The Lovers indicates both the most powerful of unions and the most of challenging conflicts humans must face. On one side The Lover’s embodies love and union on a cosmic scale—a love so strong, so inherently good that it actually makes the lovers better, more than they really are. All of the elements are there for the perfect union. The Lovers represent all powerful unions in general, and the elements that create/sustain them. The problem The Lovers face is temptation and the decision to act morally or abandon their ethics to take advantage of other opportunities that would be defined as transgressions.
The High Priestess is a Major Arcana, or “trump” card, that represents human wisdom. The High Priestess can be viewed as a kind of female Pope (a Papess), or the ancient Egyptian Priestess of Isis, the even more ancient snake and bird goddesses, the Greek goddess Persephone, or Eve, before the fall.
For the accused heretics who were burnt at the stake for revering her in the 14th and 15th century, the Priestess symbolized the prophecy of the return of the Holy Spirit, which was perceived as the female aspect of the Holy Trinity.
In terms of the Major Arcana ordering of cards, The High Priestess appears in the sequence as soon as the Fool decides he wants to develop his innate powers, making a move toward becoming a Magician. The High Priestess is his first teacher, representing the inner life and the method for contacting it, as well as the contemplative study of nature and spiritual mystery.
Highly intelligent and perceptive, your mind doesn’t seem to stop processing and analyzing. Others especially respect your opinions and ideas, which are progressive and unique. You are an effective communicator, although at times a little bossy! You are perhaps better at beginning projects than finishing them, and learning to finish one activity before starting a new one can be quite a challenge. You have little patience for dishonesty and vagueness.
Famous people born today: Erich Fromm, Joan Crawford, Ric Ocasek.
There’s an observable connection between what we think and what we do today. No doubt, it’s easier to walk our talk now while mental Mercury forms a flowing trine with go-getter Mars. For better or worse, our physical energy is directly linked to our brains. But mind over matter is only good news if we are rational. Although the airy Libra Moon increases objectivity, her stressful aspects to powerhouses Pluto and Uranus complicate matters.
Aries Horoscope MAR 21 – APR 19
You’re eager to take the most direct path to your goals now and consciously try to avoid the emotional distractions that others present along the way. Although concentration may not come naturally, you could benefit from a concerted effort to stay focused today. Exercising self-discipline is much more effective than following someone else’s command to obey the rules. Accept your responsibilities as a challenge; you will earn respect if you stick to the program and fulfill your commitments.
Taurus Horoscope APR 20 – MAY 20
Someone at work might disappoint you today, making you feel betrayed at first. Nevertheless, the Moon’s presence in your 6th House of Routine urges you to respond in a stabilizing manner, regardless of your initial reaction. Let go of any habitual emotional responses because there is an opportunity to make changes now that ultimately increase your security rather than jeopardizing it. Reassessing what you want from a professional relationship is a good place to start.
Gemini Horoscope MAY 21 – JUN 20
Your positive attitude makes all the difference in the world today, especially if your job duties aren’t very satisfying. Your rewards will arrive in the future if you tackle the toughest chores now. But it’s not in your best interest to go against the grain or to buck the system. Even if you believe you know a superior way to run things, you’re better off following the tried-and-true path. Acquiesce to those in authority until you complete your obligations. Put on a happy face and your work will be finished before you know it.
Cancer Horoscope JUN 21 – JUL 22
Channeling your excess energy into your work today goes a long way on the road to recognition. However, the ambivalent Libra Moon’s presence in your 4th House of Home and Family begs you to step back and take a long-term view of your life. Instead of blindly trying to get ahead in your chosen career, consider the impact of the demands of the job on your domestic life. Chasing your ambitions comes with a cost. Sometimes success and money have nothing in common.
Leo Horoscope JUL 23 – AUG 22
Oddly enough, meeting your obligations could lead to a romantic opportunity today or, at least, an enjoyable encounter. You might be overly cautious about observing social boundaries, but don’t entirely rule out the possibility of becoming more personal with an acquaintance. Just remember, flirtatious behavior won’t work in your favor now, even if your intentions are honorable. A friendly gesture is sufficient to get your message across. Then, patiently wait to see what develops before making your next move.
