Sample Forecasts
Case study: one of George W. Bush's "worst weeks" of his presidency
Typical weekly forecast sample: STANDARD
Typical weekly forecast sample: ADVANCED
One of Bush's worst weeks
Below are two horoscopes that give you an example of the kind of accuracy for which First Person Astrology strives. George W. Bush's birth information is readily available online, so I generated a report for the end of Oct. 2005--the week Scooter Libby was indicted. I will compare that report with a typical, weekly horoscope that was published that same week in an astrology column. The first horoscope is based only on his sun sign, Cancer. It's the normal kind of horoscope that would appear in a newspaper or magazine. The second are excerpts from an ADVANCED First Person Astrology custom weekly forecast report for the same week.
1. CANCER JUN 21 - JUL 22 A burst of curious energy on Sun 30 should not be wasted on a day spent in front of the TV. Read, explore your own neighborhood and get thee out of thy comfort zone. Embark on a new project during the new moon on Tue 1. You may feel that you don't have enough money on Thu 3, but this limitation will help you in ways you can't yet predict.
2. Personal Weekly Forecast for:
George Walker Bush
July 6, 1946 7:26 AM
New Haven, Connecticut
October 27, 2005 - November 2, 2005
Oct 30, 2005 (Oct 29, 2005 to Oct 31, 2005) Sun Sqr Asc
You may feel out of step with the people in your immediate environment now, not in harmony with the intentions and desires of those you work or live with. Relationships, especially professional ones, can be tense, especially if you attempt to work your own will. This is not a time to force issues.
Nov 1, 2005 (Oct 31, 2005 to Nov 2, 2005) Sun Sqr Merc
A fast pace, with many letters, phone calls, errands, meetings, or discussions, is on the agenda. You may feel mentally restless, impatient, and overly eager to get your own ideas across. Also, a situation may arise which requires you to say what is on your mind, to make a decision, or to clearly voice your personal opinion on some issue.
Nov 2, 2005 (Nov 2, 2005 to Nov 3, 2005) Sun Sqr Plu
Underlying or previously hidden aspects of a situation come to light now. The misuse of personal power, dominating or manipulating others, and the subtle ways you try to control situations or other people are issues. The tyrant in you comes out, or you find yourself dealing with the more difficult, dark, tyrannical side in other people. Also, this can be a time when you are forced to confront and deal with something which is no longer working - from old, outworn possessions to an unhealthy relationship or a deeply ingrained, self-defeating attitude.
Typical forecasts contain much more information than the above excerpt from President Bush's horoscope. Below are the STANDARD and ADVANCED versions of what a typical weekly forecast looks like--these have been generated for Paula Abdul (of course) during the week of Sept. 24, 2007.
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Typical Weekly forecast sample: STANDARD
These forecasts are much more "readable" and are what I recommend for anyone who isn't an astrology nerd. There are no date ranges, simply dates with the day of the week listed next to an astrological event with a description below. You don't need to break out a calendar to enjoy your forecasts every week.
After last week's brutal, triple-hard-aspect stress fiesta, the sun enters Libra for about a month. This represents an opportune time to make nice with anyone we've wronged, or actually-and this is a novel idea-make nice with those who have wronged us. Try it. Be the classy one. The full Aries moon on Wed 26 should inspire some enthusiasm. It would be a good day for an adventure, but heated arguments should be avoided since enthusiasm can very quickly give way to red-faced screaming. Mars enters Cancer on Fri 28 and will hang there for about 13 weeks. For best results, we should go after what we want in a sideways fashion. The predictable, straightforward path will not be as affective. (My sympathy to every Aries out there who just rolled his/her eyes.)
Personal Weekly Forecast for:
Paula Abdul
June 19, 1962 2:32 PM
Los Angeles, California
September 24, 2007 - September 30, 2007
Monday, Sep 24, 2007 Mars Conj Sun
You experience a burst of energy and are more vigorous, bold, assertive, and impatient at this time. You feel ambitious and capable of doing a lot and meeting challenges successfully. However, if your will is blocked, you become quite angry now. You are less willing to accommodate others and meet people half way. Your ego-drive and competitiveness are very strong.
Tuesday, Sep 25, 2007 Merc Sxtil Ura
You will want a break from the predictability of your usual routine and methods. You're in the mood to experiment and to learn something new. Offbeat or original ideas excite you and you will seek people who can offer you a different way of looking at things. Discovery, inventiveness, and spontaneity are major themes now.
Merc Trine Sun
You are very clear and perceptive now. It's a good time to make a decision or come to an agreement, negotiate, exchange your views with others, present your case. If you are in a profession dealing with words, ideas, or communication, this is a very productive time for you. Ideas flow, and you express your thoughts well.
Wednesday, Sep 26, 2007 Sun Sxtil Ven
Your relationships are especially affectionate and friendly at this time, and you may benefit socially or materially through an opportunity offered to you by a friend. This is a good time for parties, social gatherings, and other pleasurable activities.
Sunday, Sep 30, 2007 Merc Sqr Ven
You are more distressed than usual over any dissonance in your environment or personal relationships, and you are inclined to avoid serious discussions or real disagreements with others. Also, challenging mental work and concentration is difficult for you now.
