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February 2007
For the New
Moon Cycle in Capricorn:
Jan.18 to Feb.17, 2007
Although this New Moon is in
Capricorn, the focus is really on the relationship between
Capricorn and Aquarius. We have a strong planetary presence in
both signs, including a growing Stellium in Aquarius.
Sun, Moon and Mars are in Capricorn, with exalted Mars being
especially strong and empowered in that sign. We also have
Mercury and Chiron in Aquarius, along with a very tight
Venus-Neptune conjunction in that sign. So in order to
understand the energy for this New Moon cycle, we need to
examine how Capricorn and Aquarius are similar, different and
how they work together.
Capricorn is about authority,
responsibility, infrastructure and our place in society. It is
about being conventional, ordered, predictable and following the
rules. Aquarius seems to be the antithesis of Capricorn! It is
associated with rebellion, revolution, eccentricity, innovation
and originality. It includes the ways that we break away from
convention and liberate ourselves from the pigeon holes that
mainstream society (and Capricorn) tends to slot us into.
Surprisingly, both of these signs are
traditionally ruled by the same planet: Saturn. In the modern
western perspective, Aquarius is ruled by Uranus, although I
don't believe this invalidates traditional rulerships. So we
could say that Aquarius is co-ruled by both Saturn and Uranus.
How on earth can these signs work
together?? It's certainly an "interesting" mix! And yet, in
an ironic way, the rebellion and nonconformity of Aquarius
wouldn't be possible without the stability and structure of
Capricorn. Aquarian disruption requires
the solidity of Capricorn to have something to push against.
Aquarius typically seeks to reform and restructure what is
there, not to destroy it. Aquarius is about creative chaos � not
because it is simply allergic to order but because it sees a
higher order, a different kind of order, which is not usually
possible under Capricorn.
Aquarius is associated with groups �
clubs, friends, associates, organisations, societies, etc.
Anyone who has studied group dynamics knows that groups have a
lively undercurrent of change and an evolution that takes on a
life of its own. It draws from the individuals within the group,
and yet is greater than the sum of its parts. The structure of
group-oriented Aquarius is more volatile, changeable,
spontaneous and seemingly chaotic than Capricorn's ordered,
stable, hierarchical formation, but each is based on some kind
of organising principle in its own way.
Both signs are also about endings, but
also about growth. Capricorn will prune back old growth to make
room for new development, and that cycle of pruning and
re-growth keeps things healthy. Aquarius takes a structure that
has become too locked into itself and breaks it apart so it can
be put back together in a more flexible, spacious way. Aquarius
seeks to restructure the prevailing reality, so that what had
been left out can now be included. Thus, Aquarius pays special
attention to the "underdog" and to the people, ideas and
experiences that often lie outside Capricorn's traditional
boundaries.
As with all of astrology (and life!),
the advantages and benefits are counterbalanced by disadvantages
and a "down side." Capricorn energy can become so focused on
stability and order that it may lose sight of the fact that lack
of change is unhealthy and eventually chokes the life out of the
very thing it has spent so much time developing. And Aquarius
can reach so far beyond the conventional tried-and-true
conventions that the underlying organisation falls apart more
than was intended.
This New Moon cycle embraces both the
balance and the conflict of these two signs. To add to this
already volatile mix, we also have the first of three passes of
Jupiter square Uranus. And the New Moon sits on the midpoint
between the two, so this is a strong energy that will be present
throughout this lunar cycle.
Jupiter has the upper hand, being very
strongly placed in Sagittarius right now. Our ideals, principles
and beliefs may need to be shaken up a bit in order to grow and
reach beyond our ego's way of seeing things. But it's easy to
assume that what we see and believe is right � that there is one
right answer and we've got it. Uranus challenges us to open our
minds to a level of diversity that doesn't need to exclude that
which is different. Something that works for one person doesn't
have to negate or invalidate what works for someone else. For
example, higher ideals and striving for perfection can co-exist
with our personal experiences and ego-based needs.
So what does this mean to us in the
coming lunar cycle? We are challenged to examine and
experiment with the in-between areas of change and transition
between Capricorn's predictable order and Aquarius' creative
chaos. In a very real way, we now have "a foot in both camps."
One part of our lives is rooted in the Capricorn need to follow
rules and expectations, be responsible, work toward long-term
goals and deal with what is. Another
part of our lives needs Aquarian reforming, reconstruction,
liberation from stuffy old rules and overly conventional ways of
thinking. And somehow we must satisfy both sides; not favour one
at the expense of the other.
