Thurs 28 Oct – Wed 10 Nov
Although the Sun and Mercury have joined Venus in Scorpio, Mars has just entered fired up Sagittarius. Now the Scorpio influence on Mercury will facilitate a greater degree of introspection into the subtler aspects of the psyche, being a negative polarity water sign. The self-reflective side of the mind will want to go deeper, and may even be able to uncover underlying or hidden truths about itself; or will want to analyze and research, which is great for any of the approaching exam writers ; but how does that help me, you may ask . Well you may also use this time to attune to your intuitive inner voice. Besides that the unconscious has photographic recall of any and all events in your life, so the memory of all the why's and wherefores of what nurtured you to express your nature the way you do, is accessible. Sometimes that knowledge can be a bit frightening of course, but transformation is also a quality of the Scorpio archetype. The activities of the everyday world do not always permit us to spend time on our psychological health. The pressures of earning a living and raising a family take much of our time and focus. If you are one of the few without either of those obligations, then count yourself lucky to have the time for pursuing the breadth and depth of your mind - either by researching longer and harder for exams because you’re still at school, or secondly by going deeper into the science of self- realization because you have renounced or retired from the worldly activities of the rat race. A primary part of mental health is actualizing all ones' potentials, but then actualizing my potentials means knowing who I am on all levels, including the psychic, as referred to by Jung or Blavatsky, as well as the spiritual, as referred to by all the worlds religions, from Baptists to Vedantists. Mercury in Scorpio facilitates the discussion, investigation and analysis of core issues – like life, death and taxes; like those normally unseen hidden fundamental foundations of our reality and I don’t mean your floorboards. Rather, what is it that is secretly buried under the floorboards?
On another note, the traditional Scorpio sting may raise its tail and fork some tongues, so count to five before venting any sharp word that finds itself riding the adrenaline wave that turns to rebuke or rebuttal. Communication and thinking may be more emotionally driven than usual now. On a final note, the potential for ‘termination’ is attributed to Scorpio, so knowing the temporary nature of ones' existence from the start, allows the process of letting go to flow so much easier.
Tuesday, November 2, 2010
The Eagle and the Snake
Thurs 14 Oct – Wed 27 Oct
Sun in Libra, Scorpio (23rd); Mercury in Libra, Scorpio (21st); Venus in Scorpio retro; Mars in Scorpio
Up until around the 23rd Sun and Mercury are still in Libra balancing out all the water influence coming from the other primary planets. Libra helps to keep it a bit objective, while the emotions are swept like spring tides in the lagoon as it reaches the sea. At least we can still talk to each other while Libra has any sway. Traditionally teambuilding and socializing are favoured, but with Venus, the ruling planet of Libra, still going retrograde, the motivations may be more selfish or personal. The Ziggy Stardust look could try to rear its head as retro Venus brings back some Scorpionic seductive glam rock trend. Think twice about that alluring item, just because it’s on the sale rack. You may regret it when Venus goes forward.
Once Sun and Mercury move into Scorpio with Venus and Mars, its all either eagles wings or poison sting. Those are the two totem animals of Scorpio and they clearly indicate the potentials of this potent water sign. When the eagle shows herself she can facilitate soaring in consciousness to the greatest heights of realization, cognition and consciousness; the eagle soars higher than any other bird; closest to the heavens, flight carrier of Vishnu and emblem of Zeus. If your goal requires superhuman effort, penetrating investigative research or deep psychic insight, then the quadruple transit of Scorpio for a few days from the 23rd is your window of opportunity.
