TRANSITING NEPTUNE QUINCUNX SUN

When Neptune transits the natal chart, it is important that we see things as they are, not as we wish them to be. 

Neptune tends to colour our view and often puts a haze or veil on situations.  The saying “Seeing through rose-colored glasses” fits this situation perfectly as, under this influence, we tend to put people or life’s conditions high on a pedestal. 

This can become disheartening when the veil is lifted and we finally see things as they actually are.  Much, of course, will depend on the aspects that transiting Neptune is making to other natal planets, the planets involved and the houses they are located in within the Astrology chart.  The house Neptune is transiting through will also be of utmost importance as this is reflective of the area of life which is involved.  With today’s focus of Neptune Quincunx (150 degrees) the Sun you would also want to take into consideration the Sun’s placement by house position with our personal chart.

The Sun has to do with our life’s goals, ambitions and our ability to succeed in life.  It helps us find our path, controls our destiny, deals with our vitality and sometimes refers to the father or important masculine or dominant people in our life. 

When Neptune is in transit to our Sun by quincunx, also known as inconjunct, it often speaks of a time when we need to or should make some alterations or adjustments to our plans.  Neptune can make us a little dreamy concerning what it is we want to manifest in our life.  The quincunx aspect has also been linked to health concerns but there has to be other factors pointing in the same direction in the chart for this to have any influence.

Sometimes these adjustments are rather subtle in nature, and we do not have to do too much in order to get on track.  Other times, this is not the case.  We may have been fooling ourselves for some time. This can suggest that it is time for a reality check although at other times we can get inspirational assistance once we begin to make alterations and accept what is in front of us.  We might want to go to outside sources for further guidance on what it is we are doing or what it is we believe is happening.

Much will depend on the house transiting Neptune is moving through.  Neptune moves slowly and will spend many years in one house.  This area of life will become activated when Neptune transits other natal positions.  

We will also need to see where natal Neptune is located in the chart as this provides further information as to what areas of life are involved and how things might unfold.  The natal aspects to Neptune will also provide information that might assist with understanding what is taking place now.

If transiting Neptune makes favorable aspects to other natal positions, this can be a time of great revelation and intuitive insight.  The psychic realms can become more intriguing, and you should pursue these expressions and delve deeper to get an understanding of what this might mean for you.  Neptune is a mystical planet and offers insight into the psychic realm. 

You can allow an orb of influence of 5-7 degrees approaching and as it nears exactitude, the energies will strengthen.  The energies begin to fade as Neptune passes out of orb after being direct by 2 degrees of separation.  If Neptune moves into retrograde during this timeframe, it can have several passes over the same degree and be quite influential.  The first exact pass however, is usually the most powerful.

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YOUR LIFE ACCORDING TO YOU

This is a time of awakening for many.  We each recognize that we are on a specific path of our own choosing.  We know that we create with our thoughts and focus.  We are open to understanding how the ego manipulates and its efforts to maintain a tight hold on us.  We can recognize ego’s chatter, although it can sneak in and still manipulate at times. 

Many of us have questions why we enter this life experience as the person we are.  We even ponder why we have picked this specific time in the evolution of our world and we as a people.  Why is “now” so significant to OUR evolutionary growth?

Each of us has our part in the process and development even if we do not recognize it.  This is not a statement of grandeur.  Simply, every link in a chain has its purpose.  Many have mentioned that it feels as though their specific part is only minor, yet the single contribution by each of us has a profound effect overall.

There are many times throughout life that we have to remind ourselves that we have chosen this life and each and every experience, all of its ups and downs.  Each event, somehow, leads to our development and growth. 

We must honour ourselves and live up to our own personal standards.   We must be persistent in our efforts yet accept that there will be times that we will sway as this is part of the human experience.  Swaying from what we perceive as our path is part of our journey.  We will always be able to continue on our path when we silence our minds and open our hearts. 

If we find ourselves being doubtful, we can ask, “Is this ego’s voice?” or “Will these thoughts assist me?”.  Once we have asked, quieted our mind in meditation and waited for the answer, we will always find reliability answers when we confront issues with these questions.  We must, however, quiet our minds, allow honesty and be open to the answers.

