2012 is the year for you to exercise patience. The fruits of your karma will manifest when the time is right. Even if things seem slow, a welcome change will be just around the corner for those who believe, says Swati Prakash, wiccan healer, tarot card reader and head of Tarot India Network as she predicts what 2012 has in store for the Indian working professional.

Aries
This year, you will be back with your past. Colleagues and associates you haven't heard from in a while will soon be at your doorstep again. You will recover something you lost. Your ex-employer may want you back. If any altercations happened in 2011, healing and forgiveness are on their way. A new job seems to be on its way and you have to keep your mind and heart open. Exciting developments are happening this year in your life. Your promotion will depend on how many new responsibilities you can take on. Try not to overload yourself with work in your present job. Look for opportunities abroad and outside your comfort zone. Use lucky charms and amulets for new job attraction.
Lucky colour: Peach
Lucky stone: Rhodocrosite
Affirmation: I now heal and reconcile with my past as I see the good in everything that went by.

Taurus
This year, you make several huge strides ahead on your career path. A work-related journey will benefit you greatly. Promotions and progress will be well-deserved. Do not let people pull you down. You will learn how to end a work relationship that did nothing but harm your self image. A new beginning will take place as soon as an old door shuts. You will be more determined and focused on your goals than ever before. Some of you will shift to a better place of work or even migrate.
Lucky colour: Purple
Lucky stone: Amethyst
Affirmation: My life path is now taking me ahead to a happier and more prosperous state of being.

Gemini

There are no shortcuts to success, and this year is meant for you to realise and apply this wisdom. Honesty is indeed the best policy this year. You will face issues concerning work ethics and trust with colleagues. Your truth will emerge stronger as a result. New friends will emerge at work and people you thought were friends will drift away. As the dust settles down, you will begin to get more appreciation and rewards from your colleagues and seniors. All issues will resolve eventually. The month of June brings new choices to you. You may find yourself at crossroads, trying to determine which path to take. Right use of intuition will prove beneficial. A loved one brings you new ideas and helps you make more improvements in your career life.
Lucky colour: White
Lucky stone: Clear Quartz
Affirmation: My honesty and integrity help me manifest the best in my career now.

Cancer
You will find partnerships and associations enthralling. You will fall in love with your work again. Passion and motivation will be rising through the year. You have a magical way of handling people and making them cooperate with you now. Make the most of your natural charm. Some hindrances may appear on your way to success. Known and unknown forces may try to block your way. You are however very determined and focused on your self growth. You may have to project your aura more strongly and fight for the post you deserve. You will multi-task and handle many things efficiently. Make a vision-board and write or paste on it all achievements you wish to create this year, and place it where you can see it daily, and soon you will see them manifesting.
Lucky colour: Pink
Lucky stone: Rose Quartz
Affirmation: I gather support from the universe now to achieve all my goals and desires.

Leo
This year teaches you not to be disheartened. You will finally free yourself from all expectations and feel yourself rising over petty politics. You will find that misunderstandings are truly superficial and you should not let them affect you and your work. If something doesn't seem to work out now, it just means a better offer is on its way. Some of you may feel very sensitive and hurt by what people have to say. Learn to take criticisms well. Take a new course to enhance your pay-scale. Learn manifestation secrets and gain more abundance in your life. Courage and rationality help you obtain a new position that enhances your portfolio. A boss will exercise his power to get the ball rolling in your favour if you prove your worth.
Lucky colour: Gold
Lucky stone: Lodestone
Affirmation: I love myself and my work now, and make the best of all my capabilities.

Virgo
Many messages are coming your way. Try to hear the divine voice in every communication you receive. Someone will try to spread rumors and gossip but you will ensure that it does not dilute your focus. This individual is merely testing your wisdom and maturity and the way you handle it will ultimately put you in a better light. You will benefit through a workshop or course in stress management. A woman in power will help you create change. By August, you will manifest a better work environment. You will also have more magnetism and will draw significant new job prospects your way. You will face competition in present job as well as in new offers that come to you. Try to cast a spell to gain victory and promotions. Someone will bring good news to your doorstep in a short while.
Lucky colour: Blue
Lucky stone: Turquiose
Affirmation: I rise above problems and release all doubts through a higher state of self. 

