SATURN RETROGRADE BEGINNING APRIL 30, 2019

On April 30, 2019, Saturn begins a retrograde cycle.  The retrograde motion begins when Saturn is at its closest point to earth and it appears to slow down and remains stationary retrograde for about 3 days.  It willl remains in retrograde motion (usually moving about 7-8 degrees back) and then stations direct for about 3 days after which it starts its forward motion once more. 

Saturn stays retrograde for about 140 days.  Saturn’s cycle around the Sun is approximately 29 years and when it returns to its original position in your natal Chart, this is known as the Saturn return.  During this cycle, Saturn remains retrograde for approximately 15 degrees in each sign.

Jupiter in retrograde has some similarities to the planetary energies of Saturn, which has to do with restriction and delays.  Saturn in retrograde however offers energies similar to Jupiter when Jupiter is in its forward motion. 

Saturn works in a much less restrictive manner while in retrograde and because Saturn is associated with the past and to some extent past life experiences, there are those that attest that Saturn in this life is affiliated to a past life’s Karma that is brought to the surface in this life.  This characterization is connected to the Saturn in the birth chart.

When Saturn turns retrograde, while in transit, it is still unwise to initiate career changes although there is nothing wrong with contemplating future activities.  Even though Saturn in retrograde operates better than while in direct motion, the retrograde cycle of all planets is a time that we should be using to plan.  If Saturn, while in retrograde, squares the MC or the Sun, it may be wise to wait until it is out of orb of these aspects before moving ahead with any of your objectives.  You may do better when Saturn is making a sextile or trine. 

It is always a good idea to have your plans in place prior to any Saturn contact while moving through the Zodiac, because Saturn does not like things undone or incomplete.  Saturn has to do with business and enterprise and with careful planning and intensive investigation and study, Saturn will provide structure and a solid foundation over time.

Saturn is the teacher and the disciplinarian, but also provides rewards for a job well done.  If Saturn makes contact to any natal planets or angles (and Saturn will move between 14 and 20 degrees Capricorn from April 30 to September 18 in 2019 during it retrograde motion), you might want to review any plans and be ready to set them in place for future action.  There will be times in the upcoming year that will be more suitable and results would pan-out in a more favourable manner.

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OUR WALK OF LIFE

We are continually awakening to the various mysteries that this magnificent journey holds.  Life is a magical experience, and it is not out of the ordinary to be in awe as this venture exposes its wonders.  Some people feel the oncoming energies and others lie in wait of what is next, but either way, it is always a blessing to learn the lessons, even the more stressful ones.

The experience gained through what we may define as adversity and through which we might define as serene, both enlightenment us.  For many, we actually learn more from the more challenging lessons.

We can venture forth with little expectation or knowledge of what will unfold.  We live our lives in the moment hopefully aware and appreciative of its splendor and filled with excitement. 

Does this sound a little over-the-top to you?  Not at all!

When we refocus our attention on the experience without judgement, we see the magic unfold.  These moments that we share with those we love and with those we sometimes find less than desirable to be with are valuable experiences. 

As we move ever closer to our own full awakening, we know that nothing is by chance.  Coincidence is a word only for those who are indifferent and who have failed to see the value in an experience.   Nothing is by coincidence. 

We can recognizing our own uniqueness yet accept that we share our lives and our connection with the whole. 

Do not struggle to avoid your life’s lessons (perceived good or bad) – Without them how do you grow?

Explore your full potential. 

You are spirit in physical form.  Walk your journey open to all of its lessons.  This is YOURS to experience and share.

  

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PROGRESSED MOON CONJUNCT NATAL NEPTUNE

The Progressed Moon moves through a sign in approximately 2 ½ years and its cycled return, therefore, matches up with our Saturn return (both having a 28 to 29 year cycle). 

As you can imagine, this return period can be quite eventful.  If you happen to be experiencing this return period now and the Moon is also in conjunction with your Neptune, this period can be enlightening and at the same time somewhat confusing.  It will also be a very significant time due to an often challenging lesson period linked to the Saturn return cycle.

