Tag: Neptune

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 20th, 2019: The Mirage Versus Solid Ground

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

  • Mercury in Capricorn trine Juno in Taurus (23 deg)

Venus/Neptune

Venus in Sag is about more of what you want – great expectations regarding relationships, money or self-esteem. This can be a nice boost if handled correctly (faith in what you want and love) but a square to Neptune blurs the lines between expectation and reality. It will be easy to overdo it – spend too much, give too much, expect too much from someone else. Maybe you envision what you want but when you arrive at your destination the vision turns out to be a mirage.

This could manifest as falling in love with someone’s potential (Sag is about the journey and distant horizons) but ignoring what they’re doing/not doing in the present. The future (Sagittarius) fantasy (Neptune) is seductive (Venus) and draws you forward.

Be careful with this one- the imaginative scope is fantastic, but you could end up severely disappointed (or in debt) if you lose sight of what’s actually possible.

Mercury/Juno

Mercury/Juno offers a shot of grounding realism that can lessen some of Venus/Neptune’s side effects. Words and ideas that follow the rules will blend nicely with a partnership that’s grounded in the moment. This is about taking a sober look at what you and another actually share and agree on, right now. What are your joint finances and habits like?

A solid commitment to the present will solidify a partnership.

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January 20th, 2019: The Mirage Versus Solid Ground

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

  • Mercury in Capricorn trine Juno in Taurus (23 deg)

Venus/Neptune

Venus in Sag is about more of what you want – great expectations regarding relationships, money or self-esteem. This can be a nice boost if handled correctly (faith in what you want and love) but a square to Neptune blurs the lines between expectation and reality. It will be easy to overdo it – spend too much, give too much, expect too much from someone else. Maybe you envision what you want but when you arrive at your destination the vision turns out to be a mirage.

This could manifest as falling in love with someone’s potential (Sag is about the journey and distant horizons) but ignoring what they’re doing/not doing in the present. The future (Sagittarius) fantasy (Neptune) is seductive (Venus) and draws you forward.

Be careful with this one- the imaginative scope is fantastic, but you could end up severely disappointed (or in debt) if you lose sight of what’s actually possible.

Mercury/Juno

Mercury/Juno offers a shot of grounding realism that can lessen some of Venus/Neptune’s side effects. Words and ideas that follow the rules will blend nicely with a partnership that’s grounded in the moment. This is about taking a sober look at what you and another actually share and agree on, right now. What are your joint finances and habits like?

A solid commitment to the present will solidify a partnership.

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January 14th, 2019: The Challenger

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  • First Quarter Square between the Aries Moon and Capricorn Sun (23 deg)

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

The First Quarter Square challenges rules and authority with a shot of something courageous or impulsive. This is a crisis aspect that demands action, which means if control/traditions are challenged by something new, it’s time to step away from what’s defined.

It’s uncomfortable when you have to step outside the lines, especially if you’re the first one doing it. Perhaps the challenge involves fighting against the establishment or someone who’s trying to control you (or who’s always controlled you). “Courage” is the theme here – whether you’re the pioneer or the warrior, your next move might pit you against what’s already been decided. Aries is the upstart and Capricorn is the adult. In this case, the upstart has something valuable to offer. The entire process of antagonism, while unpleasant, is crucial.

Mercury/Neptune is a gentle influence that might not even be felt amidst the tension of the First Quarter Square, but there is a nice opportunity here to take the edge off strict words or rigid ideas. Soften the absolutes with a touch of creativity or empathy. At the same time, your disciplined focus add structure to a vague but promising idea.

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January 14th, 2019: The Challenger

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  • First Quarter Square between the Aries Moon and Capricorn Sun (23 deg)

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

The First Quarter Square challenges rules and authority with a shot of something courageous or impulsive. This is a crisis aspect that demands action, which means if control/traditions are challenged by something new, it’s time to step away from what’s defined.

It’s uncomfortable when you have to step outside the lines, especially if you’re the first one doing it. Perhaps the challenge involves fighting against the establishment or someone who’s trying to control you (or who’s always controlled you). “Courage” is the theme here – whether you’re the pioneer or the warrior, your next move might pit you against what’s already been decided. Aries is the upstart and Capricorn is the adult. In this case, the upstart has something valuable to offer. The entire process of antagonism, while unpleasant, is crucial.

