astral meanders 17-23 June 2009

In General: The Sun enters Cancer on the 21st of this week adding a general sensitivity to all we do. The new Moon on the 22nd will also be in Cancer and this of course only adds to the emotional wellspring! This new Moon is what is often called a ‘Crisis Moon’ meaning really that the Moon is physically very close to the earth at this time. The few days before and after this new moon are likely to be ones where emotions in general are heightened. In a global sense this can often suggest events of crisis too. Venus is a mighty influence this week too, square to mars and conjunct Uranus it will offer artistic urges, surprises responses, romance and passion and an increased awareness of the concept of value! Let us not forget that the dark Nadir of winter is upon us with the Winter solstice on the 21st, a time to think about what we want to achieve as the days once again lengthen and move toward spring. If you are having a birthday during the week then you can look forward to highly emotional sort of year! It will be a growing experience and bring you closer to yourself! On the world scene this week can be chaotic, with extremes of good and bad news! Expect the unexpected! Locally, it’s a time for reflection, not action. Not a great time to start new projects!

Thought for the week.... ‘But are not this struggle and even the mistakes one may make better, and do they not develop us more, than if we kept systematically away from emotions?’ Vincent Van Gogh

Aries
March 21- April 20
It’s time to be kind to yourself and relax a little. You can have unreasonable expectations of self sometimes and this just causes you more than necessary stress. So let it go and start afresh this week! Venus encourages some lovely romantic moments and is ready to speak to your heart. Jus be still long enough to listen!

Taurus
April 21-May 21
You are beginning to feel more at ease with your life and when you do this things just seem to get better and better so trust it and go with the flow! There are some changes necessary this week and you are aware they are looming but the best way to deal is to take it easy and do what you have always known was right!

Gemini
May 22-June 21
This is the beginning of a strong time for you guys! Your charisma level is up so others will be attracted to you and willing to do whatever you say...well just about!! Going with the flow should be your mantra this week especially at the new Moon. This will enable you to reap the best of all those wonderful surprises that are heading your way!

Cancer
June 22- July 23
You are not looking after yourself at the moment so stop all that running around after everyone else and take a look at your needs! A little self nurture is definitely required this week. With the Sun entering cancer this week it’s also important to clarify your goals and get thinking about what it is your really desire from life!

Leo
July 24- August 23
Socially this is still an active time for you. Emotionally it’s a difficult time and you are in the mood to over-react. Just take a breath before you blow it all out of proportion. The purpose of the challenges you are facing is to clear out the old stagnant patterns and start anew! If you listen to your inner self and trust your heart you will succeed no matter what!

Virgo
August 24- September 23
It’s a great time for Virgo to stand up and be counted. Ask for the rewards you feel you deserve and you are apt to get them! This is not a time for shyness! It’s just an overall great time for you guys so sit back and enjoy the process, especially over the solstice. Whatever you do, do not blow your chances now by not trusting yourself!

Libra
September 24- October 23
There are a lot of surprises in store for you this week and indeed all month! Most thankfully are excellent and you will be seen smiling even more than usual, which is considerable!! The new Moon is good for you and if you approach it with ease and trust you will reap some lovely benefits. New patterns are emerging!

Scorpio
October 24-November 22
Life is throwing some interesting lessons your way at the moment and this week the truth could be stranger than fiction! Your sensitivity levels are high this week too, so be wary of overreacting and try to take a more realistic view of others. Friends and associates will actually be very supportive.

Sagittarius
November 23- December 21
Love is coming your way this week and you will begin to feel better about yourself than you have in some time. People around you are more affectionate and social invitations abound. The best that you can do this week is to be honest with yourself and others. If you have inner clarity you have outer success!

Capricorn
December 22- January20
You can err on the side over sensitivity this week and your grumpy side may unwittingly come to the fore! Try to put things in proper perspective, they are not as bad as they seem. You may also feel that you have to push yourself this week, but in reality taking care of your energy levels is far more important.

Aquarius
January 21- February 19
It is time to get closer to how you feel and verbalise this to the ones you love Aquarius. You just need to stop and listen and feel occasionally instead of rushing about as usual! Time spent with family can be very rewarding and help you to understand yourself better. Enjoy this process and recognise its usefulness.

Pisces
February 20 March 20
The past seems to be back to trouble you again, Pisces. You need to finally resolve some old issues and take a new path. The best way to balance this process is to spend time in nature and enjoy the beauty that surrounds you. It’s all about personal healing and nature has a way of speaking to your heart.

Astral Peeks: A brief look at the Winter solstice!
In the Southern hemisphere we are celebrating the Winter Solstice on the 21st of June.
Yule marks the sun's ‘birth’ day. The longest night of the year will pass and at dawn when the sun next rises the year will once again have moved towards longer days. It is this passage from the darkest point, back into the light, that we celebrate. In celebration and ritual we give energy to the turn of this tide within the earth. We give energy to our experience of the ' little death ' as a letting go of what is perceived of as unnecessary to our higher good and a birth in our new and ' lighter ' selves.
In a sense we are getting the soil ready to plant new seeds, the seeds of what we want to grow in our personal lives in the spring and summer ahead. At Yule these seeds are like tiny candles being lit and bringing illumination. They bring the possibilities of beginnings.
One thing you can do to honour this process to is burn and generously use, a sun oil! Try this:
Recipe for Sun oil.
1 tspn.cinnamon
1 bay leaf
1 pinch saffron
1 drop lemon juice
Mix into a half cup of vegetable oil base and warm slightly before use.
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