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January 18th, 2019: Dark Thoughts and Bold Actions

Waxing Inconjunct between the Gemini Moon and Capricorn Sun (28 deg)
Capricorn Sun sextile Chiron in Pisces (28 deg)
Capricorn Sun square Uranus in Aries (28 deg)
Mercury in Capricorn conjunct Pluto (21 deg)
Venus in Sagittarius trine Mars in Aries (11 deg)
Waxing Inconjunct
The Waxing Inconjunct throws something extra at you. Gemini is the sign of choices, information and learning. While you may think you have the structure completed or the rules figured out, there’s yet another thing to consider- more to learn, one more thing to decide. You may not want to make the irritating choice, but if you leave this out, you’ll be excluding something essential.
The inconjunct includes the Sun’s sextile to Chiron, which can indicate healing and compassion within the boundaries. But the Sun also squares Uranus, so there’s a surprise that will disrupt what you’ve built (and this surprise will be connected to the extra choice or fact you have to consider). Despite this, Sun/Chiron says that whatever is shaken loose should also free up some healing. Capricorn can be secure but also rigid, so watch for a bit of freedom that allows you to deal with what hurts.
Mercury/Pluto
Mercury is information and Pluto is the heart of the Shadow/the core truth. Therefore, this is an aspect of powerful understanding. Here is knowledge of what lies beneath- the Shadow put into words. Someone may confront you with this, or you may be delivering the message.
What’s revealed will tell you everything, although you may not want to know. This can happen via the formal discussion or official document. Perhaps someone verbalizes their authority and you see what’s really going on. Perhaps you glimpse the machinations behind the social position or law. Mercury/Pluto in Capricorn can be about researching and asking the forbidden questions (about status, judgements, rules) as you drill down to the secrets.
There’s power in absolute truth when you articulate fears or drop a depth charge of knowledge. Don’t be afraid to look directly at the Shadow and communicate what you see. Once you name what’s darkest it can’t manipulate you.
Note that Mercury is the ruler of the Gemini Moon, so part of the Waxing Inconjunct’s energy will involve choices/facts that reveal what’s buried.
Venus/Mars
On a lighter note, Venus/Mars harmonizes actions (Mars) with what you want (Venus). Attraction should flow smoothly and efforts to pursue (Aries) what’s appealing will progress easily. Venus in Sag is about what’s desirable in exploration. Mars in Aries is impulsive and courageous. This is a “go for it” aspect that encourages adventure, passion and the freedom to try something new.
If you were wondering if you should act, the answer is “Yes.”
Whatever tension the Waxing Inconjunct and Mercury/Pluto trigger, know that this challenging information is essential and may even be an important part of going after what you want.
January 18th, 2019: Dark Thoughts and Bold Actions

Waxing Inconjunct between the Gemini Moon and Capricorn Sun (28 deg)
Capricorn Sun sextile Chiron in Pisces (28 deg)
Capricorn Sun square Uranus in Aries (28 deg)
Mercury in Capricorn conjunct Pluto (21 deg)
Venus in Sagittarius trine Mars in Aries (11 deg)
Waxing Inconjunct
The Waxing Inconjunct throws something extra at you. Gemini is the sign of choices, information and learning. While you may think you have the structure completed or the rules figured out, there’s yet another thing to consider- more to learn, one more thing to decide. You may not want to make the irritating choice, but if you leave this out, you’ll be excluding something essential.
The inconjunct includes the Sun’s sextile to Chiron, which can indicate healing and compassion within the boundaries. But the Sun also squares Uranus, so there’s a surprise that will disrupt what you’ve built (and this surprise will be connected to the extra choice or fact you have to consider). Despite this, Sun/Chiron says that whatever is shaken loose should also free up some healing. Capricorn can be secure but also rigid, so watch for a bit of freedom that allows you to deal with what hurts.
