Mockingbirds are master imitators, and can mimic the calls of many other birds. They’re also fearless protectors of their nest, and will attack any bird (no matter how large) to protect their young. Mockingbird’s lesson for you today is twofold: to listen to how you might be mimicking others—instead of listening to your own true voice; and to examine the value of what you defend. Hmmm?
Frog Rivet! Something in your life needs cleansing, and frog is here to help. Frog is traditionally associated with rain—that powerful force of Nature that can flood, nurture, heal, or drown. If Frog appears in your reading, you’re being asked to examine what is stagnating in your life—then ask Frog to help you let it go. Need to cry? Jump in the shower and let Frog Medicine do its work.
The powerful Owl easily makes its way through the darkest night on muted wings. Often it is only their haunting call echoing across the land that lets us know The Owl is near. Because of its amazing night vision, many cultures have attributed wisdom and the ability to uncover even the deepest secrets to the enigmatic, noble Owl. The Owl’s nocturnal prowess has lead many to see them as a messenger between the material and spirit worlds. Cultures as distinct as the African Zulus and ancient Celtics have ascribed magical powers to The Owl made them a revered companion to shaman and wizards.
The mythical, endearing Phoenix has long been a symbol of rebirth, renewal, and coming full circle. Tired in both body and spirit the aged Phoenix combust into flames and from its ashes is reborn. The Phoenix does not indicate change so much as it does renewal and revitalization. It denotes the completion of a cycle and beginning anew.
As a daily card, The Phoenix suggest you are at a place where some aspects of your life have reached the end of a cycle. Your energies may be weakened from use and stretched over too many arenas to be as effective as they once were. As a result, now may be a good time for you to take a step back and allow yourself time to revitalize both your physical and spiritual self.
Daily Witches Rune
The Wave
Meaning: This rune symbolizes your friends and family and their influence upon you. Its meaning is usually derived from the other stones closest to it. This rune is also associated with travel. A journey abroad is indicated especially if the Sun rune is nearby, but a journey for someone close to you if the Moon stone is closest. If it is near to the Rings it foretells a holiday or long distance relationship.
Today’s Witches Rune
Woman
Meaning: The first meaning of this rune is quite obvious: it represents women. Any woman that is important in the question, whether you know her or not, will be represented by this rune. Mother, sister, aunt, grandma, a female boss, friend, lover or even enemy… all can be symbolized by the appearance of this rune.
In a more general sense, this rune is related to traditional female abilities and characteristics, such as giving birth, nurturing, comforting and healing. When this rune appears, you can count on the sympathy of others towards you or your situation. In its most negative aspects, the Woman rune can show over-protectiveness, a patronizing attitude or co-dependency. It often strives to maintain the status quo, refusing to change even if the situation is bad.
The Woman rune is connected to nurturing – nurturing a relationship, a person or a project. Like the Moon rune, it can be related to finding a safe place to rest and heal, but while the Moon implies a solitary retreat, the Woman often shows that you need to go back to the people you trust, the people you feel safe with.
Healing is another strong aspect of this symbol, as well as teaching. You can be both the patient/student or the healer/teacher when this rune appears. This rune is also connected to creativity, but in a way that is different from the Romance rune. While the latter is about the conception of a project – the initial stages of creation – the Woman is about the birth of this project. When your creation is brought out into the world, fully manifested.
In relationship readings, this rune isn’t bad, but rather weak. While it can indicate subtle ties between people, these are usually so, so subtle that the partners can easily drift away from each other. It can show that one of the partners sees the other as someone who needs to be protected and healed, rather than an equal. Usually, the romance is a bit stagnated when this rune appears, or very close to becoming a friendship.
Source:
Your Spiritual Journey Australia
The Moon represents those forces which remain largely hidden to us. The light of the moon provides some illumination down a path into the unknown, but not enough to brighten the landscape like The Sun, or cut through the dark shadows from which the unexpected may leap. However, The Moon is not without gifts we can use. She spurs our imagination and creativity. She can be a portal to knowledge and experience beyond the realm of our everyday lives. But Her offerings are not available to the feint of heart. To receive what The Moon offers one must have the courage to follow uncharted paths and the intelligence to find truths hidden in a bewildering setting rife with illusion. For those who can make this journey the reward may be finding the key to making their dreams come true.
The Emperor is blessed with the skills to successfully lead others. He can turn chaos into order and provide structure to that which is unbound. He is quick of mind and confident in his power and right to rule, and does so in a just manner. Although stern by nature, he truly is the ultimate father figure. He will provide as needed, teach those with unanswered questions, protect the vulnerable, set and maintain boundaries. His perfect world runs on schedule and is free of any disturbances. What the Emperor must be wary of is setting boundaries and rules where none are needed. If he isn’t careful not to over use his powers he may well become a tyrant.
Your Rune For Today
Fehu
Fehu is the Rune of prosperity, good luck and unbridled creative energies. Being associated with Frey, this Rune is also a powerful omen of fertility. Fehu is one of the three Mother Stones and should never be taken lightly.
Alternative Names
Anglo-Friesian/Germanic: Fehu
Norse (Viking): Fe
Old English: Feoh
Other Names/Spellings: Faihu, Fé, Feh, Feo
English Letter Equivalent
F as in fat
Translation
Money, Cattle, Wealth
Meaning
Reward, Wealth, Nourishment
Characteristics
Realized ambition. Good health. Wealth. Love fulfilled. Good fortune. But remember – be charitable and show compassion.
Fehu means cattle, a measure of wealth to the ancients. Today Fehu means movable wealth, such as money and possessions. It also implies the energy and hard work that leads to wealth. Fehu can mean emotional and spiritual riches, as well as money.
Pronunciation: Fay-who
Personal Interpretation
Fehu is Frey’s rune, and he is the god of fertility, itself a form of wealth. It is a rune of unselfish abundance. Let it shine forth to lighten your path and the paths of others. You will never run out of your spiritual richness, but don’t waste it on those who will abuse it. Discernment is important.
Reverse
Failed ambition. Health problems. Poverty. Love unrequited. Bad luck.
Converse
Hidden reward. Undiscovered wealth. Nourishment withheld
Runic Number: 1
Color: Light Red
Element: Fire and Earth
Polarity: Female
Associated gods: Frey, Freyja
Astrological Correspondence: Aries
Source:
Oswald the Runemaker
Your Rune for Today
April 20, 2016
Mannaz
Additional information about today’s rune, Mannaz….
Phonetic equivalent: m
The Hermit denotes a need to have some space between you and the everyday hustle and bustle of our busy world. The Hermit needs to retreat. Indeed, happiness for The Hermit requires seclusion, freedom from material wants, and time for intense introspection. The answers The Hermit needs cannot be found in our physical world. The truths he seeks are internal, spiritual, and the distraction of a well developed social life can only impede his quest for his personal truths. Still, although not anything remotely resembling extroversion, The Hermit does sometimes need to share time with others; so he can both learn and teach, guide and be guided. The Hermit’s time spent amongst people depletes his energy rapidly. To avoid mental and physical overload he has to retreat from social settings quickly.
Like The Sun, The World brings good blessings. The World appears where all is in balance. It allows you to act effectively not only as an individual but as a member of a group too. The World promises contentment, fulfillment and completeness to those under its influence. It doesn’t guarantee there will not be moments of strife or discord in your life, but it does indicate that your trials and tribulations will be overcome; that ultimately you will know inner-peace and contentment. The World suggests you have found or will find your place in our Universe—that place where all is as it should be.
Rather than spontaneously reacting to circumstances beyond our control, the rational Libra Moon inspires us to calmly reflect on our changing situations without initiating action of any kind. However, a sumptuous Venus-Jupiter connection entices us with the possibilities of pleasure while an active Mercury enables us to talk about our dilemmas. Nevertheless, the plot thickens at 8:17 pm EDT when the Moon sinks into Scorpio’s emotional depths.
You’re motivated to resolve an unsettled relationship issue today, but the discussion might not go as smoothly as you wish. Nevertheless, burying your emotions isn’t a viable strategy in the long run. Your good intentions aren’t enough; you must also be willing to compromise to get what you want. Acknowledge the validity of the other person’s feelings, and then negotiate to find common ground where you both can stand in comfort.
The tried-and-true method that enables you to finish your work on another day isn’t sufficient now because of your unrelenting desire to surround yourself with beauty. It’s not enough to just answer a lingering question or handle a nagging problem; the peace-seeking Libra Moon also wants the solution to be elegant. However, letting go of your unrealistic expectations might be necessary to finalize a plan that will be practical enough to work. Luckily, making a small sacrifice pays off sooner than you think in ways you can’t imagine.
Grab an opportunity to do something special with children today if you are given the chance; or if that’s not feasible, try unleashing your own inner child on the world. Either way, you can enjoy some playtime now that the Moon is prancing through your 5th House of Fun and Games. A spontaneous activity could turn your day into one that is delightful for everyone, even if it means throwing out previous plans. Joy trumps negativity, so spread it around wherever you go.
You may be feeling ambivalent about socializing with friends or relatives today. You look forward to kicking back and catching up with everyone, but you also worry that someone might pressure you into taking sides in an ongoing conflict. Spending a bit of time alone could be your best option since there’s no need to justify your choices to anyone else. After you regroup, you can return in a much improved state of mind willing to help out where you can.
You want to maintain some control over your schedule, but your long-term planning may fall apart when an unexpected obstacle appears in your path now. Instead of struggling to stick to your preset schedule today, respond with common sense and quick thinking rather than rigidity and panic. Take care of the most pressing issues first while allowing the less important ones to temporarily fall to the wayside. Setting priorities is useful as long as you are adaptable when change is required.
