Friday, May 6th delivers a powerful New Moon in Taurus, the sign of manifestation. And, to set the stage, we have two abundance aspects wrapping around it.
On Tuesday, May 3rd, the Sun flowed into a lovely trine with Jupiter. The Sun trine Jupiter lights up your good luck.
Then, on Saturday, May 7th, the Sun shines on Pluto, completing a grand earth trine. This sweeping trine promises (Sun) deeply meaningful (Pluto) and long lasting benefits.
There are five planets in earth signs now: the Sun, Mercury, and Venus in Taurus, Jupiter in Virgo, and Pluto in Capricorn. Symbolically, earth is the element that traps, or grounds the spirit of Fire.
Earth can feel heavy, and uninspired. Or, it can be fruitful and have enough earthly goods to share.
One of the high lessons of the Earth element is to move beyond materialism and into value. For example, the 2nd house of astrology, which correlates to Taurus, represents earned income, but it also address how you feel about yourself as you earn the money.
So, as we move towards the most powerful time of the year for manifestation – the Taurus New moon on Friday May 6th, both Jupiter and Pluto are activated by the Sun.
Manifestation is key, but so are values and what you reallywant to create.
Kabbalah teaches that Taurus is a sign of Judgement – that during this time we must step out of our comfort zones and make choices. Taurus loves ease and stability, yet the path of growth for Taurus is revealed by Scorpio, the sign of continual regeneration.
And, it stands to reason that this Mercury retrograde in Taurus (ending May 22nd) is a time to rewire your old mal-functioning systems. There is great awareness in the Cosmic mix now and true value in submitting to doing inner work.
Yes, you may see some old sentient ghosts of who you used to be, but these days also hold energetic clarity if you’re willing and ready to move into mercy and love (qualities of Venus) as you step out of your comfort zone.
And, next week the manifestation pathway continues to open up as Venus and Jupiter form another beneficial trine on Tuesday May 10th. However, with 5 planets retrograde this week, the stars have us still in planning mode, so it’s important to tie up as many loose ends as possible between now and May 22nd when Mercury stations direct.
Alchemy and Your Transformation
Jupiter stations direct on Monday, May 9th, and, in a grand gesture from the Creator, Mercury transits across the face of the Sun on the same day.
Mercury transiting the sun is a marker of Alchemy. Throughout the ages, Mercury has been regarded as an ambassador of knowledge. Known both as Thoth and Hermes, Mercury was considered a divine being of writing and of magic.
Mercury also is attributed as one who guides souls into the afterlife – hence, his ability to journey across the face of the Sun.
The goal of alchemy is to purify, mature, and perfect. Alchemy has both practical and spiritual applications, but the common aims were the transmutation of base metals into gold; the creation of an elixir of immortality; the creation of panaceas able to cure any disease; and the development of a universal solvent.
And, like magical, mystical Thoth, with the stars as your guide, if you’re going to make your journey across the face of the Sun, you have to really GO FOR IT.
No holding back, no second guesses, but the reward is dear and well worth the journey.
In the spirit of alchemy, I wish you the magic of perfect health, the creation of riches, and a long and happy life.
Mercury retrograde is your time to regroup and reconsider
This Thursday, April 28th, Mercury joins the planetary rewind. There are now five planets moving retrograde, and Mercury lies solidly in Taurus for this journey.
Because Mercury will be moving back into the lunar ruled face of Taurus,be prepared for people to change their minds.
Everybody is ‘thinking’ really hard; deep thought will be a marker for the month of May and one of your keys to sanity will be to remain fluid and learn to go with the flow.
Also, it’s a time when ‘things’ from the past will reappear.
Just this week, as Mercury was standing still, I received a notification in the mail about a lost refund check that had been issued to me in 2013! Receiving monies owed from the past is a classic Mercury retrograde in Taurus experience; it was a nice surprise, and I hope you will something similar happen for you, too.
You can also practice the best secret of Moon energy which is: check in with your emotions.
Plus, pay attention to signs and symbols, which are the language of your unconscious mind.
Frankly, with five planets retrograde now, you may feel like stepping into a cave for some quiet time. When Mercury dances retrograde in Taurus, allow for a slow waltz into your values. Dig deeply into what is really important in your life. Is it a relationship that needs more attention?
Think of this as a time for soul provisioning,and prepare for the rest of this year.
Gathering Resources and Inner Work
Here are some key words for this Mercury retrograde: * Review * Refine * Reinvent * Reform * Reevaluate * Re-frame
It’s also a great time to re-set your metabolism, and, many will re-consider decisions made long ago.
