tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-12997315036671634242024-02-20T09:48:58.201-08:00Live and Learn AstrologySharing my knowledge, insight and personal journey of living, learning and parenting with AstrologyLive and Learn Astrologyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02591664784736247998noreply@blogger.comBlogger47125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1299731503667163424.post-12060671926087942822019-05-04T08:00:00.000-07:002019-05-06T11:18:26.990-07:00Building Lasting Love<div style="text-align: left;">
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<span style="font-family: "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif; font-size: 17px;">We are in Taurus season now and the focus shifts to the dedication to and slow build of love and what determines our version of true happiness, fulfillment and a good life. And because Venus is the ruling planet of Taurus, this is primarily about relationships.</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: 17px;"><br />And this is one of the major areas I believe Astrology can best serve us. I believe Astrology can improve relationships and marriages, possibly even save them.</span><span style="font-size: 17px;"><br /></span></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: 17px;">So as I looked at this months energies and transits, I recalled a lunch I had with an old friend who had been recently through a tough divorce. He was feeling really low because he truly loved his wife and was blind-sided by her desire to leave the marriage. He told me he read a book his therapist had recommended called, </span><span style="font-size: 17px;"><a href="https://www.amazon.com/Love-Languages-Secret-that-Lasts/dp/080241270X/ref=pd_sim_14_1/146-2111876-6169518?_encoding=UTF8&pd_rd_i=080241270X&pd_rd_r=91394166-66ab-11e9-b421-cdcde3290510&pd_rd_w=KSMAP&pd_rd_wg=hnOBL&pf_rd_p=90485860-83e9-4fd9-b838-b28a9b7fda30&pf_rd_r=23SZ2WSVHHCAE9QJTSPB&psc=1&refRID=23SZ2WSVHHCAE9QJTSPB">“5 Love Languages, The Secret to Love that Lasts” by Gary Chapman</a></span><span style="font-size: 17px;">. He immediately realized what caused the marriage to fail and said if he had read this book sooner it may have made a difference.<br /><br />My curiosity was naturally peaked! And I of course wanted to see if I could determine the love language by looking at the Natal chart.<br /><br />I started by revisiting a blog post I wrote in February for Valentine’s Day called,<a href="http://dualityandbeyond.blogspot.com/2019/02/how-do-i-love-thee-let-me-look-at-chart.html"> </a></span><a href="http://dualityandbeyond.blogspot.com/2019/02/how-do-i-love-thee-let-me-look-at-chart.html">“How Do I Love Thee, Let Me Look at The Chart”</a><span style="font-size: 17px;"> where I offer some possibilities for where to find these insights. And now I am looking again to see if I can further identify and match the appropriate love language through Dr. Chapman’s approach. It’s seems pretty compatible so far.<br /><br />Dr. Chapman says that psychologists have concluded that the need to feel loved is a primary human emotional need. No doubt! And through his research he determined there are 5 languages of love or ways we can best have our emotional love tanks filled.</span><br /><br /><span style="font-size: 17px;">They are: Physical Touch, Words of Affirmation, Quality Time, Gifts, and Acts of Service. I know what your thinking, they are all important. Agreed. But Dr. Chapman says that we each have one that dominates more than the others. And after reading the book I do agree.</span><br /><br /><span style="font-size: 17px;">We can be bilingual, and considering the key to building lasting love is being able to speak your partners language, speaking more than one is very helpful. Hopefully it’s your partners so you don’t have to learn another one. Because as we know, learning a new language, especially as an adult, is not easy.</span><br /><br /><span style="font-size: 17px;">Now he also states that there are various dialects of each language that add different nuances to them. And this is where I think Astrology can help.</span><br /><br /><span style="font-size: 17px;">I realized that my language is Quality Time, but because I am a strong Air person, (4th house Libra Moon/Pluto and Sun/Mercury in Aquarius in the 8th house), the kind of quality time I specifically need is meaningful conversation. I very much appreciate physically being present together and touch along with words of affirmation are also very important, but that emotional connection through deeper sharing of thoughts, ideas, and feelings really fills my tank.</span><br /><br /><span style="font-size: 17px;">We are complex beings and the way we love and what we require to feel love is built and based on many things. It’s not just about our unique approach to love by nature. It’s also influenced by how we were shown love as children, or not.</span><br /><br /><span style="font-size: 17px;">And speaking of children, I am reading the book he wrote on the 5 love languages for children as well. And at the heart of it, our children also have a dominant language by nature, but they ultimately speak all of them to various degrees as well. And the note for parents is that they will have much better odds of having success in relationships when they grow up if they learn all of them from a young age.</span><br /><br /><span style="font-size: 17px;">The interesting thing you might find is that the language you speak may not have been the one spoken to you as a child. So you may have “known” you were loved as a child, but may not have “felt loved” in the way you needed to most for emotional fulfillment. And if you’re lucky the person you meet and fall in love with does speak your language, at least to some healthy degree. But if not this can lead to conflict, misunderstandings, accidental hurt and ultimately an unhappy, out of balance relationship.</span><br /><br /><span style="font-size: 17px;">So if you feel your relationship isn't as fulfilling as you'd like, or think it could be, perhaps you aren't loving each other in the most needed love language. </span></span></div>
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<span style="font-size: 17px;"><br /><span style="font-family: "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;">So contemplate and ask yourself these questions.</span><br /><span style="font-family: "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;">Is your Love Tank full?</span><br /><span style="font-family: "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;">Do you feel loved by your partner?</span><br /><span style="font-family: "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;">Do you know if you are filling your partner’s Love Tank?</span><br /><span style="font-family: "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;">Do they feel your love?</span><br /><span style="font-family: "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;">Have you built a solid, high quality life of lasting love, joy and success for yourself, your family and those you love most?</span><br /><br /><span style="font-family: "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;">And whether you choose to look to the planetary energies or a popular self help book, I think the positive results can be the same. I of course feel confident that the same information can be gleaned from the astrology chart and especially point out our unique dialect. However, this great book can also offer me an new language for translating the astrological insight. So I think it's a win win. Very Venus in Taurus! </span><br /><br /><span style="font-family: "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;">Nurturing Astrology, Love + Well Being!</span></span></div>
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<span style="font-size: 17px;"><span style="font-family: "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;">Dominique</span></span></div>
Live and Learn Astrologyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02591664784736247998noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1299731503667163424.post-10120143462743586352019-02-14T09:58:00.000-08:002019-02-14T09:58:04.869-08:00How do I love Thee? Let me look at the chart!<br />
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<span style="color: #222222; font-family: "Arial","sans-serif";"><span style="background: white;"><span style="-webkit-text-stroke-width: 0px; float: none; font-variant-caps: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; orphans: 2; text-align: start; text-decoration-color: initial; text-decoration-style: initial; widows: 2; word-spacing: 0px;">Where do we look in a chart to find love? How we give it. How
we receive it. How we nurture it, for ourselves and in relationship with
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<span style="color: #222222; font-family: "Arial","sans-serif";"><br style="-webkit-text-stroke-width: 0px; font-variant-caps: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; orphans: 2; text-align: start; text-decoration-color: initial; text-decoration-style: initial; widows: 2; word-spacing: 0px;" /></span><span style="color: #222222; font-family: "Arial","sans-serif";"><span style="background: white;"><span style="-webkit-text-stroke-width: 0px; float: none; font-variant-caps: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; orphans: 2; text-align: start; text-decoration-color: initial; text-decoration-style: initial; widows: 2; word-spacing: 0px;">Before I dive really deep into synastry analysis, I like to look to two places
first. The Moon and Venus.</span></span></span><br />
<span style="color: #222222; font-family: "Arial","sans-serif";"><br style="-webkit-text-stroke-width: 0px; font-variant-caps: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; orphans: 2; text-align: start; text-decoration-color: initial; text-decoration-style: initial; widows: 2; word-spacing: 0px;" /></span><span style="color: #222222; font-family: "Arial","sans-serif";"><span style="background: white;"><span style="-webkit-text-stroke-width: 0px; float: none; font-variant-caps: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; orphans: 2; text-align: start; text-decoration-color: initial; text-decoration-style: initial; widows: 2; word-spacing: 0px;">The Moon is our emotions, how we express them and what our
deepest Heart and Soul needs are to feel truly nurtured and love.</span></span></span><br />
<span style="color: #222222; font-family: "Arial","sans-serif";"><br style="-webkit-text-stroke-width: 0px; font-variant-caps: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; orphans: 2; text-align: start; text-decoration-color: initial; text-decoration-style: initial; widows: 2; word-spacing: 0px;" /></span><span style="color: #222222; font-family: "Arial","sans-serif";"><span style="background: white;"><span style="-webkit-text-stroke-width: 0px; float: none; font-variant-caps: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; orphans: 2; text-align: start; text-decoration-color: initial; text-decoration-style: initial; widows: 2; word-spacing: 0px;">And Venus reveals what we desire from a relationship and the
‘things’ and ‘ways’ we show our love to others in a partnership.</span></span></span><br />
<span style="color: #222222; font-family: "Arial","sans-serif";"><br style="-webkit-text-stroke-width: 0px; font-variant-caps: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; orphans: 2; text-align: start; text-decoration-color: initial; text-decoration-style: initial; widows: 2; word-spacing: 0px;" /></span><span style="color: #222222; font-family: "Arial","sans-serif";"><span style="background: white;"><span style="-webkit-text-stroke-width: 0px; float: none; font-variant-caps: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; orphans: 2; text-align: start; text-decoration-color: initial; text-decoration-style: initial; widows: 2; word-spacing: 0px;">Now it’s not that simple of course. The endless other
variables in a Natal star map can reveal how easy or challenging it is to
manifest the kind of love we ultimately seek. And then there is the element of
how our star map aligns with the map of the one we love.</span></span></span><br />
<span style="color: #222222; font-family: "Arial","sans-serif";"><br style="-webkit-text-stroke-width: 0px; font-variant-caps: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; orphans: 2; text-align: start; text-decoration-color: initial; text-decoration-style: initial; widows: 2; word-spacing: 0px;" /></span><span style="color: #222222; font-family: "Arial","sans-serif";"><span style="background: white;"><span style="-webkit-text-stroke-width: 0px; float: none; font-variant-caps: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; orphans: 2; text-align: start; text-decoration-color: initial; text-decoration-style: initial; widows: 2; word-spacing: 0px;">But I believe the basics is always the best place to start
and the insight there can make for a powerful jumping off point. And knowing
this for yourself and your partner can provide you priceless knowledge and tips
on how to navigate together to maintain a growing and fulfilling union.</span></span></span><br />
<span style="color: #222222; font-family: "Arial","sans-serif";"><br style="-webkit-text-stroke-width: 0px; font-variant-caps: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; orphans: 2; text-align: start; text-decoration-color: initial; text-decoration-style: initial; widows: 2; word-spacing: 0px;" /></span><span style="color: #222222; font-family: "Arial","sans-serif";"><span style="background: white;"><span style="-webkit-text-stroke-width: 0px; float: none; font-variant-caps: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; orphans: 2; text-align: start; text-decoration-color: initial; text-decoration-style: initial; widows: 2; word-spacing: 0px;">Let me give you a simplified example from my own life and
marriage. My Moon is in the sign of Libra, which indicates I need (Moon) to be
able to relate (Libra) with and feel understood by my partner, emotionally and
verbally, in order to feel loved. And this allows me to create a loving balance
and harmony in my partnership. My Venus is in Pisces, which indicates I have a
desire (Venus) to connect on a spiritual (Pisces) level with my partner and to
feel appreciated for the unconditional love I offer.</span></span></span><br />
<span style="color: #222222; font-family: "Arial","sans-serif";"><br style="-webkit-text-stroke-width: 0px; font-variant-caps: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; orphans: 2; text-align: start; text-decoration-color: initial; text-decoration-style: initial; widows: 2; word-spacing: 0px;" /></span><span style="color: #222222; font-family: "Arial","sans-serif";"><span style="background: white;"><span style="-webkit-text-stroke-width: 0px; float: none; font-variant-caps: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; orphans: 2; text-align: start; text-decoration-color: initial; text-decoration-style: initial; widows: 2; word-spacing: 0px;">Meanwhile, my husband has a Moon in Capricorn and a Venus in
Leo. So again simplified, he needs to feel like he’s getting and providing
security in a relationship to feel loved. And he desires to be recognized and
appreciated for his hard work and dedication to his partner as he takes great
pride in what he offers.</span></span></span><br />
<span style="color: #222222; font-family: "Arial","sans-serif";"><br style="-webkit-text-stroke-width: 0px; font-variant-caps: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; orphans: 2; text-align: start; text-decoration-color: initial; text-decoration-style: initial; widows: 2; word-spacing: 0px;" /></span><span style="color: #222222; font-family: "Arial","sans-serif";"><span style="background: white;"><span style="-webkit-text-stroke-width: 0px; float: none; font-variant-caps: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; orphans: 2; text-align: start; text-decoration-color: initial; text-decoration-style: initial; widows: 2; word-spacing: 0px;">Now combine these together to see how they might work
together for better or worse. His Moon and my Venus do work in an easy
partnership so we can appreciate what the other brings to the union for sure.</span></span></span><br />
<span style="color: #222222; font-family: "Arial","sans-serif";"><br style="-webkit-text-stroke-width: 0px; font-variant-caps: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; orphans: 2; text-align: start; text-decoration-color: initial; text-decoration-style: initial; widows: 2; word-spacing: 0px;" /></span><span style="color: #222222; font-family: "Arial","sans-serif";"><span style="background: white;"><span style="-webkit-text-stroke-width: 0px; float: none; font-variant-caps: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; orphans: 2; text-align: start; text-decoration-color: initial; text-decoration-style: initial; widows: 2; word-spacing: 0px;">However our Venus' make a minor less complimentary aspect to
one another where an adjustment must be made by both to secure a working
partnership. His fiery Leo Venus can demand more of an active, physical
connection than my watery Pisces Venus which enjoys a more sensitive, emotional
connection. So how do we adjust?</span></span></span><br />
<span style="color: #222222; font-family: "Arial","sans-serif";"><br style="-webkit-text-stroke-width: 0px; font-variant-caps: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; orphans: 2; text-align: start; text-decoration-color: initial; text-decoration-style: initial; widows: 2; word-spacing: 0px;" /></span><span style="color: #222222; font-family: "Arial","sans-serif";"><span style="background: white;"><span style="-webkit-text-stroke-width: 0px; float: none; font-variant-caps: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; orphans: 2; text-align: start; text-decoration-color: initial; text-decoration-style: initial; widows: 2; word-spacing: 0px;">Well first I can look to find where I have some fire that can
spark some "action" in me. And there are many ways this can be done.
