Transiting Neptune Conjunct the Ascendant in Astrology

If your Ascendant is Pisces and around 4-8 degrees then Neptune has been conjuncting your Rising Sign for some time now (spring of 2013 through to the beginning of 2015).  With a Pisces Ascendant, you may be attuned to the spiritual forces and have psychic inclinations, especially if you have other strong characteristics such as the Sun and Moon in water signs, or in the fourth, eighth or twelfth houses.

 

Along with a higher sensitivity to the mystical realms and occult practices, there is also the possibility that your emotional makeup is highly sensitive as well.  These two usually go hand in hand.  Pisces also has a tendency to block cold, hard facts that may infiltrate these individuals emotional network and because of this, there is a higher possibility of alcohol and drug addictions with those who have this very sensitive sign.

 

When deciphering what Neptune has been orchestrating in your life over this period, it is important to have a look at the aspects to your Ascendant in your Natal chart and the natal aspects and transits to your natal Neptune.  If your Ascendant and Neptune in the Natal chart are well aspected, Neptune’s influence will be positive and inspirational. 

 

If your natal Ascendant and Neptune have difficult aspects, the influence of Neptune will be more challenging during this time frame.  A cloud of illusion and the potential to feel dismayed emotionally as well as mentally may be present especially when Transiting Neptune is in tight aspect to these positions in your Chart.

 

This is often a time when relationships go through changes.  This aspect will alter many relationships that are actually in need of transformation.  Neptune can bring forth an idealistic relationship or a relationship that can be deceptive.  You are often not in complete control of the way you are viewing these relationships.  You may be placing your partner on a pedestal and having high expectations of them.  Sometimes what you see is not fabricated and actually exists although more often than not your perceptions are a little coloured and disappointment can result.  Keep your expectations to a minimum and understand that you are viewing life through a filter, although often there is the potential of strong intuition.  Much depends on the overall condition of your Natal Ascendant and Neptune.  

 

It is important during the transit to spend some time reflecting on who you are and watch for loosing sight of the real you, although spiritual transformations are also quite possible.  Do not expect too much from yourself and view yourself objectively.  If you like what you see, you can now make it part of your identity, as you can change who you are at any time but particularly now.  Just watch for idealizing what you think you could be or who you are becoming.

 

Many find solace in volunteer work during this transit and become involved in organizations that help those less fortunate or those who are ill.  You are apt to play a martyr role during this period although having a Pisces Ascendant, you may already have these inclinations.  You may also find that you play an important role for those less fortunate and may try to stand up for them if they are unable to do so for themselves.  This is a perfect example of how to use the energies of Neptune in a positive way and through you, these energies can have profound effects on those around you.

 

There can also a higher level of interest in the mystical realm as mentioned and your psychic abilities may move to new heights.  It is possible that you will feel as though you are more in touch with the divine.  Although traditional religious doctrines might be an avenue of expression, there are also other means of achieving this relationship with spirituality.  For many, this will be a time of awakening to a higher source of inspiration but for some, this will be a time of dismay and confusion. 

 

Make the most of this very special time in your life, as the conjunction only happens once and if you are experiencing delusion and confusion during this time, do not hesitate to seek professional advice.  Spirituality and enlightenment are often new shoots of this magical conjunction.

 

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Accomplish Anything

Have you ever come to a fork in the road where you are faced with an obstacle yet truly feel that you cannot achieve or overcome the experience?  There are times we actual limit our abilities to complete tasks that are set out in front of us.  We meet up with a situation that seems too difficult to complete...above our heads, so to speak.  Could this possibly be a situation where you cannot complete a task simply because your mind tells you that you cannot?

 

Is it not important that you rise to the occasion and meet the challenge head on, without resistance or a negative attitude?  This could relate to almost anything that you meet up with in life.  Sometimes the challenge can be overwhelming and other times, you just are not overly confident that you can resolve the challenge or obstacle that stands in front of you.

 

Believing in your self is always the first step; then taking the initiative to move forward without reserve is the next step forward.  If it is something that you have not attempted before (providing it serves you and/or others in a positive way) then why not give it a go.  If fear of failure is what is standing in the way of your taking life by the horns, understand that it is better to have tried and failed than to have regrets later that you did not try.

 

The mind can obscure and distort reality yet we can push ourselves beyond our mind telling us we “cannot”.  With courage, you do not have to follow the mind’s intent if it does not suit a positive purpose.  Do not let negative feedback hold you back from accomplishing anything in life.  Put negativity in its proper place.  Allow it to protect you from danger but put it behind you and move forward with your objectives with confidence when it is only fear of failure.

 

If you fail to achieve what you set out to do or fall short, then at least you gave it your all.  You can feel confident knowing that at least you tried.  Perhaps with some tweaking, another attempt will provide you with that achievement that you are aiming for.  Do not give in without a fight!  Try again a little later.  Perhaps this time you will have more resolve and will achieve what you could not do previously.  This is often what it takes to break the habit of fear that has been allowed to grow over the years.  A perfect of example to push you to keep trying is the act of quitting smoking.

