SATURN IN RETROGRADE MOTION

Saturn has a 28 year cycle and remains in each zodiac sign for approximately 2 and ½ years.  During its cycle, Saturn moves into retrograde on a regular basis and about 15 degrees of each astrological sign experiences the retrograde motion of Saturn.

To show the contrast of the energies of a retrograde planet, we will look at Jupiter.  Jupiter often brings good luck and expansion in its direct motion but when in retrograde motion as discussed in our last Astrology post, its energies are similar to Saturn while it is in direct motion. 

Saturn’s energies in direct motion are restrictive.  Its energies are challenging and can make life difficult.  Saturn is known as the teacher and disciplinarian of the Zodiac. 

On the other hand, Saturn’s retrograde energies work similar to Jupiter’s energies when in direct motion.  As a result, the extreme energies apparent with Saturn in its direct motion become somewhat softened.  Saturn direct normally deals with past issues but while in retrograde, it can and will open doors to new things that somehow we may feel familiar with, even though they are new to us.

Some Astrologers link Saturn with diseases that have longevity and the duration of their affects are sometimes lengthened due to the influence of Saturn.  When Saturn is retrograde in motion, any recovery process with these ailments may become sped up and often the individuals that are involved feel more carefree and worry-less about these conditions in their lives.  This is beneficial as any focus or concentration can enhance illness and draw even more energy into these areas.  In many cases, disease can stem from adverse reactions to life’s events and it is wise not to allow obstructions or hard lessons to become personal or to own them.  This free flow attitude can provide us with ease of moving beyond these experiences.

Saturn is often linked to business in some way including searching out a new career, entering into a study programme or beginning a new business.  During the course of transiting Saturn turning retrograde, it is wise not to enter into any news enterprises or business dealings.  It is best to wait for Saturn to turn direct before moving forward in business related activities, even if you may feel somewhat positive about the outcome.  Utilize this retrograde time to review your plans and make sure you are ready to move ahead.  When Saturn turns direct (even though things might stagnate for a little while or be slowed down) another planet in transit will come along to start the process of moving forward. 

Check to see which house Saturn is transiting through in your birth chart as this will provide you with some specifics.  Also check to see which house natal (birth) Saturn occupies.  These houses will both be areas of life affected by the retrograde motion of Saturn. 

When Saturn is direct in its motion, these areas will be avenues you can move ahead in although it is wise to take things slowly as you move forward.  Saturn insists on structure and a solid foundation.

If Saturn is poorly aspected in your birth chart, the house where it is situated in may require additional hard work and a conscious effort to resolve any issues related to that area of life.  Since Saturn often points towards a dominant individual in your life (sometimes the most restrictive and strict parent or an authority figure in our life), Saturn retrograde in the birth (natal) chart has been associated with that particular individual somehow missing in your life.  The most authoritarian parent could be away often perhaps on business or actually missing from your life in early childhood.

Wherever Saturn is found in a chart, whether it is in retrograde motion or direct motion, this is often an area of life that requires more work and challenging conditions to overcome.  However, it should be pointed out that Saturn is the educator as well as the disciplinarian in the chart, so it also rewards hard work and diligent efforts.

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MARS IN RETROGRADE MOTION

Mars traditionally is reflective of energy directed outward.  During its retrograde cycle however, those affected by this transit may feel stagnated in their efforts and feel as though they had little to no energy.  This is particularly true if you have a natal planet in conjunction (the most powerful aspect), square or in opposition to transiting Mars.  These aspects are known as maleficent energies when associated with Mars, the planet of aggressive force and drive, although the conjunction can be released in many other ways.  Much will depend on the sign and house position as well as aspect to this conjunction in the natal chart.