You find making financial decisions is painful today because there are no easy answers. Rationalizing your extravagance is a waste of energy now if you’re longing for something outside of your budget. It really doesn’t matter if your potential acquisition is a good deal; save your money and spend it another time when you’re more certain about what you need. A cool and calm approach can help to stave off unnecessary stress when it comes time to pay the bills. When in doubt, err on the side of caution.
Don’t give in to someone else’s pressure to choose one answer over another unless your position is absolutely clear to you. Your ambivalence might annoy others, but it may also be your greatest strength today. It’s even harder to take sides because you can see an issue from both perspectives now that the reflective Moon is back in your sign. Keeping an open mind enables you to play the role of a shuttle diplomat, going back and forth until the best solution becomes apparent to both camps.
Although you desperately want to understand the symbols of your subconscious mind, you could work yourself into a state of frustration if you assume that every image contains a hidden meaning. The Moon’s current visit to your 12th House of Spirituality amplifies the significance of your dreams, but you may have trouble deciphering them into concrete interpretations. Ironically, excessive analysis detracts from experiencing the magic of myth, so trust in the mystery and let go.
You may feel disillusioned today if you share something of interest with your friends, only to receive their cold shoulders. But they might not be as negative as you assume because you could have set unattainable expectations before giving anyone a chance to respond. You’ll earn more support if you involve others in the process than if you overstate your case with a dramatic show and tell. Start off slowly and build a solid foundation before adding more levels of complexity. Keep it simple for the best results.
Your strong convictions about a current situation are better expressed today than kept quiet. There’s no room for playing games; just let others know your opinion at the earliest opportunity. Managing hidden agendas isn’t worth the effort when it’s healthier to put everything out on the table. Nevertheless, overcoming someone’s objections serves to strengthen your plan and define your character. Resistance may fade when everyone knows exactly where you stand.
It may seem as if your friend or partner is maneuvering to earn credit for something that might not be deserved. Your annoyance could become an issue because you don’t think that people are paying enough attention to your accomplishments today. Even if you believe you’re completely objective, subtle biases sill arise from a temporary lack of support. Don’t blame others for your hurt feelings now; work on improving your own game, instead. Success is the best revenge.
You have a rather low tolerance for anyone who promises the sky and then spends too much time on public relations, rather than just rolling up their sleeves and doing the work. You don’t want to make judgments, but it becomes more challenging when someone doesn’t hold up their end of the deal now. Unfortunately, openly criticizing others probably won’t help the current situation. Take the high road today; bite your tongue and wait to see what tomorrow brings.
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The pace of life begins to slow down for a while now that energetic Mars and potent Pluto are both retrograde. Progress can’t be rushed; we benefit from practicing patience and waiting to see where the road leads once Mars turns direct on June 29. Meanwhile, a tough Sun-Saturn aspect pushes for resolution now. Thankfully, the fair-minded Libra Moon helps us take an objective approach when reconsidering our commitments and balancing our finances.
Obstacles seem to be popping up in your path and your plans might not turn out as expected today. A series of minor delays could prompt you to doubt your ability to reach your goals as assertive Mars backtracks through your 9th House of Future Vision. But don’t look to anyone else for your answers, even if you’re feeling insecure. Although your friends mean well, you will likely end up resenting them for telling you what to do. Your best bet is to forgive your own shortcomings and gracefully adapt to the rhythm of the cosmos.
Your confidence is growing by leaps and bounds and you will continue to gain strength in your own convictions day by day. But instead of rushing off to the next great thing, give yourself time over the weeks ahead to absorb your recent accomplishments. Developing a deeper sense of self-awareness isn’t particularly fun because you Bulls would rather plow the fields than analyze your feelings about the past. However, there are more valuable lessons to be learned by sinking deeper into your current world now than by building a new one.
You may need to contend with an angry partner or coworker now that combative Mars is backpedaling in your 7th House of Relationships. But someone else’s negative emotions become more problematic when you don’t express your own feelings for the sake of convenience. If you are upfront about your needs, others might not have to lose their tempers trying to get you to talk. Be the bigger person and reveal your heart before anyone asks.
You may grow restless with your life these days because it seems like everything is about your job now. Naturally, there’s more going on in your world but simply keeping up with all your obligations can drain your energy. Fortunately, the gentle Libra Moon encourages you to balance work with play. But don’t try to make any big changes yet; maintaining your daily routine is enough. Nevertheless, keep an eye to the future and be ready to pare back your commitments when the opportunity knocks.
Although you’re known for your creative outlook on life, something is holding you back now. You possess the energy to follow through with your plans, but may be fearful that your ideas aren’t good enough. This emphasis on self-analysis can wreak havoc on your outer world, causing you to read signals incorrectly or to judge a current situation based upon an old hurt. Instead of focusing on what could go wrong, use your willpower to imagine your ideal outcome and hold it active in your mind. The power of positive thinking is your friend.
Domestic responsibilities weigh heavily on your shoulders these days, possibly preventing you from embarking on a new course. Fortunately, you’re not in a hurry; you want this change of direction in your life to be built on a solid foundation. However, waves of frustration can be overwhelming when you realize how much there is yet to be done. Just remember, the big shift is not going to happen overnight, so you may as well take care of your personal business. Sometimes, honoring your priorities means doing what you must before you do what you want.
It may be discouraging when people get in the way of your progress because they don’t really understand your intentions. However, exerting too much control over your own schedule can prove self-defeating now that action-hero Mars is back-stepping in your 3rd House of Immediate Environment. Don’t waste energy trying to mobilize your coworkers. Slow down and let them come around on their own accord. As Tolstoy wrote, “The two most powerful warriors are patience and time.”
It’s to your advantage to reconsider a budget that you thought would carry you comfortably through the rest of the year. Your traditional planetary ruler Mars is retrograde in your 2nd House of Money for the next couple of months, bringing up financial concerns. However, some of your worries might be based upon an irrational fear of not having enough, rather than on the actual bottom line. Never let the things you want make you forget the things you have. Prosperity is a state of mind.
It’s important to exercise a little caution before saying yes to more than you can handle now. Your life is complicated by the fact that action-hero Mars is hanging out in your sign due to its retrograde motion, which can fuel your enthusiasm and drive you to take too much. But karmic Saturn is also in the picture, requiring you to pay the price for any bad decisions. Remember, it’s a marathon, not a sprint; don’t burn yourself out before you reach your destination.
Although you are naturally driven to achieve success, there’s an internal intrigue pulling you into the metaphysical realms now rather than the physical. Retrograde Mars is lurking in your 12th House of Spiritual Mystery, luring your attention toward otherworldly matters. Ambitious goals feel hollow now because you yearn for the deeper meaning that comes from within. Happiness doesn’t reside in possessions; it resides in the soul.
You are motivated to establish plans for your future, but you can get so hung up in the brilliance of your ideas now that you can’t get your scheme off the ground. Additionally, with retrograde Mars setting up shop in your 11th House of Social Networks, you might wait for an invitation that never arrives. If there’s a dream you wish to pursue, make it happen. Don’t depend on others to pave your road to success. Do something today that your future self will thank you for down the road.
The notion of getting ahead in the real world captivates your attention today. Red-hot Mars is camped out in your 10th House of Career, making this a great time to drive steadily toward your professional goals. But its retrograde motion can bring about detours and delays, so avoid getting lost in self-criticism if you don’t immediately get what you want. Instead of wearing yourself out for no reason, remember you are better served now by working smarter, not harder.
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One of your strongest qualities is your resourcefulness. You are excellent at assessing what works and what doesn’t, and you easily come up with a solid approach. You can be impatient at times in your drive to succeed. Your tastes are refined and pronounced. In love, you can have a dual personality – warm and sensitive one day, and distant the next.
Famous people born today: Jessica Lange, Tito Puente, Carmen Electra, Ryan O’Neal, Luther Vandross.
Your birthday this year occurs shortly after a New Moon, suggesting a time of new beginnings and fresh energy. You are instinctively starting a new phase in your life. It’s time to give your life a makeover and to branch out into the untried.
This can be a year in which you are building faith and confidence in your personality, skills, and talents. You can experience a stronger desire to seek out meaning, wisdom, and mental stimulation in your life during this period. Others might frequently turn to you for guidance.
You can be quite prolific in your work, mental interests, and projects. This should also be a quite sociable year, although it’s not always about quantity and more often about quality of your connections.
At times you can be quite emotionally excitable, and might often act out, perhaps too quickly and spontaneously at times. You might often get frustrated if results of your actions are not instant, but it’s best to cultivate some patience when it comes to realizing your goals. As well, if you are not getting the results you crave, consider that you might be aiming too high or too wide. There may be a problem with overshooting this year with Mercury-Mars-Jupiter strong in your Solar Return chart.
Uncertainty in Venus-ruled areas of life (romance, social life, and finances) can be a theme. This can play out in a variety of ways, such as having a variable income, or a relationship that is not yet settled or becoming difficult to define. You should do your best to watch out for tendencies towards self-deception. Things might look too good to be true, simply because you want to see the best. Relationship ups and downs are possible, as this could be a year when romantic mirages are more likely. The “highs” of a relationship may be thrilling, but the accompanying “lows” can be draining.
Even so, some connections you make this year can be strengthening, growth-oriented ones. A Venus-Node aspect in your Solar Return chart helps to boost your ability to smooth over differences with others, and can also mean that you meet people just when you need them. However, do try to take off the rose-colored glasses when it comes to new financial initiatives and romance. If you don’t, you could be in for some disappointment when things fail to measure up to your dreams and ideals.
Your ambition is stimulated with a pleasing Mars-Pluto aspect in your Solar Return chart. You are determined to meet or exceed your goals this year. You benefit from being more decisive than usual, and your ability to concentrate and focus helps you to achieve what you set out to do. A new project or goal begun this year has a good chance of being successful and long-lasting. It’s an excellent year in which to make a lifestyle change, as your ability to concentrate on what really matters to you is enhanced.
