WE'VE GAINED the
first peak now. On Saturday, Jupiter and Pluto were at exactly the same
degree of the zodiac, marking the moment when the influence of their
first alignment was a its greatest strength. True to the intentions of
this alignment in Capricorn, current situations are requiring us to fast
track much-needed systemic changes, on both
sociopolitical and personal levels.
While
it's true that the trail slowly winds its way down from here, it's a
very gradual descent with Jupiter and Pluto traveling in close proximity
to each other throughout April. In essence, we'll feel like
we're walking along a high ridge for a bit longer. The core issues we
are working with will take some time to resolve, even when the
acceleration of symptoms starts to ease. This easing is likely to be
most apparent after Pluto goes retrograde on April 25.
Staying at this elevation will
require us to learn new perseverance, discipline, faith, and focus. The
air is thinner, so the recommendation to breathe deeply and slowly
still applies. But, over time, the trail will bring us down off the
mountain, and we'll find it easier to breathe normally.
WE HAVE ANOTHER
pivotal week ahead, centered around two planetary events that both
occur on Tuesday. First on the agenda is a Mars-Uranus square that
perfects at 11:50 a.m. PDT.
On
a personal level, this aspect can manifest as rebelliousness against
restriction or routine. Certainly many are feeling restless under
current constraints, especially those who find fulfillment in those
social activities that are now limited. Reactivity is heightened around
the time of this aspect, so remember to pause and breathe when you feel
the stress. Then choose positive
ways to move any energy that is manifesting as frustration or anger.
Physical activity (Mars) – even something as simple as a quick power walk – is a great way to release pent-up emotions.
Mother Earth will also be feeling the added pressure this week; Mars-Uranus aspects often are linked to
earthquakes, volcanic eruptions, and other surprising or sudden
environmental events that represent a release of physical tension.
ALSO ON TUESDAY
is our Full Moon for the month of April. The lunar orb will appear
exceptionally large in the sky at the time of the lunation, because it
occurs when the Moon is at perigee, the point in its orbit when
it is physically closest to the Earth. This is the second of only two
Super Full Moons in 2020 (the
first was March 9/10), and this one will be the larger of the two.
A
Super Full Moon, being actually closer to the Earth, is expected to
have a stronger effect than regular Full Moons. Emotions are heightened,
and we may see even more "lunacy" than usual. Equally, we have the
ability for heightened awareness and insight, another byproduct of Full
Moons, when the darkness of night is illumined.
THIS SUPER FULL MOON occurs when the Moon reaches 18°43′ Libra,
and is exactly opposite the Sun at the same degree of Aries. Libra, the
sign of the Scales, is associated with balance, harmony, partnership,
equal and fair relations, and
justice.
These qualities are admirable at all times, of course –
but they may be both harder and more vital to access right now,
especially since people who cohabit with others may feel their
relationships being stretched to the limit under the current
circumstances. While our ideal may be to think of families and loved
ones sweetly reconnecting during this time
of lockdown, I'm sure there are those who find themselves face to face
with problems that had been avoided up until now – issues that were easily sidestepped due to differences in schedules between household members.
On
the other end of the spectrum, those who live alone may be more in
touch now with the need to connect with friends and family, even if they
feel mostly contented with a solitary life.
The
systems that we have created in our lives, and have relied on to
provide a sense of structure and continuity, are undergoing a deep
transformation now.
THE CHALLENGE
to inner and outer harmony is evidenced in the Full Moon chart: the Sun
and Moon are square Jupiter, Pluto, and Pallas Athene in Capricorn,
forming a cardinal T-square. This configuration represents a level of
tension that makes us feel like we need to do something NOW to resolve
it – and yet, the way to manage
the problem is paradoxically to develop greater self-discipline,
patience, and a sense of proper timing. This is due to a tendency to act
impulsively, and to overlook the steps that need to be taken for
successful change to occur.
That
being said, there are dynamic potentials contained in a T-square. There
can be very positive outcomes, if we channel this energy creatively and
wisely (Athene), with farsightedness (Jupiter), and with focused
intention (Pluto).
Likewise,
considering that the Mars-Uranus square also occurs on Tuesday, we'll
want to realize that in spite of (or maybe because of) breakdowns, we
have an increased opportunity to realize breakthroughs.
ASSISTING US
this week are several sextile aspects, which represent new
opportunities. Mercury sextiles Jupiter and Pluto on Tuesday, opening
doors to new insights. On Wednesday, healing potentials are activated
through Mars-Chiron and Mercury-Athene. And, on Friday, improved
collaboration is possible with
Venus-Chiron.
Also
on Friday, Mercury enters Aries. This indicates that we should begin to
see new, clearer data coming forward. This information may have a solid
scientific foundation (Mercury sextile Saturn on Saturday), but with
Mercury also square the nodal axis, it may also go against traditional
thinking, which could cause resistance.
FOR THOSE
who
are tracking lunar aspects, here is this week's watch list. We are
likely to feel more off balance and emotional around these times. All of these squares occur on Wednesday, April 8:
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