The Tarot Sky Now : Planetary Trends for Aug 6th
Aug 6th, 2004
IT IS NOW THE YEAR OF THE WOOD MONKEY!!!
HIGHLIGHT: MOON IN ARIES
| CURRENT ECLIPTIC LONGITUDE AND EQUATORIAL DECLINATION | |||
PLANET | SIGN | DECLINATION | RETROGRADE? |
| Sun | 14 LEO 18 | 16 N 32 | NO |
| Moon | 27 ARIES 40 | 09 S 58 | NO |
| Mercury | 08 VIRGO 13 | 05 N 28 | NO |
| Venus | 29 GEMINI 08 | 19 N 28 | NO |
| Mars | 27 LEO 29 | 13 N 24 | NO |
| Jupiter | 19 VIRGO 37 | 05 N 08 | NO |
| Saturn | 20 CANCER 31 | 21 N 40 | NO |
| Uranus | 05 PISCES 39 | 10 S 12 | YES |
| Neptune | 14 AQUARIUS 00 | 16 S 42 | YES |
| Pluto | 19 SAGITTARIUS 35 | 14 S 18 | YES |
Tarot Aspects for Today
Moon in Aries
This transit brings energy that is more impulsive and enthusiastic. Some may feel even militantly aggressive, and may be prone to periods of irritation and anger. Your self-reliance and independence will be more pronounced. You may want to have your own way in almost everything and will not be ordered around by anyone. The only discipline that you will allow during this transit will be self-imposed. People will tend to be quite impulsive and unconventional during this brief transit, yet these are also the traits that could bring you great popularity or notoriety. This is a powerful transit for those in a position of authority and it favors any form of leadership. Now, you can set your own pace and choose your life's work, but will avoid the advice of friends or relatives. This is a favorable transit for original schemes, ventures, independent operations and military life. It also brings an attraction to occultism or mysticism. There is an underlying theme of people being secretive about their dealings: best to be wary when making any concrete negotiations or agreements. The tarot energy that resonates to this position of the Moon is the King of Wands who represents authority, mediation, and monetary gain as well as energetic, enterprising and integrity filled movement. This card represents vital yang energy that heralds effective leadership, skilled arbitration, and for some, can indicate a financial windfall. .Mercury in Virgo
Mercury now begins its journey in the gracious sign of Virgo. This is a happy transit for Mercury, since it is the ruling planet of Virgo. During this first part of this Virgo transit (from July 25 - August 10), Mercury will be moving direct. This means it is a great time to clear off your desk, finish paperwork, and to organize your life. Virgo energy will help you clean things up, because Virgo supports order, cleanliness and effectiveness. During the second part of Mercury's journey, this planet of communication goes retrograde (from August 10-25). This means that things that appear to drag you back will need attention. Things like lingering debts to credit card companies or other unpaid bills must be addressed seriously. Luckily, a person or opportunity from the past may arrive just in time to help you. For instance, getting back in touch with pastco-workers can lead to a better career opportunity. Or, if you previously looked into a debt solutions program, the retrograde phase is the time to take a closer look. Resources from the past are especially useful. The point is: now you know that the retrograde is coming, you can clean up
present situations and get ready to resolve old issues too. Begin by researching your options. Use this time to simplify and stream-line your life, with Virgo's organizing energy to help. The tarot energy that resonates to this transit is the Two of Coins or Pentacles which speaks of fluctuating fortunes and the need for prudence. Change is also the primary interpretation of this card, both positive and negative change. Problems and setbacks are likely, but our strength of character and adaptability will allow us to resolve them effectively and strike a balance between the competing demands which assail us. This is a positive card financially, but only if we are prudent in the way we manage our resources.