This year is strong for new beginnings and interests. New ways or channels of communicating can open doors for you, but you might want to watch for controversy or rash moves. Also watch for money and energy drains. This is a good year in which to advance your goals and to quit bad habits. Priorities become clear.
2015 is a Number Five year for you. Ruled by Mercury. This is a year of exploration and freedom. It’s a time when exploration and reaching out to others brings opportunities. It’s a good time to advertise and sell. Surprises are in store, and the routine is broken. This is a year when exciting relationships can be formed, or, if you are already in a partnership, new life is breathed into the relationship. Advice – explore, look for adventure, keep your eyes open for opportunities, mingle.
2016 will be a Number Six year for you. Ruled by Venus. This is a year of relative contentment. It is a time when love is the easiest to attract, and partnerships formed under this vibration have a better chance for longevity. You are able to attract others, and material things as well, this year. This is a good year for establishing harmony in the family and in the home. Advice – develop existing relationships, be positive and receptive because these kinds of energies help you to attract what you desire.
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Aries
Energy may be on the low side today, dear Aries, although others can help re-energize you and bring you closer to your needs and wants. It’s not the time for making sweeping decisions or for pursuing your personal goals aggressively. Take a break just for now if you can. Somebody might challenge your belief system early today, whether this is a direct confrontation or through a behavior that distresses you about the human condition in general. It’s a little too easy to become discouraged now when others fail to live up to your ideals. Nevertheless, as the day moves forward, so does your attitude. You may also learn from your differences and better value the people in your life who come through for you.
Taurus
You may be putting a lot more effort into a practical or professional matter today, dear Taurus, and the focus is on making small yet significant long-term changes, which can be especially satisfying right now. You may be dealing with fears of surrendering control when it comes to emotions or money in recent months, and if so, challenges can emerge today, particularly over over jointly held finances and resources or emotional matters. It will be helpful to learn to understand the ways you withhold yourself so that you can eventually learn to lead a more mindfully committed life. Work matters speed up, and although the pace is quick, you are feeling on the ball and ready to rise to any challenge. Worrying about flaws in a system is only going to hold you back from being productive. Try not to let personal problems distract you and approach problems one at a time, and step by step.
Gemini
With the Moon in your solar fifth house all day, dear Gemini, you’re drawn to playful, happy energy, and you might experience a rush of new creative juices flowing. Don’t speed ahead just yet, however. Gather your thoughts and formulate your plans. There may be some humps to get over or setbacks to deal with, but these can actually make you try harder and thus help you out in the long run. Worries about a relationship or demands from others can be distracting early today. While you should certainly address concerns, avoid allowing these things take away too much energy and focus. As the day progresses, you’re more likely to feel empowered and on top of your life. Do your best to avoid procrastination – get the nagging things handled so that you feel freer to enjoy yourself.
Cancer
The Moon in your sector of home and family all day inclines you to travel along the path of least resistance today, dear Cancer, and you may very well need to take a break from pressures. This is not the time for taking emotional risks – it’s better for gathering your energy and focus. Taking time to feed your inner spirit in some manner is appropriate now. Enjoy simpler, quieter activities that comfort you. It may be difficult to get to this centered state at times today, largely due to people and areas of your life competing for your attention. Responsibilities to your work and possibly minor health matters can feel a little daunting when you’re a little more sensitive than usual on an emotional level. They are not holding you back from growing, although it might seem that way for now. The day feels considerably less restrictive as it progresses, and you might find nice opportunities to get extra rest and private time.
Leo
Diplomacy is a little more important than usual today, dear Leo. Your curiosity about people around you is high and communication can be a major theme of the day. Conversations, intriguing interactions, short trips, errands, and learning figure strongly now. Let your mind go and avoid pushing your body too hard right now. This morning, tensions can arise when someone is wanting more from you than you can reasonably provide. Love and affection cannot be forced, and those who truly care for you won’t try to get you to act according to a script they write. Irritating or uncomfortable information about a friend or lover could emerge now. Take the time to digest it rather than reacting too quickly. As the day progresses, you’re more likely to let go of tension and stress, as you focus on broader, more positive goals and dreams.
Virgo
Emotions might fluctuate when it comes to money and possessions today, dear Virgo, with the Moon in your values sector stressed out by Venus in your sector of intimacy and sharing and Pluto in your creative risk sector. You may be ambivalent about sharing yourself just for now. You must first learn to define what is yours before you feel confident about giving to and sharing with others. Comfortable activities delight most right now, and can bring you back to yourself. Unresolved matters from the past can surface early today in your close relationships. Powerful emotions can come bubbling up to the surface, and these can revolve around such intense matters as commitment, loyalty, and honesty. As you deal with these issues in others, you can come to a deeper understanding of your own motives. Pressure eases as the day advances, largely because you’re less inclined to take yourself too seriously.
Libra
Whether or not it’s your intention, you’re bound to draw some attention to yourself today, dear Libra, with the Moon in your sign all day. Take some time to imagine how you’d like to start fresh on an emotional level, as it’s a time to bring a whole new attitude on. Avoid letting challenges or opposition drag you down. Recognize your responsibilities and the roles you play to others, but today there is a need for some personal pampering. You are working on eliminating attachments to something in your life that has been holding you back from growing, and this can be a relationship, an attitude, or a behavior, and while you are more likely to be challenged early today than supported, keeping the bigger picture in mind can help you to rise above minor blockages and obstacles.
Scorpio
While on the surface of things it may not seem as if you are accomplishing much at the moment, dear Scorpio, with the Moon in your privacy sector today, but in fact you are instinctively preparing, on an internal level, for a more outgoing and dynamic cycle. If you experience delays today, try to treat them as welcome opportunities to review and reevaluate matters in your life. Some level of withdrawal is normal and quite necessary for recharging yourself emotionally. Interactions with a person in your life can be intense and even life-changing in some way, as your perspective on life is altered through your interactions. The desire to immerse yourself into a project or a person just now can be challenged by practical responsibilities that need more immediate attention, but this brief blockage may even strengthen your resolve to work things through.
Sagittarius
You are inclined to consider all your resources today, dear Sagittarius, and might concern yourself a little more than usual about how others are receiving you. Pay close attention to how you feel with a friend or in a group setting now in order to assess whether the people you’re with are encouraging or draining you. Of course, there is always some level of responsibility involved, and this is important, but if you’re spending too much energy on making things right rather than enjoying your connections, then you may want to take a second look and make some improvements. Later today, look for ways of releasing yourself from the pressures of your life, at least temporarily, in order to focus on more humanitarian or personal goals that involve your pursuit of more happiness.
Capricorn
With the Moon at the top of your chart today, dear Capricorn, it’s the time of the lunar month for being on your best behavior. Others notice you for your performance more than your personality at this time, as they tend to focus on what you have or haven’t done. This can give you just the right boost to do your best, take care of priorities, and attend to your responsibilities. Even so, the Moon is challenged by Venus and Pluto, and this can point to some tension and difficulty keeping your cool at times today. As well, your ruler, Saturn, is in minor challenging aspect to the Sun, and you could feel some reservation about sharing yourself creatively. Use this time to become clearer about what is expected of you, and what you can expect from yourself. Emotions settle down as the day advances, although you’re still likely to have a lot to do.
Aquarius
Generally with the Moon in your solar ninth house all day as it is today, dear Aquarius, you find it easier to enjoy yourself, reach beyond your usual bounds, and focus on new adventures and experiences. While this is true of today, you may struggle a little to get to this freedom-inspired state of mind. Frustration over resources can be one minor obstacle. You might not feel like you have enough money, time, or talent to get something going. There can be challenges tending to both social and work matters, which can both demand a lot from you now. Details count most this morning, so do your best to get them right so that you can move forward more freely. Decidedly more positive energy is with you as the day advances. Your sights are set high, and with responsibilities handled, you are more inclined to enjoy yourself.
Pisces
You’re more tuned in to, or focused on, intimate matters today, dear Pisces, with the Moon in your solar eighth house all day. You can gain new insight into yourself and others, or even a business, by doing some investigating, reading between the lines, and research. Read too much or dig too deeply, however, and you will only get yourself into sticky and ambiguous territory today as the Moon is challenged by Venus and Pluto. Taking a step back to observe interactions today is instinctive and helpful, but do your best to avoid detaching yourself from the intimacy of the conversation in the process. Problems with money or sharing can be in focus, but obstacles faced now can point the way to very important refinements. You are a little more sensitive to criticism early today, yet given time to recollect yourself, you might find that it actually serves to motivate you to move along a more authentic path.
ARIES STRONG
Initiating, pioneering energy. Independent, bold, courageous, assertive, fiery, inspirational, direct, decisive. Can be egotistical, impulsive, impatient, aggressive, lacking subtlety.
TAURUS STRONG
Stable and enduring, strong values, unyielding, earthy, acquisitive, strong desires. Can be stuck, stubborn, overly possessive, self-indulgent.
LIBRA STRONG
Even-handed, harmonious, artistic, diplomatic, balancing, strong sense of fairness. Can be over- compromising, appeasing, judgmental.
SAGITTARIUS STRONG
Inspiring, broad vision, enthusiastic, goal seeking, truthful, adventurous. Can be reckless, unrestrained, tactless.
BALANCE OF ELEMENTS
EARTH STRONG
We are especially in touch with the physical world. We consider what we’ve learned and experienced in the past in order to make the most of the present. We can be cautious, practical, and possibly unimaginative. We are deliberate and can pace ourselves well. We need hands-on experience and are not impressed with theory as much as we are with results. Routines are tolerable and comforting.
WATER WEAK
There may be some insensitivity or lack of empathy now. We may be out of touch with what we’re feeling or with our emotional needs. We may be tougher than usual now, and more inclined to follow mental or practical considerations than we are to listen to our intuition.
