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has a typically complicated yet profound interpretation of this symbol. He
writes: "We are at the stage where a powerful realization of the very purpose of the cycle of existence faces the chaotic
remains of a dis-structured past." In other words, we have access to a
powerful realization of the nature of our existence. And yet, this awareness
also brings with it the chaotic remnants of our past. A unifying structure is
required or our hard work could crumble under its own weight.
) that "it is
through the power of your personality that you can resolve the situation and
bring back a state of equilibrium," particularly when trying to calm the
distress of others.
) sees the need to take careful inventory of our experience,
since order is fragile and can easily fall back into disorder due to
neglect. What's the solution? Says Jones: "The greatest opportunity for
self-discovery lies in the transient crises of everyday living."The Sun-Moon opposition (which is what a Full Moon and Lunar Eclipse are) forms the "spine" of a very tight Yod Kite aspect configuration (a.k.a. Focused Yod or Boomerang). Read more about this aspect figure here.
In addition, Virgo's planetary ruler Mercury is still retrograde until Mar.07. Mercury retrograde can make things wonky at the best of times! Mercury is therefore likely to act as a lightning rod for all the unpredictability, upheaval and continual need for adjustment brought on by other factors present at the Full Moon. However, with all this chaotic energy being scattered around, you have a chance to try something new on for size.
For example: Feel like you're stuck in the same old problems? Do something different in the way you respond. Feel overwhelmed because your careful plans keep coming undone? You might try treating this as an adventure, to experiment with detaching yourself from the need to achieve a particular outcome. Then see what the Universe comes up with instead. Allow yourself to be surprised!
This Full Moon is also a Lunar Eclipse, and therefore it is the fruition and emergence of themes and events that begun at the previous Solar Eclipse. This took place on Sep.22, 2006, which challenged us to improve ourselves with dedication and sharp focus. So...how have you been working at improving your life since last September? This is a time to take stock of how well you're doing and evaluate what's working, what needs to be adjusted, and what simply isn't working and should perhaps be abandoned or let go.
At the time of the Solar Eclipse in Sep.2006, Jupiter and Saturn were in square aspect (stressful, conflicting but also motivating and dynamic). This transit brought a challenge to wrestle between your responsibilities and your aspirations, between the ways that you wanted to expand and grow versus the areas that needed pruning back in your life. At today's Lunar Eclipse, Jupiter and Saturn are in trine aspect (easy-going, easy-flowing, cooperative, creative). Therefore, the ways that you struggled and fought hard to move toward improving your life back in September are likely starting to work a bit better for you by now. It is probably a bit easier to balance what you have to do (responsibilities, obligations, necessities) with what you want to do (inspired pursuits, exciting possibilities, liberating faith).
Last September, the Saturn-Neptune opposition figured prominently in last September's Solar Eclipse chart, in the form of a stressful but motivating T-square aspect configuration with Jupiter. The knowledge, expectations and idealism that you brought to the issues in your life at that time needed to be adjusted and problem-solved to get them to fit together and work cooperatively rather than pulling against each other.
Saturn, Neptune and Jupiter are now moving into a Grand Trine Kite formation in combination with Venus, the great diplomat and strategist. This means you are on the verge of being able to (potentially) bring these energies together in a powerful, productive and satisfying way�as long as your idealistic hopes and dreams can be balanced with healthy realism and productive "elbow grease." Venus' talent for strategy, compromise and cooperation can help to bring these factors together in creative, inspired, caring and harmonious ways. (Read article about this series of Grand Trine Kites.)
Although the effects are felt by
everyone, you have to be in
the right place on this planet to be able to actually
see
the Lunar Eclipse in the sky. (It's perfectly okay to look
directly at a lunar eclipse.
It's only the Solar Eclipse that will damage your eyes.) If
you're in Europe or Africa, you're in luck! You have the best
view on the planet. If you're in North or South America, the
Moon will be in mid-eclipse as it rises (just after and opposite
the sunset). And if you're in central or eastern Asia or west
Australia, you'll catch the eclipsed Moon as it sets (just
before and opposite the sunrise). Watch for a gradual reddish
glow on the Full Moon. 
