Transformation Energies, Astrology of the Week, Nov 11-17, 2019

Hello Folks!
What a great week this is going to be astrologically. There will be some intense energies but they come with the opportunity for all of us to transform ourselves and the environment around us. As I look over the week, which I outlined below, I see a definite story being played from the inside to the outside. The Sun and Mercury (in retrograde) are still in Scorpio. Pluto and Saturn are in Capricorn. Neptune is in Pisces, and Venus is in Sagittarius. The Moon moves quickly through the zodiac, so I will indicate its location with each aspect below.

We start with something deep inside being revealed and illuminated into our consciousness on Monday, November 11, with the Sun conjunct with Mercury. A conjunction between two cosmic bodies results in the intensification of their energies. On top of that both are in Scorpio. So not only do they intensify their individual energies they boost it in a Scorpionic way. This could be an ah-ha moment.

So what deep thoughts, internal programming or values will come up from the unconscious into the light of awareness for you? What will you do with it when you become aware? Release it under the Full Moon perhaps?

Then we sail into a jam packed Tuesday, Nov. 12, with the Full Moon and two aspects (one negative and one positive) to that Moon. The full moon is at 19 degrees of Taurus. The full moon gives us an opportunity to bring something to completion or to release something from our lives. The issue here is that Taurus is a fixed sign and doesn't like to let go of anything. It is being pushed by the other aspects, especially the Sun and Mercury, as the Moon is in opposition to Mercury. This opposition aspect is really pushing us to look at what we value in the material world -- the luxuries that we enjoy. Are you enjoying the material world (too much money, food, sex, stuff) to excess? Does that support the spiritual side of you? The soul/spirit is asking us to have discipline and bring balance to our lives between the material and soul. Taurus may resist but we have other energetic support in the Full Moon Trine to Pluto aspect also happening on Tuesday. Pluto is the ruler of symbolic death and rebirth. This full moon and its aspects bring incredible opportunities for seismic transformation in ourselves and our lives.

On Wednesday, Nov. 13, we have the energies of three more interesting aspects.
First Mercury Trines Neptune, so that might trigger or fine tune your psychic abilities. It may also help your intuition when it comes to determining what motives people have around you. Listen carefully to your intuition. The second aspect of the day is that Mercury is in Sextile to Saturn -- look for the opportunity to manifest (make something happen) in your life. Lastly, the Sun is also having Sextile with Pluto -- you are feeling confident about transformation. Perhaps you have figured out your path and purpose.

Venus is in a Square, or challenging aspect, to Neptune on Thursday, Nov. 14. Perhaps a relationship in your life is not based in reality. Be careful of deception, of the self and by others. There could also be money issues here too.

There you have it. Opportunities to grow and transform as a person and community. My hope is that by knowing about the energies you can take advantage of them. You are not a victim, you can ride the energy waves.

Cheers & Blessing to you for a great week!
Joan Barnes
Three Feathers Spiritual Wisdom

Power Struggles & Deep Conversations -- Astrology of November 4-10, 2019

Good Morning Folks!

My apologies for the short post, I had a very busy weekend. Overall advice is to lay low at the beginning of the week and come out later in the week to look for opportunities.

Let's dive right into the week with a major aspect on Monday and Tuesday (Nov 4-5), depending where you are in the world, with a Square aspect between Mars (in Libra) and Pluto (in Capricorn). Mars the planet of action and pushing forward challenges the planet of transformation, death & rebirth. Both of these planets ruled Scorpio, the zodiac sign we are currently transiting. Mars was the ruler of Scorpio until Pluto was discovered in the 1940s. Pluto is the modern ruler of Scorpio.

So what we have is both of these ruling planets go head to head in a power struggle of dominance and control. Be alert and aware of your surroundings today. People may be impatient or experience road rage. Avoid conflict if you can. 

On Friday, Nov. 8, we have a menage a trois of planets in positive aspects to each other.  

