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The theme for this week is perception. How we perceive events and people around us and how we are perceived in turn defines the “real world” and our place in it. When perceptions are impacted, whether by internal or external forces, our reality and our interactions will also be affected in great and small ways.
ARIES – This is going to be a difficult week to be productive, especially in the work/career realm. Your emotions seem to be at odds with you ability to focus on the tasks at hand. You may also find yourself at odds with co-workers or associates over seemingly trivial matters. Rather than escalating the tension, take a step back, refocus and remember exactly what it is that you are working towards. That is all that matters.
TAURUS – Turmoil in the romantic realm makes this a rather emotionally intense week. The challenge here is to actually see your own shortcomings in the relationship. This is difficult because of your fear of being alone, yet owning those things that you need to change and working on them can actually be a healing and strengthening of the bonds between the two of you. Be open and meet halfway and things will brighten.
GEMINI – Money matters need special attention this week as taking financial risks or splurging on a whim could lead to difficulties by week’s end. Rather than trying to force the issue, let change come to you instead of jumping ahead into the unknown without considering the positives and negatives. Mid-week may find you confronting some long held belief in the way things are. How you resolve this could have a long term impact.
CANCER – After the last few weeks, this is good week for some introspection and personal assessment as to the direction you are going. Consider the possibilities of expanding beyond your comfort zone. This could even mean a physical move or a long distance trip. What is called for now is to open yourself to new possibilities on all fronts. Remember your past but don’t be held down by it.
LEO – This is a great week to begin to work on those long range plans that you have. The key to making progress is not to let your ego get so out of hand that you turn off potential allies. By taking responsibility for the success or failure of the projects at hand, you can gain the recognition you seek. Perspective is extremely important now, both in terms of maintaining your emotional and karmic balance.
VIRGO – Romantic matters again are this week’s focus. A sudden attraction could lead to a spontaneous, passionate and intense encounter. The problem, however, is that this may not be anything more than a “fling” and pretending that it could be the start of something lasting could lead to broken hearts all around. The intensity of the moment can distort perceptions and lead to compulsive decisions that could be regretted later.
LIBRA – Partnerships of all kinds (business, friendships, love) seem to be under stress this week. There is an undercurrent that you can’t quite put your finger on. Your challenge is not be come emotionally paralyzed but, instead, be willing to open yourself to the possibility of change. Late in the week you may have a flash of insight; a true “aha!!” moment that crystallizes everything and shows you the new path to follow.
SCORPIO – Inconsistent energies make this a challenging week. You find yourself in an internal struggle between your conscious will and your emotions. The desire to get what you want when you want it collides with the realities of actually making it happen. Unexpected events early on will require flexibility in your plans. Know, however, that you are in the right place and time and the Universe supports your growth.
SAGITTARIUS – This week will find you focusing on the realms of work and finances. Although money isn’t your be-all and end-all, care should be taken not to overlook some detail that could result in an error in judgment. Rather than forcing the issue (which wouldn’t work anyway), what is called for is a more patient approach. The best way to deal with the frustration is to remember that we do without doing and it all gets done.
CAPRICORN – Emotional upheavals will test your resolve this week. Fortunately, you have funded the will to handle the situation. It is important to choose your words carefully as their impact will be magnified. Keep in mind that passion can blur and distort perceptions about what you want versus what you need. Above all, do not make any promises that you cannot (or will not) keep especially in the romantic realm.
AQUARIUS – Matters involving the home highlight the coming week. Issues involving perception could cause disappointment early on. Recognizing your limitations, as difficult as that might be, can actually be a positive thing that can help enhance your sense of security about what the future holds. Although your desire to “get away from it all” is strong, you are better served by refocusing on those things that need to be done now.
PISCES – This week there is a feeling of vague restlessness that makes your romantic endeavors more of a challenge than usual, particularly near the end of the week. The desire to take a spiritual risk may lead to an unexpected turn of events that could force you to break from your traditional pattern. Striking a balance between the need for emotional stability and independence is the challenge that you will need to resolve.
Lou is the author of Stars and Stones – A Look Forward with Astrology and Runes, 2012 An Astrological Overview and The RuneChest. All books are available at Amazon for Kindle and Barnes & Noble for Nook from $12.99. He is also a psychic advisor, clairvoyant, tarot master and rune master. Get a reading today on this site.
Emotional balance is the focus this week. When our emotions are in flux, whether positive or negative, our ability to function in any facet of existence is placed under stress. Try to avoid being caught up in extremes, take a breath and let things settle before pushing ahead.
ARIES – Rediscovering your emotional independence is important this week. Working outside of your personal relationships can actually serve to enhance the quality of those connections. There really is such a thing as holding on too tightly. Let the winds of heaven flow between you and embrace the uniqueness that each of you have. In doing so, the sharing of control becomes a strength rather than a weakness.
