For the Sun and Moon at 27 Libra: A
spot of light in clear skies; an airplane sails calmly. This
is a “rise above” symbol encouraging us to soar above happenings
in an effort to get a wider perspective and to look at the situation
objectively in observation. It is a quiet affair. Not one where we
are weighted down with emotion. We are not judging, either. Just
observing. Rising above the perceived stress of the situation in an
effort to gain a more clear view.
For the Moon's Ruler, Venus, at 7
Libra: A witch feeds chickens frightened by a hawk she had tamed.
This
brings trust to mind. Obviously the witch trusts the trained hawk.
The chickens trust the witch. But, the biggest amount of trust comes
from the witch and is directed at her confidence (trust) to train the
hawk effectively and still keep the chickens safe. The person in the
symbol is denoted as a witch for a reason. Witches are in tune with
nature and aware of their shadow as well as “darker” powers. In
order for a witch to be effective, she must know what she is capable
of and all the ramifications of that.
Delineation
The Sun and Moon are in
waning square to Pluto. They've already endured the pressure of his
sideways gaze. Now, they both move forward and will soon pass by
Jupiter in Scorpio by conjunction. However, Vesta who is holding
ceremonies of worship in the house of Libra is TIGHTLY square Pluto.
This presses the shadow side of Libra and the way we uphold her
principles out in the open. It also brings about the issue of power
plays and abuses within relationships, emotional manipulation efforts
and fear of being cast out or rejected.
The Sun and Moon are also in
a precise opposition with Uranus which beckons us toward authenticity
without excuse or edit. Jupiter in opposition to Uranus for the
duration of this year has brought this issue to importance on a
personal level over and over again. Now, we are given an opportunity
to incorporate that sense of balance into our ego and emotional
systems. We realize we have the right to be who we are. We realize we
have the right to be accepted as we are. We realize we can remain
independent entities even while in relationship. We don't have to get
lost in them. We don't (or shouldn't) have to censor ourselves in
response to what we perceive as “expected” behavior. This are
issues we must be more comfortable with in an effort to form more
stable and healthy relationships. It is also something we need to
consider prior to making intentions at this lunation. Also know this
can create anxiety, impulsiveness and reactiveness. That's where the
symbol for the Moon itself comes into play asking us to rise above
the commotion and take a longer more clear view of the situation.
Our ruler for this New Moon
is also in Libra and working on her own square with Pluto and
subsequent opposition with Uranus. The personal challenges we face
will soon be incorporated (and tested) within our value system. The
ways in which we value others will change as we change our view of
ourselves. If we are restricting ourselves we are more easily
offended. If we appreciate ourselves and give ourselves permission to
be what it is we are then we are more likely to accept someone else
as they also are. When we realize that we are independently
functioning beings who CHOOSE to be in relationship with others then
we are less likely to become overly attached within those
relationships thus not as likely to veer toward clingy or
manipulative efforts to get someone to be who we want them to be. We
realize we pass by others sometimes only temporarily so that we can
mutually learn from the interaction. There is no real ownership
attached on either side. Only experience to add to our journey as we
are blessed to have had the chance to interact in the first place. We
leave space for others to grow when we feel we, ourselves, have
license to grow as well. We are less threatened that way. Venus will
be tested in such a manner that we will see where we may be overly
attached or fearful of being rejected or alone.
Another exacerbating factor
in this equation is Mars in Virgo square Saturn and Lilith in
Sagittarius while Mars also holds at a precise inconjunct to Uranus
in Aries. Yeah. I don't really like that set up at all. Uranus pokes
at Mars to react. But, Saturn blocks him from doing a whole lot. That
is ridiculously frustrating in my experience. It's not that we are
not allowed to jump. We can jump the wall that Saturn puts in front
of us. But, in order to do that, we just can't go running at it
blindly, impulsively or erratically. We essentially have to jump
HIGHER. Meaning, consciously thinking about our options and sifting
through them like a good Virgo does in an effort to find the most
effective route...that may or may not need explosives. Most likely
not. Though, it would be MUCH easier to just blow the thing up than
sit down and actually think about what may be the best option.
Lilith is a bit of an
instigator here. Prompting Mars in Virgo to quit being so demure and
“clean gloved.” I can almost hear here beckoning, “Do it. Come
on. Be a little crazy and wild. Why are you so afraid? Goody two
shoes.” But, Mars in Virgo isn't necessarily daring. Taking risks
that may lead him out of his routine makes him nervous. So do messes.
Blowing stuff up is messy and doesn't really help anyone. But,
there's Lilith. With a match. Daring him while Uranus pokes at him.
There could be a part of us that feels as if Lilith and Uranus are
setting us up to fail. Kind of how Lucy sets up Charlie Brown to fail
every time she holds the football for him to kick. But, Chuck keeps
falling for it...doesn't he? Poor Charlie Brown.
