by Sonja Francis | Feb 26, 2022 | Astrology Articles, New Moon
On March 2nd, at 12:35pm EST, the Moon aligns with the Sun in 12 degrees of Pisces, marking the beginning of a new Moon cycle. Feel free to also watch my New Moon video on the subject
Because New Moons mark the ending and beginning of a monthly cycle, they are an optimal time to pause, reflect, and set new Intentions for the next 28 days.
This New Moon chart has four planets in Pisces — a line up (aka Stellium) that includes the Sun, the Moon, Jupiter and Neptune; the New Moon and Jupiter also sextile Uranus in Taurus. The Sun squares December’s Solar Eclipse degree several hours after the New Moon becomes exact, which signifies a turning point.
There is also a second line up in this New Moon chart that takes place in Capricorn, and includes Venus, Mars, and Pluto. And since those three planets answer to Saturn right now (Saturn being the ruler of Capricorn), we must also mention the current Saturn-Mercury conjunction in Aquarius.
All of this will bring some forward movement. The next four weeks are thus essential in our lives on both the personal and collective levels. In fact, new beginnings are possible on multiple levels, as long as we get enough rest and make time for tuning in. I will go into all of this in more detail in a moment, but first let’s start with the Stellium in Pisces:
Pisces invites us to connect with our inner divinity, and with our ability to receive, trust our intuition, and contribute to life from a heart-centered and empathic place.
Pisces is the last sign of the zodiac, and thus connects us to our spiritual journey, as it represents a reunion with Source/God/the Universe. At its highest vibration, Pisces unifies all dualities — it is completely aware of the oneness of all. It tells us there is a union within, that exists always, and that we can tap into it.
To move into a higher, lighter Pisces vibration, ask yourself the following questions:…
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Ask yourself: Am I? In other words, do I exist? Could I let that be enough, just for right now? Keep repeating these questions until you feel completely relaxed and at peace.
Pisces is accepting and aware of both its temporal and its eternal nature; it understands that we are both singular in nature and also an inseparable part of the universe. It lovingly allows all, because it knows that separation is an illusion (or a conditioning at best) — that separation only exists in the mind.
Now, close your eyes, and ask yourself: Am I my body or am I more than that? Am I the sounds that I can hear inside and outside my head, or am I more than that? Am I the sensations that I feel and receive, or am I more than that? And, if I am more than those things, where do I begin? Where do I end?
At its densest expression however, Pisces feels separate, fearful, and victimized. It wants to escape the harsh physical realities of this world. We get trapped in this lower vibration when we don’t go within to connect with our inner divinity, when we don’t rest enough, when we can’t trust ourselves — our inner processes and intuitive Selves.
Ask yourself: What is in the way of a connection to my inner divinity? What prevents me from slowing down? Turning inwards? Trusting my inner guidance?
What if I opened just 5% more to the perfection of life? What if I trusted 5% more to universal timing? To the inner and outer processes now underway for me personally and on a collective level?
Might plenty of downtime and rest actually support my reconnection to Source-energy? How about a connection to my intuitive Self? Might rest support my health on all levels?
Neptune is the modern ruler of Pisces, Jupiter is the traditional ruler of Pisces, and both are part of the “line up” in Pisces with the New Moon. This “line up” gives us the opportunity to open the doors of perception a little wider to the universal and energetic processes. Those processes are inviting us to expand our understanding around a sense of oneness and interconnectedness with all of life.
Neptune and Jupiter will make an exact conjunction on April 12th, which will start a new spiritual growth cycle for all of us, collectively and individually speaking. We will address all of this in more detail in relationship to our birth charts in our next Forecasting Forum.
Ask yourself: What does spiritual growth signify for me? Where am I looking to grow spiritually?
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Jupiter in Pisces gives us a chance to release “old” belief systems or any conditioned thought patterns (socially conditioned or from our upbringing) to do with our connection to the divine and intuitive. Ask yourself: What was the collective narrative growing up when it comes to resting? To being still? Tuning in? Intuition? Inner guidance?
Could I allow myself to release some of those “old” conditioned beliefs and step into a more conscious relationship with the divine? With Intuition? Trusting my inner knowing? Allowing myself to see the perfection of all of life? The unfolding?
Could I allow myself to slow down now and then, without distractions, so I can tune in and listen to the subtle messages of my higher Self? And maybe receive more of the guidance that is always available to me?
If we don’t channel this energy into something that elevates our spirit and soul we may become restless or anxious.
The New Moon-Jupiter-Neptune alignment is also a call to extend compassion, acceptance, or forgiveness to ourselves and others. Unconditional love for our feeling-body and our responses towards the world is also very helpful right now.
We may feel more sensitive — more tuned-in to other people’s feelings or suffering — and this gives us the opportunity to experience the full range of all feelings as they arise, and to sense our interconnectedness with everything around us.
As best as you can, allow for the flow of all feelings, allow your heart to soften — open to the beauty in that connectedness to “all there is” — Jupiter gives us the courage and optimism we need to do just that.
Ask yourself: If I were to be totally honest with myself, what would I notice is draining, rather than inspiring me? Where do I seem to have a hard time discerning fact from fiction? Could I be open to receiving guidance directly from my higher Self, my Soul-Self?
If my feelings had a voice of their own, and could speak, what would they say? What might my dreams say to me? What message might my intuition have for me?
The Sun in Pisces squares the degree of December 4th’s Solar Eclipse, 6.5 hours after the New Moon becomes exact, signaling a potential turning point in our collective perceptions, expectations, and assumptions.
Ask yourself: What am I aware of right now that would shift my perspective if I allowed myself to “feel into it”? What (or who) might bring about this shift? What might I see if I were looking at the bigger picture? What do I sense when I take a moment to tune into my heart?
Recently, I have been mentioning the Squares to the Eclipse points in my Weekly Forecasts, and I go into this subject even more deeply in my latest webinar: “Turning Points – Squares to the Eclipses”. Click here to purchase this webinar, if you haven’t seen it yet.
The New Moon and Jupiter also make a sextile to Uranus in Taurus. We get an opportunity to be extra-present — and also to connect with others and share a new vision about the Earth, or to reinvent how we connect with our physical world and “the good things in life”.
As best as you can, bring a sense of flow and faith to “who you are being” and what’s important to you; allow yourself to intuitively share some progress-oriented or novel ideas around what you value, and about things that could ease the lives for yourself and others in very practical ways.
Ask yourself: What if the whole Universe was intelligent? What if that included every cell in my body? What knowledge would my body want to share with me?
We also have a unique opportunity right now to more courageously trust our inner processes, while also allowing the Universe/Source/our Higher Selves to step in and guide us towards a more unique relationship with the Earth, with our bodies, and with our sense of self-worth.
Ask yourself: If everything is energy, and everything is always in perfect alignment on an energetic level, how could I get more in tune with my own energy-body? If I did tune in, is it at least possible that I could then be in more perfect alignment with my values? My sense of worth? What would trusting the unfolding of a unique relationship to my body and the Earth look like to me?
Allow yourself to slow down and connect with nature, your body, and your breath. Let yourself be guided by inspiration, whether your own, other people’s, nature’s, your pet’s, etc.
Ask yourself: What would it look like if I allowed myself to get and stay in tune with the creative process that is unfolding in every moment of now?
If nothing else, do your best to take 5-minute breaks here and there, if you possibly can. Use them to get quiet and be with yourself (your intuitive/feeling Self).
Ask yourself: What might a healthy connection with the energetic world feel like? What if I became just 5% more interested in my inner world? What if I simply embraced whatever I discovered there? Could I simply allow what “is” to “just be”, just for this very moment?
Now, let’s talk about the second Line-up in this New Moon chart, between Venus, Mars, and Pluto. Given that this combo is taking place in Capricorn, we prefer to take a realistic approach, aiming all our passion and love toward excellence and a place in society that reflects our efforts — we definitely also have a desire to “make it”, sometimes to the point of obsession.
There are some things to watch out for too: being too hard on ourselves or others, creating pressure, feeling anxious about achieving our goals, and being inflexibly rule-bound.
Ask yourself: Could I take the pressure off just a tiny bit every day? What would 100% responsibility for my life look like? Does that include how I treat myself? Could I allow myself to receive 5% more love and support from trusted sources?
Since all three of these planets are the rulers of the transiting Moon Nodes (Venus rules Taurus, Pluto & Mars rule Scorpio), this line-up has a very special meaning in connection to our current individual and collective Soul’s Journey.
We are invited to trust a much deeper, more powerful process that is at play at this time; the dismantling of “old” social structure that no longer serve us is unfolding, and the less we resist this process and simply surrender to it, the sooner we can feel empowered and create a society that can thrive.
Ask yourself: Could I give myself permission to surrender my fears, and focus on what I actually have control over? What do I actually have control over? And if I am really honest with myself, what is my “circle of influence”?
How might a mature and slow-but-steady approach help me build new structures all around me that feel empowering? What am I ready to release or redefine when it comes to worldly success? Where am I ready to step more fully into an abundant place when it comes to my achievements?
On March 6th, only 3.5 days after the New Moon becomes exact, Venus & Mars will align for the second time within 18 days – and this time, it will be in in 0º of Aquarius — an exalted degree, and the same degree where we had the Jupiter-Saturn conjunction on December 21st, 2020! This is a big deal! A new beginning — a new era!
The Jupiter-Saturn alignment started a 20-year social-economic cycle, that now gets reemphasized on a more personal and individual level via the Venus-Mars alignment — asking us to collaborate with others and keep a vision or a dream for a better future alive in each of us.
Venus and Mars normally follow an approximately 2-year cycle, but due to Venus’s Retrograde phase in late 2021, the last Venus-Mars cycle has been a short one — only 6 months. However, the next Venus-Mars alignment will not be until 2024, and will also be in Aquarius – so the individual desire for a better, more collaborative, all-inclusive future will be felt for quite a while.
Ask yourself: How might I, as an individual, shape the future of the collective experience? What collaborations might help bring about a better future for all? What actions (large or small) could I take to fulfill on this vision of an all-inclusive experience for all beings? What roles do “tolerance” and “diversity” play in all of this?
Saturn is currently in Aquarius, and aligns with Mercury. Saturn’s alignment to Mercury in Aquarius shows us that we have the ability to focus more seriously on our long-term visions for humanity and ourselves. We feel sober sometimes maybe too sober, almost pessimistic — but feeling sober could help us think about our future in a more realistic and mature way.
As best as you can, choose your thoughts carefully — and with the awareness that whatever you are giving your focus to, at this time, will have strong manifesting capabilities directed at it
With this combo, we also prefer to have serious conversations with others that move us closer to a common goal, and are ready to make some long-term commitments, especially in connection with like-minded people or communities.
Ask yourself: Who comes to mind, when I think about long-term commitments with like-minded people? What conversations are waiting to be had?
Where do I want to focus my thoughts when it comes to a long-term vision for humanity? Where do I see myself within that vision?
Could I notice when my focus drifts toward thoughts that create separation or seclusion? Can I make a responsible effort to focus my thoughts on things that support community, collaboration, and diversity?
To sum it all up: The next 28 days are an opportunity to tap into our intuitive and imaginative abilities, then focus anew on what’s important for us — again, without rushing it.
Many of us are exhausted, as so much is shifting, collectively and individually. Inner work takes as much energy as physical work, sometimes more, so take extra care of your body.
Follow your inner guidance. Release, recharge, and remember that we are all spiritual beings having a human experience!
As best as you can, unplug, and listen deeply to your heart and soul; allow yourself to be with what is, without needing to change or fix anything. Then — and only then — take action!
Nature is a wonderful teacher for this — if you start to feel overwhelmed by what you are feeling or experiencing, connect with nature. In the silence, we feel the oneness with all there is, and the unconditional love the Universe provides.
Ask yourself: What might cause my heart to expand 5% more than usual? What is already in my current environment that opens my heart? What might change for me if I knew for certain that everything is proceeding according to plan? What might reconnect me to a spiritual trust?
Spiritual practice is also wonderful here, of course – meditation, breathing exercises, mindfulness exercises, etc. – and the same is true of spiritual/energetic healing modalities. These can all help us tap into the higher vibrations of Pisces, as can the creative flow of dance, Qi Gong, singing, music, sound, dream work, creative writing, art, or simply being with our intuition — and of course, positive emotions such as love, gratitude, and compassion.
What else can help us experience our connection to “the all”? I invite you to share about a spiritual practice that works for you and that you love in the comments section…
Again, feel free to also watch my New Moon video on the subject
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Do you have your Ascendant or any personal planets in 10-14 degrees of Pisces, Virgo, Gemini or Sagittarius? If so, you may feel the effects of this New Moon more strongly for the next 28 days. This is also true for those of us who have our Ascendant or Sun-sign in Leo or Cancer (the Sun rules Leo; the Moon rules Cancer).
The New Moon is also the best time to set some powerful intentions for this month’s Moon cycle. This is best done soon after the New Moon becomes exact — and definitely not during a Moon void of course phase — so this month, the best time to set intentions would be between 12:35pm on March 2nd and 4:45pm on March 3rd, and then again from 7:52pm on March 3rd until 12:35pm on March 4th (New York-time)
For more info on setting New Moon Intentions click here
If you live in a timezone other than EST (US East Coast-time), I recommend you join my Facebook Fan-page or follow me on twitter as I post reminders on March 2nd, 3rd, and 4th, to let you know when it is time to set your intentions 😉
Sonja’s passion is for connecting with people and helping them transform their lives. This led her to train as a life coach, in addition to her lifelong study of Astrology. With her Readings, her coaching and her Soul-Based Astrology Courses she aims to empower and support people in fulfilling their life’s potential and aligning with Soul Purpose.
by Sonja Francis | Feb 9, 2022 | Astrological Forecasts, Astrology Articles, Full Moon
On Feb. 16th at 11:56am EST, the Moon opposes the Sun in 28 degrees of Leo — and this is when this month’s Full Moon becomes exact. We will start to feel this Full Moon build from the moment the Moon enters Leo on Monday morning (Feb. 14th). Relationships of all kinds are highlighted.
All Full Moons offer opportunities for us to see things in a new light; they also guide us away from polarization and division, toward balance and integration.
Ask yourself: How far have I come since setting Intentions back on Feb. 1st or 2nd, after the New Moon became exact? What am I aware of at this time?
The balance and integration we seek with this month’s Full Moon is connected to the Aquarius-Leo polarity.
This current Full Moon makes a Quincunx to Pluto in Capricorn, it also squares the Lunar Eclipse degree from Nov. 2021 and the Moon Nodes in Taurus-Scorpio — and, in this Full Moon chart, we also have some opportune planetary connections to Jupiter (the planet of possibility and expansion), which encourage us to release old assumptions and trust new possibilities. I will go into all those in detail in a moment…
As a Member of my online community, if you’d like to learn more about this month’s Full Moon, click here to watch my video.
The Full Moon Squares the Lunar Eclipse degree from Nov. 2021, making this Full Moon a powerful turning point on our journey towards greater stability — collectively and individually speaking.
What is your turning point? What needs to shift for you?
If you are familiar with your natal chart, take a look at the Houses involved (connected to the Square between this month’s Full Moon and the Lunar Eclipse from last year November) to see how this might play out for you 😉
If you prefer that I take a look at this for you, feel free to either book a 25-minute Soul Purpose Reading with me, a 25-minute Reading with Lia, or ask your question during the Monthly Forecasting Forum on Feb. 19th.
On Feb. 19th, we will investigate the upcoming Squares (in late February and early March), to the Eclipse points — in relationship to our own birth charts.
Now, let’s take a look at this Full Moon’s polarities: Aquarius, along with its co-rulers Saturn and Uranus, deals with the idea of being human, both on an individual level and as a member of the “human family”.
It represents a unique vision and approach to life. The classic Aquarian vision is one of interconnected equality — paradoxically, we are reminded at the same time that the power of unity lies in diversity.
Leo, on the other hand, is all about our individual self-expression, creativity, our ability to connect to a courageous, innocent heart, and inner joy.
This Full Moon is our chance to make a more conscious effort to embrace, integrate, and explore the lighter/higher vibrations of Leo. This is an optimistic, and extroverted sign, that represents our capacity to love — and our willpower. It signifies the quest to live from our center, our core, our truth — with joy in our hearts.
This Full Moon reminds us that everyone has the power to make a difference in the world, small or large — and when we join together, that power grows exponentially.
Ask yourself: How could I best honor both my individual self-expression and my interconnectedness with the world? How am I adding my voice (in small ways and large)?
As with all Full Moons, there’s a shadow side to be discussed — the Shadow of both signs involved in this Full Moon: Aquarius & Leo — and please note that the shadow side of any sign is usually not as comfortable to look at or easy to embrace. Aquarius’s shadow side…
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Aquarius’s shadow side might show up as cold, detached, or overly intellectualized points of view — and there could be some arrogance in the mix. Ask yourself: If I were too much in my head, what would tip me off to that? Where do I get dogmatic about concepts or visions? Where do I conform, or at least want to fit in? How might my experience of life change if I gave up conforming out of fear of ridicule or rejection?
Where do I hide behind social groups to feel superior to others? Has belonging to a “tribe” become more important than my personal self-expression? How have I avoided following my heart, so I can fit in?
And if by chance you have never belonged to a “tribe”, then ask yourself: What if I gave up identifying as a “black sheep”, rebel, or being so different that I can never belong?
In order to develop a healthy relationship to the individual part we play in the collective, we need to keep an open mind, allow everyone (ourselves included) to be their unique selves, and then bring that unique spark to the collective experience.
Aquarius connects us to the complex patterns formed when many come together; it represents the power of collaboration, where the whole becomes greater than the sum of its parts.
Ask yourself: How might I personally contribute to a better future for humanity? If I had a unique spark that could bring greater joy and diversity to the collective experience, what might that spark be? What is humanity without me? Who am I without humanity?
So much for the Aquarian shadow — let’s look at Leo’s shadow side:
This might show up as self-centeredness, with some narcissistic traits — picture a child that can’t see beyond itself, that is not aware of other people in the room, cannot see past the moment to the consequences down the line.
Ask yourself: If I’m honest, have I ever created drama when I couldn’t have what I desired? Where in my life do I take things too personally? Where do I tend to be self-indulgent? What role does my pride play?
In order to develop a healthy connection to our inner child, we must learn to keep an open heart and let ourselves be playful and creative; we must also learn to express our needs and desires, so we can have open, authentic conversations with other people. Leo represents our individual expression, individual creativity, the kind of light we came to shine, the type of joy we came to spread.
Ask yourself: What might open up if I expressed myself with my heart as my center? What if I expressed myself with 5% more courage? What might my world look like if I allowed my light to shine just 5% brighter?
As with all Full Moons, we are also invited to balance and integrate the two polarities involved — in this case, we are invited to allow head/intellect (Aquarius) and heart-expression (Leo) to merge, bringing about a brighter future for humankind — so ask yourself:
What would it look like if I allowed that merger? What if I chose, right here and now, to contribute to humanity from a courageous, heart-centered, and authentic place? What if I simply chose that right now?
We are also encouraged to acknowledge that we are all in this together, and yet each of us has the ability to effect change by tapping into our courage and living our vision — which in turn requires that we drop more fully into our hearts.
Now let’s take a look at some of the aspects of this Full Moon chart:
The Moon in Leo quincunxes Pluto in Capricorn, turning our attention towards the mismatch between our need for joyful, authentic self-expression (and playful, creative interactions), versus our intense desire to achieve something out there in the world that feels emotionally authentic and empowering.
We are asked to bring an inner awareness to those seemingly opposite pulls. Ask yourself: Am I after playful laughter and joy? Or empowering achievements and accomplishments out there in the world? Could I allow myself to feel into the mismatch of those two desires? To stay flexible and accepting in the face of non-alignment?
No matter what I engage in, could I drop any self-judgment? Could I even allow myself to dance with those mismatched energies?
Quincunxes can also represent health issues. In this case, Leo is associated with the heart and spine, our sense of vitality and backbone. If we are not able to stay flexible, heart-centered and open-minded, we may experience a lack of vitality or back pain; we may also experience some spine or heart issues.
Remember: The best way to deal with Quincunxes is not to keep looking for the exact solution, but for ways to feel ok when things are not an exact match — in other words, when something is uncomfortable…
The Sun and the Moon also square the Moon Nodes at 27º Taurus-Scorpio generating a Fixed Grand Cross, which urges us to see the world through the balance of our blissful heart, and our vision for humanity’s future.
The Moon Nodes encode a tremendous amount of information about the current evolutionary process of humanity. They symbolize the path of “Return to Source”, where we remember our inherent divinity and unity.
Squares ask for a shift in perception and direction; they challenge us to go beyond what is divisive and destructive and instead to move towards what creates growth. They mark turning points — and this one is a turning point in our ability to balance our individual self-expression and our collective desires and goals.
We must also find a balance between inner processes and outer focus. We may want to practice going beyond our fears (in general) and attachments to survival strategies (i.e. our conditioning).
Ask yourself: What fears are asking to be faced? What am I ready to let go of? What steps can I take to heal past trauma? Where do I need to decide to step into my own power more fully?
We may also want to make an effort to connect to what’s important to us, to what we truly value (ourselves included).
Ask yourself: Where do I stand when it comes to a healthy sense of Self? What stands between me and “healthy self-esteem”? What’s my relationship to the physical world? To my body? My personal resources?
What’s my relationship to the Earth? Do I see it as my current home? If so, how can I make it a more beautiful home? A thriving home?
Since we are dealing with a lot of Fixed Signs here, it would be futile to get too attached to thoughts, visions, pride, emotional connections, comforts, habits, opinions, etc.
Feel free to learn more about the current Moon Nodes in Taurus-Scorpio (in relationships to your own birth chart) here.
Uranus, the modern ruler of Aquarius, is currently in Taurus and sextiles Jupiter in Pisces: Uranus is the higher octave of Mercury, increasing our access to innovative thinking and alternative solutions; in Taurus, it is connected to our personal resources, what we value, and to our planet’s resources.
Uranus’ Sextile to Jupiter asks us to find unique perspectives that honor our physical world as well as our connection to the divine.
Ask yourself: What if I allowed myself to tap into my intuitive knowing and shared some novel progress-oriented ideas around reinventing our connection to the physical world? What could unfold if I opened my heart to myself and others around unique preferences?
Could I simply be a witness to the shifts that are occurring within and outside of me? How might a new perspective on self-compassion support me in always seeing my value, no matter what the social consensus is?
What might it look like if I released “old” assumptions and trusted new possibilities? What if I experimented with that for one week?
For more about all of the Sextiles to Jupiter in Pisces ==> please see the “New Moon in Aquarius” video or article for details.
Now let’s talk about Saturn, the traditional ruler of Aquarius, and therefore co-ruler with Uranus — and, it is currently in a wide conjunction with the Sun in Aquarius, and a wide square with Uranus in Taurus.
This combo is pointing toward our affiliations and communities (online or locally), and asking us to see how we can grow through (and with) them, without giving up our values and sense of Self.
There is also an emphasis on setting healthy boundaries, on discerning what feels aligned with who we are now, and on whatever supports our individual self-expression.
Ask yourself: How do I feel about my current communities or affiliations? Do they help me grow mentally? Spiritually? Do I feel in alignment with them? Do they feel like they fit me well?
How developed is my sense of who I am outside of those communities and affiliations? Do I sense my value no matter who or what group/community I am connected to?
How have I been valuing myself up until now? How is that working for me? How much freedom is there in holding on to valuing myself in that particular way? What changes in my life are waiting to be integrated and become tangible?
We also have a Venus-Mars conjunction in Capricorn in this Full Moon chart: This is the first of two alignments between Venus and Mars within the next couple of weeks, and it will be exact only 2.5 hours before the Full Moon becomes exact. The second one will be on March 6th in 0 degrees of Aquarius (in an exalted degree). More about that in our next New Moon video…
This alignment represents a marriage of courage and collaboration, inviting us to allow the masculine (active/doing/asserting) and feminine (receiving/allowing/being) to work together — in a responsible way (since the first alignment is taking place in Capricorn).
Ask yourself: Where do I need to be more courageous when it comes to my authentic standing in society? What if I responded to situations in a way that respects and serves all those involved? What would it look like if I celebrated (and leveraged) my courage and collaborative approaches to life’s challenges?
And last but not least: Neptune in Pisces sextiles Pluto in Capricorn, and trines the South Node in Scorpio.
Neptune’s Sextile to Pluto invites us to surrender our fears about our position in the world and our achievements; we have the opportunity to be guided by inspiration and feel empowered about a project or task that might serve us long-term or as a society. This is also an opportunity for boundaries to dissolve — to open up and connect to what we are passionate about.
Ask yourself: Is it at least possible that combining my imagination with trust in divine guidance would support me in effortlessly reaching my deep desire for an empowered experience in society? What if directing kindness towards the world would bring peace into my life and my heart?
As best as you can, connect to your higher Self, and if possible, bring a sense of flow and faith to your long-term plans — especially those you feel really passionate about.
Neptune’s trine to the South Node makes it easier for us to release “old” traumas from the past. Ask yourself: How might a compassionate heart help me surrender my fears in connection to past trauma or disempowerment? What has been in my awareness lately when it comes to such fears?
We tend to “feel” each other on an energetic level now; a sensitive approach is therefore recommended — as we are tapping into the collective experience, it might be wise to remember that everyone is working with the current energies as best as they can.
Ask yourself: Could I experiment with blessing everyone around me or at least with holding loving thoughts? What if I trusted my inner and outer processes?
To sum it all up: With this many planets and points in fixed signs, we are asked to break down long-standing patterns, attachments, and identities.
This Full Moon urges us to remember that we all have an important part to play in humanity’s evolution — that we chose to be born a part of this transition, on this planet, at this time; so ask yourself: Am I living from my essence or my conditioned Self?
To get a better sense of which one it might be, ask yourself: To what degree do I experience joy? Gratitude? Love? No matter what plays out in the collective experience or in my various communities?
What might happen if I consciously and playfully steered my ship towards joy, gratitude, and love? What is in my heart, that longs to be expressed? Do I have the courage to stand in my authentic self-expression?
This Full Moon shows us that there are plenty of inner and outer processes going on — and we’re all dealing with those processes in our own way.
If we look into our own hearts and see the strength and love lying there we can begin to reclaim ourselves, remember our divinity and interdependence, and lift ourselves and humanity out of the old paradigm of separation and scarcity.
Flexibility, thinking outside the box, and self-care are critical!
Self-care is particularly important in times of stress and/or change — basic things, like making sure that we eat healthily and regularly, drink plenty of water, exercise, get plentiful rest — and let in affection from friends, family, or pets.
As best as you can, for the next two weeks, connect to what feels supportive in order to stay grounded and self-regenerative.
Again, to learn more about this month’s Full Moon, please click here to watch my video.
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Do you have your Ascendant (or any personal planets) in the following: 26-29 degrees of Leo, Aquarius, Taurus, Scorpio, or 0 degrees of Virgo, Pisces, Gemini, or Sagittarius? If so, you may feel the effects of this Full Moon more strongly. This is also true for those of us who have our Ascendant or Sun-sign in Leo or Cancer(the Sun rules Leo; the Moon rules Cancer).
Sonja’s passion is for connecting with people and helping them transform their lives. This led her to train as a life coach, in addition to her lifelong study of Astrology. With her Readings, her coaching and her Soul-Based Astrology Courses she aims to empower and support people in fulfilling their life’s potential and aligning with Soul Purpose.
by Sonja Francis | Jan 29, 2022 | Astrology Articles, New Moon
On Feb. 1st at 12:46am EST, a powerful New Moon in almost 12.5 degrees of Aquarius becomes exact; this is the beginning of a new Moon cycle. I also recommend you watch my video on the subject.
This Lunar cycle invites us to go out there and connect (or re-connect) with “our people” – with a tribe that resonates, a cause that feels aligned with our principles and our integrity, a connection that serves a larger vision for the future, etc.
This New Moon is unique in that it takes place on the same day as Chinese New Year and marks the beginning of the Year of the Yang Water Tiger, emphasizing the importance of caution, growth, development, challenge, creation, and planning. Ask yourself: Where am I ready for a new plan? Where do I need to still implement some changes in order to move forward?
The Tiger in Chinese Astrology represents power, prestige, and autonomy. Yang-Water is connected to flowing water, like a river, or the clouds in the sky. So you could say: when we allow the flow to guide us (in other words, when we trust our intuition), we grow stronger and can achieve more.
According to Chinese Astrology, 2022 is a great year to start a business or career goal: We are full of energy to take on a challenge and set off on an adventure.
Coming back to Western, Tropical Astrology, we have two exalted planets in this New Moon chart: Mercury (the planet of communication & how we process information) and Venus (the planet of self-worth & how we relate to others). Both of them are currently in Capricorn, and are thus asking us to be extra-mindful about connecting to a healthy sense of responsibility and self-reliance.
Mercury comes to a halt — ending its 3-week Retrograde phase — only 2.5 days after the New Moon becomes exact (on Feb. 3rd in the late evening), while Venus ends her 6-week Retrograde phase only 3 days before the New Moon becomes exact on Jan. 29th, at 3:36am EST.
When a planet changes directions, its energy will be “louder” for some days before and after that shift. Venus has been “louder” since Jan. 23rd and will continue to ask for our attention until Feb. 4th. Mercury will be exalted until Feb. 6th.
When planets end Retrograde phases, they are ready to move forward and bring to the world whatever material they have learned and integrated during the Retrograde. Ask yourself…
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Ask yourself: What did I learn about my long-term goals, my aspirations, and how I want to show up, out there in the world (within current social structures)? What have I learned about my sense of self-worth and the value I bring to the world?
Where are my limitations? Where does my expertise lie? How much do I honor myself and what I am contributing to the world?
What did I learn about my affiliations with like-minded people? What needed to be addressed with regards to any group experiences, humanitarian causes, or technology? What did I learn about my unique ability to make a difference in my communities or networks?
What am I ready to bring to the world from all those realizations? What felt most in alignment with my inner core?
From February 4th to April 29th, all planets will be in forward motion. This indicates an accelerated time of manifestation — especially connected to new projects or new ideas.
Ask yourself: What in my life is asking for accelerated progress? What am I wishing to manifest with the support of the Universe?
The New Moon aligns with Saturn in Aquarius and all three “planets” square Uranus in Taurus. Let’s first talk a little bit about Aquarius in general and what this energy represents before jumping into the aspects of this New Moon chart:
The highest vibration of Aquarius represents the threshold of individuation and the attainment of group consciousness, where we transcend differences of gender, race, religion, and nationality, and realize that we are all members of the human race. It is the energy of equality and diversity, freedom and reform, collaboration and community.
With the synergistic power of Aquarius —where combined efforts achieve far more than individual actions, and where everyone matters — we could make great progress in a short amount of time.
However, if we have not successfully navigated the prior stages — especially the Capricorn stage, which is the development of a healthy sense of responsibility, maturity, and self-reliance — we blindly conform to what we have been conditioned into rather than what is actually in true alignment with who we are and how we want to show up in the world.
For most of human history, being cast out usually meant certain death, either quickly and gruesomely at the hands (and teeth) of predators, or slowly through starvation. Nonconformity still sometimes exacts a steep price, ranging from ridicule to murder; unconsciously, we store memories of dire consequences for not going along with “the tribe”.
Ask yourself: If my body was wired for survival, what would its natural response be to any perceived threat? How could I settle and soothe myself and my body as and when these natural survival reactions show up? What if I chose to tune in and trust myself rather than tune outwards and trust everyone else?
Here is another way this denser vibration of Aquarius could show up: we could get stuck in the polar opposite — feeling alienated, unable to relate to others who are different, and isolate ourselves.
Ask yourself: Do I struggle sometimes with being an outsider? What if I was never meant to fit in? What if my purpose was to help humanity with its evolutionary process rather than to blend in? Have I been considered an “oddball” or a “black sheep” in the past? What if I could connect with other “oddballs” and “black sheep”? How might that make me feel less alienated? Where can I find “my people”? My community?
We get trapped in these denser vibration when we do not take responsibility for our part in the collective — when we do not honor our individual genius, our unique contribution to society, or to our communities.
Ask yourself: What if I allowed myself to be both different and connected to others? What stops me from being me when I am with my “tribe”?
Imagine a world where everyone was a clone of yourself. Same features, personality, preferences, style, ideas, beliefs… same everything! How long could a world like that exist? How long before the human spirit perished?
This New Moon aligns with Saturn in Aquarius. Saturn symbolizes form and structure on all levels, from personal ego constructs, patterns, and beliefs, to governments, corporations, and institutions of all kinds. With Saturn we are learning about limits, responsibility, and becoming our own authority.
We are asked to take responsibility for our part in the collective, to turn a critical eye on everything we envision for our future, and adopt an objective, scientific approach. We are individually and collectively invited to clarify our thoughts and take a closer look at the agreements that we made with each other on a collective level.
Should this process take place at an unconscious level, or without the appropriate steps, it will create a tremendous amount of pressure. Our resistance to this pressure could generate nagging anxiety and even depression.
As best as you can, slow down a little, and focus on what can be done within the limitations that you are currently experiencing. Rushing will backfire right now.
Ask yourself: What works for me? What doesn’t? Does my current participation in my various groups or networks align with who I am now? With where I see myself 5 years from now? What do I truly want to commit myself to?
Do the communities in my life (whether local or online) truly resonate with my personal vision for the future — as it stands now, rather than what it was 5 or 10 years ago? Which “cooperations” or businesses do I want to support? Which do I want to disconnect or part myself from?
The Sun-Moon-Saturn alignment in Aquarius squares Uranus in Taurus in this New Moon chart. This means that we will be dealing with some uncomfortable interactions with others, and with uncertainty on a personal and collective level. Giving ourselves space (and giving lots of space to others) is essential.
Ask yourself: What do I value differently from others? How could these differences spark a creative process? How might they bring diversity and innovation to our collective interactions? Where do I need to be more flexible? Where are the edges of the box I need to think outside of?
Most of us want peace and abundance for ourselves and others, a world in which we can all appreciate and enjoy life with minimal interruption, and with the certainty that we are physically taken care of — so ask: What if my taking the time to focus on building a future that realistically supports all human beings could actually bring all that about for everyone… myself included?
Squares always mark important turning points, where we have to make some kind of shift before we can move forward. Saturn and Uranus are in a waning Square, requiring a shift in perspective and a release of what blocks future development.
Ask yourself: What might a broader perception of reality give me? What if I explored alternatives that support me with what really matters? With what is sustainable and best for all concerned? Could I allow myself to be 5% more inventive, authentic and willing to operate without social approval?
The Sun-Moon-Saturn alignment in Aquarius also makes a Sextile to Chiron in Aries. This presents an opportunity to connect with others and engage in a healing process around our personal identities that could bring us progress. Ask yourself: What if taking a compassionate approach towards myself and others actually made for a better future for all humankind?
How might a gentler and more holistic approach to my personal goals and aspirations create communities that support everyone’s differences and unique quirks?
Let’s talk about some of the other aspects in this New Moon chart: an exalted Mercury aligns with Pluto in Capricorn and an exalted Venus is starting to align with Mars in Capricorn. As we can see, lots of planetary alignments in Capricorn.
The Mercury-Pluto alignment gives us tremendous mental focus — which could tip into obsession. Especially with an exalted Mercury (that is still Retrograde at the time of the New Moon), pay attention to your thoughts, and take the pressure off whenever possible.
Choose love over fear! Connect to the things you feel passionate about — and connect to others, empowering them with your passions (that includes yourself!). As best as you can, choose your words carefully — if possible, speak from that deeply connected and empowered place.
The Venus-Mars alignment represents a marriage of courage and collaboration, inviting us to allow the masculine (active/doing/asserting) and feminine (receiving/allowing/being) to work together — in a responsible way.
Ask yourself: Where do I need to be more courageous when it comes to my authentic standing in society? What if I responded to situations in a way that respects and serves all those involved? What if I became 5% more aware of my personal power? Where might I have given it away to others? And how might I begin to reclaim it?
With so many planets in Capricorn, it is important for us to take breaks or simply slow down and allow ourselves to tune in. It’s important to nurture our “inner baby” and stay emotionally connected to family or loved ones.
Ask yourself: Could I take the pressure off just a tiny bit every day? What would 100% responsibility for my life look like? Does that include how I treat myself? Could I allow myself to receive 5% more love and support from trusted sources?
The Venus-Mars alignment also squares Chiron in Aries. This combo asks us to stretch ourselves and find ways towards being more forgiving with ourselves and others instead of harsh and hard.
Ask yourself: What might I be able to contribute to the world if I embraced my own humanity just 5% more?
What might become possible if I was willing to just “be with” my insecurities, “sensitivities”, or past wounding, without trying to fix them? What if my attempts to fix them were the very thing keeping me from seeing the divine perfection of it all?
Mercury also sextile Neptune in Pisces: this aspect provides a particularly potent opportunity to bring an intuitive and creative approach to building various foundations in our lives — both individually and collectively.
Ask yourself: What might transpire if I brought 5% more compassion and acceptance to my inner and outer long-term processes? What could I manifest if I was simply present in the now-moment to all the energies inside and around me? What would my starting point be then? How could my mind apply and support the guidance of my intuitive heart?
Jupiter sextiles Uranus in Taurus and the Venus-Mars alignment in Capricorn. This is an opportunity to be very present, to connect with others from the heart and share a new vision about the Earth, or to reinvent how we connect with “the good things in life”.
We also have a unique opportunity right now to more courageously trust our inner processes, while also allowing the Universe/Source/our Higher Selves to step in and guide us as we expand structures (individually and collectively) that support something sustainable and long-lasting.
Ask yourself: What does this look like for me? How might I contribute to the collective version of that effort? What if I explored things that could make my own and other people’s life easier on a very practical level?
What if I allowed myself to intuitively share some progress-oriented new ideas about what is important to me? What would it look like if I celebrated (and leveraged) my idealism and unorthodox approaches to life’s challenges?
Quantum Physics tells us that the observer affects the observed, and this implies that our focus determines our experience of reality — whenever we meditate, pray, bless, or hold loving thoughts, either by ourselves, with others, for ourselves, for others, we create a better reality for all of us.
