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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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  • 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.

Read more →

January 13th, 2019: Fantasy Versus Reality

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By George Grie - Own work , [1], Public Domain, https://commons.wikimedia.org

By George Grie – Own work, [1], Public Domain, https://commons.wikimedia.org

  • Mercury in Capricorn conjunct Saturn (12 deg)

  • Jupiter in Sagittarius square Neptune in Pisces (14 deg)

Jupiter makes the first of three euphoric squares to Neptune. Jupiter expands Neptunes dreams and Neptune dissolves any connection to reality Jupiter might have. 14 deg Sag in your chart is where growth is happening and 14 deg Pisces is where you can glimpse something that transcends all possibilities. There’s magic here.

But add in the tension of the square and you get a crisis of faith (Jupiter) versus disbelief (Neptune), religion (Jupiter) versus spirituality (Neptune) or truth (Jupiter) versus deceit (Neptune). What’s possible versus what’s impossible. And between the two you have friction that prodes you forward, urging you to do something incredible.

The breakthroughs happen when you confront what’s impossible.

This is the aspect of big dreams and everything will be exaggerated. At first, it will feel fantastic as the opportunity seems limitless. But eventually you’ll encounter the comedown or withdrawal.

Still, there’s hope. There is something to work with. Look very carefully at the core potential because there is room for growth. But as the issue expands, keep checking and rechecking that your hopes are in line with reality. if you encounter a crisis of faith, know there’s a reason your faith is being challenged.

This square will reoccur on:

  • June 16th (18 deg, Jupiter Rx)

  • September 21st (17 deg, Neptune Rx)

You’ll be encountering this dream again, so this is only your first shot.

In direct contrast to the above, we have a strict conjunction between Mercury and Saturn. Rules and limits (Saturn) will be clearly identified or communicated (Mercury). You’ll know (or be told) what’s possible and what isn’t. Your focus will be forcefully centered on one issue.

This can ground you as you deal with the Jupiter/Neptune square, because there will be no excuses – what’s real or true will be unmistakable. Use this focus to zero in on what’s possible, and stick with those parameters. If anything involving Jupiter/Neptune falls outside those parameters, question it.

If you manage these energies carefully, today can be a day of significant manifestation.

Interestingly, on June 16th Mercury in Cancer will form a separating oppose to Saturn Rx in Capricorn (18-19 deg) and on September 21st Mercury in Libra will be applying to a square with Saturn (at 12-13 deg). The current conjunction is a new beginning: Mercury/Saturn will clearly define what’s starting. The opposition will deliver results (again, clearly defined) and the square between Mercury in Libra and Saturn will be a final crisis of rules/boundaries versus saying it nicely or glossing over reality. Perhaps some hard questions about a relationship. So this entire Jupiter/Neptune dance will be underscored by some very strict information or parameters on communication. The focus on reality will be continually enforced.

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January 13th, 2019: Fantasy Versus Reality

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By George Grie - Own work , [1], Public Domain, https://commons.wikimedia.org

By George Grie – Own work, [1], Public Domain, https://commons.wikimedia.org

  • Mercury in Capricorn conjunct Saturn (12 deg)

  • Jupiter in Sagittarius square Neptune in Pisces (14 deg)

Jupiter makes the first of three euphoric squares to Neptune. Jupiter expands Neptunes dreams and Neptune dissolves any connection to reality Jupiter might have. 14 deg Sag in your chart is where growth is happening and 14 deg Pisces is where you can glimpse something that transcends all possibilities. There’s magic here.

But add in the tension of the square and you get a crisis of faith (Jupiter) versus disbelief (Neptune), religion (Jupiter) versus spirituality (Neptune) or truth (Jupiter) versus deceit (Neptune). What’s possible versus what’s impossible. And between the two you have friction that prodes you forward, urging you to do something incredible.

The breakthroughs happen when you confront what’s impossible.

This is the aspect of big dreams and everything will be exaggerated. At first, it will feel fantastic as the opportunity seems limitless. But eventually you’ll encounter the comedown or withdrawal.

Still, there’s hope. There is something to work with. Look very carefully at the core potential because there is room for growth. But as the issue expands, keep checking and rechecking that your hopes are in line with reality. if you encounter a crisis of faith, know there’s a reason your faith is being challenged.

