Monday, May 30, 2016
This morning the Moon is
still active in Pisces. She is working her way toward a conjunction
with Chiron which occurs around noon EDT. She reaches Void status
after a trine with Mars Rx in Scorpio at 7:11 PM until entering Aries
at 9:10 PM.
So, even though the Moon is
quite active for the majority of the day, with only a brief VOC
period, it still doesn't seem like quite a physically active day. No,
not even with the trine to Mars nor with the entrance of the Moon
into Aries. Mars is not the red warring planet we know right now.
Therefore, aspects to him are not going to behave as they do when the
planet is direct. Aside from that, the trine occurs in water. We
should be inclined to “go with the flow” of the day moreso than
try to conquer it.
In the U.S. Today is a
holiday set aside to honor those who have fallen in battle. The
conjunction of the Moon in Pisces to Chiron and following her trine
to Mars fits the energy of the holiday by bringing remembrances,
memorials, memories, grief and tributes. This is not a sweaty sport.
But, a quiet personal event that packs emotions with it whether you
are honoring Memorial Day or not. The chance for tears is high.
However, the chance to deal with your emotions in a forthright manner
is also present with the trine to Mars Rx. Rest and rehab may
definitely be in order.
As the Moon re-activates in
Aries, Mercury finds Pluto by trine for the 3rd time since
entering his retrograde shadow (11:03 PM). This marks Mercury's
impending exit from his shadow and takes our mental body deep into
consideration in regard to what changes have occurred in our mental
bodies. Thoughts deepen and become more introspective. There is
chance of paranoia. However, the best use of this energy is to
transform our thoughts into something more healthy and solid. Common
sense is highlighted as well as an awareness of how our perspective
colors our world. There is room for remorse and grieving here as
well. Talks of battle scars and war stories could be told. Again, par
for the course in the U.S given the holiday and what it stands for.
And, again, the energy in the sky packs this theme of “remembrance”
and “memorial” even without the holiday.
The energy of the waxing
Mercury/Pluto trine carries over the day like a thick veil. With it's
perfection coming in at the end of our day, some may experience
nightmares or even an exacerbation of PTSD-like symptoms. Flashbacks
and memories. That's what this little Monday is made of. There is
also an air of moving forward by finally walking away...not
necessarily forcefully. But, gently. Quietly. Potentially with mixed
feelings...but, with finality.
Tuesday, May 31, 2016
This morning we awaken to an
active Aries Moon. Her first aspect is a flirty sextile with Venus in
Gemini at lunchtime. From here, she plays with Gemini energy a bit
more with a sextile to the Sun at 3:11 PM. We end the day on a solid
note with a trine from the Moon to Saturn at 7:44 PM.
This is a lighthearted,
impish kind of day. Lighter conversations take over as Mercury waxes
away from Pluto. We are ready to step out of sorrow and perhaps find
a little enjoyment. This comes by way of socializing, getting out for
a day trip or merely stretching our legs.
There is, however, a few
potential storms on the horizon. The first comes overnight with the
Moon's passage through the ongoing Uranus/Pluto square. She squares
Pluto at 1:36 AM and meets Uranus by conjunction just prior to noon
tomorrow. Also, even if Gemini is a happy butterfly right now, that
energy is due for a bit squishing as well. Both Venus and the Sun in
Gemini are waxing into the ongoing mutable square between Saturn,
Jupiter and Neptune. This becomes more prominent as we get closer to
the New Moon in Gemini at the end of the week.
Today, though, is gently
active and social.
Wednesday, June 1, 2016
This morning we may feel a
little unsettled...especially if we didn't sleep well, which was a
possibility. Today, we may feel antsy and a bit suffocated. If that
is the case, it's best to treat the condition with a bit of ice
water. Uranus calls for cool and calculating at it's highest
vibration. But, most often, it catalyzes things like anxiety,
nervousness and impulsiveness since that is his path of least
resistance. In other words, his energy comes forth...READY OR NOT!
And, depending on our emotional state and awareness at the time we
could be reactive instead of taking the time we need to really think
things through. In order to effectively prepare for this possibility,
it is a good idea to cut down on things that make us additionally
nervous and anxiety riddled. Cut down on caffeine and stimulants.