BALANCE OF MODES
The modes are balanced.
LUNAR PHASE: GIBBOUS
Moon 135 to 180 degrees ahead of the Sun.
We are looking to attach value and meaning to our goals. This is a time for analyzing, questioning, perfecting, and improving.
Summary:
For the first time in a decade, we have 5 planets retrograde at the same time. You might be reading a lot about how this time is all about pausing and not being able to get much done, but actually, from a Soul perspective, this is going to be a hugely productive time. Whenever a planet goes retrograde, it offers an opportunity to review, re-visit, remember, re-wire, re-do, re-claim, release.
Imagine a building that had an original blueprint of glorious architecture, stunning interior design, unique features. But over time, we see the effects of wear and tear, of outside influence, of other people’s contributions. Bricks have been built over the original sandstone. Rooms have become cluttered. Original wooden floors covered in carpet. The building we see today is a far cry from the creator’s vision, and from what actually still exists at the core – were we to remove the bricks, outdated carpets and clutter.
The combination of all of these retrogrades happening at the same time are like sending in a bunch of restorers, renovators and cleaners to bring the building back to its true glory, to what it has really been all along, this time with even more sparkle and shine.
Let’s start with Mars. He is all about action, energy and assertiveness. Now, you might think that with him in retrograde we would have less of those things than usual. And in some cases, where less is needed, that will be true. If you need to slow down, if you need to chill out, if you need to look before you leap into any situation, then absolutely Mars retro will ensure you do that.
However if energy is needed in a situation, where there is usually no energy or low energy, if the waters need to be stirred because they have been dormant or inactive for too long, if an old issue needs to be brought to the surface, addressed and cleared out, then Mars will not be shy about adding some of his fire and ‘get things done’ gusto to the equation. Mars can come along like the assertive big brother, shake you by the shoulders and say ‘Snap out of it, here’s what you need to know, here’s what you need to do, let’s go!”
If go go go is your usual tempo, then you will likely get some messages to take a breather. However if standing back is your norm, if being passive is your uncomfortable comfort zone, if procrastinating is a bad habit, then you will likely get a very clear insight into how that’s (not) working for you. Allow yourself to open up to whatever Mars is wanting to tell you. Much like George in Seinfeld when he decided to do everything opposite to usual and suddenly found himself succeeding in every area, so too Mars retro can influence you to do things opposite to the usual way you express your energy and it may just lead to the breakthroughs you have been hoping for.
Remember, a planet is not actually going backwards during a retrograde. It just looks like it is from our Earth’s perspective during particular times. It is like when you are overtaking a car. You are both travelling in the same direction but in that moment of overtaking, the car could seem to be driving in reverse. All of this retrograding over degrees business is actually an illusion from our perspective. An illusion with influence, but an illusion nonetheless which means the energy of those planets are still present and in effect. It is just the way in which they are influencing us that is different, due to our temporarily changed vantage point. Which brings potential for a lot of positive shifting. Seeing things you wouldn’t usually see. And yes – not seeing things you usually would which is why the motto during a retrograde is be cautious in whatever you do/buy/sign. Do your homework. Check out the contract/car/house inside out.
Speaking of illusion – how big a role does our perspective play in creating illusion upon illusion in our life? Answer: A HUGE ROLE.
Our thoughts, beliefs, memories, subconscious issues, ancestral DNA, social conditioning and more, all murky the waters of our perception, influencing what we see on the movie screen of our life and how we interpret things. Drop certain beliefs, drop certain thoughts, release certain issues, and boom, the images on your movie screen change. Sometimes situations literally change, other times the way you see them changes. The point is: how we see what we see is so often an illusion based on our cloudy perspective.
Life events, cosmic shifts and planetary transits come along from time to time to literally clear our head and sweep away those clouds, allowing us to see ourselves, our lives, and life itself more clearly.
Onto Pluto, head honcho of transformation. Pluto doesn’t muck around. If he sees that something in your life or within yourself needs shifting, he will demolish or renovate without waiting for permission, without apology. I see the female equivalent as being the great goddess Kali, and in these times of the awakening (with a roar) Divine Feminine she is more present than ever in our lives, especially wherever radical transformation or Soul awakening is due. I can’t talk about Pluto without mentioning Kali because it feels like her energy is right alongside his in any Pluto transit, if not taking the reins herself while he’s busy making calls to book in demolition experts.
Kali embodies power and authenticity, and goddess help us in those areas of our lives where we are not being true to those qualities within us. She can be ruthless, as is Pluto, and for good reason. We did not come here to be less than who we are, and if our ‘building’ needs serious overhaul then you want the best of the best coming in to ensure that happens.
So while Pluto going forward might activate power within us, Pluto retrograde will ask us: Do you see what has been activated here? Have you realized what you have to let go of? Have you accepted what is happening? Are you letting in the new energy that wants to emerge from within you?
You may feel Power as a major theme, confronting the ways in which you are in your power, and the ways in which you aren’t. You may get clear messages regarding what you are doing that is sapping your power, and what you could be doing to give you more power. We are not talking here about egoic power, rather authentic heart and soul power.
Pluto loves a good detox, be it physical, mental, emotional or spiritual. So if you feel compelled to go on a health-kick, release old habits, purge some issues, go on retreat, do some hard-core healing, go on big clearing out spree of your house or wardrobe, follow that inner guidance.
The influence any planetary movement has on you depends on where it is occurring in your natal chart. If it’s on, or aspecting, a natal planet or significant point then you’ll feel the affects more than someone who doesn’t. Some people might barely feel a blip in their waters, while others will feel they are jumping on tip-toes through a land-mine filled paddock, just praying they don’t step on yet another one. The signs that these retrogrades are occurring in are all listed below. You can go to www.astro.com to get a free natal chart to see where the retrogrades will most be affecting you, or have a consultation with an astrologer to gain deeper insight.
Next we have Mr Mercury. Mercury Retrogrades every few months, and every few months for a few weeks we feel the following more than usual: issues with phones, computers, electronics, communications going haywire. On a positive note, we might get a second chance of communicating with someone where things didn’t go well the first time around, or we unexpectedly bump into someone from our past and get some closure or receive a message that helps us on our path. You’ll hear a lot to not sign any contracts or buy anything electronic (including cars) during a Mercury retrograde. Go with your own gut feeling with this. There are some people who purposely sign contracts during retrogrades because they know they will more than likely get the opportunity down the track to re-negotiate.
The thing with retrogrades is, there is no such thing as a ‘one rule fits all’. One person’s ‘in reverse’ healing remedy may well be to pause and take stock, while someone else’s might be to rev up once and for all. If you are on a roll with something and it starts slowing down, or obstacles or delays keep coming up, it’s handy to know “Okay, we are in a retrograde period. This is happening for a reason. Let me take a closer look here. Or let me relax a bit while things go slower than I anticipated.” Likewise if you are on a roll with something, and it keeps rolling, and it is flowing, and it is lighting up for you, and the momentum is carrying you forward with green lights all the way, don’t read an astrology article and think “Oh no, I better stop all this forward motion, a planet is retrograde!!” That retrograding planet may well be the boulder pushing you along. As with anything, keep tuning in to your own inner truth: How does this feel? What am I feeling guided (from within) to do? Is this lighting me up?
Jupiter will be first cab off the rank to move into direct motion on 9 May after having been in retrograde since just after New Year’s. Jupiter rules good fortune, expansion and abundance so if you feel like those things have taken a while to kick in during 2016 so far, you might start to see a turnaround once Jupiter does. It has been a good time to have an extended period of pondering your New Year’s Dreams and Goals list for the year ahead. Jupiter retrograde may have really urged you to get clear on: What areas of your life do you want to see expand? Where do you want to see positive growth? What needs to shift/change/acted on in order to make that happen? Where are you ready for your next level, and what ceilings are you done done done with?
If you are reading this thinking this seems to be a lot of pondering/shifting/clearing all happening at once you are right, it is. It feels like a major period of Karmic Cleansing and Purification. Well, any day from now into the next few years is that! But here we have a very condensed 4-5 months where it feels like a lot of people will go through a huge amount of profound, lasting shifts.
A lot of the stuff that will come up for us will do so via the mirror of other people. So if someone or something is particularly triggering us, that is a fantastic opportunity to ask ourselves: “What am I feeling here and why?” You might realise that this person is really owning some energy that deep down you wish you could own – and the retrograde is here to tell you, you can, and now is the time to own it! You might realise, I don’t like this behavior I am seeing and my opportunity here is to finally honour my truth/self-value/feelings and walk away from this situation/person/relationship/job.
Sometimes in the spiritual scene people will put up with things a lot longer than necessary because they think they have to stay to ‘get the lesson’. It is great to have the conscious awareness that we learn things from everyone, and yes definitely we learn some of our most significant lessons through some of our most challenging, difficult situations. However, if a situation is repeatedly using and abusing you, or a pattern keeps repeating itself via different people, it is safe to say that ‘the lesson’ has probably appeared and re-appeared many times. At some point, it is okay to say: “I have learned what I had to learn here, and now my current, new lesson is learning when to walk away, learning when to let go.”
Finally, Saturn who is in his first month of his 5 month retrograde. Saturn is the father of the zodiac. He loves discipline, commitment, hard work, structure, stability and support. He is the foreman walking around the building site making sure the foundation is strong and everyone is working according to the right codes of practice. During retrograde, he might make some people feel restricted because he doesn’t just let you go forward with a song in your heart, on a wing and a prayer. He, like any good father before setting their child free out into the big, wide world, will want to make sure you know how to take care of yourself especially financially, materially and structurally.
