New Moon Solar Eclipse in Pisces

We just finished up an old Eclipse cycle at the last Full Moon with a Lunar Eclipse. Now we are starting off a new Eclipse cycle with energy that will last till August, with a New Moon Solar Eclipse in Pisces on Sunday ( February 26th 2017 6:58 AM). There are New Beginnings abound! Even though you may not necessarily see the effects right away. 

New Moon's always kick off a new lunar cycle. It's when the Moon is at it's darkest point and it starts waxing towards full. This means the energy is ripe for manifesting new things into your life. With a Solar Eclipse this energy is just even stronger. The week leading up to this New Moon Solar Eclipse we may feel more prone to withdraw our energy a bit and maybe even to reflect on what we would like in our lives. This is because the moon is waning, so our energy is a little lower. We are preparing for some big new beginnings though. 

The New Moon Solar Eclipse is in Pisces. The Piscean energy is much stronger than it would normally be however as Mercury, Neptune, Chiron and the South Node are all in Pisces as well. It's interesting to note that 3 other planets (Venus, Mars and Uranus) are all in Aries, which is Pisces neighboring sign. This means that the energy is very clustered. Take a look at the chart above to see what this looks like on paper. The left side shows the conglomeration of Pisces and Aries planets. 

With all the Piscean energy we all may feel a little sensitive. Pisces has trouble with boundaries so if the energy of this New Moon Solar Eclipse really impacts you, you may pick up on others feelings etc. Be careful and try to protect your energy during this time. Pisces energy is great to get in touch with yourself on a spiritual level. This is a highly intuitive time. Meditation around this time is highly recommended! It would be the ideal way to get in touch with these energies. Creativity may also be enhanced because of the Piscean connection to imagination.

Neptune is the planet closest to the New Moon with a conjunction. Neptune is the planet associated with Pisces, so this aspect even further enhances Piscean energy. This influence makes us so energetically sensitive, our empathy is heightened, intuition strengthened,  the draw to the spiritual is stronger, and also me may feel more tired. Resting and meditating are important. 

While the New Moon Solar Eclipse is going on, there is an exact conjunction of Mars and Uranus in Aries and they are both opposing Jupiter. 

Uranus in Aries and Jupiter in Libra's opposition is something I never seem to stop talking about as it's cropping up all the time these days. They have been in exact opposition before and now they will be in exact opposition again since Jupiter went retrograde. The lessons have to do with a pull between wanting to break free and explore your individuality and the pull of growth and harmony within relationships. The pull between the 'me' and the 'you'. 

Mars being conjunct Uranus is influencing the Uranus side of this opposition. People may be putting more energy on themselves and their individuality. Don't forget to keep your relationships fair however. This energy may make people want to charge ahead and start new things that are near and dear to their hearts. Mars with Uranus brings some erratic energy though, so careful of rushing into things without thinking about them first. That Jupiter opposition to Mars can just heighten impulsiveness as well, so be careful with that. 

~Overall this is an exciting time ripe with positive change! If you've been waiting for something new to happen this is the time! ~

Full Moon Lunar Eclipse in Leo

On Friday (February 10th 2017) we are having a Full Moon Lunar Eclipse in Leo. This lunar event should prove to be both intense and exciting! 

Eclipse's are always a bigger deal than your typical Full Moon. This will mark a time of change and turning points. The last Eclipses we had were in September so we are wrapping up an Eclipse season. At this Lunar Eclipse we may have a final releasing of issues we have been dealing with since September. Things are coming to completion now.

Since this is a Full Moon, we will be dealing with our typical Full Moon issues such as the heightened emotion and trouble sleeping etc. Full Moons are a time when we can reap a harvest for our efforts. At this time, we can especially reap a harvest from things we have been putting in motion since September. Once the Moon hits it's fullest point however, it starts to diminish, so of course that means if there is anything you need to let go of now would be a good time to decide to do so. It's a time of emotional release as well.

For this Full Moon Lunar Eclipse the Moon will be in Leo and the Sun will be in Aquarius. So we will be dealing with the issues of the Leo - Aquarius axis. With the Leo energy it's a good time to shine, to be in the limelight and to reap the harvest of your creative efforts. With the Aquarius energy it's important to also connect with those of like minds and to focus on giving to humanity. Finding balance between these energies right now is ideal as well. It's an interesting balance between 'me' (Leo) and 'them' (Aquarius). The Leo and Aquarius energy when nicely used together can help us stand in our power and dare to be our different and unique selves. We may notice at this time that some people get too much into their ego though, so it's important to be aware of being egotistical or causing drama. The Moon in Leo can have a tendency to make everybody dramatic.

