SUN IN TAURUS APRIL 20, 2019

The Sun, with all its reflective character traits, moves from the outgoing, forward sign of Aries into the steadfast and inner dimensional sign of Taurus later in the day on April 20, 2019 EDT. 

Taurus is a fixed earth sign, while Aries is a Cardinal fire sign.  These are two completely different energies and if we were to do a comparison, we could say that the one thing that both signs have in common is that they both wish to succeed and are not afraid of hard work to achieve what they set out to do.

Taurus, being an earth sign, enjoys the luxurious things in life, such as a nice car, a beautiful home with lavish furniture or at the very least well-built, long-lasting furniture.  Taurus knows what it is to struggle and has often learned the fine art of patience and perseverance throughout their life’s experience.  They enjoy building a secure foundation and if this includes financial security, they will slowly build up their nest egg over time and often prepare for retirement early in life.  Taurus individuals are generally “prepared” and work hard to get what they are looking for.  In many cases, material life is important, and they go for the tried and tested route.  They do not like taking chances or rushing things.

Taurus is a fixed sign and like most fixed signs once they make up their minds they are hard to alter.  They believe in what they believe in, and you will have to have definite proof before you could approach them to let them know that your way is better than their way is.  They may listen to recommendations but in the back of their minds they often know what is best and will adhere to their own advice and rarely falter from their original path or objectives as it took much study and contemplation to get there.

Those with a Taurus Sun or a strong Taurus Ascendant or even several planets in the second house are often kind individuals, somewhat quiet and reserved unless the chart suggests something else is more powerfully influential.  They are slow to anger and tend to brood over matters.  They tend to keep things inside and if they are subject to challenging conditions brought on by others, it may take some time for them to react but once angered, they can have a violent temper.  If you get a Taurus quite angry, get out of their way.  By the way, they won’t forget what you did.

Taurus is ruled by Venus, the planet of affection and love, and many Taurus individuals are said to be sensual in their nature.  Many have a pleasing personality which of course is also determined by the Ascendant sign and the placement and condition of Mercury in the natal chart.  

Taurians are friendly although somewhat reserved; and although they may appear complacent, they do not lack analytical abilities.  They study situations and people and draw their own conclusions. 

In most cases, Taurians are loyal to those they love.  Some can be lavish with the ones they love but much depends on their financial condition.  Many Taurus individuals have a hard time recognizing when they are actually financially stable.

In the near future, we will highlight the influences of transits to the placement of those with their Sun in Taurus.  For many, especially those with an early degree Sun sign of Taurus, this might be a year of change and disruption often associated with Uranus which is now in Taurus.  Stay tuned.

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AGENT OF PEACE

In a world where we can be torn by adversity, crushed by misjudgement and overwhelmed by those that create fear, what can we do to maintain our own personal peace? 

How can we, as humane individuals, counteract these acts? 

What is our personal part in this ongoing, apparent traumatic invasion of peace?

Amongst the turmoil, you can still rise above and allow love.  You can still certainly be the agent of peace.   In your little personal corner of the world, start the ripple of good.  It will prevail.  You are the factor that can balance the scales, but you can only do this in ways that offer kindness to those in need without adding to the opposite influence.  To fight violence with violence only intensifies the reactions.

You are not throwing up your arms in defeat when you respond in a more gentle manner.  You are not giving in by standing your ground through acts of kindness and love. 

There are some among us whose natural temperament is to fight injustice through acts of aggression.  There are those among us that will do what they feel is right to oppose and suppress violence even if that calls for violence, but this does not have to be your choice. 

You are one of the crusaders of peace, and the only way to truly bring about peace and tranquility is to be an example of it.

You know what your part in this process is!  Be that agent of peace in your own terms and become the agent of change that our world can enjoy.

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FULL MOON, APRIL 19, 2019

We will be experiencing the energies of a Full Moon in the sign of Libra on April 19, 2019 at 7:19 a.m. EST. 

This Full Moon is in the last degree of Libra.  If you have anything in your chart at 29 degrees especially by conjunction or opposition to the Full Moon’s placement, this aspect will have an effect on any type of coordinated efforts focused on harmony and balance, possibly with relationships.  Libra is the sign of fairness and justice and if this is related to partnerships, it could include business partnerships especially if the Full Moon falls in the seventh or tenth house in your natal chart.

You will have to pay particular attention to those planets that are making aspects to this position.  You can use up to a five degree orb.  It is important to recognize that the energies of a Full Moon’s deal with the culmination of efforts and events that have been put in place and are now ripe for expression or fruition.  

As mentioned many times previously, the energies of New Moon’s work with planting in our garden of life and its energies are conducive to new beginning particularly associated with the sign and house position the New Moon is located in within your chart.