Typical weekly forecast sample: ADVANCED
See the interpretive key below. Many people who have tried the ADVANCED version report it to be a little confusing or somewhat tiring to read. You'll notice that some of the dates at the beginning and end fall outside the Sept. 24 - Sept 30 date range. That's because those aspects still technically have influence during the week. I only recommend the ADVANCED forecasts to people who are passionate enough about astrology to want to break out a calendar every week and use it while they read their email.
After last week's brutal, triple-hard-aspect stress fiesta, the sun enters Libra for about a month. This represents an opportune time to make nice with anyone we've wronged, or actually-and this is a novel idea-make nice with those who have wronged us. Try it. Be the classy one. The full Aries moon on Wed 26 should inspire some enthusiasm. It would be a good day for an adventure, but heated arguments should be avoided since enthusiasm can very quickly give way to red-faced screaming. Mars enters Cancer on Fri 28 and will hang there for about 13 weeks. For best results, we should go after what we want in a sideways fashion. The predictable, straightforward path will not be as affective. (My sympathy to every Aries out there who just rolled his/her eyes.)
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Personal Weekly Forecast for:
Paula Abdul
June 19, 1962 2:32 PM
Los Angeles, California
September 24, 2007 - September 30, 2007
Sep 17, 2007 (Sep 7, 2007 to Sep 25, 2007) Jup Sqr Jup
The astrological influence at work now is not very powerful, but it does incline you to feel a bit restless and dissatisfied with your present situation. You feel limited and restricted by your responsibilities and impatient to achieve your larger goals.
Sep 22, 2007 (Aug 28, 2007 to Oct 23, 2007) Ura Sxtil Mars
Your energy level is high now, and you work very enthusiastically. You also are able to manage and motivate others very effectively, and you may find yourself involved in a successful and productive team effort.
Sep 23, 2007 (Sep 21, 2007 to Sep 25, 2007) Mars Sxtil Ura
Physical thrills and excitement have a strong appeal for you now, and you want to do something new and out of the ordinary. You also have a lot of energy and quick reflexes. A vigorous game of racquetball or tennis, or some other fast-moving competitive sport would be a good outlet for you now. Acting on your spontaneous impulses and following through on some of your more unusual or "crazy" desires will yield surprises, mostly positive.
Sep 24, 2007 (Sep 22, 2007 to Sep 26, 2007) Mars Conj Sun
You experience a burst of energy and are more vigorous, bold, assertive, and impatient at this time. You feel ambitious and capable of doing a lot and meeting challenges successfully. However, if your will is blocked, you become quite angry now. You are less willing to accommodate others and meet people half way. Your ego-drive and competitiveness are very strong.
Sep 25, 2007 (Sep 25, 2007 to Sep 26, 2007) Merc Sxtil Ura
You will want a break from the predictability of your usual routine and methods. You're in the mood to experiment and to learn something new. Offbeat or original ideas excite you and you will seek people who can offer you a different way of looking at things. Discovery, inventiveness, and spontaneity are major themes now.
Sep 25, 2007 (Sep 25, 2007 to Sep 26, 2007) Merc Trine Sun
You are very clear and perceptive now. It's a good time to make a decision or come to an agreement, negotiate, exchange your views with others, present your case. If you are in a profession dealing with words, ideas, or communication, this is a very productive time for you. Ideas flow, and you express your thoughts well.
Sep 26, 2007 (Sep 25, 2007 to Sep 27, 2007) Sun Sxtil Ven
Your relationships are especially affectionate and friendly at this time, and you may benefit socially or materially through an opportunity offered to you by a friend. This is a good time for parties, social gatherings, and other pleasurable activities.
Sep 30, 2007 (Sep 29, 2007 to Oct 1, 2007) Merc Sqr Ven
You are more distressed than usual over any dissonance in your environment or personal relationships, and you are inclined to avoid serious discussions or real disagreements with others. Also, challenging mental work and concentration is difficult for you now.
Oct 31, 2007 (Sep 14, 2007 to Dec 15, 2007) nep trine asc
You encounter people now who are very considerate, understanding and nonjudgmental. You are also likely to form relationships with people based on a deep level of mutual appreciation and understanding for each other. You are in touch with your more sensitive, spiritual qualities, and you are able to express a greater level of sensitivity and greater empathy than usual.
Nov 10, 2007 (Sep 17, 2007 to Dec 9, 2007) Plu Trine Ura Creative abilities that have been dormant are now awakened. This is a period when you can tap into new creative talents, and become more spontaneous and inventive. The ability to improvise and respond to situations spontaneously, rather than needing a great deal of preparation, is heightened.
INTERPRETIVE KEY:
**1. Sep 24, 2007 **2. (Sep 16, 2007 to Oct 1, 2007) **3. Jup Oppos Moon
You express good will more openly than usual now. You are eager to lend a helping hand, and are very generous. More than likely, you will make charitable donations, and spend time helping someone who can use your assistance.
**1. This is the peak (or strongest) day of the aspect
**2. This is the date range during which the aspect is affecting you, it starts out weak (on Sept. 16) grows strongest at its peak and then grows weaker again until it no longer has any influence (after Oct 1).
**3. This is the aspect. It means that transiting Jupiter is in opposition to your natal Moon.