July 25 to September 22, Fall Equinox Transits of the Season
Expanding on the observations of Jupiter into Leo, it is crucial to remember that every ingress of a slower moving planet creates waves, often marked by natural or political world events, particularly because the planet always meets with the Sun just before or soon after it enters the new sign. Jupiter will receive the blessings from the solar“ King” for its journey into Leo on July 25th, as both bodies will be at 2 degrees of the sign. This meeting will stimulate high expectations and promise, and will boost creativity and leadership. It coincides with a square to Mars, making its first steps into Scorpio. If Jupiter in Leo represents the fertility of life, abundant creativity, heart and celebration, Mars in Scorpio brings ruptures, change, and intense power fluctuations. The Sun, Jupiter, and Mars are the fire planet triad, and when in fire and water signs, they carry an intense emotional charge, potentially moving us in extreme ways: they can stimulate important breakthroughs and bring the necessary changes to open up new pathways for our development – we will feel the deep need to break free from anything that holds us back from our fuller potential.
Notwithstanding, this change can be experienced as a climax of intense emotions where we simultaneously celebrate a new birth and grieve a painful separation. Both pain and joy are dramatized by the square of Jupiter in Leo to Mars in Scorpio.
The Leo-Scorpio dance of life, death, and transformation will continue all through August with Mercury and Venus eventually joining in, and further stimulating our creative juices.
MAURICE FERNANDEZ
Jupiter in Leo squares Mars in Scorpio – August 1( 3 Leo / Scorpio) Jupiter in Leo quincunx Neptune in Pisces- August 15( 6 Leo / Pisces) Saturn in Scorpio quincunx Uranus in Aries – August( 15 Scorpio / Aries) Mars in Scorpio conjuncts Saturn – August 25( 17 Scorpio)
Mars marches on to meet Saturn at 17 Scorpio on August 25th. This high octane conjunction has strong militaristic tones, and with a Middle East already overheated by the fire of ISIS and Israeli-Palestinian defiance, we can only expect more defensive attitudes, there and in other places around the world. Soon after, Venus squares this conjunction and intensifies the potential for clashes and separations. The glass will need to be broken, the tooth extracted, and the abscess drained … it is not comfortable, but it has to be done. On a personal level, if you’ re contemplating leaving your job or an unhealthy relationship, this could be the green light – break those eggs and make your omelet.
In the course of August, Jupiter in Leo quincunx Neptune in Pisces can spur a deflation or disappointment for those who got too carried away by overly optimistic expectations. Initially both Jupiter in Leo and Neptune in Pisces transport us to the boundless realm where everything seems possible, and we feel invincible, but through the quincunx, the excess is curbed, and we are humbled. We may need to downsize or rethink our approach. However, if we remain centered and aligned, this configuration can open the gate for higher inspiration and for new spiritual revelations in order to better understand the true role and purpose of what we do.
With Saturn in Scorpio quincunx Uranus in Aries throughout the month of August, we are negotiating very complex forces. This aspect calls for solutions and breakthroughs in existing problems; however, at the same time, nothing can be rushed or forced. The knot can only be untied with patience and attention. Otherwise, the risk of complication, miscommunication, and crises increases.
While there was such a strong focus on Cardinal signs during the first half of the year 2014, the focus shifts this season the fixed signs. Whatever was conceptualized at that time, can finally be brought to fruition now. This birth will stimulate strong reactions, both enthusiasm and controversy, but as it is in fixed signs, the power to make life truly meaningful is completely in our own hands!
Sunday August 3 Alexandra Karacostas( CA)
wisdomastrology. com
Relationship Talk It ' s an Inside Job A discussion exploring how habits, values, attraction and karmic connections are reflected in the interplay of the Sun, Moon, Venus, Saturn, the anglesand lunar nodes, along with other factors in the horoscope.
Sunday September 7 Frank Clifford( UK)
flareuk. com Palmistry For Astrologers
If the horoscope is a blueprint based on a fixed moment in time, the hand is a road map under constant revision: lines change when we alter track. Today, learn how palmistry can corroborate and fine-tune our understanding of the planets.
Sunday October 12 Armand Diaz( NY)
integralastrology. net
Integral Astrology How is it that so many types of astrology exist, and all seem valid? What about questions of fate and free will? Does astrology describe internal states or external events? We can answer these questions in a meaningful way if we explore the roots of each kind of astrology and the culture in which it emerged. Emphasis is on the role of culture and consciousness in astrological interpretation, with useful information for the practicing astrologer.
Sunday November 9 Margaret Gray( HI)
astrologypsychological. com
Exploring the Core Soul Themes of the Composite Chart We will explore some ways of identifying the soul purpose of our relationships as outlined in the composite chart. Why have we truly come together and how may we best grow with the help of the planetary transits and progressions to the composite chart? How might this differ for each individual in the relationship?
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