When Mars is in its retrograde motion, the energy is turned inward, which is not a comfortable expression of Mars’ energy.  You may feel that you could neither release your inner drive nor could you motivate yourself into a forward direction.  You may feel a release of that energy once Mars turns direct again and what previously felt restricted or held back may now come to the forefront and be released.  Make sure that the release of these energies is not in an aggressive manner, even if you have felt thwarted in the past few months.  Mars can be quite forceful in its expression.

If, for example, transiting Mars in retrograde was conjunction with the Moon in your chart.  You could have felt as though your emotions were on hold or even though you had strong inner emotional reactions to life’s events and situations, you were not able to release those emotions.  This could have included the want to make changes in your life.  Your emotions were so stifled that they kept you at bay and nothing seemed to have moved in the manner you wanted.  All you really wanted to do was to express how you felt on an emotion level.  After Mars turned direct, you would have been able to express yourself which is what you wanted for what may have seemed an eternity.

A further example, if Saturn had been involved in the equation with this retrograde Mars, this cycle would actually have been to your advantage as you undoubted had needed that time to examine all the details before you plunged into some activity. 

Most planets in retrograde suggest a time of review before moving ahead once the planet go direct again, transiting Saturn in retrograde however often works in the opposite.  Be sure to watch for our post on “Saturn in Retrograde Motion” coming soon. 

Mars retrograde is a time to examine and review all details to make sure that you were prepared and on a solid foundation before you moved ahead.  Saturn normally restricts action and suggests that you build a proper base before you move ahead and your drive would have been held back which gave you the perfect opportunity to prepare.  Once Mars goes direct again, you may be ready to move ahead in your endeavours. 

Mars is also about sexual energies and sexual drive, and you may have felt as though you were stifled in this area.  Perhaps you wanted to pursue a sexual union with someone you were interested in and the events never seemed to play out to allow this union to come together.  You may find that once Mars goes direct that things move along in ways that were previously stagnated or held back.  Just make sure that your feelings go beyond just a sexual nature.  Mars tends to be overly aggressive when it comes to sex and the sexual drive, especially when it moves through Scorpio.

Check to see which house transiting Mars is moving through as this will indicate the areas of life involved in the process.  Also you will need to review which houses are involved with other planetary energies and how they may surface or fail to surface during the retrograde cycle and again when Mars goes direct.  The placement of natal Mars by house position will also be highlighted.  Transiting Mars may pass over planets or significant areas of the natal chart (ascendant and midheaven) three times as it goes through the retrograde and direct cycles making these areas of extreme importance in your life at that time. 

If Mars stations on a planet or significant point in the birth chart, it will also be noteworthy.

  

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HALLOWE’EN, WINTER’S NIGHT, SAMHAIN

October 31, in the northern hemisphere, marks the end of the harvest season, summer’s end, a holy day for witches, the wiccan/pagan new year, all hallows eve, the day of the dead, the beginning of Samhain, etc.

The day light hours are becoming much shorter and the sun is much lower in the sky.  There is much less dancing in the sunlight and you can feel the mood change around us. 

The long dark nights ahead of you, however, gives you a wonderful opportunity to reflect and go deep within. 

Who are you? 

What weight from your past have you been carrying on your back?  What can you release and let go of? 

What new journeys would you be fond to embark upon? 

What opportunities have you squandered?  What opportunities have you taken advantage of? 

What is your heart telling you?  Do you listen to your heart?

What ideas and goals give you goose bumps?

The seasons offer you many opportunities.  Mirror nature.  Now in nature is time to release.  Let go of those things that no longer serve you.

Do you feel the change in the energies around you?  Utilize this change of energy and use it to your advantage.  It is a wonderful time to revisit your inner self—to reflect on where you have come and examine what feels right moving forward.

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JUPITER RETROGRADE/DIRECT MOTIONS

When Jupiter goes into its retrograde, this cycle lasts about 120 days and will move between 10 to 20 degrees.  Jupiter goes retrograde every year and as retrogrades usually indicate that the energy is not strong or its full expression is restricted, Jupiter in retrograde still offers up opportunities for expansion and optimism, although somewhat challenged when it is in touch with Saturn.

