CHANGE

Sometimes the best-laid plans will go awry and because we do not always travel the path we prefer, we react to life and forget purpose. These reactions create stress and if we continue to fight the process, we become lost in the “what if’s” and “why me’s”. These feeling and thoughts can leave us quite depleted and without direction. This is a temporary state of affairs, however, and will also pass if we allow ourselves to let go and move into the moment.

 

Nothing in life goes without change. Shifts of consciousness and shifts in circumstance often run hand in hand.

 

Sometimes we have to let go of where we have been to take new paths that can be quite foreign to us. This can be frightening but at the same time very exciting. 

 

Take the bull by the horns and move forward. Sometimes we need a little push from life or from others to take that step forward. If we chose to step forward on our own, life just feels easier. Resistance only creates stress 

 

We are all capable of moving forward. We just need to recognize this fact and to face our fears.

 

Emotional disruptions more often than not signify the need for change, and we must allow ourselves this freedom to grow and expand. Step out of the confinement of complacency and/or familiarity. Do not wait for life to dictate that change must take place. It is usually much more pleasant and less disruptive if we take those steps ourselves. 

 

This IS your life! Live it to the best of your abilities. Never sell yourself short.

 

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TRANSITING URANUS CONJUNCT THE ASCENDANT IN ASTROLOGY

If you have a Taurus Ascendant sign around 12 to 15 degrees, transiting Uranus has been stirring up matters.  Transiting Uranus has a powerful effect on us, and its energies often are felt as far away as 5 degrees while approaching our Ascendant and continues to have an influence as much as 2-3 degrees separating.   Normally when it reaches our Ascendant within a few minutes approaching (60 minutes in one degree of orb) there is often something that happens in our lives that correlates with the action and intent of Uranus.  When trying to decipher a rectified birth time, Uranus along with transiting Mars as well as the Sun and the progressed Moon will help to further identify the actual birth time.  If Mars is also making an aspect which corresponds with Uranus, it is especially powerful and often an incident will occur. 

 

Look at your birth chart to see where Uranus is located by sign and house as well as its overall condition by aspects to other planets to get a clearer picture as to what might be involved.

 

Uranus is known as the awakener and its influence often presents us with new and different approaches. Uranus calls for objective viewing of our life’s circumstances particularly our relationships when it is connected to the Ascendant and demands that we analyse these conditions. If these relationships no longer serve an evolutionary purpose, Uranus often pushes us in directions that could terminate these relationships. If the relationship is strong, it will go through a time of awakening. Both parties will usually have to make changes to not only themselves but also change for their mate. If we choose to follow these energies, the relationship, although altered, will grow stronger, refreshed and able to withstand life’s lessons with more vigor.

 

Uranus is often found to activate conditions in life when there is a need for change or a want to break free.  Its actions are often out of our control and any resistance to the required change often results in forcible action from outside forces in a more vigorous manner than if we initiated the changes ourselves. This is not to say that we should fear Uranus when it activates areas of our chart, only that we should be ready for the unexpected and that change is pending.

 

Anything in life that has gone stale or offers little in the line of growth will come under scrutiny during this period. Pay particular attention to the house placement of Uranus in your natal chart as this is an area that will undoubtedly be affected. 

 

Be ready for a change in your life which will affect many areas of life.  As you have been feeling its effects, you are somewhat prepared for this to occur, but when it happens it will happen out of the blue, without any warning. Expect the unexpected. 

 

It should be pointed out that Uranus provides change that is very constructive and although this period may have several upheavals and unexpected incidents, the outcome will be well-worth the turmoil. Allow at least 3-6 degrees past the Ascendant degree to fully comprehend what has taken place and take in the energy with open arms as exciting times are at hand.  Change should be welcomed as it is directly linked to your evolution.

 

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PERSONAL RESPONSE

There are times in life when the signals get crossed and our judgements can be clouded.  This could pertain to many of life’s issues and even our judgement of others which we unfortunately form from lack of information or by misinterpreting events. 