Virgo Horoscope AUG 23 – SEP 22
Sometimes you need someone to persuade you to join the party, but you usually have fun once you say yes. However, you may do well to pass on the social invitation now that cerebral Mercury is harmonizing with Mars in your 4th House of Emotional Security. Naturally, you still want to enjoy yourself, but a contemplative state of mind suggests that an evening at home alone or with your immediate family would be more in sync with your mood. Carving out a bit of quality time for yourself today gives you the chance to reconnect with your creative self.
Libra Horoscope SEP 23 – OCT 22
You might offer your best ideas to others today, but people may assume you’re meddling in their affairs. It doesn’t matter if your motives are well-meaning; someone’s casual comment could be perceived as serious criticism. Go out of your way to express your admiration; gentle encouragement, along with your suggestions, gives your advice a better chance of being heard now. Your kindness will be appreciated more than you know.
Scorpio Horoscope OCT 23 – NOV 21
The current emphasis on your financial picture heats up while Mercury trines energetic Mars, now traveling through your 2nd House of Personal Resources. If you are thinking about making a significant purchase, consider the long-term value of your potential acquisition. If it’s not a good bargain, let it go or try to negotiate a price that sweetens the deal for you. Remember, there’s an important difference between something you want and something you actually need.
Sagittarius Horoscope NOV 22 – DEC 21
It’s time to focus your attention on your own needs for a while by setting limits on your social activities and commitments. Practicing moderation makes you more effective in all that you do today and could even simplify your life. You’re wildly tempted to start something new, but it’s still wiser to wait a few more days before forging ahead. Rather than scattering your energy now, concentrate on the steps needed to reach your personal goals.
Capricorn Horoscope DEC 22 – JAN 19
You may need to modify your plans today due to circumstances beyond your control. And even if you don’t have to change your schedule, it’s still possible to lose your cool when something throws you off balance. Naturally, remaining light on your feet helps you maintain your adaptability, for an unexpected turn of events might be a blessing in disguise. Luckily, you could be released from an unwanted obligation and end up having more time to yourself. Stay calm and keep your sense of humor close at hand.
Aquarius Horoscope JAN 20 – FEB 18
Your friends try to include you in their big plans today, but you’re not so quick to follow the crowd. Macho Mars and somber Saturn are in disagreement as to how you should handle their presence in your 11th House of Networking. Nevertheless, a little common sense is required when it comes to socializing now. Don’t be so quick to compromise your integrity if you are feeling reclusive. Acknowledge your personal needs by graciously declining the invitation and create an evening just for you. Honor your desires and be gentle with your heart.
Pisces Horoscope FEB 19 – MAR 20
Someone’s marvelous idea might catch your attention today, but it’s wise to think long and hard before committing personal resources and lending a helping hand. It may sound like an amazing project at first, but will likely morph into more of a burden than you want to undertake now. Nevertheless, if you reject a colleague’s plan, take extra time to explain your decision so your refusal doesn’t generate any hurt feelings. The smallest amount of conscious diplomacy can solve a large problem before it even manifests.
The Lunar Eclipse this morning is the final cosmic push to sort out close relationships and matters of independence/dependence, dear Aries. You’ll be making important decisions about partnerships now and in the weeks ahead. Recognition of relationship needs and feelings can come in a rush. Domestic issues can reach a head as well now. Use your powers of negotiation, talk things through, and aim to resolve problems. There is likely to be an unusual amount of social and relationship activity, and you could find you are in higher demand, perhaps as a partner, or due to new clients and invitations. There can be increased involvement with others in general, or with a partner. Something about you or a partner, or the relationship itself, can be exposed in some manner now. You might, for example, make an important announcement, or a commitment might be an issue on the table now. A personal project may be coming to completion now. Today is a time for verbalizing your desires, to be heard, and to get noticed. You may be driven to express yourself or to communicate with someone, and you may be turned to for advice or asked to speak. There can be important realizations, epiphanies, and clarifications occurring now.