Drink more water. Move physically to discharge any excess or pent up
energy while donning the cool steady logic of Spock. He makes it look
so easy. It is not easy, however, to rise above that which makes an
ordinary situation emergent. However, going off half-cocked has a
history of not playing out well. So, absorb the shocks and ground
them out instead of allowing the situation to cause you to react less
mindfully. If it is a truly emergent situation, you will have the
ability to respond. Just don't let something fool you into a sense of
urgency and immediacy if the circumstance is not truly emergent.
Another effective use of
this energy is to do something that makes you feel more free. Break
routine. Take assertive initiative. Decide to do things differently
and in a way that is more supportive of a hopeful future. Turn loose
of highly emotional situations and break free from having to have
your next move dictated to you. If someone pokes you with a stick
expecting you to react violently, give them the reaction they don't
expect and completely crumble their ability to control your emotions.
Following the conjunction
with Uranus, the Moon is Void until settling down in Taurus at 10:48
PM. Meanwhile, the Sun in Gemini squares off with Neptune in Pisces
at 10:42 PM. This is squishy. Folks may not appear as they are. Some
may be hiding behind veils while others pause for a moment and
question their own identity. Who am I? What do I stand for? What am I
trying to achieve? Remember, if you catch yourself asking this
questions, you have the creative clay in your hands to shape and mold
the answers into whatever you want them to be. There is room for
positive change here.
There is a chance to develop
a more empathic approach to life in general. But, there is also a
chance for liars and thieves to emerge...wolves in sheep's clothing.
Also, many have reviewed and re-assessed the values upon which they
stand during the Mercury Rx period in Taurus. This Sun/Neptune aspect
allows us to incorporate the changes we discovered we needed to make
gently into our ego systems. We are softened where we were critical
before. We are forgiving where we were so judgmental in the past. We
have the ability to become more flexible. Just be wary of the
tendency for some to use smoke and mirrors. Make this more of an
introverted affair than extroverted one since you really can't trust
people to be as you see them right now. It's likely to feel like a
hazy water-colored world out there today in which we have the chance
to meet many unusual creatures.
On a side note, as we near
the New Moon in Gemini, I do expect weather to be an issue in several
parts of the world. Mother Nature is cleaning house indiscriminately.
While I suggest that you follow her lead by clearing out things that
block energy flow or have grown stagnant. Be wary that the
commencement of the New Moon has us rebooting in a brand new ball
game. Meaning, valuables could be washed away. Things that we project
a false identity upon could disappear. Our vows to change are tested
and tried. And, it's all likely to come as Earth swells during a huge
cleansing effort that includes things like rain, flooding, wild winds
etc. It's not the end of the world. But, for some, circumstance could
cause that feel. Physically stretching your body is a good idea right
now. The Universe calls for flexibility. It's not too late to start
becoming more bendy. Every little bit helps. Plus, please remember
playing the blame game doesn't help or fix anything. It's just a
distraction that keeps you from addressing what needs to be fixed
regardless of who is accountable for making it that way. Becoming
sure of who is to blame matters very little if you do nothing to help
the situation.
Thursday, June 2, 2016
This morning, emotional
bodies are a little more settled with the Moon in Taurus. We are
still a bit sloggy as the Sun moves away from Neptune. However,
Neptune persists as the Moon finds him by sextile in our early
evening (6:11 PM). We yearn for a soft place to land for a
nap...preferably following a hearty meal.
It's not a very ambitious
day. But, it is solid while maintaining flexibility and a bit of
sensitivity. The best way to deal with it? Allow yourself to indulge
in what makes you feel good. Simple pleasures are
highlighted...nothing too complicated...all set at a slow and steady
pace.
Know, though, that what we
want may be elusive as Venus nears in square to Neptune (12:15 AM).
We may think we want X but once we get it we find it to be oddly
unsatisfying. Or, when we reach out to grab X it evaporates through
our fingers. Or, we may really want X but can't find it. At times,
achieving what we want may seem like a pipe dream. Very far out of
reach. We could literally feel as if we are chasing a mirage in the
desert.
Still yet, though, there is
a wicked power of manifestation wrapped up in this day too. The
ability to bring elusive dreams to ground and really stand solidly on
things like wisdom and fortitude. The Moon hits a sweet spot just as
Venus squares Neptune. She dances with both Jupiter (9:37 PM) and
Pluto (2:12 AM) by trine. Grounding, practicality, a little common
sense and bit of work ethic help us see that the impossible may,
indeed, be possible. Only problem with that is what we “want” is
fickle and keeps shape shifting...it could feel like trying to herd
cats or like pinning Jello to a tree...
