Ang Stoic Astrological Reports

[onawah]

Pathways to the Reconstruction: THE WEEK AHEAD – Nov 9-15
https://angstoic.com/2020/11/pathways-to-the-reconstruction-the-week-ahead-nov-9-15/?utm_medium=email&utm_source=getresponse&utm_content=Pathways+to+the+Reconstruction%3A+THE+WEEK+AHEAD+%E2%80%93+Nov+9-15&utm_campaign=Ang+Stoic+Free+Newsletter

To care, to be fair, to be humble. When a man cares he is unafraid. When he is fair he leaves enough for others. When he is humble he can grow. ~ Lao Tzu

"Well, the US election came but, as it appears, is not exactly gone. As the harshly critical Saturn/Pluto conjunction now prepares to be joined by the judicious Jupiter, the level of fanaticism around the deconstruction of our systems of governance, law, religiosity and moral certitude is only increasing.
The lingering confusion and uncertainty were predictable, in that Neptune’s square to the Nodes continues to remain a strong backdrop until the aspect becomes partile on Jan 27, 2021. Inclinations to cheat, deceive and exploit become pervasive. Public sensitivity, weakness and chances of infection remain high, and with Uranus forming a semisquare, anti-social elements continue to undermine the fabric of our reality systems throughout this year.

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This week, the Scorpio Sun continues to intensify the need for change and Monday’s Venus opposition to Mars only exaggerates the irritability, tension and dissatisfaction we feel towards our neighbours, partners, lovers and, well… just about everyone with whom we attempt to relate. Passions swing violently from high to low and, in a heartbeat, tempers run hot and cold during nearly every liaison where we harp upon our differences.

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Mars is now in the last moments of his retrograde, which only intensifies his feverish temperament. The fiery war-god turns direct at 15°♈14′ on Friday. There is still much resentment and regret for not having acted, at least appropriately. Both Mars and Venus are in their respective domicile signs – a mutually dignified opposition not seen since in these signs since Sep 1941. Between the sexes, we see disputes over basic differences, disagreements over finances and financial power. There is a convenient unwillingness to see eye to eye on the most fundamental issues, even though they might seem obvious. Even sex itself becomes an issue, with each side unable to see how unhappiness and discontent are caused through lack of ability to establish any true closeness and intimacy.
The Sun’s trine to Neptune lends enough intuitive ability and emotional empathy to allow an ability to feel into one another’s need to be understood. However, with the now-direct Mercury still squaring Saturn, let’s not expect the dialogue to be very fluid and agreeable. Mostly, there is a lot of criticism and discrimination, particularly when we align our argument to thoughts and ideologies that are focusing on the little things that make us different, rather than what unites us.

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Jupiter’s ultra-rare triple conjunction to Pluto and Pallas Athena (Thursday) confers an unprecedented determination to achieve goals that will bring about improvement for issues to do with social justice and greater public order. However, as with all conjunctions, these agendas can appear extremely one-sided and often are subjectively exclusive, depending on who is leading the brigade for social justice and reformation. Champions for reform are on the rise, but they create as much criticism and disdain as they summon support to ‘correct’ imbalances.

What is certain, among all the confusion and excitability, both in our relationships and politics, is that things are far from being stable, settled and on a path towards any form of ‘social order’ that any of us are familiar with. The universe seems set to divide us into greater social intersections affecting our social and political identities (e.g., gender, caste, sex, race, class, sexuality, religion, disability, physical appearance, age height, etc.) conspiring to create modes of utmost discrimination and privilege. This polarisation seems necessary before any attempts for mediation can begin to take place.

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As Pluto continues to square Eris, we are headed towards epochal crossroads into 2021. The new Jupiter/Saturn cycle, which starts at 00°♒29′ on Dec 21, begins to identify how interlocking systems of social and judicial power affect those who feel most marginalised in our communities and society at large. Powerful transits, such as those of Saturn squaring Uranus will take these relationships into account when working to promote social and political equity. The subjective ambiguity of this matter, however, means that the premise of our current society will be perceived as random and chaotic, lacking a clear set of defining purposes. Strife and discord reach epidemic proportions when we focus on subjective experiences to determine our relative social standings. This leads to heavy contradictions and an irreconcilable inability to identify the true common causes of inequity and oppression. Many of these are endemic to our past traumas and historical traditions based on race, religion, gender etc. which, left unaddressed, only ignite tensions to the point of civil conflict and disorder.

For the time being, we are advised to examine how we participate, knowingly or otherwise, in each other’s oppression and, when we are called on it, to avoid echoing others’ anger with our own. This only blankets the substance of our exchange with heated overreactions. This not only wastes energy, but under the currently pressing transiting forces, it becomes very difficult to stand still and to listen to another’s voice – one which delineates an agony which we ourselves may not share, or one to which we ourselves may have contributed.

The underlying theme here, intensified by Pluto’s final years in Capricorn (2008-24) is centred on the destruction (or deconstruction) of the patriarchy, the same patriarchy that oppresses women, people of colour, children, the aged, and in fact, all nonhuman animals. Our agri-cultured societies continue to exploit the industrialised farming of animals, housewives, unskilled labour markets and those unfortunate beings caught up in the sex trade – all victims that have been too long exploited by the same patriarchal hierarchy in which the relatively weak are being unfairly used and abused for the benefit of the powerful. This toxicity has to change, but it is unlikely to happen under the current systems of patriarchal rule. Hence, we start to see under the current grip of a worldwide pandemic, that the collapse of all old hierarchical socioeconomic systems is inevitable.

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Sunday’s New Moon at 23°18′ Scorpio, with its aspects to the Jupiter/Pluto/Eris phenomenon, produces the necessary pressure to reset our intentions to really do something that precipitates deep, meaningful and irrevocable change. It is evident that the critical events of this period will affect each of us in very specific areas.

Blessings, and may you have an amazing week xx"

[onawah]

SCORPIO NEW MOON: A cosmic call to action
https://app.getresponse.com/view.html?x=a62b&m=gQkTV&mc=It&s=s4iNwR&u=Ghhv4&z=EGhYQLi&

"We, the humans...

We are living in extraordinary times. We are blessed with extraordinary insights, never before available to ordinary human beings. As the MOON now enters Scorpio, she is in the approaching stages to forming her synodic lunation to the Scorpio Sun. This marks an important time to make a whole new start.

Scorpio, ruled by Mars and Pluto, connects us to our deepest emotional stirrings - the essence of our survival instincts and the soul's inner struggle for existence in a world often filled with torment and nasty afflictions. The Scorpio Lunation ignites the fighting spirit, the power to triumph over adversity and the ravages of our mortality. It imbues us with the will and intention to make necessary changes that will assist us to maintain our precious position in life.

It is only through the application of our inner power - our innate tenacity and determination to succeed against past traumas and the pain and suffering we carry in our soul-memory that we begin to truly heal. Our cultural and family histories - memories and tales of the most anguished and terrifying experiences, along with tantalising glimpses of the most exhilarating and orgasmic instances in life, drive us to make a passionate, fearless, perhaps radical attempt to improve ourselves and the surrounding world. Something happens in our lives (see your horoscope) that acts as a catalyst to drive our efforts for success and prosperity into a whole other dimension of experience and understanding.

This lunation is a call to action.

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Assisted by the indomitable forces of the rare JUPITER/PLUTO/PALLAS triple conjunction in Capricorn, this aspect bestows us with the determination to achieve goals that will bring about improvement for both the self and others. There is an intense concentration to draw upon the power and inspiration of elevated planes of consciousness, blessing us with the capacity for spiritual regeneration and the leadership qualities necessary to channel constructive forces in times of crisis. Deeply mystical, supernatural forces aid us with a penetrating insight into the motives and actions of people in society.

The cumulative astrological qualities indicated by this lunation assist those who dare to step up to take executive or administrative roles in making things happen on a global scale. As we are aware, we are nearing the end of a period of civilisation collapse.

This is not news.

Over the recent decade, those who are sensitive and wise enough to see without bias have been suffering through the various stages of grief, knowing that past systems and models have not served us in maintaining any true economical or ecological sustainability over our world. It seems inaccurate, by any means, to extrapolate that because we’ve made progress in the past according to the old linear models that we’re guaranteed to make future progress.

Those antiquated systems of economic modelling are failing us and our entire predicament (global climate extremes, ecological disasters, pandemic diseases, etc) are darkening the human experience. Unless we address the mutation of industrial capitalism into the technocratic monster that it is becoming - where media-distortion of truth, cybercrime, predatory lending, financial fraud; bribery (in the form of lobbying), gross political corruption and racketeering; bio-weapons, soul-destroying drugs, and human trafficking and enslavement will become the corrosive elements that will accelerate the collapse of civilisation as we know it, faster than we can possibly imagine.

As I have said before, we are OUT of time. We have transcended the linear time model. We have entered the quantum field, and we know little about how to master present-tense models, let alone harness our inherent sense of responsibility to experience ourselves as supernatural and eternal beings.

Our current societies (and their economies) are powered by a toxic, non-renewable, and irreplaceable energy source - fossil fuel. We know, from history and from studying the astrological auspices of Pluto cycles that it takes, on average, around 250 years for civilisations to decline and fall. According to the rise of the industrial age, whose inception was around the time of the American formation of the United States, this 250-year cycle is in its final stages. Civilisations built on this model of liberal capitalism are circling around the sinkhole and whether we want to admit this or not matters little.

Many of you reading this are already mindful that your energy investment - the intention placed by your heart and mind, where coherent, manifests into your experience of reality. Many of you know how and where to engage and focus your powerful soul-intention to achieve a grounded and steady sense of purpose and certainty about why you are here.

Yes, the world is changing rapidly, and through your capacity to see the past clearly - the pain and suffering that you and your brothers and sisters have endured, the trauma that riddles through every cell in our body, that the healing of this lies in our capacity to step off Saturn's linear-time model and leap into the quantum field. This is only possible through the Chirotic tools and disciplines of yoga, techniques of meditation, spiritual healing, clairvoyance (clear vision), and prophecy. The purity and accuracy of these abilities and perceptions will, of course, depend on whether you have reached the stage of awareness that drives you to make the catalytic changes.

On this Scorpio New Moon, come to the present tense. Here, you will immediately sense the hive of human consciousness ready to meet you in your quest to overcome the fear-based darkness of the past. Be fearless that, in shedding your skin and all your past attachments, your spirit is ready to dive into the eternal now. Be resolute and strong that, whatever happens, you have the inner power to make extraordinary achievements. You have within you everything you need to make your life experience one that transitions easily into the new world, whatever that may look like...

As usual, I have provided these empowering readings and intentions as an intensive guide to our cosmic journey. Blessings, xx "

[TomKat]

JUPITER closes in on SATURN
https://angstoic.com/2020/10/jupiter-closes-in-on-saturn/

"JUPITER now closes in on SATURN at the final degrees of Capricorn. By Dec 21, 2020 the two giants will conjunct in the first degree of Aquarius, marking the 200-year end to a series of 20-yr cycles that commenced in earth signs.

The carnival is over.

The earth is spent. Humanity’s capacity to identify everything by its physical properties, appropriate its benefit purely by materialistic means and to construct a paradigm of reality that is almost completely secular has created a world almost entirely forlorn of any emotional, intellectual or spiritual values. We see how humans have gradually stripped-mined the earth and seven seas of all its available wealth; built nations on the backs of slave-labour and immigrants; exploited the resources of undeveloped nations; used animals and fossilised minerals for fuel, all driven by a gluttonous theory which glorified the ‘more-for-me/less-for you’ ideologies of liberal capitalism.

Hope you enjoyed yourselves. The earth is now all but bare, super-dry, the ice caps are melting and the entire surface is crawling with humans who haven’t a clue how to save themselves. At the end of this epic epoch, we have all been gently corralled into a holding pen, where our ultimate fate will soon be decided by those masters of the 3D-reality who hold governance over all of the materials – real or hyperinflated. These “Lords-of-the-matter” are none other than the rulers of our physical domain, who understand that all of this will soon mean nothing unless it is managed using a different paradigm – one which aims to secure its control by turning its focus to harnessing the intellectual output of all those whose ideas are deemed worthy in the new age.

Join me tomorrow on the cosmic bus [see link for details] as we discuss the current state of humanity’s transition into the ‘New Age’; the TAURUS FULL MOON’s conjunction to URANUS (Oct 31), and the last American ‘election’ (Nov 3), as we prepare ourselves to enter a lighter, more expedient way of living (or come crashing down to earth with a tremendous thump)."

Been seeing a lot of preaching on Avalon of late!

[onawah]

Ang Stoic does get a bit preachy at times. but he's living in Australia where the lockdown has been quite draconian, so I think it's understandable.
I appreciate that he doesn't try to gloss things over, and at other times he's quite funny and light-hearted.

[Lunesoleil]

"We, the humans...

We are living in extraordinary times. We are blessed with extraordinary insights, never before available to ordinary human beings. As the MOON now enters Scorpio, she is in the approaching stages to forming her synodic lunation to the Scorpio Sun. This marks an important time to make a whole new start.


This crossing of the Sun in Scorpio often brings depth to our lives, I have often noticed it in my personal life.
The special side in 2020 is that his master Mars was in the retro phase and today in his stationary phase from November 4 to 24 at 15 ° in the sign of Aries.
Can we talk about our failed acts?
It is not because a planet comes back live that life returns as before. What needs to be understood is this particular moment in the position of Mars now.
An invitation to meditate before deciding, or to accept critical reactions towards oneself and others.
In Mars, there are Scorpio and Aries, two staggered signs, aspect of 150 °, aspect of service and healing, because we have so badly needed to free ourselves from these deprivations for a few months. It is important to carry out this interior work ...

:wizard:

[onawah]

THE WEEK AHEAD: The Question of Meaninglessness – Nov 16-22
https://angstoic.com/2020/11/the-week-ahead-the-question-of-meaninglessness-nov-16-22/

"After a two-month period of being routed back to the mid-degrees of Aries, Mars is now finally direct again, hedging his efforts into staging a ‘come-back’. That’s right, the impish god of action and punch-ons is picking up some pace again, but it won’t be until the end of this year (22-23 Dec) that he finally takes charge, urging us to do the things we probably should have done a while ago.

Will it be too late?

With Neptune squaring the Nodes, we cannot turn back the tides of change.

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By Christmas, Jupiter and Saturn will have formed their epochal ‘Grand Conjunction’ at 00°♒29′ Aquarius. Seriously – any contrived action could become far more difficult, especially since Mars entering Taurus (Jan 2021) becomes severely debilitated. This year’s already been a little emasculating, to say the least. By next year Mars could well feel like he’s been completely neutered. This is why we can only expect the unexpected, the raging bullies and the mad cows when Mars finally connects with Uranus (Jan. 20).

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For now, we see Mars’ counterpart, Venus, being challenged herself in efforts to restore some balance and peace in her world. This week’s squares to Jupiter, Pluto and dignified Saturn in Capricorn, as well as an opposition to Eris only highlights where we might have compromised our personal interests – sold ourselves short either out of fear, duty or for the pleasure of her majesty or state – the higher powers that be. Nevertheless, if there’s a sense that we have sold out, then how the hell do you buy yourself back in?

These next few weeks will be like no other. The intensity increases in a world obviously cast into chaotic discord and mayhem as Jupiter sits squarely on the next instalment of an approaching Pluto-Eris square – a harsh, supernatural condition that presses us all into an “adapt or die” state of emergency. And whether our egos permit it or not, we are cracking slowly into little tiny pieces.

It’s hard to admit, but hey… we are undoubtedly locked into the final stages of civilisation decline – not merely for our extreme adherence to our cultural and sociopolitical divisions, not just under the grips of an unrelenting worldwide pandemic, but because of our fixations to an economic model powered on toxic, non-renewable, and irreplaceable energy sources – fossil fuels.

Whilst this uniquely rich energy supply has benefited our industrial complexes, made ‘gods’ of its clever proprietors and direct beneficiaries during this relatively short, meteoric rise of an unprecedented boom, the nasty downside is a drastic, unremitting bust. The Saturn/Pluto conjunction in Capricorn has exposed to us the grave dysfunctions of living in megacities, globalised production, industrial agriculture, and a human labour force that’s specialised to feed almost 8 billion people. Without the power of fossil fuels, this economic model is thoroughly unsustainable.

As the dignified Venus squares up against this Jupiter (growth, inflation)/ Pluto (wealth, power)/ Saturn (control, structure, limitation) we see an almost futile attempt to satisfy our most carnal desires and passions. We come to realise that no matter where we invest our interests, affections and tastes, we are certain to come up against the harsh and bitter forces of futility and destruction. Yes, this utter despair and social suffocation is a necessary prelude to a more felicitous reconstruction.
By the time he enters Sagittarius at the end of this week, the Scorpio Sun would have shown us that we are facing a full-scale deconstruction of our flimsy ego-attachments and obsessions. Here, we sense that there is no other way but to let go of trying to enrich or empower ourselves by trying to cling onto our toxic deadwood.

The once abundant, easily exploited oilfields and coal mines of the past are mostly all consumed, or consuming. While our scientists tell us that there are indeed other energy alternatives, these are by no means reliable replacements to supply the bountiful energy outputs that fossil fuels can provide. Modern humanity’s complex, expansive, high-speed improvements of the past 100 years owes its brief life expectancy to this one-time, rapidly dwindling energy bonanza.

Whilst we experienced an unprecedented boom in global population and wealth accumulation, these have grown exponentially since 1920s, and we are now headed for a raft of global economic crises which not only appear to be unmanageable but their damaging physical effects on the planet’s health and hope for future prosperity appear irreversible.

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Venus and Mars’ squares to the Capricorn stellium hence show us that the relationships we valued and the way we asserted ourselves to protect and sustain them are in no way coherent to what we hoped to gain in our short visit here as spiritual beings.

It’s evolution, and 2020 heralds the critical stop, take-stock-of-everything of-any-true-value and change-or-die moment. Whilst many may talk about a ‘total reset’, like there is somebody (some human or organisation) that is possibly behind it, the great reset is most likely imposed upon us by greater cosmic forces whose massive empire-building cycles have now run their course.

We can dream and delude ourselves into all kinds of cognitive dissonance and foolish fantasies of “making things great again”, but this is essentially half the problem in dealing with this collapse of complex empires. The other half of the problem is, of course, that many of us are inclined to spiral into panic, fear and complete terror, from which we are plagued in trying desperately to inflict some burden and blame upon one another, thanks to our dogma, our limited knowledge, half-baked beliefs and unremitting judgements.

This week, the Sun moves into Sagittarius, opening our eyes to the immutable laws of our supernatural existence. We also start to come to terms with those more exorbitant claims and insupportable ‘truths’ – the very fabric that so far has somehow managed to weave our flimsy understanding of reality into some ego-pacifying sense of ‘purpose’. This means that we are about to find out how ‘right’ we are, or not. As profitable industries start to dry up due to seismic breaks in our economic supply chains, surviving businesses will be compelled to turn a profit by consuming the social assets that they once created. Society will need to cannibalise itself in order to stay in business.

Similarly, our own personal investments and the effort we make to profit from these interests, be they the people we love, our jobs, real estate titles and other materialistic demands start to slide, as does their capacity to satisfy our socially-defined sense of self-worth and economic security.

Those who are prudent and wise enough to not depend on the biosphere for their sustenance and well-being may note that capitalist consumerism has depleted about half the planet’s wild animals in just the last 50 years. Scientists also estimate that half of all remaining species could be extinct by the end of this century (at this rate). What scientists do not tell us is how the human population will fare through dramatic shifts in the overall climate-change and continued rising temperatures.

Over the next month, we must face the awful truth: that intersecting challenges like climate chaos, rampant species extinction, food supply and freshwater scarcity, poverty, extreme social inequality, as well as the rise of frequency and severity of global pandemics add to the rapidly disintegrating foundations of our existing socioeconomic structures.

An aggrieved and heavily frustrated Mars wants to strike back in frantic, desperate ways. We sense a wave of anger and despair in how our fractious and fractured political systems have made any attempt to mount a cooperative fightback nearly impossible. The more desperate this dog-eat-dog system of economic interdependencies becomes, the greater the danger that hostile oligarchs and autocratic rulers manipulate us into low ideologies of isolationism and nationalism, and rally us to wage war over scarce natural resources.

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Understanding the monumental challenges facing us all of us is critical here. This will seem exceedingly difficult but ever more pressing as we head into a South Node Total Solar Eclipse (Dec 14) and its preceding Lunar Eclipse (Nov 30).

As usual, under eclipses, we are forced to question and redefine our identities, our values, affiliations and loyalties to one another. Do we see ourselves as kind, compassionate human beings, struggling earnestly to raise our families, embolden our communities so we can somehow coexist without squabbling over things we don’t need? Or is our primary urge to defend our domestic and national boundaries at any cost to our neighbours. Are we still trying to preserve selfish and cultural identities, ideologies and religions without a clue as to what these mean to us any more?

Our future is posed with massive questions, not absolute answers. As we are seeing in many nations, as in the current post-election dissonance in the USA, we grimly stand to become hopelessly divided along national, cultural, racial, gender, religious, or party lines.

The final consequence of this great global implosion is still hard to predict. Pluto remains in Capricorn till 2024. We have, in all of this dramatic collapse, a range of choices in how we (as a species) overcome denial and despair, kick our addiction to fossil fuels and nature’s species and somehow pull ourselves together quickly enough to break the cycle of dependency of corporate power over our lives.

Can we introduce a system of genuine democracy, harness renewable energy, reintegrate our communities into something resembling respect and value of individual integrity, re-discover forgotten skills and sacred rites, heal wounds that we’ve inflicted on the Earth and its indigenous tribes? Or will our ignorance, fear and prejudice turn us into antagonistic savages, scrambling over the dwindling reserves of a degraded planet?

The stakes in the Pluto/Eris race could not be higher.

Blessings for now"

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[onawah]

NEPTUNE square the NODES
https://angstoic.com/2020/11/neptune-square-the-nodal-axis/

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"Seriously now, I shouldn’t get too excited about things settling down and “returning back to normal”. For a start, we are all currently under NEPTUNE’s narcotic spell as he stations squarely across the NODAL AXIS for the next 6-8 weeks.

Yeah, we’re all high as a kite; dizzy in the haze. And let’s be honest, when was the last time anyone said anything to you that made any freakin’ sense? Someone whose words you could trust? Something you didn’t have to fact-check to the point of bitter disappointment?

We are all under one giant, hypnotic hoax. Not sure who’s playing it (maybe you?) but if I didn’t know better I too would feel obliged to just dozily play along, shut down my little shop, crawl up into my room and roll up into a mental-health sadball; literally hibernate for a couple of months.

Sure, call it your civil duty, peer-group pressure; morbid anxiety or just reverential fear of the powers that be. Me? I just call it bull-****. I ain’t forgetting that for most of 2019, month after month there, the Cap MOON passed multiple OCCULTATIONS, obscuring the same malefic bastards that, since January this year, tightened the vice-grip of total control over this whole planet and made men do things that still make me shake my head in utter dismay and disbelief.

Yeah, believe nothing.
PALLAS/JUPITER/PLUTO/SATURN now are bundled up near the end of Capricorn. Now that’s what I call a conspiracy.

On Dec 21, JUPITER/SATURN come together at 00°♒29′, and even if I wasn’t an astrologer, just a dude who was even a little tuned in, I would still be certain that the whole damned ****show was gonna collapse into a worldwide pandemonium of a whole nuther dimension.

Don’t listen to me.
But do listen.
Listen to your wild, rebellious heart.
How much more of this falafel do you think you can chew?
#WagTheDogma "

[onawah]

Spirit of Humility
11/17/20
https://angstoic.com/2020/11/the-spirit-of-humility/

"Humility is not subservience. It is not a willingness to obey. It is an openness to learning, self-understanding and to change.

Humility can only happen when you and I reach the highest self-respect, that respect which comes with true self-knowledge and acceptance.

Self-knowledge reminds us that we are part of the whole, a spoke in a wheel.

*TIP: Look to your Sun sign & house position, as well as the benefits and challenges of aspecting planets for clues…
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We cannot be everything, nor are we just nothing. We are most distinctly something… a someone. Only in our humility can we create a self-understanding that keeps us in balance. If we are not attached to our ‘good aspects’ or ‘weakening ones, we can deal with both.

When we express ourselves with love (from our Solar/Heart centre), we cultivate our most positive qualities and these increase when we find ways to serve others. Through our attention and honesty in expressing what makes us shine, our weaknesses diminish.

Spirit of humility is our greatest strength. It prevents our Solar power from falling into the abyss of arrogance and self-complacency. Humility helps to alert us to the range of available experiences, which may range from being deceived, deluded or falling into despair or catastrophe, to the possibility of creating the most remarkable miracles.

Humility is the essence of self-respect. If you can be humble, you are never afraid of being vulnerable and fearing of loss or humiliation. Humility brings certainty without dogma."

[Lunesoleil]

"Seriously now, I shouldn’t get too excited about things settling down and “returning back to normal”. For a start, we are all currently under NEPTUNE’s narcotic spell as he stations squarely across the NODAL AXIS for the next 6-8 weeks.


Note that Mars will remain, due to its slowness in the semi-sextile of Neptune, a 30 ° aspect that many astrologers very often ignore, because it is not always identified on the map and this aspect will last until mid-December.
This influence is characteristic of a mysterious plane that enters the realm of our reality. Many revelations, it was to be expected, which emerge and indirectly to the documentary Holdp-up in France. According to another video on Odysee titled "Failure of the New World Order 1280 720), the sequel to the previous one, should we be back to normal life within a fortnight?
If Neptune hadn't been supported by semi-sextile to Mars, I think the majority of people would have been ignorant and afraid of the vaccine?

https://odysee.com/@JasperMader:9/Echec_NOM:5?fbclid=IwAR2xVQC23vm4NdCLKxpLyhgJGX_TzydKRT-xY6qAi2zqWlErs8WBh2-57GY

Sorry the video is in French, a letter would have been sent to Trump and other personalities.
You can see the official documents

[onawah]

CAPRICORN MOON pass over Jupiter/Pluto/Saturn
https://angstoic.com/2020/11/capricorn-moon-pass-over-jupiter-pluto-saturn/

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"The events of the next 24 hours will be especially telling. As I posted yesterday, I really think that we’re letting ourselves be had. The Capricorn moon’s pass over the ♃/♇/♄ stellium leaves us nothing to get excited about. Its purpose is to humble or deny us of our basic human needs.

Probably a necessary downer, since most tend to mistake inadequacy and subservience for humility anyways. Aptly, I haven’t any language that could adequately depict the weakness of their spirit ☹️

A classic Australian poem from the 1930s Great Depression comes to mind tho’…

There’s no work in Bourke,
No lucre in Echuca,
Found **** all down at Blackall,
And things are crook in Tallarook,
Got a feed at the Tweed,
No feedin’ down at Eden,
Everything’s wrong in Wollongong,
Might find a berth out there in Perth,
Got the arse at Bulli Pass,
Landed in jail at Innisfail. "

[Lunesoleil]

CAPRICORN MOON pass over Jupiter/Pluto/Saturn

Since the month of May the axis of the lunar nodes has changed signs and from Cancer / Capricorn the masters Moon / Saturn, has passed into the axis Gemini / Sagittarius, the masters Mercury / Jupiter and it is the latter that it will take hunt down. If we change the Zodiac from tropical to sidereal, we actually return to the Cancer / Capricorn and Moon / Saturn axis. At this level, it is a question of knowledge, conscience and choice of personal reflection. On another level, the passage of the Moon on Pluto / Jupiter / Saturn and also Pallas can exceed our understanding or accessibility to information of the elites of this world, those who hold political power in their hands. It is of the highest authority at this level, but is it really important for the running of the world ?, this is the question that must be asked ... Our level of evolution today is in the mutable cross: Gemini / Virgo / Sagittarius / Pisces and concerns BigPharma, the sphere of health, ... I talk about it in my last article on the Lunesoleil news blog

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:Avalon:

[onawah]

The Pains of Metamorphosis: THE WEEK AHEAD – Nov 23-29
https://angstoic.com/2020/11/the-pains-of-metamorphosis-the-week-ahead-nov-23-29/?utm_medium=email&utm_source=getresponse&utm_content=The+Pains+of+Metamorphosis%3A+THE+WEEK+AHEAD+%E2%80%93+Nov+23-29&utm_campaign=Ang+Stoic+Free+Newsletter

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"You would think the Sun’s ingress into Sagittarius might beckon a sorely welcome boost to our spirits after a year of depressing news and sordid disappointments. After an intense and strange kind of month, where everything just kept getting so gunky and uncertain, you would think that she Sadge Sun might deliver some relief and the good news we’ve been longing for.

You might think…

Not to put a dampener on spirits, but let’s remember that Sagittarius is ruled by Jupiter who, since Dec 3, 2019, has been ‘under a bad sign’ in Capricorn. Here, ruler Saturn, teaming with Pluto (also in Capricorn) has crippled, admonished and besieged the Great Benefic’s tendencies to excess and extravagance and hence seems to have placed us all under the tightest set of restraints.

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Not saying that there won’t be any optimism and mirth leading up to the festive season, but many who have never lived under the mercies of an authoritarian parent or a tyrannical regime simply cannot imagine what it’s like to suffer long-term periods of pressure, deprivation and austerity. Those who are used to the administration of tight screws and a bit of heavy stick may feel right at home during this period. To you, all the draconian rules and measures cast upon Jupiter and Sadge by the Saturn/Pluto effect may feel like it’s ‘business as usual’, and it was about time the human race pulled its ridiculously overstretched neck back into its shell and took a damned good look at itself.

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Indeed, this is a time of great alchemy, and nothing turns from putrid muck to lustrous diamond without suffering periods of prolonged and unrelenting pressure, from every angle. Those who respond to this oppressive, disciplining force without cracking will come to shine but, as time shows, many will crumble and decay under the strain, for not all muck has the constitution to transform into precious gems and, for that matter, not everyone appreciates what the alchemists among us are trying to do.

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As the Sagittarian Sun heads for the Elysian Fields of the transiting South Node, the Moon lines up to receive her fourth (and final lunar) eclipse of 2020 in the first decanate of Gemini 08°♊38′, (Nov 30). This lunation bookends what has been an intense journey for humanity since the Cancer Lunar Eclipse of Jan 11, which saw jovial Jupiter at the (then Capricorn) SN, lifting the lid on Pandora’s box and unleashing all great and unexpected troubles upon humankind.

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Hope is the only good god remaining among mankind;
the others have left and gone to Olympus.
Trust, a mighty god has gone, Restraint has gone from men,
and the Graces, my friend, have abandoned the earth.
Men’s judicial oaths are no longer to be trusted, nor does anyone
revere the immortal gods; the race of pious men has perished and
men no longer recognize the rules of conduct or acts of piety.
~ Theognis of Megara

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Neptune, currently stationing to turn direct at 18°♓10′, now applies his dizzying square to the nodal axis (exact Jan 21), adding a sensitising, weakening effect to the mix. Of course, nothing seems certain, and you may get the creepy feeling that your connectedness to others is drifting away through feeling unfairly judged, misunderstood or wrongly victimised. Neptune is hovering over the Saturn/Uranus midpoint (exact Dec 8), a picture which only confirms the subtle or masked efforts to erode traditional infrastructure or customary social functions. These surreptitious underminings of our structural foundations actually do more damage than we might imagine, and many may be inclined to resign themselves to the inevitable dissolution of the old social fabric with the abandonment of resistance, drowning themselves into the oblivion of escapism, nonsense and nostalgia as their medicine.

Few will see this as the moment to relinquish all that is absurd and meaningless and rise to the next level of transcendental consciousness. Venus, now debilitated in unappeasable Scorpio, sesquisquares Neptune (Tuesday), and the results of overspending and overindulgence creep up slowly to a sudden awareness of serious financial debt. The effects of disruptive schedules and irregular employment create an irregular flow of money and resources so that it becomes impossible to plan or budget in any sensible manner.

Vague responses to proposals of affection only produce wildly unstable emotional reactions and as Venus Opposes Uranus (Friday), the desire for any kind of erotic or exotic experiences, without considera­tion for the consequences produces compulsive wastefulness, foolish overspending and dire relationship breakdowns. Any sudden romances break up as suddenly as they start, leaving chaos and confusion in their wake. Often the cause for our disorder and chaos is an emotional wilfulness which will not follow the dictates of our own consciences, let alone helpful advice from others.

Heading into next Monday’s Eclipse, we might observe how strong opinions, blindly-held beliefs and overwhelmingly powerful desires drive us toward an erratic, sometimes disastrous course, especially where intimate or domestic relationships are concerned. Our unyielding demand for economic independence and personal freedom at any cost generates catastrophic effects, making it impos­sible to adjust to the mutual responsibilities that marriage, partnerships, and friendships require.

Socially, our inability to establish any mobility or to exercise any accustomed financial liberties in the greater world not only sullens our spirits and dours consumer confidence but brings economic systems to the brink of collapse. Though we are in no way ready to make sudden and sweeping economic changes, these may be forced upon us by the prevailing forces of innovation and technology and their leading proponents, who I’m sure are ready to capitalise on the effects of our current needs and limitations.

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One thing to keep in mind this week – that our inability to truly connect to one another without causing chaos and disenchantment is likely to have real people with loving hearts about-face turn and give up on us (or us on them), making loneliness and estrangement a genuine possibility, at least in the short-term. Seeking mere gratification to our every desire for pleasure is not only desperate, meaningless and empty, but our compulsions to it lead us astray in our evolutionary journey towards knowing ourselves through the mirror of relationship.

Many blessings, and have an amazing week xx "

[onawah]

Transitions into the New Age
https://angstoic.com/2020/11/transitions-into-the-new-age/
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"In times of extremities, where transformation and death take place, morality quickly goes out the window for it is sadly a luxury of the privileged few who get to outline guidelines and laws of ‘virtuous’ behaviour to the rest, who are easily swayed. After the event horizon, which we astrologers predict as post-Dec 21, 2020, there is a new morality on the rise.

As we can see, there is currently no arbitrary moral code that is absolutely right, often even within our own households. We take extremely different views and we are at the point where we refuse to argue our differences any more – we simply choose to either walk out or shut out.

For instance, as we transition into the new age, arguably in the final days of some two millennia of Pisces, we see how we are moving away from seeing suffering, the pain of others, as a condition deeply rooted in religious thinking. Our religious faiths or moral codes, which linked pain and suffering to sacrifice, where ‘sacrifice’ was deemed to be the highest order of human virtues, is now made redundant by the modern view and sensibility which regards suffering as a massive problem that must be fixed, cured, stamped out immediately… like it’s a massive social fail.

In the Aquarian Age, to be limping, blind, poor, diseased, overworked, hurting, both physically and emotionally, will be seen as a mistake, an accident or a crime by humanity against itself. Any symptom of suffering (and its cause) will be something of a concern, to be refused, solved, fixed, quickly normalised…

How do you envisage the new age? Utopian or dystopian?"

[onawah]

South Node Eclipses: The collapse of righteousness and the building of pathways of reconstruction.
Nov 28, 2020
https://app.getresponse.com/view.html?x=a62b&m=gZDiy&mc=It&s=s4iNwR&u=Ghhv4&z=Eyrazc8&

"Greetings Fellow Travellers,

November’s lunar eclipse and the solar eclipse of next month produce a fitting anticlimax to the year that will always somehow be remembered as one of the most critical in our lifetimes. So far, the harsh turn of terribly restrictive events has all but destroyed the old systems, structures, customs and traditions of our societies. It is arguable that many things are still holding together out there because of the combined obstinance of our human egos & willpower mixed with the integrity of the human spirit.

One way or another, our race will survive. However, under the current transits, it is unlikely that the existing structure of society is going to endure the present crises (economical, environmental, demographic, sociopolitical and cultural) which beset its fall.

The capacity of our global economy, for instance – a structure consisting of many intricately networked components – to hold it together under such tremendous strain, including its own overinflated weight, without breaking or disintegrating entirely, will test whether its organisation is truly capable of performing its designed function – not during reasonable use, but now under the most severe test.

Of course, we are not just talking about the coronavirus pandemic – that seed of discord which ravaged everything from the Olympic Games to the US election this year. It appears that we still fail to acknowledge that at the root of all this disruption is a system of consumerism which is slowly eating away the very physical fabric which sustains this planet, causing enormously irrevocable effects to our climate and ecosystems and leading us all to catastrophic economic failure, which can only result in harm to our health and well-being, corruption, death, and material losses.

Those of you who are awake enough to see through the thin veneer of day-to-day matters are witnessing the fall of complex human societies, characterised by the decline of our distinct cultural identity and of socioeconomic complexity such as the imminent failure of government, and a rise of unprecedented violence.

These are no longer mere astrological predictions but our ‘new reality’. In the possible event horizon of a global economic collapse, natural catastrophe, wars, disease & pestilence, famine, starvation and depopulation, our collapsed societies may either revert to a more primitive state, be absorbed into a stronger society, or become completely wiped altogether due to unsustainable conditions.

I am not trying to scare you. Those of you following my work over the years understand that there is a sense of realism in the spirit of what I am trying to convey through my interpretations of the language of the stars.

The above delineations are the dire evolutionary warnings of the Pluto/Eris square (2020-21), made manifest when Saturn formed his conjunction to Pluto on January 11 this year, during that phenomenal Lunar Eclipse alignment.

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For us, our evolutionary purpose is strongly guided by the LunarNodes, which from Nov 2018 – May 2020 regressed through Cancer/Capricorn. The Capricorn South Node lunation urged us to let go of our obsession with money, social status, control over everything, celebrity and prestige, materialistic pursuits and to stop clinging onto baggage and deadwood. The Cancer North Node was a call to reconnect to feelings and sensitivities, family, community and nature; focus on new growth and develop totally new emotional response patterns. The eclipses of this period brought home this message, and few (yes, few) heeded the call.

From May 5, 2020, the Lunar Nodes shifted into the Gemini/Sagittarius axis and until Jan 19, 2022, punctuated by a series of eclipses, will also outline the potent evolutionary theme of our times.

At the Sagittarius South Node, we are being called to let go of our wild, restless and unbridled human spirit and step up to our more civilised side so that we may become better functioning members of society. Of course, this is not easy for many of us, since we are accustomed to societies which are clearly on the decline and on the verge of collapse. We are used to being able to move around as we please, expressing our opinions and assumptions freely – as if they are gospel, truth, law. We practise peculiarly destructive rituals and engage in outrageously gluttonous business practices, follow sports with a mad religious fervour. Our strong, self-righteous attitudes do not allow us to judge others fairly, and worst of all, we are given to lives of excess and waste, often shirking our responsibilities to society and nature itself.

The Gemini North Node pulls us to become more mindful of our place in society. We need to work on our cooperation, sociability and tact with those around us – our brothers & sisters, our neighbours, the people we communicate with daily. We must learn what the world may look like through the eyes of others, stepping outside of our religiously-held dogmatic views and listening to others’ point of view, especially if we are failing to be understood.

As we understand, this period comes amidst epochal changes in the social structures of the entire planet, as indicated by other significant planetary transits of 2020-2021 such as the Grand Conjunction of Jupiter/Saturn (Dec, 21, 2020). As we witness the collapse of physical structures and an old economy based on industrial capitalism, all hope to preserve society shifts its emphasis on the networking of words, language, information, facts and data. Unless we learn to be more diplomatically respectful to the thoughts and ideas of others, we may struggle to survive under the newly emerging order.

We are evolving to become higher messengers of the light, and as such we must develop better systems of exchange and trade, more fluid and expedient pathways of travel, faster and more reliable networks of communication, richer and more fulfilling dialogue in our debates and arguments. In a short space, we must raise the quality of our own diagnostic and intellectual systems, allowing infinite access to all the wisdom and abundance stored throughout this world in the hearts and minds of one another, as we continue our quest for truth, purpose and meaning.

This next eclipse, the Penumbral Lunar Eclipse at 08°38′ Gemini, is indeed a critical moment. We know one thing about eclipses: they hurl tremendous curveballs in our way that often topple any expectations, pressing us to deal with things we did not anticipate.

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As a bookend to that first eclipse of 2020, this fourth (and final) lunar eclipse of the year indicates the need to look at our situation clearly and understand the dire urgency to let go of needing to be ‘absolutely right’. The hard-aspect connection of this lunation to the Jupiter/Pluto square to Eris/Mars drives the lunar node message home: When we insist that we are right, it is assumed that others must be wrong. There can be no peace in this premise. History shows us one thing – that there has never been a war which wasn’t fought between two individuals or two tribes of people who each were absolutely certain that they were in the right.

When we refuse to listen to the thoughts and ideas of others; to see things from their perspective, we think and act because we feel it is without question the right thing to do. This is what makes this period in our own history so damned dangerous. This lunar eclipse, and the South Node Total Solar Eclipse that follows, triggers us to make a critical choice. We can be ‘right’ or we can be ‘kind’. One of these involves shutting down our big presumptuous egos, opening the lines of communication and listening to others.

We are looking to hear not absolute truth but a more purified version of the truth. We are not absolute beings but the becoming of our utmost highest selves. Our evolutionary process is not yet finished. It is going on. We are not yet what we aspire to be. Through better listening to one another, we are growing toward becoming the ultimate being. By clearing the pathways of miscommunication between us, we make the road towards a healthier new society possible, avoiding hardship, pestilence and war.

I thank you all for your loving and faithful support to this work and wish you many blessings xx"

[onawah]

Mid-Eclipse Slump
https://angstoic.com/2020/12/mid-eclipse-slump/
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"Oh, was you going somewhere with all that baggage??
Between eclipses is when the tic-toc-tic-toc-tic-toc happens. Something is brewing in the winds and you just know it’s the incubation period for massive seismic shifts but do you dare to take a risk and move (this way or that) sensing that any move you make now could result in a major unforeseen mistake?

Meh… maybe you need a few hair-raising curveballs hurled your way. How else you gonna let go of that baggage?
NEPTUNE square the NODES

Seriously now, I shouldn’t get too excited about things settling down and “returning back to normal”. For a start, we are all currently under NEPTUNE’s narcotic spell as he stations squarely across the NODAL AXIS for the next 6-8 weeks."

[Lunesoleil]

Seriously now, I shouldn’t get too excited about things settling down and “returning back to normal”. For a start, we are all currently under NEPTUNE’s narcotic spell as he stations squarely across the NODAL AXIS for the next 6-8 weeks."

And Mars makes the bridge, he holds out a pole to go from one bank to the other with confidence and courage. I see this period under a mystical air by the semi-sextile of Mars and Neptune. A period of artistic inspiration or even intuitions. Something magical. Often in this period what happens we did not expect, Mars makes possible what would not be with Neptune, there is a compromise, which will not be done in the sense that you would have imagined ...

:angel:

[onawah]

The Bitter Winds of Change: THE WEEK AHEAD – Dec 07-13
https://angstoic.com/2020/12/the-bitter-winds-of-change-the-week-ahead-dec-07-13/
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"It’s now December and the icy, Aquarian winds of change are already upon us. Whilst much of humanity seems prepped for the big transition, falling diligently into the Capricornian line, the sheer force of how dramatically our collective consciousness has altered over the past 12 months as Jupiter and Saturn danced with Pluto has left many of us reeling.

Many have noted that the Jupiter/Saturn conjunction of Dec 21, the tightest since 1623 (<0.1°), will appear in the skies as one bright ornament, like “the Christmas Star” of 0007BC which was fabled to lead the 3 wise Magi to the birth of baby Jesus.

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Here are the main transits of the week ahead:

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This week, the Sagittarian Sun sees us continue to consciously shoot arrows in the skies – mere projections as to what we intend to do. As the Sun approaches the South Node, we see ob­stacles thrown in our way, making it difficult to even see our objective, let alone land one of those arrows on any target of our intention. There’s lots of big talk, promise and hyperbolic speculation, but with a total eclipse on the South Node only a week away, it’s hard to take anything as even remotely believable, even if it is put across like prophesy or gospel. Many preachy charlatans and media press agents are having a field day, spinning woo with the official narrative.

Nothing seems to temper the moral superiority of those who insist that the Jupiter/Saturn conjunction is nothing less than a return of “The Christmas Star'”. Yet, those religious/spiritual/conspiracy nuts conveniently ignore that every progress in human history – from the spread of technology and innovation, literacy and science to freedom of speech and the abolition of slavery has had to, at some point, meet the disapproval that it ‘went against God’s will’.

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Squares to Neptune lead us into a week where self-deception and delusions of righteousness inflate some egos into believing they are the embodiment of a ‘second coming’. Others, sensing change in the air are getting excited, spinning incredible stories – often an uncon­scious projection for importance. With Mercury also in the South Node mix, there is much delusion and magical thinking. The propensity to be given to escapist means such as booze, drugs, Netflix and sheer festive-season sentimentality to offset the negative effects of this square is great.

We may dance with fantasy and nostalgia all we like, but there’s cold comfort in the politics, religions and mental escapisms of yesteryear when we now know, in our hearts, that there’s no going back to something that wasn’t convincingly all that we dreamed it to be. In reality, it was one giant illusion – a figment of our collective imaginations at best.

The road ahead is now filled with a heightened sense of anticipation for the progressive new Aquarian age, made somewhat hazy and uncertain by the Neptunian fog which lies across the Nodes. The SN eclipse not only warns that our wildest beliefs, ventures and intentions stand themselves to be overshadowed, but, as we shall see, it is our egotism that often carries us to the point of unnecessary and foolish extremes.

Down here on the ground, we must bear in mind that MARS is STILL in ARIES, where he has been for just over five months and will remain for another two. That’s the irregular phenomenon of his retrogrades. Mars usually changes signs about every 2 months, but during retrogrades, what is effectively our iron poker can stay in one sign for up to 7 months.

Transiting through Aries (CARDINAL/FIRE) this poker turns white-hot. The last time Mars spent this long in his domicile sign was during the second half of 1988. In that occasion, his retrograde took him back out of Aries and, for a week at the end of October, he dipped his rod into cooling Pisces. Also that year, Mars squared Neptune (in Capricorn) opposing Chiron (in Cancer) 3 times. You may live to remember that period, but I bet that it bears little corollary to the way tempers and defensive behaviours are flaring up now.

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In the past 5 months, Mars has suffered two super-chastising squares against Saturn, Jupiter and Pluto in Capricorn. Seeing this as a conspiracy to forcibly limit, silence, contain or eliminate him, or at least muzzle his freedom to be his enterprising self, our little warrior has been seething ‘white-hot’ with frustration, busting to break loose.

We know that anger. Mars, in any sense, dislikes being restrained and disciplined with a heavy, righteous hand. He despises any circumstance or notion which suggests that he may lose the fight. That anger, intensified and turned inward after turning retrograde in September, then turning direct three weeks ago, is bristling to unleash.

Mars is now again picking up speed, heading directly to conjunct his sister Eris – the snubbed, neglected goddess of strife who has herself been at odds with Pluto. These two are in an epic duel throughout 2020-21 – an evolutionary complex which began in Sadge in 1756 and ends in Taurus in 2116 – a cycle of 360 years. The official last-quarter marks the “survive or die” phase of any game. The two outermost forces – both invisible to any consciousness – one seeking total power by psychologically possessing everything he can cloak under his insidious designs, the other – not wanting to be ignored – throws terribly diabolical discord and dissent into the fray.

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Something supranatural is occurring here because since Jupiter and Saturn first entered their earth-sign ‘minima’ at the dawn of the industrial age, many species of life form have physically disappeared off this earth. As far as we know, extinction is forever. Those indigenous species, who made their adaptive mark upon this earth over millions of years of evolution are now decidedly gone, forever, just like your great-great-grandma and her mama before that. But is the spirit of those now long-departed from this plane thoroughly expunged, or does it still hover about in the ethers, trying to subconsciously warn us and somehow affect the course and manner of our thinking?

Humankind has much to learn. Yes, we have become arrogantly certain that we are somehow the highest form of intelligence on this planet. Our seemingly blind force and determination to shape and determine the fate of not just others but entire tribes, species and their habitats has created some serious real-time problems for us, including these current pandemics, climate catastrophes and interspecies/interracial wars we see currently brewing. Are we not one team with one collective vision? Just what do we think we are?

The South Node eclipse, with its conjunction to Mercury, trine Mars/Eris, square to Neptune and semi-sextile to Pluto has a powerful message to share with us all.

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Blessings, and may you have an amazing week xx "

[onawah]

Monday’s TOTAL ECLIPSE
12/9/20
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"As Monday’s TOTAL ECLIPSE approaches, a reminder to stay mindful that your greatest intentions, most ambitious projections on how to carry on ‘believing’ in this turbulent world stand to be interceded by an unexpected force or an unforeseen turn of events.

This is an “eclipse” – something capricious and whimsical (like the moon) overshadows your conscious (solar) intent.

That said, now you know what to expect.

We are at the dawn of a new era, a moment in linear time when we experience the epiphany that our propensity to believe in myth, absurdity and fiction have been manipulated, ever so subtly over the generations to convince us that committing atrocities upon one another’s nature is somewhat acceptable. As such, our laws, religions and political persuasions have led us to piously commit crimes against nature herself.

We are about to enter a period of shocking revelations, discoveries and breakthroughs. These will demolish and obliterate most of the nonsense of our past. It is time to look at the universe (both inner and outer) with an open mind. No claim (however serious) may go without supporting evidence, no book (however holy) may be considered as the literal truth, and no fallible human mind may be considered ‘righteous’ and beyond question.

Remain sceptical. Believe nothing. Our sacred quest is only meaningful in our intrepid questioning of everything we see and hear. The truth lies in your question, not their answer."

[onawah]

Some very interesting astrological info being shared here starting about 40 minutes in:
oQgAwaefiC8

[onawah]

DARK MOON CRANK
12/10/20
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=oQgAwaefiC8
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"In the dark-moon phase leading up to this South Node Eclipse, with Luna in dreaded Scorpio, emotions don’t get much darker. It’s like that spell of intense premonition one gets before uncovering the truth about what they had suspected all along.

One wonders what secret resentments, concealed love affairs and shifty, shady deals lurk there, in Pandora’s little box. Do you dare to lift the lid? Do you even care…?

If you can resist the temptation to ‘go there’, just let the crap sit and fester undisturbed; if you can trust instead on your own resourcefulness; your ability to see the value in things that you (and others) may have overlooked; hold faith that no matter what comes up tomorrow, you can turn this thing/ person/ feeling around to be its very best for you… then you, my friend, are mighty beyond means."

[Lunesoleil]

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"In the dark-moon phase leading up to this South Node Eclipse, with Luna in dreaded Scorpio, emotions don’t get much darker. It’s like that spell of intense premonition one gets before uncovering the truth about what they had suspected all along.

Today the Moon is in conjunction Venus, regardless of the sign which is only an astrological protocol and in conjunction Juno the asteroid and the Queen of the sky, I continue HERE (http://projectavalon.net/forum4/showthread.php?113008-The-Moon-in-all-these-states)

I can know your level in astrology and for how long have you been practicing astrology?

About the four goddesses, I have published many articles on the subject with Ceres (1), Pallas (2), Juno (3) and Vesta (4), which were the first four asteroids to have been discovered by astronomers in early 19th century

The four goddesses (http://translate.google.com/translate?hl=en&sl=fr&tl=en&u=https%3A%2F%2Flunesoleil23.wordpress.com%2Fles-quatre-deesses%2F&sandbox=1)

:Avalon:

[onawah]

Starting at about 35 minutes in here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=oQgAwaefiC8&t=2459s
...the whistleblowers begin talking about the SCOTUS decision from yesterday and Trump's hazardous "warp drive" vaccine schedule, and then at 39 minutes, goes into current astrological info which, if accurate, seems quite important, and could be relevant to the political news. .
Tim says that on Monday 12/14/20, when the electors vote on the 2020 POTUS election, there will also be a meteor shower and a comet approaching Earth, a full solar eclipse, and from the 14th to the 21st there will be a conjunction of Jupiter and Saturn, (known historically as the "Christmas Star" which only occurs every 800 years).
Then Tim goes on to say that that conjunction was predicted by an astrologer (who also predicted Biden's apparent win) to auger a huge change in the ruling of the US.
( I think they were wondering if that could mean that Trump could still win, but of course, it could mean a lot of things. )
Lunesoleil, as an astrologer, would you like to comment?
( I am not an astrologer, BTW, but I post Ang Stoic's info here just because I resonate with a lot of it.)






"In the dark-moon phase leading up to this South Node Eclipse, with Luna in dreaded Scorpio, emotions don’t get much darker. It’s like that spell of intense premonition one gets before uncovering the truth about what they had suspected all along.

Today the Moon is in conjunction Venus, regardless of the sign which is only an astrological protocol and in conjunction Juno the asteroid and the Queen of the sky, I continue HERE (http://projectavalon.net/forum4/showthread.php?113008-The-Moon-in-all-these-states)

I can know your level in astrology and for how long have you been practicing astrology?

About the four goddesses, I have published many articles on the subject with Ceres (1), Pallas (2), Juno (3) and Vesta (4), which were the first four asteroids to have been discovered by astronomers in early 19th century

The four goddesses (http://translate.google.com/translate?hl=en&sl=fr&tl=en&u=https%3A%2F%2Flunesoleil23.wordpress.com%2Fles-quatre-deesses%2F&sandbox=1)

:Avalon:

[Lunesoleil]

Lunesoleil, as an astrologer, would you like to comment?
( I am not an astrologer, BTW, but I post Ang Stoic's info here just because I resonate with a lot of it.)

Thank you for the invitation, I had published an article on the proximity of an asteroid of the Aten group on my blog. Very curious in his displacement which is not usual. It is quite regular this kind of approach to the earth.
I cannot comment on this video which is in English, there is no translator in French, so sorry I cannot bounce back on the comments

The videos I share in English are for Avalon members since I am on a forum that is mostly expressed in English, and all links in French are transmitted in an English translation

An asteroid close to earth at the time of the lunar eclipse / full moon of November 30 (http://translate.google.com/translate?hl=en&sl=fr&tl=en&u=%20https%3A%2F%2Flunesoleil23.wordpress.com%2F2020%2F11%2F26%2Fun-asteroide-proche-de-la-terre-au-moment-de-leclipse-lunaire-pleine-lune-du-30-novembre%2F&sandbox=1)


I did a search on google, I found the comet Borisov passed very close to the Sun

Borisov, an interstellar visitor “close” to the sun (http://translate.google.com/translate?hl=en&sl=fr&tl=en&u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.courrierinternational.com%2Farticle%2Fastronomie-borisov-un-visiteur-interstellaire-tout-proche-du-soleil%23%3A~%3Atext%3DVers%252014h30%2520ce%2520dimanche%25208%2Cen%2520%25C3%25A9moi%2520la%2520co mmunaut%25C3%25A9%2520scientifique.)
I notice the article is from 2019, so I found nothing

Good night it's time in France :bearhug:

[onawah]

Spectacularly Rare Star to Enlighten the Sky on the Darkest Day of the Year
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"A magnificent star is set to dazzle the night sky as astronomers prepare for a very rare event On December 21, a bright object will appear towards the southwestern horizon in the early evening hours. Astronomers have dubbed the astronomical event as the Christmas Star. "

The last time Jupiter and Saturn were this close together was 1226 AD.

16IlvOOH4lU

[onawah]

Propelling into Quantum Consciousness - The 2020 Season Finale
12/13/20
https://app.getresponse.com/view.html?x=a62b&m=gpZUb&mc=It&s=s4iNwR&u=Ghhv4&z=E9gHGN0&

"Greetings Fellow Travellers,

In a year chock-full of epic astrological markers, the 2020 season finale packs a portentous punch in its penultimate and ultimate weekly episodes. Here, we have nothing less than

a Total Eclipse (mag=1.025) (Monday),

Chiron turning direct (Tuesday),

the epochal ingresses of Saturn (Thu) and Jupiter (Saturday) into Aquarius followed by their Grand Conjunction on the Solstice (Mon, 21st)

a Superior Sun/Mercury conjunction on the Galactic Centre (Sunday)

Mars conjunct Eris (Tue 22nd)

https://m.gr-cdn-9.com/getresponse-Ghhv4/photos/e15a7f8d-e496-4e59-a66c-c2f78bf6cf3e.png

Even to the regular, unassuming eye, things have seemed a little ominous this year. Ordinary, humble ‘day-to-day’ folk may continue to bumble around one another, trying to get on with life among all the vexing new obstacles. Meanwhile, we ‘supernatural’ watchers, who claim to be at least a little spiritually awake, have been buzzing with all kinds of excitement. We are convinced that we are living in extraordinary times… we feel blessed, but also a little nervous about what might happen.

Only we have the power to entertain the extent of the current weirdness, knowing full well that this is no mere accident, that this shift is divine and above all, we are now beyond the point of return to any semblance of past, linear paradigms. We have our firm beliefs, our prophecies and visions about where humanity is heading, which comes out of us with fullness and with need; with a sense of sovereignty and humility; of righteousness and contrition; from a place of both immeasurable power and a cry for help.

Boy, are we in for it.

Yes, we are in for it, because one thing’s for certain – the combined disruptive force of our Great Chronocrators (timekeepers) Jupiter & Saturn meeting at the entrance of Aquarius – the most unorthodox of constellations, means that humanity is due for a long, protracted spell of cascading revolutions, be they political, biological, economical, ideological, technological etc. With their fallen Uranus squaring from Taurus, 2021 is going to deliver a wave of heavy systemic disruptions and economic uncertainties which indeed nobody can possibly be prepared for.

It’s not a ‘bad’ thing… in fact, we need to watch that we don’t pass our moral judgements here.

As we prepare to jettison into a ‘reality’ in which multiple timelines seem to diverge into myriad pathways, each propelling us into the abstract fields of quantum consciousness, we acknowledge, too, how important it will be to try to find our ‘group’. As life on earth is about to undertake a full-scale war between the light and shade, where angels will battle it out with automaton robots and life (on several levels) begins to reflect the mythical science-fiction fantasies of man and his 250-odd year infatuation with machine, we will see all the moral/ethical dilemmas that we stand to face, for now, and 'til forever. The lords of infotech and biotech will compete to see who’ll be the first to successfully implement the greatest god-like algorithm to relieve humanity (and this whole planet) of the burdens placed upon this earth when we fell out of grace with ‘God’ and slumped into our senseless stupor and addiction to attachments and temptations.

I must sound pretty crazy too, right? If you’re reading this for the first time, I would have lost you somewhere in the first paragraph. I can explain, but unfortunately, that would extend beyond the confines of this article/newsletter. We are undoubtedly living in a time when time itself becomes meaningless, and that has largely been the premise of my work for many years now. This is the purpose of the ‘cosmic bus’ and my extended weekly writings to my tribe – where I am addressing a field of consciousness that understands we are no longer bound by linear constraints of time and space and to you, I’m happy to say that we continue our discussion tomorrow. See you all then.

Blessings "

[onawah]

The Grand Conjunction of Jupiter/Saturn
12/16/20

https://m.gr-cdn-9.com/getresponse-Ghhv4/photos/4f8969a5-ac4a-4f4a-a20b-b9612b5e0a88.pnghttps://app.getresponse.com/view.html?x=a62b&m=gNS4N&mc=It&s=s4iNwR&u=Ghhv4&z=E9JOBtA&

"Greetings Fellow Travellers,

Get set to leap into a whole new dimension.

Yeah, serious. Our perception of ‘reality’ as we once knew it, at least for those of us who study these things with any degree of earnestness, will never be quite the same.

All throughout history and from culture to culture, these notions of ‘reality’, which exist only in our intersubjective human perceptions, have been known to rise and fall with periodic rhythm. These are depicted in the prevailing trends and themes of our times and we, as astrologers, aim to understand the essence of the inherent quality and flavour, as well as the relative duration of these ‘periods of time’, or ‘cycles of reality’.


Astrological cycles help us to see how a particular archetypal concept unfolds from its seed potential, through a series of phases, to its fullest blossoming and fruition, then returning back through a process of maturation, withering and decay into its seed form again. Of all these cycles, the Grand Conjunction of Jupiter/Saturn is the great marker of time itself – a cycle whose ebb and flow over its 20-year span most accurately captures the essence of mundane or worldly affairs, as defined by that period.


Only two days after Jupiter (19th) follows Saturn (17th) into Aquarius, we will experience, with our naked eyes, the rare phenomenon of these two planets uniting as one in the western skies at the first degree of Aquarius (00°29′). The social and personal implications and astrological projections of this epochal shift into a whole new Medium (Air element) are rich and varied.


Symbolically, we might expect that the switch to the Air Family would shift the secular concentration from material to intellectual. The transition from the Earth Family’s symbology, where administration, organisation, and doctrine evolve towards a more equanimous distribution of well-being.

Aquarian symbolism is everywhere, from progressive ideologies to great technological leaps in the more high-speed sharing of information, wonderful advances in biotechnologies, more intuitive networking and humanity’s big dash at creating a more egalitarian, utopian vision for every member of tomorrow’s society. However, we are seeing tremendous drawbacks from those who are still clinging to the spoils of earthly, physical and materialistic rewards. Our attachments are hard to let go of, and whilst I’d like to say that none of those things will matter by the time Jupiter and Saturn repeat their next conjunction in Aquarius (2080), like everything else Aquarian, it’s cold comfort.

The gritty, short-term details of how this transition will unfold for us, particularly the moral and ethical concerns around an almost pervasive emergence of brave new biotech, infotech and a growing sophistication in the algorithms of Artificial Intelligence are beyond the scope of this newsletter. "
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SATURN ENTERS AQUARIUS
https://angstoic.com/2020/12/saturn-enters-aquarius/
12/17/20

"In a couple of hours, Saturn leaves Capricorn and enters Aquarius (just like he did March-June earlier this year). The future ‘normal’ is here, but with Saturn, our vision of it can be rather bleak if it is cloaked with fear and not blessed with responsibility.

Aquarius represents independence, ingenuity and individuality, while Saturn is the face of authoritarianism and restriction. It’s possible that over the next couple of years, in the efforts to impose a blanket, one-rule-for-all, impartial, universal law – one which is based on impersonal and scientific structures, that your own, personal independence may somehow feel limited or constrained in some way, your freedom somehow hampered by the authorities.

Fear of losing our liberties makes us particularly irritable and defensive about our rights. Some of us will swing into hardcore rebellion against any efforts to restrict our movement or muzzle our freedom of speech, even against what may otherwise be fair and equitable laws and civil responsibilities.

Others will hone in on anyone who is “different,” and try to isolate them lest they cause chaos and rebellion in the ranks. Our fears here essentially come from holding fixed views and rigid ideas on how the world should be, and it is this rigidity and reticence to let go of expired ideologies and allow even small upgrades into our daily programs that create intolerance and stagnation.

Freedom has to come with some degree of responsibility here and without understanding the source of our fear, our hope for an illustriously inventive social utopia can quickly turn into a dark, dystopian drama.[…more on this, as Jupiter also enters Aquarius (soon)]**Orwell, Mozart, Dali, Polanski, Yoko, Crowley, Charles Manson, Louis XIV (Sun King), Henry XII, Carl Jung all had Saturn in Aquarius…"

[Journeyman]

Freedom has to come with some degree of responsibility here and without understanding the source of our fear, our hope for an illustriously inventive social utopia can quickly turn into a dark, dystopian drama.[…more on this, as Jupiter also enters Aquarius (soon)]**Orwell, Mozart, Dali, Polanski, Yoko, Crowley, Charles Manson, Louis XIV (Sun King), Henry XII, Carl Jung all had Saturn in Aquarius…"


Quite a collection there. At least the grim dystopia will be accompanied by great music, as long as Mozart is in charge rather than Yoko... :P

[Eva2]

On December 21, 2020 for 45 minutes after sunset, the Star of Bethlehem (Saturn/Jupiter conjunction) will shine for the first time since 1226. On PST time that will be from 2:45 to 5:00 p.m.

[onawah]

The GREAT CONJUNCTION of Jupiter/Saturn at 00°29′ Aquarius
12/21/20
https://angstoic.com/2020/12/the-return-of-the-christmas-star-jupiter-saturn-conjunction-at-0029-aquarius/

"Get set to leap into a whole new dimension.

In their tightest conjunction since 1623, Jupiter and Saturn – the farthest planets visible to the naked eye will appear to combine as a single ‘star’ over towards the western night sky, at their peak on Dec 21, 2020. Separated by a mere one-tenth of a degree, or 6.1 arc minutes, this stellar phenomenon will be akin to the biblical “Christmas Star”, seen during the year 7BC in the constellation of Pisces.

https://media.swncdn.com/cms/CW/faith/36013-wise-men-2-1200.1200w.tn.webp

Occurring approximately once every 20 years, the conjunction of these planets is a rare lifetime event. It marks the commencement of an important cycle of temporal experiences. Jupiter symbolises how we get along with others; Saturn signifies restriction in some way. Hence, their conjunction suggests a critical turning point in our lives, one where we develop new perspectives on how we can reach out to relate to others with respect to the conditional influences of our times. Although the potency of the conjunction is relatively strongest for the few weeks leading up to the event, the socio-political effects of its day often set the flavour for the journey ahead.

Due to their 20-year frequency, we may be lucky to have observed the conjunction of such cycles on only three or four occasions during our lifetime. Why does today’s conjunction of Jupiter and Saturn in the first degree of Aquarius signify a most dramatic shift for all humans alive today?

THE GREAT CHRONOCRATORS:
There are many different synodic cycles formed between our Sun, Moon and planets. In western astrology, each cycle represents a distinct principle of life, each spanning its own unique rhythmic time patterns. Hence, we might define any specific cycle as depicting a progressive unfoldment of some idea or unity which essentially subsists outside of time.

Astrological cycles help us to see how a particular archetypal concept unfolds from its seed potential, through a series of phases to its fullest blossoming and fruition, and then back, returning through a process of maturation, withering and decay into its seed form again.

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Of all these cycles, the Grand Conjunction of Jupiter/Saturn is the great marker of time itself – a cycle whose ebb and flow over its 20-year span most accurately captures the essence of mundane or worldly affairs, as defined by that period.

Humans rule the world because only we, as a species, are able to construct an interconnection of meaning: a web of laws, forces, entities and places that exist not only in our common imagination but indeed under a definitive banner, flag, logo, church, etc. This collective understanding that entities exist allows humans alone to form governments and corporations, appoint rulers and presidents, establish institutes and constitutions, organise crusades, socialist revolutions and human rights movements.

All throughout history and from culture to culture these notions of ‘reality’, which exist only in our intersubjective human perceptions, have been known to rise and fall with periodic rhythm. These are depicted in the prevailing trends and themes of our ‘times’ and we, as astrologers, aim to understand their inherent quality and flavour, as well as their relative duration of these ‘periods of time’, or ‘cycles of reality’.

Since 20 years is also a reasonable dividing marker between one human generation and another, we are able to draw distinct comparisons in how one generation’s ‘reality’ differs in flavour from the next. The collective existential perceptions in the average adult in the 1920’s, for instance, differs considerably from those of the average adult in the 1940’s, 60’s, 80’s, and so on…

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Hence, the Great Cycles of these two planets have always been a reliable reference to the sociopolitical and scientific status of their times. As the great chronocrators, or timekeepers, Jupiter and Saturn become rulers of the Ages and together they mark the interaction between the perception of ideas, ethics, probabilities and possibilities (Jupiter) and their manifestation in the concrete trends – language, architecture, infrastructure, science, etc of the prevailing concerns of the material world (Saturn).

CYCLES OF HISTORY:
The Jupiter/Saturn cycle has always been considered of greatest importance by astrologers in terms of shaping the course of our history:

Each 20-year span, known as a Minima, and appears to mark out a distinct pattern of development, typically symbolic to the sign, degree and aspects of other planets to its conjunction.
Each Minima belongs to a greater family, called a Media, which spends approximately 240 years (10-12 cycles) in any one element.
These Mediums cycle sequentially through the four elements (Fire, Earth, Air, Water) to complete a full Maxima through the Zodiac, lasting approximately 960 years.
The last Maxima in Air began at 12°03′ Libra in 1186 AD, although it was intercepted by a Minima in Taurus in 1206 before officially commencing the Air Media at 02°♒58′ in 1226 AD. This brings us to full cycle.

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AUGURIES OF GREAT CHANGE:
The Great Conjunction of 2020 follows the conjunctions of Saturn and Pluto (Jan 13, 2020) then Jupiter and Pluto (Apr, Jul, Nov 2020).

It is observed that when several outer-planet conjunctions occur close to one another, there is a likelihood that we will enter a period of crises as if too many ideas or concepts are undergoing a fundamental death and rebirth simultaneously. When multiple conjunctions occur, the plot in humanity’s greater narrative thickens. Even seemingly minor events take on a global significance.

The Saturn/Pluto conjunction has a great deal to do with the crushing and emerging entities (nations, corporations, etc), authoritarianism and very deep cultural transformations, purification, purgations, cleansings and resurrections. In some respect, it relates to the deconstruction, decolonisation and the re-development of cultural structures. The Jupiter/Pluto relates to growth in international power through fierce ambitiousness, the exploitation of global crises – be they on the material, emotional, ideological and spiritual level, and the rise of plutocratic and political power. [*Ebertin]

Thanks to Pluto, there are several massive, yet hidden or obscured variables currently acting to transform the stability of earth’s structures at this point ie. global pandemic, political unrest, looming ecological disasters due to climate change, oligarchic threats of nuclear war, AI automation of jobs and economies, etc. Each of these, on its own, holds quite a massive influence over the course of our future ‘reality’.

Even to the untrained observer, but one who is able to see the ‘big-picture’ transitions, it is apparently obvious that humanity is currently on the cusp of an epochal shift into a whole new intersubjective order. Not only the existing structure of our societies is falling away but the means and methods by which it once all held together via its customs, laws, social agreements and cultural mores are about to swing shift into a whole new realm of experience.

The Shift into Air
The transition of the conjunction from one Media element to another is known as a Grand Mutation. The mutation conjunction has always been considered to be of particular importance, marking a major shift in the emphasis and orientation in the world. However, the full transition from one to the next generally takes around 5 cycles (appx 100 years) to fully complete.

The last great mutation of July 1802, when the Media moved from Fire into Earth signs, is often related to the development of materialism and humanity’s increasing need to master over the planet’s corporeal resources, physical territories and capital wealth.

The shift to Air first occurred from December 31, 1980, to July 24, 1981, in early Libra, around the inauguration of Ronald Reagan as president of the USA and Margaret Thatcher as prime minister of the UK, both air signs.

Symbolically, we might expect that the switch to the Air Family would shift the secular concentration from material to intellectual. In the transition from the Earth Family’s symbology, administration, organisation, and doctrine evolve towards a more equanimous distribution of well-being. The emphasis shifts from an accumulation of material wealth, functionality and status, to living together in ideological harmony, sharing of ideas and inventions, resources, information, thus escaping from the anchors of physical or geographical stratification, or, indeed, arguing over whose idea of peace is the correct one to adopt.

As we have seen, with May 2000’s intercepting Great Conjunction in Taurus (fixed/earth), the transition to new world order is gradual and carries hangovers from the previous Media. There is still so much agony and terror on our planet. The Grand Mutation tendency to take five more cycles may not become completely settled within the Air Family until the year 2080. The evolution from the generational grips of trending religions, philosophies, and academic learning (Jupiter) becomes the paralysing fears of the symbol of time itself, the rigidity of tradition, and the tenets of authoritarianism and administrative dogma (Saturn). We witnessed it in the years 2000, 1981, 1961, 1940-41, 1921, and as far back as anyone here can remember (and, quite possibly beyond).

The Shift to Aquarius
On Dec 21, 2020, only two days after Jupiter (19th) follows Saturn (17th) into Aquarius, we will experience, with our naked eyes, the rare phenomenon of these two planets uniting as one in the western skies at the first degree of Aquarius (00°♒29′). The social and personal implications and astrological projections of this epochal shift into a whole new Medium are rich and varied. Aquarian symbolism is everywhere, from progressive ideologies to great technological leaps in both the more high-speed sharing of information and wonderful advances biotechnologies, more intuitive networking and humanity’s big dash at creating a more egalitarian, utopian vision for every member of tomorrow’s society.

However, we are seeing tremendous drawbacks from those who are still clinging to the spoils of earthly, physical and materialistic rewards. Our attachments are hard to let go of, and whilst I’d like to say that none of those things will matter by the time Jupiter and Saturn repeat their next conjunction in Aquarius (2080), like everything else Aquarian, it’s cold comfort.

The gritty, short-term details of how this transition will unfold for us, particularly the moral and ethical concerns around an almost pervasive emergence of brave new biotech, infotech and a growing sophistication in the algorithms of Artificial Intelligence are beyond the scope of this article.
Blessings, and may you have an amazing New Year xx"

[onawah]

Distortions of the Light
12/26/20
https://angstoic.com/2020/12/distortions-of-the-light/
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"All religions and faiths preach love, peace and harmony. Yet something in their narrative becomes distorted and confused into something unnatural and mysteriously evasive, something not capable of holding this ‘love’ and well-being together very well in linear space and time.

For centuries and to this day, oppression, war and division in the name of religion stands as a testament to its failure to deal with the distortion of pure light and love into manipulative and incomprehensible nonsense. Since 2011, there has been a rapid deterioration of the third-dimensional constructs held together by the narratives of past faiths and prophesies whose premises have become so corrupted that we are now in danger of losing our entire planet.

Today people are losing jobs, losing relationships, losing property, and losing their esteemed roles in society at an exponential rate. With this, we are also losing our memories, losing many of the reasons why we must still live in pain, suffering, limitation and fear.

The URANUS/NEPTUNE semisquare (2015-19) has generated massive dissonance from past narratives and has been diabolical in shifting human consciousness into altered states, making it impossible for us to ever realign into past narratives again.

As of the Solstice (21 Dec 2020), our collective concept of reality – the structure which held together linear space/time – has entered a period of utter and complete fragmentation.

The cosmic phenomena now leading us into January 2021 signify a series of major shifts for humanity, heralding a conscious awareness of how we act; how we begin to communicate among one another via a spiritual, more telepathic exchange of communication.

As this consciousness unfolds, communication changes. For the time being, our pain and suffering are brought to the surface, our unhealed wounds are opened up. We become more in contact with our ills, our sores, our irritations become magnified…

In yesterday’s bus episode, we talked about the Cancer Full Moon of Dec 30(squared Chiron) and the Capricorn lunation of Jan 13 (conjunct Pluto). These lunations are brutal and we will sense them as profound markers of the nonsense we are carrying and the pain and trauma we have yet to let go. We also spoke about the Christed light and why this Christmas disengages us from past faiths and narratives which fail to serve.

Stay tuned for your special Full Moon messages, and if spending time around others, particularly family, be mindfully aware of what you are being mindfully aware. You can literally see the baggage, the wound-stories and control-dramas still trying to play out…

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FROM DARKNESS TO CHRISTED-LIGHT: CHIRON TURNS DIRECT at 04°56′ ARIES

In the wake of this eclipse, we clear the way forward. We are about to make URANUS (divine insight) the new SATURN (reality), and CHIRON is our pioneering bridgeway into seeing deeper into the divine…"

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The Moon’s pass over the Mars/Eris
https://angstoic.com/2020/12/the-moons-pass-over-the-mars-eris/

"Manipulation means control. That’s not just something politicians, news media, and showbiz influencers will employ to play on your fears and emotions just to get you to vote, spend, or think a certain way. Chances are, you can be just as controlling and manipulative when you act out to keep nefarious, malicious or toxic mother****ers at bay – especially if you have the power to think for yourself.

REMEMBER HANLON’S RAZOR: Never attribute to ‘malice’ that which can adequately be explained by ‘ignorance’.

And have yourself a merry little Xmas. xx

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The Moon’s pass over the Mars/Eris ignites the side of us which feels offended/triggered at being ignored, neglected and left out. It’s not a conspiracy to get you if you don’t let it get to you.

Come on… you know you’ve had the power to choose how you will deal with this all along. You only sow the seeds of political/consumerist manipulation when you forfeit your faculties of judgment and merely follow your hopes and fears… that’s what the Pluto in Capricorn VS Eris in Aries is trying to teach humanity (2020-21) "

[onawah]

Venus opposition to Moon Activates the Neptune/Node Square
https://angstoic.com/2020/12/venus-opposing-the-moon/

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"So, this NEPTUNE squaring the NODES is really turning our affairs into nightmarish situations and now, with VENUS opposing the MOON, highlighting where we’re most vulnerable to dogmatic hypocrisy and delusion; prone to suffering from our own little ‘reality’ projections and filters, as well as from the choices and actions of those who are similarly under the influence.

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The Moon and Venus completes the perfect T-Square along the Nodal Axis, currently squared by Neptune.
It can easily turn already shaky relationships into a freaking mess.

The emotional uneasiness turns those who are most sensitive almost belligerently defensive, especially when they assume that others are out to get them. Messy disputes, both at work and at play abound, and over what, who knows?

Just in time for the usual holiday fare – not -, you may feel a weird inner resistance against too much social or work gatherings. This reluctance to parté is caused by a passive or unconscious hypersensitivity to other people’s crap, which intensifies the level of stress and inner tension.

If others’ psychic garbage seeps into your ‘aura’ and thoughts at an unconscious level, this has the potential to mess with your general well-being. Forget sleeping. Unless you pick up on what’s going on and take action to shut out or release any intrusive energies, you could end up feeling psychically attacked, and that’s going to feel awful and twisted for days.

Focusing on your meditation or other forms of self-therapy is most ideal, especially leading into Wednesday’s Full Moon…"


CANCER FULL MOON
https://angstoic.com/2020/12/cosmic-bus-lunation-report-episode-2052-cancer-full-moon/

"The next two lunations, featuring Chiron (squaring the Cancer Full Moon) and Pluto (conjunct the Capricorn New Moon) are very telling, stirring new questions which will dominate some of the major themes of 2021.

Jupiter/Saturn in Aquarius is asking: What stories about our intersubjective reality have become outdated and untenable in this moment of awakening to the possibilities of the quantum field? Uranus squaring from Taurus will continue to challenge any official narratives coming from the status quo with support from Mars as he finally moves out of Aries.

Chiron squaring this Cancer Full Moon is asking: What is the wound story that you need to release in order to take the leap into 4th-dimensional quantum awareness?"

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"Greetings Fellow Travellers,


With the Cancer Full Moon on the penultimate day of the year, 2020 ends much as it began. Like bookends, these bright lunations repeat a stern, sobering message that we must examine our whimsical, infantile attachments and bravely step up to meet a new set of duties and responsibilities to society.


Yet, this has been a difficult year and many of us are exhausted, left uncertain as to where our societies are leading us. We question many things, but mainly whether our needs will be supported and if indeed, as mature adults, we will have anything of value to contribute.


If the Moon rules Cancer, the sign of her dominion, then it stands to reason that we might feel more sensitive and vulnerable to everything around us, clutching for the safety and emotionally nurturing elements in our world. Generally, the Moon’s monthly entry into Cancer - the crowning phase of her own cycle - activates our instinctive need to let our hearts be drawn to that place, those things, people who nourish us with the warmth and tender nurturance we need. It’s what defines our humanness, our connection to the primordial matrix, the motherliness and the sweet-smelling bosom of her loving providence.


However, with Venus on the South Node squaring Neptune, It can easily turn already shaky relationships into a frightful mess. Any degree of emotional uneasiness turns those who are most delicate and susceptible to annoyances to act defensively, almost belligerently, especially when they assume that others are out to get them. Messy disputes, both at work and at play abound, and over what... who knows?


Some conflict of interests is always to be expected around Full Moon time. It is a time when we are faced with the disparity between our instinctive, unconscious needs and our more conscious, decisive selves. We see a soul torn by inner/outer conflict playing out, projected in our present-life dramas, our most intimate interactions with others, in which we often see ourselves alternating roles. Full Moons coincide with flashes of intense awareness, when energies pull apart and we are often required to make critical decisions of the most personal kind.


On this Cancer Full Moon, take some time out, contemplate the way forward for you. Focusing on your meditation or other forms of self-therapy is most ideal. Decisions made or abjectly avoided can have long-lasting consequences. How will you choose?

Be guided only by your inner light and intuition.

Trust it to show you the way, always

through the fog of uncertainty or confusion;

past the alluring sway and swagger of sweet temptation;

beyond the challenges of obstacle or enmity of foe

that life does often throw to test you in your way.


Feel your emotions follow gently, just behind you,

assuring that you're held, if should you stray.

Just learn to listen to your inner voice.

It is your sacred spirit calling;

your divine built-in GPS,

keeping you always on track,

guiding you, without fail or distraction,

helping you travel surely, safely,

every step forward closer to your true destiny.

Blessings to you, and thank you for an amazing year xx"

[onawah]

A psychic and astrologer give their predictions for 2021
https://youtube.com/watch?v=iADq3-bAmX8
Posted first here by Iota:
https://projectavalon.net/forum4/showthread.php?112853-From-Stillness-into-a-Trump-Victory&p=1399801&viewfull=1#post1399801

[onawah]

SATURN/JUPITER v URANUS 2021: Snapping point
https://angstoic.com/2021/01/saturn-jupiter-v-uranus-2021-snapping-point/
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"Almost immediately, 2021 manifests as a series of relentless upheavals. Social and political systems that have prevailed for centuries, now on the verge of sudden collapse, become replaced by uncertainty and disturbance.

This is the spirit of the collective – what the people of today want on some level (whether conscious or not), especially the younger generations. All antiquated systems, established roles, fixed relations, age-old prejudices and ignorances become swept away. New structures become obsolescent before they are allowed to ossify.

Our transition from the Earth medium into the Air means that all which is solid is evaporating into air. It will not be easy to live in such a turbulent world, and it will become even harder to govern it.

Despite all the tension and chaos this year, the awakened being, both individual and collective must step up and make every sacrifice, risk every danger to adjust to a world in transition. There’s no opting out nor means for escape. The inner revolutionary knows that nothing – no morality, religion nor law that has come before can continue to stand in a divided field unless it is versatile enough to accommodate humanity’s need for constant change."

[onawah]

MARS squares with SATURN (Jan. 13)
https://angstoic.com/2021/01/mars-squares-with-saturn-jan-13/
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"By this time next week, the tone is completely bonkers. What’s the opposite of peace? You may already sense a sullen anger brewing as ambitions are thwarted, spirits dampened, struggles in relating to others, especially in partnerships and marriage.

It’s true, all this excessive austerity and self-discipline has interfered with the usually silly holiday merriments, and the pent-up frustration, delays and sexual tension are likely to manifest in physical hardship, violence, accidents, and broken bones, as MARS squares with SATURN in a fixed sign (Jan 13).

Something about the dirty, harsh and insensitive way these two malefics usually punk it out with one another when they’re cross that kinda has me worried, and I’m not one to worry.

Mars entering Taurus is a stubborn bull heading for Aquarius’ high-voltage electrified fence. Along with all the other transits (see last bus episode), I can see why they saved all the fireworks from last week and how they might ‘appropriate’ them.

Stay supertuned…"

[onawah]

The Rebirth of the Sacred ‘Inner Parent’ – Capricorn New Moon at 23°13′
https://angstoic.com/2021/01/latest-horoscopes-for-the-cosmic-tribe/?utm_medium=email&utm_source=getresponse&utm_content=The+Rebirth+of+the+Sacred+%E2%80%98Inner+Parent%E2%80%99+%E2%80%93+Capricorn+New+Moon+at +23%C2%B013%E2%80%B2&utm_campaign=Ang+Stoic+Free+Newsletter
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"Greetings Fellow Travellers,


In just the first weeks of 2021, we begin to see how our lives, both personal and social, are immediately entreated to great upheavals and disruptions. Just as promised by the markers of our sociopolitical reality, Jupiter and Saturn entering Aquarius (Dec 2020), great change and reform are underway. Also, as we anticipate for later this month, squares to these from Mars and Uranus warn of strongly resistant energies to change, innovation and restructuring.


Although these may be experienced as a willful and destructive refusal to accept the inevitable, we must brace ourselves. For change must come and though it is never pleasant nor easy to make any transition from old to new, it is upon us now to come together and prepare ourselves for what lies ahead. In the dark of this moon, the coming lunation is an augury for a necessary death, which must occur before any new growth can take place.

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On this Capricorn New Moon, a conjunction to the Hadean underworld ruler, Pluto, implies and conjures a moment of complete, cathartic metamorphosis. Our world must face its dark side and make the choice for a new life or death. Collectively, albeit symbolically, there is a need but also a mortifying fear to face and acceptance of a certain death of an old world order.


Pluto in Capricorn (2008-2024) says it is time to reconstruct the image of our patriarchy – the father as the spiritual guide to our evolutionary process as children to humanity – to integrate the masculine and feminine within and without and to reunite them into a divine oneness. This not only brings us face to face with our own limitations and mortality but with the possibility of constructing a higher consciousness as co-creators of our physical universe and beyond. The legacy we leave now and for future generations rests largely on how maturely and responsibly we all step up as parents, grandparents, respected elders and brave custodians of a dawning new age.


Hence, the great initiation augured here by this Hadean New Moon confronts us with the death of the old parent archetype, the clearing out of old systems and the inauguration into something completely new. The challenge here is to take up our spiritual heritage and to incorporate the higher consciousness (Sun) with the lower energies of the unconscious (Moon), and to recognise them not as opposite polarities, but as complementary forces which resonate as one into our everyday awareness. If Capricorn is about authority and control then under this Sun/Moon union, we must work out how and where to focus our intention on becoming whole. Any newfound authority must be based on wholehearted autonomy, rather than authoritarianism and control.

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At the entrance of this Cosmic Initiation, now approaching the cusp of Capricorn/Aquarius, we are lined up, ready to become baptised into the commencement of a new evolutionary cycle. Pluto in Capricorn signifies our struggles between an emerging new order and the preservation of traditional, entrenched economic and social structures.

The ‘old guard’, as it were, alone attempts to curate and commandeer this process by enforcing implementation of a new political and social system necessary to bring the Age of Aquarius underway. In the transition, we let go of old hierarchical structures and make way for a greater egalitarianism, transparency, cooperative innovation and global responsibility to take over.

The collective challenges upon us now are in finding ways to develop a revolutionary new approach to how we form a constructive, more collaborative world government, one that takes better care of our planet Earth, and to reach for a better understanding of how to harness the autonomous power of the stars. It is time for creating a cosmic interdependence for all people rather than continuing to squabble over the inequities of ‘independence’ through our dependency on the scarcity of material matters and secular affairs, as governed by the limitations of ‘old-school’ ruling individuals and nations, which historically have only created division and wars among us.


Here, we see the shadow side of Capricorn, which is strongly authoritarian, harsh and hypercritical, rear its ugly head. It is guarded, untrusting and afraid to give away any of its power. Consequently, it is quick to act against any suspected usurping of power or position. Without true social conscience and emotional maturity, Capricorn resorts to the unyielding execution of rules and regulations in order to maintain its rule. It quickly becomes a tyrannical dictator.


Hence, the New Moon in Capricorn threatens to burden us with a stern, harsh sense of guilt and social responsibility, as if the weight of the world is on our shoulders. We are forced to take matters very seriously indeed, as if possessed by a driving force toward stability and maintaining the status quo at all costs, toward seeking outward respectability and for getting things right in order to deserve approval. The New Moon’s square to Eris in Aries creates a monumental battle of this messianic mission from Capricorn to save the world from the auspices of death and insurrection, creating an archetypal scapegoat, either within the family, community or in the world at large.


Those who become our scapegoat for simply refusing to play along with the rules become blamed for all the ills of the world because they dare to go against the accepted conventions of society. In a moment of objectivity, we may see how this New Moon produces a stultifying and emotionally repressive atmosphere, one characterised by the terror of life vs death, scarcity of material goods, physical connectedness, threat of disease, impossible duty, or a deprivation of some kind. This deprivation may be emotional, intellectual, or physical,
and there is little heartfelt closeness in this lunation.


The preoccupation with social duty, preserving wealth, status and control only distances us from the affairs of the heart. This leaves us cold and neglectful to our family and makes our emotional connectedness to our community uncomfortable in preference to upholding the economic order and materialistic values. Yet, as we shall learn in the months ahead, these are barely worthwhile markers for the wholistic achievement of progress and success. To be coldly controlling, judgmental, fearful of expressing any emotion and overly cautious to trust life itself leaves us out of touch with any human emotions. This only generates shame­ful feelings about expressing any form of instinctive personal autonomy unless we play along with the strict boundaries and rules outlined by the prevailing patriarchal forces.


In the prelude to the great Aquarian lunations at the end of January and February and to the phenomenal alignments of the March Equinox (Astral New Year), this powerful lunation serves as a final warning that our healing must follow only after we can secure the material foundations for the preservation of life that has been laid down and carried out dutifully and diligently by all. Once this compliance to rules and structures has been achieved to some degree of success (and it can only come from within each of us) there will be a greater readiness to trust life and journey inside oneself.


And so, both internally and externally, there is a full-scale reconstruction of the parental archetype underway. As everywhere around you, somewhere within, the ‘inner voice of the paternal self’ is dying and becoming reborn. Those doubts and fears instilled in you through childhood must now be brought up to the surface to be explored. Any residual notions of a coldly rejecting archetypal parent are being rooted out and replaced by a new sense of self-worth and personal autonomy. On this intensely potent New Moon (Jan 13), we are called to develop the mastery of self-love. This will drive and generate a new, wholly steadier foundation for true emotional trust and freely spontaneous expression of our feelings in our world, providing us with a stable, responsible and more intrinsically authoritative approach to our currently unsettled situation.


On this New Moon, it is time to repose, collect your thoughts and innermost feelings and examine deeply in which areaa of your life you are experiencing this phenomenal urge for the resurrection of your inner parent

Blessings, and may you have an amazing New Moon x"

[onawah]

Uranus goes Direct at 06°♉43′
January 14, 2021
https://angstoic.com/2020/01/uranus-goes-direct/
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"Uranus – ruler of the skies, of new horizons, original ideas, of unconventionality and freedom from constraints is finally turning direct!
This wildly unpredictable force, responsible for breakthroughs and rebellions – both of scientific and ‘natural’ causes – has been stationing since late last year, intensifying his ‘awakening’ effect on all of us throughout the holidays and this current eclipse period.

Uranus turned Retrograde (Rx) on August 16, 2020. The retrogradation of any planet generally indicates that its principles are interiorised, with more subjective, internalised motifs. This is the second time Uranus has retrograded in Taurus since entering the fixed/earth sign on March 6, 2019. Uranus in Taurus is considered by astrologers to be in the sign of its fall (highest detriment), since rapid, progressive change is not a concept easily accommodated by the steadfast, most fundamentally conservative of signs. They do however share the commonality of obstinance and a determination to have their way, which is not necessarily an easy or positive trait."

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[Richter]

I have a nice link for you:

Constellations of Words
Etymology and Symbolism of the Constellations
This study is based on the belief that each constellation has its own unique clusters of related concepts, and that the etymology of the names and associated key words will express their essential meaning.

On each of the constellation pages under the subheading "Clues to the meaning of this celestial feature" the symbolism and etymology of the name of the constellation is explored.

https://www.constellationsofwords.com/

[onawah]

Birth of a New Revolutionary Spirit – THE FORTNIGHT AHEAD (Jan 19-31)
ASTROLOGY OF NOW, The Week Ahead
https://angstoic.com/2021/01/birth-of-a-new-revolutionary-spirit-the-fortnight-ahead-jan-19-31/?utm_medium=email&utm_source=getresponse&utm_content=Birth+of+a+New+Revolutionary+Spirit+-+THE+FORTNIGHT+AHEAD+%28Jan+19-31%29&utm_campaign=Ang+Stoic+Free+Newsletter

"Given the cosmic context, it would be hard to argue that our trajectory in affecting profoundly great reform into our lives has picked up considerable urgency in just these tumultuous past 2-3 weeks. As the Sun leaves Capricorn to enter Aquarius (Jan 19), both rulers Saturn and Uranus are now direct and heading for their first of three significant squares in 2021. It now appears that ‘Great Change’ is quite ominous, and I will endeavour to commence the discussion through the course of this generously intensive article.

To this effect, and in the prelude to the Leo Full Moon (Jan 28), we will see several planets come to lock horns through a series of challenging dynamic aspects to one another in the early degrees of fixed signs.

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Also, most notably, Neptune tightens the square to the Lunar Nodes by Jan 24, indicating that we are likely to feel ultra-sensitive to everything and everyone around us. True empathy wears thin during this period, all humanity seems thin-skinned, highly vulnerable, slightly naive and easily fooled. The semi-square from Saturn (Jan 20) sees us feeling unsupported and misunderstood, even despondent. One might easily feel alone even in a crowd of their own peers. Puzzled by what’s going on; feeling creepily deceived constantly by those who should know better than to take us for a ride, perhaps it’s wisest to self-isolate. The semisquare from the Sun (Jan 23) only highlights how much our cherished visions for tomorrow now seem faint and out of touch with the current circumstances, so much so that in the tumult we may react ineptly, even in our own areas of expertise. It is indeed time to change tack, reconstitute our vision, as a Sun/Saturn conjunction in Aquarius takes form (Jan 24).

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Jupiter’s square to Uranus also brings warning that we are squandering away too much of our good energy on nonsense, searching for meaning down the most absurdly twisted rabbit holes of convoluted theories. An approaching Mars will only agitate those reactionaries to act in ways which are misled, negative and destructive. The Jupiter/Saturn squares make the world more on edge. What it needs now is more positive revolutionaries, and if something needs to change for us to get more into the flow with what’s really going on, the key is definitely in the way we’re operating.

Enter Saturn…

The likelihood is that Saturn’s dominance in scientifically progressive Aquarius will apply a severely sobering, if somewhat depressive, effect on wild Uranian and Neptunian abstractions. Some healthy scepticism is necessary. Uranus, whose Taurean viewpoint on life is fundamentally reactionary in nature, oftentimes rooted in a backwards-looking perception of a ‘return to a Golden Age’. Neptune, dignified in Pisces, attempts to unify, but under the Saturn’s scrutiny, any nebulous evasiveness is also about to receive a harsh ‘coming down to earth’.


Jan 20
We may see the Mars/Uranian combination, responsible for a lot of the current dissent and insurrection, resistant to any force of discipline. It is wise to brace ourselves for any turn of events, and wherever your investments, be prepared for the worst possible outcome.

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Of course, with so much agitation against the machine of progress, the prevailing Aquarius/Uranian energy asserts that there’s no predicting what might happen next. Anything goes, but one thing is certain – there will be no turning back the clock now. Those who pine for a return to the romanticised glories of a bygone ‘gilded age’, when things seemed more controlled, more structured and stable, will only come to realise that such a thing came only at the greatest expense to our freedom and ultimately to justice.

In fact, when one looks closely at our past, they will objectively discover that it is filled with tales of toil and suffering for all humans, largely due to their incredible ignorance about nearly everything. What appeared to be controlled and predictable can only be attributed to our conditioned fears and limitations around movement and growth, both mental and physical. Individuals were held steadfast to a system which imposed a wholesale resignation to unwritten factors like their inherent family lot, karmic patterns that were cast in stone, limiting social advantages, and the untimely and cruel auspices of death itself.

In truth, past humans lived in a world of little or no light. Justice was cruel and there was relatively little freedom. Freedom is our innate power to choose. Without choices, our individual capacity to enjoy the present moment (life) becomes diminished.

When our innate individual need for freedom is restricted, denied or misused, the result is always some kind of grief. Behind grief is always the immutable law of nature, serving to deliver justice. Justice is benevolent, constantly striving to preserve the inherent balance and harmony of the universe. Any abuse of freedom creates injustice.

Where there is injustice in nature, there is always violence.

Whether this violence is experienced physically, verbally, psychologically or emotionally, any human who is denied their fundamental liberty to be free, the ultimate outcome is always violence. To disrespect or deprive another’s right to be free is the greatest violence of all. There are many causes for violence, but violence which comes from injustice ultimately leads us to either a negative reactionary state of mutiny and insurrection or in a more positive state, a revolutionary release.When we look to the past, the limitation of choices available to humans meant that their entire personal identity was forcibly reduced to comply with strictly defined parameters, both socially reinforced and self-imposed. Limitations on freedom of speech and movement were shrouded by dark concepts of forbidden thoughts, emotions and physical acts. To rail against this implied that you would face a violent and untimely death.

Hence, prior to today’s humanism, where the individual will is celebrated, there was never any real ‘Golden Age’ as such – even for the ‘privileged elite’. Everyone had to comply by the will of exterior expectations and play their role accordingly, or suffer the consequences. Overwhelmingly, all human beings alive today emerge out of a history of immense restrictions, repressions and horrid brutality, thanks largely to the harsh 3D limitations of Saturn’s strict limitations of time and the gravity of physical matter.

Much of it was grimly endured as a protective guard against the substantive insecurities of life, and due to foreboding fears, grief and a widespread ignorance to science in favour of religion, humans formed a personality complex that was typically superstitious, afraid to fully relax and inwardly insecure to the degree of contracting untimely nervous collapse, emotional disease, physical death and decay. This was the world of Saturn.

Enter Uranus…

Well, not until 1781, actually, when the first of these ‘invisible’ planets was discovered by William Herschel using a revolutionary new invention called the telescope. The late 18th century was indeed a time when ‘revolutions’ were in vogue (American, French, Industrial, Scientific etc). Of course, as we also discovered, revolutionary change, whilst it had the effect of accelerating the pace of human consciousness exponentially, isn’t always pleasant or easily admitted. In fact, sudden change was largely shocking and unwelcomingly disruptive to the Saturnian, fear-based structure.

Until we finally worked out how to integrate revolutionary changes more readily into our lives, say, as in those speedily administered tech-upgrades, made almost daily to our hand-held devices via wireless networks, we still stand to be disturbed and have our lives necessarily disrupted from the confounded recurring upgrades. Naturally, at some point, the ‘revolutions’, which now appear to occur not century to century, or decade to decade, or even yearly, but several times a week, have some degree of impact to our individual human nervous systems. If not able to keep up with the pace, these begin to play upon our health – mind, body and spirit. It stands to reason then that these convulsions are going to have a widespread effect on the greater social order.

We see these collapses now rampant, not just in poorly-managed systems of government and other institutions, whose existing infrastructure isn’t equipped to readily adapt to sudden innovations and unprecedented disasters, but in our own personal lives where we remain resistant to accepting even the slightest changes to our predisposed habits, practical skills and espoused belief systems, however, we may cherish them to stay predictable.

In the course of today’s great reformation, this moment brings us one thing: the opportunity to become rapidly aware that it is time to end this infatuation we have with clinging to false realities which, for the most part, we inflict upon one another due to our obsession with passing off unproven concepts as something which may helpful or soothing.

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Whether our erroneous beliefs and half-baked laws spawn from our continued adherence to monotheistic religions, archaic constitutions or misinformed conclusions that we read on Twitter on the bus ride home, we can no longer assume to believe anything we hear as gospel or truth. When we pledge our adherence to the words of a biblical prophet, a supreme monarch, an authoritarian dictator, president, or public celebrity who is the anointed influencer of some intersubjective entity, to subscribe to any ideology which is exclusive and divisive only perpetuates injustice and deprives us of our human dignity and fundamental freedom.

Just as the ancients failed to stabilise their empires due to their inability to support the arbitrary existence of the gods of Olympus, or of ancient Egypt, or of Babylon, so too now we suffer the collapse and the humiliation of our holy cows. Not one of the hypotheses of past ‘Golden Ages’ seems any more probable than any other because they ultimately lie outside the region of the probable knowledge of today. Therefore there is no reason to consider any of them, other than to agree that these beliefs existed only in the absence of science, as a subsidy to what we could not know, at most serving to expose the enormous limitations of humanity’s endeavour to understand the greater forces of nature that were and still are largely seen to be ‘supernatural’.

If our lives need meaning so that we may go on living, then we are awakening, en masse, to the fact that we, as humans, tend to distort and manipulate what we often fail to comprehend in order to make it mean just about anything, just to appease ourselves.

Here, at this Jupiter/Uranus moment, we get a glimpse at how many of our difficulties in life arise when we haplessly attempt to solve serious problems by applying enduring superstitious attitudes and magical, wishful thinking. We see how, for the most part, our adherence to nonsense ultimately fails to work because it only perpetuates the suffering. We also see the toxicity behind those who dogmatically propagate false negatives as ‘truths’. They are not helpful or soothing, they are downright dangerous and culpable of causing great injury and harm. These are the lessons imposed throughout 2021, and in particular, made even starker by the recurring squares between Saturn and Uranus.

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The first of these squares is heavily accentuated over the next two weeks, not least by the aligning inner planets which intensify egoic drives and desires, and by the triggering effects of the Sun & Moon’s dynamic aspects which, in the more critical phases of their synodic cycle (full/new moons) make the tension especially more personal.

The Trouble with Squares (90 degree aspects)

Jan 21
Any square aspect between two or more planets suggests tension or challenges which necessitate some neurological adaptation before any resolution can be achieved. They generally indicate blockages within our individual psyche which prevent or refuse to accept things ‘as they are’, due to our tendency to persist with preferred or established patterns and pathways of behaviour. Hence, any significant squares pose immense hurdles and lessons that cannot be avoided – impending collisions or crises that must be confronted and, as frustrating as they are, continue to thwart and hinder our desired needs and intentions until their inherent lesson is grasped.

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When squares involve the outer or more slower-moving planets, they generally imply individual tensions that are shared commonly throughout many other members of society. These are symbolised in both the known socio-political trends and beliefs (Saturn, Jupiter) and the yet unknown (Uranus, Neptune, Pluto, Eris), which appear random, wild and wholly unmanageable due to their unpredictability.

When triggered, or activated by the inner planets and by critical phases on the lunation cycle, they highlight internal psychological problem areas – areas where we seem stuck, or unwilling to accept elements which conflict with our established ways. In an attempt to restructure our inner understanding, circumstances pose serious tensions in our mentality or emotions – a process which is vitally necessary in order for growth and progress to take place. These are especially difficult when squares take place with planets in fixed signs.

I will address the recurring Saturn/Uranus squares of 2021 in our next cosmic bus episode, and endeavour to unpack the significance of incremental changes as the year progresses. For now, let’s look at the current tensions as indicated by multiple squares occurring between planets in the two fixed signs of Taurus-Aquarius:

Taurus vs Aquarius (Fixed Square)
Taurus is an earth sign, heavily invested or ‘attached’ in the physical assurances of materialism, steeped in established traditions and conservative attitudes while Aquarius, being an air sign is highly detached, strongly futuristic and progressive in ideas and concerned with egalitarian fellowship, communalism and group experience.

Thus, while the tension generated by squaring planets between these two fixed signs is easy to discern, conflicts encountered here serve to expose us with the materialistic and physical problems of society and how to allow everybody else to enjoy the same liberty of thought and action without compromising our own.

Taurus is rather possessive of its wares, so the tension posed against the accumulation of property and wealth by the egalitarian-minded Aquarius often thrusts us into enormous ideological conflicts concerning how to evenly dole out the land and its rich, buttery spoils of economic and commercial successes, as well as fairly distributing practical information and scientific knowledge so as to benefit everyone.

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Here, we distinctly see how those more progressive-minded individuals and business enterprises, in particular, those whose models of governance and administration have made the flying leap by adapting more speedily, integrating radical innovations and employing cutting edge development via the latest infotech and biotech; through the use of extensive networking systems, computer algorithms, robotics and AI. As always, those who are most progressively adapted to the world of science and innovation are most poised to revolutionise the material world. The goliaths not only remain unregulated, but they now have the power to regulate and limit others, including governments and world leaders at the flick of a switch.

In the frenetic pace of innovation, we see the pushback by traditionalists, fundamentalists and those who seek to live a simple, uncomplicated life – one which seeks to be closer to nature, and with Uranus in Taurus is more interested in reverting to isolationist policies, return to a fabled ‘Golden Age’ or the wishful development of earth-based communities. These, in the ‘hippy sense’, seem unconventional but are nonetheless more intent to provide a solid and secure basis for living through self-sufficiency and ability to demonstrate an intuitive understanding of the earth and the progressive management of its physical resources.

Perhaps the lessons of the Taurus/Aquarius square lie somewhere in the integration and compromise between these two seemingly disparate values.

The Great Leap Forward:
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In the initial tensions posed by the Jupiter/Saturn’s dawning into the Aquarian Age, the conflict exposed by the January squares to both Mars and Uranus in Taurus highlight our need to resolve the dualities between our ideological and materialistic needs and abrupt separatist notions between two seemingly disparate tribes. These differences begin as irreconcilable, but must move beyond the lower analytical mind and reach that point where our awareness of unity is constantly realised – the point of consciousness of our dilemma. We will see this over the coming fortnight as the Sun enters Aquarius (Jan 19) and comes into alignment with these outer-planet squares.

Uranus and Saturn, being co-rulers of Aquarius are caught in a difficult polarity of energy interchanges, yet they present a vitalising force in the evolutionary struggle. As planetary rulers, they also indicate that the glorious ‘vision’ of Aquarius will not be achieved overnight, and in the early stages of this year, perhaps triggered by the Mars conjunction to Uranus (Jan 20), launch us into a tumultuous two-year period of resistance against progressivism and streamlined regulation of new-tech modernity.

These resistances, which come from every sector of every community, also act as counterbalances between too rapid a movement forward, or an insistence on denying change. Arguably though, they present the safest passage forward that can be achieved by humanity, especially when considering the depth of changes which are being conceived to offset dire global socio-economic problems due to pandemics and authoritarian governments and CEO’s. These include areas yet unpublicised, such as genetic development or mutations within the species, the awakening of areas of the brain, as well as collective social adjustments and planetary changes to climate control and the ‘fixing’ of economic vectors like the digitalisation of world currencies.

In an extremely complex year ahead on planet Earth, regulation and development will need to be carefully overseen by the planetary consciousness of Gaia herself. The natural balances are extremely fragile, and by our continued defiance and willful ignorance to ‘how things really are’, humanity’s unchecked negative habits and resistance to better care is seriously affecting our best efforts towards achieving true progress. We need to become wiser, more intuitively kind to one another in order to survive in a world of interdependence.

We must look towards the conflicts that are occurring in the difficult Taurus/Aquarius square, both in a personal and at a global level as a signal to be more practical and inventive. Perhaps this is also a call to consider the different methods of supporting not just ourselves in the most fundamental way – by finding solutions for revolutionising how the masses might be fed – producing and distributing healthy, organic foods in more sustainable ways. The current means of nourishing humankind may lead us to inadvertently ‘extinctify’ many other species, and if we do not raise the urgency to modify our consumer patterns, even cause great scarcity and starvation to many of our kind.

This one matter becomes of critical importance by the closing of 2021 and its the final instalment of these Saturn/Uranus squares. Hence, we can see how we, the people, are in for a series of life-transforming ‘revolutions’ and ‘system upgrades’.

Blessings, and may you have an amazing fortnight xx"

[onawah]

Bull in the China Shop: The FULL MOON at 09°06′ Leo
Thursday, January 28, 19:15 UTC
https://angstoic.com/2021/01/bull-in-the-china-shop-the-full-moon-at-0906-leo-thursday-january-28-1915-utc/?utm_medium=email&utm_source=getresponse&utm_content=Bull+in+the+China+Shop%3A+The+FULL+MOON+at+09%C2%B006%E2%80%B2+Leo%2C+Thursday%2C+Januar y+28%2C+19%3A15+UTC&utm_campaign=Ang+Stoic+Free+Newsletter

"What do you get when you have the Moon opposite the Sun/Jupiter/Saturn in square to Mars/Uranus, all in fixed signs?

Not much flexibility, that’s for sure…

This Full Moon takes basic archetypal principals – energies that are endemic to the way we structure and experience our lives and pits them up against one another in a rigid, complex dynamic which is, in itself, stressful and inclined to force an event.

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Under a fixed T-square, there is a notable lack of adaptability or willingness to deviate from established patterns enough to compromise our interests. Hence, rather than seeing ourselves objectively as entities caught up in rigid patterns of behaviour – ego-drives and the emotional complexes which house them are more likely to break rather than bend under any pressure to succumb to necessary changes.

The Aquarius/Uranus dominance of this lunation implies that there will be much emphasis on freedom and equality. When these are thrust against the self-centred Leo Moon – a largely unconscious need for attention and appreciation; to feel ‘special’ about something and to have fun – we immediately sense the tension as unfriendly, even hostile and threatening to something held as very precious. In today’s emerging awakening of our individual sovereignty and humanistic self-importance, the individual seeks greater command over its own needs and desires and develops either resistance or resentment to being told that he/she must “fit in”.

We are, however, very much a part of a social order, a community or at least a family system which is made up of a set of tribal or customary expectations. Whether these are written in laws or culturally implied, we are expected to be somewhat compliant and respectful to the needs and wishes of those around us.

When the prevailing order, as set by the Aquarian Sun on the Jupiter/Saturn, is determined to remind us of values which are more about equanimous sharing and equilateral respect, the instinctive Leo Moon feels confronted and must either come to acknowledge these or feel left out in the cold by the seeming indifference. Those less-evolved types who cling tightly to their mistaken belief in their own hype or possess voracious susceptibility to flattery, react in most demanding ways.

Of course, we all feel this, since ‘the prevailing order’ is usually one which contradicts our own personal views and doesn’t cede to egotism without some degree of give-and-take. Here, the systemic problems of one-upmanship, control-dramas and undue competitiveness generate instances and episodes in which one or more parties are unwilling to go through the necessary self-effacement and compromise that a Full Moon often brings.

Egos are fragile things, and in a fixed Sun/Moon opposition, they are more likely to break apart than bend a little in an attempt to see eye to eye. The danger here comes from the square to Mars and Uranus which, under the normally placid sign of Taurus, can become unreasonably resistant to movement and change. This can be expressed as bullying or passive-aggressive behaviour. Under too much stress, planets in Taurus will shut down and refuse to budge. By its nature, Taurus is neither enamoured with the principles of ‘equanimous sharing’ or with ‘drama-queen displays’ around her rich, abundant paddock which she insists is hers and hers alone to commandeer as she pleases.

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Taurus’ ruler, Venus, is enmeshed in a dark, compulsive union with Pluto who will stop at nothing to possess everything that adds status, wealth, power and control in any relationship. Hence, it only complicates the matter of fixity around ownership and control and Pluto’s corrosive nature is that it can destroy the soul of anything it tries to devour.

There are mitigating factors, for the Moon’s trine to Chiron in Aries lends an element of soothing empathy to all those who feel slighted or ‘wounded’, teaching them how to stand up for themselves and assert their individuality. Yet, this can only spark the fire of those who feel they deserve more. Whether they feel they are in the in-crowd or an outsider, it only emboldens the spirit towards some sort of resistance or a staunch determination to liberate oneself from any restrictions or expectations that do not pander to the individual’s need to feel loved and appreciated for their own ‘specialness’. The default is to have a temper tantrum, take one’s toys and recede back to one’s own sandbox, and the social complications these cause are too many to be listed here.

Overall, this lunation, heavily activated by the Mars/Uranus (intervention) and Jupiter/Uranus (lucky breaks) midpoints, unlocks the release valve to any built-up pressures stored in the body, mind and spirit, generating a precipitous moment of sudden, reactionary liberation, insurrection and even revolutionary storms. This may be triggered either internally (awakenings) or as a result of external pressures in one’s sociopolitical arena (upsets and disruptions).

There are many factors in our current lives which contribute to this dynamic....

Blessings, and may you have an amazing Full Moon xx "

[onawah]

Revolution#5 – For Those About To Snap: THE WEEK AHEAD
(Feb 1-7)
https://angstoic.com/2021/02/revolution5-for-those-about-to-snap-the-week-ahead-feb-1-7/?utm_medium=email&utm_source=getresponse&utm_content=Revolution%235+%E2%80%93+For+Those+About+To+Snap%3A+THE+WEEK+AHEAD+%28Feb+1-7%29&utm_campaign=Ang+Stoic+Free+Newsletter

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"So… our Sun continues his epic hero’s journey around the zodiac, now in Aquarius. There will be many twists and turns along his luminous path through February, a month which will see many more revolutionary changes and reforms take place, both within and all around.

Of course, there will be much resistance and objection along the way too, for there are many who despise change, especially when under questionable or disagreeable terms. Leading into Thursday’s Last Quarter Moon, for instance, we are faced with further ‘fixed’ crises – the Scorpio Moon takes on the whole Aquarian stellium as she opposes Mars in Taurus.

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Aquarius is an air sign, which means that it’s best to be more objective, stand back and view things from a broader perspective rather than just responding rashly or emotionally. For some of you fixed sign people (Taurus, Leo, Scorpio Aquarius), there’s a real war going on inside your psyche because in order to align with the presiding Aquarian qualities (objectivity, fairness, equanimity, humanitarian values, a common vision for the future, etc.) you must acknowledge, accept and manage powerful feelings and emotions, express them somehow without either denying them or being condemned by them. Here, the real revolutionary spirit takes hold because many will not be told what to do or how to handle their lives any more.

In the name of true growth and individuation, some of us have to move beyond a place of feeling stuck within the old constraints of materialism and authoritarian profiteering. Humanity is indeed stuck in limbo because of residual feelings of greed, control and power which, this week, take over and threaten to kill all those things we love (♀ ☌ ♄/♇). Until we conquer our ruthless obsessions, we cannot foster the kind of humanism that produces the innovative scientists, thinkers, or reformers who will help to ease the suffering on earth.

Mars’ square from Taurus means that our most conservative side will persist in holding its ground. This is made ever more obstinate with Uranus also in that fixed-earth sign. The socioeconomic obstacles and difficulties posed by these fixed squares become more extreme throughout February, as does the inner loneliness and sense of social alienation, much of it provoked by rebellious, resurgent energies manifesting as all kinds of irritability seeking release in our relationships.

At worst, we might feel it as a banishment. At best, it is can be seen as the perfect time to tear down defences and rejoin the human race. This may be easy to say because, for many, the road ahead is filled with either increased restrictions or blind insurrection and kicking against the pricks. Many, still resonating on their lower common instincts, are feeling increasingly shut down, disenfranchised and ready to rumble, as is the earth under their feet.

Mercury’s retrograde back over Aquarius will reveal where we might have reached a dead­ end in our own progress, or moved too fast and are now suffering reversals. There may be communication breakdowns, network collapses or system setbacks due to our unwillingness to ‘upgrade our operating systems’ or ‘get with the times’. Like a long wait in a dentist’s office or being stalled in some air­port lounge for days, there’s the frustrating sense of having purchased our ticket but never quite get­ting off the ground. Patience is running out.

Mentally, the chronic, nagging issues (yes, let’s blame the pandemic) develop into upsets with how life is being officially managed. Incessant administrative and ethical dilemmas show how the Saturn/Jupiter (reach limit–> set new law/regulation) syndrome contributes to an ever-quivering mess in the mundane trade/economic system. Coupled with deprivation for freedom, this Aquarius stellium can indi­cate a continual battle to preserve mental health since people are less likely to listen and to connect with one another. For many, it is a sign that just ahead we each may have some personal “cross to bear”, one that – if not carried independently – becomes an unwilled obstacle to achieving relationship or communal ends (♀ □ ♅).

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The Aquarian Sun asks that we work on developing our ability to view situations in a more detached or objective way. By Thursday’s Last Quarter Moon, the Aquarius Sun squaring the Scorpio Moon will reveal who is responding in a very cool, objective and detached way to those who need deep, tender emotional support. We may fail to realise just how touchy, triggered and vindictive those whom we are denying can become. These are indeed two sides of our psyche that this week must be addressed in a reasonable, objective and fair manner. It is never healthy to denigrate any part of ourselves, especially those highlighted by the critical quarter-Moon which is so vital to health, relationships, and emotional well-being.

The Aquarian Sun is in the sign of his detriment, so his customarily centralised source of authority and creativity tends to get dispersed equally among the herd, group, party regime, even audience.

Both Saturn and Uranus are the rulers of Aquarius, neither more true than the other. As the two giants approach their first major clash for 2021 (♄ □ ♅, Feb 17), the perverse Aquarian complexities become only magnified, thanks to the epic, mythic animosity its two ruling archetypes hold toward each other. Uranus, father of Saturn (Kronos), banished all his children to the underworld. Saturn later emerges to not only castrate his father but steal away his throne in revenge – a psychological engram which repeats as an inner conflict between the visionary ideals (Uranus) and hardcore reality (Saturn) in every Aquarian. Saturn himself would be warned that the same fate would come upon his own, as did indeed had when his own son Jupiter (Zeus) would one day depose him. These are the mythic perils of patriarchy.

Saturn creates forms and structures, presiding over the governance and productivity of the land, setting the immutable constructs which, over time, would define the changing seasons, teaching humanity how to obey the laws of nature in order to survive and flourish. Naturally, with so much being reset over the past year thanks to conjunctions to Pluto (Jan) and Jupiter (Dec), Saturn’s recent entry into Aquarius mandates there are many adjustments we all need to make in the form of regulations and controls, and with Jupiter leading the way, a new set of ethics and laws are being rolled out, especially in the world of tech and innovation. These don’t come easily in a year where co-ruler Uranus in profit-minded Taurus runs contradictory to change and reforms.

Aspects of our mundane lives appear to be crumbling despite our governing leaders’ in­sistence that there are no problems that they can’t handle. Many of us now come to accept collaps­es or setbacks so easily that they’re no longer surprising. Meanwhile, pleasures and good times might be delayed or denied (♀ ☌ ♄), allowing us the opportunity to alleviate the situation (♀ ∗ Ch) before it explodes (♀ □ ♅).

On the other hand, the pressure’s intensifying with no means of escape. Those who deny responsibility for, or knowledge of, any tensions, or who turn a blind eye to game-fixing or continued sociopolitical oppression, or those who accept that things are not right but stand back, unwilling to do anything about it, only invite further strife and discord. There will always be those, even in times of breakdown and devastation who will cling to the established structures and go with the status quo, ignoring critical warning signs, believing themselves to be untouchable or beyond reproach. Those are the ones who carry karma, project it onto everyone and pass it on to their grandkids

Then there are those who feel that disasters are certainly immi­nent, who are filled with anxiety, apprehension and panic. However dangerous, there is often more confusion and discomfort than actual emergency. If you resonate with the fear/dread factor, perhaps you are cleaning up the debris of some personal debacle. If not, you are holding back the tide of a disaster you probably know is coming, sooner than later.

When this is projected onto others, you may fear that they are the ones making trouble or deliberately causing upheaval. Perhaps you see them as angry and destructive. Alternatively, you might perceive them as dynamic, assertive, and excitingly dangerous. On a deeply personal level, this week can represent inner turmoil, chaos, or anger, or it can be a divine “kick in the butt” to shake us out of complacency.

Blessings, and have an amazing week xx "

[onawah]

VENUS/SATURN – Karmic Love
https://angstoic.com/2021/02/venus-saturn-karmic-love/
2/4/21

"Venus rules our personal ‘power of attraction’ – the magnetic forcefield generated by our heart (the Sun) to attract people, things and experiences that may compliment or satiate our desire for harmony and pleasure.

Saturn is the ruler of the collective consensus and the administrator of karmic law. Whatever he touches is blessed with fated soul-lessons, experiences that crystalise into matter, manifesting as physical constructs which, through discipline and hard work, we come to earn or learn to forfeit if we fail to meet his tough measures and endure his limitations.

During their (approximately) one-year cycle, the things we love to have; things that add value and embellish our lives will come, but to keep them, they must be hard-won. They will press us to make sacrifices, put us through trials, they will ripen, even age us, and teach us lessons we shall never forget.

It’s a tough kind of love but, as always (with Saturn), the process becomes character-distinguishing. Key transits in their synodic cycle show us the value of those things worth working for, and they will highlight those things of which we best learn to just let go because either we or they are just too heavy or not up to desired standards.

“Nature wishes that woman should attract man, yet she often cunningly moulds into her face a little sarcasm, which seems to say, ‘Yes, I am willing to attract, but to attract a little better kind of a man than any I yet behold”
Ralph Waldo Emerson

Attracting Our Teacher
Around the conjunction at 05°♒54′ (Feb 06 2021), as if by seemingly preordained, cosmic intervention, something or someone enters into our world who would help us play out the karmic implications of this cycle.

This occurs by sending out idiosyncratic affections and predilections as magnetic pulsations (Venus), like transmitting personally nuanced ‘heart-wave messages’ to the universe, a call out to say that “this is what I desire”. Saturn then responds by crystallising our intentions from mere magnetic heart energy into physical matter. Things/people/situations show up as if to test/measure/evaluate whether we have what it takes to keep, acquire or relinquish that which will potentially make our lives more worthwhile and pleasurable. If we do not know, we will learn how to work to procure those things which are an important part of shaping our destiny, and if not, how we must eventually learn to let them go.

In typical Saturnian terms, whatever is entering our magnetic field is typically a materially transactional affair. There is often something pragmatic and practical that we must satisfy in order to qualify for the object of our desire (enough money, status, age, responsibility, capacity to hold and secure, etc). Saturn cuts tickets on Venus’ ‘love, peace and aesthetic sensibilities’. In short, he makes you pay a price in order to have something nice and like a middling merchant, procurator or pimp, continues to collect dues, gradually raising the bar on expectations, tightening the screws, until you eventually come to question whether you can afford to have it any longer. (*Wherever Saturn’s conditionalities and rules are applied, all will eventually come to a definitive end, and to this effect, it’s often when the ‘love runs dry‘).

The VENUS/SATURN Cycle
The last VE/SA cycle commenced on Dec 11, 2019 at 19°04′ Capricorn. After 14 months, it is due to commence again on Feb 6 2021. Since Saturn is still in rulership through Aquarius, it would spell a year of strict appraisals on how well we can align to society’s new and progressive values, face judgements over how much we can comply to group-minded conscientiousness, while facing austerity and parsimonious positions over any frugality in aesthetic and materialistic pleasures. Social duties and civil responsibilities both in politics and love-relationships/friendships will come into question. Those bonds not meeting the functional objectives of a new society and the more traditional marriage partnerships will generally face a realignment in their outlook and style in order to maintain their cohesiveness. Tensions in meeting the strict criteria of our affairs are typically highlighted at the quarter (square) phases of the cycle.

Critical quarters (square phases) of last VE/SA cycle:


♀ ☌ ♄ Dec 11, 2019 03:06 Venus 19°♑04′ Conjunction Saturn 19°♑04′
♀ □ ♄ Mar 03, 2020 09:45 Venus 28°♈25′ Square Saturn 28°♑25′
♀ ☍ ♄ Sep 02, 2020 05:18 Venus 25°♋54′ Opposition Saturn 25°♑54’Rx
♀ □ ♄ Nov 19, 2020 04:29 Venus 27°♎26′ Square Saturn 27°♑26′
♀ ☌ ♄ Feb 06, 2021 00:08 Venus 05°♒54′ Conjunction Saturn 05°♒54′


As usual, only the most worthy, most dutiful unions and collaborations would hold ground, for under the pressure of Saturn’s most stringent conditions, as in the previous cycles (25 Dec 2017-18 Feb 2019, then to 11 Dec 2019, then to 6 Feb 2021), those who tried to engage or invest in ‘frivolous follies’ or ‘easy rides’ experienced either a year of unrequited love-suffering or became forced to endure an entire year of frustration/separations/delays or involuntary celibacy.

This first cycle to commence in Aquarius suggests that there is something scientific/technological, ideologically progressive, highly unusual or somehow futuristic about the bond. Aquarius isn’t terribly emotional or physical, and there is an element of interruptions or spasmodic expression. Venus in Aquarius prefers the coolness of friendship more than romance and attracts others into our lives with a refreshingly unconventional, possibly odd, yet openly friendly demeanour.

Those who cannot keep up the pace, or insist on more conventional or traditional styles of relationship may suffer serious disruptions. Venus also rules money and other things of value, so matters of acquisition, investment, or enterprises can either be borne anew or brokered in unusual new ways at this moment.

Be particularly aware of events developing on (or near) the conjunction between these two planets. Generally, they introduce the commencement of a new level of relationship between two entities which, at its most critical stages, forces us to slow down and experience the real merit of our current value system. More than anything, Saturn evaluates everything into shrewd economic terms.

Aquarian values are definitely less focused on the personal and leaning more towards the collective and humanitarian. The idealism and the utopian vision of this sign create a less emotional, more detached approach in all affairs of the heart. Money may also be made and lost through electronic and technological services as well as through friendship networks.

In any case, Saturn remains a harsh monitor and sets the bar on what it expects according to consensus trends. At the most critical times of this next cycle, we will be tested on how well the choices we make in our affairs meet up with the progressive spirit of the times.

Those who resonate with trending preferences will truly stand to know what love is all about in 2021. Those less capable of talking the talk, walking the 21st-century walk, could see the dawning of a greater sense of isolationism and feeling cut off from the mainstream. When we are inexperienced, feel inadequate, shy, fearful or insecure, we often develop unhealthy, immature yearnings for something that was perhaps not meant for us. Often we are out of place, or our timing is out, or we have to pass a few tests, earn a certain level of credibility, or come back with more cash, or the right qualifications before we can be even considered.

Sometimes we may need to accept that a thing of beauty cannot be possessed, but is best admired from afar, without attachment, shared equally so everybody may enjoy it. It has no function other than in its ability to make us smile, to ease our aching existential woes. Man’s constant craving to sequester, separate, close off and chastise the object of his affection by a series of conditions and contracts can crimp, crease and diminish Venus’ flow of keeping a connection to the abundance of love, the source where she draws her natural beauty. Sure, there are often lessons, karmic debts to complete, but at what cost?

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Like cutting wildflowers, they will soon wilt and die when taken from their natural habitat. Saturn has this tendency to cut, place in the vessel of his own devices, create an unnaturally staged ornamental piece, then try everything under the sun to arrest its development, preserve its aesthetic, just to keep it from changing. He is not content to walk through the wild fields and admire the beauty as it was gifted by the creator. He must enjoy it on his own terms, and in and only for himself.

In this cycle, we come to discover what we love and what is most of value. Venus in Aquarius brings a sense of beauty through freedom and liberal-minded views. We must learn not to become imprisoned by the prism of our own love-programming. It is in our upbringing that the structures of how we deserve to have love become defined. The relationship between Venus and Saturn in the chart generally indicates to what extent our love-nature has been conditioned.

It is a fundamental truth, spiritual love has no bounds. It must be allowed to dance freely both within us and in all that is around us. Constrained love is not true love. To become true it must be allowed to flower to its maturity, as we too are allowed to dance freely alongside it. Only here, without fear or worry, do we mature in our understanding that to continue this eternal dance with love we must also tend to the responsibilities of our heart, whose only mission is for us to stay creative, wild and free.

See also….

The VENUS/SATURN Archetype:https://angstoic.com/2017/12/venus-saturn-archetype/
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[onawah]

In Pursuit of a New Hope: The Week Ahead
Feb 8-14
https://angstoic.com/2021/02/in-pursuit-of-a-new-hope-the-week-ahead-feb-8-14/

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"If ever there was a time when the world needed a new hope, some glimmer of positive inspiration that things might start to take a turn for the better, that there is light despite all of the darkness and confusion that currently enshrouds this earth, it would be now.

Among the anguish and uncertainty of our global situation, there must surely be some hope. Humanity is constantly awakening to the reality that we live amidst the horrible scourge of an infectious virus, itself mutating into more aggressive strands; the proliferation of authoritarianism by power-crazed individuals who strive to possess weapons of mass-destruction and instruments of population surveillance, control, enslavement and tyranny; of laws which are increasingly isolating and limiting to our fundamental freedoms; and of macabre ecological consequences due to our inability to accept and deal with massive shifting climate patterns as a unified species…

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…This week offers a ray of light, in fact several, in the auspices of a New Moon and a number of conjunctions (new beginnings) against the backdrop of stars in the constellation of Aquarius.

Yet we must be reasonable in our hopes, given that Aquarius – for all its ideological reasonableness – is a rather existential sign. Its co-rulers Saturn and Uranus insist we focus on integrating knowledge and insight over fantasy and assumption, historical facts and scientific data over myths, ideals and dreams. They ask us to let go of all pretensions so that we can achieve something which defies all that can be truly experienced in the biological realities of our here/now.

I guess there’s hope in this, but many of us are still wishful that the solution to our differences may come from a magical place – a love-miracle of some kind, like the second coming of a unifying heavenly messiah, or the earthly visitation of wise extraterrestrial beings, or the disclosure from world leaders that this whole system of separation and scarcity is merely a hoax and that we’ve all been had.

We can look for hope, but in a time when both Jupiter and Saturn – rulers over our collective mindset or our intersubjective notions of reality – are also in Aquarius, then much attention is given towards taking a much more rational approach in our idealism. Aquarius requires that our concept of hope is as much scientific and evidence-based as it is merely idealistic and inspired by our feelings and emotions, for if we are to truly reach for the stars, we surely need a steady, if not state-of-the-art launching pad.

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This week, we see the Sun and Moon, as well as Mercury, Venus, Jupiter and Saturn, and asteroid Pallas Athena congregate under the stars of the fixed/air constellation of Aquarius, like a giant summit of heavenly rulers whose principles must accord with the ideological premise that we are somehow all equal in our pursuit of individual expression, in our acceptance of others, in our thinkings and feelings, as well as in efforts to understand one another and to work on building a system that leans toward creating a world that is more egalitarian, at least by intellectual and political standards. Against all this seeming one-sidedness, we contend with contradictory energies that rule over our corporeal or biological bodies such as Mars and Uranus in the fixed/earth constellation of Taurus. The stodgy bull is a different animal to the water-bearer in that it insists on holding only to what it values as being physically distinct as its own. Hence the conundrum happening inside each and every one of us.

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We are each separate entities, pitched against one another in a physical universe in which things are limited, whether by time, geographical position, availability of resources necessary not just to our survival but to our sense of comfort, security, appreciation and enjoyment of our material needs and desires. If we must share and share alike, as is the Aquarian trope, then we must consider how this ‘sharingness’ will affect our accustomed living standards. It’s basic mathematics in that those who have more will stand to lose some of their assumed luxuries – like wealth, physical space, political power, career aspirations, education, social status, earning capacity, access to nice things and beautiful people and above all their ‘constitutional’ freedoms – so that those who have less can also come to appreciate and enjoy some of those things as well.

Of course, this has been a problem for humanity since time immemorial, and the assurance that we may one day live in a world where no individual is left behind has been a problem for political rulers, economists, social scientists, physicists and mathematicians and well as philosophers, mystics, poets, artists and dreamers, all healers in their own way. Yet, we are now entering a new realm where we must seek to marry the physical, Newtonian understanding of science and knowledge with the emergence of new metaphysical and quantum discoveries without getting mad at our inadequacies and inabilities to form a cohesive bridge between two seemingly conflicting realms of consciousness. To reach for the stars, it seems, is going to require a considerable expansion of faith in our ability to evolve just about every area of our hearts and mind, and this may seem like a stretch, but it is entirely possible.

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The triple conjunction of a retrograding Mercury and Venus over Jupiter inflates and expands the question of how we can somehow recalibrate our individualistic thoughts and emotions according to progressive concepts of a worldview which tends towards collectivism – one which provides us with an innovative and alternative understanding of the universe through which to grasp the evolving form and structure of our cosmos. In this, we are strongly encouraged to try to understand how our own individual freedoms may be affected and how reforms to our idiosyncratic beliefs around this concept may produce opportunities that benefit all society before we can move whole-heartedly (mind/body/spirit) into an arena of fairness and egalitarianism.

These are largely ideological concepts, but with Saturn holding the rear, also in Aquarius for the next two years, we are left with little option but to recalibrate all existing systems and structures to facilitate these ideals or have them fail in epic proportions if they are proven to be dysfunctional. This is made even more urgent as the antithesis raised by Uranus’ squares to Saturn throughout this year exemplify the archetypical struggle taking place in our psyche – the old versus the new; that which exists in the old order versus that which is possible; of ageing structures and fear-based limitations versus freedom; of existing logic versus an intuitive intelligence. There is almost an inevitability to the conflict between these two primordial forces, where certain change and the preservation of the status quo are constantly arrayed in a harsh grind against each other, and the irritating choice is always one of either/or. Naturally, this eats us up inside, but it also creates an icy tension in our outer world.

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The Saturn-Uranus conflict begins as an internal struggle, resulting in confusion, inner torment and doubt within the individual psyche, where we are simultaneously fascinated by and disgusted by both the old-world status quo (3D) and the new order of freedom/change (4D). Finding it insufferable to happily exist in both dimensions, although compelled to do so in some way, the level of irritability rises to the point where the subconscious psyche inevitably compensates in the form of dissociation from current reality as it intrudes violently into our conscious expression. We are seeing this playing out already in several areas in our lives, where we see tense episodes between those who act as upholders of the status quo, conformity and law-and-order, facing up against the disruptive, innovative and insurgent elements of society – those rebellious, bohemian and revolutionary types who feel restricted and oppressed by authority and are now intent on precipitating change, instability, forced separations and accidents.

Hence, in both our ‘hopeful’ desire to either hold steady or to integrate reforms, we are confronted with constant obstacles and limitations which force us to endure life’s harsh, existential burdens until we can come up with a workable answer. Often, since the hope of finding any sustainable solution is under so much resistance, the subconscious manifestations of the contrariness of Saturn/Uranus function only to intensify the dissociative schism within both the individual psyche and that of the collective.

If hope exists, it emerges out of an ability to ground ourselves enough to accept both change and stability as beneficial and inevitable, to accept the creative tension posed when structure, rigidity and stagnation serve only to precipitate a necessary impetus towards inspiration, innovation and invention, and that if any cohesive future vision is to emerge, it must revolutionise and reform all existing edifices, form and order. It is up to each of us, whether we find ourselves stuck within or outside existing structures, to convert this tendency to gradually dissociate from ‘what is’, and to reassociate it with ‘what could be’ in order to facilitate our own evolution and that of the world around us.


Blessings, and may you have an amazing week xx

[onawah]

Waning MOON on the SOUTH NODE
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"Looks as though politics has now exceeded its customary grasp over the administration of our society's economics, laws and public securities. Politics has finally trespassed and infringed itself completely upon our individual reasonings, our sacred mental and spiritual processes, our personal health and choices of morality and mortality, our precious private day-to-day dealings with one another, how we express ourselves intimately in our love and art.
There's really nowhere politics isn't present now, and it is a symptom of man's failure to act as a sovereign-thinking being, one who can question, argue and debate the incomprehensible absurdities that he feels goes against her inner nature.
Politics has almost always got it wrong, but because it has formerly only applied to the collective we have allowed it, whether through ignorance, indifference or our privileged ability to be corrupt. But when our lives are saturated by our interpersonal politics, it strikes at the core of the individual's ability to rule over his/her own meagre existence for fear of thinking/saying/doing 'the wrong thing', this is a condition worse than any oppression. This soon becomes soul-destroying.
As CS Lewis once said: “Of all tyrannies, a tyranny sincerely exercised for the good of its victims may be the most oppressive. It would be better to live under robber barons than under omnipotent moral busybodies. The robber baron's cruelty may sometimes sleep, his cupidity may at some point be satiated; but those who torment us for our own good will torment us without end for they do so with the approval of their own conscience.”
When the boundaries of our individuality become trespassed, then ever so subtly recalibrated into 'rights' and 'wrongs', then the individual will is hijacked and sent slowly on a death march. Spirit will not allow politics (or religion) to govern over the individual's soul. A Spiritual Revolution is hence inevitable."

[onawah]

BIRTH OF A REVOLUTION
https://angstoic.com/2021/02/birth-of-a-revolution/

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"The complexity of this moment is such that it defies any attempt to make any succinct prediction. All we can do is merely speculate that when several bodies converge into a single meeting point, their seemingly ‘fated’ union will engender a greater entity, one which will be somewhat characteristic of the kind of portends ordained by the heavens.

AQUARIUS is about groups, it is about becoming the designated spokesperson who will deliver the news that the old and outdated must give way to the new; the young; the brilliant; the unusual and the innovative.

It is the perfect place to meet if you are tired of the crusty and forlorn diatribe dictated by the hackneyed establishment whose only remaining premise is to stop the younger generation from usurping the old kingdom. AQUARIUS is the meeting ground where the ‘Revolution In The Head’ becomes instantly awakened, excited by the harmonies in the voices of a new group.

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Last time we had a stellium in AQUARIUS was in Feb 1962. Among many worldwide seminal events, it was the month a little-known group in Liverpool, England called the BEATLES began their management contract with Brian Epstein; used drummer, RINGO, to replace their usual guy (who happened to be sick), and were released from prior contract to record company Polydor.

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[onawah]

A New Hope: New Moon at 23°17′ Aquarius
Thursday, Feb 11 2021, 19:07 UTC
https://angstoic.com/2021/02/a-new-hope-new-moon-at-2317-aquarius-thursday-feb-11-2021-1907-utc/

"It was inevitable after the Saturn/Pluto which cast its shadow over 2020, that we would have to come to accept that it was time to change everything or face the dire consequences for our ignorance and complacency.

Whilst alarm bells have been ringing at almost deafening levels, many are still confused, uncertain where to go and what to do. As Saturn approaches his first square to Uranus for 2021, our distortions, or rather departures from truth, have primed us for any possibility of another, more edgy reality. There’s a reason for all this dissociation and detachment, but one must stay present, lucid, and aligned within their centre to receive true guidance. Nothing and nobody around us can quite give us any true bearings, since it all seems shaky, ready to totally collapse.

Unless you look up…

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In the dark of the moon, there’s no real way of knowing where you’re going. But then, you’re probably used to that by now. After all, it’s only when the way ahead is shrouded in darkness, with your mind steeped in mystery about what’s going to happen that you’re compelled to change the way you’re used to seeing things. On this darkest of nights, if you look up to the skies you will see a million stars. Clusters and clusters of them, most, too close together to tell them apart. Then there are your bright ones. You can count them…

For you who believe in a brighter tomorrow, this New Moon presents us with a brand new prayer, a promise of hope; of seeing above and beyond this impossibly dark cloud of limitations.

If you believe in the power of ritual to mark a special event, then this phenomenal New Moon, accompanied by a trail of planets in the promising constellation of Aquarius, presents you with a divine opportunity to see the shimmering jewels and treasures of infinite abundance in your life. Just like the myriad of stars up in the night canopy, the skies are filled with choices:

What is it that you want most in your life? Better health, improved self-image, more money, a brilliant mind, greater communication skills, better job or career prospects, a new relationship, a dream holiday, to resolve some nagging problem in your life, a spiritual awakening, a world of universal abundance, a more peaceful world?

Attaining any of this starts with you setting a strong, pure intention. If you can dream it in the higher dimensions, and you can visualise its potential in the not-too-distant here/now – if you can look towards the horizon, you will see how the thundering lightning storms of Uranus hit the earth with electrifying effect upon your nervous system. If you can use your night-vision as a real superpower for you to perceive beyond the existential limitations in this life, then you can surely manifest your vision more objectively here, in your 3D experience of ‘reality’.

But you must first let go of the inner negativity and fear. Much is changing, the earth is literally quaking under your feet, allowing you to see that you have less and less that you can cling to, hence less and less to lose. A certain level of detachment is needed to see the freedom of your choices. A certain level of darkness is necessary to see the stars. One of those stars presents a special gift for you. Open up your heart and mind and be ready to receive.

This lunation is a perfect time to remedy and realign any broken-down mental and emotional pathways. Solar and Lunar energies combine at New Moon, merging your conscious mind☉ with the unconscious emotions ☽ embedded in your body.

In a world shrouded by darkness, peril and confusion about what lies ahead, it is time that we looked up to the skies for a new hope. The stars have never lied to us. They have not ever let us down. Use their light to navigate your way.

Blessings, and may you have an amazing New Moon xx"

[onawah]

Between the Ridiculous and the Sublime…
THE WEEK AHEAD: Feb 22-28
https://angstoic.com/2021/02/between-the-ridiculous-and-the-sublime-the-week-ahead-feb-22-28/?utm_medium=email&utm_source=getresponse&utm_content=Between+the+Ridiculous+and+the+Sublime%E2%80%A6+THE+WEEK+AHEAD%3A+Feb+22-28&utm_campaign=Ang+Stoic+Free+Newsletter
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"The Sun now moves away from all the hubbub in Aquarius, and by Thursday is joined by Venus in the nebulous, ego-dissolving Pisces. In the next few weeks, the subliminal ‘slide-away’ sensations that permeate our consciousness will be enough to throw much serious matter into disarray. Under the powerful dissolution of a Pisces Sun, we must learn to relinquish anything that ceases to serve our higher purpose here on earth, let go of the silly misconceptions and half-truths and find a point of resonance with the highest possible essence of ourselves. The risk of becoming swallowed wholesale into the abyss of mental confusion and ego disorientation is great during this period, for there are forces that seek to weaken the individual will and to dissipate its identification with and connection to the past.

Mercury, the ruler of Gemini, is again direct after three weeks of retrograde. Significantly in Aquarius, Mercury’s extended stay in the constellation of the Water Bearer has been a heralding trumpet for the New Age, introducing and reiterating the progressive shifts in technologies, medicines, networking, social reform ideas and matters of inequity. Much is developing on this front since the Grand Conjunction of Jupiter/Saturn at 00°♒29′ two months ago. Mercury’s buzzing back and forth between the two gas giants over these past weeks is instrumental in delivering the new reforms and regulations. The triple conjunction is magnificent to see in the pre-dawn rise, announcing the coming of a new intersubjective reality.

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In a world where sweeping changes and reforms seem almost impossible to fathom, let alone keep up with and fully integrate into our lives, the conscious individual is reminded to maintain focus on the main purpose of his/her spiritual journey here. We are, at our core, pure intelligence. Our task during ‘the human experience’ is to rise beyond the petty squabbles that divide us in this grim, lower illusion of limitation and scarcity, to transcend from the world of suffering and fear by using all the knowledge and insight afforded to us by the heavens.

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With Saturn and Jupiter in his wake, the luminescent Pisces Sun expresses a little apprehension (if not some naivety) for the dubious relationship between government and big business trying to inject sweeping new regulations into our supply networks. Behind them is always Pluto, and the collective quest to administer equality and fairness for all seems driven by a hidden, supernatural motive to amass tremendous power. Hence, the Sun in Pisces showers us with a lighted capacity to learn from past experiences, forgive others their trespasses, and to ask for forgiveness where there have been deviations and ills inflicted upon ourselves.

In an effort to regain a personal sense of power, creativity and sovereignty, the individual must vanquish all interests in external attempts to manipulate and gaslight him/her into positions of relative submission. The earth trine from Pluto to Mars (Thu) sees the force of the collective making every effort to secure its worldly holdings and securities of governance over the physical world. We may fight to preserve our individual interests, but we are also observing that all is not what it appears to be in the world of material stocks, that what we own and cherish in the material sense is becoming dissipated, its value diminishing as it becomes dispersed, somewhat unevenly, among the many billion souls who are alive today.

There is much speculation and still too much assertion placed on mere assumption and conjecture.

Power, wealth and security are arguably poorly meted out among the people on this earth. As the world seems plagued by all kinds of natural disasters, there appears a growing divide and discontentment between the few that ‘have’ and the many who do not, the few that ‘know’ and those who are kept in the dark by their own ignorance. As systems of governance over the economy and its laws are being upgraded constantly, the beneficiaries remain largely uneven and the greater wealth and power are not trickling down to those who seem to be blindly and pliantly doing all the work. The extent of global inequality still depends not on who we are, but where we are, both geographically and in the social order of things. As we can see by the daily reports from around the world, there are entire societies dealing with insufferable conditions of inequity and oppression. Those masses who are being controlled by an increasingly authoritarian rule are given fewer choices and fewer opportunities to liberate themselves from their current lot and hence share in the abundance of this world.

A Virgo Full Moon (Saturday) will assist us to see quite starkly what needs rebalancing between us, especially in our most intimate relationships. Who is doing all the work, and who is reaping all the benefit? Some sacrifices might need to be made at the highest level of our being in order to restore the equilibrium of healthy give-and-take between us.

This week, Jupiter’s trine to the North Node provides a welcome chance to see the greater purpose and overall goal of humanity a little clearer, connecting us with those who are willing to cooperate. However, with Neptune still squaring the Nodes (Nov 2020-Mar 2021), this may not appear entirely evident. There is still considerable gaslighting occurring at all levels – widespread brainwashing that seeks to convince the healthy that they are perhaps not so well and need treatment, while those who are truly pathologically ill are convinced that they have nothing to worry about.

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Mercury in direct motion over his Rx shadow remains in close conjunction with Jupiter at the mid-degrees of Aquarius. In the union of the two rulers of the opposing Lunar Nodes (Gemini/Sadge), Mercury and Jupiter’s conjunction provides a rare opportunity to actually bring many of the ideas and beliefs about what the future may hold into some moral vision that can promise hope and prosperity for all humankind.

Again, through the Pisces Sun, we are to stay mindful that our presence here as conscious beings is all about a much higher process – consciously seeing that none of the constructs of the past are going to hold us for much longer, and though there is still enough spin and nonsense going around to fool “some of the people some of the time”, the truth is that “time” is truly up and many folks are quickly waking up to the dire emergency that we can no longer govern the new world using old inequitable systems. Every human being is a resource of creative intelligence and evolutionary power. To deny even one being of their cooperation is a crime against nature.

In evolutionary astrology, it’s all about the Nodes. Of course, all planets and points in the horoscope contribute towards how we will live out our dharma, but it’s important to keep a keen respectful eye on the transiting Nodes and their relationship to the rest of our chart when staying in check with the course of our relative spiritual purpose.

The transiting Gemini North Node is pulling humanity to reintegrate back into society. As much as we feel dragged backwards by the Sagittarian South Node, trying to maintain our ‘sense of liberty’ at all costs, we must be mindful that we cannot shirk our social responsibilities by avoiding any restrictions imposed on us. One’s liberty must not be at the expense of anyone else’s. As much as Sagittarius dislikes boundaries and rules, unless they are in alignment – not with one’s own truth, but Truth itself – there is no basis for self-knowledge and growth. Gemini tries to compel us to at least listen to both sides of an argument, see reason, accept facts as facts and not just mere suppositions and assumptions.

We need to work harder in being informed, ask questions where there are gaps in reasoning and be relentless in our attempts to understand exactly what is happening in our lives. To place faith on mere assumptions is a dangerous thing to do and like all dangerous things to do, we can suddenly find ourselves in frightful trouble. Making assumptions simply means believing things are a certain way with little or no real evidence to support that. For instance, we might assume that our position in the world today is in the same secure place it has always been, neglecting the obvious fact that things are shifting so dramatically, only to wake up tomorrow and discover that the whole foundation of our existence has eroded away underneath our feet. find ourselves drifting out to sea, with no grounds of support to our position whatsoever.

The Neptunian tides are strong, especially during Pisces season, and as the Nodes become crossed, we are reminded to check in with reality, Meditation is the key here, not so much your ‘trusty’ news sources.

While the Sun, our light-bringer, won’t reach the Gemini North Node until June 1, in Pisces, he will square the nodal axis in a spectacularly fantastical Last Quarter Moon on Mar 6 (15°♐42′), where, flanked by Venus/Neptune in the soul-unifying Pisces, he is unwilling to accept anything as neither fact nor truth. Over the next month, the Pisces Sun’s desire for the dissolution of ego attachments will challenge both the North and South Node evolutionary forces and we may struggle to maintain some grip on our position, especially if we invest in fantasies, delusions and all kinds of ‘medications’.

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Fogs of confusion, avoidance of responsibilties and magical-thinking continue to plague humanity through March, despite efforts to regulate our pathways of disseminating news and information in a clear, logical and unbiased fashion.
There are other forces looming. As we can see, Mars himself finally enters Gemini (Mar 4). After spending the past 8 months in Aries/Taurus, the stolid little fighter had better smarten up if he wishes to keep up the little fight. Around the Solstice (Mar 20), Mars will approach the Gemini North Node, which will pull us to work towards the light side. We must all learn to become more assertive, but only with the facts. This will aggravate those more inclined to feel they know-it-all, the arrogant and ignorant, the rough and uncouth. We must build our courage up to ask more questions, demanding to hear satisfactory answers, to study and become clever if we are to become wiser. Those who fail to provide us with ‘reason’ and ‘just cause’ for their misgivings will have to pipe down and learn to see the ‘truth’ from another angle. It is our moral and spiritual imperative to pursue a logical solution to our problems. We must guard against resorting to sophistries and belief systems so obviously absurd that their whole case takes on an air of the ridiculous.

Blessings, and may you have an amazing week xx "

[onawah]

Awakening from the awakening that it's all just an elaborate dream...
2/26/21
https://app.getresponse.com/view.html?x=a62b&m=DtK5C&mc=It&s=s4iNwR&u=Ghhv4&z=EEoKFkJ&
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"Greetings Fellow Travellers,

It's Virgo Full Moon time, the time of the year when we get to catch a reflection on the minutiae of just how vast and chaotic our universe can be. Can you make any sense out if it?
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Sitting at the midpoint of the PLUTO/ERIS square, this Moon gives us a glimpse of how we're all under the spell of some massive soul-disintegration process, a force so sinister and hidden in its widespread operation, a most unnatural selection of who's fittest and who's most unfit to represent the morsels of humanity now undergoing a most monumental transition, right before our very eyes. Can you see it?

Power and envy are at war, and though it's grim to even imagine the final outcome, it's also the experience we (apparently) all need to have in order to remember that we're all in this together and we're going to see it through to its death, even if it kills us. In all the swirling chaos there is man's attempt to create order by giving meaning to whatever he does not understand. Woman too. We're all in this together, whatever this is.

Is it real?

Define real.

If you've ever looked in the mirror only to see somebody looking back at somebody who's clearly in a dream, that's similar to the effect of a Pisces Sun opposite the Virgo Moon. Have a close look at the moon tonight. See what you make of it all. What's it all mean to you?"

(My response, in my present mood today: :noidea: But tomorrow or next week will most certainly bring a change. :nod: )

[onawah]

Awakening from the awakening that it's all just an elaborate dream...
2/26/21
https://app.getresponse.com/view.html?x=a62b&m=DtK5C&mc=It&s=s4iNwR&u=Ghhv4&z=EEoKFkJ&
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"Greetings Fellow Travellers,

It's Virgo Full Moon time, the time of the year when we get to catch a reflection on the minutiae of just how vast and chaotic our universe can be. Can you make any sense out if it?
https://m.gr-cdn-9.com/getresponse-Ghhv4/photos/f1dadc4d-a057-45ed-bcf2-e6c72bbcf0d0.jpg

Sitting at the midpoint of the PLUTO/ERIS square, this Moon gives us a glimpse of how we're all under the spell of some massive soul-disintegration process, a force so sinister and hidden in its widespread operation, a most unnatural selection of who's fittest and who's most unfit to represent the morsels of humanity now undergoing a most monumental transition, right before our very eyes. Can you see it?

Power and envy are at war, and though it's grim to even imagine the final outcome, it's also the experience we (apparently) all need to have in order to remember that we're all in this together and we're going to see it through to its death, even if it kills us. In all the swirling chaos there is man's attempt to create order by giving meaning to whatever he does not understand. Woman too. We're all in this together, whatever this is.

Is it real?

Define real.

If you've ever looked in the mirror only to see somebody looking back at somebody who's clearly in a dream, that's similar to the effect of a Pisces Sun opposite the Virgo Moon. Have a close look at the moon tonight. See what you make of it all. What's it all mean to you?"

(My response, in my present mood today: :noidea: But tomorrow or next week will most certainly bring a change. :nod: )

[onawah]

Make The Dream Real: VIRGO FULL MOON at 08°57
Saturday, Feb 27, 08:18 UTC
https://angstoic.com/2021/02/make-the-dream-real-virgo-full-moon-at-0857-saturday-feb-27-0818-utc/

"The Virgo Moon holds up a mirror to the Pisces Sun, a hard-nosed reflection to his nebulous, subtle yet powerfully ego-dissolving glare. The Pisces Sun denies us of any clear, practical definitions, diffuses our minds into super-wholistic notions, makes us interested in the ‘holy’ principles behind any idea, and much like Aquarius, speaks to us in broad impersonal terms and wide-reaching concepts.

However, Aquarius is an air-sign, primarily operating along the rational dimension of ideas and science. Pisces goes one step beyond – into the sublime watery regions of the quantum universe, indeed an infinite realm of multiverses, a psychic memory bank where all things past, present and future are possible, including magic, mystery, ultra-terrestrial entities of the angelic and demonic realms and even ‘god’ as an all-powerful, all-knowing, all-seeing being exist. Of course, these are only visible through engaging the highest faculties of the imagination, and although we as humans often resonate collectively on certain dreams, fashions and sweeping trends, there is another side to us that begs us towards functionality and analytical distinction – a side that seeks to make these ‘holy visions’ wholesome and real.

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Flanked by Venus and ruler Neptune, there is a preponderance of feelings, much talk about spiritual evolvement from this Pisces Sun – a deep concern about how spiritually evolved and conscious we are, especially regarding the universal principle of unconditional love and acceptance. However, when it comes down to self-effacement, particularly against the shrewd, discerning instincts of an earthy Virgo Moon, any heightened idealisms tend to appear more verbal than actual. There is considerable detail missing in how to make idealistic theories actually happen, especially during a state of global emergency.

This poses considerable challenges in our relationships which, while they can aspire to greater compassion and understanding between the individual and his/her world, there doesn’t appear to be much of a plan, just a lot of complaining about what’s not working. There is an obvious avoidance or evasion in dealing with the practical matters and step-by-step duties inherent in any well-functioning system. This is a kind of martyrdom that plunges the slippery Piscean into the abyss, from which Virgo must often overcompensate by working twice as hard to find techniques to fish him out.

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The Virgo Full Moon poses us with a moment, a distinctly intense point in time when we must wrestle with our conscience to bring our highest, most altruistic and sacrificial aspirations into some semblance of order and reasonable application. Yes, it is special and sacred to be inspired by art, literature, classical mythology or fields of humanitarian endeavour, but unless these are brought into some down-to-earth, practicable complex of tasks and routine, they will escape serving any true purpose, both to our individual selves and to others.

Hence, this is a time to either marry the sublime and fantastically creative ideas into mundane utilisation or make a decision to untether and expunge ourselves from any relationship which only siphons away our rational energies.

If you are finding that you can no longer understand the purpose of the dream that is presented to you, effectively unable to carry on in the direction your dreamworld has been leading you, if you feel frustrated and confused by the main narrative of your mind’s eye, then this is seriously a time to stop and reflect. There are many factors contributing to your ability to satisfactorily realise all that is true and meaningful for you in this world.

The connecting midpoint of the Pluto/Eris square, impacting the exact degree of this lunation, brings up a myriad of massive global issues that affect the greater evolution or the extinction of our species and the well-being of every other element on this planet. Hence, matters of inability to meet our selfless duty towards the preservation of the greater whole become far more critical and urgent than being merely personal. At the dawn of a new scientific age, there are still many issues that evade any logical reason and plain, common sense.

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Humanity is awakening to realise that we live in a fantasy world full of imaginary heroes and villains, of angels and demons, a universe all of our own making, where little of true substance is able to bring us down to earth, or where the family or social structure is too harsh for us to cope with. We must not look at escape from the harsh realities of this planet as the only option. It is in our ability to turn fantasy into reality, to channel our dreams and visions in such a way that allows us to practically contribute something wonderfully useful and resuscitating to the beautiful life that is possible for us all in this world.

What can you do?
What will you do?"

[onawah]

Planning the Great Escape (Prelude to Last Quarter Moon)
March 2, 2021
https://angstoic.com/2021/03/planning-the-great-escape-prelude-to-last-quarter-moon/

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"…hope you’re studying up on how to get yourself out of this painful little twist.

All around and everywhere, unwitting instruments for wickedness and corruption are arrogantly, ignorantly, and self-righteously convinced they are in possession of the ‘truth’ and working for the highest good. It is as if they are unable to know that what they are doing is nasty and corrosive, unable to register their actions as anything other than healthy.

The real disease plaguing this planet cannot be medicated nor controlled by the very system which is itself infected with the disease. The pathogen of pure criminality, which manifests in the possessed individual under its thrall, now wreaks merciless havoc in the inner landscape of their perverted, convoluted psyche, playing out in their patriarchal role, as well as over the lives of those whom they purport to govern.

If you feel stuck in a box in some department over there, better wise up – devote a little systematic research on those ‘dark triad’ jerks – narcissus, psychopathus, and Machiavelli (& the four seasons)… gonna prove hand-ay.
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Eris has cast her disease against Pluto’s dark auspices of patriarchal power… “Apple of Discord” is another way of saying “any action or situation that causes dissent, dissension and turmoil and causes more trouble than it’s worth.” "

[onawah]

ONE DREAM
March 4, 2021
https://angstoic.com/2021/03/one-dream/

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"History is just old journalism, and we know that journalism is a bunch of selective information posted to us by those who manage to control everything.

If our entire history (including your own, personal past) is constructed from ‘facts’ presented to you by the ‘authorities’ in your world, then who’s to say whether the ‘story’ you’re piecing together about who you are and where you come from has, indeed, any basis in truth?

‘Facts’ – as we are finding more and more now (every day) – are pretty unreliable, at best. They are incomplete and inconclusive and not worth a jot or a tittle if they are beyond question and scrutiny. The sinister plot to fabricate history and our daily news is an attempt to eradicate myth and divine storytelling. It is an attempt to remove all mysticism and spirituality and this process is disconnecting us from our soul-connectedness, sterilising all humanity with the swab of manipulated logic and half-baked statistics. We cannot live like this. Deep down, we ‘know’ there is much more to life than what is being reported to us by selective outlets as ‘science’. We ‘know’ that we are wholly dissatisfied by what we hear. We ‘know’, intuitively, that there is much more to be known. We ‘know’ that there is much to our story, and we must demand to hear more, know the truth.

We are divine beings, still trapped in a confined, limited, linear landscape. From this, we seek release, freedom, the ability to make choices, to dream, to recreate ourselves and we can only do this by reconnecting to our atavistic roots. We owe it not just to our ancestors who became enslaved by the polluted lies and clever cover-ups of the ruling elite, but to the limitless hopes and prosperity of our divine children, whose only desire is to know their true origins.

We are a divine species. We are born from pure light.

The world of metaphors and symbolism offers us divine insight, and based only on these, we can construct a more reliable, more beautifully cohesive story – a dream in which all of the people on this planet can share. Our earth – this planet – this heavenly paradise among the stars, has always held a beautiful, co-creative dream for all its creatures. One without separation. This is the only dream, seen thus far only by the mystics and the dreamers that have come to pass and all you brazen storytellers – you fearless artists out there – those seeking to ‘know’ and work with the holy spirit of truth itself.

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The Pisces New Moon (Mar 13), conjunct its ruler, Neptune, and an exalted Venus sits precisely at the midpoint of the current Saturn/Uranus square. It provides us with a powerful opportunity to see through all illusions and to subtly, subliminally integrate the old with the new.

