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ASTROLOGY FORECAST
(Oct 17-24)
We are in the midst of a very active time, with the 2 eclipses, multiple YOD formations, and Pluto resuming direct motion. Much that has been stagnant is triggered. There has already been a huge disturbance in the Middle East. There may have been some startling developments for you, varying from what you would call good to bad. Reactions of individuals and groups will vary greatly, depending on the love quotient carried in within the energy field.
I received an image and a guiding wisdom in an ISD group meditation recently that may help you. The image was of an egg with very large cracks forming in the shell. The guiding words were, "You are not breaking, you're hatching." I took that to mean each of us will be transforming and transmuting to a better version of ourselves, even if events seem very challenging. There are energies each of us carries that cannot go with us into the Aquarian Age. There are burdens of memory and trauma that we are invited to upgrade to a more loving interpretation. The next eclipse on 10/28/23 will assist you with helpful changes.
Asteroid JUNO moves into Virgo on 10/17. Due to a retrograde interval this will be a long, almost 10 month, transit until 8/24/24.
JUNO is the 3rd asteroid discovered in the belt between Mars and Jupiter. She is fiercely devoted and loyal. She dislikes inequities. The transit in Virgo will help with multi-tasking all the details of the many changes we will be presented with in the next year. She will be working in that capacity for a long time since she will move into justice and balance loving Libra in August 2024.
MERCURY moves into Scorpio on 10/22 until 11/10.
There is likely to be an intensity of thinking and expression during this transit. Investigation and research is enhanced.
There will be a stellium in Scorpio of the Sun, Mercury, Mars, and Ceres in the next several weeks, with the second eclipse on the Scorpio/Taurus axis. All things considered, you may wish to exercise caution since this series of placements may create a great deal of movement and intense feelings.
The SUN moves into Scorpio on 10/23. This is a strong sign with little that is ambiguous about it. The ruling planet is Pluto and Uranus is the exalted planet. Whatever Scorpio is involved in gets a huge boost of emphasis and resourceful creativity. A caution is to avoid vindictiveness. With the stellium and eclipse happening, that is especially true now!
There is a powerful, positive day on 10/24. The sky is dominated by wonderful aspects. These all happen on a Friday, which is over lighted by beneficent VENUS.
There are two YOD formations. This is the last in a series of YOD'S, or Finger of God aspects that have recurred often since July.
The first is:
Neptune(Pisces) sextile Uranus(Taurus with the apex in the formation being the Moon's South Node(Libra). This will potentially help you bring forth the best of your skills and abilities from your soul level to aid in a surprising, mystical way. Your imagination will enhance the process as well. The signs and planets involved point toward some wonderful developments with a positive esoteric flare.
The second YOD is:
SUN(Scorpio) sextile LILITH and JUNO in an exact conjunction(Virgo) with NEPTUNE(Pisces) as the apex planet.
This is a formation that will likely point to some detail of imbalance of the feminine aspect in each of us and our societies that is ready for expression and activation. Neptune indicates a magical connotation that will help us immensely.
Also present are TRINES involving two pairs of conjunct planets; Sun/Mercury trine Saturn/Moon.
A GRAND TRINE between Vesta, Sun/Mercury, and Saturn/Moon.
A KITE formation between the Sun, Venus, asteroid Pholus, and Jupiter. A Kite aspect speaks of freedom. Asteroid Pholus is a Centaur in orbit between Saturn and Neptune. It can be a guide in healing the separation from your divine self. This Kite also features our solar star and the two most benefic planets.
Take heart that in this time of upheaval and almost constant change, the planetary dance is presenting multiple aspects that are positive to accompany the two eclipses in October. May they help you find your Godspeed.
(Oct 25-31)
This week has one event of note. A LUNAR ECLIPSE in Taurus on Saturday October 28th at 4:24 pm EST.
This will be the last eclipse on the Taurus/Scorpio axis in this 18 month cycle. The Moon in Taurus emphasizes our connections to Earth and the natural world. Simplicity is a theme that may arise. Joy in a quiet, steady part of your life, something you have always been able to count on, but perhaps has gone under appreciated up to now? Taurus is reliable in a slow, but steady way. Possessions are a theme. During an eclipse cycle in Taurus you may be guided to look at what you have in a new light. Taurus may also point out to you places where you are stubborn. We will discuss this trait a bit further in a moment.
If you have planets in Taurus or Scorpio they will probably be activated by the eclipse. So too will the houses that Taurus, the North Node, and the Moon occupy in your natal chart.
The ruling planet of Taurus is Venus and the Moon is exalted in this sign. Let us take a look at the aspecting planets on this powerful day. There is great opportunity present.
Venus in Virgo is trine both Uranus and Jupiter. This involves the most beneficial aspect with the two most beneficial planets, all in Earth signs. Venus and Jupiter are beaming wonderful energy with the added bonus of the sudden developments associated with Uranus. There is every reason to expect fantastic movement and progress in your soul growth.
Aiding this potential is the involvement of the Moon's North Node nearby in Aries. The enthusiasm and initiative power of Aries is perfect here. Remember that the North Node is about your greatest talents and ambitions coming to fruition, what you were most hoping to achieve in this lifetime.
An eclipse happens when the Sun and Moon fall within approximately 10° of arc to the nodes of the Moon. That is a large part of what makes an eclipse so potentially powerful. Your North and South Nodes of the Moon are very personal to you and your life contract with your soul. This eclipse has every possibility to be very fortunate for you.
Many planets are in supporting aspects. There is a stellium in Taurus with the Moon, Jupiter, and Uranus. There is also a stellium in Scorpio with the Sun, Mercury, and Mars.
Now let us examine Pluto's alignment to the eclipsing Sun and Moon. The aspect is a square. Pluto has resumed direct motion in Capricorn now. You have undoubtedly been presented with some of your shadow characteristics during the many years of Pluto's transit in Capricorn. Now is your chance for the breakthrough you have been working toward and hoping for.
It has much supportive energy now. The improvement may be surprising in some way and/or it may be easier than you can imagine. Ease and grace is possible here with Uranus, the planet of sudden surprises, trine Pluto. Resistance will not serve very well at this point.
Saturn has a role to play as well. Remember that I have encouraged you to think of Saturn as your favorite teacher, rather than a taskmaster. Saturn really knows you can succeed, and wants you to! On eclipse day Saturn is sextile the Moon and its North Node, and trine the Sun. Both aspects are bringing Saturian energy into the mix in a very positive way.
Let us come back to the tendency toward stubbornness in Taurus. This trait can work for or against you. If you will be stubborn, let it be toward your dreams and ambitions. Apply an unshakeable belief in your ability to succeed. Know also, that if you are resistant to make some needed change, there is likely a real fear present regarding the subject. Use all of these beneficial aspects to ease your fears. Love them and understand them.
This is the last eclipse on the axis of Taurus and Scorpio in the 18 month cycle. Use this opportunity to ease your burden and enjoy that which you already possess.
The next eclipse cycle is on the Aries and Libra axis. The youthful enthusiasm and drive of Aries is partnered with the balance, justice, and fairness of Libra. It supports a new more benevolent world which, of course, includes you!
May this eclipse series help you find your Godspeed.
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