HEMISPHERE EVALUATION

The hemispheres in a horoscope are divided up in four sections.  There are:

1.  The Northern Hemisphere which includes planets which are below the horizon, or centred around the IC;

2. The Southern Hemisphere which is located above the horizon centred around the MC;

3. The Eastern Hemisphere which is centred around the Ascendant; and

4. The Western Hemisphere which is centred around the Descendant.

An emphasized Hemisphere would have the majority of planets in that particular quadrant.

Some Astrologers suggest that planets in retrograde should be considered in the opposite quadrant.  For example, if Saturn is in retrograde in the Northern Hemisphere, when calculating a Hemisphere emphasis, Saturn would be considered to be in the Southern Hemisphere.  If Mars is in retrograde motion in the Eastern Hemisphere, Mars should be considered in the Western Hemisphere in your calculation.  Of course, the planets do not actually change positions in the birth chart but when it comes to this evaluation, they are considered to be in the opposite Hemisphere. 

These Hemisphere configurations would look similar to a fan pattern, with most of the emphasis in one quadrant. 

As we delineate this Hemisphere calculation, it is important to remember that this only applies to planets.  Asteroids and nodes are not included in this calculation.

Those individuals with an emphasis around the Eastern Hemisphere or around the Ascendant are said to be concerned with their own private personal ventures.  They are said to be driven by internal needs and push ahead with their objectives.  This is not to say that they are egotistical or self-centered.  This suggests that these individuals focus their attention on advancing those things that they deem significant to themselves.  Personal advancement on some level is a priority. 

Some Astrologers have noted that there appears to be much defensiveness with people who have this emphasis.  This Hemisphere incorporates houses 1,2,3,10,11,12.  Free will and the ability to move towards their path or orientation are important to these people.  They take on some of the qualities of the first house.

Those individuals who have the emphases around the Northern Hemisphere or centered around the IC are said to be more private and introverted.  The emphasis would be with the houses 1 through 6.  These individuals are often focused on the needs of the family and the home environment, similar to a 4^th house emphasis. 

Some Astrologers have noted that there are affairs or events that have been left unresolved related to early life conditions and the need for these to be dealt with. 

The fourth/tenth house axis is related to the parents, some say that the fourth house is related to the mother or the most nurturing parent yet some say it relates to the father.  This has been a controversial issue with many Astrologers.  You will have to test it for yourself to see what fits and feels right for your practice or your chart.  This area is related to private and individual areas of life and as such can be related to internal issues.  These issues are usually kept private or some individuals choose to not deal with them at all.

Those individuals with a vast number of planets on the Western side of the chart or around the Descendant, houses from 4-9, tend to concentrate their energies on others.  They are “other-people” motivated rather than being self-motivate.  They are always considering the needs of others when it is time to take a step forward.  Direction often comes through others.  There is a great deal of giving but not very much taking.  Some of these individuals can be taken advantage of from those with stronger personalities or those that tend to prey on these types of individuals.  They are very giving but must watch for being taken advantage of.  There are similar traits to those with the seventh house prominent in their charts.

With an emphasis on the Southern Hemisphere, (the houses above the horizon), houses 7 through 12, there is a tendency to be extraverted and these individuals are drawn to social environments.  They are concerned with what is going on in the outside world and tend to gravitate towards social activities where they can mingle and be objective about what they discover in these areas of life.  There is a link to the tenth house as events in life tend to affect these individuals and their path in life. 

Some Astrologers have linked this Southern Hemisphere with being swept away by life’s conditions.  It has even been considered that these individuals could be victimized in some manner.  This could also be potentially related to the parents because of the axis point.  Again, some Astrologers differ on who the tenth house is representative of, the father or the most disciplinary or providing parent vs the mother. 

This Astrologer feels that the fourth house, being ruled by the Moon and Cancer, would be representative of the mother or nurturing parent and the tenth house, being ruled by Saturn and Capricorn, would be representative of the father or disciplinary parent.  I do note, however, that when it comes to a personal injury connected to the past (emphasis in the Northern Hemisphere) there would be a connection with the father, but on a deeper level, you have to question how the mother influenced particular life events and what was the reaction to her interjection?  So you be the judge.