This square will reoccur on:

  • June 16th (18 deg, Jupiter Rx)

  • September 21st (17 deg, Neptune Rx)

You’ll be encountering this dream again, so this is only your first shot.

In direct contrast to the above, we have a strict conjunction between Mercury and Saturn. Rules and limits (Saturn) will be clearly identified or communicated (Mercury). You’ll know (or be told) what’s possible and what isn’t. Your focus will be forcefully centered on one issue.

This can ground you as you deal with the Jupiter/Neptune square, because there will be no excuses – what’s real or true will be unmistakable. Use this focus to zero in on what’s possible, and stick with those parameters. If anything involving Jupiter/Neptune falls outside those parameters, question it.

If you manage these energies carefully, today can be a day of significant manifestation.

Interestingly, on June 16th Mercury in Cancer will form a separating oppose to Saturn Rx in Capricorn (18-19 deg) and on September 21st Mercury in Libra will be applying to a square with Saturn (at 12-13 deg). The current conjunction is a new beginning: Mercury/Saturn will clearly define what’s starting. The opposition will deliver results (again, clearly defined) and the square between Mercury in Libra and Saturn will be a final crisis of rules/boundaries versus saying it nicely or glossing over reality. Perhaps some hard questions about a relationship. So this entire Jupiter/Neptune dance will be underscored by some very strict information or parameters on communication. The focus on reality will be continually enforced.

Read more →

January 13th, 2019: Fantasy Versus Reality

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By George Grie - Own work , [1], Public Domain, https://commons.wikimedia.org

By George Grie – Own work, [1], Public Domain, https://commons.wikimedia.org

  • Mercury in Capricorn conjunct Saturn (12 deg)

  • Jupiter in Sagittarius square Neptune in Pisces (14 deg)

Jupiter makes the first of three euphoric squares to Neptune. Jupiter expands Neptunes dreams and Neptune dissolves any connection to reality Jupiter might have. 14 deg Sag in your chart is where growth is happening and 14 deg Pisces is where you can glimpse something that transcends all possibilities. There’s magic here.

But add in the tension of the square and you get a crisis of faith (Jupiter) versus disbelief (Neptune), religion (Jupiter) versus spirituality (Neptune) or truth (Jupiter) versus deceit (Neptune). What’s possible versus what’s impossible. And between the two you have friction that prodes you forward, urging you to do something incredible.

The breakthroughs happen when you confront what’s impossible.

This is the aspect of big dreams and everything will be exaggerated. At first, it will feel fantastic as the opportunity seems limitless. But eventually you’ll encounter the comedown or withdrawal.

Still, there’s hope. There is something to work with. Look very carefully at the core potential because there is room for growth. But as the issue expands, keep checking and rechecking that your hopes are in line with reality. if you encounter a crisis of faith, know there’s a reason your faith is being challenged.

This square will reoccur on:

  • June 16th (18 deg, Jupiter Rx)

  • September 21st (17 deg, Neptune Rx)

You’ll be encountering this dream again, so this is only your first shot.

In direct contrast to the above, we have a strict conjunction between Mercury and Saturn. Rules and limits (Saturn) will be clearly identified or communicated (Mercury). You’ll know (or be told) what’s possible and what isn’t. Your focus will be forcefully centered on one issue.

This can ground you as you deal with the Jupiter/Neptune square, because there will be no excuses – what’s real or true will be unmistakable. Use this focus to zero in on what’s possible, and stick with those parameters. If anything involving Jupiter/Neptune falls outside those parameters, question it.

If you manage these energies carefully, today can be a day of significant manifestation.

Interestingly, on June 16th Mercury in Cancer will form a separating oppose to Saturn Rx in Capricorn (18-19 deg) and on September 21st Mercury in Libra will be applying to a square with Saturn (at 12-13 deg). The current conjunction is a new beginning: Mercury/Saturn will clearly define what’s starting. The opposition will deliver results (again, clearly defined) and the square between Mercury in Libra and Saturn will be a final crisis of rules/boundaries versus saying it nicely or glossing over reality. Perhaps some hard questions about a relationship. So this entire Jupiter/Neptune dance will be underscored by some very strict information or parameters on communication. The focus on reality will be continually enforced.

Read more →

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 →

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 →