Our imagination, or ability to dream a new dream, takes on profound originality, offering something unique, distinctive, and original to our vision of an emerging new world. It is through our distinct individuality and uniqueness, our intention to refuse to compromise our will in any way that opens the way to deep mysticism and soul-searching so we can come to a more inclusive understanding of what is and what could be."

[onawah]

Risa Astrology--Three Spring Festivals & Saving Forces
3/12/21
https://freeweekly.com/2021/03/12/three-spring-festivals-saving-forces/

"Each spring, at the three spring full moon festivals (Aries, Taurus, Gemini), three extra-planetary forces stream into the Earth to assist humanity especially during times of crisis (a time we are in now). These Three Forces are the Forces of Restoration (Aries, restoring humanity’s psychological well-being), Enlightenment (Taurus/Wesak, helping humanity to see clearly) and Reconstruction (Gemini, ushering in a new creative activity for a waiting world). These Forces began to stream into humanity after the devastation wrought on humanity during WW2.

We have much in common now with the WW2 aftermath – fatigue, continual warfare, confusion, death, etc. It is even a larger menace now for the “killing” occurring is the mind of humanity. Then as is now, the battle was/is between the Forces of Light and Forces of Darkness. It is thus most important this year, 2021 (year of choice), to know about these Three Saving Forces.

We are continuing the phase of the old ways breaking down, making way for the new Aquarian era/Age. Everything is changing under the new sign, planets and Rays. It is a cosmic change of seasons thus calling for new responses. An entirely new vibrational field is being formed on our planet, electrical in nature. We are shifting from the Age of devotion (Pisces) to the Age of Knowledge (Aquarius), from belief to intelligence and intuition, from ignorance, speculation and opinion to the Rain Cloud of Knowable Things. This shift is not easy. Life is not as it was anymore and never will be again.

At each new age, new directions are given. For the Aquarian Age, these are the New Laws and Principles. They help us navigate this new era of Aquarius, whose foundational language and tool is astrology. So, during this interim time of transition from one Age to the next, two paths are seen. One left, one right, one bright and shiny, twinkling our future, the other dark hiding under a false light. It is humanity’s test of discernment. And so, all around us, each day, humanity chooses.

ARIES: It’s best to be careful when out and about. You’re experiencing the energies of Pisces, which means one can be a bit confused when in the midst of crowds for any length of time. It’s best to be reflective, solitary, and with only a few people who understand (astrology) and support your many endeavors. Dreams and visions are important now. What are your visions for the future and how/where do you see yourself in the coming years?

TAURUS: Each day you enter a dream state, a place where your creativity is activated and you help to prepare us for a future world of safety and survival. You attempt to share this with others but so often people become impatient. You stand solitary in your knowledge knowing it’s your responsibility to bring forth the resources (land) needed to create the new world era. Everyone around you has their own gift to bring forth. You recognize them. Then they do too.

GEMINI: Where are you and what are you doing each day? Who do relate to and what are you reading? What are your future plans and are you following circadian rhythms? What are you hoping for and what do you need? Can you answer these questions? Your answers are like a preliminary resume to join a spiritual group, ashram, community. All answers are correct. We’d like to get to know you more. What meadows are you in these days? What flowers are blooming?

CANCER: Are you considering a journey soon? Have your thoughts and perceptions changed? Do you find fearful or angry or aggressive thoughts in your mind and do you feel guilty or righteous about them? It seems essential that your home be clean, well lit, ordered and organized. Even if little gets accomplished, do one kind action each day. A greenhouse, a pergola, and car and/or a boat (for you or another) are good items to invest in.

LEO: A reorientation is taking place in your life creating a state of transformation. You are often so hidden behind multiple veils. All that you have cultivated as talents, gifts and abilities will be called forth in the times to come. Are people, cultures, journeys or geographies calling to you from a distance. Your response will change your life forever. Enter into the deeper mysteries. The temple door has opened.

VIRGO: Signs in opposition, like Virgo and Pisces, create an interplay of the known and the unknown, ups and downs, here and there, etc. until the two, alarmed by each other, finally accept, integrate, fuse, blend, synthesize and make peace together. All the sign must do this with their opposites. With Sun, Venus and Neptune in Pisces and Mars in Gemini, synthesis can occur. Virgo is the sign of service preparing for the saving quality in Pisces. The two of you are one.

LIBRA: You may feel exhausted when confronted with the present state of more work than usual. You may also feel a wounding that is difficult to express. There’s a purpose to that wounding. It provides us with the needed compassion for others, which is a healing. It’s challenging to have the courage to clearly articulate your wound without judgment and blame. Wounds become life tools. They balance us and love us.

SCORPIO: if you surrender completely to your creativity, you will be rewarded with an expansion of gifts you did not know existed. Creativity for you works under the inspiration of aspiration and vision, which then summons the essential beauty which all forms veil. You are to bring forth this revelatory essence of beauty. It is what underlies your life-purposes, which motivates your life’s events, past, present and future. Do you understand this?

SAGITTARIUS: Know that your well-being is intact no matter how you feel or sense things to be. No matter what you think your financial situation is, there are realistic new resources and avenues available so you can rest easy and not enter into states of unease, unreality or feelings of lack. Nothing needs doing. You are supported by all the energies in the heavens. Turn to others and also offer them this support. Your supply then becomes limitless. Saturn will see to it.

CAPRICORN: You may be called to express yourself in ways that could upend people’s belief systems. We live in a Ray 4 reality. Ray 4 is the new harmony emerging from chaos and conflict. You always attempt to express new ideas with compassion, clarity, sensitivity and kindness. When finding yourself in difficulty with another, do the following. Visualize a line of light from your heart to their heart, your Soul to their Soul (5-pointed star above our heads). Then the Soul, which is love, takes over. Leaving you free. What’s blooming where you are?

AQUARIUS: You’ve returned to a place where you again ask the questions, “Why am I here, what is here that supports me, where is my home and where do I go from here?”At times you wonder if there are enough resources to support your visions. You dream of home, land, gardens, chickens, lots of friends, family, the arts and community. Keep visualizing, keep dreaming. Do only what you love. Simultaneously, serve others, supporting their well-being, security, and self-esteem. All that is given is returned one-hundred-fold.

PISCES: All Pisces, during Pisces turn inwards deep within themselves. This happens naturally with Sun, Venus and Neptune in Pisces. Neptune in Pisces will continue for the next four years, until March 30, 2025 (year of the Precipitation), when Neptune enters Aries. A subtle change and refinement of life will take place till then, allowing for greater wisdom, work and accomplishments that may seem like miracles. They are your visions and tasks this lifetime coming into manifestation. Maintain faith, patience and serenity at all times."

~Risa – writer, teacher, counselor, mentor, astrologer, esotericist

Founder & Director…The Esoteric & Astrological Studies & Research Institute — a contemporary Wisdom School for the Ageless Wisdom teachings.

The foundations of the Teachings are the study & application of Astrology

& the Seven Rays.

~Email: risagoodwill@gmail.com

~Web journal: www.nightlightnews.org/

~Facebook: Risa D’Angeles & Risa’s Esoteric Astrology (2 FB pages)

[onawah]

MOON at 23°04′ PISCES –
Saturday, March 13, 2021
https://angstoic.com/2021/03/floating-in-the-sea-of-nothingness-the-new-moon-at-2304-pisces-saturday-march-13-2021/

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"If you are feeling somewhat puzzled and confused about what on earth is going on, then this is not unexpected, nor are you likely to feel alone. You may be sensitive, and you may be incredibly intuitive, and if you are both you may be sensing just how impossible it is to navigate clearly through these turbulent times. All may not be what it seems because it has never been so. It has never been, and there is much that has been hidden from you, but as you become ever more sensitive and more intuitively attuned, you start to question where we are moving towards and why.

These are not easy times. It’s questionable whether we ever had it easy. But at least these days they could so easily be easy. They could be anything we want them to be, and at least we have choices. Instead, they are confronting and frightening in a whole new way. As each day passes, we come to wonder how it is we’ve coped with the inequity, indifference and sheer ignorance of us humans, the utter cruelty and unkindness that has played out around us, even among our kind. Many questions that not only beg for answers but in many ways leave us shaking our heads in dismay and disbelief at how we did not act upon the obvious solutions.

With Neptune, now in the final decan of Pisces, humanity is reaching a new crescendo in sensitivity and telepathic empathy. It still remains a great mystery how the switch flicking from ‘victim-to-warrior’ Chiron and ‘me-to-mine’ Uranus will continue to play out. Here on earth, interesting new players are entering the sociopolitical and economic management realms, instantly superseding yesterday’s superheroes and setting forth obscure, somewhat disturbing new revelations about tomorrow.

Whilst yesterday becomes even more exposed, this unnerving new ‘future’ is one that’s either urgently sought after or dreaded by many. Whatever the ‘solutions’ posed and implemented by humankind, we get the sense that they have the potential to seriously overturn our world, make it immediately unrecognisable and strange – provided we accept them in time. Adjusting to sudden changes can be challenging, even to the most flexible and intelligent of humans.

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There is something subtly solvent in the mysterious nature of a Pisces New Moon. Pisces symbolises the final phase of any entity’s incarnation: the phase of its dissolution or ‘disappearance’ as a distinct entity and its transcendence into spirit. Like all New Moons, the Pisces New Moon actually introduces something new, yet its dissolvent agency actually manifests as a supreme ending of sorts.

Therefore, it is difficult to say whether this particular New Moon heralds a new beginning or a final ending, begging the question of whether there’s such a thing as a beginning or an end anyway since the great cosmic cycle is perpetual and infinitely eternal. We might say then, that it is only when we reach the end of what we desire to know, that we arrive at a place where we begin to sense it. Here, we enter a new dimension.

So indeed, in order to evolve to its utter fulfilment, an entity must reach a point of dissolution (Pisces), where it ceases to matter, yet becomes infinitely accessible, meaningful only to the higher self (spirit) before it then reincarnates into a myriad of possibilities.

This is how dreams work.
And this is how the quantum field generates its wish fulfilment. Mostly though, this is where we realise that what we once set out to know, was not worth knowing.

Hence, in the lead-up to this lunation, we may have sensed a hypnotic veil shrouding over all of us, casting an indefinable spell of emotional confusion and mental disarray. Are things clearly there or are they just a dream of what we would like them to be? Things are either divinely ideal or perfectly chaotic; one is simultaneously empathetic and apathetic. We are left in a quandary about what on earth is going on and wondering whether it matters a lot, or not at all.

RULERSHIP and CONJUNCTION FROM NEPTUNE:
The ego-disintegrating impact of this Pisces lunation is further diffused in that its mysterious ruler, Neptune is also transiting this sign. The sheer ego-dissolving forces of Neptune have been washing over us like a cavalcade of crashing waves, subtly eroding boundaries and heightening sensitivity to excruciating levels of emotional vulnerability and confusion. Opening us up to experience a multitude of alternative dimensions, we have been particularly prone to daydream, seeking refuge in fantastical visions, nihilism, as well as an equally dangerous susceptibility to new, totalising, utopian ideas. Of course, the cost of getting too ‘lost at sea’ could leave us feeling victimised, misunderstood, deeply disillusioned, divinely dissatisfied, or downright undermined and deceived.

This has not been terribly grounding or assuring, but necessary since we need to be able to sense one another’s perspective – really feel empathy for where one another is coming from if that is at all possible.

However, if we have become too emotionally enmeshed into our environment/relationships/ideas and beliefs, this lunation could expose which parts of our identity are wanting to slip away – the part of our ego invested into falsity that now seeks to dissolve. It is possible that you are struggling to understand or accept what this is really all about right now, even as you read this.

Are some things just making you question, what on earth is this all about??


Often, our old sense of self-distinction – that part of us by which we have sought to define our character eventually becomes eroded and defrayed to such a point where it eventually gives way. Anything not supported in this present-tense reality comes to an end, slips away so that something truly divine can emerge. The intrinsic spirit seeks expression, and as it does, something miraculous can emerge and begin anew.

After a long period of unfreedom – any false attachment to a singular interpretive structure – it is necessary for the development of a free spirit. For instance, religious dogma can create such a false sense of unfreedom that we can feel entrapped in it merely by our own erroneous beliefs. As the dogma dies, becomes eroded or washed away by the sea of disillusionment, it perishes along with our limited concept of God. What emerges is a true, indefinable connection to spirit, which is of central importance to Neptune’s process through Pisces.

Also, this cultural breeding of “scarcity” and the need to scramble, quarrel and compete for the limited resources on this strip-mined planet has created another trap of false unfreedom. We have done some horrible things in order to survive, worst of which is to pimp out our children to these ‘educational facilities’ called schools – which are, as it turns out, merely indoctrination centres for the ’employment market’. The exploitation and abuse of our kind start with a voluntary surrender of our offspring to a system that gives back nothing but a psychology of greater fear and limitation, and if you don’t buy it, the system has ways of shutting you out into some kind of asylum or institution.

This New Moon is about making an intention to dive deep within and make the dream real in one’s inner being first. Whilst it can feel a little scary and isolating, this is the main priority over the next 12 months – a difficult transitional year (of the next 3-4), where humanity must make some strong agreements upon how it will align its own resonant frequency to the higher vibrational field currently resonating over this planet’s lightwaves, earth, winds and seas. We must learn to come into oneness with this planet’s vibration. Any discord will present to us as major storms.

Blessings, and may you have an amazing New Moon xx "

[onawah]

Next Stop: Brave New World THE WEEK AHEAD: March 15-20
https://angstoic.com/2021/03/next-stop-brave-new-world-the-week-ahead-march-15-21/

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"By the end of this week, the (now-Neptunified) SUN finally leaves Pisces and reaches the all critical Aries Equinox.

In the remaining days, the hypersensitised ego has all but fully dissolved, exposing nothing but a refined soul who is ready to be incarnated into its new, 2021 form.

Are you ready for a full spiritual upgrade?
What does this mean for you?


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The Sun's position on March 20, 2021, marks the true commencement of the year ahead - perhaps the most transformative year we' beings' are yet to experience on this planet.


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Of course, we're not all turning into nothings - some of us are really turning into somethings. The rapid metamorphosing of the human race poses a significant transformational crisis in what will sooner rather than later be considered as the neo-global citizen, but it's not what you think and who you might imagine it to be or why.

Tremendous twists and turns at every juncture, as if Kafka spoke to Orwell and they both agreed that Huxley maybe was indeed a little closer to the mark - that it's not so much that folks are forcibly cajoled into coercion by a ‘ruling minority' as such but that they're willing to become pliant - subtly unaware of their own subservience and just how much they're happy and willing to accept it.

As Huxley said himself: "‘...the lust for power can be just as completely satisfied by hoaxing people into loving their servitude as can be by flogging and kicking them into obedience. In other words, I feel that the nightmare of 'Nineteen Eighty-Four' is destined to modulate into the nightmare of a world having more resemblance to that which I imagined in Brave New World."... which basically suggests that it's easier to keep a population from dissenting against their ruling oligarchs if you gaslight them into a belief that they are in danger of being sick and though there’s nothing wrong that you have the drug (he called it "soma") that was universally deployed to keep the people in ‘loving their servitude’ to the state. Huxley's book was 'Brave New World' and you should read it but I bet you won't because you're more into the FB memes (that's cool).

Yet, when you wake up in a surreal world - one where all your habit patterns; all your plans; your dreams; the whole damned way in which you had configured your life begins not to just to fall to pieces almost overnight, but when you find yourself against a force that does not lend itself to the way you had previously ever designed your world to be, then is the only recourse not to get a little wild?

Naturally, you may be just a little tempted to rail desperately against all of this, with all of your faculties and all of your devices; with whatever you got, but of course, as Snowden, Assange, Navalny and Kashogi might have told us long ago(and you know it), you don’t stand a ****ing chance.

The only real chance, and I hinted at this in our latest bus video, is to tune in by tuning out (or is it tuning out by tuning in... I forget).

In any case, I will be back again real soon, just to remind you until somebody cancels me (probably you)..."

[onawah]

The Dying of the Old Patriarch: THE WEEK AHEAD
April 5-11
https://angstoic.com/2021/04/the-dying-of-the-old-patriarch-the-week-ahead-april-5-11/?utm_medium=email&utm_source=getresponse&utm_content=The+Dying+of+the+Old+Patriarch%3A+THE+WEEK+AHEAD%3A+April+5-11&utm_campaign=Ang+Stoic+Free+Newsletter

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"The Moon completes her final quarter through Capricorn, Aquarius and Pisces this week before finally heading into Aries-land for the weekend. This is the sector of skies where all the planetary activity lies, so with Mercury, Chiron and Venus flanking the Aries Sun, let’s be prepared for an interesting week in the lead-up to next Monday’s New Moon.

As we are observing at this tense, last-quarter phase, the headstrong and self-willed Aries has had nearly enough of Capricorn’s ‘doing the right thing’ hypocrisies, which is a concern for all those who resonate with the stern, Cardinal Earth sign. Seems like things are about to swing, if not swiftly and decisively, then possibly violently. Planets in Aries stand for nothing but themselves and will ram anyone who crosses them, again and again until they get their way, taking no prisoners. Aided by the progressive, reforming energies of Jupiter/Saturn in Aquarius, this spearheads us into yet another level of awareness that humankind’s divergence into two distinct levels of consciousness is finally here. It is evident with every encounter that we are either in one camp or another, and the difference between the two is nearly palpable.

Of course, whichever team you think you’re in, it’s always the right one – it’s the others who are in the wrong. This is why we cannot have world peace right now, because according to someone – anyone you ask, it’s always others who aren’t lifting their game.

Here’s a list of the key transits this week…

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Venus, now moving toward the evening skies makes some pleasant contacts with both Mars and Jupiter, and in a very selfish, careless way inspires us to go ahead and do things that make us feel good, without considering the ramifications of our actions. Mars is in square to Neptune, creating a considerable degree of fuzziness in the way we’re asserting our big egos out there. You may find that many of your impulses originate from the unconscious mind, and so it can be difficult to perceive them correctly or to understand their nature. Caution is necessary before charging into anything, especially when driving (Mars is in Gemini) or getting into situations where you feel impelled to act in certain ways, or argue certain points whilst in a state of confusion. Hidden, powerful motivations are directing your choices.

Squares suggest some degree of frustration, and both the energies of Mars and Neptune will seem mutually inhibiting this week, creating distortions in both their favoured modes of expression. The Martial energy operates on an intermittently argumentative course through Gemini, ranging from an obsessive urge to lash out verbally, to almost recanting at times, leaving us with a minimum of motivation and vitality to even finish what we started. The Neptunian ebb and flow messes with our sense of assertiveness, distorting our thoughts and ideas via disconcerting emotional impulses, generating strange imaginations and obsessions, or negative types of habit-patterned or sentimental behaviour, which can be essentially self-destructive especially if we are vulnerable to the Neptunian predilections for booze, drugs and compulsive sexual obsessions.

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Speaking of squares, there are some grindingly tense developments in the astrology of June/July which are perhaps worth foreshadowing throughout April/May. As mentioned, this is mostly a result of worlds colliding, both in the spiritual (metaphysical) and secular (physical) levels of our perceptive experience. Yes, we must keep a foot in both camps if we are to maintain some degree of mastery of this transition to the new world. Slow-moving transitory squares between Saturn/Uranus and Pluto/Eris indicate an anxious base frequency endemic in all cumulative energies throughout 2021. Where these contact the Nodal Axis, there is every indication that these powerfully alchemising transits are affecting the survival and evolutionary progress of all sentient beings on this planet.

Pluto’s partile sesquisquare to the North Node becomes partile this week on the day of the Aries New Moon. The Pluto/Node contact suggests an oppressive heaviness, an overwhelming pressure for deeply transformative change – a “gun to the head”-type force which leaves us no option but to succumb to extreme demand or face elimination. With Pluto in Capricorn, this massive force (wherever one feels it) motions us more towards the patriarchal (fatherly rule) gestures of social responsibility, where we are ‘nudged’ towards “doing the right thing”. This is all well and good when the benefits of civic compliance are all out in the open, but as we know, with Pluto, much is hidden beneath the surface. Pluto’s sinister intent is always with an agenda to commandeer our soul into some permanently binding contractual agreement, where most of the energetic implications of the arrangement remain buried in secrecy, immuned to questioning or inquiry, entirely obscured from view and largely designed to keep you enslaved to something “until death do you part”. Whether you’re conscious of the obligatory pull or not, there seems to be a force there, holding you to your role.

Ruled by Saturn, Pluto brings out the more unpropitious elements of Capricorn (Cardinal/Earth) – those shadow traits that relate to the mythological Kronos, the mythical symbol of the cynical father – a weak and infirm old man – the dying king. Here, in the last degrees of Pluto’s transit through Capricorn (2008-2024) we start to see a distinct shadow figure of the rigid-old-man, the disapproving father as it were, whose calcification of consciousness has evolved out of nothing but a morbid dread of his ageing weaknesses, his physical frailties and notions of his imminent mortality. The old man desperately clings to what was his, becoming plagued with maintaining a steadfast grip over his dominion by grimly dictating his own fears over all who fall under its jurisdiction.

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This cruel, unbending archetype became arguably cemented into our collective consciousness in the January of 2020, when Saturn was conjunct Pluto at 22°♑46′, slowly sending our world into a crippling state of collective disease and derangement as if proclaiming a subtle shift towards ultimate authoritarianism. Widespread panic and hysteria about catching a lethal virus then descended over the planet, like a black heavy cloud as state-imposed lockdowns, tight thought-control censorship, severe restrictions on social contact, travel, trade as well as stringent physical and artistic expressions were put into place, and kept there ever since until they are now somewhat part of our daily ‘normality’. These, of course, are hallmarks of authoritarianism’s adumbration over humankind throughout history. Apparently, this is what happens when Pluto transits the Capricorn every 250 years or so – empires fall. Those who care to look at the larger cycle will observe that this is the same deconstructive part of Pluto’s cycle which manifests as a final, mad dash for power and control over a crumbling and decaying dominion, which in fact did nothing but bring about the ultimate demise of Egypt, Babylon, Athens, Rome, Tenochtitlan; and, most recently, the decline of feudal Europe and the indigenous Americas in the mid-1700’s, and is now perhaps looking likely to destroy the entire earth.

But don’t you worry…

This model of malignant patriarchy has more to do with dominating and using force (might makes right) over others rather than engaging in a reciprocal, consultative kind of relationship. It is as if the dying old man has sensed that he has outlived his usefulness, and so in clutching to his fading legacy of supremacy; craving for that which he no longer holds, seeks to impose obstacles upon the growth and development for others. As Saturn moved into Aquarius this year, the archetype of the wicked father became typically dissociated from and lost touch with all feeling, with personable relatedness, with creativity and eros, with the heart and compassion, and love itself.

“Unlimited power in the hands of a few always leads to cruelty.”
-Alexander Solzhenitsyn

This cold, seemingly cruel archetype which now (currently indicated by Saturn and Pluto) threatens us with the most negative and malignant shades of patriarchy, suppresses the feminine, as well as kills the spontaneity of life itself. Its proponents, seen throughout governments, institutions and ‘father-figures’ exalt aggressive and exploitative attitudes, discriminating and judging as immature or “regressive” all those who don’t forcibly succumb to the old man’s “succeed and conquer” paradigm. The dark triad of Machiavellianism, psychopathy and narcissism are rampant, thereby subtly and subliminally trying to gaslight and brainwash our youth into the hardened ways of status and money-obsessed methods of a fast-fading world of consumerist capitalism.

Of course, hidden within this archetype is our own intrinsic power. As we start to see the cracks forming in the matrix of the old patriarchy, the transiting Aries Sun, recently conjunct Chiron and flanked by a soon-Hesperus (evening star) Venus, challenges us to find and speak our true intrinsic voice. Aries imbues each of us with a storming sense of urgency, the urge to access and step into our individual centre of empowerment and true authority. In so doing, we seek to ignite our individual will with the intrinsic spark of the authentic Self. Hence, the Aries New Moon becomes a moment of profound awareness of our ego-centre, that essence of self which is undeniably the source of all personal inspiration and self-identification

Squares from this Aries lunation to the Capricorn dynamic will symbolically challenge the mythic negative patriarchy and Saturn’s (Kronos) obsession with chrono-logical or spatial/linear (3D) perception of time. There’s nothing innately wrong with linear time, of course – it’s simply a construct of the human mind that can serve as a convenient tool for navigating our life. But taken to extremes, Saturn can use the instrument of limitation and space to become a tyrannical master. Chiron’s sextile serves to mediate this, just as a disruptive Uranean square attempts to symbolically dismantle the negative patriarchy, forcing it to step outside its ‘time-bound’ structures and initiating Kronos into a more synchronous, or ‘present moment’ consciousness – one where time is experienced as a radial matrix whose center is here and now.

Neptune’s semisquare from Pisces to both Saturn and Uranus holds governance over these now, reminding us that Dreamtime is neither linear nor single-pointed but circular, not fixed but fluid, not mechanistic or merely innovative but natural, not historical but ahistorical. Disrupting and dissolving the essential figure of Father Time, no longer living in a limited, clock-defined world where “time is money,” will subtly initiate humanity to the “syn-chronic” new world order – a boundless realm of infinite interconnectedness and inter-resonance between everything and everything else.

Of course, these are only dimensions of consciousness in which the synchronic realm the microcosm and macrocosm are mirrored reflections of each other, different iterations of the same underlying, harmonic fractal. Being an astrologer, I am frequently asked by individuals “when is all of this going to end”, which to me immediately betrays the contradictory struggle happening within every living soul – the need to see change, possibly for the better, but not be at all inclined to take one’s dutiful part in making the change happen.

Blessings, and have an amazing week xx"

[onawah]

Pluto and the Disease of Control
April 2, 2021
https://angstoic.com/2021/04/pluto-and-the-disease-of-control/

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"PLUTO’s full-blown control-freaks and powermongers are more like necrophiliacs now; their sick desire to control the entire planet, suck out all of life is a perverse violation against our very nature whose abundant creative force and spontaneity they both crave and fear. More and more, this invisible lust for power is a morbid grab toward total death and destruction itself, something by which they are secretly aroused.

From a cosmic perspective, our planetary attempts at ‘civic’ orderliness; our shambolic effort at “civilization” has once again become exposed as being merely an infectiously virulent, metastasizing eruption of mass psychosis, threatening to destroy not only its human host but also the entire biosphere that supports life, both on earth and under our seas. Apparently, this is what happens when Pluto transits the Capricorn – empires fall. However, this time the dark underlord’s ravenous, voracious, rapacious hunger for glory, status, money, influence, political supremacy will cause it to literally devour everything on the planet, including, finally, itself.

His ruthlessness knows no boundaries; his ambition tramples over all frontiers; his corruption eats away at any edges; his obnoxious arrogance obliterates any limitations, however firm. Obsessive in his desire, Pluto penetrates any membrane without any hint of empathy.

These dark, corrosive characteristics all tend to push the individual’s awareness away from the source and toward the extremes, always shunning away from the light of creativeness and into shadows of destruction and depravity. Once the initial germ of infection sets in, the Plutonic urge to hijack the spirit, dominate and distort the light runs rampant. Here, the abuse of a child, the rape of a woman, the defilement of a people, the denigration of an entire culture – it’s all the same. Power is his end game.

This disease to control everything and everyone – to have others submit to the “do as I say” principle of Capricorn’s patriarchal hypocrisy is nothing but an unchecked psychopathic obsession running rampant, getting worse and worse by the hour…

You are not immune from it. Each time you point the finger and cast a censorious judgement, throwing shade upon others without looking closely at yourself you show signs that you are infected. Many are already too far gone. They are gathering at the extreme edges, coagulating into curdles of dead-souls, amassing into oblivious brigades of zombies, ready to fight it out in Pluto’s game of social descent.

If you are out on the edges… holding extreme views and carping them off with extreme measures, playing your dark little games of feigning to be somewhat superior to others, it’s likely that your soul, too, is contaminated by this virus. You are possessed by Pluto’s insidious bug, that seeks to satisfy its own narcissistic cravings for short-lived social kudos, quenching its lust through some depraved orgasmic release, attaining ‘power and glory’ in the hollow victory of short-term profits, without a trace of any soul-awareness of the long-term implications of your predatory actions.

I might sound like I’m preaching a little bit here, but just bear in mind – this is the same part of Pluto’s cycle that manifested as an unstoppable mania for power and prestige – ultimately bringing about the fall of Egypt, Babylon, Athens, Rome, Tenochtitlan; (most recently – about 250 years ago) the decline of feudal Europe and the indigenous Americas, and is perhaps now looking likely to destroy the entire earth.

One difference…
An emerging new consciousness is starting to radiate out from behind your eyes, shining profound levels of heart-light upon the narcissistic misapprehension of your mirrored self; a light so bright it can obliterate the darkness in the old corners and corridors of power, turning reality on its head."


GEMINI NORTH NODE REMINDER
April 7, 2021
https://angstoic.com/2021/04/gemini-north-node-reminder/


"Remember, you ain’t going to hear ‘the truth’ because you’re not likely to accept just one story or stick with any one detail. You’re most likely going to want to keep an open mind throughout all this.

GEMINI NORTH NODE suggests we’re more comfortable with seeing different aspects, hearing differing opinions, embracing diverse views and life’s general ambiguity rather than insisting on an absolute answer or ‘truth’.

Your “honest opinion”, whilst sincerely valued for its honesty, needs to leave plenty of room for nature’s cosmic law to exercise her divine will and restore justice and balance.

Also, another marker that things are heading south is the collapse of the distinction between truth and fiction (and the chaos this engenders), further opening the gateway to fascist, tyrannical forces – both out in the world and within our own mind – whose only desire is to divide our thinking, control and manipulate us."

[onawah]

NEW MOON at 22°♈25' - The death of the old patriarch, the birth of a new dreamworld
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"Greetings Fellow Travellers,

It is the darkest phase of the Moon, a tender time when the energetic field is in a letting-go stage of its current incarnation. Nothing makes way for the new like a sacred purge - the body, mind, spirit willing to flush any toxicities, make way for the kernel of creation that will germinate at New Moon.

Similarly, nothing augurs an ending like this potent lunation. The past two weeks, since the Chirotic Full Moon (Mar 29) has indeed been a painful time, one where we have been confronted with our wounds, the residue of trauma and shame that we carry both in our bodies and in our collective memories through our patrilineal history. In the past fortnight, we have sensed much grief, the pain of deeply gauging complexes; complexes that we cannot heal. It is the pain that stays with us, moon after moon, purge after purge.

We cannot rid ourselves of our wound complexes. Rather, we can become consciously aware of them. What becomes most significant to us in the moon cycle is how we deal with our emotional complexes - the psychic agencies that flavour and circumscribe our subconscious approach to the world.

Jung calls it the "via Regia" [Regal pathway] to our unconscious "...however, it is not the dream … but the complex which is the author of dreams and of symptoms.”

Those of you following my astrological narratives on the 'Cosmic Bus' are familiar that we have been speaking about authority, sovereignty and exploring who is the author of our being - the symposium of electromagnetic fields that compose our energetic complex.

Our complexes are the living elemental aspects of our soul, the living sun/moon/planetary relationship, acting and reacting as the focal or nodal points of psychic life, in which the energy charge of the various archetypes of the collective unconscious is concentrated.

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At the dark of this moon, squaring Pluto in the final degrees of Capricorn, something major is dying: the archetype of the toxic patriarch, which has more to do with dominating and exerting force (“might makes right”) over others rather than participating in a reciprocal, conciliatory, equilateral relationship. The 'dying old king' symbolically represents an absolute authoritarian position in our consciousness that has outlived its purpose and meaningfulness and thus now stands as an obstruction to the new growth and development of consciousness itself. We see this decay wherever we see pessimism, disease, fear and death.

This archetypal figure of the dying, morose father shows a civilization in decline, in need of being liquefied, dissolved, and de-solidified, of being given an alchemical immersion in the healing and rejuvenating waters of the collective psyche.

As the Moon approaches the Aries Sun, Venus and Eris, our body's emotionally charged complexes become the epicentre of powerful magnetic fields, opening up its attractive force and potentially assimilating to it anything that bears specific resonance to our intrinsically unique self, a mirroring energetic relevance in the cosmos, vital to the formation of a new being.

This sacred inner process can be observed most intensely at the height of this lunation, as it enacts itself in the outer world when we react to outer events or come into contact with those whose activated complexes become drafted into our process of self-awareness, playing an interchangeable part in the development of our psyche and its consciousness of the ego.

As we are observing over the past few years, the entire of our species has seemed to split off, become divergent into two separate realms. There are those who are possessed by the lowest, primordial instincts for survival, compelled to unconsciously act out so as to give shape and living form to the archetypal, daemonic energies of control over the dominion of the third dimension. As we have discussed, these individuals seem entirely split off from consciousness, the corporeal body governed by the entity of darkness; the auspices of envy, jealousy and greed, ruled by a daemonic sovereign who, in his desperately malevolent essence, is prepared to reign strife and mayhem over this planet in order to survive. And yet, as we are seeing, the dominion of the third dimension and its principles of scarcity and division are also falling away, dissolving into the sea.

What is being borne in the new earth is a light-being, possessed only with a highly individuated set of autonomous complexes, the development of a seemingly independent will, a self-governing entity whose agency of individual sovereignty subsists in a quasi-life of its own and can potentially engulf and possess the total personality in a balanced, healthy, higher-dimensional form.

It is time to clear the path now, ignite the light for a distinctly new direction.

Blessings, and may you have an amazing new moon xx "

[onawah]

Dispelling The Dreaded Curse: SCORPIO SUPERMOON at 07°♏06
Tuesday, April 27 at 3:33 UTC
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"At the culminating phase of the moon’s synodic cycle, we are provided with a unique opportunity to observe our most deeply troubling personal matters, approach them with some degree of maturity and wisdom and consider how we might proceed in order to get the best out of our experience. The moon is closer to the earth and in her sign of utmost detriment, perhaps elucidating emotions that we are commonly not comfortable seeing among one another, especially under otherwise ordinary circumstances.
At Full Moon, the primal Solar/Lunar energies dissipate, pulling away as if separating from one another. Conscious ego-desires (Sun) which are usually trying to coherently marry with our unconscious needs (Moon) appear now to be at tremendous odds. We may try to keep it all together, but at times like these, there seems to be great disparity and attention needed to make ends meet.

Something is not sitting well, perhaps hidden, and our soul feels torn by inner conflict. By projection, it is often through some kind of relationship crisis that we come to recognise what’s eating at us; whether certain situations are working out for us or we appear to have lost control or power. Critical decisions may need to be made on which way to go, and it’s important that we meet these with some degree of responsibility and care to reach an agreement and avoid loss and separation.

This intensely bright Scorpio Moon, now in opposition to the Taurus Sun, lucidly exposes the elemental qualities of both fixed/feminine (receptive) signs, holding up their modal qualities at their most diametrical. Both signs like to hang on to stuff like it’s a matter of life and death – the watery Scorpio to her emotions; the earthy Taurus to physical matter. When the luminaries form an opposition here, it dredges up a range of rigid attitudes around what we have vs. what we desire from others. It is a time when we must take firm stock of what we’re worth and how much we’re willing to give up or merge with others in order to attain some degree of balance and peace. As circumstances become more entrenched, we find ourselves grappling with others as we try to reconcile between issues of:

ownership vs. possession
constructiveness vs. destruction;
investment vs. divestment
placidity vs. enragement;
conservatism vs. change;
trust vs. suspicion;
stability vs. crisis;
security vs. meltdown.

The complexity of this dilemma, including contributing dynamics from other alignments, was discussed in our most recent episode of the cosmic bus. These planetary alignments, such as a hard-aspect Neptune; the Pluto stationing (retrograde hours after this lunation); the fixed T-square formed with Saturn/Uranus; the Mercury/Venus conjunction at the far rise of the Taurus Sun; and the Mars in Cancer (currently out of bounds) only add to the overall intensity, volatility and nervous tension surrounding this moment.

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Please look carefully at your empowering horoscope messages (below) for a more specific delineation of how to best handle the deeply transformative power of this moon. Where there is enormous tension, frustration and crisis, there is also tremendous opportunity to see unprecedented opportunity to look into our most primordial insecurities.

THE THREE RELATIONSHIP KILLERS:
Ultimately, no relationship can endure one-sided, fixed or unyielding terms of give-and-take. Sometimes, due to either/both parties’ stubbornness or unwillingness to change, conditions descend into a grim, decaying emotional paralysis. Situations are held to ransom by the highly manipulative, spiteful emotions of expectation, jealousy and possessiveness. At some point, any or all of these three elements will become toxic and possibly fatal to any arrangement. To be stung by any (or all) of these venomous pricks could mean a slow, silent but certain death once their poison enters the bloodstream of an otherwise healthy partnership. This is nature’s built-in obsolescence against fixation, inability to trust and a reluctance to just let something just ‘be’.

Possessiveness comes in only when we invite the fear of losing something. If we have assumed that we ‘own’ something that appears to be slipping away from our clutches, this will lead to nagging and destructive criticism. Eventually, the joy in the relationship will disappear completely because the sense of freedom is gone.

Expectations soon become limiting and unreasonable and when they are no longer able to be met ultimately result in disappointment.

Jealousy is the debilitating sensation of inadequacy in a relationship that generally arises when we compare our own worth to that of a third party. This ultimately leads to the crippling fear that we may be ignored, abandoned, humiliated or unloved. Wherever there is jealousy, toxic drama and disharmony follow. This eventually spoils any chance of building true intimacy or trust.

LEARNING TO TRUST
On this Full Moon, see how this lunation has been slowly, yet powerfully illuminating where you must detach yourself from any fixed expectations and possessiveness in your personal affairs. Look to the incidents that have enraged you, coming to some realisation of how your unchecked anger, spite, bitterness, jealousy, suspicion, denial, secrecy, separation anxiety, and horrors of abandonment or betrayal create shutdowns and blockages in your energetic system. Acceptance of the darker side of our emotions will help them to ease and eventually subside and a peaceable answer to your situation will appear.

Holding on to what has hurt us, whether recently or in the past, places us at the mercy of missing what life has to teach us. Similarly, if all we learned was to hold onto grudges; seek revenge; never let go or show compassion; judge others as good or evil; be suspicious or spiteful; stay emotionally on edge, waiting to inflict some harm, then we become stuck in the lower, vicious cycle of Scorpio.

The universe does not present us with emotional conflicts to block access to our heart. The universe only presents us with opportunities to find ways to open it. Through some necessary re-negotiating our fixed terms or finding amicable ways to divest or part ways, the precious emotional investments we make in others can come to a more satisfying sense of appreciation. When we learn to see how blockages only hinder our growth, we raise the ceiling of hope and opportunity for growth.

By releasing the curse of fixated emotions, we develop compassion, learn to listen patiently, understand lovingly – not through suspicion, demandingness and wild speculation but through practising empathy and developing ways for non-violent conflict resolution. Here, this Scorpio Full Moon presents us with a golden opportunity which, through calm, caring, compassionate maturity, we see how successfully we can transform any infantile dispute into a spiritually transformative experience.

Enjoy the wonderful gifts showered upon you by this blessed Full Moon xx "

[onawah]

The Dissipation of Glamour, Hubris and Other Delusions: THE WEEK AHEAD – May 17-23
May 17, 2021
https://angstoic.com/2021/05/the-dissipation-of-glamour-hubris-and-other-delusions-the-week-ahead-may-17-23/

"In the final, grounding week of the Sun’s passage through Taurus, the Moon will traverse the ‘relationship sector’ of signs (Leo through Scorpio), providing a much-needed appraisal of all contracts in our lives – specifically those whom we allow to take up much of our more intimate attention by, more often than not, somehow trying to sell us something that doesn’t really matter or even exist outside the constructs of their fabulously glamorising minds.

Forming her First Quarter on Wednesday at the final, most bombastic degree of Leo, this critical lunar phase is the last before the Supermoon Eclipse on May 26 (05°♐26′). The formation of a dissociative T-square to Jupiter (now in highly voluble Pisces) will remain in orb to both of these quarterly events, as the Sun and Moon will also come to occupy mutable territory themselves.


By Thursday, the Sun will join Mercury and Venus, now seen as evening stars near the Gemini North Node end, and all will be squaring Neptune in Pisces (the Great Dissolvent) over the next three weeks, providing a warning to those lost in their own, lonely little dream world, drifting through life in a perpetual fog of exclusivity and entitlement, unable to see things clearly. The veil of illusions, pretensions and glamourisations has to be lifted and the pursuit of a much clearer vision of mystical experiences awaits those who can come down from the hubristic high, stay centred and in a pure, meditative space, without distractions and dependencies of ego-falsehoods. It is the devious, twisting, planning mind and the rapidity with which people can use it to deceive themselves (and often seek to deceive others) that greatly hinders their work of clearing away glamour.

Saturn stations to retrograde on Sunday (23rd), preceding Mercury’s station the following Saturday (29th). As we sail into eclipse terrain, one has an overwhelming sense that the world is on the brink of something hugely humbling… something that could bring even the mightiest giant down to his knees. What could that ‘something’ be? Surely we are not lost in a sea of wishful thinking and false projections…

Let’s take a look at the main transits, and look briefly at this week’s cosmic hot spots:

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THE FIRST QUARTER LEO MOON at 29°♌01′

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hunter becomes hunted
Here, at the critical degree of fixed signs, we see a pressing crisis in action since both luminaries (Sun & Moon) are clashing with Mars (fallen in Cancer) and Jupiter (dignified in Pisces). Those activated here will feel immense confidence and an almost hubristic desire to show others how much they value themselves, exuding an exorbitant sense of optimism and enthusiasm that hinges dangerously towards the belligerent, self-righteous and opinionated. Needless to say, we see those qualities not sitting too well against the pride and integrity of anyone who takes offence.

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The Taurean Sun’s rulership over the Leo Moon generates excessive confidence, one whose self-belief is so strong that it feels not in need of verification or permission from others, sticking to strongly deterministic opinions which, whilst generally correct, may clash with the opinions of others who, as it appears, are also immutably correct.

Where decisions need to be made over matters of moral disagreement, there may be a stubborn refusal to change one’s mind. Inflexibility and intolerance are present in each of us – the ego has to draw the line somewhere to maintain some integrity. If we are not careful to keep an open mind, the watery ♂/♃ alignment conjures volatile judgments and confused reactions; motives already impaired by long-standing prejudices and ideological/religious dogma, which easily inflame minor reactions into nasty and protracted wars. The Sun’s ruler, Venus, aligned on the Gemini NN is a reminder to open our ears and listen to others, try to be a little more humble and restrain our pride – remembering that we cannot ‘be right’ and also expect to have peace.

Compromising may be another matter though since for all of this year (so far) many have felt the unyielding effect of being locked into the fixity of mind brought about by both Jupiter and Saturn – both gas giants singing from the ‘groupthink’ hymnbook of Aquarius (fixed/air). While this has definitely helped to push forward ideas about change, reform and innovation in today’s society, the anger, resistance and frustration this has generated among many whose fixed views about how the world should go and refusal to see eye to eye (“it’s OUR way or no way at all’) continues to bring tempers to a boil when things seem to look impossibly irreconcilable, especially with a looming second square from Uranus in June.

SATURN stationing at 13°♒31′ to retrograde May 23 – Oct 11, 2021

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During this period we are pressed to retrace our steps and review how well we have adhered to the structures and duties lain down since Saturn entered his first shadow phase through Aquarius (Feb 14). Saturn’s retrograde period provides an annual process that tests how well we have learned the lessons of the past three months, reviewing those things that seemed to matter most during this period and examine our grasp on physical reality. Our 3D picture of the physical world is merely a crystalised projection of how faithfully we have managed to exteriorise our authentic inner self, and naturally, this cannot defy the laws of gravity and physical sobriety. Hence, it is a time of critical self-judgement, scrutiny and even worries about how you are contributing toward the reality of others.

Have you been living up to expectations of what you think is realistically required of you?
Have you been accountable for the responsibilities of life?
Have you been dishing out expectations to others, attempting to hold them accountable?
Has there been some slacking, avoidance, stretching of facts, overspending of resources; procrastination; double standards in your relationship to society; some good, ol’-fashioned civic hypocrisy’ going down?
Time to look back at the most challenging events during the Phase 1 (Rx shadow) period of this retrograde, assess whether what you have been putting out is paving any real, concrete ground.

With Saturn in the first phases of Aquarius, the concern for impartial truth becomes paramount. In order to come to terms with ‘reality’, we must first become capable of setting aside our ego whims and fancies and see all issues – social or scientific – in the light of im­partial, universal law. In the course of the next 2 years, our ability to quiet the mind and steady the attention to a centred, non-binary way of thinking becomes the necessary prerequisite for the development of the Uranian intuitive faculties of Aquarius.

Saturn, concentrated here in this fixed-air sign, collectively presses the intellect for the steadiness of attention to key reformist themes, all necessary for this to take place, leading us into original scientific discoveries or new applications of scien­tific knowledge that will help humanity evolve to the next level of understanding 3D form and structure, its geometric nature and mathematical properties.

On a personal level, we start to get an internal reading on who and what seems reasonable and reliable to us; who can provide a sense of justice and accountability in our lives as well as how loyal, reliable and responsible we can be as friends and as members of groups with whom we work and socialise. We start recognising that in order to happily belong to highly structured, functional organisations, (societies, fraternities, nations, global humanitarian movements, etc), we must first become level-headed and mature, having a better, more up-to-date grip on universal laws.
Those who are grounded enough to be acutely attuned to their ‘inner reality vector’ will see this period presenting them with a unique set of opportunities to access this firm and direct ‘line of instruction’ from within. Listen to your intuition and how it confers with your sense of social conscience and act accordingly.

These next few months will hence mature into the alignment of instruction between the perfected, ‘higher self’ and that of the ‘lower (ego-attached) self’ – the one who still has much to learn in their journey here on earth. Rather than fear, what you act upon will feel like an affirmation that you are on the right path, managing the universal laws successfully enough to make a proper difference in your life and the lives of others. Naturally, with Rx Saturn again squaring Uranus (Jun 16) there may be crises brought about by selfish, obstinate and domineering attitudes – expectations of others to play the game according to your rules and to serve your personal interests (and vice versa), generating considerable anguish and tension throughout the next month.

In spite of any grief, turmoil and distress that appears to be going on leading into the eclipses, this period appears as an opportunity to learn something about our authentic selves. For those who defiantly deny the shifting emphasis of social pressures for reform and equanimity, this Saturn Rx period and the ensuing direct shadow phase (Oct 10, 2021 – Jan 15, 2022) will be a time of considerable frustration and delay.

Those holding on to lower, fear-based judgements about what’s right/wrong, good/evil, using rigid socio-political, class-based, race/culture-based, gender/sexual-based, religious or moral principles that make little sense other than to incite fear and division will experience considerable drama, both internally and in their external affairs. The inner voice starts to plague them with guilt and shame and, in their ignorance to act responsibly, may begin to project this outwardly with unfortunate consequences.
SYNOPSIS:
The next few weeks can be incredibly intense and confronting for those who seem stuck in their inflexible mindset. With the lunar eclipses in mutable signs, we are heading into some seriously protracted periods of conflict over our rigidly held thoughts and beliefs. The mutable (adapting) nature of these lunations is a sign that attitudes are changing, becoming more adaptable. With Mercury also nearing the station to retrograde (May 29), hovering around in square to Neptune, there can be considerable trouble communicating with others due to over-sensitivity to their subjective ideas. People are excessively touchy about their abstract, mystical, woolly-headed ideas, and we may find that the propensity to hurt, offend and upset can be insufferable, leading us further into periods of isolation and withdrawal. Nevertheless, this transparent view into one another’s thinking patterns can give considerable insight into their true, underlying actions and unconscious motives. Through a psychic ability to perceive the cunning, sneaky, delusive construct of the unconscious mind, we can also start to address some of the bigger issues between us.

IT IS VITAL TO REMEMBER THAT WE ARE STILL IN THE MOST PRECIOUS, COCOONING STAGES OF HUMANITY’S METAMORPHOSIS.

Can you see where you tend to get stuck in expectations and ‘norms’ that are expired or no longer valid? Can you see where it is simply unsustainable to continue to play along with rigid patterns and where there is room to adjust? I will provide a full report on the critical themes as well as some extensive guidance into the eclipses during the next few days, and as usual, I look forward to discussing the current events in more detail on the Cosmic Bus.

Many blessings xx "

[onawah]

Saturn SRx 13°31′ Aquarius
May 21, 2021
https://angstoic.com/2021/05/cosmic-bus-2121-saturn-srx-1331-aquarius/?fbclid=IwAR07wDu_KyknRn_zFuMDu5KWwLEdqLpAGSPpg3GgCTDTlWUOgX81Wwn4l7k

"Our 3D reality - at least as we perceive it today - holds the sum total of all plausibilities and permutations of every thought-form humanity has ever projected upon it. Consequently, each of us experiences 'reality' in a multitude of different ways.

Transiting Saturn, ruler of all that is visible and measurable by time and space will show up in any form or structure - whether inspiring or dispiriting - leaving his mark upon our life story. If he is aspecting your chart, he will certainly show up somehow, however, the indelible impact that a Saturn transit will leave upon your psyche depends greatly on how you choose to perceive his effect. If you are prone to resonate in dreadful or limiting fear-patterns, then the influence might be crippling, frustrating or limiting. However, it does not have to be so negative. Much depends on your attitude to pressing responsibilities and the obligatory discipline required to accomplish what has to be done to be 'you'.

Certain horoscopes are going to experience a Saturn transit repeatedly over a key planet or important degree by retrogression, which really serves to drive a certain lesson home. When Saturn hits that degree, passes on, stations, retrogrades over that degree, stations, turns direct, and finally passes over that degree again for the last time, this might seem to be a case of excessive pressure or cruelty (of sorts), but as we often come to see (in hindsight), there was a very distinct, character-defining purpose.

Saturn packs the exact lesson we have yet to learn, and whether we like it or not, sets perimeters and structures within which to build, tear down and reconstruct our sense of mental, physical and spiritual reality. Currently stationed at 13°♒31', Saturn will retrograde Sunday, going over ground we've been covering since Feb 14, including a second square to URANUS in a few weeks. Certainly some lessons there for some of you."

[onawah]

Sun Enters Cancer and Full Moon at 3°27' Capricorn
Thursday June 24, 18:39 UTC
https://app.getresponse.com/view.html?x=a62b&m=4HNXd&mc=9V&s=s4iNwR&u=Ghhv4&z=Ew8cMVK&

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"Greetings Fellow Travelers,

The Sun at 00°00′ Cancer (Solstice) represents a powerful turning point in our year. Light is directed inwardly, to our innermost private, precious and personal areas. From this point, we are blessed with the meta-awareness to instinctively feel our way through what is happening in our lives, skillfully navigate our way through so we can further serve to strengthen our intention, deepen our connection with the light of lucidity, hone our skill of creativity, transmit our realisations and cultivate more open-hearted connections.

It is time to pull back from the insanity of what is going on out there and focus on what’s closest to our heart. Your feelings will guide you to the things that matter most, and if you’re being pulled towards home and family, self-nurturance and care, sentiments to cultivate a more communal life – one of substance and which is inherently (not apparently) real – then you are, in a sense, following your ‘nesting’ instincts.

Make ready, for the fight ahead could be dark unless you are groundly rooted in your mother earth. Jupiter, now stationed in early Pisces, will assist in your journey of self-reflection, through which you can access, within yourself, the faculty of the psyche from which all sovereign, creative activity derives.

This recent eclipse period has been a critical time of immense awareness of our own mental consciousness, and although our new earth-vehicle/body/self is yet unformed, if we hold up a mirror and reflect back on the insanity now being exhibited by those infected and possessed by the collective madness – this epidemic of mass-psychosis, we run the very real risk of being accused of being the ones who are crazy. Hence, we must recede, stay tightly knitted inside our cocoon, focusing on the transformation going on deep within, at the cellular level.

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Cancer is ruled by the Moon which acts upon the gravitational pull of the water in our bodies; the inner tides of emotion and instinctive habits. If we do manage to connect with the light within ourselves, try to share it with others, we habitually form entire bodies of water which are, invisibly, the basis of all communities and communal life.

Our deepest connection to our intrinsic nature becomes a connection to nature herself, and, in the coming weeks, serves as our only true defence against the manufactured madness that is the outer reflection of this perverse state of toxic, collective shadow projection. Whether we are aware of this or not, we at war against divisiveness and judgement, with people who willingly, of their own volition, as if under the hypnotic throes of Stockholm syndrome, invest in and support their own arrest and imprisonment by the greater body politic of the corporatised world-domination agenda.

As the Sun opposes Pluto (July 17) we get to see more openly how emissaries of an authoritarian, militarized, patriarchal class are vying for global power and control, breeding a new fascism, and spreading terror upon humanity. This must not be allowed, under any pretext. It starts with you, nurturing the new growth emerging from deep within your inner forest.

Solstice Blessings, and may you have an amazing Full Moon xx "

METAMORPHOSIS I: The Closing of the Old and Dawn of the New Human: FULL MOON at 03°28′ CAPRICORN –
Thursday, June 24, 18:39 UTC
https://angstoic.com/2021/06/metamorphosis-i-the-closing-of-the-old-and-dawn-of-the-new-human-full-moon-at-0328-capricorn-thursday-june-24-1839-utc/

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"It is Full Moon again, when the primal energies of the Sun and Moon appear to be pulling in diametrical directions from one another. During the monthly moon dance, lunar moods tend to fluctuate and vary in aspect to solar interests, offering a fully-rounded reflection on how the rest of us might see the chief expression of the Sun’s intensely luminous glow through each sign of the zodiac. At the culminating phase, it appears that the Moon is fully mirroring the Sun, except, she is doing this from a completely contradictory stance.

At the Cancer Solstice, the Sun represents a powerful turning point in our year. Here, his light is directed inwardly, to our innermost private, precious and personal areas. From this point, we are blessed with the meta-awareness to instinctively feel our way through all the intimate areas of our lives, skillfully navigate our way through so we can further serve to strengthen our intention, deepen our connection with the light of lucidity, hone our skill of creativity, transmit our realisations and cultivate more open-hearted connections.

It is time to pull back from the insanity of what is going on out there and focus on what’s closest to our heart. Your feelings will guide you to the things that matter most, and if you’re being pulled towards home and family, self-nurturance and care, sentiments to cultivate a more communal life – one of substance and which is inherently (not apparently) real – then you are, in a sense, following your ‘nesting’ instincts.

In this culminating phase of the lunation, which occurs just three days into the Sun’s Cancer journey, we are barely given a chance to fully explore the inner world before the conflict of incongruity and disengagement starts to occur. The Moon, who rules the sign of Cancer – indicating governance over the Sun, is herself in the sign of her detriment. In Capricorn, her emotions are constricted, repressed. She reflects upon life with a sense of duty and reservation, she is harsh and judgemental, and since her focus is on tending to her social responsibilities, we are left feeling cold, emotionally starved, deprived of any joys and wholly under­nourished on every level.

The conflict here occurs when we feel incapable of helping others or appre­ciating their caring when we ourselves are intensely dissatisfied. We may find that we have become increasingly despondent and self-doubting, withdrawing into our shell, brooding and worrying incessantly, unable either to give or receive love. This is consistent with the greater evolutionary process of the past two years, where the Nodal axis saw the Capricorn South Node in alignment to Pluto, Saturn and Jupiter (2020) Here the forces of change and restructuring have pressed us into a corner, cocooning each of us into a state of metamorphosis. If we have substituted security for emotion­al fulfilment by clinging to our home, family or otherwise devoting ourselves totally to our career, then things may seem, at this point, to be entirely out of balance.

These next lunations highlight the tough part of humanity’s spiritual journey, particularly if we have become overly preoccupied with our role as a parent or custodian (leader, boss, governor), trying unsuccessfully to satisfy our needs through our children or those in our charge when we are met with surmountingly complex circumstances.

We must make ready, for the fight ahead could be dark unless you are groundly rooted in your mother earth. Jupiter, now stationed in early Pisces, will assist by lending wisdom in your journey of self-reflection, through which you can access, within yourself, the faculty of the psyche from which all sovereign, creative activity derives. Attempting to meet all your needs through clinging relationships or compulsive work provides no solution to your existential dilemma. Irritable moods and a growing dissatisfaction cripple us from concentrating and applying ourselves to making the important changes that are necessary in this transition.

Venus’ opposition to Pluto, also in Capricorn, is a foreshadowing of the extraordinary deep impact of the coming New Moon (July 10). Here, the most extreme stresses upon our relationships will force us to confront hidden motives, those driven by past trauma and disempowerment. During this time, we are able to channel powerful feelings which interfere with our duty and responsibility to one another, at all levels. Cancer teaches us that by attending to our deepest emotional needs; learning to care and nourish ourselves, we not only become more fulfilled but also grow stronger and in­creasingly self-sufficient, able to cope with any further re­strictions or deprivations that the demanding Pluto in Capricorn has been imposing in order for us to evolve out of the old patriarchal matrix.

This recent eclipse period has been a critical time of immense awareness of our own mental consciousness, and although our new earth-vehicle/body/self is yet unformed, if we hold up a mirror and reflect back on the insanity now being exhibited by those infected and possessed by the collective madness – this epidemic of mass-psychosis, we run the very real risk of being accused of being the ones who are crazy. Hence, we must recede, stay tightly knitted inside our cocoon, focusing on the transformation going on deep within, at the cellular level.

The Cancer-ruling Full Moon, although debilitated by dignity, acts upon the gravitational pull of the water in our bodies; structuring the inner tides of emotion and instinctive habits in ways that either better serve or otherwise cripple our developments. If we can manage to connect with the light within ourselves, try to responsibly share it with others, we can form entire clusters – bodies of water-cells which are, imperceptibly, the basis of all communities and communal life. The emotional nutriment which Cancer seeks and provides inspires us all to form rich and enduring con­nections with other people. Through facing up to our conflicts with others, dealing with the vulnerabilities and insecur­ities in our personal relationships, we make way for a new level of emotional depth, commitment and satisfaction that can be ex­perienced with another person.

Our deepest connection to our intrinsic nature becomes a connection to nature herself, and in the coming weeks serves as our only true defence against the manufactured madness that is the outer reflection of this perverse state of toxic, collective shadow projection. Whether we are aware of this or not, we at war against divisiveness and judgement, with people who willingly, of their own volition, as if under the hypnotic throes of Stockholm syndrome, invest in and support their own arrest and imprisonment by the greater body politic of the corporatised world-domination agenda.

As the Sun opposes Pluto (July 17) we get to see more openly how emissaries of an authoritarian, militarized, patriarchal class are vying for global power and control, breeding a new fascism, and spreading terror upon humanity. This must not be allowed, under any pretext. Because you are willing to take responsibility for your actions, able to confront childish be­haviours, feelings of abject helplessness, you are able to step up to the plate and eradicate those past habits patterns which are no longer fruitful or nourishing.

It starts with you, nurturing the new growth emerging from deep within your inner forest.

Solstice Blessings, and may you have an amazing Full Moon xx

We must make ready, for the fight ahead could be dark unless you are groundly rooted in your mother earth. Jupiter, now stationed in early Pisces, will assist by lending wisdom in your journey of self-reflection, through which you can access, within yourself, the faculty of the psyche from which all sovereign, creative activity derives. Attempting to meet all your needs through clinging relationships or compulsive work provides no solution to your existential dilemma. Irritable moods and a growing dissatisfaction cripple us from concentrating and applying ourselves to making the important changes that are necessary in this transition.

Venus’ opposition to Pluto, also in Capricorn, is a foreshadowing of the extraordinary deep impact of the coming New Moon (July 10). Here, the most extreme stresses upon our relationships will force us to confront hidden motives, those driven by past trauma and disempowerment. During this time, we are able to channel powerful feelings which interfere with our duty and responsibility to one another, at all levels. Cancer teaches us that by attending to our deepest emotional needs; learning to care and nourish ourselves, we not only become more fulfilled but also grow stronger and in­creasingly self-sufficient, able to cope with any further re­strictions or deprivations that the demanding Pluto in Capricorn has been imposing in order for us to evolve out of the old patriarchal matrix.

This recent eclipse period has been a critical time of immense awareness of our own mental consciousness, and although our new earth-vehicle/body/self is yet unformed, if we hold up a mirror and reflect back on the insanity now being exhibited by those infected and possessed by the collective madness – this epidemic of mass-psychosis, we run the very real risk of being accused of being the ones who are crazy. Hence, we must recede, stay tightly knitted inside our cocoon, focusing on the transformation going on deep within, at the cellular level.

The Cancer-ruling Full Moon, although debilitated by dignity, acts upon the gravitational pull of the water in our bodies; structuring the inner tides of emotion and instinctive habits in ways that either better serve or otherwise cripple our developments. If we can manage to connect with the light within ourselves, try to responsibly share it with others, we can form entire clusters – bodies of water-cells which are, imperceptibly, the basis of all communities and communal life. The emotional nutriment which Cancer seeks and provides inspires us all to form rich and enduring con­nections with other people. Through facing up to our conflicts with others, dealing with the vulnerabilities and insecur­ities in our personal relationships, we make way for a new level of emotional depth, commitment and satisfaction that can be ex­perienced with another person.

Our deepest connection to our intrinsic nature becomes a connection to nature herself, and in the coming weeks serves as our only true defence against the manufactured madness that is the outer reflection of this perverse state of toxic, collective shadow projection. Whether we are aware of this or not, we at war against divisiveness and judgement, with people who willingly, of their own volition, as if under the hypnotic throes of Stockholm syndrome, invest in and support their own arrest and imprisonment by the greater body politic of the corporatised world-domination agenda.

As the Sun opposes Pluto (July 17) we get to see more openly how emissaries of an authoritarian, militarized, patriarchal class are vying for global power and control, breeding a new fascism, and spreading terror upon humanity. This must not be allowed, under any pretext. Because you are willing to take responsibility for your actions, able to confront childish be­haviours, feelings of abject helplessness, you are able to step up to the plate and eradicate those past habits patterns which are no longer fruitful or nourishing.

It starts with you, nurturing the new growth emerging from deep within your inner forest.

Solstice Blessings, and may you have an amazing Full Moon xx

[onawah]

Pluto and Psychic Epidemics
June 25, 2021
https://angstoic.com/2021/06/pluto-and-psychic-epidemics/
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"The creative adults of tomorrow are the children who survive today’s systematised social derangement.

'A group experience takes place on a lower level of consciousness than the experience of an individual. This is due to the fact that, when many people gather together to share one common emotion, the total psyche emerging from the group is below the level of the individual psyche. If it is a very large group, the collective psyche will be more like the psyche of an animal, which is the reason why the ethical attitude of large organizations is always doubtful. The psychology of a large crowd inevitably sinks to the level of mob psychology. If, therefore, I have a so-called collective experience as a member of a group, it takes place on a lower level of consciousness than if I had the experience by myself alone.'
~ C.G. Jung, The Archetypes and the Collective Unconscious

Jung is talking about the power of Pluto transits to possess and influence mass psychology. Pluto in Capricorn is the mania of corporatism and administrative materialism which, in the most extreme manifestation – as activated by the Saturn/Pluto conjunction and the eclipses on the Capricorn South Node in 2020 – erupted into the collective psyche as anxiety about death and extinction. Here, it is not one individual’s perception, but the prevailing consensus that experienced a split from a previously held perception of reality.

When the collective loses its mind, it breaks into a mass psychosis, ie. when the mental disorder becomes the norm rather than the exception in a society, we have a situation which Jung called a “psychic epidemic”.

Obvious examples of mass psychoses, where people literally “lost their minds” en masse are the witchhunts of the 16th and 17th centuries and the rise of totalitarianism in the 20th century, where entire herds of people exhibited a split or detachment from reality and spiraled into such a descent of delusions and paranoia that the collective mindset permitted humans to execute the most abhorrent crimes upon their own kind…

It’s obvious now that man – nature’s foremost predator, – not some virus from bats, or a disease like cancer, or famine, earthquake, climate cooling or solar minimums – just man alone who is man’s greatest threat to the extinction of man, simply because (as history has shown) there’s no way of protecting ourselves against what Jung called these “psychic epidemics”.

Jung also said that when the individuals who make up the infected masses of society “become morally and spiritually inferior” they “sink unconsciously to an inferior intellectual state”, hence they become “more unreasonable, irresponsible, emotional, erratic, and unreliable,”. Worst of all, under the spell of mass hysteria, the individual is likely to commit crimes that he would otherwise find abhorrent.

This is why I get wary when I see the herd instinct, as influenced by the public projection of repressed shadow patterns endemic in the culture (like hatred, intolerance, greed, etc), taking hold. This is something that every now and again grips scientists and politicians alike as they collectively subscribe to the ‘status quo’ view of reality. My instinct, when I see any herd running one way, is to promptly march another way.

Astrology – like all quantum sciences – teaches us that there are many different perspectives, in fact, that there is no one absolute, objective reality. Everything depends on your subjective point of view, coloured by individual filters, perspexes of perception. Things only exist for you if you are able to bring them into your consciousness, and then again, your degree or angle of that perception is critical to what you will make of it. If, say, you cannot see the moon because it is a cloudy night or it is currently on the other side of the earth or near a new Moon, does it mean that the moon does not exist?

It’s like a tree falling in the forest. If there is nobody there to hear it, does it make a sound?
What if I told you that the tree that fell in the forest made a loud crash? Would you believe me?

We have a situation where the herd/mass-mind/groupthink is telling us something that, due to observation and perception (or lack thereof) is prone to make us run in certain directions. In essence, at this stage, we don’t quite know the right direction. You have a choice in which way to run because your instincts are getting stronger. Herein – this awareness of your choices – lies the remedy and even cure against this mass psychosis; this wetiko madness; the Plutonian force that seeks to break you down, corrupt your mind and ruin your body, your spirit…"

[onawah]

PRELUDE TO ANARCHY (Updated)
July 1, 2021
https://angstoic.com/2021/07/prelude-to-anarchy/
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"When MARS starts to activate the SATURN/URANUS square, you may feel a sudden urge to break with convention, which in many ways may feel beyond oppressive.

In fact, between now and Sunday, if you’ve been putting up with crap you can no longer bear, you may surprise yourself by suddenly breaking rank, going in a completely separate direction. It feels insufferably tense; untenable, as if your mind and spirit have had it with your body and the poor state it’s in and just split.

If you are unaware of any tensions at this moment, you may be shocked to witness strange, and abrupt actions, perhaps even hostility and in the worst cases be subject to sudden accidents, calamities and devastating blows. As if the foundations upon which your house was built have suddenly given way, the entire order of your life suddenly collapses, leaving you wondering why you hadn’t seen it coming. But really, somewhere in you you knew and should have also known that all of this would come to pass since after all, all structures are impermanent.

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Similarly too, you’ll see the rising tensions brewing between PLUTO/ERIS against the NODAL AXIS – we’re in it now, “survival of the fittest” forces of nature’s selection process which, upon humanity, are as old as the hills.

With the Moon conjunct Neptune, this may be a good day to call in sick, although under the circumstances you may end up never coming back, or even find yourself being fired; made redundant, or head for the hills and never ever feel you’re ready to return (to THAT).

Just know, you can run for the hills but there’s no hiding now, and you’ll be turned back anyways. When the universe is conspiring, you have no choice but to see the true “choices”.

With the NN in Gemini, we are all called in to get it together, start listening to one another, see both sides of every argument. You may not believe a thing you hear, agree with none of it, but (as the Sadge SN shows us) it would be completely asinine to adopt an attitude which is single-pointedly “right”, or righteous and dogmatic, and in the worst-case sense decide to splinter off and start a community of like-minded fools out in the woods when the real work is to get our cities in order, overthrow the priests and prefects masquerading as scientists and reconnect the pathways of communication so that all voices can be heard, all roads are open and all channels are flowing in a healthy two-way stream.

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As MARS clocks over from SATURN to URANUS, the state of hypernormalised absurdity hits home like a hot rush of blood to the frontal lobes. This in turn epitomises an outspokenness or execution of raging independence, a demand for freedom from coercion and confinement.

Violent emotions erupt into adrenaline-fueled superstunts, so be on alert for MARS’ extremely individualistic displays of BDE, for whom sovereignty and supreme showmanship is king. Mars in Leo is daring, insouciant and disdainful of perils, purposely pouncing into places where angels fear to tread – and triumphing, despite the long odds.

Car crashes, collapsing towers, shipwrecks, aircraft failures, fires, lightning storms and other such sudden, violent disasters are more likely around this time, yet by no means likely to affect everyone. Check out your planets in fixed signs, and be especially alert if you have anything around 13°55′ SCORPIO – there’s really no hiding from this.

Ironically, in a world so uptight on imposing rules and regulations, it is the clowns, comics and lunatics who dare to call it all for what it T.I. is…"

[ian33]

hi ONAWAH on the subject of uranus, you may be interested to know that uranus has been in parallel alignment with 2 blue/white PEGASUS stars ALGENIB and MARKAB since may and due to the retro turnaround and back again, will be aligned this way until december..PEGASUS the flying horse, to my mind resonates strongly with uranus, especially the blue/white stars..this would bring out the more benefic elevating side of uranus, more so when mars saturn moves out of alignment ...perhaps this may make sense to you as we all tune into the astro weather on an energetic level..something to consider anyway for what its worth... power to your perception:thumbsup:

[onawah]

Gimme Shelter: NEW MOON at 18°02′ CANCER
Saturday, July 10, 01:17 UTC
https://angstoic.com/2021/07/gimme-shelter-new-moon-at-1802%e2%80%b2-cancer-saturday-july-10-0117-utc/

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"The Cancer New Moon, the last of this year’s supermoons, is also perhaps the most personal since its cardinal watery nature activates the maternal, nurturing, protective instincts in us all. Everyone somehow relates to the sympathetic, emotionally receptive response to life – our inner child seeks nourishment comfort and support, to feel protected and secure, and to be coddled and consoled, especially in times of need.

The past 12 months has not been an easy time. Last year’s Cancer New Moon (Jul 21) opposing the harsh Saturn/Pluto in Capricorn, which followed a Cancer Total Solar Eclipse (Jun 21) had a devastating effect on our emotional ties. Many of the connections to our local communities, family and our most cherished friends had become severed as a result of extreme global phenomena. Although rough, isolating and in many ways catastrophic to our accustomed habits and cultural habitats, external pressures forced us deeper into ourselves, as if the universe was asking us to withdraw from the existing intersubjective reality and observe just how subjective and personal this whole experience is, for each of us.

Suddenly, we all found ourselves alone, in our own private universe. The sense of distance and alienation, whilst initially bewildering and strange to many of us, has also afforded us the chance to set a new baseline from which to examine our emotional dependencies to things like ‘home, family, tribal and instinctive urges, as well as ties to our history and cultural influences. Over the past year, we have come to discover just how governed we are by our deeply-rooted, unconscious patterns. Over-attachment to habitual behaviours can be toxic and destructive, leads to smothering, suffocating, possessive, and indulgent behaviour which, if it refuses to see itself, develops into a symbiotic, parasitic and ultimately terminal end.

In retrospect, 2020’s double Cancer lunations bestowed an emotional reset moment upon the entire planet. Universal forces conspired to mess with humanity’s clannish insecurities, sever its unwritten provincial attachments to the past, its blindly whimsical clutches to one another, and in an evolutionary jolt, shook many of us monkeys out of our trees, bringing us down to earth with a resounding thump. We have been forced to deal with our feelings towards everything that connects us, not only to one another but to our past. Tremendous self-effacement has exposed how we often behave like indulgent, infantile, martyr-like, hysterical, self-pitying, pathetic little babies. Much of this has been deeply jolting to our emotional bodies, which store memories of trauma, both personal and transgenerational.

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This year’s Cancer lunation is similarly intense, not merely because it is a supermoon and emotions are heightened, but squares to Chiron/Eris indicate that we are still somewhat sensitive to historic wounds of shame, rejection and feeling horribly left out of the loop. The opposition to Pluto only reverberates some of the ongoing problems and challenges we face around power, extremely unconscious reactions that continue to surface in our interpersonal relationships. These are usually triggered when we express or feel subjected to overbearing, provocative and dominating behaviours from anyone who tries to be in control of all situations, especially those who desire to be in a position of authority. Our instinctive reactions to this may be similarly subversive and manipulative in order to resist or reclaim our own power. We will see this interminable, unrelenting struggle to reclaim control, this desire to change the world into how it best suits our own image, to reflect the way we think it should be over the course of the next 12 months.

The Cancer lunation’s trine to Neptune in Pisces indicates how the world that we experience is opening itself to us in the specific way it shows up as an instantaneous reflection of the way in which we wish to observe it. This means that our inner attitudes, thoughts, beliefs, and assumptions, all subjective states of mind, play a central role in the evocation of the particular form that the world appears to us moment by moment. It is important to note here that in order to understand our world as holistically (fully) as possible, we need to merge the objective/scientific and our subjective/emotional spheres of knowledge, shifting from a science of objectivity to the science of intersubjectivity.

In any sense, whether you are conscious of it or not, your attention is now focusing, more and more intensely, on redefining certain personal areas, be they home, family, economic, personal health immunity, domestic control and job security, the yearning for belonging to a greater community, your feelings of humanness which somehow bind you to the world around you.

We are looking to be alike, and to be liked in kind and, as such, where attention goes, energy (intention) flows…
On this New Moon, you are forming a special intention for the months ahead. How does this present for you?

Blessings to you all, and may you have an amazing New Moon xx

[onawah]

Symbols of Inequity – FULL MOON at 01°26′ AQUARIUS
Saturday, July 24, 2021
https://angstoic.com/2021/07/symbols-of-inequity-full-moon-at-0126-aquarius-saturday-july-24-0238-utc/

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"Full Moons bring us moments of tremendous illumination. With the Sun’s entry into Leo, the energies of this lunation are fresh and potent because they occur at the critical first degree. Hence, their symbolism is raw and strikingly obvious. The Moon’s opposition to the Leo Sun from Aquarius reveals two very diametrically opposing realities:

Leo Aquarius
Me We
I rule (autocracy) People power (democracy)
my decision (executive agency) let’s put it to the vote (social justice)
check out my achievements it’s a team effort, dude
Artist Scientist
Lover Friend
Master of the universe Radical Free Agent
Leo wants to be the one who makes all the decisions because he (being the prime predator) feels like he knows best. Never wrong, always right, the proud lion, king of the jungle, does not like to be told otherwise.

Aquarius has a problem with absolute right. She begs to differ. She prefers to defer to the consensus of the tribe. As the designated spokesperson of the group, Aquarius creates ideological movements and, if necessary, protests to the contrary in order to bring about much-needed changes and reforms to the systems of social governance.

Shifts in civil control, when resisted by both fixed signs, eventually lead to hard sociopolitical swings. Both the systems of totalitarian rule and extreme dissent among the masses could result in social revolutions and anarchy until a healthy balance is achieved.

In most parts of the civilised world, it would appear that the more extreme and unyielding forms of authoritarian rule are being employed. In a world where much division prevails, fear and paranoia are prime levers that governments will employ to get the people to comply. In our highly intersectionalised ways of thinking, we are distancing ourselves from any moderate notion of achieving any true democracy (egalitarian rule by the people), or republic (fairly elected leaders), or even a meritocracy (rule by our best and brightest achievers).

In today’s case, it is arguable that the world is becoming plagued by kakistocracy (rule by the worst; most unfit to rule). I’m guessing this will finally inspire (or force) us, as free-thinking, empowered individuals, to eventually seek an alternative, hopefully transcending the need for all exterior forms of government altogether.

Perhaps, instead of individual rulers, the future of tomorrow will be run by a singular computer-programmed algorithm, managing our resources so efficiently that we do not need to see unequal suffering. We know that much power now rests in the hands of private individuals – corporate billionaires whose wealth and prestige has come from ingenious ways to sell their novel products.

Since absolute power, in the hands of one (or a few) individuals corrupts, we need to find a way to manage ourselves on this planet without the threat of our collective fate ultimately falling into the designs of a single, corruptible, greed-driven, warmongering oligarch. But then, how can we aspire to something which has never been tested? Especially since today’s tech giants have themselves already shown that they cannot be trusted with our most precious resource: our individual freedom to privacy, free speech, ability to form new movements and even overturn the system?

Today’s Full Moon, at 01°♒26′ highlights the widespread inequality and division in our societies that still (no matter how well concealed) are run under jungle rule. The current political imbalances are hierarchical and result in the increasing predominance of wealthy elites who now prey upon the masses, restricting their freedoms and free enterprise by enslaving them into their systems of compliance through clever business and political structures.

It seems that those with enough money can buy virtually anything, including political influence. It is clear that elites of the infotech and biotech stratospheres are now intent on advancing supreme governance over the entire social order by forcing humankind’s subscription to their brands, as they go to war with one another.

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The Aquarian Moon’s proximity to Pluto in the last degrees of Capricorn (both Aquarian rulers, Uranus and Saturn currently at odds in a square) describes the inherent tension among the public. Through the relentless use of biased or misleading information circulated via mainstream media, the elite rulers intend to push a particular political agenda via emotional means. This mass-mind manipulation amounts to nothing short of a gaslighting propaganda war, one which exploits the human capacity for emotional reactivity. By using coercive fear and agitation, the ruling parties and their instrument of disseminating information manipulate the masses into either approval or resistance towards a given stance, thereby limiting any chance to engage in any reasonable argument.

The blazing Sun, in his first degrees of Leo, bursts forth with particularly fierce Machiavellian prowess. He seems garishly certain of his entitlement over ‘his’ domain. However, against Saturn, also opposing in Aquarius, Leo’s self-serving ideologies are seen by those who are seriously sceptical as being perilously flawed, for they inherently function as barriers to the acquisition of all, even his own self-knowledge. This self-blindness does not go unnoticed at this lunation.

Worse still, the Moon, besieged in this lunation between Saturn and Pluto, reveals the heavy suppression of subjective beliefs of individual citizens. This organised and systematic control of people’s intuitive ability to form independent networked engagement only crimps and distorts their sense of social security. Thus, shutting off all means for public discourse and debate, any reasonable hope for analysing our current social reality seems all but eradicated.

Nonetheless, the Full Aquarian Moon reflects the full extent of the self-entitled Leo Sun’s flawed ideologies as the epitome of injustice and inequality, producing a sort of ideological entrapment, highlighting all areas where the elitist agenda only promotes social division via the implementation of shady policies and skewed rationality. Ultimately, we discover how the elimination of free speech terminally undermines the core of liberal democratic ideals.

If Full Moons augur endings, then this stark intensification of the violation of our social liberties, and the ensuing division it causes, spells the end of any genuinely democratic system. Any system built upon the Aquarian spirit of facilitating scientific enquiry, political reasonableness and a notion of shared interests appears perilously under threat at this lunation.

The hypnotic deployment of undermining propaganda, the widening of the opposing stances between the ‘rulers’ and ‘followers’; the worsening corruption of social reality; and the militant attempts to gradually quash all channels of public political discourse sets humanity up toward the path of extreme Big Brother authoritarianism. Indeed, it is a road that Orwell, one of the 20th century’s most prophetic philosophers, spelt out very clearly for us less than 100 years ago…

Fortunately, and we must say this with the greatest respect to the auguries blessed upon us by the stars, the human race has the capacity to respond to crises in ways that are uniquely creative. Yes, these next few months, with Pluto squaring Eris, will be among the darkest as we either learn to evolve or be vanquished under the evolutionary process. This must be the way, for no transformation can be complete without the “dark night of the soul”. Something is merging us all together, passing us all through a monumental upgrade (mind, body, spirit), ensuring that the way we think, feel and act – both within ourselves and towards one another starts to resonate less from a place of survival-fear and more from a place of love and acceptance.

Blessings to you all, and may you have an amazing Full Moon xx"

[onawah]

The Cosmic Buzz
8/16/21
https://angstoic.com/2021/08/an-invitation-to-join-the-cosmic-buzz/

"Thanks to you, and billions of other living souls, our HUMANKIND has subconsciously entered its most intense evolutionary chapter. We are now at the critical, third-quarter phase of a cannibalistic cycle that began around 1756, when the seed for the expansionistic acquisition over indigenous lands by elitist rulers and their "god" meant the colonisation of all things by a parasitic evil host who knows no end but to possess and dominate over everything in nature.

As PLUTO engages his last partile square with ERIS, the threat of widespread extinction intensifies too. Without any sense of the intrinsic absurdity of their undertaking, our planet's 'rulers' have produced the existence of a degraded class of humans whose hope for a free, classless society seem dangerously near to being decisively abandoned.

As we can probably sense, the stakes for humanity's survival are high now. Since the Great Conjunction (Jupiter/Saturn) on the December Solstice of 2020, and as PLUTO nears AQUARIUS, we've seen the notion that egalitarian purposes could be served by the stratification of concentrated power and privilege in the hands of an upwardly mobilising, ruling elite - the "billionaire class", betraying a fundamental misunderstanding of what evolutionary scientists call "natural selection", or "the survival of the fittest.

Those of you following my work on the "Cosmic Bus" over these past few years may understand that our species, alongside all others, is now undergoing a most crucial step in its evolutionary process. That something massively transformative is happening here is undeniable - it has been developing for years(since 2011-12). But does the redundancy of old traditions, religions, roles, jobs and other socio-economic systems lead us closer to extinction, or does the crucible of this wholesale, earth-bound transfiguration promise all species a deliverance towards truly universal love and light?"


VENUS IN LIBRA
August 17, 2021
https://angstoic.com/2021/08/venus-in-libra-2/

"Sometimes we need to see how just superficial things are in order to pull inwards and explore the wealth and power, found only in the depths of our own, inner black hole. We need something to show us just how trite and meaninglessly insipid everything can be…

Enter Venus in Libra.

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When superficial rhetoric and shallow, ideological edicts weary you, they can sicken you so much that the only recourse is to crawl into an abyss in order to get some respite.

Constant exposure to monolinear media narratives and an increasingly vapid sense of public discourse is ultimately funnelling our shared reality-tunnel in ways that are not conducive to anyone achieving their soul purpose and true calling. Yes, society has totally ‘lost the plot’. Slavishly following anything you hear makes less and less sense to a spiritually aware being, even if it’s made with polite efforts, just to ‘get along’.

VENUS precedes the Sun and Mercury, being last to set (Evening Star), and thus leaving us with a lingering question each night: “What is this all worth?”

She will remain in this cardinal/air sign until September 11, and although her objective is to restore balance, peace and some aesthetic value, there will be many challenges, specifically leading into early September due to her refusal to address the ugly side of the PLUTO/ERIS square – global toxicity that is now doing its best to poison the minds of everyone who is struggling to maintain some sanity.

There’s no ‘political’ way out of this. It’s the politics, the policies, the police and the polis that are the problem. When all this fails, all civility collapses, the next phase is…

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SUN’S yod to NEPTUNE/PLUTO
August 18, 2021
https://angstoic.com/2021/08/suns-yod-to-neptune-pluto/

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“ 'There are two fundamentally opposed realities, two different modes of experience; that each is of ultimate importance in bringing about the recognisably human world; and that their difference is rooted in the bihemispheric structure of the brain. It follows that the hemispheres need to co-operate, but I believe they are in fact involved in a sort of power struggle, and that this explains many aspects of contemporary Western culture.

Things change according to the stance we adopt towards them, the type of attention we pay to them, the disposition we hold in relation to them. This is important because the most fundamental difference between the hemispheres lies in the type of attention they give to the world. But it’s also important because of the widespread assumption in some quarters that there are two alternatives: either things exist ‘out there’ and are unaltered by the machinery we use to dig them up, or to tear them apart (naïve realism, scientific materialism); or they are subjective phenomena which we create out of our own minds, and therefore we are free to treat them in any way we wish, since they are after all, our own creations (naïve idealism, post-modernism). These positions are not by any means as far apart as they look, and a certain lack of respect is evident in both.

In the past, this tendency was counterbalanced by forces from outside the enclosed system of the self-conscious mind; apart from the history incarnated in our culture, and the natural world itself, from both of which we are increasingly alienated, these were principally the embodied nature of our existence, the arts and religion. In our time each of these has been subverted and the routes of escape from the virtual world have been closed off. An increasingly mechanistic, fragmented, decontextualised world, marked by unwarranted optimism mixed with paranoia and a feeling of emptiness, has come about, reflecting, I believe, the unopposed action of a dysfunctional left hemisphere. I will have some concluding thoughts about what, if anything, we can do – or need not to do – about it.

My quarrel is only with an excessive and misplaced rationalism which has never been subjected to the judgment of reason, and is in conflict with it. I hope it will not be necessary for me to emphasise, too, that I am in no sense opposed to science, which, like its sister arts, is the offspring of both hemispheres – only to a narrow materialism, which is not intrinsic to science at all. Science is neither more nor less than patient and detailed attention to the world, and is integral to our understanding of it and of ourselves.'

~ Iain McGilchrist. “The Master and His Emissary: The Divided Brain and the Making of the Western World.”

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What we call the “supernatural” are the deeply buried, yet unexplored regions of our minds (NEPTUNE & PLUTO) – alternative dimensions brought into consciousness, or revelation, by our capacity to be “in the moment” (URANUS). The Sun’s formation of the ‘yod’ to NE/PL, now opposing JUPITER, is an awareness that the two ‘sides’ of our processing need to come into alignment – that the reason we are split into two has perhaps more to do with our disembodiment between the cool, rational, linear mind and the warm, swirling, abstract realms of our being.

Observe what is going on in the world, and who is “right” and who is “left” and the erroneous ways in which we cling divisively to who is “right” and “wrong”. Observe too how those who were dogmatically ‘correct’ yesterday are being exposed today as merely naive fools (to themselves and everything they hoped to gain).

When we deny art, religion, mysticism and all other areas which spawn from the symbolic language of our liminal, collective unconscious, we create a frightful imbalance in our lives – a kind of ‘unnecessary left-brain cruelty’, as I call it. It’s time to look towards restoring some balance…


'When we look at our embodied selves, we look back into the past. But that past is no more dead than we are. The past is something we perform every living day, here and now. That other founding father of psychoanalysis, Jung, was acutely aware of this, and surmised that much of our mental life, like our bodies, has ancient origins:'~ Iain McGilchrist. "

…this lack of absolutism affects the way we need to understand the data. A finding can be perfectly valid, and even of the greatest significance overall, and yet admit of contrary findings. The average temperatures in Iceland and Indonesia are clearly very different, which goes a long way to explain the wholly different characteristics of the vegetation, animal life, landscape, culture and economy of these two regions, as well as no doubt much else that differentiates their ‘feel’ and the ways of life there.

But it is still true that the lowest average annual temperature in Indonesia is lower than the highest average annual temperature in Iceland – and of course the average temperature varies considerably from month to month, as well as, less predictably, from day to day, and indeed from place to place within each region. The nature of generalisations is that they are approximate, but they are nonetheless of critical importance for understanding what is going on. A misplaced need for certainty may stop the process altogether.

This also implies that generalisations can never be rules. As far as the hemispheres go, there is almost certainly nothing that is confined entirely to one or the other. I want to stress that, because I really do not wish to encourage simplistic dichotomising… '
~ Iain McGilchrist. “The Master and His Emissary: The Divided Brain and the Making of the Western World.” "



MERCURY conjuncts MARS in Virgo
8/19/21
https://angstoic.com/2021/08/mercury-conjuncts-mars-in-virgo/

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"When MERCURY conjuncts MARS in Virgo, the mind cuts every which way, and one is practically able to argue the question or analyse the point from every angle to achieve the desired result.

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Anger arises when things are observed to not be working as functionally and efficiently as one might wish, and the trine to URANUS, now stationing to retrograde in Taurus, stirring matters relating to profit or cost-cutting means into an abrupt frenzy. Several things appear to be coming to a head towards this second Aquarian Full Moon (Sunday). For those wanting some “freedom”, “liberty”, “democracy” and all those other Uranean/Aquarian buzzwords – just know that it ain’t gonna come without conflicts and friction – so get set to ‘fight for your right’, whether you feel like it or not, because someone’s about to fight for theirs all over you…

'Those who profess to favour freedom and yet depreciate agitation are people who want crops without ploughing the ground; they want rain without thunder and lightning; they want the ocean without the roar of its many waters. The struggle may be a moral one, or it may be a physical one, or it may be both. But it must be a struggle. Power concedes nothing without a demand. It never did and it never will.'
~ Frederick Douglass

As usual with Virgo – and I have to keep reiterating this – there is a tendency to go the full purge & flush the baby down with the bathwater – a thing Virgo often regrets when she withdraws or cuts herself off. A reminder to those about to commit social hari-kari, you are not an isolated unit – you’re a member of the human race. It takes more than a tree to make a forest, and god knows we need every tree to pull in here and breathe some oxygen back into this.

On a socio-political level, this primal mob-mentality energy can be rallied toward extreme fascistic political ends. Totalitarians and bully-buddies right and left summon it directly when they become angrily vocal of purges, inoculations, ethnic cleansing, racial purity, and eliminating traitors in our midst.

#ᴀᴤᴛʀᴏʟᴏɢʏØʄɴᴏᴡ ☿ ☌ ♂ △ ♅ S℞

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MARS in VIRGO

MARS in VIRGO can be an all-around do-gooder. For all his self-discipline, strong work ethic, technical aptitude and unselfishness, he is sometimes seen as pushy, with definite ideas about what’s generally good or bad for others – particularly those he cares about."


SUN opposes JUPITER
August 20, 2021
https://angstoic.com/2021/08/sun-opposes-jupiter/

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"As the Leo SUN opposes JUPITER, be encouraged that there are indeed some brave souls out among us – those who can venture out and cut through all the hype, the nonsense, lies and corruption and call out the truth in terms that you can recognize, accept and understand.

These individuals speak for you. They restore hope and faith. They’re there if you care to look. Find them; learn from them; show them your undivided admiration, honour and respect for daring to be true."

[onawah]

Symbols of the Reconstruction: FULL MOON at 29°37′ AQUARIUS – Sunday, Aug 22 2021, 12:03 UTC
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"Greetings Fellow Travellers,

At the height of this Full Moon, our primal energies pull apart. There is an incongruency between the will and the emotions; an instinctive urge to pull away from the source, often reflected in our relationships.

The Leonine will is strong, authoritative and certain about what it wants, a quality that is automatically offputting to the Aquarian Moon, whose instinct for humanitarian sharing and collectivism are amplified in this event by the conjunction with Jupiter. Here, in Aquarius, the great benefic god lends a tremendous boost to all things ‘noble’ and ‘good’, which to the proud, entitled Leo Sun amounts to nothing but a bunch of group-imposed rectitude and distastefully arrogant mob morality. Scuffles and protests ensue, as this is the second lunation to present these themes in the past month, due to their happening at the critical (anaretic) first and last degrees of these outgoing fixed signs. Two successive lunations in the same sign are often trying to drive a point home, in case we don’t get it. I converted this at length in my article last month (see Symbols of Inequity – FULL MOON at 01°26′ AQUARIUS)

There isn’t much one can do to taint or tarnish the shimmering magnificence of Sol in his sign of dignity. We can learn to compromise. Regardless of the collective weight and gravity of Jupiter and Saturn, now retrograding in the sign of group consciousness, the Sun in Leo dominates. He will have his way, and whilst he must learn to respect the proletariat point of view, there is something in all of us that bows to those who hold firmly to their intent to remain unchangeable and unmitigatedly true to the spirit and integrity of their enterprise. Squares to Uranus in Taurus have also complicated the unrest and sudden twists of fortune in the kingdoms.

When we look at our world today, we see the stark disparity and social dissociation between the object of our attention and its inability to fall into line with the group pressure and dogma. We both marvel and disdain at the individual’s insistence to stand away from the pack and remain as its own, empirical entity. The recent opposition to Saturn has brought much curse and judgement upon the Leo Sun.

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Yet Leo remains unbroken, triumphantly singular. His strong individualistic tendencies refuse to succumb to even the harshest admonishments and constraints imposed upon him by the herd morality. Leo reminds us to always stand boldly in our integrity; maintain the flame; the inner source of our abundant creativity and self-esteem. It is, in essence, who we are, and of course, we become offended when this light is denigrated or insulted.

For our interest and preservation during these times of rapid reform and social reconstruction, we will do best if we pay mind to the context of the prevailing group ideals and ideologies. Here, we are invited to honour every individual’s right to stand in their own sovereign beauty and magnificence too, for this is what drives our interest in one another and in the truest collective sense, develops the society of folks with whom and among we want to live."

[onawah]

FUNKY POISONS WITH DESIGN TO BEFOUL
August 24, 2021
https://angstoic.com/2021/08/funky-poisons-with-design-to-befoul/

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"‘FUNKY POISONS WITH DESIGN TO BEFOUL mind/body/soul dissolve much more than trust in the relationship’. A caution to all, esp. you ‘sensitives’ out there.

(Be mindful, not fearful)

If unsure, I wouldn’t consume or assume anything I heard, sampled, ingested or sipped like it wasn’t tainted, just for good measure – THIS WARNING disregard at your peril.

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A punctilious-minded MERCURY, still in Virgo and aggravated by his recent conjunction to machine-driven MARS is about to oppose an increasingly odious and undermining NEPTUNE. I feel I should warn here that things may get funky and dank over the next 24 hours, especially since the Pisces Moon will soon fuse with Neptune.

It is the first sign of the kind of grim hysterics and social weakenings we are about to experience throughout Sep-Oct, as irritable SATURN Rx now comes within a degree of his closing semisquare to Neptune Rx. Here, the mind-moods tend us towards exasperation and despair, and while we may suspect that we are indeed being sucked down the sullied quagmire of greater and great incapacitation, it is important not to foolishly put ourselves in harm’s way.

Meanwhile, URANUS will now join all other outer bodies (Jupiter, Saturn, Chiron, Neptune, Pluto & Eris) in retrograde, meaning that we will not be covering any new ground until at least Jan 2022. Retreading and rehashing much of what we’ve seen so far this year should be ‘interesting’ since it wasn’t that much fun the first time around.

URANUS stationing this past week or so has been like an icepick to the third eye – a revolting twist to our perceived ‘freedoms’ and ability to stand on our own earth. Take note of any profound revelations, insights and awakenings that may be pouring into your mind – they certainly will be rocking the socioeconomic stability of your world, and you will probably be feeling their disruptive effects until you are finally granted some grand release/liberation/realization when Uranus returns to pass this point (and form semisquare Jupiter) in mid-May 2022…

#ᴀᴤᴛʀᴏʟᴏɢʏØʄɴᴏᴡ ☿/♂ ☍ ☽/♆∠ ♄

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At the height of this Full Moon, our primal energies pull apart. There is an incongruency between the will and the emotions; an instinctive urge to pull away from the source, often reflected in our relationships."

[onawah]

Maintaining Mental Health: THIRD QUARTER MOON REPORT at 07°09′ GEMINI
Monday, August 30
https://angstoic.com/2021/08/maintaining-mental-health-third-quarter-moon-report-at-0709-gemini-monday-august-30/
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"The course of discussions and debate takes a turn this week since the greater themes posed to us by heavy transits, like the lugubrious Saturn/Neptune semi-square and the species-pulverising Pluto/Eris square are already starting to show serious effects upon the health and well-being of many in the general population. To say that humanity is undergoing some grim and disorienting times is without question, but if the end result is to transform our species – the way it thinks, lives and breathes – then this becomes a week when we perhaps start to question a lot more than merely our own survival and start thinking about the greater consequences of current actions.

Monday’s third-quarter Moon is a super mental event since both the Virgo Sun vs Gemini Moon are ruled by MERCURY – that restlessly giddy god who controls all communication and the intellect. Whilst these two signs may have a lot in common, in truth, Gemini and Virgo don’t get along so easily because the earthy Virgo is way too practical and efficient for the flighty, loquacious Gemini. Disagreements arise where there appears to be a continuing need to articulate our latest, often ingenious, thoughts as well as brilliant ideas. However cleverly we may use our intelligence to rationalise our troubles and woes, we are forced under this lunation to try to keep emotions under control so we can avoid getting hurt because, for the most part, we are sensitive and vulnerable to the thoughts and ideas from others.

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That said, this Gemini third-quarter Moon will be hovering over the North Node, making discussion especially important if we are to maintain some semblance of sanity. This can be a neurotic time for many souls with mental problems or who struggle making decisions or focusing their minds on serious, life-determining decisions. The proximity of this quarter-moon to the wicked PLUTO/ERIS square might appear to suck the psychic life force out of us, even if the discussion we must have is of critical importance. For instance, you may find any debate so off-putting that it only causes you anguish or disgust.

The main problem under this mutable lunation could be that you lack serious incentive to make a solid commitment to accept any singular fact; with a dark tendency to grimly dismiss others’ views as inconsistent, incomplete, nonsensical or to blame them for being confused, dull or plain stupid and misinformed. With MARS in Virgo opposing NEPTUNE, we must be mindful not to go too hard on those who just don’t get our best intentions to ‘help out’, and vice versa. If you can’t find it in you to show some empathy and compassion for what you see is an earnest attempt to assist, then the best recourse is to gently excuse yourself and walk away. So mercurial is the spirit of this occasion that it is especially prone to leave us filled with restless discontentment and a sense of spiritual dissatisfaction that anything going on is ever going to reach a solution.

Yet we must try to engage somehow, for the Gemini North Node is trying to create opportunities where we can come to the table and at least listen to one another’s ideas.

Look out for those who are acting especially critical, surly, sulky, irritable and too quick to find fault. With PLUTO/ERIS in the mix, the root causes of their mental anguish are devastatingly deep, complex, and largely obscured. Everyone is trying to survive, and some may be so desperately close to the edge that they’re virtually beyond recovery. People are prone to react in immensely extreme and even violent ways. It is best to stay out of harm’s way. Leave the extremists alone and focus on honing your own ideas in a more centred, balanced way.

This energy is manifested in the greater world, with violent natural disasters, as well as increasingly draconian approaches to solving the bigger biotech and sociopolitical problems plaguing our earth. Those who can remain reasonably open and discerningly practical in their problem-solving approach will benefit most, mainly by being able to hold it together in the face of conflicting information.

If you’re dispelling anyone’s opinion and ‘doing your own research’, you may be at risk of ‘downloading’ way more data than you can possibly process, hence being left incapable of applying it in any practical manner. Only chew on what you’re mind and body are capable of actually digesting. Glutting on ideas might seem cool, but your sources may be too scattered or too sketchy to validate and use. Whilst you may claim to know a little bit about every subject on earth, any voracious data-grazing could lead to simply garnering a superficial grasp of any particular subject. In any case, trying to explain it to others with a know-it-all attitude, often to those who could care less, could leave you feeling exasperated and worn out.

It is important to take note of precisely where you tend to bore and lose others by spruiking your specially-concocted spiel on all the latest ‘hot topics’ (politics, law, medicine and civil liberties, etc). Watch too how some narratives (even from ‘official’ sources) are reaching the point of droning you down because they have either shut down your critical thinking or not allowed you to question them.

HINT: in essence, nobody truly cares what anyone thinks anymore. It might appear that we each have our own set of ideas and beliefs, ones which even we ourselves can barely understand, let alone argue out with others in any convincing manner. We must avoid the Sadge SN trap of preaching ‘our truth’ as the definitive gospel. We should have learned by now, in the closing phases of this nodal axis transit in Gem/Sadge that, at best, we’re probably swimming alone in that abyss of endless confusion. Be assured, that the less we force the argument, the greater our chances of allowing the ‘ultimate truth’ to express itself. Nature has her way of revealing herself to us, if only we stop trying to contort and violate her higher, immutable laws.

OK, so the best thing to do under this moon is to try to muster a clearer sense of direction for yourself, tidy up your act a little and if you must genuinely know more about things that interest you, then conduct a careful study of books (not merely youtube vids) – books – written by the masters and irrefutable authorities on the topic. And keep reading; gather real knowledge, make lots of detailed notes, organise and file them in places you can easily access later – they’ll come in handy in as early as a week from now (at the Virgo New Moon) when you will need to form a definite and specific plan on how best to tackle the enormous responsibility that lies ahead for you (along with every single other human on this earth). These are some serious times here, and we ain’t fooling. Most of all, take tender care of your health, especially your mental health during this week.

I’ll be back to do a cosmic bus lunation report at the end of the week, along with a whole bunch of fresh horoscope readings. In the meantime try and keep it light, because hey, someone needs to.

Blessings, and have an amazing week xx "

[onawah]

SUN QUINCUNX SATURN
September 1, 2021
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"There’s no reason to go along with the crowd and no excuse for compromising your conviction under the impertinent assumption that, if you go as they go, they will accept you; respect you; honour you for joining them.

They will not. The herd mentality is weak, it runs on a lower frequency vibration than that generated by your chastity of heart.

However, if you choose to go your way, remember that you must continue to accept them for going their way. Let them go their way, think what they want to think, offer them your sincerest blessings; for these hapless drones, these ‘birds of a feather’ will contend that have no other choice but to stick together. They are bound together by fear, caught in the slipstream of linear time, a history and future which they do not entirely comprehend, merely at the mercy of its consequence.

And they may judge you because that’s how their statuses like to quo. You are by no means weaker or inferior for standing alone. You may just feel this way right now because the crowd has a way of wearing down your sense of autonomy and conviction, bringing you down to their level…

Stay strong. Just a little further.
There is strength and dignity in your aloneness.

#ᴀᴤᴛʀᴏʟᴏɢʏØʄɴᴏᴡ ☉ ⊼ ♄ | ♂ ☍ ♆ □ ☽ "

[Journeyman]

SUN QUINCUNX SATURN
September 1, 2021
https://angstoic.com/2021/09/sun-quincunx-saturn/
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"There’s no reason to go along with the crowd and no excuse for compromising your conviction under the impertinent assumption that, if you go as they go, they will accept you; respect you; honour you for joining them.

They will not. The herd mentality is weak, it runs on a lower frequency vibration than that generated by your chastity of heart.

However, if you choose to go your way, remember that you must continue to accept them for going their way. Let them go their way, think what they want to think, offer them your sincerest blessings; for these hapless drones, these ‘birds of a feather’ will contend that have no other choice but to stick together. They are bound together by fear, caught in the slipstream of linear time, a history and future which they do not entirely comprehend, merely at the mercy of its consequence.

And they may judge you because that’s how their statuses like to quo. You are by no means weaker or inferior for standing alone. You may just feel this way right now because the crowd has a way of wearing down your sense of autonomy and conviction, bringing you down to their level…

Stay strong. Just a little further.
There is strength and dignity in your aloneness.

#ᴀᴤᴛʀᴏʟᴏɢʏØʄɴᴏᴡ ☉ ⊼ ♄ | ♂ ☍ ♆ □ ☽ "

He has a gift for writing, these updates invariably have some striking phrases within.

[onawah]

A Rush of Blood to the Head: NEW MOON IN VIRGO – Tuesday, September 7 – 00:53 UTC
https://angstoic.com/2021/09/a-rush-of-blood-to-the-head-new-moon-in-virgo-tuesday-september-7-0053-utc/

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"The New Moon, occurring at 14°38′ Virgo, presents us with a compelling opportunity to hone in on a specific area of our lives and deal with it in our own, inimitable way. Same celestial phenomenon – various points of view. Here, at the Moon synodic reset to the Sun, her unconscious, instinctive energies align with his clear, conscious, creating a confluence of mind-body impulses to move, either in a brand new way or merely reinforce an existing way.

At this moment, something urgent and profound is coming through. Though it may seem shocking and totally unexpected, you may soon come to admit that it was indeed expected, you just refused to prepare, and now it’s here…

New Moons are a coming together of primal energies. Feel into how certain pressing matters have been conspiring to summon your undivided attention lately. Observe how those matters are calling you to make a firm decision. With the synergy of Mars here, also currently in Virgo, taking action on our decisions may become an irrepressible necessity.

In this mutable earth sign, Virgo lunations accentuate the primary attributes of practicality, ensuring we keep up to speed with the necessary skills and tools to utilise and manage material concerns and financial resources more efficiently. The annual lunation in this sign embodies our interests in these things, ensuring that shrewd practicality is applied with intelligence and dexterity. We see this in our work, health, functional routine, and how we deal with anxiety, stress and problematic issues.

Virgo, the virgin/maiden – the sign of the harvest – symbolises the purification process as a preparatory step towards further development. Following on from the bombast, glory and bluster of last month’s fiery Leo lunations, Virgo focuses her efforts on the stripping down and refinement of the ego, rendering a grounding effect to any personal motives still tinged with Leo’s overt behaviour. She tames down any wild, audacious drives into something more functional, useful and ready for service.

Virgo’s preoccupation with efficiency, duty, economic restraint and her strong ethic towards continuous improvement and physical well-being are highly commendable. Yet, her perfectionism can often degenerate into an attitude of pedantry and, more negatively, an air of conceit and hypercriticism. At this lunation, the concentration of Sun, Moon, and Mars energies will undoubtedly compel us to get the job done or, given the earth trine to the obsessive Pluto, set out a plan to “complete it at any cost”. Pluto’s square to Eris adds a tinge of “get with the program or be left out in the cold” to this – a running theme for 2020-2021. As we are seeing, there are many different ways that one might take this.

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Of course, we must consider each lunation in context to other planetary transits, especially those in aspect to this event. Here we see an almost precise (-0º01′) trine to Uranus. The planet Uranus symbolises an extraneous force that manifests as sudden reversals of life patterns, unexpected shifts in consciousness, flashes of pure insight, and lightning blasts of new ideas and innovative concepts. Uranus acts as a conduit through which profound forces flow into awareness with electric rapidity. Uranus also stimulates a surge of independence, rebellion, erratic and unconventional behaviour, acts of radical insurgency.

Whist the earth-trine influence of Uranus in Taurus lends this Virgo lunation’s intention for efficiency and utility the latest innovative ideas; it does not make this lunation exceptionally stable. The New Moon acts as a channel via which we can utilise innovative new tools & material resources, endowing us all with an electrified, magnetised charge. There is a spark of hope here, for if all goes well, we are left feeling illuminated.

Contrary to popular opinion, Uranus doesn’t always act destructively. It does suggest that there may be some upsets and disruptions, though, and only when there is resistance to its influence does it manifest as destructive. Still, anything wiped out suddenly (old ideas, habits, traditions, relationships, possessions etc.) was probably due for renewal anyway. This lunation promises Promethean-scale changes that will sweep through all humankind, shocking revelations that have the potential effect of reorganising (often by first disorganising) our old ways of doing things to usher in a new way.

In this strange world of pandemics and fears about survival and untimely death, those who have been living in a repressed manner, where vital elements of their inherent freedoms have been denied, neglected, or ignored, the trine from Uranus acts to speed up the moment of release, at least from the not knowing. In the lead up to this New Moon, if you have been experiencing anxious anticipation, nervously agitated, restless, excitable, or driven by an overwhelming urge for change and deliverance from the shackles of the past, then this lunation offers a chance at liberation, awakening and illumination from the linear time sequence. In any sense, it will stir up both your inner and outer experiences with such enervating intensity that things are seldom the same afterwards. And they won’t be, I promise you.

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This lunation quarters up to direct T-square to Neptune a week later, where it seems, with Saturn also in the mix, that some area of current worldly experiences clashes brutally with our most profound spiritual longings. Whist the result can be utter confusion, despair and disappointment, Virgo’s faculty for acute discrimination (Virgo is opposite from woolly, woozy Neptune in Pisces) will help us to clarify for ourselves what is practical, to facilitate both our spiritual and material growth and what is merely a fantasy or delusion. So yeah, time to wake up and face the music, one might say.
Blessings, and may you have an amazing New Moon xx "

[onawah]

Survival of the “Fittest” Pluto/Eris
September 12, 2021
https://angstoic.com/2021/09/cosmic-bus-2137-pluto-eris-survival-of-the-fittest/?utm_medium=email&utm_source=getresponse&utm_content=Even+a+Worm+Will+Turn%3A+9%2F11%2C+Pluto%2FEris+%26+the+Survival+of+the+%22Fittest%22&utm_campaign=Ang+Stoic+Free+Newsletter

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"Before Saturn and Pluto turn direct in early October, we will see the most immense pressure on what is already a planet ripping down the seams. If you're feeling it, I feel you. Have faith, that...

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9/11, occurring during an exact opposition of SATURN/PLUTO, an event which horrified many of us. As usual, the utter cruelty experienced during hard Saturn/Pluto transits meant that the world became easily manipulated by the powers that be into a state of mass hysteria and fear and terror.

Under the extreme panic and stress propagated relentlessly in the media, the people were easily misled into accepting 'corrective actions' of the Bush Administration (and its then allies) to wage wars upon Afghanistan, then Iraq, leading to the rise of ISIS, the Syrian civil war, which led to a flood of millions of refugees into Europe, resulting in rising nationalism and far-right extremism, which led to Brexit due to demands to control sovereign borders to stem immigrants flooding in from the middle east, Islamophobia, terrorist attacks, and the weakening of the EU.

By the end of the Bush-era, it was becoming blatantly evident that world governments had taken their people into wars in the Middle East based on false intelligence and blatant lies (about WMD's and Al Qaeda). The phoney premises cost many lives, and it was obvious that the west was incompetent and incapable of even running a tea party over on foreign lands. They had learned nothing from their failure in Vietnam. And the masses, they forget…

By 2008, the sudden global financial crisis saw many working-class folks lose their homes. Countries like Greece, Ukraine, Argentina, Jamaica were left in economic ruin, while the ordinary people of Ireland, Russia, Mexico, Hungary, and the Baltic states suffered devastating losses. Of course, the governments bailed out the banks to maintain the illusion that all was OK.

By 2019, European Union, once a great world power, became increasingly ineffectual in strength. This left the field wide open for China to take on the USA over who has the most economically progressive model for the future. USA drew a lot of power from the oil wells of Saudi, but it was evident to the Chinese that the new 'oil' was in 'data'.

Then, in 2020, came Covid.

America, barely hanging in the contest with its powerful military and tech-economy prowess, was about to be tested. In the grips of a pandemic, deepening domestic divisions, brewing since the Obama days, were now erupting into some seriously ugly scenes of civil disorder by the time Trump and his "basket of deplorable" were finished dishing it out to the elites.

ERIS had unleashed her apple of discord.

Here, in the aftermath of the pandemic and a disastrous legacy left by wars in the Middle East, the world now looks at America with ridicule and dismay. She will soon be unwelcome to any garden party.

Meanwhile, China's capacity to lock down hard, then rebound after Covid only demonstrates to envious dictators everywhere that the 'authoritarian capitalism' model is the sexiest on the planet.

Governing over a highly-controlled citizenry via the iron fist of a deep-surveillance algorithm seems like the one model being embraced and implemented by many aspiring dictators and control freaks everywhere in the western 'nations'. Here in Australia, NZ, Canada and the UK, 'puppet leaders', commandeered by billionaire biotech and infotech corporateers, are drooling with envy at China's Social Credit system of managing the masses. They are banding desperately to eliminate national identities/borders, creating quasi-economic bubbles within which they can filter the good eggs from the bad…

Since the SATURN/PLUTO conjunction in CAPRICORN (Jan 2020), the west has seen a subtle, yet increasingly comprehensive sweep of new authoritarian structures which are fast replacing the lovely 'liberal freedom' and 'economic autonomy' we enjoyed since the URANUS/NEPTUNE conjunction in CAPRICORN (1993).

Yet the cards are not all dealt out yet. The legacy of 9/11 is still fresh, and ordinary folks today are all but entirely distrustful of government and corporate elites and their fearmongering campaigns to corral humanity for their own profit. Many do not buy into the blatant insincerity propagated by their media machines, and deep down, nobody really trusts that governments have the peoples' interests about security and safety as a primary concern anymore.

Very soon, a critical mass who see that this is all about the corporations amassing total power, wealth and control over the minds and resources of their own children is about to snap, and, as the saying goes, my friends, even the worm will turn…."

[onawah]

“MOUNTAINS OUT OF MOLEHILLS” – FIRST QUARTER MOON at 21°16′ SAGITTARIUS
September 14, 2021
https://angstoic.com/2021/09/mountains-out-of-molehills-first-quarter-moon-at-2116-sagittarius/?fbclid=IwAR2t_uwZ68UqxQ8FpY40sBzwjrOm-7RnvCXaIH60CDEcGpQJz1BLyZzNZv0

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"Outside, in the distant outer regions, a great drama continues to secretly unfold. The PLUTO/ERIS square tries desperately to further separate and divide the powerful from the weak, the rich from the destitute, the rightfully entitled from the underclass, the socially relevant and esteemed from the useless and troublesome. These outer, outer planets work to place the masses under the blinding spell of unyielding obedience and compliance with catchphrases like “evolve or perish”. Under such periods of heavy coercion, extreme ultimatums can be horrifying. But is the fear real, or is it something we can easily dispel?

Meanwhile, the Sun is closing in on another Equinox…

The Sun’s reign through Virgo starts to subside as he enters the last decanate through this practical, adaptable sign. His transit here shows us how to be more efficient with our service, both to others and the great divine and to use our skills to help others gain greater self-sufficiency. The earth trine from Uranus during last week’s New Moon has certainly shifted our approach to how we like to do things, radicalizing attitudes and expressions, often with some very queer, unusual revelations.

A week later, the Moon is now about to form her first quarter from the sign of Sagittarius. This lunar phase presents a crisis point since Sagittarius tends to be broad and sloppy, and the Moon here presents significant issues for the generally exacting and fastidious Virgo Sun. Some degree of tension is evident, particularly in our personal lives. Problems may arise due to unconscious tendencies to fudge over or neglect the more practical matters of our lives. Virgo’s concern with the excruciating minutiae of everyday life will feel very constricting to the free-ranging, devil-may-care side of Sagittarius, who can hardly be bothered with details and chores. There’s a likelihood to make ‘mountains out of molehills’, exaggerating our own or others’ flaws and perhaps become overly liberal with criticisms.

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At times like these, the need to be critical or skeptical of others’ beliefs is of utmost necessity, especially when others show arrogance or dogma towards our own values and truth. With Neptune opposing the Sun, these issues can become highly distorted, convoluted or simply too confounding to address clearly and critically. It can be challenging to analyze and evaluate options and choices correctly, primarily if, in relationships, we focus on self-created and imaginary issues rather than actual problems. Terrible misunderstandings and feelings of being undermined by those we need to trust on health, work, service (Virgo stuff) can lead us to adopt a sacrificial martyr attitude. Hence, confrontations that go awry will impact our soul experience with such deep discontentment and psychic torment that, with the harshness of Saturn also involved, may lead to despair.

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This temporary state of chaos is not as bad as it may sound, for when we go through such periods of sadness and despair, it raises red flags that something is not well in our current lives and hence must change. Lies and deception will not stand, for they provide poor foundations for any trust. We must couple the discerning power of the Virgo Sun with the empathetic nature of Neptune to see where we have been prone to excessive fantasies and wishful thinking, accept being wrong and take responsibility, rather than attempt to lay blame on the shoulders of others.

If a change must occur in our relationships, we must try to weed out the issue—escapism or defensive mechanisms do not provide acceptable forms of protection. With Venus squaring Saturn, bleak situations may have to come to an arrangement that is at least workable, but it is a sign that things may need to end.

In the lead up to next week’s Pisces Full Moon, this is an excellent time to assess and appraise messy situations, both internally and with the exterior world that we create through our relationships with people, places and things. Time to sort things out. This is a time to set out a practical plan and follow through with some degree of execution. Nothing is more satisfying than achieving a set result. Despite all the chaos and confusion, practicing our routine regularly, we slowly and methodically accomplish the outcome we wish to achieve."

[onawah]

Pisces Full Moon at 28°14' --Libra Equinox 9/22/2021
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"Greetings Fellow Travellers,
As we approach the Libra Equinox (Wed, Sep 22), we see the Sun reach his cardinal culmination point, where life turns its focus from the subjective to the objective field of interests. EQUINOXES are significant moments, marking critical shifts in our awareness. Coinciding with a Full Moon, the spell of this awakening moment is magnified intensely.

After six months of personal development, we are now about to move into assessing ourselves in the context of our relationships with others. What comes into greater circumspection is the awareness of our intersubjective importance through the mirror of 'others' in our world. As such, our perceptions of the outside world become gradually amplified; things that are not us but of which we are a part come to light with an increasingly expanding range.

Over the next six months, our encounters become more widely social. Hence, everything we are becoming is eventually held to reference and defined by the 'other', whether singular or collective.

The Full Moon, occurring in the final stages of the Virgo/Pisces dichotomy, is also a culmination. Hence, we are pitted to take an extraordinarily objective, conscious approach to life and our apparent reality keynotes this. The initial impulse of things 'sensed' (internally) and experienced (externally) now reaches its zenith, providing us with an opportunity to engage with matters that have been developing with some degree of give-and-take until a settlement has been reached. Confrontation and conflict are likely where the scales of balance are tipped in favour of one side versus the other.

Issues that are not sitting well, both personally and in our outer, interpersonal universe, start to really matter. We are called to manage on finding some method of mediation to restore any imbalances. We become more involved with politics, career direction and social status, and hence, seek to find our own relative importance in this strange version of society; trying to determine our role in the scheme of life's great cosmic opera.

We are living in times where great changes are occurring. Much is happening that we simply do not understand. Outer planetary cycles, from Jupiter and Saturn, to Uranus and Neptune and as far out as Pluto and Eris are simultaneously at critical stages of their development. These concurrent crises present tremendous hurdles and jolt to our pre-existing understanding of our own intersubjective part in this cosmic dance.

One and all, the orthodox structures are starting to crumble into ruins due to humanity's inability to maintain the old illusion of order and 'normality' any longer. We see everywhere that past systems (laws, policies, religions, constitutions, etc) are filled with loopholes, inconsistencies and errors which, in a capitalistic framework, have been hijacked and manipulated by the cleverest and most fierce. Rampant profiteering has given rise to an utter disregard for basic decency and inalienable human rights and freedoms.

As these abuses and corruptions come to light, we must all prepare ourselves for an avalanche of revelations and disclosures that, over the next six months, will shift our prior conceptions about this world to a whole new level.

Over the next few weeks, harsh transits augur a period of unprecedented unease and unrest. This irritability and tension you are feeling within, now growing among one and all, is what is absolutely necessary to shift our awareness. Humanity appears stuck in a place of scarcity, materialistic greed and blind disdain for the value of one another. It will take enormous work, a miracle of sorts, to see our species move into a more unified position of responsibility, where we can see our actions (conscious or unwitting) as patently uncooperative and destructive. In many respects, we are surely setting ourselves up for a spectacular series of crises that will not cease until the next Equinox, in March 2022.

As we look around, we observe that people are behaving in the most unusual ways. We are so divided that we cannot seem to find a common thread by which to form sustainable bonds and alliances that serve us amicably without creating some collateral loss, damage or neglect. Saturn's progress through Aquarius has fragmented our interconnectivity and dissociated us from existing networks. We stand divided and seemingly incapable of reconstituting ourselves towards a common vision that benefits the entire group equally and fairly.

This key matter becomes the single most pressing observation into the next few weeks, as Mercury now in his retrograde shadow in Libra, is about to hold a sustained T-square to the Pluto/Eris square. Global corruptions come to light that cannot be denied or defended and by Oct 9, when the Sun & Mars form a conjunction to an Rx Mercury, we see 'sides' forming to take action.

At the Pisces Full Moon, we reach full awareness of where we have become disillusioned and either retreated into our fantasy or drifted aimlessly, paralyzed by the confusion we created.

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If we look at recent events in our lives, we can see a theme. Instances are arising where we must make a decision about specific matters. If we have become stuck, attempting to resolve one particular issue but have lost all perspective of the greater purpose, then we must find a way to experience the whole situation and its resolution without meandering from one irrelevancy to another.

Focusing upon the peripheral or insignificant matters rather than issues of principal concern has gradually moved us away from our spirit centre, made us emotionally vulnerable, insecure and incapable of coping with our real daily responsibilities. This is why Full Moons are critical.

If you find that your life has turned inward, given to self-pity and negative thinking; if you're sensing your emotional sensitivity now eating away at your physical health and mental well-being; if you are experiencing psychosomatic disorders or are mired by some kind of spiritual paralysis; becoming addicted to drugs, tobacco, alcohol, porn, Netflix or some other escapist trick; looking to medications and other paraphernalia to 'heal' what is essentially a spiritual disease, then it's time to come to terms with those debilitating habits.

Similarly, if in your relationships you see yourself attempting to compensate for a shaky self-image by meekly submitting to the demands of others; allowing yourself to be exploited and victimized; exercising little discrimination in how to live your life, thus becoming increasingly disillusioned and bitter, critical of those you thought you trusted, then it's time to quit drowning in a sea of pitiful feelings and work to restore some order and clarity to that confusion and feelings of being cheated, mistreated and undermined.

It all starts with you drawing the line. Instead of blindly trusting others or the exterior universe to just 'fix itself', we each must assess each issue of concern realistically, choosing relationships and activities that are uplifting and enabling us to reach towards the Pisces heights of inspiration and transcendence. This is the highest possible vibration from Neptune, ruler of this nebulous, quantum field of infinite possibilities.

Opposite, the Virgo Sun helps us to determine which specific current of waves will carry us to which shore so that we surrender only to the flow that streams in accordance with our unique inner vision. We must learn to surf that wave in a way that has practical application and which enables us to manifest our highest ideals.

Hence, this Full Moon grounds us by showing us how to translate our compassion and spirituality into service. Unless we apply ourselves with diligence and dedication to even the most menial tasks - duties that benefit both ourselves and others, we are not working to serve the divine order. We must stop squandering energy into selfish pursuits. The universe is here to push us along now. There is nothing useless under the Sun. It either helps actively or prepares to soon feed the worms.

Here, in a matter of just a few days, "the worm will turn".

The Moon seeks to reconcile our dreamy, idealistic Pisces side to make a useful contribution to humanity, while the Virgo Sun directs us toward disciplining our imagination, channelling inspiration into creative work, perfecting ourselves so that we are more capable of living more practically by our ideals. This lunation ensures that we choose the right people to serve, that our assistance is warranted, not wasted and does not weaken or undermine our cause but reinforces and empowers both parties, opening our hearts even more fully to explore the divine energies within and in the cosmic field.

Many Blessings, and have an amazing Full Moon and Equinox xx"

[onawah]

FULL MOON at 27°26′ ARIES
Wednesday Oct 20, 14:58 UTC
https://angstoic.com/2021/10/end-this-abuse-now-full-moon-at-2726-aries-wednesday-oct-20-1458-utc/

(Full Moon in Aries can mean a sleepless night or two, even for insomniacs)

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"It’s Full Moon time again where, at the height of the lunation cycle, emotions run high, causing all kinds of conflict. Full Moons are times of culmination. Blessed by the complete light of both Sun and Moon, these illuminated days and nights in our lunar calendar are times when we will make all important decisions. Since the luminary energies are diametrically opposite, we may choose to capitulate, dissent, or even bring an end to matters, especially if they have been particularly troubling.

When the Moon is in Aries, emotions are raw, instincts are primitive and direct, moods fiery and impulsive and forceful enough to influence our conscious will. An irrepressible hastiness or rashness permeates the collective atmosphere, and ordinary, everyday folks are prone to react without thinking. This stands in contrast to the Sun in airy Libra, who tends to overthink and never decide on any one direct action.

One might expect that a Mars-ruled Aries Moon would lead to arguments, protestations and wars, especially in conjunction to Eris, the snubbed sister of Mars who led the world into strife and discord. Yet Mars is in his sign of detriment in Libra, effectively dampened in his strike, so there is a pervading hesitancy about taking any action at all. This wait-and-see reluctance is only augmented by the Libra Sun, who in his fall, is at his most indecisive, ceding his sovereign authority by obliging or pandering to the will of others.

Most critical here, with Pluto T-squaring this lunation from the austerely judgemental Capricorn. Pluto, ruler of the underworld, seems to be holding this entire lunation under full control using his dark, subversive means. Hence any conflict we are facing under this lunation is more likely to be raging deep inside, psychologically suppressed from coming to the surface in any healthy way, which is a concern, since past traumas, abuses and destructive patterns of behaviour are likely to be triggered. For healing to occur, there must be some acknowledgement that there is a problem, and Pluto here holds everyone under his hypnotic spell of secrecy and powerful manipulation.

Deep down in the psyche, raging battles become so fierce and intense that they either crush our desires and passions or operate at the crudest levels, ready to erupt like a vol­cano, exploding into cruel and destructive be­haviours.

By the time the Aries Moon reaches the full height of culmination, these raw, reactive emotions are shoved down, banished into the pits of our unconscious. Terrified of expressing our natural, most atavistic instincts lest others judge us for not being ‘civilised’ or ‘spiritually aware’ or ‘mature’ enough, we feel trapped by a sense of guilt and shame. Social pressure is coming from everywhere, especially the Jupiter and Saturn in the group-minded Aquarius, Pluto in Capricorn’s subversive patriarchal power, partners and consults in Libra. Our own conscience tells us we can no longer stomach the hypocrisy of our being. Something is not sitting well and we become ready to explode at the slightest provocation or grievance.

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As we can see, Pluto in Capricorn holds this whole lunation to ransom. The Libra/Aries polarity is about maintaining our ability to per­ceive and evaluate alternatives before acting, determining which of many possibilities is most viable, working in moderation, not in haste, considering how other people are involved and demonstrating fair­ness and a willingness to cooperate with them. Pluto squaring both Sun/Mars in Libra and the Moon/Eris in Aries is determined to accomplish his own patriarchal, state or corporate agenda.

For many years now he has been working to restructure the basic structure of society, a program now creating enormous inner turmoil for both luminaries (Sun and Moon) and their war-like siblings (Mars and Eris). As light is being shed, we both see and sense a ruthless design to satisfy Pluto’s hidden urge to survive and dominate at any cost. For the sake of social status, corporate or political power, for wealth and profit, career advancement, job prestige and execution or just plain utter greed, we be­come enslaved by un underlying sexual and material obsession that threatens to override any hope for harmony and peace.

The Libran awareness, which teaches us that we can compromise or cooperate yet still re­tain our Aries independence; that we can still engage in social activities yet still satisfy our most urgent desires, seems hijacked here. Those possessed by Pluto’s spell seem hell-bent to wreak vengeance upon those they feel may harm them—dominating and exploiting anyone who dares and cannot stand up to their power. The dark triad, now pervading the collective like some parasitic mind-virus, has hypnotised our keen perceptiveness of others to manipulate them into satisfying our most base and insidious needs for domination and supreme power.

The laws we uphold and commitments we make to each other to liberate the flow of energy, allowing a bilateral opportunity for increased motivation and freedom of action, are being overcome and held to ransom by Pluto’s dark forces. When every experience must be intense and transforming, every action motivated by a do-or-die attitude to life, we become extremists in the truest sense. We can neither accept others nor ourselves because we view the world through black and white lenses. When judgment becomes harsh and intolerant, we are at peril of breaking into psychosis.

How do we form bonds according to our deepest inclinations, where we seem more decidedly self-directed – not scattered or divided from others, but instead united by the greater Self at the centre of our being? How do we harness and channel those powerful Plutonian energies, sit at peace with the darkness that lurks at our core without allowing it to subdue or disfigure our primordial integrity?

This lunation has the potential to teach us all to live by higher laws and to form loving, enduring relationships. When we allow the demons that rage within to take over, we feel powerless in controlling ourselves. We see ourselves acting compulsively to control, exploit or shut out those who do not conform to our wishes or our percep­tions of reality. Our attempt to wield power over others must be contained, forced or compelled to undergo drastic changes. Crises happen upon us when we do not rise to the challenge ourselves.

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Discovering, accessing and accepting those primal forces enables us to draw from an inexhaustible reserve of energy and personal power to cope with major crises. We can start with regenerating our depleted and discouraged selves and begin to get involved with total commitment in an activity, cause or relationship that warrants and commands our total energetic investment.

AT THIS POWERFUL MOMENT,
FEEL THE PULL TO END AN OLD, ARCHAIC CONSTRUCT.
IT IS TIME TO RELEASE FROM THE HYPNOTIC SPELL OF DARK, CORROSIVE PATRILINEAL PATTERNS,
CONTRACTS OF DOMINATION AND GOVERNANCE OVER OTHERS THAT NO LONGER SERVE

CAN YOU SEE IT?
SOMETHING WONDERFUL IS WAITING FOR YOU
IF YOU CAN LIBERATE YOURSELF FROM THE DYNAMICS OF CONTROL
AND STEP INTO LIVING DEEPLY AND INTENSELY,
ABLE TO RELAX AND ENJOY SIMPLE, QUIET PLEASURES.

You will soon die and be reborn. While this experience will tear you apart, it will also strengthen you, fusing you in­to a whole new being, empowering you, again and again, to be revitalised by the healing energies within you.

Blessings, and may you have an amazing Full Moon xx "

[onawah]

Sun in Scorpio (October 23 – November 21)
October 24, 2019
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"Now let’s talk a little bit about Scorpio. This sign is FIXED/WATER:

FIXED = Rigid, holding onto
WATER = Feelings, emotions

Holding on to emotions? Yep, at the root of it all, this is how stellar bodies transiting through the Scorpio constellation tend to operate. Whatever their primal energy, it gets turned into a feeling, then absolutely drowns itself in it.

A feeling. Something most of us only ever experience only in the fleeting moment.

And the Sun, our sense of individual authority, now enters a world steeped in emotion and starts to submerge himself in this, deeper and deeper, ever more passionate ways, so much so that he becomes so immersed by his emotions that we wonder whether he’s ever gonna come up for air.

The Scorpio influence on the Sun means he does not just experience feelings like the rest of us, who merely sense them as a mildly whimsical response to what is going on in our environment. Scorpio actually gets an intense ‘kick’ from feelings. In Scorpio, life becomes an abstruse pursuit for ‘deeper stimulation’, much like a pig hunting prized truffles. When they finally track down these highly cherished objects of desire – and Scorpio is extremely skillful in detecting whatever delicious emotion tickles their fancy – they lock their keen homing devices upon them (like the fixated sensation-junkies that they are) and work compulsively towards sequestering them into a quiet private corner, where they can slowly, privately devour them to death, savouring every little salacious ounce.

Fixed water. Holding those emotions.

Imagine holding onto a feeling. Could be cool, right? Like that taste of that first mouthful of triple chocolate ice-cream. Imagine holding that. Or that moment of true love’s first kiss under a balmy summer moon; or that priceless moment after everyone has left the house and you have slipped into a nice hot bath with a great book; or that golden moment when it is announced that you are the holder of the winning ticket in the annual sweepstakes; or, most of all, that exhilarating moment of orgasm – that ego-annihilating blast of sensations that jettisons your every living cell into the realms of divine bliss… (you get the picture, right?)

So suppose you could hold and store these feelings – to be able to access these sensations on demand. This is what Scorpio aspires to do.

And we are not just speaking about positive sensations either. Scorpio is just as turned on by pain as it is with pleasure. In fact, they’ll take any feeling and hold it – anything at all, as long as it gives them an emotional kick. They revel in it. They LOVE it. To death…

..that’s right, DEATH. They will pursue something that gives them a kick, even if it kills them. Well, not necessarily literally, but you get it. They will do something that serves to thrill them until there’s nothing left but the exalted feeling of having died and become reborn. No wonder this is the sign associated with sex. The orgasmic point is like a little death in itself.

Yet, to a Scorpio, any emotion is better than no emotion. Because Scorpio cannot stand emotional numbness. This is why this sign is strongly associated with ‘change’. They would sooner turn everything upside down looking for a thrill rather than become subjected to what they consider a dull, morose and predictable emotional nothingness. Even if the thrill is an intensely painful or destructive one…

We all have Scorpio somewhere in our chart. It is the side of us that stores all the powerful emotions – the dizzying highs and crushing lows of being human – the place from which we draw our deepest satisfaction (and our utmost disgust) in our quest to behold the object of our pursuit.

It is the place that moves us, not physically or mentally, but much deeper and in ways that we are often unable to describe with words. Only in feelings; feelings so intense and held so deeply that they are often hidden from even our own consciousness. Yet we know them. We know these feelings too well. They are what constitute our true psychology – our motivated response to what stimulates us in our environment. Deep down, our feelings become the motivation behind everything that feeds our desire for love, power and glory, and fuels our rage and madness when these things are denied to us.

They form the basis to all our beliefs because, based on our feelings about something, we go on to determine whether something is essentially real for us, or whether it is not.

If it is feels right, we wish to hold it, possess it.
If not, we might wish to eliminate or destroy it.

With the Sun in Scorpio for the next 30 days, it is time to look deeper into what we are holding and what must change in our world."

[gord]

Re: scorpio

Here's a litte piece of my natal chart for the curious.

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Fun stuff.

[onawah]

Geminis are very curious, and I have a lot of Gemini in my chart, and I was wondering recently about a particular Avalonian, and if there are some strong Scorpio aspects in her chart because her posts have a tendency to "stir things up" a lot, that being a Scorpio trait.

See: https://projectavalon.net/forum4/showthread.php?116692-The-Great-Separation-Quarantine&p=1461482&viewfull=1#post1461482

I quoted in that thread something from this thread (in the post above, #328), as follows:
""And we are not just speaking about positive sensations either. Scorpio is just as turned on by pain as it is with pleasure. In fact, they’ll take any feeling and hold it – anything at all, as long as it gives them an emotional kick. They revel in it. They LOVE it. To death…

..that’s right, DEATH. They will pursue something that gives them a kick, even if it kills them. Well, not necessarily literally, but you get it. They will do something that serves to thrill them until there’s nothing left but the exalted feeling of having died and become reborn. No wonder this is the sign associated with sex. The orgasmic point is like a little death in itself.

Yet, to a Scorpio, any emotion is better than no emotion. Because Scorpio cannot stand emotional numbness. This is why this sign is strongly associated with ‘change’. They would sooner turn everything upside down looking for a thrill rather than become subjected to what they consider a dull, morose and predictable emotional nothingness. Even if the thrill is an intensely painful or destructive one…

We all have Scorpio somewhere in our chart. It is the side of us that stores all the powerful emotions – the dizzying highs and crushing lows of being human – the place from which we draw our deepest satisfaction (and our utmost disgust) in our quest to behold the object of our pursuit.

It is the place that moves us, not physically or mentally, but much deeper and in ways that we are often unable to describe with words. Only in feelings; feelings so intense and held so deeply that they are often hidden from even our own consciousness. Yet we know them. We know these feelings too well. They are what constitute our true psychology – our motivated response to what stimulates us in our environment. Deep down, our feelings become the motivation behind everything that feeds our desire for love, power and glory, and fuels our rage and madness when these things are denied to us.

They form the basis to all our beliefs because, based on our feelings about something, we go on to determine whether something is essentially real for us, or whether it is not.

If it is feels right, we wish to hold it, possess it.
If not, we might wish to eliminate or destroy it.

With the Sun in Scorpio for the next 30 days, it is time to look deeper into what we are holding and what must change in our world."

***********************

Things did get rather stirred up in that thread, which was started by the Mod Gracy, and I asked her out of curiosity if she would reveal whether she has some strong Scorpio elements in her chart.

You can see her reply here: https://projectavalon.net/forum4/showthread.php?116692-The-Great-Separation-Quarantine&p=1461482&viewfull=1#post1461482

Thanks to Gracy for that. :nod:

There is a site devoted to astrology here: https://www.astro.com/horoscope
...where everyone can get their own chart made up quickly and automatically for free and it can be quite accurate, especially if you know your time of birth (and place, of course).

Not everyone would be willing to make that kind of info public (especially Scorpios), but it's a very good way for students of astrology to better understand how to identify characteristics in people by knowing their astrological info, and that has always fascinated me.
(And I was not asking for her full chart, in any case, but am just providing the link to the astro site for anyone who could benefit from it.)

(BTW, some astrologers, reportedly, are able to figure out another person's chart just by meeting them in person, so I have never doubted that it is a true science and art, and can be very helpful for people trying to understand each other, as well as the universe in general.

Of course, not all students of astrology agree about everything, but that's to be expected...)

[mozo33]

Survival of the “Fittest” Pluto/Eris
September 12, 2021
https://angstoic.com/2021/09/cosmic-bus-2137-pluto-eris-survival-of-the-fittest/?utm_medium=email&utm_source=getresponse&utm_content=Even+a+Worm+Will+Turn%3A+9%2F11%2C+Pluto%2FEris+%26+the+Survival+of+the+%22Fittest%22&utm_campaign=Ang+Stoic+Free+Newsletter

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"Before Saturn and Pluto turn direct in early October, we will see the most immense pressure on what is already a planet ripping down the seams. If you're feeling it, I feel you. Have faith, that...

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9/11, occurring during an exact opposition of SATURN/PLUTO, an event which horrified many of us. As usual, the utter cruelty experienced during hard Saturn/Pluto transits meant that the world became easily manipulated by the powers that be into a state of mass hysteria and fear and terror.

Under the extreme panic and stress propagated relentlessly in the media, the people were easily misled into accepting 'corrective actions' of the Bush Administration (and its then allies) to wage wars upon Afghanistan, then Iraq, leading to the rise of ISIS, the Syrian civil war, which led to a flood of millions of refugees into Europe, resulting in rising nationalism and far-right extremism, which led to Brexit due to demands to control sovereign borders to stem immigrants flooding in from the middle east, Islamophobia, terrorist attacks, and the weakening of the EU.

By the end of the Bush-era, it was becoming blatantly evident that world governments had taken their people into wars in the Middle East based on false intelligence and blatant lies (about WMD's and Al Qaeda). The phoney premises cost many lives, and it was obvious that the west was incompetent and incapable of even running a tea party over on foreign lands. They had learned nothing from their failure in Vietnam. And the masses, they forget…

By 2008, the sudden global financial crisis saw many working-class folks lose their homes. Countries like Greece, Ukraine, Argentina, Jamaica were left in economic ruin, while the ordinary people of Ireland, Russia, Mexico, Hungary, and the Baltic states suffered devastating losses. Of course, the governments bailed out the banks to maintain the illusion that all was OK.

By 2019, European Union, once a great world power, became increasingly ineffectual in strength. This left the field wide open for China to take on the USA over who has the most economically progressive model for the future. USA drew a lot of power from the oil wells of Saudi, but it was evident to the Chinese that the new 'oil' was in 'data'.

Then, in 2020, came Covid.

America, barely hanging in the contest with its powerful military and tech-economy prowess, was about to be tested. In the grips of a pandemic, deepening domestic divisions, brewing since the Obama days, were now erupting into some seriously ugly scenes of civil disorder by the time Trump and his "basket of deplorable" were finished dishing it out to the elites.

ERIS had unleashed her apple of discord.

Here, in the aftermath of the pandemic and a disastrous legacy left by wars in the Middle East, the world now looks at America with ridicule and dismay. She will soon be unwelcome to any garden party.

Meanwhile, China's capacity to lock down hard, then rebound after Covid only demonstrates to envious dictators everywhere that the 'authoritarian capitalism' model is the sexiest on the planet.

Governing over a highly-controlled citizenry via the iron fist of a deep-surveillance algorithm seems like the one model being embraced and implemented by many aspiring dictators and control freaks everywhere in the western 'nations'. Here in Australia, NZ, Canada and the UK, 'puppet leaders', commandeered by billionaire biotech and infotech corporateers, are drooling with envy at China's Social Credit system of managing the masses. They are banding desperately to eliminate national identities/borders, creating quasi-economic bubbles within which they can filter the good eggs from the bad…

Since the SATURN/PLUTO conjunction in CAPRICORN (Jan 2020), the west has seen a subtle, yet increasingly comprehensive sweep of new authoritarian structures which are fast replacing the lovely 'liberal freedom' and 'economic autonomy' we enjoyed since the URANUS/NEPTUNE conjunction in CAPRICORN (1993).

Yet the cards are not all dealt out yet. The legacy of 9/11 is still fresh, and ordinary folks today are all but entirely distrustful of government and corporate elites and their fearmongering campaigns to corral humanity for their own profit. Many do not buy into the blatant insincerity propagated by their media machines, and deep down, nobody really trusts that governments have the peoples' interests about security and safety as a primary concern anymore.

Very soon, a critical mass who see that this is all about the corporations amassing total power, wealth and control over the minds and resources of their own children is about to snap, and, as the saying goes, my friends, even the worm will turn…."

Job believed the son of man was a worm until he turned ... a perception trod underfoot ...

[Journeyman]

Geminis are very curious, and I have a lot of Gemini in my chart, and I was wondering recently about a particular Avalonian, and if there are some strong Scorpio aspects in her chart because her posts have a tendency to "stir things up" a lot, that being a Scorpio trait.

See: https://projectavalon.net/forum4/showthread.php?116692-The-Great-Separation-Quarantine&p=1461482&viewfull=1#post1461482

I quoted in that thread something from this thread (in the post above, #328), as follows:
""And we are not just speaking about positive sensations either. Scorpio is just as turned on by pain as it is with pleasure. In fact, they’ll take any feeling and hold it – anything at all, as long as it gives them an emotional kick. They revel in it. They LOVE it. To death…

..that’s right, DEATH. They will pursue something that gives them a kick, even if it kills them. Well, not necessarily literally, but you get it. They will do something that serves to thrill them until there’s nothing left but the exalted feeling of having died and become reborn. No wonder this is the sign associated with sex. The orgasmic point is like a little death in itself.

Yet, to a Scorpio, any emotion is better than no emotion. Because Scorpio cannot stand emotional numbness. This is why this sign is strongly associated with ‘change’. They would sooner turn everything upside down looking for a thrill rather than become subjected to what they consider a dull, morose and predictable emotional nothingness. Even if the thrill is an intensely painful or destructive one…

We all have Scorpio somewhere in our chart. It is the side of us that stores all the powerful emotions – the dizzying highs and crushing lows of being human – the place from which we draw our deepest satisfaction (and our utmost disgust) in our quest to behold the object of our pursuit.

It is the place that moves us, not physically or mentally, but much deeper and in ways that we are often unable to describe with words. Only in feelings; feelings so intense and held so deeply that they are often hidden from even our own consciousness. Yet we know them. We know these feelings too well. They are what constitute our true psychology – our motivated response to what stimulates us in our environment. Deep down, our feelings become the motivation behind everything that feeds our desire for love, power and glory, and fuels our rage and madness when these things are denied to us.

They form the basis to all our beliefs because, based on our feelings about something, we go on to determine whether something is essentially real for us, or whether it is not.

If it is feels right, we wish to hold it, possess it.
If not, we might wish to eliminate or destroy it.

With the Sun in Scorpio for the next 30 days, it is time to look deeper into what we are holding and what must change in our world."

***********************

Things did get rather stirred up in that thread, which was started by the Mod Gracy, and I asked her out of curiosity if she would reveal whether she has some strong Scorpio elements in her chart.

You can see her reply here: https://projectavalon.net/forum4/showthread.php?116692-The-Great-Separation-Quarantine&p=1461482&viewfull=1#post1461482

Thanks to Gracy for that. :nod:

There is a site devoted to astrology here: https://www.astro.com/horoscope
...where everyone can get their own chart made up quickly and automatically for free and it can be quite accurate, especially if you know your time of birth (and place, of course).

Not everyone would be willing to make that kind of info public (especially Scorpios), but it's a very good way for students of astrology to better understand how to identify characteristics in people by knowing their astrological info, and that has always fascinated me.
(And I was not asking for her full chart, in any case, but am just providing the link to the astro site for anyone who could benefit from it.)

(BTW, some astrologers, reportedly, are able to figure out another person's chart just by meeting them in person, so I have never doubted that it is a true science and art, and can be very helpful for people trying to understand each other, as well as the universe in general.

Of course, not all students of astrology agree about everything, but that's to be expected...)

Off topic apologies... Would you be willing to look at my chart Onawah? It's only recently thanks in large part to @Ian33 and @Lunesoleil that I've begun to look at astrology properly and it's been a real head turner to realise what I've been so casually disregarding is in fact pretty central to our lives here. I'm now trying to work out how to do something about the cards I got dealt. Be interested in your feedback if you wouldn't mind me sending my chart?

[Gracy]

Geminis are very curious, and I have a lot of Gemini in my chart, and I was wondering recently about a particular Avalonian, and if there are some strong Scorpio aspects in her chart because her posts have a tendency to "stir things up" a lot, that being a Scorpio trait.

See: https://projectavalon.net/forum4/showthread.php?116692-The-Great-Separation-Quarantine&p=1461482&viewfull=1#post1461482

I quoted in that thread something from this thread (in the post above, #328), as follows:
""And we are not just speaking about positive sensations either. Scorpio is just as turned on by pain as it is with pleasure. In fact, they’ll take any feeling and hold it – anything at all, as long as it gives them an emotional kick. They revel in it. They LOVE it. To death…

..that’s right, DEATH. They will pursue something that gives them a kick, even if it kills them. Well, not necessarily literally, but you get it. They will do something that serves to thrill them until there’s nothing left but the exalted feeling of having died and become reborn. No wonder this is the sign associated with sex. The orgasmic point is like a little death in itself.

Yet, to a Scorpio, any emotion is better than no emotion. Because Scorpio cannot stand emotional numbness. This is why this sign is strongly associated with ‘change’. They would sooner turn everything upside down looking for a thrill rather than become subjected to what they consider a dull, morose and predictable emotional nothingness. Even if the thrill is an intensely painful or destructive one…

We all have Scorpio somewhere in our chart. It is the side of us that stores all the powerful emotions – the dizzying highs and crushing lows of being human – the place from which we draw our deepest satisfaction (and our utmost disgust) in our quest to behold the object of our pursuit.

It is the place that moves us, not physically or mentally, but much deeper and in ways that we are often unable to describe with words. Only in feelings; feelings so intense and held so deeply that they are often hidden from even our own consciousness. Yet we know them. We know these feelings too well. They are what constitute our true psychology – our motivated response to what stimulates us in our environment. Deep down, our feelings become the motivation behind everything that feeds our desire for love, power and glory, and fuels our rage and madness when these things are denied to us.

They form the basis to all our beliefs because, based on our feelings about something, we go on to determine whether something is essentially real for us, or whether it is not.

If it is feels right, we wish to hold it, possess it.
If not, we might wish to eliminate or destroy it.

With the Sun in Scorpio for the next 30 days, it is time to look deeper into what we are holding and what must change in our world."

***********************

Things did get rather stirred up in that thread, which was started by the Mod Gracy, and I asked her out of curiosity if she would reveal whether she has some strong Scorpio elements in her chart.

You can see her reply here: https://projectavalon.net/forum4/showthread.php?116692-The-Great-Separation-Quarantine&p=1461482&viewfull=1#post1461482

Thanks to Gracy for that. :nod:

There is a site devoted to astrology here: https://www.astro.com/horoscope
...where everyone can get their own chart made up quickly and automatically for free and it can be quite accurate, especially if you know your time of birth (and place, of course).


Alrighty, so here we go. I know virtually nothing about Astrology, save for my sign, so after having the site you listed do a chart for me, I'm Capricorn/Ascendant Taurus. Beyond that I don't know how to read a chart.

So tell you what, I'll PM you the pertinent details you would need, you can chart me for yourself, and if there's some raging Scorpio in there, do tell us all about it.

[onawah]

Apologies to you both, as I am not an astrologer.
I'm certainly very interested in it, though from more of an intuitive perspective than a technical one.
Perhaps Ian33 and @Lunesoleil could help you interpret your charts.

Gracy, thanks for sharing.
I'm a Leo with Gemini Rising and Taurus Moon, but Gemini is so dominant in my whole chart that I've been told I seem more like a Gemini than a Leo.
So it's not necessarily always the Sun, Rising and Moon signs that tell us everything important about an individual, and you may have some strong Scorpio aspects raging in there somewhere. :lol:

By the way, I think I learned as much about myself through the Myers Briggs test as I did through astrology, in case you haven't done that yet.


Off topic apologies... Would you be willing to look at my chart Onawah? It's only recently thanks in large part to @Ian33 and @Lunesoleil that I've begun to look at astrology properly and it's been a real head turner to realise what I've been so casually disregarding is in fact pretty central to our lives here. I'm now trying to work out how to do something about the cards I got dealt. Be interested in your feedback if you wouldn't mind me sending my chart?



Alrighty, so here we go. I know virtually nothing about Astrology, save for my sign, so after having the site you listed do a chart for me, I'm Capricorn/Ascendant Taurus. Beyond that I don't know how to read a chart.

So tell you what, I'll PM you the pertinent details you would need, you can chart me for yourself, and if there's some raging Scorpio in there, do tell us all about it.

update: The astro.com site will actually tell you a lot about your chart and give you updates, also will make comparisons between your chart and another person's and tell you how you are likely to interact. There are professional astrologers that contribute regularly there. It's basic services are free, but you can get more in depth info if you subscribe.

[onawah]

HUMANITY’S BLACK SWAN MOMENT
New Moon at 12°40′ Scorpio,
Thursday, November 04, 21:15 UTC
https://angstoic.com/2021/11/humanitys-black-swan-moment-new-moon-at-1240-scorpio-thursday-november-04-2115-utc/

(I'm a bit late in posting this report here, but it feels very relevant to me. Note particularly the last 2 paragraphs:
"As we head into eclipse season (Nov 19-Dec 04), we get a sense of the socioeconomic turbulence that lies ahead. Eclipses are like cosmic wildcards, blindsiding us and throwing our best-laid plans into serious disarray. The year ends with the final instalment in this year’s series of earth-shattering Saturn/Uranus squares (Dec. 25), a sure sign that any established empire doesn’t end without significant upheaval from the people.

We can feel the nervous tension and restlessness building in the air. Unless we are aware that all intentions to exercise our power will be met with some resistance and disruptiveness, we stand to go into this very unnerving two-month period with an almost oblivious sense of ignorance and denial of our own selfish desires. These are destructive and will ultimately take us down unless we rise above them.")

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"It is New Moon again – the synodic reset between the Sun and Moon’s cyclical rhythm. At this time of the month, we have a chance to purge old, stagnant energies that accumulate in the body and begin to refresh them with new ones. The area of experience activated in our lives by each lunation is indicated in the horoscope and tells where we both consciously and instinctively wish to make a fresh start.

In the sign of Scorpio, cosmic energies are of the fixed/water modality, dealing with intense and biased emotions steeped in willful desire. Astrologers commonly regard this to be a most unfavourable placement for the Moon since our tendency to take personal affairs very seriously sometimes leads us to possessive and extremely jealous, unforgiving, resentful and vindictive behaviour in some cases.

The Scorpio Sun consciously highlights our superpower – where we tend to be most passionate, fiercely loyal, penetrating, tenacious, capable of confronting and channelling powerful emotions, regenerative and healing through our determination to eliminate inessentials.

Conversely, the Moon in this sign (of her fall) can show us where we tend to become demonically possessed by the little green monster, reacting in extremes by holding grudges and conniving to take revenge. We find it hard to forgive and let go (purge) old emotional wounds at this event since we do not easily forget personal insults and injuries. Hence, at 12°40′ Scorpio, this is the hardest lunation to manage due to the drama, unnecessary pain, and suffering accompanying any fresh start we feel we must make now.

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The lunation is significantly challenged by opposition to Uranus, in ‘fall’ through Taurus, where innovations con­cerning the use of money and resources, reforms in business, economics and more humanitarian means considerably impact our personal lives especially the stability of our relationships.

In many ways, this can be a turbulent period, both personally and in the greater scheme of global events. We must avoid any tendencies towards brooding and hellbent destructiveness at all costs. Consider this lunation as a golden opportunity to restructure any failing family and domestic situations. Examine how we tend to domi­nate others through subtle means, where we trespass the prerogative of others by prying, scheming, exploiting them by using insights gained for selfish means and unsavoury agendas.

These ‘dark’, insidious energies become extremely exposed in our personal interactions and the global sociopolitical arena. They are up for renewal because we no longer have the resources to sustain or support ongoing abuses and violations. To achieve a worthwhile objective, we must be open and definite about our motives for all our actions. We are heading into a period of great transparency, where excessive attachment to personal desires is immediately exposed. Cruel, selfish or undignified conduct must be examined and dropped when revealed that honourable intentions and appropriate motivations are not present.

As we head into eclipse season (Nov 19-Dec 04), we get a sense of the socioeconomic turbulence that lies ahead. Eclipses are like cosmic wildcards, blindsiding us and throwing our best-laid plans into serious disarray. The year ends with the final instalment in this year’s series of earth-shattering Saturn/Uranus squares (Dec. 25), a sure sign that any established empire doesn’t end without significant upheaval from the people.

We can feel the nervous tension and restlessness building in the air. Unless we are aware that all intentions to exercise our power will be met with some resistance and disruptiveness, we stand to go into this very unnerving two-month period with an almost oblivious sense of ignorance and denial of our own selfish desires. These are destructive and will ultimately take us down unless we rise above them."

[mozo33]

The 12 signs of the zodiac have Hebrew names that define them as the tribes of Israel and depict the truth of the gospel that is written in the heavens, all things declare Him, we will all come to a time where we understand He fills all things presently.

light is called out of the darkness of the earthly, not of the heaven ... symbolism.

[onawah]

“UNDER SIEGE” – Fixed Planetary T-Square Nov 11-19
https://angstoic.com/2021/11/under-siege-fixed-planetary-t-square-nov-11-19/

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"It is clear that under these FIXED T-SQUARE skies, things aren’t going to end nicely.

When fixed cosmic energies imbibe through egos, folks won’t budge. We stubbornly stick to our guns, refuse to yield from our position. We would rather hold out, risk breaking one another (or be broken) than bend a little and give up any ground.

In the extreme, we would rather go down with the sinking ship than spare a thought of being captured or ‘rescued and converted’ by our adversaries. A tense siege situation develops…
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I was watching a documentary about Ruby Ridge, an eleven-day siege in 1992 in Boundary County, Idaho. Authorities took on a family who decided to live in the middle of nowhere because the patriarch believed it was the end of the world. He had lost all faith in humankind, had no trust left in the government. This got me thinking about another siege inspired by this incident… the one at Waco, which occurred the following year.

During both instances, Saturn was again in Aquarius. When things got tense between those with fixed ideologies and the equally fixated government authorities, the result was an atrocious over-reaction and symbolic carnage:

“Hey chief, we’ve got a guy who lives in the middle of nowhere who doesn’t think you can trust the government.”

“Well, take an army out there and prove him wrong.”

Ebertin describes what’s about to take place in the next few days as:

☿ -♄/♅ The making of great demands upon one’s nervous energy, the ability to hit back hard under provocation, the ability to organise resistance, the act of separating oneself from others. – Necessary changes.

♂ -♄/♅ An act of violence, the occasional wrong use of extraordinary energy, undergoing great efforts and toil. – A violent or forced release from tensions or strains, the stage of challenging others for a decisive contest or fight Injury, accident, deprivation of freedom."

[onawah]

“Quality Over Quantity” LUNAR ECLIPSE at 27°14′ TAURUS
Friday, Nov 19, 08:58 UTC
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(I've really been feeling this eclipse, and Ang's insights have been most helpful in understanding why.)

"Lunar eclipses are not your ordinary Full Moons. Their cycle extends beyond their month, influencing the tone and feel of much of our year, especially if it forms significant aspects to our natal chart. Its accompanying Solar eclipse leaves a distinct impact along themes described more succinctly by the relationship to the Moon’s Nodal Axis.

The Lunar Eclipse in Taurus is famous for enhancing psychic intuition and spiritual insight. Sacred places, the soil, the psycho-sexual body and the Earth herself are heightened in magnetic effects. This kind of sensitivity can be either healing or disturbing.

In one sense, this lunation highlights where we are inclined to be overly preoccupied with satisfying material and physical desires, indulging ourselves in the pleasures of the senses. Over the recent months, as the intensity of this eclipse builds, we will have seen where we developed con­siderable inertia, allowing the build-up of tension to become unbearable until it has begun to erupt in a powerful and often de­structive manner.

Brooding in self-pity, wallowing in low self-esteem or negativity about our interpersonal inadequacies could result in unsatisfying relationships and even degrading sexual behaviours, which leaves us feeling soul-starved and even more at the mercy of our desires.

Finding easy ways to fulfil or sublimate frustrated sexual energies can become channelled into strange compulsions, addictions, or perverted into perfunctory ways to manipulate others into conforming to our will. During this period, it would be an understatement to say that we are prone to monstrous interper­sonal conflicts because of our inability to resolve obsessive desires.

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With JUPITER as the t-squared focal planet of this epic lunation, emotional excesses and impractical views thwart progress in the affairs influenced by the lunar eclipse and Jupiter, calling for emotional restraint and sound judgment.

Jupiter in Aquarius lends a blind optimism and often over-the-top moral push in his pursuit to integrate humanitarian, progressive, reformist sociopolitical elements into our lives. However, a sociologically determined belief system that is cause-oriented towards a ‘better society’ assumes too much. In reaction, it generates a radical, revolutionary, utopian, impractical, pseudo-liberal state of mind, which rather inclines many to exercise poor judg­ment and impracticality concerning future matters.

Too often, when we espouse our beliefs into big ‘hopes for the future’, we also tend to overlook immediate realities. We may talk up our utopian visions or woke ideologies, exaggerate our noblest intentions, we may even travel incessantly, not merely for business or enjoyment, but to avoid dealing with the dire existential issues now plaguing humanity and surmounting in our daily life. We focus instead on grandiose schemes and dreams that are unlikely to be accomplished since we’re effectively glossing over or ignoring the real matters at hand. These pie-in-the-sky projections come undone as the fabric of today’s society starts to tear at the seams trying to keep up with Jupiter’s inflations.

Among social lessons, this eclipse shows where we may personally be somewhat overconfident and overbearing, inclined to overextend and overcommit ourselves, be­lieving so entirely in our capacity to achieve the im­possible that we haplessly or arrogantly impinge upon the prerogatives and rights of all those around us.

Of course, the effects of any eclipse are usually months, even years in the making, and its post-residuals are long-lasting, leaving a permanent impact on our lives and our societies. This lunar eclipse is the longest of the century (its peak will last 3 hours, 28 minutes). Falling just a few degrees shy of being a total eclipse, at just over 6 hours in duration, this is the longest partial lunar eclipse in 580 years. This fact, in itself, is a symbolic marker of the importance of some of its themes in relative terms.

Physically, an excessive approach to anything in life results in weight gain and liver disorders. Psychologi­cally, a lack of moderation leads to becoming carried away with experiences, activities and re­lationships. If you’re noticing that you’re becoming self-indulgent, lazy and extra­vagant, choosing quantity over quality, glutting yourself on more and more pleasurable experiences until you become bloated, then do not be surprised if something comes along to burst your overinflated bubble. One can only translate these to the corporate or political world.

Likewise, if we expect too much from others, demanding that they fulfil our ongoing needs and voracious appetites, being more of a taker than a giver, often acting in compulsive, indulgent or patronising ways, seeking to boost our ego or acclaim to power or wealth, then expect to see more pricks in your balloon.

Being a self-proclaimed preachy know-it-all, professing to have the answer to every question, while philosophically or ‘legally’ extricating yourself from every predicament, you may dogmatically and self-righteously have placed yourself under the most pernicious consequences this eclipse has to dish out to all its cosmic hypocrites. A cosmic bubble is about to be burst here.

