Monday, September 10, 5:44 am PDT, 8:44 am EDT
The union of Mercury and the Sun in Virgo focuses the lens of self-perception. We see ourselves clearly enough to recognize patterns of behavior and thought that weren’t obvious before. This objectivity helps to define personal goals and leads to corrective action that increases productivity. Communications are likely to improve as thinking and speech convey our true intentions.
Some days there is one major alignment that deserves most of the attention. Today we have that situation when the Sun and Mercury form their Superior Conjunction — aligning at 19 degrees of Virgo (5:45AM PDT). The reality is that the Earth, the Sun and Mercury — moving quickly and on the far side of the Sun — are lined up in the solar system. Dr. Marc Edmund Jones and Dane Rudhyar, two of the most eminent astrologers of the 20th century, would have called this a Full Mercury, when cosmic seed-ideas are attempting to blossom in the minds, hearts and souls of human beings. Stop worrying about things you can’t change. Focus attention on excelling in your literary, verbal, artistic and musical forms of communicating. Athletics and fitness routines are accentuated — thanks to a flowing trine in water signs from the Moon in Cancer to Mars in Scorpio (9:06AM PDT). Because the day and afternoon build up to a supportive, 60-degree link from the Sun to the Moon (10:55PM PDT), you can take advantage of many streams of creative expression to find fulfillment. The love boat enters exotic ports of call overnight as the Moon approaches a parallel to Venus (forming exactly at 3:21AM PDT tomorrow). If you are flying solo, be an artistic whirlwind or reach out to give a friend a helping hand.
This is one of those days when hope is trying to spring eternal due to the monthly lunar union with Jupiter in Gemini (4:14AM PDT). Anytime the Moon hooks up with providential and happy-go-lucky Jupiter, there can be a feeling that fortunate vibes are present and that golden opportunities are within your grasp. However, just two hours after the lunar rendezvous with Jupiter, the Last Quarter Sun-Moon Phase clocks in (activating 17 degrees of Virgo and Gemini at 6:16AM PDT). There is a need to cut through obstacles in your path — particularly your mental and even spiritual pathway. Even if you don’t perceive a block or frustration preventing you from moving upward and onward, you may need to meditate for clarity and lift your consciousness to higher levels of awareness. The cosmos gives you a further enhancement several hours later when the Moon unites with Vesta (1:45PM PDT). This is a reminder to make sure you are protecting your home and business environments, and that your insurance coverage is up to date. Learn more about stock, bond, precious-metal and commodity markets to strengthen your investment IQ. A fellowship gathering or sisterhood meeting may be in the works. Another potential pothole today is that Mercury in Virgo squares Jupiter in Gemini (5:15PM PDT). Think carefully before you speak and act. Moving too fast or trying to do too many things at the same time can backfire. Slow your tempo and really commune with the birds, trees and sky. Let the good times roll later tonight at one of your favorite places of entertainment as the Moon in Gemini approaches its monthly union with productive, nurturing Ceres (forming exactly at 2:07AM PDT tomorrow morning).
If we are gauging the power of each 24-hour time-period from the vantage point of challenging versus supportive aspects, then today is very potent, but with the tendency toward discord. The reason is that the two largest celestial bodies — the Sun in Virgo and Jupiter in Gemini — are in a 90-degree formation or, literally, at cross purposes (3:16AM PDT). That kind of cosmic set-up alone would be suffice to make this a precarious day on Planet Earth when you would need to be extra careful and monitor your behavior to avoid saying or doing something to offend a family member, friend or colleague. Arrogance, greed and self-centeredness are out; magnanimity and humility are in. However, you also have to jump through other celestial hoops as Pallas squares Pluto (6:07AM PDT), Venus makes an off-kilter, 150-degree link to far-out Neptune (1:54PM PDT) while Mercury is contra-parallel Saturn (2:05PM PDT). As the modern saying goes, with friends like these who needs enemies? The bottom line is that you need to visualize yourself as a hurdler in the Olympics, leaping high to go over those gates in your path in order to make it to the finish line and win some kind of medal. Eight celestial bodies are attempting to wreak havoc and your job is to be a Rock of Gibraltar for dear ones under duress and needing assistance. Fortunately, the Sun chimes in with an inspirational, 72-degree rapport to Juno (11:44PM PDT). Will this be a case of too little too late? Perhaps, but it is at least a step in the right direction of trying to empower human beings instead of undermining their confidence and sense of self-worth.
