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Tag: Capricorn
January 23rd, 2019: The Awkward Details

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Waning Inconjunct between the Virgo Moon and Aquarius Sun (3 deg)
Mercury in Capricorn square Uranus in Aries (28 deg)
Mercury in Capricorn sextile Chiron in Pisces (28 deg)
Mercury in Capricorn sextile Ceres in Scorpio (29 deg)
The Waning Inconjunct triggers awkward reminders that all is not complete after the January 20th/21st Full Moon eclipse.
There are some extra details to consider – a correction or picky addition that you’d rather detach yourself from. Maybe there’s a small inaccuracy that you just noticed (or that someone helpfully pointed out). After the eclipse’s dramatic illumination of power or ego, watch for a humbling reminder that the little things can seriously disrupt you if they’re not attended to. Fix it now and get it over with, then you can return to the bigger picture and issues of freedom, individuality and the future.
Mercury (ruler of Virgo) makes a square to Uranus (ruler of Aquarius). This gives us more info about the inconjunct- the flaw or detail will be surprising and may challenge set opinions or an official document/commitment. While inconvenient, the challenge is happening for a reason.
Note that Mercury’s sextiles to Chiron and Ceres suggest that the above disruption can free you up to confront a painful issue and accept some healing/nurturing. Rigid or uncompromising words/info will be given a shake, and perhaps that’s what needs to happen.
Now there’s room to talk about what hurts.
January 23rd, 2019: The Awkward Details

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Waning Inconjunct between the Virgo Moon and Aquarius Sun (3 deg)
Mercury in Capricorn square Uranus in Aries (28 deg)
Mercury in Capricorn sextile Chiron in Pisces (28 deg)
Mercury in Capricorn sextile Ceres in Scorpio (29 deg)
The Waning Inconjunct triggers awkward reminders that all is not complete after the January 20th/21st Full Moon eclipse.
There are some extra details to consider – a correction or picky addition that you’d rather detach yourself from. Maybe there’s a small inaccuracy that you just noticed (or that someone helpfully pointed out). After the eclipse’s dramatic illumination of power or ego, watch for a humbling reminder that the little things can seriously disrupt you if they’re not attended to. Fix it now and get it over with, then you can return to the bigger picture and issues of freedom, individuality and the future.
Mercury (ruler of Virgo) makes a square to Uranus (ruler of Aquarius). This gives us more info about the inconjunct- the flaw or detail will be surprising and may challenge set opinions or an official document/commitment. While inconvenient, the challenge is happening for a reason.
Note that Mercury’s sextiles to Chiron and Ceres suggest that the above disruption can free you up to confront a painful issue and accept some healing/nurturing. Rigid or uncompromising words/info will be given a shake, and perhaps that’s what needs to happen.
Now there’s room to talk about what hurts.
January 22nd, 2019: Crucial Messages and More Venus

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Mercury conjunct the Capricorn South Node (26 deg)
Mercury in Capricorn square Pallas in Libra (26 deg)
Pallas in Libra square the North Node in Cancer/South Node in Capricorn (26 deg)
Venus in Sagittarius conjunct Jupiter (16 deg)
Mercury/Pallas
Mercury over the South Node brings a message/messenger from the past. A key person, conversation or realization involving authority or rules will emerge. Watch for the culmination of a topic that’s been growing in significance, or an official document that finalizes something.
Even if you’ve just met this person or just encountered this message, there will be something familiar here- a sense that you’ve heard this before or you’ve been waiting to hear this. This will be a very significant piece of information that will clearly define a current reality. Perhaps the line between past and present will be verbalized – this could be a formal goodbye.
However, Mercury in Capricorn squares Pallas, which squares the Nodes. A square to the Nodes indicates a key issue that’s troublesome and can block your movement forward to the Cancer North Node (an area of emotional honesty and satisfaction). Pallas in Libra is the social strategy – a solution or approach that’s designed to “win” (Pallas is about doing battle) but in polite Libra, the strategy is coated in sugar. This is social engineering and pretty words with a steel core. Winning the social/relationship battle with grace or passive-aggressive methods.
Something about these strategies needs to be addressed, because they are blocking your way forward. Maybe they’re inauthentic or outdated. Or maybe you’re not standing up for yourself (distorted Libra can be the people pleaser). The square to Mercury means the key message/messenger will draw your attention to this failing strategy. There may be tension between verbal boundaries versus being liked, or strict rules that challenge your current attempts at a social or relationship solution.
Where are your relationship strategies out of balance? Where do you need to be more authentic? What is the message from the past telling you?
Venus/Jupiter
Here is the aspect of abundance – more of what you want and love. Watch for an opportunity involving relationships, money, values and self-esteem. Optimism and a sense of adventure (Jupiter) boosts your chances of attracting (Venus) something favourable. Or, for some, this could be a moment of pure luck. It’s exuberant and asks that you have faith in love, life and yourself. Venus in Sag is about reaching into the unknown – something/someone you’ve never encountered before could be the key to a beautiful new beginning.
Remember that Jupiter is the promise, not the guarantee. In order to make the most of this, you’ll have to expand on what’s being promised. And, because Sagittarius is the sign of exploration, you’ll have to step outside your comfort zone.
Note that Venus rules Libra, so this connects to Pallas in Libra. Jupiter’s “more” does not mean “more of the same.” As you encounter this lovely gift, consider how you can change your relationship, financial or self-esteem strategies. Here’s a chance to do it differently and better.
January 22nd, 2019: Crucial Messages and More Venus

