by Somya Devi | Jan 25, 2017 | Astrology, Conjunctions, Eclipses, Events, Planets Changing Signs, Retrograde
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New Moon in Capricorn and Some Big Changes
The new lunar cycle begins on Friday, January 27th, with a New Moon in Capricorn and some big changes on the horizon. The exact time of the Dark Moon is at 4:07 pm PST on Friday, and from there we enter the new waxing cycle. The coming month brings forward the energy of Capricorn, where we feel the weight of Saturn pressuring us to reflect inwardly on our limitations and fears, and commit to taking responsibility for ourselves.
Saturn
Saturn’s force may feel especially dense right now because he is at the juncture of two signs, sidereal Scorpio and Sagittarius. This particular juncture between signs is one of the three places in the Vedic zodiac considered gandanta, the end of a knot. It is a very evolutionary place in the zodiac, where we are working with some deep-seated and tightly-bound karma. Saturn is the planet that makes us look at our long-term goals, fears, and responsibilities, and forces us to learn patience, perseverance, and commitment.
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Saturn officially changes signs, from Scorpio to Sagittarius, on January 26th, 2017 (see full Saturn in Sagittarius article), beginning a major three-year transit that will bring his influence to new areas of our lives. This transit will compel us to look deeply at our philosophies and how we stand and act behind them, and it will help us to commit to more inspired action to support what we believe in most.
At the moment, however, Saturn is still at zero degrees and in the process of settling into Sagittarius, now under Jupiter’s rulership. We are currently feeling the intensity of his gandanta position and facing some deep karma. This time offers the potential for doing a lot of maturing and unraveling our internal knots, particularly during the Capricorn cycle, during which we turn Saturn’s forces inward, by the feminine nature of this sign.
Sravana
This month is a good time to look deeply at our fears and what brings us the most pressure in life, and work on bringing some wisdom and internal strength forward to endure those challenges. The lunar cycle begins in Sravana nakshatra, a Vedic constellation within Capricorn that has to do with the ear and deeply listening. We can make great strides through listening deeply this month–perhaps through our own meditation practice, but also through paying attention to oral traditions (like astrology). Traveling, listening to music, and studying languages and other forms of communication can offer us a lot during this cycle. Lord Vishnu resides over this nakshatra, and inspires us to step up and align our internal structures in a way that supports our long-term goals.
Venus
Venus is also making a major transit this month, on January 27th, the same day as the new Moon cycle begins. Venus is entering Pisces where he will be exalted for the next four months (through May 30th). This means that we have the opportunity to find more intelligence in our relationships and in our pursuit of happiness, as we attempt to align our Venusian desires with our higher beliefs and philosophy (under Jupiter’s ruling influence on Pisces). There is also the potential to get carried away and romanticize everything or go overboard in escapism and indulgences, depending on the strength of Venus in our natal chart.
Jupiter
A few days after the new Moon begins, Jupiter will start his retrograde motion, on February 5th. This will last through June 9th, and during this time we will take a closer look at our philosophies and beliefs, as well as our higher education and teachers. It may be time to refine where we choose to put our energy, where and how we study, and who our teachers are.
Eclipses
Last but not least, we are most definitely in the orb of the eclipse cycle right now. There are solar and lunar eclipses coming on February 10th and 26th. These eclipses are the third set occurring with Rahu and Ketu, the lunar nodes, on the sidereal Leo-Aquarius axis (since January 2016). This transit has helped us to uncover our shadows in the dichotomy between personal empowerment and universal service. It has stirred the pot very particularly in the areas of life indicated by Leo and Aquarius in your chart. Now is the time to really harvest some of the lessons that have been offered over the last year, and see how and where you need to integrate changes into your life for the duration of their transit here (through August of this year.)
To help you make sense of these major astrological events, I am offering individual readings to look at Saturn, Venus, and the Eclipses, or you can request a 2017 Reading to talk about the effects of all three.
by Somya Devi | Jan 11, 2017 | Astrology, Conjunctions, Eclipses, Holy Days, Planets Changing Signs, Retrograde
Gemini Full Moon Offers a Fresh Start
The full Moon occurs in sidereal Gemini tonight! The exact full Moon time is 6:34 am EST on January 12th. This full Moon falls in the Vedic nakshatra of Punarvasu, a constellation of renewal. Meaning “good again,” or “more light,” this is a great nakshatra to connect with as we begin the new year. This star-sign comes after the stormy and turbulent nakshatra of Ardra, and represents the calm after the storm. Many people experienced 2016 as especially turbulent (and many astrological alignments contributed to that!). Now is is an excellent time to be reminded of the rebirth that can come after chaotic times.