Our reality, which we are constantly creating, exists because of our focus in this moment (a formulated thought). 

Pay close attention to what it is that you are creating. 

Remind yourself of who you truly are, (a spiritual being residing in a physical body). 

You are as powerful as any other creation because you are part of the whole, a part of the Source energy. 

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CERES IN ASPECT

Today is our final section with our focus on Ceres.  We will look at aspects.  Previously, we looked at Ceres in general, the houses and the signs on March 13, 18 & 25, 2019.

As mentioned on March 18, when we speak of Ceres in the signs, it defines the way we might approach healing and also how we might uncover and own-up to our darker side.  If we were to take Ceres in Aries for example our way of healing would be in a very forward manner.  We might even act out our own desires to help and those that we try to assist and mother may not even want our assistance.  With Ceres in Aries it is always wise to ascertain whether or not those we are helping actually want our help.  When in this sign, we would be rather aggressive and probably feel as though we would know what is best for that person. 

We can also relate this information to ourselves and we might take an aggressive route to heal or nurture our self.  This would also apply to reaching out and finding our darker corners and then dealing appropriately or hopefully appropriately with these shadow issues.

When we speak of Ceres in the houses, which was touched on in our post on March 23, the house will provide information on where we apply our mothering nature towards others and ourselves.  For example, Ceres in the fifth house would be someone who uses love and affection to help the healing process or provide nurturing for those in need.  Remember this applies directly to how we would nurture ourselves with Ceres in the fifth house as well.  We may also work diligently on this with our children and lover with the hope that we would receive some recognition for our efforts. 

When becoming aware of our darker corners, we would approach this in a caring and nurturing manner, perhaps by being open with ourselves and allowing love to do most of the work with our fifth house example.

When we look at Ceres by aspect (and this can be through transit as well as natally), we need to look at the aspect in question and whether they are challenging ones or not.  It is also important to note which planet is making the aspect and bringing their energies into our lives. 

Transits are temporary while making aspects.  How tight the aspect is between Ceres and whatever planet or angle is involved would define how much of a challenge it is or might be or how much of an easy flow there may be and how we can use these energies appropriately throughout our lives. 

Some Astrologers have found that a separating aspect natally suggests that the issue is resolved although if the aspect is very tight there might still be still some energies yet to unfold. 

An applying aspect suggests that the problem or easy flow of the aspect is yet to be used appropriately to become a concrete means to assist one in the long haul.

There is a huge difference between a square to Saturn and a trine to Jupiter although the house position and sign position would have to be considered while defining these energies and how they might unfold.  Saturn does tend to restrict things and present us with lessons to learn while Jupiter usually suggests potential growth and expansion and good luck.  A clear understanding with respect to the rest of the chart would also have to be taken into consideration. 

Ceres’ energy is all about nurturing and being nurtured.  The way we nurture and receive nurturing is suggested by the positioning and aspects to the placement of Ceres. 

As mentioned in a previous post in our Ceres series, Ceres is yet to be analysed clearly and only time and gathered information will help the full understanding of its energies.

https://holmastrology.blogspot.com/2019/03/ceres-in-houses.html - Ceres in the Houses
https://holmastrology.blogspot.com/2019/03/ceres-in-signs.html - Ceres in the Signs
https://holmastrology.blogspot.com/2019/03/ceres-in-astrology.html - Ceres in Astrology

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ENHANCED OPPORTUNITIES

We are fortunate to continually expansion of our insights and an understanding of our own true nature.  We are uncovering the secrets behind natural living and we can practice these basics daily.  

Some of us are graced with a natural recognition of these and the utilization of the potential within.  Some individuals are clearly on this path and inspire others along their way.  They are a beacon in our journey.

It IS a beautiful life no matter the strife experienced from time to time.  As we develop our understanding, we recognize that there are important lessons behind these times of strife and many of us have learned to actually welcome these lessons into our lives.  We understand that in challenging ourselves and opening up to awareness, we uncover dimensions of ourselves and of this reality that we did not previously know existed.  How fortunate are we to comprehend this?

