by Linda Kaye | Nov 17, 2021 | 2021, Current Astro News
November Lunar Eclipse
Best viewed in North America and Hawaii, Alaska, Eastern Asia, Australia, New Zealand, and Japan. Although considered a Partial Eclipse, 97% of the Moon will be eclipsed by the Earth’s shadow — 3% shy of a Total Eclipse.
Friday, November 19, 2021
12:57 a.m. pacific time
27°14′ Taurus
“Scarcity of self-value cannot be remedied by money, recognition,
affection, attention or influence.” ~Gary Zukav
This is the second and final Full Moon Lunar Eclipse of 2021 and from start to finish it is reported to last six hours, the duration of which hasn’t occurred in centuries. Regardless of where on Earth we are located and whether we can visibly see an eclipse, the disruptions it causes in the Earth’s magnetic field can be felt by each of us. Eclipses come in pairs with the second one — a Solar Eclipse in Sagittarius — occurring on December 3, 2021.
During a Full Moon Eclipse, the Earth comes between the Sun and the Moon, whereby the Earth’s shadow blocks the Moon’s light. Obviously, not all Full Moons are Lunar Eclipses for it is only during an eclipse that the Sun and Moon align with the nodes of the Moon. These nodal points of the Moon are what many astrologers associate with our evolutionary growth, shifts of consciousness, and destiny — individually and collectively. Combined with the below significations and because this current eclipse is just 3% shy of being a Total Eclipse, it is sure to get our attention!
Eclipses help us create shifts that encourage us to release outmoded patterns and make room for new beginnings. They work on three levels: personal, collective, and ultimately, the integration of both. Where there is inner uncertainty, an eclipse will encourage us to seek clarity and transformation. Pay close attention to the revelations occurring in your life during this powerful eclipse season (mid-November thru mid-December).
At 27° Taurus, this eclipse is closely aligned with the two fixed stars, Algor at 26° Taurus, and Alcyone at 0° Gemini. Algor resides in the constellation of Perseus and Alcyone is the brightest star in the Pleiades. Algor represents the feminine principals of passion and intensity and often gets a bad rap as the most destructive fixed star in the heavens. Alas, these powers can be used positively or negatively. Alcyone symbolizes visions, mystical abilities, and ruthless judgment. Therefore, with these two stars influencing the overall theme of this eclipse, you will want to employ cautious discernment, communicate with mindfulness, seek clarity and trust your intuition in all matters.
The ruling planet of this eclipse, Venus, is traveling through the sign of Capricorn and just two days ago (November 17) entered her shadow period as she prepares to turn retrograde on December 20 – January 30. This is important because Venus doesn’t regularly turn retrograde like the rest of the planets, rather she only retrogrades once every 548 days or so. Consequently, Venus adds considerable meaning to this eclipse because she will encourage each of us to take responsibility and seriously (both, Capricorn themes) reassess relationship matters, our personal values, as well as our financial security (Venus). You can click here to discover more on Venus Retrograde.
Spiritually, Taurus represents the divine and sacred mysteries. Taurus is the zodiac sign that is connected to the inner side of Venus marking this an auspicious time to turn inward and focus on one’s connection with the self and the divine spark within. Synonymous with LOVE, when associated with Taurus, Venus asks us to cultivate a loving relationship with our inner self.
What do you truly value and how do you love others based on those values? Expect this period to bring about inner revelations about how you love yourself and others. Most importantly, if you currently believe that your security comes from external resources then now is an excellent time to contemplate and initiate new intentions for the following:
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- To appreciate beauty and the finer things in life without needing
to possess.
- To display self-worth that radiates inner security regardless of my financial status.
- To honor and nurture my individual gifts and values.
- To love myself unconditionally.
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 and destiny.
Skywatch: Look for the Pleiades star cluster near the Eclipsed Moon.
Related Astrological Articles
Venus Retrograde
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by Linda Kaye | Nov 3, 2021 | 2021, Current Astro News
Thursday, November 4, 2021
2:14 p.m. PDT
12°40′ Scorpio
Grapes must be crushed to make wine
Diamonds form under pressure
Olives are pressed to release oil
Seeds grow in darkness
Whenever you feel crushed, under pressure, pressed, or in darkness,
you’re in a powerful place of transformation and transmutation.
Trust the process. — Lalah Delia
Scorpio is the zodiac sign that symbolizes death and rebirth (transformation), and it’s no coincidence that the Sun resides in the sign of the Scorpion during Halloween and Dia de los Muertos — the two holidays that recognize and honor dead souls. In general, during Scorpio season (Oct. 22 – Nov. 21), the veils between the realms are especially thin, allowing us to feel the presence of deceased loved ones more easily.
A Scorpio New Moon illuminates personal power dynamics, evolutionary intentions of the soul, compulsions of all kinds, secrets, suspicion, possessions, other people’s money, passion, sexuality, and transformation. When Scorpio is highlighted, opportunity for internal change and transmutation abounds.