With Saturn currently opposing those
Aquarius planets from Leo, much of this work will likely be done
on a personal level. And for a while, it might feel like some of
your identity or creative freedom is being taken away, since
both Capricorn and Aquarius seek ways to let go of the old to
make room for the new. But this is part of a long-term process
of growth, so don't fall into the trap of assuming that loss or
limitation is the end of the story. It's just happening one step
at a time.
Keep hope alive throughout this lunar
cycle by focusing on the visionary opportunities before you.
Nurturing your alliance with friends, kinship with Humanity, and
universal love that reaches beyond conventional boundaries, are
all possible to embrace in ways you may not expect. This can be
a time of healing, by changing the way you frame your
perceptions and experiences. An open-minded approach may require
you to let go of some beliefs you are attached to, but doing so
can ultimately let in some fresh air and ideas that will bring
new hope for the future.
All of this requires a firm foundation
that will contain (not restrain) the changes happening in your
life. That foundation might be your work, which could provide a
balancing anchor. Or we might discover new inspiration that can
be applied through our usual creative outlets. Be sure to keep a
balance between the old and the new; between what is coming
apart and what can be maintained. Look honestly into yourself to
find out if what is "coming apart" is really ripping the fabric
of healthy stability in your life. Self-honesty can also show
you when holding onto what is starts
to become resistance to healthy change.
It can help to seek out feedback,
ideas and a sounding board through someone who can make sense of
the big picture. This could be a spiritual advisor,
therapist/counsellor,
professional astrologer or other types of "readers." A personal astrology reading can be particularly
helpful because it can illuminate the unfolding process of change in your life. Check out the
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Jan.20 � Stellium in Aquarius (in effect Jan.15 to Feb.18)
("What's a
Stellium?")
From Jan.15 to Feb.18, there are
6 planets travelling through Aquarius for varying periods of
time. And on Jan.20, all 6 are there at once: Sun, Moon, Mercury, Venus, Neptune and Chiron. This is
called a Stellium (3 or more planets in the same sign), and it
puts a very strong emphasis in Aquarius! While the Stellium is
in effect, you might notice unique, unexpected or unconventional
things happening around you more than usual. These things may be
happening more than usual, or you might just be more attuned to
anything out of the ordinary. Visions of the future may dazzle
you, baffle you, shock you or inspire you. Your involvement with
groups, friends, associates and clubs could become a focus - you
may become more involved, or you might decide your existing
connection has run its course and you're ready for a change.
Technology might also dominate the foreground of your life � and
with Mercury gearing up to go retrograde on Feb.13, it's
possible that computer and Internet problems could become
increasingly noticeable. Expect the unexpected!
Jan.20 � Sun enters Aquarius (until
Jan.20)
Happy Solar Return to all Aquarians!
While the Sun travels through Aquarius, we all have a chance to
explore our rebellious, individualistic and futuristic Aquarian
nature. This heralds a time to explore beyond the status quo and
conventional reality, beckoning you to reach out to the lost
threads of who you are. You may become more aware of your
individual uniqueness and your part in the Great Collective --
both your surrounding community and the Collective Unconscious.
In order to fulfil the unique fingerprint of your life's
purpose, it is sometimes necessary to be rebellious,
spontaneous, and to be open to the unexpected. You might become
aware of the need for these qualities under this transit. There
is always a constant tension between the need to conform to
society's formula of what works best versus the need to step off
the main path to explore new experiences, and both are equally
necessary to the health of both the individual and the greater
community. Archetypally, it is in Aquarius that we encounter our
personal experience of the battle between "the needs of the
many" versus "the needs of the few." During the Sun's adventure
through Aquarius, be open to the ways that this dynamic operates
in your life. What can trigger or inspire you into rebellion or
going against the conventional flow of the world around you?
What will motivate you into being a team player, when you apply
your energies to support or defend "the needs of the many?" What
visions of the future do you see when you are in either mode of
being? This is a time when you may have the opportunity to
observe and learn about both sides of yourself -- the part that
feels like it's "me against the world" and the part that feels
like a part of that world.
Jan.20 � Mercury conjunct Chiron (09:19
of Aquarius)
Words can wound, but they can also
heal. This transit may bring new awareness of the ways that you
need to heal...and perhaps also the ways that you wound yourself
or others, especially through thoughts, words and attitudes. You
might become aware of harming yourself through negative
self-talk or harsh self-criticism. Or, you might expect rigid
perfection of yourself and forget that you are a
multi-dimensional being who is, by your human nature,
inconsistent and fallible. Your mental focus or attitude might
have a sharp edge to it that is harsh, or you may encounter
harsh attitudes from someone else that are hurtful, perhaps
without meaning to be. Words and thoughts can be powerful tools.