Mercury/Neptune is a gentle influence that might not even be felt amidst the tension of the First Quarter Square, but there is a nice opportunity here to take the edge off strict words or rigid ideas. Soften the absolutes with a touch of creativity or empathy. At the same time, your disciplined focus will add structure to a vague but promising idea.

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January 13th, 2019: Fantasy Versus Reality

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By George Grie - Own work , [1], Public Domain, https://commons.wikimedia.org

By George Grie – Own work, [1], Public Domain, https://commons.wikimedia.org

  • Mercury in Capricorn conjunct Saturn (12 deg)

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

Jupiter makes the first of three euphoric squares to Neptune. Jupiter expands Neptunes dreams and Neptune dissolves any connection to reality Jupiter might have. 14 deg Sag in your chart is where growth is happening and 14 deg Pisces is where you can glimpse something that transcends all possibilities. There’s magic here.

But add in the tension of the square and you get a crisis of faith (Jupiter) versus disbelief (Neptune), religion (Jupiter) versus spirituality (Neptune) or truth (Jupiter) versus deceit (Neptune). What’s possible versus what’s impossible. And between the two you have friction that prodes you forward, urging you to do something incredible.

The breakthroughs happen when you confront what’s impossible.

This is the aspect of big dreams and everything will be exaggerated. At first, it will feel fantastic as the opportunity seems limitless. But eventually you’ll encounter the comedown or withdrawal.

Still, there’s hope. There is something to work with. Look very carefully at the core potential because there is room for growth. But as the issue expands, keep checking and rechecking that your hopes are in line with reality. if you encounter a crisis of faith, know there’s a reason your faith is being challenged.

This square will reoccur on:

  • June 16th (18 deg, Jupiter Rx)

  • September 21st (17 deg, Neptune Rx)

You’ll be encountering this dream again, so this is only your first shot.

In direct contrast to the above, we have a strict conjunction between Mercury and Saturn. Rules and limits (Saturn) will be clearly identified or communicated (Mercury). You’ll know (or be told) what’s possible and what isn’t. Your focus will be forcefully centered on one issue.

This can ground you as you deal with the Jupiter/Neptune square, because there will be no excuses – what’s real or true will be unmistakable. Use this focus to zero in on what’s possible, and stick with those parameters. If anything involving Jupiter/Neptune falls outside those parameters, question it.

If you manage these energies carefully, today can be a day of significant manifestation.

Interestingly, on June 16th Mercury in Cancer will form a separating oppose to Saturn Rx in Capricorn (18-19 deg) and on September 21st Mercury in Libra will be applying to a square with Saturn (at 12-13 deg). The current conjunction is a new beginning: Mercury/Saturn will clearly define what’s starting. The opposition will deliver results (again, clearly defined) and the square between Mercury in Libra and Saturn will be a final crisis of rules/boundaries versus saying it nicely or glossing over reality. Perhaps some hard questions about a relationship. So this entire Jupiter/Neptune dance will be underscored by some very strict information or parameters on communication. The focus on reality will be continually enforced.

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January 13th, 2019: Fantasy Versus Reality

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By George Grie - Own work , [1], Public Domain, https://commons.wikimedia.org

By George Grie – Own work, [1], Public Domain, https://commons.wikimedia.org

  • Mercury in Capricorn conjunct Saturn (12 deg)

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

Jupiter makes the first of three euphoric squares to Neptune. Jupiter expands Neptunes dreams and Neptune dissolves any connection to reality Jupiter might have. 14 deg Sag in your chart is where growth is happening and 14 deg Pisces is where you can glimpse something that transcends all possibilities. There’s magic here.

But add in the tension of the square and you get a crisis of faith (Jupiter) versus disbelief (Neptune), religion (Jupiter) versus spirituality (Neptune) or truth (Jupiter) versus deceit (Neptune). What’s possible versus what’s impossible. And between the two you have friction that prodes you forward, urging you to do something incredible.

The breakthroughs happen when you confront what’s impossible.

This is the aspect of big dreams and everything will be exaggerated. At first, it will feel fantastic as the opportunity seems limitless. But eventually you’ll encounter the comedown or withdrawal.

Still, there’s hope. There is something to work with. Look very carefully at the core potential because there is room for growth. But as the issue expands, keep checking and rechecking that your hopes are in line with reality. if you encounter a crisis of faith, know there’s a reason your faith is being challenged.

This square will reoccur on:

  • June 16th (18 deg, Jupiter Rx)

  • September 21st (17 deg, Neptune Rx)

You’ll be encountering this dream again, so this is only your first shot.

