Author: Nadia Gilchrist

February 1st, 2019: Raw Power and Transcendence

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Photo by Joy Anne Pura from Pexels

  • Mars in Aries square Pluto in Capricorn (21 deg)

  • Vesta enters Pisces

Mars/Pluto

Mars (conscious actions, anger) in a crisis-ridden square to Pluto (power and unconscious motivations) suggests powerful eruptions that are driven by things you’re not fully aware of. The crisis lies in the tension between unconscious and conscious – actions don’t align with motivations, and the result is usually something frustrated, hostile or even violent. Especially with Mars at full force in aggressive Aries.

So the key here is awareness. Before you do it or lash out, pay attention to what’s driving you. What do you really want to accomplish? Chances are there will be a deep push that feels urgent – life or death, even if the situation is something mundane like arguing over who takes out the garbage. Tune into the urgency, because it’s a doorway into what’s really motivating you (a simmering issue).

The risk is doing something out of proportion to the external circumstances. Don’t allow yourself to get carried away by what you haven’t fully identified. Too, someone could be attempting to manipulate you with domineering actions. Again, know that there’s more beneath the surface.

On the plus side, the square always suggests a corner that can be turned. And this aspect is tremendously powerful. If directed correctly, your actions can permanently transform a situation.

Think about that.

This is a First Quarter Square, which means you’ll be pushed to do something. But it’s not the start – the actual kickoff of this issue was April 26th, 2018 when Mars conjoined Pluto Rx at 21 deg Capricorn. Now you’ve reached the crisis and turning point.

Vesta

Vesta’s focus turns towards unseen matters as she enters Pisces. Here we have devotion to all things spiritual, creative and compassionate. Devotion can become heightened if you get hooked into a higher ideal or dream- this transit favours meditation, visionary work and prayer.

Vesta can become fixated on an issue, and if that happens to be something you feel requires your sacrifice, you can end up losing a great deal. Sometimes sacrifices are necessary, but sometimes they’re misguided.

Vesta will exit Pisces for Aries on April 3rd, 2019.

Vesta into Pisces and Mars/Pluto create an interesting contrast. Consider where your motivations are pushing you – Vesta’s higher focus suggests a transformation for the better. Can you feel the two energies? You’ll certainly feel Mars/Pluto’s raw power (or powerful manipulations) but see if you can sense a shift in focus to something that allows you to transcend or release (Pisces).

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January 31st, 2019: Small Sacrifices and a Yod

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Lucien-Victor Guirand de Scévola

Lucien-Victor Guirand de Scévola

  • Saturn in Capricorn sextile Neptune in Pisces (14 deg)

  • Venus in Sagittarius inconjunct Juno in Taurus (26 deg)

  • Venus in Sagittarius inconjunct North Node in Cancer (26 deg)

Saturn/Neptune

Saturn and Neptune make the first of three sextiles this year. Form (Saturn) harmonizes with what dissolves (Neptune) form for subtle but effective energy. This is the aspect for gradual changes to rules or structure. And, you can make certain dreams real.

But Saturn and Neptune together also imply some kind of sacrifice. Specifically, Saturn’s reality puts limits on Neptune’s dreams. Even though the sextile is a harmonious aspect, there will still be a small sacrifice required to get what you want. You will have to work extra hard and give something up in order to create. You will have to be patient and serene but also disciplined.

This aspect will not deliver quick results or glory/security/wealth. But if you tap into it with soft control, you can create something new (based on a pre-existing structure).

  • June 18th: Saturn Rx sextile Neptune (18 deg)

  • November 8th: Saturn sextile Neptune Rx (16 deg)

Venus

Venus in Sag is the focal point of an aspect configuration called a Yod as she makes an awkward inconjunct to the Cancer North Node and Juno in Taurus. Juno/NN (the base of the Yod) form a stable sextile with each other – set partnership agreements (Juno) will support the path forward to emotional security (North Node). But the inconjuncts to Venus means new options, lessons or opportunities (Sagittarius) will challenge this security.

With a Yod, the only way to move forward is to incorporate the focal point energy – explore new options and broaden your definitions of what’s right/acceptable in the areas of love, money or values. If you don’t incorporate what’s new, the relationship agreement you have will stagnate. Explore and have faith while maintaining your security base.

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January 31st, 2019: Small Sacrifices and a Yod

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Lucien-Victor Guirand de Scévola

Lucien-Victor Guirand de Scévola

  • Saturn in Capricorn sextile Neptune in Pisces (14 deg)

  • Venus in Sagittarius inconjunct Juno in Taurus (26 deg)

  • Venus in Sagittarius inconjunct North Node in Cancer (26 deg)

Saturn/Neptune

Saturn and Neptune make the first of three sextiles this year. Form (Saturn) harmonizes with what dissolves (Neptune) form for subtle but effective energy. This is the aspect for gradual changes to rules or structure. And, you can make certain dreams real.

