by Linda Kaye | Jul 26, 2022 | 2022, Current Astro News, News
Thursday, July 28, 2022
10:54 a.m. Pacific Time
5°38′ Leo
You don’t have to rev up your creativity. It’s exactly the opposite.
It’s about dropping into your authenticity. To feel your own heart
of hearts and breathe life into your deep wisdom. ~ Dr. Sue Morter
As July culminates, the fireworks turn alchemical! That’s because this month’s fiery New Moon in Leo is activating powerful heart-centered shifts! Why? Because 1) astrologically, the heart is Leo’s domain and 2) there are potent aspects occurring alongside this lunation.
Action-oriented Mars and electrically charged Uranus are both aspecting ever-changing Mercury. These aspects are active for the next couple of days, during which, unforeseen and/or uncomfortable circumstances could present themselves. We may also find it challenging to stay focused.
If a tricky situation does arise, we can exercise a calm heart-centered approach with the intention of alchemically transmuting any disturbances into higher wisdom. However, beware … these are powerful aspects that have the potential to ignite impulsive reaction versus heartfelt responses. They also have the ability to inspire us to actualize our creative aspirations.
Fortuitously, both the Moon and Sun are making a benefic aspect with stationing Jupiter, who’s soon to turn retrograde (see note below). Optimistic, wise and noble, philosophical, and adventurous — Jupiter symbolizes the quest for higher ideals. If Jupiter becomes arrogant, however, ideals morph into dogma. This retrograde cycle will encourage us to revisit these areas of our own life and make any necessary adjustments.
It’s time to ignite an alchemical fire
within our hearts and activate our creative power!
In closing, because the heart is ruled by Leo, it is important during this New Moon to set intentions that breathe life into our heart’s desires. This is essential for all of us, but especially Leos, who can develop physical heart ailments when they do not follow their hearts. The essence of our creative light and the ability to love ourselves and others exists within the center of our heart.
Leo New Moon Key Words: I Am, creative actualization, passion, purpose, leadership, romance and love affairs, generous, playfulness and the inner child, heart consciousness, pride, self-love.
Meteor Showers: The Delta Aquariids are expected to peak around midnight on July 29 and will be especially visible on a clear night during this Dark New Moon phase. They’ll be showering us with their lightshow for a couple of weeks — enjoy!
Note
Jupiter is “stationed” or “standing still” from our perspective here on Earth and will turn retrograde (to move backwards) on July 29 thru November 23, 2022. Currently in Aries, the gas–giant will revisit the sign of Pisces on October 27 and will remain in Pisces thru December 20.
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by Linda Kaye | Jul 11, 2022 | 2022, Current Astro News, News
Wednesday, July 13, 2022
11:37 a.m. Pacific Time
21°27′ Capricorn
The choice to be used as an instrument of love, right here, right now,
is a choice for personal empowerment. ~ Marianne Williamson
Full Moons are typically experienced as the most potently charged phase of the lunation cycle. Since this is a Super Full Moon (1) you can expect its reflected energies to be more heightened than a regular Full Moon, especially since it conjoins the planet related to intensity and quantum power — Pluto.
Capricorn is associated with the physical elements of time and matter — both from a Newtonian as well as a quantum perspective.(2) The opposition of two these signs are always seeking integration. As the Capricorn goat strives to reach the top of the mountain, one-step-at-a-time, it often finds its success during critical juncture points of both physical and emotional maturation.
To shift your life in a desired direction,
you must powerfully shift your subconscious. ~ Kevin Michel
Astrologically, the Moon represents our subconscious and internal emotional nature and the Sun our external passion and direction. Because the Sun is traveling through the Moon’s sign — Cancer, while conjoining the planet associated with our thought processes — Mercury, we will want to intend our thoughts towards a quantum transformation (Pluto) of any buried emotions and negative thinking that keeps us from experiencing our power and passion for life.
Capricorn is the sign associated with the themes of maturity, time, authority, the father archetype, outer-world responsibilities (career/society), control, fear, and emotional repression. Following are a few contemplative questions for this Super Full Moon:
- Do you take on too much responsibility or do you avoid it all together?
- Are you able to maintain your own authority or do you give away to others and feel disempowered?
- Do you trust in a divine plan, or do you try to control your surroundings and/or the behavior and lives of others?
- Are you a mature self-sufficient adult or do you remain dependent on others for your wellbeing?
- Do you have faith in the flow of grace in your life or are you fearful and pessimistic?
Destructive patterns often mask deeply buried emotions. During this Super Full Moon, you can ask that any unconscious and self-sabotaging behaviors be illuminated. Once acknowledged, you can put a plan in place to make the necessary changes so you can fulfil your authentic desires of responsibility, passion, and the right use of power.
