WHO ARE YOU?

We are spiritual beings living an earthly existence; not earthly beings striving to become spiritual.  With this understanding, is it really that important to make a name for ourselves, to become important, and to achieve in material ways?  Are these relevant at all?

I have been asked “If I am truly a spiritual being, why am I even living under the conditions that I currently do?”  “How can an earthly life be significant?”

Do not underestimate the significance of this earthly existence.  It is our understanding that there are valuable lessons that can only be learned through earthly matters.  A perfect example is “Why is money such an important focus in this life?”  It certainly does not look as though money’s reign will be over any time soon, even though the system that is it based on clearly does not work.

Money, in particular, must bring with it valuable lessons for us to learn.  It must rank high on the list and the lessons it teaches us must play an important role in our evolving story.  We do not have to look very far to find why during this earthy experience money holds relevance in the human mind.  On the plus side, money can certainly make life easier due to the system we have put in place, but on the flip side, we, through our lust for money, have created greed, hatred and corruption.  Apparently it can (through our actions) live up to its name of being the route to all evil.  Again, on the other side of the coin, money can (again through our actions) foster the art of giving and learning lessons of gratitude.  We can, therefore, learn much from a life of influence from our very response to wealth.

So who are we?  Are we an accumulation of what we have achieved – of what we own?  Are we the face we show to the world in material terms? 

Are we a blending of our life’s experiences and our acquaintances?  We become who we want to become, although it takes a life time to get there, at least for those who innately understand the concept of creating self.  If you do not like whom you feel you are, you can change that through self-study and action but most of all through attitude.

Too many people expect others to create that desired change, to make all the moves and to help correct any signature personality traits that we have acquired over time.  This only serves to diminish our responsibility of our own actions and the earthly personality that we have created.  We shrug off responsibility for our lives and who we have become.  In order to grow and move forward, we must accept that it is our responsibility to do what we see fit.  Who we are now is a reflection of what we have allowed ourselves to become.

Who are you? 

You are much more than this earthy being but during this life, you are what you choose to become and you are constantly creating what lies ahead with your every thought, your every expectation and your every move. 

You are here to experience life through a physical existence.  Take responsibility for this life.  It is in your hands.  Live up to your own expectation and listen to your higher self, who is alive and well within.

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SUN IN SCORPIO OCTOBER 23, 2019

On October 23, 2019 at approximately 1:20 p.m. EDT, the Sun moves into the fixed, water sign of Scorpio.  Pluto is the ruling planet of Scorpio along with its co-ruler Mars.  

The sign Scorpio is affiliated with the scorpion, although this expression of Scorpio is considered unevolved.  The eagle is its highest expression.  

Scorpio, in many cases, carries with it a bad reputation of being a little to sexually promiscuous, although in general, once they commit themselves to someone, the Scorpion will not sway.  

Scorpio individuals have been noted for being reactionary when it comes to being slighted.  They do not forget and some will wait for the perfect opportunity to balance the scales.  They can be vindictive and it is wise not to get on the wrong side of this sign.  These qualities are more linked to the lower vibrational energies attached to the scorpion.

An evolved Scorpio individual is deep and reflective and is not spiteful or malicious.  They have learned forgiveness and have also learned to rise above ego intervention.  An evolved Scorpion understands that it has to deal with its darker side and rise above anything that stands in the way of evolution and their quest for getting beneath the surface.  They have deep and penetrating insight and use these intuitive qualities to assist those in need.  Many can see deep into the core of other people although they may not talk about these qualities.  They can be trusted with personal information and as they can keep things to themselves.  

The Scorpio individual’s emotions are somewhat hidden to others as well.  There is always something that seems quite secretive about your typical Scorpio and they do like their privacy. 

Those with their Sun in Scorpio are diggers for truth and they make great investigators.  Nearly all are reliable and conscientious workers.  They go the extra mile and never seem to get tired.  They can run their bodies down because of their relentless drive.  

