Sunday,
March 18, 2018
It's actually a pretty busy week in Astrology land. Lots happening.
Beginning today with the Sun in Pisces conjunct Chiron. Which, looks
pretty ouchy to me. But, before we get there we begin this morning
with a square to Saturn (6:19 AM) from our waxing Moon in Aries. This
offers us a good dose of boundary and maturity. Just not in a gentle
way. In dealings with others this looks like an ambitious,
rambunctious but possibly immature and over-eager person being called
down by an authority figure or reminded of the rules at the very
least. On an internal level, we can don the role of gentle but stern
father figure and apply his direction to our ambitions and eager
emotions. It can be felt as depressing and it does help to achieve a
sense of accomplishment with it. But, as it comes in super early this
morning, it could be that we just wake up sober and over-whelmed with
our task list.
By 5:58 PM, the Moon has left the harsh curbing of Saturn and moves
on to make a conjunction with Venus in Aries. This is quite upbeat
and pleasant. Great for dancing or just fun activity.
At this point of the evening, though, the Sun also waxes strongly
into conjunction with Chiron in Pisces. This occurs on the Sabian
Symbol for 29 degrees Pisces which, according to Dane Rudhyar, reads
as follows: Scientist is making tests by means of spectrum
analysis. Capacity of mind to transfer its powers to machinery.
Enlargement of perception. A closing in of vision. Subtle analysis.
Other writings for this Sabian merely describe a prism and it's
ability to refract light. However, the connotations are the same. The
only difference is, in the longer write up, we have someone analyzing
and experimenting with this method. In the shorter write up, we are
the observer while also somewhat operating as the refractory prism
too.
We can look at or meet someone and subsequently be tempted to put
them into a certain set of categories in our mind. This person is a
he or she. A Mrs., Mr., or Miss. They are of this race, from this
town and older, younger or the same age as myself. Categorizing them
overly simplistically. Right? Basic obvious details are noticed. Some
information inferred or assumed. The person is categorized
accordingly. However, none of that tells us anything about the
essence of that person. We are all multi-faceted but that fact and
our personal nuance does not reveal itself until folks look a little
more closely. Only then, by separating from our facades can the full
spectrum of colors be visualized. In order for that to happen, the
light has to pass through the prism. So, the prism can be metaphor
for a particular type of experience we pass through, a challenge, a
bending or a gateway.
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| also a great set up for Chakra or energy work, btw |
The white light that passes through the prism can represent any
number of things, as well. It can be a problem we need to solve, a
situation we may be over-simplifying or generalizing, people
including ourselves, a relationship...whatever. Then, when this
“entity” passes through the prism all the variant parts of it,
the detail, the nuance, the emotional connotations, the motivation,
the fears...everything is broken apart into its separate pieces so
that we may analyze the “whole” of the dynamic by visualizing all
the parts that make the thing up. It could be we do this on purpose
or that something is shown to us to be more complex and diverse than
we initially believed.
On that same note, if we reverse the set up and put the rainbow of
colored light through the prism, it is focused into a single ray of
white light. So, that reverse connotation is accessible in this
Sabian too. So, there are various indications here. Seeing someone
(white light) go through something (prism) and thus having their true
colors revealed (spectrum). Focusing (prism) varied efforts
(spectrum) on one goal (white light). Or, taking an issue or a
situation (white light) and breaking it down (prism) into all it's
pieces (spectrum) or analyzing its bits to suss out its root cause,
etc.
Regardless of what the symbol has to say, we are talking the Sun and
Chiron. In the natal chart this can denote a healer. In the sign of
Pisces, this can be a Spiritual healer. Perhaps a clergy person or
someone deeply intuitive having fostered an ethereal disposition. It
could be an artist or musician who copes with their pain through
their craft. But by transit? It is a meeting of ourselves with our
Chironic pain which can emerge from the seas of Pisces in many forms.
Denial, addiction, naivete, disillusionment, all the skewed -isms
(racism, sexism, ageism, etc), spiritual or religious wounding the
revelation (white light) of which also displays (refraction/prism)
all the inner workings and subsequent after effects of both positive
and negative coping skills in regard to the pain itself (spectrum).
Point of it being to realize whatever issue this may dredge up as
multi-faceted and in need of our observance in an effort to heal
instead of exacerbating these issues through self-martyring, malefic
or dangerous escape or self-victimization. Again. The point is to
heal not wound the self more or evolve into the state of a wounded
animal.
At 7:47 PM, the Moon in Aries finds Mercury by conjunction. Mercury
now resides in his retrograde shadow and is only one degree away from
his station. He is slowing down and you may feel this by way of time.