By reframing the message or situation in a different way, it is
possible to turn hurt into healing and ignorance into wisdom.
For example, it may help to eliminate either-or thinking by
accepting that paradoxes and contradictions exist and may not
have to be fully resolved for you to find a workable balance
within them. By adopting a bit of a philosophical attitude, you
may find it takes some of the pressure off the need for
everything to fit together perfectly, which can leave some
breathing room for everyone involved to be human.
Jan.22 � Venus opposite Saturn (23:09
of Sign/Sign)
There are realities to face and deal
with, probably related to the way you handle relationships
and/or finances. This is a time when you start to see a return
on your investments -- literally or figuratively. This could be
an investment of energy, cooperation and good faith in a close
relationship, or it might be the long-term development of a goal
requiring financing or resources. It can be a time when "the
bill comes in" and you are required to "put your money where
your mouth is" and make a deeper commitment to that investment.
Or, you might have to admit that the results are not what you
had hoped for and you must decide whether to continue or
reinvest your energies elsewhere. In other words, this is a time
when something might come to an end or your situation becomes
more stressful because you have some hard choices to make. The
key is to take a long hard look at the realities before you --
is it worth it to continue in the direction you're going? What
is required if you decide to take it to the next step? The
situation may demand effort, but there's also a more solid
footing waiting on the other side.
Jan.22 � Mercury sextile Jupiter (12:23
of Sign/Sign)
You may have an abundance of ideas and
words to express them under this transit. There is the potential
(if you reach for it) to put ideas, facts and thoughts together
into a cohesive whole. You may find you can understand the
overall patterns in a situation, or you are able to see the Big
Picture, better than usual. New insights and a change of
perspective may abound, as your stream of consciousness flows
abundantly with optimism and visionary possibilities. You may
find yourself more talkative than usual, as you try to share and
convey the new ideas, inspiration and knowledge coming into your
mind. Write down your best ideas for later development, since
you may be having too much fun now playing with ideas to want to
stop and make them manifest just yet. There is a chance that you
may be so elated and confident that you might come across as a
bit overbearing or even as a "know-it-all," so be sure to listen
too.
Jan.22 � Jupiter square Uranus (12:26
of Sagittarius/Pisces)
Just when you think you've got it
figured out, life surprises you! And the revelation might not
come as a welcome surprise. New information or insight might be
getting in the way of your ability to be confident in your
knowledge of life. It's also possible that your beliefs,
judgments and assumptions are getting in the way of your ability
to see something more clearly. Therefore, a conflict or struggle
can develop under this transit that shows how your understanding
of life needs to be adjusted in some way. It is time to let in
new ideas, perceptions and truths; to expand your worldview and
allow your mind to think more freely. However, we often cling
closely to what we believe is Truth. We guide our lives and
decisions by what we see as the Truth, and it is tempting to
believe in absolutes � that there is only one Truth and we have
it. This transit will likely challenge your view of life and
bring you in contact with experiences, information or a new
perspective that requires you to open your mind a little wider.
At its worst, this transit could bring a strong conflict of
interest, resulting in a lot of finger pointing in an attempt to
figure out who is "to blame" for the fact that the same old
ideas don't work in predictable ways. At its best, you can gain
flashes of insight that liberate your thinking and increase your
wisdom. Fighting for a cause � especially involving
humanitarianism, spirituality, multiculturalism or technology �
could be the inspiration or trigger that sets these changes in
motion. For best results, seek to stretch your understanding
beyond your usual boundaries.
This is the first of three passes of
this transit (Jan.22, May.10 and Oct.09). In the first pass, you
may become aware of areas in your life that could use some
change and "airing out." The second pass typically brings a time
when you are learning more about what those changes involve and
how to bring them about. The third and final pass involves an
integration of those changes and new learning into your life and
worldview.
Jan.26 � Venus sextile Pluto (27:54 of
Aquarius/Sagittarius)
Close one-on-one relationships with
people (close friends, lovers, partners of all kinds) could
possibly benefit by being taken to a deeper level now, through
creatively combining balanced harmony with deep connection. Just
be careful that intimacy and bonding don't go over the top into
obsession or domination. There is a brief opportunity now to
become more authentic in how you relate to those close to you
and how you establish a balance of power with them. The trick is
to do this without trying to suppress, control or overpower the
other person's interests. Financially, it is a time when you may
have an opportunity to profit in your dealings with banks,
insurance companies, taxes, and other institutions that deal
with collective money.
