The "Exact" transit dates and immediately prior to those dates are the times when the energies described will be felt most strongly and when actual events related to the transit are most likely to occur.  Many transits will have three "Exact" dates listed.  This is because the transiting planet goes retrograde (R) and then direct (D) again, causing three "hits."  When this is the case, the issues associated with the transit will surface on the first hit, there will be some progress toward resolving these issues on the second hit, and the third hit will bring final resolution.

Read your transit report over once now to get a general overview of the coming period. Then, as the issues described in this report begin to appear in your life, you can refer back to this report for suggestions on how to best handle the changes that you are experiencing.  Even the worst transit can be a valuable experience if you are fortunate enough to "get" the lesson that it offers.

The readings stress that you are the ultimate decider of your fate.  Astrology can give you a "weather report" on the energies influencing you, but it is up to you to decide how you will react.  Some people can benefit greatly under normally difficult transits because they eagerly meet the challenge head on.  Others will not benefit from the most positive transits because they did not pursue opportunities presented to them. Request a personal reading if you would like to examine your upcoming changes more thoroughly.

Now on to your personal transits report.

Many people and things will disappear from your life at this time.  How this happens will depend on whether you are willing to voluntarily make changes and face truths about yourself and your past.  If you will do so, you will clear a foundation upon which to build a new future, free of the restrictions of the past.  If you will not, you will lose many things that you value--your home, loved ones, job.  You may also encounter power struggles with people who are trying to resist the changes you feel you must make.

You may feel a renewed interest in occult matters at this time.  It is a good idea to pursue these avenues if you are seeking truth and self-discovery.  However, stay away from magic, voodoo or any practices which seek to control or dominate others.  The outcome of any such endeavor would not be positive during this transit.

Events in your life will prompt you to develop greater self-understanding.  Problem areas include corporate affairs, taxes, insurance, divorce settlements and inheritances. If things seem to be crumbling around you, consider it urban renewal.  Be patient; the new strengths that you build on the leveled foundation will be more solid than ever.

You take your role in society very seriously now, and this is an excellent time to ponder your goals and plans for the future.  This is an important turning point in your life, and decisions you make now will greatly affect your success in the years to come.  Use Saturn's influence to become more conscious of your patterns in life.  Instead of being prone to following habits (a rather unconscious state of mind), begin to employ self-discipline (a deliberate step toward taking charge of your life).  Now is a good time to learn the difference between the two.

With Saturn's influence, you can expect to feel rather serious and business-like now.  It is more a time to relax and enjoy a serious book or movie than it is a time to party hardy.  And if you do begin to feel a little glum, remember that the somber effects of this transit, like all things, will pass.  Lighten up and enjoy those you love!

Refrain from making important decisions until this transit has passed because there is a greater danger of miscommunication.  Your viewpoint is limited to your own outlook, and you may not be able to see the bigger picture now.  You are also more pessimistic than usual and may not be able to recognize true opportunities when they come your way.

If you can be aware of this tension between you and others now, you can avoid conflict and work toward a mutually satisfactory resolution of any problems that arise.  Be careful not to allow your thinking to become inflexible.  The purpose of this transit is to prompt you to re-examine ideas and beliefs you have held for years to see if they are still valid to you.

Perhaps it is time to broaden your point of view in certain areas.  The challenges you receive from others will help you do this.  Do not ignore this call to restructure your thinking.  If you do, the upcoming stressful transits of Saturn to your Mercury will be even more difficult times for you.  If you can incorporate necessary changes now, you can save yourself some trouble later.

Problems with authority figures, as well as legal battles, are common with this transit.  It can also indicate illness involving the lungs and organs of speech, such as laryngitis. Be sure to find time to relax and take care of your health during this time.

You feel strongly connected to your past now and recognize the importance of much you have learned earlier in life.  Now is a good time to build constructively upon this past experience to enhance your present life.  Your family may become very important to you, especially your parents.  Feel free to seek the advice of older women relatives, such as your mother.  You can control your emotions when confronted with situations that would normally "push your buttons" and can have pleasant interactions with family members.

At this time you are consciously aware of the mind games that are going on in your relationships.  Now is the time to take control of your emotions and not be manipulated by these games without having to act impulsively and alienate family members and loved ones.  While this transit supplies the ease and opportunity to bring about positive change in relationships, you must take the initiative.

Your view of the world is quite realistic now, and your judgment is better than usual. This is also a good time for activities requiring self-discipline and hard work, such as research and planning.  Business plans should go well, especially in areas such as farming, food and real estate.