A stressful situation at work may activate old memories of past hurts, even if the current circumstances aren’t exactly the same. But your subconscious mind isn’t focused on the differences, creating a cascade of fantasies that bring up uncertainty or even fear. Thankfully, the Pisces Full Moon lights up your 12th House of Spirituality, helping to dissipate negativity and allowing you to be more fully present in what’s happening right now.
You may feel as if you need more attention from others today as the Pisces Full Moon illuminates your 11th House of Friends and Associates. However, you would be wise to depend less on everyone else and just do something extra nice for yourself now. Your feelings are on a rollercoaster ride and anything that you can do to help settle them down is a good idea. Being creative in your pursuit of pleasure is the key to your satisfaction.
A confusing situation that develops on the job may have you ready to hide out at home as the Pisces Full Moon shines in your 10th House of Career. But you cannot just skip out on your work today, even if you’re feeling stressed. Instead of wishing you could retreat, change your attitude. Don’t try to second-guess what others want. Do what makes the most sense rather than trying to live up to other people’s expectations.
You’re particularly sensitive to the imaginative Pisces Full Moon in your 9th House of Big Ideas because it stirs up visions of journeys to far-off places and distant times. Whether you’re experiencing sweet nostalgia for the past or a deep yearning for the future, today’s dreams are not about the present moment. However, these fantasies can shed light on your current feelings if you take time to explore the symbolism arising from your subconscious.
You may feel the emotional stress associated with today’s watery Pisces Full Moon flooding your 8th House of Transformation. Unfortunately, you might not be ready to evolve in ways that are now being required of you. Intuitively, you know that the old road is changing as new paths appear. This could be a difficult transition, but keep in mind that your future happiness depends on your ability to let go of the past.
With the Sun in your sign, today’s Pisces Full Moon occupies your 7th House of Partnerships, making it difficult to understand what’s happening in a relationship. Everything might not go exactly as planned. Your mind is illuminated with sparks of awareness that electrify your feelings. Once awakened by the truth, it isn’t easy to go back to sleep. If you need to make changes in a relationship, at least remember to be kind in the process.
A co-worker might be working to undermine your efforts today with the Pisces Full Moon influencing your 6th House of Employment, yet it’s difficult to uncover the details of who or why. Something unexpected may occur on the job that suddenly brings a new awareness to the current situation, but everything doesn’t necessarily come to the surface. Focus on what is already on your plate. Don’t waste your precious energy trying to fight an unknown enemy.
People you know are coming out of the hidden corners of your life, bringing light and energy to you. The imaginative Pisces Full Moon brightens your 5th House of Fun and Games today, offering a sense of spontaneity that is charging up these supportive relationships as they add excitement to your sometimes quite-serious world. Forget about being in control now; let go and have a good time.
If you’re obsessing about long-term objectives, your career can have a negative impact on your home life today. However, the Pisces Full Moon occupies your 4th House of Domestic Conditions, highlighting family issues that may require you to readjust your priorities. If you are too focused on your work and your role out in the community, this is a fantastic time to make changes to bring your life back into a healthier balance.
The visionary Pisces Full Moon in your 3rd House of Immediate Environment reminds you to push beyond the social constraints that often make you feel safe. However, comfort is not the answer. You are pushing the edges of the envelope and opening to new and exciting experiences. This isn’t because you want to right now, it’s because you have to. Let go of old memories so they can no longer prevent you from feeling free and happy.
You may struggle with a financial decision today as the elusive Pisces Full Moon floods your 2nd House of Resources. You might need to rethink your strategy if you discover that your facts are wrong. But instead of isolating yourself with your worries, lean on someone you trust. Others could come through with the exact information you need now to make the right choice.
