Tag: phases of the Moon

April 21st, 2019: Tension and Growth

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Jean-Léon Gérôme

Jean-Léon Gérôme

  • Waning Inconjunct between the Sagittarius Moon and Taurus Sun (1 deg)

  • Mars in Gemini opposite Ceres Rx in Sagittarius (13 deg)

Some tension today, but nothing that can’t be dealt with.

The Waning Inconjunct adds another factor to be considered after the results of the April 19th Full Moon. While the Sun (newly entered into Taurus) suggests that you are trying to stabilize, the Sag Moon is a reminder that expansion must happen in another area. The tension between stability and growth will be uncomfortable, so the solution is to adjust both sides – plant your feet on the ground while reaching further in one direction.

Mars/Ceres indicates that multiple paths will be at odds with an area of expansion/learning/faith that you’re trying to nurture. It may seem as if your motivations are pulling you in every direction except the right one. But the opposition is a result, so it’s time to choose. Ceres is Rx, which means the area of nurturing is under review. You’ve here before – can you make it happen or is it time to move on?

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April 21st, 2019: Tension and Growth

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Jean-Léon Gérôme

Jean-Léon Gérôme

  • Waning Inconjunct between the Sagittarius Moon and Taurus Sun (1 deg)

  • Mars in Gemini opposite Ceres Rx in Sagittarius (13 deg)

Some tension today, but nothing that can’t be dealt with.

The Waning Inconjunct adds another factor to be considered after the results of the April 19th Full Moon. While the Sun (newly entered into Taurus) suggests that you are trying to stabilize, the Sag Moon is a reminder that expansion must happen in another area. The tension between stability and growth will be uncomfortable, so the solution is to adjust both sides – plant your feet on the ground while reaching further in one direction.

Mars/Ceres indicates that multiple paths will be at odds with an area of expansion/learning/faith that you’re trying to nurture. It may seem as if your motivations are pulling you in every direction except the right one. But the opposition is a result, so it’s time to choose. Ceres is Rx, which means the area of nurturing is under review. You’ve here before – can you make it happen or is it time to move on?

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April 17th, 2019: Waxing Inconjunct

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  • Waxing Inconjunct between the Virgo Moon and Aries Sun (26 deg)

Here’s the frustrating pause and adjustment (the Waxing Inconjunct) that occurs before every Full Moon. In this case, before the April 19th Libra Full Moon we have a disconnect between details versus the urge to keep pushing forward. Momentum will slow but it cannot stop. But at the same time, you have to pay attention to the small flaws that demand a fix.

This will be frustrating because you’ll be torn between aggressively moving ahead versus being precise and a little humble. The challenge of the inconjunct is to honour both sides.

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April 17th, 2019: Waxing Inconjunct

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  • Waxing Inconjunct between the Virgo Moon and Aries Sun (26 deg)

Here’s the frustrating pause and adjustment (the Waxing Inconjunct) that occurs before every Full Moon. In this case, before the April 19th Libra Full Moon we have a disconnect between details versus the urge to keep pushing forward. Momentum will slow but it cannot stop. But at the same time, you have to pay attention to the small flaws that demand a fix.

This will be frustrating because you’ll be torn between aggressively moving ahead versus being precise and a little humble. The challenge of the inconjunct is to honour both sides.

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April 14th, 2019: Grand Fire Trine

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  • Waxing Trine between the Leo Moon and Aries Sun (24 deg)

  • Moon in Leo trine Jupiter Rx in Sagittarius (24 deg)

  • Sun in Aries trine Jupiter Rx in Sagittarius (24 deg)

The Waxing Trine integrates pride with courage, creativity with initiative. Momentum and confidence will carry you forward towards something promising, and this is boosted by the Sun and Moon’s trines to Jupiter. Jupiter adds expansion and optimism while creating a Grand Fire Trine – a harmonious circuit of energy that enables an easy flow.