This Super Full Moon is a beautiful opportunity to take “time” to evaluate the areas of your life that may need more emotional and physical maturation before they can culminate. Be patient with yourself and enjoy your personal journey, knowing that you do not have to reach the top of the mountain in one leap.
Notes
1. A Super Full Moon is described by Astronomers as a Perigee Moon — the point where its elliptical orbit is closest to the Earth’s surface which will allow the Moon to appear approximately 14% larger and 30% brighter than normal.
2. Quantum physicists propose that there is no such thing as the past–present Newtonian model of “time” as represented in our third-dimensional reality here on Earth and suggest that energetic waves within the quantum field allow for infinite simultaneous realities.
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by Linda Kaye | Jun 27, 2022 | 2022, Current Astro News, News
Tuesday, Jun 28, 2022
7:52 p.m. pacific time
7°22′ Cancer
Emotion arises at the place where mind and body meet.
It is the body’s reaction to your mind — or you might say,
a reflection of your mind in the body. ~ Eckhart Tolle
The watery sign of the crab (Cancer) is ruled by the Moon herself and is associated with security, family, and our need for balance between our inner versus outer world. The Sun’s movement into Cancer (the Summer Solstice) marks the first days of summertime in the Northern Hemisphere, creating a desire for outdoor activities with family and friends, preferably in Cancer’s domain — near or in large bodies of water.
New Moons encourage us to initiate new beginnings and this month’s New Moon horoscope emphasizes themes associated with the significations of Cancer, the 7th house, and Black Moon Lilith (Lilith)1 — each making challenging aspects with Jupiter — the planet associated with law and justices.
Cancer is a feminine sign that astrologically, among other things, represents deep-rooted emotions, women, and the womb. Lilith is a rebellious and assertive symbol that tends to emphasize challenging traits associated with her astrological significations.
In this case, with Lilith in Cancer closely conjunct the New Moon in the 7th house (court of law) square Jupiter (the law), we are currently witnessing the expression of passionate feelings (Cancer) regarding women’s rights. Additionally, the “Fire of Spirit” asteroid, Vesta, is making a supportive aspect to this New Moon and Lilith. How strong, how long, and how far will this fiery passion for justice blaze and can it be put out?
These important New Moon signatures are occurring as the Sun makes its journey through the zodiac signs of Cancer and Leo — the Dog Days of Summer — a term corresponding with the hot and sweltering days that the ancients observed when the brightest star in the heavens, Sirius, rose and set alongside our Sun.
For millennia, stars have been observed by our ancestors and regarded as having divine qualities. Native peoples deemed Sirius the “Great Star Nation” and considered it the home (Cancer) of our star brothers and sisters. Many believe that Sirius is the origin of our teachers from ancient times. Sirius was also considered the birthplace of “the gods” by the early Egyptians and is still considered as such by the Dogon tribe in Africa.
The Sun will make its exact conjunction with Sirius (14°21′ Cancer) on July 6 at 3:40 a.m. pacific time.2 However, the entire Dog-Days-of-Summer cycle occurs several days before and after the exact conjunction. Believed to have the ability to make the mundane sacred, Sirius is often described as our Spiritual Sun.
Astrologically, our Solar Sun rules the sign of Leo, which is associated with the heart. For eons, this annual celestial union between our Sun and Sirius has been revered for its heavenly combustion of energy and its ability to heighten Sirius’s transmission of highly charged divine energy into our Solar system. Pay close attention during this period and feel (Cancer) into your heart (Leo) and let this infusion of solar-spiritual energy awaken you to your divine potential.
Since the fiery Sun purifies and Cancerian waters cleanse, we can embrace these warm summer months as an excellent time to initiate the purification of our emotional, mental, and physical bodies. Therefore, make it a point to welcome the healing rays of the Sun and immerse yourself in water whenever you can to wash away any stagnant or pent-up energy caused by working too much or by prolonged periods indoors.
Key Cancer New Moon Themes: the womb, motherhood, women, feminine, emotional security, early conditioning, family and domestic priorities, home, intuitive, nurturing, protective of others, feelings, moody (crabby), tenacious, enjoys the water
Notes:
- Black Moon Lilith is not a celestial body but rather a mathematical point used in astrology.
- Each year this occurs at a different time due to the precession of the equinoxes, whereby the celestial poles move, and all the fixed stars shift slightly from one year to the next, moving roughly 1° approximately every 72 years.
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by Linda Kaye | Jun 20, 2022 | 2022, Current Astro News, News
The First Day of Summer & the Longest Day of the Year
Solstice is derived from two Latin words:
Sol meaning Sun, and sistere to cause to stand still.