HEALING
The Scorpio Sun will help transform our unconscious Taurean inertia and pla­cidity, urging us to direct our conscious will toward discovering more profound pleasures than those of mere materialistic or hedonistic nature.

Penetrating to the very core of our psyche, Scorpio seeks to release potent regenerative energies, capable of transforming wounded mat­ter into functionality in the material world again. Whilst this happens every year around this lunation, the next couple of years will be particularly intense around this theme since the Moon’s Nodes will transit the Scorpio/Taurus axis.

In the initial eclipse of its kind, we must look to work with the lessons of the current transits. Once we have learned to express the excesses of Jupiter in Aquarius more harmoniously, our confidence to be more socially coherent will spring from an ability to see ourselves in the context of others more truthfully, without pomp and hubris. We will find the balance necessary to overcome mat­erial attachments and learn to control insatiable appetites. Here, we get in touch with our inner teacher or guide and apply the insights and lessons we gain from our recent foolishness of overreaching or overindulgence back into every area of our lives.

The power of the Scorpio Sun enables us to satisfy, conquer, or sublimate our excessive desires. As it’s light becomes obscured from the Moon’s surface for a few hours, the celestial power outage leaves us with an intense sense of loss, one which we may already recognise. Its penetrating insight allows us to experience ourselves as more than just a greedy physical body and confront energies and laws that transcend the material plane.

Many of the things which our Taurean self has unconsciously accumulated could be eliminated and regenerated by Scorpio, who forces us to refine and remake our entire value system so that we can appreciate what is essential in our lives and rid ourselves of the baggage that char­acterises a life of overindulgence and ease at the expense of the poverty or disease of others.

Our Scorpionic sense of privacy, too, must be balanced with our Taurean sense of self-preservation and self-sufficiency, ensuring that we do not divulge information that leaves us feeling overly vulnerable or at the mercy of another’s power. If the Jupiterian element has encroached itself into our private lives by its overarching laws or practices of institutional invasiveness, limiting our capacity to define ourselves – this over-reach must become curbed. The soul requires a certain degree of inner freedom to commit itself to a purpose in which it fully (wholeheartedly) believes, without manipulation, temptation or coercion from outside influence.

Hence, deep down, if you see yourself refusing to follow any path which appears in front of you blindly, it is because you intend to carefully examine each possibility, acting only on those which accord with your own inner voice. Understand that growth does not necessarily mean endless prolif­eration and development, for sometimes, like an uncontrollable cancer, it can also malignantly devour all cells within reach.

Both Taurus and Scorpio are strong-willed, deter­mined and resourceful signs; linked together, they can lead to phenomenal accomplishment. The eclipse t-square to Jupiter must be employed to deem that the quality of our involvement in each experience matters more than the number of our experiences. The Scorpio Sun can help us use our Taurean resources, and the re­sources others have and willingly share for mutual benefit.

Only by clearing away excesses described by this square can one advance the interests which will, in effect, test our integrity, moral standards and sense of decency. Our perceptiveness and ability to deal with conflict (to confront the darker side of human nature and harness its energy for higher purposes) will strengthen the force of our regenerating influence.

Here is an opportunity to take a balanced, healthy approach to life. If we are positive and opti­mistic, it is not because we are oblivious or insensitive to the suffering of others, but because we have experienced the pain within ourselves and in those around us. This potent eclipse offers us all a phenomenal awareness that even the most painful circumstances can lead us to deeper understand­ing and constructive action.

Let us now, at this Taurus lunation, ground our optimism, become open to reaching out to new experiences without overextending ourselves or making empty pro­mises, staying mindful of our own limitations and respecting those of others, yet never losing faith in the future and in the ingenuity of human nature to come together and create harmony and peace as per nature’s laws. In letting go of the excesses, we attract true wealth – spiritually, emotionally, intellect­ually and materially – as we become cosmically attuned to attract and share onwards from our own, inner wealth.

Blessings, and have an amazing lunar eclipse xx "

[onawah]

GOODBYE & FAREWELL’ – Sun on the South Node
November 23, 2021
Ang Stoic
https://angstoic.com/2021/11/goodbye-farewell-sun-on-the-south-node/

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"The SUN, now in Sagittarius, is transiting over the Lunar South Node. This is the point where soul entities disconnect; where people exit our lives as their role in our story has run its course.

Time comes and people go their ways, receding slowly out of reach until you see their specks dispersing in your rearview. Sometimes we don’t even know they’re leaving.

Naturally, it hurts to separate. I guess it hurts so much because our souls are intricately interconnected. Perhaps they always have been and will be. Perhaps the South Node is where we’ve lived a thousand lives before this one, and the North Node’s where we find each other again, each time being dragged apart for the same reasons.

This all too-huge world keeps vaulting us through an endless cycle of good-byes, each reminiscent of the souls we’ve met and lost over the past ten thousand years.

As we say goodbye now, let us lean forward to the next wild venture underneath the skies, ready to catch a glimpse of who and what may come our way."

[onawah]

TOTAL SOLAR ECLIPSE AT 12°22' SAGITTARIUS: "Are You Ready To Be Blindsided?
12/3/21
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"Greetings Fellow Travellers,

On Saturday, December 4, the world will experience its second total solar eclipse in Sagittarius in less than 12 months. A total eclipse of the Sun happens when the Moon blocks 100% of the Sun's light, projecting an ominous shadow upon the earth. At 07:33, Universal Time, the day will turn to darkness for 1 minute 54 seconds. But unless you are a penguin in Antarctica, you will not witness this phenomenon, one of nature's most extraordinary experiences.

However, whilst you might miss the spectacle visually, you will most likely feel its effects. Eclipses have a powerful impact on our lives and the areas indicated in your chart specifically. We experience the eclipse's influence for months preceding the event, and the crises they activate in our lives can dramatically alter the course of our affairs for many months, even years after.

Now, given that this is a South Node Eclipse, this acts like a cosmic power-outage, challenging us by weakening our capacity to distinguish truth from dogma and exhausting our ability to argue our philosophical views. It is generally felt as a depressive period, filled with unfortunate incidents. Losing control, relapsing into addiction, unconsciousness, power­lessness: inexplicable sorrow, sullen withdrawal, fear and paranoia, hopelessness, negativity, and loss are common side effects to crises experienced as a result of matters that plague us during a South Node Solar blackout.

Interruption to the travel indus­try, flights, global postal systems, schools and educational institutions, foreign relations, and religious practices, distrust with legislation, lawmakers, political pundits, media broadcasters, and any industry associated with polling, speculation, expansionism and big developments, as well as sporting and cultural festivals, immigration and foreign travel all take a hit. In short, it sums up the current ****show to which we are all somewhat party.

This kind of melee is what happens when the Moon cuts off our Solar power for just a couple of minutes every six months. As mentioned earlier, this is the second SN Sadge eclipse since December 14, 2020. One may easily argue that current events in our lives are merely an extension of those that became aggravated a year ago. Fortunately, this will be the final eclipse in the Sagittarius/Gemini series, which began with the Lunar Eclipse (again in Sadge) on June 5 2020.

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I have shared many interesting observations on how these eclipses have specifically impacted our sociopolitical experience over the past 18 months. If you're a follower of my weekly Cosmic Bus episodes, it's been no secret that these significant lunation crises are here to test our faith, not just in our 'gods', 'gurus' and 'religious ideologies' but in the sacred trust in one another. At this point, we feel nothing but the strongest aversion to anyone whose beliefs and narratives do not align with our own. Meanwhile, we become prone to feeling an enormous affront that others do not take what we think too seriously at all. Scepticism and distrust are spreading at epidemic proportions. We have departed so abstrusely from the rationality and clear thinking necessary to facilitate not just our day-to-day matters but our entire evolutionary purpose.

Even our science, the one dependable provision to our fact-based academic means of critical reasoning, seems to have become enlisted in the Sagittarian mission to pontificate mandates and narratives. Our bigger story is akin to some quasi dystopian plan to convert every human on this planet into a strange cult-like movement whose 'charismatic leader' still seems curiously unknown to us. Perhaps we may never meet him. Perhaps it's not a 'him' at all, or even a 'her'. It may just be intelligence without form or centralized location.

Those who are at least partly aware of the absurdity of our situation also see the gross perversions to our truth and justice now being carried out. It is happening at every level. We are soon about to understand that we, humanity, are in the throes of being universally governed and groomed by a deep and sinister state of authoritarian control.

Our species is currently in the grips of a psychotic mind-virus - the most sinister epidemic disease known to humanity. Originating deep within those who suffer ancestral soul-sickness, it can potentially either wipe us all out or wake us all up. It all depends on whether we can see what it reveals to us or continue to sink into the mire of illusion.

Essentially, for our mind to comprehend any concept, it has to align with a structured neural edifice called a 'frame' that makes it possible for our intelligence to contextualize, make proper sense of, and mentally 'discern' the thing in front of us. When 'truth' is repeatedly distorted, our frame of mind becomes twisted, consequently altering our understanding of the world. Our perception affects our consciousness, which is indeed what defines our character. When it becomes so frequently distorted by those human and nonhuman entities now possessed by a dark, cannibalistic life force for insidious purposes or profit, who offer nothing back in return, we find ourselves in a reality bereft of any purpose or meaning.

Eclipses produce powerful awakenings, brought about by sudden, unexpected incidents or encounters that jolt our lives into a new direction. They are often not what we expected, yet we realize that we should have expected as much and nothing less when we look back. Like the Moon's pass before the Sun, we suffer a momentary blackout, followed by an intensely bright epiphany to the very thing that has the potential to blindside our fate. As such, it becomes incumbent upon us to stop everything, unplug and deal with the most glaringly obvious matter at hand.

So let's do that!

If you don't already know what 'that' might be, or more curiously, refuse to address it because it interferes with your selfish plans, then I might suggest it's vital you look deeper. It may sound like an imposition, but it's good for your soul. Besides, you may not have much choice. The cosmos knows your pressure points...

Many blessings, and have a profoundly enlightening eclipse experience xx"

[onawah]

"Justifying Our Conviction" - The Astrology of the Full Moon at 27°29' Gemini
04:36 UTC Sunday, Dec 19
https://app.getresponse.com/view.html?x=a62b&m=BExypM&mc=It&s=s4iNwR&u=Ghhv4&z=EMkxMH2&

"Greetings Fellow Travellers,

We are living in times of startling revelation. We are now, under the current lunation, afforded an opportunity to see our inner world reflected through the eyes and ears of others. Here, the Gemini Full Moon generates some degree of self-effacement, perhaps conflict against the Sagittarian Sun as the two luminaries try to show us how to blend our need to satisfy the values of intellectual curiosity with the desire to form a cogent sense of morality.

Under any Full Moon, our relationships are often conflicted, highlighting problems that generally manifest into crises. In this event, issues emerge due to the scattering of our mental energies. We may be engaging in too many ac­tivities, inundated with too many disparate ideas that cannot be synthesised or trying to relate to too many people. When we attempt to do too much, restlessly darting from one interest to another, we are often given into perfunctory action or become superficially occupied.

It is a time to examine where we have become too carried away with theories or meaningless bits of data, at­tempting to gain some meaning over our current reality using logic. When we try to substitute opinions for real-life experience or hypothesise endlessly about everyday problems without actu­ally getting out and living our lives, we are eventually faced with the stark realities.

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This lunation forms a loose t-square to Neptune, warning of the dangers of getting too lost in dream worlds of our own creation. This sets us up for disappointment if we have become carried away with illusions and unrealistic expectations or have tried to escape from dealing with reality. This distortion of truths and facts may be understandable, given the constrictive limitations enforced upon us by government mandates due to the world pandemic. A quincunx to Pluto in Capricorn reveals significant stress points that have affected our mental and spiritual well-being due to extremely coercive manipulation, particularly by corporations and patriarchal figures. Under the mass dissemination of digital data, it is no wonder that so many appear to have become hypnotised by wild conspiracy theories, misinformation and conjecture.

Under the same polarity of signs as the transiting Nodal Axis of the Moon, this Gem/Sadge lunation highlights severe crises resulting from having invested too much energy in seeking contentment by fantasi­sing about what might be rather than attempting to look into what (actually) is. This lunation's affliction to Neptune indicates how our mental disorientation has possibly influenced our physical health, too, resulting in oversensitivity to foods and medicines and psychosomatic illnesses whose cause can neither be diagnosed nor treated using conventional means.

Those who manipulate words, incessantly spruiking narratives, play mind games with people or bombard them with a mass of irrelevant or disconnected information are both victims and perpetrators of this Full Moon crisis. The 27º Sagittarius Sun is in direct alignment to our galactic centre, the celestial source of energetic particles (cosmic information) that shower the Earth. Whilst our Sun acts as a divine transmitter of light and sound, these transmissions are no less filtered and refracted by challenging aspects from Neptune and Pluto.

To purport to be 'right' or have all the answers but answer nothing to no one generates a great air of chaos and distrust. Holding back or misstating information impedes the pure light transmission. More significantly, it harms the spirit of discovery into new perspectives and insights, undermining both the credibility of the word (logos) and sanity of the mind (logic). Those who refuse to employ powers of reason­ing, or back up their claims using a sound repertoire of facts to support their bias­es, or who try to convince others that they possess know­ledge or understanding that they do not, are only committing a travesty of truth and justice.

As we might see in the many personal and public exhibits in recent or current events in our world, two circumstances lead to arrogance: one is when people are wrong and cannot admit it; the other when people are right, and nobody can stand it.

Crises under this Full Moon provoke an intuitive warning to all involved of the dire need to focus on our immediate environment. The Gemini Moon seeks to guide us to how we can genuinely apply Sagittarian wis­dom to our regular daily activity. If we must think in global, big-picture concepts, we must find balance by acting locally, applying wisdom into our everyday lives.

It is time to cease losing ourselves down rabbit holes, false narratives, and higher realms that bear no connection or relevance to our everyday circumstances. By exposing our attitudes and beliefs to the rigorous Geminian tests of reality-facing and logical thinking, we can develop a conceptual system or philosophy of life that is meaningful in all respects and helps us progress along our chosen path. We will also hope to get along better with one another, a situation now made at its worst with an opinionated Sagittarian Mars hovering angrily over the Moon's South Node."

[onawah]

"Come Hell or High Water" The Cancer Full Moon at 27°51'
Mon Jan 17, 23:50 UTC
https://app.getresponse.com/view.html?x=a62b&m=BBJLpe&mc=It&s=s4iNwR&u=Ghhv4&z=EFNB9Jr&

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"Greetings Fellow Travellers,

As if the stars of Capricorn did not lend enough ambition and determination to our transiting Sun, an application of Pluto energy only intensifies the solar willpower par extreme. Those at the late degrees of cardinal signs activated by this conjunction can utilise this transit, maximising your chances to accomplish anything you put your mind to.

Or at least that is the apparent manifestation. The Sun energy personifies stellar influences, giving them form and character and a certain degree of authority. Pluto applies considerable attitudes of extremism to our leading characters, and we observe how beliefs, ideas, and opinions are often expressed with excessive force and intensity.

An earthy/cardinal sign, Capricorn tinges efforts in a dry, earnest manner, imposing strict measures and rules. Ruled by Saturn, the constraints are tight and desired results are absolute and irrefutable. Intensified by Pluto, there is often little room to wiggle; events are polarised in terms of 'black and white', with little mirth or tolerance for the 'greys' to be entertained or accepted as any viable alternative. The Plutonian narrative here is, "If success must come at any cost, let's not bother too much about who or what suffers to achieve our objective".

Over the past few years, we have spoken extensively about the rise of the unchallengeable authoritarian powermonger as punctuated by recent critical lunations and eclipses in 2019, 2020 and 2021. It looks as if the stars augur a more radical approach to handling direly emerging practical matters. It would also appear that leeway, discourse, and democratic debate aren't necessarily suitable or even welcome in the quest to achieve a massively wide-arching global objective (whatever that is).

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Sun/Pluto in Capricorn seems content to disregard style, manner of procedure, laws, ethics, humanitarian rights, ecological and biogenetical concerns, trepidations about honour and decency in how the world and history books may judge him, at least for the moment. When the Sun merges with Pluto, our lead character is interested only in attaining a distinct objective, often known only to him, and he pursues it as if it is a matter of life and death.

Naturally, the usual Capricornian concerns of social status, prestige, money, public duty and patriarchal legacy have exponentially strengthened since Pluto entered Capricorn in 2008. Pluto lends tremendous urgency to the sign it is transiting as if it is fighting desperately to preserve its values. Consequently, during his 16 yr run, he goes too hard, creating all kinds of disproportionate and ultimately annihilating behaviour, especially in our interpersonal interactions.

Due to past traumas, Pluto isn't looking to form a relationship; he's looking to take hostages. His whole "till death do us part" clause is his binding mechanism to protect against deeply-buried abandonment issues, deeply buried under a web of secrets, lies and denials because Pluto has trouble opening up. God forbid you should get close. The explosion of secreted rage and resentment can be punishing. We will shut up and play along with the mystery, untruth, cover-up or charade to avoid triggering any outbursts if we know what's good for us.

At some point, it becomes evident that the harshly ruthless, seemingly psychopathic conduct has become untenable. As much as Capricorn strives to attain the highest standards and measures of control, it loses perspective and balance under prologued extreme applications. Emotional understanding seems to be a weak spot, and under this Cancer Full Moon, the powerful lunar energy reflects the inherent problems of the Plutonified Sun.

Full Moons are a time of contrast when primal energies pull away from one another, and our conscious attention seeks to receive support and encouragement from those around us. Such moments are often fraught with conflict and crises, however small, providing complete perspective into distinct themes in our lives. The Cancer Moon reacts inwardly; emotionally, bearing a kind of fierce pleasure in brooding, pondering the 'toughness' of the harsh, dry Capricornian Sun, made ruthless and unfeeling by the interminably crazed agenda of Pluto. Family and security mean much - but she appears to endanger her chances of success because her reaction to Sun/Pluto energy is similarly extreme.

This Moon highlights how hard it is to relax under such tense and pressured circumstances. Relationships become highly uneasy, not helped by ongoing resentment and suspicion. Under such a lunation, we do not allow others access into the inner sanctum of our world. Distancing is expected since we dislike intrusion of any kind, taking offence whenever anyone is patronising or attempts to dictate to us. If anyone is going to dominate, we must set the terms, and we will not accept anyone trying to bully us on personal matters.

This lunation becomes a high-water mark in the ongoing saga for authoritarian control. Instinctively, individuals will seek to take control of their private lives and resume control over their own family and domestic matters, refusing to acknowledge others in positions of authority. As with every Full Moon, those with whom we conflict will either concede that things are not working as harmoniously as they should and agree to forfeit, end, or capitulate the agreement or come to the table with some 'solution'. This is especially so if instances of Capricorn's tendency for hypocrisy are coming to light.

Against the Sun/Pluto, the Cancer Moon shows little or no respect unless certain transformations have occurred to break down an almost narcissistic self-preoccupation, particularly when grandstanding social, political and corporate objectives and agendas. On a more personal level, we may each need to adjust certain attitudes."

[onawah]

LAST QUARTER MOON at 05°33′ SCORPIO – A MOST FIXED T-SQUARE
January 26, 2022
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"Spotlight on those who are most obstinate, gripped with righteous resolve and stubbornness, helplessly bonded to their better instincts, who rarely listen to the counsel of others and the excessive demands made upon their prerogative.

We may only wish to one day understand why they make what appears to be utterly ruinous life decisions; why they end their marriages, quit their jobs, uproot and relocate their entire lives, hold interminable grudges or wage bitter wars…

It is not merely because they dread what awaits them down the line should they agree like the others to be and do as is expected, but because, for better or worse, when they feel bullied by superior forces that they deem corrupt, it is in their inherent nature not to yield.

Here, with MARS exalted now in Capricorn too, there is an enormous drive to overcome obstacles and achieve tremendous feats; yet their impetus is loaded with anger, either as a means to resist running away or bowing to state or corporate directives that are patently unjust.

We may not understand but here, under this intensely fixed melee, let’s not be too quick to judge those who are able to dispassionately perceive if their stubbornness will merely accomplish personal gain or serve some ‘greater good’. In any sense, some individuals seem ruthlessly obedient to their idea of fair play and the preservation of their own nature."

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LOOKING FORWARDS – Astrology of Now
January 23, 2022
https://angstoic.com/2022/01/looking-forwards-astrology-of-now-jan-22-2022/

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"Let me just weigh in here with an astro update, since the Aquarian Sun, now besieged (along with a RxMercury) between malefics PLUTO and SATURN doesn’t hold much “hope” for those individuals who hope to stand away from the pack and make it alone, or be part of a resistant ‘minority’ right now. Aquarius is wide-thinking, technologically way more advanced, always about moving the greater team effort forward. Individuals who do best during this time are those who consider how they can benefit the whole crew.

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One principle that comes to mind here is that of “utilitarianism”, which asserts that so long as our efforts contribute towards producing a beneficial result for the majority, then they are not only deemed socially and ethically acceptable but justifiable, regardless of the consequences. Grimly, this also means that any act, however cold or gruesome towards those deemed to stand against the majority, is considered defensible if it is for the greater good of ‘the collective’.

You can quickly see how this can be at least a little irksome, if not dauntingly discomfiting for the staunch individualists out there, especially under URANUS in Taurus, who seems determined to disrupt the consensus by maintaining economic, materialistic and physical autonomy against the marching trend towards an organised collective order.

Perhaps it’s best to keep in mind another Aquarian group ideal, that of “communitarianism”, where individual living and individual contributions to small, self-governing communities or extensive family complexes are important. This group ideal allows us to be the best we can be without shutting others out, with emphasis on encouraging the best in everyone, valuing inclusivity and the nuances of individual diversity.

There’s a few other collective ideologies (like Marxist–Leninism, Communist dictatorship, National Socialism, Anarcho-collectivism, Corporatism) which I’d rather not entertain here, since they have not exactly worked out too well (across the board) for individual enterprise or endeavours of the human spirit [see 20th century].

Let’s understand, with Pluto soon entering Aquarius, the gilded days of the celebrated selfish individualist are nearly over. Let’s hold hope that as long as we each continue to do our part willingly and happily, contributing to the common good of our community as dependable and responsible individuals, we shall each find a fruitful way of coexisting again. Going into the Aquarian New Moon, it is a time to plan into this new vision, and know too that this uncomfortable period of social fragmentation will soon, one way or another, eventually be over…"


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Ang Stoic
1/27/22
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"SATURN & URANUS dominate next Tuesday's lunation, not merely by their co-governance of Aquarius or the New Moon's midpoint activation of their separating square, but Saturn, who is all over this, currently holds governance over MERCURY, MARS, VENUS & PLUTO in Capricorn.
As we discussed in last week's instalment, with the NODES now in TAUR/SCORP, Pandora's box has been cracked open, unleashing some of the weirdest **** we've had to deal with yet. The Aquarian new moon on Saturn strikes us all hard, like a cold arctic blast of consequence which, versus Uranus, alerts us to the seriousness of our 'human condition' like an icepick to the third eye.
It has the quality of making those closest to us feel lonely and distant somehow; an implied cold withholding at the core of our being. It's priming us for something, so get set for reality, kids. And hey... when all’s said and done, Prince Charming will be there to throw you an ultimatum."

[onawah]

“ICEBREAKER” – The New Moon at 12°20′ Aquarius, Tuesday, Feb 01, 05:47 UTC
https://angstoic.com/2022/02/icebreaker-the-new-moon-at-1220-aquarius-tuesday-feb-01-0547-utc/

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"It is New Moon time. The confluence of Solar/Lunar energies conveys to us all a particularly focused essence of being, an experience typical of the constellation under which this monthly reset occurs.

At this time of year, the current Solar cycle is nearly complete. The Aquarian lunation heralds the penultimate phase of the Sun’s journey through the zodiac. Here, the icy breezes of this fixed air sign cut through our Sol like a cold wintry blast. Where the glacier meets the Aquarian sky, the land ceases to be earthly, becoming one with the heavens. Emotions chill and life, all the way down to the bacterium, becomes dormant. Here, no sorrow can reside; hence no joy is necessary. Hope alone presides, beyond all demands.

Thus we all ‘hope’ that by the March Equinox the worst of the winter will be over, that the snow would melt, and rivers will start to run, and the world would wake into itself again. It is the time of year when we look forward to things finally thawing down so we can project our visions and dreams into a warmer, more convivial tomorrow.

Not this year…

With Saturn still in Aquarius, we could well reason that the stiff arctic chills we’ve been experiencing for the past year or so will just hang in there, like an invalid refusing to die. The crotchety old inquisitor hovers over this lunation like a cryogenic spell, imposing his crippling vice grip over everything, ensuring the ice stays hard and the world remains unfriendly and cold.

And yet we hope…

All the positive sides of Aquarius: the inquisitive, truth-seeking intellectual; the radically innovative, edgy scientific genius; the sociable, people-oriented humanitarian; the kind and open-minded idealist who is tolerant, equitable and fair to one and all; the future-thinking progressive who is concerned with reforms and pledged politically to front a noble cause; etc., are somewhat dampened, limited, frustrated even totally denied by Saturn’s presidency over this lunation.

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And it does not help one bit that Aquarius’ modern ruler, Uranus, is square to the traditional ruler, Saturn. So instead, we get a sense of the more negative traits of Aquarius: the nerdishly rational egghead who seems socially distant and impersonal, awkward and aloof; cognitively detached and dissonant to the point of being disengaged; extremely steeped in sci-fi utopian/dystopian sociopolitical views; pseudo-liberal and woke-minded, intolerant of intolerance; stubbornly contrary and dismissive, recalcitrant and censoriously cancelling of everything and everyone that refuses to grasp their wildly erratic, eccentric and shockingly ‘progressive’ concepts.

For instance, the rise of ‘Wokeism’, whatever its core principles, is now hedging to become the West’s next pseudo-religious ethos. Will it succeed? It seems unlikely, given its core principles tend to fundamentally divide people rather than bind them together to a collective purpose.

Hence, rather than rallying together for common humanitarian ideals that will lead us all to become more active in our communities and preferred causes, we may contract the cold chills of separatism; a frustrated, peevish futility and despair about tomorrow. Rather than expecting the end of this winter, this lunation could seem more like the heralding of a ‘mini-ice-age’ (metaphorically speaking, of course… although the language of astrology is often more literal than we wish, at times eerily predictive).

Now, Saturn is long considered to have a maleficent impact on our lives. His grip over this lunation does reinforce that, sometimes, life’s lessons can seem impersonally heartless and unfriendly. In conjunction with the Moon and Sun, Saturn in a fixed sign is not much fun. However you take them, strict measures, rules and stringent limitations are necessary evils to keep the game of physical, 3D reality in check. Firm structures and foundations are vital to providing some predictability in our lives; otherwise, there’s only chaos and disorder, right?

Problems arise when Uranus challenges Saturn, disrupting Saturn’s linear outline of how things ‘should’ and ‘ought’ to be. We discussed some of the complications to the dilemma we are facing in more detail during our last bus episode, referencing various specific examples currently happening in our world. Uranus, very much like Aquarius, irreverently excites the awakened mind, inciting all kinds of sudden upheavals to Saturn’s efforts to establish rigid belief systems, restrict growth, and basically limit us from exploring other possibilities. However uncomfortable and irritating, these disruptions serve to liberate us, revolutionising the way we see the world and ushering out the old so that the new can come through. Struggles are inevitable, and there is every indication (sorry to be a bummer here) that these ‘glitches in the matrix’ will continue to test us, at least for the ‘time being’.

However, in this relentlessly cold and interminably icy “winter of our discontent”, Uranus in Taurus strikes this Saturn-encrusted Aquarian lunation like an icepick to the forehead, trying to hack its way to clearing humanity’s third eye. While it’s questionable to the status quo whether the icebreaking efforts seem necessary, coming off as hapless and precarious, they are nonetheless steady and relentless.

In one sense, we must aim to achieve delicate poise and balance when integrating Saturn’s influences. Even though the old guard pushes us earnestly to understand and work with prevailing structures and limitations, his constricting, ‘fear-based’ method can also cause us to settle for too little or deny our innovative endeavours because we are afraid to venture out to what is really possible.

We shall see that Uranus’ agitating influence is pervasive, not only in his current square but in his rulership over Aquarius. One way or another, the disintegration of old analogue-style paradigms, endemic within most of our institutions and large structures is happening. The digitisation of our world seems like a necessary step in establishing a new order, one that will allow the quantum computing models of tomorrow to function more comprehensibly.

Traditional establishments we have long taken for granted regarding healthcare, medicine, science, religion, politics, education, and social programs are crumbling around us. At the fractal ends, new formations are seething, bristling with vitality and gathering momentum. Despite all the perceived suppression and restriction, all kinds of nervous agitation is building, ready to unfurl and push humanity’s progress forward, all just a necessary part of the Uranian/Aquarian influence.

Many blessings, and may you have an amazing New Moon xx"

[onawah]

RED ALERT FOR THE NEXT 2 WEEKS (Full Moon square NODES)
February 3, 2022
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"As a kid, I wasn’t much into ballgames, but I remember the hissy grande mal schoolyard tantrums thrown by those kids who, whether because they were too spoilt or severely damaged, would spitefully snuff out the joy once an activity turned to their disadvantage.

“I’m taking my bat and ball and going home” was the belligerent warcry of the psycho superbrat who, when he doesn’t get his way, would openly lose his composure and wreak vengeance on those too dubious to accept his unyielding mandates.

By dramatically abdicating one’s active participation, sabotaging the play, or spitefully removing the critical tools of the game, one could effectively ruin all hope of a happy outcome for all.

Classic Scorpio South Node stuff…

Yeah, that’s right: it’s effectively “game over, folks” till we finally figure out that those we kindly allow into our creative ‘love-zone’ are possibly possessed with a malicious mind-virus, which sooner or later is going to detonate, unleash all hell, and ruin it for everyone.

As Frey once said about fellow eagle, Henley, “no one can suck the fun out of a room faster than that dude…”

Leading into the next Full Moon is a hiveful of dramas, which I want to pick apart gingerly, and with an appropriate degree of love and understanding. Everyone has their breaking point, and over the next 18 months, we are all going to be somewhat tested, especially if we stray from the centre towards the edges."

[Sue (Ayt)]

Leading into the next Full Moon is a hiveful of dramas, which I want to pick apart gingerly, and with an appropriate degree of love and understanding. Everyone has their breaking point, and over the next 18 months, we are all going to be somewhat tested, especially if we stray from the centre towards the edges."

Oh great
:(
Another reminder to stay strong, and stay centered, in the eye of the storm, and not get sucked into the whirlwind. It seems to just keeps getting stronger and stronger, doesn't it?

[onawah]

A time for being tried and tested, indeed... :nod:



Leading into the next Full Moon is a hiveful of dramas, which I want to pick apart gingerly, and with an appropriate degree of love and understanding. Everyone has their breaking point, and over the next 18 months, we are all going to be somewhat tested, especially if we stray from the centre towards the edges."

Oh great
:(
Another reminder to stay strong, and stay centered, in the eye of the storm, and not get sucked into the whirlwind. It seems to just keeps getting stronger and stronger, doesn't it?

[onawah]

MERCURY/PLUTO: Mental Persuasion, Propaganda and Mind Control
February 11, 2022
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"The lower, pre-conditioned mind is a networked terrain where thought patterns, idea-concepts, words and language are formed, symbols of our past and present perceptions stored in our memory, from which we draw to convey messages.

Our mind is constantly interacting with stimuli in immediate environs, scanning for relevant data to sort and assimilate. Our five senses perceive an array of sights, sounds, smells, feels, tastes, which over time, formulate specific transmissions for our brain to receive and process. This data collection, verification, sorting, and retrieval process is the function of Mercury – ruler of the mundane (lower) mind. Bridging neural pathways, through which spatial information reaches our consciousness, to cosmic messenger provides our core being (Sol) with vital messages from the outer worlds. Perceived spatial information helps us shape a picture of what’s happening around us, allows us to understand the location and dimension of objects and how different objects are related. It also allows us to visualise and manipulate objects and shapes in our heads to make creative decisions.

Mostly, these messages are ordinary and familiar, easy to see and understand. However, there are times when our mind perceives and processes thoughts and ideas that are extremely obscure and intense, and our senses become powerfully overloaded. In such events, our mind may either turn off dramatically; neural pathways may become burnt out and damaged (trauma); or otherwise develop a fascination to repeat the experience, learn more about what motivated it.

Picture a child, confronted with an open flame. Its senses will tell the brain this is hot, and the child will either decide to move away (aversion), touch the fire (get burnt), or become tempted to play with the fire and try to work out its properties, uses and even misuses.

Subconsciously our mind has the power to either shut down entirely or take us further than what meets the eye on any matter. Through our spatial experiences, our minds discover what we will deem as harmful, grotesque and distasteful and what we might find fascinating, intriguing and alluring enough to get stuck on.

This is what happens when Mercury meets dark underlord Pluto. Whether by transit or as a featured aspect of your birth chart, the Mercury/Pluto mind becomes equipped with the capacity to form intense liminal relationships between the inner and outer world. Depending on the suitability of the information, the individual will determine whether to shut out entirely (revulsion) or to become deeply engrossed with specific idea (compulsion) to the extent of understanding its hidden power or motive, amassing a kind of supernatural capacity to manipulate that idea into constructive or destructive means.

In favourable aspects (sextile, trine), this combination comes across as an ability to triumph or dominate in the realms of the intellect. The thought process is shrewdly critical, penetrating the psyche with all the investigative skills of a master detective, psychologist, or propagandist marketeer, able to grasp what ideas motivate, stimulate or trigger others. Natives with this combination may employ a sly, cunning manner to tease, tempt, or persuade their subject’s weak or unsuspecting mind, charming them to reveal their innermost thoughts or convincing them to adopt or abandon a desired idea.

Any idea promulgated with enough intensity or by the application of subtle, spaced repetition has the ability to enter and alter the subconscious mind’s thinking patterns or opinions, be it for selfish reasons or to serve a greater agenda. Through sheer indoctrination, the mind’s ability to evaluate evidence or even disagree is arrested or cleverly forbidden.

This combination is found in the signature of the analytic psychologist, forensic interrogator; the investigative journalist who uncovers a great scandal; neurolinguistic programmer; influential critic; the mentalist/magician; the powerful orator who enchants the masses with his word; the slick marketing madman, the demagogue, the plagiarist, and generally anyone who distorts, conceals or fraudulently misrepresents the truth.

In the more challenging aspects (square, opposition), there can be a certain ruthlessness in getting our point across, especially where others seem immune, hesitant, objectionable, non-consensual or impossible to convince. Pushing a point too hard, such as through irrational and intense rage, twisting a narrative, minimising objections or trivialising concerns, can often result in mentally abusive, oppressive, and even stigmatising relationships. Stonewalling, the cutting off of all communication (often referred to as ‘the silent treatment’), is a subversive means of coercion that can be just as damaging.

It must be said here that variations of the Mercury/Pluto condition, or its equivalent of Mercury in the 8th House, Pluto in the 3rd House, Pluto in the 6th House, Mercury in Scorpio, Pluto in Gemini, Pluto in Virgo is found both in perpetrators and victims of this combination. Your astrologer should be able to assess the developmental stages and potential activation dates more accurately after considering your entire chart.

In extreme cases, excessive mental strain, whether episodic (transits/progressions), or somehow inherent (natal), can produce severe mental anguish. Since stress is cumulative, it eventually erupts into spells of uncontrollably psychotic rage when not adequately released. Gaslighting, the practice of persistently projecting a false narrative that leads another to doubt their own perceptions to the extent that they become disoriented and distressed, is the most malignant form of this aspect, and it is prevalently expressed through the more challenging aspects (squares, oppositions, even the maligned conjunction).

Sufferers of the Mercury/Pluto mind-control trauma usually present a two-tiered condition, where they may harbour an unspeakable secret whilst simultaneously deflecting attention away from it. Like victims of the complex Stockholm Syndrome, they appear entirely brain-jacked while compulsively obsessed with asserting specific thoughts. A deeper study of mental coercion or victims of mind-control often reveals complicated distortions or a complete absence of consciousness, such as intellectual detachment or dissociation that is difficult to diagnose.

Natives may bury down all kinds of resentment, sometimes for decades. Like all Pluto afflictions, it surfaces as bizarre and twisted behaviour. A partial or complete mental breakdown may occur when a monumental life crisis triggers the individual. Counselling and much healing work will help with the wounding and seemingly irreparable harm.

Some ideas implanted into the brain can be like weapons, whether administered forcefully or subtly through spaced repetition; words can be sharper than knives, cutting deeply into the soul and leaving scars that are difficult to heal, often carrying through several generations. The Plutonic cycle is long (246 years), and its effects on transforming our thinking and language through culture is slow and thorough.

In our times, it is an emerging phenomenon that the root cause of many of the mental stresses and disorders we are all somewhat deeply vulnerable to is inherently a form of cultural or ancestral mind control. Being forced or indoctrinated into a way of thinking, talking, perceiving reality is an intrinsic part of our culture. Mental sculpturing is a heavy feature of our parental upbringing, passed on to us through our family conditioning and customs, education systems, news media, and all forms of advertising and government propaganda. It seems everyone has an underlying agenda to control the way we think.

In one sense, this subterranean force serves to summon our minds to evolve into much more effective tools that serve the divine process of change and adaptation. If we all work together by thinking together, we can assist with what is best for our entire species. However, when misused for the personal or egotistical profit of one individual or party, it can turn into abuse which is difficult to monitor and arbitrate the extent of, especially since much happens in secrecy or seclusion.

All through our lives, we are subjected to the thought-control of those whose ideas are either successful at influencing us or whose status is so influential that we feel powerless to deny, even if we know there is something oppressive. There are times when others, like demagogues and svengalis, forcefully inflict their distorted ideas upon us in such a way that we are left feeling unable to argue or refuse. They tax our mental strength and disturb our nervous systems so severely that our only recourse is losing our minds and surrendering to madness.

The practice of mindfulness seems like the only defence here. Yet often, by the sheer mass of Pluto, the mental processes of Mercury become so possessed and enslaved by obsessive thinking that there can often be no release but complete breakdown. According to mystics, this nervous break is often the precursor to one’s spiritual awakening – the only true release from mental enslavement.

As Venus had done in December, Mercury’s been hovering before Pluto since the end of January, forming sustained conjunction due to his retrograde. This current back and forth over Pluto by Venus and Mercury intensifies the need for an emotional, psychological and ideological shift. Mercury’s retrograde in Capricorn has dredged up many situations where mass-formation using guilt-laden mind games, manipulation of facts by people in authority, the issuing of extreme ultimatums by governments and corporations, the need to face toxic memories with our patriarchal parent, have all been providing an opportunity to see deeper into our fundamental problem with aim to resolve it and evolve.

Since Pluto works in the shadows, few individuals feel they possess the personal power to step up and achieve the necessary shift, given the corporate/state-controlled media seems likely to conspire to condemn them as scapegoats for daring to expose the hidden powers. Those who do this do so at their peril, for the censorious Capricorn powers are ready for the ultimate takedown. As we are seeing, it is best to unite with others to speak in one voice to expose the hypocrisy and double standards. Mass rallies and posturing into teams in preparation for a terminal fight against misinformation and restriction of movement, thought, speech is the precursor to what is coming up for us in the coming weeks of late Feb-Mar 2022.

Unless we can see something for what it is, we cannot hope to withstand its insidious attempt to control us or shut us out completely. Many will remain hypnotised, used as pawns or fodder, oblivious to the mind-control process since they are essentially not operating from their own centre of authority and light.

A most detrimental effect upon all culture is playing out under the hypnotic spell of the Pluto/Eris squares (2020-2022) [See article]

Humanity is summoned to seize back control of our mental faculties, which have been usurped over many generations by clever masterminds. These power-obsessed individuals have been craftily shaping how our civilisation thinks and moves through subtle indoctrination. Religion, education, politics, media, law, art; all cultural institutions have been hijacked and employed as instruments by which to manipulate the truth to keep us from expressing our voice.

Through deeper probing into these structures and finding ways to extricate ourselves from unpropitious influences, we gradually understand the source of this power, transform our way of thinking, and somehow reclaim the ability to think and speak for ourselves.

How does it affect your own journey in mastering your power of persuasion?

Aries/Aries Rising
You may feel like the outsider here, but you’re ambitious enough to seize on any opportunity for advancement should it arise. Have the wits to outsmart anyone who poses a risk or threatens, obstructs or inhibits whatever direction you have set your sights on or the objective you’re trying to achieve. Whilst you aim for a deeper, more meaningful communication, beware of engaging in mental battles with those in authority – they could wipe you out. Best to allow your mind to become more receptive to the greater forces, responding accordingly to what society needs from you to transform rather than blocking it out due to selfish or dogmatic ideas and attitudes.

Taurus/Taurus Rising
Such is your enthusiasm for convincing other people with your beliefs that you stand to make a great teacher (or spruiker). Being so highly compelling with presenting the ideas you espouse, you could easily convert others to your philosophy, religion or political views. Whilst you may enjoy some success in impressing others, it’s fair to warn you: if you lack any true moral code; operate from a selfish design to manipulate the minds of others for personal gain; try to fool or dupe others to make yourself feel superior, this could result in legal consequences that could be equally catastrophic to your reputation or social esteem later. Teach by example.

Gemini/Gemini Rising
Through your intimate dealings with others, a true evolution of your mental powers takes place. You possess a strange capacity to break down outgrown and limiting ideas and ways of looking at things so that new perspectives may form. It is an alchemical process that can burrow increasingly deeper into the true nature of what motivates the structured mind. Here, you wage an intense war between those who desire to communicate and those who are stuck in fear of expressing their true intent, thus externalising any hidden agendas by sheer application of mental pressure.

Cancer/Cancer Rising
Your communications with others, especially words exchanged with partners, act like incendiary missiles fired into the most profound and hidden aspects of their minds. Seek to guide and support their transformation and healing by engaging them in intense yet subtly probing dialogue. Those with whom you hold a special significance in your life can benefit from your ability to help them reveal the shadowy recesses of their minds. As you sharpen your mental prowess through close liaisons, be mindful not to allow obsessive or coercive thinking to take over and possess you or the other party. Ward off trying to pass off conservative mental patterns that are outdated or simply stagnant to one another.

Leo/Leo Rising
It has become your supreme talent to shed enormous light on situations that have stifled ideas and curtailed thinking or speech to the point where your work has become oppressive, or you cannot express yourself as you please. It would be best if you worked hard to transform this thinking into more positive outlets. With supreme mastery, you help cut out the negative aspects of your work and health routine, rebuilding new channels of thought and communication, especially in your ‘workplace’. Beware that you do not use your mental powers to manipulate others into doing things they do not want to do, press them into guilt or shame for their efforts, or so you can avoid having to do your own ‘dirty work’. Avoid being a hypocrite, or you will be called out. Help to foster a deeper connectedness in your workplace so that you may do great things together with others in a team environment.

Virgo/Virgo Rising
You take extreme pride in communicating confidently and in such an authoritative manner that you manage to express what is most important. Beware of overt egotism in trying to push any of your extreme ideas or opinions onto others. Respecting boundaries and giving others the freedom to argue or debate with you will warm them over to your views. This can mark the beginning of a tremendously fruitful creative venture, one that can penetrate deeper into the world of structured or traditional thinking and entertain new ways of looking at things.

Libra/Libra Rising
Any insecurities that lurk inside you, especially those that arise from your roots, culture or early conditioning, could manifest now as a mental obsessiveness to find their cause. If the pressure within you builds too much, it could explode into emotionally fueled domestic arguments. You can avoid these intense blow-ups on your home-front by learning to relinquish any old ties, especially those that pull on your guilt strings or past inadequacies. Whilst there is an emotional need to probe deeper into your past, you must learn not to hold things too personally. The skeletons of your past or revealed family secrets have little or nothing to do with the present. Bring them to light in order to let them go, forever.

Scorpio/Scorpio Rising
Accessing a deeper, more penetratingly truthful source of communication may be a significant part of your mental metabolism. For a long time now, you have been psychologically obsessed with controlling thought and opinion, primarily through your spoken or written work, aiming to influence those closest to you. This can now develop into bitter mental battles with relatives or neighbours. Try to allow your mind to be mentally receptive to spiritual energy rather than shutting out reason due to rigidly and relentlessly held attitudes and ideas.

Sagittarius/Sagittarius Rising
If your entire value system seems at times inordinately focused on gaining massive reserves of mental power from which to pursue some kind of financial advantage merely, know that this is your identification with fear, not love. Do not allow your mind to become structured to focus only on making money. Sure, you can easily find windows in the system to jump through and grab whatever materials opportunity presents you. The real value is in how you use these to transform the physical world to rise above fear profoundly. Things are not just there for your own selfish ends. Use these to bring change into the lives of others.

Capricorn/Capricorn Rising
The force of your mental acumen must become sensitive to the ideas of others rather than be solely focused on your own. You project a lot of power, often in a low-key, subdued manner. Suppose you attempt to dominate others with your ideas. In that case, you will only frustrate and weaken the relationship rather than offer the genuine support necessary to help others through their critical changes. Be kind and understanding. Try not to identify too much with your ego. This is not about you feeling superior. Allow the intense communication process with others to grow both yourself and others when connecting.

Aquarius/Aquarius Rising
A reminder that you are so vulnerable to the negative opinions of others that lower vibrational communication like nagging or gossip about you has the subtle effect on unconsciously sapping your mental energy. You may worry endlessly without knowing why. If your progressive mind finds it excruciatingly difficult to focus, then you must learn to still this mind by simplifying your life and those things for which you feel responsible. It is likely that you have unconsciously misunderstood your role in matters that either do not concern you at all or that you have tried to avoid due to some fear of facing them. Purify your mind through meditation, then deal with putting these matters to rest.

Pisces/Pisces Rising
You are possessed with a rare genius to communicate complex social ideas with a certain intensity, which you can use to win friends and influence many. Keep this in perspective. This is not about advancing your often subdued egotistical means and ends. The universe has appointed you as the messenger of the light of the darkness because it currently entrusts that you will be least likely to abuse the power to transform society’s thinking. Your capacity to comprehend higher, more subtle thought concepts such as compassion or forgiveness, or infinity and eternity is profound and true. Your ability to channel and articulately introduce these concepts into society’s mental mainstream is also profoundly poetic and artistically creative. These are not constructs of mere mathematical sense or scientific fact. Find a way to communicate them so they sound so. "

[onawah]

FULL MOON at 27°59' LEO - Mind/Body/Soul Standoff
2/16/22
https://m.gr-cdn-9.com/getresponse-Ghhv4/photos/bd6e80ac-ab3e-44af-885d-a3c2f81c5442.jpg
https://app.getresponse.com/view.html?x=a62b&m=BBd6yf&mc=Iy&s=s4iNwR&u=Ghhv4&z=EMOPtV1&

"The current lunation, culminating at 27° Leo/Aquarius, intercepts the Moon's Nodal Axis at 27° Taurus/Scorpio, creating a fixed grand cross - perhaps the tensest dynamic in astrology, since all four points are at cross purposes, each trying desperately to nullify each other to survive.

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Those caught up in (or near) the fixed 27° maelstrom of this lunation would feel pulled in all directions, seemingly incapable of reaching any resolution. Since this event involves the Sun, Moon and Nodes, it becomes much more than any mere existential conflict, which would surface as a crisis through our relationships. Indeed, this goes deeper than our usual mind/body dilemma, activating the soul level.

A fixed mind-body-soul standoff puts many of us in a vexing predicament where there is extreme pressure to change. Still, we seem so comfortably entrenched (fixed) into our ways that we refuse to budge, expecting others to yield. Since they seem equally as comfortable with how things are on their end, the standoffs we face ultimately lead to hesitation, uncertainty and a crippling of progress.

Whether on a most intimate level or in the broadest, sociopolitical terms, it would seem that some extraordinary shift - a miracle, as it were - might be required for us to solve the conflicts exemplified by this highly auspicious Grand Cross.

Full Moons have a way of holding uncomfortable matters up to our face, accentuating areas of our lives that require mediation, amendment or termination. These are most commonly evident in our most intimate relationships. It is as if to say, "look at this awkward aspect of your ego... are you aware that you behave in such an unaware manner? It bothers me that you can't see that."

Usually, the luminance of the transiting Sun pours conscious awareness upon the unconscious element, as mirrored by the Moon in its opposite. Yet, under this Nodal axis interception, our soul is faced with a deep inner confusion or inability to sway towards a compromise or a pragmatic solution. It feels that any move, even the slightest to any side, may present a mortal lose-lose outcome, a sort of soul-destructive sell-out in both principle and integrity to who we are and what our whole mission here may be all about.

Where are you feeling it? Is there a solution? And what if you refuse to yield to what your higher mind or instincts are calling you to do? What are the consequences, both now and in the long term? Do you stand to gain, or will you be forever carrying around a lifetime of regrets?

Many Blessings, and may you have an amazing Full Moon xx"

[onawah]

I think Ang has moved permanently from Australia to Peru (and who can blame him).
He just recorded a one hour video while touring the ancient ruins at Saqsaywaman, starting out talking about the Pluto Return for the US.
https://www.facebook.com/ang.stoic
He has a youtube page too here:
https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCys0upR4-_xSpg5zrPLTn7A
...but this latest 1 hour vid from Peru isn't on there, as yet anyway.

[onawah]

“Welcoming the New Feminine” A Prelude to the Pisces New Moon
February 27, 2022
https://angstoic.com/2022/02/welcoming-the-new-feminine-a-prelude-to-the-pisces-new-moon/

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"The feminine ‘planets’ – the MOON (needs), VENUS (desires), NEPTUNE (dreams) form the matrix into which we create our material reality.

All that you experience in the physical world is feminine. It is the feminine energy; the mater that holds you; supports your intentions, allows the non-manifest to manifest. Feminine energy is the emotional mirror that reflects your design.

Even your experience of the most aggressive man is of the feminine energy – your masculine projection ricocheted back at you.

Be mindful. We are in a liminal state.

If we look closely, we can observe something extremely abstruse, yet significantly poignant is occurring to the awakened beings upon this earth at this profound moment. As Venus/Mars prepare to pass through Pluto’s soul-regenerative underworld, we come to renounce our ideas of gender in the conventional sense.

Those who see through the smoky mirror; the divisive construct of ego in the 3D material, can also see that our struggle has nothing to do with gender. It all has to do with energy.

It is the feminine energy that facilitates all creation, allowing the unborn, the obscured, the unimaginable – like an idea, to become engendered into form, into being, to become born, and realised.

Our entire experience in the world around us, absolutely everything we encounter, is held, together, by the great feminine force. Remembering that the only way anything exists in your world is through the feminine force, allows the conscious shapeshifting to commence.

En masse, we are ready to transform. By deliberately breaking socially imposed taboos, relinquishing our attachment to the limitations and restrictions of outworn social norms, transgressing the old fear-ridden paradigms in the feminine field, we are ready to break through the old matrix.

By tantrically aligning our intention for collective unity, harmony and unconditional acceptance into the feminine field, we are ready to dispel a world fraught with malevolence and darkness, obscured by the tyranny of lies and distortions, and begin to create a whole new dream for this planet.

We gotta hold it together now people. This Plutoficaction of Venus and Mars is going to first polarise to the extremes before totally breaking down our emotions toward one another, leading us (for a while) into one of the darkest chasms we can know.

Trying to keep ourselves together will be hard, and possibly cold and lonely unless we break through the veneer of the relentless advertising campaign to keep us ill, scared, broke, spiteful and resentful towards the matrix.

Your emotions fuel this thing, and whether individually or collectively, if you generate negative emotions, you empower the world of tyranny and oppression.

Under Jupiter/Neptune, we gotta shift beyond the religion or perfunctory spirituality that shallowly preaches “think happy thoughts”. We need to stop this and any other escapist bull****. We might actually need to expand science into mysticism, to help us fight the harsh divisiveness within and focus all our feminine energy towards regenerating an emotional field that restores balance to the madness that is unfolding (out there and inside)."

[onawah]

CYCLES OF REFORMATION
February 28, 2022
https://angstoic.com/2022/02/cycles-of-reformation-cosmic-bus-tomorrow/
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"The emotional field is highly charged. The extremely tense atmosphere generated on this planet by the emergence of war is the single most terrifying state that the human psyche can experience.
Our own emotions feed into this field. What we see is a reflection of how we feel, both about ourselves, towards those around us, the greater sum of humanity.
Forces as far down as PLUTO are acting to intensify, heavily polarise and manipulate our emotions.
If we stand in a neutral space, we may see that what is going on is a heavily lopsided matrix, one where fear generates fear, fear of others, fear of oneself. Compassion, healing, universal goodwill, and mutual understanding go out the window, and under this New Moon there is a danger of buying into a deluded morality.
Some critical discernment may help us to see both the forest and the trees, help us regain some sense of accuracy, agency, possibility, and control in the current situation. Yet as we know, when we are overcome by emotions, rational thinking suffers."

"In the meantime, those of you (like me) who rise hours before dawn will observe the darkening Moon move from the tightening VE-MA-PL-VS stellium to the ME-SA conjunction in the eastern skies. It is a spectacular heavenly picture, and the ancients would have been in awe at the omens.
Whilst intellectually cold as ice, emotionally, this can be a horrendously cruel and volatile time and those who can hold themselves together, ie., refrain from unconsciously projecting their tempestuous desires upon the smoky-mirror matrix will make an easier ride of this. Meditation, or mindfulness, is the key to seeing why all the bizarre goings-on in our world are an absolutely necessary part of the many different cycles, now simultaneously coming up for reform, renewal and regeneration. "
https://www.facebook.com/ang.stoic

[onawah]

"A QUANTUM LEAP OF CONSCIOUSNESS" - NEW MOON AT 12°07' PISCES
3/2/22
https://app.getresponse.com/view.html?x=a62b&m=BSCA7e&mc=Iy&s=s4iNwR&u=Ghhv4&z=EB4TCE7&
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"Greetings Fellow Travellers,

It would seem that the world we live in is in a state. We are in a state of chaos and disorder; it would seem. Anyone you ask, every news channel, every expert and man-in-charge is here to tell you that the 'system' is spiraling out of control, that we are drifting aimlessly into the abyss.

The world seems plagued by an unstoppable disease, our future threatened by extreme climate swings; authoritarian demagogues are now pushing the precipice of war and thermonuclear destruction, and meanwhile, famine, hunger, and creeping unemployment seem not too far from our door, thanks to sweeping economic trends in industrial automation, robotics and machine-learning algorithms taking over the urban landscape and replacing our jobs.

Several times daily, we are told that the world is out of control. The warnings are dire and increasingly more desperate that we must snap out of our complacency, our evasive, unresponsive and illogical delusions and step up to do "the right thing", or at least step aside and give it up to someone who can rise up and control this chaos.

But really? Is this 'issue' with chaos new? Has 'man' not struggled with the seemingly cruel and seemingly random ravages of nature - climate, disease, war, feeding the tribe - since the dawn of 'time' (as a linear concept)? Has not, throughout the 'ages', 'man' attempted to find some sense of order, structure and control over this chaos? Do we not say he 'man-ages' things because of his efforts to bring chaotic times under some level of predictability and control?

We observe that the greater, more advanced the man, the greater his need to control the times. Which times? Those would appear to be the past, present, and future in the linear sense. The supreme man cannot have any discrepancies and inconsistencies to his official narrative of orderly structure and tight, trim control.

Today's man is replete with supercomputers and a hive of scientific experts in super-advanced labs that are not only tasked with dispelling yesterday's superstitious errors and discrepancies but with seeking to solve all today's problems whilst making inroads to state-of-the-art solutions in anticipation of tomorrow's possible catastrophes.

And from what we're told, those are huge, and we should worry. We should place all faith in man because only HE (whoever that is) has the power and wisdom to bring all this catastrophic chaos under control.

Have we become completely out of touch with chaos? Have we, in an effort to create a perfectly linear structure, lost touch with the underlying principles of randomness, evident only in studying the cyclical nature of this universe? This is why, as much as we try to interpret history, we miss its recurring lessons. We are not the first generation who has attempted to decipher and control the randomness of nature. This 'Chaos' element is feared by the dominant archetype of our world, which is the masculine Ego. Man's Ego clenches because he defines the mere existence of a chaotic matrix as a lack of control, and that cannot be. Man's plight has always been to understand the matrix, to crack the feminine code and find the 'secret' formula that provides perfect order to the seeming randomness of this universe.

In this, it is highly plausible, given traces of physical evidence here, that higher forms of intelligence have once passed through this plane on their journey to discover this hidden power.

In the age of AI, every aspect of consciousness must be assumed to be trackable, measurable, studied for patterns and hence made predictable. But is this truly possible?

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Those who study astrology know there are only cycles, cycles around cycles, cycles that affect other cycles. Cycles obscured by cycles. Cycles within cycles. If you observe these closely, you will see that history does nothing but repeat itself. What we call 'chaos' is simply cycles we haven't yet recognised: planets or celestial bodies we have not yet discovered, or taken into account. What we call 'random' is just cycles we can't yet decipher. What we don't fully understand we dismiss as nonsense or magic. What we can't factor into our credited theories we ridicule and deride as superstitious mumbo-jumbo and religious double-talk.

If we look at the universe as a finite system, we derive that there is, in fact, no free will...

(or is there?). There are no variables. Everything exists in a set matrix (the feminine), a pattern of interconnecting cycles into which there is always a fixed outcome that man (the masculine) does not yet understand. But he is getting closer.

The bridging of the conscious with the unconscious occurs in the cyclical conjunction of the Sun (masculine) and Moon (feminine) every month. The confluence of energies between these two luminaries provides a beaming glimpse, not just into this primordial cycle of self-awareness, but illuminates where we are in relation to other simultaneous cycles. The current lunation, at 12°07' Pisces, is about to coincide with Jupiter at 14°17' Pisces.

There is something seemingly chaotic, random and mysterious about this mutable/water sign, yet only the Piscean knows that this is all an illusion. The highest form of Pisces knows that there is no such thing as randomness in the sea of seeming infinity. Just the power to tune into the entire matrix, embrace it as a 'whole' of possibilities, but in which there is ultimately only one possible outcome, one truth. This powerful triple conjunction opens new doors for all of us wishing to see through the smoky mirror of distortions, lies and conjecture. And the sextile (60°) phase to the awakener Uranus, produces a sudden euphoric sense of liberation, a quantum leap of consciousness for the spirit of awareness that lurks inside the mind of every observer. Whilst seemingly separated into billions of individuals, Pisces reminds us that we are all witnesses to the one experience, if only we can see beyond the misty veil; the smoky mirror of the Ego.

This 'awakening' is a welcome tool in a Pluto-darkened world, now blindly possessed with a mania to seize complete control and manipulate the interpersonal and material world to its own means, as indicated in the VENUS-MARS-PLUTO triple conjunction now occurring in the patriarchal, hierarchical Capricorn. Concurrently, a MERCURY-SATURN conjunction indicates that we are commencing a new cycle of scientific enquiry, which in Aquarius seeks to get to the cold hard facts without bias or any partial preferences or dependencies.

It is the launch into a new age, a war of ultimate light versus darkness, and we are entreated and implored to take arms and fight for the love of truth, harmony and greater understanding of this magnificently sacred matrix, the divine mother that holds us.

Many Blessings, and may you have an amazing New Moon xx"

[onawah]

FULL MOON at 27°40' VIRGO - Attending to the Cosmic Details
3/18/22
https://app.getresponse.com/view.html?x=a62b&m=BSfOpc&mc=Iy&s=s4iNwR&u=Ghhv4&z=EVzyS5k&
https://m.gr-cdn-9.com/getresponse-Ghhv4/photos/461a161b-d7e4-4d2a-9260-5d332d4acafa.jpg

"The discriminating Virgo Full Moon is our emotional mirror to the idealistic intentions of the Pisces Sun. She provides a hard-nosed, critical reflection to his otherworldly, escapist, impractical, spiritually transcendent shine.

In the prelude to the 2022 ARIES EQUINOX, the Virgo Moon's opposition to the Pisces Sun and string of planets generates high anticipations for a perfect world, enchantment with the immaculate and per­petual dissatisfaction with the realities of life.

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If you're feeling run down, disillusioned, exhausted, wishing to retreat into fantasy, pining for a different time or aimlessly drifting in search of a better place, then this is a time to take stock. If you feel paralysed by the confusion you or others have created in your world, incapable of making any sense of the apparent chaos, then this Full Moon acts as a portent to release old ties, cease to engage in unhealthy habits and come to terms with any delusions or anxieties.

In the Pisces/Virgo melee, you've either become stuck attempting to resolve a particular issue and have lost perspective, or sensing the whole damned crisis as insufferable, but unwisely trust that that the matter will take care of itself, so fail to apply yourself to the tasks required of you.

Yes, the world is in a state of chaotic currents. As the Jupiter/Neptune conjunction approaches, we seek to escape from tedious work or other re­sponsibilities which seem mundane, cruel or unnecessary but slowly become lost in a fog. Our emotional self-indulgence clouds our rational thinking, and we become distracted from one irrelevancy to another.

At this Full Moon, if you're swinging between being overly accepting, evasive and dismissive to be­coming disillusioned, bitter and critical, especially in your relationships, you may need some guidance to view matters more realistically. Of primary concern, you must learn to be more discrimin­ating in your relationships and protect yourself from those who might abuse, harm or exploit you.

Finding the right balance of giving emotionally and serving practical needs to the most deserving people in the most immediate circumstances becomes a primary issue, often overlooked. Most important is the need to set energetic boundaries (emotional and physical) so that our surrounding world does not invade our sense of autonomy or undermine us but instead strengthens and fully opens us to divine energies.

Whilst our structured world appears to be swirling rapidly in a confusing sea of chaos, we are also becoming divinely attuned to cosmic energies, which inspire our minds to see the details of our existence in terms of the whole picture. Therefore, it is incumbent upon each of us to de­vote ourselves to meaningful tasks, let go of distractions and resist intrusions, focus on our work and meditation as a way to serve and intuitively connect to the energies of the universe.

.. Leading into the new astrological year and May's eclipses, our world is punctuated by a series of forcefully transformative lunations. We can no longer afford to hide away, sit on our hands or deny that there is work to be done at the most local, personal level. It's the integrity of our inner intentions, the purity of the light that we project outwards that needs refinement. With effort and kindness, we can care for ourselves, treat ourselves more ten­derly, and look after our emotional and physical well-being.

Many blessings, peace and love to you xx"

[onawah]

"MERCURY's conjunction with NEPTUNE now enables a direct channel between the conscious and unconscious (Jungian) mind. Both the energy and information flowing through this conduit must be carefully integrated if we're going to avoid a variety of cosmic interferences, imbalances and distorted transmissions.
What will you dream, imagine, conceive is possible in the submarine abysses of Neptune's quantum field? What will you misinterpret as being real? Who could possibly deceive or confuse you? What mystical wonders will slip through your mental defences and what imperceptible impurities will you catch?
Literal escape may be one option, romanticising and day-drifting into abstractions as alternatives to this abrasive reality may be another.
In any case, rational discrimination might be difficult, yet essential if you're going to avoid getting lost along life's myriad untraversed inner paths."
From Ang's FB page, 3/23/22

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( I've been having some really wild dreams the past couple of nights, in which there are two conflicting realities...and waking up still feeling very confused.
That certainly seems to correlate with Ang's description.)

[onawah]

NEW MOON WARNING
https://www.facebook.com/ang.stoic
4/1/22

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"The Saturn/Mars/Venus effect from Aquarius galvanises the radicalisation of group mindsets, crystallising intense polarisation among us. Under this New Moon, it isn't possible to find a way to discuss this growing social divergence without participating in the process of polarisation - something we've been trying to figure out for the past 15 months, since Jupiter and Saturn entered Aquarius, at their Grand Conjunction of Dec 2020.
What must be emphasised is the role of personal responsibility rather than ideological identification. Let's get it into our heads that we EACH have the capacity to do great evil, to inflict tremendous harm unto others. Let's stop assuming that evil only manifests itself in the minds of those we disagree with culturally, politically, religiously or ideologically.
This Chirotic/Mercurial lunation bears a critical message to us all: To take responsibility for our potential to inflict grief, rejection, shame, and psychological and emotional harm whilst participating in the war against radicalisation. We must learn from history that when Saturn enters Pisces (March 2023-2025), society will struggle against turning into a throng of mass persecution and victimisation."



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"As the Sun, Moon, Mercury and Chiron form a rare alignment around the 11th degree of Aries, hearts & minds prepare to receive a special message from the divine - that we each have a distinct way to act in the healing of the world.
Many of you feel shattered by the events of the past few years like your heart's been so thoroughly and irreparably broken by false promises and disappointing assurances that it's hard to find real joy again.
Boldness is needed. The road to contentment requires that you take the first step, fearlessly, creating a new way by walking your own path. It is not a way anyone has gone for you before. You will not see any hint of predecessors on your road to happiness. The anger, grief and frustration you feel are a consequence of you not taking your own, but trying to follow the beaten paths of others.
Following others' way to happiness often throws obstacles you can not cross and blockages inside your heart. These can break your spirit. Life cannot work for you if you do not have the courage to go your own way.
Listen. Listen to the healing message. It is profound and screaming loudly, "Go, go your own way. Go boldly where no other has gone before!" "

[onawah]

Mars conjunct Saturn at 22°24′ MARS/SATURN – Boot Camp
April 4, 2022
ASTROLOGY OF NOW
https://angstoic.com/2022/04/mars-saturn-boot-camp/?fbclid=IwAR3pOzQ-spQJPyeq-KqpoiOSYlXHlWD9m-cinJVW3w1D3TZBu782yJYrBMY

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"And so it is – our two traditional ‘malefics’ align, Mars & Saturn, again. It has been two years since their last conjunction at 00°Aq40′, (1 Apr 2020), – the same degree where Jupiter and Saturn would form their Grand Conjunction some 8 months later (20 Dec 2020).

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In Aquarius, the freedom-fighting Mars combines with the harsh disciplinarian force of a socially reformist Saturn, hampering activism and controlling ‘social justice’ waves of anger and frustrations with the distinct effort to instil new control systems. It is an indication that we are entering a whole new 2-year cycle of painstaking work, and since this cycle commences at 22°Aq24′, (5 Apr 2022), this will be the second, more advanced phase of Saturn’s execution of a whole new order.

Mars is a particularly individualised force. Contact with Saturn, who defines reality through a cultural or political consensus, means that our personal drive must align with what is widely expected of us. This forced alignment is rarely easy since pressure seems to be applied upon our personal ‘fight or flight’ agency from the exterior. Though the experience is perhaps not the most desirable, its harsh, often cruel and unfeeling effects are enough to wrangle even the roughest and unruly of masculine energies into shape or a compliant state of submission.

It is a time to be cautious and conservative with our actions. Any primal urges or cravings to be mighty and triumphant could potentially either hamper, frustrate or delay our capacity to act appropriately or be met with disastrous restraints and uncomfortable penalties.

Like driving a car with the brakes on, the blockage of masculine energy generally converts to repressed anger – a pent-up fury and thwarting of one’s lower-ego drives that can become draining, debilitating, and even violently destructive. Saturn brings consequences (karmic justice) by imposing new measures, which Mars experiences as suitably hindered action.

Transits/progressions to either one’s natal Mars/Saturn aspect, or to a natal point during a tense transit could signify danger, violence, a tendency to get hurt or injured, and destructive or pernicious manifestations of energy. In any case, the more disciplined the energy the more difficulties are overcome or vice versa.

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Physical desires seem hard to satisfy, and efforts to pursue a specific course or desired career path are met with exhausting, limiting, or fruitless outcomes.

Sexual advances feel blocked, shamed or mocked with disdain.

Health issues could develop, such as irritations, inflammations, infections, and fevers. Anxieties of being sidelined, bullied or victimised usually relegate one into social submission or force one to become dependent on those who would ensure their survival.

This aspect can be unpleasant for women, who are liable to attract rather brutish, coarse and insensitive types. In relationships with others, they see them acting cynical, opinionated, easily offended and frightful to flee types. Withholding sex becomes a weapon of control by which to assert dominance over their mate. Often, fights, arguments or disagreements are a manifestation of unresolved, deeply psychological blockages or long-standing undetermined contempt for the masculine.

However, it is the male who suffers hardest with this aspect. His sensitivity or vulnerability to issues around his maleness, pride, autonomy, and sexual self-image will drive him to disguise these with overcompensating, disproportionate or violent actions, which often escalate matters to fracture or physical exhaustion. In feeling insufficient about his insurmountable obligations, there is every possibility that he succumbs to daunting outward pressures to perform in ways that are not natural to him.

Saturn’s 3D-world pressures and constraints, hounding expectations to act in a decreed way or produce a specific result, generate a ‘win-at-all-costs’ mentality. This culturally imposed stress negatively affects his spontaneity and ability to respond maturely. At worst, it leaves a debilitating effect on the masculine to perform creatively and his ability to be open to what the universe has to offer. Rather than stepping up to show his competency, he psyches himself into a corner, fearing failure and resignation, effectively waging a bitter war against himself.

Hence, the unconscious masculine becomes effectively corralled into organised anger and war activities. Mobs, gangs, armies, police forces, militia, business executives and their organised workforce – any role in which the individual submits his personal drive to the collective, where Saturn’s fear-based conditions for public safety or security of ‘the state’ is the domain of the Mars-Saturn type. A latent cowardice to stand alone develops; the individual spirit is crushed; forced to fall into line with social expectations; deferring one’s standing alone to succumbing to crowd pressure.

More positively, this fusion of energies summons much scrutiny on raw masculine power to give it a distinct shape and training. Sustained applications of strict, gruelling discipline by our hard-assed supervisor, drill sergeant, athletic coach, disciplinarian teacher, correctional officer/counsellor, or Yoda-like martial arts instructor could prime us with technical skills and unflinching attitudes that could perform high-minded projects; accomplish impossible ventures, driven by careful and well-executed agendas.

This new, 2-year Mars-Saturn cycle in Aquarius encourages us to form new boundaries around our social consciousness and defend them more thoroughly. We need to concentrate and focus our efforts to be fair, just and considerate to others, with more patience and persistence when working through known blockages and difficulties, both personally and for our greater community.

Ultimately, the Mars/Saturn cycle in Aquarius teaches us that every individual and organisation plays a vital role in mobilising skills, talents, and life experiences, helping humanity move towards a more just and equitable world, where we all have what we need to survive and thrive in life."

[onawah]

JUPITER/NEPTUNE – Grandiose Dreams
April 12, 2022
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"On April 12, 2022, Jupiter and Neptune will form their conjunction at 23°58′ Pisces. Such conjunctions occur almost exactly at 13-year intervals and, with the odd exception, fall in a different zodiacal sign each time. Over the course of 166 years, a full cycle of Jupiter/Neptune conjunctions will run an entire course around every consecutive zodiac sign, and it is interesting to observe and note the effects of such cycles upon the human psyche, both on the individual and the collective.

First, let’s have a look at how each planet rules the different realms of human experience, both constructive and destructive:

JUPITER
Faith; belief in a higher power or collective purpose; openness to integrating oneself into the greater system; incorporating as much of the external world as possible into oneself; optimism; openness to self-improvement and personal growth.

Over-confidence; arrogance; dogma (overidentification); laziness; sloppiness; scattering of energies; waste; leaving the detailed work to others; irresponsibility; overextending oneself or promising too much.

NEPTUNE
Attunement with the whole; Nirvana; realisation of a spiritual dimension of experience; the non-dimensioned or infinitely dimensioned realms that exist outside linear time and space; a channel for alternative realities to reach our mind, offering the possibility of truly new creations; all-encompassing compassion; living the dream.

Self-destructive escapism; evasion of responsibilities and one’s deepest needs; covert or dishonest activity; deception or fraudulent representation; refusal to face one’s motives and to commit to anything.

IMPACT ON THE PSYCHE
Jupiter, along with Saturn, is a ‘social planet’, meaning its symbolism describes how one’s subjective mind consciously integrates among the wider intersubjective agreements of the universal mind. How successfully does the individual mingle among the hive? How does his/her mind contribute to fostering the growth of a collective understanding?

Jupiter describes how one’s personal social-cultural-moral inclinations are shaped by others in his/her society, and visa versa, allowing one to cultivate greater emotional well-being (happiness, harmony, balance) or materialistic worth (wealth, physical growth, career opportunities).

In Pisces, Jupiter supports our spiritual growth, helping us see beyond ego desires and to improve ourselves through living up to our dreams, expanding sympathy towards others, and generosity of spirit.

Compassion and sensitivity are necessary in order to cultivate faith in ourselves, although unfocused, noncritical attitudes and escapism can hinder acting on the need for self-improvement. We start to realise that there is indeed a higher power than our higher selves. We relinquish old superstitions and perfunctory beliefs and begin to understand the importance of devoting ourselves to a social ideal that fosters greater openness and transparency. We also learn to appreciate the spiritual dimensions of life. Showing compassion toward all that suffers is a typical tendency when Jupiter transits this sign.

Neptune, together with Uranus and Pluto, is a transpersonal planet, affecting the collective unconscious. These outer planets symbolise an altogether different paradigm of experience, representing a more abstract dimension of development in human consciousness, the schismatic departure between mundane and cosmic affairs; the divide between the tangible and the surreal, the discernible and the unknown, the mortal and the divine. Neptune itself relates to everything that is vast, immeasurable, indefinite, universalistic, but also loose, unfocused, misty, glamorous, unreal, escapist.

Neptune’s governance over the seas – the quantum field of infinite possibilities and parallel universes (5th dimension) – often gives rise to fantastic possibilities that leave us speechless, filled with awe, wonder and confounded delight. Through Neptune’s connection to Jupiter, our social capacity for definitively forward-thinking proclamations and virtuous pontifications about experiencing the cosmic field of universal abundance are conveyed into workable 3rd-dimensional laws. Through Jupiter, Neptune subtly channels “divine formations” into mainstream society’s established narratives, promulgating the ‘shape of things to come’ through those who possess the faculty to dream or imagine another way, especially to benefit the collective plight of humanity, often emerging as blessed visionaries or gurus of a burgeoning “new order”.

It must be said, that both Jupiter and Neptune are attributed as rulers of Pisces, the mutable-water sign.

CYCLES OF SPIRITUAL AND COMMUNITARIAN YEARNING
By studying the 166-year set of Jupiter-Neptune cycles, we are able to examine how, every 13 years, in one zodiacal sign after another, each conjunction uncannily portends something of the distinct quality of the sign being energised.

For instance, the last Jupiter-Neptune cycle, which commenced at 24°17′ Aquarius in Dec 2009, introduced society to the digital social networking services of Twitter, Facebook, etc, as well as giving supreme rise to other infotech companies (Google, Microsoft, Apple) hereby changing the whole pretext of the old ‘public town-square’ way of meeting in groups and exchanging ideas, political rallying and voting and promoting liberal arts, and turning their respective gurus into new messiahs. By the end of the Aquarius Jupiter/Neptune cycle, we see a society depending almost entirely on a ubiquitous online connection for our news and commerce needs.

Neptune changes signs approximately every 14 years. It moved into Pisces back in 2012, where it will stay until 2026. It has not been in Pisces since 1848-1862 due to its 165-year orbit. It was the time of California and Australian Goldrushes, the first transcontinental railways, the opium wars between Britain and China, of slavery abolition debates and finally Abraham Lincoln.

2022 is the first time Neptune will meet Jupiter in Pisces since March 1856. At each conjunction, Neptune subtly introduces a possible ‘better’ future to Jupiter, who then spends approximately a year transiting through each of the 12 zodiac signs, sowing the seeds of dissolution to all the dreams that stood before, washing them away with the promise of a brand new hope, gradually inducting each of them to Neptune’s promise of ego redemption and spiritual refinement. It is a grandiose dream, but over the next 13 years, Jupiter will sell the vision to all 12 signs once (twice in its initial sign) before again meeting Neptune.

As the Moon does for the Sun each month, Jupiter integrates the full Neptunian vision throughout the entire zodiac community in one synodic cycle. And just as the Sun transits all 12 signs in one year, Neptune completes its ‘year’ over 166 Solar years. Cycles within cycles within cycles…

In the many ways in which he depicts society’s established way of seeing things, Jupiter brings his inimitable justice to all that is authentic and true, and triumphs over all that is not. Over their 13-year dance together, Jupiter and Neptune elevate our visions to all that is possible, helping us see how this inspired process influences our intuitive feeling, knowing, and ‘believing’ how things could be easier, more harmonious, more ‘libertarian’ and ‘woke’; and how the sharing of our heightened beliefs with others serves to enhance both socio-economic values and spiritual-ethical narratives in our culture.

Currently at 23°58′ Pisces, Neptune will spend another 3-4 years in Pisces, introducing us to the world of dissolved personal boundaries and thrusting us into a new form of spiritual activism by the time he enters Aries in 2025-26. Meeting Jupiter here will help to pave the way for the new, spiritually evolved human, spreading his grandiose dream for cosmic oneness throughout all society.

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THE JUPITER/NEPTUNE EFFECT ON THE INDIVIDUAL
Although the potency of idealism around this conjunction will be strong enough to affect us all somehow, some individuals will stand to be affected more than others. Those with strong Pisces, Neptune or 12th House placements will resonate quite strongly with the compassionate vibe of this period. Similarly, those with strong Sagittarius, Jupiter and 9th house charts would be inclined to ride their moral high horse.

However, it is the natives with prominent Jupiter/Neptune aspects, Jupiter in the 12th House, Neptune in the 9th House, Jupiter in Pisces or Neptune in Sagittarius, who, if charts are significantly activated, would rise to flavour the occasion during these times. See, for instance, this recent episode of Cosmic Bus, in which I look at the charts of several individuals involved in one typical incident, which received international attention.

There are a few things to consider here. Jupiter brings much optimism and good fortune to those who conform to prevailing trends. Those who heed the popular conventions of the social milieu, who adhere to the mainstream political agenda, observe the sacred rites of traditional religions and attend all ceremonies, follow the way of the “classical” great masters in the arts, etc. stand to do well in their communities.

All is well until Neptune intrudes.

Of course, there is nothing wrong with conforming; and society proves that there are often ample practical benefits when we learn to ‘fall into line’ with the ‘in-crowd’. But conforming is not accepting Neptune’s call for an evolutionary leap into higher spiritual consciousness. This crucial step; this willingness to leap into a unique inner transformation or “random mutation” of spiritual growth, requires taking some degree of risk in our ideology, deviating from prevailing patterns and conformities in what others commonly think.

Observe those who display an extraordinary ‘woke’ sensitivity to the world’s inequities and suffering, espousing themselves to prevalent causes and social movements to ‘save the world’ and being ‘allies’ to victims somehow. Are they becoming personally involved when offering sympathy and support, weighed down by the weight of the world on their shoulders? That type of martyrdom, turning one into a victim, is often an unnecessary sacrifice that can and should be avoided.

The Jupiter/Neptune combination is typical of the ‘high vibing hippie’ type, where archaic idealism, political naivety, and tribal consciousness integrate people into communities by spiritual rather than material ties.

Jupiter/Neptune will undoubtedly rouse tremendous compassion, and humanitarian impulses will be strong in many naturally charitable types. However, it often exposes all those whose outward acts of altruism are rooted in immense spiritual pride, arrogance, and misplaced belief in one’s own piety or sainthood. Observe the rise (and fall) of those who posture themselves on the phoney side of spiritual conformity, if only to earn gratuitous social brownie points or to prop up their political or social profile.

Whilst Jupiter inflates the Neptunian tendency to sense greater sympathy and compassion for others, there is also a risk of becoming a ‘gourmet of consciousness’, snagged into the collective mindstream of popular moral manias and hysterical group delusions. These weak or disingenuous gestures become increasingly transparent to many cynics during this time. Whilst devotion and missionary purpose to ‘heal the world’ are potentially positive qualities to possess, life experience often proves that misplacing our confidence in things that don’t concern us or we do not genuinely understand will unfor­tunately and inevitably lead to disillusionment.

The self-deception factor in Neptune can be particularly spellbinding, especially in an unintegrated personality. A classic example is that of Elizabeth Holmes. Her idealism at 19 years old convinced many to invest in her vision to “heal the world” by supposedly bringing about a revolution in diagnosing disease. Her company, Theranos, at its height, valued at $9bn, fooled many investors and senior public officials into backing her based on the force of her conviction. Ultimately, she left everyone reeling when the company she founded, entirely on a phoney premise, finally collapsed. Her chart conceals a tight Jupiter/Neptune conjunction, squaring her Libran Ascendant and opposing her Cancer Midheaven in the early degrees of Capricorn.

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A more pragmatic appraisal of Holmes’ motivations and true nature would have prevented much abuse of trust and called out her self-centred, scheming and flimsy basis to take advantage of others’ gullibility, blind faith and ignorance, however well-meaning and humanitarian her intent.

Much discrimination is required under Jupiter/Neptune so that we can recognise those in whom such fragile qualities will be rightly respected. Blind faith is a virtue waiting to be shattered, and many will be queuing up to take their shot at those who can not see the folly of their ways.

If one is creating instances where they feign to champion philanthropic causes, publicly denouncing their ego for their spiritual ideals, yet somehow furthering their social position, we best visit them around the back door at an unannounced time. There, we might glimpse the Neptunian tendency to dis­tort one’s potential for genuine self-sacrifice. Jupiter/Neptune folks, especially those with the conjunction or hard aspects, struggle to live up to who they say they are or wish to be. Less scrupulous individuals may take unrestrained advantage of anyone who buys into their fantasy world. Such individuals pray on deluding those whose tendency for charity, sympathy, sacrifice and martyrdom are simply begging to be exploited. This is a typical projection of those with strong Jupiter/Neptune influences in their chart.

In rare extremes, when an individual has become so intoxicated by their own guru power, a fall from grace is always inevitable. Such are the laws of gravity upon the overinflated human ego. Unless one’s spiritual ‘success’ comes from humble service, it can backfire severely and can take extreme perdition and renunciation of one’s egoistic ills to recover, if ever.

Needless to say, this can be a time where our latent mystical bent can lead us towards involvement with trippy drugs, alcohol-fueled bad decisions or some permutation of a spiritual cult. Indeed, we would be wise to avoid any addictive substances, but should we look towards the spiritual scene, this is a time to be careful of illusions related to gurus, messiahs, cults and the like.

Ebertin describes this combination as “visionaries, dreamers, mystics, hypocrites, speculators; scandal which is caused through one’s own instability.”

Generating an image of unqualified spiritual morality, performing pious humanitarian deeds while worrying about how others might regard us can interfere with our search for higher truth. It isn’t unlikely that those who possess this aspect are utterly delusional about their self-image at some point in their lives. Public scandals and humiliation are more often caused by a flagrant disregard for life’s ‘earthy’ consequences than true malice.

Those who become embroiled in interminable debates over inconsequential or phoney concepts; engrossed in worldly concerns they try hard to understand but only leave them feeling gullible; who play into fraud, mischief and deceit best take a little trip, preferably to a foreign land, explore the mysteries that lie across the distant seas, get a bit of worldly perspective. Above all, they should stop lying to themselves.

Those who deceive themselves, who believe their own fairy tales, reach a point where they can no longer distinguish truth from fantasy, either alone or in the company of others.

SPOILER ALERT: Those who continue to live a lie, lost in a dream world, stringing others along, are due for a rude awakening. Those who genuinely have love and compassion in their heart, whose primary purpose in this life is to help others, best stay mindful not to be hurt by them."

[onawah]

"I'll Be Your Mirror" - The FULL MOON at 26°46' LIBRA
Saturday, April 16, 18:56 UTC
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"Greetings Fellow Travellers,

There are some dire warnings to heed in this penultimate lunation before the coming Eclipses (April 30-Solar, May 16-Lunar). Under this glowing Libra Full Moon, we may see our world divided into two parts: One is where we are together with our beloveds, and there is all harmony, hope, and light; the other is where we are not, and there is sadness, anger and darkness. This Moon holds up to our face some crucial questions in the eternal struggle between war and peace...

Is your appetite for action, distraction, excitement and incitement upsetting the equilibrium, composure, balanced lifestyle and harmony in your relationships?

Do your moods fluctuate from high to low, rarely stabilise at the cen­ter?

Are you swinging between leaping impulsive­ly into new and stimulating pursuits and feeling paralysed by too many options, unable to choose or commit to any single course of action?

These are only some of the dilemmas faced under the Libra Full Moon, which, opposite the Aries Sun, polarises our mind and instincts between the action-oriented, impulsive, frank, direct, out­spoken versus the thoughtful, relationship-focused, tactful, flattering, vacillating, evaluating, indecisive, codependent.

Much self-defining is going on, either happening internally or acted out through our affairs and associations with others. We become both protagonist and antagonist of our own story until we can confront the issues that trouble us most.

Insecurities about our own identity can lead us to become overly engaged with those around us, as if seeking their approval and assurance. Unconsciously, we can be exceptionally receptive and possibly oversensitive to their reactions, opinions, and validation, perhaps trying too hard to be liked. We are quick to belligerence and aggressive action if we sense we are not being well-received or accepted.

The cardinal-fire energy of Aries is entirely self-centred, intensely forthright and subjective. What it lacks in perspective and restraint, it makes up for in its raw, honest intent, both in action and thought. At this lunation, our thrust to be our natural, unbridled selves seeks contrast and reference from the world around us, specifically those we stand to affect significantly.

Picture yourself at a talent quest, standing before three judges, ready to perform your act: You enter the room with enthusiasm and ardour, ready to make an impression. You know you have something distinctive in you, seeking to be noticed and appreciated. You boldly project yourself to these unknowns, striving to satisfy both your desire to be liked and selected and to assert your uniqueness.

Such is the scenario when the Aries Sun stands opposite the Libra Moon. The reflection of Libran lunar energy to the Arian excitability is moderating and balancing. The Libran proficiency to carefully per­ceive and evaluate our actions' qualities helps determine which of the many expressions and possibilities is most viable and can select what works and what is merely borne from inexperience, ineptitude and hasty action.

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If we are liked, we will be told in no uncertain terms how and why. If we are not liked, we will generally receive the kind of feedback we need to hear. This does not necessarily mean it will be well-received. Since the Aries Sun is currently in conjunction with Eris, the scornful, troublesome sister of Ares (Mars), and squares the compulsive, manipulative Pluto, it is most likely that we will discover in what sense our raw intensity turns others off, drives others away, or prevents the bonds between us from becoming firm and enduring.

The enduring Eris/Pluto square, this epic 'make or break' evolutionary grind, has been most challenging for all earthlings over these past 2-3 years, causing interminable struggles in our striving for acknowledgement, appreciation, love and acceptance. Ultimately it's about survival - nature's way of telling us that we each need to step up our act if we want to pass the audition.

When the energy we invest into forming or maintaining relationships demands an upgrade, yet we are stuck in regressive, even primitive codes of conduct, the highly intellectualised Libran sense of fairness is quick to judge. The cardinal-air Libra is instantly repulsed by vulgar, distasteful, crude, inappropriate, incorrect, unjust, thoughtless and disproportionate displays. She needs to be assured that what she experiences will be emotionally, intellectually and spiritually compatible. Where others are involved, we need to see every effort that they will demonstrate fair­ness, consideration and a willingness to cooperate.

If we are not aware of just how annoying our actions can sometimes be or are attempting to dominate others, especially our part­ner, then the reaction of anger quickly escalates to rage, scorn and intense strife.

Observe the current state of our planet and the intensity of its currents due to gross imbalances. When we acknowledge that others are being entirely self-centred, hell-bent on fulfilling their individualistic desires, not contributing equally or treating us fairly, we unwittingly provoke the very conflict we are trying to avoid.

Agitation, conflict, and wars directly result from not showing adequate respect, consideration, and cooperation with others. Forcibly imposing our will for personal expression at the expense of the liberties and freedoms of others ultimately has its consequences. Under this lunation, the Libra Moon mirrors a stark awareness of others. We are called to assert our individualistic Arian desires and intentions without distressing others; resolve interpersonal problems by finding mutually restorative solutions.

How are you most likely causing strife and discord in your relationships? Can you see what part of your act needs to change for you to live by higher laws and to form loving, enduring relationships?


Blessings, have an amazing Full Moon xx"

[Bluegreen]

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"I'll Be Your Mirror" - The FULL MOON at 26°46' LIBRA

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[onawah]

MOON now in Scorpio over the SOUTH NODE
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"MOON now in Scorpio over the SOUTH NODE and the exact degree at which it will form a total eclipse (Mag. 1.4141) next month.
Take note of what is not happening for you at the most intimate levels - you are preparing to release particularly stressful and controlling habits, tendencies to behave in extreme ways when your needs are not being met.
Over the next few weeks, observe and even write down in your journal which habits and attachments are weakening, draining, depressive, unfortunate, or unsupportive. Note down where you are losing control and why, where you feel powerless, hopeless, overcome with sorrow, withdrawn, fearful, paranoid, negative or in grief.
Whilst the Solar Eclipse (Apr 30) will bring a tremendous power surge, it may shake things up considerably due to its proximity to URANUS. Use this time to power down, relax, recede into your solitude and spirituality, psychic reconnection, renounce infantile ways, give selflessly, release toxins and toxic connections, cleanse and rest your body.
Give yourself adequate, loving rest. "

[onawah]

'A BUNDLE OF NERVES' - Solar Eclipse at 10°28' Taurus
Saturday, Apr 30, 20:28 UTC
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"Greetings Fellow Travellers,

Eclipse time, and one can sense that our lives are all on the precipice of an emerging new world order. Or is it disorder? Anyway, however uncertain things may seem about which way things will go for many of us, we remain defiantly ignorant of the fact that our world's wealth and power is concentrated in the hands of a select few who get to make all the decisions for the rest of us. Time is running out, and the Aquarian dream of equilateral communitarianism seems vaguely beyond manifestation, even though our hearts know what it might look like.

The democratic world seems hijacked, now commandeered by a few armies of accountants, lawyers, oligarchs and kleptocrats. Sadly, those few 'centrists' who remain in power are aware of the extremism rising all around them, sensing their inability to restore any balance to existing systems. The rest of us remain optimistic that some new politician will seize the day and emerge as a new unifying leader for democracy and the planet, but really?

And we, us cosmic travellers, look to the skies for a portent, some ray of light that gives us insight into what is to come of us, both individually and as a species on this fair earth.

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So much is happening in our skies, yet it all looks like it's neatly all contained within a space of 120°, or the equivalent of a trine aspect between the last degree of Capricorn and the first of Gemini.

This intense concentration of transiting planets produces an equally intense and unrelenting set of circumstances concerning how we go about serving our individual and collective interests. The scope of our capacity to put ourselves in another person's shoes becomes truly limited when everything gets bundled up at one end. Perspective is diminished, which indicates that we are all being called into ventures and enterprises that require deep concentration and intense creative utilisation of only certain potentials for a common cause. Under such a tight planetary bundle, it is difficult for any individual to share life with anyone, whether their own planets are part of the bundle or not.

These two next eclipses only aggravate this cosmic distrust and antipathy further, which, under Taurus and Scorpio, are all about wealth and power. Eclipses hurl curveballs into our lives which have the potential to upset even the grandest plans and intentions of humans - more than any other celestial phenomenon. They are particularly disruptive when they concur with other major transits, but when aligned with major transits (like the 2021-2022 Saturn-Uranus squares), such as these, then best look for a complete inversion of reality. If, after the pandemic, the road back to 'normalcy' seemed like a fast-fading fallacy, we simply have no idea what a game-changer the immediate road ahead is going to be. Full analysis on these eclipses here, on our last episode of cosmic bus.

Close conjunction to URANUS, and tight semisquare to NEPTUNE suggests that this next Solar eclipse will shake, rattle and roll our consciousness into another dimension.

Just to put this into perspective... a man who totally loves and thoroughly understands the dark anime TV series Neon Genesis Evangelion now owns Twitter. Meanwhile, another slick billionaire gameshow ex-president of Mar-a-Lago, Florida is ready to slouch towards Washington yet again launching his own media platform.

As many of you know, I'm currently missing in pre-revolution America, where the social divide and extremism gets loonier by the day, and the feeble Joe Biden is incapable of showing up as a strong world leader, even to call for aggressive diplomacy to end the bloodbath in Ukraine. Europe, too is preparing for even more wicked extremes. As we think of the planetary bundle, now concentrated between Aquarius and Taurus, we also understand that compromise isn't going to be easy when one party has all the toys and you are left with zero to bargain with (or for).

Perhaps it's time for the rest of us to bundle up together, to unite, like your local heroes at Amazon, Starbucks and Apple stores where they're also starting to unionise. In any sense, we can see that these crazy times are leading us to massive global reforms, and just like when all your clothes get bundled into one end of the washing machine - the whole house begins to tremor as we enter the spin-cycle.

My advice for now is to work on things people can't take away from you, like your mindset, character, personality, and well-being. And read your special Eclipse horoscopes, I wrote them with the intent to put you into the cosmic picture, whichever end of the cosmic bundle you're looking at things from.

Many blessings xx "

[onawah]

“Like Walking on Eggshells” – First-Quarter Moon at 18°23′ Leo
Monday, May 09
https://angstoic.com/2022/05/like-walking-on-eggshells-first-quarter-moon-at-1823-leo-monday-may-09/

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"On this first-quarter moon phase, we are squarely in the energetic slump between these two eclipses and while thoughts may stray to those less fortunate, runaway egos and enlivened spirits can make even the most depressed people come alive.

With both CHIRON and URANUS forming a midpoint to stationary PLUTO you may feel an intense internal pressure to be free and open. Observe the compulsion to overcome cultural expectations, limiting beliefs and agendas so that you may experience the uniqueness of each moment.

JUPITER will exit Pisces on Tuesday. What did he teach us?

1. Never give up on your dreams
2. Don’t be a victim of your past
3. Pay heed to those light-bulb moments

If you missed it, don’t worry: JUPITER will be back in Pisces on October 28; he’s just stepping briefly into Aries for a right little tear-up.

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The Leo Moon’s half-reflection of the Taurus Sun reminds us that self-respect translates into respect coming from others and believing in your own self-worth and having confidence shows others how valuing themselves can help them.

While the SATURN/URANUS frustration in coping with fixed ideas from others which run counter to our own fixed ideas continues; crippling friendships whose political views and alliances clash with our own; observe your own indifference or odd reactions from otherwise reliable friends. The height of this moon phase brings tempers to a boil when we do not get what we want. Remember to allow others to express who they are or what they believe in, even though their ideas are different from yours.

Any effort to keep an open mind is needed. Your judgment and actions must not be impaired by prejudices. Open your ears enough to listen to others with your heart. In the next week, attempt to be a little more humble and restrain your pride.

Most importantly, remember to be tender with the young, kind with the aged, encouraging with the strugglers, and tolerant of the vulnerable, the weak, the ill and the wrong. Stay mindful that sometime in your life, you would have been all of these.

The proud Leo Moon’s quincunxes to MARS/NEPTUNE/JUPITER means people are easily hurt and offended, often without knowing why. Understand that leading into this total lunar eclipse, people are very touchy and need little provocation before they go into full-blown meltdown. Anyway, whatever the reason, folks are certainly suffering from tension charged with aggression and it’s super wise to handle every situation with care (egotists beware!).


“What the Hell Possessed You?”- A Prelude to the Total Lunar Eclipse in Scorpio
May 6, 2022 ASTROLOGY OF NOW

"JUPITER, at the critical degree of Pisces, shows us that without belief in a supremely unifying cosmic force there is only chaos, meaninglessness and confusion.

While SATURN and PLUTO, now stationing, are looking into sorting that out for you, MERCURY too is about to turn retrograde, and though you may have other ideas, you might want to think twice about how to express them. Judgement and intense scrutiny threaten to tighten immensely.

Lessons on keeping your cool (or not fully blowing your lid) abound leading into this next eclipse, and, in a random fit of rage, you may lose much more than you bargained for.

Lucky that JUPITER is about to enter Aries... pulling out the big guns."

[onawah]

JUPITER in ARIES (phase 1) (May 10- Oct 27)
https://angstoic.com/2022/05/jupiter-in-aries-phase-1-may-10-oct-27/

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"JUPITER storms into Aries where, fanned by double fire through this constellation, he will wreak his self-styled quest for law and justice, sparing little or no mercy about what he feels is morally right. Regardless of where you stand, prepare to get into new territory, be it physically or intellectually or both.

In one sense, this energy epitomises a mighty struggle for the individual as a cosmic child of the divine, defending personal sovereignty and setting healthy boundaries for oneself.

In another, it could mean the escalation of reckless or utterly irresponsible behaviour aimed solely at boastful self-aggrandisement and personal glory.

The next few months could be brutal, as fiery ruler MARS also joins the fray from May 24…
Jupiter here promises to sort out the tense ongoing issues between conservative and radical sides of any argument, skating over the troublesome midpoint of the SATURN/URANUS square several times (RED HOT WARNING FOR SEPTEMBER EQUINOX)

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But first, in his initiation, JUPITER immediately semisquares URANUS (~May 15): Those who argue at the drop of a hat are prone to launch into fierce disputes over whatever “means a lot to them”. This fighting spirit may be excellent for prized lawyers, fearsome warriors, advocates in Congress and leading sports figures but a little hard to take from your garden-variety street-fighting heroes and keyboard vigilantes, whom we encounter daily.

Heretics and rebels can expect massive job layoffs, cancellations, continual troubles and suspensions due to quick temper, while opportunities abound for those who can learn to control their angry mouth and assert themselves where necessary.

Ok, have fun with that…"

[onawah]

Mercury has been retrograde since the 10th and wil be until 6/2.
Good forecast (though long, and not from Ang Stoic-- from Molly McCord) here :
fip0ONiz_eQ

[onawah]

'Breaking The Cycle of Toxicity' - The Blood Moon Eclipse at 25°18' Scorpio
Monday, May 16, 04:16 UTC
https://app.getresponse.com/view.html?x=a62b&m=Bh1nVN&mc=It&s=s4iNwR&u=Ghhv4&z=EFFnuj&

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"Greetings Fellow Travellers,

The first of two total lunar eclipses of 2022 will stain the Moon with a blood-red hue on Sunday night. Weather permitting, those in North and South America will witness the Full Moon, precise at 25°18' Scorpio, turn a burgundy colour. It is the first Scorpio eclipse since October 2014.

At a magnitude of 1.4141 and lasting about 1 hour and 25 minutes, this will be the most extended prime-time cosmic spectacle of the 21st century. At around the eclipse's peak (12:11 am EST), the Full Moon's usual glow becomes completely obscured, firmly burrowed within the earth's shadow as it sweeps across it. Because the Moon emits a rusty bronze light, the ominously eerie red lunation is referred to as a "Blood Moon".

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Any Lunar eclipse in Scorpio serves as an extremely powerful omen. Of all the signs, the impact of a Scorpio lunation coincides with our most intensely personal, longest enduring emotional transitions in our lives, for it is in this fixed-watery sign that the Moon is at its utmost detriment (fall), where emotional experiences are concentrated, condensed and intensified.

Boundaries dissolve between the abodes of the living and the dead. Dark emotional energy from the past seems to rise, permeating the entire planet. This 'witchy' Scorpionic energy is accessible to most humans to work with, both constructively and destructively. Like a dormant volcano, latent chthonic forces buried deep beneath centuries of transgenerational secrets become unleashed, erupting to the surface to be healed. Unless consciously controlled and transmuted to generate positive changes, its effect could be dreadful and unpleasant.

Astrologically, eclipse influences creep slowly into our awareness, permeating the areas of life affected in one's chart. The greater the magnitude, the longer the lead time and aftermath of their symbolic impact. Arguably, dominant themes in our lives have been building for many months and are now pressing to be dealt with.

Scorpio is the great transformer of the zodiac, so inherent at this time is the potential for positive changes in the fields of death-preventing medical procedures, research dealing with personality disorders, diseases, toxins and epidemics, finance and commerce, issues with sexuality and gender, crime and genocide, the restoration of the environment and recycling industry, fossil-fuel consumption, espionage and war, and transhumanism.

Scorpio, ruled by Mars and Pluto, has to do with power and the slow machinations of evolution. We see power as endemic in dominating sociopolitical regimes and corporate takeovers, liquidations and mergers, oligarchy, dictatorships, and the agendas of massive wealth transfers. The lunar eclipse, where the Scorpio Moon's reflective light energy from the Taurus Sun becomes blocked when the earth intercedes, always climaxes these matters by causing a massive energetic blackout.

Coupled with the Taurus eclipses, this pair of lunations along the Moon's Nodal axis shifts all humanity into an evolved version of psychoemotional, material and economic consciousness. Seismic world events, landslides, fires and floods, financial and economic catastrophes, and their enduring effects upon society produce an irrevocably tumultuous transformation upon any area of our lives impacted by the Scorpio/Taurus dichotomy, either directly or subliminally.

Now is a perfect time for psychic clear­ing work. Active at the Scorpio South Node, earthbound spirits and pernicious entities still possessing humanity from past incarnations are ready to leave this earth. Since both Scorpio and Taurus have to do with attachment and desire for sex, money, and power, confrontations and possessive feelings of rage, jealousy, and envy about these things become prevalent in our lives.

Unfavourable self-talk and demeaning self-stories, adverse energy that comes from cultural programming, ancestral programming that stems from a traumatised family lineage, and unaddressed, bottled-up emotions build up to a climax around this eclipse. With a stationing Saturn forming a T-square to this eclipse, the frustration felt by anyone holding on to past baggage, particularly those with planets in fixed signs (Taurus, Leo, Scorpio & Aquarius) can be most intense."

Many blessings xx "

[onawah]

A longer version from Ang on:
Breaking The Cycle of Toxicity
The BLOOD MOON ECLIPSE
25°18′ SCORPIO Monday, May 16, 04:16 UTC
May 14, 2022
https://angstoic.com/2022/05/breaking-the-cycle-of-toxicity-the-blood-moon-eclipse-at-2518-scorpio-monday-may-16-0416-utc/

(I've PMed Ang to tell him that the whole climate warming due to carbon emissions story is BS and a distraction from the real reason the elite are building DUMBS, and recommended Suspicious Observers youtube channel at https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCTiL1q9YbrVam5nP2xzFTWQ Hopefully he will check it out. )


"Our world is in danger of melting down due to toxicity. We all know that, right? Toxic pollutants in our environment threaten our ecosystems by warming the entire planet and causing significant instability to our climate. While the proliferation of toxic industrial substances has had drastic environmental and bodily effects over the past century, conventional measuring and mitigating methods continue to produce uncertainty and denial.

Even though we are aware of the many dangers posed to our survival by the imbalances of humanity’s rampant consumerism, the argument made by those “in control” is that we cannot afford to cut back our pollution levels too drastically for fear that it might affect our economies. So we continue to put out the toxicity for monetary security alone.

Meanwhile, humanity suffers many health and mental well-being reversals from severe depression, suicidal episodes, and chronic fatigue; all brought on by toxic exposure and an unhappy childhood. For all our awareness, we continue to live in a toxic world: toxic political environments, toxic news cycles, toxic workplaces, toxic relationships, and toxic personal habits continue to corrupt the individual and his/her society. Whether we know it or not, we may not be too far from a catastrophic meltdown, and the astrology of today reflects this.

A series of eclipses between Nov 2021 and Oct 2023, falling along the Taurus/Scorpio Nodal axis, serve as a dire omen that we need to restore the balance between the earth and how we manage its sustainability. During this period, humanity will witness a drastic transition into the Fourth Industrial Revolution, which commenced in the late 1990s with the birth of the internet, recycling and renewable energy.

By now, we are aware of the many difficulties faced in implementing this transition, and there are wars fought on many levels between our stalwart denials and ignorances and the need to let go of our toxic old ways and move forward, whatever the cost. The recent NN Solar eclipse in Taurus, conjunct Uranus, introduced disruptive but revolutionary insight and technologies that, in time, will prove to be a game-changer. Sunday’s SN Lunar eclipse will highlight, in red, what we need to urgently relinquish in order to evolve:

The first of two total lunar eclipses of 2022 will stain the Moon with a blood-red hue on Sunday night. Weather permitting, those in North and South America will witness the Full Moon, precise at 25°18′ Scorpio, turn a burgundy colour. It is the first Scorpio eclipse since October 2014.

At a magnitude of 1.4141 and lasting about 1 hour and 25 minutes, this will be the most extended prime-time cosmic spectacle of the 21st century. At around the eclipse’s peak (12:11 am EST), the Full Moon’s usual glow becomes completely obscured, firmly burrowed within the earth’s shadow as it sweeps across it. Because the Moon emits a rusty bronze light, the ominously eerie red lunation is referred to as a “Blood Moon”.

Any Lunar eclipse in Scorpio serves as an extremely powerful omen that something has to end. A South Node eclipse indicates that this will be a power outage at the Scorpio end. Of all the signs, the impact of a Scorpio lunation coincides with the most intensely personal, emotionally longest-lasting endings, deaths and transitions in our lives, for it is in this fixed-watery sign that the Moon is at its utmost detriment (fall), where emotional experiences are concentrated, condensed and intensified. It is here where we are most tightly -bonded with something or someone and it is here where we find it hardest to let go, even if it threatens to kill us.

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Yet it is time. At this time, the boundaries between the abodes of the living and the dead dissolve. Dark emotional energy from our Scorpionic past seems to rise, permeating the entire planet, literally putting us all through the fires of hell to burn away our false values, and through the Taurus North Node, establish a whole new set of values by which to move forward. This ‘witchy’ Scorpionic energy is accessible to most humans to work with, both constructively and destructively. Like a dormant volcano, latent chthonic forces buried deep beneath centuries of transgenerational toxicity become unleashed, erupting to the surface to be healed and transformed into something more wholesome and substantial. And of course, there is the warning, that unless consciously controlled and transmuted to generate positive changes, its effect could be dreadful and unpleasant.

Astrologically, eclipse influences creep slowly into our awareness, permeating the areas of life affected in one’s chart. The greater the magnitude, the longer the lead time and aftermath of their symbolic impact. Arguably, dominant themes in our lives have been building for many months and are now pressing to be dealt with.

Scorpio is the great transformer of the zodiac, so inherent at this time is the potential for positive changes in the fields of death-preventing medical procedures, research dealing with personality disorders, diseases, toxins and epidemics, finance and commerce, power dynamics around sexuality and gender, crime and genocide, the restoration of the environment and recycling industry, fossil-fuel consumption, espionage and war, and transhumanism.

Scorpio, ruled by Mars and Pluto, has to do with power and the slow machinations of evolution. We see power as endemic in dominating sociopolitical regimes and corporate takeovers, liquidations and mergers, oligarchy, dictatorships, and the agendas of massive wealth transfers. The lunar eclipse, where the Scorpio Moon’s reflective light energy from the Taurus Sun becomes blocked when the earth intercedes, always climaxes these matters by causing a massive energetic blackout.

Coupled with the Taurus eclipses, this pair of lunations along the Moon’s Nodal axis shifts all humanity into an evolved version of psychoemotional, material and economic consciousness. Seismic world events, landslides, fires and floods, financial and economic catastrophes, and their enduring effects upon society have an uncanny way of forcing an irrevocably tumultuous shift upon those areas of your life impacted by the Scorpio/Taurus dichotomy, either directly or subliminally.

Now is a perfect time for psychic clear­ing work. Active at the Scorpio South Node, earthbound spirits and pernicious entities still possessing humanity from past incarnations are ready to leave this earth. Since both Scorpio and Taurus have to do with attachment and desire for sex, money, and power, confrontations and possessive feelings of rage, jealousy, and envy about these things become prevalent in our lives.

Unfavourable self-talk and demeaning self-stories, adverse energy that comes from cultural programming, ancestral programming that stems from a traumatised family lineage, and unaddressed, bottled-up emotions build up to a climax around this eclipse. With a stationing Saturn forming a T-square to this eclipse, the frustration felt by anyone holding on to past baggage, particularly those with planets in fixed signs (Taurus, Leo, Scorpio & Aquarius) can be most intense."

[onawah]

“MAKING ENDS MEET” Mercury’s Retrograde, May/June 2022
May 18, 2022
https://angstoic.com/2022/05/making-ends-meet-mercurys-retrograde-may-june-2022/

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"Mercury turns retrograde in an air sign in all three instances this year, indicating that the dissemination of many ideas currently circulating requires critical rethinking and review.

On each occasion, in January, May and October, our ‘messenger god’ dips back into an earth sign before turning direct into air again.

Is Mercury trying to ground an idea before going ahead with it, or is he trying to bury it?

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There’s been much discussion of ideas and some degree of mental anxiety this year; circumstances have been racing along faster than our logical minds can process them; bring them down to earth.

Great ideas must be seeded in substance; they must be made practical, regulated (Capricorn), monetised (Taurus), and made functional (Virgo) before we can effectively include them in our business. This is the Mercurial process of 2022.

With Saturn also in airy Aquarius, many social reforms and humanitarian directives are currently being pressed upon us via mainstream social narratives.

Saturn is now stationing, about to retrograde on June 4 at 25°♒15. He will critically scrutinise, re-examining that all that he has been laying down since February, however progressive, is taking hold in the mindset of conventional society. This is a heavy, triple-check process that will take the rest of the year.

Massive disruptions to this process continue into and beyond September, due to revolutionary pushbacks on liberties and freedoms from Jupiter and Uranus.

On May 10 Mercury turned retrograde in the first few degrees of Gemini. After 25 days in the most fluent of air signs Mercury will dip back into Taurus on May 24. As we sit, waiting for Elon to clinch the deal with Twitter; the jury to deliberate on Johnny’s case; the supreme court to rule on Roe v. Wade; decisions on whether to keep funding unwinnable wars, etc., there are some serious decisions that you need to make for yourself.

Grounding our thoughts basically means to summon our focus on what is happening for us physically, either in our body, our physical world (material things, finances etc) or in our surroundings, instead of being trapped by the thoughts in our mind that may be causing us to feel anxious.

By the end of this month and into June, Mercury will station at 26°♉05′ (Jun 3), forming a tight square to Saturn, giving a fairly gloomy cast to the mind. Thoughts on how to afford and pay for things (Mercury in Taurus) clash with society’s pressure to qualify, verify and define everything according to whether it is for the progressive good of all.

The status quo tries to rule over this, and we can trust Saturn to get it right, but will he? In the worst case, this can drive stubborn, self-willed narrow-mindedness, and mistrust of everything we meet. Anxiety, caution, prudent verification and even timidity are almost bound to play a part in ordinary contacts and also in our thinking.

One thing is important, we mustn’t rush things.

Grounding our thoughts is a practice that can help pull us away from flashbacks, unwanted memories, and negative or challenging concerns."

[onawah]

ARIES STELLIUM
May 26, 2022
https://angstoic.com/2022/05/aries-stellium/

"As MARS leaves Pisces (phew!), he makes a conjunction to JUPITER at the ARIES POINT. It’s time to stop squandering energy and answer the highest call of duty…

The ARIES POINT (0º Aries) is where the SUN marks the vernal equinox (March), and is used as a reference point in celestial coordinate systems, especially the “World Axis” (0º Cardinals). Astrologers acknowledge this point as a significant indicator of how an individual can impact (or become known in) the larger world, studying any planetary aspects and midpoints a client’s chart makes to this point.

In transits, it coincides with times when influential personages rise to prominence, creating decisive moments and shifting public sway.

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If you look up at the night skies lately, you will notice all the planets bunched up in one sector of the sky, mostly around Aries. Even those planets not visible to the naked eye are there, between late Capricorn and mid-Taurus. The Gemini Sun rises at last, shortly after an Rx Mercury, now slipped back into Taurus and the message is clear… things are all a bit one-sided these days, there is no balance.

It’s like seeing through only one eye – it makes you look at the world in the most unusual ways…Any association, relationship, friendship, romance or business arrangement, any government that’s too one-sided isn’t much of an alliance; it’s a dictatorship, a one-way street, headed in one direction only… nowhere."

[onawah]

'Mind Over Matter': The NEW MOON at 09°03' GEMINI
Monday, May 30, 11:31 UTC
https://app.getresponse.com/view.html?x=a62b&m=BzQ3ey&mc=It&s=s4iNwR&u=Ghhv4&z=EGpMSlh&

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"Greetings Fellow Travellers,

It is New Moon time, when our luminaries, Sun and Moon, align to form their synodic recommencement. Occurring at 09°03' Gemini, it is a time when our most instinctive, habitual nature receives conscious information from the cosmos that becomes unified with our intention to focus on a new start in a specific area in our lives.

If you take a quiet moment to tune into yourself, observe where your mind is taking you. What are the matters pouring into your conscious awareness for you right now, and how are your emotional body, heart, and soul reacting to these? Gemini is mutable air, ruled by Mercury, the closest planet to the Sun. Mercury acts as the most direct, unfiltered messenger to the most potent source of creative energy in our universe.

Through Gemini, planets take on Mercury's logical, democratic facet that looks at everything through a microscopic lens focused on scientific observation, objective discernment, and the comparison of equalities.

The Gemini lunation is hence about helping us focus on the information available to us. It is a golden opportunity to clear our heads to receive important messages and clues about ourselves and our world. We set up pathways of transmission, agencies and mechanisms that will help us carry out the particulars of larger projects, performing tasks within the projects themselves, including planning and problem solving, all functions that will become tested over the next 12 months.

The next few weeks and coming months draw us further into unsettling yet exciting new frontiers. The lives of all humans on this planet, regardless of where they live and the culture/state to which they conform, are subject to remarkable recalibration, both internally and externally.

You will observe an unsentimental detachment to the physical, material world as Uranus approaches his conjunction to the Taurus North Node. Unprecedented new insights and innovative technologies permeate every aspect of our material and financial world throughout June and July, disrupting our old connections and shaking our stability. Many existing systems will break up, and old supply chains will be severed as we transition into a new economic model.

Nobody knows how this will affect, but outer planets like Uranus care little about the comfort and spoils of the individual ego as they administer their dosage of (r)evolutionary changes throughout the entire world. We know that things are not working. There is much instability and disagreement. We know that many things must change, and we are nervously anticipating what those could be, forming strong personal opinions and starting to voice those, regardless of how they may bring upsets. We also gather stockpiles of hope.

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Lunation ruler Mercury is slow, retrograde and stationing to a fixed square with Saturn. This very tense aspect between these two planets puts a somewhat gloomy cast to mind. Our thoughts about the past come into conflict with the pressing need to qualify, limit and define how they tie into the responsibilities we face in the present. Those most stuck will notice intense narrow-mindedness and mistrust of everything and everyone they meet.

With Mars conjunct Jupiter in the early degrees of Aries, there is a considerable need for independence and freedom of action; both Mars and Jupiter encourage us to go our own way and do our own thing.

On Monday, May 30, the Gemini lunation comes to us like a post in the mail, not unlike this message. It informs us that we must gather only those things that are vital and be ready, mentally, emotionally and spiritually for what is coming.

Your intention for this New Moon must prepare you for what is to come. Knowing who to contact, where to go, how to get there and what you will need to carry and be informed about is an integral part of this moment. You will notice that certain instances and incidents will remind you that you must plan your route for the way ahead, both instinctively and in the world around you.

Many blessings, and have an amazing New Moon xx"

[onawah]

Mercury Goes Direct
6/2/22
https://angstoic.com/2022/06/thinking-outside-your-boxed-in-reality-cosmic-bus-2222/

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"Over the next 24 hours, retrograding MERCURY will appear to linger at 26°♉05', having entered its Rx shadow at that degree on April 26. We have heard and seen much over the past five weeks, our minds having gone over it twice.
The same ominous messages will relent for a third time as MERCURY turns direct tomorrow, giving us a chance to make our minds up.

A square to stationing SATURN, about to turn retrograde himself, casts a stern, gloomy cast on things as we start to come to terms with the divisive conclusions of popular opinion.
Let those sink in, seriously.
This is neither time for BS or conjecture, and everyone has had quite enough as Rx PLUTO now finalises his grand agenda up at the summit of those Capricorn Alps (28°♑20').
SATURN also stations precisely 30º from NEPTUNE, an approaching semi-sextile, as seen in 1914 and 1950, and most recently in 1985-86, when conflicts in the Eastern Hemisphere also severely impacted the Western world.
Many outworn social codes had become totally eroded due to global conditions.
There was an upsurge of perfunctory spiritual revivals and ecumenical movements in each case, which exacerbated the slide.
There is hope that prevailing faiths and social ideologies can find their common roots rather than their ritualistic and doctrinal differences, which, in the past, led to a complete deterioration of confidence in defunct systems altogether.

The URANUS/NORTH NODE conjunction most concerns us now, and by the time MARS passes through Aries and forms a rare triple-tie at 18°♉42' on August 1, we see our world struggle with rising living costs and supply shortages.

A sudden force is now building frantic momentum to push ahead with much-needed socio-economic changes.
Similarly, a resilience to push back against any opposition to revolutionary ideas or insights.
Disruptive events begin to define 2022 as the year the world broke, and when 'fixing it' took us all to an entirely new dimension of experience.
This is, of course, not a time for the faint-hearted, the stubborn, lazy and irresponsible.
The archaic 'linear-time' conception (past = future) is collapsing, making way for the precipice of a whole new earth.
Even from the rafters, it is apparent there's literally NO TIME LEFT to step into the PRESENT, where I trust you are all following this remarkable shift in consciousness.
... Examine the dire energetic transmissions shuttling in from the cosmos in our inimitable, long-form discussion.
Let us take an objective look at current events, how they affect us, and how we deal with the most extraordinary global upheaval humanity has yet to face, at least in our living memory..."

[onawah]

'The Emperor's New Throes'-SUPERMOON at 23°25' Sagittarius
June 14, 11:52 UTC
https://app.getresponse.com/view.html?x=a62b&m=BzZfQM&mc=It&s=s4iNwR&u=Ghhv4&z=EBWzIor&

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"Greetings Fellow Travellers,

On Tuesday, June 14, at precisely 11:52 UTC, the world will experience a Full Moon at 23°25' Sagittarius, the second of four consecutive supermoons in 2022. Full Moons are the culminating phase of the lunation cycle that begins two weeks earlier with the New Moon.

While the New Moon marks the beginning or seeding stage of the most significant celestial cycle, the Full Moon indicates its highest point of maturation and fulfilment. At Full Moon, the primal luminary energies of the Sun and Moon are farthest apart, providing us with an opportunity to see in contrast the climax of matters brought to inception by the New Moon.

On May 30, the New Moon in Gemini foreshadowed a lunar cycle whose primary intent was to raise conscious awareness of new ideas and information currently being seeded and circulated through mundane channels of communication, media and trade.

After two weeks, the Moon's transit through the zodiac into Sagittarius produces a full reflective glow to the Gemini Sun, allowing us to examine how well those ideas are integrated into the bigger picture. This will be a Supermoon, appearing about 30% brighter and 17% larger than usual.

An almost exact T-square (A1º58') is formed by Neptune in Pisces, creating mutable stress upon the effects of this Sun/Moon opposition, while Saturn in Aquarius includes softer aspects to both Sun (trine) and Moon (sextile).

Saturn is currently stationary retrograde, forming a precise semisextile (0ºS12') to Neptune, who is also stationing to retrograde later this month. Other significant aspects include Mercury's sustained trine to Pluto, its semisquare to the Mars/Chiron conjunction while Venus directly sits upon the Uranus/Node midpoint.

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So let's have a look at what is being presented here and try to delineate these cosmic symbols into some cohesive synthesis:

The mutable-air Gemini Sun's primary force is to illuminate the logical, rational reasoning processes in our lives, enlightening us to use our senses to become more observant, respond to stimuli, make cogent connec­tions, collect information, data, facts and figures, think in scientific, em­pirical, induc­tive terms. Whilst this is essentially a random, amoral, superficial procedure that occurs in the mind of each individual, it can produce a scatterfield of data, mental restlessness and a preoccupation with trivia, facts and statistics that may be interesting to know and exchange but suggest very little without context.

Enter the Sagittarian Moon, whose polar opposition aims to reflect all of Gemini's random perceptions by assimilating, processing and conceptualising them into a coherent narrative. Sagittarius seeks to find meaning in the logic, to provide purpose and direction to Gemini's mental pursuits and evident real­ities. The mutable-fire Full Moon hence generates inspiration and instinctively serves to accommodate insights that will add context and enrich our daily lives.

Random facts are useless to Virgo too, unless she can apply them to some practical function; while superfluous to Pisces unless they assist in articulating the wealth of emotions and psychic experiences into fantastic tales. But it is Sagittarius who most directs the Geminian mental processes into mean­ingful knowledge, advancing our moral and spiritual development, ex­pands our consciousness, and enables us to perceive the minutia of life through the perspex of a higher understanding. Words and ideas help form our philosophies, religions, ethics and laws, providing some unity of purpose that helps transcend the diversity of our ex­periences into the realms of the divine.

We can see why Sagittarius makes the perfect partner for Gemini by trying to marry facts to meanings. As many of us might be experiencing under this Full Moon, disagreements and dissent are often caused when the 'data' either doesn't add up or, in this instance, we are dealing with questionable or dirty data. The challenging T-square from Neptune - an outer planet whose fundamental nature eludes definition because it signifies all that is vague, imaginary, fallacious, ill-defined, and fantastical - creates pure mental chaos.

Neptune's muddying impact upon this purpose-building, meaning-making lunation produces a wave of delusions and fallacies, where both information and meaning become diffracted and distorted beyond any sensical proportion. We are unsure what to make of anything or what to believe or dismiss when discrimination between fact and fantasy is not correctly perceived and metabolised.

Both our mental consciousness (Gem Sun) and intuitive hunches (Sadge Moon) are forced to view reality through Neptune's warped filters, so everything we hear seems tinged with imagination and conjecture. When our perceptions become clouded by personal bias and fantasies, we get the sense that someone is twisting experiences in their mind so that they fit into more acceptable narratives.

Despite the more harmonious aspects to the Sun/Moon by the scientific-minded Saturn in Aquarius, who attempts to install some formal regulatory structure, the distrust and disillusion spread rampantly. This is because Neptune's semisextile effect on Saturn effectively undermines any old, or existing social networks to the point where they become virtually redundant. We are still years away from instituting a whole new order, one that everyone can accept and enjoy.

In the meantime, all prevailing accounts of the past and current reality remain discredited, mainly because everything we see seems at odds with what others tell us, and we don't quite know what to believe. We seem mired in a sea of fallacies and pluralistic ignorance - where unsubstantiated assertions are often delivered with such conviction that they sound as though they are proven facts. Also, our situation seems such that any minority position on a given topic is wrongly perceived as the majority position, or conversely, the majority position is wrongly perceived as the minority position.

This combination produces an "Emperor's New Clothes" scenario, where individual observers believe others are considering taking action, so they refrain from acting, waiting for others to act when in reality, nobody takes any action at all (see, climate change, rampant government corruption, corporate crime and oligarchy, data mining, economic tampering by the elites, wars, etc)

While it is indisputable that we are living in the Age of Information, computer algorithms and Artificial Intelligence, we are still arguably in the infancy of this age - the "wild, wild west", as it were. Structured institutional fallacies are employed in place of valid reasoning to communicate a point by trying to persuade and manipulate facts, such as in the mass media in the form of propaganda, advertisements, political spin, op-editorials and opinion-based "news" shows. The internet is having a field day in distorting data to suit minority agendas, pitched to us like it is the opinion of the majority, and everyone feels disempowered or reluctant to take a stand because we are confused about what is the truth, especially when it comes out of our own mouths.

Of course, the message under this lunation may be to switch off the mind, unplug from the interwebs and seek some grounding in nature, but no. It seems that we each have our own, individual motives for staying connected and engaged because the less anything out there makes any sense, the more we search it to find some meaning and purpose in our lives.

Add to this the obligatory Neptunian filters (psychoactives like booze, caffeine, nicotine, weed and certain pain medicines, conspiracy theories, versions of fairies, unicorns and ufo's, mental illness and trauma projections, victim/martyr complexes, woke sensibilities, etc), and we are stuck in the middle, entrenched in the quagmire of rhetorical arguments that only obscure and obfuscate any logical connection between facts and hearsay.

Sending many blessings, and may you have an amazing Full Moon xx "

[onawah]

‘Tender Moments’: The NEW MOON at 07°23′ CANCER
Wednesday, Jun 29, 02:54 UTC
https://angstoic.com/2022/06/tender-moments-the-new-moon-at-0723-cancer-wednesday-jun-29-0254-utc/

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"Greetings Fellow Travellers,

As you may have noticed from the dark of recent nights, a New Moon is forming, just seven days after the Cancer Solstice. Cancer generates a wealth of intimate feelings, distinctly private sentiments in each and every heart and mind, a call to each of us to connect to our home, family, and ancestral roots as the Sun and Moon now align to set us off on a homecoming journey.

You may sense an abundance of emotions, both internally and in the world around you, calling you to establish a heartfelt connection to people, places and issues that feel special and distinctly personal for you. Yet, Cancer's raw, unrestrained moods and highly subjective sensitivities can tend to generate great inner turmoil because the volatility of this Moon-ruled water sign is perhaps most difficult to handle in situations that require some degree of objectivity and impartiality.

Cancer's emotional volatility is due to the Moon's supreme governance over our reactions to the environment. Of all celestial objects, the Moon, closest to Earth, feels most familiar; her oscillations and phases affect the ebb and flow of our tides, whimsical moods and pulses. Under her cardinal domicile, this New Moon bursts forth a surge of initiating energy, blessing us with an urge and ambition to express something genuinely personal into the world. Yet, this driving ambition is challenging to manage due to the internal tensions brought about by changeable moods, intensely biased projections, and fluctuating emotions, creating situations where we feel easily hurt by others - intentionally or not - becoming especially vulnerable and defensive.

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The New Moon's occurrence precisely at the point in her orbit when she's farthest from Earth (apogee/Lilith) activates the most notably dark aspects of the Cancerian nature. We may feel exceptionally touchy and needy, likely to sulk, brood and worry about everything if we don't feel held, understood or supported, often without much provocation.

Here, an exact square from an assertively judicious Jupiter in Aries delivers any excuse to shriek over any perceived moral insult, particularly if it offends the mortal core of everything by which we stand. We may recoil or withdraw, defying any attempt to be drawn into reason and logical argument. We may instead tend towards satisfying immediate desires for personal safety, i.e., banding with our clan or withdrawing into our private crabhole. This measure could have the regretful effect of diminishing purpose and the motivation to partake in broader discussions towards peaceful, harmonious resolutions, especially among family and respective communities.

This Black Moon/Jupiter square is also intersected by the Moon's Nodal Axis, whose evolutionary North end now gradually aligns with Uranus in Taurus. Issues of discomfort now clearly foreshadow many of the socio-economic disruptions we apparently need to have.

In one sense, our entire value system has become stretched by the hype and overinflation of concepts, ideologies and speculative ventures. In another, we are overly sensitive, even defensive, about the rising consequences of this to others. Under Taurus, these ultimately affect our inflated sense of personal worth and the increasing living costs. A semisextile from Venus in Gemini points to overindulgences in spending, and we may need to withdraw further into a space where we can evaluate what it's all worth.

More realistic attitudes, both with those closest to us and in dealing with the world in general, are necessary, for where we tend to project overly optimistic emotions into our affairs, our genuine over-speculation, excessively liberal assertions, over-generosity and rhetorical philosophies could leave us financially bankrupt, perhaps through extravagance, lending to the wrong people, or just a lack of financial acumen.

This lunation also cautions not to overestimate business prospects. Although we may stand to benefit from receiving expert financial advice, we must exercise critical discrimination to avoid choosing the wrong type of adviser. Trust your instincts, but get a second, even third opinion on important matters. Observe how quickly you can swing from complete enthusiasm and temporary commitment to slipping into apathetic disinterest in others. Your bank balance could quickly reflect this phenomenon. These rapid swings and flying roundabouts are the Cancerian lunar effect against the impulsive wisdoms and dimestore sophistries of Jupiter in Aries.

Deciding on a suitable direction that offers potential for greater meaning and purpose under such whimsically fluctuating times demands enormous self-determination and concentrated application. A sesquisquare from Saturn may lend a little healthy scepticism, which is constructive, especially when dealing with experimental situations. However, these are highly temperamental times, and any tendency to abandon tasks after a superficial stab at completing them will require those deficiencies to be subsidised later.

Perhaps the greatest danger here comes from an inset square between Mars and Pluto, applying to partile on Saturday (Jul 2). This perilous aspect follows the recent Mars/Eris alignment, triggering the recessive and largely unconscious part of our psyche that prompts envy, spite and the fear of missing out (FOMO). Against Pluto, we see a dreadful Mars' frantic uptake of impulse, desire and spirit of recklessness, producing instances where we may blindly charge without limits, especially under the threat of loss or the 'promise' of an undeserved reward. We spoke extensively about Pluto, Eris and Mars and their ramifications in our last episode of 'cosmic bus'.

Yes, we are extremely touchy, tetchy and ready to reel. This is where we are after many moons eroding our tough, crusted outer layers, excoriating centuries of conditioned insensitivity like the stripping of barnacles off an old fishing boat. The more sensitive we become, the more likely we are going to react.

Ignoring any adverse consequences of our actions - however justified or unhinged our cause - believing that emotionally fuelled rage and fury will champion our desires is a recipe for seeding significant ongoing trauma and pain. Fortunately, Saturn is there, in sextile, to pull Mars into line from efforts to dominate and control, but we shall see how effectively this plays out in the coming days.

Yes, we can be highly emotional and crabby with others under this Cancer lunation; the reasons for this can be broad and varied and are worthy of some tender care. Still, we are prone to react in extremely infantile ways when we get our proverbial "knickers in a knot", often over little things (or nothing at all), which can become all too inflated, out of proportion and beyond control.

This advice may be a stretch during times when we are likely to take things so personally, but let us focus on the bigger issues whilst respectfully holding the little, individual ones sacred and close to our heart.

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We can try to be kinder, more supportive, patient, and compassionate, but under this New Moon, we must intend to create more tenderness - be tender-hearted and connect with those willing to show tenderness.

For what it's worth, it may be wise to "play it cool" out there, but then, events around this time seem so perversely complex and contrived. It is as if they're conspiring to set the stage for some pretty gnarly developments in the coming weeks, months and even years, and they will try anything to push us to the brink of losing our cool and doing something regretful. As the Capricorn Full Moon will show us in a couple of weeks, the cold, harsh realities of life care little about our feelings, so be prepped and ready to work with others around you, even if it hurts a little..."

[onawah]

‘Never Enough’ The JUPITER/SATURN SEMISQUARE, Jul-Sep 2022, Mar 2023
July 10, 2022
https://angstoic.com/2022/07/never-enough-the-jupiter-saturn-semisquare-jul-sep-2022-mar-2023/

"Let us revisit the Jupiter/Saturn cycle a little because each year’s changing relationship between these two significant planets describes the incremental process of an emerging new reality. As humans, the kind of mutual endeavours we project into our respective societies are represented perfectly by the ebb and flow of Jupiter and Saturn’s periods of growth and recession.

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At their peril, many astrologers who observe only the major aspects would miss this transit and its effects because they generally regard octiles (or semisquares) – divisions of the planetary cycle by 45º – as minor and therefore insignificant aspects. Like squares (90º) and oppositions (180º), which highlight significant disparities between the fundamental function of two planets, octiles indicate times of agitation, disharmony and friction, akin to two armies manoeuvring into battle. Things are uncomfortable and disharmonious as they size each other up, yet this tension is critical for their developmental process, highlighting weaknesses in how the two planets can work together and how to strengthen these.

With Jupiter (expansion, optimism) and Saturn (contraction, limitation), the mutual relationship is about building strength, patience and achieving accomplishments through hard work and perseverance. Naturally, it applies most purposely in business, politics and law, but also in our intersubjective relationships – our agreements about what is true and real. This is a 20yr cycle of development which commenced in December 2020 with The GREAT CONJUNCTION of Jupiter/Saturn at 00°29′ Aquarius.

The JUPITER/SATURN semisquare, which tightens after June 2022, is the first real tension in this dance between our two most giant planets. We shall see the effects upon our lives as the octile becomes partile on July 21, Sep 21, 2022, and Mar 21, 2023, instituting a slowing down of growth or relative recession.

If we look at the graphic below, we can see the first two instances of this octile. In the period between these, our two gas giants remain tightly interlocked (≤ 1º25′), and throughout July, August and September, we sense that our attitudes about our world start to crystallise. Any stresses felt are merely mirroring the sociopolitical and financial twists and turns that lay ahead for us all, as the sobriety of Saturn seeks to restrain the runaway inflationary effects caused by Jupiter in Aries since their conjunction 18 months earlier.

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Since the effects of Jupiter and Saturn aspects are primarily intersubjective, they play a significant role in the collective mindset of the socio-economic system affecting consumer confidence, market growth and spending.

Psychologically they surface as emotional stresses and inhibitions, uneasiness, lack of self-confidence, apprehension and even pessimism about the state of the society we belong to and our respective place in it. Isolation and distancing can be stressful but necessary to fortify our patience, perseverance, enterprise and ambition.

If this sounds like a bummer, then you probably resonate more with Saturn’s element of hesitation and fear rather than Jupiter’s promise that every frustration and delay is for a reason.

Pressures, frustrations and delays we meet through this period push us to define our objectives and galvanise our determination to carry through our plans. Only through embracing dutiful, upstanding behaviour and being direct and honest in how we conduct ourselves and our business with others can we begin to feel confident that we have a place in tomorrow’s society.

Hard work is necessary, and throughout July, August and September, it might seem for many of us that no matter how much we earn, there is never enough money to acquire the things we desire. Some may become despondent, resorting to desperate measures, hacking into the resources of others or exhausting their life-savings just to get by. Others will restrain themselves by tightening their purse strings and applying immense discipline to conserve the few things they have.

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Externally, all of this results in a substantial slow-down of business and trade. Whilst we may experience a change of fortunes during this period, it is advised to guard against pessimism and self-destructive thoughts, anger and upset with others, or annoyance with society as a whole.

As individuals, we can accomplish much by keeping our butt down, our chin up, and remembering the following quote:

“You may encounter many defeats, but you must not be defeated. In fact, it may be necessary to encounter the defeats, so you can know who you are, what you can rise from, how you can still come out of it.”
― Maya Angelou

As Uranus in Taurus enters the fray, wild and unpredictable disruptions begin to tear the socio-economic fabric to shreds. Many humans today aren’t equipped to handle the kind of upheavals that lay ahead to uphold their basic standards of living, food supply, cash flow and devaluation of their properties. What comes next is phenomenal.

In the past, wars and invasions, shocking societal upsets, stock-market crashes, and other significant crises became hinges on which our history has swung into dramatically new directions. Today, events on the same scale, or nearly so, may no longer hold that kind of power; financial interests may have become too entrenched, elites too self-seeking, institutions too feeble, and the public too ideologically polarised and passive for the world to be shocked into fundamental change.

By the September Equinox, Jupiter intersects the last instance of the Saturn/Uranus square, a significantly tense dynamic and, against the Libra New Moon, things can become exorbitantly out of balance.

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Here, Jupiter in Aries overwhelms us with heady opinions, on-the-run policies and hasty legalities on how to effect changes to nearly everything we know. We will see many suggestions hurriedly rolled out into laws, imposing progressive modifications to the old norms. Traditional political structures are shattered by new and unexpected practices, and the war between conservatives vs. radicals escalates to outlandish levels.

Jupiter forms one final octile to Saturn, partile on the Aries Equinox, March 21, 2023.

Yes, the forecast is unnerving as the physical, 3D world plunges into utter chaos and disarray. Society is being disrupted, and massive shifts alter our entire value system. What follows requires tremendous strength, wisdom and perseverance, as many individuals are about to discover an aspect or dimension of themselves that they were formerly not aware of.

Jupiter’s potential to transform existing behavioural limitations through radical experiences becomes a crucial step in this, the first real crisis in the current Jupiter/Saturn 20-year cycle."

[onawah]

SUPERMOON #3 - FULL MOON at 21°21' CAPRICORN
7/13/22
https://app.getresponse.com/view.html?x=a62b&m=BGGB4N&mc=It&s=s4iNwR&u=Ghhv4&z=E9K1S7C&

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"Greetings Fellow Travellers,

As you can see, it's all happening out there!

From now until the September Equinox, our 3D-structured world seems set to undergo a series of biblical-scale disturbances and systemic shake-ups which alarmingly jolt us out of our comfort zone on every level of existence.

Are you feeling a bit tense, easily irritated and unusually prone to react?

These disturbances - political unrest, economic instability, pandemic, famine, floods, earthquakes, wildfires, random acts of terrorism, war, and mass migration - do not seem so hard to fathom since we have already been in the throes of many of these disruptive events for at least the past couple of years. As predicted, the turbulence will get much worse before they begin to get better. Millions will be affected, their lives displaced.

At the 4D level of conscious observation, we see how all this upheaval seems cosmically devised to strip down the old illusory veneer of 'normality' that many of us have relied upon to keep life in order. It is also evident that our leaders are not listening to the people, and scenes of public insurgency, as seen in Sri Lanka, could become more commonplace as Mars approaches the Uranus/Node conjunction (Aug 1)

Tomorrow's Capricorn Full Moon - the third and closest SuperMoon of 2022 (18:38 UTC), aligns to the Pluto/Eris square (transform or perish) less than 10 hours later. Indications are that things could get intensely dark, with widespread scenes of mass psychosis running amok.Then next month, insufferable pressures build into uncontrolled release from tensions around the Aquarian Full Moon (Aug 15), activating the Mars/Uranus square Saturn.

Following this, the Libra New Moon (Sep 26) forms a perfect opposition to Jupiter's interception of Saturn/Uranus (sudden movements and revolutions).

This foreboding series of unsettling cosmic waves, is testing how mindfully we choose to engage with others, given the propensity for any situation to swing very violently out of control. As Saturn retrogrades into a square with Uranus we must anticipate that humanity is rapidly progressing into stranger and stranger territory. Every day provides further testament that human consciousness is passing through some weirdly uncomfortable metaphysical wormhole, a most disturbing phenomenon not many of us alive today might have seen.

History is full of such violent periods and global catastrophes whose purpose is to disrupt the normal flow. While these spells may have impacted secular affairs, physical structures and even human mortality in the past, none seemed as capable of dissembling the delicate human psyche as we are currently experiencing.

Today's humans are arguably more sensitive than their predecessors; intuitive faculties are far more delicate and can easily see through the illusion. The disruptions we are presently experiencing in the physical realm are playing havoc with how we think, feel and interact with one another.

As the Nodal axis intercepts Saturn/Uranus, we see humanity divided, unable to integrate into a harmonious community. Our interaction with one another is becoming tetchy and provocative. We see through each other's designs, and are fed up with manipulations and lack of empathy and understanding. Intense pushback against those who deprive us of our freedoms and rights leads to agitation and unrest everywhere.

With such tension, a massive square wave of divergence precipitates into separations and eventually joint resistance by identity groups to a perceived common opponent. Placed alongside the Pluto/Eris squares, now activated by this Supermoon, we reach an incredible crisis point. "

[onawah]

“Who Actually Even Cares?” – SUPERMOON #3 – FULL MOON at 21°21′ CAPRICORN
Wednesday 13 July, 18:38 UTC
July 14, 2022
https://angstoic.com/2022/07/who-actually-even-cares-supermoon-3-full-moon-at-2121-capricorn-wednesday-13-july-1838-utc/

"As you can see, it’s all happening out there! But does anyone care enough to make any sense of it, let alone step up to do something about it?

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The Capricorn Full Moon is the third and closest SuperMoon of 2022, which means its emotional effects are stronger, and more personally impactful. Also, a near conjunction with Pluto places extreme psychoactive pressure on our emotions, pushing us beyond breaking point, and reacting in ways that can be out of control and regretful.

The Capricorn Moon wrenches out all the issues where we place inordin­ate pressure upon ourselves to pander to other people’s needs, denying our own to the point where we wonder whether anyone cares for us at all. Against the needy Cancer Sun, emotional conflicts can occur when others do not give us the space to fulfil our most essential personal requirements. When our basic needs aren’t met, we can go a little mad.

If you feel like you’re being imposed upon, that you must defer your own interests to carry the weight for someone else, then this may be the time to try to restore balance. As is often the case under Supermoons, issues become magnified to the point where they are glaringly in your face, and something must be done. When we cannot reconcile our situation, the alternative is to tear ourselves apart from it.

Hours after this event, the Moon aligns to the Pluto/Eris square (transform or perish), and in the coming week, the Sun will also activate this very tense square. Indications are that things could get intensely dark, with widespread hysterics and scenes of mass psychosis running amok.

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From now until the September Equinox, our 3D-structured world seems set to undergo a series of biblical-scale disturbances and systemic shake-ups which alarmingly jolt us out of our comfort zone on every level of existence.

Are you feeling a bit tense, easily irritated and unusually prone to react? Do you feel a little used and abused, marginalised and left out?

In many cases, the drama has run its course, people can see right through the outright manipulation, exploitation and maltreatment and are at the end of their rope. It’s no wonder so many are ready to blow, and whilst they may not have a solution or even be able to put into words how they are struggling, the next provocation could easily be the push that release a floodgate of hard feelings and disturbances.

These disturbances range beyond domestic or professional tensions. Their energy extends more broadly into the collective field as political unrest, economic instability, pandemic, famine, floods, earthquakes, wildfires, random acts of terrorism, war, and mass migration – do not seem so hard to fathom since we have already been in the throes of many of these disruptive events for at least the past couple of years. As predicted, the turbulence will get much worse before they begin to get better. Millions will be affected, their lives displaced.

At the 4D level of conscious observation, we see how all these torrential upheavals seem cosmically devised to strip down the old illusory veneer of ‘normality’ that many of us have relied upon to keep life in order.

It is also evident that our leaders are not listening to the people, simply taking advantage of their power to the point where scenes of wild public uprisings and insurrections, as seen in Sri Lanka, could become more commonplace, especially as Mars approaches the Uranus/Node conjunction this month (exact on Aug 1).

Sadly, this tension carries into next month, when around the Aquarian Full Moon (Aug 15), Mars/Uranus squaring Saturn, indicates just how much the wild and uncontrolled behaviour seems to be the standard recourse for dealing with any impositions and restrictions about fundamental autonomies and freedoms.

Following this, at the Libra New Moon (Sep 26) a perfect opposition to Jupiter’s interception of Saturn/Uranus implores us to look beyond the epic narratives of civilizational collapse and work towards developing new visions of wellbeing.

This foreboding series of unsettling cosmic waves is testing how mindfully we choose to engage with others, given the propensity for any situation to swing very violently out of control. As Saturn retrogrades into a square with Uranus, we must anticipate that humanity is rapidly progressing into stranger and stranger territory. Every day provides further testament that human consciousness is passing through some weirdly uncomfortable metaphysical wormhole, a most disturbing phenomenon not many of us alive today might have seen.

Rather than condemn or dismiss dramatic indicators of impending disaster, it’s perhaps more helpful to understand what they’re trying to tell us, why they reverberate so strongly, what their effects will be, and what alternatives are available.

Have an amazing Full Moon. Be mindful to stay safe and not react. "

[onawah]

‘Insurrection’ – The Mars/Uranus Conjunction, August 1, 2022
July 25, 2022
https://angstoic.com/2022/07/insurrection-the-mars-uranus-conjunction-august-1-2022/

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"In a weird kinda way, this insensitive or senseless phenomenon is a ‘liberating’ force.

This combination packs a dynamic, powerfully volatile energy, usually applied as a radical interruption in flow, kinda like an on-off switch, activated by an unidentified troublemaker.

The unpredictable electrical instability of Uranian oscillations messes with the direct drive of Mars.

Highly charged, impulsive action, seemingly without due cause, thought, or consideration, renders all plans useless, leaving widespread future upsets and disruptions.

Look for ways to release any sudden pressure, which can rapidly build up internally, exploding into a bullish temper and anger at the slightest provocation, even to physical violence, possibly towards a partner or random strangers. Fated ‘accidents’ out of left-field are likely.

Maintain as much space and independence as possible; the anti-authoritarian, anti-establishment, naturally rebellious, anarchistic, uncooperative and insurgent nature of this transit will reverberate throughout a large portion of the population. You may be either for or against this inimitable, subversive force."

[onawah]

'The Quest to Outshine the Sun' -The NEW MOON at 05°39' LEO, Thu Jul 28, 17:56 UTC
7/28/22
Ang Stoic
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"Greetings Fellow Travellers,

The New Moon in Leo signifies a time for new beginnings and opportunities to embark on new ventures of creative and bold endeavour. The Sun is dignified in Leo, illuminating where we want to shine and be the centre of attention in our world. Even shy types or those lacking in confidence have special interests in which they want to be recognised, admired and revered.

To feel happy and appreciated, we need to respect ourselves before we can garner admiration and respect from others. Leo planets awaken us to the wonders of love and being loved, and it is the first sign in the zodiac which seeks to impress others with the uniqueness of its being. Each of us discovers throughout life what it is about ourselves that shines enough to generate warmth and brightness in context with others, what lifts the spirit. This iridescent glow is often noticeable and, by reflection, excites an audience, which is a 'turn-on'.

What turns you on in others? How do you light up the situation? Is it your striking good looks, your exquisite taste in clothes, your brilliant banter, your esteemed place in the community or family, your superlative skills at the guitar or advanced computing, your biting sense of humour, your infectious laugh, or the way you can penetrate through the veneer of life and amaze others with your encyclopedic knowledge of the human psyche?

With the Sun and Moon aligning in Sun-ruled Leo, current circumstances conspire so that our conscious attention and instincts focus on re-membering what it is about us that is exceptionally special and how, when we express this, it attracts an admiring audience. We also discover where, like the gaudy, braggadocious Sun-King, too much of ourselves can be boorish, overbearing, and blinding, not allowing our audience the space and freedom to marvel and enjoy life's wonders. Too much can often be a 'turn-off'.

Where Leo can bring self-consciousness, nobility and grace, it can also be pretentious, self-righteous, pompous and vain. Leo can be demanding rather than commanding of others' attention, time, resources, labour, tributes and affections and any prestige and importance not earned can become tyranny and distaste. As a result of expecting too much, Leo shows us where we could suffer the loss of dignity, respect and favour and, like the unruly king or evil queen, become crestfallen.

Some things about this particular lunation must be considered when perusing the skies for other planetary aspects: In this event, a blazing fire-trine from Jupiter in Aries only fans the blazing confidence and glowing optimism of Leo to the point where it must not go unnoticed, to the point where it gets scorchingly overblown.

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This period promotes a tremendous boost for the Leo energy of atomic genuineness and creative integrity. However, as we'll see in the next 2-3 weeks, those gleaming in a deceitful light, exhuming false pride from stolen places, sucking the life-force out of their 'royal subjects' to feed their narcissistic means could stand to suffer humiliating defeats, usually by similarly domineering types. We live in times when audacious self-importance and insistence on demonstrating one's agency and sovereignty are at an all-time high.

As we stand, a formidably tense Grand Cross forms along the Moon's Nodal axis, with Mars and Uranus applying conjunction at the North Node. Crossed by Saturn in Aquarius and Mercury in Leo, this creates a highly explosive and utterly dangerous impact upon the fixed-minded, stubborn aspects of our egos. At the ensuing Aquarius Full Moon (Aug 12) the Leo bombast comes a cropper as it brings unyielding matters to a frightful end. The crisis intensifies throughout August and September, bringing vastly unpredictable consequences.

And so it is; what was once 'the future' is fast becoming 'our present'. I guess we're ready for whatever must go down for the sake of humility. I don't want to put this grimly, but historically, worldwide cultural shifts have never come peacefully. There's always been significant turbulence and upset in transitioning from one level of awareness to the next.

Individuals today possess enormous pride in who they are, what they belong to and how they want those things to shine in the world. They seek huge attention, even if the resources to fuel the ego, a largely 3D construct, are dwindling. In sheer defiance of this, some individuals seem hellbent on outshining the rest, even at the cost of incinerating the entire ego-based paradigm that supports this. What's worse, like the Emperor's new clothes, many are willing to let this happen.

The tragic reality is that despite the lessons we've been through in the past and are still going through during the current global crisis, it seems we haven't learned a thing. Such a drain on limited physical resources produces a massive humanitarian crisis, deconstructing defunct cultural institutions and outworn moral values. ​​

This multitude of concurring crises should raise questions about how we can build a better society and not treat this merely as an emergency of economic interests and an infringement on our personal liberties.

Historically, the basis of all amicable foreign relations and peaceful coexistence among different socioeconomic, ethnic, and cultural tribes in the western world solely rests on the prosperity of mutual material interests. The whole 'peace' illusion collapses dramatically when the feeble state can no longer guarantee these mutual interests due to sudden uncontrollable economic calamities or cultural injustices.

We are about to enter an unknown passage, although this is not the first time our earth-bound species has traversed this level of insecurity and chaos. We have lost our way because we have focused our sights on the shortsighted materialistic fixtures and forgotten or rather neglected the stars, the heavens, the magic and the ethos of the divine.

In the dark of this Leo New Moon, I call on all those who follow me on this grand cosmic journey to remember that our destination is higher than all this. For us, this is undoubtedly a spiritual crisis, and the war of egos is a semi-step towards a total ascent.

This is a splendid time to relinquish boastful and excessive ego baggage. Letting go of the vanities nonsense, we step into the pure source of our intelligence - our inimitable, bona fide Self, and like the Sun and Moon, align our senses with the stars to guide us through this epic voyage."

[onawah]

LEAD-UP TO THE SATURN ∠ JUPITER ∠ URANUS (LIBRA NEW MOON) SEPTEMBER 26
August 7, 2022
https://angstoic.com/2022/08/lead-up-to-the-saturn-%e2%88%a0-jupiter-%e2%88%a0-uranus-libra-new-moon-september-26/

"SATURN’s transit through AQUARIUS casts a pall of widespread social isolation and a lack of social cohesiveness over the general population.

SATURN’s sustained semisquare to JUPITER (Jul-Sep) spreads further gloom and austerity by inflicting a lack of sense-making and meaningfulness about anything that’s going on in the world.

Then there’s SATURN’s looming square to URANUS (2021-22), producing irritability, tension and free-floating anxiety about speaking out or standing away from the pack.

As JUPITER, SATURN and URANUS tighten in the coming weeks, the world experiences an upsurge in free-floating psychological uneasiness – a mind dis-ease – anxiety and discontentment which cannot be linked to any apparent cause, though many symptoms will appear. This strange tension transpires in the nervous system, with few, if anyone being able to detect its cause or connect it to anything.

A lack of social cohesiveness and any sense-making, free-floating anxiety and widespread psychological uneasiness are the necessary ingredients in the formation of a totalitarian state.

Watch, too, how the rise in radical intolerance of dissonant voices and nonconformists spreads like wildfire. Anyone who goes against the grain or claims the official narrative is wrong is effectively witch-hunted, scapegoated and weeded out by the hypnotised masses, who blindly direct any anger and frustration over the state of their discontent at anyone who voices dissent.

Meanwhile, those same masses will display an unusual tolerance of their leaders – those who dictate the mainstream narrative. It will seem that those in command can cheat, lie, steal, manipulate, even murder – in short, do anything they want – and still be forgiven by the crowd because the crowd appears convinced that all measures, however grim, nonsensical or severe, are for their own good.

That, my friends, is the standard recipe for the totalitarian state, where boundaries between fact and fiction, conviction and compulsion, passion and hyperbole become so blurred that arbitrary ‘trial & retribution packages’, predicated on utter nonsense, fear and superstition, can usher in the new era of the technocratic state.

All this comes to a head on September 26, launching a war between darkness and light…"


“Holy Cow! This Can’t be Happening…” Astromusings on the Uranus Node and Next Week’s Aquarian Full Moon-[Cosmic Bus #2231]
August 3, 2022
ASTROLOGY OF NOW

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"There is no way that 15 years ago one might have predicted the future of society as being dominated by smartphones and social media apps. Our smartphones have become an extension of ourselves, and social media has allowed us to connect with and build alternative communities. We spend several hours each day using these devices, they are practically attached to our bodies, an extension of our minds.

From an evolutionary perspective, let's take a moment to appreciate just how rare is the celestial phenomenon of the URANUS/NORTH NODE conjunction. Occurring once every 15 years, it generally indicates a collective shift in evolutionary consciousness via introducing exciting new concepts, ideologies, insights and technologies which, whilst revolutionising our lives, also bring great upset."

[onawah]

"The End of Kings & Queens" - SUPERMOON AT 19°22' AQUARIUS
Friday August 12, 01:37 UTC
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"Greetings Fellow Travellers,

The last Supermoon of 2022 will be visible soon, alongside Saturn, with the Perseid meteor shower peaking in the early hours of Saturday.

At Full Moon, it is the time of the month when the primal energies of the Sun and Moon are at their most disparate and least inclined to agree. There is a disparity between the conscious and the unconscious, generating moments of illumination into our habitual, instinctive behaviour and how well this complements who we seek to become.

As energies pull apart, the tension generated often indicates that effort is required to reconcile them or allow them to separate. This polarised strain, experienced in our relationships, points to areas where our individualised will (or ego) is at odds with the collective needs of humanity.

The fixed-fire of the Leo Sun highlights where we are self-expressive, creative, playful, possess a firm sense of identity and can tend towards self-centeredness. Leo represents where we remain proudly true to our narrative, bravely pursue our individualistic desires, command attention or personal agency, demand to have things our way, become bossy, autocratic, or overbearing and want to rise above the group.

The fixed-air of the Aquarian Moon reflects an intellectual, abstractly impersonal, emotionally detached, disaffected reaction. Her rebellious, nonconformist, freedom-seeking nature is neither impressed nor humoured by the growling individualist demands of the Leo Sun to control the narrative. She is more inclined toward a group-oriented, cooperative, liberal and humanitarian set of ideals and politics, attuned to universal truths and identifying more with social causes, democratic rights and humanity's collective plight.

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Saturn's transit through Aquarius only galvanises these instinctive needs as the Moon forms an applying (02º44') conjunction. Their combined opposition to the Leo Sun frustrates his attempt to rule by decree, denying success by placing obstacles in our way, mainly if we are overtly domineering, selfish or aggressive. When we fail to notice our effect on others or inadvertently ignore their feelings and sensitivities, support and opportunities for success diminish. Cooperative endeavours are limited, often by the application of stringent measures or harsh consequences if we have gone too far in not considering our effect on others.

A fixed T-Square from Uranus in Taurus along the Nodal Axis only accentuates tensions, indicating resistance, irritability and free-floating anxiety about speaking out as an individual or representative of a group ideal. Innovative technological changes, rapid industrial modernisation and significant upgrades to the material world and its economic order bring widespread disruptions. Saturnian fears and frustrations are understandably aroused whenever Uranus is activated, especially by a lunation.

This Full Moon highlights a time of significant friction and separation, and an attempt to reconcile our desires with others in our world becomes severely tested.

Saturn's transit through Aquarius (Dec 2020 - March 2023) casts a pall of widespread social isolation and a lack of social cohesiveness over the general population as it gradually reforms our complete reference of social reality. A sustained semisquare to Jupiter (Jul-Sep) spreads further gloom and austerity by limiting our capacity for sense-making and meaningfulness in our lives.

Saturn's square to Uranus (2021-22), has produced insult and vexation between many groups. Our interpretation of freedom and order is becoming redefined. Our intellectualised justification for extreme be­haviour is being self-righteously imposed upon others. Attempts to persuade each other that we are distinctly committed to selfless causes and that they are the selfish ones aren't doing much for peace and harmony.

More and more frequently, we witness individuals losing themselves in high-sounding abstrac­tions or becoming involved with radical group activities that prevent the formation of close relationships.

As JUPITER, SATURN and URANUS tighten in the coming weeks, the world will become gripped by an upsurge of free-floating psychological uneasiness. This is effectively a psychological mind dis-ease; an anxiety and discontentment which cannot be linked to any apparent cause, though many symptoms of social dissociation are obvious. Few, if anyone, will be able to detect its cause or connect it to anything, and even less will suspect that it has much to do with the rapid induction of new bio and info technologies and ideologies.

These sweeping changes, resulting in a lack of social cohesiveness and sense-making, the escalation of free-floating anxiety and widespread psychological uneasiness are the primary components necessary in forming a bewildering technocratic totalitarian state.

Hence, this lunation, which activates the Node-crossed Saturn/Uranus highlights the contention between autocracy (Leo Sun), liberal democracy (Aquarian Moon/Saturn), and economic technocracy (Taurus Uranus/Node), and how these three duelling states both divide and then combine to form a whole new state, which nobody quite knows how will play out for us.

Over the coming weeks, observe how the rise in radical intolerance of dissonant voices and nonconformists spreads like wildfire. Anyone who goes against the grain or claims the official narrative is wrong is effectively singled out, witch-hunted, scapegoated and weeded out by the hypnotised masses, who blindly direct any anger and frustration over the state of their discontent at anyone who voices dissent.

Meanwhile, those same masses will appear to display an unusual tolerance of their leaders - those 'kings & queens' who dictate the mainstream narrative. It will seem that those in command can cheat, lie, steal, manipulate, even murder - in short, do anything they want - and still be forgiven by the crowd because the crowd appears convinced that all measures, however grim, nonsensical or severe, are for their own good.

That, my friends, is the standard recipe for the totalitarian state, where boundaries between fact and fiction, conviction and compulsion, passion and hyperbole have become so blurred that arbitrary 'trial & retribution packages', predicated on utter nonsense, fear and superstition, have been employed to usher in the new era of the technocratic state. It is an intermediary step for something, but what? And at what cost?

Under this Full Moon, observe how your Aquarian concern for humanity inclines you to radiate the Leo love and light within you so that you may illuminate everyone with whom you come in contact. Observe how the Uranian/Node awakens your genius beyond your small circle of admirers to incite a critical shift in consciousness. Understand the importance of friendship and community, which allows freedom and equality to be mutually satisfying on all levels - ideologically, economically and spiritually.

We do not need to es­tablish a state in which someone always plays the role of king or queen to their devoted followers, beholden to their rigid views and exploitative self-interests. We are capable of coexisting in a truly friendly, equilaterally liberating and loving state. Perhaps it's best to entertain the highest Aquarian group ideal, that of "communitarianism", where individual living and individual contributions to small, self-governing communities or extensive family complexes are important. This group ideal allows us to be the best we can be without shutting others out, emphasising encouraging the best in everyone, valuing inclusivity and the nuances of individual diversity.

Let's understand, with Pluto soon entering Aquarius, the gilded days of the celebrated selfish individualist are nearly over. Although the shift will bring hope, the transition will be difficult for everyone still clinging to their old baggage. For now, let's hold hope that as long as we each continue to do our part willingly and mindfully, contributing to the common good of our respective community as dependable and responsible individuals, we shall each find a fruitful way of coexisting again.

Going into the Aquarian Full Moon, it is a time to prepare ourselves for this new vision, and know too that this uncomfortable period of social fragmentation will soon, one way or another, be eventually over, but it will not happen easily. Many forces have conspired to divide us, and the next few weeks could be tense down there in the 3D world. All this comes to a head on September 26, launching a war between darkness and light..

May you be well and have a blessed Full Moon."

