Monday, September 25,
2017
This morning the Moon wakes
up amicably but spends most of the day in harsh aspect to the rest of
the sky from Sagittarius. Plus, Mercury in Virgo also squares Saturn
in Sagittarius in our early morning hours.
Mercury in Virgo is very
precise. Very particular. But, he also speaks as a service. He thinks
with an end goal in mind as he is results and solution oriented. I've
also worked with enough Virgo's to know that this placement along
with anything else in the sign can be harshly self-critical.
Over-analyzing and picking apart self for the smallest thing. Then,
allowing that self-berating to run over and spill on out into the
world.
With Mercury in Virgo square
Saturn, we are given a chance to hone our communication skills. Use
the power of our words. Be precise in the message we want to deliver.
Or, even, solidify plans that we have only penciled into our agendas.
On the lower end, you may feel negative. Have heavy thoughts. Feel as
if something is holding your tongue in place because you have things
to say but cannot find just the right words to express yourself. Or,
this aspect can cause frustration with a person to a degree that they
indiscriminately swing their sword simply due that.
The best way I've found to
handle that is an adherence to the truth. If you are writing
something, edit it for clarity and grammatical error. This set up is
great for finding mistakes and editing purposes in general. If you
are called to a speaking engagement, ensure you have a solid grasp on
the information that you are delivering and practice answering
questions that may arise. No fluffing a facade that says “I know
what I'm talking about enough to fake my through.” That doesn't
typically work out well under Mercury/Saturn. Folks are more inclined
to pick apart any verbal or written error they find.
Which may give one pause
when delivering information into the public realm in general....the
knowing folks may pick apart. After editing what you are trying to
convey for grammatical errors, ensure what you are trying to deliver
fits either a bill of service, conveying essential facts and, most of
all, ensure it is true.
What I'm seeing more and
more is a fatigue with click-bait articles. Information delivered
just to whip folks into a frenzy that, in the end, is found baseless.
An intolerance of lies and information manipulation in general.
Mercury square Saturn will intensify this fatigue, intolerance and
lack of “funny” found in being whipped up by inaccurate, false or
misleading info. I don't think it is a good idea to spread that
malarkey any day. Yet, this atmosphere has brought me to a place
where it is commonplace for me to check sources, be wary of the sites
I click on and learn to recognize rhetoric when I see it. I'm sure
you are rather well practiced at this by now too. Employ those
talents and look at taking in information the same way as you would
putting it out under this sky. Is it useful? Is it true? Is it
accurate?
Sagittarius Moon is playful
and likes to be a prankster. Enjoys when folks laugh. Needs joy,
laughter, wide open roads, exploration and broad horizons. Due the
nature of this Moon, some folks may put information out there meant
to stir folks up in an effort to lighten the atmosphere or create a
few laughs. Those efforts are unrewarded today. Find another way to
spread joy. One that actually works should you hear the call to
levity brought forth by the Sagittarius Moon. We need the levity but
this tactic of shattering monotony has become so common while
devolving into such a triggering issue that it is no longer funny.
That trick is all worn out.
At the end of this day, many
are likely plumb tuckered out. We may go to bed early or due the
harsh aspects within this day we may just decide we need to retreat
from the world, escape into a movie and glass of wine. It is also
possible that the crunch of Mercury/Saturn bore emotional effect
stirring depression or tears. Either way, our evening hours make room
for us to deal with whatever may bubble up in the emotional realm as
a result of this day. Self-care and rest are indicated. Along with a
nice hot bath followed by a luxurious foot massage, mayhaps.
Tuesday, September 26,
2017
Today still feels a lot like
trudging as our Sagittarius Moon again finds conflict with planets
residing in Virgo. Later this evening, she meets Saturn by
conjunction after having squared Mars and while traveling to a square
with Mercury.
Trust me, there are going to
be times in the first of this week where some may feel as if they
cannot do or say anything right. Either they are self-corrected or
called on every little mistake they make...not even able to tie your
shoes right and that's bad because they have Velcro closures. You
know? Be easy with yourself. Cut others slack on little slights or
minor errors. Don't be overly focused on perfection. View things from
the perspective of practice and layering on of experience. Be honest
and factual in your dealings and ask folks if there is something you
can do to help before you start doling out unsolicited advice or
assistance.
Setting a slow and
manageable pace suits this day. In work efforts, paying attention to
detail and making adjustments as necessary are all worthy affair.
Mood is likely serious or task oriented..but would rather be doing
something fun. Focus in. Accomplishment of some type helps the
Moon/Saturn/Mercury square go by this evening with less friction. We
can rest more easily and satisfied tonight if we are able to look
back upon the day that has passed and sincerely say, “I've given it
my best effort” regardless of the result. So, in the meat of the
day set yourself up to be able to reassure yourself of such later.