It’s extremely difficult to hold back the flow of feelings now as the Full Moon shines in your 1st House of Personality. You are probably displaying your emotions, whether you intend to or not. The problem is that your moods can fluctuate faster than greased lightning, so what you say may not reflect your needs just an hour or two later. Thankfully, you don’t need to justify yourself every time you change your mind.
by Jeff Jawer
Feelings flow freely with a Full Moon in dreamy Pisces setting the tone on Friday morning. This lunar opposition to the Sun in realistic Virgo represents a potential conflict between emotions and obligations. Make the time to take care of business so that it doesn’t get in the way when you’re ready to play. Imaginative Pisces can spur romantic feelings that flourish in a fantasy world. Getting away from ordinary activities to tap into the magic of music, art, and nature help us let go of stress, drop resentment or anger, and connect in uncomplicated ways. The Moon’s dynamic square with enthusiastic Jupiter adds optimism to Friday evening, encouraging adventurous behavior.
We can float through Saturday on the wings of imagination before a late night lunar entry into fiery Aries kicks into gear. We’re out of the clouds and into a world of immediate and strong reactions. This may be exciting, but it’s unlikely to be calm or peaceful. Breaking ground by connecting with someone new or pushing the social envelop has its risks.
Sunday’s especially complex with the Moon’s stressful midday aspects to provocative Pluto and rebellious Uranus pushing us to extremes. Freedom needs rise along with restlessness that’s best met by exploring different kinds of people and experiences
Get ready for a very special Full Moon! Not only is the Full Moon in Pisces on August 31 about compassion and spirituality, but it’s also a Blue Moon — which only happens every, well, once in a Blue Moon.
This Full Blue Moon in Pisces is special because of its ability to melt boundaries between people. It’s all about compassion and feeling empathy for others, and it’s a time when we are connected with many unseen spiritual forces.
Now is a time to forgive people, let go of worry and grudges, step back from the pressures of your daily routine and tap into something larger than you. Imagination will be heightened now, so use it to find your own sense of peace.
It’s important to note this Full Moon in Pisces is also forming an opposition aspect to the Virgo Sun, which could add a critical element to the Full Moon’s energy.
Virgo is very precise and detail oriented, where Pisces is more dreamy and abstract. Therefore, this opposition could pit compassion against criticism, free-flowing thoughts against particular details, and going with the flow vs. over-analyzing everything.
That could create some friction, but if you can remember to just go with the flow around this Full Moon, there will be no limits when it comes to putting your feelings and faith into action.
Friday, August 31, 6:58 am PDT, 9:58 am EDT
The Pisces Moon seeks to wash away the boundaries between us and within us. It’s about dissolving the differences that keep us apart from others and from ourselves. The goal is communion and the way to reach it is with compassion. Yet this is a lunar opposition to the Sun in precise and particular Virgo where every little detail counts. Knowing when to focus on specifics and when to let them fade into the background is the story of this Full Moon. While feelings are more sensitive and spirituality enhanced by the Moon’s conjunction with Pisces’ ruling planet Neptune, an energetic trine from passionate Mars in Scorpio provides an instinctual sense of direction and focus when it’s time to put dreams and faith into action
You may be charging through these days with newfound excitement, but a familiar friend is knocking at a hidden door of your own subconscious. Old issues are brought to light that you might have thought were resolved a long time ago. However, the unconscious mind isn’t limited by our sense of linear time. Allow the thoughts from your past to resurface now, for they are messengers that can help you remember what is important to your journey.
A problem may not come to a head today, but it still feels as if a power struggle is brewing with someone close to you. There are parts of this conflict that might not be out in the open yet. Although neither of you have all the facts, it won’t necessarily prevent the current standoff. If you feel that you are being pushed around, try your best to be flexible in your response since this can help ameliorate the tension in the air.
An interaction with a powerful person today may leave you wondering what happened and why you even jumped into the fray. This isn’t a negative situation, but it might be difficult to remain detached from the drama unfolding in your immediate surroundings. Even if you try to push it out of sight, it’s not going to go away. Don’t waste energy fighting it. Summon your inner courage now and let your feelings, not your logic, guide your way.
You may be resentful about something you are required to do now. Your inner voice is telling you to grit your teeth and just finish your chores, while a second voice is encouraging you to express your feelings in protest. You are caught between these extremes, wondering what to do. If you are angry, it’s best to share your concerns as kindly as you can or the suppressed energy will come back and bite you when you least expect it.
