Transiting Neptune Conjunct Natal Sun

Transiting Neptune conjunct the natal Sun deflates the ego and enhances the mystical qualities inherent in individuals that lean in this direction.  Those that are so inclined will find that when this transit contacts their Sun, the psychic and intuitive qualities are heightened and often brought to the surface, especially if you have Pisces on the Ascendant and the Sun in the first house natally.  Neptune is very selfless and encourages unselfish acts and self-sacrifice for the general good.

Any type of charity work that takes place when this aspect is in force will be highlighted and working under such conditions can be very absorbing and encouraging.  Working behind the scenes such as working in hospitals or with people in-need will provide the recipient of this transit a feeling of comfort and inspiration.  Any kind of selfless acts are well designed for this conjunction, but one must watch for becoming a Martyr for the cause.

This martyr role is often the case with this selfless and illusive energy linked to Neptune.  We can become caught up in the act of giving and may forget about our own needs.  This can be the nature of Neptune as it tends to offer itself in ways of assistance and asks for nothing in return.  Some may be taken advantage of because of their giving qualities, as there are some that will take advantage of the nature which surfaces during these Neptunian times.

If Neptune or the Sun are poorly aspected in the Natal chart, there is a danger of slipping away and loosing oneself during this transit.  We can become lost within, having vague dreams and misconceptions about the nature of reality and who we are.  Neptune colours things and can make our identity vague during its conjunction and can also promote the need for escaping the harsh realities that we may encounter during its visit.

It can hide our true selves especially if the Sun or Neptune is located in the twelfth house.  There is a danger of an addictive nature surfacing if we are so inclined previous to this energy being released.  There is also a danger with prescription drugs or alcohol and the need to escape life on some level if these planets are poorly placed or aspected in the birth chart or if there are other inclinations within the framework of our chart.

One side effect during the transit of Neptune to the natal Sun is one of idealism.  It is important that all idealism has a focus in reality.  We can deceive yourselves as well as others during this time and it is suggested that we live according to our highest standards and not allow ourselves to be mislead others.   We may also feel physically drained during this transit or psychologically impaired.  This can lead to disillusionment or negative reactions to life.  Depression can be a side effect.  It is best to push ourselves into positive avenues of expression and allow the true altruistic nature of Neptune to take hold.  We must allow ourselves to be led by the subconscious.

This can be an amazing transit if well-handled and we may never look at life the way we did before this transit again.  It can open doors to perception and mystical doorways that were otherwise closed before the energy of Neptune moved into our Charts.  We should utilize this time and study ourselves and our motivations and see where this transit can take us.

Neptune has been hovering around the 1-7 degree mark of Pisces since early 2012.  It has been moving in and out of retrograde for this whole period and finally moved into direct motion in November of 2014.  It is still in the 6-7 degree of Pisces but will continue its motion forward until June of 2015.  During this time (June 2015) it is almost at 10 degrees of Pisces and will once again move back into retrograde motion but will not go below the 7 degree mark again.  If you have your Sun at the 7-11 degree mark of Pisces this post applies to you now.  It will also resonate but the timing is different for people who have an earlier Sun sign degree.  For those that have a later Sun sign degree in Pisces, it will take a little longer for this transit to reveal itself to you.

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What Have You Done For Yourself Lately?

What have you done for YOU lately?  Be honest and ask yourself, plain and simple, “What have you done?” 

What answer did you come up with?  Have you taken the time for yourself or have you just been too busy? 

Each and every one of us has our own personal needs, above and beyond the needs of those that depend on you.  You too are important.  You might come last in your own order of needs but making time for yourself is important. 

Take a moment to spend some time by yourself, to enjoy doing something that you truly enjoy doing.

If it has been a while since you made yourself a priority, perhaps you need to make plans to do just that.  Alternatively, go out and do something special on the spur of the moment.  It does not have to be huge.  It should be time set aside for a little something that will make you relax and enjoy.

If you feel stressed then perhaps your body is speaking to you.  In order to be of services to others, you yourself must be in peak condition, mentally and physically.  Life is about giving, but giving to self is also part of the scenario. 

Whenever you feel stressed (from specific events or in general from life’s duties), take a moment to ask yourself what you could do for yourself that might ease the burden, even if only for a few minutes.  Enjoy anything....something...meditation, a walk in nature, a quite bath, sing a favorite song, dance.  Whatever relaxes you, take a few moments for yourself each day. 

Life can be very busy.  We sometimes get caught up in the drama of life and forget that we are supposed to have fun and enjoy ourselves.  Live your life to the fullest.  Fill you time with selfless service, compassion and love but remember that you too should be the recipient of these things. 

Have fun, enjoy life, and find your place on your list of things to do.

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A Composite Chart reveals the compatibility of a relationship between the individuals involved. This Chart report provides insight into how to deal with some of the more challenging aspects within the relationship as well as which areas of the relations will flow easily.

