June 27th, 2004
IT IS NOW THE YEAR OF THE WOOD MONKEY!!!
HIGHLIGHT: MOON IN LIBRA
MERCURY CONJUNCTS SATURN
| CURRENT ECLIPTIC LONGITUDE AND EQUATORIAL DECLINATION | |||
PLANET | SIGN | DECLINATION | RETROGRADE? |
| Sun | 06 CANCER 07 | 23 N 18 | NO |
| Moon | 27 LIBRA 00 | 09 S 21 | NO |
| Mercury | 16 CANCER 15 | 24 N 16 | NO |
| Venus | 09 GEMINI 46 | 18 N 10 | YES |
| Mars | 02 LEO 16 | 20 N 51 | NO |
| Jupiter | 12 VIRGO 52 | 07 N 50 | NO |
| Saturn | 15 CANCER 24 | 22 N 17 | NO |
| Uranus | 06 PISCES 41 | 09 S 47 | YES |
| Neptune | 14 AQUARIUS 59 | 16 S 24 | YES |
| Pluto | 20 SAGITTARIUS 23 | 14 S 10 | YES |
Tarot Aspects for Today
Moon in Libra
The moon has just moved into Libra, bringing some harmony to the energy now. You will make friends more easily, and will be attracted to refined and harmonious people and circumstances. This is a favorable aspect for partnerships in love, business or marriage. You may feel more popular and well-liked, it is a great time to demonstrate your inner kindness, good will and affectionate nature. We will all be more easily influenced and our judgement could be swayed by others, so make sure their intentions are positive for all concerned. You will feel more attracted to music, painting and the fine arts - a good time to express any untapped artistic or musical talent. You will want to show yourself to the world in a creative and attractive way - shopping for nice clothes is highlighted this weekend - just be careful of overspending. This transit adds an air that is more harmonious and well-balanced. Partnerships play a big part this weekend, so pay attention to all of your close relationships. We will all accomplish much more when we work in association with others. The tarot card that resonates to this energy is the Ace of Cups which speaks of positive, loving relationships, happiness, close companionship, new love and even marriage for some. Sensitivity, self-awareness, intuition, creative outpourings and spiritual experiences are all highlighted when this card shows its upright face.Mercury Conjunct Saturn
Now Mercury, the planet of communications and Saturn, ruler of responsibility are in almost the exact same placement in motherly Cancer. This adds an air of responsibility, contemplation and seriousness to our lives, where we will solve problems in a careful logical manner, and avoid the superficial in life to get to the "meat" or "heart" of it. We will prefer to apply ourselves to goals that are well within our reach. This is a particularly powerful transit for those whose careers fall in the fields of mathematics, drafting, engineering, architecture, teaching, or politics. Many of us will prefer to work alone at this time to avoid the irritation of being distracted by others, especially if they do not show the same degree of dedication as we do. Also, if our work is not meaningful in some way, we may well lose interest in it at this time. This is a difficult placement for those who are already shy and withdrawn since this transit makes us all feel like that - we will seek out more alone time, on the whole. It is important to allow some time to unwind and to coax your mind to relax and stop grinding in a non-stop logical fashion. Stress can get the best of us if we don't. The tarot card that resonates to this energy is the Nine of Wands which speaks of inner strength and a strong and resourceful character; one that we will need to draw on in present and future difficulties. It encourages us to maintain our status quo and to use the strong foundation that we have already established to move forward to approach the opportunities that arise.Sun in Cancer
This placement of the Sun brings forth energy that reflects the Mother, the Carer, the Psychic, the Counselor, and the Protector. Key energies for this 30 day transit are Sensitivity, Sympathy, and Affection. This is a very emotional and sensitive time when we are more apt to be ruled by our feelings, we become more deep and vulnerable. Some will put up a protective shell of shyness or reserve to hide this great sensitivity and feelings of inner caution. We will tend to withdraw to gather strength. We will also feel more sympathetic and kind, with a strong need to nurture, and many will assume the role of the parent, caregiver, or therapist in all kinds of relationships. Many will exhibit an extremely strong protective streak and will defend their loved ones against all odds. Home and family play a big part in this transit, and become the focus of our need for identity and security. Our moods will fluctuate like the tide, yet we will be naturally affectionate, and some can smother others with their protective love and devotion. This transit also causes some to be shy and sentimental, and to hang onto the past for too long. At this time, we may appear to be a tower of strength, but on the other hand, act like a vulnerable child. This is a time when people will be masters at the art of passive resistance. It is also a time to be naturally intuitive and mediumistic, and we can be easily hurt. Our powerful imaginations and sensitive understandings can be expressed delightfully through the creative and artistic worlds. Above all, we will need to trust someone enough to show our feelings, this trust helps us to express energy that is strong, loyal, and protective. The tarot energy that reflects this transit is the Queen of Cups who represents strong, sensitive, mature female energy, full of intuition, affection and insight. She brings receptive energy and puts us in touch with our inner selves where we can tap our will-power in more subtle ways. She helps both women and men become attuned to their inner female side, and help us to open to all of life's emotions.Uranus is Retrograde in Pisces