You could inadvertently instigate an argument by overreacting to a situation on the home front today. It sounds like a good idea to sidestep confrontation, but there is a price to pay for keeping silent. You may feel as if you’re walking through an emotional minefield now, but being truthful is still your best option. Set your fears aside; no one needs to get hurt if you are considerate of other people’s boundaries. Expressing your feelings is the first step toward clearing the air. Listen to the response you receive with an open heart.
The pace of your daily routine speeds up today, but you would rather block out the world for a while so you can recharge your batteries. Unfortunately, checking out from your responsibilities isn’t as simple as you wish. Even if you manage to escape, it probably won’t last for long. Don’t fight against the flow. Cooperating with others relieves the pressure and sets a good example for everyone to follow.
You want to be practical now while fulfilling your obligations. Even just taking care of your finances by paying bills and balancing your checkbook can give you a feeling of accomplishment now. But don’t be afraid to think about your personal values and how to better integrate them into your life. Thankfully, setting goals doesn’t mean you need to reach them today; just aim yourself in the right direction. There’s more time to get there than you think.
You are feeling frisky now that powerful Mars and the emotional Moon are in passionate Scorpio to turn up the heat. You are itching with excess desires and attractions, but may not know what to do with all your energy. Physical exercise is a good idea; even a relaxing walk will help to keep things flowing. Your tendency is to bite off more than you can chew, so monitor your actions before you find yourself in over your head.
You are riding a surge of intense subconscious energy today, like a surfer on a powerful wave. You like the excitement; the adrenaline rush makes you feel fully alive. Just don’t get so distracted that you lose touch with your unexpressed feelings. You may have an opportunity for increased intimacy now, but you have to be willing to take a different kind of risk. Instead of avoiding the discomfort of vulnerability, discuss your desires with someone you trust.
You can kick back today and contemplate your current position in life. Naturally, there is always something else to do and more goals to accomplish, but just spending time with friends or family now brings you great joy. However, beneath your apparent happiness you could be struggling with a more serious issue that you aren’t ready to share. Don’t judge yourself too harshly if you decide to enjoy yourself while you can. The existential questions of life will still be there when you return to them later on.
Your astute perspective inspires you to be hopeful, no matter how bleak the global economic or political landscapes are now. Even if it seems like the rest of the world has gone mad, you don’t have to accept defeat in your personal world. Be relentless in your pursuit of a more meaningful life for you and those you love. Your optimism and persistence enable you to rise above the chaos and do the right thing.
There’s an underlying tension that is creating a struggle between who you want to be and what your partner or friends expect from you. There may not be an easy resolution to this dilemma, but you still might believe that things will resolve if you just hang on. This is a dangerous strategy because you can talk yourself out of taking the necessary action that would bring you closer to happiness. Instead of clinging to an illusion now, seek concrete ways to make positive changes in the present moment.
Thursday, August 23, 8:24 am PDT, 11:24 am EDT
The warrior planet’s entry into its watery home sign amplifies passion and intensity. The best way to harness this power is to eliminate distractions and concentrate efforts where they are most needed. When desire is strong we can push through pain and disappointment to overcome obstacles and deepen meaningful alliances. Persistence is an ally when it’s used to resolve a difficult problem or to reach a worthy goal, yet holding on to anger or resentment is a less admirable application of Mars’ power. If you’re going to fight, make sure that it’s for the right cause
The sun now relinquishes its astrological rulership of the heavens and cedes it to Mercury, the ruling planet of Virgo, the sign whose zodiacal month begins 
today. The planet whose namesake is the quick-witted Roman messenger God will impart an intelligent, curious, and communicative flavor to the coming days, along with adaptability, sociability, and a lively contrariness that may be redoubled by Virgo’s mutable, or changeable, quadruplicity. By contrast, the element of earth is a practical, productive, and grounding influence, while a feminine (negative or passive) polarity provides receptiveness, thoughtfulness and supportive tendencies.
Do as they did in ancient Rome today and observe the Volcanalia by dedicating your day to Vulcan, the smithy God of Fire. The Romans hoped to placate Vulcan by burning fish on his altar. Replicate this offering with a barbecue!
By Annie B. Bond
Ever wish you could fly? Your sun sign is traditionally associated with different birds that can carry messages to the Great Spirit for you, offer spirit-support and healing, or sing a song for your soul.
Find out which birds are your horoscope birds of power here.
