THE ELEMENT EARTH IN ASTROLOGY

Taurus, Virgo and Capricorn falls under the element Earth in Astrology. 

Taurus individuals need to build financial security and a stable and reliable retirement.  They are security-minded and persistent in their efforts.  They are considered stable individuals who can be relied on.

Virgo individuals are practical, down-to-earth and very productive.  They like to work in an organized and thorough manner.  They are exacting, realistic and dependable.  They are the most reliable of the earth signs and are also security minded.  They are orderly and industrious and very earth-bound.  Virgo individuals seek to develop a stable and secure foundation from which to work from.  Stability is important as with all earth signs and they will relentlessly work towards this end.

Capricorn individuals are also very steadfast in their earthly pursuits and they also seek security in life and realize that it takes effort and persistence to reach the ultimate position in life which is tied to material success.  All three of the earth signs hold most of these characteristics in common although Capricorn is probably the most consistent and patient sign of the three.  This is largely due to the influence of Saturn, the teacher or task maker, which is their ruling planet.

If you were to give the Sun and the Moon (if in the element earth) 2 points each and the rest of the planets in the element earth including the MC and the Ascendant one point each, if you reach a total of at least 6 there would be an emphasis in this element of Earth in the natal chart.  People with six or more earth signs have a strong desire to achieve in the material sense and what they achieve has to stand the test of time and secure their future plans.  They are attuned to their senses and live in the moment when dealing in facts.  They often enjoy the physical comforts of an earthly existence and seek to become comfortable and secure as they mature into themselves.

It is a common assumption that these individuals are not overly emotional, yet they are.  They are emotional on a very deep level.  They do not show their emotions easily, particularly Capricorn which often has a challenge when trying to express their feelings.  All earth signs could be considered somewhat calculating individuals and all have goals in mind and they usually know that it takes time to reach their goals.  They are willing to wait and will not take short cuts as this would risk the overall outcome.

You would do well to associate yourself with individuals with a strong earth influence as they will be reliable and steadfast companions.  They will offer up their best to help you find security in your life, at least in a monetary sense and will work hard in relationships to create a firm foundation that will stand the test of time.

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FROM A POSITIVE PERSPECTIVE

How does our intention set things in motion?

We all experience times in our lives when nothing seems to go right (in our opinions).  Do we simply throw in the towel and give up or is there something we can do to turn things around?

We often allow ourselves to feel as though we have little to no control in our lives.  It is true that some life events will happen with or without our consent.  To fight the “inevitable” events just created hardship in our lives.  From this perspective, we must learn to let go and have faith.  The actual act of letting go is completely within our control.  We are making a choice to allow.  This is a choice....this is control.  This choice to let go is not giving up.  It is actually allowing our higher self or source to ultimately steer us in the direction we are meant to go.

Letting go can be an extremely difficult choice, but believing and knowing allows our guides, our higher self or source to take us to places we could not imagine otherwise.

There are many choices that we can make for any one given circumstances and there are never wrong choices.  There are only varying lessons and there are events in life that happen in our lives that we have no choice but to experience.  It is the experience that we have choice over.  We can make the experience more difficult by fighting the inevitable or we can make the experience a learning tool through acceptance, none ownership and releasing.  Through these latter steps we can learn and move on.  If we make the experience personal and own it, we do not allow ourselves to move beyond the experience.  No one is meant to suffer and stagnate.  Take control of your life by letting go but not giving up.

With the intention to let life take us where we are meant to go and when we have faith in the process, we move beyond the hurdles.  The hurdles are then just lessons not impenetrable walls that hold us back from living.  We are at the mercy of our focus...our beliefs.  Why would we not choose to believe that all things are possible?  We cannot become weighed down with attempting to correct what we feel is wrong with the flow of life because it is unfolding not in the way that we had envisioned.  By becoming stuck in focusing on specific events, we become captives of them.  The emotions of those events that we feel are negative become our world. 

By focusing beyond emotionally heavy events, we release ourselves from their bondage.  By loving ourselves enough to let go, we allows life to flow and the love that is in us to be experienced, particularly by self.

Can we see the beauty that is right in front of us?  Be in tuned to life’s force and recognize that we are one with it.  Take action when it is necessary but during those events that we are there for the lesson, trust and have faith that we will grow and flourish.  See and enjoy the miracle of life!