Experiences met with resistance leaves us with an unpleasant reality. 

What a wonderful gift to be free to accept life’s events with open arms.  With this mental attitude, we are coming to understand the ego and its plight.  We can acknowledge that we are not part of ego nor is it a part us.  We have the potential of finding a life free of its influence but only through awareness can this happen.

Why are some so caught up in life’s events?  They simply are not ready to comprehend this realization but their evolutionary state knows when the time is right.  Do not judge those that do not comprehend, they are walking their own path.  They have chosen their journey and will experience what they need to experience for their own personal growth. We must accept this even when it hurts  (to stand back, watch and accept).  Who are we to judge or force our opinion on others?

We cannot heal others if we have not first taken care of our own wounds.  We can neither hurry our own personal evolution nor the personal evolution of someone else.  Patience they say is a virtue and we must certainly learn this. 

Be patient with yourself and appreciate the distance you have already travelled.

Allow peace even in the face of adversity.  Be strong particularly under these conditions.

Offer assistance to those that are ready to hear your message and your help. 

Know that you are moving in your intended direction.

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CERES IN THE HOUSES

We continue our look at Ceres which began on March 13, 2019, and touched on the signs and Ceres on March 18, 2019.  Today we will focus on the houses.

The houses in Astrology have to do with areas of life.  Any planet or body in a house will use its energies and allocate it to that particular area of life.  For example, Mars has to do with energy and wherever you find Mars in the natal chart will be where you expend a lot of energy.  Mars in the tenth house would suggest that this individual would invest a lot of energy and drive towards reaching their objectives.  This may include making a name for themselves through their occupation or striving towards becoming known for what they have done with themselves in this life.

Ceres on the other hand has to do with nurturing and motherhood and the urge to protect.  It also has to do with the ways we provide for ourselves and for those we care for through acts of giving and how we work towards providing for our families.

For example, Ceres in the second house would suggest that this individual’s nurturing abilities would come through being reliable and providing stability to our family through money or emotional stability.  The second house has to do with our financial situation, material belongings, and the stability these things provide.  On a deeper level it has to do with stability in life.  This, as mentioned, can be measured in financial terms or through the ability to provide a guiding force to help others. 

These matters will also relate to our own personal needs connected to what was discussed.

When Ceres is found in the third house, emotional interaction and physical attentiveness may be created through communicational abilities.  When this individual needs support rather than providing a shoulder for someone to lean on and offering emotional support, they may support through communication tools.  This individual may be more of a talker with a little less emotional response being attached.  They would possibly offer a rational interchange as support.  They could offer their support in day to day activities and provide informative resolutions or ideas to help propel others forward.

Ceres in the eighth house, for example, may suggest that this individual offers their support or nurturing through deep internal examination which in turn would make others delve deep within themselves to uncover not only the resolution to problems but also the reason for these problems.  They may offer up assistance that may not be easy to handle and in some cases for those more emotionally sensitive, the eighth house approach could instigate arguments or uneasiness as these individuals cause deep truths to be brought to the surface. 

Sometimes the truth can be challenging and ego disputes may be commonplace when trying to assist others when coming from the energies of the eighth house.  Being a little more gentle might be helpful, although emotionally these people would “feel” what is taking place in other people’s lives.  Those with the eighth house Ceres can be insightful and some even possess abilities beyond what some consider normal.  The ability to dig deep to uncover earlier wounds with others and with themselves can provide solutions to issues that may have been part of the picture for a very long time.

Use the energies of each of the houses to understand how Ceres’ energies would be released.

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THE JUPITER RETURN

Transiting Jupiter has a cycle of 12 years and then it returns to its natal position in our Astrology chart.  Each planet has a return cycle and you can draw up a chart for that particular moment in time when any planet comes back to its original position.  You would read this type of chart similar to that of a natal chart but it would indicate specifically in terms of the energies of the focal planet involved in the return to its birth position. 

