Mercury Aspects: Astrology Highlights, Week of December 30, 2019-January 5, 2020

Hello Folks! I hope you are having a wonderful holiday season. The calendar year of 2019 is on the way out and 2020 is entering. I am optimistic and looking forward to the coming year. I hope you are as well.

Due to the holiday, I'm only going to get to a few of the aspects in this coming week. One is that Mercury seems to take center stage. Mercury is the planet of intelligence, mental agility and communication. The planet rules over perception, memory, reason, speaking and writing. In ancient mythology, Mercury was the messenger of the gods.

Mercury trines Uranus on Monday, Dec 30. The trine aspect is positive and promotes a harmony between both planets' energies. Mercury is in Capricorn, and Uranus is in Taurus, both earth signs so the planet's energies will be focused on the tangible. Uranus is the planet of spiritual awakening, massive transformation, and often likes to change this up quickly and in unexpected ways. Look for information or news that comes in unexpectedly about finances, business, or politics.  Learn to expect the unexpected with Uranus in the mix. Surprises can be both good and bad, so let's hope for the best.

On Thursday, January 2, 2020 Mercury conjuncts Jupiter, in which they each intensify the other's energy. As I've written before, Jupiter is a benefic planet that wants to expand everything it can influence. It expands things in both positive and negative ways. Both planets are transiting in the sign of Capricorn (with the Sun, Saturn, and Pluto). Capricorn rules our life path -- what we do for our career, destiny, how we make our money and hold our power. This is a good time to apply for that dream job, start writing that book, or start vlogging on Youtube. The feeling and energy is optimistic, generous, and about sharing your knowledge.

On Friday, January 3, 2020, the planet Mars moves out of the zodiac sign Scorpio and into Sagittarius where it is supremely more comfortable. Sagittarius is a fire sign, passionate and spiritual, but it is also a mutable sign, which means it changes direction all the time. Mars likes to move forward in a laser like fashion. While it will be much more comfortable, its energy may be scattered. So your forward movement in that area of your chart may be in short bursts and stops.

Blessings for
2020!

Joan Barnes
Three Feathers Spiritual Wisdom

New Moon in Capricorn, Astrology Forecast, Week of December 23-29, 2019

Good Morning Folks,
The energy of the Winter Solstice continues to hover over us and as we go into this week, the energy of darkness, reflection continue as we greet a new moon in Capricorn on Christmas Day. So let's jump into the significant astrological aspects of the week.

On Tuesday, December 24, the Sun (in Capricorn) trines Uranus (in Taurus). Both bodies are in earth signs. So their harmonious connection will influence earthly pursuits. Energy will be good around career goals, health goals, and money. Uranus also brings the energy of surprise or unpredictability. So there could be a pleasant surprise that comes to light. Maybe Santa will bring some thing surprising.

There is another energy taking place on Christmas Eve -- the dark of no moon which precedes the New Moon in Capricorn happening on December 25 (Christmas Day).  The darkness that precedes the new moon gives us an opportunity to dive into our souls to face that which needs to be healed or changed.

More positive energy and changes comes with the new moon because it is accompanied by a partial solar eclipse AND those aspects are conjunct with Jupiter. So let me break this down.

New Moon in Capricorn -- new beginnings in the sign of your chart that practical, strategist, but also ambitious and motivated to succeed. Capricorn is about working hard and climbing great heights to get the reward. This New Moon will be influenced by the partial solar eclipse. Eclipses mean swifter more long lasting changes, but it is only partial, so it may mean that the new projects/business/relationships you have already begun just need an adjustment. It will be in a practical area of your chart, so it is something tangible (something you can see, hear, touch and taste).

The conjunction with Jupiter (also in Capricorn) adds the energetic influence of expansion. The conjunction increases and intensifies the already expansive energy of Jupiter. He wants to make things in your life even bigger and brighter.

I feel like Christmas Day will be extra shiny and new. Go forward with your new ideas, projects, and purpose with joy.

On Friday, December 27, the Sun conjuncts Jupiter (both in Capricorn). The expansive and joyful energy continues and if you have along term goals you wish to achieve, start with now. Jupiter will support your ambition, give you optimism for the future and the gradual achievement of goals.

Then on Saturday, December 28, Mercury joins the party in Capricorn. Mercury joins the Sun, Jupiter, Saturn, and Pluto. Mercury the planet of communication, intelligence, speaking, writing, and memory. Mercury is really rational and detailed in Capricorn, but never loses sight of the big picture. So when you think about the big goals you might have in mind, Mercury can help you with the details. Take advantage of listing those details while Mercury is there to support you.

Many Blessings for the Holiday season,
Joan Barnes
Three Feathers Spiritual Wisdom

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Jupiter Moves Signs! Astrology Forecast, Dec 2-7, 2019

Hello Folks!

This week starts off big with Jupiter, after a year of living comfortably in its home sign of Sagittarius, moves into the earth sign of Capricorn, where it will sit for the next year. What effect with this have? What does it mean? Let's break it down.

