The first New Moon of 2022 is in the sign of Capricorn.
This New Moon is in a flowing aspect – a trine with the planet Uranus (community, humanity, we the people, outside the box thinking, sudden and unusual things, and insights etc.).
Today is Sunday, August 22, 2021. It is a Blue Herron Full Moon as described by indigenous people.
The Full Moon is at 29 degrees Aquarius, which is the second full moon this month. This full moon is relatively rare and thus, we have rare opportunities to contribute something special to the world around us.
Since Aquarius rules innovation, technology and the common good, what will your contribution to society be at this time?
“September 9th – November 13th – Mars is on a retrograde journey through his home sign of Aries, from 28 degrees to 15 degrees.
Mars represents our ability to act and we will all notice a change in how we act. Due to Mars’s war-like influence, our actions may not always be pleasant. Think, drill sergeant rough!
Mars’ energetic signature is fiery, piercing, and stinging. On the positive side of Mars, acting can be extremely focused, but on the flip side, it can also be overly aggressive or even violent. Our inner warrior comes to light during this retrograde period.
There are two strong aspects with retrograde Mars in the remaining months of 2020 that deserve attention.The first of these is Mars in close proximity to Eris (at 24 degrees of Aries). Eris is now known as the Goddess of Discord so when she and Mars rub elbows, all kinds of non-harmonious or frictional energy is created.Eris has also been in tight square (more friction) with Saturn-Pluto (structural transformation). There were San Francisco fires that occurred during the few days surrounding the actual retrograde station (event) of Mars, on September 9th itself. Mars of course rules Aries and the Fire element. Retrograde Mars will contact Eris once again during the first weekend in October, when Pluto also stations to direct motion. (begins to go direct again).
A second powerful aspect, is the square (frictional) connection that happens the rest of the year between Mars (action) and Saturn (structures). These two planets make several exact mathematical aspects to each other – one is September 28th, and the final one, passing more quickly in January. The tension created by Saturn and Mars (retrograde) in a frictional connection, especially the end of September, when Saturn is also slowing its speed, is indeed a massive collision of energy.Saturn says “let’s slow down and be very calculated in our dealings; let’s preserve what we already have.” Mars says, “no way”. The resulting clash will likely forge our very being into some new shape.
Both Saturn (in Capricorn) and Mars (in Aries) are in signs that they rule, giving them the strength of titans on steroids. Saturn is going to go direct (stop moving backwards) and may be the stronger influence because whenever a planet moves forward instead of backward, it is stronger. Imagine running downhill forward rather than backward. You get the picture.
The last half of September may feel like being pinned up against a wall. We will need all the strength we can muster. Next, we have a Full Moon October 1st and it’s also in Aries. Do you get the picture? There is a ton of war-like energy surfacing now and for the next month to fuel us all into a frenzy. We may feel very inflamed. Mars/Aries rules inflammation and fevers. Get a handle on your responsiveness and work to ensure that it does not become reactivity.
To add another layer of “what next?”, Mercury will go retrograde October 13-November 3. Yup, you heard that correctly – right on Election Day. Mercury challenges all of us 3-4 times a year with respect to communication, transportation, electronics, and contracts.
Mars retrograde always brings the baggage of uncertainty with its hibernation (retrograde). This causes us to want to act out, but rather, we should be “acting inwardly” by thinking, preparing, planning, organizing, and marshaling our resources. Think: squirrels collecting nuts for the winter.This retrograde period will be a time for greater inner reflection. Exercise good self-care and think about areas of your life that are influenced by Mars. Plan safe and calm activities with responsible others. Act later, after the retrograde is complete in mid-November.
We will all have a lot to be thankful for when we sit down to celebrate the holidays if we take care to regulate our energy now, collect our reserves, plan accordingly, practice patience and consider a more mindful approach to daily living. If this does not sound very appealing to you as a lifestyle choice, consider making a short-term commitment until mid-November. With Saturn in the mix, discipline is being called for. We all know how well discipline can pay off, don’t we Forrest? “Yes, Drill Sergeant Sir!”