Taurus
Taurus
Health or work issues can reach a turning point now with a Lunar Eclipse occurring in your solar sixth house this morning, dear Taurus. This can be a final cosmic push to sort out work problems. If your work or daily regimens have become too monotonous and have taken a toll on your spirits, circumstances occurring now push you to make needed changes. This comes at a time when Jupiter and Saturn are facing off and you can be trying to sort out your relationships and commitments, as well as a near-station of Saturn, so this can be a time of heavy thinking. However, it’s a fabulous time to get going on a new or improved health and fitness endeavor. Changes are necessary, and being flexible enough to allow them to happen will make transitions much easier. Tend to matters that lead you to a feeling of more balance and order in your life. A work project or a job itself can begin or end in this stage of your life. For some, a health issue might come to light or turn a corner. You may see something you’ve failed to see before, or a conversation can bring up new information that allows you to come to a more definite conclusion. You might reawaken a topic from the past today, or have new insight into an old issue. There can be a good feeling of purging or release involved with bringing something to light.
Gemini
Gemini
The Lunar Eclipse this morning gives the final push towards sorting out your relationships with friends and lovers, dear Gemini. These areas of life have been filled with changes for many of you, and this eclipse tends to stimulate a turning point. There can be illumination in a romantic affair – perhaps some tests, but the path is being cleared for more honesty and respect in the future. For some, there can be a project that reaches fruition. Children may be going through important stages and require more attention. A romance or creative project can reach a turning point. With Lunar eclipses, new information about old matters comes to light. Lunar eclipses are not usually about new beginnings as is the case with Solar eclipses, and are more about settling matters and seeking balance. Relationship issues or even feelings for someone that have been present but not acknowledged or dealt with are likely to surface. Today is good for sharing your ideas or your expertise with others. You might gain more clarity about or through a friend. It’s a strong time for clearing something up, and for communicating intentions.
Cancer
Cancer
Any problems brewing in your domestic or personal life can reach a head with a Lunar Eclipse occurring this morning. This can be experienced as a cosmic push for you to make changes in order to bring your life back into balance, particularly if you’ve been putting too much of yourself into your work and responsibilities. You’ll be reorganizing your priorities now. Some of you could make a final decision about a move or career change. Domestic conditions are illuminated. House repairs, family dramas, and other such issues need more attention now and in the weeks to come. The demands of your personal life call out to you now, particularly as you have been especially busy tending to your outside responsibilities. Today brings good energy for getting over things that you need to leave behind – living in the present, and looking forward to the future, rather than dwelling on the past. Career goals can become clearer, particularly if you talk about them or write them out – verbalize them.
Leo
Leo
A Lunar Eclipse occurs this morning, dear Leo, bringing an important turning point to your life, particularly related to communications, learning, and ideas. It can be an especially busy time when it can be difficult to focus on the things that inspire and drive you. Your words are more powerful now, so use this energy well. For some, the weeks ahead can be a time for a book or web site launch or announcement, a studying opportunity, or other turning point related to transportation and/or communication. This is the last of a series of eclipses that falls along your communications axis, and you are likely to want to bring a project to fruition or make a final decision. A culmination of a writing or learning project can occur now. Publicity and promotion are themes. Think about your priorities and take care of those things that have been leaving you in a distracted state. This eclipse might ask you to put something behind you, but it can also stimulate opportunities for personal advancement, particularly related to your work, ideas, and studies. There can be a clearing of the air or an important discovery or connection made now.