I could first look to Mars which is the action planet and see what sign I have
that in. Luckily I have Mars in his natural sign of Aries. Yes! Fire! So this
one of the places my passions can be ignited to meet my partners needs and
desires.</span></span></span><br />
<span style="color: #222222; font-family: "Arial","sans-serif";"><br style="-webkit-text-stroke-width: 0px; font-variant-caps: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; orphans: 2; text-align: start; text-decoration-color: initial; text-decoration-style: initial; widows: 2; word-spacing: 0px;" /></span><span style="color: #222222; font-family: "Arial","sans-serif";"><span style="background: white;"><span style="-webkit-text-stroke-width: 0px; float: none; font-variant-caps: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; orphans: 2; text-align: start; text-decoration-color: initial; text-decoration-style: initial; widows: 2; word-spacing: 0px;">Now while my hubby's Venus is in Leo, his Mars is in Virgo,
although supporting again in being of passionate service to a lover, not the
most sensitive energy we're looking for. However, if we try another approach of
looking at the ruler of Leo, we go to his Cancer Sun. Bingo! Water,
sensitivity, emotional connection!</span></span></span><br />
<span style="color: #222222; font-family: "Arial","sans-serif";"><br style="-webkit-text-stroke-width: 0px; font-variant-caps: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; orphans: 2; text-align: start; text-decoration-color: initial; text-decoration-style: initial; widows: 2; word-spacing: 0px;" /></span><span style="color: #222222; font-family: "Arial","sans-serif";"><span style="background: white;"><span style="-webkit-text-stroke-width: 0px; float: none; font-variant-caps: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; orphans: 2; text-align: start; text-decoration-color: initial; text-decoration-style: initial; widows: 2; word-spacing: 0px;">So with a little effort we can find where and how we can
better nurture our relationship to ensure success and happiness.</span></span></span><br />
<span style="color: #222222; font-family: "Arial","sans-serif";"><br style="-webkit-text-stroke-width: 0px; font-variant-caps: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; orphans: 2; text-align: start; text-decoration-color: initial; text-decoration-style: initial; widows: 2; word-spacing: 0px;" /></span><span style="color: #222222; font-family: "Arial","sans-serif";"><span style="background: white;"><span style="-webkit-text-stroke-width: 0px; float: none; font-variant-caps: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; orphans: 2; text-align: start; text-decoration-color: initial; text-decoration-style: initial; widows: 2; word-spacing: 0px;">In a candied nutshell, there is amazing benefit that can come
through the understanding of our astrological synastry with a partner. And I
can attest to the fact that the knowledge supports marriage in endless ways!</span>
My husband and I will celebrate our 10 year Wedding Anniversary this June and I have
been utilizing Astrology knowledge to support our marriage from the beginning. You can
read more about that in a previous post, <a href="http://dualityandbeyond.blogspot.com/2013/06/marriage-with-stars.html" target="_blank">"Marriage with the Stars"</a>.<br /> </span></span><span style="color: #222222; font-family: "Arial","sans-serif";"><br style="-webkit-text-stroke-width: 0px; font-variant-caps: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; orphans: 2; text-align: start; text-decoration-color: initial; text-decoration-style: initial; widows: 2; word-spacing: 0px;" /></span><span style="color: #222222; font-family: "Arial","sans-serif";"><span style="background: white;"><span style="-webkit-text-stroke-width: 0px; float: none; font-variant-caps: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; orphans: 2; text-align: start; text-decoration-color: initial; text-decoration-style: initial; widows: 2; word-spacing: 0px;">And now of course, relationships, like each of us, and our
charts, are complex and do not come without challenges and issues. Not to
mention the fact that we are each on our own time line of personal growth and
planetary cycle influences. I expand on this in another previous post, <a href="http://dualityandbeyond.blogspot.com/2014/06/what-i-know-now-about-love-marriage.html" target="_blank">"What I Know Now About Love and Marriage"</a>, when both my husband and I were each
going through some tough times in life that were also reveal in our Astrology.</span></span></span><br />
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<span style="background-color: white; color: #222222; font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">I've share a very simple example of how we can look to the chart for compatibility insight and ideas, as well as a couple of throwbacks shares to how I've used Astrology to positively serve my marriage. I hope this will inspire others to consider this amazing resource for themselves.</span><br />
<span style="color: #222222; font-family: "Arial","sans-serif";"><span style="background: white;"><span style="-webkit-text-stroke-width: 0px; float: none; font-variant-caps: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; orphans: 2; text-align: start; text-decoration-color: initial; text-decoration-style: initial; widows: 2; word-spacing: 0px;"><br /></span></span></span>
<span style="color: #222222; font-family: "Arial","sans-serif";"><span style="background: white;"><span style="-webkit-text-stroke-width: 0px; float: none; font-variant-caps: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; orphans: 2; text-align: start; text-decoration-color: initial; text-decoration-style: initial; widows: 2; word-spacing: 0px;">But before and beyond astrology, one key element that is a
MUST for mastering Love in relationship is two people willing and wanting to be
in it!</span></span></span><br />
<span style="color: #222222; font-family: "Arial","sans-serif";"><br style="-webkit-text-stroke-width: 0px; font-variant-caps: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; orphans: 2; text-align: start; text-decoration-color: initial; text-decoration-style: initial; widows: 2; word-spacing: 0px;" /></span><span style="color: #222222; font-family: "Arial","sans-serif";"><span style="background: white;"><span style="-webkit-text-stroke-width: 0px; float: none; font-variant-caps: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; orphans: 2; text-align: start; text-decoration-color: initial; text-decoration-style: initial; widows: 2; word-spacing: 0px;">So once you’ve found a true, committed partner and you wish
to improve and deepen your connection, expand your understanding of one another
and discover priceless insight to support your ever evolving journey together,
Astrology can help!</span></span></span><br />
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<br /><span style="font-size: 17px;">And these conditions in nature are a reflection of the unseen, yet very much felt, energies of our current astrological weather as well.</span><br /><br /><span style="font-size: 17px;">There has certainly been fun and plenty of festivities to enjoy these last couple of months, and at the same time there have been moments of significant emotion, loss, confusion, pain, fear, fighting and frustration.</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: 17px;">Some of this energy has crashed into people's lives forcing major change and some of it has rushed beneath the surface more subtly pushing us to learn, grow and transform.</span><br /><br /><span style="font-size: 17px;">Either way, and whether we believe it or not, it’s all just part of life and it’s all good. </span></div>
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<span style="font-size: 17px;">In this dualistic world in which we reside the reality is there must be fear and danger to overcome in order to be able to experience true joy, love and success.</span><br /><br /><span style="font-size: 17px;">I’ve watched it on a large scale as I've witnessed friends work through the death of a loved ones or the end of a family lineage, to heal and find a renewed sense of purpose. </span></div>
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<span style="font-size: 17px;">And I've watched it on a small scale as I've witnessed my 7 year old son push through his fears to ride the rough river waves on a raft behind a boat and tackle the scary beach surf to learn to boogie board. And in both cases he ended up having the time of his life and gaining major confidence in himself. </span><br /><br /><span style="font-size: 17px;">Now I know this truth doesn't make it easier to deal with, and that kids by nature are less fearful in their exuberant youth and lack of baggage build up. But this is also why children can be our best teachers and offer us the best guidance and reminders. </span></div>
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<span style="font-size: 17px;">Perfect for us as we move through Leo season too.</span><br /><br /><span style="font-size: 17px;">Leo is the 5th sign of the zodiac and rules the 5th house of the tropical astrological mandala. And this sign and house rules children among other things and therefore implies all the characteristics you might think of when you think about a young 7 or 8 year old kid.<br /><br />Playful, fun, excitable, creative, joyful, silly, adventurous, confident, and courageous....to name a few of the best qualities. The shadow side naturally also exists and can manifest in the form of self-centeredness, overconfidence, arrogance, disrespect and disregard.</span><br /><br /><span style="font-size: 17px;">But all of this together is expressed in a pure effort to discover the heart of who we really are, what we really desire, what we want and what we don’t. Sound familiar? That’s because this is the goal for each of us, continuously, as we journey through life, change, grow and evolve.</span><br /><br /><span style="font-size: 17px;">And when the Sun transits Leo, the sign that rules the Sun, this becomes the time to really check in and assess our inner Leo, personal Sun energy, how we shine in our lives and if we are in alignment with our own passions, desires and Self-hood.</span><br /><br /><span style="font-size: 17px;">Well we are getting some powerful universal assists to discover this this summer. </span><br /><br /><span style="font-size: 17px;">We are in the middle of Eclipse season and as I write this we are approaching the Full Moon Total Lunar Eclipse on Friday. The Moon in Aquarius will oppose the Sun in Leo and will pass behind and through Earth's shadow causing us to literally block out the reflected light of the moon. </span></div>
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<br /><span style="font-size: 17px;">We won’t be able to see it here in the West, but we will no doubt feel it. And as we figuratively sit in the dark for what will be the longest Eclipse in a century, our deepest fears can surface to say hello...and goodbye. </span></div>
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<span style="font-size: 17px;">As we wax toward this emotional wave you may already feel them climbing up from the depths.</span><br /><br /><span style="font-size: 17px;">I’ve had a few conversations on this topic already this week with a close friend. We commiserated on how staying patient, hopeful and positive in the face of our fears feels impossible some days, and how challenging it is waiting for years for the universe to send us a clear resounding, "Yes, you are on the right track, you will get there and your dreams will come true. Keep going!"</span><br /><br /><span style="font-size: 17px;">But we also agreed that witnessing our mental and emotional struggle like we do our restless thoughts in meditation, without judgment, and honoring them as part of the honest, ugly, beautiful journey, is also the key to being able to receive that message and reaching our personal goals...eventually. A strong belief in divine timing doesn't hurt either. </span><br /><br /><span style="font-size: 17px;">So as we move through the end of Summer and prepare to head into Fall and harvest time, it's essential that we face the undercurrents of our lives to overcome any doubts, fears, limiting beliefs and personal challenges to be able to step more fully into the truth of who we are on the other side of this eclipse season. </span></div>
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<span style="font-size: 17px;">It's time to assess what we have planted this past Spring, what we have been watering and cultivating this summer, and determine what stays, what goes, what we might wish to plant again next year and what we don't. </span><br /><br /><span style="font-size: 17px;">And we are still in retrograde/reverse/review status on many fronts throughout the month of August. So continue to ride the waves with wonder and joy, while also remembering to surrender to the powerful currents when pulled under and asked to recognize and release some part of ourselves that is blocking the sun from shining through us.<br /><br />And remember that growing up is hard, at any age, but we are all still and always will be, kids at heart. </span></div>
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<span style="font-size: 17px;">Astrology can be super helpful in staying in the flow of life, our lives specifically, and navigating through the ups and downs consciously. It certainly does this for me. It can be especially helpful when we can be aware in advance of serious undercurrents present as there are this summer. </span></div>
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<span style="font-family: ".sfuitext"; font-size: 17pt;">Today is my mother’s birthday. She is a Cancer Sun, Virgo Moon and Aquarius Rising. So family is naturally her number one. All she’s ever done and worked for and the thing that brings her the most joy is her family (Cancer). She is out-going, social and independent and her friends (Aquarius) are also like family to her and she treats them like that, always supporting and being there for them at all times (Virgo), no matter the distance.</span><span style="font-family: ".sfuitext"; font-size: 17pt;"></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: ".sfuitext"; font-size: 17pt;">I am an Aquarius Sun, Cancer Rising and Libra Moon. For most of my life we were often more like friends than mother daughter, always being able to talk about anything and always supporting each other to grow and evolve, even through the tough stuff. And when I became a wife and mother our bond deepened even more through our Cancer connection. Also Virgo rules my 4th house of home, family and roots and my Moon resides there as well. This has always offered us the ability and desire to love each other no matter what, learn from our differences and find real joy in where we connect. </span></div>
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<span style="font-family: ".sfuitext"; font-size: 17pt;">Now every relationship comes with it’s challenges, all with teaching intentions in my opinion, but nevertheless can often be far from perfect.</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: ".sfuitext"; font-size: 17pt;">And so weather you have a great relationship with your mom or a difficult one, either way, discovering where you connect astrologically can totally assist in finding where you have common ground to stand on and reveal areas and places where you can nurture, improve and more fully enjoy your relationship with her, your children and every other important relationship in your life. </span></div>
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<span style="font-family: ".sfuitext"; font-size: 17pt;">I believe our relationship with our mother is at the foundation of the way we nurture and love ourselves and others, for better or worse, and this spills over into every other relationship and area of life. </span></div>
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<span style="font-family: ".sfuitext"; font-size: 17pt;">My experience has been that Astrology first validated the nature of our connection and then living with Astrology in my life continues to support navigating life together in the most healthy ways.</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: ".sfuitext"; font-size: 17pt;">To start to better understand your relationship with your mom using Astrology, you can first look to each of your Sun, Moon and Rising signs and see if there are any similarities. You can also look to the 4th house or where Cancer energy is activated in your chart. This can offer you a jumping off point to begin knowing and nurturing each other on a whole deeper level. </span></div>
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<span style="font-family: ".sfuitext"; font-size: 17pt;">Today I honor her, our relationship, all she's done for me and our family and all she's taught me about life and love...especially through her overcoming her own challenges and experiences. </span><br />
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<span style="font-family: ".sfuitext"; font-size: 17pt;">And may this maybe inspire you to look to how living with Astrology can nurture your life and relationships too... especially the one with mom. </span></div>
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Sun and I am about to turn 46. I have been studying Astrology and doing readings
for people for more than a decade now. And when I explain to clients about
their Sun sign, I describe it as the overall essence of the personality, but is really more about who
we are "becoming" in this life. </span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Myriad Pro","sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt; mso-bidi-font-family: Gautami;">The Natal chart shows us the map or
terrain we must travel and navigate throughout life to reach wholeness in life and
complete integration with our Sun. It will
reveal our emotional approach to life, what we most need and want and why, what
we are afraid of an why, what we do or don't do to grow and why, and all the gifts,
good qualities and challenging experiences we will have to face, use, work with and
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<span style="font-family: Myriad Pro, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: 12pt;">So in essence life is a journey of discovering
who we uniquely are (</span>Aquarius<span style="font-size: 12pt;">) and the Sun sign can reveal the "spotlight" we must step
into to become who we are truly meant to be and to feel ultimate freedom and fulfillment
within and out in the world to be just that. <o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Myriad Pro","sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt; mso-bidi-font-family: Gautami;">But have you ever read about your Sun sign and felt like it didn't really make total sense or feel fully accurate? When I was a young girl I had a poster on the
wall in my room that listed a ton of characteristics of an Aquarius Sun. And I
remember relating to many of them, but many of them I did not vibe with at all.
This was way before I knew there was so much beyond Sun sign Astrology. But
I pondered it for a long time until I did. <o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Myriad Pro, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: 12pt;">Aquarius's are "typically" independent,
freedom loving, open, </span>accepting<span style="font-size: 12pt;">, friendly, fun and enjoys being a part of a group. Sure I
could get behind that. But then there was, unconventional, eccentric, weird,
aloof, cold, a know it all... what? That wasn't me! Or was it? <o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Myriad Pro","sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt; mso-bidi-font-family: Gautami;">In early childhood, I remember struggling to feel
like I fit in anywhere. I had friends but I didn't always fit into whatever
group they were a part of. I remember loving to dance, but not feeling like I
fit into a dance class. So I would just have my friends teach me the moves they
learned in class and then we would build on those together and make up our own
dances. <o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Myriad Pro","sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt; mso-bidi-font-family: Gautami;">And I remember in elementary school having some
friends who started a "tom-boy" club, which I was, but I wasn't
allowed to be in it because I liked to wear dresses. So that really hurt at the
time and made me feel judged, too "different", or not good enough to
be a part of the group. <o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Myriad Pro","sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt; mso-bidi-font-family: Gautami;">Throughout my life I have always maintained an
eclectic group of friends. In high school I was friends with kids from all different
groups, cheerleaders and athletes, to skaters and drama class kids, from the top
of the class to the bottom, the ones who seemed to "fit in" and
the ones who didn't. And I had a huge graduation party where ALL these friends
came together and it was the first time I really witnessed my own ability to
bring people together, regardless of differences and how much I really
appreciated what knowing each of them brought to my life. They brought a sense
of freedom for me to be MYSELF. <o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Myriad Pro, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: 12pt;">I have always maintained a "live and let
live" philosophy and always consciously done my best to not judge. I think
this is very in line with the Aquarian nature. I realize now I hand picked my friends because I
didn't always feel like I fit into any one group and wanted the freedom to just
be me without any judgment from others and create my own unique group that I felt </span>accepted, loved<span style="font-size: 12pt;"> and whole in. <o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Myriad Pro","sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt; mso-bidi-font-family: Gautami;">There is a saying too that Aquarians love
humanity but hate people. And when I first heard it I was like, that's not
true! But once I really sat with it, I was like, yeah I get that. Because as a
whole I have to believe that people are innately good and kind at the core, or
can change to become better, but it certainly isn't the reality of life
experience by any means. So I think it is necessary to be selective about who I
surround myself with and they don't have to be just like me, they just have to
accept me for who I am. So I suppose that could be considered cold and I guess
I could come off aloof at times if I don't feel accepted by someone. <o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Myriad Pro","sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt; mso-bidi-font-family: Gautami;">And I'd have to say embracing the "unconventional"
or "eccentric" part of myself has certainly been through my path of
becoming an Astrologer of all things. Not conventional, probably weird to many
and often puts me in a place of unavoidable judgment, which is hard and uncomfortable.
<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Myriad Pro","sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt; mso-bidi-font-family: Gautami;">But all these years later, in hindsight, I can
see my evolution towards my Sun sign and how I have and am still growing to appreciate
all of it as part of the whole of me. I also recognize with the full understanding
of my Natal chart why my path to this place takes me in the direction it does. </span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Myriad Pro, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: 12pt;">The </span>journey to "knowing thy Self",<span style="font-size: 12pt;"> is not a straight shot to the top, it is a spiral staircase. And no one has all
the answers until we cross over, and even that is only a belief that keeps us
on the hopeful journey, it isn't a knowing. And </span>Aquarians'<span style="font-size: 12pt;"> want to know! But
nevertheless we take one cautious step at a time up our personal stairway to ultimate
truth, freedom, joy, fulfillment and love...to our personal "heaven".<o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Myriad Pro","sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt; mso-bidi-font-family: Gautami;">And even if you are not an Aquarius Sun like me, this still applies to you too. We are
each a unique combination of the entire Zodiacal energies, so you do have Aquarius
energy within you. And where this is for you in your Natal Chart or what planets may be working in
this sign, can reveal how you approach discovering your unique self, the groups
and people that you surround yourself with to support your journey toward your
Sun and how you break free from an limits or conventions that keep you from
reaching Self-actualization, personal fulfillment and becoming a whole piece
within the human puzzle. <o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Myriad Pro, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: 12pt;">Over the course of my life so far as an Aquarius
Sun, I have come to realize that I can NEVER go wrong by being authentically
who I am. If I know one thing for sure from my personal growth journey and life
experience it's that.</span><span style="font-size: 12pt;"> If I am in alignment with and confident in who I am, I will ALWAYS end up where I am suppose to be, bring in the right relationships,
the right friends, the right clients, the right jobs and all the best and
highest good for my life. And with my understanding of Astrology I think</span></span><span style="font-family: "Myriad Pro", sans-serif;"> it's the golden key for all the Signs and each of us.</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Myriad Pro","sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt; mso-bidi-font-family: Gautami;">So during Aquarius season, explore where you are
on your unique journey, who you've become so far, who
you really want to be and why you're not there yet. Ask yourself these big questions
and don't be afraid of the answers. As cliche as it sounds, the truth will set you free! Free to be YOU...and step more fully into your Sun! <o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Myriad Pro","sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt; mso-bidi-font-family: Gautami;">I'll leave you with my favorite saying that
I feel really inspires walking the path to "Becoming" our unique selves and
stepping into our Sun. </span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Myriad Pro","sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt; mso-bidi-font-family: Gautami;">BE YOU! THE WORLD
WILL ADJUST! </span></div>
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Live and Learn Astrologyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02591664784736247998noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1299731503667163424.post-17455849495669908422017-09-26T13:32:00.000-07:002017-09-26T13:32:00.362-07:00Virgo/Libra - Embodying Balance<div class="MsoNormal">
<a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgRFZAZsFL7BTtNbL7GYfmV14bUXGOeZdSkAMGSVU8jvl1v4f6zt0IR4j0VDoSj4drN09_0FQQg-u4FJlpwfDmusZIXCcWT8d3WWOWlV-hGbQoygmWUbRK0qI4kkfPzMJOG10qt8eUY2YPO/s1600/teach-me-balance.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="clear: right; float: right; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-left: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="565" data-original-width="849" height="265" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgRFZAZsFL7BTtNbL7GYfmV14bUXGOeZdSkAMGSVU8jvl1v4f6zt0IR4j0VDoSj4drN09_0FQQg-u4FJlpwfDmusZIXCcWT8d3WWOWlV-hGbQoygmWUbRK0qI4kkfPzMJOG10qt8eUY2YPO/s400/teach-me-balance.jpg" width="400" /></a><span style="font-size: 12.0pt; line-height: 115%; mso-bidi-font-family: "Times New Roman"; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman";"><span style="font-family: "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;">The Sun and the personal
planets making their way through the service sign of Virgo this past month
naturally put the focus on our health, daily routines, practical approach to work and
duties, as well as, our spiritual practices for personal growth. And with
Mercury as the ruling planet it also inspired questions of how, where and who
are we serving and is there a built in balance.<o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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<span style="font-size: 12.0pt; line-height: 115%; mso-bidi-font-family: "Times New Roman"; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman";"><span style="font-family: "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;">So for many, September has really been a slow
yet soulful month of working to connect to our bodies and daily lives in a more mindful,
healing, helpful and purposeful way. <o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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<span style="font-size: 12.0pt; line-height: 115%; mso-bidi-font-family: "Times New Roman"; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman";"><span style="font-family: "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;">I personally have
been taking actions to prioritize my day to ensure there is a healthy balance
between my inner service and my outer service. I am also making a conscious
effort to shift my attitude and perspective to discover more enchantment and
joy in doing that which I <i>must</i> do
each day. <o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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<span style="font-size: 12.0pt; line-height: 115%; mso-bidi-font-family: "Times New Roman"; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman";"><span style="font-family: "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;">Through my Soul work
I have been also working on embodiment and specifically the embodiment of the
planets as they rule each day of the week, their teachings and energies, and
how they support and uniquely take shape within me. This can be done in many ways, like
wearing certain colors, gemstones, doing certain things on the day or simply
meditating on the energies. And actually getting out under the planets and
stars at night really makes an impact. Click
<a href="https://www.elephantjournal.com/2016/04/the-magic-number-color-energy-meaning-behind-each-day-of-the-week/" target="_blank">HERE</a> for an article on the energies and meanings of each day of the week if
you're interested in trying some embodiment work for yourself. <o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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<span style="font-size: 12.0pt; line-height: 115%; mso-bidi-font-family: "Times New Roman"; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman";"><span style="font-family: "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;">It's very good to be