The Jupiter return can be delineated every twelve years (approximately) by looking into the planet’s placement in the birth chart and then correlate it (now in transit) exactly to the same degree and minute to the time in the birth chart.

The house position will be the area of life that will bring opportunities, hope, good luck and expansion into life as these are the energies of Jupiter.  Jupiter brings with it an optimistic approach to the areas of life dictated by the house position in the natal chart.  This will be an area of growth and expansion.  The opportunities for growth in finances are increased, as well as potential good fortune in personal ways and in the occupation with Jupiter.  Once again, this is all reflective of the house position of Jupiter, the aspects Jupiter makes within the birth chart and the transiting aspects it will be receiving during the return period.

Jupiter nearly always promotes growth in some fashion or another; the only catch might be if it is in aspect to Saturn.  Jupiter pushes for expansion, optimism and good luck, while Saturn pushes for structure and discipline.  Saturn is often associated with lessons, delays and shortfalls especially if not enough preparation has been carried out for any given project or circumstance.

There can be expansion issues especially if Jupiter is found in the first house, as weight gain is possible.  Over-optimism and grand expectations can sometimes lead to less than expected results.  Make sure you also have a look at the house Jupiter rules in the birth chart.  The house with Sagittarius on the cusp will also promote all the things that Jupiter offers. 

It is important that the energies are used positively during this cycle as twelve years can seem like a long time and the general feeling of good fortune can make the recipient sit idle and do nothing with the energies at hand.  It is important that the energies available under this influence be used to build for the future but that it is also enjoyed while it lasts. 

If Jupiter moves into retrograde during the return and crosses its natal position several times, these energies will last longer and will enhance opportunities each time it crosses this particular point in the chart.  The first contact is usually the most powerful, so it is important that the recipient take advantage of the energies under this initial contact regardless of whether Jupiter goes retrograde or not.

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EXPRESS YOURSELF

There are times when it is appropriate to stand behind the scenes and carry out your important work.  and then there are times to come out of our comfort zone to stand centre stage.  We will sometimes be asked to take the leading role.  We may adlib our role or we may study and rehearse extensively. 

When we are taking centre stage, we are meant to be there.  We are not speaking out of turn.  We are merely taking the role that is needed at the time.  Sometimes we need to voice ourselves in such a way that others are willing to listen.

Follow through on intuitive thoughts and visualizations that will instigate action that is required.  These open expressions may not only open the doors of insight for us but they may also open the doors for others to insight that might not otherwise have been pursued.  Our follow through, my at the very least, provide us with the reassurance that what we have to say is importance. 

There are times to raise our voices to be heard even though we are not comfortable doing so. 

With practice, we build confidence and become comfortable sharing the valuable information we have to communicate. 

Rising above our lack of confidence and the worry of saying the wrong thing or sounding stupid are simple ego interferences.  When we live in the moment and silence the mind, we allow ourselves to be propelled forward (eventually with confidence). 

Each one of us has an important voice.  We can share our knowledge and also respect the opinions of others at the same time. 

Will this be your day to allow complete expression? 

Will this be your day to release the shackles of suppression?

Will you allow yourself to rise above ego and push through ego’s negativity that persistently keeps you silent?

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FULL MOON IN LIBRA - MARCH 20, 2019

For those new to reading our posts, the full Moon is a time to reap the rewards of past efforts (harvest from the garden of life, so to speak) or it little work has gone into something, it may be time to re-evaluate.  If you nurtured your seeds, it can be a rewarding harvest or if you have neglected your seeds, there may be hope to nurture your plans back to health.  If, however, you have completely neglected your garden, you may have to plough it under and start anew.

This current Full Moon is in the sign of Libra at zero degrees. This is known as a cardinal point in Astrology which is a place of action and there will be plenty of energy.  Anyone with a planet or angle close (within 4 to 5 degrees) to this placement by conjunction or opposition (and to a lesser degree square, trine, or sextile,) can use these energies to complete a project or see where you might tweak your plans to see them to fruition.