Sun in Leo
This Sun transit brings a welcome dose of energy and fun! Pleasureand positivity are the keywords right now; it's time to be active and outgoing, enjoying yourself and also seizing a wonderful opportunity for self-growth. Challenges seem easily surmountable, and dares are very enticing: just be careful not to be too reckless! Romance abounds under
this sign, too, as everyone becomes extravagant and fearless in matters of the heart. Your flirtations are especially persuasive, and if in the past, you have been hesitant, you are now warm and spontaneous; willing to take a risk for love and intimacy. This is a time for courage and self confidence - we will all move with a more regal air. This is a time of great liveliness and enthusiasm but also stubbornness. A strong sense of creativity and drama will abound. A great time for people involved in theatrical or expressive occupations. The tarot energy that resonates to this powerful leonine energy is The Sun. which indicates positive influences at work, personal achievement, material success, happiness, and contentment. It shows that we possess both the skills and the drive to achieve our ambitions, and that we will apply these in a spectacular way, and achieve recognition as well. This is a very welcome energy for those planning a wedding - or those who are planning a family. It purports joy, success and sunny achievement!
Mars Sextile Venus
Lovely Venus adds a softening feminine influence to the aspects of Mars in Leo, still opposite Neptune. A welcome relief from this other very yang, rather chaotic energies! Mars Sextile Venus adds a warm affectionate air to our interactions and relationships. This aspect also lends an air of compromise, concession and non-threatening discourses which puts everyone at ease. This energy opens our eyes to the beauty around us, and encourages us to actively express our artistic aesthetic natures. We will all tend to enjoy good music, fine art, great literature, interesting social contacts and congenial friendships much more during this transit. This aspect successfully combines activity with passivity, industry with calm and helps us to balance the yin and yang energies within ourselves. The tarot energy that corresponds to this transit is the Page or Princess of Cups who represents quiet, introspective, gentle, artistic energy that can be well used in creative and interactive ventures. It speaks of people being in a position to support and help each other. This card also heralds good news, and for some - birth or marriage. New creative prospects and periods of study are also indicated.Mars in Leo
This aspect enhances our love for power, a sense of grandeur and our egos. Some of us will be strongly attracted to dangerous or strenuous sports, and adventures in tropical climates. We will feel more forceful, dynamic, like we have enormous creative energy, if directed in the right channels. This aspect makes us want to have above average muscular strength, and a strong heart to keep up with this surge of power. Our vitality will be high, but we will run the danger of being involved in accidents, or suffer from cuts, burns, and fevers. This will be generally a direct result of this heightened love of hazardous work or play. You will be fully able to gain the trust and confidence of superiors and will probably reach a position of authority, responsibility, trust or management, of so moved. This aspect works nicely for those in leadership roles, or those who aspire to be. Be careful if you get the urge to rush into romantic situations with no thought of the outcome. Some will be more likely to let their emotions run wild in love affairs, and will feel overwhelmingly ardent, warmhearted and passionate. We will be more generous, reasonable, liberal and enthusiastic, with a keen sense of justice, and will also like to present overwhelming arguments, yet many will be perceived as defiant, too aggressive, and forceful for their own good. Generally speaking, people will be more outgoing and friendly, affectionate and sociable. Some will also be blest with a good sense of timing and a keen judge of proper investment and speculation. This could be a lucky time for some to gamble. This is a great aspect for Government appointments and public affairs, the perfect arena for the forceful, enterprising talents that emerge during this Mars trend. People will tend to interpret all events solely in terms of themselves though, or as they affect them. The tarot energy that resonates to these this planet in Leo is the King of Cups which represents intelligent, respected, mature male energy, which succeeds in professional and authoriative pursuits. The King brings a calm, amiable personality to this transit, which hides intense feelings which are kept under tight control to prevent aggression or unbridled passion. Still these feelings are very much part of this transit and these can be used in a disciplined way to achieve one's goals. He also brings wise counsel - if we harness the intuition and inner light, we can reap any insights and create achievable plans for achievement.Uranus is Retrograde in Pisces
