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There will be nine classes in total which will be held in Barrie, Ontario.

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GETTING BACK TO ASTROLOGICAL BASICS

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

The sign 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 in the chart.  House placements and Sign positioning emphases, such as a Stellium in a house or sign, 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 the description of their Sun sign character traits (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 of energy due to the square from Saturn (restrictions) and the Moon (emotions).  This individual would have to work very hard to express themselves emotionally and with great vigor in comparison to say someone with a Leo Sun with a conjunction from Mercury, Jupiter and Venus or a rising sign of 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 many 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.

If you are interested in learning more, Holm Astrology is offering an in-class course beginning November 13, in Barrie, Ontario.  For more details on the course, please utilize our link to the PDF course outline at http://www.holmastrology.com/Advertisement%20attachment-1.pdf   You can register for our course at http://www.holmastrology.com/apps/webstore/  If you have any questions, do not hesitate to contact us at www.holmastrology.com/contact-us

THERE ARE ALWAYS OPTIONS

At times it would appear as though we have to be backed into a corner before we are capable of recognize an alternative route, or unexpectedly, out of the blue, an alternative route comes to light.  We can feel lost and somehow without direction before we have this recognition, and we accept the new course of action as we feel as though there are no other choices.

When the choice has been made, we do not understand why we never thought of that alternative earlier.  This make us realize that we were so enveloped or consumed by our surrounding conditions that we were blind to new ways of looking at things.  This is an easy habit to slip into and one we should certainly guard against. 

 

Why did the new choice come to light?  Really, the answer to this is not important.  It is only important to recognize our habits and to work to changing them.   Nonetheless, no matter why we have changed our focus, we now have new options and different paths to take if we so choose.  Things seem to change in an instant and our outlook as a whole can go through just as much of a transformation.

Things often seemed to have to reach a very bleak point, and we release control because we felt there was no other alternative.  Once we have released, recognized and moved forward with this new choice suddenly everything changed.  This proves that we sometimes have to look at things from a different perspective and then new doors will open.

Do NOT “allow” negativity to enter into the equation.  There are always options.  Sometimes that option is simply to let go of control.  Whatever the options, we have to be open to them.  In the worst of conditions, things can magically turn themselves around.    Do not become dismayed and tarnished by life’s events.  They are events; they are not a reflection of you. 

Enjoy the ride no matter how rough and know that something more promising is just around the next corner.

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RETROGRADE MOTION PLANETS

Retrograde motion is a phenomenon that actually occurs quite frequently.  Our Earth is tilted on its axis at 23 ½ degrees, and the planets are in a continuous motion in the skies.  They rise in the east and set in the west due to our Earth’s rotation.  The planets in our solar system travel along the ecliptic and because of our Earth’s rotation move from west to east.

At some point in this rotation the planets appear to slow down and actually stop their movement in the heavens.  This appearance of non-movement is known as the stationary position in Astrology.  The planets then appear to move backwards and this is termed retrograde motion.  This is an illusion and does not actually happen.  It only appears to happen.

These times of retrograde motion can last for a period of a couple of weeks up to several months depending on the planet involved.

If the placement of the planet which is in retrograde makes an aspect to one of the planets in our birth chart their energies are triggered.  The type of energy that is triggered depends entirely on the aspect between the planets involved together with the houses that becomes activated during the contact.

Quite often a Planet such as Pluto will go into retrograde motion and then begin to move forward again and then go back into retrograde two or three times before it returns to direct motion and passes beyond the connection with the planetary force it has touched.  The first contact when a planet goes retrograde is always the most intense energy period.  It is as though something has been activated and we act accordingly.   Each subsequent contact is less intense and the final contact is usually associated with coming to terms with whatever took place as a result of energies of the initial contact.

When Pluto makes a contact to an angle in our natal chart, especially the Ascendant or the Midheaven, its energies can have a profound effect in our lives.  Often the retrograde motion lasts a month or two and then passes over the same degree only to go retrograde again and pass over the same degree again.  The total orb of influence can last six months to one year.  This will transform whatever is being suggested through the sign on the angle and the aspects from other natal positions.  Great transformations occur during such events and we will go through changes both internally and externally that alter our lives, often permanently.

To find out more on retrograde planets in your birth chart or retrograde planets affecting planets or angles in your chart, you should locate these movements in your ephemeris or on line.  A transit and progression chart can be prepared and will provide great details of the affects. 

Currently Uranus and Neptune are retrograde when we posted this on November 8, 2017.  As of January 3, 2018, there will be no planets in retrograde motion and this will continue until March 10, 2018 when Jupiter goes retrograde.  By the end of July, 2018, Mercury, Mars, Jupiter, Saturn, Neptune and Pluto will all be retrograde.

