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The third three month period picks up right where the second quarter left off. The second Mercury retrograde begins on June 26 and lasts an unusually long 24 days (the normal length is between 20-22 days). Before going direct on July 20, Mercury will be joined by Uranus also going retrograde on July 17. Uranus, whose energies focus on deviation and change could cause wild fluctuations in the markets and in financial matters generally. Add in what promises to be a highly potent Mercury retrograde and a shaky world economy could become much more unstable.
The single most important astrological aspect of the entire year also occurs during this third quarter. On July 20, a Grand Trine is formed where Mars trines both Neptune a Saturn. A Grand Trine is where three planets are each 120 degrees from each other and are in the same element (i.e. Earth, Air, Fire or Water). The Grand Trine of July 20 is a Water Sign Grand Trine (Mars is in Cancer-The Cardinal Water Sign, Neptune in Pisces-Mutable Water Sign, Saturn in Scorpio-Fixed Water Sign).
Water Grand Trines tend to heighten the emotional and sensitivity of humankind. While there is an opportunity to remember what being human stands for, being lead by emotional responses that override both fact and logic can lead to over-reactions to events that could escalate a minor skirmish into a major flare up. More meteorological events are also likely during this time as the Neptune is still in retrograde. The possibility of another oil spill or related issue cannot be ruled out.
By the time the fourth quarter of 2013 arrives, we may all be trying to catch our collective breaths, spiritually, emotionally, and even physically. Much of what was the status quo at the end of 2012 will have been altered or even cast aside. The economic and political landscape of Europe will be far different that it is now and for the United States and the rest of the world, dealing with this new reality is the true test of the years to come.
October 18 brings another lunar eclipse and three days later, the final Mercury retrograde of the year on the October 21. This time period could well see an armed conflict that has been simmering for some time. The communication disruptions of the Mercury retrograde could be the trigger that sets things off.
The total Solar Eclipse of November 3 could herald some kind of mishap (scandal, assassination, overthrow) of a world leader. What make this so confounding is that this may involve someone who is not one of the “usual suspects”.
Nonetheless, the event will cause even more doubt about just how stable our reality is. The Venus retrograde occurring, ironically enough on December 21, could be the indicator that a radical shift in how things are run worldwide is on the way.
To put 2013 in perspective, the words of the late Capt. Phil Harris, of the television show Deadliest Catch fame, are both prophetic and instructive for everyone on this frail blue orb:
“You can make things happen, you can watch things happen, or you can wonder what the @^$&#% just happened.”
That choice awaits us all in the year ahead as we keep track of 2013 psychic predictions and astrological forecasts.
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Although the Mayan Long Count Calendar may have ended on December 21, the amount of unfinished business from the old cycle that is carrying over to 2013 makes understanding what may lie ahead, astrologically speaking, in the next twelve months even more important that usual. Financial, social and political cans can only be kicked so far down the proverbial road before a conclusion, of one form or another, results. With this in mind, what follows is a brief overview of the cosmic energies that will be impacting us all in the months ahead.
The first quarter of the year seems to feature a lot of smoke and mirrors and precious little substance. Lots of posturing, politically and financially, on a global scale with no real sense of what direction to move in. This uncertainty will be compounded by Saturn, the Great Leveler, going in reverse on February 18, followed five days later by the first Mercury retrograde of the year.
Expect some revelations/whistle blowing during this time that could upset some highly placed individuals. The skewing of communications combined with the limitations of options for positive action of any sort set the stage for an event of karmic importance. Although March is supposed to “come in like a lion and go out like a lamb” the period from March 22-31 promises to be anything but gentle and serene. Expect a significant event during that time whose repercussions could have a world-wide impact. The realism of our situation may be brought home in a historically dramatic fashion.
The second and third quarters of the year promise to be the most dynamic, dramatic and, yes, traumatic of the entire twelve month cycle. Beginning with Pluto’s return to a retrograde motion on April 12, will again mark a period of unrest, possibly violent in nature, in various locales around the globe. Greece, Spain and the Middle East are prime candidates however, unlikely locales such as Southeast Asia or even in the southern United States could also be featured.
