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

Relationships & Money, Themes of the Week in Astrology, October 7-13

Dear Friends

The planetary aspects over the next week will center around a couple of different areas for everyone -- personal resources and personal relationships. Love & Money! The other thing to know about this is that some of the other planets that hung out with the Sun in Libra are beginning to move into Scorpio. Libra is about balance and diplomacy, but Scorpio wants you to go down into the deep depths of your being (yeah the dark places inside) and really work on your issues by bringing them up and out into the light.

So we start off the week  (Sunday/Monday) Oct 6-7, with Mercury (at 5 degrees Scorpio) opposing Uranus (retrograde at 5 degrees Taurus). This is about unexpected or out of the blue communication. It could be about a fast moving situation or multiple messages coming one right after the other. Because Uranus is in Taurus, that communication may be about money, resources, or the financial system. Hmmmm

Also on Monday, the Sun (which is still in Libra) is in a square/challenging aspect to Saturn (in Capricorn). This may lead to feeling like obstacles or challenges are being imposed that need to be overcome. This aspect lasts until Oct. 14.

On Tuesday, Oct. 8, Venus moves from Libra into Scorpio. Venus rules both personal resources and relationships and as she enter Scorpio, we are going to be asked to go below the superficial. We may need to dig very deep when it comes to issues within our relationships or resources. Scorpio wants you to get at the root of the matter. Why are you still working in the same patterns?  For example, if you are struggling financially, what is the deeper issue going on?

On Saturday, Oct. 12, Venus opposes Uranus. Something in your love life/relationships or finances may suddenly change. Uranus rules sudden and fast change (like a flash of lightning!) and as mentioned above Venus rules relationships and finances. It is important to stay focused on your relationships and resources today.

The week closes on Sunday, Oct. 13 with a full moon in Aries. Full moons are about completion or endings and Aries is the first sign of the Zodiac (where it begins). Aries also symbolizes new beginnings. This moon will also be in a square/challenging aspect to Pluto and a trine aspect to Jupiter.

The Moon - Pluto aspect may produce extreme emotional reactions to changes. Buried feelings of an unpleasant nature may surface. Jealousy, racism, fears, phobias, etc. may arise. Luckily the other aspect, the Moon in trine to Jupiter mitigates some of the energy of the the Moon/Pluto square. The energy of the trine is optimism and open-mindedness. So the buried feelings within a relationship can be shared instead to transform a relationship for the better. My advice is to navigate these energies with care. The full moon can be powerful at uncovering what needs to be healed in a relationship, but the square can potentially ruin the process if emotional reactions push others into a defensive posture. Try to be open minded and listen with compassion.

Good Luck this week and many blessings.
Joan Barnes
Three Feathers Spiritual Wisdom


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

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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

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