January marks a period of completion. You have gone through a spiritual growth cycle that resulted in a better understanding of yourself. You have gained much insight. Now you are entering a time when spiritual understanding must merge with the practical and material side of life. You are moving from a 7 Personal Year, which was dominated by spiritual growth, into an 8 Personal Year, which is focused on the material aspects of your life. This may throw you a little off balance. The year begins with some confusion and self-doubt. 

Often, there is financial stress. You need to apply yourself to your career and other worldly matters. This is the year of harvesting your rewards, but before that happens, you need to prepare yourself, to regain your footing. Now you must become more aggressive and ambitious. January requires effort. It also requires a letting go of outdated and outgrown concepts, habits, and relationships. For that reason, January tends to be emotional and somewhat insecure. However, you will soon pick up momentum, and your personal power increases. 

Romantic and love-relationships experience some stresses. You are somewhat distant and aloof, which may make your partner feel left out. Spend some time reassuring your mate. 