Virgo
Virgo
A Lunar Eclipse occurs this morning, dear Virgo, and can pull up strong emotions surrounding self-worth and/or money matters. A financial matter that has been brewing for some time might reach a head now. If you’ve been nursing resentment about being disrespected or undervalued, this is a time when emotions push up and out with force – you may feel the need to make a stand. There can be an important revelation about money or business this week. Look for clues that give you a new perspective on an old issue, but be on the lookout for false information flying around. Pay special attention to what emerges now, as it can give you real clues as to what you need to do in order to bring more balance to your life. The Sun and Mercury align in your intimacy sector today as well, and there can be a lot of thought given to, or desire/opportunity to speak about, a private, hidden, or taboo matter. You may be clearing the air now, and feeling some form of release as a result. You can reach important conclusions about a relationship or about yourself, as you see a matter more clearly. Writing about your feelings can also be highly useful, leading to important realizations.
Libra
Libra
The Lunar Eclipse this morning occurs in your own sign, dear Libra, and can help point you in the right direction toward correcting imbalances, particularly in the me-you department in relationships. If you’ve been defining yourself largely through your relationships, now is the time to draw up your own terms. This eclipse puts your emotions on your sleeve. While emotions feel raw right now, important epiphanies can occur that serve as a push to make important changes in your life. This eclipse can catapult you into a position in which you are making executive decisions; but it can also remind you of the value of sharing your troubles with others rather than keeping everything to yourself. Honor your needs and personal plans while also taking care of your relationships – your needs and the needs of a partnership are not mutually exclusive. A Lunar Eclipse can have the effect of a super-chargedFull Moon – it heightens your emotions and can bring about an important revelation, likely to do with a partner, but also with the image you have of yourself and that others have of you. This can be a time when a missing puzzle piece of information is discovered, or when especially meaningful conversations and conclusions happen.
Scorpio
Scorpio
The Lunar Eclipse occurring this morning can serve as a wake-up call if you’ve been neglecting self-care, dear Scorpio. Mental and emotional health need attention. If you don’t feel up to par, it may be that you’re overextended, and you’ll be faced with the need to slow down now. You might also need to bring closure to a neglected or unresolved issue in your life. A work or health matter can come to a head now. There is a stronger need for rest and reflection or time alone and circumstances occurring now and in the coming weeks will force you to get that rest if you don’t do so of your own accord. Private and previously hidden matters can come to light now, making it a good time in the coming weeks to heal and deal with them. There can be an epiphany or realization about a health issue or solution or a work or service matter. While it’s not the best time for recognition or worldly success, it’s a strong period for self-development and laying the groundwork for future success. This is a powerful time for making important lifestyle changes.
Sagittarius
Sagittarius
The Lunar Eclipse occurring today can bring a friendship issue to a turning (or boiling) point, dear Sagittarius. Look for ways to explore and share ideas with people in your life. If a friendship or group affiliation changes or ends, you might find that another door opens rather quickly. The energy of the eclipse is best harnessed and channeled into setting solid goals for long-term happiness. Children, love affairs, group associations, and friends are areas of life that may be changing and evolving now. Some of you could experience a romantic revelation of sorts, or a creative project is coming to a head now and in the coming weeks. Be sure to take this opportunity to better understand yourself and the people you love. Sometimes we need a little drama to motivate us to make changes and improvements to our lives, and a Lunar eclipse generally shows us what we have been lacking. You can be especially articulate about your desires and needs today.
Capricorn
Capricorn
The Lunar Eclipse occurring this morning can bring a shake-up to your career or working life, dear Capricorn. Circumstances occurring now remind you that this is a time for restoring balance between your personal and professional lives. For some of you, in the coming weeks you’ll be coming to a final decision about a move or change of career goals or focus. For some, there can be some form of recognition for your work, or change in your career path. Announcements might be made. The need to put the past behind you is strong so that you can make necessary changes in both your personal and professional lives. Some of you could be clearing the air about a past matter and seeing opportunities to put the negative elements of the past behind you, particularly in a relationship. This is a time of gaining clarity concerning family or home-related matters vis a vis professional standing and responsibilities.