These individuals make great detectives and researchers and would do well as psychologists and therapists.  Many instinctively know where the problem lies but normally would not be judgemental.  We are speaking of the eagle of course.  They need to be doing something that truly matters and are willing to do a shakeup if absolutely necessary.

Those with their Sun in the sign of Scorpio anywhere between 10 to 29degrees will have transiting Saturn which is finally moving direct and Pluto, both in Capricorn when this post is written in sextile to their Sun.  Sextiles are opportunity aspects and often help us move ahead in our endeavors although we have to take advantage of the opportunity as it presents itself. 

 This is a favourable aspect and Neptune transiting through the sign of Pisces is in trine to those with their Sun in the middle and later degrees of Scorpio as well.  In many ways, opportunities are at hand for those affected by these aspects.  Trines supply easy flow and good luck in obtaining benefits.  Much can be done for those with this position in their charts.  Of course as always, you will have to see which houses are involved at this time to see what areas of life will be affected.

Saturn at present is around the 14/15degree mark of Capricorn and will remain in Capricorn into the spring of 2020.  It will again go retrograde in May, returning once again into Capricorn in July and remaining there until December all of 2020.  Pluto will remain in Capricorn for some time and Neptune will also remain in Pisces for some time yet to come.  The energies are in place in a very positive sense for those affected and we should make sure to use these energies to enhance our life both in material ways as well as spiritual ways.  

It will be up to the Scorpio individual as to what they do with these energies.

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REMOVING THE SHACKLES

We can be tightly bound by our beliefs.  If, for example, we think of ourselves as a failure in life, or believe that we are not worthy of love and happiness, then we stop ourselves short of success, love and happiness.   

If we believe that there is little to no future for us, how can we possibly move beyond these barriers to build the future of our dreams?  We have reduced our potential and have held ourselves back because of these attitudes.

Some have argued that “off and on throughout life I have been faced with challenging conditions and it seems as though no matter how hard I try to push ahead nothing seems to ever work.” 

We do not know what this journey will hold for us and at times we will experience conditions and events that we did not choose to experience.  However any challenging experiences offer rewards.  I am sure you have heard this before and you may be tired of hearing such statements.  Part of you may believe these to be hogwash.  If this is the case, why are there repetitive themes in life?  Why to the same issues keep resurfacing?

If we do not learn, the lesson will repeat. 

Our attitude can make a valuable lesson easily learned or it can make a valuable lesson feel as though it is a punishment.  Pay attention to how you look at life’s events. 

Sometimes lessons repeat themselves because we need to make changes in our surroundings and other times we just need to shift our attitude.  Believe it or not, the easiest test is to make a shift in attitude and then review where this takes you. 

Change may not happen overnight but then again it might.  It is important to remember that it has taken us some time to get to where we currently are so it is quite possible it may take some time for the shift to take hold but that is okay.  We are not in a hurry. 

Have patience and believe in yourself.  See ego’s chatter for what is actually is.  Ego insists on giving you a hard time and the closer you get to recognizing its false influence, the harder it tries to convince you it is right.  Eventually we see ego for what it really is and we do not have to give it control over our lives.

Ego, from its negative perspective, does not realize that we can actually have a wonderful working relationship.  With the proper relationship ego can help and we can be stronger because of it.  Ego can nurture our creative self.

It is time to release the shackles of negative attitude and underestimating our ability to love life.  As with everyone, we are entitled to happiness and we can prosper in our own ways.  Life provides whatever we feel we are worthy off.  If you feel unworthy, you will be.  If you love yourself, life will be filled with love.  Recognize that life reflects our believe structure and our expectations.

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PLANETS IN RETROGRADE

(Mercury and Venus)

In the next few astrology posts, we are going to take a look at each of the planets when they are in retrograde motion.  As I write this post, Mercury will be going into retrograde on November 1, 2019; however Venus will not go retrograde until May 14, 2020 in the Toronto, Ontario area.

