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Predictions for 2009
For
2009 it is very
difficult to
separate the economy
from politics as
economic conditions
engender
governmental action.
Watch for:
The Economy
-
The beginning of
a long-term
changes in the
world-wide
financial
system.
-
Stock market
volatility to
continue.
-
Bear market
rallies, with
more downside to
come.
-
Sectors that are
likely to do
well in the
stock market
involve
innovation –
biotech, high
tech, stem cell
research.
-
Decline in
housing prices
to continue.
-
Increase in
minimum wage.
-
The silver
lining - people
priced out of
the housing
market will be
able to afford
homes.
Politics
-
A
government
stimulus package
that rivals
President
Franklin D.
Roosevelt's New
Deal.
-
Unions make a
comeback.
-
Retraining
programs for
displaced
workers.
-
Middle class
taxpayer
revolution
begins.
-
Executive pay
reined in.
-
Increased
regulatory laws
passed.
-
The Federal
Reserve system
comes under
increasing
pressure.
-
Protectionist
laws passed.
-
The end of
Perestroika in
Russia.
Mercury
Retrograde Cycles
How to Successfully
Navigate
Communication Snafus
for 2009
If you know anything
about astrology, you
have probably heard
the term Mercury
Retrograde.
Mercury, the winged
messenger of the
gods, is the planet
associated with
communication. This
includes writing,
speaking, and
reasoning. Mercury
is also associated
with mechanical and
electrical items.
Retrograde is an
astronomical
phenomenon during
which a planet
appears to stop in
its orbit and move
backwards.
Mercury Retrograde
periods occur three
times a year. In
2009 the dates are
January 11 to
February 2, May 7
to May 31, and
September 7 to
September 29.
Simply put Mercury
Retrograde periods
are associated with
communication snafus
and mechanical and
electrical items
going awry. During
these timeframes,
communication
mishaps occur more
frequently. People
are late for
appointments or
don't show up at
all, or show up at
the wrong place.
Because of the
possibility of
miscommunication and
unreliable
information, it's
best to avoid
signing contracts or
agreements.
Mechanical and
electrical items are
prone to go out of
whack.
So what can you do?
First, before
Mercury Retrograde
begins, make sure
you back up your
computer, put air in
your tires, and get
an oil change if one
is due.
During the
Retrograde, focus on
finishing up old
project and doing
the research
required for new
ones.
The Mercury
Retrograde timeframe
is favorable for
writing or rewriting
that proposal you've
been meaning to get
to; so that once
Mercury turns Direct
(appears to move
forward), you're
ready to go. It's
also favorable for
reconsidering your
goals and deciding
what you'd like to
do next. If more
mundane matters
require attention,
it's perfect for
reconciling the
checkbook or
cleaning out the
closets. By getting
current and clearing
away what you no
longer want, you
create psychic space
for future
opportunity.
To find out how cycles
affect you personally, contact Joyce to set up an appointment at 617-354-7075 or
joycel@joycelevine.com
Joyce Levine is a full-time professional consulting astrologer, lecturer, teacher, and author with over 30 years experience. She serves as a catalyst for her clients (1) to recognize their natural abilities and use them to overcome their personal obstacles to success, and (2) to take action at the right time to attain desired results. Joyce consults with individuals, couples, families, and businesses.
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