Whether you have your own business, work for someone else, or are a work-at-home mum or dad running the family and household, retrograding Saturn will want to know your house is in good, running order, pardon the pun. How is your day to day routine? Is everything running as efficiently and productively and feasibly as possible? Are there financial or energetic leaks anywhere, draining you or your business or family? If a part of the brickwork doesn’t look sturdy enough to hold up over the next decade or so, Saturn will ask you to rebuild it, brick by brick. Wax on. Wax off. It can be tedious work but you will see the fruits of your labour as time goes by.
So there we have it, a whole lot of re-adjusting taking place over what is essentially a relatively short period of time in the grand scheme of things. Dealt with consciously, this can be a really rewarding time where you feel more and more connected to your truth, or at least are aware that things are happening to get you connected.
Dealt with unconsciously, there can be a whole lot of projection happening, with unowned emotions and issues flaring up, manifesting as anger toward others and erratic behavior. If you feel strong emotions coming up in you, take a big deep breath before exploding onto someone else.
Know that people who are resisting the rise of their inner truth will go into drama. Unless absolutely necessary, (eg protection of someone’s wellbeing if they are in immediate danger) it is wise to not get caught up in the middle of someone else’s karmic explosion/resistance/demolition process/purge. If you find yourself in the midst of drama check in with yourself to see what feels right be it to listen without judgement, walk away until they calm down, or just observe without getting emotionally attached to the ‘story’ being played out.
All of our stories are right now attempting to be unraveled, like balls of wool that have been in tight balls for a long time. Attaching to stories and illusions that are in the process of unravelling will only create more knots and make the whole process take longer.
It would be really beneficial at this time to take some time to meditate each day. For myself I’m finding night time just before going to sleep works best. Sometimes it’s only a few minutes, other times it goes on for much longer. Length of time doesn’t matter. It’s mainly about closing your eyes for a few moments, and breathing in and out at least a few times. It gives your body, mind and soul a chance to stop, get back to its centre, and regain perspective on everything it has experienced and absorbed that day.
You don’t have to say anything special or consciously go through any particular process. If the only thing you do is just close your eyes and focus on your breath, you can trust the wisdom of your body, your soul and your subconscious to do what needs to be done.
How are you all feeling?
Mars Retrograde: April 17, 9 ° Sag – June 29, 23 ° Scorpio
Pluto Retrograde: April 18, 17 ° Cap – Sep 26, 14 ° Cap
Mercury Retrograde: April 28, 23 ° Taurus – May 22, 14 ° Taurus
Jupiter Retrograde: Jan 7, 23 ° Virgo – May 9, 13 ° Virgo
Saturn Retrograde: March 25, 16 ° Sag – Aug 13, 9 ° Sag
Light is the task where many share the toil. Homer
Rome wasn’t built in a day. Proverb
Alone we can do so little; together we can do so much. Helen Keller
Build it and they will come! Fields Of Dreams Movie
If a house be divided against itself, that house cannot stand. The Bible
Regard your neighbor’s gain as your own gain, and your neighbor’s loss as your own loss. Tai Shang Kan Ying P’Ien
The hands that help are better far than the lips that pray. Robert G. Ingersoll
A city is a large community where people are lonesome together. Herbert Prochno
There are no passengers on Spaceship Earth. Everybody’s crew. Marshall McLuhan
Imagine what a harmonious world it could be if every single person, both young and old shared a little of what he is good at doing. Quincy Jones
The Scorpio full Moon falls on Friday, April 22. This is a very interesting, and for many, very rewarding lunation. The Sabian Symbols that go with the planetary energies are really quite extraordinarily wonderful – ‘Neighbors Coming Together’, ‘Steps Up To A Lawn Blooming With Clover’, ‘Jewelry Shops Filled With The Most Valuable Gems’, ‘The Boxer Entering The Ring’, ‘The Gate To The Garden Of All Fulfilled Desire’, ‘The Royal Coat Of Arms Enriched With Precious Stones’ – and more – the Symbols contain a host of encouraging and desirable images.
For sure, though, there are stresses in amongst it all, especially as we have some very strong retrogrades happening – Mars, Jupiter, Saturn and Pluto, and soon, on the 28th April, Mercury. This can be a somewhat frustrating time, especially with Mars retrograding until the beginning of July. Plans we may have been wanting to push forward with may need to have some revisions, second guesses, wrinkles ironed out – all those kinds of things, and more.
With all those retrogrades, we still have this push to forge forward, particularly with Venus on Aries 21: The Boxer Entering The Ring conjuncting (together with)Uranus on Aries 22: The Gate Opens To The Garden Of All Fulfilled Desires. What a combination. As I have said before, I see this two degrees as a type of binary: One steps up to the plate and then steps through the gate.
Venus together with Uranus in Aries is likely to bring up issues to do with relationships, money, values, how we get along with others in society, our desires for the future, etc. Uranus – the planet of breaking through – breaking through old stories, letting go, wanting to take up the new, and, there can be a feeling of being cut off, disinterested and uninvolved.
Feeling frustrated or somewhat impatient with progress can lead to outbursts of energy – not always useful, not always timely. Still, we are reprogramming our lives in many ways – the transit of Venus over Uranus at this full Moon is preceded by Venus squaring Pluto a few days before. This means that Venus is likely to be giving us a shake-up in some measure. With the square to Pluto from Venus, we are being asked to examine our boundaries – how much are we doing for ourselves and for others? Sometimes, we are giving away our power to others, other times, we may be stepping over boundaries when we perhaps shouldn’t OR we might feel that others are doing that with us (and possibly both at the same time).
From this realization, we can see where we need to cut ties, forge new ones, bring completion to some issues, to clean up issues to do with the past, etc.
Mercury in Taurus is in an nice exact trine with the Moon’s north nodes and Jupiter, both in Virgo. This can bring a shift in that we have new contacts, new perspectives, new opportunities, new alliances, etc. This can feel like a fated time, as we are further being asked to embrace the future and to let go of the past. There can be a feeling of a new dimension in communications, innovation, etc, and, a desire to earth them into reality. There is an interesting power attached to this, as there is also a trine from Pluto in Capricorn (all of these signs are earth signs), making this aspect a grand tine, which is an auspicious earth trine, especially with these planets and the node involved.
Over the coming weeks, Jupiter will be in an exact square aspect with Saturn.The urge to break out, do something or go somewhere different, to throw off the memories, the burdens, the scent, the restrictions, etc, of the old can bring a sense of when will this end.
Also, over the coming weeks, Jupiter goes direct and forms a trine with Pluto, bringing a greater sense of personal power, breakthroughs in understanding, and a firmer sense of where to from here. A closer look at the political and moral landscape comes from this aspect, along with a need for freedom from more and more repressive legislations and regimes. Rules and laws can be enforced or enacted, whether personal or political, and some will be welcome while others are likely to be leading to more control by the State. Arguments about who is right and who is right, who is moral and who is not, who is fit to govern and who is not, along with issues to do with the controlling elite and their money are bound to heat up. Although cushioned by the trine aspect, this trine between Jupiter and Pluto are in earth signs, Virgo and Capricorn respectively – this can bring up issues of “my word is law”.
On a more personal level, we may feel the need to take on bigger plans, our beliefs can begin to align more with our possibilities, and we may be actively taking part in ensuring our rights, and the rights of others, are respected. Although there can be a big push forward felt, we still have to remember that a lot of planetary energies are retrograde, with Mars, in particular, retrograde until the end of June. This should, where possible, perhaps be more of a time for building behind the scenes more than launching into full-scale projects. Having said that, of course, there will be some projects that you have to launch into now, just make sure that you cover your bases. On a positive note, especially if you’re covering old ground, a lot can be achieved now, especially by having good friends, supporters or allies in your life. This retrograde period can be wonderful for resolving issues from the past, making forward movement so much more rewarding.
Taking that into account, with stationary retrograde Mars squaring Neptune, we may not be seeing the forest for the trees, although the view can be wonderfully interesting, and the colors can range from inspiring to depressing. There can be a sense of combativeness – except – what one is combating is unclear, hidden, vague, or merely a circus.
For some, there’s a desire to transcend the baser, more distressing layers of lifein favor of peace and tranquility. It can come at a cost, though, if one is not paying attention. Mars and Neptune don’t see eye-to-eye so well, they tend to combat each other in ways that can be nebulous and sneaky. Issues to do with how much we are prepared to sacrifice our own needs, step up and help others and reach out to those who can’t (or won’t) help themselves, can come up.
People can step over their boundaries, especially with gossip or negative thoughts, and this can have consequences and these are sometimes largely nebulous or unseen, until the lid pops off. The Sabian Symbol for Mars can speak of issues of being led by the hand and the Neptune one speaks of judgment; being judged and judging others. Neptune works in mysterious ways and it can roll in like a fog. As long as boundaries, again, are clear, we can resolve things that have been hanging in the air lately.
Still, the retrogrades – all the retrograde activity can make for interesting times.We may have to backtrack, rethink, reschedule, revise, etc. Those who interested in the political processes going on – both Australia and the US are having major elections this year – will see that a lot of the Symbols for the planets listed below paint a quite a picture of what’s going on. It is fascinating.
The full Moon each month marks a time of heightened energies and events. It often marks the culmination of the energies released at the new Moon. Emotions can be supercharged as the Sun and Moon are on opposite sides of the zodiac and illumination is increased – it’s like we can see in the dark – and we can be hyper-aware as well as being hyper-awake. The effects of a full Moon can be major or minor, depending on how they interact with your own chart. Sometimes, realisations or events that are unleashed, or unlocked, can stretch their meaning months into the future. A lot can be learned at the time of the full Moon and whether it’s lunacy or illumination, or a combination of both, there’s magic unleashed with every full Moon.Full Moon: Apr 22, 2016 5:23 am GMT
The Full Moon is on Scorpio 3: NEIGHBORS HELP IN A HOUSE-RAISING PARTY IN A SMALL VILLAGE
This is quite an inspiring degree – it talks about communities coming together, forming groups in order to cater to the requirements, sometimes quite basic requirements, of those in the community. People come out to share their ideas, their plans and their enthusiasm for building a better community (or world). It’s interesting to note that this Symbol is Hillary Clinton’s Sun degree and she wrote a book entitled It Takes A Village.