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2019 BODY & MIND PSYCHIC FAIR

Holm Astrology is excited to again be participating Barrie's MOST EXCITING PSYCHIC & HOLISTIC FAIR of the new year!

The 2019 BODY & MIND PSYCHIC FAIR will be held on Sunday, January 27, 2019 from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. at Lions Gate Banquet Centre, 386 Blake Street in Barrie, Ontario.

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NEW MOON SOLAR ECLIPSE JANUARY 5, 2018

We will be experiencing a New Moon, and partial Solar Eclipse tomorrow, January 5, 2019. 

This New Moon is at 15 degrees in the sign of Capricorn.  This solar eclipse is a partial eclipse which is mainly visible in Asia. 

Solar eclipses are said to bring to light any imbalances within the psyche and to also bring together the right and left side of the brain.  There is great awareness with this energy, and we may feel as though we can do anything under this influence.  There can be a greater potential for insight into what needs balancing in life.  Any planets within a three degree orb (some Astrologers use a wider orb) will be influenced by this New Moon Solar Eclipse, especially by conjunction or opposition.  The square is also applicable as well as the trine and sextile of course.

The New Moon’s energies are enhanced to a great extent and the beginning of anything new (look to the houses involved) is suggested at this time.  A new moon speaks of new beginnings (planting our seeds in the garden of life) and on the opposite end of the lunar cycle, the full moon speaks of the harvest of these seeds that have been nurtured. 

In the sign of Capricorn, the new moon energies could be tied to business ventures or a business association or the beginning of a new business.  Capricorn will supply the push to propel us forward although with some restraint and perhaps some concerns, which can be a good thing in the long haul.  It is not a time for rushing into things.  We will need to set the ground work and then once we are comfortable about applying the process, we can begin.  Take no short cuts and expect some delays.  There is likely to be some hurtles to overcome in the process but think of these as learning opportunities.  Do not back down because of fear of failure, and if need be, rethink what your plans might entail.

This is a busy New Moon and it makes several aspects during its influence.  The conjunction between the Sun and Moon make a close sextile to Neptune which is at 14 degrees in the sign of Pisces.  Sextiles often speak of opportunities and fortunate outcomes but we have to use these energies.  If we sit back and expect life to do the work for us, we will be sadly disappointed to realize that things will not unfold the way we had wished they would have. 

This is the time for action but realistic action.  Do not be led astray by illusionary concepts and use your visual imagination to propel yourself forward.  It is always good to visualize the final picture of what it is you are trying to do.  Neptune can add to any artistic pursuit or creative endeavour, and you can correlate the mind with the emotions to perfect the adventure.

We also have a conjunction of Saturn to this New Moon Solar Eclipse.  Saturn is at 11 degree Capricorn so it will bring clarity and help define the tried and tested rather than something obscure.  Saturn knows it will take some hard work to get things off the ground, but offers up perseverance and reliability over the duration of this influence. 

Most Astrologers believe that Solar eclipses are strong in their effect for about 6 months, but the overall effect of Solar Eclipses is equivalent in years to the time it lasts; so a three and one half hour eclipse will still be in force 3 ½ years from the time of the eclipse, if it makes close aspects within your natal chart.

We also have a conjunction to Pluto which is at 20 degrees Capricorn.  Pluto tends to create needed change although often through dramatic and deep profound avenues.  Pluto transforms all it touches.  It tears apart anything that needs revamping, puts an end to non-essential matters and asks us to dig deep for the answers we are looking for. 

As you can see, the overall influence of this New Moon Solar Eclipse can be quite profound and it will likely uncover those things that need to come to the surface and then push for a change to occur.

Enjoy the energies in place and see what you can do at this time to propel yourself in the direction of choice.  Be ready for the end of certain conditions and the beginning of something new, something valid and essential for your spiritual growth and understanding.

  

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LOVE YOURSELF

Do you appreciate the person you are?

Take a moment to reflect on the divine that radiates from your core.  Do you recognize and accept your connection to your higher self?  We are not speaking of your mind or your ego.  We are referring to that energy that lives within.  The majority of us are aware of it when our heart is filled with love.  It is a rising within our chest.  The spirit within is complete, needing neither nothing more nor nothing less.

