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January 18th, 2019: Dark Thoughts and Bold Actions

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  • Waxing Inconjunct between the Gemini Moon and Capricorn Sun (28 deg)

  • Capricorn Sun sextile Chiron in Pisces (28 deg)

  • Capricorn Sun square Uranus in Aries (28 deg)

  • Mercury in Capricorn conjunct Pluto (21 deg)

  • Venus in Sagittarius trine Mars in Aries (11 deg)

Waxing Inconjunct

The Waxing Inconjunct throws something extra at you. Gemini is the sign of choices, information and learning. While you may think you have the structure completed or the rules figured out, there’s yet another thing to consider- more to learn, one more thing to decide. You may not want to make the irritating choice, but if you leave this out, you’ll be excluding something essential.

The inconjunct includes the Sun’s sextile to Chiron, which can indicate healing and compassion within the boundaries. But the Sun also squares Uranus, so there’s a surprise that will disrupt what you’ve built (and this surprise will be connected to the extra choice or fact you have to consider). Despite this, Sun/Chiron says that whatever is shaken loose should also free up some healing. Capricorn can be secure but also rigid, so watch for a bit of freedom that allows you to deal with what hurts.

Mercury/Pluto

Mercury is information and Pluto is the heart of the Shadow/the core truth. Therefore, this is an aspect of powerful understanding. Here is knowledge of what lies beneath- the Shadow put into words. Someone may confront you with this, or you may be delivering the message.

What’s revealed will tell you everything, although you may not want to know. This can happen via the formal discussion or official document. Perhaps someone verbalizes their authority and you see what’s really going on. Perhaps you glimpse the machinations behind the social position or law. Mercury/Pluto in Capricorn can be about researching and asking the forbidden questions (about status, judgements, rules) as you drill down to the secrets.

There’s power in absolute truth when you articulate fears or drop a depth charge of knowledge. Don’t be afraid to look directly at the Shadow and communicate what you see. Once you name what’s darkest it can’t manipulate you.

Note that Mercury is the ruler of the Gemini Moon, so part of the Waxing Inconjunct’s energy will involve choices/facts that reveal what’s buried.

Venus/Mars

On a lighter note, Venus/Mars harmonizes actions (Mars) with what you want (Venus). Attraction should flow smoothly and efforts to pursue (Aries) what’s appealing will progress easily. Venus in Sag is about what’s desirable in exploration. Mars in Aries is impulsive and courageous. This is a “go for it” aspect that encourages adventure, passion and the freedom to try something new.

If you were wondering if you should act, the answer is “Yes.”

Whatever tension the Waxing Inconjunct and Mercury/Pluto trigger, know that this challenging information is essential and may even be an important part of going after what you want.

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January 18th, 2019: Dark Thoughts and Bold Actions

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Photo by Thomas from Pexels

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  • Waxing Inconjunct between the Gemini Moon and Capricorn Sun (28 deg)

  • Capricorn Sun sextile Chiron in Pisces (28 deg)

  • Capricorn Sun square Uranus in Aries (28 deg)

  • Mercury in Capricorn conjunct Pluto (21 deg)

  • Venus in Sagittarius trine Mars in Aries (11 deg)

Waxing Inconjunct

The Waxing Inconjunct throws something extra at you. Gemini is the sign of choices, information and learning. While you may think you have the structure completed or the rules figured out, there’s yet another thing to consider- more to learn, one more thing to decide. You may not want to make the irritating choice, but if you leave this out, you’ll be excluding something essential.

The inconjunct includes the Sun’s sextile to Chiron, which can indicate healing and compassion within the boundaries. But the Sun also squares Uranus, so there’s a surprise that will disrupt what you’ve built (and this surprise will be connected to the extra choice or fact you have to consider). Despite this, Sun/Chiron says that whatever is shaken loose should also free up some healing. Capricorn can be secure but also rigid, so watch for a bit of freedom that allows you to deal with what hurts.