Uranus and Jupiter will be making aspects to the Moon and Sun as well.  Jupiter and Uranus have been opposing each other for a little while now and we've been under the influence of this energy. These two planets have also influenced a few of the recent lunar phases. Jupiter in Libra opposing Uranus in Aries is all about the balance between being free to explore your own individuality and the need for growth, harmony and equality in personal relationships. This ties in nicely with the Leo and Aquarius themes. There's a lot of balancing that's going on right now. It may be a frustrating ride we've all been on, but at least these planets are working nicely with the Full Moon, so perhaps we will be able to reach a turning point.

Saturn is also involved with a sextile to the Sun and a trine to the Moon. This can help us with practical achievements at this time. It's also encouraging us to get all of our ducks in order, to get organized and to get done what we need to get done. In the midst of figuring out ourselves and our relationships, Saturn reminds us of our responsibilities.

~What an interesting lunar event this should turn out to be! There's a lot going on, but I think there should be some breakthroughs and some positive change. In the end, it's all really a balancing act.~ 

North Node in Virgo South Node in Pisces Transit: Brining Spirit into Matter

The North Node has been in Virgo with the South Node in Pisces since November 2015. The Nodes will change signs in May, so we're nearing the end of this nodal cycle. This means it's a good idea to really get a grip on these nodal energies and learn the lessons they are trying to teach us before we move on to the next cycle. If your birthday falls before May than this Node placement will be affecting you till your next birthday even when they change signs because the Nodes would have been in Virgo and Pisces in your Solar Return. 

With this Node transit we've been in we are dealing with the axis of Virgo and Pisces, which is the axis of matter and spirit.

Key Theme of This Cycle: Bringing Spirit into Matter 

Let's discuss the Nodes and what they represent a bit. The South Node is the are of life we don't want to fall back on. Instead we want to use that energy as a gift and channel it into the North Node as the North Node represents what we need to focus on. The North Node is a purpose that needs to be fulfilled. Of course balancing both the South Node and the North Node is wonderful and the highest ideal. 

South Node in Pisces

This South Node placement is all about the spirit. Pisces at it's highest manifestation is quite a beautiful energy. It emphasizes getting in touch with our spirits and spirituality. It's just not the time to focus ALL our energy on that. Connection to our spirit and spirituality is a gift though and so we shouldn't forget about that, we should just channel this energy into our physical lives and put it to use in practical ways. There are a lot of planets in Pisces at the moment, so there is still a big emphasis on spirituality, just use it in balance with your physical life. The darker side of Pisces that people could fall back on at this time is escapism. It may seem all too easy to escape, but it would be in no one's best interest. This could happen through alcohol, drugs or food. It also could be through something like watching too much t.v. and neglecting your responsibilities. Now if you suffer from any type of addiction it can be a very powerful time to get practical about cleaning yourself up. Don't fall deeper into the rut. Some people could even escape through spirituality at this time. Use what you have learned through spirituality as a gift, not as an escape mechanism to forget your life as a human being on this physical plane. Victim mentality is the last thing to look out for with the South Node in Pisces. It can be all too easy to slide into that kind of thinking, but it's not in your best interest. 

North Node in Virgo

Now with the North Node in Virgo we want to focus on our physical lives. It's time to take care of business, attend to details and get practical. Stop dreaming and start doing! We should bring the beauty of our spirits and what we have learned through spirituality and put it into use in our physical lives. Use the energy to create the kind of life you want. Manifest what you want into your reality. Virgo is very much concerned with health, so this is also a great time to make healthy changes and take care of our physical bodies. Virgo is an earth sign, so when you are wanting a spiritual practice it is a great idea to connect to Mother Earth and do things out in nature that are grounding. 

~Overall, balance is important when you are talking about the Nodes. If you take one thing away from this, remember to balance your inner and outer lives. Balance your spirit and the infiniteness of who you are with your life as a human being on this physical plane~ 

New Moon in Aquarius: Embracing Your Uniqueness, Bettering Humanity and Relationship Re-structuring

This Friday ( January 27th 2017 at 4:07 PM) there will be a New Moon in Aquarius. Finally it's time to move forward in the new year! 

