Tonight – June 8, 2016 – the waxing crescent moon beams in front of the constellation Cancer, the faintest constellation of the zodiac. We draw in the stick figure of Cancer for you on the star chart above. In the sky, you might not pick out any stars in the moon’s vicinity, unless your sky is very dark. But Cancer’s stars will be there, behind the moon’s glare, all the same.
Zodiacal constellations like Cancer distinguish themselves from other constellations in that the sun, moon and planets travel within their borders over the centuries and millennia.
The sun travels in front of the constellation Cancer from about July 21 to August 10 annually. That may seem to be at odds with the horoscope page in the newspaper, which probably gives the sun’s passage through Cancer for around June 21 to July 21.
Why the discrepancy? It’s because a zodiac sign is different from a zodiac constellation, though people often confuse the two.
Here’s the definition of a zodiac sign. By definition, the sun is always at the first point of the sign Cancer on the June solstice, irrespective of which group of stars backdrops the sun at this time. Look at the globe to note the Tropic of Cancer, which marks the northernmost extent of the sun’s travels on the June solstice.
The red line shows the Tropic of Cancer, where the noontime sun is at zenith (straight overhead) on the day of the June solstice.
Here’s the definition of a zodiac constellation. Any constellation can be thought of as a section of the starry sky, seen and wondered about for millennia by stargazers. In our time, constellations have official borders, which were agreed upon by the International Astronomical Union in the 1930s.
Over two thousand years ago, the sun actually shone in front of the constellation Cancer on the June solstice. Today, the June solstice sun shines in front of the constellation Taurus. Therefore, the first point of the sign Cancer presently resides in the constellation Taurus.
Because the Earth’s axis continually changes its tilt relative to the backdrop stars, the June solstice sun swings westward through all the constellations of the zodiac in a period of about 26,000 years. All the while, the June solstice sun always marks the first point of the sign Cancer.
Bottom line: If your sky is extremely dark, you might be able to see for yourself that the waxing crescent moon is in front of Cancer the Crab on June 8, 2016.
Bruce McClure has served as lead writer for EarthSky’s popular Tonight pages since 2004. He’s a sundial aficionado, whose love for the heavens has taken him to Lake Titicaca in Bolivia and sailing in the North Atlantic, where he earned his celestial navigation certificate through the School of Ocean Sailing and Navigation. He also writes and hosts public astronomy programs and planetarium programs in and around his home in upstate New York.
The lions are out today. Stand in the Sun and shake loose your mane. Leo is exuberant, courageous, playful and full of heart. It’s a Moontime that inspires heroic feats. What makes a hero? A crazy willingness to do what only you can do. I like how Bob Dylan sang it, “If I’d paid attention to what others were thinking, the heart in me would have died. But I was much too stubborn to ever be governed by enforced insanity. Someone had to reach for the rising star, I guess it was up to me.” More often we’re like that proverbial cartoon figure, momentarily gliding on air, ten stories high, then plummeting the minute we realize what we’re doing-self-consciousness and pride spoil the show. Avoid those egos squaring off around you. Lose yourself in the spontaneity of the moment. Be innocent and happy as a child. Play will nourish your heart
The Empress Reversed
This card represents infertility, instability and the loss of material possessions.
Jera
Jera denotes positive, recurring cycles, fertility and a time to harvest rewards from your hard work.
The Menat
You will find focusing on this aspect difficult, because truths will be obscured by dreaminess and illusion. You will not accomplish much here in the next several weeks, and therefore should focus your attention elsewhere
Your Daily Influences represent events and challenges the current day will present for you. They may represent opportunities you should be ready to seize. Or they may forewarn you of problems you may be able to avoid or lessen. Generally it is best to use them as tips to help you manage your day and nothing more.
Today’s Meaning:
This aspect of your life will be strongly influenced by a person who is adaptable, versatile, communicative, witty, intellectual, eloquent, youthful and lively. This could be a sibling, a child or a very close friend.