During this transit your friends will come to your aid in very practical ways.  You can be very productive working with groups now and are always willing to compromise as long as you are met halfway.  Business dealings will go quite well now, as both parties will honor agreements and deal with each other fairly.  Any differences that arise can be worked out with little or no difficulty.  This is an excellent time to seek the assistance of authority figures or to obtain financial help.  You have a good eye for detail now and will see to it that all bases are covered.

In your love life you are likely to see others more realistically now rather than looking at them through "rose-colored glasses."  If you take on a lover during this transit, chances are there will be a substantial age (or maturity) difference between you.  There will be a teacher-parent quality to your relationships now, even when there is no great age difference between you and your partner.

This transit provides self-discipline that you can easily combine with your creativity. You can accomplish a great deal of creative work now if you will determinedly apply yourself to your projects.  Since Saturn emphasizes what is practical, your creations may be as useful as they are artistic.

Your interest in spiritual, mystical and metaphysical subjects is enhanced now, and you may even have psychic experiences.  New teachers will enter your life now in many forms.  Indeed, you'll find that most everyone you encounter has something to teach you, whether they know it or not.  All of these teachers are human, just as you are, so don't hesitate to question any advice which doesn't seem right.  Now is an excellent time to practice yoga and meditation.

Your appreciation for and love of beauty are increased by this transit, as is your own imagination and creativity.  This is a good time to try out some of your ideas in the arts, music or writing.

You are likely to gain financially under this transit, and you are not likely to spend it quickly and foolishly.  This would be a good time to invest in a new business, expanding an old one, or even in your home.  Depending on whether there are other transits that support this one, you may not experience any real material gain, but will merely feel tranquil and content.  While this transit is considered "lucky," you must provide the incentive to achieve concrete results at this time.

You feel good about yourself and therefore attract others to you.  At this time you feel disposed to offer a shoulder for friends to lean on and to cheer them up if they are depressed.  You feel generous and cooperative, and you could work out any hard feelings with family members now.  This is also a good time to handle legal affairs or to travel.

As with most Jupiter transits, the only danger here is that you will overdo.  Remember, you yourself are only human.  Be reasonable with demands you make on yourself.

You feel optimistic about the future now and are confident that your plans will succeed. This will indeed be the case as long as you don't overlook important details in your enthusiasm.  Don't take on more than you can handle now.  Although your mental energies are high, your over-optimism may lead you to "bite off more than you can chew."

This is a good time to conclude business transactions or firm up agreements to buy or sell something.  You will certainly be pleased with any deals you make now.  This is also a favorable time for writing, teaching or publishing your ideas, or for receiving good press.  Advertising and publicity campaigns will be more effective now.  If you are involved in legal matters during this time, the outcome will be beneficial for you.  This is because you have the self-confidence and the ability to prepare for any conflicts you may encounter.

You will benefit from your communications with others now and may receive good news regarding important matters.  Since you are in a positive frame of mind, you have an inspiring effect on others, who will enjoy your good "vibes" and find you pleasant to be around.  You may experience a renewed interest in spiritual or religious matters, and you will look for the highest meaning behind whatever happens to you during this time.

You will undergo many changes during this time as you broaden your perspective of the universe and begin to seek a deeper meaning to life.  You feel the need to broaden and expand your awareness, and you will make the necessary changes in your life to ensure you have the freedom to express yourself.  You will come to know and understand your own motives and those of others, and your intuitive abilities will be enhanced.  This transit favors religious, scientific, cultural and educational endeavors. It heightens your interest in metaphysical and occult subjects, such as astrology.

It is possible that you will become interested in religious or spiritual groups now.  If you should choose a group which is truly working for the good of all, this could be quite good.  If, on the other hand, you fall in with a group whose leaders abuse their power over their followers, this will only lead to harm.

Those close to you (your family, friends, etc.) who go through the transformative process of this transit with you will also be changed by it.  In this way you can share what you are learning with others.

Your interest in cultural, educational, spiritual or religious matters will increase now, and you may join groups dedicated to the study of these subjects.  Because your ego is low now, you are more inclined to put the needs of others before your own and to feel a sense of satisfaction in helping those in need.  You can see now how selfish pursuit of ego gratification only leads to frustration and disappointment.  Now is a good time to be generous with family members, and to overcome any difficulties between you.  If you are an artist or musician, you will be especially creative now.

The only danger with this transit is that you may become over-optimistic and overlook danger signs around you.  You may feel euphoric and blissful, without much basis in reality.  Although you may feel that nothing can go wrong now, this is seldom the case. Try to mix a little realism with your optimism to avoid unpleasant surprises.

