TRANSITING JUPITER CONJUNCT NATAL MERCURY

Mercury is the planet of the mind.  It speaks of our communication techniques which are defined by the sign Mercury is in at our birth and the house placement.  The angles to the planet will define how challenging or how proficient the mind operates.  Squares may suggest challenging conditions but these natal aspects can be used to intensify the mind’s focus especially if Saturn or Pluto is part of the process.  If Uranus is part of the equation is can add a flair of uniqueness.  The squares, although often indicating lessons, can always be confronted and then dealt with accordingly over time, although mental illness and concentration issues can also be defined by Mercury’s condition.  Much depends on the overall condition of Mercury as well as the rest of the chart’s energies.

When Mercury is conjuncted by transiting Jupiter there is an emphasis on the mental processing and often the ability to expand on certain teachings.  Much will depend on the sign Mercury is in as well as the house of the conjunction.  In general, however, subjects such as religion, spirituality and philosophy can become activating forces with our focus.  Jupiter has a tendency to expand on things and pushes for higher learning often through life’s experience, and Mercury will take on these energies and use them to propel its energies. 

Mercury is a neutral planet and actually needs something to stimulate it into action.  It comes to life when it is activated by transit or progression.

The attitude can be changed significantly as Mercury is touched by Jupiter, and Jupiter’s involvement will help to foster a positive attitude and a general feeling of good fortune into everyday life.  The mind is ready to learn and grow through these energies and may also be quite willing to share this information with others, especially if Mercury is in the sign of Gemini, Sagittarius and Leo.  It might be a little recluse if it is in the sign of Capricorn, or even Virgo and sometimes Scorpio, but many individuals will feel wide open to the teachings available under this aspect.

Verify which house Jupiter resides in within your natal chart.  This will also be an area of life that will be affected by open-minded concepts. 

Take advantage of these energies by perhaps taking on new teachings or actually returning to school.  You may wish to travel abroad to gain experience and in so doing, gain understanding of other cultures.  Long distance travel whether in the mind or in the body are often by-products of transiting Jupiter conjunct natal Mercury.

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NEW MOON IN SAGITTARIUS, DECEMBER 18, 2017

We wanted to share some interesting facts.  This new moon will be a micro moon.  The moon will be the furthest in its orbit (apogee) from earth.  Legends associated micro moons with increased issues with mental illness, and natural disasters are more likely.  It will be interesting to see if this legend holds any truth.  We also note that the tides will be affected less by the Moon and Sun during the micro moon as the Moon is further away and has less influence.  As a result, the tides can be up to two inches less under this micro moon influence.

The New Moon, as mentioned in previous posts, are about new starts.  They are the time of planting new personal seeds.  This New Moon in Sagittarius speaks in terms of optimism and positive changes.  There are no challenging transiting aspects to this placement currently.  This positioning is part of a Stellium with the Sun, (Moon), Saturn and Venus.  As  result of this Stellium, there will be a heavy influenced of the energies of Sagittarius.

The Sagittarius New Moon (at 1:30 a.m. EST December 18, 2017) will be 26 degrees.  Venus is at 21 degrees while Saturn is at 29 degrees, all in Sagittarius. 

Saturn is in the final degree of Sagittarius and will move into Capricorn on December 21, 2017.  Many Astrologers have noted that any planet in its final degree of any sign signifies a degree of urgency linked with the energies of the sign, its sign position and also the house which it is located in.

Venus has an affiliation with love and romance, often with money and things of beauty.  In general, Venus is a very favourable planet.  When linked with the Moon and the Sun, there is a likelihood of a union, potentially involving love and affection.  It can be friendship and does not necessarily have to be romantic in nature, but the potential for love and affection is very high. 

Saturn can bring security and stability into the picture and also makes the relationship serious, even commitment oriented (if this is in connection with a love relationship).  Saturn could have the same effect on friendships of significance and also finances, under this influence.  Review your chart or consult an Astrologer to see what house is being influenced to obtain a better feel for what these energies may be indicating.