For information on astrology and the charts we offer, please visit our website at www.holmastrology.com

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FREEDOM

What does freedom mean to you? 

Is it the right to speak your mind?  Is it being able to live the way you want to without outside interference? 

Now imagine how some of the less fortunate people live.  It is so easy to get caught up in our own challenges and we can allow them to blow well beyond what they actually are.  We can easily lose touch of what others are going through.  Some have to fight simply to survival, because of their ruling government, overbearing partners, lack of legal structure or due to groups causing bloodshed without the faintest regard for human life.

There are many nations where self-expression is only a dream.  In some nations, women have few to no rights.  Of course, we do not have to travel to other lands to find people living under challenging conditions. 

Sometimes we need to have a close personal look at what is right in front of us to put our own lives into perspective.  We then can truly appreciate how we are living even with daily irritations.  No life is perfect, but many of us live a life filled with blessings whether we recognize them or not.  Conditions could be much worse.  Acknowledge what you have in your life.  See these gifts for what they truly are.

Most of us have freedom of expression and the ability to live out our lives with relative calm except.  As it is often said, count your blessings.  Be thankful for “all” in your life. 

Live in the grace of appreciation every day.  Acknowledge each and every blessing.  You will be shocked at how plentiful they actual are.  Allow the energies of gratitude to float freely.  Remember your focus and when you say thanks in whatever way you choose, you will experience the miracle.

Enjoy this most blessed life.  It is yours and yours alone.

Visit www.holmastrology.com for more information on Astrology and information on the Astrological charts we offer.

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TRANSITING NEPTUNE TRINE NATAL SUN

Minor forecasting for Sun in Scorpio

Neptune has been hovering between 9 to 13 degrees of Pisces all of 2017 and will proceed forward to 13-14 degrees into early 2018.  After which time, Neptune will make its way to 16 degrees Pisces before it goes retrograde again in June of 2018.  Neptune in trine to the Sun and in the sign of Pisces (its natural placement) is all about opening the door to mystical pursuits.  This of course will be relevant to those with this inclination in their overall development plan already set in motion prior to this period.  This is defined in the original birth chart.

If so inclined, there is great opportunity for these individuals to further their enlightenment.  Trines imply easy flow and growth by letting the energies move along with little to no resistance.  Letting go is what Neptune is all about.  Those with indicators in their chart, particularly many water trines, or water on the ascendant or ruling their Sun Sign, have the necessary ingredients to utilize these energies.  There are many other indicators for psychic awareness in the birth chart, but these are primary markers.  Sensitivity is what psychic potential is all about.

The energies of Neptune are ego dissolving, a necessity to awakening.  This is not to say that you should not be happy about the unfolding taking place in your life, but rather that much of these energies will be directed towards the assistance of others.  We are here, after all, to be of assistance and to offer our services to those in need.  Remember we are all brothers and sisters.  We share this common connection.

There are opportunities to bring to fruition your aspirations.  Your altruistic goals can grow and materialize under these magical energies.  We are meant to share our lives with those that life brings into our consciousness.  Under this influence you may be able to feel these people and know instinctively how to help them. 

This trine may also bring forward your creative abilities.  To some, this may be through music, the arts, and immaterial practices, as mentioned such as giving without measure.  Your creative abilities may be enhanced during this time particularly if the fifth house or Leo is somehow linked to the equation.

The worst thing you can do during this fortunate period is to sit back and do nothing with these energies.  There is great potential with this trine.  Even those with the square or conjunction can use these energies to their benefit, although it may take more effort.  Those with the sextile may find that the energies allow all necessary ingredients to just fall into their hands or they may just have to initiate the process, simply by stepping forward. 

Use these energies in appropriate ways to push you forward in your spiritual quest and promote peace around you.

Visit www.holmastrology.com for more information on Astrology and information on the Astrological charts we offer.

Holm Astrology also offers individual intuitive readings or group parties. For more information, visit us at www.holmastrology.com/intuitive-readings

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BASIC ASTROLOGY COURSE

Are you interested in understanding Astrology but anything you have read seems to be a little overwhelming?

Holm Astrology is thrilled to announce a Basic Beginner's Astrology Course commencing November 13, 2017 from 7 p.m. to 9:30 p.m. in Barrie, Ontario. The course will run bi-weekly and will be nine classes in total. Please see our Calendar for specific dates at http://www.holmastrology.com/apps/calendar/

If you do not want to commit to all nine classes, you can pay as you go at $25/class.  If prepaid, the full course can be purchased at a discounted rate of $200. See Our Web Store http://www.holmastrology.com/apps/webstore/

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To register or if you have any questions, do not hesitate to contact us at www.holmastrology.com/contact-us