You can use an orb of 3-4 degrees when determining if Jupiter will affect any of the planets or important points in your natal chart.  As it crosses these placements, the energy of Jupiter will increase.  As I write this post, Jupiter has been direct since August, 2019 and its positive expansiveness is considered to be alive and well.

Under normal conditions Jupiter is known as the great benefactor, but it is said that when it moves into retrograde, the energies of these characteristics seem to fade and its normal opportunistic influence is felt on an inner level.  On the material side of things, however, it is less effective but still present.  It is suggested that if you are considering buying property or big luxury items while Jupiter is in retrograde motion that you reconsider and wait until Jupiter is once again in direct motion.  Much depends on the natal aspects to your Jupiter.  In general, Jupiter’s energies are not as lucky in retrograde motion as they are under direct motion.

When this planet moves into retrograde, its impact is felt on an inner level rather than in our outside world.  During a retrograde cycle, you can benefit greatly if you focus on inner growth and awareness.  Getting in touch with you and objectively view yourself making alterations along the way as this would be very beneficial. 

Jupiter is the planet of expansion and is connected to spirituality and the philosophies of life that have deeper meaning.  If you have a look at the house it is transiting through as well as the house it is located in your natal chart, these will be areas of life that you can do work on and transform in ways that will suit you better (when Jupiter is direct again).  It is a time of introspection when Jupiter is retrograde. 

Remember to view Jupiter even when retrograde on a positive note, even if what you see or if your life’s direction is not what you thought it was.  Under the retrograde influence you can make adjustments to the way you have been living your life, transform your life’s direction and put yourself on track with where you should be going.

Jupiter in retrograde is connected to the lessons in life that are required during that specific time.  Be honest with yourself under this influence, and you will be able to re-examine your truths and gauge these with a keen eye in order to decide what you want to change and what is worthy of keeping.  These are often aspects of yourself that need some tweaking, in turn creating a higher version of yourself on track and ready to move in your intended direction.    Look inside yourself and find those inner riches.

While under the influence of Jupiter in retrograde, if you are making plans on going into a business venture, make sure that you take the time to consider all the aspects connected to making this decision.  You may find that you will make great expenditures when Jupiter is retrograde.  This is not always a wise decision and likely not one you would make if Jupiter were in direct motion.  It is actually best to wait before making any decisions, unless your natal Jupiter and the planets connected to it in the natal chart are quite “well” aspected. 

Check to see what the natal chart is saying and then make your decisions.  Just make sure that you are viewing these contacts with clarity and watch for expanded optimism.

As a side note, the next Jupiter retrograde will be May 15, 2020.

Once Jupiter has gone back into direct motion (again this year was August 11, 2019 and in 2020 it will be September 13) and is making aspects to other planets in your natal chart, you will be able to gage what areas of life might be affected and the potential outcome of actions taken once Jupiter is direct. 

Jupiter is a very positive influence in your life and will enhance most experiences, especially when linked to higher forms of delivery.

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A TURNING POINT

Have we reached our “tipping” point? 

A perfect example is our political arena seem to be heading for collapse.  If so, how will this affect us?  

Does this indicate that the duties, motives and policies of some politicians are misrepresented and therefore none effective? 

In the free world, politicians are supposed to reflect and act upon the choices and sentiment of their people.  If our politicians are not doing this then either they are not fulfilling their duties or our definition of leadership is incorrect.

It feels at times that we are in the midst of a storm and it appears that many are being swept into the turmoil of its force. 

After any storm, however, is there not a clearing and the sun returns? 

There are those of us that recognize what is currently taking place is a simple storm and nothing more.  It does not have to be catastrophic or debilitating, but once it clears, it should enhance a welcomed change.

There are many that are awakening to a clearer vision of what our world is moving towards.  It does not have to be devastation or disillusion.  It is a foreseeable turning point where we can learn to work together.  There can be a unique interchange which has not been experienced up until this point. 