Mercury/Pluto

Mercury is information and Pluto is the heart of the Shadow/the core truth. Therefore, this is an aspect of powerful understanding. Here is knowledge of what lies beneath- the Shadow put into words. Someone may confront you with this, or you may be delivering the message.

What’s revealed will tell you everything, although you may not want to know. This can happen via the formal discussion or official document. Perhaps someone verbalizes their authority and you see what’s really going on. Perhaps you glimpse the machinations behind the social position or law. Mercury/Pluto in Capricorn can be about researching and asking the forbidden questions (about status, judgements, rules) as you drill down to the secrets.

There’s power in absolute truth when you articulate fears or drop a depth charge of knowledge. Don’t be afraid to look directly at the Shadow and communicate what you see. Once you name what’s darkest it can’t manipulate you.

Note that Mercury is the ruler of the Gemini Moon, so part of the Waxing Inconjunct’s energy will involve choices/facts that reveal what’s buried.

Venus/Mars

On a lighter note, Venus/Mars harmonizes actions (Mars) with what you want (Venus). Attraction should flow smoothly and efforts to pursue (Aries) what’s appealing will progress easily. Venus in Sag is about what’s desirable in exploration. Mars in Aries is impulsive and courageous. This is a “go for it” aspect that encourages adventure, passion and the freedom to try something new.

If you were wondering if you should act, the answer is “Yes.”

Whatever tension the Waxing Inconjunct and Mercury/Pluto trigger, know that this challenging information is essential and may even be an important part of going after what you want.

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January 14th, 2019: The Challenger

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  • First Quarter Square between the Aries Moon and Capricorn Sun (23 deg)

  • Mercury in Capricorn sextile Neptune in Pisces (14 deg)

The First Quarter Square challenges rules and authority with a shot of something courageous or impulsive. This is a crisis aspect that demands action, which means if control/traditions are challenged by something new, it’s time to step away from what’s defined.

It’s uncomfortable when you have to step outside the lines, especially if you’re the first one doing it. Perhaps the challenge involves fighting against the establishment or someone who’s trying to control you (or who’s always controlled you). “Courage” is the theme here – whether you’re the pioneer or the warrior, your next move might pit you against what’s already been decided. Aries is the upstart and Capricorn is the adult. In this case, the upstart has something valuable to offer. The entire process of antagonism, while unpleasant, is crucial.

Mercury/Neptune is a gentle influence that might not even be felt amidst the tension of the First Quarter Square, but there is a nice opportunity here to take the edge off strict words or rigid ideas. Soften the absolutes with a touch of creativity or empathy. At the same time, your disciplined focus add structure to a vague but promising idea.

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January 14th, 2019: The Challenger

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  • First Quarter Square between the Aries Moon and Capricorn Sun (23 deg)

  • Mercury in Capricorn sextile Neptune in Pisces (14 deg)

The First Quarter Square challenges rules and authority with a shot of something courageous or impulsive. This is a crisis aspect that demands action, which means if control/traditions are challenged by something new, it’s time to step away from what’s defined.

It’s uncomfortable when you have to step outside the lines, especially if you’re the first one doing it. Perhaps the challenge involves fighting against the establishment or someone who’s trying to control you (or who’s always controlled you). “Courage” is the theme here – whether you’re the pioneer or the warrior, your next move might pit you against what’s already been decided. Aries is the upstart and Capricorn is the adult. In this case, the upstart has something valuable to offer. The entire process of antagonism, while unpleasant, is crucial.

Mercury/Neptune is a gentle influence that might not even be felt amidst the tension of the First Quarter Square, but there is a nice opportunity here to take the edge off strict words or rigid ideas. Soften the absolutes with a touch of creativity or empathy. At the same time, your disciplined focus will add structure to a vague but promising idea.