aware of the current planetary cycles and how they are a<i>ffecting</i> your chart, however, implementing ways of discovering how these energies
manifest within your body can be key to not only expanding your understanding
of Astrology and what's happening universally, but also provides a new depth of
knowing exactly what, where and who enriches your daily experience...and what,
where and who doesn't. <o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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<span style="font-size: 12.0pt; line-height: 115%; mso-bidi-font-family: "Times New Roman"; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman";"><span style="font-family: "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;">Let's face it, life
is a day in and day out process of survival, service and soul seeking. So if we
can build a steadfast practice for good health, fair and orderly offerings and being
in complete communion with nature, our environment and community, how could it
not lead to more ease, joy, gratitude and happiness? I think this is the bridge
from Virgo into Libra land and creating true peace, harmony and balance within
and with others. <o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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<span style="font-size: 12.0pt; line-height: 115%; mso-bidi-font-family: "Times New Roman"; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman";"><span style="font-family: "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;">The Sun has shifted
into Libra and the personal planets will slowly fall in line to add their
insight, support and motivation to take the next steps in the this year's
journey through the zodiac, and hopefully our upward spiral of evolution. Libra
energy is much lighter, gentler and gracious in its effort to guide us into positive,
peaceful relations with others. And that begins with a realistic understanding and
honest acceptance of Self, which is what Virgo offers us first. <o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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<span style="font-size: 12.0pt; line-height: 115%; mso-bidi-font-family: "Times New Roman"; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman";"><span style="font-family: "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;">So taking advantage
of what the universal energies are offering, and </span></span><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 16px;">with the further awakening to its importance for maintaining the energy, vitality, ease, joy and comfort I seek to survive and thrive, </span><span style="font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;">I am beginning to build a
dedication to taking better care of myself. </span></div>
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<span style="font-size: 12.0pt; line-height: 115%; mso-bidi-font-family: "Times New Roman"; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman";"><span style="font-family: "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;">Physically, because I
am not getting any young and I want to stick around and enjoy as much of this
life and my child's life as possible. Eating better, scheduling in simple
yet regular exercise and daily mediation has been very helpful for me on this
front. <o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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<span style="font-size: 12.0pt; line-height: 115%; mso-bidi-font-family: "Times New Roman"; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman";"><span style="font-family: "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;">Mentally; because I can
often block my own success by over analyzing what I know or don't know, instead
of fully embracing the student of life that I love being and allowing that to continuously
enliven my work and sharpen my professional skills. Releasing the pressure of
time, expectations, worry and other societal ideals or projected
judgments about what qualifies anyone for anything has proven valuable
here. <o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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<span style="font-size: 12.0pt; line-height: 115%; mso-bidi-font-family: "Times New Roman"; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman";"><span style="font-family: "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;">Emotionally, because avoiding
being vulnerable and not staying connected to my heart keeps me detached from
knowing what I need on a soul level to truly anchor in and feel love. Meditation
and Moon journaling has been a nice way to maintain a daily connection to my
emotions. <o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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<span style="font-size: 12.0pt; line-height: 115%; mso-bidi-font-family: "Times New Roman"; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman";"><span style="font-family: "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;">Also, I've been
taking stock and showing gratitude for all that I already have that supports me
on my unique path every day. I am a natural nurturer (Cancer rising, Moon in
Libra in the 4th house ruled by Cancer) and I do everything for my family
and the people I love, but they also provide me with a very special purpose and
a freedom to pursue and be who I am at all times. They've got it good and so do
I. <o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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<span style="font-size: 12.0pt; line-height: 115%; mso-bidi-font-family: "Times New Roman"; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman";"><span style="font-family: "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;">I have Virgo on the
4th house cusp too, meaning that being dedicated to and having a daily practice
of loving myself and taking care of myself is essential to my ability to take
care of the others I love. Organizing my day in this new way has already revealed
its benefits and therefore I feel even more motivated to stay committed to my
new routine. <o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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<span style="line-height: 115%;"><span style="font-family: "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: 12pt;">And as I further
evolve, enrich and enhance my life through a balance in service from the inside
out, I feel more at peace, and in harmony with myself and in my connections
with others. And a large part of being able to embrace my Libra energy has come
from working to really embody the energy of Virgo, beginning to answer the questions it's
ruling planet Mercury calls us to ask, and </span>re-framing<span style="font-size: 12pt;"> how these energies
manifest in my chart and even more deeply in my heart. <o:p></o:p></span></span></span></div>
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intention is to be of service and Libra promotes sharing as caring. </span>So after consciously rooting into the
practical, grounding force of Virgo and experiencing the benefits for myself,<span style="font-size: 12.0pt; line-height: 115%; mso-bidi-font-family: "Times New Roman"; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman";"> I thought I might share my <i>Live and Learn Astrology</i> story of
the month in the hopes that it might help or inspire someone else on their path to <i>Embodying Balance</i>.</span> </span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;">Astrology Love & Light</span></div>
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Live and Learn Astrologyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02591664784736247998noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1299731503667163424.post-49789956891672498382017-08-26T08:21:00.000-07:002017-08-26T08:21:50.540-07:00Eclipse Recovery - Time for some R&R<table cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="float: right; margin-left: 1em; text-align: right;"><tbody>
<tr><td style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgzo20wzBVJbyGKv11HdFbQvEd2SGWH_thpkYP9_hAtit4Uz22jb-WlszwmNjUR6T7QLqUEK8gYQzdR8R0NriCWstCYC4Eb8DpTjOaODBFrekfqgHdsUyPAh_EvTNutZ5vN857Ai_JSQa_f/s1600/NASA-Eclipse-2017-Live--990x696.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="clear: right; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><img border="0" data-original-height="696" data-original-width="990" height="224" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgzo20wzBVJbyGKv11HdFbQvEd2SGWH_thpkYP9_hAtit4Uz22jb-WlszwmNjUR6T7QLqUEK8gYQzdR8R0NriCWstCYC4Eb8DpTjOaODBFrekfqgHdsUyPAh_EvTNutZ5vN857Ai_JSQa_f/s320/NASA-Eclipse-2017-Live--990x696.jpg" width="320" /></a></td></tr>
<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Total Solar Eclipse 2017 - NASA</td></tr>
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<strong><span style="font-weight: normal;"><span style="font-family: "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;">August has been a BIG month to say the least! </span></span></strong></div>
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<strong><span style="font-weight: normal;"><span style="font-family: "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;">So
many people talked about how there would be life before the eclipse
and life after. Well, it may appear on the outside that not much has changed
(yet), and I don't know about you, but EVERYTHING seems to have shifted on the
inside for me, and so many others I know and have spoken to. I'm still
integrating it all but I'm super excited about the future because of all I am
discovering. </span></span></strong></div>
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healers, teachers and light workers all saying it is important to not rush
right back into life after this amazing event we all experienced
on Aug 21st. So staying still, reflective and contemplative for a
while longer will allow for a deeper integration in the most positive ways. A few good things you could do are; take quiet walks in nature, meditate, journal and stay conscious of the emotions, thoughts and situations that are surfacing.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;">This quiet time allowed me to
sit in meditation more often and reflect on my personal path and potential
going forward. And also to address my shadow side that quietly inhibits my growth from the background.
That self sabotaging has to be fully recognized and released </span><strong><span style="font-family: "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;"><span style="font-weight: normal;">so I can honestly discover my best way forward</span></span></strong><strong><span style="font-family: "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;"><span style="font-weight: normal;">. Hey, a couple more R's for you! </span></span></strong></div>
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looking back at the list, surprisingly, yet NOT, it directly points to my own Astrology. So I included that note for each and how it manifests for me, which will also support another point I'll make soon.<o:p></o:p></span></span></strong></div>
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<strong><span style="font-weight: normal;"><span style="font-family: "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;">1. There is room for my unique voice, skills and talents in the collective
and my words matter, can heal, serve and deeply impact others. <o:p></o:p></span></span></strong></div>
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unfairly and/or rejected, and being vulnerable feels life threatening at times.
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insecurity and fear of being misunderstood and abandoned if I share myself and
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that success and abundance are luxuries I can never afford without
challenge and struggle) #Iwantadivorce</span></strong></li>
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yet being a wife and mother are the very roles that motivate, support and
inspire me to do exactly what I want to do to be more of service in the world.</span></span></strong></div>
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in Sagittarius in my 6th house. (I'm often overwhelmed with uncertainty in my
career direction, while being extremely motivated in my daily life to travel my own personal growth journey and to serve,
teach, inspire and love unconditionally those close to me that I can trust and
I know love and appreciate me already.)</span></span></strong></li>
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<strong><span style="font-family: "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;"><span style="font-weight: normal;">Pretty crazy how that little list came together and I even had moments of
laughter as I was writing my Astrology interpretations of each point. It was
like, yeah, that's me duh! Haha! So those earlier spontaneous R's that came up,
</span><i>Recognize and Release, </i><span style="font-weight: normal;">I guess weren't so random after all. Thank you! Got
it!</span></span></strong><br />
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<strong><span style="font-family: "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;"><span style="font-weight: normal;">And as I awaken more to my own vulnerability and realize the
courage it actually brings in, I feel inspired to review how I conduct myself in
my life with others, how I share myself and how I can integrate and create a
new personal practice for myself that can improve and progress my life and work in a
more authentic and successful direction. <o:p></o:p></span></span></strong></div>
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<strong><span style="font-family: "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;"><span style="font-weight: normal;">So once you have discovered some of your own truths through this universal growth offering, given to each of us this month, I hope you can focus them in the direction of expressing your own unique personal power, reaching your highest life purpose and in authentic loving serve to both Self and Other.</span></span></strong></div>
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<strong><span style="font-weight: normal;"><span style="font-family: "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;">As we wrap up and end August and begin September in Mercury Retrograde,
all the R words are RE-visited and can become RE-framed with RE-newed intention.<o:p></o:p></span></span></strong></div>
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for me is Astrology. </span></span></strong></div>
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<strong><span style="font-weight: normal;"><span style="font-family: "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;">Astrology is my primary, however unconventional it may be,
most valuable tool for self-discovery. And it assists me in all facets of my life; learning about others, exploring the happenings in the world, evolving in my own life, living more consciously, loving more honestly, </span></span></strong><strong><span style="font-weight: normal;"><span style="font-family: "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;">parenting my son more confidently and</span></span></strong><strong><span style="font-weight: normal;"><span style="font-family: "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;"> teaching others what I know through experience and study. It has really brought it all together for me and allowed me to
understand all the parts of myself and how the energies of the planets
constantly moving around me serve to keep me always learning and transforming,
which I find vital in this life. And in true Aquarius fashion, therefore
reveals more clearly, and inspires more courage within me to travel in the
direction I'm called to go. And I will honor this call. </span></span></strong></div>
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portal during eclipse season, I took part in a transforming event called, The
Global Eclipse Meditation Series hosted by <a href="http://www.astrologyhub.com/" target="_blank">Astrology Hub</a>. </span></span></strong></div>
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<strong><span style="font-weight: normal;"><span style="font-family: "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;">Amanda Pua Walsh, founder and CEO, put
together an amazing line up of speakers, teachers, healers, shaman,
Astrologers and meditations, over a 14 day period between eclipses, that
brought together over 14 thousand souls from around the world to anchor
themselves in love and with others to help support and navigate each of us and
our planet through this eclipse portal. It was a true experience of shadow work and awakening into the Light within and around
us all. </span></span></strong></div>
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<strong><span style="font-weight: normal;"><span style="font-family: "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;">It was priceless, not to mention is was all done in non-profit support of a foundation called <a href="http://ivychild.org/" target="_blank">Ivy Child</a>, which teachers children around the world mindfulness and meditation. It was and continues to be a very special community to be a part of and has
been key to my own evolutionary journey.<o:p></o:p></span></span></strong></div>
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<strong><span style="font-weight: normal;"><span style="font-family: "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;">Joining this group has opened me up to a global network of like minds and
hopeful humans that have made me feel more relevant, reinvigorated, less alone
and more encouraged to shine my own light, in my own way, unapologetically and
without expectation or fear.(and I still get a lump in my throat when I say that, #stillintegrating) <o:p></o:p></span></span></strong></div>
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<span style="font-family: "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;">And I have SO MUCH gratitude to all those who love me, support me and
have connected with me, long ago and just recently. I have been and will always be humbled and encouraged
to hear that my readings, newsletters, posts and shares serve, support and encourage you
on your path. We really are all in this
together and we all need each other to make it through this life. It's my intention and wish to be able to help myself and others to do this with even more consciousness,
compassion, acceptance and love. <o:p></o:p></span></div>
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Recovery! Stay tuned for my September newsletter and a lot more from this newly
inspired and freshly guided Astrologer. ;) <o:p></o:p></span></span></strong></div>
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information gathering and exchanging, perception, conscious awareness, as well
as siblings, local community.<br /> </span></span><span style="font-family: "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: 12.0pt; mso-bidi-font-family: "Times New Roman"; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman";"><br /></span></span><span style="font-family: "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: 12.0pt; mso-bidi-font-family: "Times New Roman"; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman";">
Understanding your child’s Mercury will allow you to better support them in
their education as well as navigating the differences between themselves, their
siblings and classmates as they grow up. It also provides parents an awareness
of how to nurture positive communication, problem solving and personal
expression.</span></span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: 12.0pt; mso-bidi-font-family: "Times New Roman"; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman";">I read a fantastic book called </span><span style="color: blue; font-size: 12.0pt;">"<a href="https://www.amazon.com/They-Learn-Cynthia-Ulrich-Tobias-ebook/dp/B00DOBWCPI/ref=sr_1_1?s=books&ie=UTF8&qid=1493849289&sr=1-1&keywords=the+way+they+learn+by+cynthia+ulrich+tobias" target="_blank">The Way They Learn -How to discover and teach to your child's strengths", by Cynthia UlichTobias.</a></span><span id="goog_659162007"></span><a href="https://www.blogger.com/"></a><span id="goog_659162008"></span><span style="font-size: 12.0pt; mso-bidi-font-family: "Times New Roman"; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman";"> It's great how she simply breaks down
the different ways we all learn and guides you to specifying this for your own
child. </span></span><br />
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direct correlation to the energy and archetype of the planet Mercury. So I've
begun exploring it!<o:p></o:p></span></span><br />
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called our perception. Perceptions shape what we think, how we make decisions,
and how we define what's important to us. Our individual perceptions also
determine our natural learning strengths, or "learning styles".</span></span><br />
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Sounds like Mercury to me!</span></span><br />
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Now Ulich first notes another researcher, Dr. Anthony F. Gregorc, and his model
of learning styles which are two basic points of view for how our minds
perceive and understand information. The two perceptual qualities that each
mind possesses are <b>Concrete Perception</b> and <b>Abstract Perception</b>.</span></span><br />
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touch, taste and hearing. The senses deal with the tangible, obvious, here and
now. "It is what it is". This speaks right to how Mercury
manifests in our Earth and Air signs; Taurus, Gemini, Virgo, Libra, Capricorn
and Aquarius.</span></span><br />
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intellect and imagination. This quality allows one to conceive ideas,
understand or believe what can't actually be seen. "It's not always what
it seems." This speaks right to how Mercury manifests in our Water and
Fire signs; Aries, Cancer, Leo, Scorpio, Sagittarius and Pisces.</span></span><br />
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Once information is perceived, what then do we do with it? How do we use what
we know? Gregorc states there are 2 methods for "ordering" what we
know. <b>Sequential</b> and <b>Random</b>.</span></span><br />
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linear fashion using a logical train of thought and a conventional approach.
This quality prefers to have a plan and follow it. "Follow the
steps." Here we see another connection to how Mercury manifests in our
Earth and Air signs which also take this same path.</span></span><br />
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with no particular sequence, can jump around, skip steps and still produce the
desired result. This quality appears impulsive, spontaneous or working without
a clear plan. "Just get it done." Here we see another connection to
how Mercury manifests in our Water and Fire signs which also take this same
path.</span></span><br />
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Now just as no two people's Astrology is the same and Mercury is simply one
piece of each individuals unique and complex personality, no person is only one
learning style. We each have a blend of these learning styles that help point
to our natural strengths and abilities. </span></span><br />
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Mercury we are also describing this same combination based on all the other
parts (planets) and placements (house) of the natal chart and how they respond
to and work with each other (aspects).</span></span><br />
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The planet Mercury is the closest to us and therefore is always traveling
relatively close to the Sun. It is never more than one zodiac sign away from
where the Sun is at any given time. So everyone's Mercury sign is going to
either be the same as your Sun sign or in the sign before or after. For
example, if you are an Aries Sun, your Mercury will either be in Aries, Taurus or
Pisces.</span></span><br />
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Next Gregorc puts these styles together in four combinations:</span></span><br />
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<span style="line-height: 115%;"><span style="font-family: "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;">My hypothesis is that based on the sign of your Mercury and whether is it in
the same sign as your Sun or a neighboring one can also help direct us to our
unique combination. Then when you consider the distance between them, the house
placement and any other planet players influencing through aspect, a deeper
understanding can be found and the strengths, abilities and any challenges may
be uncovered. </span></span><br />
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<span style="line-height: 115%;"><span style="font-family: "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;">My case is proven at first look at my own and my Pisces son's Sun and Mercury.
I am a double Aquarius (Sun/Mercury - Air sign) giving me a foundation CS - Concrete
Sequential learning style, which does pretty much fit the bill for me. And my son is a double Pisces
(Sun/Mercury - Water Sign), giving him an AR - Abstract Random learning style,
which also totally fits him. Crazy! Right!? We do have "coloring"
from the other styles when we go deeper and look at the house placement, but this is a great place to start! </span></span></div>
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AND not to mention the parenting assist this provides in realizing how
different we are from each other in our styles. So knowing our differences can
help us be more patient, excepting and more effective in our support of our children. And perhaps looking into some of the
"coloring", or places where our learning styles may be similar, </span></span><span style="font-family: "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;">we can find common ground </span><span style="font-family: "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;">and therefore relate better with them. </span></div>
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<span style="line-height: 115%;"><span style="font-family: "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;">For example, my Sun
and Mercury are in the 8th house, which is ruled by water (his style) and his
Sun and Mercury are in the 11th house, which is ruled by Air (my style). Cool
right? I think so! So there may be some natural coloring that can create an avenue where we can meet to better understand each other. And there is! </span></span><br />
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<span style="line-height: 115%;"><span style="font-family: "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;">When I first found out I was having an uber Pisces child and knowing myself, I worried about our potential communication issues knowing the conflict between Air and Water. I thought all my logic would be lost on him unless I could get him to "feel" what I meant. So I would have to make an effort there, and I did. </span></span><br />
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<span style="line-height: 115%;"><span style="font-family: "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;">But then I also saw and realized the benefit as he grew up, that all his Pisces and specifically his Sun/Mercury where in the Air house of Aquarius. </span></span><span style="line-height: 115%;"><span style="font-family: "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;">Once he could talk I was blown away because he actually was able to absorb (water) my logic and even retain and understand it in a way I can't! </span></span><br />
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<span style="line-height: 115%;"><span style="font-family: "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;">A</span></span><span style="font-family: "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;">nd now that he has entered school I am watching his unique learning style blossom first hand. It's so interesting to already see his early ease with math and love of Science with a basic abstract random learning style in a concrete sequential Astrology house. Neither of these areas are my specialty at all! I find more interest in exploring the mysteries of life and seeking the deeper meaning of everything. In that respect I find science and math fascinating. And this certainly points to my CS - Aquarius (Air) Sun/Mercury in the AR 8th house of Scorpio (water) placement. </span></div>
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Now I know Mercury alone cannot spell it all out for our children, but I do
feel pretty certain it can be a significant added guidance in understanding how we learn and therefore be priceless in supporting our children both academically and
socially. </span></span><br />
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<span style="line-height: 115%;"><span style="font-family: "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;">If you want to read about your or your child's Mercury sign and get an idea of how it adds to the personality and learning style, check out this page from <a href="https://cafeastrology.com/articles/mercuryinsigns.html" target="_blank">Cafe Astrology</a>! If you don't have your or your child's natal charts you can also get those free <a href="https://cafeastrology.com/natalastrology.html" target="_blank">here</a> along with a basic report. And you can also contact me and I'd be happy to do a full personal reading for you and/or your child. </span></span></div>
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This is a fascinating study to me! And I've barely scratched the surface on the
topic. I hope you also find it interesting. And I will offer more on my
exploration down the line. </span></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;">Dominique</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;">When people hear the word "retrograde" in
Astrology they usually cringe. Well after studying and "living"
astrology for the last decade, I'm writing to attempt to redeem and shift the
perspective a bit. </span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;">Most of us will agree that life moves really fast these
days, and often we feel like time is flying right by us in ways that have us
struggling to capture important moments, reflect on things or even breathe.</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;">Well, this is what retrograde periods are ultimately for.