In this post, we will focus primarily on the Progressed Moon in conjunction to Natal Neptune.  The Progressed Moon aspecting a planet or angle is often an eventful time in our lives.  Changes are often in store and family matters and deep rooted family concerns could be part of the process.  Much depends on the house that your Neptune is in within the birth chart.  Home and family are tied into the equation, if for example, Neptune is in the fourth house.  Occupation and life status might be part of the picture if, for example, your Neptune is in the tenth house or to a lesser degree especially associated with relationships matter with the seventh house.

The progressed Moon has an impact on our lives for approximately three months; one month approaching, one month direct and one month separating.  It is often used as a timing device, along with the transiting Sun, Mars and Transiting Uranus.  The strongest month will be as the Moon becomes direct, (so the middle month).

Neptune in our natal chart can be an area of confusion or an area of enlightenment; much depends on the energies in place defined by aspects and how we assimilate these energies into our lives.  Neptune can be quite mystical in its expression and insightful sometimes through visual effects or through meditation techniques. 

Neptune can also be quite illusive and vague in its expression tends to make things rather unclear or life can be viewed through rose-coloured glasses.  It is wise to ask for clarification during these periods when Neptune is being transited by another planet or when Neptune is transiting another planet or angle in our chart.

If, for example, Neptune was located in the fifth house then this period could be tied into romantic liaisons and affairs.  It could also deal with your children or creative endeavors.  Changes may take place in a spiritual sense and, if for example, you are in a love affair, make sure that you are not putting that person on a pedestal or viewing them inappropriately.  Your view may be somewhat blurred and what you think is there may not be the case. 

If, for example, the tenth house is involved, it may relate to your occupation or goals in life and you may not be too sure on where you are heading.  Intuition is usually strong at this time, but the mind tends to get in the way, so you will have to carefully weigh out all your options.

One thing is for sure, this will likely be an interesting time in your life and doors may open, light may come into your life and your perception may be clear and insightful or quite the contrary.  It will be important to have a look at the rest of the chart and see what it speaks of.  We always have to review the chart as well as the natal potential to get the full picture. 

Let your intuition guide you through this entertaining and potentially spiritual time in your life.  Always take advantage of what life offers and be open to new energies and new experiences.

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JUPITER RETROGRADE

Transiting Jupiter went retrograde on April 10, 2019, and you may have felt its energies slowing, up to a few days prior to that date.  It will remain retrograde until August 11, 2019 when it goes direct again.  At that time, its energies will flow freely once again. 

If you have planets or an angle that falls between 14-24 degrees of Sagittarius, you will feel these energies more strongly than those without a planet in these degrees. 

Jupiter turned “stationary” retrograde on April 10 at 24 degrees Sagittarius and will go stationary “direct” on August 11 at 14 degrees Sagittarius.  During the retrograde motion and especially when it is stationary retrograde for a few days, Jupiter’s energies are harnessed and they cannot flow with full expression. 

We have noted that people do not feel as optimistic and eager to move ahead under this influence and in many cases the traditional good fortune of Jupiter is stifled until it goes direct again. 

Most planets in retrograde suggest that this is a time of review and contemplation.  A time of inner reflection as physical progress is difficult. 

Since Jupiter has to do with spirituality and religion and life philosophies, this will be a time for inner contemplation particularly in relation to the house position of transiting Jupiter connected in some way to spirituality and philosophy and religious inclinations.  Any planet or angle that it touches under this influence will be stifled and potentially have challenging conditions linked to it. 

For example, if Venus were part of the equation then perhaps there might be some challenges linked to finances or your love life.  Feelings of sensitivity towards those you care for may not be allowed full expression or may be challenged in some way.  Once it passes, the degree of the planet in question moving direct in motion, there may be a renewed sense of happiness and the finances (in this example)may flow more freely.  Of course, other transits will also have to be calculated for a full evaluation of what might take place.