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THE ELEMENT AIR IN ASTROLOGY

The zodiac signs that fall into the element of Air are Gemini, Libra and Aquarius.  The individuals influence by the element air rely on their intellect in life and do not do well when it comes to the emotions, although Libra will try their best to weigh things out.  Air signs often enjoy a good debate.  They are proud of their intellect and are quite communicative.  Gemini in particular relishes knowledge although they often tend to flutter from one thing to another.

Air signs enjoy theorizing and will question things until they feel comfortable with the final outcome.  Many are quite indecisive and have their heads in the clouds, particularly Aquarius, as many Aquarians delve deep into matters that are not easy to decipher.  Most individuals with strong Air in their charts enjoy mental challenges and will dive into almost any subject.

In general, these individuals are very observant although some are somewhat detached, particularly Aquarius as they understand that they do not fit easily into the mainstream; however, they are comfortable with their uniqueness.  Most Air signs are considered quite co-operative and open to dialogue, particularly Libra, as balance and harmony is high on their agenda.

Those with six or more counts in Air signs (remember to give the Sun and Moon two counts), live in their minds, are always seeking knowledge, and are intrigued with information.  Many are well schooled and avid readers.  Those that are not well schooled become versatile in life and learn quickly from interaction with others.  They love to share their knowledge with other people and never tire of learning.

For those that lack Air in their birth charts (no count or one count) seem to be somewhat disconnected when it comes to their communicative potential.  They need interaction but often feel separated or misunderstood.  They always seem to be searching for the best way to define themselves but the best ways to release their emotions might be through the written word.  Some individuals who are challenged when trying to verbalize find it easy to put the information down on paper.

Those lacking in air in their natal chart can be somewhat distrustful of the intellect and will learn primarily from life experience.  Life is their teacher and they gain much insight even if it is only for themselves.  Some lack objectivity and will only learn about themselves from the feedback of others.  Because of this, those lacking in air often feel apart from the crowd, different in some way and self-expression can become a real challenge.

Compensation for a lack of air in the birth chart includes Mercury which defines the intellect in an air sign or well aspected in Gemini, also if Mercury is in Virgo, if Mercury is conjunct the Sun or Uranus, as well as Venus in Libra or an emphasis in Mutable signs.  If Mercury is conjunct the MC or Ascendant, it also assists someone who lacks Air in their natal chart.  Mercury rules the mind and our ability to communicate, so if it is well aspected in the natal chart, it will also help this deficiency, but if it is poorly aspected it adds to the deficiency.

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LESSONS THROUGH STRUGGLE

There are some of us who have come into this life to learn lessons about humility.  Perhaps they were over-zealous in a previous life and had too much power.  Perhaps they abused their power and took advantage of those less fortunate.  Is it now their turn to learn lessons about how to live under less than ideal conditions?  They will learn the meaning of humility and find ways to rise above these feelings of inadequacy. 

Many of these people are meek and shy especially in youth and slowly rise above their feelings of inadequacy, in the eyes of others but particularly in their own eyes.

It is hard to say exactly why the soul has chosen such a life of struggle and what is hoped to learn.  However, in most cases a soft and gentle existence is not an existence that nurtures growth. 

If we are open to our life’s experiences and do not own the sorrow and distress but see these experiences as stepping stones for our soul, the lessons are invaluable.  Moving forward with these lessons allows us to move beyond the sorrow and opens the door so that we can move beyond these conditions.  Much is learned.  

When we learn to let go and accept, a slow but steady ascension begins and a new life slowly unfolds.  The lessons learned are deep and liberating once learned. 

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SUN IN GEMINI

The Sun moves into the sign of Gemini on the 21^st of May, 2016. 

Those that have the Sun in Gemini, the Ascendant in Gemini and planets located in the third house will have some of the following characteristics but if you fall into these categories and you find that some of these qualities do not resonate with you, there will be other stronger influences in the birth chart that moderate some of the Gemini characteristics.

Gemini is the natural ruler of the third house and is a mutable sign.  Those with strong Gemini in their birth charts are known to be versatile and adaptable and find it easy to move from one topic or event to another.  They enjoy being on the move and love change and variety in their lives.  It takes a lot to keep a typical Gemini entertained for extended periods of time.  If you are trying to find something that stimulates their attention, you will need to activate their busy minds with things that interest them.

