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Horoscope for the week beginning Sept. 11
By Michael O’Connor
Tip of the week
The upcoming New Moon in Virgo on September 12 (here on the West Coast, but the 13th for most of the world), is extra special for a few reasons. First, it is a Solar Eclipse. As well, it culminated on August 27 (for everyone west of the Atlantic and on the 28th for the rest of the world) as a Lunar Eclipse, the fourth and final of four in a row. Moreover, the Moon will be 19% larger than usual, as in a ‘Super Moon.’ This will present an ominous and even eerie spectacle.
The other important feature of this Solar Eclipse New Moon is the fact that woven into it is a powerful aspect pattern with Pluto in Capricorn at the apex. This implies some form of change and moreover of transformation, especially regarding social policy. The refugee crisis in Europe, which is effectively opening the hearts of humanity, is a good example of this aspect.
Saturn meanwhile, which is the ruling planet of Capricorn, is positioned at 29 Scorpio, a critical degree speaking of something that must be overcome. Upon closer analysis, what is to be overcome may simply be defined as the misuse of power. While hardly a new story, it takes on added measures of importance now. The roots of this imbalance may be linked to the principles of male and female, yet the outward manifestation may literally be recognized as gender inequality and to what might be described as the male approach versus that of the female. Specifically, this refers to the importance of humble restraint and cooperation verses defiant assertion and exclusivity.
Venus is now direct, Mercury turns retrograde in Libra on the 17th and on that very day Saturn finally completes its cycle through Scorpio and enters Sagittarius where it will remain until late December 2017. However, the fact that Saturn is at 29 degrees in the New Moon Solar Eclipse chart and that of Mercury turning retrograde means that its influence will remain until the next New Moon on October 12. Exciting times indeed!
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Sept. 11 – 17
Aries (Mar 21 – Apr 20)
You are beginning to build upon new foundations. This extends to a variety of aspects of your life this includes your love life. You may yet feel a little insecure about some of your choices of late. As well, deep changes continue to occur within. This may be a good time to exercise a ‘beginners mind.’ Be open to new possibilities and lifestyle rhythms and patterns.
Taurus (Apr 20 – May 21)
Despite changes unfolding close to home, you are sensing the creative possibilities. On the home front, moves, renovations and other measures taken to increase beauty and comfort, continues. Relationship dynamics are featured and they too have and continue to cause you to make changes for the sake of a brighter future. Nothing is static; the game is on.
Gemini (May 21 – June 21)
Your confidence levels continue to rise steadily. However, circumstances are pushing you to pay close attention to the details. This includes clearing out the old to make way for the new. There is also a playful and adventurous theme underway. It is inspiring you to explore, experience and experiment and this variety is literally brain food supporting heightened energy levels.
Cancer (June 21 – July 22)
A busy cycle has begun. It is requiring that you attend to a variety of fronts. Positively, travel and adventure is featured and this particular window will be open for about a year. Also featured is a steadily emerging period of learning, training and/or of apprenticeship of some sort. Fresh starts are brewing and are linked to your job/career and social status in general.
Leo (July 22 – Aug 23)
What do you have, want, need and not? You have entered a cycle that will push you to reconsider and decipher existing realities and the prospect of making needed changes. This cycle will endure for many months. Your health is a central focus and there is reason to say it is already improving. Expect many ideas and new perspectives to roll in over the coming weeks.
Virgo (Aug 23 – Sep 22)
An expansive cycle has begun and is steadily building momentum. Some of the work must be done behind the scenes and/or even within, however. This ‘inner work’ implies getting clear mentally, emotionally and spiritually. This can include clearing confusion with a workable strategy, getting pumped about the exciting results and overcoming what may be described as a lack of faith.
Libra (Sep 22 – Oct 22)
Sometimes we must dig deeper to access reserves of faith, like now. Circumstances of late may have and continue to challenge your confidence. Fortunately, you are in a braver and more defiant mood than you might be otherwise. Making unforeseen investments are likely features. The plot will introduce a new learning process that has probably already begun.
Scorpio (Oct 22 – Nov 21)
Exploring a fuller measure of your individuality continues. This may require taking a few risks. Invention and engineering of some kind is featured. You may feel challenged to see clearly and with a vision of the future. It can take time to break through long-standing modes of perception. With patient resolve you can prevail, but it may take a few months.
Sagittarius (Nov 21 – Dec 21)
Saturn re-entering your sign should produce some very tangible results. Literal changes in your outer environment can be expected. Shifts in your social status and/or linked to your work are likely. At best you feel freer than you have in a long time. Yet with freedom comes the need for discipline as well. They may simply amount to persistent follow through.
Capricorn (Dec 21 – Jan 19)
You have entered a very important cycle. In the longer term picture it implies some very real changes in your relationships. These include home, family, spouse and are linked to career and your public life as well. At best you will become more empathetic, understanding and nurturing and less expectant, impatient and demanding. Learn to let go and trust the flow more.
Aquarius (Jan 19 – Feb 19)
A steady stream of returns continues to flow your way. In fact, there is reason to say that this flow will increase over the coming weeks and even months. These returns will be negative to the extent that your thoughts and actions over the past 2-3 years have been negative too. Otherwise, acknowledge yourself for your faithful perseverance and be open to gratefully receive.
Pisces (Feb 19 – Mar 20)
Shifts, changes and expansion in your relationships are underway. Positively, you feel inspired and excited about the creative possibilities. Even so, you should expect to be busier and this cycle will require more discipline and effort than you have likely had to put out for perhaps even years. It is extra important that you get organized at least so get going.
– Michael O’Connor is a professional astrologer with an international clientele. He has 30 years of study in Astrology, Numerology and related metaphysical and spiritual modalities, over 20 years of full-time practice, is an entertaining and inspirational speaker, and writes a popular New Moon Newsletter and Horoscope Column. To learn more about Booking an Appointment, attending one of Michael’s Workshops or Webinars or one of his inspiring Visual Presentations, please visit his website or contact Michael directly. www.sunstarastrology.com or (250) 352-6871 or [email protected]