Jan.26 � Mercury conjunct Neptune
(19:00 of Aquarius)
The imagination soars under this
transit! Possibilities seem richer, insights appear more magical
and creativity flows like liquid honey. Your intuition is likely
to be more fluid, and you may even have psychic experiences.
Dreams may be more vivid and active, including daydreams. You
may feel a need for quiet meditation or just being alone with
your own thoughts. Your mental focus may seem a bit blurred,
although in the outer edges you may catch a glimpse of ideas and
possibilities that you don't ordinarily notice. It can be an
inspiring time if you are involved in creative activities, like
artwork, music, writing and other creative forms of
communication and self-expression. This is a time when your
"Right Brain" (intuitive, creative, non-rational) may be very
active. In fact, it might be a bit difficult to bring a sharp
focus to your "Left Brain" (logical, rational, realistic). Your
judgment and ability to be objective may be off, and you could
be more prone to wishful thinking and flights of fantasy. If
you're making an important decision now, it may be wise to do a
reality check with a trusted friend before you commit yourself.
Jan.27 � Venus enters Pisces (until
Feb.21)
Creativity, harmony and compassion
permeate our experiences while Venus waltzes through Pisces. If
you are an artist, musician, writer or other imaginative
artisan, this can be a time of great creative inspiration. Even
if you're not, this can still be a time when your appreciation
of the arts is heightened and your sensual enjoyment of life
increases. Relationships can be influenced by this placement, by
encouraging more openness to love and romance. While this can
make interaction smoother and more magical, it might also make
you more vulnerable to deception or disappointment. Be receptive
don't misplace your better judgment. This can also be a time
when you are prone to feeling a Universal Oneness with humanity.
You may find you have increased capacity for compassion, caring
and connection with others. This, too, can be a mixed blessing
-- it can bring out your most loving side, but could also make
you more easily taken advantage of. You might feel inspired to
make a selfless sacrifice, or to donate money or resources as a
form of service. It is all done in the name of Universal beauty,
truth and compassion. Celebrate this transit by going to a
concert of beautiful music, or stroll through an art gallery, or
indulge in dreamy sensuality, or let yourself feel a loving
connection with all that is around you.
Jan.28 � Mercury opposite Saturn (22:41
of Aquarius/Leo)
The time has come to face facts. There
may be a reality in your life that you've been avoiding, and you
need to accept and deal with it. Or, you might have to conform
to the expectations of others because there's no other way
around it. Or, you could find that your ability to communicate,
say what you want to say, or get your point across is harder for
a few days. This will pass, but there may be concrete reasons
why this might not be the best time to communicate whatever is
on your mind. You might feel a bit as if you're being tested,
and in some way this could be true. This transit may bring an
opportunity to see how much you really know and how skilled you
are at using that knowledge. On the other hand, this could be a
time when hard work and preparation that you've done for several
months could pay off. You may be able to progress to the next
step in a project, or to make plans in an organised, concrete
and responsible way. For a few days, taking a structured,
methodical or factual approach to whatever you're doing may
produce the best results.
Jan.30 � Sun conjunct Chiron (10:04 of
Aquarius)
For a few days, you may become focused
on physical, spiritual or psychological healing...or you might
become aware of the need for it due to problems. Your physical
vitality may be more susceptible to health problems, and your
inner or spiritual strength and sense of purpose may feel a bit
weak or vulnerable. However, you might also experience new
motivation to build up your strength and endurance on all
levels. Therefore, this could be a time when you embark on fresh
health or fitness goals, or new directions that carve reformed
purpose out of previous hardships. Psychologically, you could
become aware of the ways that your self-esteem is undermined or
sabotaged -- either by outside situations or people or you doing
it to yourself without realising it, or even ways that you do
this to someone else. This is a good time to observe and learn
about how these issues operate in your life, what role you play
in this dynamic, and how you could make different choices. By
increasing your level of acceptance of human imperfection, of
both yourself and others, you can strengthen those areas where
you now feel vulnerable. Since self-esteem (yours and others')
can be a bit fragile now, boosting self-confidence through
praise, support, encouragement and confidence can have a
powerful and healing effect right now.