TAURUS - Financial matters are the focus this week. Right at the start of the week, a drastic change could cause a sense of urgency that could cause you to question your own value system. The challenge is not to overestimate or exaggerate the problem. Your judgment needs to be based on reality not emotion. As hard as it is, make certain that you are not missing any crucial details as this could lead to additional difficulties.
GEMINI -This is a good week to expand your focus on long term goals, particularly in the area of career. By broadening your interests and considering a wider range of possibilities, you might just discover that the freedom you have been seeking is really much closer that you had imagined. Allowing yourself to look beyond the horizon can provide the kind of mental stimulation and challenge you’ve been missing.
CANCER – Work and career matters are under stress this week and the likelihood of lots of ups and downs may leave you feeling both psychically and physically drained by week’s end. Rather than being caught up in the emotions of the moment use your ability to get the pulse of the situation and use that information to your advantage. If you can please the person in the mirror, the rest will fall into place.
LEO – Understanding what it is that you truly need (as opposed to want) is the theme of this week. Starting right at the beginning of this seven day period and focus on setting realistic expectations for the near term, particularly in social and romantic matters. In doing so, you can relieve much of the frustration you have been dealing with recently. Pay attention to unexpected encounters; there is a message there waiting for you.
VIRGO – This week you could end up as your own worst enemy especially where love and romance are involved. Hidden anxieties could cause you to pull back emotionally and, as a result, be the cause of the relationship falling off the proverbial cliff. Rather than indulging in self-pity, i.e., drowning your sorrows (figuratively and literally) keep the lines of communication open and remember to say “I’m sorry”.
LIBRA – Overestimating your ability to make things happen could make this a challenging seven days. What is called for is to accept the reality of things and direct your energies accordingly. Financial matters need to be carefully scrutinized as an unexpected expense could pop up near the end of the week. Maintaining an even emotional balance will be challenging and necessary to make forward progress happen.
SCORPIO – This is a great week to take advantage of all that creative energy that you’ve been feeling of late. On the romantic front, you will find it easier to work out the differences with your partner and not allow your temper to get the better of you. Mi-week your resourcefulness will help you work through the circumstances that seem to be thwarting your efforts on the career front. Slow and steady progress can be made.
SAGITTARIUS – Communication issues or breakdowns could impact your love life this week. Suspicions, whether based on fact or your own insecurities, tend to cloud your ability to understand what is actually going on. Know that things can change if you are willing to express your fears openly. Sometimes the answers that we seek are right in front of us if we use our eyes to see, our ears to hear, and our hearts to feel.
CAPRICORN – Apprehension in dealing with family matters must be faced and overcome this week. Trying to ignore the issue won’t resolve it. What is called for is a recognition that your emotional reactions are as much a product of your early years as they are a result of the current situation. By acknowledging the source of your hesitation, a result that both nurtures and permits nurturing can be reached.
AQUARIUS – This is a good week to “play” so make the most of it. Trying to focus on just one activity could be a bit of a challenge because you could become bored quickly. A good opportunity to turn a bit of financial risk taking into a profit appears late in the week. Keeping the balance between your instinctive gifts and your openness to consider new approaches could pay off in unexpected ways.
PISCES – This week your focus is on work/school. You feel a need and urgency to work even harder than you have been lately. The worry and responsibility that you are feeling about the outcome of your efforts could impact your health mid-week. Your imagination is your secret weapon and can provide the ability to solve some of these everyday “crises” with a unique flare all your own. Dare to dream; it might come true.
About the author:
Lou Raedwulfe is the author of Stars and Stones – A Look Forward with Astrology and Runes, 2012 An Astrological Overview and The RuneChest. All books are available at Amazon for Kindle and Barnes & Noble for Nook from $12.99. He is also a psychic advisor, clairvoyant, tarot master and rune master. Get a reading today on this site.
Relationships are the theme this week. Interacting with others, whether on a personal or business basis is going to be more complicated than usual. Your exceptions may challenge the reality of things so it is important to be able to distinguish one from the other to lessen confusion and conflicts.
ARIES – Dealing with other people on a variety of levels is going to be a challenge this week. There is a sense that you want things to be “your way or the highway” with the result being lots of emotional aggression. Personal and romantic relationships could suffer as a result. Remember that no one is perfect including you and keeping expectations reasonable can bridge the divide between egos and hearts.
TAURUS – Can you have too much of a good thing? Yes, and this week could be a perfect example of that. Over-indulging can lead you to lose sight of the value of things. This is especially true where passionate intimacy is involved. Take the time to allow things to grow as they should. Trying to overextend, physically and/or emotionally, could bring about unnecessary frustration, especially at the end of the week.
