NorthPoint Astrology Journal: Your weekly guide to planetary influences May 11 to 17, 2020 by Pam Younghans

NorthPoint Astrology Journal Your weekly guide to planetary influences May 11 to 17, 2020 by Pam Younghans Aspects of Note This Week   All times listed are Pacific DaylightTime. For Greenwich Mean Time, add 7 hours.    MON: Mercury square Mars, Mercury enters Gemini TUE: Mercury trine Pallas Athene, Mercury trine Saturn, Mars enters Pisces, Venus stations retrograde WED: Sun semisquare Chiron THU: Jupiter stations retrograde, Mercury square Ceres, Sun trine Pluto FRI: Mercury sextile Chiron SAT: Mercury sesquiquadrate Pluto  SUN: Sun trine Jupiter, Mercury sesquiquadrate Jupiter WE ARE ENTERING a new phase in this experience of transformation that we call the year 2020. The inner fears and outer restrictions have eased just a bit, leaving the emotional space for us to ponder developments over the last few months, and to reflect on how our values may have shifted.   Holding the space for us in this regard is the planet Venus, which goes retrograde on Tuesday, May 12, at 11:44 p.m. PDT. Currently several degrees ahead of the Taurus Sun, Venus is in Gemini and appears in the sky as our evening star. During this period of backward motion, it will cross paths with the Sun (on June 3), rising and setting with the solar orb for a few days. After that, Venus will become our morning star and will return to forward motion on June 24.   MOST OF US are familiar with Mercury's retrograde effect, which occurs three times a year. We are less acquainted with what happens when Venus goes backward, which happens only every two years. In essence, the themes are similar: review, reassessment, reprioritizing; but since we're working with Venus, we'll be applying this awareness to areas that the planet rules: relationships and alliances, finances and values, amusements and the arts.   It's not hard to imagine the kinds of issues that we will be reevaluating over the next six weeks as social realms begin to be more available. Recent circumstances have put heightened pressure on relationships, on resources, and on the availability of entertainments and artistic offerings.   As we weave our way through this Venus retrograde period, we of course will be considering ways to rejoin these areas of life – but the more important questions to answer are, do we want to reengage, and if so, how fully? Do we want to reconnect with a certain person, job, or activity in the ways that we had become accustomed to? Or have our values changed at such a deep level that some of these prior manifestations are no longer a vibrational match with us?   OUR ANSWERS to these questions cannot be forced, but must slowly reveal themselves through introspection. On a cosmic timing level, we are advised to wait until Venus is once again moving direct before we make concrete decisions in these areas. We also need to take into account that for the first three weeks of its retrograde period, Venus is in square aspect to Neptune.   Venus is the planetary representative of the human heart and its capacity for love. Neptune symbolizes the higher heart of oneness and compassion. Even when the two planets are in hard aspect, they provide opportunities for growth in both of these areas. We are more likely to see the good in people, and less likely to focus on their flaws.   HOWEVER, there are also hazards involved with a Venus-Neptune square. We may not see another person clearly, and can over-romanticize, over-value, or take on martyr or rescuer roles. Common symptoms of this problem would be excusing abusive behavior because the person was "under a lot of stress," or stepping in to save someone who really would benefit most from learning how to save themselves. In the material realms, a Venus-Neptune square corresponds with spending too much on an item or making an investment without checking on its actual value. In other words, it's a good idea to be intentional during Venus retrograde. It is time best used by going inward, by listening to the voice of our true heart. Every day, we can sense into our answers to these questions: "What fills me with aliveness and vitality?" "What interests me?" "What can I truthfully say that I love, as compared to what is merely habit?"   And, with the Venus-Neptune square active, we will also be asking ourselves: "How can I best express compassion in the world?" "How can I use my mind and my heart to make a difference?" "How can I open my heart so that I am a better channel for unconditional love?"   THIS IS a good time to remember the "new" definition of unconditional love, as brought into our collective awareness by Abraham-Hicks. In the past, we may have defined unconditional love as the capacity to deny our own needs and to live solely to support others – even at best, an unattainable and inadvisable goal. This kind of self-denial is usually not unconditional love, since it tends to leave self-love completely out of the equation.   According to Abraham, unconditional love is "feeling in alignment with Source regardless of what’s going on around you." When we are in that state, we cannot harm others or ourselves. We can only express love, because to do otherwise would disconnect us from Source.   A lofty goal! We have our marching (dancing?) orders ...   