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Mercury conjunct the Capricorn South Node (26 deg)
Mercury in Capricorn square Pallas in Libra (26 deg)
Pallas in Libra square the North Node in Cancer/South Node in Capricorn (26 deg)
Venus in Sagittarius conjunct Jupiter (16 deg)
Mercury/Pallas
Mercury over the South Node brings a message/messenger from the past. A key person, conversation or realization involving authority or rules will emerge. Watch for the culmination of a topic that’s been growing in significance, or an official document that finalizes something.
Even if you’ve just met this person or just encountered this message, there will be something familiar here- a sense that you’ve heard this before or you’ve been waiting to hear this. This will be a very significant piece of information that will clearly define a current reality. Perhaps the line between past and present will be verbalized – this could be a formal goodbye.
However, Mercury in Capricorn squares Pallas, which squares the Nodes. A square to the Nodes indicates a key issue that’s troublesome and can block your movement forward to the Cancer North Node (an area of emotional honesty and satisfaction). Pallas in Libra is the social strategy – a solution or approach that’s designed to “win” (Pallas is about doing battle) but in polite Libra, the strategy is coated in sugar. This is social engineering and pretty words with a steel core. Winning the social/relationship battle with grace or passive-aggressive methods.
Something about these strategies needs to be addressed, because they are blocking your way forward. Maybe they’re inauthentic or outdated. Or maybe you’re not standing up for yourself (distorted Libra can be the people pleaser). The square to Mercury means the key message/messenger will draw your attention to this failing strategy. There may be tension between verbal boundaries versus being liked, or strict rules that challenge your current attempts at a social or relationship solution.
Where are your relationship strategies out of balance? Where do you need to be more authentic? What is the message from the past telling you?
Venus/Jupiter
Here is the aspect of abundance – more of what you want and love. Watch for an opportunity involving relationships, money, values and self-esteem. Optimism and a sense of adventure (Jupiter) boosts your chances of attracting (Venus) something favourable. Or, for some, this could be a moment of pure luck. It’s exuberant and asks that you have faith in love, life and yourself. Venus in Sag is about reaching into the unknown – something/someone you’ve never encountered before could be the key to a beautiful new beginning.
Remember that Jupiter is the promise, not the guarantee. In order to make the most of this, you’ll have to expand on what’s being promised. And, because Sagittarius is the sign of exploration, you’ll have to step outside your comfort zone.
Note that Venus rules Libra, so this connects to Pallas in Libra. Jupiter’s “more” does not mean “more of the same.” As you encounter this lovely gift, consider how you can change your relationship, financial or self-esteem strategies. Here’s a chance to do it differently and better.
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January 20th, 2019: The Mirage Versus Solid Ground

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.
January 20th, 2019: The Mirage Versus Solid Ground

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.
January 19th, 2019: Stormy Waters

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Moon in Cancer square Mars in Aries (12 deg)
Moon in Cancer opposite Saturn in Capricorn (13 deg)
Moon in Cancer trine Neptune in Pisces (14 deg)
The Moon/Mars square triggers emotional outbursts. The Moon is at its most powerful in Cancer (the sign it rules) which means feelings and needs will be close to the surface. Mars can stir up anger, passion or hurt feelings, and everything will be taken very personally.
But the Moon’s opposition to Saturn clamps down on any outbursts. Cancer is the child and Capricorn (ruled by Saturn ) is the adult. So we have an equally strong Saturn using authority and rules to block the expression of feelings. The result can be simmering frustration and repressed needs. Watch for stress-induced regressions into childhood.
The trine to Neptune is your outlet. If you’re feeling angry or impatient, you can tap into a source of creativity, transcendence or spirituality. Neptune encourages you to reach beyond your immediate needs – exhale and consider what else you can do in the moment, since Saturn will effectively block you. You will feel needy or restricted.
Remind yourself that this too shall pass and there’s always something more beyond what’s happening right now (Cancer is intensely personal but Neptune/Pisces is transpersonal). If you can find a way to forgive or shrug off the tension while focusing on what’s soothing and uplifting, you can glide through these stormy waters.
January 19th, 2019: Stormy Waters

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Moon in Cancer square Mars in Aries (12 deg)
Moon in Cancer opposite Saturn in Capricorn (13 deg)
Moon in Cancer trine Neptune in Pisces (14 deg)
The Moon/Mars square triggers emotional outbursts. The Moon is at its most powerful in Cancer (the sign it rules) which means feelings and needs will be close to the surface. Mars can stir up anger, passion or hurt feelings, and everything will be taken very personally.
But the Moon’s opposition to Saturn clamps down on any outbursts. Cancer is the child and Capricorn (ruled by Saturn ) is the adult. So we have an equally strong Saturn using authority and rules to block the expression of feelings. The result can be simmering frustration and repressed needs. Watch for stress-induced regressions into childhood.
The trine to Neptune is your outlet. If you’re feeling angry or impatient, you can tap into a source of creativity, transcendence or spirituality. Neptune encourages you to reach beyond your immediate needs – exhale and consider what else you can do in the moment, since Saturn will effectively block you. You will feel needy or restricted.
Remind yourself that this too shall pass and there’s always something more beyond what’s happening right now (Cancer is intensely personal but Neptune/Pisces is transpersonal). If you can find a way to forgive or shrug off the tension while focusing on what’s soothing and uplifting, you can glide through these stormy waters.