GEMINI – This week your biggest challenge is how to combat those feelings of boredom. Whether it’s your job, your romantic relationship, even your own dreams there is a restlessness that seems to cry out for the new and different. What is needed is some reassessment time. Perhaps a weekend trip or, at the very least, schedule some time devoted to you. Rediscovering that which stimulates you can restart your passion.
CANCER – Dealing with authority figures (bosses, teachers, parents, lovers) is going to be a real challenge right from the beginning of the week. Be careful not to find slights where they don’t actually exist. Taking responsibility for your own growth is the lesson here. What you perceive as limitations or blockages are actually rerouting opportunities that will pay karmic dividends sooner than you think. Go with the flow.
LEO – Your personal relationships, romantic and otherwise, are going to be tested this week. Friends seem distant and emotions seem tangled leaving you both frustrated and confused. Avoid making any hasty decisions until you have had time to reflect on what is happening. This is also a week to be careful with financial matters. Emotions and money can be a volatile mix that often can lead to buyer’s regret in more ways than one.
VIRGO – Emotional conflicts are highlighted this week. The unpredictable and heightened nature of these emotions is going to make romantic relationships more stressful than normal. What is called for is to step back and take the time to level out and recharge both emotionally and psychically. Doing so will help you avoid the pitfall of self-doubt and allow you to see and feel with a clearer mind and heart.
LIBRA – This is a great week for new beginnings. Your natural instincts to achieve (on all levels) join with your emotional need for balance and harmony. Take care not to become so aggressive that you end up wasting time arguing. This is not a time to start a new relationship, however, as your focus on the goals at hand would not allow you to truly engage emotionally. There will be time enough for love in the near future.
SCORPIO – Career and financial matters are front and center during the next seven days. Recent developments have left you feeling that your back is against the wall. Ironically, this may be just the kind of motivation that is needed to help you get back on track. Taking a risk now could bring about long term positive changes and help you tap into your reservoirs of creative energy, intuition and logic to your benefit.
SAGITTARIUS – This week the emphasis is on self expression. Your ability to communicate your hopes, ideas, and points of view will play a prominent role mid-week. In the realm of romance the power of your words may open a whole new vista. Just take care of what you wish because you may get it all and then some. There is also a career opportunity that may present it self for further consideration. Definitely a positive time.
CAPRICORN – This is a great week for introspection and reconnecting with all those elements that have made you who you are today. The beginning of the week offers an insight as to where your attitudes on the meaning of “home” originated. This knowledge will begin to pay immediate benefits as you work towards releasing the outmoded conditioning that actually has been holding you back. Listen to that still small voice.
AQUARIUS – A “blast from the past” provides a subconscious prompting in making decisions this week. The challenge is to keep your expectations in the realm of reality, particularly where romantic matters are concerned. There is a chance to enjoy an intense, passionate encounter late in the week. Enjoy it for what it is and don’t attempt to read anything else into it; it’s not the quantity but the quality that counts.
PISCES -The desire to make things happen is very strong this week. Lots of energy gives your creative side a real jump start. While you still have to deal with the day to day stuff, dare to dream. Take care not to get so caught up in what you want that you become disappointed if it all don’t happen immediately. Positive achievement can be made if you can remember that Rome was not built in a day.
Lou Raedwulfe is the author of Stars and Stones – A Look Forward with Astrology and Runes, 2012 An Astrological Overview and The RuneChest. All books are available at Amazon for Kindle and Barnes & Noble for Nook from $12.99. He is also a psychic advisor, clairvoyant, tarot master and rune master. Get a reading today on this site.
This week’s theme is beginnings. Remember that every new start also marks the end of a previous path. Beginnings are such fragile times and often filled with highs and lows. However, without the promise of something new, life would be dull. Buy the ticket and take the ride.
ARIES - There is a sense of karmic justice that is very strong this week. Keep in mind that getting even has a price as well. Your challenge this week is to pick your battles carefully; seeking support from a partner or associate is not a sign of weakness but, rather, finding a balance of giving and receiving strength. Be mindful of legal obligations late in the week and make sure that they are all fulfilled.
TAURUS – Learning to develop your self-worth through your own efforts is the challenge this week. You can become so wrapped up in the needs and drama of those around you that you lose sight of your own goals and how to achieve them. Some minor financial turmoil at the beginning of the week could get blown out of proportion and cause you to over-react. Take that extra minute to look at the big picture and things will turn out fine.
GEMINI – This is a good week to plan new beginnings and projects, particularly those in the career and relationship realms. Your optimism and willingness to expand your knowledge in these areas is reflected in your self confidence. The challenge here is to avoid being distracted by that old restless feeling to keep moving on. This is a time to expand your horizons so let your imagination illuminate the possibilities ahead.
CANCER – This week will be filled with emotional ups and downs especially in those areas relating to your public or external image. The underlying restless that you are dealing with stems not from anything in the present but from some longstanding karmic matter that needs to be identified and then resolved. It is important to remember that, ultimately, it is your task to find that which brings you happiness. No one else can do it.