General Description:
Third sign of the Zodiac, May 22nd to June 21st. Ruling planet Mercury; correct metal, Silver. Those born under the influence of Gemini were believed to be endowed with strong intellectual powers, high aspirations, to be shrewd, ingenious and vivacious, but restless and fond of change. The Gemini stones are Agates and Emeralds. Agate talismans were worn by the orientals for eloquence, and adverting ill health, also to bring fortune and good luck. The Greeks and Romans had great faith in AGate amulets, wearing them for health, wealth, and long life. Queen Elizabeth possessed a large engraved Agate, which was supposed to be endowed with magical powers.
The Creation card suggest that your creative powers are at or near their peak and that the raw material from which you can craft new and lasting creations is all around you. The question is can you free your mind from your everyday routines to take advantage of this powerful moment in your life? As Eric Fromm said, “Creativity requires the courage to let go of certainties.” The full force of Creation can only be realized by those who are prepared to sacrifice the comfort concomitant with sticking to the tried and true.
As a daily card, Creation indicates your are currently bursting with creativity. Where others see chaos and waste, you see the stuff from which great things arise. If you have the courage to look beyond the comfort of your day to day life, you have the command to soar creatively at this time.
Sudden changes and endings. Making a final decision. Completing something. Walking away from something or someone. Danger.
Additional information about Today’s Witches Rune, The Scythe….
The Scythe
This symbol is very familiar to most of people, often associated with harvest and death. In the runes, it is no different. The Scythe is related to endings, sudden separations, final decisions, important changes and danger.
The appearance of this symbol show that there’s something in you life you need to bring to end now, before it snowballs into something worse. Usually, the decision that the Scythe forces you to make is one you’d rather escape from… it’s a painful and difficult choice. Even though you know (or feel) it’s for the best, you’ll mourn the fact that it has to happen.
Also, the Scythe is connected to sudden, swift changes that force you to alter completely your plans, strategies and sometimes the very way you see the world. The situation is no longer what it was, your modus operandi no longer works here. Your ideas no longer correspond to the reality. The information you have is no longer accurate, or useful. You need to strain those adaptation muscles and find a way to keep standing while the rug is pulled from under your feet.
Although this rune can represent physical danger, such as accidents or surgeries, many time it refers to sense of foreboding. Something just isn’t right… the fear of loss looms large. Trust these feeling and proceed with caution. This rune can also relate to actual death and all related to it: burials, graveyards, inheritances, heirlooms, legacies and things connected to your ancestry.
In relationship readings, the Scythe suggest caution too. It can represent sudden and irresistible attractions, the kind that inspire people to do crazy things. . Obviously, this rune also represent separations, divorce and conflicts, always leaving a sour aftertaste. The strong passion can quickly transform into strong resentment. In its most positive note, this rune can symbolize relationship that completely transform the people involved.
Amore draws forces together. Love may be in the air. A balance between the sacred and the secular will be found. Strength will be gained by joining forces. Accord between your inner and worldly self will be found.
Today’s Challenge
Justice Reversed
The reversed Justice represents injustice, inequality and a lack of mercy or understanding. Ethics may be crumbling.
Today’s Ally
The Eight of Wands Reversed
Delay seems probable. Jealousy may become a problem
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.
We are tapping into a deep well of primal energy today as potent Pluto harmonizes with the karmic Moon’s Nodes. But we must be careful about what we say because communicator Mercury tensely opposes cranky Mars. The extroverted Leo Moon creates several smooth aspects, emboldening us to express our feelings before considering the consequences. Although we’re not afraid to stand up for the truth now, we may sound more combative than intended.
Aries Horoscope MAR 21 – APR 19
You may feel as if you’re personally under attack when someone criticizes your beliefs. But verbally aggressive behavior doesn’t sit right with you and you could be quick to strike back. Unfortunately, it’s possible that your entire premise is wrong now; others might actually be more supportive than you think. They are likely motivated by the desire to help you rather than bring you down, but you must let them. Build bridges instead of walls if you want to cultivate harmony.
Taurus Horoscope APR 20 – MAY 20
You are quite direct when sharing what’s on your mind today. Your thoughts are grounded in the truth but your unrelenting insistence could put others off. You may be surprised when your words run into a roadblock rather than an open highway if you rub someone the wrong way. Bring it down a notch before you are accused of overselling your agenda. Just remember the old adage about catching more flies with honey than with vinegar and you’ll be fine.