ASSISTING US with this directive, Mars enters compassionate Pisces on May 12 at 9:17 p.m. PDT – the very same day that Venus goes retrograde. Since Mars is named for the god of War, and Pisces is a sign of non-aggression, this journey can be a bit complicated.   At its highest frequency, Mars in Pisces awakens our capacity to act on our ideals. We find it easier to align our actions with our spiritual principles, to go with the flow, to let go of anger, and to be inspired by our creative Muse.   BUT there are cautions about this placement of Mars, too. Mars is a fiery planet, while Pisces is a water sign – and as we know, water extinguishes fire. The assertiveness of Mars is dampened in Pisces, resulting in a tendency to not face issues directly, or to be passive-aggressive. And, the impulse of energy we usually associate with Mars can come and go like the tides, leaving us feeling moody and inconsistent.   As the twelfth sign of the zodiac, Pisces relates to a process of completion and spiritual realignment, in preparation for a new beginning. Mars in Pisces is a time for releasing old desires and old angers so that we can start anew with a clean slate when the planet enters Aries in late June.   It's intriguing to see that Mars is in Pisces until June 27, almost exactly the same period that Venus is retrograde. Methinks the Cosmos has a plan.   BUILDING on these themes, Jupiter also goes retrograde this week. Astrologer Bil Tierney writes that Jupiter's retrograde phase can be:   "...a marvelous time for gaining insights into spiritual or philosophical matters, as wisdom can flow easier from the superconscious and make contact with the conscious self ... We may find it easier to develop inner faith and a more hopeful outlook due to self-inspired contemplation ... We may feel detached from what is socially expected of us during this period and may reject such pressures in favor of listening to our own inner calling ..."   While Jupiter is retrograde, we will benefit from maintaining many of the new habits we've developed during this quarantine time, especially if we've allowed ourselves to spend more time in contemplation. Our priorities are to meditate on our beliefs about reality and on our dreams for a more meaningful and spiritually fulfilling future. Jupiter will be moving backward until September 12, at which time it will become easier to then take action "while remaining true to the needs of our spirit." (Tierney)   FOR THE DAY-TO-DAY influences we're working with this week, here's a quick list of the most notable aspects: Mercury square Mars (Monday): Disagreements, stubborn resistance, rebelling against the rules. Mercury enters Gemini (Monday): With Mercury in Gemini until May 28, we enter a two-week period of increased information exchange and social activity. Mercury trine Saturn (Tuesday): A better day for communications and intellectual pursuits, as Saturn in Aquarius provides both stability and the determination to make progress. Sun trine Pluto (Thursday): A stronger sense of empowerment, as we direct our energies in productive ways. Mercury square Ceres, sextile Chiron, sesquiquadrate Pluto, and sesquiquadrate Jupiter (Thursday-Sunday): Differences of opinion that challenge our perspectives and push us to be more clear in our communications, while also keeping an open mind. Sun trine Jupiter (Sunday): A day to enjoy nature and new adventures, as we are able! FOR THOSE who are tracking important lunar aspects, here is this week's watch list, in Pacific Daylight Time: Moon in Capricorn conjunct Pluto: Monday, May 11, 11:14 p.m. Moon in Capricorn conjunct Jupiter: Tuesday, May 12, 3:30 a.m.  Moon in Aquarius conjunct Saturn: Tuesday, May 12, 12:18 p.m.  Moon in Aquarius square Uranus: Tuesday, May 12, 10:52 p.m.   IF YOUR BIRTHDAY IS THIS WEEK: The year ahead brings many opportunities for new adventures and a stronger knowing of your own capabilities. At the same time, you are encouraged to take the time to go within, as there are spiritual and creative gifts awaiting. The primary challenge appears in the form of an impatience or restlessness that interferes with your ability to focus on one step at a time. Find a physical outlet for this tension, so that it doesn't compromise the other positive potentials. Solutions include power walking or gardening, or more concentrated activities such as martial arts. (Solar Return Sun square Mars, trine Jupiter, sextile Neptune, trine Pluto)   In Gratitude and Light,   Pam   NorthPoint Journal © 2020 NorthPoint Astrology. All Rights Reserved.  About the NorthPoint Journal   Astrologer Pam Younghans writes this NorthPoint Journal based on planetary influences and insights received. Her hope is to offer perspectives to assist you in utilizing current energies to enhance your life experience and accelerate your spiritual and personal growth.   Feel free to share this issue of the NorthPoint Journal with others who may enjoy it! When doing so, please forward it in its entirety, including all contact and copyright information. To learn more about private astrology sessions with Pam, please visit the "Personal Readings" page at www.northpointastrology.com. To schedule a reading, please email pam@northpointastrology.com. http://www.northpointastrology.com/northpoint-journal.html   Copyright NorthPoint Astrology 2020. All Rights Reserved. NorthPoint Astrology, 15000 Block 75th, Kenmore, WA 98028, USA

