Archive for the ‘Neptune Retrograde’ Category
Horoscopes this week:
Creative visualization is the theme of the week. When we are able to take a dream or desire and visualize how it can be made into reality, we are, in effect, forming the future from psychical world. When we can truly see the path, walking it becomes effortless.
Summer is on the way and with it a desire for people to focus more at home than on what is going on in the world and that includes not listening to the news as much as we were earlier this year. It is time to re-group to get ready for the ‘growth’ period as summer draws near.
With three eclipses over the past thirty days, you might notice there has been some internal changes which will be manifesting over the next few days and weeks. Summer officially begins the third week in June and you’ll notice when Neptune retrograde clouds your reality, so be ready for things to not necessarily be as they appear. Watch for more and severe weather patterns over the next few weeks. This Neptune Retrograde promises illusions of all types.
Neptune Retrograde – Love’s Illusion
Read full horoscopes for each Sun sign.
Mars, the God of War, is also active during these ‘lazy, hazy, crazy days of summer’. Much like the Messenger, Mars also has the quincunx aspect in play with Neptune and Chiron. Both the Sea King, Neptune, and the Wounded Healer, Chiron, are retrograde which further bring out their negative features. Disillusionment, frustration and anger at things which seem beyond control will all be heightened. Wrongs (real and imagined) are going to fester on the world stage which could lead to random acts of violence that could explode into a much larger political/economic conflict. This is particularly true during the last two weeks of the month.
The Mars, God of War, squares off literally with the Dark Lord, Pluto on July 17th. The visceral drive to eliminate that which is viewed as unacceptable or obsolete by force could lead to a reckless course of military action during that week. A day later, on July 18th, Mars opposes (again literally) the force of Uranus. The urge to through caution to the winds combined with the desire to revolt from real or perceived restrictions enhance the chance that a traditional power or authority is going to collapse without any clear alternative to replace it.
Personal relationships, too, are going to find themselves in the heat of the summer sun during July. Again, the difficult quincunx aspect between Venus and the Dark Lord on July 3rd, marks upheavals in matters of the heart and may leave many people feeling like they have boarded an emotional roller coaster of the e-ticket variety.
Chiron joins the party in a celestial cosmic ‘square dance with the Goddess of Love on July 7th sowing mistrust and doubt which cannot be conquered by and emotionally forcing matters. With all the other astral energies swirling during the month, to say that love is a battlefield could be an understatement.
One of the many features that makes this period so intense is the fact that there are five significant retrogrades occurring at the same time: Neptune, Mercury, Chiron, Pluto and Uranus. All will be moving in reverse and their combined retro-activity opens the door for upheaval and uncertainty. The fabric of what the world believes is ‘truth’ is going to be torn in ways that are both immediate and forceful. While the focus of 2012 was on the Mayan Prophecy of December 21st, far more powerful forces will interplay during the period from July 3rd though the 26th.
In a cosmic sense we all are being put on notice that there are some karmic debts coming due and the Universe will insure that they are paid both on a global and personal level. This could well be part of what the ancients saw as they peered into the night sky to cast the course of fate for those who follow. Perhaps seeking astral advice from those trained in the predictive arts may help find a course to follow even as the paths themselves are being reshaped.
Related Articles:
July 4th Fireworks An Astrological Spectacular
Dark Side of the Moon Shadow Side of the Future
Lou Raedwulfe is also the author of 2012 Stars and Stones. See all of his books at Amazon.com
The summer months are usually a time of relaxation, renewal and recreation. But in this year of 2012 there is a fourth element that must be considered; reckoning. The heavens are going to be a hotbed of astrological activity that is going to have profound impacts here on Earth and its denizens from a period beginning June 3 and running through July 26. From July 3 through July 26, the planetary dance reaches a frenzied pace. Astrologers and psychics will be focusing their skills in order to help forecast the events which may occur during this cosmic chaos.
There are several highlights that occur and will have great significance during that period. To begin with, the amount of retrograde action increases dramatically. Neptune, The Sea King, goes into reverse on June 4 with Chiron, the Wounded Healer, following suit on June 11. Adding to the mix is Uranus, the Sky Lord, heading rearward on July 13. To top everything off, the second Mercury retrograde of the year starts a day later on July 14.