In addition, during a thirty day period from April 25 – May 25, there will be three eclipses; a partial Lunar eclipse (April 25), a Solar eclipse (May 9) and Lunar Eclipse (May24-25). The power of Eclipses, both Lunar and Solar, has been known to humankind for eons. With the eclipse effect during this time, expecting the unexpected should be the watchword for everyone.
Weather related events (and yes, that could mean an unexpected hurricane or two) are likely, especially after June 7 when Neptune goes retrograde. As the planet whose predominant influence is the oceans, Neptune’s impact cannot be overstated. For example, the Gulf Oil Spill of 2010 occurred during a Neptune retrograde. Neptune is also the planet of illusion and escapism. It is important not to mistake “pie in the sky” for an astrological pie in the face.
Lou Raedwulfe is the author of 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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This week the theme is change. Just as the calendar has turned the page, we also find that a new cycle faces us. Beginnings, completions, and looking beyond the mundane aspects of the world are challenges that await each of us in turn as we move forward into the New Year.
ARIES – This is a good time to take a look within to identify those areas that you can work on in the coming year to promote a stronger feeling of stability. Understanding that balance is needed between nurturing others and allowing yourself to be nurtured in turn is an important component towards building the kind of home life you seek. Realize that in order for there to be beginnings, there also have to be endings.
TAURUS – Gambling and risk-taking, on various levels, seems to be the feature of this week. You’ve been feeling lucky and, at least, in the short term it is beginning to pay off. Keep in mind, however, that it is very easy to overextend yourself (read pushing your luck) resulting in you being taken advantage of. By identifying what your true obligations are, you can maintain the focus necessary to complete them.
GEMINI – Worrying over what you perceive as past mistakes, even if things were beyond your control, will only create unneeded stress especially mid-week. Look closely at what has gone before and identify what areas you could actually effect by changing or improving your approach and focus on those. Fate is like the weather; it can change on a dime and all we can do is to get out of our own way and wait for the sun.
CANCER – Some sort of legal or contractual matter requires your attention even as the last echoes of the New Year’s celebration fade away. You have been wavering in making a long term commitment and now is the time to decide. Your romantic partner may have a peculiar insight that can provide illumination on the issue. Being able to weigh pluses and minuses is what is called for now. Power shared is power multiplied.
LEO – This week finds you with an eye towards finances in the upcoming year even as the holiday season blossoms around you. Mid-week may find you being confronted with some kind of business or career proposal. A close examination is needed as there is more here than first meets the eye. Also, what may seem nothing more than a delightful dalliance could have far-reaching effects, so play carefully.
VIRGO – The sense that things are changing is leaving you feeling somewhat frustrated this week. The challenge is to acknowledge that change, in and of itself is not a bad thing. You can maintain your core principals and still adapt to the new environment you find yourself in. By following the path of those who have gone before, you can navigate the course ahead with confidence that you can succeed.
LIBRA – Looking beyond the superficial aspect of things, both in the realms of career and romance, provides you with a unique insight on how best to achieve that which your desire. Late in the week, you begin to see the results of your efforts. Keeping the element of timing in the forefront of your awareness can help you maximize your effectiveness. Slow and steady is, sometimes, the fastest way to win the race.
SCORPIO – After all the social activities of the last couple of weeks, take this week to pull back and gather your scattered energies. Keep in mind that not everyone around you can be counted on to complete what they’ve promised. With that in mind, reassessing some of the relationships may be necessary, if somewhat awkward. Late in the week, an unexpected event may open a new door; watch for it.
SAGITTARIUS – Working behind the scenes, particularly in career matters may provide some new opportunities this week. You seem to be picking up a lot of unseen impressions that provide important clues on how to proceed. Avoid coming across as sarcastic mid-week just for the sake of starting a battle of wits. Your ability to imagine an outcome and then work towards it can pay benefits at this time.
CAPRICORN – This could be a difficult week in the realm of relationships and romance. Impulsive acts or comments could lead to arguments, especially at the beginning of the week. This is not the time to try and force your point of view; rather accept your limitations and remember to respect your partner’s limitations as well. Remember that you can be your own best friend or worst enemy-the choice is yours.
