posted October 16, 2005 09:47 AM         

I found specially enlightening the analysis on “Cycles”, “Pinnacles” and “Challenges”

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CYCLES
The destiny is divided into 3 great cycles, each governing us for specific durations throughout our life. The Seed cycle begins at birth and colors our experiences through childhood and adolescence. During the year nearest our 28th birthday, we move into the Fruit cycle which remains throughout the middle part of our life until the year nearest our 56th birthday, and the Harvest cycle carries on from there. Taken all together, the cycles show us our particular path that will lead to the fulfillment of our destiny.

Mine are:

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Seed: 9
When the 9 is the seed cycle it can be a very difficult time, because the requirement of selflessness is an antithesis of the natural desire for validation and acknowledgment. The child usually feels very alone, and set apart from the rest of the family. Sometimes they feel as if they were adopted, or they are aware at a young age that their relationship to their family is very temporary. Nine's usually set off in search of their destiny at a young age as they feel much older than their years.

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I’m 28 this year. And my life until now has been exactly as it is described above. I always thought of myself as the black sheep in the flock of my family. Very alone and misunderstood. Looked at with suspicion and recrimination. I never belonged and I never felt part of them. I always felt older than I was. I gritted my teeth to grow fast and disappear from their lives. I went abroad when I was 23 with no intention of coming back. I never missed them too much. I longed for a life of my own.

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Fruit: 1
Initiation, independence, ambition and self-reliance are the key words during this cycle. It is a good time to work on the development and expression of original, and creative ideas. Self-confidence, strength of character and will are prevalent and success in your own business is likely.

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Well!!! This stage is starting now!!! And yes, I’ve grown very self-reliant… My proffesional life is shooting up… It looks promising,

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Harvest: 6
During this cycle you are likely to be surrounded by loved ones, neighbors, flowers, and pets. All revolves around your home and the magnetism of your warmth and love. Helping those in need is a common aim for the 6, and it is a good time to volunteer or organize fund raisers for your favorite charities.

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That’s exactly the kind of old age I’ve always dreamt of. I wish it’s true… It’s also my karmic lesson, with a Libra North Node…

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PINNACLES
The four pinnacles reveal the high spots or heights of attainment that we are likely to encounter as we move along the path of our life. The 1st pinnacle lasts from birth to around age 28. The 2nd pinnacle lasts for 9 years after that. the 3rd pinnacle lasts 9 more years, and the 4th pinnacle carries on through the rest of our life. The peak of the pinnacle is reached during the next 1 personal year. Pinnacles are like sudden inheritances from a benevolent aunt, they can transform the prevailing energies completely and suddenly. It is useful to look ahead and prepare for our pinnacles so that we can maximize their gifts to us and shape them into the most positive manifestation.

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First Pinnacle: 1
This is the time for initiation, launching, and standing alone. When the 1 pinnacle occurs during childhood, it can be a difficult time because the inner sense of security is not yet developed and so the urge for self-reliance can be quite bewildering, both for the child and for the parent.

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Again the same theme… Standing alone and unprotected while growing…

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Second Pinnacle: 7
This is a period of rest, contemplation, and philosophizing. There is a desire to dig deep into the mysterious recesses of self and ancient knowledge. Intuition and receptivity to the inner voice is very strong now and you are aware that little or no effort or action is required in the usual sense, everything flows into place in perfect timing.

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I only started to get attracted to the occult a few years ago. I’m 28 now. I’ve been growing more and more intuitive, a bit psychic… I’ve stopped fighting as hard as I used to… Everything falls into place…

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Third Pinnacle: 8
Good judgment, practical decisions and disciplined efforts are magnetizing abundance and prosperity to you during this period of accomplishment. Business and material success is very possible at this time, so think big!

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In 9 years time… I’ll be 37. Until I’m 46… I can see that happening. I’ve always been career oriented.

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Fourth Pinnacle: 6
Children and animals flock to your nurturing energy now. Surround yourself with beauty and harmony and loving companions. Your wise advise is a benefit to all.

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After an intense proffesional life, after the war is won, then it comes peace. My North Node again.

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CHALLENGES
The three challenges show us the major influences demanding our attention during specific sections of our lifetime. The 1st challenge influences the years from birth to age 28. The 2nd challenge takes over from age 28 to 52, and the third affects us our whole life. Challenges shape our attitudes and can affect our health. These vibrations that challenge us, cause either an exaggeration of the associated qualities or a lack of them, both of which are extremes which need to be brought into balance.

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First Challenge: 8
As children, 8's either had role models who exemplified power and success and the freedom that seemed to bring, or they had no image or encouragement to learn the value of money and material possessions. Either way, as young adults they develop an unbalanced view towards money and acquisition. They may believe that money buys love and affection or freedom, or they may spend everything that comes their way on frivolity without concern for every day financial responsibilities.

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Second Challenge: 5
As the challenge of adaptability the 5 is presented with an endless buffet of experiences from which to choose. Changes are either sought or forced until the 5 learns the dance of mutability, along with enough experience and knowledge to fill several lifetimes. The challenge is to find a balance between valuing freedom, food, sex and change too much or too little. Once a balance is achieved 5's can entertain the masses with their countless stories, and make money at it as well!

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OK, this is now… Changes… Yes… I’ve been looking for them for so long… Always had an issue with freedom. I need it to breathe but then I crave for security… Strong Sagittarian influences with Saturn in the 9th house…

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Third Challenge: 3
The 3 is the challenge of expression. It is telling us to stop standing in the corner and to get out in the limelight. Dance, sing, paint, write, act, laugh and shower our gifts of creative inspiration on all the people around us. Those with the 3 challenge are usually shy or unsure of their talents and afraid of criticism. Personal appearance is also an issue with this challenge, as insecurity about one's appearance can lead to too much or too little emphasis upon it. A balance needs to be found between extravagance and mousiness, and it helps to remember that other people are much too concerned about themselves to be judging our looks or talents very seriously.

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We’ll see!!! It’s weird this appears from my fifties onwards. I have issues with that now…

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posted October 16, 2005 12:32 PM         

Heres my cycle numbers:

Seed 6
Fruit 7
Harvest 6

posted October 16, 2005 03:38 PM         

Seed 5
Fruit 5
Harvest 22

posted October 16, 2005 10:33 PM         

I'm also 28

The info felt pretty accurate to me.