 

I am sure you have heard it said that we should never judge others unless we have walked a mile in their shoes.  We will never be aware of their full life’s circumstances and will never be able to understand their life’s experiences from where we are standing.

 

We can never imagine someone else’s elation or their sorrow. 

 

Frequently early childhood experiences set the stage for our response to events and people.  Physical and emotional abuse, alcoholism, or drug abuse by loved ones for example leave lasting consequences.  Each of us has core reasons for our behavior.  Even a hard day at work or challenging conditions with the children can influence the way we respond to events throughout our day. With this in mind, how can we possibly judge others on their reactions or responses? 

 

Make an effort to study our own personal responses to events.  These are the actions that we have control over and can change if need be.  Our expectations of others are truly unrealistic and simply set us up for disappointment and anguish.  If we cannot control our own responses at times, how can we place expectations on others?

 

If you are looking for compassion and understanding from others, set that example but without expectation.  Your own reaction to events either stirs up more of what it is you do not want, or it can start a new focus of love and forgiveness.

 

Our reaction to life events and our interaction with others is a personal choice.  We have the option of making a decision that provides positive outcomes or positive alternatives under any conditions.  The next time we experience ego interference, stop for a moment.  Offer energy conducive to support, peace and enlightenment.  They in turn can use this positive reaction to assist in lifting themselves out of their place of confusion or frustration. 

 

If our offering is not utilized and this person continues on their own stressful path; do not judge.  Send love their way; turn away and remove yourself from their choices.  Their actions are their choice; your reactions are yours. 

 

Bring this awareness to the surface and realize your true purpose.

 

“To love a man enough to help him, you have to forfeit the warm, self-righteous glow that comes from judging.”   ― Ron Hall

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TRANSITING NEPTUNE SQUARE NATAL VENUS

Transiting Neptune has a veil of uncertainty attached to its energies.  Neptune, especially in challenging aspect has some vagueness to it.  It can make things very unclear or uncertain and can leave us in a bit of a fog. 

 

Neptune’s energies suggest that we go beneath the surface and uncover the truth of the situation or our current life’s conditions. 

 

Neptune in transit has a psychic or intuitive flavour to it; and in many cases, if we listen closely, we get information that is relayed to us through the unconscious or our sub-conscious mind.  Neptune is closely tied to mysticism and spirituality and as we lift that veil of uncertainty, we are guided by forces greater than our mere mortal energies.

 

Venus on the other hand has to do with love and affection and is sometimes tied to the finances.  It can also refer to a young female or women in general, but if linked in some way either through transit or natal aspect to Mars, it often has to do with sexual and love connections. 

 

The house positions involved will give greater detail into what area of life is involved and as usual, check the natal placement of Neptune and the aspects that natal Venus make in the birth chart. 

 

If this connection between transiting Neptune and natal Venus is tied to relationships of significance as indicated by your chart, then there may be some confusion or idealism in this relationship.  It may be best to have input by close reliable friends and family as you may not be getting the whole picture, or your mind may be playing games with you. 

 

If, for example, transiting Neptune or Venus is tied to the fifth house, this may indicate that a romantic relationship is what this aspect is speaking about.  If this is tied to the seventh house, then the marriage may be going through some challenging conditions. 

 

Square aspects can be quite aggravating; however, they often force us into action.  As we maneuver our way through the obstacles, we eventually uncover the truth and see things as they are.  Sometimes we will not get the full picture until Neptune passes out of orb (2 degrees past being direct).  If Neptune goes into retrograde and passes over the same position again then there is further work yet to come, but in most cases the first direct alignment is usually the most powerful.

 

Many individuals reading this post may feel somewhat dismayed by what the energies suggesting.  However, it should be noted that all aspects over time have the potential for favourable conclusions.  One way or another, the truth is revealed, and the veil is removed, and we continue moving in our guided direction.  There are no mistakes along the way.  In many cases after the fact, we find out that what appeared to be the wrong direction in the moment was actually the best route we could have travelled.  It may not be a pleasant experience, but it was what was needed to learn.  The lesson at hand was important and we needed to move through this situation in order to locate that needed final outcome. 