But Saturn and Neptune together also imply some kind of sacrifice. Specifically, Saturn’s reality puts limits on Neptune’s dreams. Even though the sextile is a harmonious aspect, there will still be a small sacrifice required to get what you want. You will have to work extra hard and give something up in order to create. You will have to be patient and serene but also disciplined.

This aspect will not deliver quick results or glory/security/wealth. But if you tap into it with soft control, you can create something new (based on a pre-existing structure).

  • June 18th: Saturn Rx sextile Neptune (18 deg)

  • November 8th: Saturn sextile Neptune Rx (16 deg)

Venus

Venus in Sag is the focal point of an aspect configuration called a Yod as she makes an awkward inconjunct to the Cancer North Node and Juno in Taurus. Juno/NN (the base of the Yod) form a stable sextile with each other – set partnership agreements (Juno) will support the path forward to emotional security (North Node). But the inconjuncts to Venus means new options, lessons or opportunities (Sagittarius) will challenge this security.

With a Yod, the only way to move forward is to incorporate the focal point energy – explore new options and broaden your definitions of what’s right/acceptable in the areas of love, money or values. If you don’t incorporate what’s new, the relationship agreement you have will stagnate. Explore and have faith while maintaining your security base.

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January 30th, 2019: Your Opportunity

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Photo by Carolline De Souza from Pexels

Photo by Carolline De Souza from Pexels

  • Waning Sextile between the Sagittarius Moon and Aquarius Sun (10 deg)

  • Moon in Sagittarius sextile Mercury in Aquarius (10 deg)

  • Moon in Sagittarius square Neptune in Pisces (14 deg)

  • Moon in Sagittarius conjunct Jupiter (17 deg)

The Waning Sextile is an opportunity that can propel you towards the February 4th New Moon. A sense of adventure, exploration or the desire to expand your knowledge can be harnessed and applied to an issue that’s innovative or unusual. This sextile includes Mercury, so it will feature communication or new information.

What you learn or say will help you progress from the past to the future – knowledge is your fuel.

Yesterday’s Sun/Mercury conjunction will factor into this – how can you carry that clarity forward? What more can you do with with it? Is there something you need to say?

The Moon’s square to Neptune may briefly throw you off track as inflated hopes distract you – keep your eye on what you know to be true, not what you’re wishing for. The Moon’s final aspect (a conjunction with Jupiter) says there’s significant promise if you can avoid getting caught up in an illusion. Even if you feel disappointed with what goes down, know that Moon/Jupiter means there’s a real reason to be optimistic.

Overall, today should feel hopeful, but it’s up to you to do something with the opportunity that’s growing.

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January 30th, 2019: Your Opportunity

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Photo by Carolline De Souza from Pexels

Photo by Carolline De Souza from Pexels

  • Waning Sextile between the Sagittarius Moon and Aquarius Sun (10 deg)

  • Moon in Sagittarius sextile Mercury in Aquarius (10 deg)

  • Moon in Sagittarius square Neptune in Pisces (14 deg)

  • Moon in Sagittarius conjunct Jupiter (17 deg)

The Waning Sextile is an opportunity that can propel you towards the February 4th New Moon. A sense of adventure, exploration or the desire to expand your knowledge can be harnessed and applied to an issue that’s innovative or unusual. This sextile includes Mercury, so it will feature communication or new information.

What you learn or say will help you progress from the past to the future – knowledge is your fuel.

Yesterday’s Sun/Mercury conjunction will factor into this – how can you carry that clarity forward? What more can you do with with it? Is there something you need to say?

The Moon’s square to Neptune may briefly throw you off track as inflated hopes distract you – keep your eye on what you know to be true, not what you’re wishing for. The Moon’s final aspect (a conjunction with Jupiter) says there’s significant promise if you can avoid getting caught up in an illusion. Even if you feel disappointed with what goes down, know that Moon/Jupiter means there’s a real reason to be optimistic.

Overall, today should feel hopeful, but it’s up to you to do something with the opportunity that’s growing.

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January 29th, 2019: A Flash of Clarity

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Photo by Felix Mittermeier from Pexels

Photo by Felix Mittermeier from Pexels

  • Sun conjunct Mercury in Aquarius (9 deg)

  • Mars in Aries sextile Black Moon Lilith in Aquarius (19 deg)

  • Uranus in Aries sextile Vesta in Aquarius (28 deg)

The Sun/Mercury conjunction is a “Full Moon” phase in the Sun/Mercury cycle – a superior conjunction that delivers an answer or result. In Aquarius, we can expect it to be surprising, clear and possibly disruptive. A light will be shone on all matters involving the collective and your relationship to society.