Ask yourself: Could I just experiment with this “theory” for a week or two? What if there was no downside to trying it out? Would I do it then?
To sum it all up: we are ready to change the status quo, both in our own individual lives, and also collectively — and this could come with challenges and some breakdowns, plus some nervous energy and impatience — so definitely bring as much objectivity to your interactions as possible.
As best as you can, bring a sense of flow and faith to who you are being, and practice self-alignment and self-responsibility, whenever possible.
We also may experience sudden spurts of energy moving through our bodies, so we need to ground ourselves regularly, or channel these “disruptive” energies in a healthy way. Exercise would be a good channel, as would healthy debates, brainstorming about reforms or finances, etc. 😉
Since we experience a need to connect with like-minded people while remaining objective, but also want to break free from outdated value systems, we may have to directly address what we value — both in others, and in ourselves.
Ask yourself: What outdated values am I ready to release? Where do I take other people’s values personally? What if agreeing with other people’s values was overrated? What if respectful disagreement was valuable to everyone involved?
What if diversity was the greatest gift we could give to each other at this time? What if time really did “heal all”? What if time also brought wholeness to all? If that were so, how much patience would be just the right amount?
As best as you can, remember why you are here at this momentous time of change on this planet. “Think Different”, “Keep your Heart open” and come together. Help birth a new world one day at a time.
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James Clear, says it beautifully in this article: “For most of our evolutionary history, our ancestors lived in tribes. Becoming separated from the tribe—or worse, being cast out—was a death sentence… When we have to choose between the two, people often select friends and family over facts… The way to change people’s minds is to become friends with them, to integrate them into your tribe, to bring them into your circle… As proximity increases, so does understanding… If someone you know, like, and trust believes a radical idea, you are more likely to give it merit, weight, or consideration… the best place to ponder a threatening idea is in a non-threatening environment. As a result, books are often a better vehicle for transforming beliefs than conversations or debates… The word “kind” originated from the word “kin.” When you are kind to someone it means you are treating them like family… Develop a friendship. Share a meal. Gift a book. Be kind first, be right later.”
Do you have your Ascendant (or any personal planets) in 10-15 degrees of Aquarius, Leo, Taurus, or Scorpio? If so, you may feel the effects of this New Moon more strongly. This is also true for those of us who have our Ascendant or Sun-sign in Leo or Cancer (the Sun rules Leo; the Moon rules Cancer).
Finally, let’s talk “New Moon Intentions” 🙂 The New Moon is the best time to set some powerful intentions for this month’s Moon cycle; this is best done soon after the New Moon becomes exact, and definitely not during a Moon void of course phase.
That means that this month, the best time to set intentions would be any time between 12:46am and 6:01am on Feb. 1st, and then again, from 6am on Feb. 2nd until 12:46am on Feb. 3rd -(New York Time/US Eastern Time)
If you live in a timezone other than EST (US East Coast), and converting timezones isn’t your thing, I suggest joining my Facebook Fanpage and/or following me on Twitter. I will post reminders to let you know when it is time to set your New Moon intentions 😉
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Sonja’s passion is for connecting with people and helping them transform their lives. This led her to train as a life coach, in addition to her lifelong study of Astrology. With her Readings, her coaching and her Soul-Based Astrology Courses she aims to empower and support people in fulfilling their life’s potential and aligning with Soul Purpose.
by Sonja Francis | Jan 17, 2022 | Astrological Forecasts, Astrology Articles, Moon Nodes
On Jan. 18th, 2022, at 2:50pm EST, the Moon Nodes switched from Gemini/Sagittarius to Taurus/Scorpio; they will remain in those signs until July 17th, 2023! The last time the Moon Nodes were in these particular signs was back in April 2003 – December 2004.
The transiting Moon Nodes show us what our Soul’s Journey currently requires on the collective and personal levels — let’s take a closer look at what this means:
The goal of the collective Soul’s journey is to balance and integrate two apparently opposite energies: the honoring of the physical, material realm (symbolized by Taurus), and our ability to transform what was traumatic or disempowering with an open heart and use it as inner fuel, making it a strength, while learning about the cycles of life — endings and beginnings of all kinds (linked to Scorpio).
We will thus need to look closely at the balance between honoring our physical, material needs, versus our quest for emotional authenticity and empowering connections – and become more conscious about our Shadow issues and traumas from the past. The Scorpio urge to “go deeper” is essential for our ability to understand the darker parts of our psyche; in terms of balancing these energies, that same urge plays a crucial role in how we connect with others and share our gift and talents (Taurus).
For the next 18 months, ask yourself: How am I doing with owning previously denied or rejected parts of myself? What parts of myself still operate from survival strategies? Where am I still left feeling disempowered in my life?
To get a more personal interpretation, we also need to take a look at the House placement of that Taurus/Scorpio polarity in our own birth charts, as well as the ruling planets of those signs involved… We cover the houses in a webinar (I will include a link at the end of this article).
In Taurus, the North Node invites us to make an effort to…
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In Taurus, the North Node invites us to make an effort to honor our own gifts and talents, and to honor and appreciate the physical realm: planet, body, the planet’s resources and our own (e.g. money) — and to look for ways to create beauty and abundance in our lives without destroying our planet and its resources, or our body and its gifts.
Personal growth will come easier if we work on a healthy sense of self-worth and things that make us happy on a physical level. We are also called to develop our talents and are helped to discover and manifest what we truly value and enjoy.
For the next 18 months, ask yourself: What is between me and feeling valued in the world? What if I was the only one of me there will ever be? What might my value be then?
You can also ask: What do I truly value? What deserves my attention, appreciation, and care? Which of my values stems from social conditioning? Which of them needs to change?
The Scorpio South Node insists that we rein in any tendency toward a “black & white” approach to life and/or to be too intense when it comes to connecting with others.
Scorpio ultimately teaches us that every ending is also a beginning — but the South Node in Scorpio could bring up trust issues, addiction to drama and darkness (or substances) — and anything we want to prevent. This could find us coming from an instinctual, self-protective place — in other words, from survival, rather than intuition and love-based spaciousness.
Ask yourself here: What am I invited to shed? Is there a cycle in my life that is ending? What might a new beginning look like?
We are also invited to release or redefine our relationship to trauma stemming from our past — and redefine our relationship to intimacy. Dealing with any fears consciously and honestly will ultimately empower us and set us free.
It comes down to this: Where am I attached to the “old” (perhaps through fear of letting go of it to meet the “new”)? Where might this create some difficulty? Might letting it go it help me build inner strength? Am I ready for “the new”? Can I trust the process? The cycles of Life?
Am I noticing an obsessive quality? Am I afraid of something bad happening? Or am I just concerned? If I’m trying to control what’s outside of me, how’s that working for me? What might happen if I focused on empowering myself and others? What if I opened my heart 5% more? What if I surrendered 5% of my fears every day?
With the North Node in Taurus, we are invited to remember that we are blessed with a miraculous birthday suit, and a beautiful, precious planet — if we feel unworthy or empty inside, material objects or accumulations can only serve as a substitute or distraction from the emptiness that comes from forgetting those facts.
Ask yourself: What do I spend my time, energy, and money on? If this reflected my relationship with myself, what might that mirror show me? Do I feel worthy? Do I value myself? How do I show my value?
Taurus teaches us about the power of beauty, and about things that make us happy on a physical level — again, we are called to develop our talents and sense of self-worth — and we are asked to focus on discovering and manifesting what we truly value and enjoy.
As always when Taurus and Scorpio are involved, we may take things a bit too personally, and perhaps get attached to what we want and how we want it. We may also get attached on an emotional level to people, pleasure, and things; in fact, we may not want to change anything.
Pluto is the ruler of Scorpio and Venus that of Taurus; their transits will impact us for the next 18 months.
Given that Pluto is currently in Capricorn, and moves closely with Venus until March, 2022, we can expect a greater emphasis on some very powerful issues that we are currently dealing with on a collective level — a sort of re-birthing of our economic and financial structures – which could in turn bring up feelings of being out-of-control. We may also experience grief, tremendous pressures to achieve or survive, or other intense feelings; the more we obsess, the more out-of-control we will feel.
The key is to focus on what matters most to us and on transforming denser energy patterns into lighter ones. We can accomplish that by making more of an effort to honor ourselves, our bodies, possessions, talents, material and financial resources, our planet and its resources — and anything we value and want to achieve longer-term.
On a more personal note, Pluto in Capricorn asks us to step into our own authority, and asks us not to give our power away to authority figures out there in the world (politicians, doctors, judges, police officers, parents, teachers, etc.). Instead we need to take responsibility for our own decisions and the choices that we make for ourselves long-term.
The consequences of our choices and motivations also become more obvious with this placement. It is therefore more important than ever to ask yourself: Am I choosing from love or fear?
Love expands, fear contracts. Love unifies, fear divides. What am I experiencing more of? And how could I experience a 5% expansion of the heart? 5% greater unification of mind and soul?
On both the personal and collective levels, observe in the moment what works (and what doesn’t), rather than holding on to any obsessive thoughts or traumatized feelings stemming from the past that no longer serve you.
Venus and Pluto can also be connected to our deep emotional bonds with others — and intimate relationships or partnerships can be a wonderful way for us to integrate what we are experiencing on an emotional level, allowing us to go deeper into some dark places without losing ourselves.
Connecting with others in a deep authentic way might be just what we need to create a shift in our valuing of ourselves, others and the planet.
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The Moon Nodes are also connected to the Eclipse cycles; each of these cycles prompts us to evolve and provides an opportunity to progress to the next level of our Soul’s Journey — collectively and individually speaking.
The Lunar Eclipse in 27º of Taurus on Nov. 19th, 2021 started this new Eclipse cycle connected to the Taurus/Scorpio polarity. What is beginning? What is ending in your life?
The next Eclipse (a North Node Solar Eclipse in Taurus) will take place on April 30th, 2022; it will be followed by a Lunar Eclipse in Scorpio on May 16th, 2022. There will be more Eclipses in October & November of 2022 — please check my weekly Forecast or bi-monthly videos for more info on those.
Where is your Soul’s journey taking you over the next 18 months? How can you best align yourself with this new collective Soul’s Journey in the Taurus-Scorpio polarity?
If you’d like more detail on how the Moon Nodes’ movements impact you personally until July 2023, join our upcoming Forecasting Forum on Jan. 22nd at 11:30am EST, where we will look at everything detailed in this article in connection with our own birth charts. Click here to register for the live webinar and the mp4-video recording of the life event.
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Sonja’s passion is for connecting with people and helping them transform their lives. This led her to train as a life coach, in addition to her lifelong study of Astrology. With her Readings, her coaching and her Soul-Based Astrology Courses she aims to empower and support people in fulfilling their life’s potential and aligning with Soul Purpose.
by Sonja Francis | Jan 12, 2022 | Astrology Articles, Full Moon
On Jan. 17th, at 6:48pm EST the Moon opposes the Sun in almost 28 degrees of Cancer. The entrance of the Moon into Cancer late in the morning of Jan. 15th begins the energetic build up towards this Full Moon.
Relationships of all kinds are highlighted during this time — but with this Full Moon, there is a particularly strong emphasis on family- and business-relationships. If you are already a Member of my online community, feel free to click here and watch my Full Moon video for more details.
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Lots of planets are involved in this Full Moon chart — Mercury and Venus are both Retrograde, while Uranus is exalted, and will come to a halt only 15.5 hours after the Full Moon becomes exact. Neptune supports the integration of the Full Moon polarity, while Pluto intensifies it; Saturn (the ruler of Capricorn) aligns with Mercury in Aquarius and both square an exalted Uranus in Taurus… and all play an important role, so buckle up! More about the specifics in regards to all of these planets in a moment.
But first, let’s talk about this month’s Full Moon: This Lunation shows us how well we are doing with self-care and any issues connected to family or home — and also where we are in connection to greater emotional responsibility and self-alignment.
Ask yourself: What’s my relationship to self-care and where do I feel most “at home”? What’s my understanding of my emotional needs? How might an emotional connection to myself and loved ones be of benefit to me? How might it shift my priorities?
Cancer is the first of the water signs and is therefore emotional and mercurial (like a river or a stream). Feelings are real, but may not always seem rational… until we can identify the underlying, unmet need connected to a particular feeling.
We all have needs. For example: we all have a need for love or approval, for control (or not feeling out of control), a need for safety or security, for human connection or a heart connection to a living being, and a need for autonomy or independence.
Our feelings reflect whether our needs are being met. Feeling happy, peaceful, and open indicates that our needs are being met. When we feel “negative emotions” (e.g. stressed, depressed, angry/frustrated, etc.) it’s clear that at least one important need is not being met.
If you are feeling any of the latter emotions, ask yourself: Which of my needs is not being met at this time? Am I lacking (and therefore “wanting”) approval, love, control, safety, or security? Am I wanting to feel connected, closer, or do I want to be separate? And whichever one it is, could I let go of “wanting” that, just for this now moment?
In other words, could I let go of the idea that I am lacking something? Would I? In other words, am I willing to let go, just as best as I can, just for right now? When? (This last question is an invitation to let go right here, right now).
By the way, if you enjoyed those questions, or are intrigued, they come from The Sedona Method – a set of processes I use extensively in my coaching work, that are very subtle and powerful. For more info about my Coaching-Healing sessions, click here.
Now, let’s take a look at the polarities involved with this Full Moon…
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Now, let’s take a look at the polarities involved with this Full Moon: The Moon in protective, feeling-oriented Cancer opposes the Sun in practical, accomplishment-oriented Capricorn.
We have a heightened sense that something must be brought into balance and reintegrated; the balance in question is between the experience of our personal feelings and emotional needs (symbolized by Cancer), versus our outer obligations or material, practical goals (Capricorn).
It’s important to realize that we all have limitations and challenges in life — and when we approach those in a nurturing way, taking care of our feeling body and inner baby, and allowing ourselves to receive support from family or “familiar” connections”, we are more likely to overcome those challenges and be realistic about limitations — our own, and other people’s.
Ask yourself: How am I balancing the demands of my outer and inner life? Home life vs. career? Where am I able to be mature and self-reliant — and also contribute? Where am I giving too much? Not enough?
Any Full Moon also has us look more closely at the denser vibrations or shadow components of the energies involved. Cancer must learn about receiving and developing healthy roots; Capricorn, about giving back and sharing the fruits of its labor.
With Cancer, this is also our ability feel safe from within — but what protected us in the past may no longer work — our needs may have changed over time.
Ask yourself: Where do I have the tendency to hold on to the past? Where am I holding on simply because it is familiar? Where am I resisting change?
The more we disregard our own feelings and needs, the greater the risk that we will violate the concerns and rights others.
Ask yourself: What happens when I don’t allow myself to feel my feelings or acknowledge my needs? Where do I need to shed my defenses? Where do I need to establish better boundaries? Where do I react instead of respond?
The latter question is so important that I created a webinar around it: “React vs. Respond — Where in the chart can we learn about our emotional maturity?”. This webinar comes with really great handouts that are very useful for understanding your own relationship to emotional maturity.
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Let’s take a look at some other aspects of this Full Moon chart, starting with the most exact ones: The Sun is in a very close alignment with Pluto in Capricorn.
As the third earth sign, Capricorn (at its highest vibration) seeks to create forms that are based on spiritual truths — that all matter is composed of energy, and it is our collective duty to use all energy responsibly.
Ask yourself: What am I likely to manifest in my own world, given the energies that are part of my creative process every day?
Pluto in Capricorn challenged us to face our fears, shift our relationship to the material plane, and reclaim our power. We are being asked to bring conscious awareness to how we use our essence and purpose out there in the world. This provides an opportunity to truly align with what brings emotional and material security to our world.
As best as you can, focus on dedication, wholeness and truth — devote yourself to your true passions, to your heart. We are more likely to want to work towards a goal, to achieve things, give form to something in the external world that aligns with those inner values and needs.
Ask yourself: What lies between me and my Authentic Self? If I let go of memories and concepts, and just look here and now, can I actually find an obstacle?
It’s also worth noting: Success and rewards will come in direct proportion to the amount of authentic passion, integrity, and maturity we bring to the world. Ask yourself: Where do I need to commit more deeply to what really matters? How authentic am I when it comes to my long-term goals? How passionate? How truthful?
The Moon is the ruler of Cancer, and is currently in its own sign, opposing not only the Sun in Capricorn, but also Pluto.
The Moon’s opposition to the Sun/Pluto alignment in Capricorn urges us to pay the same attention to our inner world as we pay to our responsibilities in the outer. Ask yourself: What are my physical- and my feeling-bodies telling me? What is “Life” trying to tell me?
What do I need to change to be better aligned with my needs? Do I need to move? Pursue another vocation? Heal something from the past? Where do I need to feel more empowered? What relationships need to be transformed? What if fear was the only thing holding me back from a fulfilling life?
This opposition also asks us to balance a loving, caring connection with ourselves and others, against our desire to achieve our long-term goals out there in the world.
As best as you can, steer by your own inner compass, and bring your authentic self to the world in a spirit of integrity and responsibility — and keep in mind, as we heal our personal history, we become a source of light and support for others.
Ask yourself: What would self-responsible self-care look like? How does my inner life inform my outer? Where is there still room for healing when it comes to my own personal history?
When we understand the Cancer energy fully, we have learned about self-care and receiving — not just giving, or helping others — while with Capricorn, we eventually learn about giving back, not just accomplishing for personal gain or reaching a higher status.
Ask yourself: Where might the balance lie between self-nurturing and self-care, versus achieving my goals? Are those things really in conflict? Am I doing what I want to do, or what I think I “should” do?
Am I more connected to what nurtures me — or to my “shoulds”? Does my current environment/home support my inner & outer growth? Does it provide nourishing bonds with others? How does all this affect my contribution to the world? My standing in society?
And of course, as always when Cancer and Capricorn are involved: take baby-steps (or if you prefer, “take it one day at a time” 😉 Ask yourself: Why would I sprint if walking got me there at the perfect time?
Check to see where any urge toward rushing or “getting there” comes from — is that coming from a place of fear or love?
We also have some more harmonious connections to the Full Moon:
Neptune trines the Moon in Cancer and sextiles the Sun-Pluto alignment in Capricorn. This means that when we focus on the Neptune energies we have a much easier time integrating/balancing the Cancer-Capricorn energies.
Neptune symbolizes unconditional love and unity consciousness; intuition, creativity, and compassion, as well as inspirational energy through art, meditation, and/or time in nature are all connected to the Neptune energies as well.
Ask yourself: Could I look beyond the mind and tap into the larger field of energy all around me? What nourishes my soul? Could I make time for silence, surrender, and self-reflection? Even if it’s seems impossible… just a few minutes every day?
When we are in a state of “flow” and connect to others from the heart (Neptune in Pisces) we relax, and that in turn supports our ability to take care of ourselves (Cancer) and achieve our goals out there in the world (Capricorn).
Ask yourself: How might self-compassion support my practices of self-care? How might nurturing myself support true self-acceptance and self-kindness? Might it also help grant acceptance and kindness toward others? And even the world at large?
Surrendering our fears about our position in the world and our achievements gets a little easier when we trust our intuitive heart; each moment can potentially become an unfolding that empowers us to be authentically ourselves out there in the world and nurture ourselves.
Ask yourself: Is it at least possible that combining my imagination with trust in divine guidance would support me in effortlessly reaching my long-term goals? What might be possible if I also heeded subtle messages from my intuitive heart that stir me toward the kind of success that empowers me and others?
What if I brought 5% more self-compassion to every moment while working towards a balance between achievement and self-care? Could I do that just by checking in with myself from time to time?
Some other important aspects worth mentioning are: Saturn (the ruler of Capricorn) aligns with Mercury in Aquarius (currently retrograde) and both square an exalted Uranus in Taurus.
So before we go into this, let’s address the Retrograde phases & Uranus being exalted:
Mercury in Aquarius & Venus in Capricorn are both Retrograde at the time of the Full Moon, indicating that we need to look back before we can look ahead; Retrograde phases also give us a chance to go within and see if the outer aligns with the inner and vice versa. We are also getting a chance to resolve any issues connected to the planets in retrograde motion.
Ask yourself: What relationships need to be reviewed? What issues are asking to be resolved? What long-term financial goals need a second look? What are my career aspirations telling me? What needs to be brought back into balance in my life? What roles do self-responsibility and self-mastery play in all of this?
Could I permit myself to get in touch with my unique spark? What needs to be addressed with regards to any group experiences, humanitarian causes, or technology? If I knew I actually could make a difference, where would I begin?
Uranus comes to a halt (stations direct) at almost 11 degrees of Taurus on Jan. 18th and ends its 5-months Retrograde phase only 15.5 hours after the Full Moon becomes exact.
The planet’s energy is “louder” because it is moving so slowly; it will be exalted until Jan. 30th, emphasizing the Square to Saturn — this Square will not be exact again this year, but the two contrary energies of Uranus and Saturn will remain within 10º of each other for all of 2022.
It’s time to make a real – in other words, not merely cosmetic — change in at least one area of our life. Uranus is the higher octave of Mercury, increasing our access to innovative thinking and alternative solutions; its Station phase could also coincide with revelations, reversals, or other unexpected events, such as earthquakes, or severe weather.
Collectively, Uranus in Taurus adds even greater emphasis to the urgency of changing our relationship with the Earth — from domination and exploitation, to stewardship and co-creation.
Ask yourself: Looking back over the past 5 months, what have I learned about honoring my body? What about my material and financial resources? Or my talents? In what ways have I disagreed with other people’s values? Am I ready to honor my own unique approach? Where am I ready to take a big leap forward?
Now let’s get back to Saturn, the ruler of Capricorn. Saturn is currently in Aquarius, and Uranus, the ruler of Aquarius, is currently in Taurus. Uranus still squares Saturn most of 2022. A Square always invites us to find creative solutions and to stretch ourselves and grow beyond our past capabilities.
As the Saturn/Mercury alignment in Aquarius squares Uranus in Taurus at the time of this Full Moon, the next two weeks may find us becoming quite eager, both collectively and individually speaking, to make some essential changes in our lives.
We are invited to stay detached in our social dealings with others and honor our own individuality without making anyone else wrong for being different.
Since this is a Closing Square, we are looking for practical solutions; change needs to proceed from a level of maturity that is informed by our experience of what didn’t work before.
It becomes very clear with this combo that humanity’s evolution and survival lies in equality, collaboration, and respect for the Earth and all its inhabitants.
How quickly this shift happens depends on the choices each one of us makes on an individual level. It is helpful to remember that as the “old” falls away, progress is taking place, always — even if not visible to the naked eye.
Ask yourself: If I wanted to put a solid foundation under my effort to inspire collaboration in my various communities, where would I lay the cornerstone? Could I give other people’s “choosing” the space that it needs, so I can honor what’s important to me, without taking things personally?
What might a co-creative process with our planet and the Universe look like? What is my unique value in all of this?
Again, it is helpful to remember that as the old falls away, progress is taking place. Envision the world in which you wish to live and move steadily towards that.
Another big evolutionary shift that happens on January 18th, only 20 hours after the Full Moon becomes exact: the Moon Nodes will move from Gemini-Sagittarius to Taurus-Scorpio, where they will remain until July 17th, 2023!
The Moon Nodes represent our Soul’s Journey – collectively and individually speaking. This shift thus constitutes a new Soul’s Journey, one that emphasizes making more of an effort to honor ourselves, our bodies, possessions, talents, material and financial resources, our planet and its resources — in short, anything we value.
We are also invited to release or redefine our relationship to trauma stemming from our past — and also redefine our intimate relationships, death and rebirth, endings and beginnings — in other words, the cycles of life.
After Jan. 18th, ask yourself: How can I best align myself with this new collective Soul’s Journey in the Taurus-Scorpio polarity? What do I truly value? What deserves my attention, appreciation, and care? Which of my values stem from social conditioning? Which need to change?
How am I doing with owning previously denied or rejected parts of myself? What parts of myself still operate from survival strategies? Where am I still left feeling disempowered in my life? Is there a cycle in my life that is ending? What might a new beginning look like?
In our next Monthly Forecasting Forum on Saturday, Jan. 22nd, we’ll be taking a look at the Moon Nodes in Taurus-Scorpio, in relationship to our own birth charts.
For example, we will investigate what old traumas we are looking to release or become aware of, over the next 18 months. What feels disempowering and no longer relevant? What needs to be transformed, so we can thrive and feel abundant?
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To sum it all up: Honor your feelings and needs, so you can build something of value, and share the fruits of your labor with the world. As best as you can, be kind, gentle, compassionate, and accepting of yourself — this will help balance the Cancer/Capricorn polarities.
Ask yourself: What if I brought 5% more compassion and love to every moment while working towards my achievement? Could I do that just by checking in with my physical and emotional needs from time to time?
Before we can release the old, we must become aware of it, and finish feeling any lingering emotional residues — rage, shame, hatred, jealousy, judgment— whatever has been stored in our unconscious.
This Full Moon holds a major breakthrough energy: if we are able to keep breathing, keep feeling, keep witnessing, and remember that we are all participating in an unprecedented, evolutionary shift, we can drop centuries of old programming. We are divine beings remembering who we really are. We are learning to choose from love rather than fear.
Ask yourself: What if I trusted the timing of things just 5% more? What might result from closing my eyes for a minute or two, now and then, to take a moment with myself, to tune in and center myself?
During these next 2 weeks, self-care definitely deserves our attention… Make sure you get plenty of rest, affection, water, and healthy amounts of nutritious foods 😉
As a reminder, feel free to also watch my Full Moon video.
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Do you have your Ascendant, Career Point (or personal planets) in the following: 26-29 degrees of Cancer, Capricorn, Aries, Libra, or 0 degrees of Leo, Aquarius, Taurus or Scorpio? If so, you are more affected by this month’s Full Moon. This is also true for those of us who have our Ascendant or Sun-sign in Leo or Cancer (the Sun rules Leo; the Moon rules Cancer).
Sonja’s passion is for connecting with people and helping them transform their lives. This led her to train as a life coach, in addition to her lifelong study of Astrology. With her Readings, her coaching and her Soul-Based Astrology Courses she aims to empower and support people in fulfilling their life’s potential and aligning with Soul Purpose.
by Sonja Francis | Dec 27, 2021 | Astrology Articles
On Sunday afternoon (Jan. 2nd), at 1:33pm EST, the Moon aligns with the Sun in almost 12.5 degrees of Capricorn, launching a new Moon cycle.
There are three quick things I would like to mention before we get started:
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New Moons are good times to reflect on our lives and set new intentions. This is therefore a good time to go within, to plant a seed for anything we would like to accomplish over the next 28 days, and maybe even beyond.
In Capricorn, this New Moon directs us to reassess our relationship to power and authority. The next section of this forecast will dig into this in more detail — you may also want to watch my New Moon video 🙂
The highest vibration of Capricorn is self-mastery: the development of responsibility, resourcefulness, reliability, the ability to set realistic goals and establish healthy boundaries. The next 28 days are a perfect time to work some more on these areas.
This is the first New Moon of the year, and since Capricorn represents the quest for self-mastery on the physical plane, some useful questions you can ask yourself include:
What is my relationship to self-mastery? Am I going about things in a realistic way? What does “setting healthy boundaries” look like to me? What do I know about my own limitations? Other people’s? What are my priorities in connection with long-term goals? What does the word “integrity” bring out in me? Where am I on the road to self-mastery?
As best as you can, prepare for the future, make commitments, and recognize responsibilities — in other words, nurture your dreams in a realistic manner.
Focus on setting and achieving practical and attainable long-term goals, one step at a time, one day at a time — this is not about immediate results, it’s about the quality of the foundation you are building.
Capricorn also invites us to set the kind of realistic limits and boundaries that allow everyone involved to learn from the consequences of their choices. Ask yourself: Where in my life am I able to set realistic limits and boundaries? Where am I not? What might I be afraid of when I don’t?
Capricorn relates directly to the level of our maturity. Ask yourself: What would taking 100% responsibility for my life look like? What if I responded to situations in a way that respects and serves all those involved?
Do I respect the laws of matter? What am I willing to undergo to overcome adversity? How committed am I to that?
Let’s talk about some of the aspects connected to this particular New Moon chart…
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Let’s talk about some of the aspects connected to this particular New Moon chart:
The New Moon squares Chiron in Aries and trines Uranus in Taurus. Let’s start with the Trine (since it is closer in degrees):
Uranus always brings a certain level of creativity and reinvention to the table. Ask yourself: How might new, fresh, and practical ideas create progress with my long-term goals? What is asking to be reinvented? Where might I find something unexpected that could change my connection to my inner authority? How about with authority figures out there in the world?
The New Moon’s Square to Chiron could cause us to feel impatient and/or triggered, so definitely bring as much compassion and kindness to yourself and others as you can muster — this is an opportunity to embrace our own humanity. Compassion is key!
Ask yourself: Other than career and long-term goals, where could I channel my impatient “masculine” energies into something that satisfies me on a physical, emotional, mental, and spiritual level?
Jupiter re-enters the sign of Pisces on Dec. 28th, only 5 days before the New Moon becomes exact. It will stay in this creative, sensitive sign until May 10th, 2022. Thus, it will be in 0 degree of Pisces at the time of the New Moon —> an exalted degree!!!!
Jupiter entered Pisces for the first time last May, on the 13th (to be exact), and remained there until July 28th, 2021.
Think back to that time and ask yourself: What was in the way of a connection to my inner divinity back then? What prevented me from slowing down? Turning inwards? Trusting my inner guidance? What have I learned about my intuitive knowing since then? Is there more to learn?
Jupiter squares the Moon Nodes in Gemini-Sagittarius in this New Moon chart:
This Square invites us to take a closer look at our belief system and social-cultural conditioning, open our hearts, and make choices accordingly. We are asked to look for solutions that stem from a deep understanding of oneness and interconnectedness with all that is alive on this planet.
Ask yourself: What road might lead to greater heart connections? What might open up if I became more connected to the part of me that is pure love? What if I took a 5% more positive attitude towards human life and all its paradoxes?
Here are some more questions: What might it look like for me personally if the deepest perspective shift was not political, or scientific, but spiritual? What might promote a spiritual perspective around my connection to all of my surroundings? What am I aware of right now that would shift my perspective if I allowed myself to “feel into it”?
Given that it rules Capricorn, Saturn’s placement in Aquarius plays an important role with this New Moon. Saturn is associated with the Law of Karma, i.e. with the natural result of our actions — what we sow, we reap. In Aquarius, Saturn invites us to focus on (and build) communities that are sustainable and self-responsible.
We are sovereign beings who have “choice”. Ask yourself: Where could I take 5% more responsibility for a choice I made?
What might I do differently if I knew for certain that all of my choices had social as well as personal consequences? Might I slow down and take more time with certain choices? Might I do the groundwork and be especially discerning if that meant I could make better choices that create more beneficial outcomes for everyone?
Saturn in Aquarius still squares Uranus in Taurus in this New Moon chart. And this ongoing Square is asking us to find creative ways to stretch ourselves when we feel the pull between control and freedom, tradition and progress. It also promotes social, economic, and environmental reform. Squares involving Uranus always offer opportunities for major breakthroughs.
Ask yourself: What if I could help birth a new age and with it a new world based on heart-centered consciousness and individual freedoms that honor our bodies and the planet we live on? What if there were big, bold ways I could do that? What if there were small, simple ways?
We are continually invited to step up in the world and become mature, responsible planetary citizens while honoring our individuality — in other words, making a difference one by one, even when it seems as though we are too small to create a big shift on our own. No matter how small it may seem, every ripple moves something, changes something…
As best as you can, observe your mind: What future am I focused on? How might “holding space” for myself and others contribute to a better future?
Saturn in Aquarius sextiles Chiron in Aries. This combo presents an opportunity to connect with others and engage in a healing process that can bring progress in our various communities, maybe even worldwide — we are more powerful than we realize, especially when we come together.
Ask yourself: Could I inspire others even if I let them see that I have vulnerabilities and I am human? What might become possible if I allowed myself to be both courageously vulnerable and committed to building sustainable collaborations that serve humanity?
Mercury enters Aquarius less than 12 hours before the new Moon becomes exact. It will be in 0 degrees of this forward-thinking sign, also an exalted degree!
This reminds us that where we focus our mind is important — that our thoughts and words create our future — they matter! Ask yourself: What thoughts and words might inspire a better future? What might become possible if I took 5% more responsibility for my inner dialog and the energy those thoughts disperse?
Remember that not all “change” is “progress”. Consider all options first and then respond, rather than reacting; stay flexible and be willing to look beyond the obvious.
I should also mention here that Mercury is already in its pre-Shadow phase at the time of the New Moon. It entered this Shadow phase on Dec. 29th when it reached 24.5º of Capricorn and it will remain there until January 14th when it comes to a halt in 10º of Aquarius.
For those of you who do not know what a pre-Shadow phase is, it means that for the next 2 weeks we will be traveling through territory that we will later revisit during Mercury’s Retrograde phase.
From Dec. 29th – Jan.14th, pay attention to what comes up around long-term goals, business interactions, and visions for your various communities, networks, and like-minded people. You may need to revisit certain conversations, ideas, or interactions for greater inner clarity during Mercury’s Retrograde phase (Jan. 14th – Feb. 3rd).
Speaking of Retrograde phases, Venus in Capricorn, still aligned with Pluto, has gone retrograde on Dec. 19th and is therefore moving backward (as seen from the Earth’s perspective) in this New Moon chart.
Venus in her Retrograde phase invites us to reevaluate our long-term goals and business partnerships. It also invites us to connect internally to our own inner authority and sovereign nature.
Ask yourself: Where do I need to be more realistic about what I have to offer the world? Where are my limitations? Are there any obstacles to achieving my long-term goals? If so, where are they? What is my relationship to “commitments”? Responsibility? Self-mastery?
Do my internal commitments align with my values? How about my external commitments? Or the reality of my finances? Or setting healthy boundaries in my various relationships?
If you would like to learn more about Venus’ 6-week Retrograde phase in Capricorn and how this is going to impact you personally, I recommend you get the mp4-video presentation “Venus Retrograde Dec.- Jan. 2021/22″ — and see how it relates to your own Birth Chart. To purchase this webinar, click here.
Venus’ alignment with Pluto at the time of the New Moon, invites us to confront our fears and face our shadow issues as they pertain to power and authority — our own, and other people’s.
Ask yourself: Are there any old ways of being that I need to shed? Anything that still feels disempowering to me? Where do I still look outside of myself for permission or approval? For what’s “right” or “wrong”?
Who are my “favorite” people to give my power to? This could be a relative or a friend, but it could also be a public figure or person with social authority such as a doctor, scientist, politician, news anchor, etc.
Where might it serve me to dig deeper? Dig clear to the bottom of things? Discover the root causes?
Where am I experiencing quick-fix responses or behaviors in my life? What would a real change look like? What needs to “die” for something new and stronger (or more authentic) to be “born” in its place? What fears are holding me back from making real changes?
Pluto’s involvement could foster an all-or-nothing attitude over the next 28 days towards our long-term goals, or our standing in society — in fact, we might become obsessed over those things — and/or it might bring up a fear of “losing control”.
It’s important to stay heart-centered and grounded — engage tools or people where possible, to help you let go of your fears and surrender to the power of your Soul that resides within you.
If you get obsessed about your accomplishments out there in the world, as best as you can, remind yourself to slow down and take breaks. Ask yourself: Am I driven by fear or love/passion? If fear, worry, concerns, etc. are present, could I simply acknowledge that experience?
Close your eyes, and ask yourself: Is what I am afraid of real right here, right now, or is it a projection into the future? If the latter is the case, could I let go of “expecting” (or even in some weird way “wanting”) to create this future for myself?
Could I choose more powerfully? Could I choose a future that allows me to feel empowered, no matter what the circumstances?
To sum all of this up: We are invited to direct our attention to what needs to change — individually and collectively. Change is not always easy, and sometimes it can be downright unpleasant, but it is necessary if we are to move towards a world that we want to live in and share with one another.
You could ask yourself here: What kind of future do I envision for myself and for all beings on this planet? What realistic baby steps can I take to move towards this future? Where is it best to be flexible? And on the other hand, where must I remain focused and stay aligned with my visions or preferences?
This New Moon conveys an extra-potent message about our perception of physical reality and about our relationship to power or to “feeling empowered”.
Ask yourself: What might I notice if I became 5% more aware of my personal power? Where might I have given it away to others? And how might I begin to reclaim it?
This New Moon also calls us to stand for love, for truth, for unity. It reminds us that each one of us can be a powerful agent of change through our thoughts, words, and actions.
As best as you can, keep breathing, feeling, witnessing — and remember, we are all participating in an unprecedented evolutionary shift. We are divine beings living in a dense physical reality attempting to remember who we really are and what we came here to do.
Choose wisely for 2022 and beyond. Participate consciously in the evolution of existence on this planet, not from fear, but from the knowledge of your inner strength and personal power —> the power of your heart and your humanity!
This quote from Matt Kahn fits beautifully here: “May all beings be safe. May all beings be valued. May all beings be healed. May all beings be whole. May all beings be free — and may it begin with you and me. Please use this as a grounding tool and a centering mantra whenever hope feels lost. The world is ascending no matter how it looks in its transition from one paradigm to another.”
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Do you have your Ascendant or any personal planets in 10-15 degrees of Capricorn, Cancer, Aries, or Libra? If so, you may feel the effects of this New Moon more strongly. This is also true for those of us who have our Ascendant or Sun-sign in Leo or Cancer (the Sun rules Leo; the Moon rules Cancer).
The New Moon is also the best time to set some powerful intentions for the month’s Moon cycle — and the very best time to do this is after the New Moon becomes exact (but definitely not during a Moon void of course).
So this month, there are two best and most potent times to set intentions — the first would be any time between 1:33pm on Sunday, Jan. 2nd, and 11:21am on Monday late morning, Jan. 3rd — and the second would be between Monday late afternoon at 5:44pm and Tuesday early afternoon at 1:33pm (EST/New York time).
If you live in a timezone other than EST (US East Coast time), and converting time zones isn’t your thing, I suggest joining my Facebook Fan-page and/or following me on Twitter, as I post reminders when it’s time to set your intentions 😉
For more details on how to set Intentions, click here.
