~first~, after reading your Essence and Personal Year chapters, you might have sensed there could be issues between the withdrawn, contemplative, and mental 7, and the practical, methodical 4. They do produce challenges, but if you give each of them attention, they actually work well together.

Your Personal Year affects the world around you, the events you will encounter, and your circumstances. A 4 in this position tells us this is a year for building and productivity. It asks you to stay focused, make effort, and invest in your future.

At the same time, your 7 Essence - the internal influence that affects your state of mind - will slide into an introspective mode. It inspires you to search for value, reason, and a deeper understanding of yourself.

The numbers are clearly dissimilar. The reason their conflicting influences cooperate well, is because the majority of your daily activities (driven by the efficient, disciplined 4) can be accomplished without much interference from your soul-searching 7. They are like trains on separate tracks moving in the same direction: they move forward without getting in each other's way.

Relationships can be affected positively or negatively, especially those relating to family members and close friends. It is unlikely you will go through a 7 Essence without changing, at least to some extent, and as you change others may see you in a different light. With your attention directed toward intellectual and/or spiritual interests, some people might find it more difficult to connect with you emotionally. The solitary, contemplative 7 can make you seem distant. Romance is not particularly favored for the same reason.

 "Getting things done" will probably come easily this year and it is an important aspect of this cycle, but it is equally important to focus on personal growth. Take time to analyze and contemplate your circumstances and your priorities. Face yourself, question yourself - doing so can give rise to a remarkably insightful and enriching year.