TRANSITING VENUS THROUGH THE NATAL CHART

Venus is the planet of love and attraction.  Its movement through the zodiac is quick and often very passive in its energies.  Its influence lasts not much longer than a day or two, but while in retrograde can stimulate an area of your chart for much longer.  In retrograde, Venus can pass over a specific area of your chart several times and highlight that area for the duration it is in effect. 

Venus often draws things to you and this could include romantic involvement, social attractions, financial conditions, creativity.  It often suggests that this is a time to enjoy yourself.  Venus in its highest form is love, pure love; and its connections can bring wonderful experiences. 

Venus in almost any aspect to another planet or significant angle has positive ramifications.  Even under the more harsh astrological aspects, such as the square and opposition, Venus often brings fruitful conditions although you may have to work to get there.  Saturn is often the only contrary planet as it seems to test love and affection.  Saturn is the teacher and can create struggle, although the final rewards may be a relationship.  Venus factors “growing into maturity” under a more stable and secure structure.

Under the influence of Venus, it is a time to have fun, go to parties, host parties and socialize with others.  It often suggests pleasant conditions and fortunate encounters.  Venus can bring beauty and refinement into your life. 

Check which sign and house your natal Venus is located in to get a clearer picture of how Venus interacts within the natal framework of your specific chart.  Also check to see which house and which sign transiting Venus is moving through to get a clearer understanding of what areas of life are affected and under what energies its influence will affect.  The aspect it makes to natal planets has a huge impact on how the energies gel and how they will be released.

Enjoy your Venus transits when they are activated and have some fun.  Make the best out of a good thing.

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NEW MOON 26 DEGREES LIBRA, Part II

We continue our look at the New Moon in Libra from yesterday, October 18, 2017. 

As mentioned yesterday, we will be experiencing a New Moon in the sign of Libra peaking today, October 19, 2017 at 3:12 p.m. (Eastern daylight savings time).  Plant your seeds for growth or bring something already created to an exciting new level under these energies.  Please read yesterday’s post for information on the Libra New Moon specifically and the influence Jupiter currently has.  Today we will continue by looking at Mercury’s conjunction and Uranus’ opposition to the New Moon.   

Mercury conjunct this placement of the New Moon brings together mental reasoning into the realms of emotional and instinctive feelings.  You may find it easier to rationalize your emotions and this is not normally an easy task.  The energies of the New Moon in Libra can push you to be extremely protective of those you love and you can use your intellect to defend those that you might feel are being treated unjustly.  The emotions can work well with the intellect under this influence, and you may find ways to keep things in line and also find solutions to problems with family and friends.  As mentioned, it is all about balancing things out.

The only aspect that could be a little erratic would come from the opposition to Uranus.  Uranus is a bit impulsive and behaves in unconventional ways.  You might feel the need to break free from any intrusive behaviour from others or from life situations, at this time.  The desire to move in a different direction is strong and often other people or life circumstances seem to push you in this direction.  Uranus will bring awareness to anything that needs dealing with, but can make you behave erratically.  Remember, however, your response to life is always in your hands.  You choose how to handle any situation, so you cannot blame your reactions on anyone or anything else.  It is wise to accept responsibility. 

Check to see where these planets are transiting in your personal natal chart, especially Uranus as it will have an impact on that area of life for some time.  Uranus moves slowly through the zodiac, and it remains in each house for approximately seven years.  It may be affecting other planet or angles within your natal chart as well which will also have an influence but this obviously cannot be detailed without having seen the chart. 

Libra is ruled by the planet Venus, and Venus often speak of financial conditions.  With Uranus and Jupiter as part of the equation, you may become overly extravagant during this time.  Watch for over-spending or spending on a whim.  Erratic financial conditions are sometimes part of the process and you may find that you come into money or spend too much money during this time. 

It is a good idea to monitor your spending and use your funds wisely.  Even though you feel like you can spend freely during this time, it might not be the best idea.

For further clarification of transiting Uranus and other transiting planets as well as any progressions now affecting your natal chart, we have information on the planets and houses on our website at www.holmastrology.com

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NEW MOON 26 DEGREES LIBRA, Part I

On October 19, 2017, we will be experiencing a New Moon in the sign of Libra.  As we have mentioned many time before, the New Moon signifies the potential for starting something (time to plant your seeds) or to bringing something already created to an exciting new level.  This ability to go deeper into something already begun or begin something completely new applies to everyone. 