Wednesday, September
27, 2017
This morning, we may step
out of our doors a little more lightly than we did the first couple
of days this week. The Moon is still in Sagittarius and finds herself
uplifted by gentle aspect to both Uranus and Jupiter. Both of whom
appear as our “star” Astrological players today as they do
perfect in opposition just after midnight tonight. It most certainly
feels a little different that the Mercury/Moon/Saturn interplay from
the beginning of the week.
Our Sagittarius Moon is Void
from 7 AM this morning until waking up in Capricorn at noon. This
movement brings grounding, personal accountability and maturity to
emotional matters. All nice things to have even if it isn't some kind
of racing fun stuff. We need Saturn in this mix somewhere as we move
forward as the challenges and crunch from the First Quarter Moon
perfects just minutes before the Jupiter/Uranus opposition clicks
into place. Grounding and an ability to keep your eyes on your
purpose are essential in handling whatever may come up from either of
these aspects.
Though both of these
movements involve Cardinal signs, we do not have a cross here. The
Jupiter/Uranus opposition occurs at 27 degrees of Cardinal while the
First Quarter perfects at 5 degrees of the same. As the Sun traces
Jupiter's previously laid steps through Libra, we incorporate his
lessons into our ego system. The square from the Moon to the Sun at
the early degrees of Capricorn/Libra calls us to begin employment of
this new wisdom. To incorporate it into our current operations.
Meanwhile, the opposition between Jupiter and Uranus calls us to
balance the polarity between our right to be accepted as ourselves
and the emphasis we place on the importance of our relationships. We
want to blossom in relationship not have our petals stomped. We want
to learn to live together instead of turning cold, overly detached,
reactive and driven to a point where we dehumanize folks who may
believe or be different in other ways in comparison to ourselves. We
seek out relationships that boost us and encourage us to be
authentic. During the Jupiter/Uranus opposition oppressive and
dominating relationships are prone to be blown apart or hurriedly
left. The squash of expectation and a feeling of being required to
compromise “self” in an effort to meet demand becomes to much to
bear. Intolerable. Some will react to that and as a result some
relationships will end. That's just how it goes. It's usually
justified. It's usually for the best. It can still be upsetting. It
still comes with friction. The thing to do is balance all this out
and seek out those kinds of relationships in which you do not have to
pretend to be something you are not while offering the same space to
others in return. We are never going to be all be the same. Thank
goodness. But, we can co-create a space that offers acceptance for
differences and upholds a persons right to be whatever it is they
find themselves to be. This is a good day to model how folks in that
kind of open atmosphere may behave.
Let's have a look at the
Sabian Symbols for the First Quarter Moon and this Jupiter/Uranus
opposition in an effort to glean more information about what this day
may bring about.
The Challenge of the
First Quarter Moon:
For the Moon at 6
Capricorn: Ten logs lie under archway leading to darker woods.
Illimitability of experience, as man moves from completion to ever
greater fulfillment. Keenness in knowing. Thoroughness.
For the Sun at 6 Libra:
In trance, a pilgrim beholds his ideals made concrete. Inevitable
confrontation with the concrete results of one's ideals. Lesson to be
learned from it. Willingness of heart.
The fine “balance in
motion” challenge of Jupiter opposite Uranus
For Jupiter at 28 Libra:
A man in deep gloom. Unnoticed, angels come to his help. Spiritual
sustainment given to him who opens himself to his full destiny. Slow
realization of betterment. Unsolicited help.
For Uranus Rx headed
toward 27 Aries: Through imagination, a lost opportunity is regained.
Beginning of mental maturity and slow growth of the creative
faculty. Revision of attitude. Mental house-cleaning.
Thursday, September 28,
2017
This morning the Moon is
still active in Capricorn. For the most part, she plays amicably with
the rest of the sky passing by our personal planet stellium in Virgo
by trine and Neptune in Pisces by sextile. The big news of the day,
though it will involve the Moon tonight, is more about Pluto than
anything else. He stations direct today. I view this as a good thing.
However, as he stations direct, there is this feeling of sludge or of
being gunked up. That is because he has gathered residual sludge
during his retrograde period that was left behind during his first
passage through these degrees of Capricorn. In response, the easiest
solution is to, of course, remove the sludge. Clear out the gunk.
Focus efforts on debris removal with the end goal of making a steady
path forward for ourselves. Otherwise, the sludge becomes likened to
quicksand or hardening cement. Scooby warned us of such.
Also know that the
stationary position of Pluto makes his power seem rather strong.
Pluto is no light energy. He will tempt you. Taunt you. Play with
your deepest darkest fears. He can create paranoia, obsession and
greedy attempts that aim to grapple with and misuse power.
Yet, these are the tools he
uses to shed light upon our personal psychological demons. Those
things amassed in the sludge that is dredged up which we do not want
to face about ourselves or others. However, the longer we deny these
things or avoid cleaning up our own psychological residual gunk the
more festered and putrid it becomes. Whereas, once we find the
courage to face off with this stuff and take action toward directing
it toward something more supportive, we are instantly empowered and
transformed...just by that act alone. Pluto plays with spinelessness.