All the planets except the Sun and Moon go into retrograde motion.  Retrograde suggests that the energies of the planets are not in full expression or allowed freedom of expression.  The energies are stifled in some way.  In some cases, we can wait for the energies (Planets) to go direct before taking action.  In the case of the outer planets however, the retrograde cycle is so long that it would serve little purpose to wait for the energies to go direct. 

Saturn is the only exception to the rule.  When Saturn is in retrograde motion, its positive energies are released.  So stability and structure are enhanced and lessons, delays and obstructions are not as readily in place.

Mercury Retrograde

Mercury has to do with our thought process and thinking ability.  It has a great deal to do with our communication techniques and our ability to create ideas and formulate action through the thought process.

Mercury goes retrograde three or four times a year, with interludes every four months (approximate).  Its retrograde cycle is approximately three weeks in length.  During its retrograde cycle, it appears to move backwards in the heavens between 10 to 15 degrees.  This is a period when we would be wise to sit back and review what has taken place recently before pushing ahead with our goals.  This is a time of analytical analyses before we move ahead.  Careful study is advised and then when Mercury goes direct, we can move ahead with our endeavors. 

If by chance we have no choice but to proceed with a project under the influence of Mercury’s retrograde cycle, we can usually expect some delays or obstructions along the way.

Venus Retrograde 

There is a little less than one and one-half years between Venus’ retrograde cycles.  Each cycle lasts about forty days. 

Venus’s energies are about love and affection and it is also affiliated with beautiful things and our possessions.  Venus seeks out comfort and elegance although we always need to look at its sign and house position in the natal chart for complete details.  Venus’ energies are connected to our search for peace and tranquility hence its affiliation with Libra and Taurus. 

When Venus is in its retrograde cycle, it has similarities to the energies of Mars.  Naturally, Venus is very passive in its expression while Mars is much more aggressive and pushy.  Since Venus is connected to material objectives and love and affection, the push for these things is emphasized although the ability to express love and affection is restricted during the retrograde cycle. 

Remember retrograde implies that the energies are held back.  Personal relationships may not be as easy due to the restrictions on our expression of love and affection  

While in retrograde, there is a push however to accumulate possessions, and this could include a push towards gaining momentum linked to the finances and acquiring material goods.  It has also been said that during the Venus retrograde cycle there can be a tendency to lose something of value, whether that be a personal thing or some love interest. 

There are, however, no significant indicators that the connection lost cannot be regained.  Things may not be lost on a permanent basis but can be regained what was lost once the retrograde cycle is over.  Again, it is important to look at the full chart for a clear picture.

October 30, 2019, we will look at Jupiter in retrograde.

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TRANSITING URANUS CONJUNCT NATAL SATURN

The transit of Uranus to Saturn can push us to review some of the structures that have been built up over the span of our lifetime.  This aspect will push us re-evaluate conditions and so we can decide what should be left as is (with maybe minor changes), and what needs to be replaced or removed completely.  This can be very tough because, as creatures of habit, we like safe and comfortable conditions in life. 

Uranus’ energies arrives to change things and pushes us in new directions which eventually will provide greater freedom and more room to simply be ourselves.

The release of these energies can be quite disruptive and often unexpected, particularly if we fight them.  In many cases, we will not be prepared for these events and the stress and tension may be difficult to handle.  The stress and any tension that seems to stay with us is as a result of our resistance and our not allowing the needed changes to happen.  Fighting what needs to change is futile and the less we attempt to challenge these conditions (just allow these things to develop as they need to) the more smooth things will go, especially emotionally.

Saturn represents structures in life that have been built up over time.  This structure provides us with a sense of comfort and safety.  These structures may now be standing in the way of progress and they are no longer serving any viable purpose except that they bring us comfort.  We have probably been reviewing these for some time now and a part of us recognizes the need for change and another part is frightened by this idea. 

Things that are now considered stale will be re-evaluated and are subject to great change.  There may be feelings or issues that relate to freedom and the ability to actually become that person we are evolving into.  Something needs to happen in order for us to evolve from caterpillar to butterfly.

