How to find your number
To determine your number for 2004, add your birth month (exam: April = 4), to the day of your birth and add the number 6 (representing 2+0+0+4=6). If your total is a double-digit number, add it together until you have only one number between 1 and 9. To find the number for 2004, a person whose birthday is May 20 would add 5 + 20 + 6 =31. 3+1=4. For this column, the person’s personal number will be 4 throughout the year.


OVERVIEW FOR 2004

1 �?The year presents the beginning of a new cycle of growth, including leadership potential, a new career path, or lifestyle shift. The focus is on your individuality and expanding awareness, courage, stamina, and determination. Plant seeds for the future and network with others. Express your ideas and stand up for what you believe in, but don’t forget to give others the dignity of their input. Pay attention to inner guidance and discern the voice of wisdom from impulsiveness. If you feel headstrong and defensive, you are being pulled by the ego. When you open your mind to possibilities and are willing to wait, and listen to criticism without defense, then you are probably tuning in to your higher mind and can rely on its promptings. This is a year of character building and growth. The focus is forward, so finish up past loose ends, and by September there should be a significant shift in circumstances or attitude.

2 �?Last year you planted new seeds. Now they are germinating. This year is about gathering data and exhibiting patience as things may feel inconclusive or require more time and attention to detail. It is a pregnant year, either literally or figuratively. The quality of what you take into your system affects the caliber of what you feel and express…so monitor thoughts, food, and the types of relationships you attract. Focus on what is good in life, rather than dwelling on your shortcomings. It’s important to choose supportive partnerships and to understand the importance of boundaries. Develop stronger faith, and pay attention to the many clues that are presented to guide you forward. There can be sudden events that bring you together or split you apart from another, but also a time of subtleties, so stay tuned in order to pick up signals that direct you to choices that enhance your well-being.

3 - This is a year in which to express yourself creatively. Find outlets for your energy that allow you to be more colorful, inspirational, motivational, and to enjoy more light-hearted opportunities with friends and family. It’s a time for playfulness. Children can be important, or your own inner child may want to come into the limelight. Over-sensitivity can lead to emotional turmoil, so develop a better sense of humor and recognize the absurdity of little things that we tend to blow out of proportion. Communication is key. By being clear and letting others know what you are feeling and listening to what they need, you can nip issues in the bud. Creative solutions to problems are more evident to you now, and you can expand possibilities through using your fertile imagination. This year can be memorable when you harness your energy in ways that allow you to shine and radiates your light to others who benefit from your generosity of spirit.

4 - It’s time to build a strong foundation to establish something of value and worth. This may involve tearing down an outworn structure or idea, requiring willingness to overcome illusions or outmoded ways of doing things. Patterns may undergo scrutiny and alteration, but whatever you build, the point is to do so with integrity. There are many practical considerations this year. Take your time so you do not have to undo something done in haste. Follow the blueprint of your heart, and lend your assistance to build or re-build what will be enduring. Part of this year deals with transformation �?there is a struggle between holding back and moving forward. As you risk to the unknown with faith in a higher power, you may find you overcome major stumbling blocks and develop a new strength you never knew was possible.

5 �?Prepare for a year of change. You may find yourself making major moves or feeling internal discontent with the way things are. As you harness your energy, you are able to achieve great things. However, if you fall into the trap of being easily distracted, you may dabble into everything and accomplish little. This is a year that prompts adolescent action regardless of your age––and if you feel stuck, you might be moody and critical of others. You might also feel rebellious or buy something on impulse to capture your youth, so make sure that what you choose (especially big purchases) is in accord with your normal taste and style. The function of this time is to expand horizons. It can be exciting and full of possibilities. The key is to be discerning and consider consequences to actions before you act. Then go forward, travel, widen your circle of knowledge and acquaintances, and enjoy!

6 �?The focus is on health, family, service, and your place in the world. Others may need your assistance, or you may be involved in activities that require your guidance and wisdom. This year has a parental/teaching/healing quality to it. Also, it is a good time to take care of your health by adhering to diet and exercise that supports your best interest. Adopt an attitude of live and let live. Give when it feels right. However, if you find yourself feeling obligated and resentful, check your motives for doing what you do. The key to this year is to extend yourself lovingly, even when you have to say “No!�?Operate from that level, and you should feel the glow of appreciation from others for all you have done.