LEO – Echoes of the past seem to be blocking the path to the future this week. Letting go of that which has gone may mean releasing memories or relationships that you have outgrown. Seeking thrills through self-indulgence (i.e. too much partying) is not the answer; different doesn’t always mean better. Understanding that freedom in a relationship doesn’t mean freedom from relationships is a lesson well learned now.
VIRGO – Holding onto the emotions of a past love actually act like a prison that is restraining you from finally letting go and being willing to start again. Your challenge is to face the fear of rejection and understand that only in doing so can you free yourself from those emotional chains. Mid-week, a social encounter could provide a kind of enlightenment that, yes, there is a future worth having. Go for it!!
LIBRA – Lots of ambitious energy this week is making you feel antsy to do “something”, even if you aren’t sure exactly what that “something” is. Impulsive actions can cause needless arguments with potential allies; just because an idea is good doesn’t mean that you have to act on it immediately. Visualizing the process that is required to achieve success will help you succeed in bringing the “finished project” to life.
SCORPIO – Emotional security is the focus this week. Recent events have enhanced your tendency to play everything close to the vest with the result being that you may actually be missing out on some support by not letting anyone inside. What is called for now it to reexamine just what (and who) you have defined as “valuable”. As important as material wealth is, emotional treasures are worth even more.
SAGITTARIUS – The medium is the message and, this week, the medium is romance and it may only be a short distance away. Your words can, literally, paint a picture of the future so choose them wisely. What may begin as a pleasant interlude could turn into something much more intense by the weekend. This is a time to truly learn about each other; embrace and enjoy the moment.
CAPRICORN – This week the focus is on security. There are some issues on the home front that have you doubting your ability to maintain things as they have been. While the financial aspect is important, do not overlook your need to be nurtured even while you are pushing yourself to stabilize things. Accepting the emotional support of family members is not a sign of weakness; rather it will remind you of why you work so hard.
AQUARIUS – Romantic activities are front and center this week. In the midst of all that passion, you may find that you temporarily lose your focus. It could be difficult knowing exactly where you stand with your love interest. You are more vulnerable emotionally than you may know so major decisions about the future should be put off for now. Your intuition is strong but the information may be flawed especially near week’s end.
PISCES – Change merely for the sake of change may not always be a good thing and this week, that point could be driven home in the work realm. Take the time to from a vision of what you are trying to do. Trying to get your point across could rub some both co-workers and friends the wrong way mid-week. Temper your enthusiasm with some moderation in order to avoid stress-related health issues.
Lou Raedwulfe is the author of Stars and Stones – A Look Forward with Astrology and Runes, 2012 An Astrological Overview and The RuneChest. All books are available at Amazon for Kindle and Barnes & Noble for Nook from $12.99. He is also a psychic advisor, clairvoyant, tarot master and rune master. Get a reading from Lou today on this site.
The theme of this week is duality. Whether you are trying balance your mind and your heart, embracing change or maintaining the status quo, intimacy versus independence or simply handling positive and negative energies, the duality of existence will impact our choices and the karmic path ahead.
ARIES – Balancing your emotional/instinctive responses on one hand with common sense decision making on the other is your challenge this week. Before you can truly commit to others, you first have to be able to commit to your own destiny. You may discover that your biggest opposition is yourself. A crisis mid-week provides an unexpected opportunity to release the negativity and make that leap of faith.
TAURUS - This week will find you putting all out kinds of emotional fires, especially where issues of money or romance are concerned. Care must be taken in order to avoid going to extremes that could make things worse. There is a sense of finality (or fate) near week’s end that finally answers a long-standing question that has troubled you. Change is here-lead, follow, or get out of the way, the choice is totally yours.
GEMINI - There are lessons to be learned this week that will both that will both expand your view of reality and provide new challenges although not quite in the way you envisioned. Consider whether reviving existing plans might be better then starting from scratch. This is not the time for shortcuts as they just won’t work. Take the measured path to growth and remember that you cannot be where you have not yet begun.
CANCER – Your words and actions are being closely watched this week by someone whose position and influence could impact your future in ways that you might not be aware of. In this instance perception certainly is reality and what you project now, particularly at the beginning of the week, will also have long term karmic implications as well. Follow your heart and the rest will fall into place.
LEO - Romantic endeavors are definitely favored this week. Making a passionate connection at a social function late in the week could lead to something much more than a one night stand. Importantly you may discover that there is a need that was waiting to be fulfilled and now the opportunity is there to do just that. Keeping a balance between emotional and rational perceptions will be challenging but necessary at this time.
VIRGO – This week finds you being confronted with an inconvenient truth about a relationship that you would rather not face. Trying to ignore the situation by repressing the anxieties you feel could leave you both emotionally and psychically drained by week’s end. Rather than drawing down the curtain and pretending nothing has changed, face the reality before you and allow yourself the chance to begin healing.
