"Stars impel; they do not compel."

Artist: Anna Yarmoliuk

First Quarter Square OOB -S, VC Moon @ 25°18’ Capricorn perfects Sunday afternoon @ 12:13 PM EDT, 4th house, it’s natural domicile of Cancer, while the Sun transits the first house of Aries ruled by Mars, occupying an Aries’ degree (25°)—a placement involving the expression of our personal vision and driving our goals forward.

Both luminaries in cardinal signs means when these transits square during the waxing phase, it’s time to reflect, rebalance, and realign. The square itself can feel challenging; however, it’s a powerful opportunity that provides energy and drive to our goals. 

Aries and Capricorn are bulldozers when it comes to getting what they want: Pioneering and eager Aries coupled with hardworking, serious Capricorn energies will need to control their activity at this time. 

These energetic aspects within us need reminding that breaking from forward movement is still progress. 

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• Pluto OOB -S
• Ceres OOB +N
• Moon OOB -S 

🌒 Lunar EDT
• Waxing Crescent, Capricorn

⬅️ Current Retrogrades
• Venus in Scorpio
• Uranus in Gemini
• Astraea in Aquarius
• Saturn, Neptune, Chiron, Pallas Athene, Vesta, Medea in Aries

⏳ Time/Aspects/Degrees EDT:
• No major aspects

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Artist: Elisabeth Cheever Gessaman aka She Who Is  

First Quarter Square OOB -S, VC Moon @ 25°18’ Capricorn @ 12:13 PM EDT, 4th house, the natural domicile of Cancer, while the Sun transits the first house of Aries ruled by Mars, occupying an Arian degree (25°)—a placement involving the expression of our personal vision and driving our goals forward. 

But does “driving” literally mean “forward movement?” In this liminal space perhaps it means the focus to plan, to pay attention to the finer details we often miss. 

If you missed the full discussion yesterday, it’s linked in the Nerd Report below. This is the aspect discussion.

Some of this was posted in yesterday’s First Quarter Moon discussion-post, so you may experience a bit of Deja vu! 

Early evening the VC Moon in Cap square Chiron Rx in Aries @ 7:01 PM prior to entering Aquarius to end the VC. Emotional wounds with a karmic signature could surface, emphasizing former energy of this lunation. Maturity is attained through wisdom; wisdom is attained through experience that often entails challenges that lead to change.

Because Chiron is in the 12th and the Moon in the 10th, something must end or change in order for healthy forward movement based on internal growth. This is not a polite suggestion.

Holding onto anything innately harming us will lead to limitation and frustration. We may feel confined in our choices; however, this is also the realm of our hidden strength and opportunity for great spiritual growth if we make the necessary changes. 

I just want to say here that while the realm of Saturn is demanding, it’s also the most rewarding, imho. It’s like the hellish teacher we had in school that turned out to be the best when reflecting on the past. 

Because the Moon conjunct Juno in Capricorn @ 7:30 PM, the goddess of committed relationships, this wound most likely involves a past or present relationship, a karmic pattern that needs to be broken. Perhaps unrequited love and/or obsession to the point of destruction. 

When we examine our relationships, we may ponder why we are attracted to the same type of person, or conversely, how are we attracting the same kind of person. 

What red flags did we not see until after the fact? 

What red flags did we choose not to see until after the fact? 

Did we compromise our peace for the sake of not being alone?

Change begins with us. What is it that we know needs to change? 

Because believe me, we know. 

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• Pluto OOB -S
• Ceres OOB +N
• Moon OOB -S (inbound @ 2:56 PM)

🌒 → 🌓 Lunar EDT
• Waxing Crescent → First Quarter, Capricorn → Aquarius
• Void of Course: 12:13 PM → 9:40 PM

⬅️ Current Retrogrades
• Venus in Scorpio
• Uranus in Gemini
• Astraea in Aquarius
• Saturn, Neptune, Chiron, Pallas Athene, Vesta, Medea in Aries

⏳ Time/Aspects/Degrees EDT:
• 7:01 PM: Moon in Capricorn square Chiron in Aries, 28°40
• 7:31 PM: Moon Conjunct Juno in Capricorn, 28°55’

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Artist: Michele Petrelli

Venus Rx in Scorpio square Pluto in Aquarius perfects late tonight PDT, and early morning EDT @ 03° 04’ Aquarius in the 3rd and 6th (Placidus) respectively; however, with these two cosmic bodies partile, the energy is palpable.

Putting the square aside for now, when Venus (even retrograde) and Pluto blend, the result is potent energy that transforms individuals, especially if paired in relationships. Most are aware, through experience, of the prerequisites of transformation: Fear & doubt — enter the square. 