Mercury now enters the area of Zodiac
where it will later go retrograde (Feb.13 to Mar.07). During its
retrograde cycle, Mercury travels through the same span of the
Zodiac three times�once direct (moving forward), then retrograde
(looks like it's going backwards), and then direct again. This
means that there is a more involved process of development
involved with things that Mercury affects�ideas, thoughts, frame
of mind, mental focus, and the collection, exchange, analysis
and organisation of information. Also affected are all forms of
communication�email, the Internet, letters, the media in
general, books and magazines, as well as public transit (buses,
trains, etc.) and neighbourhoods. The situations that are
developing over the next 2 weeks (leading up to when Mercury
actually goes retrograde) are likely to require further
research, deeper consideration and unexpected discoveries over
the next couple of months. Expect changes in your plans,
increasingly disrupted communication, and new information coming
to light that may not fit conveniently into your plans. If you
must make important decisions during this time, try to build
some flexibility into your plans to allow for later changes�or
if possible, you may want to delay final or irrevocable
decisions until well after Mercury goes direct (Mar.07).
Feb.01 � Mercury sextile Pluto (28:04
of Aquarius/Sagittarius)
Penetrating insights and passionate
communication are possible under this transit ...although, so is
speaking more forcefully than you intend to about things that
require a bit of delicacy or discretion. It is also a time when
your mental concentration can come together so easily that you
become obsessed. You may prefer in-depth discussion to
small-talk, and it might feel awkward if you aren't able to
explore the depths in your interaction or communication with
others. However, you likely have an increased ability to pick up
on undercurrents of what's happening around you. This is also a
time when you can start to shed and leave behind old worn out
perceptions and ways of communicating. You also have an
increased ability to take thoughts, ideas and information and
transform them into something healing ...or wounding. Choose
your words carefully and mindfully. Writing down your thoughts
and ideas to capture the energy of this transit can help you
gather the deeper qualities.
How do you strengthen your self-esteem
and identity in the face of self-doubt or uncertainty? How do
you put your best foot forward when difficult memories keep
biting at your heels? And how do you keep your heart open and
optimistic when you're feeling unusually sensitive to the
turbulence of the world around you? This is your mission!
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Sabian Symbol for the
Full Moon in Leo
Leo 12:59
An Old Sea Captain Rocking (on the front porch of his cottage)
This peaceful image seems to suggest someone
who revisits old memories from the comfort of the present. There
is a repetitive rhythm involved that goes over the same ground,
which may bring an almost transcendent or altered state of
consciousness.
Marc Edmund Jones (The Sabian Symbols in Astrology ) sees a
retrospective quality in this Sabian Symbol.
("What's a Sabian Symbol?") Our minds love to relive
past experiences, going back and for over them in our minds and
seeking greater understanding to help us if history repeats
itself in the future.
Dane Rudhyar (An Astrological Mandala ) sees our human urge
to extract wisdom from our memories in the aftermath of past
joys and crises.
To Lynda Hill (360 Degrees of Wisdom ) this symbol
suggests a need for solitude where we can enjoy quiet reflection
and contemplation, after which we may emerge refreshed and ready
to face the world again with a broader perspective of our lives.
This symbol provides an additional
aspect of information about the Full Moon's energy. It suggests
that there may be a deeper level of understanding that can be
found by retreating to a meditative and calm state of reflection
to mull over the events of our lives.
Learn more about the Sabian Symbols:
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The Full Moon in Leo brings a focus to
identity, self-image and well being. Our most personal needs and
feelings are under the spotlight. What will we see there? At
best, we may see self-acceptance, genuine caring and delighted
innocence. At worst, we might see insecurity, bravado,
self-importance or the need to always be the child who is taken
care of by others.
Realistically, we will probably see a
little of all of these things, both in ourselves and others,
since that tends to be how human nature is put together. That
means we have a chance to celebrate our strengths, acknowledge
and work on our weaknesses, and accept ourselves as a wonderful
work in progress.
This can be a very creative influence,
with plenty of inspiration and drive to produce something real
from your ideas. Insecurity, self-doubt or uncertainty can
become a channel for creative and healing incentives. However,
they could also bring overcompensation by presenting yourself as
more successful, important or capable than you realistically
are.
The idea is to maximize your
confidence and strength, while minimizing any puffed up bravado
or haughty pretence. It may help to stay focused on the idea
that you are an essential and irreplaceable part of something
greater than yourself, yet you are still only one part of it. It
may also help to remind yourself that everything in the Universe
is a work in progress (in other words, not perfect), which is
okay (including you).
 There is a very dominant aspect
configuration
in the New Moon chart, which is called a
Yod Kite or Focused
Yod or Boomerang. The Yod Kite generates irritation, frustration
and a deeply philosophical approach to life. It can seem like
there is no "black" or "white" but only a vast ocean of "shades
of grey" that never seem to crystallize into anything definite.