Sonja’s passion is for connecting with people and helping them transform their lives. This led her to train as a life coach, in addition to her lifelong study of Astrology. With her Readings, her coaching and her Soul-Based Astrology Courses she aims to empower and support people in fulfilling their life’s potential and aligning with Soul Purpose.
by Sonja Francis | Dec 11, 2021 | Astrology Articles
On Dec. 18th at 11:36pm EST the Full Moon becomes exact, in 27.5 degrees of Gemini; the entrance of the Moon into Gemini Thursday afternoon (Dec. 16th) started the energetic build up towards this Full Moon.
The Moon in chatty, versatile Gemini opposes the Sun in optimistic, adventurous, truth-seeking Sagittarius. If you are already a Member of my online community, feel free to watch my Full Moon video for more details.
Since the last Lunation was a powerful Solar Eclipse, we are still in Eclipse season until the next New Moon on Jan. 2nd, 2022. This means that, until then, we continue to integrate our evolutionary downloads and consciousness upgrades. We might feel more tired or even exhausted because of those inner processes.
Even though the current Moon Nodes remain in Gemini-Sagittarius until January 18, 2022, this Full Moon is no longer a Lunar Eclipse, because the Moon Nodes are too far away (in degrees) from the Moon and the Sun.
The Moon Nodes in Gemini-Sagittarius (since May 2020) and the current Full Moon occurring in those same signs does, however, intensify the quest to find a balance between those two polarities.
Feel free to also check out my webinar in connection with those Moon Nodes (if you haven’t seen it yet), to get a more specific take on how this might be impacting you personally.
You can ask yourself over the next two weeks: What have I learned about the difference between observation and opinion since May of 2020? What do I now know about the difference between fact and interpretation? Or perception vs. understanding?
On May 26th, 2021 there was a Lunar Eclipse at 5.5º Sagittarius-Gemini. This Full Moon at 27.5º Gemini-Sagittarius, highlights these two signs once again.
This current Lunar cycle will continue a conversation that started back in late May around our beliefs and attitudes towards government and how we meet challenges that are coming up as a collective.
You can ask yourself here: Could I take responsibility for my part in that conversation and the stories to which I am attached? Am I willing to participate in that conversation in a mature way? Am I hiding behind old beliefs and social conditioning?
Am I able to acknowledge my limitations and shortcomings without making others wrong? Am I willing to approach this unique collective situation with a curious mind and an open heart?
Whenever a planet changes direction, or squares the Moon Nodes, its archetypal significance is intensified — in other words, the planet’s energies become exalted.
This current Full Moon has two highly exalted planets:
Venus in Capricorn & Chiron in Aries (both planets changing directions within 12 hours of the Full Moon becoming exact); Jupiter squares the Moon Nodes (therefore Jupiter is even more significant than just being the ruler of Sagittarius); Neptune in Pisces just ended its station the day before the Full Moon becomes exact, and squares the Full Moon polarity in Gemini-Sagittarius.
There are several other important aspects in this Full Moon chart and I will go into all of them in detail in a moment — but first, let’s address the Gemini-Sagittarius polarities:
Full Moons illuminate the higher/lighter vibration as well as the denser Shadow side of each sign. As our collective consciousness continues to awaken, what’s been in the shadows comes to the forefront more and more, so we can see it more clearly and deal with it on a conscious level.
The lighter side of Gemini is all about…
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The lighter side of Gemini is all about being open-minded, aware that there is always more to learn, and realizing that listening is just as important as speaking (sometimes even more so).
Gemini’s Shadow side has lots of facts but little knowledge, talks readily but is unable to hear, and allows the mind to dominate body, heart, and soul. With Shadow issues, the more awareness we bring to them, the less impact they have on us.
The highest vibration of Sagittarius leads to ever-expanding horizons of understanding, tolerance, and the realization of what life is all about (in general and in particular); the Shadow side has us fall into ruts of dogmatism, entitlement, and excess of all kinds.
Staying curious and open-minded (rather than coming from “already always knowing” or assumptions) will bring greater happiness, balance, and fulfillment in all areas of life.
Ask yourself: What could I learn about my own communication skills that might help me grow as a human being? What might I need to learn or understand in order to go beyond my cultural/religious/social conditioning? What has already changed over the last year in that regard?
How could I make my experience of processing/sharing information and interacting with others more beneficial for everyone involved?
One of modern life’s challenges is dealing with information overload — a Gemini issue. With all the information coming our way on a daily basis, it has become much harder to discern what is fact, fiction, exaggeration, or even outright falsification.
One of the most pressing issues of our time, especially highlighted during the pandemic, is media bias and the decline of objective journalism — a Gemini-Sagittarius issue.
Ask yourself: What new information might I spot if I stepped back and took a wider view? Could I be 5% extra mindful and discerning as to what I assume to be true?
Neptune turned direct on Dec. 1st, and remains exalted until one day before the Full Moon becomes exact; this reminds us to double-check everything against our inner knowing, our intuitive heart.
Since Neptune in Pisces squares the Full Moon in Gemini-Sagittarius, we are being urged to trust our intuition, question old assumptions, and go within before we jump into a conversation or reach any conclusions.
Ask yourself: What if I trusted my intuition 5% more and lovingly made choices that feel intuitively right for me as well as for the other person? What gives me access to my “feeling inspiration” in this uncertain climate? How could my compassionate heart solve controversy?
How might a creative approach support me in feeling more grounded in my heart-energies? What might a moment of silence provide for my restless mind and my desires to find understanding in this overwhelming pool of (mis)information?
The Moon in Gemini quincunxes Venus in Capricorn while Venus is exalted (due to starting her 6-week Retrograde phase on Dec. 19th, only 6 hours after the Full Moon becomes exact).
The Quincunx is turning our attention towards the mismatch between our need for mental stimulation, for exchanging information, and for connecting, staying busy, moving fast — versus our need to slow down and get things “right” out there in the world, and to transform our relationship to our long-term goals and worldly achievements (this is definitely an inner process).
Remember: The best way to deal with a Quincunx is not to keep looking for the exact solution, but instead to seek ways to feel ok when things are not an exact match — in other words, when something is uncomfortable.
We will address the Venus Retrograde phase in our next Forum — feel free to join us live on Dec. 17th at 2pm EST for the last Forecasting Forum of the year! Once registered, an pm4-video recording of the live event will be available to everyone whether you did join live or not!
This webinar will help you understand better how this planetary shift is going to impact you personally, especially about self-worth issues, finances, and relationships. Questions are always welcome, either via email in advance or during the Forum.
Due to her Retrograde phase, Venus will make three conjunctions with Pluto in Capricorn (the first one on Dec. 11th, the second one on Dec. 25th, and the third one on March 3rd, 2022). This is spotlighting where we need to transform our obsession with power, money, and status (our own or other people’s).
Venus remains within 5º of Pluto until Jan. 4th, 2022, directing our attention towards our desire to have an authentic and deep connection to our long-term goals – one that feels empowering.
Ask yourself: Am I thinking long-term when connecting with others? Am I merely making a living, or, am I creating long-term goals that have purpose and feel emotionally fulfilling to me?
Am I looking to empower myself long-term by connecting to my inner strength, or to give my power away to others and allow them to control me? Where do I still look outside of myself for permission or approval? For what’s “right” or “wrong”?
What fears or concerns do I need to let go of to have more of what I really want? Am I living my life wanting to protect myself from long-term harm or worst case scenarios? Or with an open heart, feeling empowered in my daily choices?
Apropos “long-term”: I will also do a webinar on Jan. 8th about All of 2022! ==> Click here to sign up now!
PLEASE NOTE: Star Members are NOT automatically registered for the Jan. 8th event — this webinar is not included in the monthly Forecasting Forum series. The first monthly Forecasting Forum of the year will be on January 22nd at 11:30am ET.
Mercury, the ruler of Gemini, is currently in Capricorn and squares Chiron in Aries (Chiron being exalted). This combination might bring up some insecurities in our verbal, in-person, or email interactions.
That said, this could also be an opportunity for healing, perhaps by looking at our insecurities and “sensitivities” through kind eyes and with an open heart instead of harsh judgment — ultimately embracing our own humanity.
We are invited to keep in mind that, as humans, we experience pain, shame, and separation, but can heal through the unconditional love and self-acceptance of the spirit-human alliance. In other words, through compassion!
Ask yourself: Where am I “reacting” versus responding to my circumstances? How might impatience contribute to this? Could I bring an open and compassionate awareness to this?
What might be possible if I was willing to just “be with” my insecurities and “sensitivities” or past wounding without trying to fix them? What if my attempts to fix them were the very thing keeping me from seeing the divine perfection of it all?
What would I be able to contribute to the world if I embraced my own humanity just 5% more?
Mercury in Capricorn also trines Uranus in Taurus with Uranus still in a Square with Saturn. The Trine helps us connect to anything that involves a shift in how we relate to our long-term goals. We perhaps might talk about implementing revolutionary business practices or government programs that support our values and make life tangibly more enjoyable. We might also experience a breakthrough of some sort.
What might this look like for you?
Ask yourself: How might new, fresh, and practical ideas create progress for my long-term goals (career or otherwise)? Where might I find something unexpected that would change my relationship to how I want to share and connect?
Uranus and Saturn have been squaring each other pretty much all year! Those Squares were exact on February 17th & June 14th, and the last one will be exact on December 24th.
Uranus’ ongoing Square with Saturn has challenged us to shift our relationship with nature from domination to co-creation, to break free from herd mentality and start thinking things through for ourselves, and to awaken to the beauty and strength of our own physical bodies — and the validity of our being alive alongside all that is life.
Ask yourself: How could I shift my connection with Mother Earth and my own physical body? How has the current manifestation of technology, the media, and authority been impacting my assets or what I value in the world?
Where do I need to respect my limitations or set clearer boundaries with others? How might a creative, unusual, or “disruptive” approach support me in having a closer relationship with myself, honoring what works for me and what doesn’t?
Jupiter, the ruler of Sagittarius, is currently in Aquarius and trines the Moon in Gemini, as well as sextiles the Sun in Sagittarius — and because Jupiter is in a very late degree of Aquarius it also makes a Square to the Moon Nodes (which are in a very early degree of Gemini-Sagittarius). Let’s unpack all of that:
Jupiter’s Trine to the Moon and sextile to the Sun supports us in connecting with like-minded people, expanding each other’s minds, and sharing information that allows us to see the bigger picture.
Ask yourself: What new perspectives could I gain if I allowed myself to look at other people’s findings and what they have learned? How could I share my own findings with others?
Jupiter’s Square to the Moon Nodes amplifies the message to be conscious of our perspectives and attitudes towards collectivism.
Squares mark turning points — and this one is a turning point in our collective journey. We are being asked to take a 90-degree turn, to see the bigger picture, and to grow beyond the collective narrative.
Ask yourself: What might I gain if I searched for communities online or locally that support this perspective shift. How about like-minded people that can stand out in the crowd and can be themselves because they have gone beyond conformist thinking?
Who resonates with me? What feels in alignment with my bigger understanding of things?
Last but not least, Mars in Sagittarius aligns with the South Node, and trines Chiron in Aries (with Chiron still exalted).
Mars aligning with the South Node in Sagittarius emphasizes the importance of checking the facts, letting go of limiting beliefs, and trusting our inner guidance.
The Trine to Chiron in Aries creates a supportive environment for healing our insecurities, with further support from a sense that we are pursuing a worthy personal goal — this could be something as simple as a desire to explore and go beyond what we already know, or to simply accept our own human complexities while we are on “our mission”.
Ask yourself: How open can I be to being courageously myself, with all my sensitivities and insecurities? How complex could I allow myself to be? How about everyone else out there in the world? Could I give them permission to be just as complex?
To sum it all up: in this highly uncertain climate, in a world where we experience information overload every day, in a time when we are being asked to process through our shadow issues and let go of “old” conditioning… being present in the current moment is the biggest gift we can give to ourselves.
It’s more important than ever to “think with our heart”, respond rather than react, and remember that we are all spiritual beings learning how to be human in a very different world than we lived in just 2 years ago.
As best as you can, stay grounded, avoid distractions, and be very discerning about what deserves your attention and energy!
For the next two weeks ask yourself: What do I learn from my interactions with others? What am I willing to learn? What could I read or watch that would give me new information that feels empowering to me and worth my time? What does my intuitive heart say about all of this?
Is it at least possible for me to get quiet for 5 minutes every day and rest in the knowing that “all is well, all of the time”?
As best as you can, for the next two weeks, keep an open mind, an open heart, and see if you can tune into an ongoing realization that nothing is static and nothing is separate…
I’ll end here with a quote from the 9D Arcturian Council: “If you want to be a positive force for change in this world and in this galaxy, then pay attention to your own vibration, and do everything in your power to raise it.”
Again, feel free to watch my Full Moon video for more details.
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Do you have your Ascendant, Career Point (or personal planets) in the following: 25-29 degrees of Gemini, Sagittarius, Virgo, Pisces, or 0 degrees of Cancer, Capricorn, Libra or Aries? If so, you are more affected by this month’s Full Moon. This is also true for those of us who have our Ascendant or Sun-sign in Leo or Cancer (the Sun rules Leo, the Moon rules Cancer)
Sonja’s passion is for connecting with people and helping them transform their lives. This led her to train as a life coach, in addition to her lifelong study of Astrology. With her Readings, her coaching and her Soul-Based Astrology Courses she aims to empower and support people in fulfilling their life’s potential and aligning with Soul Purpose.
by Sonja Francis | Nov 29, 2021 | Astrology Articles, New Moon, Solar Eclipse
On Dec. 4th at 2:43am EST, a total Solar Eclipse sweeps across Antarctica. People located at the southernmost tips of South America, Africa, Australia, and New Zealand will be able to see partial phases. This New Moon (Solar Eclipse) becomes exact at 12.5 degrees of Sagittarius, launching a new Moon and Eclipse cycle.
Solar Eclipses are extra-powerful New Moons that take place approximately every 6 months; during a Solar Eclipse, the Moon momentarily interrupts the normal flow of solar radiation, destabilizing existing configurations of energy and reorganizing consciousness to a higher level. Solar Eclipses indicate the beginning of a new experience, project, or cycle.
This is the last of four Eclipses in 2021. While there is a New Moon each month, Eclipses occur only 4-7 times a year, when the Sun, Moon, and Earth are precisely enough aligned. You may also want to watch my Solar Eclipse video.
Eclipses usually come in pairs (Solar and Lunar). Eclipse season starts 14 days before the first Eclipse (in this case, the Lunar Eclipse in Taurus), and continues through the time of the second (for this Eclipse season, that would be the Solar Eclipse in Sagittarius). This Eclipse Season started back on Nov. 4th and will last until Jan. 2nd, 2022.
The Sun and Moon are connected to one of the Moon Nodes during an Eclipse, switching between the North and South Node Eclipses, emphasizing the evolutionary upgrades that are available to us during such times.
This is the second South Node Solar Eclipse in Sagittarius since the Moon Nodes entered Gemini/Sagittarius in May 2020 and is also the last South Node Solar Eclipse in Sagittarius for the next 18 years.
South Node Eclipses ask us to release or redefine energies or attachments that no longer serve our Soul’s evolution. They highlight past issues that need our attention, so we can grow beyond our conditioning, individually and collectively.
Ask yourself: What has shifted for me in regards to my perspectives towards life since Dec. 2020? What believes, expectations, or attitudes, if any, have I redefined or released?
What past issues came up around my social, cultural, or religious conditioning, between Dec. 2020 – June 2021? Where could I take a closer look at those issues over the next 6 months and grow beyond that conditioning? If I take a moment to look beyond my conditioning, what has my direct experience been so far? What needs to either be completed or go to the next level now?
Eclipses are crossroads or turning points along our Soul’s Journey. They are often marked by events or situations that signify a critical shift in our lives, nudging us to either change and grow, or face greater difficulties at the next turning point. The next turning point for this Eclipse will be in early March when the Sun reaches 12.5º of Pisces and squares the Solar Eclipse degree.
Solar Eclipses, in particular, often correspond with major endings and beginnings. They occur close to the same degree every 19 years and the last time we had a South Node Solar Eclipse in a very close degree was on Dec. 4th, 2002.
We are likely to experience a resonance between now and that time — “resonant”, rather than identical — so think back to the Winter of 2002/2003, and ask yourself: Were there any major endings and beginnings? What was important to me back then? If I were to take those priorities to the next level, where would that next level find me?
If you’re looking for more guidance on those questions, I would suggest taking a look at your Natal Chart — the House placement of the Eclipse will indicate which area of life is ready to release outdated beliefs and social conditioning and go to a new level of consciousness. If that idea appeals, check out my 30-minute class, “How to Read Your Birth Chart”.
Solar Eclipses are a good time to go within, to seed anything we would like to redefine or release over the next 6 months — we’ll dig into this in more detail towards the end of this article, when we talk about setting Solar Eclipse Intentions.
PLEASE NOTE, that setting Intentions for an Eclipse is not the same as setting Intentions for a regular New Moon!!!!
With the Solar Eclipse in optimistic, adventurous, truth-seeking Sagittarius, we seek to expand our day-to-day knowledge and look for a larger perspective.
For the next six months, ask yourself: What philosophies most resonate with me? What life perspectives are no longer serving me? What stories have I been telling myself about life? What universal truths feel immediately in alignment with my direct experience of life right now?
Lots to consider with this Eclipse chart…
This New Moon/Solar Eclipse will conjunct Mercury, quincunx Uranus in Taurus, sextile Saturn in Aquarius, and trine Chiron in Aries. Neptune in Pisces is exalted at the time of the Eclipse, and it squares Mercury in Sagittarius. Jupiter, the ruler of Sagittarius, currently in Aquarius squares Mars in Scorpio. Venus & Chiron will start to slow down and start their Station phases very soon after the Eclipse becomes exact. More about all that in a moment, but first let’s take a look at the Mercury/Sun/Moon alignment in Sagittarius…
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Mercury aligning with the Solar Eclipse in Sagittarius, allows our mind to think bigger and go beyond our emotional experience, towards a larger perspective on what the meaning of it all might be.
This also invites us to be open to shifting our perceptions. You might therefore want to ask: What are my attitudes towards life? Towards “that situation”? (You know the one 🙂 Where do I insist on “being right”? How do I usually feel afterward?
Here it’s wise to distinguish between three truths: my truth, your truth, and “the truth” — what we need to watch out for is when “my truth” morphs into “the truth”.
Seeing through the illusion of separation from the divine is perhaps the greatest perspective shift of all — and not always an easy one to make. Until we encounter something outside of our conditioned frame of reference, we remain unaware of our assumptions and biases.
Ask yourself: Might stepping outside of my social and cultural conditioning bring me to a place where I can see myself (and perhaps even life itself) from a new perspective? Is it at least possible that I am unaware of my assumptions and biases until I step outside of my social and cultural (or religious) conditioning?
The New Moon/Solar Eclipse will also quincunx Uranus in Taurus, sextile Saturn in Aquarius, and trine Chiron in Aries. So, let’s unpack that…
The New Moon’s Quincunx to Uranus operates more on an internal level — an unexpected turn of events could leave us uneasy or unsettled. This could also indicate a certain degree of restlessness and energetic discomfort in our interactions with others.
Ask yourself: How flexible could I be for the six months, if I really worked at it? What needs to be shifted internally, so I can stay open and aligned with my unique talents, values, and preferences?
Am I feeling particularly uncomfortable with my own social-cultural conditioning? How about other people’s? Do I have certain preferences that others are unable to align with? Do I have judgments about this?
The New Moon’s Sextile to Saturn gives us an opportunity to connect and collaborate with like-minded people, focus on the bigger picture, or simply commit to something that gets us excited about the future.
Ask yourself: What gets me excited about the future? What commitments am I ready to make? Where are my opportunities for collaboration? How might a mature approach serve me with those connections?
The New Moon’s Trine to Chiron makes it easier to explore new healing modalities for body, mind, and heart, aimed at renewing our enthusiasm for life. We are more capable of being compassionate and forgiving with ourselves at this time — and a gentle and holistic approach is best.
Ask yourself: What if expanding my horizons and exploring things holistically could bring a healing quality to wounds around the “masculine” energies (both my personal wounds and the collective wounding)? How might seeing the bigger picture and taking a holistic approach around my masculine energies give me a greater understanding of myself and what I have identified with (or as)?
What if self-love and self-acceptance led to self-alignment? And if there’s even a chance that this might be true, would it then be worth trying 5% more self-acceptance, just as an experiment?
Neptune is the energy that connects us to universal love and the “Higher Heart”. It is exalted in Pisces at the time of the Eclipse and squares Mercury in Sagittarius. This invites us to make adjustments and find creative solutions. We are pulled in two quite different directions:
On the one hand, we experience a desire for inner silence, emotional oneness, and the flow of creativity through us. On the other hand, we also want to explore our belief structures and share our discoveries; the “tension” between these two desires may leave us feeling anxious or restless. As best as you can, slow down, acknowledge what is, and know that all is well in each “now moment”.
Ask yourself: What challenges am I facing at this time around resting, trusting, allowing, and being present? How closely am I in touch with my intuition? Where am I being called to trust my intuition over conventional wisdom?
What might be possible if I shifted further from social-cultural conditioning to “feeling into” the truth of who I am? What if I trusted that truth, the truth of my “Higher Heart”? What if I lived from it?
Jupiter (the ruler of Sagittarius) is currently in Aquarius and squares Mars in Scorpio. We may feel pulled in two quite different directions: On the one hand, we feel eager to explore social perspectives, and connect to like-minded people; on the other hand, we also want to go deeper on an emotional level and connect more intimately and authentically.
We may thus have to address our fears and “issues” with others — and may also stretch ourselves too much, either by moving too fast or by trying to expand beyond what feels healthy and empowering. As best as you can, make adjustments and find creative solutions when it comes to these energies.
Whatever comes up, ask yourself: What am I ready to learn from my interactions with others? Is my enthusiasm running away with me? Does “this” truly feel comfortable to me? Empowering? What fears or concerns are arising into consciousness? What if I simply shared my concerns without assuming the worst? How might 5% more courage to go deeper with others make my connections more meaningful? More authentic?
Venus & Chiron will start to slow down and start their Station phases very soon after the Eclipse becomes exact (within 5 days of the Eclipse). Venus is preparing to start her 6-week Retrograde phase in Capricorn, whereas Chiron is preparing to end its 5-month Retrograde phase in Aries.
Let’s start with Venus: she will be exalted/stationing in 24-26º of Capricorn from Dec. 8th until Dec. 30th; which means that she will align with Pluto for an especially long time. They will both be within 5 degrees of each other from Nov 28th, 2021 until January 4th, 2022. With this combo, we uncompromisingly seek deep, totally authentic business connections with others.
Our instincts are very strong right now, our “inner wolf” is wide-awake, and we can sniff out any unclean intentions right away. Ask yourself: What if I took 100% responsibility for getting what I want and need? What is the highest path to achieve that?
And as always when Pluto is involved, choose the power of love, especially self-love, over the power of fear or self-protection — whenever possible.
If you want to know how the upcoming Venus Retrograde in Capricorn might impact you personally, I invite you to join us on Dec. 17th for our last Forecasting Forum of the year. To register for this month only, click here.
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The Venus/Pluto alignment in Capricorn also sextiles Mars in Scorpio. This is an opportunity to see more clearly when and how we might want to make long-term investments in other people’s resources. There’s no need to rush anything.
Ask yourself: What if I excelled at thinking opportunities through carefully, responsibly, and performing a thorough “due diligence”? How would I then proceed? What might be a good long-term investment at this time? Who (or what) feels empowering to me?
Chiron will start to slow down and become exalted in 8.5 degrees of Aries from Dec. 9th until Dec. 31st.
Chiron is considered the bridge between the limitation-bound physical world and the unlimited non-physical (or spiritual) realm. It is often referred to as the “Wounded Healer”, reminding us of our humanity, and guiding us to see it as a gift. The more inner changes we’ve made in the last 5 months, the bigger the step forward we can take now.
From Dec. 9th on, ask yourself: What is coming up for me concerning my ancestors’ wounding around “the masculine”? How about my own wounding there?
Where am I responding versus “reacting” to my circumstances? Could I bring an open and compassionate awareness to this? Might a holistic approach — seeing myself as a spiritual, emotional, mental, and physical being — support my personal growth at this time?
To sum it all up: Maintaining a sense of the bigger picture is more important than ever, so we can be empowered rather than manipulated, compassionate rather than judgmental, and make choices from love rather than fear. What we see depends on where we stand. How we interpret our experience dictates our reality and choices.
Ask yourself: What kind of reality do I want to create for myself? Once I know what that reality looks like, could I look at my interpretation of life and what I see outside in the world, and make any adjustments to how I interpret things?
Do I want to believe what I was told by others, or do I simply want to check in with my own “inner knowing”? What is my own “inner knowing” telling me? If I am not sure, what would it be telling me, if I had to make something up that feels “right” or close enough?
If there was a reason for me to be here, what might that reason be? Where am I headed? Where do I need to take a leap of faith… or simply trust?
While flexibility and open-mindedness are always helpful, they are especially important now, so notice when you are digging your heels in about something — it’s usually a sign that you have some underlying anxiety about something else. Take a deep breath, get centered in your body, close your eyes and focus on your third eye.
From this centered place, ask yourself: What am I afraid of happening? How might I channel this restless energy into projects that are asking for progress? What might become possible if I got 5% more comfortable with being uncomfortable?
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Again, because Eclipses are so powerful, they require a bigger orb than a regular Full or New Moon. I usually use a 5º orb instead of 2º… so since this Solar Eclipse takes place in 12.5 degrees of Sagittarius:
Do you have your Ascendant (or any personal planets) in 7-18 degrees of Sagittarius, Gemini, Virgo, or Pisces? If so, you may feel the effects of this New Moon more strongly. This is also true for those of us who have our Ascendant or Sun-sign in Leo or Cancer (the Sun rules Leo; the Moon rules Cancer).
Setting Intentions for a Solar Eclipse is a little different from the regular monthly New Moon process — after all, we are setting them for the whole 6-month Eclipse cycle, rather than just the next 28 days.
Solar Eclipse Intentions are best done 48 hours after the Eclipse becomes exact. We are downloading new templates at the time of an Eclipse, and the energies are quite intense, so we want to wait until it all settles down a little before setting our intentions — we also definitely do not want to do this during a Moon void of course.
Given all this, there are two best and most potent times to set your Intentions for this Solar Eclipse:
The first one lasts 21 hours, between 2:43am and 11:42pm on Monday (Dec. 6th), and the second one lasts for almost 20 hours, between 6:49am on Tuesday (Dec. 7th) and 2:43am on Wednesday (Dec. 8th) — (in US Eastern Time — i.e. the New York time zone).
Set powerful intentions — again, they cover the next six months — and if possible, align them with the Sagittarian energy!
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Sonja’s passion is for connecting with people and helping them transform their lives. This led her to train as a life coach, in addition to her lifelong study of Astrology. With her Readings, her coaching and her Soul-Based Astrology Courses she aims to empower and support people in fulfilling their life’s potential and aligning with Soul Purpose.
by Sonja Francis | Nov 12, 2021 | Astrology Articles, Lunar Eclipse
On November 19th, at 3:57am EST, the Moon opposes the Sun (in 27 degrees of Taurus/Scorpio). This powerful Full Moon is also a Lunar Eclipse. Every six months, the Sun, Moon, & Earth align precisely enough for Solar and Lunar Eclipses to occur, generally (though not always) in pairs of one Lunar and one Solar Eclipse.
This particular Lunar Eclipse is the first of two Eclipses within a two-week period; it offers an opportunity for a deeper, more authentic connection with ourselves and others.
During a Lunar Eclipse, the Full Moon slowly dims as it passes through the Earth’s shadow, stimulating our emotional body and increasing our awareness of unconscious patterns and fears. If you’d like to learn more, and as a Member of my online community, click here to watch my Lunar Eclipse video.
Eclipses are always powerfully connected to the Moon Nodes and thus to our Soul’s Journey (both collectively and individually). All Eclipses transmit new energetic codes and transformative downloads, symbolized by the signs involved, in this case: The Moon is in steady, peaceful Taurus, while the Sun is in passionate, all-or-nothing Scorpio.
The more receptive we are to these transformative downloads, the more quickly and easily we can integrate them; time in nature, meditation, art, and spiritual endeavors support this integration process and help us better attune to these evolutionary upgrades.
Relationships of all kinds are highlighted during this time — but with this powerful Full Moon/Lunar Eclipse, there is a particularly strong emphasis both on self-value and on intimate relationships. Full Moons also illuminate the truth and consequences of our choices.
We become aware of what has been suppressed or ignored — or, this being a North Node Eclipse, what needs to be embraced, integrated, and explored — in regards to the Taurus energy.
It’s been 19 years since we experienced a Lunar Eclipse in this degree of Taurus. Think back to Nov. 19th, 2002: What did I need to integrate back then? What became more clear at that time, in regards to exploring my talents? What about my self-worth? Was I able to see my value? What about my relationship to money? To my physical reality? My Body? My ability to receive pleasure? To experience peace? Where do I need to take this to the next level?
We will also address the upcoming Eclipses in our next Forecasting Forum on Nov. 19th, the day of the Lunar Eclipse! Feel free to join us, if you would like to know how these powerful Lunations will impact you personally.
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That’s it for announcements and logistics, back to the Full Moon…
Lots of planets are involved in this powerful Full Moon/Lunar Eclipse chart — two T-Squares, both of them with the Focus Point in Aquarius, and the empty leg in Leo. The ruler of Taurus (Venus) and the ruler of Scorpio (Pluto) are both in Capricorn at the time of this Lunation, making this sign an important place to look for how this Eclipse plays out in our lives. More about the specifics in regards to all of this in a moment….
The Moon Nodes are usually in the same sign as an Eclipse, but there are exceptions — those times where the Moon Nodes have not yet moved into the new polarity, but the Full Moon (or New Moon) is within 15 degrees of the transiting Moon Nodes, and therefore close enough to the Lunation to create an Eclipse effect.
This Full Moon is the first Lunar Eclipse in the Taurus-Scorpio polarity, and therefore provides a preview of what we can expect when the Moon Nodes start their journey through Taurus/Scorpio –– a process which unfolds between Jan. 18th, 2022 and July 17th, 2023.
This constitutes a new collective Soul’s Journey, one that puts an emphasis on…
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making more of an effort to honor ourselves, our bodies, our possessions, our talents, our finances, our planet and its resources — in short, anything we value.
We are also invited to release or redefine our relationship to trauma stemming from the past — and also to intimate relationships, death and rebirth, endings and beginnings — in other words, the cycle of life.
With Eclipses this is a longer-term process — in this case, one that will last until July 2023.
Let’s take a closer look at the polarities involved here: The Moon in steady, peaceful Taurus opposes the Sun in passionate, all-or-nothing Scorpio.
Taurus spotlights our relationship to our physical body, what we value on the physical plane, and the planet we live on — while Scorpio highlights our relationship to emotional authenticity, intimacy/sexuality, empowerment/disempowerment, death/rebirth, endings/beginnings — Scorpio is asking us to recognize our deepest desires and truest motivations.
You can ask yourself with this Lunar Eclipse: What do I truly value? What deserves my attention, appreciation, and care? Which of my values stem from social conditioning? Which need to change?
At its best, Scorpio is associated with transformation, and our capacity to shed what may have served us in the past but now hinders our growth. We are indeed being asked to shed something in our life — a false belief, perhaps, or a “fake” identity or “way of being” — but it could also be a relationship, job, or something else more concrete.
The Sun’s passage through Scorpio is a time of transition, a time to go within to honor the realities of death and rebirth — the cycle of life, the most natural thing there is. The Sun started its passage through Scorpio on Oct. 23rd.
Ask yourself: How far have I come in regards to investigating or understanding my deepest desires? How am I doing with owning previously denied or rejected parts of myself? What parts of myself still operate on survival strategies? Where am I still left feeling disempowered in my life?
As our collective consciousness continues to awaken, what’s been in the shadows comes more and more to the forefront, so we can see it more clearly and deal with it on a conscious level. Lunar Eclipses allow us to see the Shadow aspects of each sign as well.
Scorpio ultimately teaches us that every ending is also a beginning — but the denser vibrations of Scorpio tend to bring up trust issues, black-and-white thinking, addiction to drama and darkness (or substances) — and anything we want to prevent. We could find ourselves coming from an instinctual, self-protective place, from survival, rather than intuition and love-based spaciousness.
Ask yourself here: What am I invited to shed? Is there a cycle in my life that is ending? What might a new beginning look like?
The other pole in this balancing act is Taurus, which seeks a healthy relationship with the physical world; the Moon in Taurus calls us back to our senses. Taurus is often associated with money, but the sign is ultimately about our values, of which money is a subset.
We are invited to remember that we are blessed with a miraculous birthday suit, and a beautiful, precious planet — if we feel unworthy or empty inside, material objects or accumulations can only serve as a substitute or distraction from the emptiness that comes from forgetting those facts.
Ask yourself: What do I spend my time, energy, and money on? If this reflected my relationship with myself, what might that mirror show me? Do I feel worthy? Do I value myself? How do I show my value?
Do I seem to struggle with money (accumulating it, keeping it, making the most of it, etc.)? Does money fill an emotional void in my life? Do material objects do that? Or is money simply a tool or an energy exchange for me? How might a shift in perspective help resolve my relationship to money — and ultimately towards myself?
Taurus teaches us about the power of beauty, and about things that make us happy on a physical level — we are also called to develop our talents and sense of self-worth — and are helped to discover and manifest what we truly value and enjoy.
If we are to experience the highest vibration of Taurus, a healthy sense of self-worth is critical, so ask yourself: What matters most to me? What makes me happy, deep down? What is in the way of me honoring the physical plane? Of honoring my body? The planet? Physical beauty?
What is between me and feeling valued in the world? What if I was the only one of me there will ever be? What might my value be then?
In Taurus, we discover what we most require… and enjoy; in Scorpio, we explore what we most desire… and fear.
Let’s move to some of the aspects of this Lunar Eclipse chart:
The Sun in Scorpio aligns with Mercury. This alignment brings a heightened focus towards thinking about the depth of our psyche, facing our worst fears, or dealing with loss in some way — in particular, letting go of the “old”, to let in the “new”.
Ask yourself: If I remain attached to the “old” (perhaps through fear of letting go of it to meet the “new”), might this create some difficulties for me? If I choose to let go of the old, could it help me build inner strength? Am I ready for “the new”? Can I trust the process? The cycles of Life?
Am I noticing an obsessive quality in my thinking? Am I afraid of something bad happening? Or maybe I am just concerned? If I’m trying to control what’s outside of me, how’s that working for me? What might happen if I focused on empowering myself and others? What if I opened my heart 5% more? What if surrendered 5% of my fears?
Venus (the ruler of Taurus) and Pluto (the modern ruler of Scorpio) are currently both in Capricorn.
Venus will move through this sobering, practical sign until March 2022 — much longer than usual, due to her Retrograde phase in December/January.
This suggests that the key to loving and valuing ourselves currently lies in the realization that we need to see ourselves and others for who we are, and we are being asked to have realistic goals when it comes to our relationships, our talents and our money.
Ask yourself: Where do I need to be more real about what I have to offer? What are my limitations? Where is my starting point (A)? Where would I like to end up (B)? How can I realistically get from A to B? What steps do I need to take? Where might I place the first step? Are there obstacles? Where are they?
Also: Where would I set clear and healthy boundaries, if I were aiming to establish empowering, long-term business relationships?
Just a head’s up… We will also talk in more detail about the Venus Station phases and her Retrograde cycle in Capricorn on Dec. 17th (our last Forecasting Forum of the year!)
Venus makes an exact Trine to Uranus in Taurus at the time of the Lunar Eclipse. This helps us to embrace all that is new and unusual. We are ready to experiment — but not to commit. We have an offbeat, pleasant attitude and people are more willing to socialize.
Ask yourself: What do I picture when I imagine revolutionary business or social practices that support my values and make life tangibly more enjoyable for everyone who interacts with me? What might that teach me about my unique talents or value to the world? If I wanted to experience a breakthrough with my career or long-term goals, what might that look like?
Pluto in Capricorn is looking to transform anything toxic or disempowering when it comes to responsibility around social, governmental, and economic issues. We are asked to let go of old structures and systems that keep us disempowered — but really anything that keeps us from creating fully functioning social structures based in self-responsibility and self-mastery — especially self-mastery around our collective limitations.
On a more personal note, Pluto in Capricorn asks us to step into our own authority and asks us not to give our power away to authority figures out there in the world (politicians, doctors, judges, police officers, parents, teachers, etc.). Instead to take responsibility for our own decisions and choices that we make for ourselves long-term.
The consequences of our choices and motivations also become more obvious with this placement. It is therefore more important than ever to ask yourself: Am I choosing from love or fear?
Love expands, fear contracts. Love unifies, fear divides. What am I experiencing more of? And how could I experience a 5% expansion of the heart? 5% greater unification of mind and soul?
Mars (the traditional ruler of Scorpio) is currently in Scorpio and is part of a T-Square, involving Uranus in Taurus & Saturn in Aquarius. I talked about this T-Square in great detail in one of my webinars;. to purchase it, click here, or feel free to re-listen to it, if you are already a Star Member. If you are on that Membership level, it was emailed to you on Oct. 22nd.
I also talked briefly about this T-Square in the last New Moon in Scorpio video.
There is a second T-Square in the Lunar Eclipse chart: The Sun/Mercury alignment & the Moon all square Jupiter in Aquarius, making Jupiter the Focus Point of this T-Square. This puts some stress on our social interactions with others, especially our expectations regarding them.
Ask yourself: What might benefit from a new perspective on my communities (online or in-person)? What attitude shift might lead to more heart-felt interactions with others?
Am I focusing too much on mental concepts, “social norms”, or political affiliations? What are my expectations in connection to causes connected to a better future? Am I feeling overwhelmed with too much social connecting out there in the world?