They provide us with opportunities to slow down, gather our thoughts, ideas,
senses and breath, so we can proceed with more understanding, awareness,
mindfulness and confidence. And I'd like to add that real definitive progress
can also be made during these times. Life does not have to stop and frankly, it
can't. </span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;">We are currently in a Mercury retrograde, and I find myself
revisiting my blog and writing again. Huh? Whata ya know! Life has calmed
enough for me to gather my thoughts so I can actually sit down and write. I've
spent month (actually over a year) racing around with fleeting thoughts and ideas in my head of what
I'd like to write and trying to set intentions to get back to actually doing
it, and nothing... until now. </span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;">And not only is Mercury touring backward, so is action planet Mars
and business and money task master Saturn. Luckily Jupiter has shifted direct after
4 months, so this helps to lift the spirits for sure. Nevertheless, I have
begun to recognize that often much actually can and does happen under these and
all retrograde phases. </span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;">As we race around every day aren't we physically or mentally
making lists of "to dos" that we hope to get to at some point? Well,
do you ever notice that that "some point" can often come during a
retrograde? For a lover of making lists and checking shit off it, this feels
awesome to me. I have a passion for feeling like I'm being productive and
making progress, so retrogrades have become a positive opportunity rather than
a negative one for me. And there are many small things on my daily lists that I
get to check off during the 3 or 4 regular Mercury retrograde times we have
every year. But sometimes, like now, we are dealt a heavier hand of retrograde
energy so bigger items on bigger lists can potentially be marked off. And I want to share a recent experience to
show that progress can be made under these conditions and actually that retrograde periods can be
very helpful in many ways...believe it or not.
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<span style="font-family: "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;">My husband and I have had a home improvement to do list
since we moved into our house 6 years ago. </span><span style="font-family: "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;">We don't have a large home, so we have been planning to redo
the backyard and build a covered patio that can be an additional outdoor living
space as we have a large family and also love to entertain.</span><span style="font-family: "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;"> </span><span style="font-family: "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;">Now this project was by no means a new
venture or conceived under retrogrades, which is key. And we started the actual
project before Mercury went retrograde. Nevertheless, Mars and Saturn were
already working backwards and the trickster definitely still played a big part
in the process. I'll explain.</span></div>
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Mercury went into retrograde, yet because we were already in the shadow of it I
prepared myself for delays... and they started the job a couple days later than
planned. The demo of the old patio concrete was done even before the official
shift, but not without hiccups and delays. They busted a water pipe on day 1,
knocked out our previously placed footings for our covered patio on day 2 (which
would now have to be redone), on day 3 they said they'd start late but ended
up not showing at all because there was an accident on another job, and on day 4 they chopped my cable line creating a series of appointments to repair. See Mercury
and the others were already at work, and clearly other people were also dealing
with them too. </span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;">I just rolled with it and kept saying, "yep, this is
the energy we are in and this is the choice we made." And even though I know I over communicated about
the issues of watching for the pipes, only cutting around the footings and
several other particulars, still much was lost in translation between the
foreman and his workers. But there was really nothing I could do but keep a
sense of humor about it all and keep going. And in the end these hiccups and
delays actually allowed things to be fixed and redone in a better way than they
originally were, which was a positive. </span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;">They say you can absolutely
get things accomplished during Mars and Saturn retrograde phases, but
you should proceed with caution and it may take longer and cost more than
expected. Well that has been proven to be true also. There was added cost along the way due to
some of these issues mentioned and other miscommunication about what was
included and what wasn't with the original estimate. </span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;">But again on the positive side, if you use the slow pace to
your advantage and proceed with caution only after all the necessary info has
been gathered the end result will be worth it. And I agree. And it was.</span></div>
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finances, realized we had made huge progress over the years of waiting and
could now responsibly afford the project. Then I slowly researched all the
possibilities and ideas ensuring we settled on what we really wanted (even
though we had been discussing it for months). And of course my husband had a
say as well and I listened really hard to his thoughts and desires and trusted
his vision. Next I gathered several quotes and compared them carefully to make
a choice on a company before Mars went retrograde. And I think because Mars and
Saturn were moving slower I was really able to take the time to efficiently
evaluate before taking action.</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;">And believe me, I
asked myself several times if I should wait. But I now felt such a strong drive
to get this thing done. And when planets are retrograde the energy can become
internally much more intense and I feel this was the case for me. I had put in the
time and done the homework. And I was very aware of the universal
energy in play. But I was still feeling the time was right to go for it. So we
did. </span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;">Now you could probably explain away the Astrology here if
you wanted to because I've also come to learn that this is the way all home
improvement projects go. This way my first rodeo. But this was such a huge,
long awaited goal for us and the way things seemed to finally magically come
together makes me feel that there was something beyond us helping....even if at times it
seemed harder in the process. It was like the universe continuing to test us.
"Do you really want it?" "Do you think it will be worth
it?" "Can you handle this?" And since the answer was a
resounding "Yes", we won. The concrete and phase 1 is finished and
the covered patio is due to begin construction tomorrow. We'll see what the
planets say about this next phase, but I look forward to any challenges that
might come so the end product can be better than even we imagined. </span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;">There is a saying that nothing in life worth having comes
easy or without hard work. I suppose when planets are in retrograde it can feel
like harder work and like nothing can easily be accomplished. Yet I believe if
you use the time wisely and navigate it with true awareness of its opportunity
to service us well, help us improve and evolve successfully, we might welcome
them more often with open arms.</span></div>
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<i><span style="font-family: "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;">Note: Perhaps a part 2
of this post will be in order down the line, #MercuryRetrograde. Lol But I felt
compelled to share from where I am now in the hopes that it can potentially ease
the pain and stress of retrograde energy and show that good things can still happen during these times. And please comment below, I'd love to hear other people's positive experiences
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<span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;"><b><span style="color: #222222; mso-bidi-font-family: Arial; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman";"><span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">We've all heard the term, "Live and Learn". Well, with the use of Astrology, </span></span>we can actually learn and <i>then</i> live more successfully through the awareness of the task-master planet Saturn in our chart.</b> And if you believe in reincarnation, w</span><span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">here Saturn sits in our chart by sign and house can indicate what we came here to learn and workout this time around to continue our Soul's journey as well. But let's just look at the basics for now.</span><span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;"> </span><br />
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Saturn is a 7 year cycle</b> and it works kind of like school. You're
given a task to do, learn how to do it, practice it over and over, often
failing at first, and then you are tested on it. If you pass the test, you get
a reward and then you get to move to the next grade, lesson or level, so you
can continue to grow and evolve. And the task we are each given is to learn how
to navigate and succeed on this journey called Life. This is how Saturn works in
our lives.<b> And</b> <b>every 7 years will mark a pivotal turning point on your path,
providing important opportunities to shift life in a better direction. </b>Understanding this placement in
our Astrology charts can promote powerful progress and help to reach our goals faster and find our ultimate purpose sooner. <b>Saturn, among other things, is about maturity, authority, ambition and commitment,
and governs things like structure, rules, limitations and time. So when
we master our Saturn, we become masters of ourselves and the CEO of our lives!</b></span></span></div>
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formed by the age of 7</b>. </span><b>So all the experiences had and structures
that are formed during the first seven years </b><span style="color: #222222;"><b>will
create the foundation of their lives and personalities. </b><o:p></o:p></span></span><span style="color: #222222; font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">Click </span><a href="http://news.softpedia.com/news/Our-Personality-Is-Fully-Developed-By-the-Age-of-7-151093.shtml" style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">[here]</a><span style="color: #222222; font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;"> to read a great article about it. </span><b style="color: #222222; font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;"> </b></div>
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becoming more aware of our child's natural approach to work, responsibility and problem solving, as well as
informing us of the types of skills our children will have or develop to deal
with the fears, limitations and challenges they may face in life. It also indicates the types of lessons
they will have to learn in order to achieve their goals. </b></span><span style="color: #222222;">So what mother wouldn't want to have this knowledge in her back pocket so she could help guide her children toward being the best they can be and navigating life as successfully as possible? </span></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">As
part of life, there are ongoing challenges presented to guide, grow, mend or
reform us into more supportive, productive and fulfilled people. <b>And beyond understanding your child's </b><span style="color: #222222;"><b>Saturn, the value of understanding and working with our own Saturn is priceless for being able to impart wisdom that can help them through hard times as </b></span></span><span style="color: #222222; font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;"><b>they are also very influenced </b></span><span style="color: #222222; font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;"><b>by what is witnessed and experienced through watching us</b></span><span style="color: #222222; font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;"><b>.</b></span><span style="color: #222222; font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;"><b> </b></span><b style="color: #222222; font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">We are all products of our environment and our early childhood environment creates the foundation for the rest of our lives. So a</b><span style="color: #222222; font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;"><b>lthough w</b></span><b style="color: #222222; font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">e do come with our own unique "chart" and "hard-wiring", which I believe plays a huge role in the natural expression of are personalities and how we operate, I also believe that that expression can be severely affected for better or worse based on our environment. </b><span style="color: #222222; font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">And h</span><span style="color: #222222; font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">ere is an</span><span style="color: #222222; font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;"> amazing video dispelling all the Myths on </span><a href="http://www.filmsforaction.org/watch/this-video-dispels-every-nature-vs-nurture-myth-youve-ever-heard/?utm_content=buffer90a94&utm_medium=social&utm_source=facebook.com&utm_campaign=buffer" style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">Nature vs. Nurture</a>,<span style="color: #222222; font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;"> and one that I feel strongly supports my belief in the value of Astrology as a powerful tool for conscious parenting. </span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">So bottom line, the less stable we are, the less stable these structures are shown to our children and in turn, the more struggles, conflicts and challenges they will face in their lives. It truly is most important to know ourselves as best as we can and to lead by being the best example we can be. And Saturn can help.</span></div>
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<span style="color: #222222; mso-bidi-font-family: Arial; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman";"><span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">Now since we learn best through hindsight. Let's look at my
Saturn first. <b>My</b> <b>Saturn is in Taurus in the 11th house</b> of friends, hopes,
wishes and dreams. Taurus is about love, partnership, money and personal value.
And what I learned and committed to early on was to Not get married or have
kids ever because of what I experienced as a child with my mom and dad
splitting and witnessing the struggles of single parenting. I was afraid my
mother's story would naturally be mine. From my perspective everything was a
luxury I couldn't afford or didn't deserve and love was something that was
always lost. None of this helped to build my self-esteem, but at the same time
this placement made other helpful aspects that gave me great resilience. And
over time, age, maturity and self-discovery work, I managed to let go of what
'happened in my life' as a direct definition of who I was and what I could
create for my own life. I am not my father or my mother and I can structure my
life any way I want and do what works for me without judgment, fear or worry of
rejection. And it was after manning this heavy load, at the age of 36, that I
was rewarded with an awesome man who would become my partner in life and was
gifted a beautiful child to take my journey to a whole new level. <b>Saturn will
give you all that you don't even realize you desire, if you are willing to do
the hard work and then surrender any plans or expectations of what you think you
want.</b></span></span></div>
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<span style="color: #222222; mso-bidi-font-family: Arial; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman";"><span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">And by the way, I don't blame my parents for my circumstances growing
up because as I know, especially now as a parent, they did the best they could
with what they knew based on their own experiences. </span></span><span style="color: #222222; font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">However, I also believe that part of our individual journey is to
become aware of the fact that we can still write our own story and create a
different reality for ourselves if we choose to. And a large part of my growth
came from having honest conversations with both my parents about where they
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<span style="color: #222222; mso-bidi-font-family: Arial; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman";"><span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">So now that I have a
child, an honest, respectful understanding of myself and a passion for
Astrology, I can't help but desire to utilize this knowledge and my experiences
to teach and support my son to do better than I did. Isn't that every parents
goal? And this is just another priceless tool to have in my conscious parenting
toolbox.</span></span></div>
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Libra is the sign of diplomacy, kindness, ease and others. The sixth house
rules daily routine, health, work and being the home of Virgo, influences the
mental aptitude for managing life in an organized way. And as mentioned
above, Saturn rules time, responsibility, age and maturity among many
things. <b>Now when a planet is retrograde it means that often the energy is a
bit more intense and internalized. So in the case of Saturn it can indicate a
self regulator of sorts and with a natural ability to self manage. </b>It can also
create a dislike of being told how to handle things. And in Joe's case, he
seems to really enjoy being the one giving the orders, especially as he is at the age where testing the level of control he can have over his environment is very common and important for him to learn.</span></span></div>
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manifestation of his Saturn in Libra. And I have hopes and natural concerns as
he grows up. One of the best things is how he handles having to wait and be
patient. This is not easy for any kid. When a child wants something they want
it NOW and waiting is virtually impossible, often resulting it total meltdowns
or tantrums. And waiting is really hard for Joe as well. However, he is super
polite about it. Instead of freaking out, he comes to me and says, "Mommy,
waiting is reeeeaalllyyyyy hard. I can't wait any more. Please." And he
will fuss a bit, but he works really hard to accommodate me and wait. And we
talk about the lesson of patience and the value of practicing it for our well
being. <o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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<span style="color: #222222; mso-bidi-font-family: Arial; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman";"><span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">And there a ton of other little things I observe all the time
too, that I feel are strong Saturn contributors. He is really polite and well
mannered, loves books and knowing how things work or function, and is a great
helper around the house, as long as I don't order him to do things, but rather
ask nicely. And he seems to place a high standard on himself and others to do
things 'right' or in a 'certain way' to be enjoyable for him.</span></span></div>
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<span style="color: #222222; mso-bidi-font-family: Arial; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman";"><span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">And since nothing stands alone, there are obviously things in conjunction with his other chart aspects
that influence these characteristics. He is a Pisces Sun and Moon with a Taurus
rising, so Saturn seems to support this for the most part. My concerns lye in
his development of healthy eating habits and follow-through. I am hoping that with
Saturn in the 6th he will have a physical constitution as strong as his memory,
but because Saturn can indicate limitations, blocks or where we need to learn
something to be better, I am very conscious of teaching him discipline,
responsibility and the importance of things like a balanced diet and finishing
what you start. </span></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;"><b>Also, on a deeper level, I don't think it was any accident that both Joseph's and my
Saturn's are in signs ruled by the planet Venus (Libra + Taurus). Both of us
will always be working toward creating a certain level of value, ease, peace
and harmony in our lives and relationships to provide a strong foundation for
building love, abundance and security for ourselves and others. And I believe
we were brought together to help each other do that. </b></span></div>
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perspective.</span> It takes time to
fully understand it's purpose and function in our lives. However, it's never too soon to learn what you may be up against. Fore warned is fore armed, as the saying goes. </b>And I can say from my personal
42 year journey so far that, if we can approach
every challenge, issue or problem that comes our way as an opportunity to
learn, grow and evolve, then Saturn will continue to reward our efforts. And
there will be times when we stumble, but there will always be another
chance to create a stepping stone that will bring you closer to achieving
success, whatever that looks like for you. </span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;"><b>I believe the knowledge of the
entire Astrology chart, and specifically learning how to work with Saturn, can truly
make a powerful difference in the level of success that can be reached in one's
life. And knowing this for your child can offer you a magical tool for nurturing your little ones toward being the best they can be too. </b><o:p></o:p></span></div>
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Balance. And now that Mars has entered Scorpio I get the sense
that the battle might wage on, just in a new form. Duh, you might say?!