Even though Jupiter is Rx, this can still be quite beneficial. The Rx status may concentrate expansion in one area or it may suggest a second chance at a previous opportunity. Even if you’re slowing down a bit, the Grand Trine indicates that you can work an opportunity to the max.

There’s something growing which involves hope for the future. Roll with the events that occur (there should be a pull in one direction) and make the most of this.

This energy favours increase, action, public attention and ambition. Jupiter Rx means it’s not so much about moving into a brand new area – you’re making the most of what’s already here or where you’ve been before. But you’re still moving ahead. And the key (as with any Grand Trine) is that you’re following the path of least resistance.

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March 14th, 2019: Take Action

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  • First Quarter Square between the Gemini Moon and Pisces Sun (23 deg)

  • Sun conjunct Mercury Rx in Pisces (24 deg)

  • Mercury Rx trine the Cancer North Node (24 deg)

  • Mars in Taurus trine Saturn in Capricorn (18 deg)

First Quarter Square

Here we have a crisis that demands action, but your choices (Gemini) may be vague (Pisces). It will be difficult to pinpoint the correct path and it may feel easier to not choose, or to simply drift along without looking at the facts. Nonetheless, you need to do something and that will require selecting A or B.

The Sun’s inferior conjunction to Mercury Rx (ruler of Gemini) can help, as it marks a point of clarity. This is the middle of Mercury’s retrograde, so something essential will be illuminated. Delays, shifting facts and hazy truths have led you to this point- pay attention to what’s revealed and use it in your First Quarter Square decision.

Mercury Rx trine the North Node means that overall, what you learn (and act on) today can take you in the right direction-towards a place that feels (Cancer) safe, authentic and fully aligned with what you need. This is the second of Mercury’s three trines to the North Node (the first one occurred on Feb 26th) so this is part of an ongoing process.

Note that the inferior conjunction is similar to a “New Moon” influence (it marks a new beginning) and will be connected to the “Full Moon” results of the previous superior Sun/Mercury conjunction from January 29th at 9 deg Aquarius.

Mars/Saturn

Patient actions harmonize with rules and structure. In the Earth signs, this is the ultimate manifestation aspect as what you do can have physical, measurable results. There’s nothing dramatic here – slow and steady is the way to go. Work within the boundaries. Movement may be so slow that you question if any progress is being made, but you’ll know there’s progress if you can see/feel the results. Mars in Taurus favours building material security or working to make something grow.

This is about taking responsibility (Saturn) for what you want. If you don’t act and you don’t commit to the long- term, nothing will happen.

Consider how this relates back to the required action of the First Quarter Square – choose (Gemini) based on what’s revealed (Sun/Mercury), commit to that path then move forward carefully and deliberately.

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March 14th, 2019: Take Action

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  • First Quarter Square between the Gemini Moon and Pisces Sun (23 deg)

  • Sun conjunct Mercury Rx in Pisces (24 deg)

  • Mercury Rx trine the Cancer North Node (24 deg)

  • Mars in Taurus trine Saturn in Capricorn (18 deg)

First Quarter Square

Here we have a crisis that demands action, but your choices (Gemini) may be vague (Pisces). It will be difficult to pinpoint the correct path and it may feel easier to not choose, or to simply drift along without looking at the facts. Nonetheless, you need to do something and that will require selecting A or B.

The Sun’s inferior conjunction to Mercury Rx (ruler of Gemini) can help, as it marks a point of clarity. This is the middle of Mercury’s retrograde, so something essential will be illuminated. Delays, shifting facts and hazy truths have led you to this point- pay attention to what’s revealed and use it in your First Quarter Square decision.

Mercury Rx trine the North Node means that overall, what you learn (and act on) today can take you in the right direction-towards a place that feels (Cancer) safe, authentic and fully aligned with what you need. This is the second of Mercury’s three trines to the North Node (the first one occurred on Feb 26th) so this is part of an ongoing process.

Note that the inferior conjunction is similar to a “New Moon” influence (it marks a new beginning) and will be connected to the “Full Moon” results of the previous superior Sun/Mercury conjunction from January 29th at 9 deg Aquarius.