Mar.03 � Yod Kite or Focused Yod (Sun/Uranus, Moon, Chiron, Venus)
This is a very tightly focused aspect
configuration that is a very prominent figure in the Full Moon
and Lunar Eclipse chart. Its energy will therefore continue to
influence us as the current lunar cycle unfolds (until the New
Moon on Mar.18) and even until the next Solar Eclipse
(Sep.11.2007). This aspect figure starts with the Sun conjunct
Uranus � guaranteed to bring some excitement, unpredictability,
awakening and/or rebellion into your life! The Sun and Moon
oppose the Moon, forming the "spine" of the Yod Kite figure �
having your usual worldview shaken up to some extent, which
could result in either an "ah-ha!" experience of awakening or an
impulsive reaction.
Complicating this is the Yod figure from the Moon to Venus sextile Chiron. Normally Venus sextile Chiron would bring healing through pleasure, ease, negotiation and cooperation. However, Venus' desire for harmony and calm may be offended by the disruptive nature of Uranus, meaning you might feel especially sensitive and upset by unexpected changes. Chiron's healing agenda could become stretched to the breaking point, as your "chosen path" keeps getting moved just as you're about to take the next step.
The best advice is to remain flexible and open-minded � not to the point of abandoning your resolve or giving up on your goals, but enough to flow around the corners of surprise and adapt to the changes that are happening. If you are artistically inclined, this could be a great opportunity to tap into some very unusual and original creativity. If you tend to be logically minded and like things ordered and predictable, you could learn a lot from this energy by allowing yourself to be open to a different point of view.
In general, this combined energy can
bring an opportunity to expand your philosophical nature by
learning to be a bit detached (which is not the same as being
disconnected) from the world around you. As the saying goes, "be
in the world, but not of it." Become centered and allow events
to turn around you without trying to stop or control them (short
of putting yourself in harm's way, of course). Expand your
mental vision to reach a broader understanding of what's
happening and what is coming up inside you.
Mar.03 � Venus sextile Chiron (12:33 of Aries/Aquarius) (Mar.04 in Sydney)
Although this transit lasts for only a few days, it is possible to make some progress in your healing and rebalancing efforts, although it will take some effort to make it happen. This may show itself in relationships, social interaction, finances, values, health or your spiritual connection to the Universe. You have an increased ability to negotiate with others and with your circumstances to achieve a fair compromise that results in equal sacrifice and benefit for all concerned. However, there is a risk of wanting to avoid conflict and discord so much that you negotiate beyond what you are truly comfortable with -- peace at any price. By accepting and embracing the effort or struggle that is required, you can get out of your own way and achieve a more healing balance in those struggles. You now have increased ability to facilitate changes in situations that are within your control. It can also be easier to accept and adapt to that which lies beyond your control. Your effect on others can be potentially healing right now, especially by helping them find a new balance and point of acceptance in the conflicts and struggles of their lives.
Mar.03-12 � Grand Trine Kite in Fire Signs (Venus, Jupiter, Saturn opposite Neptune; closest on Mar.08) ("What's a Grand Trine Kite?" "What's a Grand Trine?" Read NEW article about this series of Grand Trine Kites.)
A Grand Trine in Fire signs brings a
blast of enthusiasm, excitement, motivation, empowerment and
physical/emotional energy. It can also add fuel to anger, lust,
violence, hostility or aggression. It's a bit like having a blow
torch, which can be put to productive, creative use or can cause
damage and destruction. But trine aspects (which compose the
Grand Trine) can easily be taken for granted and not used to
their fullest potential. What will help you tape into this
energy is to find a good balance between fact and fiction,
illusion and reality. Creativity is probably Number One on the
list of positive uses for this energy � art, dance, music,
writing, etc. Rather than artistry, this could be simply taking
a new approach to something in your life so that it speaks to a
higher purpose for the "greater good" (society's or even just
your own). However, if you get tangled up in ambiguity and
uncertainty (or its shadow side, "all-or-nothing"
perfectionism), the Fire energy could lead to explosions of
temper and forcefulness that does more harm than good. If this
happens, try taking some time out to get calm and centered,
and/or find a constructive way to blow off some steam (like
working out, cleaning the house, etc.). Or, channel it into a
creative project that expresses what you're feeling.
Mar.05 � Sun conjunct Uranus (14:41 of Pisces) (Mar.06 in Sydney)
Spontaneity, surprises and "flying by
the seat of your pants" characterize this transit. You are more
open than usual to new experiences and open-minded to new
perspectives. Your sense of humour and fun are finely tuned and
may spring up unexpectedly and irreverently. It is more possible
to break free of old habits and getting out of a rut you have
been in. In fact, you may find it is fun to try doing something
completely out of character...so much so that it's wise to be
careful not to be too reckless under this transit. Have fun
pushing the envelope, but try not to rip or shred that envelope.