Sun (in Scorpio) trine to Neptune (in Pisces)
Sun is in a sextile with Saturn (in Capricorn), 
Saturn is in sextile to Neptune.

On Saturday, Nov 9, Mercury (retrograde/in Scorpio) sextile to Pluto 9 (in Capricorn)

The trine aspect between the Sun and Neptune is harmonious, bringing your dreams to light or reality. The sextile aspects are opportunities that you need to look for and act on, so be open to any new opportunities that you find. Something spiritual may manifest and the Mercury/Pluto sextile may pave the way for a deep conversation with someone.

That's the week in short. Many blessings to you all,

Joan Barnes
Three Feathers Spiritual Wisdom

PS: I am not booked for any events this November, which is fine. I'm am going to plan new services for the end of this year and into 2020! Stay tuned for that news!

Mercury & Venus influences this week -- Astrology for the Week, Oct. 28-Nov. 3, 2019

Hello Friends,

I am writing this on Sunday, Oct. 27, in the energy of the new moon in Scorpio. The moon and the Sun are in Scorpio and a further aspect today is their opposition to Uranus in Taurus. Big concepts like death, transformation, rebirth and empowerment are all wrapped up in these aspects.

The moon is about the subconscious, the sun sheds light and brings things out into the open, Scorpio is a water sign, asking us to go deep into our feelings and bring up anything that needs to be healed that is in our subconscious. Uranus is also about change and empowerment, but it on the level of  seismic shifts. Taurus grounded in it earth sign power is asking us to look at what we do on a daily basis. So all of these aspects are mixed like a recipe and could mean that you have the opportunity to be aware of behavior patterns that are on the subconscious level. Once aware you have the opportunity to change them perhaps freeing yourself from nasty habits.

There is definitely opportunity for deep thinking and profound change. This energy will last at least 2 weeks.

Mercury is in its shadow period as it slows down to move retrograde starting later this week. So don't be surprised if your thoughts are slow, forgetful or muddled this week. Also I'm personally seeing the effects of retrograde begin early with people and things coming back from the past in my life.

On Wednesday, Oct. 30, Mercury and Venus are conjunct, that means they are within 10 degrees of each other. The result is that the two planets give each other a boost of energy. This is good for sales, beauty, marketing, and making a purchase.

For Halloween, Thursday, Oct. 31, Mercury goes retrograde in the sign of Scorpio. Mercury retrogrades give us the opportunity to review or reflect on past decisions. Sometimes we have to redo a project all over again. Things or people from our past tend to return. Something that has been lost may be found. We only focus on the negative aspects of retrogrades like when our technology goes haywire, but there are positive aspects of a retrograde. If you dig deep and bring emotions to the surface, acknowledge them, think about them and heal. What adjustments do you need to make? Retrograde ends Nov 21, but Mercury will be in Scorpio still when retrograde ends. He will complete his transit of Scorpio on Dec. 8, 2019.

On November 1 Venus moves into Sagittarius. She joins Jupiter in Sagittarius where they will expand each other's energy. That may be good fortune for us even during a Mercury retrograde. These two planet promote optimism and taking calculated risks. Have an open mind and learn something new.

Love and blessing to you all...

Joan Barnes
Three Feathers Spiritual Wisdom

Next Saturday, November 2, I will be doing tarot and oracle card readings at the Saturday Healing Sampler from 10 am - 2 p, sponsored by the Lincoln Metaphysical Network. The event is located at Milkweed Yoga and Event Space in Lincoln, NE.

Check out my Facebook page, where I post a daily card and if you want a personal reading, contact me at jmbarnes31@gmail.com

New Moon in Leo energy & more (Astrology for week of July 29-Aug 4, 2019)

Hello Friends

I hope you had a great time last week and found some time to relax and play. I get to share the good news for this week -- we have a new Moon and Mercury goes direct. This is a wonderful change to the energy for this week.