Uranus is also tied into this configuration by trine.  Uranus is at 24 degrees in the sign of Aries.  Aries likes to move forward and take a leading role in situations.  Uranus often speaks of new starts and a push in new directions.  Uranus is the awakener of the Zodiac and pushes for change and stimulates us to push forward on a path that might not have been in place before this influence.  Sometimes the changes stimulated by Uranus are unexpected and erratic, but when in trine to this position, it proposes positive change and a path often leading to better things.  Attitude will play an important part of what is taking place as Mercury although almost out of its orb of influence is also in Sagittarius at this time. 

Sagittarius is a sign linked to religious beliefs, philosophy and higher learning often from a spiritual perspective.  It is often accompanied by positivity and a broad outlook.  Although Saturn is involved in the process, the perspective should not be narrow in any way although it might be somewhat changeable.  Sagittarius wants to explore new horizons and Uranus pushes for something new to come out of these changes that are often a requirement of the soul’s contract. 

This whole process looks very promising and offers possibilities that should be explored.  See where this takes you.  As always, much will depend on the overall condition of this placement when linked to the natal chart.  The natal chart always tells the full story.

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LOVE YOURSELF

Do you appreciate who you are? 

Take a moment to reflect on the divine that radiates from within.  Do you accept your connection?  The one within is complete within itself needing nothing more or nothing less. 

All love radiates from within.  We are a reflection of that love.  Love connects all things.  Through love we experience harmony and compassion. 

Without love, could we exist? 

We are in unity with love, and we have come into being as an expression of love.

The first step in allowing love to grow as its growth is eternal.  Recognize the love that radiates from within you and to allow yourself to love you.  Mastering self-love can be difficult, because we can always finds flaws connected in our self.  If we can rise above ego’s constant chatter, as it is ego that creates this doubt, you move a step closer to realizing your goal.

Align with your true self and simply allow that magnificent force of love that exists within.  This love is not connected to ego.  Your alignment to love allows you to understand and control this endless pursuit of control by ego.  If you see flaws in yourself, do not identify with them as they are not part of your true essence. To believe they are is a manifestation by ego.  See those thoughts for what they are. 

To beat ego’s control is no different than beating any other an addition.  The thoughts that go through a smoker’s head when they are trying to quite are ridiculous in content when heard after the addiction has been overcome!  The ego’s voice is no different than the voice heard by those suffering from addiction.  We must learn not to identify with that chatter.

You are a perfect creation without true flaw, and love radiates through your pure essence.  We continually seek to learn and for the spirit to grow, but our essence is already a reflection of love.  See yourself for what you truly are.  Stop identifying with the ego.  Any misleading thoughts that belittle you or make you feel superior are ego generated.  Do not identify with these. 

Watch for making judgements based on the ego’s interpretation.  Love yourself as you are and watch love grow in your life.  Love is the greatest power of all and can never be lost. 

Eternal life; eternal love.  There are no bounds.

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THE JUPITER RETURN

Transiting Jupiter has a cycle of 12 years when it returns to its natal position in our Astrology chart.  Each planet has a return cycle and you can draw up a chart for that particular moment in time when each planet comes back to its original position.  You would read this type of chart similar to that of a natal chart but would think specifically in terms of the energies of the specific planet involved. 

You can delineate the Jupiter return every twelve years (approximately) by looking into the planet’s placement in the birth chart and then correlate it (now in transit) exactly to the same degree and minute to the time in the birth chart.

The house position will be the area of life that will bring opportunities, hope, good luck and expansion.  Jupiter brings with it an optimistic approach to the areas of life dictated by the house position.  This will be an area of growth and expansion.  The opportunities for a growth in finances are increased, as well as potential good fortune in personal ways and in the occupation.  Once again, this is all reflective of the house position of Jupiter as well as the aspects Jupiter makes within the birth chart and also the transits it will be receiving during the return period.

Jupiter nearly always promotes growth in some fashion or another; the only catch might be if it is in aspect to Saturn.  Jupiter pushes for expansion, optimism and good luck, while Saturn pushes for structure and discipline.  Saturn is often associated with lessons, delays and shortfalls especially if not enough preparation has been carried out.