The retrograde movement usually lasts about 4 months and in August when Jupiter returns to the original position it was at on the onset of its retrograde cycle on April 10, it will be “peddle to the meddle and full steam ahead”. 

If you have a planet or angle on the stationary degree, it is most influential.  Those that have nothing at these degrees (the strongest is the conjunction and then the opposition) may not feel much of the energy stifling effects while Jupiter is in retrograde.

As Jupiter goes into retrograde motion there is a sense that things are slowing down and as it approaches its direct motion again there is a sense that a path might be taken and an eagerness of what might come next. 

Once direct again, the brakes are released and the engine begins to power up.  During its retrograde cycle, the normal generosity and optimistic approach that Jupiter often suggests may even stop working or at the very least, will have slowed down.  During the retrograde energies, it is time to delve deep and find optimism internally, although you may feel somewhat limited. 

When Jupiter stations (appears not to be moving between the direct and retrograde motions), it will exaggerate anything that it touches within the natal chart.  You can allow about a 2-3 degree orb of influence when in relationship to a planet or angle, but again, these energies will be much stronger for those with planets between the 14 to 24 degree of Sagittarius.

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LIFE’S MYSTERIES

As you venture forward uncovering life’s mysteries along your journey, have you ever thought about your contribution to this unfolding story?

Have you ever thought of the integral part you play?  

You are unique and there is no one like you!  Do you understand that it is not by chance that you are here in this moment in time?  

What is YOUR purpose?

Could we be looking far too deep for this purpose? 

Do you expect something earthmoving to take place that will open your eyes (and your mind) to some unknown truth?

What is the truth and how do we uncover it?

We are always on track and life is unfolding just as it should.   We must take responsibility for our part in this moment.  Do you recognize this moment without moving out of it?  Experience this instant as it is..... right now!   Focus, see and experience this immediate space in time.

Experiencing the moment is a great part of awareness. It is tuning into the now without any intention or thought about what tomorrow will bring and what has slipped away in the past.

Awareness is understanding the moment and all its intricacies.  It is knowing that you are an intricate part of this process. Through your belief structure, you have slowly formulated this moment in time, and with your expectations, you are slowly molding your future one moment at a time. It has been said that we should be careful of what we ask for.  With this understanding, pay heed to what you want to bring into fruition.

Be clear with what you want to manifest into your life and focus your energies in that direction. Make sure that your intentions are worthy as these pursuits will not only affect you but they will also have an impact on others. Go beyond material manifestations for what you need will be provided, although it may not be what you think you need.

Life is energy; we are energy.  We can transcend our immediate (off the cuff) response to life’s experience simply by focusing our attention in any direction we choose.

There is much that goes on beneath the surface. In altered states of consciousness, such as the dream state and within meditative experiences, we link up with higher energy that assists us in our journey. Be open to the suggestions along the way that assist us in achieving what it is we are working towards. Many times, life’s challenging conditions are our greatest teachers yet we try to avoid these challenges.  Be open to all that life offers.  Be thankful for all that is.

Often the more difficult the experience, the greater the growth and understanding we obtain. These provide us with internal strength and guide us forward on our planned route.  Remove the expectations and frustrations from your experience. 

Never be too hard on yourself.  It is okay, too, to allow yourself to be human.  That is why we are here. 

Take life by the reigns and move along your journey always being open to the truth.  Open your heart and include love in your focus.  When you come to a fork in the road, be open to what might be lying just beyond either route for there are no wrong turns.

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A MINI FORECAST FOR SUN IN TAURUS, 2019 - (Part II)

We continue our mini forecast for the Sun in Taurus from April 22, 2019.

Today’s post will focus on transiting Saturn trine Sun in Taurus.  Saturn is between 13 and 21 degrees in Capricorn throughout 2019.

Transiting Saturn will be in trine to those with their Sun in Taurus in the degrees that correlate with Saturn’s position through 2019.  Once again, as mentioned with Uranus in our post on April 22 and as with any aspect in Astrology, the closer to direct (exact degree) an aspect is, the stronger the influence of the aspect.  However, Saturn has been known to become even stronger when it is two degrees past direct.  This is because of its delaying effects.