Punarvasu can be identified in sidereal Gemini, around the stars Castor and Pollux. The preceding constellation, Ardra, is ruled by Rudra, a fierce form of Shiva. He reminds us of the destructive powers of nature, and challenges us to find peace and consciousness amidst turmoil. Punarvasu comes after Ardra, and signifies the return of light. During this time of year we begin to feel the light of the Sun returning after the December solstice, as the seasons begin to wax in the northern hemisphere. The deity for this nakshatra is Aditi, a fertile mother-goddess. After the rains, the ground becomes moist, lush and ready for new life to begin its journey upward.
What have the intense rains of winter watered in your life? What has been destroyed by them, creating space for something new to be planted? Where have you nourished the grounds thus far, and what do you desire to grow this year? Now is a time to rise up and connect with your intentions, offering your vision forward and finding the light after the wreckage. The Gemini full Moon offers a fresh start. This is fitting as it coincides with the start of the New Year, and also with Makara Sankranti (January 14th), a Hindu holiday celebrating the return of the light when the Sun enters sidereal Capricorn.
Both Gemini and Punarvasu are strongly dual in nature, enabling us to see both sides of a situation. In Western lore, the twins, Castor and Pollux are found here. In Vedic mythology, Gemini is called Mithuna, “the pair.” The two figures were seen in Vedic times as a male and a female, representing the yin and yang aspects of existence, and the dance between the two.
Gemini reminds us to be open, curious, and playful. The full Moon here offers a contrast to the strongly opinionated and purposeful energy of Sagittarius, where we began this cycle. Under a Sagittarian influence, we move and act closely in alignment with our beliefs. This can sometimes lead us in the right direction, but sometimes can lead us into dogmatism or over-zealousness. Gemini reminds us to remain flexible, and allows us to change directions if we want. The light of the full Moon here illuminates the amenable and resilient side of ourselves, and aids us in going with the flow and adapting to life’s circumstance. This lunar cycle teaches us to move with purpose, while at the same time reminds us of the need to stay open.
The energy of this month may be very tough on relationships, as we’ve had Venus, Mars, and Ketu joining together in Aquarius for the last couple of weeks. All three remain here for another week more to come, and Venus and Ketu stay joined through the 27th. Ketu with Venus brings up doubts and shadows around relationships, while Mars adds a level of passion and intensity that can result in arguing or fighting. Ketu also has the potential to break things and set us free from the past. If you’ve been trying to move forward from something or someone, this could be the time. If you’re trying to hold something together, be aware of the added challenge that is coming from this alignment. With these planets in Aquarius, work on aligning your relationships, pursuit of happiness, and actions with your highest goals. Service to society or a greater cause will help you to work with these energies now.
We’re nearing another eclipse cycle, with the nodes eclipsing the Moon and Sun (partially) on February 10th and 26th. This is the last full eclipse cycle with the nodes on the Leo-Aquarius axis. If you never read the report for your sign about this, download the free e-book now. The coming eclipse cycle is a final time to get a really good glimpse of our shadows around power and service, and particularly in relation to the house-axis aligned with Leo and Aquarius in your Vedic chart. If there are lessons you’ve been trying to ignore for the past year, don’t pass up this opportunity to pay attention to them and make some changes in your life, whether internal or external.
At the end of the month, on January 26th, Saturn will enter Sagittarius for the first time, after a 2.5-year transit through Scorpio. This will bring big changes in where and how we approach our long-term goals, and where we feel acute pressures in life. Then on the 27th, Venus will transit into Pisces, where he’ll remain exalted for four full months, including a 6-week period in retrograde motion. This has major impact potential for relationships and how we approach happiness in general. Stay updated to get the upcoming forecasts for your sign on both of these major transits!
Personal 2017 Readings are now available, as well as Eclipse Readings. If you’ve had a reading from me previously you can order the full session or a 30-minute session for either or both of these. Happy New Year!
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by Somya Devi | Dec 26, 2016 | Astrology, Conjunctions, Events, Retrograde
New Moon of Cosmic Waters Begins the New Year
The New Moon cycle begins on the night of December 28th, at 10:53 p.m. PST. Sun and Moon coincide in sidereal Sagittarius in Purva Ashada nakshatra, joining a retrograde Mercury. Purva Ashada is a Vedic constellation that translates as the “invincible one” or the “undefeated.” There is a powerful energy of victory associated with this star-sign, which falls in the middle of the powerful sign of Sagittarius.