The solution of a T-Square always lies within the “Empty Leg”, the point located opposite the Focus Point of the T-Square; so in this case: Leo.
When we explore our inner child and what makes us happy, in the here and now… when we become more playful and self-expressed from the heart… when we focus on love and joy… all these bring relief from the stresses of social interactions and social expectations.
Ask yourself: What adventures would my heart want to explore? Where might humor bring relief? What could I express creatively that would inspire others to follow their authentic heart?
To sum it all up: this Lunar Eclipse challenges us to rethink our interactions with others, use our power wisely, and remember we are all interconnected and thus in this vast social experiment together. Hating on others or disconnecting from them is not going to change that!
Use the power of this Lunar Eclipse to get grounded in your physical and emotional body, break up any stagnation in your system or your relationships, and accelerate your transformation by immersing yourself in a deeper connection to all of life.
Here are a few final coaching questions for this Lunar Eclipse: If letting go always brought more peace, what would I dare to release? If I knew for certain that holding on kept me small, could I then simply let go, as best I could?
Where am I holding on to addictions or obsessions that leave me feeling less happy in the end? How could my breath support me in effortlessly releasing the “old” and allowing the “new” to flow in? If my breath gave my body the message that “all is well”, would I consider implementing “conscious breathing” more often?
Remember: When enough of us are able to keep our energy levels high, and authentically integrate all of who we are, those who rely on the denser energies will either change or leave…
Ask yourself often: What if I were in human form at this time to assist with the birthing of a new and higher collective consciousness on Earth?
Please keep in mind that we are still in Eclipse season until Jan. 2nd! So, as best you can, trust that whatever is leaving is making space for something better — the more willing we are to change, the easier it will be.
Stay both grounded and flexible — and don’t jump the gun for the next 6.5 weeks — if you feel compelled to do something, do your best to simply observe the urge. The exception would be something that just happens organically, but if you are ambivalent about a possible action, better to hold off until Eclipse Season ends on Jan 2nd.
You may also want to click here to watch my video on this powerful Full Moon.
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Because Eclipses are so powerful, they require a bigger orb than a regular Full or New Moon. I usually use a 5º orb instead of 2º… so since this Lunar Eclipse takes place in 27 degrees of Taurus:
Do you have your Ascendant, Career Point (or personal planets) in the following: 22-29 degrees of Taurus, Scorpio, Leo, Aquarius, or 0-2 degrees of Gemini, Sagittarius, Virgo, or Pisces? If so, you are more affected by this month’s powerful Full Moon/Lunar Eclipse. This is also true for those of us who have our Ascendant or Sun-sign in Leo or Cancer (the Sun rules Leo; the Moon rules Cancer).
Sonja’s passion is for connecting with people and helping them transform their lives. This led her to train as a life coach, in addition to her lifelong study of Astrology. With her Readings, her coaching and her Soul-Based Astrology Courses she aims to empower and support people in fulfilling their life’s potential and aligning with Soul Purpose.
by Sonja Francis | Oct 29, 2021 | Astrology Articles, New Moon
On Nov. 4th at 5:15pm EDT, the Moon aligns with the Sun in 12.5 degrees of Scorpio, beginning a new Moon cycle.
With the New Moon in passionate, all-or-nothing Scorpio it brings our focus to our intimate relationships, and deepest emotional desires and fears; if you’d like to learn more about this Lunation, check out my video on the subject 🙂
This New Moon is also the start of Eclipse season — which lasts until Jan. 2nd, 2022. My next Full Moon video will already be about the Lunar Eclipse in Taurus (the first of two Eclipses taking place within the next 4.5 weeks).
Eclipses are times of uncertainty, Uranian in nature, so anything could happen between now and January 2nd. It is important to remember that Eclipses open a door to the next level of our Soul’s evolution.
As best as you can, stay both grounded and flexible — and don’t jump the gun for the next 8.5 weeks — if you feel compelled to do something, do your best to simply observe the urge. The exception would be something that just happens organically, but if you are ambivalent about a possible action, better to hold off until Eclipse Season ends on January 2nd.
Eclipses bring major endings and beginnings. As best you can, trust that whatever is leaving is making space for something better — the more willing we are to change, the easier it will be.
That said, projects and interactions that got underway prior to Eclipse season (i.e. before Nov. 4th) are another matter — don’t stop your life just because it is Eclipse season 😉
I will also talk about the upcoming two Eclipses in more detail in my next Forecasting Forum. If you want to know how these powerful Lunations are going to impact you personally, feel free to join us — we will apply what’s coming up to our own birth charts. The Forum is on Nov. 19th at 2pm EST (the day of the Lunar Eclipse) — for more info, click here.
Also available for purchase as an mp4-video presentation, after Nov. 19th, on my Webinar-page.
Please note that registration to the Forum also includes access to the next Members Lunar Eclipse video and a recording of the live-event 😉 AND, there is an Early Bird Special that will be available until Nov. 16th at midnight EST!
A couple of things to note in this New Moon chart: we have an exact opposition to Uranus in Taurus, the planet associated with breakdowns, breakthroughs, sudden change, freedom and innovation.
We have a T-Square with Saturn in Aquarius as the Focus Point; Venus in Sagittarius will be in an exalted degree at the time of the New Moon; and Mercury (the ruler of the current North Node) is yet again highly aspected by many of the other planets in this New Moon chart, including Pluto (the ruler of Scorpio). More about all of that in a moment, but first let’s talk about the Scorpio energies…
Scorpio is the second water sign of the zodiac, so it relates not only to the depths of our own psyche, but also to the ecstasies and traumas of relationships. Scorpio is also the sign most associated with…
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Scorpio is also the sign most associated with the dark: the taboo, the subconscious, the unknown. Our Shadow holds not only our fears, unresolved trauma, and less desirable qualities, but anything that has been repressed, including our: power, intuition, and other gifts.
Ask yourself: What if a journey through the valley of darkness ultimately led to the heights of my true power? How might surrender, trust in a higher power, and letting go of resentment & fear give me a better understanding of peace, authentic connection, and inner strength?
Scorpio is associated with three images: the Scorpion (a solitary creature symbolizing self-protection and instinctive desire), the Eagle (who has a wider awareness and more conscious control over its desires), and the Dove (who has transcended personal desire, and brings peace and healing to others).
Ask yourself: What am I gifted when I face my deepest fears? What if going deeper, towards what scares me the most, never led to an actual death of any kind, and always and only led to transformation?
Like I already mentioned briefly, Scorpio also deals with our Shadow issues. The “Shadow” is all the suppressed, denied, or undeveloped qualities of our personality. Unprocessed Shadow material pushes our buttons and makes us vulnerable to control and manipulation.
Suppression and denial, projection and blame keep us stuck; conscious awareness shows us the way out. Healing happens when we bring light to the dark, becoming conscious of what had been stored in the basement of our psyche.
Ask yourself: What benefits might I reap if I were to transmute my Shadow issues?
Noticing our own desires, fears, or sense of humor is important, because the Shadow also makes itself visible through those…
So, what Shadow issues need to be addressed over the next four weeks? Here are some questions to help you reclaim your projections: Who really bothers me “out there” in the world? Who do I love to hate? What specifically bothers me about them?
Who do I admire and why? What scares me most about myself? What recurring, uncomfortable, or scary dreams (or daydreams) do I have? What do I love to joke about that feels a little “edgy”?
Now, let’s talk about some of the planetary aspects in this New Moon chart:
This New Moon opposes Uranus in Taurus. Uranus is the planet associated with breakdowns, breakthroughs, sudden change, freedom and innovation. We might experience some sudden and unexpected turns over the next four weeks. We are invited to examine our relationship to money, power, and resources (personal and shared).
Ask yourself: How can I balance my need for a deeper, more empowered experience with others, against my wish to honor my personal values and desire for freedom?
We might also feel nervous or anxious as we become aware of what’s not working for us anymore (financially, physically or emotionally) — and the itch to move forward and realize a new vision for ourselves feels very strong. It may well be true that something needs to change… but we must take care not to rush into anything.
Ask yourself: How is my life being interrupted by “divine interventions”? What insights might those interventions hold for me?
What needs more space? How might thinking outside the box support my connections with others? What needs a new approach in my interactions? How might staying flexible when it comes to my intimate relationships or financial partnerships benefit me?
How might staying calm in this uncertain climate support my sanity? What might support me with staying calm?
The New Moon also makes a wide Square to Saturn in Aquarius, making Saturn the Focus Point of a T-Square. All of this creates some tension, but also an invitation both to innovate and to clarify our priorities. We may become anxious or stressed over a situation or interaction involving a group of people, community, or network of people out there in the world.
We may feel more cautious when it comes to relationships and our resources. It definitely signifies a maturity process that demands great adjustments and flexibility on our part.
Ask yourself: How might slowing down and taking it one step at a time be beneficial for me right now? How might a mature approach, with healthy boundaries, support my dealings with others? If I were able to find creative solutions to my current frustrations, what might those be? What if I could express what’s in my heart whilst remaining “adult”?
The New Moon also makes a wide Trine to Neptune in Pisces. This makes it easier for us to trust and flow with energy currents, rather than struggle against them. It also makes it easier to release past traumas or emotional attachments that no longer serve us — respectively keeping us in a lower vibrational place.
Ask yourself: What traumas from my past are asking to be released? What if I took a closer look at some old resentments, fears, and misperceptions? If I gave those difficult experiences my conscious awareness, my love, and spoke the truth about them, might this dispel any remaining darkness around them?
What am I afraid would happen if I let go of needing to be in control? What am I afraid of happening if I completely surrendered to Life? To Love?
If “out of control” was simply a matter of perspective, would I still resist it? Would I dare to embrace it? Could I trust, just for right now, that there is always a “bigger” plan at play? What if I simply asked my Higher Self to support me in letting things unfold for the highest good of everyone involved — rather than assuming I know what that might be?
Mars, the traditional ruler of Scorpio, represents our willpower and passion. Mars in an early degree of Scorpio is closely aligned with Mercury in a late degree of Libra. This combo might speed up our thinking.
We communicate with curiosity, enthusiasm, and energy, especially on the subjects of: justice or reform, our relationships, or our desire for anything connected to a deeper, more authentic connection with ourselves and others. We seek the very heart of a subject.
Something to be aware of: We may take things a little too personally. This approach could make it challenging for others to engage in a healthy dialogue with us.
Ask yourself: Could I observe and discern, rather than judge others for the time being? Am I seeing all of the facts? Might a deep breath into my lower belly help soothe and clear my mind? What if I experiment with taking that deep breath whenever I feel impatient or feel a sense of urgency?
Mercury and Mars will journey closely together until Nov. 16th, and will also be involved in a powerful T-Square between Nov. 8-16th. The T-Square I am referring to involves Mars, Saturn & Uranus: strong until Nov. 21st.
This T-Square asks us to focus on our ability to be self-expressed in a mature and timely manner. It asks us to focus on our heart-center, and what brings us joy.
Asking, “What am I grateful for right here, right now?” could be really helpful over the next four weeks, and save us from depression, anxiety, or feeling like we don’t belong.
Check out my video presentation about the powerful T-Square we are all experiencing in November, to see how all of this is impacting you personally — to purchase this webinar, click here. (only available until Nov. 19th)
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Last but not least, let’s talk about Mercury in Libra making a close Square to Pluto (the modern ruler of Scorpio), trining Jupiter and sextiling an exalted Venus. Let’s unpack all of that:
Let’s start with Mercury’s Square to Pluto in Capricorn: Due to Mercury’s Retrograde in October, we have experienced this Square several times already in the past 7 weeks.
Mercury represents our ability to connect and communicate, as well as learn and process information. This aspect challenges us to find meaning in our life through processing truthful information. We must now uncover the deeper layers of our life.
We are invited to redefine our relationship to truth, responsibility, and power. The gift of misinformation is that it forces us to trust our inner guidance.
Ask yourself: How can I empower myself and others 5% more today? How might an increase of self-care support the desire for empowered conversations and connections? What needs to be said? What doesn’t?
The blessing of the abuse of power is that it ultimately teaches us to act humanely. We are learning that we are not victims, that we always have a choice as to how we respond, and that we declare our humanity every day with the choices we make.
With Pluto in the mix, interactions could be intense. As best you can, empower rather than disempower. It’s time to let go of destructive thought forms and attachments.
Ask yourself: How can I grow and evolve in my communications? How might a deeper sense of listening to myself or others support me on that journey? Is there a conversation (inner or outer) that I need to outgrow?
As best as you can, stay grounded in love, not fear. Stay flexible and open-minded, and of course, nurture yourself; make sure you have everything you need to be able to come from a place of inner strength & empowerment.
Ask yourself: If I observe an “all-or-nothing” attitude in myself, could I give myself permission to relax into the “love-energy” that always resides inside of me? Could I first acknowledge, and then release, any fears or concerns connected to achievements or relationships?
Mercury’s Trine to Jupiter in Aquarius: This harmonious connection strengthens our ability to connect and collaborate with others. We are tolerant of other perspectives and ideas, naturally avoid narrow-minded thinking, and feel at ease reconnecting with people from all walks of life.
Ask yourself: What are my expectations or attitudes towards the collective experience? What new vantage point might show me how to reinvent myself and my vision for “my people”, my tribe?
Mercury’s Sextile to an exalted Venus in Sagittarius: Venus is in an exalted degree, because she is in the last degree of Sagittarius, at the time of the New Moon.
A planet in the last degree of a sign feels “louder”, as it is trying to express as much as it can of the current sign, before moving into the next — sort of a “last hoorah” before moving on, in this case, into Capricorn, where Venus will journey until early March 2022 (due to her Retrograde phase in December 2021 & January 2022).
This exalted degree also indicates a strong urge to complete something — most likely something that started on or after Oct. 7th (when Venus started her journey through Sagittarius).
Venus represents our relationships (the one to others and to ourselves) and that which we most value. In Sagittarius, we most value adventure, looking for the larger meaning, getting a new perspective on life, getting away from our routines and exploring new relationships.
There might be an impatience in the air around our interactions with others. The Sextile between Mercury and Venus gives us the opportunity for more enthusiastic and enhanced communication, as well as, making new social contacts, especially with people who share our philosophies about life.
Ask yourself: Who comes to mind when I think of people who share my philosophy? How might we be able to support each other? What needs to be said? Where do I need to give others the gift of listening?
What is the larger picture? How might speaking my truth support someone else in processing something new or different?
To Sum it All Up: Being open to trusting the process and going with the flow are key! Most of our lives are shaped by fears: too much of something, not enough of something else… not being loved, not being liked, being judged, rejected, some form of loss, maybe even physical death, being the recipient of physical or emotional pain, etc.
Scorpio territory is not easy. Facing our deepest feelings and fears, confronting our demons and our death is the most difficult work we will ever do. But the rewards it brings — inner peace, freedom, and wholeness — make it all worth it.
This New Moon in Scorpio invites us to let go of whatever is dead (or toxic). Often, this is connected to past disempowerment — fears based either on “what was”, or on a possible future in which we would not be ok — and all this can be scary and stir up the desire for control or to protect ourselves. The survival brain thinks that control brings power, certainty, stability… but it’s all an illusion based in fear.
Remember: “Fear” is resistance to life, whereas “Love” is acceptance of life in all its forms: the good, the bad, and the ugly.
Ask yourself: As best as I can, could I acknowledge any self-resistance? Resistance toward others? To life itself? And, just for right now, could I simply let go of wanting to resist what is? Could I set all inner tension free… just as best as I can… just for right now… just as an experiment in freedom?
The key is to realize that “letting go” is not about loss, but about transformation — and, ultimately, about feeling empowered, since every ending is also a new beginning.
Trust also plays a big part here, just as it does in all our intimate relationships and authentic connections — and trust, whether in ourselves or with others, is something that develops over time — and for those of us who have experienced traumatic events or circumstances, this process can take a little longer. So, as best as you can, be patient and kind with yourself, if you are in that category.
Ask yourself: What if true intimacy with another is only possible when I allow for the full range of emotions? What if my capacity for love and joy grew directly in relation to my ability to embrace my fears and pain?
Again, flexibility and open-mindedness will definitely help for the next 28 days. Embracing our humanity and practicing self-compassion, especially around our inner processes and limitations, provides an opportunity for healing.
If you’d like to learn more about this Lunation, check out my video on the subject 🙂
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Do you have your Ascendant (or any personal planets) in 10-15 degrees of Scorpio, Taurus, Leo or Aquarius? If so, you may feel the effects of this New Moon more strongly. This is also true for those of us who have our Ascendant or Sun-sign in Leo or Cancer (the Sun rules Leo; the Moon rules Cancer).
The New Moon is also the best time to set some powerful intentions for this month’s Moon cycle. Intentions are best done soon after the New Moon becomes exact — and definitely not during a Moon void of course phase.
So this month, the best time to set intentions would be any time between 5:15pm (Nov. 4th) and 12:10pm on Nov. 5th; then again from 8:52pm (Nov. 5th) until 5:15pm on Nov. 6th — New York Time/US Eastern Time (please keep in mind that Europe and the UK do no longer have Daylight Savings Time, therefore the time difference is an hour less than usual at the time of the New Moon)
If you live in a timezone other than EDT (US East Coast-time), feel free to join my Facebook Fan-page or follow me on twitter. I will be posting reminders on Nov. 4th, 5th and 6th, to let you know when it is the most potent time to set your intentions.
For more info on how to set your New Moon Intentions click here.
Sonja’s passion is for connecting with people and helping them transform their lives. This led her to train as a life coach, in addition to her lifelong study of Astrology. With her Readings, her coaching and her Soul-Based Astrology Courses she aims to empower and support people in fulfilling their life’s potential and aligning with Soul Purpose.
by Sonja Francis | Oct 14, 2021 | Astrology Articles, Full Moon
On Wednesday Oct. 20th, at 10:57am EDT, the Sun opposes the Moon in 27.5 degrees of Aries. The Moon in pioneering, fast-paced Aries makes an opposition to the Sun in harmony-loving, balance-seeking Libra.
Generally, a Full Moon brings our attention to our “emotional body”, increasing our awareness of what has been suppressed or ignored. This is especially true for this particular Full Moon — for much of this month, we are invited to direct our attention toward deeper self-care and more authentic connections to our emotional bodies. If you are a site Member, you may also want to watch my video on the subject.
We also have three exalted planets in this Full Moon chart: Pluto, Jupiter & Mercury. All three of them ended their various Retrograde phases just recently, and are still moving quite slowly trying to get up to their “regular” speed — so we can feel their energies stronger than usual.
The Aries/Libra polarity directs our awareness to the roles we identify with in our various one-on-one relationships — and this Full Moon is thus a call to take action on those roles.
In particular, it brings the focus to “independence”, so ask yourself: Where do I need to be more assertive? More accommodating? Less? Where have I been too independent? Too dependent? What roles or contracts need to be revisited? Or perhaps simply accepted for what they are?
This also involves the balance of feminine and masculine energies within ourselves, our relationships, and our world. Ask: Where have these energies gone out of balance? What happens when there is too much masculine? Too much feminine?
The higher vibrations of Aries include: courage and strength, openness towards the new, directness, assertiveness, and a healthy sense of identity.
The higher vibrations of Libra include: the ability to collaborate and connect on equal footing, and achieve balanced or fair outcomes; our capacity for objectivity, dialogue and diplomacy, cooperation and composure.
Every Full Moon illuminates the shadow side of each sign as well. The “denser/lower” vibrations of Aries can be…
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Every Full Moon illuminates the shadow side of each sign as well. The “denser/lower” vibrations of Aries can be rash, impulsive, insensitive, and, at worst, combative or destructive. The shadow side of Libra is indecisive, superficial, and submissive — always looking for approval.
Connecting with the highest vibration of Aries will help us stay away from the denser vibrations of Libra and vice versa.
Mars (the ruler of Aries) is currently in Libra, and still conjuncts the Sun in Libra, so being active and taking action comes quite easily and naturally with this alignment.
Ask yourself: If I had plenty of energy to take care of something that was dear to my heart, what might that be? Are any new collaborations waiting to be launched? What needs me to initiate or inspire a win-win outcome?
This alignment in Libra makes a Trine to Jupiter in Aquarius (Jupiter is still exalted until Oct. 24th). This combo gives us a positive attitude with others, which helps us to take risks that get us unstuck. We have the vigor to blast through challenges now. Use this aspect to tackle anything that seemed impossible in the past 😉
Ask yourself: Where am I pining for a greater connection with others? What might be possible if I kept inspiring others? Or kept being the change I want to see in the world?
On the day of the Full Moon, the Moon Squares Pluto in Capricorn. This creates a T-Square involving the Full Moon and Mars in Libra —with Pluto as the Focus point of the T-square. This is inviting us to make some adjustments and find creative ways to work with the energies at play. So, what are these energies?
On the one hand, we are aware of the importance of collaboration and “fairness”; on the other, we see that following our inner compass and taking care of our own needs is essential as well.
At the same time, we are also feeling a very strong pull toward deep, emotional authenticity and being truthful about what we want to build long-term — out there in the world.
All this places a lot of stress on Pluto in Capricorn, pressuring us to let go of what is destructive — either to ourselves or to others. Also, Pluto is still exalted until Oct. 21st, due to its Station phase. We may feel a stronger need for empowerment, when it comes to our social achievements and career aspirations that we can’t fully pursue, because of personal or relationship/fairness issues.
We are being invited to learn that true power comes from within- from knowing and accepting the truth, by facing the dark, making conscious what has been unconscious.
Since Pluto represents the process of our deepest empowerment (through transformation and integration of Shadow issues), and the place where we align with our divine purpose, we may feel an intense focus on, or obsession about, our long-term goals — in fact, we could be facing our worst fears right now.
Ask yourself: What am I most scared about when it comes to my accomplishments? Am I experiencing a loss of control at this time? Might surrendering my fears around long-term social or economic issues give me a sense of peace?
What if there was a higher power that would ultimately empower everyone who lives full-out from a place of self-responsibility, integration, and whole-heartedness?
Accidents, illness, and deep losses are often orchestrated by our higher self, guiding us to make a journey towards greater authenticity and empowerment.
What feels disempowering? How might being grounded in the present moment and maintaining focus on what “I actually have control over” serve me at this time?
Am I allowing myself to listen to the deepest calling of my Soul? What if I already have within me precisely that which would most help me accomplish what I desire deep down? If that were so, what might that be?
Since Pluto in Capricorn is the most challenged part of this T-Square, the solution lies in the “empty leg” which lands in Cancer. We are invited to empower ourselves at home, with loved ones, and to focus on Self-care. This is also an invitation to balance our obsessions around an empowered career with our focus on getting plenty of rest, healthy nourishment, and affection.
Ask yourself: What would a powerful approach to Self-care look like at home? With family? Elsewhere?
How might nurturing myself support my self-connection? My connection to others? The world at large? How might it support my career ambitions? What if Self-care was a first step toward meaningful achievement?
How could I nurture myself to the point that I am at once connected to others and yet completely independent? What role does inner safety (physical and emotional) play in all of this?
There is also a need to clear repressed emotions, release old patterns, and reclaim the power of the feminine. Ask yourself: Where do I need to challenge the status quo? Where do I need to pull out the sword of truth? Where must I let go of being a victim and reclaim my power?
Venus (the ruler of Libra), currently in Sagittarius, makes a Quincunx to Uranus in Taurus. This aspect operates more on an internal level — an unexpected turn of events could leave us uneasy or unsettled. This could also indicate a certain degree of restlessness and energetic discomfort in our interactions with others.
Ask yourself: If I really worked at it, how flexible could I be for the next two weeks? What needs to shift internally, so I can stay open and aligned with my unique talents, values, and preferences?
Am I feeling particularly uncomfortable with mine or other people’s beliefs at this time? Am I feeling particularly impatient? Do I have certain preferences or perspectives that others are unable to align with? Do I have expectations or attitudes about this?
Mercury in Libra (still exalted until Oct. 23rd) opposes Chiron in Aries and trines Saturn in Aquarius.
The Opposition to Chiron in Aries has a lot of potential for healing our interactions with others…. We may feel more sensitive and insecure about what we identify with, and around our ability to be assertive.
Ask yourself: What are my sensitivities around self-identity? Where am I limited? What am I feeling most insecure about? What if these feelings and limitations were an invitation to self-compassion, self-acceptance, and understanding?
How might engaging with others in a fair and balanced fashion further heal my self-relationship? How might being more accepting of myself despite (or even including) my self-doubt make me a more compassionate collaborator and ally?
If you feel triggered by someone else (or vice versa), as best as you can, direct compassion and kindness towards both of you. Ask yourself: Is this connected to my past and/or upbringing? What if this were an opportunity to embrace my wounded inner child with love and kindness? What about embracing someone else’s wounded inner child?
Mercury’s Trine to Saturn in Aquarius brings an opportunity for building solid, truthful foundations for our society’s future. We “get to the point”, with no wasted time or words. The reality of our social connections gets clearer and our thought processes are more realistic.
Ask yourself: What works and what doesn’t work in my one-on-one relationships? What seems really clear about my social connections to others at this time?
What needs to be said to create better social structures for humanity’s future — a future that is sustainable? What would it look like to speak my truth and temper it with adult caution and moderation?
To sum it all up, for this Full Moon: The strongest message of this Full Moon remains that of having a healthy relationship with our own inner feminine and masculine energies.
Ask yourself: How well do I love and take care of myself? Where do I still tend to give more than I receive, or withhold, rather than share?
How much have I balanced my inner masculine and feminine sides? What if I already knew how to experience this balance? What if my inner personal sense of it was more valuable than society’s?
We must face our worst fears, own our shadow, and align with our divine mission.
Remember: We are in a critical phase of our spiritual growth, during which we are asked to questions and release all that is holding us back: dysfunctional and restrictive relationships, belief systems, social conditioning, addictions, negative habits and thought patterns, possessions that take up too much of our time and effort, etc. As best as you can, see this as an opportunity — allow, rather than resist 😉
Aries & Libra are both extroverted, social signs — yet Pluto in Capricorn asks us to go deeper within ourselves to understand what fully empowers us in the world at large.
We are invited to integrate split aspects of ourselves. In order to do that, we need to look at our emotional conditioning, and empower the rejected and denied parts of ourselves.
Ask yourself: How do the ways we relate to ourselves and others also reveal how we relate to control, surrender, and trust? What if I placed 5% more focus on my connection to my emotional body and what feels empowering to me?
Keep in mind for the next two weeks: When we get plenty of rest, we can accomplish more, in less time!
If nothing else, do your best to remember that we all signed up for this journey to become a spiritual, fully human adult that exists in an ever-expanding, multidimensional realm of physicality… Not always an easy feat… So, if nothing else works, turn it over to your Higher Power; your Soul Power.
Do your best to remain open, and nurture yourself while digging deeper to truly understand your own emotional needs. This will help you connect to others and yourself from a place of strength and autonomy. For more details on this powerful Full Moon, click here and watch my video on the subject:
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All of this is especially true for those of us with personal planets or points in 25-29 degrees of Aries, Libra, Cancer, Capricorn, or 0 degrees of Taurus, Scorpio, Leo or Aquarius. Personal planets are the Sun, Moon, Mercury, Venus, Mars; personal points are the Ascendent or MC (aka Career point).
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by Sonja Francis | Sep 30, 2021 | Astrology Articles
On Oct. 6th at 7:05am EDT, the Moon aligns with the Sun in 13.5 degrees of Libra, beginning a new Moon cycle.
New Moons are introverted times, when we go within to learn what we wish to align ourselves with for the next 28 days; with this New Moon in harmony-loving, balance-seeking Libra, this will likely be win-win situations, fair exchanges, and harmony (within our relationships and with our general environment). Check out my New Moon video to learn more about this.
Even though we have four planets in Libra at the time of this New Moon (the Sun, the Moon, Mars, and Mercury), harmony and balance is not something that is easily achieved with this lunation. In fact, we have plenty of challenging aspects in this New Moon chart that might keep us off-balance — to say nothing of the Pluto Station Direct phase that has been intensifying since Sept. 29th and that will come to a complete halt on Oct. 6th, only 7.5 hours after the New Moon becomes exact — and of course, we also have Mercury still in its Retrograde phase in Libra until Oct. 18th.
More about all those details in a moment: first, let’s talk about the New Moon — and specifically, the Libra component of this New Moon chart…
All relationships begin with our relationship to ourselves — everything “out there” is a reflection of “in here”… Ideally speaking, interacting with another person is a co-creative, equal exchange — we must be centered within ourselves, yet also tuned into each other, all the while responding to the rhythm of life.
Here are some useful questions to ask yourself for this new Moon cycle: What does an “equal relationship” look like? Where is the balance point? What comes up for me when I hear the phrase “the art of relationship”?
As the seventh sign in the zodiac, Libra represents a major turning point, one that invites us to investigate ourselves through the lens of “the other” (by relating on a one-on-one level).
Anything we haven’t mastered from the six signs that precede Libra, we bring to all of our relationships, attracting people who mirror back to us our relationship with ourselves: Libra thus invites us to see all of our issues, resolve them, and become whole.
Ask yourself: What if harmony and peace were mine to create within me first? The Libra energy encourages us to…
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The Libra energy encourages us to see both sides of a situation and find the middle path (or better yet, a win-win). If we are to reconcile opposite energies, we need to seek the highest and best outcome for everyone involved — in other words, we need to see everyone as equally deserving… including ourselves!
Ask yourself: What does “treating others fairly” mean to me? What does “being treated fairly” mean to me? If I could envision the “ideal” relationship, what would that look like to me? Could I give myself permission to drop my expectations and my “shoulds” around relationships just for right now?
What might be a first step towards relationships that honor both parties equally? How might honoring myself contribute to that? What might be possible if I gave myself permission to approve of myself, right here, right now — for no particular reason — “just because”? What if I balanced and integrated my inner masculine and feminine?
Let’s talk about some of the other planets and signs involved in this Lunation:
Jupiter in Aquarius will start to feel more exalted by Oct. 8th, as it will slow down (station), but Pluto and Saturn are both exalted at the time of the New Moon due to their Station phase and their influence will be particularly strong, given they both change directions and end their respective Retrograde phases within 4 days of the New Moon being exact (in the case of Pluto, within 7.5 hours).
Once these three planets end their Retrograde phases and “go direct”, we will be able to move forward in the areas of our lives that have been subjected to self-examination over the preceding 4-5 months.
I just want to mention quickly the webinar I recorded on Sept. 17th — we discussed the Pluto & Saturn Station Direct phase in Capricorn and Aquarius, and how all of this looks in relation to our own Birth charts.
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Let’s talk about Saturn and Pluto, since they play a crucial part in their New Moon chart:
Saturn brings up a desire to focus on our various networks and communities (both in-person and online), taking things one step at a time, while Pluto is urging us to build something solid, lasting, and emotionally empowering to us and future generations.
Ask yourself: Are there any rigid attitudes or limitations on my part that might be interfering with my ability to connect with others? What if I could stay true to myself while taking other people’s needs and limitations into account?
We are also being asked to take a realistic and mature approach to our long-term aspirations, one that also feels emotionally empowering to us, and is aligned with our Soul’s Purpose.
Ask yourself: Is it time to live life in moderation? How could I best manage my frustrations? My obsessions? Where could I slow down for a moment and catch my breath? What commitments and responsibilities are calling me out of my comfort zone? How could I maintain a direct and courageous approach even if life puts up roadblocks or throws me some curveballs?
What if I simply knew that I could handle whatever shows up? What if I just decided to bring maturity and self-responsibility to my passions and goals, no matter what? What if I made a daily practice of tapping into the power of the love within?
Since everyone is going through this, humanity is going through a tremendous transformational process, and each one of us needs to take a look at how we personally want to contribute to that transformation in a meaningful way.
Here’s the question: What if there was a way to honor my desire for a passionate, exciting new beginning on a personal level, while also expanding my perspectives around the longer game for society?
What if all this could also be combined with my quest for a socially responsible way of life? And what if that way of life could feel exciting and effortlessly sustainable for all?
Remember, Pluto is an emotional empowerment process; if something is “killing us slowly”, we will surely become aware of it during a Pluto Station.
We also are more aware of how and when we give our power away to others. For example, we do so every time we make someone else responsible for how we feel or react, rather than focusing where we have control or influence, and then doing what feels most empowering and nurturing to ourselves — acknowledging our own feelings and taking care of them is a big part of that.
The power always lies within ourselves and we can experience that power when we focus on making a choice that empowers us. And of course, with Pluto in Capricorn, what empowers us most is self-responsibility — for both our shadow and our light — and making sure that our “inner baby” feels safe and nurtured.
With such a strong and exalted Pluto in Capricorn, it is essential that we nurture our feeling body, and stay open to receiving support from familiar, trusted people — as best as we can, of course.
Ask yourself: How might a tight and sustained focus on my emotional wellbeing support me with my long-term goals and relationships (including the “relationship” I have with myself)? Just for this moment, right now, could I see if a nurturing approach feels empowering? Or perhaps helps me step outside my comfort zone? If any of that might be so, what modest daily practice might best provide that nurturing?
With this in mind, I want to call on anyone who needs emotional, spiritual, or mental support right now to do a Coaching-Healing session with me. They are very powerful and very gentle at the same time, as they allow you to let go of any stress or uncomfortable feelings, and provide a chance to reconnect with the inner peace and calm that is always available to you underneath all of the turmoil or stress.
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Now let’s take a look at some of the aspects in this New Moon chart: The New Moon aligns tightly with Mars, and also with Mercury in Libra (Mercury is Retrograde at the time of the New Moon); the New Moon/Mars alignment opposes Chiron in Aries, trines Saturn in Aquarius, and quincunxes Uranus in Taurus. So let’s unpack all of that:
The alignment to Mars and Mercury in Libra asks us to go after something we feel passionate about — and use all the energy and enthusiasm we have access to right now to get lots done in our one-on-one relationships or partnerships. As best as you can, be yourself, without offending others.
Ask yourself: What is worth fighting for in my various one-on-one relationships or partnerships? What would a win-win look like? How can I move towards that? What actions might bring me closer to experiencing inner and outer balance?
What if I decided to move towards fair and just interactions with others, even when it feels impossible? How might carefully listening to my intuitive self and others support me on that path?
With Mercury Retrograde until Oct. 18th, we get a chance to explore our inner relationship between masculine and the feminine, the amount of approval we seek from others or from ourselves, our ability to create balance in our lives, and “just” collaborations.
For the next two weeks, we are invited to go within, and start looking at how much we value ourselves and our one-on-one relationships.
This will help us learn where we need to make space for peaceful collaboration and artful communication. We may also get to reorganize partnerships that we started after Sept. 6th (when Mercury started its pre-Shadow phase).
Ask yourself: How can I bring a more balanced approach to life? What might I want to address from the past that felt imbalanced or disharmonious? What is ready to be cleared? Is there anything that has felt unjust or misaligned with my thinking, that now needs rethinking, retooling, and releasing?
Now, let’s talk about the New Moon/Mars alignment opposing Chiron in Aries: Oppositions can be acted out within relationships — given this, we may get triggered by others and become defensive or touchy.
Resentments or frustrations can surface with this aspect — and someone may be poking at our wounds or pointing out our shortcomings, bringing up our insecurities or secret shame that is connected not only to what is happening at that moment, but also to our past — especially our childhood.
If this happens, as best as you can, locate the original pain or wound, and bring compassion, love, understanding and forgiveness to yourself (and in particular towards your younger Self). Healing can only take place if we are willing to embrace our limitations and love our most vulnerable places.
Ask yourself: How might we be able to support each other on our individual healing journeys? What if taking a compassionate approach towards myself and my goals actually made for more harmonious interactions with others?
Could I allow others to engage with me in a way that facilitates a more holistic exploration of my “persona”? How about vice versa? Could I engage with others in a way that facilitates a more holistic exploration of someone else’s persona, identity, or personal goals?
Now, let’s talk about the New Moon/Mars alignment trining Saturn in Aquarius: Here, we are able to take responsibility for what is durable and sustainable in our communities and collaborations.
The connections we are making over the next four weeks are more likely to be for the long-term. We can bring honesty and realism to the world, see what works and what doesn’t work for us, and are more likely to approach things with integrity.
Ask yourself: If the world needed something from me over the next four weeks, what might that be? What might be possible if I met people half-way? What if it were possible for me to take responsibility for my interactions no matter what shows up?
Now, last but not least, let’s talk about the New Moon/Mars alignment quincunxing Uranus in Taurus: this aspect calls for flexibility, and we might feel some internal discomfort.
Ask yourself: Am I driven by personal resistance and rebellion, or by a desire to positively impact humanity? What might become possible if I could get 5% more comfortable with being uncomfortable?
How might a greater awareness of my own inner balance and harmony (or the lack thereof) create more peace in my interactions with others? What if it led to me being more fully myself and brought others closer?
Venus (the ruler of Libra) is currently in a late degree of Scorpio, and makes a close alignment with the South Node in an early degree of Sagittarius; Venus in Scorpio asks us to find more meaningful and trust-filled connections to others.
With the South Node in Sagittarius, we tend to get attached to our belief systems and the stories we tell ourselves about life — and therefore might also become self-righteous, perhaps even persecute those who differ in their point of view.
Venus is connected to our values and preferences. Therefore, with Venus on the South Node, we are invited to take a look at our values and preferences with greater discernment or awareness and, as always, release anything that is toxic or self-destructive.
Ask yourself: How can I best apply my wisdom in my trusted relationships at this time? What stories am I telling myself about my intimate relationships? My financial collaborations?
What would help me stay open-minded when it comes to values — my own and other people’s? What if I were 5% more willing to incorporate new information that comes my way? What difference might connecting and listening 5% more deeply make?
How could I show my tolerance towards others? Towards life itself? Might a teaspoon of faith support me at this time?
Venus in Scorpio also sextiles Pluto in Capricorn: This aspect brings an opportunity for deeper insights into our relationships and the social structures we want to transform.
Ask yourself: What is my relationship to power? Do I distinguish between power that comes from within, versus power that is connected to external components?
Do I feel empowered in my chosen contributions to society and the world at large? Do I feel comfortable with the social structures that are currently in place — and with the limitations they bring? Could it perhaps be useful to release any fears of scarcity and resulting distrust? Could I put my trust where it is worth putting?
