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The predictions below are descriptive, NOT judgmental.
We discuss relationships in a wide sense and that's why we will often refer to your family life, co-workers or neighbors,... as well -- if applicable.
So, actually, the forecasts are so much more than just a monthly (love) horoscope.
In case we find a powerful or rare astrological configuration, we will comment on this too.
This way you will be able to learn some astrological principles by reading your 2022 free monthly horoscope.
Among many other techniques, we review powerful Fixed Stars, degree areas, planetary pictures (and midpoint combos) that may affect your Sun's position -- making this more reliable than simple Sun sign forecasts.
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Why is it possible that our forecasts still can be wrong for you?
Because we only and solely delineate the transiting planets/bodies and midpoints that aspect your natal Sun WITHOUT taking into account any interference from any other natal planet/body (because we don't have your natal chart that contains much more planets/bodies and points than just the Sun).
If, for example, the transiting Jupiter/Uranus midpoint aspects your natal Sun, this may indicate a fortunate event -- which we will mention.
However, if, in your natal chart, Saturn aspects the Sun (which we cannot know), the meaning of this configuration changes completely and becomes more challenging and you may find our prediction to be wrong for you.
Generally speaking, January 2, 3, 4 and 18 are "less lucky" days.
Try not to initiate any major projects on these dark, unfortunate, chaotic and empty days (no proposals, no marriages, no changes of residence,...) because things may not go as planned or wished.
In the 45° dial, there are numerous powerful midpoint combos between outer planets going on that will be exact this month and that will mark this month's Zeitgeist.
First of all, the Neptune/Chiron midpoint is at the Vernal point or Aries point (0° Aries) (Vp = NE/CH), reflecting "the world at large" and having a profound influence on the whole world at large, as one unity and entity.
Then, there is Pluto hitting the Jupiter/Neptune and Saturn/Chiron midpoints (PL = JU/NE = SA/CH).
Additionally, the Saturn/Neptune midpoint exactly hits the Pluto/Chiron midpoint (SA/NE = PL/CH) and the Saturn/Uranus midpoint hits the Pluto/mean Lunar Node midpoint (SA/UR = PL/KN).
The Neptune/Chiron midpoint being exactly at the Vernal point (Vp = NE/CH) kept lingering on for some time already but now it's exact and thus fully affecting the world at large.
There is worldwide agony, cognitive dissonance and something weird is going on that cannot be fully explained just yet.
Things are too illusive to be seen at this time and there is suffering, a feeling of disillusionment and sadness overall.
Following astrometeorology, this midpoint might coincide with lots of (worldwide) precipitation (rain, snow, floods, inundations, ...).
Slow-moving Pluto too has been lingering on and hitting some powerful midpoints and, currently again, it's exactly hitting the Jupiter/Neptune and harsh Saturn/Chiron midpoints once more (PL = JU/NE = SA/CH).
The PL = SA/CH midpoint is one of the harshest ones to experience.
All Saturn/Chiron midpoints are harsh, especially on a physical and/or material level, but when intense and forceful Pluto enters the picture, it adds some darkness and always has a (traumatic) emotional connotation.
Hence, this midpoint may bring quite some (material and/or physical) intense and traumatic hardship here and there.
It might present definite turning points, without any turning back at all because the past is "lost" or over and "the bridge that is crossed is burned."
The PL = JU/NE midpoint combination on the other hand is indicative of, among others, financial issues, the big financial (or market) crash, huge expenses or financial losses, the big scandal(s) or corruption or fraud, fanaticism based upon beliefs or perceptions or imagination, the suppression of some ideologies, the big waste.
There is evidence that this midpoint is involved in drownings and severe water-related issues (floods, inundations, profound precipitation, torrential rain, snow) as well.
By the way, because Jupiter and Neptune are now both in the water sign Pisces for most of 2022, the sign they both rule, expect huge water-related issues (floods, inundations etc.) most of the year.
Move away from (coastal) areas that are known to be sensitive to inundations and/or floods.
The Saturn/Neptune midpoint right at the Pluto/Chiron midpoint (SA/NE = PL/CH) blends sadness and illness (SA/NE) with an intense and major turning point, leaving a huge emotional impact (PL/CH).
Things are brought to a head and transform our experience.
This planetary picture seems to indicate some kind of cleansing, a necessary transforming purge or catharsis.
There are political changes on the way with governments and/or leaders of state and/or representatives resigning or getting under fire.
The Saturn/Uranus midpoint at the Pluto/mean Lunar Node midpoint (SA/UR = PL/KN) is indicative of upheaval, rebellion, tension and stress (SA/UR) affecting a huge crowd, the masses (PL/KN).
There are possible disruptions, breaking of the rules, pent up aggression connecting the masses.
This planetary picture suggests collective mass upheaval and mass manifestations that may become violent here and there.
Around the perigee New Moon of January 2, Mercury enters Aquarius, resulting in breaking news, emergencies and some crisis situation.
Perigee New Moons this time of the year tend to coincide with cold winters and inclement weather.
Around January 8-9, the Sun and Venus conjoin at 18° Capricorn, a blocked, tense and "stiff" degree area.
Huge resistance prevails and there is no time to relax.
This is not a peaceful conjunction, rather one pointing to (legal) disputes, trying to resolve existential issues, feeling oppression and, especially, feeling the pressure of time.
Mercury stations at 10° Aquarius around the same day of January 14 and turns retrograde.
Stationing Mercury, above all, affects Geminis and Virgos (and Gemini and Virgo Ascendants) most.
Things are not going as they wish and they may feel below par.
Don't take any important decision and wait till Mercury goes direct again early next month.
Communication and traffic issues might arise.
The degree area of 10° Aquarius coincides with passionately breaking out of "the unknown" and leaving behind one's comfort zone to attach oneself to some goal.
Following mundane astrology, Mercury's station often coincides with periods of strikes, protests and manifestations.
Around January 16, the Sun and Pluto meet at 26° Capricorn.
This powerful combo at a powerful degree suggests tense power conflicts, huge resistance and tenaciously fighting for one's ideals.
Following mundane astrology, there can be huge fights and/or tense disputes with the armed forces (police) and in or related to governments.
In some instances some totalitarian measures are a possibility.
Around the January 18 Full Moon period, Uranus stations and turns direct at 10° Taurus.
This is a very turbulent and explosive Full Moon period, especially so because the Sun enters Aquarius (which is ruled by Uranus) around January 19 as well.
There are emergencies and there is some crisis situation going on.
Expect irritable behavior also.
Stationing Uranus during a Full Moon coincides with tense, noisy and sleepless nights.
Aquarians (and Aquarius Ascendants) may rejoice as their life may get on track again slowly again.
Following astrometeorology, stationing Uranus often coincides with storms and/or thunder.
Also, the station may bring snow, causing dire situations here and there.
When the Sun enters another zodiac sign, it acts like a trigger and in the current ingress of the Sun in Aquarius, it will also trigger Uranus, ruler of Aquarius.
Also realize that stationing Uranus is squaring stationing Mercury so that this combo may coincide with heavy (snow) storms, disruptions, traffic and/or transportation accidents and breaking news.
Opinions or news may change abruptly and you should prepare for unexpected detours and changes of course.
Also note that the true Lunar North Node enters Taurus too around the same days of January 18-19 (the mean Lunar North Node entered Taurus already in December 2021), adding to some existential issues that will affect our comfort zone for the coming 18 months or so.
Around the same day of January 23, the Sun and Mercury meet at 3° Aquarius, confirming or even reinforcing fierce wind or (snow) storm(s) here and there.
However, both bodies conjoin at a degree of "a successful phase" related to social gatherings, getting together and connecting, bringing more opportunities for the better.
This degree area also indicates being able to successfully stay in one's own power -- resulting in expansion of some sort (like pregnancies, getting new acquaintances, marrying, ...).
Almost always, new opportunities arise for the better.
Around January 25-26, retrograde Mercury re-enters Capricorn as well, making for a stellium in Capricorn (Mercury, Venus, Mars and Pluto are currently in Capricorn) and reinforcing a conservative, narrow and strict attitude.
Following astrometeorology, a Capricorn stellium may coincide with ice cold weather and stormy weather here and there.
Retrograde Mercury meets Pluto at 26° Capricorn around January 28-29, while Venus stations and turns direct again at 11° Capricorn.
The Mercury-Pluto conjunction suggests anger and annoyance, mental strain and a very obsessive mind.
Information and/or documents may be reviewed or revised and even hidden, censored.
Any Mercury-Pluto contact suggests the need and urge to investigate.
Following astrometeorology, this aspect often coincides with heavy wind and storms here and there.
Direct Venus in Capricorn may point to a move, a change of residence or a career change.
Money management is a given and trying to feel secure also.
Around January 30, the Sun at 10° Aquarius squares Uranus at 10° Taurus, its own dispositor (because Uranus rules Aquarius, the sign the Sun is posited in).