The Sagittarius cycle brings an energy of optimism, as this sign is the outward expression of the planet Jupiter. Jupiter guides our philosophy and beliefs, as well as hope and optimism, so in Sagittarius we feel inspired to put our values into actions. This can inspire a lot of charitable work and humanitarian efforts. Sagittarius is also a fire sign, so we can get incredibly passionate about working for our beliefs here.
Purva Ashada nakshatra represents the middle of the Sagittarius constellation, and is associated with both power and fluidity. The deity for this star is Apas, the deification of water. The energy of this New Moon of the cosmic waters begins the new year for us a few days later.
In 2016 we experienced a wide-scale rising of struggles for water rights even here in the “first-world” United States. Scientists and spiritual leaders alike have told us that wars will be waged over this vital natural resource, and sadly we have reached the point where that is a reality. On the Dark Moon night of December 28th may we go inward and deeply contemplate our relationship with this elemental life-giver. Connect with Apas as the living embodiment of water if this helps you to strengthen your connection and prayers.
This could be a tough month for relationships as well as societal power struggles, because Venus, Mars, and Ketu now all join in Aquarius, opposite from Rahu in Leo. Ketu brings forth a lot of shadow energy and the combination of Ketu and Mars can be explosive. The affect of these two together with Venus could take a toll on our relationships, bringing up a lot of latent unspoken grievances and arguments about them. This is a time for self-scrutiny, as we are now approaching the last set of eclipses with Rahu and Ketu on the Leo-Aquarius axis. These eclipses will be coming in February.
Personal shadow work may be arising now, especially as we are in the middle of the last kala sarpa yoga cycle that we will experience until late next year. A kala sarpa alignment is indicated when all of the planets are on one side of the nodal axis (Rahu and Ketu are always opposite each other, forming this axis). This alignment usually brings a lot of intensity and upheaval, especially on the inner scale.
There is a range of interpretation as to whether a kala sarpa yoga occurs only when the planets are in between the nodes and not in the same sign as them, or also when they are in between the nodes and joining them within the same sign. That is to say, the current alignment may be considered a looser kala sarpa by some, or not at all by others, because Venus and Mars are in the same sign as Ketu, and Mars will soon be passing Ketu. Nevertheless, the strong proximity and association with the nodes still make for the “heavy times” energy that a kala sarpa yoga tends to bring.
This New Moon joins the Sun along with a retrograde Mercury in Sagittarius. Mercury will be retrograde until January 8th. If you’re making any travel arrangements or other plans during this period, leave yourself extra time for unexpected delays and schedule changes. It’s also a good time to go back and finish conversations that were previously unresolved.
All in all, this is a time where self-awareness is very important, largely because of the strong influence of Ketu. Ketu is one of the planets of the subconscious, so a lot of the energy arising now, in our actions, arguments, and relationships, is from a place that we do not completely understand. There is much wisdom to be gained here, however. The dark Moon time is a great time to meditate and listen to your own inner voice.Remember also to honor the water element, within and without.
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by Somya Devi | Dec 10, 2016 | Astrology, Conjunctions, Retrograde
Full Moon in Mrigashira, The Wandering Deer
This month the Moon reaches peak fullness on Tuesday, December 13th at 4:06 pm PST, near the end of sidereal Taurus, in Mrigashira nakshatra. Mrigashira is a Vedic constellation bridging the Taurus and Gemini sections of the sky. It is made up of four stars along Orion’s shoulder that form the shape of a deer’s head. The full Moon here calls forth the gentle and wandering energy of the deer. The playful and curious nature of this star illuminates the contrast to the deep and intense energy of Scorpio, where we began this Moon cycle.
The Scorpio Cycle
The lunar month began with the Sun and Moon joined in sidereal Scorpio, under the heavy influence of a kala sarpa yoga. The “black snake” shadow energy imposed by the nodal alignment contributed to fears brought on by Saturn’s conjunction with an already self-protective Moon in Scorpio. Scorpio is the sign that most deeply reminds us of our vulnerability. When the Moon is here we can erect an insect-like shell to protect ourselves from harm and danger. The emotions during a Scorpio lunar cycle can be extremely intense, due to Mars’ rulership of this fixed, introverted water sign. It’s a time when we become deeply aware of currents that lie below the surface.