Jupiter and Pluto are in cahoots and have not been practicing social distancing. This has led to a global crisis!
Jupiter, the giant planet and Pluto, the dwarf planet, are colluding again after a 13-year hiatus and this will change our world
They have three date nights set up in 2020: April 4, June 30, and November 13. Two down and one to go. For those of you tracking your charts, this will occur in the sign of Capricorn, between 20-24 degrees or CAP/20-24
Both Jupiter and Pluto are obsessed with growth no matter how it shows up.
Jupiter always says, “Bigger is better” and “More is better”.
Pluto says, “My way or the highway” and “When I say jump, you say, how high?!” He is super bossy for a little guy, and his sting can be as deadly as the scorpion, which he astrologically rules.
The intersection of these two planets Jupiter and Pluto, metaphorically describes:
- Turning crisis into opportunity
- Amplifying deconstruction
- Learning from transformation
- Rising from the ashes
Each of the date partners carries a big stick and loves the opportunity to dig deep beneath the surface to discover the Truth. Jupiter rules Natural or Universal Law and nature (versus man-made rules) and Pluto rules transformation of the deepest kind imaginable for anything it touches.
Each one individually, can turn anyone or anything into a rags-to-riches story and back again, depending upon the influences of nearby planetary transits. Together, they can peel back the onion of society’s secrets and reveal the naked truth or in some cases, highlight the untruths (think misinformation and/or conspiracy).
Jupiter relates to international travel, legal matters, higher education, cultural mores and philosophy, spirituality, and ethnicity (think racial equality or inequality, depending again, upon the transiting influences.)
Because these two planets are hooking up in the sign of Capricorn, governments will be involved. Capricorn rules governments and those who administer them.
Since Jupiter also rules the travel industry, we can expect that the airlines will be involved. With Jupiter, they will likely be bailed out. Jupiter likes enhancing anything it touches, for better or worse.
Stand by for a bit more drama yet this year. It will be for the sake of long-term change, which is always the tune of Pluto’s marching orders. No flag football here. Pluto’s reign is down and dirty rugby. Jupiter, however, prefers a sumptuous banquet with white linen tablecloths, platters of abundance, decadent desserts, and expensive wine.
Do you remember an Internet app sensation years ago where you could click on any two Hollywood celebrities to see what their children would look like, if they got together? That is a bit like predicting what the progeny of Jupiter and Pluto might be.
Use these keywords: Enhanced Transformation and what do you imagine?
We Are Reshaping Society and Here’s What It Means for You
With Saturn in Aquarius for the first time in 27 years, there are hard lessons, accountability and tough love!
Saturn moved into air sign Aquarius on March 21, 2020. Saturn spends more than two years in a sign, and it takes him almost 30 years to complete a tour of all the signs. This is commonly known as the Saturn Return.
The last time Saturn was in Aquarius, was 1993. When Saturn changes signs, we experience a major cultural shift and the beginning of a new, almost 3-year cycle. (March 21, 2020- March 7, 2023)
For all you Millennials preparing to turn 30 in the next year or two, this is YOUR first Saturn return – your big opportunity to step up into society, take the reins and set your footprint. What will you accomplish?
Saturn is our official taskmaster. He is the boss at work, the teacher when you arrive late for class (again) and your father when you brought the car home with a little scratch.
Aquarius loves unique things. It loves being out on the leading edge with fuchsia-colored hair, nose rings and neck tattoos. Aquarius is not only the revolutionary, but it also prides itself on developing great solutions that benefit everyone. Aquarius is our social conscience and the humanitarian in all of us. It champions the underdog.
When we put those two together, we get: “Let’s re-write the rules for society!” Saturn in Aquarius wants to do something different.
Aquarius also rules technology and the last time Saturn was in this sign in the early 1990’s, the Internet came to life. What happened when Saturn moved into Aquarius this past March? Everyone flocked to the Internet for Zoom!
Saturn also rules restrictions and limitations so, will Saturn limit our time on the Internet? Could it become a fee-for-service system to protect the infrastructure? With Saturn in Aquarius, we will find out.