If you are a task-oriented kind of
person who sees life in logical, concise or clearly defined
terms, this might be an especially frustrating time for you,
when nothing seems to fit conveniently into its designated
cubby-hole. If you are a process-oriented kind of person who
enjoys exploring paradox, philosophical or intuitive mysteries,
you will likely be blessed with plenty of ideas to chew on. In
other words, depending on how you're wired, this energy could
seem like a messy "can or worms" or stimulating food for
thought.
The Yod Kite is focused on the
Sun-Moon opposition (which is what a Full Moon is), which
implies that all the issues described above take on extra
importance. It also suggests that whatever was begun at the last
New Moon (Jan.18) has evolved into an ambiguous dilemma that may
not have a clear solution.
Whatever you are manifesting now is
likely to have beyond the original goal or problem. This
situation requires flexibility, a philosophical attitude, and
the willingness to take action "outside the box"�in other words,
to respond to your situation in unusual or even daring ways (but
not reckless). You may also have to find a balance between the
"old" and "young" parts of you. The mature, experienced,
responsible part of you needs to work in cooperation with the
part of you that needs support or an audience to reassure you of
your worth and value.
The Sun (the other half of a Full
Moon) is closely conjunct Chiron on one side and widely conjunct
Neptune on the other. This Rolling Conjunction also acts as the
boomerang or return point of the Kite, and as such it "has the
last word" in the collective planetary dialogue.
Although Chiron won't catch up to
Neptune for another 3 years, anything slipping in between them
during that time will bring their energies together to some
extent, giving us a prelude to that conjunction energy. So this
Full Moon energy, with its axis between Chiron and Neptune, is
rooted in an urge to transcend our earthly suffering by
surrendering to something greater than ourselves. This could
bring out either the "mystic" or the "victim" in you, depending
on how effectively you are able to balance the need to respond
in a concrete way with your urge to rise above it all and go
with the flow.
These themes will affect you a little
differently from other people because the Yod Kite interacts
with your natal chart differently than it does with someone
else's chart. If you have planets or points in the fixed signs
(Taurus, Leo, Scorpio, Aquarius), you could be especially
affected. You might have to solve concrete problems with
uncertain resources, or you might be faced with an unclear
situation and have to find a way to respond in a clear, concise
way.
You might need some support to get
un-stuck from bewilderment, frustration or reactive bravado. It
can help to have someone to talk to about what you're going
through, which can give you some perspective and get you moving
again. Draw on the support people in your life, like
your
astrologer, therapist, spiritual advisor or trusted friend.
Feb.02 �
Mercury enters Pisces (until Feb.26)
Imagination, dreams, creativity and
intuition are more easily accessible while Mercury floats
through Pisces. You may be more impressionable, appreciative and
open to ideas that previously had seemed improbable, unrealistic
or silly. This is a good transit for any creative work �
writing, music, artistic projects, or just putting ideas
together in new ways. Problem solving could benefit now, because
it may be easier to think beyond the limiting boundaries of the
situation. On the other hand, it might also be easier to become
caught in confusion, ambiguity or ambivalence, since the sharp
edges of definition may be easily blurred or distorted. This is
a time when the "Right Brain" � the intuitive, creative and
non-rational side of the mind � can be more active. As a result,
meditation, dreams and daydreams may be more accessible.
Unfortunately, illusion and deception might also be more
convincing and enticing, since critical and objective thinking
could be a bit harder to maintain. You might also experience
some mental lethargy and need to give your mind a rest. Try
going to a movie, or read an entertaining novel, or spend some
quality "alone time" with yourself. Or, take a long walk in a
park or by a body of water, where you can enjoy the luxury of
just appreciating nature and "being" instead of "doing." Some
harmless or entertaining escapism can be a great way to give
yourself a mental vacation � just don�t get stuck there.
Explorations of spiritual experience and thought can also bring
new insights and inspiration under this transit.
Feb.03 � Mars
sextile Uranus (13:00 of Capricorn/Pisces)
You have an opportunity to move
forward through inspired action. This can bring creative problem
solving to any conflicts or challenges that are currently in
your life. Now is the time to think outside the box and
experiment with trying out new responses, actions and
directions. It may be easier to be spontaneous and even to act
"out of character." If this is something you easily go overboard
with, you might want to find ways to channel this
constructively. The idea is to be refreshingly spontaneous, not
recklessly impulsive. On the other hand, if you have trouble
kicking up your heels and being free and unfettered, this
transit can be used to get you moving a bit better. If you don't
use this energy constructively or consciously, you might wind up
feeling somewhat erratic or restless. Find something exciting,
inspiring or unusual to spend your energy on.
