Aspects of Note this Week
All times listed are Pacific Time. For Greenwich Mean Time, add 8 hours.
MON: Sun sextile Chiron
TUE: Sun square Uranus, Neptune square nodal axis
WED: Venus square Eris
THU: Venus conjunct Pluto, Full Moon 11:16 a.m. PST, Sun conjunct Jupiter
SAT: Mercury goes retrograde
AS THE PAST FALLS AWAY, part
of our challenge is to release what has been. Letting go can be
difficult for us humans. Unconsciously, we often hold onto old forms as a
way of maintaining a sense of security or continuity in life, or as a
way of feeling in control. A known quantity, even if unsatisfactory, is
at least familiar
and therefore reassuring in some way.
But the changing times that we are moving through require us to let go of what has been and to surrender to what is unfolding. That
very word, "surrender," can evoke strong resistance, primarily because
we think of it as being equivalent to capitulation. And yet, while
capitulation is about giving away our power, surrender is actually about
claiming our true power, our spiritual power. This is the power of the
now moment, of being present without attaching to what has been or
projecting into what may be.
We
have small demonstrations of how this works, every time we are trying
to recall a word that is eluding us or to remember where we put
something. It is often when we surrender the search, the strong need to
have what we want NOW and the fear or frustration that we'll never get
it, that the word suddenly pops into our minds moments later or the
object magically appears in a place where we
thought we had looked.
SURRENDERING TO CHANGE
is one of our primary challenges this coming week. The Sun is now in
progressive Aquarius, a sign that thrives on the new and inventive, and
it is in square aspect to eccentric Uranus on Tuesday.
A
Sun-Uranus square usually manifests as surprising or sudden events that
change our expected trajectory. All the compound words that start with
"break" are applicable to this aspect, including breakdown,
breakthrough, breakaway, and breakup.
We
can look to the Sun in Aquarius for some indicators as to where or how
these unexpected changes might occur. Since Aquarius is an air sign,
mental adaptability is a requirement this week. Preconceived notions
about how some situation should unfold will be shown to be faulty or at
least inadequate. And, keeping in mind that the key phrase associated
with the sign of Aquarius is
"I Know," events this week are likely to break down that hubris,
reminding us of what we don't know.
And,
since Uranus is in earth sign Taurus, we may also see the unpredictable
manifesting through weather patterns or environmental changes.
AT ITS HIGHEST FREQUENCY, Uranus
is an agent of the Higher Mind. While its intentions on a personal
level are to help us stay flexible and authentic, on a transpersonal
level, its goal is to keep us moving into higher states of
consciousness.
Whenever we
navigate changeable circumstances, if we surrender to the flow of
events rather than resisting them, we are usually more open to insights
and inspiration. In letting of expectations and our attachment to
specific outcomes this week, we can be more open to new ways of
perceiving our reality, which ultimately enables us to find new
solutions for old
problems.
OUR FULL MOON
this week marks the climax of the lunar cycle that began with the
dynamic New Moon on January 12-13, and therefore represents a
culmination of whatever processes were initiated at that time. As you
may recall, that Capricorn New Moon was tightly conjunct the planet
Pluto, marking this entire lunar cycle as being deeply
transformational. Personally and globally, we have been weeding out the
roots of old forms, so that the new may be birthed.
This
week's Full Moon perfects on Thursday, January 28, at 11:16 a.m. PST
(7:16 p.m. GMT). At that time, the Moon will be at 9°05' Leo, with the
Sun at the same degree of Aquarius. This appears to be another pivotal lunation, one that will be memorable.
THE AQUARIUS SUN is
tightly conjunct the giant planet Jupiter at the time of the Full Moon,
magnifying our urge to make progress, but perhaps exaggerating that "I
Know" certainty. But the Sun is also conjunct realistic Saturn, giving
us a strong sense of what is and isn't possible, which may tone down
some of the over-exuberance. Most
notably, the Moon, Sun, Jupiter, and Saturn are all in hard square
aspect to Uranus, Mars, and Black Moon Lilith in Taurus.
