SUN IN CAPRICORN 2018-2019

The Sun moves into the earth sign of Capricorn in the late hours of December 21, 2018. 

Earth signs are usually quite practical as well as methodical and productive.  As you can imagine they would do well with occupation that require these qualities.  Capricorns are known as being stable, security minded, somewhat patient and often live grounded in the material world.  We are not suggesting that they only live and breathe making money, although it is often part of the thinking process, but they plan ahead and have patience in reaching their objectives.

They can be counted on to do a thorough job and can be skillful within the working environment.  Many Capricorn aspire to become managers as production is important to them.  Some reach out to make a name for themselves by quietly yet persistently moving up the corporate ladder.  They know it takes hard work and are also willing to wait, taking the tried and tested route.  They appreciate their superiors as long as their superiors have experience to back them, and they can work side by side with these superiors as well.

Depending on what sign the Moon is in in the natal chart, many Capricorns have difficulty showing their emotions.  This is not to say that they have no emotion.  They are as emotional as others, perhaps even more so.  They do not have a clear avenue of expression, however.  Because of this, some people think of them as being cold and emotionally distant. 

Capricorns appear to be quite reserved and steadfast in their approach.

Transiting Saturn will be in its home environment (sign of Capricorn) for all of 2019.  This indicates that anyone who has their Sun in Capricorn in most any degree (check your ephemeris for details of Saturn’s transit) will be experiencing the conjunction in place at some point throughout the upcoming year.  Because transiting Saturn is in its natural placement in the sign of Capricorn, this will be a favourable position for those with their Sun within orb of the degree while transiting Saturn is moving through the zodiac.

Saturn often asks us to demonstrate consistency and become obligated to whatever we are doing before it actually pays off.  This often deals with our profession or professional duties and some may gain recognition for their hard work from their superiors.  Those that have their own business may see a slow but steady rise in business in the upcoming time, but of course, the whole chart would have to be examined carefully to see what other influences are taking hold.

Saturn promotes positivity and some type of gain due to diligent effort and often pays off in dividends bringing structure and stability into the picture.  Hard work will, however, likely be part of the process that can lead to success.  Don’t take any shortcuts along the way if you have this conjunction in your chart.  Be diligent and also transparent with an honest approach in whatever area of life you are trying to achieve in.

The area of life will be determined by the positioning (house location) of the natal Sun and transiting Saturn, but also have a look at the position of natal Saturn in the birth chart for more information.  How Saturn is aspected will also help give a clear picture of what potential lies ahead. 

Use these energies to propel yourself forward, but a patient approach is the best approach to reaching these objectives.

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WINTER SOLSTICE

We have so much going on in the next few days, we have to post our Winter Solstice a little early.  We will experience the sun entering into the sign of Capricorn on December 21 just before midnight.  We will enjoy the energies of the Cancer Full Moon on December 22 and we will celebrate Winter Solstice (Hibernal Solstice) on December 21. 

The Winter Solstice or Yule will take place at 5: 23 p.m. EST this year (2018).  For your convenience, to check the exact time in your area please utilize this link - www.timeanddate.com/calendar/winter-solstice.html

Day’s light has been quickly disappearing, and 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. 

The great news is that the day light will start to extend and our precious morning and evening light will soon return.  The arc of the Sun’s path will heighten and the days will slowly lengthen.  As nature sleeps and the light is low, we can take advantage of this time to reflect on our journey. 

What have we achieved over the past year?  Where has our growth been plentiful and where might we be able to focus a little more, if we so choose?

This is the time to plan our intentions for when the energy and the light returns.  Mother nature always knows best.  Life is easier when we follow her example (look at the rest of nature) to rest and nurture our inner self so that when the light and warmth returns, we are ready for the return of the energy that nurtures us mentally, physically and spiritually.

Our current lesson is patience and this is one not easily learned.  Utilize the wait to look deep into the shadows of self.  We can bring light into our darkest corners and 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 symbol of rebirth of salvation)?  This IS a time of celebration for many, whether it is Yule, Christmas, Hanukah, Kwanza, etc.

We have so much to celebrate. 

Be filled with promise, with faith in all that is, with gratitude, with love and with inner and healing light!

Blessings to all from Holm Astrology!

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LOVE AND LIGHT

How important is our personal expression to the world? 

We can speak words of encouragement to others and give inspiring messages that stimulate others to push forward.  We can challenge others to push through their adversities. 

Our greatest message is communicated through love and example.  We can be the light that illuminates these examples.

Will your example to the world soften hardened hearts?

Does your influence travel far enough to reach those less fortunate and give them hope?

Does your message provide strength and encouragement for those facing darkness to provide them with finding their peace and contentment?

Open you heart and shine your light for others to see. 

Be open with you true nature. 

Can you be the conduit for love that this world so desperately needs?

