NEW MOON & PARTIAL SOLAR ECLIPSE JULY, 2018

We will experience a New Moon in the sign of Cancer at 20 degrees on July 12, 2018, at 10:49 p.m. EDT.  There will also be a partial solar eclipse on July 13, 2018 (because of the time zone differences) which will be seen between Australia and the Antarctica.  Although all continents we will not be able to see the eclipse, its energies can still affect us. 

The Cancer New Moon’s energies are highly sensitive and intuitive.  With the Moon being in its natural sign of Cancer, this New Moon is set to be a powerful one.  It will enhance our emotions, our intuitive understanding and our sensitivity especially when our emotions revolve around our family and close friends. 

Our protective instincts will be heightened, and we will intuitively feel if there are any underlying currents of safety or danger involved.  We will engage in confrontations if necessary and deal with open enemies if required.  This extreme is unlikely, however, for the general population. 

The potential for some type of interaction between us and others may be highlighted due to the opposition aspect between the New Moon (20 degrees Cancer) and Pluto (19 to 20 degrees Capricorn).

This opposition can bring issues to the surface that may be hard to deal with although this confrontation is necessary.  The issue may stem from our early years or it could be something that we have omitted from our consciousness mind.  Whatever this may be, it will probably require some type of focus and this issue that surfaces will often be brought on through our connections with others.  Others may unwittingly bring these issues to the surface or they may intentionally bring the issue to our attention.  One way or another, we are meant to face whatever surfaces so we can deal with it appropriately.

It has been said that solar eclipses can have an impact in our lives in years by comparison to the hours they last.  If, for instance, this eclipse lasts 90 minutes, we may find that for the next year and one-half (when activated) we will experience something related to the areas of life involved, expressed through the house that the eclipse is located within in our natal chart. 

In order for this to have an impact in our lives, we will also have to have links to our natal chart to this position; Conjunctions, squares and oppositions will have the most powerful impact while trines and sextiles would not be as powerful, at least in their expression.  The challenging aspects will bring important pieces of our life to the surface.  We will be confronted with how to deal with them, and we have to make adjustments or changes.  The more gentle aspects will create easy flow and opportunities to resolve any issues. 

Many of those we speak to become fearful when eclipses make contact in their natal chart.  There is no need to anticipate hard lessons.  Difficulty is not always the way the Solar Eclipse and its energies need to express their energy. 

Remember everything, without exception, in life happens for a reason.  Use these energies creatively and push through any lessons that are tabled for you.  Remind yourself that any challenges are life lessons that in turn make us stronger, well equipped for our journey and more resilient.

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LIFE’S ROLLER COASTER

If we hold on to what needs to change, we inevitably create a continuous struggle.  If we accept the changes that need to take place, we can close the door to what once was and flourish in the here and now. 

How extreme do events have to become before we are willing to let go of the past?  How much abuse are we willing to take before we allow?

Have you given your best shot at repairing what once was?  Is there something more you can to improve the situation?  Answer these questions honestly then re-evaluate your situation.  Do so with a clear mind (not during a moment of despair).

Sometimes the answer may be quite clear and other times it may not be clear at all. 

When we have exhausted all avenues available, change (whether extreme or minimal) may be the only option.  Sometimes all that needs changing is our perspective.  Sometimes we have to change everything. 

Life can certainly be a roller coaster ride.  If the roller coaster is broken, repair it but if it is beyond repair, release your seatbelt and step out onto solid ground.  Sometimes stepping off the roller coaster ride is more frightening than the ride itself but if the roller coaster is broken you will be left suspended in mid-air. 

Find the ride that is functioning perfectly for you.  Buckle in and enjoy.  Let go of the bars, raise your hands and know that you are safe.  Enjoy your new ride with all of its twists and turns.  Letting go adds to the pleasure of the ride and having faith in the process (our safety belts) is all that we need. 

Life’s roller coaster can feel rickety at times and the ups and downs can be quite intense, but there are always other options.  We CAN choose the roller coasters we want to ride.

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ASTROLOGY CHART

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SUN’S RULER, ITS SIGN AND HOUSE

When deciphering a chart, it is important to take into consideration the Sun’s ruling planet, its sign and house position.  This planet will have considerable influence in the person’s life.  