Gemini individuals love to explore different facets of life.  They are adventurous and easily stimulated but have a short attention span, so you will have to keep them entertained with many topics to maintain their interest.  They need stimuli and variety in life or they become bored.  They are busy people and love to keep on the go most of the time.  Travel and education are areas of life that hold their attention and you can enjoy your time with them when on vacations and sharing learned knowledge through communication.

Communication is the key to much of their happiness and the majority of individuals with Gemini strong in their natal chart have some knowledge on a variety of subjects.  The only problem is that they scatter their energies so much that they rarely have deep knowledge on anything specific.  They like to skim the surface on many subjects and can be quite knowledgeable on many of these varied subjects.  They know a little about almost anything.  It would be beneficial for them to learn to keep their focus on one subject for extended periods of time.  If they could master this, they would be an amazing sources of information.

Their beliefs are also subject to change and they can read a book and be quite entertained by its contents and find the information fascinating but it is not always guaranteed that they will complete the book.  If something draws their attention, they can easily be swayed off topic and move to something completely new.  They truly believe that variety is the spice of life and make great companions if you want variety and adventure in your daily life.  You will not have a chance to become bored and you can spend much of the conversation time listening to what they have to say about information on most any subject.

Life has to be exciting and stimulating and should be adventurous and even extreme at times to maintain a Gemini’s full attention.  Gemini individuals are intellectual and love conversations on many levels.  They will never be short on words or information.

 

Gemini is a very inquisitive sign and they are also very interested in their own personal lives.  Many will read this post, partly for entertainment, partly because they are inquisitive and partly because they want to learn more about themselves and expand.

Yes; Gemini individuals are changeable but they are also adaptable.  They are ready for almost anything and will be willing to venture far and wide both mentally and physically to learn more of what life offers.  These individuals are quite willing to share all of the knowledge they have acquired especially with those that are important to them.

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FULL MOON IN SAGITTARIUS

On May 21, 2016 at 5:16 p.m. EDT the Moon will be full.  The full moon, known as the flower moon, will be 1 degree 14 minutes in Sagittarius. 

You will be particularly personally affected by this Full Moon if you have links in your birth chart to 1 degree and particularly if in Conjunction, Square, Trine and Opposition.  A Full Moon is often thought to bring a time of harvest of the seeds of life that you planted on the New Moon Cycle of the same sign, but during this time, you can also begin something new that previously you have been making plans for.

With the Full Moon in the fire sign of Sagittarius, this is a prime time to begin something and set things in motion, as fire signs are enthusiastic, and energy is associated with this element.  Sagittarius is a high minded sign which is reflected strongly by its connection to Jupiter the planet of expansive energy and optimistic realizations.  Sagittarius loves adventure and starting something new particularly in areas that involve spirituality and mystical pursuits, as well as travel.

Jupiter is known as the most opportunistic planet and brings with it good luck, good fortune and an overall feeling of exuberance.  Jupiter is expansive and builds on anything that you put in front of it, making it larger than life and full of expectations.  If you have plans that you have been working on or plans that you wish to bring to fruition, this will be a good time to push forward.  Your chances of success are heightened and a general feeling of optimism will be present.

If this is a business plan in the making, now might be the time to figure out what you need to do to move ahead.  If there is a marriage proposal, the timing might be perfect and you can complete your plans that could prove to be perfect in many ways. 

As mentioned Jupiter promotes growth and good fortune and offers opportunities, especially as Mercury will go direct May 22, the day after this Full Moon.  Transiting Mars will also conjunct this position of the Moon on the same day as Mercury goes direct.  This will emphasize these energies and if you have been procrastinating, now would be the time to take action.  Mars is retrograde during this cycle and often the retrograde motion is definitive of keeping action to a minimum.  If, however, you have been procrastinating retrograde Mars suggests the opposite.

Verify what house in your natal or birth chart that is affected by this conjunction of transiting Mars and the Moon as this will be the area of life that will be affected.  If you have other planets or important points in this same degree or close to the same degree, this might be a very eventful time in your life.  All the houses that are affected will play a part in defining just what potential lies ahead.  It is as though the energy of these planets is stimulated by this Full Moon and Mars.

This can be a time of decisive action and the motivational force will be Jupiter which promises good luck especially if well aspected in the natal chart.  If you have set things in motion at the New Moon phase, this will be the time to reap your rewards.  You will now see the fruits of your labour.  You may push ahead or reset and count your loses.  The energy you put into things now has great opportunities to expand and has the potential to work out well over the long haul.

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