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MOON IN TRINE TO MARS

Mars in Astrology is reflective of our energy and drive.  Mars can be the driving force behind our achievements and always suggests action and push.  Mars, depending on what sign it is in within our chart, can be our motivating force.  Mars is our ambition and is considered masculine energy.  It speaks about our sexual expression and our urge to procreate.  When in transit, (current day location) Mars’ energies are being activated when ambitions are aroused and there is a need for aggressive force.  Mars is not only energetic it can be compulsive, forceful to the point of recklessness and is often part of the picture along with Uranus or Pluto when accidents occur or violence is experienced.

The Moon has to do with our emotional expression and our need to nurture others.  The sign position as well as the house position is important when defining our lunar expression. 

The house position is also important when we speak of Mars and in many cases this is where we place much of our energy.  The Moon is reflective of our mothering instincts and our emotional interaction and verbal exchange when linked to Mercury.  The Moon often speaks of the mother or more nurturing parent, while Mars may depict a young masculine figure.  The Moon is our instinctive response to our immediate environment.  It has been called our reigning need and is feminine in its expression.  The Moon’s sign and house position is our emotional expression to the world.

When the Moon and Mars are found together depending on sign and aspect, Mars will push our emotional expression in a vigorous manner.  In trine together, the Moon and Mars operate in a more pleasant manner although the energy of Mars will enhance the emotional expression.  Trines speak of easy flow and favourable outcomes, and this trine would suggest that the emotional release comes through actively. 

There may be a strong need to protect and manage any emotional conditions.  This individual would defend anyone who is in an emotionally charged situation if the situation were to get out of hand.  As the Moon is linked to the mother or nurturing parent, this parent may have been very protective of their children and would remain diligent in their efforts until a resolution was found.  This parent may, however, become aggressive in this interaction.  The nurturing parent would likely have no problems stepping in when they felt they were needed and their children could depend on them to make sure no one was hurt, especially in emotional terms.

The Moon trine Mars in the natal chart suggests that there would be little holding back concerning the emotional expression, although the Moon’s sign would be a determining factor.  Someone with a Moon in Aries trine the Mars may be much more aggressive in emotional expression and would say whatever is on their mind.  Alternatively someone with their Moon in Pisces would be much more reluctant with their emotional expression and would release in a much softer manner. 

The Moon in Capricorn may find emotional release through tried and tested behaviour, although this individual would be challenged in their emotional release, even appearing emotionally reticent.  The Moon in Scorpio would likely be much more forceful although still restrained in their emotional expression.

Mars has been known to be explosive in its energy release, especially if Mars is in Aries, Leo or Scorpio and can be hard to keep under wraps although in Scorpio it may fester before release. 

As mentioned earlier, Mars is also linked to our sex drive and once again much depends on the sign it is in; although in trine to the Moon, its release can be softer than let’s say if it was conjunct Pluto.  Mars in Aries, Taurus, Scorpio can be seductive (especially in Scorpio), aggressive and intrusive (especially in Aries) and romantic (especially in Taurus).  Mars and Venus together and also other aspects to this placement will play a significant role in determining our sexual expression. 

Mars and the Moon together by hard aspect can be challenging, but in easy aspect like the trine or sextile can work favourably together.

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PROGRESSED JUPITER

Jupiter deals with fair play.  Its energies reflect moral and religious focuses.  Jupiter involves expansion, brings good luck and optimistic potentials.  It is the planet of growth in material terms as well as expansion when it comes to life circumstances and how you can relate to this from a positive perspective. 

When Jupiter makes positive aspects to other planets and points in the Zodiac, there are great opportunities for conditions to turn out favourably.

The house position occupied by progressed Jupiter tells the story of where you will find opportunities to gain knowledge. 

Jupiter also has to do with travel, courts of law and lawsuits.  In general, when Jupiter progresses through the chart, these or some of these areas of life may be highlighted, especially if Jupiter happens to be in the ninth house. 

Jupiter also governs publishing, higher education and learning through experience.

Each house cusp advances one degree per year through progression and Jupiter moves closer and closer until it finally moves into the next house in the progressed chart.  Jupiter moves slower than the progressed houses and it is important to notice where Jupiter is in the natal chart and the houses it moves through during progression.  These few houses (usually not more than three) will become areas of life that are affected by the progression of Jupiter in your personal chart.

You will also need to take into consideration any aspects that might come into play from the other progressed planets as well as transiting planets as they make contacts during Jupiter’s slow movement through your specific houses.

If Jupiter passes across your MC (Midheaven), the opportunities for growth in your professional life have great potential especially if Jupiter is well aspected. 

Look at the overall condition of Jupiter in your natal chart as this will determine how great the success will be.  A poorly aspected natal Jupiter does not promote in ways that a well aspected Jupiter does. 

