SUN IN LEO

On July 23 of this year, the Sun will move into the sign of Leo which is a fixed fire sign. 

Those with strong Leo tendencies (this will include not only having the Sun in Leo, but also having the rising sign in Leo or several planets in the fifth house) are natural leaders.  They are not followers or people who need direction.  As a matter of fact, this is where they shine, as they need to be in charge.  They are very ambitious and can dominate any conversation and often stand out in the crowd.  They want to be noticed and will go out of their way to make sure that you know they are there.

They are confident people and demand attention and although they are very friendly, open-hearted and giving, they still like appreciation for all of their hard efforts.  They will go out of their way to make others comfortable and stop at nothing to help those in need.  But if they are not appreciated for their actions, you will fall out of favour.  If you let a Leo individual down, they can easily become disenchanted and hurt.  This is all due their big hearts and sensitivity.

They are strong willed and self-regulating and will not depend on others to get the job done.  They can delegate but know they can rely on themselves so they would not have a problem doing what must be done themselves.  They want to be successful, look successful and can lead others and help others make their dreams come true.  They can fulfill their own dreams and these dreams are often big.

As a lover they are romantic, sensual and dedicated once they find someone to give their heart to.  Many will have countless romantic affairs in search of that perfect partner.  As mentioned, appreciation means a great deal to them.  If this need is not fulfilled and they do not feel valued or respected, they can let go of a relationship even if it has been long lasting.  Once they break off a relationship, there is usually no looking back.  Any power struggle can quickly end a relationship, as they need to have some control of the situation.  Compliment the Leo individual and you will have their attention; criticize them and trouble will surely follow.

There are many professions that are suitable to the typical Leo characteristics, although a leadership role is important.  You will find many good politicians under the Leo rule as well as teachers and lawyers.  Many have a flair for handling finances and you can find bankers under this admiral sign.

A Leo individual who is not centred or is without a clear direction can become overly self-centred and temperamental.  They may seek attention and will be very stubborn in their approach; they are right and that is that.  Some seem to boast about their accomplishments and few are humble.  Their arrogance at times can be quite distasteful.  However, this is the lower expression of the sign of Leo.  In general Leo individuals are kind hearted, loving individuals, who would do anything for others.  They will hold on to any meaningful relationships and this includes anyone who needs them and relates to them. 

Find yourself a well-rounded Leo and make a friend for life, a warm and faithful one at that. 

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HINTS ON CONNECTING WITH YOUR GUIDES, PART I

Relatives that have passed over and your guides are never very far away.  They are with you frequently and are at your side especially in times of need. 

Your guides do change over time as they are there to help you during specific times in your life and when their particular energies and expertise fit your areas of required growth at the time.  Many guides will come and go but there can be specific guides that are with you during your life time.

For those wanting to enjoy a clear connection with their guides, meditation is a wonderful tool.  To help get started, there are meditation techniques available from many sources and you will undoubtedly find at least one or more that will work well for you.  Your particular vibration fits certain procedures and you will have to find one or several that suit you.  Keep trying until you find what resonates with you and allows the energies to come through.  Do not expect some over-the-top experience.  The connection is very subtle at least in the early stages.  It is like a muscle, it takes practice and experience to get consistently good at clearing your mind.

Alternatively, you can meditate without any assistance from outside sources as the sounds of nature or simple silence may be your most helpful aid to silence your mind.

There will be times when you are connecting and you may not even be aware of it.  This often deters some of us from continuing our practice as we feel as though we are getting nowhere or that our progress is stifled. 

Watch for ego intervention, as ego will tell you that you are never ready for this connection.  Understand that you are always ready and you would not even be attempting to connect unless you were ready.

Some meditation experiences are simple silence and peace.  Do not underestimate this experience.  It is a wonderful one.  Reduce the chatter and rejuvenate the soul, mind and body.  This mediation brings us the strength and courage during trying times.  To still the mind also helps us to de-stress.

Some meditations allow the subtle voice within to provide us with valuable information.  This quite voice does not operate the same way that the mind does.  Sometimes the mind will repeat the words offered by our guides or higher self because the way you tap into these subtle connections do not come through on normal channels.  Some people’s experiences suggest that the words received from spirit/guides/higher self are not actually in the form of normal spoken words as the message is received instantaneously.  It does not take the normal time for the information to be processes such as when we are listening to verbal information.  It is as though everything is being said in an instant and comprehension is complete and clear also in the instant that the information is provided to us from our guides.  It is as though a whole sentence or even a paragraph is said instantaneously, all at once and this is foreign to the physical mind so our minds repeats the words.

Experiment with different ways of meditation over the next five days and we will continue this post on meditation on July 26, 2016.

