Planetary snapshot
In 2021, Saturn will remain in your 4th house of Capricorn which mental peace, family, property. Rahu (North node of moon) will transit your 8th house of transformation, unearned wealth, inheritance, accidents, sudden injuries; Ketu (south node of the moon) will be in the 2nd house of income and family. Jupiter will come out of its sign of debilitation on 5th April and move away from your 4th house and into your 5th house of romance, confidence and children, which will be positive. It will then move back to your 4th house of Capricorn in September 14th where it is again debilitated; it then will make its third and final transit of this year back into Aquarius your 5th house, on the 20th November.


Mars is lord of your 2nd and 7th house, representing family and relationships. You may be adversely impacted during its debilitation when it dips into the sign of Cancer between 2nd June to 20th July. There can be family disputes relating to money in this period. Stay away from negative energy, be diplomatic and calm yourself. You may suffer from increased anxiety in this period so it is important to make time for yourself, meditate, keep healthy.


Mercury retrogrades thrice this year. Mercury rules your 9th and 12th house. Be patient as you may particularly sensitive and impatient around the times of the retrograde so careful this does not come across in a negative way where you have to revisit issues. Make time for yourself, meditation and grounding will be beneficial. Avoid travel plans in this period as they will be disrupted. Key periods to watch out for mercury retrograde are: Jan 30th- Feb 21st, May 29th – June 22nd, sept 27th – Oct 18th, and the mercury debilitation when it will be in Pisces your 12th house (31st March – 16th April).

Venus will be closely associated with the Sun and therefore ‘combust’ or ‘ast’ between the Jan 25th – April 23rd. As Venus is your ruler, it will be natural for you to feel unsettled or mildly dissatisfied in this period. You need to balance your expectations in all areas of your life. Plans may change but you need to be open to this and embrace the changes, they can be positive. It is your own fixed mindset that will hold you back if you don’t evolve as you need to. This also applies for the period between 11th Aug – 15th Sept when Venus is debilitated in Virgo, relationships will need attention, be patient and understanding.

Career and Finance
There are likely to be changes on the job front which will be positive. You may find yourself outside your comfort zone initially, but as the year progresses you will be better for it. Saturn aspecting the career house can give increased responsibility. If you are a business owner, there can be investment related expenses. Saturn in the 4th house and Ketu (south node of moon) in the 2nd indicates there will be some fluctuations in bank balance where you may spend on property renovation. Purchase of additional property is also possible. There can be disputes with family members with regards to money so avoid borrowing or lending large amounts without the right contracts in place.

Relationships
Starting the year with Mars in your house of relationships and Ketu in the family zone can indicate disagreements with family members. Try to see the bigger picture and settle disputes amicably. You may feel that distancing yourself quietly from those that drain your energy is productive in the long run. There is no need to make drama about decreasing contact but have it more as something you are choosing to do on good terms. Saturn and debilitated Jupiter in the 4th house of family spells dissatisfaction with family until at least April, after which you will feel more in control of your emotions when it comes to others. Mid April, Jupiter enters the sign of Aquarius which is your romance zone. If you are married you will find that you have a better understanding with your partner and feel more connected. If you are single, this is the start of a productive period for you and there are good chances of meeting someone special.

Health
Keep active, back, leg pain may need attention this year. With Rahu (north node of moon) placed in your 8th house, you may be prone to sudden accidents or injury, proceed with care and do not rush. Sinus related problems are possible. Maintain good diet and exercise. Look after your diet and avoid binging on junk food, you are prone to break outs and other skin ailments especially up to end of March where your ruler Venus is combust.

Education
For students this will be a much better year as Jupiter the planet of wisdom and study will finally be out of its state of debilitation and enter the study zone in your chart. Between Jan – March try to keep your focus and set yourself small goals and achievable study targets, the work you do now will set the foundation for success in the second quarter of the year onwards. You will find you have a renewed passion and drive for success. Make sure you put in the groundwork to reap the benefits.

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