AQUARIUS – Being able to discern what is truly valuable, both materially and spiritually, is the big focus of this week. Remember that lusting after outcomes also makes you vulnerable to schemes that probably are too good to be true. What is important to maintain your own sense of self worth even as some major shifts being to appear late in the week. Strive for stability on all fronts during this time.
PISCES – Intuition collides with impatience making this an uneven week on several fronts. You find yourself bouncing (emotionally, spiritually and maybe even physically) from one point to the next. You are so caught up in the realm of ideas that you may tend to miss some important communications that could clarify things. Finding kindred spirits may be a bit frustrating but take heart, they are out there waiting for you.
Lou Raedwulfe is the author of 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, appropriately, is resolution. With the frantic pace of the holidays around us, it is important to resolve those matters that have been lingering, for one reason or another, and adding emotional and psychical clutter to our lives. Clear the decks and deck the halls – the New Year awaits.
ARIES – Impatience with family members, particularly where money is concerned will add to what already is a challenging week. Expect the unexpected, especially near the weekend. Disrupted plans leave you questioning the soundness of your own approach. The best thing to do is to try and avoid making knee-jerk decisions on how to proceed before all the facts are in. Trust your instincts and wait for the dust to clear.
TAURUS – Romantic matters of all types could make this an enjoyable but stressful week. Your emotional level is high and your need to express your feelings creatively is strong. It is easy to fall in love with the idea of love so care must be taken to not read more into the situation than meets the eye. Enjoy the moment and the interaction on all levels, but don’t exaggerate what it all means. You will be shown in time.
GEMINI – Trying to tie up all loose ends-particularly in the work/daily routine realm is almost an obsession this week. Right from the start, you feel an urgency that it all hast to be done yesterday. Getting caught up in the details adds to the feeling of discontent. The challenge is simple – do what you can and don’t stress about those things that take longer. Adding pressure could cause health issues and spoil the holiday.
CANCER – There is a strong sense of emotional attachment in the realm of romance this week. Combined with the feelings surrounding the holidays, you may find yourself bouncing between highs and lows. Your partner may also be subject to these extremes of feelings that could cause some tension mid-week. Just remember that the best relationships are those that embrace change as a way to strengthen the bonds of love.
LEO - This is a great week for a passionate encounter with your special someone; and, if you don’t have a romantic partner, don’t be surprised if a chance encounter leads to much more. The potential for a significant shift in your financial fortunes could be a kind of monetary holiday gift. Remain humble, even with all of this positive energy flowing. There is more here than meets eye so keep aware of what lies beneath the surface.
VIRGO – Being pragmatic and rigid in your views can make work a bit challenging this week. Early on, you may be faced with having to re-evaluate a position that you’ve taken (because you are certain that yours is the correct viewpoint) which could lead to conflicts with co-workers. Your challenge is to listen to their point of view and be willing to change your stance if, in fact, theirs is the better solution.
LIBRA – Wit the year drawing to a close, this week is an excellent time to clean up some long standing issues, both in the relationship and career realms. You will find that you have a lot more cooperation from others in bringing things to a successful conclusion. This is a result of taking responsibility and in recognizing the role that karma is playing in putting things back in balance even as the calendar begins a new cycle.
SCORPIO – This holiday week finds you having to deal with a lot of social obligations. Keep in mind that you may not be able to please everyone and overextending yourself, particularly at week’s end, may leave you feeling emotionally and physically drained. By looking beyond the superficial nature of things, you can identify what is and isn’t important. Your dreams deserve to come true as well-so don’t ignore them.
SAGITTARIUS - With all the emotional energy that has swirled around you the last couple of weeks, this is a good time to step back, reflect, and prepare for the upcoming year. Rather than getting caught up in self-doubt, look deeper into all that has gone on. You may well discover the “missing piece” to the puzzle that could provide the answers you’ve been seeking. Let the past be the past and focus now on the road ahead.