As an example, under yesterday's Void Moon, it felt to me as if those
few hours were at least 3 days long. That was the mixture of the Void
Moon and Mercury's slower motion. He officially stations retrograde
on 3/22. But, at this conjunction, mind and emotion meld. We are
encouraged to speak how we feel in a forthright manner. Or could
receive messages or have conversations that have an emotional impact.
Any news that Mercury delivers to us now (or since he entered shadow)
is likely to be revisited as Mercury rewinds.
From here the Moon moves on to square Pluto in Capricorn before dawn
tomorrow. So, dreams are deep and likely littered with symbolism.
Fear may become a factor, or resentment, greed, temptation or even
emotional abuse or manipulation. Key here is to recognize what you
have control over and bravely face down your fears. However, as the
aspect manifests overnight, some of this may take place in the realm
of the psyche by way of dreams or nightmares.
Monday,
March 19, 2018
There is not a whole lot going on this morning. We wake up recovering
from yesterday's Sun/Chiron conjunction and last night's Moon/Pluto
square. The Moon makes no major aspect until our early evening hours
by way of conjunction to Uranus at 3:29 PM EDT. This can cause
disruption, anxiety, headaches or inspiration. In any of those
possibilities, we will be prone to response. In our responses we
should first be observant of the emotional body prior to taking
action. Stepping aside from the possible fight or flight energy that
comes from it and discerning the best course of action instead of
leaning into the immediate response. This is also wonderful energy
for breaking with routine and trying something new, making a new
friend or joining in a new social group or team.
The Moon is rendered Void following this conjunction and remains so
until entering the sign of Taurus at 9:07 PM. The 7 hours of VOC Moon
are best reserved for continuation of what new plans you already have
in motion, resting or merely calling a time out for play time and
non-productive efforts.
The Moon in Taurus meets Mars in Capricorn by trine at 11:36 PM. This
is steady forward moving energy that combines maturity, goal setting,
common sense, patience in methodology and due diligence. It's rather
settled and wonderfully grounded. Then, a half hour later, Mercury
and Venus meet at 16 Aries 22 which is where Mercury will officially
station retrograde on the 22nd.
Rudhyar states and delineates the Symbol for this conjunction as
follows: 17 Aries: Two prim spinsters are sitting together in
silence. Poised and dispassionate outlook, involving either great
dignity or integrity of self or inability to live life fully.
On a more simple level, this conjunction symbolizes a joining of
heart and mind.
Tuesday,
March 20, 2018
This morning we awaken under the Moon in Taurus and the Sun in
Pisces. But, as the day moves forward, it becomes quite clear that
most of the energy deals with the sign of Aries.
At 12:16 PM, the Sun officially enters the sign of the Ram ushering
in the Spring Equinox. Which, if that doesn't give you an inkling of
a call toward balance, I don't know what will. But, yes, the World
balances by bringing night and day to the same length (just as it
does during Autumn with the ingress of Sun into Libra) and calls us
to bring this same balance across the factors of our lives. It also
means we have left the womb of Pisces and are now born. Here is what
the Spring Ingress chart looks like for Washington, DC. Now, the
aspects within this chart are going to be the same no matter where
you are. However, there could be variations in AC and subsequently
chart ruler in comparison to that of what it looks like in DC
depending on where you are. To discover where this falls in your
area, cast a chart for today at 12:16 PM using your own location.
In this chart, we have Cancer rising. Therefore, our Moon in Taurus
in the 11th house rules the season with the 6th
degree of Cancer and 9th degree of Taurus bearing
relevance.
Sabian symbol for 6 Cancer: Innumerable birds are busy feathering
feathering their nests. Instinctive preparation for mature and
full expression of the self. Subconscious planning or dreaming of
idle dreams.
Sabian symbol for 9 Taurus: A Christmas tree loaded with gifts and
lighted candles. A symbol of promise which outer life offers to
the pure in heart; of immortality through giving of self.
The Moon's next aspect comes by way of a relaxing and dreamy sextile
to Neptune in Pisces at 10:42 PM positioning us perfectly for a night
of peaceful sleep.
Wednesday,
March 21, 2018
This
morning the Moon moves away from her cuddly sextile with Neptune and
refocuses and restores with a trine to Pluto in Capricorn at 9:56 AM.
Then, she stands off with Jupiter in Scorpio at 1:21 PM which is
where emotional situations can become sticky, heavy or blown out of
proportion. This can, on some levels, operate to lift the mood, but
is most likely going to be a call to regaining perspective. The fact
that the Moon is in Taurus, helps to temper the situation. And, it's
likely to make your belly growl. Ensure you have an energy sustaining
midday meal with your cookies.