If, for example, you have a Sun in Aquarius in the second house, you will have some Taurus links to your personality due to the second house location.  Knowing that Uranus is the ruler of Aquarius we can use its position in the natal chart to help further define the character traits.  If for example, you have Uranus in the eighth house, we would know that you search for the truth and want to get to the bottom of things.  You would be a “digger” in life and surface things might not hold much importance.  The occult might play a significant role as might a leaning towards sexual tendencies.  

Taking this further, if, for example, you have Mars in Scorpio or in Taurus this sexual expression would be enhanced even further.

Using another scenario, if, for example,you have a Cancer Sun that is found in the first house, we would know that you have Cancer tendencies but would also have Aries characteristics as part of your character makeup.  This would make you more aggressive in your pursuit of emotional expression and would probably enhance family concerns with a powerful urge to protect and take care of those in your family circle.  The Moon rules Cancer, so let’s say that you have the Moon in the sixth house.  The sixth house is naturally ruled by Virgo.  You would still be a caring and protective individual but you would analyze the situation very carefully, scrutinizing the conditions and looking for any flaws or discrepancies that might stand out or that might be beneath the surface.  You would carefully decipher the best approach to helping these family members not only from an emotional point of view but also through analytical observations.

This example does define the Moon and it positioning.  However, if the Moon was in Libra or Leo let’s say, we would have to take this into consideration as well.  Those with the Moon in Leo would have a strong need to have their emotional responses to life’s events recognized.  The Leo Moon individual would also place a lot of attention on assisting others, but would want to play a key role in this.  They may perhaps feel that they would know what is best for the family member they are assisting, although this may not be the case.  

Those with the Libra Moon might want emotional balance and fairness in their emotional expression.  They may constantly try to balance the needs of those around them as well as their own needs.  They would also try to keep things smooth and filtered without being abrasive or putting too much weight in one given area or the other.

As you can see, it is a complex study to analyze any given part in an Astrology chart.  If you can put these pieces all together, you will have a clear, concise and elaborate definition of the characteristics of any given individual. 

Although Astrology is very complex, with practice and patience, we are able to put the pieces together.  Much can be determined by following these deciphering techniques.

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REJUVENATE OUR FOCUS

In order to maintain a positive outlook throughout our journey, it can be necessary to realign our focus from time to time.  Sometimes we get a little lost in events (we feel as though they are a part of us) and forget that our concentrated focus forms our reality. 

We, humans, find it easy to get lost and become complacent.  Unintentionally, we go on automatic pilot and become absorbed and all consumed in events.  When the lessons get tough we can get lost in an attitude of “why me” and allow this less than ideal attitude to weigh us down.  We can forget that we are not what we experience and begin to own what is happening in our lives.  Thank goodness something eventually jolts us back into the moment and reminds us that our negative focus is actually exaggerating the lesson into stress and turmoil.

We have to remind ourselves that we are human when we find that we have somehow turned our “life” boat around and are paddling up stream against the current of life. 

Always be gentle with yourself and through a loving reminder turn that boat back around to flow downstream with the current.  The faster we recognize our “against the current” struggle (negative focus), the faster we can return to the natural flow of the current and re-centre ourselves and start to enjoy the ride again. 

If we can truly focus on what bring us happiness during these life lessons, we can at the very least ease the stress of these lessons.  Do not take life’s lessons personally.  They are not in place to punish us.

We are always capable of shifting our focus to anything that helps us to experience contentment.  Happiness is a choice.  We can learn to choose calm over stress.

The object of our focus does not have to be anything colossal.  As a matter of fact, it is usually the small simple pleasures of life that help to uplift us.   As we are well aware, focusing on negativity only brews sadness, fear and anxiety.

If we have allowed ourselves to slip back into a more negativity outlook for an extended time or if this is a new concept for us, it can certainly take some work to learn not to identify with these energies.  It can be difficult to even recognize in the beginning, but with constant mental reminders and a gentle but concentrated effort, it does get much easier. 

Eventually a focus on negativity will become effortlessly recognizable.  Your vibration (energy) changes as you regain your positive momentum and life will feel as though it is lifting.  It will feel much lighter and easier. 

It may take some time for these effects to be noticeable as much depends on how long we have been drawn into negative drama and how studious we are at practicing this shift.  Little by little, we notice the subtle changes and our lives will begin to feel and look much more promising. 