Gemini Horoscope MAY 21 – JUN 20
There are differing schools of thought at work today and they all sound overly complicated in their various approaches. Although you truly believe your way is the most straightforward, you might still need to acquiesce in the name of cooperation now. You will be your own worst enemy as long as you remain self-righteous about your path. Act wisely and compromise for the best results.
Cancer Horoscope JUN 21 – JUL 22
Your friends appreciate your ability to express your thoughts today, but you may get lost in your own ideas if they’re not built on a solid foundation. Nevertheless, you could put on such a dramatic show that everyone thinks you did a great job. However, you know where you fell short of your well-rehearsed presentation. Don’t cry over spilt milk; just clean it up as quickly as you can and jump back into the fray while the odds are in your favor.
Leo Horoscope JUL 23 – AUG 22
The bigger your soapbox is today, the less people will pay attention to your words. The taller the mountaintop from which you are preaching, the more your declaration will fall onto deaf ears. Don’t overestimate the importance of communication now, even if it’s one of the most important tools in your toolbox. Nevertheless, without decisive action to reinforce your message, your ideas won’t materialize into anything tangible. The proof is in the pudding.
Virgo Horoscope AUG 23 – SEP 22
People aren’t sure what you’re really trying to say today, even if you think you’re being crystal clear. Part of the problem is that your priorities are changing and you’re already moving far into the future in your mind. It’s frustrating because finding the right words to bring someone into your new frame of reference seems nearly impossible. Don’t waste your energy stressing about the gulf between you and others. Your focus on the present moment will return in a few days, allowing for a reunion with those you temporarily left behind.
Libra Horoscope SEP 23 – OCT 22
You are defying everyone’s primary assumption about the ambiguous nature of your sign by stepping up to the plate today and making brave decisions regarding your future. Your mind is like a virtual reality generator now; whatever you think actually manifests right before your eyes. But acting too impulsively will come back to haunt you, so avoid any spur of-the-moment choices that could jeopardize your previous achievements. Focus on creating the most positive impact and your success will be inevitable.
Scorpio Horoscope OCT 23 – NOV 21
Feeling as if you’re being pulled into someone’s tractor beam is disturbing, especially if you have an agenda of your own. However, you might be sucked into a conversation that doesn’t even concern you – and your lack of boundaries could prevent you from reaching your own goals. You may be so emotional today that you cry for absolutely no obvious reason at all. Don’t hold back your tears since they can wash away the cares of your soul.
Sagittarius Horoscope NOV 22 – DEC 21
You’re operating with a hidden agenda today and you don’t want others to know what you’re up to yet. But once you start talking, you become so excited with your work that you might forget your secret is worth defending. In fact, you could blurt out your theory before you can support your conclusion. Remember, you only get to make a first impression once, so keep things under wraps until you’re ready to take center stage.
Capricorn Horoscope DEC 22 – JAN 19
You want to approach a job in a very creative manner today, but others don’t know what to make of your unusual behavior. They might even attempt to prevent you from carrying out your tasks in such a radical style. But moderating your position now won’t help you in the long run. It’s been said that a compromise is an agreement where both parties get what neither of them wanted. Instead, dig in your heels and ward off all those who would dampen your enthusiasm. Defend your right to color outside of the lines.
Aquarius Horoscope JAN 20 – FEB 18
You’re not making as much progress at work as you expected and this realization could hit you hard today. You had big plans and high hopes, yet you must face the facts now and consider adjusting your overall trajectory. But reacting too quickly can make matters worse. Don’t change direction; just accept that the cosmos is operating on its own time schedule and not yours. There are many detours on the road to success.
Pisces Horoscope FEB 19 – MAR 20
You can talk about your plans for the day in such a manner that it sounds like you’re fully informed about all the contingencies. However, upon closer analysis, it’s apparent that there are viable possibilities that you have not considered at all. Luckily, time is on your side because a final decision isn’t necessary for a while yet. In the meantime, don’t let your emotions run amok just because everything you want is on the other side of fear.
You are a true networker, frequently reaching out to people and always insatiably curious, even if you have a strong private side. You also possess a real flair for the dramatic. Your drive is powerful and you thrive on challenges. You are witty and always have something interesting to contribute to any conversation.