Aries, March 21-April 19: Vulture, magpie, robin.
Taurus, April 20-May 21: Dove, sparrow, swan.
Gemini, May 22-June 20: Parrot, linnet, eagle, finch.
Cancer, June 21-July 22: Seagull, owl, white peacock.
Leo, July 23- Aug. 22: Peacock, rooster, eagle.
Virgo, Aug. 23-Sept. 22: Rooster, magpie, parrot.
Libra, Sept. 23-Oct. 22: Dove, swan, sparrow.
Scorpio, Oct. 23-Nov. 21: Eagle, vulture.
Sagittarius, Nov. 22-Dec. 21: Eagle, peacock, bird of paradise.
Capricorn, Dec. 22-Jan. 19: Owl, falcon.
Aquarius, Jan. 20-Feb. 18: Cuckoo, albatross.
Pisces, Feb. 19-March 20: Swan, stork, sandpiper.
The Sun’s entrance into meticulous Virgo makes you slightly uncomfortable because you find it challenging to focus on the details. You want to get up and do something right away. However, the Virgo Sun reminds you some things are worth waiting for now. Thankfully, your patience is rewarded later in the day when optimism replaces negativity. Don’t let your impatience get the best of you; concentrate on your long-term goals rather than immediate gratification.
The earthy Virgo Sun feels easy because it naturally reinforces your pragmatic approach to life. The month ahead can bring you several significant realizations about your relationships. Fortunately, you don’t need to be concerned about success versus failure. All you have to think about is doing what’s right. Keep your feet on the ground and listen to your heart.
You are probably more stressed by the information in your life now than by the company you keep. Nevertheless, it’s crucial to set priorities and decide which data is the most useful. The situation grows more complex as the Sun moves into thoughtful Mercury’s other sign, Virgo. A family member may demand a solution, but answers are elusive. Don’t respond if it means compromising your intellectual integrity.
It’s a communication-oriented day, and the Sun’s presence in rational Virgo motivates you to sift through your ideas and eliminate the ones that don’t stand up to your high standards. The problem is that the speed of events in your immediate surroundings might accelerate to an unsustainable pace. Fortunately, your analytical skills help you juggle the various parts of your life. But trying to manage everything now only makes you more anxious. It’s admirable to set your goals high, but give yourself plenty of time to reach them.
You may have mixed emotions today as the Sun leaves your sign to begin its month-long stay in cautious Virgo. The lights were shining brightly on you the past few weeks and it felt good. However, now it’s someone else’s turn to take center stage. Although you might feel relieved, it’s likely that you also feel a bit let down. Step out of the spotlight; once you are behind the scenes you can take the momentum you’ve gained and turn it into something that is real and lasting.
This is your special time of year to be reinvigorated by the radiant Sun’s life force. Although you may start off in a bad mood, your attitude improves throughout the day. Look back over your previous year to take stock in what you’ve accomplished, re-evaluate your present path, and visualize the year ahead. Blow out the candles in your imagination and make your wishes come true.
It’s time to get down to business so you can finish what you already started. But if you catch yourself daydreaming today, gently pull your thoughts back to the present moment. Maintain a high level of objectivity so you can respond to specific situations in your immediate surroundings without being emotional. This isn’t the best time to fantasize about the future; instead, be pragmatic now and concentrate on the work at hand.
The precision of the exacting Virgo Sun stirs the deep passions that motivate you Scorpios, both for better and for worse. You can erupt from the heat of the center of the volcano into the blue sky of hopes and dreams. But this is not about the appearance of random fantasies of better times and different places. Your current vision is about the very real goals you are creating now to drive yourself right into your co-created future.
Your big Sagittarius energy may be at odds with the attention to minute details that is required by the narrowing Virgo Sun this month. But there are rewards for you Archers who shoot your arrows of intention high into the night sky while also concentrating on your work and career. Set aside some of your grandiose plans today so you can put one foot carefully in front of the other. Great journeys begin with a single small step. There will be time for giant leaps later on once you’re already on the move.
You Mountain Goats like to dig your hooves into solid ground, and you get your chance now that the Sun is entering earthy Virgo. It seems like there are specific things you must do today and you’re eager to perform to the best of your abilities. Applying careful analysis to the situation and letting others know what you think is the best course of action.