This waning square is turbulent and chaotic because it fights for freedom and independence.
It's an aspect of fighting against the mainstream and opposing rules and boundaries.
This degree area too is indicative of job changes, moves and enforced changes in or with some group of people.
During this month of February there are no specific planetary configuration of stationing outer planets that might affect some birthdays.
Generally speaking, February 3, 6, 8 and 16 are "less lucky" days.
Try not to initiate any major projects on these dark, unfortunate, chaotic and empty days (no proposals, no marriages, no changes of residence,...) because things may not go as planned or wished.
In the 45° dial, there are numerous powerful midpoint combos between outer planets going on that will be exact this month and that will mark this month's Zeitgeist.
We will not list them all and only mention and describe the ones we are able to delineate properly.
First of all, there is Neptune hitting the Saturn/Pluto midpoint (NE = SA/PL).
Additionally, Uranus is at the Jupiter/Chiron midpoint (UR = JU/CH) and in the 2nd half of the month, the Saturn/Uranus midpoint hits the Vernal point (Aries point or 0° Aries) (Vp = SA/UR).
The powerful NE = SA/PL midpoint is indicative of, among others, being betrayed, misled and damaged by some people or someone; the massive delusion, the damage through poisons or invisible things; the damage through water and/or fluids (floods or inundations as well); the disguised uses and abuses of power.
The UR = JU/CH midpoint is a very thrilling one, indicative of, among others, sudden revelations, the sudden fortunate change(s), the big aha-moment and insight, the sudden or unexpected opening of a door, the lucky break(s) and/or windfall(s), the good cheer, the technological progress.
The Vp = SA/UR midpoint that is especially active in the 2nd half of the month, suggests, among others, the worldwide resistance; the worldwide stress and/or tension; the worldwide leave-takings; the worldwide revisions of rules that don't work; the worldwide revision and changes of procedures; the worldwide conflict between "the old" and "the new"; the worldwide breaking of the rules; the worldwide tragic losses; the worldwide force and/or violence; the worldwide fighting against oppression and restrictions.
The February 1 New Moon at 12° Aquarius actually hits the Saturn/Uranus midpoint, pointing to some tense situation(s) full of stress.
Because the New Moon squares its own dispositor (Uranus), the energies are disruptive, unsettling, erratic and explosive.
Around February 3-4, Mercury stations at 24° Capricorn and turns direct again.
Geminis and Virgos (and Gemini and Virgo Ascendants alike) will rejoice as their Sun sign or rising sign ruler slowly starts to move forward again.
There is some progress noticeable and you are able to make better informed decisions.
Following mundane astrology, stationing Mercury often coincides with periods of strikes, protests and/or manifestations.
There can be some news or documents that mark the end of a seemingly stable situation, that point to the breaking down of lies because Mercury is now at a very "truth-finding" degree.
In some instances, this station of Mercury might coincide with the news of the death of someone.
This is the more so because, around the same day of February 4, the Sun and Saturn conjoin at 15° Aquarius, a degree linked with receiving information or news about the death of a male person.
In some instances, this conjunction also marks the decision to anxiously leave the place of residence, flee away or escape some situation.
The current energies point to agony, cognitive dissonance and some painful situation (literally or figuratively).
Mercury and Pluto conjoin at 27° Capricorn (and trine the Lunar North Node in Taurus) around February 11, indicative of the news of a death.
Some documents and/or information are released that need some further investigation.
Mercury enters Aquarius around February 14, pointing to breaking news, some emergency situation, sudden changes of opinion and/or sudden changes of course.
Some situation gets a reversal and/or there is a crisis that needs to be tackled.
The Sun at 27° Aquarius squares the mean Lunar Nodes around the same day of February 14-15, reflecting and confirming an unstable period of upheaval and crisis.
The degree area of 27° Aquarius is often associated with panic and tense disagreements and arguments.
Following astrometeorology, this period often coincides with natural disasters and/or floods.
Mercury at 11° Aquarius squares Uranus (its dispositor) at 11° Taurus around February 24-25, suggesting breaking news, traffic and/or communication interruptions.
There is great stress and tension noticeable and you better prepare for sudden changes of course and detours.
During this month of March there are no specific planetary configuration of stationing outer planets that might affect some birthdays.
Generally speaking, March 13, 14, 15 and 29 are "less lucky" days.
Try not to initiate any major projects on these dark, unfortunate, chaotic and empty days (no proposals, no marriages, no changes of residence,...) because things may not go as planned or wished.
In the 45° dial, there are a couple of powerful midpoint combos between outer planets going on that will be exact this month and that will mark this month's Zeitgeist.
First of all, there is the Jupiter/Neptune midpoint hitting the Uranus/Pluto midpoint (JU/NE = UR/PL).
Additionally, the Jupiter/Saturn midpoint is at the Uranus/Neptune midpoint (JU/SA = UR/NE).
The powerful JU/NE = UR/PL midpoint is indicative of, among others, floods, inundations, stormy weather, heavy precipitation, arrests related to big scandals or fraud/corruption, envisioning big and profound changes, the expanding uprising, the enforced or imposed ideologies or beliefs, to transform anything that is not of your design, to create new unique visions, ideologies or lifestyles.
The JU/SA = UR/NE midpoint is indicative of, among others, damage to property because of water-related issues, the general dissatisfaction and uncertainty, leaving or quitting home, travel, the exodus, unstable living conditions, the disappointments and delays that create uncertainty.
Around the March 2 New Moon at 12° Pisces, Mercury and Saturn are conjunct at 18° Aquarius.
This degree area may have to do with air crashes, something/someone falling down (figuratively or literally) and/or news about some emergency resulting in separation.
Around the same day of March 3, Mars and Venus both conjoin Pluto at 27° Capricorn, suggesting early March is an extremely passionate period with intense feelings (for good or ill).
This degree area also reflects power dictates and calculated actions.
There is dissatisfaction with how things develop and that result in separation and division.
If you are born around January 18, March 3, April 17-18, June 3, July 20, September 5, October 21 or December 5, this conjunction may indicate a time frame of making love and intense romantic involvements that may be overwhelming.
Beware of crossing lines or inappropriate behavior as this combo is also found in times of rape and even lustful murder.
The Sun and Jupiter meet at 14° Pisces around the same day of March 5.
Following mundane astrology, this conjunction tends to indicate periods of peace, generally speaking.
Actually, the brilliant French astrologer André Barbault has found that (wide) Sun Jupiter conjunctions (which happen approx. every 13 months) show beneficial effects for society if not cancelled out by other restricting configurations.
It's a very uplifting aspect, resulting in more optimism.
Because of the upcoming peaceful Jupiter-Neptune conjunction in April this year, there is no need to fear any war at all.
It's all hype and likely meant to act as a smoke screen to cover something else.
The degree area itself, however, is indicative of a chaotic period, with lots of uncertainty and feeling lost.
There is too much going on to handle properly all at once and there is the likelihood of floods or inundations here and there as well.
Additionally, gas explosions may occur during the conjunction.
Around March 6, Venus and Mars conjoin at 0° Aquarius, their second merging together this year.
This time, they gather at a degree of crisis situations and big U-turns.
Remember when Jupiter and Saturn were conjunct at the same degree on December 21, 2020 and what happened then?
Any conjunction at this particular disruptive degree overturns any status quo and changes "the rules of the game."
Also, any Venus-Mars conjunction is a very passionate, intense, stormy and even explosive combo.
According to the massive research done by keen astrologer Michele Finey, Venus-Mars conjunctions are as potent and revolutionary as Uranus-Pluto conjunctions and they act as catalysts for change in a more personally accessible and conscious way.
So, this whole early March period tends to become highly electrifying and intense, setting in motion a whole pattern that will likely span generations.
On a more personal level, this conjunction of Venus and Mars in the air sign Aquarius will spice up the love life of air signs (Gemini, Libra and Aquarius) as well as the Sun sign (and rising sign) Leo as well.
Some of you may even meet Mr. or Ms. Right just now while Venus and Mars reside in Aquarius till April 5.
Be aware that whenever Venus and Mars meet and conjoin, lines and boundaries are crossed more easily (figuratively or literally), often resulting in clashes.
Questions about what is appropriate and what not may arise.
Following astrometeorology, there can be heavy storms here and there (this is the more so because the conjunction happens at 0° Aquarius, a so-called "critical degree" in an air sign).
With both planets entering Aquarius, there is now a stellium (more than three planets) in that air sign (Mercury, Venus, Mars and Saturn), increasing the odds of turbulent and disruptive manifestations and events in the coming days.
This is a very liberating and freedom-loving week for sure and, also, "there is something in the air."
Around the same day of March 6, Mercury at 24° Aquarius squares the true Lunar Nodes, suggesting a very hectic and busy period.
Some plans may (have to) be cancelled and some of you may have the impression that you are just under the influence or the victim of some higher forces.
Mercury enters Pisces, the sign of its detriment around March 9-10, indicative of chaos, confusion, uncertainty.