Famous people born today: Robert Schumann, Barbara Bush, Joan Rivers, Frank Lloyd Wright, Kanye West.
Your Birthday Year Forecast
With the Sun and Moon in a waxing semi-square at the time of your birthday this year, the period ahead is one of new initiatives and action. You possess quite a bit of energy, but you must be aware that emotions color much of what you do this year. It can be hard to be objective as a result.
This can be a year in which you experience important turning points, or you could begin new projects or goals that have a long-term impact on your life.
There are likely to be quite a few doors opening for you this year. Negotiations, marriage, and business partnerships benefit. Artistic talent is emphasized this year, and respected – you can truly shine. You are motivated by the desire to strike a balance in your relationships and in your personal environment. Smooth negotiations with others are sought. You are more diplomatic and gracious this year. This is a good period in your life for social affairs, pleasure, amusement, and romance.
There may be a project, idea, or person that demands much of your attention or occupies much of your thoughts. It’s a strong year for any project or studies that require concentrated effort. You are especially resourceful. You are willing to put in the effort and dedication to a mental interest or project. Business and promotional efforts can thrive. You can experience a strong desire to master a subject or deepen your knowledge and skillset.
However, watch for stress and tension this year. Good energy is with you for energetic mental work, but there can be an argumentative or easy on the trigger quality to you at times during this period that should be watched for. Be careful to avoid cutting words and aggressive driving, and watch for putting ideas into action too quickly.
When it comes to finances or romantic relationships, you may be faced with choices and the need to assess areas of your life that have been neglected or that have become wasteful. There may be some uncertainty in these areas of life at times, and the need to buckle down becomes clear. Spiritual, artistic, or musical endeavors can provide a welcome relief. Disappointments can lead to a stronger sense of reality and purpose.
Your unique manner of expressing and asserting yourself is in focus and appreciated this year. Suppressed anger is more effectively released in creative ways. Physical healing can help inner healing, and vice versa.
Saturn forms an opposition to your Sun in December 2016. Saturn calls upon you to identify the weaker areas of your life, and to fix or strengthen them. Take the time to sort out your life, improve your work, and to become more efficient. Taking a slow and steady approach to life is necessary now. Pushing too hard will likely lead to frustration and setbacks. Take it easy and work on self-improvement. Results are not immediate, but will eventually come and bring healthy rewards.
The year ahead is one of fresh new beginnings. Relationships are in strong focus this year, and harmonizing with others especially important to you. Your charm and attractiveness can be in the spotlight, and artistic tendencies come to the fore. It is easier than ever to express your individuality in a manner that is true to you. This can be a strong period for business endeavors, gaining new insights, strategy, and powers of persuasion. Communications projects move forward. Love and social matters can be up and down at times and the need to buckle down with finances and schedules becomes clear.
2016 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.
2017 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.
Communicating with sensitivity is in order today, dear Aries, and fortunately comes quite naturally now. Two influences that enhance your ability to understand, empathize, and nurture are active now. You are coming across quite well, but it’s not only on the surface of things, as you are also feeling more capable and connected. It’s a good time to make financial plans and to discuss strategies for reaching your goals. Intuition is easy to tap right now, and you may just find that previously irksome problems have a way of resolving themselves now. Problem solving is enhanced regarding work, financial, and practical or mechanical matters. Your vision of an issue is large, and with a broader perspective, the details of any plan seem to fall into place. It could be a good time to ask for a raise or to attract positive feedback from others. Cooperation in relationships is improved today. Even so, if you’ve been stressed over money or various problems in your daily life recently, it’s likely to reach a boiling point tomorrow as Mercury opposes Mats, so do what you can to relax and examine areas that could use some review.
Taurus
Taurus
The Moon moves into your home and family sector early today, dear Taurus, and you can feel a stronger desire to take root, settle in, or even hide away. Even so, you are generous with your time and energy today, and your ability to solve problems, particularly for others, is enhanced. You might even help someone out with healing words of advice. Communications, learning, and transportation are favorable today. Emotional bonds with others can be strengthened today. It’s also a fine time for nurturing a business or business idea, and you can quite effectively draw upon your experience and wisdom to further an idea or project now.