All love radiates from within.  We are a reflection of that love.  Love connects all things.  Through love we experience harmony, peace and compassion and the list goes on.

Without love, could we exist?

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

The first step in allowing love to grow as love’s growth can be eternal. 

Recognize the love that radiates from within you.  Now allow yourself to love you. 

Mastering self-love can be difficult, because we can always finds flaws within our human existence.  We are spirit currently in human form.  We can rise above ego’s constant chatter and the thought process associated with ego’s chatter create doubt, not spiritual perfection.

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

To beat ego’s control is no different than beating any other 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 and see it for what it is – nonsensical chatter.

The true you is a perfect creation without flaw, and love radiates through your pure essence.  You can continually seek to learn and grow on human terms, but our essence is already a reflection of love and perfection.  See yourself for who 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.

Eternal life - eternal love.  There are no bounds.

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TRANSITING SATURN OPPOSITION NATAL SUN

Saturn while in transit often presents us with challenges and lessons.  It can often hamper advancement from a professional perspective.  Much will depend on the house that Saturn is transiting through and the sign that it is in. 

At present, Saturn is in the sign of Capricorn which often points towards professional obligations and duties.  This would be enhanced if for example Saturn was in the tenth house or sixth house in your chart.

Saturn wants us to work for our rewards and will push us and teach us perseverance and responsibility.  When in opposition, quite often someone else is influential part of the picture.  Perhaps someone is pushing us or perhaps they are standing in the way.  In many cases, oppositions are considered a challenging aspect.  It can indicate that those people involved are what make us push ourselves even harder.  They may be a hindrance but a beneficial one.  Because of them, we might feel that in order to achieve what we are trying to do, we have to try harder and not let anything come between us and what we want to achieve.

The Sun in some ways is similar to Mars in that it is often associated with our goals and the push we might have in reaching these objectives.  The Sun can speak in terms of inner drives and ambitions and, depending on the sign our Sun is in, will be the way we propel ahead in terms of these aspirations.  Since Saturn is in Capricorn and is in opposition to the Sun, the Sun in our post today would have to be in Cancer or late Gemini or early Leo depending on when you read this post and the degree that Saturn is in at that time.

Those with their Sun in Cancer are often home bodies and the family is very important to them.  They have a need to nurture and care for others and are often considered very sensitive to the vibrations and experiences around them.  If Saturn is in opposition to your Sun in Cancer you may be experiencing some challenging conditions linked to the family or perhaps the home.  Alternatively, there may be obstructions from an emotional perspective linked to the working environment or your occupation.  Much will depend on what house your Sun is found in within the birth chart. 

If, for example, your Sun is in the fourth house and Saturn is in the tenth house, there could be some challenging conditions linked to the home and work.  Perhaps one is more demanding than the other and you have to decide how to spread your time fairly.  Perhaps your occupation is creating difficulties at home and you need to stop bringing working issues home with you.  Perhaps there is the potential that you might lose your job in turn affecting the home environment and your sense of security.  An extensive review of the natal chart and other transits will help define how this opposition is playing out in your life.

Although oppositions are said to be demanding and challenging especially when we are speaking of Saturn, if you take the time to see what lessons are in place for you to learn, you can move through this adversity and grow from it.  Saturn often provides challenging conditions in life for us to gain strength from and eventually Saturn can create a more suitable condition which promises more stability and structure for the future.  Much depends on what you choose to do with the energies at hand and how you handle them from an emotional perspective. 

Let’s see how this pans out over the long haul and be sure to do your due diligence.  Remember to acknowledge how this might help you over the long haul.

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PROGRESSED SUN CONJUNCT THE NATAL ASCENDANT

The Sun, whether natal or progressed, tells the story of our vitality, our energy and our ability to recuperate.  It also deals with the ego and governs the success we are able to attain in life as well as our ambitions. The Sun is also representative of the Father (or masculine parent) and other male authority figures prominent in our life.

The progressed Sun moves one degree per year and over a period of a lifetime will not move too far from its original position at birth.  It will make semi-sextile to the natal Sun at 30, semi-square at 45 and sextile at 60 and for those lucky enough to live into their 90’s, they will experience the square at age 90.  The Sun will, however, also make many aspects throughout our lifetime to other planetary placements in the Birth chart, including the Ascendant.  In order for it to reach the Ascendant, the Natal Sun will need to be within 90 degrees of the Ascendant (11th -12th house) to make any connections to this very significant place within our life time.