The energies of Saturn are restrictive and just might stand in the way.

With Uranus conjunct Saturn, this can be a very volatile time in our lives.  This may affect our relationships with others, our marital status, our occupation and many other aspects of our lives.  We know that life needs change and now will be the time. 

These changes may come about in unusual ways and during times when we least expect them.  They may be very sudden in their nature and because of this, we may not have a lot of time to become accustomed to what is taking place. 

Let go and do not fight the process.  We can and should acknowledge to ourselves that these changes are necessary.  Deep down inside we know some action is required.  If this is a more gentle transition, we will just have to make mental adjustments and minor changes, but be sure to move forward, as over time we will realize, even if just subconsciously, that the changes at hand are exactly what we need for the future.

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MATERIAL FOCUS

It is important to look at each day as a chance for a new beginning or an ability to enhance an already magical experience.

Each day is a new beginning.....a chance for a new start.

It is important to analyse our desires on a regular basis and be honest with ourselves. Only then can we understand what our desires can truly manifest. Letting go of that which offers little in the way of “whole” self growth can provide an important shift in our overall outlook.

We do live in a material world, and it can be hard to release the need to see beyond the day to day routine particularly if this is all we are focused on. As we grow financially secure in the material world, we are often presented with a feeling of never having enough.  There remains a void in our lives so we believe “more” can fill this. 

Enjoy the feeling of comfort that material living provides, but an over focus on “stuff” can take us off track and leave us feeling unfulfilled.

As we have repeated time and time again, we are spiritual beings living in physical form. 

“Are material concerns the reason our true essence came into this life or is there more?”

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THE PROGRESSED MOON AND ITS INFLUENCE

The progressed Moon moves through the zodiac approximately one degree a month.  Its effects are important and usually signify that a change of events is in store, defined by its sign and house position as it moves through the horoscope.  You will feel its effect for approximately a three month period, culminating in intensity in the middle month when it goes direct with another planet or angle in your personal chart.

The progressed Moon is often used as a timing factor in Astrology.  As major transits from the outer planets make aspects in the natal chart, the progressed Moon often supplies the energies to make things happen.  Some of the outer planets’ energies can be in force for several years and when the Progressed Moon moves into direct aspect (if Pluto for example is at 20 degrees any sign, when the Moon moves into 20 degrees any sign) it will intensify the energies of the planets involved and the area of life represented by the houses involved.   The major aspects usually play a more significant role than minor aspects do.  However, if you have no major aspects at the time then a minor aspect in very close proximity can still play a role in what is happening.

Events will unfold as the Progression Moon makes an aspect.  The conjunction is the most powerful aspect and will stimulate activity and the energies will be unleashed.  The square often indicates some struggles while the opposition suggests challenging conditions often brought on through someone else’s actions or by life events. Under most conditions the trines and sextiles are favourable aspects and indicate opportunities or easy flow.  However the whole chart always has to be studied for a full understanding of what is taking place.

Also have a look at eclipses to see if they are near the angles indicated as they can stimulate activity even if the eclipse is not direct.  An eclipse that is out by 3-5 degrees can still have an effect on the overall conditions set in motion by the transits and the progressed Moon.

You will also have to check the sign the progressed Moon is moving through, particularly when it enters into a new sign.  The sign and its indicators as well as the planet ruling the sign will define what to expect over a 2 ½ year time frame.  Each sign and house placement will carry with it the meanings associated with the house and sign, and these energies will have an impact during the times involved.  Pay particular attention to the cardinal signs and angular house cusps as they often activate activities pertaining to the energies associated with these placements. 

The signs and the adjacent house positions will indicate what you might expect.  The energies are quite strong as the Moon moves into a new house (house cusp position) and you will feel the energies shift as the action takes place.  Remember this energy is at its strongest as it first crosses the house cusp.  These are always energy areas.

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