The Full Moon’s energy on the other hand reflects the time of harvest.  If you have tended to your crops and nurtured them, the Full Moon will offer the tools needed for harvest.  If, for example, you are not ready to move forward on these objectives, you may have to make some alterations and protect your harvest.  If the crop has not been nurtured as needed, it may be time to till in the garden and plan to start anew. 

Libra’s energies focus on the need for balance and harmony and this is where you should be placing your attention.  It is always best to look for solutions that are favourable for those involved although justice may also play into things.  It has been said that any planet in the natal chart at the 29^th degree carries with it a certain degree of urgency to deal with the specific energies of the planet (and the sign and house position as well).  If you happen to have a natal planet in this degree and it fits the criteria, this may be suggesting that you feel or know that this focus or issue is important and needs completion now or in the near future.

Those individuals that do not have any aspects but have a strong lunar position in their chart will still be affected by this Full Moon, while those with no aspects to this position and no lunar connections or no strong lunar placement may not feel these energies to any a great degree. 

It should be noted that those individuals with their Sun or rising sign or Moon in Cancer in particular may often feel the energies of the Moon as it makes its way through the Zodiac.

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LIFE LIVED AS AN EXPRESSION OF YOUR VALUES

What personal values are on your priority list? 

What is your definition of a “Life of Quality”? 

Our values do help to define us, as these values are normally incorporated into the areas of life that we focus our energy on. 

Although the opinions of others should be insignificant to our values, we may ask others what their perceptions are and this might influence our choices.  Do other people’s opinions have an influence on how you are living your life?

Are your priorities set in stone?  Are you flexible according to what you feel is important in life right now, at this moment? 

Most people agree that their priorities do seem to change as we mature, but the core focus often does not fluctuate...much.  If we depend on others to provide us with feedback as to how we are living our lives, then perhaps we need to have a closer and more personal look at what we are doing with our lives and why we need this reinforcement.

There is no right or wrong focus, but a change of direction in our attitude and our belief structure can filter into daily living.  We are not here to judge nor are we here to have to defend our way of living.  As a matter of fact if we have to defend our way of living, are we truly living according to our beliefs? 

A set course of action based on love and compassion does not need to be defended.

We are creatures of habit and although we can become set in these habits, we can also alter them if we so choose.  As soon as we identify an attitude or way of living that does not feel right for our objectives, we can make alterations to that condition so that it more suites our ever maturing goals in life. 

We are never at the mercy of others and we do not have to live our lives to suit others’ opinions.  The only opinion that matters is our own.  We are solely responsible for our actions and our journey. 

If our choices do not match our objectives, are we truly living an authentic life? 

What are your own personal goals?

Although we might be veering off of our own set course now and then, it is important to recognize where we are placing our intentions and these intentions will dictate our steps.  If we do not like the path we are walking, we simply need to adjust accordingly.  Set your vibrations to a higher frequency. 

How do we do this? 

We can devote more time to service to others in need and have gratitude for what life has brought to us thus far.  These are a very good start.

We certainly do manifest our lives according to our focus and efforts.  We also hold the key to any decision making while in that process. 

Are you happy with your journey?

If not, what can you change to raise you vibration and feel more gratitude? (No one else can change this for you!  Happiness is an inside job.)  

If you are happy with your journey, keep up the great attitude! 

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PSYCHIC POTENTIAL UNLEASHED THROUGH THE NATAL CHART

We are repeatedly asked if there is any links found in the birth chart indicating a potential for psychic abilities as well as any indicators for intuition.

It is believed by this Astrologer that all people have the potential to unlock psychic abilities but it is imperative to believe that these are talents dormant within.  The birth chart does, however, indicate those individuals that may be able to utilize these abilities easier than most other individuals.

The following traits are normally found in birth chart of those with developed psychic abilities or potential.  We have also found that those not blessed with the following traits in their natal chart may have indicators through the progression of the planets at some point in their lives. 

Remember, however, the birth chart is a lifelong blue print of your journey, forever unfolding.  You can overcome any challenging aspect found within the natal chart by promote positive energies into your life through your focus and by utilizing the energies and trends offered during specific times in your life from energies available through such as transits and progressions.

It is more common for women to have more psychic characteristics than men.  This is due to the fact that in order to bring these abilities to the surface, we have to utilize our instincts and sensitivities.  Most women have, through their nurturing nature, developed these traits early in life.  This is not to say that men do not have these qualities, as today’s men are learning to develop their compassionate and sensitive side.  As a result, we are seeing more men enjoy their psychic abilities.

Quite often people with Grand Water Trines have psychic or intuitive abilities as their sensitivities are often not hindered.  Many people with a strong element of water in their charts, particularly Pisces and Scorpio, have links to psychic potential.  Sometimes those with the signs Aquarius and Sagittarius and the planets Uranus and Jupiter being strongly aspected especially by Neptune, the Sun or the Moon in their charts have these qualities.  Strong planetary links to the water houses (4, 8, 12) have the same potentials.

