Yule – WINTER SOLSTICE

The Winter Solstice (Hibernal Solstice) falls on December 21 at 11:28 a.m. EST this year (2017).  For your convenience, to check the exact time in your area we have provide a link - www.timeanddate.com/calendar/winter-solstice.html

December 21 will be the least amount of daylight we will experience in the northern hemisphere as the sun is currently on a very low arc in the sky in our area. 

The good news, the day light will start to get longer and our precious light will soon return.  The arc will heighten and the days will slowly lengthen.  As nature sleeps and the light is low, we can use the longer nights to reflect on our journey.  We can plan our intentions for when the energy and the light returns.  Mother nature always knows best.  Follow her example (look at the rest of nature) to rest and wait for the return of light, for the return of warmth, the return of the energy that nurtures us mentally, physically and spiritually.

Our current lesson is patience.  Utilize the wait to look deep into the shadows of self.  Bring light to the darkest corners of self.  Fill each corner with love and allow spirit to grow.

Is it coincidence that during Yule season (the rebirth of light), many celebrate the birth of Christ (the rebirth of salvation)?  This is a time of celebration for many, whether it is Yule, Christmas, Hanukah, Kwanza, etc.

We have much to celebrate.  Be filled with promise, with faith in all that is, with gratitude, with love and with inner and healing light!

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TRANSITING JUPITER CONJUNCT THE MOON

This conjunction between transiting Jupiter and the Moon when in force marks a time of positive energy on an emotional level.  Jupiter expands on things and adds positive reinforcement when it comes to our nurturing and compassionate side.  We truly want to help others, especially those that might be struggling and feel that no one cares.  We can give much of ourselves to others without diminishing our self, or without feeling empty.  In contrast, we may find that giving without measure in return provides us with the emotional support that we might feel we need.  This could come in the form of help from others through religious pursuits or spiritual endeavours.  We will find that the assistance we seek is easily found.

The Moon has to do with our domestic situation, which includes the home environment and also our group of friends and our actual family.  We may feel very generous under the aspect and provide others with what they need.  We may find that we are especially drawn to those close to us, and we will invite them into our homes and share ourselves with them more than we might at other times.  We want to make them feel at home and at ease in our homes.  We will go to great lengths to make them feel comfortable and welcomed.

Jupiter brings with it good luck and often fortunate times.  We are quite willing to share whatever comes our way.  There may be those that take advantage of our generosity under this influence so we may have to watch for becoming too extreme in our giving.  However, most people will see this side of us for what it is and want to give back what we have put out.  Feelings are enhanced and a general feeling of opportunity coming our way is part of our everyday experiences.  Often because of this attitude and belief structure, things actually do go quite well.

The only possible challenging condition that might befall us under this aspect (and this is not often the case) but some do fall into feeling so good that they become too extravagant and spend more than they should, eat more than they should and do not look after themselves the way they should.  Jupiter wants to expand on everything and sometimes everything will include these things as well. 

This is a very positive aspect and can help us get in touch with our inner most self.  In so doing, this will help us with understanding our inner workings, our own emotional makeup and also what has brought us to where we are in our life’s path.  It can open the door to wider perception and intuitive understanding often based on emotional interaction with others.  Even if others do not express themselves verbally, we may pick up on the subtle workings of the subconscious at this time.  The psychic part of who we are can open up new dialogue that was not noticed before or now can become enhanced and further developed.

Take a look at your chart or have an Astrologer review your chart to see when this aspect will influence you.

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LOVE'S RADIATING LIGHT

Seek not outside that which can be easily found within. 

Open the door to a loving perception through visualization and awareness.  Love is ever present within...always available and waiting to be experienced. 

Love radiates from self on a purely instinctual level.  It does not grow from the intellect although the intellect needs to understand that it is present.  Love is a living energy that radiates outward once it has been released from within.  Its nature is to ever seek expansion.  We naturally radiate love (think of an infant) unless we have trained ourselves otherwise.

It is available to and for everyone.  It can be experienced at any level of understanding.  Even the most intrusive individuals can share love and although many may feel as though they misplace love, it is always available and accessible if we care to draw upon it.  Our personal pursuits….our quests are tied to love and even if it seems as though love is blemished through our actions in life, true love is always pure and forgiving.

To experience love, we must go within.  If our world appears to be lacking in love, we are not accepting its existence within.  If we open ourselves to self love and believe that we are worthy no matter what ego may argue, we will know and experience the beauty of love.  No one is denied its experience without their personal consent.  Love’s availability is the same for an infant as it is for the elderly regardless of how we have lived our lives.

Find that loving light within that shines forever brighter.  It is calling you.  It is always willing to reveal and share itself naturally.  It is part of your inner light, your core.  Love radiates to the furthest reaches of life’s experience, if you allow it to.

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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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