Patience, my friend. Explore
what it is the heart truly wants and aim for that. Let the
possibilities ebb and wane until you can decide on just the right one
for the right reasons. No one can tell you which one is “right”
for you...that has to come from the inside. Or, at least, it should.
At 2:38 AM the Sun opposes
Saturn putting the pressure of accountability on our shoulders. We
are like reprimanded school children being told, “You are old
enough to know better!” At the same time, we could be the one's
sending out reprimands as well. Be sure to give supportive direction
instead of just chastising and be sure to lead by solid
example...modeling appropriate behavior more than you preach about
someone elses lack thereof.
Friday, June 3, 2016
Today starts off practical
enough as the Moon finds Mercury by conjunction at 6:09 AM. A
steadied emotional body and a little common sense goes a long way. If
it is not complicated, don't make it that way. From here, though, it
looks a lot like “opposite” day. Meaning, we have several
oppositions that call for us to balance them out. Prior to getting to
these, the Moon in Taurus has a gut check with Chiron in Pisces by
sextile which gently reminds us that sometimes folks struggle with
demons we cannot see. Sometimes, we are the person struggling with
those demons and that gives us this eery sense of understanding at
times.
At 7:04 PM the Moon opposes
Mars Rx in Sagittarius allowing us to deeply assess what it is that
drives us. What is at the core of our motivations? Greed? Fear?
Anger? Resentment? What motivates you? Are you OK with allowing
whatever it is to control your actions? How can you be happy with
what you have when you yearn for so much more? When you perceive that
someone else has everything so effortlessly perfect? When you feel
like you have to scrape and claw for absolutely anything but it seems
like that person gets everything handed to them.
Let's not get caught in the
“grass is greener over there” or comparing your path to others
trap. Whether the bounty you are given seems fair in comparison to
what others receive matters very little because it is what it is. You
can be pissed about it all you want but that is not going to change
anything. Focus inwardly and make sure your motivation for whatever
is above board instead of being driven by something more slimy. If
you discover a slimy driver, don't beat yourself up over it. Don that
awareness and move forward more wisely...now you know. However,
expect that there will be some greedy and slimy creatures out there
that lean fully into doing things on the shady. Don't become one of
them.
Par for the course, things
like greed, envy and feeling as if you are getting the Universal
shaft in regard to resources often comes during lean times. Those
times are now upon us a Venus opposes Saturn (8:47 PM). Resources are
stretched thin and sparse. Many have been weighed, measured and found
wanting. This is not a feeling that our Venus ruled Moon enjoys.
However, don't skimp over paying homage to what you do have. Every
blessing counts no matter how small. If you find a blessing in this
day you can bank on it being a solid and supportive one. The smallest
inkling of satisfaction is certainly well earned.
Following the opposition
with Mars at 7:04 PM, the Moon is Void until entering Gemini at 11:03
PM.
Saturday, June 4, 2016
Welcome to the day when
hyper-criticism is quite likely. Everybody has all the answers for
everyone elses problems as the Sun squares Jupiter at 6:58 PM.
However, it's important to remember that your opinion is not
warranted unless it is specifically asked for. Yes, you may feel like
you are doing someone a great service by correcting their mistakes
for them or pointing them out. But, that doesn't make you a helper.
That makes you a pompous ass who likes to put their nose where it
doesn't belong. So, keep your hyper-criticisms to yourself because
unless you are walking in someone's shoes you have no business trying
to “correct” their life...or their grammatical errors for that
matter. If you really want to help, then offer help by asking, “What
can I do to help” instead of pointing fingers at how a person
should self-blame or whatever. True calls to assist someone don't
come with an agenda and they also are not welcomed when they are
packaged in “I told you so's” or issuance of blame. Check
yourself in regard to what you are really trying to achieve. Are you
trying to prove how right and on point you are? Or are you trying to
be of service? Or, are you just trying to feel right and distract
yourself from the corrections necessary in your own life?
Also know that this aspect
can indeed, cause of lot of inner criticism. Some folks will divert
themselves from straightening out the details of their own life by
pointing out how they think you should rearrange yours. Know that you
don't need that at this time. However, if someone is genuine in their
offers to help, don't hesitate to take them up on it. Remember though
that some folks are just trying to get you to join their misery by
knocking you around with nit-picking. You don't have to fall for that
or put up with it. All you have to do is learn to tell the difference
between someone who is offering constructive criticism (when ASKED)
and someone who is just being a pontificating know-it-all ass...while
remembering not to be a hyper-critical pontificating ass to yourself
or to others. Self-honesty is a bitter pill that we are force fed
today. Be easy with yourself. There is always a chance to do things
differently in the future. Beating yourself up for perceived missteps
does nothing but make you bitter. Now you know. Now you are ready to
make better choices. It is as simple as that.
