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October 12th, 2018: Stay Calm

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  • Libra Sun square Pluto in Capricorn (18 deg)

  • Mercury in Scorpio sextile Saturn in Capricorn (3 deg)

  • Juno stations retrograde in Gemini (0 deg)

Sun/Pluto

We see themes from the October 8th New Moon in the square between Pluto and the Libra Sun. Sun/Pluto is an aspect of power, but the tension of the square means it’s expressed discordantly. There is an intensified push for control/dominance based on the fear of being controlled/dominated. You may experience this as an extreme imbalance between you and another (one person has all the power).

In Libra, the surface vibe may be quite polite and “nice” but Pluto’s shadow suggests something darker behind the scenes. Watch for passive-aggressive or indirect expressions of power. If the situation feels “off” you’re not just imagining it. Consider where the anxiety might be coming from and if there’s any way you can correct that imbalance.

Mercury/Saturn

Mercury is nicely stabilized by Saturn. Conversations and realizations will be quiet and serious. Nothing dramatic here, just the certainty that you can rely on what you discover or hear. Saturn’s rules/focus can help you stay grounded if there’s a risk of becoming overwhelmed by the depth of Scorpio-flavoured information.

This aspect can help with the crisis of the Sun/Pluto square – stay calm, focus on what you’re uncovering or what feels deeply honest.

Juno

Mercury rules Gemini, and this is where Juno Rx is. As noted in this post, Juno (agreements, contracts) has only recently entered the sign of choices and new information. New agreements or partnership choices are being questioned already, but Mercury/Saturn suggests a calm, rational approach even as you peer underneath.

This takes us back to Sun/Pluto: Libra is the sign of relationships, so there’s hint that the power crisis will be connected to Juno’s Rx (questioning the new agreement).

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October 11th, 2018: Powerful Information

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  • Mercury in Scorpio square the Nodes in Leo/Aquarius (2 deg)

  • Pluto in Capricorn trine Pallas in Virgo (18 deg)

Mercury squaring the Nodes suggests a key messenger or message. This piece of intel, conversation or realization will emerge from the depths and put you on notice that it’s time to step away from the past and move forward.

The Aquarius South Node represents an issue whose time has come. You’ve been here before, perhaps dealing with alienation, detachment or trauma. Mercury has something to tell you about this and it may involve a deeply honest look at what you didn’t want to admit. But it’s also your solution – here are the facts that can help you step into the light towards a place of pride, creativity, joy and appreciation for who you are (Leo North Node).

What can also help…Pluto/Pallas presents sharp strategies that are quiet but incredibly effective. Pallas in Virgo is about practical details/patterns that work and Pluto (ruler of Scorpio) intensifies them. Here is a solution that’s not dramatic, but it’s solid and very, very powerful. This is the plan that cuts through the extras – it’s clean, lean and every detail has an impact.

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October 2nd, 2018: Crisis

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  • Third Quarter Square between the Cancer Moon and Libra Sun (9 deg)

  • Mercury in Libra square Pluto in Capricorn (18 deg)

Third Quarter Square

The Third Quarter Square can bring up emotional crises that get you thinking about the nature of give and take in your relationships. Insecurity, mother/child issues or situations from the past can trigger imbalances that feel unfair. It may feel uncomfortable to question the nature of certain associations now, but the discomfort is a sign that all is not well.

Ultimately, you want to move to a place of balance and compromise, but that will involve honouring your needs and paying attention to what feels unsafe. Only by acknowledging what feels right for you can you achieve true balance with another. And this also means acknowledging when you have been immature, needy or helpless.

Mercury/Pluto

The square between Mercury and Pluto echoes the crisis of the Third Quarter Square. Thoughts and discussions will be intense and not straightforward. Guaranteed that there’s more going on behind the scenes, so take note of what’s not being said or what’s lurking on the edge of your awareness.

Pluto is the shadow behind Mercury in Libra’s socially acceptable words or thoughts that say “Everything is fine.” Everything is not fine, and ignoring this won’t make it go away. What don’t you want to admit? Pluto is also the uncomfortable truth – the sooner you look at what’s really going on, the sooner you can move forward.

The Mercury/Pluto square also connects to yesterday’s Mars/BML conjunction.

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September 30th, 2018: Fact, Fantasy and Pluto Direct

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  • Mercury in Libra inconjunct Neptune Rx in Pisces (14 deg)

  • Pluto stations direct in Capricorn (18 deg)

Fact and Fantasy

Mercury/Neptune is the disconnect between fact and fantasy. Mercury in Libra puts this in the context of one-on-one discussions or projected ideas. What you hear may be different from what’s being said, and what you say may be misinterpreted. But, the issue that’s blurring the facts cannot be ignored, because there’s something that’s amplifying sensitivity – alternate messages are leaking in. What’s responsible for the crossed signals? Make room for what you suspect but don’t allow it undermine you.

Pluto Direct

Pluto forges ahead, continuing its agenda of deconstruction and death of the old order. If you have anything around 18 degrees of the Cardinal signs, Pluto is done (or will be within the next month). That transformation is complete. 19 deg will be hit by Pluto from roughly November to December 2018, and then Pluto will also be done with that degree.

The next Pluto Rx will cover 23 to 20 deg Capricorn, so this is the upcoming zone of intensification (from April to October 2019). In the meantime, Pluto direct can initiate a loss, empowerment or total overhaul in your life.