Gemini
Gemini
There are two pleasing aspects affecting you today that enhance your bonds with others and likability, dear Gemini. You can be glowing, ready to share ideas, and approaching life in a modest, sincere way that gets you results. You are a quiet leader right now, setting the trends and making it easy for others to follow along. You can more easily get in touch with your innermost desires and your subconscious mind today. You could be playing a supportive role with someone today, and the advice you have, or simply the fact that you care, can be quite inspiring, and you feel stronger for it. Private time is helpful now, although you are likely to feel quite connected with others. Watch for tension building, particularly surrounding a concern about a private or work/health matter, as your ruler, Mercury, prepares to oppose Mars, bringing problem areas to a head.
Cancer
Cancer
This is a strong day for sorting out problems, dear Cancer. With a tendency to listen as well as express ourselves, communications are more balanced than usual. Your thoughts may turn to travel or higher learning today. You can feel quite supported and supportive – there is a pleasant theme of nurturing and taking care of one another. You can give great advice today, or you can inspire or be inspired by friends and connections. Work relationships can subtly improve right now. Even so, there can be some tension building in your social or romantic life that can come to a head tonight and tomorrow. Try to observe before acting.
Leo
Leo
Receiving new information that helps you out can figure strongly today, dear Leo. The Moon moves into your sign early into the day (Eastern time), and this puts you in the forefront – you’re more visible now. Emotions run on the high side, but you are in control. You have a good head for all practical matters right now, and with a better sense of what is truly feasible, it’s a good time for making plans for finances. Problem solving is favored. As well, others are noticing your special way of looking at things – your perspective – and can feel quite inspired or supported as a result. Sensitive topics can be handled with more ease than usual. Socializing with family and friends can be especially warm and rewarding right now.
Virgo
Virgo
You can find it easier than usual to present your ideas today, dear Virgo, and you might enjoy being in a position to instruct. You have a strong sense for future trends and of your “audience”, and this helps you to both plan accordingly and connect well with others. You’re not one who typically chases a spotlight, but you do feel the need to receive appreciation and respect for the things you quietly do for others. This may come in subtle ways now – and subtle is how you tend to like feedback best as overly showy flattery can leave you feeling uncomfortable at times. For some of you, a financial boost or gift can be part of the picture today. It’s a good time for asking for support, a loan, or help.
Libra
Libra
This is a strong day overall for communications, dear Libra, particularly related to problem areas that require some sensitivity or people skills to navigate. Self-improvement endeavors are highly favored as well, as you are seeing a rather realistic and level-headed view of yourself and can identify areas to work harder on more easily than usual. This is a good time for striking up a conversation about a private or personal matter if this can be a help to you. Others seem to be more willing to listen to you and give you useful feedback, and you reciprocate. Your feedback is objective and considerate. There can also be opportunities to attract people who can help you expand your personal horizons, learn new things, and grow your potential now.
Scorpio
Scorpio
With the Moon at the top of your solar chart today, dear Scorpio, you’re more visible than usual. Today’s communications tend to be useful and responsible. Your ability to put things into perspective can open up doors that were previously closed. This is a fine time to forgive and forget hurts from the past, and to open up the lines of communication about issues that are especially important to you, particularly with a partner, love interest, or child. Allowing yourself to be vulnerable is not always easy for you, but doing so now can improve relationships. Creative ideas tend to come as the result of your interactions with a partner or trusted friend. Desires tend to be more easily met in your relationships with others now, generally because there is more willingness to look for ways to nurture and support one another. Showing your concern and care is important today.
Sagittarius
Sagittarius
Today is strong for strengthening your relationships, dear Sagittarius, through communications and shows of concern and care. The nurturer in you emerges and can be put to good use. For some, this energy can be applied to projects and endeavors – growing an idea or business can be the focus now. Others may be reaching out to people you care about and the results are good. It’s a little easier than usual to solve problems or rise above them when it comes to practical matters. You might also lend a sensitive ear to other people’s problems. There is an easygoing way about how you express yourself now that is especially appealing to others. While conversations can open up important topics now, recent tensions or overthinking can reach a head by tomorrow, particularly related to work and family or professional and personal balance.