On the other hand, that might be the only way you can get out of
a restrictive situation that's holding you back, and this
transit could give you the impulsive courage to do just that.
Your creativity may come in bursts and in unexpected ways, so
try to take advantage of them when they present themselves or
else write down your inspiration for future consideration.
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Mar.07 � Mercury stationary Direct (25:25 of Aquarius) (Mar.08 in London, Sydney) ("What's a station?" Read more about retrogrades. Read more about Mercury retrograde.)
For up to a week before and after
today, you may experience mental intensity, confusion, and
miscommunications or changes in your outlook. Mercury is taking
a slow turn to resume his direction motion, officially changing
direction today. Mercury has been retrograde since
Feb.13,
urging you to rethink and rehash things that have required some
fine-tuning or revision. This can be a time when a clear
decision starts to emerge from issues you've been struggling
with during the retrograde period. Or, it might turn your
perspective around so that you're seeing your situation fresh
again. Over the next couple of weeks, while Mercury is still in
the Shadow, your brain may feel a bit like it's waking up after
a deep sleep. It is now time to gradually put into practice the
learning you've gained from your retrograde dreams and moonlight
visions. It will take time to get fully back into sync with the
Mercury direct energy. So, take it slow, one step at a time, and
untangle yourself one strand at a time.
Mar.08 � Venus trine Jupiter (18:32 of Aries/Sagittarius)
Your luck and opportunity to attract
money, love, resources and self-esteem are high right now. The
flow of attraction (whether that is magnetizing people, things
or opportunities) is riding a strong current right now. You
could find it easier than usual to get the resources and
abundance for whatever you need right now. On the other hand,
"your eyes may be bigger than your stomach" (as mother used to
say), meaning your desire may magnify your sense of need beyond
what is wise. You may be tempted to spend, flirt or bluff your
way through situations, preferring to ignore or avoid hardship,
boundaries or drudgery. That's not necessarily a bad thing, but
be careful you don't get your hopes up so high that you set
yourself up for disappointment or make promises you can't keep.
It's probably wise to balance this easy flowing energy with some
discretion and good judgement.
Mar.09 � Venus trine Saturn (19:37 of Aries/Leo) (Mar.10 in Sydney)
Stability in relationships and
finances characterises this transit. You have increased ability
to be disciplined about spending and to invest the hard work to
maximise your earnings. Your ability to grasp the solid,
realistic facts will help you choose wisely in your investments
of both money and interaction with others. Commitment and
structure are easier to achieve and embrace than change or
taking risks. Self-worth can benefit now because you are less
inclined to give in to mood swings. However, if you are prone to
depression, you might want to be careful you don't become so
grounded and stable that you lose touch with your sense of hope
and potential. It is a good time to make concrete progress in
matters involving beauty, love, harmony and balance. Keep your
pleasures simple and humble for maximum benefit.
Mar.09 � Sun square Jupiter (18:38 of Pisces/Sagittarius) (Mar.10 in Sydney)
You may be inspired to expand far
beyond your usual boundaries during this time, although this may
or may not work in the way you hope it will. It can be a time of
challenge, when you decide that now is the time to move beyond
your current horizons and make the ultimate push for something
you believe will bring you happiness, fulfilment and prosperity.
How successful you are will probably depend on how prepared you
are for what comes next. Your judgment and your ability to see
things objectively and realistically can be a little "off"
during this transit, since your hopes and ideals might distort
what is actually possible. It can be easy to overestimate the
envisioned results, or you might underestimate the amount of
work necessary to sustain your dream and prevent it from being
just a flash in the pan. Try to avoid being overconfident and
making promises you can't keep (including to yourself).
Mar.09 � Venus sextile Neptune (20:35 of Aries/Aquarius)
Artistry, romance, creativity and
faith have the potential to flow freely now. Your creative Muse
is whispering in your ear, although it will still take your own
elbow grease to turn it into something real. Socially and
romantically, things could run smoothly and even a bit
magically, so be sure you are clear in yourself about what you
really want. This can be a time of blessings and abundance (in
all areas of life) ...but there is also the risk of overspending
and being overly optimistic in your assumptions about money and
relationships. Your natural beauty and warmth can be brought out
by this transit, but don't just waste it on creating a fa�ade of
outer glamour and charm. Let the essence of your inner beauty
and pure spirit shine through your appearance and mannerisms!