LIBRA – Your ability to concentrate is enhanced this week and can help you achieve some tangible results in realm of business or career. What is important is that you don’t allow superficial issues to sidetrack your efforts or put you in a negative state of mind. Building an emotional wall can inhibit help and support from social contacts that can help you. Change, though scary, can be positive. Embrace it.
SCORPIO – Money issues are still front and center with some major ups and downs likely, particularly at the beginning of the week. There is an unusually strong feeling of possessiveness that could actually work against you. Keeping your anger and frustration under control is important as allowing yourself to explode will only serve to make matters worse. If you look beneath the surface of things, you can find an answer.
SAGITTARIUS – This week your gift of gab could definitely pay of in the career realm. The chance for a change of direction is in your hands. Change your focus and you can change your future. You have the drive to accomplish your goals as long as you can find a way to release pressures constructively. Late in the week you could confront a situation that requires you to adapt and to compromise. You will benefit from both.
CAPRICORN – There is a sense this week that you need to pull back from everything, including personal relationships, in order to feel a greater sense of emotional security. The challenge is to balance the need for self-protection with the desire to nurture and protect those closest to you. If you can keep your perspective, you may discover that this week can bring a new clarity to your perception of “home” and all that it entails.
AQUARIUS – The desire for intimacy on one hand and independence on the other can lead to romantic turmoil through out the week. At the same time, this week may provide an opportunity for financial gain if you are willing to take a calculated risk. With two different sets of energies competing for your focus, it may be best to take some time apart to minimize the drama and merge your idealism with your realism.
PISCES – This week finds you torn between your sense of obligation and your desire for freedom. Unexpected changes in the work and financial realm, while upsetting at first, actually are going to reveal some new approaches that could provide the answer to combating the feeling that you are “stuck” in place. Rather than worrying about the “what ifs” that change brings, embrace the new and find your muse. It’s waiting there.
Lou Raedwulfe is the author of Stars and Stones – A Look Forward with Astrology and Runes, 2012 An Astrological Overview and The RuneChest. All books are available at Amazon for Kindle and Barnes & Noble for Nook from $12.99. He is also a psychic advisor, clairvoyant, tarot master and rune master. Get a reading today on this site.
The quincunx is the astrological aspect formed when planets are 150 degrees apart (plus or minus a 2 degree orb) and is one of the least understood but yet impactful relationships that can be found in a chart. Also known as inconjunct, the quincunx has been the subject of debate between astrologers as to whether it is actually an aspect and, if so, what is its importance both in individual and composite charts.
Traditional and ancient astrologers did not recognize the quincunx as an aspect while modern astrologers feel that this relationship needs to recognized and understood.
Even in the modern school, there is no agreement as to whether this is a major, moderate or minor aspect. To some, such as the late Howard Sasportas, co-founder of the Centre for Psychological Astrology and best selling authors and astrologers, Derek and Julia Parker, the quincunx is a major aspect, along side, Trines, Sextiles, Conjunctions, Oppositions and Squares. The traditional view, expressed by the likes of Johannes Kepler in the 16th century did not even acknowledge it. Both schools seem to agree on one point: the quincunx is a complex and difficult item to understand.
So what makes this curious geometric pattern such a challenge? To begin with, the planets involved in a quincunx are of different astrological houses, consist of different elements (earth, air, fire and water), and even the very quality (Cardinal, Fixed and Mutable) of the signs they are found in are not identical. For example, a planet in Aries (fire, Cardinal) may be in a quincunx aspect with a planet in Scorpio (water, Fixed). When the house positions are added, the 150 degrees of separation become even more confounding to interpret.
Perhaps no one phrase best describes the impact of the quincunx then: “strange bedfellows”.
While there is always a cause-and-effect blend of the energies, trying to understand what the hidden relationship is between them and how that impacts. Another word often associated with this aspect is “adjustment”; trying to balance the energies that have a deep connection but, on the surface seems at odds. The eminent American astrologer, Charles Jayne, described it succinctly as “being asked to reconcile the irreconcilable.”
In a synastry or composite chart, a quincunx can be a useful tool to identify potential points of stress in the relationship that if identified and acknowledged by both partners, can actually be a point of strength when it is recognized that give-and-take, on both parts can build a stronger union. As with all relationships, however, this requires a creative leap of faith with no guarantee of the outcome. It is also fun to use it in astrology history.
As modern astrologers look further at this most curious aspect, a greater understanding will be applied to chart interpretation and, as a result, to providing the kind of guidance and support clients who seek out metaphysical advice for life matters hope to find as they consult these practitioners. There is no doubt that Mr. Holmes, were he of an astrological mind, would concur that, while the quincunx aspect may be just a trifle, its importance reaches far beyond the orb of 150 degrees.