However, if the traditional Scorpion feature of the sign rears his tail, then get your anti-venom kit ready, for the words will spit, the claws will scratch and the sparks will fly. With deadly precision. One can even sting oneself, which is what happens when the deep passions overwhelm the intelligence and we find our freewill voluntarily sacrificed to addiction, STD, or abuse. Scorpio is about power and control, who is in power and who is in control. The power of life over death for example, as in the hands of a surgeon or gunman. The surgeon gains control, first of himself at university, and then masterfully over his patients, while the gunman lacks self-control but desires control over others and gains his power through the gun. Scorpio can produce both results. Mercury in Scorpio will definitely sharpen the tools and the words, and Mars, traditionally the ruler of Scorpio before Pluto was discovered in the 1930’s, in his own sign now will add power to the urges as it urges you to express your power. This could well be the time when you find out what or who you are passionate about, for better or worse. The energy levels may be high, as are the potentials for transformation, whether of something outworn, outgrown or outrageous. So take the opportunity to pack your punch where it can have the highest impact for all concerned.
Sun in Libra, Scorpio (23rd); Mercury in Libra, Scorpio (21st); Venus in Scorpio retro; Mars in Scorpio
Up until around the 23rd Sun and Mercury are still in Libra balancing out all the water influence coming from the other primary planets. Libra helps to keep it a bit objective, while the emotions are swept like spring tides in the lagoon as it reaches the sea. At least we can still talk to each other while Libra has any sway. Traditionally teambuilding and socializing are favoured, but with Venus, the ruling planet of Libra, still going retrograde, the motivations may be more selfish or personal. The Ziggy Stardust look could try to rear its head as retro Venus brings back some Scorpionic seductive glam rock trend. Think twice about that alluring item, just because it’s on the sale rack. You may regret it when Venus goes forward.
Once Sun and Mercury move into Scorpio with Venus and Mars, its all either eagles wings or poison sting. Those are the two totem animals of Scorpio and they clearly indicate the potentials of this potent water sign. When the eagle shows herself she can facilitate soaring in consciousness to the greatest heights of realization, cognition and consciousness; the eagle soars higher than any other bird; closest to the heavens, flight carrier of Vishnu and emblem of Zeus. If your goal requires superhuman effort, penetrating investigative research or deep psychic insight, then the quadruple transit of Scorpio for a few days from the 23rd is your window of opportunity.
However, if the traditional Scorpion feature of the sign rears his tail, then get your anti-venom kit ready, for the words will spit, the claws will scratch and the sparks will fly. With deadly precision. One can even sting oneself, which is what happens when the deep passions overwhelm the intelligence and we find our freewill voluntarily sacrificed to addiction, STD, or abuse. Scorpio is about power and control, who is in power and who is in control. The power of life over death for example, as in the hands of a surgeon or gunman. The surgeon gains control, first of himself at university, and then masterfully over his patients, while the gunman lacks self-control but desires control over others and gains his power through the gun. Scorpio can produce both results. Mercury in Scorpio will definitely sharpen the tools and the words, and Mars, traditionally the ruler of Scorpio before Pluto was discovered in the 1930’s, in his own sign now will add power to the urges as it urges you to express your power. This could well be the time when you find out what or who you are passionate about, for better or worse. The energy levels may be high, as are the potentials for transformation, whether of something outworn, outgrown or outrageous. So take the opportunity to pack your punch where it can have the highest impact for all concerned.
