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I
hope you are able to join us this Thursday! I'll be talking in depth
about the effects of the Jupiter-Pluto square in May, the change in our
evolutionary directive in July, and other important events happening
over the next four months. Details are below or go to https://events.humanitix.com/a-quickening to register. This
week, we can expect to see specific evidence of how Pluto's transit of
Aquarius will impact
us, on both ends of the vibrational spectrum. In the positive, Pluto in
Aquarius manifests as social progress, advances in human rights,
technological developments that benefit the global community, and new
levels of humanitarianism and cooperation between individuals. On the
shadow side of the equation are extreme ideologies, exploitation, fears
related to technology, radical expressions of power, and a lack of
sympathy due to too much detachment. "The
Scorpio Point of Avatar deals with true compassion without expectation.
We have the ability to be aware of others, their feelings, wants,
needs, desires, ego and spiritual drives, and more. This point is
aligned with Divine Will, as compared to personal will, and carries the
ability to transform and transmute low energy situations, places, and
selves to higher vibrations. There is
knowledge and the ability to communicate directly with the Angelic Realm
to bring about changes for humanity and the Earth, weaving new patterns
both etherically and physically." "The
Taurus Point of Avatar deals with unconditional love: learning to love
self and others in a detached, unselfish way but without self-sacrifice.
This is the point of service to humanity, of going with the flow of the
Divine. It uses new sounds, symbols, and colors to create a global
mandala, a vision of the ideal for a New Earth and a New Humanity, thus
bringing new systems into
manifestation." THE URANUS EFFECT: Another important feature of Friday's Full Moon eclipse is that the Sun will be within four degrees of Uranus (at 18°41 Taurus) and also only six degrees away from retrograde Mercury (at 08°57 Taurus). Whenever
Uranus is involved in a planetary event, we are cautioned to "expect
the unexpected," which primarily means to remain flexible and
openminded. As we experience the influence of this week's eclipse
– which will be building in the days leading up to the actual event – there
may be surprises and detours we hadn't anticipated, that change our
course and set us in a new and unfamiliar direction. There
is also heightened nervous energy associated with high-vibrational
Uranus. Staying grounded and centered, as much as possible, will be
helpful. However, some may respond to the Uranus effect with anxiety or
sudden, erratic behaviors. Ultimately,
Uranus is an agent of liberation, intending to free us to be more fully
authentic, especially if we have been living according to "shoulds."
Sideways-spinning Uranus is also the planetary representative of Higher
Consciousness. Changes that unfold under Uranus' watch disrupt our usual
perceptions
of reality so that our minds become open to a much higher perspective.
The breakdown of old thought patterns and mental attitudes could be
especially pronounced this week, due to retrograde Mercury's proximity
to the Full Moon. DAILY ASPECTS: Here are this week's most important planetary aspects, with my brief interpretations of each. Monday Retrograde Mercury semisquare Neptune: Dreams blend into waking reality with this aspect, perhaps making it hard to differentiate fact from
fiction. Sun conjunct retrograde Mercury: We
are now almost halfway through Mercury's retrograde phase. Today the
Sun shines a light on issues that have been a source of confusion or
discouragement since
Mercury went retrograde on April 21. The extra light of the Sun helps us
see more clearly what plans, ideas, and perspectives are needing to be
altered if we are to achieve our goals. Tuesday Sun semisquare Neptune: Similar to yesterday morning, we may begin the day feeling somewhat foggy and unclear of our direction. Venus sextile Eris: Some may strongly express
controversial opinions today, as Venus in Gemini finds support from Eris in assertive Aries. Wednesday Retrograde Mercury semisquare Venus: Communications are more problematic today, and some may be
rethinking their recent forthrightness. Mars sesquiquadrate Saturn: Our
own conscience or pressure from others may stall forward motion, giving
us the opportunity to consider the longer-term ramifications of our
actions. Thursday Venus square Neptune: Idealizing a relationship or a financial investment can cause problems and disillusionment. Venus sextile Jupiter: This aspect supports an open
exchange of ideas within relationships. Friday Full Moon/Lunar Eclipse: The
Moon reaches fullness at 10:33 a.m. PDT. It is accompanied by a
penumbral Lunar Eclipse, which is very subtle visually. Those who view
the eclipse may see only a slight darkening of the Moon's surface. It
will be most visible in parts of Asia and Australia. Saturday No major aspects are exact today. Sunday Venus enters Cancer: While
Venus transits the sign of The Crab, from May 7 to June 3, we are more
aware of a need for comfort and security in relationships.