 

When you set out to accomplish something, do so with a positive attitude.  If you start half-heartedly and tell yourself you will “try”, that is all you will accomplish is a “try”.  Start out knowing you will “do”.  The result will be a job well “done”. 

 

As you gain strength and resolve, the mind or ego starts to shift and the negative attitude will weaken.  The negative mind becomes a defiant child instead of an overruling tyrant.

 

You CAN accomplish anything you set your mind to as long as you believe in yourself.  Once you have accomplished what you set out to do, you will gain strength and wisdom from the adventure.  Hard lessons and difficult conditions when met head-on will provide you with the knowledge that you can succeed and conquer even the most difficult circumstances that life can throw at you.

 

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The Sea of Tranquility

Many of us travel life’s road searching for that special place that offers tranquility-- that place that will give us peace and contentment.

 

We look for peace and gratification yet we often find ourselves searching in the wrong places. 

 

Material rewards provide us with a short experience of what we think is happiness, yet the experience is temporary.  Some travel to beautiful places where they can experience Mother Nature at its purest.  This too provides peace and tranquility while we are able to stay in those specific surroundings yet we eventually find ourselves back in our daily routine and although the experience was wonderful, we cannot completely hold onto the experience.

 

Many of us who are in search for this place of tranquility are drawn to look outside of ourselves to seek peace.  Contentment is something that is found within, at least real and lasting contentment.  Finding a place within that allows love to survive and grow and a place where you can be happy with whom you are without any fabricated material substance brings about a true tranquil, content experience.

 

Do not look to others to help you find this place, although the love of a family member or close friend can assist in bring about a feel of happiness.  People come and go in life, although there are some of us who are fortunate enough to have long lasting partners and friendships that help to bring ease to life’s experiences.

 

To experience happiness and contentment, you have to find that place within where you are happy with whom you are, not what you own or how many friends and family members are at your side.  You have to allow the true self to surface and accept that person lovingly.  When you know true self love only then can you be happy and content with the reflection of the world around you.  Life is a mirror that reflects the image of your heart and your attitude.

 

If you pay close attention to what is truly precious in your life (not what you think is missing), if you function with pure intentions, you are on the right track and life will respond accordingly.  You do not have to be a martyr--just respectful of yourself and of those around you.  Acknowledge the actual control you have in your own personal pursuit and accept responsibility for the place you find yourself in now.

 

It is in your hands.  It always has been.  YOU are the key to unlocking your own potential and uncovering your place of tranquility.

 

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Saturn Playing Havoc in Astrology

If you have any planets or angles (ascendant/midheaven) around 20 degrees in your Birth chart, Saturn has been playing havoc in your life.  Saturn has been around the 20 degree mark of Scorpio since the beginning of 2014 which will come to an end in October/November., 2014.  Saturn moves into Sagittarius right around Christmas, briefly returns into Scorpio next June-September of 2015 and then remains in Sagittarius from that point forward.

 

As many of you understand, Saturn is the task maker of the Zodiac.  Where ever it touches, it usually creates challenges and trying situations seem to come to the forefront in life.  It certainly can create havoc especially when in hard aspect to several planets in our Birth chart. 

 

Have a look at how your Saturn is aspected in your Birth chart as this will play an important factor on just how severe its influence will be while it is in transit.  If Saturn is well aspected in the Birth chart, you can still expect periods of cautious, disciplined movement in your life.  This is often in areas related to career or obligations and duties in life, but with the positive aspects, the effects will not be as trying a period. 

 

Check to see the natal house and transiting house Saturn is in as well as the house cusp it rules (Capricorn on the cusp or within the house).  These will be areas of life that will be affected.  Also, the houses where natal planets are in aspect to Saturn will also be affected.

 

Saturn is the task maker and teaches us discipline in whatever area of life is suggested by planetary links to it during transit.  It also promises rewards sometimes of great magnitude when we prepare accordingly and live up to our own expectations.  Saturn is the teacher and its lessons are usually difficult and often challenging, but can be met.  The lesson will be a little more severe if it has challenging aspects to it in the Natal chart or if it makes several difficult aspects while in transit to planets within the Natal chart.

 

Saturn challenges us to have an honest look at our current life, our life’s situation and our obligations and duties to family and career or schooling.  Saturn is one of the most difficult planets to deal with and you cannot escape its lessons.  If you choose to ignore what Saturn is trying to teach you, it will surely furnish you with another even more difficult lesson to learn along the same lines as the first one which was ignored.

 

Saturn along with the other outer planets (Uranus, Neptune and Pluto) offer insight and opportunities to review your life’s course, to make changes that affect the future and move you although often in a turbulent manner into your intended direction.  If you work hard and be honest with yourself, the rewards can be great and very satisfying.  There is no better feeling than a job well done. 

 

Review where Saturn as well as the outer planets is located in your Birth chart by transit and see where you are in your life now and what lies ahead.

 

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What is Freedom to You?