Mercury/Pluto
Mercury is information and Pluto is the heart of the Shadow/the core truth. Therefore, this is an aspect of powerful understanding. Here is knowledge of what lies beneath- the Shadow put into words. Someone may confront you with this, or you may be delivering the message.
What’s revealed will tell you everything, although you may not want to know. This can happen via the formal discussion or official document. Perhaps someone verbalizes their authority and you see what’s really going on. Perhaps you glimpse the machinations behind the social position or law. Mercury/Pluto in Capricorn can be about researching and asking the forbidden questions (about status, judgements, rules) as you drill down to the secrets.
There’s power in absolute truth when you articulate fears or drop a depth charge of knowledge. Don’t be afraid to look directly at the Shadow and communicate what you see. Once you name what’s darkest it can’t manipulate you.
Note that Mercury is the ruler of the Gemini Moon, so part of the Waxing Inconjunct’s energy will involve choices/facts that reveal what’s buried.
Venus/Mars
On a lighter note, Venus/Mars harmonizes actions (Mars) with what you want (Venus). Attraction should flow smoothly and efforts to pursue (Aries) what’s appealing will progress easily. Venus in Sag is about what’s desirable in exploration. Mars in Aries is impulsive and courageous. This is a “go for it” aspect that encourages adventure, passion and the freedom to try something new.
If you were wondering if you should act, the answer is “Yes.”
Whatever tension the Waxing Inconjunct and Mercury/Pluto trigger, know that this challenging information is essential and may even be an important part of going after what you want.
RIP Mary Oliver
“…I don’t know exactly what a prayer is. I do know how to pay attention, how to fall down into the grass, how to kneel down in the grass, how to be idle and blessed, how to stroll through the fields, which is what I have been doing all day. Tell me, what else should I have done? Doesn’t everything die at last, and too soon? Tell me, what is it you plan to do with your one wild and precious life?… Just a few days ago, someone reminded me of this poem by Mary Oliver called Summer Day. What a […]
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January 17th, 2019: Sun in Capricorn Sextile Ceres
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Capricorn Sun sextile Ceres in Scorpio (27 deg)
The Capricorn Sun energizes Ceres’ fathomless nurturing with structure and focus. Ceres in Scorpio can be demanding, since this sign is all or nothing. So it can be a lot to ask of someone who is giving or receiving (Scorpio has undertones of power and domination). But in this case, a commitment to deep, intensive care is strengthened by the adherence to rules and boundaries (boundaries are especially important to keep Scorpio’s energy in check).
This can also be about having the authority (Capricorn) to care for someone in the most intimate (Scorpio) way.
The sextile can be so easy that you don’t even notice the energies at play, so the commitment to look after someone may emerge without effort. Or, the structure that defines this nurturing may click into place before you realize what’s happening.
However, you can also miss the opportunity as the moment slides by. So it’s possible that there’s a naturally supportive foundation for this demanding energy, but you overlook it. What you need for care and support is right in front of you- all it takes is awareness to activate it.
January 17th, 2019: Sun in Capricorn Sextile Ceres
Photo by Daria Obymaha from Pexels
Capricorn Sun sextile Ceres in Scorpio (27 deg)
The Capricorn Sun energizes Ceres’ fathomless nurturing with structure and focus. Ceres in Scorpio can be demanding, since this sign is all or nothing. So it can be a lot to ask of someone who is giving or receiving (Scorpio has undertones of power and domination). But in this case, a commitment to deep, intensive care is strengthened by the adherence to rules and boundaries (boundaries are especially important to keep Scorpio’s energy in check).
This can also be about having the authority (Capricorn) to care for someone in the most intimate (Scorpio) way.
The sextile can be so easy that you don’t even notice the energies at play, so the commitment to look after someone may emerge without effort. Or, the structure that defines this nurturing may click into place before you realize what’s happening.
However, you can also miss the opportunity as the moment slides by. So it’s possible that there’s a naturally supportive foundation for this demanding energy, but you overlook it. What you need for care and support is right in front of you- all it takes is awareness to activate it.
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