Astrospeak: Your zodiac forecast for 2012!

Here's a look at what the stars predict for the coming months.

So will you get married this year? Will you finally manage to buy that dream house? We bring you astrological counsel based on your zodiac sign for 2012.

Aquarius

For the Aquarian, this year is all about great hope, expectation and a vision for themselves. Change is the name of the game and you will be propelled to use your energy to gallop.

Some changes are expected, most unexpected and the quicker you learn to be spontaneous, move away from a plan and enjoy the now the better you will enjoy yourself. 2012 for the Aquarian is a transient year and learning to flow with it makes it beautiful especially as you take the right action.

You need to control your thoughts and realize that perceptions or impressions may not actually hold the true story. It would be wise to recognise other people's goodness rather than analyzing it. Many 'aha' moments and the realisation of how you are are responsible for your own progress come through.

Vibe

2012 is all about leading a powerful life with balance and humility. So, go with the flow and follow your heart.

Career

It's a time to get your head in the ground and work. Professionally, May through July will consume you with chores. Take a break whenever you can - even if its just a power nap in the middle of a busy day. It would also be wise to ask for help from relaxed colleagues whenever you can. Your calmness and fortitude will yield results easily, so keep the faith.

Romance

Many Aquarians go through 2012 at their flirtatious best and maybe looking for their mate and a technique. By the end of the year, you will find yourself happy and content with how things work out on the romantic front.

Money

Cash-wise, things only get better with homes and a bouquet of luxuries coming your way. April seems all about money, so get it sorted. There could be an unexpected financial offer coming to you in May. A swift change of home is scheduled and for many of you this may need a complete shift in your plans. Be ready, as no matter how confusing the opportunities you will find yourself making the most of it.

Tip

You are kind souls, but you need to forgive and let go. It's time to face your fears - confronting and communicating it all. It is wise to make sure you don't take the easy way and indulge in addictions of any format.

• Lucky dates: 3, 9
• Lucky days: Friday, Sunday
• Lucky colors: Black, white
• Lucky stone: Sapphire
• Lucky direction: North-south

Pisces

Prepare to be welcomed Pisceans on top of a roller coaster. How loudly you scream at every turn is what will mark your fortunes this year.

Many a Pisceans decide to put down roots. Professionally, this means giving up a high-flying job — to return home to people and places you are connected to and who love them unconditionally.

Being sensitive, you have a lot of hurts and angst you have been nurturing over the years and you finally find a release for them. Realisations that you are responsible for where you stand and whatever made you cringe, hurt and cry has left you more pure is a hindsight you finally have. The spiritual bent of your life starts this year propelling you to lead a full life

Vibe

You meet a lot of people from your past with unfinished business and recognise their role in the status of affairs.

Career

Success is not a technique, not formula, but is in the way you think. A good thing about the year professionally is you learn how to be in the now, how to handle defeats and hurts and celebrate small success as the opening of the big steps to victory.

Romance

Experiment with love mid-year and much exploration comes your way. You make more friends and you realise that you befriend someone who is almost a mirror of you. It would be wise to use that journey to learn more about yourself. And hence understand this new significnt other. Understanding is key.

Money

An active 12 months on the financial front makes a lot of new come your way. A new car, a new house and travel to your favorite place are indicated. Your incoming cash flow will double as you find new avenues and this will increase your financial security.

Tip

The bright rainbow is that you drop inhibitions and baggage and allow yourself to enjoy certain things.

Lucky dates: 4, 13

Lucky days: Tuesday, Wednesday

Lucky colors: Teal, olive

Lucky stone: Garnet

Lucky direction: Northwest

Aries

The year for magic manifestations for the excited, enthusiastic and fiery Arian is 2012. They also seemed to be aligned to their desires -- focused and full of positive energy. Obstacles and delays seem to be the past as 2012 opens up the Pandora's box for the first sign of the zodiac. Those in the field of teaching and counseling not only study further and receive scholarships and commence their private practice but also become a part of huge organisations here and overseas.

April onwards there is travel for those in management and training to visit seminars, spreading the word in their chosen field, achieving their targets and moving into a more financial stable space. For Arians mingling with like-minded people helps you reach the pinnacle of success.

Vibe

The energy of the 2012 for you is one that brings fame and the spotlight you deserve. Enjoy every minute of this ride as you work hard to get what you want.

Career

You grow steadily through the year, especially the first half as you push yourself and allow yourself to manifest huge changes for yourself. Growth, expansion and new contracts will be the buzz words from June to January. Post June, steadying the growth, motivating your team and delivering to your large posse of clients will now be the plan for the year ahead. You round off the year with money and with much work, looking back on a satisfactory year gone by!

