The Indian almanac shows that good things are in store for 2013.

WE can look forward to 2013, which will be better than 2012 astrologically. Economically the New Year offers enhanced hope, cheer, prosperity and peace.

I sat down with my Vasthu Sastra and astrology master YuvarajSowma in Chennai, India, last week to analyse what the future holds for the various zodiac signs using the Indian almanac.

The Indian calendar is based on moon signs or rasi, as they are called in Indian astrology. Readers should note that Western astrology is based on sun signs. If your Western astrological star sign is, for instance, Aries, your sign following the Indian system might not necessarily be the same.

Consult an astrologer to determine your moon sign as it is too complicated to explain how to do that here.

And don’t be disheartened if your forecast indicates an unfavourable period ahead. You can avert the worst by performing prayers and spiritual activities in accordance with the faith, and doing good deeds and performing acts of charity to mitigate negative planetary forces.

It will be a positive year for those born under the signs of Vrishabha (Taurus), Simha (Leo), Dhanus (Sagittarius) and Makara (Capricorn).

Mixed results are indicated for those born under Thula (Libra) andKumbha (Aquarius), while people who come under Mesha (Aries), Mithunam (Gemini), Kartaka (Cancer), Kanya (Virgo), Vrischika (Scorpio) and Meena (Pisces) may experience obstacles and challenges.

Mesha

Mixed results are indicated and it is recommended that you seek advice from elders and seniors when making important decisions. Keep your speech and tone positive to avoid adverse situations. Pay attention to your health and think positive because your health reflects what you think.

Financial setbacks are likely from May onwards, so plan carefully and avoid unnecessary expenditure.

Avoid any new venture and keep a tight control of your finances. Enhance your spiritual development so that you will have the strength to combat challenges and difficulties.

Vrishabha

The start of a golden year with improved financial gains and prosperity. Your enemies will disappear and auspicious events will take place and bring progress to your life.

You will be able to settle outstanding loans and be motivated to purchase a property or vehicle. If you are in business, new projects will come easily and you will enjoy profits and strong partnerships.

Promotion is indicated if you are employed and socially it will be a rewarding period. And frequent travel will bring further gain.

Mithunam

Unexpected delays and travel may lead you to make irrational decisions and cause tension. Take extra care of your health and watch what you eat.

Avoid making major decisions and show more tolerance to your partner.

Remain positive to face challenges and exercise care when travelling and committing to new projects. Trouble at the workplace is indicated and some may even face transfer from their current positions.

Kartaka

You will be recognised for your efforts and your personal relationships will improve. Children will bring you happiness and journeys with important people will give joy and the desired results.

Stay away from new business ventures and curb new investments. A volatile situation may surface at the workplace as some may disagree with you.

Remain calm and stay positive when facing difficulties, and seek the company of positive people.

Simha

Harmonious relationships will prevail in your family and you will enjoy good co-operation from your siblings and children.

Your interest in spirituality and religion will deepen and you will be successful in your pursuits in such areas.

If you are in business, you will enjoy improved earnings and new ventures will give you better opportunities.

Your reputation and influence in society will grow and if you are an employee, promotion is indicated. You will travel frequently and will enjoy support from co-workers.

Kanya

Good as well as bad situations will surface simultaneously but family support will help you face the difficulties positively.

You will be encouraged to go on a pilgrimage and increase your faith in spirituality.

If you are single, you will find your life partner; if you are in a relationship, marriage is indicated.

June onwards will be a soothing phase and you will enjoy favourable health. Unexpected windfalls are likely to come and you will get opportunities to make money if you are in business.

Stay alert and give your best at work and you will be appreciated and respected.

Thula

You need to be more diligent because every area of your life demands more attention. Be attentive and observe every situation before acting on any issues.

Think carefully before you act or make a decision because you can be easily misunderstood. Your feeling of insecurity will ruin your peace of mind.

Conflicts and disappointments will dominate the first half of the year.

Employees will see changes at work and should accept them positively because these movements will bring opportunities.

Vrischika

Refrain from intimate relationships between June and October as problems are likely to surface. Your strength to handle challenges will be weak and this may affect your health.

Keep away from any kind of speculative activities because new ventures might turn out to be wasteful.

You should work within the existing parameters and success can be better achieved when your expenses and liabilities are reduced.

Faith in the Almighty and righteousness may safeguard you from challenges. Seek the assistance of seniors at work as they will be able to guide you positively.

Dhanus

Be selective when dealing with people because there will be positive and negative people around you. You will face ups and downs in your relationships because of difference of opinions.

The second half of the year may bring happiness related to love but the initial months are unfavourable. Profitable deals are indicated in business and strong partnerships will surface during this period.

At work, superiors will acknowledge your work and you may be rewarded with promotions and increments. Those who are in sales will be able to achieve their targets.

Makara

Take extra care of your health, which may rob you of your happiness.

Family members will misunderstand you and this may result in unnecessary disputes. Exercise patience and keep cool when handling family matters.

On the business front, you will fly high and your years of investments will show positive results.

You will be noticed, admired and praised for your intelligent work and money flow will be steady.

Travel is indicated and you will develop interest to purchase property and vehicles.

There may be a meteoric rise at work and you will be given new opportunities because of your increased confidence level.

Kumbha

Singles will see serious changes in their private life and those who are married will be blessed with a child.

The beginning of new professional success is indicated for those who are in business and those employed will get fresh opportunities and job offers.

All your secret, ambitious desires are expected to come true as great opportunities await you.

Meena

You need to have extra strength to handle difficult situations. Restlessness will haunt you from time to time and this may lead to complications and conflict.

You will be misunderstood by the people around you and even your loved ones will fail to understand you.

Exercise care in all aspects of business because financial problems will surface and your present customers may be dissatisfied. This is not an ideal time to change jobs or go into new ventures.

Control your anger and do not argue because it will worsen the situation.

Vasthu Sastra and astrology talk

T. Selva will present a talk on the astrology forecast for 2013 and the Vasthu Sastra way to create a “home sweet home” on Jan 12, 4pm, at the Centre for Pranayoga & Self Transformation, Zenith Corporate Park, Block D, Unit 41-1, Jalan SS7/26, Kelana Jaya, Petaling Jaya. Admission is free. To register, call 012-329 9713.

> T. Selva, chief news editor at The Star, is the author of the Vasthu Sastra Guide and is the first disciple of 7th generation Vasthu Sastra master Yuvaraj Sowma from Chennai, India. Selva provides tips on Vasthu Sastra on RTM’s TRAXX fm at 11.15am on the last Friday of every month. You can follow him on twitter at @tselvas. This column appears on the last Sunday of every month. The Star does not give any warranty on accuracy, completeness, usefulness, fitness for any particular purpose or other assurances as to the opinions and views expressed in this column. The Star disclaims all responsibility for any losses suffered directly or indirectly arising from reliance on such opinions and views.

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