Venus Retrograde
Thurs 30 September – Wed 13 October
Sun in Libra; Mercury in Virgo, Libra(4th); Venus in Scorpio – retro 8th; Mars in Scorpio; Jupiter in Pisces
So you’ve heard about Mercury retrograde, but you may be interested to know that every 18 months Venus also goes retrograde for about six weeks. The goddess of love, art, beauty and all things feminine will be in her retro phase from October 8th and although researchers sometimes disagree, this has traditionally been observed as a time when relationships from the past could reappear. If you are in a potentially toxic relationship involving deep-seated fear at a core level, even abuse, lack of trust or power, betrayal or control issues, they may surface and the time is ripe to address these issues. Certainly ‘past’ loves may show up on your doorstep (or you on theirs) with an intense desire to rekindle a romance, rehash old issues or is it a passing sexual fling. The main thing is figuring out - without over analyzing - if this ‘past’ is what you want and does it really best suit your life now? With the Sun and Mercury (from the 4th) both in Libra, the urge for harmony, balance and social grace would normally facilitate a healthy approach to social concerns. Of course with Venus in Scorpio, there are no half measures or sitting on the fence in relationship issues, despite the Libran capacity for vacillation currently evident. So it could be an all-or-nothing mood with intimacies running hot or cold and the potential for grief or intensified desire rearing their heads. Certainly our emotional nature will be more introspective, with the retrograde turning the feelings inward, particularly for those with Scorpio Sun, Moon or Ascendant. The other fixed signs (Taurus, Leo and Aquarius) may also feel the effects more strongly. Take this time to reconsider your personal feelings and relationships and try to gain more insight into your style of relating, whether sexually, creatively or financially. Even shared resources or contracts could come up for evaluation. This needn’t be a difficult time, for all relationships need to be reviewed occasionally. It’s just that Venus in Scorpio is sensual, possessive and brooding, even jealous to the point of being vindictive, yet intensely loyal in love, so the intensity it brings may just be up a few notches from the norm. Jealousy, intrigue, power plays and control dramas all mixed with sensuality, sex and intensified desire creates for a potentially explosive recipe to add to your list of cocktails enjoyed by Molotov. Let’s not forget that Mars is also in Scorpio, so not only intimate relationships but any fundamentalist sentiments could rise to fever pitch, especially amongst those who feel justified in seeking revenge. The fixed signs are not known for their flexibility. Besides that, try to avoid the beautician until after the Venus retrograde. Don’t want you coming out accidentally having chosen the wrong stitch, colour or gender change, just because it felt so right at the time.
Sun in Libra; Mercury in Virgo, Libra(4th); Venus in Scorpio – retro 8th; Mars in Scorpio; Jupiter in Pisces
So you’ve heard about Mercury retrograde, but you may be interested to know that every 18 months Venus also goes retrograde for about six weeks. The goddess of love, art, beauty and all things feminine will be in her retro phase from October 8th and although researchers sometimes disagree, this has traditionally been observed as a time when relationships from the past could reappear. If you are in a potentially toxic relationship involving deep-seated fear at a core level, even abuse, lack of trust or power, betrayal or control issues, they may surface and the time is ripe to address these issues. Certainly ‘past’ loves may show up on your doorstep (or you on theirs) with an intense desire to rekindle a romance, rehash old issues or is it a passing sexual fling. The main thing is figuring out - without over analyzing - if this ‘past’ is what you want and does it really best suit your life now? With the Sun and Mercury (from the 4th) both in Libra, the urge for harmony, balance and social grace would normally facilitate a healthy approach to social concerns. Of course with Venus in Scorpio, there are no half measures or sitting on the fence in relationship issues, despite the Libran capacity for vacillation currently evident. So it could be an all-or-nothing mood with intimacies running hot or cold and the potential for grief or intensified desire rearing their heads. Certainly our emotional nature will be more introspective, with the retrograde turning the feelings inward, particularly for those with Scorpio Sun, Moon or Ascendant. The other fixed signs (Taurus, Leo and Aquarius) may also feel the effects more strongly. Take this time to reconsider your personal feelings and relationships and try to gain more insight into your style of relating, whether sexually, creatively or financially. Even shared resources or contracts could come up for evaluation. This needn’t be a difficult time, for all relationships need to be reviewed occasionally. It’s just that Venus in Scorpio is sensual, possessive and brooding, even jealous to the point of being vindictive, yet intensely loyal in love, so the intensity it brings may just be up a few notches from the norm. Jealousy, intrigue, power plays and control dramas all mixed with sensuality, sex and intensified desire creates for a potentially explosive recipe to add to your list of cocktails enjoyed by Molotov. Let’s not forget that Mars is also in Scorpio, so not only intimate relationships but any fundamentalist sentiments could rise to fever pitch, especially amongst those who feel justified in seeking revenge. The fixed signs are not known for their flexibility. Besides that, try to avoid the beautician until after the Venus retrograde. Don’t want you coming out accidentally having chosen the wrong stitch, colour or gender change, just because it felt so right at the time.
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