It’s challenging to settle down today, even if you skipped your morning coffee. You feel like a mosquito nervously buzzing around waiting for a summer storm that never arrives. You may find it difficult to solve a problem; just as you figure out what needs to be done, the circumstances change and a totally different solution is required. Stay light on your feet and be ready to respond to the situation as it evolves.
Relationship issues are on your mind now that the Sun’s visit to your 7th House of Partners emphasizes your interactions with others. But you might not understand a co-worker as much as you would like, possibly creating an insurmountable gulf between you and someone else. Nevertheless, it may be wise to temporarily bury your feelings and downplay your intuition. Keep in mind that this isn’t a life-altering change; it’s simply what the day’s energy requires.
Wednesday, August 22, 10:07 am PDT, 1:07 pm EDT
The solar ingress into pragmatic Virgo takes the expressive drive and amorous qualities of the previous sign Leo and brings them down to earth. It’s a time to sharpen skills and refine our systems to become more competent and efficient. Self-analysis is constructive when we learn from these observations and take corrective action rather than simply dwelling on our imperfections. We don’t have to fix every fault to make progress with this transit; small changes in key areas can have profoundly positive effects.
This year’s solar shift from Leo to Virgo (10:08AM PDT) could be a real humdinger. First of all, a short void lunar cycle clocks in at 12:14AM PDT and lasts until 12:55AM PDT when the Moon enters the passionate energy-field of Scorpio. Then, before you know it, the Sun makes a contra-parallel to Mars (2:53AM PDT) while after the Sun enters Virgo (10:08AM PDT), the other shoe falls and the Sun makes a contra-parallel to Neptune (1:59PM PDT). Just yesterday, Mars and Neptune were parallel and co-creating all kinds of earthly mayhem. The Moon added its two cents on Tuesday as well as it formed parallels to Mars and Neptune. With the Sun making its presence known today by lambasting Mars and Neptune by the equivalent of a polarity, we now have a whole lot more murkiness, anxiety, confusion and unsettled conditions to handle with hoped-for expertise. Fortunately, just one minute before the Sun-Neptune contra-parallel at 1:58PM PDT, logic and rational thinking may enter the picture — thanks to an inspirational, 72-degree encounter between Mercury and pragmatist Saturn (1:58PM PDT). An added benefit is Mercury making a supportive, 60-degree tie to mind-expanding Jupiter (3:57PM PDT). Any time that Mercury and Jupiter work together in harmony, the realms of communication and transportation look promising. Express heartfelt sentiments to the object of your affection this evening as the Moon approaches a flowing trine in water signs to Venus (forming exactly at 2:35AM PDT tomorrow).
22 Weodmonath
Day of the Virgin: Beginning of Virgo
Colors: Brown and tan and cream
Element: Earth
Altar: Set with cloth of brown and tan, a sheaf of grain, a winnowing basket, a sickle, and an earthenware cup of clear well water.
Offerings: From the night before to the morning of the following day, all must refrain from sexual congress, and may only touch each other with the fingertips during this time. The day’s work should revolve around the repair of that which is broken or in need of maintenance. Great care should be taken with cleanliness of the body in the morning.
Daily Meal: Vegan.
Invocation to Virgo
Lady who harvests the grain of thought
With the sickle of discrimination,
Lady who works alone
And understands solitude,
Lady whose center is untouched,
Whose gift is Mending,
Bless us with the ability to work hard
At the greatest of tasks,
The Repair of the World,
And to see divine will
In all the tiniest details.
By the power of all that labors,
You challenge us
To perfection.
May we go forth in purity.
(The Virgo chant has no words, but is merely precise notes sung in multi-part harmony. Afterwards, instead of a ritual, all will adjourn to clean the entire building as best they can, save for those who are doing repairs. Virgo would rather see work than anything else. Each should work alone, if possible.)
*Wednesday (Mercury): The conscious mind, study, travel, divination and wisdom
Feast of the Queenship of Mary (English)
Moon Sign: *Libra
*Libra: Favors cooperation, social activities, beautification of surroundings, balance, and partnership
*Waxing Moon
*The Waxing Moon is the ideal time for magick to draw things toward you
Moon enter *Scorpio 3:54 am
*Scorpio: Increases awareness of psychic power. Precipitates psychic crises and ends connections thoroughly. People tend to brood and become secretive.