As I mentioned already, Pluto is still Stationing, and therefore very exalted — and this can sometimes cause discomfort. Rather than pushing into that discomfort and creating more of it, or pulling away from it to create more ease, we are being asked to simply “be with it” or “hang out with it”, until the planet picks up speed again around Oct. 21st.
To sum it all up for this New Moon: Life sometimes forces us into dark and difficult experiences, and whenever this happens, we need to keep in mind that the “gold” in any such experience lies with how we evolve as a result.
Ask yourself: Where do I experience major tests around integrity? Boundaries? Social propriety (in other words, the standards that are deemed socially acceptable or appropriate)? Where do I need to take more responsibility? Where do I need to draw the line and say “enough is enough”?
As best as you can, remember you’re always accomplishing things and making progress — even if it’s not visible yet. Self-care is a very important component in this — in fact, without it, we can’t accomplish much, as we’re always behind the eight-ball. Ask yourself: What role does rest and recreation play in my ability to achieve my highest potential? Or in my playing a meaningful part in society?
This New Moon reminds us that all of life is in essence about relationship — our relationship to ourselves, to others, the Earth, and the Universe.
For the next four weeks, do your best to seek empowering relationships without compromising your essential self, values, and future visions — and in turn, empower others to be themselves, and allow them to honor their differences.
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Here is a quote that fits really well with this New Moon:
“There’s been a coup underway for awhile now, a quiet coup happening under the radar, one that’s never reported by the media, one that is far more radical and world-changing than anything history has ever seen. This isn’t a coup that simply overthrows governmental systems or the people in power, but a coup that overturns our very perception of reality. This coup is the overthrow of an idea that led us down this path of suffering and brought us to the brink of ecological catastrophe, an idea that set the stage for every imaginable injustice: the idea of “separateness”… Despite how frightening our present circumstances appear, they are lending immense momentum to this quiet coup that is preparing the way for a new world to arise, a world that reflects the inviolable truth of Love.” — Patricia Pearce
Do you have your Ascendant (or any personal planets) in 11-16 degrees of Libra, Aries, Capricorn or Cancer? If so, you may feel the effects of this Super New Moon more strongly. This is also true for those of us who have our Ascendant or Sun-sign in Leo or Cancer (since the Sun rules Leo and the Moon rules Cancer).
The New Moon is also the best time to set some powerful intentions for this month’s Moon cycle. Intentions are best set soon after the New Moon becomes exact, and definitely not during a Moon void of course phase — so this month, the best time to set intentions would be any time between 7:05am on Oct. 6th, and 1:03am on Oct. 7th, or between 10:22am on Oct. 7th, and 7:05am, on Oct. 8th (New York-Time).
If you live outside the EDT timezone (i.e. US East Coast time), I recommend you join my Facebook Fan-page or follow me on Twitter; I will be posting reminders to let you know when it is time to set your intentions 😉
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by Sonja Francis | Sep 12, 2021 | Astrology Articles, Full Moon
On Monday Sept. 20th, at 7:55pm EDT, the Sun opposes the Moon in 28 degrees of Pisces. The Moon in creative, free-flowing Pisces makes an opposition to the Sun in detail-oriented, practical Virgo — the entrance of the Moon into Pisces on Sept. 18th starts the energetic build up towards this Full Moon — if you are already a Member of my online community, you may also want to watch my video on the subject: click here.
On Sept. 20th, we can ask ourselves: How far have we come since the Sept. 6th New Moon? What can we see now that was not apparent then?
This Full Moon has six planets in Retrograde motion: Jupiter, Saturn, Chiron, Uranus, Neptune and Pluto. This indicates a strong need for inner processing and aligning ourselves with those planetary energies from within. It’s a necessary phase of re-evaluation, restructuring, and letting go.
Things appear to slow down during a retrograde passage, as internal shifts must happen before we can progress; once a planet turns direct, we feel ready to move forward in that area of life.
Three of the six planets I mentioned above will start to go direct in October (Jupiter, Saturn & Pluto), and at that point, we will get the opportunity to bring all of our inner discoveries from the previous 4-5 months to the outside world.
For a more in-depth interpretation of your own chart, in connection with Saturn’s & Pluto’s Station Direct phases, join us live for the Forum on Sept. 17th, or get the mp4-video presentation of the live event. Either way, register here now (unless you are already a Star Member — in that case, you are automatically registered).
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With this Full Moon, we are also dealing with two stationing planets — Mercury & Pluto — Mercury in Libra is preparing to start its 3-week Retrograde phase on Sept. 27th, and is therefore exalted at the time of the Full Moon; Pluto in Capricorn is preparing to end its 5-months Retrograde phase on Oct. 6th, and will be exalted until Oct. 21st.
We are getting ready to retrace our steps (Mercury in Libra), and are seeking empowerment when it comes to our long-term goals or social structures (Pluto in Capricorn).
Now let’s first address this Full Moon’s polarities: The Virgo/Pisces polarity has to do with our ability to connect the head with the heart, logic with intuition, matter with spirit. So the question is: how do we integrate Pisces and Virgo?
This may seem a challenging question, given Virgo’s leaning toward…
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This may seem a challenging question, given Virgo’s leaning toward detailed, analytical understanding, in contrast with Pisces‘ call to open our hearts and allow for all (including things that seem paradoxical to the mind). In fact, on an energetic level there is no separation, everything is interconnected — we need both left- and right-brain (the logical and the creative).
Ask yourself: What if nothing and no one were separate? Appearing to be different, yes, but not separate…
Virgo (which is connected to our mental processes) analyzes, whereas Pisces (which is connected to our intuitive processes) feels, senses.
Virgo seeks physical wholeness, while Pisces reminds us of a greater wholeness — a spiritual wholeness — our interconnectedness with all of life, the allowing of all the mysteries of life.
To be at its best, Virgo aims for practical applications and to be of service, while Pisces learns to listen to inner/intuitive guidance above all else, using its imagination to bring love and light into this world, to sprinkle mystery fairy dust, and to create Paradise on Earth.
When these two archetypes are balanced within, we discern without judgment, serve with an open heart, and improve our daily lives without getting hung up on timing or perfectionism, bringing love and compassion to all of life’s apparent curveballs.
That said, let’s also talk about the shadow side of those signs, as we do with all Full Moons:
Virgo’s shadow side is self-deprecation and judgment; the latter creates separation from others and a split within ourselves. Ask yourself: What if I did 5% less “perfection” and 5% more “process improvement”? What if it were ok to not know everything 100%? Could I be of service to others while also improving my own understanding of things?
How might “making mistakes” be beneficial to me? What if I celebrated “mistakes” as stepping stones to a better life?
Simply observe: Does my inner dialog observe and discern what is productive vs. what is unproductive (i.e. what works or what doesn’t)? Or do I label things as “good or bad”, “right or wrong”?
You could say that Pisces is an antidote to judgment: in its lightest expression, it understands that we are all souls in various states of development, with different paths in the world — we are all love at our core, and everything is ultimately an expression or variation of love.
The shadow side of Pisces is a lack of boundaries, getting lost in illusions, fantasies, and escapism of various sorts (this stems from being highly sensitive, feeling everything, and becoming overwhelmed).
As you may have guessed, the remedy for the Pisces shadow lies in the lighter vibrations of Virgo; these include the ability to focus on what works (versus what doesn’t), to make practical choices, and to make the best use of our daily engagements while taking care of our physical wellbeing.
When the Pisces– and Virgo-energies are integrated, we marry a clear, observant mind with a compassionate and loving heart — a mind in partnership with our intuitive sensing!
Ask yourself: What tools might shift my view of reality from either/or, to both/and? From the mind-activity of “wanting to understand” and “know” to the heart-activity of true understanding?
Let’s look at some of the aspects of this Full Moon:
The Moon in Pisces aligns with Neptune (which is the ruler of Pisces, and has been in its own sign since April 2011). This is a call to extend compassion, acceptance, or forgiveness to family, the “mother archetype”, home, and our past in general (collectively and individually speaking). Unconditional love for our feeling-body and our responses towards the world is also very helpful right now.
We may feel more sensitive — more tuned-in to other people’s feelings or suffering — and this gives us the opportunity to experience the full range of all feelings as they arise, and to sense our interconnectedness with everything around us.
Ask yourself: What would it look like if I allowed the flow of all feelings? If I allowed my heart to soften? Could I be 5% more open to the beauty all around me? How might nature be my teacher in all of this?
If I start to feel overwhelmed by what I am feeling or experiencing, could I simply give myself 10 minutes to connect to nature in some way?
Spiritual practices are also wonderful here, of course (such as meditation, breathing exercises, mindfulness exercises, etc.); the same is true of spiritual/energetic healing modalities like Reiki, “Access Consciousness Bars”, shiatsu, acupuncture, etc. These can all help us tap into the higher vibrations of Pisces (and the Neptune-energy as well).
What else can help us experience our connection to “the all”? The creative flow of dance, singing, music, sound, etc. — and of course, positive emotions such as love, gratitude, and compassion.
The Moon/Neptune alignment in Pisces also sextiles Pluto in Capricorn, and the Sun in Virgo makes a Trine to Pluto.
Let’s start with the Sextile to Pluto in Capricorn: Surrendering our fears about our position in the world and our achievements gets a little easier; we have the opportunity to be guided by inspiration, and feel empowered about a project or task that might serve us long-term, or as a society.
Ask yourself: How might a compassionate heart help me surrender my fears in connection to past trauma or disempowerment? What has been in my face lately when it comes to such fears?
Remember Pluto is stationing at the time of the Full Moon. Again, we will investigate Pluto’s Station phase in more detail during our upcoming Forecasting Forum on Sept. 17th, feel free to join us for that deeper investigation into your own chart. And if you are reading this on or after Sept. 17th, feel free to get the mp4-video presentation of this webinar here.
Is it at least possible that combining my imagination with trust in divine guidance would support me in effortlessly reaching my deep desire for an empowered experience in society?
The Sun’s Trine to Pluto supports clarity around whatever fears, behaviors, or destructive patterns have been holding us back. Ask yourself: How could my discernment and practical decision-making abilities help me manifest a passionate experience of my long-term goals? What empowers me that is sustainable and healthy?
Since the Sun opposes the Moon and Neptune in Pisces, we feel a heightened sense of empathy, creativity, and intuitive connections, over the next two weeks.
The Sun in Virgo also aligns with Mars in Libra. You might ask, how is this possible, if they are not even in the same sign? Since the Sun is in a late degree of Virgo and Mars is in an early degree of Libra, they are less than 6 degrees apart, so even though they are no longer in the same sign, they are still influencing each other.
This alignment gives us the courage to look at what isn’t working and actively collaborate with others to improve our current daily experiences. It also might stir up impatience and frustration when things don’t line up right away. Should this show up for you in the next two weeks, ask yourself: What might shift if I trusted the timing of everything that is currently unfolding?
Mars in Libra trines Saturn in Aquarius and the North Node in Gemini, creating yet another Grand Trine in the Air element (we also experienced this in the last couple of Lunations). Collaboration and conscious connection comes more easily.
Ask yourself: Who might welcome an open-minded, socially responsible, balanced and sustainable collaboration? Where can I build mutual respect with others?
Mercury (the ruler of Virgo) is currently in Libra, and exalted. Mercury squares Pluto in Capricorn (also exalted), and trines Jupiter in Aquarius. Let’s unpack that:
Mercury’s Square to Pluto in Capricorn creates some tension in our lives. We may feel anxious or stressed by one or more situations or interactions concerning one-on-one relationships.
We are being asked to find creative solutions and be completely honest with ourselves and others. The best way to achieve this is by the continual practice of self-care and self-nurturing. Mercury and Pluto are both exalted at the time of this Full Moon, so this aspect will be quite strong!
Ask yourself: How can I empower myself and others 5% more today? How might an increase of Self-care support this desire for empowered conversations and connections? What needs to be said? What doesn’t?
If I observe an “all-or-nothing” attitude in myself, could I give myself permission to relax into the “love-energy” that always resides inside of me? Could I acknowledge first and then release any fears or concerns connected to achievements or relationships?
Mercury’s Trine to Jupiter in Aquarius makes for quite a “heady” and idealistic experience — it’s all about thinking big and innovating. This harmonious connection strengthens our ability to connect and collaborate with others.
Ask yourself: What are my expectations or attitudes towards the collective experience? What new vantage point might show me how to reinvent myself and my vision for “my people”?
Let’s also talk about: Venus in Scorpio making a Square to Saturn in Aquarius, making a Quincunx to Chiron in Aries, and opposing Uranus in Taurus, at the time of the Full Moon. These are all challenging aspects that could potentially create triggers, blockages, or some unexpected pulling away from others.
Venus’ Square to Saturn in Aquarius has us be more cautious when it comes to relationships and finances now. The key is to approach both from a place of deeper emotional authenticity and maturity rather than from attachment to a certain outcome.
Ask yourself: How might slowing down and taking it one step at a time be beneficial for my relationships and my finances right now? What if doing just that would strengthen my approach and make for better results?
Venus’ Quincunx to Chiron in Aries could make social interactions somewhat awkward. We may also have a hard time making financial decisions that feel satisfactory. As best as you can, bring a good dose of compassion and understanding to yourself and embrace your own humanity as much as possible… and remember: like everything else, this is only temporary 😉
Ask yourself: Could I give myself permission to have a human experience? To feel what I am feeling? To be compassionate toward myself and others when feelings come up? To go deeper on my healing journey towards an emotionally authentic place?
Venus’ Opposition to Uranus in Taurus calls us to balance “intimate togetherness” with “having our physical space”.
Ask yourself: If there were a way to fully honor my individuality in my intimate relationships, without needing to pull or push away… what might that way be? Could I shake things up a little, without being oppositional or offensive?
To sum it all up: This Full Moon teaches us about opening our hearts, and places an emphasis on improving all levels of our being. It is important to remember that Spirit is never separate from matter. One informs the other. We are all eternal, spiritual beings, learning how to be human.
Ask yourself: If I knew in advance that all will work out for the best, what would I be willing to endure? What actions would I take? Would doing my own research give me information that is in alignment with my own experience of things? What conclusions might I come to if I trusted my sixth sense?
Over the next two weeks, we are invited to allow for the flow of things and let go of destructive attachments and connections.
Ask yourself: Do I have fears or concerns that keep me from making progress and experiencing inner peace in my life?
Most of all, this Full Moon and the coming months urge us to be spiritual warriors, to consciously face our fears, and know that the ultimate challenge lies within. Fear negatively impacts our decision making capacity and makes us highly susceptible to manipulation and control.
For the next two weeks, ask yourself: How can I best discern between healthy fears, which require an immediate response to avoid harm, and unhealthy fears, which stem from a limited perception of who I am?
As best as you can, stay grounded in love, not fear. Stay curious and open-minded. Be direct without offending others. We are all on an extraordinary, unprecedented evolutionary journey; the faster things appear to happen, the more important it is to slow down.
Ask yourself: What if the greatest gift I could give myself over the next two weeks was the liberation of my heart-energies?
What might change for me if I approached everything from a neutral place, without judgment, “right or wrong”, personal opinions? What if I simply observed, like a scientist?
What if I allowed “the observed” to be exactly what it is, without needing to change it? Maybe even giving it some space?
Remember: Each “now moment” is a “new moment” — and each new moment empowers us to make new choices, if we choose to do so 😉
Again, feel free to also watch my video about this Full Moon (click here to watch)
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Do you have your Ascendant, Career Point (or personal planets) in 26-29 degrees of Pisces, Virgo, Gemini, Sagittarius, or 0-1 degrees of Aries, Libra, Cancer or Capricorn? If so, you are more affected by this Full Moon — this is also true for those of us who have our Ascendant or Sun-sign in Leo or Cancer (the Sun rules Leo; the Moon rules Cancer).
Sonja’s passion is for connecting with people and helping them transform their lives. This led her to train as a life coach, in addition to her lifelong study of Astrology. With her Readings, her coaching and her Soul-Based Astrology Courses she aims to empower and support people in fulfilling their life’s potential and aligning with Soul Purpose.
by Sonja Francis | Sep 3, 2021 | Astrology Articles
On Sept. 6th at 8:52pm EDT, the Moon aligns with the Sun in 14.5 degrees of Virgo, marking the beginning of a new Moon cycle. We started to feel the effects of this New Moon the moment the Moon entered Virgo on Sunday evening (Sept. 5th). Feel free to watch my New Moon video on the subject.
This New Moon has an abundance of planets in Earth & Air signs: the Moon, the Sun, and Mars in Virgo, Pluto in Capricorn, and Uranus in Taurus (all planets in Earth Signs) and then Mercury and Venus in Libra, Saturn and Jupiter in Aquarius, and the North Node in Gemini (Air Signs).
The element of Earth deals with the physical reality of things and usually requires a practical approach. The Air element deals with the mental level; usually we have the ability to look at what’s ideal and how we might create it through connection with others. This means that our focus will be on those things for the next four weeks — on both the individual and collective levels.
I will talk more about this in connection with the planetary aspects of this New Moon chart, but first let’s look at the Virgo energy of this New Moon:
Virgo provides an opportunity to learn about being of service — and what it might mean to strengthen our focus on improving our daily routines — getting organized, for example — and taking care of health matters.
A great way to step into the higher vibrations of Virgo: recognize, as best as you can, that humility, self-improvement, and being of service bring you closer to your inner divinity and your Soul’s path.
Ask yourself: How could I, as a Spirit-being, operate more efficiently in the physical world? Might tweaking my daily routines help me function better in the physical world? Might that also support me in being of service? What benefits might I reap if I could better discern between the essential and the redundant?
This New Moon cycle will thus be a great time to begin…
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This New Moon cycle will thus be a great time to begin new projects that demand attention to detail, list-making, and taking pride in “small” accomplishments. We might start a new health regimen, perhaps by paying close attention to our diet; we could also set up specific routines that help us manage our lives in constructive and mindful ways.
This cycle is all about handling the nitty-gritty details of our day-to-day life in an organized, step-by-step fashion, so we can free our minds of clutter. Where could you use more open space?
Things to watch out for: sweating the details, worrying, and being extra-critical of ourselves and others when something doesn’t get done “right”.
Since the New Moon in Virgo trines Uranus in Taurus, we can ask ourselves: How might new, fresh, and practical ideas create progress in my daily routines? Where might I find something unexpected that changed my relationship to health and wellbeing?
We are able to better connect to anything that requires attention to detail over the next four weeks (until Oct. 6th). We might also perhaps implement revolutionary health routines or other systems in our day-to-day life that support our values and make life more enjoyable.
What might this look like for you?
The New Moon also makes a wide conjunction with Mars in Virgo. This might stir up impatience and frustration when things don’t line up perfectly right away. Should this show up for you in the next four weeks, ask yourself: What might shift if I trusted in the timing of everything that is currently unfolding? What if acceptance of “what is” was key to manifesting my goals? What if the same was true of taking care of my daily routines? Or of my health routines?
This Moon-Sun-Mars combo also makes an Opposition to Neptune in Pisces and a Trine to Pluto in Capricorn.
The Opposition to Neptune invites us to find a balance between the head and the heart. It could also bring up feelings of being ungrounded, overwhelmed or tired. Ask yourself: Am I feeling overwhelmed? Do I get easily distracted? Do I zone out?
If the answer to any of those is “yes”, as best as you can, center yourself in the here and now. Allow yourself to be present, listen to what’s inside of you (beyond the mind), trust your intuitive Self.
Ask yourself: Could I simply tune in for a moment and see if I need to take a break (or at least slow down a little)? Could I be 5% more compassionate and kind to myself and others?
The Trine to Pluto supports clarity around what fears, behaviors, or destructive patterns have been holding us back. Ask yourself: How could my discernment and practical decision-making abilities help me manifest my long-term goals? What if “simplifying my life” supported a deeper, more passionate and authentic connection to my long-term goals?
Mars also quincunxes Jupiter in Aquarius; this calls for some inner adjustments, and we are invited to develop an inner awareness around two very different urges: on the one hand, the desire to engage in our daily routines, observing what works and what doesn’t, making practical improvements accordingly — and on the other, the need to explore our expectations and assumptions around social connections and networks, and our vision for the future.
Ask yourself: Am I being too impulsive or impatient? Restless? What might it look like if I focused my energies towards being of Service? Am I over-analyzing things? Could I allow for experimentation? Is doing more, necessarily better? How might “doing too much” impact my well-being?
Last but not least, the New Moon also squares the current Moon Nodes in Gemini/Sagittarius, which means we are collectively at a crossroads: We are being asked to take a 90-degree turn, to gain a new perspective, to explore different avenues leading to different outcomes, especially in regards to our health routines and daily well-being.
Ask yourself: What beliefs are holding me back from living a healthy life? What do I need to implement in my daily routines so I can be healthy and happy? Could I be open to shifting my perception? Where have I made assumptions or placed blame?
What if I combined a positive attitude towards experimentation with the ability to remain curious? What if I didn’t have all the answers?
Notice when your busy mind distracts you from being discerning. Notice when your beliefs or assumptions take you on a detour away from improving your daily routines. Notice when “being right” becomes more important than “being discerning” or ” being of service”.
When you notice any of the above, ask yourself: Might a moment of silence bring me back to what works in my daily routines? Might it allow me to make better choices for myself? Might it support me in being discerning instead of judgmental?
Mercury, the ruler of Virgo, enters its pre-Shadow phase only 5 hours before the New Moon becomes exact. This means that for most of this Lunation (i.e. the next 4 weeks) we are traveling through territory that will be of significance even past this Moon phase — as we need to revisit certain things during Mercury’s Retrograde phase (Sept. 27th – Oct. 18th).
To find out how you can best use Mercury’s pre-Shadow phase to your own advantage, watch “Mercury’s pre-Shadow phase, Sept. 2021” to see how this relates to your own Birth Chart…
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Mercury, currently in Libra, makes an opposition to Chiron in Aries, and forms a Grand Air Trine with Saturn in Aquarius and the North Node in Gemini. Let’s unpack that:
Mercury’s Opposition to Chiron indicates that we need to find a balance between two very different energies — on the one hand, taking a compassionate approach towards our “persona” and our personal goals — and on the other hand, our need to communicate and collaborate with others in a harmonious way.
Ask yourself: How might we be able to support each other on our individual healing journeys? What if taking a compassionate approach towards myself and my goals actually made for more harmonious conversations with others?
Could I allow others to share something with me that might contribute to a more holistic exploration of my “persona”? How about visa versa? Could I share something with others that might contribute to a more holistic exploration of someone else’s persona, identity or personal goals?
The Grand Air Trine gives us the opportunity to raise our mental vibrations, making it easier to connect with others while staying open-minded, and also helping us stay committed to long-term partnerships or friendships.
Collaboration comes more easily, as long as we remember to be aware, and release any dogmatic or intolerant conditioning from the past. Ask yourself: What collaborations will best serve me over the next four weeks? Where can I build mutual respect with others? Who might welcome a dialogue that is open-minded and with the potential for long-term sustainability?
Venus in Libra makes some important aspects as well: she squares Pluto in Capricorn and trines Jupiter in Aquarius.
Venus’ Square to Pluto indicates that we really want to collaborate with others and play nice, but also feel a deep urge to be authentic and truthful about what we want to build and focus on long-term; we may have to make some changes or adjustments to some long-term goals — and perhaps also some relationships.
As best as you can, be open to receiving feedback from others, while remaining connected to what empowers you from within! If you feel pressured into doing something, or feel a power-struggle building, get as centered and grounded as you’re able, then use your creativity to craft win/win situations.
If you encounter power-struggles, ask yourself: What if this were a major growth opportunity in disguise? Could I let go of wanting to control another person’s experience so I can feel better myself? Could I let go of wanting to be controlled?
When fears or struggles arise, could I trust in the power of love and an open heart (or surrendering to a higher power)?
Remember: Fear is not Truth, it is a feeling based on memory or on “worst case scenarios” (which are speculations about possible futures, not truth).
Venus’ Trine to Jupiter brings a good dose of optimism, faith and a sense of the “bigger picture” to our interactions with like-minded people and also to our one-on-one relationships. We tend to relate to others in a positive (even inspiring) manner; as you can imagine, it is thus much easier to make social contacts.
Ask yourself: What opportunities are opening up to me at this time? What connections might bring about expansion? What if I asked “who” as well as “how”?
To sum it all up: the message of this New Moon is loud and clear: It spotlights how less can be more (clutter, “busyness”, stress), and how this translates into a more satisfying and meaningful life, long-term.
Be Mindful. Dedicate yourself to what’s important with compassion in your heart! Remember that perfection is not a goal, it is a journey!
Ask yourself: What if I favored progress over perfection? How could I release “old” dogmas? What if I discerned what’s truly important to me and focused there for improvements? How do I communicate my thoughts and findings to others?
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When life becomes uncomfortable, simplify and be patient. We are changing and growing in ways that we can’t comprehend right now.
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Also, feel free to watch my New Moon video for a more in depth view.
Do you have your Ascendant (or any personal planets) in 12-17 degrees of Virgo, Pisces, Gemini or Sagittarius? If so, you may feel the effects of this New Moon more strongly. This is also true for those of us who have our Ascendant or Sun-sign in Leo or Cancer (the Sun rules Leo; the Moon rules Cancer).
The New Moon is also the best time to set some powerful intentions for this month’s Moon cycle. Intentions are best done soon after the New Moon becomes exact — and definitely not during a Moon void of course phase.
So this month, the best and most potent time to set intentions would be between 8:52pm (on Sept. 6th) and 3:24pm (on Sept. 7th); and then again from 11:20pm on Sept. 7th until 8:52pm on Sept. 8th (New York-time).
If you live in a timezone other than EDT (that’s the US East Coast time zone), feel free to join my Facebook Fan-page or follow me on twitter. I will be posting reminders on Sept. 6th in the evening, Sept. 7th & Sept. 8th throughout the day, to let you know when it is time to set your intentions 😉
Sonja’s passion is for connecting with people and helping them transform their lives. This led her to train as a life coach, in addition to her lifelong study of Astrology. With her Readings, her coaching and her Soul-Based Astrology Courses she aims to empower and support people in fulfilling their life’s potential and aligning with Soul Purpose.
by Sonja Francis | Aug 16, 2021 | Astrology Articles
On Aug. 22nd, at 8:02am EDT, the Full Moon becomes exact. This is the second of two Full Moons in the Aquarius-Leo polarity within a 30-day period — and if you’ve ever wondered what a Blue Moon is… that’s exactly what we have here! If you are already a Member of my online community, you can click here to watch my video about this Blue Moon 😉
Two consecutive Moons in the same sign is particularly interesting because of the degree in which they become exact — usually an exalted degree — and the current Full Moon becomes exact in 29.5 degrees of Aquarius. This is indeed an exalted degree, because it is the last degree of the sign, and therefore the last chance for any transiting celestial body to express itself before changing signs.
This would indicate a strong urge to complete something — most likely something that started with the first Full Moon in 1.5º of Aquarius on July 23rd — and therefore is connected to social interactions, a desire for progress in connection to our vision for humanity, or our future in general.
The last time we had two consecutive Full Moons in the same sign was in the Spring of 2019, in Libra-Aries — and the last one in Aquarius-Leo was on July 22 & Aug. 20th, 2013 — and the one before that was way back in 2002, on July 24 & Aug. 22nd of that year, to be exact.
Ask yourself: What was important to me in the summers of 2013 and 2002? What of that is asking to be completed over the next two weeks? Where am I looking to transition to the next level?
With any Full Moon, we see things previously hidden, and get a chance to make some changes if we don’t like what we see. Given this, ask yourself: What keeps happening since July 23rd in my social networks or interactions? What needs adjusting? What needs outright change?
Something else that makes this Full Moon chart deeply unusual — even unique, in my experience — is six retrograde planets (bear in mind that there are only 9 planets that can even go retrograde)! So which ones are they? Jupiter, Saturn, Chiron, Uranus, Neptune, and Pluto — all are retrograde at the time of the Full Moon, which means that we have a chance to get more in tune with all of their energies.
Uranus, although retrograde after Aug. 19th, is still stationing/exalted until Sept. 2nd! (go to Aug. 5th – Weekly Forecasts for details, or watch the webinar: “Uranus in Taurus Exalted, August 2021”. I highly recommend this! Click here for more info or to purchase.).
When Retrograde, we access the energies of these 6 planets from…
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When Retrograde, we access the energies of these 6 planets from the inside out, turning our attention towards what is no longer in alignment with our innermost Selves — in other words, it’s inner work: rethink, research, rectify, reduce, repair, restructure, reconcile, release, and/or relinquish. It seems fitting that a “re-trograde” should point us at lots of other “re-” words!
Ask yourself: Is the outside world aligned with my inner world? If the answer is “no”, ask yourself: Where are the gaps? Where are the friction points? Where might I start to close some of those gaps? Where could I move away from what “rubs me the wrong way” and thus creates friction?
What inner changes or growth would let me move forward? Where am I called to repair what’s not working? To release what is no longer viable? To realign with my Soul-intentions?
The more we clear out that inner clutter, the bigger the steps we can take when three of the outer planets move forward in October (Pluto on Oct. 6th, Saturn on Oct. 10th, and Jupiter on Oct. 17th).
Please note that these next six weeks will be especially powerful if your Ascendant or Sun-sign is in Scorpio, Capricorn or Sagittarius.
Remember, doing the inner work is just as important as making progress in the outer world — the “Inner Universe” informs the outer — one cannot happen without the other 😉
We discussed the Aquarius-Leo polarity at length in the first Aquarius Full Moon video, posted in July, click here to hear about that polarity — so for this article, let’s focus on the aspects connected to this month’s Full Moon chart, starting with Mercury:
Mercury yet again plays a major role in this Full Moon chart, making several aspects with other celestial bodies:
First, it aligns with Mars in Virgo, which might speed up our thinking… and lead us to take things more personally, and to speak impulsively.
As best as you can, observe and discern, rather than judge. Consider all the facts, and ask yourself: Would I rather be right or would I rather be happy?
If you find yourself becoming impatient, draw a deep breath into your lower belly, and feel the breath soothing and clearing your mind…
Ask yourself: What if that voice in my head, that narrates and comments on everything, was just an aspect of who I am, or even just something I’m aware of, and not the totality of who I am? And if I’m more than just that voice, what else am I — in other words, what is beyond “thinking”?
Some more questions you can try out: What if that voice was just a program running in, or even just arising in, my conscious awareness? What if I gave that voice 5% less of my focus? What do I notice when I direct that newly spare 5% of attention to this moment, connecting with my direct experience of life, right here, right now?
The Mercury/Mars alignment in Virgo trines an exalted Uranus in Taurus (Uranus being the modern ruler of Aquarius) and Pluto in Capricorn. Here, we are looking to reinvent our relationship to health and our body (trine to Uranus).
We are also being invited to focus on what we actually have control over, and surrender any fears about the outside world and its structures, rules, and regulations — all those things that we do not have control over (trine to Pluto).
Ask yourself: What is healthy for me personally at this time? What works for me? What doesn’t? Could I honor what my body needs, even if it is different from what other people need at this time? If my body had a say in this, what might it be saying to me?
How could I be 5% more discerning about what I accept as true? Where does the information I currently receive come from? Does it empower me or create more fear and anxiety within me or in my environment?
What might a review of my current daily habits show me? How could I work 5% smarter rather than 1% harder? Is there any clutter in my life that is asking to be removed at this time?
The day after the Full Moon becomes exact, on Aug. 23rd, Mercury reaches 19.5 degrees of Virgo and squares the degree of June 10th’s Solar Eclipse. This represents a turning point in our thinking.
As best as you can, observe how this plays out for you, and ask yourself: What needs an adjustment in my thinking or my inner dialog? What creative solutions might clear the way for me to appreciate the differences in opinions that I see or hear — with an open heart?
What intentions did I set at the time of the Solar Eclipse in June? What might I see if I kept both my eyes and my mind open? How might objectivity and flexibility support me at this time?
Mercury also opposes Neptune in Pisces at the time of the Full Moon. This opposition will be exact on Aug. 24th. As best as you can, balance left- and right-brain activities. Ask yourself: What role does intuition play in my “thinking” and “doing”? What about my imagination?
If you identify as a very creative, spiritual person, see if you can bring a dash of a more logical, scientific flavor to the table. If you are generally a very rational, fact-based individual, see if you can add a dash of imagination and creativity. If you are quite balanced in this regard already, observe that balance and get present as to what degree one or the other shows up, depending on what you are doing or thinking.
Now, let’s talk about the Moon/Jupiter alignment in Aquarius! We feel optimistic — and that helps us attract positive circumstances. Over the next two weeks, any and all of the following can serve as vehicles for emotional growth: like-minded affiliations, communities, causes, progress-oriented collaborations, cultural exchanges and education.
Given that we strongly prefer to see the good in the world at this time, this is an excellent time to resolve conflicts, especially those that lie within our various communities, be they online or in-person. Humor can play a big role in our interactions as well.
Ask yourself: Where does all this expansive energy that’s coming through want to go? How might I use it to my advantage? Could I use it to feel more emotionally connected to my communities? To the world?
Our perspective on issues can be delightfully unusual, insightful, and ingenious. As best as you can, explore your beliefs in connection with humanity’s future, and seek for a vision from a larger vantage point.
Ask yourself: What does individual and collective freedom look like to me? What road might lead to greater freedom? What might open up if I became more open-minded? What if I took a 5% more positive attitude towards humanity and individual humans?
Saturn, the traditional ruler of Aquarius, is currently in the sign it co-rules with Uranus, and it trines Venus in Libra and the North Node in Gemini. This creates a Grand Trine in the Air-Element (and a kite configuration with the South Node in Sagittarius).
If we so choose, this Grand Trine will help us raise our vibrations, making it easier to connect with others while staying open-minded, and also helping us stay committed to long-term partnerships or friendships. Collaboration comes more easily, as long as we remember to be aware, and provided we release any dogmatic or intolerant conditioning from the past.
Ask yourself: Who might welcome a dialogue (or even a collaboration) that is open-minded, socially responsible, sustainable? Where can I build mutual respect with others? Could I be 5% more aware of any mental conditioning that has me act in a self-righteous way? Or in a xenophobic way?
To sum it all up: Since we are invited to reinvent our relationship to nature and our physical experience, ask yourself: In what ways could I purify my body, my mind and my spirit? What would clear some space in my daily life for implementing healthy routines?
Now, Aquarius’ spiritual task is the attainment of unity in diversity, the honoring of the uniqueness and equality of each person; the darker, denser side of Aquarius becomes antisocial and hypocritical, with a disconnect between head and heart, word and action.
Ask yourself: What has shown up in these past four weeks in connection with the lighter and denser vibrations of the Aquarian energies? Can I recognize the part I play in all of this?
Am I ready to embrace diversity? To honor the uniqueness and therefore the underlying equality of each person alive? How might a conscious connection between head and heart serve me and my communities?
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Do you have your Ascendant (or any personal planets) in the following: 27-29 degrees of Aquarius, Leo, Taurus, Scorpio, or 0-2 degrees of Pisces, Virgo, Gemini or Sagittarius? If so, you may feel the effects of this Full Moon more strongly. This is also true for those of us who have our Ascendant or Sun-sign in Leo or Cancer (since the Sun rules Leo and the Moon rules Cancer).
Sonja’s passion is for connecting with people and helping them transform their lives. This led her to train as a life coach, in addition to her lifelong study of Astrology. With her Readings, her coaching and her Soul-Based Astrology Courses she aims to empower and support people in fulfilling their life’s potential and aligning with Soul Purpose.
by Sonja Francis | Aug 1, 2021 | Astrology Articles
On Aug. 8th, at 9:50am EDT, the Moon aligns with the Sun in 16 degrees of Leo — in other words, the New Moon will be exact (I recommend you also watch my New Moon video on the subject).
There are several planets that have importance in this New Moon chart: Mercury in Leo, Uranus in Taurus, Saturn in Aquarius, Chiron in Aries, and Mars in Virgo.
Mercury aligns with the New Moon in Leo, making mental engagement an important part of our process for the next 28 days. Mercury also makes several other aspects in this New Moon chart (including a “Yod”), making it especially important for this Lunation.
Uranus is not only exalted in this New Moon chart, it is also once again the Focus point of a T-Square… But more about all of that in a moment; first let’s talk about the New Moon energies:
The New Moon in fun-loving, extroverted, expressive Leo has us looking for heartfelt experiences. It’s important for us to express ourselves, to learn about love — and in particular, to learn about how those things work together to help us create from the heart and from a place of joy.
Think about the keywords for this self-expressed fire sign: “proud, generous, hospitable, caring, warm, authoritative, active, open, fun-loving”… How could you live into those words?
Leo is ruled by the Sun, symbol of consciousness and the unique light we came to shine in this lifetime — this is what we were born to explore and express — so ask yourself: Where could I shine my unique light more brightly? What brings me joy? Not just in general… but in this very moment?
Leo also represents our…
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Leo also represents our creativity: there are as many ways to be creative and self-expressed as there are “selves” — indeed, we are all creators — we create with every thought, word, and action.
Creativity requires innocence, curiosity, courage, and play. To live it out, we must tap into the unique spark inside of us in a joyful way — and allow ourselves the freedom to make mistakes — creativity thrives on love and permission and is stifled by judgment and fear.
Take a moment to contact your “free inner child” — that place inside that is ready to play and create. What might encourage that inner child to come out and play? If you aren’t sure, there’s no need to guess: Try asking it gently and directly…
As I already started to talk about earlier, Mercury closely aligns with the New Moon in Leo, and this encourages us to be more aware of our thoughts and exchanges with others.
This planetary alignment in Leo encourage us to align with our heart and be playful and joyous; we also get an opportunity to connect to our “inner child”, and to children in general.
You might say this builds on an earlier question: What brings me joy? Not just in general… but in this very “moment of now”? What drains my vitality? What energizes me?
What have I always wanted to say? Who have I always wanted to be? What if, just for right now, just as an experiment, I met life with a courageously open heart and mind?
