by Linda Kaye | Jun 4, 2016 | 2016, Current Astro News
Love is in the Air
The Gemini New Moon Joins the Planet of Love — Venus
14 degrees and 53 minutes
Saturday, June 4th at 8:00 p.m. PT
“I don’t trust people who don’t love themselves and tell me, ‘I love you.’ … There is an African saying which is: Be careful when a naked person offers you a shirt.” ― Maya Angelou
This month’s New Moon unites with Venus in the versatile sign of duality — Gemini. As an air sign, Gemini is known for its ability to dart about and amaze us with its lively curiosity. Venus’s alignment with this New Moon will encourage an intellectual exploration of your personal values to determine if they are in alignment with your close relationships.
This lunation is especially potent because it aligns with the current celestial T-square aspect between the planets Jupiter, Saturn and Neptune. Keywords and phrases for this powerful planetary alignment are: exploration of love and my personal values; expansion of “my” truth; culmination and restructuring of that which no longer serves my best interest; following my inner knowing. All of these phrases are important themes for this entire year but they are especially emphasized during this month’s lunation.
Mercury, the ruling planet of Gemini is located in Taurus during this lunation. Taurus is associated with self-sufficiency and self-love. Therefore, this lunation is providing a wonderful opportunity to enter into contemplation and create dialogues with others where you can express your ideas and beliefs about love. Determine what is working and maybe not working in your life. Can you let go of that which is not in alignment with your authentic self? Mercury is respected for swift and sometimes instantaneous expression. Therefore, take some time to explore and intend with youthful Gemini determination and be prepared for quick results.
A New Moon occurs in the first phase of the 28-day lunation cycle. During this phase, New Moons are often called Dark Moons because they are not visible to the naked eye. The darkness of a New Moon represents a symbolic time to plant seeds of intention for new beginnings in your life. As the Moon also represents cycles, this New Moon will be a great time to initiate endings and explore new prospects. Take time today and ceremonially set intentions for future growth that can sprout when the Sun’s light is once again reflected in the lunation cycle.
Copyright 2016 by Linda Kaye
by Linda Kaye | Apr 18, 2016 | 2016, Current Astro News
Thursday, April 21, 2016 – 10:23 p.m. pacific time
02 degrees and 30 minutes of Scorpio
“Behind the shadow there is light. Darkness does not have an existence of its own – it is but the absence of light. A ray of light is enough to dissipate the darkness of ignorance. A single wave of love is enough to calm all storms …” ~Sri Prem Baba
This month’s Full Moon is considered spiritually auspicious as people all over the world celebrate Buddha’s enlightenment. It was while the Moon was in her full phase in Scorpio that Buddha sat under the Bodhi tree and obtained Nirvana. The sign of the Scorpion encourages each of us to embrace the mysteries of death and rebirth. Cycles of darkness eventually awaken us to the wisdom of enlightenment that result from going deep within.
The Moon moves into Scorpio at 5:18 p.m. PT on Thursday afternoon and later in the evening enters into its Full Moon phase where it will remain until early Sunday morning. Because the Moon is traveling through the domain of the Scorpion it will highlight personal power dynamics, possessions, other people’s money, sexuality, and a need for deep internal transformations.
As a water sign, Scorpio represents our emotional realm and most specifically, our deep subconscious—also known as the underworld by the native shamans. This lunation cycle has the potential to suddenly illuminate hidden agendas and encourage long overdue transformation. If you desire change you will want to embrace this powerful Full Moon to transmute and transform your life.
Scorpio is feminine in nature and symbolizes the spiritual essence of the divine shakti — energy and power — which is recognized as the many faces of the divine feminine. In the Hindu tradition the divine shakti is known as the divine mother, the universal creator, destroyer of evil, and sustainer of all life. Her many faces are acknowledged as Kali, Durga, and the only female companion of Lord Shiva — Parvati. The divine union of Shiva and Parvati is symbolic of the powerful merger of equality between the sacred feminine and masculine.
The Full Moon in Scorpio only occurs once a year when the Moon is in opposition to the Sun and reflecting the solar energies of the zodiac sign Taurus. This is an especially powerful Full Moon because Mars, the traditional ruler of Scorpio, is currently retrograde and about to move back into the sign of Scorpio from May 27 – August 2. Therefore, remain vigilant as this Full Moon may offer a sneak preview of what is to unfold during that time period.
This lunation along with Mars retrograde offers the potential to illuminate hidden agendas and encourage long overdue transformation. If this is the case for you, draw upon the powerful energy of Scorpio to transmute and transform your life.
Scorpio Full Moon Key Words: Transformation, Secrets, Illumination, Power Dynamics, Sexuality, Possessions, Death & Rebirth.