Ties to Neptune especially with Jupiter, Mercury, Mars, the Sun and the Moon often produce these qualities.  Pluto and Neptune in close sextile also often points in this direction.  Those with a North or South Node connected to Pisces, Scorpio and Cancer have these abilities.  The North Node suggests talents that have yet to develop but will be pushed to the surface in this life, while the South Node suggests that these psychic potentials were cultivated in a past life and are carried forward and are usable in this life.

Saturn to Neptune may steady the psychic abilities and keep the individual grounded.  Alternatively, it may suggest a hindrance or blockages in developing this potential.

Rising signs often carry potential for psychic abilities especially Pisces or close ties to Neptune of a positive nature (sextile, trine or perhaps the conjunction) to the Ascendant (Rising Sign).  Cancer rising can also suggest psychic abilities, often suggesting strong mothering instincts and a nurturing personality.  The same potential exists with Scorpio rising (although the mothering is not as innate as those with Cancer) and those individuals having a strong tie to the planet Pluto.  As a result, they must watch for wanting to dominate this God-given talent, as misuse can create blockages.

As you can see, there are many links associated with the easy flow of psychic potential and intuition. The more these characteristics are found in your birth chart, the stronger the potential for easy development.  The greatest enemy to building psychic abilities is fear or those that seek power and dominance through their potential.

This potential is a gift that should be used for the greater good.

Have a look at your chart and see what lies dormant, waiting to unfold. 

There is always potential.  Will you utilize yours?

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TRANSITING URANUS TRINE NATAL MARS

The placement of natal Mars in your Astrology chart defines the area of life where you are either applying your energy or what area of life you wish to move forward with.  Much will depend on whether or not Mars’ energies are suppressed in some way or if its energies are allowed their full expression. 

Mars represents our drive and our ambitions to push ahead in life, our ability to move through adversity and our ability to achieve what we set out to do.  If you are naturally a relaxed individual, when Uranus trines your Mars, you may feel an invigorating push to speak your mind, to move ahead with your objectives and perhaps start something new.

Uranus will assist you if your objectives are to start something new or to assist you to moving in a different direction.  A trine between your natal Mars and transiting Uranus would be the time to advance, and you undoubtedly under this influence can do this with more confidence than normally could.  Because of this confident attitude, you have a greater chance of achieving what you set out to do.  Mars will supply the necessary push and Uranus will offer up opportunities for you to take advantage of.  Perhaps the timing seems appropriate to push ahead and contrary to your normal shy exterior, you feel that you are more capable of achievement.

We are not suggesting that introverted individuals are unable to achieve easily in life as these individuals move ahead with less notice by others.  What they achieve can be just as profound as with anyone else but they are quiet about it.   Most extroverts will probably share their ideas with others and perhaps demand more attention.  Much will depend, of course, on the overall implications contained in the birth chart.

This transit we are focusing on today can also be related to freedom of expression and the need to be heard.  Those experiencing this aspect may also take interest in what others have to say and try to help them move beyond any type of complacency that they may be experiencing.  It is, however, important to recognize that some individuals do not take kindly to what might be considered interference.  This, however, should not stop anyone from offering their help if this is what is wanted. Reaching out may be just what the doctor ordered and advice or push may be what is needed.  

Often Uranus will act in unusual ways and in an unexpected manner.  This push may not be expected and this will be as a result of Uranus’ energies.  If we take the time to review what has been taking place in life or if we analyse the area of life we are considering changing, we may find that it has been calling for a change of direction or a new approach for some time now.  Quite often what needs change has been letting us know for some time in some subtle form or another.  If we are not making the appropriate change then Uranus often acts more impulsively and perhaps a little more aggressively.  The trine usually suggests that the transition is easy or more gentle than let’s say the energies of a square or conjunction. 

It might just be time to take steps under the influence of this aspect.  Open the door and maybe, just maybe, an opportunity awaits those that dare to go beyond traditional habits.  Sometimes something new comes from an action taken that in the beginning may not look overly promising but under the influence of the trine, it is usually what is required.

Do you have this aspect in your chart?

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THERE ARE ALWAYS OPTIONS

At times it seems as though we have to be backed into a corner before we are capable of recognize an alternative route to the one we are currently on, or unexpectedly, out of the blue, an alternative route becomes visible.  More often than not, we feel lost and somehow lacking in direction before we have this recognition, and we accept the new course of action only because we feel there is no other choice.

When the choice has been made, we do not understand why we never thought of or recognized that alternative earlier.  This make us realize that we were so enveloped or consumed by our previous focus and what we thought were inescapable 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.  With this new realization, life’s circumstances seem to change in an instant and our outlook, as a whole, can go through an equal transformation.

Things often seemed to have to reach a very bleak point, before we release control because we feel 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 never a reflection of you. 

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