There is some disappointment going on.
Following astrometeorology, there can be quite some rainfall or precipitation here and there, resulting in floods, inundations and other water-related issues.
This is the more likely because there are now 4 planets in the water sign Pisces (the Sun, Mercury, Jupiter and Neptune), indicative of a period of lots of precipitation.
Maritime issues may pop up.
Beware of storms also.
A stellium (more than three planets) in the secretive sign Pisces reflects lots of undercover and hidden events and plans going on.
Lots may be going on behind the scenes indeed.
The Sun and Neptune conjoin at 22° Pisces around March 13, suggesting another disappointment, especially in someone of the opposite gender.
It's important to just let go and go for new ideals.
Around the March 18 Full Moon, Venus at 12° Aquarius squares its own dispositor Uranus at 12° Taurus.
Both planets dispose each other and are in mutual reception (meaning each planet is in the sign the other planet rules, resulting in exchange status and helpful reciprocation).
This waning square is indicative of short-lived attractions and sudden relationship break-ups and tension.
Relationships are lived in a detached way.
On a material or financial level, they indicate the looking for new and unique ways of saving money and finding income.
Venus squares the true Nodes around March 30, confirming and even reinforcing a down period or low point when it comes to relationships (in the widest sense) and romance.
During this month of April there are no specific planetary configuration of stationing outer planets that might affect some birthdays.
Generally speaking, April 19 is a "less lucky" day.
Try not to initiate any major projects on this dark, unfortunate, chaotic and empty day (no proposals, no marriages, no changes of residence,...) because things may not go as planned or wished.
In the 45° dial, there are a couple of powerful midpoint combos between outer planets going on that will be exact this month and that will mark this month's Zeitgeist.
First of all, there is the Jupiter/Pluto midpoint hitting the Neptune/Pluto midpoint (JU/PL = NE/PL).
Additionally, the Jupiter/Saturn midpoint is at the Saturn/Neptune midpoint (JU/SA = SA/NE) and (stationing) Pluto hits the Uranus/Chiron midpoint (PL = UR/CH).
The powerful JU/PL = NE/PL midpoint is indicative of, among others, severe floods, inundations, lots of precipitation, severe water-related issues, BIG scandals or fraud/corruption going viral, the drowning(s), the exodus and refugees, the lost and/or disappearing or disappeared people, the massive loss of reputation.
The JU/SA = SA/NE midpoint is indicative of, among others, severe damage to property and buildings, the general dissatisfaction and uncertainty, not feeling well (often related to liver or lung issues), the political changes and political crisis situations.
The (stationing) PL = UR/CH midpoint gets more impact because of Pluto's station and indicates, among others, a very sudden or unexpected turn over or reversal, the abrupt disruption having a huge emotional impact, the sudden big changes affecting ICT, computers, electricity and/or the internet, the masses enforcing freedom, the liberation, the huge disruption, the heavy turmoil, the intense shock.
Around April 2, the Sun, Mercury and Chiron are conjunct at 12-13° Aries, coinciding with communication issues, internet outages, electronics breaking down, technical defects and/or damage to electrical products and gear.
Mars and Saturn conjoin at 22° Aquarius around April 4-5, trying to look for more personal freedom.
There are dire and difficult surrounding situations that block further activities or actions.
You seem to battle windmills.
You may feel alone, rejected, or have to face something alone.
Around the same period of April 5, Venus enters compassionate Pisces while Mars at 22° Aquarius, still conjunct Saturn, squares the true Lunar Nodes.
Clearly, early April marks a "bloody period" during which accidents and physical injuries affecting a group of people may happen.
All aspects between Mars and the Lunar Nodes point to the increased likelihood of physical injuries affecting lots of people (like in accidents or shootings, for example).
At 22° in fixed signs, both planets together also indicate buildings on fire and/or not being able to manifest oneself and/or seeing no option(s).
This degree area often indicates events ending in a painful separation and/or the destruction of something (which meaning is confirmed and even reinforced by the involvement of Mars, Saturn and the Nodes that blend together).
Following astrometeorology, Venus entering Pisces coincides with precipitation here and there.
Jupiter and Neptune conjoin at 23° Pisces around the same day of April 12.
Both planets (ruling the water sign Pisces) at a degree of floods and inundations don't promise too much good in that respect.
Expect tons of precipitation, floods, inundations and the like here and there in April.
Following the meticulous research done by the late French astrologer André Barbault, Jupiter-Neptune conjunctions coincide with periods of peace treaties.
Moreover, this conjunction is also found in the history of France which seems to follow this particular planetary cycle and indicates a new way of governing (government restructuring).
This conjunction becomes yet more powerful this time as it coincides with the presidential elections in France.
There are no coincidences at all and we are all part of a self-directing and self-steering pre-programmed script.
Following mundane astrology, Jupiter-Neptune conjunctions (and aspects) often indicate the uncovering of massive fraud, corruption and big scandals that go viral.
Also, all Jupiter-Neptune aspects are indicative of increased critical thinking towards governments and it's a very creative aspect also, especially in an artistic way.
In the compassionate sign Pisces, this conjunction has a very charitable effect with profound humanitarian interests and nature-loving traits.
The downside of this aspect may be megalomania, unrealistic ideals, being totally and endlessly absorbed in some ideology or belief(s), delusions, dreamy expectations and boundless imagination losing firm ground.
Sadly enough, in the past, this conjunction coincided often with a big health crisis and even epidemics too.
Taking into account that Pluto is soon turning backward to re-do some unfinished work (or re-try) and stressful Saturn and Uranus are in an applying square, we should not forget there still might be something in store for us this year...
If you have watched Prof. Yuval Harari's 2018 and 2020 speeches at the Annual Davos Meeting of the world leaders, you might understand why a "sudden health crisis" presents such a brilliant but sinister opportunity and "coincidence" to (have to) collect people's data (biometrics, DNA etc.) in an enforced or imposed way for a totally different grandiose but untold purpose (after all, as it's told, "humans are hackable animals").
Around April 14-15, Mars enters Pisces, suggesting confusion and chaos all over.
You may feel lost a bit and don't know what to do.
There are now 4 planets in the water sign Pisces (Venus, Mars, Jupiter and Neptune), presenting some issues and suggesting a treacherous period if you are Aries (or have Aries rising).
There is a lot of work going on behind the scenes but also people working behind your back.
With Venus and Mars together in Pisces now, the love life of all water signs (Cancer, Scorpio and Pisces) is likely to blossom and the same holds true for Virgos (and Virgo Ascendants).
The April 16 Full Moon squares (stationing) Pluto and keeps to an opinion but is also willing to do some deep research and investigation into some matter.
This Full Moon shines light on some matter and wants to influence or convince some group or society.
Pluto stations at 28° Capricorn and turns retrograde around April 29.
Any time heavy and generational Pluto stations in the earth sign Capricorn, representing the crust of the earth, the "outer skin" and border, it increases the odds of earthquakes, earth slides, mining disasters and other earth related disasters.
Because Pluto also rules "the underworld", mining disasters and issues regarding tunnels and underground issues etc. may arise as well.
Now that Pluto turns backward, it's important to be aware that Pluto is soon again going to occupy some of the tyrannical degrees that we experienced in the last two years, suggesting that retrograde Pluto still has something in store and is preparing "something" again for us...
If you are Scorpio or have Scorpio rising, the period of Pluto's station may present some (health) issues and you may likely feel below par.
You better keep a low profile for now as things don't go as you wished for.
Following mundane astrology, stationing Pluto is not only of importance in natural disasters, but may also coincide with events resulting in many casualties at once.
At 28° Capricorn, this station is indicative of a cool atmosphere and the "primacy of the intellect" and "blind reasoning" and calculations.
Hence, it does not wonder this degree area reflects hospitals, for example, suggesting a period of hospitalization, illness or people needing care.
People tend to become a bit more distant as well.
Additionally, the power of the reasoning mind may also point to the power of psychological warfare...
Mercury enters its own sign Gemini around the April 30 Solar Eclipse at 10° Taurus, while Venus and Jupiter conjoin at 27° Pisces.
Mercury entering mutable Gemini almost always coincides with news from siblings and/or neighbors, being on the move or making a trip.
Some of you may move, change residence or change the place as well so that you are likely nowhere at home during this transitional time.
The Solar Eclipse at 10° Taurus is valid for the coming 6 months and is at a degree of a move, a change of residence, changing group interactions, "changing the herd", being forced to change in order to survive, finding new herd or group attachments and interactions, experiencing chaotic and seemingly senseless situations and/or experiencing events that are beyond imagination.
These delineations may be present one way or the other, one of the coming days, weeks and months.
The keen astrologer and researcher Bernadette Brady has found that this 6 North Saros Cycle is concerned with the individual's relationship to father figures, authority figures or the need to take responsibility and control.
It's a time to accept the commitments that are presented, commitments which could occur due to another person's illness or another person's unreliability.