As a water sign, Scorpio represents our emotional body and, more specifically, our deep unconscious. Scorpio is analogous to a lotus flower whose roots reside in the murky-watery depths as its blossom brilliantly reaches for the light. For many of us, balancing between the dark and light may seem less graceful than the above lotus analogy and feel more like an intense inner stirring about to give rise to a messy cathartic release.
Regardless of the form the Scorpionic process takes, the aim is to reveal and embrace our hidden emotions and passions so we can heal and and unite with our own inner light and authentic self.
Following is a lovely Scorpionic prose by C. Joybell C.:
I have entered into the darkest regions of myself, bearing torches
and lighting candles. I have left a burning lamp in each lonely
cave of my person; I have planted roses in every swamp of my
mind; I have ignited stars in all the nights of my heart. I have lit
myself on fire to walk through my soul. I have glowed as my own
moon when there was no moon within me. I have done all that
was necessary. Now watch me become the light, watch me be
the light, watch me illume as light inside of light, watch me
emerge as light.
Uranus, the planet of sudden and unexpected change is transiting through the earthy-zodiac sign that represents our security and deepest values — Taurus. Because Uranus is within minutes of making an exact opposition aspect to this New Moon it will add unforeseen elements to the mix. Think “Uranian” electrical–brain impulses and/or messages from “the field” of your higher consciousness. Simultaneously, Scorpio wishes to eliminate that which is no longer serving your personal destiny. Combined, these two energies can create impatience and a compelling need to transmute the stagnant (Scorpio) areas of your life so you can embrace your future with freedom and liberation (Uranus).
As you likely know, New Moons are a time to plant seeds of intention for new beginnings and projects. Stay mindful, however, because following this annual New Moon in Scorpio through November 9 and 10, four planets will be creating challenging aspects with one another.(1) Diligent discipline and caution will be required to navigate these potent energies, especially during the days leading up to November 9 and 10. Slow down, and plan for potential interruptions, frustration, and obstacles — adopt Sage–like mindfulness and prepare to mindfully respond to situations and people versus react. This period can be successfully navigated through meditation and inner contemplation versus the force of our egoic will. On 11.11 we can look forward to some exhilaration and expansion as the Moon joins Jupiter in Aquarius around noon pacific time.
Note
1. The traditional ruling planet of Scorpio (Mars), along with Mercury (both at 7° Scorpio), will be making two exact square aspects. The first will be with Saturn and the second with the Moon (7° Aquarius) on November 9 and 10, 2021.
Related Article: The Sun–Moon Lunation Cycle
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by Linda Kaye | Oct 19, 2021 | 2021
Dates & Times
TOTAL LUNAR – May 26, 2021 (Wed)
5°25′ Sagittarius – 3:31 a.m.
ANNULAR (bright ring) SOLAR– Jun 10, 2021 (Thurs)
19°47′ Gemini – 2:52 a.m.
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PARTIAL LUNAR – Nov 19, 2021 (Fri)
27°14′ Gemini – 12:57 a.m.
TOTAL SOLAR – Dec 3, 2021 (Fri)
12°22′ Sagittarius – 11:42 p.m.
Note: Above times are based on pacific time.
2021 has two Lunar and two Solar Eclipses. These four Eclipses, along with several other important astrological events, are portending yet more change for this year, destined to be a time of great import, with major shifts occurring on both the individual as well as the collective level. Watch for the 2021 Eclipse details in my newsletter.
A Solar Eclipse occurs when the Moon travels between the Sun and the Earth and Lunar Eclipses occur when the Earth passes between the Sun and the Moon. Lunar Eclipses occur during a Full Moon about two weeks before or after a Solar Eclipse (New Moon).
Eclipses are potent celestial events because they imbue our psyches with the essence and spirit of “a great mystery.” Humankind has long been captivated by Eclipses and their cosmic potential of revelatory happenings. Eclipses provide us with an opportunity to uncover areas of our life that were previously hidden and need our attention.
During an Eclipse the Sun and the Moon align with the nodes of the Moon, which astrologers often characterize as “Points of Destiny,” and therefore correlating the nodes with both our individual and collective growth. Solar Eclipses, in particular, provide opportunities for transformation — the ending of an old cycle and the beginning of a new one. At an Eclipse, you can initiate a profound period of regeneration by aligning with your destiny and embracing any necessary changes that arise.
The darkening that occurs during an Eclipse has symbolically and historically been linked to the unveiling of something deeply hidden, an ominous secret, or the potential revelation of a great mystery.
Because Eclipses can be harbingers of great transformation and change they 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. In general, changes are prevalent during Eclipses, so try to remain flexible and try not to judge anything that occurs as good or bad.
The ancient sages felt that the days just before and after 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 2021 by Linda Kaye
by Linda Kaye | Oct 19, 2021 | 2021, Current Astro News
27°26′ Aries
Wednesday, October 20, 2021
7:56 a.m. pacific time
The central question of a warrior’s training is not how we
avoid uncertainty and fear but how we relate to discomfort.