Scorpio reminds us of the universal constant: change. The acute awareness of this we experience during the Scorpio cycle can feel overwhelming (especially if we don’t have a lot of Scorpio energy in our natal chart and aren’t used to it). The kala sarpa alignment on top of this brings up layers of our shadow work, including both old and new traumas. But as with every Moon cycle, the full Moon is a balancing point that illuminates the opposite side of the sky and helps us to integrate the lessons of the cycle.
This full Moon in Taurus (on the cusp of Gemini) helps us to find some stability in our heart centers amidst turbulent times. Whichever sign the Moon transits influences the mood of our hearts and minds. Beginning the cycle in vulnerable Scorpio set the tone for the month, but on the days when the Moon transits Taurus (Dec. 12-13) we reconnect with the strong stability of the bull. The Moon is exalted in Taurus, offering us the best chance for a peaceful mental state, because this earth sign provides a strong and steady place for the heart and mind to rest. Venus is the ruler of Taurus, so here we can take a break from the warrior energy brought on by Mars-ruled Scorpio and just enjoy the beauty in our lives for a moment.
Mrigashira
This full Moon falls in the last few degrees of Taurus, which comprise the beginning of Mrigashira nakshatra. Mrigashira is a light-hearted and curious star-sign. Like the deer she represents, this constellation likes to avoid danger and compels us to look at the bright side of life. Also like the deer, there is a wandering and searching nature to this star, so we may notice ourselves feeling restless while the Moon is here, despite the grounded and earthy quality of Taurus. People with this star prominent in their birth charts tend to move from place to place a lot in life. The deity for Mrigashira is Soma, a name for the Moon, and there is also an association with Parvati here.
Ayurvedic Tips
During this full Moon the Sun is joined closely with Saturn. This can be vata-aggravating to our physical health and nervous system. As we are now in the vata season in the northern hemisphere, we need to pay extra attention to our self-care routines and avoid exposure to cold and wind as much as possible. It’s best to follow a vata-pacifying diet at this time of year, full of warm and nourishing soups and stews with plenty of heating digestive spices and teas. It’s a good practice to rub sesame oil on the soles of the feet before bed, as well as a few drops around the ears and on the top of the head. Be sure to get plenty of sleep, and drink warm liquids, avoiding ice and cold beverages. Favor moist, heavy cooked foods over dry, light and raw foods, which are vata-aggravating.
Mars, Venus & Mercury
Mars will have just entered Aquarius on Tuesday, where he’ll transit for the next month. This could bring inspire us to take actions for the greater good, and get involved with selfless service. At the same time, Mars is now joining Ketu, which could bring some confusion around how we direct our actions, and could deplete our energy a bit. Venus is still in Capricorn and receiving an aspect from its ruler, Saturn. This makes us approach relationships with more practicality, and we may feel ready to take on more responsibility towards supporting them. This is a great time to consider what structures we need to implement to support our long-term goals in our relationships. We may have to step it up a notch to meet those. One more heads up–Mercury goes retrograde on December 19th! Though you may tend to overthink this and could encounter some technological glitches, try to take advantage of its positive potential. Mercury retrograde can give you the chance to revisit and clear up some previously unresolved conversations over the holidays.
Solstice
The solstice is coming on December 21st! The shortest day of the year in the northern hemisphere, and the longest in the south. This is the day that the Sun shifts from his northern to southern course, as we see things from Earth. A few days of darkness can incite the most inward and introverted time of the year (especially around the next New Moon on December 28th), so be gentle with yourself especially when you find yourself socializing and interacting with family to the max. December 18th through January 2nd will be our last kala sarpa cycle for a while. Though not as intense as the last few, some of our darker layers of karma could continue to arise.
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*Very limited readings are available before the end of the year, but I’m booking Live 2017 Readings throughout January until spots fill up.
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by Somya Devi | Nov 28, 2016 | Astrology, Conjunctions
On Monday night the Moon and Sun will coincide in the heart of the scorpion, leading us into a New Moon in Scorpio in the early morning. The exact conjunction will be at 4:18 am PST on the morning of November 29th. The dark Moon night is always a time to go inward, and this new Moon in particular offers the chance to go really deep. Not only are the Moon and Sun coinciding in Scorpio, a sign of depth and intensity, but they are right in the middle of a kala sarpa yoga between Rahu and Ketu.
At this new Moon time, Rahu and Ketu fall at 13° of sidereal Leo and Aquarius, respectively, and Sun and Moon at 13° of Scorpio, exactly in between. A kala sarpa yoga is formed when all of the planets are on one side of the Rahu-Ketu axis, with none in the planets on the other side (see picture). This refers to the seven major planets recognized in Vedic astrology–Sun, Moon, Mars, Mercury, Jupiter, Venus, and Saturn.
