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Astrologer OPA ’ s Quarterly Magazine V25-01 MARCH EQUINOX 2016 page 8

Mars RX

TIKI
into the world of living and to expose him to light . The Hero tried to fight with his sword , but , as Hermes reminded him “ what you ’ re doing is in vain , because all the shapes you see are nothing more than shadows ”. As in everyday life , we are driven by our fears and self-destructive patterns but these demons are only shadows , creations of our denial to face the dark side of ourselves . Pluto asked the Hero to leave his armor – metals – aside and only then he was allowed to capture Kerveros . All he used was his
bare hands and his lion skin as a shield , a symbol of the Leo-Sun-light . This is our course towards death , not only in a physical plane , but in everything that holds us back when we refuse to change . When we leave attitudes , beliefs , habits , situations and people behind , it is a form of death that creates pain and feelings of loss . Psychological transformation comes through suffering , and any attempt to resist , control or manipulate , sinks us even deeper in the mud . We must reassess our values , needs and desires , in order to serve the true ones and not those imposed by the outer world .
On August 24 , the journey comes to an end , opening the synodic cycle of Mars-Saturn . Using all the experiences attained throughout the path , we are now ready to plot a new course , free from meaningless acts , fears , and frustrations . We need courage not horror , we need control over our actions , we need self-discipline and to dare to act within our limits . But above all , we need to KNOW . Besides , that ’ s what makes us humans …
Angela Tiki : angelatikis @ yahoo . gr R

Reflections on Mars

Retrograde 2016

by Kathryn Andren

In 2016 , Saturn square Neptune aspect is getting plenty of attention . This dynamic pattern gets extra power as Mars instigates both Saturn and Neptune during this year ’ s Mars Retrograde April 17 - June 29 , 2016 . Consider Mars retrograde a time to recall and reflect before making new moves . Mars is proactive and action oriented , acting first , thinking later . Notice if you feel challenges being reactive or proactive during this timing

More Mutable Energy Please
The big theme for 2016 is the “ mutable cross ” of Saturn square Neptune in Sagittarius and Pisces . Jupiter expands this party currently in Virgo . As these zodiac signs are all the last sign of a season , mutable energy encourages adaptability and change . Mars moving back from superior Sagittarius into secretive
Scorpio adds more passion and intensity to the mix .
The Mars retrograde starts in Sagittarius near supportive Saturn . On a personal level , now more then ever is a time to reconsider belief systems . What stories do I keep telling myself over and over ? Consider the roots of my beliefs . Squaring off to Neptune in dreamy Pisces , how do I know what is true ?
Questions for contemplation during Mars Retrograde :
• What is worth fighting for ?
• Who or what will you defend ?
• Where do you want to put your power , passion and energy ?
Mars pushes . It is a separating and discerning force . Are you feeling stuck ? Mars fires things up this year with Saturn and Neptune , serving as a catalyst how to make my vision a reality .
• Mars stations retrograde April 17 , 2016 at 8.54 Sagittarius
• Mars stations direct June 29 , 2016 at 23.03 Scorpio
• During this time steady Saturn is also retrograde :
• Saturn stations retrograde March 25 , 2016 at 16.24 Sagittarius
• Saturn stations direct August 13 at 9.47 Sag .
( NOTE : Mars retrograde point is within one degree of the Saturn direct point !)
Consider serious Saturn as the old boss while motivated Mars is the young punk who thinks he knows something .
Hot dates for 2016 :
Check out when the Sun and other personal planets are in the mutable signs this year . Take note , this is when there is extra fuel to the mutable mix . Adaptability and flexibility required !
1 . First week of June : Sun and Venus in Gemini add energy to the mutable cross , opposite Saturn and squared off to Neptune . Where ’ s the party ? What a perfect time to network , meet new people , gather information and share your ideas to many .
2 . Last week of August and early September . August a very important month as Mars direct approaches Saturn , meeting exactly August 24 . Sun in Virgo faces off to Neptune and instigates Saturn Mars in Sagittarius . Get to work !
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