When deciphering what influence the New Moon will have on you specifically, it is important to know that the energies will have a greater influence if it is near a planet (either by conjunction, square or opposition) in your Astrology chart.  It should be within five degrees to a planet or important angle.  The closer to exact, the stronger effect it will have in your life.  Check to see which houses are being touched by this New Moon (the house of the New Moon and the house/houses of planets affecting the position of the New Moon).  Sextiles and Trines also affect the New Moon; however, the more challenging aspects will promote growth and opportunities to accelerate the potential, while the easy aspect speak of easy flow and often comfort within the areas of life affected.  As a result, the easier aspects may not promoting action.

The new Moon in the sign of Libra often points to the energies of pleasing experiences, social settings, amiable situations and sometimes important love relationships.  It is a time of balancing and harmonizing relationships with others and also a time to look for harmony within self.  It is a balancing time not a balanced time.  If there are problems within close personal relationships, this will be the time when you have the potential of correcting these issues.  You can be personal, influential and also quite agreeable.  Do not go overboard with this, however, as Jupiter is conjunct this positioning and often exaggerates whatever potential is available.

Jupiter tends to amplify things.  It tends to blow things out of proportion or make you think in over-optimistic terms.  Being optimistic and feeling that nothing can go wrong is a portion of the energies that Jupiter will bring.  This can be a good thing as long as you do not over-expect, as this can bring feelings of despair when Jupiter passes from this position.  Jupiter brings expansion and teaches us about life’s philosophies while experiencing it.  Jupiter’s energies can open doors at this time and bring people into our circle that have great influence on us in very positive ways.

We will continue our look at the New Moon in Libra and the current aspects to it tomorrow.

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ARE YOU READY?

I have read, as I am sure many of you have as well, that we are currently experiencing a shift in consciousness. 

Do you feel it?  

What, if anything, can you do to prepare for such a shift?  Do you need to do anything?  How will it affect you, if at all? 

These are questions that we have heard being tossed around. 

Whether we take action or not, the shift is in motion. 

How do you prepare?  The energies, as with any energy, will touch us if and when we are ready.  The personal experience of these energies only unfolds at the rate we are able to experience them.  One individual may have already undergone an immense shift.  The next individual may only have a few more things that need to surface to begin their new journey and yet another person may have years of prep work ahead of them. 

Preparation can be part of the process and many of us have been going through changes at an incredible rate in the recent past.  What can we do to prepare?  We can, but it is not necessary, have a look at our life and make changes if we feel we must.  Most importantly, let go and recognize the eternal moment and its significance.  Be present and allow.

Are you ready?  Think about that question for a moment.  We would not be focused on this shift if we were not ready.  Let go of the outcome and enjoy the process. 

How will it affect you?  It is enlightening.  This journey brings you into the moment and within that moment resides everything. 

Release your expectations.  This experience may seem new, yet we also know the feeling, as though we are returning home.  It is somehow familiar. 

You are part of the shift.  Enjoy and be.

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GETTING BACK TO ASTROLOGICAL BASICS

Sometimes it is good to have a bit of a re-freshener with Astrology.  The fundamental basics are essential and need to be carried through even with the most advanced techniques.  In the field of Astrology you will always be a student.  It is important to recognize that we will NEVER know all that is available through Astrology as it is an ongoing science.  As an Astrologer, it is essential to always be open to and welcome continued education as you will be a permanent student of Astrology.

The sign positioning and house positioning of planets and significant angles (MC, ASC, DC, IC) are the most relevant in determining the areas of life (houses) and the relevant signature traits (signs) inherent with a chart.  Always look to these positions and placements to get a clear picture of the energies inherent in the chart.  House placements and Sign positioning emphases, such as a Stellium in a house or sign for example, will greatly enhance that area of the chart.

The Sun, the Moon and the Ascendant are determining factors in the individual’s expression and greatly enhance the character traits of an individual.  A Stellium, for example, in the sign of Leo or an emphasis in the fifth house ruled be Leo, will significantly change the character of someone with a Virgo or Capricorn Sun for example.  This is a perfect example of why some people do not fit into their Sun sign character trait (and for the simple fact there is so much more involved in an Astrology chart than just the Sun sign).