Mar.11 � Daylight Savings Time begins in North America
The changing of the clocks into
Daylight Savings Time happens a few weeks earlier than usual
this year in North America, so I thought I'd mention it. ;-)
Mar.12-20 � Mini-Trine Aspect Figure (Mercury, Venus, Pluto)
Although this aspect configuration is
closest on Mar.16, its influence is present starting around now.
This is a time of potent potential! There is tremendous creative
energy available to be tapped into. Negotiations, discussions
and research can make good progress under this energy,
especially where a win-win solution is important. Penetrating
insights could be made in therapy or self-help. This aspect
figure also takes place while the Jupiter-Saturn trine is exact.
Although the two groups of planets do not interact with each
other, as such, they each contribute to the collective effect.
Jupiter and Saturn bring a creative cooperation between vision
and discipline; speculation and fact; freedom and
responsibility. All of this energy still requires some effort
and "elbow grease" to turn potential into productivity, so make
the most of it!
Mar.13-Apr.09 � Uranus conjunct the Lunar North Node (exact Mar.31)
This transit's influence has been
building since Dec.2006 and will remain in effect until
Jun.2007. Although it doesn't become exact until Mar.31, it
enters into a kind of "hot zone" from Mar.13-Apr.09, when
these two points are extremely close (within one degree). This
transit brings a focus to all things Uranian � technology,
innovation, rebellion, friendship, individuation, group
involvement, humanitarian causes and futuristic thinking. You
may be moving toward a different attitude, a new project or
trying something completely out of character for you. You might
be especially moved by the environmental concerns that are
currently in focus (another Uranus-North Node effect!). This is
a good time to break old destructive habits, change your mind
about something, give yourself permission to be free (although
not reckless), or let go of something that's blocking your
direction into the future. If this transit is interacting with
your natal chart, you will feel its effects more than other
people. For example, if you were born in the mid-1960s, you are
probably getting this transit as part of your Uranus opposition,
which is a transit that happens at mid-life and can generate
considerable change in your life. Or, if you were born in early
March, it will be an important part of your Solar Return
(birthday) chart, so you will likely be finding ways to embrace
this energy for the coming year. A
personal astrology reading
can help you find ways to work with this energy in positive,
innovative and liberating ways.
Mar.15 � Mars conjunct Chiron (13:22 of Aquarius) (Mar.16 in Sydney)
There is a lot of potential for both
healing and harm under this transit. The forcefulness of Mars is
like a surgeon's scalpel that can heal by cutting through
resistance, lethargy, pain or denial -- but could also be a
knife that causes damage when not used with precision and care.
The healing aspect of this energy can bring some relief to
chronic or persistent problems, but if inflicted with anger,
hostility or insensitivity it could just aggravate those
problems. Physical energy could be affected by this transit,
either beginning a new approach that can bring improved
strength, or by depleting your energy through physical,
emotional or spiritual malaise. You might feel a bit discouraged
or powerless...or you might start to see a light at the end of
the tunnel that you can start to move toward. This is the
beginning of a new cycle of working with these combined
energies, which lasts about 2 years. To participate with
positive intention in this initiation, it can help to observe
what conflicts, problems or struggles come up around this time,
since there is something about these issues that will unfold and
develop over the next two years.
Mar.16 � Jupiter trine Saturn (19:09 of Sagittarius/Leo) (Mar.17 in Sydney)
The expansiveness of Jupiter works cooperatively with the concise structure of Saturn in this transit. Its peak effects can be felt for up to about a week to 10 days before and after the exact date (above). This transit can bring adventure and caution into a healthy balance. You have the confidence and imagination to envision bright possibilities in your life, while also having the grounded realism to make the plans and do the hard work to make it happen. If you have been making plans to create, build or reach for a goal in your life, this is a time when you may be able to make substantial progress. You have access to vision that can see beyond obstacles, insight to deal with problems, enthusiasm to sustain your efforts, and faith in the process as it unfolds. It is also easier to be responsible, stable and predictable without limiting your options or potential. There's a slight possibility that this could backfire somewhat, by giving you the strength to push through your vision or opinion with such force that others find it overwhelming. Or, you might feel so reassured and confident with the way your life is unfolding that you take it for granted and don't apply any real effort to help it along ...and then wonder why it didn't bring as much as you thought. Make a point of putting this energy to productive use!