This week the theme is relationships. Trying to balance the wants and needs of your romantic partner and yourself can leave you feeling restless and wondering about the future of the relationship. Letting things unfold as they should, though challenging, is often the best course to take in matters of the heart.
ARIES – This could be a tough week on the relationship front. On one hand you find yourself longing for more freedom yet, simultaneously, desiring a greater degree of intimacy. As a result, there is going to be a lot of conflict during the entire seven days. There is a perverse desire to taking risks that could jeopardize what you have. Keep in mind that actions have consequences and karma is always in play before you leap.
TAURUS - Financial matters are in flux this week and, as a result, you may find yourself having to deal with a shortage of resources and, quite possibly, a dramatic change early on. Trying to escape the reality of the situation by losing yourself in an intense physical encounter will not help you to resolve things. Although you may resent it, sharing control might actually be the solution. Try it and see.
GEMINI – This is a good week to consider how best to expand your world view. Travelling to a place you haven’t visited before even if it is local, may well provide the kind of learning experience that you are craving. Your personal moral code is going to be on display late in the week. How you carry yourself in handling the situation could have long term positive effects on both your career and finances.
CANCER – There is a restlessness and/or uneasiness in the realm of work/school this week that is causing you to reconsider your career path. How you see yourself in the world may be at odds with the constraints of the 9 to 5 reality. The question that must be answered is whether you can achieve the internal goals you have set for yourself doing what you are currently doing and, if not, is it time to make that change.
LEO – This week social interactions, particularly those with romantic overtones need to be examined closely. This is not a week to start a new relationship. Although the passion is intense, the immediate feelings of jealousy that come with it could lead to heartbreak for both of you. Better to enjoy the moment for what it is and then see where the path leads than trying to force the issue. A financial issue late in the week is also possible.
VIRGO – Fate is going to push/pull you in an unexpected direction this week. The challenge for you is not to let your anxiety about the unknown sap your mental and physical energies that, in turn could cause some health issues late in the week. This is one of those times that the best course of action is to get out of your own way and permit that is which coming to be to manifest. It will be enlightening, to be sure.
LIBRA – This is not a week that you can impose your will. Trying to force maters, especially in the relationship realm can cause more problems then solving them. Giving in to impulsive actions and responses will leave you feeling directionless. Late in the week something may occur that is going to remind you, in dramatic fashion, how important it is to be able to trust. In this way, balance can be restored.
SCORPIO - Financial matters are front and center this week. Take care to avoid impulse buying as it could lead to buyer’s regret later on. There is a temptation to sacrifice your personal value system just to make the proverbial fast buck. This is where understanding what truly has worth is so important. Even though you may finish the week feeling unsettled, know that you have actually laid the foundation for the future.
SAGITTARIUS – Travel could play an important role this week. Remember it’s not the distance or the destination that matters as much as what is learned on the way. Mid-week, your instincts are going to come into play as a new relationship may have more importance than appears at first glance. Self-expression and articulating your ideas is also a prominent theme especially in financial matters and business.
CAPRICORN - Confrontations with family members are going to make this a difficult seven days. The question of who “rules the roost” may prevent any positive changes to be made, especially where finances are also involved. What is called for is a truce on both sides and a step back. When egos are in charge, emotions can and do get bruised. Compromise, as hard as it seems, is the way to solve the situation.
AQUARIUS – Trying to “keep it real” is going be your challenge this week. You may discover that your expectations about a current romance are not realistic. Regardless, you want to “play the game” just to see what happens. Late in the week you may feel drained-both emotionally and physically. Do a mental inventory to see if you’ve taken on more than you can sustain. If the answer is yes, slow down and let Fate play its hand.
PISCES – This week the focus is on your job. Worrying excessively about those things that you can’t control can impact your physical health particularly at the beginning of the week. What is called for is to find or rediscover a vision that you can focus your energies to making a reality. Do not let your fear of failure add to the stress of the moment. By remembering how to dream today, you can also rediscover the joy of tomorrow.
About The Author:
Lou Raedwulfe is the author of Stars and Stones – A Look Forward with Astrology and Runes, 2012 An Astrological Overview and The RuneChest. All books are available at Amazon for Kindle and Barnes & Noble for Nook. He is also a psychic advisor, clairvoyant, tarot master and rune master.
The Autumn Equinox marks a true change of seasons. For many, the start of fall on September 21rd is viewed as a time of harvest and, hopefully, a change in the seemingly ongoing drama that marks the daily news on the political, national, financial and world fronts. Whether it is unrest in North Africa, our own economic situation, or the seemingly unending barrage of natural disasters and challenges, the desire to put it all behind us as the season’s change is almost overwhelming.
Yes, this is the time of the harvest, both in the karmic sense, as well as, the traditional meaning. The stars, too, seem to reflect this “harvesting” of what we have sown. Just three days after the Equinox, a powerful stellium promises to bring some dramatic “seasonal shifts” to this planet and its inhabitants.