Kala Sarpa can be translated as either the “black snake” or the “serpent of time.” As you can imagine, whenever this alignment occurs we experience some intense or dark energy at large. One of the best words to describe the kala sarpa circumstance is heavy. The nodes, also called the shadow planets, relate to some of our deepest subconscious drives and karma. When the other planets fall on one side of their axis, a lot of the subconscious buildup can surface all of a sudden and we can feel overwhelmed with the amount that life is putting on our plate. It can also appear as the actual occurrence of intense karmic events. If we stay dedicated in practice, meditation, and focus, however, we can find clearer vision and discrimination on how we can use these circumstances for our growth.
We’ve experienced the kala sarpa yoga many times in the last year. When this alignment occurs, it lasts for two weeks at a time, from when the Moon passes Rahu until it passes Ketu, after passing all the other planets in between. This incidence will end in about a week, and then two weeks later we’ll begin the last kala sarpa cycle until late next year. Between now and then there will always be some planets on both sides of the Rahu-Ketu axis. In the late part of 2017, they will all pass Rahu and it will begin again, for two weeks at a time over a few months.
There’s even more pressure surfacing to begin this lunar cycle, because Saturn is also situated in Scorpio, joining the new Moon. It is said that when Saturn visits you, he sits on your head, like a great weight. Adding his weight to this new Moon in Scorpio, we can expect to feel some heaviness and pressure through this lunar cycle, particularly when it comes to our own inner emotions and transformational power. Saturn’s goal is to teach us how to slow down, be patient, make commitments, and persevere through hard work to reach our desired long-term goals. When we apply his energy this way in Scorpio, we can make great strides in spiritual and emotional development.
Scorpio is a feminine water sign, which brings up our inner emotions, and is ruled by Mars, the warrior planet. It is here that we face our deepest emotions and become aware of our vulnerable nature. We face the fears that are hidden deep within, and the temporary nature of all we hold dear. I think of Scorpio as the sign of the spiritual warrior, because once we become aware of these things, we can turn on Mars’ strength and courage in order to defeat these inner challenges.
Following the new Moon in Scorpio, it will be a month to get in touch with your inner warrior. Allow the passion and the tears, and use them to fortify yourself. It’s time to call upon the courage to look at our own dark sides. See the shadows in your mind that are holding you up–your fears–and strike your warrior’s sword against them.
The nakshatra (Vedic constellation) where this New Moon falls is Anuradha. Anuradha makes up the middle of Scorpio, including the bright star Antares, called the heart of the scorpion. Anuradha is an incredibly devotional nakshatra. It translates as “after Radha,” Krishna’s greatest devotee. Radha is widely recognized as the paramount example of devotion, so the one who chases after her surely wishes to embody and demonstrate devotion. Saturn’s association with Anuradha will help us to persevere in our quest to strengthen ourselves and our emotions.
Despite the difficulty that often accompanies Scorpio, the natural eighth sign, Anuradha is a place where great blossoming is possible. It is thus associated with the symbol of the lotus, whose pure beauty springs from the depths of mud and muck. The ruling deity of Anuradha is Mitra, a god of light and friendship. This reminds us that collaboration can be useful (sometimes even necessary), despite the fiercely introverted quality that the Moon in Scorpio compels. Through devotion and effort, as well as cooperation, the lunar cycle beginning around this star can lead to great successes.
This cycle offers awesome potential for growth and achievement, especially in the realm of overcoming inner fears and strengthening our emotions. An awareness of our fragility may be surfacing acutely, but the warrior spirit of Mars and the committed potential of Saturn offer tools to forge through the fears and move closer towards our goals. Mars and Saturn are considered malefic planets, but they are actually the ones who present challenges and opportunities that will make us stronger and wiser. Take some time to sit quietly on this dark Moon night, looking inward to see where you can wield your warrior’s sword and pressure yourself aptly, in order to transform and allow your inner lotus to blossom.
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by Somya Devi | Nov 11, 2016 | Astrology, Conjunctions
We can bask in the bright radiant glow of the Full Supermoon in Aries – illuminating our strength, this Sunday night, November 13th. The Moon will reach its peak of fullness on Monday morning at 5:52am PST. This one is “super” because the Moon is making his closest approach to earth — since 1948! This full Moon gives an enormous opportunity to remember how powerful we really are!