A square can often get a bad rap because of its challenging nature; however, the rewards reaped are greater than alternative aspects. Seeking the positive in any taxing situation infuses our perspective with the knowledge to navigate the energy. 

For example, Venus in the 3rd house of Mercury-ruled Gemini indicate pleasantries in social situations and exchanges in general. It can also reveal what we currently have going for us via beauty, love, and affection. This in turn fuels a desire to share how much we appreciation others. 

Pluto in the 6th house of Mercury-ruled Virgo symbolizes a prime energy for accomplishments at work, particularly attention to fine details and planning. This is also the realm of health, so we may pay closer attention to our hygiene, eating habits, and exercise routine. 

There are caveats to this, which include becoming too critical and/or demanding of ourselves that can lead to perfectionism. Feeling unappreciated or seeking affection rather than recognizing what we already have can broaden if they become our focus. 

Homing in on the positive of any challenging aspect, especially those involving the realm of Scorpio—like Pluto—doesn’t equate to ignoring the stumbling block. On the contrary, the positive perspectives provide one of two things: Firstly, the mortar to transform a stumbling block into a steppingstone; secondly, realizing there is always more than one way around a roadblock. 

Even if it’s the long way home, at least it may be scenic and an unknown blessing.

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• Pluto OOB -S
• Ceres OOB +N 

🌔 Lunar EDT
• Waxing Gibbous → Aquarius

⬅️ Current Retrogrades
• Venus in Scorpio
• Uranus in Gemini
• Astraea in Aquarius
• Saturn, Neptune, Chiron, Pallas Athene, Vesta, Medea in Aries

⏳ Time/Aspects/Degrees EDT:
• No major

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Artist:  Elisabeth Cheever Gessaman aka She Who Is  

Astraea, known as the Star goddess, stations direct in Aquarius tomorrow (Wednesday) morning, 8:00 AM, 4th house, the natural home of Moon-ruled Cancer.

In ancient mythology, Astraea was known as the Star Goddess or Maiden, and was renowned as the virgin god of justice, innocence, purity, and precision. She was beloved by the Greeks and thought to represent the Light in the world during what scholars have referred to as ‘The Golden Age’.

 In Aquarius, invention and a focus on justice through humanitarian efforts increase. Here tradition can be broken or enhanced to compensate for personal freedom. Commitment to causes that we truly care about, particularly involving injustice, increases and our desire for equality and balance solidifies. We can also expect an increased desire for the pursuit of intellectual pathways that manifest visions for the greater collective.

Astraea’s journey through the signs isn’t just about our actions but healing. This is accomplished by demonstrating a high standard of morals and ethics in all that we do in love, relationships, and work. When we act against what we know to be true, we wound ourselves or deepen an existing wound a little bit more.

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🤓 Tuesday’s Nerd Report, EDT 

• Pluto OOB -S
• Ceres OOB +N 

🌓 →🌔 Lunar EDT
• First Quarter to Waxing Gibbous → Aquarius

⬅️ Current Retrogrades
• Venus in Scorpio
• Uranus in Gemini
• Astraea in Aquarius
• Saturn, Neptune, Chiron, Pallas Athene, Vesta, Medea in Aries

⏳ Time/Aspects/Degrees EDT:
• 2:56 AM: Venus in Scorpio square Pluto in Aquarius, 03° 04’

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Artist: Pascale Taurua

Preface: If you missed yesterday’s discussion regarding Astraea stationing direct in Aquarius, it’s linked in the Nerd Report below.

Midmorning, the planet of love and affection Rx in Scorpio inc the planet of spirituality and escapism Rx in Aries. This occurs between cosmic bodies who share nothing in common; therefore, integration will take effort. The signs would indicate health and/or finances (resources) are involved, as well as the houses (12th & 4th respectively): The ending of a cycle or circumstance. 

Venus transiting the 12th is one of the best placements for this difficult house, indicating an increase in giving and selflessness in love: however, with Neptune involved, we may not be viewing a situation realistically. Neptune can wear illusion as a crown, and in this domestic realm could weave confusion and/or difficulties as fog. 

The Rx symbolizes a careful evaluation of our habits and perspectives. Serve, but not to the point of martyrdom. People treat you exactly how you allow them to. Now is the time to establish boundaries. 

Early this evening the Sun in Libra opposite Chiron Rx in Aries in the 7th and 1st respectively, providing an opportunity—we may have been seeking earlier—to reconcile differences within a relationship. New beginnings are on the horizon, but they begin with authenticity and honesty. 

Compromise can be a cornerstone or a nonessential element if used as a temporary Band-Aid. The most difficult conversations create the deepest bonds in a sound partnership. 

