~first~, when you read your 4 Essence and 6 Personal Year chapters, you may have noticed they have little in common. However, they do share an important trait: they are both realistic and practical (although in different ways). This makes it a better combination than expected, not only for the practical areas of your life - business, finance, household - but also for your relationships, even romance.

Your Essence affects your mindset and the way you feel about the situations you will encounter. Although it is efficient and detail-oriented, the 4 can be slow and rigid. Its plodding, methodical approach can cause frustration and make you feel like you are slogging through mud.

Your 6 Personal Year affects the circumstances and events you will face this year. Unlike the 4, the 6 doesn't get hung up on details and is much better at
interacting with people. This will help the 4 speed things up and overcome personality conflicts and other relationship issues.

However, both influences tend to increase the pressure to get things done. The efficient 4 places much of its focus on career and business, and the sacrificing 6 attracts responsibilities and commitments. With so much attention devoted to tasks and obligations, you might feel a bit overwhelmed at times. Patience and persistence will be key to your success during this demanding period.

Another concern for the 6 is its tendency toward gullibility; its nurturing, sympathetic nature can make you more vulnerable than usual. Make sure to stand up for yourself.

Your greatest asset this year lies in your ability to connect with people. Romance and other close relationships are highly favored, and long-term commitments tend to work out well. Even co-workers and business partners are more likely to cooperate with you during this period.