There are other Mercury aspects in this New Moon chart: Mercury opposes Jupiter in Aquarius — and creates a Yod-aspect with Pluto and Neptune.
The opposition to Jupiter invites us to find a balance between our need for fun, laughter, and social connections out there in the world. We are also invited to balance what we think we need to be happy and authentically ourselves, versus social expectations, for example those coming from our networks or communities (both online and local).
Expect a lot of talking and sharing — and possibly some over-thinking or impulsive communication. Impatience is likely a side-effect of this aspect as well, so as best as you can, take the “observer” position toward your mind.
Ask yourself: What benefits might I reap if I started listening to my own thoughts 5% more without needing to do anything about them? Might that contribute to having more joy in my life? Might I be able to see the bigger picture more easily from the observer position? What role could humor play in all of this?
Qunicunxes are aspects that signal inner discomfort and the need for some adjustments. The Yod aspect consists of two Quincunxes, both pointing towards Mercury in Leo, making Mercury the Focus of this aspect. This means the adjustments in question must be made so we can share ourselves authentically, from the heart, even if it feels uncomfortable.
Given this, for the next 28 days, ask yourself: What do I hear when I listen closely to my heart? What do I need to express that is dear to my heart — even when fear is present? Even when it feels uncomfortable to do so?
How can I be courageous in my communications without dominating the conversation? Could I permit myself to get in touch with my inner child — and communicate my truth when appropriate?
Could I refrain from getting attached to things going “my way”? What if “pride” was able to take a back seat? What if I focused on gratitude, giving compliments, connecting to my inner joy, and being playful instead?
Now let’s talk about Uranus for a moment. Why? Because it is exalted at the time of the New Moon! Let me explain: Uranus is moving more slowly, at the time of the New Moon, as it prepares for its Retrograde phase, which begins on Aug. 19th. It will remain exalted until Sept. 2nd!!!
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Uranus highlights where we are called to break old patterns and make radical shifts both collectively and individually.
Ask yourself: What is confronting me at this time around financial freedom? Or around practical-yet-unique approaches to being comfortable and enjoying life? What might need to break down for me to have a breakthrough? Is there anything in my life that I need to approach with “progress” in mind?
Uranus is also once more the Focus point of a T-Square, involving Saturn in Aquarius (of course), and this time, the New Moon in Leo.
All of this creates some tension, but also an invitation both to innovate and to clarify our priorities. We may become anxious or stressed over a situation or interaction involving a group of people, community, or network of people out there in the world.
Since Uranus represents the spiritual principle of freedom, creative thought, innovation, and progress, we are now asked to stretch and grow by taking a look at our individualistic spirit (and our connection to it), so ask yourself: What if all “change” was progress?
With Saturn involved in this T-Square, we are also invited to acknowledge any restrictions or limitations on our creative self-expression, and on our desire for fun and joy.
Ask yourself: If I was able to find creative solutions to my current frustrations, what might those be? What if patience and spaciousness were the key components that are missing? What if the solutions I seek already exist, and I simply needed to wait for the perfect moment to be able to access them?
The solution with all T-squares is to focus on the empty leg — in this case Scorpio — here we are invited to bring our innovative spirit to our intimate relationships and financial partnerships.
Ask yourself: How could I connect to people who appreciate my individualistic approach? What would it take to have spaciousness within my emotionally authentic and trusted connections? What might be possible if I embraced all of me — my light and my darkness?
Accepting each other’s differences is important right now, as we all have different values — and those values create our preferences and determine our comfort zone.
Ask yourself: How could I take differences in values less personally? Is it at least possible that I could honor my own differences without making others wrong for theirs? Could I “hold the space” for other people’s fears and comfort levels just a little more than I currently do?
Chiron in Aries makes a Trine to the New Moon. This creates a supportive environment for healing our insecurities. We can bring greater awareness to our feelings of shame around our wounded masculine energies (for example, not doing enough, not courageous enough, not producing enough, being over-assertive or too aggressive), and any self-deprecating thoughts or behaviors.
Something else that supports healing our insecurities is a sense that we are pursuing a worthy personal goal — this could be something as simple as wanting to follow our heart’s desire, or simply accepting our own human complexities while expressing ourselves creatively or otherwise.
Ask yourself: How open can I be to being courageously myself, with all my sensitivities and insecurities? How complex could I allow myself to be? How about everyone else out there in the world? Could I give others permission to be just as complex?
Lastly, I just want to mention Mars in Virgo, since it is squaring the current Moon Nodes in Gemini/Sagittarius. Squares mark important turning points, where we must make a perceptual shift in order to move forward — and this one is a turning point in our day-to-day activities. We are invited to balance gathering or processing information against going beyond what we have accumulated, to a higher perspective, one that elevates our understanding of our current situation.
Ask yourself: What might become possible for me if I got really clear about what works in my daily routine… and what doesn’t? Could I give myself permission to venture beyond my current daily routine? How might it serve me to adopt a positive attitude towards experimentation? What if I coupled that with simply staying curious?
How do my day-to-day activities contribute to the connection between my mind, body, feelings, and spirit? How do my actions keep me separate from others? From myself? My body? My heart?
And this is a great place for me to invite you also to check out my new Interview Series: “How to Deal with Uncertainty and Change”, where I discuss a holistic approach to life’s challenges with all kinds of wonderful practitioners and teachers.
You can get free access to this series, here on my website or on my Youtube channel. If you haven’t had a chance yet to watch any of the episodes, please check them out, and feel free to post your feedback or a comment — I always appreciate those!
With Mars squaring the current Moon Nodes, we may also feel a pull between introversion and extraversion, or simply between fast and slow; if you feel such a pull, ask yourself: Could I simply tune in for a moment and see if I need to take a break (or at least slow down a little)?
To sum it all up: This New Moon invites us to reconnect to what lights us up, to what we love, and to how we want to express that in the world. It also wants us to consider working within the framework of what is realistic at this time, staying grounded in reality, remaining conscious about what we can and cannot do.
For the next four weeks, I also invite you to pause occasionally and ask yourself these questions: What am I grateful for in my life? How could I express that gratitude? To whom? Could I express my joy directly and honestly? How could I go about engaging others in a joyful dialog that aligns with my inner truth?
If you’d like to explore this more, I recommend you watch my New Moon video for a fuller discussion on the subject 🙂
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Do you have your Ascendant (or any personal planets) in 14-18 degrees of Leo, Aquarius, Taurus, or Scorpio? Or do your Ascendant or Sun-sign in Leo or Cancer? This New Moon may feel stronger to you…
And last, but definitely not least: the New Moon is also the best time to set some powerful intentions for this month’s Moon cycle; the best time for the intention-setting process is soon after the New Moon becomes exact, and definitely not during a Moon void of course phase.
That means the best time to set intentions this month would be between 9:50am, Aug. 8th, and 9:50am on Aug. 10th. The only exception is the roughly 2.5 hours on Aug. 9th, between 8:23am and 10:56am — during that time, the Moon will be Void of Course, which (as noted above) is never a good time to set Intentions. As always, all times are in EDT — the New York timezone.
If you live outside the EDT timezone, and converting timezones isn’t your thing, I suggest joining my Facebook Fanpage and/or following me on Twitter. I will be posting reminders on both platforms on Aug. 8th, 9th, and 10th, to let you know when is the best time to set your intentions 😉
For more info about Setting Intentions, click here.
Sonja’s passion is for connecting with people and helping them transform their lives. This led her to train as a life coach, in addition to her lifelong study of Astrology. With her Readings, her coaching and her Soul-Based Astrology Courses she aims to empower and support people in fulfilling their life’s potential and aligning with Soul Purpose.
by Sonja Francis | Jul 19, 2021 | Astrology Articles
On July 23rd, at 10:37pm EDT, the Full Moon in 1.5 degrees of Aquarius becomes exact. The Moon in freedom-loving, forward-thinking Aquarius opposes the Sun in fun-loving, expressive Leo. If you are already a Member of my online community, you can click here to watch my video about this Full Moon 😉
Uranus in Taurus (the modern ruler of Aquarius), is still in a Square aspect to Saturn (the traditional ruler of Aquarius) in this Full Moon chart. The Moon in Aquarius makes an out-of-sign conjunction with Pluto, and approaches a conjunction with Saturn in Aquarius. There are also three Oppositions and three Quincunxes in this Full Moon chart.
Oppositions require integration and balance, whereas Quincunxes invite us to make some inner adjustments, as we may be experiencing some internal discomfort. Two of those three Quincunxes are inviting us to pay closer attention to our health. These are the major themes of this Full Moon chart and we will address them in detail in a moment.
But first, let’s talk about this Full Moon:
The Moon in Aquarius opposes the Sun in Leo; this highlights the power of our individual creativity and the exponential potency of collaboration. Each of us is invited to reclaim ourselves, and add our voice, heart, and hands to something that has meaning for us.
The invitation here is to dare to be different, and to remember how we are all part of a larger whole. The highest quest of Leo leads to authentic Self-expression: to embody our gifts, shine our light, and live our truth. The highest task of Aquarius, on the other hand, is the attainment of unity in diversity, where everyone’s uniqueness is honored and included.
When we align our head with our heart, we feel our interconnectedness with all of humanity, and we create and connect from love instead of fear. Given that Leo represents our individual self-expression and Aquarius our vision for humankind, a question is raised: How can we best achieve a balance between these two energies? Or perhaps even an integration?
For the next two weeks, we’ll be looking for answers to this question, as we might become more aware that something is out of alignment.
Even the brightest of Full Moons has a shadow side — so let’s take a look at the shadow of both signs involved in this Full Moon — and please note that the shadow side of any sign is usually not as comfortable to look at or easy to embrace.
As always with shadow aspects of ourselves, we need to beware of getting triggered and jumping to conclusions; we need to make sure we take time to respond rather than react. So here are the shadow sides of this Full Moon — let’s start with Leo’s shadow side:
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So here are the shadow sides of this Full Moon — let’s start with Leo’s shadow side:
Leo’s shadow can show up as self-centeredness or narcissism — picture a child that cannot see beyond itself, is not aware of other people in the room, and cannot look past the current moment to the consequences down the line.
Ask yourself: Where in my life do I take things too personally? If I’m being completely honest, have I ever created drama when I couldn’t see a way to possess what I desire? Where do I tend to be self-indulgent? What role does pride play?
In order to develop a healthy connection to our inner child, we must learn to keep an open heart and let ourselves be playful and creative; we must also learn to express our needs and desires, so we can have open, authentic conversations with other people. This requires courage and self-confidence.
So ask yourself: What if I expressed myself with 5% more courage? What might open up if I did that with my heart as my center? What might my world look like if I allowed my light to shine just 5% brighter?
Now let’s look at Aquarius’s shadow side: this can show up when we get overly attached to the mind and its functions, especially idealized visions, rigid thinking about the future, etc. “Headiness” kicks in and the mind’s activity goes to an all-time high.
The shadow side of Aquarius may hold lofty ideals, but leave us unaware how we ourselves must “be the change we wish to see in the world” — instead, we want others to be that change 😉
The classic setup here sees us disconnecting from inner moment-to-moment joy for the sake of improving our future, “humanity”, or “the world at large” — the latter two stem from Aquarius’s association with group-consciousness and group-mind.
We might also shy away from standing out, from a fear of rejection or ostracism, so ask yourself (and be really honest with yourself here): How have I avoided following my heart so I can “keep in with the crowd” or a particular group of people? What might I do differently if I gave 5% less energy to fears of ridicule or rejection?
As mentioned earlier, we are invited to balance and integrate the two polarities involved — we are, in fact, invited to merge them to bring about a brighter future for humankind, so ask yourself: What would it look like if I gave the go-ahead for that merger? What if I chose, right here and now, to contribute to humanity from a courageous, heart-centered, and authentic place? What if I simply chose that, right now?
This also means it’s important to be especially aware and responsible when connecting with others; as best as you can, therefore, get present and ask yourself: What am I bringing forth? What are my intentions? Am I coming from love and the heart? Or fear and survival?
Now let’s take a look at some of the aspects of this Full Moon chart: Let’s first start with the rulers of Aquarius: Saturn & Uranus.
As we have already discussed several times this year, Saturn and Uranus make a long-term Square to each other that will last, off and on, until December of 2022.
Since we have already been dealing with this aspect since January of this year, ask yourself: What did I learn since January about myself, others, or society as a whole, in connection with spaciousness? How about when it comes to Freedom? Differences? Allowing myself to feel uncomfortable?
In general, Squares to Uranus require a major shift in our priorities and strategies; sudden changes and even radical breaks with the past are possible right now, potentially shaking us out of stagnant patterns. Ask yourself: Where might a new chapter in my life be waiting to open? What ideas and insights hint at that opening?
The Saturn-Uranus aspect asks us to stretch a little (or a lot) individually and collectively. We are invited to stay detached in our social dealing with others — honoring our own individuality without making anyone else wrong for being different or “themselves”, or having different preferences.
Ask yourself: Where do I need to “think outside the box”? Could I simply “hold space” for things to reorganize themselves physically? How about mentally? Could I allow for this to happen slowly? Without needing to rush into anything? Without pushing others or myself?
Uranus in Taurus will start to feel more exalted from Aug. 5th on, as it is preparing to come to a halt for its yearly Retrograde phase; this will also bring more attention to the Saturn-Uranus Square.
We will talk in more detail about the exalted Uranus in Taurus, as well as the Square, in relationship to our own birth charts, in my next Forecasting Forum on July 23rd at 2pm ET/7pm London-time.
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Now back to this Full Moon chart:
The Moon in Aquarius makes an out-of-sign conjunction with Pluto, and approaches a conjunction with Saturn in Aquarius.
Pluto’s involvement, in this Full Moon chart, could foster an all-or-nothing attitude over the next two weeks towards our long-term goals, or our standing in society — in fact, we might become obsessed with those things — and/or a fear of “losing control”.
It’s important to stay heart-centered and grounded — engage tools or people, where possible, to help you let go of your fears and surrender to the Soul-power that resides within you.
If you get obsessed about your accomplishments out there in the world, as best as you can, remind yourself to slow down and take breaks. Ask yourself: Am I driven by fear or love/passion? If fear, worry, concerns, etc. are present, could I simply acknowledge that experience?
If fear shows up, close your eyes, and ask yourself: Is what I am afraid of real right now, or is it a projection into the future? If so, could I let go of “wanting” (aka “expecting”) to create this future for myself? Could I choose more powerfully? Could I choose a future that allows me to feel empowered, no matter the circumstances?
With Saturn’s involvement in this Full Moon chart, we are invited to focus on a long-term vision for our communities that involves a mature and realistic approach — so as best as you can, take your time, and do your best to come from a place of integrity.
Ask yourself: What visions do I have for my various communities – locally or online? Could I stay open to bringing in some new structures, so I can fulfill my vision and create something sustainable?
Now let’s talk about the three Quincunxes in this Full Moon chart: these aspects require a subtle but significant shift in how we perceive and do things via an inner adjustment on our part.
The Moon in Aquarius quincunxes Venus in Virgo; this shows that there are some internal struggles or that adjustments need to be made — we may feel conflicted at times, as we are feeling an internal pull in some very different directions — on the one hand, the desire to gain clarity about what’s important to us on a daily basis, health-wise — and on the other hand, the need to make progress and connect to like-minded people about our collective future.
Other areas of focus: Personal, practical things vs. social, idealistic visions; discerning between what works now vs. progress for the future (or future generations).
Ask yourself: What works for me in my daily health routines? What doesn’t? What do I see now, that I can implement, that I couldn’t before?
Where am I called to make a difference? What could I, as an individual, do for humanity? And how might “group consciousness” help humanity make progress? Where might I begin?
Awareness is key with this aspect: What is needed? And when? How can we take the higher path?
The Sun in Leo quincunxes Jupiter in Pisces: Here, we may want to have some fun, but also explore our connection to our inner divinity. We may want to express our extroverted, creative side, but we also need to expand our ability to tune in to our intuitive inner voice.
Ask yourself: What do I hear when I get really quiet? Am I resting enough? How much fun is too much? What is needed? And when?
Both of these aspects could impact our health and wellbeing if we are not willing to make the necessary adjustments.
And last but not least, Mars in Leo quincunxes Pluto in Capricorn. This feels a little uneasy. We need to develop an inner awareness around our two seemingly opposite pulls: on the one hand, a strong desire to accomplish; on the other, our need for play and fun.
We are asked to bring awareness to whatever it is we feel most passionate about. Check and see: Am I after laughter and joy? Or intense and authentic emotion? What pressures or fears are present at this time?
As best as you can, make adjustments as needed, and drop any self-judgment. This aspect is more emotional in nature and requires a transformative approach. Go deep, use an open heart and conscious awareness to illuminate what is coming to the surface.
Now let’s also talk about the two other oppositions besides the Full Moon/Moon-Sun opposition in Aquarius-Leo:
Oppositions always resonate back to the conjunction of the planets involved. We are looking to see how far we have come since that conjunction. For example, with the Full Moon we are looking back to the previous New Moon, to see what has developed since then.
Venus in Virgo opposes Jupiter in Pisces. This opposition goes back to their conjunction on Feb. 11th of this year, in Aquarius.
Ask yourself: What has developed in my social connections since February? What am I realizing now about those connections? What requires balance and integration when it comes to the ideas and visions that have been initiated since February? What is asking for discernment? What is asking for faith and trust in the divine unfolding of things?
With Jupiter involved in this aspect, we might be feeling overly-optimistic or -enthusiastic, and we might also have a tendency to overestimate our personal or financial capabilities.
Ask yourself: How can I bring 5% more moderation to my physical and spiritual relationship with myself and others? Do I have realistic expectations of myself and others? How about my finances? How discerning do I need to be? What about my health?
How can I follow my spiritual compass and still make practical choices? What daily routines might support my spiritual growth and my physical wellbeing?
Mercury in Cancer opposes Pluto in Capricorn. This opposition goes back to their conjunction on January 4th of this year, in Capricorn.
Ask yourself: What has developed in my career (or in regards to my long-term goals) since January? What am I realizing now about my long-term goals or commitments out there in the world? What requires balance and integration when it comes to my inner and outer world?
With Pluto involved in this aspect, intense conversations and connections feel more “real” than superficial ones; we want to dig out the truth about our feelings and the world we’ve built. However, we also want to be quite aware of whether we empower ourselves and/or others in our interactions — for example, taking things too personally is not recommended.
Ask yourself: How might a focus on nurturing myself feel empowering to myself and others? Could I allow myself to go deeper and tap into my true inner power? One that allows me to keep my heart open? One that allows me to see that all things — the good, the bad, and the ugly — ultimately are part of the creative process, a part of our personal evolution?
Lastly, I also want to mention a harmonious aspect between Mercury in Cancer and Neptune in Pisces: This aspect supports imaginative thinking and the ability to connect our day-to-day mind with our intuition. Compassion and inner knowing can be a big part of this aspect as well. This will certainly be of help to us when engaging with others.
Ask yourself: What do I sense about how my words land with others? What subtle signals am I receiving from others? Am I more aware of mine and others sensitivities? What role might compassion play in my communications and interactions with others?
To sum it all up: This Full Moon highlights the archetypes of individuality and diversity, creativity and collaboration, passion and progress. It urges us to remember we all have an important part to play in humanity’s evolution — that we were born for this challenging transition on Planet Earth.
“We have the opportunity to move from a culture of Separation to a culture of Inter-being… After building civilization after civilization on a premise of fear and separation, it is time for humanity to step into a new way of being.” — a Quote by Charles Eisenstein, an American public speaker and author of Sacred Economics. His work covers a wide range of topics, including the history of human civilization, economics, spirituality, and the ecology movement. Key themes explored include anti-consumerism, interdependence, and how myth and narrative influence culture.
A lot of us are waking up to the reality that everything is interconnected, and that life is meant to be lived from a holistic place that includes the heart, the head… in fact, all of who we are: physical, mental, emotional, and spiritual.
This is also the reason why I created my new Interview Series… if you haven’t watched it before, I invite you to check out the latest interview I did with Yvette Lenhart, a Pilates Instructor & Efficient Full-Body Workout Trainer. Yvette is also co-founder of Strength & Serenity® Wellness Retreats.
I believe it is deeply valuable, in times like these, to surround ourselves with people that have a holistic approach to life.
Having a holistic approach doesn’t mean we compartmentalize the uncomfortable, but rather that we embrace all shadows and imperfections — you might call it “Being Human” 😉
When uncertain, ask to be shown the next step — and at all times, do your best to listen to your body, be extra kind to yourself and others.
And always remember: If you look into your own heart and see the strength and love lying there, you can begin to reclaim yourself, remember your divinity and interdependence, choose love over fear, and lift yourself and humanity out of the old paradigm of separation and scarcity.
Ask yourself: What role do I wish to play at this pivotal time on Earth? Could I be open to the people, places, and situations that will guide me and bring me the next clue? Could I suspend my brilliant theories about the way the world works or used to work? Could I accept the possibility that what I have learned in the past may not be the most reliable guide to understanding the new way of life that is unfolding?
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Do you have your Ascendant (or any personal planets) in the following: 0-4 degrees of Aquarius, Leo, Taurus, Scorpio or 29 degrees of Capricorn, Cancer, Aries or Sagittarius? If so, you may feel the effects of this Full Moon more strongly. This is also true for those of us who have our Ascendant or Sun-sign in Leo or Cancer (the Sun rules Leo; the Moon rules Cancer).
Sonja’s passion is for connecting with people and helping them transform their lives. This led her to train as a life coach, in addition to her lifelong study of Astrology. With her Readings, her coaching and her Soul-Based Astrology Courses she aims to empower and support people in fulfilling their life’s potential and aligning with Soul Purpose.
by Sonja Francis | Jul 3, 2021 | Astrology Articles
On July 9th at 9:17pm EDT, the New Moon becomes exact in 18 degrees of Cancer; this is the beginning of a new Moon cycle. Feel free to watch my New Moon video on the subject.
This New Moon has a lot of aspects to other planets in this New Moon chart, especially much slower moving ones — including Chiron, Uranus, Neptune and Pluto. Whenever a faster moving body links up with slower, outer planets in close aspect, the collective desire for change increases. But first let’s talk about the Cancer archetype:
Cancer is the first water sign of the zodiac, as such, it relates to the development of the “emotional body” — so this Moon cycle will continue to amplify feelings, instincts and needs.
Our feeling nature has been denied and suppressed for millennia, but we have begun to embrace it more fully — feelings are an essential source of information about our true needs — they are a dashboard that tells us what is healthy for us. When we don’t heed the information, we become dependent on others for validation and direction, or get lost in addictions and distractions.
With this New Moon occurring in protective, introverted Cancer, we’ll surround ourselves with quality and safety; we can expect anything connected to home, family, real-estate, or childhood issues to be heightened in our awareness for the next four weeks.
In Cancer, this New Moon highlights the importance of listening to our feelings, focusing on Self-care, healing old wounds from the past, and releasing unhealthy patterns that keep us stuck in the past.
Cancer is all about supporting and protecting life, but many of us are conditioned to ignore our bodies and our environment — along with our inner life, feeling-bodies, and emotional/spiritual connection to other life forms.
This creates a disconnect not only from our true selves but also from the rest of the world. Many of us tend to put little value on emotional intelligence, but it’s very hard to have meaningful, authentic connections without it — and it begins with…
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Many of us tend to put little value on emotional intelligence, but it’s very hard to have meaningful, authentic connections without it — and it begins with self-connection and self-awareness.
Ask yourself: What might I do differently if my feelings were just little children that wanted to be heard? What price might I be paying for denying or suppressing their little voices?
Could I simply allow myself to feel my feelings without needing to understand them? Without needing to know why I am feeling what I am feeling? Without launching into problem-solving? If nothing else, could I try this out as an experiment, just to see what might transpire?
And here’s a bonus question: What would the mother-archetype do?
The Cancer energy is also connected to family, home (this could be a physical or emotional “home”) — a shift with past issues around feeling “at home”, “safe” or “nurtured”– both internally and in the world.
Internally, this is about being more rooted in our physical-emotional bodies, and allowing ourselves to explore and celebrate the mother-archetype both within and without — this would be things archetypically “mother-related”, like giving and receiving nurturing, caring for ourselves in terms of our emotional and physical state, and so on.
Ask yourself: Am I rooted in fertile ground? Am I thriving? What else do I need to flourish and grow? What has changed for me in the past 3 years in that regard? How does Self-care show up in my life now vs. then?
Now, let’s talk about some of the aspects of this New Moon chart:
The New Moon in Cancer makes a square to Chiron, the Wounded Healer. This aspect asks us to stretch and grow — challenging us to mend the wounded masculine in ourselves.
Chiron is also quite exalted at the time of the New Moon — due to its Station phase, it is slowing down as it gets ready to start its yearly 5-month Retrograde phase, on July 15th. Chiron’s exalted energy makes this aspect more acute.
For more info about Chiron’s Station/Retrograde phase in Aries — and how it all relates to your own birth chart, watch my webinar on the subject. It’s only available until July 23rd, so get it now! ==> Click here for more info or to purchase.
So, let’s talk about this Square to Chiron: on the one hand, we want to connect to what’s familiar and stay in our comfort zones; on the other hand, we are asked to be courageous and heal issues connected to anger, violence, or our sexual identity.
As best as you can, take this as an opportunity to make space for feeling vulnerable or emotional without seeing yourself as weak or “less than”. It is perfectly ok to be yourself, and that may involve feeling insecure once in a while — so give compassion and love to yourself and others. After all, we are all human…
If we can allow the inner masculine (taking action, being assertive, etc.) to protect and co-create with the feminine (allowing for feelings to move through, receiving, etc.), we will go further than we can imagine.
Ask yourself: Where does the wounded masculine cry out for my compassionate awareness (or even my care)? What if I gave it also to those who have not been able to model the masculine energies in an “acceptable” way? What if I extended that even to myself, if and when I fall into that category? Even if I get triggered? What needs my compassion or even my love? What needs to heal?
Remember: Anger can be a reaction to a boundary violation, and/or a cover for another emotion — often fear, sadness, or shame.
What if I gave myself permission to make space both for healing around my self-identity (in other words, for recognizing the limitations around my persona), and for taking care of home or family issues?
The New Moon also sextiles Uranus in Taurus; this brings an opportunity to see things from a different perspective, or to put a new spin on our old thinking. We like to connect in unusual ways and group activities or brainstorming sessions with like-minded people could generate amazing insights.
This may also be a good time to find a unique or global approach to financial matters and thereby also reach a sense of emotional security.
Ask yourself: What can I see now that I wasn’t able to see, even just six weeks ago? How might connecting to others in unusual or new ways create a better future for all of us, and for this planet?
The New Moon also trines Neptune in Pisces. This supports our “flow states” and emotional connection to others; spiritual and creative endeavors are favored with this combo. Our capacity for compassion is quite strong as well, both toward ourselves and others, and we are feeling especially intuitive.
Ask yourself: When I tune into myself, to what do I feel connected? What if I tune into life itself? What from my past is asking to be released? Where is it time to open myself up fully on an emotional level?
What if the whole Universe was intelligent? What if that included every cell in my body? How might resting, trusting, and allowing benefit me, over the next four weeks?
And lastly the New Moon also opposes Pluto in Capricorn: we may take an all-or-nothing attitude toward others, this could drive some tension or oppositional behaviors, so as best you can, remain flexible and practice self-care — take good care of your emotional and physical body — that way, you’ll remain able to empower yourself and others.
As best as you can, trust what resonates, what rings true, what empowers and connects — rather than what agitates and polarizes.
Ask yourself: What is my motivation around achieving something out there in the world? How about at home? Where might the balance point be between home/family and career/long-term goals? How might a deep focus on self-care or emotional authenticity serve me at this time? What needs to transform so I can feel more empowered?
The powerful fixed T-Square that I mentioned in the last Full Moon video is still active in this New Moon chart; the only difference is that now Venus has joined Mars in Leo. Venus can act to soften Mars’ aggressiveness, or Mars can make Venus’ romantic impulses more forceful and pressing. We are more able to combine warmth with energy, and since this alignment is taking place in Leo, having fun is key.
The last time we experienced this alignment was in August 2015. Was there a new beginning back then, in regards to your feminine and masculine energies? What has shifted for you since then? What is the inner feminine/Goddess saying to you now?
The T-square between Uranus, Saturn, Mars and Venus challenges us to face long standing issues. Beware of impatience and jumping to conclusions. As best as you can, go for what’s best for all concerned.
Here are some coaching questions for the T-Square: In what ways am I currently growing? Maturing? How does this look in the collective experience?
What am I ready to innovate or change about my body? My values? My self-value? What if patience and spaciousness were the key components that are missing?
Where do I need to follow my own individualistic values? What would it look like if I gave myself and others the space we all deserve and need at this time?
What role does freedom play in my intimate relationships? Could I hold the space for other people’s fears and comfort levels?
To sum it all up: this New Moon reminds us that to be a “successful human being” we must take really good care of our emotional and physical well-being.
For the next four weeks, sort out your life, sift out goals or plans that feel disempowering or inauthentic, and become more truthful with yourself. Go deep with this, as being superficial at this time won’t work; ask yourself: Would I rather feel safe or empowered? Might I feel at least a little more empowered when focusing on what I truly, actually have control over? How about focusing on what feels authentically in alignment with myself?
Note that others are dealing with this as well — if you encounter disempowerment, fear or resistance in your various relationships, remember that they too are dealing with a multitude of energies at this time. Go deeper in your understanding with them rather than on the defensive!
As best as you can, empower yourself and others, be authentic, kind and compassionate. The world actually needs people that know how to nurture themselves, people who honor their feeling-body, people with a healthy center who follow their inner compass! Now more than ever!
Also feel free to watch my New Moon video on the subject.
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Do you have your Ascendant (or any personal planets) in 16-20 degrees of Cancer, Capricorn, Aries, or Libra? If so, you may feel the effects of this New Moon more strongly. This is also true for those of us who have our Ascendant or Sun-sign in Leo or Cancer (the Sun rules Leo; the Moon rules Cancer).
The New Moon is also the best time to set some powerful intentions for this month’s Moon cycle. Intentions are best done soon after the New Moon becomes exact — and definitely not during a Moon void of course phase.
So this month, the best and most potent time to set intentions would be any time between 9:17pm (July 9th) and 12:10pm EDT, on July 10th; and then again from 8:21pm (July 10th) until 9:17pm EDT on July 11th.
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If you live in a timezone other than EDT (US East Coast-time), I recommend you join my Facebook Fan-page or follow me on twitter, as I will post reminders on July 9th, 10th and 11th to let you know when it is time to set your intentions 😉
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by Sonja Francis | Jun 18, 2021 | Astrology Articles
On June 24th, at 2:40pm EDT, the Moon opposes the Sun in 3.5 degrees of Capricorn. This Full Moon also marks the end of Eclipse season. Yay! We have received our consciousness upgrades and can now move forward with any intentions we set mid-June. For all my Members: If you’d like to learn more about this month’s Full Moon, click here to watch my video
This Full Moon has heightened effects on us for many reasons: first, it is a “SuperFull Moon” (i.e. the Moon is at its closest distance to the Earth).
Secondly, lots of planets are involved in this Super Full Moon chart — Saturn, Neptune, Jupiter, Mercury, Chiron, Uranus, and Mars — and all play an important role, so buckle up!
We have three planets that are stationing (and thus exalted) at the time of this Full Moon — Neptune, Jupiter and Mercury — indicating that something is in our face and demands our awareness; we must pay attention to whatever comes up in connection with those energies.
In addition, we have a fixed T-Square and a Grand Fire Trine in this Full Moon chart, as well as four oppositions, all positively aspected by one of those planets mentioned above (Saturn, Jupiter, Neptune, Chiron and Mars). More details in a moment…
First, let’s take a look at the polarities involved in this Full Moon: The Moon in practical, accomplishment-oriented Capricorn opposes the Sun in protective, feeling-oriented Cancer.
We have a heightened sense that something must be brought into balance and reintegrated; the balance in question is between the connection we have to our feelings and emotional needs, plus our ability to feel emotionally connected to others (symbolized by Cancer), versus our outer obligations or material, practical goals out there in the world (Capricorn).
It’s important to realize that our long-term goals need our attention — and that they could be the very thing that might bring the fulfillment and inner stability we seek. A realistic approach will work best here!
Ask yourself: Where might the balance point be between the demands of my inner and outer life? If I listened 5% more closely to my feelings, my body, and my intuition, might I be able to find that balance point more quickly?
Capricorn seeks to develop an internalized sense of authority and responsibility. This Full Moon is therefore asking us to look closely at how we balance taking care of ourselves (Cancer), versus how we want to contribute to the world at large (Capricorn) — in other words, where we have reached our limit, and where we need to set some priorities.
Ask yourself: What importance does nourishment have in my life? Do I know when I feel nourished? Physically? Emotionally? Spiritually? Mentally? Do I feel a connection with all of life? What’s keeping me separate, limited, or in fear? Could I be honest about that? And once I have acknowledged what that might be, could I decide to let it go, just for right now?
Any Full Moon also has us look more closely at the denser vibrations or shadow components of the energies involved. With Cancer, this is our ability to…
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With Cancer, this is our ability to receive, and to feel safe from within — but what protected us in the past may no longer be the answer, as our needs may have changed over time.
Ask yourself: Where am I holding on simply out of familiarity? What do I need to feel safe in the world?
What if self-care led to self-alignment? What if the same were true of nurturing my feeling body? Given those possibilities, might it be worth spending 5% more time and energy on self-care, just as an experiment?
With Capricorn, we need to take a look at those parts of ourselves that are domineering, rigid, unforgiving, self-servingly ambitious, status-seeking, and hierarchical.
As best as you can, be really honest with yourself, and ask: What is my relationship to “control”? Where do I try to control life? Other people? Where do I control myself by suppressing my needs or feelings? Is it at least possible that a slower step-by-step approach might improve my ability to be present to what’s needed in the moment?
Let’s take a look at some other aspects of this FM chart, starting with the Moon’s Ruler: The rulers of Capricorn (Saturn) is in Aquarius at the time of the Full Moon.
Saturn trines the North Node in Gemini and sextiles the South Node in Sagittarius, giving us an opportunity to deal with the Gemini/Sagittarius polarity by setting healthy boundaries and taking responsibility for our part in the collective story and journey.
Ask yourself: What are some sustainable, realistic goals I could set in my communities or with like-minded people? How might focusing on the part I play in the collective journey — and taking responsibility for my own limitations — create a better dialog with others out there?
This quote from David Spangler’s Newsletter felt very apropos to what’s going on right now energetically speaking: “We shape our world by the questions we ask—and by those we fail to ask. It may be that as we move forward into our future, the truly Big Questions will become “How Might I Help?” and “What Can We Do Together?” or “How Can We Collaborate?” These are the questions that form connections and foster participation. I think of them as “partnering” questions. Answering them enables us to build community and get things done. They open the door to collaboration that can help resolve challenges with grace and skill, creativity and resilience. If we want to build a better world for ourselves and our children and grandchildren, it’s the “Partnering Questions” that will help shape it into being.”
Saturn is also part of a T-Square in this Full Moon chart: Uranus in Taurus as the Focal point, squaring Mars in Leo (on one side) and Saturn in Aquarius (on the other side). So let’s unpack all of that:
All of this creates some tension, but also an invitation to innovate and also to clarify our priorities. We may feel anxious or stressed by a situation or interaction involving a network of friends or like-minded people. It’s a time when it’s especially good to be aware of our limitations and reactions.
We are asked to stretch and grow by taking a look at our individualistic spirit — and in what way we feel connected to that (Uranus represents the spiritual principle of freedom, creative thought, innovation, and progressive change). We are also invited to acknowledge any restrictions or limitations that we are experiencing in our creative self-expression of ourselves, our desire for fun and joy in life.
Ask yourself: What if I thought of all “change” as progress? What would it look like if I gave myself and others the space we all deserve and need at this time?
Taking Taurus into account, together with the fact that Uranus has been squaring Saturn since January of this year already, we can see that we are being invited to reinvent ourselves on a physical level (our bodies, our planet, etc.)
Since Uranus is feeling the stress of Saturn and Mars, we may experience limitations around our physical freedoms and what we value, as well as frustrations with financial innovations, and challenging situations within our networks or communities.
Ask yourself: What am I ready to innovate or change about my body, my values, my self-value? What if patience and spaciousness were the key components that are missing? Where do I need to follow my own individualistic values?
What if I was able to find creative solutions to my current frustrations? What if these solutions already existed and I simply needed to wait for the perfect moment to be able to access them? In what ways am I currently growing? Maturing? Achieving Self-mastery?
The solution with all T-squares is to focus on the empty leg — in this case Scorpio — here we are invited to bring our innovative spirit to our intimate relationships and financial partnerships.
Ask yourself: Could I use my divine spark, my unique talents, to create financially beneficial partnerships? Who might be interested in investing in a brand-new approach to accessing the planet’s resources?
What stirs me to innovate? How could I connect to people who appreciate my individualistic approach? What would it take to have spaciousness within my emotionally authentic and trusted connections to others? What might be possible if I embraced all of me — my light and my darkness? What role does freedom play in my intimate relationships?
Accepting each other’s differences is important right now, as we all have different values — and those values create our preferences and determine our comfort zone. Ask yourself: How could I take those differences less personally? Is it at least possible that I could honor my own differences without making others’ wrong? Could I hold the space for other people’s fears and comfort levels?
The Grand Fire Trine in this Full Moon chart involves Chiron in Aries, Mars in Leo, and the South Node in Sagittarius (creating a kite configuration with the North Node in Gemini).
“Healthy Fire” is fed by joy, authenticity, and self-determination. The Grand Trine brings optimism, enthusiasm, and expansion to our healing journey, creative projects, and explorations beyond our current thinking. Our positive attitude helps us take risks that get us unstuck — and we have the vigor to blast through challenges.
Ask yourself: What could I tackle right now that seemed impossible in the past? What am I passionate about? What lights my fire?
The Kite configuration points to the North Node in Gemini, inviting us to communicate, rather than making the assumption that others already know (or “should” know) what’s required or needed of them. Ask yourself: What needs to be said? Even if it seems obvious to me….