This project or goal could be personal in nature, internal if you wish; however it could also be external.  Much depends on what area you have already been working on.  The house position of the Full Moon will be the area of life associated with what these energies are about for you personally.  Aspects from other natal positions or angles will define this energy more clearly. 

With the Full Moon in the sign of Libra now is a time of balancing and harmonizing energies; a time of justice sought, truth revealed and sometimes change of direction and disruption.  This is due in part to the influence of transiting Uranus in the sign of Taurus which is currently quincunx this position.  A quincunx is an aspect of adjustment, somewhat disharmonious and can be challenging.  However, the change and disruption is necessary as change is a prerequisite of Uranus’ energies. 

Uranus seeks freedom.  It has a need for something new and is often found through dramatic, unconventional and erratic manners.  Sometimes its action is sudden and unexpected and the move in a new direction can be rather tumultuous, but as mentioned, necessary. 

Look to see which sign and house transiting Uranus is in with your natal chart.  Also review which planets in the birth chart are aspecting Uranus to get further insight into probabilities.  You should also have a look at the natal position and aspects to natal Uranus as this is always part of the underlying process taking place.  The natal potential always has to be reviewed.

The Full Moon is also tied to purging anything that no longer serves a viable purpose and this is strong with the influence of Uranus.  The Full Moon can also be reflective of past events and Uranus when Pluto is also part of the equation can bring these events or issues to the surface so you can deal with them. 

It is always best to do what needs to be done as the outer planets often force action and when we sit back and do nothing, the energies can push something to the surface and if forced to face these changes, they may come to us in a far less desirable manner than if we did the purge when first nudged to do so. 

How we judge the action, good or bad, does not matter.  It is a time of reconciliation and change which is always beneficial in the end. 

Move ahead with plans if you have taken the time previous to this period to carry out your goals.  Line up with the energies available.  Uranus may push you hard to make changes, but always try to weigh things out before jumping with eyes closed.

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SUN IN ARIES MARCH 2019

The Sun moves into the sign of Aries late on March 20, 2019. 

Aries is a cardinal, fire sign and stimulates directed energy towards life objectives.  There is a lot of enthusiasm for those with a strong Aries emphasis in their chart.  This includes not only the Sun in Aries but also those with an Aries Ascendant or to a lesser degree those with their Sun in the first house.  There are differences in the energies between these placements as they are tempered by aspects to the placements.  Also those with an Aries Ascendant will show this personality to the world while those with a Sun in Aries will still reveal this character trait but a lot of these characteristics may be internal.  Those with their Sun in the first house will have built in Aries tendencies added to their Sun sign, so someone with a Sun in the first house and a Sun in Scorpio for example will have both character traits although the Sun, under most conditions, has the stronger energy out of the two.

Aries individuals can be aggressive in their pursuit and are usually the first ones to “sign-up”, although due to this tendency they also make their share of mistakes.  They actually would benefit from making more calculated moves before plunging into life’s situations; however, they are seldom devastated by their mistakes.  They learn from the lesson, they are resilient and quickly pick themselves up and move forward. 

Aries individuals can be dominating.  They seem to know what they want and will spend little time wasted on thinking about moving ahead.

Some Arians tend to have a “me first” attitude and go after what is important to them.  This is not to say that they will push others out of their way in their pursuit although this is possible.  Aries individuals are relentless once they have made their choice. 

If you need a helping hand, most Arians can be counted on to, at the very least, do their part. 

These individuals are rarely short of energy and often plunge into action. 

Aries people can have a short fuse and some have full-blown tempers although under most conditions if they do explode they tend to let things go quickly and do not hold on to issues.  They react as quickly as they move out of situations. 

These individuals are the go-getters of the Zodiac (being ruled by Mars).  Most Aries individuals make wonderful entrepreneurs and are fearless in their pursuits.

Currently those with their Sun in Aries between 15 to 29 degrees will have Pluto making a square to their Sun.  Since Pluto rules transformation and going below the surface to bring up any hidden issues that needs to surface, this can be a time when they will uncover or go deep into hidden areas of their subconscious.  Now is the time to dig up anything that now needs to be re-evaluated, regenerated and transformed.  Digging up the truth is a strong characteristic of Pluto and those being affected by this square may find that life’s course is being altered and realigned although it may not be all together that pleasant of an experience if these energies are resisted. 

