Beltane Astrology - The Pleasure of the Physical Realm

 May 1 marks Beltane/May Day in the northern hemisphere and Samhain/Halloween in the southern hemisphere. Both of these are what are called cross-quarter celebrations, marking the halfway point between an equinox and a solstice. Being in the northern part of the world I will be referring to this day as Beltane, but please keep in mind that if you are in the southern hemisphere that the astrology of the day still applies, even if the seasons are different. 

Astro Codes Oracle

 

Beltane is the halfway point between the Spring Equinox and the Summer Solstice. It is the height of spring and depending on your latitude, will determine how green it is and how many flowers are in bloom. Even here where I live on the northern prairies, the trees are budding, the birds are returning, and green shoots are emerging from the ground. It is a time to celebrate spring, nature and beauty, all things considered to be in the realm of Taurus, the sign the Sun is now in. Wherever you live, Taurus season is a good time to slow down and appreciate the realm of the physical, with good food, sexy times and a walk in nature. Joining the Sun in Taurus is Venus, the planetary ruler of this sign, adding extra emphasis this May Day to themes of beauty, sensuality and pleasure. It’s a great time to get a beauty treatment, go to the spa, or make art inspired by nature.

The astrology of the day had some challenges but is overall quite positive. One challenging aspect is that the Moon is at the waning quarter, in Aquarius, squaring the Sun, Venus and Jupiter in Taurus. This can lead to a lack of energy and a sense of cool detachment. This can be helpful if we use our logical side in service to our earthy and sensual side, rather than trying to separate the two. Another challenge is that Venus is also squaring Pluto in Aquarius, which can bring up issues around power dynamics in partnerships or creative projects. It can also be representative of the tensions between embracing change, especially technological advancements, and the desire to slow down and be more in nature. Again these two things do not have to be at odds with each other. It is about finding a way to blend or balance out the two.

Mars the planet of action, energy and war is separating from his conjunction with Neptune that occurred on April 28, in the sign of Pisces. On the challenging side, this can be confused actions, or acting on misinformation or deception. Avoid knee jerk reactions or getting involved in a fight now as you don’t have all the information to make a decision or form and opinion clearly. On the good side, this aspect can help fuel creative projects or bring energy to your spiritual life.

Further helping things on this day is that Mercury is now out of retrograde, so communication and travel are smoother. Being in the sign of Aries, we have the ability to ask more directly for what it is that we want. We are also still experiencing the optimism of the Jupiter Uranus conjunction in Taurus. This aspect brings positive energy, a sense of momentum and even inspiring breakthroughs. This is a time that presents us with opportunities that can create a big leap forward or propel us towards our dreams. Say yes to what life has to offer you now!

Overall this Beltane is a good time to revel in the pleasures of the physical, and to celebrate the abundance and hopefulness of spring. It is great for artistic projects, beauty and inspiration. Whether you are in the northern or southern hemisphere, take advantage of the positive aspects of this day to celebrate life, nature, beauty and abundance. 

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Solar Eclipse in Aries - Diffuclt Changes

 On Monday April 08 we have a total Solar Eclipse at 19 degrees of Aries. Solar Eclipses are a time of big endings and beginnings. Solar Eclipses occur when the Moon crosses the Suns path exactly so that the Moon temporarily blocks out the Sun.  In ancient times it was said that Solar Eclipses represented the fall of kings, as the Sun is representative of leadership. It is interesting to note that Solar Eclipses often do coincide with the rise and fall of those in power. It can also symbolize the ending of one thing and the beginning of something new and unexpected. Eclipse season (the weeks around and between a pair of eclipses) is often a time of disruption and change. They are a time when the Universe will try to put us back on track in the area of our birth chart the eclipse is occurring in. If we are on track then the changes may be small, but if we have strayed from our path, the eclipses can be disruptive. 

Moonology Oracle

This Solar Eclipse looks like a dramatic one. It is occurring in the fiery and individualistic sign of Aries. Aries is about asserting our sense of self. It is the sign of the warrior, the pioneer and the risk taker. This is a time when we may find that we need to assert our individuality and go against the crowd or to stand up for oneself rather than trying to be diplomatic. Aries is opposite the sign of Libra, where the Lunar Eclipse occurred two weeks ago. The Libra/Aries axis is about partnership/individuality, peace/war, harmony/action, and this eclipse it is the Aries feisty individuality that will win out. Look to the Aries house in your chart to see what area of life this eclipse will affect you in. 

 

This Solar Eclipse the sun is conjunct Chiron, bringing up old wounds, but also the possibility for healing. This is the most powerful aspect of the eclipse as it is happening exactly on the same degree as Chiron. Expect any unresolved issues to come up, particularly around one’s sense of individuality and self-expression, as these are subjects ruled by the sign of Aries. Aries is a fire sign ruled by Mars, and as such, topics of war, violence, fire and accidents may be prominent in the news now. This can also bring up feelings of fear and loss, but also compassion and drive us to fight for justice. 

 

The Eclipse also forms a conjunction by sign with Mercury who is in retrograde. Mercury retrogrades are notorious for communication breakdowns and travel delays. With this being in Aries and conjoining the Eclipse, I am expecting there will be travel chaos especially in the path of totality. This can further emphasize the possibility of accidents during the weekend around the Eclipse. Also watch for angry and hurt words in yourself or others, especially those that bring up painful things from the past.

 

Another challenging aspect that is occurring around the eclipse is Mars conjunct Saturn in Pisces, which will go exact two days later on Wednesday March 10. Mars is the planet of action and energy and wants us to move forward, while Saturn is about rules and boundaries and likes to slow things down. This is like trying to press both the accelerator and the break at the same time. Mars conjunct Saturn can create frustration, and lead to things breaking down under pressure. If we either try to force things or to stop things we will be met with equally opposing forces. Being in the sign of Pisces, this can show up in the realms of the emotions in our personal lives. In the world this may show up as accidents or conflicts around water, shipping or marine environments.

 

It’s not all challenging, as the Eclipse is also conjunct Venus by sign. The planet of love and beauty lends some help to this rather volatile Solar Eclipse. As she is in Aries, she does tend to lean towards the more fiery and passionate side, rather than the soft and romantic. She reminds us that even amidst all the difficulties to try to see the beauty that is here and to focus your passions towards making the world and your life a better place. 

 

Overall the Solar Eclipse in Aries this weekend is a challenging one. Its one that brings frustration and can open up some old wounds. However it is also one that can bring us a chance to heal and to grow in spite of this. It asks us to not to try to either resist or force changes, but to accept the world and ourselves as we are. Remember eclipses are a time of necessary change in order to realign us with our highest good. 

 

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