The Solstice occurs on Friday, December 21st when the Sun leaves Sagittarius and enters Capricorn at 5:23pm EST. This marks the beginning of Winter and the shortest day of sunlight all year, after which the days begin to slowly lengthen with the light returning. I get very happy at Winter Solstice, even though we're going into our cold season in the Northern Hemisphere. Turning inward with a glimmer of hope is all my Sagittarian soul needs to celebrate!
The Capricornian shift of the Sun wants to focus on more serious matters, but may feel too much pressure due to the waxing Full Moon in Cancer occurring at 12:49pm on Saturday. This Cardinal polarity between Earth/Capricorn and Water/Cancer, pulls at us and one has to decide to do one thing at a time, as considerate of others as possible, yet still taking care of our own emotional needs.
The Full Moon increases our emotional tendencies and we may find ourselves caught in this ebb and flow. Take care of yourself first, then decide which family members or friends to spend time with. Being pulled this way and that between practical matters and feelings is indeed a common thread at holidays.
The Moon moves into Leo on the afternoon of Christmas Eve, bringing joy and childlike delight to celebrations. Adding to the hectic time of the holiday season is a square between Mercury and Neptune on the 24th, making for some confusing conditions around commerce, shopping and travel. If you need to travel, try to do it prior to Monday. Finish up any last minute shopping on Saturday morning if possible and take Sunday off to spend at home with loved ones.
Christmas Day finds Jupiter (expansiveness and/or excess) and Mercury (communication) both in a harmonious aspect to the Moon, increasing opportunities to share happy times with friends and loved ones. Remember that Jupiter is in his own sign of ebullient Sagittarius and decide early on to filter thoughts before they become words.
Remember we are all connected while spinning through space on this beautiful planet, so keep your head in the stars and your feet on the ground! Merrie Christmas everyone~
Friday, December 21, 2018
Thursday, December 6, 2018
Sagittarius New Moon
Being a Sagittarian, I usually look forward to the Moon moving through my birth sign, especially at New or Full Moons. This one is a bit trickier as the personal planets are all challenging the Sun and Moon, or being pressed by outer planets to take action we're not quite ready for. To top it off, Mercury is just pivoting from retrograde to direct motion the day before and can't make up his mind yet which way to go... too soon for making big decisions.
New Moons are the start of a lunar cycle that allows us to reset our intentions for the next four weeks given the current sign of the zodiac. In Sagittarius, we can focus on our long range goals, get in touch with our spiritual or religious beliefs and/or plan for a trip. Applying optimism in expanding our perspectives or broadening our horizons is the gift of Jupiter's influence as planetary ruler of this Fire sign. Sagittarius connects with the whole world.
Another aspect of this New Moon, exact at 2:20am EST on Dec. 7th, urges us to take the broader view and lean into ourselves for our own truths. What do I mean? Honesty begins with the self. Being true to oneself means knowing your own values, needs and goals. Forget what others demand of you, outside of your normal, daily responsibilities of course. There's a lot of drama out there, swirling around us each day. Turn off the TV, turn off "The News" and tune into yourself. Other people's opinions are none of your business and aren't helpful unless you ask for them, and vice-versa.
With Mars and Neptune closely aligned in Pisces, it behooves us to put our energy (Mars) into Piscean pursuits, such as painting, dancing, meditating or making music. Active engagement in humanitarian endeavors brings out compassion for others and allows us to realize our connections with them, whether seen or unseen. Random acts of kindness and selfless acts of love are truly Piscean and what the world needs now.
Remember, while unconditionally giving of yourself, to keep your head in the stars and your feet on the ground.
New Moons are the start of a lunar cycle that allows us to reset our intentions for the next four weeks given the current sign of the zodiac. In Sagittarius, we can focus on our long range goals, get in touch with our spiritual or religious beliefs and/or plan for a trip. Applying optimism in expanding our perspectives or broadening our horizons is the gift of Jupiter's influence as planetary ruler of this Fire sign. Sagittarius connects with the whole world.
Another aspect of this New Moon, exact at 2:20am EST on Dec. 7th, urges us to take the broader view and lean into ourselves for our own truths. What do I mean? Honesty begins with the self. Being true to oneself means knowing your own values, needs and goals. Forget what others demand of you, outside of your normal, daily responsibilities of course. There's a lot of drama out there, swirling around us each day. Turn off the TV, turn off "The News" and tune into yourself. Other people's opinions are none of your business and aren't helpful unless you ask for them, and vice-versa.
With Mars and Neptune closely aligned in Pisces, it behooves us to put our energy (Mars) into Piscean pursuits, such as painting, dancing, meditating or making music. Active engagement in humanitarian endeavors brings out compassion for others and allows us to realize our connections with them, whether seen or unseen. Random acts of kindness and selfless acts of love are truly Piscean and what the world needs now.
Remember, while unconditionally giving of yourself, to keep your head in the stars and your feet on the ground.
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