He thinks it is funny when you are scared. Even though he also knows
that fear is exactly what you allow to trip you up sometimes. He
relishes in tenacity and grit. Bravery. Fortitude. And, he will pull
every trick in the book in the way of temptation in an effort to see
if you really have these qualities. Often, folks will fall for his
tricks when really it is a better bet to build and strengthen these
traits when their weaknesses are brought to our attention. Either
way, even if we view the pressure this brings forth and witness the
residual sludge of others, this is about cleaning up your own mess
before you go off worrying about one that may belong to someone else.
The Moon finds Pluto as
darkness spreads across half the world. Fitting. I think. Don't allow
the seepage of demons or residual sludge to stop you in your tracks.
Focus can be found to stare these things down or clear out obstacles.
But, you won't find it in acts bent on escape or avoidance. Though,
our Libra Sun may have us inclined toward such. This is about
self-confrontation, awareness of our own psychological pitfalls and
employing the ways in which these things leak out as lesser energies
toward broader and more conscious purpose. It is possible that some
may experience this as a “dark night of the soul” type of thing.
Friday, September 29,
2017
This morning, things may not
go as originally planned. That happens when the Moon is in harsh
aspect to Uranus as she is today. Uranus like to shock and upset
apple carts. Tip off the fight or flight response. He brings things
into our awareness by way of this trickery. Makes thing shifty and
uncertain. Uncomfortable and unpredictable. However. When wrangled
appropriately he allows us to step back in non-self-judgmental
observation to our innate emotional responses. He triggers us. Yes.
But, he also encourages us to learn to ground those triggers and
catalysts out because he knows his actions have a tendency to bring
the truth of a person out. If you want to know the truth about
yourself and learn more about why you have a knee jerk reactive
response to some things, hold yourself steady through the storm of
Uranus and rise above the call to immediately respond in an effort to
observe yourself instead. There is worthy information, there. Though,
admittedly, it is much easier to describe how it can be done than to
actually achieve it. It helps to know the end point though. It is not
really just to make you lose your mind and be riddled with anxiety.
But, it sure does seem that way sometimes.
Uranus also calls us
(especially with Moon in Capricorn) to foster new and innovative
solutions to long standing problems. He pushes us to that end by
making those long standing problems very apparent. Yet, what you need
to remember in that is usually when this guy is hanging around, it is
not the way that has always worked in the past that will solve this
issue. It requires a new line of thinking. It requires a new
perspective. It requires experimenting with new methods. It requires
a future minded outlook that sees beyond the immediacy of the
exacerbated issue. Uranus requires modernization while tasking us
with remembering, “The needs of the many outweigh the desires of
the few.” That's not exactly how Spock put it. But, you get the
idea.
This aspect (Moon square
Uranus) occurs at 7:21 PM and is quickly followed by an opposition
from Venus to Neptune and a square to Jupiter in Libra. Someone is
playing with our values. Manipulating us with something we hold dear.
Fogging things up in the realm of money or relationships as the Moon
hits this triggering point. Then, as she squares Jupiter, whatever is
brought up and our potential reaction to it gets blown way out of
proportion. We over respond. Over-react. Make the thing bigger than
it needs to be while the entire time the answer is step
back...wait...change your perspective...watch for the bait and
switch...don't allow yourself to be manipulated and ensure you are
sizing things up correctly. Saturn the crap out of it in other words.
Hold steady. Ground. Grow a set of boundaries. Refocus your eyes on
your purpose and take the steps you need to take in an effort to get
to that end and disallow someone from distracting you from that.
Whatever this is, whatever
this stirs up, the language that comes about from it is going to be
centered around Venus. Mercury moves into Libra at 8:43 PM after the
Moon is Void in Capricorn. The Moon remains Void until entering
Aquarius at midnight. In the morning, we will be thinking about what
is fair, what is just, what is logical. We will be concerned about
freedom and the rights to the same. Many will scream “UNITY” when
all they really want is for folks to agree with them. When they
don't, those folks that disagree have no place in the original
screamers “unity” anymore. True unity is NOT born in conformity. True
unity of self comes from acknowledging the good, the bad and the ugly
parts that reside within and putting them toward common goal and
falling under a common set of values and ideals. World unity works
much the same way. It has nothing to do with making people fit into
molds. It has to do with allowing folks to break those molds and thus
supporting them in becoming more whole selves instead of shutting
them down.
The problem with all that is
Venus is still eschewed. Some folks may be questioning their own
values not to mention wondering what is going on with their money and
relationships. Give the air time to clear. Know that while Neptune is
retrograde he has tendency to drop veils (and it may break your heart
when you see what he shows you) so be a good Libra and don't make any
judgment calls about anything until you've had time to listen to all
sides of the story and gather/weigh all the facts. Because, even
though frustrating at times, this is what Mercury in Libra does best
even if it is accused of taking forever to make it's up mind.
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