The late Donna Cunningham came up with a terrific idea about some people being "lunar types in a solar world." What I understand from this: some of us are more "moon-influenced" by the moon's placement in our chart or by sign (Moon in Cancer, for instance, or a 4th house moon).
Psychology and astrology in the 21st century for holistic healers, parents, counselors, personal and family dynamics of challenge-cooperation, Soul Mate patterns. mitchLOP8@yahoo.com / 840=216-1014
Wednesday, May 21, 2014
Lunar types and Moon Sensitivities
The late Donna Cunningham came up with a terrific idea about some people being "lunar types in a solar world." What I understand from this: some of us are more "moon-influenced" by the moon's placement in our chart or by sign (Moon in Cancer, for instance, or a 4th house moon).
Tuesday, May 13, 2014
Declinations - "As Above the Equator, So Below" in aspects
Most users of regular aspects with parallels and contraparallels think that the former are like conjunctions and the latter is like the opposition. However, in Magi astrology, both of these are favorable, especially when linked to Chiron. The Beatles had a pattern of interlocking parallels and contraparallels. So does Mick Jagger and Keith Richards of the Rolling Stones.
P's and C's act like conjunctions. The arc of 1.5 degrees is allowed. (An example would be someone's Moon at -19 and a partner with a planet within range of +/- 18:20.) Depending on which software you use, certain charts (equatorial, for example) work for me in showing Chiron's declination.
Declinations are referred sometimes as a "second chart."
Saturday, May 10, 2014
The Four Major Asteroids, Lilith, and the Emerging Feminine Consciousness
Ceres can be seen as one of the Earth Mother archetypes: she deals with the subject’s externalization of caring and comfort to others—in effect, how the individual, regardless of gender, “mothers” another. Mother Theresa’s dedication to caring for the poor would be an archetype. Ceres can also play a role in mother-daughter power struggles in a “Snow White” dynamic with the “mirror-mirror on the wall” issue of blossoming adolescence and a jealous parent.
Vesta indicates how and what an individual will sacrifice him/herself for regarding a social or personal cause or belief; a way of giving up something in service to the community, society, or for personal growth in areas like religious retreats or isolation for spiritual growth. Emily Dickinson’s withdrawal from responsibilities and social contact in order to dedicate herself to her poetry and writing is an example of a Vestal energy. Another Vestal archetype would be the men who guard the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier.
Juno represents the bonds and commitments of marriage, fidelity, and ownership of rights within a relationship. It shows how an individual will value and validate his/her status as a Significant Other as well as personal preferences for a mate. The separate-but-equal identity of a woman in a man’s world is represented by the lessons of Juno. The media struggles of Tiger Woods and his wife Elin during their break-up and divorce would easily represent this archetype.
Pallas Athena represents the power of Creative Manifestation and acting as a spokesperson for those who need a protector, especially in gender rights issues or human rights. The DVD series about “The Secret” is an archetype, as well as Amnesty International, and the “Peaceful Warrior.” Pallas represents the ability to focus and stay on target for a goal, as well as manifestations of prosperity, success, and reward. Persistence, determination, and endurance are tests that Pallas uses to teach the psyche. Activism and participation in group or social functions that champion the underdog or defend those less capable are in this realm.
Lilith, although not a physical celestial body, represents the destructive tendencies of the psyche to strike back when rejected or when one’s personal desires are thwarted or diverted. As “The Al Gore 2nd Place Award” (my idea), Lilith represents the runner-up in a Life Challenge episode where the subject does not achieve a goal or objective, or feels blocked by forces or energies that cannot or will not cooperate or yield. However, if discipline is applied or accepted, the lessons Lilith brings will bring rewards and fulfillment in another area of life or in a different manner. In this way, Lilith has a limiting Saturn-like quality for delivering messages and challenges that are tests of the ego’s need for attention.