 

All conditions are favourable on some level regardless of aspect configuration and they are all meant to be.  All lessons are for our greater good, even if it does not look or feel that way during the experience.  We learn from life and many times we don’t clearly understand the “why” behind events.  The outcome may not seem favourable at the time, but the lesson learned is what was important.

 

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NEW MOON IN CANCER JULY 9, 2021

 We will be experiencing the New Moon energy on the 9^th of July, 2021, at 9:16 p.m. EDT in the sign of Cancer at 18 degrees.  With the New Moon in Cancer and Venus with its conjunction to Mars both in Leo, (Venus at 15 degrees and Mars at 18 degrees both Semi-Sextile to this New Moon positioning), this can suggest the potential for a strong love interest with a highly emotion connected.  The Semi-Sextile often speaks of being in the right place at the right time.

 

Since the New Moon’s energies are affiliated with new beginnings and if you have a planet near the 18-degree mark especially by conjunction or opposition then perhaps these energies will apply to you. 

 

Are you ready for an exciting relationship? 

 

The energy is strong, and the time is ripe for this to take hold.  This would be particularly so if the New Moon takes place in your fifth house as this often represents new unions.  If this is found in the seventh house perhaps this suggests your relationship will go to a new level.

 

Venus and Mars together often suggest romantic liaisons or in some cases a push to gather oneself and put energy into the finances.  Venus speaks of love and affection but can also denote money and valuables.  If this is about relationships and if this New Moon is found in your fifth house perhaps this speaks of an addition to the family or a plan to move ahead with this in mind.  Leo is often associated with a drive, push or desire to lead rather than follow and love and affection is high on the list.

 

Remember what you begin and set into motion will often rise to fruition during the next Full Moon in the same sign (Cancer) which is in 6 months.  The work you do moving forward will have a direct impact on what the harvest will look like.  Cancer often relates to family and nurturing, so this New Moon has indicators that often have this in mind.  Family may become increasingly important and nurturing and taking care of them may be high on the agenda. 

 

Saturn at 11 degrees Aquarius is in opposition to Venus and Mars and this stirs up some potential need for structure and can assist in the building of a solid foundation but only after any necessary work.  Others may have a hand in this perhaps opposing what is in force or on the other hand helping push the energy forward.  Saturn, however, wants to move slowly and with precision while Mars/Venus in Leo is ready for action.   This may create a bit of a dilemma. 

 

Uranus at 14 degrees Taurus forms a T-square with Venus/Mars and Saturn.  The squares from Venus/Mars and Saturn make this a challenging aspect.  Much energy is applied to Uranus which is the planet of change.  Disruption may have a say in what is taking place as well.  Uranus seeks to remove any obstacles and foster in a much-needed change although it can do so with a degree of abruptness.  However what Uranus often seeks is freedom on some level and change that is long past due.  You might have had a few kicks along the way pushing you in a new direction and Uranus’ energies are not hindered as it is still in direct motion (Uranus moves into retrograde August 20) suggesting that its energies are currently unobstructed.

 

There is little doubt that those affected by this New Moon will have their hands full and you can anticipate lots of energy pushing you ahead.  Lead by your heart, not the mind and follow your intuitive insight.

 

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PRESSURES AND CHOICES

Life often presents us with challenges that seem to steal our focus and somehow manage to stifle our growth or so we think.  We are often confronted with what feels like massive, overwhelming tests that come at us from all sides.  We are seldom prepared for these events as they come when we least expect them.  This is most certainly how it can feel, and our reactions are not always what we want, in hindsight. 

 

For some, this seems to be the reoccurring theme in life.  When we are faced with adversity and difficult conditions, we often meet these lessons with opposition.  We sometimes feel as though we are victims of life, but are we?  Are we not actually victims of our reaction to life’s events? 

 

Life is going to happen, with or without our consent.  We can face life head on and use the events to grow and learn.  It is important to recognize these events as not part of us and we cannot own them or make them our own.  Far too often, we may meet life’s events with frustration, anger, create a very difficult lesson and feeling as though these lessons are a part of us.  We decide to own the events instead of seeing them as a lesson to grow.

