We will have lots of emotional turmoil with so much Moon activity this weekend.
In astrology there are many relevant aspect connections between the planets in your personal chart as well as in the actual daily astrology. This article is an astrological update and forecast of the planetary weather in the heavens for September 4 to 6, 2009. But at the same time if you have the same specific aspect connection in your own horoscope you will be able to deepen your understanding with this material.
The Saturn Opposition to Uranus
The Saturn/ Uranus opposition is one of the culprits for the changes we are being forced into these days. There will be 5 oppositions with these two with the last one in 2015. The first one started off with a bang on September 15, 08 when they also were in square to Pluto and with a Full Moon as well. Our economy was diving down the drain and revealed long inherent problems. The election was under the influence of these two, paving the way for a historical change in political leadership, electing the first president of color in this country where prejudice is still prevalent. The need for change was so obvious and the hope for a better future high. Let us have a look at both planets and what they represent!
Saturn
Saturn was the mythological father of Zeus (the king of the gods) and the Roman god of agriculture. Because agriculture led to the foundation of human society, Saturn is associated with social order. Saturn is a father figure, but not necessarily a benevolent one. He is associated with restrictions, limitations, and fear. But those qualities have their purpose, as they call us to examine those self-imposed limitations within ourselves and free ourselves from them. This is a highly practical, unemotional planet, associated with concrete reality, material things, rules and laws, and authority. Saturn is not a creative influence; rather it reminds us of our duty to act responsibly to maintain the established social order, and to develop self-discipline for order in our life and to persist during times of hardship. Those qualities, in turn, are associated with ambition and careers.
Saturn rules Capricorn and Aquarius and the tenth House representing public image, career, and destiny and the elevens House of friends and vision. In the body Saturn rules the bones, skin, and spleen.
Uranus
While order and balance are important in the world, the other side of that coin, change and evolution into greater love, freedom, and well-being for all, is just as important. Human society cannot evolve and expand unless there are individuals who challenge the established order. An odd fact about Uranus is that it boldly dares to rotate on its side, thereby breaking with convention, and indeed Uranus is highly unconventional and always ready to challenge things as they are. Uranus is a progressive humanitarian and visionary who has no special respect for authority. He would rather exert his will over authority in his idealistic quest for freedom, justice, and opportunity for weaker members of society.
Uranus is the opposite of Brother Saturn: where Saturn is concerned with limitations, Uranus rules our expansive, creative intelligence, calling us to inspired thought and action, and to uniqueness rather than conformity. Those qualities derive from our connection with the universal intelligence. Change is a keyword for Uranus, always change for the better, and the faster the better, toward an expanded life and the higher realms of consciousness. The Uranus principles describe our greatest leaders and role models. Revolutionary is not too strong a term for Uranus.
Uranus represents a very strong intellect, and intellect combined with ingenuity makes for great discoveries in the sciences and the most impressive artistic creations. Uranus rules Aquarius and, together with Saturn, the elevens House of friends, revolution and vision. In the body Uranus rules the nervous system, mental disorders, and pituitary gland.
Change is in the Air
As you can see these two are siblings of very different nature, they want very different things but are eternal partners in the ebb and flow of establishing a structure and tearing it down to make space for a new one. They are carrying the wisdom of impermanence for us. Life is change, always growing and expanding! If you have Capricorn or Aquarius or strong aspects with Saturn or Uranus in your chart you would do better by consciously allowing those waves of change and renewal happening in your life without putting up a fight. The struggle and fighting against the inevitable changes is what is at the biggest root of suffering.
Allowing what is -- has been the message of many spiritual traditions. We always start our journey from where we are no matter where we are going. Without pushing against what is our energy will be available to align with our desires, intentions and goals.
Full Moon in Pisces is activating this Opposition
When the Moon is connected with any other planet it brings in high emotions and instinctive reactivity. The Moon here in this constellation is bringing up emotions between guilt and rebellion and having to choose between established limitations and liberation. Uranus wants the feeling of autonomy and Saturn wants safety, reliability and proven structures.
Moon Dashes into Aries
Saturday evening we will have a fresh start with Moon in Aries, ready to be moving again through all the different stations of the zodiac. Aries always promises a clean slate and new beginning, invigorates and inspires active participation in life.