The last New Moon we couldn't really move forward and there weren't any new beginnings around for the taking. This is because it was conjunct Mercury Retrograde. We finally got out of the Mercury Retrograde shadow period recently, so that energy is completely gone! Now with this first New Moon of the year we can finally get moving in the new year. 

The time of the New Moon is of course the perfect time to manifest and put into motion what you desire. Since this is the first opportunity we have had to do this in the new year, it would finally be a good time to make some new year's resolutions! 

The New Moon is taking place in the revolutionary sign of Aquarius. With this energy it is truly a great time to embrace your uniqueness and what makes you different from the crowd. Whatever you may be dealing with at the time of the New Moon, with the Aquarius energy it would be good to try to view things in a different light. Think outside the box! Aquarius energy is also great for connecting with groups and friends if you feel so inclined during this time. With the Aquarius drive to better humanity and have unity among all people the energy is also supportive of getting involved in any causes close to your heart etc. This Aquarius energy is one that we need in the U.S. during these uncertain times. 

While there are no aspects to the actual New Moon, which makes it a bit more low key, there are some planetary aspects going on around it. There is a square between Venus and Saturn and also a conjunction of Venus and Chiron. With Venus and Saturn we may have some relationship difficulties or tension. There may be a sense of restriction or coldness. Some people in a partnership could pull away a bit energetically out of fear of rejection. With the Chiron conjunction though, we need to try to heal some of our relationship wounds. 

Even though the New Moon isn't connected to these planets by aspect, it's still happening at the same time. Therefore instead of getting sucked into fear and focusing on everything that could be wrong within a relationship, focus on what you would like to manifest relationship wise. Saturn shows that relationships may need re-structuring, so re-structure in a positive way by using the Aquarius energy to approach things in a different way. 

~There may not be a whole lot going on this New Moon aspect wise, but there is still some important energy. Relationships are still shifting and changing ( a theme that has been prominent in different ways in recent months) and we shouldn't ignore the Aquarius energy that will be around for the taking as it is of the utmost importance at this time in history. ~

Full Moon in Cancer: Activating a Cardinal Grand Cross

On Thursday ( January 12th 2017 at 3:34 AM) there will be a Full Moon in Cancer. There is so much going on around this Full Moon as it is activating a grand cross. A lot of energy we have been dealing with is coming to a head and there is a lot culminating at this time. It's a sensitive time with the Moon in it's home sign of Cancer and it's a time of release since it is a Full Moon. 

The grand cross is taking place in Cardinal signs. Cardinal energy is the modality of initiation, so theres a lot of high energy right now. We just got out of Mercury retrograde, so after that period of slowing down we've now got a lot of energy that wants to move forward in many directions.

Moon in Cancer 

The Moon in Cancer is activating one part of the grand cross. The Moon is the emotional part of this configuration and the part that wants to nurture and take care of others since it is in Cancer. 

Sun in Capricorn/Pluto

The Capricorn part of the grand cross on the other hand wants us to set some boundaries when it comes to giving to others. It's urging us to be practical and get done what needs to be done. Pluto is a transformational influence here urging us to transform these relationship dynamics while alerting us as to what needs to be done. 

Jupiter in Libra

The Libra part of the grand cross is making us look at relationships and desire them. It's making us look at the 'we'. What needs to be done to have compromise and harmony? We are being urged towards growth in regards to partnership. 

Uranus in Aries

The Aries part of the grand cross is making us desire independence. It's urging us to express ourselves as unique individuals. Uranus in this grand cross gives us a bit of a restlessness. All these cardinal planets in general are also contributing to restlessness because there is such a strong desire to move forward and we are being pulled in different directions. 

Chiron and Saturn 

Chiron and Saturn are not part of the grand cross, but they are being activated around the Moon at this time as well. Chiron is urging us to deal with and release emotional wounds while Saturn is similar to the Capricorn part of the grand cross in that is bringing up stuff that 'needs to be  done'. Saturn may be quite helpful in helping us be a little more structured at this time as well. Saturn and Chiron are even making an aspect to each other, which is a bit difficult because it is a square. This is making it a bit difficult to deal with our wounds, but the Full Moon is giving us the opportunity to let go if we so choose. 

Phew! This is a high energy Full Moon with a lot of planets involved. It may seem that we are being pulled in different directions, but the key is to try to find the right balance between everything. There is a lot of change and new beginnings though right around the corner, we are just getting amped up and prepared for it.