Mars in Leo is part of both the Grand Trine/Kite and the T-Square mentioned above; Mars therefore becomes an important component in the Full Moon chart, inviting us to take risks and pursue actions that bring us joy. Practicing active gratitude is beneficial to us at this time. As best as you can, be aware when taking a prideful stand, or taking something too personally.
Ask yourself: Would I rather be happy or defend my pride? How could I take things 5% less personally when dealing with others? What if I were 5% less attached to having things “go my way”?
How might my focusing on what I am grateful for create more ease and joy? What might keep a smile on my face, no matter what?
As mentioned earlier, this Full Moon chart has three stationing planets; two of those have already changed direction by the time the Full Moon becomes exact, but are still exalted (moving slowly).
The first one is Jupiter in Pisces, which starts its 4-month Retrograde phase on June 20th, and which will be exalted until June 27th. This brings our awareness to our heart-centeredness and invites us to take a look at our beliefs around separation and oneness.
Ask yourself: How separate from others do I feel? How connected? What might be possible if I allowed myself to keep an open heart and mind when it comes to the energetic world? What about other realms beyond the physical world?
Jupiter in Pisces also sextiles the Moon and trines the Sun, giving us an opportunity to deal with the Capricorn/Cancer polarity by expanding our perspective beyond the material world and our past understanding of things. We are invited to bring a more intuitive approach to our long-term goals, and allow for compassionate connections with our loved ones and family relations.
Ask yourself: What are some perspectives or attitudes that I can now release, so I can experience a closer connection to loved ones and a more trusting approach to my accomplishments in the world? How might expanding my perspective beyond the material world and my past understanding of things help me grow?
The second planet that is exalted at this time is Mercury in Gemini. Mercury ends its 3-week Retrograde phase only two days before the Full Moon becomes exact (on June 22nd). It will be exalted until June 28th. This brings our awareness to our mental exchanges with others and we are invited to remain curious and open-minded.
Ask yourself: How might a dash of curiosity support my interactions with other people? What about when it comes to processing information that I read or hear about? What might an open mind do for me then?
Since Mercury enters it’s Post-Shadow phase on June 22nd (until July 7th), we could use this as an opportunity to go over anything that came up during the Retrograde phase (May 29th – June 22nd).
Ask yourself: What is ready to move forward? Where can I now make a decision that feels aligned with my inner thoughts? Where (or with whom) am I ready to talk something over that was initiated during the Retrograde dates?
Lastly, Neptune in Pisces is moving slower as well, as it prepares to come to halt and start its 5-months Retrograde phase on June 25th (only one day after the Full Moon becomes exact!) Its preparation for the Retrograde phase amplifies the call to release whatever is no longer in the best interest of all concerned so we can move into a heart-based experience with ourselves and all that surrounds us.
Neptune’s energy is strong, with both its higher and lower vibrations becoming clearer, helping us connect more fully to those energies as they exist within us, and showing us where we need to either embrace them more fully, or connect to them in a healthy way — ways that don’t involve getting lost in the murky lower vibrations of their expression (things like escapism, addiction, denial, illusions, victim-behavior, etc.).
Ask yourself: What is my relationship to my own imagination? How do I use it? Do I tend to imagine “worse case scenarios” or visualize what I wish to create? What role does naiveté play when it comes to my imagination?
What’s my relationship to my intuition? If I get quiet enough, can I catch its subtle voice? When I hear it, can I take that moment to really catch what it says… and then trust it? Who has the last word — my mind, or my heart?
As best as you can, simply observe — this is not about doing the right or wrong thing, but about becoming more aware of how we are connected to this energy. During Neptune’s Retrograde, we’ll get a chance to connect to it from within, such that we’ll feel its vibration inside of us.
For a more detailed description of the Jupiter and Neptune Station phase, please read my Weekly Forecast-entry for June 12th.
We will also cover Neptune’s and Chiron’s Station & Retrograde phases in more detail — in connection with our own birth charts — in my next Forecasting Forum, live on June 25th, at 2pm EDT/7pm London-time. Early Bird Special available until June 22nd at midnight EDT!!!
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Neptune in Pisces also trines Venus in Cancer and sextiles Pluto in Capricorn, giving us an opportunity to deal with the Capricorn/Cancer polarity on a whole other level.
We tend to “feel” each other on an energetic level now; a sensitive approach is therefore recommended — we are tapping into the collective experience, so it might also be wise to remember that everyone else is also working with the current energies as best as they can.
Just like ourselves, they may get overwhelmed or confronted by the Capricorn/Cancer-energies out there (perhaps by facing some harsh realities and inner limitations, or family/home issues). We all deserve some compassion, understanding, and forgiveness.
This shows us our ability to allow for feelings to move through, supports us further in bringing love and acceptance to our feeling body, and helps us release any unhealthy attachments to the past. This makes it easier to trust and thus allow ourselves to stretch outside of our comfort zone and invite in “the new”.
Given this, ask yourself: How can I empower myself and others through the gift of trusting my own heart? What if kindness towards the world would bring peace into my life and my heart? What if simply being present in the here moment, could make me feel more empowered?
What if there was a way to eliminate fear from my system? What if I experimented with spending time aligning with what is, energetically speaking, and allowing the transformational process to unfold?
We also might be able to receive new support from others; so ask yourself: What if I let myself receive 5% more kindness from others? And how about from myself?
To sum it all up for this Full Moon: Cancer and Capricorn are both receptive “yin” energies, so are Pisces and Taurus. As we have 7 planets in Yin-signs in this Full Moon chart, we are clearly asked to go within first, before making a move forward externally.
Cancer is inviting us to develop healthy emotional roots, Capricorn to reach self-mastery and share the fruits of its labor; the more we disregard our own feelings and needs, the greater the likelihood of violating the rights and concerns of others.
When we are able to experience a balance between inner and outer, come to feel safe and a valuable part of society, we can be both responsible and kind — integrating oppositions brings limitless benefits — so as best you can, focus on what feels in alignment with yourself, what inspires and nourishes you, so you can step out into the world as an empowered and self-sufficient adult.
Ask yourself: What shifts are needed at home? At work? Where do I need to set clear boundaries? How could I experience more nourishment and support? How might I be of support to myself? What might processing my emotions do for me in the long run?
We are in the process of shifting from one age to the next. Keep choosing Love, and remember: “…our greatest threat is fear, the fear that turns us away from each other or against each other. When we stand together and help each other, we break the contagion of fear and strengthen the spirit of community that can unite and preserve us all.” — another quote from David Spangler, from Lorian.org
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Do you have your Ascendant, Career Point (or personal planets) in 1-6 degrees of Capricorn, Cancer, Aries or Libra? If so, you are more affected by this month’s Full Moon; this is also true for those of us who have our Ascendant or Sun-sign in Leo or Cancer (the Sun rules Leo, the Moon rules Cancer).
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Sonja’s passion is for connecting with people and helping them transform their lives. This led her to train as a life coach, in addition to her lifelong study of Astrology. With her Readings, her coaching and her Soul-Based Astrology Courses she aims to empower and support people in fulfilling their life’s potential and aligning with Soul Purpose.
by Sonja Francis | Jun 6, 2021 | Astrological Forecasts, Astrology Articles
On June 10th at 6:53am EDT, the New Moon (and Solar Eclipse) becomes exact in almost 20 degrees of Gemini. Solar Eclipses are extra-powerful New Moons that take place approximately every 6 months — this is the first in 2021 — you may also want to watch my Solar Eclipse video.
During a Solar Eclipse, the Moon momentarily interrupts the normal flow of Solar Radiation, destabilizing existing configurations of energy and reorganizing consciousness to a higher level. Solar Eclipses indicate the beginning of a new experience, project, or cycle.
Eclipses usually come in pairs (Solar and Lunar), and “Eclipse seasons” start approximately 10 days before the first Eclipse of the pair, and continue through the second.
This particular Eclipse season began on May 16th, 10 days before the Lunar Eclipse in Sagittarius became exact, and will end with the Full Moon on June 24th, 2021 — in other words, two weeks after the Solar Eclipse in Gemini becomes exact.
While Eclipse season is underway, allow for new templates to download; stay centered and do your best to ground from within — try using conscious breathing and conscious flexibility — and best of all, see if you can move to the “observer position” when it comes to the emotional and mental body. And remember, this won’t last forever: on June 24th, the downloads are complete 😉
Eclipses are a time for clarifying and affirming our highest path. We are bound to experience a release and recalibration of some sort — “old” codes will get deleted and new ones downloaded — and this is especially true in connection with our ability to connect and communicate, our inner dialog, our ability to listen, and our gathering and use of information. This helps us to be more aware of how we interact and what we share.
The Sun and Moon are connected to one of the Moon Nodes during an Eclipse, alternating between North and South Node Eclipses, emphasizing the evolutionary upgrades that are available to us during such times. This is the first North Node Solar Eclipse in Gemini since the Moon Nodes moved into the Gemini-Sagittarius polarity in early May of last year (2020).
North Node Eclipses help us move towards a new exploration of an energy that promotes our Soul’s evolution. They ask us to focus on the energies of the sign involved in the Eclipse (Gemini, in this case) and work with the lighter/higher frequencies of those energies as much as possible. They highlight our ability for individual and collective growth and evolution.
Eclipses are crossroads or turning points along our Soul’s Journey. They are often marked by events or situations that signify a critical shift in our lives, nudging us to either change and grow, or face greater difficulties at the next turning point. In this case, the next turning point will be on September 12th, when the Sun is in Virgo squares this month’s Solar Eclipse degree.
Solar Eclipses, in particular, often correspond to major endings and beginnings. They occur close to the same degree every 19 years, and the last time we had a North Node Solar Eclipse in that same degree and sign was on June 10th, 2002.
We are likely to experience a resonance between now and that time — “resonance”, not repetition — so think back to the Summer of 2002, and ask yourself: Were there any major endings and beginnings? What was important to me back then? If I were to take those priorities to the next level, where would that next level find me?
If you’re looking for more guidance on those questions, I would suggest taking a look at your Natal Chart — the House placement of the Eclipse will indicate which area of life is most ready to embrace new information and rise to a new level of consciousness.
Solar Eclipses are also a good time to go within and seed anything we would like to learn over the next 6 months — we’ll dig into this in more detail towards the end of this article, when we talk about setting Solar Eclipse Intentions.
One major thing to note in this New Moon/Solar Eclipse chart, is that we now have 3 planets in Retrograde motion — and one of them is the ruler of Gemini: Mercury!
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A Retrograde gives us a chance to resolve things that have been keeping us from achieving full alignment with the outer world. We are invited to go within and trust our intuition when it comes to processing and sharing information, and as best as we can, to take our time with communications, so that we don’t miss anything crucial.
With the Solar Eclipse in curious, quick-witted Gemini, we also look for connections and information in our day-to-day lives that can help move us forward; being mentally stimulated is important to us.
For the next 6 months, we are asked to connect with others, and to share our little hearts out with them. Gemini is the archetype of curiosity, communication in all its forms, and mental connections — it represents the development of language and intelligence, as well as our ability to adapt and relate to our immediate environment.
This is a “busy” energy focused on collecting information. We are invited to look at our mental programming and conditioned mind, to see what needs to go, and what new thought structures we might want to engage with.
Gemini is asking us to stay in motion, to think about all that we’ll need to know in order to move forward, and to connect and share ourselves with others. Here are some questions you can ask yourself for this Solar Eclipse: What motivates me to learn? When I talk to myself about sharing or processing information, what do I typically say? What do I say to myself about being connected to others? About my intellectual capacities? About my adaptability?
The spiritual goal of Gemini is the development of perception, thought, and communication; we are therefore invited to become aware of all the new connections created in the brain with each new thought or memory — and the more we think a particular thought, the deeper those pathways become.
So, ask yourself: What mental paths do I keep heading down, even though I know I no longer need to follow where they lead me? What might I hear if I brought 5% more curiosity to my “self-listening”? What if I did the same when listening to others?
We also talked about the current Eclipses (and about Jupiter in Pisces) in more detail in my last Forecasting Forum. If you want to know how these powerful Lunations are impacting you personally, I recommend you watch the mp4-video presentation of this webinar — for more info, click here.
Let’s take a look at the three Retrograde planets (and some of the aspects) — of this Eclipse chart:
Mercury, the ruler of Gemini, is retrograde in its own sign from May 29th – June 22nd. This invites us to go within and connect with information that is in alignment with our inner understanding of things.
Ask yourself: How can I better connect my “inner” thinking with my “outer” exchanges? What thoughts need reorganizing? Who is (or has been) in alignment with my thinking? What might come of my reaching out to those people?
Mental and conceptual abilities are strong until June 22nd. We may feel particularly curious and engaged in learning and absorbing information. Do your best to process information that is not necessarily brand-new, but is something you have heard or read before (especially over the last three months), that might deserve another look or going-over.
As best as you can, bring curiosity and neutral processing to the data that you are receiving or re-organizing in your mind — avoid hastily adding a story to the data, or classifying it as “good” or “bad” information.
Ask yourself: What if information were always neutral? How might I interact with it then?
What if my thoughts were like a radio station that others could tune into at any time? What would I choose to broadcast? What if I consciously chose to transmit thoughts that promote learning and connecting? What if I sent out that transmission for just 5 minutes each day?
Mercury closely aligns with the Eclipse, putting even greater emphasis on our capacity to think for ourselves, and to allow this to be a very personal and intuitive process. It’s helpful to trust ourselves to connect with the information we need (and to think things through) before making important decisions or connecting with others.
The Mercury Retrograde component in this Eclipse chart also nudges us to take another look at data or information we received in the past, to make sure it is both accurate and useful.
Ask yourself: Is there anything that feels “off”, not quite a “fit”, with my inner sensing of things? What data or information from the past 3 months calls out for further contemplation and curiosity?
Mercury also still squares Neptune in Pisces in this Solar Eclipse chart. And because Mercury also aligns very closely with the Moon, the Sun, and the North Node (as elements of the Solar Eclipse), this challenging aspect promises to have a big impact on us for the next 6 months.
We discussed this Square in our last Lunar Eclipse video, and there is also an Additional Support Video on the subject; the latter is available to the public, not just to Members. In addition to those videos, Members may also want to read my recent Lunar Eclipse article, or the Weekly Forecast for May 17-23rd (Saturday’s entry) on this subject.
Here are some coaching questions you can ask yourself that bring all this home: Before moving forward with a communication or decision could I tune in and get really clear about my energy body and what is needed in this current moment? What if I granted 5% more trust to my inner guidance? What might I hear if I listened 5% more closely to the subtle messages of my divine nature?
We also tend to feel scattered at this time. Should you observe that in yourself, try asking: What might happen if I slowed down and listened to my intuition instead of letting my mind run?
Saturn is another of the three Retrograde planets in this Eclipse chart. Saturn represents our earthly structures and long-term commitments. It also shows us what works in our current physical reality (and what doesn’t), where we need to have better boundaries, and where we need to be more realistic about our limitations. For each of those three things in turn, ask yourself: What is demanding my attention in this area?
Saturn’s Retrograde phase in Aquarius invites us to not only take a closer look at our current long-term commitments and limitations, but to start restructuring anything that has slipped out of alignment with who we are in our current reality.
Ask yourself: What is realistic when it comes to my various networks and communities (online and local)? Where do I feel in alignment with what I see and have? What limitations are becoming more apparent socially or in my communities? Where do I need to make some adjustments? What needs to be restructured?
Mercury in Gemini and Saturn in Aquarius connect harmoniously in this Eclipse chart, giving us the opportunity to connect with others and discuss what needs to be adjusted without blame or shame, but simply by looking at what works and what doesn’t.
Ask yourself: What mental processes would benefit from a mature attitude on my part? What information or thought structures help me stay on track to a better future for humanity?
Of course, Saturn is still in a Square aspect to Uranus, as it has been since January and will be until July 18th. Squares are 90º aspects that mark a turn we must take if we are to make progress.
Ask yourself: What does my body require before I can even think about connecting with others? What adjustment does my physical reality require before I can even think about what to create for the future? Where am I feeling “boxed in”? Where do I need to “think outside the box”?
Are other people’s choices and preferences really about me? In other words, do I need to take them personally? Would putting 5% more space around other people’s “choosing” help me honor what’s important to me?
The third Retrograde planet in this Eclipse chart is Pluto, a planet associated with our Soul Purpose, process of empowerment, and ability to feel empowered from within, particularly around our deepest passions.
Pluto’s Retrograde phase in Capricorn invites us to take a closer look at our current level of empowerment around long-term goals and social authority structures such as government. It prompts us to start digging deeper into our unconscious, to find what really motivates us, to get down to what truly feels empowering.
Ask yourself: If fear, pain, suffering, or discord arose predictably from focusing on certain things, what might those things be? What (or who) do I still listen to or read that keeps fear and discord alive in me? Is it at least possible that simple familiarity explains most of my engagement with those outlets or people? What might come up if I suddenly became 5% more aware of those behaviors and their motivations?
What if I simply disengaged from anything that promotes fear? How might it feel to send light and blessings to those who are still operating on that level? Could I send light and blessings even to myself, should I find myself caught on that same level?
Pluto opposes Mars in 29º of Cancer (an exalted degree) in this Eclipse chart. We might not feel like dealing with some of the deeper issues that keep springing up, perhaps around our accomplishments in the world, or around family and home.
Ask yourself: What is my motivation to achieve something out there in the world? How about at home? Where does the balance point lie between home/family and career/long-term goals?
How might a deeper focus on self-care serve me at this time? What about bringing the same depth of focus to emotional authenticity? What needs to transform if I am to feel more empowered? What deeper connections are waiting to be forged? What is now ready to be released?
Lastly, Chiron (the Wounded Healer) makes an opportune aspect to the North Nodes in this Eclipse chart, showing very clearly that we need to bring love and compassion to ourselves and the healing process that we all find ourselves in, around the masculine energies.
Ask yourself: Where does the “traditional masculine” differ from the “divine masculine”? Could I allow myself and others to be human? What if I talked about my flaws, idiosyncrasies, and insecurities? Might this support my own healing process? Someone else’s? How?
More about Chiron (and Neptune) and their upcoming Station and Retrograde phases in my next Forecasting Forum, live on June 25th! Early Bird Special available until June 22nd!!! To register for this month only, click here
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To sum it all up for this powerful New Moon/Solar Eclipse: When we tap into the lighter vibration of Gemini, we have the ability to adapt to new circumstances with ease. Through curiosity and exposure to a wide variety of ideas, people, and experiences, we learn that there are many angles and many ways of looking at things.
We seek balance on many levels, internally and externally, so as best as you can, remain curious, open-minded and adaptable for the next 6 months. Trust yourself. Your heart knows the way, so allow the mind to become a neutral observer, as much as possible.
Ask yourself: Am I just my mind, or am I more than that? If I’m more than just my mind, what is beyond the mind? What might I discover if I stayed open to being inspired by life, rather than zeroing in on all the “bad” news and denser vibrational thoughts that come through?
Through observation and assimilation, we can ultimately integrate light and shadow, mind and emotion, spirit and matter. Ask yourself: Might a 10-minute meditation, mantra, or prayer practice help me become more aware of what arises in consciousness on an ongoing basis, and of my relationship to my own thoughts?
How might laughter, singing, or humming support my body-mind-heart connection? What about yoga, acupuncture, cranial-sacral therapy? What role could those play in having a healthy body-mind relationship?
One last word about Eclipses: They signal major endings and beginnings. As best you can, trust that whatever is leaving is making space for something better — the more willing we are to change, the easier it will be.
That said, don’t automatically drop projects and interactions that got underway prior to Eclipse season (i.e. before May 16th) — don’t stop your life just because it is Eclipse season 😉
Again, feel free to also watch my video on the subject
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Do you have your Ascendant, Career Point (or personal planets) in 15-25 degrees of Gemini, Sagittarius, Virgo or Pisces? If so, you may feel the effects of this New Moon more strongly; this is also true for those of us who have our Ascendant or Sun-sign in Leo or Cancer (the Sun rules Leo, the Moon rules Cancer)
Setting Intentions for a Solar Eclipse is a little different from the regular monthly New Moon process — after all, we are setting them for the whole 6-month Eclipse cycle, rather than just the next 28 days.
Solar Eclipse Intentions are best done 48 hours after the Eclipse becomes exact. We are downloading new templates at the time of an Eclipse, and the energies are quite intense, so we want to wait until it all settles down a little before setting our intentions — that said, we definitely do not want to do this during a Moon void of course.
There are thus two best and most potent times to set your Intentions for this Solar Eclipse:
The first lasts a little over 24 hours, between 6:53am, on June 12th, and 7:16am, on June 13th. The second one runs for 15.5 hours, between 2:22pm, onJune 13th, and 6:53am on Monday, June 14th. Note that all times in this article are given in US Eastern Time — i.e., the New York time zone.
If you live in a timezone other than EDT, and converting time zones isn’t your thing, I suggest joining my Facebook Fan-page and/or following me on Twitter, as I post reminders on those platforms when it’s time to set your intentions 😉
Set powerful intentions — remember, they cover the next six months — and if possible, align them with the Gemini energy!
For more details on how to set Intentions, click here.
Sonja’s passion is for connecting with people and helping them transform their lives. This led her to train as a life coach, in addition to her lifelong study of Astrology. With her Readings, her coaching and her Soul-Based Astrology Courses she aims to empower and support people in fulfilling their life’s potential and aligning with Soul Purpose.
by Sonja Francis | May 20, 2021 | Astrological Forecasts, Astrology Articles, Lunar Eclipse
On Wednesday, May 26th at 7:14am EDT, a powerful Full Moon in 5.5 degrees of Sagittarius becomes exact. This is a Total Lunar Eclipse of a SuperMoon (i.e., the Moon is closer to the Earth than normal) and as such, this Full Moon’s energy is unusually intense.
Even apart from that, there is a lot to cover with this Eclipse — it is connected to a mutable T-square, with Jupiter as the Focal Point, and it has two Stationing planets: Saturn in Aquarius & Mercury in Gemini!
If you are already a Member of my online community, you can learn more about this month’s Super Full Moon/Lunar Eclipse by clicking here to watch my video
Lunar Eclipses direct our attention to whatever needs to be integrated and balanced, both on the collective and individual levels, over a longer period of time (usually 6 months). Get ready for some big shifts in your life, especially around your relationship with your own belief structures, and around your ability to learn, remain adaptable, and use your “day-to-day mind” intelligently.
Our physical and emotional bodies strongly feel the intensity of it all, so keep in mind: Eclipses ultimately support a shift in consciousness and thus bring us closer to our Soul’s path.
This is the second Lunar Eclipse in Sagittarius since the Moon Nodes moved into Gemini/Sagittarius back on May 5th, 2020 — and the Moon Nodes play a crucial role during Eclipses! Feel free to also check out my webinar on those Moon Nodes (if you haven’t seen it yet). We talk about the connection to our own birth charts… and it’s currently available at a discount!
The last Lunar Eclipse in Sagittarius in the same degree as this one was on May 26th, 2002… Think back to that time: What shifts in perspective happened then? What is possible now?
Let’s take a closer look at this Lunar Eclipse:
The Moon in optimistic, adventurous, truth-seeking Sagittarius (which is itself aligned with the South Node) is making an opposition to the Sun in curious, quick-witted, versatile Gemini (which is aligned in turn with the North Node).
Full Moons balance two opposing archetypes, and reconcile their Shadow sides — in this instance, Gemini deals with information, intelligence, and communication, while Sagittarius is concerned with meaning, truth, and wisdom.
The Shadow side of Gemini brings…
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The Shadow side of Gemini brings tons of data but no depth of understanding. It can be scattered-brained, talk without listening, randomly chatter, and allow mind to dominate body, heart, and soul.
Ask yourself: What is the difference between information and interpretation? What might change for me if I questioned my assumptions? Questioned what I think I know? Who I think I am? Why things are the way they are? What new information might I spot if I stepped back and took a wider view? Could I bring 5% more depth and understanding to the information I engage with and share?
The Shadow side of Sagittarius gets stuck in destructive ruts of dogmatism, entitlement, and excesses of all kinds. We get attached to our belief systems and the stories we tell ourselves about life — and therefore also become self-righteous, perhaps even persecute those who differ in their point of view. We also tend to have difficulty dealing with emotions and commitment.
Ask yourself: How could I be 5% more aware of any dogmatic thinking? Of any hypocritical behaviors? What could I do to keep the focus on myself when investigating those things?
Now, how do we integrate Sagittarius with Gemini?
The Gemini-Sagittarius polarity has to do with our ability to connect thoughts and language with higher meaning or wider perspectives — in other words, logical, curious, and expansive thinking.
Ask yourself: What do I already know? What reactions come from my cultural conditioning? What needs a new exploration on my part? Where do I feel particularly impatient or easily become annoyed? Where do I insist on “being right”? How might a dose of curiosity and open-mindedness support a larger exploration of life?
Given we have the South Node in Sagittarius until Jan. 2022, we are invited to become more aware of these Shadow issues, and move into a higher/lighter vibration of this sign. The best way to do this is via the higher/lighter vibration of Gemini. The current placement of the North Node in Gemini invites us to make an effort to work with the Gemini archetype as much as possible.
Given that, let’s take a look at Gemini: at its highest vibration, this sign helps us stay connected to our immediate environment and “day-to-day mind” — processing and sharing as much information as we can, as quickly as possible — it extends an invitation to stay curious, indeed to constantly look for ways to learn what we need, so we can connect all the dots and communicate intelligently.
Ask yourself: What would help me stay open-minded over the next 8 months? What if I were 5% more willing to incorporate new information? What difference might listening 5% more deeply make? What if I made 5% more effort to communicate clearly?
It’s important to realize that the Sagittarian urge to “go beyond” is essential for our growth; when it comes to balancing these energies, that same urge can play a crucial role in how we interact with others and share information — in other words, the Gemini energy.
At its highest vibration, Sagittarius shows us a wider perspective, one that has us looking beyond facts and learned knowledge, to our direct life experiences and the wisdom gained thereby. It’s all about seeking a higher truth, and a higher meaning for life’s challenges — in other words, a philosophy that would help us understand life’s trials and tribulations.
Ask yourself: How can I best apply my wisdom at this time? How might I show my tolerance towards others? Towards life itself? Might a tablespoon of faith support me at this time?
Now, let’s talk about some of the aspects of this Lunar Eclipse chart:
Not only are the Moon Nodes conjunct with the Full Moon — which is natural, given that this is an Eclipse — but we also have a Mercury-Venus alignment in Gemini that makes a wide conjunction with the North Node. This asks us to put effort into connecting and communicating with others. The same is true when it comes to thinking about what is most valuable to our thinking processes.
Here are some good questions to ask ourselves: What do we enjoy hearing about? Talking about? Learning about? Could we honor our thoughts just 5% more, just for a little while?
We are also invited to take a closer look at any values and relationships we want to connect with or learn more about. Since we are in the process of becoming aware of what we value most, we can more easily see now if things are in alignment with how we think, and what we communicate.
Ask yourself: If I am completely honest with myself, what do I hear when I actually listen to my inner dialog about relationships? What do I tell myself about my interactions with others? What’s my relationship with my Self and my own resources (money, talent, ability, etc.)? What do I need to learn or question to achieve greater alignment with myself and others?
Jupiter, the ruler of Sagittarius, has just started its first pass through Pisces — and is now the focal point of a T-square involving the Moon in Sagittarius and the Sun in Gemini.
This is an invitation to to ask ourselves these questions: How do we use our optimism and generous spirit? Are we exhausting ourselves? Could our beliefs be placed in service to our Higher Self? Could our desire for personal growth and opportunities be guided 5% more from an intuitive place?
What might be possible if we kept an open mind and curiously investigated our options? What if we asked ourselves on a daily basis, before making an assumption or jumping to conclusions: “Is this in the best and highest interest of all concerned, myself included?”
Given that the empty leg of this T-square lands in Virgo, we are invited to bring faith and optimism to our daily work routines — and to make choices from a place of discernment (i.e. neutral clarity), rather than from a place of judgment.
Ask yourself: What might I experience if I released all judgment towards social conditioning? What might become possible if I embraced my intuition and generosity on a daily basis? How might a holistic approach or attitude serve me at this time? Could I be kind, loving, and discerning at the same time? What might I discover if I made a list of pros and cons before making any choices?
We will talk in more detail about Jupiter’s first pass through Pisces on May 28th, in my next Forecasting Forum — and in particular, how all of this impacts our own birth charts. Register here to join us live or get the mp4-video recording after May 28th. There will also be an Early Bird Special available until May 25th at midnight EDT.
The Moon in Sagittarius forms a Trine to Chiron in Aries. This makes it easier to explore new healing modalities for body, mind, and heart, all aimed at renewing our enthusiasm for life. We are capable of being compassionate and forgiving with ourselves at this time — and a gentle and holistic approach is best.
Ask yourself: What nurtures my body? My mind? My Soul? Are there any healing modalities I’ve been wanting to explore? Am I ready to go for it?
Mercury, the ruler of Gemini, is in 24 degrees of Gemini at the time of the Super Full Moon. It is stationing in preparation for its second Retrograde phase of the year, and thus is exalted. It also quincunxes Pluto in Capricorn, squares Neptune in Pisces, and aligns with Venus in Gemini. Let’s unpack all that:
Mercury’s Quincunx to Pluto in Capricorn invites us to clarify our true motivations and deal with any underlying fears that are blocking us — and as best as we can, to drop any self-judgment.
Ask yourself: Am I after quick, superficial exchanges? Or intense and authentic connection to what I am building long-term? When it comes to the latter: what am I most afraid of? How might I best build empowerment out there in the world?
Mercury’s Square to Neptune in Pisces invites us to have faith, go with the flow, and let our intuition guide us when it comes to our communications and mental exchanges — and if we are able do so, we will grow.
Mercury squares Neptune until June 10th — this unusually long square is due to Mercury’s Station & Retrograde Phase. Feel free to read more about this challenging aspect in the weekly blog for May 17-23rd (Saturday’s entry).
As best as you can, be compassionate with yourself and others — and watch out for any tendency to make hasty decisions or to be naïve about something you hear or read.
We also might look for some vision, ideal, or dream to motivate us or stir our imagination. As best as you can, be gentle with yourself and others, seek to understand before seeking to be understood.
Ask yourself: Before moving forward with a communication or decision, could I tune in and get really clear about my energy body, and what is needed in this current moment? What if I granted 5% more trust to my inner guidance? What might I hear if I listened 5% more closely to the subtle messages of my divine nature?
We also tend to feel scattered at this time. Should you observe that in yourself, try asking: What might happen if I slowed down and listened to my intuition instead of letting my mind run?
Saturn in Aquarius is still exalted (due to its Station phase) at the time of the Lunar Eclipse — even though already Retrograde — in this exalted state, it trines the North Node in Gemini, sextiles Chiron in Aries, and remains in a Square with Uranus in Taurus. Let’s unpack all of that:
Saturn’s Retrograde motion points to the fact that inner changes must be made before outer forms can shift. It may be advisable for us to keep the focus more on ourselves and check in frequently with our inner compass.
Ask yourself: If I check in with myself, what works (and what doesn’t) when it comes to my social or political affiliations or networks? If I am completely honest with myself, is there anything that calls for a reassessment on my part?
Saturn’s Trine to the North Node in Gemini invites us to focus on solid and realistic ideas and concepts that serve us long-term.
Ask yourself: How might curiosity and an open mind lead to more sustainable solutions for my communities? What might I share with “my people” if I wanted to manifest something that would last and be sustainable for all involved? What might “responsible sharing” look like? What could I teach or learn that could have a long-term impact for me and my communities?
Saturn’s Sextile to Chiron in Aries presents an opportunity to connect with others responsibly and engage in a healing process that can bring progress in our various communities — maybe even worldwide.
Ask yourself: Could I allow myself and others to be human? What if my personal limitations were my main drivers for taking creative or unusual approaches? If that were true, would I be willing to commit myself 5% more to learning more about my limitations (without judgment)? What might be possible if I allowed myself to let go of regrets, and focused instead on what works and what doesn’t for me today?
For even more info on the Saturn Station and Square to Uranus, watch my New Moon in Taurus video or read the article!
Lastly, let me just mention some aspects involving Mars in Cancer:
Mars opposes Pluto in Capricorn and trines Neptune in Pisces. The opposition with Pluto requires a deep dive into our unconscious around the masculine energy and our need for safety.
Ask yourself: What is my motivation around achieving something out there in the world? How about at home? What might a balance between home/family and career/long-term goals look like for me? How might a deep focus on self-care or emotional authenticity serve me at this time? What needs to transform so I can feel more empowered?
We may have feelings connected to past experiences with the masculine energy; Mars’ Trine to Neptune can help us let go of any such feelings that we are ready to release.
Ask yourself: What is ready to be released at this time? Where do I sense emotional blockages? How might a good dose of love and forgiveness support me with this? Could I perhaps tap into my heart energies 5% more to get a sense that “everything will turn out just as it needs to”?
To sum it all up for this Lunar Eclipse: This powerful Super Full Moon highlights the power of perspective — what we see depends on where we stand, literally and figuratively. Gemini & Sagittarius are both extroverted, social signs, yet Jupiter and Neptune in Pisces, as well as Mars in Cancer in this Lunar Eclipse chart promote our connection to the feminine energies within us (this is true for both our physical body and our feeling-body).
If something resonates with you, it means it is aligned with your energy, so move toward that which resonates, and away from that which does not. There’s no need for “judgement” here, simply listen to your physical body and your feeling body, heed your inner guidance, and ask yourself: Where have I been getting drained? Where do I get recharged?
Where lies the path of least resistance towards myself? What assumptions are holding me back? What role does my thinking play in all of this?
The next 6 months require some adjustments: on the one hand, there is a desire to go within and get quiet — and on the other, a need to expand our horizons and learn more about life and our day-to-day interactions. We are also invited to focus both on nurturing the mind and on staying in touch with our feeling-body.
As best as you can, stay as open-minded as possible — nothing will be gained by clinging to the past or insisting on your truth being “the” truth. Infuse your daily routines with a heart-centered attitude that promotes health: If you are able, go for walks in nature, take yoga classes, practice walking meditations, or dance and sing or chant your way through the living room…
It’s best for us to move forward slowly but surely, knowing all the while that our sense of balance must come from within, staying rooted in the inner knowing that all is well.
Ask yourself: What kind of experiences outside of my everyday routine might widen my perspective and understanding of life? Who supports my journey towards greater self-realization? What or who “feeds” me? Could I allow those connections to grow stronger and more meaningful?
Remember: Eclipses bring a strong focus to endings and beginnings — they push us forward in our evolution and connect us more fully to our Soul’s Journey. As best as you can, trust that whatever is leaving or falling apart is making way for something better — the more open we are to change, the easier it will be to go to the next level.
To learn more about this month’s Super Full Moon/Lunar Eclipse, please click here to watch my video.
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Because Eclipses are so powerful, they require a bigger orb than a regular Full or New Moon. I usually use a 5º orb instead of 2º… so since this Lunar Eclipse takes place in 5.5º of Sagittarius:
Do you have your Ascendant, Career Point (or personal planets) in 0-11 degrees of Sagittarius, Gemini, Virgo, or Pisces? If so, you are more affected by this month’s powerful Super Full Moon/Lunar Eclipse. This is also true for those of us who have our Ascendant or Sun-sign in Leo or Cancer (the Sun rules Leo; the Moon rules Cancer).
For a more in-depth look at the upcoming Eclipses & Jupiter in Pisces as it relates to your own birth chart, join us live for the Monthly Forecasting Forum on May 28th at 2pm EDT/7pm London Time; or register to get the mp4-video presentation of this webinar 😉
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Sonja’s passion is for connecting with people and helping them transform their lives. This led her to train as a life coach, in addition to her lifelong study of Astrology. With her Readings, her coaching and her Soul-Based Astrology Courses she aims to empower and support people in fulfilling their life’s potential and aligning with Soul Purpose.
by Sonja Francis | May 8, 2021 | Astrological Forecasts, Astrology Articles, Jupiter
On May 13th, 2021, Jupiter changes signs from freedom-loving, forward-thinking, and objective Aquarius to creative, sensitive, and intuitive Pisces. It will journey in that sign until July 28th, 2021. This is a preview of what’s to come in December of 2021, when Jupiter makes its second move into Pisces on Dec. 28th, this time until May 11th, 2022. There will also be a third pass through Pisces from Oct. 28th until Dec. 20th, 2022.
In our individual natal chart, the position of Jupiter reveals how we express generosity and tolerance, and how we go about trusting others and improving our lives. Where do you look for wisdom and understanding? Where do you need movement and spaciousness? Where do you feel optimistic and have faith that things will turn out ok?
Jupiter represents the principle of expansion — it operates like a magnifying glass. It’s been in Aquarius since Dec. 2020, where that magnifying glass was looking at creating more opportunity for (and through) communities or networks — whether online or local.
The planet urges an expansion of sustainable, long-term visions, and a greater understanding of our potential for a better future — for example, it helped us develop faith in our humanitarian goals, or highlighted a lack of faith in those things. It also showed us more clearly where our alliances lie on a personal and collective level.
Aquarius values both equality and diversity, so we’ve been getting to see what we believe to be true about our various communities or affiliations, and the collective vision for the future — and what stories we’ve been telling ourselves about the same — we also gained new perspectives on our collective experience and our networks of like-minded people.
Jupiter in Pisces brings the magnifying lens to bear on our inner divinity, our ability to receive, our connection to intuition, and our desire to contribute to life from a heart-centered place. The opportunity now is to bring the enthusiastic energies of Jupiter to the unification of all dualities — becoming more fully aware of the oneness of all.
Jupiter in Pisces also promotes a greater understanding of our potential for expanding the union within. This exists always, and we can tap into it at any time — it helps us to have faith in our ability to transcend falsehoods and illusions by tapping directly into Source.
Jupiter is in Pisces until July 28th, 2021, and then again later from Dec. 2021, until May 2022, and then one last time from Oct. 28th until Dec. 20th, 2022. During these three periods, we attract the most good fortune when we are tender, devoted, compassionate, kind, look out for the underdog, and give generously. We value compassion and charity, and are motivated by a universal vision; peaceful personal philosophies and faith in the goodness of life will serve us best.