Moon Opposition Mercury
Sunday morning our feelings in the belly are in friction with our thoughts in our head. Head versus belly, it will be interesting to see who will be the more impactful one for you. Do you think first before you act or react? Or do you usually let everything out the way you feel it without considerations?
Moon Square Mars
Mars is very competitive, easy to anger and reacts impulsively to outer threats. Be aware of the transiting nature of your feelings and do not take them too seriously. Also this will pass!
Take a Moment
I want to invite you to close your eyes for a moment and sense yourself. What is the area in your life that needs fresh energy? Where has your life become stagnant and stale? Do you feel bored? Are you settling for safety in a bad situation because changing it is too intimidating?
I have been there, holding out in relationships far too long because I was not yet ready for a new and fresh start. I am not telling you to throw the baby out with the bathwater! I just want you to become aware of the looming challenges of change ahead of you. Consciousness is the key!
A friend once told me that life is always moving on. When the apple is ripe it will fall off the tree. The same applies to changes in our life! When the time is ready it will happen. We can ready ourselves for the coming change by becoming as aware and conscious of what is going on in our life. When we resist change we will suffer and get banged up in the inevitable process. Obviously astrology can be of big help for this process and I hope you enjoy it as much as I do.
For me astrology is an open invitation to understand more about the truth in the universal flow and use it to align myself to take advantage for a fuller, more successful and joyful life. The gemstone for today is the Moonstone, to help ease tension and emotional turmoil, one of my favorites. I think everybody should own a chunk of Moonstone. You can get pretty big pieces for still reasonable prices.
Moonstone for Balance
--The Moonstone is one of the most feminine gems we have. I am especially fascinated by the Rainbow Moonstone and its qualities. This stone represents the high priestess from Avalon, the carrier and teacher of mysteries, the caring sister and the nourishing mother. The Rainbow Moonstone nourishes and balances the emotional system. It soothes our hurts and wounds. Its mysterious beauty speaks to our unconscious. It transmits peace and connects us with the eternal wisdom of the heart and with the essence of who we are. It connects us with our feminine side, a receptive state rather than constant action: it can help us reconnect with a state of relaxation. This is a place that is nurtured by our soul and guides us toward wisdom and the unfolding of our highest capacities and resources.
The Moonstone is also a wonderful companion for our male friends, husbands, and lovers. It brings to males an element of the female spirit and helps them to connect more with their feelings without fearing them. It gives the warrior a heart with gentle feelings. Give the man in your life a big chunk of stone to carry in his pocket or to wear as a pendant over his heart.—(taken from my book: Jewelry and Gems for Self-Discovery: Choosing Gemstones that Delight the Eyes & Strengthen the Soul)
If you like my astrological musings I invite you to find more on my Astrological Signs Weather Report & Healing Gems Blog for a regular update on the universal flow in the heavens. As you can tell I am also very passionate about the abilities of the healing gemstones as tools to help to align and balance our flow. In my book Jewelry and Gems for Self-Discovery: Choosing Gemstones that Delight the Eyes & Strengthen the Soul I teach you about astrology and how to read your own chart. If you know where your challenges are, you then can take steps to support yourself with gemstones, if that is something that appeals to you.
I hope you enjoyed this post, aloha and many blessings, Shakti.
Shakti Carola Navran: astrologer, jeweler and author
Shakti Carola Navran is originally from Germany, living in Maui, Hawaii, is a professional jeweler, astrologer and author with a lifelong spiritual journey; she has been crafting personalized Soul Jewelry since 1977. In her book Jewelry and Gems for Self-Discovery: Choosing Gemstones that Delight the Eyes & Strengthen the Soul she teaches you about how to read your personal horoscope and blue print for your life. Then you will be able to balance yourself in your most important areas with your 12 main healing gemstones, you could call your true birthstones. Jewelry and Gems for Self-Discovery is a treasure chest of ideas on how to select, purchase, and wear jewelry that will enhance your body, heart, mind, and soul. Find out more about it on her website http://www.JewelryandGemsforSelfdiscovery.com and see her astrological weather report at http://www.jewelryandgemsforselfdiscovery.com/blog/ .