The last Sun/Mercury conjunction occurred on November 27th, 2018 at 5 deg Sagittarius, when Mercury was Rx. This was an inferior conjunction- the “New Moon” part of the cycle and a new beginning. What was introduced at that time may be connected to the results you see today.

The Mars/BML sextile is a harmonious blend of male energy (Mars) and the dangerous, rebellious woman. She is energized by Mars, which could mean she uses male energy/sexual energy to her advantage. Or, she uses conflict and anger to power her forward (smoothly), drawing the collective’s attention to her taboo issues. Uranus adds oomph to Vesta’s focus on independence and liberation- Uranus (ruler of Aquarius) adds gentle encouragement to the devotion of whatever’s on the outside.

Combined with Sun/Mercury, today’s influences all favour the outsider, the rebel or the detached observer. Today is an excellent day to gain clarity and perspective on a difficult issue because emotions will be less pronounced than logic. Stepping outside the lines is a possibility, with innovative flashes and surges of quirky or shocking energy.

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January 29th, 2019: A Flash of Clarity

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Photo by Felix Mittermeier from Pexels

Photo by Felix Mittermeier from Pexels

  • Sun conjunct Mercury in Aquarius (9 deg)

  • Mars in Aries sextile Black Moon Lilith in Aquarius (19 deg)

  • Uranus in Aries sextile Vesta in Aquarius (28 deg)

The Sun/Mercury conjunction is a “Full Moon” phase in the Sun/Mercury cycle – a superior conjunction that delivers an answer or result. In Aquarius, we can expect it to be surprising, clear and possibly disruptive. A light will be shone on all matters involving the collective and your relationship to society.

The last Sun/Mercury conjunction occurred on November 27th, 2018 at 5 deg Sagittarius, when Mercury was Rx. This was an inferior conjunction- the “New Moon” part of the cycle and a new beginning. What was introduced at that time may be connected to the results you see today.

The Mars/BML sextile is a harmonious blend of male energy (Mars) and the dangerous, rebellious woman. She is energized by Mars, which could mean she uses male energy/sexual energy to her advantage. Or, she uses conflict and anger to power her forward (smoothly), drawing the collective’s attention to her taboo issues. Uranus adds oomph to Vesta’s focus on independence and liberation- Uranus (ruler of Aquarius) adds gentle encouragement to the devotion of whatever’s on the outside.

Combined with Sun/Mercury, today’s influences all favour the outsider, the rebel or the detached observer. Today is an excellent day to gain clarity and perspective on a difficult issue because emotions will be less pronounced than logic. Stepping outside the lines is a possibility, with innovative flashes and surges of quirky or shocking energy.

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New Moon in Aquarius: The Word from Lilith

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Photo by Rodrigo Santos from Pexels

The February 4th New Moon (15 deg Aquarius) conjoins Mercury and Black Moon Lilith. Here we have a new beginning that features information/communication about the dark lady.

BML in Aquarius is the taboo woman who does her own thing. She rebels against all the “shoulds” and makes most people uncomfortable because she is atypical- she does not act the way the rules say women “should” act. In general, BML is associated with women’s sexual power, the witch, the prostitute, the female demon or the woman who refuses to belong to any man.

In Aquarius, her outsider status is emphasized as is her tendency to draw people’s attention to uncomfortable but truthful subjects. Conjunct Mercury and this New Moon, we might expect a shot of disruptive clarity about a very uncomfortable subject. Since it’s a New Moon, there will be more to come – we’ve only started.

This Moon/Mercury/BML make a supportive sextile to Jupiter in Sagittarius. So despite the somewhat shocking nature of this energy, Jupiter offers optimism and luck. The word that’s revealed may come out in the best way at the best time. Others may be surprisingly receptive to what’s revealed, or the forward momentum of what’s happening may be increased with legal support, education or expansive views. In a harmonious sexitle to Mercury in open-minded Aquarius, Jupiter hints that the vibe is non-judgemental and unrestricted. So there’s plenty of room for this to grow.

Watch for some jarring revelations or conversations, but don’t be afraid of what you learn.

Note that this Moon will only be 1 degree off from an exact conjunction to the Saturn/Neptune midpoint. Saturn in Capricorn and Neptune in Pisces will make the first of three exact sextiles on January 31st (at 15 deg). This sextile combines form (Saturn) and formlessness (Neptune) suggesting that dreams/belief can be given structure while structure can be gently changed. Activated by this Moon, it adds an undertone of existing rules gradually dissolving so something new can emerge. That works well with Aquarius’ energy.

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