In direct contrast to the above, we have a strict conjunction between Mercury and Saturn. Rules and limits (Saturn) will be clearly identified or communicated (Mercury). You’ll know (or be told) what’s possible and what isn’t. Your focus will be forcefully centered on one issue.

This can ground you as you deal with the Jupiter/Neptune square, because there will be no excuses – what’s real or true will be unmistakable. Use this focus to zero in on what’s possible, and stick with those parameters. If anything involving Jupiter/Neptune falls outside those parameters, question it.

If you manage these energies carefully, today can be a day of significant manifestation.

Interestingly, on June 16th Mercury in Cancer will form a separating oppose to Saturn Rx in Capricorn (18-19 deg) and on September 21st Mercury in Libra will be applying to a square with Saturn (at 12-13 deg). The current conjunction is a new beginning: Mercury/Saturn will clearly define what’s starting. The opposition will deliver results (again, clearly defined) and the square between Mercury in Libra and Saturn will be a final crisis of rules/boundaries versus saying it nicely or glossing over reality. Perhaps some hard questions about a relationship. So this entire Jupiter/Neptune dance will be underscored by some very strict information or parameters on communication. The focus on reality will be continually enforced.

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January 13th, 2019: Fantasy Versus Reality

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By George Grie - Own work , [1], Public Domain, https://commons.wikimedia.org

By George Grie – Own work, [1], Public Domain, https://commons.wikimedia.org

  • Mercury in Capricorn conjunct Saturn (12 deg)

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

Jupiter makes the first of three euphoric squares to Neptune. Jupiter expands Neptunes dreams and Neptune dissolves any connection to reality Jupiter might have. 14 deg Sag in your chart is where growth is happening and 14 deg Pisces is where you can glimpse something that transcends all possibilities. There’s magic here.

But add in the tension of the square and you get a crisis of faith (Jupiter) versus disbelief (Neptune), religion (Jupiter) versus spirituality (Neptune) or truth (Jupiter) versus deceit (Neptune). What’s possible versus what’s impossible. And between the two you have friction that prodes you forward, urging you to do something incredible.

The breakthroughs happen when you confront what’s impossible.

This is the aspect of big dreams and everything will be exaggerated. At first, it will feel fantastic as the opportunity seems limitless. But eventually you’ll encounter the comedown or withdrawal.

Still, there’s hope. There is something to work with. Look very carefully at the core potential because there is room for growth. But as the issue expands, keep checking and rechecking that your hopes are in line with reality. if you encounter a crisis of faith, know there’s a reason your faith is being challenged.

This square will reoccur on:

  • June 16th (18 deg, Jupiter Rx)

  • September 21st (17 deg, Neptune Rx)

You’ll be encountering this dream again, so this is only your first shot.

In direct contrast to the above, we have a strict conjunction between Mercury and Saturn. Rules and limits (Saturn) will be clearly identified or communicated (Mercury). You’ll know (or be told) what’s possible and what isn’t. Your focus will be forcefully centered on one issue.

This can ground you as you deal with the Jupiter/Neptune square, because there will be no excuses – what’s real or true will be unmistakable. Use this focus to zero in on what’s possible, and stick with those parameters. If anything involving Jupiter/Neptune falls outside those parameters, question it.

If you manage these energies carefully, today can be a day of significant manifestation.

Interestingly, on June 16th Mercury in Cancer will form a separating oppose to Saturn Rx in Capricorn (18-19 deg) and on September 21st Mercury in Libra will be applying to a square with Saturn (at 12-13 deg). The current conjunction is a new beginning: Mercury/Saturn will clearly define what’s starting. The opposition will deliver results (again, clearly defined) and the square between Mercury in Libra and Saturn will be a final crisis of rules/boundaries versus saying it nicely or glossing over reality. Perhaps some hard questions about a relationship. So this entire Jupiter/Neptune dance will be underscored by some very strict information or parameters on communication. The focus on reality will be continually enforced.

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The Magic Window

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Commuters on a Train — Cyril Power[/caption] I grew up in a country where it was unusual, on public transport, to see people reading anything other than a smudged newspaper. I moved to London, where inside the bright-lit tube trains, a colourful collage of hundreds of paper covers made a journey gayer and more interesting. Tired people would bury their minds between the paper covers of novels and magazines. Who was reading Harry Potter? Or Tolstoi? Or The New Scientist? Today, when you ride a train or a bus or a plane, everyone escapes through the magic windows of their […]

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