7 �?This year calls for you to be introspective and take time to understand yourself at a deeper level and/or invest time in specialized areas of interest. It is a time to recharge batteries and seek more through spiritual sustenance, so you may need to take more time for rest and sleep. Questions arise such as “Why am I here?�?and “What’s the purpose of my life?�?You may be challenged in some area of your life, and the requirement is to let go of misconceptions that hold you back and be willing to unmask defenses. Go to the source of every issue rather than glossing over things. As you have the willingness to ask tough questions of yourself and others, you gain answers that can open doors to a larger and more meaningful life.

8 - The focus is on directing your actions so you create more balance in your life. Recognize you are a system of energy and your life needs to reflect the different aspects of yourself. Time for work, time, play, spiritual life, and relationships. Time to take action, be quiet, etc. The mind is active and you may feel stressed and goal driven. The key to this year is to take care of what needs doing to the best of your present ability and then let go. As you utilize the help of others, you gain leverage and accomplish more. When you try to do everything yourself, you limit the outcome. You may receive recognition, awards, and help from powerful sources for your efforts. It is an intense time, so make sure you stop and smell the flowers!

9 �?A cycle of life is coming to conclusion. There may be situations, issues, relationships, or attitudes that need to be released, as they are no longer part of your future. Some things this year will reflect back to the entire nine year cycle you are just completing. It is an opportunity to distil and integrate what you’ve learned. Clear out the clutter in your life and make room for new opportunities. As you focus on the bigger picture, you gain insight. When you choose to look at your world through eyes of gratitude, you will have much to be grateful for. Whatever occurs, give thanks. Even in the midst of chaos and confusion, remember something bigger is at work. This year marks how you’ve done with the lessons of the past nine years. By looking for the gift in each event, you are preparing to move to the next level in your journey. Make it a happy graduation!

Copyright 2004 Kathleen Jacoby



JANUARY / FEBRUARY 2004


1. January - Focus on nurturing relationships or ideas that you want to have carry you through the year. Gather data and do your fact finding now. Pay attention to details and make sure you don’t gloss over the small things. Focus on the positive and choose those thoughts, foods, and people who are supportive and nourishing…not draining. As you develop stronger faith and pay attention to your intuition you will gain necessary guidance to make enlightened choices.
February - Let your creativity find outlets that put you on center stage. People will feel wonderful being with you as you motivate and encourage them to do their best. Humor goes a long way in the face of potential conflict, and as you harness your energy into positive outlets, opportunities arise. Be the sunshine this month!

2. January �?Express your feelings and find outlets to be more playful. Creative urges are strong, including biological urges, or involvement with children. You can be inspiring, motivational, or persuasive in presenting your ideas. Opportunities present themselves that require your willingness to be daring and take center stage. Let your light shine, and take advantage of positive offers.
February �?Practicality is required. Put things in order of priority, and take care of business before pleasure. Opportunities are present to build or rebuild, and there is risk involved. You may find yourself falling into old patterns or habits that defeat you, so push beyond your own fear and peak over your comfort zone to see what might be possible on the other side.

3. January �?Opportunities can arise that may involve risk, and you might do well to see what’s over the next horizon and check it out. Issues from the past require a different way of handling things, so when you find yourself engaging in the same old “familiar�? see things from a different angle. It can make all the difference in the world, and you can transform an opportunity or relationship in ways you never dreamed possible.
February �?This is a month of changing circumstances, travel, or multiple streams of information. It will require discernment and focus if you want to achieve results. Be aware of motives behind all sales pitches, and make sure you read the fine print when signing contracts. Opportunities to expand horizons are possible, so open your arms to embrace experience…just make sure you remember when making commitments that there are only 24 hours in a day!