[onawah]

“Coming Clean” – The Mercury/Neptune Opposition, 21 August & 1-3 October
August 21, 2022
https://angstoic.com/2022/08/coming-clean-the-mercury-neptune-opposition-21-august-1-3-october/

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"MERCURY opposes NEPTUNE, a cycle that began with their conjunction at 23º15′ Pisces on 23 March 2022. The Mercury/Neptune relationship best helps us track the development of our fantasies, psychic perceptions, suspicions and, often, our self-deceptions and delusions.

The opposition tells the story of how all these things affect others. The transit becomes partile when Mercury reaches 24°44′ Virgo on Sunday, 21 August 2022. Yet, due to Mercury’s retrograde through September, we will experience a rare, sustained second spell of this aspect when the messenger god turns direct again in the first few days of October, stationing within 0º34′ of exact opposition to Neptune.

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Neptune has been in her mystifying domicile of Pisces since 2011, subtly dissolving many of the boundaries and edges defined by the human mind. This occasion will be the 12th opposition the intrepid Mercury will form, also in its domicile in Virgo. It is, however, the first time since then that Mercury will stop and return to take a second, more concentrated gaze into Neptune’s abyss. It is as if the analytical mind is determined to see deeper into the myriad of Neptune’s alternative realities and try to understand the nature of its quantum field.

As astrologers, we learn that the projections from our psyche, overlayed onto the world around us, can often distort perceptions and insights about what is real and what is simply wishful. We do this as an alternative to the truth for various reasons.

Perhaps we find reality too harsh, so we distort the facts to suit a preferred narrative. Our little lies are common; we all partake in false narratives, usually to save face, avoid hurting people’s feelings, impress others, shirk responsibility, conceal our misdeeds and sinister designs, ingratiate or promote ourselves, avert confrontation, get out of work, conform to expectations, etc. We lie to others and lie to ourselves. Whilst, in one sense, this creates a nice illusion, our deceptions generate streams of turmoil, chaos, and distrust.

Of course, there’s a sliding scale of deceit. Whilst all deception is harmful to truth, perhaps it is measurable only by the degree of damage caused. Nonetheless, all lies are erosive, altering our reality, reframing it through the agenda of the person preventing the truth from coming out. Often the person spreading the lie is not necessarily the source of the deception but merely a naive or willing emissary of untruths.

In any sense, being lied to causes us to feel insecure because it makes us question our version of the truth. Dishonesty and cognitive dissonance bring about the erosion of all that is tangible and real. Being deceived makes us feel unimportant, as though the person lying to us doesn’t value us enough to tell us the truth.

At the culmination of the Mercury-Neptune cycle, the two planets oppose each other from their respective domiciles. It becomes apparent how much the distortion of facts affects us by undermining our trust, confidence and faith in others, leading us to question and doubt everything.

When reality appears to have become confused and distorted, the rational mind responds by imagining all kinds of conspiracies, collusions and aspersions. Once undermined, the mind enters a paranoid state, where intangible senses, now hijacked by an unintegrated Neptune, start to invent distortive narratives that further spread the chaos of mistrust, disbelief, ridicule and humiliation.

Cleansing ourselves of deceptive influences is essential when Mercury opposes the Piscean Neptune from Virgo. Discerning truth from lies can be confronting. It is galling to discover that our minds have been sullied by ambiguities, exaggerations, understatements, concealments, deliberate falsehoods or criminal designs.

During this rare and extended double opportunity, Mercury affords us a chance to realise that, ultimately, there is no actual value in kidding ourselves or participating in deceiving others. It wastes valuable time and never leads to satisfaction, only disillusionment and sorrow. Yet, telling the truth is a collaborative process and calls all parties participating in deception to come clean. Separating fact from fiction is best done with grace and generosity, especially in significant relationships.

There is an art to everything, including confessions. If you must express a brutal truth, give your partner a loving heads up. Establishing a more straightforward communicative manner will help unshackle your illusory deceptions, leading to a deeper understanding of your own and other’s motivations. Be curious, not furious. At least until you’re satisfied you have done everything you can.

**Following the second spell of this aspect in early October, MARS will form a rare, sustained square to Neptune. Throughout much of mid-October and November, considerable tension builds between these planets due to Mars’ retrograde in the late degrees of Gemini. This may be an excellent time to voice your concern and anger at continued attempts to be misled. Refuse to remain under the spell of lies and misconceptions. Hold onto your reality. Do not sit there assuming you are worthless or not deserving of the truth. ."

[onawah]

SUN/MARS/CHIRON- Crises Around Wounded Masculinity, August 22-26
https://angstoic.com/2022/08/sun-mars-chiron-crises-around-wounded-masculinity-august-22-26/

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"MARS now enters the intrepid Gemini, and the SUN will enter analytical Virgo in a few hours. Both masculine planets enter mental signs, where their activity is most potent and raw.

As they come to square each other, they also hit off Chiron in Aries, triggering issues around wounded masculinity and how men, particularly, currently feel about themselves.

The transit stresses circumstances about what it means to be a man, and conflicts generate internal questions about whether individuals lack a sense of masculinity at some level.

Coping with this dilemma may see men acting out by outright rejecting masculinity as bogus or outdated or by overcompensating, trying to demonstrate to others (and themselves) that they are ‘real’ men.

Either extreme is troubling, and we best stay mindful that the next few days could evoke crises which may require our tender understanding and support…

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Wounded masculinity can play out negatively as gender shame (feelings of being emasculated), where the typical response is to ridicule the idea of masculinity, feeling both embarrassed and ashamed of being a man.

This is typical of the grotesque inner feelings of shame that Chiron projects upon both Mars (gender, sex) and Sun (identity, authority). The healing, of course, asks us to gently reassure the self-doubting masculine of his archetype and choose to support and/or honour non-stereotypical male roles.

Other masculinity wounds Chiron raises here are those of effeminate behaviours (‘not acting man enough’), as well as sexuality issues (confusion or doubts around sexual orientation); sexual dysfunction (impotence, erectile dysfunction, premature ejaculation); and sexually compulsive behaviours (sex addiction, porn addiction, unsolicited advances on others and predation). These might require specialist care as they are often buried and hard to navigate without appropriate skills.

Red flags here are around masculine individuals who feel isolated and lonely, unable to connect or cope in any relationship. There are many various reasons for this willful avoidance, and they are as complex as they are tremendously painful. Being alone and isolated creates barriers to intimacy, and men may self-medicate with all kinds of coping mechanisms including additions, such as work, drugs/booze, porn (masturbation), etc.

Chiron transits to Mars/Sun aggravate pent-up anger, fears, anxieties, and dogmas around a man’s faith in himself.

Intimacy is tough for men to comprehend, often confused with sex, or totemistic male bonding (contact sports, fishing, drinking, etc). Of course, society is evolving, and it seems more likely that younger generations of males more comfortably understand the quality and depth of having meaningful relationships, yet there remains immense peer and parental pressure to demonstrate more superficial aspects of masculinity, and Chiron’s tendency for shame by emasculation needs to be attended.

Chiron is a shamanic initiator, but an unintegrated Chiron leaves us with scarring, often without any strong mentor figure to guide us through the delicate nature of gender-related wounds."

[onawah]

"Violent Purge", The NEW MOON at 04°04' VIRGO, Saturday, Aug 27, 08:18 UTC
8/26/22
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"Greetings Fellow Travellers,

The Virgo lunation is only hours away. Aside from an intensely tight square (0ºS02') to Mars, it stands otherwise unaspected to any other planets, whose energetic pulse is internalised due to retrogrades and in much friction with one another.

Still, this one very stressful aspect to the New Moon from Mars, now entered Gemini, is enough to crank up the heat and cause all kinds of inflammations, aggravations and possibly even violent reactions. In the dark of this Moon, you would already have felt that it's time to draw some strict boundaries around what is wholesome and manageable, what is simply so emotionally volatile that it can quickly get out of control, creating upsets and temper tantrums.

The tendency to take little things personally is ultra-high - the punctilious Virgo reacts to Gemini's biting quips with a reductive sense of conceit and dismissiveness. Though neither of these two Mercury-ruled signs is particularly emotional, angry outbursts aren't uncommon when any bit of rashly-administered news, unsolicited opinion and contentious name-calling plays out. Virgo is quick to flush out, purge and extricate the slightest little detail deemed offensive, and Mars in Gemini will most certainly provoke such an action with a mere word.

Health problems may surface in the body in the form of ulcers or stomach problems. Whether anger is expressed openly in disputes or suppressed so that it builds up inside, it is perhaps wise to examine the source of this. Naturally, dramas in our lives always stem from ourselves, and it's our unduly vigorous, off-the-cuff conduct that is our worst enemy here.

We might blame others for frustrating our intentions but fail to see how we invite antagonism, anger and resentment by forcing our way to get what we want. This tendency arouses irritation in others, who consider us snobbish, arrogant and overly egotistical.

The New Moon is an opportunity to set an intention around what we wish to achieve practically. Although the stars auger that we are heading for massive social turbulence into September/October with all outers in retrograde, Mercury and Mars soon to follow and big-hitter aspects like the Saturn/Uranus and Pluto/Eris squares, the eclipses etc., we can accomplish quite a lot if we are mindful to think before we act and restrain our anger and aggressiveness while cultivat­ing tact and diplomacy.

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We spoke extensively about some of the greater issues at play here in our recent 90-minute 'Cosmic Bus' special. This is no time to act out our irritability by scattering away precious energy on superficial arguments and trivial pursuits.

The mutable Virgo lunation seeks to bring out our most diligent, industrious, efficient, conscientious side. While the super-tight square from Mars in Gemini can make us critical, snappy, and captiously ready to find fault, we wish to avoid starting wars and life-long grudges over the slightest insult. Perhaps the saying "don't throw the baby out with the bathwater" is appropriate here.

We need to learn that with some flexibility and patience, we can set an achievable goal to accomplish what we want without contention. If you're sore that little is of worthwhile interest to you, this might be the time to start gathering, ranking and sorting information and facts into something that leads you into a new study, preferably with a practical or helpful outlet. Virgo is about helping others, which must be of paramount interest in setting your New Moon intention to improve your health, work situation, finding a new routine, or more satisfying job.

Thanks for your loving appreciation and support, and may you have an amazing New Moon xx"

[onawah]

“YOU’RE JUST KIDDING, RIGHT?” – Neptunian Quarter Moon
September 18, 2022
https://angstoic.com/2022/09/youre-just-kidding-right-neptunian-quarter-moon/
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"There are days when you are positively baffled about what you see going on before you. Don’t be afraid to be confused. Even more so, have the courage to declare it and withdraw to a secluded place.

There are days when you may try too hard to convince your heart and soul of something your mind knows was a delusion, designed to mislead you.

There are days when the only thing you can be certain of is that what you see before you wasn’t for real; just a mirage; a figment of your mind’s projections.

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Beneath the veil of the cogent mind lies an ability to perceive beyond the tangible, discernible reality; the means to extract the infinite out of the finite. Imagination is the emancipation of the logical mind; an exploration into worlds unknown. If you’re feeling a little lost, you’re only half the way there.

This Neptunian Quarter Moon may bring much confusion, doubt and uncertainty. Let it be, ride out the wave and wait for the situation to settle down. Try not to make any plans or commitments because it just isn’t possible to honour those now – old ideas are losing their meaning.

Others may think you have gone out of your mind, truly gone fishing because what you’re doing, thinking, seeing at this time, seems distorted and vague. The swirl of emotions, ideas and perceptions into higher consciousness is a fundamental part of the experience, and it must be allowed to follow its own course…

Try not to mislead anyone, and if you have, in any way (only you know), well… what are you going to do..?

Many blessings xx "

[onawah]

SQUARES: The Point of Tension
September 19, 2022
ASTROLOGY OF NOW
https://angstoic.com/2022/09/squares-the-point-of-tension/

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"Do you know anyone who, no matter how often they get it wrong, never seems to learn that there’s a right way?

Or ever meet someone whose personality you immediately sense is going to grate against yours, possibly to the point of conflict or all-out war?

And how about those times where nothing seems to be working for you, where nothing you do or say seems like it’s going to let you win?

Chances are, that this highly pressurised state is the product of a square (or two) in the horoscope. Whether in the natal chart or by transit/progression, squares can be exhausting, grinding us down, making us old before our time, breaking and crippling us to the extent where we’ve become incapable of doing anything at all.

Much like the effects of Saturn, where everything can feel hard, karmically ill-fated, squares are a natural part of the human experience, and although we may be at the mercy of our squares, more positively, it is the tension that spurs us into action and stretches us, makes us grow, shapes us more into the person that we are.

Squares between any two bodies accentuate incompatible or antagonistic elements, raising the degree of tension. Tension wears us down to the point where we hit the wall, and something has to give. Some tensions have been building for weeks, others months, years, and some have been building for generations.

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1.) The ongoing squares between PLUTO and ERIS have provided the dark backdrop to all tensions of the past few years – PLUTO, in this sense, represents power and dominance, the ability to influence the behaviour of others or the course of events, whether in an interpersonal relationship or a political process; the attempt to eliminate that which no longer serves and to replace it with something more willing to submit.

ERIS represents all that feels unwelcome, shut out, unheard, useless and unwanted. When we watch what has been happening over a longer (3-4 year) period, we observe the struggle between the dominant members of any species working to survive via huge leaps of corporeal adaptation, transformation, corporate domination over others, political manipulation and outright extortion and corruption to stay in power and top of the heap (Pluto in Capricorn) versus a struggling underclass, the marginalised, unsightly and aboriginal (indigenous peoples and their cultures) at threat of extinction via war, famine and disease (ERIS in ARIES).

Lots of theories about conspiracy abound, but if we look closely at the last 3-4 years, this tension has produced huge leaps and troughs in the race for the ecological, environmental, geopolitical, biotechnical and global economic survival of the fittest.

With all squares, even those between the outermost ‘dwarf planets’, we feel the impact shortly after their partile period passes, although these will essentially be subtle and invisible to the masses, who only really notice day-to-day differences.

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2.) SATURN’s square to URANUS has also been a strident feature of the 2021 staple, coming to a head now as we toil between the conservative and the radical, the establishment and the break-for-something-else, security vs freedom, centralised control vs individual autonomy, physical vs digital and a host of other ****ty issues that just get on our ass every day, each time we try to reason with anyone about anything, even within the left and right sides of our brain.

Complicates matters when the tensions of #1) coincide with the tensions of #2), doesn’t it?

Since Saturn is dignified in Aquarius and Uranus in Fall through Taurus, the conservative side will seek to preserve the status quo by opposing innovations and progressive trends in all social and political matters. Uranus pushes back, revolting against the established order of things, but in any case, both are in fixed signs, and their tense inflexibility ends in widespread breakdowns of just about any relationship, especially when these two feature strongly through the 2022 eclipse season due to URANUS being the pole-axed upon the North NODE.

3.) VENUS recently squared MARS, which isn’t new since VENUS raps a new MARS gig every couple of years or so, but the last few haven’t been so sexy, as MARS & VENUS generally are, since for the past 3-4 cycles they’ve begun in awkward signs like Virgo or Capricorn/Aquarius, and this continues as we see the sexes/genders struggle with emotional tensions, especially in romantic and sexual relationships – not necessarily just with the opposite sex.

The square only typifies the disgust we feel when it becomes apparent that we’re using or being used purely for sexual gratification (or other base exploits).

Interesting too, how this week Venus and Mars connect with Saturn and Uranus, Chiron and the Nodes, creating all kinds of odd alliances, attempts to patch up recent arguments and even finding profound new ways to heal old wounds. So it looks quite interesting for those who dare to rise into the frequencies of love & compassion rather the low-vibing bang-bang-blame sagas…

This all sets the scene for the LIBRA NEW MOON – a kinda “whole new era has begun” type deal. Some crazy curveball is up ahead with those SCORPIO/TAURUS eclipses (OCT/NOV.)

So what’s the point of squares – a dynamic destined to grind our bodies, nervous systems and spirits down, literally drain us before our time? What’s the whole point of being driven to the point of feeling incapacitated? Such is the tension of the square aspect, and so much more intriguing when they appear multiple times in a single horoscope…

Below I will expand on what is going on here and why it’s necessary for you, your relationships, your society, and entire centuries of culture to apparently disintegrate all at once. (or will they??)

Yes, of course, it’s ultimately for your own “higher good”, but then, this all depends on what you call ‘higher’, if indeed you are wary that there is anything higher than your own selfish needs (and all that “nonsense”, right?).

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WHAT ARE SQUARES?
For many astrologers, squares, or the separation of two (or more) planets by 90º, spell bad news. This is because any combination involving planets that are not in harmonious elements (Water/Air, Earth/Fire, Fire/Water, Air/Earth), requires significant effort to adjust to the divergent energies and attitudes in those areas of life indicated by those planets.

Certain issues, goals, desires, and drives appear to function at cross purposes, manifesting as a difference in attitudes that simply has to be accepted, an irritation, or a deadlock in the interchange of energy.

This tension may be experienced as a kind of resistance, either internally, against someone, or wholly externally. One thing is certain, the more resistance, the more unsettled we become, and some squares are much more difficult to handle, becoming obstructive, violently conflicting, or oppressively inhibiting.

Not all squares are difficult, but some, listed below, reveal profoundly irreconcilable differences, which challenge those involved to learn about how to deal with completely differing points of view:

Sun-Saturn, Sun-Uranus, Sun-Neptune, Moon-Mars, Moon-Saturn, Moon-Uranus, Moon-Neptune, Moon-Pluto, Mercury-Neptune, Venus-Neptune, Mars-Saturn, Mars-Uranus, Mars-Neptune, Mars-Pluto, Jupiter-Saturn, Saturn-Uranus, Saturn-Neptune, Saturn-Pluto, Uranus-Neptune

SO WHAT’S THE DEAL WITH SQUARES?
Squares are essentially the division of the circle into 4, or quarters, critical points in the 360º cycle, which are concerned with matter and manifestation. At each 90º interval, we are forced to grapple with the issues concerned, compelled to actualise the planetary problems as they manifest themselves in a very real, concrete way in our lives, both in terms of what happens to us and our behaviour, which of course can never be separated.

We notice squares because the issues they raise unmistakably smack us in the face. Because the energies interfere with one another, we are left with an agitated situation, uncertain of what’s going to happen next, and apprehensive about whether we can cope. Uncertainty and fear set in; we overreact in an effort to prove ourselves; we become intrusive in the areas defined by the planets involved and then run into all sorts of stress and upsets with others.

Like putting out fires, this can be an endless pursuit, and although through repeated tense incidents we get better at dealing with crises, we often get burnt and suffer/inflict considerable harm. Of course, handling our squares gets easier with time, but there are some who just never quite get it, or refuse to learn, rather playing the hapless sufferer of life’s relentless tensions.

That is why some people with squares mature into the most accomplished problem-solvers and some end up being life’s most incorrigible losers.

Also, people without any squares in their charts, those used to taking the easiest way (path of least resistance), don’t seem to strengthen in character as fast as their more challenged (squared) counterparts.

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WHERE DOES IT ALL END?
Wherever we see two disparate sides fiercely applying force to have their way, the conflict never ceases. No side can coexist while one side sucks it up, conceding to a solution that only benefits the other. This is tyranny. To live together, they must eventually stop fighting and engage in healthy back-and-forth discussions, one side at a time.

Friction only generates heat, which results in anger; violence begets violence and breeds hatred. Disparate energies need to find a way to work together. Most aggressive sides, especially the harsher, more abusive ones, could benefit from learning to contain their anger instead of automatically striking back. The dominant force could use the qualities of the more recessive other to empathise with others and seek diplomatic resolutions to problems.

On the other hand, the weaker, more submissive energy could benefit from acknowledging their anger and permitting themselves to act it out in constructive ways instead of automatically reacting in their most negative manner. Talking themselves out of it, blaming themselves, or allowing the dominant to blame them is forfeiting their function to keep the peace.

Hence, empathy from both sides is essential to understanding what is needed from each to make better use of the square or conflict. If we are stuck with having to endure our squares and the archetypal forces they represent, our only hope is to resolve the dilemma by using the energies in as constructive and conscious a way as possible.

FINDING A WORKABLE SOLUTION:
It would be far healthier and more beneficial for both sides of the square to stand up for their needs and express their individual natures without feeling the need to shut off or wipe the other out. In order to reach some settlement, or to “Square Off”, they must reach a point of reconciliation, or truce, and if there is to be any reconciliation, there must first be truth.

The astrological square, whether in our natal chart or by passing transit, calls us to somehow come to understand the archetypal nature and need of all conflicting energies, whether dominant or weak and appreciate their vital function. However discordant, we obviously cannot have one without the other. The mistake we keep making is to appropriate more importance on either side and to depreciate, diminish or even try to eradicate the other. Hence the conflict continues to repeat, which over time becomes crushing to the physical body or the ego, ultimately becoming soul-destructive.

Finding ways to resolve conflicts caused by disparate propensities and principles is the hardest thing we must face as humans. We make moral judgements about which is the “good” side and which side is the “bad” side, perpetuating the victim/blame saga. Yes, there are two sides to every issue, where one side may assert itself as the “right” one and the other the more “wrong”, and hence more vulnerable to persecution, but there are actually four sides to every square, just as there are 360º to every circle.

With squares, we can get so caught up in our respective tensions or dilemmas that we can become blind to the potential for a resolution. Here, we must allow ourselves to view all sides (including the opposing two arms of the square) for an actual resolution to emerge, which is why squares are so challenging and often require the assistance or intervention of exterior people of ‘forces’. Like a hopeless patient whose answer to dealing with a headache is to keep banging his head against the wall in one corner when near another, there is a door which will allow the doctor in; we must accept the responsibility of choices available to us to solve the problem.

SUMMARY:
Squares ask us to empathetically look at what we are doing, either self-defeating or destructive and find ways to reconcile by urging us to make the best in a difficult situation. Through the conflict, anger and irritation generated by squares, we develop the insight and wisdom to meet challenges in ways that are most strengthening and character-defining.

For instance, in the distant PLUTO/ERIS (natural selection) square, we must understand that humanity can preserve neither absolute corporate power nor primitive indigenous rights for the survival of our species on this planet. Something (many things) in each of us must acclimatise to a transforming new earth, and in this process, something has to become permanently extinguished in the race for the survival of our species.

In the SATURN/URANUS square, where constraining elements of conventional political/business structures are being rattled by radical voices and ideologues, each anguished about self-managing their resources must allow the socio-economic revolution to take place. Reconciliation here means individual freedoms must be allowed to flourish and contribute to a new centralised humanitarian network.

A New Earth, requires a new, more communitarian style of government, and the answer for those who wish to survive the transition successfully is to look ‘outside the box’ to find the key which will unlock the door to the future. It is entirely unclear how this will play out for humanity, but over the next decade or two, we will see how current ideas, tools and infrastructure can be best put to use to govern the planet, its peoples and resources in ways that allow greater freedom, innovation and equanimity for all beings as we enter the Aquarian Age."

[onawah]

‘BRIDGING THE GREAT DIVIDE’ The NEW MOON at 02°49′ LIBRA/September 25, 21:56 UTC
September 26, 2022
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"A New Moon forming less than three days after the LIBRA EQUINOX (02°♎49′) means the skies will be dark enough to witness some rare celestial events. Chiefly, like a sentinel in the autumnal sky, Jupiter now presents his closest opposition to the Sun since 1963, the closest the gas giant will pair with Earth all year. From now until late November, Jupiter, now at 03°♈42′, moves westward in retrograde motion below the Great Square of Pegasus across the faint stars of Pisces.

A few hours before the Sun rises, Mars, now in his retrograde shadow, stands high in the southeast, not to be mistaken for the nearby reddish Mars-type fixed star, Aldebaran, located to Mars’ upper right. Whilst this portends aggressively acclaimed honour and riches, the inflammatory nature of Mars signifies such action would end in disgrace and ruin. Mars is currently in an air-trine to Saturn, suggesting an organised roll-out of communication networks and mobilisation of defences.

This month’s darkest nights are also the best time to spot the far-flung ice giant Uranus, the second-last planet in our solar system. The Uranus influence in this lunation is behind much of the current upset and disruption in our lives.

Being on the far side of the Sun, all planets beyond Mars are now retrograde, each retracing their passage during the year’s first half. Symbolically, we are reviewing many events and experiences of the past few months, trying to understand their significance to our lives and the way we are evolving, particularly as we prepare to integrate the lessons they bring to us during the later part of this year.

Jupiter’s strong opposition to the Libra New Moon significantly impacts this event. Jupiter in Aries calls for a courageous display of decisive leadership and promotes in­novations in our philosophical, political and spiritual attitudes towards each other, as well as engendering us with faith in the possibility of regeneration and rebirth into a better way of life.

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Jupiter is also positioned at the precise midpoint of a squaring Saturn and Uranus, inflating the symbolic tensions we’ve been feeling since 2021 – basically exaggerating the conflict between our conservative and radical tendencies. The SA/UR square produces dictatorial tendencies. As with those native to a Saturn/Uranus square, those most triggered by the effects of this transit claim to advocate freedom and reform while ironically acting very oppressively toward anyone who disagrees with them.

Jupiter standing between them will look for ways to integrate obstinate and unyielding traditionalistic and revolutionary attitudes, offering opinions and advice on how to render change to time-honoured institutions; offering many suggestions on how to impose progressive modifications to customary beliefs, institutions and establishments. We also anticipate that conventional politics will become shattered by new and unpredictable ways of governance as conservatives battle radicals to end the harrowing divide, now being experienced internally in the individual and externally in the collective psyche.

Jupiter is exceptionally foolhardy in Aries, however. Our impetuousness to act swiftly does tend to see us overreach ourselves foolishly. When we feel wronged, we can quickly become rash and impulsive with an overblown sense of self-important righteousness. With all good intentions, things can often go wrong when we put all our eggs in one basket, and we must learn to prepare for unforeseen difficulties; saving something in reserve should not all go as expected.

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The opposition to the Libra Sun/Moon, now at its synodic refresh, augurs some degree of hope that we can see the ongoing social tensions with some perspective, aiming to counterbalance the heavily storm-like Aries-focused energies with some civility and tact. The Libra Equinox shifts the subjective and individualised emphasis of our Solar path into the second half of the zodiac, where we must learn to relate and integrate ourselves into an intersubjective reality, a social order beyond ourselves. This is a highly significant turning point in a year in which, since March (Aries Equinox) we have sought only to formulate and assert our personal views without much regard for how others will respond.

Libra creates a space to accommodate another individual in a one-to-one association. Her Venus-ruled, cardinal-air modality looks for diplomatic, tactful peace-making opportunities. A lunation in Libra inspires us to form a clever intention, one that aims to reach a pleasant, harmonious settlement by carefully evaluating the situation and weighing up all options and points of view using an objective perspective. Libra’s strong emphasis on beauty and pleasing aesthetics wants to bring any relationship to a place where there is fairness, justice and a striving for equality.

Of course, the downside of Libra can present as vacillating or indecisive, or at least reticent to pass judgement lest we upset or create conflict, and it is this side of Libra that is often admonished for being too people-pleasing, phoney politicking, flip-flop-flaky and ineffectual due to her overly accommodating, compliant, acquiescent influence, particularly when the lunation commands us to make a firm intention and stick to it.

There are seemingly many irreconcilable tensions here. We see the antithesis between the old way and radical new ways clashing, creating the urgent need for new codes of conduct and laws as we transition. Finding solutions that will not restrict our freedom due to shifting political situations, especially those beyond any individual’s enterprise or national jurisdiction, will be challenging. In the lead-up to this epic lunation, we have warned that this time marches us further towards extreme ends, as we transition towards a whole new system of governance that is fair and equitable for all, but doesn’t produce the ghastly effects of past attempts to achieve this. As we look back at history, particularly the last 150 years, we see how abysmally all systems of government have failed us. Even democracy seems to have left us desolate, drifting on a raft of tense, 50/50 divisions.

Saturn’s transit through AQUARIUS casts a pall of widespread social isolation and a lack of social cohesiveness over the general population.

His sustained semisquare to Jupiter (July-Sep 2022) has only spread further economic gloom and social austerity by inflicting a lack of sense-making and meaningfulness about anything happening in the world.

Saturn’s final instalment of his squares to Uranus (2021-22) produces irritability, tension and free-floating anxiety about speaking out or standing away from the pack. Essentially this has made it difficult to reintegrate socially after even the slightest of disagreements.

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As this lunation stands opposite to the tight Jupiter-Saturn-Uranus alignment, the entire world experiences an upsurge in free-floating psychological uneasiness, as indicated by the highly polarised views on socioeconomic issues (wars, inflated cost of living, climate, fuel supply, medical care, etc) and sociopolitical concerns (conservatives vs liberals, autocracy vs democracy, monarchy vs republicanism etc), as well as running moral and ethical dilemmas (civil rights, immigration, abortion, gender issues, etc), none of which, to name a few, are in any way easy to settle by any known means.

We know that things are severely untenable in many respects. By now, many of us are aware of the sweeping ‘mind-disease, wetiko virus’ – this mass anxiety and discontentment whose mental symptoms cannot be linked to any apparent cause. This mass psychosis seems rife throughout many relationships and communities, producing a broad spectrum of psycho-emotional derangements. Widely contagious, the tension transpires in the nervous system, with few, if anyone being able to detect its cause or connect it to anything.

When we combine this widespread lack of social cohesion; a lack of meaning or sense-making; massive levels of free-floating anxiety; and general psychological uneasiness, we have all the necessary ingredients for the formation of a totalitarian state in one place. Although we have witnessed these terrifying elements coming together in the past, this is the first time we are seeing this combination on a global scale.

Over the coming weeks, we may have also noticed how the rise in radical intolerance of dissonant voices and nonconformists spread like wildfire. Those few who still dare to go against the grain or claim the official narrative is wrong are being effectively ostracised – witch-hunted, scapegoated and weeded out by the hypnotised masses, who blindly direct any anger and frustration of the state of their discontent at anyone who voices dissent.

Meanwhile, those same masses display an unusual tolerance of their leaders – those who have cleverly positioned themselves or have strategically been put in place to dictate the mainstream narrative. It will seem that those in command can cheat, lie, steal, manipulate, even murder – in short, do anything they want – and still be forgiven by the crowd because the crowd appears convinced that all measures, however drastic, nonsensical and grim, are for their own good.

In a totalitarian state, boundaries between fact and fiction, conviction and compulsion, passion and hyperbole become so blurred that arbitrary ‘trial & retribution packages’, predicated on utter political gobbledegook, scare-tactics and superstition, can usher in the new era of a globally-centralised technocratic state.

This is not justice. Nor is this ‘way’ in the higher Libran spirit of creating dialogue, debate, appropriate enquiry and a compromised response to deal respectfully with any issue that has brought us inequity and disagreement.

As all our divisiveness comes to a head on September 26, launching a war between darkness and light, we seek to find it in our hearts to at least meet one another, to either find peace or continue fighting. In any case, we must be ready for this and, in turn, the imminent spectacular collapse of the old-world order.

This lunation is indeed a special moment, providing an opportunity for us to pledge a truce, set an intention to meet others halfway, put down our dogmas and our fears and come to listen to each other’s stories with an intention to hear what their heart is trying to say.

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We have come a long way together, suffering greatly through crises. We all suffer similar traumas of being somehow excluded, left behind, or neglected in the quest for love and acceptance and the interminable race to reach the top of the heap. We all relate to being forced to comply with rules and stories that did not feel right to the mind, body, and spirit in order to get along; survive. We are now finding ourselves disconcerted by the irony that if we let go of the deeply corrupt narrative, deceptions, cover-ups and clauses in our social and legal contracts, our society will fall apart.

And it will. When we look at our intersubjective agreements with a greater perspective, we see how those laws and constitutions were written by people whose realities were bound to a different dimension of consciousness. They were administered by those born into power and privilege and assumed incredible ‘might-makes-right’ attitudes. The entire infrastructure of our society is still being held together by such antiquated attitudes. It is these attitudes which have left this planet stripped of all its beauty and natural resources.

We now know too well that our government institutions and their respective constitutions and laws were specifically drawn up to perpetuate fear, division and separation. Perhaps, in a very physically structured world, all that was necessary was to preserve only the ruling classes’ autonomy and autocracy, which is questionable. One thing is sure – the world was divided, segregated into ascending categories of privilege and elitism.

The stars tell us that very soon, that old, conditional world is coming to an end. Those who still believe that they can manage the new world, one constrained less by physical restrictions, are becoming increasingly desperate in how they attempt to enforce their might and governance. Yet we know that all force eventually must relent; all structures must eventually collapse; that all laws made not in full respect to nature’s immutable law soon become redundant and useless.

The Libra lunation is a time to see our world for what it has indeed become. It is a time to sit and look at things objectively, without bias or prejudice, and clear the way to pass a flawless judgement, appropriating our full, empathic consideration of all items presented.

Have a look at the most significant persons in your life. Can you persuade them to agree that we can make things easier, more workable, and more peaceful? We must employ a genuine sense of respectfulness and kindness, married with sophisticated strategy, diplomacy and tact, with aim to restore our relationships to a more balanced, bearable and hopefully peaceful, loving state."

[onawah]

“I SEE THINGS DIFFERENTLY” Mercury’s Opposition to Neptune
(Sep 28- Oct 6)
September 29, 2022
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"Over the past few days, MERCURY has been retrograding into Virgo, and though it will not exactly oppose NEPTUNE, its confusing, distorting effects will be evident in our relationships.

An inability to distinguish between reality (what is) and fantasies (what we wish it to be), and our sensitivity or impressionability to external influences cause inner insecurity, doubts and an inability to over-stretch ourselves to face life’s existential truths.

“Can’t” and “won’t” handle it is the immediate reaction.

There is much going on now that we do not wish to face or perhaps struggle to make others see. The world is awash with a kind of cognitive dissonance, a contradictory set of impressions which, on a more subtle level, we might register as a creepish feeling of unease, disquiet and a lack of trust in others.

Under the current skies, where all outer planets are transiting in retrograde on the other side of the SUN, imagining conspiracies and entering a paranoid state seems likely, and not perhaps unwarranted, albeit for unclear reasons. For instance, with MERCURY in Virgo, the average worker is becoming distrustful that they are merely a cog in the faceless corporation’s industrial machine, lubricated only by the mental lure of a weekly wage that cannot stretch to cover daily expenses; hence their labour or service ceases to be a cumbersome but intrinsically meaningful spiritual experience and feels more like a disembodied utilitarian chore and existential drudgery.

We suspect that we’ve been taken for a ride on so many other levels, too; although we may struggle to corroborate this notion logically when put to the test, choosing to recede, evade or fold into our fantasies or victimhoods.

Mercury now slows to a halt almost precisely opposite Neptune for the next week or so. It must be noted that disillusionment with our work and services is now at epidemic levels, globally. As Mercury turns direct (this weekend) and heads back into Libra on Oct 10, those few who are able to get some perspective using reason and facts are most rigorously reaching a conclusion that, ultimately, the infinite, ‘magical’ essence of things is beyond logic and cannot be grasped, let alone compensated. This can be most frustrating mentally, especially when one feels misunderstood, undervalued and exploited beyond means.

As MARS in Gemini also slows to square, then station-retrograde-direct against NEPTUNE through OCT-NOV, a most fascinating development transpires in the way we view the global existential anxiety, now seizing over society as a tenebrous mental fog. As latent brewing frustrations and aggression is taken out, especially on the group that refuses to go along with ‘the narrative’, we witness something that has not been seen for over 80 years…

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Squares (tensions) to Neptune affect the imagination – the nebulous energetic forcefield between the conscious and subconscious mind that is readily clouded by projection and subjectivity. The lesson here is often one of gaining wisdom by overcoming our tendency to fantasise, romanticise and idealise things to the point where we may be vulnerable to the creepy negative forces due to not perceiving what is in front of us clearly.

Protracted periods of squares or oppositions (see above), indicate times when departure from logical reality, or psychosis, is highly prevalent in our mental state, circumventing the capacity of any given planetary energy to operate via its conventional channels, producing a warped or entirely distorted effect."

[onawah]

'WAITING FOR SOMETHING TO HAPPEN' - The Full Moon at 16°33' Aries, Sunday Oct 09, 20:55 UTC
10/8/22
https://angstoic.com/2022/10/waiting-for-something-to-happen-the-full-moon-at-1633-aries-sunday-oct-09-2055-utc/

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"Greetings Fellow Travellers,

No Full Moon quite tears our souls apart like that which falls under the Aries/Libra dichotomy. Whoever you are, you probably wish to live an ideal, peaceful lifestyle, maintain cordial, pleasant relationships, love and be loved. Yet your equilibrium is easily tilted when you, or someone around you, gives in to equally strong urges for action and excitement.

We’re humans; our moods fluctuate from high to low, and we flip between moments where everything seems balanced and easy to needing to plunge impulsive­ly into new and exciting activities, then feeling paralysed by the myriad of alternatives to consider, unable to commit to any one thing. Hence we risk either scattering our energies to please ourselves or falling trapped into our complacency, lethargy and inaction.

The Moon in Aries indicates emotions are raw; instincts are primitive and fiery, and reactions are immediate, blunt and premature, yet forceful enough to raze our conscious will. An irresistible haste or rashness permeates the collective vibe, and we witness otherwise ordinary, everyday folks feel compelled to act out in ways they’ve not done before, usually without thinking. In contrast to the Libra Sun, who tends to overthink even the slightest little gesture, only to deem it somehow inappropriate later, this lunation is a recipe for upsets.

Upsets are absolutely imperative to foil periods of inertia, ennui or energetic deadlocks. Things have been still for way too long, going stale, weak, and ineffectual. An explosion of energy seems necessary to break the stalemate, but is there enough gas in the tank to make anything happen now, or is it all just a lot of fancy-sounding talk and wishful thinking?

One might expect that a Mars-ruled Ram Moon would ignite all the heat necessary to spark arguments, protestations and wars, especially when conjunct with Chiron, whose wounds are easily aggravated and whose psychosis is inclined to kick in. Yet Mars is currently slowing to retrograde in Gemini, forming a square to Neptune, effectively dampening his strike.

Mars’ rulership adversely affects all Aries-placed planets (Moon, Jupiter, Chiron, Eris). For one, there is a pervading hesitancy about taking any action at all, and when we do, it feels slightly ill-timed, awkward and somewhat pungent and rude. For another, there’s a sense that what we do now might need to be undone and redone again later. Mars turns retrograde on October 30, effectively retracing steps he’s marched along from early September till early January when the warrior god will turn direct again.

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For most of October-November, Mars remains square to Neptune, which is a bummer because strange forces deflate, dispirit and dishevel our drive to take action, we misuse or abuse our physical energy, there is a desire to cheat, harm or exploit others, and the propensity to fall into self-destructive pursuits and agents (such as narcotic drugs and alcohol). Misdirecting our sexual energy leads to increased moodiness, quick-irritability, discontentment, and feelings of impotence and inferiority. The ‘good’ side to this? We learn to control ourselves and hold firm energetic boundaries against Mars’ sneaky, cheeky, sleazy attempts to get through our sensitivities and weak spots.

This warped set of outcomes is only augmented by the Libra Sun, who, in her fall, is at her most sluggish and indecisive, ceding her agency and authority by obliging or pandering to the will of others. The Sun’s conjunction with Venus, an alignment that will persist till the end of this month, further softens the Sun’s decisive purpose and poise as she obsesses more with how things look than how things are.

By the time the Aries Moon reaches the full height of culmination, the raw, highly reactive emotions will be tinged with feelings of Chiron’s ‘rejection and inadequacy’ issues. Terrified of expressing our natural, most atavistic instincts lest others judge us for not being ‘civilised’ or ‘spiritually aware’ or ‘mature’ enough, we feel confronted with judgements, threatened by a sense of guilt and shame. Social pressure to conform is surfacing everywhere, especially since the Libra Sun forms an air Grand Trine to malefics, Mars and Saturn.

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Also critical here is Pluto‘s stationing to turn direct near the final degrees (26°♑07’) of the harshly deprecating Capricorn. Pluto, distant ruler of the underworld, applies his corporate-style power plays to hold this entire planet’s subconscious death anxieties under total control using dark, subversive means. Hence, any conflict we are facing under this lunation is more likely to be raging deep inside, psychologically suppressed from coming to the surface in any healthy way, which is a concern since past traumas, abuses, and destructive patterns of behaviour are likely to be released outward once he turns direct, particularly in our most significant relationships. For healing to occur, there must be some acknowledgement of a problem. Unless we are willing to work on our darker aspects, Pluto here holds everyone under his hypnotic spell of soul possession and masterfully stealthy manipulation.

Deep down in the psyche, raging trans-generational battles become so heavy and intense that they threaten to crush our desires and passions or operate at the crudest levels, ready to erupt like a vol­cano into cruel and destructive be­haviours. Much individual (heart-centred) Sol-light must be applied to contain these atomic-level explosions as Libra Sun starts to square Pluto ver the next 10 days.

Sure, it’s a cardinal lunation, so we must take some initiative to do something… anything constructive. However, the crestfallen Libra Sun is a reminder that it’s hard to get anywhere without support, and though its best to find a dependable external reference point; consult a partner (or counsellor) who will help, we’re much more inclined to find a villain to blame for all our worldly woes, pour ourselves a martini and leave it to ‘someone else’ to fix our problems, maybe tomorrow, next week or, meh… whenever.

It stands to reason that we live in a world supersaturated with thoughts and opinions. Yet, with things being in such a state of disarray, many of us feeling either paralysed, confused, reluctant or apathetic to take any action that’s going to have a lasting impact, the default would be to ‘wait for something to happen’.

Initiative is necessary, but again, it will take more than time to change things. You actually have to change them yourself. The simple advice is to focus on the present. Like surfing, maintaining your poise and equilibrium can only be a moment-to-moment matter, for we do not know which direction the wave will turn, and it behoves us to stay vigilant for every cue on what the next move will be.

Something always has to give on a Full Moon, and with a Scorpio Solar Eclipse only a couple of weeks away, we are on the verge of making a massive spiritual upgrade. Whether or not we make the right decision, the universe, which has no fixed agenda – just pure universal love- rallies around that decision. In essence, there is no right or wrong, only the cosmic field to support you, whichever direction you choose to move.

Sending many blessings, and may you have an amazing Full Moon xx"

[onawah]

SOLAR ECLIPSE at 02°00' Scorpio
Battles Left To Conquer Before We Can Restore Trust and Security
Tuesday, October 25
Ang Stoic
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"It’s Eclipse Season Again!
The second Solar Eclipse of 2022 will occur on Tuesday, October 25 at 2º00' Scorpio. Solar eclipses occur at six-month intervals when the New Moon moves between Earth and the Sun along the Moon's Nodal Axis.

At around 10:50 UTC, all three celestial bodies will form a straight line, and those able to view this phenomenon will observe the Moon partially covering the disk of the Sun. Staying mindful that staring directly at the Sun without the correct filtering lenses is never a good idea, if you are able to witness this phenomenon, your region of the world is probably experiencing some of the intensely regenerative shifts in power associated with Scorpio.

Though only a partial eclipse (0.86 mag.), the Moon's passage over the Sun will be visible from most of Europe, northern Africa, the Middle East, and western Asia.

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Does a partial eclipse mean its effects will be less intense?
All eclipses, total or partial, mark significant signposts in the evolutionary course of human consciousness. This is because they intrinsically link our luminaries, Sun and Moon, to the Moon’s Nodal Axis - invisible points, North and South - where the moon’s path intercepts the ecliptic (Sun’s path). Learn more about eclipses here: https://angstoic.com/2019/07/eclipses-notes-on-the-basics/

The Nodes tell a story of soul evolution, reincarnation, fate and destiny in the current life (North Node) and past incarnations (South Node). Hence, all lunations (New and Full Moon) that contact these nodes act as significant catalysts that challenge humanity’s collective plight to actualise its full soul potential, jolting us backwards and forward along our evolutionary timeline, allowing us to both revisit and clear out stagnant karmic energy.

Whilst effects of a Partial are assumed not as strong or long-lasting as a Total Solar Eclipse, astrologically, the personal impact of eclipses (and all lunations in general) depends more on their proximity of aspect to natal planets or other factors in your horoscope, particularly the hard aspects (conjunction, square, opposition).

For instance, if an eclipse occurs on or around your birthday (conjunct with your natal Sun), this will be a significant year for you, whose effects will be felt for years. Since eclipses tend to short-circuit an individual’s terrestrial concerns with more celestial or spiritually significant matters, they assist in nudging us towards or away from what matters at the soul level.

Hence, eclipses are the astrologer's primary tool in forecasting and guiding the spiritual development of an individual in the context of his current world.

South Node Eclipses
The term eclipse comes from the ancient Greek—ékleipsis (ἔκλειψις), meaning to suddenly disappear or to abandon. Whilst the more positive outcomes of an eclipse occurring at the South Node indicate spiritual awakenings which accompany the release or abandoning of something important, it usually comes amidst a period when our primary energies are weakening, drained, depressive and low, which allows any discharge to take place with minimal resistance.

A South Node Solar Eclipse indicates that celestial energy is leaving the terrestrial plane, compelling us to let go of something or someone. Whilst not necessarily a bad thing, eclipses exert forces that appear to strain, crush or break up entities already weakening or breaking down.

We may feel like we're losing our grip on something that has played a considerable part in our lives, and this power­lessness or impending loss leaves us feeling withdrawn, frightened, paranoid, and hopeless. However, the truth is that we cannot move forward, let go, forgive ourselves and absolve the situation unless we realise that the situation is over. Issues in our lives most accentuated around the South Node eclipse are usually in theme with what must be relinquished.

A Total Lunar Eclipse follows two weeks later at the North Node in Taurus, indicating that celestial energies are entering our plane, ushering in a flood of new entities, opportunities and circumstances. This pair of eclipses is the second in a 3-part series of Scorpio/Taurus eclipses, awakening humanity to its universal plight towards greater autonomy, self-sufficiency and spiritual awakenings to holding energetic boundaries.

So what are we letting go of with the Solar Eclipse in Scorpio?
Scorpio is an intensely emotional modality due to its fixed-water nature. Its desire to develop exclusive intimacy has the propensity to leave us obsessively concerned with the affairs of others, eventually fostering unhealthy enmeshment of energies. Anything overarchingly controlling and manipulative, addicted to drama, crisis and trauma, will now appear inappropriate, uncomfortable, redundant and ready to relinquish during a Scorpio South Node Eclipse.

For instance, if a mother has an unhealthy need to dominate her children, which she exemplifies through bullying, terrifying, neglecting, suffocating, indulging, humiliating, overprotecting or abusing them - those children must now come to the recognition that such treatment is wrong. In the preceding weeks and months, events intensified to reveal these South Node flaws and fallacies in the most blatant ways, weakening the dynamic of abuse and bringing it to an end so the long process of recovery and ultimate understanding could begin. Integral to being emotionally healthy, in the above example, is to have a mother who can respect her children's need to have their own views, do their own thing, feel autonomous, and not perceive this as a betrayal.

Of course, this theme translates to any relationship whose basis is the affixation of one entity or party seizing control over another’s resources for its own self-preservation, validation, power supply, and other self-serving agendas. We, as humans, become symbiotically mired into associations that are somewhat beneficial to our basic survival needs yet ultimately become a hindrance to our spiritual development. Whether for sex, power, emotional security, excitement, etc., when we merge too closely or deeply with another, we ultimately experience some form of suffocation, betrayal or abandonment - a red flag that we should maintain our own boundaries, values, and spiritual prerogatives.

Outer Planet Influences
These eclipses fall into context with other critical planetary combinations this year, namely the separating squares of SATURN/URANUS, which over the past two years have been indicative of the stringent conflicts emerging between the more conservative and radical elements of our consciousness, as well as the Darwinian-like squares between PLUTO/ERIS, indicators of how easily we are prone to falling prey to widespread disease, wars, famines and natural disasters of this world if we do not learn to acclimate to epochal changes.

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Through many mistakes and hardships, many of us are discovering that the only way forward is to adapt, transforming physically and emotionally, slowly and painstakingly, until we get it right. While the most unsettling phase of these slow-moving transits is almost complete, they have nonetheless shown us our worst and lowest, ushering in tremendous attention to our dysfunctions, stirring up deep antisocial impulses - our irritation, anger, fury and rage with ourselves, others and the entire world.

While we have vented these openly, primarily through our media platforms, we have also tried to suppress these. When denied and repressed, our antisocial urges don't miraculously vanish from our reality. They lurk about in our subconscious, eating away at our insides, waiting to rear their ugly heads via conflicts, wars, illness and disease, hysteria and madness.

Whether it is through self-censorship or via some world-savvy algorithm, demonising any kind of irate behaviour as antagonistic and inappropriate, banishing it from sight, only banks up deeply harboured negativity and resentment in the realms of the collective, which, as we are already witnessing, tends to wildly unfurl itself upon humanity as all sorts of widespread tragedies and ills. The astral and quantum fields are packed with unexpressed ire and ill-intent, forbidden from venting itself through our personal nature, precipitating in ‘the cloud’, ready to rain down onto our world as a stream of global catastrophes.

Inner Planet Influences
Venus’s tight conjunction to this Eclipse indicates that the peace-loving intention of this lunation will reach the hearts of many, regardless of their desire to feel it. Women are particularly significant in this since they are signified by both Venus and the Moon, however, both are essentially debilitated in Scorpio. Emotions are raw and far too intense to be handled with any degree of moderation. Young, powerless women, sick of feeling stuck in the lower Scorpio consciousness that attracts crisis, abuse, trauma, and strict controls over their urge for autonomy, self-sufficiency and precious resources, begin to take action to release themselves from toxically symbiotic relationships.

Unfortunately, the conjunction makes it challenging to see the positive result we seek to create. The anger and rage felt over being wounded or betrayed exceed our need to protect ourselves and hold firm boundaries. A tendency to overreact and blow the whole thing out of proportion could result in a backlash of more stringent restrictions and chastisement. Naturally, a Mars/Pluto-ruled Scorpio lunation will take matters to extremes. We must remember that when we go too hard in one direction, the reaction will be just as intense coming from the opposite direction. Since this lunation is also an eclipse, we must expect to deal with the consequences of this in some random, wildly inappropriate manner.

A stationing Mars holds a sustained square to Neptune, which in many ways debilitates the masculine assertiveness from acting in directly hostile ways. Also, Mars’ quincunx to Pluto only exacerbates anger issues. In some ways, being caught up in a state of confusion and anger may compel us to act in specific ways, allowing hidden powerful motivations to govern our choices.

This can be seen in any relationship where one party has reached its tolerance threshold in being used, manipulated or having the rug pulled out from under them. The effects could be revolutionary, but as we’ve seen, revolutions are usually violent and don’t generally end with a win for anyone except those who revel in chaos, mischief and violence.

Mars seems favoured to help us make a stand by this eclipse, but the condition of Mars is severely hampered currently. Slowing to retrograde at the end of October, the square to Neptune isn’t the only concern. A sextile to Eris adds more fuel to his distorted vigour and scorn. Now out of bounds until the next set of eclipses in May 2023, Mars is likely to behave in highly radicalised, unformed and entirely unintegrated ways.

Eclipses Come in Pairs
It would be remiss of me not to mention the severity of upheavals augured by the Total Lunar Eclipse that follows at 16°01' Taurus on November 8.

Effectively acting as a trigger to unleash all underlying tensions and stresses that have been building between the long-duelling conservatism of Saturn and the extreme radicalism of Uranus, this “Blood Moon from Hell” becomes the defining moment of 2022.

Ushering in the most exciting yet extremely unsettling celestial energy through the North Node portal, we can expect much disruptive news that will somehow impact us all. What we must not expect is much peace and tranquillity.

I will have more to say about this second, Lunar Eclipse over the next fortnight.

Working With the Evolutionary Shifts
The most straightforward advice is to just continue to do what you are doing. Whether you are cognizant of how your life is shifting to align with the collective evolutionary pull forward or not, it matters only that you are aware of what is transpiring for you, whether easy or harsh.

Ultimately, everything concerning you is for your greater spiritual benefit. You are letting go of elements in your life causing you to stagnate in toxic or symbiotic ways.

Look where your behaviour becomes defensive or hostile toward anyone offering you regenerative advice. Address the conflicts that have made your life a mere struggle for survival, constantly struggling to escape punishment only leaves everything you once held dear in a trail of tumultuous disarray. You are learning not to scatter, waste or misuse your energies in worthless pursuits and focus on expressing greater love for the earth on which you live, how to appreciate the simple things whose abundant supply and support are always there for you to move forward, if you choose it.

Many blessings, and may you have an amazing eclipse xx"

[onawah]

MID-ECLIPSE UPDATE
October 28, 2022
ASTROLOGY OF NOW
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"Rx JUPITER temporarily slips back into Pisces, indicating that for the next 8 weeks, any chance of making meaning through direct action or conflict must give way to feelings of sympathy, empathy or compassion.

The appeal to make sense through emotions, whims and fantasies rather than construct a robust intellectual argument is heightened further by Jupiter’s wide (6º~7º) conjunction to NEPTUNE.

Jupiter turns direct at 28°♓48′ on Nov 23.

Meanwhile, MARS, now wildly out of bounds and circling near 25°37′ Gemini, turns retrograde Sunday not only to vex us with setback after setback but also to void and nullify any proposed plans due his square to the JU/NE midpoint.

Unreliability, an inclination to act heedlessly, tendencies to rely on others (only to be let down), wild speculation, lofty idealism, distorted political aphorism and a desire to reach for the impossible set the scene for the next week or so.

Caught in a mid-eclipse power slump, we should all be mindful that everything is entirely warped, and this hypernormalised ludicrousness is likely to confound our logic to the point where we haplessly place ourselves in peril; every silly action drains our body of its precious life force, and we are likely to cry over the slightest incursion to our sensitivities, make light of the grimmest of circumstances, and somnambulate through extreme social justice issues thinking that we’re woke.

If it sounds messy, well… you’re in it.

I’ll be back early next week to tell you all about the Nov 8 “Blood Moon from Hell”. Please take care x"

[onawah]

MARS IN RETROGRADE: Oct 30, 2022 - Jan 12, 2023
Trying to make up for past mistakes, insults and regrets...
Ang Stoic
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"Mars symbolises personal action - the energy and drive to obtain that to which we are attracted and to resist that which is undesirable or a threat. Our desires generate powerful drives to demonstrate our competency, sexuality and the power to assert or defend our unique identity, often at any cost.

The dynamic effect of Mars is often experienced through our physical relationship to the exterior world and, both in the natal chart and by transit, Mars indicates how we must apply ourselves in our struggle to survive against the adversity of nature and its foes, and how we strive to meet our individual needs for carnal, worldly and spiritual fulfilment through physical engagement.

In its highest, most conscious-minded operation, the action of Mars can be employed as a defender and preserver of the Higher Self, thus ensuring our best possible chances to complete our ‘soul mission’ here on earth.

Mars does this whole ‘defender-of-the-self’ thing regardless of whether we know our ‘higher purpose’ or not. The little warrior within becomes immediately aroused and inflamed for action whenever we feel threatened on any level. The potential for destruction through aggression and war must not be underestimated when Mars is under stress.

MARS IN RETROGRADE: Oct 30, 2022 - Jan 12, 2023.
Transiting Mars spends an average of 8 weeks in each sign. However, during retrograde periods, Mars could spend up to 7 months in one sign, applying particular intensity to the affairs governed by that sign and its dispositor. In this case, Mars spends its full retrograde period in the sign of Gemini, ruled by Mercury.

Mars enters its retrograde shadow at 8°Ge08′ on September 3, 2022, turning retrograde on October 30, 2022, at 25°Ge37’. Mars turns direct on January 12, 2023, leaving his retrograde shadow on March 15th, 2023.

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What can we expect?
When Mars turns retrograde, his fiery energies are directed inwards. We start to reflect back on events or incidents where we feel we failed to act, assert or defend ourselves appropriately.

During the retrograde period, any significant event – whether recent or historical – could become the trigger to our ego becoming suppressed, twisted, distorted, denied or betrayed. In any sense, we are reminded of times when we have let ourselves down by not asserting ourselves suitably. Conflicts during this period could instigate an intensely personal journey as our inner warrior seeks to restore his connection to the Higher Self.

Look to points/planets in your chart activated by Mars between 8°08′ and 25°37′ in mutable signs (Gemini, Virgo, Sagittarius, Pisces) as potential sources of conflict.

Mars in Gemini highlights our capacity to talk ourselves out of a situation or at least find out the facts before we choose to take action. We are easily aroused into an argument and prone to point-scoring using well-timed, cutting observations, wit and sarcasm.

During his retrograde, we may be internally driven to reflect upon past efforts and instances where we have felt unsuccessful in upholding boundaries by using our logic, reason and words. We may start to ruminate upon matters in which we have not been diligent in applying our minds. Rather than asserting ourselves outwardly, we might be seething internally with the fires of regret, embarrassment, self-reproach and suppressed anger.

Motivated by an incentive for personal retribution or ‘setting matters straight’, those affected by this ‘backwards’ transit might be tempted to make a valiant but ill-timed attempt to ‘correct’ any past actions that did not sit well.

What could go wrong?
Typically, the less consciously we react under the impulse to ‘right the wrongs’, the more we appear to others as either coming on too strong, too late, or driven by totally disproportionate means, gestures and desired results.

Unfortunately, a square to stationing Mars from Neptune only distorts this process.

Under such unwelcome circumstances, amid facing further rejection, as if sensing the danger of humiliation or defeat, we quickly pull back, retreating yet deeper into an inward state of anger and disgust with ourselves. In this, we may become exasperatingly trapped in a recurring spiral of self-condemnation and discontent.

Familiar with such cycles? Perhaps you were born with a retrograde Mars yourself.

During the next few weeks, it is this process which needs to be checked since individuals who become prone to act in this mode are most inclined to express Mars energy in a subjectively desperate, wild, and hostile manner, exhibiting all sorts of destructive behaviour, particularly upon themselves or even towards their own kind."

[onawah]

BLOOD MOON - THE TOTAL LUNAR ECLIPSE at 16º00' Taurus
Standing on the Precipice of A New Earth
Ang Stoic
11/6/22
https://angstoic.substack.com/p/blood-moon-the-total-lunar-eclipse?utm_source=substack&utm_medium=email

"The second Blood Moon of 2022, and third in 18 months, will occur on November 8, at 16º00’ Taurus. It will be the last Blood Moon we will see until 2025.

The event can be viewed in the early morning night skies from Asia, Australia, North America, north-eastern Europe, and most of South America.

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What is a ‘Blood Moon’
A Blood Moon is just another name for a total lunar eclipse. During a lunar eclipse, the Earth intercedes the Sun’s rays upon the Full Moon. At around the eclipse's peak (11:03 UTC), the Full Moon's usual glow becomes completely obscured by the earth's shadow as it sweeps across it. Because the Moon will appear to turn reddish-orange for one hour and 25 minutes, emitting a rusty bronze light, this rare, ominously eerie lunation is called a "Blood Moon".

There are also a couple of celestial bonuses in this eclipse—the appearance of Uranus and the possibility of “shooting stars” as the Southern and Northern Taurid meteor showers present bright, colourful “fireballs” around the Moon during totality. With the light of the Moon dulled during totality, Uranus will likely be revealed very close to it, and, weather permitting, you may easily spot it using binoculars or a telescope.

From Asia and Alaska, the eclipsed Moon will also form an occultation to Uranus, obscuring it entirely from view for a brief period before it reappears on the other side.

However, these are mere bonus sights to the main event. A Full Moon turning red right before our eyes is the celestial event of 2022 and not something you want to miss.

The Astrology of the Taurus Lunar Eclipse
Full Moons & Lunar Eclipses
A lunar eclipse is technically a Full Moon, when the energies of the Sun (consciousness) and Moon (instincts) become diametrically opposed during their monthly synodic cycle.

The opposition marks a peak, culmination, fulfilment and ending to their relationship, allowing us to consciously examine habits and unconscious patterns in our lives. Specific areas of importance become points of contention, usually through our various relationships in our world, allowing us to confront what is working and what is not and determine what must stay or go.

Lunar eclipses are not ordinary Full Moons. Their alignment to the Moon’s Nodal Axis - a celestial point indicating where divine energies enter (North Node) and exit (South Node) our lives - adds a remarkably spiritual quality to key events. Also, the scope of influence of eclipses extends beyond their usual lunar month, affecting the tone and feel of much of our year, especially if it forms significant aspects to personal planets/points in our natal chart. Its accompanying Solar eclipse places a distinct impact upon themes described more succinctly by the relationship to the Moon’s Nodal Axis.

A NN Lunar Eclipse in Taurus ushers in a surge of fixed-earth celestial energy, strengthening our psychic intuition and spiritual insight into material matters we instinctively wish to hold and maintain. Sacred places, the soil, the psycho-sexual body, and all physical Earth matters, become magnified or magnetised. This sensitivity can be either healing or unsettling as profound new energies are introduced into our lives and relationships, helping us shift our attitudes and values toward these things.

In one sense, this lunation highlights where we have been inclined to be overly preoccupied with gratifying our material and physical needs, our concerns with money matters and indulging our sensual pleasures. Over the recent months, as the intensity of this eclipse has been building, we have seen where we have become too attached or stuck, developing inertia, letting the stubborn build-up of tension become intolerable until it has begun to affect us in ways which are extremely de­structive to our soul-growth.

Brooding in self-pity, wallowing in low self-esteem or negativity about our interpersonal inadequacies could result in unsatisfying relationships and even degrading sexual conduct, which leaves us feeling soul-starved and even more at the mercy of our unsatisfied carnal desires.

Finding easy ways to fulfil or sublimate frustrated sexual energies can become channelled into strange compulsions, addictions, or perverted into perfunctory ways to manipulate others into conforming to our will. During this period, it would be an understatement to say that we are prone to monstrous interper­sonal conflicts because of our inability to fulfil or resolve obsessive desires.

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The Fixed Dilemma
The transiting Nodes cyclically recede through the horoscope over a period of 18 and a half years. Themes around the transiting Nodal Axis in the fixed signs of Taurus/Scorpio will prevail throughout the period of January 2022 - July 2023.

Essentially, this alignment serves as a powerful reminder to humanity to distinguish between the words 'want' and 'need’. In the quest for greater emotional security and control, we forget that our universe's abundance is so great that we will always have what we need. In our obsession to horde absolute power, wealth and control over the earth, its people and resources, we often lose sight that we, as individuals and as a collective, possess and are surrounded by everything we need at all times.

As our internal attitude toward everything becomes increasingly insecure and clutching, the exterior responds by filling our daily lives with new emergencies. Increasingly, we experience one crisis building upon the next, like an avalanche, assembling such a heavy downpour of conflict that our entire existence becomes reduced to its most basic struggle for survival. We must learn temperance, calmness and contentment for what is both within and without and move away from the evils of bitterness, resentment, obsession and lust for domination and control over things we do not own.

Other Planetary influences to this Lunation
When we examine the eclipse chart below, we can see the Sun/Moon opposition (Full Moon), aligned along the fixed Nodal axis (☊/☋), with other planets. A square from Saturn forms a tight T-Square dynamic.

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The cluster of planets at the Scorpio South Node (☋), indicates an urgency to relinquish the wilful intensity of the Scorpio Sun (☉) flanked closely to either side by the fanatical thinking of Mercury (☿) and the compulsive attraction of Venus (♀).

A strong desire to possess, merge and dominate interests seems more of a reactive impulse to past insecurities. As individuals and as a species, we carry collective traumas. We are deeply scarred with memories of transgenerational abuses, violations, abandonment and enslavement, which now, like wounded animals, leave us most prone to vengefulness and deadly rage towards anyone who poses the slightest threat.

All this is reflected clearly in the opposing Moon, exalted in Taurus at the North Node (☊), whose usually vacillating moods are grounded in stable earth as she transits in conjunction with Uranus (economic reversals, upsets, breakthroughs, revolutions). However, we will lose sight of this at some point due to the Earth’s intercedence.

A semi-square from Jupiter in Pisces (altruism) to Uranus (fighting spirit, moral indignation, upsets) evenly separates them from the square to Saturn, also in fixed Aquarius (formal systems of regulation and control).

Here, in this fixed, tightly-knit T-square, resides enough residual tension and wilful determination to destroy the entire planet, and we know it. Trigger planet Mars, now retrograde in Gemini, is still slow, for weeks now appearing stationary in the night skies. The fiery warrior god’s sustained sextile to scorned sister Eris (seeking to exact revenge, comeuppance) is held in check by a wide trine to Saturn and tight quincunx to Pluto. Most disturbing is his square to Neptune (desire to harm, cheat, misuse or abuse others).

There are few redeeming qualities about this chart beside a few trines from Neptune, which I will discuss later. Something hugely disastrous threatens to happen, which many of us may not like, but are somewhat contributing toward with our thinly cloaked anger.

Synthesis and Context
What is undoubtedly true at this present time is that the world is undergoing a profound shift. We feel it in our bodies, minds, hearts and souls. We see evidence of it all around us.

Preparing for monumental change requires first recognising and integrating the various concerns of our times. Our culture is mired with warnings and cautions, congregating crises are coming to a point of singularity, where floods, hurricanes, global pandemics, extreme climate chaos, political kakistocracy, corporate greed, expansionistic wars and escalating militarization, economic collapse, and all forms of intolerance now plague our Earth.

Considering all the inherent contradictions, it would appear impossible to reconcile them. For a change to come through, the rot that has turned this world into shambles must first collapse and die away. Like all decay, this could take anything from a few months to decades. The collapse will not occur within 10 to 15 minutes of violent outbreaks, as seen in an apocalyptic disaster movie. However, this is not out of the question with thermonuclear weapons being bandied.

History shows that dynastic collapses occur over decades, sometimes hundreds of years. The Roman and Ottoman Empires took about 300 years to collapse. The cultural and economic demise of the British and United States Empires is arguably already happening and is inevitable. The necessary elements for destruction, helpful in clearing the toxic debris of the past, are now in play to clear the way for the future. We must only look to the leaders for confirmation that things are beyond salvageable.

How did we get here, and what is happening now? What can we do to brace ourselves and our families for future impacts? How do we break down our illusions of a world that keep us entrenched in broken systems that we unconsciously replicate globally and generationally?

The first conscious decision is to understand how this system works because we are all affected by it. Saturn in Aquarius underscores fixed ideology as a background condition of prevailing structures. As soon as we say we are not political, care about economics, or claim not to hold an ideology, we become part of somebody else's fixed ideology.

When we begin to understand what is happening, we awaken to a deep sense of angst, anxiety, and overwhelm. We endeavour to maintain some degree of ambiguity, manage the grief, accommodate the system's broader ambitions for total power and control, and attempt to take it seriously enough to do the work but not so seriously that we become paralysed by it.

Those who feel powerless or feel like their life doesn't have meaning are not getting the message. Right now, we have the opportunity to be more in power and do more meaningful things than ever in the history of humanity. The challenge is facing our fears and uncertainties about doing what we already know we need to do deep in our bodies. We have all the wit, skill, power and resources already available to us to make the change. We just feel incapable of taking the first step because every direction feels like a dead end or leads us back to a converging super-crisis.

"To argue with a man who has renounced the use and authority of reason, and whose philosophy consists in holding humanity in contempt, is like administering medicine to the dead, or endeavouring to convert an atheist by scripture."

~ Thomas Paine, The American Crisis

In times of profound change, the most open-minded, innovative and adaptable shall inherit the Earth. Those willing to learn and grow discover themselves perfectly equipped to deal with a world that no longer exists. All that’s required is to risk taking the first step in trusting that the universe, which is abundant and loving, is always going to provide us with everything necessary to complete our mission.

Oppression, discrimination, and injustice continue to plague marginalised groups in a very real way every day. We have to identify the structural issues in the form of mutual understanding. We can't change the past. We cannot reverse the historical trauma and pain we suffer. All we can change is how we frame the past; consider the past in our minds; how we feel the past in every cell in our bodies. That's where forgiveness and compassion come in.

Collective and historical traumas stemming from war, poverty, genocide, and slavery manifest in our everyday lives and immediate communities. Over recent years, we have seen the epidemic discharge of these toxic internal ills become outwardly projected globally. It is through our individual struggles and interpersonal conflicts that our work begins.

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Understanding our own part in historical oppression and planetary destruction allows us to step up, heal ourselves, and support a means to envision a path forward collectively. This healing paves the way for regenerating hope, redesigning values, and, ultimately, rebuilding a new Earth and sustainable, self-governing societies. We have all the necessary skills, insights and technologies; we need only to discover how to apply them without inflicting suffering for profit or false security.

In Tibetan folklore, the Shambhala prophecy says that:
"There will come a time when all life on Earth is in danger. Barbarian powers will have arisen. Although they waste their wealth in preparations to annihilate each other, they have much in common: weapons of unfathomable devastation and technologies that may destroy the world. It is now, when the future of all beings hangs by the frailest of threads, that the kingdom of Shambhala emerges.

The kingdom of Shambhala is not a geopolitical place but a place that exists in the hearts and minds of the Shambhala worker. These workers wear no particular uniform nor have titles or ranks. They have no particular workplace, as their work is everywhere. In fact, they look just like the barbarians on the outside, but they hold the kingdom of Shambhala on the inside.

Now the time comes when great courage - intellectual, moral and spiritual - is required of the Shambhala workers. The time comes when they must go into the very heart of the barbarian power, into the tall buildings, offices, factories and citadels of learning where the weapons of destruction are made - to dismantle them."

By the end of this year, and as a divine response to the dire circumstances we face now, a new army of warriors will have begun to emerge. One might call them healing warriors endowed with two chief weapons. The first one is insight, the ability to look inside. That's where self-forgiveness comes from. The second is compassion. It's these two valuable tools that are key right now if we're going to begin to heal ourselves, our communities, and our planet.

We don't know exactly what is coming, but we do know that we will always need food, and we will always need energy. The more we can build up our local self-reliance and basic needs, the safer we'll be in an unknown future. The Taurus North Node eclipse tells us that the one thing that people must do is become self-reliant and support each other locally by buying local food and locally produced energy. In building local self-reliance, we get to know our community better, reinforcing stability, security and abundance.

There is also a necessity for civil disobedience. We must cease to support those who do not represent us or demonstrate that they have our interests and our family's interests in mind. It's clear that this is becoming a struggle for life on Earth. Being 'in community' doesn't mean we need to join an ecovillage or leave the place where we live; rather, we redefine what community means to us by getting involved. This may seem implausible at a time when we are fed up with others and their kooky ideologies. However, a monumental event or series of catastrophes may convince us that we are each in this for ourselves and that we can seriously follow no self-serving or distant 'leader'.

Harmonious aspects from Neptune in Pisces highlight that regardless of our spiritual beliefs, we need a solid personal practice to carry us across the waters of profound change. Spiritual responsibility is essential in our present transition and the emerging global consciousness of Oneness. In these very toxic times, extra vigilance, attentiveness, and mindfulness are required to stay true to one's deepest purpose in this minefield of exploitation and greed.

Sadly, even a lot of spirituality has become tainted either by profit, loss, and commercialism or foggy wishful thinking and self-deception. Practising a prayer or meditation that reconnects us to our sacred inner self - that part that can never be corrupted or defiled - our divine core, our heart of hearts, or 'solar centre' is most important.

Over the course of this year, we will see how these eclipses will have done much to clear away past hurt, baggage and rubble, making way for a new earth.

This refinement process, this setting of your intention, must be practised and repeated many, many times, like a mantra. Making your intention known is the more significant part of your becoming. When you put forth your intention, there's very little else you have to do. The casting of intention goes out and makes results happen. Your role here is to remain keenly aware, patiently expectant, and open to all possibilities."

[onawah]

"Blowing Hot and Cold" - The FULL MOON at 16°02' GEMINI: Thursday December 8, 2022, 04:09 UTC
Ang Stoic
12/5/22
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"Please note: The following interpretation is based on the Tropical Zodiac, consistent with western astrological practice.
An astrological dissertation of current themes, as highlighted by this lunation.

If Full Moons indicate times of conflicts and climaxes, the Gemini culmination of this particular Sadge lunar cycle will undoubtedly be felt by many as a considerably heated one.

For those observing the night skies in parts of North America and Europe just 9 minutes after the Full Moon (04:08 UTC) on December 8, you may also witness the Full Moon pass in front of Mars, a phenomenon known as an occultation. An occultation of Uranus occurs three days earlier (Dec 5).

According to The Old Farmer's Almanac, a Full Moon that rises during one of the longest nights of the year (or shortest in the Southern Hemisphere) is called the "Moon Before Yule," in honour of the pagan festival of the Sun's passing into the Capricorn Solstice (December 22). These days, it's known as a "Cold Moon", a name that describes the frigid conditions of this time of year.

Exact at 16°02' Gemini, this “Cold Moon” will be the last Full Moon of 2022, and its conjunction to “Red Hot” Mars suggests that our most personal affairs could “blow hot & cold”, in case you have not already noticed in the days leading up to this event.

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The Full Moon Phenomenon
The lunation cycle observes the key synodic phases between our luminaries, Sun and Moon. The Sun (spirit/ego/father) is our earth's nearest and brighter star, while the Moon (soul/cellular body/mother) is our closest celestial object. Astrologically, the synodic cycle illuminates and shadows our most intimately personal evolution. The Moon acts as a mediatrix, catering to our ego needs, gently and uniformly distributing the solar potential (spiritual nourishment and energy) to where it is required.

At New Moon, when the Sun and Moon reset, we experience the spiritual-solar emanation of ‘seed ideas’ or ‘intentions’ - spiritual entities that are emanated into the universe whenever the spirit sees a need for them. Two weeks later, at the Full Moon, when the Sun and Moon are diametrically opposite with the earth in the centre, we experience the manifestation of those seed ideas as an organic fulfilment of those personal needs, be they through cells or personalities.

In this way, the Moon serves both Earth (physical self) and Sun (spirit self), softly releasing the light of the Sun and nourishing the organic and psychic ego needs of all earthly creatures.

Hence, Full Moons mark the climactic peak of the lunation cycle when psycho-mental energies are most divergent. In the negative sense, Full Moons stress an irreconcilable enmity between solar and lunar forces by their most extreme lack of affinity. In the most positive sense, the Full Moon distinguishes the highest possible manifestation of a new vision, a revelation, a sense of fulfilment and revived purpose in our affairs.

Since the Sun changes zodiac signs every 30 days, the emphasis of our attention shifts gradually through each facet of our horoscope, allowing us to experience ourselves in every aspect.

The Sagittarius-Gemini Dichotomy
In Sagittarius, the Sun imbues all life with a passionate desire to explore vaster mental horizons and worlds foreign to its traditional habitats and limitations.

The desire is to expand, to know more, and deal with the bigger issues, often with some degree of zeal and enthusiasm and usually in terms of purely abstract, general principles or concepts.

However, this desire to expand may lack a sense of proportion and realism, requiring a sense of perspective; a reference point that provides a constructive form to our concepts and abstractions.

The Gemini Moon assists with providing this baseline most objectively. In Gemini, Luna shows us where we tend to scatter our energies, pursue too many interests, and try to incorporate too many ideas or people into our life. At this Full Moon, we may start to notice how, in our restlessness and longing to know more, we tend to flit from one pursuit or idea to another, often exhibiting careless or sloppy behaviours, only superficially grasping each endeavour.

Others may show up to tell us where we become too carried away with ourselves, our theories, or incoherent stories, trying to gain control over our reality by logic, substituting hypotheses for real experience, or philosophis­ing endlessly about mundane happenings that carry no relevance or provide no meaning to the way we live our lives.

Conflicts occur when we focus too much on inconsequential matters or become lost in higher conceptual realms that bear no relation to our day-to-day lives.

By polar opposition, the Gemini Moon seeks to help us apply and disperse the wisdom gained from the Sagittarius Sun and form a simple, succinct singleness of purpose that allows us to make constructive daily choices and integrate our experiences in a way that enables us to perceive, formulate and convey our ideas more effec­tively.

As the Sun/Moon energies stand apart, back-and-forth communication intensifies. The more we engage in passionate discussions with others, the more we are challenged to articulate and explain our theories clearly and in a cohesive way.

To this effect, the Gemini Full Moon ensures that our Sagittarian wisdom is true, credible and applicable to our day-to-day lives. Through our intellectual exchanges, we are presented with the ultimate reality check, and full accountability is expected to prevent us from becoming lost in lofty abstractions and higher-level concepts irrelevant to our everyday circumstances.

Of course, if we are not making sense, we should expect a swift, unbiased rebuke that puts us firmly in our place. If we deny or avoid this need for veracity, we may exasperate those we most seek to impress, losing credibility, trust or the expressed interest of others.

Planetary Aspects to this Lunation
At this point, warrior god Mars has been transiting Gemini since August 20, moving retrograde on October 20. This phenomenon has effectively heated up this highly intellectual constellation for nearly 4 months.

As the Moon enters this mutable/air sign, it personalises any mental activity and aggression into our intimate discussions. Intellectual exchanges, arguments and debates, feisty agreements and heated disagreements become increasingly common.

During Mars's sustained square to Neptune (Oct-Nov), we have developed considerable sensitivity in our defensiveness. Our tendency for argumentativeness and irritability has created significant stress. We have seen the proliferation of outspoken critics on sensitive topics, touchy media activists, and reactive journalists expressing a great deal of restlessness and unease about what they believe to be distorted facts, misinformation, and propaganda. In many cases, this has been met with equally distorted critique, absurd assertions, protestation and condemnation.

By now, the somewhat disoriented Mars' near exact conjunction with the Full Moon only triggers strongly reactive feelings, which can manifest as anger, tamper tantrums, and other emotional eruptions due to sentiments of being cheated, lied to or misused.

The Moon’s occultation of Mars hints at a blocked vitality and vexation bristling to be released.

Mars is out-of-bounds, meaning his force is potentially wild and unruly.

Mars is also retrograde, so his otherwise explicit energy is internalised; highly subjectified (modified or affected by personal views, experiences, or motives).

The culminating Moon's activation of Mars indicates someone harbouring repressed anger or resentment is now likely to find expression.

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As a result of venting bottled-up, convoluted mental anger, we may lose sight of caution and common sense, prompting all kinds of audacious campaigns for our own boutique brand of ‘causes’, staging unusual comebacks from debilitating circumstances. All this may be justified by the actor. Sadly, an occulted, out-of-bounds, retrograde Mars in Gemini commonly symbolises the worked-up purveyor of pseudo-intellectual nonsense.

Many ideologically unsound issues are possibly coming to a head now. Finding innovative solutions to settle long-held grievances and disputes is possible but must be treated gingerly and prudently. We must not assume to know the answers.

Harmonious aspects from Chiron and Eris suggest there is enough capacity to empathically listen to those who feel hurt, ideologically wounded, sidelined or shut out of the discussion and understand their pain.

Much can be accom­plished when we treat these complex energies with foresight, wisdom and compassion. On the other hand, selfish, irritable, hasty reactions, mixed with a refusal to find common ground, leads to greater alienation, retribution and even war due to irreconcilable differences over fundamental values and beliefs.

Other Planetary Influences
The ongoing tensions from squares between Pluto/Eris and Saturn/Uranus have been discussed at length in previous articles and recapped here in our latest Cosmic Bus episode.

Mercury squares Jupiter here and, as co-rulers of this lunation, indicates that the hive of ideas is too ambitious or grandiose for realisation. Mercury’s activation of the contentious Saturn/Uranus midpoint is strong, meaning radical ideas and those who champion them find it hard to implement with enough practical detail to be helpful.

Under these transits, it appears the proponents to change and reform is not well organised enough, lacking the necessary balance and realism to be adequately convincing with their concepts and opinions. They are acting too recklessly, lack maturity, usually in too much of a hurry, wanting to implement great things before they have persuaded all stakeholders who may be sceptical, promising more than they can deliver.

Mentally, we can tend to attempt things beyond our capacities. Something is not sitting well when the conscious mind is at odds with our gut feeling. We may lack com­mon sense and proportion in our thinking, coming off too bombastic, rude and reckless, and despite our best intentions, lose favour in any encounter.

“Fools rush in where angels fear to tread” is the general maxim here, and those who speak without thinking or make agreements/sign contracts without checking the fine print will generally come to regret their actions at this time.

Context and Synthesis
Since the November 26 New Moon, the world has seen massive anti-government protests over allegations of human rights violations in Iran and China against COVID-19 lockdowns, with remarkable anger spilling into the streets against hardline regimes.

There has also been considerable upset in the world of information-sharing media platform Twitter around censorship, with massive staff layoffs and the reinstatement of controversial influencers such as Donald Trump, Kanye West (now “Ye”), Jordan Peterson, Marjorie Taylor Greene (all Geminis) and Andrew Tate (Sagittarian). Singer Ye later went on an ‘offensive campaign’, eventually prompting permanent suspension from Twitter and losing massive corporate sponsors for his inflammatory conduct.

During a debate on whether to trust the mainstream media (Nov 30), outspoken commentator Douglas Murray and veteran reporter Matt Taibbi triumphed over their opponents, persuading a significant audience segment to give up faith in an institution they claim to be hopelessly biased.

Matt Taibi was also instrumental in the audacious release by Elon Musk of the “Twitter files” on how and why Twitter employees blocked The NY Post’s 2020 bombshell story about ‘Hunter Biden’s laptop’.

Other Silicon Valley darlings have been revealed not to be prodigious geniuses of our time, with FTX’s Sam Bankman-Fried single-handedly crashing the entire crypto market and Elizabeth Holmes of Theranos being sentenced to 11 years for fraud.

The last two weeks have seen many public instances demonstrating brazen defiance of official narratives by 'trusted' authorities and institutions. Misinformation and skewed thinking from all angles have created vast gaps between what we wish to believe and what we really must hear.

No matter where one stands, the basis of any ideological unrest, whether moral, ethical, legal, philosophical, or religious in principle, enough reactive anger and convulsive clashes are commonplace. Ironically these escalating disturbances are struggling to restore balance and symmetry.

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Regrettably, any Sun/Moon imbalance involving Mars presents a situation where we often perceive life as a threat, we find peoples' ideas challenging, and we are motivated to fight others for sovereignty and personal dominance, usually adopting a combative and assertive stance in an attempt to prove our self-worth. It is almost inevitable that intermittent arguments, dissension, and heated conflict will ensue due to rash expression of ill-understood beliefs, a clash of inner energies that attempt to either/both reconcile or break apart an argument, often through a clever show of intellectual strength.

Under this ‘hot/cold’ Moon, this competitiveness may not bring us much peace, but we must acknowledge that it is usually our own aggressive vibration that tends to attract similar types of people and power struggles, whether at work or home life. If you give crazy attention, crazy gets crazier.

To avoid conflict and disillusionment, we may need to adjust our expectations of others. It's best to accept a more realistic appreciation of the diversity of our ideas and beliefs rather than fuelling ongoing conflicts by not considering the feelings and needs of others.

Dealing With Anger
Let us acknowledge that anger is a normal human emotion that can be reasonable and effective in certain situations, such as when we feel threatened with injury or harm. However, difficulty controlling our anger can cause problems and negatively affect our professional and personal relationships.

Whilst negatively expressed anger impacts our external relationships, repressing it affects our health. Unexpressed anger has been linked to heart disease, bulimia, diabetes, and road accidents. People with serious anger management issues should seek professional treatment.

Several factors contribute to anger, including mental/emotional instability, depression, substance abuse and alcoholism. Social influences may include financial or professional problems, family issues, stress or anxiety in work or home environments. Our capacity to forgive can be a powerful tool that we can employ to significantly reduce anger and lead to finding a sustainable solution to our issues.

Synopsis
We live in a world governed by archaic, anachronistic control structures and questionable systems of disseminating views and ideas. Understandably, we may rise angrily to assert ourselves against these, be they parents, teachers, clerics, bosses or leaders, because we feel they do not listen.

Reform is happening, but too slowly for some, it seems. We must learn to test out and apply new techniques and innovations to defend true freedom of speech, discourse, and debate and fairly regulate its use and misuse. Our words can be powerful and must be held or expressed responsibly. In any event, seismic progress in this area is inevitable because the Uranian influence upon Saturn in Aquarius is irrepressibly unconquerable, albeit hugely disruptive.

In the meantime, there will always be someone trying to strip down our ethical standpoint and skewer our sacred cows, especially when we continue to perceive life in black-and-white terms. In a climate where many people feel constrained and afraid to express themselves, willing to believe anything they're told and never question the external narrative, contentious disputes are likely to lead to horrible dissent, discord and even war.

We should engage with social causes and pressure groups under this Full Moon, where we can put our partisan approach and abundant energy to constructive use. Peace, love, and universal understanding will always prevail if we maintain a balanced perspective on our beliefs and attitudes, celebrate a diversity of opinion, and not try to convert others by forceful proselytizing or dogmatic expression.

Many blessings, and enjoy this glorious Full Moon xx"

[onawah]

“Keeping It Real” – The NEW MOON at 01°33′ CAPRICORN, Friday December 23, 10:18 UTC
December 23, 2022
https://angstoic.com/2022/12/keeping-it-real-the-new-moon-at-0133-capricorn-friday-december-23-1018-utc/

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"Greetings, friends and happy Yuletide. While Christmas and New Year’s celebrations are typically associated with religious observances, family gatherings, and parties, it seems that the last three years with Saturn in Aquarius have dampened the spirit of these occasions.

Though not official, this appears to be the first post-Covid-19 Xmas, meaning we can finally return to celebrating with loved ones without the need for masks, vaccine documentation, and social distancing measures. Despite this, many people may feel disenchanted by the holiday season, either because of the past few years’ events or simply because of the lack of excitement or novelty in following traditional holiday rituals.

Whether you feel uneasy with religious ceremonies, overwhelmed by the holiday’s commercialisation, feel pressured to conform to certain expectations or traditions that do not align with your personal values, tired of the same routine year after year, or are unable to participate in the holiday due to personal circumstances such as financial struggles, family conflicts, or feelings of loneliness – you may notice one thing for sure this year – things are different.

In addition to its challenges, it’s important to note that this New Moon, which falls just a day after the Solstice, may dredge up some harsh energies. Ruled by Saturn, the Capricorn lunation stirs up our most negative emotions like melancholy, pessimism and fear, as well as materialism, stinginess, and mistrust. Our more cynical side might err on the side of caution, control, and self-denial, which could lead to feelings of rigidity or repression. A drive towards ambition, power, and success also generates a sense of pressure or competitiveness.

The news isn’t all bad, though! The positive qualities of Capricorn, such as its ability to ground us with some hardnose realism and practicality, remind us of our social obligations, and a strong sense of diligence and responsibility are also present and help mitigate some of the harsher aspects to this Cardinal/Earth lunation.

During this New Moon, the square to Jupiter at the World Axis (0º Aries) suggests significant conflicts in the decrees of power and authority, as well as dilemmas and difficult choices. These challenges may be both personal and social, and the decisions we make now could have long-term consequences. It is essential to consider our values and act in accordance with our moral code, as this will shape our lives and potentially affect larger structures such as government, business, and the economy. This is a time of significant change and development on a global level.

It’s important to remember that everyone experiences and celebrates in their own way, and it’s okay to feel disenchanted with the holiday if it does not bring joy or fulfilment. As we are learning to question the spiritual and moral significance of everything, it is also important to be understanding and respectful of others’ experiences and feelings towards the holiday, whatever their beliefs.

On this New Moon, it is crucial to focus our intention on what we can control and be responsible for, rather than getting caught up in misleading or superficial matters. We should ensure that our words and actions are based on solid foundations, not fleeting or changing circumstances. The Capricorn lunation will test our commitment to our values and beliefs.

Are we taking the easy way out, or are we willing to stand up for what we believe in by acting responsibly and bearing the consequences for our actions? It is not only our right but our moral imperative to seek and uphold the truth and to live authentically in accordance with it.

All kinds of challenges are endemic to this lunation.

Thank you for your support to keep this work independent, and I wish you many blessings for the holidays and a wonderful New Moon xx"

[onawah]

MERCURY RETROGRADE: Harnessing the Energy of the Winged Messenger
Unlocking the Power of Mercury Retrograde; Understanding its Role in Mind, Communication, and Personal Alchemy
12/29/22
Ang Stoic
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"Mercury is a planet known for its quick orbit around the Sun with a period of only 88 days. From Earth, we see that it never appears more than 28 degrees from the Sun. Mercury can only occupy the same or an adjacent zodiac sign as the Sun. In astrology, this is significant because it helps us understand Mercury's role in transmitting the Sun's main message to us. During its retrograde periods, we have the opportunity to examine and review these messages more closely.

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In mythology, Mercury was the androgynous winged messenger god who ruled over communication and the mind. His name, derived from the Roman god Mercurius, is the equivalent of the Greek god Hermes. He is depicted in classical literature as a trickster, psychopomp, facilitator of transitions and the official scribe of alchemical transmissions.

One of the defining features of Mercury’s operation throughout the year is its frequent periods of retrograde movement, during which it appears to move backwards in the sky. These periods are seen as times when usual communication and transportation may be disrupted, but also as an opportunity for introspection and review. By understanding and harnessing the energy of Mercury during its retrograde cycle, we can gain a different perspective and make necessary adjustments to our thoughts and processes.

Mastering Mercury involves understanding its complex symbolism and utilising its energies effectively. Whether it is through communication, decision-making, or articulate expression, Mercury can help us to navigate the world around us and cleverly implement skills and processes to achieve our goals. By honing our aptitudes in focused areas, we can streamline our mental awareness and perception, ultimately facilitating greater self-evolution.

THE RETROGRADE
Mercury retrograde is a phenomenon that appears to cause the planet Mercury to move backwards in its orbit. This is an optical illusion that is caused by the relative positions of Earth, Mercury, and the Sun.

From a geocentric (earth-centred) astrological perspective, when Mercury is retrograde, it is observed to have a particular influence on the mind and communication. During this time, people may experience delays, misunderstandings, and a need to backtrack, to re-do or re-think things. It is suggested that this period is a natural time of rest and introspection and recognising and utilising this time can be beneficial in terms of personal growth and the development of ideas.

The concept of Mercury retrograde is multifaceted and involves examining not only our ability to receive information but also what we do with that information once it is processed and assimilated in our minds. Mercury symbolises the ability to formulate and articulate ideas and to use words as symbols to translate sensory perceptions into concepts. In this way, Mercury represents the human mind's capacity to interpret reality and, conversely, to translate symbols into facts.

When Mercury is direct, the mind operates on a straightforward, functional level and there is little time for retrospection. Energy is expended in productive activities and the contemplative side is virtually on hold. This is a natural rhythm with no delay between what we perceive and how it is communicated. However, during the period of time that Mercury is retrograde, issues that have lain dormant for the three months prior may arise. This is seen as a time when much of the unconscious information that has been absorbed and stored starts to surface in a fashion specific to the needs of the individual and their own timing.

The retrogression of Mercury is viewed as an instinctive mental "down-time," which often sees us re-doing, re-thinking, re-organising, and re-associating. It is often a time of reflection and introspection, allowing a seed idea to undergo necessary lateral shifts to evolve into a concrete concept. This process is compared to the natural rhythm of sleep and the importance of recognising the need for unconsciousness and dream time. Without this recognition, the unconscious and conscious mind can become confused and it can be difficult to discern the real from the imagined.

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Symbolically, Mercury acts as our companion, guiding our journeys between the conscious and unconscious mind, and the Mercury retrograde cycle is viewed as the natural facilitator through this intermediary of "liminal space". Just as we recognise and utilise regulatory mechanisms such as days, years, seasons, time zones, and clocks, it is suggested that we should also recognise and utilise the ordering mechanism of Mercury retrograde.

Recognising and utilising natural states of rest, or mental stillness can be a powerful tool to aid in greater consciousness and personal development. An organic and holistic approach to astrology can be a valuable instrument for this process. Practising a meditative technique can assist us in achieving a greater sense of wholeness and stimulate the active emergence of latent or suppressed parts of our mind for conscious development.

Over time, in an attempt to eliminate chaos, human societies have increasingly cultivated their daily processes into highly organised systems. This has rapidly resulted in a mental disconnect from what is sacred and divorced culture and civilisation from nature and its rhythms. As we enter the digital age of AI and augmented reality, we see the danger of the human mind becoming hijacked, an instrument of distraction, distortion or oppression, dehumanising our connection to one another and our relationship to the divine essence. Hence, it is now more critical than ever to unplug our tools, switch off the usual, direct Mercurial processes and take some time out to reflect. During retrograde periods, we are reminded that in order to experience a greater affinity with reality, we must focus on restoring any broken connections to the natural rhythms and processes of the universe.

RETROGRADES IN EARTH
The next three Mercury periods will occur in Earth signs, the first being in Capricorn, (Dec 29 2022 - Jan 18 2023), then Taurus (April 21 2023 – May 14 2023), then Virgo (August 23 2023 – September 15 2023), with a fourth being a Sadge/Cap hybrid December 13, 2023 – January 1 2024)

The Earth element (Taurus, Virgo, Capricorn) relates to the houses that pertain to all facets of material worth, including money, self-esteem, working conditions, physical health, and other practical responsibilities. During Mercury's retrograde phase in an Earth sign, we become aware of the full potential of our resources and reassess our grasp on reality.

We may have to make changes in areas that resist change, specifically in how we relate to our bodies, jobs, and attitudes towards resources. Taking care of the fundamentals of life can liberate your spontaneity and relieve any guilt you might feel about not paying attention to them.

This is not necessarily an inspiring time, but it can be a productive time for dealing with practical matters and unfinished business, ultimately leading to advantageous returns. It is advised not to make major changes such as moving to a new place, quitting a job, or spending a lot of money during this phase. Do, however, look for opportunities to tie off loose ends and explore options that could be more satisfying on an ego level. Maintaining objectivity and approaching your assets and liabilities with a sense of detachment as if they belonged to someone else is essential.

Mercury Retrograde in Capricorn (Dec 29, 2022 - Jan 18, 2023)
During this period we are called to look at how our unchecked pursuit of status and material ambitions may result in a tendency towards avarice and the use of others for personal gain, regardless of the impact on human values. When the attainment of social status has become our primary focus, it potentially leads to the disregard of human values and other considerations.

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Mercury enters its retrograde shadow at 8° Capricorn 08′ on December 12, 2022, turning Rx on December 29 at 24° Capricorn 21′. It will turn direct on January 18, 2023, before finally exiting the Retrograde Zone on February 7, 2023.
We may need to take time out and put our responsibilities back into perspective. In your moments of meditation, observe what occupies the mind and attempt to place matters into a hierarchy of importance. Apply a logical, step-by-step approach, focusing on the order of efficiency and usefulness. You may have a fixed view on certain topics which causes you to struggle in including perspectives that fall outside of this view. You may also struggle to adapt your agenda to accommodate the plans of others. It may be beneficial to seek out someone who can help you expand your perspective and be more open to learning from others.

SPECIFIC AREAS TO CONSIDER (for each sign)
During the next two to three weeks, Mercury's station and retrograde in Capricorn will encourage you to reflect on the topics and issues that have been at the forefront of your mind and conversations since early December. This is an opportunity for each zodiac sign to improve their communication and thinking by aligning it more closely with their true nature. Here are some specific areas to consider:
[For a more personalised and in-depth look at your chart, Ang is available for private consultation, remotely via Zoom.]

ARIES:
Communication skills and inability to effectively express yourself in chosen career, communication issues or difficulties understanding those in authority need to be addressed. Avoid tendency towards instability or fickleness, develop intellect and capabilities, reflect on any negative characteristics or traits inherited from a parent and actively work to overcome them.

TAURUS:
Extending the mind through study, reading, travel, teaching or sharing of knowledge, being more open to a career in philosophy, law, writing, publishing, education, and public relations, adhering too rigidly to personal beliefs and overlooking opposing facts, potential conflicts with in-laws.

GEMINI:
The fascination with secrets and mysteries, preference to keep thoughts and motivations private, caution with contracts and inheritances, the potential for issues with relatives, respiratory or nervous system health issues, research and investigative work, tendency to remain aloof around subjects that may evoke strong emotions.

CANCER:
Sharing knowledge and seeking intellectual stimulation through social contact, projection or attracting unreliable partners, need for objectivity and detachment in long-term relationships, judgment and critical tendencies. Balance requires a sense of humour.

LEO:
Managing daily affairs and maintaining physical health, learning from body signals and responses, potential health problems related to stress and overactivity, and the need for mental engagement and movement at work. Coworkers and siblings may also cause conflict.

VIRGO:
The tendency to procrastinate and to prioritize personal interests over career goals, the fear of not making a lasting impression, a reluctance to accept responsibility and work hard to succeed, overcoming an aversion to facing real problems, developing gratitude for a supportive domestic environment, developing maturity and commitment to achieving your full potential.

LIBRA:
Inability to express emotions or deal with emotional issues due to early home conditioning, lack of physical closeness and emotional intimacy in the home because of an excessive emphasis on rational and practical thinking, confusion and misinterpretations, fear of boredom or stagnation, domestic conflicts or arguments, and the tendency to project mental characteristics or attitudes onto patriarchy or father figures.

SCORPIO:
A radicalised or non-traditional mindset resulting in learning difficulties, quarrels with siblings or neighbours, examining how early life experiences continue to impact present behaviour and beliefs, boredom, having a variety of interests but not necessarily disciplined in any, paying more attention to words and content rather than stylistic concerns.

SAGITTARIUS:
Developing knowledge and skills to increase earning potential, demonstrating or valuing creativity more to attract attention and opportunities, staying informed and learning even outside of formal training, being unyielding in views and resistant to others' suggestions or criticism, remaining open to communication with others, even when you disagree.

CAPRICORN:
Identifying the needs and expectations of the public, disregarding those who have played a vital role in your success, utilising communication skills and not underestimating/overestimating your own worth, not utilising creative talent and ideas is a disadvantage; responding to the needs of society and taking advantage of creative talent for the benefit of others.

AQUARIUS:
Exploring the unconscious to understand what drives actions and thoughts, building a bridge between the conscious and unconscious, reflecting on how your early life experiences or memories distort and obscure your interpretation of present events, sorting through and potentially discarding learned impressions and memories from the past, becoming lost and needing to be rescued.

PISCES:
Consideration and understanding of groups other than your own (if you belong to any), reliability and honesty in friendships, avoiding projecting thoughts and decision-making onto others, being open to different perspectives and experiences, working on communications and better understanding with siblings or in-laws. "

[onawah]

Mercury/Venus Conjunction in Capricorn: Navigating Chastity and Control in Pluto’s Patriarchal Society
December 30, 2022
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"MERCURY, now conjunct VENUS (free-flowing conversation), will now backtrack through patriarchal Capricorn, a sign known for its chastity and control – qualities which can be considered positive since they strengthen self-discipline, self-control, and self-respect.

For example, maintaining chastity is not only a fine way of demonstrating respect for one’s own body and others’ boundaries but also a great way of avoiding unwanted pregnancy or sexually transmitted infections.

Similarly, maintaining control over one’s thoughts, emotions, and actions may be regarded as an exemplary way of managing stress, avoiding risky or harmful behaviours, and making responsible decisions. After all, Capricorn works hard to preserve an impeccable character in the eyes of society – it’s what endows the cardinal/earth sign to pass arbitrary judgements.

However, it’s important to note that the idea of chastity and control as a social ideal can also be manipulated to justify oppressive or harmful practices, such as the repression of innate desires or the control of women’s bodies. With Pluto in Capricorn since 2008, one could argue that imposing those qualities has not only transformed our society into a puritanical state, but they have also become corrupted, often becoming the tools of tyranny and abuse.

In the coming weeks, Mercury will retrograde back to 8º08′ Capricorn- degrees Pluto has been transiting since the beginning of 2012, examining retrospectively the context in which the concepts of chastity and control have entered our collective psychology, raising questions about whether they are being used in a healthy, respectful, and consensual way."

[onawah]

VENUS IN PISCES (Jan 27-Feb 20)
January 28, 2023
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"Venus in Pisces reminds us that beauty and wonder are all around us in this world, often in the most indelibly simple and familiar places. We may become so caught up in our own ego complexities and pride that we fail to see it. This transit can induce us into wondrous states of heightened sensitivity and remarkable intuition, allowing us to tap into life’s deeper spiritual aspects. Venus, exalted through this mystical sign, reminds us that true fulfilment and understanding cannot be found through external means such as material pursuits and exotic lovers, but rather through connecting with our inner selves.

This transit can also inspire a yearning for spiritual awakening and elated self-discovery, but it’s important not to lose sight of the present moment and the beauty that already exists in our lives. Like roaming fish in unfamiliar waters, searching for schools of like-minded souls, or a human on a quest for some spiritual connection, we must learn to see that the answers we seek are often closer than we imagine.

ARIES/ARIES RISING:

Break free from the trap of trying to please everyone and focus on understanding your true self. Be clear about your needs and boundaries in relationships. By doing so, you’ll avoid complicated and unhappy situations. Embrace authenticity and honesty, even if it means making sacrifices for the truth. Remember that secret affairs can lead to negative consequences in the long run, so be mindful of your actions.

TAURUS/TAURUS RISING:

A heightened sense of idealism and empathy towards others could see you forming a special circle of buddies with whom to explore the exotic world of arts, music, and mysticism or seek out new spiritual experiences in magical faraway places. Avoid overextending yourself and prioritise self-care to maintain a healthy balance and avoid feeling pulled in too many directions. Set boundaries and say no to others, especially friends, if you find yourself being compromised, struggling to balance your own needs with the needs of those around you. If you are feeling out of your depth, trust your intuition and let it guide you towards opportunities for personal growth.

GEMINI/GEMINI RISING:

A perfect time for you to focus on improving your public image and achieving greater recognition for your unique talents. You may be working hard to further your career, particularly in areas where music, arts or media is involved. While you may be sensitive to criticism and rejection, it is essential to note that success and recognition take effort and hard work, and even a bit of a fight, if it comes along. Don’t let feelings of self-doubt and insecurity hold you back. Remember that fame and success come with a price, and be prepared to put in the work to achieve your goals.

CANCER/CANCER RISING:

Embrace your open-mindedness and let it guide you on a journey of self-discovery and cultural exploration. Your ability to connect with different cultures and perspectives can bring new opportunities and personal growth. While this may be a time of increased idealism in relationships, be sure to keep one foot grounded in reality and draw clear boundaries in order to avoid being exploited. During this time, broaden your horizons and learn more about the world around you. Remember to prioritise your own needs in all relationships, as they will serve you with a more balanced sense of fulfilment.

LEO/LEO RISING:

This is a time of profound emotional growth and self-discovery in your intimate relationships. Embrace the opportunity to explore taboo and unconventional forms of intimacy, and don’t be afraid to confront and work through any psychosexual issues or traumas that may be holding you back. Trust that even if a relationship ends, something even more profound and transformative is waiting for you. Empower yourself to take control of your emotional growth and open yourself up to new possibilities.

VIRGO/VIRGO RISING:

You may find yourself attracted to people; ie. prospective partners who possess a strong sense of empathy and compassion, just remember to set healthy boundaries in order to avoid feeling taken advantage of. Your heightened idealism in relationships may make it difficult for you to distinguish fantasy from reality, leading to false illusions or expectations of your partner. Be mindful of potential co-dependent relationships or long-distance affairs with someone from a different cultural background that may not live up to real-life expectations. Remember to prioritise your own well-being and not sacrifice yourself entirely for the sake of the relationship.

LIBRA/LIBRA RISING:

This is a time for you to tap into your natural ability to connect with others and use it to your advantage, particularly in your professional life. A heightened sense of compassion and intuition may lead to an easier-flowing understanding of your colleagues and coworkers, making it easier to form productive relationships and work as a team. However, it is important to not let your emotions take over and affect your performance. Set boundaries and find ways to balance your intuition with practicality. Remember to take care of your emotional well-being by finding ways to relax and release stress, such as yoga, meditation, or therapy. This will help you stay focused and motivated in your career pursuits while also maintaining a positive work-life balance.

SCORPIO/SCORPIO RISING:

Tap into your powerful emotions and express yourself through creative outlets. You may be attracted to fantasy and romance and may find yourself in a relationship with someone spiritual or artistic. Remember to balance your desire to merge your life with your partner’s with the need to maintain your own sense of self. Be mindful of the tendency to idealise your partners and have unrealistic expectations of them, as this can lead to disappointment. Remember to stay grounded in reality and avoid falling into controlling patterns of codependency.

SADGE/SADGE RISING:

Dive deep into your longing for nostalgia and reconnection to your roots. Allow yourself to create a dreamy sanctuary for yourself and your loved ones. Trust that these feelings are guiding you towards deeper self-discovery and understanding of your sense of belonging. Allow yourself to tap into your inner psyche through spiritual or mystical experiences. Be mindful of approaching any ‘experimentation’ with caution and prioritising your well-being when ‘journeying’.

CAPRICORN/CAPRICORN RISING:

You may find yourself feeling more in tune with your spiritual side during this Venus transit. Remember to keep things simple and focus on the present moment. Don’t let pride cloud your judgment; keep your eyes open for the signs of divinity that may be closer than you think. This could be a good time for introspection and self-discovery. Trust your instincts and let go of any preconceived notions of how your spiritual journey should look. You may be surprised by how easy it is to find inner peace and connection to a higher power when you let go of trying to control the outcome.

AQUARIUS/AQUARIUS RISING:

By applying augmented creativity and imagination in your financial and material pursuits, you may be drawn to new and unconventional ways of earning money or have a shift in your attitude towards material possessions. While you may feel confused or uncertain about your financial and material security, trust that your intuition will guide you towards opportunities for financial gain. Remember that true worth cannot be measured by material possessions, so focus on building inner security rather than seeking validation through material means. Be aware of any tendencies to overspend or make impulsive financial decisions, as you may be inclined to seek emotional fulfilment through material means.

PISCES/PISCES RISING:

This is an excellent time for you to make a positive impression on the world through your career or volunteer work. Use your heightened sensitivity and emotional intelligence to form productive relationships and foster creative inspiration and cooperation from others. You may feel drawn to connect with those with a spiritual or otherworldly perspective but remember to stay grounded and balance this with practical considerations such as financial needs. Embrace this time as an opportunity for artistic growth and spiritual self-discovery."

[onawah]

“A BRAVE NEW EARTH” – The FULL MOON at 16°41′ LEO February 5, 2023, 18:29 UTC
February 4, 2023
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"Astrologically, Full Moons are a time of heightened emotions, increased awareness, completion and release from obvious tensions. At the culminating phase of the Moon’s synodic cycle, opposing energies of the Sun and Moon are pulling apart, generating an inner-outer pressure that can bring hidden or repressed feelings to the surface, impacting our physical, emotional, and spiritual well-being and influencing our behaviour and critical decision-making. It is a powerful time for manifestation and is often associated with rituals of release, separation and celebration of our ability to work/play with others while maintaining our own point of view.

THE SNOW MOON:
The term “Snow Moon” derives from the stories of Native American tribes who lived in areas with heavy snowfall. Also called the “Hunger Moon”, since food was so scarce during the harsh winter months, and hunting was more difficult, it was seen as a time of survival and perseverance when tribes would come together to support one another in the face of hard times and adversity.

The concept of the Snow Moon as a time of resilience in the face of dire communal challenges can be applied to the current hunger for freedom and change in response to the ‘big freeze’ of today’s socioeconomic conditions. Just as the Snow Moon symbolises the endurance and strength of Native American tribes amidst hardship, it also indicates the resilience and determination of people everywhere fighting for freedom and reform in today’s increasingly harsh conditions.

The hunger for greater autonomy and an improved society is a testament to the human spirit and its ability to push through adversity in pursuit of a better future. Hence, it is inspiring to reflect on the Snow Moon as a symbol of hope and to draw on its energy as a source of inspiration and motivation in the fight for freedom and reform.

ASTROLOGICAL ANALYSIS
THE AQUARIAN SUN:
With the Aquarius Sun in an applying conjunction with its co-ruler Saturn, and in a separating air-trine to Mars out-of-bounds in Gemini, there is likely to be a strong focus on enacting and embodying the principles of individuality, innovation, and pushing of boundaries.

The Aquarius Sun represents a desire for freedom and a departure from the status quo, while Saturn, now in his sunset period through the socially-distancing aspects of Aquarius, ingrains society with a relentless pressure to impose a new sense of structure and responsibility on the paradoxical ideals of ‘control through greater freedom’ or ‘freedom through greater control’.

The trine to an o.o.b. Mars in Gemini suggests that, whilst unruly, fiercely outspoken and wholly unorthodox, we must still make an effort to communicate ideas effectively and make progress through better systems of networking and collaboration. It is also a sign that we must approach problems from different perspectives and think outside the box, using all our innovative abilities and resourcefulness to steer through unprecedented socioeconomic challenges.

Due to retrograde, Mars has been in Gemini since August last year, finally moving into Cancer at the end of March.

THE LEO/AQUARIUS DICHOTOMY:
When the Sun in Aquarius encounters opposition from the Leo Moon, the primal energies of conscious intent and instinctive reaction are pulled apart, almost irreconcilably. There can be an imperialistic struggle between the willful desire for liberation and independence, innovative reforms and humanitarianism (Aquarius) and the fierce need for personal recognition, creative expression and uncompromising autonomic rights (Leo). The egregious disparity between these two actively fixed signs can manifest as conflicts both in interpersonal relationships and families and in the broader context of community and larger group dynamics.

As a free society, we place enormous value on individualism, where each of us has the right to think, act, and pursue our individual interests, desires and goals. At the same time, we understand that our ego-driven actions also have an impact on the wider community, and we strive to find a balance between individual freedom and collective responsibility. Our inability to see and attend to this becomes the crux of any conflicts we may be currently encountering under this Full Moon.

FIXED T-SQUARE TO URANUS:
Added to this Full Moon conflict is a potent element of unpredictability and potential upheaval caused by Uranus’ fixed T-square to this lunation. As a result, we must endure radical transformations in our finances and material resources, as well as widespread disruptions to established value systems and cultural norms. Uranus in Taurus is associated with decentralisation and breaking down old economic structures and conventions. The financial stresses imposed by this T-square only magnify the tension between our rights to unbridled individual expression and self-promotion (Leo) versus equanimous contribution to collective ideals and social progress (Aquarius).

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In terms of economic disruption, Uranus in Taurus challenges traditional methods of accumulation and distribution of wealth, ultimately leading to a shift towards more innovative economic forms and decentralised financial systems. However, during the squares between Uranus and Saturn in Aquarius (2021-22), we witnessed tremendous pushback against the attempt to control personal freedoms, regulate digital currencies and a gradual shift to a cashless society. This has led to reactionary protests, uprisings, and even wars, as well as the near-collapse of crypto-currencies and harmful degradation of user-freedoms on social media platforms as individuals en-masse revolted for more control over their own bodies, resources, ownership of data and overall financial well-being.

Uranus in Taurus represents a desire for radical change in the physical and material world, and this can clash with the Sun/Saturn in Aquarius’s focus on collective progress, innovative social changes and pressure towards groupthink and collective ideologisms.

Under a Leo Full Moon, we may find ourselves caught between the need to stand out and be recognised on the one hand and the call to be part of a group or community on the other, whilst simultaneously pulled to break away, rebelliously abandoning all pressure to conform to the status quo. This can lead to inner conflict, instability in our relationships, and an extreme distaste for partaking in any system, program, or organisation that refuses to acknowledge our unique talents and skills in a way that benefits both ourselves and the collective.

TRINES TO CHIRON AND ERIS:
The fire trine between Chiron and Eris in Aries to the Leo Full Moon could bring an energetic boost and facilitate progress in the quest for greater creative autonomy. Eris, goddess of strife, imbues a positive force for those seeking to assert their identity and be true to themselves, regardless of what others think or say—associated with the desire for fair treatment and a refusal to accept inequality or injustice, makes her a symbol of activism and resistance to oppressive systems. Her square to Mercury generates further tensions during this lunation, as a lack of clear and open communication generates an atmosphere of suspicion, distrust, and the feeling that the motives of others are not clear.

MERCURY/PLUTO:
The Mercury/Pluto conjunction in Capricorn suggests a penetrating intrusion into the areas of the mind and communication, especially regarding the psychological power dynamics between individuals and organisations. With the conjunction in Capricorn, there is a potential for further intrusions into personal privacy and freedom by all-pervasive mind-surveillance systems, espionage and hacking of critical information.

As well as uncovering hidden information, this conjunction suggests omniscience and omnipotent levels of information control, mind manipulation, and secrecy. In addition, the conjunction indicates the potential for insiders to expose the internal corruption of governments and corporations through data leaks, whistleblowing and investigative journalism.

SYNOPSIS AND CONTEXT
Both visibly, and instinctively, it is apparent that the entire world is deeply distressed and anxious at this point. The past couple of years has been extremely stressful, not only on our ability to exercise personal freedoms and maintain a connection to society but on our economic stability and health as well.

The current tensions, as indicated by the planetary placings, bring up some serious questions around power dynamics and control, amplifying feelings of distrust and fear. As more and more humans are awakening to the unwelcome levels of exterior pressure and control in their lives, there is a heightened need for honesty and transparency, especially with those who claim governance and authority. This is a time when hidden motives and intentions may come to light, secrets uncovered, and corruption exposed, adding to the already uncertain atmosphere.

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Furthermore, as the current situation in Ukraine worsens, its impact on our supply chain, economy, and freedom of movement only adds to the uncertainty we each face about tomorrow. Revelations of the massive systemic corruption in the media and the propaganda used to manipulate the pliable masses, further disempower the individual, creating a state of apprehension and anxiety.

PERILS OF A COMPLACENT CULTURE:
We may live in a free society, but the pursuit of individualism and progressive thinking has, in some ways, created a paradoxical reality where our drive for greater autonomy is actually leading to the erosion of autonomous control and the creation of an increasingly authoritarian society. The concentration of power in the hands of a few corporate groups, coupled with the rise of technology and the decline of critical thinking, has led to a loss of agency for many individuals. In one sense, this results in a culture of widespread decadence, apathy, and ignorance of wider inequities, where people are no longer able to engage in meaningful discussions, make informed decisions, and take affirmative action to regain autonomy.

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In his book “Brave New World,” Aldous Huxley warned of the dangers of a society that prioritises individual pleasure and convenience over community and critical thinking. He envisioned a world where people are passive and apathetic, unable to think for themselves and disconnected from reality. Neil Postman, in “Amusing Ourselves to Death,” similarly warned that the rise of television and other forms of media entertainment is creating a culture of distraction and superficiality, where people are becoming numb to real issues and unable to think critically.

This reality, where people are losing their ability to create their own reality and make informed decisions, is a dangerous one. It puts the future of humanity at risk, as people become more socially passive, self-indulgent, apathetic, and unable to engage in meaningful discourse. The erosion of autonomy and the decline of critical thinking is a threat to democracy and the future of our society. It is crucial that we recognise this trend and work to re-empower ourselves as individuals by promoting the ability to question systems that do not contribute to collective cohesiveness.

AUTOCRACY IN THE DIGITAL AGE:
The dangers of digital socialism are two-fold. Firstly, let us acknowledge that the concentration of power and wealth in the hands of a few tech giants, also known as the “silicon oligarchy,” can lead to a new form of corporate feudalism where the interests of these companies dictate the direction of society, rather than the will of the people. This can result in a loss of privacy and autonomy for individuals, as well as the suppression of dissenting voices and the promotion of homogeneous thinking.

Secondly, the increasing reliance on technology to manage our lives and govern our societies creates new vulnerabilities and exposes us to new forms of manipulation and control. As we become more dependent on these systems, the consequences of failures or malicious actions become more severe, and the ability of individuals and communities to respond becomes more limited.

Overall, the rise of technocratic socialism, as seen imposed in China’s economic model, poses significant risks to the principles of democracy, freedom, and equality that have been hard-won over centuries of struggle. It is important to critically examine the political, economic, and social implications of these new technologies and to work towards creating a more balanced and equitable future.

SATURN’S RETURN TO AQUARIUS:
Since Saturn last transited Aquarius (1991-1994) the newly-formed internet has become a powerful tool that connects people across the globe, providing access to a vast array of information and services and creating the architecture for a whole new economy. As with any powerful tool, it is not without its drawbacks, particularly when used in a pernicious way. During Saturn’s return to Aquarius (2020-2023), we observe that of the most significant issues faced by internet users today is the gradual degradation of shared data by search-engine monopolies as well as the mind-distorting practices on social media platforms, slowly infiltrated by propagandists, misinformation and inequitable or politically biased government-imposed censorship and control.

The incremental degradation of internet platforms like Google, Amazon, Facebook, Twitter and TikTok has had a negative impact on users’ experiences. These platforms, which were once considered innovative and user-friendly, have gradually shifted their focus from providing expedient value to customers to extracting more value from business customers through increased fees, reduced visibility for content creators, and the use of intrusively manipulative algorithms to harvest personal data. This degeneration has resulted in a diminished user experience, where customers are no longer at the forefront of the platform’s priorities and instead are treated as commodities to be monetised or groomed towards a distinct social effect.

In addition to the commercial degradation of internet platforms, government agencies have also infiltrated these platforms to limit people’s freedom of speech and protest, as well as threaten their economic sovereignty. They do this by censoring or suppressing dissenting opinions, throttling sources of income and seizing entire bank accounts based on political or ideological premises. This has the effect of stifling innovation and creativity and limiting people’s ability to form autonomous economic power and build trusted communities. Some governments have even gone as far as to shut down the internet entirely in an attempt to quash political dissent, creating a regressive or oppressive environment. This type of state-sponsored censorship not only erodes people’s freedom of speech but also undermines the internet’s credibility as a platform for free and open communication.

Moreover, the increasing centralisation of power in the hands of a few global corporations and the creation of a digital-oligarchy class of elites, where the interests of the few are prioritised over those of the many, has meant that the control of the internet and online platforms by a handful of companies has made it easier for corporate-sponsored governments to monitor and suppress dissent, and to control the flow of information and proliferate global propaganda campaigns. This has a chilling effect on freedom of speech, and it can limit people’s ability to form autonomous economic power and trusted communities.

“The future is already here. It’s just not evenly distributed yet.”
~William Gibson, “Neuromancer”

CONCLUSION: A NEW HOPE FOR A BRAVE NEW EARTH:
Out of all this, new technologies could possibly emerge that challenge the current digital oligarchy and restore some balance to what is fast becoming a Huxelyan/Orwellian dystopia. For example, decentralised technologies like blockchain could allow for a more equitable distribution of power and control. New, self-governing machine-learning algorithms will provide new platforms where users can play and share without the intrusion of marketeers and political pundits. However, it’s just as likely that any new technologies can also be used to entrench existing power structures, so it’s crucial to be vigilant and actively work towards creating a more equitable and just digital landscape. [see more about this in our recent episode of Cosmic Bus]

This Full Moon, specifically the “Snow Moon”, symbolises humanity’s resilience and determination in the face of epochal challenges. The influence of the Aquarius Sun in conjunction with Saturn, and air-trine to Mars, highlights a focus on staunch individuality, innovation, and boundary-pushing. However, when the Sun in Aquarius encounters opposition from a Chiron/Eris-trined Leo Moon, tensions between individualism and collective responsibility can arise, which could eventually be beneficial to our evolution. This is further intensified by the unpredictable and potentially disruptive influence of Uranus in Taurus, which challenges traditional economic structures and can result in conflict between personal freedoms and social progress.

This Full Moon is a reminder of the importance of finding a balance between individual rights and collective responsibilities, embracing technological innovation and progress while maintaining a connection to our individuality and spiritual and emotional needs. In the digital age, it is critical that both individuals and our elected policymakers protect civil rights and interests by enforcing laws and regulations limiting technology companies’ power and ensuring they operate in a way that protects the public interest. Innovation and diversity must be supported and promoted in every community, not just in the science and tech industry, in order to prevent a full-scale monopolisation of a digital oligarchy.

Paramount to this, we must each be vigilant in protecting our individual rights and inherent responsibilities to others, both online and in the physical world. As we transition through the next few weeks and into the March Equinox, we will see tremendously revolutionary shifts taking place. Due to the unpredictable nature of Uranus, it is yet to be determined how these disruptions will play out. Let us treat this celestial moment as a call to action. Your individual horoscope messages (below) provide a much more personalised insight into how this lunation plays out for your sign.

Many blessings, and may you have an amazing Full Moon xx "

[onawah]

MERCURY/PLUTO: Mental Persuasion, Propaganda and Mind Control
February 11, 2022
https://angstoic.com/2022/02/mercury-pluto-mind-control/

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"When Mercury and Pluto combine, either in our natal horoscope or by transit or progression, it can bring about intense and transformative experiences in our everyday life that somehow transforms our usual thinking processes. This planetary pair can be intense and revealing, as the mental agility of Mercury blends with the profound transformations brought on by Pluto. By exploring the depths of the subconscious and revealing concealed truths, distortions, and secrets, we embark on a journey to comprehend our mental abilities at a deeper level, leading to significant and life-altering transformations.

Whether through deep conversations, prolonged periods of self-reflection, or investigative exploration, this combination asks us to shed light on what lies beneath the surface and confront the things we’ve been repressing, hiding or avoiding, things that lie invisibly beneath the surface and unravel the mysteries that have been shrouding our ability to think rationally and move about reasonably. This combination provides an opportunity to shed light on past traumas and to break free from the hold that culture and mass indoctrination have on us.

Mastery of this planetary combination provides us with the empowerment to incisively unlock the depths of our hidden inner selves, unravel the intricate web of beliefs and attitudes shaped by cultural influence, and reclaim control over our thoughts and actions. With greater insight into the shadowy forces that govern our subconscious mind, we can transcend ancestral traumas and free ourselves from the often overwhelming shackles of societal conditioning, and begin to live life on our own terms.

MERCURY AND THE LOWER MIND
The ‘lower mind’ is a pre-conditioned aspect of the mind that influences thinking and behaviour; a networked terrain of personalised data, where the formation of thought patterns, concepts, words, and language takes place. It is also where past and present perceptions are stored in memory and drawn from to convey messages. These memories can impact the way we communicate and process information in a straightforward, two-dimensional (back and forth) manner. Due to its factual nature, the lower-mind function is often linear and logically based, which can lead to a limited perspective and a repetitive pattern of beliefs.

Our brain constantly processes stimuli from its environment, using the five senses to gather data that is then sorted and assimilated in the mind. This process, which involves collecting, verifying, sorting, and retrieving information, is governed by Mercury, the ruler of the lower, or mundane mind. Mercury acts as a messenger, transmitting vital messages between our inner awareness and the outside world. Through this process, we gain a spatial sense of our surroundings, the location and dimensions of objects, and their relationship to us. This allows us to visualise and manipulate objects in our minds, enabling us to make creative decisions. Due to its lower operation, the way we think and learn is cyclical, constrained to routine patterns, and difficult to change.

DARK THOUGHTS: THE TRANSGRESSION OF THE LOWER MIND AND THE REAWAKENING OF TRAUMA
The brain’s regular processing of sensory information can, at times, become disturbed, or plagued with negative and obscure concepts. During these intensely abnormal experiences, the brain may react in several ways, including shutting down completely, experiencing trauma, or developing a fascination with exploring the experience further.

Although scientists have not yet fully comprehended the mechanisms behind these fixated responses, they are worthy of further study as a compromised lower mind represents a wounded or damaged ego. When functioning at its most primitive level, a corrupted lower mind believes in its spatial limitations and disconnection from universal power and truth. Triggered by fear or temptation, it switches to its base survival mode of fight or flight in order to prioritise self-preservation and procreation.

The human mind’s reaction to abnormal stimuli is complex and diverse. When faced with any new stimuli, our senses send information to the brain for processing, resulting in a response. Some responses are straightforward, such as moving away from harm, but others are more nuanced and driven by the extremity of influences beyond immediate sensory recognition, such as prior experiences and biases. These subjective influences are often stored in the subconscious and tied to larger, collective memories that relate to unhealed wounds and unfulfilled desires that span generations. Our personal memories hold not only our own experiences but also the shadow of ancestral traumas and grievances that can be reactivated as we steer our way through personal growth and evolution.

ENTER PLUTO
When Mercury and Pluto come together, the mind is imbued with a heightened ability to form intense connections between the inner and outer worlds. This can manifest as a range of reactions, from overwhelming hatred and disgust to an obsession with delving deeper into the symbolism of the alignment. This union between the lower mind and a mysterious, all-consuming passion can lead to the development of supernatural control over ideas, which can be used constructively or destructively depending on the individual’s interpretation.

In favourable aspects, such as the sextile or trine, the alignment of Mercury and Pluto is believed to impact intellectual dominance. Individuals with this combination possess a critical and cunning mindset, allowing them to delve into the psyche and understand the motivations and triggers of others. They may use their charming wit and intelligence to influence and persuade, revealing secrets and guiding others towards specific ideas or beliefs.

However, the pursuit of any idea with enough intensity or repetition has the power to alter the subconscious mind’s thinking patterns, potentially replacing its natural ability to evaluate evidence with a dominant idea. This deeply transformative effect can be used for selfish purposes or to serve a greater agenda.

In the more challenging aspects, such as the square or opposition, a certain determination may be required to make one’s point, particularly when others appear resistant, unwilling, objectionable, non-consenting, or difficult to persuade. Pushing too hard, through irrational anger, distorted narratives, disregarding objections, or belittling concerns, can lead to abusive, oppressive, and stigmatizing relationships. Stonewalling, or cutting off communication, is a form of coercion that can be equally damaging.

OTHER FORMS OF MIND CONTROL
Gaslighting, the act of persistently presenting false information to manipulate someone into doubting their own perceptions, is the most harmful manifestation of this aspect, commonly seen in its more challenging forms, such as squares, oppositions, and even conjunctions. Those suffering from the Mercury/Pluto mind-control trauma typically exhibit a dual condition, harbouring a secret while simultaneously avoiding attention towards it. Like those affected by Stockholm Syndrome, they may seem fully controlled and compulsively fixated on specific thoughts. Further examination of mental coercion or mind-control victims often reveals complex distortions or a complete loss of awareness, such as intellectual detachment, mental dissociation or schizophrenia, which can be difficult to diagnose and even harder to treat due to the secretive nature of its native.

For example, people with this aspect may repress feelings of resentment for long periods of time, even lifetimes. As with all Pluto-related issues, this can manifest as perverse and distorted behaviour. A partial or complete mental breakdown may occur when a significant life event activates these repressed emotions. Seeking counselling and undergoing healing work can help address the wounds and potentially recover from the seemingly permanent damage.

In some cases, a mental breakdown can serve as a catalyst for a transformative awakening experience, leading to a complete change in the individual’s way of thinking. However, in other cases, it can initiate a process of decline in healthy thinking patterns and the ability to control one’s own mind, ultimately leading towards the development of negative and harmful thought patterns, potentially leading to severe mental health issues. To avoid being subjected to institutionalised interventions, it is essential to receive professional assistance in times of mental or emotional stress. This provides the necessary support and guidance towards a path of recovery and the development of healthy thought patterns.

MIND CONTROL, PROPAGANDA AND MASS PSYCHOSIS: THE TRANSITS OF MERCURY/PLUTO
In some instances, corrupt and manipulative ideas may be widely spread among a large population. Such ideas, implanted into the mind through intense repetition or subtle means, can be likened to weapons, as words can cause deep emotional wounds that can last for generations. The cycle of Pluto is extensive (246 years), and its impact on shaping thinking and language through cultural influence is gradual but effective.

In contemporary times, it is becoming increasingly evident that many of the mental health challenges and disorders that people are susceptible to stem from cultural or ancestral mind control. The process of being coerced or indoctrinated into certain ways of thinking, speaking, and perceiving reality is a ubiquitous part of our cultural experience. Mental conditioning is a prominent aspect of our upbringing, passed down from family, and reinforced by educational systems, news media, corporate advertising, and government propaganda, all of which appear to have an underlying objective to manipulate our thinking.

The consequences of this kind of ‘en-masse’ mental manipulation can be severe, ranging from feelings of self-doubt and social insecurity to major emotional and psychological distress, and in the worst cases, even full-blown mass psychosis.

Mass psychosis refers to a phenomenon in which a large group of people simultaneously exhibit symptoms of mental illness, usually as a result of a shared belief or experience. This can occur due to a variety of factors, such as misinformation, propaganda, collective trauma, or even psychological manipulation by those in positions of power. It can result in widespread panic, anxiety, and a breakdown of social norms and values. Examples of mass psychosis in history include religious cults, witch hunts, and mass hysteria events.

Historically, several examples of mass psychosis or movements spurred by collective madness have caused widespread panic and social upheaval. Some examples include:

The Salem Witch Trials in 17th century Massachusetts, where numerous individuals were accused of practising witchcraft and causing harm to their neighbours. This event was characterised by mass hysteria and panic that resulted in the execution of several individuals.
The Red Scare in the early 20th century, where fear of communism and anti-Soviet sentiment reached a fever pitch and resulted in the Palmer Raids, where thousands of individuals were arrested and many were deported.
The Nazi regime in Germany during World War II, under the leadership of Adolf Hitler, utilised propaganda, re-education, and psychological manipulation to maintain control over the German population and further their authoritarian ideologies and goals. Through anti-Semitic and nationalist rhetoric, as well as creating a cult of personality around Hitler himself, the regime’s use of mass media and censorship to control the narrative, as well as the use of fear and intimidation, were effective tools in maintaining their grip on power and shaping the collective mindset of the German people.
The Cold War era of the 20th century was characterised by widespread fear and paranoia about the threat of nuclear war and the spread of communism. This resulted in widespread mobilisation and military buildup, as well as government propaganda campaigns aimed at promoting patriotism and anti-communist sentiment.
The Satanic Panic of the 1980s and 90s, where widespread fear of satanic cults and child abuse resulted in numerous false accusations and wrongful convictions.

Due to the internet and social media groups, the recent QAnon conspiracy theory has spread rapidly and resulted in numerous incidents of violence and harassment towards perceived enemies of the movement.
Most recently, the world has been deeply affected by widespread and unrelenting mental stress caused by unreliable, biased, or manipulative information about Covid, its origin, treatments, and social control strategies, leading to mass speculation that the pandemic is being used by corporate-funded entities to further centralise government control over humanity.
These examples demonstrate how mass-psychosis, fueled by widespread terror, free-floating anxiety and paranoia, can affect our usual thinking processes and, en-masse, can have real-world consequences when not addressed or adequately debunked.

Throughout our lives, we are continually exposed to the influence of those who hold sway over us through their ideas or power. For whatever reasons, demagogues and manipulators will continue to use force to instil their distorted beliefs and single-minded agendas, leaving us powerless and unable to object. The strain on our mental and emotional well-being can be intense and debilitating, both on a personal and a collective level, resulting in a breakdown and eventual descent into madness.

This ‘supernatural’ type of mental and emotional manipulation can have devastating effects on individuals, communities, and even entire societies, and is part of the evolutionary process. Over history, cultures change, and empires rise and fall. It is important, particularly under the influence of Mercury/Pluto transits, to be aware of these forces and strive to maintain a strong sense of self, preserve or alter one’s nature according to prevailing influences in order to grow and evolve, and exercise critical thinking before altering our patterns.

The importance of self-awareness and critical thinking cannot be overstated in this day and age, where our minds are constantly bombarded by manufactured outside influences seeking to shape and control our thoughts. Commonly referred to as “technologically-induced mind control” or “artificial intelligence-mediated brainwashing", the gradual infiltration of machine-learning algorithms and malignant bots into our media channels has the potential to manipulate public opinion and sway individuals’ beliefs in ways that are not transparent or accountable.

This can have dangerous consequences for democracy and the autonomy of individuals, as well as exacerbate existing inequalities and power imbalances. By staying mindful of these forces and being able to differentiate between our own thoughts and those that have been implanted into us, we can protect ourselves from the harmful effects of mind control and find a greater sense of inner peace and self-awareness.

MERCURY-PLUTO TYPES
This blend of traits can be found in a variety of individuals and groups, including analytic psychologists, forensic interrogators, investigative journalists exposing scandals, hypnotists and neurolinguistic programmers, influential critics, mentalists/magicians, powerful orators and lecturers, slick advertising executives and marketers, demagogues, svengalis, plagiarists, politicians and political operatives, propagandists, media spin doctors, corporate executives and PR specialists, online trolls spreading disinformation, cybercriminals, hackers, religious extremists, cult leaders, salespeople employing shady tactics, and educators and researchers using biased sources or methods. These actions of manipulating, corrupting, or distorting information can harm society and undermine trust in important institutions.

It’s important to note that both perpetrators and victims of lower mind manipulation can have variations of the Mercury/Pluto condition, such as Mercury in the 8th House, Pluto in the 3rd House, Pluto in the 6th House, Mercury in Scorpio, Pluto in Gemini, or Pluto in Virgo. Based on your entire birth chart, a seasoned astrologer can accurately determine the stages of development and potential activation dates for this combination. In extreme cases, excessive mental stress, whether due to transits/progressions or inherent in the birth chart, can result in severe mental distress. Since stress is cumulative, activated Mercury/Pluto dynamics may trigger uncontrollable outbursts of psychotic rage if not adequately relieved.

BECOMING A SELF-STYLED MERCURY/PLUTO MASTER
The practice of mindfulness is often touted as the individual’s ultimate defence against the various forms of mental and emotional control that we are subjected to. Despite this, the overwhelming influence of Pluto upon Mercury can often lead to the arrest and enslavement of our cognitive processes, resulting in obsessive thinking that becomes difficult to escape. In such cases, a complete nervous breakdown may seem like the only way out.

As mentioned earlier, mystics and mind experts believe this monumental mental breakdown is a precursor to a spiritual awakening. They view it as a necessary step in the journey towards emancipation from mental enslavement, a release from the cycle of obsessive thinking and a chance to see the world with fresh, enlightened eyes. The practice of mindfulness, meditation, and other spiritual and self-help techniques, can help one navigate the road to this transformative experience and arrive at a place of greater peace and inner freedom.

By developing a rich, meaningful command of one’s mental power, an individual has the potential to transcend the limitations of cultural and ancestral mind control, unlocking the full potential of their mind and finding a sense of freedom and autonomy in their thoughts and decisions. This requires a deep understanding of oneself and a consistent practice of mindfulness and mental discipline to strengthen one’s mental faculties and resist harmful outside influences.

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On February 10, 2023, we will see the final Mercury/Pluto cycle commence at the Anaretic Degree (critical) degree of the patriarchal, censorious sign of Capricorn. This is the ultimate, most defining cycle since planets at the Anaretic or 29º of a sign represent the completion of a cycle and a transition into a new beginning, indicating a need for closure or a time of endings, which can be uncomfortable and challenging. At the same time, this can also bring about new opportunities for growth and evolution.

Since Dec. 2008, we have seen no less than 15 cycles commencing in this sign, procuring a heightened focus on hierarchical power dynamics, government and corporate mind-control, and institutionalised authority. The Mercury/Pluto combination has provided us with the tools for intense scrutiny and analysis, as well as the uncovering of hidden or suppressed information by these institutions and people in power.

This period has also resulted in a need for transformation in the mass dissemination of information and the breaking down of outdated power structures in the culture of corporate media and institutionalised education and learning. However, it has also led to widespread manipulation and the abuse of power by both individuals and those in any position of authority. In the ultimate sense, it has led us to become more aware of these dynamics and to critically examine the sources of information and power that are influencing our thoughts and decisions.

Aries/Aries Rising
Your inexhaustible drive to overcome hardships and be a success may make you stand out, but don’t allow blind ambition to cloud your judgement. Be aware of the potential pitfalls of power and have the smarts to overcome them, and avoid disputes with those in power, as they could harm you with all kinds of subversive means if you don’t have the means to outwit them. Focus on improving your communication skills, developing influential relationships and being more responsive to societal needs rather than being hung up with selfish vendettas or punitive agendas towards those that “done you wrong”.

Taurus/Taurus Rising
Your stringent, unwavering principles and beliefs make you a potentially great teacher, persuasive orator or dangerous demagogue. They may also alienate you when you push your dogmatic views too hard on others. Developing strong persuasive skills allows you to convince others to adopt your earthy philosophies, spiritual views or political opinions, and while you may find success, beware: lacking a moral code, using manipulation for personal gain, or distorting the truth for personal gains can lead to catastrophic legal consequences and irreparable damage to your reputation. Lead by example.

Gemini/Gemini Rising
Intimate interactions, where you probe deeply into the affairs of others, can help sharpen your mental abilities. Your mind has the power to challenge outgrown value systems and present new, more wholesome perspectives. You can uncover hidden agendas and break through stifling limitations by hosting a deeper exploration into what drives a regimented mindset. If this has been a journey about leaving no stone unturned, then ask yourself how much you have set free by bringing the inconvenient truth to light.

Cancer/Cancer Rising
You can help others transform and heal through insightful discussions, but be sure that you are not projecting your biases and preconceptions into what is just another point of view. Engaging in deep and probing dialogue with others, without extreme judgements, bringing hidden aspects of their lives to light will help tremendously restore trust and intimacy wherever it has deteriorated. Avoid letting obsessive or controlling thoughts take over during these intimate conversations, and steer away from passing on irrelevant or outdated views to one another.

Leo/Leo Rising
Whatever is plaguing your mind, be it a precarious career that seems to be dependent on outer circumstances, authorities that are hard to accept, or duties and health concerns that turn into insurmountable challenges for you to handle, be sure to prioritise rest and establish a healthy sleep routine to recharge your energy and enhance your mental competence to deal with life’s more rewarding little struggles.

Virgo/Virgo Rising
Do you take pride in convincing others to share your thoughts? Is it to engage in a community project or to feel powerful? Be cautious of being too egotistic in promoting extreme views. Respect boundaries and give others a chance to voice their opinions. This transit could set you off on a highly constructive creative journey, delving into uncharted territory and inspiring fresh perspectives.

Libra/Libra Rising
Insecurities and resentments that lurk deep within, especially those rooted in your background, culture or early upbringing, could drive a snobbish obsession to revise or renounce your past or uncover the source of your disdain and release it. If this pressure builds too much, it could lead to explosive and emotional arguments in your domestic life and affect your emotional well-being. You are what you are. But you have come a long way from what you were. To avoid this internal mental anguish, consider letting go of past ties that trigger feelings of self-loathing or inadequacy. While there is a natural urge to delve deeper into your past, it’s essential to understand that past experiences no longer define you. The skeletons in your closet and disclosed family secrets have little to no impact on your present life, and it’s best to gracefully bring them to light so you can finally lay them to rest.

Scorpio/Scorpio Rising
Looking closely at how fanatically you put your ideas across can help you understand how to communicate more persuasively. For a long time now, you have been psychologically obsessed with controlling thought and opinion, primarily through your spoken or written word, aiming to influence the minds of those closest to you. This has often developed into bitter mental battles with relatives or neighbours. You would be more convincing if you allowed your mind to be more receptive to the transformative power of spiritual energy rather than bitching over rigidly-held attitudes and impossibly high-minded principles.

Sagittarius/Sagittarius Rising
If you struggle with guilt related to your gross financial appetites or excessive eating habits, take a step back and focus on self-care. Remember, victory is not merely about having “more”. Do a bit of spiritual inventory. Taking stock of what you have, what you need and what it’s worth to you will allow you to cut back on the excess and provide the clarity and perspective you need to understand the quality of your own worth and value to others.

Capricorn/Capricorn Rising
It is admirable that you’re driven to success and public recognition, but being impeccable and earning prestige means more than just achieving your own goals. Showing empathy and understanding for those around you is critical, not only for those who support your little racket but even more so for those who don’t. Try to see the reciprocal value in everything and everyone that comes your way, and remember what the Buddha said: “Don’t be a schmuck” [paraphrased]

Aquarius/Aquarius Rising
Being a magnet to the negative opinions of others means that low-vibe communication, such as nagging, gossiping or slander about you, has a subtle effect of unconsciously sapping your mental power. You may constantly worry about what others think of you without knowing why. It’s worth exploring how your high spiritual aspirations and impossibly woke principles incur the cynicism and disdain of others. It is likely that you have unconsciously misunderstood your role in matters that either don’t concern you or that you have little or no power to affect. Instead, focus on things you can change, such as cultivating the power of forgiveness, letting go, and living in harmony with those who will never be like you.

Pisces/Pisces Rising
You possess a unique talent for conveying complex social ideas with passion and impact. Use it wisely. Don’t let it become a means to advance your hidden social agenda. The universe has chosen you to bring light to the darkness, relying on your integrity to transform toxic societal thinking. Your understanding of higher-dimensional concepts like compassion, forgiveness, and infinite giving is profound and true. Your artistic ability to communicate these concepts and integrate them into society’s mindset is a remarkable gift. Find an elegant way to present them without moaning about it."

[onawah]

LAST QUARTER MOON REPORT: MOON at 24°40′ SCORPIO
February 13, 2023
https://angstoic.com/2023/02/last-quarter-moon-report-moon-at-2440-scorpio/

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"The Scorpio Moon has the ability to inspire and strengthen the freedom-seeking Aquarius Sun to keep regenerating, leading to a humanitarian spirit and innovative approach to staying quirky and unique yet still connected to society. However, with the Sun approaching Saturn, materialistic concerns can sometimes shroud our judgment and make us selfish and cruel. To avoid this, it’s important to adopt a more relaxed and tolerant outlook, as cut-throat inflexibility and a holier-than-thou attitude can be detrimental.

On this fixed Last-Quarter Moon, it is our stubbornness and obstinate pride that can bring our downfall as it comes to light that we prioritise our own desires over the demands of our community’s lofty ideals. The Scorpio Moon reflects an emotional inflexibility, entrenched beliefs, and a sanctimonious attitude that can be a tad dark and defeatist.

Remember, to be human is to care for other humans, and we must do our best to maintain a healthy balance between pursuing our own interests and our need to serve others. If you are a person of unwavering determination and a deep reverence for freedom and renewal, you possess the power to continually grow and transform, and by doing your best to cooperate with others, even those with whom you disagree, you build a network that will help you overcome many obstacles along the way. Your ability to evolve and renew yourself in an emerging new society sets you apart and allows you to make the most of your life.

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Between now and next week’s Pisces New Moon, the Saturn Influence will loom large. Stringently controlling Saturn has the tendency to try to ‘normalise’ everything. In Capricorn (2018-2020) he tried it with ‘corporatism and authoritarians’, and through Aquarius, he’s trying to make ‘radical geeky progressives’ the new normal. Soon, when Saturn hits Pisces next month, the new status quo will switch to ‘whatever’ mode, which could get messy. If Saturn in Aquarius tried to roll up ‘freedom’ and ‘control’ into a bundle and sell it to us as the ‘ideal’, I’d like to see him try to bring order to chaos. Saturn in Pisces could be ‘interesting’…

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MERCURY CONJUNCT PLUTO AT 29º CAPRICORN: Final Secrets Revealed
February 11, 2023
https://angstoic.com/2023/02/mercury-conjunct-pluto-at-29o-capricorn-final-secrets-revealed/

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In a few hours, MERCURY will conjunct PLUTO at Capricorn’s notorious Anaretic (29º). This will be the 15th and final cycle to commence in the stodgy sign of the patriarch, and thanks to Mercury’s intrepid journey through Pluto’s shady underbelly, we’ve uncovered quite a lot about Big Daddy’s nocturnal exploits and sneaky bits on the side.

Of course, this last cycle should completely blow the lid on everything rotten, since Pluto at the last degree of any sign is really the last straw on top-secret matters. One gets the feeling that the last of our daddy issues might finally come to light, which could be a welcome thing or could just open up a whole new can of worms…

I must say, I feel most uneasy about the final conjunction of Mercury/Pluto in Capricorn. Not because I will miss the stern, disapproving voice of an authority figure… that sort of hypocrisy has long been exposed and by the end of this 12-month cycle, it will be impossible to take that crap coming from anyone. Besides, you cannot coerce anyone into a position that they themselves haven’t somehow submitted to accepting. And shouting back in angry protest at any directives we disapprove of has proven not to do a thing to improve our situation.

I’m most concerned, given that this is nearly it for Pluto in Capricorn, what sort of dystopian reordering is to follow when ‘His Shadyness’ steps into Aquarius; what kind of ingenious agenda do those “in power” have in store to govern over the hypnotised minds of Pluto’s minions, employing more ‘remote control’ strategies, and also about what kind of radical backlash might ensue.

Read the full article plus mini-horoscopes for each sign in #399, the post above :https://projectavalon.net/forum4/showthread.php?91348-Ang-Stoic-Astrological-Reports&p=1542888&viewfull=1#post1542888

[onawah]

SUN/SATURN: Getting Serious
Ang Stoic
2/14/23
https://angstoic.com/2023/02/sun-saturn-getting-serious/

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"Unless you’re someone who thrives on strict discipline, the combination of Saturn and the Sun can be a daunting experience. Put simply, Saturn on the Sun ain’t much fun. From an astrological standpoint, when these two celestial bodies come together, they create a potent mix of discipline, authority, and determination, which can feel like an unyielding force of right and wrong. This energy can push us to confront our responsibilities, limitations, and the overall structures that govern our lives until we’re fully aware of our place within them.

The combination of the Sun and Saturn in astrology often imparts a paternal quality, as both are associated with concepts of fatherhood. The Sun occupies a central role in our lives. He is the author of our story and the authenticity of our existence; his authority illuminates our inner motivation and will to become who we truly are in life. Similarly, Saturn represents the tangible limitations, rules and obstructions we must face throughout our lives to erect a solid backbone, its trials and tribulations demanding discipline, responsibility, hard work, and self-control to overcome.

Developing a strong sense of purpose and maintaining the strength and perseverance to uphold our position in life, especially in the face of criticism, can help us build the character necessary to confront life’s challenges. Sun/Saturn transits foster qualities like firmness, decisiveness, determination, perseverance, and the ability to become completely dedicated to something, which helps us cultivate the strength and capacity to maintain our position in life, often through seclusion, denial of basic joys, and only through modesty, seriousness and hard work.

However productive, this part of the journey can be difficult, especially when we lack support from elderly figures. We may find ourselves working silently or in solitude, facing stumbling blocks in our mental or physical expression and struggling with tendencies toward pessimism and fragile health. Circumstances may force us to lead an austere and simple life, at times facing suppression, scrutiny or rejection from others and even enduring forced separation from those we care about. Nonetheless, by facing these challenges with resilience and determination, we can build a definitive character that serves us well in navigating the obstacles that come our way.

THE SUN/SATURN PERSON

SUN/SATURN is like the 4 of pentacles
When combined in the natal chart, Sun/Saturn-blessed individuals may crave recognition and worldly successes but may feel stifled or self-conscious about putting themselves in the spotlight, fearful that they are not good enough. They may have trouble trusting authority figures – or anyone – forcing them to become self-determined, reliant on no one, counting only on their own authority and will, doing all the hard work themselves and making decisions based only on their own experiences and knowledge.

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By minding only one’s business, and projecting a serious and determined image, these people exhibit an air of self-restraint and a sense of autonomy, demonstrating that they are committed to doing what is right and expected of them. Taking on the sole responsibility for their own outcomes, however tedious and strained, they strive for a more structured, well-ordered life. Whilst self-denial and diligent hard work may reap the rewards grudgingly, their sheer enterprise and health can prosper and improve with time. What they build becomes a testament, a monument of themselves, a corporation that is distinctly definitive of who they are and the hard work and dedication they exude.

THE SATURN/SUN CYCLES IN AQUARIUS:
The upcoming Sun/Saturn conjunction occurs at 27°44′ Aquarius on Thursday, February 16, 2023, marking the third and final cycle since Saturn entered this sign in 2020. As in the birth chart, it imbues ambition, discipline, and perseverance in those affected, all geared towards achieving an ‘Aquarian’-style goal. This can be a challenging time for those seeking freedom and change, as Aquarius is dedicated to addressing the state of the world.

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The conjunction highlights the need for restructuring and creating a whole new order in dealing with social issues such as poverty, conflict, suffering, and degradation. The emphasis falls on promoting social responsibility, social justice, humanitarianism, and equality, so essentially, the discipline brought about by our Sun/Saturn endeavour aims to tackle the world’s problems and promote positive change.

Each of us requires an earnest, disciplined and focused approach to address critical global issues, as well as a commitment to working towards prevailing social movements toward constructive solutions in solving problems of inequity and injustice. Overall, the discipline associated with this placement may be a rallying cry for each individual to step up and do their part in promoting positive social change, liberating the underprivileged and addressing the many challenges humanity faces on a global scale.

This has been a frustrating time in the paradoxical sense that when Saturn is in Aquarius, we want both ‘Freedom’ and ‘Control’ rolled up in a bundle. This desire was exemplified by how we (as a consensus) sought to liberate ourselves from a global pandemic by enforcing tight social controls and restrictions on fundamental freedoms, implementing strict lockdowns and imposing medical mandates.

Paradoxically, our desire for freedom through order has created a problem. We have gone against the principles we have fought for in the name of freedom and liberty, isolating social movement, limiting gatherings, severing alliances and putting aside progress and amendments to our constitutions and laws in an attempt to bring order during the pandemic. We have made many adjustments and reforms, but have become tangled in a messy framework of conflicting attitudes. Instead of restoring order, we are now trapped in a cul-de-sac of individual absurdities and intersectionalities with no clear solution for reconnecting with one another.

Increased pressures of social distancing have placed emphasis on individualism and identity politics which, in recent years, has led to a situation where people are more focused on their own specific issues and challenges, rather than finding common ground with others. While this has led to a lack of communication, understanding, and cooperation among people with different backgrounds and beliefs, it has also placed enormous pressure on each of us to somehow solve larger societal problems.

Since Saturn entered Aquarius, many of us have struggled to maintain a consistent flow of emotion. This widespread emotionally-detached social phenomenon may indeed be the root of our inability to find freedom, not external factors. We may blame patriarchal or paternal figures, such as the government, authorities, parents, or controlling spouses, for our emotional disenfranchisement, accusing them of failing to provide emotional support or consideration to our social needs over the past two years, denying our freedom to move or refusing to acknowledge us as individuals in our own right. We forget that those in government or control are also humans, equally as emotionally disenfranchised, yet burdened with the responsibility of keeping society and its systems intact.

Yet this feeling of emotional disconnectedness or harsh alienation from society – a kind of soul disembodiment from the group, has gradually prompted each of us to adopt certain abstract principles and radical new stands, be they moral, political, legislative, psychological or whatever, as a surrogate for the absence of a strong sense of self, our rights, and a valued role in society. The ‘social distancing’ that has occurred externally is paralleled by an ’emotional distancing’ internally that has somehow disembodied us from our souls and disembowelled us from the soul of society.

In this social isolationism, we have been forced to form advanced intellectual concepts, gradually shaping our fundamental ideologies, whether we like it or not. These ideologies favour a more progressive, scientifically-leaning, and unbiased approach to the realities of life, denying the spiritual and emotional implications.

It is striking how much of our emerging social infrastructure is constructed around technologically implemented AI algorithms that seek only to establish our relative position in the social hierarchy. This departure from our emotive or whimsical inclinations and into a digital binary approach to handling complex problems enables us to better integrate into the impersonal and professional aspects of public life. However, it has also led to a tragic disengagement from our emotions, resulting in a cold feeling of being estranged from our innate selves, a sense of inner confusion and a kind of hopelessness about the future of society.

The feeling of alienation is often accompanied by a common psychological problem of our era, which can be described by the classic astrological auspices of Sun/Saturn’s periodic ‘Identity Crisis’. In a world where family, human connections, jobs, places of residence, sexual relationships, and family ties are all becoming increasingly transitory, the fundamental elements necessary for maintaining a sense of continuity and personal identity are under threat of extinction. Suddenly, the determined individual awakens to find themselves in an unfamiliar, dimly lit room, far from home, facing obscure and hostile forces, unsure of their social location or identity within a system, overwhelmed by the prospect of a meaningless death after a life without purpose.

Regardless of where we stand, the formation of the individual freedom we crave can only come about by dismantling old societal constructs and perceptions that no longer confine us and delving deeper into our true selves, working on self-defining concepts which others may perceive as strange or unorthodox but are nonetheless vital elements of a rich and diverse society.

As Saturn nears the completion of his transit through Aquarius, the Sun/Saturn challenge remains to embrace our individuality and work earnestly on cultivating our uniqueness, not sacrificing our natural peculiarities. Those who come out on top will not be those who conform to societal expectations but rather those who rise above them and genuinely embrace their individuality. Hence, as Venus has promised by her final conjunction to Saturn in this sign (Jan. 23), the Sun highlights the personal transformation that is occurring here. At the third Sun/Saturn conjunction, what should be emerging in each of us is a shining example of the strength and power of individualism and the idea that, ultimately, one becomes socially redeemed and reintegrated into their community by simply being true to oneself."

[onawah]

“Surviving the Stormclouds” – THE NEW MOON at 01°22′ PISCES, Monday, February 20, 2023, 07:06 UTC
February 20, 2023
https://angstoic.com/2023/02/surviving-the-stormclouds-the-new-moon-at-0122-pisces-monday-february-20-2023-0706-utc/

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"In the lead-up to Sunday’s Pisces New Moon, you have most likely been sensing a certain ‘deadening’ level of emotional experience. This gloomy feeling of finality is amplified by the current state of disconnectedness in the world, as many people are grappling with the sense that we are living in “end times.” While the idea of the end of times may seem harrowing, let’s keep in mind that every ending also makes way for a brave new beginning. The Pisces New Moon, which falls at the end of the astrological year, offers a powerful opportunity for spiritual renewal and rebirth.

The New Moon falling on the first, or “critical degree”, of Pisces (01°♓22′), is considered the most potent in astrology since it represents a pronounced transition from one astrological energy to another. Similarly, on the next Full Moon (Mar 7), Saturn will also transition from Aquarius to Pisces, the first of 3 significant shifts in March. We also anticipate the Equinox (Mar 20) and Pluto’s ingress into Aquarius (Mar 24) to usher in critical changes, felt both internally and all over the world.

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Saturn, the ruler of order, duty and karmic obligation, aligns with this New Moon, perhaps adding a sense of groundedness and stability to this lunation’s otherwise ethereal and elusive energy. Saturn also saddles us with his special brand of heaviness and frustration. This is not an easy time for many. In one sense, this New Moon provides a glimpse of how it’s going to be for us over the coming 2-3 years. In another, this lunation allows us to look back on what we’ve been through over these past 2-3 years, with Saturn through Aquarius.

One might say that Saturn’s transit through Aquarius (2020-23) has blanketed society with a collective chill of woke-minded disconnectedness and widespread suspicion. A perverse sense of distrust, regardless of where it comes from, has caused people to make wild assumptions about others, leaving us all in a state of alienation and wilful dissociation. Whether we avoided each other intentionally or followed ‘official distancing guidelines’, Saturn’s job in Aquarius, to fragment all members of society, was done.

As a result, we now feel emotionally cut off from each other, living in a strange, liminal realm, devoid of warm human connections. Our most peculiar behaviour and oddest traits have become increasingly exposed to the world, leaving us with the most threatening fear of being forever isolated, our individuality devoured by some unstoppably over-arching transhumanistic control agenda.

However, those who can distinguish between emotionally performative, idealistically-minded displays and the expression of genuine human feelings have learned the importance of uniting the head and the heart. Recognising our tendency to make assumptions and working on connecting with others by sharing our most authentically heartfelt thoughts and feelings, despite the fear of rejection, has been the hardest-gained lesson from this period, and a crucial factor in setting our intentions during this New Moon.With the forthcoming ingress of Saturn into Pisces in March 2023, it is feasible to predict the heightened sensitivity to collective pain, particularly among individuals lacking a sense of connection with their own suffering, may turn towards quixotic gestures of self-anointed martyrdom.

Although noble in its intent, this tendency towards misplaced self-sacrifice can create anxieties about losing oneself in the sea of collective sorrow. Consequently, we may see individuals inclined to retreat into the realms of spirituality and fantasy, seeking solace in alternative dimensions from planet earth’s overwhelming collective pain of existential reality, a condition they might perceive as uncontrollable and simply unbearable.

There is a worrying potential for individuals to slump into a loss of self-identity, particularly when faced with overwhelming social grief due to widespread illness and economic or emotional depression. As other celestial events suggest, this may be a difficult period for the masses. Therefore, we must prepare ourselves for what lies ahead. Developing a stronger awareness of inner, individual boundaries that differentiate us from the collective must be the first step in addressing this fear. The greater the sense of inner self-definition, the more compassionately we will perform our selfless service to the community around us.The key for this Pisces lunation is being aware of and connected with working on our own pain while maintaining a sense of self and individuality. By doing so, we can avoid the pitfalls of self-martyrdom and instead find ways to serve the collective without losing ourselves in the process.

Under this New Moon, it is time to let go of our toxic historical and cultural entanglements and any attachments still holding us back. This involves releasing old patterns of behaviour, letting go of relationships that no longer serve us, or simply relinquishing control, surrendering to the flow of life and trusting in the universe to guide you.

Remember that even in times of great turmoil and uncertainty, there is always hope for a brighter future. By welcoming the dissolving energy of the Pisces New Moon and allowing yourself to be open to fantastic new possibilities, you can summon the strength and resilience to face whatever challenges may come your way."

[onawah]

SATURN SEMI-SEXTILE PLUTO at the ANARETIC – MARCH 3, 2023
ASTROLOGY OF NOW
https://angstoic.com/2023/03/saturn-semi-sextile-pluto-at-the-anaretic-march-3-2023/

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"Both Saturn (29º ♒ 34′) and Pluto (29º ♑ 34′), now semisextile at the anaretic, are associated with themes of epic transformation, destruction, and rebuilding. This is their first aspect since their ‘great reset’ – the conjunction of January 2020, a hint that it may be time to adjust to the new and a warning of what awaits those of us who resist change. Saturn represents structure, order, and ‘karmic intervention’ or inevitable obstructions, while Pluto represents power, intensity, and evolutionary regeneration by force majeure. Combined, they often precipitate cruel catastrophes that compel us to change.

In the context of the recent railroad disasters in Ohio, USA and Larissa, Greece, train wrecks are also a metaphor for catastrophic events that happen when things get out of control—caused by various factors such as mechanical failure, human error or corruption, or external forces like weather conditions or natural disasters. Whatever the cause, the aftermath of a train wreck can be devastating, with lives lost, property destroyed and catastrophic impacts on the environment. The image of a train careening off its tracks and causing destruction and chaos can be seen as a manifestation of the energies represented by Saturn and Pluto in semisextile at the anaretic degree. The anaretic degree, being the final degree of any sign, is associated with crisis, urgency, and a sense of irrevocable completion or finality.

When these energies are in conflict or under stress, it can lead to massive breakdowns and derailments in our lives, just as a train can derail when it is pushed too hard or encounters an obstacle it cannot overcome. The semisextile between these two planets is a signal to find ways to rebuild or do away with outdated structures that no longer provide a safe or sensible path to prosperity.

The astrological markers of 2023 augur that our time to get things straight is fast running out. From massive earthquakes that rocked Turkey and Syria, whose death toll was worsened by shoddy construction, devastating forest fires that ravaged Chile, flash floods in the Southern Hemisphere, through to the inevitable devastation caused by wars, civil unrest, stampedes, fires, transportation disasters, industrial catastrophes, etc, the message is that we must not assume a false sense of peace and security within the lull which occurs in the eye of the hurricane.