Take a moment to quietly explore your concept of freedom.  What is freedom?  How does one attain freedom? 

 

This is a very in depth question and there are many answers, as freedom means different things to different people.  Our individual meanings of freedom will differ depending on where we live in the world and the conditions we each live under in this life.

 

Someone living under totalitarian rule with very little freedom of choice and the inability to express themselves without fear of punishment has a totally different view of freedom compared to those living in a country which allows the freedom of speech, although some may still fear ridicule. 

 

You truly have to ask yourself what freedom means to you as an individual and under what conditions freedom can be expressed.  In the true democratic nations of the world, freedom of speech without fear of prosecution through government organizations has some significance, although there are circumstances where even this freedom may be taken away. 

 

Freedom is an individual experience and how you relate to your own personal freedom is really all that matters.

 

I want to address a specific type freedom.  The freedom that is expressed when you are being yourself under any condition, feeling comfortable in your own skin and unafraid of ridicule or worrying about what others may think….the freedom that unlocks the door to inhibitions and allowing the self to emerge without sanctions or restrictions.  Being your true self can be difficult in our society as there are always those who judge, but in reality, other people’s opinions and judgements hold no real meaning.

 

I am speaking of the freedom to approach each and every life event in your own individual way.  It is insignificant how others feel about your life’s situations.  How you feel is what matters (as long as you are not intentionally hurting yourself or others through your actions).  You can allow yourself to be swayed by others, but once again, this allowing is your choice. 

 

Other people’s attitudes and belief structures belong to them.  You always have freedom of choice and freedom of action.  If someone injures you on a mental level or physical level, without downplaying the situation, you have the choice on how you can deal with these events.  It is in your hands and your decision uncovers what the next move will be. 

 

You have the freedom to analysing any given situation and the ability to approach any condition from any angle you choose.

 

In reality, you cannot blame anyone else for an action you have taken regardless of their actions leading up to your choice.  Freedom is a concept.  Each and every one of your decisions is made under this concept.

 

In understanding the concept that life provides and your acceptance or refusal of whatever life provides once again is through your freedom of choice. 

 

You can only be held responsible for your choices.  You must take responsibility for your choices.  We do have true freedom if we analyse our lives.  Be thankful for this ability but also take responsibility for it.

 

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The Trine Aspect in Astrology

The trine is an aspect used in Astrology that is defined as two planets or angles (ascendant/midheaven with angles) being within 120 degrees from one another.  There is an orb allowance of up to 8-10 degrees; therefore, the influence would be from 110-130 degrees apart.  The closer the orb is to 120 degrees, the stronger the aspect’s influence.

 

The trine along with the sextile (60 degree aspect) and some conjunctions (0-10 degrees apart) are considered positive aspects in Astrology.  In most cases, there is an easy flow of energies between the planets or angles involved in the aspect.  The only planet that might cause some challenging situations would be Saturn, although a trine between Saturn and another planet usually suggests the ability to form concrete structures within the framework of the other planets energies or the angle in aspect.

 

The trine is considered a major aspect as are the conjunction, sextile, square and the opposition.  The trine is considered a reliable and constructive aspect and when activated through transit or progression can usually be counted on to bring about a time of rewards for hard work or talents may surface during the aspect period.  The trine works easily and you do not have the stress behind the planetary energies that some of the harder aspects present.  People often take their trines and sextile for granted.  You just know things will work and with little effort on your part.

 

People with many trines and sextiles in their Birth chart seem to have a horseshoe up their …. in their pocket and life always works well for them.  When they are confronted with a challenging situation (unless they have some tight squares and oppositions in their Birth chart), they are caught off guard and have a real problem fixing the situation as they are not accustomed to the challenging energies brought on by transiting squares and oppositions (and some conjunctions).

 

Those with a great number of trines in their Natal chart and especially those with grand trines in their Birth Chart, do not have to change the structures in their lives often and the energies represented by the planets do not need adjustments.  The energies flow naturally and without constraint especially when operating within the same element (Water, earth, fire and air).

 

Transiting trines and sextiles are what we wait for, as we usually have support in our efforts and things in life seem to fall into place.  There is usually little challenge in making the area of life (house locations) work and fall into place.  This is when you get rewards from life and what you have been doing seems to pan out in your favour.  A trine between two planets through transit usually works out quite well depending on the aspect between the planets in the Birth chart.  If there is also a trine between the planets involved in transit and in the Birth chart, the opportunities for a favourable outcome is heightened.  If there is a square or opposition in the Birth chart but a trine in the transit or progression, you may have to work at it a little harder but the chances for success are stronger than if the transiting planet makes a challenging aspect.

 

The only problem with several trines or sextiles in the Birth chart is that things work so well that often the individual becomes reluctant to work hard when trying to reach their objectives.  It is common that the individual will feel that things will work and quite often things will work out for them with little effort on their part.  It is, however, much more productive and rewarding when you have to work at things to make life fulfilling.  There are feelings that go along with a job well done and recognition is gained when we work hard to achieve.

 

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