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Visualize What You Want

We would like to do a little exercise on visualization but before we begin, we should spend some time focusing on what we already have.  Take a moment to recognize all the wonderful people in your life.  Take a moment and experience thankfulness for your health, even if you are currently facing some challenges.  Remind yourself of miraculous way our bodies work.  Take a moment to look around your home, your furnishings, the comforts that we so often take for granted, your automobile, your clothing and more importantly, the food that nourishes your body.  Think of your job (schooling, hobbies), your income (pensions, assistance, employment insurance) and the life style you experience because of these things.  We live a life of plenty!  From time to time we need to focus our attention on just how fortunate we are to have all these blessings in our lives.

Being grateful for what we have rather than paying attention to what is missing will keep the door open for more of the same to develop and grow in our lives. 

Some of us get caught in a cycle of complaining and we forget to reflect on all of the positives in our lives.  We judge and focus on what we condition negative attributes of our life and because we are so wrapped up in that focus, we only see what is missing and what we do not want in our lives.

It truly is a blessing to be alive today and to share all the wonders of our world.  One of the most treasured experiences we have is nature and its raw beauty.  Regardless of season, it is spectacular to take in.  Stop just for a moment and take in the beauty that surrounds you.  Take a real close look.  It may be the first time you have done this in a very long time.

Now that we have spent some time recognizing our gifts, we can appreciate our lives on a deeper level, but what about our most sacred wishes?  Can we manifest these into our lives?  Will our “wants and desires” ever become part of our lives?  What you are wishing for....do you truly want it in your life?  Will it bring you happiness or even more importantly will it make you more whole?

Carefully re-consider your objectives in life and make sure they are in line with your values and concepts.  Make them holy in nature and treasure these objectives.  Centre them in such a way that others will benefit from your hopes and wishes.  It should provide something of value to others as well.  Once you have considered these conditions, imagine that you already have them.  Throw away the thoughts of “I wish”, “I want”, “if only”.  They only produce more wishing, wanting and if only’s.  Picture you life filled with all that you could ever need as though they have already materialized.  It is through living your life as though all your needs are met that life will be exactly as you dream.

Manifesting into life begins with this attitude.  You have to picture yourself as already having “it”, as it were already a part of who you and your life. 

Look in the mirror and tell yourself that these have materialized and you deserve them.  You cannot manifest something into being if you feel you are not worthy.  You have to come to terms with this.  You deserve all of the wonders and joys of life as much as anyone else.  If you do not believe this, make alterations to your belief structures.  Your beliefs and expectations mold your life over time.  You can change anything given the necessary time to change your mind’s focus.

You are a kind and loving.  You deserve the best that life has to offer.  You deserve happiness and contentment.  With focus and a positive attitude, you WILL manifest, and life will fulfill your intentions.  All that you need will materialize if you believe and stop wanting.  There will be more to come, as you open up to the possibilities. 

Let go of wants and wishes.  Be open; be positive!

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New Moon/Full Moon

On February 3, we did a post on the Full Moon in Leo.  We thought we would go a little deeper and offer some suggestions on what intentions to set in the New Moon phase.  It is understood that we can set new intentions during the New Moon Cycle and then have it materialize or deepen the idea once we move into the Full Moon phase.  This does not necessarily suggest that we can set new intentions on the New Moon and then watch them come into full fruition on the next Full Moon.

It is suggested that you place your intention on an area of life that resonates with the sign the Moon is in or house placement and then when the next Full Moon comes and moves into the same sign that correlates with the intentions you set, the intention can develop or extend onto the next level.  In other words, let’s say that the New Moon is in the sign of Virgo and is transiting through the tenth house.  This could be the time to put into motion change in the work environment and perhaps find ways to make it run more smooth.  When the Full Moon enters the sign of Virgo again or moves into the tenth house, you should see a manifestation along the same lines that now affects your occupation or workplace.  You could carry this further on the next Full Moon phase entering into the sign of Virgo or even Capricorn or in the tenth house and delve deeper to seek out ways to promote what it is you set in motion when the initial New Moon cycle was in Virgo.

The sign and house position can assist you in making the right choices and would assist in the appropriate timing to move in this direction.  When the cycle of the Full Moon re-enters into the same sign, it renews the initial intention which was set. 

Another example might be with the New Moon in Libra or in the fifth house.  We could make a commitment or set into motion the formation of a meaningful relationship.  When the Full Moon comes back into the sign of Libra or enters the fifth house or even the seventh house, you could seek out ways to enhance this opportunity and allow yourself to be more open to such possibilities.  If you were to meet someone during this phase or the next phase, perhaps it would then be appropriate to move to the next stage for a more meaningful and loving relationship. 

It is believed by this Astrologer that if you make intentions that are in line with the sign or house position of the Moon then the potential for these intentions to materialize is much greater. 

