Lunar Eclipse in Pisces - Good News Disguised as Bad News

 On Sunday September 07 we have a Full Moon Lunar Eclipse at 15 degrees of Pisces. Eclipses happen twice a year, about six months apart. The last pair of eclipses was in March earlier this year. Eclipses happen in pairs with a Lunar and Solar Eclipse occurring within two weeks of each other and are in opposite signs. This month we have a Lunar Eclipse in Pisces and a Solar Eclipse on September 21 in Virgo. The week before the first eclipse to the week after the last eclipse is sometimes referred to as "eclipse season" and is a time of change and disruption.

Moonlogy Oracle

 

Lunar eclipses often bring to light things that are hidden like secrets and scandals. Anything that has been hidden from the light tends to get exposed under a lunar eclipse. This particular lunar eclipse is in Pisces, a sign that is about spirituality, dreams, the subconscious, creativity and the collective. Lunar eclipses in Pisces can reveal hidden mental or emotional health issues, reveal spiritual truths to us or make us more psychically aware. While these truths may initially be upsetting or disruptive, they are trying to help us to grow and heal. I often find that eclipses are trying to get us to course correct, so if we are off the path a little we receive a little nudge from the Universe. However if we have gotten way off course, then the message will be more dramatic.

This Lunar Eclipse is opposite Mercury in Virgo and trine Jupiter in Cancer. Oppositions often manifest as an event in the outside world, in this case a message, as indicated by Mercury who rules communication and travel. Virgo rules over routines, work, physical health and even pets. Expect to hear news in one of these areas that confronts your sense of spirituality, mental health or creativity. It could be that we may have to adjust our routine, make health adjustments, or there are changes at work that may affect our sense of well being and ask us to find a better balance. We are being helped by the trine of Jupiter in Cancer, as the planet of luck and expansion tells us that these changes are ultimately for the best. The changes we make will allow us to grow in the areas of home, family and creativity. 

The Sabian Symbol for this Lunar Eclipse is "The Flow of Inspiration". This symbol is connected to our spirit guides and angels and how the Universe is bringing us messages if only we would stop, slow down and listen. This Full Moon we are being asked to pay attention to the messages and follow the guidance we are given. While the information we receive may not be what we want to hear initially, it does turn out to be helpful in the long run. If you can this week slow down, step back and take note of what is happening around you. The inspiration you receive will be worth it. 

 

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Solar Eclipse in Aries - Learning From the Past

On Saturday March 29, we have a New Moon at 9 degrees sign of Aries, that is also a Solar Eclipse.  Eclipses occur in pairs (a lunar and a solar, two weeks apart), twice a year. The next pair will occur in the fall, in September and October. Eclipses bring big starts and endings to the area of our lives that the signs they are in rule. If we have been off course, then the eclipses will bring change that is more dramatic. If we have been doing what we need to do, then the endings and new beginnings will feel more natural. Each of the two eclipses in a pair occur in the signs opposite each other. For example, Aries/Libra, Taurus/Scorpio, Gemini/Sagittarius etc. They will occur in the same pairs for about a year and a half, with some cross over before the eclipses move to the next pair. This what is happening this spring as we just had a Lunar Eclipse in the sign of Virgo, but this coming eclipse is in Aries. We are crossing over from the Aries/Libra axis to the Virgo/Pisces one. As this will be the last eclipse in Aries for the next 8 years, this is a time when changes that started during the fall of 2023 will be coming to completion.

Moonology Oracle

 

New Moons are a great time to set goals for the coming lunar cycle. Eclipses however can bring a volatile energy to the New Moon, so some people avoid setting intentions during eclipse season (the period a week before the first eclipse in a pair until the week after the last one). If you do decide to set intentions or do magical workings, keep in mind that the outcome can come about in highly unexpected ways. As this eclipse is in Aries, it is about our sense of individualism, our identity and can be a time when we are feeling brave and open to risk taking. This is also a North Node eclipse, so is a time when we are being pushed forward to move beyond our comfort zone.

This eclipse is conjunct both Venus and Mercury retrograde by sign, so there is an element of something from the past coming up for review. Mercury conjoins with Neptune on this day before slipping back into the sign of Pisces, so there may be a sense of confusion around some piece of information. Keep your skepticism about any news you may hear today, especially if it sounds either outrageous or too good to be true.

This eclipse is being helped by a sextile to both Jupiter in Gemini and Pluto in Aquarius. Jupiter brings a sense of optimism and an opportunity to grow through the changes that this eclipse brings. Pluto supports this as well, bringing a desire to change things on a deeper level. We don't want the changes to be superficial, but long lasting. In fact any changes made now, even small ones, may have a more profound impact on us over time than we may realize now.

The Sabian Symbol for this Solar Eclipse is "A Man Teaching New Forms from Old Symbols". This is about gathering new understandings from lessons we have learned in the past. This shows that the retrogrades of both Mercury and Venus are bringing their lessons to us to help us move forward in new ways this eclipse. Any changes and new experiences we encounter now, we can use the lessons from the past to help us to navigate things. While in the past we may have understood things on a superficial or intellectual level, now we see things in a new light, with the understanding of wisdom and experience. We have reached a deeper and more profound level of understanding and can now help to teach and be an example of others.

 

 

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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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Lunar Eclipse in Libra - Old Secrets Revealed

On Monday March 25 we have the first eclipse of 2024 at 5 degrees of Libra. This eclipse is a lunar eclipse, which is when the shadow of the Earth blocks the rays of the Sun reflecting on the Moon. This creates a reddish hue to the Moon, giving the name “blood moon” to lunar eclipses. Eclipses are not just dramatic to view, but have also been known to cause drama in our lives. This is not only on the day of the eclipse but also the week or two leading up to and after the eclipse season. Eclipses always come in pairs, with a lunar eclipse and a solar eclipse coming two weeks apart (sometimes a solar will precede a lunar or vice versa). This creates a four week time where events can take a dramatic turn. This of course depends on where the eclipses appear in your chart. Those with strong aspects to the eclipse, will feel the affects more than those that do not.