Aquarius
Aquarius
The Lunar Eclipse this morning can bring a communication, learning, or transportation matter to a head, dear Aquarius, and possibly to an important turning point. You might be in the position to announce a project launch, come to a turning point in a course or educational path, or experience a sudden desire to advance your education. Transportation or communication problems can be part of the picture for some of you, but these can lead to alternatives that end up serving you very well. You may be challenged to confront some important, perhaps previously buried, issues in your life. This lunation can certainly generate a lot of emotional energy – and, for you particularly, mental energy. However, it can be very challenging to focus it all. Your best bet is to take in today and take action later. Give yourself time to process any news or new information coming your way. Commitments to travel or educational and learning endeavors may come up for inspection. New ideas can come to you now, and they can be exciting enough to change your current path or to shift your perspective. A project can culminate and announcements might be made, generating a lot of attention and a broader audience. Try your best to avoid getting too worked up over a difference of opinion today. There can be an important discovery, epiphany, clearing of the air, or conversation occurring now.
Pisces
Pisces
The Lunar Eclipse that occurs today can act as a cosmic push to make final changes to improve your financial situation. Financial, sharing, and ownership matters are stimulated by this eclipse. Over the coming weeks, there may be some drama with regards to a spouse’s income, or your taxes, debts, and investments. It may be time to settle some of your debts, financial or otherwise. There can be new money coming into your life as well, or a shift in money sources. This might also work on the level of intimate relationships. Taking a good look at where you stand in terms of power and sharing in your closest relationships may be in order. You may be seeing an issue surrounding values, respect, money, talents, or possessions today with more objectivity and clarity. There may be an epiphany, sudden idea or something dawning on you, a lightbulb over the head moment, or important news. You can find useful information in the details right now.
Eclipses are pretty major events, especially in Astrology. But not everyone understands the difference between a Solar Eclipse and a Lunar Eclipse — not to mention how they affect your life!So let’s start with the basic science: A Solar Eclipse occurs when the Moon passes between the Sun and the Earth, and a Lunar Eclipse occurs when the Earth passes between the Moon and the Sun.
Solar Eclipses
With a Solar Eclipse, which can only happen at the New Moon, the Moon moves between Earth and the Sun, either fully or partially blocking the Sun from our view on Earth, for a matter of minutes. In Astrology, the darkness associated with a Solar Eclipse also casts a shadow on our lives. Solar Eclipses — because they happen at the New Moon — are about taking care of unfinished personal business, getting honest with yourself, and planting seeds for the future.
Lunar Eclipses
With a Lunar Eclipse, which can only occur at a Full Moon, the shadow of the Earth is cast on the Moon. This happens when the Sun and the Moon are opposite each other, with the Earth passing between, blocking the light of the Sun from reaching the Moon. During a Lunar Eclipse, which can last a few hours, the Moon will appear slightly orange or red. Just like its softer visual appearance, the Lunar Eclipse has a softer astrological effect on us, too. A Lunar Eclipse is a bit less intense. It’s about letting go of the past — old fears, habits, situations, and feelings — so you can feel light enough to move forward.
Both Solar and Lunar Eclipses are potent events that can spur major personal growth. Every year, there will be at least four eclipses — two Solar and two Lunar — but, while very rare, there can be as many as seven eclipses in a single year!
The diplomatic Libra Full Moon on March 23, 2016, is a Lunar Eclipse that does battle with the self-centered Aries Sun, confusing our choices. We want to give peace a chance, but tension permeates the atmosphere instead. We may still be wrestling with the discovery process that began with the Solar Eclipse on March 8; still unpeeling the layers of the ego to get to the truth at the center.
It’s time to leave something behind, and this Libra Lunar Eclipse gives us the objectivity to make wise decisions. However, knowing what to eliminate is complicated because we can clearly see both sides of an issue. Jupiter says more and Saturn says less, and we’re caught between conflicting voices of optimism and pessimism as these giants square off during this eclipse. Thankfully, the eclipse is also aligned with interactive Mercury, raising the importance of communication in any solution. But there is no way to escape by talking our way around the eye of the storm. The way out is the way through.