Tania Gabrielle: Astro-Numerology Insights: [Half Year] Exciting Changes are Coming!

Lots of excitement is in store for us over the next weeks! There is a flurry of activity in the stars and numbers as we enter the second half of 2018. Eclipse season is right around the corner (you’re feeling the first mid-July eclipse building already!)... plus, joyful Jupiter is about to station DIRECT again too! As we move from June into July, Mercury is very active. Mercury is squaring Uranus creating a quickening… this means your life is unfolding in unexpected ways.

Mercury is also trines Chiron! You are more open to sharing your deep feelings, including anything that is bothering you, as Chiron facilitates harmony and healing. Breathing in deeply BEFORE you speak (or write) will change your life. As the energy quickens, so will the need to make on-the-spot decisions. When you take time to slow down (deep breathing) you leave behind ego-centric responses and embrace SOUL-inspired clarity. Your messages (Mercury) are emitting a very high vibrational energy. Sharing becomes an ART... a beautiful opportunity to love! Your BREATH is your eternal connection to the Divine. As we rapidly approach a rare cycle of 3 Eclipses and celebrate Jupiter’s change of direction, being in SYNC with your divine inner pulse is very important. The recent start of Mars retrograde (on June 26) is also taking your energy within. Your inner landscape is your greatest resource! Trust it. At this important half-way point, you are leaving behind old habits and replacing them with a brand new influx of energy. You are discovering how to stay in alignment from one moment to the next – able to attune to the rapid changes in other people and situations around you. There’s no way to process the rapid changes with your mind ALONE. The only way to stay attuned and aligned to the present – is to consistently breathe in…. and listen. Answers are provided as feelings, symbols, hunches, a "knowing". YOU are your best resource - always remember that. Re-Source means: re-connection to SOURCE. Mercury trine Chiron enhances listening with LOVE. Mercury square Uranus facilitates sharing ideas from an exciting new out-of-the-box perspective. Conversations and communication you have now, either with yourself or with others, are creating a sacred space for profound healing. Uranus loves activating your inner adventurer, so you explore CHANGE and HEAL. When situations nudge you to shift your approach, be OPEN to the shift. Take the plunge! Healing happens in an instant. Many little instances of present-moment healing add up to BIG internal shifts! There is nothing more life-enhancing than inspired action… inspired living. Inspired Action is the song of Love singing through you. Enjoy this beautiful weekend as we transition from the final day of June on Saturday to July 1 on Sunday – and welcome the second half of 2018 with open arms! Make sure you have the most trusted universal Star Code forecast by your side as we journey into unexplored territory. July brings two eclipses – and August one additional eclipse! There is so much that is cracking open, healing and expanding… So, tune into the detailed DAILY movement of the stars and numbers’ codes in the Premium Wealth Forecast... You get access to each edition before the month even begins, so you can leverage the star codes and PLAN ahead! Click here for a FREE excerpt of July’s powerful forecast. Love and Blessings, Tania Gabrielle  My tags: Astrology, Tania Gabrielle, Awakening Change, Eclipse Season, Jupiter Direct, Mercury, Uranus, Unexpected Change, Slow Down, Harmony, Healing, High Vibrational Energy, Sharing, Breath, Mars, Inner World, New Habits, Be present, Signs, Listening with Love, Instantaneous, Inspired Action, PS. Get instant access to July’s important Eclipse forecast now. Included: Complete PDF transcript and specially selected monthly music selections – ALL downloadable!

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WIN-WIN SOLUTION

WIN-WIN SOLUTION: Let's all go to a Yoga class and meet halfway.
We'll do Warrior II pose, which is neither standing or kneeling. Seriously, why not?

I did make it to a "Flow and Restore" Yoga class this evening. I have been in the house on the computer most of the time for many days sitting way too much, until today. I had signed up for 2 classes that I canceled on Friday night and Saturday morning. I was kind of having a Dark Night of the Soul for a few days, and didn't feel like being around people if I didn't have to. Almost went to one Sunday, but walked at the pond instead. Almost went last night but I couldn't get there in time. Now I feel much better from doing yoga and eating a healthy, spicy meal afterward. ( I went for Thai food, because that's what my body wanted to feel better. I love Thai iced tea to balance out the heat in the food.)

I actually want to do some more yoga before bed, which is the point of taking classes, to get back into a regular, daily practice. When you stop doing yoga for a long time, then start again, it is not so easy to get back to where you were. Your body protests, and as you breathe into that discomfort, you start to learn about your habits and your what your body wants and needs. To my surprise, I have come to understand it is the long hours at the computer that impacts me the most, not the bodywork on multiple massage clients. It's all about finding the balance. Balance, that is something I also need to work on more. Sounds like a plan. <3


(p.s.) Remember, Yoga is for EVERY body. Some clients have told me that they can't do yoga because "I've never been very flexible." --which is exactly why they need it! The beauty of it is that you are challenging yourself, it is not a competition. Who wouldn't want to feel better, sleep better, and cultivate better habits?


(p.p.s.) The other benefit of yoga is that is calms one down and helps one gain perspective, because the focus is not out there, it is inside one's heart.

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My tags: Yoga, Health + Wellness, Win-Win, Daily Practice, Listen to Your Body, Heart-Centered, Awakening, Consciousness, Every Body, Calm, Perspective, Breathe, Work/Life Balance, New Habits, Disengage from the Fray, Don't Take the Bait