Much depends on the house position of transiting Pluto and the natal Sun.  Reviewing these will help to define the areas of life affected.  Check where Pluto is natally located in the birth chart for further definition.

Aries is a strongly driven sign, so those being affected by transits at this time should use this time wisely to push themselves ahead into new experiences or push ahead with plans already set in motion, especially after March 28, 2019 when Mercury goes direct (Mercury went retrograde on March 5, 2019).

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CERES IN THE SIGNS

On March 13, 2019, we touched on Ceres in Astrology.  Today we will go a little deeper and look at Ceres in the Signs.

Ceres, as mentioned previously, lies between the orbits of Mars and Jupiter and has been known to be connected to nurturing, both the nurturing of others and also the nurturing that we need for ourselves.  It speaks of the early nurturing we received in life or in contrast the lack of early nurturing we received in childhood. 

For example, those born with Ceres in the sign of Capricorn may have lacked what was considered early nurturing due to the potential for one of the parents either being missing or unable to nurture because of their tendency of being too strict or conservative. 

It should be noted here that Saturn retrograde has also been linked to the missing father and sometimes when aspected poorly (either by square or opposition or by conjunction) the father or authority figure was absent perhaps due to separation or divorce or in some cases the father passed away early in life.  The father or authority figure could also have been absent due to his occupation or a preoccupation with addictions.

There is often a strong feeling for those with Ceres in Capricorn that control or some type of restriction was present in early childhood and this can extend into adult years.  Sometimes one or both of the parents had difficulty expressing sensitivity or was overly reserved or inhibited in some way.  Perhaps the parent was too wrapped up in business concerns to find time to provide nurturing to this child.  This parent may have been strict and may have made the child learn to depend on themselves for any type of emotional support.  This, in some cases, can make the individuals self-reliant but also to appear somewhat cold.  Those with their Ceres in Capricorn, because of their own experiences, want their own children to feel secure.  They will want life structured in such a way that they will have nothing to worry about financially. 

It is suggested that those with Ceres in Capricorn must learn to let go of these concerns and recognize that in the long haul, we each orchestrate our own lives and learn to structure our lives through life’s experience.

In contrast, those individuals with Ceres in the sign of Cancer may have been protected and emotionally mothered in early life, with many warm hugs and a sensitive awareness that the home environment needed to be security for a children and also to provide stability.  Many individuals with Ceres in the sign of Cancer will carry this forward into adulthood by being overly sensitive to their children’s needs, while at the same time needing nurturing themselves in order to feel safe and secure.

Those with a Gemini Ceres learn nurturing through communication and need to hear words of encouragement and should have been allowed to use their own minds to figure out any issues in order to feel nurtured.  Mind frame and attitude will play a big part in these individuals’ lives and as parents they will provide their children with a variety of tools to utilize information and knowledge.  They will offer open dialogue that will help their children as well as their own internal relationship through shared information and discussion.  These people may not necessarily need to feel nurtured through interaction from a physical point of view, but will need to hear that they are needed and valued and likeable because of their keen minds and their ability to communicate freely about their concerns.

Much of how Ceres operates in the chart will also be defined by the house position and aspects to Ceres.  These will colour how Ceres plays out in our lives and define our need for nurturing and our need to nurture others with greater detail and clarity.  We will take a look at houses and aspects in the near future.

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CHIRON - THE WOUNDED HEALER

Chiron is a comet that was discovered in 1977.  It has an orbit that oscillates between Saturn and Uranus and actually crosses orbits. 

In Astrology, Chiron seeks out enlightenment through affirmation of its ability to heal wounds especially those wounds of others.  They say that the internal wounds formed in early life, such as self-worth and insufficiencies, are carried forward into adulthood and that these wounds are particularly hard to overcome and heal.  Through these internal struggles and the lessons that they teach, we are able to help others often before we can help ourselves.

