Health will be under duress for most part of the year. There will be many mental battles to be fought. Stress could lead to elevated blood pressure levels. There is the likelihood of your feeling of alienation that makes you depressive. There will be expenditure incurred on health. 

There could be ongoing problem of diabetes, thyroid or liver mal-function. There will be issues due to some genetic problem. There could also be ailments stemming from imbalance of wind, low blood pressure and pain in the knees. There is also a possibility of skin inflammation and stomach ailments but they will be cured soon. Keep a check on your cholesterol levels. And also exercise due care when dealing with old machinery and rusted parts.

This year will be a lot better than the previous year in terms of business. It will be easy for you to receive a loan and to seek expert advice also. If you are starting a new innovation in you existing business, you can expect help to come by in the form of land grants, waivers, technical aid etc. if the scheme is amenable to it. However, if you are looking at starting a new venture itself, there will be obstacles and its success is suspect. It is also possible that some policy changes create a lot of confusion for you.

Financial problems that you are facing could be reduced as you are able to figure out ways of getting the required funds together. If you want to purchase land or an asset by rendering payment in installments, it will be possible in near future. Expenses will be incurred on electrical gadgets and machinery. Those engaged in pharmaceutical, software or coaching business will do well. 

Travel will figure largely this year. You should try to postpone any plans that have been made for February and October as there are chances of discomfort and losses in this time through travel. Some individuals could get a chance to travel abroad to pursue a technical course. Students will have a tough time trying to concentrate in studies between January to May this year.

There are strong indications of addition to family. There could be a birth or a marriage. Those individuals who are eligible and willing could tie the knot and the suitable time for this is from the month of May to July and then later in the month of September. There could be a phenomenal responsibility that lands on your shoulders and you will be able to fulfill it with ease. 

There could be some health problem to partner/ spouse between the months of January and May. There will be pressure on your marriage. Try and accommodate varying views. It will do well to listen to the other side of the story also before getting angry. You are very likely to get temperamental in this phase and this will take a toll on your relationships. You WILL have to make an effort to hold on to the people you love.
 

Monthly Snapshot Predictions for Leo in 2009 according to Indian Astrology

Jan-Feb-Mar

The month of January is likely to be a tough one where there will be an increase in the anger and you will become more temperamental. There will be some rivals/ enemies who try to derail the processes that you have set in motion. You could feel as if new ideas and solutions are eluding you. Clarity of thought will not be there. You could be tense but your confidence in yourself will stay. There will be support from family. Refrain from trusting people blindly. 

The month of February almost continues on the same note and you will go from one office to the other, one place to another to get your work rolling. Do not be surprised if you find resistance to your plans and ideas. There will be a disruption of routine, where you are not able to pay attention to your diet or sleep. This in turn will keep you edgy and likely to flare up at the least possible provocation. Speech will become harsh. Avoid arguments or street altercations. Unnecessary expenditure will increase. 

The month of March is likely to find you a bit more resigned to whatever is happening around you. It is not as if you give up, but the anger begins to subside and you try and analyze things a bit more closely. You will be low on energy as health takes a beating. There will be problems related to cough, wind imbalance and some ailment in the eyes. Family renders adequate support. You still need to remain very cautious about the moves of your rivals or any discordant member in your team itself.   

Apr-May-Jun

You are likely to have increased social interactions and community work. There will be added social prestige and people look up to you. Work load on the professional front is also likely to increase. There will be a load on your mind that keeps stress on in a huge way for you. There are indications of travel but you could be greatly inconvenienced during it. Interest in spirituality and religious matters also gets heightened and there could be some expenditure incurred on such an activity.

The month of May could be full of trials and tribulations for you as issues on almost all fronts are likely to crop up and test your patience. One of the plans that you have operationalised could develop a snag. There could be some notions that are essentially baseless yet they hold a sway over you and possess your mind. Travel could be full of discomfort and expenditures are likely to mount. Some rituals or ceremonies will be undertaken. There will be disagreement with family members and you may not get the cooperation that you expect from them. 

The month of June comes as a breather for you where you are relaxed and relieved as things start to fall in place, bit by bit. Things improve dramatically at workplace and the obstructions and hurdles from administration/ government are overcome. There will be increase in your self confidence and morale is also boosted considering the positive movement that registers. There will be addition to the family or there will be quite a few guests to be entertained. Short distance travel will be beneficial.