(c) MDLOP8 2010
Sunday, April 6, 2014
Venus in Pisces: the Exaltation of Love as a Force of Attraction and Creation
(Author's note: I have this position opposite my ascendant in Virgo. The Feminine Principle totally inspires me, and totally overwhelms me. At the same time.)
Venus in the sign Pisces is in its exaltation. Here the love principle reaches its highest evolutionary development; the natives marry for love, no other considerations being of any consequence. Venus in this sign manifests deep compassion and sympathy converging on spirituality—the understanding of and unity with all life.
The universality of Venus in Aquarius, combined with the empathy and emotional depth of Pisces—which is ruled by Neptune—produces an emotional rapport with the life of all creatures in the universe. The individual sees the Eternal Life principle flowing through all manifestation, uniting the soul with all life.
These people have a high capacity to understand the feelings of others; they know what it is like to be in another person’s shoes. The experience of having been through all the signs of the Zodiac gives the soul the ability to identify with all types of humanity.
Sometimes the disappointment leads to a feeling of martyrdom, which may be sublimated into religious expressions. Or it may lead to neurotic tendencies or mental illness. The Neptunian rulership of Pisces gives intuitive inspiration to Venus, making these people capable of drawing on higher dimensions for resources in artistic, poetic, and musical creation; many great composers, artists, and poets have Venus in Pisces. This Venus position probably has more innate ability for inspired artistic creativity than any other placements.
Venus is Exalted in Pisces
Only in Pisces, where Venus works with the transcendental vibrations of Neptune and the goodwill of Jupiter, does such a high goal reach fulfillment.
Love is the most transcendent and exalted product of the evolutionary process; only one who has lived through all the experience of humanity—as represented by Pisces, the last sign of the Zodiac—can fully experience the meaning of it. Even this is limited, since Pisces is but the end of one turn on the spiral of evolution, the next spiral holding a greater promise of the expansion of consciousness and the unfolding of new creative powers.
Thursday, March 20, 2014
Aries, the Sign of the first day of Spring and Motivation
The birth sign Aries heralds the start of Spring, and the beginning of new life. Arian natives are characteristic of the growth that signals the new season: they are dynamically active to open up new endeavors and experiences, much as nature emerges from winter's sleep with a burst of vitality. Arians are so boundless in their expression to release their energies, they sometimes lose sight of the goal they sought to accomplish. Therefore, it would be better if an Aries learned to complete the task at hand, before bursting out aggressively to the next idea!
Arians are fiercely independent for their causes and desire to conquer new territories. The Arian temper is legendary for its volcanic explosions at the slightest challenge, but it burns out quickly and all is forgiven moments later. Arians are noted for both physical strength and endurance, which also translates into sexual energy. Their desire to bring forth new avenues in all aspects of life carries into pursuit of the opposite sex.
Arians have a child-like, innocent quality to their actions; foolish, impulsive decisions without planning and courageous life-threatening heroics are typical. They are certainly accident-prone. Their greatest fear is to be rejected by someone or to be confronted by a potential weakness. Due to the warrior nature of Aries' namesake, the Greek god of War, Ares, military service and the affinity for firearms and sharp objects have an Arian appeal. Aries is the sign of the soldier, and sports often provide the release for the need to physically overpower an "opponent."
Aries is the sign of the ego, the need to learn life's lessons the hard way, through repeated, patient example, until deliberation and preparation of their exuberance can be better directed. There are two types of Aries: the "Mars" type which looks for fights or causes and must be constantly engaged in some kind of conflict, or the "Sun" type, which is the Exalted role of Aries. This role brings more motivation and inspiration to projects (or individuals with whom the soul connects): "the Peaceful Warrior." The classic composition "Mars, the Bringer of War," by Gustav Holst, personifies the Aries soul.
