Pythagoras was considered the “Father of Mathematics.” He is most commonly remembered for the Pythagorean Theorem, which states that the square of the hypotenuse of a right triangle is equal to the sum of the squares of the other two sides.” However, Pythagoras was primarily a mystic and philosopher. He believed that “all things equate to numbers,” numbers represent spiritual entities whose presence is felt in all existence.
Pythagoras was born 582 B.C. on the Greek Island of Samos, in the Aegean Sea. He taught, “Evolution is the law of life; Numbers is the law of the Universe; Unity is the law of God.” He believed that everything in the universe was subject to predictable progressive cycles. His means of measuring these cycles were the numbers 1 through 9. Numbers operate on the spiritual plane, while figures are for measuring on the material plane.
January Monthly Message 2008
The Universal Year 2008 = 2+0+0+8 adds to a #1 year numerologically. It is to be a year for major changes; it holds promises of being an exciting year with new adventures. The year will take on new challenges that pave the way for the next nine year cycle. It year will be a year people will demand changes to help themselves and earth. Most of the problems and disappointments of the past will tend to disappear, leaving the way open for using this time to its full advantage.
This year will be filled with new beginnings, planting new ideas; a year for new opportunities. Confidence and determination will be on the rise. There may be some emotional turmoil for those who do not want to make changes. Earth is at a crossroads so you will need to be open minded, organized and focused to avoid distractions or procrastination. For those who are ready to do so, the fruits of their labors will pay off.
Earth will be honored with new creations. Earth’s oldest symbol is represented by the turtle. The turtle has a shell which is similar to the protection that Earth has employed for centuries as her body. Earth will teach you new perceptions about time and your relationship to it. It will help you grow in harmony with your environment. When your pace of life becomes too hectic you must slow down and go with the flow.
Go within yourself and connect with your most primal essences. The turtle can not separate itself from its shell you can not separate yourself from what you do to the earth. The way to heaven is through the earth both are interconnected. It is time to see the mysteries of awakening your senses on both the physical and spiritual levels only then you can stimulate clairaudience. 
Last year 2007 Earth had labor pains for the rebirth of this year 2008. The beginning of newness for the planet so use your power of gentleness, be keen with your observation and sensitivity. Be in tune with nature and all it holds. Be a carrier of peace, show others how to open their hearts and love unconditionally. It will be a year to remember as Earth’s love will rise higher while connecting with the Universal Love energy.
A good place to start is to review your “Personal” year through numerology. In numerology, everyone has birth numbers corresponding to their “Personal” years. These numbers change with each New Year.
The Personal Year is helpful in evaluating the trend of the coming calendar year. For a clue as to what lies ahead in the coming year, calculate your personal year using this formula:
First, reduce the month and day of your birth, your birthday, to a single digit. For example, February 8th, that single digit would be (2+8 = 10) (1+0=1). Next, reduce the year for which you are making the calculation to a single digit. The year 2003 would become 5. Now, add the single digit representing your birthday to the single digit representing the year in question. Thus, 2003 is a 6 personal year with these dates.
Calculate your personal year and see the likely trend of events for the year:
The Meaning for each Personal Year:
1 Personal Year — This year is one for new beginnings it is an energizing force for success. It is time for you to put your ideas into action. A 1 personal year symbolizes ambition, invention and progression. Negative aspects of this 1 personal year can bring out the egotistical, selfish or eccentric energy in you.
2 Personal Year — A year to balance your personal life and career. It will be a slower moving year, which will help you gather information to fulfill any circumstances that need to be cared for. A 2 Personal year symbolizes understanding, receptivity and cooperation. The negative 2 aspects can make you vacillate or shy about making progress for your life changes.
3 Personal Year — Is a year of high emotions, one that needs to be calmed by using your creativity. Your Emotions are like gas to an automobile, the driving force, gas, is your energy. The #3 year constructively is to be artistic, sociable and enthusiastic about life. The negative 3 aspects to watch for include being overly critical, superficial and careless.
4 Personal Year — You will find security and stability important this year. You will desire security above all else, whether it is economic or emotional. Create your own security by sensibly conserving your resources, then you will feel a strong sense of stability. It’s time to look around to see if you want to make changes in your life. When making any changes it is necessary to build a strong foundation that will last and support you.
You can’t afford a flimsy foundation, so work diligently and precisely to establish yourself as a strong individual. Concentration, dependability and organization are constructive highlights for this year. The negative 4 energy can reveal that side of you that is stubborn, self-righteous and phlegmatic.
5 Personal Year — Freedom to live according to your precepts is essential to your spirit. It’s a fast year that will include travel and selling your ideas to others. You will know how to change conditions cleverly and quickly to ease any situation. Constructively, a #5 personal year is reflected in the ability to be adaptable, be progressive by using your resourcefulness. A negative 5 manifests its self in irresponsibility, carelessness and thoughtlessness.
6 Personal Year — You will notice family and relationships are more important in a 6 year. You will feel compelled to show others what to do and how to do it. Your chief concern is for those you love and serve. It’s an emotional year, its best to do creative work for your personal life and career. Constructively, a 6 personal year brings compassion and convention. A negative 6 is being overly proud, worrisome and opinionated.
7 Personal Year — It’s a year for many changes in your attitude, it’s important not to create any unnecessary interruptions for this year. Flow with the changes, accept what you have created. If you don’t like what you have created or the foundation built over the last six years, then meditate to make the necessary changes. A 7 personal year means using your intuition, poise and spirituality for success. On the negative side, your #7 personal year could find you are too critical, melancholy and skeptical.
8 Personal Year — Power and money is what this year is all about. Use it constructively you then will surpass any obstacle in your way. To use this year’s energy constructively is to be an organizer and leader; you will flow in a special balance. A negative 8 will manifest in intolerance, stubbornness and stress.
9 Personal Year– 9 is an ending cycle it is the best time to conclude any unfinished business. Clean out your closets, organize your life and rest. It is best not to start or purchase anything new, as it is an ending cycle if you do, don’t be surprised if it doesn’t last long. In a constructive 9 personal year, you are tolerant, humane and creative. It is a highly emotional year. It is best to take hikes, meditate and have a creative outlet. The negative 9 aspects reflect that which is emotional, egocentric, or dissipating.
A Thought to help start the New Year:
- Release everything that does not nourish or sustain you.
- Envision your future in ways that will support you.
- You will need quiet uninterrupted time through out this forceful year.
- Begin by cleaning your house. This will create a fresh space. Give things away that you no longer need. If they are valuable, give them to friends.
- Forgive anyone who has hurt you. When you hold on to past pain, created from others you can make yourself a prisoner within yourself. The present cannot be fully lived
- Make a special effort to be healthy and happy. Know your prosperity is in your new living space for this New Year.
- Use the power of your gentleness. Be keen with your observation and sensitivity. Be in tune with nature and all it holds. Be carriers of peace and show others how to open their hearts, love unconditionally.
- “The highest good is like water. Water gives life to the ten thousand things and does not strive. It flows in places people reject and so is like the Tao. In dwelling, be close to the land. In meditation, go deep in the heart. In dealing with others, be gentle and kind.
In speech, be true. In ruling, be just. In business, be competent. In action, watch the timing.” By Tao Te Ching.
Happy New Year.
A toast to your success, health, wealth and happiness for the year 2008
Shirley J Smith 