When considering the Solar Eclipse's relationship with authority figures and control, the additional fact that Pluto will return to tyrannical degrees and the upcoming applying tyrannical Saturn-Uranus square during the coming 6 months, while Jupiter and Neptune remain in Pisces, one cannot but expect and prepare for some new hardship coming our way for or in the 2nd half of this year...
Just remember, in case this happens, it's most likely the last card of "them", be prepared and realize that life may start to move forward again after that period and bring more liberating energies (especially when Pluto enters liberating and freedom-loving Aquarius next year).
Understand that one can only get liberating energies after being fenced or boxed in.
The Venus-Jupiter conjunction at 27° Pisces during this Solar Eclipse and during Pluto's station at 28° Capricorn is remarkable because Venus and Jupiter are sextile stationing Pluto.
On a personal level, this configuration is exceptionally fortunate, presenting immense popularity and appeal, which will be an important trait of those born around these days.
Both planets sextile stationing Pluto are very sensual, love to please, need to be creative and artistic and are, generally speaking, "fortunate and successful" in life.
Following astrometeorology, Venus and Jupiter meeting at the late Pisces degrees (especially nearby Neptune) may present lots and lots of issues with precipitation, floods and inundations here and there the whole period of late April.
Generally speaking, May 3, 10, 22 and 25 are "less lucky" days.
Try not to initiate any major projects on these dark, unfortunate, chaotic and empty days (no proposals, no marriages, no changes of residence,...) because things may not go as planned or wished.
In the 45° dial, there are a couple of powerful midpoint combos between outer planets going on that will be exact this month and that will mark this month's Zeitgeist.
First of all, there is the Saturn/Pluto midpoint hitting the Jupiter/Neptune midpoint (SA/PL = JU/NE).
Additionally, Pluto hits the Jupiter/Saturn midpoint (PL = JU/SA).
The powerful SA/PL = JU/NE midpoint is indicative of, among others, lots of bankruptcies (this one is almost a given), severe financial losses or expenses resulting in hardship, power conflicts because of ideological reasons and beliefs, fanatically enforcing one's own beliefs or ideology.
The PL = JU/SA midpoint indicates, among others, renovations and (re)construction work, demolishing and/or remodeling buildings, to control a situation, the extreme perseverance, to do the utmost to reach a goal, the destruction of real estate, the profound changes in the social order and society, the harshness of the social and/or economic system, the total reversal to plans previously made.
On a more personal level, the latter meanings may apply to you this month if you are born around January 18, March 4, April 18, June 4, July 21, September 6, October 21-22 or December 5.
The Sun and freedom-loving Uranus conjoin around May 4-5 at 14° Taurus, a degree area related to freedom-driven urges connected to the herd or community and/or issues about stability and security.
It often coincides with material and/or financial crisis situations and losses.
Regaining freedom often demands to get rid of material goods or may come at a (financial) cost.
Following mundane astrology, this conjunction at 14°-15° Taurus might show turmoil and disruptions for a large group of people with material and/or financial consequences.
In other words, material damage, damage to property because of natural disasters, earthquakes, storm, blackouts etc. is to be expected as well.
Around May 10, Mercury at 4° Gemini stations and turns backward.
As usual, stationing Mercury above all influences Geminis and Virgos most (as well as Gemini and Virgo Ascendants), resulting in feeling down or lacking zest or experiencing things that don't go as wished for.
There might be some health issues as well.
It's not recommended to make any decisions right now and you better wait till Mercury turns direct again around June 3.
Following mundane astrology, stationing Mercury often coincides with strikes, protests and manifestations, the more so when Mercury stations in Gemini.
Additionally, expect transportation and traffic issues or disruptions here and there.
Communication in whatever way or form may go awry and you may have to rewrite or reconsider texts, analyses, reports etc.
Expansive Jupiter enters pushy Aries around the same day of May 10-11, suggesting some publicity, important publication and/or announcement that gets lots of (worldwide) attention.
Jupiter feels very well in Aries as they both share the same element and energetic drive.
There is a lot of (self-)promotion and even propaganda going on.
The Sun conjoins the true Lunar North Node at 22° Taurus around May 13, pointing to an unstable period (actually, the whole month is unstable but around this period it's coming to a climax).
Emotions tend to run high and in Taurus, the sign of a ruminant, things take time to process and assimilate.
Following astrometeorology, any period during which the Sun is conjunct or square the Lunar Nodes, there is an increased risk of floods, inundations and/or natural disasters due to tidal effects.
This can be an uncomfortable period during which our comfort zone can be hit here and there.
Around the same day of May 15-16, the Sun at 24° Taurus squares Saturn at 24° Aquarius while a Lunar Eclipse at 25° Scorpio is active too.
This means that Saturn actually squares the (perigee) Full Moon.
When analyzing this particular mid May astrological configuration, we get the following pieces of the puzzle:
there is a Lunar Eclipse (a Full Moon)
which is also a SuperMoon (at perigee the Moon is closest to the earth and thus having its highest effect on the planet)
that happens at 24°-25° in fixed signs
and that is squared by restrictive and stern Saturn
Saturn is the apex planet of this fixed T-square that involves this Sun-Moon opposition so that it can be delineated as a midpoint combination (Saturn is at the midpoint of the Sun and the Moon).
From this point of view, this powerful configuration indicates, among others, sadness, to feel down, to be restricted, the delays, the lack, to share sorrow, the loss or lack of energy, the separation, the inhibitions, to renounce or to give up something (or someone), the restrictions preventing progress.
In fixed signs in which restrictive Saturn is the apex planet, this T-square is quite rigid and intensely purposeful and very fixated on exercising tight control over people and situations.
There is rigid control over material goods and money/finances as well (the Taurus-Scorpio axis is always related to money and possessions).
Defensive inhibitions tend to result in emotionally stifling relationship issues (in the widest sense).
The 24°-25° degree area in fixed signs tends to coincide with difficult living circumstances and situations that are meant to tear you away from "the old" and bring you to "the new."
Hence, this configuration will enforce or impose moves, changing the residence, trying out something new (like a new career or job, new hobby, new relationship etc.).
It might break up your comfort zone.
This degree area is one of the transition (and "gypsy") degrees, indicating being on the move and/or not feeling "at home" anywhere and lots of things starting to move with changes happening all over.
New horizons await you after this configuration, and if you are flexible and willing to let go old habits and situations asap, this transition will go more smoothly because the changes will come anyway (in an enforced or imposed way).
These are not comfortable degrees at all because you may feel stuck between the devil and the deep sea for the moment, tearing you apart.
Some of you might feel quite uprooted.
Understand that sticking to the old (the past) will increase tension and stress unnecessarily.
Following astrometeorology, this SuperMoon configuration increases the odds of natural disasters, floods, inundations and storm tides etc.
Mars and Neptune conjoin at 24° Pisces around May 18, suggesting a period of a lack of zest and wasted energy, whatever you try or do.
Some of you may be shocked, paralyzed and the best is to not waste your energy and just let things go.
If you are born around January 14-15, February 13-14, March 14-15, April 14-15, May 15-16, June 15-16, July 16-17, August 17-18, September 17-18, October 17-18, November 16-17 or December 16-17, health issues may keep you down.
This degree area often coincides with strikes, protests and manifestations on a mundane level.
Also, Mars-Neptune combos often coincide with (wild)fires.
Around May 20-21, the Sun enters Gemini, indicating lots of travel, being on the move, making trips, changing the place often.
Some of you may meet or contact a sibling or neighbor.
This is the more so because the Sun and retrograde Mercury conjoin at 0° Gemini around the same day of May 21.
You may encounter someone you have not met since quite some time.
Retrograde Mercury re-enters Taurus around May 23, pointing to some sad news because Mercury is currently at the Fixed Star of the weeping sisters.
Mars enters its own sign Aries around May 24-25, presenting an active time with lots to do.
However, with a stellium currently in Aries (there are 4 bodies in Aries: Venus, Mars, Jupiter and Chiron), late May marks a treacherous period if you are Taurus or have Taurus rising.
Take care of your health and some confinement, isolation or seclusion might be likely.
There is quite something going on behind your back and/or behind the scenes.
Following mundane astrology, there may be interventions by "the Armed Forces" around this ingress of Mars.
During this month of June there are a couple of specific planetary configuration of stationing outer planets that might affect some birthdays in particular.
Generally speaking, June 17 and 30 are "less lucky" days.
Try not to initiate any major projects on these dark, unfortunate, chaotic and empty days (no proposals, no marriages, no changes of residence,...) because things may not go as planned or wished.
In the 45° dial, there are a couple of powerful midpoint combos between outer planets going on that will be exact this month and that will mark this month's Zeitgeist.
First of all, there is Neptune hitting the Pluto/true Lunar Nodes midpoint (NE = PL/KN).
Additionally, in the 1st half of the month, the Jupiter/Neptune midpoint crosses the Aries point, or Vernal point (0° Aries), representing the "world at large."