This is not a good time to gamble or make financial investments.  You are likely to look at the deal with rose-colored glasses and be unwilling to see its pitfalls.  You are more of an "easy mark" than usual now because of your heightened sense of compassion. Beware of those who will gladly take advantage of your good nature.

This is an excellent time to travel to or study about foreign lands and cultures.  You'll learn a great deal from those you meet on your journey (or in your classroom) that will help to broaden your view of the world.  During your travels you'll be drawn to the history and artwork of faraway lands, and you may find that you have artistic abilities you've never explored.  If you produce creative works now, they will appeal to everyone, regardless of race or culture.  In the process of exploring the differences between the world's myriad cultures, you'll discover how similar we all really are.  Then you'll return home with a more tolerant and accepting attitude toward your neighbors, as well as a renewed desire to share your new-found knowledge and experience with others.

Events will occur that will teach you to appreciate what you already have in life rather than pining away for what you lack. Your curiosity about metaphysical sciences and holistic health will also increase during this transit, either because of your increased sense of experimentation, or because you seek cures for physical, spiritual or psychological wounds you've found difficult to heal.  You may try such new techniques as meditation, yoga, acupuncture, aromatherapy, homeopathy, healing with crystals or laying on of hands.  It's possible you'll work with others to bring about greater acceptance for these alternative philosophies.  You may even consider a new career in one of these fields.

Now is a time for reviewing what you have accomplished in life and making needed changes in your objectives.  You may doubt yourself strongly now, and things may even seem hopeless at times.  Don't indulge in feelings of guilt and depression, for this would be easy to do now.  Instead, realize that this is not a time of great success and rapid forward movement.  This is a time of stopping to examine the path you are on and changing your life's direction.

You may be forced to drop or reexamine some of your ideals, hopes and dreams as the result of events which cause you to feel discouraged, disappointed and pessimistic. You are more insecure than usual now, and your spirits are low.  Avoid a tendency to become depressed or even paranoid.  Your perspective on reality is being rearranged, and these are necessary steps to disabuse you of your outdated, no longer valid beliefs.

If possible, don't make any important long-term commitments during this time.  Your thinking is not at its clearest.  Your negative outlook on life may lead you to make errors in judgment--because you feel you can't do better, or don't deserve better than what is offered.  After this transit has passed, you will see that the changes you encountered during it were necessary for your growth.  Although it may not appear that way to you now, you are indeed moving forward within yourself.  Manifesting it in the outer world may have to wait until this transit has passed.

Be especially cautious during this time, for physical injuries and illness are common with harsh Saturn-Neptune contacts, especially those which develop slowly and are hard to detect in the earlier stages.  If you have not had a physical check-up for a while, now is a good time to do so.  Avoid alcohol and drugs now, for you are more likely to abuse them.

It is easier for you to plan now because you are clear on what you want from life. Others believe in you because of your honesty and sincerity.  Your sense of determination is high and you can make decisions with conviction.  During this time you are tactful enough to convince others of your point of view, and they are impressed with the extent of your confidence in yourself.  Your sense of optimism is infectious, and others will follow your lead.

You deal with others with integrity now, and for this reason they are more willing to help you out.  You are not operating merely from selfish motivation but have a larger outlook on everything you undertake.  You have an excellent sense of timing now, and you can use this to your advantage in achieving professional goals.  Others will support you because they can see that you have worked hard for what you want and they know you deserve to succeed.  This transit is especially favorable for projects associated with Jupiter, such as education, religion, or foreign cultures.

Legal matters will go favorably for you now.  You feel more like compromising than usual and should be able to successfully arbitrate any legal problems that arise.  Your health is good and you feel physically strong, so now is a good time to engage in your favorite sport.  This transit is also traditionally a good time for women to undergo pregnancy.

Events may occur now which will bring up painful childhood memories, most likely related to sex, death, or money.  Each of these memories is related to a deep wound you still carry from those early years, and they are resurfacing now to allow you to finally get to the root of unhealthy patterns in your life.  This would be a good time to undergo therapy or other consciousness-raising activity that encourages intense self-examination.  Once you've healed these long-time wounds, your relationships (and your sex life) will be much more fulfilling.

Your interest in metaphysical and occult subjects will increase now, as you look for greater meaning behind events which occur.  You may become a believer in karma, as you watch your thoughts and actions come back to you almost immediately through others.  At this time you may feel very powerful and could take on grand tasks, especially when working to bring about social and environmental reform.  If it seems your actions are blocked at times, step back a moment to re-examine your path.  When you're moving in the right direction, things should go very smoothly, just like swimming downstream.