Jupiter is the planet of good luck, success, optimism, knowledge, higher learning, and anything philosophical. Jupiter's energy is expansive and abundant. It wants to elevate your energy of joy, bring you new experiences and expand your opportunities. It rules the zodiac sign Sagittarius, so it spent the last year in a very comfortable placement.

As it moves into Capricorn, a sign that is focused on your earthly existence of work, health, day-to-day routines, Jupiter will feel restricted and confined. Its expansive energy will not disappear but it will be channeled to ambition about your purpose, career, and goals. Hard work will be required, but you will be rewarded in the end.

Another factor to keep in mind is that Jupiter now joins Venus, Pluto, and Saturn in the sign of Capricorn. These planets will be influencing each other while all in the same house. Some of the good aspects that could occur would be sound judgement in financial matters and the ability to break with the past and start anew. Jupiter can also expand the less than positive aspects of Saturn and Pluto, with domineering behavior, pessimism and disempowering tendencies.

On Monday & Tuesday, December 2-3, Venus (in Capricorn) is in a sextile to Mars (in Scorpio). In mythology Venus and Mars were lovers and with this aspect, the lovers are back! Sexual and romantic energy is in the atmosphere, so make a date-night with the one you love!

On December 7, the Sun (in Sagittarius) squares Neptune (in Pisces). The conflict between these two cosmic bodies will result in confusion and indecision. Not all the facts will come to light or the brain will be foggy. So wait a few days before you make any major decisions.

Enjoy your week! I think it will be fascinating to see what happens with Jupiter stationed in Capricorn. I am saving up my energy to work hard.

Blessings

Joan Barnes
Three Feathers Spiritual Wisdom

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Cosmic Bodies on the Move, Weekly Astrology Forecast, Nov 18-24, 2019

Hello Folks!

I hope you enjoyed last week's energy and opportunities. This week will be intense overall as the Sun and Mars move signs, Mercury goes direct, and Mars opposes Uranus later in the week. We will also end the week with another planet on the verge of shifting into another sign. The transitions that the cosmic bodies make in the last degree of one house on the zodiac wheel into the first degree of the next house are intense energy shifts. Buckle your seat belt.

We start out on Tuesday, Nov. 19, with Mars moving from Libra into Scorpio. Mars is the the ruler of Aries, but it was once the ruler of Scorpio before the planet Pluto was discovered. Mars was tempered by Libra's energy, so now in Scorpio it can expand its fiery forward movement where it feel more "at home." The type of energy you will encounter is Mars helping us move forward with emotional resolutions to what we uncovered or dug up while the Sun, Moon, and other planets transited Scorpio. Mars will be there to help us "work it" in a more quiet way, but still effective in moving us through the deep stuff we uncovered.

On Wednesday, Nov. 20, the good news is that Mercury goes into direct motion at 11 degrees of Scorpio. I would give it several days before you sign contracts or buy electronics, but this is the start of Mercury moving forward. Mercury will still be transiting Scorpio for a while, so just be aware of how you communicate emotions or emotional topics.

The Sun moves from Scorpio to Sagittarius on Friday, Nov. 22. Sagittarius is optimistic, freedom-loving, ambitious, open to new ideas and exploration. The ruling planet is Jupiter and the planet of good fortune, expansion and abundance. Jupiter has been its home sign since last November and will move into Capricorn on December 2. A great boost of positive energy at the end of the week.

On Sunday, Nov. 24, several aspects shape up for the day. The first is that Venus in Sagittarius conjuncts Jupiter also in Sagittarius. Both Venus and Jupiter are benefic planets.There is huge potential for tangible blessings, possibly in a relationship or with money. 

The second aspect is not so positive when Mars (in Scorpio) opposes Uranus (in Taurus). Mars is energetic, wants to move forward, while Uranus is like lightning, throwing the unexpected flash of energy into the mix. There might be some irritability, impatience and intolerance. I would watch out for anything to do with money. Venus rules money and Taurus, the house Uranus is transiting, is all about earthly material and resources. Does an unexpected expense come out of the blue?

Lastly, on Sunday, Venus is in the last degree of Sagittarius and will be moving into Capricorn on Monday. This means her energy in that last degree is especially potent. It might make the other aspects happening on that day very interesting.

Blessings for a good week!

Joan Barnes
Three Feathers Spiritual Wisdom

The Week to Play! Astrology of the week of July 22-28, 2019

In the month of July we have experienced two eclipses, waves of intense energies, and Mercury in retrograde. It hasn't been easy, but it has given us opportunities to dive deep, let go, and evolve.
The good news is that this coming week of July is a nice breath of fresh air and it is all about PLAY!

Who doesn't love to Play in July?!

On Monday, July 22, the Sun moves from the sign of Cancer to the sign of Leo and stays until August 23. Leo rules the 5th house of the zodiac, which is all about children, romance, inner child, self-expression, and creativity. Leo is about charisma, fun, leadership, and joy. The Sun is about how we shine our light for the world to see -- our individuality and personality. This energy is light, playful, and wants you to tap into what makes you joyful. Sometimes when we relax and play the most creative ideas come to us.