A stellium is an astrological term to describe a multiple conjunction of at least four planets in one sign or house. Astrologers differ on whether it is the sign or house which should dictate whether a stellium is present, however, it is the sign which controls since a sign can span two houses.
The effect of the Super Moon earlier this year is still be felt in a variety of ways around the globe. With that in mind, one must certainly pay attention to the upcoming lunar event that will occur in just a couple of weeks. Many writers have noted that Super Moons do seem to have an impact on earthquakes given the increased seismic activity that can occur during that period, it would seem that this may be a prelude to a significantly more extreme events, weather included.
Stelliums act like a cosmic battery overcharging the impact of the planets involved, as well as, the signs and the houses. Specifically, the energies involved become obsessive. Here, the lunar impact on emotions magnified by Venus collides and confounds with the Mercury on communications of all types. Much as the Sun can magnify energy and heat when shown through a magnifying glass, so too does the proximity of Old Sol to these other planets add to their intertwined energies.
Of particular concern is that this astrological configuration overlaps the 12th and the 1st houses. The 12th house is concerned with large public institutions (think governmental bodies) and hidden matters or agendas. What we see may not be what we are going to get, especially in the financial realm. This is traditionally the house of self-undoing, making those decisions or taking actions which ultimately will work against the desired outcome. Given the toxic environment on political fronts, both here and abroad, expect some abrupt over-reaction that could lead to more unrest or worse. A financial crisis could come shooting in from the proverbial “left field” that could leave both leaders and the public scrambling.
Libra, of course, is represented by the Scales and symbolizes the karmic balance that is constantly in flux. The stellium’s effect is going to through this “balance’ severely out of whack. We may well get that “Aha!!” moment, but at a high price and, possibly, too late to avoid the consequences. This does not mean that everything ends, rather, that the proverbial “Humpty Dumpty” has gone to omelet land and that we are left with picking up the pieces.
Pluto retrograde has just left Capricorn and this transits denoted a time of transformation and ending those systems (and beliefs) whose time has past. Structures (man-made, institutional, financial and political) that do not support growth have begun to crumble to be replaced by the new forms. This background of astrological activity is a major reason why the Equinox and the stellium could well mark a true change of seasons on many levels and a karmic “harvest” of unique and unexpected proportions.
It should be kept in mind that the Equinox, whether Spring or Fall can bring in more than just a seasonal change. It is a marker for things to come, both good and not so good. Either way, it presents challenges that are worth noting.
Twice a year the Sun and Moon seem almost to stand still and the hours of daylight and darkness are equal. The first of these times is the spring Vernal Equinox heralding the time of new beginnings, growth, and a celebration that warmth has returned to the Earth and possibilities are limitless. The second of these times when the hours of day and night are balanced occurs, appropriately, at the beginning of Libra, the sign of the scales. This is the Autumnal or Fall Equinox.
This transition of the seasons is called by many names; Mabon or Harvest Home (Wiccan), Meán Fómhair or Alban Elfed (Welsh), Night of the Hunter (Old English), Festival of Dionysus (Greek), Michaelmas (Christian) and Fallfeast (Old Germanic) are some examples of how various cultures honor the period of time between September 21st and 23rd. The essence of all these celebrations is the recognition that now is time to reap the harvest of the efforts of the previous months, reflect on all that has occurred and to prepare for the coming period of darkness and cold that marks the completion of the Great Wheel’s cycle until the new birth of the coming year comes with the spring.
With all of the dynamic changes that have happened thus far, the Autumnal Equinox of 2012 carries a special astrological importance. Pluto retrograde ends its path four days prior to September 22nd, the actual date of the Fall event. Once again, the transformational forces that have been somewhat happenstance since the retrograde began in April are now pushing forward again.
Pluto squares Uranus on the 19th and Mercury on the 20th. The generational impact of these aspects cannot be overstated. Political upheavals will continue with a dramatic event very likely to occur right on the Equinox or within a day or two after. Mercury the Messenger is also impacted by the Pluto’s square leading to suspicion, mental anxiety and with a decidedly negative slant, could add fuel to already volatile situations.
The Messenger also finds itself in opposition of Uranus on the 20th. This will further confound the problems with communications during this period and right through the 23rd. Lost, misunderstood, or interrupted messages could lead to arguments and conflicts, both on a personal and on a larger societal level. Even the usually calming effect of Chiron, the Wounded Healer, adds to the potential for chaos due to it’s opposition with Mercury also on the 20th with the likelihood of misrepresenting ideas or concepts adding further confusion.
In a real sense, the impact for these aspects may be viewed as a kind of mini-Mercury retrograde period; rather than lasting a fortnight, this will be a much shorter period of five to seven days. Yet, occurring as it does during this time of harvest and reflection, this Equinox could truly give a whole new meaning to the phrase: “Reaping what you sow”. In a real sense, this could well be a fall to remember.