Jul-Aug-Sep

The month of July also is an average month, but considering what you have gone through, an average month is definitely better than a bad one. There will be expansion in your work sphere. There will be increased responsibilities at home. Your monetary situation remains more or less the same. There will be help from the spiritual mentors and this gives you a lot of courage to go on. You could possibly be going on a pilgrimage and it is during this journey that you could meet someone phenomenal. 

The month of August moves on an even keel where your work keeps moving at a steady pace. Luck will favour you and there will be some new contract won, or a breakthrough, or support from the superiors for those employed in services. There will be expenditure on auspicious activities. Health could be under duress though and there could be trouble related to eyes. You could also have persistent headaches and problems in the facial region are also not ruled out.

There could be purchase or an asset in the month of September. You could be adding objects of material comfort to your home. There will be excessive expenditure and if you have children, they could be doing quite a bit of spending too. Even though you find yourself in a bit of a spot financially, if you manage things wisely, you will be able to tide through. Try not to get flustered. Being in the move without focus will only drain you out. Friends will render support and strength.
 
Oct-Nov-Dec

The month of October is a good one for the individuals born under this sign of the zodiac. You are likely to see many of your pending works come through. There will be support and cooperation from superiors and those in authority. There will be visible enthusiasm and verve returning to you and you will find yourself brimming with confidence. You could be participating in festivities and religious programme. There is also the likelihood of travel to a beautiful holiday spot.

There will be a lot of respite flowing in the month of November as you find yourself rid of old debts. There will be improvement in health and if you have been suffering from an ailment for long. There could also be a resolution of some long standing disputes. You will be suitably rewarded for your hard work, with regard to a certain special project. You will try to device newer schemes for increasing monetary gains. Participation in ceremonies and rituals is also indicated. 

The month of December could be a bit trying for you. There will be enhanced social status for you but a new problem crops up in the form of rivals/ enemies or jealous individuals in your environment. These individuals will be successful to some extent in harming your interests. There will be increased profits in business/ increased inflow of money but there will be equally increased expenses which will negate the gains. You need to keep building up on your spiritual reservoir and you will see yourself tide over any troubles.

Performance of these life optimizing remedial measures given below will ensure that new opportunities come in your life and obstacles and impending conditions are kept in check. Utilize timeless wisdom to forge ahead in life with enthusiasm and prosperity.

1. Wear a consecrated and energized Saturn Rudraksha Pendant. The Saturn Rudraksha Pendant will protect you from rivals, give mental peace and freedom from anxiety. This will bring in considerable relief from the third phase of the Saturn cycle that you are undergoing. This is even more relevant for those individuals who are having problems in marriage and interpersonal relationships and facing delays and obstacles in professional life.
   
   

2. Mantra to be chanted: Sun Mantra/Surya Mantra : OM HRAANG HREENG HROUNG SAH SURYAY NAMAH. This is the mantra for planet Sun which rules your moon sign Leo. Sun stands for power, victory and authority. Use this mantra to get strength and vitality from your planetary ruler. The mantra can be chanted 11, 27, 54 or 108 times every morning.
   
   

3. Birth Sign Gemstone: Ruby/Red Garnet/Red Tourmaline in Ring Finger in gold. Buy a Sattvik Natural Ruby Gemstone. This remedy should be done after consultation with a competent and a certified planetary Gemologist. Astro Journey now provides Government certified natural gemstones. Send a mail to: vedicastro4u@usa.net for the gemstone policy.
   

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Dear Leo these dates have been calculated according to the transits of the moon. Use these dates for maximizing your life potential. On lucky dates you can expect career developments, mental peace, meeting important people etc. On unlucky dates you can expect quarrels and confrontations, health problems, anxiety and mood swings. Go all out on your lucky dates and keep a low profile on negative and unlucky dates. If a date occurs on both sides of the table it means a mixed day. Experience the power of Vedic Astrology with these dates. If you keep statistical records you will realize potential of these dates calculated according to the movement of the moon.

Month	Lucky Dates	Unlucky Dates
Dec	1,2,3,4,5,7,8,9,12,13,19,20,21,22,23,29,30,31	5,6,7,14,15,16,24,25,26

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