There can be expansion problems especially if Jupiter is found in the first house, as weight gain is possible.  Over-optimism and grand expectations can sometimes lead to less than expected results.  Make sure you also have a look at the house Jupiter rules in the birth chart.  The house with Sagittarius on the cusp will also promote all the things that Jupiter offers. 

It is important that you use the energies positively during this cycle as this does not happen often and the general feeling of good fortune can make you sit idle and do nothing with the energies at hand.  Use this time to build for the future but enjoy it while it lasts.  If Jupiter moves into retrograde during the return and crosses its natal position several times, these energies will last longer and will enhance opportunities each time it crosses this particular point in your chart.  With retrograde cycles, there are usually three contacts if the retrograde cycle affects your chart.  The first contact is usually the most powerful, so take advantage of the energies during this time in your life.  Take advantage of these energies regardless if Jupiter goes retrograde or not.

 

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REMAIN DILIGENT

Do you take time for reflection?

Do you push ahead without taking stock?

If you progress seems to be little to none of late, this is not an indicator that you are failing.  It may be an indicator that you need to stop to take stock and reflect.

Do not allow yourself to be dismayed by periods of seemingly none activity.  You are still on track and not being held back.  Persevere during these times and utilize them for reflection.

Many people lose faith or stop believing because they appear to be stalled.  How often are we given a quiet time to rest and prepare for a flurry of activity to come?  Seldom; so take advantage.  Recognize ego’s intervention that stimulates losing faith.  Ego can build doubt within ourselves and in what we are trying to achieve. 

Stay steadfast in your approach.  Do not lose faith.  Believe in yourself and know that the path is always open and ready. 

If you look back to review your recent successes, you will realize that life changed and what once was only a dream has now become reality.  Keep up the great work.  Much lies ahead if you are willing to move forward. 

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TRANSITING JUPITER OPPOSITION NATAL VENUS

 Transiting Jupiter will be in the sign of Scorpio from October 2017 to November 2018.  As a result anyone with their Venus in Taurus in their birth chart will have transiting Jupiter in opposition to their natal Venus.

Those with their Venus in Taurus often have a love of beauty, romance and are working on building a future that is reflective of material comforts, beautiful things and pleasant surroundings.  Venus in Taurus seeks out love in romantic relationships and Jupiter in the sign of Scorpio can build on this and also add sexual flair to a romantic relationship that is born under this opposition.

This is most often an agreeable transit and often points towards relationships being harmonious, loving and sensual.  They can develop into a deep and personal relationship where often both people are looking for something with true meaning in their lives.  Often times the person with their Venus in Taurus will not be the pursuer; although those with Venus in Taurus are usually quite lovable and romantic in nature.  Oppositions usually imply that things are generated from outside sources, however.  Perhaps someone introduces the two of you or perhaps the relationship is worth pursued because one finds the others very attractive and sensual.  Unless there are other mitigating factors in the chart pointing towards some challenging conditions, a relationship under these influences often has great potential.

If this opposition does suggest a new found relationship or even a relationship already formed, this individual needs to be sure that there is a sufficient amount of freedom available.  There may be a need for open spaces and the need to move about without any bonds, at least it will likely start out this way.  This individual may be looking for a meaningful relationship that provides love, affection and also wants lasting qualities within this relationship yet the other individual may still wants some freedom and would like to wait for the relationship to grow before they become committed to the next level.  There should be freedom in the relationship and each party cannot expect the other to want the exactly same thing, although eventually this can be quite possible.

This combination also often signifies that the finances take a turn for the better.  Opportunities are in place for growth and expansion in the area of finances.  There is only one danger with this positioning; you may be the one who is spending lavishly and not taking into consideration that this feeling of luck and financial growth is perhaps only temporary.  Do not waste your resources.  Take considerable caution when it comes to spending too freely.  There is the feeling that nothing could go wrong and this might often be the case but you will still have to be responsible and realistic.

Many opposition aspects create strife often stemming from other people involved during the transit.  This one, however, because of the energies of these two beneficial planets, under most conditions does not suggest this. 

Use the energies effectively and make sure that both want a committed relationship.  If a relationship is in the making, also ensure that it is not just based on sexual overtones.

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