2017 - The Path Forward
There can be no doubt that extreme events and extreme emotions fueled the year that was 2016. Many were left struggling to reorient themselves towards hope and potential as the clock crept closer to midnight on December 31st.
Many were unprepared for the utter chaos of 2016, but this year is your chance to prepare your heart for what lies ahead. If the past year tore you from your touchstones of comfort and security, take heart in knowing that these losses won't be in vain. With the right attitude and attention to cosmic influences, there's never been a better time for you to build a new foundation than the dawning months of 2017.
If you are still trying to find your footing in the wake of spiritual turmoil, I urge you to carefully study the psychic trends that will influence global trends, as well as the most intimate aspects of your life.
Current Trends and Cycles
As many people have sensed, even those who aren't keenly in tune with their psychic intuition, recent events have been shaped by powerful feelings of heightened anger, fear, anxiety, and paranoia. These unsettling undercurrents have slowly grown and come to a culmination in the closing months of 2016.
These dark forces have influenced everything from personal relationships at home and work to incredible political events spanning the globe. The same feelings of frustration and anger that fueled global events are the same forces that made it impossible to ignore long-simmering resentments and growing estrangements with friends.

Think about the power and pressure required to turn a lump of coal into a diamond, and you will begin to understand the transformative potential of our current age.
Are you ready to allow the adversity to shape you into a stronger person capable of sharing your inner light with the world or are you going to crack under the intense pressure?
Of course, it is tempting to feel as if it is too much to bear and to throw your arms up and cry in despair. Instead, embrace the changes that are inevitable with the dawning year. If you can marshal your personal power, you will be able to take on these radical changes on your terms and shape the course of your destiny.
While it's important to know that the cycle of darkness came to its peak in the past year, it is also vital that you understand that the cycle isn't yet complete. Challenge and loss still lie ahead, but these obstacles will help you become the diamond that you know yourself to be.
Headline Events of 2017
From celebrity deaths and extreme weather to a presidential election unlike any other in recent memory, there were no shortages of attention-grabbing headlines from the past year. Many people are asking themselves how can we move on from a year that many will remember as one filled with senseless violence and tragedies that span the globe.

To gain a deeper understanding of the events that transpired over the past year, you must remember that 2016 was the culmination of dark and powerful spiritual energies. It brought to light many of the bleakest actions rooted in desperation, anxiety or pure greed.
On the one hand, the psychic trends have come to a head, which will set the stage for peace and healing in 2017. But you must be aware that tragedies and violence will continue in all corners of the world, especially if you sit on the sidelines without contributing your energy to the benefit of the world.
Remember, the stage is merely set for peace and healing. You must reach out your hand and work with others to make this vision a reality.

Are you still reeling from a sense of loss caused by the countless celebrity deaths of 2016? Dstrongid seeing your childhood heroes and favorite musicians pass to the spiritual realm make you feel more vulnerable to uncontrollable forces of nature? Summon the courage needed to take these feelings of grief and vulnerability and let it transform you.
If you take the time to honor these painful emotions, you may experience a profound awareness of the intense beauty and fragility of humanity, which will, in turn, allow you to find a fresh perspective on your greater purpose in life.
Let the lives of those who inspired you to continue to encourage you to make your mark in the world.
The biggest takeaway about what to expect in breaking headlines for the upcoming year is that there will be fewer surprises and a turn to stability. If you join hands and make your voice heard, you will be shocked at how you can influence the current events of 2017. Don't let this time go to waste!
Rebirth of Hope & Unity
After such a dramatic culmination of chaos evidenced by unpredicted elections, shocking celebrity deaths, and countless personal upheavals, it's only natural to look towards the future for the vital hope that we all need to face our fate.

And while there is much uncertainty swirling in the world today, you need to open your heart to see beyond the darkness and confusion to see the shining light of your destiny. If you reject fear and negativity, you will find yourself in a moment of startling clarity that will help you see the path forward.
Both planetary influences and spiritual vibrations are making it clear to the most sensitive intuitives that a renewed sense of purpose and peace will descend in your life, and the world as a whole if you are brave enough to take action.
It is clear to many of us that now is the time for action.
You can no longer sit and wait to see how events will unfold, especially after the most dramatic revelations of the past year. It's time to accept that many of your dreams and touchstones to the past are gone, and all that is left are ashes. What will you build in this era of change? Will you reconstruct the old ways of doing things or will you find the audacity to create a new future for yourself?
While you should find reassurance that this will indeed be a year of change, don't rest easy. The potential changes won't come about unless you to act with courage and conviction.
Starting Something New
Much of the turmoil of the past year was rooted in confusing communications and misinformation. It would be no surprise if this were apparent in your most intimate relationships.

