Tag: phases of the Moon

May 9th, 2019: Shadow Behind the Fire

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  • Waxing Sextile between the Cancer Moon and Taurus Sun (18 deg)

  • Venus in Aries square Pluto Rx in Capricorn (23 deg)

  • Venus in Aries trine Jupiter Rx in Sagittarius (23 deg)

Waxing Sextile

Here is an opportunity to advance the May 4th New Moon beginnings. With a bit of effort, you can nurture a seed or solid beginning so it grows into something comforting, nourishing and emotionally satisfying. No matter what happened during the New Moon, it’s time to move forward using your needs as fuel. Sounds easy enough – what do you really need? But you have to act on this because no one will deliver it to you. Family, childhood or mother may be involved.

Venus

Venus/Pluto is the crisis of want versus power. The compulsive attraction or obsessive drive to get what you want NOW (no matter the cost) has more behind it. On the surface, it looks like pure Aries competition, passion or impulse. But it’s not pure- there are deeper motivations, an urge to maintain power and fear of losing that power.

This is the corner you turn as you confront the shadow behind the desire. You may be dealing with manipulation or you may be trying to “convince” someone to give you what you want/love. Pushing forward, especially when the other party is reluctant, is a red flag.

Jupiter’s trine to Venus can greatly amplify the Pluto-driven compulsion. While there may be a hot opportunity to earn/create/achieve, proceed very carefully – again, check those background motivations. On the other hand, Jupiter can help you get past the square to Pluto if you hook into the bigger perspective – elevate yourself above the fear of loss and look at the undiscovered country that lies ahead. Is there something new to learn or explore? Jupiter/Venus is hopeful and individual freedom is honoured.

Jupiter and Pluto are Rx (retrograde), so you’ve been here before.

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May 4th, 2019: Security Versus Freedom

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  • Taurus Moon inconjunct Ceres Rx in Sagittarius (12 deg)

  • Taurus Moon inconjunct Pallas Rx in Libra (13 deg)

The Taurus Moon forms a Yod to Ceres and Pallas. The Moon makes an inconjunct (aspect of incompatibility) to Ceres: a disconnect between expansive (Sagittarius) nurturing (Ceres) and fixed habits (Taurus). The Moon also makes an inconjunct to Pallas: a disconnect between the same fixed habits and social (Libra ) strategies (Pallas).

Pallas and Ceres Rx are connected with a supportive sextile, so light, balanced strategies and the nurturing of new areas connect in an easy way. Both are retrograde, so you’re revisiting this issue and perhaps discovering new directions to take a relationship.

But the barrier is fixed habits; you may get tripped up by fears of moving forward or hesitation to compromise. The focal point (the Taurus Moon) is also where the energy of the Yod must be directed – the growth of relationship strategies must be focused in a way that adds to your security.

The Yod is the most frustrating configuration, because the challenge (the Taurus Moon)is also the focus and goal.

It’s a tricky mix, and you may swing back and forth between freedom versus security. Freedom is security in this case, if new relationship areas and compromise are integrated into existing routines. What are you trying to solidify but not stagnate?

This is taking place in the dark time just before tonight’s Taurus New Moon (6:45 pm EDT), suggesting an emerging issue that’s difficult to see clearly. When the New Moon hits, things should become clearer, but don’t ignore the challenging dynamics beforehand. How you handle this Yod will add to your New Moon potentials.

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May 4th, 2019: Security Versus Freedom

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  • Taurus Moon inconjunct Ceres Rx in Sagittarius (12 deg)

  • Taurus Moon inconjunct Pallas Rx in Libra (13 deg)

The Taurus Moon forms a Yod to Ceres and Pallas. The Moon makes an inconjunct (aspect of incompatibility) to Ceres: a disconnect between expansive (Sagittarius) nurturing (Ceres) and fixed habits (Taurus). The Moon also makes an inconjunct to Pallas: a disconnect between the same fixed habits and social (Libra ) strategies (Pallas).

Pallas and Ceres Rx are connected with a supportive sextile, so light, balanced strategies and the nurturing of new areas connect in an easy way. Both are retrograde, so you’re revisiting this issue and perhaps discovering new directions to take a relationship.

But the barrier is fixed habits; you may get tripped up by fears of moving forward or hesitation to compromise. The focal point (the Taurus Moon) is also where the energy of the Yod must be directed – the growth of relationship strategies must be focused in a way that adds to your security.

The Yod is the most frustrating configuration, because the challenge (the Taurus Moon)is also the focus and goal.

It’s a tricky mix, and you may swing back and forth between freedom versus security. Freedom is security in this case, if new relationship areas and compromise are integrated into existing routines. What are you trying to solidify but not stagnate?