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Unleashing Our Spirit | Astrology Horoscope

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We’re ready to get serious and back to business this week as Moon shifts from daring Aries, into the productive fields of Taurus on Monday January 14. Are you prepared to roll up your sleeves up and get back to work – in order to build and manifest your next dream? I can’t control my […]

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January 8th, 2019: Mercury in Capricorn Square Mars

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  • Mercury in Capricorn square Mars in Aries (4 deg)

Mercury in Capricorn’s verbal/written rules are challenged by Mars’ actions or anger. This is a crisis aspect – edgy conversations or tense discussions may not explode into fully-blown arguments because Capricorn keeps things under control. But the tension will be there.

If your authority is challenged, know that the more you clamp down the more aggressive the push will be. If you’re the challenger, your impulses may be blocked by an authoritative “ No.”

The square always draws our attention to what must be changed, so either the rules are outdated or the upstart challenge needs to be smacked down and boundaries reinforced.

Either way, don’t expect smooth discussions and be prepared to defend or reinforce.

In some cases, actions will be out of alignment with words – what does this mean for you? Do you need to emphasize your point or reconsider your battle?

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January 8th, 2019: Mercury in Capricorn Square Mars

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  • Mercury in Capricorn square Mars in Aries (4 deg)

Mercury in Capricorn’s verbal/written rules are challenged by Mars’ actions or anger. This is a crisis aspect – edgy conversations or tense discussions may not explode into fully-blown arguments because Capricorn keeps things under control. But the tension will be there.

If your authority is challenged, know that the more you clamp down the more aggressive the push will be. If you’re the challenger, your impulses may be blocked by an authoritative “ No.”

The square always draws our attention to what must be changed, so either the rules are outdated or the upstart challenge needs to be smacked down and boundaries reinforced.

Either way, don’t expect smooth discussions and be prepared to defend or reinforce.

In some cases, actions will be out of alignment with words – what does this mean for you? Do you need to emphasize your point or reconsider your battle?

Read more →

The Art of Wandering | Astrology Horoscope

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Happy new year, I hope that you and yours were able to experience a most peaceful holiday season. As for me, I took the time I needed to make peace with 2018. To help us get back to what matters again, Venus will change signs, exiting from secretive Scorpio on Monday January 6, to adventure […]

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The Magic Window

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Commuters on a Train — Cyril Power[/caption] I grew up in a country where it was unusual, on public transport, to see people reading anything other than a smudged newspaper. I moved to London, where inside the bright-lit tube trains, a colourful collage of hundreds of paper covers made a journey gayer and more interesting. Tired people would bury their minds between the paper covers of novels and magazines. Who was reading Harry Potter? Or Tolstoi? Or The New Scientist? Today, when you ride a train or a bus or a plane, everyone escapes through the magic windows of their […]

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January 6th, 2019: Uranus Direct in Aries

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  • Uranus stations direct at 28 deg Aries

Uranus direct continues the forward momentum that Mars into Aries and the January 5th New Moon eclipse started.

Uranus exited Aries for Taurus on May 15th, 2018 but then (due to its retrograde) re-entered Aries on November 6th, 2018. Since November, you may have experienced more shocks or shake -ups as any remaining areas of your life that needed to be liberated were given a kick.

Now you’re moving forward, as the last vestiges of the past have been burnt away. Watch for progress in an area requiring courage, initiative or brand new beginnings (perhaps dating all the way back to May 27th, 2010, when Uranus first entered Aries).

There will be a sense of urgency as Uranus powers through the last degrees of Aries, making its final exit on March 6th, 2019. In some cases, what began around May 2010 could end (this would only happen if the situation was meant to be your catalyst for change and nothing more). If something is leaving, you can’t stop it. If you feel increasing detachment from your current situation, this is timely. If your past is rapidly diminishing in the rearview mirror, this too is timely.

As you look back to 2010, consider how far you’ve come. What have you freed yourself from and where has your courage taken you?

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