Do not give in to the challenging conditions in life.  See them for what they are.  Acknowledge them and let them go.  You do not have to own them.  View them simply as lessons that lead you to great growth and development. 

We can never forget our focus.  By being aware of our focus, we take control of our journey and our attitude towards it.

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DETERMINING THE STRENGTHS IN AN ASTROLOGY CHART

Although the Sun is often considered to be the determining factor in planetary strength in an Astrology chart, it is important to take into consideration any emphasis within the natal chart as well.  

For example, someone with a Capricorn Sun, although very much an achieving sign, could be an individual that is introverted and subject to challenging conditions when releasing emotion.  Because emotion is represented by the Moon in our charts, much of course as far as emotions are concerned will depend on the Moon’s positioning and sign emphasis within the natal chart.

Continuing with the example of the Sun in Capricorn, let’s say that this individual has a rising sign of Leo.  Leo, as we all know, is not submissive or introverted.  Leo individuals will speak their mind; they will want control and can be very aggressive when pursuing their objectives.  Anything Leo represents is far from quiet or reserved unlike a Capricorn individual.  This Leo influence will change the expression of our example individual with a Capricorn Sun.  

Continuing, let’s say that this individual has five planets in the fifth house, which is naturally ruled by the sign Leo.  This placement of the five planets will now intensify an already outspoken and extroverted individual (even though they have Sun in Capricorn).  The five planet placement again softens the Capricorn influence at least with respect to being subdued and introverted.

The need for recognition and an extreme need to achieve will now become a primary focus of this individual in our example.  They will work exceedingly hard to make a name for themselves and stop at nothing to reach their goals.  This individual would now be seen as aggressive in their pursuits, while the Capricorn without the added emphasis of Leo would slowly (and perhaps behind the scenes) work towards a similar objective.  Leo’s influence adds to the flavour of this Capricorn Sun individual.  This would be particularly true if for example they had the Sun (inner self, core identity), Mars (energy and drive, passion and action) and let’s say Mercury (mind’s focus and thought process) in this fifth house position.  

Now put the North Node (life’s purpose) and perhaps Jupiter (expansion and grow) in this house as well and we now have a very strong emphasis of Leo influence in this chart.  

It would be somewhat different if Saturn (Karma, restrictions, life lessons) was placed here or Neptune (illusion, inspiration, psychic development).  

It is imperative to decipher and expand on what the whole chart is saying.  Always take into consideration the planets and their positioning and any emphasis as well.

In deciphering the story a chart is telling, it is also important to take into consideration the number of aspects to any one planet.  A planet with many aspects to it can play a central role in determining planetary strength; however, if all these aspects had a wide orb, they may still have an impact although certainly not have the same powerful they would have if they were in tight aspect.  The type of aspect also changes the strength of the influence being made.

In deciphering the story, it is also important to see how many planets fall into each element and quality.  When calculating, using the Sun and Moon we give two points to each, the rest of the planets we give one point, the Ascendant and Midheaven also count as one point each and the Nodes each have half a point.  

I, personally, do not use the asteroids or the part of fortune when calculating points for influence, although they certainly have their part in the overall story of the chart.  

If you have a total of 6 points or greater in any given element (air, water, fire and earth) or quality (cardinal, fixed, mutable), this will signify an emphasis in the element and quality.  For example if you have 7 points in Cardinal and 6 points in water, the water cardinal sign which is Cancer would be emphasized and could be a determining factor when deciphering the chart for strength.

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PUSH FORWARD

In the face of adversity, push forward; When in doubt, push forward; When you feel safe, push forward, When you are worried about failure, push forward; When you are told by everyone that you will never make it, push forward; If the road ahead looks impassible, push forward; If the path ahead looks easy, push forward; If you are worried about the final outcome, push forward; If you think you might have made a wrong decision, study the route options, then push forward; If you are at wits end, take a breath and push forward; If you feel you are at the mercy of life, push through it and push forward; Under all conditions, push forward!

I could keep going but suffice to say that the only roadblocks, the only thing holding you back is your decision not to push forward.  Build your confidence, set your sights and push forward.

You are stronger than you think.  Push yourself forward. 

KNOW that you can do this.  KNOW that you can conquer anything, big or small. 

PUSH FORWARD!

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