It takes a whole village to raise a child. Traditional African proverb.
Of course, as this is a full Moon, and in Scorpio with Mars stationing retrograde,not everyone is going to want to be on the same team. That can cause ructions, and, often, there can be a need to find one’s true community – a place where you can feel supported, protected and safe.
The following is from my book The Sabian Oracle: 360 Degrees Of Wisdom –
Commentary: ‘Neighbors Help in a House Raising Party in a Small Village’. They come together to help each other out and to get to know each other better. By acting as a community, rather than as separate individuals, small, large, or even very difficult projects can be undertaken and completed more quickly and efficiently. People bring their individual talents and expertise with them. The sharing of these experiences will build community values and friendships. However, there needs to be a careful watch on how some people contribute as unskilled labor can end up costing both time and money.
Oracle: In this situation, great things can be achieved if everyone works together. Any efforts directed towards giving value and stability to one’s community will be rewarded in some measure. Friends and those close to you can help you in any endeavor, big or small. Having faith in those around you can help bring a sense of belonging and relationship to your life. Sometimes a home or a community needs to be built or renovated in some way, with people coming together and everyone putting in their share of dedication, commitment and hard labor. There can be a feeling that there is so much to do on the domestic scene that other considerations have to be put on hold for the time being. People must all have a higher sense of purpose, otherwise some may work at cross-purposes, undermining people or even entire families. Is there a need for people to assist you because someone in your life has left behind their responsibilities? If you are in need of ‘Help’, making a wish for assistance to arrive may bring a bigger response than you expected!
Keywords: Cooperation. Real estate deals. Community concerns. Buying or building houses. Renting apartments and homes. Needing help to find shelter. The agreement of neighbors to maintain community harmony. “Raising the roof”. Parties. Dormitories. Having to consider the needs of lots of people. Match making. Community halls. Understanding what it takes to make a village of people. Communal governance or being blocked by rules, laws and regulations of bureaucracy. Homeless shelters. Tools. Building expertise. Helping hands.
The Caution: Taking advantage of generosity. Refusing to cooperate in group endeavors. Building bigger and better things. Bickering over who does what. Not trusting people’s input.
The Moon symbolizes: Emotions, moods, mother, family, clan, domestic issues, relationship to home and country. Feelings, sentiments, nourishment, emotional nurturing, monkey chatter mind, lunar and menstrual cycles, clarity of emotions or lunacy. Female energy – yours and others.
The following interpretations are my shortened interpretations that are contained in the reports on my website.
The Sun is on Taurus 3: NATURAL STEPS UP TO A LAWN BLOOMING WITH CLOVER – this is a beautiful degree and it can have us feeling that we are the brink of receiving the rewards of bounty, good luck, nourishment, fulfillment, etc. It can feel like one is either in, or approaching, their ‘land of milk and honey’.
This Symbol often shows comfort, luxury, riches, beauty and the good things in life. It implies that a time of fulfillment is close by, but there often is still some small effort to be made – one has to take the simple steps towards allowing the wonderful things you desire into your life. Keep going the way you are, following your natural intuition, and you will find the peace you have in sight. Just be aware not to become complacent or lazy as doing nothing and not putting any effort in could lead to great possibilities slipping away.
Keywords: Hopefulness. Inspirational possibilities. Gradually enlarging one’s vision. Harmony. Seasonal changes. Running around on grass. Bare feet. The beauty of greenery and flowers. Stability on the path. Steps that invite one on to bigger and better things. Abundance, nourishment. Making small efforts that can lead to large returns. Places to spread out and relax. Having plenty of room to move. Gardens and parks.
The Caution: Looking for the easy way out. Not making the effort to find what is a few steps away. Expecting everything to be laid out for you. Weeds and unkempt lives.
The Quest Degree for the Sun is Taurus 4: THE POT OF GOLD AT THE END OF THE RAINBOW
This Symbol speaks about connecting your inner thoughts with your rational conscious mind so you can communicate the feelings you wish to share. Like the ‘Rainbow’, this is not really about the elusive ‘Pot of Gold’ at its end, but rather it speaks of the wonder the rainbow creates as it links heaven and earth. Rewards will come from creative efforts built on talent and application. Good things sometimes just fall out of nowhere.
Keywords: The promise of riches, in whatever forms these may take. Creative imagination. Goals and ambitions. Alchemy. Splashes of color. Rewards contained. The search for the treasure. Seeking communion with nature and life’s bounty. Wealth derived from changing perspective. Talent and beauty. Fantasies. Illusions vs. reality. Fairylands. A golden key will open every lock. Yiddish Proverb
The Caution: Seeking easy, tempting solutions. Thinking that rewards are “just over the horizon”. Elusive success. Castles in the air. Pipe dreams. Giving up on dreams.
The Sun symbolizes: One’s core center, spirit, heart, issues to do with father, men, self, ego, your male side. How you radiate your sense of being. What others see, how you are recognized or remembered, sense of identity and connection with male energy – yours and others.
Mercury is on Taurus 22: A WHITE DOVE FLYING STRAIGHT AND FEARLESSLY OVER TROUBLED WATERS
This Symbol implies a talent for bringing calm, protection and good tidings to those who need help. Although there may be trouble all around, you are able to rise above this and find safe ground. You may have to cross over into the dark side in order to bring order and safety to people’s lives. Even though you, or someone else, may be lost from sight for a while and some may feel abandoned, they will return and bring guidance to safety and reassurance. You may need to send, or receive, a message to those who could be feeling left out and in need of reassurance.
Keywords: Transcending worries through spiritual awareness. Prophetic missions. Peace. Healing messages from the “other side”. Overcoming phobias. Fearlessness. Feelings of immortality. Going straight for the objective. Calming troubled minds. Redemption and messages of hope. Couriers.
The Caution: Being too caught up in worries. Not being able to accept that things are getting better or any form of solace. Always dipping into dramatic situations.
The Quest Degree for Mercury is Taurus 23: A JEWELRY SHOP FILLED WITH THE MOST MAGNIFICENT JEWELS
This Symbol points to an abundance of beauty, talent, riches or potentiality. This degree brings the message of admiring the achievements of others whilst also allowing yours to be recognized and admired as well. Realize that what you need is either at hand or soon will be. Also, something you create can last way beyond your own years. Believing in yourself and those around you can bring a wonderful sense of reward and fulfillment. Try wearing special jewelry to remind you of your self-worth, talent, ability and beauty.
Keywords: Great talent, wealth, rewards and gifts. Beauty that brings joy. Materialization of perfection. Judges of worth. Things that shine. Jewelry, stones, gold and silver. Shops, especially those that have beautiful displays. The rewards and bounty of the natural world. Treasure of any description. Purity. Genius. Crystals. Security guards. Window shopping. Personal Adornments. Things that glimmer.
The Caution: Wanting more than one’s share of rewards, even if there is plenty to share. Things for looking at, not touching. Being jealous of other’s success. Pilfering.
Mercury symbolizes: Mind, thought, communication, memory, expression, intelligence. News, exchanges, chatting, conversations, short journeys, connections with others, telephones, emails, siblings, neighbors, the reasoning mind. Day-to-day activities. Cars, keys, small animals.
Venus is on Aries 21: A BOXER IS ENTERING THE RING
This Symbol shows that there may be a temptation to take on issues, even to fight, but it needs to be with dignity and regulation. You may feel a need, or the urge, to step up to the plate and take something or someone on. There are rules to follow and often others will be end up being the judge of the final outcome. Make sure you possess the skills and training to defend what you believe. Remember that sometimes you need to back off if you’re not winning a contest. Question: is someone on the attack or the defense?
Keywords: Physical or psychological self – assertion and determination. Attack or defense? Fighting for emotional, psychological or physical space. Being seen as a person of strength. Throwing punches. Fighting on any level. Being prepared to take a swing at someone or something. Stepping up to the plate. Throwing down the gauntlet. Going after the title. Big vs. small egos.
The Caution: Using power to dominate people or those who challenge you. Wanting to knock people out. Storming in and taking over. Looking for combat. Being combative.
The Quest Degree for Venus is Aries 22: THE GATE OPENS TO THE GARDEN OF ALL FULFILLED DESIRES
This Symbol brings up fabulous opportunities and possibilities. You could find yourself in beautiful places with your desires met. There can be the promise of happiness; stability and feeling like you’ve arrived where you want to be. At times, though, you may be right at the point of what you want, but perhaps you need to make the deliberate action of opening the gate; admitting to your self what you want and where you want to be. Perhaps you need to knock, showing your intention of wanting in. Maybe you already have everything you need – look around.
Keywords: Craving happiness. Gardens and their treasures. Trellises and flowing plants. Pathways to bliss. Gates and doors. Unlocking and opening gates and doors. Analyzing your heart’s desires. The grass being greener on the other side. Rewards and treasures waiting. The allure of somewhere else. Initiations. Passages to a better life. Acquiring property. Sexual fulfillment. Opening up to life’s possibilities and rewards.
The Caution: Denying your self the right to receive just rewards. The grass being greener on the other side. Always wanting more and more. Possessions owning you.
Venus symbolizes: Relatedness, cooperation, what attracts you. The experience of sweetness, beauty or delight. Social interactions, love, friends, how you reach out to people. Feminine persona, relationship with mother and females. Money, possessions, sense of values.