The Neptune retrograde portends water related issues. The chance for a potent hurricane during that time is dramatically increased. Since Neptune also controls oil and gas, expect for a problem with shortages during the height of the summer travel season. Dreams and delusions will be squaring off with realty adding tension across the board. Chiron is following a similar course and will bring up old hurts, both politically and personally. These will need to be addressed and ‘healed’ or at least acknowledged.
Uranus moving backward is going to further enhance the spirit of revolution against the old orders world wide. When added to Neptune and Chiron, the chance for social and political upheavals is exacerbated as existing power centers totter against the weight of time and change is amplified. Protests, confrontations and the possibility of armed conflict is likely both internationally and domestically as Uranus’ position in Aries raises the emotional temperature to a boiling point.
If all of this weren’t enough, the Mercury retrograde will add to the confusion, uncertainty and frustration of communications issues, mental lapses and breakdowns, and a failure to maintain order. Main stream sources of news may be less than reliable and, on personal levels, break-ups and break-downs could occur with a greater frequency. Mercury retrogrades are challenging during a quiet period, however, this one could be devastating.
There are other major astrological events during this shortened period. The total eclipse of the moon on June 4 falls in Sagittarius. Eclipses in fire signs highlight discontent in society, a realization that essential resources are scarce and increased military activity. Even as a search for “the truth” continues, more summer fireworks than usual can be expected. The Summer Solstice itself occurs on June 20. As with any seasonal change, energies will be in flux. There is also a unique event with Venus transiting across the Sun for only the second time since 1882 and will not occur again until 2117.
Between the heat of Old Sol and the passion of Venus, the Goddess of Love, the emphasis is on what classic astrologers call ‘The Divine Feminine’. Expect an important woman (or women) to have a major impact during that time.
As mentioned before, the period from July 3 through the 26 is extremely active, particularly for the Messenger and Mars, God of War. Mercury has seven aspects during that three week period and Mars has six. Communications and aggression will blend with the other planets impacted further ramping up the tensions on all fronts.
While all the emphasis of prediction and prophecy has been placed on December 21, 2012, the real focus should be on the summer months. The energies swirling above will be reflected on us below and may well leave us trying to catch our collective and spiritual breaths well before the Mayan Long Count ends.
Lou is a free lance writer and is the author of The RuneChest now available at Amazon
Related Articles:
The beginning of the end June 2012
2012 Through the looking glass part III
2012 The year ahead according to the Runes
This has been one tough Mercury Retrograde for individuals, as well as, around the globe. In the USA, we have been the victim of Hurricane Irene, the credit downgrade by the S&P, and Greece on the brink of default.
Now that it is officially over as of August 26, 2011, we should see things start to chug forward again. Some people find themselves starting over and in many ways this was a visit to the past to help clear out the debris. Others will have residue from Hurricane Irene and other water issues that need to be dealt with now to prevent further damage in the near future as we experienced three planets in Retrograde at the same time: Mercury, Pluto and Neptune.
Many relationships that were ‘defaulting’ ended during this period. If they didn’t end the relationship this time around, Mercury will go into another Retrograde phase on November 23rd – December 13th, 2011 in the sign of Sagittarius. The issues you were facing this time will again be in the forefront during the next retrograde.
This next Mercury Retrograde will affect any type of travel you may be thinking of during the Holiday Season starting around Thanksgiving. Make sure all of your travel plans are in motion by that time. You could expect delays and other snafus around that time. It should smooth out during the Christmas Season for travel.
Neptune and Pluto are still in Retrograde which can conjure up all kinds of water issues as was just experienced with Hurricane Irene. The damage from the flooding and excessive rain caused more damage than the Hurricane itself. Now is the time to make sure your home’s water systems are in proper working order. Flooding causes more damage than all other natural disasters and I expect this will be another whopping hurricane season.