Learn more about the impact of this Full Moon now with your sign’s Full Moon Horoscope below…
Aries Horoscope (March 21 – April 19)
Describing what you see is challenging while communicator Mercury is swallowed by the Libra Lunar Eclipse in your 7th House of Others. Your confidence is high, but others may not be able to meet you halfway on your plan if you come off too arrogantly. Although you might prefer everyone to follow your agenda, it’s not wise to push to get your way. Don’t fret if your message isn’t getting across. Instead, take a deep breath, gather your thoughts, and then try again once the energy settles down. Time is what prevents everything from happening at once.
Taurus Horoscope (April 20 – May 20)
Making progress on your long–term goals is a walk in the park when all the details fall into place. Nevertheless, something still seems a bit off as the Libra Full Moon Eclipse rattles your 6th House of Minutiae. Although you understand that it may be prudent to keep your discomfort quiet, you also worry that the opportunity for improvement could fade if you don’t speak up right away. Nevertheless, it’s smarter to smile and save your words for another day when your audience will be more receptive to your feedback.
Gemini Horoscope (May 21 – June 20)
You’re on your best behavior because you know that your unrestrained shenanigans could interfere with opportunities for pleasure. Nevertheless, the Libra Full Moon Eclipse polarizes your 5th House of Play, encouraging you to get into mischief anyhow. You might believe your friends will cut you some slack, but tiptoeing around the real issues will only annoy them when they see through your charming antics. Instead of simply seeking a good time, balance your lighthearted spirit with a serious approach to your relationships.
Cancer Horoscope (June 21 – July 22)
You might choose to distract your attention from a vulnerable spot by starting a new project around the house. In fact, you could be so effective with this evasive tactic that you alleviate the tension for a while. The strategic Libra Lunar Eclipse occurring in your 4th House of Home and Family triggers familiar issues regarding childhood insecurities. But you can’t escape completely; the sooner you face your emotions, the sooner everyone will begin to feel better. True healing takes courage and compassion.
Leo Horoscope (July 23 – Aug. 22)
You’re motivated by your personal need to know everyone’s business while the Libra Lunar Eclipse shakes up your 3rd House of Information. Simultaneously, you may become so preoccupied with an impractical idea that it can turn into an obsession. However, your desire for a bit of adventure leaves you little time to get involved with another person’s drama. Distractions are not your friend; concentrate on the most immediate situations and then apply what you learn toward reaching your goals. There are no shortcuts to success.
Virgo Horoscope (Aug. 23 – Sept. 22)
Balancing your personal desires with your available funds could lead you to the conclusion that you’re not in any position to buy something you don’t really need. Money issues are emphasized while the Libra Full Moon Eclipse activates your 2nd House of Finances. You might realize that your old values are out of sync with your current aspirations. There’s no hurry, so step slowly into your future. If you move at your own pace, you can reestablish fiscal integrity sooner than you think.
Libra Horoscope (Sept. 23 – Oct. 22)
Maintaining a peaceful relationship life is highly unlikely while the pleasure-seeking Libra Full Moon encounters several combative planets in the sign of Aries. The emotional drama might be more meaningful if there was someone special with whom you could share your experience. However, you may not have the patience to cultivate open lines of communication. Don’t lose hope when it comes to love; you could be in for a sweet surprise when you least expect it.
Scorpio Horoscope (Oct. 23 – Nov. 21)
You might be quite certain about the intimacy you’re currently seeking, but an enticing opportunity could disappear upon closer analysis. The imbalanced Libra Full Moon Eclipse is like an emotional time bomb in your 12th House of Secrets, preventing you from reaching satisfaction. Don’t attempt to resolve any decisions too quickly. If you take the time to talk about what you want, the right person may be eager to follow your lead. Author Brene Brown wrote, “Courage starts with showing up and letting ourselves be seen.”