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🤓 Wednesday’s Nerd Report, EDT 

• Pluto OOB -S
• Ceres OOB +N 

🌔 Lunar EDT
• Waxing Gibbous, Aquarius → Pisces
• Void of Course: 4:41 AM - 8:35 AM

⬅️ Current Retrogrades
• Venus in Scorpio
• Uranus in Gemini
• Astraea in Aquarius (stationing @ 8:00 AM EDT)
• Saturn, Neptune, Chiron, Pallas Athene, Vesta, Medea in Aries

⏳ Time/Aspects/Degrees EDT:
• 9:39 AM: Venus Rx in Scorpio inc Neptune Rx in Aries, 02°19’
• 6:27 PM: Sun in Libra opposite Chiron Rx in Aries, 28°32’

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Artist:  Jennifer Gennari 

The Sun enters the Dark Mistress, Scorpio, early tomorrow morning @ 5:38 AM, EDT, via the first house of Aries (Placidus), the domain of Mars and traditional ruler of Scorpio.

This Arian realm positively directs our focus toward ourselves rather than the collective, and we won’t be shy about expressing our feelings—though we do require sensitivity toward the needs of others so as not to appear authoritative. It’s an opportune time to resolve any conflicts within relationships once we’ve acclimated ourselves to the energy. 

🌊 As a fixed Water sign, Scorpio’s recuperative powers are remarkable. Ruled traditionally by Mars and Pluto in modern astrology, they unearth truth, possess keen judgment and penetrating insight. These qualities enable them to exercise a great deal of authority over others.

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• Pluto OOB -S
• Ceres OOB +N 

🌓 Lunar EDT
• Waxing Gibbous, Pisces

⬅️ Current Retrogrades
• Venus in Scorpio
• Uranus in Gemini
• Saturn, Neptune, Chiron, Pallas Athene, Vesta, Medea in Aries

⏳ Time/Aspects/Degrees EDT:
• No major aspects

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Artist: Edward Okuń

The Sun enters the Dark Mistress, Scorpio @ 5:38 AM, EDT, conjunct Venus Rx. 

If you missed yesterday’s post regarding this transit, it’s linked in the Nerd Report below.

At 1:58 PM, the conjunction between the Sun & Venus Rx in Scorpio becomes partile, then perfects @ 00°45’, 4th house (Placidus), the natural home of Moon-ruled Cancer tonight. This rendezvous shifts our focus toward familiarity during a growing darkness and cooler temperatures. Remaining within the comfort of a heated proximity allows us ample opportunity to evaluate our relationships: Family, friends, or associates. 

The question to ask ourselves is how each interaction affects us. Do they contribute to or undermine our wellbeing? Acting on that knowledge contributes to our future well-being. 

That said, breaking free of our comfortable warmth will benefit us at this time. An exciting day trip, spontaneous outing to an art gallery, or visiting a popular corn maze or Samhain/Halloween party can provide loads of fun through creativity and relationships. When’s the last time you dressed up as a ghoul or mythological god/dess and laughed?

Scorpio is intensely probing, yes. Venus Rx can cause a wary hesitance, yes. However, when the sun shines brightly on these two, the shadows dim and hesitance can be assuaged by indulging beauty and art in all forms. Including the face of fun. 

The only caveat is overindulgence in regard to spending. Generosity is a beautiful thing when properly metered. 

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• Pluto OOB -S
• Ceres OOB +N 

• Sun enters Scorpio

🌔 Lunar EDT
• Waxing Gibbous, Aries
• Void of Course: 11:31 PM (Thu) -5:38 AM (Fri)

⬅️ Current Retrogrades
• Mercury in Scorpio
• Venus in Scorpio
• Uranus in Gemini
• Saturn, Neptune, Chiron, Pallas Athene, Vesta, Medea in Aries

⏳ Time/Aspects/Degrees EDT:
• No major

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Artist: Elena Kotliarker 

Mercury stations retrograde in Scorpio. If you missed yesterday’s discussion, it’s linked in the Nerd Report below. 

After a roughly two-month retrograde in Capricorn, Juno re-enters Aquarius for the final time @10:41 PM, EDT, via the 8th house of Scorpio co-ruled by Mars & Pluto. This is the realm of partner resources, inheritance, sex, taxes, and transformation through death. Though it rarely means a literal death. 

This will take Juno across the first 11° Aquarius for the third time. It’s very important to check your natal chart to see if planets are activated on these degrees, or any major aspects to Juno. 

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• Pluto OOB -S
• Ceres OOB +N
• Mercury stations retrograde
• Juno enters Aquarius

🌔 Lunar EDT
• Waxing Gibbous, Aries

⬅️ Current Retrogrades
• Mercury in Scorpio
• Venus in Scorpio
• Uranus in Gemini
• Saturn, Neptune, Chiron, Pallas Athene, Vesta, Medea in Aries

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