CAPRICORN – This week is about expecting the unexpected. Holiday plans get changed or disrupted and will require you be flexible (a challenge all in itself) and to control your temper. Late in the week what first appears to be a scheduling snafu could actually present a rerouting opportunity to try a new approach. Balance the need to take action with some thought as to what action to take before running off in all directions at once.
AQUARIUS – Financial matters are highlighted this week. An unexpected or unusual opportunity presents itself midweek that appeals to your creative side but still leaves you feeling a bit nervous about diving in. Remember to balance your intuition with the facts before signing on that dotted line. The ability to see all sides of things provides some invaluable insight that will pay off in the long run.
PISCES – You find that you can “connect the dots” easily this week in spite of the mixed messages you’ve been receiving in certain emotional matters. How you decide to use this information can best be determined by taking a step back from the situation and allowing your creative instincts to come to the fore. Choose your words wisely – their impact can be profound and you want to be certain that your message is clear.
Lou Raedwulfe is the author of 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 him on the weekends on this site.
The theme for the week is vision. Sometimes the most daunting task we face is to truly look at things as they are, rather than as we would like them to be. Acknowledging the reality of a situation is to truly use vision, physical and spiritual, to see what we face and, ultimately, the course we need to follow to move forward.
ARIES – Emotional and romantic issues could make this week challenging, to say the least. Exaggeration and melodrama, while adding to the intensity, may well result in heartbreak and frustration mid week. The key here is to try and remain humble, even if you’re on a “winning streak”. Remember that karma is always in play and what you send out will return in kind, often sooner than you expect.
TAURUS – The phrase “keep it real” is an apt description of the week ahead. Care must be taken not to over-extend yourself, physically, mentally or emotionally. Take a moment to evaluate your strengths and weaknesses before committing to something that you might not be able to complete. Late in the week, you have the opportunity to gain some important knowledge or insight that can assist you completing the task.
GEMINI – The focus this week is on your ability to be versatile, particularly in personal relationships. What you send out to the universe will have a direct impact on what others send to you in return. Consider all commitments carefully as the impact of these promises will carry far beyond this seven day period. Late in the week you may receive some important news from an unexpected source.
CANCER – Identifying those habits and behaviors that you have outgrown is critical this week. Much like a gardener, it is necessary to prune the old growth in order for new blooms to flourish. This may involve re-examining a romantic relationship. While change is never easy, sometimes taking a leap of faith towards the unknown is exactly what is required. Embrace the sense of mystery and magic and see where it leads.
LEO – Your challenge this week is to turn abstract thought into reality. Right at the beginning of the week, you find yourself questioning your current situation, particularly at work, and wondering if there isn’t something more out there. Your mental energies seem heightened and now is a good time to flex those muscles. Lay the groundwork for your journey and then dare to make it happen.
VIRGO – The desire to get ahead career-wise seems to be at odds with your emotional life this week. The challenge here is to maintain your focus on advancement without sacrificing your heart and relationships. This is going to require a bit of a tight-rope walk near week’s end. Keeping the karmic balance between external achievements and internal feelings is what is required. Move with care and it all will work out.
LIBRA – This week finds you feeling somewhat indecisive about what your place is and what direction you should be heading in. You have a sense that you are on a different frequency then those around you that leaves you feeling unsettled. What is called for is to hold tight to your principals and beliefs. This type of spiritual grounding can help illuminate your path. Dare to dream; the results may just surprise you.
SCORPIO – There is a new clarity, almost like a veil has been lifted, that provides a sense that your needs and wants have become harmonized. Vivid dreams, particularly in the first half of the week hold some hints of what needs to be done. Pay close attention to these visions but keep their content to yourself – at least for the moment. There is truth and then there is higher truth; it is the latter that will be revealed now.
SAGITTARIUS – Relationships and romance are featured again this week. For the most part, this is a good time to work on any areas that cause friction between the two of you. You’ve learned from the past and can balance those lessons in the present. Even though you feel the need to get everything in order, don’t forget to listen to your lover’s side of things. It is easier to do it right the first time than to have to do it over.
