The moment I changed my ways, I found my way.
I do believe the game-changing events that occurred in our personal lives during the summer months of 2016, were necessary to prepare us for more change on the horizon. A retrograde Mars in the sign of Scorpio, that did not station direct until June, insisted that we examine, expose, and then release those elements of ourselves that kept us in fear – elements that remained hidden beneath the surface. Meanwhile, a 90-degree angle formed between the planets Saturn and Neptune throughout the months of August and September, required many of us to navigate complex situations with uncertain outcomes, while remaining open to and trusting of the process. Then, of course, were the three eclipses that rocked our world, playing out over the span of just one month. Societal shifts that were pretty palpable occurred during this time, and are evident today.
I do believe the game-changing events that occurred in our personal lives during the summer months of 2016, were necessary to prepare us for more change on the horizon. A retrograde Mars in the sign of Scorpio, that did not station direct until June, insisted that we examine, expose, and then release those elements of ourselves that kept us in fear – elements that remained hidden beneath the surface. Meanwhile, a 90-degree angle formed between the planets Saturn and Neptune throughout the months of August and September, required many of us to navigate complex situations with uncertain outcomes, while remaining open to and trusting of the process. Then, of course, were the three eclipses that rocked our world, playing out over the span of just one month. Societal shifts that were pretty palpable occurred during this time, and are evident today.
I have said before that being an Astrologer is sometimes bittersweet. On the one hand, my craft allows me to help others with navigating the peaks and valleys of their own lives; I, too, benefit from a more open way of living and being in this world. On the other hand, I can see what is coming down the pike, and the acute awareness that comes with this gift is often overwhelming. I have been telling clients all year that the 2nd half of 2016 was going to be interesting. I was right. These are interesting times. The Universe is, per usual, gently nudging us (or forcibly, depending on your experience and reaction to events unfolding) to make different choices; to fully commit to changing who we are; to free ourselves from unnecessary pain and suffering; to evolve into the spiritual collective that is our destiny. All that is good and divine in this world is rooting for us to come up on the other side, awakened.
Next is the New Moon in Sagittarius on Tuesday, November 29th. New moons occur every month when the Sun and Moon are aligned in the same sign at the same degree in the sky. During this phase, the moon is closest to the Sun, in the Sun’s shadow, and thus invisible to us down below. For a moment, darkness is consumed by light. Astrologers view New Moons as omens ripe with magic and concentrated energy, which can be used to plant new seeds and set new intentions that we wish to see manifest. In the sign of Sagittarius, a sign that chooses to step outside of its comfort zone in order to broaden its meaning of life, the New Moon is giving us all an opportunity to open up to what is possible, considering new ways to grow, stretch, and change. May your intentions be wise, heartfelt, and luck-filled, dear Friend. Under this cosmic climate, all you have to do is believe.
Check your horoscopes to see what’s in store this week ahead, and don’t forget to read for your Ascendant sign.
Next is the New Moon in Sagittarius on Tuesday, November 29th. New moons occur every month when the Sun and Moon are aligned in the same sign at the same degree in the sky. During this phase, the moon is closest to the Sun, in the Sun’s shadow, and thus invisible to us down below. For a moment, darkness is consumed by light. Astrologers view New Moons as omens ripe with magic and concentrated energy, which can be used to plant new seeds and set new intentions that we wish to see manifest. In the sign of Sagittarius, a sign that chooses to step outside of its comfort zone in order to broaden its meaning of life, the New Moon is giving us all an opportunity to open up to what is possible, considering new ways to grow, stretch, and change. May your intentions be wise, heartfelt, and luck-filled, dear Friend. Under this cosmic climate, all you have to do is believe.
Check your horoscopes to see what’s in store this week ahead, and don’t forget to read for your Ascendant sign.