If and when Jupiter passes over your MC, you may have opportunities for a promotion or may gain positive influence from people in higher positions.  Travel or relocation might be on the agenda during the year Jupiter sits directly on these angles.  I personally use an orb of 20 minutes for Jupiter as it approaches and 15 minutes when it separates for progression.

Progressed Jupiter on the ASC (ascendant) opens the door in very personal ways with less restrictions or obstacles for you on a personal level.  It might indicate a new relationship or expansion in the family.  Prosperity and good luck seem to find their way to you.  Since Jupiter has to do with law suits and legalities, when Jupiter is on the Ascendant or Midheaven, the potential for legal issues to go well are increased.

Jupiter on the DC (descendant) offers opportunities for marriage or opportunities to promote a new organization or affiliation with someone who can be of benefit to you in a business opportunity.

Jupiter on the IC suggests changes within the home or with family members usually on a positive note.  During this contact, it is a good time to buy real estate or your monetary values in these areas may increase. 

It is essential that you always take into consideration other transits and progression to review what they are indicating.  Also a reminder to review the overall condition of Jupiter is in the birth chart to get the indepth story. 

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THE NEED FOR PERSONAL SPACE YET CLOSENESS

The need for our own personal space and yet the need to be close is often a personal dilemma shared by many. 

We all need and want to be loved and appreciated.  We expand in the warmth of loved shared.  We also, however, need our own personal space and the ability to move in whatever direction we see fit. 

Many couples are confronted with this paradox. 

Are you being smothered in a tight and loving relationship?  Do you feel as though you are being cornered or contained because of this?  Or are you without a personal relationship and wish you were in one but at the same time like your freedom?

Being single or in an open relationship means that you can do what you want when you want without having answer to anyone but yourself.  This is preferred by some but offers insecurity and possibliy loneliness for others.

Being in a close personal relationship means sharing our lives with someone we love and never feeling alone.  However there will be days when we need our own space and the demands of our partner may be trying.

In a perfect world, we have a balance of both and it is achievable as long as there is give and take on both sides.  Finding someone who gives us space to live our life without obligations is pretty rare, yet if we truly love someone, we don’t mind giving up a little personal freedom in order to share.  Is true love not unconditional? 

It is essential that we are open and communication with our partner if we have chose to share this life with someone.   It is important to discuss our own personal needs, so that others know what we are experiencing.  Just as important, we should allow our partner to be open with us and respect what they need.  A partnership is equal give and take without keeping tabs. 

Spend a few minutes each day in quiet solitude even if only for a short walk, a quiet shower or a quiet meditation.  These little practices can provide personal space.  

On the other side of the coin, create special moments together such as a romantic dinner without the television or telephone interrupting.  Take a stroll through a park hand in hand. 

We can even take care of both needs….why not meditate together holding hands.  The mind has its personal space but the knowing of love can fill our heart. 

One thing is for certain, other people’s needs are important but so are our own; talk it out.

What do you do to satisfy your need for personal private time yet sharing your time lovingly with your partner/children/parents? 

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MERCURY CONJUNCT NEPTUNE IN THE BIRTH CHART

Mercury takes on its energies from whatever planet it touches.  It is linked to the mind and the thinking process.  When we find Mercury and Neptune tied together in the birth chart, we can automatically say that there will be a creative mind set.  This will be someone who is creative perhaps through visualization, perhaps through the written word and/or perhaps through the study of mysticism.

The mind is mystically oriented, possibly even in a religious tone, although it does not have to be religion in the traditional sense.  Neptune has a strong mystical quality to it and the imagination is inspired to learn more about what the other side looks like.  This person would most likely not be overly interested in mundane everyday activities.  There is likely a strong inclination towards understanding the unconscious and they may also be interested in dream interpretation and even magic.

This is a very creative combination and music, the arts (this can be a very wide spectrum) as well as anything that lies beneath the surface, particularly if this conjunction is found in water signs, especially Scorpio. 

The mind is very reflective and imaginative and if there are hard aspects to this configuration they could be subject to illusion and disarray.  The mind may have a tendency to not see things as they truly are, especially if there is a connection to Uranus or Pluto by hard aspect, particularly by the square. 

The house position will be very relevant in determining how this plays out as this will define what area of life is influenced.  There could be an elusive quality if this is found in the fifth house related to romantic involvement and anyone with this combination and house placement may tend to put their lover on a pedestal only to find out that they are not as they appear.  The mind, however, would be very creative as the imagination plays a big part in creativity.  One of their children may be seen as quite creative with an inspirational mind. 

If this positioning is found in the first house the creative potential is on a very personal basis and if this position is found to be in the sign of Scorpio, much may be kept private and only the subject individual may know about it. 

As you can imagine, there are many different variations by sign and house position and much can be ascertained by going deep into the natal chart to see how this might play out.  The natal chart is the road map and the route is exposed and generated through activity molded by transits and progressions.  The chart is activated through transits and progression and what is written in the natal chart will be released when activated.

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