The NE = PL/KN midpoint is indicative of, among others, the losses and betrayal, the large scale lies and deceptions to manipulate others, nothing is what it seems, the intentional keeping secrets or hiding something, the intentional denials, the increasing interests in metaphysics, the many deaths, losing contact with many.
The Vp = JU/NE midpoint indicates, among others, the worldwide (big) financial expenses, the worldwide financial losses, the worldwide carelessness, the worldwide uncertainty about the future, the heavy precipitation and/or water issues, the worldwide corruption and/or scandals.
Around June 3, Mercury stations and turns direct again at 26° Taurus.
Geminis and Virgos (as well as Gemini and Virgo Ascendants) will likely rejoice as their ruling planet may bring some new insights and bring their life on track again.
The focus is now on asserting yourself and how to move forward constructively.
Following mundane astrology, stationing Mercury periods often coincide with strikes, protests and manifestations.
Mercury enters its own sign Gemini around June 13, reflecting a period of short trips, talks with neighbors or siblings and/or receiving/sending messages, letters or documents.
It's a volatile and unstable period of lots of short trips and being on the go a lot.
Mars and Chiron conjoin at 15° Aries around June 15, presenting some stumbling blocks, disruptions in some activities and possible strikes.
Beware of clashes because of willful behavior.
Venus and the true Lunar North Node conjoin around June 16 at 22° Taurus while the Sun at 25° Gemini squares Neptune at 25° Pisces.
There are gatherings and there is some confusion going on.
Beware of lies, triangular relationships, betrayal.
Neptune stations at 25° Pisces around June 28 and turns backward.
Stationing Neptune periods tend to coincide with severe water-related issues (lots of precipitation) here and there.
If you are Pisces or have Pisces rising, this station may influence you most as it may bring you down a bit and point to disappointments.
You may particularly feel tired.
Don't expect too much and stay realistic.
This can be a very creative period though and you might try to analyze your dreams.
Around the June 28-29 New Moon, the Sun at 7° Cancer squares Jupiter at 7° Aries.
Actually, the Sun, Venus and Jupiter are all at 7° in a sign, favoring those of you born around January 27, February 25-26, March 28, April 27-28, May 28-29, June 29, July 30, August 30-31, September 30, October 30-31, November 29 or December 29 as it might bring luck, bliss, favors and fortunate encounters for you on condition natal Saturn does not aspect your natal Sun.
During this month of July there are the following specific planetary configuration of stationing outer planets that might affect some birthdays in particular.
Generally speaking, July 19, 22 and 28 are "less lucky" days.
Try not to initiate any major projects on these dark, unfortunate, chaotic and empty days (no proposals, no marriages, no changes of residence,...) because things may not go as planned or wished.
In the 45° dial, there are a couple of powerful midpoint combos between outer planets going on that will be exact this month and that will mark this month's Zeitgeist.
First of all, there is Pluto hitting the Jupiter/Uranus midpoint (PL = JU/UR).
Additionally, the Saturn/Pluto midpoint is hit by Neptune (NE = SA/PL) and the Uranus/Neptune midpoint equals the Pluto/Chiron midpoint as well (UR/NE = PL/CH)
The PL = JU/UR midpoint is indicative of, among others, intense or powerful developments to provide novel or original changes in life, transforming something successfully, to gain more and more publicity, the huge drive to success, the sudden and/or drastic financial changes.
The NE = SA/PL midpoint indicates, among others, the falsehood, the lies and betrayal that brought or bring damage, the big damage through water or gas or poisonous/toxic means, the fearful living conditions, installing fear, hardship and destruction, the disguised uses of power.
The UR/NE = PL/CH midpoint combo is indicative of, among others, the internet outages (this is almost a given), the widespread uncertainty about the future, the immense floods and/or water-related issues.
Mars enters Taurus, the sign of its fall, while Mercury enters Cancer around July 5, coinciding with expenses and/or impulsive spending.
For some of you, there may be news or communication coming from and/or related to the mother, but for others, there may be real estate news or documents related to the home, real estate and/or domestic area.
Communication and/or news of whatever kind has quite a big emotional impact now.
Mercury at 8° Cancer squares Jupiter at 8° Aries around July 9, a combo describing an emotional need or urge to communicate (vent, talk, write, correspond).
Emotions may run high.
There can be misjudgments by having the wrong perception or bias as well.
Venus enters Cancer while Mercury at 27° Cancer opposes Pluto at 27° Capricorn around July 17-18, a combination not revealing everything, especially not about the home or domestic area.
Some documents are under investigation.
There can be news about the passing of someone also.
It's a good time to do some home improvements.
Around July 19, Chiron stations at 16° Aries and turns retrograde while Mercury enters Leo and the Sun at 27° Cancer opposes Pluto at 27° Capricorn.
Following mundane astrology and astrometeorology, whenever Chiron stations, it coincides with a big crisis situation and upheaval.
There can be manifestations, uproar, strikes, protests but also heavy weather.
Expect a period of serious obstructions, a time of difficulties in individuation and establishing yourself against societal norms or expectations.
It looks like you can't be yourself., resulting in quite a struggle.
Chiron will station and turn direct again around Christmas Eve 2022, bringing relief to the delays and restrictions.
Mercury entering Leo while the Sun opposes Pluto might indicate heart issues for some of you, but also, among others, (intense) censorship, lies, some calculated event(s), dissatisfaction with the ongoing situation or event(s), not feeling (or being) at home and/or a split emotional feeling.
Venus at 8° Cancer squares Jupiter at 8° Aries around July 25.
This waxing square may point to triangular relationships, financial expenses and/or enjoying a pleasurable or adventurous time.
Mercury at 14° Leo squares Mars at 14° Taurus around July 26 while Uranus is exactly conjunct the mean Lunar North Node at 18° Taurus.
Clearly, late July is fully marked by the Uranus-Lunar North Node conjunction (either the mean or the true Lunar Node).
All these highly important and powerful conjunctions have in common a highly disruptive nature and outcome, likely bringing a shock creating some renewed awakening.
Jupiter stations at 8° Aries and turns backward around the July 28 New Moon while Mercury at 18° Leo squares both Uranus and the true Lunar North Node at 18° Taurus.
During its station, Jupiter closely trines this powerful and auspicious New Moon.
Anytime Jupiter turns backward, it becomes realistic (less optimistic in a certain way) with the economy slackening because of more hesitation and less spending.
Legal and foreign affairs tend to bring more issues.
So, take into account when traveling, that not everything may go as wished for.
The erratic, disturbing Mercury, Uranus and Lunar Node combination adds to some emergency situation(s) and breaking news.
This is a highly busy New Moon period full of tension, excitement, detours, sudden changes of plans and lots of short messages (news, communication,...).
Around July 31, Mercury at 22° Leo opposes Saturn at 22° Aquarius while Uranus is conjunct the true Lunar North Node.
Any Mercury-Saturn opposition blocks news or communication, withholds it, even censors it and points to delays.
The same is true for parcels, packages, documents and letters that may be kept on hold or be delayed and, generally speaking, also expect all kinds of traffic experiencing the same delays or cancellations.
Some of you may receive sad news.
Following astrometeorology, there can be clouds in the sky and it can be overcast and grey here and there.
During this month of August there are the following specific planetary configuration of stationing outer planets that might affect some birthdays in particular.
Generally speaking, August 1, 17, 21, 22 and 29 are "less lucky" days.
Try not to initiate any major projects on these dark, unfortunate, chaotic and empty days (no proposals, no marriages, no changes of residence,...) because things may not go as planned or wished.
In the 45° dial, there is one powerful midpoint combo between outer planets going on that will be exact this month and that will mark this month's Zeitgeist: the Saturn/Uranus midpoint equals the Neptune/Chiron midpoint (SA/UR = NE/CH).
This midpoint picture is indicative of, among others, stress and agony, trying to resist heavy floods or heavy precipitation, breaking barriers resulting in floods, tense challenges resulting in or coinciding with cognitive dissonance, tension and stress causing suffering or heartbreak, the painful revolt, the manifestations or protests against suffering or misery, the tragic loss (through accidents or external circumstances, for instance), the disruptions causing misery, facing disappointing opposition.
Around August 1-2, Mars at 18° Taurus is conjunct both the (true and mean) Lunar North Node and Uranus as well as conjunct the Fixed Star Ruchbach.
This surely is a powerful, violent and accident-prone combination that will likely affect many people, or in any way groups of people.
Readers of our monthly forecasts know that we don't like Mars getting near the Lunar Nodes because of its "bloody" nature and outcomes, often affecting groups of people and resulting in physical injuries and even casualties.
Add now disruptive, turbulent, erratic and shocking Uranus to the mix and this conjunction gets explosive and "ground-breaking."
Expect sudden turn of events, breaking news and emergencies all over, affecting the masses here and there.