Uranus goes retrograde about once a year for up to five months, this time it is retro until November 11th. This transit often spurs a change in our personality - if we are normally outgoing and sociable, we may find ourselves becoming more introspective and subdued; or vice versa. Uranus is the planet of sudden unexpected events - these events become more internal when this large slow-moving planet goes backwards. For those who are devoted to self-improvement, this transit can be an eye-opener, urging us to examine the foundations of our beliefs and values and seeing the world through "new eyes." We become more open to new ways to do things and to live our lives. For those who resist change, this internal processing can feel awkward and unsettling, it is best to relax and allow yourself to experience the subtle inner shifts and digesting. This is also a favorable transit for those working with technology, cutting-edge research and inventions, and any pursuit that would usually be deemed unconventional. In fact, paranormal activity will be heightened during this aspect, bringing prophetic dreams, visions, stronger intuition, stronger healing powers, and breakthroughs in connecting with our guides and Higher Self - if we open ourselves to the prevailing energy. The Tarot card that reflects this energy is the Hermit who guides us to stand back and assess our situation in an introspective way. He also encourages us to find inner balance by seeking periods of solitude to process our internal changes. We need to stand back from situations, even remove ourselves physically from them so we can objectively evaluate our circumstances. He strongly focuses on the need for quiet inner reflection, where we can assess our true needs and aims, free from everyday pressures. By searching deep within ourselves in this way, we will find the solutions to long-term directions in life and any outstanding difficulties.Jupiter Sextile Saturn
Jupiter and Saturn are now close to 60 degrees apart putting them in Sextile to one another. This interaction adds the energy of readily available information and heightened comprehension. You will find the knowledge that you seek more easily, and know what to do with it, even if it seems useless to others. During this transit, it is easier to plan events, and our creative ideas will flow more freely. Enthusiasm and optimism grow during this aspect, it will be easier to believe in yourself yet in a grounded way: we will acknowledge that it takes hard work to accomplish our cherished goals. We will look for new avenues of expression, and be more determined to grow to our highest potential. Ethics will be high: most of us will not be happy if we resort to manipulative tactics to advance ourselves. Honesty and sincerity are the keys to succeeding now. The tarot card that reflects this positive aspect is the Nine of Cups which heralds a period of well-being, contentment and happiness, one in which a range of personal wishes can manifest. Creativity is favored at this time, and past efforts will now reap rewards as projects move towards a satisfactory conclusion. We all have much to enjoy and we will wish to share it with those who are less fortunate.Venus Retrograde in Gemini:
Venus is now resting in Mercury's sign, Gemini - a wonderful event if you are inclined to relax and enjoy the beauty of life. This is the perfect time to take stock of what is aesthetic and beautiful in your life: and to change what is not. Our spirits and hearts need beauty and refinement in order to express themselves fully. This is a good aspect for this: Art, Creation, Gardening, Magic and Self-Development are all favored if we can approach Venus' backwards movement with care and respect. She can help us discover what or who it is that we truly love,..and to sift through the "stuff" that makes our lives seem boring or even ugly. Venus correlates to the Goddess, Aphrodite who is exemplified in the Empress Tarot card of the Major Arcana. She brings artistic creativity, inspiration, feminine wisdom and caring, and a general sense of well-being.Neptune Retrograde in Aquarius:
When Neptune is retrograde it is time to build up your strength and resistance both physically and spiritually. It is the perfect time to engage in healthy and healing past times such as meditation, fitness activities, healing sessions, chakra work, being out in nature especially water, gardening, walking, visiting a spa, going on vacation to a relaxing secluded place and so on. A perfect time too to learn and practice Eastern philosophies and exercises or First Nations rituals. The Aquarian energy urges you to think of the future and of humanitarian causes. Neptune retrograde brings the danger of infections, allergy distress and being more susceptible to bacteria, viri and the like. Boost your immune system with vitamins, herbs, chakra work, homeopathy and such. Natural medicines work better now than traditional ones. Watch out for poisons and pesticides at this time. Remember you are responsible for your own health. Feed your body, your mind, your spirit with positive nutrients by eating well, thinking well and engaging in daily spiritual practices that bring you peace and harmony. The Tarot Number 1 Major Arcana card, the Magician, reminds us of Neptune retrograde, bringing new confidence, good communication, and skillful, intelligent self development energy. Your strength of will and ability to channel your energies into achieving desired results will ensure your success.Pluto Retrograde in Sagittarius:
Pluto is the planet of transformation, calling us to right our lives, to change what is unhealthy and unwholesome and begin to lead a clean and aesthetic life. One that involves charity and kindness and the ability to withstand the fires of purification and change. If you resist the change, you suffer. If you flow with the changes, you transform and rise like the phoenix, shining. It's as simple as that! Pluto will support and protect you when you accept the changes and move along without resistance. Or, if you resist, it will school you in the arena of hard knocks. You have no choice - you must change! You must transform! But do so not out of fear or coercion but out of maturity and willingness. Follow your intuition, be kind to all around you and help others around you go through their own transformation.The Sagittarian energy moves you to become fit, to travel, to add adventure and new experiences to your daily routine. The High Priestess, the Number 2 card of the Major Arcana, lends energy to this aspect: she urges us to make decisions with our heart rather than our heads; she affords wisdom, guidance and foresight; and brings good judgement and self-reliance. She also reveals that which is hidden, in our hearts and souls. Truly time for a holistic spring cleaning!
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