This is taking place in the dark time just before tonight’s Taurus New Moon (6:45 pm EDT), suggesting an emerging issue that’s difficult to see clearly. When the New Moon hits, things should become clearer, but don’t ignore the challenging dynamics beforehand. How you handle this Yod will add to your New Moon potentials.

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April 29th, 2019: Saturn Retrograde

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  • Waning Sextile between the Pisces Moon and Taurus Sun (9 deg)

  • Saturn stations retrograde in Capricorn (20 deg)

Waning Sextile

As the Moon’s light fades and we approach a Taurus New Moon next month, the sextile gently enables a transition by dissolving old habits/routines and leaving room for something new. This part of the Moon’s phase is never demanding- there’s a gentle nudge in the right direction, but you can easily ignore it.

Consider what feels like it’s naturally fading, and let it go. Watch for new, solid opportunities on the horizon that involve a way to make dreams/hints a reality.

Saturn

Saturn Rx can mean a few things:

  • the revision of a rule

  • the return to previous limit

  • emphasis on a specific responsibility or tradition

  • a temporary loosening of restrictions

You’ll quickly know what scenario applies to you (you may know already). A revision or return means unfinished business that must be completed. If you feel like you’re being dragged back against your will, there’s a reason it’s happening- you can’t avoid it so you might as well do the work. What needs to end, permanently? What responsibilities must you accept or say “No” to? What boundaries need to be strengthened?

It’s interesting that this is happening on the same day as the Waxing Sextile, because it underlines a specific area of that transition. Saturn Rx can define what the Waxing Sextile is hinting at.

A temporary loosening can be used to prepare yourself for the pressures that will reoccur in the future. Don’t slack off.

Saturn’s Rx will cover 20 to 13 deg Capricorn, stationing direct on September 18th, 2019 at 13 deg.

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April 29th, 2019: Saturn Retrograde

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  • Waning Sextile between the Pisces Moon and Taurus Sun (9 deg)

  • Saturn stations retrograde in Capricorn (20 deg)

Waning Sextile

As the Moon’s light fades and we approach a Taurus New Moon next month, the sextile gently enables a transition by dissolving old habits/routines and leaving room for something new. This part of the Moon’s phase is never demanding- there’s a gentle nudge in the right direction, but you can easily ignore it.

Consider what feels like it’s naturally fading, and let it go. Watch for new, solid opportunities on the horizon that involve a way to make dreams/hints a reality.

Saturn

Saturn Rx can mean a few things:

  • the revision of a rule

  • the return to previous limit

  • emphasis on a specific responsibility or tradition

  • a temporary loosening of restrictions

You’ll quickly know what scenario applies to you (you may know already). A revision or return means unfinished business that must be completed. If you feel like you’re being dragged back against your will, there’s a reason it’s happening- you can’t avoid it so you might as well do the work. What needs to end, permanently? What responsibilities must you accept or say “No” to? What boundaries need to be strengthened?

It’s interesting that this is happening on the same day as the Waxing Sextile, because it underlines a specific area of that transition. Saturn Rx can define what the Waxing Sextile is hinting at.

A temporary loosening can be used to prepare yourself for the pressures that will reoccur in the future. Don’t slack off.

Saturn’s Rx will cover 20 to 13 deg Capricorn, stationing direct on September 18th, 2019 at 13 deg.

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April 26th, 2019: Time For A Change

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By George Grie - Own work, [1], Public Domain, https://commons.wikimedia.org/w/index.php?curid=3298517

By George Grie – Own work, [1], Public Domain, https://commons.wikimedia.org/w/index.php?curid=3298517

  • 3rd Quarter Square between the Aquarius Moon and Taurus Sun (6 deg)

  • Mercury in Aries trine Ceres Rx in Sagittarius (13 deg)

  • Uranus in Taurus sextile Juno in Cancer (2 deg)

3rd Quarter Square

The crisis between what’s new and what’s established can push you to question what you want. Current definitions of security may be getting stale – something is urging you to step back and look at what you have in a different light. This process can feel uncomfortable, because you may not want to question what’s worked so far. But it’s time to shake things up and if you’re being honest you’ll admit that what’s in front of you feels a bit stifling.

Mercury/Ceres

Mercury in Aries is not usually considered nurturing, but this aspect suggests bold words can fuel the care and feeding of an adventure or area of learning. Fresh ideas and assertive speech will support what you’re exploring. Or, maybe you’re asserting your intentions to look after someone. Nurturing in this context may require courage, as you venture into a new area.