With the full Moon in sidereal Aries it’s time to reconnect with our inherent strength and power. This lunar cycle has been a doozy so far, with a lot of intensity going on in the world at large. The cycle began on October 30th with both the Sun and the Moon in Libra, where Sun falls debilitated. With Sun in Libra we can tend to feel a shortage of vitality. We may lack strength or reach a point of exhaustion while we try to balance too many things at once. Relationships can take a toll on our sense of individuality, as we strive to connect with our identity through interaction and reflection. We can deplete ourselves by trying to create balance in the world around us.
We also began this cycle under a Kala Sarpa yoga, with all planets in the sky on one side of the Rahu-Ketu nodal axis. This setup can bring heavy times and raise a lot of shadow work. The Kala Sarpa reached completion just around the hours of the final outcome of the US election, during which emotional intensity was heightened across the globe.
As the full Moon of this cycle reaches peak illumination in Aries, the sign opposite from Libra, we are reminded our inherent strength. Aries is where we do feel like powerful, courageous individuals. It’s the a place where anything seems possible, and we have the strength to stand up and shine brightly in any situation. It’s the place of new beginnings, where we find the courage to forge ahead fearlessly (granted by its ruler, Mars).
We can anticipate some intensity around this full Moon because of Mars. The fiery warrior planet fuels and intensifies our emotions as he rules and aspects the Moon. The lower side of Mars can unfortunately incite anger, arguments and violence, so it is definitely possible that we may continue to see these elements across the country or the world. The higher side of Mars, however, is what helps us to find self-discipline and the courage to do what’s right. When we turn the fiery passion of Mars on ourselves, we can commit to becoming the strongest warriors of light that we can be.
There’s a great chance of tapping into this higher potential of Mars because he is transiting sidereal Capricorn, where he’s considered exalted. Here he gains the strength of exaltation triply right now through a trifold influence of Saturn:
- Saturn has rulership over Mars in Capricorn, where he is exalted.
- Saturn is aspecting Mars in Capricorn, from Scorpio.
- Saturn and Mars are exchanging signs (because Mars rules Scorpio), further facilitating cooperation between the two.
Saturn creates a positive influence on Mars, especially in this instance, because Saturn brings stability, patience, and an awareness of long-term goals to the planet of strength and action. Mars on his own can tend to be impetuous and act out, and can sometimes lead us into trouble when we follow our primal instincts without hesitation. He can draw us into arguing or feeling angry. Under Saturn’s influence in Capricorn, however, Mars finds more patience and perspective. The feminine, reflective nature of Capricorn helps us to turn Mars’ energy inward. We can channel his power into greater discipline, using our strength to fulfill our duties and responsibilities, and working courageously for the long-term good.
There is great potential to positively channel Mars’ elevated passion during this full Moon, as he casts his ruling aspect on the Moon in Aries. At the same time, Jupiter continues transiting Virgo, which gives us the opportunity to put our principles and beliefs into physical practices and routines that support them. If there’s something you believe in that you’re feeling passionate about, this whole year of Jupiter’s transit through Virgo is the time to create a physical rhythm to support it. Communicating about our principles is also key here.
This full Moon is also aligned with the Vedic nakshatra called Krittika, “the cutter.” This constellation’s symbols are a razor, an axe, or a flame, and our emotions may feel razor-sharp and fiery right now. This is in contrast to the dull sense of vitality many experienced earlier this month due to the Sun in Libra, and the heaviness of the Kala Sarpa yoga weighing on the mind. We need to stay committed to raising this vibration, because it definitely can lead to a destructive fire if not used wisely.
The full Moon in Krittika reminds us of all the fire and strength of the cosmos fueling our minds and hearts. The deities who rule here are Agni and Kartikeya, the embodied Lord of Fire and the warrior son of Shiva and Parvati. Like Kali, Krittika can help to cut away what is not serving us. Influenced by the purifying planetary power of the Sun, Krittika helps us to cut through illusion, negativity, and that which we don’t need.
Do it! The chance is here! Use the power of Krittika and the exalted Mars to cut away your own negativity or feelings of weakness. Let go of anger and channel the passion into positive acts of love. Allow the fire of discernment and purification to help you direct your energy into actions of lasting value. Remember that every low point is a jumping off point to pivot back to your strongest. The body may feel weak, but the mind and emotions know their own strength, as the fire rises inside of us. Give thanks for the courage and strength that we are reminded of on this Full Moon in Aries.
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