4. January �?Changing circumstances may present you with opportunities or the requirement of accepting new experiences. Something undergoes alteration. Travel, new information, or shifting loyalties require that you read fine print and make sure you understand what you are agreeing to. Be discerning and aware of time constraints so that you don’t overload yourself with obligations. However, when something unexpected is presented that promises more light heartedness, take advantage of the moment and enjoy!
February �?Constraints related to family, business, or health issues may arise requiring that you consider the needs of others over your own desires. As you accept the privilege of serving with a loving heart, you will feel the appreciation of those you help. However, if you are doing something out of duty or obligation and feel resentment, that will be mirrored back. It’s time to consider what works and what doesn’t, and then adjust your commitments accordingly so that you can be clear and feel good about what you agree to do.

5. January �?You may be asked to forego some of your own wants right now in order to take care of duties or needs of others. Focus is on home, service, health, and family. As you give lovingly of your time and self, appreciation is returned. Otherwise, you may feel moody and critical of everyone else, signaling that you need to readjust your involvement in obligatory situations. Compassion warms your heart whereas resentment makes you feel like a martyr, so find ways of expanding your capacity to love and feel the rewards it brings!
February �?Take time off from hectic schedules and over-activity. It’s important to recharge your batteries and strengthen your immune system as you enter an active and changeable year. Develop a deeper relationship with your Creator. Focus on specialized areas of interest that are enriching. If you are confronted with unusual circumstances, look for the blessing in them and seek truth about yourself. Are you being run around by need to preserve an image, or are you allowing the fullness of your soul to express?

6. January �?Focus on deepening your relationship with your Creator. Look for the truth in all areas of your life. Who are you? Why are you here? What is your purpose? There are opportunities to gain valuable insights and bring your voice forward as a specialist in your area of expertise. You may have unexpected situations that bring important people into your life, or bizarre circumstances. Whatever comes, go deeper and seek the truth and the blessing behind all appearances.
February �?Opportunities to integrate and better direct the current of your life are present now. As you make a point of setting goals that include all aspects of your being, you bring balance and harmony into your endeavors and you feel the positive results of taking action and knowing when to be inactive. It’s a dance of equilibrium, and by flowing with life, you can achieve the best of all worlds, even with major responsibilities.

7. January �?You are put into a position where you are expected to achieve something. Take care of all issues that arise to the best of your present ability. Set goals, and define boundaries. Make sure you are leading a balanced life so that you are not overdoing in one direction at the expense of other areas. Your goal this month is to find harmony and a sense of equilibrium in the face of life’s challenges and demands. You can do it �?and may even have powerful assistance in the process!
February �?What do you need for the future, and what is no longer valid or necessary? It’s time to look through mental cupboards, physical reality, and relationships and let go of what is outworn or has come to an end. Someone or something may leave your life now. If so, it’s time. Let it go with love. This is not about loss it’s about graduation. As you take everything that is handed with gratitude and appreciation, even though you may not fully understand in the moment, you will have cleared the way for future good to come.

8. January �?There are things to complete and release from your life. It may be old attitudes, relationships, or situations that you have to conclude. By letting go of elements that are no longer adequate for your future, you open the way for things that are more appropriate to who and what you are becoming. Look to the bigger picture in all things, and adopt an attitude of gratitude, regardless of circumstances. As you do, you will have more to be thankful for.
February �?It’s time to develop new strategies. Bring your unique concepts and leadership to the fore. Make your opinions known, and stand up to be counted. You are in the seeding process of planting for the future, so network with others to let them know your views. Open new doors and make the effort, even though not everything will come to fruition. As you show courage and determination, life will present opportunities that enhance your career or lead to new directions.

9. January - Assert yourself and make your views known. Your stamina, courage, and determination are important. You may need to be the leader or take a leadership position in an endeavor or issue that requires being responsible. Recognize the difference between enlightened reason and impulsive action. The former leads to worthwhile endeavors. The latter leads to regrets based on haste. It’s a time of building character, so make the best of what is in front of you and forge ahead with a sense of dignity and justice for all.
February �?There may be moments of brilliance, and other moments when you don’t remember your name. Neither is lasting, but requires that you translate bright ideas into something understandable, or remember that in the midst of confusion and doubt, the inner light is still lit. Choose things that nourish, support, and uplift your spirit. Positive thoughts, quality food, and good relationships are important now. Define boundaries. Develop deeper faith in your partnership with your Creator, and pay attention to your intuition. There is assistance, but it may be subtle…so don’t let momentary negativity keep you from the light of understanding that is there for you! 
 

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