 

With the latter scenario, how will these reactions change what has transpired?  What is the benefit of the attitude we have decided to have?

 

We have a choice on how we deal with adversity.  It is also up to us how long we choose to hang on to the events.  How much control are you willing to give to these uncontrollable events?

 

This is not to say that we are unaffected by what takes place even if we do not fight the event.  This does not mean that we are not emotionally affected by life’s events, nor does it mean that we are cold or unemotional in any way.  What it does mean is that life happens, and we have options as to what way we react.  There are always choices to be made.  We are not at the mercy of these events as many believe.  We are always at the helm of our reactions and our emotions.  We alone dictate how we will allow ourselves to be affected by each and every event in life.

 

Undesirable events do happen, and they are not by choice, but we have choices as to how we will allow ourselves to be affected. We make those choices whether those decisions are conscious or not.  If we choose to analyse our decisions and recognize our part in the process, we learn how to adjust to life’s events rather than becoming victims to them.  Being familiar with our past reactions and decision helps us to learn to stop reaction and make clear decisions on how to move forward. 

 

Learning to listen to that quite inner guide as it will help us through the process and understanding our reactions and taking control can have lasting effects.  These will provide us with the momentum and courage to withstand any pressure that comes from our lessons in life.  Stop, process, and then move forward after a controlled decisions.  Stand tall in the face of adversity by recognizing the lesson, seeing it as not a part of you but simply a lesson then move forward with that knowledge.

 

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RISING PLANET IN ASTROLOGY

In Astrology, when defining a rising planet, we are referring to the distance any natal planet is with regards to the actual Ascendant sign’s position. 

 

A planet that is two degrees before the rising sign cusp (in the last 2 degrees of the twelfth house or up to and including 5 degrees after the Ascendant in the first house) is known as a rising planet.  The difference between a planet 2 degree before the rising sign (in the 12 house) compared to a planet in the first house would be that the energies of the twelfth house planet have more difficulty expressing themselves compared to a first house planet which can easily express its energies.

 

Both positions, however, deliver a similar meaning as the ruling planet of the Ascendant.  To give a couple of examples, the ruling planet of Sagittarius is Jupiter, and the ruling planet of Leo is the Sun.  The rising planet gives substance to the energies of the rising sign and tells more about the rising sign.  Someone who has a Sagittarius rising sign would also have to look at what house and sign their Jupiter is located in.  This would provide a stronger identification to the external expression of the rising sign of Sagittarius.  The rising sign is tempered by its ruling Planet.

 

Another example would be someone having Mars closely tied to this Ascendant would use these energies in their self-expression.  Mars before the Ascendant by 2 degrees or after within 5 degrees would also express the Mars influence with the rising sign.

 

A planet closely connected to the Ascendant (the closer the connection by degree the stronger its influence) is thought to be even stronger than the actual natural ruling planet of the sign on the Ascendant.  This is due to the planet being in an angular position.  Someone with a Cancer Ascendant which naturally would be comfortable in a care-giving role would have strong nurturing abilities and be emotionally expressive to others. 

 

If, for example, this individual had Mars within 2 degrees of the Ascendant and in the first house (in the twelfth the energies would be a little more difficult to express or they may even try to hide this energy), would have an energetic expressive personality.  They would be considered a go getter and would aggressively take on the role as a caregiver and nurturing individual.  They would be known as a combatant and often would show an aggressive link to their self-expression.  Much would depend on the rising sign’s aspects as well.  It has also been noted that in some cases this positioning of Mars being closely tied to the Ascendant indicates that a fight for life in early life was likely.

 

Someone with Jupiter tied to this position of a Cancer Ascendant would express themselves to others in an overly optimistic manner.  Many with this in their chart would find that luck and expansion come to them at different intervals in their lives.  They would reveal themselves as a nurturing individual with philosophic views on life.  Jupiter would expand the emotional nature of Cancer and make these individuals highly sensitive to their environment and quite emotionally expressive.

 

What is the rising planet tied to your Ascendant and how would this define your expression?

 

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