Copyright 2016 by Linda Kaye
by Linda Kaye | Apr 6, 2016 | 2016, Current Astro News
Thursday, April 7, 2016 – 4:24 a.m. pacific time
18 degrees and 4 minutes of Aries
“The dharma of the sun is to illuminate and bring warmth. It illuminates and brings warmth to everyone equally without discriminating.” ~Sri Prem Baba
The Sun’s movement into 0° Aries (the Spring Equinox) marked the seasonal and Astrological New Year – and the official end of winter. Now that the Sun has crossed over the celestial equator and headed towards the Northern Hemisphere our days will continue to be longer and warmer.
Because this month’s New Moon coincides with the Astrological New Year there are two “new cycles” occurring simultaneously. Aries is the first sign of the zodiac and is known for its independent, impulsive, and strategizing warrior nature. It thrives when it is initiating brand new cycles of adventure and self-discovery and can become easily enraged when its freedom nature and unfulfilled desires are thwarted.
Freedom is given even more emphasis under this lunation due to its alignment with the electrical, rebellious, and revolutionary planet of change, Uranus – frequently referred to as “the Great Awakener.” With the Sun, Moon, and Uranus all in Aries, you are encouraged to seek the freedom to explore unexpressed aspects of yourself. A futuristic electric charge of change is in the air.
Intend new and exciting visions for your future. Rebel against self-doubt, denial, or other feelings and behavior that keep you from your true nature. Relinquish that which does not bring liberation to yourself and all sentient beings. Embark on and discover your very own brand-new frontiers!
Aries New Moon Key Words: Initiation, Self-Discovery, Independence, Freedom, Exploration and Adventure, Instinctual Desires, Brand New Cycle.
Copyright 2016 by Linda Kaye
by Linda Kaye | Apr 1, 2016 | 2016, Current Astro News
Current Retrograding Planets
The Task Master – Saturn – retrogrades in Sagittarius: March 26 – August 12
Passionate, Action-oriented Mars retrogrades through the signs of Sagittarius and Scorpio: April 18 – June 28
Transformational Pluto retrogrades in Capricorn: April 19 – September 25
Mercury, the Trickster, retrogrades in Taurus: April 29 – May 21
While on his trek through Sagittarius, the planet Saturn kicked off an impressive cosmic retrograde party shortly after the Equinox on March 26. Following closely behind Saturn and also in the sign of Sagittarius is Mars – the action-oriented planet that turns retrograde on April 18. The cosmic participants of this party list isn’t complete however, until Pluto turns retrograde on April 19, and Mercury joins the gathering on April 29. Wow! That’s a lot of “retro-movement!”
You may be wondering, “What exactly does it mean when a planet is retrograde?” From an astronomical perspective, retrograding planets appear to move backwards from our point on Earth, as they orbit around the Sun. However, they don’t really move backward, but rather move at an apparent backward speed from our Earth-centered perspective at certain times of the year.
Astrologically, retrograding planets are powerful and mysterious periods that encourage reflection on our past in order to gain a better understanding of our present life circumstances. As a planet retrogrades or travels backward by degree, it encourages us to contemplate where we’ve been and to notice where we are going.
Since Mars only turns retrograde once every two years, it will be the focal point of this retrograde party, as well as this article. Mars is a planet of passionate, outward action and manifestation. It thrives on adventure and can exude a strong “warrior” quality. Its natural propensities are passion, independence, impulsiveness, and leadership – while its evolutionary purpose is to initiate brand new cycles of adventure and self-discovery. However, during a Mars retrograde cycle, initiating new cycles of becoming may be temporarily put on-hold as this time period (April 18 – June 28) is better spent preparing for new action once Mars turns direct.
Because Mars is currently traveling alongside Saturn – also retrograde in Sagittarius – this will be an important time to evaluate where and how we find meaning in our lives. This can manifest in a couple of different ways: if there is lack of meaning in your life you may feel disheartened, restless, bored, and even blocked from pursuing a course of action. If, however, you are currently inspired by what is transpiring in your life, you can use this period to strategize and plan how you will start new projects once Mars turns direct on June 28.
Mars will retrograde into the sign of Scorpio on May 27. This transition back into Scorpio has the possibility of bringing about very intense experiences and emotions. It can incite a need to uncover the deep hidden mystery of your life. If something has been deeply buried within your psyche it may wish to reveal itself during this retrograde period. It will be important to monitor your feelings and to recognize that any powerful reactions emerging at this time can be indicators of repressed or unresolved past experiences that are now seeking your attention. This will be a powerful time of transformation if you choose to actively participate in healing and or removing anything blocking you from your desired future.
Lastly, while Mars is retrograde it is best to practice considered response versus impulsive reaction to situations and people in our lives. This period will also provide an opportune time to examine our egotistic actions and make appropriate adjustments where necessary.
Key Phrases for Mars Retrograde
Seek to develop deeper levels of meaning.
Question any beliefs that may be limiting my fullest potential.
Monitor intense emotions to identify their origin and need for transformation or healing.
Return to my center or “core” self.