(Mars) Physical -Sexual Energy
Aggression – Anger - Drive - Assertion
Soldier – Warrior - Amazon
The Don Juan - *Woman Chaser
#The Pioneer - **Daredevil
*Casanova Vin Diesel Bruce Willis
Extreme Sports #Amelia Earhardt
Arnold Schwarzenegger **Evel Knievel
Monday, March 3, 2014
Transits & Progressions: Your Life's Personal Life Experience/Growth Visitors
The Disseminating phase is a time of sharing and literally "disseminating" that which has been learned in the waxing phase of the moon. The next phase, the Third Quarter Moon phase, marks a time of one's life when there lies some discontent and dissatisfaction with the way one has been approaching life. This can be a somewhat confusing time, as one instinctively prepares for the final stage of the waning Moon: the Balsamic phase. During this phase, old systems begin to phase out, and there may be a desire for withdrawal and reflection.
Tuesday, February 18, 2014
Pisces - Cosmic Consciousness with the One Creative Source
Pisceans also find a fulfillment of purpose in self-sacrifice and service, and are often found working in hospitals and institutions, where their healing love for people brings them peace. They are sensitive to the suffering of the world, and by reaching out to help others in need, they uplift the lives of others, as well as their own. A Pisces will also take on responsibilities or entangle themselves in relationships with the best intentions, but often attracting someone with qualities that make the Pisces' efforts seem in vain, such as patterns of abusive lovers or spouses.
Pisces rules the feet, as it is natural that these people learn to experience a grounding effect to keep them aware of the realities of life. It is this very contact with the earth that enables them to be the graceful ballet, choreographer, ballroom dancer or performing arts achievers, who draw us to daydream of the etheric heights. Pisceans also are blessed by their desire to play musical instruments, or the superb vocal qualities that they often possess. No matter what their gift is, a Pisces wants to share it with us to remind us of our origin and true home with our Creator.
Transcendental Merging with Spirit -
Cosmic Consciousness “Other-Worldliness”
(Neptune - Jupiter)
Union to the Creator’s Universal Mind
The Dreamer
Savior-Martyr
Musician-Dancer
The Renunciate
Fantasy Substance Abuses Cults Escapism
Religious Sacrifice New Age music
Yoga - body work The Musician - Poet
Reiki
Thursday, February 6, 2014
Mercury Retrograde: Lost Information & time for personal reflection
What's a retrograde? A retrograde indicates an internalization process; influences and actions that would be energized for the planet(s) that are in a retro cycle are slower to manifest: they are more ‘inside than outside’ and take longer to complete, comprehend, or activate. As a physical happening, this is when the Earth overtakes the other planet in our respective orbits around the Sun (*the other planets also go “retro”; the only one that doesn’t is the Moon)--and it appears that the slower moving one is going 'backwards.' We have all see this while driving on the highway or in trains: the landscape (or vehicle overtaken) looks to be going in reverse. Of course, that does not really happen, but the optical illusion is there. Mercury is the fastest moving planet that we know of in its orbit around the Sun: it takes approximately 88 days.
In astrological terms, Mercury represents our capacity to communicate and think, thereby "ruling" (or 'sponsoring') all types of mental activities and delivery of thoughts: written and verbal, as well as contracts, signings of such, and the industries that provide these services (phones, computers, electronics). Which signs get zinged the most? Well, Gemini and Virgo, because they're ruled by Mercury. Not that they're exclusive, but they seem to feel it sooner. The same for Gemini and Virgo moon signs and ascendants.
Also, matters that went wrong before but have better potential now for a renewal or second chance may find results during a Mercury retrograde. Sales, "meeting someone again" for the second time to repair or join again in a reunion often works better because it's a "we've done this before" awareness that allows for the subconscious self to blend mind and emotion without trying to out-think the idea on a conscious level.
Saturday, February 1, 2014
Aquarius - Universal Knowledge and Independence of Self
(Just a note: not
ALL the classic social role models ("archetypes") will fit the sign's
characteristics--but these are good examples of people who outwardly express
the qualities of the sign.)