In a positive sense, the train wreck metaphor also contains the potential for remarkable transformation and rebirth after complete devastation. Just as a train can be rebuilt and set back on its tracks after a wreck, we too can emerge more robust and resilient from our own personal train wrecks."

[onawah]

“WOUNDMATES”: The Healing Power of Chiron-Venus Aspects in Relationships
March 4, 2023
https://angstoic.com/2023/03/woundmates-the-healing-power-of-chiron-venus-aspects-in-relationships/

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"When Venus contacts Chiron, individuals may find themselves drawn to relationships that bring healing or artistic inspiration rather than just leading to marriage. These Chiron-Venus aspects grant a unique ability to see beauty in what others do not, finding value in things that are often dismissed by society. Personal values are upheld with great tenacity, and Venusian preoccupations may include philosophical, political, or artistic issues.

“Suffering for our art” means repeating the experience of deep suffering in love in order to heal abandonment and rejection issues that can go back to our relationship with one of our parents, usually of the opposite gender.

Relationships for those with Chiron-Venus aspects can be complex. They are sensitive to disharmony and may become involved in others’ disputes, taking them on personally. These individuals often bring a genuine ability to touch others deeply and help them develop their capacity for relationships. But, they may struggle with an idealised or distorted picture of what relationships should be like, leading to cycles of profound empathy with others, followed by unspeakable rejection, isolation and disappointment.

Relationships are the primary lesson in life for those with Chiron-Venus contacts. They may experience difficulty in the darker side of relating, such as sexual competition, entanglement, and emotional manipulation. They often struggle with trying to navigate the balance between a desire for deep connection and their fear of vulnerability and rejection.

The Chiron-Venus aspect can also make individuals controlling and domineering in their relationships, a hangover from a fear of losing the other person or a need for validation. It can lead to a subtle refusal to compromise, resulting in messy power dynamics in the relationship, with one person feeling more dominant and the other feeling subordinate. Individuals with this placement need to recognise these tendencies and work to overcome them to have healthy relationships. This can involve communicating effectively, practising vulnerability and empathy, and understanding that relationships require compromise and mutual respect.

The quest for those with Chiron-Venus aspects may be to rediscover their need for authentic relationships and reconnect with their capacity for sensual pleasure and art rather than seeking out or living up to images. Chiron-Venus people have a unique ability to touch others deeply and help them develop their capacity for relationships. They can see the beauty in the wounds of others and understand the power of mutual healing.

Woundmates, a term coined to describe those who share similar wounds and are brought together for healing, may resonate with those with Chiron-Venus aspects. These individuals may find themselves drawn to those who have experienced similar pain and trauma, and through this shared experience, they can find deep healing and growth.

Also, note that VENUS/CHIRON is currently (March 3, 2023) semi-squaring SATURN. While we may find ourselves in relationships that bring up unresolved emotional wounds and self-worth issues, this dynamic can activate our deepest insecurities and trigger a need for healing and growth, especially in our romantic connections. As much as this alignment offers a chance for greater empathy and compassion in our relationships, ultimately, with Saturn involved, this can be a moment to confront our karmic hurts, realise that the greatest show of compassion is to let others go, and allow the real healing to begin."

[onawah]

Make The Dream Real” – The VIRGO FULL MOON at 16°♍40′, Tuesday, March 07, 2023, 12:42 UTC
https://angstoic.com/2023/03/make-the-dream-real-the-virgo-full-moon-at-16%e2%99%8d40-tuesday-march-07-2023-1242-utc/

"March 2023 is undoubtedly shaping up to be the most eventful month of the year (though not the most intense) as Saturn looms on the cusp of entering Pisces, and Pluto’s imminent dip into Aquarius is just a few weeks away. Amidst these epic and transformative transits, we must prepare for the massive shifts that will occur during the Equinox, marked by the first of two consecutive Aries New Moons on the world axis (0º 49′Aries). The second New Moon will be our first eclipse for the year – a Hybrid Solar at the anaretic (29º Aries), coinciding with ruler Mars shifting signs. Our most recent cosmic bus episode delves deeper into these events, but for now, let us focus on this last lunation in the astrological year.

FULL MOON
The Full Moon on March 7, 2023, will take place at 16°40′ of Virgo, directly opposite the Sun in Pisces. This powerful alignment represents the delicate balance between the practical and mystical, the analytical and intuitive, the tangible and intangible aspects of our lives. While Uranus in Taurus provides a welcome grounding influence, a T-square to the Full Moon from Mars, currently in its ninth month through Gemini, threatens to stir up further trouble and, in sextile to sister Eris, create chaos for at least the next couple of weeks, unravelling even more secrets and creating mental tensions.

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The Virgo Moon reflects the Pisces Sun like a mirror, revealing its elusive, subtle, yet potent ego-dissolving quality. The Pisces Sun encourages us to transcend the physical world’s limitations and expand our consciousness into the boundless realms of dreams and the quantum universe, where magic, mystery, ascended beings, and extraterrestrial entities reside. However, it may also pique our curiosity about our ‘sacred’ contracts, vagueish notions of ‘God’ and ‘Spirit’, that lie beneath all knowledge and convey abstract, incomprehensible, far-reaching concepts of faith that are simply impossible to grasp.

On the other hand, the Virgo Moon embodies practicality, meticulousness, and discernment. She exhorts us to concentrate on the material, the tangible, and the functional aspects of our lives. Virgo is a down-to-earth sign that strives to make sense of the world through analysis and classification. When the moon is in this sign, we react with a sense of duty and servitude to make things real and somewhat practical.At this Full Moon, the Pisces Sun is flanked by Mercury and Neptune, the ruler of Pisces, at the end of his domicile. This midpoint configuration creates a delicate balance of psychic sensitivity, wild imaginings, and empathy but also implies vulnerability to moods, deception, and wishful or misguided thinking. A preponderance of mixed feelings, much talk about spiritual evolution, and a deep concern about how spiritually evolved and conscious we are, especially regarding the universal principle of unconditional love and acceptance, leaves us with high hopes.

However, there is considerable detail missing on how to make exorbitantly idealistic notions actually happen, especially during the current ubiquitous state of global crises and emergencies. More personally, this poses significant challenges in our relationships, which, while they can aspire to greater compassion and understanding between the individual and his/her world, there doesn’t appear to be much of a plan, just a lot of nitpicking about what’s not working, blameshifting and fingerpointing. There is an obvious avoidance or evasion in dealing with the practical matters and step-by-step duties inherent in any well-functioning system.

Meanwhile, Saturn, the hard-ass Lord of Karma, is heaving his last gasp in Aquarius. In the next 24 hours, we will witness the door closing on this chapter and a new one beginning. With the ageing curmudgeon’s arrival, Piscesland will never be quite the same again.

The Full Moon in Virgo poses us with a critical moment, a distinctly intense point in time when we must wrestle with our conscience to bring our highest, most altruistic and sacrificial aspirations into some semblance of order and practical application. Yes, it is special and sacred to be inspired by spirituality, art, literature, classical mythology, or fields of humanitarian endeavour, but unless these are brought into some down-to-earth, practicable complex of tasks and routine, they will escape serving any valid purpose, both to our individual selves and to others.

Hence, this is a time to either marry the sublime and fantastically florid beliefs into mundane utilisation or make a decision to untether and expunge ourselves from any relationship which only siphons away our rational energies. This Full Moon in Virgo reminds us that we need to restore the balance between our spiritual and practical lives. While it is great to have high-minded ideals and lofty goals, it is equally important to ground them in the real world and take appropriate steps towards achieving them.

The Full Moon in Virgo is an excellent time to focus on health, diet, exercise, and all matters related to the physical body. Virgo is the sign of the healer and the servant, and under its influence, we are encouraged to take care of ourselves and others. This is also an excellent time for organisation, cleaning, and decluttering. Virgo’s attention to detail and desire for order and efficiency make it the perfect time to get our lives in order and optimise our routines.

But beyond that, this Full Moon is a wake-up call for all of us to stop living in a state of constant escapism and start taking responsibility for our actions. It is time to stop blaming others for our problems and start doing the hard work required to create a better world for ourselves and future generations.

Of course, Full moons aren’t just moments of startling realisations and prompts for critical change in our personal lives; they can also mark the end of relationships and the shattering of illusions. When the turmoil of our inner or outer world cannot be reconciled, we must come to terms with the harsh truth that certain things are irreparable and beyond compromise. At these junctures, separations become inevitable.

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It’s time to face the uncomfortable truth that we cannot just rely on spiritual platitudes and idealistic theories to solve the complex problems we face as a society. We cannot simply hope and pray for the best while ignoring the practical steps required to make positive change.

It’s time to stop procrastinating, stop making excuses, and start taking action towards creating a better world. This Full Moon in Virgo demands that we bring our spirituality down to earth and that we start paving concrete steps towards creating a better world for ourselves and those around us.

So enough with the bypassing, apathy, escapism, lies and self-delusions, the dumbing of ourselves with substances and silly diversions. We must embrace life’s practical, tangible, and functional aspects and integrate them into our spiritual practices. It’s time to recognise that true spirituality is not just about ‘high-vibe’ diatribes or wishful mumbo jumbo about being enlightened; it’s about taking action and making a positive impact in the world.

So let this Full Moon be a wake-up call to all of us. It’s time to take responsibility for our lives, our relationships, and our planet. It’s time to start living with purpose, intention, and action towards creating a better world. The choice is ours – will we continue to live in a ‘new-age’ bubble of escapism and avoidance, or will we rise to the challenge and start creating a better world for ourselves and future generations? The time to act is now."

[onawah]

JUPITER/CHIRON: Healer of Faith
Exploring the Connection Between Jupiter and Chiron: Insights into Healing and Growth
3/10/23
https://angstoic.substack.com/p/jupiterchiron-healer-of-faith?utm_source=substack&utm_medium=email

"On March 12th, 2023, we will witness another significant astrological event: the Jupiter-Chiron conjunction at 14°26’Aries. Although the asteroid Chiron is not visible to the naked eye, this rare alignment has the potential to catalyse powerful healing and spiritual growth through the synergy of the expansive energy of Jupiter with the deep emotional healing power of Chiron.

As we prepare for this potent cosmic event, whether as healers, teachers or seekers of healing or coaching, we can use this time to reflect on the key themes presented here and cultivate a sense of self-compassion and empowerment in preparation for the immense healing potential of this conjunction.

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THE JUPITER/CHIRON JOURNEY
The Chiron/Jupiter cycle is a 13-year journey which calls us to restore broken or misplaced faith. Traumas around trust sometimes leave us vulnerable and incapable of believing in ourselves. When these two celestial bodies come into aspect, a complex interaction occurs between the woundedness and sensitivity indicated by Chiron and the expansive, optimistic energy of Jupiter.

This dynamic can profoundly impact how we approach matters of belief, faith, hope and the ability to take chances and risks and make necessary sacrifices to heal or enlighten ourselves from the burdens of physical pain, emotional suffering or our vulnerability to moral injustice.

Bringing Chiron's sensitivity into discussions concerning ethics and morality, law and religion, philosophy, and ways of living can lead to a more nuanced and robust dialogue that does not leave us feeling as fragile and worthless. By integrating Chiron's deeply empathic transmissions, we open ourselves up to adding another dimension of understanding to Jupiter's bold, passionate exuberance, making it more subtle and introspective.

This combination encourages us to examine the delicate balance between confidence and susceptibility, and to approach our convictions and ambitions with a touch of modesty and receptivity. In doing so, we can tap into the potential to delve into the depths of our psyche, obtaining a broader awareness of ourselves and how to better integrate with the environment in which we exist.

CHIRON and JUPITER (Zeus) IN GREEK MYTHOLOGY:
Zeus played a significant part in Chiron's story in Greek mythology. As the story goes, Chiron was accidentally wounded by a poisoned arrow while teaching his student, the hero Achilles. Being immortal, the Centaur teacher was unable to die from the wound, thus suffering excruciating pain that he could not bear. Despite his vast knowledge of medicine and healing, Chiron could not heal himself, and his pain continued indefinitely.

Eventually, overcome with agony, Chiron asked Zeus to relieve him of his immortality and give it to Prometheus, who suffered eternal torment for stealing fire from the gods. Zeus granted Chiron's wish, and the centaur died, finally freed from his pain.

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This fascinating story illustrates the strengths and limitations of even the most skilled and knowledgeable individuals. It also portrays the benevolence and mercy of Zeus, who granted Chiron's request and allowed him to find peace after his long-suffering—emphasising morality and faith by demonstrating that despite our vast knowledge, we may still be unable to solve our own problems or heal our own wounds. This also highlights the importance of having faith in a higher power or divine intervention to emancipate us from the sometimes cruel and punishing conditions of our mortality.

The myth also showcases the honourable duty and sacrifice of putting others before ourselves. It feels fitting that Chiron would choose to sacrifice his life for Prometheus, whose creation of the humans on earth was punished by Zeus for later bringing them fire and other comforts. It reveals that when we become aware of the eternal torment others may be enduring, we may choose to give up even our own mortal privileges and moral superiority to alleviate their suffering. As we discover, often painfully, leading a noble and virtuous life requires empathy, compassion, forgiveness, and selflessness.

THE CONJUNCTION - A NEW WAY FORWARD:
The previous Jupiter-Chiron cycle commenced in 2009 in Aquarius and was also conjunct with Neptune three times in that year. It would launch humanity into a spiritual crusade for the new age, with teachers, healers, gurus and seekers using the latest technologies and innovative group-networking tools to explore new ways (like the use of social media platforms and worldwide workshops etc.) to share their healing philosophies and bring the shamanic arts to the people. They would reach millions.

The current cycle, commencing at 14º27′ Aries, will take us through to 2036, and in its course, it is imagined to give rise to an explosion of individual warriors out on the front lines, bringing salvation, pioneering new ways of reaching others, providing assistance and spiritual emancipation from the chastises of old beliefs and harmful, redundant attitudes.

Planetary cycles commencing in Aries initiate brave new beginnings, spark fresh ideas, and ignite our desire for action and getting results. Aries is a fire sign ruled by Mars, and its energy is spirited, impulsive, and daringly assertive.

The emerging Jupiter/Chiron cycle of 2023 manifests as a surge of visionary energy, a burst of inspiration to pursue our mission or ‘higher calling’ with a sense of restlessness and impatience, compelling us to take risks and make bold new moves. However, Aries energy can also be contentious and prone to lead us into conflict and war. Unless channelled constructively and mindfully, it can lead us recklessly into confrontation.

When Jupiter aligns with Chiron, our beliefs become intertwined with our deepest emotional wounds. In mid-Aries, these centre around asserting our truth, behaving ethically, and standing up for our beliefs. The impact of this aspect on us will depend on how we usually cope with emotional pain and how we utilise the healing energy of Chiron. If we have been working on healing the wounds that have resulted from being disregarded, sidelined, ignored and not taken seriously, this aspect can highlight our progress. However, if we have not addressed these issues, it can exacerbate them, leading to suffering in the form of feeling insulted, publicly disgraced, disgusted, demoralised, and harbouring resentment.

HEALING WITH GRACE:
Have you ever been told that you don't qualify on the basis of certain criteria or qualities that are important to you, such as intelligence, talent, or competence? Have you ever been dismissed or diminished on trivial or superficial criteria, such as age, gender, race etc., failing to recognise your inherent depth and wisdom? If so, you may be familiar with the emotional pain of rejection that can arise from feeling unjustly invalidated or overlooked.

For those who become triggered by not having stood their ground in the past, the scenario can play out in several ways. They may rise to the occasion and defend themselves with remarkable knowledge and wisdom from any attack on their fundamental beliefs and truths. Alternatively, they may launch a holy war against those who have deceived or manipulated them into "sitting it out" on any topic they felt strongly about.

Conversely, if triggered into pessimism and self-doubt, they may withdraw from the situation altogether and avoid confrontation at all costs, choosing instead to self-implode or retreat into the eternal shame of having failed to assert themselves in the past. This can lead to a negative cycle of self-criticism and avoidance, which can be difficult to break.

Everyone has their unique triggers and responses, and there is no right or wrong way to react to the feeling of being disqualified. Furthermore, life is full of moments where we may genuinely not be ready to meet specific criteria or expectations or where we fall short of our own goals and aspirations. Learning how to deal with hurtful setbacks and rejections is a natural part of our growth and development. Instead of allowing them to define us or restrict our potential, we can use these experiences as chances to learn, reflect, and grow.

Empowerment starts with acknowledging that standing up for oneself is a skill that can be honed over time. It's never too late to begin the journey of assertiveness and equipping oneself to handle life's curveballs. Under Aries - the natural champion of the underdog - spirits are ignited to seek support from trusted friends or professionals who can coach us to overcome the emotional pain and patterns of behaviour associated with feeling invalidated or overlooked.

As we navigate this journey, the influence of Jupiter upon Chiron can either help us heal the world by showing them the 'right' way or intensify our emotional pain into utter moral indignation for being sidelined or deceived. Chiron here acts as the emissary for Jupiter’s mercy and benevolence, and we either find or become the very person who can guide us on the path of the Shambhala warrior, embodying strength and wisdom as we learn to stand up for ourselves and others.

THE VISION OF THE SHAMBHALA WARRIOR

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This Aries-borne cycle can be better understood within the context of the Shambhala Warrior vision, which, over the coming years, emphasises the development of inner strength and wisdom as a means to help, uplift society and create a more enlightened world.

The Shambhala Warrior vision originated in ancient Tibetan Buddhism and has been adapted for modern times by the founder of Shambhala International, Chogyam Trungpa Rinpoche. The 1,200-year-old Tibetan Buddhist prophecy of the Shambhala Warrior describes a time when the world is in danger of being controlled by dark forces whose power is administered using weapons and technology that could destroy all life on Earth. The prophecy tells of the emergence of the kingdom of Shambhala, not as a physical place but as a state of being in the hearts and minds of the Shambhala warriors.

These warriors, who wear no uniform or armour, belong to no particular religion, nation, or territory, wage war upon these dark forces, disarming the weapons that put the world in peril. Their training involves mastering two crucial weapons: compassion and insight. Compassion is the driving force behind their will to assert themselves, taking action on behalf of all beings, while insight allows them to recognise the interconnectedness of all life.

The Shambhala Warrior recognises that the battle is not between good and evil people, as the line of distinction between good and evil runs through every human heart. They know their training is crucial and understand that insight alone can seem too cool and detached to keep them going. So they need the warmth of compassion, their openness to the world's pain, to sustain them. To be a true warrior, one must possess both compassion and insight, for both are necessary tools to fight for the survival of all life on Earth.

A COSMIC ACTION PLAN:
The dynamic Jupiter/Chiron conjunction in Aries offers a powerful opportunity for individuals to develop the skills to assert their insights more compassionately, becoming Shambhala warriors in their own right. As emissaries of Jupiter, we can seek to heal the world by teaching others the importance of these tools. Chiron's influence reminds us that our own emotional pain, our shame and rejection can be transformed into moral courage, motivating us to take action in dismantling the dark weapons of the human mind that, as Pluto enters Aquarius, threaten the future of all beings.

Here, Chiron and Jupiter act as counterweights, with Chiron balancing the overblown tendencies of Jupiter’s expansiveness. This means that the conjunction may balance grandiose aspirations with the reality of our earthly limitations. This balance can guide us along the path of what the Buddha called the ‘Middle Way' towards healing and enlightenment. For those prone to excess and fanaticism, this conjunction may bring out opportunities to moderate their tendencies towards extremism and messianic complexes, both in their personal lives and society’s greater concerns.

In the worst case, where individuals have become so intoxicated with their own self-importance during the sacred crusade that they become blinded by success, this could mean a fall from grace, or a catastrophic failure of their endeavours. Sometimes that is necessary, and nature’s way of sparing the rest of us from their unchecked megalomania. The importance of remaining grounded and mindful of the potential for hubris during this time cannot be overstated. The wise warrior must remember that true growth and healing come not from grandiose aspirations or the desire for self-glorification but from a genuine commitment to the path of personal development and tending to the well-being of all life.

By improving our skills of assertiveness in combination with compassion and insight, we can become effective warriors in this battle against darkness. We can stand against lethargy, laziness, indolence and apathy, stand up for ourselves and others, while also recognising the interconnectedness of all life and the importance of treating others with kindness and empathy. In doing so, we can contribute to the growth and healing of the world and pave the way for a more compassionate and just future.

Harnessing JUPITER/CHIRON for Personal Growth and Healing:
Those most impacted by this conjunction and other Chiron-Jupiter contacts may experience some extraordinary saving grace which crops up in our lives just when all seems lost. This may coincide with an astonishing ability to bounce back from an illness, personal tragedy, or crisis of faith. However, if we have pushed things too far through excess and arrogance, the pitfalls can be deadly. Let us embrace the power of self-confidence and assertiveness, knowing that setbacks and rejections are natural parts of growth and development. With the right inspiration, time and practice, we can become the champions of our own lives, making our mark on the world with courage and conviction.

By integrating the energies of Jupiter and Chiron, we can access profound levels of understanding and healing that enable us to navigate an evolving reality with greater clarity and purpose. This conjunction coincides with Saturn's entry into Pisces, allowing us to identify areas where individuals still struggle with setting and upholding healthy boundaries, succumbing to victimhood, martyrdom, and self-limitation. By cultivating how to better assert ourselves with wisdom and compassion, we can fight against the forces of darkness, transcend these limitations and contribute to a more enlightened society.

*Professions or jobs that may typify the Chiron/Jupiter aspect can include roles that involve teaching, coaching, mentoring, or guiding others towards personal growth and success. This aspect can also suggest careers in psychology, counselling, therapy, or social work, where individuals can use their knowledge and expertise to help others heal and overcome their challenges. Additionally, this aspect may be well-suited to careers in fields such as law, politics, or journalism, where individuals can advocate for justice, truth, and fairness on a larger scale. People with this aspect may also excel in entrepreneurship or business, where their optimism, risk-taking, and ability to inspire and motivate others can lead to success."

[onawah]

JUPITER/CHIRON: Historical Examples
March 12, 2023
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"The most recent Jupiter/Chiron cycle began in AQUARIUS in 2009, and due to retrogrades, it occurred three times, two of which involved Neptune. As a result, we have seen the rise of new age “healers, dealers, and pop-wheelers” who ushered into our vernacular their cosmic brand of insight, mostly through the rise of social media, which was just beginning to take off big time in 2009, a way of life that has since become an integral part of our daily lives.

When the cycle resets at 14°27′ ARIES tomorrow, a new influx of cultural goodies drops, and we start to unpack the latest tools, instruments, medicaments, and even weapons of cultural redefinement….

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Because Chiron is our ferryman to and from the outers, we get all the dirt and lots of cool new riffs thanks to his maverick roving between the city-slickers of Saturn and those quirky space cadets over in Uranus. His conjunction with Jupiter shuttles in all kinds of influences that will be hyped up and integrated into our culture: broader attitudes, innovative healing methods, mystical initiations, rites of passage, cool new mind-expanding drugs, rad music and whatever else you can think of.

The 2009 Aquarian Jupiter/Chiron cycle gave us lots of cool ‘Age of Aquarius ‘, lapping up our ‘culture’ and movements towards social equality, through social-networking platforms peaking at the #MeToo thing and finishing sucking up all out data and giving it back to us, personalised and on-demand through an almost perfected AI Algorithm.

Tomorrow’s cycle starting in Aries starts the new wave of individualism, the hashtag #MeFirst and who knows what else…

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Last time Jupiter/Chiron kicked off in Aries was March 1976, when punk rock single-handedly ‘healed the world’ of prog-rock and disco of the late sixties and mid-1970s, emerging as a major cultural force in the UK and later in the US. Characterised by its aggressive, DIY sound and nihilistic attitude, as well as its rejection of mainstream culture and political establishment and earmarked by The Sex Pistols whose seminal “Filth and the Fury” show at the Lesser Free Trade Hall in Manchester, England on June 4th, 1976 is widely regarded as a pivotal moment in the history of punk rock, spawning countless bands and subcultures that would continue to influence music, fashion, and art, from Joy Division to Nirvana. [interestingly, both singers Curtis and Cobain finished up with the ultimate act of self-destruction].

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The Jupiter/Chiron conjunction in Aries before that was on March 7, 1821 – a significant year in world history as it marked the beginning of the Greek War of Independence, when, after 400 years of oppression, on March 25, 1821, the Greeks finally rose up and said #F*ckYou to the Ottoman Empire, a war which would last for almost a decade (sound familiar, Troy?), with the Greeks ultimately gaining their independence in 1832.

It was also when Mexico declared independence from Spain after a decade-long struggle.

The death of Napoleon Bonaparte in May, former emperor of France, was considered by many a cultural demagogue but also a ruthless and power-hungry tyrant who caused immense suffering and destruction by waging (and badly losing) a war on Russia. He died in exile on the island of Saint Helena.

Of course, wars happen and famous people die all the time, and there were other significators in the stars around those CHIRON/JUPITER conjunctions in Aries, but us sensitive readers of astrology look for subtle patterns and nuances in the zeitgeist that affect our ****. 1821 was a long time ago, and what remains written in the history books are sketchy accounts, at best, written by a few literate dudes, of whom only those whose words aligned with the official narrative made it to our classrooms, but hey, what’s news..

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The Jupiter/Chiron conjunction in Aries before that was a triple in 1773/4, squaring Eris (among other transits). Notable events around this time:

The Boston Tea Party: On December 16, 1773, American colonists disguised as Mohawk natives dumped 342 chests of tea from three British ships into Boston Harbor to protest British taxation without representation… we all know that precipitous event was going to be a big deal over the coming decade.

In 1773/74, the second and third partition of the Polish-Lithuanian Commonwealth was partitioned between Russia, Prussia, and Austria, effectively erasing Poland from the map for over a century (ouch).

In June 1773, just after the first conjunction, Catherine the Great of Russia staged a coup against her husband, Peter III, and assumed the throne. Check out “The Great” (TV series) to get an amusing, non-historical feel of what was going down there.

Captain James Cook embarked on his second voyage of discovery in July 1772, exploring the South Pacific and mapping the southern coast of Alaska, the first crossing of the Antarctic Circle. Cook’s expedition was significant for its scientific discoveries, including those of Joseph Banks and Daniel Solander, who collected and catalogued many new species of plants and animals we are now about to make extinct (see Eris). They also observed and recorded the transit of Venus across the Sun, a critical astronomical event that helped astronomers determine the size of the solar system. Cook’s mapping of the Pacific region during this Jupiter/Chiron in Aries cycle opened the doors to many previously uncharted islands and coastlines, providing valuable information for future navigators, a bounty for explorers and the emerging new brand of British conquistadors’ claims to the region."

[onawah]

“Igniting the Spark of Inception” – The EQUINOX NEW MOON AT 00°50′ ARIES
Tuesday, Mar 21, 2023, 17:24 UTC
https://angstoic.com/2023/03/igniting-the-spark-of-inception-the-equinox-new-moon-at-0050-aries-tuesday-mar-21-2023-1724-utc/

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"Greetings fellow travellers,

Get set for an exhilarating series of lunations! On Tuesday, March 21st, 2023, we will experience the New Moon in the first degree of the dynamic and forcefully assertive sign of Aries, falling immediately after the Vernal Equinox. This event marks the beginning of two consecutive Aries New Moons, with the second being the Hybrid Solar eclipse on April 20th, 2023, which will take place at the 29th degree, conjuncting Eris and squaring Pluto. This eclipse is likely to bring significant global disruptions and major transitions into our lives, causing a huge tremor in the matrix, especially socioeconomically.

This first New Moon is especially noteworthy as it will be flanked by Mercury and Neptune, with the Mercury/Neptune midpoint focusing directly on the lunation. Additionally, Mars, ruler of Aries forms a stressful square to the New Moon, with Pluto, Uranus, and Saturn also forming aspects. With so much astrological activity happening at once, this promises to be an eventful time.

In this article, we’ll delve deeper into the implications of this epochally potent New Moon and its interactions with the current planetary transits, including the recent ingress of Saturn into Pisces, Jupiter’s conjunction to Chiron, Venus’s conjunction to the North Node, and Pluto’s impending ingress into Aquarius.

Mysteries of the Equinox:

As the Sun crosses the celestial equator, an intriguing energetic shift occurs in the world. It is the time of the Equinox, marking the transition from the long slumber of winter to the spirited rebirth of spring. Hence, as seen in the natural world with the changing seasons, the Equinox symbolises renewal, of shedding old layers and opening up to new beginnings. For us, it represents a shift in consciousness as we journey from the introspective and retiring energy of Pisces season to Aries’s lively and dynamic vibrancy.

During Pisces, the last sign of the zodiac, the Sun highlighted the weight of our past and the wisdom of the ages. As a water sign, it is profoundly intuitive and sensitive, with an uncanny ability to tap into the unseen realms. During Pisces season, we were called to dive deep within ourselves, connect with our innermost truths, dissolve away our worries and transcend the burdens of our past.

As the Sun enters Aries, the first sign of the zodiac, a spark ignites within us. Aries is a fire sign, passionate and bold, bursting with the energy of new beginnings. It heralds a time of growth, of taking action towards our goals, and of forging our own unique path.

As we transition from Pisces to Aries, we shed the skin of the past and emerge renewed, like a phoenix rising from the ashes. All through the ages, the Equinox is a sacred time of magic and transformation, a cosmic portal through which our soul reemerges into the body, ready to awaken to its power and unleash its full potential. At this moment, we also make way for phenomenal markers of transformation and renewal with a New Moon preceding Pluto’s long-anticipated shift into Aquarius, followed by eclipse season.

Let us honour this sacred moment with intention and ceremony, open our hearts and minds to the universe’s infinite wisdom as we step boldly into the radiant light of the Sun and the eternal mysteries of the cosmos.

The Aries New Moon:

The New Moon marks a moment of synthesis between the conscious and emotional aspects of our being, offering us an opportunity for new beginnings and fresh starts. With the upcoming New Moon in Aries, the fiery/cardinal energies will be particularly potent, fueling a strong urge for personal growth and self-improvement. The combination of an Aries Sun and Aries Moon highlights our innate need for independence and self-assertiveness, pushing us to express ourselves more readily and forcefully.

However, it’s crucial that we balance our often self-centred and most ambitious objectives with consideration for others, as impatience and intolerance can lead to insensitivity towards those around us. Avoiding reckless behaviour and being mindful of the emotional turmoil that quickly escalates in the excitement we encounter among others is essential if we wish to avoid conflict. The New Moon in Aries opens up a celestial portal for soul transformation and seminal growth, and we are blessed with the opportunity to harness its energy to manifest our dreams and adopt a whole new beginning in life.

More than any other lunation, the New Moon in Aries is a time of both opportunity and risk. With intention and awareness, we can tap into the potent energies of this alignment to drive our personal growth and ambitions while being mindful of the impact on those around us. The significance of this lunation occurring on the Equinox (Aries point) only accentuates its initiatory potency.

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New Moon on the World Axis:

The Aries Point (0° Aries) is highly sensitive in the zodiac, marking the intersection between the individual and the collective. This reference point serves as the starting point for the astrological cycle, and a New Moon near this point is symbolically and energetically significant since it reflects how our individual actions and self-expression can have a broader impact on the world around us.

Known as the World Axis, the Aries Point also represents a powerful opportunity to tap into the collective energies that can drive personal growth and ambition into the energetic pool of initiatives now forming in the mundane world. When a celestial event like the New Moon occurs at this point, it amplifies these energies, making it an auspicious time to set intentions in a way that aligns with the common interests of all humanity.

In short, the lunation at the Aries Point becomes a conduit for all humanity to initiate a new cycle of growth, progress, and evolution. It presents an opportunity for us to tap into the potent energies of the universe and channel them towards the manifestation of brand-new individual and collective goals. It encourages us to look beyond our personal desires and consider the greater good of humanity, as our actions and intentions have the potential to create a ripple effect that can impact the world at large. With awareness, conscious intention, and aligned action, we can harness the energies of this phenomenal cosmic portal and set the wheels in motion for a bold new future for ourselves and for all of humanity.

Aspects to this Lunation:
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Mercury/Neptune midpoint on Sun/Moon conjunction at the Aries Point:

This aspect suggests a blending of logical thinking and abstract intuition, which could help set the most heightened intentions and procure the most fantastical visions during this seminal New Moon. However, it may also indicate a tendency towards confusion, self-deception, or dangerous delusions, so staying grounded in reality and avoiding making decisions based solely on whimsical emotions or wishful thinking is essential.

Dispositor of Aries, Mars, falls in the late degrees of Gemini, forming a square to the New Moon:

This placement could bring a sense of mental restlessness, verbal combativeness or difficulty in focusing on one thing at a time, which could be challenging when it comes to setting clear intentions during the New Moon. It may be best to work on honing communication skills and finding ways to stay out of quarrels by being present in the moment. Mars’ square to Neptune only stresses the need to act honourably and with the highest intent.

Pluto sextile the New Moon:

This aspect adds intensity and depth to the New Moon energy, allowing for transformation and growth on a deep level. With Pluto located at the final minutes of the anaretic degree of Capricorn, this period is marked by a climate of intense global instability and change. While it may be a decisive time to shed old, outdated patterns, corrupted patriarchal institutions, and overarching cultural and religious beliefs, it also ushers forth a new paradigm of power structures and systems that will shape our future. This aspect also highlights the unworkable and toxic power dynamics in our personal relationships, emphasising the need for greater equality and respect. However, as we have seen with Saturn’s recent pass through Aquarius, not everyone may be on board with this shift.

Uranus in Taurus semisquare the New Moon:

This aspect brings a unique dynamic to this lunation. While staying focused on intentions and goals may feel challenging, given the restlessness and potential for economic disruption associated with Uranus in Taurus, there is also a massive potential for innovation and fresh ideas to emerge and revolutionise the playing field. This aspect suggests that it’s critical to remain open and adaptable, creatively sourcing cutting-edge solutions to unexpected challenges that may arise. It’s an opportunity to break free from old, stagnant patterns and embrace a more liberated approach to achieving our endeavours, both on a personal and collective level.

Saturn semi-sextile the New Moon:
This aspect could give us the discipline and focus needed to achieve our intentions, lending a strong sense of timing and a willingness to work hard and persistently towards our goals. However, we may also need to be careful not to become too rigid or stuck in our ways, as this aspect can sometimes create a sense of inflexibility. Saturn’s current (and final) semisquare to Jupiter suggests heightened economic tensions and political pressure, with austere restriction and limitation in various areas of life. People may feel weighed down by the responsibilities and obligations they have taken on and may struggle to make ends meet or find a sense of freedom or spontaneity. This could lead to frustration or rebellion, resulting in conflicts or disruptions to the status quo.

Synthesis:

Given the current transits and considering global trends and patterns, we can say that despite considerable challenges, some opportunities could arise both at the individual and collective levels to make significant shifts into a more prosperous year ahead.

On an individual level, some people may continue to experience economic hardships, mental health issues, or personal setbacks due to the pandemic and its residual socioeconomic effects. However, despite the upheaval to the old world order, many may discover new opportunities for growth and development in whole new areas, whether through establishing an entirely new network of personal relationships, innovative career changes, or self-improvement efforts.

On a collective level, there may be continued social and political unrest in some parts of the world, as well as ongoing challenges related to joblessness, poor infrastructure, economic and social inequality, and other global issues. However, among the worrying aspects, there are also many positive trends and developments, such as advances in technology, greater awareness of social and environmental issues, and increased collaboration and cooperation among nations.

In terms of preparing ourselves to focus on positive intentions, it can be helpful to cultivate practices such as mindfulness, gratitude, and empathy, as well as to seek out sources of inspiration and support. We can also take action to contribute to positive change in our own lives and communities, whether through volunteering, activism, or other means. It is evident that the Libra Full Moon (Apr 6), and the ensuing eclipses will precipitate enormous unrest during the coming weeks.

Ultimately, the best way to move beyond negative thinking and focus on positive outcomes is to remain open-minded, adaptable, and resilient in the face of challenges, while also staying connected to our values, purpose, and goals.

With Venus currently on the North Node, we can expect a harmonious and serendipitous time in the way we draw in celestial energy, and along with the New Moon in Aries, it is as much a promise as it is a warning to “be careful what you wish for”.

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Setting Your World Axis New Moon Intention:

During this most powerful New Moon phase, it is especially important to be mindful of what you wish for, not just for yourself but for the entire planet. This is a powerful time to manifest your desires, as the alignment of the Sun and Moon creates a unique opportunity to tap into the electromagnetic properties of manifestation and set an intention that hits the mark. Ultimately, our external universe will mirror the cumulative intention of all individuals on earth.

The conscious source-generation of the Aries Sun on the World Axis provides the electrical charge required to send your intentions out into the unified field, while the emotional receptacle of the Aries Moon provides a magnetic charge -a suitable matrix that attracts those frequencies in the field that are a vibrational match to your intention.

To harness this power, it is crucial to be consciously clear on what you want to create (new job, better relationship, more income, holiday, etc) and combine it with an elevated emotion. By doing so, you create a powerful energy field that draws your desired experience to you. However, it is most critical to note that the quantum field responds to all frequencies, not just positive ones. The universe loves you very much and promises to deliver precisely whatever is charging in your emotional body. Therefore, upholding a positive, creative, and compassionate mindset, matched with a confluent emotional state during the New Moon phase, is crucial to avoid attracting unwanted experiences.

If you are angry, depressed or experiencing any other negative emotion during the New Moon phase, it is important to address and release those feelings before setting your intentions. Otherwise, you may inadvertently attract unwanted experiences that are aligned with those negative emotions.

The Aries Equinox New Moon is a globally momentous time for setting intentions and manifesting our desires, but it requires careful attention to our thoughts and emotions. By setting clear intentions that align with our compassionate elevated emotional state, we can tap into the electromagnetic properties of Neptune’s unified quantum field of manifestation and create a whole new destiny for ourselves."

[onawah]

PLUTO IN CAPRICORN: A RETROSPECTIVE
March 24, 2023
ASTROLOGY OF NOW

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"Over the past 15 years, Pluto has been transiting the sign of Capricorn, and in this article, we’ll take a closer look at this phenomenon. Pluto’s arduously slow movement through the zodiac is stealthy, and difficult to detect with the naked eye, and unless we focus on its macro effects, our understanding often results in vague and unhelpful generalisations. By studying the long-term effects, we can better understand what’s typically associated with this transit. By doing so, we hope to garner a sense of what’s been happening and provide a pretext for what’s to come when Pluto shifts into Aquarius, temporarily in 2023 and then officially in January 2024. We’ll be using the tropical zodiac system.

During this transit, everything Capricorn – credibility, credit, credentials, verification, reputation, authority, accreditation, endorsement, qualification, certification, celebrity, and acclaim, among others – has undergone a complete overhaul. These socially defined concepts, connected to Capricorn’s earthy, cardinal nature, have been amplified and taken to the extreme over this time. Society’s obsession with status, clout, political standing, and social credit has become so pronounced that it’s made us all sick, stealthily permeating our psyche and external experience to an unhealthy, unhinged extent, breaking us down, leaving us with no option but to accept change and move on.

As we explore Pluto’s influence on Capricorn, we’ll see how our sense of duty to society and society’s duty to us has shifted, often in uncomfortable and overwhelming ways. This planet’s compelling force has brought our demons around these issues to light, leading to profound and far-reaching changes in our economic systems, political institutions, personal relationships, and more. We’ve witnessed a rise in populist movements challenging the status quo, a growing awareness of the need to be recognised and heard, to be popular among our circle; and experienced crises that messed not only with our individual psychology and daily lives but how that feeds into the mass-psychology to transform culture towards more equitable and inclusive prioroties as Pluto prepares to take us into the Aquarian Age.

As we reflect on this transformative period, we see how we have come to terms with our anxieties and obsessions around governance, control, and administrative dominance, learning the importance of remaining vigilant and mindful of how Pluto’s diabolical mind virus can invade our darker nature, reshaping our lives and the world around us. Our awareness of how to avoid becoming possessed by Pluto’s madness and working with its power for positive change is the prize Pluto transits have for us.

So let’s now take a retrospective climb through the parapets of the Capricornian summits and explore Pluto’s transformative journey through this transit.

PLUTO – LORD OF THE DARKNESS

Pluto is a distant dwarf planet located in the Kuiper Belt of our solar system. Despite its physical distance, it holds significant astrological influence as an archetype of transformation through prolonged duress and irrevocable contracts. As Pluto’s influence in our lives intensifies, it often leads to breakdowns, destruction of the old entity and regeneration of the new. This process forces us to confront the impermanence of life, overcome loss and grief, and pave the way for new growth and rebirth.

However, the most tense of Pluto transits are seldom comfortable. Pluto’s transits can be devastating, leaving us trapped in a bind with very little power. At a crossroads, Pluto asks us to make a deal – one that often involves sacrificing something in exchange for enormous transformation, empowerment and spiritual growth. Our brush with Pluto presents us with a tough choice: hold onto what is familiar and comfortable, knowing it will take us down or submit to its pressure and embrace the transformation that awaits us.

Since Pluto’s entry into Capricorn in 2008, the world has seen significant upheavals and shifts in various areas of established society, including institutions, government, business, and finance. Our relationship with these has had to shift considerably. Through a gradual bargaining process with loss, grief and irreversible change, we have come to redefine our social contract, our implicit status and role in society, eventually learning to accept and adapt to a new reality.

The widespread effects of Pluto’s transits can be devastating upon all life, leaving very little standing after its unyielding agenda has taken hold over its respective area of influence. However, with every death and elimination, the opportunity to shed old skin and emerge stronger and more resilient becomes evident.

RELIABLE STRUCTURES UNDERGOING MASSIVE CHANGE

To understand the significant shifts that have occurred in the last 15 years, we must examine the long-term social changes that have impacted our lives. Pluto, being a transpersonal planet, has a generational influence, affecting entire groups of people rather than just individuals. This influence is subtle yet persistent, nudging us to evolve and adapt to the changes in our environment.

Pluto’s ingress into Capricorn marked a significant shift in the global financial system. Prior to this, in Sagittarius, the financial industry had become excessively inflated and corrupt, with predatory practices and sinister by-laws contributing to its instability. The inauguration of Pluto into Capricorn signaled that our exorbitant and unrestrained attitudes towards money and material possessions needed to be curbed back and restrained. This was a marker that the global financial system had become unsustainable, and real-world consequences were imminent.

This culminated in the Global Financial Crisis (GFC) of 2008, the most significant financial crisis since the Great Depression of 1929. The GFC caused widespread economic devastation, forcing individuals and businesses to re-evaluate their relationship with money and material possessions. It became clear that the reckless pursuit of unlimited wealth potential and material gain was unsustainable, and many had to adapt to a new reality of financial restraint and frugality.

The GFC brought widespread economic devastation, forcing individuals to re-evaluate their relationship with material possessions and investment strategies. People began to question the previously accepted norms and practices that had led to the crisis, paving the way for social change and reform. The crisis also brought about a shift in the global balance of power, paving the way for emerging economies to gain a foothold in the aftermath of the economic decline of established powers.

Pluto’s influence on power and wealth meant that after rampant personal abuses, collectively perpetrated by all in the preceding period, cleared the way for significant shifts in the administration of power and wealth. Serving as a reminder that all gains are impermanent and that we cannot control external forces, those who possess the ability to work with power and manage resources were able to adapt to the tremendous economic crises and use it as a catalyst for positive economic regeneration. Though, for many it caused significant economic hardship, it prompted a re-evaluation of our values and a shift towards finding new ways to move on and how to better cope with losses and exploit new growth opportunities.

THE STATUS UPDATE OBSESSION

As Pluto traversed through Capricorn, it paved the way for the rise of social media and other forms of online communication, giving birth to a new dimension of social experience. During 2008-2009, Facebook emerged as a prominent platform, along with Twitter, gradually becoming a dominant force across the globe, altering the way humans interact and consume information.

With the introduction of the iPhone and other mobile smart devices, social networks allowed people to minimise physical mobility and connect socially in unprecedented ways, eradicating physical barriers in our social lives and providing an outlet to share our personal information without the overarching constraints and limitations posed by previously dominant forms of communication (i.e. telephone, radio, TV etc.) and mainstream media channels. It would also change the way we were portraying ourselves to the world. Selective posturing and representation of our image, our thoughts and ideas, our lifestyles, our entire ‘gig’ would be reformatted to suit our representation in the new medium,

As we became increasingly addicted to updating our status, it unravelled various challenges to institutionalised media and established means by which the narrative of our reality was being disseminated. The novel capability for individuals and fringe groups to self-publish and widely promote their ideas spread rapidly and gave us a whole new power. Pluto revealed its addictive power here because, once hooked, our preoccupation with regular and strategically poised status updates began to consume us. However, it was not just a popular way of connecting with our social networks. It soon became a potent tool in the political arena.

This would be seen in the ‘Arab Spring’ phenomenon, which directly resulted from the collective social power accumulated via the campaigned employment of social media’s earliest adopters. This movement, driven by a series of pro-democracy uprisings and mass protests, swept across several countries in North Africa and the Middle East, beginning in December 2010 and continuing into 2011 and beyond. These uprisings were sparked by a variety of factors, including economic inequality, political corruption, and government repression.

Beginning in Tunisia in December 2010, protests erupted after a young street vendor named Mohamed Bouazizi set himself on fire in protest of police harassment and economic hardship. Through intense social networking, protests quickly spread to other countries in the region, including Egypt, Libya, Yemen, and Syria, where demonstrators called for greater political freedom, economic opportunity, and an end to authoritarian rule.

The uprisings were primarily organised and led by young people, who used Facebook and Twitter to coordinate and spread their political and ideological message. Despite facing violent crackdowns from government forces, the overwhelming mass of protesters persisted and ultimately succeeded in ousting several longtime authoritarian leaders, including Tunisia’s Zine El Abidine Ben Ali, Egypt’s Hosni Mubarak, and Libya’s Muammar Gaddafi.

The Arab Spring became a powerful example of the all-encompassing transformative power of Pluto in Capricorn, as people’s focus on connecting with others to rally, persuade and transform the status of their ordinary lives increased exponentially to critical mass, unleashing a seismic shift upon the region’s political landscape. While it may not entirely have succeeded in reinstalling stability, it did change the social terrain irrevocably, dismantling old power regimes and making way for something new. Similar movements followed with the Euromaidan revolution in Ukraine in 2014, and the Hong Kong pro-democracy uprisings that began in 2019 and in Myanmar in 2021.

The situation in Myanmar is still ongoing, but it serves as a reminder of the power of people to rise up against oppressive regimes and fight for their rights and freedoms. Whilst in each case, the underlying causes of mass protests and upheaval may differ, the common thread under Pluto in Capricorn is that it unearthed transgenerational frustrations about where individuals had stood (status) within existing power structures and their indomitable desire for widespread change. Social media’s influence as a new means to expose corruption and mobilise the masses should have sent shockwave messages to ruling powers in the west; however, the ruling class of the first world likely viewed it as a benign influence since it suited their ideals of democracy.

STATUS-INDUCED MANIA

By 2012, Pluto’s transit through Capricorn represented a powerful combination of energy, characterised by obsessive and extremely self-driven behaviour that was now intensely focused on imposing one’s relative status, prestige, and hierarchical control.

Squares to Uranus in Aries (2012-2015) spawned the ‘selfie’, which, combined with the ‘status update’ culture, now ubiquitous in realm of social media, gave rise to the most narcissistic elements of Pluto’s expression. Our natural desire for recognition, influence, and authority, all critical components of Capricorn energy, were boosted by Pluto’s desire for psychological effect, accelerated by the irrepressible Uranus, leading to an intensification of the mania surrounding self-made celebrity – a world where likes, reshares and the cultivation of ‘followers’ became the new social currency.

In this new society of social media platforms, of Facebook, Instagram, Snapchat, etc, a new breed of ‘influencers’ and digital demagogues emerged, taking advantage of this heightened phenomenon of exercising exceptional status and prestige. They tapped into people’s deep-seated fears and desires, manipulating their followers with striking imagery, extreme rhetoric and emotionally-tinged narratives to gain power and influence. This clickbait phenomenon is not limited to politics but crosses over to various industries, from wellness to finance, where “experts” and celebrity “influencers” employed their strong online presence to push their agendas and gain a messianic amount of followers. This extreme rise in the social status of previously undiscovered personages has profoundly impacted our society. It has created a new genre of celebrity, especially in the West, who would wield immense power and influence over culture, often without any oversight or accountability.

Some of the early adopters of this method used their platforms to wage unfiltered influence upon the established political landscape in the West. Here we saw the rise of far-right populism, characterised by nationalism, authoritarianism, anti-immigrant and anti-refugee sentiment, anti-globalism, social conservatism, conspiracy theories, and incitement of violence. In reaction, this gave rise to hard-left ideologies prioritising values and ideals of socialism, social justice, anti-imperialism, liberalism, environmentalism, pacifism, and commuitarian or globalist agendas. This kind of fringe rhetoric, fueled by a wave of existing socioeconomic frustrations and disenchantment with the status quo, spread rapidly across many parts of the world, and factions would argue and rally constantly about bringing change to established political systems.

Some examples of where rogue, self-made celebrities and online groups infiltrated and pushed the agendas of far-right and hard-left movements during Pluto’s reign in Capricorn include the rise of Donald Trump, a media celebrity who successfully used the platforms to become president of the United States, the Brexit vote in the United Kingdom in 2016, the rise of far-right political parties in Europe such as Alternative for Germany and Vox.

Alternatively, we saw the rise of socialist and left-wing populist movements with Bernie Sanders in the US, in Latin American countries such as Chile, Bolivia, Mexico, and Argentina, the success of left-wing parties in Europe, like in Spain and Portugal, and Syriza in Greece, which pledged to fight austerity policies and advocated for greater investment in public services, as well as the global climate strikes, and Extinction Rebellion protests all illustrating how anti-government sentiment and demands for greater social and economic justice drive people.

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In all cases, these movements have used status-fuelled social media platforms like Facebook, Twitter, and YouTube extensively to mobilise supporters, spread propaganda, and amplify their message, creating massive wealth and power for their owners. Whilst these platforms have faced intense criticism for violating privacy rights and their role in enabling the spread of misinformation and hate speech which have contributed to the polarisation and radicalisation of political discourse, they have also led to massive social restructuring. The way we do business, banking, etc. has shifted, and entire industries such as hospitality and transport have been transformed by apps like Uber and Airbnb. Social divisions between those still trying to adhere to “the old way” and the adopters of the unregulated “new world” continued to widen and as the slow decay of institutional structures, and their respective constitutions began to set in. Many of our traditional jobs, roles and relative importance and prestige in society started to lose value, metamorphosing into new forms or falling away entirely due to the overwhelming sweep of modernity.

Extremities push people against the wall, forcing extreme reactions. The exponential rise of far-right and left-wing movements had begun to infect everyone’s relative position, status and esteem, possessing many of us with our own reactionary fervour. Anti-globalist sentiments in the right led to hatred, bigotry, violence, and the rise of fringe nationalistic groups. On the other hand, the left-wing surge in social justice movements such as Black Lives Matter, #MeToo, and LGBTQ+ rights has challenged oppressive and anachronistic power structures and systems led to “Wokeism”, which taken to extremes can be considered a manifestation of derangement syndrome.

In any case, critics have argued that extremely one-sided stances on intersectional topics, whether for or against, right or left, have made us excessively divisive and intolerant, rejecting free speech and engaging in the form of witch-hunting called “cancel culture”. While the Age of Pluto in Capricorn has brought about sweeping changes in the way we handle ourselves socially, it has unearthed a hive of entrenched transgenerational ills, highlighting the dangers of both harbouring and expressing subdued extremism and polarisation on both ends of the political spectrum. These collective traumas and their triggers have been easily exploited by those skilful enough to manipulate and gaslight others.

This leads us to the next chapter in Pluto’s diabolical story through Capricorn…

THE PANDEMIC (STATE-INDUCED MADNESS)

In December 2019, a month before the Saturn/Pluto conjunction in Capricorn, a novel coronavirus, later called COVID-19, was first detected in Wuhan, China. The pandemic that followed has been one of the most significant events in modern history, devastating lives, industrial economies, and entire cultures worldwide.

Astrologically, Saturn crystallises and galvanises into reality anything it contacts, and with Pluto it brought centuries of repressed ills to the fore. The conjunction’s coincidence with the emergence of a virus signified a period of massive reckoning, intensifying our worst fears, anxieties and disgusts.

It would instrumentally serve to dismantle existing power structures by bringing to the surface the inadequacy of existing institutionalised facilities to manage large-scale crises securely. It would give rise to a new elite – the “scientists” whose prestige and authority were made sacrosanct to lead the world through this awful crisis. The conjunction also brought a sense of foreboding, highlighting the shadow side of Capricorn’s ambition, power and authority, to rule by fear and anxiety.

As the pandemic spread globally, it became evident that the existing power structures and institutions were not equipped to handle the crisis adequately. The Jupiter/Pluto conjunction in Capricorn, which occurred thrice in 2020, intensified this sense of chaos and upheaval. Jupiter governs nature’s immutable laws, and our need to find “meaning” and “truth”, and Pluto had clearly hijacked this process. Prolonged, excessive lockdowns, mandates and other restrictive laws showed us Jupiter/Pluto’s potential for both extreme growth and destruction, amplifying the effects of the Saturn/Pluto conjunction and magnifying the societal issues that it had exposed.

Authorities responding to the crisis attempted to manage the situation by enforcing a unified global narrative and set of guidelines, exercising tight control over all information and stifling any questioning or open discourse. Working in lockstep with mainstream news media and imposing strict guidelines to online platforms, this dubious indictment upon the freedom of speech, particularly in the free world, reflects the darkest, most oppressive aspects of Pluto’s influence, whereby governments, institutions and the most powerful corporations would prioritise maintaining their power and influence at the expense of transparency and accountability, further stretching an already irreconcilable social divide. This institutional overreach eroded privacy rights, curtailed civil liberties, and undermined the bedrock of democratic values.

One of the most contentious examples of institutionalised denial and cover-ups is the origin of the virus itself. The lab-leak theory, suggests that the virus may have originated from a laboratory in Wuhan. funded by several nations including China and USA, was initially dismissed by many governments and institutions, including the World Health Organization (WHO), as a conspiracy theory. However, as more evidence emerged, the theory gained credibility, and many are now calling for a more thorough investigation into the virus’s origin. Most concerning, is that the pandemic itself may have been caused by institutionalised medical research on “gain-of-function” viruses.

Another controversial issue was the effectiveness of the vaccines that have been rapidly developed and green-lighted for worldwide distribution to combat the virus. While the vaccines have been widely touted as the single, solitary solution to the pandemic, there have been reports of breakthrough infections and waning immunity over time, raising questions about their efficacy. Meanwhile, alternative medicines were widely dismissed. Despite these concerns, many governments and institutions continue to mandate vaccines and downplay the risks and shortcomings associated with them.

The pandemic also led to a massive transfer of wealth from the lower and middle classes to the rich and powerful, exacerbating the growing wealth gap, another factor reflected in the Jupiter/Pluto conjunctions, which have historically coincided with a significant economic reversal of fortunes.

In 2020, Pluto’s position in the late degrees of Capricorn brought to the surface the worst ills surrounding existing power structures and institutions, setting the stage for a large-scale mass phenomenon to emerge in the form of a global pandemic. The Jupiter and Saturn conjunctions led to widespread social isolation, resulting in a breakdown of social bonds, as individuals and communities became increasingly disconnected from traditional sources of support and identity. Even those who had previously resisted transitioning their operations online were forced to do so, while those who persisted with in-person operations were left behind. Unfortunately, the vulnerable and weak suffered the most and lost their lives.

Moreover, the loss of sense-making worsened during this time, as societal structures and institutions only magnified the free-floating anxiety and psychological discontentment caused by uncertainty and dramatic change. This period forced us to reflect deeply on who we look up to and how they can either empower or disempower us. The 2020 conjunctions were a wake-up call, exposing the deep-seated corruption and abuse of power within many systems. The influence of Pluto in Capricorn will continue to be felt in the coming years, calling for a radical overhaul of existing power structures and institutions.

FINAL DEGREES

The aftermath of the pandemic has been challenging for individuals worldwide, as they grapple with the lingering effects of fear and anxiety, social dislocation, economic hardship and the widening of political polarisation and extremism within existing social and political structures. Additionally, daily life has been irreversibly disrupted, and paranoia and conspiracy theories have become more prevalent. This has led to a deterioration of trust between nations on a global level, with various global corporatist agendas, such as those of WEF, the world banking cartels, NATO, and eastern powers, competing for dominance over the Capricorn summit coming in 2024.

Unfortunately, the isolation has also led to the Russian leader, Putin, becoming increasingly paranoid, which resulted in the unfortunate invasion of Ukraine, creating further division and tensions between nations. The situation has escalated into thermonuclear proportions, with significant implications for global political affairs, economies, and societal power structures throughout 2023. The international community has been left reeling from the effects of this crisis, as they struggle to find a solution that can prevent further escalation and maintain stability in the region.

The situation in Ukraine has also exposed the fragile nature of existing power structures and institutions, highlighting the urgent need for a radical overhaul of the global political and economic systems. The events of 2023 have shown that traditional sources of power and authority are no longer adequate to meet the challenges of the modern world. As we move forward, it will be critical to reimagine and rebuild our governance systems to align with more contemporary values and needs, placing greater emphasis on greater openness, transparency, social accountability, and adherence to true democratic values.

While the road ahead may be difficult, it is clear that we have an opportunity to create a more just and equitable world, one that is capable of meeting the needs of all people, regardless of their status or economic circumstances.

CONCLUSION

It will be a long time before everything that has been eliminated during these past few years will be restored, chiefly our trust in our institutions to uphold democratic values, our respect in the authority and seniority of our fellow humans, since Pluto’s residual power over the ‘zombified minions’ who, for the promise of status, power and wealth, have blindly signed away their souls to do his dark bidding.

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After a brief sojourn into Aquarius (March-June 2023), Pluto will return to the late degrees of Capricorn to thoroughly complete his transformation to the old patriarchal structures, constitutions and social frameworks. Marked by a period of significant breakdown and upheaval in all established areas of society, bookended from one financial crisis to the next, the rise of social media, the emergence of far-right populism and far-left social justice movements, the overarching censure and social control mandates and perhaps the ongoing threat of a global war, famine, and complete collapse of our entire socioeconomic structure, Pluto’s impact through Capricorn is being felt across the world.

In the coming months, we will see many of these issues escalating to a closing crescendo for big business and government, which at this stage of the transformative journey, have merged interests to the point where they have become virtually indistinguishable. Internationally, as governments grapple with how to bring an end to the Russia/Ukraine war, escalating tensions between China and the USA, and an almost abject denial of the internal rot and corruption in nearly all facets of internal infrastructure, there is a sense of domestic and global unease and uncertainty that permeates every aspect of our lives. However, this period of breakdown is also an opportunity for us to examine our values, beliefs, and actions as individuals and as a society. It is a time to reflect on what we truly value and what kind of world we want to live in.

As Pluto completes its transformative journey through Capricorn, we may begin to see a new world emerging from the ashes of the old. A world that is more just, more equitable, and more sustainable. But this transformation will not happen overnight. It will require hard work, commitment, and a willingness to challenge the status quo.

With Pluto entering Aquarius, there is talk about tearing down the system completely and rebuilding it from scratch. Here, we are undoubtedly referring to a revolutionary approach towards change, which involves a radical and often violent upheaval of the existing order and replacing it with something entirely new. While revolutions have been responsible for some positive changes throughout history, they’ve also proved to be highly dangerous, chaotic, and unpredictable, often resulting in unintended consequences, such as a power vacuum that leads to authoritarianism or a lack of internal stability that leads to economic collapse followed by a prolonged period of social unrest. Perhaps that is already on the cards, given the anxiety, desperation and fancy radicalising tools attributed to us during the fall of the old world order.

However, a more sustainable approach to change is possible through reform. Using the same tools and nucleus for making change, we can aim to improve or modify existing systems and structures rather than replace them entirely. Of course, reform can be slower and less dramatic than revolution, but with Uranus in Taurus, it can also lead to a more stable and less risky transition. Rummaging through the ruins of the old and existing systems, we, as the new reformers, can build on the strengths and triumphs of the past while instrumentally addressing its obvious weaknesses and shortcomings.

Of course, once Pluto enters Aquarius in full, there will be situations so fixed in their ways that reform may not be enough to address the problems. In such cases, it will be incumbent upon individuals and collective communities to determine the best course of action. However, we must be warned about the almost inconceivable perils and consequences of widespread revolutionary change and work towards ushering in a more stable and sustainable future. This kind of future aligns with the progressive-minded, highly intelligent and generally pacifist nature of our youth, who don’t appear as if they will be staging any violent rebellions any time soon.

Ultimately, the future of our planet is in our hands. We have the power to shape it positively and constructively, but we must be willing to do the work on handling our own shadow. With Pluto returning to Capricorn in June, there is surely some unfinished business left to play out. This transitional period is always the hardest and filled with surprises and monumental upsets. I will have more about Pluto’s entry into Aquarius in the near future; please be sure to support this work; I am an independent and non-partisan observer of the stars, sharing these insights with you as faithfully as I can, with gratitude for your appreciation, here."

[onawah]

MARS IN CANCER (March 25-May 24)
March 26, 2023
https://angstoic.com/2023/03/mars-in-cancer-march-25-may-24/

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"After spending the last nine months in racy, mentally agile Gemini, Mars is finally ready to move on and enter emotionally touchy Cancer, where he’ll stay until May 24, 2023. Here we’ll see a shift in how we act out and how we pursue our most personal interests and desires.

During these next two months, it’s probably wise to watch being too reactive and overemotional when fired up. Every insult and offence is viewed through Cancer’s extremely subjective lens. Since Mars is in his detriment in Cancer, and still out-of-bounds, the slightest of slights can make us more defensive and easily triggered, leading to heatedly choked-up arguments and emotionally fuelled disputes, especially if others fail to take our feelings into account. Before flying off the handle, it’s best to take a breath, go away and cool off before coming back and trying to respond more calmly and rationally.

On the plus side, Mars in Cancer does bring nuance and texture to our defence, boosting intuition and emotional intelligence, allowing us to broach more tender subjects, make the matter more personable when asserting ourselves or dealing with annoyances. Being more connected to our feelings gives us the capacity to act on them more constructively, allowing us to focus on nurturing our inner child, be more protective in our relationships, and more mindful of the harmful impact our often unconscious actions have on others.

It’s worth warning against being too passive or avoiding conflicts altogether. Mars, through Cancer, makes us more hesitant to act, especially when confronting difficult situations. It’s probably not a good defence strategy to retract into the fetal position with thumb in mouth. Try finding a balance between assertiveness and sensitivity and avoid passive-aggressive behaviour.

Remember, you always have the power to choose how you act and react in your world. In any upset, choosing to be tender and kind, even under the harshest conditions, is not weakness; it’s courage.

At a more mundane level, Mars in Cancer does push out a heightened focus on domestic issues and a sense of pride in one’s country or home. We’ll see a rise in down-home culture and a push towards nationalism, with individuals and communities rallying around flags and totems that display their unique cultural and historical roots. There may also be an increased concern for the protection of family and local communities, with a focus on protecting and preserving traditional values and ways of life.

There’s every risk that this focus on the local and the domestic could lead to a narrow-mindedness or insularity, with a lack of respect and appreciation for diversity of cultures and interconnectedness of the broader world, and a sense of insecurity around foreigners coupled with nationalistic pride requires greater openness and willingness to engage with different perspectives, trends and cultures.

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With Mars edging through the eclipse period towards the frightful May 21 T-Square, we will see the downside to getting too hung up on one’s own garb and stubbornly failing to see the consequences of our overly emotional reactiveness."

[onawah]

"From Me to We": Restoring Balance on the FULL MOON at 16°07' LIBRA, Thursday, April 06, 2023, 04:34 UTC
4/4/23
Ang Stoic
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"As the Libra Moon reaches its peak opposing the Aries Sun, an aura of restlessness and the urge for action and provocation fills the air. With the Mars-ruled Aries Sun taking centre stage, we may sense an intense drive to pursue our personal aspirations and blaze our own trails.

This phenomenon can be likened to what biologist Richard Dawkins calls "The Selfish Gene" - a realisation that as individuals, we are all in competition with one another, propelled by a deep-seated motivation not just to survive but to thrive and evolve. Whilst this heady drive to get ahead can spark healthy contest, fueling progress and development in all areas of life, under a Libran lunation, we are reminded that we are not alone in our pursuits, and that there are others around us who may also be vying for similar goals.

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Governed by Venus, Libra is associated with the formation of cooperative relationships and connections with others, emphasising the need for balance, harmony, and compromise in all aspects of life. As this Full Moon peaks, it invites us to pause and reevaluate our approach to achieving our goals, taking into consideration the impact of our most selfish actions on those around us.

The Libra Full Moon is well-known for its emphasis on partnership and collaboration, urging us to examine the intricate dynamics of our closest relationships. Are we equally giving and receiving? Are we valuing the opinions and needs of our partners as much as our own? Despite the Aries Sun's inclination to prioritise our own needs, the Libra Moon reminds us that healthy relationships require a healthy balance of give and take. It might be time to encourage more communication, listening as well as speaking up, consider the effects of our self-centred actions on others, and through engagement in civil debate, understand that establishing healthy boundaries that respect the individual needs of both parties is essential to maintaining healthy relationships.

When it comes to balancing our personal lives, it's time to take a moment and reflect on how our self-centred actions may sometimes upset the delicate equilibrium of life. We all have bouts where we feel drawn towards the call to satisfy our more primitive urges, but we must be mindful not to let it tip the scales too much. At times, we act rashly, and impulsively, without thinking things through. Other times, we feel indecisive, inundated by the myriad of options and yet unsure of what to do. Paralysed by indecision, we end up doing nothing at all. It's a tricky balance, one that may cause some serious inner conflict under this lunation, but one we can master with practice and self-awareness.

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Another theme under this lunation is how our insecurity about our identity can cause us to become too eager to prove ourselves or overly reliant on personal relationships for validation and approval. This desperate desire to be liked, and an excess of enthusiasm and ardour may cause a wanton hyperreactivity from others, one that repels or pushes them away, preventing lasting, meaningful connections from forming. We may mistakenly focus too much on the sexual aspect of relationships, mistaking passion and excitement for emotional, intellectual, and spiritual compatibility, ending up offending the other person's sensibilities with our crudeness, lack of tact, patience or impropriety.

In even the most supportive relationships, our need to satisfy our desires and assert our reckless self-determination rears its rams-head most forthrightly. Without realising it, we may try to assert dominance over our partner, either by being too confrontational and forceful or by putting on a fake mask of politeness, using condescending or patronising behaviour to manipulate the situation in our favour. We may even fight to define "equal partnership" to our own advantage, leading to frustration and anger when we feel that the other person isn't pulling their weight or treating us fairly. Inadvertently, when we pull performative displays, we only end up exacerbating conflict rather than resolving it.

To genuinely reconcile the duality of Aries and Libra, we need to focus on channelling the Aries assertiveness towards constructive, considerate action while employing the agreeable, accommodating Libran manner to help evaluate the most feasible course of action. We need to harness the raw, unbridled drive and initiative of Aries to conquer indecisiveness, indolence and apathy, choose a path, and act decisively while still upholding our individuality. In standing up for our own needs, we can also stand up for and champion the needs of others, forming strong and mutually beneficial connections. Aries energy inspires us to initiate social interaction, enliven relationships with enthusiasm and verve, and strengthen our bonds by engaging in fulfilling activities.

We can use the Libra Full Moon's tranquil effect on the Aries Sun to temper our impulsive nature and create a synergy. Libra's discernment and ability to evaluate options before taking action allows us to make sound decisions that align with our deepest selves while considering others. This moderation of energies promotes fairness, consideration, and a willingness to cooperate, expanding our awareness and promoting a harmonious existence.

The Libra Full Moon calls us to action, and through our conflicts, summons us to find harmony between our individuality and our need to get along with others. We may find ourselves eager to embrace novel and exciting experiences, yet we must also recognise the importance of maintaining balance in our interpersonal dynamics. This lunation prompts us to approach any conflicts with a measured and diplomatic hand, and to consider how we can balance our desire for independence with our need for meaningful connections with others. We are being gifted with a unique opportunity to integrate the themes of assertiveness and negotiation, paving the way for greater harmony and understanding among ourselves and with all those around us.

In the world at large, the Libra Full Moon may bring attention to conflicts that arise from the imbalance of power and the lack of cooperation. In terms of politics and social justice, the Libra full moon highlights the need for dialogue and compromise. Rather than engaging in combative rhetoric and demonising those with different viewpoints, this Full Moon urges us to seek common ground and find ways to work together towards shared goals. This could mean setting aside our own egos and agendas in order to listen to others, or finding creative solutions that take into account the needs and perspectives of all groups involved. As we head into eclipses, these matters could escalate tremendously into a critical mass.

On a global scale, the Libra full moon encourages the entire world to consider the tenuous balance between war and peace. It asks us to reflect on the ways in which nations and their individual citizens use power and to seek ways to reduce conflict and promote greater cross-cultural understanding. This could mean advocating for diplomacy and peaceful resolutions to ongoing conflicts, or finding ways to address the underlying issues that lead to tensions, violence and war. Ultimately, the Libra Full Moon calls on us to cultivate a greater sense of balance and harmony in all aspects of our lives, both individually and collectively.

In the coming days, powerful planetary transits to Chiron, Jupiter, Eris, and Pluto are likely to stir up a great deal of inner turmoil and unrest. "

[onawah]

"The Emergence of a New Being": HYBRID SOLAR ECLIPSE at 29°50' ARIES
Thursday, April 20, 2023, 04:14 UTC
ANG STOIC
APR 19, 2023
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"On Thursday, April 20th, 2023, our skies will be blessed with a rare solar eclipse that is one of the most exciting astrological events of the year. Solar eclipses occur when the Sun, Moon, and Earth align along the Moon’s nodal axis, and the Moon blocks out the Sun's light, casting a shadow on the Earth. Astrologically speaking, a solar eclipse is a cosmic wildcard, marking a time of heightened energies and potential upheaval, ringing in sudden changes, a powerful new beginning or a turning point in a particular area of life. These changes can be necessary but often not quite what we bargained for.

This upcoming eclipse is astronomically unique in that it is a hybrid eclipse, meaning it will appear as a total eclipse in some regions and an annular eclipse in others. You can catch it if you are in some parts of western Australia, East Timor and eastern Indonesia. Occurring at the anaretic degree (29°♈50') of Aries - the sign's final, most critical degree - it conveys an overwhelming sense of urgency, rush to completion, and a desperate last call to action. This eclipse marks the second Aries New Moon in a month, firmly punctuating the energy of new beginnings and fresh starts in the Aries-ruled areas of our lives.

This particular eclipse promises to be a highly potent event, with a complex and difficult energy due to its challenging aspects to other planets in the sky. The eclipse is closely connected to several Aries planets, including Jupiter, Eris, and Chiron while forming an almost exact square to Pluto in Aquarius. These aspects indicate a time of intense modification to the collective matrix of awareness, roping us into uncomfortable power struggles, conflicts where we may have to stand and defend, as well as some offensive scenarios, but through these conflicts we are also offered the potential for growth, healing, and renewal, of sorts.

Adding to this already potent astrological mix, Mercury stations retrograde the following day at 15°37' Taurus, in near conjunction to Uranus (17°♉48'), and Mars in Cancer forms a challenging square to the Aries stellium, beginning with Chiron.ECLIPSES
Eclipses are potent astrological events that mark turning points, particularly in areas of life where they fall in our natal charts. As the Sun, Moon, and Earth align, a powerful surge of energy is sent to the terrestrial plane, which can trigger profound transformation and shifts in our consciousness. The grand reveal that occurs around eclipses actually brews for months before the event, and they are known to bring hidden issues to the surface and provide the potential for growth, healing, and new beginnings that will impact our lives for years to come. Take note of the conspicuously “interesting” things and people entering your life right now. They are not so insignificant, nor is the manner you choose to handle them.

With this hybrid solar eclipse occurring at the anaretic degree of Aries, the sign of the warrior, we can expect an amplification of Aries archetypes in our lives, such as assertiveness, leadership, and courage. The anaretic (final) degree adds a sense of urgency and completion to the energy as if a chapter in our lives is coming to a close, and it's time to take decisive action to move forward. An inimitable impulsiveness characterises this final Aries degree, and whether conscious or instinctual, the action is decisive and direct. This eclipse is also a North Node eclipse, indicating a powerful surge of celestial energies entering the terrestrial plane, which can offer a significant push forward towards our plight to fulfil our destiny and purpose.

As this eclipse falls in the sign of Aries, those with strong Aries or other cardinal placements in their natal charts, particularly at the late degrees, may feel its effects more strongly, particularly in matters where assertiveness of self-identity and competence and where the will to take bold, decisive or defining action is needed. However, the impact and nuances of this eclipse are also subject to other current transits and the aspects it forms to planets and points in our charts, which will indicate the areas of our lives most affected.

Be mindful that eclipses tend to act like cosmic curveballs, so we often don't know how they may hit us, even under the clearest intent. In any case, this Aries hybrid eclipse - the first eclipse of 2023 and the only solar to occur at the North Node, promises a host of life-altering experiences. The most critical incidents in your life right now, whether personal or in the collective, offer the potential for significant new initiatives and change, albeit with some challenges and difficulties along the way.

THE ARIES STELLIUM AND MARS
As the Sun and Moon sweep past the planets in Aries on their way to the anaretic degree, they gather up the unique energies of each planet in their journey. Chiron's wounded healer energy challenges us to confront our deepest wounds and fears around asserting ourselves and taking action. Jupiter's righteous and moralistic stance encourages us to step up and be noticed, to fight for what we believe in and stand up for our principles. Eris's envious and dejected energy stirs us from afar, spurring us to find our place in the world and be acknowledged as a severe influence of the contest, despite feeling long overlooked and purposely sidelined.

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Cumulatively, these energies hurl a volatile cosmic cocktail into this solar eclipse, challenging us to step into our power and confront our shame and limitations. The journey may not be an easy one, as it requires us to face our most debilitating psychological, socioeconomic, and biological inadequacies, fears, and shames. Still, this awkwardness appears to be a necessary step in both our personal and collective evolution.

Outwardly, this surge of transformative energy can manifest as a time of great social upheaval and change, with individuals and groups stepping forward to challenge both old and newly emerging power structures and assert their own distinct identities. Inwardly, the energy of the Aries stellium can dredge up feelings of frustration, restlessness, impatience, anger, even disgust and derangement as we feel a strong urge to break away from old spirit-demeaning patterns, and utterly sub-humanising ways of being constantly disqualified from ‘the race’. Harnessing this energy in a positive way can be difficult since the Aries sign is exceptionally individualistic and competitive. At close range, it appears that everyone is out for themselves, but the rules aren’t clear, and there seems to be no natural way to win.

In current events, we can see examples of individuals and groups rebelling against institutionalised racism, classism, genderism, political witch hunts, etc., fueled by perceived injustice and a fervent desire to fight back against the systemic oppression they face. We can also witness how these movements call attention to the need for greater equality and social justice.

How can we objectively evaluate the existence and significance of the fight against injustice and oppression, without being influenced by a potentially self-defeating narrative or subjective perceptions?

The answer lies with Mars, ruler of Aries, currently in his fall in Cancer and out-of-bounds. Over the next few weeks, heading toward the Scorpio Lunar Eclipse (May 5) and beyond, Mars will gradually square all planets in the Aries stellium, beginning with Chiron. These squares can create a sense of restlessness, frustration, and even anger that becomes intensely personal. Mars in Cancer is weak, highly emotional, and easily angered, especially when threatened by issues too close to home or when his sense of security becomes triggered. Being out-of-bounds can make his defensiveness volatile and unstable. As Mars squares the Aries stellium, even the slightest perceived insult about our relative competency or ability to assert ourselves in ‘the race’ may incense us into fits of anger, violence and rage. - not a good time to pick a fight.

THE TROUBLE WITH PLUTO
As if the inclusion of Mars’ twisted sister Eris into this lunation wasn't troublesome and caustic enough, a square to Pluto here - another lurking Kuiper-belt troll, just at the first degree of Aquarius - only emphasises how we're all about to undergo some bizarre inner changes to our fundamental nature. It’s wise to advise that we are all about to become jolted into being a bit more conscious of a whole new essence of intelligent ‘life’, now hovering among us.

Unlike Eris, who casts the seeds of doubt by throwing the apple of discord over the fence, Pluto seeks to tear down the blocks and blind resistances that prevent the self-integrated identity from ‘seeing the light’, and may lead those who refuse to budge to an infernal battle with the inevitable. The Aries solar eclipse may provoke powerful authorities and uncompromisingly self-entitled individuals in such a way that may bounce them off their throne, especially if they have not developed healthy solar values.

As Pluto briefly sits at the first degree of Aquarius, representing the potential for group-identity power and waves of revolutionary changes ahead, a square to the individualistic Aries eclipse warns against using ‘collective causes’ in an attempt to manipulate circumstances to achieve desired agendas. Any failure to compromise could lead to epic power clashes. Additionally, the eclipse highlights many of our idiosyncrasies and peculiarities, as well as the potential struggles between human intelligence and machine learning algorithms (AGI), among other things. It is essential to recognise these very complex power struggles and find ways to work collaboratively towards common goals.

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I understand all this seems very complex because, for many, we are dealing with dark forces that only a few can see, let alone determine how they have the power to destroy and rebuild our lives. However, those who resist change, who try to hold onto outdated structures or ways of thinking, may find themselves facing a deadly reckoning as the winds of evolutionary change blow through the collective consciousness. It's a time to be courageous, embrace the unknown, and have faith in our own abilities to navigate the future with purpose and determination."

[onawah]

“Wake-Up Call”: MORE ON THE MID-ECLIPSE SLUMP
Astrology of Now
April 25, 2023
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"Ughh. This ain’t no ordinary mid-eclipse slump. This is a karmic smackdown of epic proportions, and we’re all feeling the burn. Freeing ourselves from the toxic karmic chains that have been holding us back in the Scorpio South is severely taking its toll on our vital energy.

As the Sun beams through the Taurus North, the Dragon’s Tail in Scorpio feels like an evil force tempting us to take the easy way out and resort to shady, unethical means to satisfy our most basic desires and explain our lousy habits. But let’s get real here. That kind of deranged arseholery only amounts to a meaningless existence, a trunkful of worthless spoils and untold irreparable harm. And now, with the nodes squaring Pluto, we’re at risk of major financial losses through extortion and fraud, not to mention nasty nodular (lymphatic) diseases.

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Our Scorpio past is steeped in an insatiable lust to dominate and devour the power of others. We’ve become accustomed to toxic, gaslit relationships based on race, sex, and gender that serve only to stroke our egos and perpetuate exploitation. With the explosive Jupiter/Eris combo, it feels like we’ve been stuck in a constant state of emergency, dealing with one global crisis after another, entrenched in a cesspool of psychic turmoil and paralysis.

We’ve lost touch with reality, messing with biological nature and trying to create artificially intelligent deities. And let’s not even get started on our rampant mistrust of others and wild conspiracy theories. We may be all teetering on the brink of mass psychosis, and it’s got to stop.

If you’re feeling like the hot mess express, leaving a trail of destruction behind you, seeing everyone as treacherous bastards plotting against you, then it’s time to pause and take a long, hard look in the mirror. This Eclipse period is turning into a major wake-up call. Buckle up and get ready for a wild ride, because the universe is about to unleash a truth bomb that’ll knock even the most oblivious and smug among us off our feet.

Whether you’re still stuck in the Scorpio tail of self-destructive trauma bonds or forging ahead toward the self-reliant Bull’s head, the time is near to break free from our transgenerational curse of power and control. It’s time to ditch our lust and greed and embrace the love and generosity we have for one another. Let’s chart a new course together and ascend a notch or two on the scales of human decency…"

[onawah]

JUPITER/ERIS: “Survival of the Wisest”
April 28, 2023
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"On April 24th, 2023, a rare and highly anticipated celestial event occurred when Jupiter aligned with the distant night goddess, Eris. Astrologically, Jupiter symbolises expansion, growth, and wisdom, while Eris is associated with widespread chaos and discord, fierce adaptation, and natural selection. When these two planetary forces align, it coincides with significant world events and shifts in the evolution of individual consciousness. This conjunction follows Jupiter’s recent alignment with Chiron, which astrologers saw as an important precursor to this event. A conjunction, which occurs when two planets align in the same sign, marks the beginning of a new cycle and is experienced as a time of heightened energy and intensity.

Jupiter and Eris come into conjunction roughly every 12.5 years due to Eris’s slow orbit of 557 years and Jupiter’s 12-year orbit. The most recent conjunction took place on April 29th, 2011 and coincided with several noteworthy events, including the royal wedding of Prince William and Kate. Since Eris first entered Aries in 1922-1923, there have been eight complete Jupiter/Eris cycles, this highly spirited, most competitive of signs. As we approach the current conjunction, it’s worth noting that this marks the penultimate cycle to begin in Aries. The final one is set to occur in 2035.

This article aims to explore the mythological and astrological significance of the Jupiter-Eris alignment and its most recent historical context, examining its potential impact on individuals and society as a whole and understanding its role in determining the evolutionary course of humanity. We aim to gain some insights into the significance of this celestial event.

To begin, let’s take a look at the basic symbolism involved here:

Conjunctions in Aries:
The conjunction of any two celestial bodies is a moment of immense cosmic power and initiation. In Aries, the first sign of the zodiac, this power is amplified, as the sign symbolises new beginnings and a desire for independence from pre-existing conditions and ego-driven influences. This dynamic expression sets the stage for a multitude of thrilling possibilities, evoking a sense of anticipation and excitement.

The potency of this moment lies in its unpredictability and spontaneity, showcasing the pure expression of the new cycle without preconceived notions or agendas. It presents an opportunity to break free from the past and explore diverse experiences that lead to the realisation of the new evolutionary cycle. The mystique of this moment lies in its stormy and arcane nature, initiating the birth of a seminal new process of growth and evolution with the potential to transform our lives and the world around us in profound and meaningful ways.

JUPITER: God of Gods
Jupiter, the king of the gas giants in our solar system, radiates an aura of benevolence and abundance wherever he goes. With his colossal gravitational mass, Jupiter commands great sway over the motion of all planets, even the mighty Sun. As the cosmic pontiff, his influence reaches far and wide, inspiring us to push beyond the boundaries of our mundane experience and embark on a quest to better understand the laws of nature and our place within the universe. In the fiery sign of Aries, Jupiter ignites our individual pursuit of truth, encouraging us to explore the depths of our own unique way of looking at the world, usually on our own terms. Through our intrepid view of life, we gain wisdom, cultivate our distinctive moral compass, and deepen our faith in the interconnectedness of all things.

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Yet, like any power source, Jupiter’s energy can have a darker side. His tendency to inflate and magnify can lead us to excessive greed, licentious indulgence, extravagance, and hubris. The old proverb “with great power comes great responsibility” is a cautionary reminder of Jupiter’s potential to drive us towards excess and immoral behaviour. It underscores the importance of acting with prudence and mindfulness, balancing Jupiter’s abundant energy with our own sense of wisdom and accountability. By doing so, we can tap into the boundless potential of Jupiter’s power while avoiding its grossly distasteful downsides.

ERIS: The Night Queen
Eris, a distant dwarf planet discovered in 2005 at the outermost edge of the Kuiper belt, remains a controversial yet potent symbol in astrology. Named after the Greek goddess of discord and strife, Eris represents a dark and elusive energy characterised by profound alienation, rejection, and banishment. This energy often stirs up intense feelings of envy, rivalry, and vengeance. Envy serves as the underlying motivator for both Eris’s positive and negative aspects, inspiring competitiveness and a drive for inclusion, but it can also manifest as spite, contention, and bitterness resulting from exclusion and even violence and all-out war.

Due to her ultra-slow motion, the challenges posed by Eris are chronically chaotic and terminally irrevocable, leading to long periods of utter chaos and discord, war and widespread disease, famine and pestilence; her powerful yet subtle powers over the collective can serve as a cultural motivator, pushing all humanity towards finding coordinated solutions toward self-improvement and driving us to reach our full evolutionary potential as a species.

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However, the emotional impact of Eris can only be seen through the lens of psychoanalytic theory, particularly the concept of Freud’s “return of the repressed.” At the most individual level, Eris represents the surfacing of long-repressed, generationally disowned and unsightly elements in our subconscious that, if not given access to consciousness and the ego’s executive functions to work through them, can surface as neurotic or somatised symptoms. Generally, significant transits affect the entire mass of humans, as in the Eris-Pluto squares (2020-2022).

When it erupts, Eris’s disruptive energy can result in psychological crises and breakdowns as deeply repressed, transgenerational, or ancestral engrams randomly surface, accumulate en masse, and erupt into the collective consciousness. Eris can be particularly challenging for the collective ego to metabolise, as she symbolises women’s repressed rage at patriarchal oppression. This could manifest in various ways, such as the #MeToo movement, which brought to light the repressed trauma and rage of countless women who had been silenced for too long.

Eris’s impact extends beyond just gender-related issues, as she has a significant influence on various social and political issues, including those related to race, refugees, homelessness, unemployment, and LGBTQ rights. Eris serves as a potent symbol for all repressed, marginalised, and disowned elements in society, motivating us to confront and integrate these aspects to promote personal and collective growth and evolution. Eris represents the need for balance and rebirth in our lives and urges us to confront our fears and take an inner journey to our shadow side, the parts of ourselves that we may want to control or deny. When we suppress these aspects, they take on a life of their own in our shadow, draining our personal power and making it challenging to regain.

JUPITER & ERIS IN MYTHOLOGY:
To fully grasp the intricate relationship between Jupiter and Eris, it’s essential to explore their mythological connection. Eris, the goddess of chaos and discord, was closely tied to the earth. According to legend, humans needed to acknowledge her to live well and bring out their best, or risk succumbing to their worst, most hideous traits. This ruthless contest for recognition underlines the importance of the earth’s natural selection processes, which can result in adaptive evolution or outright extinction. It emphasises the importance of accepting the earth’s periodic potential for chaos and disorder as part of her natural means for preserving balance among all applicable species on this planet.

One famous story that exemplifies the complex relationship between Jupiter and Eris involves the wedding of Peleus and Thetis. Eris was excluded from the ceremony and feast because she was deemed too much of a troublemaker. In retaliation, she threw a golden apple into the crowd with “for the fairest” inscribed on it, sparking a dispute among the most elite goddesses as each claimed to be the fairest of them all.

Motivated by his desire to eliminate the idle and cultivate only the most enterprising, worshipful humans, Jupiter exploited Eris’s disruptive nature to further his agenda. Collaborating with Themis, the goddess of natural law and social justice, he persuaded Eris to throw the golden apple with its seeds of discord into the event, fully aware that it would unleash repressed tensions and conflicts among the elite goddesses. This ignited a bitter contest among them, eventually escalating into the prolonged Trojan War.

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Interestingly, the Trojan War ended much as it started. By throwing the “seeds of discord” over the fence, from end to end, Eris had her hand in the whole debacle.

In Greek mythology, the humans of that time were believed to be becoming increasingly idle and decadent, leading to a decline in their morality and overall quality of life. Jupiter saw this decline and thought it necessary to cull the population to preserve the best and most virtuous individuals. The chaos caused by the golden apple was seen as a means to this end, as it allowed for a natural selection process to take place, weeding out those who were not competent or virtuous enough to survive the ensuing conflict. This belief in the need for natural selection is a common theme in many mythologies and is often used to justify tragic events or wars.

Eris’s ability to bring to the surface long-suppressed internal conflicts that have the potential to cause destruction makes her a vital agent in maintaining the balance of nature. She serves as Nemesis’s enforcer, the goddess of divine retribution and vengeance, punishing those who exhibit hubris, excessive pride, or worthlessness. Through her presence, she serves as a warning to those who seek to disrupt or not contribute to the natural order. For those who aren’t part of nature’s evolutionary plan, Nemesis’s retribution is sure to follow.

The complex relationship between Jupiter and Eris highlights the role of chaos and disorder in the natural order of things. Jupiter sought to maintain balance by culling the increasingly idle and decadent human population, and he believed the war was a necessary tool to achieve this. He manipulated Eris’s disruptive tendencies to create conflict, but ultimately, his arrogance and hubris could not overcome Themis’s commitment to natural law. Although the war claimed numerous lives, it served as a poignant reminder that nature has a way of restoring balance, and ultimately, perfect order will always prevail.

HISTORICAL SIGNIFICANCE:
Looking at the most recent cycle of Jupiter and Eris in Aries, which began on May 5, 2011, we can glean how several important events that occurred at the time became seminal to the themes that have shaped our current world. Looking back at this cycle’s events can provide insight into the current state of affairs and where we may be heading in the future cycle. It’s essential to examine each cycle’s significance, particularly in terms of how it relates to the themes of excess, hubris and the chaos, and disorder that follows to restore the natural order of things. Let’s explore each of these events and their relevance to our present circumstances.

Royal Wedding of Prince William and Kate Middleton (April 29, 2011): This signature event marked the beginning of a decade of deterioration and undermining incidents that have all but brought down the relevance of the British monarchy. Fergie’s snub from the wedding list could be an example of spawning the seeds of envy and discord, classic themes associated with Eris. The subsequent scandals involving the royal family, including the departure of ‘spare’ Harry and the unceremonious dumping of Prince Andrew due to his alleged sex offences, could be seen as a result of the need for natural selection and culling of the idle and unworthy, which are themes associated with the Jupiter/Eris.
On April 30, 2011, during the annual White House Correspondents’ Dinner, President Obama made a comedic speech, which included cutting jokes about Donald Trump’s questioning of Obama’s birth certificate and belittling his reality show, The Apprentice. This incident reflects all the dynamics of arrogance, envy, and revenge of the Jupiter-Eris themes. Trump’s signature hubristic ego was humiliated by Obama’s remarks, seeding a campaign of revenge against the President, which culminated in Trump’s inauguration as US president on Jan 19, 2017, precisely at the exact opposition (culmination) of the Jupiter/Eris cycle.
Death of Osama bin Laden (May 2, 2011): This event marked the end of a long period of international conflict and terrorism, which began around the conjunction of the previous Jupiter/Eris cycle in 1999. The killing of bin Laden could be seen as an example of Nemesis’s retribution, associated with global hubris and excessive pride.
Syrian Civil War (started on March 15, 2011): Although a ceasefire proposed by Kofi Annan, which was intended to begin on April 12, 2012, failed in stopping the violence in Syria and by the end of the month, this ongoing conflict evolved into a prime example of the widespread chaos and disorder that Jupiter/Eris can bring to the surface. Over the next 12 years, the war would lead to the displacement of millions of Syrians throughout Europe and the loss of countless lives.
Fukushima Nuclear Disaster (March 11, 2011): The monumental environmental disaster of our times was caused just before the Jupiter/Eris conjunction by a massive earthquake and tsunami. Although natural phenomena are part of the natural balance and order of the planet, it brought the destructiveness of man’s hubris into line at the end of April when it was discovered that officials refused to admit the extent of the nuclear disaster to sea life for weeks.
A NEW CYCLE 2023-2035
Collective/Cultural Shifts:
The penultimate Jupiter/Eris cycle brings to a crescendo the evolutionary initiatives that began about 100 years ago, heralding a revolution of a whole new cultural and societal paradigm. More and more during this time, outdated norms and traditions will come increasingly under fire, as societies rush to adapt to rapidly changing global conditions. Those that fail to acclimate may find themselves on the losing side of a process akin to Darwin’s ‘natural selection’, where advantageous traits are selected for and the less advantageous fall by the wayside, facing complete obliteration or extinction.

While predicting the winners and losers in this process can be difficult, history has shown that empires that cling too tightly to their faltering ideologies and fanciful concepts often fall to nature’s mysterious forces. Since Jupiter/Eris’ traditional “thinning out the pack” tactics – such as wars, famines, and disease epidemics – become less effective in the face of science, we may see the spread of more internalised forms of conflict and attrition setting in – ones that require individuals and communities to examine their own moral, ethical, and spiritual values.

Over the next 12 years, in the burgeoning age of the all-knowing machine deities, we can expect significant shifts in societal and cultural values, powerfully empire-quaking tremors requiring individuals to adapt and evolve more spiritually and holistically. In the age of information, the pressure to stay relevant and up-to-date with the latest insights and core values is higher than ever. Those who fail to adapt or update their beliefs risk being left behind, while those who can effectively leverage technology and innovation may thrive.

Across the board, this Jupiter/Eris cycle may serve as a significant turning point for those civilizations and empires unable or unwilling to adapt to changing times. It is up to individuals and communities to embrace these shifts and move accordingly, using them as opportunities for growth, prosperity and outright (inner/outer) evolution.

Personal Significance:
For the cutting-edge individual, this Jupiter/Eris cycle marks the beginning of a profound journey of self-discovery and evolution. In the face of complex and rapidly changing circumstances, we must be able to adapt quickly and effectively if we are to survive and thrive. By delving deep into our own psyche, confronting our repressed fears and limitations, and pushing the boundaries of our inner wisdom and adaptability to our environment, we can develop the tools and resilience we need to succeed in a constantly evolving world. Only by embracing this inner journey can we hope to maintain the cutting edge personally and keep pace with the challenges and opportunities that lie ahead. Alongside this inner work comes the urgency to work on our relationships.

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In existing personal relationships, especially intimate ones, the Jupiter/Eris conjunction indicates a new period of increased rivalry and tension as partners may feel a heightened desire for recognition and validation, which could lead to arguments over issues of power and control if we are accustomed to a certain level of dominion. At the same time, repressed tensions and conflicts may rise to the surface, potentially leading to more frequent and intense disagreements. If not handled with care, these periods could result in a relationship breakdown or a power struggle that perpetuates the discord into the next decade.

If you’re starting a new relationship during this time, it’s possible that you may fail to suspect that the association is solely intended to completely rewire you or “wipe you out,” as you may be caught up in the heady excitement of romance and egotistical hubris of it all. However, if you consistently feel drained, unsupported, or manipulated in any relationship, new or old, it may be time to reassess its true purpose. On the other hand, it’s also possible that the relationship is testing your competency, forcing you to adapt your manner by emulating a trait you possess. By learning to master and mature your person, you may be able to turn any relationship into a valuable learning experience and emerge stronger and wiser. The key is to stay mindful of your personal needs and boundaries and stay true to your values, even in the face of potential challenges.

Career Prospects:
In the career arena, the penultimate Jupiter/Eris Aries cycle is expected to intensify the already cutthroat and competitive climate, particularly with the rising advancements in automation, robotics, and artificial intelligence (AI) replacing many existing roles in the employment marketplace. As machines become more proficient in performing complex humanoid-only tasks and perform executive decision-making with unerring precision, workers who fail to acclimate and acquire new skills may struggle to find their footing in the emerging new landscape. The pressure to compete with machines and keep pace with rapidly evolving technology may escalate rivalry and tension among coworkers as everyone contends for recognition and promotion in an increasingly overcrowded and uncertain job market.

Those capable of flourishing in tomorrow’s demanding environment will likely be those who can not only effectively leverage the power of technology and innovate in their respective fields but can stay in touch with the natural earth’s needs. Individuals and companies who can adapt to new technologies and acquire new skills will be in high demand as employers search for people who can assist them in staying ahead of the curve and maintaining competitiveness in an ever-evolving marketplace.

Additionally, under this penultimate Aries cycle, we may find enterprising ways to express our unique skills and services as self-driven individuals by more efficiently utilising new technologies and relying less on huge staff and labour personnel. The Jupiter/Eris conjunction may present an opportunity for workers to test their competencies, prompting them to develop new skills and adapt to the changing demands of their professions. However, this process of growth and evolution may be daunting as workers navigate the uncertainties and pressures of a rapidly changing job market. However the future landscape turns out, one thing is sure – those who are adaptable and open to learning will be better positioned to thrive in the coming years. It’s a time of both challenge and opportunity and by embracing the possibilities of innovation and skill-building, we can chart a course towards a more fulfilling and sustainable future."

[onawah]

“Wounded in Action”: MARS SQUARE CHIRON
April 29, 2023 ASTROLOGY OF NOW
https://angstoic.com/2023/04/wounded-in-action-mars-square-chiron/#respond
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'It’s not you; it’s the world…'

Everyone copes with vast, external changes differently; some people (men) may need more time or support to adjust to the all weird stuff that’s happening with everyone, within you. It’s frustrating, and it’s hard not to take it personally, especially when your masculinity is hinging on it, but things are in such heavy recalibration with that -women’s, as well as men’s, masculinity is taking such a pounding, it’s okay to take things one day at a time.

Mars in Cancer can be easily triggered, especially under the square from Chiron, which may open up old emotional wounds. It’s not just you, everyone’s ‘masculine’ is feeling a bit roughed up, everyone’s feelings are valid -not just our own. If you spiral into the belief that only your feelings are worth defending, anger and conflicts can easily escalate. Mars/Chiron is also impacted by a hard aspect from Saturn, raising the propensity for frustration, denial, and delay in dealing with emotionally triggering situations, especially around abandonment and rejection. It could be paralysing, especially on the ‘marital relations’. Chill out. Don’t take it personally.

– Pacify, don’t Massify.

The pain I feel as a man is like an unrelenting shadow that follows me wherever I go. It’s a dull ache that tugs at my heart and leaves me feeling lost and disconnected. Growing up, I was taught to be strong, suppress my emotions, “man up, “, and callously push through any pain. But this attitude only served to bury my wounds deeper and left me feeling like a fraud.

My masculine wounds run deep, stemming from a childhood marked by a string of abandonments, absent fathers, exposure to toxic masculinity, and societal pressures to conform to rigid gender roles. I grew up feeling like I had to prove my masculinity at every turn, ridiculed if I didn’t, even if it meant sacrificing my own well-being. It’s a feeling that still haunts me to this day.

But it’s not just the external pressures that have wounded me. My own internalised beliefs about what it means to be a man have also contributed to my pain. I’ve struggled with feelings of inadequacy and shame for not being “man enough,” for not measuring up to some imaginary standard of manliness.

Throughout my life, wounds around my masculinity have been triggered in countless ways; triggers that left me feeling small and powerless, from being rejected by a love interest to feeling like I’m not living up to my potential. But I’ve also learned that these triggers can be a path to healing.

Through various therapies and much deep self-reflection, I’ve been able to confront the wounds of my masculinity and begin the process of healing. I’ve learned to embrace vulnerability, express my emotions, and reject the toxic cultural paradigms that have held me back for so long. It’s an ongoing journey, but I’m grateful for the progress I’ve made.

In the end, the pain I feel as a man is not unique to me. It’s a pain that is shared by countless others who have been wounded by toxic masculinity and societal expectations. But by acknowledging our wounds and working to heal them, we can break free from the shackles of a flawed and toxic masculinity and embrace a new, healthier way of being."

More on MARS/CHIRON:https://angstoic.com/2021/09/mars-chiron-healing-the-wounded-masculine-2/

[Applesprig]

Thanks for posting these onawah. For me, the deep delving I’ve been doing recently into astrology has been off the hook. I’ve realized that as we evolve our astrology is evolving and becoming richer with meaning. The pluto/uranus square that we have been experiencing has uncovered so much depth to our life that is glossed over or dismissed. It’s been a hard aspect but has unraveled so much to rebuild better.

My own world has and continues to transform. With my moon at 16º Capricorn and my Mars at 16º Virgo, I’ve been right in the crosshairs of pluto, jupiter and the north-node for months and months. Luckily this trine and the conjuctions has brought some beneficial energy to the square of pluto and uranus.

I’m excited about how the first question I had about astrology, which was, ‘how the hell do they come up with this stuff?’, is now being answered for me as my own mind expands. I wonder if others who have studied astrology for years and years are seeing a change in it also or is it my own experience.

Hi Tessfreq, I am not sure if this first attempt at highlighting a quote will work. Here goes ....Astrology indeed is evolving , at first it was about the inner planets, as we discoved the outer planets eg Uranus, Neptune, Pluto, so our understanding of our relationship to our solar system expands, ultimately to the cosmos. It becomes more finely tuned , more subtle, greater nuances and can be personalised to a greater degree than say during the middle ages.

[tessfreq]

Hi Applesprig,
thank you for your comment and bringing me back to this thread. So full of rich info to read. I appreciate you talking about the eclipses and how to read them in the chart. I've noticed them in natal charts but hadn't focused on them, yet.

and thanks for speaking of the evolution of astrology. I'm still constantly amazed with the new aspects and interpretations being explored, like with fixed stars for example. So much fun.

[Applesprig]

Hi Tessfreq , Astrology is fun and a useful tool for understanding what is going on with your loved ones. Onawah has sumitted loads of really good stuff on this thread.

[tessfreq]

THIS WORK:

"The pain I feel as a man is like an unrelenting shadow that follows me wherever I go. It’s a dull ache that tugs at my heart and leaves me feeling lost and disconnected. Growing up, I was taught to be strong, suppress my emotions, “man up, “, and callously push through any pain. But this attitude only served to bury my wounds deeper and left me feeling like a fraud.

My masculine wounds run deep, stemming from a childhood marked by a string of abandonments, absent fathers, exposure to toxic masculinity, and societal pressures to conform to rigid gender roles. I grew up feeling like I had to prove my masculinity at every turn, ridiculed if I didn’t, even if it meant sacrificing my own well-being. It’s a feeling that still haunts me to this day.

But it’s not just the external pressures that have wounded me. My own internalised beliefs about what it means to be a man have also contributed to my pain. I’ve struggled with feelings of inadequacy and shame for not being “man enough,” for not measuring up to some imaginary standard of manliness.

Throughout my life, wounds around my masculinity have been triggered in countless ways; triggers that left me feeling small and powerless, from being rejected by a love interest to feeling like I’m not living up to my potential. But I’ve also learned that these triggers can be a path to healing.

Through various therapies and much deep self-reflection, I’ve been able to confront the wounds of my masculinity and begin the process of healing. I’ve learned to embrace vulnerability, express my emotions, and reject the toxic cultural paradigms that have held me back for so long. It’s an ongoing journey, but I’m grateful for the progress I’ve made.

In the end, the pain I feel as a man is not unique to me. It’s a pain that is shared by countless others who have been wounded by toxic masculinity and societal expectations. But by acknowledging our wounds and working to heal them, we can break free from the shackles of a flawed and toxic masculinity and embrace a new, healthier way of being."


onawah, THANK YOU! The potential healing in the collective, and the beautiful masculinity that comes from this work fills my heart.
(obviously i do not have the 'reply with quotes' down, sorry)

[onawah]

I've started a new thread here: https://projectavalon.net/forum4/showthread.php?121037-General-Discussion-on-Astrology&p=1554723#post1554723
...for the purpose of general discussions about astrology.
And there is a subforum for Astrology, with many threads there that are more specific here: https://projectavalon.net/forum4/forumdisplay.php?169-Astrology


Astrology indeed is evolving

...and thanks for speaking of the evolution of astrology.

[Applesprig]

Onawah, Sorry about that , I will remove my posts. I had not seen the other Astrology links, thanks for enlightening me.

[onawah]

“Three-Headed Dog”: PLUTO’s RETROGRADE and the NODAL SQUARES 2023
May 2, 2023
ASTROLOGY OF NOW,
https://angstoic.com/2023/05/three-headed-dog-plutos-retrograde-and-the-nodal-squares-2023/

"Pluto’s first retrograde in Aquarius, where the ‘old Black Hand of Fate’, has spent hardly 5 weeks. Pluto now heads back into Capricorn, where, from June to next January, exacts the finishing touches upon humanity’s obsession with posting status updates, corporate wealth control and widespread social reforms and restrictions. Governing the psychological processes of transformation, rebirth, and power, when Pluto enters its retrograde period, which happens once a year for about six months, we backtrack over some of the deep-seated control dramas experienced over the past few months, reviewing where we have lost and gained traction with the world around us, where we have reclaimed power, healed traumas and where we have gouged deeper into our sense of impotence and ineffectiveness.

When Pluto is retrograde, it appears to be moving backwards in its orbit. Its energy becomes more internalised, making it a time for introspection and self-reflection; our goal is to transcend unknown quantities within ourselves and bridge the gap between lower life and the higher, evolutionary self. Achieving this allows us to get more in touch with our real identity, which is essentially good. However, dropping off elements that are no longer necessary for our own personal growth can be hard since confronting deep psychological issues related to disintegration, death, and renewal is difficult. Our ego is often so attached to the exterior that we struggle to pause and go internally to face our shadow self.

The backtracking journey into the depths of one’s soul is an arduous task, yet a necessary one to face the challenges of the fate that awaits us. Though we have made gone through some changes in the power redistribution of our relationships since old dark-face went into his Rx shadow zone, Pluto’s retrograde tests our integrity and demands that we confront the symbolic disintegration, death, and renewal that must happen in order to commit. It is a solitary experience, without rehearsal, and though we go through this **** every year, each period is unique. Even if there are recurring themes in your relationships over the past 3-4 years, they are infused with prior experiences, and the actual issues are different every time. It can take years before the impact of current loss and renewal issues wanes, and what’s been happening in the background – culturally, politically, economically etc certainly acts as an underlying theme for many other, more quickly passing transits.

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When Pluto enters its retrograde shadow zone, it will form a partile aspect (an aspect within one degree of exactness) with any natal planets or points in that zone three times: first when it enters the shadow zone, second when it stations retrograde, and third when it exits the shadow zone.
• Pluto enters retrograde zone/shadow on January 8, 2023, at 27°♑︎53′
• Pluto stations and turns retrograde on May 1, 2023, at 0°♒︎ 22′Rx
• Pluto stations and turns direct on October 10, 2023, at 27°♑︎53′
• Pluto leaves retrograde zone/shadow on February 1, 2024, at 0°♒︎22′

This triple hit of Pluto’s partile aspect can bring about intense and transformative experiences for individuals with natal planets or points in that zone. The energy of Pluto, which is already intense and transformative on its own, is further amplified by the three-part aspect. This can lead to a deep and profound inner transformation, often accompanied by external changes and upheavals.The more isolated the case, the more foreign the experience. The lack of intimate contact with other people makes it difficult to connect your changes to the experience with others and often leads to a more disorienting and disengaged feeling. After all, Pluto acts as a free agent, exhuming suppressed aspects of your inner psyche, and bringing them to the surface to be integrated into your whole self. It can produce an abrupt separation from the past, often experienced as a ‘death,’ but ultimately, once you get past the five stages of grief, leads to a new beginning. The journey to recall our steps and ascend to the upper world requires strength- after all, with his moving out of Capricorn and into Aquarius, we are about to enter a whole new dimension of power struggles. However, by learning to let go of all the Capricornian status, nominal role-playing and obsessions with money, physical body and emotional deadwood bull****, the rewards of personal growth and evolution are worth the struggle.

Pluto squares the Lunar Nodes throughout the rest of this year, felt most strongly in the coming months as a strong, unconscious urge to band together with influential people or organisations, form new associations and explore potential rewards and consequences, more as a primordial urge for survival. It’s a pack thing that, due to the square, doesn’t bode well for our evolutionary purposes. Instead of endowing us with a sense of unity and spec-ial sense of security, this alignment only conjures psychological and karmic-heavy challenges, such as feeling burdened by the mere association with others (wherever the common thread), feeling cramped by their influence and horrendous power struggles. Watch out for the aggravations of that Hadean three-headed dog.

On the plus side, it does help us to find valuable and influential resources who will help us to let go of some of our most toxic, transgenerational baggage and, through others, make significant gains through them, but be warned – these gains will be hard fought and impossible to keep if you’re hoping to bolster your ego or social power and status. A huge phenomenon is happening from now until January. I would say get used to standing on your own, in your own power, and ensuring that others are not playing with your own personal power switches or siphoning your emergency fuel tank. Once trip wires are triggered, **** gets crazy.

Any tendency to manipulate others or seek revenge, objectify or mistreat partners, and deny dealing with the root cause of issues concerning physical or mental well-being will only accelerate breakdowns. The nodal square from Pluto accentuates suppressed or unused energy leading to deranged desires for power or control, potentially causing issues not just among personal relationships (inferiority complexes or crippling inaction), but has every likelihood of busting out into a full-blown mass psychosis. Yes, worse than anything we’ve seen recently and akin (related) to the last Pluto-nodal squares of 2015.

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Now, navigating through the minefield of the next few months is a tenuously precarious journey, and looking at just the transits of this next month (discussed in our most recent lunar eclipse Cosmic Bus episode) is going to take some mindful consideration and a little foresight. Before launching into drastic action, it’s important to ask yourself, “What’s it worth?” – Is it worth taking a heavy risk for potentially light, superficial gains, or is it better to play it safe? Is safety even possible? Are the short-term benefits worth the potential long-term consequences?

Consider what you truly value in this life anymore. You will be asked/pressured/dumped with the situation where you must let go of dead weight in order to move forward. Is it worth sacrificing your values for success or money? Is it worth sacrificing your relationships for career advancement or social status points? Is it worth sacrificing your health or your humanity for a few extra hours of work?

Big, gun-to-the-head style pressures during Pluto’s ultimate Rx period through Capricorn – it’s up to each individual to determine what’s truly worth pursuing in their life. Most of all, take the time to reflect and make conscious decisions based on your inner values and spiritual priorities rather than getting swept up in the chaos and distractions of the world around you."

[onawah]

“Purge These Poisons”: The LUNAR ECLIPSE at 14°58′ SCORPIO
Friday, May 05, 2023, 17:35 UTC
May 5, 2023
ASTROLOGY OF NOW
https://angstoic.com/2023/05/purge-these-poisons-the-lunar-eclipse-at-1458-scorpio-friday-may-05-2023-1735-utc/

(BOLD LETTERS MY EMPHASIS)

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"On Friday, May 5, skywatchers around the world will have the opportunity to witness a penumbral lunar eclipse as the moon passes through the Earth’s outer shadow. Although the moon will not completely disappear, it will partially darken during the eclipse.

The event is expected to begin at approximately 15:15 UTC and, weather permitting and provided you have eagle-eye vision, will be visible from certain regions, including Antarctica, Asia, Russia, Oceania, and Eastern and Central Africa. However, for most people, the shadowing effect will be barely perceptible. The eclipse will reach its peak at 17:24 UTC and end at 19:32 UTC. By the time the moon emerges from the Earth’s shadow, a south node Scorpio lunation will have cast its spell on the entire world.

Eclipses have a long reputation for being associated with unfortunate events and are often perceived as having a predominantly harmful impact on individuals. Even those who don’t care much for astrology are aware of the potential for eclipses to bring bad news. With Mercury currently in retrograde, the fear about this is compounded. In any case, it’s important that we try to convey a deeper understanding of the psychological processes involved in eclipses and how to harness their extraordinary power for personal growth, hopefully dispelling some of the bad press and utilise this rather intense eclipse season as an opportunity for introspection and spiritual development.

THE POWER OF ECLIPSES:
Eclipses occur when the Sun, Moon, and Earth align in a particular way. A lunar eclipse happens when the Earth passes between the Sun and the Moon, casting its shadow on the Moon. This Friday’s eclipse is a penumbral lunar eclipse, which means that the Moon will pass through the Earth’s outer shadow, causing it to darken but not completely disappear. This eclipse is particularly significant as it occurs near the south node, complementing the north node eclipse that occurred two weeks prior. The nodes represent the points where the Moon’s orbit intersects with the Earth’s orbit, symbolising the soul’s evolutionary journey.

Dane Rudhyar, a renowned astrologer of the 20th century, likened the Nodes to a spiritual process of metabolism, where the North Node represents the intake and digestion of new spiritual material (i.e., karmic connections, life directions, and behaviour patterns), and the South Node symbolises the release and elimination of what is no longer needed. While the North Node requires effort and intention to ingest the incoming, the South Node can become an automatic excretion of psychic stagnation or spiritual constipation of everything overly relied upon. Rudhyar suggests that establishing a positive focus of conscious acceptance at the North Node is crucial while consecrating the South Node to a larger ideal to help release it into life. Moreover, Rudhyar notes that a planet conjunct the Nodes can act as a powerful and even compulsive lever to facilitate consciousness.

This is why a lunation occurring on or near the Nodes is so potent and personally impactful. Beyond just being any ordinary New or Full Moon, an eclipse intensifies the effects of the Nodes, since eclipses can only occur when the Moon aligns with the Nodes. Eclipses act as cosmic portals that can accelerate our spiritual growth and evolution by bringing to light the karmic lessons associated with the Nodes. They have the power to reveal hidden truths, trigger a chain of life-altering events, and propel us, whether our ego is ready or not, towards our soul’s purpose. Because of their unfathomable potency, eclipses are often single-handedly respected as the most significant celestial portents of the shifts and turning points in our lives.

A LUNAR ECLIPSE AT THE SOUTH NODE:
A lunar eclipse is a Full Moon with intense spiritual or karmic overtones. Any Full Moon typically heralds the end of something stirring up on the emotional level, reaffirmed by our interpersonal experiences. At a lunar eclipse, our dependency issues, attachments, habits, emotional identifications and investments are temporarily put on hold, only to be unleashed later with overwhelming ferocity.

At this time, we sense the profound power of our lunar consciousness, the soul potential of our most intuitive essence, which speaks to us in the most prophetic and poetic ways, urging us to release those damned things that no longer serve us. If we can see beyond our ignorance and darkness, we may catch a glimpse of the hidden seed of our own future. This sensation is especially obvious when the Moon is eclipsed at the South Node and sensed by many.

The South Node is associated with the past, heritage, and baggage we carry from previous experiences. It illustrates ancestral themes or past connections that either impede our future potential or enable our tendencies to stay resistant, stagnant and concatenated to a far too obsoleted past.

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THE SECOND SCORPIO SOUTH NODE ECLIPSE:
This lunar eclipse occurring at the Scorpio South Node is the second since the nodes shifted into the Taurus/Scorpio Axis in January 2022. The first was in May of last year, but its full effects were hindered by a T-square from Saturn in Aquarius. This time, with Uranus and Mercury Rx aligned along the Sun/Moon axis, it heralds a significant period of uncontrolled disruptions that can trigger the sudden release of our most toxic elements, bringing them wildly out into the open, releasing them into the environment so that they can be seen and dealt with, once and for all.

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Scorpio is known for its intensity, passion, and tendency towards seeking revenge. However, it’s also the sign of the Moon’s indignant ‘fall’, making the Moon uncomfortable in Scorpio. Her emotional energy can become highly volatile and distorted here, leading to exaggerated emotions, impulses, and subconscious desires that are difficult to control. The Scorpio South Node further amplifies this effect, compelling us to cut ties with our karmic past and patterns that we need to release urgently.

This lunar eclipse will bring to light all the unhealthy patterns and behaviours that we need to release. We may be deeply wounded by past grievances, holding a badness towards anyone who threatens us, seek revenge for past ills, and vow to engage in hidden or illicit activities to exact recrimination. The intense energy of Scorpio can fuel our impulses for retribution and condemnation, leading us to hold fury, to harm others and cause conflicts.

Throughout history, our Scorpio verve has been associated with a desire to survive, dominate and control others, and feed off their power, their creative life force. We have become involved in manipulative power games that exploit our race, sex, class, ideology, and gender differences, perpetuating a cycle of ego-stroking and exploitation. Now, amid a planetary alignment that includes a retrograde Pluto forming nodal squares to the explosive Jupiter/Eris combination, we find ourselves at the crescendo of all global crises, at the peak of one international emergency after another, edging around the pits of a collective psychic turmoil, with an overwhelming need to break away from this absurd state of spiritual paralysis.

On both a personal and collective level, it is becoming clear that continuing on this path will lead to devastating losses, including war, financial extortion and fraud, and the sudden onset of soul-debilitating diseases and mental derangement. The social situation is so dire that its dehumanising element is becoming personally sickening. It is time for us to confront our shadows and release ourselves from the unhealthy patterns and behaviours that hold us back from true healing and growth.

MOVING THROUGH THIS:
Unless we heed the North Node call of duty to defend the truth, the lunar eclipse has the power to stir up a sense of despair and restlessness that may leave us feeling trapped in a dark night of the soul. If we are plagued by interminable psychic woes and haunted by the imminent threat of failure and loss, it may be a sign that we need to confront the self-created patterns that have brought us to this point. In this moment of darkness, we may find a glimmer of courage to stop cowering; find the moral fortitude to go against the grain; cease expecting that someone else (our government?) will help us to break out of this transgenerational curse of power and control and embrace love, generosity and the pursuit of freedom. This issue is bigger than politics, much more difficult to comprehend by mere science alone.

It is time to accept that nobody is coming to rescue us. We can only save ourselves from this pitiful abyss of cowardice, loathing, and self-contempt. It is time to chart a new course and boldly move towards greater self-reliance and the ability to stand on our own, for ourselves, on our own terms.

Eclipses present an opportunity for inner work but require a willingness to venture into the darkness and see the source of evil with new eyes. The eyes of the soul. This participatory approach allows us to work symbolically with life’s unpleasant and painful aspects rather than merely reacting to them or trying to reason and argue our way out of them. During eclipse times, the interrelationship between the Sun (Mind), Earth (Body), and Moon (Soul) becomes apparent, and the primary symbolism of the Nodes manifests in real life. By attuning ourselves to this celestial energy, we can gain valuable insights and experience personal growth.

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During this time, it’s possible to work with the energies of the nodes, which can help us to grow and evolve on a psychological and spiritual level.

many blessings xx "

[onawah]

“Caught in the Crossfire”: FIXED GRAND CROSS, MAY 21
May 8, 2023 ASTROLOGY OF NOW
https://angstoic.com/2023/05/caught-in-the-crossfire-fixed-grand-cross-may-21/
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"Eclipse season is over; now we can start pulling apart the aftermath, and the epic event of May 21 [major David v Goliath action brewing around next New Moon].

When planets are locked in a fixed pattern, they create unyielding and persistent energy structures. In the forthcoming grand cross along the Taurus North Node and Scorpio South Node Axis, which is being squared by Pluto from Aquarius, the earthy and unwavering energy of Taurus, expounded by the ingressing Jupiter, seeks to be balanced by the emotional depth and complexity of Scorpio. Though Taurus is associated with form and stability, Scorpio, ruled by transformative Pluto, represents the release of attachment to forms and the recognition of their impermanence. We are seeing this currently thanks to the recent Scorpio Lunar Eclipse, as the two signs complement each other, with the most toxic elements of Scorpio mirrored by Taurus, offering a place to land, be buried (or earthed), become regenerative ‘wormfood’ and their karmic cycle complete.

The Earth, caught in the crossfire of this lunar eclipse between the Sun and Moon, is a living organism with her own intelligence and ecosystem. She is our physical home and has been neglected and exploited for centuries. However, as our understanding of the Earth evolves, we begin to recognise her sacredness and appreciate her vibrancy and interconnectedness. I include the Earth in every reading, since she affirms the central ‘here/now’ perspective which is essential to expanding our psychospiritual worldview beyond a geocentric perspective.

In considering the fixed Nodes being intersected, not just by the eclipse, but the planetary T-Square later this month, we see the Earth’s dual role as central to the Moon’s orbit and peripheral to the Sun. Their conjunction at New Moon (at the anaretic of Taurus) reflects the dynamic relationship between centre and periphery, which is present in various aspects of creation, from the solar system to the cellular and subatomic worlds.

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As many of you know, I’ve been foreshadowing the theme of “David and Goliath” a lot lately, a biblical theme whose archetypal symbology is etched throughout the annals of time and immortalised in stone by many an artist – one in particular – that of Piscean artist, Michelangelo di Lodovico Buonarroti…

As the story goes, David, was a well-known biblical hero an unlikely underdog who stood against the giant Goliath – a seemingly unbeatable foe. It is a metaphor and not to be taken literally, like much of my work. It’s up to you to make what you will of it, and I provide it here, with love, for your entertainment. In the story, David, a young shepherd boy, faces off against the Philistine giant, Goliath, in a battle that everyone expects him to lose. However, David is able to defeat Goliath by using his wit and skill with a sling and stone, ultimately becoming a hero and the future king of Israel.

The suggestive significance of the David and Goliath story lies in its representation of the triumph of the weak over the strong, the powerless over the powerful, and the small over the large. It’s a tale of courage, determination, and ingenuity in the face of seemingly insurmountable odds. As I mentioned earlier, it has been immortalised in various forms of art and literature throughout history.

In the coming fortnight, we will be drawing on this archetypal symbolism and using it to foreshadow a similar theme in my own astrological interpretations. As it stands, thanks to my recent issues with Facebook, I may be figuratively pitted as the allegorical “David” figure, fighting against an unbeatable opponent or challenging a dominant power structure, and so drawing inspiration from the story’s message of perseverance and determination to add further potency to the narrative. However, I do not see myself as the instrumental character in my own work – I am neither annoyed nor invigorated to rebel against the machine, merely here to draw from my own experiences and to use whatever medium to tell the story, as in the many artists who have been inspired by the David and Goliath story…

So, as it seems, in my research for my most recent article on Eris/Jupiter, I discovered a most interesting, yet little-known fact: Eris was last around the exact critical (26º) degree of Aries in 1500-1503, conjunct Jupiter (as she is now) in 1501. This period was remarkable for several reasons, which I would like to discuss with you, but kindly read the article for more context: https://angstoic.com/2023/04/jupiter-eris-survival-of-the-wisest/

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[onawah]

"Stubborn Defiance” – SUN CONJUNCT URANUS at 18°56′ TAURUS, Tuesday, May 09, 19:56 UTC
May 9, 2023
https://angstoic.com/2023/05/stubborn-defiance-sun-conjunct-uranus-at-1856-taurus-tuesday-may-09-1956-utc/

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"When the Sun aligns with Uranus, all subtlety goes out the window…

Instead, we see bold attempts to grab attention, and those with unchecked egos will lose it, override caution and any consideration for others and do all kinds of crazy, unexpected stuff. Whilst Uranus can bring breakthroughs, it can also provoke shocking twists and turns on our life path, leading to resentment and rebellion. To harness Uranean energy, we must wake up to our true selves, dispel ignorance and fear, and act independently from the influence of others. This is incredibly hard to do under a Sun/Uranus conjunction when the drive for freedom and “truth-telling” becomes amplified, and wildly erratic, over-blasted displays of obstinance and free will ultimately lead to sudden shifts and major, unforeseen life changes….

Watch out for those who are a bit ungrounded, whose damaged, twisted view of reality has managed to warp their entire mainframe manifesto. Their whole worldview and ideology on life may be hinging on any excuse to erupt into unexpected catastrophic efforts at reinventing themselves.

Whilst not always necessary, chaotic situations do help us deal with ourselves more directly and honestly to reform ourselves, especially where freedom and reasonableness have been long suppressed, and a sudden outbreak has occurred. In any emergency, the Sun on Uranus stimulates intuition and accelerates willpower into taking timely action, leading to exciting solutions that draw out an instant grasp of the overall situation and provide a chance to act in an executive or leadership capacity. For those most obstinately ignorant individuals, or even entire tribes who have defied the laws of nature, whose ego is so far up their own buttholes they cannot possibly see any light, big upsets that require enormous cooperation, like rescue efforts after a massive disaster (**see earthquakes/revolutions) will usually snap out of their self-defeating oblivion and recognise the brilliance of other peoples’ ideas and know when to defer to them and cooperate (or bust).

Although Uranus will not pander to the ego, its conjunction to the Taurus Sun helps to awaken us to our self-reliant authenticity and creative ways to harness the earth’s abundance to make a go of things on our own, in our own, undulating terms. Any self-insight gained at this point ultimately helps us take off, like a rocket, in dynamic new directions. However, stubborn egos can become our worst enemy here, and unyielding standoffs – where neither side is willing to give a penny or an inch, will lead to protracted clashes, uprooting confrontations and wars of attrition. This is where Uranus, crestfallen in Taurus, shows its ultimate destructive power. It is difficult to use Uranian energy to act swiftly and adapt to changing circumstances in an easy, reasonable manner. In one sense, the slowness of Taurus can help us avoid impulsive actions and rushing decisions that lack consideration for others. In another, once decisions have been made, they can take ‘ages’ to unlock or reverse.

In any case, after this transit, our individual perspective and staunch individuality become clearer, more defined and stubbornly determined, and it will be easier to willingly separate ourselves from the masses and be our own, autonomous selves."

[onawah]

“The Abduction of Kore”: Lessons from an Untimely Loss of Innocence
May 13, 2023
ASTROLOGY OF NOW
https://angstoic.com/2023/05/the-abduction-of-kore-lessons-from-an-untimely-loss-of-innocence/
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"During her internment in Hades, Kore found herself overcome by depression, her future (and innocence) permanently snuffed away from her, her hypnotically induced state rendering her almost catatonic- precisely the state in which Hades preferred to have his captive maidens.

Yet, on the day the herald Hermes (Mercury) descended into the underworld to deliver the message that Zeus (Jupiter), god of gods, had commanded Kore’s immediate return to her mother, the newly-crowned underworld goddess Persephone suddenly came alive with eager anticipation. However, in her excitement at the news, Kore’s exuberance got the better of her, and she eagerly accepted a parting gift from Hades- a few pomegranate seeds.

In her eagerness to return to middle earth, she consumed the seeds, likely hoping to reclaim her former sweetness and supple nature. Little did she know that this seemingly innocuous act would seal her fate as Hades’ unwilling concubine for a good portion of each year…

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With a thunderous roar, the earth ruptured asunder, unleashing the insatiable fury of edgelord Hades (Pluto) upon the world. Riding in his chariot, he brazenly seized Kore, ravished her, and then swallowed her whole, dragging her into the chthonic pits of his shadowy chambers. In many respects, this grim event acts out his own tormented youth, marred by the trauma of being devoured by his father (Kronos/Saturn), only to perpetuate the cycle of abuse as an adult…

Of course, the Hadean myth gained notoriety, with its defining incident in which the dark underlord violently snatches the innocent and radiant Kore, forcibly making her his own, then coercing her to share his throne in the dismal Underworld as his eternal queen consort, now known as Persephone.

Could this hideous abduction have been his twisted attempt to bridge his inhuman chasm of loneliness with another? Was he ignorant of the fact that no one can truly love or honour another under such oppressive conditions? Even to this day, forceful Plutonians who demand to own and control others struggle to earn genuine love and respect; they resort to manipulative tactics, gaslighting and sinister threats.

Hades fiercely guarded his subterranean realm, rarely venturing into the world of light and air without his special helmet of invisibility – just like those Plutonians and Scorpionic individuals who often don trademark sunglasses and facemasks to obscure their deviousness from the world and create an aura of mystery, unnerving the other gods the most, because they never knew whose conversations he was secretly monitoring, hoping to gather dirt which he would later use either to destroy you, get you imprisoned, and if that failed, have you snuffed out completely by his minions and his men in black…

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When she found out, Demeter (Ceres) was beside herself with grief and anger, her sorrow causing the fertile land to become dry and more barren. Zeus, ruler of middle earth and all its humans, worried about the future of the planet and demanded a compromise: Kore would spend half of every year in the Underworld as Hades’ queen, and Demeter was allowed to go on strike, creating the non-vegetative seasons of autumn and winter.

But even this compromise was not enough to quell Demeter’s despair. As she withdrew her blessings from the land, famine and pestilence continued to ravage the earth. The changing climate seemed unstoppable, and Demeter’s sorrow only fueled it further.

Meanwhile, Hades.com (Pluto in Aquarius) who ruled over the ever-increasing zombified population of the digital Underworld, with souls of the newly dead and the damned logging into its gates every day, made sure that the world would never be the same again. And though Kore was reunited with her mother for half of every year, she was never quite the innocent young maiden again, having subscribed to Hades’ incredibly sexy, intelligence-enhancing powers.

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“Moving the Immovable”: TAURUS NEW MOON LUNATION REPORT

We said from the start (ARIES EQUINOX) that this was going to be an incredible year, like no other: From the offset, a double-Aries lunation - the first at the world axis, the second, a hybrid solar eclipse - heralding the inception of a brave new being that would boldly step up to expose and go head to head against the Plutonian darkness. Last week's lunar eclipse in Scorpio packed a cosmic gut punch, and you can try to reason all kinds of fancy rhetoric into the current picture, but it is clear that humanity (and probably you, too) are in for a phenomenally truculent ride.

Next Friday's Taurus New Moon brings both good and bad news as it revolves around the Grand T-Square gridlock of ultra-fixed egos. Blame-shifting through selective amnesia is a common tactic employed by malicious individuals, and it all stems from an abusive person's unwillingness to take responsibility for their hurtful actions."

[onawah]

JUPITER IN TAURUS (16 May 2023- 26 May 2024)
May 17, 2023
ASTROLOGY OF NOW
https://angstoic.com/2023/05/jupiter-in-taurus-16-may-2023-26-may-2024/

"A Farewell to Aries
The great benefic, Jupiter, now at the edge of his celestial dance in Aries, illuminates the heavens with a final burst of incandescent sparks. Very soon, this mighty planet gracefully traverses over into the lush, fertile pastures of Taurus, bidding farewell to the fiery realm he has ignited for much of the past year. In his inception, he brings with him a child whose innocence is about to be introduced to the physical delights of this world.

This shift marks the end of a spectacular chapter that has inspired us to embrace our passions, explore wild new frontiers, and boldly push the boundaries of our existence. Since May 2022, Jupiter in Aries has taught us to show less resistance when it comes to asserting what we believe to be ethically or morally right. We also learned to question and challenge those who demand moral justice without showing just cause.

Regardless of your previous attitude on things, it is likely that the inclination to adopt a new outlook has become engendered in you, or perhaps you were pushed into one. In any sense, the spark of sacrosanctity – the grandeur, passion, and transcendental nature of our drive to assert ourselves and fight for causes greater than death has been ignited.

As we witness Jupiter’s last hurrah in the dynamic sign of Aries, we can’t help but feel a sense of gratitude for the transformative experiences it has gifted us over the past year. We are prepared, and with bated breath, we eagerly anticipate the next phase of Jupiter’s journey and the opportunities it will bring as he transitions into the fixed-earth realm of Taurus.

Jupiter in Transit: The Roving Benefactor
Jupiter transits leave a profound impact on us, opening doors to new opportunities and inspiring us to strive for future possibilities. When our chart is blessed with a Jupiter transit, some kind of personal growth is encouraged, and either through travel or study we are urged to expand our mundane experiences and engage in more extroverted and socially active pursuits. With a reassuring tap on the shoulder, Jupiter instils confidence and a sense of liberation, allowing us to express ourselves freely and overcome inhibitions.

However, Jupiter is not patient with fearful individuals and favours risk-taking over cautious moderation. His transits provide windows of opportunity that must be seized promptly, and even if we are the reluctant kind, Jupiter evokes a desire to move beyond our current limits, both for our material progress and personal inner growth. Jupiter transits can bring forth positive developments, but only if we rise above fear and self-doubt, and assume the way forward with honesty and faith in our abilities.

Jupiter’s nudge to have more trust in ourselves is what makes us embrace the potential for greatness and seize the opportunities that come our way with unwavering confidence, such as job promotions, advanced education certifications, opportunities to visit foreign lands, marriage proposals, entrepreneurial ventures, creative pursuits, influential leadership roles, significant financial gains, recognition and awards, spiritual transformations, and deep connections with people who inspire and support our growth.

Jupiter in Taurus: Settling Down
When Jupiter enters Taurus, the sign of fixed earth, the application of the Jupiterian influence takes on a grounded and steady form. Jupiter’s expansive energy combines with Taurus’ stability and determination, creating a potent force for material growth and manifestation. During this transit, we are encouraged to focus on building tangible abundance in our lives, whether it be through financial endeavours, solid career advancements, or establishing a stable foundation for our goals and future vocation.

In some respects, Jupiter’s expansive nature is at odds in Taurus’ stodgy conservative domain. Although caution and traditionalism are not preferable to a god who seeks excitement and relentless growth, by adapting to Taurus’ steadying qualities, Jupiter can still foster steady material prosperity and grounded expansion, inspiring us to cultivate patience, persistence, and practicality, guiding us to make wise investments, take calculated risks, and diligently work towards our aspirations. This 12-month transit highlights the importance of finding pleasure and contentment in the present moment while steadily moving towards future possibilities.

Whilst in Taurus, Jupiter makes several notable aspects to other transiting planets, most significantly the square to Pluto (May 18, 2023) and the conjunction to Uranus (Apr 21, 2024).

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From beginning to end, this uniquely intense and culturally revolutionary transition fosters a more profound sense of self-worth in all of us. Despite all that is happening in the world, it encourages us to resist what is superfluous and trite, and trust in our innate ability to create lasting, tangible gains in the material realm, ultimately leading to a greater sense of self-reliant security and autonomous fulfilment.

Materialism and Sensuality
As Jupiter enters Taurus, he begins to glorify the values of practicality, earthiness, and sensuality, elevating the pursuit of pleasure and physical sensations above all else. We immerse ourselves in a burgeoning philosophy of hedonism and epicureanism, delighting in the luxuries of fine food, exquisite wines, sumptuous fabrics, and all the bountiful treasures of the earth. Yet, caution is warranted, for Jupiter’s inclination toward excess warns of the perils of overindulgence and extravagance. The consequences of glut can be weighty, both personally in the form of excessive physical burdens (ie weight gain) and globally in the depletion of the earth’s resources. A capitalist creed of greed and consumerism may usher in indolence, decadence, stagnation, and a distorted moral compass.

From its very ingress into Taurus, Jupiter is met by a daunting force, marked by challenges and admonitions as it squares Pluto in Aquarius. This cosmic alignment portends the dire repercussions of our insatiable greed, profligacy, and destructively progressive ways. We become acutely aware of the spectre of illness born from toxic health practices and overconsumption, and the looming threat of extinction overlooks ominously as we perpetuate an almost religious adoration of capitalism, fixated on hoarding and control of the earth’s resources.

Within this milieu, Jupiter’s penchant for excess and self-indulgence carries the potential for calamity, steering us towards a myopic nihilism that disregards the far-reaching ramifications of our choices. The signs are clear: we must strive for equilibrium and temperance, meticulously contemplating the repercussions of our actions, lest we endanger the annihilation of life itself.

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As the Jupiter/Pluto square emerges (May 18), it heralds the onset of the first genuine crisis since these two celestial brothers collaborated in a powerful conjunction, orchestrating a grandiose manoeuvre to exploit vast wealth transfers during three momentous conjunctions in 2020. For us, it signifies the fervent pursuit of material possessions that fosters an environment ripe for greed and immoderation. This results in an unsustainable lifestyle that inflicts harm not only on the body through substance addictions and their accompanying health ailments, including anxiety and stress that insidiously accumulate within us, but also on our financial well-being, interpersonal relationships, and the moral fabric of society.

Superficial interests replace meaningful connections, empathy wanes, and a dearth of higher purpose prevails. Moreover, this relentless consumption engenders an erosion of the environment, imperilling both nature’s delicate balance and the foundations of our shared existence as a society. To navigate these treacherous waters, we must recalibrate our perspective on consumption and reassess the elements that truly constitute a fulfilling life, grounded in our innate connection to the earth and informed by our core, fundamental values.

Successes and Seismic Tremors in Finance and Business
Several critical aspects from the Jupiter/Pluto square along the nodal axis, the Mars, then later Venus T-squares, and culminating in Jupiter’s groundbreaking conjunction with Uranus in Taurus on April 21, 2024, offer the potential for stunning advancements (and setbacks) in material and financial matters. This alignment could bring sudden opportunities for growth, innovation, and technological progress, particularly in fields related to agriculture, food, and natural resources. However, there is also the risk of wild stock fluctuations due to impulsive market decisions and reckless actions, which could lead to unexpected setbacks or losses on the exchange. Maintaining a balance between taking calculated risks and exercising caution regarding financial and business ventures will be the most significant test of Jupiter’s later part of this transit, particularly as Jupiter exits his retrograde shadow in late March.

Sociopolitical, Philosophical and Spiritual Values
During Jupiter’s transit in Taurus, we will see a profound shift in philosophical and spiritual values being infused into our lives. We are inclined towards conventional wisdom, down-to-earth truths, and practical philosophies. Fundamentalist views and conservatism are on the rise, perhaps as a moral outrage to the sprawling and overarching march of modernity and progressivism. To navigate this journey more smoothly, we must cultivate reverence for nature, preserve our assets, and convey our values to others in a practical, easy-to-understand manner.

During this time we witness the rise of the spiritually mature individual, someone who recognises their role as a steward of the world’s goods and commodities, using and sharing them wisely. We see the rise of the custodians of mother nature and the land. Money and material resources are seen as a form of energy that supports expansion and development. However, we also see the rise of the opposite perspective, characterised by simplistic individuals who hold rigid and even intolerant views, often associated with rednecks, bigots, and those who resist progressivism.

Individuals who hold strongly conservative or traditionalist beliefs, often resist social and cultural changes because they feel threatened by shifts in societal norms and values, and they may react with hostility or fear towards those who challenge or question their worldview. Those who stubbornly cling to outdated ideologies, resist progress and advocate for maintaining the status quo in times when change is happening everywhere are symptomatic of a society that needs to address systemic issues that contribute to the persistence of these perspectives. Sliding socioeconomic factors, lack of education, and limited exposure to diverse cultures and ideas can play a role in shaping individuals’ fixed views and unyielding values.

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Advocating for equal access to education, enabling equitable access to social and economic opportunities for all, and working towards dismantling systemic inequalities, will have to become the leading premise in Jupiter’s steady slog through Taurus, helping administer resources to as many as possible to foster a more inclusive and tolerant society.

With Jupiter in Taurus, the religious and sociopolitical outlook is often orthodox and linked to financial and practical concerns under this transit, we see why this level of conservatism has its necessary place in the economy of life. The Jupiter/Uranus conjunction will revolutionise things in this respect, but overall, Jupiter in Taurus signifies a capacity for wise, almost sacred administering of money and material resources for the benefit of all, emphasising the importance of aligning our actions and investments with values that promote steady, sustainable growth, well-being, and the harmonious development of life.

Additionally, the three Jupiter/Neptune semisquares occurring in July, November, and March 2024 further invite us to delve into spirituality and blend practical, earthy wisdom with compassion and interconnectedness, guiding us towards an enlightened approach to our financial choices and material pursuits. Many advancements are made in both traditional and holistic medicine during this time.

Personal Strengths and Weaknesses
Values and beliefs may become dynamically interwoven in exploring ways to develop personal strengths and ameliorate weaknesses under this transit. Challenges may arise from inflexibility, intolerance of others’ values and a lack of intellectual stimulation or ignorance of foreign ways and customs. However, Jupiter’s influence bestows reliability, common sense, and a down-homey, warm sense of humour when facing intellectual or sociopolitical hurdles.

We will be encouraged to build philosophical attributes and develop a sincere appreciation for life’s inherent beauty. This includes cultivating down-home attitudes and embracing belief systems rooted in earthiness and simplicity, like sustainable living methods, connecting with nature, valuing community and relationships, and appreciating craftsmanship and traditional skills. These attitudes and beliefs can provide a solid foundation for personal growth and a harmonious connection with the world around us.

As Jupiter aligns with Uranus in Taurus (Apr 2024), a transformative shift occurs, nurturing a renewed and profound appreciation for the physical world and a deep sense of sensuality. This catalyses the emergence of a fresh way of life – a “new earth religion” rooted in faith and personal growth, emphasising productivity, reliability, and steadfastness, fostered through the exploration of sustainable technology, promotion of local and regenerative agriculture, integration of minimalism and conscious consumerism, and integration of mind-body practices and holistic wellness.

Interpersonal Relationships and Love
During Jupiter’s transit in Taurus, we may witness the emergence of certain patterns and dynamics in the affairs of the heart. Taurus is ruled by Venus, the goddess of beauty and love, so generosity and giving become common traits, as individuals find pleasure in entertaining and taking care of others. There is a preference for a slow and steady approach, emphasising the importance of building a solid foundation in love and life. Appreciation for the small, beautiful aspects of relationships is heightened, and there is a notable aversion towards greed, with the belief that abundance will naturally flow. Loved ones are treated with benevolence and, on occasion, even extravagance.

While physical pleasure and aesthetic beauty hold significance, reliability and supportiveness towards partners are evident as highly prized attributes. After a long period of “distancing” and dissociating, physical touch and non-verbal communication play more significant roles again, while fostering a deeper connection and unspoken understanding between partners becomes more prevalent in relationship building.

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In this transformative period, new techniques in grooming, relating, and love-making such as Tantra, may come to the forefront, emphasising the power of physical touch, presence in non-verbal communication, and intuitive communion as pathways to deeper intimacy and connection. These practices can enhance the building of relationships based on reliability, supportiveness, and a profound appreciation for the small, beautiful aspects of love. The focus shifts towards cultivating a solid foundation and fostering unspoken understanding between partners, allowing for a heightened level of intimacy and synergy with the ancient rhythms of the human body.

Challenges and Room for Growth
It is wisest to be aware of the potential challenges and avoid the pitfalls of Jupiter’s transit through Taurus, particularly if Jupiter is afflicting a fixed planet or point in your chart. I have listed the main areas to watch, along with attitudes to cultivate for growth and improvement:

Attachment to rigidity and resistance to change: There is a risk of becoming too attached to rigid and static approaches in enjoying resources, which can hinder our confidence in achieving financial stability and personal growth. To overcome this challenge, we must embrace flexibility and openness to change. Cultivating a dynamic mindset, being open to new experiences, and challenging our fundamental values and beliefs can lead to personal growth and abundance.

Overemphasis on material wealth and possessions: This transit may amplify our focus on material wealth and possessions, potentially leading to a shallow and wasteful mindset. To counterbalance this, it is wise to strike a healthy balance between enjoying material resources and recognising that true abundance goes beyond material possessions. Practising humility, being mindful of our spending habits, and valuing experiences over material accumulation can contribute to our overall well-being.

Risk of developing a sense of superiority and impulsive spending: Jupiter in Taurus afflicting our chart can increase the risk of developing a sense of entitlement and superiority of ‘ownership’, leading to using money or title to bully or suppress. Impulsive or reactionary spending could result in financial troubles. To address this challenge, it is essential to let go of stubbornness and cultivate humility. Recognising that personal growth involves giving way to tolerance, acceptance, and charitability can help manage impulses and make happier relations and wiser financial decisions.

Balancing personal causes and social impact: This transit often fuels our drive to uplift and enlighten others, but there can be a challenge in effectively applying the idealistic concepts we espouse. It is important that we practice what we preach and strive to become prime examples of the ideals we advocate. Open-mindedness, flexibility, and being receptive to different perspectives can help us avoid becoming opinionated or dogmatic.

Overindulgence and excessive expectations: With a tendency to accumulate resources and retain power, there may be a risk of overindulgence, wasteful excess, and unrealistic expectations. It is crucial for us to practice moderation and curb expanded sensual appetites. Being mindful of our habits and actively managing resources can help prevent inertia and dullness of the senses.

Balancing economic expansion and long-term control: Jupiter’s transit through Taurus may ignite a strong desire for financial expansion and extended control. However, over-commitment and overconfidence in financial dealings can pose risks. To avoid catastrophic reversals, it’s crucial that we maintain a realistic perspective, seek wise counsel when making financial decisions, and avoid overextending ourselves. Striving for balance and endurance in economic activities can contribute to long-term success.
During Jupiter’s transit through Taurus, these challenges present opportunities for personal growth and a deeper understanding of our relationship with resources and material wealth. By embracing flexibility, cultivating humility, and practising moderation, we can navigate this period with greater wisdom and unfettered access to the abundance that is around us."

[onawah]

"Holding Your Ground": The NEW MOON at 28°25' TAURUS, Friday, May 19, 2023, 15:54 UTC
ANG STOIC
MAY 18, 2023
https://angstoic.substack.com/p/holding-your-ground-the-new-moon?utm_source=substack&utm_medium=email

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"Stand firm like a mountain, rooted deep into the earth, for it is in unwavering strength that we find our true power.

The Moon is in her element tonight, gracefully gliding across the vast expanse of the night sky.
But you will not glimpse her, for in the fading embers of the old lunar cycle, she stealthily readies herself to birth a New Moon.

In the 24 hours of her darkest phase, Luna defiantly emerges from the gloomy abyss of the recent eclipse season, passes respectfully before the Sun at 28º25’ Taurus, and sets us off in a whole new direction.
It's a decisive moment, one that carries immense significance, deserving of our utmost reverence as it beckons us towards uncharted territories.
In the wake of the Eclipses, those cosmic disruptors that recklessly unleash their primal energy, shaking the very core of our existence, propelling us into brave new territory, we also begin to make our peace with the quizzical trickery of Mercury's recent retrograde.
These past three weeks have been intense, even ominous at times, paying no heed to the delicate equilibrium of our lives.
The cosmic forces have been tearing through the tapestry of our realities with a raw and unbridled force that seems determined to rewire the very circuitry of our minds and reshape the core of our beings, all against the backdrop of a world left spellbound, immersed in a swirling tapestry of chaos and disarray.

Thankfully not every Sun-Moon conjunction is an eclipse.
As the placid Taurus Moon prepares to cast her luminous spell once again, we stand on the precipice of a new dawn, and there's nothing inherently sinister about it.

Our perceptions and responses to life are shaped by the radiant glow of the Sun-Moon partnership, the dynamic luminary duo that defines our individual aspirations against the context of our need for connection with others.
It's like looking through a pair of lenses; one focused on our self-development, the other on our relationships.

Ancient astrologers used to say that the Sun ruled the right eye and the Moon ruled the left.
When these two celestial bodies are in harmony, life feels pretty harmonious too. There's no inner conflict, and our wants align with our needs.
It's a moment of pure creative potential.
But tonight, as the moon wanes in her old cycle, we just know we’re on the cusp of a new beginning.
The New Moon in Taurus symbolises strength, resilience, and groundedness.
It's like standing firm on solid ground, unyielding in the face of challenges.
Taurus has a gritty quality to it—a down-to-earth nature that's as rugged as it is nurturing and sensitive.
The volatile Moon finds much solace in the fixed-earth realm of her exaltation.

In the final hours, before the synod resets, we're urged to let go of old narratives and shed the layers of the past.
The Moon's obscured presence—the "dark of the Moon," hints that our emotional sensitivity may be temporarily shrouded by the intensity of our drive for personal growth.
It's as if we become so focused, so single-pointed, that we might overlook the perspectives of others.
We must remember that life doesn't always fit neatly into our unified vision.

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What awaits us in the coming days, the tempestuous tensions of a Fixed Grand Cross involving Mars in Leo, Jupiter in Taurus, Pluto and the Nodes, is nothing short of biblical in its proportions.
We spoke extensively about this “David and Goliath” battle in our most recent cosmic bus episode.
Despite facing overwhelming odds in their quest to free an entire species, the relentless determination of only a few propels us forward during this profound karmic realignment.
It's a testament to our unwavering resilience and unflinching commitment to reform draconian laws that threaten to stifle integrity and allow the freedom to speak truth to power.
Like seeds planted in tough soil, our dreams of liberation take root and grow.

The New Moon in Taurus, with her soft aspects to Mars in Cancer, and to the supernatural forces of Neptune and Pluto, invites us to claim the raw beauty of our desires, to honour our authenticity, and to find strength amidst the tumultuous uncertainty that engulfs us.
It's a time to ground ourselves, to connect with the Earth's energy, and to discover the alchemy that lies within our own hearts.

As the exalted moon sets her course for this new beginning, let us shed the burdens that hold us back.
With ardent passion, let us stand tall and face adversity head-on.
We can trudge through life's grittiest moments with resilience and vulnerability, finding the delicate balance between strength and sensitivity.

In this celestial convergence, we embark on a journey of self-discovery, unearthing the magic that lies within us."

[onawah]

Reflections on the Taurus Stellium
May 22, 2023
ASTROLOGY OF NOW
https://angstoic.com/2023/05/reflections-on-the-taurus-stellium/

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"True beauty doesn’t need a grand entrance or a loud announcement. It gracefully manifests itself in the quietest corners, unveiling its delicate charm when least expected. It’s like a flower blooming silently in the most unlikely place, at the most improbable time.

Similarly, genuine heroism and luck don’t seek the spotlight; they emerge slowly, like the dawning of a new day. They carry an unassuming aura of bravery and fortune, their significance growing quietly but steadily.

In the midst of the chaotic clamour and overwhelming clutter of this world, it is these subtle, unobtrusive qualities that endure and leave a lasting impact. They remind us that true permanence and significance are not determined by external displays of wealth, power, or superficial beauty.

Rather, it is the seemingly insignificant thoughts and actions of ordinary individuals that shape history’s course. These unpretentious souls, often overlooked and underestimated, convey profound ideas and perform meaningful deeds that can change the world.

Do not be deceived by the illusions of grandeur or the allure of superficial pomposity. Instead, let us appreciate the quiet stirrings of genuine beauty, heroism, and luck that reside within us all, waiting to be discovered, cultivated, and shared.

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Mars now enters the fixed fray in loud’n’proud Leo, adding some spark to the divine crucifix. Ruler, Sun forms a perfect sextile in Gemini, with the Moon about to enter Cancer. Some seriously significant events are stirring… you know this. Look to the subtle stuff – do not be obtruded by the noisy distractions."

(This reading makes me think of some of the unassuming, self-starting online everyday youtuber heroes whose observations and discoveries I follow assiduously like Prepper Ben Davidson of SuspiciousObservers and self-educated earthquake predictor Dutchsinse.
More recently, scam busters like Team Bubba, Kitboga and Jim Browning.
All in their own way helping ordinary people to avoid whatever coming disasters of various kinds they may be subjected to.
And all without a lot of renumeration for their efforts, and putting themselves on the line from attacks in the process. :clapping: )

[onawah]

Darkness Before Dawn
May 29, 2023
ASTROLOGY OF NOW
https://angstoic.com/2023/05/darkness-before-dawn/#respond

"Demons let off their foulest stench right before they are destroyed.

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In the pits of our struggles, when it feels like all darkness has engulfed us, it’s wise to remember that the shadows loom largest just before the crack of light. This is true for those battling their inner demons, for it is in the moments before their vanquishing that they unleash their most ferocious, filthy and underhanded assaults.

It’s like that in our personal lives too, when we encounter the seemingly diabolical forces of our own psyche. Our lowest point must not be interpreted as evidence of our utter inner brokenness. Instead, it signifies that we are nearing discovering the light within ourselves. Shadows are mere projections that there is presence of light, and the more we shine, the more they reveal themselves.

As these hideous forces of darkness strive to derail us, we must acknowledge their vulnerability and just know that their most brutal attacks mean that we are close to exposing them, running side by side along our most rightful path. "

[onawah]

Between the Devil and the Deep Blue Sea”: LIBRA MOON on the VENUS/SUN/ERIS
June 1, 2023
ASTROLOGY OF NOW
https://angstoic.com/2023/06/between-the-devil-and-the-deep-blue-sea-libra-moon-on-the-venus-sun-eris/

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"The Libra Moon’s activation of the Venus/Sun/Eris warns against the dangers of remaining in a neutral or apathetic position, which can perpetuate injustice and distress, especially when troubled souls insist on spreading poison through their misplaced words and ideas. However, this is a strange situation where the courage to make decisive choices and the willingness to stand up and make others take responsibility for the consequences of their insidious designs leads us only into greater discord.

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The Moon, in mutual reception to Venus, represents our emotions, instincts, and needs. Her presence within this ERIS-loaded T-square configuration suggests a heightened emotional charge during this transit. There may be a tendency for emotions to fluctuate between extremes, leading to internal conflicts and a sense of turmoil that is so highly charged emotionally, so subjectified, that it struggles to make any sense at all.

The Sun’s position in Gemini faces a significant challenge in this astrological configuration. It highlights the difficulties of finding a middle ground between harmony and complete discord. The concept of compromise, often associated with seeking balance, can sometimes dilute the truth and allow malicious intentions and misleading information to persist.

While this transit calls upon us to confront contradictions, acknowledge the existence of moral absolutes and actively denounce injustice and unethical principles, the T-square formation creates a messy exchange followed by an impasse. Within this dynamic, the power struggle and desire to make one’s point known may be overshadowed by emotions. After all the commotion, our efforts to make any sense at all will have failed to achieve any genuine understanding, and we will need to retreat.

This is indeed difficult, as it now leads towards Sunday’s Full Moon, as Venus heads towards the PLUTO-ERIS midpoint, when any controversial point carries a ‘damned if you do, damned if you don’t situation’. Note too, the quincunx between Mars/Saturn only adds to the frustration."

[onawah]

SATURN STATIONING TO RETROGRADE, 07°13′ PISCES (June 17, 2023)
June 9, 2023
ASTROLOGY OF NOW
https://angstoic.com/2023/06/saturn-stationing-to-retrograde-0713-pisces-june-17-2023/
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"Whether it ultimately leads us to spiritual self-mastery or plunges us into the pits of existential torment, darkness and despair, a stationing Saturn in Pisces pressures us to come to terms with past hurts, unresolved issues, and face any lingering unfinished business still dragging us down. That’s Saturn – Lord of Karma, laying over us the haunting funk of unfulfilled obligations.

When Saturn slows to a halt, the karmic gunk hangs low. For the next week or two, as it stations to retrograde at 07°♓13′ on June 17th, we can expect delays, frustration and the obligatory bummer of a summer.

Pisces is the last of the zodiac signs. What it symbolises most is the culmination of all our warped and weirded-out human experiences being laid out before us as we seek to distil their deeper meanings. Saturn, whose role is to crystallise experiences, make them solid and tangible, shows us that sometimes some things are best left alone.

Seems that some things, the more you pick at them and hold them up to scrutiny, the more problematic or nightmarish they get when manifested in the physical world. All our magical thinking, the parallel realities, the redundant escapism to our inner life, all our depressions, superstitious beliefs or irrational behaviour, when whacked by Saturn’s analytic ugly stick, only screws with the emotional vulnerability of Pisces, turning things into a right mess.

So Saturn in Pisces only induces an atmosphere of widespread paranoia or conspiracy fears, where we all start to believe that everyone else is plotting against us – a mindset that leads to collective self-pity and a sense of alienation and being uncared for by others. It’s unfortunate because it only obstructs the deeper magic and spiritual power that Pisces has to offer…

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Avoid authorities and belief systems that lay on the guilt trips, sinfulness, insignificance, or meaninglessness, as they will not help nourish soul growth. Use Saturn’s selectivity and common sense to discern which spiritual beliefs you should adopt and who to listen to. Avoid anything that causes excessive guilt or submission to charismatic authorities (gurus), especially if you’ve experienced early-life hardships. If you’re feeling down, best keep to yourself. Maintain inner resilience and don’t get overwhelmed by the suffering of others. Establishing regular quiet time, such as through meditation or artistic pursuits, can help restore energy and maintain spiritual health. If you’re more robust and together, Saturn in Pisces energy can be channelled positively by serving and helping others in grief, particularly those who are struggling, in pain or in mourning. Engaging in charitable activities or volunteering can be rewarding and fulfilling.

As Saturn retrogrades through Pisces, it blesses us with the inner wisdom we need to deal with past mistakes and challenges. Saturn’s determination, combined with Pisces’ ability to manifest dreams, can bring visions to life and heal a troubled world. Staying power is crucial, as is the willingness to face rejection and conflict, but humility is also essential."

[onawah]

PLUTO RE-ENTERING CAPRICORN
June 11, 2023
ASTROLOGY OF NOW
https://angstoic.com/2023/06/pluto-re-entering-capricorn/
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"Ok, so over the past 3 months, some of us might have caught a glimpse of what the future has in store for us. But Pluto’s not yet through with our decrepit past and our toxic fixations and deep-rooted grip on outmoded societal structures, material possessions, the old patriarchy and our pursuit of power in status-symbol land.

As Pluto retrogrades into Capricorn, he exposes the illusions and shadows that have shaped our most corporeal values and aspirations and, in doing so, annihilates it all as old dark face clears the road for what may lay ahead…

Pluto will spend from now until Jan 21, 2024, in Capricorn; this is an epic time, as is his ultimate return to cardinal/earth (Sep 2 – Nov 19, 2024). As he did back in 1777-1778 strips away the superficial layers, inviting us to question the foundations upon which we have built our identities.

During this retrospective, we are called to reevaluate our relationship with the trappings of “success” and the external markers of wealth, ambition and status-defined achievement
Full article here:https://angstoic.com/2023/03/pluto-in-capricorn-a-retrospective/

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PLUTO IN CAPRICORN: A RETROSPECTIVE

Reflecting on the past 15 years of global upheaval, destruction and reconstruction, as Pluto comes to the end of his ascent towards the dizzying heights of the Capricorn summit.

History teaches us much, so as a footnote, last time Pluto was breaching the Capricorn/Aquarius border (1777-1778), the American Revolutionary War, which began two years earlier, was ongoing and marking some decisive wins over the old empire; France’s imperial alliances with the emerging new nation would bleed the nation dry, leading to the French revolution in 1789. These years would usher in great intellectual and ideological developments that laid the foundation for another revolution. Ideas of equality, liberty, challenging existing social hierarchies gained traction, ultimately leading to the dismantling of the old patriarchy both in France and the New World.

Meanwhile, Russia, under the reformist rule of Catherine the Great, would decimate and weaken the Ottoman Empire, granting more autonomy to territories and signalling a decline in the empire’s 400-yr supremacy.

The late 18th century was marked by the spread of Enlightenment ideas across Europe and North America. Philosophers and thinkers promoted concepts of individual rights, reason, and challenging traditional authority, contributing to a broader shift away from old patriarchal structures.

The crumbling of old power structures also cleared the way for new ideas to be generated in science, business and commerce. The Industrial Revolution, which also began in the late 18th century, brought about a profound transformation of economies from agrarian to industrial, the emergence of a new middle class and the restructuring of social hierarchies, the introduction of disruptive technological advancements (steam power, mechanisation, factories), urbanisation (replacing rural landscapes), and the rise of social and labour movements, all deeply challenging established power structures.

Pluto spends 20 years in the revolutionary Aquarius. The transformational shift, akin to the relatively short but significantly impactful Pluto-Uranus transits, is dramatic and filled with all kinds of upheaval. Learn to say goodbye with as little sentimental attachment as possible."

[onawah]

“Stay Clear of Deception”: NEPTUNE CROSSING THE NEW MOON
June 14, 2023
ASTROLOGY OF NOW
https://angstoic.com/2023/06/stay-clear-of-deception-neptune-crossing-the-new-moon/

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"As we’ve been discussing, when Neptune crosses a new lunation, maintaining a sceptical stance is crucial. Trust none of what you hear, and doubt everything you see before you. Learn to use your nose to sniff out nonsense.

The whole point of these misinformation, disinformation, wish-information, and fish-information campaigns goes beyond just messing with your mind or pushing a certain agenda. Their ultimate goal is to undermine your capacity for critical thinking and obliterate the concept of truth itself. Double-check, even triple-check, your sources diligently. Learn to draw boundaries and place little red flags wherever you smell bs.