Uranus goes retrograde about once a year for up to five months, this time it is retro until November 11th. This transit often spurs a change in our personality - if we are normally outgoing and sociable, we may find ourselves becoming more introspective and subdued; or vice versa. Uranus is the planet of sudden unexpected events - these events become more internal when this large slow-moving planet goes backwards. For those who are devoted to self-improvement, this transit can be an eye-opener, urging us to examine the foundations of our beliefs and values and seeing the world through "new eyes." We become more open to new ways to do things and to live our lives. For those who resist change, this internal processing can feel awkward and unsettling, it is best to relax and allow yourself to experience the subtle inner shifts and digesting. This is also a favorable transit for those working with technology, cutting-edge research and inventions, and any pursuit that would usually be deemed unconventional. In fact, paranormal activity will be heightened during this aspect, bringing prophetic dreams, visions, stronger intuition, stronger healing powers, and breakthroughs in connecting with our guides and Higher Self - if we open ourselves to the prevailing energy. The Tarot card that reflects this energy is the Hermit who guides us to stand back and assess our situation in an introspective way. He also encourages us to find inner balance by seeking periods of solitude to process our internal changes. We need to stand back from situations, even remove ourselves physically from them so we can objectively evaluate our circumstances. He strongly focuses on the need for quiet inner reflection, where we can assess our true needs and aims, free from everyday pressures. By searching deep within ourselves in this way, we will find the solutions to long-term directions in life and any outstanding difficulties.Jupiter Sextile Saturn
Jupiter and Saturn are now close to 60 degrees apart putting them in Sextile to one another. This interaction adds the energy of readily available information and heightened comprehension. You will find the knowledge that you seek more easily, and know what to do with it, even if it seems useless to others. During this transit, it is easier to plan events, and our creative ideas will flow more freely. Enthusiasm and optimism grow during this aspect, it will be easier to believe in yourself yet in a grounded way: we will acknowledge that it takes hard work to accomplish our cherished goals. We will look for new avenues of expression, and be more determined to grow to our highest potential. Ethics will be high: most of us will not be happy if we resort to manipulative tactics to advance ourselves. Honesty and sincerity are the keys to succeeding now. The tarot card that reflects this positive aspect is the Nine of Cups which heralds a period of well-being, contentment and happiness, one in which a range of personal wishes can manifest. Creativity is favored at this time, and past efforts will now reap rewards as projects move towards a satisfactory conclusion. We all have much to enjoy and we will wish to share it with those who are less fortunate.Neptune Retrograde in Aquarius:
When Neptune is retrograde it is time to build up your strength and resistance both physically and spiritually. It is the perfect time to engage in healthy and healing past times such as meditation, fitness activities, healing sessions, chakra work, being out in nature especially water, gardening, walking, visiting a spa, going on vacation to a relaxing secluded place and so on. A perfect time too to learn and practice Eastern philosophies and exercises or First Nations rituals. The Aquarian energy urges you to think of the future and of humanitarian causes. Neptune retrograde brings the danger of infections, allergy distress and being more susceptible to bacteria, viri and the like. Boost your immune system with vitamins, herbs, chakra work, homeopathy and such. Natural medicines work better now than traditional ones. Watch out for poisons and pesticides at this time. Remember you are responsible for your own health. Feed your body, your mind, your spirit with positive nutrients by eating well, thinking well and engaging in daily spiritual practices that bring you peace and harmony. The Tarot Number 1 Major Arcana card, the Magician, reminds us of Neptune retrograde, bringing new confidence, good communication, and skillful, intelligent self development energy. Your strength of will and ability to channel your energies into achieving desired results will ensure your success.Pluto Retrograde in Sagittarius:
Pluto is the planet of transformation, calling us to right our lives, to change what is unhealthy and unwholesome and begin to lead a clean and aesthetic life. One that involves charity and kindness and the ability to withstand the fires of purification and change. If you resist the change, you suffer. If you flow with the changes, you transform and rise like the phoenix, shining. It's as simple as that! Pluto will support and protect you when you accept the changes and move along without resistance. Or, if you resist, it will school you in the arena of hard knocks. You have no choice - you must change! You must transform! But do so not out of fear or coercion but out of maturity and willingness. Follow your intuition, be kind to all around you and help others around you go through their own transformation.The Sagittarian energy moves you to become fit, to travel, to add adventure and new experiences to your daily routine. The High Priestess, the Number 2 card of the Major Arcana, lends energy to this aspect: she urges us to make decisions with our heart rather than our heads; she affords wisdom, guidance and foresight; and brings good judgement and self-reliance. She also reveals that which is hidden, in our hearts and souls. Truly time for a holistic spring cleaning!
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