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Mercury Retrograde in Pisces — Today’s Astrology — February 6, 2014

February 5, 2014 by admin Leave a Comment

Mercury Retrograde in Pisces at 4:43 PM EST / 1:43 PM PST

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It’s that time again! That dastardly mischievous and trickster planet Mercury will go retrograde on Thursday. So, before I get into the delineation of the meaning of Mercury retrograde, I must remind everyone that problems with electronics, travel plans, traveling, communication will become challenging over the next three weeks. In addition, this is not the time to make big purchases, sign documents, or move from one residence to another. However, it is a time for deep reflection.

Mercury retrograde is one of the few astrological terms that has made its way into pop culture. Of all the day to day astrological phenomena, it is the most annoying and those that follow astrology all shriek whenever this retrogradation appears. However, Mercury rules our mind and our ability to process data and information. As annoying as it may be Mercury retrograde is a necessary process of development as it lets us sort through the information we have acquired since the last Mercury retrograde period (it ended on November 10, 2013) and begin to use this information to make choices and decisions about our future.

This Mercury retrograde is in the sign of Pisces. Although Pisces is known in spiritual based circles as the sign of spirituality (of which it can be), during this retrograde period it’s more likely to show its more negative face – confusion, doubt, addictions, and self-defeating behavior. If you notice these feelings and behaviors rising to the surface it’s time to take some time to reflects and see where they are coming from. After all, we can use this energy in a positive way to modify old and existing habits and use Mercury’s power of understanding to eliminate the effect they have on our lives.

In the world chart (set for Jerusalem in Kabbalah), Scorpio is rising indicating mental anxiety and anguish, which is compounded by Saturn being in the first house of the chart ruling both our thoughts (the third house) and emotions (the fourth house). Mercury sits in the emotional based fourth house of the chart conjoined to both Neptune (confusion) and Chiron (wounds). Further, Mercury rules the 8^th house (death and regeneration) and the 11^th house (social circle, our need to be part of a group). As you can see from this configuration, relationships with others can be highly influenced during this cycle and with Scorpio rising conflicts may occur which may need to be addressed as they arise. Regardless of the difficulties, problems that occur are usually rectified once Mercury goes direct, yet it is important for us to remember that worldly problems are usually the result of internal problems that ultimately need to be addressed.

Mercury goes direct on February 28^th.

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Jupiter oppose Pluto — Today’s Astrology — January 31, 2014

January 31, 2014 by admin Leave a Comment

Jupiter in Cancer opposes Pluto in Capricorn at 4:18 AM EST / 1:18 AM PST

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I’ve notices for some time (especially in social media circles) people being obsessed with the word truth. However, this “TRUTH” is often subjective based upon the experience and conditioning of the person relating to it. It is then no longer the “TRUTH”, yet a subjective personal “truth,” which may not be the “TRUTH” at all. Unfortunately, we now live in a society where ‘expressing ones truth’ can often be a ‘non sequitor’ for awful behavior.

On Friday, Jupiter in Cancer will oppose Pluto in Capricorn and this can be an extremely messy aspect. For one, it tends to be very obsessive and often focuses on deeply convicted individual ideals to the point that this aspect can be extremely dogmatic and it is difficult to see another individual’s point of view or perspective. Secondly, since Jupiter expands every planet it touches in the zodiac, it’s aspects to Pluto can increase the planets volatility and quest for power. This can lead to power plays in relationships as well as the workplace. Further, the power of ones convictions can often lead to ruthlessness in your own behavior or the experience of ruthlessness from others.

While this transit is active it is necessary to really take a deep look your ideas and to ask yourself whether or not you are being a bit too dogmatic in your own version of the truth. It may be necessary to take a step back and allow others to have their own personal version of the truth, as well. If this inner insight and reflection is not accomplished and maintained then arguments, passive-aggressive behaviors, and a need to dominate may come to the surface. However, by analyzing this situation and being cognizant of others, you can experience deep transformation in your personal situation.

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Mercury Square Saturn — Today’s Astrology — January 25, 2014

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Mercury in Aquarius will square Saturn in Scorpio at 6:56 AM EST / 3:56 AM PST

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This week, Kabbalistically, we are in the portion of the Torah called ‘mishpatim’. This is one of the most predominant weekly portions amongst Kabbalistic scholars because the lesson is about slavery and the laws of cause and effect. The word ‘mishpatim’ means ordinances. In essence, it is about the laws that govern the universe. The insight of this particular portion is the realization that there are two realities – one reality being slavery to the material world and our emotions and the other reality being spirituality and our connection to the light. So, we are given an opportunity this week to choose whether we are slaves or spiritually free.

Yesterday, I wrote at length about aspects weaving into one another. Our current set of aspects began with the Venus – Mars square that occurred earlier in the month and has continued until we finally arrived at today’s aspect which is Mercury square Saturn. Venus – Mars brought to the surface problem areas in our relationships, Mercury sextile Uranus and Mercury trine Mars provided us with the insight to change our situation combined with the action to resolve our difficulties. However, Mercury square Saturn can often lead us to slipping back into our old behavioral patterns (often without realizing it) because they are familiar and easy.

How many times have you begun a new course or decided to behave in a different way or decided that a particular way someone was behaving was unacceptable? How many times have you created boundaries in your life only to slip back into old patterns a few days later? Although it may feel easier at the time, usually we feel guilty when the same problems begin to occur again in our lives. Mercury square Saturn is a test of whether or not we have the courage of our convictions. This is a very challenging aspect because Mercury rules the mind and Saturn rules limitations, and when the two get together one can often feel depressed, at odds with themselves, deeply conflicted, and can have great difficulty expressing themselves to others. This can lead us to seek solace of our past behavior patterns. This can be extremely problematic and can often lead us from a place of “freedom” back into the fettered clutches of slavery.