Sagittarius Horoscope (Nov. 22 – Dec. 21)
You could place such inflated expectations on your friends that you just assume they’ll come through for you, although they might not actually meet your idealistic standards. Meanwhile, you’re distracted with interpersonal politics while the Libra Full Moon Eclipse in your 11th House of Groups opposes the Sun and Mercury in your 5th House of Creativity. Concentrate your intentions on expressing yourself instead of worrying about others. Satisfaction is more readily achieved when you actively pursue your own self-interests.
Capricorn Horoscope (Dec. 22 – Jan. 19)
You know exactly what you must do to come through for the people who depend on you. The Libra Full Moon Eclipse accentuates your 10th House of Public Status, enabling you to focus your mind like a laser light on whatever must be coerced into place to reach your professional objectives. Nevertheless, tread lightly; if you are overconfident of your position, your current self-promotional scheme could backfire and leave you with a mess on your hands. Your best contribution is your honest commitment to be as present as possible when interacting with others.
Aquarius Horoscope (Jan. 20 – Feb. 18)
You enjoy visualizing how you will live in years ahead, but your daydreaming could be rather distracting to everyone else. However, the energy-balancing Libra Lunar Eclipse falls in your 9th House of Adventure, encouraging you to keep a foot in the future while stabilizing the other one in the here and now. Widening your perspective enables you to maintain your unflagging vision for a better tomorrow while avoiding unrealistic idealism in the process.
Pisces Horoscope (Feb. 19 – March 20)
Your most pressing dilemma is how to strike a workable balance between simplicity and complexity. You desire all the creature comforts of being in a relationship, but you might not be eager to pay the emotional price while the Libra Lunar Eclipse shakes up your 8th House of Intimacy. Consider the consequences of unrestrained ambitions to avoid complications later on. Let your love light shine brightly by setting aside personal desires in the name of harmony.
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Today we have a Full Moon Lunar Eclipse in Libra. Libra is about balance and harmony, so if you have any major emotional events, interactions or epiphanies today, know that it is about bringing yourself, your energy, your inner or outer world into a greater place of balance in some way.
Now, Mercury in Aries and the Sun in Aries are opposite the Full Moon today, and Aries is all about the Self, where Libra is all about the Other. Aries likes to make sure me, myself and I are taken care of, while Libra’s focus is on you, we, us and relationship.
We all have a tendency to lean more toward either an Aries or Libran approach to life, and so it is important for things to come along now and again to give us a nudge in the other direction. If you are overly focused on others, a bit of Aries Self/Me influence can be just what the doctor ordered. If your life is too self-involved, expanding your focus to those around you is the medicine you might need.
With Mercury being in Aries opposite the Full Moon Eclipse, communication could be the catalyst. You may find yourself standing up for yourself or your needs, putting your foot down, or realising how often you put the needs of others ahead of your own. You might find a relationship unexpectedly eclipse out of your life around now. If so, it is because one or both of you needed a new direction in order to experience the balance the Soul is seeking.
Some people might get a realisation today that they need to look after themselves with greater independence, more assertiveness or stronger boundaries, while others may realise that they have been neglecting others in the pursuit of self-interests.
How are you feeling today? Any Eclipse happenings in your life?
The lunar eclipse occurs in the 4th degree of Libra at 11:48 a.m. UT and augurs a time of high emotion and short tempers if we fail to remember that the urgency we currently feel is not to be trusted! With Saturn stationing retrograde in a few days’ time, we may already be feeling the burden of trying to remain positive when much around us seems to be spiralling into negativity. Previously buoyant attitudes may be waning, fears bubbling up and anxieties taking centre stage. If so, it’s time to cut ourselves and each other some slack; to accept that waves of energy come and go. Activity is followed by exhaustion, progress by inertia, excitement by quiet repose. If we try to push too hard against prevailing conditions now, desperate to maintain ‘progress’ no matter what, we may end up burning out and creating more stress rather than less. We cannot, at this point, extricate ourselves into ‘better times’ simply by sheer force of will. It is time to rest, stop and reflect. To allow to arise thoughts and feelings we may have been avoiding, for in doing so our inner world can begin a return to balance, rather than forcing it to run on empty because we’ve failed to refuel when necessary.