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TRANSITING URANUS TRINE NATAL URANUS (AGE 28 & 56)

Transiting Uranus has an 84 year cycle.  In other words it takes Uranus approximately 84 years to circle the zodiac and move back to the original position where it was located at the time of your birth.  As a result, it is most likely that Uranus will trines its natal position twice in a life time.  Its first contact by trine is around the age 28 closely aligning with your first Saturn return, and the second will be at age 56, which is a couple of years prior to your second Saturn return.  Both of these positions will vary in energy from individual to individual primarily because of the location of transiting Uranus as well as the position of Natal Uranus by house position in each of our charts.

The first trine of Uranus to Uranus is significant because of the massive changes that will occur as a result of this trine and as a result of the Saturn return.  The Trine to Uranus initiates a desire for change and the want to break free and begin anew or start over, utilizing the information obtained through life experiences up to the point of the trine.  Uranus wants to shake things up and a trine usually suggests affirmative changes.  There will be a desire to break free from the influence of your parents and sometimes your peer group because this time is often referred to as the transition from young adulthood into maturity and with maturity comes responsibility.

You will want to be able to do the things that you want and be able to express yourself more precisely during this time than during any time prior to this period.  With the Saturn return quickly at the heels of this trine to Uranus, responsibilities are sure to come your way and rather quickly.  As a result, this is a time of gaining inner strength and resilience so you are ready for whatever your Saturn’s return will bring.  This includes finding a suitable mate if you do not already have an appropriate one, finding an occupation that suits your ever changing needs, (which I promise will settle after the Saturn return) and to break free of any restrictive life influences that have been holding you back.

The second trine at the age of 56 is quite different as you will be in a totally different state of mind and look at life from a different vantage point.  You are not setting the stage for what is important in life as when you were 28.  The need to settle into your life’s work and raising a family is likely behind you.  Initially, this second trine is a time for reflection and reviewing where you are now especially from the time of your Uranus opposition to its birth position at age 42.  The changes you made at that stage in your life have taken you to where you are now.  You will now evaluate your life experiences and your achievements and in most cases, ready yourself for retirement which is often begins in and around the second Saturn return in about 2-3 years.

You will once again re-evaluate your life’s work and make some decisions on where you would like to go in the next several years.  You may work towards early retirement and set the stage for what comes next.  Some make massive changes now and as long as you take the time to think things over, you will probably be ready once your Saturn return is in full activation or nearing its conclusion.  What is important now differs from what you experienced in the first trine period.  Now it will be your needs that must be met and you will make whatever changes needed that can push you in your intended direction.

During this trine it is suggested that you take the time to set a course that will eventually take you to where you might want to see yourself in approximately seven years when Uranus makes it second square to itself at age 63. 

The second Uranus trine is usually an exciting change of direction, one which is required by the soul personality and will take you where you need to go.  Both of these periods can be disruptive as sometimes change can be stressful and the energies of Uranus can be sudden but under most conditions, the final outcome is positive in its nature. 

Prepare yourself for change, for evolution, for an awakening of self.  This “self” is one that will not be recognizable until this period in your life has been experienced.

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LISTEN TO YOUR LOVING INNER VOICE

It can be somewhat challenging when after a lifetime of listening and adhering to your ego that you begin to recognize and hear the quiet soothing voice that radiates love and compassion from within. 

The ego may have held a dominant role in your life for many years but recognizing the inner voice as truth, will slowly release ego’s unyielding grip and its domination which is powered by fear.

The ego will attempt to stand in the way of the truth offered by the inner voice that constantly reminds us of our true self.  We can rely on the inner voice for guidance even though our ego will tell us that this is not true. Our ego will argue that even if this information is true, we are not worthy.  We can expect this inner voice, whispered by our higher self, our guides or source, to prove to us over time of its existence.  It never fails and always promotes strength.

The ego searches for ways to weaken our resolve and tells us often that no such inner personality exists and that we are under its total control. 

When we learn to listen to the inner voice for guidance and assistance it becomes louder and stronger and the ego loses its grip.  It can take time to reach this place of understanding and we will be tempted during the process to let go and give up.  We will be told that what we are searching for does not exist and that no matter how hard we try we are held captive although being held captive is not how this will be expressed.

We can make a choice on what directive to follow and we always have control on what we want to do with this new found information, but we must recognize how the ego operates, and over time, we will learn how to decipher between what is ego and what is truth. 

The time has come to move out of the grips of ego.  We are no longer held without allowing ourselves to be held.  The time is ripe for action.  What we can do with this freedom?  We can manifest a life that resonates with purpose and allows us flight in the process. 

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FULL MOON IN CAPRICORN

We will be experiencing the energies of the Full Moon in the sign of Capricorn on the 19^th of July. 