At
this point, the Moon is rendered Void until entering the sign of
Gemini at 1:30 AM. So, we have a good solid 12 hours of a VOC Moon
which gives the emotional body time to settle and rest. It's a good
time for plodding or tinkering with ongoing projects or just light
indulgences. Sometimes a Void Moon in Taurus can feel very stuck. If
that seems to be what you encounter, instead of feeling stuck, why
not do what you can to find comfort (or tolerance for) the place that
you are in.
Thursday,
March 22, 2018
The Void Taurus Moon's “Stand in place” energy breaks up today
under a more light energy brought forth by the Gemini Moon. Again,
Air is a lacking element in this sky, so, the feel of Gemini can be
like a fresh breeze. That breezy affect met with our fiery Sun in
Aries overnight at 4:22 AM thus leading us to feeling enlivened and
active as we enter this day.
Only problem with that is due the fact this is also the day of
Mercury's retrograde station and Mercury rules this Moon. So, how we
feel is quite dependent upon our ability to be flexible and deal with
any Mercurian hiccups that may occur...such as problems with our
technology, weather, travel plans, communication efforts, etc.
The potential for things like that to go sideways does settle down a
bit once Mercury gets used to his backward motion. But, that “more
settled” feel is NOT today as he stations retrograde. So. Be
flexible. Make sure you are receiving, delivering and interpreting
verbal communication efforts clearly (asking for clarification or
reflection, if needed) and don't be surprised if something Mercury
ruled acts a little wonky today and tomorrow. As a matter of fact,
I'd suggest expecting such a thing and preparing yourself for the
patience required in dealing with these issues. Mercury officially
“flips his script” and turns Rx at 8:11 PM.
Tonight, the Moon will square Neptune (2:40 AM) and sextile Mercury
newly Rx before daybreak tomorrow (6:32 AM) which looks a WHOLE lot
like alarm clock failure. So, watch out for that potential.
Friday,
March 23, 2018
This morning the Moon is still active in Gemini. At midday she makes
a sextile to Venus in Aries and an inconjunct to Pluto and Jupiter
(thus lighting up the Yod created with that ongoing sextile between
Jupiter and Pluto) between the hours of 1:39 PM and 4:46 PM. All this
serves as prelude for the strongly waxing square between Venus and
Pluto (and the subsequent inconjunct created between Jupiter and
Venus) that perfects today at 7:14 PM on the 21st degree
of their respective signs.
Now. I happen to know that this is first entrance of Pluto to the
21st degree of Capricorn within our lifetime; because,
that just happens to be where my North Node is and I'm watching..lol.
But, it's always relevant to know when Pluto shifts degrees because
he moves so very slowly.
This square between Pluto and Venus represents the opening square of
their new cycle which commenced on January 25th this year.
Opening squares within planetary cycles present the same types of
challenging issues that a First Quarter Moon presents (which we have
coming in tomorrow, btw) only in relation to the planets involved
instead of our luminaries. So, what we have here is a challenge that
rises most likely in the guise of either fear or temptation. What we
may encounter are old relationships...ex's, friends from our past,
freaking love zombies or even seductive yet vampirish folks. The
point of all that being discovering what it is that lies within our
own psychology that may, in fact, be acting to prevent us from moving
forward or achieving our goals.
Can't move on to a new relationship fully if you are still having
issues with a relationship that is dead and gone. So, the Universe
puts these issues in our faces in some way stirring deep responses so
that we can see more clearly what types of demons may be infecting
our hearts. The energy itself is wonderful for cutting malefic
attachment but it is one of those very tempting, persuasive and
alluring energies that has the ability to kind of enchant us toward
lesser expressions. Deals with the Devil can be made or broken here.
But, over and above the enchantments of evil (because these are
fleeting and often demand a high level of interest in their payback)
is the fact that whatever we feel this strong desirous pull toward is
driven by shadow. Any fear we feel is driven by the same. The square
is harsh but when handled appropriately it exposes all our malefic
vices giving us a chance to nab some of our own power back from them.
Sabian for Pluto at 21 Capricorn: A relay race. Each runner
springs eagerly into place. Extreme of cooperation and give and
take in life-relationships. Full surrender of self to service.
Planned group behavior.
Sabian for Venus at 21 Aries: A pugilist, flushed with strength,
enters the ring. Complete immolation of self in things purely
physical. Intense self-assertiveness physical and psychological.