Mercury retrograde is an especially potent time to get acquainted with your subconscious mind. The Hawaiian shamanic tradition of HUNA teaches that it is the subconscious self that speaks to and sends prayers to the Higher Self.
So, as the moon also grows smaller each night in the sky, this is a rich time to do inner work as we move into the most powerful manifestation cycle – the Taurus New moon on Friday May 6th.
This week and next, find time to think and plan, and to meet and greet all parts of your magnificent self.
There are many techniques to communicate with your subconscious mind – such as tapping and breath meditations, even moving meditations, and they all involve setting the intention to identify, and then communicate.
Do not worry that you’re missing the boat of outer activities, because there it’s really not going anywhere that is outside of yourself.
Get comfortable with the unfolding of life and connect with the power of Gratitude.
This full moon needs only a short introduction, you need only look into the night time sky, and you will feel her presence.
With four planets retrograde now, the moon, always moving forward, pierces the night.
The lunar cycles are a marker of the relationship between the sun, the moon, and the earth. And tonight, she is born in the Light of true rebirth, the sign of Scorpio.
Because of its intensity and commitment, Scorpio is a true sign of healing. There must be more than just talk, or thought, or even reason.
When the moon is full, the sun is secretly shining at night, and the strength of this Scorpio moon grows through a positive reflection of the Taurus sun.
Every sign has a positive and negative side, and an examination of the opposing characteristics of Scorpio and Taurus helps to unearth the positive potential that this full moon delivers.
Scorpio is intense; Taurus is sincere
Scorpio is ‘all or nothing’; Taurus is inclusive
Scorpio longs to control riches; Taurus nurtures wealth
Scorpio seizes leadership; Taurus invites a following
With Pluto, Mars, Jupiter, and Saturn now retrograde; this is an excellent time to re-program your subconscious mind.
Now is the time to move ahead in the spirit of reframing decisions made long ago; but to do so, you must go deep and visit the domain of Pluto.
Your transformation is housed in the underground vault of feelings, memories, and even deeds that have form, but are no longer viable. Breathe deeply and connect with your joy
Wishing you a productive and beneficial full moon!
The changing of the seasons is in full bloom, in the northern hemisphere we are well into spring, and in the southern hemisphere, it’s autumn.
No matter where you live, it’s a season of transition, and this week the planets Venus and Mars shift into action to help with the action.
Venus and Mars dance with each other this week through an aspect called a trine – translated, they are talking to each other.
Venus is in the fire sign Aries, and Mars in the fire sign Sagittarius.
Fire is the element of inspiration, so when Venus and Mars, the celestial lovers of the zodiac meet under a favorable aspect, you can expect the good kind of fireworks.People meet; they open up their hearts, get inspired, and sometimes even fall in love.
This is an excellent aspect for flirting, and know that this week the stars are situated in a way to help you in all relationships; this is also an opportunity to fall in love with your spouse (again), to learn how to get along with your boss or that antagonizing co-worker, or to make peace with your own imperfect self. Claim this week as a time for all flavors of love.
It’s an important time for self-love because next week, our Inner Warrior springs to life.
Starting on Sunday, April 17th, and then on Monday, April 18th, the planets Pluto and Mars station retrograde.
Pluto and Mars moving in tandem activates dynamic energy; people can choose to activate this in a positive way by taking action to reframe long held habits that they wish to release.
Mars is retrograde until June 29th. The retrograde is about re-working something from the past. So, for example:
This is an excellent time to re-program your subconscious mind;
To re-set your metabolism;
And, some people might want to re-consider decisions made long ago;
So, to wrap up; this week Venus trine Mars in the fire element lights a great spark of inspiration. You may fall in love with another person, but it’s also an invitation to honor self.
Enjoy this dynamic and special time.
On Thursday, the 14th we have another beneficial planetary opening as Jupiter and Mercury form another open door invitation, a trine, this time in the earth signs of Virgo and Taurus.
These are all ‘feel good aspects’ and ones that invite you to feel the excitement of your dreams, and then take steps to manifest them.
Soon, next week, Mars and Pluto activate your Inner Warrior energy – But don’t get angry, instead get busy – to revitalize and recreate your most productive and joy filled life.
If you want to light up your own life with astrology, contact me HERE.
I’ll be back next week with Maya’s Star Cast, and in the meantime – this week, as always – let your Light shine.
The sun in Aries is always a time for new beginnings; it’s our annual re-set button, and this year is no exception.
Are you ready for a dramatic new Moon on April 7th?
