Jupiter will move into the sign of Gemini on June 11, 2012 bringing an expansion of communication and its technologies for the coming 12 months. As much as smart-phones continue to wow us with new features, we will be further amazed by rapid and surprising advancements. I am predicting that voice to text technology, now in its infancy, will become a more seriously considered standard feature in phones and computers.

Those who have been disheartened by the fact that young people are growing without the need for handwriting, and are instead dependant on their keyboard, are likely to feel further dismayed as typing becomes less necessary once our computers and devices ask us only to speak. We should see leaps in this phenomenon, as Jupiter in Gemini will speak harmoniously with Uranus in Aries, planet of new technologies. Emailing will also take on new characteristics, as providers expand features and introduce new ways to send electronic messages.

The internet has allowed niche communities to flourish, and there will be no shortage of this trend. There will be a revival of personally tailored technologies and websites, as people will be bombarded with only the information they want and little else. Education should also become more personalized, with several school systems launching unique programs and skills-based training specific to an expanding niche market. This could create over-specialization further down the road, but will make the educational process more inviting and rewarding.

The forecasts below describe the trends for the upcoming year for each of us, while Jupiter blesses a different part of our lives individually.

ARIES (March 21-April 19): Even the most introverted of your sign will find reason to be out and about. There are plenty of random interactions and enlightening conversations with friends and others in your neighborhood. You’ll find yourself in love with the area you live in. Your mind is especially bright, as you take on new skills with ease. It’s a good year to write that book you’ve been planning. Consider short courses and workshops that introduce you to new people and information. In love, you are in the mood to talk it out. Whether single or attached, the bond must have a mental connection if it is to hold your interest.

TAURUS (April 20-May 20): The Universe has been gently leading on a journey this last year. You’ve been encouraged to trust your passions, believe in possibilities, and allow fortunate closures to take place. Sometimes, Jupiter has to leave your sign before you fully appreciate the gifts that were bestowed, for the understandings you’ve had will be with you for years to come. Now, you translate your self-belief into increased financial status. You are being encouraged to take a good look at what you think you are worth with an empowering lens. In love, the person who raises your esteem is the one worth being with.

GEMINI (May 21-June 20): You are ready to launch with optimistic plans. Where your heart is, so are your blessings. This is the time to be open to a more optimistic vision of your life and to believe in your potential to achieve it. Sometimes Jupiter in your sign can bring endings that, in hindsight, you are grateful for. What takes root now has the potential to blossom for many years to come. Trust yourself, your interests, and what makes you happy. This is a classic symbol for signing a power deal that takes your message to the masses. In love, you trust yourself above all else. If a connection doesn’t feel right, that’s enough to let it go.

CANCER (June 21-July 22): No matter how lofty your aims have been, with faith in your heart and the omens on your side, you see your way to an inspiring achievement. The year is filled with many mystical moments, affirming there is a loving hand guiding your life however you choose to define it. The best way to use this vibration is to actively cultivate some spiritual practice, like meditation or yoga that encourages you to experience union. There can be an escapist tendency, but also the impetus to heal any addiction issues. Connect to spirit now, because a year from now, you’ll carry that faith into a new life. In love, the unspoken connection of potential soul-mates is the only one that matters.

LEO (July 23-Aug. 22): Your friendships take on a new life, as you find renewed companionship and camaraderie in groups. You may meet lots of new people now. They will likely be casual acquaintances, but you’ll enjoy their company immensely. A part of you is determined not to sell out, however you define that, and you’re perfectly happy to go your own way to do what you love as an independent agent. Your greatest prosperity will come when you focus on your goals and achieving the career aims that matter to you. In love, a friend may very well become a lover, or you rekindle the friendship you have with your partner.

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22): It’s a big career year for you, with many opportunities to move up the ladder and see success find you. Some Virgos will use this to pursue optimistic changes with a practical bent. Others might find themselves inspired to go in brand new directions. When you consider the big goals you desire to accomplish, you unleash magic. Many Virgos will take this blessing and use it to get a job, or otherwise make practical progress. You’ll win in any interview setting as authority figures will be eager to see the best in you. In love, shared goals matter most. The person who can help you achieve your aims will also claim your heart.

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 22): Jupiter’s move into Gemini works especially harmoniously with your sign, encouraging you to see yourself and your place in the world more expansively. Matters of higher education go especially well, whether that includes graduating or returning to school. Similarly, the funds you need to support your credential seeking aims have a way of being there for you, especially from scholarships, fellowships, and grants. You will likely catch the travel bug and have a desire to explore, or take on a new adventure that takes you to new lands or new philosophical ideas. In love, your soul is stirred when you’re with people who encourage you to see more of the world. Attractions to people of other ethnicities are likely, in love and in friendship.

SCORPIO (Oct. 23-Nov. 21): Your finances will get a boost, especially when you are seeking funding for your dreams. Your relationship with banks, insurance companies, and income tax agents are set to go exceptionally well. This is the year to make your requirements known and to receive benefits, bursaries, and loans with exceptionally good terms. You come to know you are deeply cared for, emotionally and financially, by others and a kind Universe. Let people show you they care. In love, your romantic life lights up. Scorpios in an established relationship will find new moments of bonding. For those single, only the most soul-stirring attractions will do.

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21): You start one of the best cycles for partnership. Whether love or business, you have an uncanny ability to connect with the perfect people who can move you towards a more rewarding life. You can make mutually profitable partnerships with ease. Your most prosperous ideas arise when in one on one conversation. With your ruling planet opposite your sign this year, you can see your dreams. Even when they feel far, you are willing to work for them, largely because of the support of others. In love, if you have hoped for a new love, or just a breath of fresh air in an established bond, you’ll have plenty of moments that lead you to believe in the power of partnership.

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19): Work and employment improves notably, as you find your workplace environment becomes a much friendlier place. The people you want to leave might make a gentle exit, or you’ll find new people arriving with a lively spirit and fresh ideas. There is support in the workspace, both for your shared work related goals or on more personal levels. Those Caps looking for work have the chance to transfer to, or find, work environments that foster your best. Your health gets a positive boost. You’ll see the most effective and fun actions you can take to empower your overall feeling of well-being, giving you the chance to make effective and welcome changes in habits. In love, look around at your gym or the coffee shop you frequent everyday. Those attached will find their partner a great buddy in any fitness regimen.

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18): A spirit of fun and delight returns. You sense that the most meaningful occurrences for this year of your life will happen only when you relax and enjoy yourself. Be sure to buy your lottery tickets, especially in July. A windfall could land in your lap as a result of a well-played hunch. If you are hoping to have children, you could find yourself delighted with news of a new life. Whatever you consider your baby, whether person or project, gets much of your time, creative energy, and provides many moments of sheer joy. You move closer to a feeling of fulfillment. The needed spirit for love to flourish opens up when a lighthearted curiosity returns. You can be especially flirtatious, as you feel confident in your ability to attract and hold interest.

PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20): You are considering matters of home. Whether it is the physical space you live in, or the skin you are in, you’ll have a desire to make it more comfortable. Troublesome roommates could leave, while wonderfully compatible ones enter. If you are looking to buy or sell, you are in a great time to get a favorable deal to your liking, and find a place you love. You might be in the mood to redecorate, with an eye towards comfort and inspiration. Your living space becomes a more inviting place. Home based businesses are especially blessed, as you see an expansion and more activity. Considering what you need to feel safe, both in your heart and in your home, makes this year an important one. In love, people from your past or those associated with your childhood place are especially likely to make a connection with you. You feel rooted in the common bonds you share with your partner.