Saturn has a tendency to create roadblocks, offer some resistance, suggests challenges and periods of testing.  Eventual, however, we learn what Saturn’s is teaching from its lessons and a solid foundation will be built over time.  Hard work is usually indicated, even with a trine when Saturn is involved.  The rewards for hard work and perseverance, however, are well worth the effort. 

Saturn will push you to think things over especially if it is somehow connected to Mercury.  Saturn’s energies want you to rationalize what is taking place and wants you to question where you want to go in life. 

Since the Sun’s energies represent our goals and objectives, as well as our inner being and life path, Saturn will help with the decision making and offer viable solutions over time, but not without work on your part.

The trine usually suggests easy flow with little obstruction but remember with Saturn, there are always lessons to be learned and sometimes, we can experience delays (but is this teaching patience?).  When Saturn is direct, these obstructions may be more evident than when it is in retrograde.  Saturn is the only planet that operates better in retrograde motion. 

Listen to what is being suggested under this influence. 

In summary of our two posts covering the mini forecast for Taurus, it is advisable to take your time as Uranus (See our post on April 22, 2018) will want action and may even just make things happen.  If you have the time or are offered some options which is often the case, think things over and be reflective.  Think about the outcome but do not focus on where this change might take you, because honestly you really will not be able to figure that out.  With Uranus, expect the unexpected.  This makes what might be unfolding rather unsettling for many (particularly if we feel we need to be in control).  Just remember life always takes us where we are meant to go. 

Over time, Saturn offers structure and stability.  Uranus offers change and new adventures.  If these aspects tie in together, this will most certainly be an interesting time for those with Uranus or Saturn active in their charts.  They overlap somewhat in the fall of 2019 for those with their Sun connected to these degrees. 

Otherwise these two aspects (Uranus conjunct Sun and Saturn trine Sun) should not be applied in conjunction with the placement of the Sun and not used in correlation with each other.  You need to check the degrees of Taurus (in your birth chart) and of transiting Uranus and Saturn through 2019.

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Uniquely You

How do others see you?  Is this important?

How do you see yourself?  This opinion is very important.

Are you outspoken? 

Do you stand behind your ideals and allow them to motivate you? 

Are you an independent thinker or are you influenced by what others say or think? 

In the face of adversity do you believe that the tough get going or do you check out when the going gets tough?

Much of who we are and how we define ourselves comes from our own concept of what we believe we are capable of doing (and of being for that matter).  We either believe in ourselves, or we are at the mercy of what others or we think we are. 

We CAN find buried strength to stay true to who we are and then to accept this person and become comfortable with that recognition.  It does not matter what others think, unless of course, we are struggling to see the real person inside and other can offer us a proverbial mirror of their opinion. 

We have the ability to become anything we wish, if we have the willingness to work towards that wish with the attitude of success.  If no one else sees this potential, it does not matter.  The faith and strength must come from within.  You can move in any direction and are capable of anything that you believe you can do.  It is all a state of mental attitude and the belief structures that you have aligned yourself with.

If you feel strongly about something, then stand up for what you believe.  If you are unsure in the objective you currently seek, then change your attitude or change your direction.  Be who you are and be proud of this. 

If the real you is in a constant state of flux bending with life circumstance and adjusting to others’ opinions, perhaps you need to refocus and set a course of action that will foster growth in a positive direction that not only benefits others but with particular benefit for you.

You are important and have a special place and purpose in life.  Not all accomplishments are meant to be hung under bright lights for all to see.  Some of us do our best work behind the scenes.  Whatever you choose, be sure it is perfect for you. 

No matter how you utilize your gifts, they will allow you to be.  Always be open to your true self and allow the beauty of you to find true expression.   

You are unique.  Not utilizing the gifts you have, simply hides your true beauty deep within the blur of the crowd.  You will never see the tree for the forest.

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