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Progress

‘Ye are the light of the world. A city that is set on a hill cannot be hid.’

Matthew 5

Rapid progress is now possible. Your abilities are recognized and appreciated. You have the opportunity to shine in a position in which they will be used. Be sincere and generous. Your own personal progress depends on using your gifts unselfishly. The more you help someone else to flourish, the stronger your own position will become. A clear mind will enable you to shed light on all aspects of the situation at this time. Have faith in your insights and communicate them to others. Because you have the right ideas, you can have a good deal of influence on the situation. This will work to the benefit of everybody concerned. You, in turn, will receive ongoing support from the people you need.

An opportunity for personal growth

What matters here is not so much what you do as who you are. Within each one of us is a spark of divinity. When you are in touch with your inmost truth you are in contact with this spirit. As we go through life, this clear, direct vision becomes clouded over. We become hypnotized and conditioned by other people’s opinions as to what is right. Now, in order to continue making progress, you must discover your own deepest values and live by them. If your life-style is incompatible with your true nature, you cannot be happy. Have the courage of your convictions and speak your truth. Do not worry about whether or not others approve of you. What matters most of all is to live in harmony with yourself. Your life will then unfold in exactly the right way.

Further aspects of the situation

SIX AT THE BEGINNING

Do not be discouraged if others lack confidence in your abilities. Have faith in yourself. Although you may be unable to make progress at present, you will eventually succeed.

SIX IN THE SECOND PLACE

Progress is blocked. You are unable to make contact with somebody who could help you. Do not be depressed. The setback is temporary. If you persevere, the breakthrough will come. You will find the assistance you need. A woman may be helpful to you in this respect.

SIX IN THE THIRD PLACE

Although you may prefer to be totally independent, further progress depends on support from others. Do not be too proud to accept their contribution. You will find it both helpful and encouraging.

NINE IN THE FOURTH PLACE

You are offered an opportunity to make progress. Taking it would involve you in questionable activities or methods. Inevitably you would be found out. You would appear in a very bad light. Is it worth compromising yourself?

SIX IN THE FIFTH PLACE

You may be concerned because you have failed to take maximum advantage of an opportunity. Do not worry. You are in a very fortunate position. Whether or not you have left certain things undone is irrelevant. It will not affect the final outcome. The most important thing is to continue to make progress. This will ensure that everything works out successfully.

NINE AT THE TOP

Misfortune will be the result of trying to force any further developments. The situation will get out of hand. Exercise self-control. Accept that you have gone as far as you can. Avoid being aggressive towards others.