However, we are not being
set up to fail. We are being set up to challenge ourselves in the
midst of our insecurities and trust issues. That brings me to the
symbol for this New Moon's ruler, Venus. The symbol speaks of a witch
feeding chickens who are frightened by a hawk. Now, she's tamed the
hawk. So there has been some level of trust fostered between the two.
She also feeds and cares for the chickens. So, in order for them to
be OK with the presence of a known predator they must be able to
trust the witch. Otherwise, they would surely think she was setting
them up for failure (to be dinner) too. Yes. Trust is an issue.
Of course, it is with
Jupiter in Scorpio. Yet, if you can gain the trust of a Scorpio,
that's really a big feat. An accomplishment, even. But, where does
that trust need to begin? You know what I'm going to say, right? On
the inside. It always starts from the inside out. The witch much
trust her ability to train before she could ever trust the hawk's
responsiveness to it. She would have had to have been aware of and
awakened to her own power which is probably why she is referenced as
a witch here in the first place. If she were uncertain of her own
powers, she may have scuttled the chickens to safety. But, she
doesn't. She keeps feeding and reassuring them it will be OK. Not
only because she trusts the hawk ; but, she also trusts her own
abilities to train him. We begin by learning how to trust ourselves
and our judgments to decide our next step. We must also learn to
trust our abilities to provide for ourselves even when danger is
perceived. Without that self-trust, we are scattered and questioning
ourselves. This takes away from the energy we need to move forward.
That self mistrust could be the very obstacle that Saturn is
presenting to us to overcome.
All in all, in true hall of
mirror Libra form, what this New Moon says is the best place to start
in regard to learning how to relate to others is through learning to
relate to yourself. The best way to build trust in a relationship is
to begin by trusting, knowing and accepting yourself. Then, you
follow through with that displaying integrity and honesty while
continuing to respect yourself with each decision. In the words of an
Aquarius, Janis Joplin, “Don't compromise yourself. You are all
you've got.” This is where we begin.
 |
| THE 10 OF SWORDS |
Gosh.
That looks painful, doesn't it? I'm always reminded of the scene in
Julius Cesar where he is slain by more than one sword. Et tu, Brute?
Do you know the scene?
We hold
on to many thought patterns. Sometimes those thought patterns are
negative and thus bear negative influence in our life and
relationships. When we recognize these thought habits, even when we
know they are detrimental to our overall health and well being, it
can be hard to let go of them. It's almost as if we shield our
vulnerabilities with doubt, fear, hate and disdain. So, when we meet
with personal challenge to these mentalities, we can often feel
threatened. As if our wounds and vulnerabilities are exposed. This is
what we know. What we have known. Once that knowledge is stripped
from us, we begin to question everything else. It is scary to let go
of fear. It is scary to let go of anger. It is scary to let go of
hate. However, once you are willing to let those things go and face
your own vulnerabilities a new type of awareness and knowledge enters
to fill the Void. This new awareness is filled with much more
supportive feelings and often opens perspectives that we were unable
to see due what we had been previous used as a shield.
In this
card, we are at the very end of a cycle of Swords. Swords do relate
to thought processes, thinking, communication. All these contain a
secret but certain power. I say secret because we often over look how
powerfully we may edit ourselves within interactions with others due
to “shields.” But, the words you speak and think carry power
whether you realize it or not.
This
New Moon offers you a chance at alternative perspectives. In the
symbol for Venus, we are given three if not four perspectives of a
very interactive scene. We can speculate how the chicks, the witch
and the hawk may each feel. At the same time, we are given
opportunity to also assess how we feel in response to the picture
created. The three actively in the scene are bound by trust. That's
unspoken but obvious otherwise the scene the would play out
differently. Your reaction to it can, in turn, tell you a lot about
yourself. Notice and observe your thoughts in response.
As we
end this cycle of Swords, become aware of your thought processes
overall. How do you initially respond to situations? With fear? With
curiosity? With love? All this is adjustable. Your perspective is
under your control. You can switch lenses at will. Fear not letting
go of the scripts that you shield yourself with in favor of a higher
more loving perspective. Choose to look beyond how folks present
themselves and search for their core. If you need to, metaphorically
put yourself in their position and imagine how you might feel in
their situation. However, do not veer toward thinking for someone or
trying to predict their actions. That is of minimal importance in
comparison to what you feel on your own as you assess the situation.
We are looking to release negative thought patterns. Become
comfortable in our vulnerabilities and declare that we will
deliberately foster an alternative perspective when needed instead of
relying on more outdated and harmful scripts. A blank page awaits you
after you finish this exercise in letting go. Fill it with your new
thoughts and ideas. Let them flow easily from your mind and onto the
page without judgment or force. Observe them. Learn from them.
Incorporate their lessons into your ongoing journey.
Comments
Post a Comment