CAPRICORN – Financial issues are your focus this week, particularly at the beginning of this seven day period. Concentration is difficult and, as a result, the chance of overlooking a solution is strong. Try to temper your idealistic view of the way things should be with the reality of how things are. Believe it or not, you do have the tools and the talent to work through this time if you take a practical and steady approach.
AQUARIUS – Your ability to think “outside the box” can be a real asset this week, especially in the work/career realm. Finding progressive approaches to traditional problems can certainly get you noticed. Take care, however, not to let your enthusiasm get so carried away that you speak without thinking. You are in the right place at the right time, so follow that hunch and see what is at the end of the rainbow.
PISCES – This week is all about your intuitive abilities, particularly in the financial realm. This flash of intuition will help you decide on a key monetary matter that could have long term benefits on the domestic front. Ultimately, it is as much about what is truly important for your home life as it is the dollars and cents. Combining the practical considerations with your internal information, you can forge your own reality.
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This week’s theme involves perspective. Understanding the nature and the implications of what we observe and what we feel is an important tool in charting the path ahead. How we perceive things around us serves to illuminate our place in the cosmos.
ARIES – With an abundance of creative energy flowing this week, you have a real potential to make some financial risks pay off in a big way. Working hard and playing hard will keep you on the move all week long. Take a moment to examine what it is that truly is your heart’s desire and focus your drive in that direction. You have a right to be proud of your achievements; just don’t let false pride cloud your perception.
TAURUS – Your challenge this week is not to get so tangled in the details that you miss the larger picture. Remember rule number 1: Don’t sweat the small stuff and rule number 2: It’s all small stuff. Don’t be afraid to let others get to know the real you. The end of the week could introduce a new person or inspiration into your world. Don’t be surprised at the feeling of familiarity – this is karma at work.
GEMINI – You may find yourself in the unique position of being a “peacemaker/referee” between two close friends late in the week. Be careful, however, that you don’t become part of the drama. There is a strong possibility that someone you thought of as an ally actually turns out to be working at cross purposes. How you deal with this discovery could have a long term impact so choose your course of action wisely.
CANCER – This week marks a time of emotional introspection that could lead to a major change in your outlook concerning a romantic situation. What may have started out as just a fling could be evolving into a deeper bond. There is also a financial component right at the beginning of the week that may cause you to rethink some previously made plans. Even if this looks like an impasse, think of it as a rerouting opportunity.
LEO – A leap of faith awaits you this week. Expanding your point of view to include what could be, especially in the realm of personal development, is a journey that you need to undertake. Rather than becoming overwhelmed with the daily grind (which has been rather intense of late), make certain that you allow some time to get away (if only mentally) and reconnect with the more primal side of reality. You have earned it.
VIRGO – How you are viewed publically (i.e., at work, in the community) plays a prominent role in this week’s events. An issue involving authority or your attitude toward authority manifests late in the week and will require you to exercise both tact and skill in balancing the giving and taking of responsibility. The key is to remain humble even as recognition of your efforts is given in order to maintain the karmic balance.
LIBRA – This is a great week for socializing and interaction on a personal level. Take care not to become so involved that you end up losing your own perspective on things. The key is to balance independence with the emotional support gained by sharing with others. Late in the week, something, literally, out of left field, could have a profound impact on some immediate plans. Be prepared to adapt as it will be necessary.
SCORPIO – Intuition and a sudden awareness of things, particularly in the relationship realm, will make this an exciting week. Communication on a deeply emotional level could have pronounced impact right at the start of these seven days. There is a true sense of destiny that you can share with your lover. Ultimately, you still have the responsibility for your own karma. Never lose sight of this fact.
SAGITTARIUS – Romantic and emotional matters are under stress this week. While your passions are on overload, there is a strong undercurrent of jealousy and possessiveness that cast a shadow over things. Trying to manipulate the situation will only compound the problem. If you are contemplating a new relationship, take a step back as these energies are not the ones to start with. Look before you leap.
CAPRICORN – This week finds you wrestling with your own concept of self-worth. On one hand, getting those material “goodies” that you desire seems important, yet, on the other hand, you find yourself feeling guilty about being too “extravagant” on yourself. The key to resolving this conflict is to permit yourself to enjoy some of the fruits of your labors while staying focused on long-term goals. Both parts are important now.