We are more open to spiritual or creative endeavors. Possibilities for a great heart-expansion and recognition of our underlying interconnectedness are very strong; we are each particularly invited to go within and explore this on a very private or personal level.
We also have an inborn faith in the Universe. Solitude, working alone, and meditation can all bring us great pleasure and a sense of rejuvenation. We are merciful and generous — often anonymously. Jupiter in Pisces helps to create…
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Jupiter in Pisces helps to create more joy and pleasure in the pursuit of our dreams. This process very well might operate on an inner spiritual level, so any intuitive messages that we receive and act upon with a positive attitude and outlook will likely pay off, leaving us feeling more emotionally connected and heart-centered.
In addition, since Pisces also connects to otherworldly energies and water, we may feel more drawn both towards messages from the other side, and to spending time near water in nature (rivers, lakes, the ocean, waterfalls, etc.).
Ask yourself: How does intuitive knowing occur for me? What road might lead to greater heart-connections? What might open up if I became more connected to the part of me that is pure love? What if I took a 5% more positive attitude towards human life and all its paradoxes?
Here are some more questions: What is in the way of a connection to my inner divinity? What prevents me from slowing down? Turning inwards? Trusting my inner guidance? What if I opened just 5% more to the perfection of life? What if I trusted 5% more to universal timing?
What might promote a spiritual perspective around my connection to all of my surroundings? What am I aware of right now that would shift my perspective if I allowed myself to “feel into it”? How might I become more trusting and heart-centered when approaching my dreams? What creative or spiritual groups am I now ready to explore, that support a sensitive and all-inclusive approach towards all living beings?
Collectively, we will probably see the full spectrum of possibilities expressed, high and low — Pisces at its best is a compassionate energy, sensitive, intuitive; it cares about all of life and what’s beyond. It has the ability to dream up and create hopeful scenarios that unify us and bring an idealistic approach to the table.
In its denser, lower vibrations, we could find delusional approaches or attitudes. We may also feel like a victim, be overly sensitive, get overwhelmed easily, experience a feeling of separation, anxiety, lack of boundaries, escape-oriented behaviors (drugs, alcohol, sex, TV, video games, gambling, etc.), or beliefs connected to spiritual concepts that are too idealistic, too dreamy, in other words: wishful thinking.
No matter what we experience on a collective level, if we can trust our inner knowing, keep thinking with an open heart, and stay present on our journey towards unity and love, we will reap the rewards.
The motto for Jupiter in Pisces might be something like this: What you explore for yourself, you explore for all! What you give to everyone, you give to yourself!
Jupiter moves through a 12-year cycle, so the last time it traveled through Pisces was between mid Jan. 2010 and early June 2010, as well as early Sept. 2010 until late Jan. 2011.
And the previous cycles, from most to least recent, were:
Early Feb. 1998 — mid Feb. 1999
Late Feb. 1986 — early March 1987
Early March 1974 — mid March 1975
Late March 1962 — early April 1963
Think back to any of the above periods that you lived through: what possibilities or opportunities arose for you on a creative or spiritual level? In what ways did you grow? In what ways did you expand your relationship to the Universe? To your Higher Self? Your intuitiveness?
What felt like a collective new beginning, or a new vision for mankind in 2010? In 1998? The other periods listed above? Where did you experience expansion in those years? How could you take that to the next level?
If you were born during any of those periods, you will have a Jupiter Return in 2021 or 2022 — these Jupiter Returns happen every 12 years and signify a new beginning on our journey towards greater evolution. If this is true for you, as best as you can, plant some new seeds for the next 12 years of your evolutionary journey and set some intentions in connection with the House placement of your natal Jupiter.
Neptune is also in Pisces. Given that Jupiter now moves over the same territory in our charts as Neptune, we get an opportunity to connect to our own divinity and bring a spiritual expansion for ALL. Jupiter will be within 5 degrees of Neptune March 18th until May 10th, 2022.
Jupiter will connect with Neptune in almost 24º of Pisces on April 12th, 2022. This is the beginning of a 12 – 13 year spiritual growth cycle. We are invited to go within and trust our connection to God/Source/Higher Self/the Universe. We are also invited to slow down our enthusiasm for universal unity and love, and release our resistance to those things we feel separate from, or want to separate ourselves from.
Our heart-center and spiritual approaches need to focus on inter-connectivity and love. This is how we grow and expand as people over the next 12-13 years.
That said, we might also overdo our desire for “Oneness” and Love (Jupiter does, after all, represent excess as well 😉
Here are some questions we could ask ourselves in connection with the Jupiter-Neptune alignment in Pisces:
What might promote a new perspective on spiritual growth? Our ability to tap into our own divinity? How might we become more heart-centered and intuitive when dealing with life’s paradoxes? What spiritual beliefs are we now ready to explore or go beyond?
Could I allow myself to feel whatever shows up, even if it doesn’t make sense to the mind? Could I simply allow those feelings to flow through me?
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Where does Jupiter-in-Pisces fall in your own birth chart? What aspects does it make during this transit? How does a wise response to one house support a more fruitful response to the next? What outward opportunities arise as Jupiter interacts with any of your personal planets? Where will you experience a major expansion until Dec. 2022? Where are you ready to open your heart and trust the larger play of life?
If you’d like more insight into those questions, we will cover Jupiter’s move through Pisces in more detail in the next Forecasting Forum (live on May 28th) — so if you want to know how this planetary movement is impacting you personally, feel free to join us live, or register for the mp4-video-presentation of the live event.
Are you reading this after May 28th, 2021? If so, you can also purchase the video-presentation of the “Jupiter in Pisces“ webinar — we applied Jupiter’s movement to our own birth charts! Click here to purchase our webinar on the subject.
Sonja’s passion is for connecting with people and helping them transform their lives. This led her to train as a life coach, in addition to her lifelong study of Astrology. With her Readings, her coaching and her Soul-Based Astrology Courses she aims to empower and support people in fulfilling their life’s potential and aligning with Soul Purpose.
by Sonja Francis | May 5, 2021 | Astrology Articles
On May 11th, at 3pm EDT, the New Moon becomes exact in 21 degrees of Taurus. This marks the beginning of a new Moon cycle. Click here to watch my video on the subject.
As best as you can, get really quiet 24 hours before and after the New Moon becomes exact, and see if you are getting any new messages or ideas. If you are, harvest them, and fold them into any intentions you set for the new Moon cycle — I will talk about this process later in the forecast, and I’ll even give you the very best and most potent times for doing so 🙂
This New Moon sextiles Neptune in Pisces and trines an exalted Pluto in Capricorn. Saturn & Jupiter in Aquarius are also exalted at the time of this New Moon (for different reasons) and we have many more aspects to talk about, all connected either to Mercury in Gemini, or Mars in Cancer.
So, as you can see, lots going on in this New Moon chart, all painting a complex picture with a focus on like-minded people, community, and long-term goals. There is also an opportunity for healing and connecting to our inner sense of knowing.
Before we go into all of these aspects in more detail, however, let’s first talk about the sign of Taurus:
This New Moon in steady, peaceful Taurus places more focus on our interactions with the physical world — you could say that we seek a healthier relationship with “matter”, one in which we are neither too attached, nor too disconnected from things on the physical plane — for example, our bodies, resources (such as money), and the planet we co-inhabit.
We are powerfully reminded to take the time to honor the only planet we can currently live on — The Earth — and honor its resources and beauty.
In much the same spirit, we are invited also to honor ourselves, our bodies, and our talents. This is a good time for reevaluating our relationship to money and possessions, and for discovering what truly makes us happy and fulfilled, so check in with yourself: What came to mind when you read this?
Let’s talk about some of the aspects in this New Moon chart:
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The New Moon in Taurus sextiles Neptune in Pisces: Taurus ultimately seeks to honor spirit in form, recognizing the physical world as an expression of the divine, and the body as a sacred vehicle. Pisces understands the paradox between physical and spiritual — between matter and energy. This is therefore an opportunity to join our need for material comfort and enjoyment of life to a gentler and more intuitive approach.
Ask yourself: How might meditation or mindfulness — simply being present in the now-moment to all the energies inside and around me — support my enjoyment of life? What might merging my five senses with my sixth sense bring to awareness? What small step could I take toward this? What if there were a huge leap I could make? What might that be?
Something to contemplate or journal on: If everything is interconnected on an energetic level and everything is energy — even the densest of masses — might it make sense to be really conscious and aware of how I treat everyone and everything around me (including myself)? Might it make sense that my thoughts and behaviors have a direct impact on the whole energy field that we all co-inhabit? Could it potentially have a direct impact on me if I were to disregard this inter-connectivity?
The New Moon also trines an exalted Pluto in Capricorn. Pluto is still exalted until May 12th, even though it already started its yearly Retrograde phase back on April 27th; this exalted energy is prompting us to seek ways to step into our own power and be more alive from within.
The Trine promotes a realistic and emotionally authentic long-term approach. We have the chance to better align our long-term goals with our values; it’s likewise easier for us to sustain what we have started, and to bring a heightened sense of empowerment to it all. This could be connected with our careers or long-term goals, or with the broader economy, “authority figures”, and governmental structures.
Ask yourself: If I was to be completely and utterly honest, what is it that I truly want for myself long-term? What do I want long-term for society? What really matters? What truly fulfills me? Coming from my truth, where do I desire impassioned connection? What simple, even modest step could I take today, that would set me on the path to that goal?
An exalted Pluto always bringing extra intensity to the table. Pluto shows us where we give our power away to others and where we abuse it ourselves, so ask yourself: What career or business structures in my life no longer empower me? What am I most aware of right now? If I’m honest, what will almost inevitably break down over the long haul, simply because it is no longer sustainable?
Where have I felt disempowered? Like I’m wasting time? Energy? Resources? Where have I tried to control something beyond my personal control? How might a realistic focus on myself, and what I do have influence over, support my efforts towards an empowered experience out there in the world?
Saturn & Jupiter in Aquarius are also exalted at the time of this New Moon (again, for different reasons):
Saturn starts to slow down a day before the New Moon becomes exact, getting ready for its yearly Retrograde phase (that begins May 23rd). Saturn will be exalted until June 4th!
Saturn in Aquarius asks us to take responsibility for our part in the collective, turn a critical eye on everything we envision for our future, and adopt an objective, scientific approach. We are individually and collectively invited to clarify our thoughts and take a closer look at the agreements that we made with each other on a collective level.
Should this process take place at an unconscious level, or without the appropriate steps, it will create a tremendous amount of pressure. Our resistance to this pressure could generate nagging anxiety and even depression.
As best as you can, slow down a little, and focus on what can be done within the limitations that you are currently experiencing. Rushing will backfire right now.
Ask yourself: What works for me? What doesn’t? Does my current participation in my various groups or networks align with who I am now? With where I see myself 5 years from now? What do I truly want to commit myself to? Do the communities in my life (whether local or online) truly resonate with my personal vision for the future — as it stands now, rather than what it was 5 or 10 years ago? Which “cooperations” do I want to support? Which do I want to disconnect or part myself from?
Saturn is still in a strong Square to Uranus until July 18th. Until then, we will be dealing with some uncomfortable interactions with others, and with uncertainty on a personal and collective level. Giving ourselves space (and giving lots of space to others) is essential.
Ask yourself: What do I value differently from others? How could these differences spark a creative process? How might they bring diversity and innovation to our collective interactions? Where do I need to be more flexible? What is the thinking box I need to think outside of?
Most of us want peace and abundance for ourselves and others, a world in which we can all appreciate and enjoy life with minimal interruption, and with the certainty that we are physically taken care of: What if my taking the time to focus on building a future that realistically supports all (or most) human beings, could actually bring all that about for everyone… myself included?
Jupiter is in the last degree (29º) of Aquarius at the time of the New Moon, which also makes it exalted. A planet in the last degree of a sign feels “louder”, as it is trying to express as much as it can of the current sign, before moving into the next — sort of a “last hurrah” before moving on. This would indicate a strong urge to complete something, most likely something that started when Jupiter moved into Aquarius in December, 2020.
There is an impatience in the air around connecting with our people, our tribe, and around moving forward — or at least towards a future that sees the possibility of equality and diversity.
Ask yourself: What possibilities did I see for myself and “my people” since December 19th of last year? What expectations did I have in connection with communities and networks of like-minded people? What am I realizing now? What are my expectations or attitudes towards the future?
Only 2 days after the New Moon becomes exact, Jupiter will start its first pass through Pisces, where it will journey until July 28th. Jupiter feels quite comfortable in Pisces, so we are likely to experience this transit with more ease, and an expansion of our heart-energies is quite likely.
We will talk more about this transit and also the upcoming Eclipses in my next Forecasting Forum on May 28th. Feel free to join us live or register to get the mp4-video presentation of the live event. Early Bird Special is available until May 25th at midnight EDT.
I will also be writing an article about Jupiter in Pisces — this will be available via the Membership Portal by May 8th.
Venus, the ruler of Taurus, is in an early degree of Gemini at the time of the New Moon. This has us seeking out mental stimulation: sharing, teaching, learning, writing, reading, etc. We want to connect, learn, and share as much as possible — note that Gemini is also connected to the media. Be conscious of what information you listen to and why!
Ask yourself: I am I listening to this information because it resonates with me? Or because “people” are listening to it?
Mercury, the ruler of Gemini, is in its own sign and conjuncts the North Node in Gemini. The North Node represents our collective Soul’s Journey at this time. In Gemini, we are asked to make an effort when connecting with others, staying open-minded, curious, sharing our perspectives, and listening to understand someone else’s.
Ask yourself: What if I deliberately communicated with 5% more clarity? With my mind 5% more open? Might listening 5% more attentively help to create better exchanges?
Mercury also trines Saturn in Aquarius and sextiles Chiron in Aries. Mercury’s Trine to Saturn allows for solid and realistic ideas and concepts to flow, be shared, and contemplated. This is especially true of those that serve our various local and online communities. Commitments made right now with like-minded people might well develop into something lasting.
Ask yourself: What might I share with my tribe if I wanted to manifest something lasting? What might “responsible sharing” look like? What could I teach or learn that might make a long-term impact for me and my communities?
This also shows us that collaboration, tolerance, and equality can be achieved in our communities if we stay open-minded and bring a good dose of curiosity and maturity to our interactions.
Ask yourself: What questions could I ask of myself or others, to support a realistic commitment from me toward my various communities? What questions could I respectfully pose to a group of people with whom I disagree?
Mercury’s sextile to Chiron gives us the opportunity to connect with others, socialize, and take a compassionate approach toward ourselves and others, especially when it comes to our personal goals and passions.
Ask yourself: what if taking a compassionate approach towards myself and others actually made for more fulfilling connections? Could I allow myself and others to be human? What if I talked about my flaws, idiosyncrasies, and insecurities? How might this support my own healing process? Someone else’s?
Let’s also talk about Mars! Mars is the ruler of Aries, and is currently in Cancer. Mars is part of a Yod in this New Moon chart that is directing our awareness and attention to Self-care and any actions we take related to family or home and real-estate issues.
Ask yourself: What is required of me, so that I can connect on an emotional level to others? To myself? How can I express my emotional fire in a healthy way? Might taking things 5% less personally be part of that?
Mars also Squares Chiron in Aries and sextiles Uranus in Taurus. Mars’ Square to Chiron asks us to stretch and grow around our ability to act from a vulnerable place. We are energized to move past feelings of shame, should we choose to express our desires, our anger, and even any contempt or disgust we are experiencing.
Ask yourself: What might a courageous heart do when it felt insecure or triggered? What might a good dose of love and compassion bring to the table? How might I access a dash of those ingredients when I need them most?
Mars’ Sextile to Uranus gives us an opportunity to put a new spin on our “old” use of the masculine energies and learn to see the past in a new light. We also have an opportunity to draw on our protective side when connecting to the physical realm.
Ask yourself: If I truly wanted to protect the planet and its resources, how would I go about that? Might connecting to others in unusual or brand-new ways create a better future for all of us on this planet? Is it at least possible that I could go after what I want while still keeping other people’s and the planets best interests in mind? What might that look like? Who most needs my support right now?
To sum it all up for this New Moon: it is in our best and highest interest to honor the Earth, the planet we live on, and our physical experience as we move through this human life. Most of our personal health turns on planetary health — the quality of our air, water, soil, and many other ecological factors.
The New Moon in Taurus also reminds us that happiness is ultimately an inner state — we must each honor our own values and find appreciation and inner fulfillment wherever we can. The more we can honor ourselves, our talents, and our relationship to the physical realm, the more we can connect to the love and abundance that surrounds us in every moment.
Ask yourself: What would I need to add or subtract from my life to better experience it as peace, abundance, and radiant love? Might adding a daily dash of love, grace, and gratitude add to my joy on this physical journey? How might I become 5% more resourceful? How might an open-minded and -hearted conversation support me when things feel rough?
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Do you have your Ascendant or any personal planets in 19-23 degrees of Taurus, Scorpio, Leo or Aquarius? If so, you may feel the effects of this New Moon more strongly. This is also true for those of us who have our Ascendant or Sun-sign in Leo or Cancer (the Sun rules Leo; the Moon rules Cancer).
The New Moon is also the best time to set some powerful intentions for this month’s Moon cycle. This is best done soon after the New Moon becomes exact — and definitely not during a Moon void of course phase.
This month, the best and most potent time to set intentions would therefore be between 3pm on May 11th and 3pm on May 13th. The only exception would be a 20-minute period in the morning of May 12th — there will be a brief Moon VoC between 8:23am and 8:43am. All of the above times are given in US East Coast-time.
For more info on setting New Moon Intentions click here.
If you live in a timezone other than EDT (US East Coast-time), I recommend you join my Facebook Fan-page or follow me on twitter as I post reminders on May 11th, 12th and 13th, to let you know when it is the most potent time to set your intentions 😉
Sonja’s passion is for connecting with people and helping them transform their lives. This led her to train as a life coach, in addition to her lifelong study of Astrology. With her Readings, her coaching and her Soul-Based Astrology Courses she aims to empower and support people in fulfilling their life’s potential and aligning with Soul Purpose.
by Sonja Francis | Apr 19, 2021 | Astrology Articles
On April 26th, at 11:32pm EDT, the Full Moon in 7 degrees of Scorpio becomes exact. The Moon in passionate, all-or-nothing Scorpio opposes the Sun in steady, peaceful Taurus.
This Full Moon has heightened effects on us for two important reasons: first, it is a “Super Full Moon” (i.e. the Moon is at its closest distance to the Earth) — in fact, it is the first of three Super Full Moons in a row! Secondly, Pluto, the ruler of Scorpio, is exalted, preparing to go Retrograde at 26.5º of Capricorn — less than 24 hours after the Full Moon becomes exact! All of this could increase emotional volatility but could also facilitate larger shifts in consciousness.
There are lots of other aspects worth mentioning in this Full Moon chart: a Stellium in Taurus, a T-Square with Saturn as the Focus point — and we will address all of them in a moment. If you are currently a Member of my online community, feel free to also watch my Super Full Moon video here.
I should also mention that we will focus on Pluto’s powerful involvement with this month’s Super Full Moon chart, as it relates to our own individual birth charts, in our upcoming Forecasting Forum: click here for more info and to register.
Also, non-Members can get access to this month’s Super Full Moon video, when registering for April 23rd’s Forecasting Forum.
This Full Moon shows us how far we have come, as well as what we must still release or transform, if we are to manifest what was begun at the time of the New Moon that occurred on April 11th.
For the next two weeks, we seek the balance and integration of two polarities, and are aware that something needs to be brought into alignment. The balance in question is between our physical attachments, aversions, and connections — symbolized by Taurus— and our emotional attachments, aversions, and connections (Scorpio).
The time of the Full Moon is always more extroverted and emotional. This particular one invites us to let go of fears or disempowering behaviors, and thereby break through to the next level of our evolution, individually and collectively.
So, here’s this Full Moon’s central question: As a society, are we living in alignment with our values, with what makes us happy and satisfied? How about as individuals? Do we feel empowered and emotionally fulfilled? Are there any fears in our way to achieving progress? Or any rigid thought processes?
All right, let’s look at the signs involved in this polarity,…
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All right, let’s look at the signs involved in this polarity, beginning with Taurus:
Taurus seeks comfort and material stability. It’s concerned with our relationship to the planet, and with the physical plane in general — and also with a hugely important part of our relationship with ourselves, namely “self-esteem”.
Of course, Taurus also has a shadow side: attachment to material things, especially when using them to make up for low self-esteem, seeking to feel better about ourselves through indulging in physical pleasures, immovability and wanting to keep things the same, usually so we don’t experience physical discomfort.
Scorpio, on the other hand, craves transformation — and it seeks this in part by putting us in touch with our deepest desires and worst fears, bringing them into conscious awareness, so that we can see and release what no longer serves, or whatever has become stale or toxic. Put another way, it helps us move from a “survival mentality”, to a passionate engagement with life.
Ask yourself: Where in my own life do I observe a “survival mentality”? In what ways might I have protected myself from feelings of hurt or disempowerment?
It’s essential to bring conscious awareness to the walls we have built to feel protected and more “empowered”. Addressing past traumas and any sense of disempowerment is the only way to allow for the return of trust toward others (and life in general). By acknowledging our fears and breaking down those walls we can transform into truly powerful beings of love and inner strength.
What is Scorpio’s shadow?
Attachment to emotional connections (even if they are toxic), avoidance of emotional pain, armoring and protecting ourselves from incidents of disempowerment that no longer exist outside of memory, trust issues, black-and-white thinking, addiction to drama and darkness (or substances)… and anything we want to prevent: Scorpio’s shadow has us coming from an instinctual, self-protective place, rather than from intuitive, love-based spaciousness.
Scorpio wants to go beyond the surface, to our deeper motivations. For the next two weeks, ask yourself: Where do my behaviors bring disempowerment to others or myself? Where do my behaviors simply bring pain? What propels my sense of attraction or repulsion? What turns me on about life? What scares me?
Now, let’s talk about some of the aspects of this Full Moon chart, starting with the planetary rulers of this Super Full Moon:
Venus, the ruler of Taurus, is currently in its own sign, and in a close conjunction with Mercury, Uranus and the Sun in Taurus — creating a Stellium in Taurus that also opposes the Moon in Scorpio.
Since Uranus is a major player in this Stellium, we are definitely invited to be flexible and expect the unexpected — we need to be inventive, authentic, and willing to operate without social approval. We feel compelled to express ourselves in unique (or at least unconventional) ways.
We are receptive to new ways of thinking, doing, and living; this increased openness to all that is new and different may bring unexpected opportunities. Financial freedom, equality, and progress are important to us right now!
We might want to break away from whatever keeps us from honoring ourselves. It’s time to develop some awareness around what is genuinely our own values, versus those we may have adopted or inherited.
Ask yourself: What’s mine? What isn’t? What if it were ok to have a different outlook from others, even those we love? What about different values?Could I have some space around this rather than conflict?
The Stellium in Taurus opposing the Moon in Scorpio means that we are seeking balance between our body/physical comforts and our emotional authenticity with ourselves and others.
We are more aware of what we have (and what we don’t have, yet). On the one hand, we want to cultivate and maintain something real and tangible in our lives; on the other hand we want to discard anything emotionally inauthentic and toxic, so we can connect deeply with others, and passionately.
Even though we are quite aware of the importance of honoring our physical experience and taking care of our body and finances; we also see that deep emotional connections with ourselves and others are essential as well, especially those based on trust and empowerment. However, we may prefer to have peace rather than to explore emotionally complex situations with others.
Ask yourself: How might a conscious connection to my own breath help me stay present and grounded in my body? How might this honor my physical connection to myself? My sense of abundance in my life?
What still feels inauthentic or toxic in my life? Could I at least start to acknowledge it? Could I perhaps even talk about it with someone I trust? What happens when I suppress my feelings? When I don’t process emotionally difficult experiences? What if it were possible to work through my traumas with others and find peace in the process? What might 5% more trust and courage do for me?
The larger the reservoir of unprocessed emotional experiences, the more intense things can become, precipitating conflict, illness, and crises of all kinds. The question here becomes, what would you rather have: a moment of discomfort and vulnerability — like getting caught in the rain — or an immersion in pain and crisis when the dam bursts?
The Trine between the Moon in Scorpio and Mars in Cancer might be able to help us with this. Under its influence, we are more easily able to act in favor of establishing emotional connection with loved ones, and have the courage to let ourselves be vulnerable. We can more easily share about deep emotional issues stemming from the past and support each other in loving and nurturing ways.
Ask yourself: What might be possible if I trusted others and myself just 5% more? Could I then be more open to receiving support from the people I love? How might I lend loving and nurturing support to others? What if I allowed my feelings to flow, and released anything that feels outdated, stuck in the past? What are some favorite fears or concerns that I might just have the courage to address now?
Pluto, the modern ruler of Scorpio, is currently stationing in Capricorn. This exalted energy heightens our desire for an emotionally authentic connection to our long-term goals and social aspirations. That said, survival urges could be strong at this time, especially where we think we have no control.
We will feel this exaltation especially strongly for the two weeks after the Super Full Moon becomes exact — and will still feel it fairly powerfully until May 12th.
Until then, ask yourself: Where is “rebirth” called for? What cannot be denied?
How do my survival strategies show up at this time? Am I trying to hold on to what was? Am I resisting what is? Am I scared of what might be?
Where do I give my power away to something outside of me? Something that I don’t have control over to begin with? How could I feel more empowered in connection with my aspirations? How could I step into my own “authority” in the world?
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We also have a T-Square in this Full Moon chart: Saturn in Aquarius is the Focus point of this T-Square, making many Squares to all the planets in Taurus, and to the Moon in Scorpio.
All of this invites us to slow down and reassess our commitments around intimate relationships — and become more aware of our need for space and a flexible approach to the body and our finances.
Ask yourself: What might communicating what works for me look like? What about what doesn’t? If I were going to set healthy boundaries right now, where would I set them?
What if I slowed down in the moment and assessed what is appropriate for me? What if any attempt to rush this process would result in inappropriate boundaries, rigidity, anxiety, overwhelm? Would I slow down and reflect if that were so?
As best as you can, let your “inner adult” be mindful of what your body requires to be functioning at a “normal” pace, and what needs to be eliminated so you can feel fully empowered in financial or intimate relationships.
We are feeling a very strong pull to be responsible citizens of the world who build lasting social interactions and mutually-supportive sustainable communities. All this creates a lot of stress around our need to make progress (Saturn in Aquarius).
Since the solution always lies with the empty leg of a T-square, let’s take a look at Leo.
Leo is inviting us to focus on our own self-expression and joy — to balance any over-seriousness around our interactions with our ability to have fun and enjoy ourselves. Of course, this must take place within the boundaries of what is possible at any given time — a healthy, mature approach to this will be the best antidote to anxiety and overwhelm.
For the next 2 weeks, ask yourself: What might open up if I placed 5% more focus on enjoyment, gratitude, and healthy self-expression? How could I connect with others and have some fun, while honoring the boundaries and restrictions that are required at this time?
If I focused on all of the above (i.e. healthy self-expression, joy, gratitude, etc.), how might that impact my experience of abundance and emotionally authentic connections?
Could I be 5% easier on myself and still take responsibility for how I show up (both in “the world” and within my various communities)? How much more progress might I make if I focused on gratitude first?
To sum it all up: This Super Full Moon reminds us that every new beginning is the end of something else, and vice versa. Ask yourself: What fears and traumas need to be investigated and made conscious, so I can be more in touch with my own worthiness, and better see my own value?
What behaviors and habits need to come to an end to make way for me to create more abundance in my life? How can I balance my need for a deeper, more empowered experience with others, against my wish to honor my personal values and desire for freedom? (This can be connected to feeling separate vs. feeling “at one”)
As the first Earth sign, Taurus reminds us of the importance of connecting with nature and honoring our body as the temple of our Soul — without a healthy body, our Soul cannot do the work it came here to do.
Spending time in nature reduces blood pressure, eases depression, boosts the immune system, eases stress, and provides inspiration. Ask yourself: Could I give my body “the gift of Nature”? Perhaps for 15-30 minutes per day?
Break the routine in your relationships (the relationship with yourself included) and as best as you can, stay open and flexible: fresh air is blowing through our lives — so let it!
Do your best also to release what you have outgrown. Focus where you actually have influence rather than forcing things and struggling to change things beyond your control. And, as always, choose love over fear whenever possible!
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Do you have your Ascendant, Career Point (or personal planets) in 5-9 degrees of Scorpio, Taurus, Leo, or Aquarius? If so, you are more affected by this month’s Full Moon. This is also true for those of us who have our Ascendant or Sun-sign in Leo or Cancer (the Sun rules Leo; the Moon rules Cancer).
Sonja’s passion is for connecting with people and helping them transform their lives. This led her to train as a life coach, in addition to her lifelong study of Astrology. With her Readings, her coaching and her Soul-Based Astrology Courses she aims to empower and support people in fulfilling their life’s potential and aligning with Soul Purpose.
by Sonja Francis | Apr 5, 2021 | Astrology Articles
On April 11th, at 10:31pm EDT, the Moon aligns with the Sun in 22.5 degrees of Aries. This marks the beginning of a new Moon cycle; anything brand-new started in the next two weeks has the chance to get off to a great start. Click here to watch my New Moon video on the subject.
This New Moon chart has 4 out of 10 planets in Aries, as well as 2 asteroids. This Stellium in Aries consists of Chiron, Mercury, Ceres, the Moon, the Sun, and Venus. This asks us to show courage from our heart, to be unafraid to embrace who we are, and inspire others by forging our own path.
Ask yourself: Where am I being called to take a risk and try something new? What feeds my passions? What is the next step toward becoming an increasingly healthy, strong, curious, and flexible person? One who is not afraid to pursue personal goals and desires? One who speaks up for what needs healing in our society around the traditional masculine?
One of the many ways we can demonstrate courage is to allow ourselves to be in the condition of “not knowing” or “beginner’s mind”; at these times, we are more present, and creative potential is heightened. Ask yourself: Where could I bring a “beginner’s mind” to bear? Where do I need to let go of needing to know everything before I begin?
About this Stellium: let’s start with the close alignment between the New Moon and Venus in Aries.
We are invited to actively connect with others and do something enjoyable. Ask yourself: What if I got in touch with my passion for life, just for these next 28 days? What if I could inspire others just by being myself?
The New Moon/Venus alignment in Aries squares Pluto in Capricorn, emphasizing that we are at a turning point…
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The New Moon/Venus alignment in Aries squares Pluto in Capricorn, emphasizing that we are at a turning point — squares pressure us to face our current reality. If everything is working well, we are ready to take a big step forward; if not, we need to change course.
While we cannot always change our outer circumstances, we can always choose how we respond — i.e. what choices we make within those outer circumstances. This aspect in particular urges us to use the next 28 days to empower ourselves and others.
Ask yourself: What could I consciously choose that would align with my heart-energies and passion for life?
What do I observe when I come from fear? How about when I guard or defend my physical, emotional, or mental well-being? Could I give myself permission to open my courageous heart 5% more when I notice any rigidity or tension in my body? How about when I reject someone else’s preferences? Words? Behaviors? What if I could simply pause in that moment? Give myself some space? How might flexibility and an open heart play an important role in that moment?
If I felt fully empowered from within, and absolutely passionate about life, what would I build? What would be truly meaningful to my Soul and to the collective in the long run?
During this time of change, self-care is definitely worth our attention… Make sure you get plenty of rest, affection, water, and healthy nutritious foods 😉
Pluto in Capricorn starts to slow down (station) only 48 hours after the New Moon becomes exact. During its Station phase, Pluto’s energy becomes exalted, and confronts us with whatever still leaves us feeling disempowered around our worldly accomplishments.
This Station phase will last until May 12th; until then, we are asked to hang out with any discomfort this might cause, and observe what comes up. “Awareness” is always the first step towards experiencing a shift of any kind.
Ask yourself: Where do I still experience disempowerment? What do I notice about my reaction to that? Is it at least possible that fears that stem from the past are not here right now? What about fears stemming from the possible futures I imagine? What if I knew for certain that I was going to be ok, no matter the outcome? What needs my conscious awareness? What needs my light?
We will also address the Pluto Station/Retrograde phase in more detail — in relationship with our own birth charts — in our next Forecasting Forum on April 23rd. If you are not yet a Star Member of my online community, feel free to join us by registering for this month only… to do so, click here!
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The New Moon/Venus alignment also sextiles Jupiter in Aquarius, making this an opportunity for expansive new beginnings that involve our communities or networks so ask yourself: What am I most aware of at this time? What if I took an optimistic approach to the role I play in my various communities? What mental or spiritual growth might be waiting for me? What would “courage” do?
Also part of the Stellium in Aries is the close Chiron/Mercury alignment. This presents an opportunity to share our individual approach toward gentler leadership, and inspire others to engage in a healing process around the masculine “yang” energy — to do some healing around physical, sexual, and spiritual wounds, allowing ourselves to be human while on our path to wholeness and a larger, more purposeful life.
Ask yourself: In what ways could I be more conscious of my own personal healing journey? Could I give myself permission to be fully human? To be insecure? Sensitive? Vulnerable? How could a shift in perspective around leadership serve me at this time? What gifts might a “sensitive leader” or an “unusual hero” be able to bring to us all at this time?
There is no shame in being different, insecure, or sensitive. Who says we can’t be assertive and kind — not just with the people we love, but publicly as well? What if the term “sensitive leader” meant “strong leader”? What if only an “unusual hero” could bear unusual gifts?
What role does anger or domination play in the traditional masculine? How do I experience those traits within me? Outside of me? And when? What if, as an experiment in freedom, I let go of my resistance towards them? Even in their “unhealthy” expressions? If that’s a challenging idea, could I give it a try for a single brief moment, right now?
Mars is the ruler of Aries; it’s currently in Gemini sextiling the New Moon, trining Jupiter in Aquarius, and squaring Neptune in Pisces. Let’s unpack that:
The Sextile to the New Moon presents an opportunity to connect with others and share our individual approach, or teach something that we feel passionate about; ask yourself:
Who might need the information I can provide? Who might provide me with the information I need? What needs to be shared or communicated so I can move forward faster?
Mars’ Trine to Jupiter in Aquarius gives us a chance to connect with like-minded people, expand each other’s minds, and share information that allows us to see the bigger picture. Our positive attitude helps us to take risks that get us unstuck, and we have the vigor to blast through challenges, so ask yourself: What could I tackle right now that seemed impossible before?
Mars’ Square to Neptune in Pisces asks us to make some adjustments and do a little stretching and growing around our inner and/or emotional experiences. We tend to either over- or underestimate our own passion and abilities. We look for some vision, ideal, or dream to motivate us or stir our imagination. As best as you can, be gentle with yourself and others, seek to understand before seeking to be understood.
We also tend to feel scattered at this time. Should you observe that in yourself, try asking: What might happen if I slowed down and listened to my intuition instead of aimlessly zooming ahead?
Another thing worth mentioning: Mercury in Aries makes a mutual reception to Mars in Gemini — in other words, these planets are in each other’s signs at the time of the New Moon and therefore “mutually” supporting each other’s agenda. This gives us the opportunity to connect thought and action — we seek out mental stimulation from sharing, teaching, learning, writing, etc. — and want to immediately and courageously share the output.
Allow yourself to be passionate and enthusiastic about any new information you find yourself processing. Rather than rushing into things, stay open to learning, remain curious, and remember that every teacher is also a student and vice versa.
Ask yourself: What if I listened to myself 5% more? What if I had 5% more faith that I’d be heard? What might I discover about my thinking processes and what I am enthusiastic about? What actions can I take based on what I am currently learning?
To sum it all up: Chiron teaches us that there is no separation between the physical and spiritual realm, nor between humanity and the rest of creation; healing happens when we are able to (re)connect to all of who we are, to our humanity, our divinity, and our unity with all life. Ask yourself: Where lies the most direct path towards wholeness? How might directing kindness and compassion towards myself support me on that path?
The highest expression of the Aries energy is expressed when we lead others by example and inspiration — they follow because they see our courage, our enthusiasm for life, and want to be a part of that.
Ask yourself: What might open up if, once a day for the next 28 days, I tuned into myself and simply listened to the higher vibrations of my being?What if dared to lead from the heart exactly as I am? What if I were the one who inspired others? Taught compassion? Connection to the divine? If that were true, what single, simple action step would I take right now in support of my own or someone’s healing process?
As best as you can, be patient and brave — listen to your inner voice and bring your unique, passionate, human Self to the world. Remember that each of us makes this journey in our own way, and in our own time, so focus on yourself — your path, your truth — rather than on what lies beyond your control.
To learn more about this month’s New Moon, please click here to watch my video.
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Do you have your Ascendant (or any personal planets) in 20-25 degrees of either Aries, Libra, Capricorn or Cancer? If so, you may feel the effects of this New Moon more strongly. This is also true for those of us who have our Ascendant or Sun-sign in Leo or Cancer (the Sun rules Leo; the Moon rules Cancer).
The New Moon is also the best time to set some intentions for this month’s Moon cycle — this process is especially powerful with the New Moon in Aries — and as always, this is best done soon after the New Moon becomes exact (and definitely not during a Moon void of course)
So this month, we have two opportune times frames for setting intentions. The first one lasts 9.5 hours, between 10:31pm on April 11th and 8:06am on April 12th; and the second one lasts 33 hours from 1:44pm on April 12th until 10:31pm on April 13th (as always, all times are EDT). For more info on setting New Moon Intentions click here.
If you live in a timezone other than EDT (US East Coast-time), I recommend you join my Facebook Fan-page or follow me on twitter as I post reminders on April 11th in the late evening, on April 12th in the afternoon/evening, and on April 13th throughout the day, to let you know when it is the most potent time to set your intentions 😉
Sonja’s passion is for connecting with people and helping them transform their lives. This led her to train as a life coach, in addition to her lifelong study of Astrology. With her Readings, her coaching and her Soul-Based Astrology Courses she aims to empower and support people in fulfilling their life’s potential and aligning with Soul Purpose.