During these weeks, home is where the heart is, and the heart is most
happy at home. Venus quincunx Pluto: Trust could be an issue today, and some may feel protective or defensive if challenged. WEBINAR ANNOUNCEMENT
A QUICKENING The Quantum Shift Gains Momentum Astrological Guidance for May-August 2023 With astrologer Pam Younghans and moderator Elsie Kerns Airing Live and Recorded on May 4, 2023 4 pm PDT | 5 pm MDT | 6 pm CDT | 7 pm EDT | 11 pm UT 75-minute class | $27 USD To Register: https://events.humanitix.com/a-quickening THE 2020 JUPITER-PLUTO ALIGNMENT
in Capricorn was one of the primary astrological events of that
life-changing year. Jupiter is the Great Magnifier and Pluto is the
Catalyst of Transformation. When these two planets interact, major
shifts occur! Under
the influence of that 2020 conjunction, most of
the world’s governments (Capricorn) declared that major new systems and
controls were needed to manage problems that were manifesting at the
time. These controls (Pluto) were expansive and all-encompassing
(Jupiter). FAST FORWARD
three years to 2023. Pluto is now in progressive Aquarius and Jupiter
will make ingress into practical Taurus on May 16. The very next day,
the
two planets will be exactly square, catalyzing the “next step” in a
process that began in 2020. With this aspect, traditional belief systems
will be challenged, requiring a profound shift in perspective. This
theme will be powerfully activated by Mars throughout the last half of
May, and again by other planets in the weeks that follow. Several
other events will also accelerate this year's “quantum shift”: a
life-altering Scorpio Lunar Eclipse in May, a shift in our cosmic
directives when the North Node enters Aries
mid-July, and the challenge to our evolutionary progress when Pluto is
at the "north bending" of the nodal axis in late July. Added to this,
five planets (Saturn, Chiron, Neptune, Uranus, and Pluto) all station
retrograde during this four-month period, adding their energies to the
"Quickening." During
this class, astrologer Pam Younghans will talk about each of these
planetary events and share her insights into their effects. She will
also go over each week of the four-month period to explain when specific
challenges and
opportunities will present themselves. I HOPE YOU CAN JOIN US! This
webinar is for everyone, whether you are a newcomer to astrology or
have spent years in study. Before the class airs, you will receive
aspect calendars for May-August so that you can use them for notetaking.
And if you’re not able to attend live, no worries! Everyone who
registers will receive links to the replay and all support materials
within 24
hours after the class airs. When you register, please note that
all follow-up emails will come from Humantix Orders (order@humanitix.com). Humantix is a ticketing platform that donates 100% of its profits back to the community to provide a brighter future for disadvantaged kids. QUESTIONS? For
questions about registration or payment options, or to pay by PayPal or
check, please contact moderator Elsie Kerns. You can email her at elsie@wellnesswithelsie.com or call 856.988.7426 (Eastern Time Zone).
IF YOUR BIRTHDAY IS THIS WEEK: You
may feel a strong need to break free from restrictions this year, and
yet there could be some delays in implementing your plans. If this
occurs, consider it an opportunity to spend more time in introspection,
understanding what your core values are and how they may be
best honored by your life choices. Keeping a journal or even jotting
your thoughts down on post-it notes can help you sort through your
options. This is a good year to try new experiences and to be open to
alternative ideas and information sources. If you feel drawn to embark
on a new life journey, be sure to include more than one possible route
in your itinerary, since your self-understanding and ideas of what you
want may continue to shift throughout the year. (Solar Return Sun
conjunct retrograde Mercury, semisquare Venus, conjunct Uranus) In peace and with gratitude, Pam For a recording and non-English versions of this Journal,
please click HERE. New issues will be posted by 9 p.m. Pacific Time on Sundays. NorthPoint Journal © 2023 Pam Younghans. All Rights Reserved.
Planetary Aspects This
Week All times listed are Pacific Daylight Time. For
Greenwich Mean Time, add 7 hours. MON: Retrograde Mercury semisquare Neptune, Pluto stations retrograde, Sun conjunct retrograde
Mercury TUE: Sun semisquare Neptune, Venus sextile Eris WED: Retrograde Mercury semisquare Venus, Mars sesquiquadrate Saturn THU: Venus square Neptune, Venus sextile Jupiter FRI: Full Moon/Penumbral Lunar Eclipse 10:33 a.m.
PDT SAT: No major aspects are exact today SUN: Venus enters Cancer, Venus quincunx Pluto
ABOUT THIS JOURNAL: Astrologer Pam Younghans writes this weekly NorthPoint Journal
based on planetary influences and insights received. Her intention is
to
bring astrology "down to earth" in a way that will help readers navigate
current energies, while also utilizing these energies for spiritual and
personal growth. Feel free to share this NorthPoint Journal with others who may enjoy it! Please forward it in its entirety, including all contact and copyright information. NorthPoint Journal copyright 2023 Pam Younghans. All Rights Reserved. DISCLAIMER:
This NorthPoint Journal is not intended to replace the need for
qualified healthcare, mental health, legal, or spiritual consultations.
No guarantees, implied warranties, or assurances of any kind are given,
and as such, Pam Younghans will not be responsible for any
interpretation made or used by the recipient of the information and
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