Isn't life a constant battle for balance? Yep it is! However, the tone,
temperament and tactics of how we find and maintain this beautiful place of
balance also constantly changes. It changes as Mars moves though the 12 signs
of the Zodiac and, more specifically for each of us, by how it aspects our Natal
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<span style="color: #222222;"><span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">And I've realized that <b>Mars' continuous movement through the sky is actually quite beneficial to the energetic process of making things happen, getting where we want to go and achieving
goals in our lives. </b>So instead of a follow up to my own story, I thought it
would be much more useful and helpful to take a march with Mars through the
signs to show the importance, value and purpose of this aggressive action
planet's cycle for your personal success. </span></span></div>
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<span style="color: #222222;"><span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;"><b>Mars is a two year cycle, which means it will return to the
position it was when you were born every couple of years to evolve, refresh and
reignite your personal drive, authority and power.</b> The energy of Mars is
aggressive, forceful passionate and impatient. This burning fire also promotes
strong will, bold action, ambitious desire and the strength and courage to
fight for what we want and need to live and move. And it takes at least bit
of all of these qualities to create, grow and succeed in life. The amounts of
each for you individually will depend much on the natural Mars energy you carry
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<span style="color: #222222;"><span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;"><b>And regardless of what sign your Mars is in personally, it
makes its journey through the zodiac to continuously support, challenge, change
and reward your efforts, to help you achieve your goals and grow to your fullest potential.</b><o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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<span style="color: #222222;"><span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">My personal Mars is in Aries, it's ruler by the way, so I
naturally fit the Mars bill in terms of taking action. And while Mars has been
traveling through its opposite sign Libra, my usual approach to getting things
done has been annoyingly opposed. However, the things it has brought to my
attention over the last seven months have already proven to be priceless
lessons in love, generosity and patience. I'm hugely grateful even though it
has been, admittedly, often a very frustrating process. <o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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<span style="color: #222222;"><span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">So let's take a march with Mars though the signs and see if I
can provide some insight to support the importance and value of shifting our
focus and pace to get where we want to go.<b> If you don't know what sign your Mars is in you can start by reading your Sun sign, because your Sun Sign is the star driving force that is always pulling you toward your fullest potential and will reveal a major aspect of how you take action in your life. </b>I am an Aquarius Sun and Mars in Aquarius definitely resonates with me too. However, my Natal Mars sign and position reveals more specifically what challenges me along the way to reach my personal authority and goals. Make sense? It's like my Sun is the intention and my Mars is the journey. </span></span><br />
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<span style="color: #222222;"><span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">And if you want to know your specific Mars sign you can use the <a href="http://www.dualityandbeyond.com/category_s/1831.htm">Chart Calculator</a> on my website. Put in your birth info, look for the male symbol for Mars and then use the zodiac guide at the top of the page to locate the correct sign if you're not already familiar with them. And if that is too complicated, you can email me at info@dualityandbeyond.com and I will be happy to do it for you. </span></span><br />
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<span style="color: #222222;"><span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;"><b>Nevertheless, whether you know your sign or not you can benefit from understanding the role each sign plays and then following where it is traveling in the sky. So let's march!</b><o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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<b><span style="color: #222222;"><span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">Mars in Aries <o:p></o:p></span></span></b></div>
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<span style="color: #222222;"><span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">If you have Mars in Aries you have plenty of impulse to act. In
fact, you may take action impulsively and pursue what you desire quite
aggressively and with lots of enthusiasm. The journey of transiting Mars will
help you structure and refine your plans, teach you to act with consideration
for the thoughts and feelings of others as well as make you aware of the
consequences of your actions. So the other signs can help you reach your goals
and often save you from trouble. <o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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<b><span style="color: #222222;"><span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">Mars in Taurus<o:p></o:p></span></span></b></div>
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<span style="color: #222222;"><span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">If you have Mars in Taurus your impulse to act can be reserved
by the evaluation process you place on everything you do. You can be slow to
take initiative, but when you do, you work slowly with determination to get
things done and understand the importance of building something of beauty and
quality. The journey of transiting Mars will help to push you along and ignite
more drive to share your skills and talents. So the other signs can help you
reach your goals and often provide the nudge you need to get started. <o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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<b><span style="color: #222222;"><span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">Mars in Gemini<o:p></o:p></span></span></b></div>
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<span style="color: #222222;"><span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">If you have Mars in Gemini your impulse to act starts in your
head with ideas, education and study. You can have so many exciting thoughts
about what to do and ways to go that it can have you vacillating in your
actions constantly. The journey of transiting Mars will help you move on your
decisions before you can change your mind and drive your intellectual impulse
toward clearer purpose and plans. So the other signs can help you reach your
goals and focus your mind and actions in a single direction. <o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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<b><span style="color: #222222;"><span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">Mars in Cancer<o:p></o:p></span></span></b></div>
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<span style="color: #222222;"><span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">If you have Mars in Cancer your impulse to act starts in your
heart with a need to nurture, care and create with sensitivity. You have a
strong will and a tender tenacity to make things happen and the motivation is
almost always to give and receive love. The journey of transiting Mars will
help you come out of your safe place, make bolder moves and rationalize your
emotions so they can support rather than suppress your drive. So the other
signs can help you reach your goals and free your heart from fear or insecurity
about your ability to succeed. <o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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<span style="color: #222222;"><span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">If you have Mars in Leo your impulse to act is doubled by a
passionate, dramatic confidence that grabs the attention of others like a moth to
a flame. You make grand plans and have no problem driving them into action and
you are so focused that you can become overbearing and authoritative in your
self-expression. The journey of transiting Mars will help you temper your tone,
consider others needs to be seen too and ground your gravitas so you can always
shine. The other signs can help you reach your goals and ensure you express
your authentic spirit. <o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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<b><span style="color: #222222;"><span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">Mars in Virgo<o:p></o:p></span></span></b></div>
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<span style="color: #222222;"><span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">If you have Mars in Virgo your impulse to act begins in the
brain with detailed examination of the process by which things will get done
correctly and most efficiently. You are quietly practical, precise and
determined in your actions and have a serious drive to be of service. In fact,
your focus can be so strong that there is no flexibility or room for
sensitivity. The journey of transiting Mars will help you bend or change course
when necessary, consider someone else's plan as a valid possibility and soften
your critical tone. The other signs can help you reach your goals and
provide other useful tools for getting there.<o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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<span style="color: #222222;"><span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">If you have Mars in Libra your impulse to act is prompted by a
desire to have fun, please and create peace and love. Your drive to be fair and
honest in your actions can cause you to be constantly weighing the pros and
cons and not actually doing much. The journey of transiting Mars will help you
take action, make firm decisions, do what is good for yourself as much as
others and stand independently within your partnerships. The other signs can
help you reach your goals and team up with more personal authority and
confidence. <o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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<span style="color: #222222;"><span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">If you have Mars in Scorpio your impulse to act comes from a
desire to have power and control over what happens to always feel safe and
protected. You have intense discipline, will and relentless drive to get what
you want and will stop at nothing to get it. And this can often make you
feel like you have no recourse but to be ruthless and pushy at times. The
journey of transiting Mars will help you release your hold enough to let others
help, free yourself from your unrealistic fears of failure and ground your
penetrating efforts to successfully apply them in the world. The other signs
can help you reach your goals and positively manipulate your actions without
causing pain. <o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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<span style="color: #222222;"><span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">If you have Mars in Sagittarius your impulse to act is
accentuated with a larger than life motivation to go further faster. You have a
daring, courageous, impulsive will and are happy to work independently to get
what you desire. You are on a personal quest to expand your world through going
out and experiencing it first hand, so this can have you changing direction
quickly with powerful purpose, for good reason and with no real desire to
explain yourself. The journey of transiting Mars will help you recognize the
value of sharing your adventurous spirit as an inspiring influence on others
and providing you the structure to hold on to the fortune you can build. The
other signs can help you reach your goals and live beyond your wildest
dreams. <o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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<span style="color: #222222;"><span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">If you have Mars in Capricorn your impulse to act is controlled
by a cautious approach and regulations put on yourself that require a certain
result is reached from your actions. This can provide an unending endurance and
discipline to driving your plans forward, but can also get you stuck in the
cement of your convictions and miss out on the real opportunity that will bring
you success. The journey of transiting Mars will help you loosen the reins on
getting it done the right way and instead focus on using any road blocks as stepping
stones. The other signs can help you reach your goals and confidently lead
others to do the same. <o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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<span style="color: #222222;"><span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">If you have Mars in Aquarius your impulse to act is
unconventional with a drive to take everyone forward with you. You take a
quick-witted route to fight for the freedom for all to act independently and at
times struggle between wanting to help by joining groups together or going it
alone yourself. The journey of transiting Mars will help you commit, structure
and design your drive to manifest all your hopes, wishes and dreams while also
teaching others how to march to their own beat too. The other signs can help
you reach your goals and connect the dots to make progressive progress. <o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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<span style="color: #222222;"><span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">If you have Mars in Pisces your impulse to act can be created or
clouded by the emotional fantasy of how you imagine things will go or the
illusions of how you fear they won't. You are motivated by your compassionate
spirit to do for others in need without complaint, and inspired toward artistic
endeavors as an outlet for your boundless imagination. The journey of
transiting Mars will help you build personal boundaries to protect your
sensitive heart, structure your mind to avoid being taken advantage of and fire
you up enough to take action on your own behalf. The other signs can help you
reach your goals and manifest your dreams into reality. </span><span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;"><o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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<span style="color: #222222;"><span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;"><b>So as you can now probably gather, there is a role each sign
plays in the journey of striving toward and achieving our desires. We may have
different foundational impulses from which we act first based on our Natal Mars,
however, the many different qualities needed to actually succeed in our
ventures can be developed though the awareness, assimilation and implementation
of all the signs impulses. Therefore by
understanding your own Mars energy and then paying close attention to the
transiting Mars position you can master the act of 'doing' consciously to
manifest real and relevant results in your life. </b><o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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<span style="color: #222222;"><span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">And as a special note, the house placement will naturally also color your
course even more. For example my Mars in Aries is in my 10th house of career
and life purpose, which is the home of Capricorn and the planet Saturn. So I
have a lot of ideas and desire to "just do it", and I can work smart
and independently to get things done, but I'm often blocked by my own
fears or concerns about how it will all turn out or what the result of my
actions might be. I'm always working through this within to learn and form my
personal authority and confidence about what I put out into the world. It can
create a back and forth between excitement and frustration as I pursue my
goals. However, the benefit of knowing this is that I can have a bit more compassion for myself and
rest in the understanding that growth takes time and patience. <o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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<span style="color: #222222;"><span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">I hope this fun march with Mars helps to motivate and inspire you
to look further into the cycle of Mars and forge your own exploration of how it
works to support, challenge, change and reward your personal efforts to achieve
whatever success looks like for you. <o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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all been looking forward to this shift in the hopes that lady luck will smile
upon us and bring more love, abundance and joy into our lives! And this is
certainly the highest manifestation of this wonderful transit. But I saw a
great post this morning that said, </span><i style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">"If
we don't feel grateful with what we already have, what makes us think we will
be happy with more?" </i><span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;"> </span><span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">And I
thought that was a powerful statement to be conscious of as we move into this
big, bold, exciting energy that will ignite our desire to create more in our
lives. And since Ego and Spirit are two sides of the same coin, I thought a
healthy reminder of the duality of this transit might also be helpful.</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">All the great stuff you've read
about Jupiter in Leo is true. It will bring opportunities, blessings, love and
good-fortune for many people over the coming year. Yes! This transit ignites
wonderful things! And I certainly don't want to be a Debbie Downer. However, I
am in the business of Duality, so it's just as important to me to make you
aware of how the shadow side of this can possibly manifest as well as the good
it can bestow. There will be enough extra fire and drive to push things beyond
our wildest dreams and also enough to push them right over the top. And with
Saturn finishing out the year in Scorpio, Mars also bringing an intensity to
our actions when it moves into Scorpio on July 25th, and Jupiter making aspect
to both at times, there can be accidental causalities left in the wake of your
blaze to the top if operating unconsciously. Here are just a few things to be aware
of over the next year to ensure you make the most of this highly spirited
energy.</span><br />
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<li><span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; text-indent: -0.25in;">Leo rules the Sun and the Sun is our Ego. So be
mindful of yours and be conscious of the possibility of inflated ones operating
around you.</span></li>
<li><span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; text-indent: -0.25in;">Leo is the showman, entertainer and spotlight seeker by nature, and with this boost from Jupiter, now the drive and pull for center stage can be even stronger, and possibly without regard for the needs or feelings of others, even with the best of intentions. And in the spirit of dramatics, we will likely see plenty of extravagant drama created, even if it's just for show or fun. Think reality TV.</span></li>
<li><span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; text-indent: -0.25in;"><span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; text-indent: -0.25in;">And with both Jupiter and Leo ruling good-times, adventure and larger-than-life living, there will likely be a strong tendency to go too far, over-indulge and over-spend. </span><span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; text-indent: -0.25in;"> </span></span></li>
<li><span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; text-indent: -0.25in;"><span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; text-indent: -0.25in;">Jupiter rules beliefs and overall life philosophy, and once this has been established, a fight to stand by it can lead to unintended arguments, heated debates or even war. Jupiter/Sag. does not like to be wrong by nature, so adding the extra ego boost from Leo can pack a punch when provoked.</span></span></li>
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<span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">Sunny Side Up!</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">Our Sun sign also represents our
Spirit and the true essence of our personality. And our lives are all about our
personal journey toward finding fulfillment, understanding, acceptance, love
and happiness in who we are. So with Jupiter, the planet of faith, philosophy,
spiritual awakening and expansion moving through the ruler of the Sun, Leo, we
will <i>all </i>feel the desire to broaden
our horizons, do more of what brings us the most joy and express our true personalities
in the world in a much bigger way. And when we lead from a true knowing of
ourselves, with love and with a giving heart, wonderful things can happen. So if we live with our
sunny side up, this can be a time of great opportunity, growth and celebration
of life. Here are just a few of the
positive manifestations that can come from an honest embrace of this highly
spirited energy.</span><br />
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<li><span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; text-indent: -0.25in;">A letting go of Ego and showing Love through the
support of all walks of life beyond even our own.</span></li>
<li><span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; text-indent: -0.25in;">Expansion of faith, confidence, creative expression and spiritual practice.</span></li>
<li><span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; text-indent: -0.25in;">Blessings and celebrations of true love, children and the joy that comes from being our authentic selves.</span></li>
<li><span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; text-indent: -0.25in;">Personal growth, financial improvement and learning through travel, career opportunities and relationships.</span></li>
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<span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">It's likely that we will all
experience both sides of this same coin over the course of the next year. And
there can be value in both. It takes a well adjusted, strong Ego to power up
and put ourselves out there for possible rejection as we travel the road toward
success and fulfillment. We learn more from our failures than we do our successes
anyway and it takes confidence to take risks to make things happen. So there is
a substantial benefit from the Ego boost that Jupiter in Leo can bring, especially for
those typically less able to step out of their comfort zone to achieve goals. I personally fall into this category, so I am actually hoping for a little healthy assistance in this area myself.</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">And if you witness yourself or
someone else someone operating out of greed, selfish motivation or without regard
for others, and you cannot find or reveal good reason to make a shift, then let
them push too far and possibly fall over a cliff, because their real growth
will begin when they land in a dark canyon. </span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">We all have our unique road to
hoe on our quest to blissful, spirited, true Self expression. Jupiter in Leo is
an awesome energy to take advantage of in the next year to make some real
progress on our individual journeys and as a global community. If we can operate from Spirit and consciously use the gift of this added strength, optimism
and enthusiasm to seek the better life and world we all dream of, then we can <i>all</i> achieve great things without letting Ego take over!</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">To end on a high note, both of these energies are warm,
fun, generous, optimistic, social, silly and super out-going. So this is the overwhelm of
goodness we are all hopeful to receive, be a part of and create now. It will be
infectious, fabulous and impossible to resist. There is no doubt this year will
have a very welcomed, much lighter vibe. Jupiter is a twelve year cycle and
spends about one year in each sign. So it's been 12 years since we have enjoyed
Jupiter in Leo and will be twelve more after this until we do again. So Embrace
it! Enjoy it! And share it! </span></div>
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Live and Learn Astrologyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02591664784736247998noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1299731503667163424.post-61914269750702944922014-06-29T11:36:00.000-07:002014-06-29T11:36:00.499-07:00True Nature of Unplugging<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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<span style="color: #222222;"><span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">We're coming down the mountain from the beautiful Sierras after
a peaceful, unplugged few days of camping and fishing. I'm looking at my phone
and wait with great anticipation to see the 4G signal come on. Being out of
touch for that short amount of time felt like a month and I realize how truly
attached to the digital world and my device I am. However, after emailing my
mom that we're safely on our way home, posting to FB and the world a slice of
our trip, scrolling through my news feed a bit and deleting almost 200 junk
emails, I'm looking out the back window at the majestic beauty and serene land
of digital freedom and feeling silly. That took all of 5 minutes and yet I
spend hours online every day. What have I learned?<o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;"><span style="color: #222222;">Rewind three days: </span><span style="background-attachment: initial; background-clip: initial; background-image: initial; background-origin: initial; background-position: initial; background-repeat: initial; background-size: initial; color: #333333;">As the Sun was
entering soulful Cancer I wanted to use this time as an opportunity to do a bit
of a digital detox, as I knew I would already be 'out of range' for a few days
anyway. It was stunningly beautiful and while sitting on these rocks,
looking out at this view, hearing the water rushing, feeling the wind gusting
through, the bugs buzzing around and feeling the powerful sun on my face all at
the same time, I remembered that nature has its own brand of hustle and bustle.
The difference here though, is the feeling of ease, peace and purpose
with which it all happens. There is obviously the natural "survival
of the fittest" element, but even in that there is a sense of calm
because it's understood and respected that it's just a natural part of life. <o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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my focus from emails, social media and worldly issues to the busy simplicity of
nature. And by tuning into the rhythm around me and surrendering to this
peaceful pace, it naturally made me feel lighter and able to understand
things a little better. <o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;"><span style="color: #222222;">Now I love my computer, my iPad, the internet and my cell phone!
And after a few hours of watching my husband teach my son Joseph how to
fish, enjoying one of his favorite past times and soaking up the fresh, clean
mountain environment, we return to the campsite and we see the fully loaded RV's
across the way with their TV's on. I instantly think, damn, I'm missing the
Bachelorette! I know, it's sad! But it's true. And even my hubby was like,
"it would be nice to chill and watch a movie right now". It's just
the reality of life for us. And because the world has advanced and these fine folks running campgrounds want to still attract visitors, they have set up </span><span style="color: #222222;">satellite dishes all over so you don't have to fully unplug to still enjoy the great outdoors.</span></span></div>
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<span style="color: #222222;"><span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">But then after we play a little ball with our son, cook up an
awesome tri-tip with potatoes and fresh zucchini from grandpa's back yard,
crack a cold beer and then settle in by a fire for smores, I appreciate this
time and feel the value of stepping away from all the things that keep us
disconnected from each other, nature and ourselves. We have great conversation,
tell silly stories with a flashlight under our chins, watch the millions of
stars come out, that we never get to see in the city, and again I realize how
small we are compared to the entire Milky Way. And yet, it was still fun to be
able to use the Google Star Gazer App on my phone to see where the planets
where and which constellations we were seeing. <o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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<span style="color: #222222;"><span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">So the reality is that we do live in a digital age and that
can't be denied or escaped from entirely without conscious effort. And that's okay. But that just means we
have to make unplugging on a regular or at least occasional basis more of a
priority to stay connected with ourselves and what's truly most important. And
even though I felt like I was off the grind for a really long time, and it was
a helpful withdrawal from everything, I still could have sat there staring out
at the beautiful mountain lake view for an <i>actual</i> month for me to entirely
empty my mind and really connect with my inner source/voice/spirit. <o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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<span style="color: #222222;"><span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">Nevertheless, it was a great reminder that when I do step away
and unplug nothing horrible happens. I don't miss out on anything and the world
keeps on turning with or without me engaged in it. So you get a little taste of
mortality when you unplug, which I think is healthy too. And even though I was with my core family, there
is a sobering reminder of the truth, "you can't take it with you", and
I should appreciate every day and even each mundane moment as priceless. <o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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<span style="color: #222222;"><span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">When we get so attached to the colorful screens and illusion of
life we miss out on the real beauty all around us and perhaps miss out on
discovering our real purpose for being here in the first place. <o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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the benefit of unplugging for myself to witness
the beauty around me, both in nature and in my family. But I realize it's even more important to do it for Joseph. My son is only going to
be three once and he will only catch his first fish once. And as a parent now
in our world, I think it is even more important to teach kids how to unplug, get outside more and
enjoy the simple pleasures of life.</span></span></div>
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<span style="color: #222222;"><span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">Astrologically, water/Cancer energy is a great support for
doing this kind of self nurturing and tapping into our true needs. If there was
a ton of air/mental energy in the heavens it may have been even more of a challenge
to separate, quiet my mind and hear this sweet reminder. </span></span></div>
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<span style="color: #222222;"><span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">So this, to me, is yet
another benefit of being aware of the current Astrological weather. It allows us
to utilize it to our advantage so it can truly support our course. The planets, stars and heavens above are also part of this reflective nature that is here to help us recognize who we truly are and what an amazing opportunity this life is for each of us. </span></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;"><span style="color: #222222;">I hope sharing my story will inspire you to consider making a conscious effort to unplug from the world more often, so you can plug<i> in</i> to the beauty of the world around you every day as well as your own natural beauty within. And if you dig Astrology as much as I do, you can also look to it as a guide for understanding your own <i>personal nature</i> so you can understand everything else a little better. </span><span style="color: #222222;">For your well Being! #FYWB</span></span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">Although Aries is
technically the first sign of the Zodiac, Cancer rules home and birth, so
therefore can be conceived as the true beginning. Cancer and the Moon are
about comfort, safety and the instinctual way we deal with life. It reveals what
we naturally do to survive and how we handle the world of emotion. The
Moon also represents Mother and our Moon sign can tell us a lot about our own
mothers as much as it can about how we will mother our children. So whether you are a mother yourself or not, nurturing your
inner child is paramount in cultivating confidence and emotional stability in
your own life. And if you are a parent then, in my opinion, understanding your
child from this perspective is priceless for teaching them self-love. </span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">Dr.
Shefali speaks directly to this concept, of growing yourself up first, in her
book, <i>The Conscious Parent.</i> We must become conscious ourselves before
we can even hope to give our children a chance at any kind of conscious living
in their own lives. After 3 1/2 years of motherhood I'm now convinced that
parenting is one of the hardest, yet most rewarding, and transforming jobs in the
world. And I have already done a lot of personal work of my own. But this work never ends! Every new day brings a new trigger, or an old one I just
can not seem to lick. I love my son more than life itself, but some days I grit
my teeth and lose all vision of any conscious parenting. Nevertheless, I believe
it's all an on-going process and I am a conscientious student of life. So I
can't help myself when it comes to learning and teaching how to 'do better'.