On Monday, July 29, the Sun (in Leo) squares Uranus (in Taurus). Both cosmic bodies are transiting in fixed zodiac signs of Leo and Taurus. The fixed signs resist change. Leo is a fire sign and rules the 5th house of creativity, children, romance, and Taurus is an earth sign, ruling our financial systems, agricultural systems, and fashion. The square aspect results in both "planets" challenge each other and make us uncomfortable enough that we take action to CHANGE the situation.

Uranus is all about freedom and sudden and unexpected change. The Sun is all about the light we shine from within ourselves, our personalities and identity. Expect the unexpected and you may have to use your creativity to make an innovative change.

Wednesday, July 31 is a day packed with energy. First, the new Moon arrives in Leo at 8 degrees. The moon joins the Sun, Mars and Venus in the sign of Leo. A new moon signals a time to plant seeds of intentions for new beginnings. A Leo new moon is a HAPPY new moon. Tap into your creativity when you set those intentions. There may be opportunities to let your inner child out to play.

The second fabulous thing happening on July 31 is that Mercury slows down its retrograde and stations direct. Whew! Mercury is now in Cancer. Give him a few days before you start signing contracts again or purchasing technology. Don't be surprised if those intentions that you set with the New Moon are slow to unfold. Mercury's energy shifting from retrograde to direct is the influence. They will soon go forward with speed.

Friday, August 2 find Venus in a square (or challenging aspect) to Uranus. This energy might be more about trying to break free from a negative pattern in a relationship, or just break free of a stagnant relationship. Another option is that there may be a sudden change regarding finances which can be their a windfall or a downfall. With Uranus, you never know the direction.

I don't know about you, but I'm looking forward to the end of this Mercury retrograde.

Let's go forward!
Joan Barnes
Three Feathers Spiritual Wisdom

Check out my Facebook page where I now post a daily card as well as a weekly intuitive reading.

I have another gig coming in September. I will be a vendor at the Soul Sampler at Soul Works in La Vista, NE on September 7 from 10 am - 4 pm. I will be doing readings.

If you would like a personal tarot/oracle card reading, contact me at jmbarnes31@gmail.com or text me at 402-570-4991.

Challenging Energies and the Astrology for the week of July 8, 2019

Thank you to everyone who came out to the Mind, Body, & Soul Expo in Lincoln. I had a blast at my table. Thanks to all that stopped by for a reading or just to pick up my card.
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Before we discuss the astrology of the coming week, let's check in how you feel after the new moon solar eclipse? Energized? Tired? Excited? Let me know in the comments. The energies of the eclipse last up to 6 months.

As we head into this week, Mercury just went retrograde at 4 degrees of Leo on July 7. I am already feeling its influence as I write this post. Mercury governs communication and the means of communication (technology).  When it goes retrograde, or moves backwards, communication slows down. Technology like phones, laptops, and other electronic devices can go haywire. It is not a good time to sign contracts either because details in contracts may be inaccurate. Read the fine print carefully if you have to sign a lease or contract. Mercury's retrograde lasts until July 31.

In addition to the retrograde, we have several other aspects this week that will produce challenging energies for us. Some are in the areas of communication, but also internal emotional aspects. Being informed and prepared for these energies may help you navigate or avoid the emotional triggers.

Monday, July 8, Mercury conjuncts (connects) with Mars and they each intensify the other's energy. Both planets are in Leo. Mars the fire planet in a fire sign. Mars likes action and moving things forward but he will be a bit frustrated with Mercury in retrograde. Mercury's element is air and governs thoughts, ideas, and expression of those thoughts. The positive aspect of this connection is that the mind may be active with new ideas or go into a creative or artistic phase.

