By Michael O’Connor
Tip of the week
A powerful planetary alignment is the celestial backdrop ‘synchronizing’ with world events now. On July 14 Mars entered Cancer where it traditionally proves to cut, carve and renovate with a sharp edge. On July 17 Jupiter, Saturn and Neptune formed an exact Grand Trine (each planet exactly 120 degrees apart) in the three Water Signs: Cancer, Scorpio and Pisces respectively. Together these indicate deep change and transformation (Saturn in Scorpio) with mass spiritual implications (Neptune in Pisces) activated by huge events and both the source of and the consequence of big and widespread emotional sentiments (Jupiter in Cancer).
Next on July 20, the day Mercury in Cancer turns Direct, Mars will take its turn completing the Grand Trine in Water with Saturn and Neptune. Then, on July 22 under the light of the Full Moon in Aquarius on the first day of the Sun’s cycle in Leo, Mars will conjunct Jupiter in Cancer reinforcing this Water Grand Trine alignment.
Mars will heat things up that much more on July 27 when it forms an exact Opposition to Pluto on the same day that the Moon forms a Conjunction with Uranus and then will actually form a Square to Uranus on July 31, thereby reinforcing the lingering and potent Square aspect between Uranus and Pluto. Thus, Mars will weave the Water Grand Trine with the Uranus/Pluto Square.
The manifestation of this weave of dynamic planetary energies stands to be at least a continuation of the social and political hotspots on the planet such as Syria, Egypt and Brazil, and probably an inflation of these and the ignition of others yet. These powerful activations will continue through August and every month for the rest of the year culminating with Comet Ison which is scheduled to come into view as early as late November. I will elaborate on the July events next week and bring even more attention to the big August activations in the weeks to come. Stay tuned!
Aries (Mar 21 – Apr 20)
You are in the mood to express yourself deeply and in a big way. Rearranging furniture and artifacts to produce a new feel in the atmosphere will contend with outright renovations. Balancing dramatic flair spurred by irrupting intuition with a more practical approach will become evident this week. Think twice pay once.
Taurus (Apr 20 – May 21)
Many creative ideas are flowing strongly now. The planetary alignments are supporting you to tend to a variety of interests, to cover a lot of ground. Producing works of beauty feels important. Your ability to share these with others for profit and/or as an end in themselves is leading you to refine your skills. A commitment to originality is moving you to merge your talents with those of others.
Gemini (May 21 – June 21)
Making changes to be healthier is more than just on your mind. What aspect of health, depends on you. It could be physical, mental, emotional, and/or financial and so on. To succeed you may need to outsource, to get tips, guidelines and outright training. Since health is beautiful and feels so good, let these rewards inspire you to action.
Cancer (June 21 – July 22)
Making key moves and initiatives to advance your overall position is driving you onward. Supported by an extra sharp focus, you want to achieve a lot quickly. You feel the power and want more of it. This will make you shine brighter and get noticed more over the next several weeks. Aim for an expansion of your whole life. Just be careful of over inflation.
Leo (July 22 – Aug 23)
A good deal of activity behind the scenes is keeping you busy now. You are in a deep process of facing fears to lay claim to hidden gifts. A steady learning curve is implied and you should already be engaged. You are destined to see a bigger picture and with greater clarity. Be patient and steadfast. The flowers may already be apparent but it may take a year to bear real fruit.
Virgo (Aug 23 – Sep 22)
Taking new leads and directions is an important theme for you these days. Doing so is directly linked to expanding your network and increasing your exposure. Refining your skills and increasing your income is a braided theme. These are activating your creative inventiveness and deepening your overall scope of awareness.
Libra (Sep 22 – Oct 22)
Things are shaking and you are paying attention and getting noticed. For the sake of love, family, friendship and perhaps reputation you feel motivated to act. With emotions running high you feel moved in an unprecedented way. This is producing waves of change in your closest relationships. The drama will increase as the Moon waxes to full.
Scorpio (Oct 22 – Nov 21)
Who are you? This question is ringing in your mind as you reflect upon yourself and your life, the roads you have travelled, your experiences and regarding what to do next. A few quick glances back in time are outweighed by future visions. Dreams to be and do bigger and better than ever are giving you reason to feel excited.
Sagittarius (Nov 21 – Dec 21)
Old priorities, values, attitudes and their consequent influence of your choices are all changing now. This process will take a while yet to unfold, up to 2-3 years in fact. In the short term, simply clearing and cleaning where and how you can, will feel good. This is a time of ending, completion and closure. Honor this process yet cast a glance at the renewal to follow.
Capricorn (Dec 21 – Jan 19)
A big activation of some of your closest relationships is center stage now. Choosing your words carefully is extra important, as is how you express your feelings. Moderation is the golden rule – neither too little nor too much. Meanwhile, your world is opening up and this will contribute to a whole new state of balance.
Aquarius (Jan 19 – Feb 19)
You are steadily entering new territory. Whether for financial necessity, profit, new priorities and/or interests you are moved to take those important initial steps. These include calculated risks. A change of attitude and perspective at least and possibly even a measurable shift in your overall lifestyle is implied.
Pisces (Feb 19 – Mar 20)
An exciting creative cycle has begun for you. Yet, to succeed you will have to give to the situation wholeheartedly; half measures or partial focus will not do. However, do allow for some diversity in your focus. A rather large learning curve process requiring long-term commitment is featured. Be willing to learn from others who can train and guide you.
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