All that says to me, stick to your long term goals disallowing the
temptations of Venus to persuade you. Balance out the power dynamics
within your relationships. Know who your “teammates” are in the
metaphorical race AND always...always when entering the ring, know
who and what it is you really fighting and why.
The Moon moves on to sextile Uranus at 11:53 PM, likely setting us up
for a restless night. Following that aspect, the Moon is Void until
entering Cancer at 4:54 AM tomorrow morning. Gosh, we are so ready to
move forward here. But, before we are officially unleashed into this
new season there are obviously some things we need to be aware of.
These “things” we need to have awareness of deal with shadow,
fear, abuse, manipulation and proper use of power. Coinciding with
the Mercury retrograde in Aries, there is a whole lot of rethinking
we need to do in regard to the ways we engage and go about things as
well as quite a bit of self-reflection upon what motivates and
inspires us. Yet the energy, from here, grows exceedingly restless
into our tomorrow as our First Quarter Moon cracks the sky and
includes Mars in Capricorn within that mix.
Saturday,
March 24, 2018
Ok. This morning the Moon is moody and at home in the sign of Cancer.
Her first aspect comes at midday and operates to crack open the
challenge of our First Quarter Moon. As I stated yesterday, the First
Quarter happens right in orb of Mars in Capricorn. The whole of the
set up creates a Cardinal t-square in the sky that finds outlet in
the sign of Libra. Meaning, it is balance and perhaps even a partner
or cohort that brings a more steady feel to the energy.
But, yeah, it's likely to be pretty crunchy. We are not really
comfortable but the discomfort this does provide is also likely the
instigator that has us choosing to take control of the situation.
It's time to move forward with our plans while bearing in mind the
condition of Mercury and employing the well balanced cerebral and
partnership energy of Libra. This all goes down at 3 degrees Cardinal
between 11:30 and 12:08 PM (Moon square Sun 11:36 AM, Moon opposite
Mars 11:37 AM and Sun in Aries square Mars at 12:08 PM).
As night begins to fall, the Moon moves on to oppose Saturn. So, no
matter what you do in response to the early energy of the day, you
are going to want to ensure that it is mature, responsible and
pointed toward a specific goal...in line with your plan. The energy
created by the Cardinal t-square can actually provide a burst of
physical energy that allows us to accomplish quite a bit. And, if we
do, the opposition to Saturn is likely to feel more satisfied whereas
otherwise it could be rather cumbersome. If you can look back on this
day with a feeling of accomplishment, you will feel better at the end
of it. If you take immature, selfish and irresponsible
overly-aggressive action, well you are going to be wrapped up in the
consequences of that fairly quickly. Your best bet is to set your
purpose for the day in your mind clearly and keep steering yourself
back to that end. I actually think it looks like a good day for a
crab boil...but our Cancer peeps may not find the humor in that.
There are no other major aspects from the Moon within this
day...which is good. What we are given is enough to deal with.
Sunday,
March 25, 2018
This
morning is perfect for sleeping in which will be prone to do after
all the activity of yesterday. Plus the Moon is in trine with Neptune
in our early morning hours allowing us to relax and rest. Or,
encouraging us to, anyway. Until our phones start ringing at around 9
AM as the Moon in Cancer squares Mercury in Aries. After that, the
Moon heads off to conflict with the whole rest of the
sky...basically.
At
4:42 the Moon stands off in opposition to Pluto in Capricorn and
re-ignites a Cardinal T-square with Venus' involvement from the sign
of Aries (again, all this points a call for balance by way of the
square's outlet landing in Libra). In the mix of creating this
Cardinal t-square, the Moon is supported and empowered by a trine
from Jupiter Rx in Scorpio. This delivers a more positive outlook,
endurance, wisdom and a very strong intuitive nuance....a knowing
without the need for visual or substantiated evidence. Employ the
prowess of your empathy and intuition here to help serve you as
guide.
From
here, the Moon goes on to make a catalyzing and anxious making square
with Uranus at 2:59 AM before reaching Void status. It's another
potentially restless night and that is not going to sit well with our
Moon in Cancer. But, it will help us understand that this morning's
lingering fog and ability to rest up was in fact a gift.
The
Moon remains Void until entering Leo at 7:46 AM tomorrow morning. Be
ready for animated tales of everyone's weekend around the water
cooler or coffee pot. The weekend will have proven itself both
eventful and active for most of us. And, in sincerity, we really
aren't done with “eventful” astrology either. Venus in Aries
begins a new cycle with Uranus (conjunction) tomorrow evening under
an active Leo Moon. So, there are certainly more changes and more
calls to action coming to us in our week to come too.
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