Also know that there is
definitely room for regret and remorse under this Moon. She meets
Neptune by watery square at 6:22 PM and then sobers up really quick
into the reality of the “present” that we, along with the
Universe, co-created. Grieve if needed. Apologize if necessary. But,
forgive yourself for past error instead of letting yourself be
haunted. You are not perfect. You never will be perfect. But, you can
be self-aware and honest while vowing to be better in the future.
Look more at the potential for internal course corrections rather
than running around with your red teacher marker correcting everyone
elses mistakes.
At 8:49 PM Venus in Gemini
squares off with Jupiter in Virgo allowing us an opportunity to share
the wisdom we gleaned thus far in our lifetime within the close
commune of our friends and peers. Now, this is not energy you want to
use to judge. However, it is energy that allows you to relate to
another person's struggles and advise in a way that is supportive
instead of critical. It's energy that allows you to admit, “I've
been where you are.. This is what helped me. However, I understand
what may have worked for me may not work for you. I fully support you
in finding the answers that fit for you. Just know, it is survivable
as I am living proof.” Why? Because this is what FRIENDS do. They
support one another and try to offer assistance when they are able.
They don't step on your face when you are low already and criticize
you for being human. By the end of the day, you will likely know
where true support lies and where it does not. You could also make a
new friend simply by happenstance...some older person you strike up a
conversation with who offers a retrospective that fits the bill in
regard to exactly what you are dealing with in your current life.
Synchronicity happens. Even if it seems mundane in the moment...this
could blossom into something else as you co-commiserate over things
as foretold in the following music video...
The Moon follows Venus
through her square to Jupiter, squaring him herself at 10:03 PM
before finally catching up with her by conjunction at 10:10 PM. Less
than an hour later, our New Moon in Gemini births an opportunity for
a fresh perspective at 11:01 PM. We realize we cannot achieve new
goals with an old mindset. We realize that ripples of change seep
into everything we do. Therefore, we must learn to accommodate this
change before we can really move forward. But, this week has been
packed with “now you know's” so we are much more readily armed
with things like wisdom and new knowledge. There is promise as we
discover all is not lost and the impossible could be so crazy that it
just might work. Opportunities present and we may want to choose them
all! Just don't take on more balls than you can effectively manage.
Important Sabian Symbols for
this Lunar event read as follows:
SUN AND MOON AT 15 GEMINI:
Two dutch children are studying their lessons together.
Conscious approach to spiritual truth and underlying meanings.
Open-mindedness. Clarity of thought along traditional lines.
MERCURY AT 20 TAURUS: Wisps
of clouds like wings are streaming across the sky. Exalted state
of consciousness; lightness and breadth of being and understanding.
Mystical and ecstatic self-expansion.
Sunday, June 5, 2016
Have you ever woken up early
after a strong wind/rain storm the night before? As the storm raged,
it could have been scary. However, when you wake up to the pure
sunrise and the smell of freshly washed Earth the feeling is rather
fresh. Today, we wake up to such a feeling. The storm has subsided
and, though, there is real possibility that some things may have been
forever washed away, there is also a prime opportunity for a very
fresh start on a very clean slate...even if we didn't choose to have
our slate washed so clean. There is promise in this day as the Moon
in Gemini finds Uranus by sextile at 12:49 PM. However, there is a
“never forget” square to Chiron in Pisces before our now growing
Moon reaches Void status. Meaning, we feel the promise and the hope
but we musn't dismiss the potential for self-doubt, pain and personal
limitations. Some things are incurable. That matters less than than
our ability to build effective coping mechanisms around them. We work
with what we are given because we have no choice. Denial of these
very deep personal afflictions is not something that will support us
in the future. We must face and accept them while learning to
accommodate them. Trying to escape them is only going to put
obstacles in our paths.
The Moon remains Void until
entering her home territory of Cancer at 11:43 PM. It's a day in
which we can make a fresh start while realizing that some things will
never change. Then, we bring all of that home and sit with it for
awhile. Contemplating our next step while seeking out what we need to
feel comfortable and nurtured. Be a good self-care giver and
self-parent.
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