As Chiron swings between the orbits of Saturn and Uranus, Chiron can bring with it enlightenment and new avenues of expression by exploring competent and reliable information often learned through life’s experience.  There is a need to rise above the original wound even though it can be very deep and can require much work to find new directions or alternatives that assist in moving beyond the injury and rising above the issue.

The sign and house position of Chiron show what area of life is involved and the character traits of the wound.  In many cases, this is thought of as a spiritual wound and it also shows where we have great healing potential that can help others who have experienced similar wounds in their lives. 

In order to heal ourselves, we have to face the issues, and we will need to work tirelessly to overcome the effects these wounds have on us. 

It is said that the first house positioning of Chiron is the most challenging, perhaps due to the personal nature of the wound, as the first house represents us personally.  In most cases, the healing powers that individuals develop during their lives are very powerful.  Many with a challenged Chiron become doctors, psychologists and healers including modern day techniques such as reiki, hypnosis, etc.

Chiron’s energies do not necessarily have to be overly negative, as hard work often produces great results.  As we learn to overcome deep-seated challenging conditions, we gain internal strength and learn valuable lessons.  The house placement will often define where we have reoccurring difficulties and there is an urgency to repair these concepts and believed notions in order to move beyond the hurt.  We are able to heal ourselves but not without hard work and a very disciplined approach.  Sometimes the healing comes in sporadic moments of enlightenment or happens when we are not expecting it, but a rational and an honest approach will often work quite well.

On some level, our Chiron’s placement by sign and house position is indicative of the ability to heal human kind, and this is not to say that it will be on a grand scale, although we cannot rule this out.  We can all certainly help others.  We will, however, need to heal ourselves before we can do work with helping others. 

The issues/injury we speak of in connection with Chiron often are a big part of our life’s story and most of us unfortunately hold on to these wounds for many years.  Some individuals will be unable to integrate the healing requirements due to self-doubt and preconceived notions.  If we recognize that, in most cases, we are the ones holding ourselves back.  We CAN make great strides in overcoming our adversities.

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SPRING

As we have mentioned many times in the past, life becomes much easier if we mirror nature. 

We will soon celebrate the balance of light and dark (March 20, 2019).  (Known as Ostara or in the northern hemisphere, the Spring Equinox). 

Spring is so symbolic of promise, new life, renewal...... and with it comes warmth and light. 

Just as nature sends out new sprouts and buds and many animals bear offspring, it is a perfect time for each of us to plan, to start new projects, to experience new beginnings.  What a perfect time to shed light on the dark corners of life and refresh all that has become stagnant.  Our world and our lives should shed their dark, wintery veil.  Light shines forth and bring promise of all that is new. 

We do not need the tell tale signs of nature, for long before these signs arrive, we know in our hearts that renewal is coming.  We can feel this in the air and small it in the winds.  We do not need the more tangible signs to know that change is near.

We arise from our long winter’s rest and can create fresh new starts for our bodies, our minds and our souls.  Again, we can mirror and utilize the energy brought on through the changing of the seasons to stimulate us and push us in with our pursuits, new or old. 

Now is the time to renew our commitment to ourselves for growth. 

Shake off the weight of the wintery cover which served its purposes but can now be shed. 

How will we take advantage of the renewed energy soon to be available? 

Reach beyond the limits we placed on ourselves over the slower, dark season of winter.  Winter was a time for rest, for planning.  Spring is a time for action to set the winter plans in action so that we can bear fruit in the seasons to follow.  Utilize the promise, approach life with innocence, passion and gratitude.  Allow the seeds of renewed light to germinate within. 

Find you balance in life. 

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CERES IN ASTROLOGY

Ceres is the largest object in the asteroid belt between Mars and Jupiter 

Some Astrologers believe it to be the ruling body of Virgo, although much further study needs to be carried out before we can make this distinction. 

It has been noted that Ceres’ energies have a connection to nurturing and mothering.  The nurturing energies can deal instinctively with those less fortunate or those that seen to be the underdog. 

Cere’s full energies have yet to be completely determined.