Trust only in one thing – that in due course, devoted and extensive research will unveil hidden truths that currently elude us. The vastness of the subject at hand has warranted not just a single lifetime but a long succession of generations devoted to the pursuit of knowing the ultimate answer. We are nearly there. Our ancestors have worked hard, sacrificed everything to give us this; bless them. But we are also dangerously close to being eradicated. One wrong step, and we’re out. Those of us who survive will inevitably reach a point where we will be astounded by the lack of awareness regarding matters that will soon (if not already) appear self-evident.

Many incredible discoveries await us, ready to clear the air of all past remnants of greed, ignorance and suffering in a single transformative instant."

[onawah]

“Out Of This World”: The NEW MOON at 26°43′ GEMINI, Sunday, June 18, 2023, 04:37 UTC
June 18, 2023
ASTROLOGY OF NOW
https://angstoic.com/2023/06/out-of-this-world-the-new-moon-at-2643-gemini-sunday-june-18-2023-0437-utc/
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"Greetings Fellow Travellers,

It is New Moon time (again), and with each blessed new cycle, we come together to read about the marvelous phenomenon of our Luna’s alignment with Sol, this time in the witty and vivacious sign of Gemini.

At precisely 04:37 UTC on June 18, the Moon will enter her invisible phase where her illuminated side faces towards the Sun and away from our Earth. For those who still look up to the night skies, this dark moon phase holds a variety of mysteries and profound influences that shape our experiences during this time.

During New Moon, we are imbued with a profound sense of self-containment and self-acceptance; we become focused on our own identity and inner power, harmonising our conscious will with our emotional responses. Guided by this alignment, we are invigorated to act on instinct and make decisions based on our immediate reactions, trusting our gut feelings. Life flows most naturally at New Moon time, allowing us to navigate with effortlessness and ease, focusing all our attention on specific areas of our lives, such as our home and family or the particular facet of our birth chart that the Sun/Moon conjunction edifies.

While the New Moon phase empowers us with a pronounced sense of personal focus, it can also narrow our perspective and hinder our understanding of others’ experiences. At the peak of the New Moon, our drive to fulfil our basic needs is influenced by internal patterns shaped by past experiences and internalised conditioning, leading us to often feel compelled to be a certain way, driven by a sense of destiny or a higher purpose. However, in these transformative times, it is essential to deeply reflect on our unconscious selves and the impact of our past behaviours. The New Moon offers an opportunity to realign our habits, moods, and subconscious mind, bringing them into higher consonance and rhythmic flow with our present circumstances.

In any sense, regardless of our level of consciousness, whether deliberate or instinctive, New Moon is a time to set an intention…

THE GEMINI PERSPEX
When the Sun and Moon align in Mercury-ruled Gemini, our lens on life becomes bifocal and multifaceted. Through the mutable/air perspex, we witness life with heightened alertness and versatility. Our ingenuity shines through, and we excel at problem-solving, quick to provide a smart and logical solution to everything. Sourcing data becomes our superpower as we absorb information like sponges, retaining it effortlessly and ready to disseminate it to a wide range of interests. The world seems to spin faster on its axis in the Land of Blah, and we thus eagerly adopt the excitement of the new and the unknown.

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However, with this heightened intellectual energy comes the nose-bleeding challenge of maintaining mental focus and discernment. Our breezy mind propels us to explore anything and everything if only at its surface level, and though we do become aware of much, we must mind not to blow too fast, not to disperse our resources and fritter away good, solid possibilities to get ahead in our discussions. Gemini’s ever-changing and unpredictable nature may lead us to ambivalence, making it difficult to determine our allegiances in our argument, whom we want to speak with and what it is we even wish to say. It’s therefore crucial to master our mental self-control and to develop the ability to channel our brilliant minds and communicative skills ethically and construct our premises effectively.

Also, whilst the Gemini New Moon endows us with enhanced communication skills and a verbose gift of gab, we must tread carefully to avoid inadvertently hurting others with our quick wit and sharpish tongue. By focusing these energies and harnessing their potential, we can set our lunation intentions with a purpose for adaptability, genuine human intelligence, and a touch of humour.

MERCURY IS ALSO IN GEMINI
Of course, with Mercury the Trickster, the dispositor of this lunation, also in his domicile of Gemini, the tendency for our active, curious minds to behave like a highly charged particle becomes even more pronounced. We flit from one idea to another without delving deep or fully committing, letting our minds run away with playing tricks on us, while simultaneously having a joke upon the world.

The trickster, a captivating figure in myth and folklore across every culture, embodies wit, deceit, and boundary-breaking. Unlike the harmless yet naïve fool, the trickster is a master of mischief and often exposes our poor choices. These threshold-crossing agents of change remind us to guard against deception, embrace laughter as a transformative force, and confront our fears of change. They are both creators and destroyers, revealing the paradoxical nature of the human condition. By acknowledging their presence and seeking balance, we open ourselves to the possibility of transcending societal restrictions and discovering profound unity amidst apparent duality.

It takes a square aspect from Saturn to introduce limitations, inhibitions, and challenges in expressing trickster thoughts and ideas. Interestingly, with Saturn in Pisces, the discipline is subtle, almost ethereal, as if transmitted along psychic lines and from alternative dimensions. And yet it is there. A sense of disbelief, a stoic cynicism and knowing our limits, even when they’re clearly not visible, is necessary here.

For those more susceptible to social conditioning and fear, the multitude of airwaves now abuzz with way-out ideas can lead to narrow-mindedness, bigotry and an ignorant resistance to any news that doesn’t gel with their ideas of sound and logical sense, and a denial of necessary learning and acceptance of facts. Cultivating the mental fortitude, concentration, and discipline required to harness our creative potential may require conscious effort or external motivation. In any case, a sense of healthy scepticism must be taken when…

…NEPTUNE SQUARES THE LUNATION
The lunation’s square to Neptune, ruler of alternative realms, introduces challenges in differentiating reality from fantasy and lies, opening the floodgates to all kinds of confusion and distorted misconceptions. Emotions become ungrounded at this time as the imagination runs wild, while misshaped memories intertwine with future projections, creating such unprecedented disturbances with the rational mind that we may not be able to see clearly. With the prevalence of artificial intelligence and speculative talk about extraterrestrial visitations, etc, we may likely see a rising tendency to veer off into abstractions and avoid human reality by seeking solace in the world of fantasies and sci-fi fairy tales. Maintaining emotional stability and a sense of responsibility will be most difficult for those already prone to credulity and wildly impressionable behaviour. We must work hard to keep our senses, for it is a fine line between the masterful trickster and the naive fool.

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Trying to avoid hurtful past experiences and unresolved emotions can give rise to suspicion, fear and addictive behaviours. Caution must be exercised to avoid escapism or involvement in religious, sociopolitical or mystical cults blurring the lines between reality and unreality. Furthermore, the square to this lunation from Neptune poses challenges which hinder our sense of self-identity and goal attainment, stemming from conflicts within parental relationships.

GODDESS VOODOO
A number of feminine planets and asteroids are tightly embroiled in this lunation, leaving a lasting resonance on our emotional perceptions.

Most significantly, the New Moon’s conjunction to Juno, who is associated with marriage, partnerships, and committed relationships, suggests that these themes may loom large, albeit superficial or lacking depth due to the Gemini modality. Whilst it implies that there may be a need for much discussion in our connubial affairs, some marriages may exist in name only, their nuptials serving merely as a facade or fulfilling superficial or officious purposes. The square aspect to Neptune further emphasises the notion of binding contracts not worth the paper they’re written on, appealing only in the figment of someone’s fanciful imagination.

The presence of a strong Venus semisquare (45º) will affect the magnetic resonance of our thoughts and ideas by creating a lack of appreciation or affection, leading to feelings of being ignored by loved ones. Negative vibes cause us to respond curtly to close friends and relatives and push rather than attract. Since we are more prone to be easily cut and wounded by thoughtless words and actions, we may be more inclined to safeguard our own interests by taking a proudly protective stance. Over the coming weeks, as Venus prepares to enter her retrograde shadow (June 19), we will be haunted by the echoes of our past relationship choices, a chance to reflect upon and learn from any patterns of poor or distasteful choices.

The square to this lunation from Ceres, the goddess of nurturing and motherhood, highlights the tension between our personal ideals and our role as parents. Ceres in Virgo, opposing Neptune in Pisces, urges us to find a balance between practical caregiving and embracing our spiritual nature. It calls for establishing healthier boundaries in parenting and integrating spirituality into our daily lives.

SYNOPSIS:
In steering through the mental complexities of all our relationships during this time, it is wise to approach them with compassion and understanding. Like its trickster-ruler Mercury, Gemini brings out our cleverness, but sheer wit alone doesn’t necessarily solve the deeper issues. Words can be weapons, sharper than knives. However, talking about the things we see, if indeed we can see clearly during this time, allows us to talk about the most arcane and precious things.

Recognising the potential for heightened emotional vulnerability and the presence of hidden neuroses, it is essential to establish and respect emotional boundaries around what we talk about and with whom. Partnerships, marriages, and weddings may encounter tremendous challenges and conflicts that require careful attention and honest reflection. Similarly, issues pertaining to children demand thoughtful consideration, encompassing ethical and legal matters with an overall focus on the well-being of those involved. Let us be mindful that there are those who specialise in the healing power of words.

At the heart of our sacred intention this month lies the commitment to being impeccable with our own words. The highest resonance of Gemini emphasises the importance of speaking with integrity, refraining from gossip, and avoiding negative or hurtful language. By being mindful of the impact our words can have on ourselves and others and choosing to communicate honestly, authentically, and with kindness, we can foster trust, build stronger connections, and create a more harmonious and compassionate world."

[onawah]

SUN ENTERS CANCER
June 22, 2023
ASTROLOGY OF NOW
https://angstoic.com/2023/06/sun-enters-cancer-cosmic-bus-tomorrow/
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"Did I hear someone say Gemini season was a bit nuts? Umm, wait till you see what’s about to go down during Cancertime (happy Solstice!)…
…almost everything comes to a station during the next month; some planets will remain around the same degree all month.
That’s a lot of tension and suspense, and of course, retrogrades have already begun with hardcore malefics Pluto and Saturn, and many of us feel the intensity and gravity of our past bearing consequences.

CANCER season means meetings revolve around taking things personally, meaning that more often than not, someone generally tends to interpret events, actions, or words being directed specifically at them as personal attacks or criticisms…

Cancer season, culminating with the Cancer Sun opposing Pluto at the anaretic degree on Sat Jul 22, 2023, brings our sensitivities and past traumas to the forefront. Over the next month, our cosmic bus journey delves into the dynamics of our relationships, whether with our family members, our ancestors, or our inner selves.
We explore how personal triggers, wounds, and suffering often serves as catalysts for healing and awakening, and we gain insight into the insidious influence of unresolved ancestral abuse and trauma passed down through generations.

As we become increasingly aware of our unconscious collusion with the forces that dominate and victimise us, we call in the wounded healer within to help initiate our journey into the unfathomable depths of the unconscious. We travel deep into the hidden realm between our past and future, trying to reframe our current experiences in a way that precipitates healing and release. "

[onawah]

“The New Tower of Babel”: VENUS/MARS in LEO SQUARE URANUS and MERCURY in GEMINI SQUARE NEPTUNE
June 26, 2023
ASTROLOGY OF NOW
https://angstoic.com/2023/06/the-new-tower-of-babel-venus-mars-in-leo-square-uranus-and-mercury-in-gemini-square-neptune/

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"What happened to you? You used to have a reasonably decent life. You had a job and family and friends; you were healthy. You knew some stuff, but not too much. You weren’t the most handsome, but so what? You generally stayed in your lane, finding comfort and security within familiar bounds. Above all, you knew your place in the world, and if you ever got too big for your boots, there was always someone around to knock you down to earth, quicksmart. And then, suddenly, it was as if the world beneath you underwent a seismic shift, and the power of social media came along and recalibrated the way we all lived our lives, and you, like most of us, found yourself caught up in the tidal wave of transformations, trying to keep afloat and adapt to all the changes that unfolded before you….

As VENUS/MARS in LEO SQUARES URANUS and MERCURY in GEMINI SQUARES NEPTUNE, we take a look at the New Tower of Babel:
At first, the allure of social media was irresistible. We marvelled at the ability to connect with friends and acquaintances from all corners of the globe, bridging the gaps of distance and time. We revelled in the convenience and immediacy of sharing our thoughts, experiences, and photographs with people we had never even met, with just a few taps on our phone screens. It was a brave new world, and we eagerly embraced it because it allowed us to express that special, curated version of ourselves that we wished everyone to like, share, and celebrate.

But as the influence of social media seeped into our daily routines, we couldn’t help but notice the subtle shifts in our behaviours, attitudes, and relationships. The boundaries between our online and offline lives began to blur, as the virtual realm infiltrated our physical existence.

Like in the fabled Tower of Babel, the vision of ultimate unification stood tall before us, a digitised symbol of humanity’s ambitions and inherent folly. In the biblical story, people united under one language, one common ideology, building a tower reaching the heavens. In today’s retelling, the rapid expansion of social media platforms, with their vast networks and endless streams of information, had the power to bring us closer together while simultaneously separating us.

We became consumed by the incessant need for validation, measuring our worth in likes, comments, and followers. Our self-esteem became intricately tied to the digital metrics of popularity and acceptance. The fear of missing out on the latest trends, events, or viral sensations created an insatiable desire to constantly stay connected and updated.

Our once-diverse social circles transformed into echo chambers, where we were surrounded by voices that mirrored our own beliefs and perspectives. The algorithms governing our feeds learned our preferences and tailored the content to cater to our biases. We became unwittingly trapped in a feedback loop, where our existing viewpoints were reinforced while alternative ideas were pushed to the periphery.

The constant bombardment of carefully crafted lives, idyllic images, and the newborn exemplars of social media influencers had an insidious effect on our sense of self. We found ourselves comparing our achievements, appearance, and experiences to meticulously stylised personas that seemed to have it all. Inadvertently, we began to judge our own lives against these inconceivably unattainable standards, leading to feelings of inadequacy, envy, and anxiety.

As the lines between reality and fiction blurred, so did our ability to discern truth from falsehood. Misinformation and fake news spread like wildfire, amplified and accelerated by the viral nature of the medium. Whether we wanted to or not, we, like everyone on the planet, became unwitting participants in the global dissemination of unverified media disinformation, unwittingly contributing to the erosion of trust in established institutions and the destabilisation of public discourse. And the irony here is that we all swore that this was a conspiracy. We could have turned it off any time, but funnily enough, either the thought never occured to us or we just didn’t have the strength to do it.

In any case, within each crisis lies an opportunity for resolution. Just as the mythical Tower of Babel collapsed, we also have the chance to rebuild and reshape our relationship with social media. We need to recognise the inherent dangers and consequences that come with its power and abuse, and consciously work to break free from its addictive, mind-whacking grasp.

First and foremost, we need to cultivate better digital literacy; educate ourselves and others about media literacy, critical thinking, and rigorous fact-checking. By equipping ourselves with the skills to stay afloat among the digital deluge that forms the vast sea of information, we can become more discerning consumers and valuable contributors to online conversations. We must develop the ability to distinguish those who speak the truth from those who seek to draw us into the vortex of their own personal disillusionment.

Secondly, we need to reclaim our agency and autonomy. We should take breaks from social media, establishing boundaries and limits that allow us to disconnect and engage in activities that nourish our minds, bodies, and relationships. By consciously stepping away from the virtual world, we can rediscover the value of face-to-face interactions, genuine connections, and meaningful experiences.

Furthermore, we must foster true, unconditional empathy and understanding. Instead of retreating into the self-validating portal of our respective echo chambers, we should actively seek out diverse perspectives, engage in respectful dialogue, and promote kind, respectful discourse in our interactions. By celebrating the bountiful richness of human diversity and the creative human mind, we can break free from the narrow confines of our own ideological bubbles and work towards a more inclusive and compassionate society.

Lastly, we need to advocate for responsible use of social media platforms. We should push for transparency in algorithms, ethical data practices, and stricter regulations to curb the spread of toxic trollmongering, hate-culture, malignant attempts at misinformation, shadow-banning, unconstitutional censoring, and safeguard our privacy and the sanctiity of our precious communities. By holding governments, social media companies and individual bad actors accountable and demanding change, we can shape a more responsible and balanced digital landscape.

The collapse of the Tower of Babel brought about a hive of horrendous consequences. As the story goes, the people’s collective unity and common language were shattered, and they were scattered across the earth, unable to understand one another. This fragmentation led to deep divisions, mistrust, and the breakdown of communication. Similarly, in the context of the social media age, the consequences have been equally troubling.

One of the worst outcomes of the social media revolution is the erosion of genuine human connection. Despite the promise of connectivity, social media has often fostered superficial relationships and replaced meaningful interactions with fleeting exchanges. This narrowing of perspectives and exacerbation of ideological divisions has resulted in people becoming less willing to engage with differing viewpoints and more inclined to dismiss or attack those who hold opposing opinions, further fueling societal polarisation. Individuals have become more focused on cultivating their phoney online personas and seeking external validation rather than getting any integral ideas across. The real shame here is that this has led us into a widespread, devastating sense of loneliness, isolation, and even depression.

At this point, the world needs to take a step back and regroup. Yes, of course, the power of social media has reshaped our lives in profound ways. But it is up to us to determine how we’re going to steer through this daunting new reality. This social displacement and erosion of trust pose a significant threat to the foundations of a well-functioning society. By learning from the consequences of the Tower of Babel, we can forge a path forward that harnesses the highest potential power of social media while preserving our authentic individuality, fostering genuine connections, and rebuilding the foundations of trust and understanding in our communities again."

[Icare]

Thank you for this, Onawah, this makes so much sense to me, especially the last two paragraphs.

And I think it has become especially difficult for the younger generations, those who were brought up with social media while simultaneously no longer having a strong family unit to help them deal with any problems arising. The engineered break-up of the family unit, now in full swing, makes it so much harder to find strength and belief in themselves and to recognize the values that really matter in life.

[onawah]

“Alien Encounters”: INNER PLANETS ON URANUS, PLUTO SQUARE THE NODES
June 29, 2023
ASTROLOGY OF NOW
https://angstoic.com/2023/06/alien-encounters-inner-planets-on-uranus-pluto-square-the-nodes/

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"Whose husband dedicates innumerable hours exploring distant galaxies and alien civilizations, yet fails to exhibit any interest in delving into the labyrinthine corridors and secret chambers of his own woman’s mind—a mysterious world so foreign and unsettling it remains securely hidden, tightly concealed behind a fortress that only he himself has bolted and sealed shut?

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In the Uranian freakzone, how are you hoping to make contact with distant worlds when you can’t even connect with those next to you, your own kind, who speak your own language. Your fellow humans are the most distant form of alien intelligence. Seek treatment. You’re dissociated.

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So yup… in a world dominated by men and their rigid codes, archaic customs, frat-boy contests and an insatiable penchant for wargames, women (and all those scrambling to become non-men) now find themselves a little lost, adrift in a strange terrain, feeling like aliens in an uncertain future.

What good is your ’empowerment’ if you cannot use it to stomp out, or at least step away from the toxic elements that proliferate the oppressive nature of reality?

Stop wedding into reptilian consciousness, bearing its children. We are heading into unchartered territory (Terra incognita), perhaps extinction. Let your conscience serve as a compass for forging the right path that aligns with your core values and principles."

[onawah]

“Heating Up”: JULY 2023 FORECAST
July 1, 2023 ASTROLOGY OF NOW
https://angstoic.com/2023/07/heating-up-july-2023-forecast/

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Jul 1 – Mercury Superior Conjunction to Sun (09º ♋ 09′)
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Mercury will pass on the far side of the Sun, furthest from Earth, ending its visibility in the morning sky and transitioning to an “evening star”. Our winged messenger will be unobservable for weeks due to the Sun’s glare.

Jul 1 – Closest approach of Venus (21°♌11′) and Mars (24°♌39′)
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Hot before she slows to retrograde later this month, VENUS (peace & love) comes closest to MARS (sex & war) in fiery LEO, but can’t catch him. Instead, MARS pursues ATHENA (political strategy, justice warrior), finally catching up with her on July 11, first degree of Virgo.

Jul 3 – FULL MOON Capricorn (11º ♑ 18′)

…brings a culmination of ambitions and responsibilities. The Moon, in its fall in Capricorn makes it difficult to express our emotions freely, prioritising practical considerations over emotional needs, its energy heavy or restrictive. Patience and perseverance to overcome frustrations, delays and obstacles that lie ahead, later this month. Tensions with Mars/Athena sees anger brewing over strategic alliances that go against us. It’s not personal, just business (but you’ll take it personally all the same, and make it HARD).

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Things start get crazy in the head around July 10, when touchy Mercury at the 29º of Cancer gets bit by Pluto, and it’s as if somebody pushed the wrong button to turn all hell inside out.

Talk about things on edge… Mars/Athena and the Nodes also about to switch signs. Mars will then move into Virgo to oppose Saturn and I think I mentioned about the Unholy Cross between Pluto and Nodes later this month."

[onawah]

SUPERMOON#1: The FULL MOON at 11°19' CAPRICORN, Monday, July 03, 2023, 11:39 UTC
Accepting Our Most Sublime Mission: Breaking the Cycle of Transgenerational Destruction and Focusing on Nurturing Our Humanity
ANG STOIC JUL 2, 2023
https://angstoic.substack.com/p/supermoon1-the-full-moon-at-1119?utm_source=substack&utm_medium=email

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"The first of four consecutive Supermoons in 2023 marks the onset of a powerful sequence of cosmic events, starting with a Full Moon in the practical and no-nonsense sign of Capricorn. The Supermoon phenomenon simply magnifies Luna's apparent size and intensity due to the Moon’s closer proximity to Earth, amplifying our emotional reactions even within the otherwise emotionally arid, agonisingly solemn and composed framework of Capricorn.

In amidst the current retrograde season and some gruelling planetary transits, the upcoming months, including October's eclipse season, deliver a series of profoundly urgent "red alert" signals, beckoning humanity to engage in deep introspection and a collective quest for answers.CAPRICORN FULL MOON
As we approach this lunation, a palpable sense of emotional restraint or withdrawal can be perceived, as the Moon culminates in the sign of her detriment, where her glow is least comfortable and nurturing. Where are those who typically should be looking after us? Why don't they care? Why are they so hard on us? When the Moon peaks in Capricorn, pragmatism, cynicism and harsh realism take precedence over sentimentality and whimsical allowances for weaknesses and folly.

Similarly, too, connecting with our own, inner emotions may prove to be a challenge. Yet outwardly, with the Sun in the lunar-ruled realm of Cancer, our focus this month will likely be on our domestic security, prioritising matters of home and family, applying unusually greater sensitivity and intuitive attention to our most vital affairs, wanting to engage in greater community involvement, mindful reflection and nostalgia, and demonstrating protective and compassionate behaviour. This paradoxical interplay calls for striking a balance between practicality and emotional expression, a hard-nosed introspection about what matters most to us personally while attending to family and domestic matters as if in a business-like manner.

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The seriousness of this Capricorn Moon is partially supported by a harmonious aspect, a sextile, from its ruler Saturn in Pisces. Saturn, in turn, forms another sextile with Jupiter in Taurus, reinforcing the need for careful and practical growth following a period of austerity. This configuration highlights the importance of establishing a strong foundation for future prosperity, especially in the face of economic challenges. It becomes evident that it is wise to exercise caution, make thoughtful decisions, and prepare for potential difficulties ahead. It's a time to adopt the mindset of a squirrel, diligently gathering and saving for the future.

INTENSITY GROWS AS EMPHASIS SHIFTS
Aside from its more practical application, this Cappy Moon is marred by inflammatory aspects from Mars, currently in the proud, chest-beating sign of Leo. In the coming weeks, the power and the passion escalate as the Sun concludes its touchy, hyperdefensive journey through Cancer, eventually forming a tight opposition to Pluto, who is already involved in a tense T-square to the Moon's Nodal axis. The transiting Lunar Nodes symbolise humanity's collective fate, acting as gateways for archetypal energies entering and leaving our world. Squares to this axis indicate digressions from our spiritual evolutionary process, and none are so potent and covertly insidious as those brought forth by Pluto, now retrograding at the anaretic of Capricorn.

On some level, we are all complicit in a vulgar distraction, a contrived effort to avoid looking at ourselves by pointing to strawmen and phoney props rather than tackling the real issues.

By July 22, the Sun's formation of a Cardinal Grand Cross at this critical 29th degree only accentuates the dire urgency for us to snap out of this collective darkness, this cloaking of the importance of our humanity for the sake of inflicting patriarchal or parental authority and power. In light of the avalanche of absurdities paradied in our media, and the string of disturbingly senseless and violent events bombarding us as "news" from the outside world, there has never been a greater call to take a more detached step back and examine the internal process of change and how we handle our personal affairs.

In this context, we witness the erosion of our closest familial bonds and connection to our heritage as unsettling acts of aggression and violence escalate. Brothers turn against each other, children defy their parents, and parents deny their children, causing profound distress and sorrow. This cycle of psychological and emotional torment appears unending, rooted in a deep-seated instinct for continuity and resemblance. Sadly, the perpetuation of transgenerational harm seems intertwined with the maintenance of this distorted similarity.

The truth is disheartening—we, as humanity, cannot remain passive in the face of such blows. The chain of aggression persists, with one person inflicting harm upon another, and our language itself lacks the words to fully articulate the extent of this destructive pattern. However, amidst this turmoil, there emerges a courageous aspiration—a noble quest to put an end to this malevolence. Within the Capricorn lunation, the struggle between seeking emotional fulfilment and fulfilling practical responsibilities becomes apparent. This Full Moon urges us to confront the areas where we feel emotionally deprived and strive for a harmonious balance between nurturing and disciplined hard work.

In these highly dehumanising, emotionally crippling times, it is the truly brave individual who steps forward to absorb the blow, refusing to perpetuate the cycle of harm and destructivity upon our own sense of humanity. They display the utmost responsibility by setting aside their own needs and dedicating themselves to safeguarding all of humanity, ensuring that no one else endures the cruel and indifferent impact of violence. Such a pursuit is nothing short of sublime.

Let us delve into our tendencies to excessively depend on others, seeking their care and support while neglecting our own essential emotional needs and loved ones. Similarly, let us examine the instances where we place undue pressure on ourselves to meet the needs of others, striving for self-sufficiency at all times. Although the conflicting dynamics of this lunation may evoke feelings of despondency, self-doubt, and inadequacy, they also compel us to integrate the qualities of both Cancer and Capricorn. Cancer's nurturing sensitivity assists us in acknowledging and addressing our emotional needs. By nurturing ourselves and finding emotional fulfilment, we become stronger, more self-reliant, and better equipped to navigate the demands and limitations presented by Capricorn.

This Supermoon is an urgent call to all of us to exercise loyalty and commitment within our most significant relationships. Embracing our own sensitivity enables us to empathise with others, fostering meaningful connections. As parents, we respond to the needs of our children while tending to our own, cultivating a warm and supportive family environment that nurtures maturity and responsibility. This period urges us to stabilise our emotions on a broader social scale, preventing them from overwhelming us. It implores us to confront negative habits and unfulfilling behaviours, establish healthy boundaries, and shield ourselves from absorbing the emotional turmoil of others. Mature and wise responses involve channelling our emotional energy into fulfilling work that positively impacts the lives of others.

Many blessings, and may you have an amazing Full Moon xx "

[onawah]

“Alien Invasion”: YOD TO MARS FROM NEPTUNE/PLUTO
July 5, 2023 ASTROLOGY OF NOW
https://angstoic.com/2023/07/alien-invasion-yod-to-mars-from-neptune-pluto/

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"'Yep, right there, next to Ziffman’s Deli. Before the immigrants and revolutionists showed up, gun in one hand, sandwich in the other and gave us all “independence”, bless ’em.'

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"The “Finger of God” or “Yod” points straight at Mars, from the two most extraterrestrial planets, Neptune and Pluto, and yes, you might have heard that there’s been ET visitations, crashed craft, alien material and even bodies recovered; a certain amount of reverse engineering which has supposedly allowed some of these crafts, or some components, to be duplicated. And there is also presumed to be group of people that may or may not be associated with “the government” who, at this point allegedly have this knowledge, who have up until now been attempting to conceal this knowledge. However, those in high-level administrative positions are sharing very little valid information about this. But judging by the fact that they have sold us all down the river by locking us away, stuffing us with a constant stream of fat disinformation in order to deflect attention and create confusion so the truth doesn’t come out, it’s pretty likely that the new round of ‘immigrants and revolutionaries’ are set to stage the mother of all reveals. Time to pull up the old DVD of “Independence Day”.

The European invasion of the Americas rests on founded historical events and their impact on indigenous cultures a complex and devastating chapter in human history since fleets and fleets of explorers, colonisers, and settlers who visited upon the indigenous peoples of the Americas introduced strangely hostile technologies, diseases and governing systems which badly shook if not completely vanquished the social, cultural, and political landscape of both continents.

I mean, I don’t believe it, but then I don’t believe anything. Let’s just imagine though, that these ‘foreign newcomers’, who landed here on our planet, possessed advanced technology and knowledge that far surpassed the indigenous peoples of planet Earth. Their arrival here could be seen as a moment of tremendous upheaval and immediate forfeiture of all lifestyles we were once accustomed to, as we slowly learned to deal with the new conquistadors and their bizarre tricks, not to mention their apparent lack of any value for any of our stuff, calling us a bunch of superstitious nuts and deposing us to either second rate slaves, or confining us to tight reservation-style quarters…

Let’s just imagine that, shall we?"

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REMINDER: Ignite Your Individuality
July 10, 2023 ASTROLOGY OF NOW
https://angstoic.com/2023/07/reminder-ignite-your-individuality/

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"Beware of the power dynamics at play right now. Mind games and shady tactics abound with PLUTO contra MARS and MERCURY.

An otherwise unaspected JUPITER in Taurus shows us that Faith is resilient and not easily shaken, but a semis-square from Neptune reminds us that even the most time-honoured knowledge and wisdom can be undermined.

VENUS in Leo shows that love may be resistant to change but only when rooted in genuine respect, but conjunct MARS, real hatred can persist longer than mere aversion. No good being told you’re forgiven by those around you when your past transgressions are still burning in their hearts like flickering embers.

A most frightful shift is happening, and, as history reverberates, the most significant transformations have been fueled not solely by widespread scientific and technological progress, but rather by fanatical ideologies brewing into a collective frenzy that, one way or another, when they gather into a storm have a god-awful way of propelling humanity forward.

As the North Node nears ARIES, I want to remind you to honour your individuality. Be true to yourself, and don’t let anyone else define who you should be. This is no time for indecision or uncertainty. If others can appreciate your true authentic self, your bond together will thrive exponentially. But even if they can’t, know that you must strive to earn each other’s respect and acceptance.

Seek satisfaction only in demonstrating your own unique tastes and preferences, and don’t be afraid to show the world who you truly are. Trust that your deepest passions are meaningful and worthy. Pursue them boldly, guided by your heart’s desires. Only when others can meet you in your dignity and nobility will you accept them wholeheartedly. And if not, don’t compromise your integrity or risk harm by fouling into pretence and affectations. That just will not do. Get set to ignite your individuality, let it burn brightly."

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GNARLY NEW MOON INCOMING
July 12, 2023 ASTROLOGY OF NOW

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"Monday’s NEW MOON in Cancer might seem like the perfect time to rekindle heart connections and strengthen family ties. However, opposing PLUTO, crossing the NODES, things will no doubt get insanely gnarly leading into next week.

As I keep saying, this is a bloody awful period when it feels like everyone is seriously off-dial, acting oddly, and their soul is distorted beyond retrieval.

In all the frothy sentimental nonsense, there will be those who’ll bring out the best in you and those who wrench out your utmost worst. And then there’s those who’ll make you feel so extremely mad, so completely crazy, that you’ll be tempted to chase them all the way to hell just to give them one last spray."

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“Antidote to Propaganda & Mind Control”: MARS CONJUNCT PALLAS ATHENA
July 11, 2023
ASTROLOGY OF NOW
https://angstoic.com/2023/07/antidote-to-propaganda-mind-control-mars-conjunct-pallas-athena/

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"HOW TO BRAINWASH EFFECTIVELY:

1. Keep your message simple and direct.
2. Repeat key points consistently.
3. Appeal to your audience’s prejudices and general ignorance.
4. Utilise slogans & memes for clarity and memorability.
5. Repeat key points consistently.
6. Ensure that every member of the public understands your intended message.
7. Repeat key points consistently.
8. Be mindful of people’s limited attention span.
8. Exploit the power of forgetfulness
9. Reinforce your message repeatedly.

MERCURY now opposing PLUTO at the anaretic, forming a grand cross to the NODAL AXIS, with MOON on the NORTH.
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Have a look at where we’re at. I mentioned this before, most people… perhaps 80-90% of us are prone to coercion and mind manipulation… Cultural mores and our education system are founded on it, as is our economy and its marketing strategy, and all political and business activities are guided by it. Unless you bring some light into this, you are effectively an unquestioning automaton, a mere integer in the great algorithm.

With MARS & PALLAS ATHENA conjunct, here’s my small, structured “Antidote to Propaganda & Mind Control”:

1. Respect others’ freedom to think for themselves: Avoid coercing opinions and make room for diverse perspectives.
2. Stand firm on your line of thinking: Stand up for your beliefs, but remain open to growth and be willing to adapt.
3. Be mindful of fanaticism: Avoid imposing your views and steer clear of extreme ideologies.
4. Seek open dialogue: Engage in constructive conversations to prevent conflicts from escalating.
5. Be cautious of manipulative tactics: Recognise propaganda strategies and question their intentions.
6. Dig deeper and reflect: Solve problems and uncover hidden aspects of yourself for personal growth.
7. Maintain moderation: Avoid obsessive thinking and overexertion, practice moderation.
8. Seek support and understanding: Make full use of investigative research and seek counselling/mediation to arrive at sense-making adequately.
9. Always be open to diverse perspectives: Respect others’ viewpoints, cultivating harmony through authentic communication."

[onawah]

“Finding Common Weirdness”: MOON CONJUNCT URANUS
July 13, 2023 ASTROLOGY OF NOW
https://angstoic.com/2023/07/finding-common-weirdness-moon-conjunct-uranus/

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"Each of us has a unique ‘something’ in common with others, despite our differences. Find it in the next “weirdo” you encounter.

With the Sun in Cancer, the Moon dominates this month, and whilst many of us may find ourselves more in tune with our emotions, our tendency to take things personally, subjectively can cause havoc. Sure, emotions are important, but they don’t necessarily need to be the root cause of all situations or issues here.

They just tend to do right now…

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Cancer is a water sign, famous for its intuitive and empathetic nature. During the last 20 days, and the remaining 10, the heightened emotional sensitivity of the Moon-ruled Sun makes us more likely to be more reactive to situations or interactions. It is true that emotions are complex and multifaceted, providing valuable insights into our inner world and guiding our actions, they must not be the sole determinants in the outcome of every situation. The dynamics at play must also be influenced by rational reasoning, communication, external circumstances, and the cues and actions of others.

“Taking things personally” is a natural response, particularly during a month when the Sun is in Cancer. However, be mindful of the potential dangers and pitfalls of taking things personally, as described by Don Miguel Ruiz in his book “The Four Agreements.”

Ruiz outlines that taking things personally is one of the main sources of suffering and conflict in our lives. When we take things personally, we internalise the words or actions of others as if they are a direct reflection of our worth or value. This, of course, leads us into a downward spiral of hurt feelings, resentment, and a distorted perception of ourselves….

The dangers of taking things personally lie in the fact that it puts us in a reactive and defensive state. Instead of responding objectively and seeking understanding, we become entangled in our emotional reactions, a lachrymose state of infantile paralysis which, when it hinders effective communication, leads to misunderstandings and strained relationships.

As I keep reminding us, we are in an extremely dire situation right now when anything can detonate a thermonuclear reaction. With Pluto in the game, we are exceptionally close to the razor’s edge. Things can cut deep, and it seems like we’re itching to find any excuse to be hurt

To counteract the dangers of taking things personally, let’s focus on finding something in common to connect with others. Finding even a shred of common ground will at least allow us to step back from turning everything into a personal attack. It helps us to see that people’s actions and words are often a reflection of their own inner world rather than a direct insult on us.

In the face of life’s horrendously tense woes, let’s remember that all 8 billion of us here share a common destiny. Recognising our limited time here (for one) should inspire some sense of kindness and empathy towards one another.

Let’s join forces to make the journey easier for our fellow travellers, illuminating the path with our best efforts. I’ll be along at our regular time (tomorrow), to discuss why this time is so damned tough and how we can at least steer through it with the minimum of turmoil and reactivity."

[onawah]

“At The Crossroads”: The NEW MOON at 24°56′ CANCER, Monday July 17, 2023, 18:32 UTC
July 16, 2023
ASTROLOGY OF NOW
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"At this New Moon, the Moon’s apogee takes her farthest from our Earth, creating a palpable, yet invisible sense of distancing from the celestial body closest to us. Where’s our Moon? It’s as if her loving, motherly embrace, which we often find comforting and reassuring, is just slightly out of reach, and in her Dark Moon phase, entirely out of sight from the night skies. You might be forgiven for wondering, has Mother abandoned us?

Strange forces are acting upon our blessed Moon around this lunation, not just from those invisible monsters out in the far-distant Kuiper belt, but the Moon seems at cross-purposes with her own nodal axis.

Nonetheless, the unusually remote synodic alignment of Luna with the Cancer Sun acts as an instinctual reminder for us to try to reestablish connections with our ancestral roots, contact our family, and try to return to the place we call home. After all, the Moon rules Cancer. However, there is something strangely unsettling about this lunation, a certain disquieting quality that adds complexity to Cancer’s usual capacity to evoke nostalgic longings or get us to share our most intimate feelings with those closest to our heart.

Something just doesn’t feel right around this lunation, like someone or something is plotting to spoil the homecoming merriments.

Let’s have a look at the astrology surrounding this event.

THE CANCER FACTOR:
In its most positive expression, a New Moon in Cancer brings forth a surge of maternal and nurturing energy. The desire to bond and care for others and provide protection and reassurance is present, even in less emotional types. Emotions run deep during this time, attachments are strong, and individuals may exhibit heightened psychic and intuitive abilities, making them more attuned to their “unconscious side”; more sensitive to the feelings of those around them.

The result is usually an empathetic and compassionate atmosphere where people feel mutually supported and responsive to each others’ needs, “holding space” and making others feel safe. Loyalty and devotion are amplified, and individuals may become more tenacious in pursuing their goals because it feels good to be backed up by one’s ‘homies’.

On the flip side, the negative expression of a New Moon in Cancer can amplify some of the sign’s less favourable attributes. People might become overly smothering or possessive in their relationships, leading to indulgent or pampering behaviours. Emotions could get overwhelming, resulting in hypersensitivity and moodiness, making individuals easily hurt, whimsical and impressionable to sensations. Our irrational desire to be needed and held may grow excessively strong, leading to unhealthy dependency and clinginess. Some may retreat into the past, becoming nostalgic and resistant to change, insecure about anything foreign or unusual, isolating themselves and becoming overly secretive and self-absorbed.

Worst of all, individuals may unite under a partisan banner, prone to jingoistic or tribal loyalties and an “us versus them” mentality, which can escalate divisiveness, fomenting discrimination and hatred, develop attitudes so blinkered that they dismiss the perspectives and experiences of others.

Generally, emotions are highly susceptible to manipulation during a Cancer New Moon, creating a volatile environment which can either support or hinder cooperation, empathy, and progress on a broader level. Understanding the nature of this reactive lunation helps us grasp why this period can be so unsettling. It is crucial to remain mindful of the diverse range of expressions, both positive and negative, that can arise during any Cancer New Moon, but especially this one, understanding the extraordinary influence of present planetary energies on both our personal and collective experiences. By acknowledging the current dynamics, we can navigate this time with wider awareness and make conscious choices and intentions that foster harmony and growth.

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DIRECT PLANETARY INFLUENCES:
Perhaps the most significant influence during this Cancer lunation is the challenging influence of Pluto squaring the Lunar Nodes, which eminent astrologer, Reinhold Ebertin, describes as “a common twist of fate, shared by all humanity”. Transpiring at the critical degrees around the cardinal cusps, this alignment brings forth complex, predominantly hidden scenarios that span personal, relationship, and political/business spheres.

On a personal level, it brings to our attention seething tensions over being used by others for their personal gain, stirring up intense desires for revenge or to cut loose. In relationships, the stress of objectifying partners, manipulating or exploiting them with a callous lack of sympathy, and using them for personal gratification without reciprocation, brings many affairs to a dreadful crisis throughout this period. More broadly, in politics or business, the square brings about significant discontentment with ongoing power imbalances, corporate dealbreakers and exposes corrupt negotiations involving secretive or confidential information. It also brings to the surface the potential for security breakdowns resulting from the actions of relentlessly ambitious individuals who prioritise their lust for power and centralisation of authority over the best interests of their country or organisation. These intense dynamics remind us to approach our interactions and decisions with caution and mindfulness during this transformative Cancer lunation, which in the coming hours/days forms a Cardinal Grand Cross to this dynamic.

A tight square from scornful Eris to the Cancer New Moon adds a highly charged and disruptive element to the emotional dynamics of this lunation. Eris, associated with discord and chaos due to her deep-seated envy of the gods, creates a super-tense cardinal square that exacerbates the already touchy and reactive nature of the Cancer New Moon. Alongside Chiron, this triggering of wounds can lead us to heightened conflicts, horrendous power struggles, and a strong desire to assert individuality and independence, even at the expense of safety and security. This volatile, unpredictable domestic state can lead to impulsive reactions and potential confrontations, creating a rough and unsettling atmosphere. However, it also presents an opportunity for epochal adjustments and long-awaited adaptations, pushing individuals to confront harsh truths and address underlying conflicts, even if uncomfortable or inconvenient. Eris will be conjunct the North Lunar Node for the remainder of 2023, suggesting upheavals and disruption will impact everyone somehow.

A tight semi-square from Vesta in Gemini to the Cancer New Moon further highlights how many individuals feel cut off or disconnected from the social discourse, prompting a burning desire to voice their opinions and be heard amidst all the noise. We look to the sextile from Uranus and trine from Neptune to this lunation, to provide a glimmer of hope and potential solutions. Perhaps Uranus’ influence might inspire some radical and innovative approaches to forging new unions and rediscovering a sense of belonging. Simultaneously, Neptune’s water trine opens the floodgates of compassion and understanding, promoting greater empathy and providing spiritual support during this otherwise agitated transitional period.

Complex emotional scenarios mark this highly volatile New Moon which, by activating this highly alienating Cardinal Grand Cross precipitates the climactic showdown of long-standing, transgenerational power struggles in various aspects of our lives, particularly over the past 2-3 years. The duelling influences of Pluto, Chiron/Eris, and the Lunar Nodes demand careful introspection and mindfulness in how we conduct our interactions and the decisions and intentions we set around this lunation.

OTHER INFLUENCES:
In addition to the challenging scenario mentioned above, other key planetary aspects add further layers of complexity to this highly climactic lunation.

Mercury square Jupiter: This aspect coincides with the New Moon, indicating a clash between our expressive, confident thinking (Mercury in Leo) and our conservative beliefs and socioeconomic principles (Jupiter in Taurus). There might be a tendency to be overly optimistic, opportunistic, or exaggerate facts for material gain, leading to misunderstandings or miscommunications. It’s crucial to be careful with information and avoid making hasty decisions based on incomplete data.

Mars opposite Saturn: This opposition creates a tug-of-war between assertiveness (Mars in Virgo) and restriction or discipline (Saturn in Pisces). We may feel frustration or blockages in our efforts to move forward. It’s essential to find a balance between taking action and being patient, as pushing too hard may result in setbacks or conflicts with authority figures.

Venus and Chiron Retrograde: Both Venus and Chiron slowing to retrograde motion can intensify emotional vulnerabilities and past wounds. Venus retrograde in Leo (28°♌36′) may prompt us to reevaluate the integrity we hold in our relationships and of our creative expressions, leading to a need for self-reflection and reassessment of our most intrinsic values and desires. Chiron retrograde in Aries (19°♈58′) may surface unresolved issues related to self-confidence and wounds incurred on the frontlines, where we failed to assert ourselves. It marks the beginning of a period where we are called to confront and heal old emotional wounds, allowing for new growth and mending broken hearts and promises.

OBSERVATIONS:
This is not an easy time for many of us. In my client work alone, I see that this period is fraught with incredibly tense circumstances, even for individuals who are otherwise quite adept at handling crises. Great caution is advised in handling all matters that come to our attention since we are more prone to take things personally under a highly stressed Cancer lunation. Making effective decisions is difficult under a Cardinal Grand Cross.

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For a start, it’s essential to secure our own emotional well-being before we venture off into trying to generate constructive interactions with others. It’s best to stay calm and composed, taking deep breaths before responding impulsively. Practising empathy means using our emotional intelligence to understand the other person’s perspective and the reasons behind their stress. Avoid internalising the pressure, reminding yourself that it’s about the situation, not a reflection of your worth.

Consciously establishing clear boundaries between our own emotions and others’ is important, as is using clear, assertive communication to express your thoughts without getting defensive. If things become overwhelming, take short breaks to regroup. If things overheat, seek support from trusted individuals to help you cool down, vent and gain advice.

As we can see in the exterior world, things are heating up immensely, or at least reaching the point of extremes. It’s not unlikely to react emotionally when pushed to the edge. Under such conditions, practising emotional self-regulation and refraining from taking things personally becomes even more crucial. If you decide to create support groups or unions, it’s essential to recognise that the pressure you’re experiencing may not necessarily decrease. In many cases, with the North Node shifting into Aries, the combined emotional quotient of any union might only lower the frequency of your individual trajectory, meaning that it may not directly ease the pressure you’re facing. By maintaining a level-headed approach, seeking support, and focusing on effective communication, we can steer through even the most stressful situations effectively and hopefully contribute to more positive outcomes. Naturally, this may be easier said than done during this period, and as I have “predicted” many times regarding these transits, things could escalate into a complete degenerative state before we can see some constructive regeneration that starts to benefit the wider whole. The reason individuals appear to be in it for themselves is complex, but I figure that the universe is trying to tell us that we must at least learn to stand up for ourselves."

[onawah]

VENUS RETROGRADE: LOVE RESURRECTION July 23-September 4
ANG STOIC
JUL 22
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"Greetings fellow travellers,

As we approach the end of Cancer season, it's worth reflecting on the intense emotional rollercoaster ride we've experienced in the past month. These past couple of weeks, in particular, haven't been easy, with some of the most intense transits of the year (so far). Malefics at odds, like Mars opposing Saturn and the South Node switch to Libra conflicting with Pluto at 29º Capricorn, have made it challenging for many of us to find common ground. With the Sun forming a critical Grand Cross on the Cardinal Axis, one may wonder if we’ll ever love one another again.

As we near the end of July, already declared the "hottest on record," we can sense massive change in the air. The signs are everywhere, and amidst a time when it seems like everyone and everything around us is cramping our style, we must remember that true style never falters; it simply adapts to the times.

Under super-heavy transits, the choice between conserving our precious "style" and adopting necessary shifts in how we show love, appease our tastes or share our state of mind leaves us with no choice but to adapt to the evolving fashion of the times, however awkward it may feel. As Venus, the ‘Head of Style Counsel’ and ruler of Libra and Taurus, stations to retrograde, it presents a valuable opportunity to introspect and evaluate how we can navigate these fashion shifts while still staying true to our “authentic selves”.

Ready for the Descent
After two months of brightly bejewelling our night skies as ‘Evening Star’ (Hesperus), Venus now enters her most transformative stage as she stations to turn retrograde. Unlike her celestial teenage sibling, Mercury, who frequently retrogrades every four months, the nubile goddess switches sides with Father Sun only once every 19 months. It is a moment that marks a pivotal shift in how we set our style for love, beauty, peace and harmony, but before we go into how it will affect us, allow me to explain the basic function of the inner planets and why they are so critical to the primary function of the Sun.

The Soul’s Heart and Mind
From an Earth-centered perspective, our Sun (Sol) holds the prime position in our galaxy as our closest and most revered star. As the supreme creator-being and central powerhouse of our solar system, the Sun exerts his majestic influence on us all, generously sharing his radiant warmth and light.

In the inner orbits, nestled between the Sun and Earth, we find Mercury and Venus, two planets playing the crucial role of direct intermediaries, effortlessly expressing Sol's vital energy. Their orbits are relatively close to the Sun, never allowing them to stray too far from his brilliance. This tight proximity to the Source grants them the unique ability to serve as immediate, unfiltered conduits for his powerful electromagnetic creative impulses. With unwavering dedication, they faithfully convey his fundamental purpose with immaculate precision and integrity.

MERCURY, The Cosmic Runner
Mercury, the Sun's closest acolyte, attends to matters of the mind. The master’s errand boy facilitates the transmission of thoughts and ideas, relaying the electrical component of this solar function. As the faithful messenger, Mercury oversees the mental processes that convey the rich exchange of data between the lower and higher mind, and like cosmic Wi-Fi, bridging the gap between mundane thoughts and our conscious solar essence.

VENUS, The Handmaiden
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Venus, the Sun's closest companion, manages the heart-based aspects of our soul. As the Sun's devoted handmaiden, Venus shapes our choices and affections through her magnetic influence on our solar impulses. Her exquisite taste curates our interactions with the world, defining our aesthetic preferences, social circles, and values that define our sense of self.

Functioning as a personal arbiter of fashion and style, Venus refines our tastes to suit our environment, guiding us away from negativity. Her magnetic attraction-repulsion function rejuvenates and elevates our self-image, ensuring we remain stylish while fulfilling our desires and needs. Additionally, Venus curates our social values and shapes our perception of society, aligning us with life's most pleasing and amiable qualities and seeing that our experience adds value.

Vectors of the Soul
As rulers of the 2-dimensional realm, Mercury and Venus collaborate to create essential channels between our life source and our thoughts and emotions. This profound connection aligns our core intelligence with universal forces, shaping our experiences, relationships, and self-awareness. By transducing electromagnetic energies from the solar source into our subjective lunar inner world, they charge our personality with the wit and charm to get what’s coming to us.

These ‘inner orbit’, or ‘inferior’ planets and their respective retrograde periods hold crucial significance in how we adjust our patterns to suit the trending shifts of practical life. While Mercury's frequent retrogrades disrupt communication and affect decision-making and our thinking, Venus' retrograde has its own significance. Let's explore why this period is so important.

What is Venus Retrograde?
Similar to the other inferior planet, Mercury, Venus retrogrades roughly every 18 months for 40 days. This phenomenon is an optical illusion caused by the differences in the orbital speeds of Earth and Venus. Since Earth orbits the Sun faster, there are moments when we "lap" Venus in its orbit, causing it to appear like it’s moving backwards, or retrograde, relative to the background stars.

During Venus Retrograde, her influence on our lives may be felt more intensely since she covers horoscope ground three times. As the ruler of emotions, aesthetics, relationships, and values, this period prompts introspection and inner exploration. It is a time when we may review, question and seriously reconsider our style of preferences, desires, and relationships, delving into the depths of our emotions and making conscious choices that align with our authentic selves. By the end of the process, the way we pull things into our lives (including money) gets a makeover (to say the least).

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Venus enters her pre-retrograde shadow on June 19, stations and turns retrograde at 28°Le36′ on July 22, then stations and turns direct at 12° Leo 12′ on September 3, leaving the Retrograde Zone on October 7.

What is the energetic effect?
When Venus turns about-face to retrograde, a profound shift occurs in our magnetic resonance. Our most primal, animalistic appetites awaken, and instinctual powers of attraction lead us to grapple with internal conflicts between our usually outgoing, socially extroverted nature and a yearning for secrecy, introversion, complexity, and perversion.

As Venus descends towards her inferior conjunction with the Sun, our most unconscious desires stir. By following the heart's blind impulses to what’s “good for us” we tap into the intrinsic knowledge of life's most arcane mysteries, even touching upon the realm of death itself

Confronting the dark underbelly of love and affection, its true essence is laid bare, sometimes morphing into a profound hatred towards a once much-beloved object of our affection. This call to change the way we feel becomes a call to arms, triggering an internal battle that challenges unsatisfying love attitudes, unrequited love and outdated values. It unleashes a love that poets dread and dreamers wish to avoid—a love bearing the sinister facets of the underworld.

Venus retrograde offers a rare opportunity for deep introspection, allowing us to confront and transform our innermost desires and emotions, paving the way for profound aesthetic growth and change in style and how we express appreciation.

What to expect?
During Venus Retrograde, we might find ourselves reminiscing about past loves, experiencing a sense of longing for what’s lost, and a magnifying of imperfections in current relationships.

Insecurities and self-consciousness may surface, leading to a struggle to express and receive love authentically. Additionally, we may encounter challenges in trusting others' affection and may question the genuineness of their intentions.

Moreover, we might feel a predilection towards material and physical aspects of relationships, seeking external forms to fulfil our emotional needs. Creative individuals may witness a shift in focus or technique during this time, prompting them to reevaluate their work and life's purpose.

How is Venus retrograding Leo going to play out?
Venus last retrograded through Leo precisely eight years ago, during July/August 2015. During the Venus Retrograde period in the Leo sector of our charts, we may find ourselves experiencing bombastic power struggles, projecting our loudest, proudest qualities into everything we do. Similarly, while encouraged to support others, a sense of uncertainty about the sincerity of their appreciation for us might lead to silent judgments, regrets and reservations.

Seeking approval from others and fearing disapproval could result in holding back our warm and gregarious nature, leading to self-absorption and social unease during what is already a difficult time for getting along. A primary challenge during this retrograde will be finding a balance between being overbearing and genuinely impressive. Although we strive to be forthright, the retrograde vibration may not always produce the desired effects in others, unintentionally causing them to be repulsed or withdraw from us.

We might unknowingly alienate others by our overzealous seeking of recognition, attention, admiration, etc., which could create social isolation and feelings of powerlessness. While this Venus Retrograde position may not particularly harm us as individuals, it can create complexities for those seeking genuine connections with us. Constant display and attention-seeking behaviours might hinder others from relating to us authentically.

We may value appreciation, loyalty, and affection but feel wounded or betrayed by disloyalty and deception. This period offers an opportunity for reflection on our past experiences in love and relationships, examining our power dynamics and tendencies to seek attention. By doing so, we can gain a deeper understanding of how these patterns influence our interactions, fostering more genuine connections.

Conveying our natural flair for drama and acknowledging others' need for acceptance (inclusion) enables us to uplift and inspire, promoting ease of heart-to-heart communication. Remember that our authentic creativity seeks recognition, and expressing genuine love holds tremendous importance for us during this time. Cultivating awareness of our kindest, most generous actions and their impact on others is vital to nurturing meaningful relationships during this transformative transit in the Leo sector of our charts.

How to handle it?
Dealing with a particularly confronting Venus Retrograde might need some work. Here are some practical steps to handle Venus Retrograde effectively:

a. Self-Reflection: Take time to introspect and understand your emotions and needs. Reflect on past experiences to identify patterns and understand their impact on your present relationships.

b. Communication: Open, honest communication with your partner or loved ones is essential. Share your feelings and concerns to enable understanding and connection.

c. Reveal Vulnerability: Allow yourself to be vulnerable and authentic in your relationships. Disclosing weaknesses can lead to deeper connections and emotional growth.

d. Release Past Hurts: Focus on healing old wounds and letting go of past hurts. Forgiveness and self-compassion can pave the way for inner peace.

e. Cultivate Self-Love: During this period, practice self-love and self-care. Engage in activities that bring joy and nourishment to your soul.

f. Creative Expression: Explore creative outlets to channel your emotions and transform inner turmoil into art, music, or writing.

Closing Comments
The past few years have been tumultuous for matters of the heart. With Venus' retrograde in Leo, we have witnessed a shift from true romance and authentic creativity to showmancing and digital stagecraft. It is evident that everything loses its meaning when it lacks genuine, heartfelt expression. This critical period calls for profound change at every level, highlighting the importance of opening our hearts to real love, artistic expression and appreciation of what is genuine and authentic.

During Venus’ retrograde in Leo, we are granted strength and courage to confront our fears, releasing grudges and emotional burdens that hinder love's full potential. We will also come to value what is honest and veer away from pretence and fraudulent efforts to impress us. Letting go of attention-seeking behaviours and grandstanding, we learn to see the positives in others and celebrate their best qualities, fostering much-needed understanding and compassion. Engaging in joyful activities opens the two-way vectors of love, enhancing our magnetic ability to both give and receive love.

Now is the time to lower our defences, show our true selves and allow vulnerability to strengthen the bonds that unite us. By lowering our fragile ‘toughness routine’ and opening up to the joy of love, we pave the way for a more enjoyable, more compassionate world. As we collectively open our hearts and radiate a shift in love frequencies, a future brimming with profound connections and exciting new love awaits us, and generations to come."

[onawah]

“Extraterrestrial Heat”: VENUS/MERCURY forming a YOD to NEPTUNE/PLUTO
July 27, 2023
ASTROLOGY OF NOW
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"Next few days are packing some extraterrestrial heat, so listen up…

If you dare step outside, just after sunset, you might spot VENUS, now stationary at 28º Leo. She forms a YOD (“finger of god”) opposite NEPTUNE/PLUTO, two of the most extraterrestrial known planets, currently locked in a sextile that’ll hold steady for another decade or so.

So, here’s where it gets really freaky. In just 24 hours, VENUS will be conjunct her innermost brother, MERCURY, right at the apex of this YOD, forming a celestial union that shuttles in interdimensional ideas, feelings, perceptions, and impressions, offering us a unique window to bridge the infinitely unknown mysteries of the universe with our own infinitely perplexing inner journeys.

Meanwhile, the first-quarter Scorpio Moon will have directly opposed URANUS, still in Taurus, holding a weird earthspace for these otherworldly transmissions…

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All this is happening at 28º11′ Leo, not too far from Regulus (The Heart of the Lion). Regulus is a fixed star at 29°50′ Leo with an orb of 2°30′, meaning that its influence is strongest on planets within these degrees. Fixed stars are believed to imbue certain characteristics or energies onto the planets they come into contact with, which then manifest in some way in the individuals born under such configurations

Regulus is traditionally known as ‘the little king’ or ‘prince’, symbolises honour, power, and authority. It is associated with the healing archangel Raphael and characterised as one of the Four Horsemen of Apocalypse. Regulus, a star 4 times more massive than our own Sun, is said by ancient astrologers to grant the qualities of magnanimity, generosity, ambition, power-desire, high spirits, and independence. His powerful light transmissions could also cause turbulence, scandalous actions, and eventual failures or downfall, reflecting the journey of a great person suffering a tremendous reversal of fortunes.

In my observations, just as Regulus can be known to be a ‘king-maker’, it can also be a king-breaker….

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This period is perhaps the most discombobulating period in known history. Since people stopped tuning into the one or two mainstream channels of narrative, the world has gone into a tower of Babel scenario where everyone is speaking their own language of experiences, beliefs, and perceptions. However, it’s in these times of perceived chaos that we can truly dive deep into the innermost recesses of our own consciousness and create meaning out of the seemingly nonsensical.

Ok, it’s awful. You’re bothered, confused and pissed off with everyone who’s trying to convince you that things are ok. Ok, that’s…. like, normal. Forget those guys, let them graze on their “grass”. Now you, you gotta understand that this is a super-inverted reality-tunnel, a reflection of the supernatural Neptune/Pluto sextile’s transformative influence. Just like it did in the mid-1940’s-1950s, amid the chaos, new, almost “alien” technologies are advancing rapidly, preparing us for a future where AI (non-human intelligence) plays an integral role in everything from healthcare to emotional well-being, while blockchain technology revolutionises all business/governmental transactions. But it’s not just tech – the sextile also incites deep introspective journeys. People (all of us) will begin to dig within themselves, rejecting superficiality in search of authenticity, fostering empathy and deeper understanding of each other. It’s a slow, trickle-down, silent metamorphosis that will leave an indelible mark and it starts with you, stepping off the main train and catching your own ride. So don’t be too bothered by the rancour and the turbulence. Make the most of it. Real growth happens at the fringes of your own discomfort. This is not your downfall, but your renaissance…"

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RESTORING PUBLIC TRUST – Finding Hope in the Era of Digital Darkness
July 20, 2023 ASTROLOGY OF NOW

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"They say that “hypocrisy is a victimless crime”, and so it continues to go unpunished, usually because the perpetration and perpetuation of double standards are committed by those who say “hypocrisy is a victimless crime” – usually by those who have the gall to pass laws over others (daddy types).

Of course, the association of hypocrisy with the “daddy-type” can astrologically be attributed to the transformative influence of Pluto transiting Capricorn over these past 15-16 years. Since Pluto entered Capricorn, there’s been intensified scrutiny of authority figures and traditional power structures and the gradual exposure of instances of blatant hypocrisy concerning paternalistic or authoritative figures. By generating intense mania for status, wealth, authority, social prestige, and public entitlements, this transit has brought to light hidden flaws and inconsistencies, leading to a demand for greater accountability and authenticity from those in positions of power. While not universally applicable, the term “daddy-type hypocrisy” emerged as a way to describe this boutique manifestation of hypocrisy within the context of stern patriarchal figures during Pluto’s transit through Capricorn.

At present, it appears as if hypocrisy has reached epidemic levels, its rampant prevalence is causing catastrophic inequality and injustice. For instance, when a lawmaker or senator advocates for strict drug laws (“war on drugs”) but is later discovered to have a family/private life plagued by drug abuse, their refusal to publically address it as a personal problem undermines not only his power but the credibility of those laws. This erosion of public trust in both laws and its officials results in a loss of confidence and a broader scepticism towards ‘leadership’ and patriarchal institutions.

Top-down hypocrisy is far from victimless; it yields far-reaching consequences, negatively affecting people’s quality of life and society as a whole. It leads to an endemic, unfixable sense of unfairness within the legal system. In the digital age, the repercussions are rapid, severe and often unfixable, perpetuating an environment of iniquity that permeates society.

TRANSITIONING DIMENSIONS OF REALITY
As Pluto approaches the end of its ambitious journey through Capricorn, the cardinal-earth sign governed by Saturn, and with Saturn currently in Pisces, we come to acknowledge the potential consequences of eroded public trust. The transition of Pluto into Aquarius, the zodiac’s most revolutionary and destabilising sign, raises humanity’s prospect of facing periods of chaos and uncertainty as governance of the physical world and all its resources come to evolve.

From my perspective as an astrologer/reader, I perceive the natural progression from Capricorn to Aquarius as a pivotal moment where we must choose between embracing new technologies to regulate and enforce social laws/codes or rejecting them altogether, leading to anarchic systems. The future systems of ‘governance’ will be either finely tuned techno-surveillance mechanisms that self-correct every individual action deemed inequitable or completely non-existent, and we will probably experience periods of both during Pluto’s long reign through Aquarius (2024-2043).

As keen observers of the more subtle shifts, we come to observe that ‘how one does anything is how they do everything,’ a guideline that provides us with valuable insights into the impeccability of their moral character and its potential to become corrupted. Signs of hypocrisy are the telltale indicators, little red flags that provide cues on how much respect we will appropriate others in our interactions. We might say that this is ‘judgemental’, but in the public world, especially in that of business, our judgement of others’ character is important. People betray themselves immensely, commonly, frequently, sometimes without knowing it. More often than not, however, they do it knowingly, assuming that others are either oblivious or complicit in their various acts of hypocrisy. This stems from a collective fear of being called out for inconsistencies in character, leading to potential social consequences like being “cancelled.”

While the Aquarian Age promises to address many of these endemic social inequities, it also challenges our inherent sense of entitlement. Although we may rightfully deserve certain social and materialistic privileges based on merit, unjustified entitlement rooted in outdated traditions and inherited prestige (due to socioeconomic class, gender, colour, creed, etc.) faces scrutiny as awareness rises. The tech age has flooded us with vast insights, leading to enormously disruptive changes since 2011-12, challenging long-standing structures and hereditary control.

In the 4D/Uranian concepts of the Aquarian Age, the focus is on the present tense, diverging from Saturn’s linear past/future-oriented 3D models. This paradigm shift challenges the traditional linear systems, its aristocratic lineages, for example and encourages us to embrace a new way of governance that aligns with the evolving consciousness.

THE DIGITAL CONVERSION
In today’s increasingly digital (4D)/decreasingly physical (3D) landscape of consciousness-appropriation, the principle of being judged by our most recent actions holds enormous significance. The notion that “you’re only as good as your last 5 minutes” has become prevalent, particularly in the realms of our online interactions, but quickly permeating the physical sphere. Here, our reputation and social worth (status) are closely tied to our latest deeds and accomplishments (updates), a trend that is accentuated by feedback mechanisms of “likes,” “shares,” and general engagement on social media platforms.

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This system of real-time assessment, however, comes with some heavy and often dark complexities. Those in control of media and platforms, for instance, have the ability to strategically employ ‘spaced-repetition,’ subtly shaping the collective mindset and amplifying specific messages. We have seen this propagandist approach reach its zenith during the Trump/Covid years (2015-2022), demonstrating the power of influencing public opinion through repetitive exposure.

Conversely, this digital culture of merit and reward has also led to a phenomenon known as ‘cancel culture,’ where individuals or ‘influencer’ accounts can be throttled, shadow-banned, or outright censored based on their latest actions or statements. This phenomenon reflects the extreme consequences that can arise from real-time accountability and the potential for sudden, swift and drastic reversals (Uranian law).

For a deeper exploration of these dynamics, I have shared my insights in a retrospective article on ‘Pluto in Capricorn,‘ where I delve more extensively into the impact of these trends and how they have unfolded during this transformative astrological period.

ACCOUNTABILITY THROUGH BLOCKCHAIN TECHNOLOGY
Pluto in the Saturn-ruled Capricorn (2008-2024) exemplifies the rise of centralised authoritarian regimes and singular points of influence and power, such as corporeal heads. However, this influence begins to diminish as Saturn continues through Pisces over the next two years, revealing a state of confusion, lies, and delusions. The authority’s grasp weakens as the Piscean transparency palpably exposes society’s widespread misconceptions, fraudulent conduct, and general incompetence, making them more visible to the public. The scenario that unfolds escalates into a series of unethical scandals and cheating, eventually rendering the 3D model unworkable and obsolete.

When Pluto finally enters Aquarius in November 2024, its dispositor shifts from Saturn to Uranus, who will be positioned in the late degrees of Taurus. This transition marks a significant shift in the astrological picture, leading to revolutionary changes as Uranus exerts its Taurus influences almost immediately.

Here is where blockchain technology comes into play. Known for its decentralised and digitally transparent nature, blockchain has the potential to revolutionise accountability on both moral and economic levels. By implementing blockchain-based systems and advanced AI computing models, a secure and immutable record of transactions and actions can be established. This technology has already demonstrated its effectiveness in various areas since Uranus entered Taurus in 2018, including the rise of reliable cryptocurrencies, improved supply chain management, financial transactions, and voting systems, where transparency and accountability are paramount.

With the shift to Uranus’ rule over Pluto in Aquarius, the administration of power undergoes a significant shift from the hierarchical structures of Capricorn to more lateral and progressive Aquarian models. This shift also transforms the mass conceptions of time, transitioning from a linear model to a more present-time focus in power administration.

Integrating blockchain into real-time accountability engenders a more trustworthy evaluation of actions, values, and reputations. The decentralised nature of blockchain ensures that no single entity has control, mitigating the influence of biases or manipulations. Each step or action recorded on the blockchain becomes a permanent and transparent entry, eliminating the possibility of alteration or removal. This newfound transparency fosters a more just and equitable system of accountability, aligning with the principles of the Uranus-ruled Aquarian Age.

More significantly, on the economic level, blockchain’s use in areas like financial transactions and supply chain management demonstrates its potential for creating a fairer and more transparent distribution of resources. By leveraging smart contracts, a blockchain-based system can automatically execute rewards or consequences based on predefined criteria, reducing human intervention, ensuring fairness in outcomes and inspiring much more enthusiasm and opportunity for people to become authentic producers of product, services, content creators or distributors.

A WORLD OF UNREST
As we can see, over the next 12-18 months, challenges loom large on the horizon. Public trust in every 3D institution is eroding as the champions of the physical world make a desperate grab for what’s left. Corruption runs rampant, leaving us questioning everything down to the very foundations of accountability. With Saturn in Pisces, legacy media and established regulatory bodies seem hesitant or unwilling to hold those in power accountable, further contributing to a sense of disillusionment and cynicism.

The increased allocation of funds into promoting more wars, famines, and epidemics appears to go unchecked, and insane acts of wealth transference continue like broad-daylight robbery, raising concerns about whether anyone truly cares for human welfare and global well-being. This prevailing lack of accountability only exacerbates these issues, creating a disheartening environment where hypocrisy and psychopathic injustices prevail. Naturally, when the path forward seems so desperate and uncertain, people descend into madness. We will see much of this utter extremity when the Aries North Node opens an incoming portal to ERIS energy (AUG-DEC).

In the coming months, as we grapple with these unprecedented complexities of global strife and universal dissent, it becomes imperative to champion a push for greater transparency, integrity, and a collective commitment to real accountability. We already possess the technology to constitute a more just and equitable system, one that is decentralised and stimulates individual endeavour (again, but truly this time). Yeah, the immediate road ahead looks arduous, heartbreaking, and even cruel at times. We need to tackle these issues head-on and work towards rebuilding public trust and dismantling the old patriarch/oligarch systemic hypocrisy.

DRASTIC MEASURES TO ENTER THE UNIFIED FIELD
So here, in mid-2023, in the midst of unprecedented challenges and eroding public trust, it is crucial that we embrace a future characterised by greater transparency of our structures and laws, integrity of character, and unequivocal accountability. This notion may be daunting for many of us, for we all feel somewhat entitled to certain privileges over others, and willing to act like monsters to hide or insist that these are merited. However, the emergence of blockchain technology into our currency stream is not only an inescapable future concept but ultimately offers all a decentralised and trustworthy foundation for a more just and equitable society.

In the meantime, by challenging hypocrisy, standing up to what we see as unqualified controls, engaging in personal protests where directives are unwarranted, refusing to buy toxic goods and boycotting shady services, enacting labour-striking against tyrannical or greedy employers, refusing to vote for criminals and liars, and employing civil, non-violent forms of disobedience, we learn to challenge the rusty machines of corruption and deceit. In this way, we embody the essence of ERIS, engaging in a non-war war against their war – the only fight genuinely worth having. Dismantling the old systems is difficult, but we are at the razor’s edge now. Drastic measures are necessary for rebuilding public trust. Enough with our little hypocrisies. Let us be honest, even if it is a little humbling, and stand united in the fight against instances of dishonesty and fraud, paving the way for a brighter future where authenticity and fairness prevail."

[onawah]

“Nothing Compares”: AQUARIUS SUPERMOON: Tue Aug 01 2023, 18:32 UTC
August 1, 2023
ASTROLOGY OF NOW
https://angstoic.com/2023/08/nothing-compares-aquarius-supermoon-tue-aug-01-2023-1832-utc/

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"In July, we had one Supermoon, and in August, we will have two. But what does this mean exactly? Why should we care if it’s a Full Moon or a Supermoon, and what’s the significance? The Moon’s orbit is elliptical, causing it to appear bigger or smaller depending on its proximity to Earth. With a synodic cycle of approximately 29.5 days, there will be a month when we have two Full Moons. This occurrence is known as a “once in a Blue Moon.”

Having two Supermoons in one month signifies heightened emotions and personal crises. During Full Moons, it’s crucial not to take things too personally, go to extremes, or overreact. It’s essential to be mindful of our emotions and avoid committing harmful actions.

The Aquarian Full Moon combines emotional intensity with innovative and forward-thinking energy, resulting in revolutionary and progressive ideas. This Full Moon tends to trigger unique Aquarian responses, such as intellectual, analytical, and free-spirited reactions. Spiritually, it highlights the value of individuality and encourages people to work towards the greater good. Symbolically, it merges the potential for chaos and revelation of a Full Moon with Aquarius’s unconventional wisdom. Ultimately, the Aquarian Full Moon symbolises the culmination of both personal and societal growth, offering a chance for a broader understanding of ourselves and our universe through the futuristic lens of the Water Bearer.

The Leo/Aquarius Dichotomy:
When the transiting Leo Sun opposes the culminating Aquarian Supermoon, it creates a complex interplay of contrasting forces. Leo’s self-assertive, warm, and magnanimous energy clashes with the intellectual, detached, and progressive Aquarius energy, exposing both individual and collective tensions. Leo’s desire for self-expression, control, and admiration can lead to a dictatorial tendency, mistakenly believing that its will is the universal will, thus imposing its perspectives on others. At the same time, Aquarius’s impulse towards collective good and universalism can dissolve into high-minded, abstract notions that bypass personal, emotional connections, leading to perceived coldness or impersonality.

To navigate this acrimony, it’s vital to seek a synthesis of these opposing forces. This involves blending Leo’s warmth, self-confidence, and leadership with Aquarius’s universalism and intellectual detachment. One can embody Leonian strength and self-assuredness without resorting to power games or manipulation, while also embracing Aquarian ideals of equality, open-mindedness, and collective good. The task is to use the Leo Sun’s radiance to illuminate the truths and visions stirred by the Aquarian moon, applying them in a practical and heartfelt way. To channel these conflicting energies into a harmonious whole, we must cultivate personal warmth and generosity, balancing it with a dedication to the collective good, expressing ourselves authentically without seeking to dominate others, and learning to hold space for a variety of truths and experiences, not just our own or that of the mainstream.

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Jupiter T-square:
The 4th harmonic alignment of Jupiter in Taurus with the Leo Sun and Aquarius Moon creates a tense situation, where personal versus collective ideals are in conflict with optimism and practicality. Jupiter in Taurus promotes a practical and stable approach to growth, with a focus on material pleasures and grounded optimism. However, this clashes with the bombastic displays of Leo and the future-oriented idealism of Aquarius, which can lead to disagreements.

On the downside, the Jupiter T-Square could lead to excessive confidence and self-indulgence. The fact that Leo, Aquarius, and Taurus are all fixed signs could amplify stubbornness and reluctance to adapt. During the time that Jupiter is in Taurus, we may feel a pull towards trying to justify our actions based on material possessions, financial gain, and activities that bring us pleasure. However, it’s important not to forget the importance of each individual’s integrity or the greater good of society. It’s possible that we may become too focused on satisfying our present-moment interests and neglect future plans or humanitarian interests.

“It is difficult to get a man to understand something, when his salary depends on his not understanding it.”
~ Upton Sinclair
The Leo Sun may also be seeking recognition and validation during this time, expressing its most ferocious side when this is not forthcoming. Associated with fire and ruled by the Sun, Leo’s overwhelming need for attention, praise, and the limelight, does cause us to sometimes overshadow others unintentionally in our quest for success and dominance. If we feel unheard or underappreciated, a stressed Leo Sun could see us responding to challenges by getting temperamental. Wounded pride can lead to fiery outbursts, and unwillingness to admit our mistakes could lead us to forcibly impose our will on others with grandiloquent displays of entitlement and authoritarianism. The results could be frighteningly out of proportion under such a Full Moon.

It’s crucial that we aim to restore the balance between satisfying our sensual pleasures in present reality and thinking ahead to our future prosperity and progress, represented by Taurus and Aquarius, respectively.

Although tense, this Jupiter T-square on the Full Moon presents opportunities for constructive growth and encourages us to ground our optimism in practical realities, tuning into our inner guide and balancing constructive opportunities. Jupiter in Taurus forcibly nudges us to take pragmatic, tangible actions to ground our visions (Aquarius) and desires for recognition (Leo). This requires respecting and learning from different perspectives, defining and respecting personal boundaries, and being open to new experiences without overextending ourselves.

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Other factors:
Mars’s activation of the Pluto/Nodal square can intensify emotions, sparking power struggles and exposing deeply hidden fears or insecurities. This is a period of profound transformation that often involves delving into life’s darker aspects, which can feel uncomfortable or challenging, but also crucial for personal growth and evolution.

A trine between Mars in Virgo and Jupiter in Taurus adds a practical, grounded energy to the mix, which can be highly beneficial to getting stuff done. Taurus and Virgo are both earth signs, emphasising trusty hard-nosed pragmatism, stability, and diligent work. This trine can help channel the dynamic tensions of the above square and the Leo-Aquarius opposition into productive and tangible outcomes.

Mars also heads up a Virgo stellium, alongside Pallas Athena, who injects down-home wisdom, strategic insights, and an inherent courage to tackle disputes head-on, and Mercury, catalysing a powerful blend of precise problem-solving skills coupled with enough assertiveness to execute the job. However, Mercury’s opposition to Saturn in Pisces may seem obstructive at first, presenting a frustrating conflict between meticulous, analytical thinking (Mercury in Virgo) and the urge for surrender, acceptance, and intuitive perception (Saturn in Pisces). Verbal disagreements can potentially grind into acute mental anguish and incite overly analytical thinking or rigid beliefs. While this may initially seem negative, it can also serve a positive purpose because such conflicts could simultaneously aid us in doing something to alleviate ongoing power struggles and ego clashes, which are characteristic of the fixed Leo-Aquarius dynamic. This is because wordy clashes could help us better understand differing perspectives, enhance our communication skills, and potentially find common ground amidst the stubbornness. Remembering that Venus is currently retrograde, placing much emphasis on dealing with relationship drama.

All oppositions bring some conflict. Still, any opposition becomes enlightening within the Full Moon context amidst continuing tensions between Leo (me) and Aquarius (we). It calls for a balance between rational analysis and intuitive comprehension, requesting us to unite these aspects – to be pragmatic and logical yet receptive to the wisdom of our intuition and the shared subconscious.

Amidst the grandiose entitlement of Leo and the progressive vision of Aquarius, the influence of Virgo and Pisces can direct us toward a more balanced, realistic, and tangible understanding of how to actualise these magnanimous energies. These placements remind us to stay rooted, focus on details, and trust in our intuitive wisdom as we navigate the transformations and trials this Full Moon presents.

Synopsis:
As we are aware, these are intensely troubling times. Pluto, at Capricorn’s anaretic degree, clings tenaciously to institutional authority, reluctant to relinquish power despite the clear end of its reign. The square to the Nodes poses an existential threat to all humanity, because it is most likely that our desperation to maintain control over everything threatens our most fundamental connection—the ego’s bond with its own soul.

This lunation isn’t going to be a casual walk in the park. It is clear that the establishment’s efforts to crush nonconformity are losing ground, with the Aquarian Supermoon highlighting an escalating impulse to revolt against rules that inhibit free expression and impede progress. There will be conflicts to navigate, but if handled well, it can provide the catalyst for restoring balance between our individual ambitions with our roles within society, all while reminding us to keep our feet firmly planted in reality.

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The Full Moon now invites us to integrate our ideals, personal desires, and practical realities. The tension generated by this T-square is a clarion call to explore our potential for growth and expansion within the boundaries of our immediate realities.

We should focus on the quality rather than the quantity of our experiences, honouring our personal truth while also respecting the diverse truths of others. We must command truth at all costs.

As humans, it is natural to crave knowing the answers to the big, unanswered questions. Some mysteries are glaringly inexplicable, yet are seemingly forbidden to scrutinise.

Where did we come from? Is there extraterrestrial intelligence, and does the government possess more knowledge than they are revealing to us? Who killed the Kennedys? Why do leaders, who often claim to champion moral virtues, engage in or support war and other violent conflicts, especially those that harm innocent civilians and children? How can institutions that declare a commitment to justice and fairness perpetuate systemic inequality, cruelty and discrimination? Why do those in power, who are supposed to protect the vulnerable, often exploit them instead? Can we as a species achieve true, unadulterated artificial intelligence, and what would that mean for humanity?

These questions are not the folly of “conspiracy theorists”, but rather the echoes of our collective curiosity. In the Aquarian era of enlightenment, our insatiable thirst for answers to life’s greatest enigmas grows exponentially. Our curiosity cannot be silenced, nor will our voice, for it is in answering these questions, under this Aquarius Full Moon, that we find the courage to reshape our most authentic selves, our relationships and our world."

[onawah]

“Staying in the Game”: LEO NEW MOON LUNATION REPORT [Cosmic Bus #2332]
August 11, 2023
https://angstoic.com/2023/08/staying-in-the-game-leo-new-moon-lunation-report-cosmic-bus-2332/

"The Leo New Moon is only a week away, and in perfect square to Uranus, promises more surprises than Kanye West crashing your next bat mitzvah.

Remember, just when you think it's all over, it ain't over. There's a whole new series packed with twisters coming, and that's only between now and the end-of-month's Super Blue Moon. Who needs netflix, right?

Everything is accelerating, but it's mostly on the inside. You are learning to re-integrate. Outside, the old world continues to disintegrate. The breaking up process (while hard to do) is necessary as we prepare to re-enter the new earth's atmosphere. Those poor souls who cling desperately to the exterior are in for a rough landing if they come in at all...

As you are seeing, the New Moon in Leo brings us a series of earth-thumping effects.

Join me for a cosmic bus ride; prepare for re-entry (leave all baggage)."

https://angstoic.com/2023/08/staying-in-the-game-leo-new-moon-lunation-report-cosmic-bus-2332/

[onawah]

“Face the Heat”: LEO SUN/VENUS TRINE CHIRON IN ARIES
August 12, 2023
ASTROLOGY OF NOW
https://angstoic.com/2023/08/face-the-heat-leo-sun-venus-trine-chiron-in-aries/

"The Leo SUN/VENUS trine CHIRON in Aries isn’t a gentle, soothing embrace; it’s a defiant roar. It challenges you to face your pain, not with soft, schmaltzy sweet caresses, but with fierce, fiery conviction.

“Although I love you, I’m not going to coddle you or hold your hand through this,” it declares.

Be bold now, OK? Have the courage to go down, deep into your wounds, confront your darkness, find strength in vulnerability. This period sure isn’t easy, but it’s not about wallowing in self-pity, either; it’s about rising, scars and all, ready to do battle again. Let the fierce love of Leo fusing with the warrior spirit of Aries fuel your healing. Stand tall. The universe has your back on this (if you got the front).

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Nobody’s gonna hold your hand, nor do you wanna drag anyone. It’s each for themselves, and the healing support comes in spirit, which is excellent because fire can be illuminating, warming and purifying like nothing else. By the end of the weekend, Rx Venus forms an inferior conjunction to the SUN, this is a phenomenal time for all kinds of breakthroughs in relationships, but also breakups. If you never dare to confront the truth, to ignite the spark or face the heat, you’ll remain stuck in the same patterns. Enough with the games; this period forces raw honesty and unflinching self-reflection. Wherever you are with your relationship, know this: the fire’s already been lit, and it’s time to either surrender to the transformation or be consumed by its flames."

[onawah]

“Breaking Point”: The NEW MOON at 23°17′ LEO, Wednesday, August 16, 2023, 09:39 UTC
Ang Stoic
Aug 16 2023
https://angstoic.com/2023/08/breaking-point-the-new-moon-at-2317-leo-wednesday-august-16-2023-0939-utc/

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"Intolerable indulgences come to a head this month, precipitating either a profound inner shift or the ground to shake from under us...

The Dark Moon
However tumultuous the period before may be, there is always a lull in the days leading up to a New Moon. During her dark moon phase, that two-day period of the month before the Moon vanishes completely into the Sun, what astrologers call the “Balsamic” phase, the germination of seeds begins.

The dark moon phase represents the incubation period for the intentions that will sprout at the next New Moon. Just as all seeds germinate in the dark before they grow above ground, this is commonly our most prophetic or visionary time. Both our conscious (Sun) and unconscious (Moon) processes are focused on the future, yet they are still somehow rooted in our past. For those whose charts are most affected by the lunation, we may feel possessed by an intention to put something out into the world, heed the call for a social destiny, or be led by a superior power.

When the dark moon is in Cancer, it’s a time to stop nurturing others at the expense of our own essential needs. From feelings of deprivation and depletion comes a resolve to cease babying others, allowing them to grow independently. This then germinates into an intention to prioritise self-care and be good to oneself.

The Leo Lunation
The Sun-ruled Leo New Moon is a powerful reset point, a celestial sign that we must wholeheartedly embody the essence of self-nurturing and love. This moment in the Sun’s annual cycle marks when we make a renewed effort, mind and body, to better nurture ourselves, be the centre of our own universe, and treat ourselves with special care and affection. We realise that maintaining a facade that we’re strong and don’t need others can deprive us of the authentic love and support we crave, and we come up with ways to earnestly garner attention and compassion from those around us. This tender balance between self-love and communal care forms the cornerstone of the Leo spirit that engenders all intention right now.

Stepping into the renowned Leo spirit has its windfalls and pitfalls. Emulating a sense of pride and strength may empower us to be the hero of our own story; to lead, and to assume a central role in our circle of influence. Yet, this pride can also hinder us from asking for help and may lead us to overdo things. The old adage that pride precedes a fall rings true here; assuming high-performance demands for high-praise may not suit everyone. Too much output without understanding the force of our conviction can lead to stress, and even heart issues if not tempered with self-nurturing and balanced give-and-take. The Leo spirit is also known for its abundant generosity, sometimes to the point of intemperance, so financial caution is advised to avoid lavish spending that impresses but strains the budget.

Central to Leo is the Sun, symbolising our universal craving for warmth, rejuvenation, and vitality. Our special need for sunshine, whether literal or the metaphorical glow of love and glory, is the vital component to feeling good about ourselves and the core nucleus of our creative spirit. It is hard, if not impossible, to feel alive and proud of oneself when the affairs ruled by the Leo area of our chart cannot perform one’s complex and intertwined expressive needs with authenticity, flair and magnanimity. Stepping into Leo’s lessons with wisdom and grace can guide us toward a vibrant and fulfilling existence, one where we are mindful of our strengths and weaknesses and strive to live in harmony with both.

Other Influences
A combination of other stellar influences play a vital part in determining the ease or complexity of transforming our intentions into tangible reality.

Direct aspects to the New Moon include:

Conjunct Venus Retrograde: This potent heart-mind-body alignment calls for a profound reflection on aspects of dignity and self-worth, our ability to both give and receive love, and the capacity to express our exceptional talents in relationships without compromising our integrity.
Semisextile Mars: The Mars-led stellium in Virgo, comprising Mercury and Pallas Athena, equips us with essential resources, tools, skills, and stamina. This celestial alignment fosters a well-coordinated body and diligent nature that not only aids success but also promotes the fulfilment of duties and chores.
Square to Uranus: Uranus in Taurus shakes the core foundations of our lives, compelling us to move away from habits of over-indulgence and extravagant behaviour. We are challenged to remain grounded through sudden environmental shifts, socio-economic disruptions, or our own lascivious excesses and obstinate egotism in relationships and within ourselves. This isn’t about resisting change but finding stability and grounding oneself within it.
Trines and Other Aspects: Collective healing and leading with empathy and courage as the Leo Sun/Moon/Venus dynamic forms a trine to the Chiron/Eris/Node in Aries.

Sending you each many blessings on this New Moon. xx

[onawah]

Could You Be Loved (and Be Love)?
August 17, 2023 ASTROLOGY OF NOW
https://angstoic.com/2023/08/could-you-be-loved-and-be-love/

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"It’s been a tumultuous couple of weeks since the Aquarius Supermoon at the start of August, with much frustration and, at times, things likely to turn more aggressive and potentially violent when there was no suitable channel for the highly charged energy we’ve all experienced at some point. This electrifying energy, strongly related to our desires for individuality and independence, has the potential to lead us down a path of recklessness and hostile resistance if not channelled properly. One might say they have reached their breaking point.

Many of us have felt the restless urge to break free from relentlessly outdated social restrictions, to dissent against the worn out mainstream narrative, or to reject a tired old routine corrupt with lies and distortions. Possessed by this Uranian energy, we can lose sight of our core self, railing against well-meaning inner guidance and falling prey to our wild, unconscious tendencies. It can feel like causing trouble in an empty house or screaming at the ominous stormclouds.

However, this does not have to be crazy-making. The key around this Leo New Moon is to take a breath, find balance and channel these extremely disruptive energies into positive, constructive pathways. It’s a task that requires enormous self-consciousness, accessing our individuality in a wise, responsible way. By focusing on our inner solar centre, we can allow our unique selves to shine, illuminating our lives and those around us with creativity and positive expression.

We’ve all been there, standing at the edge of a seemingly unworkable situation, dealing with impractical options or antagonistic attitudes. But we can choose to move away from the ongoing destructiveness that seems to permeate everything and step into a place of positivity. By acknowledging and releasing our inner conflicts and frustrations, we can begin to experience greater inner peace and harmony in our relationships.

Leading into the next Supermoon, we are looking to ground ourselves and let the healing take hold. Remember, fellow travellers, this is a journey that we are all taking together. Your baggage is not welcome on this bus. Do not be a victim of your own ignorance. Those ‘enemies’ you project out into the external world are often your own unresolved inner demons that are slowly consuming you from within. Unless you can own those, you cannot let them go.

Come to this place, alone, with heart wide open, ready to love and be loved by others.

By honouring the uniqueness in ourselves, we start to recognise and enjoy it in others, tapping into our heart’s emotional wellspring and conflagrating the ghosts of past resentment that still hold us back. Allow your true self to radiate real creative freedom. Nobody can stop you when you are being your utmost luminescent self; only assist you to express you those energies towards a more fulfilling path.

This is a perfect time to set those intentions. What does the new, more authentic you look like? What will you release?"

[onawah]

“The Trap of Over-Servitude”: SUN QUINCUNX NEPTUNE
August 20, 2023 ASTROLOGY OF NOW
https://angstoic.com/2023/08/the-trap-of-over-servitude-sun-quincunx-neptune/

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"Caught between one’s heroic duty and not wanting to disappoint, we are prone to be swayed by the whimsied needs of other people and forfeit our own creative potential. Sometimes, we do that, thinking we can help, but it’s no good.

Watch now how seemingly trite acts of self-sacrifice leave you prone to feeling exploited. Others do see your willingness to be kind, perhaps a solver of their problems, but be wary for you’ll soon find that their problems are much vaster than you can imagine, and just like fixing a hole in the ocean, you’ll soon suspect you’re being drained of all your precious life resources; progress eludes you because something just can’t work, and while your task may seem noble to you, it beggars lamely towards the trivial and inconsequential to them, and your importance is diminished because you are wholly unaware of their wily or lame intentions, if any at all. And so, likely to fall into the trap of over-servitude, your acute sensitivity leaves you more and more vulnerable, weak and uncertain, even broke, until all you will wanna do is flee. Besides… the honours you seek are all within you.

No one can really be pleased right now anyway; focus on bolstering only your innermost self-interests by gratifying your spiritual urges, and don’t be played like a pawn in someone else’s vague attempts to cheat what fate has all lined up for them."

[onawah]

YODs, CLODs and ACTs of GODs. Current Transits
August 23, 2023 ASTROLOGY OF NOW
https://angstoic.com/2023/08/yods-clods-and-acts-of-gods-current-transits/

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"THE SUN/PLUTO QUINCUNX
You’re feeling it, aren’t you? That relentless tension and unrest, undergirded by an insatiable drive to stay in the game, desperate to remain viable, even when your actions, perhaps verging on the despicable, may be deemed unforgivable; nagged by a vague uncertainty, an insecurity gnawing at your very core, you find yourself playing both protector and manipulator, slyly contriving events to fall in your favour, imposing your supremacy on those closest to you, a puppet master only dimly conscious of the entanglement you’re in; feigning ignorance, flirting with the monster within, teetering on the brink of losing control, ensnared in your own deceptive web of perjury and lies, a willing participant in toxic power struggles; about to awaken to the perilous collision course between constitutional patriarchal rigidity and woke-like progressive idealisms, you find yourself embroiled in a brutal internal war, fueled by nature’s most primordial evolutionary urges, engaged in a deep soul-searching quest that pits the archaic against the avant-garde, summoning you to face daunting trials and insurmountable obstacles as you grapple with your destiny; and though you’re burdened by the crushing, unbearable weight of this profound, existential moment, within the darkest recesses of your being, you somehow find the unanticipated, resolute strength to rise above it, transcending the turmoil and forging a path that’s uniquely yours.

THE YOD
In Sun transits, we see aspects of our psyche come to light; be made conscious, even those most hidden in the nether regions of our collective psyche. In the quincunx to Neptune (see yesterday’s post), we saw the Self, caught between heroism and vulnerability, prone to exploitation and disappointment, urged to gratify spiritual needs. In the quincunx to Pluto, the Sun shows us relentless tension, manipulative tendencies, brutal internal struggles, and the will to transcend personal turmoil.

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Just as they did three weeks ago with stationing VENUS, the SUN now activates this same focal point at around 28º Leo, forming the portentous “yod” pattern.

The yod is no simple aspect in astrology; it’s an intricate, complex configuration involving three planets, two in sextile and both quincunx to a third, the apex or focal point. This pattern is imbued with tension and purpose, often referred to as the “Finger of Fate” or the “Finger of God,” not because it’s divine, but because it’s demanding.

In this particular yod, with the Sun at the apex quincunxed by Neptune and Pluto, we’re dealing with a most awakening moment.

Sun quincunx Neptune lays a fog of confusion, a disillusionment where your very essence is tempted into a seductive lure to blindly sacrifice yourself. Teetering between nobility and naiveté, it can be a treacherous game because whilst you want to be the hero, instead, you risk finding yourself swindled, lost in the vast ocean of others’ deceits and illusions.

Sun quincunx Pluto hits harder. It’s a raw, relentless pursuit of power and domination, shadowed by obscurity and complexity. You’re pulled towards doing everything and anything just to survive, but also an awakening to a vulgar contradiction of inner values, an upheaval, a revolution within yourself.

The yod, this specific configuration, doesn’t just sit there; it prods, it pokes it jousts at you to wake up. Like a celestial alarm clock without a snooze button, it’s relentless and getting louder. It’s as if the universe is forcing you into a corner, saying, “Deal with this. Now.” The harmonious sextile between Neptune and Pluto whispers possibilities, but the quincunxes scream demands.

This yod is not a gentle nudge; it’s an aggressive force, pushing you to confront your deepest fears, forcing you to confront the contradictions within yourself. Projected outwards in your relationships to the world, it becomes a mirror into the abyss of your soul, challenging you to integrate disowned parts of yourself, to evolve beyond the trite and superficial dalliance with nonsense, to rise above the chaos, and to fully own the raw, gritty truth of your existence. Spearheading this week’s transits, this yod is a crucible of self-realisation, pointing us to a path fraught with peril, but one that—if navigated with courage—leads to a profound transformation.

THE VENUS/JUPITER SQUARE

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The square tension between these otherwise “soft” planets is one of overindulgence in aesthetics and luxury. Given that Venus in Leo is involved, the danger of overdoing it with the “look at me, I’m special” routine. due to her last couple of weeks in retrograde, Venus actually stays in square to Jupiter for the next month, dragging out all manner of relationship drama matters to regurge and reviz. I’ve taken a bit of a satirical spin on this:

Let’s cut the crap. Let me take this rare VENUS square JUPITER moment just to blurt out loud what I think we both know – this ain’t working and here’s a few reasons why. It’s obvious that you’re not as great as you think…

1. You’re like a glam rockstar without a tour manager: all flash, no substance. Sure, you’re a legend; when the martinis are flowing, but come sunrise you’re a dumpster fire. Keep partying, darling; reality’s waiting to slap you sober like a little bitch!

2. You’re as fickle as f*ck: Your word’s about as good as an ice cone in the Sun, Your deals? Might as well be toilet paper. It’s the ‘MeToo Show’ where we’re all just cringe-suffering extras.

3. Oh, Captain Deffenso, you’re so denso. Talk about your problems with problems with authority? Watching you handle a straight forward instruction is like watching a 3-year old princess throwing her tiara. Think daddy’s out to ruin this for you, don’t you? Newsflash: You’re your own self-appointed pooper, darling.

4. And omg, you think you’re so generous, lol. A regular Mother Teresa with a credit card? Sure, you “give” alright, but it’s always an unending entaglement. Charity? Ha!! More like a down payment for your gargantuan ego. “Generosity”? Just an excuse for a gratuitous self-award ceremony. Don’t sprain your arm patting yourself on the back, at the ‘Philanthropy awards”, there….

5. As for your claim to fame.. potential’s there, but you’re too busy flushing it. down the gurgler “Mediocrity” should be your middle name. Dreaming of penthouses but can’t climb past the second rung on the ladder? Waffling on about gold medals but allergic to effort? Here’s your latest GPS update, Suckeroo: “Destination: Dead-end, and you’re the damned chauffeur.”

6. And talk about your attention whores: You strut and preen like a freakin' flamingo, but you’re a desperate candidate for validation deficit disorder. No mate… not the flaming superstar you think you are. You’re an infantile wannabe, clamouring for pity, if anything; willing to lie, cheat and deprecate to "get some”.

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7. As for your feeble attempts at love? Maybe drop the con artist gig. All your sleazy little mind games? They’re leaving you dateless by design. Think you’re the prize? More like prize goose at the mother’s club convention. You say you’re a real catch? More like a trap…

8. You don’t need fanfare, Luv, you need an ear-shattering wake-up call: Stop being a child; blaming the world for your failures; expecting everyone else to pull up their act because you’re too precious to get your act together. No point in having all the best tools, if you can’t locate the toolbox? Kill the attitude, the sulking, the conceited “too good for this crap” crap. Make a move or stay redundant.

9. My Expert Health Alert: Sure, you look sexy on Insta, but your body’s not a dumpster, genius. Pumping it with garbage and smoking it from both ends? You’re one Marvel hero who isn’t getting a reboot next summer. You’re blowing up like a Chinese spy balloon. Maybe hit pause on the lard-intake button. Or don’t. Your funeral. Literally…

Cosmic Disclaimer: Of course, i don’t mean to offend anyone/everyone – this is “just me channelling the stars”. Venus is fabulous in Leo, even when she’s retro-strutting her tail back down the cosmic catwalk. But Jupiter in Taurus will inflate everything to its lowest common denominator. If you’re in any way connecting to any of the above, then yeah… maybe time to square up.
For a more serious take on Venus Rx, read this: https://angstoic.substack.com/p/venus-retrograde-love-resurrection

MARS OPPOSITION NEPTUNE
Transiting MARS in Virgo opposing NEPTUNE in Pisces will force us to face the shadows and illusions projected within our relationships. The risk of deception and evasiveness escalates, and misunderstandings worsen, particularly among close ties, leading to crises. Recent emotional upheavals, amplified by subconscious distortions, have led to mistrust and a rise in secretive conduct. A lurking fear of deceit or exploitation can erode trust. Burgeoning yet concealed desires challenge even the most resilient bonds, inciting a pullback from social engagements. This is not the time to run but to look into things, meet them head-on. Amidst a slew of retrogrades, this transit compels introspection and a reckoning with our illusions, forcing a grip on any moral reality. Discerning the source that’s casting these shadows and addressing internal dilemmas can transform relationships immensely, cultivating profoundly healing bonds and renewed clarity. Honest, loving, open conversation, vigilance to deceptions and finding some grounded stability are most important.

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[onawah]

MERCURY RETROGRADE IN VIRGO: Backtracking
August 24, 2023 ASTROLOGY OF NOW
https://angstoic.com/2023/08/mercury-retrograde-in-virgo-backtracking/

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"As an astrologer, “Mercury retrograde” frequently piques widespread curiosity. Whether met with scepticism or genuine intrigue, this phenomenon calls for some elucidation. Be you an astrology aficionado, a novice, or entirely new to the terrain, let’s delve into this astrological matter: What exactly is Mercury retrograde, and why does it captivate our collective psyche every so often?”

RETROACTIVE
Mercury retrograde refers to the optical illusion when Mercury, the planet closest to our Sun, appears to move backwards in the sky. Due to Mercury’s relatively short orbital period, this phenomenon happens a few times a year, lasting about three weeks each time. Rooted in ancient observations, many believe these ‘backward’ periods can adversely influence comms, intel, info, travel, and render some disastrous technological mishaps. Whilst there’s no direct impact on Earth scientifically, the pervasive sentiment in its symbolic effects remains strong. Is it mere superstition or an ancient wisdom reflecting the ebb and flow of most common human experiences – the art of ‘getting the message’? Whatever the belief, its cultural significance can’t be denied. Whether you’re an astrology enthusiast or sceptic, understanding its origin and implications is essential.

MERCURIUS – THE TRICKSTER, MESSENGER & PSYCHOPOMP
Mercury, known as Hermes in Greek mythology, was the swift-footed and cunning messenger of the gods, bridging the divine and mortal realms. This enigmatic, androgynous figure not only plays the role of a trickster, sowing mischief but also serves as a psychopomp, guiding souls between worlds. He epitomises the cerebral, fluid processes of communication, mental adaptability, and transition. Rich in duality and complexity, his character illuminates the multifaceted nature of the astrological symbol, weaving tales of both mischief and profound wisdom.

Astrologically, Mercury governs our internal mental processes, how we construct and transmit our thoughts, and how we interpret the world through our senses. The planet’s innermost proximity to the Sun is significant; it zips around our star in just 88 days, the fastest orbit of any planet. This close-knit association with the Sun, the very heart of our solar system, amplifies Mercury’s role in shaping perceptions, influencing thought processes, and mediating communications. Just as Hermes was crucial in relaying divine messages in myths, Mercury’s closely intertwined connection with the Sun underscores its utmost significance in getting our ideas across and understanding the world around us.

DOUBLE-TAKES AND TRICKING THE MIND
During Mercury’s retrograde, the planet’s cerebral energy is commonly believed to be inverted or disrupted, not as direct and causing double-takes. This is where the notorious ‘trickster god’ can play havoc with our mind, where ‘second-thought’ delays or a mere flicker in our usual sensory perception can lead to misunderstandings, miscommunications, technological glitches, and travel hiccups. Contracts signed or major decisions made during this time might require revision later. However, the influence doesn’t just snap into play; it eases in and out. The “shadow periods” – about two weeks before and after the retrograde – are transitional phases where one might start noticing subtle shifts in communication and technology, serving as a precursor to, and a tapering off from, the more intense retrograde period. These phases urge us to be more conscious, reflective, and deliberate in our actions and communications.

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August 3, 2023: Mercury enters the Retrograde Zone (pre-retrograde shadow) at 8° Virgo 00′.
August 23, 2023: Mercury stations, turning retrograde at 21° Virgo 51′ Rx.
September 15, 2023: Mercury stations, turning direct at 8° Virgo 00′.
September 30, 2023: Mercury exits the Retrograde Zone (post-retrograde shadow) at 21° Virgo 51′.
METHODICAL PATTERNS
It’s worth noting that Mercury’s retrograde doesn’t randomly flit across the zodiac; it follows a pattern, cycling through the same elemental trigon over a period of about 12-18 months. A trigon consists of the three zodiac signs associated with a particular element—Fire (Aries, Leo, Sagittarius), Earth (Taurus, Virgo, Capricorn), Air (Gemini, Libra, Aquarius), or Water (Cancer, Scorpio, Pisces). This cycle repeats roughly every six or seven years. Using our current Earth trigon (2022-23) as an example, we saw a similar pattern beginning in 2016-17. Each elemental cycle brings a distinct flavour to Mercury’s retrograde:

Fire Trigon: Energises and inspires us, stoking passions but may lead to impulsiveness. It is a time to harness creative energies but beware of hasty words or decisions.
Earth Trigon: Grounds us, encouraging practicality but may foster stubbornness. It’s a period of tangible manifestations and reevaluating material goals.
Air Trigon: Stimulates thoughts and communication but can induce overthinking. Reflect on relationships, clarify misunderstandings, and breathe before speaking.
Water Trigon: Amplifies emotions and intuition, yet might blur logic. Deep introspection, healing past wounds, and nurturing emotional bonds are emphasized.
As we traverse each trigon, understanding its essence helps us steer through the retrograde’s challenges and harness its potential transformative power in the way we think and perceive things.

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THE CURRENT TRIGON: EARTH
The Earth trigon, anchored in the signs of Taurus, Virgo, and Capricorn, emphasises tangible, material, and practical matters. When Mercury retrogrades in this elemental group, the focus is often on reevaluating, restructuring, and solidifying all facets of material worth, including money, self-esteem, working/mundane living conditions, physical health, and other practical responsibilities. During Mercury’s retrograde phase in an Earth sign, we become aware of the full potential of our resources and reassess our grasp on reality.

We may have to make changes in areas that resist change, specifically in how we relate to our bodies, jobs, and attitudes toward resources. Taking care of the fundamentals of life can liberate your spontaneity and relieve any guilt you might feel about not paying attention to them.

Capricorn (Dec 29 2022 – Jan 18 2023): Initiating the cycle, the retrograde here can bring about reflection on ambitions, career, and societal structures. There might be delays in professional pursuits or a need to reassess your long-term goals. Authority figures and institutions might be under scrutiny. It’s a period where you might want to lay down robust foundations for future endeavors.
Taurus (April 21 2023 – May 14 2023): The retrograde here shifts the lens towards personal values, possessions, and self-worth. Financial reviews, revisiting budget plans, and reevaluating personal investments are common. There might be an increased desire for stability and security. It’s a time to be wary of impulse purchases and instead focus on what truly adds value to your life.
Virgo (August 23 2023 – September 15 2023): The focus narrows down to daily routines, health, and work processes. There could be disruptions in everyday schedules or a need to refine your wellness practices. It’s an excellent period to declutter, reorganize, and streamline both mental and physical spaces.
Ending again in Capricorn/hybrid Sadge (December 13, 2023 – January 1 2024), this retrograde cycle comes full circle, offering a chance to see the culmination of what began a year ago. There’s an invitation to solidify the changes initiated to ensure that the foundations laid are strong and that your professional and personal trajectories align with your core values. As with all Earth-sign retrogrades, the key is patience, persistence, and staying rooted in practicality.

Earth retrogrades are not necessarily the most inspiring times, but they can be a productive time for dealing with practical matters and unfinished business, ultimately leading to advantageous returns. It is advised not to make major changes such as moving to a new place, quitting a job, or spending a lot of money during these earth phases. Do, however, look for opportunities to tie off loose ends and explore options that could be more satisfying on an ego level. Maintaining objectivity and approaching your assets and liabilities with a sense of detachment as if they belonged to someone else is essential.

THE CURRENT VIRGO RETROGRADE (August 23 – September 15)
The Virgo retrograde, nestled within the current Earth trigon, casts a meticulous and analytical spotlight on earthy matters. Virgo, ruled by Mercury, amplifies the planet’s influence, making this retrograde particularly potent. As Virgo governs daily routines, wellness, and the minutiae of life, this retrograde phase often triggers a deep introspection into one’s routine habits, work ethic, body issues and general health practices. Disruptions might arise in day-to-day schedules, pointing out inefficiencies or areas needing improvement. There’s a heightened sensitivity to order, hygiene, and functional detail, making it a prime time to declutter or reorganise our lives. However, the risk here is getting lost in the weeds, becoming overly critical or succumbing to perfectionism and pedantry.

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The challenge is to use Virgo’s discerning energy to refine and improve without falling into the trap of nitpicking or undue self-criticism. Challenges might include miscommunication in workplace settings, overlooking crucial details, or feeling overwhelmed by trying to achieve an unattainable ideal. Mastering the essence of this retrograde means seeking balance: optimise routines and prioritise health, but remember to extend grace to oneself and others."

[Chakra]

Thank you for the explanation of a Mercury retrograde. The Trigon's is new to me - very cool. I am an 8th house Taurus Sun, Jupiter in Virgo trines the Sun - transiting Mercury is conjuncting Jupiter. Most of what you've said currently fits my life. :)

[onawah]

Just to be clear, I have only been copying and pasting some of the forecasts from the astrologer Ang Stoic's website on this thread.
I'm not the astrologer, Ang is...


Thank you for the explanation of a Mercury retrograde. The Trigon's is new to me - very cool. I am an 8th house Taurus Sun, Jupiter in Virgo trines the Sun - transiting Mercury is conjuncting Jupiter. Most of what you've said currently fits my life. :)

[onawah]

"Strange Realisations": The PISCES SUPERMOON at 07°♓25', Thursday, August 31, 2023, 01:36 UTC
ANG STOIC
AUG 29, 2023
https://angstoic.substack.com/p/strange-realisations-the-pisces-supermoon?utm_source=post-email-title&publication_id=1144662&post_id=136533505&isFreemail=true&utm_medium=email

"The Pisces Supermoon is a Time of Anchoring Down, Bringing Our Ship To Shore and Finding Ways and Means to Make the Dream Real

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It's not that Virgo season is dull, but after the fiery energy of Leo season, it is a period of coming back down to earth and knuckling down to attending to life’s practical concerns. From August 23 to September 23, this zodiac phase offers a shift from the dramatic flair of Leo to a calmer, more attuned appreciation of everyday material reality. Jolted by other stellar events like Mercury’s recent retrograde, this season is laden with an end-of-holidays/back-to-school vibe, which can sometimes get a little on the nerves. In any case, Virgo season is an invitation to refine our lives, focusing on optimising our routine and seeking better ways to approach life’s usual mundane challenges. One week in, this season is blessed with Full Moon energy, a perfect marker now to end frivolities, ground ourselves, reevaluate our goals for the year ahead, and steadily work towards them.

The Pisces Supermoon
The Full Moon at 7°25’ Pisces on Thursday, August 31, is no mild or dull affair, by any means. It is our third lunation this month, August's second supermoon, which, of course makes it a “blue moon”, and the biggest (closest to earth) supermoon of 2023. But it is its close proximity to Saturn that makes this lunation particularly significant for us. Saturn's stoic, disciplined nature, juxtaposed with Pisces's emotional depth and intuitive qualities, produces a profound inner reflection and realisation of our emotional strengths and limitations.

Expect some degree of frustration, delays, psychological pressures, periods of sullen introspection, and mysterious revelations. This celestial alignment signals a time when dreams meet discipline. It demands that we balance our intuition with pragmatism. Many will face hard truths that may leave a haunting spell, which, if navigated wisely, can be life-transforming, marking this a pivotal moment in personal and collective evolution. Those tuned into these cosmic rhythms might witness the sad disintegration of structures and established institutions, the dying of the old order making way for the birth of new paradigms.

Pisces Moon vs. Virgo Sun: The Dilemma between Dreams and Details
With its mutable modality, the Pisces Moon effortlessly flows with rich emotional undercurrents drawn from its water triplicity that embodies deep intuition and sensitivity. As the domicile of Neptune, Pisces magnifies compassion, weaving expansive emotions with dreamlike realms. This moon serves as an immediate conduit to the subconscious, inviting us to explore the vast seas of mysticism and intuition. However, a conflict arises as it culminates against the meticulous Virgo Sun. Always detail-oriented and practical, Virgo clashes sharply with Pisces' vague boundaries and overflow of emotion. It's a back-and-forth tussle between logic and intuition, a challenge to marry dreams with reality, urging us to find a sweet spot between the ethereal and the tangible aspects of our lives.

Saturn in Pisces & the Full Moon: A Paradox of Shadow and Light
With Saturn retrograding in Pisces, this full moon intensifies the feelings of hesitation, pushing many to cloister their emotions and innermost thoughts. An overshadowing sense of loneliness, often morphing into deep-seated depression and acute pessimism, can be palpable. While this gloom may paint life in more sombre hues than it genuinely possesses, it's vital not to surrender entirely to these desolate sentiments.

Domestic spheres might become battlegrounds of discontent, stemming from an underlying sentiment of deprivation— a nagging belief that one's home life is failing to nourish the soul, intertwined with a broader sensation of receiving minimal support from the universe. At the heart of these turbulent emotions lies a disconnect, either a stark detachment from one's feelings or an overwhelming aversion to confronting the lurking shadows within. This period pulls the curtains on one's perceived dark facets, igniting a fierce battle between self-image and internal expectations.

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Past transgressions may resurface, especially in the presence of individuals adept at evoking guilt. Relations with women, irrespective of gender, become challenging terrains to navigate. Men grapple with suppressed feminine energies, while women confront palpable dissatisfaction. Given this emotional maelstrom, it's prudent to steer clear of decisions that could ripple through one's emotional waters.

Aries North Node & Eris Influence: Catalysts for Evolutionary Changes
As it inches towards a conjunction with Eris (Sep-Nov), the Aries North Node introduces dynamically provocative and disruptive energy into this cosmic mix, especially when forming a semi-square to the Pisces Full Moon. Here's a synthesis of the forces at play:

Aries North Node: A spiritual beacon for individualism, assertiveness, and initiation. It heralds a call to boldly pursue our desires, act with courage, and lead fearlessly and with a sense of urgency. The presence of the North Node in Aries propels us towards carving new paths and taking decisive actions.

Eris Conjunct North Node: Known as the goddess of discord, Eris's conjunction with the North Node amplifies feelings of unrest and provokes change. When Eris gets involved, she seeks to reveal hidden truths, often causing chaos in the process. This alignment could unearth suppressed frustrations, rivalries, or injustices, forcing them into the open.

Semi-square to Pisces Full Moon: This aspect further intensifies emotional currents. It may bring tension between the need to act now (Aries North Node) and the more retiring need to withdraw or escape into introspection or idleness (Pisces Moon). The moon's dreamy Piscean energy may make us feel overwhelmed or agitated by the Aries-driven urge to confront and act.

This is a time that forcibly stirs up rude awakenings, where passive reflection meets the storming demands for active retribution. Expect shocking revelations, hasty and assertive actions, and possibly a bit of chaos as suppressed truths emerge. Balancing these energies to catalyse meaningful change could be challenging, but the Virgo Sun will show us the method to bring chaos under some order.

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Other Aspects
Venus Retrograde in Leo & Juno Quincunx Pisces Moon: A period of deep introspection about love and connections. Retrograde Venus in Leo examines personal value and desire, alongside a magnified focus on commitment drama with Juno. A quincunx to the dreamy Pisces Moon adds emotional complexity, requiring adaptability to align ideals with passionate realities.

Mercury Retrograde & Financial Realignment: Virgo's retrograde Mercury teams up with strategic Pallas Athena for meticulous analysis. Trine to Jupiter/Uranus in Taurus indicates financial shifts—revisiting decisions and exploring opportunities. Mercury quincunx Chiron prompts addressing wounds amid practical evaluations, advocating for holistic healing, especially utilising the means of communication.

As Mars, the sole planet not undergoing retrograde during this period, enters Libra, brace yourself for a passive-aggressive love/hate roller coaster during this Full Moon. The tug-of-war between romantic yearnings and relationship dramas intensifies until we get to what’s real. Sexual drives oscillate from unbridled fervour to solemn introspection. Amid this, staying grounded, honest communication, and a touch of realism are vital. Transformative love experiences await us all here, balanced by mindful effort and attention to “doing the necessary work”, both inner and outer

As the Full Moon approaches, celestial currents stir controversy, urging you to pursue your deepest convictions faithfully at the mercy of possibly facing massive disputes. Sitting on the fence isn't an option. "

[onawah]

“Stuck in the Mud”: JUPITER STATION Rx IN TAURUS
September 6, 2023
https://angstoic.com/2023/09/stuck-in-the-mud-jupiter-station-rx-in-taurus/

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"Jupiter starting its 4-month retrograde in Taurus means it’s time to reflect on everything we have amassed (fixed-earth) over the past 11-12 years, not merely material things and money but the attitudes and dogmas we’ve become stuck on.

When in Taurus, Jupiter, the heaviest planet we know, shows us where we tend to be inflexible, pushing our weight around to bully others. Of course, being 2023, an era of cataclysmic change; and with URANUS also in Taurus this retrograde might be just the cosmic jolt we need to shake off our most prized (or stubbornly-held) values and beliefs (or get dragged down into the quagmire), making the remaining 118 days of this year nothing short of spectabulous… hang on now…

Jupiter is virtually at a standstill for about four days (Sep 1-4 at 15°♉35′) before it actually begins retrogression, followed by a trine from the Virgo Sun (Sep 8 ). Jupiter spends almost exactly one year in each sign, its retrograde period lasting till Dec 31, during which time it backtracks precisely 10° to 05°♉35′, stationing direct five days after the trine from the Capricorn Sun.

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Jupiter, the expansive and optimistic planet, usually brings growth, knowledge, and broadening horizons. When it retrogrades, there’s a call to look inward, revisiting and redefining attitudes & beliefs. Taurus, a fixed-earth sign, pumps up themes of groundedness, tradition, and stubbornness. The confluence of these energies asks us to tread the tightrope between change and tradition.

PHASE 1: The Rx Onset: Recognising the Retrogradation

At the commencement of Jupiter’s retrograde in Taurus, internal alarm bells start to go off, alerting the inner self (soul) to the potential stagnation of its cherished beliefs. The Taurus energy might push one to cling desperately to long-held views, with a noticeable resistance to shift. The initial phase of this retrograde nudges us to question the relevance of the most stodgy, traditional values in a dynamically changing world.

PHASE 2: Delving Deeper: Re-evaluation of Past Activities

As the retrograde takes us deeper, the pull towards introspection is immediate, as seen with the Virgo Sun trine Jupiter in Taurus (Sep 😎, with its association with materialism and worth, which might provoke feelings of discontent. We start seriously assessing our life’s accomplishments, drawing comparisons with peers. While this phase could be unsettling, it’s absolutely essential, since it’s not merely about gauging success but understanding the metrics of that success. What truly holds value? Is it the external recognition or the personal satisfaction derived from those possessions and achievements?

PHASE 3: The Inner Battle: Re-orienting the Inner Self

This phase is where Taurus’s characteristics are most pronounced, and occurs when the Scorpio Sun opposes the Rx Jupiter (Nov 03, at 10°♏31′). By this time we become even more entrenched in our beliefs, creating a mental fortress. A dogged need to be “right at all costs” might clash with the seeds of change sprouting within. The Jupiter retrograde here forces introspection about personal philosophies. Is being unyielding truly a sign of strength, or is it a mask to hide vulnerability? Herein lies the conundrum: to remain grounded in our beliefs, but be pliable enough to accommodate new insights.

PHASE 4: The Resurgence: Direct Station and Moving Ahead

Before Jupiter begins its direct motion, there’s a release, usually afforded by the Capricorn Sun’s trine, only days before (Dec 25). The insights gained during the retrogradation start shaping a new worldview. Taurus, with its earth-rootedness, assists in this transition as we learn the importance of understated truths, ones that come without fanfare, realising that the real power doesn’t lie in controlling or impressing others but in true self-awareness. The journey towards wisdom becomes one of melding tradition with progressive thinking."

[onawah]

"Through Fractured Realms": The NEW MOON at 21°59' VIRGO, Friday, September 15, 2023, 01:40 UTC.
ANG STOIC
SEP 14, 2023
https://angstoic.substack.com/p/through-fractured-realms-the-new?utm_campaign=email-post&r=p7227&utm_source=substack&utm_medium=email

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"As the collective narrative unravels, it reveals a mosaic of individual perceptions, each uniquely sculpted by personal experiences.

Just like many things these days, there’s an ineffable quality to Virgo one cannot quite put their finger on but as this New Moon draws nigh, we are summoned to view the world through its pristinely crystalline lens, discerning truth amidst a cacophony of illusions. While the world around us plunges into a maelstrom of competing narratives, this Virgo beacon implores us to sift through the chaos, seeking clarity and coherence. What unfolds in anticipation of this New Moon is a saga of introspection, a pilgrimage into the labyrinth of our collective psyche, culminating in revelations that both challenge and transmute our very understanding of reality.

THE VIRGO LUNATION
The Virgo New Moon, traditionally considered the looking glass of pragmatism and meticulous detail, now compels us to peer into deeper, wildly foreign realms: the realm of the "Umwelt."

Derived from German, "Umwelt" encapsulates the understanding that every entity perceives the world through a unique lens, moulded by its unique biology and experiences. This realm is a universe unto itself, governed by deeply personal sensations, signs, and symbols often invisible or imperceptible to others, entire worlds of perception, each with its own set of codes and cues, remaining invisible or inaudible to others.

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In the fading light of this Virgoan New Moon, we are confronted by an unsettling revelation: our “reality” isn’t the monolithic narrative we were once given to believe. It splinters and swirls into a multitude of subjective realities, becoming a kaleidoscope of fractals, each cultivating its own profoundly unique and twisted narrative. This New Moon, directly opposing a retrograde Neptune in Pisces, only intensifies this disorienting divergence. Where Virgo seeks precision, Neptune, appearing backwards in its oceanic domicile, reflects the epitome of ambiguity, challenging our very frameworks of understanding. It isn’t just about navigating our personal "Umwelt" anymore; this moment becomes a reckoning with the chaotic confluence of countless other organisms to which we are becoming sensitive. As the line between objective truth and mutable perception blurs, we find ourselves on the precipice of an existential quandary: in an emerging multiverse of shifting narratives, upon which “reality” do we anchor our truth?

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A SPLIT FROM INSTINCTIVE NATURE
Jupiter and Uranus in Taurus, along with Pluto in Capricorn, form an earth trine with this New Moon, symbolising a fundamental restructuring of societal values. These configurations hint at a groundswell of individuals who are awakening to their intrinsic truths, breaking away from the age-old edifices of what's been traditionally accepted as the presiding patriarchal powers. As these powerful planetary alignments challenge long-standing socioeconomic structures, there's an underlying realisation that reality is multifaceted, dynamic, and deeply personal.

Neptune in Pisces, in opposition to this New Moon, serves as an open psychic conduit here. At its highest operation during this Virgo lunation, it grants us a piercing clarity into the inner workings of another, allowing a mutual glimpse into each other's "Umwelt"—the complex mental algorithms cultivated from our sea of personal experiences. These experiences, though deeply intimate, often remain concealed by smokescreens and facades. Blessed also by a perfect trine from Uranus, they're instantly illuminated and accessible by the Virgo gaze. Conversely, when Neptune's fog of intangibility jams with Virgo's desire for precision, we're thrust into a perplexing existential dilemma, questioning foundations we've long accepted as absolute truths.

Here, the mind is quick to devise an ingenious jailbreak from the old 3D paradigm. Once you become convinced that you're not actually in the "real world", that the stories that were being fed to you were manifestly untrue; that the entire social construct by which you lived is not what it appears to be; that there are hidden passages, trap doors, panic rooms and reset switches everywhere, this fascination becomes so addictive that you cannot imagine that you've never noticed this before. In the most extreme sense, everything appears to be a conspiracy to confuse and deceive you, a false flag, a psy-op, a world filled with confounding rabbit holes and red pills which, at its most radical, feels as if everything is a meticulously orchestrated ruse to challenge every previous belief you ever held.

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(RE-)GROUNDING
Here’s where Mercury, ruler of this fastidiously practical lunation, now poised to end its retrograde at 8º Virgo shortly after the New Moon, aims to save the day. Due to retrograde, Mercury has loosely opposed Saturn and Neptune in Pisces for weeks, intensifying this cosmic enigma. Demanding rigorous introspection, challenging us to differentiate genuine personal insight from society's oppressive, often seductive narratives—be they law, folklore, political or religious tenets. This is our call to dissect, discern, and liberate individual perceptions from the sinew of collective mythos.

Venus in Leo, moving in a square with a retrograde Jupiter in Taurus, brings forward an undercurrent of tension. There’s a palpable clash between the urge to assert individual truths and the gravitational pull to carry on with fundamentalist societal norms. This tense planetary configuration evokes a powerfully moral realisation: that personal enlightenment often starkly contrasts established group "Umwelts." The courage and integrity of Venus in Leo empowers individuals to break free, yet the shadow of traditional societal expectations looms large.

MASSIVE TROUBLE BREWING
In the diplomatically-inclined Libra, Mars aggravates historical instances where individual perspectives have been sidelined in favour of “getting along” or maintaining the “façade of peace” in our relationships. Its impending opposition to Chiron speaks of the scars left behind when the unique narratives of individuals were suppressed or outright rejected. The confrontation between these celestial bodies underscores the dangers of homogenised thinking and the historical wounds that arise from it. These inner conflagrations and age-old grievances are poised to keep surfacing as Eris further converges with the Aries North Node, foreshadowing the tempest of the forthcoming eclipses.

As self-awakening individuals in marginalised communities strive to emancipate themselves from a universally dictated "Umwelt", the collective consciousness gravitates towards transformative global events, manifesting in tumultuous catastrophes like wars, scarcity of basic supplies, and recurring health crises. Whether or not you believe these are a conspiracy in your own intricate Umwelt is hardly relevant. What is important here is how equipped you are to handle these.

DEALING WITH PRESENT REALITY
Against this intricately interwoven web of retrograde outer planets, the Virgo New Moon doesn't just mark a typical fresh start. It calls on us to reflect deeply, encouraging both individuals and society to acknowledge and value the multifaceted range of perspectives that influence our world. The challenge is twofold: we must not only respect these unique viewpoints but also integrate them into a collective story that embraces diversity and cultivates unity beyond the 3D constraints of linear time and space. This is, hence, a quantum journey of self-discovery, societal contemplation, and a profound exploration of the intricacies of existence—a voyage that offers both challenges and moments of transformation. In any sense, crucial decisions must be made, new intentions set…"

[onawah]

“Tidal Waves”: SATURN IN PISCES and the Saturation of Counter-Culture Movements
September 21, 2023
ASTROLOGY OF NOW
https://angstoic.com/2023/09/tidal-waves-saturn-in-pisces-and-the-saturation-of-counter-culture-movements/

"Saturn in Pisces fears that the whole ‘reality’ trip is going down and will do anything to keep the illusion of control intact.

As the last sign of the zodiac, Pisces embodies the collective unconscious, the prevailing zeitgeist and the dissolution of boundaries. Saturn, the karmic taskmaster planet associated with discipline and structure, feels uncomfortable and ungrounded in the watery and nebulous environment of Pisces. It’s like a tower build upon quicksand, or a cliff along the pounding oceanic waves – the foundations are slyly compromised and undermined by the watery element.

When Saturn transits Pisces, societal structures grapple with the fear of dissolution. There’s a palpable sense of impending chaos and collapse. Sooner or later the tower will sink. The cliff will collapse into the sea. This creeping apprehension can manifest as attempts to clamp down on perceived threats, whether they’re cultural, political, or ideological. The establishment may resort to drastic measures to preserve the status quo, seeing anything unfamiliar or countercultural as a threat to stability.

Artists, anarchic activists, and abstract thinkers who push boundaries become lightning rods during this period. They embody the Piscean energy of defying established norms, while Saturn tries to maintain order. This odd dynamic creates the most unusual tension. While some might flourish, finding innovatively imaginative ways to express themselves. Their work taps into the collective undercurrents, sometimes providing solace, sometimes exacerbating fears. Others become martyrs, placing themselves in the face of persecution, suppression, or even elimination as the establishment might view them with suspicion, seeing them as agents of chaos, even if their intent is to heal or enlighten.

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During the ’60s, Saturn was in Pisces from March 23, 1964, to March 3, 1967. It was a period marked by significant sociopolitical and cultural shifts, when the tension between the established order and emerging countercultural forces was especially pronounced. The world would witness a number of strange, foreign and deeply mysterious undermining agents of dissolution in the forms of:

1. Counter-Culture Movement:

The counter-culture movement was in full swing. There was a collective push against the conservative norms of the 1950s and increasing pressures to conform of the early 60s. The youth began to question and rebel against societal expectations, leading to a significant cultural shift. This challenged the established order, representing the Piscean disintegration of old disciplinary structures.

2. Civil Rights Movement:

The struggle for equality for African Americans came to a head, leading to a significant groundswell civil unrest. Figures like Martin Luther King Jr. rallied crowds allied against systemic racism, against the establishment, clinging to Saturnian principles of traditional victimisation, and responded with force to maintain control. Events like the violent retaliation to the Selma marches highlighted this tension. Voices like Malcolm X and the Black Panther Party emerged, advocating for bolder, transformative approaches to racial equality, further challenging the status quo.

3. Feminist Movement:

Sparked by works like Betty Friedan’s “The Feminine Mystique”, feminism surged. The male-dominated establishment, anchored in Saturnian tradition, resisted these shifts to liberate women. Forms like the National Organization for Women (NOW) formed in 1966, challenged patriarchal norms.

3. Anti-War Protests:

The Vietnam War became a central point of contention. Massive anti-war protests took place. The establishment (Saturn) attempted to control these demonstrations, often with force, while rising waves of anarchic protestors (Piscean energy) aimed to dissolve the old militaristic paradigms.

4. Music and Art:

Artists like The Beatles, Jimi Hendrix, the Doors and Janis Joplin pushed boundaries, introducing spiritual, psychedelic, and countercultural elements into the mainstream. Their work acted as a siren call for many to explore beyond the traditional constraints, changing fashions and tilting the establishment into a sea of boundless experimentation and exploration.

5. Drug Culture:

The rise in popularity of psychedelics like LSD led many to question reality, consciousness, and the nature of existence. This furthered the feeling of dissolution and boundarylessness characteristic of Pisces. The establishment, however, cracked down on this, leading to the imposition of stricter drug laws and spreading of fear campaigns.

6. Spiritual Exploration:

By 1967 there was a boom in interest in Eastern spiritual practices, meditation, mysticism, and alternative religions. This exploration of consciousness and spirituality was very Piscean, challenging the Christo-Judeic Saturnian religious structures of the West.

Saturn’s 29.5yr cycle brought the planet into Pisces again from 1994 to early 1996. Again the prevailing world structure would undergo various undermining events and slippery shifts reflected in the Saturn in Pisces themes of the time:

1. Digital Revolution:

The mid-’90s was pivotal for the Internet’s growth. The public began accessing it more broadly with the “dissolution of boundaries” evident as the World Wide Web connected people across the globe, marking the dawn of the digital age. While the spread of the Internet represented Piscean boundlessness and interconnectedness, it also posed challenges for established industries and societal structures, which had to adapt or face obsolescence.

2. Music Evolution:

Grunge and Alternative Rock: Pioneers like Nirvana and Pearl Jam encapsulated a generation’s disillusionment. Their raw, unfiltered lyrics and anti-establishment attitudes contrasted with the polished music of the ’80s, challenging industry norms and societal expectations.

Hip-Hop and Rap: Steeped in urban struggles, hip-hop became the voice of the marginalised. Artists like Tupac and Biggie narrated tales of systemic racism, socio-economic disparities, and police violence. Their prominence forced a broader society to confront uncomfortable truths.

Techno and Rave Culture: Spawning out of underground scenes, the new technobeats and rave parties became symbols of rebellion against conventional club culture. Promoting a wave of ecstasy-fuelled inclusivity, these gatherings often flouted drug laws and establishment controls, pushing boundaries both musically and socially.

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3. Political Shifts:

The dissolution of long-standing political systems occurred, like apartheid ending in South Africa in 1994. This represented the breaking down of rigidly outdated Saturnian structures and the ushering in of new, more inclusive ones.

4. Rwandan Genocide:

The horrors of the 1994 genocide showcased what can happen when societal structures collapse without anything to replace them, a dark manifestation of Piscean chaos without Saturnian order.

5. Growth of New Age and Spiritual Movements:

Just as in the ’60s, there was a surge in interest in alternative spiritualities, holistic health, and humanistic and metaphysical concepts. Patriarchal religious institutions faced unprecedented challenges from these alternative spiritual paths.

6. Undermining of Journalism and Media:

In 1995, the O.J. Simpson trial transcended its courtroom boundaries, catalysing the birth of the 24-hour news cycle. Its engrossing narrative surrounding race, celebrity, and justice demanded constant coverage, overshadowing the traditional nightly news bulletins with a continuous stream of analysis, opinion and debate. The insatiable public interest steered networks towards a sensationalist approach, revealing both the potential for ratings gold and the media’s immense power in shaping public perception. The trial thus marked a pivotal moment in the evolution of news presentation, media saturation and consumption.

7. LGBTQ+ Movement:

While the movement for LGBTQ+ rights started well before the ’90s, this period saw significant milestones, like the declassification of homosexuality as a mental illness by the World Health Organisation in 1992. It was a time of increased sexual diversity, posing challenges to established moral norms and laws regarding gender and sexuality.

During Saturn’s transit in Pisces, countercultural surges often faced significant backlash. This “cancel-culture” from conservative factions of society also becomes the new normal, and authorities are likely to employ subversive tactics, including unfounded accusations and smear campaigns against leading figures of burgeoning movements to curtail their influence. These were evident in both periods discussed above, with some examples:

1960s:

The British Invasion: Bands like The Beatles and The Rolling Stones were seen as corrupting American youth, leading to moral panic among certain sectors, peaking with The Beatles “bigger than Jesus” Controversy: John Lennon’s 1966 comment that the Beatles were “more popular than Jesus now” led to a massive outcry. In the U.S., especially in the South, there were public burnings of Beatles records. Radio stations boycotted their music, and the band faced death threats, culminating in their decision to stop touring.

Anti-Vietnam War Protests: Growing anti-war sentiments, especially among youth, led to widespread protests. Authorities often responded with force, as seen in events like the Berkeley protests.

Martin Luther King Jr.: The FBI, under J. Edgar Hoover, targeted MLK. They sent him anonymous letters, one of which suggested he should commit suicide, and sought to discredit him by alleging extramarital affairs.

The Black Panther Party: The FBI’s COINTELPRO (a counter-communism wing formed in the 50s) was tasked to undermine the Black Panthers, using tactics like sowing discord within the movement, framing members for crimes they didn’t commit, and conducting unauthorized surveillance.

Bob Dylan’s Electric Shift: When Dylan transitioned from acoustic folk to electric rock at the Newport Folk Festival in 1965, he faced jeers and immense criticism from traditional folk purists who felt betrayed.

Hippie Stereotyping: The mainstream often dismissed the entire hippie movement as drug-addled and lazy, undermining their genuine calls for peace and change.

Free Love and Sexual Revolution: The widespread loosening into non-traditional sexual norms challenged the conservative fabric of society, causing discomfort among many traditionalists.

Psychedelic Culture: With the rise of LSD and other psychedelics, a countercultural movement emerged. This alarmed authorities, leading to staged drug crackdowns on rock celebrities and the eventual criminalisation of psychedelics.

1990s:

Hip-Hop’s Demonisation: The genre’s explicit lyrics led to figures like Tupac Shakur and Notorious B.I.G. and the infamous East Coast-West Coast Rivalry. The media exaggerated the rivalry, often portraying it in violent terms. This portrayal, combined with real-world events, created a hostile environment, leading to the tragic deaths of Tupac and Biggie. Many believe that the media and authorities played a role in stoking these tensions.

N.W.A’s was portrayed by authorities as a dangerous influence, their song “**** the Police” drew FBI attention, who sent a warning letter to their record company, Ruthless Records, hinting at potential consequences. Ice-T’s “Cop Killer” drew major backlash with Police unions called for a boycott, and it was eventually pulled from the album.

Kurt Cobain and Grunge: Cobain, as the face of grunge, was often at the receiving end of media’s demonisation, being labelled as a negative influence on youth due to his struggles with heroin addiction and mental health issues like depression and suicidal ideation.

Rave Culture: While not targeting a single individual, authorities magnified isolated incidents at raves, such as drug overdoses, to propagate a narrative that these events were inherently dangerous and needed strict regulation or outright bans.

Marilyn Manson and School Shootings: Post the Columbine High School massacre in 1999, Manson, who employed “Shock Rock” provocative lyrics, imagery, and stage performances, faced blame, with critics attempting to draw a direct line between his dark, anti-establishment themes and the actions of the shooters, despite no concrete evidence of such an influence.

… to reiterate, “SATURN in Pisces will do anything to keep the illusion of control intact.” But its past failures, resulting in societal chaos, hint at a push for a more radical ‘new world order’ as Saturn eventually shifts to Aries. Saturn is currently in Pisces, staying there until February 2026. Can we see any of that happening today, or is it too soon?"

[onawah]

NOTES ON THE CURRENT MARS/CHIRON OPPOSITION
September 25, 2023
ASTROLOGY OF NOW
https://angstoic.com/2023/09/notes-on-the-current-mars-chiron-opposition/

"Mars’s raw, assertive energy is diluted in Libra, a sign that seeks peace and balance. For many men, this mirrors societal expectations where aggression and control, once hallmarks of ‘true masculinity,’ are now being scrutinised. This dilemma is further exacerbated by the Libra SUN’s quincunx to SATURN in Pisces, resulting in a writhing inner turmoil, conflicting societal expectations, emotional vulnerability, vague career prospects, inherited paternal legacies of guilt and inadequacy, and strained father-son relationships, mirroring the intricate socio-cultural shifts highlighted in our world, both at the macro and micro levels.

The challenges of redefining masculinity in a rapidly shifting world become evident; finding a balance between asserting oneself and getting along with others becomes essential as the voices of the marginalised grow louder about the blatant and long-ignored inequities and imbalances…

Wounds Surrounding Identity and the Call for Greater Assertiveness
Chiron’s transit through Aries (2018-2026) spotlights the wounds tied to one’s individual sense of identity and the push for greater assertion. These become accentuated as the NORTH NODE approaches Chiron and Eris in this dynamic sign. Those predominantly operating on the feminine spectrum, ie. more prone to receptivity, intuition, nurturance, empathy, and the ability to connect deeply, are nudged to question their place in a world that often undervalues subtle energies. They grapple with how to amplify their voice without losing their essence. Faced with a world that prizes overt dominance, aggression and loud voices, they often feel out of place or unheard.

We all have a memory of such wounds, but those activated by the Aries/Libra dichotomy might confront societal biases that dismiss the value and power of subtlety and seeking connection. When bombarded by messages that equate assertiveness with value, they face a dilemma: to adapt and amplify their voice, risking a loss of authenticity, or to retain their natural mode of being, potentially at the expense of visibility and social influence. In the coming weeks, as the Libra SOLAR eclipse looms, we will see this rise into a swelling mass.

EQUINOX SPECIAL: “A Journey Through Libra” [Cosmic Bus #2338]

Libra month, ruled by Venus, is in her “Morning Star” facet. Her dark potency is not to be underestimated…

The Dilemma Between Assertiveness vs. Diplomacy
This is a frustrating period, where all outer planets are still functioning in retrograde (internalised) modes. Introspectively trudging through the turbulent currents of the Chiron in Aries opposite Mars in Libra transit, many of us, particularly those immersed in the feminine spectrum, are confronted by an intricate array of long-standing challenges. A battle rages internally, as we grapple with old wounds rooted in misperceptions of our assertive energies, wrestling with the spectral remnants of past dismissals, references, or humiliations by overpowering figures.

Chiron in Aries carries the shame of unbridled assertiveness that’s been met with rejection or condemnation. It’s the warrior wounded in battle, hesitant to draw his/her sword again. The scars are born in silence, reminders of times when boldness was necessary but overpowered by might or punished, when standing up for ourselves or being ‘first’ led to isolation rather than celebration. It evokes memories of challenges faced alone, the rawness of exposed vulnerability under threat of violence, and the intense discomfort of being unapologetically oneself.

Mars in Libra, with its quintessential quest for harmony, further magnifies this tension. The equilibrium needed between decisive action and delicate diplomacy becomes not just a choice, but a necessity. As society’s tectonic plates shift in response to evolving definitions of power and influence, the pressure mounts: how can one passionately champion a cause, articulate a boundary, or challenge any injustice, without forsaking the inherent pull towards balance, agreeableness, and peace? Does anger and violence now appease the wounds of past aggression and violence?

It’s going to take some sensitivity to navigate through Libra season. As we transition from the painful effects of the Mars/Chiron opposition, deep lessons crystallise. The tug-of-war between tender assertiveness and fierce diplomacy, between raising an authentic voice that resonates and is able to shift societal expectations, becomes a mirror reflection of the relative success (or abject failure) of our collective journey. These powerful celestial markers are not merely planetary alignments but profound teachings, pushing us all forward towards integration and healing.

The impending Aries Supermoon on September 29th accentuates this. It is more than just an astrological event—it’s a culmination; a make-or-break moment that invites us to experience firsthand the lessons of balance. Impulsive emotions will be heavily amplified, and the push-pull dynamics between the “you” and “not you” intensified. Like a shot across the bowers of our relationships, the Supermoon acts as a pre-eclipse warning, illuminating our internal landscapes, revealing where we’ve grown and where healing is still needed.

Beyond this, in mid-October, the looming South Node Solar Eclipse in Libra, opposite Chiron, reinforces this narrative. Eclipses, as cosmic reset buttons, often thrust us into the heart of unresolved matters. With the South Node involved, the emphasis is on release—letting go of outdated paradigms and making room for new understandings. Opposite Chiron, the wounds surrounding identity, assertiveness, and relationships take centre stage, asking us to confront our residual shame, our suppressed unresolved anger and deepest resentments and heal them.

This past week has been very confronting to these wounds. In a sense, it’s been guiding us through a transformative corridor. While the lessons posed by the opposition have been challenging, they’ve prepared us for what lies ahead: a time of release, healing, and rebirth. As we step into the energies of the Supermoon and the forthcoming eclipse, we must be willing to do so with open hearts and the wisdom of the lessons we’ve garnered. The cosmic calling is becoming louder than bombs, and it’s time to answer its call."

[onawah]

"Cosmic Powder Keg": ARIES SUPERMOON at 06°♈00', Friday, September 29, 2023, 09:59 UTC
ANG STOIC
SEP 28 2023
https://angstoic.substack.com/p/cosmic-powder-keg-the-aries-supermoon?utm_source=post-email-title&publication_id=1144662&post_id=137487190&utm_campaign=email-post-title&isFreemail=true&r=p7227&utm_medium=email

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"The Aries Supermoon is a Cosmic Cauldron of Conflict and Catalysts, Fusing the Fire of Aries with the Strategy of Libra—Prepare for a Battleground of Will and Wits.

The last supermoon of 2023 is also the final lunation before this year’s second eclipse season. Falling in the early degrees of Aries, this Full Moon goes head-to-head not just with the guily Libra Sun but also with Pallas Athena, a goddess of wisdom, strategic war manoeuvring and fighting for social justice. That's a lot of social justice energy packed into one celestial event. The Aries Moon is all about initiating change and embodying raw, untamed spirit (fire). Going head-to-head with the diplomatic Libra Sun and the strategic Pallas Athena, this lunation sets us up for a political battleground.

Things are always coming to a head around the full moon anyway, intense conflicts escalate, seeking resolution or separation. Less than a week after the Equinox, this supermoon is a cosmic firework display of conflicting energies. Aries embodies the pioneering spirit, keen to forge ahead without much thought for subtlety. With the Libra Sun and Pallas Athena in the airy Libra, on the other hand, we witness the diplomats and strategists weighing each move carefully, scheming and preempting every action and reaction with authority.

Clearly, they underestimate the Aries Moon's volatile and spontaneous energy. This pre-eclipse lunation is a wild card in itself, making the atmosphere palpably unsettling…

VENUS DOMINUS
Venus in Leo, freshly out of retrograde, is all about reclaiming its flamboyant energy in love and relationships. Paired in close conjunction with Juno, the goddess of marriage and commitment, the vibe is heavily tilted towards drama, loyalty, and grand romantic gestures. This can be an augury of stabilising relationships that weathered Venus' retrograde turmoil. Her rulership over the Libran Sun and Pallas Athena doesn’t end there, although their mutual reception (the Sun rules Leo) ensures that the two are in cahoots, with each supporting and influencing the other's domain. Along with Pallas Athena, the three are like cosmic co-conspirators, each amplifying the other's strengths, a tense semisquare creating a powerful triad that influences both personal and social realms.

When Venus is challenged or is overemphasised in the horoscope, a host of interpersonal and self-esteem issues can erupt. Stress spikes due to an insatiable need for validation, leading to dynamics where one becomes an emotional black hole, sucking in all the attention but giving little back. Feelings of being unloved or unappreciated can morph into emotional warfare, derailing relationships and causing rifts. The focus on oneself stunts the growth of genuine interaction, making relationships superficial and transactional.

Financial woes are another beast entirely; impractical tastes and unchecked desires can lead to spending beyond means, tipping the balance of stability. Finally, an obsessive focus on physical appearance could distort self-worth and drain mental energy. All in all, a challenged Venus under siege could make life an emotional and financial rollercoaster, as we shall see.

HARD CRADLE
Venus in Leo exerts influence over Jupiter and Uranus in Taurus, creating a charged atmosphere due to their fixed sign placements. The square between Venus and Uranus is particularly fraught, generating volatility in personal and social domains. While Venus seeks affection and grandeur, Uranus aims to upend the status quo. This tension not only makes for unpredictable relational dynamics but could also incite abrupt fluctuations in financial markets or social values. The stakes are high: unmet desires for love and validation can lead to seismic shifts across various life spheres.

The matter is made even more unnerving with Uranus forming a semisquare to the Aries Supermoon, a paradoxical situation where people fight for freedoms and rights they might be ill-equipped to handle if actually won. Such individuals often appear directionless, uncertain of their true desires. Under such a charged climate, it's advisable to steer clear of controversy. Emotional responses to sudden changes are typically suppressed by authority figures, adding another layer of complexity to an already volatile environment.

Given that the Aries Supermoon opposes the Libra Sun/Pallas Athena and is linked through two semisquares—one from Venus/Juno to the Sun/Pallas Athena and another from the Moon to Uranus—you have what's commonly termed a "Hard Cradle." This astrological formation is dynamic and pushes individuals to address intense conflicts and rigid tensions. It often produces stress or friction that culminates in an event or events serving as a catalyst for dynamic growth.

OTHER STRANGE NONSENSE AND DARK DRAMAS
Mercury in Virgo opposing Neptune in Pisces generates a perplexing fog over communication and information channels. While Mercury in Virgo seeks clarity and precision, Neptune in Pisces clouds the narrative with illusion and ambiguity. This opposition creates a dissonance that can feel like wading through a swamp of misinformation. What is factual and well-defined in Virgoan terms becomes nebulous and open to interpretation under the Piscean influence. Expect a wave of confusion where straightforward data morphs into a murky blend of facts and fiction. The challenge here is to discern reality from illusion, a task made particularly difficult as each planet undermines the other's clarity.

Venus also forms a sextile to Mars in Libra, over whom she also holds pull. Mars is pretty hopeless in Libra; his assertiveness is undoubtedly compromised by his inability to make a decisive move. It’s like seeing an injustice, an infraction, and knowing you have to do something… anything, but being so crippled by propriety, fearing the fallout from being on the wrong side of any outcome that you decidedly do nothing. Until they come for you, that is…

The most ominous aspect here is the cardinal T-Square involving Mars in Libra on the South Node, opposed by the unpredictable Chiron and the wild Eris on the Aries North Node, both forming a square with the darkly manipulative Pluto in Capricorn. The position of Mars is especially alarming; it sits precisely at the 21º Libra degree, where the Solar Eclipse will manifest in just two weeks. With the Sun equally as debilitated in Libra, it suggests that diplomacy and fence-sitting may not hold up against the raw, confrontational energies at play in Aries, nor darker forces seeking authoritarian control in Capricorn. This formation intensifies existing tensions, suggesting transformative, if not destructive, forces at play. At every level, something must happen, but what.. and by whom? You?? It's a celestial powder keg awaiting a spark, one that could detonate with the coming eclipse."

[onawah]

"Judgments Unhinged": The ANNULAR SOLAR ECLIPSE at 21°♎08', Saturday, October 14, 2023, 17:56 UTC
ANG STOIC
OCT 14, 2023
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"A Universe in Major Flux: Under a South Node Eclipse, Libra's Scales Tip Violently Between Chaos and Authenticity—Brace for Revelations, Ruptures, and Radical Swingshifts

Greeting Fellow Travellers,

While many sensed that the final Supermoon of 2023 in fiery Aries lit the fuse for a "Cosmic Powderkeg," the full extent of its impact was beyond our wildest conjectures—and still is. The malevolent energies of Pluto and Eris obscure much, revealing the depths of their darkness only in slithers and fragments, perhaps only further distorting the picture. Post-September 23 Equinox, we were all but guaranteed seismic shifts whose magnitude was unprecedented in our lifetimes. Indeed, the intricate geometry of the September 29 Supermoon's ‘Hard Cradle’ ignited societal paradoxes, propelling folks into "battles for freedoms that, ironically, they may be ill-equipped to handle." This celestial unrest was merely a prelude to the eclipse season. Further exacerbating tensions, Mars, then misaligned along the Libra South Node during the Aries Supermoon, has since triggered another horrific conflict among contentious neighbouring tribes. As we gear up for the year's second eclipse at 21°08' Libra, we stand at the precipice of a monumental universal reckoning.The Annular Solar Eclipse
An annular eclipse occurs when the apogee Moon, farther than usual from the Earth, passes in front of the Sun, leaving a ring-like "annulus" of fiery brilliance. This celestial spectacle, visible in the early daylight hours across a swath of the U.S. and Central America, is not your mere sky-gazing fodder. Occurring once every six months, eclipse implications are profound and wide-ranging. This South Node eclipse acts like a cosmic circuit breaker, shutting down energy outflows and issuing a celestial "stop order." Things must cease. To clear the way for evolutionary growth, we must cast aside practices and trends that have grown so heavy they’ve become soul-crushingly burdensome.

Libra isn't just about balance, peace and harmony; At the South Node, a Solar Eclipse is the harbinger of imbalance and breakdowns in negotiations, particularly after Mars's incendiary activation during the Aries Supermoon. Whether in our personal relationships or global foreign relations; be they in our social media feeds, over-the-fence encounters, or internal dialogues, it's time to quit the schmaltzy niceties and charades and get real. This celestial event, opposed by Chiron/Eris, T-squared by Pluto and quincunxed by Uranus, is a monumental glove-slap; a siren song for true authenticity, even if it procures conflict and strife.

Brace for disruption: legal quagmires, diplomatic failures, and collapsing alliances. Mars's activation of this eclipse degree has escalated this to explosive levels, heightening risks of conflict—international or otherwise. Not only do efforts for arbitration, legislation, and contracts face gridlock and collapse, but personal relationships will also bear the brunt—marriages strained, divorces expedited, and gender/race/religious/political disputes won't find resolution; in short, instead of pacifying, a Libra South Node eclipse will only intensify imbalances.

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Opposition to Chiron and Eris at the North Node
The imminent fusion of the Chiron and Eris archetypes at the North Node end creates a paradoxical blend of a healer-disruptor. While Chiron empathises with wounds, teaches, and heals, Eris dislodges, destabilises, and provokes. Combined, these forces form a radical outsider, a “wounded upstart”—healing through disruption or disrupting to heal. This paradoxical energy is a brimming cauldron of long-standing activism, focused on subverting the status quo while offering paths to recovery, often through inflicting pain. It's not merely the frenzied act of obliterating what no longer works out of utter desperation; it's also about imparting a grave lesson through acts of grievous devastation. The aim is to reconstruct through total annihilation but from a vantage point steeped in the wisdom gleaned from hardship and exclusion.

In the context of the last Chiron/Eris conjunction in 1971-72, this was a period marked by a host of tensions and breakthroughs. The U.S. was deeply entangled in the Vietnam War, causing generational rifts and protests; civil rights and feminist movements were shaking the societal foundations. The Pentagon Papers were released, ripping off the bandage on government deceit; the Cold War continued to create international tension; the Watergate Scandal was about to break, leading to a crisis of confidence in American governance. Many things in the collective psyche became rattled, whilst individually, in medicine and healing, awareness and understanding of PTSD came to the fore.

The Chiron/Eris archetype carries the stigma of not only being wounded, but the indignity of being marginalised, pushed to the fringes, or relegated to societal "ghettos." It's an energy that speaks to both personal and collective pain—the bruises we bear and the stigma we endure. Socially, disenfranchised groups, driven by a sense of both woundedness and rage, seek to find their voice, claim their space and rights, refusing to be silenced. In a way, these events bear the hallmark of the Chiron-Eris energy: exposing painful truths and the ugly sides of governance, shaking us out of complacency, pushing marginalized issues to the forefront, and calling for reforms.

As their midpoint is activated by the opposition to this Libra solar eclipse, and with another conjunction on the horizon for 2025-26, we might expect an amplification of these themes but at a higher octave. Escalating tensions between the 'outcasts' and 'elites,' rising activism, uncomfortable disclosures of societal wounds, and a call for radical reforms become themes that can no longer be denied. And given the current state of the world, with social divisions and the global crisis, the upcoming activation could serve as a catalyst for ugly scenes that stir the collective consciousness into revolutionary changes in the way we heal societal wounds.

T-Squaring Tensions
A South Node Libra eclipse calls for a cold, hard look at our collective social pitfalls—compelling us to scrutinise some of this Cardinal Air sign's most unsavoury traits that lurk within us all.

From paralysing indecisiveness and superficial snobberies to virtue signalling and performative alliances, the list of disingenuous tactics we need to lose in order to improve our world goes on. People-pleasing tendencies, trite niceties, passive-aggressiveness, co-dependencies, obnoxious vanities and the sort of emotional detachment that leaves others out in the cold—all are up for celestial review. It’s not enough that this eclipse riles up transgenerational wounds of Chiron/Eris, but T-Squaring Pluto, now direct in late-degree Capricorn, launches matters into an irrevocable series of troubles. Pluto—lord of the underworld—square to both the eclipse and the Chiron/Eris mix at the North Node, acts like the invisibly powerful cosmic puppeteer pulling at the seams of societal integrity.

Since 2008, Pluto's crawl through Capricorn has been systematically upending power structures, reaching a peak of subterfuge and control tactics post-2019. Its direct turn now acts like a demonic release valve, exacerbating existing fissures. This heavy-weight planet is not just revealing but relishing in the dark underbelly of systemic deceit. It amplifies the culture of silencing and censorship, the ostracism, the "shadow witchhuntery," turning each of us into hyper-vigilant agents of our own complicit oppression.

Amidst this climate, dissent is not just silenced but vilified, demonised, and systematically eradicated. Trust erodes, replaced by a cocktail of fear, self-censorship, and conformity. Pluto's square to the Nodal axis amplifies the agony, making collective healing a Sisyphean task.

This celestial standoff is not just a moment; it's a threshold. It's an invitation to stare down the systemic "daddy-trauma" and societal abuse enabled by Pluto's iron grip. The shadows are dark, and the scenes will be grotesque. But confronting this collective spell head-on is the only path to societal transformation—a journey toward a future where authenticity isn't just allowed but celebrated.

But wait, there’s more…
While Pluto in Capricorn manipulates the collective shadow, throwing our societal skeletons out of the closet, Uranus in Taurus introduces a wildcard, a wrench in the machinery of both our material and relational worlds. This dissonant aspect creates a psychic discord—a restless itch that disrupts the status quo. Its quincunx to this eclipse rattles all social foundations, shattering long-standing beliefs about interpersonal values, economics, and relationship dynamics.

You could call this the celestial trifecta of existential dread. On one hand, Pluto, in late-degree Capricorn, triggers a dark night of the societal soul, revealing the rot of deeply-rooted systems of control. On the other, Uranus in Taurus rattles our individual and collective sense of security, shaking the earth beneath our feet. Nothing calls for financial independence, bodily autonomy, and land sovereignty like Uranus in Taurus. Its quincunx to the Libra South Node Eclipse serves as the revolutionary Molotov cocktail to the whole eclipse T-square.

In a most uncomfortable flash, during the darkest moment of this eclipse, Uranus exposes the pretence, the masks, the curated realities—all of Libra's less-than-ingratiating traits, causing them to writ large in the cosmic sky, disrupting any chances of sweeping any of Pandora’s ills under the rug again. The gig is up. This eclipse is ruthlessly peeling back the façade, revealing the ugliness that lurks behind the masks of social niceties and false alliances.

Beyond just a trifling momentary glitch in the cosmic matrix, this disruption to our consciousness precipitates a full-on systemic purge. No more hiding behind performative alliances or maintaining superficial airs and graces. In a world already teetering on the brink due to Pluto's dark manipulations and Uranus's erratic shifts, this Libra South Node Eclipse is the unwavering cosmic mirror forcing us to confront and discard our most unsavoury social tendencies. You can keep trying it on, but nothing yanks the curtains down on the performative dance we've been locked in like this South Node Libra eclipse.

In essence, the double curveball of an Eclipse/Uranus quincunx forces a celestial breaking point—an absolute need for both internal and external recalibration to our entire value system. Every cherished facet of our lives—from relationships and financial security to cultural liberties and intellectual freedoms—is under siege. If you are feeling pulled in conflicting directions—stretched to your limits but also compelled to break old moulds, then you are at least awake to the demands of radical authenticity. Falling back on negative Libra traits like indecisiveness or avoidance won't serve you now. This is seriously no time for fence-sitting or lazy, self-aggrandising game-playing. Sure, the road ahead may tempt you to take sides in polarising issues, but that's only a distraction, a cop-out.

The real challenge is to confront your own shadows and inconsistencies. Step into exploring the complexity; don't oversimplify it into false dichotomies. Taking sides can be a refuge for those unwilling to confront the messy, nuanced realities we all face. The best way forward? Engage deeply, boldly, sincerely, and hold your beliefs lightly (if at all). There are no “rights” or “wrongs”, “goods” and “bads” here - it’s all just a matter of perspective. This is what the Libra South Node wants us to learn and to let go of. Come back to centre and be ready to evolve as new truths emerge. Radical authenticity demands no less.

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Of course, your individual journey is far more nuanced and the choices you make are far more complex than the above themes. "

[onawah]

“Material Desires Magnified”: The LUNAR ECLIPSE at 05°09′ TAURUS, Saturday, October 28, 2023, 20:25 UTC
October 29, 2023
ASTROLOGY OF NOW, Lunation article
https://angstoic.com/2023/10/material-desires-magnified-the-lunar-eclipse-at-0509-taurus-saturday-october-28-2023-2025-utc/

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"The Oct. 28, 2023, partial lunar eclipse, peaking at 20:14:03 UTC, marks a celestial crescendo in a 2-year series of transformative cosmic events. Visible across central and eastern Africa, most of Europe, and western and central Asia, and marking moonrise and moonset events from the Americas to the far reaches of eastern Asia and Australia, this eclipse is a pivotal moment for those in tune with the celestial rhythms. Whether you’re planning observations or rituals, the eclipse’s reach and impact underscore its significance in the current astrological landscape, especially as humanity navigates the profound shifts highlighted by the latest spate of Taurus and Scorpio eclipses.

THE TAURUS/SCORPIO JOURNEY:
The recent sequence of Taurus and Scorpio eclipses has produced nothing short of an evolutionary odyssey, punctuating humanity’s attempt to transition into a post-Covid era marked by a reevaluation of core values, a shedding of destructive tendencies, and a quest for sustainable stability. The Scorpio South Node, arguably the most sinister emblem of the Moon’s Fall, often unleashed humanity’s darkest tendencies—our propensity for destruction, power struggles, and deep-seated karmic residues, acted out through our most toxic habits, addictions and struggles to manipulate and control. It’s like the universe giving us a mirror, reflecting not just our worst traits but also the subterranean complexities that even we are unaware of.