Libra
This year is a speedy and breezy one for some and stormy for some others. What's good is that you do not stagnate in a corner. The challenge is that you have to be on your toes and make things happen at a magical pace. Try to find some time to slow down and reconnect with your inner self now and then. Learning energy healing skills is very advisable this year. You will connect with positive universal vibrations and multiply your luck. Suddenly, new opportunities will open up. Bright chances of promotion are just around the corner. Some things you daydream of will start to happen; so keep your thoughts very positive. More money will flow into your life soon so be unafraid to make a wish for financial increments.
Lucky colour: Red
Lucky stone: Garnet
Affirmation: I am now at ease with myself and all my work is smooth and wonderfully managed.

Scorpio
You will find new ways to overcome your limitations this year. Intelligence and intuition will both be valuable now. You need to think out of the box and discover new and better applications of your many talents. Exciting pathways will open up as the year turns again. You need to be less rigid and more easygoing in life. Perfectionism at work may make others feel bogged down. You could be in a position to influence others who depend on you for guidance and advise. Do not judge people harshly, including yourself. A promotion comes to you mid-year. New awards and rewards are bestowed upon you for your many successes.
Lucky colour: Silver
Lucky stone: Moonstone
Affirmation: I am free of all limitations. Nothing binds me or keeps me away from my goals now.

Sagittarius
This year, you realise that stress is not such a bad thing afterall. You will show true strength and emotional intelligence. You may have to exert some pressure on others to get some of your work done. Use positive statements and visualise that you have already achieved what you seek. Your romantic soulmate will motivate you to grow in your career. You will take a journey overseas to solve a certain problem and achieve success. Many of you will earn more this year than before and save steadily to create new assets. You may learn how to value your present job and to grow vertically in your career instead of switching jobs often. A practical, loyal and steady approach helps you attain career progress.
Lucky colour: Orange
Lucky stone: Amber
Affirmation: I have amazing inner power through which miraculous solutions are transpiring.

Capricorn
This year truly rings in the new for you. You will be adventurous and open to change. You will raise your standards and want the best for yourself. An offer will be available for your consideration and action. You may be spontaneous and impulsive in your decisions. You may decide to ask for a raise soon. A fair decision will be taken by those in power. Some of you will sever ties with the past. A new boss is foreseen for many of you. You are advised to keep your ideas and thoughts to yourself and let your work do the talking. Think twice before speaking out aloud. You will make a lot more things happen through mind power than mere verbal or physical efforts. Learn mind power skills and watch your career graph steep higher.
Lucky colour: Yellow
Lucky stone: Citrine
Affirmation: I dream big and achieve big possibilities that enhance my life wonderfully.

Aquarius
This is quite a lucky year for most Aquarians. The tide turns in your favour and your destiny throws you a red carpet welcome. You will have to maintain your balance through this all and know that everything depends on your inner state. Keep being positive. You may decide to be more patient with colleagues. Learn to accept new offers gracefully, while at the same time feeling happy about your present position and achievements. Prosperity will be showered upon you by close associates and clients. A trip abroad will prove lucky. You may sign a contract by the end of this year that brings significant changes in your work relationships.
Lucky colour: Indigo
Lucky stone: Sugilite
Affirmation: I am in tune with my highest destiny as everything is working in my favor now.

Pisces
This year helps you attain stability and inner peace. You find that you no longer have to chase your goals and dreams. You will be composed and still in any situation. A lot of time, energy and money will be saved by your conservative attitude. You may be an angel to someone and your karma will return to you manifold. A new offer will work out beautifully by October. You will find that one of your long cherished wishes has come true and your career life will get a significant boost as a result. Some promotions that were about to come your way seem to get delayed but you will get even more soon if you be patient. Resist the temptation to get into any ego conflicts and learn meditation everyday.
Lucky colour: Green
Lucky stone: Jade
Affirmation: I am now kind and helpful to myself and others