Identify and examine motivations of egoic actions.
Learn to listen more closely to my inner versus external desires.
Create considered response versus acting impulsively.
Copyright 2016 by Linda Kaye
by Linda Kaye | Feb 21, 2016 | 2016, Current Astro News
Monday, February 22, 2016 – 10:19 a.m.
3 degrees and 33 minutes of Virgo
WOW! Did you happen to notice the date and degree of this month’s Full Moon? “2-22” and “3-33”? These two sacred Master Numbers are contributing to the high vibrational energies of the Virgo Full Moon. Master Numbers are known by numerologists to represent a connection to higher planes of existence. The number 22 denotes Mastery of Self and magnifies the feminine intuitive power and the number 33 indicates the proficient expression that exemplifies the Master Teacher. These Master Numbers combined with the Virgo Full Moon are providing an amazing opportunity to connect to higher states of consciousness that can guide you on your soul’s evolutionary path.
Full Moons occur when the Moon moves into an opposition to and reflects the light of the Sun—in this case, Pisces. When Virgo, and or Pisces, is emphasized in our horoscopes or in the heavens as they are under this Full Moon, we will want to pay special attention to our bodies, thoughts and spiritual practices. Pisces encourages us to dream our desires into reality. With this potent Full Moon we can intend to identify our imaginative dream-world and integrate it with the down-to-Earth reality of Virgo– unifying spirit and matter.
In the sign of Virgo, this Full Moon will encourage you to become more organized and meticulous with the details of your life. Use Virgo’s talent for analytical thinking and discrimination to generate new ventures that align with your Piscean desires and dreams. These dynamics are especially important if you want to enhance or change your daily work routine.
Jupiter is also currently moving through the sign of Virgo. Therefore, this Full Moon is highlighting benefic Jupiter’s optimistic domain of higher wisdom, expansive movement and philosophical ideals. This is a great opportunity to explore your personal thoughts and belief systems. Are you optimistic or pessimistic? Do your thoughts and beliefs support adventure, exploration and new growth? Are you experiencing fulfillment and meaning in your life? Following is a relevant and beautiful quote by Lao Tzu:
“Be careful what you water your dreams with. Water them with worry
and fear and you will produce weeds that choke the life from your dream.
Water them with optimism and solutions and you will cultivate success.
Always be on the lookout for ways to turn a problem into an opportunity
for success. Always be on the lookout for ways to nurture your dreams.”
The purification and integration of body, mind and spirit is Virgo’s most important domain. Pay special attention to your nutritional requirements, ways of thinking and communicating, as well as your spiritual needs. If any one of these essential areas is out of balance in your life, now is the time to set goals for improvement.
Virgo Key Words: Analyze, Discriminate, Daily Work, Purification, Diet, Health (intestines, nervous system, hands and feet), Mental Constructs, Spirituality
Join our Full Moon Ceremony on Monday, February 22
Copyright 2016 by Linda Kaye
by Linda Kaye | Feb 3, 2016 | 2016
19 degrees & 15 minutes
Monday, February 8, 6:38 a.m. PT
The sign of The Water Bearer and Freedom Seeker
Aquarius is the celestial sign that bestows the universal cosmic waters onto humankind and our planet. Although Aquarius is an air sign, it is known as The Water Bearer and this connection through the healing element of water symbolizes an ability to spread its cosmic gifts of giving and restoring life to humanity.
Among many things, Aquarius is the sign associated with futuristic thinking. Aquarians are humanitarian and philanthropic by nature and desire to make the world a better place. This February New Moon is harmoniously aligned to its modern ruler – Uranus – the Great Awakener. Uranus has a rebellious nature desirous of the freedom to take action and ensure evolutionary progress – change! More about Uranus in a moment…
This February New Moon also happens to be aligned in a challenging aspect with Mars. Mars is the god of action that provides the passion to embark on our instinctual desires. When Mars feels constrained, trapped or unable to move in the direction it desires it can become wrathful. Therefore, during this New Moon you may find yourself face-to-face and more than a little frustrated by any “stuck-ness” or “lack-of-movement” in your own life.
Fortunately, the two planets that rule Aquarius – Uranus and its classical ruler, Saturn – are supporting this lunation. Saturn in Sagittarius encourages freedom in order to explore a deeper meaning of life and Uranus in Aries can assist with the dismantling of barriers preventing deeper awareness and therefore growth. They are both powerful catalysts to radical change and forward movement. Their energies can compel us to find deeper meaning in our lives and subsequently ensure we make the necessary change to support our own evolution.
This New Moon is an important time to evaluate your desires and need for change. Is your life full of meaning or devoid of meaning? Are you feeling passionate or fearful about your future; trapped or free to move in the direction needed?
Set intentions for how you wish to experience the winds of Aquarius directing your life!
Join our Aquarius New Moon Astrology and Shamanic Drumming Ceremony!
Copyright 2016 by Linda Kaye