Mars is on Sagittarius 9: A MOTHER LEADS HER SMALL CHILD STEP BY STEP UP THE STAIRS
This Symbol shows being able to lend a hand to those who need it, whether they are youngsters or not. It pictures situations where someone needs to assist those less able, experienced or indeed, less evolved, to overcome difficulties and to rise up and learn to cope, learn or understand. You may find yourself as either the experienced or the inexperienced or possibly finding the mother within you guiding your own inner child. It can also show someone caring for elderly relatives or friends. Whatever it is, one needs to have a sense of patience, caring and understanding. Lending a guiding hand to others is very important.
Keywords: The inner child. Guidance and acceptance of those not so “upwardly mobile”. Training. Careful consideration of other’s immaturity or failings. Staying with the family in order to bring up the children. Guardianship and stewardship. Reversals of roles. Supervising parents. Looking after the younger or the elder. Taking things one by one. Alzheimer’s disease. Handicaps. Step-by-step progress.
The Caution: Future vision and hope obscured. Exhausted by parental obligation. Not getting, or giving, the help that one needs. Wanting to be looked after. Lack of supervision.
The Karmic Degree for Mars is Sagittarius 8: DEEP WITHIN THE DEPTHS OF THE EARTH, NEW ELEMENTS ARE BEING FORMED
This Symbol shows a lot going on underneath the surface, often more than other people would suspect. It speaks of shifts, sometimes huge shifts, going on on a deep level, and these are not always evident. Often, changes are quietly happening and all of a sudden the changes are reflected on the outside through an event or a complete shift in attitude. There will be new responses to life coming from deep within your mind and soul. This creation of new and essential levels of awareness is a part of the natural result of inner changes. Although they may not be easy to observe, very strong fundamental changes are happening.
Keywords: Deep elemental processes and change. Shifting of conservative values. Mining in its many forms. Crystal healings. Minerals, mining, colloidal minerals. Organic changes and shifts. Volcanoes and earthquakes. Earth rumblings. Reaching maturity. Earth, wind, fire and water. Mud and steam. Alchemical shifts.
The Caution: Moving forward while elements are still forming. Clinging stubbornly to outworn ways. Unhealthy growths. Denying inner processes as unimportant.
Mars symbolizes: Drive, determination or agenda, how you get to your goals. How you express and handle anger, ambition, assertion of self and ability to step forward. The male principle, sexuality, the ability to step up to the plate when one needs to. Fight or flight.
Jupiter is on Virgo 14: FINELY LETTERED NAMES AND MYSTERIOUS LINES ARE SEEN; IT IS A FAMILY TREE
This shows deep and abiding connections that come from families and their ancestors and individual family trees. There is a need to feel somehow linked with ancestry, a place or belonging. However, this can speak about you belonging to the larger human family – we are all related. Being able to call upon the deeper inherent knowledge within yourself and what’s been learnt from past experience, possibly from one’s ancestral roots, will help you find great strength. This implies a strong family heritage, but it may come from having a deep connection with people or things that you are not actually related to, but are in your “Family” nonetheless.
Keywords: Strength in tradition. Belonging to a lineage. The story of where one comes from. Issues of pride of heritage. The importance of parents and family. Branches in databases. Having strong and secure roots. Origins and their relevance to today’s life. Ancestors. Calligraphy. Fine pens. Filling in the gaps. Adoptions. Step families. Pedigrees. Kin. Genealogy. Inheritance. Family Bibles.
The Karmic Degree for Jupiter is Virgo 13: A POWERFUL STATESMAN OVERCOMES A STATE OF POLITICAL HYSTERIA
This Symbol shows the ability, or the necessity, to be able to calm situations, to solve a crisis, to have a steady hand that shows others that someone is in charge. If this is not operating on a positive level in your life you may want to assess where you need to be doing it. Sometimes our thoughts get out of control, even “Hysterical”, however this is not much use as emotions and events just get whipped up, leading to useless energy flying around. It is through control and the power of your personality that you can resolve situations and bring back a state of equilibrium to all involved.
Keywords: The power to sway the mob. Having the charisma and talent to turn situations around. Elements of personality that get out of control and take over. Pulling the rope tight. Mind control. Political savvy. Knowing what to say and when to say it. Keeping your mouth shut and ears open. Rhetoric. Putting out spot fires. Being motivated. Issues of success.
The Caution: Misusing charismatic energy to sway others to personal advantage.
The Caution: Disassociation or disconnection from family history. Feeling like an alien. Not belonging. Orphans.
Jupiter symbolizes: The big picture, expansion, exploration, aspirations, religious and philosophical ideals, issues to do with traveling, foreign lands, people and traditions, culture, education, generosity, luck, abundance, support, optimism. Insight through knowledge and wisdom.
Saturn is on Sagittarius 16: SEA GULLS FLY AROUND A SHIP LOOKING FOR FOOD
This Symbol shows situations of dependence and/or co-dependence. The “Sea Gulls” are looking for sustenance, a place of refuge perhaps, somewhere that’s a reliable source of food. This can imply situations such as social security, foundations that provide food and shelter for people, charities and benefits OR it can imply spongers, borrowers or people who dog others looking to see what they can gain from the things they discard or don’t want. The trick with this is; don’t look to others or have others look to you for opportunities and nourishment, for you may miss your chance of being creative and independent. Who’s looking for scraps? Are they worth it?
Keywords: Losing sight of alternative possibilities and going for the easy “feed”. Issues of dependence. Diminishing one’s essential worth while trying to please a specific need. Being opportunistic. Settling for the small things in life. Scalpers. Jettisoning scraps. Leftovers. The rewards and pitfalls of “meal tickets”. Issues of social security. The homeless.
The Caution: Waiting for unworthy scraps that may not come. People leaning on each other too much. Bin diving. Users and abusers. Satellites. Hounding and harassing.
The Karmic Degree for Saturn is Sagittarius 15: THE GROUND HOG LOOKING FOR ITS SHADOW ON GROUND HOG DAY
This Symbol shows signs and predictions to give you insights into the future. The solutions to your questions are often close by and easy to perceive and based in your normal life and relationships. By looking at past experience, you may find the signs, however, there’s a need to look closely at what’s happening as you could find yourself on a kind of merry-go-round; waking up each day to the same dilemma, question or problem. Don’t try to read too much into situations, but do take a good look at how you come across in relation to other people. Do you keep repeating the same mistakes? Perhaps you help others get over their past, freeing them up for having a better, brighter future.
Keywords: Looking back, reading the signs. Divination and other systems of inquiry. Seeing society as being to blame. People having a good look at how they seem to others. Wondering how others perceive you and picture you. Prophets that can tell the “weather” ahead of time. Predictions. Prognosticating. Welcoming an early spring. Scrutinizing objectives and possible outcomes. Looking to nature for clues.
The Caution: Scared to act without some message of confirmation. Looking for someone to blame. Relying on the same solution without consideration. Blizzards and cold.
The Quest Degree for Saturn is Sagittarius 17: AN EASTER SUNRISE SERVICE DRAWS A LARGE CROWD
This degree shows the ability, and the necessity, of being able to rise up after difficulties in one’s life, somewhat like the Phoenix rising from the ashes. One needs to maintain hope and draw together with others who share a sense of faith in the future and in community and the goodness of life. There will be times of spiritual rebirth where you can rise above the failings of the past into new beginnings. Coming out of doubt and despair can lead to a new sense of love, faith and compassion. Join with others in a spirit of joy. There’s a need for unwavering faith in communal spiritual values.
Keywords: Performing deeds with reverence, respect and a sense of celebration. Cohesive communal expressions of faith. The dawning of a new era. Church services. Dawn services. The community gathering for a common purpose. Resurrections and rebirths. Revivals. The need for faith in a bright future. Devotion. Worship.
The Caution: Obsession with the ceremony rather than the purpose or ideal. Feeling unable to lift one’s spirits. Disillusionment and loss of vision. Holidays with no meaning.
Saturn symbolizes: Authority, rules, discipline and obligation The heavy stuff. What we fear, loss, karma, aging, the establishment, orthodoxy, tradition, status, the concept of time, walls, boundaries, limits, older people, restrictions, patience, conquering difficulties.
Uranus is on Aries 22: THE GATE OPENS TO THE GARDEN OF ALL FULFILLED DESIRES
This Symbol brings up fabulous opportunities and possibilities. You could find yourself in beautiful places with your desires met. There can be the promise of happiness; stability and feeling like you’ve arrived where you want to be. At times, though, you may be right at the point of what you want, but perhaps you need to make the deliberate action of opening the gate; admitting to your self what you want and where you want to be. Perhaps you need to knock, showing your intention of wanting in. Maybe you already have everything you need – look around.
Keywords: Craving happiness. Gardens and their treasures. Trellises and flowing plants. Pathways to bliss. Gates and doors. Unlocking and opening gates and doors. Analyzing your heart’s desires. The grass being greener on the other side. Rewards and treasures waiting. The allure of somewhere else. Initiations. Passages to a better life. Acquiring property. Sexual fulfillment. Opening up to life’s possibilities and rewards.
The Caution: Denying your self the right to receive just rewards. The grass being greener on the other side. Always wanting more and more. Possessions owning you.
The Karmic Degree for Uranus is Aries 21: A BOXER IS ENTERING THE RING
This Symbol shows that there may be a temptation to take on issues, even to fight, but it needs to be with dignity and regulation. You may feel a need, or the urge, to step up to the plate and take something or someone on. There are rules to follow and often others will be end up being the judge of the final outcome. Make sure you possess the skills and training to defend what you believe. Remember that sometimes you need to back off if you’re not winning a contest. Question: is someone on the attack or the defense?
Keywords: Physical or psychological self – assertion and determination. Attack or defense? Fighting for emotional, psychological or physical space. Being seen as a person of strength. Throwing punches. Fighting on any level. Being prepared to take a swing at someone or something. Stepping up to the plate. Throwing down the gauntlet. Going after the title. Big vs. small egos.