And to me Astrology provides valuable tools to support both my personal growth
process as well as my ability to parent more effectively.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">The journey inward is very deep, personal and can be quite complex with all the influences from family, upbringing, heritage and tradition. But looking at the Moon in each sign of the Zodiac, here are some quick
key insights and tips for helping you tap into and nurture both your inner
child and outer child.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;"><b>Aries Moon</b>- <o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;"><b>You</b>- You are emotionally aggressive, impulsive and change your feelings quickly. You need a physical outlet and independence to deal with your feelings. Nurturing yourself first in this way is what makes you feel safe and confident.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;"><b>Child</b>- Your child's emotions will run hot and cold as they
learn about their own changing feelings and how to create their own independence. They need to be free
to lead to feel confident in the world. <o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;"><b>Tip-</b> If you can learn and teach your child to accept the pace
of their emotional life and find active outlets for working through them, everyone can quickly move past any hurt feelings, while taking the appropriate
space to heal with confidence.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;"><b>Taurus Moon</b>- <o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;"><b>You</b>- You are emotionally loving, stable and affectionate, yet you attach your feelings to your relationships, material comforts and possessions as tangible proof of your value. Tokens of love and appreciation are what make you feel loved, safe and confident.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;"><b>Child</b>- Your child's emotions will be discovered through their senses and
they will feel safest when provided for, held tightly in your arms and shown affection. And they
will need to have their own special things to feel safe. <o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;"><b>Tip-</b> If you can learn and teach your child to accept their
need for affection and possessions while also understanding that true worth and connection is created from within, everyone can detach enough to fully enjoy the luxuries of life with confidence. <o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<b><span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">Gemini
Moon-<o:p></o:p></span></b></div>
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<span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;"><b>You- </b>You are emotionally curious and restless, needing to keep things chatty, light and exciting to avoid having to actually deal with feelings. Handling sensitive issues through intelligent conversation over crying and drama is what makes you feel safe and confidence. <o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;"><b>Child</b>- Your child's emotional approach is curious and scattered as they learn about their feelings through conversation and play. Being able to mentally explore them in a fun way, will help to build confidence about their own sensitivity. <o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;"><b>Tip- </b>If you can learn and teach your child to accept their
intellectual approach to emotions and find fun outlets to express their affections,
then everyone can feel more focused and in touch, without being mushy, and communicate their feelings with love and confidence. <o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;"><b>Cancer Moon</b>-<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;"><b>You</b>- Your are emotionally
self-protective, sympathetic and very intuitive, especially about the needs of others. You need to feel needed and loved so deeply that nurturing and
caring for others they way you wish to be is what makes you feel safe and confident.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;"><b>Child</b>- Your child's emotional approach will be sensitive, loving and sweet, and they will take on the feelings of the environment and others around them as
a way to learn about emotions. And they will hide their own feelings until they
feel safe enough to share them.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;"><b>Tip- </b>If you can learn and teach your child to accept their
extra sensitivity as the powerful intuitive gift that it is, everyone can
nurture and give equal love and care to self and others with confidence. </span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;"><b>Leo Moon</b>-<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;"><b>You</b>- You are emotionally warm, generous and self-confident while both showing and needing to be shown love and affection. Giving what you already feel to be great and true about yourself is what makes you feel
loved and even more confident. <o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;"><b>Child</b>- Your child's emotions will be dramatic and they will
love to find creative ways to show you why you should love them as they learn
about their natural self-confidence.</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;"><b>Tip-</b> If you can learn and teach your child to accept that
they don't have to try so hard to be loved, then everyone can enjoy the need to
play and show off with authentic confidence. </span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;"><b>Virgo Moon</b>-<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;"><b>You</b>- You are emotionally shy, critical and insecure so sharing your
time, skills and services is what makes you feel smart, worthy of love and confident.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;"><b>Child</b>- Your child's emotions will be shy and temperamental as
they discover how they can rationally understand feelings and build confidence.
Routine and being helpful to others is how they show love and feel safe.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;"><b>Tip</b>- If you can learn and teach your child to accept that
it's okay, even beneficial, to have feelings and that they are as valid as what
they can do for others, then everyone can find tangible ways to provide and
experience love and confidence. <o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<b><span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">Libra Moon-<o:p></o:p></span></b></div>
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<span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;"><b>You</b>- You are emotionally charming, pleasing and ebb and flow with the
shifting events of life. You are easy going out of a need for approval to feel
loved and confident.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;"><b>Child</b>- Your child's emotions are steady and balanced as they politely
learn what they need to do to feel like they belong. Keeping peace and harmony
is what makes them feel loved and safe. <o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;"><b>Tip-</b> If you can learn and teach your child to accept the
inner desire to always make nice, while still honoring what they like for themselves, by saying no on occasion, then everyone can equally share themselves and good times with confidence. <o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;"><b>Scorpio
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<span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;"><b>You-</b> You are emotionally intense, intolerant and resourceful
in order to protect yourself from being hurt, and will feel the need to dominate
others or situations to feel safe and confident. <o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;"><b>Child</b>- Your child's emotions will be extremely dramatic as
they struggle to understand their deep sensitivity. They must have some level
of control over things and people to feel safe. <o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;"><b>Tip-</b> If you can learn and teach your child to accept the deep
undercurrent of emotions that run through them in a rational, forgiving way, then
everyone can live emotionally in control of themselves and feel less of a need
to dominate to feel confident.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;"><b>Sagittarius
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<span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;"><b>You</b>- You are emotionally warm, idealistic, generous and
driven by a desire to teach others what you feel so strongly to be helpful for you. Seeking and then sharing your deep personal truth is what makes
you feel safe and confident.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;"><b>Child</b>- Your child's emotions are resilient and upbeat as
they learn about feelings through physical adventures and trial and error. They feel like they need to always be cheerful and on the go to feel safe. <o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;"><b>Tip</b>- If you can learn and teach your child to accept that
having sad feelings sometimes is just part of the emotional journey and life doesn't have
to be one happy moment after the next, then everyone can avoid burning the
candle at both ends and share themselves fully, lovingly and with fearless
confidence. <o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<b><span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">Capricorn
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<span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;"><b>You-</b>You are emotionally reserved,
considerate and practical, feeling no need to get worked up over sensitive situations. You feel best when leading at work and being in charge. You feel you need to take
a practical, dignified approach to build your power, recognition and
confidence. <o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;"><b>Child- </b>Your child's emotions are quiet, shy and stable as they
cautiously learn about their already serious grownup feelings. They need to
slowly warm up to things before opening up to feel safe. <o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;"><b>Tip</b>- If you can learn and teach your child to accept that they are more emotional than what's revealed to the world, and show admiration for
the rare affection they do give, then everyone will feel safer to open
up, lighten up and share their vulnerability with confidence.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<b><span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">Aquarius
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<span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;"><b>You-</b> You are emotionally cool, idealistic and unpredictable
and take a mental approach to emotions. You seek unique was to experience
feelings because the intellectual understanding of things is what makes you feel
confident.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;"><b>Child- </b>Your child's emotions are light, fun and detached as
they learn through friends and groups about feelings. Having freedom and
independence to help others is how they feel safe. <o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;"><b>Tip-</b> If you can learn and teach your child to accept that sharing
their own feelings is as worthwhile a cause as helping others, then everyone
can receive the love of one-to-one connections while still marching to their
own beat with confidence. <o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<b><span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">Pisces
Moon-<o:p></o:p></span></b></div>
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<span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;"><b>You-</b> You are emotionally sympathetic, gentle and very
sensitive to your own and the entire the human experience. Creatively visualizing a
beautiful world, romanticizing life and escaping reality is what makes you feel
safe and confident.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;"><b>Child- </b>Your child's emotions are sweetly naive, forgiving and
optimistic as they learn how affected they are by their surroundings and
others. They will live in their creative imagination, while staying very close to those that provide the most love and security, until they feel confident enough to engage the real world. <o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;"><b>Tip-</b> If you can learn and teach your child to accept their deep
sensitivity as the powerful intuitive guide that it is for them, while finding
outlets to release what isn't theirs to deal with, then everyone can create healthy
emotional boundaries and safely dream with confidence. <o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;"><span style="line-height: 115%;">I truly
believe communication is key to any solid relationship. So I hope by understanding
this placement for yourself and your children, you can feel safer to share
yourself more authentically and confidently as well as teach your children to
do the same. This can naturally enrich all of our connections and most
importantly the one with our Self. If you would like a full look into your or your child's Moon sign and beyond, please contact me at info@dualityandbeyond.com.</span><o:p></o:p></span></div>
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Live and Learn Astrologyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02591664784736247998noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1299731503667163424.post-31343941858001931262014-06-19T10:18:00.000-07:002014-06-19T10:18:07.879-07:00What I know NOW about LOVE & Marriage!<div class="MsoNormal" style="text-align: justify;">
<a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjDb5N9-Ga1GSzKQ9xcqTeTRHSgpy3EW8X54eUabmelMr2rLqq3vh4D7Fmfdr_Jsp8Et6e9CE-GsHhhDrgI8OI0vKN3zAr8P_J13870gxOK7dIJX59-uYO-k6kvkyRHld2OHEbUyauBhxAj/s1600/200808-526383_0388.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="clear: right; float: right; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-left: 1em;"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjDb5N9-Ga1GSzKQ9xcqTeTRHSgpy3EW8X54eUabmelMr2rLqq3vh4D7Fmfdr_Jsp8Et6e9CE-GsHhhDrgI8OI0vKN3zAr8P_J13870gxOK7dIJX59-uYO-k6kvkyRHld2OHEbUyauBhxAj/s1600/200808-526383_0388.JPG" height="265" width="400" /></a><span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">It's that time again! My husband Dan (a Cancer) and I (an Aquarius) will celebrate
our 5 year wedding anniversary this Sunday, June 22. I wrote last year about
how Astrology assists us in our marriage everyday to navigate life more effectively. If you missed it or would like to recap, please feel free to read last year's post <a href="http://dualityandbeyond.blogspot.com/2013/06/marriage-with-stars.html">[here]</a>.
I went back and read it too and I have to say, I do feel the exact same way
about the benefits Astrology brings to our union.</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">However, because life is a journey and not a destination, and the planets are always moving, I
have naturally learned even more about love and marriage over the last year. Astrologically,
among many other things obviously, we are both being hit with some powerful transits of change and transformation. My husband is going through a Pluto square
transit, which is bringing in career/work issues that are challenging him to transform
his own value system. And I have been suffering the challenge of Uranus
transiting over my natal Chiron. You can also recap with my <a href="http://dualityandbeyond.blogspot.com/2014/04/cardinal-cross-confession.html">Cardinal Cross Confession</a> to get more of a taste of my personal struggle. But in a nutshell, we
both have been moving through some personal transformation over the last year. And
it's all been individual stuff, not necessarily issues with each other. But
that's kind of my point here. Ultimately, it all comes back to YOU! Our
partnerships in life are there to support and challenge our personal growth, while
validating and encouraging us on our path. And yes we can certainly lean on
them, but we can't allow them to become a crutch. And while undergoing my own
inner struggles this year and also being there to help my life partner navigate
his personal struggles, I've come to a new and profound realization. </span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">When I met and married Daniel and then we built a life, home
and family together, I truly felt that I had struck a life lottery because I
honestly could never imagine this kind of life for myself. I was and am eternally
grateful. And I live in gratitude and service to my life every day, as I'm sure
many of us do. But you see, as I reflect, I realize now that, when I found and created the
life I have, it came from me first living in a place of complete comfort with
who I was at the time and in LOVE with that place. Whatever happened or didn't
happen, I knew somehow I would be fine, more than fine actually. I was living with more trust in the divine plan that God and the universe has for me. I wasn't pushing. </span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">But now that I
have SO much more than I thought possible, I often feel it's ego to desire
anything more for myself and yet I am pushing for it all the time. I'm not trusting as much. And this is nothing that my husband puts on me, I do
this all to myself. Somehow, in my efforts to adjust to my new reality of wife,
mother and struggling, yet passionate, Astrologer, I have fallen back into a
fear that nothing else 'great' will ever happen to me. That perhaps this is my
crowning achievement. And yet, as soon as I write that I am mad at myself
because I know in my heart that is bullshit and that's not how the universe
works. And even if all I did do was continue to build a solid marriage and raise
a powerful, purposeful child while enjoying all that comes from that, so what?!
Would that be so bad? NO! It wouldn't! And yet, as my realization unfolds more, I see that the real anger is
because I'm mad at my own lack of trust in something that has always proven its support for me in the past. This is my personal struggle and my struggle alone, and one that my husband
honors with respect and love and more importantly without judgment every day. And this is one of the main reasons
I love him so very much! </span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">And for Dan, may Cancer man, he was raised to be the provider. And before he
met me and became the provider for our family, he worked hard and had and did everything
he wanted no matter the cost. So although he now has "everything he's ever
wanted" with me and Joe, and that consumes most of his resources, he
struggles to find new ways to give to himself. And I often feel bad about that,
so I never deny him any personal pleasure he seeks. And now that the love for his job has waned with all the changes, I feel even worse. He knows it's time for a change and the energies are pushing him toward it, but I don't want to add undue pressure, so I instead try to just support and encourage as he figures it out for himself. </span><span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">I know how
he's built, through Astrology and simply as a man, so I never tell him what to do
anyway. I let him choose for himself because then he always makes an honest,
responsible decision all on his own and in his own time. In the meantime, he has
his outlets and loves, and I have mind, that we retreat to while processing our own personal journey 'stuff'. </span></div>
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Self-discovery process has led me to the place where I realize I am currently struggling
to truly trust the universe and practice what I preach. I am a very mental/air person and my mind is
constantly analyzing, processing and integrating new information. That's what I
do. That's how I evolve. But this can also be my worst enemy as much as my
greatest asset. The mind is a terrible thing to waste but only if you don't
allow it to limit or destroy you. My husband knows this about me and warns me all the
time that I am over-thinking things and I need to just let go and be. </span><span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">And he is right! </span><span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">This is another reason he is in my life and I need him to be. </span><span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">And since he is more of a feeler and a typical man who just pushes down and forward in life, I remind him of the value of talking things out to process his feelings and help him make necessary changes. We often see others clearer than we see ourselves and I believe this is one of the biggest benefits of a marriage and our closes relationships. They are there to influence and guide us. They are the Angels that God and the universe place in our lives to teach us. Daniel and I</span><span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;"> are partners in life and we deeply love each other, but we are very different people. And we truly love, respect and honor our differences, giving each other the space to do our own growth work. That, to me, is one of the main reasons why our marriage thrives. </span></div>
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of love and surrender and encouraging him to do the same. Allowing ourselves to enjoy and fully feel at home and in LOVE with where and who we are NOW, as well as being okay with whatever happens or doesn't happen from here, is what will
make space for life to really unfold for us individually and as a couple. We know this 'intellectually', for sure,
even if the' doing' of it is hard sometimes. </span></div>
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life, I wanted to share my experience and perspective on how Astrology
continues to support my personal evolution and my marriage. Daniel and my son
Joseph are my heart and my home and I know that the love I receive from them is
the example of the very same love I should always be striving to give myself. </span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">My affirmation for this next year and beyond is: I am
grateful. I am blessed. I am loved. And I have all that I will ever need on the inside and on the outside. Thank
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<span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">Thanks for taking the time to read my personal story on Living
Astrology from the inside out! I hope it can support and inspire you in some way to find more LOVE in the NOW of your own marriage, relationships and lives. </span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">Dominique </span></div>
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Live and Learn Astrologyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02591664784736247998noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1299731503667163424.post-30447135563695695402014-05-03T18:28:00.002-07:002014-05-03T18:28:45.593-07:00Taurus True Value Test<div style="font-family: Arial, Verdana, sans-serif; font-size: 13px; line-height: 20.799999237060547px; text-align: justify;">
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<span style="font-size: 14px;"><span style="color: #666666;">With the ground literally and figuratively shaking under our feet over last month and beyond, it's natural now that we would be having to pick ourselves up, dust ourselves off and attempt to learn from what we've just experienced so we can begin again to build our <b><i>BEST LIFE</i></b>. </span></span></div>
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<span style="color: #666666; font-size: 14px;">The month of Taurus is the perfect time to start an evaluation process to help us get there because Taurus rules our self-esteem, finances, value systems and the special skills and talents we possess in order to manifest tangible success in the world. So now is a great time to take a good look at how we handle our money, rate our work, judge ourselves and care for ourselves.</span><br />
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<span style="color: #666666; font-size: 14px;">Take the </span><b style="color: #666666; font-size: 14px;"><i>Taurus True Value Test</i></b><span style="color: #666666; font-size: 14px;"> to assess where you can grow your self-worth and in turn increase your net worth. Abundance manifests from the inside out, so answer these key questions honestly for yourself and start integrating the lessons you've learn into the creation a fuller, more successful life. </span></div>
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<li style="text-align: justify;"><span style="font-size: 14px;"><span style="color: #666666;">Am I doing work that I love?</span></span></li>
<li style="text-align: justify;"><span style="font-size: 14px;"><span style="color: #666666;">Do I feel worthy of having all that I desire most?</span></span></li>
<li style="text-align: justify;"><span style="font-size: 14px;"><span style="color: #666666;">Am I undervaluing my skills and talents?</span></span></li>
<li style="text-align: justify;"><span style="font-size: 14px;"><span style="color: #666666;">Am I working hard enough to build the life I desire?</span></span></li>
<li style="text-align: justify;"><span style="font-size: 14px;"><span style="color: #666666;">Are my relationships supporting what I am trying to build or create in my life?</span></span></li>
<li style="text-align: justify;"><span style="font-size: 14px;"><span style="color: #666666;">Am I handling my finances responsibly?</span></span></li>
<li style="text-align: justify;"><span style="font-size: 14px;"><span style="color: #666666;">Am I equating my worth with how much money I make?</span></span></li>
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<span style="color: #666666; font-family: Arial, Verdana, sans-serif; font-size: 14px; line-height: 20.799999237060547px; text-align: justify;">Taurus is slow-moving and can appreciate the hard-work and time it often takes for things to grow. However, we live in a fast-paced world and most of us are extremely impatient. We can all benefit from taking on the slow, steady, sustainable approach that our solid Bull friends do. So take personal note, answer some tough questions and start laying the foundation for your </span><b style="color: #666666; font-family: Arial, Verdana, sans-serif; font-size: 14px; line-height: 20.799999237060547px; text-align: justify;"><i>BEST LIFE</i></b><span style="color: #666666; font-family: Arial, Verdana, sans-serif; font-size: 14px; line-height: 20.799999237060547px; text-align: justify;">. </span><br /><div style="font-family: Arial, Verdana, sans-serif; font-size: 13px; line-height: 20.799999237060547px; text-align: justify;">
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<span style="background-color: white; color: #333333; font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 15px; line-height: 20px;">I hope this test helps you discover where the true value lies within you and your life. And remember you can follow me on <a href="https://www.facebook.com/pages/Duality-and-BeyondAstrology-Impressions-for-Your-well-Being/106189092756681?ref=hl" style="color: #6699cc; text-decoration: none;">facebook</a> and <a href="https://twitter.com/LivingAstrology" style="color: #6699cc; text-decoration: none;">twitter</a> for more daily support. </span><span style="background-color: white; color: #333333; font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 15px; line-height: 20px;">And sign up for my </span><a href="http://eepurl.com/xmCWD" style="background-color: white; color: #6699cc; font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 15px; line-height: 20px; text-decoration: none;">Newsletter</a><span style="background-color: white; color: #333333; font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 15px; line-height: 20px;"> for even more detailed insight delivered to your inbox each month. </span><span style="background-color: white; color: #333333; font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 15px; line-height: 20px;"> </span><br />
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Live and Learn Astrologyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02591664784736247998noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1299731503667163424.post-71120510746438669222014-04-18T13:45:00.000-07:002014-04-18T13:45:39.027-07:00Cardinal Cross Confession<div class="MsoNormal" style="background-color: white; background-position: initial initial; background-repeat: initial initial; margin-bottom: 0.0001pt; text-align: justify;">
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my best to help and work with clients, family and friends on how the current
Astrological weather is manifesting for them, I am naturally also dealing with
this Cardinal Cross energy in my own chart and it's pulling focus into all four
major corners of my life. From my personal drive & identity, relationships
& marriage, home & family, to work direction & career purpose; it
all seems to be in transition to various degrees. Astrologers may be on
the tip of what is happening in the skies, but we are certainly not immune from
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Astrology knowledge buffs who want the details} Specifically, it's on my
Cancer/Capricorn Ascendant/Descendant axis, which is 1st house of identity and
opposite 7th house of relationships. Libra is intercepted in my 4th house of
home/family opposite Aries intercepted in my 10th of career/life purpose. This
is how the Grand Cross lands for me, not to mention some other aspects this fun
configuration is making to my chart. It's quite a doozy of a transit
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consciously, however, I have my extreme moments of deep struggle too. </span><span style="color: #222222; line-height: 115%;">The way that this manifests for me is a continual vacillation
and balancing between feeling I am confidently and constructively handling the
daily challenges to grow, change, evolve and succeed and then feeling completely
frustrated, confused and overwhelmed. It literally can change in an instant. I
also find that the position and sign the moon is in can influence the days
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discovering what is truly my issue and what is coming from or being influenced
by another? What is my crap and what is theirs essentially. I feel I am being
forced to redefine my line between partner/friend/family and
client/colleague/career. This line has perhaps become blurred for me, so I must
consciously remember who is who and how I behave with each. If you are a
counselor, healer or light worker of any kind I'm sure you go through this as
well. When your desire to help is so strong and the knowing that we are each on our own journey and you simply cannot help everyone is also </span><span style="background-color: white; background-position: initial initial; background-repeat: initial initial; color: #222222; line-height: 115%;">und</span>erstood,
you feel helpless and stuck sometimes. And as an Astrologer, it really sucks when even with the knowledge of what's happening in your own chart, you're so close to it, you don't know how to help yourself! This is when you call on another Astrologer for some objective insight.</span></div>
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about this Cardinal Cross last night. With four squares or 90 degree
right angles, it creates a box right? Anyone feeling a bit boxed in or stuck at
a complete impasse? I do. And cardinal energy is about action and movement, so
this in NOT comfortable at all. I know I have already been feeling quite
unsettled, so who knows how the peak and waning of this Astrological event will
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and fears that come with trying to grow and change while having faith in
ourselves and the journey without always, if ever, getting any confirmation, in
the way we might want, to support that we're even on the right path. <o:p></o:p></span></div>
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friend text me one day and asked what was going on because she was ready to
blow up and when I reminder her and told her to hang in there, she was less
than helped by my advice. Her response was exactly, <i>"whatever"</i>...because she's been hearing it from me for so
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we have all been dealing with the intensity of recent powerful Astrological energies
for so long it felt like a very appropriate response. So when I said, <i>"then why did you ask?" </i>and
she said <i>"I don't know", </i>I
replied with this; <i>"it's because you
know and believe that there are things always working around us that cannot be
seen or often fully understood in the moment, but only felt...for better or for worse. Glass half
empty or glass half full, you choose."</i> And even after that I got, <i>"blah, blah, blah.."</i> </span></div>
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had to laugh because I myself was having a day when I felt like I could also
explode and I was talking myself through each negative thought that came in and
trying to redirect it more clearly to avoid unnecessary conflict in my own
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I get it! Awareness may be key in living consciously and instrumental in moving
through life at a higher vibration to creating more confidence, joy, success
and love....but it is NOT easy, continuous or even fun. And we often fail. And
how could we not, we are after all human. And I have certainly failed more
times than I have succeeded at anything in my life. But that's okay, because I
have always learned something from it and that is always my ultimate goal. So I realize staying 'conscious,
aware and awake' takes commitment, dedication and continuous effort. </span><span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">Huh?