We will likely see some cool medical advances during this time frame as well as progress in AI.
This is also a time for governments (Saturn) to refresh their agendas (Aquarius) and transcend polarization. This is a time for the world to come together. “This is the dawning of the Age of Aquarius.”
All these changes will be hard won because that is what Saturn demands: work, accountability, responsibility and putting forth the effort. Saturn usually leaves a gift by the door when he is ready to leave and not before (March 2023). You will need to put in your sweat equity before you reap the rewards. You may, however, see evidence of your efforts long before that.
This is the time to make sustainable and progressive change in our world as well as our personal lives. If you prefer to be a couch potato, that is up to you, but when Saturn arrives for dinner and you haven’t bothered to go grocery shopping, he will be very grumpy for a long time. This can translate into obstacles and a bumpy ride for you until Saturn returns. That will be in another 30 years!
Astrology helps up cope with uncertainty
Like most of us, my beliefs have been generated by past experiences. But unlike most, my beliefs are also strongly influenced by the system of astrology.
As an Evolutionary Astrologer, I knew 2020 was destined to be a turning point in the life of mankind. Astrologers call it ushering in the Age of Aquarius. This new age has been highly anticipated for hundreds of years. We speculated about how the world would change but living in the middle of this transition is a rare privilege.
Our lives have been tossed about in an angry sea of change where little of our current infrastructure seems to offer comfort or move us to terra firma.
Thinking about these changes reminds me of a 2000 movie starring Tom Hanks, called “Cast Away”. In a desperate attempt to leave his one-man island, Hanks’ character constructs a wooden raft with the hope of reaching civilization. He survives only because he is rescued by a Russian trawler ship. He believed that he would die alone on that island had he not set sail in search of what he thought he needed. His beliefs guided him to action, and he was willing to risk his life for what he believed in.
What do we do when our beliefs are threatened? Many take desperate action or maybe it is just action that feels desperate because under ordinary circumstances, we would not act. Some turn to religion or spirituality for guidance, for safe harbor or to refresh our faith. We are seeking safety, security and reassurance.
This makes me think of a Bob Dylan song…
“I came in from the wilderness a creature void of form
Come in, she said
I’ll give you shelter from the storm”
-Bob Dylan, 1974
Being immersed in astrology has been my shelter from the storm in dealing with our local, national and global transitions. Because our beliefs set the stage for our expectations, I expect to find comfort in astrology as an internal guidance system, grounded in technology and proven reliable since ancient times. It helps me keep my beliefs more closely aligned with reality rather than being distracted by the wanderings of my mind.
Even though reality is not always to my liking, it is easier to understand and navigate when defined.
For example, 60 years after the end of WWII, there were surprise discoveries of Japanese soldiers in their mid to late 80s found living in caves and jungles around the world, not yet realizing that the war had ended.
Astrology helps us to cope with circumstance no matter how much paradigms shift. It provides us with insights about what is happening at a personal as well as global level. And, it tells us why these changes are occurring. It brings us meaning and understanding to help guide us through the vicissitudes of life. We can become the hero of our journey rather than a bit player in the wings.
Viktor Frankel, a well-known therapist, developed Logotherapy after surviving Nazi concentration camps in the 1940s. He believed that the search for meaning and purpose in life helps people endure hardship and suffering.
Astrology is a tool that adds meaning, depth and insight to our experiences. It also helps us formulate new beliefs based in truth rather than misinformation.
This is how we can create our future – a future aligned with what we came into this life to accomplish. When we move into alignment with our truth, we gain momentum. We become grounded in an internal sense of security because we feel guided and supported. We believe that we can achieve what is most important to us. We believe in ourselves. We feel passionate about who we are, what we do and how we connect with others.
Evolutionary Astrology is a system that works with any belief set and easily highlights what we are here to do and become. It positions us face to face with our life purpose, path and direction. It connects us to our “why”. It reveals new meaning for our beliefs, validates our behavior and provides us with a blueprint for our journey. It gives us shelter from the storm.