Feb.03 � Sun
sextile Jupiter (14:26 of Aquarius/Sagittarius)
(Feb.04 in
Sydney AU)
This is a time when your understanding
of the Big Picture and your place within it has the potential to
click into place. As a result, your confidence and self-esteem
can be quite high right now. Your ability to see opportunities
and possibilities more clearly can produce an experience of
being "lucky." Your insight into life and the world around you
may be especially bright, optimistic and inspired. This is a
"feel-good" transit, when your sense of self can seem to expand
and become free. You may feel especially connected to spiritual
energy during this time. Just be careful that all this
self-assurance and "knowing" doesn't backfire, by overestimating
the extent of your knowledge or underestimating the reaction of
your audience. It is possible to become a bit self-indulgent
under this transit, so be careful not to overdo it. Beyond a
reasonable caution, this is a transit to enjoy!
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Feb.07 � Venus
conjunct Uranus (13:14 of Pisces) (Feb.08 in Sydney AU)
The warm receptivity of Venus can
become somewhat cool, detached and unpredictable when combined
with Uranus. This is a good combination for carrying out a
dispassionate strategy, or for networking with acquaintances and
associates. It can also be a time when you might liberate
yourself from old connections � for example, choosing to end a
relationship, stepping away from an outworn friendship, or being
open to experimenting with new kinds of connections with people.
It can also be a time of impulse spending, or wanting to use
your resources and finances for a humanitarian purpose. Finances
may become a bit unpredictable or unstable � either bringing
income when you didn't expect it, or spending it when you may or
may not have. Whether you want to liberate your own life or
someone else's, this is a time when freedom and independence
become the focus of pleasure. Experimentation is also tempting,
and while this can be invigorating, it might also leave you with
consequences you hadn't anticipated. Embrace your spontaneity,
but don't divorce your judgment.
Feb.08 � Sun
conjunct Neptune (19:30 of Aquarius) (Feb.09 in Sydney AU)
This can be a time of great creative
ability by taking unfamiliar or little-used sources of
inspiration and channelling them into self-expression. This may
or may not be "creative" in the artistic sense of the word, but
definitely can involve taking an inspired approach to problems
and challenges. It is a great time to be romantic, creative,
intuitive/psychic or spiritual. Just remember that inspiration
still means you have to work for the results. Don�t confuse
intuition with being able to take divine intervention for
granted. You may experience profound faith in the bountiful
blessings of the Universe under this transit, but don't just
assume you'll be granted everything you wish for. What you pick
up from others and your environment can also become mixed up
with your own wishful thinking, making it hard to tell where you
stop and the rest of the world begins. However, hope, optimism
and imagination spring eternal. Your sense of self can become
infused with a sense of vision and having a mission, feeling
that you are truly a Child of the Universe. Enjoy it while it
lasts, as this transit only lasts a few days, but do a careful
reality check before you act on the magical possibilities before
you.
Feb.09 � Venus
square Jupiter (15:20 of Pisces/Sagittarius)
"Your eyes are bigger than your
stomach" (as Mom used to say). That means you are more likely
now to over-indulge, especially in the areas of relationships,
spending, desires, pleasure and social contact. Your desire for
fulfilment and satisfaction may exceed your resources, and you
might not even realise it until the bill comes in later
(probably under a Saturn transit ;-). You may also find you
require more knowledge, understanding, faith, freedom or
optimism than you have available, making it tempting to
compensate by inflating what you really have. For example, you
might want to resort to flattery, manipulation or over-optimism
in an effort to make up for a lack of genuine confidence,
rapport or preparation. However, this can also be a time when
your creativity is running high and you are able to pull rabbits
out of your hat on a moment's notice. The problem is that you
could over-extend yourself by doing so.
Feb.10 � Sun
Opposite Saturn (21:39 of Aquarius/Leo) (Feb.11 in Sydney AU)
You may be obligated to fulfil the
expectations of others or of society under this transit. A
situation or project (which may have begun around 6 months ago)
might require that you start to implement the plans and
preparation you've been building. Or you might find that
problems you've been off must now be dealt with. Although you
could experience this as stressful or heavy, it can also be a
time when you are finally able to move ahead with a project or
goal. All commitment requires some degree of limitation and
pruning back, since we must choose one path and leave other
options behind. This may therefore feel like a time when you are
pressured by obligation, necessity or restraint...or it could
feel like the rehearsals are finally over and it's time to
launch the rocket. If it seems like you're only seeing blocks or
obstacles in your way, this might be a reflection of not having
done enough preparation (in which case you will need to draw on
your experience to solve the problems or deal with the reality
in front of you). This can be a time when you reap whatever you
have sown in the past (especially the last 6 months), so if your
current situation seems negative or punitive, it might be a time
when you need to look back over your actions that lead to this
and be accountable for past actions and decisions. Whether you
are taking the final step to implement your plans or are facing
the results of poor past judgment, this can be a time when you
are called upon to move forward in your personal growth and
maturation. Use it to strengthen your responsibility
(response-ability), and don't let fears of inadequacy erode your
self-esteem.