Things involving liquid gas, oil, and water will continue to be affected by Pluto and Neptune. They will also affect the stock market in oil, heating oil, and natural gas as prices may continue their rise. Watch for lots more flooding and water related damage as the year moves on. It will not surprise me that there will be many more flooding issues that will affect a large number of the population. Make sure you have the right type of insurance whether you rent or own because you might need it.
The last half of December will be a much better time to make travel plans. Buy your heating oil as soon as is financially feasible to lock in lower prices now as they will start to rise dramatically as the year moves forward. This is going to be a high-priced season for all of us until these retrogrades pass.
Related Articles:
Mercury Retrograde Dating Guide
Survival Guide for Mercury Retrogrades
Mercury Retrograde Cosmic Communication Chaos
Mercury Retrograde Affects 2012 Elections
I get the sense that August is not going to be just the “dog days” of summer but, rather, the baying of the hounds of Karma. Pluto which began its retro dance on April 9th, was joined by the Sea King, Neptune, on June 3rd and Uranus on July 10th. If all of these retrograde energies weren’t enough, there is the impending Mercury retrograde of August 2nd, with Jupiter following suit on August 30th.
These planets have a generational and world impact both in the near and short term. Pluto bespeaks of transition through upheaval. Neptune’s backward path can cloud the reality of things even as we are being warned that wishing never makes it so. Uranus, the ethereal one, brings the uncertainty of life and unexpected events crashing home. Mighty Jupiter, traditional ruler of the Gods, crumbles the best laid plans and forces us to look within to learn what truly is important.
Overshadowing all of this is the impact on communications, understanding and messages, both internal and external, from the second Mercury retrograde of the year. Always chaotic, combined with these larger forces, the Messenger’s path will add undue complications on many fronts.
What is on the political horizon? The unrest and uncertainty of the last few months is going to dramatically escalate. There may well be a dramatic fall from power that will stun the world. Outmoded governments will continue to topple and many around the globe will come to realize that much of what they believed was a mere illusion. The financial world is still shaky and even if a debt ceiling agreement is reached, the ramifications of the debate will echo loudly both here and abroad.
Trust in our traditional institutions, such as the media (yes, even social media), government, banks, and other symbols of power and order is going to be under a great deal of stress. Another major scandal could rear its head at the start of the Mercury retrograde. Ultimately, we may have to learn to trust ourselves first, even if it seems we are flying in the face of convention.
Weather and Planet? The almost constant earthquake events we have been seeing could peak to a much larger occurrence during the second week of August. Japan could be a target again although there is a strong possibility of this event happening in the Western Hemisphere. Labor Day may bring the Sea King’s wrath in the form of a hurricane that shows up almost unannounced with drastic results.
Even as the karma of the past is put paid in the present, we may well find that, like the Phoenix of legend, we can rise from the chaos and move forward to build a new, stronger path. It can only be hoped…..
Lou Raedwulfe
Related Articles:
Costa Concordia, Iceberg, What Iceberg?
Astrology as Predicted is Happening
USA’s Natal Chart – A Conundrum
Summer Solstice and More Fireworks Coming
Solar Eclipse July 1st in Cancer
PsychicCosmos © 2009
Neptune, astrologically speaking, has long been associated with mysticism, idealism and compassion. When affected by negative influences and aspects with other planets, these characteristics can change into delusion and deception as well as a lack of focus and confusion. It has power over weather, oil and gas, steam and steam power, (no matter how it is produced), mystery, secrecy, spiritualism as well as dreams, and imagination.
It seems that Neptune clearly is demanding our attention. With another Mercury retrograde looming in our future as well, one can only anticipate that there are going to be more dynamic events which may well alter the course of our day to day life. Perhaps the message here is to not to be lulled into a dream-like desire escape that is going on and to look more closely at what is around us.
Neptune also enhances our ability to create and solve problems. By allowing this potential to flow freely, we can face the battle of egos which currently seems to grid-lock the world at large and start to achieve real progress. Much like the words from Celine Dion’s song “My Heart Will Go On:” we can weather the storms by tapping these forces.
For whether on the world stage or in our own spheres of existence, this Neptune retrograde will definitely leave a mark on both the physical and psychical realms that will reach far beyond this six month event.