Since November 2021, we have seen no less than three Taurus and three Scorpio eclipses. Eclipses around the Pluto-ruled Scorpio South Node have forced out the most unsettling truths, like a Pandora’s box, unveiling the often mysterious intrigue hidden deep within the ancestry of our collective subconscious’ darkest secrets. Through Pluto’s corrosive processes, they precipitate wild, compulsive eruptions that are akin to spewing volcanic magma, revealing unresolved karmic complexes.

The Taurus North Node, where the Moon is exalted, offers an evolutionary leap toward stability and grounding, countering the chaotic fervour of Scorpio. As the nodes transitioned, so did we—from being embroiled in entanglements of our own making to realising the profound simplicity of what we actually need to survive and thrive. The Taurus eclipses are, hence, celestial markers indicating a collective shift towards values that are more earth-bound, sustainable, and attuned to the ‘here and now.’ The Taurus element holds a space, serving as a cosmic rehab, inviting us to rebuild authentic values from the ground up. Eclipses at this end have served as spiritual milestones in our sometimes torrid earth journey, from whence we can process the deeply conditioned cycles of abuse and manipulation, tame our inner demons and apply their intensity to reconstruct a newfound sense of peace and material security.

Moving from the intricate complex karmic web spun by the Scorpion intensity to the healing, grounding energy of Taurus, we make peace with what was as we make room for what could be.

AIDS & HINDRANCES: Aspects to this Lunation
The final Taurus eclipse sees the world at its most tense and horridly explosive. Against the Scorpio Sun, it is as if things between us are ready to blow, and we have no idea how to hold it together. We want change, but the resistant quality of fixed-sign opposition fortifies egos whose agenda is unwavering, prioritising self-preservation over collective evolution. Adding to this is the conjunction between Mercury and Mars, whose opposition to Jupiter amplifies the discord, driving conversations deeper into the realm of hidden motives and unsettling truths. This atmosphere of intense scrutiny, combined with Taurus’s inherent desire for stability, presents a challenging paradox. On the one hand, there’s an inexorable pull toward confrontation, conflict and revelation; on the other, a profound need for accustomed comforts, security and steady defiance to hold onto our position. Jupiter’s conjunction to the Moon only inflates emotional responses, magnifying deeply rooted sentiments and driving actions based on amplified instincts rather than rational deliberation.

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Further complicating matters, Neptune’s semi-square to Jupiter and sesqui-square to the Mercury/Mars conjunction refracts the light of truth, skewing perceptions and clouding judgments. This diffusion of clarity sends ripples through the discourse, questioning our very grasp on reality. Additionally, Neptune’s opposition to Venus, the ruler of the eclipse, injects an unhealthy dose of idealism and delusion into the mix, making it even harder to discern genuine sentiments from deceptive allure. Following the Libra Solar Eclipse, there is much phoney ploy in our political manoeuvring as we teeter to stay on the decisive end of any argument. In such an environment, discerning truth becomes a Herculean task, with each revelation seeming more elusive than the last. It is perhaps important that we remember to check the source of our discontentment since this eclipse brings to the fore that, even in chaos, one must seek clarity, lest they be lost in the swirling mists of Neptune’s illusions.

MESSAGES OF PEACE:
As the world teeters on the brink of total and unmitigated destruction, individuals grapple with heightened internal turmoil—a volatile mix of misguided hope and impossible despair. Amidst this chaos, this lunar eclipse functions like a cosmic flashpoint, forcing us to confront the source of our emotional maelstrom head-on and bring it to a stable place.

Taurus wants us to shift from mere survival to abundant living. Stop chasing what you think you’re cheated of; focus on what you genuinely need. If you’ve been stuck in cycles of self-destruction and haunted by your demons, Taurus’ earthly energy beckons you to find stability and peace.

This final Taurus eclipse is your cosmic seal of approval, pushing you to make peace with your dark side, settle in a state of contentment, far away from Scorpio’s seething volcanoes. It’s a transition from violent battlefields to a garden of peace. This two-year process has jostled you out of the pits of misery, urging you to enjoy the abundance of life without relapsing into past patterns of self-sabotage. It’s been a journey indeed. How have you fared?"

[onawah]

"Time to Settle the Score": The NEW MOON at 20°43' SCORPIO
Monday, November 13, 2023, 09:29 UTC
ANG STOIC
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"Scorpio is pissed. Who is he pissed with? And why? Is it a parent who neglected, abandoned him as a child, leaving a void of unmet emotional needs? Could it be crusty old Uncle Freddy, whose holiday stay left a dark, indelible mark on Scorpio's psychosexual development? Daily beatings from a schoolyard bully? Or was it Father O'Reilly, down in the rectory basement?

Or is his grinding fury still brooding over a romantic rejection from a teenage sweetheart, or a former partner whose infidelity not only broke his trust but also his heart? Such a devastating breach could explain the lingering haunt of violation fueling his rage. Equally plausible is some resentment towards a workplace bully, whose constant torment might have left scars that time hasn't healed.Scorpio's anger could also have broader, more systemic roots. He might be seething at an institution or corporation from which he was wronged so badly that it derailed his entire career path, or perhaps a financial establishment that ruthlessly stripped him of his life savings, a cruel exploitation of his good merit and earnest hard work. Moreover, his anger could be aimed at a government whose corrupt officials' actions led to war, uprooting him from his homeland and forcing him into the life of a refugee, subjected to a lifetime of displacement, demeaning servitude and racist abuse.

Moreover, Scorpio's seething wrath might transcend personal or even contemporary issues, delving deep into the chthonic realm of generational trauma. He might be grappling with the residual effects of ancestral tragedies, a curse of sorts that has plagued his lineage since the Dark Ages, leaving each generation to inherit the misery and destitution of the last.

Whatever it is, Scorpio ain't telling. He remains tight-lipped, a testament to the sombre nature of his fixed water sign. Within him, he harbours a corrosively residual pool of concentrated pain and trauma that resonates through every cell, much like water – ever retaining, ever reverberating emotions. This wellspring of bitterness, though often concealed beneath the surface, is nevertheless potent and ever-present.

This emotional reservoir is not static; it charges Scorpio with a relentless sense of unfinished business, a compulsion for resolution that cannot be ignored. It's as if each memory, each past slight or injustice, is a wave that bounces within the walls of his inner echo chamber, accumulating like a toxic sediment of anger and a thirst for retribution.

Thus, Scorpio carries within him an immense vitriol, a deep-seated need for vengeance. This is not mere anger; it is a crusade to right the perceived wrongs, to restore balance to the scales that have been so grievously tipped against him. This quest for retribution, or perhaps revenge, is not just a path he chooses; it's a path he feels compelled to walk, akin to a soul possessed, driven by the intense emotional turmoil that defines his very essence.

However, as we know, water is the most adaptable of elements, its residual memory moulded by the shape of the vessel containing it. For Scorpio, this analogy holds deep significance. His emotions, like water, are subject to being influenced and constrained by the circumstances and environments that have shaped his life. The traumas, betrayals, and injustices he has experienced have formed the vessel that now holds his emotional essence, shaping his reactions, perceptions, and ultimately, his actions.

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This malleability of memories suggests that while Scorpio's emotions are intense and deep, they are also subject to change and evolution. The shape of his emotional responses and the nature of his memories are not fixed; they are influenced by his current experiences, perceptions, and personal growth. Just as water changes form to fit its container, Scorpio's emotions and memories can transform as he navigates through different phases of his life.

This fluidity also means that Scorpio's path towards healing or resolution is not linear. His journey of coping with and eventually overcoming the traumas and betrayals he has experienced is dynamic, constantly reshaped by new insights, relationships, and flashing realisations. His ability to adapt, to let his emotions flow and reshape, becomes a crucial aspect of his journey towards healing and finding peace. By recontextualising his past, understanding the deeper roots of his anger, and perhaps seeking closure, excoriating old layers of dead skin or exacting justice in a constructive manner, he can alter the shape of his emotional container, allowing for a new, more positive form of emotional memory to take hold.

In this light, Scorpio's journey is not just one of seeking vengeance for wrongs perceived but also one of personal transformation and healing, guided by the fluid, ever-changing nature of his emotions.

As the dark Moon draws to its synodic reset in Scorpio, it threatens to align with Mars, the ancient ruler of this enigmatic and intense sign. This New Moon conjunction will mark a period of profound emotional and psychological depth, stirring the primordial waters of survival instinct and deep-seated desires.

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Far from a mere astral occurrence, this celestial confluence is the first lunation after the spectacular Eclipse period of October, which saw world tensions reach a most brutal crescendo. Here, the Scorpio New Moon stings us like a cosmic catalyst, igniting the subterranean fires of Scorpio's long-brewing rage and indignation. The multifaceted traumas Scorpio harbours – the familial betrayals, the sting of romantic treacheries, the systemic injustices that have marred his path, and the ancestral curses spurring his quest for survival and triumph – are now summoned to the fore by this alignment under this darkest of constellations.

Against Uranus
The triple conjunction of the Sun, Moon, and Mars in Scorpio, opposing Uranus in Taurus, creates a powerful cosmic tension. This alignment triggers an eruption of past ills, long buried in the hidden depths of Scorpio's psyche, to rise to the surface for healing. Scorpio's intense, transformative energy, aggravated by Mars, pushes for deep emotional catharsis and the unearthing of hidden truths.

Uranus in Taurus introduces a contrasting dynamic, symbolising awakening and radical change, particularly in areas related to values, resources, property, land and economic stability. This fixed opposition creates friction between Scorpio's desire for deep, inner transformation and the disruptive, liberating forces of Uranus, an almighty clash between the urge to delve into the past and confront emotional traumas, and the need to break free from old fundamental and traditional patterns and start to adopt innovative new paradigms.

Beyond just a battle of wills between the old and new beckons a necessary but tumultuous upheaval for regrowth. The collective eruption of past traumas provides a chance for profound healing, while Uranus's awakening forces challenge us to reimagine our future, to build upon a foundation of truth and authentic transformation. This may not be easy. Sometimes it's better to remain pissed and not deal with the problem; keep it all bottled up inside. It's the devil you know, and it sure feels like ours to want to perpetuate. But the time has come, and something seems like it has to give. Tragically, fixed signs find it hard to bend. There is almost always a break, and under a Mars/Uranus lunation, this will happen suddenly. What is initiated upon this lunation will have devastating consequences if not met with brilliance and insight into our current condition.

In essence, this period marks a pivotal point in our collective and individual journeys. It's a time of intense emotional reckoning, yet also an opportunity for rebirth and renewal, as we navigate the delicate balance between confronting our deepest shadows and stepping boldly into a new, more enlightened existence.

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Trine to Neptune
Neptune's influence during this period acts as a soothing balm on the Scorpion's sores, tempering the intense and often turbulent emotions stirred up by the Scorpio New Moon and its conjunction with Mars. Neptune, known for its association with healing, spirituality, and compassion, provides a much-needed counterbalance to the raw, penetrating energy of Scorpio.

As Scorpio delves into the depths of emotional pain and trauma, Neptune's trine offers a gentle, healing presence. This aspect brings a sense of calm and understanding, allowing for a more compassionate approach to deep-seated wounds. Neptune's energy encourages forgiveness, both of self and others, and promotes a more empathetic understanding of the pain underlying Scorpio's rage and desire for retribution.

This soothing influence is particularly significant given the intense and sometimes destructive nature of Scorpio's emotions. Neptune's presence can help mitigate the risk of getting lost in these emotions, providing a guiding light towards healing and transcendence. It offers a reminder that amidst the turmoil, there is an opportunity for spiritual growth and the release of old patterns that no longer serve.

Neptune's trine also enhances intuition and psychic sensitivity, allowing for a deeper connection with the subconscious mind. This connection can reveal insights into the root causes of pain and anger, facilitating a more profound healing process. It encourages Scorpio to look beyond the surface, to understand the deeper spiritual lessons and growth opportunities presented by their challenges.

We all have Scorpio somewhere in our chart; somewhere where we carry the pain, either holding it in or projecting it outwardly upon others. Similarly, we also carry the potential for immense healing and regeneration. Hence, this period affects each of us in some area of our lives. "

[onawah]

ERIS CONJUNCT THE NORTH NODE AT 24°20′ ARIES [Nov. 27]
November 22, 2023
ASTROLOGY OF NOW
https://angstoic.com/2023/11/eris-conjunct-the-north-node-at-2420-aries-nov-27/

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"Eris, the embodiment of the scorned feminine warrior archetype, is deeply embedded in our collective psyche as a force unafraid to intervene and blow the whistle on hidden truths, especially when marginalised or banished. Her energy is not just about provocation but also about exposing the underlying dynamics of power and exclusion; of dominance and neglect.

In mythology, Eris is notorious for instigating the Trojan War by exposing the vanity and competitiveness of the gods, a narrative that resonates with her current astrological influence. Her conjunction with the Aries North Node, exact on November 27th at 24°20′ Aries, signals a period where her disruptive yet truth-revealing fury aligns with summoning us all on our collective path towards destiny.

Aries, a sign notorious for its storming nature and audacious front, amplifies Eris’s urgent and immediate call for action. This conjunction, in the fiery, headstrong sign of the ram suggests a period of bold, unflinching changes, where individuals and societies are more inclined to confront and address long-standing issues of injustice and inequality. The assertive nature of Aries fuels Eris’s zeal to hurl fireballs at the status quo and shake up any ingrained complacency.

Mars’ opposition to this conjunction on October 6th served as a significant trigger. Mars, ruler of Aries, escalates the level of aggression and conflict potential to Eris’s already potent energy. The opposition set in motion a series of events or conflicts that will reach a climax or point of significant development around the time of the exact conjunction. It’s a dynamic that could manifest in personal experiences as a struggle for autonomy and recognition, and on a global scale as heightened political or social tensions.

Eris’ leverage, especially in conjunction with the North Node in Aries, might be seen in various global phenomena. From rising movements/campaigns for greater independence and unmitigated equity, and from the emboldening of marginalised voices to aggravated political upheavals where suppressed frustrations and rivalries come to the fore, her impact is far-reaching and could catalyse personal journeys where many have the courage to finally come to terms and shamelessly assert their true identity, especially for those who have felt sidelined or unheard.

The strife and discord of a scorned and triggered Eris, combined with the connective, karmic quality of the North Node, is a call for both collective and individual awakenings. This is a time when hidden truths, once revealed to all, lead to catabolic shakedowns in how we view power, demand equality, and assail our own indigenous rights in shaping the future of our landscape. Sure, this period might be marked by wars, difficulties, catastrophic turmoil, and societal upheavals, but it also holds the potential for groundbreaking shifts towards enacting greater authenticity and exacting transgenerational justice.

Of course, it’s most possible that the big catastrophe, or multiple catastrophes, are already unfolding, setting humanity on a trajectory of irreversible change. Part of our immense despair and furious reactivity comes from our unconscious anguish collectively feeding into this.

For instance, there are enough of us invested in the belief that a severe climate crisis looms large and that we have entered an era of unparalleled environmental woes, where extreme weather patterns, rising sea levels, and a string of devastating natural disasters are early signs that we are entering a new epoch of wild ecological instability. Whether this is man-made or helped by epochal cosmological patterns, we’re feeling it.

Alongside this, and following the dimly-handled CV19 (remember?), the threat of another global pandemic(s), one more virulent and deadly, is not out of the question. We know our systems are ill-equipped and our ‘experts’ incompetent to handle a real public health calamity.

And, i’m not forgetting to mention that alongside these perils is the grim possibility that ongoing wars between feuding neighbours could spawn international conflict, which very plausibly could escalate to thermonuclear levels, threatening unimaginable destruction and loss. Meanwhile, the unchecked march of AI and technology, especially the advancement of algorithmic, technologically enhanced AGI-like machine-learning bots, brings not only ethical and privacy concerns but also existential threats to human autonomy and livelihoods.

Also, the rate of biodiversity loss (species extinction) due to deforestation, strip-mining, overfishing, and general ecosystem destruction is alarming, potentially leading us to the point of no return and sabotaging the delicate balance of life on Earth. These ecological collapses to the food chain could result from various factors, including ocean acidification and the demise of crucial ecosystems, like corals. It’s very possible that economic and social collapse also looms, with global economies weakened by overinflation, corporate inequities and unsustainable practices, potentially leading to widespread societal and financial breakdown.

I could go on, and then one might wave their fist at me for being a doomsayer, but hey, like the fabled Cassandra, I’ve been saying all along, this was coming. Individually, you may be blessed with a tremendous sense of well-being, and that’s wonderful. But in context of the larger picture, there is something very unsettling with how the well-being of our world is being handled.

Our world is overrun by gargantuan monsters who threaten great geopolitical instability and hence resource scarcity, especially over freshwater and basic needs. Things could suddenly switch to survival mode, which could escalate into large-scale conflicts, affecting millions. The spectre of large-scale technological disasters, such as internet or global communication network outages, sinister data breaches, or uncontrolled AI developments, add a dimension of disruption not yet seen.

The scale of the current outer planet developments is impossible to fathom unless one takes a look at long-range, often invisible cycles. But something (everything) seems to be coming to a head. Acknowledging the gravity of our situation, we must also remember our resilience as a species, our capacity for innovation, and our innate desire for cooperation and peace will ultimately prevail. The path ahead may be fraught with challenges, but it is also rife with opportunities for adaptation, healing, and new growth."

[onawah]

SATURN IN PISCES: Spiritual Realignment from the 90s to Now
November 23, 2023
ASTROLOGY OF NOW
https://angstoic.com/2023/11/saturn-in-pisces-spiritual-realignment-from-the-90s-to-now/

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"Meanwhile, up here on Middle Earth, things ain’t so “normal”.

Saturn, ruler of the physical, more structured realms of consciousness, is now moving direct at the beginning of Pisces, ushering in a new chapter in our collective and individual experiences, which in itself is closing the book on the last 28-30 years of our conception of reality. It is a strange period which marks a lurid departure from the more rigid, scientific-focused orthodoxies of Capricorn and Aquarius (think back to the late 1980s, early 90’s, if you can), where hardnosed Saturn felt more at home than in the ethereal, boundless waters of Pisces (’93-96).

Yet Saturn is still Saturn, and as the gruff old timekeeper saunters through the quantum fields of Pisces, he demands a thorough restructuring of our spiritual beliefs, imaginative inspirations, and collective empathy.

Over the next two years, this transit will test our global solidity in all things intangible and mostly imperceptible, a concept that may seem paradoxical at first. Under Saturn’s influence, the abstract and often elusive qualities of Pisces are summoned into a more concrete form. Whilst this period calls for a rigorous approach to all things’ spiritual’ and ‘surreal’, it also urges us to crystallise our wildest dreams and start manifesting our most heightened ideals into tangible outcomes.

It is also a time when we assess our capacity to break on through into psychedelic understandings of what lies beyond the 3D plane, the realm of Jungian buddhafields of the enlightenment of subconscious and metaphysical realms (think Watts/McKenna). I know it’s hard to explain to those who haven’t yet journeyed to the back of beyond, but Saturn in Pisces challenges us to confront the shadows deep within our psyche, dance with the angels and demons of our alternate natures, and make contact and peace with those. It is about a time of deep psychological healing and growth, lessons which are about recognising and respecting the limits within our spiritual and emotional realms, even as we explore these boundless waters using whatever tangible means we can get our hands on.

Don’t worry, strange things, tools & artifices will become available to you to help you journey deeper into your psyche, if you’re so inclined. If not, you will become confounded and frustrated by it all, possibly to the point of utter exasperation and despair.

As in the early to mid 1990’s, when the pensively dour, often sombre themes inherent in grunge music reflected the introspective psychical experimentation of the ‘heroin chic’, exemplified by gaunt models like Kate Moss and artists like Kurt Cobain, who became emblematic in voicing the existential angst and disillusionment of an entire generation. It was a time when the polished, well-scripted veneer of the 1980s gave way to a more gritty, unfiltered expression of emotion, unashamedly delving into themes of alienation, an existential sense of loss and despair, and a desolate quest for meaning.

The early 90s also saw a resurgence of interest in psychedelics, not just as rec-drugs but as tools for exploring consciousness and spirituality. Alongside all this, the newly formed rave culture and its ritualistic techo beats gained momentum, with MDMA (Ecstasy) becoming a key psychotropic vehicle of this movement. Beyond just escapism; it represented a collective yearning for holistic, heart-centred connection, telepathic unity, and transcendence – experiences that are deeply Piscean in nature. Raves became spaces where conventional social structures dissolved, and a more fluid, inclusive, and empathetic mode of interaction emerged.

There was also a growing interest in holistic therapies and alternative medicines, including the use of natural psychedelics for healing purposes- integrating Saturn in Pisces’ conventional wisdom with modern understanding, a focus on healing not just the body, but also the mind and spirit.

Of course, all exterior props and agents of dissolution eventually wore off too, and when folks realised “the drugs don’t work” we were left to work it out for ourselves, but the crux is that it served its purpose and finally eroded away the last morsels of a previously conceived reality, making way for the seedlings of a new earth. That new earth is now itself coming full circle, about to dissipate away into the ethers as we lift the veil on a whole new level of consciousness.

As in previous incarnations (i.e. 1964-67), Saturn’s journey through Pisces always ushers in an artificial high, then leads to a sense of spiritual discontentment, an utter disillusionment of life’s harsh realities and limitations as we come crashing down to earth with our most preciously idealistic visions.

As Saturn holds a mutable T-Square over next Monday’s Gemini Full Moon, this can be a time of harsh spiritual testing, an existential reckoning where both the seemingly repetitive drivel of our daily media and our faith and beliefs are put under Saturn’s harsh, scrutinising gaze. The challenge will be making sense of all the senseless mind-nattering and maintaining hope and faith amidst the realisation of life’s inherent limitations. We might find ourselves grappling between everyday pragmatism and heightened idealism, seeing neither as satisfactory. This call for extreme unction grounds our otherworldly flights, spiritual fancies and abstract visions of ourselves into practical applications, either transmuting nebulous fantasies into structured plans or leaving us in a messy heap.

If you’ve been dreaming big but lacking the framework to materialise those dreams, Saturn’s T-square will either serve as a bridge between the material and the mystical, urging you to manifest your most surreal ideals by anchoring them into some semblance of reality, or leave you dumped ashore like a surfer who’s sadly misjudged the towering wave of opportunity. This Full Moon also marks a high tide of profound spiritual maturation, where your Piscean dreams are not only tempered by the discipline of Saturn, but if your thoughts and ideas (Gemini) and attitudes and beliefs (Sadge) aren’t cutting it, it can lead into an existential crisis, in some sense creating a potent alchemy that can lead to both personal and global shifts in fast-fading phoney baloney worldviews…"

[onawah]

ERIS AND THE TROJAN HORSE
November 24, 2023
ASTROLOGY OF NOW
https://angstoic.com/2023/11/eris-and-the-trojan-horse/
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“Remember, the Trojan war began after ERIS pitched her apple of discord into an elite party, ending 10 years later, after a Trojan horse breached the city walls.
….In mythology, Eris is notorious for instigating the Trojan War by exposing the vanity and competitiveness of the gods, a narrative that resonates with her current astrological influence. Her conjunction with the Aries North Node, exact on November 27th at 24°20′ Aries, signals a period where her disruptive yet truth-revealing fury aligns with summoning us all on our collective path towards destiny… seen in various global phenomena. From rising movements/campaigns for greater independence and unmitigated equity and from the emboldening of marginalised voices to aggravated political upheavals where suppressed frustrations and rivalries come to the fore, Eris’ impact is far-reaching and could catalyse personal journeys where many have the courage to finally come to terms and shamelessly assert their true identity, especially for those who have felt sidelined or unheard…”

~ From ERIS CONJUNCT THE NORTH NODE AT 24°20′ ARIES [Nov. 27]

In computer science, a “Trojan horse” refers to a type of malicious software that deceives users by masquerading as legitimate software. Like the ancient Greek story where soldiers hid inside a wooden horse to infiltrate Troy, a computer Trojan hides its true intent. Once inside a system, it can unleash unspeakable damage, such as stealing data, creating a backdoor for future access, or installing other harmful software that alters the original script. Unlike viruses or worms, Trojans don’t replicate themselves but rely on users to install them, often through a download or email attachment that appears harmless or enticing. This outward deception is the key characteristic that defines a Trojan horse in the digital realm.

In virology, a concept akin to a computer “Trojan horse” is a virus mechanism where the virus disguises itself to evade the host’s immune system. Just like computer Trojans it deceives users, this biological strategy involves the virus cloaking itself with certain proteins or using other means to avoid detection and destruction by the host’s immune defenses. This allows the virus to enter and infect host cells undetected or to remain latent within the host for an extended period. By using such deceptive tactics, viruses can effectively propagate within their host, leading to a successful infection and transmission. This strategy is a key aspect of how some viruses, ie. HIV or influenza, operate and persist within their hosts.

In politics, a “Trojan horse” refers to a strategy or tactic where an individual, group, policy, or piece of legislation is presented as benign or beneficial, but in reality, harbours a deeply hidden, often sinister, agenda. Also drawing from the ancient Greek tale, the concept symbolises some form of deception and subterfuge to achieve ends that might not be accepted if their true nature was openly disclosed.

For instance, a policy might be introduced under the guise of serving the “greater public interest”, but its hidden purpose could be to advance a specific group’s interests or to undermine a particular segment of society. Alternatively, a politician or political group might present themselves as aligned with a set of noble-seeming ideals or goals to gain support or entry into a system, but once inside, they pursue a different, often contrary agenda.

Such tactics rely on the inattention, naivety and trustingness of the greater public and on the element of surprise. It can be used to gain political power, change policies, or shift public opinion in ways that would be difficult or impossible if true intentions were transparent from the start.

In war and espionage, the “Trojan horse” concept is employed through strategies that hinge on masterful deception and tactical exploitation of trust. The strategic spread of misinformation plays a key role, where false intelligence is fed to the enemy to lead them astray. Covert agents or double agents serve as human Trojans, infiltrating enemy ranks while secretly gathering intelligence or sabotaging efforts from within.

In the realm of cyber warfare, digital Trojans in the form of malware masquerade as legitimate software to breach security systems for data theft or system disruption. Similarly, physical sabotage can be implemented by supplying the enemy with materials or equipment that appear functional but are intended to fail. Even vehicles or large containers can be used to smuggle personnel or equipment past enemy lines, reminiscent of the original wooden horse. Same with biological warfare-toxic agents masquerading as life-saving medicines. Lastly, psychological warfare employs tactics that seem beneficial to the enemy but are designed to manipulate decisions or morale, subtly cajoling outcomes in favour of the attacker. Each of these methods is sneaky in design and capitalises on the element of surprise by targeting vulnerabilities in the enemy’s perception or usual defence systems.

* throughout, 2020 and 2021 Eris was contacted several times by Jupiter, Saturn and Pluto, all from the later degrees of Capricorn."

[onawah]

“Awakening to Uncertainty”: The FULL MOON at 04°51′ GEMINI, Monday, November 27, 2023, 09:16 UTC
November 27, 2023
ASTROLOGY OF NOW, Lunation articles
https://angstoic.com/2023/11/awakening-to-uncertainty-the-full-moon-at-0451-gemini-monday-november-27-2023-0916-utc/

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"So, the celestial wheel cranks over into the higher gears, ushering in Sagittarius season, and we embark on the more expansive leg of our cosmic journey, a period initiated by the pursuit of truth and a greater understanding of our world and our place in it.

Sadge season, traditionally associated with the philosopher and the explorer, invites us to broaden our horizons and seek to know more. Yet, as we venture into this vast, untamed territory, an early Gemini Full Moon presents us with a complex counterpoint, almost immediately contrasting our speculative search for meaning with themes of facts, data, mundane communication, adaptability, and intellectual curiosity. This Full Moon, always a time of confronting awarenesses, is enriched by the interplay of multiple celestial bodies. This lunation paints a vivid picture of our current cosmic narrative, particularly as we navigate a world still reeling from recent global upheavals, spilling over into international conflicts and standing on the brink of a new year filled with shocks and uncertainties.

Sagittarius Season: An Odyssey of Expansion and Wisdom
As Sagittarius season unfolds, spearheaded by the archer’s arrow, it calls for an expansive exploration beyond the confines of the familiar, urging us to seek broader perspectives in various realms of life. This mutable/fire season ignites a collective restlessness, a burning desire to seek truth, justice, and wisdom, encouraging us to journey beyond our immediate surroundings to embrace a world rich with diverse narratives and insights.

The presence of Mars and Ceres in early Sagittarius during this season weaves a dynamic interplay of assertiveness and nurturing into our pursuit of growth and understanding. Mars, symbolizing action and the warrior spirit, drives us to explore new territories and express our beliefs with unbridled enthusiasm. This planet’s energy, especially alongside the Sun, encourages a fearless approach to challenges, urging us to chase our goals with vigour. However, Mars in Sagittarius may also lead to hasty actions or overzealousness, where the thrill of exploration and the urge to assert our truths could eclipse the need for caution and empathy.

Ceres, though a subtler influence, adds a nurturing dimension to our adventures, emphasizing the importance of care and sustenance amidst our quests. It reminds us to tend to the growth of our ideas and relationships with the same fervour we apply to their initiation, ensuring a harmonious balance between pursuit and preservation.

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Gemini Full Moon: Illuminating the Details Within the Big Picture.
The Gemini Full Moon, occurring almost at the onset of Sadge season, heralds a critical, albeit premature, moment of reflection; the culmination of our ‘fact-gathering’; a juncture for synthesising our hypotheses about the state of our current reality. Ruled by Mercury, Gemini embodies the quintessence of communication and thought. However, Mercury’s current sojourn in the late degrees of Sagittarius presents a unique challenge. Not only in a sign where our messenger god finds itself somewhat out of its element, Mercury’s role as the courier of news becomes complex, dispelling rather than delivering clear-cut facts.

Thrust also into its retrograde shadow, Mercury’s function is further impaired by a critical square with Neptune and a sesqui-quadrate with Jupiter, its dispositor. This muddies the call for the Gemini Moon’s hopes to reflect matters with any degree of clarity or purpose. The square with Neptune introduces a mist of uncertainty, blurring lines of distinction and seeding potential misinterpretations, chaos and confusion in our interactions. Like trying to traverse a landscape riddled with ambiguities, pushing us to discern truth amidst illusion, Mercury’s strained sesqui-square with dispositor Jupiter only amplifies our misproclamations and faltering hypotheses, leading to overstatements or speculations where gaps in understanding exist.

Needless to say, the principles of faith and trust are somewhat distorted at this juncture, if not defrayed completely. Caution is advised.

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Venus in Libra: also forms hard aspects with the opposing luminaries, and the goddess of peace and love is challenged by the emerging ‘facts and truths’ flying around here. Looking to love and be loved, always, there’s a sense of underappreciation here, a heightened sensitivity to criticism and a forlorn struggle for acknowledgement, potentially hampering social dynamics and stymying ambitions to get along. Her calls for a harmonious approach, emotional maturity and the importance of finding common ground in relationships, fall on deaf ears in a landscape where contributions may feel overlooked and efforts unrewarded. At best, it feels as if any efforts to make ‘nice’ are simply performative and lacking sense or authenticity.

Eris and the North Node: A Call for Revolutionary Change
As Venus approaches the South Node and opposes the Eris-North Node conjunction in Aries, a powerful dynamic emerges. This alignment signifies a climactic moment where the need for massive, far-sweeping changes, particularly in areas of justice and equality, becomes undeniable. Eris, representing the fierce feminine warrior, demands the acknowledgement of marginalised voices and the rectification of long-standing imbalances. This planetary setup reflects a collective urge to challenge the status quo, to bring about revolutionary change, and to redefine our path forward. Much has fallen away in the past few years that has made it difficult to reclaim…

Saturn in Pisces: The T-Square Bringing Discipline to Dreams
The T-square formed by Saturn in Pisces with the Gemini Moon and the Sagittarius Sun/Mars/Ceres conjunction adds profound frustration and energetic blocks, causing conceptual matters to ossify into a stalemate. Saturn, the taskmaster, in the mystical waters of Pisces, demands a grounding of our spiritual beliefs and imaginative aspirations. He sees through both the folly of inane words and soundbites and the quest for disingenuous theories and doomed hypotheses. Saturn challenges us to bring structure and discipline to our dreams and visions, his influence is a call to action, urging us to transform our ideals into tangible realities.

Global Context: Navigating a World in Disarray
In the global arena, the current astrological signature reflects a world engulfed in turmoil. The Gemini Full Moon, occurring during Sagittarius season, casts a spotlight on a planet grappling with geopolitical conflicts, economic instability, and a profound search for meaning post-Covid. The Eris-North Node conjunction in Aries implores societies to address ingrained and transgenerational issues head-on, while Saturn in Pisces suggests a path forward rooted in empathy and spiritual depth.

Yet, this celestial backdrop also portends a world deeply divided, a collective mired in uncertainty over where to place faith and upon whom. Trust issues are tearing us apart. From nations torn apart by ideological wars to individuals questioning the integrity of corporations, banks, and political entities, the world stands at an intersectional crossroads. These divisions are beyond circumstantial or geopolitical; they cut through the very fabric of personal belief, pitting principles against each other in a seemingly insurmountable standoff.

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A Call for Cohesion
As we traverse Sagittarius season under the Gemini Full Moon’s glow, we are called to a profound moment of introspection and amalgamation of seemingly disparate ends. This lunar phase incites a deep examination of how we communicate and connect in a world rife with conflict and division. What messages are we sending? How are they interpreted? The fiery spirit of Sagittarius compels us to seek greater truths and noble values, while Saturn in Pisces tempers any excesses with a sobering dose of reality, urging us to ground our spiritual and imaginative aspirations in the practical realm.

Illuminated by Gemini’s meticulous focus on presenting facts, this Full Moon melds our desires for expansion with a pursuit of understanding and empathy, for if we cannot see the truth, we may at least imagine a world without deception and distortions. The Full Moon’s interaction with cosmic forces summons us to elevate our consciousness. Here, we’re invited to confront the complexities of life, embracing them with wisdom and compassion. This period transcends mere observation, beckoning us to actively participate in forging a new narrative, one that honours both our collective humanity and our autonomous journeys into what is perhaps the most unknown tomorrow we have ever had to envisage. Amidst this era of stark division and uncertainty, the stars call us to come to this moment and begin to build a future that bridges our disparities, uniting us in our shared human odyssey."

[onawah]

“Facing a New Reality”: SAGITTARIUS SEASON UPDATE
November 30, 2023
ASTROLOGY OF NOW
https://angstoic.com/2023/11/facing-a-new-reality-sagittarius-season-update/#respond

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"Whether your body, some body, or the greater body corporate, this Full Moon literally showed us where the system is run down, feeble and defrayed, and if you haven’t got it yet, the theme this entire year has been “stop bull****ting yourself, it’s nearly over, so quit dwelling on it and move along already”.

Nobody lied to you. Truth is, you didn’t know enough to call it, but now you do, and the time has come for all things flimsy, phoney and uncertain to keel over and… well, fall away into the sea. It’s necessary, and you need to face it.

When we look at the stars between this lunation and the next, we see that we are likely to run ourselves adrift over the next week or two, and once you see a sign of things sucking you in, these will start multiplying, and though our mistakes and indiscretions can be curbed by applying a little technique; a little discipline, no amount of wishful thinking and unwarranted optimism is going to prevent inevitable disappointments if we just keep letting the self-hypnotic little lies drag us out to sea…

We lie to ourselves. Others may hand us the dodgy script, but if we keep getting swept into it, it’s us who ends up like the fool.

It’s your money, your body, your story, your life… whatever- they didn’t take it from you- part of you just keeps letting them have it, bit by bit, and though it’s pitiful, there’s no sympathy for any fools who continue to play the victim card in 2023.

Besides, it’s nearly 2024, and you better pull yourself together.

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*[the Sadge New Moon (Dec 12) will see exactly how good you are at holding your head above water…]

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[art: Marie Muravski]
It’s okay. You’re fast remembering there is more than just this limited three-dimensional space; that there are higher realms of consciousness, greater levels of intelligence, and infinitely bountiful quantum fields of experience awaiting, calling you to rise into and play.

Sure, you may feel a little boxed in, uncomfortable with the old body, wondering what happened to the old familiar world and all the ones you used to love. You might question the nature of time itself, why the clock seems to dither into a haze, and why the once-steady flow of time now feels like it’s collapsing into a single, infinite moment.

Bewilderingly, you are remembering who you are, your true purpose, understanding at last what this journey was always about. This restlessness you’re feeling is merely your transitional self, like the gooey muck inside the cocoon; you know you exist, but between worlds now, simply a Being filled with consciousness, about to emerge into a whole new conceptualisation of your former, divided, limited, compartmentalised Self.

It’s wonderful.

The air around you is positively buzzing with excitement, charged with the promise of a new beginning.

It’s wonderful.

Old boundaries are dissolving, revealing a universe of endless possibilities, each more vast and intimate than you ever imagined.

It’s wonderful, this release; this letting go…

As you shed the heaviness and darkness that once weighed you down, you feel lighter, poised to ascend into a realm of higher understanding and unity.

Release the baggage, rise out of the old constraints and into the brilliance of your new existence ♐️ "

[onawah]

The Space Between”: VENUS SOUTH NODE, ERIS NORTH NODE
December 1, 2023
ASTROLOGY OF NOW
https://angstoic.com/2023/12/the-space-between-venus-south-node-eris-north-node/

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[art: Fabian Perez]

"Venus at the South Node, a haunting residue of old ties whose codependent attachment styles and facile little arrangements led us only to limp, gormless, machine-like expressions, both in love and life. We did not live together; we merely co-existed. This wasn’t living. We had become the algorithm.

Across the universe, Eris at the North Node, ignites the skies with her emerald fire, hurling missiles of truthful disruptiveness, provoking us to look at the toxicity of ‘acting nice’ to just get along when we don’t really mean it, and to dare to break free from the schmaltz and phoney politics of our performative alliances and safe spaces, to usher in the raw, uncharted future that awaits us all.

In the space between, the battlefield of love rages. It seeks to fully enlist our hearts to battle, and we must choose to go with this if we wish to preserve our passions, our innate truth, our most primal sense of humanity.

Tragically, with Pluto involved, this will be a dance to the death; a spiralling tarantella that leads to the holocaustic annihilation of all that serves no purpose in the ultimate evolutionary process here, on middle earth."

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THE ALCHEMY OF THE T-SQUARE
December 2, 2023
ASTROLOGY OF NOW
https://angstoic.com/2023/12/the-alchemy-of-the-t-square/

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[art: Fernando Falcone]

"Then there’s Pluto, the universally corrosive stripper, tearing shreds off our ego until all that’s left is its core essence. Pluto’s interest lies solely in possessing souls; everything else is inconsequential. He likes to regenerate them through the ages to execute his trans-bidding. Weaker mortals are easily ensnared here, particularly if they succumb to his overarching designs. To this end, old dark face will employ any tactic necessary to extract your core essence from any self-serving sheath that encases it. Indeed, Pluto will charm, manipulate, blackmail, and coerce you to sign your life away, and if you resist his taunts and temptations, he’ll claim to take it eventually, one way or another.

Few have the fortitude to resist Pluto’s coercive influence while maintaining their pristine integrity and creative power.

Now, as Pluto navigates the final stages of Capricorn, a domain obsessed with social status, material wealth, and influence within hierarchical structures, the ego-excoriating process nears its culmination. His T-SQUARE to VENUS at the LIBRA SOUTH NODE and ERIS at the ARIES NORTH NODE generates a formidable tension, challenging us to negotiate extremely tenuous social dynamics without depending on vacuous superficial niceties or flagrantly reckless acts of defiance. This pressure builds to the brink of total collapse, a necessary precursor for the emergence of something new.

The impending social upheaval is palpable as this crucial leg of the human evolutionary process enters its final phase. Your stake in this race is determined by how much clout you’ve amassed by selling out your soul, for in this case — as the saying goes, 'The higher they come, the harder they fall.'

[It’s all here…..https://angstoic.com/2023/03/pluto-in-capricorn-a-retrospective/ "

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“Unmasking the Façade”: PLUTO SQUARE VENUS
December 4, 2023 ASTROLOGY OF NOW
https://angstoic.com/2023/12/unmasking-the-facade-pluto-square-venus/

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"See what happens?

See what happens when we put on a phoney act in order to ingratiate ourselves with others or to make lazy, performative gains? What a disastrous mess!

PLUTO SQUARE VENUS shows us any of that grit under our nails, his x-ray vision into our smarmy sociopolitical motives and snidely coercive efforts to become ‘influential’ smacks us with a brutal reality check. Doesn’t take much for the mask to be ripped off, revealing all the dirt we thought we’d hidden so well. And when it surfaces, it stinks up fast.

Funny how these transits have a knack for throwing us into the mud pit with those who most despise our little social games. And the irony here is that we’re inexplicably drawn to them. We attract those who are most likely to tear us to shreds. Pluto can’t stand that surface-level ****e; he rips deep into the core, unearthing our hidden agendas, our superficial motives. He’s relentless, confronting us with the ugly truth, bringing hypocrites down from their lofty perches, especially if we’ve been playing the sanctimoniously woke-minded justice card.

Of course, we all play our cards – it’s been culturally ingrained in our subconscious via all the programming – we “play nice”, hoping to charm our way through; climb the ladder of social significance, but Pluto sees through it all. He scowls at our feebly egotistical ploys to manipulate and control, showing us just how futile our tactics are against his almighty corrosive agency. Of course, the fallout is inevitable: public exposure, relationships strained to breaking point, loss of friends, complete reputational meltdowns…

The message is clear: Drop the façade. Stop playing games. Things are about to get gravely serious now. It’s time to face the undergird of our more shadowy selves and, love or hate it, become raw, unfiltered, and undeniably real.

This transit is particularly harsh on our hypocrisy, especially if we’ve been trying hard to maintain a favourable but unsustainable social image. And when we come across someone who sees through our façade, someone who might feel angered or exploited by our pretences, we face a tough reality check. Our attempts to shut them out or seek revenge might only leave us feeling hollow deep inside. Pluto teaches us that engaging in base-level conflicts or ruthless and mean power struggles ultimately results in catastrophic disrepair, not to mention a rotten feeling deep within that’s hard to shake because we leave no room for closure.

Yet, there’s a healing aspect to this transit. Forgiveness and a willingness to come to the table and compromise, honestly, and humility of character can bring cathartic relief. This is a time to ferret out the dark secrets, not just within ourselves, but in those around us who are troubled. Helping others, aiding them in their journey of self-discovery and healing, aligns with the transformative power of Pluto. This transit challenges us to contribute towards the epochal societal evolution to uphold human dignity.

So, if you find yourself unable to tolerate shallow interactions or those who show no interest in addressing human suffering, this Pluto square Venus transit might be prompting you to get off the fence and do something. The universally applied call to deepen our relationships, be more authentic and true, engage in efforts that truly make a difference is reaching a critical mass. It might be rough, but it’s all about finding balance between personal advancement and recognition of personal influence, and forming genuine, heartfelt connections between power and genuine compassion.

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This collectively tense period is coming to an end, and it’s almost certain that the circumstances since it all began in mid-July[see graphic] have created opportunities for incredibly seismic shifts."

[onawah]

Indomitable Spirit of the Agitator
MERCURY/ERIS CONJUNCTION at 24º ARIES
March 26, 2024 ASTROLOGY OF NOW
https://angstoic.com/2024/03/mercury-eris-conjunction-at-24o-aries/

(The world certainly could use more truth-speaking agitators right about now...the signs seem hopeful the time is right.)

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"The MERCURY/ERIS conjunction at 24º Aries symbolises the indomitable spirit of the agitator, a pioneering figure whose voice, once suppressed, resurfaces with an interminable fervour. It brings to mind legends of historical dissenters, vociferous figures who upended the status quo with their minds, embodying the quintessential rabble-rouser—those who dared to confront and provoke the established order of their time and spouted the most seeringly inconvenient truths.

This conjunction in Aries, a sign known for its audacious spirit and unflinching courage, suggests the inception of intellectual provocation and the incitement of discord in pursuit of a greater truth or ideal. Mercury, the planet of communication, combined with Eris, the goddess of strife and resentment, in this fiery sign could indicate a period where words become the catalyst for significant change, challenging us to think differently or confront uncomfortable facts.

Due to Mercury’s retrograde on April 1st, this will play out as a triple conjunction, which, along the North Node and involving Chiron, becomes a dominant theme throughout April/May.

There are several significant turning points in the weeks ahead, considering all other critical transits, reinforcing the epochal Total Solar eclipse in Aries.

Drawing a parallel with apocryphal tales of other outspoken activists throughout our times, many of them undocumented, we’re reminded of the power of individuals who, through their outspoken words and audacious actions, have acted to instigate monumental shifts in society. Such figures, often controversial in their times, may be vindicated by history as visionaries or revolutionaries.

Take this astrological moment to reflect on the role of the provocateur in our lives and in society at large. Are there voices we’re dismissing, trying to outright quash, banish, or even condemn because they challenge our comfort zones in trying to tell us something? Could these voices, however disagreeable, be the harbingers of change we desperately need?

It’s perhaps a good time to acknowledge the potential for change that comes from questioning and shaking up the established order. Let’s consider the role played by those radical disruptors, whose records, though shrouded in myth and legend, remind us of the revolutionary power of speaking truth to power, no matter the cost.

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It’s all happening here, with Mercury (back and forth) tightly binding the North Node activities, really pushing the message forward, rousing spirits and voices who, though many would call a nuisance, have a way of getting under the skin enough to wage the necessary battles…"

[onawah]

VENUS/NEPTUNE CONJUNCTION in PISCES
April 3, 2024 ASTROLOGY OF NOW
https://angstoic.com/2024/04/venus-neptune-conjunction-in-pisces/

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"We’re in for a trove of planetary conjunctions this month, and the VENUS/NEPTUNE (next 12 hours) dreams a little dream of ideal love, where fantasies can cloud judgment, leading to some way out fanciful notions and utterly naive choices. Careful what you wish for, specially round these eclipses, for life—unforgiving as it is—ain’t gonna coddle any poor deluded fool’s misplaced optimism.

On the flipside, this transit also holds the power to melt the hardened hearts of even the most stoic of cynics converting them into maybe believers. With enough faith and forgiveness Neptune can, after all, make the ultimate fantasy come to life. Falling in love under this aspect can feel especially fated and magical, overlooking all faults and turning even the most jaded individuals into ardent disciples of love’s transcendent splendour.

Take it easy bae. Take it as it comes…"

[onawah]

“Questioning Everything”: The NEW MOON at 16°18′ Gemini, Thursday, June 6, 2024, 12:39 UTC
June 6, 2024
ASTROLOGY OF NOW
https://angstoic.com/2024/06/questioning-everything-the-new-moon-at-1618-gemini-thursday-june-6-2024-1239-utc/

"The Gemini New Moon this month resets at 16°♊18′, hot on the heels of Jupiter’s ingress into this breezy sign. This lunation, supplemented by a flurry of Gemini transits including its conjunction with Venus and a conjunction between Mercury and Jupiter, infuses a distinctive air sign coolness that’s neither guileful and scheming to restore balance like cardinal Libra nor impossibly detached like fixed Aquarius. Instead, Gemini’s mutable quality helps us rapidly assimilate cues from our environment to make quick, astute observations. Such versatility is crucial as we adapt our thoughts rapidly to align our intentions with the dynamic currents at play. Being tuned in is most important under these stars, however, it is the challenging square from Saturn in Pisces that may impose dour limitations, testing the resilience of our most eloquent intentions by injecting a dose of stark existential realism.

When the New Moon graces Gemini, it’s a time rife with dynamic mental energy and intellectual stimulation that, depending on your own sign, could work in your favour or fry your cognitive circuitry. Gemini’s governing of all communication processes prompts us to improve our diagnostic and dialogic skills and adopt diverse perspectives, ensuring we articulate our thoughts with clarity and confidence.

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Under this lunation, invigorated greatly by the preponderance of mental activity in Gemini—Mercury conjunct Jupiter and Venus in the heart of this Sun/Moon confluence—the impetus to acquire knowledge by engaging with sources of information, media, or refining our social interactions is one thing. However, with such a concentration of intellectual energy, blocked or hindered by Saturn, there’s a risk of mental overdrive which can spiral into anxiety. There’s no point in holding knowledge or having ideas we do not know what to do with or are unable to relate to. It’s crucial, therefore, that we not only pursue these stimulating exchanges and ideas diligently, test their veracity and relevance, but also seek to form thought patterns that help maintains our tranquillity, especially during times of great societal decline. The challenge is to effectively communicate our most profound thoughts and ideas without succumbing to the mental exhaustion or despair that this overstimulation, particularly of negative data, can bring.

Saturn in Pisces: A Heavy Influence
Saturn, now midway through its transit in Pisces, embodies the heavier side of this configuration. Its square to the lively Gemini complex represents a clash between the fluid mobility of air and the unfathomable depth of water, potentially dampening the spirited Gemini energy with feelings of disconnect or melancholia. This Saturnian influence stresses the importance of setting personal boundaries to avoid being overwhelmed by external sorrows and worry, instead focusing on contributing positively to the collective. There may be a need to switch off or retract from the deluge of data streaming into our mindscapes. By recognising our limits, we can more effectively channel the mutable energy of Gemini, integrating flexibility with a mindful awareness of our emotional and spiritual confines.

Saturn in Pisces is particularly significant during these years (2023-26) as it draws deeply from the collective unconscious, often highlighting society’s shared fears and vulnerabilities. Pisces, the erosive final stage of the zodiac, a sign of emotional depth and spiritual sensitivity, combined with Saturn’s influence, brings a heightened awareness of the world’s suffering and hopelessness. The palpability Saturn brings to this transit can lead to a form of existential detachment or nihilistic resignation, where individuals feel profoundly disillusioned with societal norms and structures. Indeed, the weight of collective sorrow can be overwhelming, forcing a withdrawal from external realities into a more introspective, spiritual space. The key challenge here is to develop inner boundaries, distinguishing personal pain from the collective’s; by knowing when to unplug, we can prevent a complete emotional overload.

This aspect of Saturn in Pisces is further complicated by a tendency towards self-proclaimed martyrdom—where we might feel burdened by the world’s problems yet falter in addressing our own. Often, there seems to be some cause or individual in distress, beckoning our sympathy. The remedy involves cultivating a robust sense of self-definition, discerning whether external issues truly merit our emotional investment, and acknowledging that while we are part of a larger whole, our individual concerns and boundaries are equally vital. By setting these boundaries and focusing on the problems genuinely ours to solve, we can harness Gemini’s mutable energy more effectively. This disciplined adaptability ensures we support our own emotional well-being without becoming overwhelmed by external woes.

Jupiter’s Influence and the Impending Clash with Saturn
Jupiter’s recent entry into Gemini for a year-long stay forecasts a societal pivot towards valuing vast, albeit surface-level, information. While this transit boosts intellectual curiosity and communication, it also risks promoting intellectual elitism and the spread of misinformation, as people strive to appear more knowledgeable than they truly are. In Gemini, a sign known for its precise and analytical nature, Jupiter’s tendency to generalize can lead us to spread ourselves too thinly across a wide array of interests, at the expense of depth and genuine understanding. This could dilute the quality of discourse and diminish our ability to grasp deeper meanings.

If we’re going to utilise this energy effectively, it’s crucial to blend theoretical knowledge with practical application, aiming for a more integrated understanding of information. The conjunction of Jupiter with Mercury, the ruler of this lunation, underscores this focus on overintellectualising principles or laws, emphasising just how cerebral our approach is to handling the spirit of what’s really going on during this period. Pay close attention to the use of words and catchphrases during this time—they often seem designed to make a point, yet upon closer examination, their true depth and resonant heart-meaning may elude us. This is a time that calls for a more discerning engagement with information to ensure we’re not merely skimming the surface, or employing mind-trickery and catchy soundbites to justify our misguided actions.

The square from Saturn to the New Moon foreshadows the greater themes of the year ahead. As Jupiter and Saturn prepare to form a square in August and December 2024 (and again in 2025 in cardinal signs), we can anticipate a significant ideological clash. This tension manifests as a tug-of-war between growth and regulation, with Jupiter in Gemini advocating for a media-spun, all-inclusive, short-answer narrative, while Saturn in Pisces pushes for deeper soul introspection and emotional depth. This dynamic challenges us to balance our thirst for knowledge and hunger for answers to existential problems with the need for emotional authenticity, potentially leading to a critical examination of what truly informs our beliefs and decisions.

The upcoming squares between Jupiter and Saturn will likely amplify the tension between seeking comprehensive, yet often superficial, answers and the need for deeper, more meaningful insights. This clash could be the trigger behind seismic societal shifts, where the drive for rapid technological and informational growth conflicts with the necessity for emotional and spiritual grounding. As these two titans collide, many might find themselves dipping into despair and nihilistic anguish, feeling overwhelmed by the superficiality of quick-fix solutions and the absence of genuine emotional connection. This period forces us to reevaluate our priorities, ensuring that our intellectual pursuits are imbued with emotional and spiritual substance, ultimately fostering a more holistic approach to life.

End of Empires: Navigating Societal Decay
In the background, we see the changing of the guard among greater cosmic forces. Uranus, Neptune, and Pluto, the extraterrestrials, are nearing the end of their respective runs in their current tropical signs. Particularly, Pluto is concluding its 16-year journey in Capricorn, its recent return to the radix position of the USA chart marking the end of an era. Those alive today are witnessing the final throes of a massive paradigm shift—an empire in the late stages of collapse. Look around—this is how it all ends. Decay has infiltrated every institution, seeping into every crevice of our existence. Hopelessly longing for a return to former glory or praying for a miraculous saviour is futile; corruption is now rampant and blatant. As societies rise, flourish, and eventually peak, the foundations of their structures deteriorate, leading to inevitable collapse. Expecting a revival is naive. Instead, we must learn to befriend the darkness, make peace with the impending change, and strive to find the light within the chaos.

In a world where corruption is the norm, survival means attuning ourselves to Pluto’s sinister undercurrents. Seeing in the dark becomes essential—we have all the power tools to help us understand the motives of those who thrive in shadows. Networking with others is important, but we must be cautious. There are so many zombies around us, still buzzing away to the tune of the old Methuselah. Power, real power, lies in being able to navigate the insidious devices of deception, manipulation, and coercive influence. It behooves us to identify those who wield it, and if necessary, adopt and adapt their methods to hasten the collapse of the old order.

The rise of populist figures, with their desperate calls to “make things great again,” is no accident but a symptom of a decaying system. The core agenda of this system is long-rotten, clinging to hope through wishful thinking and impractical solutions. These emerging radicals now pose a serious threat to the established power structures, once upheld by old political parties that were seen as champions of democracy and potential saviours of humanity. It is a struggle between the conservation and destruction of these systems, and the outcome remains uncertain. Both sides are now complicit in a quest for absolute power, serving corporate interests while ignoring the suffering of the masses through kleptocracy and warmongering. They would rather watch the system implode than relinquish their privilege. These pernicious power mongers, deeply entrenched in the machinery of an archaic system, exploit AI technology and groupthink to accelerate our descent into corporate technocratic totalitarianism, all while showing utter disdain for democratic norms.

Retrograde Pluto’s sesquisquare to the Gemini lunation is telling here: The press, once a check on power, now serves as a mouthpiece for the affluent elite. The more manipulation of democratic systems against the people, the closer financial collapse looms, bringing social unrest in its wake. leading into the second half of this year, as sociopolitical and economic institutions crumble, building parallel structures becomes imperative to protect and empower communities. As we trudge heavily through these turbulent times, remember that the cosmos is here to offer guidance. Despite harsh, exhausting limitations, the looming Gemini New Moon presents an opportunity to recognise the signs of impending collapse and prepare accordingly. It’s a bleak reality, but one we must confront head-on for the sake of renewal and a return to self-empowerment. Let go of attachments, forge new connections, and assume a shift in gears to chart a new path forward.

Individual Mindset Impact: Existential Detachment and Nihilistic Resignation
Gemini affects the mind and our overall mindset. In the face of societal decay and corruption, some individuals are inclined to overthink things, or get stuck in negative thought patterns and depressing loops. We might witness many people strangely reaching a state of existential detachment or nihilistic resignation. This psychological phase arises from a profound disillusionment with societal norms and structures, feeling left out, angry and bereft about feeling powerless. As Mars activates the looming Chiron/Eris conjunction, this triggers a disengagement from traditional motivational drives such as fear of consequences or desire for approval.

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At its core, existential detachment stems from a deep-seated recognition of the perceived absurdity inherent in societal games and constructs. It may feel like entering or continuing the Monopoly® game after one player has succeeded in acquiring all the properties on the gameboard. Individuals in this state refuse to participate further in what they perceive as a meaningless charade. They see through the facades of power and authority, recognising them as arbitrary and devoid of inherent meaning.

This disillusionment can lead to a sense of detachment from personal goals, societal expectations, and even interpersonal relationships. The individual may question the validity of societal norms and values, viewing them as arbitrary constructs imposed by those in power. Despite encouragement from the winning party to “keep playing—it’s fun!”, this questioning often leads to a profound sense of alienation from the game, or mainstream society.

In this state of mind, individuals may adopt a more philosophical perspective, embracing existentialist ideas that emphasise personal freedom and responsibility in the face of an indifferent universe. They may find solace in the recognition that meaning is subjective and that they have the power to create their own sense of purpose.

However, existential detachment can also lead to feelings of isolation, despair, and apathy. Without a sense of connection to others or a shared purpose, individuals may struggle to find meaning in their lives. They may become resigned to the belief that their actions are ultimately futile in the face of larger societal forces. This sentiment accrues into a critical mass, creating intense societal disruptions. The first of these catabolic eruptions will be evidently widespread around the lunations of August 2024 (more on these later).

For now, we must learn to tread lightly. Observe carefully how your interactions, both in dialogue and thought, are reshaping. Despite its challenges, existential detachment can also be a catalyst for personal growth and recalibration of how we think. By questioning the status quo and rejecting societal norms that clearly no longer serve us, we are able to untether ourselves from mind restrictions and embark on a journey of self-discovery and authenticity. The more we let go of these false fears, the more we find liberation in embracing our true selves and living in alignment with our values, rather than conforming to external expectations, playing along in a game that has not only lost our interest, but promises no future joy.

It’s tough to wrap our head around, but ultimately, this sense of existential detachment is a complex and nuanced state of mind that reflects our individual struggle to find meaning and purpose in a world that often seems chaotic and absurd. From the individual awakening under this lunation into the collective of August and beyond, his nihilistic resignation is both a coping mechanism for navigating societal decay and a philosophical exploration of the nature of existence itself.

Certain Change and Adapting to What’s Coming
This Gemini New Moon invites us to set intentions that accommodate Gemini’s mutable dexterity among the deeper currents influenced by Saturn and Pluto. By balancing our intellectual pursuits with emotional depth and practical application, we can navigate this lunation effectively, using the power of communication to transform and enlighten rather than merely fill our heads with vapid, meaningless information.

In these turbulent times, the Gemini New Moon offers a beacon of hope. It invites us to see beyond the façades of spin and promises, the sponsored content, and the undeniable smokescreens cast by power-hungry opportunists. This is a moment to release outdated attachments, forge new connections, and embrace the necessary changes to forge a brighter future. "

[onawah]

“Shelter from the Storm: A Full Reality Check”: The FULL MOON at 01°07′ Capricorn
Saturday, June 22, 2024, 01:07 UTC
June 21, 2024
ASTROLOGY OF NOW
https://angstoic.com/2024/06/shelter-from-the-storm-a-full-reality-check-the-full-moon-at-0107-capricorn-saturday-june-22-2024-0107-utc/
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(I've been feeling the way this update describes, but for a very long time now :clock: Maybe it's just all coming to a head at last...)

Greetings Fellow Travellers,

It’s Solstice time, and with the Sun entering Cancer, it’s the season to hunker down. All around the world, you can practically hear the collective sigh of relief as everyone retreats into their shells, seeking refuge from the chaos. It is a strange time—Neptune’s station at the final degrees of Pisces means a series of squares from Venus, Mercury, and now the Sun, creating a period where dissonance and incredulity are at an all-time high. Sensitivity to unbearable realities is acute, manifesting in convoluted forms of distraction and evasiveness.

But it’s not you. It’s they who do not understand.
Who are they?

Whoever they may be, you wish they’d understand, but what we’ve learnt over the past few weeks is that everyone’s logic is a little twisted right now, and with Mercury, Venus, and now Sun locked in a tight Cancerian grip until July, it’s probably best that we retreat back into our respective crabholes, turn our homes into a cosy little nest, stockpile our comfort foods, and wrap ourselves tightly in metaphorical and literal security blanket.

And we’ll have none of those surprise visits, either. Heck, we’re terrified at the mere thought of neighbours stepping over our borders. No matter how hospitable we may claim to be to those we know well, the Cancerian in each of us isn’t above pointing a shotgun at any varmint who dares to trespass on our property.

SECURITY IS THE NAME OF THE GAME
Let’s face it: with the world in turmoil, it’s no wonder the Cancer season’s craving for comfort and security feels more urgent than ever. With the world in the epic throes of two brutal and bitter conflicts—Russia chomping away at Ukraine like a relentless meatgrinder and Israel lockjawing Palestine in a vicious cycle of violence for nine agonising months—everyone’s nerves are frayed. Considering we are only at stage one of the cruel Saturn/Pluto semisquare period, the next nine months are set to put us all through the grinder, with rising food, housing and fuel prices high on everyone’s mind, especially now, as Mercury sextiles Mars in Taurus.

In this clammy climate, Cancer’s natural inclination to turn inward, fortify your home, and seek comfort in the familiar feels not just right, but necessary. Your home is your castle; it becomes a sanctuary, a place to pull up the drawbridge and shut out the world’s madness and surround yourself with things that make you feel safe. Herbal teas, fluffy blankets, family photos, and a pantry stocked to the brim. Maybe some extra aligators in the moat too, because at this point, some sage and a few “shoo away bad energy” mantras might not cut it. It’s about creating a haven of stability amidst the storm, where the outside world’s anxieties are kept at bay.

Cancer season is about more than just retreating—it’s about nurturing and protecting what matters most. It’s when you feel an intense urge to connect deeply with loved ones, even if that means dragging them into your cosy bunker of sanity. This season, you’ll find yourself baking bread from scratch, not because you fancy yourself a chef, but because kneading dough is like therapy. Perhaps you feel strongly about calling on old friends, just to check in, but really to remind yourself you’re not alone.

Creativity flourishes in this most personal of all cosmic backdrops. Maybe it’s crafting something kitsch; maybe it’s redecorating; maybe it’s finally starting that novel or scripting those memoirs you’ve been thinking about. The watery Cancer season encourages us to channel our emotions into something tangible, something that gives us a private sense of accomplishment and purpose.

Of course, there’s the flip side, too: the tendency to shut ourselves off, to clam up and sulk our little hearts out. With Saturn in Pisces, this period can magnify our worries and fears and turn minor setbacks into industrial-grade depressions. Saturn stations to retrograde at the end of this month, so keep a grip on reality and don’t let your personal indulgences and maudlin little habits turn into an emotional prison.

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COLLECTIVE INSECURITY
At Solstice, we see the collective energy shift towards a desperate need for national security, stronger national identity, and fortified community defences. Yet, under Saturn in Pisces, this pursuit feels volatile and confusing, as leaders seem weak, feeble, and impotent. They may as well be absent, as the collective might be better off without their so-called guidance. There’s an unsettling sense that much is hidden beneath the surface. Skullduggery and backdoor shenanigans are rampant.

The growing tensions between the US and China, and the US and Iran, have created a global landscape more combustible than a ticking time bomb. Europe is swinging hard to the right, with xenophobia and bigotry making a nasty comeback. With Mars approaching its conjunction to Uranus (mid-July) in the conservative, hardline fundamentalist Taurus, fuelling the insurgent rise to the right with a fiery, rebellious energy. As we can see, France is on the verge of a political showdown, with the far-right National Rally ready to pounce on the prevailing left. The elections, set for when Saturn stations at 19º Pisces on June 29, will be a litmus test for the tumultuous times ahead, especially given that the USA elections are only 4-5 months away.

In any case, one must know that things are not about to stabilise any time soon. A fall of empires is nigh, and the bell tolls for the safe, secure illusions of the old world. Something brave, and undeniably different is in the pipes.

The smell of war is thick in the air, adding to the sense of impending civilisational doom. Some European countries, including France and Germany, sensing the brewing conflict, are actively debating the return of conscription, drafting their citizens in preparation for what feels like an inevitable clash, both internally and with neighbouring tribes. The drums of war beat louder, echoing through the corridors of power, stirring a primal fear that permeates the very fabric of society.

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THE COSMIC MAELSTROM
The Sun’s near conjunction with Venus and its midpoint with Mercury in Cancer sets the stage for a period of emotional volatility and desperate need for security. The Full Moon at 1º07′ Capricorn creates a dissociate T-Square with Neptune at 29º Pisces. Tensions are high, but their source is mysterious and hard to pinpoint. It’s like trying to navigate through a dense fog with a busted compass. Neptune’s illusory effects mean perceptions are warped. Since 2011, when Neptune first entered Pisces, our sensory experiences have become mired in the surreal—a sense of boundless ‘oneness’, particularly expedited by our foray into the world of social media, means that we have relied more on our collective feelings rather than hard facts to form the basis of our reality. Reality and fantasy blur into one confusing mess, and you’re left wondering if you’re losing your grip or if the world has gone mad.

Pluto retrograding in the first degree of Aquarius, forming a semisextile to the Full Moon and a quincunx to the Sun, means much is not sitting well with the tech powers of surveillance and control. The hidden forces of gaslighting and manipulation are at full throttle. Social media, once a beacon of connectivity, has turned into a labyrinth of deception and propaganda. The media, political spin doctors, and social media algorithms work tirelessly to shape our perceptions, making it increasingly difficult to discern truth from illusion. They thrive on this fog, feeding us narratives that serve their agendas while obscuring the actual state of affairs. It’s a deliberate effort to keep us disoriented, compliant, and dependent on the very sources that perpetuate this chaos.

This Full Moon highlights the stark contrast between Cancer’s need for emotional safety and Capricorn’s demand for hard-nosed reality. It’s a cosmic tug-of-war, pulling you between the urge to hide under your blanket and the necessity to face the cold, hard truths. While Cancer seeks to retreat into the comforting embrace of familiar surroundings, Capricorn insists on confronting the unvarnished reality. This tension can leave you feeling torn between the desire to protect yourself and the need to pierce through the fog of deception.

You might find yourself questioning long-held beliefs, recognising that what you’ve been told doesn’t quite add up. It’s a time to sharpen your critical thinking, to seek out reliable information, and to trust your instincts when something feels off. The Neptunian influence wants you to succumb to the siren call of escapism, but the Capricorn Full Moon demands that you stay grounded and vigilant.

This is where your Cancerian instincts can actually serve you well. Use your heightened intuition to sense the underlying currents of truth amidst the sea of misinformation. Create a safe space where you can process these revelations without succumbing to fear or confusion. Surround yourself with trusted allies and sources that prioritise integrity over sensationalism.

SUN/VENUS/MERCURY CONJUNCTION: A TRIUMVIRATE OF HOPE
It’s not all bad. The Sun/Venus/Mercury conjunction in Cancer offers a lifeline amidst this chaos. Heightened self-consciousness, feelings of apartness, and even moments of insecurity can become catalysts for profound personal growth. These very struggles can drive you to seek solace in language, literature, and the deeper realms of the mind. They push you towards laughter and the mad intensities that shape and reshape your very essence. Without these challenges, you might never dive into the depths of introspection and creativity that ultimately make and unmake you.

The conjunction’s influence encourages you to turn inward, not out of fear, but as a means of discovering your true self. It’s a period where your vulnerabilities become your strengths, where your emotional highs and lows guide you to a richer understanding of who you are. In this light, the feelings of helplessness and insecurity are not mere obstacles; they are gateways to greater self-awareness and resilience."

[onawah]

“A Dark Turn of Affairs”: VENUS-PLUTO OPPOSITION
July 13, 2024
ASTROLOGY OF NOW
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"Every once in a while, intensely strong feelings of love and hate get the better of us, making us lose control of where we invest our affection and where we withhold it. Venus has just blazed into Leo, indicating how our prevailing needs for love and a sense of specialness are now imbued with a flamboyant, dramatic flair. For the next three weeks, the craving for admiration and acknowledgment will be rife, often through grandiose yet warm-hearted gestures. Social gatherings and parties become centre stage, where Venus in Leo showcases where loyalty shines and betrayal cuts deep.

This extends beyond interpersonal relationships; it’s a reflection of the current socio-political climate as well. Leo prefers to be the kingpin, and even Venus nobs her chest out and forehead back, expecting to be crowned and worshipped.

Meanwhile, Pluto, currently retrograding out of Aquarius, has spent the last six months in a subtle, sly campaign to dismantle these outdated syndicates, cliques, societal systems and party norms. Pluto will have his way, possessing us all with the hidden desire to rattle centralised authority and amass the collective passions of the hive mind toward a group-minded responsibility and a demand for more ethical, egalitarian leadership. This spells trouble for the typically self-aggrandising Leo types.

Over the next twenty years, social conventions will be thoroughly and completely upended in favour of something completely innovative and fresh. Widespread striving for individualism and the gradual breakdown of rigid class and group distinctions mean that elite systems will be utterly disintegrated. This period will progressively corrode all manner of convention, forcing us to confront and adopt more unorthodox bonds and ties, avant-garde and utopian ideas, and radically eccentric people.

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This transit takes us into the freak zone, where some will feel confronted by the proliferation of rainbow freak flags, while others will be completely hypnotised, inducted into the raging cult of performative alliances. Whether by hook or by crook, our perspectives on equality, diversity, and inclusivity will broaden. Now, at this moment, as Venus opposes retrograde Pluto, a powerful and dark magnetic pull charges the atmosphere. This VENUS-PLUTO opposition is a turning point, exposing the deep fractures in our sociopolitical relationships. It lays bare the phoney bravado and self-aggrandising behaviour of those clawing to be noticed and clamouring for central positions.

Venus’s unabashed entitlement against Pluto’s campaign to transform groupthink ideology produces a bold, seemingly reckless drive to manipulate the individual to pick the winning side. In the political arena, dramatic, passionate debates will ensue as leaders and groups vie for recognition and power. Superficial charm and insincerity will be exposed, both in personal connections and among public figures. This period disrupts materialistic and power-hungry pursuits, challenging societal values and pushing for more profound and meaningful change.

The opposition brings emotional turbulence, turning relationships and political alliances into bitter power struggles. The destructive aspects of control and dominance will play out in real-time, both personally and globally. Losses and upheavals—emotional, material, and political—will force a brutal reevaluation of our values and priorities. With the approaching MARS-URANUS conjunction, we can expect sudden shifts that can leave irreparable ruptures. The fallout from these power struggles will be significant, leaving lasting scars and reshaping the landscape of personal and political relationships.

Ultimately, this opposition marks a turning point in our affairs—a crucible, burning away the dross to expose a more authentic, if painful, reality. It challenges us to see beyond the superficial, to confront the dark underbelly of our desires and ambitions, and to emerge transformed, with a deeper understanding of power, love, and societal values."

[onawah]

"A Matter of Pride": The NEW MOON at 12°34' Leo, Sunday, August 4, 2024, 11:13 UTC
Ang Stoic
Aug 03, 2024
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"Greeting Fellow Travellers,

It’s Leo season again, a time when our intrinsic need to shine and command attention comes to the forefront. Since the Sun dignifies Leo, it is the brightest month to explore the profound connection between self-respect and the respect we seek from others. Observe how those around you reflect your innate desire to be noticed and appreciated. Notice what you’re putting out there and how your instincts pick up on how it’s being received, if at all. Be mindful of how you interpret and respond to others’ feedback.

However, Leo also brings forth the darker aspects of our nature—pride, vanity, and the compulsion to dominate. We must balance radiant self-expression with a keen awareness of our ego’s vulnerabilities. This period illuminates our duality—the capacity to bring warmth and light while recognising the shadows we cast. Leo season challenges us to wield our regal presence and creative power responsibly, ensuring our quest for validation does not blind us to our own and others' needs. Ultimately, it calls us to embody true integrity, where our brilliance not only illuminates our path but also guides others towards collective growth and honour.

As always, the influence of Leo season is nuanced by other cosmic dynamics. We will delve into these further, especially noting the moon’s synodic reset in the mid-degrees of this glorious fixed-fire sign occurring in just a few hours.

THE LEO NEW MOON
Around the New Moon, the moon is in its darkest phase, plunging us into the depths of our psychological landscape and unearthing the core of our self-worth and identity. As this phase magnifies our intrinsic desire to be cherished and validated, it also brings to light the unsatiated deep-seated needs of the inner child and childhood imprints that drive our behaviour to feel seen. What deep-seated fears or insecurities to feel special might surface during this time? How can we use our unmet childhood needs to lift our understanding of self-worth?

At the most personal level, what becomes most pronounced in our lives is the psychological legacy of our parental relationships. We may reflect on where we have been either excessively praised and adored, leading to an insatiable craving for attention, or neglected and deprived, resulting in a desperate quest for recognition. Are we truly cognizant of how these early experiences shape our current need for approval and our desire to be great?

At this juncture, we are confronted by a primordial urge to delve deep into the shadow aspects of our ego. The Leo Moon's energy can manifest as a compulsive need for the spotlight, where the quest for admiration becomes a facade for deeper insecurities. Are we willing to face these insecurities head-on? This behaviour often masks a fragile self-esteem, rooted in unmet childhood needs.

The psychological work during this New Moon involves radical introspection and integration of these fragmented parts of our psyche. Can we reconcile with our inner child, retrieve the missing pieces of our youth, whose longing for unconditional love and acceptance remains unmet? We might journey down memory lane, picking up clues on how to better provide our present selves with the validation and affection we seek from others, fostering a resilient and authentic sense of self.

Creativity is the key here. Leo, like the Sun, creates its own material. Leading up to the lunation, we must accept that we need to let go of parts of ourselves that seem cringeworthy, outdated or inauthentic. Some honest self-reflection and humility are necessary if we are to shed the layers of our pride that no longer serve our true essence. We need to come up with brand-new material, produce something that steps us onto a more genuine and creative expression of who we are. What aspects of your identity are holding you back? Which old patterns or beliefs are stifling your inner light? This phase calls for a fearless release, a purging of superficial acts, and a renewal of our core creative spirit.

It is only by understanding and integrating these early influences—the unconscious patterns of the needy inner child screaming for attention—that we can transcend the compulsions of our ego. Hence, this lunation is an opportunity to remodel our external performance (our dance) for validation into a profound internal affirmation. Are we ready to embrace the entirety of our being, balancing our vibrant need for expression with a grounded sense of self-worth that does not hinge on external applause? This New Moon in Leo thus becomes a portal for deep psychological transformation, leading us towards a more integrated and self-sustaining identity.

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As powerful as this urge may be, however, it is subject to the slings and arrows of outrageous fortunes, and these are indicated against the context of the prevailing placements of the planets:

THE CANOPY OF STARS AND OTHER PLANETARY PLACEMENTS
Every lunation is subject to the complex web of energetic impulses it sends and receives, intricately woven through the planetary alignment against the backdrop of the constellations. While Leo reigns as the king of the zodiac, it acknowledges the diverse influences of all the other celestial entities. Each planetary placement contributes its unique flavour to the cosmic weave, influencing and being influenced in return. This interconnectedness creates a dynamic interplay of energies, where Leo's iridescent regal light must pay homage to the myriad impulses of its celestial counterparts. Let us delve into these planetary alignments and explore how their interactions shape and nuance the majestic Leo season:

Venus in Leo and the Yods of Cosmic Recalibration
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Venus at 29º13' Leo sits at the apex of a powerful yod, formed by a quincunx from Pluto retrograde at 0º35' Aquarius and another quincunx from Neptune at 29º38' Pisces. These critical degrees indicate profound stress, demanding a recalibration of our cultural values—a pressure both uncomfortable and necessary for our evolution. This configuration has already been influenced by Mercury, who will turn retrograde at 4º06' Virgo within 24 hours of the lunation (August 5), revisiting this apex on August 15. With the influence of Regulus, the kingmaker star, these weeks signal the throning, dethroning, and possible rethroning of significant figures in our lives.

Venus, at this apex, is crucial in our quest for peace and love. Her regal position demands a balance between self-love and the respect we seek from others. The quincunx to Pluto introduces themes of intersectional power struggles and deep social transformation, urging us to confront hidden motivations and our most selfish and sinister desires for individual control. As we are seeing, Pluto in Aquarius means that power is dispersed evenly among all, leading to its gross debilitation. Aquarius’ fixed air filter concentrates on equality, diversity and dispersion of power, diluting Pluto's intensely coercive energies. Its retrograde motion signifies a period of heavy introspection, pushing us all to fundamentally dial back our approach to how we choose to engage one another on common grounds.

Neptune’s involvement, itself stationed in retrograde at the critical anaretic degree of Pisces, mixes in another profound layer of wide-reaching psycho-spiritual complexity. Neptune's ethereal, dissolving influence compels us to release old ego boundaries and relinquish phoney or glamourised displays of grandiosity. This is the “Say Goodbye to Hollywood” degree. The precise sesquisquare to the Leo lunation serves to humble our Leonine pride, intensifying our awareness of how exhausted the bombast and fanfare have become, turning our attention to the need for genuine spiritual and emotional authenticity. This potent aspect dissolves illusions, urging a deep reassessment of our values and reminding us that true nobility stems from within, rather than from the incessant peacocking and fleeting allure of external validation.

Mars/Jupiter Conjunction and the Saturn Square
Building onto the horrid complexity of this lunation (and the ensuing Full Moon) is the approaching Mars-Jupiter conjunction at 16º41' Gemini, becoming exact on August 14. This aspect amplifies our fervent drive (Mars) to speak up and assert our beliefs (Jupiter). However, Jupiter is in detriment in Gemini, where its expansive, philosophical nature is diluted into superficial soundbites and inconsistent, often incomprehensible stories. Gemini’s mutable air energy contrasts sharply with Jupiter’s need for depth and coherence, leading to potential scattering of focus and dilution of Jupiter’s benevolent qualities into trivial pursuits and nonsensical narratives.

While Gemini’s adaptability aids Mars’ drive and initiative, it can also scatter Mars’ focus, reducing its effectiveness in sustained efforts. This combination results in a vibrant, somewhat aggressive enthusiasm to state our case in principle, yet lacks the depth and consistency needed for meaningful impact.

Complicating this further is the tight square between Mars/Jupiter vs Saturn in Pisces, becoming exact on August 17. Saturn’s structured, disciplined nature struggles profoundly in Pisces’ mutable, nebulous waters, where its need for control and stability is continuously undermined and enfeebled. This problematic placement highlights Saturn’s vulnerability, as Pisces' fluidity and lack of boundaries dissolve its authority. The square intensifies the tension, with Gemini’s scattered, superficial context clashing against Saturn’s unyielding but invisible demand for structure and focus. This configuration signals a perilous societal struggle, where our passionate crusade to assert our beliefs encounters significant obstacles. Getting through even this first of three squares will be a real test upon our personal and collective state of mental health.

Mounting Conflicts and the Ferocious Battle for Integrity
The current cosmic landscape highlights the mounting conflicts we face on multiple fronts—personally, domestically, and globally. The stars reflect the intense pressure we feel to defend our personal integrity and assert our beliefs. In every arena, our home life and marriages to the broader sociopolitical stage, the world appears more divided now than ever. From the tension in global affairs, the hostilities brewing in foreign relations, domestic political strife, or the morally provocative controversies seen in the Olympic Games, the sense of impending discord is palpable.

"No war is inevitable until it breaks out," yet the stars warn us that our pride and loud proclamations bring us perilously close to all-out conflict. The Mars-Jupiter conjunction in Gemini, with its quick-draw impulse to assert our opinions, runs headlong into Saturn’s cold-bucket-of-water soberings in Pisces. This planetary clash underscores the importance of taking a step back in humility, discipline, and a holistically realistic assessment of our actions. As we steer precariously through these turbulent waters, the need to balance our enthusiastic drive with grounded wisdom becomes paramount.

These planetary alignments emphasise the urgency and intensity of our current struggles. Our evolution depends on our ability to recalibrate our values and embrace a more authentic, spiritually aligned approach to our conflicts. Hence, this fiery New Moon in Leo becomes a burning-hot moment, granting us the seminal urge to seek deeper self-understanding and integration of our fragmented selves through the immediate response of those in our audience. Only by humbly acknowledging and addressing our internal inadequacies through attentive feedback can we hope to cultivate genuine peace, love, and understanding in our external world.

This fortnight's horoscopes illuminate the profound potential within the heart of each sign’s inner child, finding the voice to express our child-like truth and to reinvent ourselves. They offer guidance on how to harness the New Moon to set intentions that strike a balance between true, self-assured expression and mindful humility, ensuring our path forward is both enlightening and empowering. I leave you with those.

Many blessings, and have an amazing New Moon xx "

[onawah]

"Chaos Unfettered and Unleashed":The FULL MOON at 27°15' Aquarius
Ang Stoic
Aug 17, 2024
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“'They gave Pandora a box. Prometheus begged her not to open it. She opened it. Every evil to which human flesh is heir came out of it. The last thing to come out of the box was hope. It flew away.'~KV

The Full Moon in Aquarius on 19 August 2024 culminates into a profound moment of personal reflection, relationship tension, and potential global upheaval, casting a stark light on the seismic shifts occurring both within the collective psyche and the structures that govern our world.

This fixed-sign lunation is supercharged by two significant T-squares that involve some of the most potent planetary players, including Uranus, Mars, Jupiter, Venus, Saturn, Neptune, and Pluto. These powerful cosmic alignments mirror the forces currently reshaping our world. Despite our attempts to delay or avoid the unavoidable, the celestial pressures acting now demand conflict, ensuring we confront the core reality of our situation head-on.

The Leo-Aquarius Axis: Individualism Vs Collective Consciousness
At the heart of this Full Moon lies the opposition between the Leo Sun and the Aquarius Moon, a dynamic that pits the willful expression of individual identity, autonomy and might against the social ideals of a collective unconsciousness.

Leo, ruled by the Sun, seeks to shine, to lead, and to be recognised for its unique contributions. It is the archetype of the hero, the leader, and the sovereign, embodying a sense of self that is distinctly central to the story, powerful, and confident. Aquarius, on the other hand, represents the collective, the community, and the hive mind. Ruled by Uranus and traditionally by Saturn, Aquarius is concerned with the future, with progress and reform, and with the dismantling of old structures that no longer serve ‘the greater good’.

This luminary opposition is further intensified by the presence of Uranus in Taurus, forming a tight T-square with both the Sun and Moon. Uranus, the great disruptor, is maligned by the fixed, earthy stability of Taurus, begrudgingly shaking the foundations of our material world. Taurus is the sign of values, resources, and security—both financial and emotional. With Uranus here, those structures are under siege, forcing us to reconsider what we truly value and how secure those values are in an increasingly unpredictable world.

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As the focal planet in this T-square, Uranus channels the tension between the Leo Sun and Aquarius Moon into sudden, radical changes that can feel both liberating and destabilising. This fixed T-square creates an empty space in Scorpio, which, opposite Uranus, suggests that the resolution to these tensions lies in confronting the deeper, often unconscious fears that drive our attachment to security. Ruled by Pluto, Scorpio is the sign of transformation by death, regeneration, power, and its shadow complexes. Try as we may, it demands that we face the uncomfortable truths about our origins, survival instincts, our hidden motivations, our desires, and our need for control.

Pluto in Aquarius: The Hive Mind Awakens
The lunation grows ever more ominous with Pluto’s recent slip into Aquarius, casting a malevolent spell that snares the collective consciousness in its hypnotic vice of power, transformation, and dark manipulation. Pluto’s entry into this fixed-air sign is deplorable, for the lord of the underworld feels most uncomfortable in such a coldly detached domain. It marks the onset of an era fraught with constant peril, where the revolutionary struggle for dominance over the collective mind will reach unprecedented heights. This transit, extending until 2043, looms as a harbinger of a long series of unsettling changes in our perceptions of power, applications of technology, and conceptions of community, with Pluto poised to entangle us all under his relentless grasp.

Pluto in Aquarius stirs the hive mind, activating the collective's potential for both progressive change and a totalitarian control yet unseen in our history books. Aquarius is a sign of both enlightenment and radicalism, and Pluto's presence here can bring out the extreme best and worst of these tendencies. On one hand, we may see the rise of movements that genuinely seek to empower the masses, redistribute power, and create a more just and equitable society. On the other hand, there is a risk of these movements being co-opted by those who seek to ‘tweak the algorithm’, manipulating the masses for their own gain, insidiously using technology, propaganda, and social engineering to maintain the ultimate state of tyranny and control.

This influence is made particularly potent when we consider the ongoing sextile relationship between Pluto and Neptune, which is now in the closing degrees of Pisces. Neptune has been in Pisces since 2011, dissolving the boundaries between the individual and the collective dream, distorting any distinction between reality and illusion. Over the past 12 to 13 years, Neptune in Pisces has subtly created a hazy condition of boundlessness and permeability, where the lines between fact and fiction, between the self and the other, have become increasingly blurred.

Neptune in Pisces: The Great Dissolution
Neptune’s sojourn through Pisces has been marked by a gradual, almost imperceptible dissolution of the structures that once clearly distinguished individual and collective dreams and ideals. The sprawling advent of social media, the exponential rise of artificial intelligence, and the sensationalising proliferation of disinformation on all platforms are all expressions of this mysterious Neptunian influence. Neptune, now at the final degree of Pisces, has permeated our fashions and artistic trends to the point of saturation, slowly eroding pre-existing cultural narratives and replacing them with a swirling soup of indiscriminate stories, spurious myths, and illusions whose origins are often impossible to discern or validate. Whether real or fake, true or false, they have all but indefinitely suspended our faculties of belief.

This blurring of reality has profound implications for our collective psyche. On one hand, it has created a space for new visions, dreams, and possibilities to emerge. On the other, it has also led to a deep sense of disillusionment, as the lines between truth and falsehood have become increasingly difficult to navigate. The sextile between Pluto and Neptune suggests that these energies are working together, subtly influencing the collective in ways that may not be immediately apparent but are deeply transformative nonetheless.

This aspect also creates a series of Yod formations with any planet crossing the Leo/Virgo cusp, an astrological alignment that perpetrates intense degrees of complexity into the current cultural zeitgeist. Yods, often referred to as "Fingers of God," are configurations that point to karmic adjustments, fated events, and the need for significant change. The involvement of Pluto, Neptune, and any planet crossing the critical Leo-to-Virgo threshold, home of the fixed-star Regulus (the kingmaker) suggests that we are at a climacteric point, where the old narratives and power structures are being dismantled, making way for something new—but not without significant upheaval and re-evaluation.

Mars/Jupiter in Gemini: A Scattershot of Ideas and Actions
The second T-square in this lunation involves a recently conjunct Mars and Jupiter in Gemini as the focal points, forming a tense aspect with the opposition between Venus in Virgo and Saturn in Pisces. Mars in Gemini is restless, eager to act, to lacerate with his mind, but often without a clear sense of direction. Jupiter only amplifies this energy, lending supposed moral cause, leading to an overabundance of dogmatic ideas, loose lips, rashly dithering actions, and justice-chasing prospects that can quickly become overwhelming, overblown and scattered out of proportion.

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The opposition between Venus in Virgo and Saturn in Pisces reflects the exasperating reality of seeking stability and practicality in our relationships, only to be met with aversion, avoidance, and the elusive nature of escapism. Venus in Virgo longs for order, reliability, and tangible connection, yet Saturn in Pisces introduces a confounding energy where boundaries dissolve, commitments waver, and clarity is obscured. This dynamic creates a frustrating cycle where, despite our efforts to ground our relationships in reality, we are instead confronted with a mirage of promises and unmet expectations. The result is often a deeply foreboding sense of disillusionment and a feeling of separation, as the tangible connection we crave seems perpetually out of reach, leaving us to grapple with the disorienting gap between what we desire in our hearts and the abject reality of what we experience.

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In T-square to Mars and Jupiter in mutable Gemini, this creates situations where the already strained relationships are further destabilised by impulsive, erratic actions and overzealously-held proclamations. The frustration of unmet expectations in relationships is exacerbated by the seemingly irreconcilable and somewhat fickle-minded beliefs of Mars/Jupiter, leading to outrageously abrupt decisions, harsh words, and a barrage of contradictory ideas that scatter focus and heighten confusion to the point of absurdity. As seen in the past few weeks, the desire for clear, reliable connections is thwarted at all levels as conversations spiral into heartbreakingly chaotic debates, and attempts at resolution are met with resistance, avoidance, or even outright escapism. A cycle of conflict develops, where efforts to bridge the emotional gap only widen it further, leaving both parties disillusioned and increasingly disconnected. It must be said that, in synergy with the lunation’s Uranian T-Square, the relentless pursuit of an unattainable ideal, driven by a sense of pride and moral urgency, only serves to magnify the sense of futility and separation, making it difficult to find common ground or genuine understanding.

The empty space in Sagittarius suggests that the resolution to this T-square lies in finding a broader perspective, one that can integrate the diverse and often conflicting energies at play. Sagittarius is the sign of higher, non-logical but intuitive understanding, bigger-picture attitudes, and the search for meaning. It reminds us that in times of great complexity and confusion, it is essential to maintain a sense of purpose and to seek out the larger truths that can guide us through the chaos.

Tumultuous Times: The Dream is Over
Taken together, these astrological configurations reflect the epic nature of the times we are living in. The combination of the Aquarius Full Moon, the T-squares involving Uranus, Mars, and Jupiter, and the influence of Pluto, Neptune, and the Yod formations all point to a period of profound transformation and upheaval of Western culture. It has become increasingly clear that the old narratives, the old structures, and the old ways of being are being dismantled, making way for new possibilities—though not without significant challenges and conflicts as we head towards the latter half of 2024. Since 2011, the slow and steady influence of Neptune in Pisces has eroded the boundaries between reality and illusion, revealing how the delicate narratives of our lives have been subtly, and sometimes overtly, controlled by centralised forces. The truth has seeped out like water through a cracked dam, and there’s no holding back the tide now.

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In this tensely-charged atmosphere, the influence of Pluto in Aquarius and the Aquarius Full Moon’s tension with Uranus in Taurus serve as potent symbols of release, liberation, and the tumultuous forces that have been unleashed upon the collective consciousness. These astrological markers evoke the ancient myth of Pandora, who, against all warnings, opened a box that unleashed every evil into the world, leaving only Hope trapped within. Hope, which we might once have seen as a beacon of possibility, now sits uneasily in this context—perhaps not a blessing, but a cruel reminder of what remains out of reach. We are left to ponder whether hope itself is a double-edged sword, heavy with malice and pain, dragging us deeper into a world reshaped by forces beyond our control.

These forces—much like the Promethean fire that defied the gods to bring light to humanity—symbolise both the destructive and liberating potentials of the Uranian and Aquarian energies. The internet, social media, and AI are the modern equivalents of Pandora’s box—instruments of tremendous power that, once unleashed, have irreversibly altered our collective reality. On one hand, they have democratised the purveyors of information, wresting the power from centralised masters, enabling mind revolutions, exposing corruption, and connecting people in ways previously unimaginable. Yet, they have also unleashed torrents of disinformation, manipulation, and cultural erosion, blurring the lines between truth and fabrication, self and other, until we are left questioning the very fabric of our reality.

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As we navigate the next few months, where the boundaries between individual and collective experience become increasingly permeable, we are at once confronted by the double-edged sword of both the opportunities for connection through the exchange of ideas and the risks of deeper manipulation and control. Although the genie is out of the box, the Promethean gift of fire to the humans, once a symbol of enlightenment and progress, now casts long shadows across the digital landscape, where the same technologies that promise liberation can also imprison us in cycles of misinformation and alienation. We are still too easily fooled and misled. This is the paradox of our time—one where the tools of our liberation are also the sources of our greatest disillusionment, tyranny and oppression. As humans our collective memory resonates on the safety of being controlled, to the extent where true ‘freedom’ feels disconcerting and uncomfortable.

The Demise of Hollywood & The American Dream
Whether people are aware or it has gone forgotten, America was founded amid intense political upheaval and revolutionary fervour. The American Revolution dragged on for eight years after the Declaration of Independence in 1776, finally ending in 1783. It was supposed to establish a government based on liberty, democracy, and individual rights. Influenced by Enlightenment thinkers, the Founding Fathers envisioned a republic where power came from the governed, not monarchs or aristocrats.

Today, these ideals seem forgotten. Malignant partisan politics piss all over 'checks and balances,' individual liberties are eroded by intrusive laws and censorship, and government accountability is eclipsed by big money and shady corporate interests. The election system is severely compromised by gerrymandering, voter suppression, and the overwhelming influence of oligarchic moguls. The integrity of democracy is so corrupted that it's barely recognisable from what it was conceived to be. Free speech, another cornerstone of the republic, seems to be in its death throes. Mainstream media, once a bastion of investigative power, is now viewed by many as a corporate-controlled hoax, aligned with electoral interests, limiting diverse voices and strangling genuine discourse.

As we near the first quarter mark of the 21st century, America’s foreign policy, riddled with CIA interventions and regime changes, has left dozens of countries destabilised, forcing millions to flee their war-ravaged homelands. These individuals often end up at the borders of other nations, frequently entering the US illegally, seeking refuge from the chaos partly caused by American actions and its allies. The world watches as these displaced millions are scorned everywhere, noting the hypocrisy and arrogance, which breeds only resentment and mistrust, tarnishing America's global image as the so-called land of opportunity and arbiter of freedom and democracy.

Meanwhile, internally, Americans seem consumed with arguing over superficial, skin-deep issues—performative social justice, biblical righteousness, identity politics, and endless culture wars—while ignoring the geopolitical tinderbox of hatred and resentment simmering just outside their borders. The obsession with these trivialities distracts from the far more dangerous global realities that threaten to engulf not just America, but the world.

Yet, the dream machine keeps spinning out the almost implausible delusion—that the United States is in any way united and that the American Dream is still achievable. Hollywood, largely built by Eastern European Jews, crafted an illusion of the American Dream that was far removed from reality. This idealised vision once united people, but as the facade crumbles, stark divisions in American society become glaringly evident. The country is now torn and polarised to the point where civil conflict seems a real threat. The founding principles have been sidelined, leaving a democracy in disarray and a world teetering on the brink of World War III, with the very real possibility of nuclear escalation.

However, the internet and social networks are starting to rip apart the centralised narrative that Hollywood and the mainstream media (MSM) have peddled for decades. No longer is the military-industrial complex and its corporate bedfellows able to control the story unchallenged. Independent voices, armed with facts and unfiltered perspectives, are exposing the cracks in this grand illusion. The whole charade is about to come undone, revealing the rotten core beneath the glossy surface.

This narrative of America’s decline is alarming, but it’s also a call for all the West to remember and revive the foundational ideals of liberty, democracy, and genuine governance—before it’s too late.

As these astrological forces converge, they mirror the tumult of our time, forcing us to confront the disillusionment and decay that have shattered the dreams we once held dear. But just as Pandora’s box unleashed horrors upon the world, it also left us with a resilient hope—a force not of naive optimism, but of fierce defiance. This is a hope that refuses to accept the status quo, that compels us to stand up and speak out against all that is wrong, even if it means blowing the whistle on the very systems that bind us. It’s a hope that recognises the need to make sacrifices—perhaps even the ultimate sacrifice—so that future generations might live free from the chains of mental enslavement. In the new age of information, truthful data holds the highest value. In this critical moment, the path forward demands courage, a willingness to tear down the illusions that have kept us complacent, and the resolve to build something true and lasting. It’s not enough to dream of a better future; we must fight for it, with the full knowledge that the stakes have never been higher.

Navigating the Uncharted
In this instalment of your empowering horoscope readings, I’ve delved into the myriad struggles and tensions that we collectively face, highlighting how this lunation acts as a powerful catalyst for reconciling the many disparate areas of your life. As the cosmic energies intensify, the road ahead will undoubtedly be challenging. Yet, it is those who are ready to embrace the sweeping societal changes, confront their deepest fears, and tap into their inner strength who will emerge not just unscathed, but stronger, wiser, and more empowered than ever.

Armed with these insights, you have the tools to navigate these turbulent times with confidence and clarity. These reflections will help you turn existential challenges into opportunities for growth, allowing you to step fully into your true potential.

Wishing you strength and resilience as you journey through this transformative Full Moon xx "

[onawah]

“The Great Unraveling”: The NEW MOON at 11°04′ Virgo
Tuesday, September 3, 2024, 01:57 UTC
September 2, 2024
ASTROLOGY OF NOW
https://angstoic.com/2024/09/the-great-unraveling-the-new-moon-at-1104-virgo-tuesday-september-3-2024-0157-utc/

(The images in this update from Ang Stoic were very interesting to me because "coincidentally",I just finished reading the last book, "Black Bird Oracle" in the best selling "All Souls Series" of novels by Deborah Harkness which started with "A Discovery of Witches". The main character in the novels is a type of White Witch known as a "Weaver", as she makes magic by tying knots in invisible strings of energy, which thereby strengthen and complete a series of spells, each one building upon the last. And there appears to be a lot of weaving going on in the images following...
New Moon is the best time to cleanse crystals in salt water and put them outside to soak up the incoming energies, and I will be sure to do that this time and see what magic the cosmos imbues them with.:star: :sun: :moon:
It appears the incoming energies may be helpful in tying up those loose ends and moving on to a whole new set of developments.)

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"Greetings Fellow Travellers,

These are indeed interesting times, and I’m glad to be sharing them with you. We are, of course, living through a profound paradigm shift on this planet—one that strikes at the very core of our collective understanding of reality. Though the process has, since 2011, been subtle and somewhat imperceptible, it has become increasingly daunting as it accelerates our awareness exponentially.

At its root lies the phenomenon that the subject/object duality, which has shaped human thought for centuries, is dissolving. We are rapidly beginning to discover that the 3D object—ie. the ‘other’—doesn’t exist in any true sense. Instead, the universe is one essential subject experiencing itself through infinite forms. The illusion of separation, born from our mind’s ability to reflect on itself, has led us to feel distinct from what we experience. Yet, as linear time begins to collapse, many of us are starting to observe a higher reality, that there is no separation. Everything is one.

As we move through this shift, many of us are becoming increasingly uncomfortable and distressed at how much of the outer is seeping through our boundaries of distinction. We are sensing that the old world is no longer able to support our deeply ingrained notions of separateness. The structures that once upheld our understanding of self versus other are beginning to crumble, leaving us feeling vulnerable, increasingly exposed, untethered and anxious about our loss of attachment to those things that we held near and which defined us. This discomfort is a natural response to the profound changes unfolding around us, as the very foundations of our empirical reality are being questioned.

The End of Empires
Throughout history, empires have risen and fallen, from the mighty Roman Empire to the colonial powers of the 19th century. Each has left an indelible mark on civilisation, but all eventually succumbed to the inevitable forces of change and decay. Today, we stand on the precipice of another such transformation, as the cosmic tides signal the end of yet another era of dominion and control.

This paradigm shift is strongly indicated by the outer planets—Pluto, Neptune, and Uranus—each edging toward the cusp of a significant sign shift by 2025. These planetary movements herald a shift in consciousness that will fundamentally reshape our collective experience. Pluto’s impending move into Aquarius, Neptune’s transition into Aries, and Uranus’ entry into Gemini all signal the catabolic breakdown of old paradigms and the emergence of new ways of thinking and being. We are standing on the threshold of a new era of intelligence, one that, in a brief moment in linear time, could both consume and integrate us all into a singular entity. As these energies converge, there is the potential for our collective intelligence to resurrect and transform, synthesising knowledge and insight in ways that transcend our current limitations. This new consciousness has the power to unify diverse strands of human thought, merging all disciplines, both historical and current, into the present moment, guiding us toward innovative solutions and deeper connections that redefine what it means to be truly intelligent and interconnected. However, the immediate path forward is fraught with danger and existential challenges as we struggle to let go of our attachment to the familiar and leap into the brave unknown.

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The human condition, as we know it, still rests on the false belief that we are separate entities facing an objective universe. The truth is, this illusion is the foundation of all our knowledge, all our pursuits, and indeed, all of civilisation itself. What we’re really doing is frantically maintaining the illusion of separateness—of the ‘self’. There is no ultimate knowledge to attain because there is no real knower. The idea of a seperate self accumulating wisdom or progressing toward something is just another layer of deception, one that keeps us locked in a perpetual struggle, competing for what we perceive as the dwindling resources of a finite world.

This illusion of separateness has far-reaching consequences. We see it manifesting in the divisions that mark our world—national and ethnic boundaries that carve up the planet, histories full of wars fought over these lines, and the increasing distinctions between black and white, male and female, rich and poor, democrat and republican, etc. These identities, which once served to help us navigate our place in the unexplored universe, are now becoming more extreme, more polarised, as the insistence on separateness and individual supremacy drives us deeper into realms of division, oppression and authoritarianism.

The schism of hoisting ourselves into ever-narrower groups exacerbates this problem, deepening the illusion that we are fundamentally different from one another. The overlapping and intertwined nature of our tribal identities further fragments our collective experience, leading us to become divided by our struggles and wars, driven by attempts to inflict social and biblical justice—efforts that only reinforce the boundaries and perpetuate the cycle of separation and conflict.

At the heart of this illusion lies our obsession with status, money, and institutionalised power. These forces have not only infected our corporeal bodies but have also metabolically altered our understanding of institutions and establishments. This process begins with the patriarchal rule of families and extends outward to the outer regions of global control. Our societal structures, from the nuclear family unit to multinational corporations, are built on the hierarchical foundations of control, dominance, and the pursuit and acquisition of material wealth. This obsession has driven us to view life through the lens of competition and conquest, where success is measured by accumulation and power is maintained through division.

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Astrologically, this paradigm shift is mirrored in the cosmos. Pluto’s return to the anaretic degree of Saturn-ruled Capricorn marks the final chapter in the extreme radicalisation of this shift. Pluto, the planet of transformation and power, at the critical degree of Capricorn, the sign of structure and authority, signals the breaking down of old hierarchical paradigms. The structures, whose administrative instruments have upheld the illusion of separateness, are crumbling, giving way to an intensified struggle for survival as these dark forces of division reach their zenith before their inevitable collapse. Capricorn, ruled by Saturn, governs the very institutions and systems that define our societal order—governments, corporations, financial systems, and patriarchal structures. Under Pluto’s relentless pressure, these patently defunct systems are being forced to confront their own limitations, and we are witnessing the final blows of their undoing.

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This pressure is further intensified by Saturn’s sustained 10-week semisquare to Pluto, a cosmic alignment that has exerted a brutal amount of alchemical force. Saturn, with its association with structure, discipline, and authority, has long upheld the rigid frameworks that keep society in order. Yet, under Pluto’s transformative influence, Saturn’s rule over Capricorn becomes a brutal catalyst of change. The semisquare aspect between these two planets compresses these systems, subjecting them to an excruciating degree of strain. The result is an inevitable buckling under this weight—a breaking point where outdated structures can no longer bear the weight that is placed upon them and must give way to something new. This can be an excruciating time for those still invested in the old anachronistic architecture of power, yet it is an inevitable and necessary collapse that clears the way for a complete metamorphosis, forcing us to re-evaluate our relationship with power, status, and control at every radius of experience, inner and outer.

Over the next week, Mars, now approaching the end of Gemini, squares Neptune in Pisces, demonstrating how futile is the fight with logic and linear thought. Mars in Gemini drives us toward action, but in this sign, it does so through an aggressive bombardment of data, facts, and scattered details. We may find ourselves overwhelmed by a torrent of propaganda, each piece vying for our attention, miring us into confusion rather than clarity. Squaring Neptune, the planet of dreams, illusions, and the dissolution of boundaries, this aspect can cloud our judgment, leading us to act on misinformation, illusions, or half-truths. The battle here is one of discernment—steering through the cacophony and misplaced anger to find what is ultimately real and true rather than getting lost in the fog of deception or disorientation.

Adding to this potent, but toxic brew, Uranus, now stationing to turn retrograde at the end of his 7-year journey through Taurus, threatens to further rock our understanding of reality by inverting every definition, flipping everything so that up becomes down, left becomes right, and right becomes wrong. The real danger packed into concentrated Uranus transits is the potential to alienate us from the most fundamental aspects of life, as we become overly obsessed with the alternative and the ideal. Deep within, many of us harbour a desire to create the perfect system and dismantle existing ones. As Uranus retrogrades, it provokes an internal revolution against systems that no longer support holistic survival. This period will likely precipitate a frantic inner rebellion, a willful urge to replace old models with new ones as retrograde Uranus continues to dramatically generate shocking epiphanies and sudden realisations as it shifts our perspectives. By the time we approach the eclipses and, later, when Uranus opposes the Scorpio Sun in mid-November, we may witness the tumultuous demolition of old structures of consciousness, radically replacing them with startling new paradigms.

This electrical energy is compounded by Mercury, now direct in the proud and dignified Leo, yet still in its retrograde shadow until September 12. As Mercury forms its third and final square to Uranus on September 6, just before re-entering Virgo on September 9, we may find ourselves wrestling with cascading new insights, unsettling disruptions, and the inexplicable urge to detach and break free from constraints. Perhaps it’s worth noting that it’s best to stay grounded through this time, while also remaining open to new ideas, even if they seem destabilising at first.

However, it is the New Moon’s opposition to Saturn in Pisces that adds a critical dimension to this moment of cosmic reckoning. As this alignment forms, it brings to the surface a growing awareness of our limitations, amplifying our sensitivity to criticism and making us feel the weight of scrutiny more intensely than usual. Even seemingly minor issues may feel jarring, shaking our confidence and making us question our path. This heightened psycho-emotional sensitivity is a stark reflection of Saturn’s stern influence, urging us to confront the deeper fears and insecurities that lie beneath the surface of our interrelational dynamics. This opposition sets the stage for what is to follow in these next weeks, particularly with the upcoming Pisces Lunar Super Eclipse in the following fortnight, which will further illuminate the unresolved emotional and spiritual tensions within us, followed by the South Node Libra Solar Eclipse on October 2.

We covered these energies in greater depth in our most recent episode of Cosmic Bus.

The Virgo New Moon
As these cosmic forces play out, we are being called to steer through the roughest part of this shift with great awareness and intention. This New Moon is the last lunation before the Lunar Eclipse of Sep 18, and the epic Solar on Oct 2.

We are about to witness how the fear that drives us to cling to separateness, to double down on divisions, is only a symptom of the greater metamorphosis at hand. In a phenomenal shift of understanding, we are discovering that we are not separate; we are not isolated entities locked in conflict. We are part of a single, interconnected whole. The challenge before us is to transcend the illusion, to recognise the oneness that has always been there, and to move forward not as fragmented individuals, but as unified expressions of a greater reality.

This Virgo New Moon presents a precious opportunity to recalibrate and realign with what truly matters. In a world rife with all kinds of distractions and overwhelming details, Virgo’s intent asks us to focus on the essentials—those core values and principles that guide us through tumultuous times. This is a perfect moment to let go of the excess, silence the noise, and declutter what only clouds our judgment and weighs us down. On a broader level, acknowledge that the time has come to release divisive ideologies and outdated practices, and relinquish the relentless yet somewhat futile pursuit of power that continues to fracture our communities. Observe the troubles and stresses and set about to fix what you can, focusing on cultivating collaboration, healing, and practical solutions that benefit the collective.

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The New Moon’s near conjunction with Vesta adds a mystique of sacred intent to this lunation, bequeathing us with the clarity and purity of purpose to form perfect intentions. Vesta, the guardian of the sacred flame, aligns most naturally with Virgo’s meticulous nature to help us discern where to direct our energy and attention. This alignment empowers us to set intentions that are not only practical but also deeply aligned with our higher values—intentions that can guide us through the complex and shifting landscape of our times.

Many blessings, and have an amazing New Moon xx"

[onawah]

Critical Degree
September 5, 2024
ASTROLOGY OF NOW
https://angstoic.com/2024/09/critical-degree/

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"As Pluto retrogrades to the anaretic degree of Capricorn on September 2, the full intensity of its transformative power comes to a head. This marks the beginning of the end for a cycle that began in 2008, culminating in the conjunctions of Saturn and Jupiter in 2020. Pluto’s final transit through 29º Capricorn is the ultimate reckoning for the rigid structures that have long upheld Capricorn’s authority, hierarchies, and societal systems. Stationing direct on October 12 before departing for Aquarius on November 19, Pluto will not return to Capricorn until 2254, sealing the fate of a dying era.

The 29th degree rings as the death knell of the old patriarchy, the last gasp of its rigid, controlling forces. Here, Capricorn’s hierarchical structures—those rooted in dominance, suppression, and paternalistic rule—face their final trial. No longer hidden beneath the surface, the systems of power, authority, and the so-called “father” figure are brought to the light for judgment. From the familial archetype of the father as protector and disciplinarian to the grander symbols of kings, rulers, and even the divine image of “God,” this paternal dominance is laid bare. For centuries, these structures have defined politics, religion, and law, acting as the pillars of order, tradition, and control. At their peak, these systems suppressed individual autonomy and stifled any alternative power dynamics, particularly those that challenged male supremacy.

Now, as Pluto begins its final descent through Capricorn, these entrenched patriarchal systems—whether in politics, corporation, religion, finance, or the nuclear family—will face severe scrutiny. Exposed for their ruthless ambition to rise to the top of the echelons of power, their escalating overreach of corruption and systemic hypocrisy, they are forced into confrontation with their own self-appointed obsolescence. Pluto’s deep, transformative energy heralds the dismantling of these archaic power dynamics, clearing the way for Aquarius’s new era of egalitarianism, innovation, and freedom. This marks the final death and regeneration of the patriarchy as we’ve known it, ushering in a profound shift that will ripple through every corner of society.

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At this critical turning point, let’s look into the sectors most likely to experience restraints in a little more detail.

1. Governments and Political Power Structures
What: National governments, global governance bodies (UN, IMF, WHO, World Bank), and political institutions represent Capricorn’s grip on authority and structure. As Pluto reaches 29º Capricorn, the heart of global hegemonies that thrive on control—whether overt (authoritarian regimes) or covert (neoliberal democracies)—is brought to crisis.

How: Pluto uncovers layers of corruption and manipulation at the highest echelons of power. This includes the less-visible forces driving global agendas—groups like AIPAC, which influences US foreign policy through pro-Zionist lobbying, and the World Economic Forum (WEF), where global elites formulate economic and ideological strategies behind closed doors. These groups operate under the guise of international cooperation but often promote one-world governance, centralised control, and extensive corporate infiltration. As Pluto grinds toward Aquarius, governments that serve corporate interests and globalist ideologies face either a brutal crackdown to preserve the status quo (increased surveillance, digital control, censorship) or collapse under the weight of rebellion and systemic rot. Expect intense public scrutiny, social unrest, and the final death of governments rooted in the exploitation of resources and people.

2. Corporations and Economic Power
What: Multinational conglomerates and financial institutions are the cornerstones of global capitalism, with enormous power concentrated in a few hands—Big Tech, Big Pharma, and the oil industry being key players.

How: Pluto demands a do-or-die outcome, stripping away the veneer of “corporate social responsibility” and forcing an end to unchecked exploitation. Corporations that have manipulated global supply chains, controlled vast media platforms, or monopolised healthcare for profit will either face extreme governmental regulation (anti-monopoly laws, aggressive taxation) or implode from within. Behind closed doors, organisations like the WEF work to centralize economic control, pushing for corporate dominance over nation-states, but as Pluto’s energy intensifies, the grip of these shadow powers will weaken. Expect dramatic restructuring, bankruptcies, or corporate takeovers as the public awakens to the reality of their unchecked influence on world governments and economies.

3. Financial Systems and Banking
What: Central banks, global financial markets, and debt-based economies that have shaped global wealth inequality will face unparalleled pressure under Pluto’s final reckoning.

How: The institutions that dictate fiscal policy, from the Federal Reserve to the European Central Bank, have long perpetuated a system of financial dependency and debt slavery. As Pluto exerts its final force on Capricorn’s financial structures, expect moves toward centralised digital currencies, such as CBDCs (Central Bank Digital Currencies), designed to monitor and control every financial transaction. While this could appear as “modern›isation,” it’s fundamentally a bid for state control over global finance. Efforts to chastise or stabilise crumbling economies through austerity and technocratic solutions will only expose the unsustainability of the debt economy, leading to systemic financial collapses, protests, ushering in the dawn of new economic models that are decentralised and free from corporate-state exploitation.

4. Legal Systems and the Judiciary
What: Legal systems and courts worldwide, long used to protect the elite and perpetuate systemic inequality, will undergo seismic shifts.

How: Pluto brings the final exposure of corruption within legal frameworks—deep-seated biases, manipulation by corporate interests, and the protection of the ruling class. As this energy reaches its zenith, expect governments to attempt draconian measures in the name of “order.” The use of emergency powers, mass surveillance, and heavy censorship laws will be thinly veiled attempts to preserve authority. Yet, this could also be a time of radical legal reforms, particularly as grassroots movements demand the dismantling of unjust systems. Power struggles between entrenched elites and reformers will determine whether justice systems are reshaped to serve humanity or further entrenched in authoritarianism.

5. Patriarchal Systems and Gender Norms
What: Patriarchal structures, deeply embedded in both government and corporate leadership, are coming under fire in this climactic moment.

How: The last vestiges of male-dominated power systems will be torn apart under Pluto’s relentless exposure. This includes the stranglehold patriarchal ideologies have on leadership, from governments and corporations to religious institutions. Anticipate conservative forces to fight back, doubling down on regressive gender norms as they sense their waning power. On the other hand, movements for gender equality will intensify, dismantling these systems from within. Patriarchal dominance, which has upheld economic, political, and social structures, will either be transformed or face unprecedented levels of resistance as Pluto’s energy forces a reevaluation of power, privilege, and equality in anticipation for the furore of the Aquarian chapter.

6. Religious and Spiritual Institutions
What: The relationship between religion, politics, and society is about to face radical scrutiny, with the manipulation of spiritual systems to maintain power coming to light.

How: Pluto will force religious institutions, particularly those aligned with political regimes, into crisis. The influence of religious lobby groups such as Zionist-backed AIPAC, which shapes US policy on Israel, or religious factions pushing for greater control over social issues like abortion and LGBTQ+ rights, will face fierce opposition as social justice battles it out against biblical justice. The exposure of hypocrisy and abuse within these institutions will either lead to their collapse or to a doubling down on dogma, as they cling to dwindling followers through the widespread indoctrination of fear and control. Expect a rise in movements advocating for secularism and spiritual independence, untethered from corrupt institutional power.

7. Institutional Education
What: Universities, schools, and academic institutions are integral to how power and knowledge are distributed in society.

How: Pluto’s influence here reveals how education has been weaponised by corporate and political interests. Expect increasing control over curricula and research as globalist organisations seek to instil ideological conformity under the guise of progress (e.g., the WEF’s push for “skills-based” education driven by corporate needs rather than intellectual freedom). Simultaneously, continued public protests and academic dissent will push back against this, demanding reforms that prioritise critical thinking, freedom of expression, and the dismantling of elitist academic structures that serve corporate agendas.

8. Media and Information Control
What: Media conglomerates and digital platforms have become the primary tools for shaping public perception and controlling narratives.

How: Pluto at 29º Capricorn brings the final battle over media control, exposing the insidious agendas of tech giants like Google, Facebook, X and TikTok as well as legacy media outlets controlled by globalist interests. Expect increased censorship, particularly around dissenting voices questioning global agendas (such as the insidious but well-hidden AIPAC’s influence on foreign policy or the WEF’s vision for global governance). Governments, under pressure from corporations, will try to impose stricter regulations on free speech. Despite this, a backlash also signals a moment of awakening, as alternative media grows and the public demands transparency. The power struggles over truth and information will reach a fever pitch.

9. Social Hierarchies and Class Systems
What: The gap between the wealthy elite and the struggling masses has widened under neoliberal policies supported by global financial elites.

How: Pluto’s energy will explode class tensions, revealing the entrenched power structures that control wealth and labour. The WEF’s vision of a future where “you’ll own nothing, and be happy” embodies the globalist attempt to normalise economic inequality. However, this period could see revolutions and uprisings, as people reject the manipulative narratives pushed by the global elite. Governments will impose redistributive policies, while corporations scramble to retain their dominance through exploitation. The very structure of class and privilege is teetering on collapse, opening the door to radically new economic systems, socio-political models and more flattened class structure.

10. Global Corporations and Transnational Power
What: Multinational corporations and transnational institutions have consolidated global power, shaping economies and policies through unseen hands.

How: Pluto at 29º Capricorn forces a final judgement day for organisations like the IMF, WTO, and global corporations that have hijacked sovereignty under the guise of “global cooperation.” Behind these institutions are ideologies that seek to centralise global control—pushing for a one-world government where national borders are meaningless. But this concentrated power will face a cavalcade of rebellions as governments begin imposing severe restrictions on global corporations and demand accountability for labour exploitation and environmental destruction. Expect a significant breakdown of monopolies and the rise of decentralised economic structures, as Pluto prepares for its Aquarian transformation, marking the end of centralised, unchecked corporate rule.

Synopsis:
The pressure’s on. Pluto’s last hurrah through the anaretic degree of Capricorn spells more than a mere reckoning—it appoints ultimate judgment day for global powers entrenched in dominance and control, pushing them out of the shadows and into full light. Governments, corporations, and ideological regimes that have sought to consolidate overarching influence, bending the world to their vision of centralised authority, now stand exposed. From the overt hand of the WEF, IMF, and WHO to the shadowy tendrils of AIPAC, the CIA, FBI, NATO, and powerful corporate lobbies, no stone remains unturned. The clandestine machinations that have shaped global policy for decades, manipulating governments and economies in pursuit of hegemonic agendas, now face collapse. This is the moment where the great machinery of global supremacy meets its inevitable breakdown. The cracks in the façade of power widen, and resistance rises, insistent and unstoppable.

Transformation of the patriarchy is no longer a possibility—it becomes a certainty. Pluto’s shift into Aquarius signals the birth of a new era: decentralisation, innovation, and radical equality. Like it or not, the old world order is disintegrating, and in its place, something unprecedented and untamed emerges. The dawn of a new age is not near—it has arrived."

[onawah]

“The Final Plea”: Bargaining with Pluto at the Edge of Capricorn
September 7, 2024
ASTROLOGY OF NOW
https://angstoic.com/2024/09/the-final-plea-bargaining-with-pluto-at-the-edge-of-capricorn/

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"The descent to hell through the gates of Avernus is easy, as Virgil tells us in the Aeneid. The way down is smooth, effortless, as if we are being pulled under, unwittingly entranced by an invisible, all-consuming force into the underworld, into the darkest recesses of our psyche. But to turn back, to retrace our steps and ascend once more into the upper world—that’s gonna be the real test. This is the work. This is the task.

We’ve been here before, in March of 2023, then again in June, and once more in January 2024. Each time Pluto approached the 29th degree of Capricorn, each time we were asked to descend into that abyss, it felt like something was stirring. But now, as Pluto retrograde slowly stations at this critical degree, there’s a finality to this journey, a gravity that wasn’t present before. The descent is no longer just a symbolic gesture. The urgency for deep, thorough transfigurement is total. Pluto, the ruler of the underworld, does not deal in half-measures. He requires nothing less than the complete dismantling of the structures that have defined us.

The ultimate test of Pluto transits, especially when it stations at such a significant degree, is not the descent itself but the ability to maintain integrity in the face of fateful circumstances—circumstances that symbolise the disembowelment, the slow dismembering, death, and eventual renewal of something essential within us. Pluto demands that we excoriate all that is superficial, that we descend into the most isolated crevices of our soul, alone, where we must confront what has been buried for so long. It is in this isolated place of purgatory that we are asked to find a deeper sense of integrity, value, and security. This will be our fee to barter ourselves out of this. We cannot rely on external validation or on the safety nets we’ve carefully constructed. Pluto strips those away, leaving us exposed to our deepest fears and unresolved traumas…

The power of this Pluto station lies in its distinctive nature. There is no rehearsal for this moment, no practice round for facing Pluto. Each transit is unique, even if there are thematic echoes ricochetting off the walls of Hades from past encounters. Pluto may have crossed this degree before, but each pass—especially now as it stations—feels like a fresh initiation into the catabolic fires of Capricorn’s last gasp. This 29th degree, the anaretic degree, is the apotheosis, the climactic end of a long cycle of mastery over matter, its control, and ambition to have it all. It is a degree of karmic closure, where all that has been built under Capricorn’s influence must either evolve or be dismantled.

For the next six weeks, as Pluto retrogrades back through this degree, the descent goes deeper than simply a matter of re-examining old structures; in this most intense soul-level excavation, Pluto will require that we descend willingly, wittingly, face those shadowy aspects of our lives—those things we thought we had already confronted. But unlike the previous transits, this one is excruciatingly more demanding—it wants it all. Pluto will not allow us to move forward until we have fully integrated the lessons of Capricorn: our lust for control, dominion, authority, and status. It dredges forward the most ghastly, most grotesquely ugly sides of ambition and forces us to give it up. What remains must now be either completely achieved or we must quit.

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By October, as Pluto stations at the 29th degree of Capricorn, we are faced with a perilous dilemma: to surrender ourselves to the dark forces that have governed us—the ironclad grip of the patriarchy, the rigid hierarchies that have shaped our ambitions and defined our worth—or to relinquish all we’ve achieved under its rule, casting aside the hard-fought-and-won structures of power for a chance at liberation. The descent into Pluto’s underworld is a judgment day upon our shadows and insidious designs. This is a formidable reckoning that asks if we got what we desired by pimping our souls out to the systems that have dominated us. Here, once more—one final time—we are entreated to surrender what remains of our precious soul to the dark machinery of a crumbling empire, a system that promises order but demands compliance, submission. It tempts us to preserve what we’ve achieved under its reign, to hold tight to the illusion of security, even as the ground beneath us crumbles.

Yet Pluto, in his uncompromising wisdom, offers us a stark alternative: relinquish everything we’ve built under these outdated forces. Surrender all we’ve achieved within this dying paradigm, not for the comfort of the known, but for the radical freedom that comes when we strip ourselves of its chains. As Pluto turns back toward Aquarius, due to return in mid-November, we are placed under this final test. To cling to the familiar would be to condemn ourselves to the same patterns of exploitation and oppression. But to let go—to willingly acknowledge the disintegration of what has been—opens the door to a new lease on life, a future not yet defined but filled with possibility.

In these six weeks, we either sell our soul to the decrepit remnants of a collapsing order, or we release it, untethered, into the unknown. This is the true toil of alchemy that Pluto demands—the price of transformation. In any case, we will never be the same. Seems like the choice we must make will reverberate long after Pluto finally enters Aquarius for real."

[onawah]

MAJOR BUMMER ALERT (sorry)
September 8, 2024
ASTROLOGY OF NOW
https://angstoic.com/2024/09/major-bummer-alert-sorry/#respond

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"With the Virgo SUN opposing SATURN, we shouldn’t expect much mirth or ease in our interactions. There’s a sharp undercurrent of criticism, frustration, and restraint that seeps into nearly every dealing. This is a wake-up call to the sensitivity of each others’ boundaries—real or imagined—lines are drawn, and we must be sensitive. We may push others away, or be pushed away ourselves, and if you notice, it’s the little things that hurt a whole lot more, leaving us all torn up, feeling isolated and weighed down by the burden of guilt and ground down by heavy demands.

Saturn’s semisquare to PLUTO in Capricorn only adds harm to injury, hammering you down with its inimitably ruthless reality check. All the mean-spirited crap becomes as transparent as daylight. The old routine ain’t cutting it anymore, and any attempt at breaching the threshold of what’s tolerable is met with brutal resistance. and summary shutdowns. It can be traumatising, and you’re forced to grind through, stripping away what’s unnecessary.

Power dynamics intensify, but the real progress—the alchemy in our stars—comes through relentless discipline and super-aware intention. Since the heavies are all retrograde, you might need to reflect on where you lost it, and it isn’t charm or cutesy nonsense that’s gonna bail you out of this one; you’re gonna have to demonstrate how competent and committed you can be to making a change (if at all possible, cuz you know some people just don’t have it in them). Expect separations and sacrifices—only what’s essential will endure."


Ben Davidson of Suspicious Observers commented on the current, very unique planetary alignments and showed a chart of it in his latest daily update here:
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[onawah]

"Veils Lifted and Secrets Exposed": The PARTIAL LUNAR ECLIPSE at 25°41' Pisces, Wednesday, September 18, 2024, 02:44 UTC
Ang Stoic
Sep 14, 2024
https://angstoic.substack.com/p/veils-lifted-and-secrets-exposed?utm_source=post-email-title&publication_id=1144662&post_id=148881134&utm_campaign=email-post-title&isFreemail=true&r=p7227&triedRedirect=true&utm_medium=email

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"'Confession is not betrayal. What you say or do doesn't matter; only feelings matter. If they could make me stop loving you-that would be the real betrayal.' ~Orwell, 1984

Not all eclipses are created equal, and the approaching eclipse season is a masterclass in unveiling what has long been obscured. Beginning with the partial lunar eclipse at 25º Pisces on September 18, 2024, and followed by an annular solar eclipse at 10º Libra two weeks later, this cosmic moment reveals hidden currents, long-buried emotional truths, and unconscious patterns that have shaped our lives. These eclipses won’t allow us to simply drift along; they will drag the depths of our psyches, pulling us toward dramatic realisations and forcing us to confront what has been shadowed. Through this unveiling, change becomes not just inevitable, but inescapable, driving us into uncharted realms of emotional and psychological growth.

This eclipse pair is about revelations—the Pisces lunar eclipse, in particular, magnifies the patterns that have kept us bound to forces of control and illusions of security. We’ve clung to the structures, people, and beliefs that have kept us dependent, stuck in both internal and external contracts. Relationships—be they personal, social, or even societal—have been propped up by illusions, those flimsy, flaky dynamics that have outlived their purpose. The eclipses tear through these false layers, exposing where we've unwittingly given away our power, where we've stayed entangled in old paradigms out of fear or convenience. The Pisces lunar eclipse, the final sign of the zodiac, operates like a cosmic gutter, where the dissolved residues of what can no longer stand the test of truth drain away, leaving no room for compromise with delusion and phoney affectation.

The Aries-Libra nodal axis has been driving us toward a reckoning for the past year, with the North Node in Aries pushing for fierce independence, and the South Node in Libra illuminating the need to let go of the roles we’ve played to maintain peace at the expense of our authenticity. Now, as this nodal cycle culminates, the eclipse season magnifies these themes to a catabolic breaking point. The solar eclipse at the South Node in Libra (Oct. 2) is the severing cut—an undeniable end to relational patterns that no longer serve. It’s not subtle; it’s a cosmic exodus from the old ways of being. The lunar eclipse in Pisces, however, is more haunting, casting a shadow over the unspoken, unseen forces that have dictated our emotional and relational patterns. This eclipse asks us to surrender to the dissolution, to allow the veil to fall away, even as we may still cling to the comfort of its lies.

Venus, exalted in Pisces and ruling Libra, presides over these events with her dual presence, establishing a complex harmony between the eclipses. Her role in the lunar eclipse heightens our emotional sensitivity, drawing us into a state of profound emotional recognition. This is by no means a soft moment of reflection, but an almost otherworldly pull into the depths of our own emotional landscapes. When Venus later rules the solar eclipse, she demands the purging of relational baggage and patterns of co-dependence that we’ve relied upon for far too long. Yet, she is not simply nurturing; at the height of the lunar eclipse, she is facing off against Chiron and Eris, triggering the collective wounds of exclusion and the jagged edges of our interpersonal scars of outright rejection. The result is an unavoidable gouging into the parts of ourselves we have hidden, the shameful truths of inadequacy and inability to counter that we have all too long been too afraid to speak.

The Moon, governing our instincts and subconscious, becomes the focal point of this eclipse. The Earth’s shadow falling faintly across the Moon symbolises the subtle unveiling of emotions that we have buried deep within, initiating a series of emotional outbursts, revelations, and shifts in perception that bring us face-to-face with what we can no longer ignore between us. There is no escaping the psychological upheaval these eclipses bring—they are profoundly intense mirrors, reflecting back the inner worlds we’ve kept hidden from view, forcing us to come clean about our indiscretions and shed the personas and beliefs that no longer serve our evolution.

Central to this is the Pisces-Virgo axis, which lies at the heart of the lunar eclipse. Pisces dissolves what Virgo tries to control. Where Virgo seeks perfection, order, and clarity, Pisces demands we surrender to the unknown, to the mysticism that Virgo's precision cannot grasp. As the lunar eclipse intensifies, we are forced to confront where our obsession with control, with having everything neatly arranged, is crumbling. The structures we’ve relied on, the lines we've drawn, and the clear-cut answers we’ve held to are dissolving into the Piscean mist. Neptune’s ongoing presence in Pisces, further emphasised by Saturn's grounding influence, pulls us deeper into the fog, reminding us that some things are beyond our ability to organise or understand.

In this liminal space, where Virgoan exactness dissolves and Pisces reigns, we are faced with a stark choice: embrace the unknown or continue clinging to a sense of order that is rapidly falling apart. The Virgo Sun seeks to impose a myriad of excusatory reasons, but the Pisces Moon won’t have it, instinctively overpowers it by seeing right through the cold rationale, revealing that much of what we’ve held onto is nothing more than a well-constructed illusion. It’s the moment when the facade shatters, leaving us exposed and transparent (naked) to the emotional and spiritual truths that have been there all along.

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At the heart of this eclipse is a grand kite formation, with the Sun-Moon opposition as the spine and Pluto, Neptune, and Uranus in their final degrees. Pluto in Capricorn signals the breakdown of crumbling structures, Uranus in Taurus demands a radical shift in our values, and Neptune in Pisces dissolves illusions that can no longer serve. The eclipsed moon only accentuates that this is a major turning point: what cannot withstand the truth in our most personal interactions will be simply swept away, leaving only what is real and true. Adding to this, a T-square from Jupiter in Gemini increases the tension, pushing us to confront where our scattered beliefs have become bloated, where we’ve overextended ourselves, demanding that we cut through the grandiloquence of our rhetoric to find real, sustainable growth.

Ultimately, these eclipses are about far more than just closure or fresh starts—they reveal deep fissures in our phoney-world constructs, precipitating events that force us into irreversible transformation. As we let go of the need for control and surrender to the unknown, we find ourselves standing at the threshold of a new way of being, one that demands both spiritual and emotional honesty. This eclipse season is a profound call to embrace the dissolution of the familiar, to let the tides of Pisces wash away the illusions we've clung to, and to step into a more expansive, transformative phase of growth.

Step into the apotheosis of this moment and prepare to release what no longer serves, as these eclipses demand nothing less than total realignment.

Many blessings, have an amazingly empowering Lunar Eclipse xx"

[onawah]

VENUS/MARS Synodic Reset at 6°57′ Aquarius
February 27, 2024
ASTROLOGY OF NOW
https://angstoic.com/2024/02/jupiter-square-venus-mars/

(The description here of how relationships are morphing under the current astrological configurations is very helpful for this very early Baby Boomer (born in 1948) with Moon exalted in conservative Taurus. "Detached, Abstract, and Ideological" accurately describes what seems to be characterizing the newly manifesting paradigm of personal relationships, which seems very foreign, clinical and mechanical to me, and I can see how it is not easily breaking through the mold of traditional values. But just reading this accurate astrological portrayal of how and why it is manifesting is proving helpful. :nod:)

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The Venus-Mars cycle, occurring every two years, provides a compelling snapshot of our evolving approach to intimacy, sexuality, and connection. More than an ordinary planetary pair, Venus/Mars serves as our interrelational mirror, reflecting the subtle and not-so-subtle adaptations that shape how we relate to one another. Astrologer Reinhold Ebertin succinctly defines this cycle as embodying “the impulse to love” and “passion,” illuminating both the constructive and disruptive sides of desire. The recent cycles, starting with Virgo in 2015 and shifting into Aquarius in 2022 and 2024, mark a striking departure from the passionate and intimate, veering instead into the realms of the analytical, cerebral, and, dare I say, clinically detached. This is no accident; it’s a reflection of the profound socio-cultural changes driven by technology, ideological shifts, and our collective response to an increasingly complex world.

From Duty to Detachment: The Virgo Influence
The Venus-Mars synods in Virgo during 2015, 2017, and 2019 grounded relationships in the practical and tangible. Virgo, as an Earth sign, is not particularly interested in the florid displays of romance. Instead, it values consistency, predictability, and efficiency. Under Virgo, love is seen as a duty to be fulfilled, a structure to be maintained, and a task to be approached with precision. In this sense, Virgo’s influence leaned into relationships that were functional and supportive but often devoid of overt passion or spontaneity. This was a time when stability was paramount, and relationships were meant to work as well-oiled machines, fulfilling roles and responsibilities.

These Earth-bound cycles encouraged a model of love where intimacy was embedded in routine and security. This was a love that was methodical and industrious, prioritising tangible outcomes over emotional fulfilment. It was, in many ways, a response to societal anxieties that craved structure amid chaos. But Virgo’s influence, while reliable, can be emotionally restrained, with its propensity to overanalyse and its reluctance to embrace the unknown. The idea of love here was almost transactional — a partnership based on mutual benefit and careful attention to the fine print.

Enter Aquarius: The Rise of the Radical and Detached
Then came Aquarius, and with it, a seismic shift in the Venus-Mars dynamic. The cycles beginning in 2022 and continuing into the 2024-2026 episode, signalled an abrupt transition from the concrete and pragmatic to the abstract and idealised. Aquarius is an Air sign, and it’s as far from Virgo’s practical and grounded approach as one can get. Aquarius values independence, innovation, and the freedom to explore. Under this influence, relationships became less about duty and more about individual freedom. The Aquarian Venus-Mars cycles have brought forth an era of intellectual partnerships, where mental connection often outweighs physical closeness.

This is not the Aquarian energy of the flower child era, but rather a starkly futuristic version that is deeply entangled with technology, ideologies, and a persistent scepticism of emotional intimacy. The emphasis on independence and a cool detachment has created a landscape where relationships can feel almost mechanical — utilitarian unions that prioritise ideas over passion, and intellectual pursuits over physical connection. This is the influence that celebrates polyamory, non-traditional relationships, and even a kind of neo-asceticism where sexuality is more theoretical than felt. In this world, emotions can be seen as cumbersome, something to be analysed rather than experienced.

The Impact of Aquarius: Cold Calculation in Relationships
As Aquarius governs this cycle, relationships have taken on a tone that is almost clinical. The icy cold Aquarian influence pushes for unmitigated equality, but it’s an equality that often lacks any favouritism, warmth or tenderness. Aquarian love is fundamentally impersonal — it’s about the collective, the shared ideals, the sense of belonging to something bigger than oneself. But in its drive to build a new model of connection, Aquarius risks losing the essence of intimacy. Physicality becomes secondary, a mere byproduct of a connection that is more ideological than emotional.

We’re witnessing a trend where romantic interactions are increasingly shaped by technology, with attraction often governed by algorithms and interests sustained through shared intellectual pursuits rather than physical encounters. Passion has transformed from a raw, cinematically visceral desire of bygone eras and Hollywood novelas, but rather an avidity for utopian ideals and a fascination with the abstract, the unconventional, and the queer. This shift mirrors the burgeoning influence of online dating and virtual connections, which have created new pathways for forming relationships that are often detached from traditional physical interactions.

This evolution also aligns with the rise of DEI initiatives in love and art and the gradual mainstreaming of LGBTQ+ culture, which have expanded the definitions and expressions of love and identity into a whole new zone. These changes have fostered a collective re-examination of the fluidity of gender, sexuality, and belonging, creating a landscape where non-traditional and non-binary expressions of self are not only accepted but celebrated. The experimential and curious Aquarius (a-queerie-ass) Venus-Mars cycle dovetails with these shifts, favouring intellectual engagement, eccentricity, and communal ideals over conventional romance. It’s a landscape that increasingly prioritises identity, inclusivity, and progressive values, transforming the way we approach connection and intimacy in a world that is both hyper-connected and paradoxically detached.

The Aquarian Venus-Mars Cycles: Radical Innovation or Relational Sterility?
One cannot discuss this transition without considering the broader context. The activation of the Jupiter-Saturn Grand Conjunction at 0° Aquarius in December 2020 set the stage for a radical rethinking of societal structures. Venus and Mars in Aquarius tap into this energy, amplifying the push towards reform and innovation in terms of how we get excited with the world around us. Pluto’s recent hoverings near these degrees have brought a darker tone, highlighting the shadow side of these rapid changes. We’re grappling with a world where relationships can feel almost transactional, where personal connection is sacrificed on the altar of progress and intellectual purity.

Aquarius, with its focus on collective ideals, is inclined towards relationships that prioritise group identity over personal intimacy. It fosters a kind of connection that is less about the individual and more about the archetype — less about who you are as a person and more about what you represent within a broader social movement. This Aquarian cycle is almost paradoxical; it offers freedom but often feels limiting, as the emphasis on ideas and detachment can leave little room for the messy, visceral nature of true emotional connection. We see this reflected in the rise of relationships that are more about shared interests or political alignment than genuine emotional compatibility.

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This second Aquarius Venus-Mars cycle pushes the boundaries even further, forcing us to confront the tensions between radical detachment and traditional values. The square to Jupiter in Taurus amplifies this clash, pitting Aquarius’s quest for liberated, ideologically driven relationships against Taurus’s desire for stability, loyalty, and a more conservative view of intimacy. Jupiter in Taurus amplifies themes of security and tangible love, clinging to a time-honoured approach that celebrates connection through presence, physicality, and reliable devotion. But Aquarius is all about disruption, and under this aspect, we’re asked to let go of these conservative leanings in favour of an abstract, communal, and perhaps emotionally sterile ideal.

This cycle, with its tense square to Jupiter, isn’t subtle; it exposes the friction between progressive ideologies and the conservative morality that still holds sway for many. Aquarius would have us believe that connection can be achieved through shared ideas and collective identity alone, but Taurus balks, asserting that love requires more than intellectual alignment—it demands emotional and physical presence. In pushing for independence and universal connection, Aquarius effectively tests our comfort zones, asking us to abandon the security of deep, personal intimacy for something broader but less defined.

In this way, the current Venus-Mars cycle in Aquarius challenges us to re-evaluate our priorities. Are we ready to let go of the deeply personal connections that ground us, in favour of a relationship model that feels more like a social experiment than a partnership? With Taurus pulling us back to earthy, tangible realities and Aquarius urging us forward into the conceptual and detached, we’re at a crossroads. This cycle makes it clear that, in pursuing a liberated love devoid of traditional restraints, we may gain freedom but risk losing the warmth that comes from genuine human connection. As we move through this Aquarian cycle, the question looms: can the coolness of detachment truly satisfy, or will we eventually crave the intimacy and loyalty that only a grounded, Taurus-infused relationship can offer?

A New Era of Intimacy: Detached, Abstract, and Ideological
The transition from Virgo to Aquarius in the Venus-Mars cycles signals more than a shift in elemental focus; it reveals a remarkable thematic continuity. Virgo, the Earth sign of service, duty, and meticulous self-examination, mirrors Aquarius in its cerebral and often detached approach to intimacy. While Virgo grounds itself in earnest routines and practicality, Aquarius operates on the intellectual plane, but both signs share a certain coolness, perhaps a frigidity that prioritises order and thought-isms over raw passion and fiery emotion. Under three consecutive cycles in Virgo, we collectively primed ourselves to approach relationships with caution and a penchant for analysis, learning to discern usefulness over impulse, deriving satisfaction from stability and practicality rather than from messy emotional entanglement. These cycles inadvertently prepared us for Aquarius, which takes emotional detachment a step further, elevating it to a principle of full-blown liberation.

In Aquarius, this detachment from demonstrative entanglement becomes not just a method but a philosophy. Where Virgo clings to structure and the familiar as a means of control, Aquarius sheds these confines, promoting a sense of independence and collective identity over personal intimacy. The Aquarian Venus-Mars cycles challenge us to rethink relationships as projects of intellectual and ideological exploration, rather than emotional unions. In a sense, the three Virgo cycles acted as a rigorous training ground, familiarising us with the notion of impersonal love and practical connection. Now, in Aquarius, we have the temperament and tools to push beyond that, into relationships defined by shared visions, progressive values, and a deliberate disregard for convention. It’s as though Virgo’s careful, structured relationships have evolved into Aquarius’s communal experiment, where emotional vulnerability is a potential liability, and passion is channelled towards abstract ideals rather than individual connections.

In this second Aquarius Venus-Mars cycle, the promise of coolness and detachment as a pathway to connection will be the ultimate test. We are invited to let go of the moralising web of doctrines and expectations that traditional relationships often impose and embrace a more universal, less possessive notion of love. Aquarius teaches us that only by freeing ourselves from these constraints can we genuinely connect—not just with partners, but with a larger community, and perhaps, even with a more authentic sense of self. Yet, this freedom comes with a question: does detachment lead to true intimacy, or are we sacrificing depth for breadth? Navigating this Venus/Mars cycle might force us to decide whether the promise of open, universal connection can truly replace the grounding warmth of person-to-person intimacy or if, in our quest for progress, we’re not just abandoning the very essence of what it means to truly connect, but to be human. At some point down the road, this cycle will force us to confront a brutal choice: to reconcile the primal need for closeness with a cold, unyielding collective ideal that prizes independence over intimacy."

[onawah]

“Infernal Battles”: THE MARS/PLUTO OPPOSITION AT 29º
October 13, 2024
https://angstoic.com/2024/10/infernal-battles-the-mars-pluto-opposition-at-29o/

(This report fills in a lot of the rather yawning gaps that the last report left readers hanging in, :twitch: and makes the whole process of the current transitions seem, although challenging, at least more do-able. :nod:)
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"As Mars edges into its retrograde pre-shadow, poised to oppose Pluto, now direct but still clinging to the anaretic degree of Capricorn, we stand on the precipice of a profound showdown—an infernal struggle between the raw, unfiltered self and the crumbling edifice of patriarchal dominion. Pluto, entrenched in Capricorn’s last gasp, embodies the darkside father complex, an authoritarian spectre grasping desperately at control even as its foundations erode. Mars in Cancer, in its fall yet simmering with untapped emotional potency, challenges this dying order not with overt aggression but with the formidable force of unacknowledged vulnerability.

This cosmic duel reaches its first climax on November 3rd, a mere two days before the U.S. presidential election—a temporal synchronicity that feels anything but coincidental, given that it boils down to a battle of the sexes. The collective psyche is primed for upheaval, and the stars certainly seem to mirror this anticipation. Mars in Cancer, embodying the wounded masculine, confronts Pluto’s toxic patriarchy, forcing a confrontation with the shadow selves we’ve long suppressed. When men sidestep their own ingrained wounds and endemic issues, they become unwitting conduits of this systemic chaos; unexamined gender pain is not a dormant entity but a volatile force that seeps into the world, often harming those closest and who dare to stand opposite them. The refusal to delve inward transforms internal suffering into outward destruction, a haunting by shadows that manifest as anger, control, or chilling detachment. True strength lies not in the feigned absence of pain but in the courageous embrace of it—a confrontation that prevents inner turmoil from becoming a widespread calamity among the masses. And let’s be clear: those who’ve borne the brunt of this projected agony, who have been on the short end of the proverbial stick, are finally done shouldering that burden. The showdown between these two malefics at the 29th degree is the last straw before all hell breaks loose, and as we are about to see, a resolution, if there is to be one, is far from near.

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As Mars retrogrades, it opposes Pluto again on January 3rd, 2025, this time from the fiery threshold of Leo while Pluto steps firmly into Aquarius. Here, the narrative shifts—a battle between the self-assertive roar of Mars in Leo and the transformative, egalitarian undercurrents of Pluto in Aquarius. The archaic, atavistic impulses of Mars in Cancer—the primal drives to protect the clan, to procreate, to assert dominance for the preservation of the gene pool—are laid bare. Pluto acts as a corrosive agent, stripping Mars to his carnal nakedness, revealing not the noble warrior but the raw, unvarnished core of his motives. It’s an unmasking of man’s most primal survival instinct, a deconstruction of the most deeply rooted masculine archetype, the one that has long equated vulnerability with weakness. Within this exposure, the unconscious remnants of buried misogyny stir, revealing how, over countless iterations, the suppression of the feminine has been woven into the fabric of these survival impulses. Vulnerability, once dismissed as an inferior trait, now stands unveiled as the deeply feminine strength that this evolutionary leap demands, challenging the dominance-driven paradigm that has held sway for far too long.

By the final opposition in April 2025 at 3º Leo, we face a culmination—a forced reconciliation between the shadow and the self. Pluto in Aquarius demands an evolutionary leap, a redefinition of gender-based and primal identities. The old paradigms are disintegrating; the constructs that once dictated what it meant to ‘be a man’ are no longer tenable. The Martian impulse must evolve, shedding its attachment to domination and control, embracing instead a more integrated expression of strength—one that acknowledges emotion as a source of power rather than a liability.

Pluto’s journey through Capricorn has been a relentless excavation of patriarchal toxicity, unearthing the entrenched systems that perpetuate control and suppress authenticity. Its corrosive energy doesn’t merely destroy; it regenerates, compelling a rebirth from the ashes of outdated modes of being. In opposition, Mars cannot escape this transformative force. The warrior is compelled to confront his own shadows—the hidden fears, the unspoken traumas, the aggression that masks insecurity. This is a crucible moment, a psychological alchemy where the base metals of primal urges are transmuted into a more evolved expression of masculinity.

The implications of this transit ripple through the collective consciousness. As Mars and Pluto enact their cosmic dance, we are challenged to examine the ways in which unacknowledged pain perpetuates cycles of harm. The patriarchal structures symbolised by Capricorn have long enforced a stoic denial of emotional depth, particularly in men. Yet, this denial is unsustainable; what is repressed demands expression, often in destructive ways. The shadow cannot remain hidden indefinitely. Pluto ensures it surfaces, whether we’re prepared or not.

Entering the Aquarian age, we’re confronted with a paradigm shift. Aquarius heralds innovation, collective consciousness, a breaking away from the hierarchical in favour of the egalitarian. The traditional definitions of Mars—aggression, dominance, the solitary hero—are called into question. What does masculinity look like in a world that values collaboration over competition, vulnerability over invincibility? The evolutionary leap demanded is not just personal but species-wide. It’s a higher calling—perhaps a divine ultimatum—to redefine strength, to integrate the emotional with the physical, to recognise that the preservation of the tribe now depends not on conquest but on connection.

It’s fair to warn that this transit is more than any run-of-the-mill astrological event; it’s a powerfully intense mirror, held up to humanity’s face, reflecting the fractures and fissures we’ve long ignored. The toxic masculinity that has been allowed to fester is being dismantled, not gently but with the relentless force of Pluto’s transformative power. Mars must adapt or become obsolete, his traditional armour rendered useless against the demands of a new era. The evolutionary pressure is immense, but so too is the potential for growth.

In this intense cosmic interplay, we’re all participants. The shadow work demanded is arduous, unflinching. It requires us to delve into the depths we’ve avoided, to confront the unhealed wounds that, left unattended, poison not just ourselves but the collective well. The stakes are high, but the reward is profound—a chance to redefine what it means to be whole, to be human, to be connected in ways that honour both the individual and the collective.

As we navigate this turbulent passage, the imperative is clear: face the shadows, integrate the pain, and emerge transformed. The era of unchecked egos and unexamined motives is drawing to a close. Those who’ve been collateral damage in this prolonged avoidance are no longer willing to accept the status quo. The call to action is universal, transcending gender, demanding that we all participate in the collective healing. Because in the end, unexamined pain doesn’t just haunt the individual—it becomes the ghost that haunts us all.

MARS, now moving through its retrograde shadow, is heading straight into some heavy clashes. The first real hit builds up this Sunday/Monday as our masculine energy takes a shameful blow from both the SUN and CHIRON. At the same time, VENUS is preparing for some equally diabolical work before she makes her shift into righteously ordained Sagittarius late next week.

By next Thursday, as the Aries Supermoon axis intersects the Mars/Pluto opposition (Grand Cross), you might feel pulled in every which direction, perhaps more violently than usual, as if the cosmos is dragging you from all sides, screaming, “this is important! No, this is important! worry about this, no that, no forget you!” But the day is almost here when, exhausted to death, you’ll pull back your hand, place it firmly on your heart, and say, “No. This is what’s important.”

No one’s exempt from this energy. In the wake of the eclipses, these coming days lead us into Thursday’s Full Moon—the most intense Supermoon of the year."

[onawah]

Ultimate Libra/Capricorn Clash:End of “Woke”
October 23, 2024
ASTROLOGY OF NOW
https://angstoic.com/2024/10/oct-22-the-ultimate-libra-capricorn-clash-is-this-the-end-of-woke/

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"Oct 22 – The Ultimate Libra/Capricorn Clash: Is This the End of “Woke”?
As the Sun reaches the anaretic degree of Libra (29º), it delivers one last square to Pluto in Capricorn, marking the final act of a cycle that began in 2008 when Pluto first entered the authoritarian structures of Capricorn. For over a decade, Pluto has relentlessly excavated the archaic systems and norms that underpin societal hierarchies, especially those relating to power, status, and responsibility. Now, as we face the culmination of these energies, the stage is set for a seismic confrontation between Libra’s obsession with social harmony and Capricorn’s steadfast grip on institutional control. This moment in the Sun-Pluto cycle, a third-quarter square, poses a question that may leave many unsettled: is this the beginning of the end for “woke” culture?

In the wake of Pluto’s transformative march through Capricorn, our collective relationship to authority and prestige has undergone a slow disintegration. Institutions that once stood as unassailable markers of respectability have either been fiercely defended or systematically dismantled. This unravelling has forced people to extreme positions—either fully embracing traditional values or rejecting them outright, leaving little middle ground. Capricorn’s blueprint for success—built on endurance, status, and rigid social roles—has been deeply questioned by Pluto’s excavation, stripping away its polished exterior and exposing the often vacuous core beneath. What we now see is the debris of these long-held ideals, with increasing disillusionment towards societal standards that once seemed unshakeable.

Amidst this, Libra’s frantic need to be proper, politically correct, and socially acceptable persists. As the Sun sits at the final degree of this sign, it embodies Libra’s last-ditch, desperate attempt to maintain its veneer of grace, virtue, and performative alliances, even as those very efforts seem to be unravelling before our eyes. This square to Pluto signals the death knell of the old game, where external approval and the alignment with social movements—often for the sake of preserving one’s own position—are wielded as tools for power. Libra’s darker tendencies—superficial harmony, obsession with appearances, and compulsive codependency—are now being ruthlessly exposed by Pluto’s demand for truth and authenticity.

The mix of Libra’s propriety and Capricorn’s censorious nature has, over time, fused into the most egregious form of social admonishment—what we’ve come to call “cancel culture.” What began as a collective push for accountability has been warped into a culture of public shaming, where social graces and virtue signalling are weaponised as a means of social control. The relentless pursuit of political correctness, not out of genuine conviction but out of fear of reprimand, has turned society into a theatre of performative morality. People align with causes, not from the depths of personal belief, but from a desire to avoid the social guillotine.

As Capricorn’s structures collapse, the performative alliances, virtue signalling, and posturing of Libra look increasingly hollow. People aren’t buying it anymore. The social dynamic of “cancelling”—that censorious mechanism where individuals are punished for not aligning with the dominant narrative—has lost its power. Its roots in Capricornian systems of authority, blended with Libra’s need for societal approval, created an environment where conformity was enforced through public humiliation. Yet Pluto’s stripping away of the façade reveals the growing disconnect between outward behaviour and inner reality.

Pluto’s journey through Capricorn has been about laying bare the truth. Layer by layer, it has peeled away the masks, revealing uncomfortable truths about how we operate within these societal frameworks. It’s a confrontation not just with social structures, but with the very performance of virtue that has dominated the Libra ethos. The third-quarter square is a crisis point in this Sun-Pluto cycle—a moment where the hollowness of these performances becomes undeniable, and the cracks in the social game are exposed.

For those who have built their identities on performative alliances or virtue signalling, this moment is deeply uncomfortable. It’s a reckoning, where the ability to maintain one’s social standing through performance collapses. In the shadow of Pluto’s uncompromising gaze, no amount of charm, diplomacy, or moral posturing can conceal the truth. The veneers that once sufficed—aligning with the latest social movements, outward displays of virtue—are now stripped away. Libra, with its endless pursuit of external validation, finds itself confronted by Capricorn’s harsher, more authentic demands: where do you stand when the social games are over?

Coinciding with this is the South Node’s final run through Libra, punctuated by the eclipses of this period, which serves as a karmic reckoning of Libra’s most negative expressions. The South Node urges us to release those toxic traits—codependency, the fear of disapproval, the compulsion to mould oneself to fit the prevailing narrative for fear of rejection. These eclipses, aligned with the tail end of Pluto in Capricorn, seem almost prophetic, pushing us to abandon the superficial and self-serving aspects of Libra that have kept us from true transformation.

At 29º Libra, there is a frantic energy—a last, desperate attempt to hold onto the crumbling status quo. It’s the final push to milk the social game for all it’s worth, throwing everything at the wall in a futile attempt to maintain control. But as Pluto prepares to leave Capricorn and move into Aquarius, the shift is palpable. The game, as we’ve known it, is over. Performative morality, political correctness for the sake of appearance, and the wielding of social alliances to maintain one’s position are becoming irrelevant in the face of a demand for truth. The censoriousness of “cancel culture” is on its last legs, as the structures that upheld it lose their grip on collective consciousness.

This clash between Libra and Capricorn—between social propriety and institutional authority—marks the end of an era where outward appearances held more weight than inner truth. As we prepare to enter a new phase, one that will see the Sun-Pluto square shift into fixed signs, the battle will no longer be about performance versus structure, but a deeper, more enduring confrontation between personal values and collective transformation. Those who relied on performative measures to stay relevant will find themselves increasingly irrelevant as the demand for depth, truth, and authenticity becomes the new standard of power. For those clinging to the old ways, the disappointment will be swift and complete, as the era of façades gives way to disillusionment and the stark reality that remains."

[onawah]

"Day of Reckoning": The NEW MOON at 09°35' SCORPIO, Friday, November 1, 2024, 12:48 UTC
Ang Stoic
Oct 31, 2024
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"We are not negotiators but harbingers of truth; this lunation is no truce but a judgment day, a call for the reckoning we can no longer delay.

Under the shadowed chasms of this November's New Moon in Scorpio, we find ourselves venturing into one of the most psychologically intense lunations of the year. At 9°35' Scorpio, this New Moon embodies Scorpio's relentless hunger for emotional truth, dragging us toward hidden corners and down long, dark corridors, where secrets are stored and power is negotiated. Of course, Scorpio doesn’t ask for your trust nicely—its enormous overestimation of its power mandates your undivided engagement, plunging you deep into the caverns of your own psyche for some hardcore excavation, compelling you to face layers of yourself that you've consciously—or subconsciously—held back. Scorpio, as the Moon's "fall," intensifies our defences and ignites urges that, if left unchecked, could turn into compulsive behaviours or masked emotions.

In the all-consuming cauldron of Scorpio, emotions morph from fleeting feelings into forces, gripping you with a ferocity that doesn’t let go easily. One gets the sense that the time for superficial explorations is done; you're now summoned to witness the underbelly of your most demonic desires, terrifying fears, and morbid insecurities. Perfect for a bit of Halloween mood-setting, really. It is Scorpio's interminable drive for intensity that often translates into an addictive need for power and control over emotions—whether our own or over others—a survival instinct rooted in fear of vulnerability. Yet, the paradox lies in Scorpio’s ultimate demand: to relinquish control, wholly submit one’s ego and become consumed by the alchemical processes of transformation. As such, this New Moon may expose where you've held back from complete vulnerability, either through jealousy, possessiveness, or a guarded fear of loss. In any drama, the invitation to strip away layers of emotional armour and examine what lies beneath is exhilarating as it is frightful, a kind of spiritual trick or treat, for real.

In relationships, this lunar phase marks a crucial turning point, a pressure point even, where, after the spate of recent eclipses/lunations, the need for emotional depth and authenticity either binds you closer to a partner or painfully exposes what you’ve tried to ignore, in which sense sealing an ultimate demise. Scorpio’s desire for absolute commitment can veer into obsession, where lines blur between self and other. Under this New Moon, you may feel the irresistible magnetic pull toward a person or situation that demands you to fully immerse, challenging your capacity to balance independence and autonomy with the sacredness and power only entrusted in a Scorpionic union. If you’ve resisted such intensity in relationships, this Scorpio Moon may draw out long-suppressed emotions, conjuring a most timely reckoning with the psychological drives you’ve tried to keep hidden.

Yes, Scorpio energy is like a furnace, intensifying the heat upon whatever it touches, be it love, resentment or disgust. One cannot resist the depths of emotion Scorpio offers, for it only stores away energy that festers and resurfaces as domination, manipulation, or subtle sabotage. Repression under Scorpio is never a quiet process; it compounds and, ultimately, erupts. This Mars/Pluto-ruled New Moon encourages you to find new methods of emotional alchemy, transforming possessiveness and hidden resentments into creative fuel. By taking on the abrasiveness of Scorpio’s ego-excoriating realm, you learn to work with emotional power rather than against it, directing your will toward constructive outcomes instead of projecting turmoil onto others.

VECTORS OF REALITY (Aspects to the New Moon)
The sesquisquare to Neptune generates an undercurrent of ambiguity, heightening your sensitivity to emotional cues while blurring the line between intuition and illusion. This Neptune aspect subtly pulls at the edges of clarity, tempting you toward escapist fantasies that might feel soothing but could interfere with the raw honesty Scorpio requires. The result is a dynamic tug-of-war between grounding your emotions in concrete intentions and drifting into vague yearnings for something just out of reach. Together, these influences create a psychological crucible where only the strongest, most authentic insights can emerge. With both planets in water signs, this lunation demands an intricate balancing act, challenging you to work within the paradox of stability and surrender, caution and intuition, as you forge a path that respects both the shadows and the light within.

Meanwhile, the water trine from retrograde Saturn in Pisces amplifies this Scorpio New Moon with an anchoring force, stabilising its intense energies and demanding a pause to reassess commitments. Saturn’s retrograde influence creates a tension between the desire for total emotional immersion and the need for disciplined, realistic boundaries, tempering the Moon’s impulsive leanings with a steady, unhurried energy that calls for measured self-reflection. The focus on foundations is clear: only what is grounded in sustained effort and mature understanding will withstand the test of time.