In an earth sign, this conjunction might result in material (and/or physical) damage and hence, "natural" disasters may not be ruled out.
This powerful and explosive combo conjunct the Fixed Star Ruchbach also suggests sacrifice for a higher ideology, religion and/or political party and lacking "human warmth, compassion and empathy."
Because this degree area of 18° Taurus is hit on different occasions this month, these themes will likely be noticeable in many ways and versions during the course of the month.
Around August 4, Mercury enters its own sign Virgo, increasing the "appearance" and annoyance of tiny bugs and insects as well as a renewed focus on the medical world, health and illness.
Moreover, this entrance of Mercury in the sign of (detailed) analysis is able to do meticulous work and question documents and information critically.
It's the small print that counts now but the downside of this entrance is mixing up being critical on the one hand with being skeptical and averse on the other side.
Chances are you will have to do menial tasks, aside from the detailed work and some administration that belongs to it as well.
Additionally, from this day of August 4 on, retrograde Pluto re-enters the degree area of 26° Capricorn, a tyrannical degree, that it will leave mid December 2022.
So, a heads up here as we are entering a(n) (in)tense and harsher time frame again...
Mars at 22° Taurus squares Saturn at 22° Aquarius around August 7, a combo describing illness, not being able to work, and for some of you, this may bring a hard time.
Any plan, activity or action is now on hold and/or blocked, delayed by external "forces."
Try to take some days off around this aspect and take it easy because you will not be able to move forward just now.
Venus at 26° Cancer and Pluto at 26° Capricorn oppose each other around August 9, coinciding with the death of a loved one, fatal attractions, highly-charged encounters, situations of financial blackmail (so, beware of phishing, computer hacks etc.), cosmetic surgery, lustful murder and/or physical abuse, monetary and banking issues, among others.
Around August 10 and 11 the Sun at 18° Leo squares both the (mean and true) Lunar North Node and Uranus at 18° Taurus, while Venus enters playful Leo.
Let's start with attention-seeking Venus in Leo, loving a party, a concert, some drama and any kind of entertainment.
Go out now, enjoy gatherings and socialize and, who knows, you might even find love.
The solar square to the Lunar Nodes is another story though as it's also called the "Moon's wobble", a super charged Lunation (exact around August 12), representing an unstable period in time during which emotions are not fully under control and may run high.
During this August 12 Full Moon, the Sun at 19° Leo will oppose Saturn BUT also square Mars.
Hence, this whole period is marked by a T-square pattern (Mars being the apex planet, squaring the Sun, Saturn and the Moon).
For some of you, this pattern marks cardio-vascular issues, while for others it may result in health issues, illness, separation, mental strain and/or "not being able to get off the ground."
Following astrometeorology, Moon wobble periods have an influence on floods and tides and hence, might affect some areas here and there.
During this month of September there are no specific planetary configuration of stationing outer planets that might affect specific birthdays.
Generally speaking, September 21, 22, 23, 24, 25, 26, 27 and 28 are "less lucky" days.
Try not to initiate any major projects on these dark, unfortunate, chaotic and empty days (no proposals, no marriages, no changes of residence,...) because things may not go as planned or wished.
In the 45° dial, there are the following powerful midpoint combos between outer planets going on that will be exact this month and that will mark this month's Zeitgeist: Pluto hits the Jupiter/Saturn and Jupiter/Uranus midpoints (PL = JU/SA = JU/UR) on the one hand and Saturn hits the Neptune/Chiron midpoint (SA = NE/CH) on the other one.
The PL = JU/SA = JU/UR planetary picture suggests, among others: to feel oppressed and try to free oneself, the huge efforts to reach a goal, the tremendous perseverance to succeed, to try to enforce a major change of a situation to bring some relief, the total and dramatic reversal of plans previously made, to rebuild successfully, the sudden changes in the financial situation, the sudden invention after lots of research.
The SA = NE/CH midpoint on the other hand is indicative of, among others: the huge reality check, the damage through precipitation or inundations or floods, the painful agony, the defeat and pain, the misery, the painful dissolving of a situation, the painful cognitive dissonance, not being able to explain a weird and peculiar situation, the physical harm and/or pain, the harsh reality check, the sadness.
Around September 2-3, Mercury at 6° Libra opposes Jupiter at 6° Aries.
There are legal documents and/or legal affairs to be taken into account.
Expect some information or documents to be disclosed and/or released.
Venus enters Virgo, the sign of its fall, around September 4-5.
You may find love at or around the workplace, with a co-worker or a client/customer as long as Venus resides in this zodiac sign.
There is an increased interest in caring for (a) pet(s), domestic animals, as well.
Around September 8, Mars at 10° Gemini is semi-sextile the degree area of the April 30 Solar eclipse, which took place at 10° Taurus.
Any time transiting Mars hits the degree area of the Solar eclipse, it might trigger the Solar eclipse again one way or the other, resulting in some important event happening.
Around the September 9-10 Full Moon, Mercury stations and turns backward at 8° Libra.
As usual, stationing Mercury foremost affects Geminis and Virgos (and Gemini and Virgo Ascendants) in such a way that things won't work out as expected.
There can be some minor health issues as well and you might prefer keeping a low profile.
It's not a good idea to sign contracts now and important communication should be delayed until later.
Following mundane astrology, stationing Mercury periods often coincide with strikes, protests or manifestations.
With Mercury now going retrograde too, there are currently 6 planets in a backward motion (Mercury, Jupiter, Saturn, Uranus, Neptune and Pluto -- and Chiron too if you will).
The majority of planets being retrograde will last till late October 2022.
A preponderance of planets retrograde is indicative of increasingly erratic and emotionally impulsive behavior and an unstable period of time.
It represents a time frame of non-conformity, re-bellion, lacking direction, lacking cohesion, scattered energies and also a lack of common sense and perspective.
Especially be aware of erratic and unreliable impulses so that you don't get swayed by these and keep grounded.
Venus at 14° Virgo squares Mars at 14° Gemini while the Sun at 24° Virgo opposes Neptune at 24° Pisces around September 16.
Any Venus-Mars aspect suggests some imbalance between selfish drives or urges on the one hand and respecting the boundaries and desires of others on the other hand.
Hence, such a period is very susceptible to clashes, accidents (as well as traffic and/or transportation accidents) but also violence.
Anger may easily get out of hand and lines may be crossed.
Especially at 14° in mutable signs, this waxing square indicates some chaotic situation and confusion.
Beware of messy relationships and encounters with unreliable or weak or ill people.
Following mundane astrology, beware of gas leaks or explosions, the more so because of the ongoing Sun-Neptune opposition as well.
Some of you may feel paralyzed or in shock by some event.
Following astrometeorology, Venus-Mars aspects, accompanied by strong influences of Neptune coincide with stormy weather here and there.
For the 2nd time this month, Mercury and Jupiter will oppose each other but this time, around September 18-19, both planets are retrograde, Mercury at 4° Libra and Jupiter at 4° Aries.
This aspect is all about mental confusion, stress and indecisive behavior.
There is lots of mental strain going on, inconsistency in communication and walking on thin ice.
Hard reasoning, logic and wishful thinking fluctuate and you don't know what is superstition or a scientific fact.
Try to stay grounded and practical and don't go with the media.
Also, today, Retrograde Neptune enters 23° Pisces, a degree it will occupy till late October 2022.
Following astrometeorology, 23° Pisces is a degree of floods, huge precipitation and/or inundations, the more so when the degree is occupied by the ruler of Pisces, a boundless water sign, itself.
So, prepare for some increasing water trouble in the days and weeks to come here and there.
The Sun enters Libra, the zodiac sign of encounters, gatherings and agreements around September 22-23 while conjoining (retrograde) Mercury at 0° Libra, just before Mercury re-enters Virgo on the same day.
It's likely some contracts can be signed and/or agreements can be discussed and made.
Generally speaking, October 3, 6 and 11 are "less lucky" days.
Try not to initiate any major projects on these dark, unfortunate, chaotic and empty days (no proposals, no marriages, no changes of residence,...) because things may not go as planned or wished.
In the 45° dial, there is the following powerful midpoint combo between outer planets going on that will be exact this month and that will mark this month's Zeitgeist: Saturn still hits the Neptune/Chiron midpoints (SA = NE/CH) with Uranus being in orb now as well.
This midpoint was exact in September already and it remains that way in October.
We then mentioned that it is indicative of, among others: the huge reality check, the damage through precipitation or inundations or floods, the painful agony, the defeat and pain, the misery, the painful dissolving of a situation, the painful cognitive dissonance, not being able to explain a weird and peculiar situation, the physical harm and/or pain, the harsh reality check, the sadness.
With Uranus now entering this picture too, there is more disruption and stress noticeable.
This is not a happy planetary picture at all...
The 1st half of the month, from the 1st of the month on, Saturn in Aquarius will be at the same numerical degree as Uranus in Taurus (at 18°).
