OUR FIRST ECLIPSE of
2022 occurs this week! The partial Solar Eclipse on Saturday, April 30,
will be visible only from southwest South America, the Pacific Ocean,
and Antarctica.
An
eclipse of the Sun is also a New Moon, but it wields a greater
influence than our regular monthly lunation. Instead of indicating
themes for just the next month, a Solar Eclipse New Moon sets the stage
for the next six
months.
AT THE TIME of the New Moon, at 1:27 p.m. PDT on Saturday, the Sun and Moon will be at 10°28´ Taurus, with Uranus nearby (at
14°32´
Taurus). This means that the two "lights" are just four degrees away
from being exactly conjunct the sideways-spinning planet, which infuses
the eclipse with its highly charged energies. Since Uranus has a
penchant for manifesting the unexpected, the day of the lunation — and the next six
months! — should
be full of breakthroughs and surprises that may upset the status quo
but also launch us into a new, more liberated future.
At
its highest vibration, Uranus is a transpersonal planet and the
representative of Higher Mind. Its influence opens us to new
understandings, innovative thinking, and radical insights. Our
perceptions and perspectives are shifted, often through sudden events
that work like an electric
shock to rewire our brains.
The
Sun and Moon are also in harmonious sextile aspect to Mars at the New
Moon. This link provides access to the self-confidence and courage that
are needed as we embrace the major new beginnings symbolized by a Solar
Eclipse. And, with the Red
Planet in Pisces, our actions are potentially more aligned now with our
spiritual values of compassion and peace.
THE OMEGA AND CHANDRA SYMBOLS for the New Moon/Eclipse both provide very intriguing images, stirring the imagination and
opening the mind. Here they are, as channeled by astrologer John Sandbach:
- Omega symbol: "A man jumping into a river, melting, and flowing away."
- Chandra symbol: "A woman with flames for hair."
In
each of these images, there is a merging with the elements,
representing the energies of the moment. As we become one with the
changes that are occurring, we are not overwhelmed, we do not drown, and
we do not perish in flames. This is good
advice to follow as we work with the influence of Saturday's lunation.
As Mr. Sandbach writes in his interpretation of these images:
"There
is no reason to fear intensity. If we give in to the intensity of our
vision, what is burned away is heavy karma that has kept us from
manifesting our true self."
IN THE DAYS
leading up to the eclipse, we are of course in the waning days of the
current lunar cycle. This last week of the lunar month represents a time
for
completion and for letting go of attachment to what has been, so that we
are ready for new directions to unfold. It is a time to trust and have
faith, knowing that endings always precede new beginnings.
Encouraging
this time of introspection and enhancing the heart opening that will
assist us, goddess of love and beauty Venus is conjunct both Neptune and
Jupiter in Pisces this week. These planetary alignments offer the sweet
scent of honeysuckle
blossoms to ease our way.
According
to the Tree Frog Farm website, Orange Wild Honeysuckle "... helps you
to slow down the pace of your life, feel more comfortable in your body,
and peacefully and calmly engage life as your authentic self." And Pink
Wild Honeysuckle
essence "... restores childlike joy, playfulness, innocence, and
openness. It encourages you to become enthralled with the magic in each
moment." It may be very helpful and powerful to call in these flower
energies to assist us over the coming week. We can work with these
energies whether or not we have the essences in hand, either by finding
photos to connect us to the flowers, or by just calling them in during
meditation.
ALSO THIS WEEK,
Pluto's influence is very strong, due to the dwarf planet going
retrograde on Friday. When a planet comes to a standstill, it is like
standing on the
platform as the train comes in; as the train gets closer, the vibration
gets stronger. When it is finally standing still in front of us, engine
engaged, we feel its vibration most intensely.
It
seems cosmically designed (imagine that!) that Pluto is stationing the
day before the Solar Eclipse. Pluto is the agent of
transformation, taking us through a symbolic process of death and
rebirth. Its added strength this week should help us move through issues
that need to be
resolved before we enter the portal of the eclipse.
ONLY TWO WEEKS! My
"Metamorphosis" webinar covering May through August will air live on
Monday, May 9! Please join us as we explore what we can expect from the
planets over the next four months.
I'm
also going to talk a bit about solar flares and geomagnetic storms and
how these events affect us on physical, emotional, mental, and even
spiritual levels. If you feel like there's been a lot of solar activity
lately, you're right! We've already surpassed the number of solar flares
and sunspots that were predicted for this stage of the eleven-year solar
cycle.
I
hope you can join us! Even if you can't be there for the live taping,
registrants receive a link to the replay, along with all the class
materials.
DAY BY DAY, here are this week's highlighted planetary aspects:
Monday
Venus square Ceres: Challenges may arise due to a conflict between family obligations and personal relationship needs.
Tuesday
Mercury sextile Jupiter: Communications flow easily, as we are able to express compassion in tangible ways.
Wednesday
Mars semisquare Eris: Frustrations can arise if others do not live up to our expectations.
Venus conjunct Neptune: Relationships are enhanced by a deepened understanding of each person's soul needs.
Thursday
Mercury trine Pluto: This
is a day for speaking one's truth and revealing secrets, especially
with Pluto coming to its station tomorrow. Be aware of the power of
words to heal or harm.
Friday
Pluto stations retrograde: Pluto will be retrograde until October 8.
Sun semisquare Neptune: It may be hard to stay grounded today. Connecting with nature can be of particular benefit.
Mercury enters Gemini: Mercury
in Gemini usually indicates a time of increased social interaction and
communication, as well as a strong need for variety and mental
stimulation. Due to the Messenger Planet going retrograde on May 10,
plans we make now will be subject to review
while Mercury is moving backward, until it goes direct on June 3.
Saturday
Taurus New Moon/Partial Solar Eclipse: Changes
that occur at this lunation will likely play out over the next six
months, until the partial Solar Eclipse in Scorpio on October 25.
Venus conjunct Jupiter: Compassion is enhanced today, and it is easier to connect with others on a soul level, rising above personality differences.
Saturn trine Ceres: We are able to give and receive tangible emotional support to loved ones.
Sunday
Venus sextile Pluto: Relationships can grow in depth and intimacy today, as each person's deeper spiritual needs are brought forward.
Neptune square Ceres: Be aware of a tendency to overidealize loved ones, as it may lead to disappointment.
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