This week, both the sun and the moon align with Uranus, the planet of radical change.
I think of Uranus as ‘the Facilitator’; Uranus lights up change, but it’s important to remember that he only impacts what needs to be changed.
Uranus works very suddenly and sometimes he often leaves a mess in his wake.
You’re seeing Uranus play out on the world stage, and it’s something an individual has no control over.Traumatic world events are contributing to an energetic body of unconscious fear, so as a conscious person, it’s a critical time to feed the even more powerful energy of Love and Awareness.
And, YOU can impact your personal world; you have exquisite power to regulate all that happens inside. I’m not saying that you should, or can control your emotions, because you don’t want to shut down how you FEEL.
But, you can regulate:
How you perceive
How your interpret
How you react
How you process
And, most importantly, how you RESPOND.
One of the keywords for Aries is courage, and this word is a reminder of what will serve you well – to be courageous in your life, and especially be courageous in opening your hearts.
This week, the planet leaves soft Pisces, and enters Aries, another marker that it’s time to take action. But, the presence of Venus is another marker of love – that you are safe.
Looking Ahead
It’s your time to think outside the box. And, if you want to maximize the gift, take time this week and plan your next 3 months.
By the end of April, there will be 4 planets retrograde. Saturn leads the charge, (retrograde March 25 – August 13) and in April is joined by Mars (retrograde April 17 – June 29), Pluto (retrograde April 19 – Sept 26), and even Mercury (retrograde April28 – May 22)
With so many retrograde planets by month’s end, you may feel like moving ahead is not relevant.
The cure to this malaise is: get busy NOW. When you see the beautiful baby crescent new moon in the sky on Friday, have a plan in place to fill her cup.
With a great and inspiring plan in place, your projects already have momentum and will not be waylaid by Mars, Pluto, Saturn, and Mercury all retrograde by month’s end.
Accept the Universal invitation to expand on what you already know, get better at what you already do, and add a touch of alchemy to finalize your magic elixir.
This is how the Aries new moon can make your life, and the world, a better place.
Wishing you brilliant days and mystical nights, and this week, as always – let your Light shine.
If you want to light up your own life with astrology, contact me HERE.
Mercury is very active and will likely have a message just for you.
This week Mercury manifests a perfect storm of inspiration as he trines Saturn, (Tuesday) squares Pluto, (Wednesday), and conjuncts Uranus (Thursday). With aspects to both Saturn and Pluto, you can know that the inspiration coming this week will be in perfect timing.
These aspects are ones that urge us all to work smarter, not harder.
The exciting day is this Thursday, March 31st, when Mercury conjuncts (joins) Uranus, the planet of sudden insight. (And, we’ll not have this planetary invitation for a whole year, until March 23, 2017.)
Mercury conjunct Uranus is an aspect that awakens the unconscious mind. As a Facilitator, Uranus is the catalyst that gets you out of your comfort zone. People often struggle with discipline and ‘have to’s, or ‘should’s, but Uranus moves you past duty and lights up your inspiration.
So, pay attention this week; nurture your creativity and listen to your intuition.
Although it’s one that often gets assaulted or even shot down, intuition is one of your many natural gifts. Your psychic powers are greatly enhanced now, and if you have ever questioned your abilities, this time
Uranus is a catalyst that activates your mind like a bolt of lightening
period will be a proving ground.
New inventions are also in the realm of Mercury and Uranus, so, if you’ve wanted to re-invent your life, consider that the Universe has hand delivered your calling card.
Ready – Set – Go
Next week brings us to the Aries New Moon (April 7th) which is the ultimate annual invitation for a fresh start. And, the Mercury/Uranus conjunction of March 31st occurs at the same degree as the upcoming new moon – 18/19 Aries.
As you live your life in tune with the Universal energies, it makes perfect sense to do a lot of writing and planning this week.
Tune into to your inner urgings and messages now. This is also a potent time to capture the information presented in your dreams.
Accept the cosmic invitation for a fresh start, and step into your most wonderful, and brilliant, YOU.
The cosmic calendar is inviting you to not only survive, but to thrive.
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Friday, May 6th delivers a powerful New Moon in Taurus, the sign of manifestation. And, to set the stage, we have two abundance aspects wrapping around it.
Jupiter stations direct on Monday, May 9th, and, in a grand gesture from the Creator, Mercury transits across the face of the Sun on the same day.
This full moon needs only a short introduction, you need only look into the night time sky, and you will feel her presence.
The sun in Aries is always a time for new beginnings; it’s our annual re-set button, and this year is no exception.
Looking Ahead