 

Moonology Oracle

 

Solar eclipses bring dramatic beginnings and endings, while lunar eclipses bring hidden things to light. As this is a lunar eclipse on the South Node, its all about the past and karma, so expect some old secrets to come out in the next couple of weeks. Keep your ears and eyes peeled as you may learn some surprising information, and if you have been hiding something, prepare for it to possibly be revealed now. What it is about depends upon where it is in your chart. To get some idea of how this lunar eclipse may affect you, take a look at your rising sign below. If you don’t know your rising sign, you can look up your Sun or Moon sign.

 

Aries – This lunar eclipse is in your seventh house of partnerships. If you or your partner has been keeping a secret, you can expect it to be exposed now. If you are both honest and faithful, then you have nothing to worry about. You may find out some information about their past that you did not know, which does not have to be a bad thing, sometimes it can come as a pleasant surprise. You never know what you might learn. This doesn’t just apply to romance, this could apply to any partnerships including business ones.

 

Taurus – This eclipse is in the sixth house of daily routines, health and pets. You may find out some surprising health information now. This could be the missing piece of the puzzle you were looking for that can help put you on track towards healing. You also may undergo a reevaluation of you daily routine and reassess how you are spending your time. Are you putting time into the things that truly matter most? Its time to re-prioritize and reschedule things. You may also receive some surprising news about a pet.

 

Gemini – Changes to how you spend your free time, to hobbies and creative time are on the horizon. You may also find out new information regarding a child in your life. Be open to the new inspirations and ideas that are coming your way. An interest in an old hobby or pastime could be renewed now. This is also a time where fertility issues may arise or you may hear about an unexpected pregnancy.

 

Cancer – The lunar eclipse occurs in the area governing family, lineage and home. Family secrets and ancestral information may come to light now. It’s a great time to do some genealogical research, as you may be surprised at what you uncover. New information may also come up around your home or property, or you may move residences or experience a change in your living satiation. It is also possible that there is a change occurring in your parents’ lives now.

 

Leo –  This eclipse season brings changes to how you communicate with others. You may decide to learn a language, or change the way you interact on social media. Its also a great time to start writing a book or any other writing project. This eclipse may also bring surprise information about a sibling or close friend. You never know what interesting things you may learn now. Expect there to be a lot of gossip going around over the next few weeks.

 

Virgo – Financial issues are highlighted for you now. Surprising news about your finances and changes in this area are likely. This is neither good or bad, as it can go either way now. You may have to join forces with someone else or have to reassess how you are earning or spending money. You are being asked to look at your values and examine if your finances are matching up with what you say is important to you.

 

Libra – Changes to the way you present yourself, your identity and self-image will come up over this eclipse season. Do you need to discard any outdated clothes or any stories that you tell about yourself? You may hear some surprising things about the way others see you as opposed with how you see yourself. This can be a great time for self-revelation and  to revamp your style. It’s time to look at this as a new chapter and embrace a new vision of yourself.

 

Scorpio - This lunar eclipse may not appear very dramatic on the outside, but it can be a time of inner turmoil and change for you. The eclipse is in your twelfth house of the subconscious and the shadow. Some difficult truths and inner insights are bubbling up for you now. It is helpful to spend this time in introspection in order to process these new revelations. The twelfth house also rules institutions like hospitals and prisons, so if you work for or are involved with a large institution, some surprising information may come out over the next few weeks.

 

Sagittarius - The lunar eclipse is in your eleventh house of friends and community. Lunar eclipses can bring secrets to light so you may hear some surprising things about your friends, or those around you may be making some big changes in their life. If a community has been keeping secrets or trying to hide something, the lid will likely get blown off now. This can also be a time when an enemy is revealed as the eleventh house is also about open enemies. That or a long time enemy may get some karmic come back.

 

Capricorn - Your tenth house of career and public image is being affected by this lunar eclipse. Changes are coming to this area, and you may decide to switch careers entirely or change your focus or direction. New ideas, inspiration or information are coming your way, and it could shake up the way you are doing things. You may also revamp your public image, or if you have a business your branding or find yourself pivoting in a new direction.

 

Aquarius - The lunar eclipse brings hidden information to light and for you this will be in areas like higher education, travel, religion or philosophy. You may also receive new information if you are involved in a legal dispute or waiting on an official legal decision. This is a good time to re-evaluate long term goals, especially if you are considering relocating to another place or taking a long trip. You may also have a change of heart about an educational path you are taking, either going back to school, or changing your current educational path entirely.

 

Pisces - Expect changes and new information about any investments you hold or debts you owe. Any joint property or assets are highlighted now and may be in for changes as you learn some valuable information. This could be good or bad depending, but either way, don’t make any sudden decisions now. Wait until after the eclipse season is over, in about a month, and consider things carefully. Secrets surrounding topics like sex and deeper psychology or spirituality may also come to light . You may even have a psychological breakthrough of your own. Also secrets held by those who have passed on may be revealed unexpectedly.

 

Eclipses are always a time of change and upheaval, but they affect everyone differently, and as stated above, some will be more affect you personally more than others. Eclipses are not to be feared though, as they are a way or realigning ourselves. The eclipse will put you back on track in the area it occurs in your chart. For some people that may mean small changes, and others big ones. During these times, it is best to go with the flow, rather than trying to fight it.

 

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