There will undoubtedly be changes in your immediate environment.  Perhaps you will move or remodel your home.  Or you may receive a sudden promotion, job opportunity or chance to travel.  There is a strong element of "luck" in any combination of Jupiter and Uranus.  If you feel like gambling, now's a good time.  Just remember to be practical and cautious with gambling or any speculative investments.  Out-of-the ordinary opportunities will present themselves; it is up to you to wisely choose which ones to invest in and to what extent.

Solving life's problems is simpler now, as you are very mentally alert.  You can more easily grasp new ideas and concepts now, and this allows you to change those previously rigid areas of your life which have held you back.  You may be attracted to movements dedicated to social improvement.  You will not do this in a revolutionary way, but rather with a spirit of genuine concern and giving.  You are likely to make new and exciting friends now or to join groups of like-minded individuals who will be of great assistance to you.  Religious, scientific, occult subjects will attract you.  This is a good time to study or practice astrology.

If you're a student, this is an excellent time to obtain grants and scholarships from religious, cultural and educational organizations.  Whatever the effects of this transit, it will certainly bring changes in your life.  Because of the benevolent nature of the sextile, these changes are likely to be quite fortunate.  Many new doors of opportunity are opening for you.  You must be willing to take the chance and peek through.

Your interest in spiritual, mystical and metaphysical subjects is enhanced now, and you may even have psychic experiences.  New teachers will enter your life now in many forms.  Indeed, you'll find that most everyone you encounter has something to teach you, whether they know it or not.  All of these teachers are human, just as you are, so don't hesitate to question any advice which doesn't seem right.  Now is an excellent time to practice yoga and meditation.

Your appreciation for and love of beauty are increased by this transit, as is your own imagination and creativity.  This is a good time to try out some of your ideas in the arts, music or writing.

You have a tendency at this time to overestimate your capabilities and inflate your ego. You still don't walk on water, so keep your feet on the ground and be realistic in the expectations you place upon yourself.  You truly feel as though you could do everything for everyone now and genuinely want to, but when you take on too many obligations, many of them are left unfulfilled, and many who have relied on you will be disappointed. Take time to appreciate those you love.

Be sure you have the necessary resources (and time) before you make commitments. This is not a good time to take chances, although you may feel like you can't lose.  This transit helps you to find out what your realistic limits truly are and to operate within them.  Avoid "get-rich-quick" schemes; if it sounds too good to be true, it probably is.

Sometimes, this transit indicates a stroke of good luck, such as a windfall or sudden opportunity.  If you should be fortunate enough for this to happen, just be sure you don't spend it as quickly as you receive it.  Also, be careful not to over-indulge in food and drink.

Jupiter will conjoin your Sun only once every 12 years, and this transit indicates the beginning of a new growth cycle.  Now is the time to begin new projects and expand your perspective on life.  People frequently break free from limiting situations at this time and then can proceed to realize their full potential.  This is a good time to invest in sound business transactions.  It is also an excellent time for travel to foreign lands, both for business and for pleasure.

This is an excellent time for education, and you may feel like returning to school now. You truly want to be all you can be, you are eager to learn new things and will absorb information more easily than usual.  You may also meet people in everyday life who teach you a great deal, and your interactions with children will be very rewarding. Whatever the case, you will experience a feeling of renewed freedom.

Like most Jupiter transits, this one brings the danger of overindulgence.  Be careful not to overeat or to overspend during this time.  You will certainly have to "pay the piper" later if you do.  The "good luck" you are experiencing now is not permanent.  Be cautious with your resources now in order to prepare for the inevitable rainy day.

While this is traditionally viewed as a highly benevolent transit (and it usually is), it may be overshadowed by longer-lasting transits that occur around the same time.  If you are experiencing difficult major transits (involving Pluto, Neptune, Uranus or Saturn), this transit will serve as a breather from the tensions they bring.  On the other hand, if this transit occurs during a rash of other beneficial transits, hold onto your hat!

You are more practical than speculative, and you can build a solid future at this time. This is a good time to open a new business or expand your present one.  You have an uncanny ability to lay down plans and then accomplish them methodically and accurately.  You know what you want and are willing to work hard to get it.  This is an excellent time to go job hunting or to ask or a promotion, since you are likely to receive the support of the people who matter.

Some degree of material success is likely during this time, since Saturn represents the material world and Jupiter indicates growth and expansion.  Just be sure that your new success does not limit your personal freedom and growth.  You can learn from your mistakes now.  If you encounter obstacles along your way, pick up and go on.  This is a favorable time for dealings with the law or government agencies.

You feel a deep sense of responsibility toward others and are somewhat protective of those you love.  You must learn to draw the line with needy friends, though. Sometimes the best way to help them is to let them work it out for themselves.  You may feel like being alone during this transit.  It would be a good time to get away by yourself to do your planning and strategizing.  You won't feel lonely at all.