Romance

Love this year is all about acceptance. The more you accept, the more accepted you are as you spread your wings to bring about harmony in all equations and friendships. You perfect the art of love play especially as you are now able to make sure that you deliver on quality time with your mate. For those looking to tie the knot, the winter months prove perfect. Those in relationships need to watch their roving eye as they could be caught!

Money

Money is easy to make this year as you discover your Midas touch. Your financial portfolios are now ready to expand and you invest wisely! Those of you running their own business will recycle money received to expand discovering their own wealth consciousness! 

Tip

The spotlight is yours and to be able to keep it needs both humility and an open mind. So allow yourself to reach for the stars with your feet firmly on the ground.

Lucky dates: 9, 18

Lucky days: Monday, Saturday

Lucky colors: Blue, purple

Lucky stone: Emerald

Lucky direction: Northwest

Taurus

Consistent changes for the otherwise steady and solid Taurean will be the highlight of 2012. The keyword here is to be flexible in mind and thought, unsuspecting of changes -- having full faith in the processes of life to be able to make the most of the energy both in your personal and professional life.

Many of you maybe attracted to your true calling in life which may challenge the work you are doing currently. Hence shifts and transitions could take all the way upto August to culminate into reality -- hence success follows closely. This year of surprises may bring you closer to a lot of people you may have relied on in the past, showing a difference and viewing the truth with good humor will bring in happy people and happier times. Many of you buy a home or a new car adding to your portfolio of tangible assets!

Vibe

The energy of 2012 is all about being able to flow with the tide! Situations that come up will test your intentions and you find yourself learning from the same.

Career

The end of the year helps you clinch big deals and make informed decisions. As you make money a by-product of your services, you flourish leading to making more. Networking, meetings and your work calendar is busy bringing all-round success in 2012. For those in advertising, marketing and public relations – a move for a job or a change of cities is in the pipeline and new changes towards the middle of the year bring in big money!

Romance

Matters of the heart get a new hue and a favorable response especially for the single from the opposite sex in the summer months makes you happy. Those in relationships discover companionship and smooth out any issues which maybe unsettling their domestic life. June to August brings out the romantic in you as picnics, movies and quiet dinners keep you involved. Always remember to communicate .

Money

Big money follows your big plans and team-work! Juggling plans and projects will make you well-organised and allows you to climb the ladder of success quickly. Property matters come up and signing contracts and litigations will occupy your time. Focusing on tangible assets will bring you the security you desire if you have the faith to earn the big bucks that you want. You round off the year happy with your bank balance and your investment choices.

Tip

Advice offered by seniors and elders in the family is worth a listen as it may help you out of a tight spot.

Lucky dates: 1, 7

Lucky days: Thursday, Friday

Lucky colors: Yellow

Lucky stone: Blue sapphire

Lucky direction: Northeast

Gemini

For the multi-faceted, multi-dynamic, multi-tasking Gemini 2012 is a mixed bag as what they think or perceive their USP may change this year for good.

Soul searching and intense thinking about career, growth and evolvement will help them discover what makes them special or unique.

For those in the field of media/communication and film, new changes are afoot.

Desire for research, travel and to meet more people to gain knowledge would help them center themselves and what they truly desire. Concentrating on service rather than gain will get them the breakthroughs they desire. Money and abundance comes through and charitable acts throughout the year are very much their hallmark. Those looking for love will finally meet their match this year

Vibe

The energy for 2012 is a vibe to rediscover their own truths — pushing the odds to come out a winner.

Career

Making big changes is key and essential this year as you are now ready to deal with fierce competition. Making the most of the resources available at your disposal will help you re-look at what you are doing and learning to delegate work. The months of April, May, June prove extremely lucrative and promotions/bonuses will come through giving you the big leaps you desire. Work-wise, it's a happy year ahead even though bouts of restlessness and itchy feet will need you to take short breaks.

Romance

Love is all around for the single Gemini and wooing their loved one in many ways will be what makes 2012 special. Those in relationships are on a roller coaster as you go through ecstatic highs and scary lows. Making sure you work on your communication skills is a must as you will be able to deal with any hiccups/interference from third parties that come your way.

Money

Money is the big ticket of 2012 this year. Re-jigging your portfolio helps. Listening to your gut instinct works in a big way. Investments in commercial realty will pay off, and payoffs and making money through the stock market are high in September and October. Monitoring your cash books throughout the year will be wise and observing the minutiae will help you rectify costly errors

Tip

Investing in people/chances/coincidences and situations as they appear in front of you without self doubt will prove wise.