Oh, wait a minute, doesn't that sound like the ingredients you would need to
make any good life or personal dream a reality? Something to think about.</span></div>
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<span style="color: #222222; font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">But even with the knowing of how difficult any conscious approach can be
and my own experiences of pain and challenge, I still can't shake my desire to
do it. <o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="color: #222222; font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">Whether it's Astrology, Angels, God, Tarot, Spirit Guides or
whatever other mystical means of support I choose, I see them all as priceless
tools for assistance in everything; from getting through the daily grind, to understanding
my own triggers, connecting with my own power and creating a life of love and
abundance. But more importantly, I think it reminds me continuously just how
small and insignificant I am while at the same time reminding me that I am a
part of something much bigger than this life I am currently living. So I do my best to trust in
the divine design of what's beyond my own vision, reality, awareness or full understanding
and work to contribute positively and live up to my highest potential in
this life. That means also honoring the moments when I am struggling to find the answers and am full of doubt. Nevertheless, because I have also gained priceless understanding and experienced as
many blessings as I have troubles, my faith in the <i>Beyond</i> continues. <o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;"><span style="color: #222222; font-size: small;">Whatever we all choose to do to get through this life, the
bottom line is you DO have a choice what tools you use or to choose to use any
at all. And with all the different schools of thought, religious or spiritual
beliefs, mystical mantras and other philosophies and occult </span><span style="color: #222222;">wisdom's</span><span style="color: #222222; font-size: small;"> out there
to choose from to support your journey, they all have one thing in common.
Believing with-OUT seeing or knowing for sure and inspiring us to find what we
need with-IN.<b> </b>Yes, this is the trick right? This is the <i>Duality</i>!<o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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<span style="color: #222222; font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">So as the Full Moon Lunar Eclipse wanes and the Cardinal Cross
pushes in, as much as I feel the pressure building, I actually still feel
pretty good. I see the challenges in my life clearly and I realize I am the
only one holding myself back. I have been asking the 'big questions' for quite
a few years now and I must remind myself that once you embark on this path of
asking, you can never really stop. And it takes commitment and endurance to
always want to discover and achieve more. <o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="color: #222222; font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">This Cardinal Cross is a cross to bear, but it is also simply
another powerful opportunity for us to grow collectively and individually. I
hope we can all rise to the occasion! <o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="color: #222222; font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">If you'd care to share your stories about how the current
Astrological weather is affecting you, I'd love to hear. However, if not, I
understand that this is also a very personal journey for each of us and I wish
you the very best in your journey.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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Live and Learn Astrologyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02591664784736247998noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1299731503667163424.post-7469655273853998722014-03-27T20:35:00.000-07:002014-04-12T19:31:26.486-07:003 Tips for Managing a Total Lunar Eclipse<div class="MsoNormal" style="text-align: justify;">
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<span style="background-color: white; color: #333333; font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; line-height: 115%;">During a Full Moon the Sun
and Moon are exactly opposite, which naturally calls into focus the 'Other' and
therefore relationships of all kinds. And although this affects all of us, if
you were born during a Full Moon you are more predominantly concerned with the
nature of relationships in general, and relationship circumstances may shift specifically
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<span style="background-color: white; color: #333333; font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; line-height: 115%;">A Total Lunar Eclipse is a
far more potent Full Moon. Literally, it's when the Full Moon passes through
the shadow of the Earth meaning the Sun and Moon are on opposite sides of the
Earth. This change in 'view' for us, from our position on Earth, can in affect create a change in the interpretation of our relationships and therefore cause
crisis, change or major shifts within them. <o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="color: #333333; font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; line-height: 115%;">So here are a few tips that can serve you during
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<span style="color: #333333; font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; line-height: 115%;">1. <b><i>Let Spirit Reveal the Solutions</i></b> - If
there are major concerns around a particular relationship and you are uncertain
about what course to take; seek solitude, quiet time or meditation to allow
your deeper desires and truths to be revealed before taking action. It's a
great time to ask God, your Angels or inner guides for signs, signals and
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know clearly what must be changed or be done within a relationship and you feel
compelled now to do it, lead with love and recognize first the magnitude of the
decision and the full consequences of your actions before you make a move that
could deeply hurt you or another. Endings are necessary to allow for new
beginnings, but causing undo pain or suffering doesn't have to be part of the
process. <o:p></o:p></span></div>
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fails, sleep through it. Extra rest is always a healthy choice, however, a Full
Moon can cause an emotional overwhelm in which clarity becomes impossible to
reach. So especially at this time it can soothe, recharge and rejuvenate the
heart and Soul. Also, much can be revealed through dreams during this time. So
while resting pay close attention to what comes up and take note for later. <o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="color: #333333; font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; line-height: 115%;"><span style="line-height: 115%;"><span style="background-color: white;">April
15th there is a Full Moon & Total Lunar Eclipse in Libra, opposite the Sun in
Aries.<b> </b></span></span><span style="background-color: white; line-height: 115%;">These are the signs that rule
Self and Other, so this puts even more emphasis on relationships! With the Sun
in Aries we are really wanting to take action in our lives that will give us
the freedom to play, to express who we truly are and to do what we want. The Full
Moon and Mars retrograde both in Libra will be pulling the reins tight and
forcing us to take others and the circumstances fully into account before making any big moves. This can be a good thing. It may even save us from ourselves.</span></span></div>
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Eclipse occurs right in the face of the Cardinal Grand Cross configuration of Uranus/Mars
opposition squaring off the Pluto/Jupiter opposition, it will likely bring
you to a crossroads, turning point or crisis moment of some kind. However, this
doesn't always have to manifest badly or be the proverbial ending of all
endings. It could also bring your biggest wishes fulfilled or your deepest
dreams come true...it may just take making some major decision or choice to
have it. <o:p></o:p></span></div>
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our lives we often attract chaos and conflict because we innately desire change
and progress and don't know how else to achieve it. So even if it seems
bad at first, it's really all good! Hang in there, be patient, be kind, act fairly and stay tried
and true to You! </span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">I hope this insight can help you navigate the coming Lunar Eclipse energies and beyond. And remember you can follow me on <a href="https://www.facebook.com/pages/Duality-and-BeyondAstrology-Impressions-for-Your-well-Being/106189092756681?ref=hl" style="color: #6699cc; text-decoration: none;">facebook</a> and <a href="https://twitter.com/LivingAstrology" style="color: #6699cc; text-decoration: none;">twitter</a> for more daily support. And sign up for my <a href="http://eepurl.com/xmCWD">Newsletter</a> for even more detailed insight in your inbox each month. </span></div>
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Live and Learn Astrologyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02591664784736247998noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1299731503667163424.post-77711096194719812022014-03-24T15:31:00.001-07:002014-04-12T19:32:57.798-07:00Battle for Balance<div class="MsoNormal" style="background-color: white; background-position: initial initial; background-repeat: initial initial; margin-bottom: 0.0001pt; text-align: justify;">
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crusade in finding, creating, and maintaining balance. And wherever there has
been any major offset or loss of this, [since last December 8th when Mars,
the planet of aggressive action and ambition, moved into its opposite sign of
peace, harmony and balance, Libra], the battle has been waged to get there
again. And on March 1st Mars went retrograde turning the drive inward. This has
taken us each into battle with ourselves as we fight to recommit and reconstruct
our relationships and dealings with others to regain authentic connection and personal success. <o:p></o:p></span></div>
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the cardinal cross configuration, which comes to a head in April, the energy is
becoming even more amped up. So whether it's balancing the needs at home with
career goals or creative freedom with partnered passions, it's clear that many,
if not all, are feeling the push pull between freedom and security during these
intense times. <o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="color: #222222; font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman";">I am a stay at home
mom and I truly love being with my son all day. My husband is super supportive
and there is no push for me to do anything more than all that I already do for our home and family. And there are many days when I wish that was enough for me
too. However, I cannot deny my inner spirit that propels me to want to live
more fully and completely. For me that means to be able to continue my passion
to inspire, assist, guide and teach others to live more fully and consciously
using the priceless tool of Astrology. And the only way I can truly do that is
to be able to do it for myself too. Both take more time, energy and resources than I
currently have available, yet I continue to battle every day for my balance.
And I do it because I know from my work, experience and inner Self-knowing that
if I do nothing for myself, I can't do my best for the ones I love. Oh, I can
walk through the duties of doing what I must do, handle the responsibilities of
my obligations and I can even find great joy in those things as I live in
gratitude of my very blessed life. But still...my deeper spirit and higher 'Self' calls. <o:p></o:p></span></div>
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awareness of the current transits and how they are affecting me directly, the
manifestation of this battle isn't easy or fun, in fact, it comes with many
moments of huge frustration, anger, self-doubt and tears and unfortunately it's
my loved ones who feel the brunt of it. Lucky them, right? Thank goodness they
are so forgiving and supportive. <o:p></o:p></span></div>
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planets in cardinal signs, (Aries, Cancer, Libra, Capricorn), should very well
be able to relate on some level. And since it's highly likely that everyone has
some degree of aspect to at least one of these signs, no one is really being
left out of these planetary war games. The Uranus in Aries square to Pluto in
Capricorn over the past two years is likely to be responsible for this slow and
growing frustration with the status quo. The Grand Cardinal Cross on April 21st
will also bring the 5th of 7 of these squares. Yes! Yikes! And with the other half
of this configuration of Jupiter in Cancer squaring the Mars retrograde in Libra and
opposing Pluto in Capricorn, I am both excited for the calls of change and also
anxious about how these new developments will all play out. <o:p></o:p></span></div>
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its benefits and it's liabilities, naturally. I can get validation of the path
I am on, I can look forward to see what's coming so I can prepare for the
challenges of growth like these, but there is no escaping actually doing the work and going
through the motions of the transformation if I am to actually live the life I
desire and practice what I preach. No pain, no gain! And, honestly, I would
rather have the fore warning and the validation that I am at least fighting the
right fight than to blindly feel my way through it all. <o:p></o:p></span></div>
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entrenched in your own personal battle for balance too, I hope you can take
some solace in knowing that you are not alone and that the advantage of Astrology
awareness is that it can be a huge Ali when you are forced to fight and a
trusted friend who will tell you when quietly retreating is the best course of
action for survival. <o:p></o:p></span></div>
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May 19th turning our battle outward again and move out of Libra into Scorpio on
July 25th. Work consciously now to define your balance within so that you can
be assertive and loving as you implement it. Take good care and remember
that we are all going through it, so don't beat yourself up too badly and be
gentle with others. See you on the other side! <o:p></o:p></span></div>
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share your stories or thoughts on this intense and changing time. Support,
comfort and encouragement are always great tools for positive motivation! And I
am here if you wish to look deeper into your personal chart for how to navigate
through April and beyond! <o:p></o:p></span></div>
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Live and Learn Astrologyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02591664784736247998noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1299731503667163424.post-67311454422357822832014-02-26T12:47:00.000-08:002014-04-12T19:34:06.047-07:00Three Tips for Managing a Saturn Retrograde<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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<span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">This Sunday, March 2nd, the task-master planet in the intense water sign of Scorpio goes retrograde for the next 4 months. Ouch, I know, that seems like forever. But it's not really. And it's actually a great time to do the inner work necessary to shift the second half of the year into the direction of your real purpose and career. </span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">1. <b><i>Re-Commit
your Self</i></b>. -Saturn is the planet of growth, maturity, loyalty,
endurance and personal authority. It challenges us to strive for these things
by also ruling lessons, fears and limitations. So this is a great time to
reassess your level of commitment to the direction, work and purpose of your
life. Are you working hard and confidently toward the things
that mean the most to you? Are you restricting yourself or allowing others or
circumstances to limit your potential or options? <o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">2. <b><i>Re-Define
your Terms</i></b>. - Saturn also represents the rules, regulations,
responsibilities and 'how to's' of life. This is a great time to redefine your
terms. If the way things have currently been set up are not functioning well, honoring
who you really are and what your worth or keeping you from presenting the world with the best you
have to offer, maybe it's time for a change. Are you setting the bar too low or your expectations too
high? <o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">3. <b><i>Re-Direct
your Path</i></b>. - Saturn rules the area of career status, financial success
and life path. This is an opportunity to discover and assess if you are
traveling the right road, fulfilling your true life's purpose and accomplishing
your life's work and goals. Are you building abundance through your ambitions?
Are you working to live or living to work? Do you do what you love or just do
what you have to do to survive? <o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">That's the
general insight for any Saturn Retrograde. Now let's put it into more specific
context by looking at this coming <b><i>Saturn Retrograde in Scorpio March 2nd -
July 20th</i></b>.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">This Saturn
Retrograde is in Scorpio which is the all penetrating, powerful, commanding and
controlling energy that rules major transformation, death and rebirth. Saturn
retrograde in Scorpio forces us to uncover the truth of who we are and demands
that we face our truth and fears so we can learn, mature and evolve into the
best possible versions of ourselves. Scorpio is intense water and Saturn is
ruled by Capricorn which is solid Earth. So this process can be emotional,
dark, painful, overwhelming, and extremely liberating when mastered. Death is a
natural part of life and something must always die for something new to grow.