Aquarius
(January 21 - February 19)
I Am Unique in order to Liberate Myself and Others
Aquarians are the independent, free-spirited souls of the
zodiac, answering to none but their inner voice that makes them unpredictable
in thought and behavior. The symbol for Aquarius is a man pouring a
pitcher of water onto the earth: the representation is the water
of knowledge that Aquarians pour to share with all mankind. Thus, Aquarius
is NOT a water sign, but an air element because water flows (and air does not
readily do this). Humanitarian endeavors naturally draw an Aquarian. They
see no boundaries between social or nationality lines, embracing the
brotherhood/sisterhood of the world. Aquarians are friendship-minded and
group-oriented, and the agility and ease with which they find new associations,
organizations, and ideas to share within those groups are more important than
one-to-one relationships.
The rulership of Uranus makes many Aquarians feel as though they are going through life on a roller coaster, with unexpected turns and upheavals. Anyone who comes into contact with an Aquarian may also be puzzled by their strong, stubborn sense of freedom and independence, as well as their choice to change the rules according to their own whims. Aquarians also display an amazing mental aggressiveness that characterizes air signs. Their thoughts can range from eccentricity to genius, at the same time and depending upon whose opinion is being considered! The changes in gender-identity are Aquarian; they are aware that we are transforming within our existence in the human experience and will eventually reach a level where there is no need for gender assignment or specification. This is a variable that exists in some but not all other planetary physical lifeforms, but is recognized and accepted. Aquarians have the capacity to live-in-the-moment but be aware of social patterns and trends that go decades or even centuries beyond the current times.
The Aquarian phrase is "I Know," and they are quite honest in their confidence that much of the knowledge of the universe is accessible for them. Aquarians must have their sense of freedom to explore their need for change and new, exciting ideas to share with others. They can detach from commitments at a moment's notice without a need to explain, making them seem cold and distant. They can remain loyal to those with whom they feel worthy of attention, but mental challenge and intellectual rapport are critical to keeping them interested. Aquarians also enjoy the determination and stubbornness that is typical of fixed signs. They can make dedicated workers, as long as their effort leads to the benefit of a group effort.
Aquarians also share the rulership of Saturn, which lends a grounding effect to their sudden and erratic actions, as well as a desire to follow through to completion a disciplined end to what they have started. Aquarius also rules the world of electronics, radio communications and new inventions. Many Aquarians find great enthusiasm with the world of video or computers and their accessories.
Aquarius rules the electrical aura of the body, as well as the ankles and shins. They often enjoy activities that challenge them with the physical use of their legs, such as swimming, biking, or skating. They are also prone to a loss of heat in their circulatory system when they have emotional upset or other illnesses weaken them.
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Brother/Sisterhood - Universal Knowledge and Thinking (Uranus - Saturn)
Independence & Originality - Eccentricity
Social Unity
The Humanitarian
“Different Drummer”
The Social Rebel The Genius Social Revolution
The 60’s The Grateful Dead band
George Sand Edison
- Tesla Einstein - Physics
Facebook and other social media
The Matrix Trilogy
The classic composition "Uranus, the Magician" by Gustav Holst represents the quirkiness of Aquarius.
Saturday, December 7, 2013
Venus in Capricorn: Love of Tangible Existence and the Existence of Love
Because I want to use that concept as a baseline; I want it to be the framework. And I want to then juxtapose that idea into an astrological term: Venus in Capricorn.
We have all heard about Love from our earliest days when we began to comprehend words. It was one of the most-often repeated phrases in our young lives, and it has been a powerful base of function thereafter. But what is Love on a Micro level?
The answer is Gravity: the very binding force of Nature that draws together two objects to each other. In the micro world, this is represented by the most basic pairing of atoms: two in a terrific force of attraction to each other. This is gravity: the sensational pull of two; one for each other. This is also the micro representation of Love: two atoms bound to each other. Gravity is Love in its smallest form on a planetary level. On a human level, we experience it as romantic love, but it's also biological too. (Carbon-based life form, high density, low spirituality level.)