The effects of the Progressed Sun on our Ascendant (if this will come into effect in our chart) will cover over a three year period and the middle year is the most significant as this will be when it becomes direct or 0 degrees in separation to this placement.  This conjunction can produce both negative and challenging conditions and can also suggest positive or reinforcing life conditions that will aid us in moving forward in life, again if this aspect takes place in our progressed chart.  This is partly due to the transits that will make contact to this placement over this period of time as well.

In a positive sense if and when this conjunction occurs, there are often potential opportunities for advancement in our profession.  At times, people in authority will aid us in achieving our goals and become motivating factors in our surge forward.  In some cases, these opportunities come to the Father or more dominant parent.  In a woman’s chart, this is often a time of marriage or engagement and offers opportunities for meeting up with a suitable partner, especially if the Vertex is involved or Venus and Jupiter.

The health is usually good when the conjunction has positive aspects from transits affecting it and whatever we are trying to achieve has greater chance of success.

If, however, this conjunction is receiving negative aspects from other planets in transit, especially outer planets, the chances for success are greatly diminished or we would have to work very hard in order to achieve the same level of success that the positive aspects would provide.   Much of what transpires depends on the planet transiting the conjunction and its house placement as well as the house placement it has natally.  We can also look to the house it rules in the Natal chart to get more information as to how events may unfold and what areas of life will be involved.

There may also be difficulties in the health of the individual although we would have to look at the overall condition of the Natal Ascendant and Sun as well as any planets in the twelfth house, known as the house of ingrained health issues and confirm if they are poorly aspected.

When the progressed Sun advances towards the Ascendant, we may feel a draw to make changes to our life that would enhance our world.  Some will make changes to their appearance while some become involved in exercise routines that enhance the body.  Paying close attention to our well-being is always recommended and especially so when this conjunction is about to take hold in our life.

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SHARING IN THE HEALING PROCESS

There are many different healing modalities, one of which is Reiki.  Reiki, originating in Japan, is a form of alternative medicine for stress reduction and relaxation which promotes healing.   Reiki practitioners use a technique called laying of hands or hands-on healing     through which the "life force energy" flows through the practitioner to the patient in order to promote emotional, spiritual and physical healing.

What is a parent’s first instinctual action when a child falls and hurts themselves?  Most parents place their hand over the injury or rub the injury to sooth the child.  This is a “Natural” reaction.

Reiki can be practiced either as hands-on or by long distance healing. 

The individual receiving the energy can either consciously or unconscious accept or reject the energy.  It is a Reiki practice however to obtain the receiver’s permission, if at all possible, prior to a Reiki session.  If a person is not accepting, than their wishes should be respected. 

With or without the addition of any healing modality, it is imperative to realize that our thought process influences our ability to heal or to be healed.  It is certainly common for most of us to worry about our loved ones when they are ill or have suffered from an accident.  We should reminder ourselves though that when worrying your focus is not a positive one.  Sending love is.  By focusing on the “what ifs” in a negative way, we are sending out energy of worry and concern which does not promote healing.

 

Whatever we focus on is what we are provided to any given situation.  So when we are worried about health, we ask the universe for more health concerns. 

Focusing on love and compassion, we ask for more of the same.  Picturing the body or individual in good health only attracts more of this.  If we concentrate on how good things are or how good things are becoming, the ability to heal is increased substantially. 

When focused on any illness of your loved ones, we are not suggesting that you are creating the illness disease, but you are certainly not assisting with the healing either.

Positive focus (in all of life matters) is essential for a positive outcome.   By envisioning someone as healthy and robust, even if at that moment they are not, will help the healing process. 

No matter how many healing modalities are utilized and how positive we keep our focus, each of us eventually reaches our time to complete our journey.   Our positive focus and our healing practices can, however, help make the transition a smooth and more comfortable one. 

See the positive in all that takes place in life because if we look deep enough, even during crisis, we will find it.  Release expectations as expectations can create much disappointment and stress.  Treat each other just as we would want to be treated and allow your love to touch each person you meeting.  This is your best gift to the world and to yourself.

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