Uranus/Juno

Juno in Cancer is the “safe” agreement- a partnership contract that features protection, comfort and parental roles. But what’s safe needs to change a bit and the sextile to Uranus suggests a gentle hint of movement into a new area. The relationship itself may encompass some new facets that still work with the original commitment. Or, there may be an agreement to look after each other in a new way that’s still stable. Watch for an emerging definition of resources.

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April 26th, 2019: Time For A Change

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By George Grie - Own work, [1], Public Domain, https://commons.wikimedia.org/w/index.php?curid=3298517

By George Grie – Own work, [1], Public Domain, https://commons.wikimedia.org/w/index.php?curid=3298517

  • 3rd Quarter Square between the Aquarius Moon and Taurus Sun (6 deg)

  • Mercury in Aries trine Ceres Rx in Sagittarius (13 deg)

  • Uranus in Taurus sextile Juno in Cancer (2 deg)

3rd Quarter Square

The crisis between what’s new and what’s established can push you to question what you want. Current definitions of security may be getting stale – something is urging you to step back and look at what you have in a different light. This process can feel uncomfortable, because you may not want to question what’s worked so far. But it’s time to shake things up and if you’re being honest you’ll admit that what’s in front of you feels a bit stifling.

Mercury/Ceres

Mercury in Aries is not usually considered nurturing, but this aspect suggests bold words can fuel the care and feeding of an adventure or area of learning. Fresh ideas and assertive speech will support what you’re exploring. Or, maybe you’re asserting your intentions to look after someone. Nurturing in this context may require courage, as you venture into a new area.

Uranus/Juno

Juno in Cancer is the “safe” agreement- a partnership contract that features protection, comfort and parental roles. But what’s safe needs to change a bit and the sextile to Uranus suggests a gentle hint of movement into a new area. The relationship itself may encompass some new facets that still work with the original commitment. Or, there may be an agreement to look after each other in a new way that’s still stable. Watch for an emerging definition of resources.

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April 25th, 2019: Permanent Endings

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  • Moon in Capricorn sextile Neptune in Pisces (17 deg)

  • Moon in Capricorn conjunct Saturn and the South Node (20 deg)

  • Moon in Capricorn conjunct Pluto Rx (23 deg)

  • Moon Void of Course in Capricorn at 3:47 pm EDT

  • Moon enters Aquarius and VOC ends (April 26th 5:27 am EDT)

The Capricorn Moon makes some heavy aspects as it crosses Saturn and the South Node – a permanent ending is highlighted, along with the need for control and strict boundaries. This is about a door closing that can never be re-opened. You may briefly revisit something from the past but ultimately you’re encouraged to move on. Watch for a reminder of responsibility.

The Moon’s sextile to Neptune won’t do much to lighten the mood- there may be a gentle reminder that compassion or sacrifice are involved but overall the energy is quite focused on what must be left behind.

The Moon’s final aspect before it goes VOC is a conjunction with Pluto Rx – the death of old traditions/structures or the part of the ending process that allows you to toss out the garbage. Pluto purges and Moon/Pluto can be seen as the purge of outdated needs and attachments.

The Moon is Void for the remainder of the day, allowing you to process the above. As the Moon enters Aquarius the next day, watch for increased clarity, detachment and lightness as you accelerate towards the future.

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April 25th, 2019: Permanent Endings

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  • Moon in Capricorn sextile Neptune in Pisces (17 deg)

  • Moon in Capricorn conjunct Saturn and the South Node (20 deg)

  • Moon in Capricorn conjunct Pluto Rx (23 deg)

  • Moon Void of Course in Capricorn at 3:47 pm EDT

  • Moon enters Aquarius and VOC ends (April 26th 5:27 am EDT)

The Capricorn Moon makes some heavy aspects as it crosses Saturn and the South Node – a permanent ending is highlighted, along with the need for control and strict boundaries. This is about a door closing that can never be re-opened. You may briefly revisit something from the past but ultimately you’re encouraged to move on. Watch for a reminder of responsibility.

The Moon’s sextile to Neptune won’t do much to lighten the mood- there may be a gentle reminder that compassion or sacrifice are involved but overall the energy is quite focused on what must be left behind.

The Moon’s final aspect before it goes VOC is a conjunction with Pluto Rx – the death of old traditions/structures or the part of the ending process that allows you to toss out the garbage. Pluto purges and Moon/Pluto can be seen as the purge of outdated needs and attachments.

The Moon is Void for the remainder of the day, allowing you to process the above. As the Moon enters Aquarius the next day, watch for increased clarity, detachment and lightness as you accelerate towards the future.

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April 21st, 2019: Tension and Growth

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  • 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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