Yet, all this too, is part of the Great Wheel that must pass from warmth to cold, light to dark, through all the stages of life so that the new can spring again, like a phoenix, from the ashes of the old.
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Lou Raedwulfe is the author of Stars and Stones – A Look Forward with Astrology and Runes, 2012 An Astrological Overview and The RuneChest. All books are available at Amazon for Kindle and Barnes & Noble for Nook from $12.99. He is also a psychic advisor, clairvoyant, tarot master and rune master. Get a reading today on this site.
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The theme of the week is intuition. Remembering to listen to your inner voice and paying attention to external “hints” can provide guidance both in understanding immediate issues and in discovering long term goals. Intuition, after all, is one of the most direct forms to connecting with karma.
ARIES – There is a renewed sense of purpose this week that will help you regroup and reorganize your daily routine. You may discover that some of the health issues that have been troubling you were directly related to the stress of spreading yourself too thin. Identify what is a priority and what can wait and focus your effort appropriately. Once your schedule is running smoothly, working towards your goals will be easier too.
TAURUS – Promises and commitments are highlighted this week. On the business and financial front, you may encounter something (or someone) that seeks to block your progress. Before confronting the issue, take some extra time to examine just why there is opposition to your path. This could be a time of rerouting for you that could lead to the discovery of a new talent or capability. After all, there are no accidents.
GEMINI – This week holds a lot of promise for love, passion and intimacy. The key is to actually identify what it is you are looking for in a relationship and focus on that. Quality not quantity is what can quench that emotional thirst. This is a time of adjustment and shedding outmoded behaviors and ideas. Late in the week a discovery (or realization) could lead to a significant change of course. Keep a lookout for it.
CANCER – Snap judgments, particularly in the realm of personal relationships, could have unfortunate consequences especially mid-week. The key is to be judicious in how you communicate your feelings since you can get swept up in the emotions of the moment regardless of the impact your words may have on others. Going overboard financially is also likely, though this is only a temporary condition.
LEO – Career matters and your standing in the community will be accented this week. It is important to keep your ego in check as maintaining the correct perspective is as important as what you achieve. The challenge is to truly understand those who work with you in order to maximize what they can offer and, in turn, what you can give in return. When karmic balance is restored, you can move mountains.
VIRGO – This week is all about stepping out from the crowd and making your own unique path forward. What is called for is to truly embrace your own values and objectives even if doing so tends to sets you apart (temporarily) from your friends and like-minded others. This is not a time to start a new romance as this could prove distracting. Change is needed and now is the time to make it happen.
LIBRA – Feelings of ambivalence as to where you fit in leave you feeling unsettled this week. There is a sense that there is something that you are overlooking which causes you to hesitate in making an important decision. Expressing your deepest feelings to your love interest is difficult now and causes you to doubt if what your heart feels is real. Dreams can come true if you are willing to believe in them.
SCORPIO – Staying focused is going to be a real challenge for you this week. Your imagination could end up playing tricks on you particularly in romantic matters. Jealousy (real or imagined) can be intense and hard to control. The key is to remember that your intuition is rarely wrong. Listening to that inner voice may prevent you from jumping to a conclusion that ultimately is not the right one.
SAGITTARIUS – Risk taking in the areas of money and romance could lead to some major changes by week’s end. What is needed now is to truly to ask whether what you desire is truly what you need. Is a moment of passion worth the potential for upheaval later on? (This applies to both financial and domestic matters). Be careful what you promise this week as you will be expected to make good on those words.
CAPRICORN – This week your focus is on networking and making important connections in the career area. The challenge is to be flexible enough to consider different possibilities while still maintaining your point of view. Early in the week you may receive some correspondence (written or electronic) that may provide an important insight on the direction you are to travel next. Watch for it and heed accordingly.
AQUARIUS – Trying to be all things to all people, especially at home, could lead to some disappointment and frustration this week. The key is not to expect more of your self than is realistic under the current conditions. By focusing on maintaining a balance between what can be accomplished and what you’d like to accomplish, emotions can be stabilized. Remember miracles can, and do, happen.
PISCES – Your creative nature will be on display this week. There will be bursts of insight, particularly in romantic matters that will be amazingly on point. The question remains, however, whether you will listen to this information or try and push what could be a risky path. Near the end of the week, existing plans may have to be reshuffled. Balancing the conventional with the creative could provide a nice resolution to things.
Lou is the author of Stars and Stones – A Look Forward with Astrology and Runes, 2012 An Astrological Overview and The
RuneChest. All books are available at Amazon for Kindle and Barnes & Noble for Nook from $12.99. He is also a psychic advisor, clairvoyant, tarot master and rune master. Get a reading today on this site.
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