On Tuesday, July 9, the Sun (in Cancer) opposes Saturn (in Capricorn). Saturn is the teacher or authority figure that wants to restrict our movement forward until we have thoroughly learned our lesson. The Sun (in Cancer) is warm vitality in the home and family sign of the Zodiac but this clash with Saturn is not comfortable. If you are drawn into an argument with another person, especially a person of authority, or a difficult situation arises at home or work, then your challenge is to see the argument from the other person's perspective. This person or situation may be mirroring an aspect of you that needs to be healed. Pay attention and don't get drawn into the drama.  This aspect and energy will last until July 15.

Thankfully at mid-week, we have a positive aspect on July 10, when the Sun trines Neptune. Look for opportunities to practice your intuitive skills, use your imagination, or work on your artistic potential, go for it!

Thursday, July 11 Mars (Leo) and Uranus (Taurus) are in a Square. When planets fall into a square aspect in the zodiac, it means that they are challenging each other and producing an obstacle in an area of your zodiac chart that needs to be addressed. Square's make this uncomfortable for us so that we take an action to change the situation. Mars the planet of bold action, assertiveness, power, sex, and Uranus is the planet that rules unexpected change and the inner power of our purpose in life. Both are fire planets and both are power planets. 

So when these two planets square off, there will be intense energies triggering feelings of freedom. Freedom will clash with obligation and may cause impatience,tension, and bring out  a combative nature in people. Something unexpected may happen under the influence of Uranus. Under this aspect it is good to stay grounded, breath and meditate. This aspect will have influence on a global level. Watch the news to see what happens.

On Sunday, July 14  Sun (in Cancer) now opposes Pluto (in Capricorn). Pluto rules transformation and this aspect signals a need to look at ourselves differently. How do others see me? Am I presenting myself in the best light? Am I letting my light shine? This opposition may make us review our own character, but it can also shine a light on selfishness and antisocial behavior.

This is a heavy week. I will repeat practice good self care by staying grounded, breath, and meditate. Be careful with your communication this week. Don't send the angry text message. Try to surround yourself with healing energy and send that to others.

Hang in there!
Joan
Three Feathers Spiritual Wisdom

PS Contact me at jmbarnes31@gmail.com if you would like a tarot & oracle card reading.

Visit my FB page to see the intuitive tarot message of the week.

Intense energies for the week of July 1

July starts off with a Bang! How appropriate with the holiday just a few days away. This month's
energies are intense, but you may not feel like you are moving forward. But you are. Let me explain.

On July 1, Mars moves from the sign of Cancer, which he didn't like because of its watery influence over the fire planet, and into Leo. Mars loves to be in the fire sign. Fire and more fire gives you a big boost towards action!

Then on July 2, a new Moon, in Cancer arrives in time for you to plant your seeds of intention. However it is not just like any new Moon. It is influenced by the total solar eclipse happening also in the sign of Cancer. Whatever dreams you have bubbling up from deep inside of you, I hope they are big and bold because this type of cosmic energy can help propel those dreams. Make sure you focus on the positive -- what you want. Do NOT focus on what you don't want or else that will be what you end of manifesting.

By July 7, the universe hits the cosmic (pause) button. Mercury goes retrograde at 4 degrees of Leo. I don't usually mention degree points but this one is important. When a planet is retrograde, it travels backwards, so Mercury will retrograde back into the sign of Cancer, a water sign that governs family, mother, and feelings. During this retrograde old situations, hurts, wounds that trigger our emotions may surface and they are meant to so that they may be healed. Sometimes during a retrograde, a person from the past returns so that you can close that relationship or review the lesson it brought to you.

Mercury is in retrograde for the rest of the month and will turn direct on August 1. So what you thought was going to be a month of action, turns into a month of reflection, revision, and closure.

Make sure you take care of yourself this month. Check out my tarot reading for the month on my Facebook page.

Cheers and many Blessings to you

Joan Barnes
Three Feathers Spiritual Wisdom


PS. June 29, 10 am at the Cornhusker Hotel. See me at the Mind, Body & Soul Expo in Lincoln, Nebraska.