On an astrological level, this is the highest level of Venus in Capricorn: a Love that Endures, Persists, Builds, Creates, Manifests, and Establishes precedence of Existence. “By My Existence and Force of Power, I Attract a Likeness to Me,” says Venus in Capricorn. “I Must Create a Legacy” by complimentary energy and nature; I must draw to me that which is harmonious in structure to my reality and existence to be the bedrock starting point of Life: like two atoms are drawn together.
This is the beauty of Venus in Capricorn: a determined effort to draw and create an energy force of “Like Attracts Like” with magnetic power; the smallest vibration of a union that is both a blend but also a separate measure together-but-apart: two atoms, both independent but joined, and not fused.
(Fusion is nuclear; that is what creates chemical patterns of potential life.) Venus in Capricorn, representing the building blocks of gravity as an explanation for the attraction of atomic particles to each other as a means of physical manifestation in lower-dimensional structures of life-form existence, is purely represented in its strongest and basic concept as Love of Tangible Existence: Venus in Capricorn, as was, as will always be.
(C) MDLOP8 2013
Saturday, November 16, 2013
Holst: Venus, the Bringer of Peace (and Enjoyment)
The joyfulness and sweetness of Venus, the Bringer of Pleasure and Love, and ruler of Taurus and Libra.
Monday, November 4, 2013
Venus in Capricorn: Love is a Working Relationship built by effort (or money)
With Venus in Capricorn, you can plan (a key word) for hard work, effort, persistence, and purpose to achieve a Relationship Worth Keeping. Venus is interested in either love or money, and if one comes with the other, so much the better. If you're hoping to win over someone who is looking for wealth and happiness in one package (and you qualify), now is your time.
And just in case you're inclined or partial to the country, look for a farm girl who is wholesome, sincere, sweet, industrious, and good with animals. She's also a Venus in Capricorn type and attuned to Venus in an earthy way--and very well at home running things alongside you.
Saturday, November 2, 2013
Holst: The Planets - Uranus, the Magician
In astrology Uranus governs the forces we cannot see or understand and is illogical and erratic, but also it has a passionate energy not too dissimilar to Mars. All this can be heard and felt in this wonderful but powerfully extrovert movement. -Words by Raymond Head
Wednesday, October 30, 2013
Magi astrology synastry & Chiron's Key to Love, Romance, & Prosperity
Thursday, October 10, 2013
Steven Forrest discusses the 2nd Saturn Return
Monday, October 7, 2013
Venus in Sagittarius: Love in the Right Places and Open Spaces
When Venus prepares to make Her grand entrance into Sagittarius, we can expect more "Jupiterian" opportunities for love: perhaps some personal growth in our relationships and partnerships, or something (or someone) who brings "higher Truths and Wisdom" to our eyes (and senses). Because Venus Herself said "I do what with whom I want," we could also expect that a partner may say "I'd like to be more expansive and indulgent with myself in some pleasurable way." (Your imagination does not need suggestions if you have a swinging lifestyle already.)
Where would one find Venus in Sagittarius (aside from the bedroom)? Perhaps love or just enjoying social connections or making new ones in places like universities, colleges, religious retreats, ashrams, houses of worship, in legal studies or advisement, at the casino (Sagittarius likes to bet big--see you at the baccarat table, Mr. Bond, or at the Las Vegas Million-Dollar Poker stakes); publishing that steamy romance novel that you've always known is more autobiographical than you want to admit until now.
Or...because Sagittarius is the sign of the Centaur, perhaps you may consider looking for love at the horse races, or even (if you're in the right crowd) at the polo matches. Since running is also a Sagittarian sport, perhaps the track & field events or even at the cricket matches.
Oh. One last thing: since our Venus-in-Sagittarius theme is Lady Godiva, a suggestion: if you ARE looking for love in an equestrian environment, may I suggest that proper attire be the rule? Saddle up, I say, and ride--perhaps (cough) reverse-cowgirl-style?!