It should be pointed out that if the Moon is moving into Void Off Course then it is wise not to have any expectations as quite often when the Moon is in this position, plans do not materialize.  It is best to wait until the Moon moves out of Void Off Course.  The Void Off Course can last from minutes to several days.  You might also have a look at the transits during this time and see if they concur with the plans you are setting.

Remember that Astrology points the way.  We, however, must make the moves and put into motion that which the cosmos is offering.  Astrology is a wonderful tool but we are always in control.  Even when life seems to dictate, we have full control over our reactions and our choices.

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Other People's Opinions

Throughout life, we will encounter opinions and words of discouragement from others concerning our focus on spirit, concerning our commitment to higher principles and concerning our quest for awakening.  The views, opinions and attitudes of others should never be allowed to influence our focus.  No one will be walking in our footsteps along our specific path.  Their opinions and assessments of our actions ultimately have no merit on our journey.  Each and every one of us is entitled to our own personal choices as long as we respect others in the process.

Some that disagree with our journey are absorbed in material or worldly pursuits.  Many are caught up in the ego’s influence and view their lives from a completely different perspective than we do.  For some, this may be their temporary path and for others that is their journey of this incarnation.  Each of our souls or higher selves experience and learn through what is essential to their current development.  Although we may have difficulty understanding why each of us take our separate routes, this is not for us to judge. 

It is essential to respect other people’s points of view, to respect their ideologies, to respect their journey.  We truly do not understand their purpose here and now.   

It is crucial that we all recognize this necessity, both given and received.  Release ego; set a positive example and reap the seeds that you have sown. 

If you are judged, respond with non-judgement.  We cannot control others nor can we respond in kind and expect a different result.  If offering love and acceptance does not alter their opinions and actions, perhaps you will need to remove yourself from the situation.  There will be times when you will be tested on your opinions and your journey’s true path.  You do not have to defend your beliefs, as often this will not alter other’s opinions.  It is not your responsibility to make them understand or even conceive your principles or belief structures.  Defend your journey through example.  Live in love and offer compassion and respect. 

Your path is the only road important for you.  Other’s opinions hold little relevance to your commitment to truth.  Stand by your ideals and let others have their own.  We are not meant to prove the validity of our journey.  We can only live up to our own personal ideals.  Be what you are trying to convey with your words and let your actions speak for themselves.  You are on track and on purpose.  Nothing can stand in your way, but you.  You have the strength to overcome all adversity, and you stand together hand in hand with source.  How can you possibly go wrong?

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Moon in Gemini in Astrology

Moon in Gemini is the sign of emotional versatility and emotional adaptability.  The emotions are experienced on a very wide range, from little to no emotional response to extremes although often short-lived bursts of emotion.   Emotional changes are so common that even the individual experiencing them has a difficult time adjusting.  There is no set course of action except perhaps to expect a reaction to stimuli, as this is usually the case.

These individuals are influenced to a great extent on how their mind deciphers the experience.  The mind will evaluate whatever has taken place and then under normal conditions, the individual will rationalize the event and then react accordingly (and this can happen in an instant).  Outside stimuli often have a powerful influence on Moon in Gemini individuals and change is often a by-product of their environment.  Change is apparent and often the focus tends to wonder because of this. 

These individuals understand that they are all about change, so how can they focus when things are about to change.  This can be emotionally upsetting as they would love to understand why they are feeling the way they do, but sometimes they are unable to figure these emotions out.

Sometimes rational does not apply.  Moon in Gemini individuals just feel what they feel and it might be hard to get a handle on why.  In most cases, they are bored and need something to do.  They especially need someone to talk to and share what is taking place in their lives.  If no one seems interested, they will go through an array of emotional feelings.  These individuals need intellectual stimuli to be happy and when it is not easily found, their emotions can soar.

The Moon is often associated with the home environment and this is often a place of emotional release.  They have to make sure that they treat everyone fairly.  It is important that they not extend their emotional outbursts on family and close friends.  Release is very important; however, they will have to find ways to express themselves without affecting others.  This might be somewhat difficult because they do not know how to do anything in half measures.  When they express themselves, they do it with great emotion and if they are upset, these individuals will let others know. 

Finding a peaceful resolution only comes after deliberation and finding a solution to life’s sometimes challenging times.

It will be important for Moon in Gemini people to figure things out, but if they cannot figure out why they feel the way they do, they will have to find a way of letting it go.  It is important to understand that sometimes life is not black and white and our emotions are not always easily figured out.  “Let go and move on” might be good advice as analysing and trying to figure things out can drive Moon in Gemini individuals crazy and this will upset an otherwise good day.

One thing is for sure if you meet up with a Gemini Moon individual, life will never be dull.  An array of verbal and emotionally charged exchanges will be a part of life.

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