Lucky dates: 4, 9

Lucky days: Friday, Saturday

Lucky colors: Red

Lucky stone: Jade

Lucky direction: Southwest

Cancer

There is plenty of  space in 2012 where the Cancerian will look beyond their identity, job, business and will focus on promises they have not kept, people they have lost touch with and projects half done -- to complete their unfinished business not only for goodwill but also to round up all unfinished business.

It may not be about approval or making a point but about their internal dialogue with themselves and about becoming the person they desire to be. 2012 will give them all this opportunity to prove their mettle as they tend to look at obstacles as charming avenues to fulfill their potential.

Travel keeps them on their toes and allows them to visit places they have dreamed of and people they would like to meet. Those aiming to be head honchos get the respect, desire and the standing they desire. 2012 -- money wise -- promises to be extremely comfortable allowing you to look at it with much smile and glee!

Vibe

The energy for 2012 for Cancerian is all about how they perceive this year. A positive outlook will make you look at the glass as half full and it would be wise to hold onto that thought.

Career

Big designations, big positions and big money is what the career corner has in store for you. How you deal with what is given will prove to be the crux of life ahead. Humility and being grounded keeps you focused in all ways. You are being watched by your bosses especially through March to May and delivering on their commitments and targets will be needed. Those ready for retirement will use their talent and expertise in social causes – be it success planning or coaching many in their team and outside.

Romance

Romance is always your forte and 2012 is no different as it brings out the romantic and poetic side of you. Those in relationships find happiness in the small things and joys of life as contentment comes with a shift in thinking. The single court many with their suave ways and incredible charm and finding a mate by the year end is indicated. In February romance sparkles as avenues to meet many people comes through.

Money

Money owed is now returned to you allowing you much spending power. Change in your views and your equation with money helps you create more abundance and the big bucks come in easily. Allowing money to be a by-product of your efforts will work.

Tip

Allowing the universe to make the shifts you desire is necessary. Having faith in the big picture will hold you in good stead.

Lucky dates: 2, 10

Lucky days: Sunday, Tuesday

Lucky colors: Orange

Lucky stone: Onyx

Lucky direction: Northeast

Leo

For the ambitious Leo 2012 is a step further in their grand plans as many of you may want to start off your own venture/business deal and step into a new world and own your own platform.

What you may discover along the way is that when it comes to real support -- there may be few willing to trust in your plans and ambitions. Do not give up on your goals, apply for loans, networking and explore all avenues, close paperwork -- so go the long route allowing yourself to fulfill your plans.

You may meet interesting people to collaborate business plans to take risks and share your dynamic ideas with as you create new business plans and create alliances. 

Also, learning to experience and understand the joy when it comes with no reason, no agenda or strings attached!  Investing in shares -- be it equity or mutual funds will be wise and allowing you to make your money work harder.

The vibe

The energy of 2012 for the Leo is that you are now ready to be the master and controller of your own destiny. Learning to be dependant on yourself to make the most of what comes your way is essential.

Career

Change is critical for all you who desire it and you are now ready to make the moves towards your big dream and big goals. Your true calling is persuasive enough for you to push against obstacles and delays and see success. June and July are powerful months to make big shifts and changes. Professional allies and new networks help you get more out of your day and leverage your connections to deliver superlative results especially if you set off on your own in March.

Romance

On the romantic front, your first priority is to learn how to take care of yourself. Being assertive, saying no and realising that charity truly begins from the home helps you create magic. The single meet like-minded people allowing themselves to spread their wings and discover their true love! Those in love plan to make the most of their companions allowing them to flourish and move ahead with much space and patience. Domestic bliss is guaranteed. 

Money

Financial matters get a heads up as all you do helps your investment plans. Professional allies and networks will consume your time and allow you to make the money that you desire. Property is a big agenda as purchasing your own office space/realty is essential! Buying gold and diamonds will be wise for investment purpose will help you keep your savings in control.

Tip

All potential is inside you and you are the creator of your own destiny.

Lucky dates: 4, 15

Lucky days: Friday, Saturday

Lucky colors: Teal, white

Lucky stone: Aquamarine

Lucky direction: Northwest

Virgo

This year for the very organised, methodical and planned Virgo is one of great surprise to themselves as they have no clue of what they will do the next minute.

The element of spontaneity, of being in the now will be so high that all schedules and strategies will fly out of the window.

This could very well mean that they will shake a few lives along with their own – the idea being to please themselves and do what pleases them.

Virgoans may end up disappointing others who are betting on them as far as professional and personal life is concerned. The keywords for them remain freedom and they rediscover their own ability to exercise it. Mood swings and temperamental changes – if pushed will need to be handled delicately by those around you.

