Tag: Neptune

December 8th, 2018: Lilith’s Strategies

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  • Pallas in Libra trine Black Moon Lilith in Aquarius (13 deg)

  • Pallas in Libra inconjunct Neptune in Pisces (13 deg)

Pallas in Libra is relationship strategies, and BML in Aquarius is the rebellious, powerful woman who disrupts the status quo. When the two harmonize, Lilith has some sharp strategies that allow her to make savvy changes within a social context.

Libra is one-on-one and Aquarius is the group, so this tells us that taboo or shocking women’s issues will reach across all social levels. But the taboo content will be well received by others – what’s usually unacceptable can be delivered in a balanced way (Pallas in Libra is the graceful battle plan).

However, Pallas’ inconjunct to Neptune is a caution to ground these strategies in the real world. It will be easy to get carried away with a higher mission and forget that this involves real people. At the same time, don’t lose sight of the fact that forgiveness and acceptance must be factored into this. Pure strategy without compassion (in this case) can be quite chilly.

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December 7th, 2018: Flow

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  • Mercury in Scorpio trine the Cancer North Node (27 deg)

  • Mars conjunct Neptune in Pisces (27 deg)

Mercury/North Node continues the flow of the Grand Water Trine that’s been in force since December 2nd. Mercury Rx previously trined the North Node on December 4th, and this second hit could manifest as a confirmation of what you’ve been questioning/investigating/contemplating. Watch for a messenger (in the guise of a person, clue or internal realization) to confirm that you’re on the right path as the dots connect easily and instinctively. Profound truths align with emotional progress – the deeper you look, the more progress you’ll make.

Continuing the energy of flow, the Mars/Neptune conjunction indicates a new beginning with actions (Mars) that transcend limits, reality or boundaries. Neptune eases the passage by dissolving barriers, so you can slide into something new or slip past defences. The dream (Neptune) is energized (Mars) and actions can be sacred (as you reach towards a higher power) or undermining (as you wander down the path of addiction or avoidance).

Watch where you step – motivations can be blurry. The situation can waver and go either way. What do you want to accomplish?

This conjunction is a crucial part of the Sagittarius New Moon.

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December 5th, 2018: Tensions to Consider

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  • Sagittarius Sun square Neptune in Pisces (13 deg)

  • Venus in Scorpio square Vesta in Aquarius (2 deg)

Sun/Neptune is a harbinger of the December 7th New Moon. A square is a crisis aspect, and here we have a crisis between future opportunities/truth (Sun in Sag) versus the dream/lie/wish (Neptune). The overall energy is that of expansion, as Neptune dissolves limits and Sag wants to keep exploring, but the direction will be the issue.

What are you moving towards? How do expectations and truth align? There is a strong escapist vibe here, so make sure that you’re putting your faith in something that’s about elevation rather than avoidance.

Venus/Vesta triggers tension between a deep want/craving (involving relationships, money or values) versus a detached focus on the bigger picture. There’s something different to consider, and the contrast with an area of obsession (or a fixed desire) can make you aware of what needs to change and what needs to remain private or protected.

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November 24th, 2018: Progress With Neptune Direct

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  • Neptune stations direct in Pisces (13 deg)

  • Mercury Rx in Sagittarius sextile Pallas in Libra (8 deg)

Neptune

Retrograde since June 18th (from 16 to 13 deg Pisces) Neptune direct is about moving forward after the last remnants of an illusion/dream/outdated situation have dissolved. There may be a release as something fades away. If Neptune has been triggering confusion or loss of focus, this can be a time when you make some headway and progress further into the unknown country (forward means you’re one step closer to the other side).

If you have a natal plant or point at:

  • 13 deg of the Mutable signs, Neptune will be permanently done with you as of December 27th, 2018 (roughly)

  • 14 deg of the Mutable signs, Neptune will be permanently done with you as of February, 2019 (roughly)

  • 17 to 18 deg of the Mutable signs, you’ll be getting your first taste of Neptune around April 2019

Mercury/Pallas

Mercury in Sag makes the first of two sextiles to Pallas. This is a quiet but positive influence – any harmonious aspect between Mercury and Pallas blends information/communication with strategy. Pallas in Libra is about relationship or diplomatic strategies, and boosted by Mercury in Sag, we have expansive communication to deliver these strategies. Meaning, a convincing way to send your message.

But Mercury is Rx, so this will be a revision of previous information, or a second request. Ask again and restrategize. Mercury direct will sextile Pallas again on December 29th, so the plan may not roll forward in its entirety until then.

For now, rest assured that this is a good time to adjust those solutions and have them favourably received. And it’s happening when Neptune goes direct, so you know there will be progress, even if it’s slow.

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Heart Connections | Astrology Horoscope

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As life continues to change and evolve, we’re put into our own individual position of either hanging on to what we know is stable – or to let go and flow (Pisces in Mars). To try and do both – to control AND and to surrender – would require intense juggling, as we would be challenged to […]

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Relationship Horoscopes and Ethics Analyses: Brett and Ashley Kavanaugh

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Good news! Millennial astrologer Kevin Estes returns to Stars Over Washington with an in-depth analysis of Brett and Ashley Kavanaugh including their Composite, Synastry, Natal, and "love" horoscopes.Note that Kevin favors the Regiomontanus house system for chart calculations and you’ll want to check out his intriguing post which also analyzes each of the Kavanaughs in the ethics department of

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Relationship Horoscopes and Ethics Analyses: Brett and Ashley Kavanaugh

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Good news! Millennial astrologer Kevin Estes returns to Stars Over Washington with an in-depth analysis of Brett and Ashley Kavanaugh including their Composite, Synastry, Natal, and "love" horoscopes.Note that Kevin favors the Regiomontanus house system for chart calculations and you’ll want to check out his intriguing post which also analyzes each of the Kavanaughs in the ethics department of

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October 19th, 2018: What’s Meant To Happen

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  • Waxing Trine between the Aquarius Moon and Libra Sun (26 deg)

  • Mercury in Scorpio trine Neptune Rx in Pisces (14 deg)

  • Mercury in Scorpio square Mars in Aquarius (14 deg)

Waxing Trine

The Waxing Trine indicates a natural flow between partnership and independence, one-on-one and the group. All the social angles are covered, making it easy to connect with others on various levels. The catch is that you have to keep it light – the Air signs call for detachment and intellectual connections. Overall, this trine has a lively vibe that that enables the progress of any type of relationship.

Mercury

Despite the flow of the trine, Mercury’s square to Mars does suggest that communication will be tense. The urge to dig deep for answers (and this can be rooted in the desire to control by knowing all the “secrets”) will clash with actions that demand freedom. There may be tension between wanting to step back versus wanting to know more. The result can be angry words and forceful demands.

The Neptune/Mercury trine can help. If you encounter pressure to reveal more than you’re comfortable with, or you’re the one applying the pressure, take a deep breath, exhale and let go. Accept that you can’t force the words or knowledge – some things aren’t meant to be known, and you don’t have to open up if you don’t want to. Neptune encourages release, forgiveness and its own brand of detachment via transcendence. What you need to know will come to you, as will the right words.

The common theme today is the trine – natural flow. There is no need to force anything, because what’s meant to unfold will do so without effort.

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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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