This is the first of 5 wonderful passes of this
transit! The exact pass dates are: 16-Mar-07, 5-May-07,
21-Jan-08, 8-Sep-08 and 21-Nov-08. It's somewhat unusual to have
5 passes of a Jupiter-Saturn transit, and it only happens when
they are on opposite sides of the solar system (in other words,
the trine and opposition aspects). The last time we had 5 passes
of a Jupiter-Saturn aspect was the opposition in 1989-91. This
long-term transit means we have two years to make the most of
this productive and powerful combination of energies. Also,
whatever long-term plans you are nurturing during this time,
there may be a chance to develop something even better than you
originally thought was possible.
Mar.16 � Mercury Direct sextile Pluto (28:54 of Aquarius/Sagittarius) (Mar.17 in Sydney)
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.
Mar.16 � Venus trine Pluto (28:54 of Aries/Sagittarius) (Mar.17 in London, Sydney)
Close one-on-one connections with
people (close friends, lovers, partners of all kinds) will tend
to gravitate to a deeper, more intense level now. Instead of
automatically doing the diplomatic, "nice" thing, you may find
it is more fulfilling to share more of your authentic feelings.
It may be possible now to connect with people on a deeper level,
while still ensuring that your interests are equally balanced
with theirs. The trick is to do this without trying to control
or overpower the other person, and it may be easier to avoid
those traps now. You could make some deeply intimate connections
with people under this transit. Financial dealings with other
people may also go smoothly, although it might be wise to get
clear confirmation that you're both on the same page about the
fine print.
Mar.16 � Mercury Direct sextile Venus (28:59 of Aquarius/Aries) (Mar.17 in London, Sydney)
There is a potential to benefit from
social connections, diplomatic communication and receptive
awareness during this transit, although a certain amount of
effort is needed to make this happen. It can be a good time for
negotiating contracts and other agreements, especially if you
consciously focus your intent on achieving balance with your
counterpart, partner or opponent that results in a win-win
situation for all concerned. There is also potential to
appreciate and express beauty, pleasure and sensuality. If
there's someone in your life that you want to get closer to, try
speaking gently and listening receptively, which can be the key
that opens the door to harmonious interaction. Creative ideas
can also find expression now if you apply your conscious
awareness to bring them into focus. The thing to watch for is a
tendency to use manipulation to achieve an advantage, which
might be done by you or to you. Keep communication
straightforward and clear, and find diplomatic ways to deal with
manipulation if you sense it happening.
Mar.16 � Mini-Trine Figure is exact (Mercury, Venus, Pluto)
This aspect configuration has been in
orb since Mar.12, but today all three planets are in exact
aspect to each other today. In fact, Mercury, Venus and Pluto
come to within just over one minute of arc at their closest orb
(that's extremely close). Add to this,
Jupiter trines Saturn
today�also exact!�and when the Mini-trine is at its closest,
Jupiter and Saturn are mere seconds of arc apart. That is a
whole lot of energy converging at the same time! Today in
particular, you may find it is possible to tap into this
collective energy. The Moon is also conjunct Mercury today,
which can bring out new ideas, intuitive perceptions and the
urge to give a voice to whatever inspires you.
Mar.17 � Venus enters Taurus (until Apr.11/12) (Mar.18 in Sydney)
Venus rules the sign of Taurus, so she
is very comfortable here! Your experiences of pleasure and
sensuality are likely to be heightened...perhaps even a bit too
much! You might be tempted to overindulge in sensory delights.
On the other hand, you may feel the urge to be more grounded,
practical and methodical in the way you handle relationships,
money, possessions, material values, and attracting what you
desire. It is also a time when your desires could manifest
tangibly or at least become more apparent. It may be possible to
see more clearly the ways that your self-worth is tied to
material things, like income, savings, possessions and spending.
Your finances and possessions could act like a "touch stone" to
reassure you in times of stress. The trick is not to let this
become a substitute for genuine self-respect. To make the most
of this transit, take some time to relax and enjoy life! Take
your time, smell the flowers, drink in the sunsets, listen to
beautiful music, get an aromatherapy massage or explore new uses
for chocolate. ;-)
Mar.18 � Mercury enters Pisces (until Apr.10/11)
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.
Next Update: SOLAR ECLIPSE (New Moon) in PISCES - March 18/19, 2007. Please check back on Mar.18.
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