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Mars in Aries

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In mythology, Mars was the Roman god of war and second only to Jupiter in the Roman pantheon. Similar to the Greek god of war Ares, Mars, was seen as a protector of Rome and the Roman way of life and as a defender of city borders and frontiers. The planet Mars takes approximately two years to orbit the Sun and spends on average about 6 weeks in each sign of the zodiac.  Mars moved into the sign of his rulership Aries on 27 June 2020 where he will stay until 6 January 2021.  The unusual thing about Mars’ journey … Continue reading →

Venus Retrograde

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The concept of retrograde in astrology refers to an optical illusion from the perspective of the Earth. Retrograde motion is an apparent change in the movement of a planet through the sky because of its position and speed of movement around the Sun relative to the Earth.  Planets do not physically start moving backwards in their orbit but just appear to do so from our point of view on Earth.   Imagine two trains are leaving a station at the same time. If you are on the faster one, the one beside you appears to be going backwards; even though they … Continue reading →

Venus Morning and Evening Star

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Enigmatic Venus is our closest planetary neighbour and is the brightest planet in the sky.  She looks like a star with the naked eye but unlike stars that emit their own light, Venus is a planet and reflects the light from the Sun. Venus is the second planet closest to the Sun, Earth being the third, and never ventures very far from the Sun from our perspective on Earth. Sometimes when she is very close to the Sun, she is lost in its glare and becomes invisible. When she is at her furthest separation from the Sun –referred to as … Continue reading →

Awakening and Empowerment

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Super Full Moon 17°20’ Scorpio at 8.46pm on 7 May 2020 The extraordinary events on earth at this time are mirrored by the unusual and unprecedented movements of the planets throughout 2020, triggered by the conjunction of Pluto and Saturn on 12 January. May brings us the third full Super Moon in a row this year.  A full Moon is the peak of the Moon cycle and occurs when the Moon is opposite the Sun; and from the Earth we can see the Moon fully illuminated by the light of the Sun.  When the Moon in its orbit is closest … Continue reading →

Super Moon Full Moon in Virgo 2020

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Super Moon Full Moon in Virgo at 19°37’ 4.49 am 10 March The full Moon is the peak of the Moon’s cycle where the Sun and Moon are opposite each other and the full light of the Sun (consciousness) illuminates the Moon (the unconscious, emotional realm).  As such the full Moon is linked to closure, culmination, completion, fruition, illumination and realisation.  The upcoming full Moon in Virgo (Moon in Virgo opposite the Sun in Pisces) is a Super Moon where the Moon in its orbit is very close to the Earth, and therefore has a stronger influence on the Earth … Continue reading →

The Astrology of 2020

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A look at the planetary patterns for the year ahead and a glimpse into the unfolding decade 2 February 2020 at Henley Community Centre, 2 Crown Street Henley Sydney NSW 2111, 11.30 am to 1.30 pm 1 March 2020 at The Abode of Peace, 45 Kings Rd, Cooranbong NSW 2265, 11.30 am to 1.30 pm Join me for a 2 hour interactive workshop on the astrology of 2020 and discover what’s in store for you in the year ahead and beyond. You will learn about the movements of the outer planets and how we are seeing these mirrored in world events – … Continue reading →

Revolution of the Spirit

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Uranus semi square Neptune 2017 – 2019 From 2017 – 2019 there is a very interesting “minor” astrological aspect in operation.  In astrology the angular relationships that planets make with one another are known as aspects.  Aspects show how the planets work together and modify each others’ expression.  Astrologers consider the major aspects as most significant when interpreting a chart.  The minor aspects are mostly subdivisions of the major aspects and add depth and detail to the overall picture. The square (major aspect of 90 degrees) indicates tension or friction between energies; the challenge being to constantly reconcile two forces … Continue reading →

Jupiter in Scorpio 2017: Emotional Transformation

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Jupiter, also known as Zeus in Greek mythology, was the King of the Gods and ruled over the heavens and all the deities on Mount Olympus.  In astrology Jupiter is associated with expansion, abundance, optimism, opportunities and success and is known as the Great Benefic.  Jupiter amplifies and expands all that it contacts, knows no boundaries and can be larger than life; verging on excessive.  Jupiter was also considered to be the patron deity of the Roman state, in charge of laws and social order, and is associated with justice and the search for meaning, truth and wisdom. Since September … Continue reading →

Revolution of the Heart: Total Solar Eclipse in Leo

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A solar eclipse is a supercharged new moon bringing powerful new beginnings.  Solar eclipses occur when the Sun and Moon are conjunct (in the same place) in the heavens and are close to the nodes of the Moon.  The Moon travels across the face of the Sun and blocks the light from the Sun to the Earth in certain locations.  For the first time in 99 years a total solar eclipse will fall across the path of the USA, plunging parts of the country into darkness.  The effect is like a reset, like turning off the power to your computer … Continue reading →

Lunar Eclipse August 2017

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  The Sun in Leo period of 23 July – 23 August this year is especially dynamic and volatile due to a number of exceptional planetary configurations.  There is a strong energy of action and change in the external world signified by Mars being so close to the Sun and by Uranus stationing retrograde, amplifying restlessness and urging us to break free of restrictions. In concert with this external turbulence, the planets Pluto, Neptune, Chiron and Saturn are retrograde (joined by Uranus and Mercury later in the month) encouraging us to turn inward and anchor our energy. Early August brings … Continue reading →