Have you let this profound disconnect take root in your romantic relationship? Are you lashing out as a reaction to real or perceived hurts or are the two of you not connecting on a spiritual level?
Think of the New Year as a fresh start and look at your relationship with new eyes and an open heart.
With the year closing out in Mercury Retrograde, it was the ideal time to put the past to bed, especially in regards to toxic relationships. Starting out the New Year with the fresh slate gives you the best opportunity to start a new romantic relationship with the power to stand the test of time.
Whether you are in a committed relationship or meeting new people, this will be the year of starting over and new beginnings. Take the time to assess the destruction and devastation wrought by the waning cycle of darkness so that you can decide what type of future you want to build.
The cosmic winds are shifting from a period of isolation and disconnect to a time of unity and cooperation. This shift is great news for your love life! Are you ready to bring back the romance in your life? Now is the time!
Partnership & Career Outlook
There is a high likelihood of success for joint ventures in 2017, and this is an ideal time to start one. However, you will have to strive to earn the recognition that you deserve. There can be no sitting back, resting on your laurels or riding to success on the coattails of your partner or coworkers.
Even though the most recent year was one of high unpredictability, this year is dawning with greater clarity on the need for cooperation and cohesion in the workplace. This accord will only come about if you embrace a spirit of give-and-take: you will need to give your time, effort and passion, as well as an open mind to new ideas presented by others.

While it's likely that your office experienced higher turnover than usual or shocking scandals that kept the drama at a fever pitch, this is the year that things will settle down and you can get down to work if you're willing to put in the effort. If you lead your team with conviction and compassion, you will find that the roadblocks to your success are no longer insurmountable.
For so long you have kept your professional goals close to your heart. Whether you did so out of fear of ridicule or sabotage, the time for secretiveness has come to an end. To achieve your goals and find personal satisfaction in your career, you need to reach out and open up to others in your field. You can't get to the top alone.
Technology in The New Year
You can expect incredible technological advances that have the potential to change everyday life, as we know it. These advances will influence critical areas of your life, including how you interact with your friends and family, how you navigate your surroundings and how you entertain yourself.

We are quickly entering the age of artificial intelligence, so don't be surprised to find more and more computer interactions becoming more and more like human interactions. From interactive virtual assistants to smart cars that can drive themselves, get ready for the incredible array of life-changing technology.
While these amazing leaps in technology will pave the way for increased safety, efficiency and quicker access to vital information, we must not use it as an excuse to distance ourselves from everyday interactions with others.
While online communities can serve as an essential bridge to others who share similar values and interests, it's only one part of the bigger picture. If you are determined to make 2017 a better year than the last, you must connect on a personal level with the people in your family and community.
Take the time to ask yourself if you are using the technology to enhance your life or to help you live a better life or are you using it to neglect your relationships? Don't let the technology come between you and the people in your life.
The Lines of Communication
Now that some of the more unstable forces are waning, the airwaves are clear for enhanced communication. If you spent the past year frustrated by a lack of connection and understanding, get ready for an influx of free-flowing information. A unique set of circumstances is likely to evolve, and you may find yourself faced with once-in-a-lifetime opportunities to make your voice heard to all the right people.
Are you prepared to speak up for what matters?
If you cast aside lingering frustrations and open your mind and heart, you will be in a prime position to receive potent insights regarding your true destiny. This shocking revelation is likely to come from an unexpected source, so don't be so quick to dismiss what others are saying!

While the psychic pathways are clearing for enhanced communication, you still need to be on guard against deception and false information. There will be people who take advantage of the clear channels and try to sway you with lies. Be on guard, listen to your intuition and do your research before making any investments or life-changing decisions based on the word of someone else.
Phoenix Rising from the Ashes
The year 2016 will go down in the history books as a year of confusion, loss, and fear. However, it's up to you to take away the valuable lessons and let it serve as a catalyst for making the world a better place.

This new year of 2017 serves as fertile ground ready to nourish acts of kindness motivated by the spirits of unity, love, and goodwill.
Are you ready to embrace the fresh start and emerge into your destiny as a phoenix rising from the ashes of the past?
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