Mars/Saturn

Patient actions harmonize with rules and structure. In the Earth signs, this is the ultimate manifestation aspect as what you do can have physical, measurable results. There’s nothing dramatic here – slow and steady is the way to go. Work within the boundaries. Movement may be so slow that you question if any progress is being made, but you’ll know there’s progress if you can see/feel the results. Mars in Taurus favours building material security or working to make something grow.

This is about taking responsibility (Saturn) for what you want. If you don’t act and you don’t commit to the long- term, nothing will happen.

Consider how this relates back to the required action of the First Quarter Square – choose (Gemini) based on what’s revealed (Sun/Mercury), commit to that path then move forward carefully and deliberately.

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March 11th, 2019: A Day of Ease

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Arthur Melville

Arthur Melville

  • Waxing Sextile between the Taurus Moon and Pisces Sun (21 deg)

  • Venus in Aquarius sextile Ceres in Sagittarius (11 deg)

Taurus’ immediate reality grounds Pisces’ exalted dreams. Vague potentials from the March 6th Pisces New Moon can be integrated with what’s in front of you. Consider how you can move forward, step by step. What are some simple, practical things you can do that will have a physical impact? This is how you give form to the dream or work your way through the confusion.

Venus/Ceres supports open-minded nurturing and expressions of love. There is no possessiveness here – no judgements or restrictions. No fear. Caring for someone or encouraging the growth of a desired potential means opening your eyes to other possibilities and allowing the unexpected to develop.

Overall, today’s sextiles promise easy opportunities to move forward. Nothing dramatic, just some gentle nudges in the right direction.

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March 11th, 2019: A Day of Ease

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Arthur Melville

Arthur Melville

  • Waxing Sextile between the Taurus Moon and Pisces Sun (21 deg)

  • Venus in Aquarius sextile Ceres in Sagittarius (11 deg)

Taurus’ immediate reality grounds Pisces’ exalted dreams. Vague potentials from the March 6th Pisces New Moon can be integrated with what’s in front of you. Consider how you can move forward, step by step. What are some simple, practical things you can do that will have a physical impact? This is how you give form to the dream or work your way through the confusion.

Venus/Ceres supports open-minded nurturing and expressions of love. There is no possessiveness here – no judgements or restrictions. No fear. Caring for someone or encouraging the growth of a desired potential means opening your eyes to other possibilities and allowing the unexpected to develop.

Overall, today’s sextiles promise easy opportunities to move forward. Nothing dramatic, just some gentle nudges in the right direction.

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February 28th, 2019: Taking Gentle Control

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Anders Zorn

Anders Zorn

  • Sun in Pisces square Ceres in Sagittarius (9 deg)

  • Waning Sextile between the Pisces Sun and Capricorn Moon (10 deg)

  • Venus in Capricorn square Pallas Rx in Libra (29 deg)

Waxing Sextile

The Sun/Ceres square can illuminate tension around nurturing as Pisces’ release/vagueness clashes with Ceres in Sag’s enthusiastic (and pushy) expressions of care. As more care is offered the situation may become less certain. Too, a discordant truth (or loss of faith) about mothering or nourishment may be revealed.

The Waxing Sextile can provide some help as maturity and commitment (Capricorn) gives form to what’s vague (Pisces). If you’re trying to care for someone or nurture a project/potential and are frustrated by what’s undefined, this sextile encourages you to take control by gently (this is not about lowering the hammer) steering events. Step in as the compassionate parent and do what needs to be done.

Venus/Pallas

Venus/Pallas suggests some relationship tension as rules about partnerships, money or values clash with social strategies. Pallas is in a Venus-ruled sign, but Libra wants everything to be nice and pretty while Venus in Capricorn is all business. Strategies used to appease or obliquely win a battle will not blend with stricter (and more direct) definitions of what the other person wants.

Consider who’s in control and what has greater value: politeness or authority? Pallas’ Rx status is a hint, because this means strategies are currently under revision.

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