Note that (for the first time) Pluto will hit 22 deg Capricorn around March 2019. This is the degree of the Saturn/Pluto conjunction (Jan 12th, 2020). It will be a massive new beginning involving power and authority (I’ve written a PDF about it if you’re interested). March 2019 may deliver some early hints about what’s to come, especially if you have anything in the Cardinal or Earth signs at this deg.

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Sprouting New Growth | Astrology Horoscope

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Tonight’s passionate Aries Full Moon can REALLY fire us up; encouraging a deep-seeded need to take action, as a way to gain some sense of control.  A new truth will be illuminated under this sacred light on Monday September 24; uncovering what has remained in the dark and unknown. If we’re brave enough to face […]

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September 12th, 2018: Opportunity

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  • Venus in Scorpio opposite Uranus Rx in Taurus: 2 deg
  • Venus in Scorpio sextile Saturn in Capricorn: 2 deg
  • Jupiter in Scorpio sextile Pluto Rx in Capricorn: 18 deg

Venus

Venus in Scorpio interacts with the not-quite-exact Saturn/Uranus trine. Her opposition to Uranus is the shock- the disruption to what you want, or the surprising thing that you didn’t know you wanted (the electric attraction or burst of desire for something). Along the Fixed Scorpio/Taurus axis, there’s a sense of change erupting from a deep place. A reluctant but intense overhaul. The opposition indicates an ending or result and usually an external source is the trigger. 

But she also makes a supportive sextile to Saturn in Capricorn, which reminds us that Saturn trine Uranus is change harmonizing with structure. New rules that are established smoothly. Add Venus to the mix and this could be an opportunity – a chance to get what you want in an unexpected way or uncover deep (Scorpio) and surprising resources. Saturn’s rules/focus/discipline will solidify this. 

Uranus can be the blast of clarity into Scorpio’s shadows. The change to your existing resources/security base (Taurus) that reveals something deeper and better. Venus rules Taurus, so this is a new approach to what you already have, but you’re taking it further (or someone is pushing you to take it further). Again, these are Fixed signs, so there’s a reluctant but powerful shift. 

Due to Venus’ upcoming Rx, you’ll be encountering this issue again:

  • Oct 24th: Venus Rx in Scorpio sextile Saturn in Capricorn (4 deg)
  • Oct 31st: Venus Rx in Scorpio opposite Uranus Rx in Taurus (0 deg)

Jupiter Sextile Pluto

Jupiter in any aspect to Pluto can indicate success. Jupiter expands Pluto’s power (especially in Pluto-ruled Scorpio) and Pluto intensifies Jupiter’s sense of possibility. With the gentle sextile, the potential for megalomania is diminished – this is a quiet opportunity that can be quite rich and rewarding if you work with it. It will mean taking something a bit further and intensifying your efforts but the rewards will be significant. 

This is the last of three Jupiter/Pluto sextiles in Scorpio/Capricorn:

  • Jan 15th, 2018: 19 deg
  • Apr 14th, 2018: 21 deg (Jupiter Rx) 

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September 11th, 2018: Benefits and Limits

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  • Sun in Virgo sextile Jupiter in Scorpio (18 deg)
  • Sun in Virgo trine Pluto Rx in Capricorn (18 deg)
  • Saturn in Capricorn square Ceres in Libra (2 deg)

Jupiter/Pluto Benefits

Aspects to the Sun are empowering in a grounded, easy- to- handle way. Jupiter gently expands Virgo’s refinement, specialization and improvement. Pluto intensifies this by pinpointing a mission – there’s something specific that must be fixed or made better. A touch of obsession elevates Virgo’s mundane task or service to something extraordinary. Only the best will do.

Jupiter brings benefits in the guise of good timing (situations will go your way) or extra emotional/financial resources. Excellent for health or work matters. 

These energies are further powered up by tomorrow’s exact sextile between Jupiter and Pluto.

Limited Nurturing

However, you’ll also be contending with Saturn/Ceres, which will sharply limit and define an area of nurturing. What you want from someone, or what you’re expected to give, will be blocked. This may be an exchange of services, a partnership or social situation. The give and take (Libra) will be unbalanced, and there may be resentment. Fears or rules could clamp down on loving, helping or looking after others. Not the best day to expect cuddles, and you may find that you don’t have much to give anyway. On the plus side, if you’ve been giving too much, this aspect can help you set those boundaries. 

Your best bet is to concentrate on the Jupiter/Pluto action. There’s work to be done and you can elevate a practical task to something special. 

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August 29th, 2018: Mercury Inconjunct Pluto

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  • Mercury in Leo inconjunct Pluto Rx in Capricorn (18 deg)

Words have more power than you may realize. A subconscious push for domination, along with Leo’s drive for attention, can result in bold statements that end up triggering others. There may also be an undefined fear that your words will be ignored, but all you’re aware of is what’s being said on the surface, which you may interpret as bright, courageous and creative. 

This is the disconnect between conscious expression versus subconscious impulses. 

Pause before you speak and tune into your deeper motivations. If you’re on the receiving end of a difficult statement, pay attention to what’s not being said and consider the gap between power and how that power is communicated. 

Overall, this is not the day to expect smooth communication, although much of the tension will be behind the shine.  

This is a repeat aspect (not a new issue):

  • July 16th: Mercury direct inconjunct Pluto Rx (19 deg Capricorn)
  • August 5th: Mercury Rx inconjunct Pluto Rx (19 deg Capricorn)

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