Now is a time for reviewing what you have accomplished in life and making needed changes in your objectives.  You may doubt yourself strongly now, and things may even seem hopeless at times.  Don't indulge in feelings of guilt and depression, for this would be easy to do now.  Instead, realize that this is not a time of great success and rapid forward movement.  This is a time of stopping to examine the path you are on and changing your life's direction.

You may be forced to drop or reexamine some of your ideals, hopes and dreams as the result of events which cause you to feel discouraged, disappointed and pessimistic. You are more insecure than usual now, and your spirits are low.  Avoid a tendency to become depressed or even paranoid.  Your perspective on reality is being rearranged, and these are necessary steps to disabuse you of your outdated, no longer valid beliefs.

If possible, don't make any important long-term commitments during this time.  Your thinking is not at its clearest.  Your negative outlook on life may lead you to make errors in judgment--because you feel you can't do better, or don't deserve better than what is offered.  After this transit has passed, you will see that the changes you encountered during it were necessary for your growth.  Although it may not appear that way to you now, you are indeed moving forward within yourself.  Manifesting it in the outer world may have to wait until this transit has passed.

Be especially cautious during this time, for physical injuries and illness are common with harsh Saturn-Neptune contacts, especially those which develop slowly and are hard to detect in the earlier stages.  If you have not had a physical check-up for a while, now is a good time to do so.  Avoid alcohol and drugs now, for you are more likely to abuse them.

If you are anticipating making a career move or initiating a business deal, now is NOT a good time for it.  Communication with others is difficult, even in your personal life.  In business matters there is great danger of misunderstandings or even intentional deception.  If there is deception involved, you could play either the victim or perpetrator (or both).  If you must make career or business decisions now, be sure you clearly understand the terms of any agreement and insist on getting everything in writing. Avoid any dishonest or suspicious characters, and don't be tempted to gamble on risky (and possibly illegal) investments.  You will be more successful at these ventures if you wait until the effects of this transit have passed.

You may lack energy and enthusiasm now, and you may be expending a great deal of energy worrying so much.  Don't let your simple day-to-day concerns become overwhelming anxieties.  Stay away from people or situations which are overly negative or depressing.  You should especially avoid drugs (including alcohol) during this transit. You will already have enough difficulty clearing your mind when you're sober.  Also, avoid becoming obsessed with strange religious or other beliefs.  This could further obscure your shaky view of reality.

During this time you will experience increased compassion toward others and may even get involved in organizations or movements which work toward improving social conditions.  You feel very nurturing now; just be sure that those you choose to help really want your assistance.  You can understand now that some people have chosen their lot in life to learn to help themselves and cannot be helped for that reason.

This transit can signify the beginning of a new, highly romantic love affair.  This relationship may be so spiritual in nature that sex may not even enter into it.  Once this transit has passed, time will tell if your new love affair can endure the harsh realities of life.  No matter what, such a relationship would contribute a great deal to your spiritual growth.

It is possible that you will seek out people, organizations and movements dedicated to bringing about needed changes in society; at the very least you will be attracted to them.  You can see that these people are setting the stage for the "New Age" when society's attitudes toward its members will be transformed.  Avoid groups which are overly fanatical or militant.  They're actually part of the problem, not a solution.

As you go through your own spiritual transformation during this transit, you must be careful not to "throw the baby out with the bath water."  In other words, learn to recognize what is of value and should be kept and what is not.  Don't institute radical changes just for the sake of change itself.  Also, be sure to remain compassionate to the needs of others while implementing these grand changes in the world around you.

This is an excellent transit for counseling or consciousness-raising study or activities. You need to learn to be guided instead of rushing forth with blind determination. Stubbornness and rigidity will not help now, whether you are working for or against change.  Being a rebel is great, but you must learn not to be selfish about it and to consider the feelings of those who will be affected by it.  Sometimes sudden and abrupt change is worse than none at all.  This transit offers you the opportunity to learn these lessons.

If you are already involved in a satisfying love relationship, you will experience greater depth and understanding with your partner.  You are very sensitive to the needs of others now, and seem to know sometimes what loved ones are feeling sometimes.  You may experience a resurgence of romanticism in your existing relationship.  At this time you can see your partner's beauty more clearly and appreciate it more.

You feel like helping those less fortunate than you, and you may volunteer your assistance to a charity or other worthy cause.  This is also an excellent time to be artistically creative.  If you are an artist, musician or writer, or have any artistic hobby, this is an excellent time to undertake new projects.  You will approach your work more sensitively and with a greater appreciation for the objects you are creating.