Feb.11-15 �
Yod Kite (Mars sextile Venus, quincunx Saturn, opposite Neptune)
("What's a Yod Kite?")
 This aspect configuration brings out
the Saturn-Neptune opposition that has been with us since last
August. The ordered, predictable nature of physical reality
(Saturn) is being held up against the diffused "free-fall" of
the unknown (Neptune). You may have been feeling a bit of a
flip-flop between needing to come to grips with the demands of
reality, yet also longing to surrender to a vision of a
compassionate Universe. Finding a balance between these
qualities is the goal. Saturn and Neptune will reach the
second pass of their opposition at the end of February. The Yod
Kite brings out the struggle between these conflicted energies.
We are pulled on one side by Mars, who urges us to apply
strength of will power to achieve results, and by Venus on the
other side, who encourages us to flow with the unseen current in
imaginative and creative ways. It's a lot of different energies
to juggle, but there is reassuring order and meaning to be
found. The trick is to avoid swinging back and forth between
extremes in reaction to the uncertainty of it all.
Feb.13 � Venus
sextile Mars (20:53 of Pisces/Capricorn)
It is possible now to take a balanced
approach to conflict, problems and projects that require effort.
This can combine both a gentle touch and firm action;
sensitivity and forcefulness. Negotiation and interaction with
others could be aggressive and determined now, but also balanced
with sensitivity and style. Any expressions of anger,
frustration or discontent are more likely to be tempered with
fairness, moderation and composure. You'll have to apply some
effort to get these opposite energies working in sync together,
but the potential and opportunity are there more-so than usual
now.
Mercury now goes retrograde for the
next 3-3� weeks. For up to a week before and after today,
Mercury is moving very slowly or is stationary. During this
time, you may experience intensity, frustration, confusion,
miscommunications, or feel like you're getting bogging down in
your progress. Mercury retrograde is usually a time when it is
best to rethink, rehash, reflect, and tie up old loose ends,
rather than begin new ventures. It is typical for new insights
and information to emerge later in the retrograde cycle that you
didn't anticipate, which can change the whole picture. Because
of this, it is usually advised to avoid making final or
permanent decisions (e.g., signing contracts or putting new
projects into action), during the retrograde and even up to 2
weeks after Mercury goes direct. However, it is an excellent
time to do fact-finding, research and investigation to prepare
for major decisions, which are usually best put off until well
after Mercury goes direct. In the meantime, while Mercury is
retrograde, expect the unexpected, and leave lots of extra time
when planning your schedule (to minimize any disruptions from
delays and complications). Stay flexible; for example, it's
common to have to reschedule appointments. Do some things that
use your intuitive, creative, non-rational mind for a while
until Mercury goes direct again.
Mercury is retrograde in Pisces,
which can put you in a very dream-like, meditative space.
Logical or analytical thought may not be easy to achieve during
this transit � or you might find that logic and analysis seem to
ride in the slipstream of intuition. Creativity and imagination
could rise spontaneously or unexpectedly...or they might seem to
go underground where you can't access them at all for a while.
In fact, much of your usual mental awareness could seem less
than solid, reliable or accessible during this transit. On the
other hand, you may find you have access to a different kind of
perception and awareness during this time. Your psychic and
intuitive abilities are likely to be much more sensitive now.
Dreams could be more vivid, and you may float in and out of
daydreams that could actually provide valuable information and
insight. It's not always possible to put your life on hold for 3
weeks (while Mercury is retrograde), but it will help to take
some time out to just drift and "be" during this time.
Feb.17 � Sun
sextile Pluto (28:29 of Aquarius/Sagittarius)
Your sense of purpose is potentially
strong now, being able to tap into a deeper level of energy and
determination. Your personality may be more forceful now, which
can be great if you need to make a strong impression but perhaps
not so much in situations requiring delicacy or subtlety. You
have greater ability to see below the surface of things now,
although it may not be as easy to put it all together and
understand what it all means. It can be possible to unearth
secrets or get at the core of unconscious patterns (yours and
others'). However, you'll have to work to harvest the fruit of
these potentials, and some of the insights and benefits may not
become apparent until later.
Next Update: NEW MOON in AQUARIUS - February 17,
2007. Please check back on Feb.17.
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2007
Wendy Guy.
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