Mars is moving back into Scorpio in the wee small hours of tomorrow morning…something in itself that seems quite fitting. Of course, that timing is from where I am in Sydney, Australia. In your part of the world it could…
Tag: Mars Retrograde
9 Things to Do During Mars & Mercury Retrograde & some extras
We are in the middle of a season of retrogradacity. Mars until June 30 Mercury until May 22 (in the shadow until June 7) Saturn until August 13 Pluto until September 26 Meanwhile, Jupiter and Venus have both turned direct. This should give you a hint — do good, beautiful, generous things — and put down your weapons. And remember that traditionally things during a Mars Retrograde don’t work out quite as one would expect. Here are some things to try during the Mars Retrograde period There is no disinfectant as strong as sunshine… This is the time to do a little […]
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Mars goes retrograde 2016: What it means for you
The planet Mars is essentially the driver of the psyche. Mars energizes us, motivates us, inspires desire and want and need. Mars helps us to set boundaries and defend ourselves, it also gives us the chutzpah we need to go on the offensive where necessary. If that primal instinct to need and defend is thwarted […]
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Mars and Pluto Retrograde April 2016 Impact Withdrawal
What happens when, within less than 24 hours, both Mars and Pluto begin apparent retrograde motion? These are the agents …
10 ways to survive (and thrive) when Mars is retrograde…
Mars is our inner warrior. His placement in our chart tells us how we strap on our armour and go into battle for whatever it is that we think is worth strapping on armour and going into battle for. He…
Astrology of Now: Looking Deeper
One of the pleasures of this retrograde period… Saturn Rx in Sagittarius, the sign of higher learning, the exotic and libraries Mars station (Rx on April 17) also in Sagittarius Mercury in shadow (Rx on April 28) in Taurus, ruled by Venus the goddess of beauty and art Jupiter Rx in Virgo, the sign of detail and craft …is the chance to take a deeper, longer look (or listen) at masterpieces of craftsmanship and art from the past. The Hieoronymous Bosch Museum in Holland has just put an interactive Garden of Earthly Delights on line, giving us a chance to […]
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Astrology of Now: Castrating Mars
This extraordinary gory painting, possibly by Caravaggio, was found in an attic in the French city of Toulouse a couple of years ago, but not presented to the public until yesterday. It’s fascinating that it should be revealed at just this time of retrogrades, a time of retrieval — perhaps especially because of the subject matter. Mars, the sanguinary planet of blades, turns retrograde in a few days and is currently stationing in Sagittarius. Saturn, also in Sagittarius, turned back at the end of March. So this is a time of looking back — and of publishing things that have […]
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April Already…?
Has March finished? And February? Are you sure? Is it safe for me to come out yet? I have so much to tell you, but most of it will need to wait until I’m both allowed to talk about it…
Astrology of Now: Focus and Healing
It’s an extraordinary — and rather difficult — start to 2016. But amidst the tumultuous energies there are some strong positives. Here’s the gen. Mercury is retrograde in Aquarius, then from January 8th, in Capricorn . The time calls for rethinking and practical reassessment. Mars is in Scorpio, his own sign. The planet of physical energy, libido and aggression, is especially strong here. The quality of Mars in Scorpio is active focus. This is about cutting out the cancers, honing in on what’s necessary. You can see it might work well with Mercury Retrograde. Check where Mars will be in your own chart. It’s […]
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Astrology of Now: Coming Unstuck
Rite of Spring by Nicholas Roerich. He designed the original set and costumes although this painting was done much later.We all know it’s been a right old spring so far, or should that be a rite of spring (a ballet which ends with a ritual sacrifice)?W…