An 8 Essence in a 3 Year is particularly favorable for creative endeavors. The enthusiastic, imaginative 3 should bring plenty of opportunities to implement your creative, innovative ideas. However, to manifest that creativity you will need to make a determined effort to stay focused and disciplined. The 3 is known to be scattered and often finds it difficult to stay with the project at hand. This will be much easier next year when the disciplined, efficient 4 comes into play (the perfect complement to an 8 Essence).   

This Duality is not as ideal for business, career, or finance, which could be especially frustrating. The conflict stems from your Essence lending a highly motivated, progress-driven state of mind while the influence of your yearly cycle provides situations more suited to fun and relaxation. Both numbers are highly energetic, but one is focused and serious while the other is scattered and playful. All this energy could inspire you to take on too much, which could result in getting very little accomplished.

Relationships, including romance, are favored thanks to your charismatic, approachable 3. You should also find it easier to resolve disagreements and let bygones be bygones.

The greatest asset this cycle brings is undoubtedly your enhanced creativity and the ability to express ideas. Your practical, results-oriented attitude will also be invaluable. Your challenge is to bundle and focus these qualities toward realistic goals. You have an opportunity to manifest something worthwhile this year but focus and discipline will be needed to complete the picture.