Vibe

A surprise every minute is the energy of 2012 and dealing with all it brings is what keeps you in the now.

Career

New projects come your way and you create plans that fulfill your game plan. Focusing on fame, fortune and new business is needed especially as you battle challenging paperwork and complicated systems. Keeping your mind open to the new is required especially as you make the most of innovative changes that are ongoing. Keeping your ball on the nitty-gritty in your professional space will help untangle your personal equations. By the year end, you will look back on a successful and winning run!

Romance

Many shades of your personality will find wing in your personal life as you move from enjoying freedom if single to enjoying companionship in a relationship. If worrying about where your relationships head, the summer months force you to focus on your work – removing pressure from your commitments. In fact, it would be wise to delay any promises/new additions to the family till the year end.

Money

The Virgoan brings in money by the shovel. Advice from financial experts and business advisories will help you invest wisely and relying on them will make you wise. Dabbling in stocks and realty especially in unusual sectors and cities begins to pay off. Splurging on exotic holidays, designer wear and jewellery is indicated through the year giving you much happiness! October and November are the best months for financial gains.

Tip

Go out of your way to make amends where there have been misunderstandings through words and action.

Lucky dates: 2, 24

Lucky days: Monday, Wednesday

Lucky colors: Brown, cream

Lucky stone: Ruby

Lucky direction: West

Libra

For the charming, happy-go-lucky Libran 2012 is one of great fun and frolic, keeping you in good spirits through the year. Discovering new aspects of yourself especially for those in creative arts, artists, cinematographers and radio jockeys whose work will take them places and allow them to see art. Fame and fortune touch their lives allowing them many new vistas.

This year is an opportune time for those looking to convert a hobby into a commercial venture — you will find support through loans/partners and loved ones coming through by the end of the year. March onward, turnkey projects and new plans get a push and new impetus for them to steam ahead. Students are in their element especially for their higher studies choose universities and get adventurous in their choices.  Love flows through the year especially for the single.

Vibe

The energy of 2012 for you corresponds to much change and excitement ahead as you find your own calling.

Career

A perfect time to take risks for those who want to set their own shop, you are now driven by grandiose plans and time to take action for the same. March to November are good months to make the most of your blue print as you are now ready to create magic with your work. Knowing your own product makes all the difference and the second half of the year is full of travel for work as you attend conferences, seminars and many networking opportunities.

Romance

Love life maybe a roller coaster. Those in love maybe tempted outside their existing alliance/commitment and keeping yourself away from temptations proves to be a tough call to make. Make wise choices. For those married, you start a new family. For those dating with intent to find your mate, frivolous relationships may continue to rule the roost! Moving to another city or a new home for many is indicated by August for you.

Money

The money you make is your yardstick to success and this year you demand more as it motivates and propels you to do your best pushing you in the limelight. The economics of money making and financial plenty now keeps you in demand. Risk-taking comes easy to you, especially as you listen to your gut and make some unusual choices. Buying realty for investment purposes is indicated and proves extremely lucrative.  Joining a high end golf course or a yachting club will excite you and open

Tip

Humility is the key to your success this year. The more you go out of your way, the more the world will. So learn to listen -- lend a helping hand and go out of your way for others.

Lucky dates: 2, 12

Lucky days: Monday, Thursday

Lucky colors: Yellow, black

Lucky stone: Gomed

Lucky direction: Northwest

Scorpio

A landmark year, 2012 is when you aim for what you desire, do what it takes and rest only after you have achieved success. Your success depends on a lot of people, team work, goodwill and positivity.

You inspirate with people you are associated with and are likely to be ruthless with those who do not co-operate if it doesn't fit in their vision. Money is a huge motivator as you desire a better lifestyle, more luxury and a move to another country.

You are the center of your life and for once you keep the focus on yourself. You will have ciompleted your work for others and external goals by mid-May, leaving you free to follow your own pursuits after that.

After much searching, you might discover that someone you have been looking for to fulfill your emotional needs is right under your nose and has gone unnoticed due to arrogant clashes and conflicts. 

Vibe

The energy is one of the Midas touch, as all that you desire now comes your way. Enjoy it all

Career

Your work skies are hued with abundance and exciting work as your dreams finally become a reality towards the middle of the year. Playing to your strengths is what makes you who you truly are. Especially as you wing your way to finding your niche. Those in the media and publishing find a good run, especially towards the latter half of the year. March to May proves lucrative for bonuses and promotions and special gifts.