AQUARIUS – Difficulties in maintaining focus, especially in financial or business matters could make this a confusing week. With perceptions being distorted, communications of all types could be vague or misleading. This is not a good time for making any hard and fast commitments since you will not have all the information you need to make and informed decision. Some confusion involving a romantic matter late in the week is likely.
PISCES – With all the emotional energy that you have been expending recently, it is important that you take some time to mentally regroup and to escape, if only briefly, from the everyday rush. It is important to remember that you can best help others when you yourself are rested and refreshed spiritually as well and physically. Don’t feel guilty about taking this time; the world will be there waiting for you to show your stuff.
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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.
This week’s theme is introspection. By taking the time to truly examine the forces and emotions that move us we can begin to develop a clearer view of what is and isn’t important in furthering growth. The knowledge is within each of us if we are willing to take the time to look for it.
ARIES – Romance and passion continue to be featured this week. The challenge is not to get so caught up in the pursuit of pleasure that some important daily tasks are neglected or forgotten. Risk taking, emotional and/or financial, could have a big payoff at week’s end. However, remember that nothing is ever written in stone. You do need to ask: “Is what I want, truly what I need?” Answer that and things will become clear.
TAURUS – Optimism needs to be tempered with realism this week. You cannot go where you have not yet begun. What is called for now is to prepare the ground before sowing the seeds. While this deals primarily with career matters, personal relationships also require the same care. “Paying it forward” can and will have a long term positive effect on reaching the goals that you have set.
GEMINI – This week is all about commitment. First and foremost, you need to commit to yourself and the direction that you have been aiming towards the last several weeks. The obstacles that have prevented progress are now in the open to for you to see and resolve. Accept the emotional support that your lover/partner wants to share with you. There is no need for you to try and do it all alone.
CANCER – Powerful and passionate emotions in the realm of love and romance make this week a veritable roller coaster right through the weekend. Confusing intensity desire and lust for love makes for a highly charged relationship that may, truthfully, lack the closeness you seek. Rather than repeating history give both yourself and your lover permission to follow a different path than those before. Savor that difference.
LEO – Manifesting reality from the abstract is your focus this week. You are filled with ideas but the challenge is how to make them not only viable, but workable as well. Focus on gaining as much information as you can. What you discover will not only expand your knowledge but also your perception on how to get from the proverbial point A to point B. Travel mid-week is also a possibility to be taken.
VIRGO – Career issues are on the menu this week. How you respond to the pressures of responsibility will be an important factor in how those in authority will view your potential. Keep in mind, however, that karma is very much in play and that what is occurring now, particularly at the beginning of the week, may be part of a larger, more complex puzzle than is currently visible. Focus your efforts on the details – it’s important.
LIBRA – This could be a challenging week for making decisions, especially those involving personal relationships. Rather then allowing your frustration to take hold, the key is to remember that what appears to be a setback could, in reality, lead to a more creative path that enables you to better grasp the reality of the situation. Rather than merely conforming, be willing to alter your plans and break old habits.
SCORPIO – This week is all about what lies beneath the surface. Getting to the bottom of some long standing matters will keep you focused especially early on. Use your intuition to help sort out fact from fiction. This is also a good time for some spiritual reflection. If you have been having doubts on any level, bring them into the light and discover what has caused the uncertainty. Clarity is heading your way.
SAGITTARIUS – The combination of restless energy and the tendency to go overboard (financially, emotionally and physically) make this an exciting but also challenging week. Mid-week finds you torn between what you think you should do and what you want to do. The easy way to clear away the frustration is to take a breath and realize that it all doesn’t need to be done yesterday. That which is yours will come to you. Be patient.
CAPRICORN – A Power struggle involving money and finances will make this a challenging week for you. While you may think that you are being prudent and careful others may view you as being unreasonable or short-sighted in your outlook. The best way to handle this situation is to be mindful of being too forceful while still maintaining your sense of purpose. It will be tricky but, by week’s end, things will level out.