As eclipses go, and despite being far from total, this is a fairly intense one. But we can ease the load for ourselves and each other by choosing acceptance over judgement, love over fear, communication over withdrawal and hope over despair. We may be tempted to retreat into highly subjective positions now, assuming truth without putting assumptions to the test, forgetting that life from another person’s perspective can make equal sense even when their perspective is diametrically opposed to our own! Battles over who’s right and who’s wrong, who has the upper hand or moral high-ground, who did what to whom – none of these will help right now! It’s far more important to focus on what we share not what divides: the common ground that being human provides. The polarisation of individuals, systems of thought and belief, lifestyles and priorities, is becoming especially stark these days. This eclipse alerts us to the eventual destination if we continue further down that road – a place of conflict and hatred, power struggles and oppression. It urges us to let go the need to be right and embrace the possibilities inherent in deep listening and deep seeing: looking into our ‘enemy’ and recognising even the tiniest smidgen of shared humanity upon which can be built foundations for a new world.
The world as it stands is challenged by many opposing forces now. We feel them both personally and collectively, pushing against our own will, raising difficult questions, triggering issues we would rather avoid. How we manage our own inner conflicts largely dictates how we manage external ones. If we struggle with our own anger or hatred, telling ourselves we shouldn’t feel this way, we will struggle to respond effectively to the anger of others. If we fear our own power – preferring to see ourselves as victim rather than creator – we may too readily succumb to the power wielded by others, adopting their thoughts and priorities, behaviours and lifestyles without discerning the right path for us. If we refuse to acknowledge our own inner tyrant who demands its own way no matter what, we may project it onto the world around us, pointing the finger at those bullies out there without recognising their reflection within ourselves.
There is much to be seen and understood at this time. The floodgates holding back the unconscious are opened by this eclipse and we may feel overwhelmed by what comes pouring through. But remember, whatever it is, it is only ourselves. You and me in our fullness: good and bad, positive and negative, loving and hateful, accepting and impatient. We identify with those parts of ourselves we can live with and avoid the bits we can’t, when in fact we can live with all of it when wise discernment, gentle acceptance, compassion and understanding inform our attitude and shape our inner and outer relationships.
We are all in the same boat, we human beings, battered by the winds and torrential rain of emotion, warmed by the sunshine and life-giving showers of spirit. Uniquely separate at one level and united at another, this eclipse encourages us to reflect upon what divides us, what unites us and how we can move forward together in a life-affirming and positive way. It is time to encourage each other and ourselves. To hold up to others a mirror in which they can see their potential, not their failings: a child of god not an orphan of circumstance. If we each use this eclipse to do three things – allow ourselves to rest, forgive ourselves at least one ‘failing’ and encourage one other person to love who they are – we will have done it, and ourselves, very proud.
The Moon today is in a Full Moon phase. During a Full Moon the moon is 100% illuminated as seen from Earth and is on the opposite side of the Earth from the Sun. The Moon will be visible throughout the night sky rising at sunset in the east and setting with the sunrise the next morning. The point at which a Full Moon occurs can be measured down to a fraction of a second. The time it takes between full moons is known as a Synodic month and is 29.530587981 days long.
Phase Details for – Wednesday, March 23, 2016
Phase: Full Moon
Illumination: 100%
Moon Age: 14.77 days
Moon Angle: 0.49
Moon Distance: 404,032.06 km
Sun Angle: 0.53
Sun Distance: 149,153,811.89 km
The Norse festival of Summer Finding celebrates the light of the sun becoming stronger and more powerful than the darkness.
The old Pagan festival of Marzenna is still celebrated in the Polish countryside with dancing, singing, and the burning of straw effigies to welcome back the Spring.
In ancient Rome, the priests would invoke the Gods Mars and Saturn by dancing with swords and clashing holy shields. It was believed this display of power and strength would drive the evil spirits of Winter back, thus allowing the new growth of Spring to blossom forth.
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