0° Cancer
Tuesday, June 21 at 2:14 a.m. PDT
2022 ushers in the beginning of summer in the early morning hours of June 21th.(1) The June Solstice marks the Sun’s movement into the sign of Cancer and the longest day of the year — the beginning of summer.(2) Annually, on this day, the Sun appears to stand still as it reaches its furthest point in the Northern Hemisphere. Now, until the Winter Solstice (Dec. 21), the days will continue to grow shorter as the Sun heads south and enters Capricorn where it simultaneously joins the Southern Cross for three days to be reborn so it can resume its annual journey North, yet again.
Celebrated throughout the world, the changing of the seasons are a mystical astronomical occurrence. The movement of the Sun during the Equinoxes and Solstices, and many other celestial events, have been recorded for millennium at countless ancient sacred sites. One powerful Solstice example is that of the Sun’s perfect astronomical alignment with the ancient Cocev Kamen rock observatory, as depicted above.(3) As with our ancestors, experiencing and aligning to the mysteries of the heavens can provide us a special glimpse into the greatness of our universe and the unseen forces behind it.
Cancer — the watery sign of the crab is ruled by the Moon and associated with the womb, security, family, and balancing our inner versus outer world. With the Cancer Sun’s initiation of summer, we can find ourselves wanting to get outdoors to play and spend time with family and friends, often near or in water. Since the fiery Sun purifies and water cleanses, we can embrace these warm summer months as a time to purify and cleanse our spirit. Immersing ourselves in large bodies of water and letting the liquid light of the Sun wash away stagnant pent-up energy caused by spending too much time indoors will deeply invigorate us.
By honoring this season of creation, we can embrace a renewed and conscious awakening consciousness. Get outdoors and share and rejoice in the ever-giving gift of warmth and inspiration that the Sun bestows to each of us during this season.
Key Cancer New Moon Themes: the womb, motherhood, women, feminine, emotional security, early conditioning, family and domestic priorities, intuitive, nurturing, protective of others, feelings, moody (crabby), tenacious, enjoys the water
Notes:
1. The Summer Solstice typically occurs on the 20th or 21st and occasionally (albeit rarely) on the 22nd.
2. In the Southern Hemisphere June 20 is the shortest day of the year and December 21 is the longest.
3. Cocev Kamen is a megalithic observatory located in Kokino, Macedonia and is ranked by NASA as the 4th in age, behind Abu Simbel in Egypt, Stonehenge in Great Britain, and Angkor Vat in Cambodia.
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by Linda Kaye | Jul 22, 2021 | 2021, Current Astro News, News
Friday, July 23, 2021
7:36 pm pacific time
1°26′ Aquarius
You may believe that you are responsible for what you do,
but not for what you think. The truth is that you are responsible for what
you think, because it is only at this level that you can exercise choice.
What you do comes from what you think. — Marianne Williamson
Aquarius is the celestial sign that bestows the universal cosmic waters onto humankind. Although Aquarius is an air sign, it was referred to by the early Greeks as The Water Bearer. This connection through the healing element of water symbolizes Aquarius’s cosmic ambrosia (amrita in Sanskrit), the drink of immortality and the divine substance that gives, nourishes, and restores life. Aquarians, in general, are altruistic, individualists, eccentric, and freedom oriented. As an air sign, they are interested in ideas and thoughts (think cosmic–mind) and are the brilliant innovators of the zodiac.
The reflection of the Aquarian Full Moon occurs through the Sun in Leo. The illuminating Leo–Aquarian beams-of-light will inspire you to distinguish between the desires of your ego versus the desires of your heart (Leo). Among many qualities, Aquarius represents our hopes and wishes, and yearns for the manifestation of a better world. The sign of the courageous-regal lion embodies leadership and passion. Leo encourages creative actualization in all its divine expression. Both are ultimately seeking higher forms of love.
This year and next, the Aquarian Full Moon will conjunct Saturn in Aquarius. Saturn is currently in aspect to Uranus — the ruling planet of Aquarius. Saturn’s highest expression symbolizes morals, responsibility, accountability, integrity, justice, and the ongoing need to restructure that which is obsolete. Uranus symbolizes liberation and the dismantling of obstacles that stand in the way of radical change. Combined, these two planets (Saturn and Uranus) are a powerful catalyst for transformative growth: Use Saturn’s determination to focus your mind and create Uranian change in your life.
Go outside under the Full Moon’s illuminating rays and celebrate your individuality! Set new intentions to aspire to recognize your unique gifts, new radical ways of thinking with your cosmic-mind, and to having new experiences that bring awakening and revitalization to your life.