Cere’s position in the natal chart, by sign position and house position, as well as any aspects to Ceres (from other planets or points especially by conjunction) seems to play an important role in defining its nature in the birth chart.  As mentioned, Ceres has to do with nurturing and mothering, especially those down-trodden, and with family relations.  Its sign position defines the things that make us feel nurtured and how we might go about nurturing.  It also indicates how we might nurture our own needs.  Its house position will be linked to the area of life that will be connected to these nurturing needs.  Aspects to planets or angles will also determined part of this nature and needs.  Squares and oppositions as well as conjunctions can be more stressful, while sextiles and trines are more easy flowing.  The planets provide their own energy and this energy will need to be carefully defined to reach viable conclusions as to how the relationship with Ceres might pan out in your specific chart.

In addition, Ceres has been linked to food, agriculture and clothing.  It also been linked to grief and the need to seek out what was lost even if it means derailing everything else in order to find this.  Ceres appears to love what is considered natural in life and also has to do with simplicity, although it is also linked to hard work.  It seeks out what is good for us in simple, easy to follow steps and this makes it available to everyone regardless of mental perception, although as most of us understand our perceptions and expectations create our world.

Ceres in the past has been linked to the feminine role, although much has changed with this regard over past generations. 

As mentioned earlier, Ceres is tied to hard work but it should be noted that it does not seek out recognition because of hard work.  (This is a general statement and may not hold true if Ceres is found in Leo in your chart).  It is said that Cere’s energies are modest and show where we can deliver what is needed for our physical existence. 

Ceres is also connected to our need to face our darker sides and our fears in order to rise above them.  This is particularly true if Ceres is found in the eighth house or connected to Scorpio or the planet Pluto. 

Ceres can also indicate what type of nurturing we received in our early year.  It also indicated how we actually received this nurturing and this often plays a role in how we eventually nurture others.

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EMOTIONS

Life can throw some pretty heavy lessons at us sometimes.

We should never pretend that these have not happened.  It is not advisable to run and hide from our emotions.  We must experience, process and accept each and every event but we are not suppose to move in on the emotional experience permanently and own these events as part of us.

Face life head on.  Sit down, acknowledge and come to terms with each of life’s events.  

The human mind wants to rationalize each and every event and sometimes there are no rational explanations.  Ultimately, we will have to accept all terms and conditions even though our mind cannot place the event into a neat little package. 

If we bury our emotions from a traumatic event, when a similar event occurs, the emotions we did not deal with from the initial event will flood back and will only serve to compound the second similar event.  Emotional pain and suffering is never an easy lesson but if we face each lesson as they are presented, we are not carrying extra baggage forward to deal with again in the future.

Understand the various stages that are normal mental reactions when dealing with great emotional issues.  Know that you can experience denial, anger, placing blame (on yourself and others) to name only a few.  Our mind will look for ways to avoid acknowledging the emotions we need to process.

It is in these times of extreme stress and utter sadness we find resilience that we never knew existed within us.  Allowing, acknowledging, experiencing and then letting go of emotional pain can be difficult but one that is achievable and essential and actually rewarding in the end.  

As devastating as some life event can be, life does go on.  

We can allow ourselves to be a victim of circumstance and move into our house of grief and suffering to take up permanent residence or we can be a student of the lessons (and there is no question that some life lessons are quite difficult) and embrace the support that surrounds us, learn the life lesson and move forward to “live” (not exist) life as we should. 

If we broke a bone, would we seek out professional help to have the bone set properly (painful while being reset) which will allow us to have a pain free future OR would we ignore the break and allow it to set on its own (less painful now) but what continual pain will we experience in the future? 

Embrace the support available.  Talk to others about how you are feeling.  Reach out for professional support if it is needed and allow the wounds to heal.

The support we require will come from difference avenues.  Our inner strength will rise up if we allow it to.  We WILL become stronger and we WILL heal if we do not deny.  

We have what it takes to heal from any life event……. from every emotion felt. 

Breathe with purpose.  Feel the life force deep within you.  Recognize your strength and abilities.  Love yourself enough to allow healing.  You are worth it!

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