How do we practice with difficulty, with our emotions, with the
unpredictable encounters of an ordinary day? ― Pema Chödrön
The October Full Moon is highlighting the Aries-warrior archetype. A Full Moon in Aries only occurs once a year and this one marks an optimal time to fortify our spiritual-warrior nature and courageously face one of the ugliest and most destructive themes of our current era: divisiveness.
Full Moons occur when the Moon moves into an opposition to the Sun and reflects its light. In this case, the Full Moon in Aries is reflecting the light of the Sun in Libra — the sign that strives for harmony and equality within all our relationships. Aries is the sign associated with the self and our deep instinctual need to express our individual uniqueness. This energetic dance between these two signs calls our attention to our personal landscape (Aries), while simultaneously illuminating any interpersonal imbalances (Libra).
Furthermore, as the first sign of the zodiac, Aries is known for its independent, impulsive, and strategizing-warrior nature. Aries thrives when it’s initiating brand new cycles of adventure and self-discovery and can become easily enraged when unfulfilled desires or its innate need for freedom are thwarted. Interestingly, during this Full Moon, the ruling planet associated with Aries (the warrior god, Mars) is in the sign of Libra and closely aligned with the Sun. Also, in the sign of Libra is Mercury, who just two days ago, began moving direct again. Therefore, this Full Moon is encouraging us to look at where we need to initiate more balance, peace, and harmony in our relationships and create the freedom we need to pursue our goals and fortify our inner warrior.
Our spiritual teachers remind us that the outer world is but a reflection of our inner world — both individually and collectively. Swiss psychiatrist Carl Jung coined this phenomenon “the shadow.” Our personal shadow (the projection onto an outer situation or person) is the battle that the spiritual warrior is called to master. When we meditate and/or look deeply within ourselves for solutions we learn to strengthen our inner warrior’s admirable traits of compassion, loyalty, integrity, courage, accomplishment, and honor. These are each positive Aries traits that uplift and remind us that we are more similar than we are different and they empower us to generate cohesive unity vs. fragmented separation and division.
Pluto — God of the Underworld, is also in close aspect to this Full Moon, representing the possibility for transformative emotional revelations. Pluto can highlight deeply buried emotions and like a volcano they can suddenly erupt with a fierce force that takes us totally by surprise. Consequently, this Full Moon may find us feeling more sensitive than usual, and easily triggered. Under Pluto’s influence, it’s important to consciously observe our emotions and in so doing, we can better control our responses and empower ourselves to respond harmoniously and avoid overreacting.
The study of Astrology and the planetary cycles offers an amazing opportunity to realize the evolutionary purpose and spiritual destiny of our lives. Astrology promotes an ability to see beyond the veil and allows us to release judgments, opinions, and criticisms of others as we learn to understand — at the deepest level of our being — that everyone around us is on a unique and individual evolutionary journey that is distinctively intertwined with our own. The integration of this knowledge frees us to turn the lens inward and focus on our own personal destiny for the betterment of ourselves and therefore, the whole.
Aries Full Moon Key Words: Initiation, Warrior, Self-Discovery, Independence, Freedom, Exploration and Adventure, Instinctual Desires, Brand New Cycles, Harmonious Relationships.
© 2021 by Linda Kaye
by Linda Kaye | Oct 5, 2021 | 2021, Current Astro News
13°24‘ Libra
Wednesday, October 6, 2021
4:04 a.m. pacific time
Without balance in our lives, we become lopsided or incomplete.
— Angeles Arrien
This month’s New Moon is in close alignment with the two planets, Mars and Mercury, in the zodiac sign that represents the desire for harmonious partnerships — Libra.
Among many things, this is the astrological archetype that is associated with balance, specifically, the balance between giving and receiving. Because lunar cycles follow the evolution of the zodiac, each one offers us an opportunity to consciously embrace and infuse their innate wisdom into our lives. In so doing, we evolve and awaken to our true potential.
Because the Libra archetype is associated with codependency and the dynamic of giving more than receiving, this New Moon offers an opportunity to observe the areas of your life, especially relationships, where this behavior may be emphasized. When Libra is involved, sometimes the greatest gift we can give another person is to know when not to give, thereby allowing that individual to independently determine their own needs. Once you can personally maintain this equilibrium of giving and receiving in your life, you will find that any imbalances will automatically resolve themselves.
It is important to remember that you don’t have to be a Libra to be in need of learning the lesson of receiving. That’s because we all have Libra somewhere in our horoscope. Therefore, with Mercury currently retrograde in the sign of Libra (thru Oct. 18), we may find ourselves re-visiting our concept of right relationship. While simultaneously, the strong influence of the warrior-planet Mars can encourage cultivation of new ways of being in relationship.
Thus, this Libra New Moon is a great opportunity to:
1) reflect on your ideas (Mercury) of what right relationship (Libra) and receiving, in general, means for you.
2) do you feel worthy of receiving as much as you give?
3) plant new seeds of intentions during this super-charged (Mars) lunation so you can receive greater abundance in all areas of your life!
Lastly, Libra is associated with the kidneys and blood sugar balances, therefore, this will be a great time to commit to consuming less sugar and alcohol and finding healthy alternatives.
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