Capricorn
Capricorn
Today is strong for domestic and family matters, dear Capricorn, particularly on emotional levels. Your ideas, thoughts, and creative process tend to flow well now, and expressing yourself creatively and affectionately can be rewarding, coming more easily than usual. Your way with words is marked today, and you may be seeking out new, improved, and original ways to express yourself or to stimulate yourself on a mental level. This is a good time for seeing things for their true value, and perhaps for seeing through appearances as well. Relationships with siblings, classmates, and even neighbors can be enhanced now. There can be some tension, however, building in your social life, particularly related to matters of time, energy, and opinion! If you or others have been holding on to resentments, they may be reaching a head tonight and tomorrow.
Aquarius
Aquarius
Today is particularly strong for nurturing friendships through healthy communications, dear Aquarius. You can express your affection quite creatively now, and might bond with a love interest, child, or sibling through shared ideas. With communication skills boosted today, you could find nice outlets for expressing yourself. This is about seeing things you might overlook on a more chaotic day. You might also enjoy handling work and household details today, coming up with some great ideas about these matters as you do. Health can also be a focus and an area for problem solving and fresh, new thinking. There can be a better attitude coming from family and co-workers in general, and this helps fuel your own motivation. You might feel some level of relief and purging as you naturally share something that you’ve been keeping to yourself.
Pisces
Pisces
This can be a good day for communicating more effectively, dear Pisces. This is not just about the words you choose to express yourself, but more that your good intentions shine through. You might benefit from word of mouth or receive some interesting offers now. This is also a good time to feel a connection with someone special, and there can be a nice sense of growth and faith in a relationship. It’s easier now to verbalize exactly what you want, and also to see what others may want as well. Today also brings strong vibes for family or domestic life, particularly on emotional and caring levels. You might purchase something special for the home or take special care of a valuable. It’s a good time, generally speaking, for strategizing along financial lines as well. However, if tension over a chaotic schedule or differing beliefs has been building recently, it may be reaching a head tonight and tomorrow as Mercury and Mars move towards an opposition. Center yourself so that you’ll be able to avoid hasty words and decisions.
The current relationship between Pluto and the North Node (which continues until mid-October) comes as a great blessing. Now more than ever Pluto’s transformative power supports a positive manifestation of our collective destiny. In this motif we see the potential for change which consolidates progress even if, at first glance, there appears much cause for despair.
Throughout June the trine between Pluto and the North Node is further enhanced by a conjunction between the North Node and Jupiter, underscoring hope and countering narratives of doom. It is vital we discern carefully between that which may cause us to fear and those who gratuitously peddle it as a means of control. Fear is not our enemy but an indicator that a part of the self has become split off or denied. We fear not coping with the future because we have lost contact with our inner strength. We fear life will take a turn for the worse when we lose connection with hope. We fear the human race will destroy itself because we’ve lost a vision of our higher potential. Fear shows us where we must reconnect and why. It is our friend, guiding us through the forest of emotions. A powerful ally with gifts to share.
When viewed through the lens of wisdom and embraced with an open heart, fear is our teacher and healer, worthy of respect for the message it brings. Those who use it as a means of control can only succeed as long as we refuse to face it in ourselves. Once known intimately we can assess it, discern its true cause (which is rarely what we first thought!) and decide how best to proceed. Fear may be our greatest friend keeping us safe when self-protection is needed, or it may be our biggest obstacle keeping us scared and small when great courage is required to do what must be done. But without knowing it intimately we cannot discern the difference, nor can we decide what and who should be given the power to influence our lives.
As Pluto trines the North Node it invites us to embrace fear as simply another aspect of the human experience, not something to be avoided at all costs. Neither a sign of weakness nor a prophet of doom, fear reminds us we are growing and changing, stepping out in new ways, encountering things avoided, reaching beyond our comfort zone. It’s a natural response to the challenges we currently face and the possibilities that lie ahead. If we fear the experience of fear we cannot move through it and out the other side victorious. If we turn to face it, own and accept it, fear becomes the courage necessary to strengthen us anew.
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