This
means that we will be working with a T-square configuration at the time
of the Full Moon. A T-square represents a time of testing. With all the
T-square planets in fixed signs, we are being challenged to interrupt
willful behaviors (Taurus), to become more flexible in our perspectives
(Aquarius), and to let go of an ego attachment to the approval of others
(Leo).
The group (stellium)
of planets in peace-loving Taurus are at the apex of this T-square.
This means we will be pushed out of our comfort zone by events that
occur. The combination of Uranus, Mars, and Black Moon Lilith can
represent repressed desires coming unexpectedly to the surface. This can
be used in positive ways, to inspire the courage needed to initiate
change, but it can
also be somewhat forceful or explosive in nature.
THE CHANDRA/OMEGA SYMBOLS from astrologer
John Sandbach provide insights into the positive potentials of this
Full Moon. Here are the symbols associated with the tenth degree of Leo:
- Omega symbol: "A man who sees stars invisible to others." Tapping into
worlds and realities that are beyond the scope of usual human
perception. This can be used to enrich the knowledge and understanding
of others – if they are open to your insights. The way
to resolve this dilemma is to express ideas in a way that is not so
forthright, and in a form that is more acceptable to others, or to use
your insights and ideas to further yourself, without being concerned
about what others believe or won't take in.
- Chandra symbol: “A
man putting olive oil all over his body.” Making connections between
self and the outside world smoother, so we can move through the world
with greater ease. A strong need to be independent and true to self, but
in a non-abrasive way. Slipping out of situations which are
unnecessarily limiting.
It
is interesting that both of these symbols are about being true to self,
and following one's own unique, authentic path – qualities that we tend
to associate with Aquarius and the planet Uranus, which are both
strongly involved in the Full Moon. And, of course, I appreciate the
reference to "seeing stars invisible to others," as it speaks to the
ability of Uranus to expand our
consciousness.
VENUS THEMES
are also powerfully activated this week, as Venus squares Eris on
Wednesday and then conjoins Pluto on Thursday, just three hours before
the Full Moon perfects. As the planet of love and values, Venus brings
up issues in personal relationships, as well as in financial matters.
Any
problems in these areas that have been brewing but not adequately
addressed will seem especially urgent with these aspects. As always with
Pluto, watch for any tendency to "have to" say or do something, as
unconscious needs can be very strong. We can also be overly suspicious
or blaming, and can resort to manipulations rather than addressing our
concerns directly.
Take a pause if you are feeling exceptionally emotional this week. These Venus aspects – and the Full Moon itself – and
be very instrumental in helping us see our own motivations, which can
be the higher purpose of any outer-world complications. But that pause
is vital, as it's hard to be introspective if we're feeling highly
emotional.
A FINAL NOTE: Mercury
goes retrograde on Saturday, and will be moving backward through
Aquarius until it goes direct on February 20. As always when this planet
is retrograde, it's helpful to look at life symbolically rather than
literally. And, projects are best served if
we use this time over the next three weeks to review our plans, to make
sure we have all the information we need. If decisions must be made, be
sure to enter into them cautiously and with due diligence.
WEBINAR REPLAY: If
you missed my recent "Uncharted Waters" webinar, no worries! The video
replay and calendars are available for purchase. In the class, you'll
learn what the planets have in store for us January-April 2021, both the
main events and shorter-term opportunities and challenges. To
purchase the video replay and monthly calendars, please send an email with "Webinar Replay" in the subject line to pam@northpointastrology.com.
IF YOUR BIRTHDAY IS THIS WEEK: This
year, you are challenged to direct your
energies more consciously, rather than willfully. Your intentions and
beliefs are strong, but it will be important to remain aware of the
needs of your personality versus the callings of your Soul. If you can
harness the heightened energies that are available to you this year,
your potentials for achievement and for advancing a cause that you
believe in are great. (Solar Return Sun square Mars, conjunct Jupiter, conjunct Saturn, square Uranus)
In Gratitude and Light,
Pam
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