Annual Profections is a time-lord technique from Hellenistic astrology that helps people understand the focus or theme of each year in their life. It’s based on the idea that every year of your life is ruled by one of the 12 astrological houses, each of which represents different areas of life. This technique can show which parts of your life might get more attention, growth, or even challenges for a specific year.
Here’s a simple breakdown:
House-based Timing: Each year, we “move” one house forward in the zodiac wheel, starting with your 1st house at birth. So, when you’re 1 year old, you’re in a 2nd house year; when you’re 2 years old, a 3rd house year; and so on. This cycle repeats every 12 years.
House Themes: Each house represents certain themes:
- 1st House (ages 0, 12, 24, etc.): Self, identity, health, appearance
- 2nd House (ages 1, 13, 25, etc.): Money, possessions, values
- 3rd House (ages 2, 14, 26, etc.): Communication, siblings, short trips
- … and so on through all 12 houses.
Planetary Focus: The planet ruling each year’s house (based on your natal chart) becomes extra important. For instance, if you’re in a 10th house year and Capricorn rules your 10th house, Saturn (Capricorn’s ruler) will be significant for that year, influencing career and public image.
How to Use Annual Profections
- Identify the House Year: Find your age and see which house it corresponds to.
- Review the House Themes: Think about how these themes might play out for you.
- Consider the Ruling Planet: Look at where that planet is in your chart and consider its qualities.
To help you, here’s a downloadable worksheet to record your annual profections! It includes a 12-house wheel so you can fill in your main life themes for each year and keep track as you move through the cycle. You can reflect on each year’s events and see how they match up with the house themes over time. Enjoy discovering the unique rhythm of your life’s journey!