AQUARIUS – Adaptability is important this week as you may be receiving mixed messages in a variety of areas that could require you to think and act on your feet – literally. How you respond to this muddle of information could have long term effects, especially in the career realm. Play close attention to your social network late in the week as there is information to be had there that will prove useful.
PISCES – This week finds you drawing on past experiences to help formulate a vision for the future. Late in the week, an unexpected situation possibly involving a close family member, may require you to take a totally path than you intended. Even though this may seem like a setback, it is only temporary and could ultimately place your feet on the course that destiny has intended. Be a decider before you become a doer.
Lou Raedwulfe is the author of 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.
With the start of the winter season, finding a way to take that casual meeting or beginning dating relationship to the next level is on everyone’s mind (and heart). You know what you are feeling and, while the attraction seems to be mutual, you really don’t know the next step to take. On the one hand, being pushy might drive him away and yet, ‘playing hard to get’ might cause him to look elsewhere for someone who is interested in something more intense.
Fortunately, you can use the inherent power of the Moon to focus your energies and emotions so that he’ll know that you are worth the time and can truly be the one he’s been looking for. This applies to a woman who wants to attract a man. The advice here can be used by either gender in the same fashion to use Moon power to attract and connect with the person you want to become involved with.
When the Moon is full, our natural cycles, just like the tides, can ebb and flow. This is true for both men and women. While women have always known about the Moon’s power on the life cycle, men may be more reluctant to acknowledge this although their emotions are impacted just as strongly.
This is an important time for you to truly listen to the ‘goddess within’ and allow your emotional tides to become full. This applies to a woman who wants to attract a man the advice here can be used by either gender in the same fashion to use Moon power to attract and connect with the person you want to become involved with.
The Moon governs dreams, the unconscious mind, and first impressions among many other things. Most important, the Moon also governs personal magnetism. Since the effect of a lunar eclipse begins almost immediately and follows for some months after (as opposed to a solar eclipse whose effects can take longer to be felt) using that emotional energy during an eclipse is a great way to make the kind of impression that could make him dream of you, consciously and unconsciously, drawing him to you as if you were a magnet.
The easiest way to use the energy of a lunar eclipse is to make every effort to be with the person you are interested as close to the start of the eclipse as possible. If this connection can’t be in person, try to connect online or by phone. As you feel the strong, inner pull of the Moon’s energies, open your heart and allow those feelings to flow towards him. He may well find himself responding from a deeper, more spiritual place that ever before. As the Moon begins to reappear, allow the gentle ebb of the intensity that you feel to draw back. His response may well be to ‘follow the tide’ and, in doing so, draw closer to its source, namely, your heart.
Lunar eclipses are a time to face the unknown and explore the depth of our feelings and to seek out that connection with a like-minded soul. Using the energies unleashed by the eclipse, you can help explore his/her feelings, and to find that connection that drew the two of you together in the first place.
If you have your love interest’s birth date, place of birth and time of birth, as well as your own, seek out a skilled astrologer or an expert who combines psychic readings with astrology, to do a synastry chart for the two of you so you can have a ‘star map’ to guide your path as a couple as the eclipse brings your hearts together.
In today’s hectic 24 hour information cycle world, trying to create and build an exciting and passionate relationship can seem almost overwhelming. For many men and women, whether Gen X’ers, Millenniums, or even Baby Boomers, the single life is the choice of preference and pleasure. Having a variety of relationships can, and often does, provide the spark and satisfaction, emotionally and physically, matching the speed that life seems to move at today. For those in multiple relationships, the question often is: how should I divide my time and energy in order to gain the most from these encounters?
Whenever I am asked a question like this, which happens more and more frequently, I respond by suggesting that looking at what the planets are doing relative to the birth (or natal) sign can provide a great deal of guidance. If you are fortunate enough to have your love interests’ birth information, this can be used to compare your chart with theirs to see whether this “cosmic dance” is a sensuous tango, a fiery Paso Doble, or maybe just the “Last Waltz”.
Each of the planets contributes to the astrological picture of the highs and lows of relationships and interactions, however, there are four celestial bodies that should be given particular attention in matters of the heart: the Moon, Venus, Mars and Mercury.