Mercury is conjunct with Venus on July 24 and both planets are in the sign of Cancer. A conjunction means that each planet intensifies the energy of the other. Retrogrades are about reviewing the past. Cancer rules home and family. Venus rules relationships, money, what we value, while Mercury is about communication. Potential scenarios activated may include a family gathering, issues and conversations in the family around money, or possibly someone from the past may return for a very important conversation.

The only potential challenging aspect of the week to be aware of on July 24 is that the Moon will be in zodiac sign of  Aries and will be square to Pluto, Mercury, Venus and the Sun.  A square aspect in astrology means that the planets are in conflict or challenging each other. The moon governs our emotional nature and Aries is reactive. Be careful in these family conversations that emotional buttons are not pushed. People may be a bit sensitive.

Back to the positive aspects -- July 25th sees Mars (in Leo) trines with Jupiter (in Sagittarius) which gives us an opportunity to expand our horizons, move a project or dream forward. Mars rules action and Jupiter is all about luck and opportunity. Go back to a project that needs a boost. The energy is ripe to move it forward.

On July 27, Venus moves from the sign of Cancer and joins the Sun and Mars in Leo. She will be in Leo until August 21. Venus brings love and excitement, the Sun bring vitality, and Mars brings the energy of action. It is great combination of energies to connect with your inner child and play. Love and creativity blooms.

Remember to play.

Have a wonderful week!
Joan Barnes
Three Feathers Spiritual Wisdom


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Astrology for the week of June 3-9

We have  great energies to harness this week with the opportunity to set big intentions into motion. Don't hesitate to dream big!!!


To start the week, there is a new Moon in Gemini on June 3. It is a chance for us to set new intentions on the mental level. Gemini rules the mental realm, learning, and communication. The new moon and new start begins in the mind. Every action we take begins with a thought. Powerful new intentions can be made this month, but it all starts with our thoughts.

This is important because the new Moon (in Gemini) is in opposition to Jupiter (transiting Sagittarius) which means the energy is pushing us to review and evaluate our long held beliefs. Are those beliefs still true and for our highest good at this time?

To further complicate matters, the Moon is also square to Neptune (in Pisces). Neptune likes to cloud up the thinking. Aspects that square two heavenly bodies against each other mean that there is a conflict which will force us to take action. If you have doubts about what intention to set, listen to your deep intuitive voice. The positive factor in this aspect is that there is an opportunity to create our own realities. Our imaginations will get a boost from Neptune. Big dreams can be set into motion with this new Moon. 


On June 4, Mercury, the planet that rules Gemini, moves from Gemini into Cancer and stays there until June 26. The mental focus and energy shifts to family and home. Communication may be more emotional under the water sign of Cancer.

On June 8, Venus moves from Taurus into Gemini where she can be extra flirty. As if Gemini's need that boost!  She will be in Gemini until July 3 and this is your opportunity to generate new ideas around money and finance.

Starting on June 9 and going into June 10, the Sun squares Neptune as well bring confusing energy to the collective.

Have an awesome and magical week!

Joan
Three Feathers Spiritual Wisdom

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Astrology for the week of May 27 - June 2, 2019

If I was writing your horoscope for this week it would say:

Be careful of what you say in conversation or what you share/retweet in social media this week. Be present in all conversations and actively listen. Sharing incorrect information could go viral in a very bad way. Use your best judgement. There is also great potential to connect with someone on a karmic or soul level. Be social, but not gossipy. 

The reason for the alert in the above "horoscope" is that on May 29,  Mercury, who is now in Gemini squares (opposes) Neptune, Mercury also squares Jupiter, making a T-square in which Jupiter and Neptune have already been and remain in opposition. 

So this means Mercury, the planet of communication is in conflict with Neptune, the planet of mystery and illusion and both are in conflict with Jupiter, the planet of expansion, optimism, and joy. The information you read and hear may be unclear or inaccurate under Neptune's influence, and Mercury wants to communicate accurately and clearly. That is going to be a challenge this week under these energies. In addition be careful what you say as the listener may misunderstand your message. Jupiter's influence on all of this is that he likes to expand whatever he touches and miscommunication and misunderstandings could get out of control.

I realize that no one can get through a day without communicating with family, friends, neighbors, co-workers, and clients, whether it is in person, on the phone or online. The best advice I can give is be present in all conversations, actively listen, verify facts before passing them along and don't give into gossip.

At the end of the week (May 31 & June 2), Venus trines (makes a positive connection) to Saturn and Pluto respectively. Venus, who is in her home sign of Taurus, will help ground the energies of the week in reality. Venus rules relationships and money. Under the influence of Saturn the planet of life lessons/Karma, and Pluto, the planet of transformation, an opportunity at the end of the week to manifest a positive (and possibly karmic) financial situation or new relationship may materialize. This could come from a random conversation! 

While it may be tempting to retreat from the world completely because of the Mercury-Neptune-Jupiter energies, don't! Conversations at the end of the week may lead to a relationship or financial opportunity with lasting impact. 

Wishing you a wonderful week of discernment!
Joan
Three Feathers Spiritual Wisdom

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