We are on this road together.  Many are awakening to their true self and their authentic light is shining bright. 

We cannot help but see it if we are looking for this energy.  We feel it within the core of our being and we understand that it is unfolding at an increasing rate. 

In the face of adversity, stand tall.   Know that you are meant to be here and experience today’s events.  Have faith in the process.  Believe in yourself and stay open.  Allow love and compassion, and you will bring love and compassion to our world.   

You do not have to own the sentiment or energies of those around you.  Their energies and focus are not yours.

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2019 PARANORMAL & MIND PSYCHIC FAIR

We are excited……..tomorrow, Sunday, October 27 is the always popular Paranormal & Psychic Fair at Lions Gate Banquet Hall, 386 Blake Street in Barrie, Ontario.  It runs from 11 a.m. to 6 p.m.

Holm Astrology is offering Oracle Card Readings at the fair. Without getting too technical, our Oracle Card Readings are an interpretation or analysis of the Astrological Oracle cards and their placement specific to your reading. These readings are as individual as an Astrology chart and offer information specific to you and you alone.

Admission into this event is free!

Arrive Early OR book your reading in advance. Our host, Events by L.A., always draws large crowds. Guarantee your spot by booking and purchasing your reading at www.holmastrology.com/apps/webstore/products/show/7479485

Come out and enjoy this phenomenal event! You will not be disappointed.

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NEW MOON - OCTOBER 27, 2019

On October 27, 2019, we will be experiencing a New Moon in the sign of Scorpio. 

For those just beginning Astrology or the study of Lunar energies, the New Moon is when the Sun and Moon are in conjunction with each other at the exact same degree and minute in the same sign.  Under the energies of the New Moon we should be planting seeds in the garden of life.  This is the time to begin a project or start something new.  This can be a relationship, a new job, a partnership, buying a house or starting to build a home.  The list goes on and on.

The New Moon on October 27, 2019 @ 11:40 p.m. EDT is found at 4 degrees in the sign of Scorpio.  As a result, Scorpio traits are inherent in these energies.  Any planet or significant point as well as angle particularly on or near the 4^th degree of signs in conjunction or opposition or square will impact your life.  Trine or sextile will also have an influence.

There are no half-way measures about Scorpio.  One thing you can usually count on is that there is likely to be some intensity at this time.  This New Moon is found in the first decant of Scorpio which is ruled by Pluto so there will be something extreme and deep about what is undertaken.  You may want to dig deep to find what you are looking for.  This is a great time for self-examination especially if connected to the Sun and also an intense period when dealing with the emotions although it may not be out in the open especially if connected to the Moon.

Scorpio and Pluto deals with transformations and regeneration and if connected to Venus, love and romance may be part of the equation.  Sex can be a strong enticement at this time, especially if connected to Mars. 

Jupiter can expand on situations and bring about desired results, while Saturn could restrict things somewhat or slow down the process but may also add structure and stability as it manifests. 

Neptune may speak of magical contacts and the occult and spiritual involvement while Mercury can intensify the mind’s interaction.

Transiting Uranus is in opposition to this placement also at four degrees in Taurus.  Uranus can make things quite unpredictable and often brings new things into alignment.  Uranus creates necessary change, as in some cases, things have become dormant and need shifting.  Uranus is the awakener and creates change and disruption in order to put you back on the path that most suits your evolutionary quest and alignment more appropriately.

If you are deciding on what to do with your life, now is a good time to take advantage of these energies and begin. 

In about 6 months when we reach the Full Moon in Scorpio, we will begin to reap what was sown under the influence of this Scorpio New Moon. 

Dig deep to uncover the answers and seek out the truth of what is beginning now.  You may find that you are a different person when this period is over and you are building on what that might be in this moment in time.  Make sure these changes are favourable for all involved and that it creates growth in positive ways.

Take advantage of this opportunity.

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