FACED WITH OPPOSITION (Concurrent Factors)
A series of oppositions during this Scorpio lunation creates a forcefield of intensity that draws every shadow, unspoken desire, and latent potential out into the open, pushing relationships and intentions to the edge of transformation or fracture. Oppositions force confrontations with the “other,” making us face the reflection of our deeper motives and emotional undercurrents through the dynamics they create with those around us. With the Scorpio Moon, these oppositions embody the all-or-nothing nature of Scorpio energy, where engagements with others become a battlefield for emotional survival or a crucible for rebirth. The Mars-Pluto opposition at the anaretic degree—the critical final degree—embodies this notion to an extreme, as Mars, Scorpio’s traditional ruler, meets its modern counterpart, Pluto, in an ultimate face-off of force and willpower. Here, the stakes are excruciatingly high, leaving no room for half-hearted efforts; this is a line in the sand, a “gun to the head” moment that unremittingly requires either complete and utter change or the release of destructive attachments that no longer serve a higher purpose.

In this setting, Mars in Cancer and Pluto in Capricorn test the very foundations of how we assert power within our lives, both personal and collective. Their tense opposition exposes where control has calcified into oppression or where protective instincts have become corrosive fears. This will not stand, this aggression. A concurrent opposition of Mercury and Uranus in fixed signs Scorpio and Taurus adds to this doggedly adamant turmoil, a powerful clash between uncompromising viewpoints, where communication is volatile, potentially brilliant, yet ripe for bitter misunderstandings. In such an environment, interactions are less about amiable dialogue and more a relentless pursuit of truth that seeks to cut through niceties, forcing a most uncomfortable re-evaluation of deeply held beliefs. As Mercury confronts Uranus’s disruptive influence, expect revelations that upend old routines or provoke confrontations around staid values, an energy that demands breaking out of age-old mental entrenchments and rigid perspectives.

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From these two opposition, two Grand Water Kites, each with distinct focal points—Pluto in Capricorn and Uranus in Taurus—create dynamic channels for unprecedented culturally induced mutations within this intense opposition-laden landscape. Pluto's Kite, involving Mars in Cancer, Neptune in Pisces, and Mercury in Scorpio, offers a powerful release valve for the control struggles between Mars and Pluto, grounding any contentiously confrontational power dynamics in emotional resilience and psychological insight. Meanwhile, Uranus’s Kite channels the Uranus-Mercury opposition’s intellectual tension into creative, intuitive solutions. Neptune's involvement in both Kites brings empathy and depth, softening abrupt revelations with a spiritual lens. Together, these Kites offer channels to transform raw power clashes into adaptive, insightful change, balancing upheaval with a steady flow of introspection and emotional integration.

Amplifying this tension, Venus and Pallas Athena opposing retrograde Jupiter in Gemini intensify the rhetoric of dynamic tension, exposing the polarity between boundless ideals and mutable boundaries within relationships. This aspect magnifies the inner and outer struggle between principled beliefs and flexible, adaptable understandings, particularly in areas of social justice, gender norms, and intellectual freedom. Venus in Sagittarius, joined by Pallas Athena’s strategic, visionary influence, seeks higher purpose and unbridled expression, while Jupiter in Gemini is pulled between divergent narratives and viewpoints, unable to consolidate into a single truth. This opposition pulls at the structures of relationships and social dynamics, highlighting imbalances and calling for a reassessment of where values align or diverge. Supporting this recalibration, a subtle fire sextile from Chiron in Aries introduces an unprecedented healing pathway for autonomy and self-assertiveness, in some sense triggering old wounds that must be mended, laying down the groundwork for collective shifts as Chiron nears Eris—a conjunction that, by 2025, could spark waves of social upheaval and protest before some degree of appeasement could quell the enraged and wounded beast of transgenerational pain that we each carry within.

“VOTE WITH YOUR FEET” - A Synopsis
As the Scorpio New Moon pulls us into its chthonic depths, the coming days/weeks portend a serious reckoning brewing in the public consciousness—a collective judgment of power, agency, and truth that echoes across political and personal divides that have torn us apart alike. With Scorpio’s hunger for authenticity fuelling an existential need to strip down facades, this lunation finds fertile ground in the chaotic atmosphere preceding the US election.

As two ambitious candidates vie to become the embodiment of a nation’s future, the Scorpio Moon’s shadow casts doubt on political theatrics, igniting a need to look past promises and unearth the grit behind institutional failures. This lunation commands a no-nonsense, primal response to disillusionment, prompting individuals to act in wholehearted alignment with their convictions, knowing that mere words from polished podiums are as hollow as the crumbling structures they represent. Scorpio’s influence in the current climate reminds us that true change arises not from rhetoric but from a collective decision to redefine what and who is worthy of our trust.

"Vote with your feet," they say, and as Mars crabwalks toward Cancer’s anaretic degree, homies are compelled sideways by sheer raw instinct—propelled by an almost primal revulsion against superficial displays of authority.

The diminishing influence of institutional powers is reflected in what, by the end of this weekend, becomes a wave of growing public disillusionment, where even in the most pivotal contexts, those still clinging to establishment narratives will struggle to hold ground. Pluto's corrosive process is nearly done. Only that which could stay gold will stand.

This Mars-Pluto opposition (Nov 3) manifests as a silent rebellion against the inauthentic structures that demand allegiance without offering real substance, leading people to turn their backs and retreat into the safety of personal conviction and communal truth over the hollowness of corporate-driven, fear-induced authoritarian directives of Capricorn. The patriarch who cannot keep his household upstanding, nor his folk united can not stand.

With only days to go in Capricorn, this will be the final opposition Pluto has, which indeed marks the imminent collapse of the power of those phoney legacy models, like old media, its anointed celebs or its corporate-sponsored political figures as stewards and gatekeepers of public sentiment, discourse and policy. We can see this now, as the rise of socials and independent media—the collective voice of the people—now sets the agenda, demanding stories that resonate with real, personal concerns, not those spun by charismatic figures parroting corporate agendas.

The battlegrounds in this ideological struggle are telling: powerful seats, maven influencers, and persuasive groups, once steadfastly aligned with the dictates of mainstream perspectives, now show little appetite for the same bull**** narratives. The impishly cringed-out Mars in Cancer, opposing Pluto’s final, desperate 'Dæth-Star' grip in Capricorn, symbolises the instinctive pull to reject top-down influence. People are no longer swayed by polished scripts; they seek raw, unfiltered truth, accessible through gritty citizen journalism and decentralised voices. They vote with their feet, by turning and walking away.

In this moment, the confluence of these oppositions—Mercury versus Uranus, Venus/Pallas Athena versus retrograde Jupiter in Gemini—adds turbo fuel to the revolutionary fervour gripping both the collective and the personal. Oppositions are known to intensify polarisation and breed "othering," but they also strip illusions, making intentions transparent. In a flash, we see through each other’s motives, dissolving power games and inviting true empowerment. Old channels of communication fracture, yet the craving for unorthodox thinking and expansive perspectives grows, fuelling a surge in collective and individual agency. When one side finally ceases the finger-pointing, a genuine movement towards unity can begin, clearing the way for a meaningful rescue operation.

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For now, this collective erosion of trust in institutional voices, this avalanche of dissent, shows the power of Pluto's overarching grip in dismantling power structures. Once-revered institutions—the courts, the media, political hierarchies—now buckle under the weight of public disdain, facing a quiet yet unstoppable exodus, as Mars in Cancer drives individuals toward authenticity over contrived authority. Just as no single party in an intimate relationship should wield absolute control, corporate entities dictating narratives and beliefs are seeing their influence draw its final breath. Every symbol of eroded power, every waning margin of influence, marks a rejection of systems that, under Pluto’s scrutiny, have become remote and obsolete.

The enduring intensity of Mars in Cancer, now only weeks away from stationing to retrograde, reminds us that the collective voice has awakened, more powerful than any anointed custodian This portends a judgement day for those corporate-backed symbols of control; the old machinery remains, but through the recent period of micro-aggressions, Mars unconsciously drives people to choose the real over the scripted and rehearsed, bringing the era of corporatised media influence to its knees with an almighty judgment that will be felt for generations.

IN CLOSING
This Scorpio New Moon is a rare invitation to face the shadows that have held us in their grip, offering a potent reset for the soul. Here, transformation is not about armouring up; it’s about expanding your emotional vocabulary, embracing the vulnerability in your depths, and drawing on the wisdom of your softer undercurrents. In the latest lunation horoscopes and New Moon intentions (links below), we explore how these cosmic influences may manifest in each zodiac sign, offering distinct guidance and insight to empower you on your journey forward. Under Scorpio’s intense gaze, you’re urged to harness these raw, primal energies to fuel growth and resilience rather than destruction and denial.

This lunation is your call to redefine power from within. It’s a moment to reclaim control of your inner world, not by wielding it over others but by aligning it with your truth. In this process, you may unearth resilience beyond measure, a strength that only arises from the courage to embrace your own shadows. With the Scorpio New Moon as your guide, you’ll find clarity, self-mastery, and a profound understanding of what it means to truly own your power—in love, ambition, and self-discovery alike. This is your moment; choose wisely, act fearlessly, and emerge renewed."

[onawah]

"Circuit-Breaker": The TAURUS SUPERMOON at 24°♉01', Friday, November 15, 2024, 21:29 UTC
Ang Stoic
Nov 14, 2024
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"With Uranus, life circumstances carry an element of surprise, so be set for the unexpected: rude awakenings, sudden insights, abrupt changes in mood, decisions that feel like they come out of nowhere.
For all you stalwarts who steadfastly refuse to budge from your cushy little zones of comfort, and for the madcap revolutionaries out there, hell-bent on enacting drastic upheaval—or perhaps even seeking a touch of revenge—the cosmos has a couple of catalytic surprises up its sleeve. These are epic times, and they’re happening now as the universe throws down some celestial gauntlets that could shake even the most unflappable among us. So brace yourselves, my fellow travellers; strap in tightly now: the last Supermoon of 2024 arrives not as a gentle minder but as a cosmic circuitbreaker, breaking all stalemates and igniting dynamic detonations that will set our trajectory into the new age.

The last Supermoon of 2024 is certainly not pulling any punches. Occurring in the late degrees of steadfast Taurus and tightly conjunct with the unruly energy of an undignified Uranus, this Full Moon sets the stage for a dramatic face-off between the immovable and the unstoppable. As it opposes the intense Scorpio Sun, it seems we're thrust into a maelstrom of conflicting energies that threaten to pry us away from our dearest attachments and compel us to confront the uncomfortable truths we've been avoiding.

The Implacable Clash of Fixed Forces: Taurus Vs Scorpio
Taurus and Scorpio together represent one of the zodiac’s most unyielding dynamics. It’s a clash of persistence versus obsession, possession versus consumption, the stolid determination of fixed earth meeting the searing intensity of water. Taurus wants comfort, constancy, and a steady path forward, keeping life tangible and predictable. Scorpio thrives on the undercurrents—the secrets, the manipulations, the shadows that Taurus often tries to ignore. This fixed-polarity opposition means each side clings to its own reality: Taurus to its grounding, Scorpio to its lust to devour to the point of metamorphosis.

And therein lies the crux of this lunation. Under the glaring light of the Taurus Full Moon, we’re shown where we unconsciously cling too hard to comforts that have long since outlived their purpose. Perhaps it’s a relationship, a career path, a lifestyle or a personal belief that we hold onto for security or dread of the foreign or unknown. Taurus, stubborn and self-sufficient, is willing to endure almost anything to avoid the chaos of change. But Scorpio, ever watchful, pushes us to examine the things we’d rather leave buried, exposing every ounce of the emotional and psychological baggage that weighs us down.

For some, this may bring a reckoning in relationships—a time when unresolved resentments, buried insecurities, and possessive tendencies rise to the surface. The interchange is always confronting, and fixed signs seldom yield without breaking. This is no time for half-measures; either we face our own dark sides or risk the relationship being torn apart under the strain. For others, this Full Moon might bring intense introspection, a painful awareness of where we’ve been blocking our own growth out of fear. This polarity demands we confront where our desire for security has become an excuse to avoid the very work that Scorpio represents: the uncomfortable but necessary journey of self-knowledge and continued transformation.

Electrified Earth Moon/Uranus: Breaking up to Break Free
Now, here’s where things get a little more... unpredictable. Taurus loves the comfort of knowing what’s coming next, but with Uranus in the house, the planet of shocks and upsets, the past 6 years or so, has been far from the usual routine. Not surprisingly, a full Moon-Uranus conjunction throws a gnarly curveball into the mix, delivering a jolt to the otherwise steady Taurus energy. This isn’t the kind of lunation that, if affected, you can glide through unscathed. There’s a hard, head-on confrontation with the parts of your life that have fossilised. For anyone resisting change, this Full Moon pulls out the cosmic crowbar, wrenching apart the places in our lives that have become too small, too dumb, too slow and restrictive, and too predictable.

Emotionally, this aspect shakes the core. Expect to feel ungrounded, maybe even radicalised to the point of rebellion. It’s the inner urge to break from the norm, to embrace the unknown even if it feels uncomfortable. With Uranus, life circumstances always carry an element of surprise, so be prepared for the unexpected: rude awakenings, sudden insights, abrupt changes in mood, or decisions that feel like they come out of nowhere. For some, this might mean a break from relationships that have outlived their growth potential; for others, it could mean an unexpected opportunity or epiphany that jolts you to rethink your path entirely.

Yet, there’s an undeniable freedom that comes with this lunation. Uranus, ever the liberator, encourages us to let go of what’s no longer vital, to strip away the old structures and patterns that bind us. While this process is unnerving, it can also be profoundly freeing. The aim isn’t to cause chaos for the sake of it but to release you from the structures that no longer serve your highest purpose. In the days surrounding this Full Moon, pay attention to those moments of clarity and instinct, however disruptive they might feel. Sometimes, the things we resist or deny the most are the very things we need to welcome and embrace.

Against All Odds: Opposition to the Scorpio Sun
Over the past month, the Sun in Scorpio has increasingly plunged us into a realm where superficial comforts and easy answers simply just won’t cut it. Scorpio energy is extreme, often violent, demanding an uncompromising look beneath the surface, unearthing everything we’ve buried, forcing us to confront the shadows within ourselves—the fierce desires, the hidden grudges, the unspoken motives. Rather than dabbling about, it insists on the whole truth, raw and undiluted. Opposing this is the Full Moon in Taurus, typically steady and content, but now radicalised by Uranus into a bullish state of agitation. Under Uranus’s influence, Taurus’s mild, conservative nature becomes unsettled, forced to put its foot down to preserve the very comforts it normally relies upon. This dynamic creates a tension where the familiar security of Taurus meets the upheaval of Uranian independence—a clash that urges each of us to redefine what “safety” truly means.

This opposition introduces an internal struggle between the Sun’s transformative pull and the Moon’s obstinate resistance to change. If you’re clinging to a stagnant role, relationship, or way of being, this lunation may bring that whole deal to a breaking point. Scorpio, ruthlessly relentless in its pursuit of truth, forces a reckoning with even our most precious attachments, demanding we take a deep, life-or-death look at the ways in which we’ve allowed ourselves to stagnate. Surprisingly, the Bull, though typically resistant to change, now feels an impulsive urge to break free, yet remains uncertain of what lies on the other side. This creates a unique tension between Taurus’s desire for self-sufficiency and the push for a full-scale transformative evolution. The Moon needs continuity but is simultaneously charged with the awareness that true security cannot be achieved by clinging to the past.

The only solution here is a “revolutionary integration.” By grounding Scorpio’s transformative power in Taurus’s earthy strength, we find a way to make change feel stabilising, not chaotic. This lunation asks for an honest appraisal of what truly holds value in your life and what has become a hollow comfort. Are you clinging to a false notions of stability, something that restricts your growth? If so, Scorpio’s intensity will force you to either let go or endure increasingly uncomfortable tension. This Full Moon demands we take the bull by the horns, conduct a raw self-assessment, a choice to evolve beyond familiar but stifling routines, and to redefine security on our own terms, unshackling stagnation into grounded, purpose-driven release from the expired or decaying matter in our lives which has become dead weight.

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The Broader Context: Pluto Edges into Aquarius and Saturn Stations in Pisces
Beyond this lunation, the larger astrological topography is primed for some yet unseen grand scale transformations. Scorpio’s ruler, Pluto, the planet of profound, unyielding change, is poised to enter Aquarius on November 20, a shift that signals the end of traditional hierarchies and a move toward collective empowerment and innovation. Pluto’s tenure in Capricorn has been a profound excavation, unearthing the decay within our societal structures: corruption, inequality, and abuse of authority. Now, as Pluto prepares to exit Capricorn, it leaves us with a crucial question: what have we unearthed in this time, and are we ready to apply those hard-won insights in building what comes next?

The transition from Capricorn to Aquarius harkens the close of an era steeped in authority based on status, patriarchal traditions, and rigid hierarchy. Aquarius, the sign of reform and progress, will champion a more egalitarian society, where individuality is respected within the framework of the collective. This won’t be easy as each of us clings to remnant of past structures, we all have much invested in the old, but as we shall see, the universal call will be to abandon outdated models, crumblings systems and adopt forward-thinking, inclusive values. This shift won’t be seamless; on the precipice of this new epoch, all that still clings to Capricorn’s conservative grasp will face the relentless Uranian forces of Aquarian change, dismantling anything that resists evolution and the march of futurism.

As Saturn stations direct in Pisces, its tense semi-square to Pluto marks a critical inflection point, one that crystallises our struggle between maintaining control and embracing collective adaptability. Traditionally ruling Capricorn and, in older texts, Aquarius, Saturn strives to create order, but in the elusive sign of Pisces, this control meets resistance, dissolving into realms that evade simple structure. The semi-square to Pluto intensifies this friction, highlighting our epochal need to pivot from individual ambition and rigid systems toward a collaborative resilience that prioritises shared, adaptable frameworks. Saturn’s lesson in Pisces is clear: survival now hinges on our ability to build structures that don’t just withstand, but thrive within, fluidity. As we step into the dawning age of Pluto in Aquarius, the demand is for a resilient solidarity, where individual control yields to collective empowerment—yet, this won’t be an easy transition. The old instinct to preserve personal autonomy battles fiercly against the call to surrender some individual entitlements for a more equitable, group-oriented future. Mars’s entry into Leo further intensifies this dynamic, as it heads toward another opposition to Pluto (Jan 6, 2025), stoking a fierce tension between indignant self-assertion and the forces that press for collective conformity.

Short-Term Perils and Dangers (Nov-Dec)
The Taurus Full Moon, conjunct Uranus, drives this ‘cicuit-breaker’point home with an urgent insistence: the time to cling to restrictive paradigms has ended. Uranus, awakening us to our limitations, demands that we strip away the false sense of stability found in brittle, outdated systems. Under this lunation’s light, we are confronted with the profound reality that traditional, man-made security installations can no longer hold. Pluto's final degrees in Capricorn, accompanied by Uranus’s electric influence, urge us to prepare for swift and radical upheaval.

Venus, Taurus’s ruler and currently in Capricorn, plays an essential role in this lunation’s transformative intensity. Venus is at her most authoritative and unromantic here and her quincunx to Mars in Leo challenges our ability to harmonise personal values with assertive action, exposing where personal agendas may conflict with collective demands. This aspect introduces friction between self-satisfaction and relational dynamics, particularly where individual pride clashes with the need to compromise. The square to Vesta further emphasises a confrontation with our own devotion and commitment: are our values aligned with our actions, or are they simply indulgent distractions from deeper responsibilities?

Mars’s tense opposition to Pluto amplifies these themes of power and conflict, intensifying our drive for self-assertion not through anger and rage but through surrender. It’s a pressure-cooker aspect that demands we confront how we wield influence—whether our power is constructive or whether it risks devolving into dominance and manipulation. Mars’s semi-square to Jupiter exacerbates this impatience, inciting impulsive decisions and an overconfidence that may lead us down risky paths, especially if we resist the necessity of cooperative change. Still, it’s what’s got to be done to get cracking.

In the collective context, this Full Moon carves a glaring mark through existing societal structures, dragging outdated economic systems, stale hierarchies, and restrictive political frameworks into stark exposure. Under Pluto’s penetrating gaze, these institutions face a crucial test: do they genuinely serve the greater good, or are they relics of a past that can no longer sustain us? With Uranus tightly aligned with the Moon, the message is clear: drastic changes are not a matter of “if” but “when,” and they are likely to come swiftly and without compromise. We stand at a precipice, gripped by the decaying framework of the past, facing the dizzying drop toward a future that demands radical realignment. The raw, unflinching beauty of this moment is its ruthless push into an uncharted paradigm—unsettling, relentless, and alien, yet undeniably emerging into our reality, demanding we adapt or risk being overwhelmed by its force. Every unresolved wound, every unexamined attachment, every illusion of control is brought to the surface, challenging us to evolve or risk disintegration.

Practical Takeaways: What to Do Under This Taurus Full Moon
Challenge Stagnation: If there’s an area of your life where you’ve been stuck, this is the time to break free. Ask yourself where you’ve been holding on out of habit or fear, and consider what it might look like to release that grip. Change doesn’t have to be chaotic, but it does require courage and one executive action.

Welcome the Unknown: Uranus’s influence means things might not go according to plan, and that’s okay. Trust that letting go of rigid expectations can open you up to possibilities you hadn’t considered.

Evaluate Relationships: The Taurus-Scorpio polarity brings a focus on power dynamics in relationships. Are you holding on to someone for security, or is it time to let go? This Full Moon may illuminate hidden tensions, giving you the clarity needed to make changes.

Reassess Values: Venus in Capricorn asks you to get serious about what really matters. Take a look at where you’re investing your energy and whether it aligns with your long-term goals. Are you goals even realisable? This is a time to prioritise commitment to ‘what is’ over habitual conveniences.

Prepare for the Long Game: With Pluto shifting into Aquarius, we’re entering a new epoch, one filled with revolutions and upheavals. The changes you make now are part of a larger transformative process which leaves you thoroughly detached from the past and all its woes. Think beyond the immediate and consider how your actions align with the person you’re trying to become.

Tailor-Made Guidance
As Pluto sits on the edge of Capricorn, ready to dive into Aquarius, we’re facing a massive societal shift. The structures that have held sway for decades—if not centuries—are beginning to crack under the weight of their own rigidity. This Taurus Full Moon, with its Uranian spark, amplifies that revolutionary message. There’s no time left to cling to outdated systems or to rely on superficial solutions. The cosmic circuit-breaker is flipping the switch, urging us to step into a new paradigm where stability comes from within and transformation is adopted with anticipation, not fear.

Much love, and many blessings for the Supermoon xx "

[onawah]

“Quiver In The Haze” The NEW MOON at 9°33′ Sagittarius
Sunday, December 1, 2024, 06:21 UTC
November 30, 2024
ASTROLOGY OF NOW
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"On 1 December 2024, at 06:21 UTC, the Sagittarius New Moon forms at 9°33’; its galactic bowstring drawn taut, ready to emit a fiery promise of optimism and ambition. But promises mean nothing under skies like these. What should be a moment of boundless enthusiasm and grand vision is caught in a tangled web of planetary forces, each pulling at the fabric of this lunation, threatening to bring the Archer unstrung. Far from the usual, freedom-loving, idealistic lunation that Sagittarius delivers—this event finds us in a storm of contradictions, frustrations, and outright chaos. It becomes hard to focus on our lofty dreams when circumstances demand we focus on fundamental survival, forcing us to face the uncomfortable truths we’ve long avoided while grappling to find meaning in a world increasingly fractured and fraught with uncertainty.

Sagittarius: The Visionary Under Siege
Sagittarius is a sign of grand narratives and sweeping ideals. It’s where we lift our gaze from the immediate grind and aim for something bigger, something transcendent. It’s the preacher, the philosopher, the wanderer who longs to connect the dots of existence into a coherent story. The Sagittarius New Moon is supposed to be a moment of renewal for these aspirations, a time to set intentions that align with freedom, wisdom, and purpose. But under this lunation, those ideals feel like they’re choking on their own doublespeak and over-bloated hubris.

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Why? Because this is Sagittarius under siege. Its ruling planet, Jupiter, is stuck retrograding in Gemini, the sign of its detriment. Gemini, the trickster, fragments what Sagittarius fights to unify. What should be a laser-sharp vision—a coherent message that rings true and inspires—dissolves into a kaleidoscope of disjointed ideas, shallow distractions, and an endless cacophony of trivia and noise. The opposition between the New Moon and Jupiter creates a punishing struggle between depth and superficiality, between the drive to find meaning and the temptation to drown in the deluge of digital detritus. Grand intentions devolve into half-baked schemes, while our mental focus fractures in a thousand directions. To complicate matters, Mercury, ruler of Gemini, is retrograde and directly opposing Jupiter. The quest to uncover the truth becomes almost blindsided as we cling to even the faintest shred of it in a world hell-bent on seducing us with its sophistries and clever distractions.

This tension is more than personal—it’s cultural, political, and existential. The mutability of the Sagittarius-Gemini axis highlights the chaos of competing narratives we live in today: the mindless natter we exchange, endless media cycles whose contradictory narratives indoctrinate us with polarising ideologies, and the relentless pressure to perform intellectual agility in a world that rewards exchanging soundbites over cultivating substance. This lunation forces us to ask: are we even capable of discerning the bigger picture anymore, or have we become too mentally fragmented to see beyond our immediate whims and fancies?

Saturn’s Iron Grip: Dreams Constrained by Reality
As if the Sagittarius-Jupiter opposition weren’t enough, Saturn in Pisces swoops in to fizzle out whatever optimism is left. Saturn squares both the New Moon and Jupiter, dragging lofty dreams into the swamp, demanding they face the ugly truth: there’s no escape from this quite depressing reality. Saturn doesn’t care about Sagittarius’ hifalutin hopes or Gemini’s clever distractions. It cares only about imposing limits, demanding accountability, and the hard, unglamorous business of making something, however abstract real (or bust).

Saturn in Pisces is an especially cruel overseer. Pisces dissolves, blurs, and romanticises, but Saturn thrives on structure and discipline. The result is a maddening paradox: the need to build something enduring out of whispy dreams that keep slipping through our fingers. As messy and retarding to growth as this gets, the square from Saturn is relentless, forcing us to confront where we’ve been lazy, deluded, or downright irresponsible in dealing with the pragmatic realities of life. For every bright idea Sagittarius conjures, Saturn demands to know: how are you going to make it work? And for every clever quip Jupiter in Gemini throws out, Saturn reminds us that all our witticisms don’t equal an ounce of wisdom.

So, this square isn’t just a minor buzzkill—it’s a full-scale dismantling of our pretensions and cognitive dissonances. It exposes exactly where our fantasies collapse under scrutiny, where our beliefs are riddled with contradictions and mocked by incoherence, and where the cold, unrelenting reality of limitations reduces our grand visions to mere illusions. On a collective scale, Saturn lays bare the hollow promises of institutions, shoddy ideologies, and grossly ineffectual systems that no longer hold weight. It’s a brutal, unflinching reality check, indifferent to whether it stings—a stark realism that mirrors the ironic tension of our time: the clash between revolutionary ideals and the gruelling, incremental labour of creating meaningful change.

Eris: The Outsider Strikes Back

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Lurking in the darkest shadows of this lunation is Eris, the distant dwarf planet of discord, forming a precise sesquisquare to the Sagittarius New Moon. Eris doesn’t play nice—she’s the cosmic anarchist, the envy-ridden outsider who’s had enough of feeling ignored, excluded, and cast aside. Her influence in this lunation is like a transgenerational pressure cooker ready to explode. She’s not asking for attention; she downright demands it in the most unhinged way possible, and she’ll tear down whatever’s in her way to get it.

The tension is further radicalised by a semisextile from Uranus in Taurus, which injects Eris’ disgust with an obstinate streak of unpredictability and outright chaos. Together, they amplify the sense of disruption, the gnawing feeling that the cracks in the system are widening into gaping chasms, and the pissed-off minions are on the brink of doing the unspeakable. Eris reminds us of what happens when marginalised voices are ignored for too long—she disrupts, destabilises, and forces a confrontation of uncomfortable truths. Under this lunation, the energy is raw, scornful, and highly volatile. It demands that we face the parts of ourselves and our society we’ve tried to bury or deny, no matter how grotesque and abhorrent they may be.

Venus and Mars: Passion Meets Pragmatism
Meanwhile, Venus in Capricorn adds a sobering tone to the New Moon. Venus’ square to Eris and semi-square to the lunation itself turn the pursuit of affection, approval, and harmony into a hard-edged negotiation. Venus in Capricorn doesn’t play games—she solicits practical outcomes, undulating loyalty, and transactional results. This is a Venus who’s less interested in flowery assurances and lofty ideals and more about stepping up responsibly and showing up to meet one’s duties, even when the chips are down. For the Sagittarius New Moon, this influence adds weight, a reminder that intentions mean nothing without the grit to follow through.

Offsetting the weight is Mars in Leo, forming a nice Fire Trine to the New Moon and injecting the lunation with some degree of passion, vigour, and creative energy. Mars offers courage and a sense of determination, urging us to pursue our goals with confidence and a sense of pride and integrity. But there’s a catch—Mars is slowing down around 06°♌10′, preparing to station retrograde on 7 December. The fervent conviction Mars lends now could easily turn to frustration or doubt as its energy turns inward. Actions initiated under this lunation may face delays, reversals, or a need for serious reassessment due to minor insults that, in the most convoluted sense, turn into prideful indignations.

The Dark Heart of This Lunation
To be brutally honest, this Sagittarius New Moon fires towards truth less like a precise arrow and bludgeons at it, more like a blunt instrument. Amidst the convergence of clashing forces, competing narratives, and the stark realisation that ideals without grounding are merely unfounded delusions waiting to collapse under a confluence of cosmic debunkings, Sagittarius reminds us to always aim for the high moral ground. Yet, the weighty planetary discordance demands we look down at the ground we’re standing on—crumbling as it may be—and ask ourselves, “Can we even handle the truth?"

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So this is not, by any ordinary means, a lunation for naïve optimism, wishful thinking or reckless leaps of faith. Coupled with the Full Moon that follows on December 15th, this ‘holiday season’ becomes a harrowingly brutal period to confront our deeply internalised disorientation, the limits of our delusory contracts, and the raw, unsettling truths we’d rather ignore and wish would just vanish. It commands us to wake up to reality, to integrate vision with clear-eyed pragmatism, ambition with discipline, and freedom with responsibility. It implores us to aim our arrows not at some unreachable star but at the one target that truly matters—whatever is real, present with us, whatever proves that it endures and we can carry forward when the storm inevitably arrives.

Because make no mistake, my friends: the storm is here. Whether we navigate it with courage or succumb to its chaotic design depends entirely on our willingness to face the darkness, to wrestle with our self-made contradictions, and to rebuild our world—not as we wish it to be, but as it is.

In a world fraught with contradictions, the Sagittarius New Moon invites us to embrace complexity—not as a barrier but as a gateway to a greater understanding of nature’s immutable laws. It is through navigating these tensions that we grow, not just as individuals but as a collective, striving toward a future that is as inspired as it is grounded." XX

[onawah]

"It's Curtain Time": The FULL MOON at 23°53' Gemini, Sunday, December 15, 2024, 09:02 UTC
Ang Stoic
Dec 12, 2024
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"“There's too many men, too many people making too many problems. And not much love to go round” ― Genesis, Land of Confusion

Greetings, fellow travellers,

Now, at the crux of this Sunday’s lunation, we will experience the Gemini Moon and Sagittarius Sun lock eyes across the sky, each luminary lighting up opposing ends of a grand axis of thought, meaning, and communication. Leading up to this moment of culmination, we might find ourselves restless and brimming with intellectual energy (Moon in Gemini), yet we simultaneously yearn for a grander mission; a more meaningful purpose by which to guide us (Sun in Sagittarius). Conversations are abuzz all around, whether in your local community or in the online hubs of your preferred Twittersphere, but is all this mental chatter bringing us closer to understanding—or further from the truth?

The Gemini part of us craves diversity of interests, constant mental stimulus: we read voraciously, scroll endlessly, dabble in new skills, connect with friends old and new. Yet such voracious hunger for a variety of input can produce a somewhat superficial engagement, leaving us mentally scattered and indecisive. Meanwhile, the Sagittarius side rallies for sincerity and to integrate all this stuff into some higher purpose, straining to articulate and uphold a moral framework that stands firm against the gale of opinions, half-truths, and propaganda. Yet in aiming for the loftiest ideals, it risks a kind of blunt righteousness, arrogantly oversimplifying what may not be so black-and-white with the force of dogma.

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This tension is heightened by Mercury, the lunation’s ruler, currently stationing direct in Sagittarius and forming a spirited trine to Mars, also retrograde in Leo. The gears of the mind—though recently jammed—begin to move forward again, eager to forge a fresh narrative. But Mars, still moving backward, signals that the actions we take, the causes we champion, and the passions we ignite may need rethinking. It’s as if we are collectively revisiting our convictions to see if they still hold. After all, what good is knowledge (Gemini) without wisdom (Sagittarius)? And how can convictions find their shape if we refuse to examine their roots and consequences?

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Neptune’s Great Dissolve: Challenging the Architects of Story
This Full Moon narrative is not just about local skirmishes of intellect and belief; it unfolds under a Neptune in Pisces T-square that simultaneously challenges both Sun and Moon. For well over a decade (2011–2026), Neptune has wafted subliminally through Pisces, dissolving boundaries in the kingdoms of those who disseminate narrative, morality, and truth. Historically, the gatekeepers of knowledge and ethics were hierarchically arranged: the priestly classes and their scribes (during manuscript-based epochs) had a near-monopoly on moral and ethical storytelling, shaping collective belief over the masses with relatively no, or little resistance. This grip loosened with the invention of the printing press, which scattered the seeds of dissenting ideas across a broader public. Later, newspapers, radio, television, and, eventually, the internet incrementally shattered the old centralised models again and again. Each medium introduced fresh, dissenting voices—folks who dared question—cracking open the monoliths of dogma and distributing moral narratives ever more widely. By the time we reached the digital era, namely the dawn of social media—around 2011, exactly when Neptune entered Pisces—the floodgates of information (and disinformation) burst open altogether.

What does Neptune’s presence bring to this Full Moon moment? Neptune removes filters, allowing truths, half-truths, and outright falsehoods to swirl together until we are uncertain which way is up. At its best, Neptune’s influence erodes the old guard’s centralised control over “official” stories, empowering grassroots movements and marginalised voices. We connect psychically and emotionally, crossing cultural and national boundaries at the speed of a mouse click. Yet, at its worst, we lose our bearings entirely, our minds filled with suspicions of conspiracy, struggling to trust institutions—or one another. Are we connecting, or are we drowning in a sea of unverifiable claims? Do we find solace in spiritual insight or escape into delusion, lost in the mired echo chambers of confirmation bias, cognitive dissonance and wishful thinking? Such questions weigh heavy on our hearts now, urging us to decide what principles we live by and how we discern reliable information from the cacophonic clamour.

In our personal relationships, this Neptune T-square can manifest as confusion over what is real, who to believe, and how to interpret the signals people send our way. There is much doubt as to whether others are truly on the same plane as us. Or maybe it’s us who have lost the plot. There is certainly evidence of doublespeak and gaslighting. Authentic feelings get tangled up in misunderstood words, triggering old insecurities. Does your partner really mean what they say, or are they too caught up in their own illusory belief systems? Are we ourselves inadvertently constructing stories that serve our prepossessions rather than seeking a shared truth?

Facing the Truth in Ourselves and Others: Relationship Dilemmas
Full Moons always highlight the pointed tension in our relationship dynamics, bringing the internal drama between needs (Moon) and objectives (Sun) out into the open through our interactions. We find ourselves in delicate negotiations here: perhaps we’re trying to reconcile an intellectual approach to intimacy with a deeper longing for trust and conviction. Perhaps our private doubts clash with the public face we present to family, friends, and colleagues. This is a time when our outright sincerity is tested, and communications can become loud, but not necessarily clarifying. There are disputes which, under the Full Moon, can either be reconciled with reason or otherwise become dealbreakers. Who holds the moral high ground? Which facts are beyond dispute, and which “truths” are just carefully crafted illusions?

On top of this, Jupiter, now retrograde in Gemini, further problematises this picture. As ruler of Sagittarius, Jupiter’s detriment in Gemini reveals that our grand hopes, once anchored in higher ideals, now flounder in a jumble of conflicting opinions and uncertain or dirty data. By Dec 24, Jupiter’s second square to Saturn in Pisces only adds to the ongoing “happy-sad” social milieu, pinning down our attempts to remain enthusiastic while reality (Saturn) dampens our escapist urges (Pisces). Meanwhile, we must also note the other tensions in the sky, briefly:

Venus in Aquarius opposing Mars retrograde in Leo: Unrequited passions.

Jupiter retrograde squaring Saturn in Pisces: Happy-Sad Syndrome.

Venus/Ceres/Pluto stellium in early Aquarius: Coping with grief/loss due to unnatural changes in values.

Mars retrograde opposing Pluto: Rage against the machine and anger management issues.

These aspects underscore the emotional complexity of our times. In every way, we are forced to untether from the moorings of a hypnotically woven fairy tale that, told often enough, has become too real to be exposed as anything otherwise. Yet, under the hard gaze of a Full Moon, relationship crises erupt as unfiltered truths or illusions surface. We may finally see each other with crystal clear transparency—or become utterly drowned in the sea of confusion. Are we prepared to own our part in the misunderstandings, or do we point fingers and retreat?

Regulating Our Narratives: Saturn Steps In
Against the backdrop of Neptune’s oceanic current, Saturn’s presence in Pisces attempts to provide some semblance of structure. Saturn enters the second half of Pisces, ready to impose some kind of limits on this free-flowing environment. Like a sober librarian stepping into a chaotic bookstore where every shelf is jumbled, Saturn wants to place some guardrails, a quiet call for discernment. Without rejecting the spiritual or imaginative realms Neptune provides, Saturn insists we apply at least a modicum of scrutiny. This is Saturn’s role now: to set a slow drip of credibility into these ever-expanding narrative frameworks, making sure we do not float away entirely into fantasy.

Throughout history, we have seen the central control of moral and ethical frameworks move from ecclesiastical scripture to printing presses, then onto political authorities and mass media conglomerates. Lately, it has fallen to the elite celebrities, newscasters and social influencers to try to sway our way of thinking. In each epoch, the moral authority of presiding high priests has gradually loosened its grip as new technologies gave voice to more individuals. Now, in 2024, social media and its myriad voices on digital forums have functioned as conduits for both profound revelations and pernicious lies. Neptune’s work has been to show us the extremes—how truths and fabrications coexist, how trust can erode when we drown in the deluge of data without a common compass. In a matter of years, Neptune’s Piscean influence has dismantled faith in long-standing institutions, but it has also revealed how we might connect more intimately, bypassing official narratives to discover independent paths of meaning and insight.

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Yet connection without filters can be dangerous. When our partners, friends, and leaders no longer share a common baseline of facts, the stage is set for paranoia, cynicism, and isolation. At the same time, we gain the freedom to craft stories that ring true to our lived experiences rather than having them dictated from on high. These opposite possibilities swirl wildly now, summoning us to shape our own moral compasses. The question becomes: can we maneuver our way through these murky waters and form genuine relationships that honour both the complexity of the world (Gemini) and the need for guiding principles (Sagittarius)? Or do we haplessly surrender to the morass of confusion, the mind-corrupting agents, letting illusions, superstitions and hearsay define our emotional bonds?

Bringing It All Together: A Time of Reconciling or Releasing
At this Full Moon, the narrative tension surrounding our sense of morality is thick. Some personal storylines may come to a head: old unresolved arguments reach a crescendo, forced honesty comes to the fore, or we concede that certain illusions can no longer hold. Those who cannot handle the truth or maniacally evade responsibility are not our friends. We might sense that something must give way—either our reliance on outdated narratives, our clinging to impossible or superficial understandings, or our outright denial of deeper truths.

In relationships, we may find ourselves at cross-intersections: either we integrate our differing perspectives, however skewed, into a richer tapestry of mutual understanding, or we break under the weight of illusions and mistrust. It’s not easy to set aside ego and judgement in the pursuit of clarity. And disillusionment in someone we believed in can be the saddest. Yet to do nothing invites further fragmentation. The aim now is not to crush the other’s viewpoint but to listen with compassion, to reason, and to discern. We must find a balance between curious exploration (Gemini) and earnest dedication to higher principles (Sagittarius). Above all, we must reach a place of faith. Is it time to draw a line under the stories that no longer serve us, or is there a way to revise them, refining both our information gathering and our moral compass? The heart will tell.

As Saturn in Pisces quietly insists, we must learn to channel this Neptunian openness responsibly, without slipping into despair or apathy. If the old structures have truly dissolved, we must build new ones, however modest, that can anchor us. This does not mean returning to old dogmas but rather shaping frameworks that respect both facts and faith, both multiplicity and meaning."

[onawah]

Unmasking the Fear Machine": The NEW MOON at 09°44' Capricorn, Monday, December 30, 2024, 22:28 UTC
Ang Stoic
Dec 27, 2024
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"Greetings Fellow Travellers,

"Are you afraid something’s “missing,” giving too much, receiving too little? The Capricorn New Moon urges you to rip off the mask and see clearly.

As the calendar year draws to a close and the holiday season shimmers and sparkles all around us, we find ourselves at a key turning point. Pluto’s final exit from Capricorn—long the bastion of entrenched, institutional power—has ushered in a new Aquarian era, where the old rules are unravelling at breakneck speed. I’ll be examining these seismic shifts and other key events of 2024 in a special “Farewell 2024” gathering on Sunday, 29 December, before peering into the upheavals and opportunities that 2025 promises. For now, though, let us focus on what’s unfolding right this moment, as the New Moon in Capricorn hits us with a blast of reality and renewal that’s impossible to ignore.

Solstice & The Grinding Reality of Capricorn
Historically, humans recognised the December Solstice as a sobering time of year: daylight shrinks, resources run thin, and survival instincts kick in. Astrologically, these earthy, no-nonsense vibrations belong to Capricorn—the sign of prudence, structure, and a readiness to dispense with dead weight and focus only on what really matters. With the Sun having entered Capricorn on 21 December, we feel compelled to take stock of our real-world achievements and confirm what’s actually paying off. Yes, there’s often a tinge of fear or apprehension, but that can be an excellent motivator to get serious about our goals and tighten our boundaries.

This end-of-year stretch doesn’t just belong to Capricorn’s stiff, straight-laced mentality. Next up is Aquarius—the cooler, more detached sign that rethinks the entire social blueprint—followed by Pisces, which dissolves whatever illusions remain before the grand reboot at the March equinox. We’re effectively in a cosmic funnel, deciding what to keep and what to discard as the astrological year (the real year) draws to an end. At this point, Capricorn’s unwavering judgement exerts pressure to show up maturely, focusing only on tangible markers of success. Under this lunation, we channel Capricorn’s pragmatism to forge new pathways—ones built to last.

The Capricorn New Moon: Building Anew on Upturned Soil
This New Moon in Capricorn merges the Sun’s conscious focus with the Moon’s deeper emotional charge, creating a potent chance to set fresh intentions. If you’re itching to streamline your life, establish firmer boundaries, or dump outdated baggage, now is prime time. Bear in mind, though, that Pluto only recently finished ploughing the hell through Capricorn, levelling institutions and long-held assumptions about who we are and what we stand for. We’re planting seeds in scorched terrain that’s been stripped raw and uniformly levelled, which can be disorienting if you’ve relied on inherited structures. The upside? We have a cleared stage for genuine reconstruction—whatever we build now can stand free from the ghosts of the past.

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The Pallas Athena Factor
Conjoining this lunation is Pallas Athena, the asteroid goddess of strategy, wisdom, and creative insight. In Capricorn, she sharpens our ability to plan and problem-solve without losing ethical or emotional depth. If Capricorn can veer towards fear-based rigidity—trying to hold onto its authority—Pallas brings a breath of thoughtful clarity, ensuring we don’t succumb to old-school strong-arm tactics. Her presence says: real leadership doesn’t just bark orders and demand respect; it earns trust through moral fortitude, clever innovation, and compassionate divestment. If you’ve ever wanted to blend cutting-edge strategy with heartfelt intention, this is the astrological moment.

T-Squares, Jupiter–Saturn Tension & A Whole New Weird
We also face a heady interplay of cosmic forces. Saturn (Capricorn’s ruler) has been locked in a prolonged square with Jupiter, spotlighting moral, social, and economic debates that spark both expansion and contraction. Mercury in Sagittarius forms a T-square, inflating hot-button rhetoric and making everyone’s opinions extra loud—rarely subtle, often contradictory. Meanwhile, Venus in Aquarius squares Uranus in Taurus, pitting our craving for freedom against a deep need for security. It’s like we’re craving radical changes but are still tethered to our comforts and economic sureties. Factor in an upcoming Mars–Pluto opposition (3 January), and we sense that ‘infernal battles’—both internal and external—are set to play rough as we enter the new year. We want it both ways, but are happy with none, which leaves us in a rather precarious state.

All of this can rattle Capricorn’s sense of earned hierarchy, prestige, and stability. The old guard is under siege. Fear-based narratives or paternalistic manipulation won’t suffice for long in the age where social media and grassroots activism can dismantle official lines in seconds. If an authority lacks genuine expertise or decency, it’ll be dismantled in real time. Such is the powerful transparency that the corrosive Pluto in Aquarius offers.

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Patriarchal Control: Its Time Is Up
Throughout history, Saturn or Capricorn-based authority has often relied on fear—censorship, propaganda, you name it—to keep people obedient. Yet Pluto’s shift into Aquarius signals a wave of decentralisation, transparency, and collective empowerment. The days of “Big Daddy” telling us how it is are fading fast. With Saturn in Pisces dissolving strict boundaries, those old patriarchal tactics have sprung leaks. Pallas Athena urges us to ask, “Who gains from my panic?” and “Why must I be afraid?” Instead of leaning on intimidation, real authority will now have to earn its stripes by providing honest solutions and moral leadership.

Stand Tall In Your Own Right
Is someone trying to browbeat or terrorise you into compliance? Do you sense the scare tactics behind the scenes? Now is the time to stand tall, trust your hard-won wisdom, and resist letting dread define your choices. The Capricorn New Moon nudges you to build a personal foundation that rests on your authenticity—not on another’s agenda or manipulative spin."

[onawah]

"A Right Royal Showdown":
The FULL MOON at 24°06' Leo,
Wednesday, February 12, 2025, 13:55 UTC
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"Expect neither grace nor compromise when fixed forces collide—yet, under unrelenting pressure, even the most obstinate hearts can yield astonishing breakthroughs…

Greetings, Fellow Travellers,

As many of you may have been sensing, high above our daily hustle, a grand drama is unfolding as this Full Moon, soon to be proudly perched at the regal degree of 24° Leo, will shine her reflective glow across the sky, as if to confront the Sun at an equally defiant 24° Aquarius. Like two royal figures meeting on a swaying bridge at dusk, they size each other up and demand recognition, unable to bow completely, for each is resolute in defending their place. The Lion insists, albeit theatrically, on the upholding of integrity, honour, and personal glory, while the Water Bearer insists on dismantling the elitist charade, calling for egalitarian ideals that liberate everyone from the gilded cage of the commanding beast. Each side is supremely confident, yet each can secretly suspect the other of negligence: “You don’t care about my feelings,” growls Leo, and “You’re far too self-centred,” sighs Aquarius.

All the while, Uranus in Taurus plays the wild card, turning the tension into an explosive T-square—unpredictable as lightning on a calm summer’s day.

TREMORS UNDER THE KINGDOM
We cannot speak of unyielding Leo and dispassionate Aquarius, locked in their cosmic tug-of-war, without considering how Uranus rattles the stage from Taurus. As the planet of jolts, surprises, and sometimes-gleeful chaos, Uranus here is poised to shake our sense of physical and financial security at its roots. Comfort zones, property or money matters, or secular routines we’ve clung to (perhaps far too tightly) might suddenly come undone. Imagine one moment daydreaming in a lush and tranquil meadow, certain of the ground beneath us; the next, the Earth quakes, the daisies drop from our hands, and we scramble for footing.

When radical Uranus forms this tense T-square with the Full Moon, no arrangement is entirely safe, no budget wholly certain, no promise unshakeable. Whether we like it or not, evolutionary forces—some might declare them “out of our control”—demand that we loosen our grip on what we deem unassailable, or risk losing it through unwise obstinacy. Those among us who protest with a determined “I refuse to budge” may discover that Uranus laughs last, rearranging the furniture while we’re not looking. Expect disruptions to the usual programme, especially if you have sensitive points around those degrees.

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OUTSIDE INFLUENCES
Meanwhile, let’s not ignore the subtle spark from Eris, stationed at 24° Aries, forming an assisting fire-trine to the indignant Leo Moon and a sextile to the Aquarius Sun-Mercury-Ceres assembly. Eris, named for the fierce spirit of disturbance, rarely makes a polite entrance. In fact, she’s been vexed from time immemorial, but that’s another story. She’s the uninvited banquet guest who flings her apple of discord to throw the entire hall into fractious chaos. Yet in Aries, she challenges us to face discomfort, envy, or unspoken anger head-on rather than bury it until it erupts in destructive outbursts.

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Trining the Moon in Leo, she inflames any raw emotional conflict, turning it into a potential fight for recognition—or possibly liberation from oppressive dynamics. She’s that voice rumoured to “speak truth to power,” though it’s all highly subjective when Aries and Leo spar. Sextiling the Aquarius Sun, she prods the intellect, forcing us to recognise how groupthink, or our own rebellious impulses, might provoke more turmoil than actual freedom. Eris cunningly reveals where we’re complicit in drama; she doesn’t invent rivalry from scratch, merely lights the fuse, leaving us to see the explosion as an opening for a braver, more authentic self to emerge.

With Chiron hovering not far behind in Aries, old wounds and insecurities also flare. We might fancy we’ve locked those humiliations away, but Eris reminds us that brooding resentment and outright aggression can be paths to self-discovery, if we harness them honestly. This is not a soft, sweet devotion offered by a gracious goddess: Eris holds long-standing grudges, and her force is primal, survivalist, easily lighting the spark of an uprising or burning down the rickety structures we’ve used as crutches for too long. The key is catching ourselves before the inferno spreads, channelling her evolutionary push for genuine progress, instead of lurching into the scorched-earth scenario.

Mars remains retrograde in Cancer and is out of bounds, adding fuel to the fire by his sustained square to Chiron. This only rubs salt into old wounds, stirring an undercurrent of erratic emotionalism, which can lead to childish outbursts if tensions boil over.

Across the Night
Across the zodiac, a more shadowy presence emerges: Juno, lodged in Scorpio, forming a wide but still potent opposition to Uranus in Taurus. Juno signifies commitment, loyalty, and the delicate interplay between devotion and entrapment—especially in marriage or partnership contexts. In Scorpio, Juno is darkly observant, perpetually vigilant for betrayal or jealousy, quick to suspect hidden motives or manipulations. When Uranus confronts her, we’re challenged to assess just how flexible our bonds truly are under stress. Do we cling fiercely to our partner or business ally, strangling them with suspicion? Or do we loosen our hold, risking the dreaded echo of abandonment? At a time when the Full Moon’s fixed energy clamps around our hearts, Juno’s scorpion-tail sting demands we ask ourselves if we’re brave enough to trust—or if we’ll petrify ourselves in controlling behaviour. A whispered phrase looms large: “I don’t want to commit to a life of hot and cold and stonewalling.” Honestly, who would?

THINGS COULD TURN NASTY
We should also note the Sun conjoining Mercury and Ceres in Aquarius, illuminating radical communication, mental clarity, and how we nurture ourselves through ideology. It’s insufficient to commandeer centre stage (Leo) with a flaming baton; one must also heed (Aquarius) the counsel of uncommon perspectives and collaborate on endeavours beyond the tired “mine versus yours.” Yet the Full Moon in Leo longs for admiration and effusive praise; if the ambience is chilly, the Lion feels slighted, condemned to the gloom of apathy. Ceres beckons us to nurture each other gently rather than starve our loved ones of affection. Mercury insists on direct speech but in a constructive manner, one that thwarts the cyclical trap of showboating and detached arrogance. No easy feat, especially when confronted by Aquarius’s sometimes brusque demeanour—and the swirling furies stoked by Eris and Uranus behind the scenes.

There’s a cosmic irony, too: Uranus, herald of progress and abrupt reform, has been stuck since 2018 in this earthy, mud-slick Taurus terrain, which venerates stability and custom over novelty. Like a brilliant inventor compelled to idle, Uranus in Taurus chafes under constraints—and therein lies the impetus for truly revolutionary ideas. If you’re open to rethinking finances or redrafting the notion of ownership, you could discover exhilarating new ground. However, if you cling to certainty out of fear, it may breed anxious nights and chaotic days, a ceaseless effort to keep everything pinned in place. When Uranus is at work, that rarely succeeds. Better to welcome a dose of chaos than be blind-sided by it. Sell the dusty curios you never admire, shift investments with both logic and an intuitive edge, or redefine your self-worth. Uranus in Taurus wants to free you from stagnation so you can reclaim the genuine treasure hidden under illusions of stability.

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THE HEART OF THE MATTER
A question soon emerges: how do we handle precious, immovable emotional vulnerabilities when the Full Moon insists on a reckoning? Under a Leo lunation, pride can easily morph into a hardened fortress, while vulnerability is exiled as a trespasser. Yet the Aquarian Sun preaches detachment, championing rational approaches and a willingness to lay down personal showmanship for a greater collective gain. Examining our conduct might show that calculated coolness is no more laudable than fiery drama—both can harm relationships if taken too far. True wisdom seeks a balance between heartfelt warmth and clear-eyed perspective, refusing to place all faith in spectacle or aloofness.

That nagging inner voice may resurface: “I don’t want to commit to a life of hot and cold and stonewalling.” We can turn that plea into genuine dialogue—or let it fester until it ends in estrangement. Shutting down honest communication while craving endless devotion leads nowhere good. If hidden power struggles stir, we may feel pressured to lash out or clamp down. But a wiser strategy is to hold the tension gently, neither fuelling paranoia nor ignoring real concerns. If manipulation is genuine, it’s better to recognise it than live in illusions.

HARNESSING CHANGE AND CHOOSING COMPROMISE
Then the stage lights flare, the royal standoff intensifies, and Uranus jangles the script from behind the scenes. Eris is ever poised to fling another apple of discord, ensuring we can no longer feign contentment if the cracks are deepening. For many, this is a crossroads. Maybe finances unravel, maybe a relationship crumbles, maybe a buried grievance finally roars—or perhaps a surprise opportunity knocks everything off balance in an oddly liberating twist. The solution lies in honouring the heart’s urgings while attuning ourselves to the clarion call of tomorrow, forging a route that reveres loyalty without suffocating in stale comforts.

As the Full Moon reaches its zenith and unearths our raw desires, the ultimate question arises: “Do I grasp at illusions of control and grandeur about myself, or do I dare let changes redefine the nature of security?” Under the Leo Moon’s splendour and the Aquarian Sun’s unwavering gaze, that dilemma demands careful bartering. Pride might goad us to roar and cling to our supremacy; detachment may advise us to walk away cold, with neither regret nor explanation. Yet the true path of synthesis calls for a fleeting star turn—followed by the gracious passing of the mic—perhaps creating room for unity, a duet instead of a grotesquely grandstanding solo performance.

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At such moments, it’s important to remember that compromise doesn’t mean conceding defeat. Finding a settlement can be an alchemical tool that fuse sincere human connection, providing space for every sentiment and perspective to be heard. That, in fact, is the real gold at the end of the cosmic rainbow here, provided we master the art of venturing beyond simplistic black-and-white stands.

This Full Moon in Leo, set against the Sun in Aquarius, pressured by Uranus in Taurus, and jabbed by Juno’s scorpion sting, will not permit us to drift alone, aimlessly through the cold visions of a bleak tomorrow. It compels a frank examination of how we manage resources, devotion, authority—and ultimately our own selves where others are involved. Of course, there’s no promises of an effortless ride here. But the possibility stands to transmute simmering tension into inventive collaboration—ensuring no one resigns themselves to a dreary life of “hot and cold and stonewalling.” Instead, with a little creativity, heart and kindness, a refreshed style of living may yet emerge, anchored by candid self-expression and mutual regard—two cornerstones even the most inflexible signs can embrace, if they dare to envision a future agleam with possibility."

[onawah]

"Surrendering to the Undercurrents": The NEW MOON at 09°41′ Pisces, Friday, 28 February 2025, 00:46 UTC
Ang Stoic
Feb 24, 2025
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""This is the shamanic dance in the waterfall. This is how magic is done. By hurling yourself into the abyss and discovering it's a feather bed." ~ Terence McKenna

Greetings fellow travellers,

With the Sun’s arrival in Pisces we enter the final stage of the travelling solar carnival. By Thursday/Friday, we have the last lunation before the eclipses; this New Moon at 09°41′ Pisces on 27/28 February is more than just your regular monthly reset. It’s a real curtain closer, the final act in a long, winding play—one last swirl of old energies before cosmic gears shift dramatically. It’s been a tumultuous 12 months, lots have unravelled in our world, and if you’re feeling unmoored, adrift in uncertainty, you’re not alone. If your relationships, career, or entire worldview seem like they're poised precariously on a knife’s edge, it's likely you're reflecting the greater cosmic currents in play.

These aren't your regular times. In fact, by now, you've either forgotten what 'regular' means or have awoken from a dream so awfully restless and disruptive that you do not want to go back to sleep. The essence of this moment lies in recognising that times of total dissolution are not only necessary but are often the precursor to profound evolution. The waters now may be treacherous, but the undertow also carries the seeds of transformative new beginnings. So whether you’re willing to ride these most disorienting cosmic waves—or struggle against them in what may be an interminable war, mainly with yourself—the personal journey ahead will somehow be defined by your pre-eclipse intentions.

North Node/Neptune: Social Erosion & The Vanishing Trust Factor

Lurking at the far end of Pisces is this disquieting North Node/Neptune concoction, radiating a weird funk of social withdrawal and blurred boundaries. In practice, it shows up as outright confusion in group settings—friends, associates, and entire communities suddenly seem off-kilter, either because they’re busy avoiding reality or spinning illusions that don’t hold water. Collective ideals lose all form and definition, and people drift either into surreal dream-world escapist wonderlands or shut themselves off entirely into siloed lagoons, alienated from the so-called wider currents of ‘normal’ life.

Manipulation and misplaced trust become real dangers here. It’s easy to become seduced and conscribe your faith over to someone offering vague promises of a better world, or elated visions, only to end up betrayed when the bubble pops. It is at this point that eclipses happen, and we all know eclipses often bring about surprising big reveals. Romantic illusions and secret affairs become all too tempting, as Neptune’s mystique clouds judgement. The line between genuine spirituality and self-deception dissipates quickly—you might sense a higher calling, some greater, albeit hazy, mission in all this. Yet in Pisces, ‘direction’ is a laughably slippery concept: those who want to merge with like-minded souls, only come to find that the more they merge, the less one can tell who’s who or even what’s real any more. Like some fallacious cult, the camaraderie and sense of belonging ultimately dissolve into second-guessing; intangible goals incorporated with vague, intangible group dynamics to create a potpourri of noise and nonsense, the resulting vibe becomes a sociopathy of misguided deeds and collective fatigue: When it all just gets too exhausting to engage in dialectics of half-truths and delusions, many start to completely retreat or isolate, letting go of existing ties, or perhaps wander off into new circles that feel equally unstable.

In short, this combo tends to choke out trust and unity, fomenting an atmosphere where deception—self-imposed or inflicted by others—can run rife. Yet—and this is quite possible—if you manage to keep a foot on solid ground, it can also be a portal into boundless creativity or spiritually charged experiences. The question is whether you’ll glean genuine insight or get lost in another illusory mirage. With Neptune in the mix, the difference can be heartbreakingly subtle. This is where Saturn can make or break everything.

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Saturn’s Encroachment: Structure Dissolves Into Nothingness

Saturn, always the hard taskmaster, is now in his second year of wandering through Pisces like a fatigued refugee trudging across quicksand. Instead of stability and structure, we’re pummelled by wave after wave of despair and demise, as though trying to build our dream castle out of fog and wet clay. The result is mounting defeatism: lonely vigils, thankless efforts, unacknowledged sacrifices, and humiliating expressions of forced modesty. With Saturn lumbering towards Neptune and the North Node, lines once drawn clearly in bold black outlines blur into dull, runny, grey watercolours, fading away before our very eyes.

On a psychological level, Saturn in Pisces demands tremendous perseverance, self-restraint, and sacrifice, often unleashing hidden wells of kindness, caution, and spiritual dedication. Yet it can just as easily breed emotional anxieties, draining all conviction overnight and fueling a gnawing cynicism. We become haunted by the futile sense of grinding away for no discernible gain, battling leadership rot or government hypocrisy with little more than cardboard swords. Mercury, likewise drowning in Pisces, sits grimly at the lugubrious midpoint of Saturn and the North Node–Neptune combo, compounding the paralysis. Logic is eroded beneath the morass of swirling emotional chaos; we grow convinced entire social movements are illusions, and we suspect everyone’s ulterior motives with a lens of transparency. Institutions buckle, radical sentiments simmering beneath, but whenever we try to seize control, reality morphs into an unfathomable phantom.

And so we end up drifting in a half-waking dream, painfully aware of how abjectly flimsy our old structures have become and how unprepared we are for total dissolution. On good days, this can foster genuine compassion and humility, stimulating meaningful—if unacknowledged—works of painstaking effort behind the scenes. On bad days, it spawns corrosive negativity, fear of a future forever out of reach, and a sense that the world is losing its mind. Ultimately, Saturn in Pisces heralds a colossal recalibration, and our only real weapons are renunciation and the courage to forgive. Pisces may teach surrender, but Saturn reminds us that such surrender isn’t necessarily blissful. Sometimes, the emotional despair we feel is simply the price of clearing away the debris so that we might rebuild on steadier ground.

The Pisces New Moon: Seeds in a Sea of Uncertainty

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This New Moon at 09°41′ Pisces (on 27/28 February) intensifies the existing conflux of these confoundingly nebulous energies. Normally, we think of a New Moon as a time to set fresh intentions—but in Pisces, under Saturn’s ominous scrutiny and Neptune’s ethereal haze, “intentions” might be more like half-formed dreams. Mercury’s position at the Saturn–Neptune midpoint fouls up the mental works, making crystal clarity a luxury few can afford. Instead, our ideas float around in a haze of doubts, impossible idealism, and disillusionment.

What does that feel like? Imagine trying to plant seeds into quicksand. You might have the best of intentions: start a new job, embark on a spiritual pilgrimage, or patch up a fraying relationship. But the moment you push the spade into the ground, it feels as though your footing is about to give way. This culture here rewards those who can handle a dash of ambiguity, those who can throw caution to the wind, let go of needing every answer spelled out. Rather than force solutions, the trick is to flow with the universal currents, trusting that sometimes not knowing is the most honest place to be. It’s disconcerting, but oddly liberating—especially in a climate where illusions are wearing thin and the old ways of thinking are long overdue for an overhaul.

Eris in Aries: The Uninvited Guest Crashes the Piscean Dream

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If this New Moon wasn’t already hazy enough, Eris—semi-squaring the lunation from Aries—marches in with all her Trojan Horse tactics. She’s the archetypal party-crasher, fuelling primal rivalry and puncturing our attempts at gentle Piscean drift with a raw hunger for conflict and discordance. While Pisces might prefer to float off into a sea of cosmic unity, Eris sneaks in stealthily, dethroning illusions left, right, and centre.

Societal friction ramps up because Eris loves to expose hidden tensions and break the status quo. If people are angry about political incompetence, social injustices, or a general sense of betrayal by corporate and government structures, Eris amplifies that outrage. Suddenly, hushed frustrations turn into public showdowns. At the individual level, repressed envy and resentment bubble up, refusing to stay buried. If you’ve been sugar-coating problems—or passively wishing they’d dissolve in the Piscean fog—Eris throws them back in your face, fully loaded. This can be the jolt needed for real change, or the spark that sets everything ablaze. One thing is certain: Eris ensures that no one’s illusions stay intact for long, and you can barricade the doors and windows, but she will find a way to filter through the porous Piscean membrane and go to work disintegrating any remnants of order from the inside out.

Jupiter in Gemini: Scattered Narratives and Cognitive Overload

Adding to the anarchy, Jupiter in Gemini—though finally direct—operates in its detriment here, flinging data points in every direction. Normally, Jupiter is the great integrator, weaving grand themes into coherent meaning, but in Gemini, any coherence of morality and judicial ethics is a mere luxury. The clever mind-trickery and voracious curiosity of Gemini meets Jupiter’s expansion, and we get a dizzying array of half-baked ideas, contradictory opinions, and talk-show-level debates.

Under a tense square to the Pisces New Moon, these fractured narratives clash with an already murky emotional undercurrent. It’s hard to maintain faith when you find yourself flipping from one conversation to another, only to discover that nobody has a consistent sense of truth. Politically, it’s a feeding frenzy for conspiracy theories and media spin, turning any attempt at clarity into a labyrinth of “he said, she said.” On a personal level, you might collect so much information—from headlines, social media, that chatty coworker—that your brain becomes a scatter plot of half-facts. If you’re suffering from information fatigue, blame Jupiter in Gemini. Everyone’s an amateur expert; few are genuinely informed, and even those are looked upon spuriously here. In the end, it can feel like an exercise in futility, accumulating knowledge without ever landing on certainty.

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Mars in Cancer: A Warrior Lost at Sea

Meanwhile, Mars—stationed, finally direct, but still in Cancer—fights a losing battle against this cosmic onslaught. Side-stepping Cancer is no domain for Mars’s typical forward charge. Instead of open combat, energy turns inward, brewing a hotbed of emotional tension. Out-of-bounds and in its fall, this Mars is seething yet reluctant to strike. This is the image of a warrior trudging through soggy marshes, unsure whether to mount a direct offensive or retreat altogether.

The square from Chiron in Aries only pokes at unhealed wounds of masculinity, triggering outbursts that feel deeply personal. It’s more “fighting tears” than “fighting words.” At the collective level, there’s a sense of indirect aggression—whisper campaigns, under-the-radar sabotage, or silent boycotts. These covert power plays blend seamlessly with the Piscean fog, making open confrontation increasingly rare. If you’re feeling pent-up frustration or you notice others acting passive-aggressively, that’s Mars in Cancer for you: too keyed-up to maintain serenity, too emotionally drained for a knock-down, drag-out fight. Combined with Eris’s raw push and Jupiter’s mental overload, it all forms a tense backdrop, forcing us to question where, and how, we direct our energy before the dam finally breaks.

Pluto and Pallas Athena in Aquarius: The Bigger Transformational Arc

Lest we ignore the tectonic shifts happening beyond Pisces, Pluto continues its slow, relentless jaunt through Aquarius, joined intermittently this year by Pallas Athena. Pluto’s agenda is total regeneration at whatever cost, often turning an ideology or system inside out. Pallas Athena, archetype of strategic wisdom, can direct this potency toward reform, exposing corruption, and crafting radical new solutions. However, Pluto’s tendency is to morph any position into its polar opposite—where progressive can become reactionary and regressive, and vice versa. Being a fixed sign, stubborn adherence to an idealogy can quickly morph into extremist dogma and Athena can unleash it with ravenous zealotry.

At the communal and global levels, the presence of Pluto and Pallas Athena in Aquarius underscores a concurrent campaign for transparency, technological revolutions, and a complete social reorganisation. While the Piscean meltdown fosters a kind of emotional and psychic ennui, Pluto’s slow-motion tremors in Aquarius sets the stage for large-scale transformations in governance, human rights abuses and reforms, and a jarring redefinition of collective and group identity. Outdated sociopolitical structures are being dismantled—some violently, others more subtly. Pallas Athena’s influence can tactically provoke this force into constructive territory, but Pluto’s tendency to push to extremes, and its corrosive impact can also unleash despotic tendencies, especially when patience runs thin, illusions shatter and people scramble desperately for control.

Personal, Transpersonal, Communal, Global: Why It All Matters

On a personal level, this lunation forces us to confront where we cling to illusions out of fear. Pisces stirs compassion, imagination, and surrender, but Eris’s friction and Mars’s emotional volatility demand honesty about repressed anger and envy. Saturn’s ineffectiveness in Pisces can leave us feeling adrift, uncertain of how to structure our daily lives, while Jupiter in Gemini peppers us with unending questions and contradictory answers. It’s an emotional labyrinth that can bring either profound inner insight or overwhelming despair.

Transpersonally, we sense a shift in the collective psyche. The Neptune/Node conjunction drags us into a shared dissolving reality, where trust in leadership, social unity, and future prospects is waning. On a communal scale, we witness the erosion of confidence in institutions, confusion over collective aims, and a growing cynicism. Eris exploits these fractures, igniting rivalries that can either spur necessary social changes or breed senseless destruction. Finally, at the global level, the interplay of Pluto and Pallas Athena in Aquarius sets the context for revolutionary leaps in technology, governance, and cultural norms—but only if we can navigate the illusions being stripped away on every front.

This final New Moon before eclipse season underscores a pivotal moment of confrontation with the intangible. With a total Lunar Eclipse looming in mid-March at 23° Virgo 57′, we’re on the brink of unveiling hidden truths and reordering our worldview. Eclipses often act as catalysts, revealing the deeper currents that conventional lunations only hint at. Here, the last seed sown in Pisces merges vulnerability with urgency. If the tension between Jupiter’s scattershot attempts at meaning and Pisces’s demand for surrender feels impossible, it’s because we are at the end of a cycle. We must let certain illusions die to move forward.

In Conclusion: A Critical Flashpoint Before the Eclipses

This Thursday/Friday’s New Moon sets a tone of deep perplexity, which ironically might be just what we need. Some illusions should dissolve. Some structures are meant to crumble. The intensity is meant to rouse us from complacency, even as it blinds us to the next step. The simultaneous presence of Mars (now direct again in Cancer), Eris (provoking conflict from Aries), and Pluto/Pallas Athena (catabolysing radical shifts in Aquarius) ensures that none of us can hide entirely. Everything is in flux, and the coming eclipses will only amplify this volatility. Have faith… we (humanity) are at the final stages of our terrestrial development, heading for the stars.

For many, this period will feel deeply unsettling—like being caught between the impulse to abandon everything and the hunger to fight for meaningful change. The guidance here is to remain curious, to allow the uncertainty without slipping into blind escapism or knee-jerk aggression. Acknowledge your emotional surges, your cynicism, and your desire for radical transformation, but recognise that clarity won’t come by forcing a narrative. Sometimes, the only path forward is to embrace the unravelling. After all, Pisces teaches us that an ending can be the prelude to a remarkable birth, if ultimately, into a brand new dimension. "

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BLOOD MOON – THE TOTAL LUNAR ECLIPSE at 23°57′ Virgo, Friday, March 14, 2025, 06:55 UTC
March 13, 2025
ASTROLOGY OF NOW
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"Greeting Fellow Travellers,

And welcome to one of the most consequential turning points in this astrological year. With the March Equinox only days away, we’re almost at the end, on the brink of a whole new solar cycle, so it’s hardly comforting to have a Total Lunar Eclipse on 14 March 2025 staging what can only spell a final dramatic bow for the old year. For centuries, the “Ides of March” has carried a sinister sense of subversion, looming conspiracy and betrayal, that hidden forces may surface to topple whatever illusions uphold our fragile little lives.

It’s true. With the Sun in Pisces, something is always instrumental in dissolving our big ego. This time around, that foreboding is magnified tenfold by cosmic forces emphatically conspiring to dissolve certain “known” realities. South Node lunar eclipses typically rain with a torrential undertow, promising (or threatening) to expose everything our usual busyness manages to keep concealed.

Further intensifying this meltdown, Neptune’s alignment with the Nodes has rendered everyone’s emotional membranes so excruciatingly thin and nervous systems so brittle, making us painfully sensitive to each other’s stresses and flaws. Meanwhile, the presence of Saturn so near the Pisces Sun adds a hefty gloom of ineffable cynicism—somewhat unfathomable yet deeply felt in our decisions and moods. We may lack an exact name for this kind of malaise, but as the funk seeps in, it warns us that illusions are melting away and we may not like what’s about to replace them.

Eclipses, by nature, herald the grand unraveling of once-stable frameworks, but an eclipse in Virgo—so close to the South Node—tosses a spanner into the mechanics of logic, efficiency, and the kind of meticulous effort we otherwise rely on to manage our daily lives. It harkens a letting go of rational solutions and carefully controlled systems and routines that, right now, feel hollow. By the time Earth’s shadow fully obscures the Moon on Friday, we might sense more than a subtle emotional chill: the entire scaffolding of purpose, belief, and coping capacity could shift, leaving us unsure how to tend the chaos of our endless chores.

All this, presumably, clears the path for a surprising new deal—though, as we descend into the slump of these eclipses, it’s anyone’s guess what’s about to emerge.

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Beware the Weariness of the Ides
Because this eclipse falls near the Equinox and the notorious Ides of March, we sense a most dramatic, intractable threat. Traditionally, these dates have been the most undermining time of the astrological year, signaling an abrupt switch from complacency to crisis. Fueled now by this year’s Neptune/Node alignment at the anaretic of Pisces, a most antisocial air overcomes us, intensifying the sense that even our most wonderful illusions are coming undone. However stable we thought our social contracts or personal goals were, they can unravel in an instant, leaving us with a communal disquiet, if not outright cynicism.

Combine this with the soon-to-be overshadowed Virgo Moon—a moon famous for being meticulous to the point of neurosis—dimming under the Earth’s umbra, and a stark question: “Are we simply all out of steam to keep refining, patching up every damned hole?” Because instead of clarity all we get is more muck, more nonsense… a mental or spiritual lethargy sets in and the exasperating sensation that it’s all “gone to ****” becomes overwhelmingly pervasive. You might notice it as a growing lack of motivation, a creeping resignation that no amount of toil or organisation can right the cosmic tilt, or an uneasy realisation that even the best-run institutions—our public health systems, bureaucracies, agriculture and supply chains—are somehow tainted, poisoned or showing glaring inefficiencies. Some crises flare quietly, others with cataclysmic force: internal leadership collapses, hidden mismanagement exposed, but the outcome is the same—our usual “fix-it” mentality fails where rational or technical solutions can’t seem to pierce into the deeper malaise of degeneration. A foreboding apathy and hopelessness set in. Yet eclipses aren’t merely negative: by forcibly dimming the Moon’s reflective light, they act as catalysts for ultimate truth.

Perhaps all the busyness—tired little routines we play, perfectly curated self-images, meticulous accomplishments—doesn’t stand as the main event. The lunar meltdown, replete with its godawful bloody hue, can be a precipice to genuine self-inquiry, exhorting us to ask if what we’ve always valued still aligns with our deeper, more ineffable sense of purpose. Yes, things are changing, and we sense an ending. Thus the Ides vibe is twofold: it can shock with ugly revelations, or it can strip illusions we’ve let rule uncontested for too long.

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Soul-Sickness
On the opposite side of the zodiac, we find the Sun conjoined with Saturn in Pisces, heavying the psychic atmosphere even further. Saturn’s usual gig is to impose scrutiny, structure, and unwavering responsibility, but moving through watery Pisces, that iron fist dissolves in murky currents—once-sturdy boundaries rusting and faltering before our eyes. We look to paragons and authorities with gnawing worry, realising it’s been all too easy to rely on their show of control. Now, even the illusion of stability and governance is fraying, leaving us uncertain which threads are snapping first. That uncertainty can produce a curious paralysis: we sense the world’s illusions are on the verge of collapse but can’t quite imagine what might replace them. Fear turns into terror and our worst nightmares about what might come to rule over us increasingly start to haunt us. Collectively, the Sun–Saturn alignment in Pisces casts a grave, despondent shadow. We glance at the news, social feeds, or grandiose promises, and see them failing to gain traction.

If the meltdown in Virgo warns that external details can’t be patched up, Saturn in Pisces insists on going in for an internal reckoning: those who once felt safe behind logical progress may now glimpse how flimsy that exterior comfort was. While some slip into private dread; others cling to faith in god, or some golden idol, or creative outlets, unsure if supernatural support is enough to counter such a widespread sense of decay. When all is lost, people find refuge in the most abstract of places. In older spiritual traditions, such a predicament might be framed as a “dark night of the soul”—not a clinical diagnosis, but a collective mood in which illusions vanish, leaving us to confront our deeper aches and unmasked spiritual exhaustion. It’s a state of soul-sickness, in which we realise that every pillar we relied on is struggling to keep the charade alive, and it is time, unequivocally, to face the music.

Mars in Cancer & the Aries Retrogrades: Emotional Ire, But No Real Way Forward
Complicating our next steps, Mars continues his creepy sidestep through Cancer while out-of-bounds, stirring emotional potencies without offering a clear line of attack. Normally, Mars would opt for a direct approach—fight back or push ahead. But in Cancer, all the impetus turns inward, and when angered or roused we’re sometimes seething, sometimes defensively coiled into the fetal position. Everything is personal here, in Mars’ fall. This long-standing transit has produced a global climate of moodiness or sudden spats, as folks lash out at perceived intrusions on their security. If you sense tension building at home, or watch petty arguments spinning out in your social circle, blame Mars in Cancer’s uneasy energies. Combine that with the looming Virgo Moon’s nervous meltdown, and it’s easy for frustrations to bubble over, yet no solution to materialise.

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Moreover, tetchy Mars tangles in tense squares with both Chiron and Eris in Aries, amplifying what might already feel like an emotional minefield. Old wounds around identity or autonomy (Chiron) rub raw against the nasty rebellious spark of Eris, creating a tinderbox effect on both personal and societal scales. We see sudden clashes or unscripted outbursts, the kind of disputes that pull ancient resentments along class, race, gender, etc. out of hibernation. Tensions brew, families or friend groups drift toward tearful showdowns. The watery vulnerability of Mars in Cancer can’t hold its own easily against these raw Aries influences, so we’re left with a sense that any major confrontation could blow up far beyond its original scope. If the meltdown wasn’t enough, now it also threatens to flare into a conflict we can’t contain.

Meanwhile, a stationing Mercury will soon join Venus retrograde in Aries—a sign that typically wants action now. But with these planets reversing, communication and relationship matters fall into cyclical, repetitive loops. We revisit old arguments or old desires, but can’t break through into new ground. If the meltdown in Virgo saps your willingness to micro-manage every detail, you could find yourself drifting into these old relational tangles without the impetus to solve them. Or you might attempt a bold Aries approach—like an overdue confrontation—only to watch it deteriorate into more misunderstandings that highlight how exhausted everyone is. The sum effect is frustration, internalised irritation and a sense of “treading water,” which only heightens the sense that this meltdown is unstoppable.

The Great Global Shakedown
Meanwhile, the hideous Pluto sits unaspected on the outer fringes of Aquarius, snickering madly from beyond the grave, yet looming large at the failing state of all long-standing parties and affiliations of power, building force like a silent revolutionary jackhammer, poised to unleash abrupt institutional falls or unmask entire systems’ moral decay without so much as a cosmic courtesy call. By the time these cataclysmic reveals register, most of us—already grappling with this total lunar eclipse meltdown—will be too drained to muster much more than a resigned shrug. Any desire to react or reorganise our own revolt fizzles in the face of deep existential fatigue.

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Still, a fleeting trine from Uranus in Taurus to the eclipsed Virgo Moon briefly dangles promising sparks of grassroots skirmishes, innovations, and do-it-yourself societal fixes. Under normal skies, we might adopt these game-changing ideas with gusto, but with Virgo’s rational framework overshadowed, sapped by a spiritual dryness, we might feel that no attempts at any methodical tweaking can assuage the soul-suffering. Instead of rallying to new potentials, we slump under the weight of what feels like soul-level depletion. When mutable-earth Virgo is stressed this severely—especially under a soul-sapping eclipse near the South Node—it struggles to bend; instead it snaps into a full-scale purge, heartlessly discarding illusions and routines, and possibly even real gems in the frantic bid to flush out the system. There’s a ruthless neuroticism here: flush the proverbial baby out with the bathwater if it means ending the grind of empty busyness.

Surrendering to the Sacred Pause
So is this doom? Possibly for certain illusions. But eclipses often tear away superficial comforts so we can glimpse what truly matters. That dryness you feel may be the signal to drop the scripts that never fed your soul. If everything feels pointless, the key might be acceptance: yield to the lull, let illusions rot rather than scrambling to fix them. Talk to a confidant or counsellor if the gravity feels unbearable. Listen to the hush for clues about what your deeper self actually craves. Sometimes the only way forward is not a plan but a pause, letting new currents stir underneath your emotional rubble. It’s a simple case of less is more and nothing is everything.

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The lunar meltdown, hence, becomes a portal. Worn-out routines and hollow beliefs can perish, making space for an unforced, wholly unfiltered sincerity to shine through. In amongst all the minutia of life, we need to find faith. A time may come, once the dust settles, when you sense a twinge of renewed purpose—no longer driven by compulsion or fear. Indeed, the cosmic blueprint doesn’t end with this overshadowed Virgo demolition of the old order: an Aries Solar Eclipse waits just two weeks ahead, set to jolt us back into a warrior stance, pushing for front-line action and raw independence. It spells every man, woman, and baby for itself, but before that fiery beginning, this infernal meltdown is your dark chrysalis—an initiation, rather than an end. Let go of those worn-out illusions. Let go of the illusions about illusions. Let your soul’s suffering be heard. And when the Aries spark arrives, you’ll be clearer about what deserves your energy—and what never did.

May you have a restful Eclipse, many blessings xx "

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“Hostile Negotiations”: The FULL MOON at 23°20′ Libra, Sunday, April 13, 2025, 00:22 UTC
Ang Stoic
Apr 09, 2025
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"It is a volatile time, when scapegoats often fear they'll be punished or blamed for setting boundaries, going no-contact, or upsetting the narcissist—trapped in constant anxiety, walking on eggshells.

My fellow travellers,

It is shaping up as one hell of a precarious moment in the cosmos, and those of you tuned into the most recent eclipse cycle already sense the cosmic hyperanxiety building up in your bones. The Aries Solar Eclipse from a fortnight ago thrust us into a state of disquiet that won’t easily dissipate, at least not by simply wishing for calm or some sort of negligent bypass. Indeed, we are teetering on a precipice: old structures appear to be veering out of control, and mighty, mostly unseen forces are seeding a new reality that is neither subtle nor particularly forgiving to anyone refusing to evolve. My commitment here is to situate these dizzying changes in a coherent context, even if what we face feels downright unnerving. Those who sense the dying clutches of a lazy, needy little world past its expiry date might take solace in my series of warnings: forging on, unafraid of going it alone if necessary, remains our only viable strategy as we hurtle manically towards a bold, possibly tumultuous future.

The Libra Finale: Tensions at Full Tilt
This Full Moon, exact on 13 April 2025 at 23° Libra, stands not just as the culminating phase of the Aries Solar Eclipse from late March but as the raising drawbridge of a series of Aries/Libra eclipses that began in 2023. Libra is classically associated with balance, harmony, and fair play, but having undergone the Moon’s South Node antithesis, these conditions—its penchant for playing nice, courtesies and politeness—can stretch so thin that they metastasise into paralysis or hollow appeasement. Intensifying that tension is the building of critical mass in the opposing Aries, namely the Sun, in this case fortified by a nearly exact conjunction with Chiron and Eris. Hence, the Full Moon’s impetus to “keep the peace” grinds head-on against Chiron’s raw impulse to expose deeply entrenched insecurities, especially those around self-worth and identity. We can only “play nice” so far, before we lose all essence of what it means to be unashamedly honest and true.

Hence why things start to appear brutish and raw, wild and unapologetically offensive. At the Libra Moon’s height of opposition, expect heightened demand for equitable dealings—but watch for the raging, stormlike flipside, where swallowed grievances risk boiling over at the slightest provocation. Libra’s gift may be to see multiple perspectives and maintain a sense of civil diplomacy, social grace, and capacity to restore, yet in a climate as heatedly aggrieved, fervently inflamed as this, overcompensation or forced pleasantness could feel superficial, lame or even manipulative. Faced with an Aries Sun that demands unwavering authenticity, many will find themselves caught between longing to preserve connections—even ones detrimental to their primary cause—and the urgent need to stand their ground, rashly or even violently, possibly raising issues that have lain dormant for far too long.

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Aries Sun over Chiron/Eris, opposite the Libra Moon
Let’s observe how the Sun, exalted in Aries, now illuminates long-standing residents in this sign. Chiron in Aries symbolises the wound of selfhood: the hurt from lifetimes (or at least formative years) of being dismissed, overlooked, or forced to question whether one’s very right to exist is legitimate. Eris in Aries, meanwhile, embodies the raw, unbridled confrontation that arises when festering transgenerational resentments and obscure power struggles are finally forced into the light. Due to her vast distance (three times farther than Pluto), when invoked or projected into the picture, she operates like an irascible truth-serum tale-teller—uninvited and unwelcome, yet impossibly excoriating and necessary—exposing fractures in relationships and societal structures by triggering long-buried envies, rivalries, or aggression among the indigenous classes. This quality goes beyond anything we can affect, describing the translineal grievances that lie in our collective gene pools rather than social constructs. In this sense, the Libra Full Moon doesn’t just highlight the ache of personal invalidation (Chiron), but also the explosive energies of centuries of suppressed conflict (Eris) that can detonate into all-out fire and fury (Aries) if we insist on cling to a veneer of polite mannerisms and performative niceties.

As Chiron approaches Eris, the wound of exclusion knots into undercurrents of interpersonal competition which, like Pluto’s fascination with dominance and power, resonate at the lowest common frequencies of survival instinct, subconsciously driving each of us to claim the recognition or resources we may have been quietly denied. Societal “unspoken truths” swept under the rug can surface as tensions so heated they threaten scorched-earth outcomes. Taken positively, Eris’s scorned force for reckoning can be channelled into a transformative “judgement day” scenario, a hell-bent wake-up call that dismantles superficial niceties and paves way for genuine evolution—personally and collectively. Taken negatively, it fuels bitter wars, pitting wounded individuals against each other in a Darwinian struggle for supreme dominance. It happens in the course of “natural selection, although we know that nature is often violent and cruel when deciding “the fittest”. Here, the Libra Moon tries to keep everyone civil, but faced with Chiron’s vulnerabilities and Eris’s volatility, the dynamic can rapidly devolve into defensive placation or explosive blame campaigns. Neither approach solves anything; in fact, it merely intensifies the friction.

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Ultimately, the real healing key (Chiron’s contribution) lies in confronting discomfort directly, naming it without shame, and giving it the oxygen of honest expression. Even Eris—that unsightly side of us kept banished and deeply repressed—serves as the fiery crucible in which hidden agendas and unhealed grudges are burned away rather than festering indefinitely, from one generation to the next as class-struggles or other forms of pent-up collective psychosis. Only through such raw candour—often expressed as wild, unhinged eruptions, persecution ‘which hunts’, or mass movements that rail against the tide as sweeping revolutions, unweighted by hypocrisy or societal pretence—does proper relational balance (Libra) stand a chance. If you’re willing to engage with these forces consciously, you’ll find they can provoke real change rather than perpetual resentment, unweighted by hypocrisy or subterfuge, forging a new equilibrium built on authenticity rather than polite deceit and systemic propaganda.

Naming it without shaming it requires enormous enlightenment, and yet allowing the toxicity to surface and breathe is the only true antiseptic in an environment where truth can seem elusive. Only then can genuine relational balance begin to be restored

The Mars T-Square: A Pressure Cooker on the Brink
As if the Sun–Moon opposition woes weren’t enough, Mars, still in Cancer forms a tense T-square to both lights. Mars, archetype of sheer aggression and ruler of Aries, has been crouching about in Cancer far beyond its usual two-month stint, thanks to prolonged retrogradation and out-of-bounds antics. In Cancer, Mars loses its typical directness and becomes far more reactive, inexplicably and unpredictably moody, and occasionally vicious when threatened. Since late last year, this combative houseguest has been fraying nerves, taking every slight intensely personally, often lashing out erratically over perceived slights or emotional insecurities. Whilst no longer retrograde, he remains in his shadow, so the lingering frustration still simmers.

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At this Full Moon, expect a peak surge in irritability, where petty quarrels, and moments of mad exasperation so sudden they catch you off-guard flood the domestic scene. Feeling cornered and misunderstood, people may snap or retreat into silent brooding that stews into passive-aggressive pot-shots. Nothing is ever what it seems, as Mars squared by Chiron and Eris seems to flick the switchblade over sores that stem as far back as Columbus reaching the new lands. Nonetheless, tensions in close relationships can reach boiling point, especially if you have skirted pliantly around conflict to keep up appearances. This cosmic T-square configuration, stressing and already tense lunation, demands immense release of pent-up frustration. If you let that pressure escape in small, sincere but well-received increments—asserting your boundaries clearly, instead of letting resentments fester—you’ll avoid a meltdown. But if you’ve spent months skulking and pandering around sensitive topics and tiptoeing around emotional landmines, you might be in for one mother of a thermonuclear-grade blow-up—one that cracks open everything you tried so carefully to contain.

Pisces Stellium (Neptune Just Inside Aries) and the Shift from Illusion
Meanwhile, a significant cluster of planets in Pisces—Venus, Mercury, Saturn, all along the transiting North Node—sits on the brink of Aries, with Neptune itself barely a degree into the new sign. This line-up has been magnified by both Mercury and Venus lingering in protracted retrograde phases around the Aries point (the “World-Axis”, affect global events), each forced into an extended station near Saturn’s sobering truth serum and Neptune’s ultimate evasion into fantasy. Mentally, Mercury’s crucial retrograde demanded we revisit unfinished business, illusions we clung to out of habit, and old mindsets that only delayed progress. Emotionally, Venus’s lockstep alignment to Saturn’s steely presence has challenged our rose-tinted ideals in love, personal values, and creative expression—dissolving fantasy where reality calls for stark honesty.

Pisces at this juncture radiates an aura of disillusionment and existential fatigue. The longstanding ploy towards escapist crutches and addictions, the polite euphemisms and handy self-deceptions, the borderline romantic pipe dreams have all run their course, especially under Saturn’s exacting gaze. The final degrees of Pisces often signal the full dissolution of those illusions that once made life bearable but now undermine genuine growth. A wave of crashing disappointment or ennui can sweep in as beloved myths evaporate, yet that confrontation with truth ultimately liberates the psyche. [cue, every Morrissey/Smiths song ever sung…]

In combination with the Libra Full Moon, this scenario underscores how “business as usual” feels untenable. If Libra is exhausted from presenting a superficial veneer of balance, Pisces is equally depleted from shoring up illusions that no longer shield us from harsh reality. From this point forward, we see forces conspiring in our lives, each poised to make a grand exit into Aries territory, where fierce, impatient, often rude and sometimes violent action supplants rumination and direct experience trumps dreamy conjecture. Before we can harness Aries’ unfiltered impetus, though, the stubborn remnants of clever denial, conflict aversion or codependence must be eradicated. It’s a draining but climactic clearing-out process—one that might leave us trudging through a fog of frustration, only to emerge galvanised by Aries’ raw spark. Not until that frustration catches fire and purifies the ego-attached soul from prior nonsense are we ready to stand up, charge ahead, and reclaim an existence founded on authentic momentum rather than sentimental inertia.

Saturn/Uranus Yod to the Full Moon: Collective Upheaval
Adding yet another layer, Saturn in Pisces and Uranus in Taurus form a sextile and simultaneously quincunx the Libra Full Moon. This “Yod” or “Finger of Fate” formation shoots pointed energy straight at the lunation, signifying a cosmic ultimatum around illusions (Pisces) and radical shifts in values or stability (Taurus). On the societal level, we see illusions in governance, finance, and collective identity fracturing. Scandals, economic shake-ups, or sudden realisations about resource scarcity jolt the public out of complacency. Uranus in Taurus recklessly redefines value, challenging us to find security not in outdated comfort zones but in our capacity to stand on the edge of adaptability and innovation.

The Full Moon, receiving pressure from these outer planets, intensifies both personal and collective confrontation. Where we’ve built entire lifestyles on shaky fantasies or hollow alliances, the cosmic crack-down is fierce. Libra’s refined social niceties are forced to yield under Saturn’s demand for truth and Uranus’s impetus for radical upheaval. The tension from these titans can be insurmountably irritating, manifesting in large-scale unrest, as entire populations awaken to deep-seated dissatisfaction and clamour for real change—often with the subtlety of a sledgehammer. A sense of “enough is enough” pervades the collective, spurring abrupt pivots that might look chaotic but ultimately break new ground.

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Inner Theatre: Personal Upheaval and Psychological Seesaws
On an internal level, the synergy of these transits can produce crushing fatigue, as if we’re carrying the emotional weight of a world gone awry. Many will oscillate between clinging to phony equilibrium and longing to rip everything apart just to feel real again. Guilt, existential dread, and fierce surges of independence all swirl at once, leaving us uneasy and slightly disoriented. The repressed self demands recognition; she screams to be heard with screeching banshee hysteria: Where you once capitulated to keep a fragile, unsustainable peace, you may now erupt with “I’ve had it—this is my life, too!”

We’re also forced to acknowledge ways in which we’ve concealed truths about who we truly are. Relationship patterns that revolve around superficial courtesy, empty compromises, or fear of rocking the boat become suffocating. Passive-aggressive behaviour, subtle manipulations, or toxic codependent attachment complexes might spiral into infernal blow-ups if not addressed. Bridges will be burned, without remorse or regard for—consciously or not—we wish never to return. Ultimately, this Full Moon triggers a clarion call: if you don’t speak honestly about your needs and pains, the tension can trigger meltdown, meltdown triggers confrontation, and confrontation either permanently breaks or remakes the bonds in your life.

Something Must End: The Eclipse Finale
Because this lunation follows on from the Aries Solar Eclipse, it seals a two-year eclipse series across the Aries–Libra axis. In many respects, it marks the end of the more untenable Libra qualities: endless vacillation, aesthetic or diplomatic posturing over genuine resolution, and the fear of conflict that leads to shallow half-measures. The environment is primed for confrontation. When the Full Moon meets the Chiron–Sun in Aries, there’s an insistence on direct expression—stifling it simply fosters further fragmentation. That fragmentation can look like random outbursts of rage, meltdown, or an abrupt withdrawal from relationships deemed suffocating or pretentious. Like a traumatised animal lashing out, old wounds from being sidelined or ridiculed come roaring forth, demanding immediate acknowledgment.

What we’re witnessing is the last gasp of the “polite pretence era.” The shift into Aries is unstoppable now, with multiple planets—Mercury, Venus, Saturn—preparing to join Neptune, Chiron, and Eris in the primal territory of self-definition. No, we are not turning our back on the ideals of cooperation and synergy; we are simply acknowledging that polite superficialities no longer cut it. We either address our shared anxieties openly and bravely or risk letting them burst out in destructive ways. The next stage may require a willingness to stand alone, even fight or bravely go to war for your truth rather than remain in the soul-killing safety of the groupthink that refuses to address its own dysfunction.

Advising the Path Forward: Harnessing the Aries Momentum Name the Hidden Wound
If you feel a raw discomfort that you can’t quite articulate, push yourself to name it. Denial keeps you stuck. Full Moons reveal what’s normally concealed, and with Chiron in Aries, that hidden ache around identity is front and centre. Journal it, voice it, scream it if you must—just don’t pretend it isn’t there.

Confront but Don’t Cannibalise
Healthy confrontation is necessary. Passive aggression or forced politeness will sabotage relationships quicker than hosting an honest, bare-faced argument. Speak plainly and hold others accountable, but do not indulge in perfunctory character assassinations or melodramatic warfare. Aim for resolution, not total annihilation.

Acknowledge the Explosive Factor
Mars in Cancer, forming that horrendous T-square, is simply a tinderbox. Do not underestimate or forget entirely that, at least for a few more weeks, emotional reactivity runs high. If you sense yourself nearing a blow-up, step back for a moment of clarity rather than unleashing chaos and all hell. However, stifling everything is equally damaging—find a measured release valve. Physical movement (boxing, dance, a raw primal scream, however silly it sounds) can help bleed off tension.

Courage to Evolve
If relationships, jobs, or living situations feel stale, this is the impetus to blow the whistle and call out “time”. The inertia of “keeping the peace”, or playing along in a game that seems like it’s going to end badly, has become toxic. You don’t need to scorch the earth, but you do need to break from patterns that have you locked in purgatory. The cardinal energy begs for forward movement: do it consciously instead of waiting for crisis to shove you over the edge.

Trust the Emergence of Genuine, True, Authentic Bonds
Libra’s gift is establishing meaningful connections. Aries reveals the raw self. Together, they promise relationships that are real and supportive, rather than codependent or performative. If a bond survives the searing honesty of this dreadfully climactic period, it’s probably worth preserving. If it crumbles, it frees you to be a more authentic person for another, to form alliances where you don’t have to wear a mask.

Embrace the Aries Wave
The cluster of planets piling into Aries will energise everything in such a way that, even in relationship, you will want to strike out on your own. After the Piscean slump of disillusionment, where we’ve all melted into each others’ gooey energies, we’re collectively starved for individuality, spontaneity and direct engagement with life. There may be an urge to leap headfirst into new ventures, even if it means forging ahead alone. Rejoice in that impetus to live, to do, to act, rather than wallowing in gloom. Just mind the difference between boldness and recklessness."

[onawah]

CHIRON & ERIS: When the Wound Demands War, and War Demands Healing
May 5, 2025
ASTROLOGY OF NOW
https://angstoic.com/2025/05/chiron-eris-when-the-wound-demands-war-and-war-demands-healing/

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"• Woundful provocation • Aggravated injustice • Weaponising past trauma • Exposure of ancestral betrayals • Conflict that facilitates healing • Unprocessed grief erupts • Empathy meets rage • Social wounds rupture • Vindication through strife • Reclaiming agency through exploring pain •

Few pairings of mythic archetypes in modern astrology evoke such a raw and visceral clash as Chiron—the Wounded Healer, condemned to immortality with an incurable injury—and Eris—the goddess of strife who casts a golden apple into the feast, forcing long-standing resentments to flare into open conflict and protracted wars. Though each celestial figure is relatively new to mainstream astrological discourse (Chiron was discovered in 1977, Eris in 2004-5), they each carry a weighty presence that resonates strikingly with the enmity and internal struggles that have shaped humanity’s consciousness in the late twentieth and twenty-first centuries. What emerges from their confluence is neither the serene notions of a “spiritual upgrade” nor a purely negative prediction of outright cataclysm; rather, it is a potent—often harrowing— blend of expression that binds empathy with disagreement, suffering with resistance, and the longing for redemption with the raw impetus to tear down illusions.

Such a complex synergy of archetypes cannot be captured by neat, New Age platitudes any more than King Lear’s tragedy can be reduced to a moral fable about filial duty or the Russian Revolution can be tidily classified as a step towards humanity’s “progress.” Indeed, if one seeks a literary analogue, we might imagine Iago from Shakespeare’s Othello (himself a cunning manipulator of hidden wounds and seething envy) crossing paths with Hamlet—that quintessential sufferer whose introspections border on the paralysing—producing a scenario where grief, bitterness, and unspoken grudges boil over. Hamlet, weighed down by existential dread and the unhealed trauma of his father’s murder, could be said to bear a Chirotic wound; Iago, with his relentless incitement to rivalrous animosity and destruction, channels the Erisian impulse to sow conflict precisely where illusions remain. One might argue that Hamlet never fully harnesses the combative impetus that might break him free from his psychic prison, just as Iago never grasps the fundamental empathy that could redeem him from cynical malice. But if we imagine these archetypal forces combined—fused into some tragic composite figure who both suffers deeply and cannot resist provoking others into open discord, then we are staring at the uneasy hybrid that Chiron/Eris form.

This duality emerges in historical moments when repressed pain, systemic injustice, or cultural infractions reach a point of combustion, often triggered by an individual or movement that refuses complicity in silent suffering. Consider the controversies surrounding Rosa Luxemburg and her condemnation of imperialism’s brutality at the end of World War I, or the way Frantz Fanon exposed the psychological wounds of colonial subjects forced to swallow unending humiliation. Each sought to articulate, with a certain ruthless clarity, how unhealed traumas (Chiron) demand to be confronted with fierce retribution (Eris) for genuine transformation to occur—quiet endurance alone, they argued, only prolongs or deepens collective agony. Indeed, in many real revolutions, the figure or faction that emerges to speak truth to power also unleashes bitter envy, fear, or hostility, because social fallacies—like the paternal myth of Tsarist benevolence or the supposedly honourable veneer of empire—have become existentially threatened.

“I bear the wounds of all the battles I avoided.”
~ Fernando Pessoa

In the astrological community, Chiron initially gained traction as “the Wounded Healer,” often simplistically explained in tofu humanistic workshops that emphasised the path from personal pain toward a gentle, empathic wisdom. Yet if one examines the original myth seriously, Chiron’s plight is agonisingly bleak: an arrow steeped in Hydra’s venom lodged in his flesh, leaves him in excruciating pain he could never be rid of. His nobility, ironically, derived from his capacity to share in the vulnerabilities of mortals, despite his immortality, thereby teaching them how to transmute lesser sufferings into heroic quests. But there is no escaping the essential tragedy of Chiron’s predicament. For all his knowledge of the healing arts, he cannot absolve himself of his own unremitting agony. Like Raskolnikov in Dostoyevsky’s Crime and Punishment, Chiron finds himself on an inexorable path forced by an internal crisis, one that compels him to confront the darkest corners of the psyche—though unlike Raskolnikov, whose path to redemption involves confession and a return to communal moral codes, Chiron doesn’t quite find neat closure or reintegration. Instead, his “redemption” ends in a curious bargain with Zeus, surrendering his immortality—an ultimate act of capitulation to cosmic forces rather than any triumphant moral victory.

Eris, conversely, broke onto the scene in 2005, dismantling the old paradigms of planetary nomenclature, at once dethroning Pluto from the pantheon of classical planets, and sowing chaos within the International Astronomical Union much in the way she sowed discord at the wedding of Peleus and Thetis. She is the archetypal voice that sneers at hypocritical harmony and performative niceties, the cry that demands we own up to our species-wide capacity for envy, rivalry, and destruction. Even in the literary sense, Eris finds her echoes: from the catastrophic envy of Salieri in Peter Shaffer’s Amadeus, who, faced with Mozart’s brilliance, grows consumed by bitterness to the point of sabotage, to the raw competitiveness of Heathcliff in Emily Brontë’s Wuthering Heights, whose primal resentments tear the domestic sphere asunder. These characters embody the Erisian principle that repressed envy does not vanish; it metastasises into a vortex of revenge, compulsion, and scorched-earth confrontation, which, once unleashed, initiates horribly painful and irreversible leaps in our evolution.

But what happens when the inescapable sorrow and wounded empathy of Chiron locks arms with Eris’s unstoppable impetus for hellbent conflict? On an inner level, this manifests as a relentless impetus to unearth old hurts that we might otherwise try to keep buried. If Chiron alone sometimes leads to resigned acceptance of chronic pain—like the depressed figure content to remain perenially in therapy without ever truly disturbing their external reality—then Eris catalyses that stoic acceptance into unfiltered anger, forcing the individual to confront not only the emotional cost of the wound, but also any distortions or scapegoating that helped keep that wound from being expressed or explored. If you imagine a contemporary scenario, you might see someone who realises that years of microaggressions at the office or emotional neglect in childhood have built up a swirling resentment, a quiet “I’m fine” that, under Eris’s touch, explodes into: “I refuse to be complicit. I’ll bring down the entire system if that’s what it takes.” That impetus is not necessarily graceful or strategic—it can alienate colleagues, threaten existing alliances, and even produce further injuries—but it can also be the only way to shift from silent endurance to the possibility of redemption, albeit redemption wrought through confrontation.

Locally, in relationships and smaller communities, the synergy of Chiron/Eris appears as an uncorking of longstanding bitterness—a vetch of complex traumas that might have festered for decades. Think of Tolstoy’s Anna Karenina, where Anna’s repressed despair inside a loveless marriage collides with a scandalous affair, exposing the hypocrisy of Russian aristocratic society. One could argue that she experiences a Chirotic wound—her emotional vacuum—yet Eris is there in her decision to defy the norms, creating havoc and scandal, revealing the fault lines in family structures. The ultimate tragedy is that the old illusions cannot hold, but the social order punishes her for her defiance. In this sense, the Chiron/Eris dynamic can be seen in personal betrayals, family feuds, or quiet vendettas that simmer until one day an offhand remark or confrontation sets events spiralling. Healing is possible, but only after the illusions are shattered, the repressed hostility is vented, and a raw confrontation with guilt, sorrow, or betrayal takes place, often not without loss. Observe the recent death of Virginia Giuffre, a tragic figure who, in her pursuit of exposing abusers within elite networks, became emblematic of how society often punishes those who reveal its most uncomfortable truths—emphasising the stark, Chiron/Eris reality that only after the myths are unravelled, and hostilities dragged into the open, can genuine transformation begin to occur, albeit at heartbreaking personal cost.

Globally, the cyclical recurrence of Chiron/Eris conjunctions speaks volumes about how societies handle structural wounds. Historically, the first major confluence of these energies in the twentieth century occurred around 1917–1918 in the late degrees of Pisces, overshadowing the final stages of World War I and spurring the Russian Revolution. At that point, one could see the entire continent of Europe in a Chirotic state of shell-shock: millions dead in the trenches, an entire generation haunted by post-traumatic stress. Eris in late Pisces, moving toward Aries, instigated the collapse of preconceived notions about aristocratic prerogatives or the inherent “nobility” of war. The downfall of Tsarist power, the decline of the British ruling class, the unstoppable tide of Bolshevism, and the creation of entirely new political structures were savage echoes of Eris’s impetus: the illusions fueling war propaganda were simply no match for the raw wound inflicted on the masses. However, the “solution” was hardly peaceful or utopian—what followed was protracted civil conflict, famine, the eventual terror of Stalin’s regime. That, too, is instructive: the eruption of Eris seldom yields comfortable resolution; it can merely enforce a new shape of power, sometimes as oppressive as what came before, if the deeper misconceptions are never truly confronted. We can witness parallel illusions unraveling in Europe’s fracturing alliances, the United States’ deepening partisan divides, Russia’s revived imperial aspirations, China’s authoritarian consolidation, and the Middle East’s precarious realignments—all echoing the Chiron/Eris lesson that once-latent grievances, left unaddressed, will eventually explode into transformational upheavals, often installing new structures just as fraught as those they replace.

When Chiron/Eris next aligned in 1971–1972, this time in Aries, the impetus shifted from the watery dissolution of Pisces illusions into the fiery directness of Aries. We observed massive social upheavals in the form of anti-war protests, second-wave feminism, civil rights expansions, and the persistent unravelling of colonial frameworks. Although neither Chiron nor Eris were discovered at the time, the phenomenon, though operating beneath conscious recognition, was equally pervasive and unleashed a “big stink” that severely undermined official narratives, forcing entire administrations to lose face. The bogus ideas of paternalistic governments insisting on a righteous mission in Vietnam were systematically dismantled by frontline journalists, whistleblowers, and activists who refused to remain complicit in the ongoing bloodshed. Though we might also note that even among these movements, fractures and rivalries emerged, just as Eris would predict. The birth of identity politics in the early 1970s, for instance, was not always a harmonious enterprise but a messy, necessary confrontation with the wounds inflicted by racism, sexism, and class structures. If Chiron presided over the collective realisation that “We have been deeply hurt by these systems,” Eris insisted that this realisation should be weaponised into a direct, potentially scorched-earth battle to overturn them.

Fast forward, then, to the emerging triple conjunction set to repeat over the next 12 months, and we anticipate a renewal of that same fiery dynamic. This time, however, the crisis revolves around the tightening grip of corporate oligarchs and billionaire rulers, whose unchecked power amplifies the stark gulf between the ultra-privileged and the working majority. We are witnessing new waves of activism around bodily autonomy, immigration, unemployment, homelessness and wealth inequality, likely to reach a tipping point when Eris’s impetus for strife meets Chiron’s confrontation with unhealed wounds—both societal and ecological. In the same way that the artistic communities of Weimar Germany or the civil rights protests in 1970s America used adversity to spark revolutionary cultural expression, we might see the same impetus today: new forms of climate activism, unionisation efforts, or radical political movements that channel the pain of inequality into demands for abrupt change. Yet we must also acknowledge the risk that the Eris-driven rage, if not guided by a deeper Chirotic compassion, can morph into reactionary violence. One only needs to recall the fate of revolutions hijacked by terror to see how easily a wounded collective can become a merciless aggressor in its own right.

This underscores the essence of the third, hybrid dimension that arises from Chiron and Eris merging: a demand that personal and collective wounds be neither prettified nor left to stagnate under the pretenses of “evolutionary progress,” but engaged with in a manner that may be painfully direct and not necessarily guaranteed of a benign outcome. It is reminiscent of the tragic arc in Toni Morrison’s Beloved, where the trauma of slavery surfaces as a relentless haunting that cannot be smoothed over—only confronted, named, exorcised at tremendous cost. The psychological agony that the characters endure is fundamentally Chirotic, but the poltergeist-like fury that tears through their household is Erisian, forcing them all to face the monstrous truth of enslavement rather than keep up the façade of uneasy peace. In a far more personal manner, that dynamic recurs in everyday families where generational secrets—incest, abuse, betrayal—are forcibly revealed by one outraged individual, leading to explosive conflicts yet also the possibility, at last, of genuine accountability and perhaps a measure of release.

One might be tempted to say that Eris is simply “scornful’ and “destructive” while Chiron is “healing” and “constructive,” but their synergy herein defies such simplistic dualism. Eris will ironically generate more honesty about the wound’s origin, while Chiron can imbue that explosive revelation with a deeper sense of empathy, though whether that empathy can last amid the chaos is an open question. In the worst expressions, Chiron/Eris can degrade into vendettas or ideological wars that cloak themselves in righteous rhetoric, but never address the underlying pain in a truly integrative fashion. In the best of circumstances, however, we might see something akin to Martin Luther King Jr.’s radical empathy married to Malcolm X’s unwavering challenge to structural racism: a synergy that acknowledges both moral suasion and fierce confrontation as vital components of social healing. The corrupted narratives that protect oppressive systems can only be shattered by Eris’s brand of relentless friction, yet it is Chiron’s capacity for shared vulnerability that can keep the project from devolving into endless vengeance. We are all too familiar with wars that are unlikely to bring us any peace.

Ultimately, in an era when pop astrology so often hails new celestial discoveries as if they were beacons of mystical positivity, the Chiron/Eris combination offers a sobering reminder that some cosmic forces enter the collective psyche to dredge up resentments and re-aggravate old scars as much as to propose new solutions. The illusions that hush up these resentments, be they illusions of national righteousness, family unity, or personal superiority, face a brutal test whenever Eris is in the picture. And if Chiron is near, these conflicts inevitably strike at the heart of existential or ancestral wounds we thought we could outrun. There is a certain bleak, if clarifying, wisdom in that realisation: we must be prepared for the possibility that the cure might require a battlefield of sorts, that the healing could come only after skewed perceptions are laid bare, and that a measure of permanent sorrow might remain, even in the best outcome.

If all of this feels disconcerting or cynical, it might be instructive to recall that the greatest works of literature—whether Sophocles’ Oedipus Rex, Shakespeare’s King Lear, or Dostoyevsky’s Crime And Punishment—are rarely uplifting in a facile sense. They often track how our wildest delusions, once destroyed, leave a ghastly aftermath of despair and emptiness, yet also free the protagonists (and the audience) from the tyranny of falsehood. In the same manner, the synergy of Chiron/Eris can herald a painful, confrontational, but ultimately illuminating breakdown: dysfunctions that hamper personal growth or perpetuate oppressive social systems cannot survive the combined onslaught of the Wound that won’t heal and the Goddess who ensures we can no longer look away.

It is both a warning and a promise. As we now move closer toward the next major triple conjunction in the mid-2020s, global rifts over imperial culpability, economic inequality, and both national and personal identity politics may flare with unprecedented severity, while personal crises over self-worth, family ties, or psychological scars likewise intensify. The illusions that these crises expose—blithe corporate promises of “sustainability,” superficial public relations “healing,” or interpersonal relationships built on unspoken resentments—cannot stand unchallenged. With Pluto in Aquarius, and the transitions Neptune and Uranus into masculine signs, some misconceptions will be shattered in the manner of a series of fiery revolutions and catastrophic wars, others might be painstakingly unravelled in the process of profound new therapies or candid family confrontation. The reward, if we can call it that, resides in the possibility of forging something more honest and resilient, albeit still bearing the scars of the conflicts and heartbreak that precipitated it.

In the end, to approach the Chiron/Eris synergy with the caution it demands is to recognise that not all universal processes trend toward gentleness or easy harmony. As T.S. Eliot posited in “The Wasteland,” sometimes the soil of our civilisation is sown with corpses and myths, and we must face the macabre truth of it before any new growth can sprout. A seemingly unhinged Eris stabs at our pretences with savage clarity, while Chiron, seeking to make amends for past grievances, boldly compels us to integrate the wound into the core of our being, neither romanticising it nor denying its pain. This alchemical merging produces a third, higher force that, in linguistic terms, is still novel and scarcely understood. Yet in its most potent form, it can unearth hidden realities and set us on the brutal path of metamorphosis, though the road is strewn with the hollow shells of vague notions we thought essential to our emotional safety.

Thus, as we stand on the threshold of the next major wave of Chiron/Eris alignments, we might do well to remember the cautionary tales of centuries past: misconceptions and fallacies unchallenged tend to fester and turn septic and rancid, and wounds ignored can mutate into resentments too large to contain. Whether in our literature or real revolutions, the impetus to face our shared pain seldom arrives swathed in subtle cosmic blessings—more likely, it storms the feast, flinging the apple of discord into the midst of our most injurious pretensions and forcing us to react, often in the most deranged manner. In that moment, if we are to glean any genuine healing, we must do as Chiron would: endure the pain, name it openly, and—like Eris—have the audacity to destroy what no longer serves. The result may not make for a neat and tidy moral parable, but it may be the only path to carving out a future that stands, however precariously, upon unmitigated truth.

Dates:

Chiron–Eris Conjunction in Aries: active mid-2024 to early 2027, with exact alignments • 27 May 2025 (25°28′) • 9 Oct 2025 (25°15′) • and 19 Mar 2026 (24°59′)
What We Can Expect:

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Disclosure of Hidden Wounds: Sudden exposures of systemic or personal pain, surfacing opportunities for ruthless honesty and possible resolution.
Catalytic Breakthroughs: A harsh but liberating confrontation with truths long ignored can trigger creative reorganisation in collective structures or personal lives.
Reformative Struggles: A surge of dynamic initiative to address inequality or unresolved grievances, often through decisive, confrontational means.
Challenges:

Escalation of Conflict: Unhealed envy or anger surfaces abruptly, igniting hostilities and intensifying social or interpersonal division.
Reactive Polarisation: Power struggles intensify. Suppressed rage explodes in destructive patterns, from public scandals to sudden meltdowns in relationships.
Excessive Vulnerability: Emotional crises or physical stress from unresolved trauma, leading to burnout or volatile behaviour if not managed carefully.
How Will It Affect You?
These conjunctions activate significant inner planet activities, unleashing intense rivalry and competition, aggravating unprocessed sorrow in everyone’s chart, but the impact is strongest where Aries falls in your birth houses or aspects your personal planets. Old resentments may resurface, demanding you break toxic cycles or openly confront your deepest frustrations. If handled consciously, you can transmute personal pain into a force that dismantles self-defeating patterns—and spurs real progress. If resisted, expect power struggles, inner turmoil, or abrupt rifts pushing you to face what you’ve evaded."

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THE MONTH AHEAD: MAY 2025
May 3, 2025
ASTROLOGY OF NOW
https://angstoic.com/2025/05/the-month-ahead-may-2025/

" If April was about enduring the harsh lessons of love and repaying karmic contracts (☊ -♀/♄), where the spiritual quality of our bonds with others was tested by the cold realities of duty and purpose, and where emotional restraint—or even outright denial—delivered a sort of payback, then the month of May thrusts us into a distinctly different but no less challenging terrain.

Yeah, April’s emphasis on loyalty and the ability to endure some deprivations, the excruciating torment of bearing the weight of isolation, sometimes forced us to question whether our heart’s intentions still held true—especially when the pressure was on—or if the burden was simply too heavy to keep going. The pall of sobriety is heavy, stripping all colour from the emotional climate. Many of us faced rigid boundaries, the fear of losing, jealousy, and separations that tested our capacity for fidelity and self-control. Such a heavy atmosphere, although often uncomfortable, blessed us with clarity: those who were full of **** got called out, illusions were shattered, unspoken tensions came to light, and one either chose to alter the terms and stay the course or drop everything and walk away. Merciless kindness, if you like, but that’s the power of love. It can be cruel sometimes, when it hits its limits.

The month of May inaugurates the first of three Chiron/Eris conjunctions over the coming year, popping the lid off Pandora’s first aid kit of raw wounds and shamefully uncomfortable truths, unleashing all kinds of primordial screams—both personal and collective. Where April demanded stoic reflection and resilience, May sees us hurtling towards blunt encounters that expose us to a raft of repressed anger and unhealed complex traumas.

These pains are not new. They go back years, spanning many generations, yet have only entered our collective consciousness in recent times. Chiron, the wounded-healer consciousness, was discovered in 1977; Eris, the awareness of missing out, exclusion, and marginalisation, in 2004. Together, they force old wounds out of the shadows, compelling us to acknowledge the raw, unmet needs that have festered for centuries and can no longer remain buried. In their combined agony, we find ourselves confronting the strange new awareness that every unseen wound demands remedy, every perceived injustice its retribution—and that denying it only deepens the collective scar.

The sore of indignation beneath the moral and ethical bandage has turned septic; the decay of not being acknowledged is not only painful, but it’s also starting to seep its rancid stench over everything—where hidden, ignored grievances collide with the need for authenticity, forcing us to deal with systemic neglect after growing tired of grappling with deep-seated discord without directly addressing the problem.

Such delicate cosmic conditions can feel combustible: conflicts that have long simmered under the surface may erupt everywhere this month, yet therein lies the potential for transformative growth. Those ready to expose personal or societal grievances might tap into an unexpected power to break out of toxic cycles, provided they resist the urge to lash out blindly. Whistleblower events in the next week (leading up to 7 May, ☿/⚷/⚨) will ignite fierce controversy. Alternatively, increased evasion or denial of obvious complaints merely festers, creating a breeding ground for bitterness, hostility, and unrest in mid-to-late May.

Simultaneously, Saturn’s first foray into Aries (25 May) adds another layer of intensity, reinforcing themes of blind ambition and endurance alongside self-willed defiance. While Saturn in Aries can yield industrious individuals who persevere against all odds, in the sign of its fall, it also stirs a nasty desire to dominate or act in isolation. A prudent approach is to harness its discipline without succumbing to selfish impulses, forging a fresh start from a position of measured confidence rather than raw aggression. However, with all these forces overlapping in Aries—April’s stark realisations that we are largely alone, May’s raw honesty via Chiron–Eris, and Saturn’s bristly step to join Neptune in early Aries—we will be challenged to stand firm without flinching, confront unresolved matters, and reshape our path with integrity, not outright anarchy or restitution."

[onawah]

“The Final Straw”: The FULL MOON at 22°13′ Scorpio, Monday, May 12, 2025, 16:57 UTC
May 11, 2025
ASTROLOGY OF NOW
https://angstoic.com/2025/05/the-final-straw-the-full-moon-at-2213%e2%80%b2-scorpio-monday-may-12-2025-1657-utc/

"This is Persephone territory—the descent, the abduction, the re-emergence. Just this time, you get to choose whether you rise or stay underground…
Greetings Fellow travellers,

Another lunation? Maybe. But this one cuts a little deeper, my stargazing friends—especially if you’ve been bottling up that rage, biting your tongue, or pretending your loyalty isn’t stretched to breaking point. So allow me, if I may, to observe this climactic event with you because, let’s face it, Full Moons aren’t just pretty baubles shimmering brightly in the nightsky—they literally augur spring-tide moments in our cosmology, biology and emotional constitution, compelling us to face whatever’s lurking beneath that cool, otherwise calm surface of our exterior world.

With the Sun and Moon locked in opposition, they each amplify each other’s gravitational pull upon us here, on Earth, just as they do with ocean tides. This messes with our equilibrium. And during the traditionally accursed Scorpio Full Moon, this usual tidal surge is supercharged by the sign’s instinct to dredge all manner of buried truths into the light with the most irrepressible force. And with Juno joining the Hades Moon, we can expect our most intimate relationships to feel like they’re teetering on the verge of thermonuclear explosion—indeed, some of you might even welcome that infernal meltdown just to shake off what seems like years of claustrophobic tension.

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At its core, this lunation unravels exactly where we’ve been cowering in denial, refusing to acknowledge the seething resentments or festering power games that drive our partnerships. Of course, Scorpio doesn’t do “subtle” once it’s been triggered. The emotionally volatile Moon—already in her fall in the most extreme of emotional signs—doesn’t need much provocation to lose her ****. Throw in the presence of Juno—the ancient goddess who shows zero tolerance for betrayal and half-hearted devotion—and you’ve got a complete gun-to-the-head ultimatum that demands total honesty or ultimate doom. It’s a ruthless, unforgiving vibe, fraught with unchecked reactivity, but it’s clear: we either purge the toxic sludge or watch even the most prized relationship rot on the vine. It’s almost certain that everyone is feeling the torment of someone under their skin right now. There’s always some projection on a Full Moon. In fact, much of the decay is already well past the stage where its rancid stench can be tolerated, even from three rooms down the hall. If you think you can skate by with a half-arsed apology or placate your partner with stalling tactics, befuddling double-talk, or a box of superficial niceties, think again. Scorpio will sniff out that bull’s **** and tear shreds straight through whatever façade.

Over on the Taurus side, where issues of taste, comfort, security, finances, and a bullheaded refusal to shift outdated values reign supreme, the Sun prepares for its final meeting with Uranus in this fixed-earth sign. For the past seven years, we’ve become not more flexible, but more determinedly unbudging. Hardened. Cynical. More inventive about how to defend what we consider ours and more autonomously independent, both bodily and economically. And to hell with anyone trying to shake us from that. If the Bull is traditionally conservative, it’s now radically entrenched. Slow to react—but once it does, it becomes impossible to defy. Under Uranus, Taurus has learned to rebel not by moving, but by staying. This obstinacy has infuriated all the fixed signs—Scorpio most of all—whose insistent pressure for change has only increasingly been met with cold-eyed intransigent refusal.

This last lunation standoff is the final straw. Patience is gone.

The docile cow has become a staunchly immobile monolith, obliviously munching grass while Scorpio’s resentments stew and wallow in the dark pits of Hades. And Scorpio has tried everything—emotional blackmail, psychotic rages, prolonged bouts of silent brooding, hysterical accusations, weaponised sex, sleazy smear campaigns, sabotage, mysteriously cryptic false exits, even martyrdom—all to force the Bull to feel something.
To transform.
But Taurus doesn’t flinch.
Won’t even blink any more.
Just knows they own you any time you get worked up over them.
And now, right as this culmination hits, across from Juno—the indomitable goddess of sacred bonds, marriage, and contractual vengeance—the pressure building within partnerships becomes volcanic. Loyalty, betrayal, suppressed power struggles—everything is set to blow. Juno is not one to negotiate; she demands blood oaths. This is do-or-die territory. On one side: Taurus, done playing emotional games, refuses to be convinced that anything is worth giving up an inch of turf for an ounce of control. On the other hand, Scorpio, desperate to break through the numbness, threatens to lash out with every trick in the arsenal. What you’re seeing here is the most palpably toxic version of the old archetypal standoff—where irresistible force meets immovable object—a conflict of inflexible wills that has turned peace and love into a war of attrition.

Further intensifying the background is a Yod (“Finger of Fate”) involving the Scorpio Moon, Jupiter in Gemini, and the volatile Chiron/Eris conjunct in Aries. Quincunxes require us to make awkward adjustments, often forcing uncomfortable terms between forces that don’t naturally sit well with us. Jupiter in Gemini wants flighty, open-ended mental play and the freedom to keep options fluid and non-committal, which the Moon in Scorpio, especially conjoined with Juno, ain’t gonna cop for. Meanwhile, Chiron/Eris in Aries is literally a raw nerve exposed: the wound of not belonging, not being seen, of being made to feel useless and unwanted, erupting into defiant assertions of identity upon the all-controlling Scorpionic temperament. This alignment forces a three-way confrontation between evasive, big-talkin’ intellectualism, emotional extremism, and a primal scream for recognition from the ‘underclass’ grappling with extinction.

You can see how this adds pressure and complexity to an already fraught situation.

And to make matters even worse, the lunation axis is T-squared by Pallas Athena, who, from the fixed-air sign of Aquarius, is trying to adjudicate this standoff using cool-headed strategy. Sure, applying some radical objectivity can help if you’re prepared to integrate intense feelings into a collaborative framework—but if one partner or party keeps stonewalling, while the other’s bitter resentments are seething under the surface, no amount of UN-level negotiators wouldn’t crack this curse.

Add Mercury in Taurus squaring Pluto in Aquarius to this fixed-mess mix, and any communications can turn a power struggle into a very stale, stalemate. This is perhaps the tightest aspect under this Full Moon, and woe to those who might feel tempted to hammer their viewpoint home with stubborn ferocity, or twist logic to win the argument (you know, the dumb move of using bully-boy tactics or gangster-like coercive language). The whole deal here is going to take some out-of-the-box thinking. Ask yourself why you’re so unwilling to shift perspective. That’s the real Pluto test: letting go of deeply ingrained mental patterns that keep your mind small or rigid.

In any case, you can’t just think your way out of this. The pressure will expose fractures in how you show up in relationships and where you’ve buried your rage, shame, or unmet needs. Aside from changing your mind, you might also need to prepare to lose something—at least some solid ground—and be prepared for some heartbreak too. I mean, breakthroughs are possible—but only through unflinching honesty and a willingness to dismantle the false self. It’s hard to let go of several ego-attachments, whether it’s our unflinching grip on what brings us physical security or the lust to maintain psychological control over others, or whatever it is you’re stuck on. Whatever it is, this is an extremely brutal moment for all those affected. There will be tears [latest Cosmic Bus episode].

Let’s be honest here. Some of this is on you. You saw the damned signs. You tolerated the control. You let the rot seep in. You sucked up the grief, ignored your gut instinct, sat stewing, stayed suffering way past its due date. So this lunation is your chance to stop kidding yourself and face what your soul’s been screaming for: the utter self-abnegating truth, or eternal oblivion.

If something’s got to die for you to live, then so be it. That’s Scorpio, right back at you…"

[onawah]

Wired for Change” – The NEW MOON at 06°06′ GEMINI, Tuesday, May 27, 2025, 03:03 UTC
Ang Stoic
May 25, 2025
https://angstoic.substack.com/p/wired-for-change-the-new-moon-at?utm_source=post-email-title&publication_id=1144662&post_id=164357856&utm_campaign=email-post-title&isFreemail=true&r=p7227&triedRedirect=true&utm_medium=email

"“In all affairs it's a healthy thing now and then to hang a question mark on the things you have long taken for granted.” ― Bertrand Russell

Greetings Fellow Travellers,

Another New Moon approaches, and in Gemini, it permeates our entire existence with an especially restless energy. All kinds of flitting and fluttering possibilities emerge as this mutable-air lunation deluges us in a torrent of thoughts and ideas, stimulating a quickening of the intellect and rapid shifts in perspective. Though our Moon is hardly a rare celestial phenomenon—Jupiter, for instance, has over a hundred satellites circling around it—here on Earth, we hold our solitary lunar goddess in unique reverence and affection, just as she holds powerful sway over our inner lives, governing our emotional tides and our unseen yet crucial day-to-day rhythms. Without her steady presence, all life on this planet would feel unmoored, lacking the subtle ebb and flow that helps connect us to our instincts.

The universe beyond our Sun and Moon is a cold, unfeeling abyss; it offers neither comfort nor security. Our Sun is what keeps us active and alive, radiating energy to illuminate and thaw the icy void of space, while the Moon gently guides us towards a sense of cyclical renewal, whether in body, mind, or soul. When a New Moon arrives, these profound forces converge, reminding us that it’s time to realign our deeper selves with conscious intent and step forward as best we can. At this time of year, the multiplicity and diversity of life flourish in the ever-changing realm of Gemini’s mutable air. The impetus becomes to gather information, communicate with laser clarity, and juggle multiple viewpoints without losing our centre. It’s both a challenge and an invocation: to harness that frenetic mental current and transform it into something meaningful before it sweeps us away.

More broadly, we recognise that these are extraordinary times in our evolving perception of reality. With Saturn joining Neptune at the World Axis (0° Aries), an immense gravitational pull descends upon global affairs, heightening our collective sense of urgency for renewal. Neptune’s proximity blurs the boundaries between tangible and intangible, dissolving lines of certainty while urging us to reach into the limitless quantum field and create entirely new frameworks—or else watch our old edifices collapse under the weight of their own illusions. Meanwhile, the first of three conjunctions between Chiron and Eris since the early 1970s also occurs in Aries, bringing new insights into how to deal with longstanding wounds and societal discord. The call for direct, unfiltered engagement with whatever we have sidelined or suppressed is amplified, pushing us not just to seek healing and reparation but also to challenge the status quo attitude. As the fairy-tale illusions of the old world unravel, the so-called ‘American Dream’ and ‘Hollywood Romance’ grow pale, leaving us poised on a precarious threshold. We are traversing a tense yet transformative passage where the stakes—both personal and collective—feel higher than ever, at least in our lifetime. Against the backdrop of Gemini’s restless mental current, we must engage our sharpened wits and agile spirits, for only by assimilating these profound shifts can we chart a meaningful course forward.

The Gemini Effect
The New Moon itself occurs in early Gemini, unifying the conscious (Sun) and unconscious (Moon) facets of our being into a restless, quick-witted oneness. Gemini’s hallmark is variety. Here, all energies want to talk, trade stories, gather data, and pursue novelty wherever it appears. In a world that’s felt weighed down by conflict, disappointment, and stifled resentment, this breeze of curiosity can be a genuine breath of fresh air. Suddenly, we may feel free to share our truths, reveal our grievances, or gather the elusive puzzle pieces that were missing under heavier skies. Yet Gemini’s perils lie in its distractibility: it can be so enamoured with superficial novelty that deeper focus and richness fall by the wayside. If you’ve felt your attention shredded by unending notifications and contradictory headlines, you know that’s Gemini at its most scattered. A better approach is to avoid flipping between everything at once: choose a few key objectives and allow the rest to hover in the background for now. If you remain alert, you’ll catch what you truly need.

Mercury, Gemini’s ruler, takes centre stage in this lunation. Having just emerged from an intense rendezvous with Uranus in Taurus, Mercury now races into Gemini with renewed vigour. The 24 May Mercury–Uranus conjunction felt like striking a match in damp tinder: sparks of genius abounded, yet daily inertia and stubborn mindsets threatened to smother them. Those bright bursts didn’t vanish, though; they simply got stuck—perhaps finding a practical form in the earthy realm. Now, Mercury in Gemini hits its stride, unleashing a flood of ideas, witty exchanges, and a near-feverish drive to communicate. Caution: Speed alone won’t guarantee comprehension. What we gain in quantity might be lost in reflection. Amplified by the New Moon, Mercury intensifies our hunger for stimulation, multiple open tabs, half-read books, and spirited chats with all kinds of people. It’s invigorating, but trying to track everything at once can blow a fuse—good luck connecting it all to a single project or purpose. That sort of coherence demands mindful intention.

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Meanwhile, Jupiter appears as a somewhat jaded figure in the final degrees of Gemini. For the past year, this so-called “great benefic” has tempted us with evangelistic claims of how grand life could be, if only we’d spin the “right” narrative or latch onto the perfect intellectual angle, perhaps gleaned from podcasts and savvy media outlets. At its best, Jupiter in Gemini broadened our perspectives, introduced new lines of thought, and expanded our social networks. But it also skirted with overextension, with big promises that sometimes lacked real backbone, even meaning. Perhaps, fancying your own as a voice of interest, you even launched your own podcast or Substack, only to realise how hard it is to make your voice stand out in an already cluttered field of cacophonic sophistries and contradictory “expert” voices. Twice last year(Aug & Dec 2024), Jupiter squared Saturn in Pisces, highlighting the gulf between eloquent words or grandiose schemes and the discipline required to turn them into soulful, tangible creations. Now, on the brink of leaving Gemini, Jupiter imminently faces a final rendezvous with the looming Saturn–Neptune spectre in early Aries, this time from Cancer—a sure sign of impending reality checks and regulations, where any illusions or inflated rhetoric of the past year risk disintegrating entirely if not anchored in substance. It’s as though the cosmos is saying, “All right, you’ve talked your head off; now prove there’s genuine merit behind what you say.” For many, and this includes the biggest media outlets and their '“star reporters”, that’s indeed humbling; for others, a chance to refine grand ideas into workable solutions, or at least regulate the flow of toxic effluence into our streams by questioning everything.

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In the Cold Distance
Meanwhile, Uranus is preparing for a preliminary ingress into Gemini on 7 July. In recent years, we’ve seen Uranus shake up Taurus, disrupting the stable ground with economic uncertainty, socioecological upheaval, and a frantic scramble to adapt both in body and in the space in which our bodies are housed, and the relationships that support them. In Gemini, Uranus becomes a radical stimulant to our mental realm. Expect rapid and phenomenal shifts in communication technology, leaps in how we exchange data, and perhaps a societal overdrive on information dissemination and how this affects our interpersonal contact. This can unleash tremendous leaps in creative innovations, but also mind-body dissociation if we don’t keep the mental realm in check. Think of it as a foretaste: Uranus won’t settle fully into Gemini for a while, yet this brief visit could foreshadow where we’re headed as a species. With Pluto in another air sign, Aquarius, brace yourself: the next phase could be turbo-charged with new, unconventional methods of learning and relating.

As if that weren’t enough cosmic bustle, Saturn and Neptune inch closer to their rare conjunction in Aries. By mid-July, they’ll be hovering a fraction of a degree from each other, both stationing retrograde. This is a momentous convergence: with Saturn in Aries unapologetically demanding structure, boundaries, and accountability. Neptune dissolves, spiritualises, merges, and permeates boundaries. Together in Aries, they could force us to build new frameworks and barriers from scratch—ones that are more transparent but integral to each being—nothing less than an overhaul of how we approach identity, leadership, and initiative, both on a personal and global level. Or they could spawn impossible illusions that collapse under the weight of Saturn’s aggressive scrutiny. Those who’ve been coasting on pure fantasy might find themselves in freefall. Yet if you combine Saturn’s pioneering tenacity and Neptune’s profound vision, there’s an opportunity for genuine, groundbreaking, soulful creation. You’ll need to keep your eyes open, though. Aries has zero patience for half-baked illusions—this is a cardinal sign that demands action, not vague musings.

A Brief Respite—Venus & Mars
While all this big paradigm shift is stirring about, we find Venus and Mars providing a warm, if fleeting, point of relief. Both have endured their periodic retrograde cycles recently, each wrestling with old issues around sustaining personal values and satisfying raw desire. Now, moving forward and covering fresh territory, they form a trine—Venus in Aries, Mars in Leo—bringing a brief wave of fiery harmony. It’s not the kind of aspect that will solve all your existential troubles, but it can restore some zest and confidence to your most prodigious relationships and creative projects. Take it as a reminder that honest, direct self-expression can feel good, even if the bigger cosmic plot is complicated. There’s a chance to connect with others who share your passion or at least appreciate your flair. Still, with so many competing demands on our time and emotional resources, it’s wise not to stretch yourself too thin. Focus on what truly inspires you, protect that spark, and don’t waste energy on conflicts that yield no growth.

That said, Venus isn’t entirely off the hook. She forms a semisquare to this New Moon—an aspect that can introduce friction or mild tension into our attempts to get along with others. Small irritations about how we’re being seen or what we’re receiving in return turn up the heat. Adding more fury to the fire, Venus will soon plunge into a triple conjunction with Chiron and Eris in Aries—a gauntlet which, when it reaches the limits of how much it will suffer, exposes wounds around love, self-worth, feminism, and the right to exist as we are—unapologetically. Chiron points to our unhealed psychic bruises, Eris to the primal scream from beyond the ages against institutionalised exclusion or injustices, and Aries sets it all on fire. If you’ve been burying resentments or insecurities in any relationship, expect them to pop. Regardless of whether wounds are legitimate or purely ideological, the divisive discordance here bypasses courtesies or diplomatic compromise; there is an atavistic rage here that threatens to let loose its raw, unbridled truth to either heal or unleash more chaos. The irony is that real healing often arises precisely when old scars are laid bare. But it can be messy, and with the twisted, hard-done-by Eris involved, the fallout might not be neat. This aspect nags at us for a while.

Mars, dispositor to all this Aries activity, remains in trine to Venus for a short while, so there’s some potential for synergy—fierce personalities sparking each other’s creativity rather than clashing in ego battles. But let’s be real: Mars in Leo (BDE) can also become an overbearing show-off if he feels underappreciated, and Venus in Aries can turn combative if she’s not getting the respect she demands. The key here is harnessing that boldness for honest expression rather than an all-out turf war. There’s enough cosmic tension swirling around that we don’t need more drama. If you sense the temperature rising, remember you’re allowed to step back and regroup. Mercury whizzing through Gemini in these next two weeks might push us to talk everything out instantly, but sometimes it’s wiser to hold your tongue until you have your bearings.

Genuine Support and Moving Forward
In the background, the Sun itself quietly supports Saturn and Neptune, offering a softening influence that can bridge idealism and practicality. It’s not a game-changing aspect, but in these times, any small grace can help keep us from tipping into despair. We’re collectively fatigued from illusions about all organisations, systems and faculties collapsing, from the sense that everything is in flux, from the daily barrage of contradictory truths. It’s hard to maintain unwavering faith in institutions, relationships, or sweeping causes when we see how easily they wither away under duress. Maybe the best approach is to keep it simple: you don’t have to fix the world, but you can maintain your own integrity, pursue what genuinely nurtures you, and leave space for others to sort their mess out. Self-love isn’t selfish if it stops you from splintering under pressure. In fact, with the titanic collisions of Saturn–Neptune looming, a strong sense of self might be your most reliable anchor.

Setting an Intention
So, where does that leave us with this Gemini New Moon? At a profound new threshold. We can capitalise on the brimming mental energy, pick up new ideas, and perhaps see everything in a fresher light. Mercury’s nearby presence means it’s an excellent time for thought-provoking activities, writing, conversations, or any project that demands clever solutions.

The best advice is to keep your eyes and ears on your own path. Yes, the outer world will keep vibrating recklessly with big, dramatic quakes—like an old washing machine on spin cycle, its balance thrown, rattling wildly with every revolution. Stay centred. Yes, everyone around you might be flipping between excitement and anxiety. But Gemini’s magic is in adaptability: you don’t have to be mentally stuck on one rigid viewpoint; you can shift course when new information arrives. Use that flexibility to stay sane. Don’t let yourself get pinned down by other people’s frantic demands or petty arguments. If you feel overwhelmed, take a breath, disconnect for a moment, and trust that you’ll know what you need when the time comes. Stay curious but not gullible. Be open yet not porous. Respect your own boundaries, and remember that focusing on a single, uplifting project can do wonders for your sense of stability."

[onawah]

“Cut Through the Noise”: The FULL MOON at 20°39′ Sagittarius
Wednesday, June 11, 2025, 07:44 UTC
Ang Stoic
Jun 08, 2025
https://angstoic.substack.com/p/cut-through-the-noise-the-full-moon?utm_source=post-email-title&publication_id=1144662&post_id=165333311&utm_campaign=email-post-title&isFreemail=true&r=p7227&triedRedirect=true&utm_medium=email

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"Stimulation without meaning drains the marrow of our being. It taxes the very source of all vitality in our lives.

Greetings Fellow Travellers,

It’s perhaps rather arguable that twelve months of Jupiter in Gemini have turned our thinking into grazing. Snazzy podcast headlines, hot‑takes, fiery debates, dopamine pings, deleterious doomscrolls—an interminable deluge of data—and as much as they might fill our minds with thoughts and chatter, by the end of Jupiter’s run in its sign of detriment, we may have come to discover that none of it settles, none of it satisfies the soul. So, at the height of Gemini Season, as this Full Moon swings into Sagittarius, the mind snaps back to a single-pointed demand: pick a truth—something you can walk on, some principle by which to live your life. No sideshoots of sophistry, no sprouts of distraction. Just give me one clean trajectory I can travel by, damn it!

Too Much Information
It’s clear we’ve had it. The Sun in late Gemini is still salt‑and‑peppering facts across the sky, but the Moon, coming to full opposition, sees straight through the black-and-white noise. Mutable fire wants commitment—something with colour, something that strikes the little red dot at our heart centre. Something that rings relevant, trustworthy, and true.

So it floods the nervous system with a rush of overwhelming acuity. By the time this lunation culminates at 20º Sagittarius, Jupiter (ruler of Sag) will have edged into Cancer, its sign of exaltation. And immediately, every loose end starts to show up as a wave of nervous hesitation; each distraction becomes a noxious encumbrance to our ‘knowing’. We suddenly cease to ramble—or at least tune out those who do. Scrambling for more senseless information only raises the volume to an insufferable pitch. Gemini’s had its day. Show’s over. The way forward now is to focus on the one thing you know to be true. Nothing else will land, my friends.

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That choice to follow the heart’s calling happens inside a locked room called the fixed T‑square. Venus, now in Taurus, holds fast to material comforts—taste, touch, cash flow, tangible, reliable bodies. “Money talks and BS walks,” she says. Opposite her, Vesta in Scorpio burns a sacred flame, hot enough to cauterise any bond that fakes intimacy with cheesy word salad. Her only devotion is to what still feels, what still has the capacity to hurt for her, die for her. At odds with both is Pluto in Aquarius, ramming the square at right angles—a dark insurgent force of mass disconnection, hologram-like intimacy, and power coded in digital circuitry rather than flesh and blood. It’s the rise of the machine and its technocratic oligarchs.

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Between these three, any pretence that the consumption (or excretion) of data equals connection begins to rot in real time.

We know this rot. It’s that bleak, hollow space where appetite and desire still flicker, but the delight—and the ability to feel truly satisfied—has died. A person keeps sampling lovers, protesting wars, donating to charities, chasing virtual quests—not because the heart is full, but because nothing lands. Is it hedonism? Is it nihilism? No. It’s just boredom. We’re just bored—divinely bored. Desire drifts, wholly untethered, cut loose from story, soul, and consequence.

Under this Full Moon, the question becomes stridently clear: in a world that provides us with a million amusements on demand, why do we feel so little? Pluto answers bluntly: because stimulation without meaning drains the marrow of our being. It taxes the very source of all vitality in our lives. And hollow people, with empty little hearts and no real purpose to live, are easy to herd, especially by digital governance.

Shift in the Airwaves
As we said, Jupiter, tired of Gemini’s lip service to morality, now slides into Cancer—hollow-eyed, ravenous for something it can actually feel—only to smash headlong into the Saturn–Neptune fusion in early Aries. The paradox here: Jupiter wants belonging that feeds the bones, but the grimly lugubrious Saturn–Neptune is dismantling every ready-made script, every known role. Whatever the institution—be it church, government, university, influencer cult—looks like it’s all lost its pacifying grip on the narrative we swore by. Who’s gonna hold it together for us now?

When ‘their’ stories are full of holes, ‘their’ rules don’t hold, the hierarchy’s wobbling, and the faith they sell no longer tastes like hope. All we’re left with is habit-hunger. We keep nibbling comfort food that doesn’t nourish us, replaying nostalgia that no longer draws even a whimper.

Is it time to go it alone? At least for a little while??

Pluto in Aquarius watches this square like a digital debt collector, ready to tap directly into our online accounts. Its algorithm scans the system for anything that doesn’t add up, demanding full accountability. Jupiter sits awkwardly at quincunx to this utterly heartless Pluto. The usual arrangement—rich benefactor hands out goodies, grateful crowd applauds—breaks down. The power broker feels exposed; the nurturer feels exploited. “Kind” gestures from on high turn sour, glossy façades crack, and every sentimental promise reveals its hidden bill. Perhaps it’s time to evolve toward a new, more humanitarian kind of give‑and‑take.

I know—it’s complex. These are deeply messed-up times. Massive things, like entire continental plates, are shifting all at once. When every system you’ve relied on seems shaky, you begin to wonder where your life and livelihood are really invested. Do you continue the old charade, or are you ready to step into something new?

So What Has to End?
First: the illusion that more input will eventually morph into wisdom.

Second: the transactional generosity that buys gratitude instead of intimacy—every favour given to keep someone small, every philanthropic gesture performed to sweeten that stench of self-disgust.

Third: the compulsion to treat our bodies and relationships as props in a gamified feed.

These forms of empty excess have reached their use‑by date. The longer we keep them, the more they sour everything else.

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As Wednesday approaches, stand under this Moon and you’ll feel the split. One part of you wants yet another distraction. The other part is already pulling toward a new frontier. The arrow is nocked. Choose the target."

[onawah]

Eris and Envy
July 15, 2025
ASTROLOGY OF NOW
https://angstoic.com/2025/07/eris-and-envy/

"Like our easy access to the now ubiquitious wifi signal, the slender needle of envy now injects directly into the bloodstream through the same lit glass prism that once promised universal connection. A single thumb‑flick upon an online acquaintance’s promo selfie on “stories” and—thwack—another acid dart adds to the corrosion upon the steely framework of your flimsy self‑esteem.  But why do we feel envy? And is it now more prevalent in our society than in past eras?

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We might define envy as that painful emotion we experience when we perceive another person possessing something—whether material, personal, or symbolic—that we lack but desire so badly for ourselves it makes us unbalanced or unhinged. It evokes an immediately comparative, self-referential evaluation that leaves us with feelings of lack, inferiority and resentment, often hidden or denied, yet capable of distorting all perspective and impairing our wellbeing. And so, astrology, ever the impresario of motive, identifies the hidden stage‑director behind the curtain as another crucial Kuiper-object—Eris, dwarf‑planet of discord—whose discovery in 2005 places her within a single news cycle of Apple’s iPhone’s prototype and the birth of Facebook.

Ironically, those inventions, gleaming like so many digital pommes de discorde (apple of discord), became her chosen munitions. Hurled into the banquet‑hall of humanity, they fractured conversation into competitive exhibition, igniting a global Aries‑style sprint for the most resplendent selfie, the most viral outrage, the most aggressively curated lifestyle. This was no metaphorical apple but one where the endless scroll of updates, accompanied by a ceaseless cascade of notifications—each ding a reminder that someone, somewhere, is winning at a game you did not realise you were playing.

The fever reached its paroxysm under the Uranus–Eris conjunctions of 2016 (there was three in that 12 month period), when the sky itself mimicked Silicon Valley’s launch calendar: innovation without reflection, shock without pause, and with nearly all of us signed onto a facebook/twitter account, we witness the earliest adopters scrambling for first‑mover glory even as the ground rules rewrote themselves nightly. If Uranus is the lightning strike of technology and thought provocation, Eris is the tinder‑dry underbrush that ensures the spark becomes a conflagrating wildfire; a cacophony of competing voices—and the world, firelit and sleepless, suddenly measured personal worth in likes, loops and luminous filters.

Thus begins our tale of how the silent and invisible but toxic seep of envy can make bothe mortal and gods crazy. Note that, in Greek mythology, it is Eris’ spurring of Hera’s envy for Aphrodite that set off the Trojan War. hence, this is Eris’s double‑edged gift: the corrosive comparison that blinds us into madness, and the catalytic friction that, if properly integrated, can hone the self into something sharper than any digital black mirror could ever reflect.

To understand how Eris animates the green‑eyed monster we must, first, refine our terminology. Envy, as is the inner pain that arises when another enjoys an advantage we lack. This is different to jealousy which is the pain of potentially losing an advantage we already possess. Both hurt—but they hurt in different keys. Astrology preserves the distinction by giving jealousy to Pluto, master of possession, power struggles and under‑the‑table manipulations, while awarding envy to Eris, agent provocateur whose métier is the zero‑sum carnival of comparisons. Where Pluto clamps down on what is “mine”, Eris lunges at what is “yours”, and the bruise she leaves is livid with humiliation.

Yet, as Hesiod hinted three millennia ago in his Works and Days, Strife comes in two guises: the ruinous and the regenerative. The poem belongs here in full (my translation), fascinatingly presents us with a dual face of Eris, setting the stage better than any modern editorial:

After all, there was not only one variety of Strife, but over earth
two Strifes exist. One, men would praise, seeing her at work,
but the other they revile, for they have wholly different natures.
The one, a cruel being, foments evil and war and battle;
no mortal loves her, but under compulsion by the will of the deathless gods
they pay harsh Strife her due of honour. But the other is the elder daughter
whom dark Night brought forth, and the son of Kronos on high,
dwelling in the upper air, embedded her in the earth’s roots;
she is much kinder to men. She stirs up even the idle to hard work,
for a man grows eager to labour when he sees his neighbour,
a rich man who hurries to plough and plant
and put his house in good order, and one neighbour contends with another
as they hurry after wealth; this Strife is good for men.
Potter too is piqued with potter, craftsman with craftsman;
beggar begrudges beggar, and bard resents bard.

Of the seven deadly sins, only envy is no fun at all. ‘Envy’ derives from the Latin invidia, ‘non‑sight’. In Dante’s Inferno, the envious labour under cloaks of lead, their eyelids sewn tight with leaden wire—suggesting that envy arises from, or leads to, a form of blindness.

The passage exposes Eris’s double‑coded nature: a corrosive Strife that hollows, and a catalytic Strife that spurs. Translating this into chart language, the unintegrated Eris operates like a covert saboteur. She mutters secretly, “If I cannot have it, neither shall you.” The dispossessed may luxuriate in scorn, launch passive‑aggressive barbs disguised as “jokes”, or—at worst—wreck the shared toy simply to extinguish the neighbour’s delight. Sabotage, self‑destructiveness, flash‑mob smear campaigns on social media: all are signatures of an Eris who has been banished to the psychic basement, where she feeds on stale ressentiment and plots mutiny.

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The pathology of it all is at once recognisable, but hard for the everyperson to define. They might sooner get dragged into the ****fight rather than learn to call it and step away. Unintegrated Eris keeps score with manic precision, inflating every social disparity into cosmic injustice and seeks vengeance. She is the office gossip who leaks a rival’s confidential misstep; the dinner‑party guest who congratulates a friend’s engagement while googling divorce statistics under the table; the keyboard warrior who relishes a glut ot Schadenfreude headlines because the high and mighty deserve to be dragged into the mud. She is the militant ideologue—the self‑anointed social avenger who uses righteous trans-generational outrage as a mask for her own unspoken envy, crusading not to liberate but to level and deprive, scorning any level of nuance as complicity. Her protest sign may read equality, but the clenched jaw beneath it snarls why not me? These behaviours, perhaps deemed necessary in the historical means of the evolutionary process, mirror the psychological account of envy’s “non‑sight”, the almost-blind, green-eyed monster, whose focus narrows to a pin‑hole through which only the envied object is visible, while the broader context—effort, sacrifice, risk—falls away. All that remains is the frantic sucking of the heart on air.

In contrast, Pluto’s jealous machinations differ in texture. Jealousy means guarding territory already claimed: the partner, the esteemed title, the lineage of privilege and wealth. Pluto’s fear is lsoing what you already have through displacement; Eris’s fear is never having in the first place and being cast into the shadows of insignificance. Their collusion is deliciously theatrical—imagine a technocratic CEO (Pluto) hoarding immense influence via supreme online surveilllance, scanning and spying on its clients or an insurgent start‑up competitor (Eris) whose mere existence mocks or threatens his relevance. When these two archetypes square off in a chart (as they has between 2020-2022—the COVID years), the axis usually runs straight through the vault of self‑worth: If I cannot own it, I must at least eclipse it. If I cannot eclipse it, I shall shut it down or ruin it to extinction.

But Hesiod’s second Strife—the elder daughter “embedded in the earth’s roots”—reminds us that envy, transmuted, can become emulation. Integrated Eris is a raging furnace of competitive fire that keeps civilisation humming. She is the inner drill sergeant urging you to rise an hour earlier to lace up for the 10‑kilometre run because your best friend just posted her personal‑best time. She is the entrepreneurial itch that hurls you into the market because another writer found a publisher and, damn it, your prose is every bit as sharp, if not sharper.

The crucial difference is that well‑integrated Eris competes on her own level, acknowledging hierarchy without surrendering agency. For her there is no insecurity in the comparison. She reads competence in others as living proof that the summit is climbable. Here, the psychological pain of disparity alchemises into aspiration; the fire in the belly becomes rocket fuel rather than arson. In such hands Eris is not a vandal but a superior life-coach, an influencer who, by example, pushes the psyche to close the gap not by bitching on one’s misfortune or by tearing down the other but by rising to meet them. The Buddhists call this mudita—sympathetic joy—but astrology accepts that joy may still carry heat, a sting that says move. Eris is, after all, the sister of Ares (Mars) the combatant god of battles. She hence becomes the competent goddess of the contest. Both wish to win, and understand the defeat is not a happy outcome, although the field of action and radius is much wider and less personal in Eris.

The Chiron Rendezvous: The Shame of Envy

All of this would be academic were it not for the celestial mise‑en‑scène looming in May 2025 and lasting until March 2026, when Eris hovering around 24°‑25° Aries conjoins Chiron, the wounded healer. Aries, the sign of raw initiative, already frames Eris as a street‑fighter, a lone frontline warrior; Chiron merely adds the smell of antiseptic and the rattle of surgical tools. This is a time when we are observing a sturation of headlines thick with rage against the “haves”: whistle‑blowers, online hacks, and torch‑bearing mobs exposing the gilded rot of elites. Yet the stage is also set for a cultural group‑therapy session on the shame of envy itself. Chiron probes the toxic abscess, Eris becomes the unsightly pus that threatens to ooze out everywhere, if released. The question is whether we lance the boil honestly—admitting the covetousness of all the we ache and thus, converting it into skil, or whether we project our bile, spraying the infection outward in riots of scapegoating.

On the personal plane, charts for whom Eris is a definitive feature (critical aspects to key points), or those with dominant planets from 22° to 27° of the cardinal signs (Aries, Cancer, Libra, Capricorn) are up for an uncompromising audit. If your default has been to mask envy behind hyper‑refined irony or designer nihilism, Chiron’s scalpel will slice through the facade. Or you may attract envy by the very naure of your elite standing in any particular area, field or personal trait. The wound revealed may throb with unresolved childhood scripts—perhaps an older sibling who always shone brighter, or a school culture that equated popularity or lovability with trophies. The medicine is, of course, bringing things out into the light with brutal candour: I want what you have because I fear I am less without it. Spoken aloud, the confession drains the poison and reroutes the energy toward mastery. Of course, as with Pluto, shedding sunlight on these sores is extremely difficult, especially if natives are filled with wounds of inadequacy and shame, as is most likely under a Chiron conjunction. Notice the difference between this and the shamelssness of the 2016 conjunction to Uranus. If refused, however, it metastasises into the kind of psychic mildew that blackens every relationship.

Keeping the Lid On
The psychologists advise reframing—remembering the unseen sacrifices behind someone’s success—and astrology offers an identical prescription: see the whole chart, not just the trophy planet. The influencer displaying flawless Marbella sunsets under a Libra Mars‑Venus conjunction may also host a Pisces Moon square Neptune, drowning nightly in imposter syndrome. Recognising those submerged currents restores perspective and, with it, compassion.

Remember, too, that nature compensates for its shortcomings. Astrologically, the compensation often lies by antiscion or contra‑antiscion—mirror degrees offering hidden boons—or in the house the envied planet rules. You might covet a friend’s Leo Sun in the 10th, oblivious that your own Cancer Sun in the 9th grants, by progression, a pilgrim’s passport to experiences she can scarcely imagine. Eris commands that you mine those quiet riches rather than paw salaciously at someone else’s crown. Avoid comparisons of sourgrapes too, as these kind of projections become your own nemesis.

The Alchemical Power of Emulation – Doing the Erisian Work

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Integrated Eris knows that discipline is the key if she wants to cut it among the winners. As such, to some extent, it behoves us to collaborate with Saturn. Saturn surveys the distance between you and your aspiration, then drafts the regimen: 10,000 hours of disciplined practice, cutting back on the junk, fewer cocktails, more treadmill etc—an unglamorous apprenticeship that will not fit neatly into a 30-second Reels clip. Like everything in the Kuiper belt, regeneration requies extreme sacrifice, self-denial and intnese focus to improve. The heat of envy becomes the pilot light that keeps Saturn’s kiln burning through dull, pre‑dawn repetitions. (Saturn poses a prolonged semi-sextile to Eris throughout November 2025). Notice that emulation still hurts (Aristotle was right) but it’s a very productive hurt—a deeply painful athletic ache in the quads as you crest the hill instead of the seeping ulcer of spite.

One practical spell: when the pang strikes, name three actions—tiny, tangible, achievable ones—that move you toward the admired quality. Want their fluency in French? Download the tools, shadow‑read a novel, memorise a menu. Envy starves on forward motion; feed her that diet and she mutates into pure, authenticated drive. Should you catch yourself secretly hoping the fluent friend fumbles her subjunctive on stage, compassionately clock it as unintegrated Eris and redirect the fantasy toward improving your own grammar drills.

Closing the Circle
Eris, discovered only in 2005, is still a fresh‑ink scribble in astrological folkore, and yet she already proves indispensable tool for diagnosing the ancestrally inherited bruise, beaten and purpled by twenty‑first‑century hyper‑visibility and its ubiquitous technologies. We can’t escape it, for we live in a time when every neighbour’s harvest glitters beneath LED ring lights, when algorithms rank our desirability in real time, when the boundary between admiration and self‑loathing is no thicker than a swipe. we can create “no fair—those rotten elites” tribal/class/gender/etc. rhetoric and warfare. However, to navigate this hall of mirrors we must choose which Strife to invite aboard: the younger sister who keens to burn the palace down, or the elder who hands us a whetstone and says, Sharpen your ploughshare—let’s see what your field can yield.

The 2025-26 Eris‑Chiron conjunction is both fire alarm and forge. Nations may vent their envy through populist bonfires; families and personal relationships may fracture over dinner‑table wealth gaps. Although there is some merit to the inequity issues, we must keep in mind that nature is often cruel, and so are the Darwinian processes of natural selection. If “the fittest will survive” then we best stay ahead of the game and keep ourselves in tip-top shape. There are no shortcuts for the slouchers, the misguided and the bitchy. The transit offers individual redemption: a chance to transmute invidia into intuitio—clear‑sighted recognition of potential. Envy blinds; emulation illumines. In that illumination Eris ceases to be the harpy cackling at the wedding feast and becomes, instead, the midwife of untapped genius.

Let the plutocrats clutch their jewels in jealous terror; the rest of us have work to do. Strive loudly, strive lavishly, strive on your level—and watch as the leaden eyelids of envy split open to greet the dawn.

Many Blessings xx "