Monday, February 7, 2011

Astrological Winds for Week of 2/7/11

Last week was a heavy astrological weather week. This week is a lighter one. However, the early part of the week (Mon/Tues) with Moon in Aries and Sun/Mars conjunction semi-squaring Jupiter, will see a continuation of the influence of the New Moon/Mars energy from last week into this one. A desire to push ahead and take actions on projects/issues that are personal/subjective in nature will be the theme these 2 days. However, we may encounter much frustration through events/circumstances/other people in our ability to make any true headway. This could erupt into arguments/battles with others. It would be best to use this energy alone in some physical manner, and harness the frustration when dealing with others.

Venus conjunct Pluto on Wednesday is an indicator of relationships getting much deeper through parameters that will define succinctly what each person is expected to contribute to it. (Aside: you may have noticed that astronomers last week admitted they may have messed up a few years back by taking planetary status away from Pluto too hastily, as it now seems that Eris, the body that triggered their re-definition of Pluto is actually half the size of Pluto. As I have pointed out in the past, Pluto's Moon, Charon, is almost the same size as Pluto itself, and therefore Pluto should be looked at as a "binary planet" - especially from Earth's viewpoint since both Pluto and Charon are always in same degree from Earth's perspective so far away. Thus, the strong influence we feel on Earth from this small planet can helped be explained by the fact that with Charon included, its influence is stronger (doubled) naturally! Mythologically, these two worked together also, as Charon was the ferryman who took the souls of the departed across the River Styx to the Underworld where Pluto reigned. Any of us who has experienced intense Pluto transits know the strength of this planet. In a sense, the whole downgrading of its planetary status by astronomers fits right in with the archetype of the Lord of the Underworld extracting some revenge post-mortem: Charon did not take them across the river to the safety of the Underworld, and thus they have been left to wander aimlessly on the opposite shore until now when they've realized their mistake! Also, it fits that Eris, Goddess of Discord, would influence these astronomers to make this hasty decision and find out later it was a mistake caused by confusion from her.) Anyway, back to Venus/Pluto: however, trying to force these parameters onto another is ultimately a power play/struggle, and if you do so, expect harsh reactions/repercussions. If you are in a romantic relationship, it can get much deeper/more intense this week. Obsessions/possession is a danger here: being the object of someone's, or making someone the object of your's. This energy can also make envy/jealousy go to extremes.

Thursday keeps the Sun/Moon/Mars energy cooking with a 1st quarter sqaure of the Moon in Taurus to Sun/Mars in Aquarius. Emotionally, you may find yourself spent by all the energy you've been putting out in last week or so, and you are really ready to take a break from the intensity of it all. However, the world may be reacting to what you put out in recent past and demanding that you rise to the challenge of making something of it. It may be difficult to get along with others this day, as you will perceive them as blocking you or asking to prove your worth. Once again, channel the energy into your own individual projects is best.

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