June 1st, 2011 – 2: 03 pm PT, 5:03 pm ET
11 degrees and 01 minutes of Gemini
Destiny and the Upcoming Eclipse Trio
2011 will mark the rare occurrence of six eclipses in one year: four solar and two lunar. The first eclipse—a partial solar eclipse—occurred in January. On June 1, another partial solar eclipse will occur in Gemini kicking off a trio of eclipses within a month. The second eclipse of this trio will occur in Sagittarius on June 15 and is the first total lunar eclipse of 2011. The final of this noteworthy trio—a partial solar eclipse—occurs in Cancer on July 1st. Be sure and watch for important upcoming communication on this third eclipse and its significance as it ignites the Astrological Cardinal Cross. Lastly, the final two eclipses of 2011 will occur in November and December.
This month’s supercharged new moon and partial solar eclipse in Gemini will be visible from Siberia, Alaska, Northern Canada, Newfoundland, Iceland, and Scandinavia. Disruptions in the earth’s magnetic field occur during Eclipses. Therefore, regardless of where an Eclipse is visible, its influence can be felt by all of earth’s inhabitants. An eclipse occurs when the Sun, Moon and Earth are in alignment with the nodal axis of the Moon. Astrologically, the nodal axis points represent destiny, and in the horoscope they are the points that define your own personal destiny. You may recall that energetically, eclipses bring about the transformation of death and rebirth, as well as regeneration. Powerful psychic energies give birth to new information as the light of the luminaries darken during an eclipse. Once an eclipse is complete you are presented with an opportunity for rebirth.
Mercury, The Messenger of the God’s, is the ruling planet of Gemini, and Gemini and Mercury are both associated with our thought and communication processes. Experts have proven that our thoughts can create positive or negative effects within our lives, the lives of others, and nature. Therefore, look for this eclipse to illuminate personal thought patterns requiring conscious constructive change. Renowned scientist Gregg Braden describes this concept beautifully, “The physical world is a reflection of our love and fears. If we conquer our fears only then will we be free. Catastrophes cannot occur if we are vibrating love.”
With this powerful new moon solar eclipse occurring in the sign of Gemini we are being called to use the gifts of our destiny with a curious openness. Each new moon phase represents a time to set intentions for new beginnings. This initial eclipse is ushering in an urgent need to learn and discover new and diverse perspectives. It is a time to become conscious of our thought patterns and their effect on our well being and that of all sentient beings. Fortunately, Saturn the planet of discipline and structure is making an auspicious aspect to this new moon eclipse providing favorable support for initiating desired change.
The Mayan’s refer to this current transitional time on earth as The Shift of the Ages. And, these upcoming eclipses can be harbingers of even more transformation and change, as eclipses often coincide with unexpected earth events, stock market fluctuations and political upheavals. On a personal note, emotions can become intense if they’ve been denied or repressed. New and important experiences or people can suddenly come into your life, and simultaneously, others may be removed. Changes are prevalent during eclipses so try to remain flexible and try not to judge anything that occurs as good or bad.
The Sun symbolizes creativity, wisdom, strength and outward expression. It is the energy that gives us the confidence to plan for our future. During a solar eclipse the Moon blocks the light from the Sun and casts a shadow on Earth. Therefore, symbolically during the next month while we are under the direct influence of this stimulating eclipse trio we can find ourselves searching for our own light if the shadows of the mind and ego have created darkness. Fortunately, if this occurs, it is only temporary, as we are spiritual beings destined to awaken to our inner light.
The energies of an eclipse can be felt a couple of days before and after an eclipse. The ancient sages believed that eclipses were a time for meditation and learning; a special time to honor the spiritual aspects of your life. Try to keep your schedule light, remain internally focused, eat only pure foods, and do not consume alcohol. The veil between earth and the heavens is thinner during an eclipse, allowing you to more easily connect to the eternal universal wisdom that is your divine essence.
Copyright 2011 by Linda Kaye
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