Within the boundaries of your personal chart, discovering the interactions and compatibility connections of these four entities can help you plan (or juggle, as the case may be) your own romantic schedule to maximize both the intensity and the quality of your relationships. Conversely, this information could give you advance warning of the times when things could be more of a challenge that could require you to take an emotional “time out”.
To begin with, let’s take the “Fab Four” as they impact your own natal chart. Turning to Mercury the Messenger, all manner of communications, verbal, written, non-verbal, and physical are impacted by this fast moving cosmic traveler. When there are positive energies cause by Mercury’s position relative to the other planets’ at a given point in time, words flow easier, connections seem to happen with little or no planning, and even during those intimate moments when speaking would get in the way, expressing what you are feeling comes across loud and clear. On the flip side, when negative energies occur, the chance of being misunderstood, of messages being delayed or lost altogether, and a general sense of confusion could make a night out on the town seem like an eternity when it comes to love and relationships.
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The first quarter of the year seems to feature a lot of smoke and mirrors and precious little substance. Lots of posturing, politically and financially, on a global scale with no real sense of what direction to move in. This uncertainty will be compounded by Saturn, the Great Leveler, going in reverse on February 18, followed five days later by the first Mercury retrograde of the year. With a strong likelihood of revelations/whistle blowing limiting positive action, some authority figures could feel the chill of the winter winds in more ways than one.
The period from March 22-31 promises to be anything but gentle and serene. Expect a significant event during that time whose repercussions could have a world-wide impact. The realism of our situation may be brought home in a historically dramatic fashion.
The second and third quarters of the year promise to be the most dynamic, dramatic and, yes, traumatic of the entire twelve month cycle. Beginning with Pluto’s return to a retrograde motion on April 12, will again mark a period of unrest, possibly violent in nature, in various locales around the globe that could include Greece, Spain and even parts of Asia.
Weather related events (and yes, that could mean an unexpected hurricane or two) are likely, especially after June 7th when Neptune goes retrograde.
The Middle East remains a cauldron and, during a thirty day period from April 25th through May 25, there will be three eclipses; a partial Lunar eclipse (April 25), a Solar eclipse (May 9) and Lunar Eclipse (May24-25). The power of Eclipses, both Lunar and Solar, has been known to humankind for eons. With the “triple whammy” effect during this time, expecting the unexpected should be the watchword for everyone.
The most potent Mercury Retrograde of the year begins on June 26. One reason that its effect will be so pronounced is that it lasts for twenty four days instead of the usual twenty to twenty-two day span. During this time, the most significant astrological event of 2013, a Water Grand Trine, occurs on July 20. Water Grand Trines enhance emotions and sensitivity that can override logic and reasoning in terms of responding to events.
With Neptune still in retrograde, an active hurricane season is likely especially during the latter part of July and August. An energy related event, i.e. oil spill, nuclear reactor problem, could also compound the situation at this time.
In addition, Uranus, the planet of deviation and change will also be going in reverse starting July 17. This could cause wild fluctuations in the markets and in financial matters generally. Add in what promises to be a highly potent Mercury retrograde and a shaky world economy could become much more unstable.
By the time the fourth quarter arrives, we will all be ready to “punt” literally and figuratively. The economic and political landscape will have undergone some significant upheavals. October 18 brings another lunar eclipse and three days later, the final Mercury retrograde of the year on the October 21. This time period could well see an armed conflict that has been simmering for some time. The communication disruptions of the Mercury retrograde could be the trigger that sets things off.
The total solar eclipse of November 3 could mark the end of the career of a world leader; whether through health, scandal, overthrow or worse is not yet clear. What will be shocking, however, is that no one will see it coming. As a result, the impact of this change will be more far ranging than anticipated. Lastly, Venus turns retrograde, ironically, on December 21. Though not on the level of the end of the Mayan Long Count, this Venusian reversal could mark a reset of how things are run, particularly on the global financial scale.
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2013 Stars and Stones – Lou’s newest book
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2013 Astro overview Jul-Dec