The Full Moon suggests that it is time to harvest the seeds that you planted during the new Moon in Capricorn six months ago.  The energies of the Full Moon help to bring your plans into fruition. 

It is time to act, if you are prepared that is, as Capricorn is a sign associated with the organization of plans and using practical means to achieve whatever it is you have set out to do.  It is also a time to have a close look at these ideas.  Are you ready?  Have you prepared accordingly and taken the time to create your foundation to set these things in motion?  If you are prepared and you have set the groundwork in place, now may be the time to reap your rewards or take action.  Much will depend on the amount of time you have taken preparing and how solid the foundation is that you have set.  If you are not ready or have fallen short, now could be the time when you should pick up the pieces and begin anew or change direction.  You may have to count your losses and drop the project all together if this is what needs to be done.

The house location of the Full Moon will define what area of life we are talking about for your specific chart.  If, for example, the Full Moon is in your tenth house, the house that is naturally ruled by Capricorn, now may be the time to act on your career choices, to ask for that promotion or start your own business. 

The Full Moon will be at 27 degrees 40 minutes Capricorn and if you have any planets making a connection to this degree, especially by conjunction, this could be a very significant period in your life.  Have a look at how this degree of the Full Moon is being aspected in your chart by natal planets and other transits and progressions as this will help you understand what obstacles you might be facing or how smooth these plans will materialize.  You can give yourself a ten degree angle of influence.  As a result, any planet between 22 degrees and 2 degrees will be in the orb of impact.

Capricorn’s energies are associated with organization, responsibility, opportunity to move forward after diligent work, ambition, patience which is often part of the process with a Full Moon in Capricorn and persistence.  These are requirements that meet the criteria of this Full Moon.  You will have to be persistent and you cannot allow negativity to enter into the equation.  Understand that Capricorn requires you to work hard for your rewards and nothing comes easily.  You reap what you sow.  Often patience becomes a virtue and a lesson well learned during this cycle.

It is time to move ahead in your objectives and the area of life affected can become very productive for you if you take the necessary time and make the proper plans. 

All the best in your future endeavours and make sure you use this opportunity to advance your cause.

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Clear Understanding

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TRANSITING URANUS RETROGRADE AND DIRECT

Uranus’ is a very revolutionary planet as its energies seek freedom of expression and have a strong desire to remove themselves from anything that has gone stale or no longer serves a viable purpose.  Uranus’ energy acts in an unexpected manner and you can never be totally sure how it will react under pressure. 

Under most conditions, the area of life being affect by Uranus is the house it is transiting through especially in the retrograde cycle.  There is often a feeling that something has to change or be shaken up somewhat before its actual expression is activated.  Quite often you get warnings of necessary changes in the area of life under review and then when it turns direct either you make the necessary changes or life makes things happen for you.  If you choose to do nothing then life will often take a leading role and quite often it is not overly pleasant in its expression.  Things can happen on the spur of the moment, suddenly, unexpectedly, without warning.  With Uranus, you can expect the unexpected.

When a planet is in retrograde, the energies related to the planet and the house(s) it is transiting are stifled or held back.  The energy is turned inward and a time for review is at hand.  It is a time to re-think things, to re-do things and in an attempt to repair things, you can prepare for when the energies are released and then move forward in the new direction of your choice.  The best time to move forward in your objectives is when the planet goes direct.

Uranus suggests that this is a time for inner reflection not only about your life but on a more personal level – the level of “who you are”.  It often provides you with more freedom of expression and you just want to be you, or the new you.  This is particularly so if Uranus is retrograde in your birth chart.  (Any planet that is retrograde in the birth chart becomes more powerful when it turns retrograde through transit.)

Uranus is known as the awakener and this is what it will try to achieve in the area of life dictated by the house it is transiting in your chart.  You should also have a look at the natal placement of Uranus by house and also by aspect as this will give you clues into how things might unfold.  As with all of the outer planets, Uranus will make suggestions along the way but it will often create a reaction with little or no direction from you. 

Life happens and things change.  Uranus will be the culprit behind these actions, but remember regardless of how drastic and challenging the conditions may be, Uranus always provides you with exactly what you need.  The end result is beneficial.

When Uranus goes direct this will often be the time when these areas of life that are involved will be motivated to move towards the new, to make necessary changes but can be in disruptive ways but just for the moment.  Do not spend any time worrying about how things might manifest, as Uranus acts on impulse and without warning and often releases in ways that you cannot be prepared for. 

Some people fear changes.  Those who are more evolved, or open to the new, know that when the timing is ripe and change is necessary, it should be welcomed with open arms.  Uranus will take you where you need to go, so be open and listen.  You will know which avenue to take, if life does not dictate, that is.

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