15 September 2009). This will probably create setbacks to any travel plans at this time so it may be wise to postpone such ventures just now. There will be major hiccups to endure if you insist on taking any chances with travel during this month. Someone at a distance may be responsible for the delays you would have to deal with.

On 23 May Jupiter opposes Saturn (and this will be repeated on 17 August. Your thoughts may turn melancholy and reflect in your choices of a distant holiday. You are entitled to enjoy yourself, and the Universe would welcome this with open arms. Any legal problems involving long distant travel may meet with delays, so just try to accept this.

Uranus, the planet of change, currently occupies your sector of communications, siblings, neighbours and short distance travel and remains in this area up until 28 May. You may be able to do some incredible things in the way you express yourself, especially if this involves modern technology, computers, the Internet, aviation or even astrology. Your mind will be eager to learn and your mind will move at an almost electric speed in its attempt to understand any novel ideas. During the retrograde phase (5 July to 6 December) this will give you time to digest all that you are learning and put it into its right perspective. During the direct phase (1 January to 5 July and again 6 December to sometime in 2011) you can take action and make important decisions based on all that has been made available to you in your studies.

On 28 May Uranus enters Aries and your sector of home and family matters and your early upbringing and remains in this area up until 14 August. Home and family matters are rarely of any real stability during this long range transit. Changes can occur suddenly and disrupt your current plans and family arrangements. During the retrograde phase (5 July to 6 December) you may have to deal with some urgent situations on the home front without even blinking. During the direct phase (1 January to 5 July and again 6 December to sometime in 2011) you can take charge of your home and family by creating some exciting changes to this area such as buying electronic equipment, computers and other modern technological items for the home.

On 7 June Jupiter enters Aries and your sector of home and family matters and remains in this area until some time in 2011. This is a wonderful time to move house as you will tend to choose somewhere that is very spacious and gives you a feeling of freedom of movement. You may feel as though you want to live there forever, so choose wisely. Your home and family will become a source of pleasure and happiness.

On 8 June Jupiter forms a close link with Uranus (this aspect is also repeated on 19 September). You may choose to suddenly uproot your home-life and go live in the tropics. Whatever you do will take everyone by surprise, possibly even yourself. The desire to change your whole domestic environment will leave you feeling totally liberated.

On 22 July Saturn re-enters Libra and your sector of status, career and how you are seen in the eyes of the world, and will remain in this area for the next two years. Some people achieve their life-long ambitions at this time if they have put in the hard yards and not cut any corners to get there. Some however, lose their position because they refused to follow the rules and do things by the book. Reaping the rewards of your efforts will only happen if you have consistently proven that you are someone who can be relied upon to get the job done. During the retrograde phase (13 January till 30 May) it may become apparent that you have wasted your time and attention to reach the top rung of the ladder because you did not follow your true calling in life. During the direct phase (from 1 until 13 January and again from 30 May until next year) it will be obvious that you are the one who should be in a position of trust and authority.

On 25 July Jupiter clashes with Pluto (and will be repeated again on 3 August). Your desire to re-invent yourself may meet with competition and rivalry. You may have to adjust your intentions due to pressure from within your family. Stand your ground, be fair, be truthful and your aims will achieve significant breakthroughs. Should you be thwarted in your attempts, then just wait it out for the moment.

On 27 July Saturn opposes Uranus (as it did on 27 April). This will probably create setbacks to any travel plans at this time so it may be wise to postpone such ventures just now. There will be major hiccups to endure if you insist on taking any chances with travel during this month. Someone at a distance may be responsible for the delays you would have to deal with.

On 3 August Jupiter clashes with Pluto (as it did on 25 July). Your desire to re-invent yourself may meet with competition and rivalry. You may have to adjust your intentions due to pressure from within your family. Stand your ground, be fair, be truthful and your aims will achieve significant breakthroughs. Should you be thwarted in your attempts, then just wait it out for the moment.

On 14 August Uranus re-enters Pisces and your sector of communications, siblings, neighbours and short distance travel and remains in this area up until early 2011. You may be able to do some incredible things in the way you express yourself, especially if this involves modern technology, computers, the Internet, aviation or even astrology. Your mind will be eager to learn and your mind will move at an almost electric speed in its attempt to understand any novel ideas. During the retrograde phase (5 July to 6 December) this will give you time to digest all that you are learning and put it into its right perspective. During the direct phase (1 January to 5 July and again 6 December to sometime in 2011) you can take action and make important decisions based on all that has been made available to you in your studies.

On 17 August Jupiter opposes Saturn (as it did on 23 May). However, this time it is involving different signs and sectors. Your career aims may be under pressure due to family obligations. It is not always an easy choice to make, but you will eventually know which is the right way to go that pleases everyone in the long run.

On 21 August Saturn clashes with Pluto (as it did on 1 February). This is not the time to challenge your boss or ask for a raise. Your efforts to rise up the career ladder may be blocked or delayed. Your struggle for a sense of power and control will not be greeted very kindly. It would be wise to wait for a more opportune time to achieve your goals.

On 9 September Jupiter re-enters Pisces and your sector of communications, siblings, neighbours and short distance travel and remains in this area until some time in 2011. This is the perfect time to express yourself, especially verbally or in writing. You could also take up some studies that lead to future progress in your career. You could write that novel you have previously started or become a freelance writer for a magazine.

On 19 September Jupiter forms a close alliance with Uranus (as it did on 8 June). You may choose to suddenly uproot your home-life and go live in the tropics. Whatever you do will take everyone by surprise, possibly even yourself. The desire to change your whole domestic environment will leave you feeling totally liberated.

Neptune the planet of mystery, will continue to occupy your sector of income, earnings and the things you value. Whilst you may earn a living doing things like writing poetry, art, sign-writing, or via music and/or films, it will also heighten your imagination to an incredible degree. Your powers of perception will seem to magically appear just when you need them. However be alert not to be misguided by those who do not have your best interests at heart. During the retrograde phase (31 May to 7 November) your intuition may lessen and you wonder if you are on the wrong track, at least in your mind. During the direct phase (1 January to 31 May and again from 7 November till sometime next year) you will be left with no doubt about what is your true destiny.

Pluto, the transformer of the zodiac will now occupy your own sign and sector of self and how you relate to others. Your image, how you dress and the way in which you present yourself can undergo a transformation of significant proportions. You may change your hairstyle, looks and give a very powerful impression if you wish to. You may take more control of your life and pursue your goals with relentless enthusiasm. During the retrograde phase (6 April to 14 September) it may take some time and many adjustments to swallow all of the changes going on internally and externally. During the direct phase (1 January to 6 April and again from 14 September till sometime next year) you will notice that the new you is far more in control of, and passionate about your life than hitherto experienced.