Moon phase: First Quarter
Incense: Lilac
Color: Brown
Sun enters *Virgo 1:07 pm
*Virgo: Favors accomplishment of details and commands from higher up. Focuses health, hygiene, and daily schedules.
by Cait Johnson
With the ancient Celtic festival of Lughnasadh (sometimes called Lammas) on August 1, we enter the time of sacred harvest, when our thoughts turn to the spiritual gifts and accomplishments we have gathered over the past growing season.
Let your sun sign ask questions and suggest deep new ways to appreciate your own inner growth and process. Your horoscope can help you to a rich and bountiful spirit harvest.
You may want to let the following questions be the starting place for meditation.
Aries, March 21-April 19: When did you have an opportunity to do something meaningful in the service of your beliefs? How did your energetic zeal or even passionate anger over some injustice make a positive difference?
Taurus, April 20-May 21: How did your caretaking and patience help nurture a difficult situation? In what ways did your attention help encourage someone or something to grow and become stronger?
Gemini, May 22-June 20: Which ideas, out of the many you have had, excited you most? How did your willingness to be inspired and communicate give fresh energy to a situation?
Cancer, June 21-July 22: When did your strong and sensitive feelings give you insight on the best way to understand someone? How did you allow yourself to emerge from vulnerability or shyness to be deeply touched by someone or something?
Leo, July 23- Aug 22: When did you shine most brightly? What situations or events caused you to rise to the occasion and radiate positive good energy?
Virgo, Aug 23-Sept 22: How did you bring order to your life or someone else’s? In what ways did your wisdom about nourishment and bodily healing help yourself or another?
Libra, Sept 23-Oct 22: How did you create beauty in your life or someone else’s? What situations gave you the opportunity to bring harmony and balance to the world?
Scorpio, Oct 23-Nov 21: What have you learned in your explorations of the deep places? What wisdom about the nature of deep and deathless connection have you gained?
Sagittarius, Nov 22-Dec 21: What interesting places or people have inspired you most? How did you make helpful connections between others?
Capricorn, Dec 22-Jan 19: What projects did you bring to completion? In what ways did you make someone’s life more easeful or pleasant?
Aquarius, Jan 20-Feb 18: What spiritual ideas or concepts excited you most? How were you able to share your passion for alternative ways of understanding spirituality with others?
Pisces, Feb 19-March 20: What acts of selfless service did you perform? How did you gain a deeper understanding and compassion for the suffering in the world?
*Monday (Moon): Peace, sleep, healing, compassion, friends, psychic awareness, purification and fertility.
Constitution Day (Hungarian)
Moon Sign: *Virgo
*Virgo: Favors accomplishment of details and commands from higher up. Focuses on health, hygiene and daily schedules.
*Waxing Moon
*The Waxing Moon is the ideal time for magick to draw things toward you.
Moon enters Libra 12:45 am
Moon phase: First Quarter
Incense: Narcissus
Color: Silver
Ever wish you could fly? Your sun sign is traditionally associated with different birds that can carry messages to the Great Spirit for you, offer spirit-support and healing, or sing a song for your soul.
Find out which birds are your horoscope birds of power here.
Aries, March 21-April 19: Vulture, magpie, robin.
Taurus, April 20-May 21: Dove, sparrow, swan.
Gemini, May 22-June 20: Parrot, linnet, eagle, finch.
Cancer, June 21-July 22: Seagull, owl, white peacock.
Leo, July 23- Aug. 22: Peacock, rooster, eagle.
Virgo, Aug. 23-Sept. 22: Rooster, magpie, parrot.
Libra, Sept. 23-Oct. 22: Dove, swan, sparrow.
Scorpio, Oct. 23-Nov. 21: Eagle, vulture.
Sagittarius, Nov. 22-Dec. 21: Eagle, peacock, bird of paradise.
Capricorn, Dec. 22-Jan. 19: Owl, falcon.
Aquarius, Jan. 20-Feb. 18: Cuckoo, albatross.
Pisces, Feb. 19-March 20: Swan, stork, sandpiper.
Inspired by Earth Magic, by Claire Nahmad (Inner Traditions, 1994).
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