Both planets will thus build their last square in fixed signs but never make it perfect so that this month is just all about threatening issues that may not fully materialize or manifest to the full.
Both planets might try to impose more fear and reflect the clash between the old, conservative and strict energies and the new, more liberating energies (that will prevail because the aspect is waning with Saturn soon succumbing to Uranus).
This disruptive aspect may still bring about harsh experiences, aside from fear, the more so because all Saturn-Uranus squares are related to tyranny, distrust in governments, breaking the rules, breaking with tradition(s), resisting the new or resisting change etc.
Additionally, Uranus at 18° Taurus is still conjunct the Fixed Star Ruchbach which is indicative of sacrifice for a higher ideology, religion and/or political party and lacking "human warmth, compassion and empathy."
Mercury stations at 24° Virgo and turns direct again around the same day of October 2, which will certainly please all Geminis and Virgos and Gemini and Virgo Ascendants.
Their life gets slowly on track again and things start to move forward again.
However, as you may all know from our monthly forecasts, Mercury stations often coincide with strikes, protests, manifestations and this stationary period might not differ, the more so because the degree area of 24° Virgo is about strikes, fear, shocks resulting in kind of paralysis, bringing shocking things (from the past) to the surface that also might bring about an existential crisis.
Pluto stations at 26° Capricorn and turns direct around the October 8-9 Full Moon period.
Periods when Pluto stations, especially in the earth sign Capricorn that represents the crust (outer skin) of the earth, often coincide with earthquakes, natural disasters that affect the earth (earth-slides, volcanic eruptions etc.) but also mining and other underground disasters, as well as big storms.
After all, Pluto also rules "the underworld" (literally and figuratively) and brings a lot of "garbage" out into the open, especially when turning direct again.
Hence, stationing Pluto is, again, in revelation mode even though it's still at a tyrannical degree.
Indeed, the degree area of 26° Capricorn is a very harsh one in which the government(s) take control and steer the people in an often arbitrary way.
As long as Pluto resides at 26° Capricorn (till December 9, 2022), governments are in control of whatever and the people are at their mercy, and often seek to break through their regulations and rulings.
Anyway, everything has its time and there is a time for everything.
The beauty of this all is that everything has an ending and so will it be.
Stationing Pluto in Capricorn will bring more power plays to the foreground and revamp the corporate world, banks, governments further and further till Pluto leaves this zodiac sign definitely in late 2024.
No doubt this is an uncomfortable experience because Capricorn rules the societal structures and those who rule and overrule us, the people.
Now that Pluto is direct again, expect more scandals to come out into the open and some celebrities/VIPs/politicians might die or resign around this station as well, the more so because there is a Full Moon happening that brings everything out into the open and/or indicates the culmination of something.
Around October 10-11, Mercury enters Libra, suggesting a very busy, even hectic, period during which agreements can be made.
It's a period of breaking news and lots of communication and buzz.
There can be (last-minute) gatherings as well.
The day after, around October 12, you may feel tired when Mars at 23° Gemini squares Neptune at 23° Pisces.
This square in mutable signs indicates an unstable period, dishonest behavior, secret activities and possible viral infections (for some).
Around the same day of October 12, Mercury at 1° Libra opposes Jupiter at 1° Aries.
There are legal documents and/or legal affairs to be taken into account.
Expect some information or documents to be disclosed and/or released.
The Sun and Venus conjoin at 29° Libra around October 22 and both will enter Scorpio together the day after while Saturn stations at 18° Aquarius and turns direct again.
The combined ingress of the Sun and Venus in Scorpio through "the gates of death", another name for the 0° Scorpio degree, suggests a situation of regeneration and starting over or getting deeper into a matter.
When the Sun and Venus are at 29° Libra, an ending degree, they build a love affair that may result in passionate moments.
Hence, this ending degree area is known for its love endings, partner-swapping, momentary love bonds and love triangles.
It's not unusual when a loved one dies around these days too, the more so because Saturn, the timekeeper, stations as well.
Whenever Saturn stations, it tends to coincide with physical restrictions, the fall from a height (literally or figuratively so that some higher-ups may resign, get fired or just cross over).
Capricorns and Capricorn ascendants will feel the station most as things may not go as they wished for and there may be some health issues popping up.
It's best to take some rest and know your limits.
Following mundane astrology, there may be ceilings coming down or buildings collapsing or everything high in the air, for example, tumbling or crashing down etc.
Expect some things to be blocked or restricted as well.
Following astrometeorology, stations of Saturn may indicate darker, overcast and dreary days, with more clouds in the sky.
The October 25 Solar Eclipse at 2° Scorpio is conjunct Venus, adding to a passionate eclipse for sure.
Following the research by the keen astrologer Bernadette Brady, this Solar Eclipse is part of the 6 South Saros Series.
According to her, this Saros cycle is about being forceful and taking power.
It has a manic flavor about it, with great force or strength manifesting in the relationship area.
Individuals experiencing this Saros series may experience sudden events (falling in or out of love, sudden sexual encounters) but may also exert huge effort in some group activity.
We wonder if this influence will also affect governments because in that case, this can be a really tough and harsh totalitarian eclipse.
The Solar Eclipse in conjunction with Venus, in the sign of its fall, also adds intensity in the feelings, for good or ill.
Hence, this can be a tumultuous combo, full of jealousy, rivalry, competition, attracting complicated matters and people alike.
Issues about abuse, (financial) blackmail and the like but also issues about shared resources (taxes, insurances, inheritances, debt, loans etc.) may be brought to light the coming 6 months.
Following astrometeorology, a Solar Eclipse conjunct Venus in the water sign Scorpio often coincides with lots and lots of precipitation.
Hence, this Solar Eclipse period may result in inundations, floods and unwelcome water-issues here and there.
Around October 27, Mercury at 26° Libra squares Pluto at 26° Capricorn.
This waning square often indicates news about someone's death.
It suggests futile protests, fighting windmills, sharp criticism, sticking to undisclosed information and not revealing anything or rather suppressing it.
The day after, around October 29, retrograde Jupiter re-enters Pisces and may bring more precipitation here and there.
29° Pisces is a degree of water and water-related issues but also of refugees, an exodus and very chaotic situations or events going on.
Mercury enters Scorpio around October 29 through the so-called "gates of death."
Following our research, in mundane astrology it tends to often coincide with tragic traffic and/or transportation accidents (like bus or train accidents), causing many casualties and/or injured people.
In investigative Scorpio, information-gathering Mercury becomes the investigative researcher and journalist, ready to uncover scandals and secrets.
Mars at 25° Gemini stations and turns retrograde around October 30, prolonging its stay in Gemini for some months to come.
If you are Aries of have Aries rising in your natal horoscope, you will feel this station most as things won't go as planned or wished and you may lack some zest.
Stationing Mars going backward in airy Gemini may get angry and frustrated, with increasing protests, manifestations or strikes.
Usually, retrograde Mars also works out in a very physical way and might be related to an increased number of physical (health) issues and ill people everywhere.
Following astrometeorology, this position of Mars might coincide with more wind and even tense storms here and there.
Following mundane astrology, Mars in Gemini, the sign of transportation and traffic, increases the likelihood of traffic and transportation accidents.
During this month of November there are the following specific planetary configurations of stationing outer planets that might affect some specific birthdays in particular:
Generally speaking, November 12 is a "less lucky" day.
Try not to initiate any major projects on this dark, unfortunate, chaotic and empty day (no proposals, no marriages, no changes of residence,...) because things may not go as planned or wished.
In the 45° dial, there are the following powerful midpoint combos between outer planets going on that will be exact this month and that will mark this month's Zeitgeist: the Saturn/Uranus midpoint hits the Neptune/Chiron midpoint (SA/UR = NE/CH), continuing and even reinforcing past month's energies.
Additionally, Neptune is now exactly at the Saturn/Pluto midpoint (NE = SA/PL) and the Uranus/Neptune midpoint hits the Pluto/Chiron midpoint (UR/NE = PL/CH).
Let's start with the SA/UR = NE/CH midpoint combination which was already applying in September and yet more in October to be now exact in November.
It is still indicative of, among others: the huge reality check, the damage through precipitation or inundations or floods, the painful agony, the defeat and pain, the misery, the painful dissolving of a situation, the painful cognitive dissonance, not being able to explain a weird and peculiar situation, the physical harm and/or pain, the harsh reality check, the sadness.
But, because the midpoint combo is now exact, it above all indicates tons of disruptive precipitation, with possible inundations and floods.
Stress prevails as well as agony and more sadness too here and there...
The NE = SA/PL midpoint is indicative of, among others: the danger of water or gas or "poisons" (suggesting some event(s) involving water, gas or "poison"), to be betrayed, the severe damage, the immorality, the unreal situations and fear, the secret transformation of structures, the dissolving of fixed structures (literally and figuratively), the destabilization of society, the pulling down of large concrete buildings, the force of sneaky controlling powers.