This time can provide the insight and strength to investigate what that might
be in order to take your life and career to the next level. <o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">Another
element that supports this process now is that Pluto the planet ruled by
Scorpio is in Saturn's natural sign Capricorn. This is called <b><i>Mutual
Reception</i></b> and represents exactly what you might guess... working
together! These energies working together push us toward the absolute necessary
maturing, growing up, and getting real that can place us on our ultimate destined
path…individually and as a global community. This is about having the strength
to take a hard look at the true motivations behind our behavior in getting what we think we want. What we are bringing to this world and what is our true intention in bringing it? It's time to get real and work more purely. <o:p></o:p></span></div>
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this energy being drawn inward can manifest as <b><i>Extreme Restructure</i></b> in
two possible ways;<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">1. Total
deconstruction or restructuring induced by a major crisis or dramatic out play
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<span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">2. Total deconstruction or restructuring through inner strength of character and willingness to surrender
to the powerful tides of change with consciousness. <o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">Either way
things go down, it is quite difficult when we are forced to see and deal with tough situations in life we don't want to see or deal with. It can bring out the best
and the worst in humanity. So whether it's time to demand what you're worth or
have earned, pay the piper or time to reconcile your own reality within; realizing your
personal power and how to best direct it consciously, and for the highest good,
will be the best way to endure this time.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<b><i><span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">Commit to doing
whatever it takes to build the life that aligns with your deepest truth! For
your well Being! </span></i></b><br />
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Live and Learn Astrologyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02591664784736247998noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1299731503667163424.post-13261042905764294482014-02-21T08:57:00.000-08:002014-04-12T19:34:44.400-07:00Three Tips for Managing a Mars Retrograde!<br />
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<span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">Mars retrograde begins next week but this aggressive planet of action has already come to a complete stop as it prepares to make the backward shift. So let's stop and prepare too. Here are 3 tips for managing any Mars Retrograde and then some insight on how to handle this particular retrograde in Libra. Let's break it down! </span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">1.<b><i> Don't just Do it!</i></b>- Don't just act without thinking things through is a good one in general, but when the energy of Mars is turned inward you can really get an opportunity to hone your plan of attack for optimum success. You almost won't want to or be able to act as much as you may want to, which can be frustrating.</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">2. <b><i>Prime your Passions</i></b> - Mars rules our passions and sexual drive, and the burning energy focused inward more strongly could cause you to overheat or combust. You could here from an old lover or decide to reach out to one you just can't seem to get enough of. Our creative passions also are up for reworking or review and you could end up re-fighting a battle you thought you already won with a creative or personal partner. </span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">3. <b><i>Tame your Temper</i></b> - Mars is the ruler over the sign of Aries which is a hot tempered personality with an "I want what I want when I want it" attitude. With Mars retrograde the intensity of this desire will be heightened and could cause even more impatience for the already patient challenged Mars. This is a good time to assess how we deal with conflict and anger. </span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">That's a general insight of for any Mars retrograde. Now let's put it into more specific context by looking at this coming <b><i>Mars Retrograde in Libra March 1st - May 19th.</i></b></span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">This Mars retrograde is in Libra, so with the planet of passion in the sign of love and partnership, all forms of relationships and collaborative efforts will be of great importance and up for review. Libra is the opposite of Aries, which is the ruling sign for Mars. So with consciousness and awareness there is a real opportunity to transcend beyond this set of opposites during this time. Libra brings diplomacy, balance, fairness, justice, equality and higher forms of relating. This may not be something Mars/Aries is comfortable with, yet it can benefit immensely from incorporating these things into their drive to make things happen. And Libra can be too indecisive, so having a little push in the right direction will be helpful. These two need each other and can find great mutual benefit by working together. </span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">For most this energy will invoke a natural desire to slow down, but for many and especially those with strong Aries or fire in their chart this may be much more difficult of a time. </span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">2. A more delayed, slowed action or unclear motivation coming from a usual go-getter type. </span></div>
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Live and Learn Astrologyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02591664784736247998noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1299731503667163424.post-22575849412958843812014-02-01T11:29:00.002-08:002014-04-12T19:35:11.159-07:00Blessings in Disguise ~Jupiter opposite Pluto!<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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<span style="font-family: "Arial","sans-serif"; font-size: 11.0pt;">So we are in the 2nd of 3 exact oppositions between Jupiter in
Cancer & Pluto in Capricorn so I wanted to post a few reminders about the
possible manifestations of this aspect. And although it has windows where it is
exact, it will be in pretty close proximity all year and therefore always in
play to some degree. <o:p></o:p></span></div>
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first lets define the aspect itself. <o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Arial","sans-serif"; font-size: 11.0pt;">The
<b>'Opposition'</b> is the <b>'Aspect of Awareness'</b>, but can be
considered a hard aspect. It’s about dealing with one thing in ‘relation’ to
another, so it can show up as:<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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</span></span><!--[endif]--><span style="font-family: "Arial","sans-serif"; font-size: 11.0pt;">Restlessness
or stress.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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</span></span><!--[endif]--><span style="font-family: "Arial","sans-serif"; font-size: 11.0pt;">Challenge
of balancing seemingly opposing forces – tug-of-war<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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</span></span><!--[endif]--><span style="font-family: "Arial","sans-serif"; font-size: 11.0pt;">Can
draw out the strengths of the other side and ground for successful growth <o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Arial","sans-serif"; font-size: 11.0pt;">Now
specifically, here are some ways this Jupiter in Cancer opposing Pluto in
Capricorn can manifest (positively or negatively and for better or worse): <o:p></o:p></span></div>
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</span></span><!--[endif]--><span style="font-family: "Arial","sans-serif"; font-size: 11.0pt;">Relationships
of all kinds must work carefully to find balance between determination, drive
and nurturing optimism for all to benefit.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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</span></span><!--[endif]--><span style="font-family: "Arial","sans-serif"; font-size: 11.0pt;">Extremely
powerful ambition and drive for success can be supported.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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</span></span><!--[endif]--><span style="font-family: "Arial","sans-serif"; font-size: 11.0pt;">Excess;
taking good to extremes. Overindulgence in whatever you desire. Ex. Food, drink,
sex etc. You can get yourself in trouble if you get swept away. <o:p></o:p></span></div>
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</span></span><!--[endif]--><span style="font-family: "Arial","sans-serif"; font-size: 11.0pt;">Big
secrets, Big Power, Big Money, Big Reform <o:p></o:p></span></div>
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</span></span><!--[endif]--><span style="font-family: "Arial","sans-serif"; font-size: 11.0pt;">Bursting
your bubble with harsh truths or reality checks.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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</span></span><!--[endif]--><span style="font-family: "Arial","sans-serif"; font-size: 11.0pt;">Grounding
your good fortune for solid progress to occur for the long term.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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</span></span><!--[endif]--><span style="font-family: "Arial","sans-serif"; font-size: 11.0pt;">Fears
revealed in big ways that must be dealt with.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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</span></span><!--[endif]--><span style="font-family: Arial, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: 11pt;">Reaping
what </span><span style="font-size: 15px;">you've</span><span style="font-size: 11pt;"> sown in a big way. <o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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</span></span><!--[endif]--><span style="font-family: "Arial","sans-serif"; font-size: 11.0pt;">Wealth
of buried matter or Buried treasure to manifest in different forms. Ex. Compost
pile – decaying garbage that turns into fertile land/foundation.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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over matter – used for good or bad<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Arial","sans-serif"; font-size: 11.0pt;">So we are all experiencing this aspect in some way within
our own charts and lives as well as witnessing these things in the world around
us. Do any of these points resonate for you? If you aren’t experiencing the
transit like others are or how Astrologer’s may be describing it, it may be
because of how this opposition is operating for you specifically. <o:p></o:p></span></div>
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revealed through:<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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</span></span><!--[endif]--><span style="font-family: "Arial","sans-serif"; font-size: 11.0pt;">Calling
on the crisis or darker issues/problems that need to be dealt with before you
can reap the real benefits of your destiny or create the ultimate happiness you
are trying to achieve in your life. Remember:
<b>“It’s always darkest before the dawn”</b>.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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& Career challenges. With Jupiter in Cancer the foundation of your life,
home and family could be the needed support or the place of issue or the opposite
with Pluto in Capricorn the work or career can be the needed supported or place
of issue. Either way remember: <b>“With
hard work comes great reward”</b>.<b> </b><o:p></o:p></span></div>
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know there have been many challenges for us as people, families, communities
and global neighbors; but Jupiter is also about faith and Pluto is also about
rebirth, so with Working Awareness ALL can be transformed within our beliefs so
we can include ALL in the benefits of this life. A true rebirth is possible if
we are ALL willing to work at it. <o:p></o:p></span></div>
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TRUE and be YOU! Draw strength in our challenges to cultivate real joy, health,
success and Love for ALL! <o:p></o:p></span></div>
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Live and Learn Astrologyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02591664784736247998noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1299731503667163424.post-87288492317327115862013-12-17T10:49:00.000-08:002013-12-17T10:49:58.131-08:00Fast, Furious & Infuriating Full Moon<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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<span style="background-color: white; color: #222222; font-family: arial, sans-serif; font-size: 13px;">Today's Full Moon in Gemini and tomorrow's impending Uranus in Aries shift direct has things speeding up and heating up!</span><br style="background-color: white; color: #222222; font-family: arial, sans-serif; font-size: 13px;" /><br style="background-color: white; color: #222222; font-family: arial, sans-serif; font-size: 13px;" /><span style="background-color: white; color: #222222; font-family: arial, sans-serif; font-size: 13px;">Gemini rules our mental approach and our mouths, and with it's ruling planet Mercury in bigger is better Sagittarius, brilliant ideas are forming, information is being exchanged rapidly and there is a real feeling of a need for excitement and variety. The duality challenge here is to be able to share our thoughts in a way that reveals our honest interest and our true curious nature rather than coming off as a big-mouth, know-it-all.</span><br style="background-color: white; color: #222222; font-family: arial, sans-serif; font-size: 13px;" /><br style="background-color: white; color: #222222; font-family: arial, sans-serif; font-size: 13px;" /><span style="background-color: white; color: #222222; font-family: arial, sans-serif; font-size: 13px;">Uranus in Aries is already slowing down to shift directions tomorrow and it's beginning to feel like a pressure cooker ready to burst our top off. The retrograde has kept the lid on things pretty tight since July, and perhaps so tight this new energy takes us by surprise, but nevertheless, now all bets are off. Intensity is heightened and tempers are starting to flare. And as the square to transformational Pluto continues throughout next year, the duality challenge here is between persist progress and dramatic destruction. Either way may get you to your desired destination, and it is likely that neither will be sunshine and roses, but one certainly takes more grace and awareness than the other.</span><br style="background-color: white; color: #222222; font-family: arial, sans-serif; font-size: 13px;" /><br style="background-color: white; color: #222222; font-family: arial, sans-serif; font-size: 13px;" /><span style="background-color: white; color: #222222; font-family: arial, sans-serif; font-size: 13px;">So if we know the changes we need to make in our lives to kick 2014 in the direction of our true desires and purpose, this can give us just the power needed to break through any barriers blocking our way. However, if we don't act consciously and use atleast some reservations, we could just burn a lot of rubber or blow up all the bridges we crossed to get there. The choice is yours.</span><br style="background-color: white; color: #222222; font-family: arial, sans-serif; font-size: 13px;" /><br style="background-color: white; color: #222222; font-family: arial, sans-serif; font-size: 13px;" /><span style="background-color: white; color: #222222; font-family: arial, sans-serif; font-size: 13px;">And lastly, speaking of kicking off 2014 and choices, using this Gemini Full Moon energy to put all your goals in writing would be a wise way to use it. Venus, the planet of choice, goes retrograde this weekend and rules most of the things we will be wishing for this holiday season...more money, new job, new love, etc...</span><br style="background-color: white; color: #222222; font-family: arial, sans-serif; font-size: 13px;" /><br style="background-color: white; color: #222222; font-family: arial, sans-serif; font-size: 13px;" /><span style="background-color: white; color: #222222; font-family: arial, sans-serif; font-size: 13px;">So before we go Venus reflective until January's end and before the Sun moves into Capricorn to hibernate for the winter solstice kick off on Saturday, get all the busy holiday prep finished and build your wish list for the big changes you want to make next year. And most importantly, move and speak with the acute awareness that we are ALL feeling the same pressures and words of support and conciliation will go much further than a fiery attitude of personal agenda and impulsive, selfish behavior.</span><br style="background-color: white; color: #222222; font-family: arial, sans-serif; font-size: 13px;" /><br style="background-color: white; color: #222222; font-family: arial, sans-serif; font-size: 13px;" /><span style="background-color: white; color: #222222; font-family: arial, sans-serif; font-size: 13px;">So in honor of the late Paul Walker, we can all appreciate the need for speed and the love of the rush of danger, but unfortunately, when you chose that lifestyle you also run the risk of sudden changes that end it all. Very sad and devastating. So please proceed with some caution during these fast and furious times.</span><br style="background-color: white; color: #222222; font-family: arial, sans-serif; font-size: 13px;" /><br style="background-color: white; color: #222222; font-family: arial, sans-serif; font-size: 13px;" /><span style="background-color: white; color: #222222; font-family: arial, sans-serif; font-size: 13px;">The new year may not start off with a bang, but this year will certainly end on one. And awareness is key to ensure you are on a positive path when the new year begins rather than cleaning up debris and wreckage.</span><br style="background-color: white; color: #222222; font-family: arial, sans-serif; font-size: 13px;" /><br style="background-color: white; color: #222222; font-family: arial, sans-serif; font-size: 13px;" /><span style="background-color: white; color: #222222; font-family: arial, sans-serif; font-size: 13px;">Hold on to each other my friends and try to enjoy the thrill of the ride, while exercising extreme awareness....For your well Being!</span>Live and Learn Astrologyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02591664784736247998noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1299731503667163424.post-56378801031748431812013-12-07T08:37:00.000-08:002014-04-12T19:38:30.328-07:00Mars in Libra - Can we play fair?<div class="MsoNormal">
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Mars enters Libra, <b>"Fair Play"</b> will be the theme from now until July
25th 2014! It has an extra long stay because it will retrograde from March 1st
to May 18th 2014.</span></span></div>
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<span style="line-height: 115%;"><b>During
this time we will all be forced to take into consideration the feelings, ideas
and desires of others before we act or undoubtedly we will not achieve what we
desire either. </b>And this placement is not comfortable for Mars because his
natural ruling sign, Aries, is much happier when his needs are getting met
first. If yours happen to get met as a result, good for you, but it doesn't
usually come with the mission without real self-awareness. So this can be
challenging for some of our strong Aries influenced friends.</span></div>
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<span style="color: #222222;"><span style="line-height: 115%;">However,
this is a great time to realize that 'no man is an island', and we need each
other. No one person has every single resource, connection, skill or talent
necessary to manifest their dreams fully. We may have all that we need within
to secure our own confidence, value system, and worth of having it, which is
essential first in its manifesting anyway, but the design is not complete
without coming together with 'others' to reveal it to the rest of the world. </span></span><b><span style="color: #222222;"><span style="line-height: 115%;">So
collaboration and </span><span style="line-height: 18px;">cooperation</span><span style="line-height: 115%;"> are key to all success in the physical world.</span></span></b></div>
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<span style="line-height: 115%;">So the
duality here is Self and other, and the ruling planet of (Self) is in the sign
of the (Other)! This provides a huge opportunity to bring a new balance and
success into our lives that is created based on what we GIVE more than what we
are trying to get. We have a chance to build win-win partnerships and direct our
actions with that mutually beneficial intention.</span></div>
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<span style="line-height: 115%;">Now,
even though all that sounds pretty, I am not saying it will be easy. It most
likely won't be completely enjoyable for any of us. Although these are both
Cardinal, or initiating energies, Libra is often indecisive and Mars is the
aggressive, 'just do it' force, so it may make us feel stuck and suspended
without a clear direction at all, constantly in an annoying state of back and
forth. It may also mean that some relationships will end if the parties are not
working well together and playing fairly. The good news is that this could
happen amicably or without much resistance since the fire of Mars is squelched
by the over thinking process of the Libra Air. (Baring any other fiery
transiting planet placements)</span></div>
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<span style="line-height: 115%;">Either
way, stay or go, success or failure, movement or holding firmly in place,
whatever direction this transit pushes you in your life, the result will be the
best for all parties involved. </span><b style="line-height: 115%;">We all
want a life that is fun, exciting and progressing as well as to live in a peaceful,
fair and loving world with others. So remember that regardless of what
'happens', what we learn from this time will be valuable information that will
support our journey forward in communicating and dealing better within all
forms of relationships!</b><span style="line-height: 115%;"> And won't that make it all worth it?</span></div>
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<span style="line-height: 115%;">If you
would like to know specifically how this movement of Mars through Libra will be
playing out for you, I am available for consultations. Please feel free to
email me at<span class="apple-converted-space"> </span></span><a href="mailto:info@dualityandbeyond.com" style="background-color: transparent;"><span style="color: #1155cc; line-height: 115%;">info@dualityandbeyond.com</span></a><span class="apple-converted-space" style="background-color: transparent;"><span style="line-height: 115%;"> </span><span style="line-height: 115%;">or got to my website, <a href="http://www.dualityandbeyond.com/">www.dualityandbeyond.com</a> to learn more about my services and products. </span></span><span style="color: #333333; font-size: 15px; line-height: 20px;">And sign up for my </span><a href="http://eepurl.com/xmCWD" style="color: #6699cc; font-size: 15px; line-height: 20px; text-decoration: none;">Newsletter</a><span style="color: #333333; font-size: 15px; line-height: 20px;"> for even more detailed insight delivered to your inbox each month. </span><span style="color: #333333; font-size: 15px; line-height: 20px;"> </span></div>
</span></span>Live and Learn Astrologyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02591664784736247998noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1299731503667163424.post-58338469351907353692013-10-20T10:27:00.001-07:002013-10-20T10:27:23.724-07:00Soul's Retreat<div class="MsoNormal">
<span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; line-height: 115%;">If the Aries
Lunar Eclipse wasn't intense enough for you, hold on for a drop into the abyss
of an opportunity to transform, discover and re-discover who you are...for real!</span></div>
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<b>21st,</b> <b>Mercury goes retrograde in Scorpio</b> <b>@ 18 degrees</b> (thru Nov. 10th).</span></span></div>
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revisit our emotional life to see how well it is working with or against our
mental process and to discover it's true influence over our physical lives. Look
back at my early post on three tips for <a href="http://dualityandbeyond.blogspot.com/2013/10/managing-mercury-retrograde.html">Managing Mercury Retrograde</a> and perhaps
take my <a href="http://dualityandbeyond.blogspot.com/2013/10/retrograde-challenge.html">Retrograde Challenge</a> to help with the process. I am taking my own
advice and after that doozy of a Full Moon Eclipse, I know what I need to look
at. To see what you need to look at, find 18 degrees Scorpio in your chart for
the house placement. This can help direct you to the area of life most in need
of review for the transformation to occur. And because things might still be so
foggy with Neptune in Pisces overwhelm it might not be clear which path you truly
need to go down.<o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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Scorpio</b>. Happy Birthday to all you
naturally dark, mysterious lovers of the intense Soul Search. And I speak with
real love here because I may be an Aquarius Sun, but it lives in the 8th House
of Scorpio along with Mercury and my North Node, so I am also that which I
speak of. I believe life is a journey of endless transformation and I also know
that that comes with the ability and willingness to get dirty, lose my shit
sometimes and get totally lost in my own 'stuff' before I come out on the other
side...clean, reborn and ready to go again. This to me is fully embracing life
in all its duality and moving beyond to have beautiful moments of joy and enlightenment. </span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">So although handling crisis or major transformation may come more naturally for Scorpio's, it can be much tougher for others. But we all have Scorpio influences in our chart, even if you have no planets in this sign. Scorpio shows where we struggle for power and control in our lives and more importantly where we might much better serve ourselves if we surrendered a bit. </span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;"><b>Friday Oct. 25th Sun in Scorpio makes an enhancing trine to
Neptune in Pisces @ 2 degrees. </b>Neptune in it's natural sign of Pisces is a great agent for the needed compassion and surrender called upon to endure the challenges of change. So this can inspire a deeper realization of how we are all both beautiful/light
and ugly/dark both inside and out, no matter what mask we wear every day to
survive. We are more than the sum of our parts, and that includes the 'bad'
parts. So try not to be too hard on yourself or others, but instead look for how
we can compassionately support each other's deeper humanity as we all search
for our personal soul truth. On a lighter note, it might also inspire a great Halloween costume if you haven't found one already. </span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Arial, sans-serif;">I hope this insight can help you navigate this week and beyond with consciousness and success. And remember you can follow me on <a href="https://www.facebook.com/pages/Duality-and-BeyondAstrology-Impressions-for-Your-well-Being/106189092756681?ref=hl">facebook</a> and <a href="https://twitter.com/LivingAstrology">twitter</a> for more daily support. </span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Arial, sans-serif;">Please share your thoughts and comment below! I want to hear how these Astrological times are impacting you and how I can best serve you in the future. </span></div>
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