Romance

Love finds you in unexpected places and with unexpected people. The single give up on many admirers and finally decide to settle down with someone. For those in relationships, your love life needs space and patience to flower and you manage the same. Regular weekend breaks and quality vacation time help you rediscover your mojo in love equations.

Money

Big bucks are your destiny this year, especially as you allow your vision to manifest itself. You invest wisely when pending payments materialise. New avenues of money making come your way and you finally hit the success formula that makes you get the lifestyle and luxury you desire. November and December are fabulous months to invest in the stock market. Take a chance in a lottery or gamble with high stakes. An almost home run on the money front.

Tip

This year is the best one to make the most of the opportunities that come knocking. Take up all that comes your way.

Lucky dates: 18, 27

Lucky days: Monday, Wednesday

Lucky colors: Purple, red

Lucky stone: Amethyst

Lucky direction: West

Sagittarius

This is the year when you decide to find the freedom inside rather than controlling the outside environment. Settling down to some semblance of routine, your desire to escape amongst your own finally becomes lesser. Allowing much space and me time for the constantly on-the-go Saggi is a big change.

Vacations, chilled out weekends and easy days is something that the year will be filled with and learning to enjoy the buzz of doing nothing is what you will be dealing with. Money is good, flowing in abundantly this year, allowing you to indulge in many hobbies and pursuits. You search for your own canvas to give vent to your creativity, making quality time for yourself in your busy day.

Vibe

The energy for 2012 is for you to find your niche. It's a steady year and allows you much time for yourself.

Career

You evaluate your goals, giving up on those that seem far-fetched and not relevant to your current lifestyle. A job shift or a new city or a home away from home by mid-June is indicated for many. At work, you are also recognised for the efforts and changes you bring about. Exploring unusual niches and products will help you move ahead of the rat pack towards the end of the year. Your career plans get a super shot in the arm, especially as you decide to change perspective, delegate and bring about much focus in your day-to-day dealings. Be sure to extend your magical streak to projects that have been stuck for a while, especially towards June.

Romance

The hunter in you finds its prey this year. Friends stay in the background as you decide to balance your equation with family and loved ones. You end many a frivolous relationship — be it a friend, lover or a colleague — , clearing clutter. June through November are good months for love life and self confidence. You feel free in the midst of much drama, and find freedom despite many people surrounding you.

Money

Discipline with budgeting and spending will help you crack your own success formula to money. What makes you more wise with your money is the interest you take in investing decisions. Buying a second home/car/luxury or holiday home is indicated for many. You indulge in buying jewelry and diamonds — not just as investment, but also as a matter of interest.

Tip

Healing relationships with family is a must. It will help you move ahead amidst stuck equations and recurring patterns.

Lucky dates: 7, 22

Lucky days: Thursday, Saturday

Lucky colors: Yellow, lavender

Lucky stone: Diamonds

Lucky direction: Southwest

Capricorn

This year for you is all about an internal discussion and dialogue. Looking within will give you all the answers and  help you make the most of what you have to offer. Changes through the year are plenty, and you spend time soul-searching and discovering what brings you joy and makes you stay happy with your lot. This is a big task for the ambitious and constantly thinking Capricorn.

The universe makes you choose from different mediums — be it a religious practice, exercise or even a change in lifestyle to create more harmony within the body. It would be wise to curb your controlling/dominating ways, so as to take care of your health.

Students will get scholarships, surprise monetary gifts and inheritances that ease their study abroad.

Vibe

The energy for 2012 is to focus on yourself and your inner journey of what's important to your self discovery.

Career

Your schedule is filled with meetings, as moving away from being all about others to being about yourself requires transformation in both thought and action.

This year you manage both, especially at work. Seniors notice your calm and savior-flair and admire the same with both bonus and a promotion. June to July are perfect months to make the big shifts. If looking for new partners and like-minded alliances, sifting through options and cracking the deal in September is advised.

Romance

The single decide to settle down and wedding bells are a surety towards the latter half of the year. The married enjoy marital bliss, as family provides cheer and you pull out happy moments. You are now focusing on your own self and your own shortcomings and loved ones are supportive, allowing you space and time to change.

Money

May to September is the perfect time to ring in the cash. Buying property is indicated towards the middle of the year. Investing for short-term gain is advised rather than putting all your eggs in long-term investments this year. Giving loved ones a loan/helping someone in need is wise, as it brings you goodwill and opens the door for more abundance.

Tip

You realise that money and material happiness are not the most important things. Saving for a rainy day brings on more rainy days, so you should save for fun.

Lucky dates: 2, 12

Lucky days: Monday, Tuesday

Lucky colors: Green, mauve

Lucky stone: Aquamarine

Lucky direction: Southwest