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Mercury Trine Mars — Today’s Astrology — January 24, 2014

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Mercury in Aquarius trine Mars in Libra at 9:57 AM EST / 6:57 AM PST

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In this blog post, I want to discuss a couple of astrological issues I normally do not have time to cover, yet I have been pondering their meaning lately.

After 25 years of doing astrological readings, I do not think we pay enough attention to the transits of the inner planets. Not enough, at all!

But, why?

Well frankly they are less glamorous. Transits of the outer planets (Uranus, Neptune, and Pluto) last for long periods of time and tend to be rather noticeable in the outer world. For example, we currently have an ongoing outer planet transit of Uranus in Aries in square to Pluto in Capricorn. The financial markets have collapsed, the economy has been shaken, and riots and protests between the upper and lower classes have erupted around the world. Whereas, transits of the inner planets tend to affect our personal lives, our moods, and our day to day interaction with others. Additionally, transits of the inner planets happen very quickly, so we tend to pay little attention to their movements.

The second issue I want to discuss is the flow of aspects that occur throughout the year. The moon traverses the zodiac making aspects to all the planets once a month; the Sun, Mercury, and Venus transit the horoscope once a year; and Mars transits occur once every two years. However, despite planetary consistency, the planets create their aspect patterns in different signs and retrograde in different locations. So, the inner planets bring forth themes and patterns to the surface at different times creating a unique experience for all of us. Further, if these astrological events triggers planets or significance points in your chart, the themes will be amplified.

This brings me to the latest aspect of Mercury in Aquarius in trine to Mars in Libra. On January 16, Venus in Capricorn square Mars in Libra which brought to the surface a lot of hidden problems in relationships. This was followed by the insightful aspect of Mercury sextile Uranus. Mercury – Uranus aspects always bring forth new answers to resolve old problems. Now, the trend continues with Mercury trine Mars.

One of the keywords that you can use for Mars is the word ‘action’. Mars likes movement and lots of it. He really does not care about what you are doing right now, he cares about what you are going to do in the future. Alternately, Mercury has to do with the mind and our mental processes. The winged god is how we understand life and put that understanding to use by formulate concepts and ideas. When you combine these two archetypal functions together it creates a golden opportunity for us to do all difficult thinking work that we need to do. Further, if it’s a complex situation, Mars provides you with the ability to accomplish things you might normally shriek at.

So, think back to the issues that came up during the Venus – Mars square, and any insight you may have received on how to resolve it. Now, is action time! It’s a great day for you to speak your mind with clarity, and for you to express what you need to express at this time. Your confidence will be increased and you if you respond accordingly, you will find yourself BOLDER than ever.

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Sun in Aquarius — Today’s Astrology — January 19, 2014

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Sun in Aquarius at 10:51 PM EST / 7:51PM PST

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If you live in the Northern Hemisphere, you probably are experiencing a bit of cabin fever. According to the Weather Channel, the winter season of 2013/2014 has been the coldest on record in a century for parts of the United States. Looking at the Weather charts for the next few months does not really show much improvement, so expect extreme weather conditions followed by bitter cold temperatures. However, the cure for cabin fever may not come in a mid-winter thaw, but with the Sun moving from reserved Capricorn and into social oriented Aquarius.

While the Sun is in Capricorn, there is a natural tendency for us to withdraw. Capricorn is associated with social structures, responsibilities, and focus on the more practical sides of life. On a more humorous note, it’s when the credit card bills from Christmas come home to roost. We go within and focus on getting our finances in order and all those dastardly resolutions we have chosen to make. However, the terrain of the sign of Aquarius is much different. Aquarius is an air sign so it is concerned with thoughts, ideas, progress, and since it is the natural ruler of the 11^th house our social circle. While the Sun is in Aquarius we need to feel part of the social fabric of society, so there is an urge to get out of the house (despite the cold temperatures) and begin to interact with others in a more meaningful way.

We can use the energy of the sign of Aquarius proactively to examine our social circles and decide whether or not it is giving us the food we need. In some cases, certain groups may fulfill us for a certain period of time, yet when we need other food others groups may be necessary. There is a powerful energy of reform in the sign of Aquarius, and often what we need to reform is ourselves.

Take some time while the Sun is in Aquarius to experiment with something new. Is there a group you have always had interest in? Are there new ideas you would like to explore that would require your interaction with others? Further, make a list of people you have lost contact with and reconnect to them once again. You will soon realize that the world is a greater place with all those “others” in it.

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Mercury Sextile Uranus — Today’s Astrology — January 17, 2014

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Mercury in Aquarius sextile Uranus in Aries at 1:25 AM EST / 10:25 PM PST (on the 16^th)

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As an astrologer, difficult aspects such as yesterday’s Venus square Mars are problematic to write about. Having to tell your readers that this is a troubling aspect that brings forth difficulties especially in relationships is not my favorite thing to do. However, I love when the aspect energy the next day helps to provide the solution to the problems one may be having.

On Friday, Mercury in Aquarius will sextile Uranus in Aries. This is a magnificent aspect to help with the intensive energies of Venus square Mars because it provides us with a fresh look at our perspective. Since Mercury rules the mind and Uranus rules progressive change, we are given an opportunity to realize solutions that have eluded us in the past. Perhaps, we have participated in any attempting to solve the same problem over and over again with the wrong solution. Mercury sextile Uranus provides us the sudden insight to solve our situations. However, if you approach things too rigidly or attempt to hold onto your position to firmly, then this aspect can be rather difficult because it demands change to occur on one level or another.

Take some time out today to question whether or not you have tried to use the same solution on multiple occasions and ended up with the same results. If you have, now is the time to sit down and find a different approach. Do not fret too much, the answer will come to you suddenly and without much effort.

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