The Caution: Using power to dominate people or those who challenge you. Wanting to knock people out. Storming in and taking over. Looking for combat. Being combative.
Uranus symbolizes: The unexpected, things that are individual or ‘different’. Charged, energetic dynamics, electricity, light, lightning bolts, sudden changes, those who live on the fringe of society. Sudden turns and twists of fate. Rebellion, surprises, liberation, freedom.
Neptune is on Pisces 12: AN EXAMINATION OF INITIATES IN THE SANCTUARY OF AN OCCULT BROTHERHOOD
This Symbol shows passing the tests that life, other people, spirituality or karma throws at you (or others), and, this degree bring up situations of being judged, or judging. It can seem as though we have to pass some ‘qualification’ on some level in order to pass into the hallowed halls or the sanctuary.
You are likely to find at times that you are being judged by those above or around you. It is difficult to see what their qualifications to judge you are, but this is often the nature of progression through the ranks. People being critical of one another can lead to better behavior, better performances or the like, or it can lead to feeling judged, violated and intruded upon. It can seem as though our lives are like lessons; we are periodically “Examined” to see how we are doing on our course. Be careful not to shut yourself away to avoid being seen or having to endure criticism.
Keywords: The ordeal that comes to any initiate for entrance into higher realms of being. Hermits. Tests, examinations, having to prove oneself. Being judged or being judgmental. Being cross examined. Rarefied atmospheres that demand personal sacrifice. Initiations. Proving courage and purity. Trials. The attainment of knowledge. Apprenticeships. Being a candidate. Finding out how and where one fits in. One-eyed dedication. Trial by media. Cults. Rituals.
The Caution: Refusing advice. Arrogance. People saying ‘I told you so’. Invading other’s space. People assuming they know the truth about someone. Failing. Scandals. Stories..
The Quest Degree for Neptune is Pisces 13: A SWORD, USED IN MANY BATTLES, IS NOW IN A MUSEUM
This shows knowing when to stop battling in life, when to lay down one’s “Sword” and take up a higher position that reflects a more intelligent or spiritual way of being in the world. Sometimes, when reminded of the battles of the past, we are influenced towards actions that ensure peace. We are uplifted by the symbolic memory of past deeds of valor, although stings of defeat may be part of the story. You may be faced with the choice of fighting or reasoning which is confused by your lack of training or experience in the ways of “Battle”. Don’t go down with the ship. It helps to lay down one’s ‘sword’ – not in order to surrender, but to stop the ‘warring’
Keywords: Willpower. Martial arts. Putting aside thoughts of vengeance and revenge. Hanging up or laying down one’s ‘Sword’. Trophies of conquest that remind us of the past. History. Aging and maturing. Retirement. Remnants of battles. Souvenirs of the past. “Words as swords”. The Spear of Destiny. The Sword Excalibur. Disarming weapons. The search for truth and justice. Suits of armor. Peace at last. Sexual impotence.
The Caution: Lack of sensitivity. Pretense of one’s abilities. Falling on one’s sword from defeat. Sexual impotence. Domestic violence. Giving up. Grudges. Wanting to go into “Battle”.
Neptune symbolizes: Mystical, “out there,” spirituality and con artists. Dreams, mysteries, mystics and religious issues. Intuition, clairvoyance, seeing into the invisible. Addictive, chaotic, charming, deceptive, illusory, co dependent, sensory awareness.
Pluto is on Capricorn 18: THE UNION JACK FLIES FROM A NEW BRITISH WARSHIP
This Symbol talks about supervision, border protection and control. There can be a feeling of having to oversee a large ‘empire’ where reliability and leadership are vital. This can be a tiring responsibility, but there can be an awareness of the protection of ‘all who went before’. However, political and social restraints from the past could be causing you to feel that you’ve somehow got to ‘wage war’. Issues to do with the government can come up, whether you agree with what they do or not. You may be confronted with having to make your presence felt and guard your territory. Effective supervision will help you to relax.
Keywords: Colonialism. Protectionism. The government, big business and the media. Class-consciousness. Power and political displays. Displays of “law and order”. Border patrols and protection. Strength and might. Nationalism. Royalty. The ruling elite. Supervision. The armed forces. Patrols. Pitting people against each other. Empires. Victory bringing riches. The mother country. The struggle against decline. Flags. Imperialism. The Commonwealth. The rule of law.
The Caution: Artificial shows of strength. Being armed. Strong-arm tactics. Flags. Republics. Issues of statehood. Getting out the big guns. Rebellion. Social disintegration.
Pluto symbolizes: Unconscious motivations, depth psychology, history. Sex, procreation at a deep level, intensity, profound emotions, taking hold of one’s power. Being king or queen of one’s underworld. Strength, survival mode instincts. Big money. Big power. The Plutocracy. Power vs power struggles.
Chiron is on Pisces 24: THE TINY ISLAND SEEMS LOST IN THE BROAD OCEAN, BUT ITS HAPPY INHABITANTS HAVE CREATED A GREAT WORLD ALL THEIR OWN
This shows living with others, sharing the same space or efforts to create a happy life. The people pictured all live together and have “Created a Great World All Their Own”. No matter how well people get along, people still have to compromise and give and take in order to sustain good community relations. Drawn together by similar hopes and ambitions it is ironic that sometimes compromise is the only way to successful coexistence. Making the most of what is available, even though it is restrictive, will help dispel any feelings of being cut off and isolated. Who are you comfortable sharing your space with? Who would you have sharing your desert island?
Keywords: Adaptability and cohabitation. People jammed in. Seeking others of like mind. Knowing a lot of people. Always considering others. Noise and light pollution. Feeling like new blood is needed in order to grow and flourish. Coexistence. Apartments. Living together. People moving in.
The Caution: Cutting off from others. Resentment of no privacy or space. No chance to be alone. Pollution and garbage. Noise. Loneliness amongst the many. Crowding in.
The Quest Degree for Chiron is Pisces 25: THE PURGING OF THE PRIESTHOOD
This shows seeing through those who hold important positions yet abuse trust or those who make great claims but don’t live up to them. At this time, you’re likely to find yourself leaving others behind, kicking them out, or experiencing falls from grace. Periodically, there is a need to examine moral and spiritual sincerity. It is easy to allow those who don’t really belong to stay because of familiarity or habit. We can lose sight of the ideal through our rationalizing intellect, ego and emotive passion. There is a need to cleanse and purify your life, leading to better spiritual values. What side of the “Purging” are you on? Are you the one with the ‘right motives’? Who’s in charge?
Keywords: Revealing the truth of people for who and what they truly are. Cutting people off. Throwing out things that don’t measure up. Forced retirement and redundancies. Payouts at the end of employment. Dismissals. Opting out for moral reasons. Being fired. Holes left where someone took up a lot of space.
The Caution: Battles over spiritual direction. Abusing authority. Whistle blowing. Damning others. Deceiving, lying or misleading. Corruption and scandals. Burning books.
Chiron symbolizes: Our wounds, Chiron is known as The Wounded Healer. The wounds are The Stories That We Tell Ourselves, it is where we have to focus on healing, it can show things that are out of shape or misplaced or in need of repair.
The Moon’s North Node is on Virgo 22: A ROYAL COAT OF ARMS ENRICHED WITH PRECIOUS STONES
This Symbol implies is a strong connection to heritage and family lines. This can give rise to feelings of pride and honor as one accepts that a sense of nobility is one’s birth right. Even if there’s no actual nobility in your bloodline, there can be a sense of nobility about your character and bearing. There are things to stand up for and represent, regardless of where you come from and who your ancestors and your family are. Believing in yourself and your abilities will give you strength and stability and people will believe in your beauty, talent or worth, regardless of your background or where you’re from.
Keywords: A long lineage standing behind. Social stratas. Royalty. Issues of social standing and identity. Having a regal bearing. Aristocratic status. Nobility. Coats of Arms. Strength of association. Pure blood. Ancestors of worth or note. Hereditary lines. Having rights and prestige. Pageantry. Knights jousting. Inheritances. Wealthy lineage. Displays of grace and honor. Beauty and wealth no matter what the status. Tartans. Precious stones. Shields. Inscriptions.
The Caution: Superficial judgment on one’s ancestry. Believing in privileges for the select few.
North Node symbolizes: This is known as quite a ‘karmic point’ (although all planets and points in a chart can be’karmic’). One’s destiny in this life. The things you are meant to integrate, move towards, become. Destined relationships and relationship issues can show up here.
The Moon’s South Node is on Pisces 22: A PROPHET BRINGING DOWN THE NEW LAW FROM THE MOUNTAIN
This shows being able to live life by a set of “New Laws”, or, to make a new set of laws that better suits your life and place in the scheme of things. This pictures revelations of spirit and truth. It is important to manifest these truths and laws and to integrate them into your everyday life. Codifying the ways of humankind can help us understand the limitations of our earthly existence. Although our basic principles may stay the same, the specifics will vary in order to accommodate the changing perceptions. You may find new laws to live by, or, you could be the one to bring these ‘rules’ to others.
Keywords: Revelations and channeling of new information. Truths being revealed. Thoughts, ideas, guidelines. The Ten Commandments. Laying down the law. New resolutions. New pathways of living. Social justice messages. The Koran. The Torah. The Bible. Finding records. People of the book. The Ark of the Covenant. Newly codified laws. Amendments. The Testaments. Avatars and guides. Moses. Mt. Sinai. Legislation. Laws enacted. Legislation.
The Caution: Being told what to do. Believing one has all the answers OR believing someone else. Rigid application of dogmatic laws. Bureaucracy. Laws set in stone.
South Node symbolizes: Past karmic patterns to be overcome, can be habits that are good, but can describe things, relationships, issues that you need to let go of, or, hold you back from manifesting your true destiny. Relationships that feel karmic and difficult, memories from the past.
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