Astro: New Moon in Aries
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24 March 2020 @ 5:29 am UTC
All Hail and welcome I hope this edition of Astro finds you well.
We are in a moment of limbo. I know the Virus outbreak is big for all of us as we make forced changes in our lives and are encouraged to create new schedules for our time. It will be harder for some than others. Help each other in this time of change. We are all children of the Mother Earth and we have the ability to show great humanitarianism.
My deepest bow in gratitude to all service staff.
I shall be going in depth with this month’s New Moon interpretation by going through the before, during and after new moon phase details of cosmic events. I believe this is important as there are a lot of energies leading up to this new moon which need to be discussed and perhaps mediated upon.
Its all in the movement of the cosmos which has the preordained function of filtering planetary influences and cosmically fuelled accents through our moon to us here on planet Earth. So, lets see what is guiding this new moon during this time of change and upheaval by setting the scene prior to New Moon…
Scene setters:
The positions of the planets at Equinox sets the scene for the next 3 months…..
"The Season of the bursting bud...resurgence! This season is the energetic equivalent to early morning and to the new moon in its first quarter, it speaks of spurting growth and joyous renewal. It is about the delight we feel when encountering sunshine after a storm, witnessing the land as pure and new in its sparkling rain-washed state and wanting to get out there and be a part of it all, experiencing everything afresh. We want to get started on things!"
Rosa Romani, Green Spirituality,2004)
19th - 20th March 2020 . The Sun entered Aries at Equinox , which sees the balance of equal amounts of day and night.
We are currently feeling this fiery energy rising. Aries is the first sign of the Zodiac ushering in a brand new astrological year. It is a cardinal sign so there will be a need to take action. Aries also carries the energy of Mars so carries some tension and possible aggressive outbreaks, if allowed to. This is a challenging time as we begin in the place of new beginnings and fresh starts, almost Springtime. Of course many won’t see this particular season like this, but for those of us who do this can be a time of openings and new cycles in our personal lives. This is also a time to listen out for the subtle nudges from the universe. A time to meditate, clean and clear the home, garden & our lives, allowing for fresh new energy to enter. Traditionally, Equinox is Spring clean and seed planting time, so go plant those seeds, whether that be in synch with mother nature or metaphorically.
We are all going through a time of transitioning, creating new schedules, experiencing different activities to our usual dailies. Thinking mindfully about ourselves, others and the planet, will bring a freshness to our thoughts and actions and allow us to fire up our imaginations.
20th - 21st March sees the Mars / Jupiter conjunction (2 planets in the same sign at the same degree) brings tensions, possible explosive situations, fiery emotions. The flip side is enthusiasm and drive.
The trick is finding balance. Some people will find this next energy uncomfortable and maybe struggle with emotions and worry. Do what you can for those who suffer with anxiety, depression and solitude by staying in regular contact with them. Sometimes a friendly voice and an ear to listen is a lifeline. At any time, still yourself to ground and stabilise your own energies and boundaries, keeping that equilibrium within.
21st - 22nd March sees Saturn move into Aquarius bringing a huge shift. It takes Saturn 2 1/2 years to transit each astrological sign in which time aspects of the planet and the zodiac sign combine and amplify. Saturn is the planet of Karma, justice, discipline and architecture. Yes with Saturn you can expect some real wake ups in areas of your life which will see you face your personal truths. This is the end of one karmic cycle of the past 2 1/2 years. You may find Saturn destructive to begin with, but in order to move on things need to be cleared for a new cornerstone to be laid. Aquarius is the humanitarian of the zodiac, intuitive, scientific, rebellious, innovative. And so begins a new tone for the next 2 1/2 years.
This sees closure to what you have been working on releasing over the past 2 1/2 years. One portal closes and another opens. The new energy you feel maybe your destiny.
This is so much to experience in such a short space of time. Lots of energies and high emotions which makes for confusion. Don’t panic! Perhaps take some time to re-read this part and look at the areas each of these events highlight in your own life.
There is a lot of tension with the sun and moon in Aries. Mars energies compliment this theme of turmoil. Yet a lot of fresh and new attempting to make its way into our personal lives. I believe these are also applicable themes to the wider situation we are all experiencing globally.
New Moon
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The moon enters Aries on 24th March, and here we are always being encouraged to find the balance between the fiery impulsive ego and authentic, courageous inner self, lest we feed one more and tip the scales in favour of the other.
New moon is a time when we set our intentions and Aries New Moon is the beginning of the astrological cycle. So we are not only setting for the month, we are setting for the year ahead! Innovate, create something new from what is happening, turning the negative into a positive.
We are being encouraged to create new schedules for our time at home, in isolation, working from home, not travelling or going to places and events we planned to go to or regularly go to. We are being made to change our lives and the way we think and many people will be stuck in the what and how to, aside from the getting frustrated. So be innovative and start learning something new, doing something differently, thinking differently about the situation and continue to challenge yourself to be and think healthily for yourself, others and the mother Earth.
There is more!
Cosmic players in this scenario
The New moon is square Saturn. Saturn offers patience, self discipline and restraint. Its also a good time to remain open to advice, learn lessons and adjust to changes.
Asteroid Chiron, known as the wounded healer, is actively on the scene in Aries until 2027.
Chiron brings to the fore old and some new wounds. He wants us to heal our wounds and move on. Soul wounds, past identity wounds, Chiron steers us toward areas we have neglected and encourages us to sit and nurse the pains until we heal ourselves. Chiron heals through magic, medicine, touch, sound or thought. It has become a time of deep healing. You may find that you midwife yourself, you may find yourself nursing others, you may find yourself caring for the mother Earth . There is also a sense of service to others connected to Chiron . We are being urged to find the positive from the negative by recognising weaknesses and finding new strengths from them.
The Sun is square Chiron and they are both in Aries. Aries is associated with aggressiveness, which could describe the C19 virus, however, with Saturn in Aquarius, this could mean our attack on it! Lets see how that one pans out.
Chiron is the wounded healer and will highlight how we think about ways in which to heal ourselves and the mother Earth. He is encouraging us to take care of ourselves and create new more natural routines, helping us see the strength we have through learning and working with our own weak points.
In addition to Chiron, the Moon is square the lunar nodes
opening a ‘Karmic crossroads’. The Lunar Nodes, mark the intersection of the Sun’s elliptical transit through the zodiac and the arc of the orbit of the moon. They represent family, past lives and karma.The Nodes suggest karmic imbalance and spiritual life lessons, which can bring us happiness if kept in balance. The South Node represents great insecurities and the North Node represents areas of neglect. We are entering a time of uncertainty. This may bring up conflicting feelings or being stuck in negative patterns. In order to move on, something needs to be released or stopped. Negative emotions, bad habits, guilt, fear about the future, deep seated memories. You must let something go before you walk on. The goodness will remain. Only what is holding you back must be released. All will reveal itself as you work through the areas of your life which are highlighted over this next monthly cycle.
Trust yourself, your intuitions and remain open to guidance and advice, and do what sits right with your soul. Make the changes needed and walk in the light of knowledge that you are lighter from the burdens which have weighted you. You have done the best you can with what you have.
Ok my lovelies, that’s an awful lot to take in, isnt it? As you may have noticed, I’ve written in sections. Take your time with each part. My advice is to sit with each section for a while, meditate on it, see what comes to you. Seek and find the resonance within. What transpires is the next portal of destiny.
Deep gratitude to you all.
Stay safe, be well, my lovelies.
In sacred light and love from my heart to yours
Shee
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Romani, R. 2004. Green Spirituality. Green Magic, Somerset.
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