Aquarius Full Moon Key Words: hopes, wishes, dreams, brilliant ideas, surprising and inspiring events, futuristic revitalization, responsibility, right action, diligence, justice, leadership, co-creation, courage
Related Article: Saturn in Aquarius (December 17, 2020 — March 8, 2021)
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by Linda Kaye | Jul 13, 2021 | 2021, Current Astro News, News
Venus and Mars Reunite
19°48′ Leo
Tuesday, July 13 at 6:14 a.m.
The last conjunction between Venus and Mars occurred on August 24, 2019
(almost 2 years ago) and the next will occur on February 16, 2022 (only 7 months from now).
Venus–Mars conjunctions are powerful events and this one is occurring in the royal fire sign of Leo. Let’s explore some of the Venus and Mars astrological qualities and their mythology before delving into the conjunction and what it means.
Astronomically, one cannot speak of Venus without paying homage to her luminosity as she would definitely win the planetary night lightshow for her brilliance. When in her evening phase, she is the most visible planetary-star in our solar system and 25 times brighter than the brightest fixed-star, Sirius.
Astrologically, Aphrodite’s planet of love (Venus) represents the need for balance between our love of self and our love of others. Venus bestows love, harmony, physical beauty, the fine arts, social dynamics, and wealth into the world. Essentially, her ultimate wish is to just be adored.
It is Venus that informs us of what and who we like and dislike (what we are attracted to or repulsed by), how hard we are willing to work for what we want, our esthetic inclinations, etc. From Aphrodite’s perspective, life is all about attracting to herself (in abundance) all the loveliness that the world has to offer. She’s not so materialistic as she is desiring of being surrounded by beautiful things.
The red planet, Mars, represents the Warrior. Hence, the God of War strives to protect with courage, bravery, and fearlessness. When at its best, Mars operates from a raw impulsive instinct that is loyal and protective. Because Mars thrives on adventure and action it also highlights ardent romance. As much as Mars enjoys the conquest it also enjoys the adventure of love, and therefore, is often restless in love.
Mars thrives while initiating brand new cycles of adventure and self-discovery but can become easily enraged when its freedom-loving nature and unfulfilled desires or passions are thwarted. Mars is fiery! Ever youthful and often immature, Mars can be irresponsible.
Leo is the royal fire sign that is linked to the heart. Leo loves romance and can be the true romantic of the zodiac. It’s important to note that Classical Astrology associates Leo with romantic liaisons rather than long-term partnership. That said, Leo can definitely create the spark that is needed to generate an enduring committed relationship.
The fire of the lion ignites passion, drama, inspiration, and the ability to single-mindedly focus on one’s goals. This is the sign that encourages creative self-expression and heart consciousness — cultivation of love for oneself. Leo also represents children and our inner child, playfulness, joy, etc.
Venus and Mars’s mythological relationship depicts a sacred and forbidden love. Venus was married, but also secretly in love with Mars, of who she has a romantic affair with. After Venus and Mars’s lovemaking, Venus watches over him as he falls into a deep erotic sleep. Even as the mischievous elves try to awaken him with his own weapons he remains oblivious and unprotected.
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Because of Venus’s feminine love, she has the ability to absorb Mars’s more assertive and vital masculinity. Hence, the mythological union between the feminine (Venus) and the masculine (Mars) is one of inner balance — one cannot not exist without the other. Is there a safe place for your inner Mars to unite with your inner Venus?
Now that we’ve covered some basic qualities of Venus, Mars, and Leo, as well as the mythology involving the “cosmic-lovers” we can better deduce the meaning of this month’s Venus–Mars conjunction. Mars likes adventure and conquest and Venus wants beauty and union. Are your cosmic-lovers in harmony with each other?
Since all conjunctions are new cycles of beginning, we can ask ourselves if there is something in our life that needs to end so we can begin anew. If not, great! Focus on creatively actualizing more love of self and others. Set new goals of adventure, discovery, and most of all, fun! If you would like to begin a new partnership or you wish to transform a current one, use this period to instill new motivation and heightened inspiration for your desires.
Along with the New Moon in Cancer on July 9, the Venus–Mars conjunction is a great opportunity to super-charge any intentions you began at that time, especially in the realm of relationship.
Venus–Mars Key Words: passion, desire, love, adventure, self-discovery, creative actualization, inspiration, motivation, playfulness–inner child, heart consciousness, self love, feminine-masculine balance, romance
The Night Sky: Astronomically, these two planets will appear closely together from June 27 to July 21. Mark your calendar for July 12 & 13, as the sliver of the Crescent Moon combined with the Venus–Mars conjunction are sure to prove a stunning trio.
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