The UR/NE = PL/CH planetary structure is indicative of, among others: the internet outage(s), websites being down or unavailable (this is almost a given), the huge water-related issues, the floods and/or inundations, the huge uncertainty about the future because of profound changes.
Around November 6, Mercury at 13° Scorpio opposes the true Lunar North Node at 13° Taurus while Venus at 18° Scorpio squares Saturn at 18° Aquarius.
Most Mercury-Lunar Node aspects suggest a lot of buzz, a hectic and busy time with lots of nervousness around.
The waning Venus-Saturn square in fixed signs in which Venus is the weaker of the two (because she's in the sign of her detriment), often coincides with disappointments related to a loved one or concerning finances.
This waning aspect has a very blocking influence and indicates rejection, separation, dissatisfaction, tightening the belt, feeling unappreciated or unloved, mourning a loved one, facing financial issues (especially shortages and blockages).
The attentive reader may have noticed that in the first week of November, the Sun, Mercury and Venus are all opposite the Lunar North Node, marking a period of slowing down and down-time.
Because the opposition happens between the fixed signs Taurus and Scorpio that are always connected with money, possessions and the like (debt, loans, insurances, taxes, etc....), these topics will be prevalent.
The November 8 Lunar Eclipse at 16° Taurus is (widely) conjunct Uranus.
This Lunar Eclipse also builds a wide T-square that involves Saturn at 18° Aquarius (which is the apex planet) and Mercury at 15° Scorpio as well.
The Sun and Mercury are conjunct at 16° Scorpio and both oppose Uranus at 16° Taurus hours later.
This whole astrological pattern or T-square is indicative of, among others: objecting and/or resisting restrictions, facing a sudden separation, the emergencies, coping with nervous tension and stress, the sudden leave-taking and/or resignation and/or escape, the fast response, the sudden disruption causing (material or physical) damage, to fight against old ways of doing things.
Saturn being the apex planet is one-pointedly determined to preserve (old) structures and order at all cost though.
There is a desire to use authority, doggedly, to have the upper hand in a situation.
This fixed T-square is highly obstinate, materialistic and uncompromising.
Both the Sun and Mercury still walk hand in hand together at 18° Scorpio and square Saturn at 18° Aquarius around November 10-11.
This waxing square tends to be sarcastic, venting sharp criticism and always thinking the worst.
There is a lot of mental strain noticeable and restrictions tend to influence the way you think.
Ambitions are high but merely based upon cold and harsh reasoning.
Some of you may feel sad or receive(d) sad news.
These can be noisy days as well.
Following astrometeorology, this is an overcast and cloudy period with possible heavy winds (and even storm) here and there.
Additionally, there can be lots of precipitation with possible floods or inundations.
Beware of issues related to damaged concrete infrastructure and/or buildings here and there.
Venus enters expansive Sagittarius around November 16, increasing the odds of finding love in a foreign country or with a "foreigner" or someone from another social class or background.
There is the love to travel, enjoy something adventurous and/or attend outdoorsy events.
Following mundane astrology, the entrance of a planet in Sagittarius often coincides with the becoming public of some (financial) scandal, corruption or fraud.
Mercury too enters Sagittarius, the day after, around November 17, reinforcing the public spreading of documents and/or information going viral.
Mid November might bring the uncovering of fraudulent affairs and/or corruption.
The Sun enters Sagittarius around November 22, so that now 3 bodies are in Sagittarius (the Sun, Mercury and Venus).
This stellium will likely open up your world view, bring new insights and will focus on foreign affairs, foreigners and more publicity and freedom-loving topics.
Moreover, Jupiter stations and turns direct at 28° Pisces around the November 23-24 New Moon.
If you are Sagittarius or have Sagittarius rising, you will personally feel this station most and you may slowly start to feel more optimistic.
Generally speaking, Jupiter's station marks a period of regained hope and faith.
However, as Jupiter tends to magnify and exaggerate, especially when stationing, it might also magnify the meaning of 28° Pisces, a dissolving and water-related degree.
Hence, heavy precipitation, strong winds and even storm, floods and inundations cannot be ruled out at all.
Also, this is a cold New Moon period (literally and figuratively), reflecting a chilly and sterile atmosphere full of blind and harsh reasoning without insight.
During this month of December there are the following specific planetary configurations of stationing outer planets that might affect some specific birthdays in particular:
Mercury at 22° Sagittarius squares (stationing) Neptune at 22° Pisces around the same day of December 1-2 and is part of the same astrological pattern that is active the whole first week.
Beware of lies, deception, theft, fake news, foggy situations, unreliable information and/or news.
With Mercury in the sign of its detriment, facts are distorted, not revealed or kept hidden.
Around December 3-4, Neptune at 22° Pisces stations and turns direct again, while it also squares Venus at 22° Sagittarius.
Whenever Neptune stations, it adds idealism, but also confusion, deception and unclear situations.
Stationing Neptune turning direct is less realistic too and more open for betrayal and abuse.
If you are Pisces or have Pisces rising, you may feel the stationing influences most and may especially feel more tired also.
Beware of disappointment.
Following astrometeorology, there can be lots of precipitation, fog and/or water-related issues around such stations.
The Venus-Neptune square adds to the possible heavy precipitation here and there, but also coincides with the mourning of a loved one, missing a loved one, the big disappointment related to a loved one and it urges you to let go and move on with a new awareness.
Memories of abuse, death and secrets may be lived again to find a release.
Around December 6, Mercury at 29° Sagittarius squares Jupiter at 29° Pisces.
With Mercury being the weakest of the two planets involved because it's still in the sign of its detriment, at an ending degree and square its own dispositor, this waning square reflects irresponsible behavior or thoughts, not having the facts correct, sloppiness, ballooning speeches, chatter and gossip.
There can be issues related to refugees, water-related matters, a move and even an exodus.
Mercury enters Capricorn on the same day of December 6 though, reflecting news from the government or some official letter, notice, communication that might set the records straight.
Jupiter enters Aries around the same day of December 20, immediately followed by the Sun entering Capricorn the day after on December 21 so that the Sun and Jupiter square each other at 0° in a cardinal sign.
Because of the Sun now entering Capricorn around this period in time, there is a stellium in restrictive, governmental and corporate Capricorn (the Sun, Mercury, Venus and Pluto are all in Capricorn).
Capricorn stelliums coincide with hardship, health issues and a treacherous period for Aquarians or people with Aquarius rising.
If you are an Aquarian, you may feel that others work behind your back, and you may not feel too well too.
Anyway, beware of health issues.
Jupiter at the Vernal Point (0° Aries) is actually bringing good news worldwide, but there is also the chance of volcanic eruptions and/or fire-related issues here and there.
It suggests a new beginning (for the better), a move and/or change for the better.
Something is going viral or public world-wide.
There may be lots of publicity going on but beware of huge manifestations and protests alike.
This is the more so because around the perigee New Moon of December 23 at 1° Capricorn (which squares Jupiter at 0° Aries), Chiron at 11° Aries stations and turns direct again.
Our own research has found evidence that stationing Chiron periods coincide with times of huge protests, manifestations, even uproar here and there but also with extreme weather conditions.
There is dissatisfaction around.
Following astrometeorology, perigee New Moon periods in Winter are often related to (very) cold weather here and there so that it's expected that some colder Winter (and cooler Summer in the southern hemisphere) and more extreme weather enter the picture.
Be aware that for the coming months we always have a perigee New Moon...
Around December 28, Saturn and Neptune are at the same numerical degrees of 22° and 23° in a sign till mid January 2023.
This means that both planets are now tightly connected in a semi-sextile and might be related to lots of ("above normal") precipitation (snow, rain), resulting in quite some issues here and there.
Usually, this combo coincides with extreme weather (often ice cold in Winter time -- be it frozen (Saturn) water (Neptune) or melting (Neptune) ice (Saturn)).
Following mundane astrology, this combination is related to suffering, a lack of something and shortages, deprivation, quite some health issues and increased civil unrest because of the ongoing dissatisfaction and feelings of depression.
Authorities and governments are questioned and systems and structures slowly dissolve more and more.
Anytime Saturn and Neptune build a combo, they point to decay and chronically deteriorating situations in many ways and in many fields.
Be prepared and be aware that, when Saturn enters Pisces (ruled by Neptune which still resides in Pisces) in March 2023, things will likely get worse and demand "sacrifice and acceptance."
We will delve deeper into the matter in our 2023 forecasts though.
Mercury stations and turns retrograde at 24° Capricorn around December 29 while it is conjunct Venus.
Stationing Mercury too coincides with protests, strikes, manifestations, marking a restless period.
On a more personal level, stationing Mercury most of all effects Geminis and Virgos or Gemini and Virgo Ascendants who may feel below par.
Things don't go as wished for and there may be some health issues as well.
Communication does not run smoothly and it's best to not take any major decision.
The conjunction with Venus suggests leaving a loved one, reconsidering a relationship, experiencing some kind of separation.