Tight aspects between Planets or Angles have a profound impact on the energies of the planets or angles that are aspecting.  For example, using the Leo signature again, it will be very difficult for the Sun in Leo to have the usual flair and ego consciousness if there is a square from let’s say the Moon and Saturn.  It would take hard work to bring to the forefront the emotional response of the typical Leo and its release due to the square from Saturn and the Moon.  This individual would have to work very hard to express themselves emotionally and with any type of vigor in comparison to say someone with a Leo Sun with a conjunction from Mercury, Jupiter and Venus or a rising sign of Leo as well as a Sun in Leo. 

Angles or aspects from other planets help determine how challenged or with what ease an individual has in releasing the energies from that planet.  The energies are also influenced greatly by the energies of other planets.  For example, a Sun in Leo individual with a conjunction to Uranus in Leo would also be somewhat eccentric in their expression and have a very unique character.  With a Pluto conjunction this individual would express themselves in a more dynamic manner and have great power in their self-expression.  This could point to leadership abilities being enhanced, but could also indicate a domineering individual.

Astrological configurations, as well as an emphasis on an aspect or lack of aspect, will also have a profound effect on the individual’s life journey.  A person with a Grand Square will have much more challenging conditions in life than someone with a Grand Trine.  The Grand Square individual will have opposing factors within their life’s mission but can use these energies to propel them forward in life once these energies are harnessed.  The Grand Trine individual will have a greater ease in obtaining benefits than that of other individuals, but may also become complacent and sit back far too much when they should be driving themselves forward.

These are a few examples of the factors which must be considered when deciphering a natal chart   Although they may seem rudimentary, they are significant and should never be overlooked when determining factors at work in an individual’s Astrology chart.

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BODY & MIND PSYCHIC FAIR, COLLINGWOOD

The Fair is finally here.  Doors open at 10 a.m. today, October 14.  Our last booking will be 4:30 p.m. 

We are located at the beautiful Georgian Bay Hotel & Conference Centre, 10 Vacation Inn Drive in Collingwood, Ontario.

Admission to the fair is free.

These events are traditionally very busy and bookings are a first come first serve basis.

We will be offering Astrology base oracle card readings only at the fair as Astrology charts are too extensive with the fair time restraints.  You are certainly welcome to book an Astrology chart reading for a future date. 

Please be sure to locate us at the fair and stop to say hello.

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TRANSITING PLUTO TRINE NATAL VENUS

This transit of Pluto to Venus can manifest in several ways.  First and usually foremost it speaks in terms of love and romance.  Second, it may speak in terms of your finances, material possessions and in some cases, artistic pursuits.

When it comes to love and romance, it often brings to the surface challenges within an existing relationship that can now be dealt with and rectified.  It can deepen and bring more security within this relationship as long as you deal with things appropriately.  If there are problems, they usually stem from ego and power struggles.  You must recognize them as such and be able to face and deal with them.  Sometimes the relationship seems to be running along perfectly and now becomes even deeper and more satisfying.  The relationship reaches a new level of understanding and commitment under this influence.

If this period brings a new relationship into fruition, this relationship can be a deep and personal one with strong sexual energies.  You seem to know each other instinctively or the dialogue between you is very deep and personal.  The potential for change and evolution for both of you is heighten, and this applies to a new found relationship or a long standing one.  Pluto transforms, regenerates and speaks of personal change.  Its energies can make love relationships profound and with great substance.  In general, trines speak of easy flow and a good rapport.  This combination bring positive outcomes to life.  This aspect is the one we are always waiting for.

If this transit of Pluto to Venus brings financial conditions into focus, then it often speaks of potential increases in this area.  You may inherit money, come into money through marriage or partnership, even through business associations. 

Sometimes Venus speaks about creative potential and much recognition is possible at this time.  You will need to bring things to the surface and find ways to express your creativity, perhaps through shows, or through the meeting of influential people.  It is a time to push forward with your creative insights and let others see what you are capable of doing.

Your feelings are stimulated at this time, and you can make things happen.  DO NOT sit back in reflection even though Pluto will make this easy to do.  Push forward and strive to reach your objectives in life, whether this is creative and/or romantic.  The energies are in a good place and you should use them to assist you in uncovering what you are in search of.

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